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We Are BOOST Solutions is a learning community of conscientious business, organizational, and institutional leaders concerned about creating healthier & wealthier life-styles. Visit http://www.shaklee.net/weareboostsolutions and http://www.cinchplan.com/weareboostsolutions. Join one of our networking units at http://gssset.plaxogroups.com and learn about our work with LEED-ap, Anastasia Harrison at http://gss-set.com/weareboost/index.php?/event_details/why_live_green/.
Our goal is to build a strong and well-informed social, economic, and educational network of individuals, organizations, businesses, institutions, and agencies dedicated to sharing what we know about creating healthier environment in our homes, families, and workplaces, as well as spaces of worship and recreation.
We Are BOOST Solutions works in conjunction with We Are Building Open Opportunity Structures Together's Speakers' Bureau (www.weareboost.org) and we invite you to join us in creating structured relationships that will lead to mutually beneficial social, economic, and educational outcomes.
I began my personal efforts to better my community in 1987 by selling books door-to-door in some of the most blighted neighborhoods in New Jersey’s capital and, after spending 20 plus years working in other non-profit organizations, I started my own endeavor to enhance the well being of my fellow citizens. While spending time with the Latino Community Land Trust, Old Trenton Neighborhood Coalition and the Hanover Street Civic Association, I formulated the ideas and goals that would officially become BOOST in 2005 and, then - We Are BOOST in the spring of 2008.
We Are BOOST recently focused training and education efforts on “green” technology, and started the Green, Smart and Sustainable Stakeholder Education & seminars in the Trenton area and in June 2008 I met Mrs. Anastasia Harrison, the first architect in the state of New Jersey to earn Indoor Air Quality Environmentalist certification.
Mrs. Harrison introduced me and several other We Are BOOST constituents to the Shaklee line of products and business opportunity. Since then, many of the stakeholders who attended the forum at which Mrs. Harrison presented her information about the negative health impacts of toxic cleaning products took and immediate interest in learning how to live healthier by using better formulated nontoxic cleaning, personal care, and health supplements. Why Live Green
Annie, as we affectionately call her, designed a series of ten workshops for We Are BOOST as a means of fulfilling our community’s desire to improve our quality of life while decreasing our cost of living and We Are BOOST Solutions is very excited to be able to share Shaklee benefits and Mrs. Harrison’s workshops with you.
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October 20, 2008 Contact: Tim Razzaq (206) 202-2883 info@weareboost.org">info@weareboost.org
National Leader in Pure Design Steps in to Help Raise Awareness about Emerging Opportunities in the Growing Environmental Economy - Green Living Forum at Philadelphia Land Mark
(Trenton, NJ) – October 20, 2008 – Helping to build bridges of understanding for everyday people to take advantage of the new structure of opportunity in environmental economy, CMX Engineers and Consultants, one of the nation’s top architectural, engineering, construction, and pure-design firms is co-sponsoring a forum designed to raise public awareness about emergent green jobs, careers, business, housing, and educational opportunities. Rosemarie Certo, owner of the Dock Street Micro Brewery, is also helping the cause by opening the doors of the refurbished former firehouse this Sunday for We Are Building Open Opportunity Structures Together (We Are BOOST) and nearly a dozen participating industry leaders invite members of the public are invited and encouraged to participate in “Why Live Green: Eight Leaders, Eight Ways You Can Live Healthier Wealthier, and Wiser with the Earth” on Sunday, October 26th from 3PM - 6PM at the historic firehouse located at 701 S. 50th Street (50th & Baltimore Avenue) in the Cedar Park section of West Philadelphia, PA. Donation: $35 per person$30 group rate (5+) $15 children under 12. Call (206) 202-2883 email info@weareboost.org">info@weareboost.org visit www.phillygreen.wordpress.com
CMX Inc. Associate Stephen Finkelman, a LEED Accredited Professional, will share his expertise by offering practical steps home and property owners can improve the energy and environmental performance of dwellings and work spaces. “In spite of what is deemed a sluggish economy, We Are BOOST is sharing ways everyday people can prepare to be beneficiaries of the broad range of jobs, careers, housing, business, and educational opportunities being generated. CMX Inc. encourages everyone of good-will to support organizations, such as We Are BOOST, that serve a vital function in ensuring environmental, social, and economic equity is achieved for as many citizens as possible", says CMX National Director of Marketing, Brian Duke, referring to the rationale of his company’s commitment to community education and supporting this groundbreaking event.
The panel and community discussion will be moderated by special guest, Christopher Zelov of the Knossus Project and director of the eco-education film, City21, which explores the multiple initiatives that are indeed shaping the 21st Century City. There will be a Q&A session, Brewery tour, giveaways, and networking buffet (included) following the panel presentation. A cash bar will also be available.
Panelists and topics include:
· Susie Belier, CHHC, AADP, OTR/L TOPIC: Change Your Food, Fuel Your Life
· Anastasia Harrison, LEED-AP, AIA, IAQA TOPIC: “Why Live Green? Real Reasons, Rationales, and Practical Steps You CAN Take”
· Stephen F. Finkelman, P.E., LEED-AP TOPIC: “LEED for Homes and Energy Conservation Strategies”
· Doug Cohen TOPIC: “Leaders of the Next Generation: Youth and Sustainability”
· Marianne Malloy TOPIC: “ELP: 21st Century Community-Building and Social Capital Creation”
· Anne Misak Program Organizer - Clean Water Action – Philadelphia Regional Chapter TOPIC: “Protecting Our Watersheds and Improving Recycling in Philadelphia”
· Sean Crane, AA, AS, RESNET, BPI, Green Advantage Commercial Chief Technical Officer - Home Town Green TOPIC: “Walk Softly and Save Wisely”
· Peter Abrams TOPIC: “Waste-Stream Treasures: What You Throw Away Does Not Go Away!”
Additional panel speakers will be selected and announced. Note: if you or someone you know is interested in speaking at this event, contact BOOST at (206) 202-2883 or email whylivegreen@weareboost.org">whylivegreen@weareboost.org.
Donation: $35 per person
For more information or to RSVP, visit http://www.weareboost.org or call (206) 202-2883.
Since 2007, Building Open Opportunity Structures Together (BOOST) has planned, promoted, and coordinated over 50 forums, initially in the Trenton-Mercer County region. As a result of the demand for green design and green building education in the Philadelphia region, BOOST is happy to offer a series of informational presentations on environmentally responsible design and sustainability in the city of Philadelphia. They have developed a speakers' bureau that includes academics, architects, business owners and entrepreneurs as well as professionals and practitioners. Within this bureau, speakers have expertise in areas ranging from green building and sustainable community design to personal and organizational leadership capacity building. For more information, visit our website: http://www.weareboost.org
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Green Living Panel & Community Discussion to be held at Dock Street Brewery in West Philadelphia, PA on Sunday, October 26th
(Philadelphia, PA) – October 12, 2008 - Building Open Opportunity Structures Together (We Are BOOST) cordially invites everyone to a special community event “Why Live Green: Seven Leaders, Seven Ways You Can Live Healthier and Happier” on Sunday, October 26th from 3PM - 6PM at Dock Street Brewery located at 701 S. 50th Street (50th & Baltimore Avenue) in West Philadelphia, PA.
Event will include panel discussion featuring topics by seven sustainable and green living community leaders and special guest appearance by Christopher Zelov of the Knossus Project and director of the eco-education film, City21, which explores the multiple initiatives that are indeed shaping the 21st Century City. There will be a Q&A session, Brewery tour, giveaways, and networking buffet (included) following the panel presentation. A cash bar will also be available.
Panelists and topics include:
· Anastasia Harrison, LEED-AP, AIA, IAQA TOPIC: “Why Live Green? Real Reasons, Rationales, and Practical Steps You CAN Take”
· Stephen F. Finkelman, P.E., LEED-AP TOPIC: “LEED for Homes and Energy Conservation Strategies”
· Doug Cohen TOPIC: “Leaders of the Next Generation: Youth and Sustainability”
· Marianne Malloy TOPIC: “ELP: 21st Century Community-Building and Social Capital Creation”
· Anne Misak Program Organizer - Clean Water Action – Philadelphia Regional Chapter TOPIC: “Protecting Our Watersheds and Improving Recycling in Philadelphia”
· Sean Crane, AA, AS, RESNET, BPI, Green Advantage Commercial Chief Technical Officer - Home Town Green TOPIC: “Walk Softly and Save Wisely: Green Your Wallet and the Planet”
· Peter Abrams TOPIC: “Waste-Stream Treasures: What You Throw Away Does Not Go Away!”
Additional panel speakers will be selected and announced. Note: if you or someone you know is interested in speaking at this event, contact BOOST at (206) 202-2883 or email whylivegreen@weareboost.org">whylivegreen@weareboost.org.
Donation: $35 per person
For more information or to RSVP, visit http://www.weareboost.org or call (206) 202-2883.
Since 2007, Building Open Opportunity Structures Together (BOOST) has planned, promoted, and coordinated over 50 forums, initially in the Trenton-Mercer County region. As a result of the demand for green design and green building education in the Philadelphia region, BOOST is happy to offer a series of informational presentations on environmentally responsible design and sustainability in the city of Philadelphia. They have developed a speakers' bureau that includes academics, architects, business owners and entrepreneurs as well as professionals and practitioners. Within this bureau, speakers have expertise in areas ranging from green building and sustainable community design to personal and organizational leadership capacity building. For more information, visit our website: http://www.weareboost.org
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September 23, 2008 Contact: Tim Razzaq (206) 202-2883
Preservation and Sustainability presentation to be held at Heritage Friends Meeting in Philadelphia, PA on Saturday, October 4th
(Philadelphia, PA) – September 23, 2008 - Building Open Opportunity Structures Together (BOOST) cordially invites everyone to an information session by Registered Architect and LEED™ accredited professional Jason Kliwinski. Mr. Kliwinski will deliver his presentation on ”Life-Cycles: Historic Preservation, Adaptive Re-Use, & Sustainability - Natural Fits”. The presentation will be held on Saturday, October 4 from 3PM - 6PM at Heritage Friends Meeting located at Fourth & Arch Streets in Philadelphia, PA.
Key topics that will be presented and discussed include:
• Defining what sustainability means in the built environment • Understanding carbon neutrality and the impact of the built environment • Understanding the relationship between preservation, adaptive reuse and sustainability • Explain the environmental impacts and the relationship of sustainability to others. • Understanding the importance of sustainability and benefits/economics
As the Associate Director of Sustainable Design for Trenton, NJ-based Spiezle Architectural Group, Inc., Mr. Kliwinski has more than thirteen years of experience in the practice of architecture and sustainable design principles and is one of the preeminent professional’s active in the field of environmentally responsible design. Mr. Kliwinski educates contractors, building owners, and professionals at presentations and conferences regarding the cost-effective incorporation of sustainable design and “green” construction into everyday budgets.
He is actively involved with the United States Green Building Council (USGBC) and New Jersey Higher Education Partnership for Sustainability (NJHEPS), and serves as the Second Vice President and Chair of the Committee on the Environment for the New Jersey Chapter of the American Institute of Architects (AIANJ).
Advanced registration required: $35 for adults, $15 for children under 12 years old, and children under 5 years old are admitted FREE. Special group rate applies for groups of ten or more ($30 per-person). For more information or to register, call (206) 202-2883 or email lifecycles@weareboost.org. Special, limited time offers are also available on the BOOST website (http://www.weareboost.org) and email newsletter.
Since 2007, Building Open Opportunity Structures Together (BOOST) has planned, promoted, and coordinated over 50 forums, initially in the Trenton-Mercer County region. As a result of the demand for sustainable design education in the Philadelphia region, BOOST is happy to offer a series of informational presentations on environmentally responsible design and sustainability in the city of Philadelphia. They have developed a speakers' bureau that includes academics, architects, business owners and entrepreneurs as well as professionals and practitioners. Within this bureau, speakers have expertise in areas ranging from green building and sustainable community design to personal and organizational leadership capacity building. For more information, visit our website: http://www.weareboost.org
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Saturday, October 4 - 3PM - 6PM at Heritage Friends Meeting @ Fourth & Arch Streets (Philadelphia) Jason Kliwinski - AIA, LEED-AP - Co-Founder US Green Building Council NJ Chapter on "Life-Cycles: Historic Preservation, Adaptive Re-Use, & Sustainability - Natural Fits". Advanced registration required: $35 for adults, $15 for children under 12 years old and under 5 yrs. FREE. Special group rate for groups of ten or more ($30 per-person). For more information or to register, call (206) 202-2883 or email lifecycles@weareboost. Also visit www.weareboost.org for additional resources.
Join me at Philly Marketing at http://phillymarketers.ning.com/profile/TimRazzaq We Are BOOST Opens For Speakers' Bureau Enrollment "On a personal level, as a mother of three girls, I can fully relate to BOOST’s principles for healthy living. It is my belief that BOOST stands for all that is right in the design and planning community. WESKetch is excited to partner with BOOST to encourage individuals and communities to think about how to best utilize our resources for the benefit of ourselves and our neighbors.” -Anastasia Harrison - LEED-ap, IAQA with WESKetch Architecture + Interior Design -- full testimonial at http://www.gss-set.com/weareboost/index.php?/testimonials ------------------------------- Whether you are in the public or private sector, you are likely to have a message you want to get out about your company, organization, business, corporation, institution or agency. We Are Building Open Opportunity Structures Together (We Are BOOST) has planned, promoted, and coordinated over 100 workshops, lectures, seminars, focus sessions, redevelopment site tours, conferences, and public awareness forums over the course of the past two years. Your program, project, policy work, product, or service deserves attention and We Are BOOST are one of the leading visibility-builders in the New Jersey and Philadelphia metropolitan region for new and emerging leaders and markets. To become a member of our Speakers’ Bureau, please request or download our We Are BOOST Membership Guidelines and Application at http://www.gss-set.com/weareboost/index.php?/all_speakers_trainers/profiles or call (206) 202-2883 or our email request @ speakers@weareboost.org. -------------------------- “As a real estate investor and former banker I have worked with thousands of people on numerous projects. But Tim is without question the hardest working man I have ever met in community development. He is humble and brilliant. This gentleman focus on teamwork is so engrained, that he used the word we so much, I thought he was speaking French (smile). His work ethic, integrity and ability to deliver are beyond reproof. Because of Tim my latest book while in its “pre-release” stage has sold 30,000 copies. Tim is worth his weight not in gold, but diamonds” - Greg Jones - Chief Credit Strategist at USA Credit Program – on We Are BOOST Founder and Executive Director, Tim Razzaq – visit http://www.linkedin.com/myprofile?trk=hb_upphoto&goback=%2Ehom%2Eprf for Tim’s profile… ----------------------------- Leading the way in green technology education and awareness, We Are Building Open Opportunity Structures Together (We Are BOOST) plans, promotes, and coordinates educational forums and public awareness events. We also develop customized training modules for public and private groups and leaders. Our Mission is to facilitate personal, organizational, and social empowerment through our consortium of academic and industry leaders by offering everyday citizens innovative, yet practical ways to use green technology and sustainable design in everyday living. Our industry professionals also provide real estate developers and municipal officials technical assistance for incorporating green and sustainable features into their building plans and community design. To become a member, please request or download our We Are BOOST Membership Guidelines and Application at http://www.gss-set.com/weareboost/index.php?/all_speakers_trainers/profiles or call (206) 202-2883 or @ speakers@weareboost.org. ---------------------------- “My experience with these organizations and understanding of implementing workshops, State regulations, current and pending sustainable design legislation, available incentives, and job market opportunities in sustainability make our partnership an excellent opportunity for both organizations to ‘get the word out’ about the benefits and opportunities of sustainability. I am extremely pleased to be coordinating with your organization to provide an excellent training workshop series for the community. Your efforts at BOOST align with Spiezle’s objectives of moving New Jersey towards greater energy efficiency, carbon-footprint reduction, and being the hub for green collar workforce development” -- Jason Kliwinski – LEED-ap and Co-founder of the US Green Building Council’s New Jersey Chapter -- Read full testimonial at http://www.gss-set.com/weareboost/index.php?/testimonials ------------- Leading the way in green technology education and awareness, We Are Building Open Opportunity Structures Together (We Are BOOST) * www.weareboost.org * plans, promotes, and coordinates educational forums and public awareness events. We also develop customized training modules for public and private groups and leaders. To inquire about one or more of our Speakers or are interests in joining our Speakers' Bureau, please call (206) 202-2883 or email speakers@weareboost.org. For Sponsor Opportunity, please email sponsors@weareboost.org. |
October 20, 2008
For Immediate Release
Contact: Tim Razzaq
(206) 202-2883
info@weareboost.org">info@weareboost.org
http://www.weareboost.org
National Leader in Pure Design Steps in to Help Raise Awareness about Emerging Opportunities in the Growing Environmental Economy - Green Living Forum at Philadelphia Land Mark
(Trenton, NJ) – October 20, 2008 – Helping to build bridges of understanding for everyday people to take advantage of the new structure of opportunity in environmental economy, CMX Engineers and Consultants, one of the nation’s top architectural, engineering, construction, and pure-design firms is co-sponsoring a forum designed to raise public awareness about emergent green jobs, careers, business, housing, and educational opportunities. Rosemarie Certo, owner of the Dock Street Micro Brewery, is also helping the cause by opening the doors of the refurbished former firehouse this Sunday for We Are Building Open Opportunity Structures Together (We Are BOOST) and nearly a dozen participating industry leaders invite members of the public are invited and encouraged to participate in “Why Live Green: Eight Leaders, Eight Ways You Can Live Healthier Wealthier, and Wiser with the Earth” on Sunday, October 26th from 3PM - 6PM at the historic firehouse located at 701 S. 50th Street (50th & Baltimore Avenue) in the Cedar Park section of West Philadelphia, PA. Donation: $35 per person$30 group rate (5+) $15 children under 12. Call (206) 202-2883 email info@weareboost.org">info@weareboost.org visit www.phillygreen.wordpress.com
CMX Inc. Associate Stephen Finkelman, a LEED Accredited Professional, will share his expertise by offering practical steps home and property owners can improve the energy and environmental performance of dwellings and work spaces. “In spite of what is deemed a sluggish economy, We Are BOOST is sharing ways everyday people can prepare to be beneficiaries of the broad range of jobs, careers, housing, business, and educational opportunities being generated. CMX Inc. encourages everyone of good-will to support organizations, such as We Are BOOST, that serve a vital function in ensuring environmental, social, and economic equity is achieved for as many citizens as possible", says CMX National Director of Marketing, Brian Duke, referring to the rationale of his company’s commitment to community education and supporting this groundbreaking event.
The panel and community discussion will be moderated by special guest, Christopher Zelov of the Knossus Project and director of the eco-education film, City21, which explores the multiple initiatives that are indeed shaping the 21st Century City. There will be a Q&A session, Brewery tour, giveaways, and networking buffet (included) following the panel presentation. A cash bar will also be available.
Panelists and topics include:
· Susie Belier, CHHC, AADP, OTR/L
Spectrum Health Consulting
TOPIC: Change Your Food, Fuel Your Life
· Anastasia Harrison, LEED-AP, AIA, IAQA
Director of Business Development - WESKetch Architecture + Interiors, Inc.
TOPIC: “Why Live Green? Real Reasons, Rationales, and Practical Steps You CAN Take”
· Stephen F. Finkelman, P.E., LEED-AP
Associate - CMX Engineering
TOPIC: “LEED for Homes and Energy Conservation Strategies”
· Doug Cohen
Founder - Inspired Futures Global Campaign
TOPIC: “Leaders of the Next Generation: Youth and Sustainability”
· Marianne Malloy
Eastern Regional Network Program Coordinator - Environmental Leadership Program
TOPIC: “ELP: 21st Century Community-Building and Social Capital Creation”
· Anne Misak
Program Organizer - Clean Water Action – Philadelphia Regional Chapter
TOPIC: “Protecting Our Watersheds and Improving Recycling in Philadelphia”
· Sean Crane, AA, AS, RESNET, BPI, Green Advantage Commercial
Chief Technical Officer - Home Town Green
TOPIC: “Walk Softly and Save Wisely”
· Peter Abrams
Proprietor - Modern Metal Work & Trenton Atelier
TOPIC: “Waste-Stream Treasures: What You Throw Away Does Not Go Away!”
Additional panel speakers will be selected and announced.
Note: if you or someone you know is interested in speaking at this event, contact BOOST at (206) 202-2883 or email whylivegreen@weareboost.org">whylivegreen@weareboost.org.
Donation:
$35 per person
$30 group rate (5+)
$15 children under 12
For more information or to RSVP, visit http://www.weareboost.org or call (206) 202-2883.
You may also email whylivegreen@weareboost.org">whylivegreen@weareboost.org to register for this event.
Tickets will be available at the door if this event does not sell out.
Since 2007, Building Open Opportunity Structures Together (BOOST) has planned, promoted, and coordinated over 50 forums, initially in the Trenton-Mercer County region. As a result of the demand for green design and green building education in the Philadelphia region, BOOST is happy to offer a series of informational presentations on environmentally responsible design and sustainability in the city of Philadelphia. They have developed a speakers' bureau that includes academics, architects, business owners and entrepreneurs as well as professionals and practitioners. Within this bureau, speakers have expertise in areas ranging from green building and sustainable community design to personal and organizational leadership capacity building. For more information, visit our website: http://www.weareboost.org
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