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 393_ There is an Ever-Growing IT Shortage in Colorado
 Changing roles of CIOs has added new challenges and has opened doors to those who are 'people savvy' as well as technically competent. Larry talks with Rina Delmonico, a retired Corporate Fortune 500 CIO and since 1997 is CEO and Founder REN, Inc an IT consulting firm specializing in IT project and systems maintenance management. There is a growing shortage of IT professionals just when things are getting better. CIOs are now an important part of the management and leadership teams. New and changing skills are required which includes globalization requirements, organizational change expertise and an Agile approach to development. This new environment requires CIOs to become 'change agents' as well as 'turn around agents'. Multiple dimensions and security challenges are requiring many companies to employ a Chief Security Information Officer (CSIO) and it wasn't that many years ago that most business people didn't even know what a CIO was. Rina tells it the way it is explains what we will be facing down the road.
Related Links: Ren Consulting || CITI Business Leaders || PodCast Directory || Find It || Keywords:Rina Delmonico, REN Consulting, CIO, CSIO, Change Agent, Globalization Requirements
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385_ Delivering High Performance - The Challenges and the Choices
 David Walker (not pictured), Software Division President for the American Society for Quality (ASQ) along with Linda Westfall and Granville Jones, co-chairs of the International Conference on Software Quality (ICSQ) share some insights why users, developers and organizations of all sizes are feeling the software-pinch in our ever-changing environment with a focus on the sometimes elusive topic, software quality. On October 16 & 17 the 2007 conference is being held in Denver. It provides a forum for individuals and organizations seeking technologies, concepts, and techniques to improve the quality of their software products, processes, and services, and looking to enjoy networking and learning opportunities. Ken Schwaber, co-developer of Scrum and Dr. Richard Turner, Fellow, Systems and Software Consortium are keynote speakers. Introducing Agile Methods into Traditional Environments with a top-notch Agile panel is also part of the conference. There are other extras available during that week. LISTEN
Related Links: ICSQ || Agile Panel || American Society for Quality || Associations || Keywords: Software Quality, ICSQ, ASQ, David Walker, Linda Westfall, Granville Jones, Scrum, Agile Channel: In the News > Bytes: 12196365 > 10/1/07 LISTEN
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385_ Colorado BioBusiness Ecosystem is Breaking New Ground
 Rick Silva, acting Director of the Fitzsimons BioBusiness Partners (FBBp) says, "It takes broad and incredibly specialized skills to build a biomedical product. Ours is the most regulated industry on Earth, our products are among the most complex to develop, and the least likely to have a customer. Getting it right takes a village." Larry asked Rick, "How can entrepreneurs hedge their bets? "Build an experienced and capable team that has a record of getting things done. Ask for help! Find advisors (many willing to help a little for free) with relevant experience in your industry and product area. They will have the contacts and experience to help you with your commercial roadmap. If you have a credible plan, have talked to your customers and partners, you will be prepared to answer questions VCs will have. FBBp is central in this ecosystem and can bring domain advisors." 5. Is FBBp an incubator? "Not really, we are a venture development organization. Let me explain." LISTEN
Related Links: Fitz BioBusiness Partners || Colorado Life Science Blog || BioScience Channel || Find It || Keywords: Fitzsimons BioBusiness Partners, FBBp, Rick Silva, Entrepreneurs, Venture Capital, CUTTO, BioScience > Channel: In the News > Bytes: 14716241 > 10/1/07 LISTEN
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 382_ Business and Economics: Integrating the Human Dimension
Mark Wilding is the Director at the Marpa Center for Business and Economics at Naropa University. The Marpa Center was founded about 6 years ago at Naropa. Mark believes what is valuable and important in business is how our behavior in society impacts the community around us – things like ethics. Larry asked Mark if he had an example of a sustainable company that walks its talk. One of Mark’s favorites is White Wave and Steve Demos. One of the things Steve talks about is that they had a “founding purpose” when they started the company. Their founding purpose was to create food that was sustainable for the planet. That’s how they got into Tofu. They worked for many years as a very small company in Boulder – and then along came this notion of Silk, this incredible product that really launched their company into the stratosphere. But even after that they didn’t change their principles. They kept the basic foundations and purpose of creating a food that’s very sustainable for the planet. Mark offers some great advice. LISTEN
Related Links: Marpa Center || Authentic Leadership || Money and Values Project || Find It || Keywords: Mark Wilding, Marpa Center, Business and Economics, Naropa University, Human Dimension Channel: In the News > Bytes: 13284313 > 9/24/07 LISTEN
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361_ Interactive Media - Bridging Saskatchewan and Colorado 
During the week of October 9, 2007 Deborah Black, President of  the Saskatchewan Interactive Media Association will be joining a number of other Canadian organizations in a trade mission to Colorado. Deborah's organization is looking for partners on this two-way bridge between Canada and Colorado. They are looking for Colorado partner companies in addition to individuals who could be speakers at their events and developers in joint programs. Interactive communication, enabled by the application of new technologies and techniques is a rapidly evolving field. Saskatchewan Interactive started in 1995 and is in the leading edge of computer gaming in the traditional sense, moving into online games, advergaming, serious games, and games for health...education is also an important issue for them.
Related Links: Deborah's email || Doing Biz with Canada || Canadian Channel on w3w3.com || David Smith: Denver Canadian Consulate || Building a Win/Win Bridge for Canada & the US || Keywords: Interactive Media, Saskatchewan, Deborah Black, Canada, Saskatchewan Interactive Media Association> Bytes: 7304780> 8/20/07 LISTEN
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358_ Jon Went to Dinner with Friends and said, "I quit my job today" 
"It was hard to attract someone because the Internet had gone into its dive; you know we’d entered into the ‘dot bomb’. Companies were failing every day, every business paper you picked up had on its front page 'this company went belly up, that one went belly up'..., We made it out of that;" reflects Jon Nordmark, co-founder and CEO of eBags. It was August 2001 and eBags came within $50K of making a profit that month and September we thought we were going to hit it – September 11 hit instead and it just blew the luggage market out of the water. The lessons we can learn by looking back can be invaluable. Starting in 1997, Jon was working at Samsonite, in charge of all the distribution channels there, from the marketing perspective, creating new products for them... And at the time Jon could see that the Internet could be what looked like, a major distribution channel. Most people didn't think it was possible to sell luggage to individual consumers on this thing called the Internet. LISTEN Part 1 of 2
Related Links: eBags || Profile of a Leader || In the News || Entrepreneurs || Keywords: Jon Nordmark, eBags, Luggage, Hand Bags, Samsonite, Entrepreneur, Leader, Online, Dot Bomb, Transparency Management> Bytes: 6863833 >8/13/07
359_ eBags Expanding While Deleting Its 50% Brain Drain
When we started eBags our goal was to create a billion dollar company. It takes a lot of capital; we ended up raising $30 million dollars (prior to 9/11) – that ended up being a great thing for eBags explains Jon Nordmark, co-founder and CEO of eBags. When I was trying to do eBags, I knew, from all the research I’d done, that 10% of all bag sales came from catalog sales. I was confident that at least that many would purchase online as they’d already bought without seeing and touching. Then we got into the shoe business – we sold that recently. It was very successful, quadrupled the size of the site in 3 years. It grew rapidly, but it only grew to be 11% of eBags total sales, but it was taking 50% of our heads! So what we’ve done is refocused back on bags. Larry and Pat also got some great entrepreneurial and networking advice from Jon. LISTEN Part 2 of 2 Bytes: 138326 >8/20/07
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The Challenges of Running A Start-UP
 342_ John Sifonis is a noted author and strategist on the topics of Business and IT strategy formulation. John has 35 years of business and technology management consulting experience with Global 500 corporations in Europe, South America, Japan, and Africa. He was also a regular guest on Larry & Pat's terrestrial radio show on KTLK. John discusses the biggest challenges faced when running a start-up. He also gives some excellent solutions with his lessons learned. These are the challenges: the founders, the investors, funding and how they structured the company. John also gives some great advice about going public.
Related Links: Nexiasoft Pressroom || Entrepreneur Channel || Find It || w3w3.com Blog || Keywords: John Sifonis, Entrepreneur, Cisco, Net Ready, Start-Up, IT, Founders, Investors > Channel: Entrepreneurs Bytes: 9763007 LISTEN 7/16/07
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 338_ iPhone - Hyperbole, Hoopla, Hooray or Horrific
Do you have your iPhone yet? Brad Feld, Managing Director of The Foundry Group writes in his Blog, “I’ve had an entertaining series of problems. I’m still amused, but getting closer to annoyed. I picked up my phone last night at the Flatiron Apple Store on the way home from the airport. It took me 45 seconds to purchase it (no line.) I tried to activate it when I got home. iTunes went through its upgrade cycle to 7.3 and then gave me errors that I didn’t have the right version to work with the iPhone so I had to deinstall / install iTunes 7.3. I did that and tried to activate. It got hung up trying to check my credit and told me I had to go to an AT&T store to get a pre-authorization code.”
Related Links: Brad's Blog || The Foundry Group || iBrick = iPhone || Apple iPhone (in all fairness) || iLaunch || Keywords: Brad Feld, The Foundry Group, Mobius Venture Capital, iPhone, AT&T, Apple > Brad's Blog - Read More ||
LISTEN to 2007 Predictions by Brad Feld and Jared Polis: Interview 1/8/07
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336_ See It - Link to It - Enjoy It - w3w3.com Chronicles
 The upgraded w3w3.com Photo Chronicles can help you find just about anyone who has attended a high-tech business event in the Front Range. On the Events page, In the left column, you'll see dozens of 'cover pages' for photo albums that are dated and titled and linked, according to the top events. You can then see the full range of photos and you can see them as a slideshow set up by our partners LifePics. BTW, you can also see albums from years gone by. In addition you can also find the heavy-hitters who have been interviewed on w3w3.com. You might be there too.
Related Links: Photo Albums || Find It || Web Community Calendar || 2003 Photos || Keywords:Event Photos, High-Tech, Business, Interviews, Photo Chronicles, Pat and Larry Nelson
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325_ Open Source, a pathway to innovation and much, much more
 Imagine you buy a software company. The transaction is completed. There’s a knock on your door. A stranger is here to confirm that you are not in breach of his ‘open source software license’. You call your attorney for help. That’s where Jason Haislmaier, HRO, enters the scene. He is recognized by many as the “Open Source Legal Guru” in Colorado. When we asked how he got into this field? his reply was direct and to the point. "Simply put, I was driven by client need."
Having earned an engineering degree prior to law school, Jason has a natural affinity and appreciation for the technical issues he handles today. "As a software vendor, it's not uncommon to have your software product comprised of software that you've developed in-house, that you would consider proprietary, perhaps third party software that you've licensed in, and from open source software, and it's all working together. It is that co mingling or interaction of the softwares that, from a legal standpoint, creates some of the stickier areas under the open source license. Even if you're not a vendor, if you're a data center, it's the same thing.
"Open source software, at its core, is licensed. Licenses can be breached and that can create liability; and in come the lawyers. And that’s where a lot of the legal aspects of open source come about. It’s very difficult to talk about open source software without talking about the legal aspects of open source software.
Related Links: Holme Roberts & Owen || GPLv3 || It's the Law Interviews || Find It || Keywords: Open Source Software, HRO, Holme Roberts & Owen, Jason Haislmaier, Lucky Vidmar> Channels: Software Bytes: 7984172 LISTEN 6/11/07
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328_ The Trend is Changing for Start-up Entrepreneurs 
Statistics show that better than 50% of new entrepreneurs are female. Many business people are surprised to hear that there is a growing number (contrary to popular belief) of women getting into and making a very productive and rewarding career in Information Technology (IT). As a result, many women of varying ages and interests are taking the entrepreneurial plunge. In walks Lucy Sanders, CEO and Founder of the National Center for Women & Information Technology (NCWIT), headquartered at CU Boulder. Lucy is a Bell Fellow and points out (proves) there are many female entrepreneur success stories or as she and her team states it, they are “NCWIT Heroes”. If you have any interest in this burgeoning growth phase of Women and IT, check out the first in this series of amazing true-life stories.
Related Links: NCWIT Heroes || Nat. Academies Report || NCWIT Blog || CO Coalition for Gender and IT || NCWIT Practice|| Keywords: NCWIT, Lucy Sanders, Women in IT, National Center for Women & Information Technology NCWIT Heroes > Channels: NCWIT Bytes: 6525913 LISTEN 6/18/07
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 Revolutionizing IT as We Know It
329_ It sounds technical, but what isn’t today? Here’s a technical best-seller, written by 3 key experts: Evi Nemeth; Garth Snyder; Trent Hein along with 10 key contributors…all experts. This 1000-page book, "LINUX Administration Handbook" (Second Edition),  has a cartoon on the cover (and drawings throughout), easy to understand with readable information and a special section for non IT managers so they understand what is going on and how to be an effective manager in this arena. IT loves this second edition because of the critical contents that are easy to reference and are now getting support from management rather than pushback. It started in 1988. Setting the standard of excellence, translated into 20 languages, and is revolutionizing IT as we know it. Related Links: Applied Trust || Book Press Release || Amazon || Blog || Channels: Software > Keywords: Evi Nemeth; Garth Snyder; Trent Hein, LINUX, IT managers, LINUX Administration Handbook > Bytes: 6199696 LISTEN 6/18/07
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330_ Integration of Technology Impacting TV User Experience
 What would you like to ask a top-level executive in a large and growing company? Sue Wyman, Chairman of the Communication Technologies Professionals (CTP) and Larry Nelson went to John Suranyi's office to ask some very pointed questions about his development and where he is heading. John is the President of Sales and Services for Direct TV. Sue asked John to rewind a little and talk about the past and what he went through in his development, the challenges he faced, the turning point in his career as well as a number of other topic areas. Related Links: CTP Channel || Communication Technology Professionals Home || Jivaro Group || Find It || Channels: CTP> Keywords: John Suranyi, Direct TV, Sue Wyman, Communication Technologies Professionals, CTP > Bytes: 5910259 LISTEN 6/181/07
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319_ Your Business and the Internet’s Identifier System
It started out with DARPA and the National Science Foundation and went through iterations and challenges that included a 1992 episode in Amsterdam, a major issue dealing with IP numbers and names was resolved in 1998 and the march goes on with ICANN serving a very important role with URLs.
John Crain, Chief Technical Officer for ICANN, talks about the importance of this unique identifier system with Larry Nelson and reveals the history and includes comments about Vinton Cerf, current Chief Internet Evangelist for Google also recognized as one of the ‘Fathers of the Internet.’ Meet John Crain, May 30th - at the IT Summit-Denver -
Related Links: ICANN || IT Summit-enver Agenda || Podcast Directory || ICANN Blog || Vinton Cerf Interview || >Keywords: John Crain, ICANN, Internet Identifiers, IT Summit-Denver > Channels: News >> Bytes: 6280362 LISTEN 5/28/07
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 Better, Faster, Cheaper Mantra Still in Place
315_ Worldwide, we are in the middle of a high-performance build out, points out Jeff Akers, President of EMS for CH2M HILL. When it comes to technical advances, it’s an endless list that includes Geospatial technology that is a major player the managed solutions space. Jeff reminisced with Larry about how the geeks once inhabited the basement in larger companies and now are in the ‘top’ floors dealing directly with the ‘top’ boss. Jeff came out of the telecommunications industry and now travels worldwide in his new leadership role. Jeff shares some lessons learned, possible opportunities, as well as some predictions. Meet Jeff Akers, May 30th - at the IT Summit-Denver, Keynote Address at 10:00am. Related Links: CH2M Hill || IT Summit-enver Agenda || Podcast Directory || Association Listing || >Keywords: CH2M HILL, Jeff Akers, Geospatial, Technology, IT Summit-Denver >> Channels: News >>
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 304_ Google, FBI, CH2M HILL, Tech Stars Talk
The IT Summit is a conference series for executives from the government, education, economic development and corporate communities. Wes Sherman of the Paramount World Group, producers of the Denver IT Summit says, the events are produced by and for senior leaders for the purposes of economic development, education, and the proliferation of information technology. This full-day Summit includes seminars, panel discussions and CIO Roundtables. If you want to personally meet and listen to industry experts in government, education, economic development and corporate communities, here's your chance. Related Links: The IT Summit || Denver Agenda || Web Community Calendar || Blog || Keywords: IT Summit, Denver, CIO, CTO, Google, ICANN, FBI, Tech Stars, CH2M HILL, Wes Sherman Channels: In the News Bytes: 3269175 LISTEN 4/30/07
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312_ It’s the Law: The New IP, Supreme Court and Patent Challenges
 Is it obvious? On April 30, the Supreme Court set out additional guidelines regarding how to determine if technology is “obvious,” and hence non-patentable. How this ends up could take some time, but regardless, it will have a far-reaching impact on Intellectual Property and patents particularly those that are IT related. David Seeley and Blaine Benard, both partners at Holme Roberts and Owen discuss what is happening and the ramifications of the KRS v. Teleflex ruling by the Supreme Court that is not in sync with the position taken by the Appellate Court which was established in 1982 to handle such cases. The saga continuous and no matter how it ends up, it will impact both business and consumers. Related Links: HRO || KSR v. Teleflex || Intellectual Property || Web Community Calendar || Blog || Channel: News > Keywords:Intellectual Property, Supreme Court, KRS v. Teleflex, David Seeley, Blaine Benard, Holme Roberts and Owen, Patents >Bytes: 4107392 > LISTEN 5/14/07
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313_ Profile of a Leader: Here's the Rest of the Story Part 2 of 2
 When you are lucky enough to have talented, creative, hard-working people on your team, it's critical that they are all on the same page and heading in the same direction. Scott Binder, Senior Vice President for the Colorado Market at Comcast, talks with Sue Wyman, Chairman of the revitalized Communication Technology Professionals, CTP formerly DTP and Larry Nelson about the steps (personally and professionally) that he has gone through in his changing professional career. If you would like a FREE copy of Scott's favorite book, "As a Man Thinketh" by James Allen, simply click here. Related Links: CTP Channel || Denver Tele Pros || Jivaro Group || Podcast Directory || Channel: News > Keywords: Scott Binder, Comcast, Communication Technology Professionals, CTP, Sue Wyman, As a Man Thinketh, Leadership >Bytes: 6180470 > LISTEN. 5/14/07 If you missed Part 1 - LISTEN
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  On Colorado
By Mike Cote
310_ Startups put stock in Colorado
Entrepreneurs plotting a new startup have plenty to wrestle with, from securing venture capital to ensuring they have the right team to transform their killer idea into a viable business. Ryan Martens wants them to consider something else — giving part of the company away before it even makes a cent. Four years ago, the founder and chief technology officer of Boulder-based Rally Software introduced a "1 percent" club to the local entrepreneurial community to encourage emerging companies to embrace philanthropy. Now the idea has gained wider exposure through the newly minted Entrepreneurs Foundation of Colorado. Related Links: Complete Story || Rally Software || Colorado BIZ Today || The Entrepreneurs Foundation || PodCast Directory || Channel: News > Keywords: Colorado Business Magazine, COBIZ, Mike Cote>> Read more... 5/7/07
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 308_ ATLAS - Is It Technology, Art or a Coffee Shop
Dr. Robert Schnabel, Vice Provost for Academic and Campus Technology – CIO & Director of the ATLAS Institute clears up a campus mystery. ATLAS stands for “Alliance for Technology Learning and Society” and what’s embedded in those words is bridging all the way from technology and sciences to the arts. The building is in part a teaching and learning center – a place where you have classes and disciplines ranging all the way from writing to business to engineering to social science, and rooms that have fairly good technology.
Related Links: Atlas Building Home || National Center for Women & Information Technology || Web Community Calendar || Blog || Keywords: Atlas Building, University of Colorado, Boulder, Robert Schnabel, NCWIT >> Channels: In the News Bytes: 4107392>> LISTEN 5/7/07
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303_ Tracking the Life (and Contents) of a 3-Year Old Computer
 Look around your office. In the next one to three years, estimate how many electronic items, big and small, will be replaced; computers, printers, copiers, keyboards, mice, cell phones, monitors, PDAs, laptops, servers…
Next, how will they be disposed of? It’s not just the physical components, it’s also the vital and confidential information stored on those devices.
It’s not just pollution and doing your part, that is socially responsible. It’s also being responsible for customer data, intellectual property or other confidential information.
Steve Fuelberth, President & CEO of Luminous Recycling has the solution that is leading edge, socially responsible and cost effective.. Related Links: || Luminous Recycling || Green Up Denver || Podcast Directory || Channels: Recycling, In the News Keywords: Luminous Recycling, Steve Fuelberth, computers, printers, cpiers, keyboards, mice, cell phones, monitors, PDAs, laptops, servers > Bytes: 5400976 LISTEN 4/30/07
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 301_ Peer-to-Patent Project - A New Business Imperative
 “Peer to Patent Project” or “Community Patent Review” It’s really a breakthrough project in the patent prosecution area. Because for the first time it allows people in the community to participate in the patent granting process. Which up until now has been a semi-secret process that very few of us understand. Now we get a glimpse into what really goes on and we can affect it. Garth Jensen, partner at the Denver HRO office discusses with associate, Lucky Vidmar also at Holme Roberts & Owen this exciting change of events. Related Links: Holme Roberts & Owen || Community Patent Overview || Peer-to-Patent Project || Peer-to-Patent FAQs || Find It || Keywords: Peer to Patent Project, HRO, Holme Roberts & Owen, Garth Jensen, Lucky Vidmar, Community Patent Review > Channels: Software Bytes: 6493939 LISTEN 4/23/07
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297_ The Global Marketplace: Taking the Right Steps
 It's the little things, let alone the small type that can get you. Regardless of the country you want to be doing business in, things are different...socially, politically economically. Troy Braegger, Senior Counsel at Holme Roberts & Owen focuses on U.S. and cross-border joint ventures, mergers and acquisitions discusses doing business with a top attorney from Mexico, Javier Lizardi. Among the many points made, the position and definition of 'Notary Public' can make a winning vs. a losing situation. Related Links: Holme Roberts & Owen || Von Wobeser y Sierra S.C. || International || Troy Braegger || Find It || Keywords: Javier Lizardi, Troy Braegger, Holme Roberts & Owen, Mexico, Notary Public, Global Marketplace > Channels:In the News > Bytes: 5824159 >> LISTEN 4/16/07
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 288_ Golden Sauce That's Usable, Powerful & Motivating
“I am really very relentless. I go over it and over it until I find what I want. I really look at every ‘no’ I get as the first step to a ‘yes’, says Lucy Sanders, CEO and CoFounder of the National Center for Women & Information Technology. Lucy works with enterprise size companies as well as new startups and focuses on getting women and girls into Information Technology in its broadest sense at NCWIT.org. Lucy sets high standards for her self first and later sets high standards for others. “And at the same time I have incredibly high forgiveness. So if the bar is high, then there should be a safety net. People should not be made to feel bad if they can’t quite climb over that high bar. It’s just that if you set it really high, there’s always going to be learning,” she points out. Lucy offers more sage advice. Related Links: About Lucy Sanders || NCWIT Blog || Find It || NCWIT Practice || Channels: Software || Keywords: Lucy Sanders, National Center for Women & Information Technology, NCWIT, Information Technology, Bell Fellow > Bytes: 6525913 LISTEN 4/2/07
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258 Filling Huge Holes in the Traditional Hi-tech Startup Model
 There are common and critical things that are overlooked when starting a new business. The founders of TechStars suggest that stealth modes are out and stress tests are in. Brad Feld, investor in many innovative high-tech companies, is always interested in new investment ideas. Brad and Jared Polis have joined David Cohen and David Brown, co-founders of Zoll Data Systems in their newest venture,TechStars which will provide angel funding and mentoring to young entrepreneurs.
Related Links: TechStars || TechStars Blog || Brad Feld Blog || w3w3.com Blog ||
Keywords: TechStars, Startup, David Cohen, David Brown, Zoll Data Systems, Brad Feld, Jared Polis
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242 Dick Notebaert's Take on Putting Network Neutrality in Perspective
 The hottest debate in telecommunications policy circles is whether broadband network providers should be subject to a "network neutrality" mandate. This mandate, although often undefined, suggests that the traditional "best efforts" Internet provides an open platform for innovation that is threatened by the plans of broadband providers to begin offering quality of service arrangements for a fee. Richard Notebaert, Chairman and CEO, Qwest Communications International defines Network Neutrality says it's "nuts". Related Links: Rocky Mountain News || Silicon Flatirons Telecommunications Program || Network Neutrality || Denver Telecom Pros || Center for the New West || Keywords: Dick Notebaert, Network Neutrality, Phil Weiser, Telecommunications, DTP, Telcos, Qwest || Bytes: 9584225 > LISTEN 1/15/07
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238 Jared Polis and Brad Feld Square Off on the Future LISTEN 1/8/07
  Before asking Brad Feld and Jared Polis to make some forecasts for 2007, Larry asked them, "What must the Colorado legislature and the new Governor focus on in order to best support the business and tech community?" Education at all levels was loudly expressed, but some other issues are going to be a challenge for us all. How do you attract and maintain a qualified workforce while maintaining our famous quality of life standard? They had some answers. In the middle of all this, aquaculture came up. Related Links: Mobius Venture Capital || Jared Polis Foundation || Brad Feld Blog || Venture Capital || Keywords: Brad Feld, Jared Polis, Aquaculture, Mobius Venture Capital, IPO, Investment Capital || Bytes: 9661025>
240 Feld and Polis Make Economic Predictions for 2007 LISTEN 1/15/07
 In Part 2 of 2, Brad and Jared went from giving our state politicians some business advice, to describing the lay-of-the-land for venture capital, economic growth and much more. Listen Now: Part 1of 2 and Part 2of 2 - Learn about Aquaculture, look for Jared at the Startup Junkie Underground 1/22/07- Check w3w3 Save-the-Dates Community Calendar for times and further details. Jared's Live Talk about Aquaculture ||
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 241 Anatomy of a hijacking @ CoBizMag.com
E-gads! We've been hacked! Anatomy of a hijacking @CoBizMag.com - Two different attacks from a Chinese 'Sam Spade' and 'Nejad, Cyber Islamic Defender' taught us the down and dirty world of online warfare. Thousands of businesses are spending more time and money than they should be battling these geeks and so did we. As a confirming note of caution...read this article, as w3w3.com experienced a similar attack a few years ago.Related Links: CO BIZ Anatomy of Hijacking @ CoBizMag || PodCasting Directory || Find It || Colorado BIZ Today || Keywords: Colorado Business Magazine, COBIZ, Colorado, Hijacking @ CoBizMag.com, Hacking || 1/15/07 Read More
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239 Connecting with the Right People the Right Way LISTEN 1/15/07
 Pat & Larry Nelson of w3w3.com are seen everywhere. Many call them the Networker’s networkers. Larry says that the biggest and most common mistake in networking involves the omnipresent “Elevator Pitch”. That’s just what a busy executive wants to hear as they enjoy their liquid refreshments…”Get me out of here!” Pat and Larry offer some "Networking Solutions" (Identifying, Preparing & Personalizing) that are extremely effective in most every networking situation. In 4 minutes you'll know the answers. Related Links: Beyond the Trends || 3-Filters Compliant || Your Website - Is it 3-Filters Compliant? || Entrepreneurs || Associations || Training Trends || Keywords: Networking, 3-Filters, Elevator Pitch, Beyond the Trends, Training Trends, Associations || Bytes: 267745
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233 Policy, Politics and Privilege; the IT Infrastructure Challenge
 Most managers do not understand the difference between UNIX and LINUX, but they should. That knowledge could be the difference between a company horror story and success. Trent Hein and Ned McClain, co-founders of Applied Trust Engineering who also co-authored the, "LINUX Administration Handbook" (Second Edition) and include critical sections written especially for non IT managers who can gain an understanding what is going to happen when they turn over the keys to the systems administrator. Bytes: 6930393 > LISTEN 1/1/07
235 Call a Spade a Spade or You'll Lose More than the Game
 Trent Hein and Ned McClain, co-founders of Applied Trust Engineering who also co-authored the, "LINUX Administration Handbook" (Second Edition) include critical sections written especially for non IT managers who can gain an understanding what is going to happen when they turn over the keys to the systems administrator. It's frustrating for the management team when they don't have a handle on what the IT department is doing. It's also frustrating for the IT folks when they do not get management support. Related Links: Applied Trust || Book Press Release || Community Support || Book Details || Keywords: Applied Trust, Trent Hein, Ned McClain, LINUX Administration Handbook, Systems Administrator, IT Infrastructure|| Bytes: 6526644 > LISTEN 1/8/07 - Part 2 of 2
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 Paul Leo Ray 1946 - 2007
Memorial Celebration of Life
Details - Paul Ray Tribute
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230 Telecommunications is Becoming as Outdated as the Rotary Telephone  Part 1 of 2 Internet, telephones, answering machines are some of the communication words that are being replaced with words like bundling, network neutrality, voice over IP, convergence, wireless and others we have not heard about as yet. All of these challenges and changes impact companies of all sizes, points out Phil Weiser founder of the Silicon Flatirons Telecommunications Program and professor at CU. The the Deming Center, CU Tech Transfer office and the Entrepreneurial Law Center at CU are stepping up to the plate to help entrepreneurs. Bytes: 7079291> LISTEN 1/1/07 - Part 1 of 2
236 Legal and Business Issues - Can the FCC Work in Internet Speed?
 Part 2 of 2_ Phil Weiser founder of the Silicon Flatirons Telecommunications Program and professor at CU shares his personal opinion with Larry and Pat that could have a tremendous impact on communications in the US. Phil's personal opinion is bold, but not easy to get through the "web" of the FCC. He feels that the FCC must move to a new orientation - one that looks at development after the fact, as opposed to the traditional 'before the fact'. Today, without the blessing of the FCC ahead of time, nothing gets done.
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 232 The Number 1 Most Powerful Organization in Colorado
Power lines — Colorado's 25 most powerful businesses and organizations. Two years ago, ColoradoBiz ranked the 25 Most Powerful organizations, businesses and other institutions in the state, naming Colorado voters as the most powerful group with influence on state affairs. This year, we rank the Regional Transportation District, RTD, as the No. 1 Most Powerful organization in the state. Related Links: CO BIZ Powerlines || PodCasting Directory || Find It || Colorado BIZ Today || Keywords: Colorado Business Magazine, COBIZ, Colorado, 25 Most Powerful Organizations, Powerlines|| 1/1/07 Read More
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231 Is Someone Breaking Into and Breaching Your System?
 Default setting has a nice ring to it for those that are not techies. Terry Morreale, a senior engineer at Applied Trust points out that people assume that default settings on their machines are safe and secure. For their convenience, vendors leave on lots of things you don't need. There are many examples and a common and dangerous one is having the system set up to allow someone to log into an account and it's not needed. That can be simply inviting trouble. Terry offers invaluable tips and a free link to the "Incident Handling Guide".
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230 Telecommunications is Becoming as Outdated as the Rotary Telephone Internet, telephones, answering machines are some of the communication words that are being replaced with words like bundling, network neutrality, voice over IP, convergence, wireless and others we have not heard about as yet. All of these challenges and changes impact companies of all sizes, points out Phil Weiser founder of the Silicon Flatirons Telecommunications Program and professor at CU. The the Deming Center, CU Tech Transfer office and the Entrepreneurial Law Center at CU are stepping up to the plate to help entrepreneurs. Bytes: 7079291> LISTEN 1/1/07 - Part 1 of 2
236 Legal and Business Issues - Can the FCC Work in Internet Speed?
Phil Weiser founder of the Silicon Flatirons Telecommunications Program and professor at CU shares his personal opinion with Larry and Pat that could have a tremendous impact on communications in the US. Phil's personal opinion is bold, but not easy to get through the "web" of the FCC. He feels that the FCC must move to a new orientation - one that looks at development after the fact, as opposed to the traditional 'before the fact'. Today, without the blessing of the FCC ahead of time, nothing gets done.
Related Links: Silicon Flatirons Telecommunications Program || Network Neutrality || Denver Telecom Pros || The Next Wave of Innovation || Keywords: Phil Weiser, Telecommunications, Silicon Flatirons Program, CU, Network Neutrality, SFTP, FCC
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224 Is it an Evolution or a Revolution Changing the Communication Sector?
 Something Larry has said in his management classes over the years is, "A ball can only bounce as high as it is dropped." The Telecom industry must be ready for a ride with the astronauts. There are many changes in store for the changes in the Communications industry. There are also challenges that accompany the broadening of the market. These experts state their predictions and you'll hear words like convergence, bundling, and other words you have heard in the past, but with a whole new emphasis. Related Links: Denver Telecom Professionals || Silicon Flatirons Telecommunications || DTP Celebration Photos || PodCasting Directory || Keywords: Telecommunications, Wireless, Convergence, Communication, Bundling, Predictions, DTP || Bytes: 3682119 > LISTEN 12/11/06
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 222 Predicting the Death of the Gatekeepers
Throughout history the gatekeepers kept us safe. They saved us from the bad people. But they also tried to save us from the boring and uninteresting, the radical and the off-balanced, the rumors and lies, and most importantly from the people who had a different opinion or heaven-forbid, a different agenda. Gatekeepers were the ones who said “No!” And they said “no” a lot points out Dr. Thomas Frey, futurist and founder of the DaVinci Institute in Colorado. Listen to Tom's on-the-edge predictions. Related Links: Death to the Gatekeepers || DaVinci Institute || PodCasting Directory || w3w3 Blog || Keywords: DaVinci Institute, Tom Frey, Gatekeepers, Futurist, Long Tail || Bytes: 4676861 > LISTEN 12/11/06
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221 When Change is in Order, You Need a Qualified Project Sponsor
 When an IT project will create a value for the business and is truly worth investing in, a project sponsor is required, points out Rina Delmonico, CEO and Founder of REN Consulting. While the project sponsor is generally an internal executive from the appropriate business unit, at times an external consultant can be utilized. There are common mistakes made by project sponsors and Rina offers an invaluable list of tips that will save time, money, grief and aggravation. Here are clear steps leading to project success. Related Links: REN Consulting || Employment Panel Info || CU Business School: CITI || Find It || Keywords: IT, Project Sponsor, Rina Delmonico, REN Consulting, CU Business School, CITI Bytes: 6448590 > LISTEN 12/3/06
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220 It's Time to Get a PR Checkup Before Your Credibility is Jeopardized
  There’s nothing like Public Relations to build a company’s image, credibility and visibility. Some people call it “free advertising”. Many of the tried and true methods employed by PR such as press releases and contacting the media directly via phone and email are still important. But, newer technologies are helping companies to reach customers more directly. Yvonne and Greg Lynott of Lynott & Associates, a public relations company serving innovative technology companies for the past 20 years, including Intel, Steve Jobs and Bill Gates. Related Links: Lynott & Associates || w3w3 Blog || Find It || Free PR Assessment || Keywords: IT Professionals, RMIMA, Bill Hubbell, Microsoft, PR, Public Relations, Yvonne Lynott, Greg Lynott, Bill Gates, Steve Jobs, Intel, Lynott & Associates Bytes: 2779118 > LISTEN 12/3/06
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 210_ Building a Win/Win Bridge for Canada & the US
Serial entrepreneurs have nothing over Monica Heron, Senior Consul and Senior Trade Commissioner for Canada in Denver for Consulate General of Canada. She is a serial foreign service career person and has held positions in numerous countries, from Hong Kong to Zimbabwe, from the Ivory Coast to Switzerland and beyond. Monica is pleased to be in Denver working with a great team of active and involved representatives. They are there ready to support efforts to do business with Canadian companies.> Related Links: Canada || Monica Heron || Toronto and Region || Greenbuild Expo || Keywords: Canada, Monica Heron, Senior Trade Commissioner, Energy, Technology, Life Sciences, Aerospace - 11/13/06 LISTEN - Bytes 4154412
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202_ Business Simulation Industry Needs Talent and Money
  Colorado has a unique opportunity. The video gaming industry already exceeds the size of Hollywood. As a result of early military and government investments, video gaming technologies are can now be applied to countless business simulations and applications. Currently, there is little structure to the business simulations industry. Colorado can play a significant role in that effort. Richard Leibowitz, the President of Union Gaming in Los Angeles is the keynote speaker at this year's TiEcon and the track titled Video Gaming and Business Simulations.
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201_ Sustainability is Here to Stay, Maybe Forever
 The Archetype Sustainable House Demonstration Project began with a National Competition to design a green home that could be adopted by Canadian production home builders. Construction is planned to begin in the spring of 2007 in Toronto, Canada. Andrew Bowerbank, Manager, Sustainable Development is a key speaker at the International Greenbuilt Expo being held in Denver. Monica Heron, Senior Consul and Senior Trade Commissioner for Canada in Denver Consulate General of Canada asked Andrew some probing questions. > 10/30/06 LISTEN - Bytes 4813952
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200_ Here's the best way and don't call the Dept. of Defense
  The United States of America needs your help. The US needs new innovative ideas generated by entrepreneurial companies. This year, one of the focuses of TiEcon Demo Extravaganza is Homeland Security. The keynote speaker for that track is Lee VanArsdale is the CEO of Triple Canopy, Inc., and is responsible for setting the strategic direction of this integrated security solutions company. Vic Ahmed, Chairman of TiE Rockies and CEO of SecConOne gets some specific advice for entrepreneurs from Lee you can use immediately. Related Links: TiEcon Home || SecConOne || Cyber Security || TiE Rockies || Triple Canopy > 10/30/06 LISTEN -
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198_ Customers are Not Loyal and are Switchers by Nature
 Unleashing human potential expert and world renowned author, Curt Coffman stresses that, "Talent trumps intellect", every time. Curt wrote the best seller, "First, Break All the Rules." Melodie Reagan, chair of the upcoming TiEcon event recruited Curt to be the luncheon keynote speaker. By the way, it's an hour address filled with strategies that you can apply immediately. His current best-seller is, "Follow This Path" and it's loaded with goodies. Melodie and Larry probe Curt for the top three tactics that the best leaders are applying today. > 10/23/06 LISTEN
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197_ Internet Security Hazards are on the Increase
 An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure or maybe your ID, or your hard drive or other vital aspects of your business. Once again the state of Colorado has become a leader in the high-tech areana. Mark Weatherford, Colorado Chief Information Security Officer, said, “The State of Colorado acts as a resource for gathering information from the federal government and other states on cyber threats and provides two way sharing of information between and among the states and, ultimately, with local governments and the business community.” > 10/23/06 LISTEN
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196_ Video Gaming, Homeland Security, Wireless
 With entrepreneurs in mind and focused on three powerful tracks, the Second Annual TiEcon is working and planning closely with business and universities. In addition to a number of international experts sharing their wisdom, participants will have a chance for some head-on-head conversation with the pros. Melodie Reagan, chair of the event points out that the best-of-the-best in Video Gaming and Business Simulations, Homeland Security and Wireless Technology will be also shown during the Demo Extravaganza throughout the day. > 10/23/06 LISTEN
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183_ Are You Part of the Advancing Colorado Movement?
 The "Rising Tide" philosophy is something Pat and Larry Nelson believe in. They have found a wonderful theme that is growing in popularity and prominence in Colorado. It's simple but powerful and more information can be found at AdvancingColorado.com. We are all Advancing Colorado and now we do it with intention. Governor Bill Owens surprised Pat and Larry by presenting them with the 2006 Advancing Colorado Excellence Award for Advancement of the Technology Community at the Colorado Tech Week Launch. Together we create the future. > LISTEN 9/25/06
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 192_ In Search of the True Fully Integrated Network
Old laws, pending legislation, innovative technology, redefining industries are both the good news and the challenges points out Phil Weiser, Executive Director, Silicon Flatirons Telecommunications Program. Increasingly, consumers will be able to communicate with one another and access information across networks (wired, wireless, broadband, satellite, etc.) in a seamless manner. Easy to use and policy changes are key drivers. When will this all happen? Probably in the next 3 to 5 years. > LISTEN 10/16/06
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191_ Safe Surfing and Online Predators Spawning New Fears
 There is a growing and historic partnership with the public and private sectors dealing with the epidemic affecting the youth. Yes this is an epidemic and many are closing their eyes and ears to this growing problem. Others are ignorant and don't have a clue as to what is happening. Thank goodness we are in a state that is proactively doing something about it. Colorado's Attorney General, John Suthers, Deputy AG, Jeanne Smith and Microsoft Attorney, Aaron Korn Blum kicked off a program with a couple hundred law enforcement officials to discussion the solutions. 10/09/06 LISTEN
Keywords: Online Predators, Cyber Crime, Safe Surfing, Law Enforcement, John Suthers, Colorado Attorney General, Jeanne Smith, Deputy Attorney General, Aaron Kornblum, Microsoft
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 178_ Building Your Business While Beating Travel Prices
According to Kevin Ward, President of PC Conferencing there are three main challenges that entrepreneurs face. The first is money. Many start out with their own, and credit cards and then there's the challenge of raising money from Angel investors or if your company has big potential, VC investors. The second is people. As Kevin says, "you know you need good people, but can you get along with them?" The third is balancing your personal time, your work and your family.> LISTEN 9/18/06
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 175_ The High-Tech Sector is back..
Soon you will be electing our state's new leader. The Question is, "What do the technology leaders think the governor should focus on in support of the Technology community? Here are the thoughts of 18 people we talked to at the recent Gubernatorial Technology Forum/Debate held at the Brown Palace Hotel >
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 177_ Hungry for Tech Success vs. Complacent Success
Getting in our own way is the biggest challenge for the US points out Michael Lightner, Professor and Chair, Dept. of Electrical and Computer Engineering at CU in Boulder. We cannot afford to let regulatory issues, tax issues, workforce retraining get in the way along with other challenges such as innovation, new business, new areas of technology where the US is falling behind. Michael is also the Global 'president' of IEEE and as he visits other countries he experiences the challenge firsthand. > LISTEN 9/18/06
 181_ Can Colorado Bring Leadership to the Technology Table?
Parents are a key, points out Michael Lightner, Professor and Chair, Dept. of Electrical and Computer Engineering at CU in Boulder and president of the global organization IEEE. There are worldwide challenges that can only be solved by technology. There are nations in different parts of the globe that are unstable and others are on a road that is very scary. The US is currently on a path of instability in a very unique way. Science and math are not in the minds of most youth today and the US could be on its way to becoming a third-world nation. Part 2 of 2 .> LISTEN 9/25/06
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175_ The High-Tech Sector is back..
Soon you will be electing our state's new leader. The Question is, "What do the technology leaders think the governor should focus on in support of the Technology community? Here are the thoughts of 18 people we talked to at the recent Gubernatorial Technology Forum/Debate held at the Brown Palace Hotel >
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 166_ The Business of Technology in Colorado is Up for Debate-
As a state, Colorado has the highest number of technology workers per capita. As a result, the health of the Colorado technology industry is an important issue to consider in the 2006 election for Governor, says CU Professor, Phil Weiser. Brad Feld, Mobius Venture Capital with the Blue hat and Jack Tankersley, Meritage Funds with the Red hat will moderate a frank and open discussion with Bill Ritter and Bob Beauprez about Technology's future and their promise. > LISTEN 8/21/06
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172_ The ATE Employee Canon has Redefined the Big Bang 
Trent Hein and Ned McClain, co-founders of Applied Trust Engineering (ATE) were surprised when Pat and Larry Nelson unexpectedly wanted to interview them about the Famous ATE Employee Canon. The ATE Canon was developed in an effort to support ATE employees, ATE clients, and the profession in general. It outlines their organizational culture, which fosters a creative, rewarding, and balanced work environment that empowers employees and clients. Here are 10 rules to build by. > 8/28/06 .> LISTEN 8/28/06
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 173_ The Wireless Revolution has just Begun its Wild Ride
Phil Weiser, Executive Director, Silicon Flatirons Telecommunications Program points out that the wireless spectrum is a vital natural resource. Over the next several years, telecommunications policy will almost certainty move away from the existing command-and-control framework. In charting a new course, regulators must appreciate the changing technologies that can operate effectively using commons access spectrum and propertized spectrum. New regulations will impact all businesses. > LISTEN 8/28/06
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  169_ East and West Coast Duke it Out
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"In Colorado a handshake is a deal," claims Trent Hein and Ned McClain cofounders of Applied Trust. Quality of life, passion and the great outdoors are Colorado descriptors but Applied Trust has taken that to a whole new level. These techies extraordinaire, have incorporated a 'Culture of Giving' throughout the company along with many other attributes seldom found in companies today, big or small. They have also written 'best sellers' Unix and Linux Administration Handbooks.> LISTEN 8/21/06
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166_ The Business of Technology in Colorado is Up for Debate-
As a state, Colorado has the highest number of technology workers per capita. As a result, the health of the Colorado technology industry is an important issue to consider in the 2006 election for Governor, says CU Professor, Phil Weiser. Brad Feld, Mobius Venture Capital with the Blue hat and Jack Tankersley, Meritage Funds with the Red hat will moderate a frank and open discussion with Bill Ritter and Bob Beauprez about Technology's future and their promise. > LISTEN 8/21/06
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 165_ Web 2.0 is Changing the Internet Universe - 8/14/06
What does Web 2.0 mean? With more than 9.5 million citations in Google the term "Web 2.0" has clearly taken hold, but there's still a huge amount of disagreement about just what Web 2.0 means. That's why DTP brought Om Malik, Contributing Editor for Business 2.0 and Founder/Editor of GigaOM.com, to Denver to speak on the topic. Many in the audience were surprised and that's an understatement. Different behavior coupled with new technology could make this Internet 2.0. > LISTEN
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 157_ Global Text Project Tries the Impossible
The cost of everything is rising, but the rising cost of textbooks is unbelievable. Ask the parents of any college student. But imagine a family in Uganda that is earning $1000 a year and their student needs to pay the bargain price of $60. That's half the price US students pay. Don McCubbrey, of Daniels College of Business at DU, is one of four international professors trying to make a big change with that challenge. They have a plan to make these texts free of charge and would have the text be in their native language as well as in English. Don points out that one of the promises of the Internet is developing community and that no one is as smart as everyone.> LISTEN 7/31/06
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 154_ Ruth McCartney with British Ties Loves the US
Many experiences led Ruth McCartney to devising "iFanz" a sophisticated data management and reporting software which allows users to manage their customer or fan base directly online. Ruth's step-brother Sir Paul and her mother's entrepreneurial activities laid some groundwork for her successful ventures. Formerly, Ruth was a singer, songwriter and recording artist on BMG/Jupiter Records. Her successes are worldwide and she will be a keynote at the DaVinci My Space Boot Camp.> LISTEN 7/24/06 - Photos provided by: AndrewOrth.com
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 151_ Advancing Colorado with Incredible Speed
Hundreds of people from business, education and government celebrated Governor Bill Owens signing numerous bills into law that will have a tremendous impact on the economy; from tourism to biosciences and beyond. Brian Vogt, Director of the Office of Economic Development and International Trade was proud of the OEDIT team that helped make it all happen. Brian also applauded the fact that this was a bipartisan effort along with Colorado community support.> LISTEN 7/17/06
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145_ Lucy Sanders - Is There a Significant Place for Women in IT? 6/5/06 LISTEN
 The name of this 'innovation group' is the "National Center for Women & Information Technology" or 'NCWIT' points out Co-Founder and CEO Lucy Sanders. Housed at CU Boulder, the NCWIT mission is to ensure that women are fully represented in the influential world of information technology and computing. Brad Feld of Mobius is on the board with a host of other notables that are all passionate about the about diverse thought in innovation and this collaborative creation process. > 6/05/06
146_ Challenges and Choices for Women in IT - Part 2 of 2 > 612/06 LISTEN
 Women make up about 25% of the IT workforce today and about 50% of the overall workforce. With declining of female enrollments for bachelor degrees in computing and IT, coupled with the declining number of high school girls interested in technology as well as the retirement numbers, it's easy to see the work-shortage problem explains Lucy Sanders, Co-Founder and CEO of the "National Center for Women & Information Technology" or 'NCWIT'. Lucy explains some innovative solutions.
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 139_ Economic Summit Could be Adding Development to Its Name
The 4th Annual Economic Summit held in Denver was opened by Bill Hubbell of Microsoft. The high-profile panel included Joe Blake, Jeff Potter, Kevin Grieve, John Suthers, Robert Coombe, and Kenneth Tuchman and was moderated by Robert McDowell. Bill Hubbell reviewed the key points of the 4th Summit which was the biggest and the best, suggested that next year it will be further expanded. Global competition, technology and security were among the hot topics discussed.
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136_ Building a Community for All in Changing Times
 Driving down the cost of software over its entire lifecycle yields a higher ROI and the satisfaction of the software goes up, explains Craig McMurtry, Technical Evangelist for Microsoft. A pre-launch early-bird view of WinFX showed an excited group in Denver that this is a comprehensive set of tools and instruments that will build sophisticated management models that help in understanding the health of your application while correcting what might go wrong. >LISTEN 5/15/06
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 135_ Intelligent Emergency Network, Next Generation 9-1-1
Developed 30 years ago, we have outgrown the current 911 technology. Intrado, a global provider of emergency communications infrastructure and services is now building the next generation of 9-1-1. Cofounder and CTO of Longmont based Intrado, Stephen Meer's history includes being a first responder. In addition to his career, Stephen has a great deal of interest in our youth as it relates to science and math interests. Here's a Colorado success story.> LISTEN 5/15/06
137_ Delivering Solutions While Avoiding Info Overload a Key to Success
 Meaningful solutions is an Intrado mantra. Years ago Intrado introduced the concept of using the incident command system in public safety. Stephen Meer points out that the challenge is inner operability. Whether it's the tragedies at Columbine, Katrina or the World Trade Center, Stephen says it is much more than just the communication. It's about getting the right information, to the right people in the right time. Using the tools on a daily basis and distilling down to meaningful solutions are the keys.> LISTEN 5/22/06
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134_ Baxa, Past Mistakes and Facing Challenges Lead to Winning
 Learning from past mistakes and overcoming the biggest of challenges helped make Brian Baldwin, Vice Chairman and Founder of Baxa a success. His college roommate and fraternity brother Bill Cook started with a dumb business model, hypodermic needles. This was followed by other challenges including making it through Chapter 11. Today, Baxa is a successful award winning company built on the foundation of getting the right people in the right place and time. Brian enjoys having a good time, ask Dame Edna. > LISTEN 5/15/06
138_ The Rocky Road of Building a Successful Medical Device Company
 In 1979 Baxa became part of the Cook Company out of the state organization. In 1987 Brian Baldwin and some cohorts engineered a buy-back from Bill Cook. From there on it was a rollercoaster ride. Winning a patent litigation suit cost Baxa $1 million in legal fees. Not that long ago, Baxa experienced a major recall and at that time had a 20% marketshare. Today they have better than an 85% share. Brian predicts wellness preventative care is the new growth area. There's more.> LISTEN 5/22/06
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  132_ How to Be an Ernst & Young
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It started out as a lunch program in Milwaukee 20 years ago, and has evolved, today it is a premeir gala, awarding and honoring entrepreneurs globally says, Mark Siegel, partner of Ernst & Young, Denver office. Melodie Reagan, one of the illustrious judges for the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award for Colorado discusses with Mark what it takes to be chosen as one of the winners. The finals are awarded June 22, 2006.> LISTEN 5/08/06
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 131_ Benefits and Pitfalls of
Working Virtually are Changing
Colorado's employment rate is healthier than the national average ponts out Melodie Reagan, founder of Auromira Executive Advantage. Terminal Service Projects are impacting working virtually especially with the well educated and high-tech workforce in Colorado points out Rina Delmonico, founder of REN Consulting. They also shared the practices to use in order to avoid the pitfalls for hiring as well as the pitfalls when applying for a job.. >LISTEN 5/08/06
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 128_ "Father of Spam" Speaks Out, Tells All on Anniversary
The LA Times said it was akin to 'Opening Pandora's In-Box'. In 1978, Gary Thuerk, now dubbed the Father of Spam, set out to about 600 ARPAnet members (predecessor to today's Internet) an unsolicited eMail selling a product. BTW, every name on this single mailing was listed above the offer as it wasn't a blind copy. Today, there are about 60 Billion emails sent out daily, with more than half SPAM> LISTEN 54/01/06
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 126_ More Peaks than Valleys in the Economic Outlook
There are unknowns and challenges, but the Economic Summit sponsored by Microsoft and promoted by w3w3.com was quite upbeat. Each of the panelists brought up some challenges. Robert McDowell, Microsoft’s VP of Information Worker Business Value moderated and highlighted key points - Competition, Technology, Education, Globalization, Fuel, Customer Engagement and Internet Security. LISTEN. 5/01/06
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 125_Blake, Potter, Suthers, Coombe, Grieve, Tuchman
We got the inside scoop and FREE attendance offer from Bill Hubbell, Microsoft Business Productivity Advisor. A star-studded panel will engage in a dynamic dialog by sharing their perspectives on business issues affecting our region. They include Joe Blake, Jeff Potter, Kevin Grieve, John Suthers, Robert Coombe, and Kenneth Tuchman. LISTEN 4/24/06
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 127_ The Inside vs. Outside Approach to Time
There are time management systems galore. Whether you use a hard copy calendar, electronic version or mostly in the head with a few 'to-do' notes, odds are you are still swamped and some things just simply go undone. Lisa Niederman and Deb Miller of Performance Velocity share a real golden nugget that can make a world of difference in productivity without pressure. LISTEN. 5/01/06
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 124_ "Buyers, Meet the Sellers on Your Terms," Says Kari
Buyers, whether they 'need it now' or are 'comparison shopping', are often forced to spend and inordinate amount of time checking out leads. In May 2006, MarketBuzz.biz is being launched. This powerful and continually updated Resource Guide has categories from Bioscience to Cyber Security, from IT Consultants to Software Specialists, from Telecom to Venture Capital. Ask Kari.> LISTEN 4/24/06
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 117_High-Tech Workforce is Shrinking: Solution on the Way?
Some call it 'sport for the mind'. It is a fantastic tool for exciting the minds of our youth and releasing their technical genius. It teaches teamwork, it inspires, it brings out the best and is summed up as encouraging 'co-opetition' at the highest level. What is it? It's almost impossible to describe, but it started with a dream Dean Kamen called USFIRST.org and is now intrenched in our backyard, ColoradoFIRST.org. Pat and Larry were proud watching the youth take their dreams to new heights. Charlie Clement describes the event, its beginings and how business, government, education and the community are making a difference, changing lives while celebrating our youth. > LISTEN 4/10/06
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 116_Challenges for High-Tech: Is Our Youth Even Interested? 4/10/06
Numerous business leaders have shared their concern with w3w3.com about the lack of interest in high-tech by youth in the age range of 9-14. Their concern grows as they look at the demographics concerning minorities and females. Jenny Golder, ColoradoFIRST Lego League Partner shared that there 70,000 Lego Teams internationally with 80 here in Colorado. For the competition each team receives a Lego Mind Storm micro computer, 2 light sensors, 2 touch and a rotation sensors along with gooey based software. Pat and Larry's eyes swelled when they witnessed what these young people built and accomplished. Business will benefit from this fine organization and hopefully learn something too. > LISTEN 4/10/06 |
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The Market Change and Hiring Challenges > LISTEN 4/3/06
By the year 2010 there will be a labor shortage points out Melodie Reagan, Founder Auromira Executive Advantage. She reveals the most important threee hiring mistakes made by organizations as well as the three most common mistakes made by candidates when applying for a job regardless of field. Statistically, people have ten different jobs in their lifetime Melodie points out.
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 113_PodCasting - The Title Wave Hitting Traditional Media
Business, industry, government and education will all feel the impact of PodCasting says Scott Converse, Founder of ClickCaster. Hundreds of thousands of shows are making their way to the Web, all made easy to download on your portable mp3 player. Every topic imaginable can be heard on a PodCast and ClickCaster is making it easier and more convenient for all of us. > LISTEN 4/3/06 |
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 Are Leaders Born, Chosen or Made? - 6/20/05
What makes a leader? Some say hard work, others say luck and timing. Some say it’s how many times you win, others say it’s how they have overcame challenges. How do they live with the challenges they didn’t overcome? Sanjay Parthasarathy, Microsoft corporate vice president of the Developer & Platform Evangelism Group shares his story and how he has adjusted along the way. LISTEN
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 Building Colorado's 21st Century Technology Workforce Today -
Dick Pankoski, Founder of ColoradoFIRST is happy to have such companies as Lockheed, Ball, CH2M Hill, Hewlett Packard and others supporting another ColoradoFIRST Regional Robotics Competition. Imagine getting a box with about $16,000 worth of hardware and software, without any directions other than letting you know you and your team are to assemble the parts and compete in a tournament.. LISTEN 3/20/2006 Looking for a "Family" event? Fun - Exciting - Competitive - 50 Colorado Teams! Children welcome - No Admission - DU, Ritchie Center, Magness Arena.
Finals Saturday 4/1/06 - 9:00am to 3:00pm. It's quite a show! 3/20/06
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Related Links: Robotics Tournament || ColoradoFIRST Home page ||
Photos 2005 || Checkout the Fun - Video |
You Would be Smart to Use This Planning Calendar 2/20/2006 Finally there is a mechanism to help plan, track a view coming events and conferences. Pat and Larry Nelson announce a new “Save the Dates” Planning Calendar. This will work in concert with the Web Community Calendar and support the quick-to-look-at-dates on both the w3w3.com home page as well as the Weekly Newsletter. Now you can avoid double booking and missing events. LISTEN |
Related Links: Web Community Calendar - Save the Dates Planning Calendar
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You Would be Grateful to Receive Mentoring Like This
Partner at Arrow Investments, Mark Endry believes in the mentoring process. His high-profile tenure at various “large” companies helped him understand the value of mentoring. Mark shares both sides, mentor and mentee. There are specific guidelines and rules for being a super mentor and Mark shares those tips as well being the best mentee. He heads up the TiE Rockies mentor program. LISTEN 2/20/06 |
Related Links: Arrow Investments - w3w3.com Entrepreneurs Channel
TiE Rockies |
 RFID Tags, Real Time and Prison Management 10/21/05 LISTEN
During Colorado Tech Week, the Colorado RFID Alliance hosted a special breakfast program that showcased four successful business cases related to the applications and the ROI. Nolin Renfrow, recently retired Director of Prisons pointed out that the RFID bracelets not only keep a count on inmates in real-time with no blind spots, they also know exactly where every prisoner is.
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 Ambassador of Liechtenstein Checks Out Colorado 10/24/05
...Surrounded by mountains, nurturing a positive entrepreneurial spirit as well as having shared values and principles. That’s how Ambassador of the Principality of Liechtenstein to the US, Claudia Fritsche, described both her country and Colorado. She was in Colorado conducting a preliminary assessment of potential business cooperation between Liechtenstein and Colorado. Read the report in Rocky Mountain News, by Roger Fillion. - LISTEN
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 It's Blogging Party Time for Beginners and Pros 10/3/05 - MORE There are about 20 million blogs, with over 1.5 billion links.All blogs are websites, however few websites are blogs. With this information overload, Larry & Pat Nelson share a few tips that can be invaluable to all Web servers. There's great advice AND an invitation to a Blogging Party hosted by TiE Rockies and w3w3.com on 10/21/05. It's Free, Fun and Fabulous. Blog Links to get you started: Technorati - Feld Thoughts - Newsgator - TypePad
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 Understanding Blogging with Guru Dave Taylor 10/10/05
Fortune 1000 companies, national publications and businesses of all sizes are getting into Blogging. It’s relatively new, and as a result, there is an element of anxiety points out Dave Taylor, President of Intuitive Systems. Dave has authored 20 books, a workshop leader and consultant to business. He explains some important facets and he will be at the Blogging Party. - LISTEN
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 Georgia Republic Media Stars Visit w3w3.com 10/3/05
Ia Meurmishvili, of the State Department escorted three TV celebrities from the Georgia Republic to the w3w3® Media Network Studios. Nana Lezhava, Correspondent and Ancor, Irakli Imnaishvili, Producer and Ancor; and David Gersamia, Chief Director at Public Broadcasting of Georgia were checking out the "new media" at w3w3.com. These pros might see w3w3.com in Georgia. MORE
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 Photonics Innovator of the Year + "Merc" 8/29/05
CDM Optics, a 10-year old company with a technology invented in CU is recognized at a Colorado Photonics Industry Association meeting in Boulder. Specifically, CEO and one of three founders, R.M. “Merc” Mercure was given this special award. The company now has 24 employees and started out on the 3rd floor of what was the Boulder Technology Incubator. LISTEN
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 NanoTechnology – Northern Ireland & CO Collaborate
Nanotechnology will impact the worldwide population. Dr. Robert Brown, director of Nanotec Northern Ireland along with Dr. Louis Hornyak, Ex. Director of the Colorado Nanotech Initiative talk about industrial regeneration, commercial exploitation for wealth creation. 12/6/04 Check out the LifePics Photo Album: NanoTech Breakfast University of Denver |
 Three Critical Steps for Capitalizing on the Future 9/19/05
The steps for building a successful company may vary from one industry to another. However there are not exceptions to the fundamental pieces. It’s not always easy, but Larry Nelson shares the three big keys. Strategies coupled with quarterly tactics are critical. Larry announces the launch of both PodCasting and Blogs on w3w3.com. Put a placeholder on Oct. 17-21, 2005. LISTEN
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 The Start of Electronic Commerce Still Impacting 9/19/05 LISTEN
Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) started during the Berlin Airlift. Before the Internet, companies started to exchange business information and B2B transactions. Donald McCubbrey, Clinical Professor at the Daniels College of Business at DU points out as companies like General Motors demanded that all orders come to them electronically, Gates Rubber and others followed.
Electronic Commerce History and Slovenia 9/226/05 - Have you ever wondered why countries like Slovenia, Singapore and others are so far ahead in their use of B2B Commerce? The history goes back to a time when Paul Rarey of EDI convened a conference in the 1970s about Electronic Data Interchange that was held in Slovenia. Donald McCubbrey shares this history prior to the World Wide Web and the Internet, as we know it. LISTEN Part 2 of 2
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 Colorado Heroes:
In the Face of Katrina 9/6/05
When things are tough, the best step forward. Stories about the Katrina tragedy range from hundreds of bodies to missing people, from chaos and fear in community to an eerie sense of isolation, and transporting 50,000 refugees from New Orleans to Houston. As our own Nurse Kirsten Nelson walks into the thick of it, up steps Kevin Price, President of AccuCode and Nigel Thompson, President of Soft 360, three Colorado heroes. .LISTEN
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Consumer Driven Health Care + Technology 8/29/05  Part 1 of 3
The statistics are staggering and getting worse. Our nation’s health care system, plagued by failing HMOs, out-of-control costs (with all the stakeholders into survival tactics) and everyone is being squeezed. Dr. Stanley Feld points out there are many stakeholders including the untrained patient, providers, doctors and the government. Contact Dr. Feld - He believes the patients can drive “them” into utilization of technology. LISTEN
Healthcare: Can We Fix What is Broken? 9/6/05 Part 2 of 3
Giving patients and other stakeholders incentives for using medication and other medical services judiciously, is a major step to fixing the broken healthcare system in the US. Dr. Stanley Feld suggests that the system that works is the system that makes everyone responsible for how the system works. In this Part 2 of 3, Dr. Feld has some ideas for the 45 million uninsured citizens.LISTEN
 45 Million Uninsured Problems – Dr. Stanley Feld
Is it possible that the patient, physician, insurance industry, government, hospitals and employers could all benefit from a Healthcare overhaul? Dr. Stanley Feld feels strongly it could be with the “power of the patients”. A medical savings account would create a new paradigm of behavior and savings that could benefit all of the stakeholders. This is Part 3 of 3 of Customer Driven Healthcare. 9/12/05 Part 3 of 3 LISTEN
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 In Memory of an IT Pioneer - Charles A. Oriez 9.12.05
His friends called him Charlie. He was never lacking in strong opinions, and was always happy to share them. Charlie is one of those rare people who have gone from good to great. AITP, spam, privacy were only a few of his passions. Charlie is a true IT pioneer and will be missed by all (10/3/52 – 9/7/05). Listen to Charlie Oriez debate with friend and opponent Howard Flomberg about spam.
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 The Political System is Changing + Internet 8/29/05
Unless one has lived in a vacuum this past year, you cannot help but notice how the Internet has impacted politics. It is a major transforming force explains Phil Weiser, Exec. Director, Silicon Flatirons Telecommunications Program. Everyone is concerned about the delivery of information with many issues on the horizon including
Telco regulations, 3rd broadband pipe, wireless, etc. LISTEN
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 Getting Buy-in for VoIP + User Education 8/29/05 DTP Lunch & Learn
TDM and PBX systems have come to terms with flipping over to IP. Chris Johnson, Consulting Systems Engineer for Cisco confirms that initially the migration was due to cost savings and points out that now increased productivity is becoming an important part of the decision mix. User mobility, plug-in call centers and unified messaging are some of the requirements asked for today. LISTEN
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 Sustainability and Surviving are Partners 8/22/05
Have you ever asked someone what he or she meant by sustainability? Allison McGrath (age 12) asked her father Bud McGrath (more than 12) that question while she was interviewing him at the w3w3.com Studios. Bud is the Exec. Director of CEBA/P3, a trade association promoting “business profitability and social responsibility, which are equal and inseparably connected”. LISTEN |
 Your Core Conversation + Profitability 8/15/05
"Start" building your credibility and "Stop" annoying people with your elevator pitch. How do you do that? People typically start talking about everything they do, but what they should do is to develop their "core conversation" to bring clarity around their business and focus on what they really can do. Cindy Rayfield and Allison Taylor, producer of w3w3.com Training Trends discuss how. LISTEN |
 Colorado Economy + CU Tech Transfer 8/15/05
With over $600,000,000 in federal research funding, CU had a very good year. David Allen, Assoc. VP for Technology Transfer (TTO) at CU, points out it's more than the money. Colorado has one of the most intelligent and entrepreneurial clusters in the country. The Proof of Concept program at CU has helped a great deal with this growth. Patents filed per year have doubled since 2001. LISTEN
 Managing Expectations at CU Tech Transfer 8/22/05
CU had a very good 2004 and is expecting a better 2005. David Allen, Assoc. VP for Technology Transfer (TTO) at CU, cites that patents filed by CU have doubled per year since 2001. David discusses managing expectations, relationships, building the pipeline and the broad impact on all. David is proud of his team as well as the extraordinary researchers on the benches of CU.
Part 2. LISTEN
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  Teens for Teens Could Be the Answer 8/08/05
“Teens have a great deal to say, but nobody listens,” says Matt Goad a recent graduate of the University of Denver. Paul Bauer, clinical professor, department of IT and Electronic Commerce introduced Matt to Larry and Pat Nelson when he heard w3w3.com wants to launch a “Teens for Teens” Channel, built for Teens and built by Teens. Teens will learn the entire process. LISTEN |
Verbal + Virtual + Written = Persuasion Skills (FREE Seminar 7/14/05 – Sponsored by w3w3® Passport Develop easy to use communications skills in only 90 minutes that will help you to achieve your goals. This powerful, proven and people-oriented technology was written and developed by Larry Nelson. Act now, as space is limited. Facilitated by Larry Nelson and Allison Taylor 6/27/05 |
 Try Branding Your Business Without a Logo - 6/13/05
Mike & Kate Hamers of LightSpeed Commercial Arts, designs and puts up the great photos taken by Larry & Pat Nelson for the Events Photos page. Mike has designed a number of logos for Larry & Pat over the past 15 years. A "highly decorated" commercial artist, Mike has some tips that will help you get the most out of your logo design. These tips will make a marketing differences. - LISTEN |
 Does the Telecom Industry Have Legs - 6/20/05
The challenges of the last five years are now being met with convergence and consolidation. Some wonder how others can be so passionate about telecom after the “bursting of the bubble”. Gary Gaessler (founder and past president of DTP) and Sue Wyman (current president of DTP and this is her 3rd stint as prez) talk about what’s hot and what to expect in the next 18 months. |
 Try Raising Money Without a Business Plan - 6/13/05
Rod Underhill is a lawyer, author, law professor and a cofounder of the original MP3.com, a Web-based company that within two years became worth more than $2 billion. Rod was a recent keynote speaker at the Rockies Venture Club Annual Colorado Capital Conference. As a co-founder of mp3.com he got to play many roles, including receptionist. He’s now with RideOnTime.com. |
 Caught by the w3w3 Paparazzi (You, too?) 5/30/05
Larry Nelson and his omnipresent camera are at the top events.
Mike & Kate Hamers at LightSpeed Commercial Arts, do a terrific job getting them up at Event Photos and if you want to buy a print you can get 50% off by using discount code - w3w3radio - at checkout from LifePics at w3w3.com/LifePics-Albums.htm
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 Networking Solutions (Identifying, Preparing & Personalizing) - Larry & Pat Nelson are seen everywhere...the Networker's networkers. Larry says that the most common mistake in netowrking involves the omnipresent "Elevator Pitch". That's just what a busy executie wants to hear as they're enjoying their liquid refreshment... "Get me out of here!" 5/30/05
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 Here’s a Twist – CU is a Colorado Profit Center 5/23/05
The University of Colorado contributed over $4 Billion to the state's economy. Jack Burns, VP, Academic Affairs & Research says CU is a world-class institution and researches in many high-tech areas including biosciences, aerospace, nanotech and a full range of emerging technologies, all aimed at developing the workforce.
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 Using Consultants Wisely – 3 Biggest Challenges 5/09/05
Deriving a higher value from your consulting project investments can be quite elusive. Mark Richtermeyer, Founder and Managing Partner, The Spitfire Group says keys to consider are scope, expectation,executive involvement and engagement with the consultant will makeor break the project. Great tips…. LISTEN |
 Reporting on Dad’s Work – Have a Question? 5/16/05
At w3w3.com we want young people to get interested in high-tech careers. We lucked out and corralled Jane Fillion (age 7) and her father Roger (High-tech business reporter for the Rocky Mountain News) and recruited Jane to interview her father. She was a great talk show host and she pulled some unknown facts out of Roger. LISTEN
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 LISTEN Now: The Magic of Robots, Teens and Tons of Creativity — Colorado FIRST recently hosted its Triple Play competition hosted by the University of Denver. Dozens of teams from Colorado and other parts of the country competed with their robots…each built within six weeks. The audience excitement could be compared to a Nuggets game. Dave Lavery chief at NASA's Mars Exploration program keynotes. 4/4/05 LISTEN Now
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 Streaming
Video Evolution Becomes a Revolution 2/28/2005
VIDEO:
Jock
Mirow, co-founder of BroadbandVideo announces a revolutionary
new technology that allows users to publish their own video automatically.
Larry Nelson interviewed Jock. Moments later, via a FireWire connection
to the computer it was uploaded, then encoded and voila, it's on the
Web. Thanks to ItsActive.com.
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 FCC
Chairman Powell Lets it All Hang Out 2/21/2005
Leroy Williams, former OIT secretary and now department of
Labor in CO, introduces FCC Chairman, Michael
Powell and then Phil Weiser, executive director of
the Silicon Flatirons TeleCom program, quizzes Powell. He went head
on about the past & future of telecom…the good, bad and uncomfortable.
LISTEN
Part
1 2/28/05
Phil Weiser Gets Answers from Chairman Powell
FCC Chairman, Michael Powell addresses a number of dicey issues with Phil Weiser, executive director of the Silicon Flatirons TeleCom. "Is it being done for the right reasons or for the right constituencies approval?" 2/28/2005 >>LISTEN Part 2 of 2
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 Rob
Reuteman Reveals the Real Hard Facts 2/21/2005
Rob
Reuteman, business
editor for the Rocky Mountain News talks about the current economy
and what happened leading up to it over the past number of years.
He reveals the signs of the past that were ignored as well as hard
facts and details of where Colorado is headed…positive, but with cautious
optimism.
2/21/2005 LISTEN |
 Nelson Tackles the Ethics Swamp with a Model - LISTEN
The Sarbanes-Oxley Act and Section 404 have brought a great deal of attention to the subject of ethics. The point Larry Nelsonmakes - it's not just a BIG company issue. Small companies and individuals face ethical challenges. We all make mistakes, make promises that don't work out... Here's a model that helps. 6/6/05 |
 Here's
What it Will Take to Make it in Telecom -
LISTEN
If you are wondering, “Does focusing on the fundamentals
work,” wonder no more . Larissa
Herda , CEO of Time
Warner Telecom since 1998, has experienced the telecom roller coaster,
and has stayed the coarse. She shares thoughts on the fundamentals,
disruptive technology and listening to your customers. 2/7/2005
PHOTOS: TiEcon
Opening VIP Reception Feb 2 2005
 Here's
What it Will Take to Make it in High-Tech -
LISTEN
People always underestimate how long it takes people to change.
So states Desh
Deshpande , who was recently ranked as the most successful
VC in the world. People and companies (especially companies with a big
market share) often resist change. Building a business means pain and
it takes perseverance . 2/7/2005
 Here's
What it Will Take to Make it as an Entrepreneur -
Mentoring is one of
the many areas that the TiE organization excels in. Sridar
Iyengar , president of the TiE Global Board of Trustees,
states the TiE was formed as a local (Silicon Valley) organization supporting
about 30 individuals in the Indus community. Little did they know there
would be 42 global chapters with 100 as a goal. 2/7/2005
 What
Does Your Crystal Ball Say About IT in CO?
You have the answers and your input is needed. You invest 10 minutes,
help create a valuable tool and we can all reap the benefits. Ben
Wright, principal at ccintellect along with
other supporting organizations invite you to participate in an anonymous
state-wide scientific
survey. This week only. . 1/31/2005
The
Extraordinary Admiral Truly Retires from NREL
How does he think? What makes him tick? Why did he become and achieve
so many things that most only dream of? Admiral
Richard Truly, fighter pilot, former astronaut, Georgia Tech
student (then leader), and recently retired Director of NREL
shares his story in this “Profile of a Leader” with Larry &
Pat. This was recorded at his NREL office about 2 years ago. 1/24/2005
 Barbara
Drazga Puts on the BunnySlipper Bootcamp
Serial entrepreneur, Barbara
Drazga ,
identifies the key drivers to becoming an entrepreneur. They want freedom,
self-determination and quality of life. One of the biggest difficulties
Barbara points out is, “Cabin fever.” She has many suggestions for entrepreneurs
and offers, webinars, teleclasses & seminars.
2/14/2005
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Offshoring
— Crisis or Opportunity 
The
Beginning of the Internet + Challenges & Dreams
History of Radio Frequency ID + Challenges & Choices
Federal
Reserve Looks at the Deficit + New Insights
Gov.
Lamm and the Brave New World of Heath Care
Caruso
and Boyle Talk About Aerospace Challenges
University
of Denver - More Surprises
Aerospace
Challenge - Employee Shortage
IDIQ
+ SBIR = $25 Million
Doing
Business in the UK + Tips on the Tricks & Traps
Rwanda
Radio 10 Years After Genocide + Challenges
Creative Look at Heath Care + Moral & Ethical Issues
Gov.
Owens Commission on Science & Technology
Homeland
Security – Common Sense - Part 2
Homeland
Security – What Must Be Done
SBIR
& NIH — Fast Track Options 
DU
+ Lessons Learned = Leading Edge
Capitalizing on the Thought Economy Today
QUESTIONS to the HACKER
PHOTOS PLUS
- 
"Lost & Found
Mayor
John Hickenlooper gets corralled by two VCs
