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The writer, O. Dave Allen is a community activist and political commentator

MONTEGO BAY, Jamaica, January 25, 2022 - We the Jamaican people are at risk of becoming slaves again. We are a country with 95% African people. It’s a fact that the majority of the African population is at the bottom of the economic pyramid while the 5% at the apex are the minorities who control the economy. We all know that the economy is the superstructure that determines everything else, we also know that those who control the economy rules the country. It is time for majority rule.

When the Chinese were commandeering the local retail and distributive business, it was of little concern to the traditional moneyed class. Their long held sense of security is now threatened by the fact that the Chinese have cornered the retail business and have accumulated untold millions, buttressed by unaccountable billions of dollars of dubious origin with an insatiable and avaricious appetite of the tiger spreading their tentacles devouring all that is in its path.

There is an insidious war that is being waged by the Chinese business interest that will undermine all and every local Jamaican business. We are not here dealing with the compliant Chinese shopkeepers of yesteryears; but a contrived network, led by the Chinese State to dominate and control the Jamaica economy with Montego Bay as the entry point, bolstered by the powerful Association of Chinese Enterprises in Jamaica (ACEJ), a non-profit organization.

This mega conglomerate is akin to the Dutch East India Company (The Dutch East India Company historically a military-political-economic complex rather than a pure trading or shipping company).

Can you imagine the consequences when the Chinese would have established their own bank and formal financial intermediaries?

Recently China Harbour Engineering Company (CHEC), was awarded the Government of Jamaica funded US$274.5-million Montego Bay Perimeter Road Project, which includes the rehabilitation of Barnett Street and West Green Avenue, as well as the construction of the Long Hill bypass and a drainage study of the Montego Bay bypass area is also to be conducted under the project.

This catalysis project strengthens the presence of the Chinese in Jamaica and serves as beachhead in Montego Bay to supplant the hegemony of the United States of America in Jamaica and make a mockery of the Monroe Doctrine as they pursue endless war at distant shores.

The Montego Bay perimeter road is funded by the Jamaican taxpayers and as such there is no justifiable reason why this contract should have been awarded to any overseas contractors.

The government has a duty not only to provide physical infrastructure but also to effectively use our taxpayer’s money to build our social capital and to strengthen the capacity of our human resource.

We have developers, engineers, contractors and consultants with more than adequate competencies to develop the Montego Bay Development Road. Our local professionals have demonstrated the capacity to execute and manage major projects as exemplified by the work carried out by Jamaican professionals on the Northern Coastal Highway.

In the recent Andrew Holness cabinet reshuffle the Hon. Homer Davis was appointed to head the Office of the Prime Minister West. This is no accident, but a strategic move to ensure the orderly integration of the Chinese into western Jamaica.

Minister Davis and Former Mayor of the City of Montego Bay enjoys more than cordial relationship with the Montego Bay Chinese community with numerous visits to China during his tenure in office. With the support of the Chinese Dr. Horace Chang remains the most powerful member of the Holness’ Cabinet.

While Bishop O’Neil Russell, and others may be disappointed in the reappointment of Dr. Horace Chang as Minister of National Security, they missed the bigger picture that Chang has consolidated his power base with the appointment of his Deputy General Secretary and his protégé Homer Davis as head of OPM West and the ostensible Emissary of the Chinese community, the new power base in Montego Bay.

To those who sing praises of Homer’s appointment, are living in a fool’s paradise. It is not about you, it is about the Chinese work permits and citizenship, building approvals, the clearance of their goods at the wharf and importantly their security. Homer Davis as a conduit who will ensure that the JLP is fully funded to win the next elections.

There will be a seismic shift in business activities back to the old city of Montego Bay. This regeneration started with Harmony Park, the building out of the downtown Montego Bay Waterfront District and soon the regentrification of the urban centre.

Finally, Who gave the Chinese the permit to dump the wetland and mangrove swamp at Reading to construct the multi story, multi family, high end, Chinese enclave. According to the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation the “project will open new areas to the south of Montego Bay for development and expansion, giving access to lands for housing development.”

But will our local developers; Gore, Moe, Azan, WICHON be beneficiaries of the development opportunities.

[email protected]

China's Silk Road to Montego Bay, “Turn Them Back” ! says O Dave Allen (wiredja.com)

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reellebowski · 1 year

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MONDO INVITES YOU TO PEEL BACK THE LAYERS OF THE GLASS ONION SOUNDTRACK ON VINYL

Austin, TX – December 12, 2022 – Mondo, in partnership with Netflix and Cut Narrative Records, is incredibly excited to present the vinyl release of Nathan Johnson's brilliant score to the latest Benoit Blanc mystery GLASS ONION: A KNIVES OUT MYSTERY, debuting on Netflix on December 23.

Audiences who were lucky enough to have seen the film during its special theatrical sneak preview have already discovered that this highly anticipated sequel is nothing short of epic - and much of that is due to the gorgeous, sweeping score by Nathan Johnson. Johnson keeps intact the delicate balance that made KNIVES OUT such a clever score, never undermining the danger that is around every corner, but also brings an intoxicating romanticism to every gorgeous landscape. It’s playful, and sinister all at once.

"This release stands confidently next to previous Nathan Johnson vinyl soundtracks in our catalog,” says Mo Shafeek. “Housed in an appropriately ‘layered’ package featuring prop replicas and easter eggs, this is an essential collectable for fans of Rian Johnson's on-going mystery series."

The package, carefully constructed by Jay Shaw and Mo Shafeek, pays homage to the film's central mystery in multiple ways. Pressed on 2x 140 Gram Crystal Clear vinyl, and housed in a die-cut jacket, with an acrylic o-card, and multiple inserts, the GLASS ONION soundtrack on vinyl will be available for pre-order at MondoShop.com on December 14 at 12pm CT.

In the follow up to Rian Johnson's smash hit Knives Out, Detective Benoit Blanc (Daniel Craig) travels to Greece to peel back the layers of a mystery involving a new cast of colorful suspects. Returning to the franchise he began, Academy Award-nominated filmmaker Rian Johnson writes and directs Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery and assembles another all-star cast that includes a returning Daniel Craig alongside Edward Norton, Janelle Monáe, Kathryn Hahn, Leslie Odom Jr., Jessica Henwick, Madelyn Cline with Kate Hudson and Dave Bautista.

When Rian began writing Knives Out, he asked Nathan to create a unique sonic palette for the world inhabited by debonair detective, Benoit Blanc. Inspired by murder mysteries of a bygone era, Nathan turned to slippery woodwinds, dissonant pianos and eventually the jagged string quartet that would go on to become the film’s audio signature while simultaneously redefining the sound of the modern mystery.

GLASS ONION - Original Motion Picture Soundtrack 2XLP

Music by Nathan Johnson.

Package design by Jay Shaw and Mo Shafeek.

Pressed on 2x 140 Gram Crystal Clear vinyl.

$50

Tracklisting

SIDE A

1. Theme from Glass Onion

2. The Puzzle Box

3. Andi’s Theme

4. An Anonymous Invitation

5. Ground Rules

6. Ms. Birdie Jay

7. The Infraction Point

8. Dinner is Served

9. This is Not a Game

10. The Scene of the Crime

SIDE B

1. Trapped

2. Lights Out!

3. Time to Finish This

4. Blanc’s Plan

SIDE C

1. Snoop

2. Motive & Opportunity

3. Something’s Off

4. Perjury

5. Ransacking

6. A.B.

SIDE D

1. The Center of the Onion

2. Peeled Back

3. You’ve Got Nothing

4. Glass Onion String Quartet in Bb Minor

5. Burnt

6. Disruption

7. Theme from Glass Onion (Revisited)

Visit the Mondo official site & social handles for more information:

Website: MondoShop.com

Twitter: Twitter.com/MondoNews

Facebook: Facebook.com/MondoTees

Instagram: Instagram.com/MondoNews

About Mondo

Mondo is an expanding enterprise with a passionate love of film, art, music and pop culture, best known for creating limited-edition posters, vinyl soundtracks, premium collectibles and games. Based in Austin, Texas, the team collaborates with an international network of talented artists and creators to produce the highest quality products inspired by licensed properties and original IPs. Over the last decade, Mondo has partnered with leading entertainment brands along with dozens of independent studios and filmmakers from around the world. Find out more at mondoshop.com

#daniel craig #glass onion #rian johnson #dave bautista #movie #movies #movie soundtrack #mondo #record #music

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sgisdinclusion · 2 months

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International Women’s Day is March 8

March 8 is International Women’s Day. On International Women’s Day, we celebrate the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women globally. International Women’s Day reminds us to address gender inequalities and advocate for women’s rights.

This year, we highlight the important work of three students from the UMass Boston School for Global Inclusion and Social Development who are working to promote a more inclusive and equitable world for women and people of all genders around the world.

The following blog posts were written by Shymaa Bedaiwy Allam, Odgerel Dashzeveg, Shahrzad Sajadi, and Joy Chrysyl L. Solon.

“A Women, Helping Women Help Women”: Women’s Financial Inclusion in Egypt

By: Shymaa Bedaiwy Allam

Shymaa speaking at a financial empowerment for women and youth session at the Arab Savings and Financial Literacy Conference in Cairo, October 2023.

I focus my research on the impact of financial inclusion and microfinance on women’s empowerment. Microfinance came into the spotlight worldwide as one of the most debated development tools right after Muhammed Yunus was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2006. Most of the debate around microfinance focuses on the impact of extending these financial services to people who experience poverty and whether microfinance services have helped people out of poverty.

My research highlights the uniqueness of microfinance staffing and the critical role microfinance staff play in extending microfinance services to those who experience poverty. I seek to answer questions like, what is the impact of loan officers on microfinance's mission? With microfinance being first introduced to women, it is meaningful to focus on the role of women loan officers on helping their women clients. Women loan officers also must navigate the assumption that women are better lenders than men. I also address the impact of microfinance regulations on empowering women in Egypt. I aim to map the challenges and opportunities for women within the microfinance market to prevent over-indebtedness and other potential harm to women entrepreneurs.

I was the first woman microfinance regulator in Egypt. I have previously worked as the financial inclusion programme manager with UN Women, and as a policy development specialist at a US Agency for International Development (USAID)-funded activity on Micro-Enterprise Finance (EMF). I have also coordinated many of Sanabel’s regional projects (the Microfinance Network for Arab countries). I am now pursuing Doctorate studies at the University of Massachusetts Boston in the field of Global Inclusion and Social Development.

I hope to continue working as an expert in poverty alleviation issues for women. I want to continue analyzing the impact of economic policies on the welfare of women. I wish to do this as a university staff member, so that I also have the opportunity to teach the next generation. In my words, I am “a woman, helping women help women.”

Contact Shymaa by email for more information about her work: [email protected]

Celebration of International Women’s Day in Mongolia

By: Oge Dashzeveg

Traditional Naadam festival celebrated July 11–13, 2022 in Mongolia, Photo Credit: Odgerel Dashzeveg

Mongolia is one of the many countries that celebrate International Women's Day on March 8 as an official public holiday. This tradition dates back to the socialist era when women's suffrage as working mothers was celebrated and rewarded. Socialism promoted working mothers through education, work, and care. In return, women were committed to contributing to the communist production of the economy equally to men and the reproduction of the workforce within their full ability as mothers. This holiday is celebrated as Mother's Day in both public and private spheres.

In post-socialist Mongolia, this public holiday still holds the legacy of Mother's Day but is celebrated more as a Women's Day. Since transitioning from a planned economy communist system to a democratized market capitalism, the contact between the state and women has changed. The state still provides limited care for women, but education and work shifted to the invisible hands of market regulation. The state continues to celebrate women's motherhood by holding mass public events and awarding women who have given birth to four or more children.

On the flip side, women are fighting for their de-facto rights, urging the state to understand the reality women have been dealing with since the transition. The unintended consequences of failing economies have trapped many women in extended unemployment, underemployment, and poverty. This exacerbates their socioeconomic vulnerability, making them more susceptible to social and domestic abuse and discrimination.

Today, the younger generation of women is becoming the voice for all, advocating for generational gender equality in politics, inclusive access to economic opportunities, reducing the motherhood penalty, and promoting welfare mothers' transition to decent and flexible work.

Contact Oge by email for more information about her work: [email protected]

Memoir Writing Workshops with Syrian Refugee Women and Girls

By: Shahrzad Sajadi

Laundry on lines outside the informal settlement camps in the Bekaa Valley of Lebanon, Photo credit: Naoki Tokyo.

After conducting a series of workshops with Syrian refugee youth and needs assessment studies with other experts in the field around the rise in the rates of child marriages in the region, my colleague Dr. Valerie Karr and I ran a series of empathy-focused memoir writing workshops with seven Syrian refugee women and girls in the Bekaa Valley of Lebanon. The stories that emerged from these workshops tell the tale of loss and pain as well as empowerment and tremendous strength. These workshops were facilitated by our local partner, Nahida Nusair who met with the women on a weekly basis and kept in contact with them even after the workshops were over.

Here is an excerpt from one of the stories of the young women:

I am one of the women who decided their fate with their own hands. I decided to be one of the married young girls. I thought marriage was a white dress, pretty jewelry, a big party, dancing, and singing. And I thought that every day would be better than the one before. And I used to think that my husband would love me so much and would take care of me and give me everything I asked for, whatever I wanted would be ready in front of me and that he would take me every day to a place, and we would be very happy. Do you think this is what marriage is? I did."

Contact Shahrzad by email for more information about her work:

[email protected]

The Impact of Typhoon Yolanda and Climate Change on Women in Philippines

By: Joy Chrysyl Llido Solon

Joy Solon with a view of San Miguel de Allende, Mexico in the background.

The changing climate has caused an increase in extreme natural disasters. Typhoon Yolanda, one of the most destructive typhoons ever, made landfall through central and southern Philippines on November 8, 2013. Over 150,000 families were evacuated, and 6,300 lives were lost[1]. As a PhD student in the School of Global Inclusion and Social Development, my primary research project centers on the climate justice movement for the loss of life and damages caused by Typhoon Yolanda.

Climate change has a disproportionate impact on vulnerable communities of the global majority. In the aftermath of natural disasters, women and young girls living in poverty become vulnerable and are placed in harmful situations, including early marriage, human trafficking, and sexual exploitation[2]. Women are harshly affected by climate change and natural disasters because of the inequities brought forth by gendered social roles, cultural norms, social marginalization, discrimination, and poverty[3],[4]. Additionally, the masculinity of climate change discourse results in masculinist ideologies, policies, and solutions. This leaves the vulnerabilities of women behind and out of the decision-making process3,[5]. Therefore, the climate justice social movement must establish a women’s rights framework and include a focus on gender inequalities.

I hope to include women-led grassroots networks, climate justice activists, and members and leaders of the community affected by the typhoon as participants in my research. I intend to offer a feminist critique of climate justice that will promote authentic advocacy of women and girls.

Contact Joy by email for more information about her work: [email protected]

Joy Solon’s Citations:

[1] Del Rosario, E. D. National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council. (2015). Final Report: Effects of Typhoon “Yolanda” (Haiyan).

[2] Elago, S. (2021, March 17). Let’s talk about the state of Filipino women amid a climate emergency. ASEAN Parliamentarians for Human Rights. https://aseanmp.org/2021/03/17/lets-talk-about-the-state-of-filipino-women-amid-a-climate-emergency/

[3] Gaard, G. (2015). Ecofeminism and climate change. Women’s Studies International Forum, 49, 20-33. DOI: 10.1016/j.wsif.2015.02.004

[4] Seck, S. L. (2017). Revisiting transnational corporations and extractive industries: climate justice, feminism, and state sovereignty. Transnational Law and Contemporary Problems, 26(2), 383-414.

[5] Feng, J. L. (2022). Toward queer climate justice (Publication No. 29254739) [Doctoral dissertation, University of California Santa Barbara]. ProQuest Dissertation or Thesis.

Additional Resources to Explore:

Publications by Shymaa Bedaiwy Allam

"An evaluation of Egyptian Microfinance Laws and Regulations preventing client overindebtedness of women”, The Journal of International Development.

“Regulating Microfinance for Socioeconomic Security”, Book Chapter: Regulating Human Rights, Social Security, and Socio-Economic Structures in a Global Perspective. IGI Global

“Proceed with caution — Protecting the economic well-being of women using Microfinance”, Book Chapter: “Transforming Economies Through Microfinance in Developing Nations”. IGI Global

#InspireInclusion #school for global inclusion and social development #school for global inclusion #school for global inclusion and social development #sgisd #umass boston #International Womens Day

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Champion for Small Biz Appointed: Shirley Cooper OBE

In a significant move to bolster the interests of small businesses within the governmental framework, Shirley Cooper OBE has assumed the role of Crown Representative for small businesses. This appointment heralds a new era of advocacy and support for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the UK, especially in navigating the opportunities presented by the newly implemented Procurement Act.

A New Advocate for SMEs

Pioneering Change and Opportunity Shirley Cooper, with her rich background in procurement and supply chain management, met with Parliamentary Secretary Alex Burghart to outline the roadmap for her tenure. Their discussions revolved around ensuring that the Procurement Act, coming into effect in October, fully benefits startups and small businesses through simplified processes and improved access to government contracts. Building on a Legacy Cooper aims to continue the groundbreaking work of her predecessor, Martin Traynor OBE, particularly in leveraging the reforms introduced by the Procurement Act 2023. Her mission is to ensure that SMEs not only have enhanced opportunities to work with the government but also contribute to achieving the best value in public procurement.

Strengthening Government-SME Relationships

Record SME Engagement Under Cooper's leadership, the government seeks to increase its engagement with SMEs, building on the record £21.0 billion worth of work awarded to them in 2021/2022. With the government's annual procurement spend at around £300 billion, there is substantial scope for SMEs to gain from this vast market. Advocacy and Promotion Cooper's role transcends the operational aspects of procurement; she will be a vocal advocate for small businesses, promoting their agenda within and outside the government. Her extensive experience in both the private and public sectors positions her well to bridge the gap between government procurement practices and the needs of SMEs.

A Critical Juncture for Small Businesses

Leveraging the Procurement Act The Procurement Act's reforms, poised to dismantle barriers for small businesses vying for government contracts, come at a critical time. Cooper's appointment is timely, ensuring that SMEs are well-equipped to navigate the new procurement landscape and capitalize on the opportunities it presents. A Diverse Background of Leadership Shirley Cooper's career spans significant achievements and leadership roles across sectors, including co-founding the award-winning start-up law firm Tapestry and serving as a global procurement director. Her commitment to economic development and social impact, coupled with her accolades for services to women’s empowerment and equality, underscores her dedication to fostering inclusive growth.

Looking Ahead

A Strategic Vision for SME Empowerment As Cooper embarks on her journey as Crown Representative, her strategic vision for SME empowerment is clear. Working closely with the Cabinet Office’s Small Business Advisory Panel, departments, suppliers, and trade bodies, she aims to level the playing field for small businesses, startups, and social enterprises. Her role is pivotal in ensuring these entities can compete for and win more government contracts, marking a significant step forward in the UK's commitment to fostering a vibrant, inclusive economy.

Conclusion

Shirley Cooper OBE's appointment as the Crown Representative for small businesses opens up new avenues for SMEs to thrive in the UK's governmental procurement ecosystem. With a focus on maximizing the benefits of the Procurement Act, Cooper is set to champion the cause of small businesses, ensuring they have a strong voice and fair opportunities in competing for government contracts. Sources: THX News & Cabinet Office. Read the full article

#CrownRepresentativesmallbusinesses #thxnews #smallbusinesses

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dmarketic · 3 months

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Best Social Media Marketing Agency in Dubai

In the bustling landscape of Dubai’s digital marketing scene, Dmarketic stands out as a force to be reckoned with. This award-winning agency has carved a niche for itself, specializing in crafting and executing impactful social media strategies that drive results for businesses across various industries.

Data-driven approach: Dmarketic doesn’t just jump on trends; it leverages data and analytics to understand your target audience, their behavior, and the competitive landscape. This data-backed approach ensures your social media campaigns are laser-focused and deliver maximum impact.

Creative storytelling: Dmarketic understands that social media is about more than just pushing products. They excel at crafting engaging narratives that resonate with your audience, building brand awareness, and fostering loyalty.

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Scalability and flexibility: Whether you’re a small startup or a large enterprise, Dmarketic can tailor their solutions to your specific needs and budget.

Multilingual capabilities: Operating in a diverse market like Dubai, Dmarketic understands the importance of multilingual communication. They can create content and manage campaigns in multiple languages to effectively reach your target audience.

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But don’t just take our word for it. Dmarketic has a proven track record of success, with numerous awards and accolades under their belt, including:

Dubai Lynx Awards: Bronze Award for Social Media Campaign (2023)

MENA Stevie Awards: Gold Award for Social Media Campaign (2022)

MENA Digital Awards: Silver Award for Best Social Media Agency (2021)

Ready to take your social media presence to the next level? Dmarketic is definitely worth considering. Contact them today for a consultation and see how they can help you achieve your social media goals.

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baliportalnews · 5 months

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Dirut PLN Kembali Dinobatkan Jadi CEO Of The Year

BALIPORTALNEWS.COM, JAKARTA - Direktur Utama PT PLN (Persero), Darmawan Prasodjo kembali dinobatkan sebagai CEO of The Year dalam dua tahun berturut-turut. Penghargaan ini diberikan atas kepemimpinannya dalam melakukan transformasi secara konsisten dan berkelanjutan di tubuh PLN melalui digitalisasi dan terobosan di berbagai bidang yang berdampak positif bagi sektor energi di Indonesia. Termasuk meningkatkan pertumbuhan bisnis PLN dan kepuasan pelanggan. PLN juga mendapat penghargaan Best ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) Campaign in Energy Sector. Penghargaan ini diberikan kepada PLN atas komitmen korporasi dalam inisiatif transisi energi dan menjalankan proses bisnis yang mempertimbangkan aspek lingkungan, sosial, dan tata kelola yang baik. Penghargaan diserahkan oleh Jaksa Agung, ST Burhanuddin dan Chairman CT Corp., Chairul Tanjung kepada Direktur Utama PLN, Darmawan Prasodjo, disaksikan oleh Menteri Badan Usaha Milik Negara (BUMN), Erick Thohir serta Menteri Komunikasi dan Informatika Budi Arie Setiadi dalam Ajang CNBC Indonesia Awards 2023 di Jakarta, Rabu (13/12/2023). Menteri BUMN Erick Thohir yang juga meraih penghargaan Best Leader for State Owned Enterprise Transformation mengatakan, para pemimpin perusahaan BUMN memiliki talenta yang baik, sehingga transformasi yang dilakukan di BUMN dapat berdampak langsung terhadap masyarakat. “Transformasi di BUMN tidak mungkin terjadi kalau kita tidak punya talenta yang bagus. Tadi seperti disaksikan, pimpinan di BUMN mendapat penghargaan karena punya talenta yang baik,” ujar Erick. Pada kesempatan tersebut, Direktur Utama PLN, Darmawan Prasodjo mengucapkan terima kasih atas dua penghargaan yang diberikan dalam ajang tersebut. Penghargaan bisa didapatkan berkat arahan yang diberikan oleh Menteri BUMN dan kerja keras seluruh insan PLN dalam melakukan transformasi dalam proses bisnis, sekaligus melakukan transisi energi. “Penghargaan berhasil diraih berkat arahan dari Menteri BUMN, Bapak Erick Thohir dan kerja keras seluruh insan di PLN dalam meningkatkan pelayanan pelanggan,” ungkap Darmawan. Ia menambahkan dalam tiga tahun terakhir PLN melakukan transformasi melalui digitalisasi proses bisnis secara end to end. Mengubah proses bisnis yang tadinya statis dan backward looking diubah menjadi dinamis dan forward looking. PLN melakukan digitalisasi pembangkit, transmisi, distribusi, pelayanan pelanggan, perencanaan hingga pengelolaan keuangan, yang membuat perusahaan semakin efisien dan kokoh. “Kami berhasil membangun sistem operasi kelistrikan paling aman dan andal, serta memastikan financial sustainability yang jauh lebih sehat. Transformasi ini juga mengubah layanan PLN menjadi sangat responsif, memuaskan, dan berkeadilan. Salah satu hasilnya adalah lahirnya aplikasi New PLN Mobile yang mampu memberikan kepuasan dan pengalaman positif dari pelanggan,” ungkap Darmawan. Saat ini aplikasi PLN Mobile sudah diunduh oleh hampir 45 juta pengguna dengan rating kepuasan pengguna mencapai 4,9 dari skala 5. Selain itu, Darmawan mengungkapkan, beberapa tahun lalu ketika banyak perusahaan bertumbangan karena pandemi covid-19, PLN justru berhasil meraih kinerja keuangan terbaik sepanjang sejarah dua tahun berturut-turut yaitu sebesar Rp 13,2 triliun pada tahun 2021 dan Rp 14,4 triliun pada tahun 2022. “Transformasi ini membuat kami bisa mempersembahkan kinerja terbaik sepanjang sejarah bagi Indonesia,” katanya. Darmawan juga memimpin restrukturisasi organisasi melalui holding subholding. PLN melakukan penataan di seluruh proses bisnis menjadi streamline, mengubah kultur organisasi dari bureaucratic like menjadi business like. Aset PLN yang sebelumnya terfragmentasi, menjadi terintegrasi. Pemanfaatan infrastruktur yang sebelumnya hanya untuk layanan kelistrikan, kini bisa dikembangkan menjadi layanan bisnis beyond kWh (di luar kelistrikan) berbasis masa depan sehingga tercipta value creation bagi perusahaan. “Dengan restrukturisasi, PLN jadi lebih trengginas. Kami kini memiliki subholding yang terbesar di Asia Tenggara. Selanjutnya, kami siap melakukan ekspansi ke tingkat global,” tambah Darmawan. Selain bertransformasi, PLN di bawah navigasi Darmawan juga melakukan transisi energi dalam menghadapi pemanasan bumi. PLN berhasil menyusun Rencana Usaha Penyediaan Tenaga Listrik (RUPTL) yang terhijau dalam sejarah Indonesia. "Kalau business as usual, emisi gas rumah kaca dari sektor energi akan meningkat menjadi 1 miliar ton di tahun 2060. Namun dengan peta jalan yang telah disusun dan upaya yang kami lakukan, kami optimis Net Zero Emissions (NZE) akan tercapai tahun 2060,” kata Darmawan. Menurutnya, PLN tidak bisa melakukan transisi energi ini sendirian. Satu-satunya cara ialah melakukan kolaborasi, mulai dari teknologi hingga pembiayaan. Di bawah kepemimpinan Darmawan, PLN berhasil menggalang kolaborasi komunitas global untuk mulai dari perusahaan, perbankan hingga lembaga internasional. Seperti International Energy Agency (IEA), Just Energy Transition Partnership (JETP), Asian Development Bank (ADB), Asian Infrastucture Investment Bank (AIIB), dan lainnya. "Kolaborasi transisi energi sangat penting dilakukan Indonesia untuk tetap menjaga momentum pertumbuhan ekonomi yang pesat saat ini. Tujuannya, adalah untuk menyediakan energi yang ramah lingkungan dan terjangkau," ucap Darmawan. Dengan leadership yang kuat dari Darmawan, transisi energi yang dilakukan PLN akan membuka peluang untuk membangun kapasitas nasional, menciptakan lebih banyak lapangan kerja, memberikan kesejahteraan bagi masyarakat, mengentaskan kemiskinan dan pada saat yang sama juga menjaga kelestarian lingkungan. Darmawan juga mendorong pengembangan kompetensi sumber daya manusia (SDM) dalam menjawab tantangan transisi energi. Dirinya menilai, SDM yang lincah dan adaptif menjadi kunci perusahaan untuk terus bertransformasi menjadi perusahaan bertaraf global hingga berkontribusi besar dalam mewujudkan NZE pada 2060. “Transisi energi memerlukan DNA baru di tubuh pegawai PLN. Dimana sebelumnya pegawai PLN memiliki pengetahuan dan kapasitas mengenai pembangkit listrik berbasis fosil, kini dikembangkan sehingga menguasai kompetensi pembangkit EBT,” jelas Darmawan. Dirinya menegaskan transisi energi ini dilakukan bukan hanya karena adanya perjanjian internasional, tetapi juga untuk memastikan generasi mendatang harus mendapatkan kehidupan yang lebih baik daripada generasi saat ini. “Dulu PLN hanya bertugas menyediakan listrik, tetapi kini tugas PLN juga untuk mendinginkan bumi dan menjaga lingkungan,” tutup Darmawan.(bpn) Read the full article

#BaliPortalNews #BUMN #NewPLNMobile #PLN

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fmi1545 · 10 months

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Event Management Software Market 2022 | Present Scenario and Growth Prospects 2032

As per the report published by FMI, the global event management software market is projected to have a rapid-paced CAGR of 14.1% during the forecast period. The current valuation of the market is US$ 7.75 billion in 2022. The market value of the cream cheese market is anticipated to reach a high of US$ 28.98 billion by the year 2032.

The event management software market is gaining rapid traction due to the growing need for event management solutions over the past few years due to the substantial increase in the number of gaming, entertainment, and sports events. Streamlining management is the key focus of the firms in this market.

According to the findings published by Billboard in June 2018, around 800 music fests are hosted in the U.S. alone, and these events attract over 32 million attendees. The need for efficient management of all such events has been driving the adoption of event management software across the region.

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FMI has analyzed that the majority of organizations are using events as a key strategy for launching new products or celebrating various events related to internal achievements and annual award ceremonies to name a few. Furthermore, corporate events are also a preferred mode for promoting a company or brand, or a product or service.

Organizations generally spend one-third of the company’s budget on events as these events could lead to an increase in sales and produce leads for future revenue generation or business. Hence, the event management software market is gaining traction during the forecast period.

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The United States holds the highest share of the event management software market. In 2022, North America is anticipated to capture 45.0% of the global event management software market.

The Asia Pacific is likely to increase rapidly over the forecast period. Rising urbanization and the presence of established players boost regional demand for event management software.

From 2022 to 2032, the on-premise deployment category is expected to dominate the event management software market.

The Entertainment and Corporate Event Planner Segment recorded a high of 34.0% in the base year and is likely to account for the highest shares during the forecast period.

Small and Medium Sized Enterprises are expected to dominate the market based on organization size.

“Enterprises are having an increase in the budget for organization of elaborate events, which is producing more leads for revenue generation and creating lucrative opportunities for manufacturers in the event management software market.” – FMI Analyst

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Competition Landscape in the Event Management Software Market

Leading industry companies are expected to concentrate on expanding their operations in Germany due to the increased adoption of event management software in this region. Significant market players are anticipated to invest in R&D initiatives for improvising the software and providing cost-effective solutions to end-users and maintaining their competitiveness during the forecast period.

Cvent Inc., InEvent, Inc. Ungerboeck, Eventzilla are some key players in the combat boot market.

Recent Developments in the Event Management Software Market:

In February 2020, Certain, Inc., a provider of event automation software, partnered with EventOPS, a provider of strategic meeting management software.

In November 2020, Eventbrite announced the acquisition of ToneDen, a self-service social marketing platform. The acquisition was aimed at enabling creators to attract more audiences.

Key Segments in the Event Management Software Market

By Deployment:

Cloud

On-premise

By Enterprise Size:

Small & Medium Enterprises (SMEs)

Large Enterprises

By End User:

Event Management Companies

Travel & Hospitality Companies

Corporates

Government

Academic Institution

Others

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Liquor Confectionery Market Outlook by Industry Growth, Future Trends, Analysis by Type, Application and Business Opportunities to 2032

In 2022, the liquor-flavored market confections is anticipated to reach US$ 580 million. By 2032, the market is expected to reach US$ 981.4 Mn thanks to demand that is expected to grow at a 5.4% CAGR.

New product launches with different flavoured chocolates, candies and gums are anticipated to positively influence the growth of the market. For instance, Abtey has introduced a new range of products that are prepared from refined alcohol and ganache centres.

The four new variants of coulis including ganache and Cointreau jelly, ganache and rum jelly, mousse and kirsch jelly, and ganache and strawberry jelly. Such developments are expected to create opportunities for growth in the market.

Further, increasing demand for premium liquor chocolates for gifting purposes and for serving as desserts at social gatherings is anticipated to drive the market in the forthcoming years.

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In addition to this, due to growing preference for online retail, manufacturers are launching their products at online retail channels to gain a competitive edge. This has also resulted in high availability of liquor confectionery in various developing countries, thereby augmenting the growth in the market.

“Growing preference for premium liquor-based chocolates across the globe, along with surging demand for liquor cocktail gummies will continue steering the growth in the market over the forecast period,” says an FMI analyst.

Global Liquor Confectionery Market by Category

By Product Type:

Candies

Gums

Chocolates

By Distribution Channel:

Direct

Indirect

Hypermarkets/Supermarkets

Convenience Stores

Specialty Stores

Independent Retailers

Online Retailers

Key Takeaways:

Germany is projected to dominate the Europe liquor confectionery market. Total demand in Europe will account for 30% of the global market share in 2022.

The U.S. will hold nearly 80% of the North America liquor confectionery market over the forecast period.

By product type, chocolate liquor confectionery is expected to account for the maximum market value share of the global market in 2022.

In terms of distribution channels, sales in the indirect segment are forecast to remain high over the assessment period.

Competitive Landscape

Leading players operating in the liquor confectionery market are investing in mergers, acquisitions, and collaborations to expand theior grographical footprint. They are also focusing on promotional strategies to advertise their products on social media channels to improve sales. Key Companies Profiled are:

Hershey’s

Ferrero SpA

Mondelez International

Toms Gruppen

Liqueur Fills

Abtey Chocolate Factory

Neuhaus

Mars

Brookside

Booz Drops

The report covers exhaustive analysis on:

What is the current liquor confectionery market value?

At what rate is the liquor confectionery market expected to grow?

What strategies are adopted by the market players in the liquor confectionery market?

What is the share of the top 10 companies in the liquor confectionery market?

Which are the major countries driving demand for liquor confectionery?

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Best Digital Marketing Company in Pune and Bangalore

Pune and Bangalore , cities known for its artistic prowess and rich cultural past, has emerged as a key location for digital marketing. Several businesses that provide a broad range of digital marketing solutions have popped up in the city as a result of the rising demand for digital marketing services.

The organisations in Pune and Bangalore have the know-how to deliver cutting-edge and successful digital marketing strategies for enterprises of all sizes. These strategies range from search engine optimization (SEO) to pay-per-click (PPC) advertising, social media marketing, content marketing, and email marketing.

The businesses in Pune and Bangalore have a staff of skilled specialists who employ cutting-edge tools and creative approaches to give their customers personalised solutions. These digital marketing firms in Kolkata can assist you in achieving your digital marketing objectives and fostering online expansion for your company, regardless of how big or little it is.

Top digital marketing companies in pune

WebHopers

A full-service digital marketing company, WebHopers provides a variety of services to support businesses in achieving their online marketing objectives. This organisation offers a team of professionals committed to assisting businesses to succeed online, from website design and development to search engine optimization and social media marketing.

2. W3bmasters

W3bmasters is a digital marketing company that provides a variety of services to assist companies in connecting with their target market and achieving their online marketing objectives. This organisation, which focuses on search engine optimization, pay-per-click marketing, and social media marketing, has the know-how to assist companies in boosting website traffic and online visibility.

Best digital marketing company in Bangalore

Digital Growth Hackers

Growth Hackers Digital is the Best digital marketing company in Bangalore. Its name is largely known for its creative output. Return on investment (ROI), targeted acquisition, retention, and brand promotion are Growth Hackers Digital’s top priorities.

It has aided organisations in attaining rapid, scalable, and growth that focuses on outcomes by carrying out and putting into practise results-oriented activities. It is also the reason why several startups, well-known brands, and multinational corporations have had early and continuous success on a global scale.

Growth Hackers Digital has won a number of awards, including The Best Digital Agency in India in 2020, The Most Promising Marketing Agency, and The Best Advertising and Marketing Business in India in 2021.

2. Dentsu Webchutney

Dentsu Webchutney is a popular creative agency in India. In 1999, a digital studio was established in Bengaluru, Mumbai, and Gurgaon to participate in the internet revolution. It currently employs 200 people and is focused on developing future brands.

Dentsu Webchutney manages mandates for IKEA, Google, Flipkart, Uber, Swiggy, and a slew of other innovative companies. In 2019, we were named the country agency of the year, the Campaign South Asia Digital Agency of the Year, and the ET Brand Equity Agency of the Year, bringing home 20 Spikes Asia medals and six Cannes Lions. At the One Show 2022, Dentsu Webchutney won Best of Discipline in Radio & Audio for "The Unfiltered History Tour."

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The 2022 HARVEY CHUTE CIBAs Short List for Business and Enterprise Non-fiction

The 2022 Harvey Chute Book Awards Long List for Business and Finance Non-Fiction Division! Check these out while planning your future!

The HARVEY CHUTE Book Awards recognize emerging talent and outstanding works in the genre of Business and Enterprise Non-fiction. The Harvey Chute Book Awards is a genre division of the Chanticleer International Book Awards (The CIBAs). Chanticleer International Book Awards is looking for the best books featuring motivational, strategy, technology guides, social media, finance, investing & money,…

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You should totally use outgrow for your business

Congratulations to the No. 1 B2B Tech Company in New York for 2018-present! It's impressive to see the recognition and accolades this company has received, including being named the Enterprise Feedback Management Leader by G2 in Summer 2022, the Content Creation Leader by G2 in Summer 2022, the Pop-Up Builder Leader by G2 in Summer 2022, the Lead Capture Leader by G2 in Summer 2022, the Personalization Leader by G2 in Summer 2022, the No-Code Development Platforms Leader by G2 in Summer 2022, and the Rapid Application Development (RAD) Leader by G2 in Summer 2022.

In addition, this company has also been named a Market Leader by G2 Crowd from 2017-present and was recognized as the fastest growing app on Hubspot in Q1 2019. The company's Outgrow Chatbots were also recognized as the #1 and #4 Product of the Day on ProductHunt, and the company was ranked #2 for online marketing on Trustpilot.

Furthermore, this company has received recognition from Forbes as a 30 Under 30 and was named the #1 Survey Software in the 2021 Gartner Digital Markets Report. It was also ranked #2 as the Customer Satisfaction Survey Tool to Gather Feedback and was named the Best Turnkey Digital Health Services Provider in 2021.

This company has also received recognition as the Most Innovative Marketing Tech at the CMO Midmarket Boardroom Events conference and received the Best Innovation award at the Social Tools Summit. In addition, the company's content marketing has been recognized for having the best ROI, best implementation, and being the easiest to do business with. The company's marketing software has also been recognized as the most usable and the #1 content marketing software that is also the easiest to use.

Finally, the company has received the Siftery Best Vendor Award for Content Marketing in 2018 and has been named as one of the Top 10 eCommerce Products of all time on ProductHunt. It's clear that this company has made a significant impact in the tech and marketing industry and continues to be a leader in its field

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Herbalife Vietnam receives the Company Social Duty Award 2022 Herbalife Diet turns into a companion sponsor of AFF Mitsubishi Electrical Cup for the second time in a row Herbalife Diet celebrates its 13-year journey in Vietnam The AMCHAM (American Chamber of Commerce) CSR Award in Hanoi goals to acknowledge companies with one of the best CSR packages in Vietnam. Coming into its seventh 12 months, the AMCHAM CSR Awards program goals to acknowledge AMCHAM member firms which are all the time group and society oriented, conducting enterprise actions in a method that creates financial and social values. Fortress. Herbalife Vietnam has actively applied many group assist actions through the years. The corporate is implementing 7 Casa Herbalife Vietnam Packages offering every day wholesome meals to greater than 1,100 deprived kids at Dong Tam Social Safety Middle, Binh Dinh; Nursery Home Huong Duong, Hau Giang; Xa Dan Secondary Faculty, Hanoi; Ho Chi Minh Metropolis Ladies's Charity Affiliation (WOCA); Social Work Middle of Nghe An Province; Viet Tri Middle for the Safety of Disabled and Orphaned Kids, Phu Tho; Nguyen Dinh Chieu Secondary Faculty, Hanoi. The corporate additionally cooperated with the Nationwide Institute of Hematology and Blood Transfusion to prepare Voluntary Blood Donation Day program at Herbalife Vietnam workplace...

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Fighting For Justice For Residents Of Western And Central Ma

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Legal assist schemes were established, because it was assumed that the state had a duty to assist those engaged in legal disputes, but they initially targeted totally on household regulation and divorce. Legal aid has a close relationship with the welfare state, and the provision of legal aid by a state is influenced by attitudes towards welfare. Legal aid is a welfare provision by the state to individuals who may otherwise not afford counsel from the legal system. Legal help additionally helps to make certain that welfare provisions are enforced by providing individuals entitled to welfare provisions, similar to social housing, with access to legal advice and the courts. Legal aid is the availability of help to people who are unable to afford legal representation and entry to the court system. Legal help is considered central in offering access to justice by guaranteeing equality before the law, the best to counsel and the best to a good trial.

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Gum-Free Streets Initiative: Cleaning Up and Transforming Our Communities

More than 50 councils across the UK are to receive grants totalling more than £1.2 million to remove discarded chewing gum from our streets and prevent it from being littered again. Antrim and Newtownabbey, Cardiff, Glasgow, Ipswich, Liverpool, Sunderland and Wiltshire are among those to benefit from the second round of funding from the Chewing Gum Task Force. Launched in 2021, the Task Force was established by Defra and is administered by charity Keep Britain Tidy, with funding provided by gum producers. It aims to clean gum off pavements and put in measures to stop it being dropped in the first place, helping clamp down on anti-social littering. Estimates suggest the annual clean-up cost of chewing gum for councils in the UK is around £7 million and, according to Keep Britain Tidy, around 77% of England’s streets and 99% of retail sites are stained with gum. The Chewing Gum Task Force brings together some of the country’s major chewing gum producers, including Mars Wrigley and Perfetti Van Melle. Together, the producers have pledged up to £10 million over five years via the scheme to tackle gum littering. The latest round of funding includes: - Grants of up to £25,000 for cleansing with a fully funded bespoke gum litter prevention package. - Further grants of up to £25,000 for Antrim and Newtownabbey, Cardiff, Doncaster and Glasgow for the fully funded bespoke gum litter prevention package and long-term monitoring and evaluation carried out by not-for-profit social enterprise Behaviour Change.

Official portrait of Rebecca Pow MP. Photo by Richard Townshend. Wikimedia. Environment Minister Rebecca Pow said: Littering blights our communities, spoils our countryside, harms our wildlife and wastes taxpayers’ money when cleaning it up. That’s why we’re working with gum producers to tackle chewing gum stains. After the success of the first round of funding, this next slice will give councils further support to clean up our towns and cities. In its first year the task force awarded 44 grants worth a total of £1.2 million, benefitting 53 councils who were able to clean an estimated 2.5km2 of pavement, an area larger than 467 football pitches. By combining targeted street cleaning with specially designed signage to encourage people to bin their gum, participating councils achieved reductions in gum littering of up to 80% in the first two months. Monitoring and evaluation carried out by Behaviour Change has shown that a reduced rate of gum littering is still being observed six months after clean-up and the installation of prevention materials. Allison Ogden-Newton OBE, Keep Britain Tidy’s chief executive, said: "Chewing gum litter is highly visible on our high streets and is both difficult and expensive to clean up, so the support for councils provided by the Chewing Gum Task Force and the gum manufacturers is very welcome." "However, once the gum has been cleaned up, it is vital to remind the public that when it comes to litter, whether it’s gum or anything else, there is only one place it should be – in the bin – and that is why the behaviour change element of the task force’s work is so important." Naomi Jones, corporate affairs director at Mars Wrigley UK, said: "We’re pleased to be supporting the work of the Chewing Gum Task Force again this year." "While the majority of consumers already bin their used gum properly, we know there’s still work to be done to change the behaviour of people who are disposing of their gum irresponsibly." "In its first year, the Task Force’s work saw 2.5km2 cleaned in council areas around the country. Behaviour change interventions achieved chewing gum litter reductions of up to 80%. This year, we’ll be to be funding and partnering with another 56 councils, across the four nations, in 2023." In 2022, individual councils received grants of up to £20,000 to fund street cleaning and the purchase of cleansing equipment. Larger grants of up to £70,000 were available to two or more councils working together to achieve a greater impact.

North East Solution

In Grimsby, machines made by Eco Removal Systems were used to clean unsightly chewing gum stains in the town centre. Due to the crew wearing the machines as backpacks, the team quickly became known as ‘Gum Busters’. The stains were removed using an eco-friendly detergent made from sugar beet. This was heated and sprayed directly on to the gum to vaporise it.

Better Signage for Cities

Four councils – Birmingham, Newport, Glasgow and Belfast – benefitted from a full independent evaluation of their clean-up and prevention signage. A reduction of up to 80% in gum littering after two months was measured as a result of the interventions, through a combination of pre- and post-intervention gum counts and footfall analysis. The task force was announced as part of the government’s strategy to support the evolution and regeneration of high streets across the country, which includes 15 Town Deals totalling £335 million to fund community regeneration projects, the transformation of derelict buildings and communities being given the chance to own local pubs, theatres, sports grounds and corner shops.

Increasing Fines

Littering is a criminal offence. In the Prime Minister’s Anti-social Behaviour Action Plan, we have committed to raising the upper limit on spot fines later this year from £150 to £500 in England. To tackle littering of drinks containers, from 2025 we will introduce a deposit return scheme for drinks containers where people will be incentivised to recycle their bottles and cans by placing a small deposit on drinks products. We have also banned some of the most littered plastic items in England and plan to introduce further bans from October 2023. The opening of this next round of funding comes alongside further steps this week to deliver the Prime Minister’s Anti-Social Behaviour Action Plan. The plan sets out the government’s approach to making sure these issues are treated with the urgency they deserve by establishing a zero-tolerance approach to all forms of anti-social behaviour.

More Power to Police and Local Authorities

It also gives the police and local authorities the tools they need to tackle the problem. Coinciding with Resolve’s ASB Awareness Week, pilot schemes have begun in police force areas to increase police patrols in hotspot areas, helping deter crimes from happening in the first place, and to deliver ‘immediate justice’ whereby offenders will be made to repair the damage they’ve caused to their communities with an aim to start reparative work within 48 hours. Earlier this week, the government also opened the first round of the Million Hours Fund, to make an initial £3 million of grants available for youth organisations to provide more out-of-school activities and support more young people in areas of high need this summer – ensuring young people are helped away from bad life choices and are given access to greater support. Sources: THX News, Department for Environment Food and Rural Affairs & Rebecca Pow MP. Read the full article

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2022 | A Year in Review

What a year 2022 has been. For me, it has been year of great growth and achievement. As I look back across the year, I share with you all these wonderful moments:

- In January I was able to travel for the first-time post pandemic to Bali Indonesia, where it was great to re-connect with the island of the gods.

- In late January, I was invited as a guest on Dr Benjamin Freud’s Coconut Thinking podcast. Benjamin is the founder of Coconut Thinking, an organisation committed to purposeful thinking and action that contribute to the welfare of the bio collective.

- In February, a School for tomorrow. launched their dynamic #Voyage App - designed to be a purpose-driven way for secondary and tertiary students to plan their future, experience life, self-regulate & ultimately thrive. The best part is it's FREE!

- In February, we launched Series Nine of our Game Changers podcast featuring leading Neuroscientist Jared Cooney Horvath, former Director of Wellbeing and prolific writer Daisy Turnbull, decorated teacher and author Oliver Lovell, 40 Under 40 Most Influential Asian Australian and Organisational Psychologist Christine Yeung, founder and CEO at The Man Cave Hunter Johnson, highly accomplished New Zealand Principal Sarah Martin, global inclusion expert Daniel Sobel, Executive Director at the Centre for Transformative Teaching and Learning in the USA Glenn Whitman, celebrated Australian Chef Scott Pickett and Commissioner for Children and Young People SA Helen Connolly. During this period the podcast hit 250,000 plus listens.

- In February, I presented to the Australia Circular Economy (ACE) Education for systematic change group about a School for tomorrow’s partnership with Catholic Education South Australia (CESA) in the development of an entrepreneurial model of learning, titled Limitless. ACE is part of the Planet Ark Environmental Foundation. ACE’s Education for systemic change group aims to bring together those who aspire to transform our education systems to meet the needs of society for a more sustainable future. A School for tomorrow’s partnership with CESA’s Limitless project is primarily designing an innovative learning model, across primary and secondary, that fosters social entrepreneurs who establish enterprises that purposefully engage with their communities to solve complex social, cultural, and environmental problems by adding value to the lives of all whiles contributing to a more just and loving world.

- In March, Game Changers were featured in the Educational Podcast corner at the 2022 World Education Summit, the largest online education event in the world. Co-host Phil Cummins and I focused on the notion of Continuous Learning.

- In March, I presented a keynote titled “Striving to be Remarkable”, focused on daring leadership, on the Balkan Education Stage at Osiris Education’s 2022 World Education Summit. His keynote has now been viewed over 10,000 times since the date of release.

- In March I turned 50. In May interstate friends threw a surprise black tie birthday event, which included numerous past students, colleagues, friends and family.

- In April, with Dr Phil Cummins we were featured guests for Future Anything’s Live Learning event. With Founder and CEO Nicole Dyson we explored what ‘future ready’ schools should be leaning into to create teachers, students and communities that thrive.

- In May I was honoured to be listed in the The Educator’s inaugural Top 50 Most Influential Educators Award across the entire Australian education sector. The Award focuses on individuals who have had the strongest impact in creating a reformative teaching and learning culture in the last 18 months.

- In May, I was interviewed by highly decorated Primary School Principal, Henryk Gossek for The Viewpoint podcast, where he shared insights into the work of a School for tomorrow, learnings from Game Changers guests and personal vulnerability.

- In March I continued our work in partnership with Catholic Education South Australia (CESA) in the design and implementation of a social entrepreneurial model of learning across Catholic primary and secondary schools in South Australia (SA). Throughout 2022 myself, Dr Phil Cummins, and the core team at CESA focused on refining all curriculum design toolkit resources. This included partnering with CESA and Enlightening Education to develop a highly interactive Design Thinking Digital Toolkit for South Australian educators and students in Catholic schools. In Term 3 we commenced a process of supporting pilot schools throughout SA in trailing and testing the entrepreneurial model of learning, titled Limitless Possibilities. This significant project explicitly aligns the Australia Curriculum and SACE achievement standards and performance standards respectfully with CESA’s Learning, Leading & Living Key Capabilities, Catholic Social Teachings, and social entrepreneurship.

- In May, we launched Series Ten of our Game Changers podcast featuring social impact powerhouse Ronni Kahn AO, global thought leader Graham Martin-Brown, the amazing personal coach for female leaders Kemi Nekvapil, the director of Woodleigh Institute Dr Richard Owen, ABC broadcaster & lawyer Lisa Leong, Australian creative guru Adam Ferrier, Rhodes Scholar & DEI champion Jamie Beaton, a Hot Listed deputy principal Lorna Beegan, PwC future of work lead Dr Ben Hamer and a young change agent advocate Margaret O’Brien. During this period the podcast hit 275,000 plus listens.

- In May, I was invited to be part of a Leadership Evolution Panel at the 2022 QSPA Annual Conference titled “Ignite, Evolve, Inspire”. The panel included futurist Amanda Stevens, one of Australia's most innovative engineers Dr Jordan Nguyen, and author and educator Tracey Ezard, chaired by Education Changemakers. After the panel session I facilitated a workshop about leadership required in today’s schooling.

- In June, I delivered a second presentation in 2022 to the Australian Circular Economy’s Education of children and teens for a more circular future community. My keynote presentation centred on leveraging design thinking to integrate a dynamic environmental entrepreneurial model of learning in K-12 schooling across Australia.

- In July, I was invited to facilitate a middle leaders workshop titled Pedagogy of Encounter for the staff at The Hester Hornbrook Academy, Sunshine campus. The Hester Hornbrook Academy (HHA) provides alternative flexible education and learning options for young people from the ages 15 to 24 who are experiencing disadvantage, significant trauma, and disengagement from mainstream schooling.

- In July I partnered with highly accomplished international Leadership Coach, Alex Bell FRSA FCCT to deliver a School for tomorrow’s dynamic Lead Now coaching-based leadership program, focused on building the capacity of emerging and established leaders across Australian schools.

- In July I was interviewed by Matthew Green for his The Art of Teaching Podcast where we explored tradition, transformation and why radical thinking is essential when thinking about the future of schooling.

- In July we launched our new a School for tomorrow website, providing our existing and prospective client and school network a far more intuitive and responsive encounter with our knowledge architecture and improved access to our consulting services, research institute, products and podcast.

- In July, we launched Series Eleven of our Game Changers podcast featuring international edu leader superstar Michael Fullan, entrepreneurship champion Jeanette Cheah, communications guru Jim Knight, Principal of the Year nominee Michelle Carroll, a principled leader Paul Browning, public education warrior Christine Cawsey, global instructional coach Darnell Fine, ferocious author Tracey Ezard, and Oxford professor Laurence Wainwright. During this period the podcast hit 300,000 plus listens.

- In August it was a privilege to be profiled in the Australian Teacher Magazine in their Movers, Shakers & Policymakers feature. The two-page profile centred around Adriano’s upbringing and his significant work and mission in transforming education.

- In August I was invited to be part of an expert panel at the Digital Innovation Festival in Victoria exploring the theme Connecting globally, leading remotely - Educators on the front line.

- In August I was invited to be a guest on the Moments of Clarity podcast where he shares his journey in life and education.

- In September I joined Game Changers co-host Dr Phil Cummins to deliver a session at the 2022 ACEL National Conference. The session focused on leadership characterised by curiosity, compassion, courage, and conviction that inspiring hope, equipping us to lead our future through supporting school communities to prepare the young people in our care to thrive.

- In October I decided to free myself from the tyranny of misinformation, malicious lies and hate of others and focus on my inherent value and humanity. Liberating.

- In October, we launched Series Twelve of our hugely popular Game Changers podcast featuring UNESCO Youth Representative Maria Nguyen, 2022 Young Australian of the Year Finalist Jahin Tanvir, the Director of the Doojwak: The Beyond Boundaries Institute Esther Hill, dynamic biomedical engineer, inventor & TV broadcaster Dr Jordan Nguyen, Senior Director at Quaglia Institute for School Voice and Aspirations Lisa Lande, Head of Student Voice Hayley Dureau, dynamic Swedish educator Yvette Larsson, the Head of School, Innovation & Partnerships at Ontario Virtual School Dwayne Matthews, young change agent Kai Lovel, and the incomparable founder of The Learner First Joanne McEachen. During this period the podcast hit 330,000 plus listens.

- In October I was invited to present a keynote at CESA’s Middle Years Education Symposium at the Adelaide Entertainment Centre. The keynote focused on the changing world we live in and its impact on schooling. This was followed by a workshop on designing learning for mastery.

- In November I presented an important conversation workshop at ReimaginED22 hosted by the Woodleigh Institute. The conversation, framed by an initial provocation where Dr Phil Cummins and I set the context, sharing our research-driven and evidence-based model of game changing leadership capability in schools, and an interactive discussion in which participants were invited to encounter and respond to the most important questions that guide the journey of the formation of the character of game-changing leadership.

- In November Dr Phil Cummins and I had our first book together ‘Game Changers: Leading Today’s Learning for Tomorrow’s World’ published by Hawker Brownlow Education. In Game Changers: Leading Today’s Learning for Tomorrow’s World, Phil and I distil years of professional practice and research into a roadmap for leadership that changes the game of school. Centring the character and purpose of leaders in education, we make the case for leadership that strengthens, informs, orientates, focuses, aligns, and enriches – courageous leadership that prepares the young people in our care for the world they will inhabit tomorrow.

- In November a School for tomorrow released a new mini paper From Engagement to Empowerment where we explore the value for educating for voice, agency, and advocacy in our schools.

- Managed all social media for Game Changers, Twitter and Instagram and a School for tomorrow, Twitter and LinkedIn.

- Read many books with Time Wise by Amantha Imber, What We Owe The Future by William MacAskill, After The Rain by Axelandra Elle and Not Now, Not Ever by Julia Gillard the stand outs.

- Wrote 30 blog entries via my Tumblr - Permission Is Triumph.

- Continued to be my elderly mother’s carer. Never a dull moment.

I look forward to the rest of 2022 and all of 2023 with continued hope and optimism as I can’t wait to encounter and share new opportunities - both professionally and personally. I wish everyone the infinite power of your own ‘newer and richer experiences”, as you enter a new year, where the purpose of your ‘life is to live it’.

Go gently my friends. Know you are enough. And always remember to be kind.

Adriano xx

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