Posts Tagged ‘J9 Leading Solutions’

Bio-Rad Nurtures New Ideas

Thursday, June 23rd, 2011

company logoBio-Rad Laboratories, based out of Hercules, CA, has engaged J9 Leading Solutions in partnership with Brandman University to conduct training to nurture creative thinking and innovation.  Bio-Rad is a leader of scientific discoveries, and has been at the center of manufacturing and distributing life science research products around the world for over 50 years.

Founded in 1952 by David and Alice Schwartz, Bio-Rad has since changed the way scientific research is conducted.  By creating products that accelerate the scientific discovery process, Bio-Rad has enabled scientists to save time and to focus on their work, rather than hassling with inefficient tools and ineffective processes. This contribution to the research world has lead to discoveries such as better blood virus testing for HIV and Hepatitis research, and the “mad cow” test for the agriculture industry. These scientific discoveries have greatly contributed to the control and prevention of various viral and bacterial infections for multiple industries.

Bio-Rad also encourages the green movement throughout every aspects of the corporation. Every operation put into effect and every product that is designed is specially engineered to have the least impact on the environment. By implementing environment protection programs Bio-Rad is simultaneously turning all research, around the world, green.

World renowned in hospitals, universities, institutions, inspection agencies, and in both biological and private industries, Bio-Rad has successfully served over 100,000 customers.  Keeping a fresh entrepreneurial spirit has kept Bio-Rad successful. The company’s “open-door” style leadership has kept the staff encouraged and inspired to come up with the freshest ideas.


Explore The Future, CACM 20th Annual Statewide Expo & Conference

Monday, June 13th, 2011

J9 Leading Solutions’, Janine McDonald has been invited to deliver a keynote speech on “Leadership and Coalition Building” at the 20th Annual California Association of Community Managers Statewide Expo and Conference. Janine will be discussing the key characteristics of effective leadership and how to best engage a board of directors. Speaking from personal and professional experience, Janine will address self-leadership, leading others, and developing a cohesive team.

This speaking event is a part of the 2 day Annual Statewide Conference and Expo, “Explore the Future” and will take place July 28-29th, 2011 at the famous Disneyland Hotel and Resort. Attendees will be enlightened by various keynote speakers, entertained by comedians, and connected to business professionals from a wide range of industries. This expo combines 20 years of community management and vision into 2 days of networking and inspiration.

The California Association of Community Managers has been promoting higher standards of practice and ethical behavior for community managers since 1991 by offering certification programs, educational courses, and being the voice for community management in Sacramento.  CACM is the leading resource for education, events, and networking opportunities for managers and management teams to achieve success in the industry.

Boat People SOS is Empowering the Vietnamese Community

Monday, July 26th, 2010

BPSOSJ9 Leading Solutions has the opportunity to work with BPSOS, an impressive nonprofit organization that is working hard to continually empower and enable the Vietnamese community since the mass immigration after the Vietnam war. Janine McDonald will assist BPSOS with community outreach and strategic planning. By identifying the needs and matching resources the organization will be able to better equip individuals in their pursuit of liberty and dignity.

BPSOS has 18 locations in the U.S. and 4 offices in Southeast Asia and Taiwan and provide services for families, individuals and communities.   Statistically speaking, 1 in 10 Vietnamese Americans have received help from BPSOS since 1980.
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