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Greetings from the desk of Don Hicks...  
 

Nothing better than sending pictures of our Thanksgiving dinner next to the pool to our friends and family back east.

Here are a couple of short-notice announcements that I feel are important:

H.E.A.R.T 2008 - Partying for a cause
'Tis the season to be merry and the season for giving. We are combining the two with our holiday party this Wednesday evening. Promoted by AeA, TechBiz Connection, Tech Coast Venture Network, and the Association for Women in Technology, the annual H.E.A.R.T. holiday party has always been a premier networking opportunity and a fun-filled holiday treat. This year the fun is for a cause. The net proceeds for Wednesday night's party is going to Laura's House, a local charity addressing the problem of domestic violence in Orange County. The party is at the Wyndham Hotel, 3340 Avenue of the Arts in Costa Mesa starting at 6:00 PM on Wednesday, December 3rd. Lampshades optional. For more information, please click here.

CeBIT 2009
Hanover Fairs, promoters of CeBIT 2009, will be hosting a breakfast meeting on Wednesday morning, December 3 at the Irvine Marriott to discuss the special programs they are offering California companies. The March 2009 CeBIT tradeshow in Hanover, Germany opens up the European market for the technology industry with more than 500,000 attendees/buyers and 7,000 members of the press. California has been selected the official partner state for CeBIT 2009, which will provide additional benefits and opportunities for California companies participating at CeBIT 2009. If you would like to learn about the European market, economical turnkey exhibit packages, speaking opportunities, and subsidy funding for California companies, you should contact Traci Paredes (tparedes@hfusa.com) for more information and register for the Wednesday morning presentation. 

The All-American Boys Chorus presented by the British American Business Council

Another holiday treat! On Friday, December 12, the British American Business Council is hosting a luncheon at the Hilton in Costa Mesa featuring the All-American Boys Chorus. You may register here. 

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If you have any questions or need further information, please contact me directly at don_hicks@aeanet.org or 949-450-1500 x101.

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Legislative Update

An increasing number of "activist" state legislatures are embracing issues that have traditionally been federal in nature, including Internet regulation and telecommunications. Areas such as Internet sales taxes, broadband deployment, data privacy and the banning of hazardous materials are all in play, and these efforts have by and large been aimed at the high-tech industry.

AeA realizes that the ability to project force and influence policy at the state legislative and regulatory level is more important than ever to the high-tech industry if it is to thrive and survive. AeA is the only high-tech trade association with the ability to protect your interests comprehensively at the state level.

AeA's state government affairs is member-driven, our policy committees actively monitor and impact legislation in a number of critical issue areas important to the IT community.

For information on AeA’s State Government Affair Program please visit our website at www.aeanet.org/sga.
 

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This Week's
AeA Member Spotlight

Compushare appoints financial technology risk management expert Dwij Sharma

Recently, new AeA member Compushare, Inc., Orange County, Calif. based financial technology management company, announced the key appointment of Dwij Sharma to lead and deliver risk and compliance programs for the Company’s community financial institution clients.

Sharma joined Compushare in September of 2008 bringing to the team nearly 20 years of experience directly serving the banking and credit union industry and over 30 years’ experience within the Information Technology field. With this latest strategic move, the Company continues to develop and strengthen its community-based management teams in an effort to maximize value and efficiency delivered to institutions partnering with Compushare through its client-centric business model.  For more information, please click here.  To learn more about Compushare, please click here.

General Monitors' next generation IR400 Point Infrared Combustible Gas Detector offers superior protection with low operating costs

With its advanced point infrared combustible gas sensing element, General Monitors' new IR400 Combustible Gas Detector delivers reliable protection against explosive hydrocarbon gases with a low power design that installs in minutes and features heated optics to eliminate condensation and includes a dirty optics indicator for fail safe operation.

The Model IR400 Infrared (IR) Point Gas Detector continuously monitors combustible gases in the lower explosive limit (LEL) range and provides a 4 to 20 mA analog signal proportional to the 0 to 100% LEL concentration. The detector also monitors other conditions such as supply voltage and optical path integrity.  For more information, please click here.  To learn more about General Monitors, please click here.

Upcoming Events

12.3.08 - Orange County - HEART Holiday Event

It's time to meet, mingle, and celebrate during our Holiday HEART event, which is an annual roundup of technologists. You'll enjoy a fantastic evening of food and networking--making this holiday evening one to be remembered. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Laura's House, who provides shelter and support for women and children suffering from abuse and domestic violence. For more information, click here.
 

12.12.08 - Online Seminar

AeA will host a panel discussion with State Government officials, a leading government business intelligence provider and sales coach. You'll gain and understanding of the anticipated impact of the economic crisis on State Government spending. You'll hear from government insiders on what projects they see proceeding and what they see coming to a standstill. You'll also get actionable intelligence to help you fine tune your 2009 sales strategy and get tips for successful selling in a down market. You'll also have an opportunity to ask questions of our panel. Register Today!

02.TBD.08 - OC Technology Business Showcase

The Technology Business Showcase is back! Plug into the Orange County technology community and meet honest-to-goodness, real life, established, payroll paying, revenue producing companies. Proudly sponsored by Haskell & White, this executive connect showcase will feature select AeA member companies displaying their products in an atmosphere of holiday merriment and power networking. The mixer will feature one-minute company pitches, door prizes, and fun. Drinks and appetizers will be provided. Come network and be merry....and please don't forget your business cards!  Stay tuned for registration details to come.  To pre-register for this event, or to ask questions, please contact Yalanda_Oglesby@aeanet.org at 949-450-1500 x101.

Special Thanks to AeA Technology ShowcaseTitle Event Sponsor Haskell & White.  To learn more about Haskell & White, please click here.

2.10 - 2.11.08 - Green Manufacturing Expo

In this uncertain economy, there is no better time to implement effective cost-saving strategies. If you have been looking for solutions and methods to decrease costs while improving your products and operations, then Green Manufacturing: Business Strategies for Sustainability is for you!

Local Council Events - AeA Events Calendar

Compushare, Inc., a California Corporation headquartered in Orange County, is a Financial Technology Management company that enables community financial institutions to focus on their operations, franchise value and safety. Their expertise and CIOTHiNK! business approach toward technology performance and compliance assures strategic success. Founded in 1995, Compushare provides technology services and compliance services on an outsourced basis that address business concerns in Strategy, Safety, Soundness and Support.

Global Human Resources Outsourcing is a division of 1st Flagship, a woman-owned small business focused on capturing service industry opportunities that leverage our company’s core competencies and capabilities. Since 1964, 1st Flagship has been achieving worldwide recognition for effective management, and technical competency. With the natural expansion into the Human Resources Outsourcing field, 1st Flagship continues its growth as a highly respected and naturally talented services provider to our clients. In addition, GHRO’S team of highly experienced professionals, bring nearly 100 years of experience in many industries including Bio Tech, Pharmaceutical, Software, Telecommunications, Aviation, Entertainment, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Banking, Property management, Retail, Real Estate Restaurant and Government Services.

AMP Inc. has provided products of the highest quality. A leader in memory products for OEM's and resellers worldwide, we are dedicated to providing cost-effective, high-performance memory products to meet our customers' needs.

Toshiba Logistics America, Inc. Provides logistics for Toshiba products and services.

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Member Resources

 

 

AeA Offers FREE Information Technology Training
Thanks to a second round of funding in the amount of $603,664 by the California Employment Training Panel (ETP), AeA, the nation’s largest high-tech trade association representing all segments of the high-tech industry, will once again partner with Saisoft, Inc. to deliver fully subsidized, state-funded IT training for qualified technology employees in California. The funds from the first round of funding approved in March 2008 for $604,800 will be exhausted by the end of November. To date, 426 California employees representing 201 companies have received free IT training under this program...read more

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Join AeA Today!

 

In addition to exclusive product and program discounts, dynamic networking events, access to investors, executive education and development programs, opportunities to influence government policies, and brand exposure through membership participation, new members will also receive BounceBack Professional 8.0 software, courtesy of AeA member CMS Products, while supplies lasts. Software features include unlimited vault size, allows you to create as many Vaults as your available space allows, and supports Windows Vista, XP, 2000 and Server 2000/2003. Contact Alan Wald today at 949-450-1500 x104 or Alan_Wald@aeanet.org!

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Orange County Team

AeA Orange County Council

Don Hicks, Executive Director

Alan Wald, Director, Membership Development

Yalanda Oglesby, Program Marketing & Event Manager, Editor