HEROES NEEDED: Sat. 11/21 LPZoo to host bone marrow registry drive for 9/11 firefighter who got cancer from WTC dust. Come meet him, save his life. Better than $$$ to charity

Lincoln Park Zoo is inviting Chicagoans to join the bone marrow registry and be a hero for a hero.

Sat. Nov. 21 - Lincoln Park Zoo from 9:30a to 3:30p. FREE
Directions http://tinyurl.com/IMaHeroLPZoo

Sun. Nov. 22 - Evanston's McGraw YMCA from 9:30am to 3:30 pm
Directions http://tinyurl.com/IMaHeroEvanston

Joining the registry is free and easy, and can, literally, save a life. A swab of the cheek is taken and the tissue type is added to the registry. That's it.

The drive is being hosted in honor of Roy Chelsen, a New York City firefighter with Chicago ties, who was a first responder to the World Trade Center attack on Sept. 11, 2001.

He is credited with saving the lives of six other firefighters that day. Because of his heroism following the terrorist attack, Roy is now in a fight for his own life. Roy, like several other 9/11 first responders, has been diagnosed with Multiple Myeloma, a FATAL immune system cancer.

A bone marrow donor could save his life – but he needs to find a match SOON. You could be the one who saves his life.

Share with friends http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=186582829144&ref=mf

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     CHICAGO WOMEN NETWORK HOLIDAY "NETWORKING & PAMPERING" BASH
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Want a little salon pampering and to make invaluable business contacts with whom
you can network in the New Year and beyond?

Everyone loves being indulged and being pampered - especially before the hustle
and bustle of the holidays so please join CW-Network (Chicago Women Network) at
their "Holiday Networking & Pampering Bash"

You can get a head start on 2010 networking, make invaluable business
contacts and leave with a briefcase FULL of business cards! Whether
trying to expand your business circle or in the midst of a job search,
you will be primed to start off 2010 with a bang!
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WHEN:     December 8th, 5:30 to 9:00

WHERE:    Thomas West Salon
           222 West Merchandise Mart Plaza, Suite 224
           Chicago, IL 60654
           (312)-670-2270
  HAIRCUT & STYLE
      FACE MAPPING
      MINI MAKEOVER (Makeup)
      MINI MANICURE

This is a LIMITED CAPACITY event and registration will close no later than
Tuesday, November 24th.

The cost is only $35 for LinkedIn members and $40 for non-members.
Advance registration is required along with payment in order for your
registration to be completed.

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To register go to:  http://www.cw-network.org/events.asp
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Let's ring in the holidays together and start networking for 2010!

I look forward to seeing everyone!

Gigi Bozzano
Founder
CW-Network (Chicago Women Network)
http://www.cw-network.org
gigi@...

Are you a marketing rock star?

I'm helping a Chicago area high tech client find a B2B Marketing Rock Star with
4-6 years of lead gen, branding and field marketing experience. You can find all
the details and instructions to apply online at http://bit.ly/4impcN.

Referral Bonus $250 - make sure your friends mention your name!

Sima Dahl
President, Parlay Communications, Ltd.
Chief Connector, Marketing Job Wire
Speaker and Trainer, Sway Factor™

W.B.T Promotions & The Tektite Group

After Hours Business Networking Event benefiting

Toys for Tots

Just Networking, Drinking, Eating, and Fun

When: Monday, Nov 30, 2009, 5:30pm to 8:00pm
Where: Buca di Beppo, 521 N Rush (corner of Rush & Grand), Chicago, IL

What:

·              Networking with professionals

·              Includes pizza and cash bar.

·              Space is limited so sign-up early

·              No speakers

·              Bring plenty of business cards

·              This month a portion of the proceeds go to Toys for Tots Charity

Register On-Line: http://networkingforacharity.eventbrite.com/

Fees:

·              Super Early Bird (until 11/16/09) - $13

·              2 ticket special (until 11/29/09) - $26

·              Online registration (until 11/29/09) – $15 plus admin cost

·              Donations for Toys for Tots are accepted

All sales are final

Garrett Popcorn has offered to supply some popcorn tins that we can raffle off so that we have even more money to give to Toys for Tots.

For more information contact mike@... or 630-299-4459 or contact JeanPickering@...

See you there,
Jean Pickering
President & Social Media Director
The Tektite Group, LLC
www.TheTektiteGroup.com
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/JeanPickering
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/Jean.Pickering
Follow me: http://twitter.com/TektiteGroup

Thursday, November 19, 2009, 8:00 to 9:30 AM
Wells Fargo Advisors (Formally Wachovia Securities)
222 South Riverside Plaza, Suite 300, Chicago at Union Station

We all know that being part of a lively and thriving professional network is
important throughout our working lives. And no matter how wide our networks
already are, it's easy to imagine the potential added value of having a few
close, trustworthy confidants really invested in us and in our success.  (And
the satisfaction we can get from serving in the same capacity for people we want
to see flourish.)

This month we'll explore taking networking a step farther, and how BNC HR can
fit in to help us meet our future goals.

Keith Ferrazzi is one well-known proponent of going beyond "networking", to
finding at least 2 or 3 close associates to regularly draw on for advice,
accountability, and tough love when necessary to fully become all we can be, and
to do all we can envision.  He's the author of 2009's best-selling "Who's Got
Your Back? The Breakthrough Program to Build Deep, Trusting Relationships That
Create Success--and Won't Let You Fail."

On Nov 19, we'll talk about Ferrazzi's ideas, and why and how we can develop
much deeper connections with people we already know.  And we will pool
recommendations for other ways to cultivate close professional relationships for
more consistent personal growth and greater career flexibility (through peer
groups, masterminds, etc.)

Each of us will get a better understanding of how to identify and approach
people who might be willing to "have our back" to help us get to new levels of
success. And we'll have ideas to recommend to our peers, managers and staff, and
clients, so they can do the same.

We will then discuss what we want the BNC HR group to be, and ways to make it
more valuable to all BNC members in 2010.

Marcy Jenkins will introduce the topics and moderate the discussion.  Please
join us for this important  organizational meeting of the BNC-HR.

Agenda:
8:00 – 8:15 Introductions and Networking

8:15 – 8:45 Beyond Networking – Who's Got Your Back, Peer Support Groups, Other
ways to deepen connections

8:45 –  9:15  Where BNC Fits in For You – Ideas for programs, events,
interactions and next steps

9:15 –  9:30  Additional networking and conversations

Note: The venue has limited seating, so please RSVP Bill Reap of Wells Fargo,
our group's sponsor, at william.reap@...  (On Thursday AM,
enter from Adams Street – please have your ID ready for the security desk and
give them Bill Reap's name or "Wells Fargo Advisors." Bring your own coffee /
breakfast if you choose. There is a Caribou Coffee located on the first floor
for your convenience.)

If you have any questions please contact Marcy at mjenkins@... or
773-764-7637.

--
Marcy Jenkins
Clearfield Coaching and Consulting
Book Yourself Solid Certified Coach
1136 W Farwell Ave, #3W
Chicago, IL 60626-3861
Ph 773-764-7637
Cell 212-496-7222

Date: Monday, December 14, 2009, 5:30pm to 7:30pm
Location: Buca di Beppo, 521 N Rush (corner of Rush & Grand), Chicago, IL

Use the following URL to sign-up for this event: nov09bncitevent.eventbrite.com/

Please join us for the next gathering of the BNC IT Group. This is one of the two evening networking events that we do each year. Besides networking, we will also celebrate the holidays. Bring a grab bag gift (please, not more than $10), if you want to participate in the grab bag gift portion of the evening.

We will not follow our usual format of a 15 minute presentation followed by speed networking. Instead, this event will feature open networking, a cash bar, pizza, appetizers, and the gift grab bag.The format of our evening event will allow us to have more people attend and will allow people to attend who can not make it to our normal daytime networking lunches.

REALLY - COME HUNGRY - THERE WILL BE LOTS OF APPETIZERS & PIZZA!

The cost for regular registration is $20 plus administration costs. Because we need to give a final count to the restaurant at 4pm on Thursday, Dec10, 2009, the price will go up to $25 plus administration costs after  that time.

If you want to have a preprinted name tag, your name listed on the attendance roster, and to receive the roster before the event, you will need to register on-line by Saturday, December 12, 2009 at Noon. On-line registration will close at that time so we can give a final, final  head count to Buca di Beppo, prepare the attendance roster &  name tags, and send out the attendance roster.

Use the following URL to sign-up for this event:
nov09bncitevent.eventbrite.com/ 

No cancellations will be accepted after Thursday, Dec 10, 2009 at 4:00pm.

To contact me:
Email: jpic333@...

we have 2 seats left!  let me know if you'll make it!

Jill Kirshenbaum
cell:  312-560-9882

--- In LinkedinChicago@yahoogroups.com, "Jill K" <jillk@...> wrote:
>
>
> Many Managers and Owners are getting frustrated at 'crunch time' that
> they're not seeing enough new business in the pipeline.  They are trying
> to figure out how to get more from their people or how to find the right
> people to sell in today's economy.
>
>
>
> Upgrade Your Sales Team in 30 Days
>
>
>
> In just 2 hours you will discover:
>
>
>
> ·         If your existing salespeople have what it takes to grow
> your company in today's economy.
>
> ·         To see the difference between salespeople who might sell
> vs. those who will sell.
>
> ·         Whether your inbound/reactive salespeople have the crucial
> elements necessary for outbound/proactive sales results.
>
> ·         Whether your sales manager is doing everything possible to
> grow the organization.
>
> Date: November 17th, 2009
>
>
>
> Time: 8:30am-10:30am
>
>
>
> Where:     Sandler Training Center
>
>                   5 Revere Drive, Suite 103
>
>                   Northbrook, IL 60062
>
>
>
>   RSVP:  Seating is Limited.  This Executive Briefing is Complementary.
>
>
>
> Jill Kirshenbaum, Sandler Training 847-513-6260 x 23 or respond to this
> message at jkirshenbaum@... <mailto:jkirshenbaum@...>
>

Palm International is currently seeking a Marketing/Sales
Representative.

For more detail go to
http://www.palmintl.com/component/jobgroklist/posting/posting/1/25

IT Specialist

We are currently searching for an IT Specialist for our Chicago Loop Client. Our
client is a global management consulting firm that specializes in Strategy,
Change Management, Development, Finance and M&A. Due to the demands of their
business they are in need of an IT Specialist, who can work in a fast paced
dynamic environment and interface with all levels of employees regarding all IT
support issues. This position will support 3 offices and over 400 employees.
Position requires some after hours support, availability at all times via cell
phone – 24 x 7 support operation.  Salary $50,000 + 0-10% 15% profit sharing
(immediately invested as of December 31st) 100% employer paid health insurance
Aetna PPO

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide a high level of customer service while supporting end users.  Support
includes, but is not limited to, laptops, desktops, PDAs, video conference
system, phone and voice mail systems.
• Responds to telephone calls, email and personnel requests for technical
support and identifies, researches, and resolves technical problems.  Documents,
tracks and monitors the problem to ensure a timely resolution and has knowledge
of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Successfully troubleshoot issues both independently and in collaboration with
all available resources.  Oversee and troubleshoot video conference and
telecommunications systems in coordination with regional technical resources.
• Maintains, analyzes, troubleshoots, and repairs computer systems, hardware and
computer peripherals.  Documents, maintains, upgrades or replaces hardware and
software systems.  Supports and maintains user account information including
rights, security and systems groups.
• Maintain configurations of all notebook and desktop computer systems according
to established standards.  Document and update technology related instructions
and procedures as required. Maintain problem call history by recording calls in
CA help desk tracking database.
• Analyze call data to proactively identify improvement opportunities. Evaluate
new technologies for potential applicability within the firm and creates
interpersonal relationships and effectively communicate with end users as well
as with local, regional, and global support teams.
• Participate in local, regional, and global projects as appropriate to evaluate
existing systems and recommend technology for upgrade and replacement. Achieve
annual goals and objectives, developed in cooperation with IT Service
organization and local management.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• BS/BA degree in a related field or comparable knowledge/experience in
technology related field.
• 3 to 5 years experience providing desktop (PCs, notebooks, PDAs, wireless,
telecommunications, etc.) related service to at least 300 end users.  Will
consider 2 years of experience.
• A+ Certification or equivalent work experience.
• MCDST (Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technician) or equivalent work
experience.
• 2 to 4 years experience working on technology projects.
• Strong technical skills, strong interpersonal communication and collaboration
skills.  Excellent time management and the ability to prioritize work
effectively.

Key Competencies:
• Communicates (both orally and written) effectively with the management groups,
end users, and other technical staff.
• Able to adjust approach to effectively interact with customers at all
organizational and technical levels. Focus on excellent customer service and
needs of the user community.
• Reliable and cooperative team player; displays consideration and respect for
others.
• Displays tact, patience, and the ability to handle stressful situations while
demonstrating a sense of urgency. Demonstrates competence and character that
inspires trust.
• Independently and proactively communicates issues, priorities, and objectives.
Organized with a strong attention to detail.  Able to anticipate, identify, and
solve critical problems.
• Self-motivated and proactive.  Experience in communicating and presenting
technical concepts to management, peer group, and staff.  Ability to thrive in a
dynamic, fast-paced, demanding environment.

Interested candidates should submit their resumes in a WORD.doc format to
jennifernichols@....

Mark your calendars for Tuesday, Nov. 24th from 6:00 to 9:00 pm
for the next Linked In Chicago LIVE! Networking event. This is a free
and open event with a cash bar and menu; so feel free to invite your friends and
co-workers!
Join us for an evening of networking and mingling in an open and relaxed
environment.

Where: Bluprint Restaurant, www.bluprintchicago.com

North Lobby of Merchandise Mart

300 North Wells St.
Chicago, IL 60610
312.410.9800

"Since opening a little over two years ago, bluprint restaurant in the
North Lobby of the Merchandise Mart has become the destination for
anyone shopping or doing business in River North. Come early to
appreciate the seasonal decorations in the Merchandise Mart. Bluprint
is associated with Blue Plate Catering and their Lounge menu includes
items like Sirloin Sliders, Assorted Cheeses, and a Charcuterie
Assortment. The menu also contains vegetarian choices including
Truffle and Parmesan Fries, Hummus and Edamame."

Bluprint restaurant is located In the North Lobby of the Merchandise
Mart. The CTA Brown Line stops at the Merchandise Mart. There is
limited FREE parking on the North and South Drives on the back and
front sides of the Mart.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me!

Best regards,

Thomas –Moderator of Linked in Chicago
chicagotrb@...

Execulife Holiday Party at Crimson Lounge- Discount for LinkedinChicago
Date: Wednesday, December 9th
Time: 6:00-8:30pm
Location: Crimson Lounge (333 N Dearborn Street)
Cost: $20 for Execulife Members (in advance), $30 for non-members - $30 at the
door for everyone. $5 dollar discount for LinkedinChicago members-enter promo
code "LINC"
Register: http://www.execulife.com/events/event_details.asp?id=82102

Join us as we celebrate the holiday season with Execulife at Crimson Lounge on
Wednesday, December 9th. Expect only the very best: enjoy black jack with
Horseshoe Casino, indulge in services provided by Halo for Men, participate in
our first class raffle/silent auction and of course, two and a half full hours
of OPEN sponsored bar and tasty appetizers. Some of the premium beverages will
include Bud Select, Stella Artois, PAMA Pomegranite Liqueur, Evan Williams
Bourbon, Hpnotiq, FUZE and more. This event will provide an excellent
opportunity to networking with hundreds of Chicago professionals while enjoying
one of the best venues in the city.

Tickets are ONLY $20 for Execulife Members and $30 for non-members who pay in
advance - $30 at the door for everyone. Members of LinkedinChicago receive a $5
discount. Use promo code "LINC" when registering. The first 100 men and 100
women to register will receive a holiday gift, compliments of Execulife. Men - a
Tiffany's money clip, Women - a sharp astro pen, perfect for small purses.

We have several job openings at Situated Research located in Naperville,
Illinois.

We are looking for:

-Account Executive / Sales (West Coast, Chicago, or East Coast only)

-Graphic Design (Web) Freelancer (Local Chicago Area only)

-Interactive / Creative / Flash Developer (Freelancer) (Local Chicago Area)

-Mid-level Web Developer (Local Chicago area only)

Go to our website to learn more about the open positions and to apply. No emails
or inquiries will be answered through LinkedIn. Please follow all application
directions on our website at:

http://www.situatedresearch.com/jobs/

We look forward to hearing from you.

The Situated Research, LLC Team
http://www.situatedresearch.com
Naperville, Illinois

Many Managers and Owners are getting frustrated at 'crunch time' that they're not seeing enough new business in the pipeline.  They are trying to figure out how to get more from their people or how to find the right people to sell in today's economy. 

Upgrade Your Sales Team in 30 Days

In just 2 hours you will discover:

·         If your existing salespeople have what it takes to grow your company in today's economy.

·         To see the difference between salespeople who might sell vs. those who will sell.

·         Whether your inbound/reactive salespeople have the crucial elements necessary for outbound/proactive sales results.

·         Whether your sales manager is doing everything possible to grow the organization.

Date: November 17^th, 2009

Time: 8:30am-10:30am

Where:     Sandler Training Center

                 5 Revere Drive, Suite 103

                 Northbrook, IL 60062

 RSVP:  Seating is Limited.  This Executive Briefing is Complementary.

Jill Kirshenbaum, Sandler Training 847-513-6260 x 23 or respond to this message at jkirshenbaum@...

YPC Evening Entrepreneur Event – Spotlight Healthcare

Date: Wednesday, November 18th
Time: 6:00pm to 8:00pm (detailed agenda below)
Location: University of Chicago - Gleacher Center (450 North Cityfront Plaza
Drive)
Cost: $15 for YPC members, $25 for non-members
Register: http://www.ypchicago.org/events/event_details.asp?id=80754

Description: Join YPC, in partnership with The University of Chicago Booth
School of Business and Kaplan, on Wednesday, November 18th as we host some of
Chicago's most successful entrepreneurs in the healthcare sector for an
interactive panel discussion. YPC's E3 events provide you with an opportunity to
not only learn best practices from relevant business leaders but also a chance
to get personal advice on what it takes to be a successful entrepreneur. This
event is perfect for you if you are an entrepreneur, aspire to someday own your
own business or have a general interest in what it takes to start and operate a
business.

6:00 to 6:30pm: Networking Reception
6:30 to 7:30pm: Entrepreneurship Panel Discussion
7:30 to 8:00pm: Q&A and Additional Networking
Tickets are only $15 for YPC members and $25 for non-members. Price includes
heavy appetizers, soda and water during the reception before the discussion. A
cash bar (wine and beer) will also be available.

Our Panelists:

Gary Conkright (InformMed)
Gary Conkright is the CEO of InformMed, a medication safety company based in
Peoria, Illinois, focused on developing, patenting and commercializing new
products in the medication error solution space. Mr. Conkright comes from a wide
range of experience in technical business start-ups, venture financing and
technical sales development. He has served as CEO of SmartSignal, where he was
recruited by the University of Chicago to develop a business model and plan to
commercialize cutting edge technology developed at Argonne National Laboratory.
He holds a bachelor of science degree in aeronautical engineering from Purdue
University and a MBA from the University of Chicago, Graduate School of
Business.

Patricia Riskind (PatientImpact)
Patty specializes in helping clients differentiate and grow their businesses.
With 20+ years of healthcare industry experience, Patty strives to help
healthcare providers seize market opportunities by better understanding their
customers' needs. PatientImpact provides healthcare organizations with timely
patient survey results delivered in a easily actionable format.  Its online
survey tool facilitates extensive data collection and generates significantly
higher response rates than is typical for the patient satisfaction survey
industry.
Before starting PatientImpact, Patty co-founded 3d Health, Inc., an ambulatory
strategy consulting firm. She also previously served as chief operating officer
of Tiber Group, a management consulting firm now part of Navigant Consulting;
executive director of business development for Health Forum, a subsidiary of the
American Hospital Association; vice president of operations for Dorenfest and
Associates, a health care IT data and consulting firm since acquired by HIMSS
Analytics; and vice president of product development for Sachs Group (now part
of Thomson Reuters). Patty has a B.A. with honors from Brown University and an
MBA from the J.L. Kellogg Graduate School of Management, Northwestern
University.
Prashant Srivastava (Evive Health)
Prashant Srivastava is the co-founder of Evive Health, a healthcare
communications company focused on application of emerging 1to1 marketing
technologies in healthcare. Prior to starting Evive, Prashant directed clinical
operations for Focused Health Solutions. Prashant led a comprehensive service
reengineering effort to standardize critical service elements for greater
alignment with pricing strategy while maintaining personalized service delivery
to the enrolled members. His innovative programs and initiatives resulted in
improved productivity and lower turnover for front line service employees. Prior
to joining Focused Health Solutions, Dr. Srivastava was employed at Pfizer,
Inc., where he was involved with the commercialization of new health care
products and strategic planning efforts. Dr. Srivastava earned his MBA from the
University of Chicago (GSB '05) and a PhD in Chemical Engineering from Michigan
State University.

Moderator - Jacob Plummer
Jacob Plummer manages the Dermatology Department at The University of Chicago
Medical Center and holds graduate degrees from The University of Chicago Harris
School of Public Policy and The University of Chicago Graduate Program in Health
Policy.  He is completing a graduate degree in business from The University of
Chicago Booth School of Business where he will graduate in Spring with
concentrations in entrepreneurship, finance, and accounting.  Jacob is an
ambassador for the Chicago Booth admissions office and provides pre-admissions
counseling for students who have a background in, or are interested in, the
healthcare entrepreneurship field.  Additionally, he serves as a Teaching
Assistant for two of Chicago Booth's most popular classes in the fields of
venture capital and private equity investments.  Immediately prior to joining
The University of Chicago Medical Center, Mr. Plummer was a policy analyst and
speechwriter for the Office of Chicago Mayor Richard M. Daley.

W.B.T. Promotions & The Tektite Group, LLC Present
An After Hours Business Networking Event Benefiting
Toys for Tots

Just Networking, Drinking, Eating, and Fun

When: Monday, Nov 30, 2009, 5:30pm to 8:00pm
Where: Buca di Beppo, 521 N Rush (corner of Rush & Grand), Chicago, IL

What:

• Networking with professionals
• Includes pizza and cash bar.
• Space is limited so sign-up early
• No speakers
• Bring plenty of business cards
• This month a portion of the proceeds go to Toys for Tots Charity

Register On-Line: http://networkingforacharity.eventbrite.com/

Fees:

• Super Early Bird(until 11/16/09) - $13
• 2 ticket special(until 11/29/09) - $26
• Online registration (until 11/29/09) – $15 plus admin cost
• Donations for Toys for Tots are accepted

All sales are final

Garrett Popcorn has offered to supply some popcorn tins that we can raffle off so that we have even more money to give to Toys for Tots.

For more information contact Mike@... or 630-299-4459 or contact JeanPickering@...

See you there,
Jean Pickering
President & Social Media Director
The Tektite Group, LLC
www.TheTektiteGroup.com
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/JeanPickering
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/Jean.Pickering
Follow me: http://twitter.com/TektiteGroup

Because the preregistration count was so low, we have moved the date of this networking event from Tuesday, November 17th to Monday, December 14th.Please tell all of your friends and fellow technology professionals to sign up before Thursday, Dec 10th.

Date: Monday, December 14, 2009, 5:30pm to 7:30pm
Location: Buca di Beppo, 521 N Rush (corner of Rush & Grand), Chicago, IL

Use the following URL to sign-up for this event: nov09bncitevent.eventbrite.com/

Please join us for the next gathering of the BNC IT Group. This is one of the two evening networking events that we do each year. Besides networking, we will also celebrate the holidays. Bring a grab bag gift (please, not more than $10), if you want to participate in the grab bag gift portion of the evening.

We will not follow our usual format of a 15 minute presentation followed by speed networking. Instead, this event will feature open networking, a cash bar, pizza, appetizers, and the gift grab bag.The format of our evening event will allow us to have more people attend and will allow people to attend who can not make it to our normal daytime networking lunches.

REALLY - COME HUNGRY - THERE WILL BE LOTS OF APPETIZERS & PIZZA!

The cost for regular registration is $20 plus administration costs. Because we need to give a final count to the restaurant at 4pm on Thursday, Dec10, 2009, the price will go up to $25 plus administration costs after  that time.

If you want to have a preprinted name tag, your name listed on the attendance roster, and to receive the roster before the event, you will need to register on-line by Saturday, December 12, 2009 at Noon. On-line registration will close at that time so we can give a final, final  head count to Buca di Beppo, prepare the attendance roster &  name tags, and send out the attendance roster.

Use the following URL to sign-up for this event:
nov09bncitevent.eventbrite.com/ 

No cancellations will be accepted after Thursday, Dec 10, 2009 at 4:00pm.

To contact me:
Email: jpic333@...

MTalentResources is conducting a search for a Senior Sales Engineer for the Chicago area.  Our client is recognized as one of North America's Fastest 500 Growing Technology Companies for 2009 and is market leader in hardware and software for core network services.  The company is experiencing unprecedented growth and is looking to expand its North American team.  

Candidates must meet the technical requirements listed below.  If you are interested in this opportunity (6 figure salary plus bonus) please send your resume along with a cover letter outlining how you specifically meet the requirements listed below and your salary requirements.  All submissions should be sent to MTalentResources@yahoo.com with "SSE11" noted in the subject line.

Only candidates with the required experience and background will be contacted for pre-screening interviews.

Best regards and we look forward to hearing from qualified candidates.

Jim Armstrong

Managing Director

MTalentResources

Senior Sales Engineer

Senior Sales Engineer for the Chicago area will be responsible for driving a network technology driven pre-sales process, providing technical support, product demonstrations and information to key prospects, customers, and partners.  The Senior Sales Engineer will also support the network design and architecture process in conjunction with the company's Engagement Management and Professional Services Team. 

The candidate will need to interface with key network engineering and operations staff, buyers and management at each of their accounts and partners.  The ideal candidate will have a strong networking background, be an SME on the product set, have excellent technical presentation skills, and understand how to support a complex, technical sale.  The Senior Sales Engineer is a trusted advisor to customers and partners. 

Candidate Requirements:

• Has strong network system administration experience and is very familiar with IP protocol, DNS, ISC BIND, MS DNS, and DHCP
• Strong understanding and experience configuring LINUX, UNIX and Microsoft Server operating systems
• Extensive experience with Layer 2/3 hardware
• Basic scripting capabilities (Perl, shell)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Required Skills:

• Demonstrated initiative, creativity, and problem solving skills
• Disciplined and self-motivated
• Detail oriented, team player
• Bachelors Degree or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience
• 8-10+ years networking experience or equivalent
• Excellent communication skills and strong business acumen
• Ability to initiate and manage several projects simultaneously
• Experienced in working effectively in a very fast paced work environment 

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provide technical pre-sales support
• Deliver on-site technical and WebEx presentations
• Function as the key technical resource in the development of network design, architecture, and cost models to support quotations and engineering changes
• Provide technical design assistance in product applications
• Provide technical and product information at trade shows, seminars and speaking engagements as needed
• Review the impact of new product releases and competition with sales team
• Provide critical feedback to Product Management and Engineering Teams
• Identify new business opportunities within prospect base
• Assist in responding to proposals and RFPs
• Comfortable presenting product to key decision makers at the executive level
• Effective at quickly understand technology and explain it in non-technical terms
• Ability to meet deadlines and work independently
• Willing to travel

Lead Business Analyst - eCommerce – Endeca or Mercado
B2B Chicago Distributor
US Citizen, PR or Green Card only
No relo assistance



JOB PURPOSE:
• Subject matter expert in creating, delivering and managing the Search Roadmap
Endeca based functional improvements for the Global platforms
• Company is looking to morph from catalog base to a savvy eCommerce firm
• Excellent understanding of  Product Data and how it ties into Search – core
function of the role
• To liaise with the global and regional eCommerce teams to solidify and deliver
functional and UI related Search enhancements


15% of the role is reporting with eCommerce team
40% is requirements gathering, road mapping
15% is measurement pc
30% is managing matrix resources – internal ee's, IT & development team from UK

Initially role will be that of a doer – fast paced environment.  Opportunity
affords a vertical leap into mgmt as this eCommerce role grows

No coding and development pc to this role - must be able to hand off
requirements to development – will influence what goes into search platform –
expert understanding of search data – must be able to decrease" no search"
results.  Feedback from stake holders will access how to blend this into search.


RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Create/build, manage and deliver Search functionality through all Company
websites that currently utilize either Endeca or other Search engines and to
create a roadmap detailing the evolution of the applicable functionality.  This
includes four different businesses involved under parent company.
• Collect and report key search metrics to global stakeholders on a weekly and
monthly basis.
• Collect search requirements from regional and global eCommerce teams, regional
marketing functions within the four businesses in an effort to identify and
prioritize improvements to for entry into the Company agile development list of
prioritized global requirements.
• Help author and then implement the overall Search strategy for all Company
transactional websites, as well as, Community website, intranet, and eSupplier
web properties.
• Monitor and serve as technical expert on all Endeca related search
improvements and to take a leadership role in the quality review and measurement
of those improvements.
• Work with GIS, Endeca and Google to keep the organization up to date with the
latest version based functional enhancements and to make recommendations for
updates based on external vendor roadmaps.
• Work with Infrastructure and Architectural teams to define hardware and
software requirements necessary to support Search related improvements
• Work with UI designers and eCommerce UCD team to benchmark and make
recommendations for UI related Search and Product Data improvements
• Work with Product Data Group to make sure usable product data is returned from
the Search engine following a Customer query
• Serve as the functional subject matter expert and be able to create, explain
the overall Endeca, Google, and ClearSpace, engine related Search vision and how
this vision fits within/compliments the overall vision around Product Data.
• Help to drive the requirements engineering phase of any Search related
projects and participate in work/effort estimation on a per project basis.  The
Business Analyst – eCommerce will also take on a lead role in any QA related
improvement around Search.
• Ensure Regional eCommerce teams are fully trained and exploiting Web Studio,
Endeca Merchandising, Google search and ClearSpace search functionality.

REQUIREMENTS:
• Degree Qualified – BSE (preferred) with 5-7 years eCommerce experience;
Content management Systems, extranets and micro-stores are pluses
• Implementation of Endeca or Mercada an absolute must!  Strong technical
understanding of Endeca (wildcarding, A graphs, D graphs, parametric search,
etc) and other Search applications.  Familiarity with Google and Clearspace
search a plus
• Excellent understanding of  Product Data and how it ties into Search   Note: 
core function of the role
• Strong written, verbal communication and presentation skills for development
groups and business partners to understand at all levels of the organization
• Strong ability to prioritize simultaneous enhancement requests from various
stakeholders based on quantitative metrics around ROI and CBA
• Excellent ability to translate metrics and analytical data into design and
functional recommendations; work closely with development teams to translate
into technical specifications.  Strong analytical skills.
• Experience of online marketing including; email marketing, SEO, PPC and
affiliate programs
• Required travel of up to 15% to UK and/or APAC.

Qualified candidates please e-mail resume and cover letter to:  
Linda@...
www.BentonSearch.com

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Contract Recruiter

We are currently searching for a Contract Recruiter for our Chicago Loop Client.
Our client is a Chicago-based, Woman-owned, temporary and temp-to-perm staffing
firm that is passionate about connecting talented professionals with jobs in
Chicago and companies with the best employees.

As their business has grown they are in need of a Contract Recruiter to assist
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Our client has created a unique, fun, creative, inspiring and collaborative
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Position  Summary : This is a  6 month Contract Recruiter position, located in
Chicago, IL (Loop) . This position will focus on recruiting for Administrative,
Clerical, and Creative positions.  The recruiter will have direct contact with
the firms' client opportunities and will act as Talent Director in sourcing
candidates for current openings.   The position will focus on building
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staffing services in a cost and time effective manner.   The Contract Recruiter
will be responsible for expanding the firms social networking presence in the
market,  opening up new avenues to source candidates,  attending networking
events, interviewing and assessing candidates skills and creating a pipeline of
candidates for client openings.

Experience : 3-5 years of recruitment experience in a high volume environment
within an agency or corporation. Candidate sourcing skills using a variety of
methods including: Social Networking,  Employee Referral, Internet, Direct
Networking, Advertising, and Colleges.   Experience with structured recruitment
methodologies. Knowledge of Human Resources regulations including: EEO/AA, ADA,
FLSA, etc. and ability to explain impact on interviewing and selection.  Ability
to communicate recruitment success factors.  Excellent interpersonal, customer
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(written, oral, presentation), negotiation, influence, and consulting skills. PC
proficiency including MS Windows and the MS Office Suite of products (Outlook,
Word, Excel)

Contract position may result in a permanent opportunity down the road.  Hourly
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Interested candidates should submit their resumes in a WORD.doc format to
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----- Original Message -----

From: Linda

To: LinkedinChicago@yahoogroups.com

Sent: Monday, November 09, 2009 6:11 PM

Subject: [LinkedinChicago] Sr. SAS Analyst of Analytic Development Chicago land low $70's

 

Sr. SAS Analyst of Analytic Development - low $70's
Chicago land Mgmt Consulting Firm
Reports into Manager, Marketplace Analytics
US Citizen, PR, Green Card or TN Visa Holder
Minimal relocation assistance may be provided

Marketplace Analytics specifically focuses on tracking marketplace performance and trends for firms' strategic business partners, allowing them to meet consumer demand more efficiently. They are part of the greater Supply Chain Integration Solutions business unit whose mission is to leverage information, technology, and advanced analytics to drive performance of retail, distribution, and manufacturing organizations in large, complex supply chains. Ultimately, the work produced by Marketplace Analytics enables firms' clients to make fact-based supply chain decisions and by doing so, improve visibility and maximize profitability.

Job Overview:
This is an in-house permanent position.
The Senior Analyst of Analytic Development will act as a technical development resource, testing/validation resource, and a support resource for existing reporting applications. The individual will work with the various Marketplace Analytics groups, the Business Intelligence team in IT, various external clients, and in supporting new business development. The role requires a strong knowledge of SAS.

Key responsibilities include:
• Providing technical support on current reporting related to the Marketing Analysis and Operations Analytics groups
• Developing department-level processes particularly those in support of new clients and projects
• Technical and user acceptance testing support for existing applications
• Developing new reporting capabilities using a wide range of tools including: SAS Microsoft Office, web based technologies, and others
• Continuing to improve the automation of existing processes
• Supporting and enhancing current reporting routines including:
 SAS code on UNIX and Windows XP operating systems
 Basic UNIX scripting
• Performing timely ad hoc analyses

Knowledge and Skills:
• 5- 7+ years experience working "hands on" with data, preferably in a marketing environment…something quantitative or in the social sciences
• Base SAS
• SAS Macro (intermediate to advanced)
• Basic knowledge of data warehousing and relational database design concepts
• Basic SQL
• Desired skills: Consulting experience, UNIX scripting, VBA, Advanced SAS ODS, Data warehouse ETL
• Bachelors degree with multi-year experience working "hands on" with data required; MA/MS/MBA preferred

Qualified candidates please e-mail resume and cover letter to: Linda@BentonSearch.com
www.BentonSearch.com