The L.A. Times newspaper has launched a new form of editorial, the wikitorial The LA Times editorial staff introduces the new feature in a recent editorial, and the first wikitorial, War and Consquences , has already been posted. Is this an innovative new way to interact with readers, or will it be constantly defaced by reactionaries? Looks like I already ...
Read More »Jennifer E. Asumaa
Jennifer E. Asumaa will join the FIC as a Project Specialist on Monday July 11. Jennifer has a professional backround in managed health care and comercial property management. She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration, Finance major, from the University of Georgia and a Masters of Health Services Administration from the University of Kansas. Jennifer will be responsible for the ...
Read More »Future of work life
A survey of executives reported in a Technology Review blog predicts–what else?–more work in future. Not nose-to-the-grindstone, more like nose-to-the-Blackberry. Relates to discussions of work/life balance and "the creative class."
Read More »Pushing the envelop on healthcare delivery
There are high-profile business leaders who take an interest in big health issues affecting Americans and people all around the world. For example, Bill Gates (and his wife Melinda) started the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation to bring innovations in health and learning to the global community. Now, Steve Case (formerly of AOL fame), has started a new company called ...
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