Woman's childhood in Nazi Germany provides fodder for new book Nov 14, 2007
Following graduation, McIntosh moved to the West Coast where she taught at Golden Gate University, became a risk management consultant with Warren McVeigh and editor of Practical Risk Management. She also became Squaw Valley's first female ski patroller, chasing a passion she has maintained through life along with bicycling and windsurfing. (Wood River Journal, ID)
Obama on verge of breakthrough by carving path along racial divide Nov 14, 2007
Michal Ann Strahilevitz, a professor of marketing at Golden Gate University, said it's no coincidence that Obama - like Woods - has forged a strong profile that stresses positive tones and issues that resonate with Americans "regardless of race.". That is different from past well-known African American presidential candidates such as the Rev. Jesse Jackson or the Rev. Al Sharpton, who have established credentials and deep roots in the African American community - and whose appeal was more... (San Francisco Chronicle)
CHINN, Randall B. Nov 13, 2007
Born and raised in San Francisco, Randy graduated from George Washington High School, earned a BS in telecommunication management Suma Cum Laude from Golden Gate University. He was predeceased by his mother, May Uyemura Lew; father, Edward; brother, Keith; father-in-law, Martin Leonardo; sister-in-law, Mary Lou Leonardo. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Many slaves to e-mail Nov 10, 2007
Michal Ann Strahilevitz, a marketing professor who specializes in Internet studies at Golden Gate University, San Francisco, says that in theory, people should be more productive due to e-mails, cell phones and text messaging. In reality, Strahilevitz says, "the time we used to find for tasks that require more than a few minutes of concentration is now being eaten up by unnecessary communications. We over communicate now to too many people because it is so easy to do.". (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
DSEM goes into new ops Oct 22, 2007
A graduate with a management degree from Golden Gate University, San Francisco, Davindra worked for AIC Semiconductor and Globetronics Technology Bhd untill early 2004 as operations and planning manager upon graduation in 1999. It was during these working years that I did a lot of research on the LED industry and found that there was a need for a business that provide reliability and test services for the major LED players in Penang. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Charlie Rose talks to Silicon Valley leaders about political protectionism Oct 13, 2007
Golden Gate University marketing Professor Michal Ann Strahilevitz told the audience about a male friend who had bought a Ferrari several years ago while going through a divorce. But he recently sold it, she said, to buy a Prius. (San Francisco Chronicle)
THE ASSASSINATION OF CHAUNCEY BAILEY / A FATHER'S FIEFDOM REDUCED TO RUIN... Oct 8, 2007
" In 1994, the year she came to the bakery, four members of Bey's bakery "family" were charged with imprisoning, torturing and beating a man, whom they suspected of cheating one of them in a real estate deal. Doe 3 was one of four women who told authorities they had been raped repeatedly by Bey when they were teens. Two were sisters who had been placed as foster children with Bey's wife when they were ages 10 and 12. They said Bey began abusing them soon after they arrived. DNA tests showed that... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Hillary Clinton ignites passions, both pro and con Oct 1, 2007
" Michal Strahilevitz, professor of marketing at Golden Gate University and an expert in consumer behavior, said Clinton, as the first viable major party female candidate for president, has faced the same stumbling blocks as other female leaders in politics and business: "When females are strong and harsh, don't seem to be showing a lot of emotion, are more rational than emotional, they say she's 'cold as ice' and use the b-word. " "Hillary is made of iron, she has weathered the worst media... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Fed slashes interest rate Sep 19, 2007
So you don t want to mess around, said Terry Connelly, dean of Golden Gate University s Ageno School of Business. The situation for the Fed could become tricky. (Montana Standard, MT)
Transbay contenders fighting for public approval Sep 10, 2007
They have bought a series of full-page ads in several local newspapers, and are holding a community meeting Sept. 12 at Golden Gate University where residents can question the development and design team about the SOM/Rockefeller proposal. Another group, the one headed by developer Forest City and architect Sir Richard Rogers, has launched a new web site which includes an animated movie of the proposed building complete with children running in circles through the plaza, flower venders, and... (San Francisco Business Journal)
As groceries gobble more of our wallets, these tips will help Sep 7, 2007
But Yarrow, who teaches at Golden Gate University in San Francisco, says it's easy to see why shoppers make bad financial decisions. "It's almost impossible today not to feel overwhelmed when you're faced with budgeting as groceries become more expensive. There's less time to plan and cook. And you have a whole host of 'shoulds' rattling around in your head like, 'It should be healthy,' 'It should be home-cooked,' and, 'I should do it myself to save money.' ". (USA Today -- Money)
New director of marketing hired at Oregon Pacific Bank Aug 19, 2007
Formerly a principal in Tango Marketing of Roseburg, she is completing her master of science degree in marketing communications from Golden Gate University, San Francisco. Advertisement. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
GILBERT, Charles David Aug 15, 2007
Mr. Gilbert worked as a traffic analyst at the California Trucking Association for 20 years, served as president of the local chapter of Delta Nu Alpha, a transportation fraternity, and taught courses in transportation issues at Golden Gate University. After retirement he served as a docent at the Coyote Point Museum and moved to the Magnolia of Millbrae where, after the death of his wife Joan, he married Carol Hardgrove Aldrich. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Coblentz, Patch, Duffy & Bass LLP Bolsters Cable and Telecommunications Practice with the Addition of California Cable and Telecommunications Association VP Jeffrey Sinsheimer Aug 15, 2007
He earned his J.D. from Golden Gate University School of Law (1985) and his A.B. in history from University of California, Berkeley (1980). Coblentz, Patch, Duffy & Bass has long history representing cable and telecommunications industry heavyweights, including: AT&T, Charter Communications, Cox Communications, Corp. (CoxCom), EchoStar Satelllite Corporation, TiVo Inc., Handspring, Inc., Multimedia Cablevision Inc. (Gannett) and Viacom International, Inc., among many others. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Budget Impass: Who's holding up California's budget Aug 4, 2007
STATE BUDGET STALEMATE / Who's holding up California's budget (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
SunTrust selects new bank president Aug 1, 2007
- Graduate of Golden Gate University, San Francisco. - Serves on the boards of Impact 100 and Pensacola Opera's Guild. (Pensacola News Journal)
Photo Release -- Northrop Grumman Names Richard G. Matthews Vice President and Site Manager of Its St. Augustine Manufacturing Center Jul 4, 2007
Matthews earned a master's degree in business administration from Golden Gate University, a master's degree in national resource strategy from the National Defense University and a bachelor's degree in marketing management from Virginia Tech. He is also a graduate of the Pennsylvania State University Executive Management Program and the Industrial College of the Armed Forces in Washington, DC. While at Maxwell Air Force Base, he completed Air Command and Staff College and Squadron Officer... (Primezone Releases)
Private firm buys Container Store Jul 3, 2007
The Container Store's popularity derives from its promise to help consumers organize their households and offices, says Kit Yarrow, a consumer psychologist and marketing professor at Golden Gate University in San Francisco. "It's all about control," Yarrow says. (USA Today -- Money)
SAN FRANCISCOWealth, prestige gone, a lawyer faces prison term Jun 11, 2007
" Mark James Avery was born May 3, 1959, one of three children of Luther Avery, a lieutenant who commanded a submarine during World War II. After the war, the elder Avery attended Stanford law school. He later became general counsel to the Golden State Warriors and the San Francisco 49ers before taking the job of running one of the largest trusts in the city. Mark Avery grew up across from the Presidio and lived in the city throughout college and law school at Golden Gate University. After... (San Francisco Chronicle)
10 men accused of plotting coup in Laos Jun 6, 2007
" Jack has been an adjunct professor with Golden Gate University for 15 years. Yolo County officials say they hired him in March as an ombudsman to help county employees with workplace issues. Eight of the 10 men who were arrested appeared in court Monday. Pao, wearing heavy dark glasses, sat quietly until acknowledging acceptance of his court-appointed attorney. At one point, Jack turned and winked at his wife in the audience. All the men are being held without bail and are due back in court... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Howrey Stuck in Conflict Fight Jun 5, 2007
Parties in IP disputes are attempting to disqualify opposing counsel more and more frequently, said William Gallagher, who teaches both intellectual property law and legal ethics at Golden Gate University School of Law. "It happens so much that there is some feeling among the IP bar that it's being used as a strategic tool -- that it's overused and abused on some occasions," he said. (Law.com)
Profiles of key players Jun 5, 2007
1976; adjunct instructor, Golden Gate University, San Francisco, 1975-1976; lieutenant, Naval Legal Services Office, 1973-1976 (senior assistant defense counsel, 1973-1974, and trial counsel, 1974-1976; private practice, Jackson, 1973; law clerk, Community Legal Aid, Jackson, 1972-1973. Wingate. (The Clarion-Ledger)
'Cities and Cars' is a must read May 29, 2007
Kemp, who has been a city manager on both the East and West coasts, has taught at the University of California, Rutgers, Golden Gate University and the University of Connecticut. He holds so many prestigious degrees the only honor missing behind his name is O.B.E. In the short time I've known Roger, I credit him for his common-sense approach to town management. (New Britain Herald, CT)
Prices at the pump continue to jump May 28, 2007
"People think gas prices are high, but they aren't feeling strongly enough about it to change their behavior," said Kit Yarrow, a consumer psychologist and business professor at Golden Gate University in San Francisco. As motorists have grown accustomed to paying more for gas, the tipping point has risen. (Orlando Sentinel)
Supervisor's plans marred by threat of fall from grace May 27, 2007
The flower shop, which until a few years ago was on Ross Alley in Chinatown, "was always the place to get cut flowers, since they always had the freshest,'' remembered Rose Pak, a leader of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce. But James Jew, like his grandson, wanted his influence to stretch beyond the flower shop. He joined a number of Chinatown's family benevolent associations, which even today help immigrants find jobs, housing and other needed assistance. By the 1950s, James Jew was well known... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
HP hires storage business boss May 27, 2007
He earned a law degree from Golden Gate University and a bachelor's degree in social ecology from the University of California Irvine. HP (NYSE: HPQ) is based in Palo Alto. (San Jose Business Journal)
The Motherhood Movement May 21, 2007
" she asked. Then, with a click, she sent the page off to her partner, Rowe-Finkbeiner, who would post it on the MomsRising site. During the next month, MomsRising members in Washington would send in hundreds of tiny garments for the Power of ONEsie display. By that time they had e-mailed 14,000 letters, made hundreds of phone calls and baked and sent 600 thank-you cookies to elected officials. At the end of April, the Washington Legislature passed and sent to the governor's desk a paid family... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Credit union association changes its name May 16, 2007
Kit Yarrow, a consumer psychologist and business professor at Golden Gate University in San Francisco, said that the term association "doesn't mean anything to anyone anymore." "'League' is a name that implies camaraderie and strength," Yarrow said. "Plus, if they've used this name before, it's part of their heritage." The league is soliciting donations from its 123 members so it can launch a radio campaign later this year to remind consumers of the differences between banks and credit unions. (New Britain Herald, CT)
Credit union group adopts earlier name May 16, 2007
Kit Yarrow, a consumer psychologist and business professor at Golden Gate University in San Francisco, said Tuesday that the word "association" "doesn t mean anything to anyone anymore.". " League is a name that implies camaraderie and strength," Yarrow said. (New Haven Register, CT)
Ignoring equity line could hurt May 10, 2007
This includes a first mortgage and a second or piggyback mortgage, says Roger Bernhardt, a professor of law at Golden Gate University. A home equity loan or line of credit taken out after you buy your home is usually a recourse loan. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
BREEN, Stephen Gerard May 5, 2007
A graduate of Kenyon College, he was engaged as an investment adviser since obtaining a MBA from Golden Gate University in 1985. Among his many talents Stephen was an accomplished athlete, who excelled as a swimmer and he regularly swam from Alcatraz to the Buena Vista on New Year's day. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Va. Tech Copy-Cat Threat Shuts Down Bay Area College Apr 19, 2007
Peter Keane, former dean of the Golden Gate University School of Law, is a visiting professor at Hastings. He was preparing to teach his 3:30 p.m. class when the school's assistant dean asked him to evacuate, he said. (NBC 11, CA)
Aljian, close Kerkorian associate, dies Apr 15, 2007
He held a bachelor's degree from the University of California at Berkeley and a master's degree in business administration from Golden Gate University in San Francisco. He was licensed as a certified public accountant and a member of the American Institute of CPAs. (Las Vegas Review-Journal -- Nevada News)
Afghan ambassador to talk on rebuilding efforts UCB, Apr. 13 Apr 14, 2007
DETAILS: After two decades in exile, Jawad, an MBA graduate of San Francisco's Golden Gate University, moved back to Afghanistan shortly after the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks. He was Afghan President Hamid Karzai's press secretary, chief of staff and director of international relations before being appointed ambassador to the United States. (University of California Newswire, CA)
CBS Fires Don Imus Apr 13, 2007
"I think they made a wise choice," said Michal Ann Strahilevitz, a professor of marketing at Golden Gate University. "Now I think everybody is going to be more careful. When advertisers pull out, it not only hurts that program but other programs on the network. And it makes a statement to their employees that they won't tolerate racism. "I think this is definitely a tipping point," Strahilevitz added. In recent years, Imus had expanded beyond his origins as a "shock jock. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Nature of Yale beating case makes jail time unlikely Mar 8, 2007
"That's not to say a jury is going to give these guys a pass," said Peter Keane, a former public defender, Golden Gate University law school dean and city Police Commission member who is not involved in the case. "But they will likely come back with a conviction on simple assault rather than the more serious felony charge of assault with intent to commit bodily harm.". (San Francisco Chronicle)
WAKE-UP CALL Mar 1, 2007
" One factor that intensified traders' fears during the day turned out to be caused by a technical glitch. At around 3 p.m. Eastern time, the Dow sustained a jaw-dropping freefall, losing about 200 points of value in a minute. The reason was that Dow Jones computers had become overwhelmed by the surge of orders. When the company switched to a backup system, it suddenly processed backlogged trades, causing the rapid plunge. The actual stock prices remained accurate, but their fall should have... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Federated hopes to change corporate name to Macy's Feb 28, 2007
Kit Yarrow, a marketing professor at Golden Gate University in San Francisco, agrees that Federated should take advantage of Macy's famous name, which is also "more descriptive of their company.". "Federated went through that painful process of changing the names of all their stores to Macy's in order to get more brand strength and awareness in a mobile, connected society," says Yarrow, also a consumer psychologist. (USA Today)
DAILY DIGEST Feb 16, 2007
He also is an adjunct professor at Golden Gate University School of Law. -- David R. Baker. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
How do I love thee? Let me list the way$ Feb 14, 2007
Let me list the way$ / Men spend more than women for Valentine's Day in attempt to atone for electronics excess. " According to the National Retail Federation, guys on average will dole out almost twice as much as gals for Valentine's Day, $156.22 compared with $85.08. Flowers remain the most popular gift, followed by cards, candy, a night on the town and jewelry. A survey conducted by BIGresearch finds that people will drop an average of $119.67 on Valentine's Day gifts, up from $100.89 last... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
Governor strikes an upbeat chord Feb 4, 2007
"It's time to fulfill that promise for all who are here and all who will come.'' Terry Connelly, dean of the Ageno School of Business at Golden Gate University, said these effective communicators have something in common: All are relatively new to politics, and their speech reflects life experience and vision forged largely outside the stifling halls of Congress. Schwarzenegger and Bloomberg "are well aware of the power of positive speech and the positive metaphor,'' he said, "because they're de... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Maduli named interim president at Cuesta Feb 3, 2007
He earned an associate of arts degree at Hartnell College, a bachelor of science in aeronautical engineering at Cal Poly, a master of science in aeronautical engineering from the University of Oklahoma and a master of business administration from Golden Gate University. Maduli is also a candidate for a doctorate in educational leadership at the University of Southern California. (Santa Maria Times)
Bernanke gets good grades on his tough first year as Fed chief Jan 31, 2007
I think he has done a pretty masterful job playing with the hand he has been dealt, says Terry Connelly, dean of Golden Gate University s Ageno School of Business. Inflation calmed down along with once-raging energy prices. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Charles Schwab & Co. Jan 31, 2007
He earned an M.B.A. in finance from Golden Gate University and a bachelors degree in finance from Cal State Hayward, now Cal State East Bay. Officials of the Oakland-based Food Bank, which feeds up to 40,000 people per week by working with more than 300 community organizations throughout the county, also named Beth Sawi, a former executive with Charles Schwab, as its new president for the next two years. (East Bay Business Times, CA)
Granite Construction Incorporated Names Jigisha Desai to Vice President Jan 26, 2007
Desai has an MBA degree in Corporate Finance from Golden Gate University and a BS degree in Accounting from the University of Houston. She has also earned the Certified Treasury Professional (CTP) designation. (PR Newswire)
U.S. Attorney for Bay Area resigns Jan 17, 2007
"I don't see Ryan doing anything that doesn't comport with the ideological line out of Washington,'' said Peter Keane, a Golden Gate University law professor and former dean. He said other prosecutors who reportedly are under pressure to leave have been those who "don't meet the general conservative litmus test ... "I called him to congratulate him on having done a great job,'' Russoniello said. Ryan, a San Francisco native and University of San Francisco Law School graduate, spent 11 years as... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Governor sets pace for politics on the Net Jan 14, 2007
Terry Connelly, dean of the Ageno School of Business at Golden Gate University, says it's logical Schwarzenegger would be at the forefront of such a sea change. "The governor is an astute businessperson, and he's been working with these tools way before he became governor," he says. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Suit against Lodi ends as judge OKs Rose settlement Jan 13, 2007
Throughout his trial and subsequent appeals, Rose denied any connection to the crime, but nothing changed until the Innocence Project's branch at Golden Gate University began investigating. Law school students and professors found evidence, submitted it for new DNA analysis and the tests showed that semen in the girl's underwear did not belong to Rose. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
STATE OF THE STATE Jan 10, 2007
" Terry Connelly, dean of the Ageno School of Business at Golden Gate University, says that Schwarzenegger's proposals -- particularly the wide-ranging health care reform package -- will be skewered as overly ambitious, too grandiose and too costly. But, Connelly said, the governor's ideas may be just what the doctor ordered in a year in which dour news of the war in Iraq and partisan bickering and endless earmarks in Washington have turned millions of Americans into cynics about politics -- and... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Gen Y's goal? Wealth and fame Jan 10, 2007
Consumer psychologist Kit Yarrow of Golden Gate University in San Francisco worries about the downside of young people presenting themselves on the Web vs. the intimacy that comes with real communication. "My fear is not so much for our society but for a sense of emptiness and depression these kids might have as they age," she says. (USA Today)
Lodi to pay $625,000 to man wrongly convicted of rape Jan 7, 2007
Rose's had used most of his appeals his grandfather had even paid a private appellate attorney in hopes of improving Rose's chances when the Innocence Project at Golden Gate University took up the case. Students and professors tracked down evidence from the victim's underwear and submitted it for new DNA testing that was not available in 1994. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)