Rwanda: The Way an American Institution Runs School of Fincance Sep 17, 2008
The government of Rwanda has been paying an entity called the William Davidson Institute US$ 343,000 (Frw 185,220,000) a year, supposedly for it to turn the Mburabuturo-based School of Finance and Banking into a center of academic excellence, "an internationally accredited business school that is recognized as a leader in the East Africa region." ... The William Davidson Institute (WDI) is based at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, USA. It describes itself on its website as a non-profit... (allAfrica.com)
Weekend arrests Sep 15, 2008
Arrested: Drew William Davidson, 18, of 2926 Sereno Point Drive, Titusville. Charge: battery. (Florida Today)
Tricks and Treat Sep 9, 2008
Alongside his 2008 classmates , , Pat Riley, Dick Vitale, Cathy Rush, and William Davidson, Dantley received his blazer and ring during a star-studded gala event that saw 55 of his fellow Hall members there to congratulate them on his recognition. Now you see him. (IrishEyes.com)
Riley: From streets to the Hall Sep 7, 2008
During the three-hour ceremony, Riley shared honors with Ewing, Olajuwon, Vitale, Adrian Dantley, William Davidson and Cathy Rush. Beforehand, all of them praised Riley, who took all three teams he coached the Lakers, Knicks and Heat to the NBA Finals. (Albany Times Union)
Couples to compete in Dancing With Our Stars Aug 9, 2008
Mrs. Melville, who is the director of the Brookfield Senior Center, said that the dance couples are BEF President Carol Dores and Whisconier Middle School Principal Deane Renda; Lake Lillinonah Authority member William Davidson and Huckleberry Hill Elementary School Principal Sharon Beitel; Parks ation Director Dennis DiPinto and his wife, Alison DiPinto; and Brookfield High School Principal Bryan Luizzi and Brookfield Chamber of Commerce President Linda McCaffrey. The co-chairman said that... (Brookfield Journal, CT)
Eva E. Parks Jul 3, 2008
She is survived by three daughters, Darley Dewey, Linda Hankins and Debby Shearer; brother William Davidson; six grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. Eva was preceded in death by her husband, Homer Parks, in 1992 and daughter Carin Ann Parks. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Budget passes, with 3.8% tax hike Jun 7, 2008
"I think people saw that the town government portion, which is much smaller than the education spending, represented a loss in personnel," said William Davidson, the founder of the recently formed political action group Brookfield Partnership and a former chairman of the finance board. First Selectman Robert Silvaggi said that it appears that eight town government positions would be eliminated. (Brookfield Journal, CT)
Round two for budget May 31, 2008
Finance board member William Tinsley said last week that the referendum vote was a signal that all the "stakeholders" in Brookfield need to "change their behavior." However, former finance board Chairman William Davidson said: "Brookfield has the lowest equalized mill rate of any suburban town in the Greater Danbury area, and we receive the least amount of education cost-sharing money from the state of any of those towns. "I would say that Brookfield already has pretty efficient operations," he... (Brookfield Journal, CT)
Budget vote Tuesday May 17, 2008
" Former Selectmen and former finance board Chairman William Davidson has been helping to coordinate what he calls "a massive effort" to generate support for the package. "We're doing everything that is reasonable and fair to get this budget approved in the first referendum," he said. "We are doing things that even go beyond e-mail. " Mr. Davidson added, "We're finding that people are interested in participating in this effort, including some new people that haven't been active before. (Brookfield Journal, CT)
Silvaggi resumes regular schedule Apr 12, 2008
Former Selectman William Davidson offered his best wishes to Mr. Silvaggi during the public comment portion of Wednesday night's meeting of the Board of Selectmen. Mr. Silvaggi opened that meeting by reading a proclamation in observance of the accomplishments of former First Selectman Norman (Bud) Brown, who died last Saturday. (Brookfield Journal, CT)
An Uphill Race? Apr 10, 2008
He is an Arthur F. Thurnau professor of political science and William Davidson professor of business administration at the University of Michigan. "This is overwhelming damage control," Lieberthal says. (Forbes)
Vitale, Riley among new Hall Of Famers Apr 9, 2008
Others chosen for the Class of 2008 were former college and NBA stars Hakeem Olajuwon, Patrick Ewing and Adrian Dantley, coach Cathy Rush and William Davidson, owner of the Detroit Pistons since 1974. Overcome with emotion, Vitale broke into tears during the announcement in San Antonio, site of the NCAA Men's Final Four. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Ewing, Olajuwon, Riley among those elected to NBA Hall of Fame Apr 8, 2008
on the weekend of Sept. 4-6 will be scoring machine Adrian Dantley, five-time NBA championship coach Pat Riley, three-time national championship women's coach Cathy Rush, longtime Detroit Pistons owner William Davidson, and the one and only voice of college basketball, Dick Vitale, who made it in after being rejected the two previous years. Ewing's transformation from Jamaican immigrant to one of the great centers of all-time began in Cambridge, Mass. (Boston Globe)
Pistons owner 'honored' by Hall of Fame selection Apr 8, 2008
You can go down the line of folks responsible for the Detroit Pistons' rise to the upper echelon of professional basketball franchises, but it all starts with team owner William Davidson, who has been selected as a member of the 2008 class of the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. Davidson is joined by six others, including former Pistons player Adrian Dantley and former Pistons coach and current ESPN analyst Dick Vitale. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Ewing, Hakeem, Riley top hoops 2008 HOF class Apr 8, 2008
Others in the Class of 2008 were and , two greats who battled on the court for years; player Adrian Dantley; coach Cathy Rush; and William Davidson, owner of the since 1974. Twin Towers. (ESPN -- Golf News)
Passionate Vitale headlines 2008 class Apr 8, 2008
Others in the Class of 2008 were Hakeem Olajuwon and Patrick Ewing, two greats who battled on the court for years; player Adrian Dantley; coach Cathy Rush; and William Davidson, owner of the Detroit Pistons since 1974. Riley, the third-winningest NBA coach ever, called his election "unbelievable, absolutely unbelievable.". (The Augusta Chronicle)
Hall picks its class Apr 8, 2008
WILLIAM DAVIDSON: Owner of the Detroit Pistons. ADRIAN DANTLEY: Six-time All-Star played for seven teams in his 15-year NBA career, including Davidson's Pistons. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Hoops Halls magnificent 7 Apr 8, 2008
Others in the Class of 2008: players Hakeem Olajuwon, Patrick Ewing and Adrian Dantley; Detroit Pistons owner William Davidson; and women s college coach Cathy Rush. They will be inducted on Sept. 5 in Springfield, home of the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. (Boston Herald)
Buffett named world's richest; Helu is second Mar 7, 2008
5 billion, William Davidson, the owner of the Detroit Pistons, was listed as Michigan's wealthiest individual. INSIDE BUSINESS. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Thunderbird School, Goldman Sachs partner to educate women in emerging markets Mar 6, 2008
Other institutions involved in the project include American University in Cairo, Brown University, Columbia Business School, Harvard Business School, Indian School of Business, Pan-African University, Nigeria School of Finance and Banking in Rwanda, Stanford Graduate School of Business, U.S. International University in Kenya, University of Cape Town Graduate School of Business, Judge Business School at the University of Cambridge, University of Dar es Salaam in Tanzania, William Davidson... (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
In a world of mostly men,this ride's for the girls Mar 5, 2008
Karen Davidson, great-granddaughter of Harley founder William Davidson, leads the group. Bikers cruising by and pedestrians staring in wonder clap and wave and give thumbs-up in support as the women make their way on South Atlantic Avenue to the Ocean Center. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
HALL-OF-FAME FINALISTS Feb 16, 2008
WILLIAM DAVIDSON, owner of the Detroit Pistons and WNBA Shock. Under his ownership, the Pistons have won three NBA titles and the Shock two. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Amorossi opts not to seek another term Feb 16, 2008
The flier stated, among other things, that "many believe" that Mr. Amorossi and former Selectmen William Davidson "are actually calling the shots" and that Mr. Murphy "is rarely in his office," claims that Mr. Amorossi and Mr. Murphy have strongly denied. The flier also alleged that Mr. Amorossi had committed "ethical violations" by serving on "the sewer commission" since he is a "part owner" of the BWC. Mr. Amorossi and former Board of Finance Vice Chairman Howard Lasser were the subjects of an... (Brookfield Journal, CT)
Ethics, collaboration are hot topics at Board of Selectmen's meetings Feb 9, 2008
Former Selectman William Davidson suggested that newly elected and appointed municipal officials receive a copy of the current Code of Ethics upon their being sworn into office and then sign a statement indicating that they understand the provisions and will abide by them. However, some residents expressed support for establishing the disclosure form that Mr. Silvaggi recently distributed. (Brookfield Journal, CT)
Grassley wants college endowments used to help pay tuition Jan 22, 2008
William Davidson, 19, a sophomore planning to major in economics, said he believes there is enough money in the endowment to increase aid even further, especially in light of the tuition increase. "I was personally very annoyed they needed to charge us more, instead of drawing on this huge amount of money they have," said Davidson, who receives financial aid and also works 10 hours a week as a dining hall custodian to help pay for school. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Silvaggi beats Murphy, recount today Nov 10, 2007
Mr. Murphy was also criticized privately by some of his supporters for how he handled a decision by the selectmen to appoint former Selectmen William Davidson early last year to the Lake Lillinonah Authority in the seat held by that body's longtime chairman, Ann Schiessl, who became Mr. Silvaggi's campaign manager this year. Some of Mr. Murphy's supporters have said that the first selectman should have promptly contacted Mrs. Schiessl when he had decided that he did not want to recommend her for... (Brookfield Journal, CT)
Special Report: The Business Of Hockey Nov 10, 2007
Even small market hockey teams are hot properties: Tampa Bay Lightning owner William Davidson, who bought the team, operating lease to the arena and 5. 6 acres of surrounding real estate for $115 million in 1999, is on the verge of selling that package for $206 million. (Forbes)
Forbes' top 400 wealthiest Americans Sep 21, 2007
2007 'Forbes' 400 richest Americans - USATODAY.com. Real solutions for your real estate needs. (USA Today -- Money)
Residents OK funding for Senior Center Sep 14, 2007
During the his first term, the selectmen approved a new tax credit and deferral plan for senior citizens that was devised following a study by an ad-hoc committee that was chaired by then-Selectman William Davidson. The Brookfield Journal 2007. (Brookfield Journal, CT)
Former Vincentians consultant sentenced to 10 years Sep 13, 2007
William Davidson was involved in computer and other business consulting for the Vincentians beginning in 1995. are formally known as the , which serves Missouri, Colorado, Illinois, Kansas and Kenya. (St. Louis Business Journal, MO)
NHL Still Seeking Identity In U.S. Sep 9, 2007
" This year, it received 4 percent, which put it on a footing with the PGA Tour. Lots To Be Hopeful About Still, there seems to be plenty of optimism. Teams are being sold for more than market value, and rumors are strong that expansion teams could be conjured up to play in soon-to-open new arenas in Kansas City and Las Vegas. Optimism? It certainly was perceivable close to home this summer. The current (and soon-to-be former) owners of the Lightning claim to have lost more than $60 million... (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
No GOP primary Aug 11, 2007
Former Selectman William Davidson said in a 2003 interview that the Republican nomination is of extreme importance in Brookfield's municipal elections. Mr. Davidson, who was serving on the Board of Finance at the time and was Mr. Murphy's running mate in the 2003 municipal election, noted that, for example, the winner of the Republican primary in 1995, 1997 and 1999 went on to easily win the general election. (Brookfield Journal, CT)
Taxpayer Assists Sweetened Deal In Lightning Buy Aug 9, 2007
" Although the property tax exemptions for the Forum are a recent windfall, Wickett noted that the Lightning, under William Davidson, had long fought property tax bills. When Davidson was negotiating the deal to buy the Lightning and for the leasehold rights to the Forum, the arena was exempt from property taxes, Wickett said. But in 1999, the year the sale went through, the county began sending property tax bills to businesses that leased public property held by groups such as the Tampa Sports... (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- News)
Anatomy Of The Bolts Deal Aug 8, 2007
" Five days passed with no response; then Sherrin got a call saying Davidson might be interested but wanted answers to myriad questions. "We worked nightly and started to put things together, getting one or two hours' sleep at night," Sherrin said. Meanwhile, MacLean's brother, on Prince Edward Island in Canada, knew someone in the recording business there, and they knew about Koules, the Hollywood producer. Koules, a former commodities trader on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, had played in... (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- News)
On Campus, a Different Pyramid Scheme Aug 2, 2007
"I think we're seeing the beginning of a trend as folks coming to business school are thinking more about societal issues and they are realizing it's important to consider a lot of viewpoints across the globe for business," said Ted London, director of the base of the pyramid initiative at the William Davidson Institute, an independent research institute specializing in emerging market economies, housed at Michigan's Ross School. Helping People See. (BusinessWeek)
Good Works: Carriers tackle hunger right down to the letter May 10, 2007
Registration for the ride begins at 9 a.m. and the ride gets under way at 11 a.m. Bill Davidson, a great-grandson of Harley-Davidson co-founder William Davidson, is grand marshal. The $40 per bike registration includes the police-escorted ride, music, auctions, raffle, vendors and after-party cookout by Hooters. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Consultant pleads guilty to defrauding Vincentians May 6, 2007
William Davidson admitted that he defrauded the religious order, U.S. Attorney Catherine Hanaway said Thursday. The Vincentians are formally known as the Congregation of the Mission, Midwest Province. (St. Louis Business Journal, MO)
GOP fill war chests for primary May 5, 2007
Additional contributors to Keep the Team include Anthony Lepore, 150, a member of the Cumberland County Redevelopment Authority; former Cumberland County solicitor Horace Johnson, 100; former Carlisle School Board member William Davidson, 200; and former Hampden Township manager Charles Kemberling, 100. The group spent about half of the money before the Monday reporting deadline. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Route 7 Bypass Work Begins May 4, 2007
Former Selectman William Davidson has said that the establishment of that commercial area would provide Brookfield with the kind of business center that exists in many other New England towns. First Selectman Jerry Murphy has said that the Village District would help boost the town's tax revenues, placing fewer burdens on residential property owners. (Litchfield County Times, CT)
Vitale Happy To Be On Sideline And In The Coaches' Hearts Mar 7, 2007
I think it's great the ACC is going to different venues. " Not everybody is happy with the tournament being held in Tampa. There have been many stories about corporations that usually purchase large blocks of tickets declining this year but Vitale doesn't think that will have any effect on the tournament. "The passion in ACC country is unmatched," Vitale said. "The ACC really lay out the carpet. (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- Sports)
Sports Television Feb 26, 2007
ESPN's Dick Vitale is nominated to the Basketball Hall of Fame this year with Detroit Pistons owner William Davidson, the same Davidson who unintentionally launched Vitale's TV career by canning him as coach in 1979. Vitale soon got a call from start-up cable network ESPN, and the rest is history. (USA Today -- Sports)
Detroit, Chinese auto industry may go for a drive together Jan 23, 2007
"You get what you pay for," Khalid Al-Naif, who specializes in the economies of developing nations at the William Davidson Institute at the University of Michigan, said as he looked over Changfeng's vehicles. But he doesn't underestimate how Chinese cars could conquer the market, having seen them make inroads in his native Jordan. (USA Today -- Money)
Murphy gets favorable leadership reviews Jan 7, 2007
The first selectmen and the two lower selectmen voted in late January to appoint former Selectman William Davidson as a member of the Lake Lillinonah Authority (LLA). He took the seat that had been held for 17 years by Ann Schiessl, who was the LLA chairman at the time of the selectmen's decision. (Brookfield Journal, CT)
