FROM HOMELESS TO SELF-SUFFICIENT: The Hearts of Gold Story

Take 7 minutes to view the below video -- it will transform the way you think about charity and donating -- as well as reinforcing the theory that the greatest gift you can give is the ability to help one help themselves!

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In an age where poverty and homelessness continue to grow, Hearts of Gold fosters sustainable change in lifestyle and levels of self-sufficiency for homeless mothers and their children. This formula also stops the cycle of poverty and public assistance as these children live and bear witness to their mother's transformation.

There are many supporters of this program, including (but not limited to) and in this video, Tamara Tunie, Rhonda Ross, Housewives of NYC (Ramona Singer, Kelly Bensimon, LuAnn de Lesseps), Marcia Gay Harden, Emme, DJ Stik-E, DJ Chuck Chillout, and Lauren Scala.

So PLEASE, spread the word and share this video with everyone you know!
Our nation desperately NEEDS programs like this one!

I, Pattie Meyer of pattiedesign, thank the Manhattan Chamber of Commerce for introducing me to Hearts of Gold and I thank Hearts of Gold for letting me be part of its amazing journey. Happy Holidays to all.

Getting the Most Out of Your ‘Do-It-Yourself’ Website and/or Email Marketing Template

Do-It-Yourself Website and/or Email Template design programs are great! They often include state-of-the-art functionality, ease-of-usage for the novice and are typically quite affordable.

However, there are two drawbacks: (1) You can end up looking eerily similar to your competition, and (2) You may not be taking full advantage of all of its capabilities. Why? Because you are neither a designer nor a professional digital media/social media pro.

Here’s an innovative solution: From the get-go, hire a pro to design the ‘branding’ and setup of your website and email marketing template, and from then on, you can do the basic updates yourself.

Here’s an example: Kathy Costa, Owner of DanceWorks Studios, runs a very successful dance studio. She is great at what she does but she is neither a designer nor digital media pro. She wanted her business to stand-out from the competition and have the ability to do minor updates to alert clients of specials, school closings, etc. For a very minimal fee, she hired www.pattiedesign.com to design the initial website using a ‘do-it-yourself’ website tool, a Constant Contact email marketing template and create a coordinating logo for her facebook page. Now DanceWorks has it’s very own brand identity, is completely cross-linked in functionality, and updates are a breeze.

design by www.pattiedesign.com

Take-Away: You are a pro in your business and your web presence should represent your business in the same light. This is a great solution to get the most bang for your buck, avoid heavy startup costs, and reach your largest audience.

Why YOU Should Join Manhattan Chamber of Commerce NOW!

From Entrepreneurs, Small to Large Size Businesses, and Non-Profits, real people tell their stories of benefits and perks of joining the Manhattan Chamber of Commerce. With Melanie Gass, Michael Sharp, State Senator Liz Krueger, Deborah Koenisberger, JoAnn Robertozzi, Joan Hamburg, David Bomke, and Nancy Ploeger.

Why YOU Should Join Manhattan Chamber of Commerce NOW!

From Entreprenuers, Small to Large Size Businesses, and Non-Profits, real people tell their stories of benefits and perks of joining the Manhattan Chamber of Commerce. With Melanie Gass, Michael Sharp, State Senator Liz Krueger, Deborah Koenisberger, JoAnn Robertozzi, Joan Hamburg, David Bomke, and Nancy Ploeger.

Small Business Global Trade Award to TURBOFIL PACKAGING MACHINES, LLC presented by Joseph E. Schoonmaker, Chair, NY District Export Council

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More than 230 guests participated in the 2011 WTWNYC Awards Breakfast. The breakfast featured the Christine Quinn, Speaker of the New York City Council and many distinguished representatives of the international business community in the New York metropolitan region. The breakfast honored New York companies that are doing business internationally and organizations that are helping New York companies grow through trade.

International Achievement Award Winner HappyBaby and Keynote Speaker, Shazi Visram, Founder & CEO of HappyBaby www.HappyBabyFood.com

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More than 230 guests participated in the 2011 WTWNYC Awards Breakfast. The breakfast featured the Christine Quinn, Speaker of the New York City Council and many distinguished representatives of the international business community in the New York metropolitan region. The breakfast honored New York companies that are doing business internationally and organizations that are helping New York companies grow through trade.

The Role of Small Business in Global Trade by Irving A. Williamson, US International Trade Commission

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More than 230 guests participated in the 2011 WTWNYC Awards Breakfast. The breakfast featured the Christine Quinn, Speaker of the New York City Council and many distinguished representatives of the international business community in the New York metropolitan region. The breakfast honored New York companies that are doing business internationally and organizations that are helping New York companies grow through trade.

Welcome & Opening Remarks by Richard M. Larrabee, The Port Authority of NY & NJ; Co-Chair

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More than 230 guests participated in the 2011 WTWNYC Awards Breakfast. The breakfast featured the Christine Quinn, Speaker of the New York City Council and many distinguished representatives of the international business community in the New York metropolitan region. The breakfast honored New York companies that are doing business internationally and organizations that are helping New York companies grow through trade.

Welcome & Opening Remarks by Charles G. Ludmer, J.H. Cohn, LLP; Co-Chair

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More than 230 guests participated in the 2011 WTWNYC Awards Breakfast. The breakfast featured the Christine Quinn, Speaker of the New York City Council and many distinguished representatives of the international business community in the New York metropolitan region. The breakfast honored New York companies that are doing business internationally and organizations that are helping New York companies grow through trade.

Welcome & Opening Remarks by Terrence F. Martell, Weissman Center for International Business; NY District Council

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More than 230 guests participated in the 2010 WTWNYC Awards Breakfast. The breakfast featured the Honorable Carolyn B. Maloney, U.S. House of Representatives, Christine Quinn, Speaker of the New York City Council and many distinguished representatives of the international business community in the New York metropolitan region. The breakfast honored New York companies that are doing business internationally and organizations that are helping New York companies grow through trade.

2011 Economic Outlook : NYC Cost of Living and Housing

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Ken McCarthy, Cushman & Wakefield, discusses the topic "NYC Cost of Living and Housing" at the Manhattan Chamber of Commerce(MCC)2011 Annual Economic Outlook Breakfast,sponsored by Wells Fargo.

2011 Economic Outlook : "Committee To Save NY" Explained

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Steve Spinola, Real Estate Board of NY, talks about "Committee To Save NY" at the Manhattan Chamber of Commerce (MCC)2011 Annual Economic Outlook Breakfast,sponsored by Wells Fargo

2011 Economic Outlook : How US Economy Affects NYC Economy, Or Does It?

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Ronnie Lowenstein, Director, Independent Budget Office, talks about "How US Economy Affects NYC Economy, or Does It?" at the Manhattan Chamber of Commerce (MCC) 2011 Annual Economic Outlook Breakfast, sponsored by Wells Fargo.

2011 Economic Outlook : Program 421A Explained

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Steve Spinola, Real Estate Board of NY, talks about "Program 421A Explained" at the Manhattan Chamber of Commerce (MCC)2011 Annual Economic Outlook Breakfast,sponsored by Wells Fargo

2011 Economic Outlook : Intersection of Politics and Business

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Steve Spinola, Real Estate Board of NY, talks about "Intersection of Politics and Business" at the Manhattan Chamber of Commerce (MCC)2011 Annual Economic Outlook Breakfast,sponsored by Wells Fargo

2011 Economic Outlook : NYC Tech Sector

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Greg David, CUNY Graduate School of Journalism, talks about "NYC's Tech Sector" at the Manhattan Chamber of Commerce (MCC) 2011 Annual Economic Outlook Breakfast, sponsored by Wells Fargo

2011 Economic Outlook : The State of NYC Commercial Real Estate

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Ken McCarthy, Cushman & Wakefield, discusses the topic "The State of NYC Commercial Real Estate" at the Manhattan Chamber of Commerce (MCC)2011 Annual Economic Outlook Breakfast,sponsored by Wells Fargo.

2011 Economic Outlook : The State of the NYC Economy

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Ronnie Lowenstein, Director, Independent Budget Office, talks about "The State of the NYC Economy" at the Manhattan Chamber of Commerce (MCC) 2011 Annual Economic Outlook Breakfast, sponsored by Wells Fargo.

2011 Economic Outlook : Reflections on the Beginning of the Recession

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Greg David, CUNY Graduate School of Journalism, talks about "Reflections on the Beginning of the Recession" at the Manhattan Chamber of Commerce (MCC) 2011 Annual Economic Outlook Breakfast, sponsored by Wells Fargo

2011 Economic Outlook : Are We Still In A Recession?

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Anika Khan, VP & Economist, Wells Fargo, discusses the topic "Are We Still in a Recession?" at the Manhattan Chamber of Commerce (MCC) 2011 Annual Economic Outlook Breakfast, sponsored by Wells Fargo.

2011 Economic Outlook : Welcome by Joe Kirk, Regional President, Wells Fargo

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Joe Kirk, Regional President, Wells Fargo, welcomes attendees at the Manhattan Chamber of Commerce (MCC) 2011 Annual Economic Outlook Breakfast, sponsored by Wells Fargo.

2011 Economic Outlook : Welcome by Jeffrey Bernstein, MCC

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Jeffrey Bernstein, MCC Chairman, welcomes attendees at the Manhattan Chamber of Commerce (MCC) 2011 Annual Economic Outlook Breakfast, sponsored by Wells Fargo.

'Video is a POWERFUL Tool' -- Video 'How-To' Basics for Social Successs.

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Complimentary Video Series: ;Video is a Powerful Tool!Part of the 10 part series "Video How-To Basics for Social Success" sponsored by Constant Contact, Manhattan Chamber of Commerce and Sobel Media. Presented by Pattie Meyer, pattiedesign.com

MCC presents: Local Marketing for Local Business, June 16, 2011

One of the most important things to all of our businesses, no matter what type of business you are in, is obtaining more customers and keeping the ones you have. Those who have retail stores, restaurants and local service businesses rely almost exclusively on local customers who walk in their door and buy from them.

Relying on word of mouth is fine.
Relying on people just randomly passing in front of your doorway is ok.
However, there's more you can do, such as leveraging local technology to ENCOURAGE REPEAT CUSTOMERS and FINDING local customers who are in need of your goods or services.

This seminar will help you know what tools are available and how to use them to find new local customers and keep the ones you have.

Date: Thursday, June 16th, 2011
Time:8:30 AM to 10:00 AM
Location: Samsung Experience, 10 Columbus Circle, Time Warner Building, New York, NY

For more info and to register, click here!

Video 'How-To' Basics for Social Success. Part 1: Online Video Stats

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FREE VIDEO SERIES -- Part 1: Online Video Stats! ;