Frederick Andresen
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Re: Re: Is the American govenment too secretive?
Simply said, I don't think Mr. McCain is very smart. Which is understandable. I think he takes what comes in the door at any given time and applies whatever variable logic comes to him, which may differ later when the same issues and facts are placed before him in a different way. Too bad for the Republicans-- and maybe for us. Doesn't American need and want an intelligent leader? … Read More
April 28, 2008 |
Re: If you had $100 billion to give away, how would you spend it?
To a few, that is not a lot of money. But I would love to have the challenge to invest and do a maximum of good with it. Basically here is what I would do. A portion would be a fund to assist entrepreneurship in underprivileged communities on an international scale. This would be focused on lifting the promising and capable from a life lacking opportunity – by his or her own efforts. The expected result of this would be the development of a sense of personal responsibility on the part of those who would create value in society as a result of his or her efforts. But a major thrust would be focused on cultural development. In a part this is a reaction to the global technology expansion that seems to sap the mind and blur the focus of so many young today. Not to slight technical advancement, but in fact to balance learning and complete the human personality. I am of the opinion that a culturally rounded person is a healthier and happier human. This means funds would be put behind studies in the arts, music, and literature on many levels. Public and private schools, Internet content, through outreach programs of performing arts organizations, libraries, etc. are a few avenues for the investment. And an investment it would be with some portion expected to be actually profit yielding to promise ongoing supply of support to all.That is what I would do with it, and I am always open to discussion. . … Read More
January 29, 2008 |
Over thirty-five years of international business success in Asia and Europe and since 1991 active in Russian business and in Russian cultural affairs, living there six years. Founded DirectNet Telecommunications in Russia, recognized as a leading American company in Russia. Presently President and Chairman of Prioritel, LLC, a global IP based telecom enterprise centered in Moscow. President of the Los Angeles-St. Petersburg Sister City Committee; Board member, Chamber Orchestra Kremlin, as well as an active supporter of the performing arts in Orange County, California. Graduate of the Thunderbird School of Global Management and Colorado State University, recipient there of the William E. Morgan Alumni Achievement Award. Featured speaker, “Reconstructing Russia,” Milken 2000 Global Conference; Fifth Annual Russian Investment Symposium, Harvard University 2001. Author of “Walking on Ice, An American Businessman in Russia,” see http://outskirtspress.com/walkingonice, available on Amazon and other sources. Recognized photographer and lives in Corona del Mar, California.www.fandresen.com
Frederick Andresen commented on the Humanities on February 19, 2008, 1:15 AM
Everyone is right. The secret to a career success is not only about how to manage the details of the job, important as that obviously is, it is about relationships. In my 30 years in international business it is all about understanding the other culture. I have written a book on it. While America has been to a degree insolated from this, that was over, even before 9/11. Here in California you may be working with Vientamese, Hispanics, Russians, whatever. The foundation of success is a good liberal arts education from a good school whose teachers know thier subject and have been there, done that. Fred Andresen, Author of "Walking on Ice, An American Businessman in Russia." www.fandresen.com