ihub in San Diego Gets Gov. Schwarzenegger's Stamp of Approval for Innovation Initiative

Governor Schwarzenegger’s Office of Economic Development Designates San Diego as the Latest Innovation Hub San Diego iHub Now Joins California’s Innovation Corridor to Advance State’s Economic Innovation and Global Competitiveness

SAN DIEGO – To continue to center innovation at the forefront of the state’s economic recovery and position the state for long term economic prosperity, Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GoED) Director Joel Ayala today announced the designation of San Diego as the latest state-certified Innovation Hub (iHub). The iHub Initiative, which already boasts six regional hubs, seeks to advance the state’s national and global economic competitiveness by stimulating regional partnerships, economic development and job creation around research clusters.

“As a leader in developing new technologies, California will reap tremendous economic rewards through this critical Innovation Hub Initiative,” said Governor Schwarzenegger. “Regional iHubs promote business creation and research and investment in the public and private sector, and this, in turn, promotes California’s world renowned high-tech economy and ensures the state continues to lead in future industries.”



iHub Innovation Initiative
was launched in March 2010


Launched in March 2010, Governor Schwarzenegger’s iHub Initiative provides a platform for research clusters, startup companies, government entities, business groups and venture capitalists by leveraging assets such as research parks, technology incubators, universities, and federal laboratories to foster innovation and job creation statewide. For decades, San Diego’s research corridor has served as a springboard for technological and entrepreneurial business development that helps generate and transform innovative ideas into viable products and companies. The experience San Diego will bring to the table as a flourishing iHub is expected to be a tremendous asset to the statewide network.
The San Diego iHub -- focused on the convergence of three clusters: mobile health, biofuels, and solar energy and energy storage -- will join the six existing iHubs including i-GATE in Livermore, OCTANe in Orange County, the Greater Mission Bay Area iHub in San Francisco, Sacramento iHub, the North Bay iHub in Rohnert Park, and the Coachella Valley iHub in the Western Coachella Valley and Greater Palm Springs.

“For years, the San Diego innovation economy has proven to be very effective in leveraging the region’s geographic, research and workforce strengths to support business creation and innovation,” stated GoED Director Ayala. “San Diego’s participation in this forward-thinking initiative strengthens the state’s innovation network and positions the region for further growth in the national and global arenas.”

To learn more about the iHub initiative or the designees visit:www.business.ca.gov.

The Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GoED) was launched by Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger to help stimulate and facilitate economic growth across the state. GoEd serves as a one-stop shop for business needs and can offer assistance, resources, and other tools to assist with the creation, expansion and retention of businesses. GoED’s mission is to make it easier to do business in the state.

Media contact:
Luis Farias
(916) 826-6069
Luis.Farias@GOV.CA.GOV
Luis Farias(916) 826-6069

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Global Solutions Company PERI Software talks smart grid tech with CNN

Smart Grid Technology interview with PERI Software Solutions

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“Research shows that 60 percent of the electricity generated in this country is lost to inefficiencies, and the fact that smart grid technology is green, it makes customers feel good about saving energy,” Sarav Periasamy, PERI Software told CNN Headline News Local Charter Edition this week

            Los Angeles, CA – There is a lot riding on successful smart grid technology, which is why PERI Software Solutions Inc. is doing its part to educate the public and media on its deployment.  PERI Software Solutions Inc., a global business solutions company will be featured in a CNN Headline News local edition interview July 5^th and July 11^th, in Los Angeles and Southern California (check local TV Guide listings.)

            Last October, the Dept. of Energy allocated $11 billion for smart grid creation, and utilities are investing millions of their own funds to electric grid improvements in their service areas. While smart grid development is being tested nationwide, PERI has been offering smart grid technology after testing and measuring successful cost saving results over the last two years.

            “We are the Asian business-owned smart grid technology leader in this space providing end-to-end smart grid business solutions,” President and CEO Sarav Periasamy, PERI Software told TV Host Tracy Young, CNN Headline News local edition. The interview airs on Charter Communications, Inc. SoCal cable stations, servicing millions of viewers from Ventura County, Los Angeles County, San Bernadino County, Riverside County and Big Bear to Victorville, CA.

            “Smart grid technology is mainly used by utilities, and thanks to the Obama Administration it will be more affordable to customers and consumers,” he said. “Research shows that 60 percent of the electricity generated in this country is lost to inefficiencies, and the fact that smart grid technology is green and does not cost more, customers will feel good about saving energy and the planet.” For the full story visit:
http://tinyurl.com/25vwbbo  

Sarav Periasamy gives examples of smart grid
technology at a recent smart grid tech conf.

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LAEDC's Founding Economist Jack Kyser Retires

Jack Kyser, LAEDC

LAEDC will continue to provide the region’s most up-to-date and timely economic information, analysis and forecasting under the ongoing leadership of Chief Economist, Dr. Nancy Sidhu

Los Angeles — Jack Kyser, the Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation’s (LAEDC) Founding Economist, today announced his retirement effective June 30th after nearly 30 years as the chief interpreter of the L.A. County economy. Kyser will retire from full time work, but will remain as a consultant to the organization.
The LAEDC’s economic research department, the Kyser Center for Economic Research, will continue under the leadership of Chief Economist, Dr. Nancy Sidhu, to provide critical economic analysis and insight on topics related to the L.A. County economy, as well as produce unbiased analytical research about the industry sectors leading the Southern California five-County economy.
“It was the right time to retire as the department has never been stronger in terms of its economic research capabilities than it is now,” said LAEDC Founding Economist Jack Kyser. “The department is in good hands under Nancy’s leadership. She has done an extraordinary job leading the team and will continue to provide important analyses, opinions and interpretations about the region.” For the full story, bios and images visit:
Visit: http://www.mayocommunications.com/2010-NEWS%20RELEASES/NR-336.htm

PERI SOFTWARE SOLOTIONS INC DISCUSSES SMART GRID WITH BUSINESS LIFE MAG

Stephen Keehn, SDGE, Sempra Energy utility gets the lowdown on smart meters from V.P. Peter Wiersman, PERI Software Solutions Inc.

PERI Software Solutions Inc. spotlighted in upcoming 20thAnniversary issue of Business Life Magazine
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“After servicing clients in California and on the West Coast, we realized it was vital to bring our services closer to a rapidly growing technology market.,” Sarav Periasamy, PERI Software told Business Life Mag.
Los Angeles, CA – PERI Software Solutions Inc., a global business solutions company will be featured in this month’s (June) 20th Anniversary issue ofBusiness Life Magazine. The monthly publication is based in Glendale California covering national, regional and business trends and news in tourism, manufacturing, entertainment, international trade, financial services, technology and state politics.

Sarav Periasamy, president, PERI Software solutions at Asian Business Assn. golf tourney and fundraiser for scholarships.

“When I founded PERI Software, I knew in my heart that it was going to be a successful business enterprise,” President and CEO Sarav Periasamy, PERI Software Solutions Inc. told Business Life Magazine. “I love it when my team of engineers can provide solutions to help business streamline their costs of operations.”
PERI, a global business solutions company, headquartered in Newark, New Jersey.  Earlier this year PERI opened offices in the Wells Fargo Tower in the business district of downtown Los Angeles. Additionally, the worldwide company has offices in San Jose and Chennai, India. “PERI started as me becoming a consultant and gradually adding team members,” he said. “PERI has grown to more than 700 employees and has earned more than $50 million since I started it in 1999.”
“After servicing clients in California and on the West Coast, we realized it was vital to bring our services closer to a rapidly growing technology market. We have just opened an office here, because we believe Los Angeles leads the Pacific Rim in just about every industry and we want to help business grow to meet the technology needs of regional and international markets."
A recent LAEDC SoCal economic forecast finds that technology, tourism, entertainment and international trade will be leading industries to the economic recovery. Research reveals that the business demand for technology products was very weak in the first three quarters of 2009, when businesses were reducing costs drastically in order to survive the recession. But, demand picked up noticeably during the fourth quarter and sales of technology products held up better on the consumer side.
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Periasamy was asked “what’s the next hot new technology coming up for business in SoCal?”
“Smart Grid technology, mainly used by utilities, and thanks the Obama Administration will be more affordable to customers and consumers,” he said. “A Research show that 60 percent of the electricity generated in this country is lost to inefficiencies, and the fact that smart grid technology is green and does not cost more, customers will feel good about saving energy and the environment.”
PERI has been offering Smart Grid technology after testing and measuring successful cost saving results over the last two years. “We are the Asian Business Owned Smart Grid Technology leader in this space providing end-to-end smart grid business solutions,” he said.
Periasamy is scheduled to speak at the California Utilities Diversity Council's 2010 Green Diversity Summit later this month.  The June 28, 2010 Energy Summit takes place at the Sacramento Convention Center. He'll speak about how he grew his successful company from a small startup to global business.

www.perisoftware.com

About PERI :
Founded in 1999, PERI is a global business solutions company, which has grown to more than 700 plus employees and delivers high value-cost effective technology based business solutions. PERI draws on deep industry expertise and a portfolio of interrelated consulting, business processes, application development along with smart-intelligent hardware and software products. PERI blends strategic design, proven technology, and timely delivery of solutions that maximize customers return on IT investment. Be sure to visit PERI’s blog for company updates and developments
http://perisoftware.wordpress.com.
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Legendary Publicists Julian Myers in a league of his own

Julian Myers, the most trusted Hollywood Publicist and known in celebrity circles continues to break records and steal the spotlight even at a young
age of 92.

Patsy (wife) Myers and Entertainment Publicist Julian Myers who founded AmigoDay.

Hollywood Publicists Scores Big in Six Events In One Day.  92-year-old Hollywood publicist Julian Myers competed in the California State Senior Meet June 5th at CalTech in Pasadena in track and field in his age group and won five first places and a second  “to popularize AmigoDay,” Myers said.

AmigoDay is the holiday he and his wife Patsy founded six years ago:  “Just greet anyone anywhere, your way, any month’s first Sunday.”

The Senior Meet was open to anyone from anywhere so it fit AmigoDay’s criterion for sponsorship and Myers’ participation.

Myers was second in the 50-meter, tied for first in the 100, won the 200, 400 and  1,500 meter and long jump.

Julian Myers after running 90 miles from San Diego to LA invited 390 of his best friends to his 90th birthday party that ends on the same day as the LA Marathon.

He won the 1,500- meter American championships in 2006, 2007, 2008 and “probably 2009" which he scored at the Huntsman World Senior Games in St. George, Utah.     Each year he participates in six events in St. George in one day (“for AmigoDay”),  and will again October 6th.


Julian is still active in Hollywood publicity, having graduated from USC in 1939 in Cinema,  and publicized Elvis Presley, John Wayne and other stars at 20th-Fox  beginning in 1949. Julian is a former board member of Entertainment Publicists Professional Society (EPPS) and one of the most trusted and known in celebrity circles and entertainment publicity.


He admits, “The favorite client of Julian Myers Public Relations today is  AmigoDay.  Not a sexy star or $1,000,000 account,  but Patsy’s and my dream.” Julian has worked with some of the best in the film and entertainment industry and has represented Marilyn Monroe, Dennis Weaver to Marlon Brando to name a few legends.

Julian Myers on his 90th Birthday receives a gift from MAYO PR after running 90 Miles from San Diego to LA Marathon.

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