tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18820038013022517562011-11-27T15:21:51.926-08:00Ideas and inspirations from Matthew W. Gassen & Company.MGnoreply@blogger.comBlogger231100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1882003801302251756.post-39514691660790233202011-08-14T13:46:00.000-07:002011-08-14T13:48:35.449-07:00

Why weren't critical infrastructure needs prioritized over other issues...like LED lightbulbs? See the story here by CNN regarding our failing water mains. 80 year old pipelines, billions of dollars and many gallons in waste, and a D- rating from the American Society of Civil Engineers.

MGnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1882003801302251756.post-5662076464628347752011-07-30T21:47:00.000-07:002011-07-30T21:47:00.314-07:00

Stay tuned.  I'll be writing more and more as my obligations are changing for the positive.

MGnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1882003801302251756.post-54542223256222669212010-10-06T21:50:00.000-07:002011-08-14T14:37:04.753-07:00

It's certainly been a while since I've been here. But, I've not been idle. I've just changed my focus, and have been working with several close friends to help develop their business, while I build another. So, things are good! Hope that you're doing well. I'm happy to help you create, and offer my assistance if I can. Give me a shout.

MGnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1882003801302251756.post-70941844428914359212010-01-21T23:28:00.000-08:002010-01-21T23:28:54.618-08:00

What other company in history has had thousands and thousands of people assemble en masse, around the world, in support of a product that they love? I can't think of any, can you? And, this is a company that can't survive? Please. Check out the details at SaabsUnited.com

MGnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1882003801302251756.post-23552765232160231692010-01-12T17:41:00.000-08:002010-01-12T17:42:20.075-08:00

How do you market your green creds to smartypants kids? Research conclusions from Greenbiz.com note that "this wireless, hyper-connected, rather-text-than-talk age group relies on ads, product labels and news coverage for its green product information before performing a search on the Internet." Being a skeptic myself, I've long questioned the utility of many new media fads. This study supports

MGnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1882003801302251756.post-28310157454862294922010-01-07T15:06:00.000-08:002010-01-07T15:06:47.653-08:00

You may know by now that Saab is one of my favorite brands, and one of my favorite cars.  So, today, on the last day of "bidding" for the this great company, I thought I'd share with you some of what we'd lose if the company goes under. http://www.josephkosinski.com/projects/movs/blackbird.html

MGnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1882003801302251756.post-34528772496129169272010-01-06T10:52:00.000-08:002010-01-06T10:52:00.497-08:00

As I embark on a new chapter of my life, I am compelled to revisit a question that I first asked two years ago. Who are the thought leaders, the visionaries, the reformers? And, what are the revolutionary ideas that will make our world more sustainable? Notably, I wonder...who of this age, will be thought of as having the intellect and leadership abilities on par with great persons of the past

MGnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1882003801302251756.post-58488777428500337322010-01-05T09:10:00.000-08:002010-01-05T09:10:00.400-08:00

Do I need to explain why this factory is incredible? Do I need to explain why this car is no longer sold in the United States?

MGnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1882003801302251756.post-83752763650306363382010-01-04T21:09:00.000-08:002010-01-04T21:09:57.108-08:00

This is pretty close to perfect. Now, if only they'd do something about Dodge...

MGnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1882003801302251756.post-59557030931508082852010-01-02T12:41:00.000-08:002010-01-03T22:32:08.619-08:00

I just happened upon article detailing the rumor floating around that Apple Computer's COO, Tim Cook is in the running for the top job at GM. Silicon Alley Insider reports that, "Spencer Stuart has identified [Tim] as the next CEO of GM." I've noted in the past, just yesterday in fact, about the need for visionary leadership and Mr. Cook would be a change for the automobile industry. So, if

MGnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1882003801302251756.post-51459022358470845902010-01-01T11:13:00.000-08:002010-01-01T11:13:53.507-08:00

Check out FastCompany's photo essay on "Metro40, a new collaboration between BMW DesignworksUSA and Landscape Forms," that "reinvents the typical benches and transit shelters with high-tech solutions that make heavily-trafficked street furniture smart and sophisticated--and just might attract new riders in any city that buys in."

MGnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1882003801302251756.post-23867862836870957442009-12-29T00:33:00.000-08:002009-12-29T00:38:14.283-08:00

Well, then you must visit Juno & Jove for their "Winter White Out Sales Event." Since it's founding (helped by yours truly), "Juno & Jove has emerged as a premier shopping destination for the socially conscious consumer. Along with a focus on consumer education, Juno & Jove strives to create a sustainable lifestyle by offering clients consciously crafted products from brands that embody social

MGnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1882003801302251756.post-33350876062373351132009-12-27T21:38:00.000-08:002010-01-01T11:19:25.403-08:00

Anyone doubting the potential viability of Saab should start paying attention to SaabsUnited and its contributors. Among other things, those guys and gals have given us another bullet point denoted why Saab should be saved. In this latest demonstration of brand loyalty, we have a gem of a commercial that's just waiting to be polished up for the airwaves...all thanks to a Swede named David

MGnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1882003801302251756.post-68889303779673878392009-12-20T22:14:00.001-08:002009-12-20T22:14:35.435-08:00

MGnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1882003801302251756.post-51225681993920884332009-06-02T22:17:00.000-07:002009-06-02T23:23:07.136-07:00

Some folks, including many of my friends, will have plenty of bad things to say about this idea.I'm worried about losing old classics...being a car guy myself...and I'm worried too that we're spending more taxpayer money for private purposes.But, even though I'd do a few things differently in the end, I think the basics will help accomplish several goals. Primarily, it's very rare that

MGnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1882003801302251756.post-14237808262905912672009-04-29T10:07:00.000-07:002009-04-29T10:22:40.758-07:00

Everything is about change these days. Isn't it? Whether good or bad, it's all changing.So, doesn't it make sense to capitalize on that (in a positive way) and quit perpetuating the status quo if the status quo isn't working?Why continue to play with old toys and old rules that are clearly broken?We shouldn't. We should do something new. And, it seems to me that there are better ways to solve

MGnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1882003801302251756.post-47550728154553445252009-03-28T22:15:00.000-07:002009-03-28T22:18:52.077-07:00

The new 2010 Toyota Prius is actually looking pretty good. I just wish they were built domestically, and that someone would quantify the net energy input required for their construction and operation.

MGnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1882003801302251756.post-81615734304534449822009-03-08T15:28:00.001-07:002009-03-08T15:30:19.182-07:00

Way Basics, a promising new line of shelving/furniture, is playing up simplicity with a purpose. Be sure to check them out.

MGnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1882003801302251756.post-76410164301265125842009-02-22T19:55:00.000-08:002009-02-22T20:40:05.655-08:00

Greenbiz.com reports that Frito-Lay and UPS will add "greener" delivery vehicles to their fleets.For Frito-Lay, "the addition of the trucks is part of an effort to convert 10 percent of the snack company's transportation unit to more eco-friendly alternatives.  The Sprinters get 17MPG, which is more than 50 percent better than the miles per gallon achieved by conventional vehicles in the firm's

MGnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1882003801302251756.post-62751276574648097422009-02-13T09:36:00.001-08:002009-02-13T09:42:02.933-08:00

A new taxi is hitting the streets and it's powered by inexpensive, potentially renewable, electric power. Customers who've had the pleasure of riding in the vehicles point out that they're quick and smooth.  The little workhorses also reportedly have a 100 mile range!Amazing stuff.The year...1915.See the original NY Times article here.

MGnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1882003801302251756.post-33860346076750408052009-02-09T20:39:00.000-08:002009-02-09T20:45:01.716-08:00

Time Magazine, this week (Thursday, Feb. 05, 2009), has done a great job highlighting the turmoil and travails of print media in the digital age.

MGnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1882003801302251756.post-45992963288405215212009-01-28T15:40:00.000-08:002009-01-28T15:56:20.532-08:00

The "green" product marketplace is full of patently false and/or hard to define claims.  And, if you're like me, you may be having a hard time (even though I'm an expert) deciphering the claims of many products that you encounter throughout the day.  Granted, I'm hard to please.  But, I think you'll be as relieved as I was to discover some help.  While there are standards for "organic" foods,

MGnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1882003801302251756.post-9574261254592881252009-01-13T12:40:00.000-08:002009-01-28T16:03:16.741-08:00

The People's Grocery, a project run by Brahm Ahmadi, is located in West Oakland, California and provides a much needed grocery store to the neighborhood. http://www.globalonenessproject.org/videos/peoplesgrocery The idea is one that I support, having lived in a neighborhood that was struggling with a

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