Air Oasis, former Amarillo EnterPrize Challenge recipient, announces Launch of New Joint Venture With European Distribution Company EverSafe! European based distributor EverSafe confirms that it has concluded negotiations with Amarillo air purification manufacturer, Air Oasis, for its new project “LUNA”.
Air Oasis was a recipient of the Amarillo EnterPrize Challenge, a program of the WTAMU Enterprise Center, in 2006 and has recently expanded product distribution internationally.
The launch of LUNA, a new joint venture project between local manufacturer Air Oasis and European based distributor EverSafe, is at 6:30 pm on November 17, 2009, at Wedgewood Grand Ballroom located at the Hilton Garden Inn, 9000 Interstate 40 West, Amarillo, Texas. The event will be hosted by Ashton Allison, Executive Director of the Entrepreneur Alliance. There will be an open bar. Hors d’oeuvres and champagne will be served.
Speakers for the evening will include Dr. Nabarun Ghosh, Associate Professor of Biology and Environmental Sciences at WTAMU, Jeff Bennert Ph.D., C.T.N., owner of Air Oasis, and a special thank you from an Eversafe spokesperson.
Dr. Nabarun Ghosh, who has published several abstracts regarding the effectiveness of the Air Oasis technology, will also be discussing the results of his findings.
Dr. Nabarun Ghosh is currently an Associate Professor of Biology and Environmental Sciences at West Texas A&M University. He has two PhD degrees, one from the University of Calcutta and the other from the University of North Texas. His areas of research include: Aerobiology, Microscopy, Molecular techniques, and Toxicology. Dr. Ghosh has lectured internationally on the topic of aeroallergens and pathogens. His studies on the elimination of pathogens such as MRSA using PCO technology have been published in the Texas Journal of microscopy.
Dr. Jeff Bennert is a Board Certified Naturopath with degrees in holistic nutrition and secondary education. He has a background in education and engineering. He is considered an expert of research and development in the air purification industry. He and his son Jon own and operate Air Oasis of Amarillo.
LUNA is a joint venture initiative combining EverSafe's uniquely designed air purification unit incorporating the Amarillo manufacturer Air Oasis’ revolutionary nano catalyst technology.
The exclusive LUNA models, couple state of the art design with revolutionary NASA developed nano pco enhanced technology. The result brings you a product that looks every bit as elegant as a space shuttle, combined with the very latest in air purification manufactured by Air Oasis here in Amarillo.
There arguably has never a time when cleaner air has been more important than it is today. Whether we’re looking at the air we breathe at home, at work, in our schools, hospitals, clinics, when traveling, at restaurants, movie theaters, or even when driving in your own car, we are faced with very serious challenges. We are constantly surrounded by some very nasty bugs including “superbugs”, viruses, molds, and bacteria. Through this unique NASA developed and Air Oasis enhanced technology “LUNA” has the answer to all of these challenges and more.
“LUNA” Air For Life
Air Oasis, former Amarillo EnterPrize Challenge recipient, announces Launch of New Joint Venture With European Distribution Company EverSafe!
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Amarillo EnterPrize Challenge 2010 has begun. Don’t miss the opportunity to win a share of $500,000!
Amarillo, Texas- October 5, 2009
The Amarillo EnterPrize Challenge workshops kicked off for the fifteenth year on October 1st with twenty growth- minded entrepreneurs in attendance. The Amarillo EnterPrize Challenge is a program designed to assist entrepreneurs in launching a new business or expanding an existing business. All participants gain a better understanding of how to develop and follow a realistic, bankable business plan.
This year qualifying entrants can request a share of $500,000 in capital funding grants and have the opportunity to join the WTAMU Enterprise Center business incubation program.
To qualify for the Amarillo EnterPrize Challenge, a business must be a for-profit "basic" business. A basic business is defined as one the primarily exports its products or services outside the Amarillo area, thus bringing new money into the local economy. To meet this definition, the business must document within the three year business plan that at least 75% of your company's sales would come from outside the Amarillo area.
To date, 40 businesses have received cash grants of as much of $75,000 each, totaling over $2.13 million in grants over the last fourteen years. Altogether, these firms have created more than 312 new jobs and bring more than $24 million into the Amarillo economy. In addition, these companies have invested over $5 million in additional capital since receiving their grants.
2009 Amarillo EnterPrize Challenge grant recipients are seeing larger profits and business growth as a result of their involvement in the program. 2009 recipient Johnna Pointer, owner of HOOP 10, explains how the Amarillo EnterPrize Challenge has grown her business over the past year,
“Amarillo EnterPrize Challenge has made a tremendous impact on HOOP 10 Basketball! Going through the application process taught me a great deal about HOOP 10 and the world of business in general. I recognized HOOP 10’s strengths and weaknesses. I saw potential that I had not seen, and I became very excited about the future. The resources at the center are unbelievable, and the people are invaluable. With their guidance and direction, I have tackled HOOP 10’s weaknesses and developed strengths.
As a direct result of leadership at the center, HOOP 10 Basketball is growing! For example, I have increased advertisement and brought event promotion to a new level. These changes have made a difference.Winning an Enterprize Challenge grant sets a business apart from others, and the publicity that comes with winning is consequential. The grant has given HOOP 10 Basketball status and prestige within the community and the surrounding area. While the process is tedious and the competition is fierce, the results are immeasurable. I am grateful to everyone at Amarillo EnterPrize Challenge."
Founded in 2006, Hoop 10 is an instructional basketball service for area players and coaches designed to provide a better understanding of the game by offering professional guidance and instruction through informative training sessions, camps and clinics, teams, and tournaments.
There are several changes to the 2010 Amarillo EnterPrize Challenge including new deadlines, two new judges, business planning support and instruction from the WTAMU Enterprise Center and the opportunity to receive up to $100,000 per business in grant awards per business.
To participate in the 2010 Amarillo EnterPrize Challenge, applicants must attend one of four orientation workshops in October and submit their two-part application by Friday, October 30th at 5pm. Orientation workshops are specifically designed to assist participants in understanding the EnterPrize Challenge and in helping participants with specific data that should be included in a business plan and financial statements. Upon acceptance into the challenge, applicants are then encouraged to attend group business plan coaching sessions provided by the WTAMU Enterprise Center beginning Wednesday, November 4th.
Orientation Workshops are held at the WTAMU Enteprise Center at 2300 N. Western, Amarillo, Texas and the dates and times are as follows:
The Amarillo EnterPrize Challenge workshops kicked off for the fifteenth year on October 1st with twenty growth- minded entrepreneurs in attendance. The Amarillo EnterPrize Challenge is a program designed to assist entrepreneurs in launching a new business or expanding an existing business. All participants gain a better understanding of how to develop and follow a realistic, bankable business plan.
This year qualifying entrants can request a share of $500,000 in capital funding grants and have the opportunity to join the WTAMU Enterprise Center business incubation program.
To qualify for the Amarillo EnterPrize Challenge, a business must be a for-profit "basic" business. A basic business is defined as one the primarily exports its products or services outside the Amarillo area, thus bringing new money into the local economy. To meet this definition, the business must document within the three year business plan that at least 75% of your company's sales would come from outside the Amarillo area.
To date, 40 businesses have received cash grants of as much of $75,000 each, totaling over $2.13 million in grants over the last fourteen years. Altogether, these firms have created more than 312 new jobs and bring more than $24 million into the Amarillo economy. In addition, these companies have invested over $5 million in additional capital since receiving their grants.
2009 Amarillo EnterPrize Challenge grant recipients are seeing larger profits and business growth as a result of their involvement in the program. 2009 recipient Johnna Pointer, owner of HOOP 10, explains how the Amarillo EnterPrize Challenge has grown her business over the past year,
“Amarillo EnterPrize Challenge has made a tremendous impact on HOOP 10 Basketball! Going through the application process taught me a great deal about HOOP 10 and the world of business in general. I recognized HOOP 10’s strengths and weaknesses. I saw potential that I had not seen, and I became very excited about the future. The resources at the center are unbelievable, and the people are invaluable. With their guidance and direction, I have tackled HOOP 10’s weaknesses and developed strengths.
As a direct result of leadership at the center, HOOP 10 Basketball is growing! For example, I have increased advertisement and brought event promotion to a new level. These changes have made a difference.Winning an Enterprize Challenge grant sets a business apart from others, and the publicity that comes with winning is consequential. The grant has given HOOP 10 Basketball status and prestige within the community and the surrounding area. While the process is tedious and the competition is fierce, the results are immeasurable. I am grateful to everyone at Amarillo EnterPrize Challenge."
Founded in 2006, Hoop 10 is an instructional basketball service for area players and coaches designed to provide a better understanding of the game by offering professional guidance and instruction through informative training sessions, camps and clinics, teams, and tournaments.
There are several changes to the 2010 Amarillo EnterPrize Challenge including new deadlines, two new judges, business planning support and instruction from the WTAMU Enterprise Center and the opportunity to receive up to $100,000 per business in grant awards per business.
To participate in the 2010 Amarillo EnterPrize Challenge, applicants must attend one of four orientation workshops in October and submit their two-part application by Friday, October 30th at 5pm. Orientation workshops are specifically designed to assist participants in understanding the EnterPrize Challenge and in helping participants with specific data that should be included in a business plan and financial statements. Upon acceptance into the challenge, applicants are then encouraged to attend group business plan coaching sessions provided by the WTAMU Enterprise Center beginning Wednesday, November 4th.
Orientation Workshops are held at the WTAMU Enteprise Center at 2300 N. Western, Amarillo, Texas and the dates and times are as follows:
- Orientation Workshop #2: October 6, 2009: noon to 1 pm
- Orientation Workshop#3: October 15, 2009: 4 to 5 pm
- Orientation Workshop #4: October 24, 2009: 10 to 11 am
- Amarillo EnterPrize Challege Application Deadline: October 30, 2009 by 5pm
Visit www.AmarilloEnterPrizeChallenge.com for rules and regulations and the complete business plan workbook or to register for a workshop or submit an application. The Amarillo EnterPrize Challenge is a program of the WTAMU Enterprise Center that is funded by the Amarillo Economic Development Corporation.
The mission of the West Texas A&M University Enterprise Center is to grow and diversify the economic base of Amarillo and selected regional communities by utilizing the tools of business incubation, business development and entrepreneurial education.
For information: http://www.AmarilloEnterPrizeChallenge.com orContact: cori@incubationworks.com Phone: 806-374-9777
What does it mean to be "consciously present?"
Written by: David Terry, Executive Director
Jerry recently posted a quote to his Facebook profile that read, "The most powerful thing we can do is to be consciously present."
He is always one to provide a good thought provoker... The most powerful thing we can do? So, what does it require to be consciously present? To be consciously present is to be aware in the moment. To listen more than talk. To be completely focused on another, their words, body language. To care about someone else and their ideas more than your own. To be still. It takes all of me to be present. No multitasking. No agenda. Each time I'm around Jerry, I feel important, respected and heard - like I'm the only person that matters at that moment. He practices being consciously present.
A few weeks ago our foursome had just teed off from the par 37th tee box when a single player caught up to us. He was playing much faster than us. Courteously, Jerry asked the player if he'd like to hit and play ahead of us, to which he agreed. The player, a young boy, hit his golf ball and we all made our way to the green (or around the green in my case). Even in that moment, Jerry politely, but consciously asked the boy his name, where he went to school, and they exchanged other pleasantries. For a brief moment, Jerry separated himself from our group to respect and encourage a young boy... conscious presence.
In the midst of a busy lifestyle, sometimes I find myself physically present but emotionally still at work or thinking of other things I need to be doing. Or in conversation, often I'm either talking or getting ready to talk. How different might all of our relationships be - with our spouse, family members, customers, or coworkers - if we practiced being consciously present? That's powerful.
Jerry recently posted a quote to his Facebook profile that read, "The most powerful thing we can do is to be consciously present."
He is always one to provide a good thought provoker... The most powerful thing we can do? So, what does it require to be consciously present? To be consciously present is to be aware in the moment. To listen more than talk. To be completely focused on another, their words, body language. To care about someone else and their ideas more than your own. To be still. It takes all of me to be present. No multitasking. No agenda. Each time I'm around Jerry, I feel important, respected and heard - like I'm the only person that matters at that moment. He practices being consciously present.
A few weeks ago our foursome had just teed off from the par 37th tee box when a single player caught up to us. He was playing much faster than us. Courteously, Jerry asked the player if he'd like to hit and play ahead of us, to which he agreed. The player, a young boy, hit his golf ball and we all made our way to the green (or around the green in my case). Even in that moment, Jerry politely, but consciously asked the boy his name, where he went to school, and they exchanged other pleasantries. For a brief moment, Jerry separated himself from our group to respect and encourage a young boy... conscious presence.
In the midst of a busy lifestyle, sometimes I find myself physically present but emotionally still at work or thinking of other things I need to be doing. Or in conversation, often I'm either talking or getting ready to talk. How different might all of our relationships be - with our spouse, family members, customers, or coworkers - if we practiced being consciously present? That's powerful.
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