The day I moved to Newton, hurricane Hugo hit. There was looting on the block, in fact, my wife got this beautiful sterling tea service. If someone breaks into your home in Newton, there is a pretty good chance their gonna' install a deck. My first Newton therapist, used to open up with, “Now what’s the matter?” Anytime I used to talk about my childhood he used to say, “Please don’t open that can of worms.”
Boston’s history is written in the bricks, stone, and steel of its architecture. Peter Vanderwarker will use photographs to explain why we live in such a rich city. You will see how Boston reshapes itself every 50 years, why it happens, and what it means.
Did you realize there is a vibrant angel community right under your nose? Did you realize that many people like you have discovered angel investing as a way not only to give back to the community they love, but to receive great rewards in return? Join the leader of Launchpad Venture Group for an amazing overview that will really open your eyes about angel investing. In his overview, Christopher Mirabile will cover ten surprising things about angel investing that will definitely open your eyes to this rewarding avocation.
Over the twenty-one years I worked in the MIT Admissions Office, what was important in evaluating freshman applications?
Intense reading and decision making on freshman applications takes place during November through February. How important is the essay? Does being a legacy matter? Are more AP courses better? Who is put on the waitlist and how is it used? How important is the interview? Questions about all aspects of the college admission business will be welcome.
In the immediate aftermath of the tragedy of the Boston Marathon attacks, social media was a critical platform for the release of information to the public. We will explore the way social media was effectively used in this time of crisis to inform - as well as the moments where it led us astray, and why.
Capitalism is the most powerful system for social cooperation and human progress we've conceived, and it's one of the most compelling ideas we've ever had. However we can aspire to even more. Conscious Capitalism is a way of doing business that reflects the interdependencies of all stakeholders, not just the shareholders. It is business as a "story of us", not a "story of me." By building truly human organizations we will create the opportunity for people to lead lives infused with passion, purpose and creativity, and in the process work to elevate humanity.
