In 2007, 77 people lost their lives in Florida’s boating accidents, affecting untold hundreds of surviving family members and friends. May their losses lead to saving many others from similar situations.
The document discusses the political and social issues surrounding slavery in the 1850s that contributed to rising sectional tensions between the North and South and eventually led to the American Civil War. It describes the positions of Stephen Douglas and others on popular sovereignty and the Kansas-Nebraska Act, the Dred Scott decision, John Brown's raid on Harpers Ferry, and Abraham Lincoln's election in 1860 which prompted Southern secession and the outbreak of war.
Congressional Gold Medal Ceremony Featuring General Steve (Cinco) RitchieZodiac Aerospace
This slideshow covers the history of and presentation ceremony of the Congressional Gold Medal to the American Fighter Aces. It features General Steve Ritchie, the youngest living ACE and last Air Force Pilot Ace since the Korean War.
On December 7th, 1941, the Japanese launched a surprise attack on the U.S. naval base at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. The Japanese hoped to catch the entire U.S. fleet in port by attacking on a Sunday. While some key targets like aircraft carriers were absent, Admiral Nagumo still ordered two waves of aircraft to attack. Over 2,400 Americans were killed and 1,178 were wounded in the attack that destroyed or damaged 8 battleships and over 180 aircraft. The USS Arizona was sunk during the attack with over 1,100 sailors and marines killed.
http://www.worldwar2facts.org/battle-of-midway-facts.html
The Battle of Midway is considered to be one of the most important naval battles of World War 2. The battle saw the Empire of Japan and United States Navy fight between June 4th and June 7th, 1942 and resulted in a major victory for the United States and Allied Powers. Soon after Midway, the Allies would go on the offensive against Imperial Japan.
We know that mesothelioma patients would rather stay local when receiving treatment,rnso we will review options for private medical centers, surgical consultants, clinical trials,rnand match you up with friendly, local physicians wherever we can.
We know that mesothelioma patients would rather stay local when receiving treatment,rnso we will review options for private medical centers, surgical consultants, clinical trials,rnand match you up with friendly, local physicians wherever we can.
John McCain was born into a family of decorated US Navy officers. He attended the US Naval Academy and became a naval aviator. During the Vietnam War, McCain was shot down over Hanoi and imprisoned for over 5 years, where he endured torture and solitary confinement without giving into his captors demands. After his release in 1973, McCain retired from the Navy and began a political career, becoming a US Senator from Arizona in 1983 and running for President in 2000 and 2008. Throughout his career he has continued to serve the US with honor and distinction.
Captain David Schnell retired after 27 years of service in the United States Navy. During his tenure, Captain David Schnell earned several accolades, including the Meritorious Service Medal and the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal. The former commander of the Navy frigate, USS Ford, he managed operations aboard the ship and guided combat initiatives.
The document discusses the political and social issues surrounding slavery in the 1850s that contributed to rising sectional tensions between the North and South and eventually led to the American Civil War. It describes the positions of Stephen Douglas and others on popular sovereignty and the Kansas-Nebraska Act, the Dred Scott decision, John Brown's raid on Harpers Ferry, and Abraham Lincoln's election in 1860 which prompted Southern secession and the outbreak of war.
Congressional Gold Medal Ceremony Featuring General Steve (Cinco) RitchieZodiac Aerospace
This slideshow covers the history of and presentation ceremony of the Congressional Gold Medal to the American Fighter Aces. It features General Steve Ritchie, the youngest living ACE and last Air Force Pilot Ace since the Korean War.
On December 7th, 1941, the Japanese launched a surprise attack on the U.S. naval base at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. The Japanese hoped to catch the entire U.S. fleet in port by attacking on a Sunday. While some key targets like aircraft carriers were absent, Admiral Nagumo still ordered two waves of aircraft to attack. Over 2,400 Americans were killed and 1,178 were wounded in the attack that destroyed or damaged 8 battleships and over 180 aircraft. The USS Arizona was sunk during the attack with over 1,100 sailors and marines killed.
http://www.worldwar2facts.org/battle-of-midway-facts.html
The Battle of Midway is considered to be one of the most important naval battles of World War 2. The battle saw the Empire of Japan and United States Navy fight between June 4th and June 7th, 1942 and resulted in a major victory for the United States and Allied Powers. Soon after Midway, the Allies would go on the offensive against Imperial Japan.
We know that mesothelioma patients would rather stay local when receiving treatment,rnso we will review options for private medical centers, surgical consultants, clinical trials,rnand match you up with friendly, local physicians wherever we can.
We know that mesothelioma patients would rather stay local when receiving treatment,rnso we will review options for private medical centers, surgical consultants, clinical trials,rnand match you up with friendly, local physicians wherever we can.
John McCain was born into a family of decorated US Navy officers. He attended the US Naval Academy and became a naval aviator. During the Vietnam War, McCain was shot down over Hanoi and imprisoned for over 5 years, where he endured torture and solitary confinement without giving into his captors demands. After his release in 1973, McCain retired from the Navy and began a political career, becoming a US Senator from Arizona in 1983 and running for President in 2000 and 2008. Throughout his career he has continued to serve the US with honor and distinction.
Captain David Schnell retired after 27 years of service in the United States Navy. During his tenure, Captain David Schnell earned several accolades, including the Meritorious Service Medal and the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal. The former commander of the Navy frigate, USS Ford, he managed operations aboard the ship and guided combat initiatives.
We know that mesothelioma patients would rather stay local when receiving treatment,rnso we will review options for private medical centers, surgical consultants, clinical trials,rnand match you up with friendly, local physicians wherever we can.
This three-minute slideshow keyed to the Marine Corps Hymn is a tour of a custom painted Honda Gold Wing dedicated to the rich traditions of the U.S. Marine Corps. Owned and ridden by a retired U.S. Marine.
The Battle of Midway took place from June 4-7, 1942 in the Central Pacific Ocean between American and Japanese naval forces. The Americans, led by Admiral Nimitz, had decoded Japanese plans to attack Midway Island and were waiting with aircraft carriers when the Japanese forces, led by Admiral Yamamoto, arrived. This resulted in a major victory for the Americans, as they sank four Japanese aircraft carriers at the cost of one American carrier, significantly weakening the Japanese navy and turning the tide in the Pacific theater of World War 2 in favor of the Allies.
We know that mesothelioma patients would rather stay local when receiving treatment,rnso we will review options for private medical centers, surgical consultants, clinical trials,rnand match you up with friendly, local physicians wherever we can.
The Battle of Midway Island was a major naval battle between American and Japanese forces in June 1942. The Americans had broken the Japanese naval code and anticipated an attack on Midway Island. The battle resulted in major losses for the Japanese, with three aircraft carriers sunk within five minutes by American dive bombers. This reversed the tide of the war in the Pacific, ending Japan's offensive actions and putting them on the defensive for the rest of the war.
The document discusses the rationale and criticisms of the US invasion of Iraq in 2003. The US and UK justified invasion based on beliefs that Iraq possessed WMDs and had not complied with UN resolutions, but some military leaders and politicians opposed due to lack of evidence. After invasion, no WMDs were found and the war was criticized as illegal under international law and resulted in massive loss of life estimated between 100,000 to over 1 million.
The Battle of Midway took place between the United States and Japanese naval forces. Admiral Chester Nimitz led the US Pacific Fleet against Admiral Isoroku Yamamoto's Combined Fleet of Japan. The battle resulted in major losses for the Japanese, including four aircraft carriers and a heavy cruiser, while the US lost the aircraft carrier USS Yorktown and a destroyer. Over 3,000 Japanese personnel were killed compared to 340 Americans.
We know that mesothelioma patients would rather stay local when receiving treatment,rnso we will review options for private medical centers, surgical consultants, clinical trials,rnand match you up with friendly, local physicians wherever we can.
This document is a response to a motion for summary judgment filed in a negligence lawsuit arising from a fatal boating collision. It provides background on the collision, which involved boats driven by Steven Donovan and Charles Duncan and resulted in the death of Sheila Starmer. The response argues that genuine issues of material fact exist as to whether Donovan breached his duty of care and proximately caused the collision based on evidence that he operated his boat in violation of boating safety rules and caused the collision. As a result, the plaintiffs request the court to deny the motion for summary judgment and allow the case to proceed to a jury trial.
FindLaw: Charges Against Suspects Accused in Syngaoguge Bomb Plot and Airport...gueste39dc2e
Federal charges aginst 4 people accused of being part of a plot and conspiracy to blow up a synagogue in the Bronx, NY and shoot airplaines with Stinger missles
4 Americans on hijacked yacht dead off Somaliaphuketsailing5
Pirates hijacked a yacht carrying four Americans off Somalia and killed the hostages despite efforts by the U.S. Navy to negotiate their release. A rocket-propelled grenade was fired from the yacht at a nearby U.S. destroyer, followed by gunfire. When U.S. special forces boarded the yacht, they found the four Americans fatally wounded. The killings mark the first time Americans have been killed by Somali pirates and suggest an increasingly aggressive shift in how pirates are treating hostages.
The Battle of Midway took place from June 4-7, 1942 in the Pacific Theater of World War 2. The Japanese aimed to draw out and destroy the remaining U.S. carriers to take control of Midway Atoll. However, U.S. codebreakers had cracked Japan's naval code and warned of their plan. In a major turning point, U.S. dive bombers surprised the Japanese fleet on June 4th, sinking four aircraft carriers in under 5 minutes. While the U.S. lost the carrier Yorktown, Japan suffered heavy losses that ended their offensive capabilities in the Pacific, shifting the war's momentum in favor of the Allies.
The document summarizes key events in the Pacific theater of World War II, including the causes of conflict between Japan and the United States, major battles like Pearl Harbor, Coral Sea, Midway, Iwo Jima, and Okinawa, the US atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, and Japan's surrender. It discusses Japan's imperialist ambitions, the US oil embargo, and the Anti-Comintern Pact as causes for war. It also provides details on the devastating attacks and high casualties at Pearl Harbor and battles over the Pacific, leading to massive loss of life until the atomic bombs ended the war.
Always Ready – A Televised Life Jacket Wear CampaignNASBLA
This session will present recreational boating safety’s new 30-second life jacket TV commercial, Always Ready, scheduled for distribution on fishing programs this summer. The commercials are scheduled to broadcast more than 1,100 times on seven popular television networks including the Discovery Channel and the Outdoor Channel with a total audience of 238.1 million American households. Fishing is one of America’s most popular activities and anglers are one of boating’s most at-risk groups – in 2020 35.3% of fatal boating incidents occurred during fishing outings. The 30-second Always Ready commercials are supported by a longer web-based docu-mercial each reminding anglers to always wear a life jacket while boating. This short session will share the campaign’s creative content and early results. If time allows, additional Water Sports Foundation life jacket outreach materials will be presented encouraging attendees to use them freely!
Speaker: Jim Emmons, Water Sports Foundation, Executive Director
A Professional Angler’s Take on Boating SafetyNASBLA
Hunter will share how his boating accident resulted in a full-time career in the fishing industry. Hear how Hunter's experiences in the for-profit and tournament sector of the fishing industry have led to new communication techniques to effectively deliver the boating safety message. Join him for tips and tricks on how we can effectively market to our target demographics in order to reduce water related tragedies.
Speaker: Hunter Bland, Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA, Boating Safety Ambassador & Professional Bass Angler
One in five American families started a new outdoor habit during the pandemic, new research shows. The boating industry is booming as Americans turn to the water, and there’s no sign of the momentum slowing. With each of our programs, we work towards fulfilling our vision of helping create a safe experience for recreational boaters. The Safe Boating Campaign had to course adjust over the last two summers from an in-person grassroots outreach approach to a robust digital campaign, along with creative ways to reach boaters at launch points. The Life Jacket is the star of the show as you’ll see in our marketing content.
Speaker: Peg Phillips, National Safe Boating Council, Executive Director
Get the drift on a new program for boaters to assist the U.S. Coast Guard, local sheriff marine units and the Fish and Wildlife Commission. Aqua Alert would provide authorities with volunteers for those unique situations when extra “eyes on the water” would help during a lost at sea search. The inspiration, the Aqua Alert Pilot Program and the nation-wide vision, will be featured in this presentation. Bringing additional hope to water searches, these volunteers could be the answer to prayers.
Speaker: Judy Schink, Aqua Alert
Rapid Changing Cover Designs Enhance User WearabilityNASBLA
Rapidly changing life preserver cover designs aim to enhance user wearability by addressing typical complaints about styles and materials. Newer coated fabrics are lighter, softer, and more flexible than traditional stiff, heavy materials like coated vinyl. Fabric technology has advanced from early TPU generations to lighter membranes and softer polymers in newer versions. Continued innovation will require navigating UL testing standards for incremental and disruptive changes to components and materials.
How Product Evolution is Increasing Safety on the WaterNASBLA
Join this session to hear from WSIA’s Lee Gatts as he discusses recent legislation affecting the towed water sports industry and how new products in the market are increasing safety on the water but also creating new challenges to education and operation.
Speaker: Lee Gatts, Water Sports Industry Association (WSIA), Director of Government Affairs
We know that mesothelioma patients would rather stay local when receiving treatment,rnso we will review options for private medical centers, surgical consultants, clinical trials,rnand match you up with friendly, local physicians wherever we can.
This three-minute slideshow keyed to the Marine Corps Hymn is a tour of a custom painted Honda Gold Wing dedicated to the rich traditions of the U.S. Marine Corps. Owned and ridden by a retired U.S. Marine.
The Battle of Midway took place from June 4-7, 1942 in the Central Pacific Ocean between American and Japanese naval forces. The Americans, led by Admiral Nimitz, had decoded Japanese plans to attack Midway Island and were waiting with aircraft carriers when the Japanese forces, led by Admiral Yamamoto, arrived. This resulted in a major victory for the Americans, as they sank four Japanese aircraft carriers at the cost of one American carrier, significantly weakening the Japanese navy and turning the tide in the Pacific theater of World War 2 in favor of the Allies.
We know that mesothelioma patients would rather stay local when receiving treatment,rnso we will review options for private medical centers, surgical consultants, clinical trials,rnand match you up with friendly, local physicians wherever we can.
The Battle of Midway Island was a major naval battle between American and Japanese forces in June 1942. The Americans had broken the Japanese naval code and anticipated an attack on Midway Island. The battle resulted in major losses for the Japanese, with three aircraft carriers sunk within five minutes by American dive bombers. This reversed the tide of the war in the Pacific, ending Japan's offensive actions and putting them on the defensive for the rest of the war.
The document discusses the rationale and criticisms of the US invasion of Iraq in 2003. The US and UK justified invasion based on beliefs that Iraq possessed WMDs and had not complied with UN resolutions, but some military leaders and politicians opposed due to lack of evidence. After invasion, no WMDs were found and the war was criticized as illegal under international law and resulted in massive loss of life estimated between 100,000 to over 1 million.
The Battle of Midway took place between the United States and Japanese naval forces. Admiral Chester Nimitz led the US Pacific Fleet against Admiral Isoroku Yamamoto's Combined Fleet of Japan. The battle resulted in major losses for the Japanese, including four aircraft carriers and a heavy cruiser, while the US lost the aircraft carrier USS Yorktown and a destroyer. Over 3,000 Japanese personnel were killed compared to 340 Americans.
We know that mesothelioma patients would rather stay local when receiving treatment,rnso we will review options for private medical centers, surgical consultants, clinical trials,rnand match you up with friendly, local physicians wherever we can.
This document is a response to a motion for summary judgment filed in a negligence lawsuit arising from a fatal boating collision. It provides background on the collision, which involved boats driven by Steven Donovan and Charles Duncan and resulted in the death of Sheila Starmer. The response argues that genuine issues of material fact exist as to whether Donovan breached his duty of care and proximately caused the collision based on evidence that he operated his boat in violation of boating safety rules and caused the collision. As a result, the plaintiffs request the court to deny the motion for summary judgment and allow the case to proceed to a jury trial.
FindLaw: Charges Against Suspects Accused in Syngaoguge Bomb Plot and Airport...gueste39dc2e
Federal charges aginst 4 people accused of being part of a plot and conspiracy to blow up a synagogue in the Bronx, NY and shoot airplaines with Stinger missles
4 Americans on hijacked yacht dead off Somaliaphuketsailing5
Pirates hijacked a yacht carrying four Americans off Somalia and killed the hostages despite efforts by the U.S. Navy to negotiate their release. A rocket-propelled grenade was fired from the yacht at a nearby U.S. destroyer, followed by gunfire. When U.S. special forces boarded the yacht, they found the four Americans fatally wounded. The killings mark the first time Americans have been killed by Somali pirates and suggest an increasingly aggressive shift in how pirates are treating hostages.
The Battle of Midway took place from June 4-7, 1942 in the Pacific Theater of World War 2. The Japanese aimed to draw out and destroy the remaining U.S. carriers to take control of Midway Atoll. However, U.S. codebreakers had cracked Japan's naval code and warned of their plan. In a major turning point, U.S. dive bombers surprised the Japanese fleet on June 4th, sinking four aircraft carriers in under 5 minutes. While the U.S. lost the carrier Yorktown, Japan suffered heavy losses that ended their offensive capabilities in the Pacific, shifting the war's momentum in favor of the Allies.
The document summarizes key events in the Pacific theater of World War II, including the causes of conflict between Japan and the United States, major battles like Pearl Harbor, Coral Sea, Midway, Iwo Jima, and Okinawa, the US atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, and Japan's surrender. It discusses Japan's imperialist ambitions, the US oil embargo, and the Anti-Comintern Pact as causes for war. It also provides details on the devastating attacks and high casualties at Pearl Harbor and battles over the Pacific, leading to massive loss of life until the atomic bombs ended the war.
Always Ready – A Televised Life Jacket Wear CampaignNASBLA
This session will present recreational boating safety’s new 30-second life jacket TV commercial, Always Ready, scheduled for distribution on fishing programs this summer. The commercials are scheduled to broadcast more than 1,100 times on seven popular television networks including the Discovery Channel and the Outdoor Channel with a total audience of 238.1 million American households. Fishing is one of America’s most popular activities and anglers are one of boating’s most at-risk groups – in 2020 35.3% of fatal boating incidents occurred during fishing outings. The 30-second Always Ready commercials are supported by a longer web-based docu-mercial each reminding anglers to always wear a life jacket while boating. This short session will share the campaign’s creative content and early results. If time allows, additional Water Sports Foundation life jacket outreach materials will be presented encouraging attendees to use them freely!
Speaker: Jim Emmons, Water Sports Foundation, Executive Director
A Professional Angler’s Take on Boating SafetyNASBLA
Hunter will share how his boating accident resulted in a full-time career in the fishing industry. Hear how Hunter's experiences in the for-profit and tournament sector of the fishing industry have led to new communication techniques to effectively deliver the boating safety message. Join him for tips and tricks on how we can effectively market to our target demographics in order to reduce water related tragedies.
Speaker: Hunter Bland, Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA, Boating Safety Ambassador & Professional Bass Angler
One in five American families started a new outdoor habit during the pandemic, new research shows. The boating industry is booming as Americans turn to the water, and there’s no sign of the momentum slowing. With each of our programs, we work towards fulfilling our vision of helping create a safe experience for recreational boaters. The Safe Boating Campaign had to course adjust over the last two summers from an in-person grassroots outreach approach to a robust digital campaign, along with creative ways to reach boaters at launch points. The Life Jacket is the star of the show as you’ll see in our marketing content.
Speaker: Peg Phillips, National Safe Boating Council, Executive Director
Get the drift on a new program for boaters to assist the U.S. Coast Guard, local sheriff marine units and the Fish and Wildlife Commission. Aqua Alert would provide authorities with volunteers for those unique situations when extra “eyes on the water” would help during a lost at sea search. The inspiration, the Aqua Alert Pilot Program and the nation-wide vision, will be featured in this presentation. Bringing additional hope to water searches, these volunteers could be the answer to prayers.
Speaker: Judy Schink, Aqua Alert
Rapid Changing Cover Designs Enhance User WearabilityNASBLA
Rapidly changing life preserver cover designs aim to enhance user wearability by addressing typical complaints about styles and materials. Newer coated fabrics are lighter, softer, and more flexible than traditional stiff, heavy materials like coated vinyl. Fabric technology has advanced from early TPU generations to lighter membranes and softer polymers in newer versions. Continued innovation will require navigating UL testing standards for incremental and disruptive changes to components and materials.
How Product Evolution is Increasing Safety on the WaterNASBLA
Join this session to hear from WSIA’s Lee Gatts as he discusses recent legislation affecting the towed water sports industry and how new products in the market are increasing safety on the water but also creating new challenges to education and operation.
Speaker: Lee Gatts, Water Sports Industry Association (WSIA), Director of Government Affairs
Regulatory Framework in Europe & the Changes Related to Brexit for PFD'sNASBLA
This session will focus on the regulatory framework surrounding placing PFD’s on the market within the European Union and what is legally required by manufacturers in order to attach the CE mark or Wheelmark to their products. The session will then focus on the legislative changes for placing product on the market in the UK following Brexit with guidance on how to use the UKCA or Red Ensign mark and what is required in order to affix these marks to products for placement on the market. The presentation will also provide service offerings from UL which helps customers to meet their legal obligations when looking to place PFD products on the market in the UK and Europe.
Speaker: Michael Kirkland, UL LLC, Senior Staff Engineer
The purpose of this presentation is to update the conference attendees on the R&D project that was conducted by UL to compile data on infant and child manikins currently incorporated into various life jacket certifications standards. With manikins not currently an acceptable path towards certification in North America, this project was conducted to start compiling in-water performance to compare to existing human subject data for currently USCG Approved devices and USCG reference test devices.
Speaker: Christopher James, UL LLC, Principal Engineering Manager
This document provides an overview of UL's business updates for May 2022. It discusses UL's brand presence and leadership in certifying products for safety and sustainability. In 2021, UL issued over 19.8 million personal flotation device labels in the US. The document also outlines UL's testing, inspection, and certification services that can provide global market access under various compliance marks. It lists the PFD team members and their locations in RTP, NC and Warrington, UK.
The Success & Future Plans for the Sea Tow Foundation's Life Jacket Loaner P...NASBLA
The Sea Tow Foundation’s Life Jacket Loaner Program began in 2008 and, while there were a number of other loaner programs operating decades before, the Sea Tow Foundation learned from them and has developed a robust program that is easy for local organizations to implement and maintain. As we enter our 14th summer, the Sea Tow Foundation has been able to establish life jacket loaner stations in all 50 states as well as in D.C., American Samoa and the Virgin Islands and that is something that no other life loaner program can claim. Our other successes will be presented as well as discussion of our future plans for the Life Jacket Loaner Program in this session.
Speaker: Gail Kulp, Sea Tow Foundation, Executive Director
LJA and the U.S. National Water Safety Action PlanNASBLA
The U.S. National Water Safety Action Plan (USNWSAP) will be a strategic, evidence-informed plan, created by experts in drowning prevention and informed by water safety stakeholders and practitioners from across the country, aimed at preventing drowning in the USA. Considering that most prevention needs to happen at the subnational level, the USNWSAP will be a model- based plan, focusing on providing guidance on what a model water safety community, county, and state should look like, as well as identifying national level activities that guide and support subnational efforts. The Life Jacket Working Group has identified 23 recommendations to be included in the USNWSAP.
Speaker: Christopher Stec
The Life Jacket Association website provides information about life jackets to recreational boating safety professionals and the public. The website was launched with grant funding from the US Coast Guard. For professionals, it offers training tools, outreach materials, and information on legal requirements and new life jacket labels. For the public, it explains life jacket styles, purchasing tips, and state laws. It aims to educate about the importance of life jacket use through comparison of old and new label systems. Frequently asked professional questions center around terminology changes and ensuring state law and compliance updates with the new labels.
State Boating Safety & Marine Law Enforcement OutreachNASBLA
We will briefly discuss how two players on the same team approach life jacket messaging. Our officers enforce life jacket laws and encourage the wearing of life jackets. As an outreach coordinator, we remind people of the legal requirements for life jackets when boating, but our main focus is on encouraging everyone to wear a life jacket. This is a different message than delivering the message of mandatory carriage or wear. Our goal is to give a better perspective on the opportunities and challenges the states have in the world of PFDs.
Speaker: Brian Rehwinkle, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Outreach & Education Coordinator
This document provides an agenda and logistical information for the Life Jacket Association's annual conference being held May 14-16, 2019 at the Sirata Beach Resort in St. Pete Beach, Florida. The agenda includes presentations, networking activities, and business meetings. Sponsors and board members are recognized. The purpose and mission of the Life Jacket Association is outlined as advancing boating safety through education, standards development, and increasing life jacket usage. An overview is given of the association's activities over the past year and goals for the upcoming year.
The document discusses the regulatory landscape for product safety. It identifies several federal agencies in the United States that evaluate new products, including the Consumer Product Safety Commission and Departments of Transportation, Commerce, and Labor. It also notes requirements from state regulations, third-party certifiers, retailers, and foreign countries that must be considered during the product safety evaluation process. Meeting these various compliance standards is necessary to safely design, manufacture and sell consumer goods.
KYC Compliance: A Cornerstone of Global Crypto Regulatory FrameworksAny kyc Account
This presentation explores the pivotal role of KYC compliance in shaping and enforcing global regulations within the dynamic landscape of cryptocurrencies. Dive into the intricate connection between KYC practices and the evolving legal frameworks governing the crypto industry.
How to Invest in Cryptocurrency for Beginners: A Complete GuideDaniel
Cryptocurrency is digital money that operates independently of a central authority, utilizing cryptography for security. Unlike traditional currencies issued by governments (fiat currencies), cryptocurrencies are decentralized and typically operate on a technology called blockchain. Each cryptocurrency transaction is recorded on a public ledger, ensuring transparency and security.
Cryptocurrencies can be used for various purposes, including online purchases, investment opportunities, and as a means of transferring value globally without the need for intermediaries like banks.
Falcon stands out as a top-tier P2P Invoice Discounting platform in India, bridging esteemed blue-chip companies and eager investors. Our goal is to transform the investment landscape in India by establishing a comprehensive destination for borrowers and investors with diverse profiles and needs, all while minimizing risk. What sets Falcon apart is the elimination of intermediaries such as commercial banks and depository institutions, allowing investors to enjoy higher yields.
Every business, big or small, deals with outgoing payments. Whether it’s to suppliers for inventory, to employees for salaries, or to vendors for services rendered, keeping track of these expenses is crucial. This is where payment vouchers come in – the unsung heroes of the accounting world.
Discover the Future of Dogecoin with Our Comprehensive Guidance36 Crypto
Learn in-depth about Dogecoin's trajectory and stay informed with 36crypto's essential and up-to-date information about the crypto space.
Our presentation delves into Dogecoin's potential future, exploring whether it's destined to skyrocket to the moon or face a downward spiral. In addition, it highlights invaluable insights. Don't miss out on this opportunity to enhance your crypto understanding!
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The Rise and Fall of Ponzi Schemes in America.pptxDiana Rose
Ponzi schemes, a notorious form of financial fraud, have plagued America’s investment landscape for decades. Named after Charles Ponzi, who orchestrated one of the most infamous schemes in the early 20th century, these fraudulent operations promise high returns with little or no risk, only to collapse and leave investors with significant losses. This article explores the nature of Ponzi schemes, notable cases in American history, their impact on victims, and measures to prevent falling prey to such scams.
Understanding Ponzi Schemes
A Ponzi scheme is an investment scam where returns are paid to earlier investors using the capital from newer investors, rather than from legitimate profit earned. The scheme relies on a constant influx of new investments to continue paying the promised returns. Eventually, when the flow of new money slows down or stops, the scheme collapses, leaving the majority of investors with substantial financial losses.
Historical Context: Charles Ponzi and His Legacy
Charles Ponzi is the namesake of this deceptive practice. In the 1920s, Ponzi promised investors in Boston a 50% return within 45 days or 100% return in 90 days through arbitrage of international reply coupons. Initially, he paid returns as promised, not from profits, but from the investments of new participants. When his scheme unraveled, it resulted in losses exceeding $20 million (equivalent to about $270 million today).
Notable American Ponzi Schemes
1. Bernie Madoff: Perhaps the most notorious Ponzi scheme in recent history, Bernie Madoff’s fraud involved $65 billion. Madoff, a well-respected figure in the financial industry, promised steady, high returns through a secretive investment strategy. His scheme lasted for decades before collapsing in 2008, devastating thousands of investors, including individuals, charities, and institutional clients.
2. Allen Stanford: Through his company, Stanford Financial Group, Allen Stanford orchestrated a $7 billion Ponzi scheme, luring investors with fraudulent certificates of deposit issued by his offshore bank. Stanford promised high returns and lavish lifestyle benefits to his investors, which ultimately led to a 110-year prison sentence for the financier in 2012.
3. Tom Petters: In a scheme that lasted more than a decade, Tom Petters ran a $3.65 billion Ponzi scheme, using his company, Petters Group Worldwide. He claimed to buy and sell consumer electronics, but in reality, he used new investments to pay off old debts and fund his extravagant lifestyle. Petters was convicted in 2009 and sentenced to 50 years in prison.
4. Eric Dalius and Saivian: Eric Dalius, a prominent figure behind Saivian, a cashback program promising high returns, is under scrutiny for allegedly orchestrating a Ponzi scheme. Saivian enticed investors with promises of up to 20% cash back on everyday purchases. However, investigations suggest that the returns were paid using new investments rather than legitimate profits. The collapse of Saivian l
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China’s official organizer of the Expo, CCPIT (China Council for the Promotion of International Trade https://en.ccpit.org/) has chosen Dr. Alyce Su as the Cover Person with Cover Story, in the Expo’s official magazine distributed throughout the Expo, showcasing China’s New Generation of Leaders to the World.
Madhya Pradesh, the "Heart of India," boasts a rich tapestry of culture and heritage, from ancient dynasties to modern developments. Explore its land records, historical landmarks, and vibrant traditions. From agricultural expanses to urban growth, Madhya Pradesh offers a unique blend of the ancient and modern.
Vicinity Jobs’ data includes more than three million 2023 OJPs and thousands of skills. Most skills appear in less than 0.02% of job postings, so most postings rely on a small subset of commonly used terms, like teamwork.
Laura Adkins-Hackett, Economist, LMIC, and Sukriti Trehan, Data Scientist, LMIC, presented their research exploring trends in the skills listed in OJPs to develop a deeper understanding of in-demand skills. This research project uses pointwise mutual information and other methods to extract more information about common skills from the relationships between skills, occupations and regions.
An accounting information system (AIS) refers to tools and systems designed for the collection and display of accounting information so accountants and executives can make informed decisions.
3. Harper Simpson (31) and Linda (42), Meagan (22) and James Molter (20) died on January 6 in a high speed accident when their boat stuffed into a wave and came apart near Marco Island.
4. Derek Colston (49) and Tyrone Royal (48) drowned on January 11 while fishing and their small boat capsized in a Miami lake.
5. Cameron Elliott (35) initially survived a January 22 explosion aboard his sailboat but later died from his injuries.
6. Angel Diaz (15) died on January 27 when he and his personal watercraft collided with a dock at high speed in Miami.
7. Jeremiah Coon (20) drowned on February 20 when he fell off a personal watercraft without a life jacket on the Escambia River.
8. Michael Carlo (56) drowned on March 2 while fishing in the Gulf of Mexico near Honeymoon Island after somehow getting separated from his boat.
9. Ricardo Araujo (33) died on March 3 after being struck by the propeller of a passing boat while free diving near Key Biscayne.
10. Sing Lee (50) drowned on March 11 after falling overboard while fishing from his kayak in Tampa Bay.
11. David Eastep (37) drowned and Eugene Trzasko (39) went missing on March 10 following a fishing trip near Boca Grande Pass when their boat capsized and drifted away.
12. Barry Kutzler (57) died on March 11 after being ejected from his boat and being struck by the propeller on Lake Istokpoga.
13. Patricia Hornick (75) drowned on March 12 after falling overboard while fishing on Lake Harris.
14. Steven Senecal (34) went missing under circumstances that indicate possible death on March 15 while boating in the Atlantic Ocean off St. Augustine.
15. Tyler Goldberg (14) died on March 16 when he crashed a personal watercraft into a dock at high speed in Sunrise.
16. Philip Valvo (48) drowned on March 17 after falling from his boat on the Suwannee River.
17. William Cave (55) drowned on March 22 after falling overboard while kayaking in the Gulf of Mexico near Grayton Beach Park.
18. Robert Messer (25) drowned on March 22 after being ejected from a boat on Lake Rose near Orlando.
19. Timothy Mitchell (57) died on March 22 when he lost control of his boat at high speed and collided with a tree on the Suwannee River.
20. Richard Seeds (74) drowned on March 25 after being ejected from his boat while sailing on Tampa Bay.
21. Timothy Mosley (51) drowned on April 1 after being ejected in a collision with another boat on the St. John’s River.
22. James Sharkey (49) drowned on April 2 after he and his three passengers were ejected from his boat on Hunter’s Lake in Spring Hill.
23. Abiel Gonzalez (27) died on April 8 after being struck by a personal watercraft as he was being pulled on a tube near Miami.
24. Patrick Bryant (43) drowned on April 12 when his boat capsized while he was fishing on Biscayne Bay in rough seas.
25. Rickey McMurrin (49) died on April 22 while riding a personal watercraft at high speed and struck an overhanging tree in the Boca Chica Channel.
26. Christopher Lydon (46) died on April 24 when he collided with another personal watercraft on the St. Johns River.
27. Roberto Toruno (45) drowned on April 29 when his canoe capsized in a Miami lake.
28. Thomas Pye (51) drowned on May 1 after falling overboard while fishing in the St. Johns River.
29. Joshua Cooper (20) drowned on May 3 when his kayak overturned in the Gulf of Mexico near Destin.
30. Scott Howard (32) drowned on May 11 after being ejected from his boat on East Lake Toho.
31. Eugene Pulice (62) drowned on May 13 after he and his fishing partners were ejected from their boat near Matlacha Pass.
32. Krystal Pichardo (20) died on May 13 when her personal watercraft collided with a bridge in North Miami.
33. Robert Caristo (20) died on May 15 after being ejected from a rented personal watercraft and being struck by another.
34. Michael Curl (50) drowned on May 18 after falling from his boat in the Gulf of Mexico near the Cotee River.
35. Ralph Burney (68) drowned on May 22 after falling overboard while fishing in a Miami canal.
36. Moises Gomez (19) drowned on May 23 when his canoe capsized on West Lake Ellis.
37. Eric Guy (32) drowned on June 3 after saving his passengers following the capsizing of his boat on Lake Monroe.
38. Roy Brown (46) died on June 3 while riding a personal watercraft at high speed and striking a boat’s anchor line near Ft. Myers.
39. Antonio Pena (63) died on June 5 as a result of a collision with a channel marker near Sewell’s Point.
40. Jose Vera (46) died on June 9 after striking a bridge while operating a personal watercraft in the Miami area.
41. James Chapman (71) drowned on June 15 after falling overboard while fishing on Lake Harris.
42. Juan Reyes (28) and Esmelen Maldonado (34) drowned on June 24 when their small fishing boat capsized in a Palm Beach canal.
44. Sarah Pomeroy (14) and Zoe Stoyer (46) died on June 28 after colliding with a dock and a tree while being pulled on a tube on Lake Ellen.
45. David Milliken (41) drowned on June 28 after falling from his boat while shrimping in the Atlantic Ocean.
46. Ronald Hunt (74) died on July 5 after falling off a rented pontoon boat while trying to tie to a piling.
47. Osmanny Castellanos (23) died on July 8 after he fell overboard in Biscayne Bay while sitting on the gunwale of a boat.
48. Glen Buffkin (65) drowned on July 9 when his boat capsized in East Pass and he was trapped in the wheelhouse.
49. Emanual Yerushalmi (39) died on July 12 when his personal watercraft collided with another in Miami.
50. Paulo Regis (27) died on July 15 when he was struck by another personal watercraft on Lake Osborne.
51. MarieJoan Dutreuil (22) died on July 18 when her personal watercraft collided with a seawall near Pompano Beach.
52. Amber White (15) died on July 18 when she and her sister collided with a building and trees after their parasail line broke near Pompano Beach.
53. Patrick Hughes (52) drowned on July 22 after falling from his boat near Gulf Breeze.
54. Thomas Lakomia (60) died on August 22 after falling overboard while untying lines and was crushed between the boat and seawall.
55. Omar Viera (31) died on September 1 as a result of being struck by a passing boat while snorkeling near Bahia Honda Key.
56. Jack Bylsma (14) drowned on September 2 after falling from a personal watercraft and being struck by another on Lake Okeechobee.
57. Benny Michael (47) drowned on September 2 after falling from a boat he was testing on Lake Starke.
58. Christopher Diaz (46) died on September 16 after colliding with another boat and being ejected near Port Canaveral.
59. Roderick Page (21) drowned on September 24 after being ejected from a boat on the Suwannee River when the operator swerved to avoid a jumping fish.
60. Daniel Propes (46) and Dale Puricelli (49) both drowned on September 30 on Lake Tarpon after one fell overboard and the other tried to rescue him.
61. Mark Babinec (37) died on September 30 after he struck an overhead water pipe crossing the Dania Cutoff Canal.
62. Charles Lowe (35) drowned on October 3 when his boat capsized on Taylor Creek Canal.
63. Willie Toney (66) died on October 4 when his boat swamped while he fished on Deer Point Lake.
64. Robert McLeod (32) drowned on October 9 while attempting to swim to shore after being ejected from a boat on Lake Wimico.
65. Mark Nickles (48) died on October 20 after colliding with a dock while boating at night on San Carlos Bay.
66. Walter Paris (78) drowned on October 23 after falling overboard while fishing near Tallahassee.
67. George Mallenius (58) drowned on November 11 after falling overboard while fishing near Highland Beach.
68. Guy Maddox (82) drowned on November 20 after falling overboard while fishing in a small pond near Center Hill.
69. Henry Ogden (49) died on November 25 when his boat hit a wake and he was ejected from the bow and struck by the boat’s propeller near Bradenton.
70. Cesar Montano (27) drowned on December 7 in spite of his wife’s rescue attempts after he fell from his sailboat in the St. Johns River.
71. Marciano Vover (63) drowned on December 21 while trying to swim to shore after his boat sank off Marathon.
72. In 2007, 77 people lost their lives in Florida’s boating accidents, affecting untold hundreds of surviving family members and friends. May their losses lead to saving many others from similar situations.