The following individuals were elected as Class II Directors to serve on the Board of Directors until the 2021 annual meeting of shareholders or until their successors are duly elected and qualified. No broker non-votes are counted.
The shareholders ratified the appointment of Friedman LLP as the Company's independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2018. Broker non-votes are counted.
The shareholders approved, on an advisory, non-binding basis, the compensation of our named executive officers. No broker non-votes are counted.
The Company hereby files the employment agreements with each of its executive officers, renewed on September 30, 2017 on the same terms as described in its annual report on Form 10-K filed with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission on September 27, 2017.
THIS EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT (the "Agreement") is made effective as of September 30, 2017, between SINO-GLOBAL SHIPPING AMERICA, LTD., a Virginia corporation (the "Company") and Mr. CAO LEI (the "Executive").
The Company hereby agrees to employ the Executive, and the Executive hereby agrees to be employed by the Company, on the terms and conditions set forth herein.
The term ("Term") of this Agreement shall begin on September 30, 2017 and will terminate on September 30, 2018 (the "Initial Term"), unless sooner terminated as hereinafter provided. At the conclusion of the Initial Term, the Term shall automatically be extended for a one-year period in the absence of notice of non-renewal provided at least 60 days prior to the anniversary date of this Agreement.
3.1 Position. The Executive hereby agrees to serve as Chief Executive Officer of the Company, reporting to the Company's Board of Directors. At the Company's request, the Executive may, at the Executive's discretion, serve the Company and/or its respective subsidiaries and affiliates in other offices and capacities in addition to the foregoing, but shall not be required to do so. In the event that the Executive, during the term of this Agreement, serves in any one or more of the aforementioned capacities, the Executive's compensation shall not be increased beyond that specified in Section 4 of this Agreement unless otherwise agreed by the parties. In addition, in the event the Company and the Executive mutually agree that the Executive shall terminate the Executive's service in any one or more of the aforementioned capacities, or the Executive's service in one or more of the aforementioned capacities is terminated, the Executive's compensation, as specified in Section 4 of this Agreement, shall not be diminished or reduced in any manner unless otherwise agreed by the parties.
3.2 Duties. The Company agrees that the duties that may be assigned to the Executive shall be the usual and customary duties of the Chief Executive Officer.
3.3 Devotion of Time and Effort. Executive shall use Executive's good faith best efforts and judgment in performing Executive's duties as required hereunder and to act in the best interests of the Company. Executive shall devote such time, attention and energies to the business of the Company as are reasonably necessary to satisfy Executive's required responsibilities and duties hereunder.
3.4 Other Activities. The Executive may engage in other activities for the Executive's own account while employed hereunder, including without limitation charitable, community and other business activities, provided that such other activities do not materially interfere with the performance of the Executive's duties hereunder.
4.1 Compensation. During the Initial Term, the Company shall pay the Executive (a) an annual salary of One Hundred and Eighty Thousand Dollars (US $180,000), paid monthly, bi-weekly or bi-monthly in equal installments at the beginning of each such period (the "Base Salary"). In addition, the Executive will be eligible for an incentive-based bonus to be determined by the Company's Board of Directors in its sole and absolute discretion based on the performance of the Executive and the Company. The Executive's performance and salary shall be subject to review at any time, and an increase in salary, if one is so determined by the Board, shall be made, on a basis consistent with the standard practices of the Company.
4.2 Benefits. The Executive shall be entitled to participate in the Company's employee benefit plans and programs on substantially the same terms and conditions as other senior executives; provided, however, that the Executive shall, at a minimum, be provided healthcare and medical insurance typically made available to United States-based executives in similar companies. The Executive will be entitled to (a) four weeks of paid annual leave, (b) reasonable medical leave (provided that he is not deemed as incapacitated under the term of Disability) and (c) time off on federal public holidays in the United States.
4.2 Business Expenses. The Company shall promptly, in accordance with Company policy, reimburse the Executive for all reasonable business expenses incurred in accordance with and subject to the limits set forth in the Company's written policies with respect to business expenses, upon presentation to the Company of written receipts for such expenses.
(c) The Executive's material failure to perform his duties hereunder.
5.2 Termination Without Cause. Either party may terminate this Agreement without Cause at any time, provided that such Party first delivers to the other Party written notice of termination of this Agreement at least thirty (30) days prior to the effective date of termination.
5.3 Termination for Good Reason. The Executive may terminate his employment under this Agreement for Good Reason by providing notice to the Company setting forth in reasonable detail the nature of such Good Reason; provided, however, that such notice must be provided within thirty (30) days from the Executive's knowledge of the occurrence of a Good Reason event. For purposes of this Agreement, "Good Reason" shall mean the occurrence of any of the following events without the Executive's written consent: (i) a material breach by the Company of this Agreement, including a failure to make such payments or provide such benefits as are provided herein; or (ii) the Company requires Executive to locate his office to a location more than fifty (50) miles outside of the metropolitan area of the Executive's home city (New York City). Executive's resignation for Good Reason shall only be effective if the Company has not cured or remedied the Good Reason event within thirty (30) days after its receipt of Executive's written notice.
6.1 Effect of Termination for Cause. In the event the Executive's employment shall be terminated for Cause pursuant to Section 5.1 hereof, the Company shall pay the Executive his salary through the date of termination.
6.2 Effect of Termination upon Death or Disability. If the Executive's employment is terminated by reason of his death or disability (which term shall mean the legal determination that the Executive is unable to perform his duties without reasonable accommodation), he will be entitled to receive a lump sum payment equal to two times of his Base Salary, and other benefits earned and accrued prior to the date of termination.
6.3 Effect of Termination During First Year of Initial Term. If the Executive's employment is terminated (i) by the Company pursuant to Section 5.2 during the Initial Term of this Agreement or (ii) by the Executive pursuant to Section 5.3 during the Initial Term of this Agreement, the Executive will be entitled to receive a severance payment equal to (1) if there has been no Change in Control, one time the then applicable annual salary (no less than US $180,000), or (2) after a Change in Control, one-and-a-half time the then applicable annual salary (no less than US $270,000). In the event of termination by the Executive pursuant to Section 5.2 in the absence of a Change of Control, the Company shall pay the Executive one time of his Base Salary.
6.4 Change of Control. For purposes of this Agreement, unless the Company's Board of Directors determines otherwise, a Change of Control of the Company shall be deemed to have occurred at such time as: (A) any person (as the term is used in Sections 13(d) and 14(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the Exchange Act)) is or becomes the beneficial owner (as defined in Rule 13d-3 under the Exchange Act), directly or indirectly, of voting securities of the Company representing more than 50% of the Company's outstanding voting securities or rights to acquire such securities except for any voting securities issued or purchased under any employee benefit plan of the Company or its subsidiaries; or (B) any sale, lease, exchange or other transfer (in one transaction or a series of transactions) of all or substantially all of the assets of the Company; or (C) a plan of liquidation of the Company or an agreement for the sale or liquidation of the Company is approved and completed; or (D) the Board determines in its sole discretion that a Change in Control has occurred, whether or not any event described above has occurred or is contemplated.
7.1 Non-Competition. The Executive agrees that during the Term of this Agreement prior to any termination of his employment hereunder and for a period of one year following the date on which the Executive's employment hereunder is terminated, he will not directly or indirectly, without the prior written consent of the Company, manage, operate, join, control, participate in, or be connected as a stockholder (other than as a holder of shares publicly traded on a stock exchange or the NASDAQ National Market System), partner, or other equity holder with, or as an officer, director or employee of, any other company whose business strategy is competitive with that of the Company.
7.2 Confidentiality. The Executive hereby agrees that the Executive will not, during the Term or at any time thereafter directly or indirectly disclose or make available to any person, firm, corporation, association or other entity for any reason or purpose whatsoever, any Confidential Information (as defined below). The Executive agrees that, upon termination of his employment with the Company, all Confidential Information in his possession that is in written or other tangible form (together with all copies or duplicates thereof, including computer files) shall be returned to the Company and shall not be retained by the Executive or furnished to any third party, in any form except as provided herein; provided, however, that the Executive shall not be obligated to treat as confidential, or return to the Company copies of any Confidential Information that (i) was publicly known at the time of disclosure to the Executive, (ii) becomes publicly known or available thereafter other than by any means in violation of this Agreement or any other duty owed to the Company by the Executive, or (iii) is lawfully disclosed to the Executive by a third party. As used in this Agreement the term "Confidential Information" means information disclosed to the Executive or known by the Executive as a consequence of or through his relationship with the Company, about the owners, employees, business methods, public relations methods, organization, procedures, property acquisition and development, or finances, including, without limitation, information of or relating to the Company and its affiliates.
7.3 Non-Disparagement. During the Term of this Agreement and upon termination for any or no reason, the Executive agrees that he shall not make any disparaging remarks of any sort or otherwise communicate any disparaging comments about the Company. During the Term of this Agreement and upon termination for any or no reason, Company agrees that it shall not make any disparaging remarks about Executive to any other person or entity. In accordance with Company's usual practice, the Company will confirm Executive's dates of employment and Executive's job description upon request. Notwithstanding the above, nothing in this provision shall prevent or prohibit any Party from testifying in any legal proceeding, including at deposition, hearing or trial, from cooperating in good faith in any governmental investigation or action, or from making any report required by law, including as may be required under applicable securities laws.
7.4 Non-Solicitation. For a period of one (1) year following the date on which the Executive's employment hereunder is terminated, the Executive shall not directly or indirectly (A) solicit or induce any of the Company's employees, agents or independent contractors to end their relationship with the Company, (B) recruit, hire or otherwise induce any such person to perform services for the Executive, or any other person, firm or company, or (C) solicit or intentionally interfere with the customer or client relationships of the Company.
7.5 Return of Property. The Executive hereby acknowledges and agrees that all Personal Property and equipment furnished to or prepared by the Executive in the course of or incident to his employment, belongs to the Company and shall be promptly returned to the Company upon termination of the Employment Period. "Personal Property" includes, without limitation, all electronic devices of the Company used by the Executive, including, without limitation, personal computers, facsimile machines, cellular telephones, pagers and tape recorders and all books, manuals, records, reports, notes, contracts, lists, blueprints, maps and other documents, or materials, or copies thereof (including computer files), and all other proprietary information relating to the business of the Company. Following termination, the Executive will not retain any written or other tangible material containing any proprietary information of the Company.
7.6 Reasonableness of Restrictions. Each of sections 7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4 and 7.5 set out above is acknowledged by Executive to be reasonable in duration, extent and application and is the minimum protection necessary for the Company in respect of its goodwill, Confidential Information, trade connections and business. Each of the covenants and obligations on Executive's part set out in sections 7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4 and 7.5 is deemed to be separate and severable and enforceable by the Company accordingly. If any of the restrictions set out above are held to be void but would be valid if part of the wording was deleted such restriction shall apply with such deletion as may be necessary to make it valid and effective.
8.1 Indemnification. In the event that the Executive (a) was, is or may become a party to any proceeding, including a proceeding brought by a shareholder in the right of the Company or brought by or on behalf of shareholders of the Company, by reason of the fact that he is or was a director or officer of the Company, or (b) was or is serving at the request of the Company as a director, trustee, partner or officer of another corporation, partnership, joint venture, trust, employee benefit plan or other enterprise, the Company agrees to hold harmless and indemnify the Executive from and against any and all repayment obligations, losses, liabilities, damages, costs, expenses (including actual attorneys' fees), judgments, fines and amounts paid in settlement or otherwise reasonably incurred by the Executive in connection with any claim or cause of action is threatened, asserted or brought against the Executive pursuant to or arising under this Agreement or performance of his duties hereunder, whether in whole or in part (a "Claim"). The Company agrees to reimburse the Executive for such reasonable out-of-pocket expenses actually incurred in connection with the defense of a Claim.
8.2 Procedure for Indemnification. All requests for indemnification shall be addressed pursuant to Article VI of the Company's Bylaws.
8.3 Inapplicability of Indemnification. Indemnification under Section 8.1 shall be unavailable in the event the Executive has engaged in willful misconduct or a knowing violation of criminal law. The Executive understands and agrees that insofar as indemnification for liabilities arising under the Securities Act of 1933 may be permitted to our directors, officers or persons controlling us, in the opinion of the SEC such indemnification is against public policy as expressed in the Securities Act of 1933 and is therefore unenforceable as a matter of United States law.
9.1 Injunctive Relief and Enforcement. The Executive acknowledges that the remedies at law for any breach by him of the provisions of Section 7 hereof may be inadequate and that, therefore, in the event of breach by the Executive of the terms of Section 7 hereof, the Company shall be entitled to institute legal proceedings to enforce the specific performance of this Agreement by the Executive and to enjoin the Executive from any further violation of Section 7 hereof and to exercise such remedies cumulatively or in conjunction with all other rights and remedies provided by law and not otherwise limited by this Agreement.
If to the Company: Sino-Global Shipping America, Ltd.
9.3 Severability. The invalidity or unenforceability of any provision or provisions of this Agreement shall not affect the validity or enforceability of any other provision of this Agreement, which shall remain in full force and effect. In addition, in the event any provision in this Agreement shall be determined by any court of competent jurisdiction to be unenforceable by reason of extending for too great a period of time or over too great a geographical area or by reason of being too extensive in any other respect, each such agreement shall be interpreted to extend over the maximum period of time for which it may be enforceable and to the maximum extent in all other respects as to which it may be enforceable, and enforced as so interpreted, all as determined by such court in such action.
9.4 Assignment. This Agreement may not be assigned by the Executive, but may be assigned by the Company to any successor to its business and will inure to the benefit and be binding upon any such successor.
9.5 Counterparts. This Agreement may be executed in several counterparts, each of which shall be deemed to be an original but all of which together will constitute one and the same instrument.
9.6 Headings. The headings contained herein are for reference purposes only and shall not in any way affect the meaning or interpretation of this Agreement.
9.7 Choice of Law; Venue. This Agreement shall be construed, interpreted and enforced in accordance with the laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia without giving effect to the principles of conflict of laws thereof. By execution and delivery of this Agreement, the parties agree and accept that any legal action or proceeding brought with respect to this Agreement shall be brought in the court of appropriate jurisdiction in and for the City of Richmond, Commonwealth of Virginia, and the parties expressly waive any objection to personal jurisdiction, venue or forum non conveniens.
9.8 Entire Agreement. This Agreement contains the entire agreement and understanding between the Company and the Executive with respect to the employment of the Executive by the Company as contemplated hereby, and no representations, promises, agreements or understandings, written or oral, not herein contained shall be of any force or effect. This Agreement shall not be changed unless in writing and signed by both the Executive and the Board.
9.9 Amendments; Waivers. This Agreement may be amended or modified, and any of the terms and covenants may be waived, only by a written instrument executed by the parties hereto, or, in the case of a waiver, by the party waiving compliance. Any waiver by any party in any one or more instances of any term or covenant contained in this Agreement shall neither be deemed to be nor construed as a further or continuing waiver of any such term or covenant of this Agreement.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Employment Agreement as of the date and year first above written.
THIS EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT (the "Agreement") is made effective as of September 30, 2017, between SINO-GLOBAL SHIPPING AMERICA, LTD., a Virginia corporation (the "Company") and Ms. PAN TUO (the "Executive").
3.1 Position. The Executive hereby agrees to serve as Acting Chief Financial Officer of the Company, reporting to the Company's Chief Executive Officer. At the Company's request, the Executive may, at the Executive's discretion, serve the Company and/or its respective subsidiaries and affiliates in other offices and capacities in addition to the foregoing, but shall not be required to do so. In the event the Company and the Executive mutually agree that the Executive shall terminate the Executive's service in any one or more of the aforementioned capacities, or the Executive's service in one or more of the aforementioned capacities is terminated, the Executive's compensation, as specified in Section 4 of this Agreement, shall not be diminished or reduced in any manner unless otherwise agreed by the parties.
3.2 Duties. The Company agrees that the duties that may be assigned to the Executive shall be the usual and customary duties of the Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, to include and not be limited to provision of guidance and assistance with implementation of the Company's business initiatives and growth strategies.
4.1 Compensation. During the Initial Term, the Company shall pay the Executive an annual salary of Sixty Thousand Dollars (US $60,000), paid monthly, bi-weekly or bi-monthly in equal installments at the beginning of each such period (the "Base Salary"). In addition, the Executive will be eligible for an incentive-based bonus to be determined by the Company's Board of Directors in its sole and absolute discretion based on the performance of the Executive and the Company. The Executive's performance and salary shall be subject to review at any time, and an increase in salary, if one is so determined by the Board, shall be made, on a basis consistent with the standard practices of the Company.
4.2 Benefits. The Executive shall be entitled to participate in the Company's employee benefit plans and programs on substantially the same terms and conditions as other senior executives; provided, however, that the Executive shall, at a minimum, be provided healthcare and medical insurance typically made available to United States-based executives in similar companies. The Executive will be entitled to (a) four weeks of paid annual leave, (b) reasonable medical leave (provided that she is not deemed as incapacitated under the term of Disability) and (c) time off on federal public holidays in the United States.
4.3 Business Expenses. The Company shall promptly, in accordance with Company policy, reimburse the Executive for all reasonable business expenses incurred in accordance with and subject to the limits set forth in the Company's written policies with respect to business expenses, upon presentation to the Company of written receipts for such expenses.
(c) The Executive's material failure to perform her duties hereunder.
5.3 Termination for Good Reason. The Executive may terminate her employment under this Agreement for Good Reason by providing notice to the Company setting forth in reasonable detail the nature of such Good Reason; provided, however, that such notice must be provided within thirty (30) days from the Executive's knowledge of the occurrence of a Good Reason event. For purposes of this Agreement, "Good Reason" shall mean the occurrence of any of the following events without the Executive's written consent: (i) a material breach by the Company of this Agreement, including a failure to make such payments or provide such benefits as are provided herein; or (ii) the Company requires Executive to locate her office to a location more than fifty (50) miles outside of the metropolitan area of the Executive's home city (New York City). Executive's resignation for Good Reason shall only be effective if the Company has not cured or remedied the Good Reason event within thirty (30) days after its receipt of Executive's written notice.
6.1 Effect of Termination for Cause. In the event the Executive's employment shall be terminated for Cause pursuant to Section 5.1 hereof, the Company shall pay the Executive her salary through the date of termination.
6.2 Effect of Termination upon Death or Disability. If the Executive's employment is terminated by reason of her death or disability (which term shall mean the legal determination that the Executive is unable to perform her duties without reasonable accommodation), she will be entitled to receive a lump sum payment equal to two times of her Base Salary, and other benefits earned and accrued prior to the date of termination.
(1) if there has been no Change in Control, one time the then applicable annual salary (no less than US $150,000), or (2) after a Change in Control, one-and-a-half time the then applicable annual salary (no less than US $225,000). In the event of termination by the Executive pursuant to Section 5.2 in the absence of a Change of Control, the Company shall pay the Executive one time of her Base Salary.
7.1 Non-Competition. The Executive agrees that during the Term of this Agreement prior to any termination of her employment hereunder and for a period of one year following the date on which the Executive's employment hereunder is terminated, she will not directly or indirectly, without the prior written consent of the Company, manage, operate, join, control, participate in, or be connected as a stockholder (other than as a holder of shares publicly traded on a stock exchange or the NASDAQ National Market System), partner, or other equity holder with, or as an officer, director or employee of, any other company whose business strategy is directly competitive with that of the Company.
7.2 Confidentiality. The Executive hereby agrees that the Executive will not, during the Term or at any time thereafter directly or indirectly disclose or make available to any person, firm, corporation, association or other entity for any reason or purpose whatsoever with exception of requests from any courts and/or regulatory governmental agencies, any Confidential Information (as defined below). As to requests from such courts and/or regulatory governmental agencies, the Executive agrees that, to the extent permissible by applicable law, (a) the Executive will advise the Company sufficiently far in advance of providing such Confidential Information as to permit the Company to defend the confidentiality of such Confidential Information and (b) the Executive will cooperate with the Company in defending the confidentiality of such Confidential Information. The Executive agrees that, upon termination of her employment with the Company, all Confidential Information in her possession that is in written or other tangible form (together with all copies or duplicates thereof, including computer files) shall be returned to the Company and shall not be retained by the Executive or furnished to any third party, in any form except as provided herein; provided, however, that the Executive shall not be obligated to treat as confidential, or return to the Company copies of any Confidential Information that (i) was publicly known at the time of disclosure to the Executive, (ii) becomes publicly known or available thereafter other than by any means in violation of this Agreement or any other duty owed to the Company by the Executive, or (iii) is lawfully disclosed to the Executive by a third party. As used in this Agreement the term "Confidential Information" means information disclosed to the Executive or known by the Executive as a consequence of or through her relationship with the Company, about the owners, employees, business methods, public relations methods, organization, procedures, property acquisition and development, or finances, including, without limitation, information of or relating to the Company and its affiliates.
7.3 Non-Disparagement. During the Term of this Agreement and upon termination for any or no reason, the Executive agrees that she shall not make any disparaging remarks of any sort or otherwise communicate any disparaging comments about the Company. During the Term of this Agreement and upon termination for any or no reason, Company agrees that it shall not make any disparaging remarks about Executive to any other person or entity. In accordance with Company's usual practice, the Company will confirm Executive's dates of employment and Executive's job description upon request. Notwithstanding the above, nothing in this provision shall prevent or prohibit any Party from testifying in any legal proceeding, including at deposition, hearing or trial, from cooperating in good faith in any governmental investigation or action, or from making any report required by law, including as may be required under applicable securities laws.
7.5 Return of Property. The Executive hereby acknowledges and agrees that all Personal Property and equipment furnished to or prepared by the Executive in the course of or incident to her employment, belongs to the Company and shall be promptly returned to the Company upon termination of the Employment Period. "Personal Property" includes, without limitation, all electronic devices of the Company used by the Executive, including, without limitation, personal computers, facsimile machines, cellular telephones, pagers and tape recorders and all books, manuals, records, reports, notes, contracts, lists, blueprints, maps and other documents, or materials, or copies thereof (including computer files), and all other proprietary information relating to the business of the Company. Following termination, the Executive will not retain any written or other tangible material containing any proprietary information of the Company.
8.1 Indemnification. In the event that the Executive (a) was, is or may become a party to any proceeding, including a proceeding brought by a shareholder in the right of the Company or brought by or on behalf of shareholders of the Company, by reason of the fact that she is or was a director or officer of the Company, or (b) was or is serving at the request of the Company as a director, trustee, partner or officer of another corporation, partnership, joint venture, trust, employee benefit plan or other enterprise, the Company agrees to hold harmless and indemnify the Executive from and against any and all repayment obligations, losses, liabilities, damages, costs, expenses (including actual attorneys' fees), judgments, fines and amounts paid in settlement or otherwise reasonably incurred by the Executive in connection with any claim or cause of action is threatened, asserted or brought against the Executive pursuant to or arising under this Agreement or performance of her duties hereunder, whether in whole or in part (a "Claim"). The Company agrees to reimburse the Executive for such reasonable out-of-pocket expenses actually incurred in connection with the defense of a Claim.
8.3 Inapplicability of Indemnification. Indemnification under Section 8.1 shall be unavailable in the event the Executive has engaged in willful misconduct or a knowing violation of criminal law. The Executive acknowledges that the Company has advised him that insofar as indemnification for liabilities arising under the Securities Act of 1933 may be permitted to our directors, officers or persons controlling us, in the opinion of the SEC such indemnification is against public policy as expressed in the Securities Act of 1933 and is therefore unenforceable as a matter of United States law.
THIS EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT (the "Agreement") is made effective as of September 30, 2017, between SINO-GLOBAL SHIPPING AMERICA, LTD., a Virginia corporation (the "Company") and Mr. HUANG ZHI KANG (the "Executive").
The term ("Term") of this Agreement shall begin on September 30, 2017 and will terminate September 30, 2018 (the "Initial Term"), unless sooner terminated as hereinafter provided. At the conclusion of the Initial Term, the Term shall automatically be extended for one-year period in the absence of notice of non-renewal provided at least 60 days prior to the anniversary date of this Agreement.
3.1 Position. The Executive hereby agrees to serve as Chief Operating Officer of the Company, reporting to the Company's Chief Executive Officer. At the Company's request, the Executive may, at the Executive's discretion, serve the Company and/or its respective subsidiaries and affiliates in other offices and capacities in addition to the foregoing, but shall not be required to do so. In the event that the Executive, during the term of this Agreement, serves in any one or more of the aforementioned capacities, the Executive's compensation shall not be increased beyond that specified in Section 4 of this Agreement unless otherwise agreed by the parties. In addition, in the event the Company and the Executive mutually agree that the Executive shall terminate the Executive's service in any one or more of the aforementioned capacities, or the Executive's service in one or more of the aforementioned capacities is terminated, the Executive's compensation, as specified in Section 4 of this Agreement, shall not be diminished or reduced in any manner unless otherwise agreed by the parties.
3.2 Duties. The Company agrees that the duties that may be assigned to the Executive shall be the usual and customary duties of the Chief Operating Officer.
3.4 Other Activities . The Executive may engage in other activities for the Executive's own account while employed hereunder, including without limitation charitable, community and other business activities, provided that such other activities do not materially interfere with the performance of the Executive's duties hereunder.
4.1 Compensation. During the Initial Term, the Company shall pay the Executive (a) an annual salary of One Hundred Thousand Dollars (US $100,000.00), paid monthly, bi-weekly or bi-monthly in equal installments at the beginning of each such period (the "Base Salary"). In addition, the Executive will be eligible for an incentive-based bonus to be determined by the Company's Board of Directors in its sole and absolute discretion based on the performance of the Executive and the Company. The Executive's performance and salary shall be subject to review at any time, and an increase in salary, if one is so determined by the Board, shall be made, on a basis consistent with the standard practices of the Company.
4.2 Benefits. The Executive shall be entitled to participate in the Company's employee benefit plans and programs on substantially the same terms and conditions as other senior executives; provided, however, that the Executive shall, at a minimum, be provided healthcare and medical insurance typically made available to Canada-based executives in similar companies. The Executive will be entitled to (a) four weeks of paid annual leave, (b) reasonable medical leave (provided that he is not deemed as incapacitated under the term of Disability) and (c) time off on federal public holidays in Canada.
(30) days from the Executive's knowledge of the occurrence of a Good Reason event. For purposes of this Agreement, "Good Reason" shall mean the occurrence of any of the following events without the Executive's written consent: (i) a material breach by the Company of this Agreement, including a failure to make such payments or provide such benefits as are provided herein; or (ii) the Company requires Executive to locate his office to a location more than fifty (50) miles outside of the metropolitan area of the Executive's home city (Montreal). Executive's resignation for Good Reason shall only be effective if the Company has not cured or remedied the Good Reason event within thirty (30) days after its receipt of Executive's written notice.
6.2 Effect of Termination upon Death or Disability . If the Executive's employment is terminated by reason of his death or disability (which term shall mean the legal determination that the Executive is unable to perform his duties without reasonable accommodation), he will be entitled to receive a lump sum payment equal to two times of his Base Salary, and other benefits earned and accrued prior to the date of termination.
6.3 Effect of Termination During First Year of Initial Term. If the Executive's employment is terminated (i) by the Company pursuant to Section 5.2 during the Initial Term of this Agreement or (ii) by the Executive pursuant to Section 5.3 during the Initial Term of this Agreement, the Executive will be entitled to receive a severance payment equal to (1) if there has been no Change in Control, one time the then applicable annual salary (no less than US $100,000), or (2) after a Change in Control, one-and-a-half time the then applicable annual salary (no less than US $150,000). In the event of termination by the Executive pursuant to Section 5.2 in the absence of a Change of Control, the Company shall pay the Executive one time of his Base Salary.


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Shall not be infringed- Protest in Richmond update
On January 20, tens of thousands of people flooded Richmond, Virginia to protest proposed gun control legislation by the Governor of the State. The crazy part was thousands of them were armed. Estimates place the number over 22,000 protestors in the secure "gun-free" zone around the Capitol and 10,000 or more armed citizens outside the zone. There is no way to tell how many of them came from outside the state, and some gun advocacy groups claim the numbers of attendees were higher than reported.Virginia is an "open-carry" state meaning, legally speaking, you can carry legal weapons in public areas not prohibited by law (schools, churches, etc.), in a safe manner so as not to disturb the peace. With so many armed protestors we can all breathe a sigh of relief to know the event was calm and reported to be violence free.There was one arrest reported during the event. This was an unnamed woman who was arrested for wearing a mask. Unconfirmed reports say the woman was later released and no charges were filed.There was a random guillotine there...
There were several well known faces there such as former Virginia Congressman and Navy SEAL Scott Taylor, and radio host Alex Jones (who showed up in huge armored vehicle).The Governor tweeted he was thankful the demonstration ended peacefully and would continue to work to keep the commonwealth safe.
Author's Note: I live in Virginia, so you may ask if I went to the rally. No, I am headed to Las Vegas early tomorrow for SHOT show (article to follow) so instead I went to Hooters for wings and a cold beer. However, I applaud all the protestors who showed up and behaved themselves. This is a win for America and shows that legal gun owners are generally rational. We can all agree no one wants another mass shooting, but it should also be known that more gun control legislation will be opposed by many citizens of Virginia.
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Senator Stadelman's Weekly Bulleting - July 26, 2016
Two Stadelman measures, both proposed by Rockford residents, become law
Legislation that will require law enforcement officials to accept cash to post bail was signed into law last week by the governor. Senate Bill 2252 was sponsored by State Sen. Steve Stadelman after learning what happened when Rockford-area resident Kevin Lunsford's minor son was arrested for a traffic offense last year. When Lunsford arrived at the Winnebago County Juvenile Center to bail out his son, the credit card machine was broken and the county has a policy to refuse cash.
Because of a technology malfunction, Lunsford's son was forced to sit in the juvenile center the entire weekend – significantly longer than the law requires and at taxpayer expense.
"With this common-sense new law, we have ensured that nobody will have to stay in custody longer because of a technology malfunction or a refusal to take cash," Stadelman said. "I would like to thank Kevin for contacting me about this issue, and I look forward to sponsoring legislation in the future that is brought to me by my constituents."
The governor also approved another legislative proposal sponsored by Stadelman last week. Senate Bill 2907 provides that, for the offense of criminal damage to property, institutional vandalism and criminal defacement of property, the damage must exceed $500 to increase the offense to a felony. The legislation stems from a constituent case in Stadelman's district that brought into question why criminal damage to property had such a low threshold for being a felony.
Senate Bill 2252 and Senate Bill 2907 are effective Jan. 1, 2017.
Early childhood education measure becomes law
Children in Illinois will benefit from more early childhood education programs under a measure supported by State Senator Steve Stadelman that was signed into law last week. The measure requires 25 percent of any increase in funding for early childhood education to go to birth-to-3 programs, but not at the expense of money for programs that serve children aged 3 to 5.
David Soll To Announce No Kill and Puppy Mill Policies, Monday, July 25
David Soll,
Democratic Candidate for Winnebago County Board,
invites the media to his fundraiser,
Monday, July 25, 2016, from 6 to 8 PM,
to learn more about his plans for a
"No Kill" Policy for Winnebago County Animal Services
and to eliminate "puppy mills" in the county.
Soll will deliver his policy statements at 7 PM,
and will be joined by speakers Becky Beau, a no-kill policy advocate,
and Jim Beam, a leader in the fight against puppy mills.
A question and answer period will follow.
David Soll for County Board Fundraiser
Hope & Anchor
5040 N. 2nd St
Loves Park, Illinois
6 to 8 PM
Policy statements delivered at 7 PM
Contact David Soll for more information:
info@electdavidsoll.com
http://electdavidsoll.com/
TODAY - 1:45 PM – Tammy Duckworth Meet-N-Greet, Sunday July 24, 2016
Please join Illinois' next Senator
Candidate for U.S. Senate
For a special Winnebago County Meet & Greet with
Winnebago County Democrats
Sunday, July 24th
6820 Mill Road
Refreshments will be served.
For more information, please contact
Mo Green at Mo@TammyDuckworth.com or
Cameron Joost at Cameron@TammyDuckworth.com.
Tammy Duckworth Meet-N-Greet, Sunday July 24, 2016
Save the Date: August 17th – Frerichs at Illinois State Fair
It's that time of the year again! Please join me on Wednesday, August 17th for my annual event during the Illinois State Fair! The event will take place at D.H. Brown's at 231 E. Monroe Street in Springfield from 5:00 to 7:00 PM.
If you would like to RSVP, please follow the link HERE or see the invitation attached below for further information. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to call us at 312-854-8018.
Hope to see you on August 17th!
Paid for by Friends of Frerichs
Friends of Frerichs
PO 386
Savoy IL 61874 United States
Karen Hoffman Announces Bid to Represent Rockford's Eighth Ward
Karen Hoffman Announces Bid to Represent Rockford's Eighth Ward
Lifelong resident and community activist Karen Hoffman (D)
announces her candidacy to represent the eighth ward on Rockford's City Council.
Formerly a Winnebago County Board Member, Karen has a rich background in community service organizations such as; the Rockford Community Action Council, Head Start Family Council Board, and American Association of University Women. She has also been a Rockford representative to the Community Leadership Institute thru HOMESTART. Co-Founder and now President of the Rolling Green Association and currently serving on the Rockford Neighborhood Network Board, she will continue to improve overall neighborhood communication with the primary focus of her campaign being to substantially improve safety, ensure property values are up and a fair and honest budget is implemented.
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Senator Stadelman's Weekly Bulletin - July 18, 2016
New law backed by Stadelman ensures veterans have full access to benefits
Legislation to ensure members of the armed forces and reservists receive designation as a veteran on their driver's licenses and state IDs was signed into law last week. The bill was introduced in response to concerns of some Illinois National Guard members that they would not be designated as a veteran because they were not called to active duty.
"People who serve our country and make sacrifices for our freedoms deserve to be identified as veterans and have access to benefits," said State Sen. Steve Stadelman, a chief co-sponsor of the measure. "Besides giving these veterans some well-deserved recognition, the new law will also save them a little money. This bipartisan initiative is good for veterans, and I am glad the governor signed it into law."
Under the new law, Illinois National Guard members and reservists who have not been called to active duty can receive the veteran identification on their driver's licenses and identification cards. Last year, the governor signed into law a bill Stadelman sponsored to require the Illinois Department of Veterans' Affairs to set up a program allowing those with a veteran's driver's license to qualify for discounts at some businesses. The legislation approved last week, Senate Bill 2173, took effective immediately.
Stadelman makes weekend appearances at veterans picnic, Bookerfest
Senator Steve Stadelman presented 50-year commemorative pins to Vietnam-era veterans at the Rockford Vet Center's annual picnic last week.
"More than 40 years after the war, many veterans continue to feel ill effects of their service," Stadelman said. "Some battle Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Others fight illnesses caused by exposure to chemical defoliants including Agent Orange. They all deserve our nation's appreciation and respect."
Stadelman also spoke at opening night of the annual Bookerfest, which carried added significance this year as the Booker Washington Center celebrates its 100th anniversary. (Below: Senator Stadelman is pictured with author Flora Cousins, who updated him on her "Don't Be A Bully, Be A Buddy!" campaign.
Reminder: You're Invited - Tom McNamara Fundraiser July 19, 2016
A Fundraiser and Outline for Rockford's Future
(This is an event you won't want to miss. Come hear Tom's plans for the future.)
Tuesday, July 19, 2016 | Prairie Street Brewhouse
200 Prairie Street, Rockford - 5:30 to 7 p.m. | Remarks at 6 p.m.
Heavy appetizers will be served, along with a cash bar.
$20 per person/$30 per family.
RSVP to
tmcnamara6@gmail.com
Since winning election in 2013, Alderman Tom McNamara has been a tireless advocate for the Third Ward and a thoughtful and passionate voice on issues that impact our entire city.
On Tuesday, July 19, he'll talk about his first term on the City Council and outline his ideas for Rockford's future.
This is an event you won't want to miss!
If you can't attend, Tom would appreciate your support.
You can mail a check to:
Friends of Tom McNamara
1047 Harlem Boulevard
Paid for by Friends of Tom McNamara.
A copy of our report filed with the State Board of Elections and the County Clerk is (or will be) available for purchase from the State Board of Elections, Springfield, Illinois and the County Clerk Winnebago, Illinois.
Fundraiser for David Soll, July 25, 6 to 8 pm
David Soll, Democratic Candidate for County Board is having a fundraiser on July 25th.
Come out and support our fellow Dem! July 25th, 6 to 8 pm, Hope & Anchor, 5040 N. 2nd, Loves Park.
CUB experts give advice on how to shave monthly utility costs
More than 40 people joined State Senator Steve Stadelman for a Utility Bill Clinic where expert advisers reviewed their monthly gas, electric and land-based phone bills and identified ways for them to save money. Each summer and winter since taking office in 2013, Senator Stadelman has invited representatives from the Citizens Utility to Board to work one-on-one with customers in the 34th District that he represents. Alice Heath (bottom photo) attended a previous clinic and has since been saving $70 a month on her land-based phone; she came back this week and discovered ways to trim her cable TV and internet costs. Spring Ridge Senior Housing on Fincham Road in Rockford offered its Community Room for the clinic.
Stadelman performs with Concert Band during summer park series
Senator Steve Stadelman narrated "Ask Not," a musical tribute to President John F. Kennedy as part of the Sinnissippi Music Shell free summer concert series. Stadelman delivered the spoken biographical sketch, including excerpts from JFK speeches, against a score performed by the Rockford Concert Band as a prelude to Independence Day weekend.
You're Invited - Tom McNamara Fundraiser July 19, 2016
Local Democrats Take Time Out From Campaigning to Work Clothing Drives
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Local Democratic Candidates Take Time Out from Campaigning to Work Clothing Recycling Drives
ROCKFORD, IL – Local Democratic candidates John Nelson, Angelique Bodine, Tricia Sweeney and David Soll are taking time off from campaigning to volunteer for the Keep Northern Illinois Beautiful (KNIB) Clothing Recycling Drive being held at various locations Saturday, July 9.
John Nelson, candidate for Winnebago County Board Chairman; Angelique Bodine, candidate for State Representative, 69th District; Tricia Sweeney, candidate for State Representative, 68th District, and David Soll, candidate for Winnebago County Board Member District 17 have turned in their campaign walking shoes for work gloves to volunteer for the annual KNIB Summer Clothing Drive, being held at eight Rockford area Schnucks Markets and the Belvidere Township Building Saturday, July 9, 2016.
Nelson has signed up at the E. State Street Rockford Schnucks, Bodine at the Roscoe Schnucks, and Sweeney and Soll are volunteering at the Loves Park Schnucks. All declined to make campaign statements as these are not campaign events but nonpartisan, nonprofit, community-focused volunteer events.
Keep Northern Illinois Beautiful (KNIB) is a private, non-governmental, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to educating and involving individuals in productive solutions that care for our stateline community environment. KNIB has collected more than 3.6 million pounds of clothing since 1999, with the recycled items being distributed in the U.S. and developing countries or repurposed into fiberfill products.
Nelson, Bodine, Sweeney, and Soll encourage residents to recycle unwanted clothes and remind residents that there are many volunteer opportunities at KNIB recycling drives and recycling centers throughout the year. Please visit http://www.knib.org to learn more about these volunteer opportunities.
Wallace Walking Door-to-Door this Summer to Hear from Residents
State Rep. Litesa Wallace
ROCKFORD, Ill. – With legislators back in their districts for the
remainder of summer, state Rep. Litesa Wallace, D-Rockford, is
continuing her outreach with residents by walking door-to-door to hear
their input.
"When I'm in Springfield, I want to make sure that I am acting in the
best interest of Rockford," Wallace said. "Going door-to-door gives me
insight on the local issues that affect our neighborhoods across the
city."
The Illinois General Assembly adjourned June 30 following passage of a
temporary stop-gap budget. Wallace supported the measure, which will
increase funding for Rockford schools and pay for essential services
such as cancer screenings, senior services and disability care. Since
taking office in 2014, Wallace has routinely engaged residents by going
door-to-door.
"I have been able to meet a lot of fascinating people in our community
by going door-to-door and hearing their stories," Wallace said. "There
will be a lot of important decisions to make in the near future, and
going bringing government directly to the doorstep of the community with
help prepare me. These personal stories stick with me, and it's
important that constituents know that their voice is heard."
For more information, please contact Wallace's full-time constituent
service office at 815-987-7433 or email Litesa@StateRepWallace.com.
Wallace Engages Community Activists at Wabongo Leadership Council Meeting
Wallace Engages Community Activists at Wabongo Leadership Council
ROCKFORD, Ill. – Encouraging residents to become actively engaged
citizens within the community, state Rep. Litesa Wallace, D-Rockford,
joined a Wabongo Leadership Council meeting Wednesday evening.
"Rockford is fortunate to have a number of local organizations that are
striving to improve the quality of life for every member of the
community," Wallace said. "The Wabongo Leadership Council is one such
organization that is helping to produce current and future leaders for
this region."
The Wabongo Leadership Council works as a volunteer organization
designed to promote education, health and wellness, and community and
economic wellness within Rockford. Activities have included organizing
college tours for Rockford high school students and promoting summer
employment opportunities for youth. Collaboration is emphasized by the
Wabongo Leadership Council, which holds networking meetings on the first
Wednesday of every month at varying local restaurants. For more
information, please visit www.wabongo.org.
"Without the hard work of Wabongo members, there are a lot of Rockford
students who would not have had the opportunity to see the type of
higher education and career opportunities that were available to them,"
Wallace said. "It has been great to see this organization grow and
develop, and I look forward to seeing them play an important role in the
lives of many within this community."
Lou Lang Fundraiser Aug 31
Illinois State Representative Lou Lang (D) is having a fundraiser August 31-September 1 at Eagle Ridge Resort and Spa in Galena, Illinois.
Rep. Lang doesn't represent the Rockford area specifically, but he is Deputy Majority Leader in the Illinois House of Representatives and works tirelessly for Illinois families, education and living wage jobs. He has also been an ally of local Democratic state representatives and senators for many years. Please consider supporting his campaign efforts.
A picture of his fundraiser flyer is below.
Add to Your Calendar – July 30th, Democratic Fundraiser Breakfast
Angelique Bodine for State Rep, Looking for July 4 Parade help
Now that summer is in full swing, it is time to celebrate the birth of our nation! And how does America do that best? With PARADES! Last weekend, we had our wonderful Heritage Days Celebration in Belvidere. Thank you to all who came out for that!
Our next events will be in Candlewick and Rockford. If you are able, please join us! Please wear anything purple and/or yellow (my campaign colors) or anything Democratic. I will also have campaign shirts available for a $15 donation each.
We are also accepting donations of candy for the parades (It can't be home-made, sorry!).
Details are as follows:
Candlewick Lake Parade
Come out and support your candidate for 69th District State Representative, Angelique Bodine, and march with her in her delegation in her home neighborhood!
Parade begins at 11:00am
LINEUP is at 10:15 at Friendship Park
Here is a map of Candlewick: http://candlewicklake.org/cwl-map/
(click "see More" to display it)
In the evening, there will be live music from the band Power Trip from 6-11pm, and fireworks at 9:15 over the lake.
Rockford Parade- http://rockfordfireandice.com/4th_of_july
Parade begins at 7:00pm
LINEUP is at 6:00 PM at 7th St. and 6th Ave.
Warmest Regards,     Angelique Bodine
Democratic Candidate for
69th District State Representative
https://www.facebook.com/AngeliqueForIllinois
www.AngeliqueForIllinois.com
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The clip features a man, obviously channeling after-school dance shows from the 1960s, dancing and lip-syncing to the song. Pay attention at about 30 seconds in, someone peeks out of the office window and quickly darts away. I don't know if it's intentional or not, but I find it somewhat amusing.


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Home Page Chess Life Online Rogers on Chennai: Carlsen & Anand Tied After Four Draws
Rogers on Chennai: Carlsen & Anand Tied After Four Draws
By GM Ian Rogers
Anand and Carlsen, Photo Cathy Rogers
Most World Championship matches disappear into the city in which they are held.
Walking around Bonn in 2008, Sofia in 2010 or Moscow in 2012, a non-chessplaying citizen would be unlikely to realize that a million dollar chess match was taking place. (Topalov was featured on posters and buses in Sofia, but promoting a bank, not his match with Anand.)
However traversing the streets of Viswanathan Anand's home town of Chennai, a city of 9 million on the south-east coast of India, it is impossible to miss the fact that the World Chess Championship match is on.
Posters for the match are everywhere, with slogans such as "You always make the right move", "You are unbeaten king" and "You are always our Champion".
Yet there is one curious omission on these posters – any images of Anand or Carlsen. Instead it is the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, Jayalalithaa Jayaram, whose smiling visage dominates the posters.
She is the unbeaten king and it was her decision to allocate $6m of Tamil Nadu's money to bringing the world title match to Chennai.
Some visitors have wondered why Jayalalithaa has chosen to do so, three years before she must stand for election again. (In fact Jayalalithaa's commitment came earlier – Chennai bid unsuccessfully for the 2012 Anand-Gelfand match and were given the 2013 match by FIDE as a consolation.)
However other posters provide a hint of why Jayalalithaa is so prominent – her supporters want the former movie star to move up to become Prime Minister of India. Hosting a world title match which is news around India is a good start.
Certainly for some locals there is a feeling on unreality about the arrival of a World Championship match in India – the first title match to be held outside Europe since the 1995 Kasparov-Anand match in New York and the first competition in India involving Anand since 2000.
Photo Cathy Rogers
The playing hall in the Hyatt Regency ballroom is ideal, with soundproof glass separating the players from an enthusiastic crowd of 400 who have travelled from around India to see Anand and Carlsen in action. Tickets for seats are expensive, starting at around $40, but the organisers have allowed up to 100 to stand at the back of the hall, so the event is not entirely inaccessible to the masses.
Carlsen described his experience in Chennai as "[easily] better than expected. I am treated well everywhere and regardless of the result of the match, this [opinion] will not change."
The only sour note - one which hardly affected the players - came with a heavy-handed attempt to exclude visiting legend Garry Kasparov from the media centre and the commentary room. The disrespect to Kasparov was pounced on by the local press, leading to a backdown. At a hastily arranged press conference, the FIDE Deputy President Georgios Makropoulos offered a straight denial that any such bans had existed, making a move of PR genius by accusing the journalists present of making up stories because the first two games were boring.
GM Ian Rogers and Former World Champ Garry Kasparov, Photo Cathy Rogers
Meanwhile Kasparov decided not to embarrass the hosts by attempting to visit the once forbidden places and at game times alternated between sitting in the playing hall and analyzing the games with Indian GM Venkatash in the hotel's business centre. Of course the result was that the worldwide television and internet audience were deprived of a legend's views on the games, though Kasparov did use Twitter to voice his opinions – virtually all praise – about the play.
The praise has definitely been deserved. After two games which barely came out of the opening, the match has opened up with a near-miss for Anand in game three and an incredibly high class battle in game four.
The critical moment in game three – and perhaps Anand's one big chance in the match so far - came in the following position
Position after White's 33rd move
A few moves earlier, Anand had (correctly) refused a proffered pawn by Carlsen in order to play for attack and by now he had 12 minutes to 7 and a chance to launch an attack on either side of the board.
33...Qb4?!
"He played this move immediately," said Kasparov, "but the queen is heading in the wrong direction. he needed to target f2 with 33...Rf8! and after 34.Bxd3 he has to find 34...Qd6! which is a funny sort of double attack - against g3 and on the d-file."
Kasparov had in mind the variation 35.Qg2 Rxf2! 36.Rxf2 Rf8 37.Raf1 Rxf2 38.Rxf2 Bxf2+ 39.Qxf2 Qxd3 when the queen endgame should be a slow but sure win for Black, e.g. 40.Qa7+ Kf6 41.Qf2+ Ke5 42.Qc5+ Ke4 and the Black king easily escapes the checks after which the e pawn can start advancing.
34.Rad1 Bxb2?
Anand hesitated before he played this capture, pulling his hand back for a minute before taking the pawn.
This was Anand's last chance to play 34...Rf8! 35.Bxd3 Qd6! and return to the variation in the last note. Of course 35...Qd6 is a hard move to see once you have committed your queen to b4.
Anand said that he looked at 35...Rxf2!? 36.Rxf2 Rf8 but decided that White would be fine after 37.Qe4! - "the upside was not clear to me," Anand added.
35.Qf3!
"I am sure Magnus stopped worrying now," said Kasparov. "He is a player who likes his pieces on healthy squares and he would not need to be asked twice to bring his queen back from h1."
35...Bf6 36.Rxd3 Rxd3 37.Rxd3 Rd8
"I saw 37...Bd4 ," said Anand, "but after 38.Qe2 I didn't see any way to make progress."
38.Rxd8 Bxd8 39.Bd3 Qd4 40.Bxb5 Qf6
Here Anand offered a draw but Carlsen decided to keep going, presumably since this was the best position he had had all game!
41.Qb7+ Be7 42.Kg2 g5 43.hxg5 Qxg5 44.Bc4 h4 45.Qc7 hxg3 46.Qxg3 e5 47.Kf3 Qxg3+ 48.fxg3
48...Bc5
"If someone had knocked back a draw against me, I would have played
48...Bh4!," said Kasparov.
49.Ke4 Bd4 50.Kf5 Bf2 51.Kxe5 Bxg3+ Draw Agreed
The fourth game was an epic battle where opinions varied wildly.
Anand, convinced he had misplayed the opening badly believed he was in trouble.
Kasparov – also believing that Anand had misplayed the opening – was much more optimistic about Anand's chances and viewed Carlsen as the player who had to defend well to survive.
Carlsen was sure he was supposed to be better but could not understand how Anand kept finding counterplay.
Meanwhile, all the commentators and other mortals relying on computer analysis had Carlsen at half a pawn up for most of the game and because of the tyranny of the computer suggestions were not always able to appreciate just how accurately the two GMs were playing.
30.Rc2 a5!
This cost Carlsen 7 minutes (of 43) and it needed a deep understanding of the position to realise that Black's king needs the a6 square urgently – e.g. 30...a6 would lead to difficulties after 31.Rdc1 Bd7 32.e6 fxe6 33.fxe6 Be8 34.Nd4.
31.Rc4!
Suddenly, with ...a4 stymied – Kasparov was looking forward to the variation 31...a4 32.bxa4 Bxf5 33.Rxc6! - Black has almost run out of moves. After another seven minutes Carlsen took a deep breath and played...
31...g6! 32.Rdc1
Anand used a quarter of an hour trying to make 32.e6 fxe6 33.fxg6 work but rejected it because of 33...Rh6.
Unwilling to risk Nakamura's tweeted positional exchange sacrifice 32.f6!?! Be6 33.Rxc6! Kxc6 34.Nd4+, Anand settled on a better line.
32...Bd7 33.e6 fxe6 34.fxe6 Be8 35.Ne4!!
White has no time to waste – 35.Kg2 Rh7 followed by 36...Re7 enables Black to consolidate.
35...Rxg4+ 36.Kf2
36...Rf4+?!
This was Kasparov's suggestion but it throws away Carlsen's best winning chance of the game.
36...Rd8! was strong, not fearing discoveries such as 37.Nc5+ bxc5 38.Rxg4 Ne5! when Black has too many threats. Therefore White must try 37.Ke3 but after 37...Rd5 38.Nbc3 Re5! 39.Kf3 Rgxe4! 40.Rxe4 Rxe6! White will struggle to hold any of the resultant endgames.
37.Ke3 Rf8
Kasparov's 37...Rf5 is no better because of 38.Ned6+ followed by capturing on e8 and c6 with a drawn rook ending.
38.Nd4! Nxd4 39.Rxc7+ Ka6 40.Kxd4 Rd8+ 41.Kc3
Heading straight for a drawn 2v1 rook ending which Carlsen toils mightily to avoid before eventually conceding the half point.
41...Rf3+ 42.Kb2 Re3 43.Rc8 Rdd3! 44.Ra8+ Kb7 45.Rxe8 Rxe4 46.e7 Rg3 47.Rc3 Re2+ 48.Rc2 Ree3 49.Ka2 g5 50.Rd2 Re5 51.Rd7+ Kc6 52.Red8 Rge3 53.Rd6+ Kb7 54.R8d7+ Ka6 55.Rd5 Re2+ 56.Ka3 Re6 57.Rd8 g4 58.Rg5 Rxe7 59.Ra8+ Kb7 60.Rag8 a4 61.Rxg4 axb3 62.R8g7 Ka6 63.Rxe7 Rxe7 64.Kxb3 Draw Agreed
So the title match is tied 2-2 and all the pundits who had confidently (or hesitantly) predicted a Carlsen win are now wondering if Anand can, once again, squeak over the line and defend his title successfully for the fourth time.
Both players are struggling to find any advantage with the white pieces but both also seem to be in excellent form. In recent years Carlsen has always been in excellent form – his run of 2800 performances demonstrates that – but an in-form (and fit) Anand has been a much rarer bird of late. Watching Anand at somewhere near his best versus the awesome Carlsen should be a treat over the next fortnight. And even Kasparov, notoriously critical about the 2012 world title match, is likely to concede that the winner deserves to be called the best player in the world.
Follow Ian on his new twitter account @GMIanRogers along with @USChess and look for more Rogers' reportage as as the World Championship match progresses.
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Sadorra and Lenderman win in DallasThe US in the World Team: Loss to Armenia, Win vs. Egypt UT-Dallas and Texas Tech Tie for Texas Collegiate ChampsUSA Beats Russia in World Team Nakamura & Kamsky Headline World Team Championship Squad Miami Sharks, 2013 US Chess League Champions! Magnus Carlsen World Champion! GM Invitational Kicks Off in Dallas Chess Culture in the PhilippinesCarlsen Closes in on World Championship Moradiabadi Tops Kings Island Carlsen Maintains Lead in Chennai Chess at International Games DayThe November Check is in the Mail Rogers on Chennai: Carlsen Leads 4-2 after Anand CollapseCarlsen Takes Commanding Lead in Chennai Rogers on Chennai: Carlsen & Anand Tied After Four Draws USCL Quarterfinal HighlightsWorld Championship Perks Up in Round Three Bryan Smith GM Title Approved in Chennai Sarkar on the Boardwalk Grandmaster Ashley Headlines Cleveland Scholastic Open Philly Predicts the World Chess Championships [VIDEO] Jerome "Jerry" Bibuld, International Arbiter (1928-2013)Call for Applicants: US Chess School January '14Belgrade Wins Gligoric Cup to Take Series Lead Playoffs Set in the US Chess League Bryan Smith Earns Final GM Norm in Michigan 2014 All-America Chess Team Announced


Though I prefer to purchase my produce at Whole Foods or my neighborhood farmer's market (or, when incredibly desperate, at the Key Foods across the street from me), Trader Joe's is a pretty great one stop shop for fruits and veggies, frozen meals, and those little brownie tubs everyone likes so much. And now, Trader Joe's is adding a new addition to its already impressive repertoire: Trader Joe's has announced it will start selling birthday party cake at its locations.
Trader Joe's revealed the big birthday cake news in a post on its website's "Dig In" blog on Friday, with it invoking the name of one of the culinary world's most celebrated celebrity chefs. "The late Chef Julia Child once noted, 'A party without a cake is really just a meeting,'" the blog post said in its opening. "Oh, how right she was." And indeed, Trader Joe's believes they've prepared the perfect party cake, one "[m]ade without the artificial junk you'll find in most ready-made, grocery store cakes," per their post.
The 21-ounce cake, which will be sold at most stores for $6.99, is comprised of two layers of white vanilla cake, replete with vanilla buttercream frosting, rainbow confetti sprinkles ("We don't skimp on the sprinkles," Trader Joe's promises), and space for you to write out your own message in edible icing up top. Note that Trader Joe's says the cake'll feed to eight to 10 people, though they haven't seen me eat cake, so that could be an underestimate.
It certainly sounds good, and though I like a good Funfetti cake (birthday or not) as much as the next gal, I do appreciate dessert made without all the weird chemicals you'd find in those on typical store shelves. I'm also happy Trader Joe's made their version using vanilla cake. As an adult, I tend to go for red velvets or deep chocolates, but good old-fashioned vanilla cake reminds me of when we used to celebrate birthdays at day camp with vanilla cake and bug juice. It was literally the only good thing about camp, day or overnight, and sometimes I still dream about the bug juice.
Still, the only birthday cake that'll truly captivate me is Carvel ice cream cake. Back in the days of my youth, my grandparents lived within driving distance of a Carvel, and in the summer we kept their freezer stocked with Flying Saucers and Fudgie the Whales. But the real highlight was birthdays—my grandfather's is in June and mine's in September, so we'd often celebrate at their house with a nice, cooling ice cream cake.
There aren't many Carvel outposts left in my area anymore, but their soft serve was always the creamiest, most velvety, and all-around best. The ice cream cake was no exception. It was vanilla with chocolate mixed in, and I remember it coming layered with chocolate crunchies and red icing drizzled all over. These days, birthdays are just reminders that my hangovers are getting worse with age, but back then, they were a time for presents, parties, and Carvel cake, none of which I had to pay for. Childhood was, occasionally, a better time, minus camp.
That being said, any excuse for cake is a good one, whether it be a birthday, an office happy hour, or a Tuesday afternoon on my couch, while I binge-watch Weeds. Bonus points for me if I can decorate the cake with the aforementioned tub brownies, and maybe a side helping of little frozen Greek Spanakopita, for my veggies. I may love good cake, but that doesn't mean my tastebuds aren't bizarre as all heck.


Above: Santa Susana Mountain Park Association member John Luker leads a tour group at the Chatsworth Nature Preserve Earth Day Open House held on April 7.
LOS ANGELES (April 18, 2018) — More than 1,500 people celebrated Earth Day two weeks early at the Chatsworth Nature Preserve Earth Day Open House hosted by the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) and the Santa Susana Mountain Park Association on Saturday, April 7.
The event at the City of Los Angeles' only nature preserve featured an opening ceremony that included a special Wishtoyo Chumash Native American Tribal Blessing performed by Chumash Tribal Elder Johnny Moreno. The event also featured live animal exhibits, information booths, A bird observation station hosted by the National Audubon Society, and two-mile guided walking tours around the Chatsworth Pond.
Because the property is closed to the public to preserve habitat on the site, the annual Open House provides a once-a-year opportunity for the public to view wildlife habitat and plants and trees around the Chatsworth Nature Preserve. In addition to more than 18 species of birds seen that day, there was also a legless lizard sighting.
Tour guides provided the public with historical background of the area, as well as facts about the animal and plant life in the preserve. One species of oak tree located on the site, which typically live 200 to 300 years, serve as an important part of Chatsworth Nature Preserve's ecosystem. These mature oaks provide sapling oaks with moisture, nourishment and protection from the sun while also serving as critical habitat for birds, insects, plants and animals indigenous to the area.
Speakers also included 12th District L.A. City Councilmember Mitch Englander, Senator Henry Stern, and Santa Susana Mountain Park Association Vice President Tom Nachtrab.
The LADWP-owned property originally served as the site of a reservoir put into service in 1919 and fed by the San Fernando Reservoir. Because the reservoir dam was built without mechanical compaction of the soil, it was deemed seismically vulnerable and removed from service in 1972. In 1997 the Los Angeles City Council renamed the Chatsworth Reservoir as the Chatsworth Nature Preserve establishing the City's first and only nature preserve.


For years there are have been traffic schools, most often held in the basement of a DMV or a rented room in a hotel, these classes have been designed to help you get tickets dismissed, meet requirements for a job and much more. Now there is another choice, taking an online traffic school, that allows you to have more flexibility and offers the opportunity to those that might otherwise not be able to take these classes.
The real value of an online traffic school is that you do not have to take time off, you do not have to travel to where the class is being held and you can start taking it when you are ready to. This flexibility means that more people will take traffic classes and get the benefit from doing so, which is to learn how better to protect themselves and others on the road.


The Allstate Sugar Bowl has been a proud sponsor of the University of New Orleans for the past five years. This year will mark the second year of the Allstate Sugar Bowl Baseball Classic at Maestri Field on the campus of the lakefront school.
The event will feature the Privateers hosting Chicago State (Friday, Feb. 22, 6:30 p.m.), Rutgers (Saturday, Feb. 23, 2 p.m.) and Butler (Sunday, Feb. 24, 1 p.m.).
The University of Iowa and the University of New Orleans both posted 2-1 marks at the inaugural Allstate Sugar Bowl Baseball Classic played February 23-25 at UNO's Maestri Field on the Lakefront. Ball State and Virginia Tech were 1-2 in the event.


The Phoenix Agents: Is it all Doom and Gloom?
I logged onto the web this morning and was greeted by an overwhelming feeling of doom and gloom.
Housing starts slump to record lows. Worst number since they started keeping records in 1959.
New Unemployment Claims match the highest number in the last 28 years.
We're working with a couple/few first time home buyers, who wouldn't have been able to buy a home at last year's prices. We also have some investor-clients who are looking at our market like it's the opportunity of a decade (and it probably is!) And I've talked with a few people recently who have found work after being laid off, or who moved here from 'other parts' and didn't have any trouble finding jobs.
Some things are out of our control, I know. But at some level life is what you make it. Keep your chin up - we'll get through this. We always do.


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Rev. James H. Fairchild, D.D., O. ; Rev. Edward P. Goodwin, D.D., III. ;
Rev. Israel W. Andrews, D.D., O.; Rev. Alden B. Robbins, D.D., Ia. ;
Rev. Zachary Eddy, D.D.,
Mich. ;
Rev, Constans L. Goodell, D.D., Mo.; Rer. James T. Hyde, D.D.,
Rev. Richard Cordley, D.D., Kan.;
Rev. George Mooar, D.D., Cal.
Ill. ;
This Commission assembled, 27-28 September, 1881, at Syracuse, N. Y.; nineteen of the twenty-five being present. Prof. Samuel Harris, D.D., sent in his resignation, and Rev. Jo. seph G. Johnson, D.D., of Rutland, Vermont, was chosen in his stead. After extended and prayerful deliberation on the general subject committed to them, the Commission appointed a committee of nine to prepare a creed-formula for consideration by the body. This was done, and submitted in print to each member of the Commission some weeks previous to its second session. This was held in New York City 1-2 November, 1882, at which time the form presented received most careful revision. It was then put into type again, and again sent out for critical examination. At the third and last session of the Commission, in New York City, 19-20 December, 1883, at which more than twenty were present, either in person or by written vote and suggestion, a final revision was unanimously adopted and ordered to be printed and forwarded to each member to receive-should he be prepared to sign it—his signature. It was thus signed by two-and-twenty members ; Rev. E. P. Goodwin, D.D., who had attended but the first session, and Drs. Alden and Karr, who were absent from the last, withholding their names.
As thus published "to the churches and to the world through the public press," the result of their labors is as follows, viz. :
STATEMENT OF DOCTRINE. I. We believe in one God, the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth, and of all things visible and invisible;
And in Jesus Christ, His only Son, our Lord, who is of one substance with the Father; by whom all things were made;
And in the Holy Spirit, the Lord and Giver of life, who is sent from the Father and Son,* and who together with the Father and Son is worshipped and glorified.
II. We believe that the Providence of God, by which He executes His eternal purposes in the government of the world, is in and over all events; yet so that the freedom and responsibility of man are not impaired, and sin is the act of the creature alone.
III. We believe that man was made in the image of God, that he might know, love, and obey God, and enjoy Him forever; that our first parents by disobedience fell under the righteous condemnation of God; and that all men are so alienated from God that there is no salvation
* [In this abridgment of the Nicene Creed, the framers skillfully avoid the Filioque controversy by substituting sent for proceeds. The Greek Church teaches the single (eternal) procession of the Spirit "from the Father," the Latin Church, the double procession " from the Father and the Son ;" but both agree in the double (temporal) mission of the Spirit from the Father and the Son. See Vol. II. pp. 57–61.-Ed.]
INDEX TO VOL. III.
berg, 307; Luther's, 74 ; Westminster
Larger, 674; Westminster Shorter, 676 ;
Absolution, 206, 825.
Union, 831.
Adiaphora, 228, 302.
Celibacy of priests, 30, 202, 304, 507.
Adoption, 628.
Ceremonies, ecclesiastical, 16, 160, 295,
Altar, sacrament of the, 90. See Lord's 302, 812.
Supper.
Christ, 9, 215, 314, 751; alone the giver of
Anabaptists condemned, 13, 17, 18, 173, 291, eternal salvation, 254, 499, 778,819; burial
306, 382, 433.
of, 446 ; death of, 446, 561, 586 ; incarna-
Angels, 246.
tion of, 402, 443, 488, 751 ; intercession of,
Antitrinitarians condemned, 179.
413, 779; passion of, 446; person of, 147,
Apostles' Creed, exposition of, 77, 314, 518, 182, 187; his return to judgment, 17; res-
urrection of, 807, 814; second coming, 756,
Articles of Religion of the Church of England, 783; the High-Priest, our satisfaction, 406,
486 ; Arminian Articles, 545; Irish Arti 507, 811, 825; the Mediator, 619, 752; true
cles, 527; Lambeth Articles, 523; Meth. and eternal God, 393; two natures of,
odist Articles, 807; Reformed Episcopal 404 ; very God and very man, 254, 444,
Articles, 814.
531, 766, 807, 814, 821 ; without sin, 496,
Articles of the Evangelical Alliance, 821.
Ascension, 448.
Church, 11, 218, 271, 458, 499, 538, 657,
Assurance of grace and salvation, 637.
721, 746, 755, 810; authority of, 220, 500,
Auburn Declaration, 777.
539, 821 ; censures of, 667; government
Augsburg Confession, 3.
of and officers in, 421 ; nature of, 12,
442, 724; order and discipline of the,
423, 724, 733; the Catholic Christian,
Baptism, 13, 85, 183, 188, 224, 289, 329, 425,
the one Head of, 271 ; true, duty
504, 542, 661, 741, 747, 755, 770, 797, 811, of joining the, 418; true, marks of the,
Baptists, Calvinistic, 738, 742, 749.
Civil government, 747.
Baptists, Free-will, 749.
Communion of Saints, 659.
Belgic Confession, 383.
Community of goods, 303, 513, 813, 826.
Bishop of Rome, 539.
Conclusions of Berne, the Ten, 208.
Burial of the faithful, 301.
Concord, Formula of, 93.
Confession, 13, 40, 825; the Augsburg, 3;
Baptist, 738, 742, 749; Belgic, 383; Con-
Call, the Gospel, 753.
gregational, 707 ; Cumberland Presbyte-
Calling, effectual, 624, 773.
rian, 771; Helvetic (First), 211; Helvetic
Canonical books, 385, 490, 526, 601, 759, 815. (Second), 233 ; French, 356 ; Genovan Free
Canons of the Synod of Dort, 550.
Church, 781; Italian Free Church, 787;
Catechism, the Anglican, 517; the Heidel Reformed Churches, 383; Quakers', 789 ;
Scotch (First), 437; Scotch (Second), 480 ;
Westminster, 599; Waldensian, 757.
Congregational Creeds, 707, 910.
Helvetic Confession, 211, 233.
Conversion of man, 262, 564, 586.
Heresies and sects, 173.
Councils, General, 239, 465, 500, 539, 668, Heretics and schismatics, 228.
Holy days, 201, 298.
Covenant, God's, with man, 616; the Nation- Holy Spirit, true and eternal God, 324, 394,
al, 480.
489, 751, 766, 784, 807, 815; faith in the,
Creation, 246, 395, 398, 440, 529, 611, 750. 450.
Creed, 77, 492.
Homilies, 509.
Creeds, the Three, 528. See Confession.
Cumberland Presbyterian Confession, 771. Idols, 241.
Immortality of the soul, 246, 459.
Imperfection of man, 456, 530.
Deacons, 422.
Imputation of sin and righteousness, 778.
Decalogue. See Ten Commandments. Infirmity of man, 398.
Declaration of Savoy, 707; Congregational Intercession of Saints, 200.
Union of England and Wales, 730; Boston Intermediate state, 756.
Congregational Council, 734; Oberlin Na-
tional Council, 737; Auburn, 777.
Decree, eternal, 528, 608, 771; concerning Judgment, last, 433, 543, 671, 756.
man's redemption, 215.
Justification, 10, 266, 407, 409, 494, 532, 626,
Descent into Hades, 159, 488.
Divorce, 655.
works before, 817.
Elders, 422.
Knowledge, true foundation of, 789.
Election, 252, 401, 444, 745, 777, 820.
Evangelical Alliance, Articles of, 827.
Excommunication, 202, 508.
Law and the Gospel, 126, 746.
Law, ceremonial, abolished, 412; perfection
of the, 456; the third use of the, 130.
Faith, 218, 262, 532, 744, 753, 817; right- Law of God, 259, 640.
eousness of, 114; saving, 630, 779. Liberty of conscience, 613, 719, 720, 748, 797.
Fall of man, 247, 398, 530, 564, 586,615, 743, Light, saving and spiritual, 792.
750, 777.
Lord's Prayer, exposition of, 80, 351, 520,
Fasts, 201, 298.
Fathers, the ancient, 212, 239.
Lord's Supper, 13, 29, 135, 181, 187, 225,
Free will, 18, 106, 213, 214, 249, 493, 623, 291, 332, 428, 505, 542, 663, 741, 747,
773, 779, 809, 820.
755, 797, 811, 823; both kinds in the, 29,
Free-will Baptist Confession, 749.
507, 811, 824; scope of the, 506.
Friends, Confession of Society of, 789.
Magistrates, 16, 203, 229, 307, 432, 474, 512,
Gallican Confession, 356.
536, 652, 720, 741, 797, 812, 826.
God, 7, 213, 240, 383, 439, 606, 749; one in Man's condition by nature, 750, 782, 817.
Essence, three in Person, 389; the Father, Marriage, 202, 230, 304, 655, 812, 826.
315; knowledge of, 384; the justice and Mass, 34, 200, 507, 543.
mercy of, 405; the true, 742.
Meats, choice of, 298; distinction of, 42.
Good works, 20, 121, 200, 218, 268, 410, Ministering to the congregation, 501, 502,
494, 534, 633, 809, 819; cause of, 452; 810, 822, 824; to the sick, 300.
what God holds as, 454, 495.
Ministers, 206, 219, 221, 422; choice of, 221;
Goods, Christian men's, 813, 826.
work of, 222.
Grace, extent of, in gospel, 718; in regenera- Ministry of the Church, 10, 278, 538, 755,
tion, 744.
24, 334,
in dhe
Misery of man, 308.
Monastic vows, 49.
Moral inability, 779.
Sabbath, 646; the Christian, 747, 754.
Moravian Easter Litany, 799.
Sacraments, 223, 285, 328, 424, 467, 502, 541,
660, 810, 822; efficiency of, 503; right
administration of, 471; to whom they ap-
Neighbors, duty towards our, 537.
pertain, 474; use of, 15.
New Arians, errors of the, 178.
Salvation, way of, 743; freeness of, 744, 773,
New Hampshire (Baptist) Confession, 742. 779, 793.
New obedience, 11.
Sanctification, 410, 534, 629, 745, 754.
Satan, 246.
Savoy Declaration, 708.
Oath, 513.
Saxon Visitation Articles, 181.
Oaths, lawful, 649, 813.
Scandals, 204.
Oberlin Declaration, 737.
Schismatics, 228.
Orders and sects, 201.
Schwenkfeldians, 177.
Orders, ecclesiastical, 15.
Scotch Confessions, 437, 480.
Ordination of the clergy, 206, 278, 511. Scriptures, Holy, 211, 237, 260, 385, 526, 599,
Original sin, 8, 97, 213, 400, 440, 492, 530, 600, 749, 751, 781, 791; authority of, 386,
464, 742; difference between canonical and
apocryphal, 387; inspiration of, 384; intent
nf, 212; interpretation of, 211, 239; sufficien-
Penitence of man, 262.
cy as only rule of faith, 387, 736; sufficien-
Perfection, 794.
cy of, for salvation, 489, 767, 781, 808, 815.
Perseverance of Saints, 571, 592, 636, 746, Second Helvetic Confession, 831.
Sects, 173.
Philadelphia Confession, 738.
Service of God, 227, 295, 534.
Pilgrimages, 201.
Signs, 201.
Prayer, 204, 296, 350.
Sin, 247, 615, 777; after baptism, 496; after
Predestination and election of God, 165, 185, justification, 809; after conversion, 820;
cause of, 20, 217; hereditary, 778, 792.
Promises, 260.
Sins, remission of, 205.
Promises, revelation of, 441.
Sonship of believers, 814.
Providence, 244, 396, 529, 612, 749.
Spirits, presence of, 301.
Punishment for sin, 615, 748, 756.
State of the soul after death, 543, 670, 756.
Purgatory, 206, 301, 501, 810.
Supererogation, work:s of, 809, 819.
Quakers, Confession of, 789.
Ten Commandments, exposition of, 74, 842,
Testament, Old, 491,510, 601, 808,816; New,
Recreations, 798.
Redemption of man, 311, 402, 561, 586, 756, Thankfulness, 338.
Traditions of men, 212, 239; of the Church,
Reformed Episcopal Articles, 814.
508; distinction of, 42.
Reforms of abuses, 207.
Trinity, Holy, 240, 606, 781 ; faith in, 487,528,
Regeneration, 753, 779, 817.
807, 814; proof of the, 390.
Religion, the Thirty-nine Articles. See Ar-
ticles of Religion.
Repentance, 14, 631, 744, 753, 818.
Union Catechism, 831.
Resurrection, 447, 489, 543, 670, 756,
Retribution, 756.
Visitation Articles of Saxony, 181.
Revelation, immedinte, 790.
Vows, lawful, 619.
Reward of good works, 268.
Vows of purity, 202.
VOL. III.-NNN


In my early 20s, I was a follower devoted to society's formula for success and happiness seeking comfort and complacency. The recipe was a step-by-step guide to having an illusional safe and problem-free life.
All I had to do was to obey the script.
However, despite obtaining everything society wanted me to have, I lacked fulfillment and happiness.
To find my answer, I went on a long self-discovery journey to find myself. After rocking the boat and challenging the status quo, I took initiative and worked on goals I created for myself.
That's when I became the leader of my life.
After discovering my core values, I envisioned myself living a congruent life aligned with my beliefs while contributing to a greater cause that's much bigger than myself. All my skills and wisdom must be paid forward and given back to humanity.
By leading my life, I strictly focused on activities that brought my vision closer to reality. Regardless of what my results were, I was always in control of my feelings and behaviors despite external events.
Instead of being a victim and reacting to life, I stayed grounded to my purpose and responded with effective actions. By becoming a creator of my own life, I have also led others by example as a byproduct.
Without a strong and positive vision, others will have an extremely difficult time working with you. That's because they won't believe the cause they're doing is worthwhile and meaningful.
For them to produce greatness and excellence, they must believe their contribution is bringing them closer to make the vision a reality.
To become a great leader, you must have a compelling vision that evokes motivation and conviction in your team. With your aspiring mission, you create S-M-A-R-T goals by challenging the status quo to make steady progress.
As a result, your team members know their exact responsibilities for achieving each manageable and realistic goals.
Trust is the paramount quality of strong and thriving leadership. Here are some behaviors that don't display trust.
The simple act of not being completely honest on even the small issues, you are sub-communicating to others you're also susceptible to lying to them about the important matters.
The above acts translate to delivering news in a timely manner even though you may not have all the information. It's better for others to know partially now instead of keeping them in the dark.
Among all the ways to build trust, leading by example is by far the best.
By following through your words with action, you hold yourself accountable. This in return lets others know you're a man of character who lives with a high level of integrity. With clear communication of expectations, you can persuade others to hold themselves accountable since you also do that for yourself.
Because your team members are your greatest asset, you must treat their priorities as your priorities. As a result, they will believe what's important to them is also crucial to you.
For example, if your employees need extra time to meet a project deadline because of the client's last-minute changes. You must speak with senior management and ask for more time to complete the necessary tasks.
This shows you genuinely care about your team's needs.
Trust takes time to build, but it only takes seconds to break. Therefore, ensure you're always maintaining and flourishing it with your team.
In practicality, you take time out of your life to engage and care for your colleagues.
There's no such thing as not having enough time. If you truly care, you'll make the time. It's simple as that. Your team members will appreciate your genuineness and reciprocate with higher levels of productivity and quality of work.
Having fairness doesn't mean you must treat everyone equally. It can vary depending on your team members' needs. For example, if one of your coworkers needs more time from you to help them develop a particular skill compared to the rest of the team, then you must dedicate the necessary resources to help your colleague thrive.
But as a great leader, your level of commitment to each team member's growth and success is the same.
Increased loyalty and engagement are some benefits of treating your team with fairness. As a result, you'll have higher quality results and happier team members who enjoy working with you.
A truly great leader has a positive vision for himself and his team. In addition, he listens carefully because he doesn't know everything.
Having the humility to learn from everyone around him, he remains curious and respectful. Valuing growth, great leaders appreciate and openly accepts constructive feedback. By doing so, they can take the required steps to improve and become better.
You're the only person that can make your vision into a reality. Leading by example, you will attract others who reciprocate. In return, you will bond and travel together on the journey.
On the path of greatness, you will inspire those around you to unlock their fullest potential.
In addition to being a great leader, you're also a great follower of people who inspire you to do amazing things. You must have an open mind and the willingness to try new things to achieve different results.
With the enormous power to lead your life and those around you, create a beneficial and impactful vision for yourself.


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