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Jeff
Jawer |
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| Title:
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Founder,
CEO and Publisher |
| Before
StarIQ: |
Jeff
was Vice President of Operations for ACS Publications where
he was responsible for overseeing operations of the leading
publisher of astrology reference books and software. Previously,
Jeff was the Director of Public Relations for Matrix Software
where he was in charge of customer relations and served as editor
of the company's online astrology magazine. |
| Did
you know: |
Jeff
is the author of more than 100 articles published in the U.S.
and abroad, including AOL property Astrology.net and Cosmo
Girl magazine. |
Education/
Experience:
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B.A.
in the "History and Science of Astrology" from University of
Massachusetts at Amherst. Jeff has been practicing astrology
professionally since 1973. |
| Quotable: |
"Astrology
offers another perspective, not the only perspective on life.
It has been used for thousands of years by virtually every culture
on Earth and has helped us develop agriculture, cities and civilization.
So it continues to be a good and helpful guide to making choices—if
used intelligently." |
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Rick
Merlin Levine |
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| Title:
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Founder,
President and Chief Wizard |
| Before
StarIQ: |
Rick
has successfully managed several database-intensive software
and Internet development projects and was a pioneer in software
retailing with Los Angeles based Software Centres International. |
| Did
you know: |
Rick
is a founding trustee of Kepler College, the only college of
astrology in the western world authorized by the Higher Education
Coordinating Board to issue bachelors and masters degrees in
astrological studies. |
Education/
Experience:
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With
22 years of experience as a professional astrologer Rick has
a solid understanding of the relationship between science and
astrology. Rick regularly speaks at conferences and workshops
and is an active voice in the astrological community. |
| Quotable: |
"We're
at a special time in history because with the advent of the
Internet, astrology is beginning to be understood as a powerful
tool. With the Internet's ability for mass customization, the
unique characteristics of each and every person can be broadcast
efficiently so people will begin to see astrology as a viable
and effective tool in their personal business lives." |
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Gail
Goldberg |
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| Title:
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Vice
President of Operations |
| Before
StarIQ: |
Gail
managed publicity and strategic planning for astrological publications
at Llewellyn Worldwide in St. Paul, Minn. At Llewellyn, Gail
helped to coordinate marketing campaigns, promotions and oversaw
consumer and business customer service. In addition, Gail also
has experience in budget development, event planning, multi-media
promotional campaigns and consumer sales. |
| Did
you know: |
Gail
is the first employee of StarIQ, playing a vital role in the
company's daily growth and development. |
Education/
Experience:
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Aside
from years of experience in management, business development
and customer relations, Gail also has a deep understanding and
passion for community outreach and astrology. |
| Quotable: |
"Astrology
is really about the connections between where we live and how—being
prescriptive rather than predictive. It's a resource for empowerment,
giving us a unique, objective assessment of our talents and
interests." |
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Ron
Weldy |
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| Title:
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Vice
President of Technology Development |
| Before
StarIQ: |
At
StopLoss Service, LLC, Ron created a custom computer program
for claims tracking systems including intensive database programming
and management. Previously, as Director of Product Development
at Diploma Technologies, Ron created and supported a DOS-based
software program, modified product to handle multiple users
and redesigned existing management programs. |
| Did
you know: |
Ron's first job in the technology
sector was as a systems programmer for five years at Mitsui
& Co., USA. |
Education/
Experience:
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Ron has more than 12 years experience
in technology development including program design and database
management. |
| Quotable: |
"As a seasoned database programmer,
I never thought I'd be applying my technical skills to astrology,
but that was before I learned two things about astrology. First,
I discovered the logical and mathematical basis of the system,
and second, I learned that this stuff really works. It's exciting
to be part of a team that is mining this ancient data." |
