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Why are we creating the Neurolex?
The Neurolex project is an outgrowth of the Neuroscience Information Framework (NIF) project. The NIF project is developing a practical framework for neuroscientists to find resources that are relevant to their research. Resources include databases, data, literature, software tools, research materials, services and training materials. Because neuroscience is a broad and diverse discipline, providing a unifying framework is a challenging task. Neuroscientists work at many scales, with many types of data and in many organisms. Unlike the genomics field, where everyone can tie data to a sequence, neuroscience has few organizing principles that span the multiplicity of systems and modalities in which we work. The main thing that ties neuroscience together is conceptual; neuroscientists tie the data they produce to terminology describing cells, anatomy, function and disorders of the brain. The NIF thus relies on terminology to provide the unifying framework for organizing and searching neuroscience resources. A common vocabulary is used to tag resources and information contained in the resources to make it easier for the NIF system to return relevant results. The more that neuroscientists use this common vocabulary when reporting their results and making new databases and resources, the easier it is for systems like the NIF to find and interpret them.
Unfortunately, the terminology used by neuroscientists when communicating with each other are ill defined and not usually suited for use within information systems. In order to make them useful, we need to turn them into something that can be used by a machine to perform the types of conceptual leaps used by neuroscientists when navigating through the wealth of data and tools available on the web. To use a simple example, neuroscientists have no difficulty in browsing through resources and recognizing that a database on Parkinson's disease and a database on Parkinsonian disorders are probably related to one another. Similarly, they know that a database with information on Purkinje cells is also related to an article on "Cells of the cerebellum". Information systems can't make these leaps unless we provide some formalization of the relationship between Parkinson disorders and Parkinson's disease; Purkinje cell and "Cells of the cerebellum." NIF has knowledge engineers working on creating these formal vocabularies, called ontologies, but these knowledge engineers need input from the community to ensure that all relevant concepts are represented and that they are defined clearly and reasonably. Because Wikis provide a relatively easy-to-use means for community participation, we created the Neurolex wiki.
What is a category page? What is a page?
The NeuroLex is built using something called the Semantic MediaWiki. We chose this platform because it makes it easier to go between the formal ontologies and the Wiki space. It can be a little confusing to get started and to understand its structure. We have created several video tutorials explaining the structure of the NeuroLex and how to edit it. These tutorials are available from the page, How to Contribute to the NeuroLex. We'll be adding more in the future.
How are categories related to one another in NeuroLex?
NeuroLex was designed as a single tree hierarchy, that is, a given category has one and only one parent category (super category) and one or more children categories. A category is related to its parent and children through a "is a type of" relationship, also called an "is a" relationship. So, a Neuron "is a type of" Cell; a "Purkinje cell" is a type of" Neuron. In order to make sure that each Category is related to its parent only through an "is a" relationship, NeuroLex has created some contrived categories, e.g., Regional part of brain; Cytoarchitectural part of hippocampal formation". We are preparing some additional documents to provide the rationale for this design, but for now, they provide useful buckets into which we can place information. The next phase will be more tricky, as we define other relationships between categories that are necessary to build a network of neuroscience concepts. The NeuroLex lets you define other relationships between Categories, e.g., "Is part of"; "Located in"; "Neurotransmitter". For a list of these properties, please see Special pages. When you are defining relationships between categories, you should make sure that you use the correct relationship. The easiest way to do this, is to create a sentence with a subject (Category 1) a predicate (relationship) and an object (Category 2). The Thalamus "is part of" the Diencephalon.
How do I add a new class?
You can find a quick start guide here.
How is the NeuroLex different from Wikipedia or any other Wiki-based encyclopedia for neuroscience?
The NeuroLex is interested in defining the meaning of concepts and not in providing general information about the concept. It is a dictionary rather than an encyclopedia. We want to make explicit the way in which a concept is defined so that it can be consistently applied to data annotation. We aren't interested in creating the "right" definition of a term like basal ganglia, but to allow the community to tell us the many ways in which it is defined. Thus, we have created a definition template and some policies that allows the user to provide the required information in a form that's easy for automated agents to understand.
How will the NeuroLex be used?
The NeuroLex will provide a resource for those annotating data or developing methods to search and integrate data based on the meaning of concepts. For the Neuroscience Information Framework project, the NeuroLex will provide the base set of concepts from which we are developing the NIFSTD ontologies. We hope that other groups will also use these base concepts to build their information resources. By using the same core concepts, we can easily connect these different resources together.
Do I need an account to contribute to the NeuroLex?
No, you do not need an account. We want the NeuroLex to provide a very low barrier entry point for you to contribute your knowledge. We view the NeuroLex as the marketplace of ideas for neuroscience concepts. However, if you do get an account, all of your contributions will be linked to you.
Is NeuroLex curated?
Yes, it is. We monitor the NeuroLex regularly. Some of the content of the NeuroLex is already being incorporated into our ontologies by knowledge engineers working on the NIF. We will certainly remove any content that is inappropriate (i. e., doesn't fall within our scope, is obscene or inflammatory). We will also update entries that have been incorporated into the NIFSTD ontologies so that the concept can recieve an appropriate version number. But the NeuroLex is meant to be a community resource and needs to evolve in a way that is useful to the community. So we will adjust our curation policies if necessary as we go.
What are some best practices for defining my new term?
The primary purpose of terms in Neurolex is for the annotation of data. Therefore, the definition should provide the meaning of the term in a way that distinguishes it from other related terms (monothetic) so that users will know how to apply that term to their data. We favor the Aristotelian approach: A "is a type of" B "which has" C. B gives the parent class (see above); C gives one or more properties that distinguishes that class from all other related classes.
Definitions for brain regions
When defining a brain region, the definition should include:
- "Differentia" or what makes this brain region different from another brain region. (Defining criteria)
- The smallest "classical anatomical reference" that the brain region is contained within. (Is part of)
- Organism that it is observed in (Species)
We prefer that people add information in the fields specified in the form (field names in parentheses), but we will accept free text in the definition field containing the information above.
What is NeuroNames?
NeuroNames is another name for the resource BrainInfo. This resource has a lot of information about brain regions, so we frequently link out to it. To find the NeuroNames ID for a brain region, simply use the search at the BrainInfo site to find the structure you are interested in. Once you click on one of the results that comes back to you, you'll go to a page with a URL like the following:
The NeuroNames ID is the number after "ID=" in the URL. If you put this number into a NeuroLex form when it is asked, it will link back to this page automatically.
How can get a private page to play around with that won't affect the rest of the site?
- From the main page, click on the upper right hand corner link that says "log in / create account"
- Click the link where it says: Don't have a login? Create an account.
- Fill out the form, including the little word puzzle at the top that verifies you are a human :)
- Once you have created the account, click the same link again in the upper right to log in
- Once you are logged in, you should see several links in the upper right hand corner. One of them will have the user name that you have chosen (next a little icon of a person). Click your user name link.
- This is your private page. Any edits that you make here will not be visible to other users.
Why are there so many different types of brain parts?
There are many different ways to divide up the brain. Although Neurolex takes a structural approach, i.e., we haven't yet defined neural systems like the visual system, we are still left with gross anatomy, cytoarchitecture, chemoarchitecture and connectivity, to name a few. Neurolex is concerned with building formal vocabularies for information systems. We therefore have to make sure that we create our ontologies as cleanly as possible, without mixing up all of these different types of parts. However, we don't expect a naive user to navigate all of these complexities. We therefore set up a few different types of categories into which users can deposit their brain parts. We are still trying to determine whether this is a useful exercise or not, but so far it seems to be working. We have started a page where we document our current categories (http://neurolex.org/wiki/Brain_parts_organization).
How can I get a list of the recent new categories?
The new pages special page will show you the new categories that have been added recently, filtering out modifications to pages as you'd see in the recent changes list. Adding a user name to the form will let you look at new categories that a particular user name has added.
Who can I contact with more questions?
Mailing list: neurolex at googlegroups.com
Maryann Martone: maryann at ncmir.ucsd.edu
Stephen Larson: slarson at ncmir.ucsd.edu
*Note: Neurolex imports many terms and their ids from existing community ontologies, e.g., the Gene Ontology. Neurolex, however, is a dynamic site and any content beyond the identifier should not be presumed to reflect the content or views of the source ontology. Users should consult with the authoritative source for each ontology for current information.


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Most major Cuban cities have an airport. Cuba's state-owned airlines have a monopoly. Their safety records do not inspire confidence, although many old Soviet planes have been replaced by modern aircraft. Flights are often booked up weeks in advance, especially in peak season. Tickets are normally nonrefundable. If you reserve before arriving in Cuba, you'll be given a voucher to exchange for a ticket upon arrival in Cuba. Arrive on time for check-in; otherwise your seat will be given away. Delays, cancellations, and schedule changes are common. You can book at hotel tour desks.
Cubana (Calle 23, e/ 0 y P, Havana, tel. 07/834-4446) serves most airports. Fares are 25 percent cheaper if booked in conjunction with an international Cubana flight. Aerocaribbean (Calle 23 #64, Vedado, tel. 07/879-7524) and Aerogaviota (Av. 47 #2814, e/ 28 y 34, Rpto. Kohly, Havana, tel. 07/203-0668) also operate flights.
Since they're all state-owned, don't be surprised to find yourself flying Aerogaviota even if you booked with Cubana.
Traveling Cuba by Bus
Tourist Buses
Víazul (Av. 26, esq. Zoológico, Nuevo Vedado, Havana, tel. 07/881-1413, daily 7am-9pm) operates bus services for foreigners to key places on the tourist circuit using modern air-conditioned buses. Children travel at half price. Bookings can only be made via the website (six days in advance) or at a Víazul ticket office. A 10 percent fee applies for cancellations made more than 24 hours before departure; a 25 percent fee applies if you cancel within 24 hours. A 20-kilo baggage limit applies. Excess baggage is charged 1 percent of your ticket cost per kilo.
Transtur (tel. 07/838-3991) operates tourist bus excursions within Havana and Varadero by open-top double-decker bus, and in Matanzas, Viñales, Playa Girón, Trinidad, Cayo Coco, Holguín, Guardalavaca, and Baracoa by minibus.
Public Buses
Since 2005 Cuba has imported more than 5,000 modern Chinese-made Yutong buses to replace its aging, decrepit fleet of hand-me-downs (alas, Cuba failed to include their maintenance into the contract). There are two classes of buses for long-distance travel: Especiales are faster (and often more comfortable) than crowded and slow regulares, which in many areas are still old and rickety with butt-numbing seats.
Most towns have two bus stations for out-of-town service: a Terminal de Ómnibus Intermunicipales (for local and municipal service) and a Terminal de Ómnibus Interprovinciales (for service between provinces). Often they're far apart.
Traveling Cuba by Train
The nightmarishly dysfunctional Ünion de Ferrocarriles de Cuba operates rail service. One main line spans the country connecting major cities, with secondary cities linked by branch lines. Commuter trains called ferro-ómnibus provide suburban rail service in and between many provincial towns.
Published schedules change frequently: Check departure and arrival times and plan accordingly, as many trains arrive (and depart) in the wee hours of the morning. The carriages haven't been cleaned in years (windows are usually so dirty you can barely see out), and most are derelict in all manner of ways. Few trains run on time, departures are frequently cancelled, and safety is an issue. At last visit, an upgrade of tracks, signals, and communications was underway, and a fleet of brand-new Chinese locomotives is operating.
Bicycles are allowed in the baggage compartment (coche de equipaje). You usually pay (in pesos) at the end of the journey.
U.K.-based train enthusiast Mark Smith maintains "The Man in Seat 61" website with the latest info on Cuba train travel.
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Guy S. Dooley IV, D.O., graduated from the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine (WVSOM) with a degree of Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine on May 25.
While at WVSOM, Dooley was a member and treasurer of Sigma Sigma Phi.
Dooley earned a Bachelor of Science degree in biology with a minor in chemistry from Presbyterian College in 2008. He is a 2004 graduate of Berkeley High School.
Dooley is the son of Guy and Janet Dooley of Moncks Corner.
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A former employee who said he locked the gate to American LaFrance earlier this year stood inside the Patillo building once again Wednesday this time, not as an employee, but as one of hundreds interested in the countys sales of the dissolved companys business personal assets.
The man, who asked for his name to be withheld, said he was just spectating. But there were no tears or bittersweet emotion.
Its just life, he shrugged. We expected it two years ago.
American LaFrance closed in January, ending employment for hundreds and leaving behind a $650,000 debt to taxpayers in an economic development deal.
On Wednesday, the county sought to recoup that money in a public auction of the debts at the companys final resting place on Cypress Gardens Road.
According to the county supervisor, Dan Davis, this is likely the only time a county has had to sell off a companys business personal property in an economic deal killed by the company essentially disappearing.
Prior to the 9 a.m. start Wednesday, more than 90 had pre-registered online, and more than 70 had pre-registered for in-person bidding the day before.
Scout Boats President Steve Potts drove over from his Summerville plant to get a deal. His No. 1 item of interest? Bridge cranes.
We have an expansion going on so we have a need for equipment, tools just about everything, Potts said. This company had some similarities in that it was a manufacturer.
Robert Holseberg of Rewined Candles in Charleston was also looking for extra equipment to aid in his companys expansion. He was particularly interested in the forklifts, tables and cabinets.
Cincinnati Industrial Auctioneers handled the auction. A representative said that the auction could last until 7 p.m. Wednesday. Bidders can also participate online at bidspotter.com.
The companys inventory, which includes firetrucks in various stages of completion, was not in Wednesdays sale. The county says the owners of the Patillo building have claim to it due to American LaFrance defaulting on its lease. A representative of the Patillo building said they are still trying to reach someone within the company to settle the issue.
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Comedy Central's Stephen Colbert on Wednesday night plugged his sister's congressional bid, joking that he would give her "no free air time" and would "maintain pure objectivity" during the course of her campaign.
Of course, Colbert went on to praise his sister Elizabeth Colbert-Busch immediately after making his vow. Colbert's sister is running as a Democrat in the upcoming South Carolina special election for newly appointed Sen. Tim Scott's former House seat. "Holy cow, my sister is running for Congress," Colbert told viewers on Wednesday.
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Is there any way for a first-time homebuyer to get away from private mortgage insurance? I indicated to my lender that my goal was to have a mortgage payment of $1,000, and I ended up with $1,000 plus mortgage insurance.Thanks,
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Is there any way for a first-time homebuyer to get away from private mortgage insurance? I indicated to my lender that my goal was to have a mortgage payment of $1,000, and I ended up with $1,000 plus mortgage insurance.
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Sure, there are several ways for a first-time homebuyer to avoid paying private mortgage insurance, or PMI. The first is to have a loan-to-value, or LTV, ratio on the property of 80 percent or less, based on the home's appraised value.
One way to get to an 80 percent LTV when you don't have a 20 percent down payment is to do a piggyback loan. With a piggyback loan, you borrow 80 percent LTV on a first mortgage and at the same time take out a second mortgage, typically for 10 percent of the home's appraised value. Then, you come up with a 10 percent down payment. This is also known as an 80/10/10 mortgage. The downside of this type of mortgage is that the interest rate on the second mortgage tends to be significantly higher than the interest rate on the first mortgage.
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The point about suspension being a matter of public welfare is a bit murkier. As I'm not even sure how the public welfare applies--to say nothing of the likely myriad causes for which it is invoked--I'm not going to guess on that.
The due process claim shouldn't really shake anything up. The NSAC will just have to make sure they actually hold hearings within the time frame that they are required to. We might see a rash of athletes scouring the rules to find other instances of the NSAC not following their own rules as a defense.
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--- Spencer Machacek: Ranks first among Wolves rookies and shares fourth on the team with seven goals ... Holds seventh on the club with 17 points and second with a +11 plus/minus rating in 34 outings this season ... Led the Vancouver Giants (WHL) with 33 goals and 78 points, which ranked 14th in the league, in 70 regular-season games last season
--- The Wolves have outshot their opponents six times in their last seven games and have posted a 11-7-2-1 record when outgunning their foes; Chicago ranks eighth in the league in shots for (30.8 per game) and shots against (28.1 per game).
--- Chicago lost for just the second time this season when scoring four or more goals on Saturday; the Wolves have posted an .833 winning percentage when potting four or more markers this season (10-2-0-0).
--- The Wolves have allowed eight goals in their last two home games after allowing one in each of their previous three home matchups; Chicago ranks eighth in the circuit with a 2.73 goals-against average.
--- The Wolves have tallied three man advantage markers in the last two games after netting three in their previous six outings; Chicago ranks 28th in the league with an 12.6 percent efficiency rating on the power play (25 of 199).
--- Chicago has allowed a power-play goal in each of the last two games after being perfect on the penalty kill at Manitoba on Dec. 31; the Wolves rank 27th in the league with an 80.3 percent efficiency rating on the penalty kill (159 of 198).
--- The Wolves will wear commemorative winter camouflage jerseys, available for fans to purchase or win, at two Armed Forces nights during home games on Jan. 7 and Jan. 10. The one-of-a-kind jerseys, will be auctioned and raffled to benefit various Chicago-area charities. For more information, call 1-800-THE-WOLVES.
Sat., Jan. 3
(at) Rockford 6, Chicago 4
--- The Wolves recovered from a three-goal deficit late in the second period before dropping an eventual 6-4 decision to the Rockford IceHogs at the Rockford MetroCentre Saturday night
--- Forwards Spencer Machacek and Jordan LaVallee and defensemen Jamie Rivers and Zach Bogosian potted goals for Chicago
--- Goaltenders Brent Krahn (six saves on 10 shots) and Dan Turple (12 saves on 13 shots) split time between the pipes in TURPLE's loss
Fri., Jan. 2
Rockford 3, (at) Chicago 2
--- The Wolves rallied to tie the game, 2-2, midway through the third period, but the Rockford IceHogs scored with 56 seconds remaining to take a 3-2 win at the Allstate Arena Friday night
--- Right wing Joe Motzko and defenseman Brian Sipotz dented the net for the Wolves
--- Goaltender Brent Krahn made 32 saves on 35 shots
Wed., Dec. 31
(at) Manitoba 2, Chicago 1 (OT)
--- The Wolves held a 1-0 lead for 55:20, until allowing a late third period goal and were unable to recover before falling, 2-1, in overtime to the Manitoba Moose at the MTS Centre Wednesday night
--- Right wing Joe Motzko netted the lone goal for the Wolves
--- Goaltender Brent Krahn posted 20 saves in regulation and overtime
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Chicago 6, (at) Manitoba 2
--- Chicago cracked a 1-1 tie with three second period goals and held on for a 6-2 win over the Manitoba Moose at the MTS Centre Tuesday night
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This 18-month program has a three-tiered progressive learning curriculum aimed at suppliers poised for growth. Candidates for this program have demonstrated a history of solid performance and are ready to take their business to the next level.
Tier 1: Leading Edge Workshops offer classroom-style instruction tailored to meet the specific development need of the participants based upon a comprehensive business assessment conducted at the beginning of the program.
Tier 2: The Executive Entrepreneur Development Program is a university-based entrepreneur development program with SCE sponsorship for a member of the participating firms.
Tier 3: The Mentor Protégé Program provides participants with coaching and support from a "Power Team" of SCE Procurement, Supplier Diversity and Development and business unit representatives, as well as an executive business development coach.
Tier 4: Professional business coaches provide customized one-on-one coaching and council based upon the needs and goals of participating vendors.
Our program is unique in that it provides a customized curriculum targeting the participating suppliers' specific areas of opportunity for improvement. Additionally, the "Power Team" to provide ongoing support and heightened transparency to both SCE and business processes.
Prime Time Program
SCE prime suppliers and contractors have agreed to collaborate with the Supplier Diversity & Development team on a mentor/protégé initiative designed to assist qualified Minority, Women, and Service Disabled Veteran Owned firms grow, offer value and improve their ability to earn project opportunities. This program is facilitated by the Prime vendors, however SCE holds quarterly meetings to remain involved on vendor progress, opportunities and development.
Individualized Coaching
This is SCE's customized performance enhancement training program launched to selected DBE vendors. Participants receive targeted coaching to support heightened performance against objectives. The program also identifies areas for improvement through a professional business coach throughout the entire process.
Super Stars Program
Created for graduates of our Mentorship Program, graduates who are engaged in Power Team meeting with SCE representatives and provided education and networking opportunities to maintain business relationships developed during their involvement in the Mentorship Program.
SCMSDC Mentorship Program
SCE serves as a Mentor to 2 DBE vendors to assist in capacity building in support of the Southern California Minority Supplier Development Council.
Business Evolution Program
SCE serves as a Mentor to 1 DBE vendor to assist in capacity building through the creation of a customized development program which provides networking, mentorship and exposure to key business contacts.
VETS Program
Mentorship Program for diverse and Service Disabled Veteran owned businesses to support supplier sustainability within SCE. The program provides technical assistance in addition to SCE specific guidance and feedback from key project managers and representatives.
SCEngagement Programs
The SCEngagement programs focus on experienced-based training opportunities to promote capacity building in joint partnership with other corporate partners and institutions.
ATMI Program
The Advanced Technology Management Institute (ATMI) provides DBE suppliers with leading edge skills and approaches designed to help their leaders understand the technologies and innovations that are increasingly changing the business landscape and the business prospects of all market participants. The goal of the program is to put DBEs on the forefront of new technology to produce value for their customers.
- Participants - The participants will be selected from California's most successful DBEs and will be limited to the very top management from the 8-10 firms per year who will be invited to attend this innovative institute. Selected firms will send teams of two individuals, one of whom must be the CEO or President. A third executive such as the Chairman of the Board of directors may be asked to participate in the concluding module as a way of deepening engagement and accelerating commitment to actionable change and results relative to an agreed-to technology.
- Curriculum - The ATMI will be structured as an executive training program with a curriculum that addresses the needs of customers as well as prime and second-tier suppliers who could also work with DBEs. Particular attention will be paid to the strategic importance of innovation and technology. Topics include: Strategic Thinking, Emerging Technologies, Strategic Partnerships, Value Chain Strategy, Venture Capital for Emerging Technologies, Managing Supply Chain Innovations
- Schedule - The program will consist of 3 modules. Each module will begin Thursday afternoon and end Saturday afternoon. Modules include lectures, workshops, panels and speakers.
- Management of Technology Innovation Project (MOTIP) - Participants will work closely with instructors on a strategic technology plan throughout the program. Starting with Module I, participants will be introduced to the content and process of the projects. Following lectures, they will participate in working sessions to develop a preliminary project and action plan. Participants will give short presentations of their preliminary project plans at the end of Module I. Between Modules I and II, participants develop their strategic technology plans. Instructors will provide feedback and visit participating companies to meet with other key managers. Participants will present updated plans during Module II, and receive feedback from other participants. Participants will develop their expanded plans following Module II, and will present completed strategic technology and action plan during Module III. Participants will work closely with instructors in building business strategies around emerging technologies.
- Mentoring - The mentoring between the DBE firms, the instructors and the sponsors on the technology project is a unique relationship that lasts beyond the formal part of the program. Faculty and teaching assistants will work with participants as they evolve and accelerate their businesses through technology. We recognize that there is a learning curve and will see you through the program each step of the way.
Business Connections Program
The Business Connections Program is currently being developed with partnering Community Based Organizations to provide technical assistance and training opportunities for their members while leveraging outreach opportunties and conferences. We are dedicated to strengthening the supplier base for opportunities related to SCE and California's utilities while supporting the organizations that represent these suppliers.
Readiness Programs
Supplier Readiness Certificate Program
A program that will address all of the key areas of importance that a buyer looks closely at during various times of the procurement process. Certificate will ensure the supplier has been through an in-depth educational process to understand how the process works and how to compete with a fair advantage.
Contract Readiness Workshop Series
Technical assistance workshops to DBE vendors in the SCE service territory. Participants are provided a proven framework for business and market analysis and strategic planning at three locations.
Turner School of Construction
SCE sponsors DBE vendors in the construction industry to enhance their technical, business & administrative skills in construction management through a 7 week course.
Demonstration Centers
These customized events provide experiential learning to well-qualified DBE vendors in new and emerging technologies. In this creative training environment with multiple locations, suppliers receive invaluable information from industry leaders. Participants were equipped with knowledge and expertise from SCE's procurement and business unit professionals on how to prepare quality bids on technology applications relevant to SCE.
Small Contract Selection
Designed to provide specific opportunities for qualified DBEs to gain first-hand experience working small projects for SCE through awarding directed POs. This will allow our DBEs to grow their understanding of the work scope and SCE's expectations.
Post-bid Debriefings
Designed to provide applicable feedback based upon recent competitive bids, which will include technical and commercial information. This will provide DBEs with important coaching to better prepare subsequent bids, which will heighten their competitive edge.
Workshop Programs
Peak Leadership Academy
Advanced business education including a certificate program in Organizational Development, Strategic Planning, Financial Growth Strategies and Innovation & Entrepreneurial Development (in partnership with NAWBO LA, UCLA Anderson School of Business, Pepperdine Graziadio School of Business and USC Marshall School of Business).
Access to Capital Financial Workshop
Workshops held in collaboration with financial institutions to inform DBEs on opportunities to obtain access to capital.
Prime Subcontracting Opportunity Workshops
Designed to connect DBEs with both Southern California Edison and it's Prime Suppliers for existing and future subcontracting opportunities. These events cover a variety of specialties and focus on building relationships between large Tier 1 suppliers and growing Tier 2 suppliers.
DBE Symposiums
One-day development events to bring together current and potential suppliers to provide resources, access, and tools for becoming a more successful supplier. These events help us develop supplier business relationships. They also promote the growth of supplier businesses through workshops and sessions designed to increase overall business knowledge and promote partnerships.
Throughout the day, SCE personnel, business coaches, and community representatives present topics such as
- Improving business operations
- Upcoming business opportunities
- How to grow your business
- How to do business with SCE
Supplier Outreach
As part of our supplier diversity outreach efforts, we support a wide array of organizations that promote the growth and development of diverse business enterprises (DBEs). Our partnership may include
- Offering guidance to ethnic trade organizations and Chambers
- Providing financial support
- Making in-kind donations and services to leverage development and success of DBEs. Examples include the following:
- We partnered with the Los Angeles Chapter of the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) for a grant to fund its PEAK Leadership Program. This program taught courses on the process of innovative problem solving for women business owners.
- We also partnered with the Southern California Minority Development Council as an advisor of their development DBE Mentor Protégé Program.
- We also take part in a number of events to identify qualified DBEs for business opportunities with SCE and offer programs to help them grow and prosper. Our efforts have not only led to increased procurement opportunities with diverse businesses, but also recognition from a variety of organizations.
- Staff members have served in Board leadership positions and/or held memberships in a variety of organizations including:
- Asian Business Association - Los Angeles Chapter
- National Association of Women Business Owners - Los Angeles Chapter
- American Indian Chamber of Commerce
- The Elite Service Disabled Veteran-Owned Business (SDVOB)
- Black Business Association of Los Angeles
- California Black Chamber of Commerce
- Southern California Minority Business Development Council
- The California Alliance
- Latino Business Association
- Greater Los Angeles African American Chamber of Commerce
- California Hispanic Chambers of Commerce
Calendar of Events
Here are some events we attend. If you want to attend, please contact the sponsoring organization for registration information. We look forward to seeing you there.View
Supplier Diversity Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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BOSTON (AP) - Mitt Romney is returning to the political stage- at least briefly- to attend an August fundraiser for the New Hampshire GOP, the first time the 2012 Republican presidential nominee will headline a political fundraiser since his November loss.
The Aug. 6 event will be held in New Hampshire's Lakes Region near Romney's summer home in Wolfeboro.
"New Hampshire has always been a special place for Gov. Romney. It's the state where he launched his presidential campaign, where he spends time with his family every summer, and it's a place where he will always have many friends and loyal supporters," New Hampshire GOP chair Jennifer Horn said, adding that she's "thrilled" Romney has agreed to help the state party.
Romney, 66, has spent recent months largely in seclusion moving between his homes in southern California and central New Hampshire. But he has hinted at a desire to play a more active role ahead of the 2014 midterm elections.
He told the Wall Street Journal in May that he plans to re-emerge in ways that would "help shape national priorities."
His brand suffered after losing what was widely considered a winnable election, but Romney maintains a national fundraising network that could help generate millions of dollars for candidates, super PACs and party committees. He attended a three-day summit last month in Utah that featured prominent Republican fundraisers, a handful of potential 2016 GOP presidential candidates and even some high-profile Democratic strategists.
The New Hampshire Democratic Party seized on news of Romney's August appearance to launch its own fundraising appeal.
"It didn't take long for Republicans to abandon their pledge to rebrand after a disastrous 2012 election," the state party wrote in a message asking supporters to donate $12. "New Hampshire Republicans are bringing back their standard bearer- Mitt Romney- and his infamous 47 percent comments for an exclusive fundraiser on Lake Winnipesaukee this summer. "
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