MCC Silver Partner LiquidTalent Officially Launches!

After a very successful LiquidTalent beta phase, today we go live! Here’s what you need to know:

Why LiquidTalent?
We believe the world will benefit from more visionary and compassionate companies that are building tomorrow. At LiquidTalent, we understand that the working world is going through a massive transformation. From the Agricultural Revolution to the Industrial Revolution, we now find ourselves in the Technological Revolution, and the foundations of the global economy are in a major state of flux. The agents driving this transformation include a desire for more:

• Autonomy, independence and freelance
• Real-time, frequent and accessible professional opportunities
• Purposeful work that fulfills our highest needs
• Applications designed for a mobile-forward, fast-paced economy
• Work-life balance that caters to our unique preferences

LiquidTalent deeply understands these change agents which allow us to build products that satisfy the needs of modern-day professionals and next-gen companies. We are building the platform and community we always wished we had. Today, we are proud to say “we have it.”

What is LiquidTalent?
LiquidTalent is a web and mobile local talent marketplace for hiring vetted developers and designers through social connection. Our on-demand platform facilitates direct connection between talent and hirers via text messages and call requests.

On the hiring side, we have excellent for-profit companies and non-profit organizations looking to grow their teams. Warby Parker, ESPN, WeWork, Charity Miles, The Adventure Project, Bonobos and Compass have recently joined our hiring community.

On the talent side, we have exceptional Developers and Designers. Backend programmers, mobile app wizards, front end UI/UX experts, graphic artists — these are the types of talented, vetted professionals using LiquidTalent to find fulfilling paid opportunities.

At LiquidTalent, we are creating the Future of Work platform for the next generation economy.

We also love to bring people together in the real world. We host frequent, intentional community events ranging from: “Lightning Talks + Slow Food,” where select hiring partners present their products and hiring needs to a group of LT Developers and Designers; we host “Founders Real Talk,” where Founders confidentially share business challenges to a curated group of other Founders; and we are the very proud producers of “Future of Work Summits” where we showcase thought leaders and future-forward influencers, unite local community, and connect participants to real work opportunities. All of our LT experiences champion the Future of Work spirit.

What does the LiquidTalent web and mobile app look like?

What does it mean to “officially launch” ?

1. LiquidTalent’s native iOS mobile application is now publicly available for the first time ever on the Apple App Store! Download here: https://appsto.re/us/eVsX6.i
2. We are announcing brand new tools to support the on-demand nature of our hiring marketplace. These include Call Requests and Instant Messaging. Sneak peak: https://app.liquidtalent.com/explore/talent
3. We re-imagined our website www.liquidtalent.com
4. We are sharing our list of impressive hiring partners: https://app.liquidtalent.com/explore/jobs
5. We have announced our seed financing

What does it mean to be part of the LiquidTalent community?
To join LiquidTalent means something greater than joining other online talent platforms. To join LiquidTalent means you are joining a community. And as a community, we subscribe to a shared set of values.

The LiquidTalent membership community is built upon these core values:

• Mutual respect: Let’s treat each other like we want to be treated, with kindness and professionalism. We’re all in this together.
• Diversity and inclusion: We care deeply about having a diverse community of talent and hirers. We want our platform to be representative of the cities we work, play and live in.
• Clear and open communication: We ask for responsiveness, timeliness, and clarity in all communications.
• Be personable: Let’s have fun and make each other smile.
• Act with speed: Time is the most precious of all the resources; respond quickly and work diligently.
• Always do your absolute best: We ask our members to do their absolute best work, every time.

How can I apply?
First and foremost, you can put away your wallet, because we’re a completely FREE platform. We’re free for talent, and we’re currently a no-cost solution for companies.

To apply as a talent candidate or hirer, please visit www.liquidtalent.com and click ‘Sign Up’ in the top right hand corner. You can also apply through our brand new iOS mobile app: https://appsto.re/us/eVsX6.i. We have designed a thorough and thoughtful application process that gathers all the details we need to make a decision on a company or candidate.

For more details on joining LiquidTalent, please email concierge@liquidtalent.com

What’s next?
We are currently focused on the Technical and Creative talent verticals in New York City. In 2016, we plan to expand our talent pool and continue to on-board meaningful hiring companies.

How can I support the LiquidTalent launch?
Thanks for asking. We’d love your support! Some quick and easy ways below:

1. If you’re a developer, designer or have hiring needs, please sign up here: www.liquidtalent.com
2. Download the mobile app here: https://appsto.re/us/eVsX6.i
3. Refer developers and designers who want to find meaningful work opportunities, and send awesome companies looking to expand their teams our way. You can reach us at concierge@liquidtalent.com
4. Share this post and a note on why LiquidTalent gets you excited on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn. Be sure to tag us! @liquidtalent #liquidtalent
5. Join our newsletter on www.liquidtalent.com and follow us on social media @liquidtalent
6. Love and recommend this Medium post
7. Send positive launch vibes our way!

Thank you for taking a moment to learn about LiquidTalent’s big launch announcement. We absolutely love doing this work and look forward to hearing from you!

Onwards and upwards,
Alex Abelin
Co-Founder + CEO | concierge@liquidtalent.com | @liquidtalent

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Hiring Our Heroes

March 27, 2014
This University of Phoenix-sponsored hiring event is being conducted by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, the New York National Guard, the Manhattan Chamber of Commerce, the Department of Labor Veterans’ Employment and Training Service (DOL VETS), the New York Committee of the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR), the United States Army Reserve (USAR), the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, The American Legion, Goodwill Industries International, the NYS Department of Labor, NYC Department of Small Business Services, NBC News, and other local partners.

A workshop for veterans and other military job seekers that focuses on resume writing, tips for successfully navigating hiring fairs, military skill translation, and interviewing will start at 8:00 AM. To register for the Hiring Our Heroes Employment Workshop, visit hohworks.eventbrite.com/
For registration questions, please contact us at hiringourheroes@uschamber.com or call 202-463-5807.

EMPLOYERS
Must register for FREE at HiringOurHeroes.org
JOB SEEKERS
Register for FREE at HiringOurHeroes.org
to guarantee admission. Walk-ins welcome but space not guaranteed.
HIRING FAIR: 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
EMPLOYMENT WORKSHOP: 8:00 AM

Download the free Hiring Our Heroes mobile app! All our powerful tools and resources at your fingertips.

Find Hiring Our Heroes online:

2014 Hiring Our Heroes Veterans Event – New York City
69th Regiment Lexington Avenue Armory
68 Lexington Avenue, Manhattan, New York, NY 10010

Looking for Summer Interns?

Now entering its second year, CTE Summer Scholars recruits students from a number
of New York City’s strongest career and technical education (CTE) programs in
• information technology, and
• advertising and media.

Participating students are rising seniors and juniors who have been selected
for the program through a rigorous application process.

Please click here for all the details.

7-Eleven Expands Manhattan Operation and Franchise Opportunities

by 7-Eleven


NEWS RELEASE 

Contact: Margaret Chabris, 7-Eleven, Inc.

972-828-7285; Margaret.chabris@7-11.com

July 11, 2011 -- 7-Eleven, Inc., the world’s largest convenience retailer and in its 85th year, is expanding the number of its locations in Manhattan with the goal of reaching 90 to 100 7-Eleven stores on the island by the end of 2017.

And with each new opening comes the opportunity for a local business person to become a 7-Eleven franchisee, backed by proprietary technology, equipment, products, processes, marketing and business support.

Currently there are 19 stores in Manhattan with a concentration in the downtown area, but the company is eyeing sites from the Financial District to Inwood.

Known for its Slurpee drinks and quick-serve fresh and hot foods, new 7-Eleven outposts arrived this year in the Bowery, Greenwich Village, Chelsea and Upper East Side.

Beginning next year, 7-Eleven plans to ramp up it growth, adding 20 more locations, ranging in size from 1,500 square feet to 3,000 square feet, every year for the next 5 years.

It’s all part of the company’s accelerated growth plan not only for Manhattan, but the other four boroughs as well as key metropolitan markets across the country.

“When you consider the population density, the number of workers and visitors in Manhattan, there's significant demand and growth opportunities for the 7-Eleven brand of convenience retailing,” said Dan Porter, 7-Eleven vice president of real estate. “Manhattan is a strong market for us, and we want to be accessible to Manhattanites, workers and visitors anytime they need us.

“In Manhattan, we prefer building store-front spaces in high foot-traffic areas, close to subways, hospitals, universities and residential areas,” Porter added.

Landlords, property owners and developers find 7-Eleven appealing because of its long history of providing convenience to consumers and investment-grade tenant rating.

7-Eleven store development and real estate information is available at

http://corp.7-eleven.com/RealEstate/tabid/180/Default.aspx.



In addition to providing at least 10 new jobs for each new store, 7-Eleven creates to franchise opportunities for local, qualified residents. Typically, the cost for a new 7-Eleven franchise runs between $200,000 and $700,000, depending on location.

The company also has a business conversion program whereby an existing business can convert to a 7-Eleven franchise. 7-Eleven will invest up to $250,000 to add its proprietary equipment and technology.

Plus qualified military veterans can franchise their first 7-Eleven store at a discount, with savings between $1,000 and $35,000.

The company is actively seeking qualified franchise operators in the New York City area.

As one of the world’s largest and most successful franchisors, 7-Eleven seeks candidates with the following qualifications:


financial background and successful experience in business or business ownership
retail, management and customer service–related experience within the US
commitment to invest time in initial 7-Eleven store operation training and to personally manage the day-to-day operation of a 24/7 convenience retail business
ability to motivate and train staff
an entrepreneurial drive
strong business ethics
good credit history
permanent US citizen and 21 years of age or older

Potential 7-Eleven franchisees can attend local and free, bi-monthly open houses and seminars on the 7-Eleven franchise system and long-term benefits of being a 7-Eleven franchisee, including acquiring multiple locations. Current, NYC 7-Eleven franchise event listings can be found at

http://franchise.7eleven.com/index.php/events?filter_type=state&filter=New+York
and information about 7-Eleven’s franchising programs can be found at

http://franchise.7-eleven.com/



About 7-Eleven, Inc.

7-Eleven, Inc. is the premier name and largest chain in the convenience retailing industry. Based in Dallas, Texas, 7-Eleven operates, franchises or licenses approximately 9,300 7-Eleven® stores in North America. Globally, there are more than 46,800 7-Eleven stores in 16 countries. During 2011, 7-Eleven stores worldwide generated total sales close to $76.6 billion. 7-Eleven has been honored by a number of companies and organizations recently. Accolades include: #2 on Forbes magazine’s 2011 list of Top Franchises for the Money; #3 spot on Entrepreneur magazine’s Franchise 500 list for 2012, #3 in Forbes magazine’s Top 20 Franchises to Start, and #2 in Franchise Times Top 200 Franchise Companies. Hispanic Magazine named 7-Eleven among its Hispanic Corporate Top 100 Companies that provide the most opportunities to Hispanics. 7-Eleven received the 2010 Retailer of the Year honor from PL Buyer because of the company's private-label brand initiative. 7-Eleven is franchising its stores in the U.S. and expanding through organic growth, acquisitions and its Business Conversion Program. Find out more online at www.7-Eleven.com.


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Clearwire Corporation is Hiring

Clearwire Corporation is Hiring

New CLEAR Sales Positions Available Throughout the Northeast 

BELLEVUE, Wash. – June 13, 2012 – Clearwire (NASDAQ: CLWR), a leading provider of wireless broadband services, today announced it is hiring for a number of sales positions in the Northeast region including Boston, Providence, Harrisburg, New York City and Philadelphia.  These full- time positions are part of a renewed commitment by Clearwire to meet the distribution demands of the growing mobile broadband marketplace.

“We are very excited to be adding full and part-time sales positions in the Northeast region of the U.S.,” said Sean Reid director of sales for the Northeast.  “Our employees are the foundation that helps us deliver outstanding results for our customers and we hope to complement our team with additional all-stars.”

Positions that the company is seeking to be filled include territory brand representatives, retail sales representatives and national retail account executives.  To find career opportunities at Clearwire, experienced sales representatives can apply directly at www.clearwire.apply2jobs.com and search job listings by keywords, location, or requisition number, or even paste in their resume to see positions that may match their skills. Individuals can return to the Job Search page at any time to check application status, discover new opportunities, and update their profile with new accomplishments. 

Clearwire offers a generous benefits package to keep its employees healthy and well cared for, both in and out of work.  The company offers an extensive range of health care benefits, vacation time, savings plans and additional benefits.

According to Cisco’s latest Visual Networking Index figures, mobile data traffic globally will increase 18-fold between 2011 and 2016, growing at a Compound Annual Growth Rate of 78% between 2011 and 2016, reaching 10.8 exabytes per month by 2016. These are incredible numbers that clearly show the demand for more capacity.

As the wireless company with the deepest spectrum portfolio for deploying mobile data, Clearwire offers a tremendous proposition to a wide range of providers including wholesale providers including Sprint, Simplexity, NetZero, FreedomPop and most recently announced provider Jolt Mobile.

Unlike service plans from traditional wireless carriers which cap data usage, CLEAR offers unlimited* 4G usage plans that do not require long-term service contracts. CLEAR offers unlimited* 4G coverage starting as low as $34.99/mo.** for either a home or mobile plan. CLEAR service is currently available in areas of the United States where approximately 130 million people live. A detailed map of service availability can be found at www.clear.com/coverage.

For more information about CLEAR, visit www.clear.com. Company information about Clearwire is available at www.clearwire.com.

For press and broadcast: Product images, video footage and company logos can be downloaded from the Clearwire Newsroom. To subscribe to Clearwire's RSS news feed, click here.

About Clearwire

Clearwire Corporation (Nasdaq:CLWR), through its operating subsidiaries, is a leading provider of 4G wireless broadband services offering services in areas of the U.S. where more than 130 million people live. The company holds the deepest portfolio of wireless spectrum available for data services in the U.S. Clearwire serves retail customers through its own CLEAR^® brand as well as through wholesale relationships with some of the leading companies in the retail, technology and telecommunications industries. The company is constructing a next-generation 4G LTE Advanced-ready network to address the capacity needs of the market, and is also working closely with the Global TDD-LTE Initiative and China Mobile to further the TDD-LTE ecosystem. Clearwire is headquartered in Bellevue, Wash. Additional information is available at http://www.clearwire.com.

The Clearwire Corporation logo is available at http://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/prs/?pkgid=8493

*Unlimited plans subject to CLEAR’s Acceptable Use Policy, posted at www.clear.com/legal/aup.

**Taxes, equipment and other charges apply.