January 13, 2012

Post date: Jan 14, 2012 11:58:54 PM

Happy Friday the 13th. The theme was Crystal Balls. As we gazed intently into our crystal balls, our speakers treated us to two presentations.

Yumi gave her icebreaker, regaling us with her encounter with David Suzuki. Coming from Japan, she was not aware what excitement Mr. Suzuki would generate among her colleagues from his visit to her workplace. She found it great fun watching her coworkers whipped up into a frenzy, trying to catch a glimpse of the famous scientist.

Patrick shared with us his thoughts about the importance of creativity, using the Custard Factory in Birmingham, England as an example. When the world is in economic turmoil, it is necessary to find new ways of doing things to bring fresh prosperity. In our personal lives, a spoonful of inspiration and a spark of creativity may be just what we need for a fulfilling life.

Welcome to our guests Nabeel, Mariette, and Marievic. And welcome to our newest member Alex, who joined after one meeting with us.

Do you miss Leading Edge? Our next meeting is January 28, 9:30 a.m.