Unsettled, unpredictable and downright unfriendly weather created challenges in landscape maintenance in 2012. To mitigate similar problems in 2013, here are some essential steps for ground renovation, disease prevention, and ongoing maintenance. (Originally published in The Landscaper magazine, February 2013) It all begins with soil analysis Soil analysis is recommended as the first step in …
Global HR experts will share unique approaches and best practices at IRC Global Executive Search Partners (IRC) 2012 Conference. “IRC has geographic coverage that places it firmly in the top 10 global search firm groups,” says Sylvia MacArthur, president of the IRC Executive Board. “Seizing opportunities to share best practices with world-leading Human Resources (HR) …
Dependable people, job well done! “Installing solar panels was the last thing on our minds – it simply wasn’t on the agenda.” (Original document at: http://www.geminisolar.co.uk/case-studies-caernarfon.php) When John and Alyson first moved to their hillside home in Upper Llandwrog, near Caernarfon, there were so many other tasks that needed doing in their new home that …
You’re 80 years old – so where’s the benefit to you? That was the most common reaction to Vernon Jones’ idea to install solar photovoltaics on his farm near Caeathro, in Gwynedd. However, Vernon did his research, and found great reasons to go ahead with his plans to invest in a system that uses technology …
How to be fair and open in rewarding executive excellence (Originally posted on IRC Global Executive Search Partners blog) Executive pay packages are under increasing shareholder – and public – scrutiny. The original objective of the bonus system was to encourage excellent performance. However, as Rohan Carr (IRC Australia) pointed out in a recent blog: …
‘There must be something strangely sacred about salt. It is in our tears and in the sea.’ Khalil Gibran in Sand and Foam. Can you imagine life without salt? It’s in us, and all around us in the air and in the ground. Anyone who walks beside the ocean, enjoying that bracing sea air, knows …
(See this article in its original form in the online The Landscaper magazine, September 2012 issue.) Four Oaks Special The rain held off for Tuesday and Wednesday, ensuring outside exhibitors an equal share of the trade visitors to the 2012 Four Oaks show on September 4th. and 5th. in Cheshire. While some exhibitors felt that …
Austria-based new member firm adds to IRC Global Executive Search Partners’ diverse industry and global coverage June 2012 “Collective brain power and ideas will define IRC’s future growth and development,” says Sylvia MacArthur, president of the IRC Executive Board. “We’re an expanding global alliance of successful, entrepreneurial business leaders, which anticipates and responds to changes in …
Implement customized Blue Link Landed Cost applications as an integrated inventory tracking, invoice and management solution. Situation: Bermuda Import & Export (BIE) is an importer of produce, seafood, groceries, alcohol, dry and frozen goods, and some dairy and meat. The majority are perishable items. Challenge: Rapid information flow to and from Bermuda customs is essential …
“Better than ever!” was the verdict on the week-long Daniel Owen Festival, celebrating the life and work of the prominent author – often described as Wales’ answer to Charles Dickens. A highlight in Mold’s festival calendar, the event ended on October 22 after close to a thousand visitors enjoyed a week of activities based on …
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