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		Profile of the Week Robert Draper •  Job: Coordinator and associate professor of mechanical engineering technology at Point Park University; Lead instructor of Point Park's Summer in the City Engineering and Technology Camp, a summer camp for high school students •  Age: 69 •  Ambitions: To continue working for as long as possible and to continue bringing new ideas to Point Park, like the Summer in the City Engineering and Technology Camp, which my colleagues and I designed. •  First job: Engineering and machinist apprentice, age 15, in the United Kingdom •  Hardest job: Building a factory for solid oxide fuel cells in Churchill, although it was also one of the most stimulating experiences I have had •  Biggest work challenge ever: Building the fuel cell factory 10 years ago on a budget of approximately $30 million. •  Away from work I: Love soccer and modern jazz. •  Dream vacation: Attending the Grand Prix of Monaco. •  Favorite book: "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen. •  If I won the lottery, I'd: Make sure all of my friends and family were comfortable and then continue to work.

Advertising

LarsonO'Brien announced the rollout of its digital practice, Blackfish Interactive, and the addition of two to its staff. Christopher Lambert joined as eLearning director and Kevin Dadey, project director.

Blattner Brunner hired Barry Germanoski, packaging pre-press assistant, bbdesign; Kate Pfeil, junior production assistant, bbdesign; John Kramer, visual developer, bbdigital; and Chris Juricich, project manager, bbdigital.

Arts/Museums

J. Robert Hanlon, partner and member of the Real Estate and Banking Law Group, Meyer Unkovic & Scott, was appointed to the National Civil War Museum's board of directors.

Associations/Organizations

The Spina Bifida Association of Western Pennsylvania appointed Joseph F. McCormick to its board of directors. He is the assistant vice president, corporate finance department, Federated Investors Inc.

Terry McMillen, survey manager, McMillen Engineering, was elected as the president of the Laurel Highlands chapter of the Pennsylvania Society of Land Surveyors.

Dodi Walker Gross, partner, Reed Smith LLP, was named one of eight new members on the 21-member Internal Revenue Service Advisory Committee on Tax-Exempt and Government Entities (ACT). ACT is a formal body of external stakeholders who provide input on administrative policy and procedures in the specialized areas of employee retirement plans, exempt organizations, tax-exempt bonds and federal, state, local and Indian tribal governments.

Dr. Clara M. Spatafore of Sewickley was elected secretary of the American Association of Endodontists during its Annual Session, held in Honolulu.

Banking/Finance

Maria E. Chick was promoted to assistant vice president, mortgage originations department, Dollar Bank.

Clubs

Soroptimist International of Pittsburgh Inc. announced new members:

Darlene Cataldi, registered sales assistant, Parker/Hunter Inc. Division of Janney Montgomery, Scott LLC; Mary Craig, compliance officer, Gateway Health Plan; Heather P. Stern-Novak, business owner, Commerce Marketing; and Kathy Unger, accounts receivable clerk, Tele-Tracking Technologies Inc.

Education

International Academy of Design and Technology -- Pittsburgh appointed Monica Klos, program chair, fashion merchandising program.

Robert Morris University promoted Leonard A. Asimow, Ph.D., to head of the department of mathematics, School of Engineering, Mathematics and Science.

Law

Shannon N. Darby has joined Springer Bush & Perry as an associate attorney. She is a member of the Elder Law practice group, which assists individuals and families with estate planning and wealth preservation, including issues dealing with long-term care, Medicaid/Medicare and Social Security benefits.

Houston Harbaugh, announced the election of James H. Webster to director and shareholder. He concentrates in public and private finance and business transactions.

Eckert Seamans Cherin and Mellott announced that attorneys William P. Breen Jr. and Elizabeth M. Simon have joined the Boston office. Mr. Breen is a member in the Litigation Division, focusing his practice on business, product liability and civil rights litigation matters; Ms. Simon is an associate in the Business Division, where she focuses on representing high-tech and emerging growth companies, including private placements, mergers and acquisitions, and corporate governance issues.

Marketing

Kolbrener Inc. hired Lauren Fries as account manager.

Jason Yeakle, graphic designer, joined the creative team at Vision Marketing Group.

MatchPoint Marketing has named Amy Pizzica as a production manager.

Logistics

Genco announced that Doug Ford has joined as vice president of business development, unsaleables business unit.

Nonprofits

Variety the Children's Charity of Pittsburgh appointed Michele R. Atkins, director of external relations, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh Foundation and Richard C. Davis, station manager for UPN Pittsburgh, WNPA-TV, to its board.

Public Agencies

Jeff Letwin, managing partner, Schnader Harrison Segal & Lewis, was named chair of the board of directors of the Greater Pittsburgh Convention & Visitors Bureau.

Professional Services

AIReS hired Mike Tufo as national sales director.

Cort Smith has joined Professional Underwriters as regional marketing representative for the Mountain and Western regions.

Real Estate

Simon Property Group hired Nicole Pazur as area director, strategic mall marketing, and Rocco Lamanna, area director, business development, Simon Property Group's Pittsburgh locations including Ross Park Mall, South Hills Village and Century III Mall.

Suppliers

Sharon Tube Co. appointed R. Gary Giles product sales manager--ERW Tubing (Electric-Resistance Welded).

Technology

Datavibes, Inc. announced the addition of Christine Eddins, global relations executive, Lance Snow, director of key accounts, and Manu Jayadevan, recruiting manager at its Pittsburgh office.

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