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Business Development | Branded Entertainment | San Francisco
Blackberry or iPhone: Both--one for emails, and the other for fun. I am on three phones all day -- the ”crack”-berry (my blackberry actually has a cracked screen), iPhone, and my work landline (no landline at home).
Alarm Clock: iPod alarm (iHome Brand)--much better wake-up call to have a little music in your ear in the AM than the heavy blare or BUZZ of a traditional alarm clock. Currently I’m waking to Kate Nash “Made of Bricks” album but it’s always something sing-songy that gets in my head for the rest of the day.
Black & Decker Toaster Oven, and Four Other Gadgets She Can’t Live Without: iPod, Macbook, Blackberry. I get my energy from fresh squeezed juice – a juicer is a must in the kitchen (concoction of the week: kale, pear, apple, carrot, lime)
Today’s Papers: Newspapers, really? (sadly, no; but I’m guilt-ridden for being part of their demise). On the go, I’m a fan of magazines - I still can’t read more than an email or text on a gadget, so no Kindle for me (famous last words).
Tweets From the Fridge: In NYC I was a big fan of FreshDirect.com – I miss it greatly in SF. I also heard Intel was working on an integrated Kitchen--your fridge tells you what your missing for grocery list or can recommend recipes for what you do have!
RSS Feed of Champions: Personalized start page created on Netvibes runs through everything branded entertainment, trend related, ad and mobile news, and some online guilty pleasures and updates like VitalJuice daily and TravelZoo (I just know one day I’ll pull the trigger on the $599 last minute deal to Iceland). Eat yogurt with almonds and berries as I surf the Feed.
Mac or PC: I’m a Mac, but I have daily frustrations sending presentations to colleagues and clients – Keynote doesn’t translate and the UX of Office for Mac is less than desirable. Thank goodness for Adobe PDF or all my presos would look deformed.
What Happens Between Phone Calls: PowerPoint, Excel, viewing designs in Photoshop, previewing our video productions in QuickTime, examining flow charts for our latest campaign on Visio, chatting internally using iChat (which displays my gChat friends and internal chat in one place), and intermittent cups of green tea. Drop.io is the easiest FTP site ever – upload and share deck; time for lunch.
Most Visited Website: Dictionary.com – texting has done nothing for my vocabulary! LinkedIn for connections, and Facebook for marketing inspiration – nothing like Zeitgeist to get the creative mind wandering.
Listening Habits: Pandora online and NPR Podcasts (since I don’t have a car or radio).
Her Next Gagdet: Bose SoundDock, $299.95 (update: writing this made me want it – I just purchased it on Amazon for S299.95).
Twitter or IM: My friends are all spread out across the country so I use BBM (Blackberry Messenger) to chat on the go, and it helps me feels like they’re always around (I prefer that to Facebook status updates because it allows for more candid discussion).
Multitasks: Demo’ing our latest iPhone application ad hoc, doing QA and entering bugs in Bugzilla, calling our colleagues in the Tokyo office on Skype, and using our internal Wiki and BaseCamp for status updates of ongoing projects – and of course, yet more PowerPoint.
Hyperconnected Excursion: Meeting a client for a drink, update my FB status asking for a recommendation in the Mission for a nice outdoor venue since it’s a warm night in SF (that never happens!); text a friend, who lives in the neighborhood, on my way there to see if she wants to meet for dinner after; Google map my way there using the iPhone.
Crowdsourcing Dinner: Some people check Yelp iPhone app for suggestions on what to order, but not me, I’ll have to order whatever looks good around me (food envy inevitable). But I will use NextBus iPhone app (which is really just a WAP site) to time/plan my trip home.
TV Guilty Pleasure: I don’t have cable (otherwise I’ll get addicted), but I watch it on the treadmill at the gym. So my content is delivered via Netflix, consumed online, or taken in the old fashioned way, reading a book. I’m currently enjoying Modern Family on ABC and 30 Rock on NBC (the only shows that will drive me to the gym so I can watch in real-time).
Youtube or Hulu: Hulu (I <3 Arrested Development)
There’s An App For… Romplr (music remixing tool – makes me feel like a DJ), Epicurious (great for – “I’ve got cabbage in the fridge – how can I make it yummy?”), GoodGuide (keeping it green on-the-go)
Digital Bedtime Ritual: Unplug. Though am I really? Have sun simulator that slowly dims the room to make it feel like sundown.
Offline: I think it’s important to unwind with old school comforts: a hike, a book, the farmer’s market.
About Sima Sistani Director of Business Development at Moderati, a mobile entertainment agency. Prior to joining Moderati, Sima worked in Business Development at start-up television network, Plum TV. At Plum TV, she secured strategic partnerships with Delta Airlines, Volkswagen, Pepsi, and the HBO Comedy Festival. She also worked at Creative Artists Agency and on the trading floor of Goldman Sachs. Sima holds an MBA from Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management and a Bachelor of Arts in English and Sociology from Duke University. She currently calls San Francisco home and is learning to love avocados and hiking
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35 Years Old | Male | Berkeley Grad | Tech Entrepreneur, Social-Gaming Pioneer | Palo Alto
When Facebook finally convinces you to play iBowl or Skies of Glory when you should be filing TPS reports, thank Pishevar. He founded Social Gaming Network (SGN) in April 2008, seeming only the premise that we need another distraction in our lives. Strangely, however, his life is meticulously engineered for efficiency. He gave Fast Company a glimpse at his typical day.
It’s 7 a.m., what’s happening? Checking and responding to overnight latest emails on iPhone, checking Facebook and Twitter streams on iPhone using Facebook for iPhone and EchoFon apps. Checking latest AppStore rankings for Paid and Free Apps.
Twitter contributor or follower? I am more of a contributor (@shervin).
If my best friends were gear, they’d be: Dual desktop screens, one 30”, one MacBook Pro, tied together via switch. This allows me to have two to three Firefox windows open at the same time, each with about 10 tabs open and two other windows with productivity apps like Powerpoint, Word or Excel. I also have Bose speakers tied to iTunes and/or Pandora.
If I were Batman, my utility belt would have: an iPhone, extra iPhone battery case, MacBook Pro, WiFi.
Obsessively stalking: a solar recharger.
Will Gladly Beta Test: teleportation, human cloning, time machine.
Until then, the alternative: I manage 100 people across offices in Palo Alto, Buenos Aires and Beijing; communicate with my teams with Skype Video or Google video throughout the day. For larger meetings (more than 2-3 team members) we connect via Lifesize Conferencing Systems with 50” LCD and remote controlled higher quality camera (we installed this ourselves!).
Youtube or Hulu? Hulu
Most Visited Website for Work: Facebook.
Most Visited Website for Amusement: Reddit, Digg, Funnyordie.
I satisfy my content cravings: online. The vast majority is through Web and through books (via Kindle).
TV: The Daily Show with Jon Stewart Newspapers: The New York Times, Washington Post Magazines: Economist, BusinessWeek, Fortune, Forbes (Ed. note: sorry hyperlinks are broken) Radio (online or terrestrial): Pandora, NPR, BBC Online: Google News (including Google News Alerts)
iPhone Apps most likely to get me into a traffic incident: Canabalt, F.A.S.T., Skies of Glory, Tap Tap Revenge, FlightTrack Pro, Echofon, Pandora
My job is unique because: Catching up on latest news on InsideSocialGames, Techcrunch, Techmeme, VentureBeat, and of course, Fast Company is all technically part of my work day.
Part of my job that’s hardest to explain to my grandparents: 3pm--speak at Virtual Goods Summit
Favorite place for real-time news updates: My family visits the office and we have dinner together. We do this once or twice a week. Usually order in from Jing Jing in Palo Alto.
Bedtime ritual: 9 p.m. Late night video chat with China office reviewing games progress and updates on iPhone launch in China.
About Shervin Pishevar: A technology entrepreneur, published researcher and technology incubation expert. Shervin has raised nearly $40m in venture funding for his start ups. Currently Shervin is the founder and CEO of SGN, one of the leading social and mobile gaming companies, with over 11 million users on the iPhone with title such as iBowl, iBasketball, i(fluff)friends and most recently the hugely popular Agency Wars and tens of millions of users of SGN’s profitable games and applications on Facebook, MySpace and Bebo. To date Shervin has raised a $15m Series A for SGN from such investors as Greylock Capital, Founders Fund and Bezos Expeditions. Shervin has co-founded such companies as Hotprints to revolutionize the personal printing and direct marketing world and Hyperoffice, a leading Saas provider for small businesses.
For several years, MINI of Peabody has played a special role in MINI’s on Top, the areas largest MINI gathering on the east coast.A large portion of proceeds generated from MINI’s on Top goes to a great cause, the Make a Wish Foundation.This year, MINI of Peabody donated a hearty buffet style breakfast to over 400 MINI’s on Top guests on Saturday, June 27th at the Attitash Grand Summit Hotel in Bartlett, NH.
For MINI owners in the Massachusetts and surrounding states (and Canada), this is the crème de la crème of MINI events.For 2 full days, (this year’s event was held on Friday, June 26th and Saturday, June 27th) owners drive their MINI’s up to New Hampshire for fun driving activities, gatherings, socials and end the weekends’ festivities with an ascend up the famous Mount Washington.It’s an unforgettable weekend and sponsoring the early morning breakfast was MINI of Peabody’s way of reaching out to the loyal MINI community.
“There’s something very special about MINI’s on Top.The brand has built a faithful group of owners.To see 220 MINI Coopers grouped together at the base of Mount Washington was a true sight to see.Every MINI Cooper had its own uniqueness and the smiles on every owners faces as they drove up Mount Washington was priceless,” says Lori Connolly, Marketing Director for MINI of Peabody.“What’s more is that the weekend raises money for a well deserving charity.”
In past years, MINI of Peabody has donated a number of items to MINI’s on Top including MINI branded luggage for their door prizes and in 2008, hosted catered “post mountain hors d’oeuvres ” for every MINI’s on Top attendee.The dealership plans to continue their partnership with the annual event in 2010.
MINI of Peabody is accessible from all points in New Hampshire and located on Route 1 south in Peabody, Massachusetts.The dealership can be reached at (800) 440-9175.
More information on MINI of Peabody is available at http://www.minipeabody.com.This August marks the 50th anniversary of the MINI brand.The dealership is planning several marketing campaigns around the milestone and announcements will be made within the next month.
Consumers who would like more information and photos of MINI Cooper cars can visit MINI of Peabody’s blog at http://www.minicarsmass.com/
The Kardashian’s will be making a guest appearance at the Hilton Grand Theater in Atlantic City, Saturday July 25th.Tickets to see the Kardashian’s are available at www.actickets.com , the premier provider of concert and show tickets for all Atlantic City entertainment.
‘Keeping Up With The Kardashian’s’ is one of today’s most famous reality television shows.The series debuted in October of 2007 and aires on the E! Channel Network.The show documents a day in the life of the the Kardashian and Jenner family lives.
There are a total of six family members but the three main sisters’ of the show are Kourtney, Kim and Khloe Kardashian.The mother of the girls, Kris Kardashian, is the matriarch of the family and plays a significant role in her daughter’s lives. Kris is the business manager for Kim, owner of the families fashion Boutique “Dash” and a well known socialite.
Similar to her mother, Kim Kardashian established her well known profile in the socialite world, and is also considered to be the main focus of the television show. All three sisters are different in personality and looks; however, one common trait is their exquisite taste for fashion.Kourtney, Kim and Khloe are also co-owner’s of their mother’s boutique ‘Dash.’
There have been many celebrity guest appearances on the show including: Tyra Banks, Hugh Hefner, Ryan Seacrest, Brittny Gastineau and many others.In April 2009, Kourtney and Khloe Kardashian announced that they would be appearing in a spin-off series in August 2009.The new series will feature the girls moving to Miami, Florida and opening another branch of their boutique ‘Dash.’
Tickets to meet The Kardashian’s at the Hilton Grand Theater in Atlantic City are available through ACTickets.com (http://www.actickets.com ).AC Tickets is the premier provider of tickets for all Atlantic City entertainment events.With a successful 30 year history, AC Tickets has become known as the most trusted source for Atlantic City shows, sporting events and concerts, offering the best seats available at the best possible prices.
AC Tickets promises to beat any competitor’s advertised price, and also offer same day delivery to any show, concert or sporting events in the Atlantic City area. Their honest approach of customer service with ticket sales means consumers will never be surprised or mislead by hidden fees.This open business policy has made AC Tickets the only source for all entertainment in Atlantic City.
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Ford dealers like Preston Ford, serving Maryland and Delaware, are proud of Ford Motor Company’s 2010 Fusion Hybrid.The hybrid has not only received the title of most fuel efficient mid-size sedan on the market but it has now received the award for best graphic display.
The Inventory Manager for Preston Ford, Dan Alteri, commented, “We are constantly ordering more Ford Fusions,the consumer response we have received just blew us away and it is becoming more evident that we have a great product to sell our customers.”
The award was received by Ford for Fusion’s Smart Gauge with EcoGuide, as well as its interior styling, comfort, safety and value.Ford Motor Company’s director of design Moray Callum believes that the emotional connection is made with a vehicle on the interior of the car and feels as though that is where the customer will notice the quality of the vehicle.
The Ford Fusion Hybrid can reach speeds up to 47 mph while operating on electric power alone.The Fusion’s Smart Gauge design is enabled to help the driver reach maximum fuel efficiency by calculating the average miles per gallon as well as instant miles per gallon.Ford has driven the vehicle more than 1,400 miles on one tank of gas, utilizing conservative driving techniques.
While most Hybrid cars are obscenely priced, the Ford Fusion Hybrid has an MSRP of $27,270.The price also does not include some of the tax incentives offered for purchasing a Hybrid vehicle.Maryland Ford Dealer, Preston Ford reminds their customers of the retaining value of their products as well as the tax incentive offered for purchases on Hybrid vehicles.
For more information regarding Preston Ford or new incentives offered please visit http://www.prestonford.comAbout Preston Automotive Group:Preston Automotive Group services the Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, and Pennsylvania area with Chevrolet, Ford, Lincoln, Mercury, Mazda, Suzuki, Hyundai and Nissan brands.The auto group carries the largest selection of new and used cars in the Maryland, Delaware, and Virginia area.Additionally, the dealership services all makes and models, both imported and domestic cars with ASE certified and factory trained technicians. Preston now does all Maryland State Inspections and also DOT inspections for both Delaware and Maryland.For more about Preston Automotive Group, visit http://www.prestonmotor.com/For more information: Brent DurhamPreston Automotive GroupInternet Marketing Manager410.673.7171 BDurham@prestonmotor.com
A recent issue of Parents magazine reveals their top 15 recommended vehicles that hold qualities of safety, value, performance and family friendly features.Three of Parents recommendations included the Mazda CX-9, Mazda 5 and Mazda 6 models.Preston Mazda, a dealership providing new cars and trucks to Delaware, Maryland, and Virginia, is excited to hear the good news.
The all new CX-9 is a mid-size SUV crossover, offering 7 seats including third row seating.The SUV offers an abundance of standard features including three zone climate control, steering wheel mounted radio controls and some very functional options like a back-up camera and power lift gate.
Among the other models on Parents magazine’s list is the Mazda 5.This “micro van” as the magazine calls it, is a practical 6 seater van with a lot of cool family oriented features.The 5 has fold down trays for children’s snacks and comfortable arm rests.The 5 is also affordable, even the luxury model with navigation and heated leather seats is priced at $23,000.
One mother in Silver Spring, MD raves about the Mazda 5 stating, “The split fold-down third-row seats give me lots of cargo options, the lift gate is easy for a petite mom like me to close, and the high seating lets my toddler see out the window.”
The Mazda 6 was also on the recommendation list, getting 30 mpg on the highway the mid-size sedan is loaded with cool features.The keyless entry system lets you open your windows from your front door and a blind-spot alert system warns the driver of unseen cars in the next lane.
Maryland Mazda dealer, Preston Mazda, was ecstatic about the great reviews the new models received.Preston Mazda Sales Manager, Harry Willey stated “These cars are so fun to drive; we are not surprised they received such great reviews.Mazda has turned the stereotype of the boring family van into a fun experience and we are glad to offer these great new models.”
Preston Mazda is under the Preston Automotive Group umbrella.To learn more please visit http://www.prestonmazda.com
About Preston Automotive Group:Preston Automotive Group services the Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, and Pennsylvania area with Chevrolet, Ford, Lincoln, Mercury, Mazda, Suzuki, Hyundai and Nissan brands.The auto group carries the largest selection of new and used cars in the Maryland, Delaware, and Virginia area.Additionally, the dealership services all makes and models, both imported and domestic cars with ASE certified and factory trained technicians. Preston now does all Maryland State Inspections and also DOT inspections for both Delaware and Maryland.For more about Preston Automotive Group, visit http://www.prestonmotor.com/For more information: Brent DurhamPreston Automotive GroupInternet Marketing Manager410.673.7171 BDurham@prestonmotor.com
Nissan’s exciting new Z-Car, the 370Z, is now being offered to the customers of Preston Nissan located in Hurlock, MD.The 370Z is the newest edition to the Z-Car family at Nissan, a line of legendary cars that started back in 1969.
The newly redesigned 370Z is the newest generation of the Z-car following the 350Z.The legendary Z-Cars have always taken their name based upon engine size and the 370Z is no different, delivering a 3.7 liter V-6 engine that puts out 332 horsepower.
Preston Nissan offers a wide selection of the new 370Z at some of the best prices in the Maryland and Delaware area.The Nissan dealer offers all trim styles of the 370Z in a large range of colors.Trim styles can range from the base 370Z all the way up to the unique touring edition.The base model 370Z comes equipped with a manual 6-speed transmission with up shift indicator, high intensity discharge xenon headlights, 18” aluminum wheels and Nissan intelligent key with push button ignition.
The sport package adds a combination of exterior and mechanical modifications.The package replaces the 18” aluminum wheels up to 19” forged alloy wheels while offering a limited slip rear differential, a synchronized rev matching system for smoother down shifting, front chin spoiler, a rear spoiler and Nissan sport brakes.
While the sport package offers the more performance minded modifications, the touring package offers the driver more of the luxuries the sport package does not offer. The touring package comes equipped with leather-appointed power heated seats, a Bose digital audio system, a Bluetooth hands free phone system and a Homelink universal transceiver.
Preston Nissan offers 370Z’s of all trim styles to their customers and is excited about the arrival of the Nismo edition of the Z, available this summer.The Nismo 370Z is the most performance oriented Z-Car that Nissan has to offer.The Nismo will put out 350 horsepower while modifying its suspension for a lower more aggressive look.
Preston Nissan, part of the Preston Automotive Group, is now offering the best deals in the area to its Maryland and Delaware customers.“We’re making some of our best deals ever and we are in the best position to do so since Preston Nissan offers the widest range of models on all Nissans,” says Nissan Sales Manager, Chad Todd.
To learn more about the Nissan 370Z please call 410-673-7171 ext.6708 or visit us at 4307 Preston Road Hurlock, MD 21632
About Preston Automotive Group<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" />Preston Automotive Group services the Delaware, Maryland, Virginia and Pennsylvania area with Chevrolet, Ford, Lincoln, Mercury, Mazda, Suzuki, Hyundai and Nissan brands.The auto group carries the largest selection of new and used cars.Additionally, the dealership services all makes and models, both imported and domestic cars with ASE certified and factory trained technicians.
AutoPacific has recently completed a study that reveals Hyundai Genesis and Sonata are first in their respective segments for vehicle satisfaction.AutoPacific is an automotive research and consulting firm that publishes a wide range of studies for the automotive Industry.Hyundai dealerships like Preston Hyundai, in Maryland, are very proud to represent the new Genesis and the refined Sonata.Preston Hyundai serves the greater Maryland and Delaware area with great deals on new and pre-owned Hyundai models such as the Genesis and Sonata.The Hyundai Genesis is a high luxury vehicle that starts at just $33,000. The Genesis topped the Premium Car Category with its outstanding warranty, value and affordable operating costs. The Hyundai Sonata is a premium mid-size car that starts at just $19,000.The Sonata won the honors of top mid-size car, stomping the competition of Honda Accord and Toyota Camry, which have traditionally defined the category.The 2009 ratings have already begun to affect North American dealerships that offer the two award winning models.Preston Hyundai, located in Maryland, have seen increased interest and sales in the vehicle and have been able to justify their wide variety of these models on their lot.John Skalstad, Sales Manager for Preston, noted in a statement, “When we received our first Genesis, we were in awe of how much this model differed from the norm of Hyundai vehicles, we are not surprised at all that our Customers as well as other customers are completely satisfied with this model and other models.”More car buyers are beginning to take note of Hyundai’s outstanding warranties and programs as well, like the 100,000 mile/10 year powertrain warranty, or Hyundai’s assurance program in case a buyer loses their job.Hyundai’s great service and innovative products have led to great customer satisfaction ratings.To learn more about Preston Hyundai please visit http://www.prestonhyundaiusa.comAbout Preston Automotive Group:Preston Automotive Group services the Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, and Pennsylvania area with Chevrolet, Ford, Lincoln, Mercury, Mazda, Suzuki, Hyundai and Nissan brands.The auto group carries the largest selection of new and used cars in the Maryland, Delaware, and Virginia area.Additionally, the dealership services all makes and models, both imported and domestic cars with ASE certified and factory trained technicians. Preston now does all Maryland State Inspections and also DOT inspections for both Delaware and Maryland.For more about Preston Automotive Group, visit http://www.prestonmotor.com/For more information: Brent DurhamPreston Automotive GroupInternet Marketing Manager410.673.7171 BDurham@prestonmotor.com
Ford Motor Company is rolling out an exciting new version of the best-selling truck in America.Arriving in the showroom of Ford dealerships across the country the all new 2010 F150 Raptor is a Baja racing inspired truck.Preston Ford of the Preston Automotive Group is anticipating the arrival of the new off-road vehicle mid-summer of this year.The F150 Raptor is loaded with Ford Motor Company’s own Special Vehicle Team performance hardware.The Raptor comes with SVT aluminum cast front control arms, SVT front coil springs, SVT rear leaf springs and high performance off-road FOX racing shocks.This truck will undoubtedly offer the smoothest ride both on and off the road.Added features like Hill Descent/Off-Road Mode and roll stability control make off-road driving safe for anyone who purchases the Ford Raptor.The truck is powered by a 5.4 liter V-8 engine that puts out a whopping 310 horsepower; however Ford will offer a new 6.2 liter V-8 this winter that is expected to put out 400 horsepower. Ford dealerships across the country are excited to see the new Raptor arrive in their showrooms.Preston Ford in Preston, MD has served the Maryland, Delaware, and Virginia areas with outstanding truck sales for over 30 years.The upcoming arrival of the F150 Raptor has got the customers of Preston Ford asking about the new off-road vehicle.Sales Manger of Preston Ford, Mark Thursby stated, “Our customers have already started asking our sales personnel about the specifics of the Raptor and when we are expected to have one on our lot.I can tell you that when we do get them in they will not be here for long.”The 2010 F150 Raptor is sure to be the trend setter for this summer.With gas prices at almost half what they were a year ago, more customers will be looking at trucks with more confidence and we can expect sales to increase.For more information regarding Preston Ford or to inquire about the new Raptor please visit: http://www.prestonford.comTo check out more information on the 2010 Ford F-150 Raptor visit:http://www.fordvehicles.com/F150raptor/About Preston Automotive Group:Preston Automotive Group services the Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, and Pennsylvania area with Chevrolet, Ford, Lincoln, Mercury, Mazda, Suzuki, Hyundai and Nissan brands.The auto group carries the largest selection of new and used cars in the Maryland, Delaware, and Virginia area.Additionally, the dealership services all makes and models, both imported and domestic cars with ASE certified and factory trained technicians. Preston now does all Maryland State Inspections and also DOT inspection for both Delaware and Maryland.For more about Preston Automotive Group, visit http://www.prestonmotor.com/For more information: Brent DurhamPreston Automotive GroupInternet Marketing Manager410.673.7171 BDurham@prestonmotor.com
Preston Ford of the Preston Automotive group located in Hurlock, MD is excited to announce that they now handle all Maryland State Inspections. Preston Ford has done Maryland State Inspections before but now offers a wider range of vehicles that they offer to inspect.Kevin Willey is a newly welcomed addition to our automotive service department. He will be handling all our Maryland State inspections. All cars, trucks, motorcycles, trailers, medium and heavy duty trucks which include tractor trailers, school bus, and motor homes are now able to be inspected at Preston Ford.“We are excited at the fact we can now do all Maryland State inspections for all vehicles on the road today. From motorcycles to school buses we can handle it all.” says Preston Ford’s Parts and Service Director. Preston Ford would also like to remind all that they also do Delaware and Maryland DOT inspections. For more information please contact Skip McCracken at Preston Ford’s 410-673-7171 number.Preston Ford is under the Preston Automotive Group umbrella. To learn more about Preston Ford, visit http://www.prestonford.com/About Preston Automotive Group:Preston Automotive Group services the Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, and Pennsylvania area with Chevrolet, Ford, Lincoln, Mercury, Mazda, Suzuki, Hyundai and Nissan brands.The auto group carries the largest selection of new and used cars in the Maryland, Delaware, and Virginia area.Additionally, the dealership services all makes and models, both imported and domestic cars with ASE certified and factory trained technicians. Preston now does all Maryland State Inspections and also DOT inspection for both Delaware and Maryland.For more about Preston Automotive Group, visit http://www.prestonmotor.com/For more information: Brent DurhamPreston Automotive GroupInternet Marketing Manager410.673.7171 BDurham@prestonmotor.com
About Sima Sistani Director of Business Development at Moderati, a mobile entertainment agency. Prior to joining Moderati, Sima worked in Business Development at start-up television network, Plum TV. At Plum TV, she secured strategic partnerships with Delta Airlines, Volkswagen, Pepsi, and the HBO Comedy Festival. She also worked at Creative Artists Agency and on the trading floor of Goldman Sachs. Sima holds an MBA from Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management and a Bachelor of Arts in English and Sociology from Duke University. She currently calls San Francisco home and is learning to love avocados and hiking 
About Shervin Pishevar: A technology entrepreneur, published researcher and technology incubation expert. Shervin has raised nearly $40m in venture funding for his start ups. Currently Shervin is the founder and CEO of SGN, one of the leading social and mobile gaming companies, with over 11 million users on the iPhone with title such as iBowl, iBasketball, i(fluff)friends and most recently the hugely popular Agency Wars and tens of millions of users of SGN’s profitable games and applications on Facebook, MySpace and Bebo. To date Shervin has raised a $15m Series A for SGN from such investors as Greylock Capital, Founders Fund and Bezos Expeditions. Shervin has co-founded such companies as Hotprints to revolutionize the personal printing and direct marketing world and Hyperoffice, a leading Saas provider for small businesses. 
