We talk a lot about how people and companies use social networking to make a greater impact in their industries and to accomplish goals. We are big advocates for those who do it well and so we must give a big hi-five to one of our own. Dan Hassenplug, our studio manager/new business idea machine, decided to utilize free social networking tools to accomplish one of his goals…winning tickets to the TechCrunch50 Conference in San Francisco.
Rule29 is headed into this long weekend with a heavy weight lifted off of their shoulders… We are finally settled in! We found the missing The Office wall calendar and the Nintendo Wii is ready to rock. Check out some images of the fresh new digs here and enjoy a nice long Labor Day weekend!
Please Note Rule29 will be closed 8/29- 9/1. We will be back in action making creative matter on Tuesday 9/2!
No one can argue with the fact that the automotive industry is hurting. Rising gas prices and material costs coupled with a struggling economy have backed the industry into a corner. And no one has felt the pressure more than the “big three”. Ford announced a record loss last quarter. Chrysler, a company that has relied on the “light truck” (minivans, SUVs, Jeeps) category for years, is struggling to make sales. And General Motors is having to make substantial cuts to assure that it will have a little left in the tank for next year.
Oddly enough, both GM and Ford are not feeling the heat in Europe. “Why is that?” you ask. The answer is simple: they’re providing the customer with beautiful, well-built cars that are exceeding expectations.
Whether you are a fan of former President Clinton or not you will be inspired if you have the opportunity to visit his Presidential Library in Little Rock, AR. Designed brilliantly by architect, James Polshek you can’t go wrong exploring the newly developed riverfront area and the library. The highlights of my recent trip where visiting the Clinton Museum Store and spending some time to tour the library. This building is one of the most beautiful buildings I have been in. The level of green commitment is inspiring, as is the architecture, historical artifacts, and exhibit and graphic design. Every detail was brilliantly thought out and sweeps you through the space. The campus is set beautifully along the Arkansas River with interruptions here and there with the new pedestrian bridge initiative like the Big Dam Bridge.
Highlights of the museum are the recreated oval office, cabinet room, and the exhibit design itself on the first floor.
