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Welcome! This blog was created to supplement discussions and explore ideas related to entrepreneurship, the business creation process, tools and resources to entrepreneurs, and much more. The journey to founding and launching a startup is not a walk in the park; many people have great business ideas, but very few put together and carry out a plan. The path is long, complex and filled with challenges. This blog intents to bring light to those topics worthy of further analysis. This blog is not a “How To” resource, but rather a means of discussion to the numerous dilemmas an entrepreneur might encounter throughout the startup journey.

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Interview With Darryl Daniels, President & CEO of Jacobsen|Daniels

I had the opportunity to interview Darryl Daniels, President & CEO of Jacobsen|Daniels. In 2001 Mr. Daniels founded this technical and strategy consulting firm in the aviation industry. Today the firm has grown to 9 regional offices across the United States. Jacobsen|Daniels has been involved in many large projects at major airports across the country. …

2019 Airport Wildlife Training Review

Readers, This upcoming Monday, August 12, 2019 I will be conducting an Airport Wildlife Training Review at the Raleigh-Durham International Airport. This presentation is a yearly review for personnel directly involved in wildlife hazard mitigation practices at airports. As the Wildlife Coordinator for the Raleigh-Durham International Airport,  I oversee our wildlife hazard management program. I …

About the Writer

 

Jose F. Saavedra, C.M .

Jose F. Saavedra is an experienced aviation professional with a strong background in administration and operation of airports. His areas of expertise include airport management, emergency response and preparedness, aviation security, regulatory compliance and aviation policy development. His practical experience comes from a robust and progressive career within the airport industry. Jose has worked for a variety of airport operators including:

  • Greater Chicago-Rockford Airport Authority,
  • Kent County Department of Aeronautics,
  • U.S. Department of Homeland Security,
  • City of Midland Department of Airports, and
  • Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority

Jose F. Saavedra graduated from the University of North Dakota with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Airport Management.  He is also a Certified Member (C.M.) with the American Association of Airport Executives. Most recently, he is working on a Master of Entrepreneurship and Innovative Leadership from Western Carolina University.

 

 

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