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Summie Cleatus Winn: Page about Summie Cleatus Winn

All right, let's get real and bring things down to earth. The internet has become the new cool kid's block where artists are turning into stars overnight, charming the socks off folks online. But then, there are those artists who are so legendary they don't need the internet's spotlight to shine. They're like the cool, quiet neighbors who've been there, done that. I'm talking about Keith Lango and Mark Oftedal – names that might not ring a bell for everyone, but in the animation world, they're pretty much royalty, especially among those who were around when 3D animation was just starting to take off. So, here's the scoop: Keith and Mark hadn't met in person before they both ended up at ANOMALIA at a UNESCO castle in Litomyšl (CZ), even though they knew of each other. It's like finding out two comic book heroes you've been following forever actually exist in the same universe. Keith is this incredible guy who jumped into creating online tutorials for animators when that was a novel thing, all while doing some serious good in Brazil, like setting up water filters for folks in remote areas. Meanwhile, Mark made his mark (pun intended) at Pixar, known as a top-tier animator and the supposed inventor of eye darts – though he's too humble to admit it. I got a little sneaky with their travel plans to make sure they'd bump into each other at the event. Why? Because it felt like it was about time these two met in the flesh. It was pretty cool, like orchestrating a meet-cute for legends. After the last group of artists headed out and we were prepping for the newbies, it was clear this wasn't just any weekend. It was a reminder of how grounded and real these icons can be, and how a simple meeting between them could feel as epic as any animated adventure. And that's the lowdown on how an ordinary weekend turned into an unforgettable meet-up, proving that sometimes, the most awesome stories are the ones happening right in our backyard. https://lnkd.in/ecXYPhxK

#24 – Luis Figarella: The Fourth F is for Figarella Luis is patent agent, originally from Puerto Rico and enjoying a Puerto Rican beer. Wanted to be a fighter pilot but stopped by bad eyes. Became an electrical engineer instead. Remember when resumes were actually mailed? In late 80s, worked for UPS on automated truck loading. Early in his career, he didn’t even know what a patent was. Learned his first patent had issued because he received an offer to make a plaque of it. Patent descriptions are like painting by numbers. It is an important decision on what to patent. Learned that Florida is hotter than Puerto Rico. A little on patent agent vs. attorney. Claim writing is an art form. And a very important one. Strategic patent – what you want to make. Tactical patent – similar to what you want to make. Luis is a big Dilbert fan. Loves teaching people what patents are. Most clients are in the FFF round – friends, family, and fools. Luis is a bit of a history buff. To reach Luis – 603-557-8420, www.mxpatent.com, luis@mxpatent.com. Bert’s Company – www.dexterityeng.com

ICYMI: A. LeRoy Prentice: Page about A. LeRoy Prentice

Here is some triva on several different topics for those who enjoy adding triva knowledge to their mind.

Burnout in the medical profession is real (I have had my fair share) and can affect even the most passionate healthcare workers. Long hours, high-stress environments, and the emotional weight of patient care often take a toll on mental and physical well-being. It’s crucial for us to recognise the signs early, prioritise self-care, and create supportive environments where healthcare professionals feel empowered to ask for help. I am slowly learning to recognise the signs, prioritise my self-care and also create a supportive environment for my junior colleagues. Let’s foster a culture where well-being is as important as the care we provide.

𝕊𝕦𝕔𝕔𝕖𝕤𝕤 𝕊𝕥𝕠𝕣𝕪 Bravooo, Eleni Plemmenou (BSPsy ’22) The story of Eleni Plemmenou was selected and published in the section “Alumni Success Stories”, in the 18th issue of 𝓒𝓸𝓷𝓷𝓮𝓬𝓽. Full newsletter https://lnkd.in/djJ2_kbc Read her story 𝓢𝓽𝓪𝔂 𝓒𝓸𝓷𝓷𝓮𝓬𝓽𝓮𝓭! #haecgr #haunivalumn

Delter B. Mattison: Page about Delter B. Mattison

I read about corporate burnout cases every year & always wonder why? In corporates we always have a Boss & a team and if you are not aligned then the emotional response over a period of time is burnout. Same with social structures as families, clubs, housings societies there is someone calling the shots & you will notice these burnout cases. So the wise thing to do is to identify the business & social structures that give you these burnouts & then love them from a distance. If you want my tips on long distance love, I can share it, but finally you need to find your baseline for this. I try to remember that time passes faster than we think & sooner are old and burnouts are not a great period in this journey to think back on. Rest is upto you