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Open Forum Speakers and Presentations

 
Astrid Van Seijen
International Feng Shui Guild Country Liaison to Holland

Presentation : Feng Shui going Dutch


Feng Shui in the Low Lands has to deal with quite some sceptism .
In the beginning of the dutch exposure to Feng Shui a lot of misinformation occured. I often have the feeling that I have to defend the Feng Shui philosophy, it is a very intriquing phenomena.
In my vision this sceptism has also to do with the personal chi of the dutch. It is a challenge to the Feng Shui pratitioner to "convince " the dutch to the benefits of Interior design with Feng Shui principles.

About Astrid
For the past 25 years I have been working as a designer. The last 15 years mostly in interior design.
Eleven years ago I started my Feng Shui studies with different teachers from around the world.
In my Feng Shui work I combine Intuitive-school, Kompas-school,and Form-school .

This organic fusion of Feng Shui knowledge is my extra dimension in my work as an interior designer.
Feng Shui has given direction to my proffesional life but most certainly also to my private life.
My focus is allways on the well-being of the clients I work for.

Astrid Van Seijen
Company Name Het Woonburo
Address Appelsteeg 3, 1811 NA Alkmaar, The Netherlands
Contact Phone 072-5203231
Email INFO@HETWOONBURO.COM
WebAddress WWW.HETWOONBURO.COM



 

 
 

Diantha Harris, FSII, ASID, IACT
Life Potentials Network Inc

Presentation:
"Infusing life with energy, color and spirit."

Simply Color Body Mists
Harness the law of attraction with all natural body mists made from flowers.
Simply Color Sprays (essential-oil based)
Fuel your body and your environment with the vibrational energy of color! Deliberately and lovingly crafted, these room sprays capture the essence of each color, making it easy for you to add the color you need, no matter where you are.
Created in concert with Scents and Nonsense, Simply Color sprays combine the energy of color with high-quality essential oils, specifically selected for their resonance with the particular color. Wonderfully fragrant!

Book: Simply Color
By: Diantha Harris, FSII, ASID, IACT

From all of her years in both interior design and teaching color as a healing tool, Diantha Harris searched for a simple book on color, one that was aimed at the lay person as well as the professional. She finally decided to write the book herself and the result is a book beautifully written and illustrated that takes a straight look at color and its power. As a special addition, she has included a chapter on color and feng shui for healing, a system given to Diantha that has helped countless people regain balance in health and in their lives. Stop by Booth 203 or the book signing to meet her and to discuss color and all of its wonderful properties!
PO Box 596, Eastport, MI 49627
312-371-9233
www.lifepotentials.net

 

 
AIA NS -American Institute of Architects

Presentation:
The American Institute of Architects (AIA) is the professional organization that helps architects serve the public's needs and builds awareness of the role of architects and architecture in American society. The organization was created in 1857. Today, with headquarters in Washington, DC, and nearly 300 local chapters, the organization represents 70,000 licensed architects and associated professionals.
 

Reverend Zoe Chang (Tsu-Wei Zoe Chang)
Presentation:
How to reach good Feng Shui results- will discuss principles of
good consultation and give anecdote on success stories.

Rev. Z studied BTB Buddhism, its Feng Shui and Chi theories and practices under the direct guidance of H.H. Thomas Lin Yun since 1978. She co-founded the United Nations Staff Recreation Council's Feng Shui Group, and is its Vice President. The Group invites speakers monthly to present Feng Shui related topics, as well as organizing Peace Concerts and Exhibitions.

She is an ordained Inter-Faith Minister. She worked in the United Nations for 33 years; is an advocate of women's empowerment, and a philanthropist for needy children of the world.

Currently holds the following positions:Acting Chief, Coordination and Outreach, Division for the Advancement of Women, United Nations
Secretary-General's Representative to the United Nations Joint Disciplinary Committee
President, United Nations Women's Guild; a charitable organization of the U.N.
Co-founder and Vice-President, UN Staff Recreation Council Feng Shui Group
Committee Member, UNSRC Society for Enlightenment ad Transformation

Previous positions : Secretary-General's Representative to the United Nations Joint Appeals Board, 2000 - 2005
Vice President, Group on Equal Rights for Women in the UN, 1999 - 2000
Acting President, Group on Equal Rights for Women in the UN, 1988 - 1989
Member of UN Inter-Agency Advisory Committee for the Fourth World Conference on Women, 1993-1995
Member of UN and Financial Institutions Working Group on Women, Environment and Development, 1991-1995

Contact information:
Megaspheres@gmail.com Tel: 917 334-6188 Fax: 212 935-2124
135 E. 62nd Street, New York, NY 10021

 

Gerard Farias - Executive Director
Institute for Sustainable Enterprise ISE
Fairleigh Dickinson University

Presentation: ISE purpose: To educate current and future leaders of business, government, nonprofit, and educational institutions about managing sustainably by focusing on products, processes, and services that add value to the organizations and are beneficial to people and the planet.

Focusing on the critical role that businesses and other organizations play in creating and enhancing societal, economic, and environmental sustainability in a global business context, ISE will strive to illuminate two enduring pragmatic questions: How can we create more “sustainable enterprises?”; and How can we help leaders and managers learn to “manage sustainably?”

 

Joachim J Becker, LMTh NJHolisticHealthServices.com
Presentation: The Labyrinth Experience - Walking a Sacred Path

The Labyrinth dates back to over 4000 years ago and has been found in several continents and spiritual traditions. Countless cultures have been drawn to the sacred space of the Labyrinth and used it as a tool for prayer, meditation and personal pilgrimage to balance mind body and soul. Recently the Labyrinth has been revived as a healing and restorative tool that crosses cultural and religious boundaries.

This presentation will discuss the connection of the Labyrinth to Sacred Geometry, it's history and it's uses as well as a showing of Grace Cathedral's award winning documentary "Rediscovering the Labyrinth" that tells its history, mystery, and personal stories of transformation from those who have experienced this ancient form of meditation. A preview of the documentary is available at: http://www.gracecathedral.org/ram/labtrailer.smil

An open Labyrinth Walk will be set up at the conference on Saturday evening in the King James Suite, featuring the authentic Chartres Cathedral Labyrinth replica.

About Joachim J Becker, LMTh

Joachim J. Becker, LMTh is the Founder and CEO of New Jersey Holistic Health Services. His vision has been to provide consistent, quality holistic health modalities and to meet clients where they live, work and travel. He is New York State Licensed Massage Therapist, a graduate of the Swedish Institute for Massage in New York and a professional member of the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA).

He has been providing alternative health and wellness services to both private and corporate clients and brings to his practice a lifetime of holistic learning, exploration and study in many forms of the healing arts.

Labyrinth Walk is Saturday Evening for Conference Attendees

 

Green Earth Press / Morton's Marketing
Earth Press /Morton’s Marketing
Presentation:
Green Earth Press and Morton’s Marketing are dedicated to offering alternate processes for the print/graphics and Ad Specialty world. From our aquaeous solutions, soy/vegetable based inks and eco-friendly papers and biodegradable products, to our "green" wide format solutions, Green Earth Press and Morton’s Marketing are committed to eco and social issues affecting our world.

If you are considering personal, social, or commercial print and ad specialty needs, contact us and we can help guide you through environmentally conscious choices that will directly affect YOUR world


 

Ron Hornung - Sustainable Ridge & Valley Alliance
Presentaton : The Natural Logic of a House made of Straw

Ron has r
etired to teaching and consulting after 30 years of experience as self-employed designer-builder with an approach to planning and construction that reflects a commitment to integrate projects and surroundings with regard for environmental impact. He is experienced in all aspects and modes of residential construction-repair, alteration, renovation, new homes-from interior woodworking to exterior decks and gardens-conventional, timberframe, strawbale.

"My experiences supervising 2 strawbale construction projects at Genesis Farm with groups of inexperienced volunteers has convinced me that it is a realistic, easily understood approach for do-it yourselfers. I have seen also that in terms of explicit and embedded costs, and every aspect of environmental accountability it is a highly desirable, responsible way to build. In addition, the possibility of "Amish-style house-raising"adds a social aspect that can never be found in conventional practices.
We may not have all the answers but as pioneers in building with bales in this region we have identified and resolved many issues that will contribute to the success of others. After more than ten years, our projects can be seen to be passing the test of time, and of the northwest New Jersey climate.

Visit the Straw Bale Home Display in the Essex Room at the SheratonParsippany Conference


FFI -
Presentation: Protecting the Environment for Future Generations

 
Sustainable West Milford
Dave Watson-Hallowell
presentation:
Build- Local, Buy- Local: Getting "Sustainability" Going in Your Community


Local energy and enthusiasm are a necessary part of the equation but so are local commerce and dollars. Bringing them together creates the opportunity for success! The co-founder of Sustainable West Milford shares his experiences, insights, and strategies "from the field" to help you get started on your way to bringing "Sustainability" to your own community. Sustainable West Milford is a non-profit organization dedicated to creating a "Sustainable Community" through the personal participation and leadership of community members.

Bio:
Dave has worked designing and implementing consultancies in a variety of fields ranging from community/ economic development, affordable housing, and outcome management, to organizational and individual development. Over the years he has worked with hundreds of organizations in the private, government, and non-profit sectors ranging in size from the very small to the very large.
A resident of West Milford for the last 10 years, his current interests include creating sustainable communities and ecotourism. Dave is the founder of the newly established Sustainable West Milford, a non-profit group dedicated to transforming our community into an “eco-municipality.”
For more information, visit www.sustainablewestmilford.org .

 

 

 

Dave Watson-Hallowell


 

ASID - American Society of Interior Designers
Presentation

ASID is a community of people-designers, industry representatives, educators and students-committed to interior design. Through education, knowledge sharing, advocacy, community building and outreach, the Society strives to advance the interior design profession and, in the process, to demonstrate and celebrate the power of design to positively change people's lives. Its more than 38,000 members engage in a variety of professional programs and activities through a network of 48 chapters throughout the United States and Canada

 

Wings of Eagles - Vicki Warren

Presentation:
Educating People How to Create Healthy Indoor Environments
Wings of Eagles Healthy Living (WEHL)
ATennessee nonprofit dedicated to educating people about how to create healthy indoor environments, along with the Children's Health Environmental Coalition (CHEC) will kick off the Healthy Home, Happy Home Campaign this March, with the goal of teaching children and parents simple ways to make their homes cleaner and healthier.

P.O. Box 738 Lyles, Tennessee 37098
931.670.3576
www.wehliving.org