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HungerMitao Raises over 3 Million Meals for NTFB Just Since the Pandemic
HungerMitao Raises over 3 Million Meals for NTFB Just Since the Pandemic
By Raj Asava
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"Flatten the Curve" Flattens the Economy...What Next?
"Flatten the Curve" Flattens the Economy...What Next?
By Raj Asava
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Social Security works—period.. don’t let anyone tell you otherwise. My last paycheck was December of 2010. Fourteen years later, I received a…
Social Security works—period.. don’t let anyone tell you otherwise. My last paycheck was December of 2010. Fourteen years later, I received a…
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Gratitude to all my Guru’s, Mentors, Teachers and Parents as first Guru’s, on the auspicious day of Guru Purnima. Thank you for everything and most…
Gratitude to all my Guru’s, Mentors, Teachers and Parents as first Guru’s, on the auspicious day of Guru Purnima. Thank you for everything and most…
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This is a Giant Step Backward—period. In the age of Gen-AI, which is projected to eliminate over half of current jobs (according to an IMF report)…
This is a Giant Step Backward—period. In the age of Gen-AI, which is projected to eliminate over half of current jobs (according to an IMF report)…
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Experience & Education
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HungerMitao
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Volunteer Experience
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Advisory Board Member -- Austin & Dallas Fort-worth Chapters
Pratham USA
- Present 16 years
Children
Pratham is the largest non governmental organization working to provide quality education to the underprivileged children of India. Pratham was established in 1994 to provide education to the children in the slums of Mumbai city. Since then, the organization has grown both in scope and geographical coverage.
Today we reach out to millions of children living both in rural and urban areas through a range of interventions. The Pratham team comprises of educationists, development…Pratham is the largest non governmental organization working to provide quality education to the underprivileged children of India. Pratham was established in 1994 to provide education to the children in the slums of Mumbai city. Since then, the organization has grown both in scope and geographical coverage.
Today we reach out to millions of children living both in rural and urban areas through a range of interventions. The Pratham team comprises of educationists, development professionals, media personnel, corporates, workers, activists, PhDs, MBAs, CAs, civil servants, bankers, corporate professionals, consultants, who all bring their experiences and perspectives to the organsiation and are unified by the common vision of improving the future of our children.
http://www.scribd.com/doc/105398824/20120922-Give-So-Others-Can-Live-For-Pratham -
International Committee Member; Board Member -- Dallas Chapter
American Heart Association (AHA)
- 8 years
Health
Our mission at AHA is to build healthier lives, free of cardiovascular diseases and stroke. That single purpose drives all we do. The need for our work is beyond question.
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Board Member
Children's Advocacy Center of Collin County
- 4 years 2 months
Children
The Children’s Advocacy Center of Collin County (CACCC) provides safety, healing and justice for children victimized by abuse or neglect in our community.
Our Vision as Board Member: We envision a community free from child abuse.
The Center utilizes a multidisciplinary team approach to facilitate the investigation, treatment and prosecution of child abuse. Working collaboratively with law enforcement and Child Protective Services, the Center brings all services to abused children…The Children’s Advocacy Center of Collin County (CACCC) provides safety, healing and justice for children victimized by abuse or neglect in our community.
Our Vision as Board Member: We envision a community free from child abuse.
The Center utilizes a multidisciplinary team approach to facilitate the investigation, treatment and prosecution of child abuse. Working collaboratively with law enforcement and Child Protective Services, the Center brings all services to abused children under one roof to minimize additional trauma to vulnerable children. -
Board Member
Indian American Friendship Council
- 5 years
Politics
Indian American Friendship Council (IAFC) is a 501(C)(3) non-profit organization that provides and promotes political education and a common platform to exchange views with Local, National and International policy makers. Its mission is to improve United States-lndia relations, support developing countries, promote global democracy, protect the interests of the Indian-American community, and educate Members of Congress.
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Advisory Board Member
Texas Indo-American Physicians Society (TIPS NEC)
- Present 11 years
Health
The northeast chapter of the Texas Indo-American Physicians Society (TIPS NEC) is a 503.1(c) organization, committed to the Service to Humanity.
We serve the interests of over a thousand physicians from various specialities and sub-specialities in the practice of medicine. Our three main goals are: Service, Education, and Social Networking
We have a free community clinic in Irving where TIPS physicians from various specialities provide charitable healthcare and to complement this…The northeast chapter of the Texas Indo-American Physicians Society (TIPS NEC) is a 503.1(c) organization, committed to the Service to Humanity.
We serve the interests of over a thousand physicians from various specialities and sub-specialities in the practice of medicine. Our three main goals are: Service, Education, and Social Networking
We have a free community clinic in Irving where TIPS physicians from various specialities provide charitable healthcare and to complement this clinic, we organize several health fairs every year to provide preventive medical care. We also provide several education and social networking opportunities to serve our members and our community. -
Member Board Of Directors
Greater Dallas Asian American Chamber of Commerce
- 2 years 1 month
Economic Empowerment
Founded in 1986, the Greater Dallas Asian American Chamber of Commerce (GDAACC) exists to “Advocate for its members and the Asian American business community while assisting with the economic development of North Texas.”
Over time, GDAACC has grown to become the largest Asian American Chamber of Commerce made up of 1,200+ members representing 20+ ethnic groups; all dedicated to the growth of Asian American business in the Greater Dallas area.
Publications
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Apple Watch
The Senior Voice Newspaper
See publicationThe Apple Watch is positioned to be a quarterback for your digital world. Check out my experience with this exciting new product-with-promise, from Apple.
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Computing in the Cloud, What is IT all about?
Cloudbook
See publicationIn spite of its appeal and increasing acceptance, there still seem to be a struggle in explaining what cloud computing is all about. The attached poem regarding cloud computing is proving to be an interesting yet simple way of defining what cloud is, and the power behind it.
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Cloud Computing meets Project Management
PM World Today
See publicationEven in a dedicated IT environment, the possibility of project failure is high. In the cloud, the risk grows exponentially. The parallel processing and on-demand scalability that the cloud offers requires a robust project management discipline to guide through the dark as well as friendly clouds.
Both, the cloud computing and project management will have discernible impacts on each other. The impact of cloud on project management will include a higher scrutiny on security, parallel…Even in a dedicated IT environment, the possibility of project failure is high. In the cloud, the risk grows exponentially. The parallel processing and on-demand scalability that the cloud offers requires a robust project management discipline to guide through the dark as well as friendly clouds.
Both, the cloud computing and project management will have discernible impacts on each other. The impact of cloud on project management will include a higher scrutiny on security, parallel processing, scalability, and the ability to tap into infinite resources.
On the other hand, the key influence of Project management on the cloud will be the disciplines of time-tested project management frameworks and methodologies to manage the impact while harnessing the benefits of what cloud computing has to offer. -
Emergence of the Cloud Integrator
Cloudbook
See publicationFour-tier architecture and smart integration allow companies to take advantage of the benefits offered by the different types of clouds.
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Industry View: What does the future hold?
BusinessCloud9 - Practical Cloud Computing
See publicationAs early as 2009, the author declared that cloud computing is real and mainstream. Comparing and contrasting it to trends of the past such as outsourcing and offshoring.
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The Flat World Goes Round and Round
Global Services Media -- Cybermedia
See publicationAnother way to look at the "Flat World" -- a term popularized by Tom Friedman.
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[Flat or Round World] What Goes Around Comes Around
CXO America
See publicationAs we compete in a level playing field (flat world), businesses from one part of the world will continue to challenge businesses in other part of the world (the world is round), by disrupting each other’s business model (what goes around comes around). Even the current global uncertainties caused by terrorism and natural calamities have failed to dampen or slow down this shift
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Outsourcing Round Table
Business Week
See publicationEmergence of Knowledge Process Outsourcing (KPO) -- the author speaks about the maturation of Business Process Ooutsourcing (BPO) from repitive back-office activities [data entry, imaging] to taking on middle-to-front office tasks [research, analysis, recommendation].
Honors & Awards
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Community Volunteer
The Dallas Morning News
Featured in the Dallas Morning news, under the section "Second Wind" profiling people who have embarked on a radically different endeavor - career, charitable, artistic, etc. -- later in life, after age 50 or so.
http://www.dallasnews.com/real-estate/senior-living/headlines/20150715-a-time-for-giving-aradhana-and-raj-asava-community-volunteers.ece
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APMGUSA Appreciation Award
Federation of Andhra Pradesh - Medical Graduates in USA
Represented American Heart Association (AHA) and delivered one of the keynote speeches at the 2nd Annual APMG Convention held in Andhra Pradesh, India. The audience made up of who-is-who of Andhra Pradesh along with budding medical professionals was impressed and inquisitive about AHA.
At the banquet, they honored Mr. Asava with an appreciation award recognizing his commitment and outstanding efforts to promote global heart health…Represented American Heart Association (AHA) and delivered one of the keynote speeches at the 2nd Annual APMG Convention held in Andhra Pradesh, India. The audience made up of who-is-who of Andhra Pradesh along with budding medical professionals was impressed and inquisitive about AHA.
At the banquet, they honored Mr. Asava with an appreciation award recognizing his commitment and outstanding efforts to promote global heart health education.
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Glory of India Award
India International Friendship Society
After perusing your bio-data, most objectively and impartially, it remains our considered opinion that you have given a fight in life and your worthy example does inspire others towards certain remarkable achievement. We have, therefore, chosen to honour you with globally reputed"GLORY OF INDIA AWARD" and a CERTIFICATE OF EXCELLENCE.
http://www.scribd.com/doc/116285860/Glory-of-India-Award-Raj-Asava
Organizations
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Association for Strategic Planning -- Dallas / Fort Worth
President
- PresentRaj joined ASP in 2011 as a member of the board. He was also a key member of the executive team where he served in the capacity of the Vice President for the organization. After a successful fiscal year in which the chapter was awarded the "Chapter of the year" award, Raj took on the role as President of the organization and will serve in this capacity through June of 2013. The overall mission of the organization is “Interesting topics and interesting people, interested in strategy.” To…
Raj joined ASP in 2011 as a member of the board. He was also a key member of the executive team where he served in the capacity of the Vice President for the organization. After a successful fiscal year in which the chapter was awarded the "Chapter of the year" award, Raj took on the role as President of the organization and will serve in this capacity through June of 2013. The overall mission of the organization is “Interesting topics and interesting people, interested in strategy.” To learn more about ASP visit: http://www.strategyplus.org/
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Microsoft Windows failure is grid failure—period. Regardless of who caused it. When global sourcing emerged in the 1990s, we concentrated on two…
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Yesterday we welcomed our new batch of interns at Gap Inc.’s Hyderabad Development Center. Great to see the excitement and enthusiasm. I’m sure they…
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