A July 4th Lesson: Poland’s Rise as a Bastion of Free Enterpise
Association of Washington Business President Don Brunell reflects on Poland’s transformation to Market Economy and the connection between Poland and Washington State
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Boeing VP Nicole Piasecki visits her father’s exhibit in Poland
Boeing Vice President Nicole Piasecki opened an exhibition dedicated to Frank Piasecki and other famous Polish aviation designers from around the world in Cracow, Poland, after being greeted in a 1930’s vintage style by Boeing CEE President Henryka Bochniarz, SAE Aero Design 2011 competition winners and local dignitaries. Ms. Piasecki’s speech at the Polish Aviation Museum on May 30th communicated pride in her heritage and US-Polish aviation relations.
Polonia Technica-70 years of bridging past and future
The Association of Polish-American Engineers in New York City celebrated its 70th Anniversary on May 13-15 at the elegant De Lamar Mansion-home of the Polish Consulate. Attended community leaders, Polish officials and distinguished colleagues from around the world proud to pass their heritage of achievement to the next generation.
Bill Gates going green-opportunity for Polish entrepreneurs
When giants like Microsoft founder endorse eco-capitalism, the world accelerates in creating a low carbon economy. Polish entrepreneurs seeking partnerships in green energy will find plenty of opportunities in Mr. Gates’ backyard, the Pacific Northwest.
Why John Paul II’s symbols matter in a modern world?
As millions gathered around the world to celebrate John Paul II’s beatification, the faithful in Seattle unveiled a magnificent statue of the late Pontiff by a Polish sculptor Wiktor Szostalo. The archbishop of Seattle, Polish Consul General and local dignitaries spoke why the Polish Pope has long been a role model emulate.
US Ambassador to Poland: More American investment needed
President Obama believes that our relationship with Europe is more important than ever. Read Ambassador Lee Feinstein’s views on potential for cooperation between Poland and USA
Polish textile consortium grows one reel at time
Savvy management with good old fashion work ethic turned Poland’s textile manufacturer/outdoors advertiser Litex Group into Europe’s industry leader. Now, its founder pushes new frontiers: multispectral camouflage, solar-powered fabrics and technology transfers through offset trade programs. Militaries around the world take notice.
Social Networking-Poland Day at GTS in Silicon Valley
On March 26, Poland-specific panels organized by the US-Polish Trade Council filled the Facebook Conference Hall with a mix of academia, business, government and nonprofit. Aiming at sparking innovation entrepreneurship on both sides of the Atlantic, did they accelerate the process?
Frank Piasecki: It’s your future…Be there!
The title quotes legendary vertical aviation pioneer at the 2005 Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum Lifetime Achievement Award Ceremony. Frank Piasecki will be remembered next month at the Polish Aviation Museum in Cracow for his contribution to aviation, family, community and US-Polish business relations.
Paradigm Shift: Poland trains future leaders of free markets
The International Business and Trade Summer Law Program offered by The Catholic University of America Columbus School of Law and the Jagiellonian University will celebrate 20th anniversary this June in Cracow. As law students prepare for emerging careers in international law, they will focus on global aspects of modern trade and business law rather than on the initial objective: establishing a democracy in former Soviet-satellite.
Polska tozsamosc w Ameryce
O poglądach Polonii, jej tożsamości, dokonaniach i stereotypach jej dotyczących rozmawiamy z dr. Thaddeusem Radzilowskim, historykiem i prezesem Instytutu Piast w Michigan
Poland’s Case Law Will Be Available Online
This week The Warsaw Voice reported that Poland’s Ministry of Justice is working on passing legislation that will require Polish courts to publish their decisions and opinions on the Internet. The legislation is at a stage of inter-ministerial consultations. Judgments by courts of appeal and district courts are scheduled to appear online by the middle of next[…]
Vivat Musica!
Chór Pieśni Polskiej “Vivat Musica!” powstał w Seattle w marcu 2004 roku z inicjatywy Barbara Niesułowskiej, która jest obecnie jego menedżerem.
Spiewalismy z Rubikiem dla naszego papieza
19 koncertów w 17 miastach w USA i w Kanadzie – od 7 października do 14 listopada – prezentuje Piotr Rubik z artystami z Polski. Tournée jest dedykowane Janowi Pawłowi II.
Piewce Kazimierza
Autorem wierszy zamieszczonych poniżej jest Kazimierz Poznański. Zostały one wybrane z tomiku pod tym tytułem “Prawie pięknie”. W tomiku znalazły się 72 wiersze Kazimierza Poznańskiego związane z Kazimierzem Dolnym – pięknym miasteczkiem, które rozłożyło się nad Wisłą.
Inga Iwasiów w Klubie Polskiej Ksiazki
Uczestnicy spotkań Klubu Polskiej Książki w Seattle w okresie siedmioletniego istnienia klubu poznali już wielu polskich pisarzy i pisarek. Można powiedzieć, lekko aluzyjnie – z jak najlepszej strony, bo poprzez strony ich książek. W sobotę 11 września, 2010 mieliśmy jednak okazję poznać autorkę jednej z ulubionych książek klubu osobiście.
Poland Workers Strike Over Wages in Warsaw
Members of Solidarity and other trade unions from across Poland marched Wednesday through downtown Warsaw demanding a 5 per cent raise next year to cushion inflation and to protest expected job cuts. Approximately 3,500 police officers, border guards, firefighters and miners are protesting plans to freeze their wages next year, marching in Warsaw blowing whistles[…]
Młodziez z Polski potrafi
W środę naszą redakcję odwiedziła grupa młodych Polaków, którzy przyjechali do USA na organizowane z myślą o uczniach szkół średnich warsztaty Business Week. Sa przebojowi, ambitni, nie mają kompleksów i mówią płynnie po angielsku.
Polish-American Paper Fighting a Different Kind of Battle
Daily founded to champion democracy in Poland during Communist rule struggling to survive, as U.S. economy sours and some emigrants return home.
Wspólne czytanie w Seattle
Czytanie, podobnie jak pisanie, jest zajęciem dla samotników. A jednak w Stanach Zjednoczonych, w każdej bibliotece i przy wielu księgarniach istnieją kluby książki.