December 1997 Meeting

Date & Time: Wednesday, Dec 17th. Mixer, 5:30 PM; Dinner, 6:30 PM; Talk and
Business Session, 7:30 PM.

Topic: "A Profile of Chemical Consultants and Consulting"

Abstract: In October, an extensive confidential survey was sent to the 200
members of the Chemical Consultants Network.. the first ever attempt to obtain
a comprehensive profile of chemical consultants and consulting in ACS or
AIChE. Marc Halpern has analyzed the returns, and will report on who we are,
what we do, how much we make, how we market our services, and how the CCN can
improve what it does.

Biography: Marc has a Ph. D. in Organic Chemistry and postdoced at the
University of Pennsylvania. He is the author of a well known text on
Phase-Transfer Catalysis, and the founder and editor of the quarterly,
"Phase-Transfer Catalysis Communications". He worked as a chemist for Dow
Chemical, and in executive management positions at ICI and Sybron Chemicals.
During the last two years, he has provided consulting services to over 70
chemical companies in the US, Europe and Asia. Marc is also the President of
PTC Technology which has created development and manufacturing ventures for
pharmaceutical and agrochemical intermediates and several other specialty and
fine organic chemicals.

NOTE CHANGE in Location: The Cynwyd Club, Bala Cynwyd, PA. From City Line
Ave, Route # 1, drive north on Route # 23 (Conshohocken State Road) about 3
long blocks. Continue north on Trevor Lane instead of following Route #23
left. At “Y” in road one block north on Trevor Lane turn left where
clubhouse and parking are on the left side of the road. Please park in lot if
space is available, otherwise park on Trevor Lane. If lost, call the club at
610-667-4524.

Reservation: To make dinner reservation leave an eMail (phila acs@aol.com)
or call 215-382-1589 no later than noon on Dec 16th. Leave a message on the
machine if necessary. Price for dinner will be $18. No call needed if
attending for talk only.

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November 1997 Meeting

Date & Time: THURSDAY, November 13. Mixer, 5 PM. Talk & business session, 6: 00 PM; Dinner, 7:15 PM. Joint with Philadelphia Section ACS
Topic: Dr. Charles C. Price, "The Future of Chemistry"

Abstract: There is much popular interest in the new visions of the outer regions of our universe, but the new understanding of the infinitesimal world of atoms and molecules is of much greater importance to understanding and benefiting our life here on planet Earth.

We may for example learn as much about the chemistry of the brain as we did of the chemistry of genetics in the 20th century. We will exploit the amazing discovery that organic polymers can be made to be both conductors and reservoirs for electrons. We will make further important progress in unraveling the chemical processes which led to the origin and evolution of life on our planet. Contributions like these will have an important impact on improving life in the 21st century.

I will also comment on the importance of bringing increased understanding of the marvelous universe of chemistry and its impact on society and the public.

Biography: President of the American Chemical Society and United World Federalists; Chairman of Chemical Section of AAAS, the Federation of American Scientists, the Chemistry Department at Penn, the Swarthmore College Board of Directors, and The Chemical Heritage Foundation Board of Directors; author of many of papers, books and patents; known for important contributions to medicinal and polymer chemistry, recipient of numerous national and international awards, candidate for national political offices, ardent sailor... These are only a few of the accomplishments of one of the remarkable chemists of the twentieth century. Born in 1913, Charles C. Price received his B.A. at Swarthmore and his Ph.D. at the University of Illinois. With seven decades of contributions to every aspect of chemistry, a founder of the preeminent organization for the study and dissemination of chemical history (The Chemical Heritage Foundation), Dr. Price is uniquely qualified to comment on chemistry's future.

Location:
Wilson Student Center, Philadelphia College of Pharmacy & Science. From Woodland Avenue going west, turn left onto 43rd Street and take the first left into the parking lot. Wilson is adjacent to the lot.

Reservation:
To make dinner reservation leave an eMail (philaACS@aol.com) or call 215-382-1589 by 5 PM, Nov 6th. No cancellations after Noon, Nov 11th. Leave a message on the machine if necessary. No call needed if attending for talk

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October 1997 Meeting

Date & Time:
Wednesday, Oct 8th. Mixer, 5:30 PM; Dinner, 6:30 PM; Program, 7:30 PM. This will be a joint meeting with the IEEE ( Institute of Electrical & Electronic Engineers) Consultants Network who have kindly made arrangements for the speaker.

Topic:
Barriers and Bridges - Easy, Simple, Proven Ways to Increase your Repeat and Referral Business.

Abstract:
Emmet Robinson will teach you how to keep your current clients and get them to send you their friends. This special preview of a half-day seminar offers proven methods you can use immediately for long-term results. In just 59 enjoyable minuets you will learn:

• How making a cheese sandwich can make a huge difference in your income
• How to make money with your telephone - without selling anything!
• Why your pen can be worth a million dollars in new business
• How to listen your way in increased client loyalty
• Why who you are is more important than what you do

Topic-specific handouts and worksheets will be provided.

Biography:
Emmet Robinson is a unique combination of business expert and entertainer. As an entertainer, his presentation style has been polished by thousands of stage and television appearances across America. As a business expert, he's been active in business management since 1961 and owner of King Street Recording Company since 1967. His company specializes in educational and promotional audio tapes for business and industry. Clients include American Express Financial Advisors, American Red Cross, AT&T, Bryn Mawr Trust, Conrail, General Electric, Gulf Oil and Dupont, to name a few. His book, "How to Prosper in Business Regardless of the Economy," recently published, has been a great success.

Location:
Wilson Student Center, Philadelphia College of Pharmacy & Science. From Woodland Avenue going west, turn left onto 43 rd Street and take the first left into the parking lot. Wilson is adjacent to the lot.

Reservation:
To make dinner reservation leave an eMail (philaACS@aol.com) or call 215-382-1589 by Noon, Oct 7th. Leave a message on the machine if necessary. No call needed if attending for talk only.

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