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Jon Biel
USA


DOB: Jun 25
Location: PLAYA DEL REY, CA

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Overview
About Me :

I am MTDN's Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer Jon and have over 20 years experience as an executive and consultant specializing in large-scale management, cultural transformation, organizational effectiveness and leadership/executive development in some of the world's largest companies including GE, Xerox and United Technologies.

As Founder and President of Biel & Associates, I created a cutting-edge consulting organization that successfully trained thousands of business leaders in contemporary change management techniques.

I hold an MEd from the University of Colorado and an MBA from The Keller Graduate School of Management , I received my on-the-job training in non-profit organizations as a former Program Director for the Voyageur Outward Bound School, and I am trained Executive/Life Coach.

Things I Like to Do For Fun
Fly fishing, mountain biking, telemark skiing, playing my guitar
Issue(s) I am Passionate About
Using technology to make a difference!
My Favorite Music
I love singer-songrwriters whose music tells a story...
My Favorite Books
The Amazing Power of Deliberate Intent - Hicks, The Secret - Byrne, The Attractor Factor - Vitale, Trout Tactics - Humphreys, Smart Start-ups, David Silver
Schools
Keller Graduate School of Business
Chicago, IL
From Sep, 1982 to Jun, 1983
Experientially-based program
University of Colorado
Boulder, CO
From Sep, 1976 to Jun, 1977
Special Masters degree program in experiential education associated with the Colorado Outward Bound School.
Florida State Universtiy
Tallahassee, FL
From Sep, 1968 to Jun, 1972
First time, ever, away from home - worked hard, didn't party enough - left Florida for the mountains, and never looked back!
Woodstock Community High School
Woodstock, IL
From Sep, 1964 to Jun, 1968
I WASN'T the "big man on campus", but I made a few long-time friends and received a good education.
What I Do For a Living
Make The Difference Network - Los Angeles CA
Title : CEO - Lead an amazing team dedicated to making a real difference in the world!
Every day we have the opportunity to learn about, help, and support the most incredible people doing outstanding work in their communities and the world...
Causes And Collaboration
About My Causes
Serving Those Who Serve (www.servingthosewhoserve.org); American Pediatric Heart Fund (www.aphfund.org);Wild Animal Sanctuary (www.wildlife-sanctuary.org); Friends of Toms (www.friendsoftoms.org)
I Volunteer at These Nonprofits
Serving Those Who Serve (servingthosewhoserve.com); Friends of Toms (www.friendsoftoms.org)
People I Would Like to Collaborate With
Highly energitic, creative people interested in grass-root philanthropy.
Skills I Would Like to Learn
How to row a single skull; How to play the jazz guitar;


Jon Biel's Blog
Get Viewer Attention - Post as many powerful videos as you can on your MTDN Profiles and Wishes.
March 23, 2008 10:14 am
Take a moment to view the "Please help the Wild Animal Sanctuary!" video in the MTDN Nonprofit member Wild Animal Sanctuary's Media Gallery. (You can find it on: http://www.mtdn.com/profile/ ...
Volunteering to make a difference.
February 3, 2008 4:29 pm
Recently, a young friend told me he was considering volunteering at a local nonprofit, and it reminded me of how important and powerful personal participation really is. At Make The Difference Networ ...


Comments (61)
Infinite Blessings Jon... What a new Ray of Hope you've created here... giving caring people a chance to share many things together and bring about changes for the better!!
May 16, 2008 4:36
Thanks for providing this grass-root platform for us to participate in. It's an honor to be a part of the 'Make the Difference'!
May 16, 2008 3:20
Congratulations on the press release! Remarkable accomplishment, the best it yet to come. We are humbled and honored to be part of this revolutionary way of giving.
May 15, 2008 12:43
Thanks Jon!!! I plan on sending the MTDN website to all my pals!

~CA
May 15, 2008 11:49
Congrats on the official launch. MTDN is such a great networking tool and we can't wait to add to our page and spread the word about ending slavery. Thanks for all your hard work!!!!!
May 13, 2008 11:29




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