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January 28th, 2008
BusinessWeek February 4, 2008’s edition dedicated a full-page article to Sports-related sites and social networks.
Check out p68 and learn how websites such as SkiSpace.com have recently grown so successful .
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January 23th, 2008
I just pulled away from the set of the "Donny Deutsch" show, where I taped a few segments today. I loved having a chance to be a part of this program, it always makes me feel good to know I am doing something to help others, no matter how big or small it is. This particular taping really put me in touch with the lack of knowledge people have about "how to" become successful. In the past 10 years I have had to make several decisions about what to do with my business, sell them, invest more, hire, fire, expand, and retract. Entrepreneurship is about making decisions. Wrong or right I have made thousands of important decisions. Some didn't work out while others did, if you were to add them up I'm proud of my track record and all of decisions I've made. At the end of the day your wins should be bigger and greater than your losses. And that's what entrepreneurship is all about. Winning.
I admire Donny, his experience in advertising is valuable to aspiring entrepreneurs. He knows his stuff and knows it well. We were on the same page with the Vin-T business idea. We liked the concept and product. Didn't like the name (it sounded too much like a Starbucks drink) and I didn't like the packaging. We both agreed that the price could be raised. I would buy this product for my girlfriend, it’s a novelty product, or even for my sister who loves vintage gear.
On the show with me, was Ivanka Trump, a very business-minded young lady (wonder where she gets that from?) I was impressed with her ability to convey her message and stick to her guns. She's got the eye of the tiger, no doubt, I'd back her in any business.
It is an honor to be asked to take part on this show, and to get to share my own knowledge of entrepreneurship with others. I am grateful for my own success as well as the success of my Companies – ViSalus Sciences, PathConnect and its launching of SkiSpace.com with Bode Miller and MTDN.com (Make the Difference Network) with Jessica Biel and her family. I know that what I am creating with my team on a daily basis affects the lives of others, and that allows me to go home at the end of a long day feeling like I've made progress.
I want to acknowledge those that I work with on a daily basis, from my management team ViSalus – Nick Sarnicola and Blake Mallen –to the new CEO of PathConnect, Chris Wong, and all of our team members in both companies who are critical in every aspect of my success.
If you liked what I had to say or didn't you can always email me... I actually read them! Ryan@pathconnect.com.
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January 23th, 2008
Former PeopleSoft, Agile, and Oracle Executive Brings Industry Experience and Deep Domain Expertise  Los Angeles, CA (January 23, 2008) – Tapping a Silicon Valley veteran with over 25 years of senior management experience in the enterprise software industry, PathConnect has appointed former PeopleSoft, Agile, and Oracle executive; Chris Wong as president and CEO.Wong will be responsible for leading the growth of PathConnect, LLC a next generation interactive media company for established brands; leveraging online social networking technology and member-generated content. PathConnect helps its partner companies to build and become online social networking leaders. Partners include the Make the Difference Network, co-founded by actress Jessica Biel and her father Jon; and SkiSpace with ski champion Bode Miller.
Ryan Blair, founder and current CEO of PathConnect, will work together with Wong as Chairman of the Board. Blair and Wong have been working together as board members over the past year. “I’m extremely excited to have Chris join us as our CEO. Chris is a well-known and highly-regarded strategist in the enterprise software industry who brings a track record of success and strong relationships to the table,” stated Blair. “I’m confident in his ability to develop and grow companies, and know he will be instrumental in the evolution of PathConnect and our partners.”
“Taking on the responsibilities of CEO at this time is a tremendous opportunity,” stated Wong. “Ryan’s vision of this company as a new media company, creating unique partnerships to develop unique social networking businesses and not just sites; goes beyond the thinking of anyone in the market today. I’m excited to be leading the team and look forward to bringing a Silicon Valley perspective to our business.”
Prior to PathConnect, Wong served as senior vice president of applications for Oracle, segueing to the company as executive vice president and chief product officer of Agile Software, which was acquired by Oracle in July 2007. Previously at PeopleSoft, he was responsible for charting the strategic direction for product- and technology-related initiatives as vice president of products and technology strategy. Wong was founder, chairman and CEO of SkillsVillage, Inc., which was acquired by PeopleSoft in June 2001. His success over the past quarter-century has led Wong to be one of the most respected strategy executives in the enterprise software industry.
About PathConnect
PathConnect, LLC is a privately funded, next generation interactive media company for brands leveraging Web 2.0 technology, online social networking trends, member-generated content and established brand names. PathConnect provides the technology platform and business domain expertise to enable partner companies to build and become online leaders. PathConnect collaborates with recognized Brand names to produce up-and-coming social networks that offer unique features specific to their needs.
Its first partner sites include the Make the Difference Network (www.mtdn.com), co-founded by actress Jessica Biel, an online community that links non-profit organizations and their wishes with potential donors; and SkiSpace (www.skispace.com), overseen by champion alpine skier Bode Miller, offering an online community devoted to ski and snowboard enthusiasts. 
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January 11th, 2008
Attention Graduate Students! Ryan Blair, Chairman of PathConnect.com and CEO of ViSalus Sciences is creating a paid internship program to assist with several sales and marketing initiatives across multiple brands and companies. He is looking for 3 ambitious people that have talents and skills in product development, market research, PR, copy writing and internet traffic campaigns. Companies you could work with are: www.pathconnect.com www.pathconnect.net Jessica Biel’s www.mtdn.com Bode Miller’s www.skispace.com www.visalus.com Please send your resume to akemp@pathconnect.com
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January 4th, 2008
Hey Everyone.. Here is a link to Bode's interview in Time Magazine: http://www.time.com/time/magazine/article/0,9171,1699872,00.html Check it out - It's on newsstands now!
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