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The Washington Post story - Jacob Holmer for Secretary

  • Tue, June 16, 2020 9:41 PM
    Reply # 9041913 on 9041420

    Interesting story except for one critical thing to add. 

    It had less to do with selling newspapers, or making a paper profitable and still doesn't.   Bezo bought Washington Post as way to develop technology it did not have.  They used it as a test bed to build and develop Amazon's ARC technology for digital publishing and (SaaS) cloud computing, which at the time related to their AWS (Amazon Workspace Service).   The purchase of Washington Post was a symbiotic relationship and inline with Bezo's acquisition ethos.

    Bezo's has an extremely long term outlook on business ventures.   Washington Post is selling its ARC technology now globally.  This is the story and more interesting one to look up.  

    As for hiring practices for Amazon, it isn't about hiring the best, but best for the position: 

    Would you elevate your peers in this position?

    What are your admirable qualities that others want to emulate?

    How do you redefine/thrive this position by leveraging your best assets?

    We do this because we are inspired by the people around us and we want to inspire those to around us to make a better community.

    Good Luck Jacob in this election!


    Last modified: Tue, June 16, 2020 11:48 PM | MICHAEL CHAN
  • Tue, June 16, 2020 4:52 PM
    Message # 9041420

    Hello fellow Members,

    Tomorrow is finally Election Day where we get to cast our votes and shape the next year for OREIO!

    But, today, I would like to tell you a story:

    In the early 2010s, the Washington Post was unprofitable.  Newspaper readership was down and they did not have the infrastructure or personnel to shift their business activities to the internet.

    The Graham Family (who owned the Post) recognized their company’s assets: engaging content delivered by great people; however, making that leap to the internet would need outside help to successfully modernize.  Fast forward and, in 2013, they agreed to sell the company to Amazon.

    Today, the Washington Post is profitable and again a leader in the industry, all while maintaining its core fundamental values.

    Moral of the story is this: when you embark on a new venture, you surround yourself with the best available talent.

    I am a career project manager and Professional Engineer with over 10 years of industry experience.  I have attached my bio if you are interested in more information, but, long story short, I deliver projects. Period.

    As Secretary, I will act as the backbone to help deliver this modernization by bringing the following to the board.

    1.       I will apply my project management experience in moderating the board meetings to ensure that OREIO's transition aligns with our beliefs and that the board is held accountable to its members.

    2.       I am bilingual and will ensure that transparency and communication are of the highest priority to our members.  So, for the francophones, “je serais votre interlocuteur au sein du conseil d’administration pour répondre à votre besoins dans la langue de votre choix”. 

    3.       Finally, I will propose a system to better integrate new members into our community, both to improve new member experience but also to enhance networking for established members.  

    OREIO, to me, is more than just a networking and educational group, but also a community where likeminded individuals can help each other achieve their financial goals.

    For that reason, I hope to have earned your support in these upcoming elections.  I look forward to giving back to our members and contributing to OREIO’s new chapter.

    My name is Jacob Holmer and I thank you for your support.  Feel free to contact me if you would like to further discuss what I'll be bringing to OREIO.

    Take care!


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