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Sarav Periasamy to speak to National Assn. of Utility Commissioners Conference on Smart Grids *** “Smart grid and smart metering introduce access control, network and application security concerns at and beyond the meter,” explained Sarav Periasamy, PERI Software, who is scheduled to speak at the conference
Sacramento,CA–Utilities need to “go beyond simple ’smart meter’ initiatives to the process of using less energy” according to a study released by the nonprofit American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE). PERI Software Solutions Inc., a global business solutions company agrees. PERI is participating in theNational Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners Conference in SacramentoJuly 18 – 21, 2010, at the Sacramento Convention Center.
PERI Software President & CEO Sarav Periasamy talks to Jarrod Ulery, Consumers Energy at a smart grid conference recently. Periasamy is speaking this weekend at the national conference in Sacramento.
“Research shows that 60 percent of the electricity generated in this country is lost to inefficiencies, and the fact that smart grid technology is green and substantially enhances grid efficiency through improved outage detection and response helps utility customers feel good about saving energy,” said Sarav Periasamy, president and CEO, PERI Software. Periasamy is scheduled to speak at 11:15 AM, Sunday, July 18th, on “Cost Effective Solutions for Smart Grid.”
"Smart Grid technology transforms the way utilities can deliver power to customers, but we need to educate and explain in layman’s terms just how it works,” he said.
PERI Software is the only certified minority business enterprise in the U.S. with an end-to-end smart grid solution. The company, based in Newark, NJ, can provide both its own smart grid advanced metering infrastructure (AMI) and smart meter technology and software platform or PERI can act as systems integrators on any smart grid platform, regardless of technology.
For the full story and more about PERI visit:http://bit.ly/drKebe
LAEDC Economic Guru Jack Kyser’s Final Official Forecast Presentation Wed., July 21, 2010
LAEDC to update the economic outlook forthe housing industry, five-County SoCal region, California, and the nation. 2ndpanel will discuss $50 billion in investment projects to upgrade region’s infrastructure
Jack Kyser, LAEDC will deliver his last official forecast July 21st.
What:2010-2011 LAEDC Mid-Year Forecast ReportEmbargoedUntil12:01 A.M.Wednesday, July 21, 2010
Who:PANEL I: Investments in 21stCentury Infrastructure
Geraldine Knatz, Ph.D. Executive Director • Port of Los Angeles
Arthur Leahy, Chief Executive Officer • L.A. County MTA
Gina Marie Lindsey, Executive Director • L.A. World Airports
Richard Steinke, Executive Director, Port of Long Beach
PANEL II: Economic Outlook
Richard K. Green, Ph. D., Prof., Dir. Chair USC Lusk Center for Real Estate
Jack Kyser, Founding Economist, The Kyser Center for Economic Research
Nancy D. Sidhu, Ph. D., Chief Economist The Kyser Center for Economic Research
8:00 – 10:30 a.m.: Opening Remarks, Presentations and Q&A Session
Where:Los AngelesMarriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom,333 S. Figueroa Street,L.A., 90071
Background
More than 400 of the region’s top business, government, education, and civic leaders are expected to attend the LAEDC’s Mid-Year update on Wednesday, July 21, 2010. New this year – experts will discuss the $50 billion that have been committed to upgrade our region’s infrastructure. The LAEDC Economic Forecast and Industry Outlook is Southern California’s premier source for in-depth economic information and analysis on Los Angeles County and the surrounding areas. The LAEDC’s economic research reports are broadly used by the media, government, and private industry organizations, and have been ranked #1 by the Wall Street Journal.
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PERI Software to discuss application security considerations for a Smart Grid infrastructure at San Diego Tech Conf.
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“Technology that allows integration of Home Area Networks to the Smart Grid technology has added security concerns that have to be addressed” said Chief Technology Officer Satish Chetty, PERI Software
Newark, NJ/San Diego, CA –“The emerging technology that allows the integration of Home Area Network to the Smart Grid has added security concerns that have to be addressed especially with data, multi-application integration and communication networks,” said Chief Technology Officer Satish Chetty, PERI Software Solutions, Inc., one of the nation’s fastest growing Asian-owned, global business solutions companies, based in Newark, NJ with offices in San Jose, Los Angeles and Chennai, India. Chetty plans to speak on application security for Smart Grid technology at 2010 Smart Grid Technology Conference & Expo, hosted by San Diego Gas & Electric, June 2-3, 2010, San Diego, CA.
The Smart Grid conference is expected to reveal ways to step up smart grid technologies. PERI will display its latest Smart Grid technology among a dozen exhibitors and sponsors. “Research shows that 60 percent of the electricity generated in this country is lost to inefficiencies, and the fact that smart grid technology is green and does not cost more, should help customers feel good about saving energy and the environment,” said Sarav Periasamy, President and CEO, PERI Software Solutions, Inc. "Smart Grid technology transforms the way utilities can deliver power to customers.”
Smart Grid and Smart Metering introduce access control, network and application security concerns at and beyond the meter. PERI will be discussing how to prepare a security policy, understand and prevent network security issues and respond to incidents. Attendees will also hear PERI talk about the role based access control of data, devices, networks and applications, along with audits and reinforcements.
The two-day Smart Grid technology conference, sponsored by San Diego Gas and Electric Company, will also feature industry leaders fromAustin Energy, TVA, Google, Seattle City Light, Southern California Edison, Better Place, Sempra, EPRI, and Verizon Wirelessto name a few. Other subjects expected to be discuss include future of smart grid cleantech industry, which is estimated to hit $11.8 billion by the end of 2015. The conference will also feature “the pros and cons of in-home wireless standards such as open source and ZigBee, to see which home area networks will allow efficient home automation. The two day event will also outline topics such as “how to manage in-home data from multiple sources such as consumer devices, electric vehicles and smart meters to streamline operations.” And attendees will get the low down on the latest open platform based utility-technology partnerships to hear who they need to connect with for future gains.
PERI offers a solution that consists of smart electric meters that are capable of collecting fine grained household electrical usage data and transmitting it over secure communications protocols like mobile phones using general packet radio service (GPRS)
or WIFI Mesh.
“The data collected is integrated into a smart grid enterprise information system,” explained Periasamy. “The application supports data collection, analytics, system planning, engineering, operations, energy management, asset management, and value-added customer services. Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) Smart Meter and Demand Response form the core enabling technologies for the smart grid.
Beyond automated meter reading for billing purposes, the smart gridserves as information gateways to customers. It offers improved revenue management and proactive customer communications about energy efficiency. Through dynamic rate price programs and Home Area Network applications and devices the smart grid also enables customers to manager the user of energy in their home in near real time.
For more about their products and services visit: www.perisoftware.com. For more about the smart grid tech conference and agenda visit:
PERI Software to participate in a 21st Century “Smart Grid Technology Conference and Expo” in San Diego
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"Smart Grid technology transforms the way utilities can deliver power to customers, it is the wave of the future,” said President and CEO Sarav Periasamy, PERI Software Solutions Inc
Newark, NJ/San Diego, CA –PERI Software Solutions Inc.,a smart grid technology leader, plans to exhibit and participate inthe 2010 Smart Grid Technology Conference & Expo, hosted by San Diego Gas & Electric, June 2nd & 3rd, San Diego, CA. The event touts to be a powerful utility led tech conference that will outline ways to step up smart grid technologies. PERI will be amongst a dozen exhibitors and plans to display its latest smart grid technology.
“We need to educate and engage consumers in the transformation of smart grid technologies,” said President and CEO Sarav Periasamy. PERI Software Solutions, Inc. “Research shows that 60 percent of the electricity generated in this country is lost to inefficiencies, and the fact that smart grid technology is green and does not cost more, customers will feel good about saving energy and the environment.”
PERI offers a solution that consists of smart electric meters that are capable of collecting fine grained household electrical usage data and transmitting it over secure communications protocols like mobile phones using general packet radio service (GPRS) or WIFI Mesh.
“The data collected is integrated into a smart grid enterprise information system,” explained Periasamy. “The application supports data collection, analytics, system planning, engineering, operations, energy management, asset management, and value-added customer services. Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) Smart Meter and Demand Response form the core enabling technologies for the smart grid.
Beyond automated meter reading for billing purposes, the smart meters gridserves as information gateways to customers. It offers improved revenue management and proactive customer communications about energy efficiency. Through dynamic rate price programs and Home Area Network applications and devices the smart grid also enables customers to manager the user of energy in their home in near real time.
PERI's most recent move was opening its Los Angeles office earlier this year, which Periasamy has described as a way to step into the region's technology services market. PERI has developed 14 products and scored with customers such as Toyota and Blue Cross Blue Shield. Its hardware products have flourished in India in the desktop PC and wireless devices markets. On the intelligent hardware/embedded software front, PERI has developed iSystem, a product that integrates voice, video and data into one communication system.
Periasamy recently told IndUS Business Journal’s (http://tiny.cc/ww3kc) writer Martin Desmarais, "My goal as CEO of the company is to make sure we grow in all phases so that one (technology) supports the other. Basically, it is complementary phases. We are one of the only small diversity solutions providers in the smart grid area and since we started early we should have some advantage,” he said.
“California is really one of the first states to move hard on the smart grid technology for utilities and many other states are watching California to see how things develop before following suit,” noted Periasamy. He also sees a massive market for smart grids in developing countries, like India, that are struggling with their utility infrastructure. The efficiency and speed of the smart grid system helps in reducing the waste or misusage of power. PERI has been developing its own smart grid technology for the last two years.
In a 3,000 meter pilot program for a utility company, PERI provided solutions for using outdoor wireless mesh and GPRS for implementing smart grid solutions. PERI had to overcome the challenges of deploying wide-area wireless broadband IP networks on a large scale, making wide-area broadband coverage possible. PERI provided a solution that is scalable, reliable, performance bound and secured that the customer needed. The backend application is an enterprise-wide geographic information system (GIS) supported by a business intelligence application.
The two-day smart grid technology conference will also feature industry leaders fromAustin Energy, TVA, Google, Seattle City Light, Southern California Edison, Better Place, Sempra, EPRI, and Verizon Wirelessto name a few.
PERI Software Solutions Inc. is one of the nation’s fastest growing Asian-owned, global business solutions company based in Newark, NJ with offices in San Jose, Los Angeles and Chennai, India. Founded in 1999, PERI is a global business solutions company, which has grown to more than 700 plus employees and delivers high value-cost effective technology based business solutions. The technology product and services company has earned more than $50 million in revenue since being started in 1999. The company has four main product lines: software, hardware, intelligent hardware/embedded software and software services. For more info visit: www.PERIsoftware.com.
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Heart “Stringz” tugged at the American Heart Association’s Power of Legacy Soiree
HOUSTON–Nuttin’ But Stringz’ international urban rock violin duo DamienandTourie Escobarbrought music lovers to their their feet Friday night(April 26, 2010) at the Hobby Center’s Zilkha Hall. The Emmy award-winning brother’s unique fusion of rock urban hip hop and classical music touched the hearts of nearly 300 people, who gathered in support of theAmerican Heart Association’s Power To End Strokemovement, an initiative that empowers people to reduce their risk for stroke and educates communities on the importance of prevention. In between electrifying sets, the brothers shared their rise from the rough and dangerous streets of Jamaica Queens, NY, as well as their close connection to heart disease. The pair’s mother, aunt and grandparents have all suffered from various forms of heart disease and stroke, while Damien Escobar himself has a murmur that is checked regularly.
One hundred percent of the funds raised for thePower of Legacy Soiree, chaired byMerele Yarborough,will directly impact the health initiatives of the African-American community in Houston and increase awareness about the risks, signs and symptoms of stroke, the nation’s number three killer, which impacts African-Americans more than any other ethnic group.
Honorees that evening included:Ralph HolmesofAetna,Kirk FranklinandJudyandWayne McConnell, who were recognized for their support of thePower to End Stroke campaign since its inception four years ago. Each of the honorees encouraged the audience to lead by example, and to make a pledge to incorporate simple lifestyle changes into their daily lives, which could significantly reduce the risk of stroke. , “
200-Damien and Brother Tourie (glasses) Nuttin' But Stringz at Houston concert(Dmoreland PHotography)
About Nuttin’ But Stringz Teenage brothers, Tourie Escobar and Damien Escobar, who grew up in Queens, NY are a true phenomenon of our musical age. Together, the Escobar brothers are Nuttin But Stringz (NBS). NBS combines the classical sound of the violin with Pop, R&B and Hip-hop. The result is a unique and uplifting fury of modern emotion and harmony, intensity and rhythm. Younger brother Damien says, “We play our violins so hard and with such force that we destroy a bow a show!”The older brother describes their urban rock compositions this way,“Our music is based on emotion not lyrics. We tell stories and the violin is our voice.” At age 10 both were the youngest to attend the legendaryJulliard School of Musicin New York City where they were able to hone their craft and find their place. Their mission is to bridge the gap between Popular and Classical music. Nuttin’ But Stringz debut CD and most recent composition, Struggle from the Subway to the Charts by KOCH Entertainment and NBS Entertainment Inc features their first single “Thunder,” showcasing their raw talent and digs into the soul. Other tracks include “Broken Sorry” and “Dance with my Father.”For more information about NBS visit: www.Nuttinbutstringz.comand their blog @ http://nuttinbutstringz.wordpress.com.
The evening’s Mistress of Ceremonies wasDeborah Duncanof KHOU Channel 11′s Great Day Houston.Others in the crowd included:AnitaandGerald Smith,Larry Payne,Cheryl Solomon,ErickaandJeff Bagwell,DebbieandRudyFestari,AudreyandWardellGilbreath,BeverlyandJim Postl,PamandNeil Tofsky, Charles Flournoy, PamandMichaelStinsonandDrs. CrystalandRandall Wright.
About the American Stroke Association
The goal of the American Stroke Association, a division of the American Heart Association, is to reduce disability and death from stroke through research, education and advocacy. In its 2006–07 fiscal year, the association invested more than $152 million to fight stroke. To learn more, call 1-888-4STROKE or visitstrokeassociation.org.The Power To End Strokecampaign is supported nationally by the Bristol-Myers Squibb/Sanofi Pharmaceuticals Partnership.
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For more about the American Heart Assn. contact:
Tiffany Travis, Comm. Dir.
American Heart Association
South Central Affiliate
Houston wakes up to the powerful music of Nuttin' But Stringz
KHOU-TV "Great Day" morning show
" We get a lot of requests to perform for charity, but events that benefit heart disease and stroke research are dear to our heart," said Tourie and Damien Escobar, Nuttin’ But Stringz, who will perform in a concert tonight at an American Heart Association benefit in Houston at The Hobby Center for Performing Arts in Zilkha Hall.
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Platinum Selling Urban Rock Violin Duo Nuttin’ But Stringz Brings Nuttin’ But Music and Hope to American Heart Association (AHA)
Houston, TX. April 23, 2010 — “Nuttin’ But Stringz,” an international urban rock violin duo sensation, who rocked the airwaves on ABC’s Dancing with the Stars is scheduled to appear in Houston for the American Heart Assn. tonight (Friday,April 23, 2010). The fundraising event will be held at The Hobby Center for Performing Arts in Zilkha Hall.
" We get a lot of requests for perform for chairty, but heart disease and stroke research charity events a are dear to our heart," said Tourie and Damien Escobar, Nuttin’ But Stringz
Last Tuesday, April 13, 2010, Nuttin’ But Stringz made history performing live on Dancing with the Stars, Television’s most watch show (22-25 million).
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nu-YI5LNcFw&feature=player_embedded
Nuttin’ But Stringz, two of the most talked about brothers in the music industry, Damien and Tourie Escobar, Queens, NY were finalists on the NBC show, Americas Got Talent
(http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E1MlE_Mo0Jw&feature=related).
Also tonight, but recorded earlier, Nuttin' But Stringz will be featured on the popular MTV Unplugged.
Since its 2006 inception, the American Heart Association’s Power To End Stroke initiative has been forging ahead to empower people through education and awareness about their risk for stroke and their choices for prevention. Stroke is the number three killer in America and the leading cause of disability. In fact, according to the AHA, nearly 2,600 Americans die of cardiovascular disease daily, or one every 33 seconds.
Funds raised through the Power of Legacy event directly impact research, education and outreach in Houston. The 2010 Power of Legacy Chair is Merele Yarborough. Honorees for the evening are Aetna, Kirk Franklin and Judy and Wayne McConnell. For tickets, contact the American Heart Association at 713-610-5010 or visit www.poweroflegacy.blogspot.com.
Damien Escobar, Nuttin' But Stringz
About the American Stroke Association
The goal of the American Stroke Association, a division of the American Heart Association, is to reduce disability and death from stroke through research, education and advocacy. In its 2006–07 fiscal year, the association invested more than $152 million to fight stroke. To learn more, call 1-888-4STROKE or visit: strokeassociation.org
BELOW:
(L-R Damien Escobar, Niecy Nash, Tourie Escobar
Louis Van Amstel at ABC's Dancing with the Stars
Teenage brothers, Tourie Escobar and Damien Escobar grew up in Queens, NY. Together, the Escobar brothers are Nuttin’ But Stringz (NBS). They combine the classical sound of the violin with urban rock, Pop, R&B and Hip-hop. At age 10 both were the youngest to attend the legendary Juilliard School of Music in New York City where they were able to hone their craft and find their place. Their mission is to bridge the gap between Popular and Classical music. Nuttin’ But Stringz debut CD and most recent composition, Struggle from the Subway to the Charts.”
After etching a spot in the top three finalists on NBC’s America’s Got Talent exposing the group to 750 million viewers worldwide, and opened the doors for a multitude of music offers and contracts. Most recently Nuttin’ But Stringz broke history performing as the first instrumental musical act on ABC’s Dancing with the Stars show (April 13, 2010), reaching an audience from 22-25 million viewers in U.S. Other opportunities include Paris (A French version of AGT) to MTV Unplugged. Both Tourie and Damien agree that, “We are to the violin what Michael Jordan was to basketball.”
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