In our last newsletter, we wrote about how the UNISON team traveled 226,822 miles, equal to circumnavigating the globe more than eight times!   Our next move was just around the corner – less than a quarter of a mile, to be exact, to the location of our new world headquarters. We want to thank our clients because it’s due to you and your continued support of UNISON that we’ve had to move to this larger space where the UNISON team will design and develop innovative solutions for your needs -- from promoting buy-in, to networking, to developing or refreshing strategy, to training and certification, to gaining commitment from participants. If you’re in the neighborhood, stop in to visit us.  You’re more than welcome!   The UNISON team grows again with Michael Maturo, Sales Operations. With his B.A. in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, and a minor in Business from the University of Southern California. Mike spent time in educational sales with Apple Computer, information consulting with Microsoft, and network engineering in New York City.  His core strengths are	Infusing Collaborative Technology into your Meeting Event to Drive Outcomes   UNISON® and the Current Economic Environment   UNISON® and Social Networking Media: A Powerful Combination   UNISON® on the Move   Introducing Mike Maturo   PeaceXPiece   In our next issue
	in melding business needs with IT infrastructure and bringing a fresh perspective to product line growth. Mike's most prestigious role -- before UNISON, of course -- was revitalizing and coordinating a Western education program for over a year at Putian University in China.  By better integrating freely available technologies and online case studies, and by working with professors and administrators, he changed the computer science and business curriculum to increase the program's retention rate and efficacy. Back in New York, Mike published a local newsletter, "The Tappan Times," and founded the Sparkill Civic Association.  He remains dedicated to connecting people and businesses to drive value, encouraging "green companies" like UNISON, and serving as a Town Councilman.
	In April, UNISON was a principal sponsor of PeaceXPiece, an all day festival of free music, movement and entertainment celebrating Earth Day and promoting the green movement in the United States. Held in New York City’s world famous Central Park, PeaceXPiece was the first fully solar-powered event in the Park. The event featured nationally known musicians, government officials, and speakers from private industry who are practitioners of the principles of environmental sustainability. A mural comprised of 1,000 pieces and created with eco-friendly paint and materials by the event’s participants will be hand assembled for eventual display in New York’s museums in the summer. More than 1,000 Dawn Redwood tree seedlings were distributed as part of the organization’s mission to promote green peace, piece by piece. UNISON is very proud to have been a sponsor of this important event. We continue to promote the “green conscience” of every citizen of the planet as well as practice the sustainability principles in our events and our own lives.