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Christy Novembre, St. Clement - In a 39-10 victory over North Cambridge Catholic, the center posted her 1,000th career point during her 25-point effort. She is the first girl in school history to reach this milestone as a junior.

Researchers have used brain scans to communicate with individuals in total vegetative states. Scientists at the University of Cambridge asked "yes" or "no" questions of the patients which they answered by imaging one of two different activities: playing tennis, or just moving around their house. Depending on what they were thinking, different regions of their brains lit up. From New Scientist:

"I think we can be pretty confident that he is entirely conscious," says Owen. "He has to understand instructions, comprehend speech, remember what tennis is and how you do it. So many of his cognitive faculties have to have been intact."

That someone can be capable of all this while appearing completely unaware confounds existing medical definitions of consciousness, Laureys says. "We don't know what to call this; he just doesn't fit a definition."

Doctors traditionally base these diagnoses on how someone behaves: if for example, whether or not they can glance in different directions in response to questions. The new results show that you don't need behavioural indications to identify awareness and even a degree of cognitive proficiency. All you need to do is tap into brain activity directly.

The work "changes everything", says Nicholas Schiff, a neurologist at Weill Cornell Medical College in New York, who is carrying out similar work on patients with consciousness disorders. "Knowing that someone could persist in a state like this and not show evidence of the fact that they can answer yes/no questions should be extremely disturbing to our clinical practice."

One of the most difficult questions you might want to ask someone is whether they want to carry on living. But as Owen and Laureys point out, the scientific, legal and ethical challenges for doctors asking such questions are formidable. "In purely practical terms, yes, it is possible," says Owen. "But it is a bigger step than one might immediately think."

"Giving the 'unconscious' a voice"

About the Company

Coda Resources, Ltd. (www.codaresources.com) is a 63 year old diversified company with three distinct business units. The first is a custom contract manufacturer and outsourcing company that provides overseas production and sourcing solutions to forward-thinking businesses. The second is Cambridge Resources (www.cambridgeresources.com), a manufacturer and distributor of niche industrial products and supplies. The third is a manufacturer and provider of retail supplies and services.

Coda services a global clientele of industrial, retail, and consumer product companies, from the Fortune 50 to small and mid-sized privately held organizations. Coda owns and operates a fully-enclosed manufacturing complex in China, and supports its sourcing and manufacturing activities with multiple offices in the U.S. and China. In China, Coda employs more than 1200 people. Coda is based in Brooklyn, NY, where it employs approximately 40 people.


Job Description: Product Management Associate

SUMMARY

We seek an intelligent, responsible, self-starter with excellent research, analytical, communication (written and verbal), and project management skills to join our team as we continue to expand into new markets, product lines, and geographies. The ideal candidate will quickly develop an understanding of one of Coda’s existing or emerging product lines, markets, and competition, and play a major role in the successful development and execution of a sales and marketing plan.

The Product Management Associate will work directly for a Business Unit Manager and assist in coordinating and overseeing the product development, packaging, sourcing, marketing, sales, and promotional activities for that Business Unit’s product line. This position will work closely with top management to develop, implement, and execute the strategies, tools, and processes necessary to position the product line and achieve profitable growth and success.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. In-depth understanding of the particular product line, markets, customers, and competition.
2. Assist the Business Unit Manager in developing the business plan for the product line, and interact with various internal departments, including Product Development and Sourcing, Marketing, and Engineering to achieve the targeted objectives.

3. Oversee and execute the development of the sales and marketing plan.

4. Represent Coda in dealings with suppliers, customers, prospects, and at industry events.

5. Ensure that the Business Unit adheres to financial projections and budgets.

6. Provide written reports and presentations to management.

REQUIRED SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES

1. Energetic self starter strong work ethic.

2. Professional appearance and demeanor.

3. Excellent analytic skills.

4. Excellent research skills.

5. Excellent oral and written communication skills.

6. Comfort with numbers, budgets, and spreadsheets.

7. Extremely organized and efficient, with extraordinary attention to detail.

8. An innate sense of urgency and accuracy.

9. Ability to meet deadlines.

10. Problem-solving skills.

11. Ability to manage multiple projects effectively and efficiently with minimal supervision.

12. Excellent people skills.

13. Excellent in-person presentation skills in boardroom, trade show, or conference environment.

14. Strong proficiency in MS Office.


REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

1. Bachelor's Degree

2. Business development background and skills a strong plus.

3. Prior marketing or communications experience a strong plus.


COMPENSATION

Annual salary of $40,000-$50,000, commensurate with skills and experience.
Individual and company performance-based bonus.
Participation in company medical benefits plan.

This is a position with significant growth opportunities, and is ideal for a team-oriented individual with talent, drive, intelligence, energy, and enthusiasm.

Important: If you believe you are a suitable candidate for this position, please email a cover letter and resume, including your salary history and professional references, to recruiting@codaresources.com .

DO NOT TELEPHONE – telephone inquiries for this position will be ignored.

Coda Resources Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer.

About the Company

Coda Resources, Ltd. (www.codaresources.com) is a 60 year old diversified company with three distinct business units. The first is a custom contract manufacturer and outsourcing company that provides overseas production and sourcing solutions to forward-thinking businesses. The second is Cambridge Resources (www.cambridgeresources.com), a manufacturer and distributor of niche industrial products and supplies. The third is a manufacturer and distributor of not-for-resale products to the retail industry.

Coda services a global clientele of industrial, retail, and consumer product companies, from the Fortune 50 to small and mid-sized privately held organizations. Coda owns and operates a fully-enclosed manufacturing complex in China, and supports its sourcing and manufacturing activities with multiple offices in the U.S. and China. In China, Coda employs more than 1200 people. Coda is based in Brooklyn, NY, where it employs approximately 40 people.


Job Description: Junior Marketing Associate


SUMMARY

We seek an intelligent, responsible, self-starter with excellent research, analytical, graphics, and communication skills (written and verbal) to join our team as we continue to expand into new markets, product lines, and geographies. The ideal candidate will quickly develop an understanding of the Company’s products, markets, and competition, and play a significant role in the successful execution of the Company’s marketing plan. This position will work with both Business Unit and senior management to develop and implement the strategies, tools, and processes necessary to position the Company for continued growth and success.

The Junior Marketing Associate will be expected to contribute and ultimately oversee many of the Company’s and its various business units’ promotional activities, including online marketing, literature, package design, trade shows, conferences, and certain elements of public relations. This position will be responsible for working with sales management in Coda’s various business units to develop and maintain a consistent presence and premium image in our target markets.


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Understand the Company’s product lines, markets, customers, and competition.

2. Assist in the development of and oversee the execution of the Company’s online marketing plan, including search engine maximization and pay-per-click programs.

3. Provide marketing support to the Company’s various business units in the form of literature production, trade show coordination and follow-up, and other promotional activities.

4. Assist management in the execution of public relations strategies.

5. Analyze the effectiveness of various marketing strategies.

6. Provide written reports and presentations to management explaining the findings.


REQUIRED SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES

1. Energetic and enthusiastic self starter with a strong work ethic.

2. Professional appearance and demeanor.

3. Excellent analytic skills.

4. Excellent research skills.

5. Excellent oral, written, and graphics communication skills.

6. Comfort with numbers, budgets, and spreadsheets.

7. Extremely organized and efficient, with extraordinary attention to detail.

8. An innate sense of urgency and accuracy.

9. Ability to meet deadlines.

10. Problem-solving skills.

11. Ability to manage multiple projects effectively and efficiently with minimal supervision.

12. Excellent people skills.

13. Excellent in-person presentation skills in boardroom, trade show, or conference environment.

14. Strong proficiency in MS Office. Graphic design and/or web design skills a plus.


REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

1. Bachelor's Degree

2. Marketing background and skills a strong plus.

3. Prior marketing or communications experience a strong plus.


COMPENSATION

Annual salary of $40,000
Individual and company performance-based bonus.
Participation in company’s 401K and medical benefits plan.

This is an outstanding growth opportunity for an enthusiastic and talented individual who seeks to join a growing company which prides itself on a team-oriented culture and enjoyable work atmosphere.

Important: If you believe you are a suitable candidate for this position, please email a cover letter and resume, including your salary history and professional references, to hr@codaresources.com . DO NOT TELEPHONE, as telephone responses will be ignored.

Coda Resources Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer.