Charity Watch: Spec Ops Warrior Fund

A while back I decided to research some causes to give back to, and the Spec Ops Warrior Foundation came up a few times from some very reputable sources.

I think their Mission Statement says it all.

“The Special Operations Warrior Foundation provides full scholarship grants and educational and family counseling to the surviving children of special operations personnel who die in operational or training missions and immediate financial assistance to severely wounded special operations personnel and their families.”

These guys run a class act and provide a vital service for those in the SF community who need it.

For more information click:  Special Operations Warrior Foundation.

Bodyguard Training Calendar

Minneapolis, MN September 8-12th 2010 – Icon Services Corporation present a five-day course of practical theory and hands-on training in the world of Celebrity & VIP Protection. If you are new to the bodyguard industry or a current operator looking to refresh and polish your skills, this course will offer excellent instruction into the professional side of Close Protection work. Taught by industry veteran Elijah Shaw, who in addition to his corporate clients, has traveled the world as the personal bodyguard of international public figures such as musical giant Usher, supermodel Naomi Campbell, and rap megastar 50 Cent, the course will offer real world problems, scenarios, and solutions from instructors that are currently active in the industry.

“Your training is an invaluable tool to your industry. I was very impressed how realistic the training was that you provide. Having been taught by the best, I can honestly state that I learned quite a bit in your class. There is always room for improving ones skill set, and your training definitely added to mine”.

Special Agent Robert E. Jones / US Secret Service

For more information click HERE

Referral Season

Like most corporations, ICON goes after new business in a variety of ways, however during our 12 years of existence, our biggest impact has always come from word of mouth.  A dedicated program that compensates for referrals is our way of saying thank you for continuing to mention our product & services.  Simply put, send a lead that turns into solid business and we will issue a predetermined commission on the referral. 

 And while everyone might not have the inside scoop on the next American Idol, keep in mind that a variety of people and businesses use our agencies services for:

•  Executive & VIP Protection
• Investigations & Background Checks
• Training Courses
• Products like the ICON Apparel and Paper Target  lines.

 Sounds like a win all the way across the board!

 For more information on the referral program, click HERE.

Fighting Autism

Join Joey on his 2nd Annual Ride

The 2nd Annual ‘JOEY’S RIDE’ to support the Autism Society of Minnesota

A day of Motorcycle’s, Live Bands, Cold Beer, Good Food, Good Friends and Good Times. Everyone is Welcome! (and don’t worry, you don’t have to ride a bike to come out.)Last years event was a huge success. Join us again this year. Featuring an extended ride, live bands, taco bar, raffles, drink specials.

The Center for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that autism occurs in as many as 1 in 150 individuals in the United States.  Autism is four times more prevalent in boys than girls and knows no racial, ethnic, or social boundaries.  Supporting events like this helps enhance the lives of those living with the disorder.

When:

Saturday, May 1^st 2010

Where:

Tavern on the Ave. aka “Spanky’s” located at 825 Jefferson Ave. in St. Paul, Minnesota.

Time:

Motorcycle Ride

11:00am (10am Check-in)

Bands

4:00pm – 8:00pm

Cost:

$15 Admission

Kids 5 and under are free

* 100% of the proceeds go to the Autism Society of Minnesota

For more information visit: http://www.evilroadspiritsridingclub.com/

For more information on the Autism Society of Minnesota (AUSM) visit: http://www.ausm.org/

~I’ll be there.  Sometimes helping people doesn’t require a badge.