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Married

Married

Thanks for all the people asking about the wedding!   It was a fantastic day and I’m very happy to be married to Kirsten.

We are still working through all the pictures from the wedding but will be sure to post them soon on the website http://wedding.kotsialos.com

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Working with Allen & Unwin for Murdoch Books

Working with Allen & Unwin for Murdoch Books

I’m excited to be working with the team at Allen and Unwin on the sale, relocation and integration of Murdoch Books.

I will be working closely with all areas of the business, to assist in the migration and establishment of the required systems, processes and technology. This will enable the continued publishing success of Murdoch Books.

It’s...

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The beginning of an exciting chapter…

The beginning of an exciting chapter…

On 20 August I start a new chapter and return to my beginnings as a consultant and entrepreneur.  The life of a full-time employee in the corporate world for the past 12 years has been a great one.  It’s been a privilege to work for some great media business units such as HarperCollins, News Digital...

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Meet-up Tuesday 17 July

Meet-up Tuesday 17 July


The second Tuesday night catch-up happened at SubSolo on Tuesday.  It was a great success with about 30 people coming along.  Many thanks to Richard and his team at Subsolo for creating a great atmosphere.

The idea of the catch-up is to get a bunch of people together on what would normally be a boring...

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Yes I’m engaged

Yes I’m engaged

Kirsten and I are now engaged to be married.

We are still working on when and where but we hope it to be sometime soon.

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Meet-up Tuesday 8 May

Meet-up Tuesday 8 May

Hi.  We spend the majority of our time Monday to Thursday either at work or home and not out enjoying it.

In an effort to try and create some variety I am trying to organsie a meet-up for Tuesday 8 May.  It will be at the Art House Hotel, 275 Pitt Street, Sydney CBD.

Its open to...

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6 Pillars of Social Commerce

6 Pillars of Social Commerce

“The value of social media comes down to people, relationships, and the meaningful actions between them”

I came across this interesting article that talks about the Pillars of Social Commerce.  I think essential reading for those looking to understand that social media is more than a marketing billboard.

http://www.briansolis.com/2012/04/the-6-pillars-of-social-commerce-understanding-the-psychology-of-engagement/

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Update on what I am doing at News Limited

Update on what I am doing at News Limited

I have been at News Limited since June 2011 and thought it was appropriate to give an update on what I have been up-to.

I am now in the role of Digital Technology Delivery General Manager.  The role’s primary responsibility is to look after the technology road map, project delivery and live site support for our...

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Do we have G.S.T. or not?

Do we have G.S.T. or not?

Do we have g.s.t. or not?!

Having listened over the last few days I am amazed at the public reaction to the question of charging g.s.t. or not on internet sales.  It seems that many are merging three very different arguments into one and I think the outcome is going to be one that does not...

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New Position Announcement

New Position Announcement

After 15 years working in Book Publishing and 6 years at HarperCollins I can now announce that I will be leaving the industry to work for NDM (News Digital Media) as a Technology Manager. My time in publishing has been a great one especially through the significant changes in distribution, information management and now digital...

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