Planet Emerald Announces Appointment of Executive Director

Los Angeles, CA, December 02, 2010 --(PR.com)-- Planet Emerald Foundation, a non-profit educational foundation announced the appointment of Tom vonNovak as its Executive Director and board member. “I am thrilled that Tom has accepted the position of Executive Director to guide and direct the organization forward,” stated Tagy Aboutorabian, founder and chairman of Planet Emerald. The dedication and passion of both our board of directors and advisors will facilitate the growth and effectiveness both here in the U.S. as well as internationally.

The Planet Emerald Foundation develops youth programs and facilities to raise consciousness and sensitivity as to the relationship between our ecosystem and daily lives. As our next leaders and citizens of a global community, Planet Emerald is focused on supplying our youth with the tools and structure for not only the exchange of information but also the hands-on interaction within their communities.

Tom vonNovak has over 25 years in executive management, developing and leading both non-profit and for-profit organizations. His career has produced extensive relationships and experience with global entities across multiple industries.

He has served as a member of U.S. Trade Missions to the United
Kingdom, Italy, and Germany; has been keynote speaker at the European
Business Council in Vienna, the U.S./European Entrepreneurship Conference in
Brussels and appeared as a panelist on French CNN Finance.

For more information contact Tom vonNovak:
moraga61@gmail.com
925-787-4554

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