Dr. Steven A. Vladem Inducted into Cambridge Who's Who

    CHICAGO, IL, September 2, 2010 /24-7PressRelease/ --Dr. Steven A. Vladem, Motivational Speaker for the Professional Speakers Bureau International, Author and Executive Producer, has been recognized by Cambridge Who's Who for demonstrating dedication, leadership and excellence in mathematics, computer science, motivational speech and film production.

Having an extremely high IQ and an unbelievably great memory (he was a finalist in the national Memory Competition), Dr. Steven A. Vladem excelled in his academic studies. He received a Master's Degree in Mathematics and a Master's Degree in Educational Administration and Supervision, a Ph.D. in Computer Science, and a D.Sc. in Applied Educational Research. He was recognized internationally for his innovative work in alternative nontraditional education and computer assisted instruction. He received the John W. Rogers "Educator of the Year" Award in 1990 from Junior Achievement for linking the schools with the business community. He received the Albert Einstein Medal and the Ambassador of Knowledge Award at Cambridge University. He was invited to speak at the International Congress on Arts and Communication. He received awards for his poetry and artwork and was given the DaVinci Diamond Award for being an innovator and a renaissance man.

At the height of his success, Dr. Vladem received a grim medical diagnosis. Encountering the threat of impending blindness, he became a two-time cornea transplant recipient. He experienced numerous transplant rejection episodes, six additional eye surgeries and the greatest physical pain known to man. Despite severe medical setbacks and against insurmountable odds, Dr. Vladem overcame additional life-threatening medical problems to triumph over adversity.

Dr. Vladem has been recognized for his work in promoting global transplant awareness. He was also honored for his work in setting up transplant centers all over the world, resulting in the saving of countless lives. Dr. Vladem promoted transplant awareness at an international conference at the medical school in Madrid, Spain. He received the Science and Peace Medal from the Albert Schweitzer Institute. He received awards from a large number of prestigious organizations for his work in transplant awareness, including London Diplomatic Academy and the International World Order of Science Education and Culture. Dr. Vladem was a member of the Board of Governors of the International Platform Association, a prestigious organization founded by Daniel Webster in 1831.

A motivational speaker affiliated with Professional Speakers Bureau International (www.terrificspeakers.com) , Dr. Vladem served as a role model and inspired many physically challenged individuals. He showed a great deal of courage in rising above adversity to help others.

A member of the Leadership Council for the Teaching Tolerance Program for the Southern Poverty Law Center from 2003 to 2012, Dr. Vladem was a contributor for their documentary films "Viva La Causa"
and "Bullied." Dr. Vladem was a strong advocate to prevent intolerance and discrimination against handicapped individuals.

Recognizing the benefits of herbs and nutrients to increase brain power and heighten mental clarity, improve eyesight, prevent disease, and bolster the immune system to prevent transplant rejection, Dr. Vladem began a business venture to promote health and wellness. Dr. Vladem worked with Zija International to promote the benefits of the moringa oleifera plant, which provides more vitamin A than carrots, more vitamin C than oranges, more potassium than bananas, more calcium than milk, and more protein than yogurt.

Dr. Vladem's life story is included in the best-selling book Inspiring Hope: Stories of Hopeful Living for More Success by Thom Lisk (head of Professional Speakers Bureau International and published by Morgan James). The book includes stories from a Pulitzer prize winner and many accomplished individuals from all over the United States. The book has been translated into nearly thirty languages and has received worldwide distribution. A portion of the sales of the book Inspiring Hope are going to the Legacy of Hope Society and Habitat for Humanity. This has led to opportunities for Dr. Vladem's story to be told in books, movies and musical plays. Dr. Vladem received a large number of prestigious awards from a wide variety of organizations and he has received many knighthoods for his service to mankind. Dr. Vladem was planning a 501(c)(3) "House of Life" foundation to set up transplant centers all over the world and promote transplant awareness, and a 501(c)(3) foundation to provide college scholarships for handicapped and disabled students and for students who experienced transplantation or are in need of a transplant.

About Cambridge Who's Who
With over 400,000 members representing every major industry, Cambridge Who's Who is a powerful networking resource that enables professionals to outshine their competition, in part through effective branding and marketing. Cambridge Who's Who employs similar public relations techniques to those utilized by Fortune 500 companies and makes them cost-effective for members who seek to take advantage of its career enhancement and business advancement services. Cambridge is pleased to welcome its new Executive Director of Global Branding and Networking, Donald Trump Jr., who is eager to share his extensive experience in this arena with members.

Cambridge Who's Who membership provides individuals with a valuable third party endorsement of their accomplishments and gives them the tools needed to brand themselves and their businesses effectively. In addition to publishing biographies in print and electronic form, it offers an online networking platform where members can establish new professional relationships.

Headquartered in Long Island's premier office building, RXR Plaza, the Cambridge Who's Who staff spans more than 10 departments and comprises a team of nearly 200 highly skilled and dedicated employees. Together they work to provide members with the recognition and exposure needed to further their careers, expand their businesses and network effectively in an economy where referrals are more important than ever.

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