Vermont Access Network (VAN): Vermont Businesses for Social Responsibility Conference 2012: Keynote Address

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Don Mayer founded Small Dog Electronics in 1994 with the goal of becoming a premier Apple Specialist, selling Apple Computers and products via the internet, with a vision of building a sustainable business upon socially responsible business practices. Today he serves as Chief Executive Officer for Small Dog Electronics, Inc., an organization that has grown to near 65 employees and three (soon to be four) retail stores, while continuing to build a strong web presence in sales of Apple Products and associated electronics. Don developed a keen understanding of business development and leading socially responsible business as the Founder and President of North Wind Power Company / Northern Power Systems from 1974 through 1988, and gained a solid foundation for developing sales strategy and remote customer relationships as the President and Founder of River Computer and Maya Computer Company between 1989 and 1992. Don has served as a Member of the Apple Computer Reseller Advisory Board since 2002. Don served as Chair of Vermont Businesses for Social Responsibility for over six years and currently serves as Chair of the Public Policy Committee within Vermont Businesses for Social Responsibility. He also served as Director for Vermont Health Care For All. Don graduated from Goddard College with a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1975 and served as a Member of the Board of Trustees for the college from 2006 through 2008. His vision, passion and energy results in an unwavering commitment to Small Dog Electronics’ triple bottom line: People, Planet, and Profit.