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Old 06-06-2015, 05:19 PM   #1008 (permalink)
Grant-53
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I worked for a European based firm for six years and US based firms for short stints. There are two different forms of corporate culture. In Europe a manager who messes up big time is given a broom or a quick exit. Here one can get a golden parachute. Line workers are expendable unless the union plays tough.

If one wants to build a tricycle motorcycle here in Elmira area I know there are several firms that could supply parts. There are plenty of skilled workers from the aircraft industry. Getting certified engines from Briggs & Stratton or Polaris is a matter of convincing people of your credit. What is holding back Elio is not a conspiracy but a poor business plan.
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