Thomas Spetter has spent two decades working in the pharmaceutical sector, having held positions both at Abbott Laboratories and Bristol-Myers Squibb. When not working, Tom Spetter regularly watches NFL football and follows the Seattle Seahawks. In a recent interview with ESPN radio, Seahawks cornerback Richard Sherman said that he would push to reduce the national debt if he were ever to become president, and then said that he would work to put a stop to taxpayer funding of NFL stadiums. Sherman went on to say that the wealthy owners who draw revenue from the teams that play in those stadiums should bear the cost of building them. The outspoken Seattle all-pro defender alluded to a larger point. According to a report compiled in 2015, a massive 29 of 31 NFL stadiums have been subsidized in some manner by public funding over the past 20 years, with $7 billion of that figure going just to the construction of new stadium facilities. More specifically, however, CenturyLink Field had a total construction cost of $430 million. Public funds paid for $300 million of that total - nearly 70 percent. CenturlyLink Field is also home to Sherman and the Seattle Seahawks.
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Based in San Diego, Thomas Spetter, MBA, has held management positions in the public health divisions of several large companies. Thomas Spetter enjoys traveling and has journeyed all over the United States, including Hawaii. Hawaii is a popular draw for vacationers who want to relax and be surrounded by awe-inspiring beauty. Due to the islands’ temperate climate, tourists can comfortably visit in every season, though there are pros and cons to each. Spring offers nearly perfect weather, with lower rainfalls, and after mid-April prices drop as the peak of the tourist season comes to an end. The ocean temperature hovers in the upper 70s and the islands are ripe with fresh flowers and lush vegetation. Summer is the slowest time of the year for tourism in Hawaii. As a result, visitors will enjoy the lowest rates on cars and accommodations. However, airline prices do tend to increase in late June and throughout July. Fall brings more rainfall and a higher risk of tropical storms, with winds as high as 60 miles per hour. Finally, winter is considered the prime season, meaning prices will be higher than average. Temperatures are ideal, with highs typically around 78 degrees. Winter is also the best time to go whale watching. Thomas Spetter, former manager of public health of the Virology Division at Bristol-Myers Squibb, is a key account manager at another company. He has been working in the pharmaceutical industry for over two decades and has earned several awards over the years. An active member of his community, Thomas “Tom” Spetter has been involved with several organizations and participated in the Light the Night Walk for Leukemia in 2010. Hosted by the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS), the Light the Night Walk raises funds for blood cancer research. As with many other fundraising walks, participants can register as either an individual or as part of a team. Donations are made to each individual or team to help them meet their personal fundraising goal. Companies and local businesses can also sponsor walkers and teams to further support the cause and increase their own exposure in the community. On average, individual participants raise around $250 for the LLS. If a participant raises more than $1,000, they become a part of the Bright Lights Club. When it comes to raising donations, there are several avenues that participants can take. Online fundraising offers participants a quick way of asking friends, family, and other contacts to support the cause. A personal web page is automatically created when a walker registers, and participants can alter the site if they want and send the link to others. Matching gifts are also an option, specifically for participating teams. Most team donations are generated from the individual members, but corporate matching gifts can provide additional funds. An experienced executive in the healthcare sector, Thomas Spetter has held such roles as manager of public health for Bristol-Myers Squibb, neuroscience specialty account executive for Abbott Laboratories, and his current role of key account manager. In his free time, Thomas “Tom” Spetter enjoys traveling. He has visited such locations as Aruba. One of the Caribbean’s many islands, Aruba is widely recognized for its unique landscapes, beautiful beaches, and wreck-diving opportunities. The island has a huge variety of attractions to keep visitors busy and a few examples are included below: - Alta Vista Chapel: Also called the Pilgrims Church, the Alta Vista Chapel is located along the northern shore of the island. It was built in 1750 by a Spanish missionary and provides visitors with great views of the north shore from the hills above. - Boca Prins: A popular spot for picnicking, Boca Prins is located in Arikok National Park near the Blue Lagoon and Fontein Cave. The area is surrounded by large sand dunes and limestone cliffs, but it is too dangerous for swimming. - Rancho Daimari: Located on the site of an old coconut plantation on the northeast coast of Aruba, Rancho Daimari offers horseback adventures to such areas as the Natural Pool and Andicuri Beach. The terrain can be fairly steep, but all riding abilities are still welcomed. Thomas “Tom” Spetter has served as a manager of public health within the virology division at Bristol-Myers Squibb. Outside of his work, Thomas Spetter enjoys following Seattle Seahawks football. The Seattle Seahawks joined the National Football League (NFL) in 1976. The team went through seven seasons in the league before making its first postseason appearance in 1983, defeating the Denver Broncos in a wild-card game and upsetting the Miami Dolphins before losing to the Los Angeles Raiders 30-14. Seattle returned to the postseason in 1984, 1987, and 1988 before enduring a 10-year playoff drought. After losing a wild-card game to the Dolphins in 2000, the franchise missed out on postseason play three years in a row. Beginning in 2003, Seattle became a more consistent presence in the postseason. The team made five consecutive playoff runs between 2003 and 2007, including trip to the Super Bowl in 2005. Facing the Pittsburgh Steelers, Seattle scored first and trailed the Steelers by just four points midway through the fourth quarter, but ultimately fell 21-10. Seattle returned to the Super Bowl in 2012 to record one of the most lopsided victories in NFL history. Touted as a match up between defense and offense, the defensive-minded Seahawks scored 36 consecutive points before the Denver Broncos finally scored a touchdown to close the third quarter. It was Denver’s only score, and the Seahawks won the game 43-8. Seattle returned to the Super Bowl the following season but could not repeat, dropping a tight contest to the New England Patriots. A pharmaceutical sales professional with over two decades of experience, Thomas “Tom” Spetter has held positions with Abbot Laboratories and Bristol-Meyers Squibb. Outside of his professional activities, Thomas Spetter contributes to various charitable causes and supports his alma mater, the University of Washington, as a life member of the school’s alumni association. The University of Washington Alumni Association oversees a travel program that gives alumni the opportunity to see the world. Currently, the organization has several upcoming trips planned, including one to Cuba. Taking place September 22-30, 2016, the weeklong Cuban Discovery tour will take travelers to Havana, Trinidad, Santa Clara, and other Cuban cities. While in Havana, participants will have the opportunity to tour Old Havana and meet with a local historian who will discuss that area of the city. In addition to their activities in the country’s capital, travelers will explore the architecture of Cienfuegos and visit Cojimar, which Ernest Hemingway used as the setting for The Old man and the Sea. Additional details about the trip can be found at www.washington.edu/alumni. Thomas “Tom” Spetter has worked in pharmaceutical sales for over 20 years. In his free time, Thomas Spetter enjoys a range of activities, including skiing, traveling, and cheering on the San Diego Padres and the Seattle Mariners. In a recently released statement, the Seattle Mariners organization announced that the team has acquired Nick Vincent from the San Diego Padres. Vincent, a 29-year-old pitcher out of Long Beach State, was drafted by the Padres in the 18th round of the 2008 Major League Baseball Draft, then spent several years developing his skills in the Minors. The right-handed reliever made a total of 161 relief appearances for the Padres, including 26 last season, which he finished up with a 2.35 ERA. In Seattle, Vincent will fill a spot in the bullpen left by Evan Scribner, who was sidelined following an injury he suffered during spring training. Seattle acquired Vincent in exchange for a player to be named later. Before Thomas (Tom) Spetter started in his current position in the pharmaceutical industry, he had once worked as a manager of public health in the virology division of Bristol-Myers Squibb, taking responsibility for Bristol-Myers Squibb’s virology and neuroscience product lines. Outside of work, Thomas Spetter enjoys theater for entertainment, and names The Phantom of the Opera as his favorite opera. The Phantom of the Opera was first performed at Her Majesty’s Theatre in Haymarket, London, on October 9, 1986, and starred Michael Crawford as The Phantom and Sarah Brightman as Christine Daae. The musical, written and scored by renowned playwright Andrew Lloyd Webber, chronicles the story of a phantom that hides within the Paris Opera House and Daae, the actress who steals his heart. The play has now been performed for over 30 years, with over 12,000 performances overall. The original show received two Olivier Awards in 1986: the Outstanding Performance in a Musical award, for Michael Crawford’s performance as The Phantom, and the prestigious Musical of the Year award. The 1988 New York performance also received seven Tony awards. With a long history of work in the neuroscience field, Thomas “Tom” Spetter served as an account executive with both Bristol Myers Squibb and Abbott Laboratories. Now Tom functions as a Key Account Manager for Turing Pharmaceuticals with an area of responsibility around infectious disease product lines. Outside of work, Thomas Spetter enjoys staying in shape and has participated in the Honolulu Marathon and the Pacific Coast Triathlon. Running is one of the best ways to stay in shape, and long-distance running can be especially rewarding. One of the biggest hurdles is staying motivated for the long runs. Here are some tips: Prepare: First step, don’t think about how long the run will be. Instead, focus on getting ready for it by gathering your gear and putting on your shoes. Some runners benefit from getting ready the night before so their gear is all set to go. Focus on the halfway mark: Next, focus on making it halfway. This is especially effective if you’re running away from home, then back. Once you’ve made it halfway, you have no choice but to turn around and head home. Run with others: Some runners find it easier to run with a partner. Even if your partner only wants to run only a few miles, start or end your run with him or her, and do the rest alone. Since childhood, Thomas “Tom” Spetter has been active as an athlete. One event Thomas Spetter has competed in as an adult is the Honolulu Marathon.
The Honolulu Marathon is popular with runners from all over the world, especially Japan, who are drawn to the race for its spectacular scenery and the allure of its island location. The first presentation of the marathon was in 1973, and it has been held every December since then. In recent years, approximately 25,000 runners have completed the 26.2 mile race each December, and this makes it the largest marathon in the United States behind the Chicago Marathon. While the Honolulu marathon has a relatively flat course (there is only one major hill), it is not considered an especially fast race because the weather is usually hot when it is run. The fastest time ever run at the marathon was 2:11:12 by James Muindi, who set the record in 2004. Because the race has so many participants, it also attracts numerous friends and family members of the runners to Hawaii, and the marathon is a considerable economic boon for the islands. Affiliated events include an expo held the day before the race and a Luau and concert usually held the Friday before. The 2015 race is set for December 13. |
AuthorAn accomplished corporate manager with several years of experience in the health field, Thomas Spetter presently serves as manager of public health. Archives
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