Friday, October 20, 2017

Connor McDavid's MVP Season


The recipient of a master's degree in accounting from SUNY at Buffalo, Timothy "Tim" Maleck is a financial associate based in New York City. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Timothy Maleck enjoys a variety of athletic pursuits, including hockey. 

Arguably the world's best hockey player, Connor McDavid put himself into the conversation last season by winning the National Hockey League's (NHL) Hart Trophy, which is awarded annually to the league's most valuable player. The 20-year-old Edmonton Oilers center led the league in scoring with 100 points in 82 games and was the third-youngest player in league history to win the award. Additionally, he won the Ted Lindsay Award, which is given to the most outstanding player based on votes from his peers.

McDavid received 147 of a possible 167 first-place votes for the Hart Trophy and finished ahead Sidney Crosby and Sergei Bobrovsky, who had 14 and four first-place votes respectively. The third-year pro appears poised to potentially repeat as Hart Trophy winner in 2017-18; in the Oilers' first game of the season against the Calgary Flames, McDavid scored three goals for his second career hat trick.

Monday, October 2, 2017

Memorial Sloan Kettering Works to Improve Cancer Detection


Based in New York City, Timothy (Tim) Maleck maintains a well-established presence as a financial analyst. A member of the Delta Sigma Pi co-ed professional business fraternity, Timothy Maleck also participates in fundraising events for cancer such as Relay for Life and Cycle for Survival. 

Established a decade ago, Cycle for Survival has a unique focus on rare cancers and has raised more than $140 million toward more than 100 research projects and clinical trials undertaken by the Memorial Sloan Kettering (MSK) Cancer Center. An example of one of MSK’s current projects is the development of a mass spec workflow that will provide increased sensitivity beyond conventional measures. The focus is on the measurement of biological sample peptides at the zeptomolar-concentration level. 

Results thus far are promising and although the single-molecule detection level has not been reached, detection is within the “hundreds of molecules” range. The end result is that quantitative measurements of profile pathways within patient samples is becoming more accurate. In particular, it addresses those cancers for which only small patient samples exist and there are not good antibodies to detect.

Thursday, September 14, 2017

Cycling, a Morning or Evening Activity?


An Accounting graduate at the State University of New York in Buffalo, Timothy “Tim” Maleck works as a financial analyst. In his free time, Timothy Maleck enjoys riding bicycles in New York City. 

What’s the best time to ride a bike, morning or afternoon? The answer is, anytime! Clocking at least 30 minutes of cardiovascular activity every day is great for your body and your overall health. That said, if you want to operate at maximum efficiency then evening is the best time to ride a bike -- and if you’re looking to lose weight, morning best. 

A study conducted by PLoS One engaged cyclists in 1,000-meter trials at 8 a.m., and 6 p.m. Results revealed that glucose levels were 11 percent lower at 8 a.m., causing cyclists to average a 6.5-second slower finish. While lower glucose levels reduce performance, however, they increase fat loss. 

Another study, published in the British Journal of Nutrition, showed that working out before having breakfast burned 20 percent more fat and reduced hunger pangs during the day. This is because the body uses glucose at night to power nocturnal body processes, leaving it depleted of glycogen in the morning. At dawn, before breakfast, the body’s primary source of fuel, carbohydrates, are lacking, forcing it to turn to its secondary source: body fat.

Thursday, August 24, 2017

OperaNuts Receives Digital Marketing Tutoring through New York Cares


Timothy “Tim” Maleck is an accomplished accountant and investment professional who has served as a financial associate at a reputable Investment Manager in New York. Outside of the professional environment, Timothy Maleck is an active supporter of the charitable nonprofit New York Cares.

Specializing in linking willing volunteers with the individuals and organizations that need them, New York Cares works in fields that range from education to hunger prevention. OperaNuts and its founder/owner Rachel Roth, for example, have benefited greatly from New York Cares’ computer basics program.

A small boutique candied nut business, OperaNuts may have never gotten off the ground. While listening to the Metropolitan Opera on the radio, Ms. Roth had refined a delicious confection of almonds, chocolate, and sea salt. It was a great product, but she didn’t know how to launch it in a world of digital technology that had, frankly, left her behind. 

To aid with the OperaNuts launch, Ms. Roth enrolled in the one-on-one New York Cares tutoring at the New York Public Library’s 67th Street location. Even after five years of regular Thursday afternoon meetings, she continues to take advantage of this tutoring program to this day.

Over the years, New York Cares has helped Ms. Roth and OperaNuts develop an official company website, create effective MailChimp email campaigns, and craft compelling electronic newsletters. Looking at the New York Cares volunteers as friends as well as tutors, Ms. Roth has rewarded them with many tasty OperaNuts gifts.

Thursday, August 10, 2017

2018 Cycle for Survival Events in New York and across the Nation


Timothy (Tim) Maleck resides in NY and carries out a career in the Financial Services Industry. Alongside his work lifestyle, Timothy Maleck supports charitable organizations such as Cycle for Survival.

Founded to support those with rare cancers, Cycle for Survival gives 100 percent of the donations it receives to research efforts at the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. To raise funds, the organization hosts numerous indoor cycling events across the country every year.

Already, over 70 rides in 16 different cities have been scheduled to take place in 2018. In New York City, for example, Cycle for Survival will host a cycling event at Equinox Rockefeller Center February 9-11. The event will include five different ride times.

Anyone who wants to be involved in the New York event can become a team captain and form a team of four to eight cyclists, or they can choose to join an already-existing team. Teams share a stationary bike during the relay-style event, and must raise a minimum of $1,000.

Friday, July 21, 2017

New York Cares Inspires Volunteers through Lead Projects Program


Timothy “Tim” Maleck has been an enthusiast volunteer dating back to his Jesuit high school roots. Timothy Maleck supports various charities including New York Cares, through which he has participated in numerous programs. 

Created in 1987, New York Cares recognizes that there is a tremendous desire among New Yorkers to give back to their community, and it has designed programs to facilitate those ambitions. One of these is a program called Lead Projects, which allows qualified individuals to step up and increase their leadership skills through volunteering.

Team leaders can take the initiative to help thousands of New Yorkers in need and improve their community spaces. In doing so, they can fortify their resumes by developing management skills, or just give back to the city they cherish.

Becoming a team leader is a multi-step process that begins with taking part in at least three New York Cares projects. Once this is accomplished, a prospective team leader must attend an Introduction to Team Leading session. There, he or she will learn more about the team leader position and New York Cares’ Community Partnerships.

After a group interview, approved candidates will then receive training for the role of team leader. After training, the prospective team leaders will then choose their maiden project from among the organization’s projects in need of a leader.

Thursday, July 13, 2017

Relay for Life - A Nationwide Cancer Research Fundraising Event


Timothy “Tim” Maleck is a registered Certified Public Accountant in New York. Outside of work, Timothy Maleck participates in charitable events that raise funds for cancer research, such as the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life. 

Relay for Life supports individuals affected by cancer through a series of team fundraising events that occur throughout the country. During the race, team members make a full lap around the track before switching off with other teammates, in traditional relay fashion. The cycle continues for the full duration of the event, with one teammate on the track at all times, symbolizing cancer, which never stops or sleeps. Event lengths range between six hours and 24 hours. 

A Relay for Life event begins by recognizing cancer survivors, individuals battling cancer, and caregivers with a dedicatory lap. Survivors and participants with cancer take the first lap, and caregivers take the second. The team relay begins once these laps are complete. Teammates not on the track manage their own themed tents, where they offer games and activities and continue their fundraising efforts by collecting donations, food items, and other goods. Collected donations count toward their overall fundraising goal. 

The history for Relay for Life dates back to May 1985, when Dr. Gordon Klatt embarked on a mission to raise funds for the American Cancer Society through a 24-hour run/walk around a track at the University of Puget Sound. With assistance from supporters, friends, and family, he raised more than $27,000 in pledges. Dr. Klatt envisioned continuing the tradition in the years to come, with changes including team participation. Relay for Life was launched the following year with 19 participating teams.