Tuesday, December 12, 2017

About Cycle for Survival


Timothy (Tim) Maleck serves as a financial associate in New York City. In addition to his work in the investment sector, Timothy Maleck participates in fundraising events for cancer research such as Relay for Life and Cycle for Survival. 

A fundraising initiative sponsored by Memorial Sloan Kettering (MSK) Cancer Center, Cycle for Survival raises money for vital research into new treatments for rare cancers, such as brain, ovarian, and pancreatic. These types of cancer don’t often see the same research dollars invested into finding new treatments as do other, more common types of cancer. That’s why MSK launched Cycle for Survival, which directs 100 percent of all money raised through cycling fundraiser events toward research into how these diseases work and what treatments can be used to fight them. 

To find out more about the fundraiser and MSK’s work to beat rare cancers, visit CycleforSurvival.org/what-you-fund.

Wednesday, November 29, 2017

Travel Safety Tip - Skip the Money Belt


Timothy (Tim) Maleck serves as a financial associate for a large New York City-based asset management firm, where he provides financial analysis for team members and financial performance reports for investors. Outside of work, Tim Maleck likes to travel. 

Regardless of how safe a travel destination is generally, all travelers should be wary of pickpockets. One proposed solution is a money belt, a belt you wear under your clothes that you can use to store cash, cards, and other valuables. While the idea sounds convenient, the money belt might not be your smartest option - here’s why. 

The purpose of a money belt is to hide your valuables while still giving you access when needed, but when it comes time to pay for something, you have to fiddle with your clothing and likely lift your shirt to access the necessary items. Simply accessing your cash or plastic ruins any discretion your money belt provided and alerts any nearby pickpockets to the location of your valuables, which you have unfortunately stored all in one place. 

Instead, consider dividing your valuables and distributing them among multiple locations. Leave the majority of your cards and cash in your hotel safe, if available, only taking what you will need each day. Divide the funds you do take into different pockets. This helps to ensure that, should a pickpocket target you, he or she will only get a small portion of the money you're carrying.

Tuesday, November 7, 2017

Types of Rugby Boot by Position


A financial industry professional in New York City, Timothy “Tim” Maleck is also an accomplished athlete. While working toward his master of science in accounting at the State University of New York at Buffalo, Timothy Maleck competed as part of the school's nationally-ranked rugby team.

When choosing rugby boots, a player's position is an important consideration. Those who play as “tight five” forwards, for example, spend much of their time on the field in close proximity to other players and are thus more likely to be stepped on. Sturdier boots provide more protection for these players, while footwear with strong grips help them to retain their footing as they push forward.

Forwards who play closer to the rear also require protection, but these players' boots tend to be lighter than those in the first or second row. This provides more power and stability as the players provide defense. Many loose forwards also look for lateral or torsion control to offer support during rapid direction changes.

Backs tend to also prefer lighter boots, which allow them to maintain higher levels of speed. Because these players often sacrifice stability for lighter weight, some manufacturers remove studs to reduce shoe weight. Other shoe makers are now responding by offering removable or molded studs to increase traction without adding bulk.

Shoes for kickers are also lighter, though they have a special configuration that includes a targeted kicking spot designed for distance and accuracy. Kicker shoes also provide strong grip so that the player can balance in the standing leg. They are also lighter than forwards' shoes, yet sturdier than those worn by the backs.

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.