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Former Apple retail employee Sam Sung is using his rather ironic name and job history to raise money for a Canadian charity (via Pocket-lint). Sung worked for Apple in Vancouver's Pacific Centre store as a specialist and recently found one of his old business cards in pristine condition when it fell out of a book. Realizing it may be a desirable memento, Sung is now auctioning the card with "no major folds, dents or scratches" on eBay. The card comes in an autographed frame with Sung's blue Apple retail T-shirt and lanyard.

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I came across one of my old business cards the other day when it fell out of a book.

So, with a view to raising money for a very deserving charity, I'm auctioning the only "Apple Sam Sung" business card I have left and I'm going to donate ALL of the proceeds [minus eBay fees] to Children's Wish, BC & Yukon - a not-for-profit that grants wishes to sick children.
The auction has received over 50 bids already and currently stands at US$510. Bidding runs until the evening of August 15.

Article Link: Former Apple Employee Sam Sung Auctioning Business Card and Uniform for Charity
 

bigfatipod

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Sep 22, 2011
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I could certainly be wrong, but aren't those items technically owned by Apple?

I guess not, considering business cards are customarily handed out anyhow.
 

DTphonehome

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Apr 4, 2003
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Typical Sam Sung. Copying Jony Ive's auctioning of Apple merch for charity. Doesn't have an original thought!
 

MrXiro

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I could certainly be wrong, but aren't those items technically owned by Apple?

Probably... but since it's for charity Apple would look like horrible people if they stopped this... might as well let it slide and the news will pass.
 
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usamaah

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Sep 23, 2008
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Wow. Makes you wonder how much more Samsung and Apple could've given to charities instead of lawyers. Both companies practice philanthropy but in this case, more couldn't hurt.

EDIT: And to Mr. Sam Sung, nice idea. I wish him all the best.
 

ob81

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Jun 11, 2007
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The day that I understand the significance of this, is the day I have reached the final level and get "that glow".
 

xlost6

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dogolaca

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Apple and Samsung should step up

Apple and Samsung should collaborate and give substantial donations for this guy's charity.
 
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