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FitnessFortunes.com Provides Business Mentorship Program for Personal Trainers Interested in Growing Business

To help mentor personal trainers who are new to the business or need advice on sparking their business. FitnessFortunes.com offers a mentorship program for trainers. Personal trainers can check out free online videos on the business of training and sign up for an affordable monthly membership. - December 07, 2011 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development

American Telephony, Inc Announces New Product, TIM, Text Information Message for Doctors Offices and Clinics to Notify Patients Via Text Messages

A new product called TIM - Text Information Messages has been developed primarily for doctor's offices, hospitals and clinics. The system can interface to virtually any practice management system or EMR to automatically send out text messages to patients to remind them of their appointment or other important messages. - December 07, 2011 - American Telephony, Inc

Self-Made Billionaire Charles Hallberg Joins LiveSmart 360 Executive Team and Provides Major Financial Backing

LiveSmart 360, a network marketing company with a full product line of advanced nutritional products, announced that self-made billionaire Charles Hallberg has joined the Executive Team and is providing hand-on expertise as well as a new infusion of capital. As the company’s financial... - December 07, 2011 - LiveSmart 360

At the Cross-Point Between Technology and Media

Technology has changed dramatically the way we communicate and do business - it would be naïve to think the change would not affect our future... How do media and mass media fit and evolve in this new environment? The answer will be provided by the Media Communications panel at the 3rd edition of the World Forum in Davos “Communication on Top.” Each of the 3 speakers participating in the panel discussion is a top expert in his own area. - December 07, 2011 - Top Communication GmbH

Borderless Access Panels Expands to South Africa

Borderless Access Panels Pvt. Ltd. today announced the market launch of its proprietary panel in South Africa. The emerging market research specialist expands its capabilities from Brazil, Russia, India, China and Mexico into South Africa, empowering global organizations to conduct research in high potential markets. - December 07, 2011 - Borderless Access Panels Pvt. Ltd.

Twilight Fans Get Twitter Buzzing Over Indie Film "A Warrior’s Heart"

Twilight co-stars Kellan Lutz and Ashley Greene Get Fans Buzzing as They Exchange Tweets to Promote Their Long-Anticipated Film "A Warrior's Heart" Now in Theaters and on Video-on Demand. - December 06, 2011 - Xenon Pictures

Graphic Design Leader Studio 2055 Launches Bold New Website

San Diego-based Studio 2055, an industry-leading graphic design, branding and marketing firm, recently transformed its website by applying the very same principles and methods it offers to other businesses in need of rejuvenation, sustainability and viability. - December 04, 2011 - Studio 2055

Infinite Grows with New Client and Plans for Expansion

In October, Infinite signed a contract with a new client in the energy industry. - December 03, 2011 - Infinite

VisionPoint Marketing Names Senior Project Manager

Diana Tong Joins Leading Internet Marketing Firm - December 03, 2011 - VisionPoint Marketing

Believe in What’s Not There Yet - World Communication Forum, Davos ’12

The 3rd edition of “Communication on Top” (www.forumdavos.com) will try to find the answers to several major questions of the new digital reality, among its key panels will be Communicating Scientific Breakthrough. - December 03, 2011 - Top Communication GmbH

Ovative/Group Announces the Hiring of Jennifer “JJ” Schaidler to Lead the Digital Media Retail Practice Group

Ovative/Group, a digital and mobile consulting firm for retailers and brands, announced the appointment of Jennifer “JJ” Schaidler to its executive team to lead its digital media practice. She will help O/G focus on its retail partnerships and emerging innovations in mobile and digital... - December 02, 2011 - Ovative/Group

Live as if Everything is a Miracle; You Can Find Happiness by Embracing the Intersection of the Sweet and the Nothing

E-Play Magazine is providing you with the following tools and services: 1. self help and motivational books; 2. Self help and motivational c.d.'s (on topics, personal relationships, business relationships and family relationships); 3. Ana Weber President of E-Play Magazine is giving you the opportunity to ask your pressing questions via her Hot line support and open to speak at your next event; topics: attitude, happiness, work, time and money. - December 01, 2011 - E-Play Magazine Corp

New Mexico Private Detective Adventure Thriller Novel Asks, "Who is Killing the Media?"

An unknown criminal is out to kill a group of reporters and pin the crimes on Jack Vane. Now accused of murder, and hunted by powerful forces, Jack must solve the crime against those he most despises in Jeffrey Friedberg’s new detective adventure novel, “Red, White, and Dead – Kill The Media.” (Volume 1) (ISBN 9780615541303, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Jeffrey A. Friedberg, 2011). - December 01, 2011 - Jeffrey A Friedberg

Waste Industries Names Looking Glass Communications, Inc. Agency of Record

Branding and Customer Relations Central to Long-Term Waste Industries Strategy - December 01, 2011 - Looking Glass Communications, Inc.

Promo Crunch Acquires Pin Frenzy for North America

Promo Crunch, the Canadian-based promotional products supplier has acquired the exclusive North American rights for the Belgian lapel pin company, Pin Frenzy. Promo Crunch set to launch new Pin Frenzy site, December 1st, 2011. Promo Crunch, a Canadian-based promotional products supply company has... - December 01, 2011 - Promo Crunch

Taradel Launches "Short Run" Every Door Direct Mail™ Products for Small Business Community

Taradel, a leading provider of Every Door Direct Mail™ solutions, launches an expanded line of "short run" EDDM products and services. - December 01, 2011 - Taradel

Orlando Interactive Digital Agency Identified by Top SEOs as One of the Top 30 Link Building Firms for the Month of November 2011

This month marks the 12th time in a row that the award-winning firm has made the list. - November 30, 2011 - Xcellimark

Sending Credit to Mobile Phones in Russia and Eastern Europe? Simple.

New International Mobile Top Up Service Enters the Online Market - November 30, 2011 - PaySurfer

Cambridge Business Publishers Challenges Publishing Trends

Small Publisher provides high quality financial textbooks with a focus on value during difficult economic times. - November 30, 2011 - Cambridge Business Publishers

20 Partners – and More to Join the "Com on Top" World Forum for the New Digital Elite in Davos

Creative agencies and organizations from Western Europe, Latin America, Russia, Middle East and North Africa unite their efforts in providing invaluable support as official partners of the Third Edition of the World Communication Forum – Communication on Top, held on 9-10 February, 2012, in Davos Congress Centre, Switzerland. - November 30, 2011 - Top Communication GmbH

Direct Mail Marketing Company BBDirect.com Launches Video Tutorial Library for Customers

Viewers benefit from simple and quick instruction with no login or password. Over 19 Quick Flicks, most between 2 to 5 minutes in length, are already up and available in the library. - November 30, 2011 - BBDirect.com

MyEdCals Now Has Over 300,000 Editorial Calendar Opportunities for 2012

MyMediaInfo’s Editorial Calendar Database will have over 500,000 story opportunities for the coming year. - November 29, 2011 - RedEgg Solutions, Inc.

2011 Bobby’s Best Holiday Section Updated Design & Coupons

BobbysBest.com has done a full renewal of their Holiday Coupon Section this year, with all-new design, updated gift ideas, and more coupons than ever. - November 28, 2011 - Bobby's Best

Adboss Asserts Innovation is the Answer to Decline in Direct Advertising

adboss.com.au The growth in advertising campaigns bought directly from media companies is slowing, with new research showing a sustained decline in the direct advertiser market compared to the agency market. The direct advertiser market accounts for approximately $5b of total advertising spend... - November 27, 2011 - Adboss

LBI’s Wedding Roadshow Goes Mobile

Southern Ocean Chamber of Commerce teams up with Point Pleasant based mobile solutions provider for a year-round marketing campaign. - November 25, 2011 - Shore Mobile

Executive: A Novel by Leslie Wolfe - American Drones and Military Contractors Under Scrutiny

An intriguing new novel brings drone safety and reliability front and center. - November 24, 2011 - Italics Publishing

Finalists Announced for Toque 2011 Food App Awards

Finalists were announced for Toque 2011 Food App Awards. Judging will take place between now and early December to decide the winners in 15 categories, with an additional Best Overall app award. Awards will be announced at a Twitter event on December 8, 5:30 p.m. PST. - November 23, 2011 - Toque Magazine

Chicago Agency Sandstorm Design Moves to Accommodate Company Growth

Following a year of exceptional growth, Sandstorm Design is excited to announce its move. In the heart of the Ravenswood Corridor, this architecturally inspired space is perfectly suited for the strategy and execution of Drupal web sites, interactive web applications and creative marketing... - November 23, 2011 - Sandstorm Design

Dallas Regional Chamber’s 11th Annual Technology Luncheon & Innovation Showcase

Magic Logix to be an exhibitor at the Dallas Regional Chamber’s 11th Annual Technology Luncheon & Innovation Showcase. - November 23, 2011 - Magic Logix

Atlanta's Strong Arm Attorney John Foy Launches New Interactive Website

In response to patron social and mobile attrition, the personal injury attorneys at John Foy & Associates PC deploy a new web platform compatible with blogging, comments, video and social media. The new site provides an accident checklist and personal injury articles. - November 22, 2011 - John Foy & Associates

J. Burrage Publications, LLC Announces a New Service for Aspiring Self-Publishing Authors

J. Burrage Publications, LLC, a 21st Century publisher of powerful novels such as Caught Up and My Red Hijab, My White Baby Tee, and My Blue Skinny Jeans, has announced services for authors wishing to self-publish. - November 21, 2011 - J. Burrage Publications, LLC

MarkeTech Announces Social Media Boot Camp

A self-guided tutorial that turns a B2B social networking newbie into an online publisher and contributor in 10 easy steps. - November 21, 2011 - MarkeTech

Creative Options Communications Unveils New Website, www.jdcreativeoptions.com

New Site Features Easy Navigation, Eye-Catching Design, Blog and Improved Information on Customer Profiling, Creative and Search Engine Marketing - November 20, 2011 - Creative Options

Beyond Spots & Dots CFO Finalist for Pittsburgh CFO of the Year Award

Beyond Spots & Dots CFO Andreas Beck has been named a finalist in the Small Company category of the Pittsburgh Business Times' 2011 “CFO of the Year Awards.” - November 19, 2011 - Beyond Spots & Dots, Inc.

Exvo Launches New Globalize Translation Accounts

With the success of their Globalize website translation service, Exvo - a Netherlands based web technology company has now expanded to offer new packages that caters to different business needs. - November 19, 2011 - Exvo

Earth Heart Inc., Sees Significant Sales Increases and Reduced Marketing Costs with Pawsible Marketing Services

Pawsible Marketing provides Earth Heart Inc., with marketing coaching and branding services to help them achieve their goals. - November 19, 2011 - Pawsible Marketing

New to the Neighborhood – Block Provides "Community" Marketing Services on a Global Scale

Block, a full-service marketing agency, recently opened offices in Southwest Florida, Central New Jersey, and Kiev, Ukraine. Block has experience working across all product categories, and specializes in advertising, sales promotion, event marketing, social media and digital marketing for clients, large and small. - November 19, 2011 - Block

Traditional Advertising May be Ending, According to New White Paper

Text produced by My Local Buzz TV explores how the traditional advertising model has become less effective, specifically in light of both the increasing number of promotional messages people are exposed too and the growth of social media and video sharing websites. The white paper suggests marketers and business owners consider branded programming as an alternative marketing strategy. - November 19, 2011 - My Local Buzz TV

David Spade Honored at Annual American Red Cross Heroes Breakfast

David Spade honored amongst leading LA Businesses, all show support for the Prepare LA Initiative. - November 18, 2011 - peakPRgroup

Rainbow Marketing Inc. Celebrates Expansion as a Result of Its Commitment to Helping Clients to Survive Tough Economic Times

On November 18, 2011 5:30PM at the corporate office of Rainbow Marketing Inc. The RMI team will be joined by an array of well wishers including: local and state government officials, business and community leaders, residents, clients and beauty queens to celebrate the expansion and grand opening of its subsidiary the Global Business Development Center. - November 18, 2011 - Rainbow Marketing Inc Dba Global Business Development Center

KT Partners, Inc Receives Constant Contact All-Star Award

Constant Contact recognizes KT Partners, Inc. for commitment to best practices in email marketing. KT Partners, Inc received an All-Star Award from Constant Contact®, a leading provider of email marketing, event marketing, and online survey tools for small organizations. KT Partners, Inc was... - November 18, 2011 - Knowledge Transfer Partners, Inc.

Front Office Staff Franchising Opens New Location in Arizona. Virtual Receptionist Services for Small Businesses.

The company provides live receptionist call answering from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. The services provided by Front Office Staff allow a small business to have access to a state-of-the art telephone system with well trained and knowledgeable staff answering calls throughout a business day. They want to sound like your employee and keep the personal touch that businesses require. - November 18, 2011 - Front Office Staff

NBA Hall of Fame Legend, Earl Monroe Launches Reverse Spin Entertainment

Reverse Spin Entertainment (RSE) is the newest incarnation of entertainment company owned and operated by NBA Hall of Fame Legend, Earl Monroe. - November 18, 2011 - Reverse Spin Entertainment

Educational Marketing Group is Searching for Higher Ed Branding Greatness

Educational Marketing Group, sponsor of the International Brand Master competition, is accepting nominations for the 2011 International Brand Master award. - November 18, 2011 - Educational Marketing Group, Inc.

Itransition Reconfirms Microsoft Gold Certified Partner Status

Itransition Group, a software development innovator providing full-cycle IT services, announced today it has reconfirmed its Microsoft Gold Certified Partner status for the 3rd year in a row. The certification verifies Itransition’s strong expertise in the Microsoft technologies and business... - November 17, 2011 - Itransition