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Link Christin with Caron Treatment Centers, to Speak at TKG’s How to Deal with Mental Health and Substance Abuse: Practical Tips and Strategies Lawyers Webinar
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Link Christin, Executive Director of the Legal Professionals Program with Caron Treatment Centers, will speak at The Knowledge Group’s webcast... - February 03, 2018 - The Knowledge Group
NTH Celebrates 50 Years of Engineering Excellence
NTH Consultants, Ltd. (www.nthconsultants.com) today announced that the company is celebrating its 50th anniversary in business as a professional engineering consulting firm. To celebrate this achievement, the company hosted a kick-off event in January for its employees that included an address... - February 03, 2018 - NTH Consultants, Ltd.
Silicon Carbide Products, Inc. Positions for Future Growth and Expansion
Silicon Carbide Products, Inc. (SCP) announces the completion of an internal management buyout (MBO) to Joshua J. Dahlman and Rick L. Cleveland as it positions for continued growth. - February 02, 2018 - Silicon Carbide Products, Inc.
Fun Book Tackles What’s Hiding in Our Water and More; Called a Tool to Teach Sustainability
The Second Edition of "All About Water - As Told by The Plumber Who’s Seen It All" © by Greg Chick, Illustrated by Audrey Ly and Co-Authored by M.P. Zarrella releases today. Ramona California’s Greg Chick, a LEED-AP plumber and water advocate with over 40 years experience as a licensed contractor, tells the complete story of water through two fictional characters. There is nothing in the marketplace today like this timely and relevant book. - February 02, 2018 - M.P. Zarrella Books, Inc. DBA Calling Card Books and Z Girls Press
Accelerated Fence Franchise Growth Continues as Superior Fence & Rail Opens 11th Location
Locally owned fencing contractor and wholesale outlet opens second fence franchise location, now serving the Sarasota and Manatee county areas. - February 02, 2018 - Superior Fence & Rail
Superior Fence & Rail Recognized for Veteran Leadership
Florida-based fencing franchise recognized by Jacksonville Business Journal as Top Veteran Owned Business in 2017 - February 02, 2018 - Superior Fence & Rail
BaleForce Recycling Equipment, Wholly Owned Division of Metro Group Expands Operations with Acquisition of Ready Machinery
Metro Group, under the leadership of CEO Danny Mauti, strengthened its position as an industrial powerhouse with the latest acquisition of Ready Machinery by Baleforce; a wholly owned division of Metro Group. “Bringing Ready Machinery into our lineup is a tremendous opportunity for mutual... - February 02, 2018 - Metro Group
Guardion Health Sciences Exhibiting at Caribbean Eye Meeting
Guardion Health Sciences, an ocular health sciences technology company, will be exhibiting at the Caribbean Eye Meeting in February. - February 02, 2018 - Guardion Health Sciences, Inc.
Candid Sky Productions Secures C Airspace in Reno
Candid Sky Productions gets authorization to fly in controlled class C airspace of Reno Nevada. - February 02, 2018 - Candid Sky Productions
South Carolina Firm Seeks NFL’s Big Game Impact
The NFL has come under much scrutiny regarding player safety in the last several years. During this period, Turf Nation has quietly become the dominate brand in the synthetic turf industry. There are many large competitors within the synthetic turf industry, Turf Nation is far from the largest by... - February 02, 2018 - Turf Nation
Martial Artist Achieves National Success
Jessie Bowen for the 2nd year received International Honors from Action Martial Arts Magazine Hall of Honors on Saturday, January 26, 2018, in Atlantic City, New Jersey. The Action Martial Arts Magazine and Hall of Honors is the largest Hall of Fame in the world with over 1500 people in attendance. - February 02, 2018 - Jessie Bowen
Suppliers Elated with New Cloud Based Data Management Program from Stacks Data
The process of capturing, storing, sharing and reporting on data for compliance purposes has now become more efficient and easier to do using Stacks Data's revolutionary new software program. - February 02, 2018 - Stacks Data
New Greek Luxury Wellness Destination Created at Daios Cove
Greece has an exciting new addition to its luxury wellness tourism offering with the imminent opening of the new GOCO Spa Daios Cove and forthcoming creation of GOCO Retreat Daios Cove. Nestled in a private and secluded bay overlooking the Aegean Sea on the northeastern shore of the popular Greek... - February 02, 2018 - GOCO Hospitality
International Sensation William Hung Shares Tips for Risk and Reinvention on the Moment Masters Small Business Podcast
In this entertaining episode, Hung joins PR and branding expert Shakira Brown to discuss an inspiring new way of thinking. - February 02, 2018 - Moment Masters Small Business Podcast
8th Annual Learning! 100 Award Call for Applications Opens - Award Program Recognizes Top 100 Global Learning Organizations
Elearning! Media Group, publishers of Elearning! Magazine and Government Elearning! Magazine announced the 2018 Learning! 100 Award Call for Applications is now open. The annual award program honors public and private sector organizations for innovation, collaboration and learning culture that... - February 02, 2018 - Elearning! Magazine
Direct Selling Resources (DSR) Launches to Bridge an Important Gap in Direct Selling
To be the Direct Selling industry’s premiere network to connect Suppliers and Companies; Operate with only the highest level of integrity and honesty; Always look after the best interest of their clients – both Companies and Suppliers, and to provide incredible customer support to both parties as they navigate the buying process. Never settle for good and always strive to be the best; Allow technology to create faster, better and more efficient processes and customer experiences. - February 01, 2018 - Smart Office Solutions, Inc.
AQC Industries’ The BlueDuct® Featured at the 2017 Big 5 Expo
The BlueDuct, from AQC Industries, is an underground pre-insulated duct system. The BlueDuct®, from AQC Industries, is the first underground air duct system to receive NSF P374 certification for R-10 thermal efficiency. - February 01, 2018 - AQC Industries
Franklin First Financial Hires New Chief Operating Officer
Fast Growing Mortgage Company Strengthens Position - February 01, 2018 - Franklin First Financial
Entrepreneur Ron Zemp & Jennifer Zemp Announce New Block Heels Line, Sassy Girl
Jennifer Zemp achieved success with the help of her husband Ron Zemp's marketing and financial support for the Kasey-Z shoe brand. Kasey-Z shoe is a luxury line of heels that will now offer more comfortable options. - February 01, 2018 - Jennifer Zemp's Kasey-Z Shoes
Dr Low Chai Ling and Dr Kenneth Lee Launch SW1 Clinic, One of the Largest Aesthetic Clinics in Singapore
Dr Low Chai Ling and Dr Kenneth Lee, the founders behind former award-winning aesthetic chain, The Sloane Clinic, have left their brainchild in 2017 to launch SW1 Clinic. SW1’s centrally-located facility in Orchard Paragon spans 8000 square feet and features 2 fully equipped operating theatre in addition to over 20 treatment rooms, making it one of the largest aesthetic and plastic surgery centres in Singapore. - February 01, 2018 - SW1 Clinic
Spicy Lingerie Launches Yearly Valentine's Day Sale with Big Discounts and Thousands of Unique Products
Spicy Lingerie has announced that the most anticipated, annual Valentine's Day sale is now live on its website. The online lingerie retailer has product discounts up to 50 percent off site wide, however, these Valentine's Day price reductions will only last until Thursday, February 15. Customers... - February 01, 2018 - Spicy Lingerie
New Day Webinar Explores When Engineering Design Fails...The Impact of Faulty Design and Collapses
Mitch Cohen, PE, vice president in the Construction Division at New Day Underwriting Mangers, was joined by Sammy Powell, PE, vice president at Long Engineering, to discuss the catastrophic construction design failures that can cost millions, while endangering lives. Titled When Engineering Design... - February 01, 2018 - R-T Specialty, LLC's Environmental & Construction Professional Practice
Cloud Backup Market to Continue Momentum in 2018 as Businesses Select Cloud-Based Data Recovery Solutions
Scalability, Flexibility, Simplicity, Pricing Advantages, and Malware Recovery All Key Factors as Organizations Optimize Data Protection Over the Next Twelve Months - February 01, 2018 - Asigra
RepaHeel Beeswax-Based Gel for Treating Heel Spurs Has Been Produced in EU
RepaHeel gel for treating heel spurs has been recently produced in EU for RepaHeel LLC, based in Illinois, USA. Beeswax is one of the main ingredients used in product's formula. This wax is produced by young bees and then scraped off their bodies, chewed and mixed with bee saliva as well as other... - February 01, 2018 - RepaHeel LLC
Top App Development Company Promatics Technologies Opens Up Exclusive Office in Dubai
With a vision to serve Middle Eastern clients proactively, Promatics has recently opened up its new office in Dubai. This new move will enable the company to develop its business in the region as well as tap new markets for a global expansion. - February 01, 2018 - Promatics Technologies
MaassMedia Launches MaassIQ Digital Analytics Training – Custom Training for Organizations
MaassMedia announces the launch of its comprehensive analytics training program for organizations. MaassIQ Digital Analytics Training is a customizable program, offering course tracks in Google Analytics, Adobe Analytics, Data Visualization, and Strategy. - February 01, 2018 - MaassMedia
The Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized Honors Sara Fingerman with the Rising Star Award
Sara Fingerman of Floral Park, New York has been honored with the Rising Star Award by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of hospitality. Rising Stars are up and coming in their professions and... - February 01, 2018 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
The ACCS "China Oscar Night Gala" Hosts an International Extravaganza for Dignitaries, Hollywood Celebrities and VIPs
ACCS is excited to announce its Oscars China Night, an Oscar viewing gala with CEO Awards ceremony to take place on Sunday March 4 at Beverly Hills Sofitel Hotel. - February 01, 2018 - American-Chinese CEO Society (ACCS)
Leona W. Ayers, M.D. Recognized as a Top Executive by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Leona W. Ayers, M.D. of Dublin, Ohio has been recognized as a Top Executive for 2018 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding achievements and high level of success for over 40 years in the field of education. About Leona W. Ayers, M.D. Dr. Ayers is currently an Academy... - February 01, 2018 - Strathmore Worldwide
SOPHI Launches Exclusive 30-day Trial for Gaming Market
SOPHI, Inc., a business process outsourcing centre that offers customer care and back-office solutions to start-ups and established SMEs in the US and Europe, plans to launch its free 30-day trial for potential gaming clients at the ICE Totally Gaming 2018 at ExCel London, UK, from 6 February to 8... - February 01, 2018 - SOPHI Inc.
PONTE HEALTH Brings VERTICAL MEDICAL CITY to Downtown Orlando to Serve the City's Elders
VERTICAL MEDICAL CITY, LLC, a new High Rise Development Project is coming to the core of Downtown Orlando. The primary focus of the Facility is to bring into the urban core the Next Level Assisted Living, Care, and Wellness for Residents and Outpatients 60 and over. Developer PONTE HEALTH PROPERTIES, LLC seeks Equity Partner for the project, to keep Real Estate Land Lease and Percent Profit. - January 31, 2018 - PONTE HEALTH GLOBAL CORP.
Retired Las Vegas 911 Dispatcher Turns Successful Realtor with Bentley Realty Group and Pays It Forward in K-9 Community
After Erika Bentley retired from being a 911 dispatcher she launched a new career in 2016 – real estate. She and her partner, John Kelley, decided to give back to the community when her real estate business started to take off. In 2017, alone, Bentley did $10 million in sales and within 16 months she was named one of the top 10 agents in the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices franchise for the state of Nevada. - January 31, 2018 - Bentley Realty Group
Advaion Managing Director Accepted to Forbes Finance Council
Advaion, a leading consulting firm working with pre-IPO companies and fast-growing businesses announced on January 31, 2018 that Managing Director, Pavan Satyaketu, has been accepted into the Forbes Finance Council, an invitation-only community for prominent executives in the financial industry. - January 31, 2018 - Advaion
Virtus – A Step Up with Footwear Innovation
Born out of one of Canada's best-respected shoemakers, the decade-long venture of Virtus atelier makes a new move. Centuries of virtuosic shoe-making heritage could get a touch of contemporary 3D technology, and that is how Virtus keeps both tradition and innovation alive in every pair. - January 31, 2018 - Virtus
Standav Corp. Announces Acquisition of Bimarian Inc, an Analytics, BI and IOT Service Provider
Standav is pleased to announce that effective January 2018, Bimarian, a leader in Big Data Analytics & Open Source Systems Integrator, has joined forces with Standav Corp., an IT Services and Consulting firm. The combined company commits to delivering state of the art System Integration and... - January 31, 2018 - Standav Corp.
Phone Etiquette Increases Your Chances of Closing the Deal with Callers Who Dial-in on a Virtual Toll-Free Number, Says SendMyCall.com
SendMyCall, a provider of virtual phone numbers, virtual toll-free numbers, and virtual PBX business phone systems, has published the first of a two-part blog series on business phone etiquette to help companies be more effective in their encounters with prospective and existing customers. The second part of the series is set to be posted on Feb. 7. - January 31, 2018 - SendMyCall
New Cryptocurrency Platform PixFlx Brings Clients Second Screen Selectable Video - Potential $500 Billion Market of Media Advertising & Ecommerce, Provides 1% Cash Back
The media & ad market is prime for disruption, but what is it that could possibly capture that market at scale? That’s easy when they pay consumers 1% cash back for viewing ads and provide ecommerce functionality alongside the media being played. - January 31, 2018 - PixFlx Inc.
ISM-Philadelphia Welcomes Leading Procurement Consultancy as Guest Speaker for Upcoming Event
Source One’s Procurement Transformation Expert to lead discussion on Sustainable Category Management during ISM-Philadelphia’s February Dinner Meeting. - January 31, 2018 - Source One, a Corcentric Company
BOLDplanning Inc. Announces Hiring of Karla O’Grady as Customer Success Manager
BOLDplanning Inc., the leading developer of online solutions for Emergency Operations Planning (EOP) and Continuity of Operations/Government Planning (COOP/COG) and Hazard Mitigation Planning (HMP), announced today the addition of Karla O’Grady to its growing, Nashville, TN-based team as... - January 31, 2018 - BOLDplanning
Columbia Distributing Acquires General Distributing, Inc.
Columbia Distributing today announced it will purchase all stock of General Distributors, Inc. (GDI), based in Oregon City, Oregon. The nearly 100-year-old GDI represents a portfolio of more than 100 international, national and local beer, energy and water suppliers. The transaction is expected to... - January 31, 2018 - Columbia Distributing
VirtuAlarm Announces False Alarm Reduction Platform for Security Alarm Monitoring Centers
During the recent Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, Nevada, VirtuAlarm revealed to potential partners and customers its revolutionary new professional alarm platform and received rave reviews for its capabilities. This new platform includes both the ability to deliver alarm signals to any professional alarm monitoring center globally and an industry-leading False Alarm Prevention service. - January 31, 2018 - VirtuAlarm
Zenger Folkman Research Shows 5 Factors in Effective Competency Models
Every organization has their own competency model, but few of them are very effective. After 40 years of building competency models for businesses around the world, Dr. Joseph Folkman reveals five factors that separate the great ones from the poor ones. “The purpose of a competency model is... - January 31, 2018 - Zenger Folkman
Encore Real Estate Investment Services Trades Iconic Walgreens Location at Record Cap Rate
Encore Real Estate Investment Services is pleased to announce the sale of a single tenant State-of-the-Art Prototype, Two-Story, 24-Hour Walgreens in Clearwater Beach, Florida with a record cap rate of 5.05%. - January 30, 2018 - Encore Real Estate Investment Services
Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, Cryptocurrency and IoT Collide and Convene at the Decentralized AI Summit 2018, February 1, San Francisco
Featuring accomplished thought leaders in applied AI from Google, IBM, and Numerai, the Decentralized AI Summit will serve as a showcase for new technologies, emerging trends and disruptive developments around cryptocurrency, blockchain, and beyond in the industry sectors of: Healthcare/Genetics, Internet of Things, Autonomous Vehicles, Robotics, VR/AR, Multi-agent Systems, Vision, Drones, Robotics, and Quantified Self. - January 30, 2018 - Synapse.ai
RLG Reacts to the Restraining Excessive Federal Enforcement and Regulations of Cannabis Act (REFER Act)
A bill has been introduced in the House that would protect states with cannabis laws from interference by the Federal government. Known as the Restraining Excessive Federal Enforcement and Regulations of Cannabis Act (REFER Act), the bill would protect both medical and recreational cannabis at the... - January 30, 2018 - The Rodman Law Group, LLC
EEOC Administrative Judge Awards $250,000 to Disabled USPS Employee
Employee Unable to Bear Children as a Result of Postal Service’s Unlawful Conduct, Judge Rules - January 30, 2018 - Hosea Legal PLLC
Allied Real Estate Schools Launches Appraiser Trainee Professional Development Program
Allied Partners with Metro-West Appraisal to provide Career Development and Work Site Experience. - January 30, 2018 - Allied Business Schools
JCF Capital Advisors LLC Acts as a Financial Advisor in Securing & Closing Out a $3.0M Series A Equity Round
JCF Capital Advisors LLC (now JCF Capital Markets LLC) acted as a Financial Advisor to Precise Real Estate Solutions in closing out all of its Series A round with an initial $1.5M close, additional $500k and $1M follow-on investments. - January 30, 2018 - JCF Capital Markets LLC
Local Community Leaders and Stakeholders Celebrate Groundbreaking of the New Lions Eye Bank of Wisconsin Facility
Stakeholders holders and city officials broke ground at the new Lions Eye Bank of Wisconsin (LEBW) facility at 5003 Tradewinds Parkway, in Madison Wisconsin, on Thursday, January 25. Lions Eye Bank of Wisconsin, Executive Director, Darice Langham, kicked off the ceremony by describing the impact... - January 30, 2018 - Lions Eye Bank of Wisconsin
Nogom Masrya, an Egyptian Revenue Sharing Website Ranks in the Top 1000 Websites in the World
Nogom Masrya (nmisr.com) now has over 300 editors, publishing news from Egypt and all over the world with attention to the gulf area; the area that became so hot the years after the Qatar conflict with Saudi Arabia, UAE, Bahrain and Egypt. - January 30, 2018 - Nmisr.com