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On Location Hires New Account Manager Ken Banks to Support Its I&D Labor and Management Services for Exhibits, Events and Environments
On Location, a nationwide provider of labor and management services for exhibits, events and environments, has hired Ken Banks as an Account Manager to support its continued growth by fostering client relationships and acting as a primary liaison between sales and field operations. Based in the... - July 18, 2017 - On Location, Inc.
SaintyCo Updates All Tablet Press Machines; Now Introduces 9 New Series of Machines
SaintyCo, a leading manufacturer of pharmaceutical equipment, announces 9 new series of tablet press machines. These are cGMP compliant tablet making machines with modular design for easy part changeover, a robust PLC system, a range of tooling options and auto-lubrication that guarantee overall... - July 18, 2017 - SaintyCo International Group
APCT Awarded AS9100D Certification for Wallingford, CT Facility
APCT, a leading manufacturer of high reliability, printed circuit boards, is pleased to announce the AS9100D Certification of the Wallingford, CT facility Quality Management System. AS9100D is the internationally recognized Quality Management System standard, specific to the Original Equipment... - July 18, 2017 - APCT
Metro Merchant Services Receives National Recognition as American Small Business Champion by SCORE and Local Recognition for Two More Awards
Local business Metro Merchant Services has been chosen as the winner of two prestigious awards - the SCORE American Small Business Champion and the Superstars in Business Award by the Delaware State Chamber of Commerce. Metro Merchant Services founder and president, Mark Landis, also received the David J Freschman Entrepreneur of the Year Award from the New Castle County Chamber of Commerce. - July 18, 2017 - Metro Merchant Services
Longtime State Rep. Managing Atlanta City Council President Campaign
Atlanta native Doug Teper to serve as campaign manager for Alex Wan, who is running for Atlanta City Council President. www.AlexWanForAtlanta.com - July 18, 2017 - Alex Wan for Atlanta
Bay Mountain Capital Closes Record $4.4 Million “Hard Money” Loan
Bay Mountain Capital, a direct lender providing short term financing to real estate investors since 2009, recently closed a single loan transaction for $4.4 million. Dean Lontos, Bay Mountain managing partner explained, “This is a record loan size for us and provides evidence that the niche... - July 18, 2017 - Bay Mountain Capital
Lori’s Original Lemonade Looks to the Classics in Their New Flavor Launch
Lori’s Original Lemonade adds 2 new flavors to their product lineup just in time for Summer. - July 18, 2017 - Lori’s Original Lemonade
Omniscien Technologies Releases Next-Generation REST API and Language Scripting Toolkit for Language Studio™ Cloud
Omniscien Technologies (formerly Asia Online) today announces the release of its next-generation REST Application Programming Interface (API) and Language Scripting Toolkit for Language Studio™ Cloud. The new toolkit provides easy to use access to integrated complex language processing and... - July 18, 2017 - Omniscien Technologies
CSCMP Jacksonville Roundtable 2017-2018 Board of Directors Announced
CSCMP is pleased to announce the official 2017-2018 Board of Directors for the Jacksonville Roundtable. - July 18, 2017 - Total Distribution, Inc.
Voicebrook to Highlight Pathology Reporting Optimization at 2017 Cerner Laboratory Workshop
Company to demonstrate how Pathologists can optimize their reporting process with VoiceOver and Cerner's Anatomic Pathology Systems. - July 18, 2017 - Voicebrook, Inc.
Fashion Furniture Rental Introduces Amazon Echo's Alexa to Its Line of Home Furnishing Offerings
Fashion Furniture Rental, Inc. will now offer Amazon Echo as part of their electronics and furniture rentals. - July 18, 2017 - Fashion Furniture Rental, Inc.
Janet G. Bradsher Honored as a VIP Member by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Janet G. Bradsher of Hampton, Virginia has been honored as a VIP Member for 2017 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements for over 25 years in the field of business services. About Janet G. Bradsher Ms. Bradsher is the Owner of... - July 18, 2017 - Strathmore Worldwide
Canadian Web Hosting Service Provider Expands on Data Center Locations, Offers Improved Email Spam Filtering, and Celebrates 15 Years in Business
4GoodHosting is now well positioned to be providing the full spectrum of web hosting and e-commerce solution services to folks in Canada’s largest cities, with 2 data centers in Vancouver and 1 in Toronto. They’ve also added a new component feature that allows users to enjoy better email inbox spam protection, and continue to provide some of the best dedicated server hosting available in Canada. Toronto-area individuals looking for web hosting are encouraged to contact them online or by phone. - July 17, 2017 - 4GoodHosting
AmeriFirst Financial, Inc. and First Rate Team Join Forces
AmeriFirst Financial, Inc., a trusted provider of mortgage loans for over 25 years, and First Rate Financial Group, a leading lender in Westlake Village, California announce they will join forces. The partnership will combine AmeriFirst Financial Inc.’s unmatched marketing platforms and... - July 17, 2017 - AmeriFirst Financial, Inc.
Hayleys Advantis Strengthens End-to-End Logistics Solutions in the Maldives with New Acquisition
Hayleys Advantis has further solidified its position in the Maldives with the addition of two new landing craft that will further expand the range of services offered by their subsidiary, Total Transport Solutions Maldives (Pvt) Limited (TTS). These landing craft will allow TTS to actively... - July 17, 2017 - Advantis
A Festival Honoring the Prince of Travelers
Now on its second year, the International Festival of Ibn Battuta pays tribute to the legendary Ibn Battuta, hailed today as the Prince of Travelers. The festival honoring Ibn Battuta’s legacy relives the journey he undertook seven centuries ago across many predominantly Muslim countries. - July 17, 2017 - Ibn Battuta
Festivals of Speed Expands Into Georgia with Inaugural Alpharetta Event. 150+ Exotic Cars and Motorcycles Set for Display.
The inaugural Festivals of Speed at Avalon in Alpharetta, Georgia is set for Sunday, October 8th Over 150+ exotic cars and motorcycles are expected for display on the boulevard. Automotive manufacturer Ferrari which is celebrating a 70-year anniversary will be a featured marque. In addition, the Porsche 928 model which also has it’s 40-year anniversary will be spotlighted as well. - July 17, 2017 - Festivals of Speed
IOCMI Releases 2017 Innovation and Organizational Change Standards
The IOCMI, an international non-profit works with professionals around the world to set standards in innovation and organizational change. The need for doing this is to set a global benchmark in terms of terminology and taxonomy so as to create a common set of communication and measurement protocols within the industry. Today, The IOCMI Releases its 2017 Standards in Innovation and Organizational Change (IOC). - July 16, 2017 - IOCMI
Tres Chic Event Planning & Design Receives 2017 Best of Miramar Award
Miramar Award Program Honors the Achievement. - July 15, 2017 - Tres Chic Event Planning & Design
Maureen E. Marshall-Jeffers Recognized as a Professional of the Year for Three Consecutive Years by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Maureen E. Marshall-Jeffers of Tinton Falls, New Jersey has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for three consecutive years by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of education. About Maureen E. - July 15, 2017 - Strathmore Worldwide
European Patent Issued for Human and Pet Anti-Obesity Vaccine to Braasch Biotech
European Patent issued in the United Kingdom for anti-obesity vaccine technologies. Applications for human and pet therapeutic vaccines to treat adult onset obesity. - July 14, 2017 - Braasch Biotech LLC
Breeders Club of America - Finding a Good Breeder in New Jersey
With urban sprawl and continued zoning regulations that infringe on the ability to own and breed dogs, it’s getting harder and harder to find good breeders with puppies available locally in New Jersey. - July 14, 2017 - Breeders Club of America
ATI Modular Technology Corp. and AmericaTowne, Inc. Agree to Plan of Merger
ATI Modular Technology Corp. and its parent company Americatowne, Inc. announced today that they have agreed to a Plan of Merger, which once closed, will result in a combination of their respective businesses into ATI Holdings, Inc., a Nevada corporation. - July 14, 2017 - ATI Modular Technology Corp.
AmericaTowne and ATI Modular Agree to Plan of Merger
AmericaTowne, Inc. (“AmericaTowne”) and its subsidiary, ATI Modular Technology Corp., announced today that they have agreed to a Plan of Merger, which once closed, will result in a combination of their respective businesses into ATI Holdings, Inc., a Nevada corporation. In anticipation... - July 14, 2017 - AmericaTowne, Inc.
Michael Schoeff: "In 2017, Pup Pee Poo Palace Attends SuperZoo, the Most Popular Trade Show for Pet Industry in U.S."
Pup Pee Poo Palace participates at SuperZoo, one of the most successful events produced by World Pet Association and held in Las Vegas, during July 25-27, 2017. - July 14, 2017 - Michael Schoeff
The Mad Hatter Restaurant in Minneapolis / St. Paul, MN - Now Serving Dinner on Friday & Saturday Nights
The Mad Hatter Restaurant in Anoka, MN - established in 1999, is not just serving tea anymore. The famous restaurant is now launching dinners Friday and Saturday nights, Daily Brunch, Private Parties and special events such as Annual Mother's Day Tea, Kentucky Derby Lawn Party, Annual Christmas Tea and Monthly Princess Tea Parties and more. - July 14, 2017 - The Mad Hatter
SolarCraft Completes Solar Power Installation at Monticello Vineyards in Napa Valley - Corley Family Harvests Their Own Power
Novato and Sonoma based SolarCraft recently completed the installation of a 177 kW DC solar installation at Monticello Vineyards in Napa, CA. The photovoltaic (PV) system is expected to offset 95% of their utility bill helping Monticello save thousands every month in electrical costs. - July 14, 2017 - SolarCraft
Momma Lynn Management (MLM) Announces Seattle Based Rock and Roll Band, One Gun Shy, Has Joined the Momma Lynn Family of Companies
Momma Lynn Management announces the Seattle based Rock and Roll band, One Gun Shy, has joined the Momma Lynn family of companies and will release their third album, "Zombie" through a partnership with Pacific Northwest Independent Record Labels, Momma Lynn Records and Lime & Dime Records. - July 14, 2017 - Momma Lynn Entertainment
Kathleen L. Johnson, MA, RMT Recognized as a Woman of Excellence by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Kathleen L. Johnson of Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania has been recognized as a Woman of Excellence by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements for over 20 years in the area of holistic and complementary wellness. About Kathleen L. Johnson, MA,... - July 14, 2017 - Strathmore Worldwide
HBR Technologies Wins Readers' Choice Award for Favorite IT Company
On July 12, 2017, ADDISON Magazine announced the winners of its annual Readers’ Choice Awards and HBR Technologies has once again been voted readers’ favorite for “Favorite IT Company.” Throughout June, votes were cast in more than 80 categories including dining,... - July 14, 2017 - HBR Technologies
Activus Solutions Expands Government Pricing and Regulatory Compliance Services Capability with the Acquisition of Government Pricing Specialists, LLC (GPS)
Activus Solutions, LLC, a strategic consulting and services firm solely focused on helping Life Science manufacturers address the challenges of their contract management operations, today announced the acquisition of substantially all assets of Government Pricing Specialists, LLC... - July 14, 2017 - Activus Solutions
Proler Steel International and Liebherr Mining & Construction Reach Settlement in Lawsuit
Liebherr Equipment Source and Proler Steel International LLC Reach Settlement in Lawsuit. - July 13, 2017 - Proler Steel International LLC
Approyo Expands Team Adding Vice President of Marketing
Approyo Hires Kyle Ackerman to head marketing efforts to strengthen global footprint. - July 13, 2017 - Approyo
Roofinox Displays Stainless Steel Roofing Products at ATAS Product Expo
Roofinox America recently joined with ATAS International, Inc. to educate more than 125 contractors, architects, engineers, distributors, and building owners about the latest advances in building materials at the ATAS Product & Education Expo. Held at the ATAS headquarters in Allentown, Pa.,... - July 13, 2017 - Roofinox
Makers Nutrition® Wins 2017 People's Choice Stevie® Award in Health and Pharmaceuticals
Health and Pharmaceuticals People's Choice Stevie® Award winner announced. - July 13, 2017 - Makers Nutrition, LLC
Arthur T. Huey Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Arthur T. Huey of Ellisville, Missouri has been recognized as a Professional Of The Year for 2017 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for his outstanding contributions and achievements for over 41 years in the field of executive recruiting. About Arthur T. Huey Art is the President of... - July 13, 2017 - Strathmore Worldwide
Composer Gabriel Dib Talks About His Creative Process After Winning the Portuguese-Brazilian Award, an International Award
Award Winning composer arrived in Los Angeles in 2013 and since then has written music for 15 TV shows including Castle (ABC), The Family (ABC), Criminal Minds and Criminal Minds Beyond Borders (CBS), as well as studio and indie feature films. - July 13, 2017 - Original Music by Gabriel Dib
BDA Advises CDx Diagnostics on Majority Recapitalization by Galen Partners
BDA Partners is pleased to announce that its client, CDx Diagnostics, has completed a majority recapitalization by Galen Partners, a healthcare-focused growth equity investment firm. CDx is an innovative cancer diagnostics company with a specific focus on detecting the precancerous precursors of... - July 13, 2017 - BDA Partners Ltd
Ocean Galleries Hosts Romero Britto for First Time Exhibition in Southern New Jersey
Ocean Galleries welcomes world-renowned pop artist, Romero Britto, for his first ever exhibition in Stone Harbor, NJ. “Romero Britto – Brilliant World of Color” will include an impressive collection of artwork and sculptures on display beginning Friday, August 4 through Tuesday, August 8, 2017. Guests can meet the enthusiastic and optimistic Romero Britto at specially gallery receptions taking place 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM on Saturday, August 5 and 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM on Sunday, August 6. - July 13, 2017 - Ocean Galleries
Preferred Jewelers International™ Exclusive, Nationwide Network Welcomes Alan Sutton Jewelry as Newest Member
Goldsboro, North Carolina Jewelry Retailer selected to offer its customers “Experiences that last a Lifetime™” - July 13, 2017 - Preferred Jewelers International
Conference for SAT, ACT; Test Prep Tutors Scheduled
Test Prep Professionals is holding its first industry conference for independent tutors and college counselors. - July 13, 2017 - Association of Test Preparation, Admissions, and Private Tutoring
Marilyn K. Gard Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Marilyn K. Gard of Sedona, Arizona has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2017 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements for over 30 years in the field of healthcare. About Marilyn K. Gard Ms. Gard is the President of Life... - July 13, 2017 - Strathmore Worldwide
Top Gun Advisors Completes 112,509 SF Lease in Brampton, Ontario
Top Gun Advisors is pleased to announce that it has successfully completed a 112,509 SF lease project located at 300 Kennedy Road Unit A Brampton, Ontario on behalf of their client, Amcor Rigid Plastics. The buyer was Orlando Corporation who was represented by Jon Brohman of the Orlando Corporation. - July 13, 2017 - Campio
Sentry Global Technologies Expands Into the Midwest
Sentry Global Technologies Expands in the Midwest with a New Office Serving the Columbus, Ohio Metro Area - July 13, 2017 - Sentry Global Technologies
Activate Group, Inc. Welcomes New Executive Coach
Multifaceted Strategist & Advisor, Theresa Pidcock Joins Activate Founder & CEO Howard Shore in Serving America’s Business Community. - July 13, 2017 - Activate Group, Inc.
Taxation with Representation Advice from a Tax Resolution Specialist
New Life Tax Resolution announced today the book launch of “Taxation with Representation,” the first book-publishing imprint for the company. - July 13, 2017 - New Life Tax Resolution
Consumers First Title Company, Inc. Celebrates a Decade of Putting the Consumer First
Ten years ago today Consumers First Title was founded on one simple premise, to be the best servicing title company in the industry by putting the Consumer First. - July 12, 2017 - Consumers First Title
AlphaFlow Launches "Tax Implications of Crowdfunding" eBook
The release of "Tax Implications Of Crowdfunding," an eBook examining tax issues investors face as they invest through real estate crowdfunding. - July 12, 2017 - AlphaFlow
Columbia Based Owner Opens 2nd Casual Pint in Lexington South Carolina
Doug Harmon, owner of The Casual Pint in the Vista section of Columbia, will open his second location in Lexington this Friday. - July 12, 2017 - The Casual Pint
BDA Advises International Paper on Sale of Its China Foodservice Business to Huhtamaki
BDA Partners is pleased to announce that its client, International Paper, the world’s largest pulp and paper company, has agreed to sell its foodservice business in China to the Finland-based packaging specialist, Huhtamaki Oyj. The transaction is expected to complete in the coming months,... - July 12, 2017 - BDA Partners Ltd