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Teleperformance U.S.A Expands in Abilene, Texas
Creates 200 New Jobs - July 16, 2016 - Teleperformance
Keith C. S. Siu Honored as a Professional of the Year for Two Consecutive Years by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Keith C. S. Siu of Honolulu, Hawaii has been honored as a Professional of the Year for 2015 and 2016 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding achievements and high level of success in the government field. About Keith C. S. Siu (See-You) Mr. Siu is the Courts... - July 16, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
Patricia M. Rotondi Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Patricia M. Rotondi of Palatine, Illinois has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2016 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of accounting. About Patricia M. Rotondi Ms. Rotondi has over 26 years... - July 16, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
Barbara McGuire Recognized as a VIP for Two Consecutive Years by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Barbara McGuire of Riverton, Wyoming has been recognized as a VIP for 2015 and 2016 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of creative writing. About Barbara McGuire Ms. McGuire has over 50 years experience in the... - July 16, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) - Market Insights, Epidemiology and Market Forecast-2022
DelveInsight is a leading Business Consultant and Market Research Firm which has become the knowledge partner for biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies by providing competitive intelligence information which aids them to strategize and discover the target areas & potential customers for their products. - July 16, 2016 - DelveInsight
US Lighting Group to Appear at Next Week’s RNC in Cleveland
The Trump organization has personally invited Paul Spivak, CEO of US Lighting Group, to appear at next week’s Republican National Convention after a member of the Trump team met with Mr. Spivak and his team at their Eastlake, Ohio facility a few weeks ago. - July 15, 2016 - US Lighting Group
Ignite Visibility Named Among the Fastest Growing Private Companies in San Diego
Ignite Visibility, a premier Internet marketing company, was recognized by the San Diego Business Journal among the top 10 Fastest Growing Private Companies in San Diego County. To qualify for the list, private companies must be based out of San Diego, CA, be in business since January 2013 and... - July 15, 2016 - Ignite Visibility
Rust Bullet, LLC Announces Rust Bullet Clear Coat for Concrete
Rust Bullet, LLC today announced availability of a clear, anti-skid top coat designed to be used with its Rust Bullet for Concrete coating - July 15, 2016 - Rust Bullet, LLC
HotelsPro Appointed New Sales Manager for UK and Ireland
HotelsPro, a leading global travel wholesaler and a part of MetGlobal Group of Companies, officially announced the appointment of a new sales manager for its UK and Ireland market. - July 15, 2016 - HotelsPro
Professional of the Year 2016, Jerry Brown to be Honored with a Times Square, New York Appearance by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Jerry Brown of Fort Wayne, Indiana has been recognized by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals as the Executive of the Year 2016 for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Church, Home Audio Services. He will be honored with a Times Square, NYC appearance on July 15, 2016. - July 15, 2016 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Feeding Frenzy Announces Their First Round of Entrepreneurs for Their July 20th Event in Jacksonville
Feeding Frenzy is a revolutionary new company helping entrepreneurs get their ideas off the ground. They are bringing local entrepreneurs and real investors...the middle class, together into one room. It's going to be quite the frenzy, but who is presenting? What ideas are taking the stage? - July 15, 2016 - Feeding Frenzy
GSF Mortgage Names Debbie Beier Chief Operating Officer
GSF Mortgage is pleased to name Debbie Beier as chief operating officer of GSF Mortgage. Previously the general manager, Beier will focus on making each department more efficient and break down the barriers between operations and sales. She will also work on increasing the service level standard at... - July 15, 2016 - GoGSF
Chicago & Quad Cities Photographer, Martha Bravo Earns Certification
Chicago & Quad Cities Photographer Earns Certification! Martha Bravo of Martha Bravo Photography joins prestigious group as a Certified Professional Photographer (CPP). Martha Bravo, CPP of Martha Bravo Photography in Clinton, Iowa has earned the Certified Professional Photographer (CPP)... - July 15, 2016 - Martha Bravo Photography
ABYC Expands Outreach to Help Solve Skilled Workforce Needs
The marine industry as a whole is facing a shortage of qualified marine technicians. Ranging from boatyards to manufacturers, the industry is worth over $121 billion to the U.S. economy. With over 34,800 businesses employing close to 500,000 people, the marine sector is in need of a skilled workforce. - July 15, 2016 - ABYC
The Knowledge Group Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on How to Design Effective Consumer Surveys for Trademark and False Advertising Cases: Practical Guide
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, announced today that it has scheduled a live webcast entitled: How to Design Effective Consumer Surveys for Trademark and False Advertising Cases: Practical Guide. This two-hour... - July 15, 2016 - The Knowledge Group
The Knowledge Group Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on Reinventing Your HR Operations with Effective HR Technologies and Human Capital Management Solutions
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, announced today that it has scheduled a live webcast entitled: Reinventing Your HR Operations with Effective HR Technologies and Human Capital Management Solutions. This two-hour... - July 15, 2016 - The Knowledge Group
Chris Monk, Managing Director with Protiviti, to Speak at The Knowledge Group’s Webinar: Vendor Risk Management for Banks & Financial Institutions on August 4
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, announces today that Chris Monk, a Managing Director with Protiviti, will speak at The Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “Vendor Risk Management for Banks &... - July 15, 2016 - The Knowledge Group
Clarizen’s Latest Release Offers Portfolio Optimization and Strategic Resource Planning to Better Align Projects with Key Business Goals
Comprehensive Release Also Includes New SharePoint Integration, Enhanced JIRA Integration and Usability Features for Improved Engagement and Effectiveness - July 14, 2016 - Clarizen
Barry Marlin Joins Private Bank of Decatur Team
Private Bank of Buckhead has named Barry Marlin a Vice President and Relationship Manager for Private Bank of Decatur, a division of the bank, which also includes PrivatePlus Mortgage. Marlin brings 12 years of relationship management and eight years of commercial lending experience to his position. - July 14, 2016 - Private Bank of Decatur
Rust Bullet, LLC Announces Extended Distribution Deal with Thai Marine Protection
Rust Bullet, LLC Products Now Available in Laos, Cambodia and Myanmar. - July 14, 2016 - Rust Bullet, LLC
Jody M. Deery Honored by Strathmore’s Who’s Who
Jody M. Deery, of Rockford, Illinois, has recently been honored as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore’s Who’s Who for her outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Leisure Sports and Recreation. - July 14, 2016 - Strathmore Who's Who
ISKCON Turns 50
July 13th the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) celebrated the 50th anniversary of its incorporation. Iskcon of Houston will celebrate on August 25th with a Festival of Flowers at 1320 West 34th Street in Houston. - July 14, 2016 - Iskcon of Houston
Tangible IP Announces Immediate Availability of Digital Advertising Patent Portfolio
Tangible IP specializes in selling high-quality unencumbered patents and has now brokered the sale of over 2000 patent assets since its inception and has returned tens of millions of dollars back to inventors, shareholders and patent owners. - July 14, 2016 - Tangible IP, LLC
Innovation Guide Accepting Summer 2016 Submissions
Publication Supports Mission of CarolinaTechNews, North and South Carolina's Technology News Source. - July 14, 2016 - Innovative Public Relations
Investors Rush to Reserve Their Place in the First Crowdfunded Silicon Valley Venture Fund
KXTER reservations cross $1 million threshold – Crowdfunder now closed – WeFunder round still open. - July 13, 2016 - KXTER INC.
Hazmat Training Comes to Dallas
Environmental Resource Center, the leading provider of environmental and safety training, will present mandatory RCRA and DOT training in Dallas, TX. - July 13, 2016 - Environmental Resource Center
The James J. Hill Center Selects O’Neill Board Chair, Welcomes Three New Board Members. Organization Strengthens Ties to St. Paul Entrepreneurial Community.
O’Neill, a third generation St. Paul attorney, joined the Board in 2013 and is a partner at the law firm of Larson King where he focuses his practice on professional liability and business service litigation. He is a graduate of St. Olaf College and earned his J.D. at the William Mitchell College of Law. - July 13, 2016 - James J. Hill Center
Jorgenson Consulting Welcomes Dianne Reid as Managing Director
Jorgenson Consulting is proud to announce and welcome Dianne Reid as the company’s Managing Director of the New York City office. Reid will be responsible for business development, executive search and client management. - July 13, 2016 - Jorgenson Consulting, Inc.
Self Storage in Valdosta, GA, Sold
Georgia Self Storage, located in Valdosta, GA, was sold in June to a regional buyer and commanded a sales price of approximately $60 per RSF. The buyer formed an LLC for the purpose of acquiring the facility. Dale C. Eisenman, CCIM, of Midcoast Properties, Inc., a leading self storage broker in... - July 13, 2016 - Midcoast Properties, Inc.
Amy Stone Joins Atlanta-Based National Mortgage Company, PrivatePlus Mortgage
PrivatePlus Mortgage, a division of Private Bank of Buckhead & Decatur, has named Amy Stone as a Vice President and Mortgage Banker. With almost 20 years of experience in the mortgage lending industry, Stone believes that helping people is the greatest aspect of her job. - July 13, 2016 - PrivatePlus Mortgage
Kent Van Liere with NERA Economic Consulting to Speak at the Knowledge Group’s How to Design Effective Consumer Surveys for Trademark and False Advertising Event
Kent Van Liere, Senior Vice President, NERA Economic Consulting to Speak at the Knowledge Group’s How to Design Effective Consumer Surveys for Trademark and False Advertising Cases: Practical Guide Live Webcast. - July 13, 2016 - The Knowledge Group
PECB Signs a Partnership Agreement with Eurl GESTS
“ISO standards are designed to help professionals utilize the latest developments of standards to attract and enroll the right students. Eurl Gests will seamlessly integrate with PECB’s vision to enable organizations to harness the latest communications technology,” said Eric Lachapelle, CEO of PECB. - July 13, 2016 - PECB
Aaron Yeater, Managing Principal, Analysis Group, Inc. to Speak at The Knowledge Group’s Hart-Scott-Rodino Act Event
Aaron Yeater, Managing Principal, Analysis Group, Inc. to Speak at The Knowledge Group’s Hart-Scott-Rodino Act: Recent Developments Uncovered - July 13, 2016 - The Knowledge Group
Dade Moeller Health Group Announces Name Change to Versant Medical Physics and Radiation Safety
Dade Moeller Health Group announces departure from Dade Moeller & Associates after management buyout and name change to Versant Medical Physics and Radiation Safety. - July 13, 2016 - Versant Medical Physics and Radiation Safety
Dwight C. Smith, III, Partner with Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP to Speak at The Knowledge Group’s Vendor Risk Management for Banks & Financial Institutions
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Dwight C. Smith, III, Partner with Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP will speak at The Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “Vendor Risk... - July 13, 2016 - The Knowledge Group
Academy Medical Partnership with Acelity Strengthens Regenerative Medicine Offering to Federally Funded Medical Facilities
Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business, Academy Medical, has forged a partnership with Acelity, a globally diversified wound care and regenerative medicine company, to distribute the company’s full line of regenerative medicine products including ALLODERM™ Regenerative Tissue Matrix and STRATTICE™ Reconstructive Tissue Matrix within the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and Indian Health Services (IHS) centers. - July 12, 2016 - Academy Medical
Spotlight Capital Holdings Corporation (OTCMKTS: SLCH) Announces a Shareholders Update
Spotlight Capital Holdings Inc. (OTCMKTS: SLCH) is pleased to provide shareholders with an update on the Company’s activities. During this calendar year, the management at Spotlight has been reorganizing its financial structure to raise funds for the Company’s operations and/or projects... - July 12, 2016 - Spotlight Capital Holdings
Hazmat Training Comes to Greensboro
Environmental Resource Center, the leading provider of environmental and safety training, will present mandatory RCRA and DOT training in Greensboro, NC. - July 12, 2016 - Environmental Resource Center
Durante Rentals Opens Their Seventh Location in Brewster, NY
New hub is their second in Putnam County and offers 13 acres of construction equipment and tools for rental, sale or service. - July 12, 2016 - Durante Rentals
Napa County Water, Forest and Oak Woodland Protection Committee Announces Hearing to Protect Napa’s Watersheds, Water Sources & Forests
Napa County Water and Forest Protection Initiative held up by County filed litigation. A critical Superior Court hearing is set for Friday, July 15, 9:00, Napa Superior Court, 1111 Third St., Napa, CA. 94559. - July 12, 2016 - Napa Woodland Protection
Teli Communications Expands Private Label Options
Teli.net offers full customer control of private label and private branding options for Resellers and VARS to sell their own branded VoIP and SMS service. Complete end-user customer billing is now included. - July 12, 2016 - Teli Communications
King's Creek Plantation Selects Equiant to Service Loan and Maintenance Fee Receivables
King's Creek Plantation LLC of Williamsburg, Va., has selected Equiant of Scottsdale, Ariz., to service its mortgage loan and maintenance fee receivables. “Once we saw what was possible with their technology and how that translates into significantly better information for us and for our... - July 12, 2016 - Equiant
BrightMove Recognized as GrowFL Announces 2016 Florida Companies to Watch Finalists
BrightMove Recruiting Software was among the first round of 2016 Florida Companies to Watch finalists recently announced by GrowFL. The awards event - now in its sixth year - honors 50 select second-stage companies from throughout the state. - July 12, 2016 - BrightMove
Lights, Camera, Action with Desert Wind Films - Informal Casting Call for Fort Worth Film/TV Production Company & Free Moving Screening at Launch Party on July 14
Director Producer Returns to Fort Worth to Expand Multi-Million Production Company in North Texas. Local Production for “A Broken Bridge” Film and “Before I Forget” Television Series begins in Fall. Public Invited to Free Screening of “Brother’s Keeper” (2015) on Thursday, July 14. - July 12, 2016 - Desert Wind Films
Global Facility Management & Construction Promotes Stacy Brown to Vice President, Strategic Planning
Global Facility Management & Construction is pleased to announce the promotion of Stacy Brown to Vice President, Strategic Planning. In her new role, Stacy will influence the direction of future business, including internal policies and procedures. Stacy has been with Global for 2 years and... - July 11, 2016 - Global Facility Management & Construction
Lumastrobe Warning Lights, the Leader in Safety Warning Lights, Launches New Website with New Diverse Range of Products, Custom Orders and Top Professional Service
Lumastrobe Warning Lights invites all safety professionals to visit www.lumastrobe.com to see their improved line of tried and tested safety warning light products. Growing everyday Lumastrobe continues to set the precedent in providing only the best quality products to safety professionals and is looking to expand its reach even further. With more products to come and a vast following of satisfied customers Lumastrobe Warning Lights is reaching new heights. - July 11, 2016 - Lumastrobe Warning Lights
MAYA Simulation Selected by Spike Aerospace to Help Develop the First Supersonic Business Jet
MAYA Simulation Inc. is pleased to announce that it will provide support to Spike Aerospace Inc. to help develop the world’s first supersonic business jet and its digital twin. The complexity of delivering a Supersonic Jet like Spike S-512 requires a global collaboration of aerospace... - July 11, 2016 - Maya HTT
Connecticut Artist Rita Paradis Accepted for 10th Time in the Colored Pencil Society's International Exhibition
While it is an accomplishment to be accepted into any art exhibition, multiple acceptances into national and international shows makes a rather strong point that an artist is a master of his or her craft. “Rita Paradis is a true master of colored pencil,” says Joan Pilarczyk, Director of Artsplace. - July 11, 2016 - ArtParadise
Art Paradise and Petals & Paws Team Up for "Paint Your Pet" Art Class Series in West Hartford, CT
Art Paradise and Petals & Paws team up for "Paint Your Pet" art class series in West Hartford, CT. Join National Award Winning Artist Rita Paradis for a special art class series and learn how to create a work of beauty honoring your very own beloved cat, dog, bird, hedge hog, or... - July 11, 2016 - ArtParadise
Bark Busters Introduces The WaggTagg in Time for Lost Pet Prevention Month
In honor of Lost Pet Prevention Month, Bark Busters introduces the WaggTagg, a pet identification tag that makes it easy to find a lost dog. - July 11, 2016 - Bark Busters