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CEO and Founder of Jazzercise, Judi Sheppard Missett Named a World Changer
On July 1, 2016, the San Diego Union Tribune honored Jazzercise, Inc. CEO and Founder Judi Sheppard Missett as one of 40 "San Diegans Who Have Changed the World." - July 06, 2016 - Jazzercise, Inc.
New Dolls Look to Take Advantage of Tide Toward Political Incorrectness During Election Season
A new company is looking to make a unique and funny collectible a hot selling item during the 2016 election season. With no shortage of humor targeting the two major political parties as the elections approach, PIC Dolls has announced the availability of plush dolls that are far from politically... - July 06, 2016 - PIC Dolls Inc
Jeffery A. Stec with Charles River Associates to Speak at the Knowledge Group’s How to Design Effective Consumer Surveys for Trademark and False Advertising Cases Event
Jeffery A. Stec, Vice President, Charles River Associates to Speak at the Knowledge Group’s How to Design Effective Consumer Surveys for Trademark and False Advertising Cases: Practical Guide Live Webcast. - July 06, 2016 - The Knowledge Group
Kay Sanders to Host the Business Excellence Summit
Kay Sanders will be hosting the "Business Excellence Summit" - an educational virtual summit starting from July 11 to July 29, 2016. - July 06, 2016 - Kay Sanders Coaching
Dassault Aviation Uses Bruel & Kjaer Noise Data Acquisition System for Falcon 8X Business Jet Certification Program
Dassault Aviation has performed noise certification tests on their new Falcon 8X business jet, using an acoustic data acquisition and analysis system from Brüel & Kjær. - July 06, 2016 - Bruel & Kjær UK
Australia’s Top Franchise Mortgage Brokerages Revealed
MPA magazine has released the Top 10 Franchise Brokerages list for 2016 which features the nation’s top performing brokerage businesses. - July 06, 2016 - Key Media
Atlanta Company Wins Global Startup Award and Funding
Atlanta Tech Village based startup, Trust Stamp received a Gold Award together with over $110,000 of funding and other benefits from the Publicis Group at Viva Technology in Paris. - July 05, 2016 - Trust Stamp
Judge Allows Class Action Against HSBC USA to Proceed for Allegedly Assisting Ponzi Scheme
Court Denies HSBC USA's Motion to Dismiss Alleged Ponzi Scheme Case Citing Sufficient Allegations in Complaint Regarding Alleged Knowledge and Substantial Assistance to WCM777 Fraud. - July 05, 2016 - Law Offices of Julio J. Ramos
Baila Baila Spanish Through Music and Movement Opens in Santa Monica
Baila Baila is an innovative studio where parents and kids ages 0 to 5 can sing, dance and play while learning Spanish. - July 05, 2016 - Baila Baila
Apple & Donate Life America Bring National Organ Donor Registration to iPhone
Apple® and Donate Life America announced today that, for the first time ever, iPhone® users will be able to legally register to be an organ, eye and tissue donor right from the Health app with the release of iOS 10 scheduled for this Fall. With just a few taps, iPhone users can learn more and take action through the simple sign up process. - July 05, 2016 - Association of Organ Procurement Organizations (AOPO)
Provincetown Artist Shania LeClaire Riviere Continues to Capture Attention with Visual and "Drag Fusion" Art
Internationally lauded visual and "drag fusion" artist Shania LeClaire Riviere continues an eclectic year of art that has already included an Orlando Tribute which he shared with legendary film director John Waters; a tribute painting selected for Solidarity Through Pride in Boston; several shows of his My Weekend in Provincetown series of drawings and watercolors. He continues with #ARTONSHANIA, 8@8 art events at acclaimed 8 Dyer Hotel and a preview of new prints at AMP. - July 05, 2016 - ARTONSHANIA
Start Digital Launches New Website for Floors of Distinction
Perth web design agency, Start Digital, have designed and developed a new website for timber flooring company Floors of Distinction. It was recently launched to widen praise. - July 05, 2016 - Start Digital
Agar Market to expand at a CAGR of 2.6%, by 2026
Future Market Insights has announced the addition of the “Agar Market: Global Industry Analysis and Opportunity Assessment, 2016 - 2026” report to their offering. - July 03, 2016 - Future Market Insights
Peter F. Booth Recognized as a Professional of the Year for Two Consecutive Years by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Peter F. Booth of New Milford, Connecticut has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2015 and 2016 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of chemical manufacturing. About Peter F. Booth Mr. Booth has over... - July 02, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
Carl W. McGee Recognized as a VIP by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Carl W. McGee of Dallas, Texas has been recognized as a VIP for 2016 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of healthcare. About Carl W. McGee Mr. McGee has over 17 years experience in the healthcare field. He is the Lab... - July 02, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
O-Ring 15800-359-8EH New PMA Part Release
Seginus Inc. is pleased to introduce 15800-359-8EH, O-Ring. - July 02, 2016 - Seginus Aerospace LLC
Midas Hospitality Celebrates 10th Anniversary
St. Louis' hotel management group achieves business milestone. - July 02, 2016 - Midas Hospitality
Judy Jandl and Jerry Jandl Retiring
Sigma Fasteners, Inc., a manufacturer, and distributor of engineered and high-pressure bolting products, announced today that founding President, Judy Jandl and Vice President, Jerry Jandl are retiring. Cris Baker new President of Sigma Fasteners, with over 25 years of fastener experience steps to the plate with a talented group of industry veterans ready to carry Sigma Fasteners into the future. - July 01, 2016 - Sigma Fasteners, Inc.
Genesis Auction Group Announces a New Auction of 3/2 Brick Home in Lubbock, TX
Genesis Auction Group announces the upcoming auction of a 3/2 brick home on 1/2 acre in Lubbock, TX scheduled to sell on Monday, July 18, 2016 at 2:00pm. This is the first time it is offered on the auction block and is unique as it is outside the city limits – therefore city taxes will not be... - July 01, 2016 - Genesis Auction Group
Hall of Fame Member, Joyce L. Morrison, to be Honored with a Times Square, New York City Appearance on July 1, 2016 by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Joyce L. Morrison of St. Joseph, Missouri, has attained recognition in America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals and Strathmore’s Who’s Who. She will be honored with a Times Square, New York City appearance on Friday, July 1, 2016. - July 01, 2016 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Esteemed Roundtable Member, David H. Deming Has Recently Been Recognized by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals as Professional of the Year 2016
David H. Deming of New York, NY, has attained recognition in America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals as Professional of the Year 2016 for his accomplishments in Financial Management. - July 01, 2016 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Strathmore's Worldwide Women of Excellence Supports The National Association for Female Executives (NAFE)
Strathmore’s Worldwide Women of Excellence of Farmingdale, New York is proud to be affiliated and to support the National Association for Female Executives (NAFE), and will be attending the National Association for Female Executives (NAFE) Session at the 2016 Multicultural Women’s... - July 01, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide Women of Excellence
Jeffrey L. Greenacre, CAM, CMCA, CPM Honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Jeffrey L. Greenacre, CAM, CMCA, CPM of Tampa, Florida has been honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding achievements and high level of success in the field of real estate. About Jeffrey L. Greenacre, CAM, CMCA, CPM Mr. - July 01, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
Eldon Riggs Hugie, Esq. Honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Eldon Riggs Hugie, Esq. of Bakersfield, California has been honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award in 2016 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and high level of success in the fields of law, taxes and business. About Eldon Riggs Hugie,... - July 01, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
John V. Sullivan Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
John V. Sullivan of Islip, New York has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2016 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of information technology. About John V. Sullivan Mr. Sullivan has over 25 years... - July 01, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
BSCAI Wraps Up 2016 Executive Management Conference
Building Service Contractors Association International (BSCAI) has wrapped up their 2016 Executive Management Conference in Clearwater, Florida. This year’s conference took place May 19 – 21, and is considered a great success as it sold out for the first time since it’s re-launch as an Executive Team Retreat for Building Service Contracting firms. - July 01, 2016 - Building Service Contractors Association
SunnEvents Celebrates 3rd Annual Caribbean Flow Friday
High Energy Celebration Infused with Caribbean Culture and Set to Caribbean Music. - July 01, 2016 - SunnEvents & Consulting
Effective Risk Management Through Risk Governance
Enterprise Risk Academy launches Risk Governance master classes to help directors and board members manage potential risk. - July 01, 2016 - Enterprise Risk Management Academy
Natural Killer Cells - Competitive Landscape, Technology and Pipeline Analysis, 2016
The report provides information on the therapeutic development based on the Natural Killer Cells across 35+ pipeline drugs and 20+ companies active in this field. DelevInsight's Report also provides the comparative analysis of Natural Killer Cells at various stages of development like... - July 01, 2016 - DelveInsight
Free John Maxwell Leadership Training in San Diego
Nathan Gallegos, certified John Maxwell Team Speaker, Trainer and Coach, is offering free 45-60 min leadership training sessions to San Diego areas businesses, schools and churches with 10 or more participants. "The goal," Gallegos explains, "is to help develop strong leadership skills in our business owners, educators and religious leaders and increase the success of our local communities. At the end of the day, the leadership training provided will benefit us all." - July 01, 2016 - The John Maxwell Team
Bruce Lev Releases New Album "The Declaration of IndependenTS"
Singer-songwriter Bruce Lev is proud to announce the release of his new album "The Declaration of IndependenTS" The CD was recorded at Arrowhead Studio in Peoria, AZ over a three-year period since the release of Bruce's debut CD in 2012. Two tracks from the album, "Catwoman"... - June 30, 2016 - LevSongs Productions
Baebies Appoints Former Medtronic CEO and Illumina Ventures Founding Partner to Its Board of Directors
Baebies, Inc., a company focused on advancing newborn screening and pediatric testing, today announced that William A. Hawkins and Nicholas Naclerio, PhD have joined the company’s Board of Directors effective immediately. Mr. Hawkins is the retired Chairman and CEO of Medtronic, a... - June 30, 2016 - Baebies, Inc.
CloudWave Named by Hewlett Packard Enterprise as a Preferred Healthcare Network Partner
CloudWave recognized as a premier provider of HPE technology solutions for MEDITECH hospitals and healthcare organizations - June 30, 2016 - CloudWave
Hazmat Training Comes to Macon
Environmental Resource Center, the leading provider of environmental and safety training, will present mandatory RCRA and DOT training in Macon, GA. - June 30, 2016 - Environmental Resource Center
Prosidyan Announces an Exclusive Joint Collaboration and License Agreement with MO-SCI Corporation for an Exciting New Technology
New Jersey based company Prosidyan, Inc. (www.prosidyan.com), developer of proprietary fiber-based bioactive glass orthobiologics products, announced today that it has entered into an exclusive joint collaboration and license agreement with MO-SCI Corporation of Rolla, Missouri for an exciting new... - June 30, 2016 - Prosidyan, Inc.
Casa Dorada Awarded 2016 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence
Recognized as a Top Performing Resort as Reviewed by Travelers on the World’s Largest Travel Site. - June 30, 2016 - Casa Dorada Los Cabos Resort & Spa
Roadster Launches eCommerce Solution for Dealers
Roadster, the leader in eCommerce solutions for car buying and leasing, today announced that it will be making its best in class, mobile first, eCommerce platform available as a white labeled solution for dealers. Called Express Storefront, Roadster’s eCommerce platform will now give dealers... - June 30, 2016 - Roadster
BDA Advises Terex on Sale of Its German Compact Construction Equipment Business to Yanmar
BDA Partners is pleased to announce that its client, Terex Corporation ("Terex"), has agreed to sell its compact construction equipment ("CCE") business in Germany for approximately US$60m to Yanmar Holdings, a Japanese manufacturer of diesel engines, machinery, and equipment. - June 30, 2016 - BDA Partners Ltd
Ravi Padmanabhan Joins Indevia Accounting as SVP
Ravi Padmanabhan has joined the restaurant accounting team at Indevia as Senior Vice President of Operations and Service Delivery. - June 30, 2016 - Indevia Accounting
Wireless Bridge Leader, LightPointe, Announces Investment in Visible Light Communications and LiFi Company to Provide End-to-End Outdoor and Indoor Solutions
Firefly Wireless Networks has launched after two years in “stealth mode,” with LightPointe’s R&D labs in San Diego, California serving as the technology incubator. LightPointe manufactures outdoor 60 GHz, 70 GHz, and 80 GHz radios, and formed Firefly to offer indoor wireless solutions which avoid the radio congestion, security, and interference issues associated with WiFi access points. - June 30, 2016 - LightPointe Communications, Inc.
Hopper Joins Mars National Bank as Assistant Vice President, Mortgage Lending
Deborah A. Hopper joined Mars National Bank as Assistant Vice President, Mortgage Lending. Ms. Hopper has over 13 years of banking experience, including retail management and loan origination. She will be responsible for developing and managing client relationships, particularly focusing on Butler... - June 30, 2016 - Mars Bank
Professional of the Year 2015 Denise Campbell Has Now Been Honored as a Lifetime VIP Member by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals
For her achievements and accomplishments in the field of Physical Therapy, Denise Campbell of Las Cruces, New Mexico was named Professional of the Year 2015 by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals. She is now honored as a Lifetime VIP Member. - June 30, 2016 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Professional of the Year 2015, Donald W. Austin, Now Honored as a Lifetime VIP Member in America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Donald W. Austin of Davenport, Iowa, has been recognized as Professional of the Year 2015 in America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Compliance Management-Postal Service. He is now honored as a Lifetime VIP Member. - June 30, 2016 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Constantior and Phast Provide New Courses for Public Health Professionals
Constantior has worked with Phast ( Public Health Action Support Team ) for many years providing courses specifically tailored to the needs of Public Health Professionals. These courses have been related to Leadership Skills, Team Management, Influencing Skills, and Strategic Thinking and Planning... - June 30, 2016 - Constantior
Laura L. Flippin, Partner with DLA Piper LLP to Speak at The Knowledge Group’s FCPA/Anti-Corruption Compliance in Pharma/Life Sciences Industry
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Laura L. Flippin, Partner with DLA Piper LLP will speak at The Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “FCPA/Anti-Corruption Compliance in... - June 30, 2016 - The Knowledge Group
Tangible IP Announces Immediate Availability of Internet Advertising Patent Portfolio with Evidence of Use
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. - June 30, 2016 - Tangible IP, LLC
Best Practices in Governance & Generational Transition for Family Business Enterprises
Global Research Study Results Revealed at an Exclusive Event in Zurich, Featuring Keys to Success for Family Offices - June 30, 2016 - Headwaters SC, LP
Adsale Partners with SpecialChem to Provide Free Universal Selectors Online Databases
Adsale Publishing Ltd, a member company of Adsale Group and the publisher of the China Plastic & Rubber Journal (CPRJ) (www.adsalecprj.com) and operator of several websites in China related to plastics industry, announced its partnership today with SpecialChem (www.specialchem.com), the B2B... - June 30, 2016 - Special Chem
Thinking of Moving to Canada? Karmak Publications Author Reveals What Americans Need to Know about the U.S.'s Northern Neighbor.
As Canada Day approaches on July 1st, Canada and Justin Trudeau have a high profile on the world stage. Google Alerts reported a record number of searches for "move to Canada" since Super Tuesday. Canadian-American author Robert Martichenko can discuss what it was like to grow up in northern Canada, and offer helpful advice for Americans who are considering living in Canada. Martichenko is the award-winning author of "Drift and Hum." - June 29, 2016 - Karmack Publications LLC
Safety Center Creates Youth Advisory Council with Funding from The Allstate Foundation
Empowering high school students to make a difference in the world. - June 29, 2016 - Safety Center