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Radio Theater Production of the Historical Fiction Adventure "Mister Tidwell, Gunner" at the L. Ron Hubbard Theatre in Hollywood
For family friendly things to do in LA, attend a live theater production of “Mister Tidwell, Gunner” by L. Ron Hubbard on Saturday, January 16. - January 12, 2016 - Galaxy Press
Richard Slimmen, Managing Director, Transfer Pricing & Valuation, Quantera Global to Speak at the Knowledge Group’s OECD Base Erosion and Profit Shifting Plans
Richard Slimmen, Managing Director, Transfer Pricing & Valuation, Quantera Global to Speak at the Knowledge Group’s OECD Base Erosion and Profit Shifting Plans: What You Need to Know in 2016 - January 12, 2016 - The Knowledge Group
Denver Edwards, Partner, Bryant Rabbino LLP to Speak at KG’s Event
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Denver Edwards, Partner will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “The SEC and Cyber Security: What Broker Dealers and Investment... - January 12, 2016 - The Knowledge Group
John Glabach, P.E. Joins Apex Companies as Regional Manager
Apex Companies, LLC – a leading energy, water resources and environmental consulting and engineering firm – announced today that John Glabach, P.E., P.M.P., ENV SP, has joined as the Regional Manager of the company’s Mid-Continental Region. Mr. Glabach brings more than 17 years... - January 11, 2016 - Apex Companies, LLC
Absolute Capital Ranked as One of America’s Fastest Growing Companies in the Inc. 5000
Absolute Capital has now been ranked as one of America’s fastest growing companies for five years in a row. Brian Osborn, Managing Director at Absolute Capital states “We are extremely proud to achieve these honors. It is a direct reflection of our team’s abilities and the... - January 11, 2016 - Absolute Capital Portfolio Management Group
Wilde Agency Releases 2nd Research Study on Behavioral Economics
Explores how to motivate Millennials to alter their behavior with respect to retirement savings and life insurance - January 11, 2016 - Universal Wilde
Diligent Benefits Launches a New Breed of Insurance Services
Diligent Insurance Services, a leader in new age insurance services announced that it has launched Diligent Benefits to provide personalized services for consumers to select individualized insurance and financial products. Diligent Benefits does not simply quote and sell insurance policies, but... - January 11, 2016 - Diligent Insurance Services
BÜHLMANN Laboratories Opens North American Affiliate
BÜHLMANN Laboratories is proud to announce the availability of its products directly from its new North American affiliate, BUHLMANN Diagnostics Corp (BDC) in Southern New Hampshire. - January 11, 2016 - BUHLMANN Diagnostics Corp
Advertise.com CEO Recognized by Industry Leaders for Innovation
Advertise.com joins other advertising tech industry leaders in recognizing CEO Daniel Yomtobian as an innovator and business leader. Advertise.com benefits significantly from the leadership and creative genius of Yomtobian - under his expert guidance, the company has become one of the world's... - January 10, 2016 - Advertise.com
The Knowledge Group Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on the SEC and Cyber Security: What Broker Dealers and Investment Advisers Must Know in 2016
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: The SEC and Cyber Security: What Broker Dealers and Investment Advisers Must Know in 2016. This two-hour event is... - January 10, 2016 - The Knowledge Group
AT&S Shows Growth with Revenue Up 76%
American Trailer and Storage (“AT&S”, www.ATandSonline.com) closed out 2015 with exceptional growth and success. When compared to 2014, AT&S revenues are up 76%. In addition to the growth in revenue, AT&S acquired Arch Trailer Sales, Inc. and added personnel to their Midwest... - January 09, 2016 - American Trailer & Storage, Inc.
Soon to be Released Messaging App - a Game Changer in the World of Social Messaging Platforms
“AppU2" Messenger Has Created a Whole New Paradigm in the Way People Communicate & Interact. This smart, proprietary cross-platform uses a smartphone’s data plan, general internet or Wi-Fi to transmit and receive text and multimedia messages, contact information, pages, recommendations, places and more, in high speed. AppU2 will be available on iOS, Android and Windows Phone operating systems. - January 09, 2016 - AppU2
topseos.com Reveals Sachs Marketing Group as the Eighth Top Agency for the Month of January 2016
topseos.com, the leading provider on reviews and ratings in online marketing, has named Sachs Marketing Group the eighth best local SEO company for January 2016. - January 09, 2016 - topseos.com
Paul Sewards Named Indiepay Chief Marketing Officer
Indiepay, the fastest growing provider of payroll, financial and tax credits services to the film and tv industry, today announced the appointment of Paul Sewards as Chief Marketing Officer, effective immediately. - January 09, 2016 - Indiepay
Sharon A. Burt Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Sharon A. Burt of San Diego, California was recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2015 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of finance. About Sharon A. Burt Ms. Burt has over 45 years experience in the financial... - January 09, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
Edward Oates, Partner, Carpmaels & Ransford LLP to Speak at the Knowledge Group’s Strategic Patent Portfolio and Lifecycle Development for Pharma & Biotech Industries
Edward Oates, Partner, Carpmaels & Ransford LLP to Speak at the Knowledge Group’s Strategic Patent Portfolio and Lifecycle Development for Pharma & Biotech Industries in 2016 Live Webcast - January 09, 2016 - The Knowledge Group
Sarah Hughes Joins Strategic Pension Group as Director of Client Management
In their recent growth, Strategic Pension Group has added Sarah Hughes to their team as Director, Client Management. In this position, Hughes will consult with clients to establish best practices, conduct comprehensive committee meetings, and assist in managing fiduciary obligations of... - January 09, 2016 - Strategic Pension Group
Strategic Pension Group Hires Jennifer L. McCoy as Senior Director, Client Management
Jennifer L. McCoy has joined the Strategic Pension Group as their Senior Director of Client Management, where she will be assisting clients in identifying their retirement plan needs and aligning plan design and administration to maximize their goals. With 20 years of experience, McCoy is an... - January 09, 2016 - Strategic Pension Group
Local Advisor Honored with Inaugural 2015 Top Retirement Women Advisor
Shannon Maloney wins Inaugural NAPA (National Associate of Plan Advisors) Top Women Retirement Advisor All Star Award. - January 09, 2016 - Strategic Pension Group
Les Facettes Exhibits the Works of Maestro Enrico Cirio (14 to 30 January 2016)
From 14 to 30 January 2016, Les Facettes presents in Geneva the very first anthological exhibition dedicated to the genius and works of the great Italian goldsmith and designer Enrico Cirio. Approximately twenty unique works of art will be on show for the first museum exhibition dedicated to Enrico Cirio in Switzerland. - January 08, 2016 - Les Facettes
ICSOFT Partnered with CrowdReviews.com; Announces 11th International Joint Conference on Software Technologies, ICSOFT 2016
The eleventh edition of the ICSOFT Conference (The 11th International Joint Conference on Software Technologies) organized by INSTICC (Institute for Systems and Technologies of Information, Control and Communication) will take place from 24 to 26 of July 2016 in Lisbon, Portugal. The purpose of... - January 08, 2016 - topseos.com
Yurizk Academy Launches New Islamic Economics Course with Award Winning Author & Islamic Economist
The seven week accelerated course aims to develop future research scholars, economists, academic scholars, and industry thought leaders in Islamic Economics, Banking & Finance - January 08, 2016 - Yurizk
Butch Bellah Launches My Biz Coach
Nationally recognized speaker, author and trainer Butch Bellah has announced the launch of My Biz Coach, an online business training and resource center. Butch is best known for his book, "Sales Management for Dummies." - January 08, 2016 - My Biz Coach
Brian G. Rosenberg Named Among Distinguished Men in Nevada
CEO of The Rosenberg Group selected for the 2015 Special Edition of Distinguished Men In Nevada - January 08, 2016 - The Rosenberg Group
BSR Services Selected to Participate in National Study
St. Louis snow and ice specialist joins salt management research. - January 08, 2016 - BSR Services
HAZWOPER and DOT/IATA Training Comes to the Raleigh Area
Environmental Resource Center, the leading provider of environmental and safety training, will provide mandatory HAZWOPER 8-Hour Refresher and DOT/IATA training in Cary, NC. - January 07, 2016 - Environmental Resource Center
Hazmat Training Comes to Columbia
Environmental Resource Center, the leading provider of environmental and safety training, offers mandatory RCRA and DOT training in Columbia, SC. - January 07, 2016 - Environmental Resource Center
"Buckskin Brigades," a Western Fiction Story of how the Lewis & Clark Expedition Murder of a Native American Blackfoot Indian Chief Changes the Course of History
Galaxy Press brings in the New Year honoring Native Americans with a special promotion of L. Ron Hubbard’s novel, “Buckskin Brigades” which New York Times stated in its review, “has reversed a time-honored formula and has given a thriller to which, at the end of every chapter or so, another paleface bites the dust.” - January 07, 2016 - Galaxy Press
LEAP Finishes Phenomenal 2015, Welcomes in Powerful Beginning to 2016
Having recognized unprecedented success in 2015, LEAP, LLC is poised for an even greater 2016, as it starts the year by adding Major General Roger Blunt (Retired) to its leadership. - January 07, 2016 - LEAP LLC
David E. Puckett Has Recently Been Recognized by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals
David E. Puckett of Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hikam, Hawaii (a Naval Air Facility) has attained recognition in America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals as Professional of the Year 2015 for his excellent military career and his accomplishments in Emergency Management. - January 07, 2016 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Peter J. Bond Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Peter J. Bond of Quincy, Illinois was recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2015 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of transportation. About Peter J. Bond Mr. Bond has over 10 years experience in the transportation... - January 07, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
ApexSQL Source Control 2016 Released
ApexSQL Source Control 2016, a SQL Server Management Studio add-in, which enables version control with SQL databases and objects - January 07, 2016 - ApexSQL software
William Meredith Foundation Presents the 2016 Award for Poetry to Gray Jacobik
The William Meredith Foundation invites writers, reporters, and press advocates to celebrate the 2016 William Meredith Award for Poetry presented to Gray Jacobik, who James Tate has called “a rare poet, one not to be missed,” and who is compared to Moore, Bishop and Wallace Stevens.” The award carries a modest cash award along with the publication of a new and selected collection titled, THE BANQUET, scheduled for publication during National Poetry Month in April, 2016 by Poets’ Choice. - January 07, 2016 - The William Meredith Foundation
Successful Online Platform Songwriter Connect Purchased by Florida-Based BBF Technology Inc. from Ireland’s Music Connect Ltd.
BBF plans numerous user upgrades and enhancements to the established service within the next six months. Established online platform Songwriter Connect has been sold by Ireland-based Music Connect Ltd. to Florida’s BBF Technology Inc. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. - January 07, 2016 - Music Connect Ltd.
You First Foundation Donates $16,000 to Houston's HealthBridge Children's Hospital
You First Foundation has donated $16,000 to Houston's HealthBridge Children's Hospital so the hospital can buy items to lighten up kids' hospital stays. - January 07, 2016 - You First Foundation
Madison Street Capital Arranges Credit Facility for Renegade Industrial
International investment banking firm, Madison Street Capital, acted as the exclusive financial advisor in arranging a credit facility for its client, Renegade Industrial, LLC. The facility was provided by Loeb Term Solutions. The transaction was announced today by Charles Botchway, CEO of Madison... - January 06, 2016 - Madison Street Capital
ApexSQL Backup 2016 Released
ApexSQL Backup 2016, a tool that can manage and automate SQL Server backups while preserving the backup chain, has been released. - January 06, 2016 - ApexSQL software
Donnie W. Brooks, Esq. Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Donnie W. Brooks, Esq. of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina was recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2015 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of law. About Donnie W. Brooks, Esq. Mr. Brooks has almost 10 years... - January 06, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
Prashant Amin Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Prashant Amin of West Hills, California was recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2015 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of finance. About Prashant Amin Mr. Amin has over 51 years experience in the financial field. - January 06, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
William J. Boyle Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
William J. Boyle of Monson, Massachusetts was recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2015 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of energy. About William J. Boyle Mr. Boyle has over 35 years experience in the energy... - January 06, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
Edward I. Stout, Ph.D. Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Edward I. Stout, Ph.D. of North Kansas City, Missouri was recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2015 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of medical devices. About Edward I. Stout, Ph.D. Dr. Stout has over 50 years... - January 06, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
BackToCAD Technologies LLC Released New PDF to CAD Conversion Software for Architects
BacktoCAD Technologies LLC Software Print2CAD 2016 has been developed to turn data from a .pdf file into a workable vector equivalent as .dwg or .dxf. BacktoCAD also offers free online service to take .pdf files and email back a .dwg file. - January 06, 2016 - BackToCAD Technologies LLC
Insight Global Gives Back
Insight Global, a Staffing Services Company, has done its part to give back to the community. In 2015, every Insight Global branch participated in at least one service project benefiting a charity or organization of its choice. In addition to three companywide fundraisers held throughout the course... - January 06, 2016 - Insight Global
BDA Advises Founder on Sale of Diagnostic Biotech Company CHROMagar SAS
BDA Partners is pleased to announce that the French company CHROMagar SAS, the pioneer in innovative chromogenic culture media solutions, has been sold to a Japanese chemicals company. BDA acted as the exclusive financial advisor to CHROMagar founder and shareholder, Dr. Alain Rambach. Terms of the... - January 06, 2016 - BDA Partners Ltd
Big Data is Crushing You, But PicoClusters Will Give You Footing
The data center company will exhibit new educational platforms Wednesday through Saturday at the International Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas - January 06, 2016 - PicoCluster LLC
Mindports Announces Continuous Digital Transformation for Corporations
New Digital Transformation Platform Builds Upon Employee Knowledge. - January 06, 2016 - Mindports
Brand and Business Consulting Startup Launches for Craft Brewers
Minneapolis-based startup My Brands, LLC is proud to announce its first brand consulting business, My Beer Brand. My Beer Brand is designed specifically to provided craft breweries professional help with all aspects of their brand including logo design, beverage labels and packaging, business... - January 06, 2016 - My Beer Brand
Stark Bro’s Nurseries & Orchards Co. Celebrates Its 200th Anniversary
Today, the oldest fruit-tree nursery in the world begins celebrating its 200th year in business. How do you like them apples? Stark Bro’s Nurseries & Orchards Co., founded in 1816, is best known for introducing Red Delicious and Golden Delicious apples. According to Stark Bro’s... - January 06, 2016 - Stark Bro's Nurseries & Orchards Co.
Registration Opens for "Turning Unhappy Customers Into Raving Fans"
Getting off to a good start in the new year is one of the keys to having success in business. The upcoming Above Board luncheon will give business owners some great tips on keeping customers happy as the new year gets underway. Panelists in a variety of industries will present on the best ways to turn those unhappy customers into fans. - January 06, 2016 - Above Board Chamber
Dowco Technology Services Has Been Acquired by Cansel Survey Equipment, Inc.
Madison Street Capital, an international investment banking firm, served as exclusive advisor to Dowco Group of Companies (“Dowco”), in the divestiture of its software reseller business, Dowco Technology Services (“DTS”). DTS is a leading reseller of construction technology... - January 05, 2016 - Madison Street Capital