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LichtensteinRE Just Sold a Development Site in Brighton Beach, Brooklyn for the Full Asking Price

Andrew Lichtenstein, President of LichtensteinRE, has just sold the development site located at 3016 Brighton 5th Street in the Brighton Beach section of Brooklyn, for the full asking price of $775,000 all cash. This site is a 3,200 square feet lot containing a 4,480 square foot wood frame 2 story... - December 29, 2015 - LichtensteinRE

Co|Operative Announces Opening of Coworking Space and Business Incubator in Alamance County, NC

Co|Operative, a shared co-working space & business incubator, has announced that a public open house will be held on Tuesday, Jan. 26, 2016 from 5-8 p.m. to celebrate the opening of the newly completed space. The event will be held onsite at 200-B N. Main St. in Graham, NC. A private, invitation only party will be held prior to the public open house on Thursday, Jan. 21, 2016. - December 29, 2015 - Co|Operative

Bouncer Depot Announces the Winner of Best Selling Commercial Inflatable Bounce House for 2015

Bounce Houses are no child’s play, and Bouncer Depot proves why they are the undisputed leader in the manufacturing and sales of Bounce Houses in the USA. - December 28, 2015 - Bouncer Depot

Donlen Offers 6 Reasons to Lease Fleet Vehicles in Lease Versus Reimbursement White Paper

Donlen, a wholly owned subsidiary of The Hertz Corporation (NYSE:HTZ), released today its latest whitepaper “Lease Versus Reimbursement,” offering six reasons why fleet managers should choose leasing over reimbursement. “Fleet managers need to decide which fleet practices are... - December 28, 2015 - Donlen

ForkliftCertification.com Shines a New Light on OSHA with Infographic Release

An industry leader in forklift training has released an infographic that sheds a new light on OSHA. - December 28, 2015 - ForkLiftCertification.com

Amaryllo Revolutionary Light-Bulb Security Robots Receive 2016 CES Innovation Award

iCamPRO Deluxe, a cordless WebRTC home security robot with face detection and 360-degree auto-tracking, is selected as a 2016 CES Innovation winner. - December 25, 2015 - Amaryllo Inc.

Lifetime Member, Karin L. Ciance, Has Been Named Bio of the Month of July 2016 by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals

Karin L. Ciance of Paxton, Massachusetts has been named Bio of the Month of July 2016 by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals for her accomplishments in the field of Medical Education. She has also been inducted into the America’s Hall of Fame. - December 25, 2015 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals

Lifetime VIP Member, Janet L. Mitchell Has Recently Been Recognized by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals as Professional of the Year 2016

America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals has recognized Janet L. Mitchell for her accomplishments in the field of English Composition and Linguistics as a Lifetime VIP. Based on her achievements, she has now been selected as Professional of the Year 2016. - December 25, 2015 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals

SunFrog Shirts Partners with Toys For Tots to Support Otsego County

SunFrog Shirts recently donated ten new bikes to the Toys for Tots program through the Otsego County Community Giving Program. Marine Staff Sgt. Brain Parfitt was present at the SunFrog headquarters to accept the bikes on behalf of Toys for Tots. The primary goal of Toys for Tots is to deliver,... - December 25, 2015 - SunFrogShirts.com

Denise Campbell Has Been Named Professional of the Year 2015 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 has been named Professional of the Year 2015 by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals. - December 25, 2015 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals

Buckinghamshire Floor Sander Announces Extraordinary Growth in 2015

As we fast approach the end of this year, Wood Floor People have used the opportunity to review their past year’s performance and reflect on their achievements. They are extremely excited to formally announce a record breaking year for 2015. - December 25, 2015 - Wood Floor People

Esteemed Lifetime Member Gilbert Gordon Granted First Ever America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals’ Offshoot Webpage

Dr. Gilbert Gordon has been granted the first ever America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals’ offshoot webpage, honoring a lifetime of achievement in water research and inorganic chemistry. www.drgilbertgordon.com Gilbert Gordon, Ph.D., was born in Chicago, Illinois. He is the... - December 24, 2015 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals

SunFrog Shirts and Payoneer Offer Innovative Payment Solutions to Affiliates

SunFrog Shirts and Payoneer recently announced that SunFrog affiliates now have a better way to receive funds. SunFrog is the original, DTG based, T-shirt sales and fulfillment platform. SunFrog Shirts is the fastest paying t-shirt platform and they are continuing to take steps to stay ahead of... - December 24, 2015 - SunFrogShirts.com

Storage Choice to Begin Construction on 3 Self Storage Developements

Storage Choice announces 3 new projects in Dallas. - December 24, 2015 - Storage Choice

LEAP Makes the Holidays Brighter for D.C. Area Youth

In its annual gift-giving tradition, LEAP, LLC, leads the way for the annual LEAP toy drive, helping to ensure brighter holidays for disadvantaged area youth. - December 24, 2015 - LEAP LLC

Pulp Fiction Legends: Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc. Recognizes L. Ron Hubbard’s 75th Anniversary of “Typewriter in the Sky”

James Sullos, President Edgar Rice Burroughs Inc. presented a plaque that recognized the 75th anniversary of L. Ron Hubbard's "Typewriter in the Sky." The presentation was made in Hollywood, in the L. Ron Hubbard Library on Tuesday, December 22. - December 24, 2015 - Galaxy Press

L. Ron Hubbard’s Post-Apocalyptic Tale—Final Blackout—Honored at Tower of London, Site of Story’s Dramatic Conclusion

L. Ron Hubbard's "Final Blackout" celebrates 75th anniversary with a presentation made at Tower of London under the Byward Gate, location of the dramatic conclusion of the post-apocalyptic anti-war story. The presentation was made by recently Knighted Dr. Sir Iftikhar Ayaz the Consul/Ambassador for Tuvalu (South Pacific) and Peace Envoy for the United Nations. - December 24, 2015 - Galaxy Press

ApexSQL Build 2016 Released

ApexSQL, a Microsoft Gold Certified Partner and major provider of Microsoft SQL Server solutions, announced the release of ApexSQL Build 2016. About ApexSQL Build: ApexSQL Build is a SQL database deployment tool that builds new databases and updates existing ones by packaging SQL scripts, SQL... - December 24, 2015 - ApexSQL software

America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals Honors Joyce E. Gordon

Joyce E. Gordon is the wife of esteemed lifetime member Professor Gilbert Gordon. America’s Registry is pleased to honor her for her outstanding accomplishments in the field of Calligraphy. - December 24, 2015 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals

PROLIM Becomes Member of Plano Chamber of Commerce

PROLIM is extremely proud to be joining the Plano Chamber of Commerce. The Plano Chamber of Commerce was established in 1946 and has worked very hard to promote economic growth in Plano. They are known as the “Business Voice” of Plano. PROLIM, the leading provider of PLM solutions and... - December 24, 2015 - PROLIM Global Corporation

The Palm Beach Press Names Monty Warren & the Friggin Whatevers to 2015 Fave Music List as the Roots Rockers Roll Out Album No. 3: "Far Out Close Up"

The Palm Beach Press has named Monty Warren & the Friggin Whatevers to its 2015 Fave Music List (12/16/15). Warren and the "Whatevers" (prominent musicians in the Palm Beach, Fla./Raleigh, N.C. area) released their third "roots rock" album "Far Out Close Up" in celebration of Keith Richards' birthday Dec. 18 under the Green Cheese Records label. - December 23, 2015 - Monty Warren, Musician

Dr. Alan Limfat, O.D. Voted Best Optometrist

Dr. Alan Limfat, O.D. of Pasadena California was voted "Best Optometrist" in the San Gabriel Valley News 2015 Readers Choice Awards. - December 23, 2015 - Linden Optometry, P.C.

eGumball, Inc. Gives Back with Share Our Selves' Adopt a Family 2015

A group of eGumball, Inc. employees volunteered at the Share Our Selves Adopt A Family event on December 16th in Costa Mesa, CA, wrapping gifts, sorting food, and organizing the donations for Orange County families in need. eGumball, Inc. is honored and thankful to have participated in this event,... - December 23, 2015 - eGumball, Inc.

Jennifer Remling on Traders Nation™ - “Carve Your Own Road: Do What You Love and Live the Life You Envision”

Jennifer Remling outlines with Kurt Schemers that “there is an epidemic facing our world today. People everywhere, even those who are successful by most standards, are utterly disconnected from what they really want out of life. We've abandoned our true passions and dreams in exchange for a... - December 23, 2015 - Traders Nation

Promising Canadian Tech Startup Rejects Funding Offer

This past week Meemim, a year old Toronto tech startup with 10 employees, rejected a funding offer valuing their company at $2.5M USD. The startup, which has developed a new breed of knowledge management software for companies, not only doesn’t have any revenue, but is still in closed beta... - December 22, 2015 - Meemim

Brightleaf Solutions Forms a Solutions Alliance with Symfact

Combined efforts to deliver more powerful, expanded, contract management systems. - December 22, 2015 - Brightleaf Solutions, Inc.

Preferred Jewelers International Welcomes Doland Jewelers Into Its Network

Iowa-Based Retailer Now Offers “Experiences That Last a Lifetime™” - December 22, 2015 - Preferred Jewelers International

SureFire CPR Announces Winners from the #MyLocalHero Contest

SureFire CPR, a CPR and First Aid training facility with locations in Orange County, Laguna Hills, and Corona, announces the winners of their #MyLocalHero contest. The campaign was announced earlier this October and ran from October 1st through December 7th, 2015. Citizens living in Southern... - December 22, 2015 - SureFire CPR

U.S. Toy Company Names Andrew Hennessey National Account Sales Manager

Andrew will concentrate on pursuing new business opportunities in different market segments across the country. - December 22, 2015 - U.S. Toy Company

Keith C. S. Siu Recognized as a Distinguished Professional by The National Alliance of Male Executives-N.A.M.E.

Keith C. S. Siu of Honolulu, Hawaii has been recognized as a Distinguished Professional by the National Alliance of Male Executives-N.A.M.E. for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the government field. About Keith C. S. Siu (SEE-YOU) Mr. Siu is the Courts Records Management... - December 22, 2015 - N.A.M.E.

The Knowledge Group Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on Mitigating Risks of Defamation Litigations: Best Practices for Internal Investigations

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: Mitigating Risks of Defamation Litigations: Best Practices for Internal Investigations. This two-hour event is... - December 22, 2015 - The Knowledge Group

The Trade Locker Announces the Creation of 3,090 Stock Message Boards

The Trade Locker: a free online community for day traders, swing traders and investors has just completed the creation of a stock message board for every ticker symbol on Nasdaq. - December 21, 2015 - The Trade Locker

Soxxy Partners with Bridgeport Rescue Mission to Give Away Thousands of Socks to Homeless in Fairfield County, Connecticut

#SoxxySouls Giving Event at the Bridgeport Rescue Mission on December 21 – Socks are the #1 Requested Items at Shelters - December 21, 2015 - Soxxy

National Benefit Builders, Inc. (NBBI) Reaches $750,000,000.00 in Confirmed Savings Through It's Americas Drug Card Program

National Benefit Builders has saved consumers $750,000,000 through it's discount prescription program. - December 21, 2015 - National Benefit Builders, Inc.

SKILLSdox and Udemy Collaborate to "SKILL UP" India

SKILLSdox Inc., an Ottawa Canada-based company, and Udemy, a San Francisco-based company, entered into an agreement to help expand Udemy’s overall online education offering across India’s mass population. - December 21, 2015 - betterU Canada

California Photographer and Corporate Portrait Specialist Moves to Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex

Morton Visuals, a photography company specializing in corporate communications photography, announces their relocation to the Dallas/Ft. Worth Metroplex. The company is now based in Farmers Branch’s newest rental photo studio, Camera Ready Studios. - December 21, 2015 - Morton Visuals

Village Yoga Will Now Offer 4 Classes with a Donation Price Option, Helping Those Living in, or Seeking, Recovery from Alcohol and Drug Addiction

This unique, neighborhood yoga studio, has decided that many who need yoga can't afford it and are offering 4 scheduled classes by Donation to all who really need it - those suffering from substance abuse & dependancy, with an option to pay later. - December 21, 2015 - Village Yoga

Author Believes XOXY.com Will Revolutionize Polyamorous Dating

Are you extremely bashful about discussing sexual health with a new potential lover? Singles can now use XOXY.com to make those conversations easier. Men's Dating Coach and Professional Dominant Sir & BDSM enthusiast, Alan Roger Currie, recently interviewed XOXY.com CEO and Founder Jo Lynn Clemens about why she started her new company, and how she expects her company to impact today's dating rituals between single men and women. - December 21, 2015 - Mode One Multimedia, Inc.

Jeff O’Neill Joins Wilde Agency’s Executive Team

Managing Director to lead agency’s digital practice - December 21, 2015 - Universal Wilde

Canine Mobility Launches New E-Commerce Site

Canine Mobility LLC, the industry leading provider of a unique rehabilitation device for dogs, recently unveiled a newly updated version of their website (http://canine-mobility.com), heralding in a new era for Canine Mobility’s Anti-Knuckling Device. - December 20, 2015 - Canine Mobility LLC

Dr. Clayton Lawrence Leaps Past the 9000 Mile Marker in Charitable Racing

Having participated in endurance sports since 2011, LEAP CEO and fitness expert, Dr. Clayton Lawrence, will close out 2015 with over 9000 miles run to support charitable causes. - December 19, 2015 - LEAP LLC

PMTrainingOnline.com Aligns Online Training to PMI Talent Triangle

PMTrainingOnline.com has mapped its online training courses for Professional Development Units (PDUs) to the new Project Management Institute (PMI) Talent Triangle, which provides the structure for the new PDU requirements effective 1 Dec 2015. PMPs can now link to hundreds of PDU training courses that map directly to the three legs of the PMI Talent Triangle: Technical Project Management, Leadership, and Strategic & Business Management. PMPs are now required to earn PDUs in each area. - December 19, 2015 - AcroVision Business Systems, Inc.

OKC Real Estate Listing Service Now Includes Info on 55+ Communities

Efforts of Oklahoma City real estate agents come to fruition as the local multiple listing service now includes a search field for 55+ properties and active adult communities as designated by the Housing for Older Persons Act (HOPA) of 1995. This new addition will assist mature home buyers and sellers in the home sale and purchase process. - December 19, 2015 - OKC Mature Moves Real Estate Services

CrossRealms Partners with Cohesity to Help Businesses Resolve Secondary Storage Problem

CrossRealms has become the second Authorized Cohesity Reseller in Chicago. “Cohesity provides a strategic solution to data sprawl and the increasing costs of secondary storage,” said Usama Houlila of CrossRealms. Cohesity converges all secondary storage and workflows on one proved, configured and scalable platform. Cohesity aligns with CrossRealms' mission to deliver high value and game-changing technology to clients. - December 19, 2015 - CrossRealms.Inc