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SGS Informs on Expanded List of Restricted Substances Subject to Market Surveillance in Turkey
Turkey has recently increased the number of chemicals in certain consumer products that are subject to market surveillance. - March 02, 2015 - SGS
HAGA Predicts More Gardeners Will Grow Heirloom Pepper Plants This Year
Heirloom vegetable gardening has made an impressive comeback over these past few years. For many households, it's not enough to just plant any vegetable at home—it matters to grow heirloom varieties to get the most flavors and health benefits. This conscious preference for heirlooms has also... - March 02, 2015 - Home and Garden America
Shakespeare Machine Stamping is Now ISO 9001 Certified
Shakespeare Machine Stamping, a division of RC Incorporated, a leading global supplier of high-precision, high-quality, off-the-shelf components used in the manufacturing of abrasive wheels is now ISO 9001 Certified. - March 01, 2015 - RC Incorporated
Check-A-Contract Has Completed Its US Expansion
Our life can get complicated at times, and bureaucracy can make things even worse. Especially when you need legal or contract advice. With so many lawyers on the market, it can be hard to find the best ones in relation to service, turnaround times, affordable pricing in your State. - March 01, 2015 - Check-A-Contract
Dream Maker Studio Premier Long Island Video Production and Recording Studio
Centralized on Long Island, Dream Maker Studio is bringing its expertise and professionalism to clients across the video and music production industry. - February 28, 2015 - Dream Maker Studio
Mars National Bank Named “2015 Best Mortgage Lender”
Mars National Bank was named the “Best Mortgage Lender” by the readers of the Cranberry Eagle newspaper. As part of the paper’s 2015 Community Choice Awards, the Bank was voted the top spot through write-in ballots. “This award is confirmation that our customers appreciate... - February 28, 2015 - Mars Bank
Boston Business Journal to Co-Host Greg Nanigian Sales Workshop at McLane Law on March 10th
The McLane Law Firm and BBJ will host a special sales workshop Tuesday March 10, presented by Mr. Greg Nanigian, owner of Greg Nanigian & Associates Inc/Sandler Training. The Boston Business Journal will sponsor Mr. Nanigian’s presentation which will be held at the McLane Law Firm, 7th... - February 28, 2015 - Greg Nanigian and Associates, Inc
AFG Group Awarded 5–Year Construction Management Contract by GSA Region 3
AFG Group was awarded a 5-year IDIQ contract to provide CM services to GSA’s Mid-Atlantic region. - February 28, 2015 - AFG Group, Inc.
SEO Company Announces Important Resources for Google Mobile Update
Google mobile update to have significant impact. Ignite Visibility, an advanced SEO company, has announced key resources and insight into Google’s recent announcement. - February 28, 2015 - Ignite Visibility
Dave S. Atwal Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Dave S. Atwal of Stockton, California has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of transportation. About Dave S. Atwal Mr. Atwal has over 16 years experience in the transportation field. He is the... - February 28, 2015 - Strathmore Worldwide
Ingekem R. Ocheni, Diplomat Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Ingekem R. Ocheni, Diplomat, of Washington, D.C. has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of government with the Embassy of Nigeria. About Ingekem R. Ocheni, Diplomat Mrs. Ocheni is a Diplomat with... - February 28, 2015 - Strathmore Worldwide
DataCusp – a Brand New Data Services Initiative of Market Quotient
DataCusp is an initiative of Market Quotient to provide high quality data related services to global clients. - February 28, 2015 - Market Quotient
Medicare Supplement Insurance CEOs to Address Association Conference
The heads of four leading Medicare Supplement Insurance companies will be part of a special CEO panel at the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance's 2015 Summit. - February 28, 2015 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Consulting Firm Texas Lean Partners Work with Businesses to Implement Lean Strategies
Fort Worth, TX-based business consulting leaders, Texas Lean Partners are now working with clients across the country to help them implement lean strategies within their company infrastructure. - February 28, 2015 - Texas Lean Partners
Texas Lean Partners Offering Comprehensive Leadership Skills Development Program for Supervisors
Fort Worth, TX-based leadership skills development experts, Texas Lean Partners are now offering a dynamic program to suit the development needs of company supervisors. - February 28, 2015 - Texas Lean Partners
Impact XM Launches New Global Brand
Aura XM announced today its merger with Impact Unlimited to form the new global experiential marketing agency, Impact XM, with headquarters in Dayton, NJ. This merger signifies a strategic action to strengthen the global footprint, expand operational, creative and digital engagement capabilities... - February 27, 2015 - Impact XM
Impact XM Hires Heather Rosenow to Launch Its New Global Brand
Impact XM announces the addition of Heather Rosenow as Vice President – Sales & Marketing to spearhead the launch of its new global brand through strategic sales and marketing initiatives. As part of the Impact XM executive team, Heather is immediately tasked with the Impact XM brand... - February 27, 2015 - Impact XM
Eternal Press and Damnation Books Release New Titles for March 2015
Eternal Press and Damnation Books Release New Titles. - February 27, 2015 - Caliburn Press LLC
Local Palm Beach Real Estate Professional Speaks at International Luxury Real Estate Event
Kevin M. Leonard, Founder of Valore Group in Palm Beach and Director of Keyes Luxury presented at the Luxury Portfolio SUMMIT, February 9-11 at Wynn Las Vegas. This invitation-only event was hosted by Luxury Portfolio International®, the luxury face of Leading Real Estate Companies of the World®. - February 27, 2015 - Valore Group | Palm Beach Real Estate
Leading National Brand Strategy and Research Firm Announces New Addition of Senior Researcher
Synergy Marketing Strategy & Research, Inc. is announcing that Allison Duggan has joined the company as a senior researcher and project manager. CEO Dr. Rachel Talton affirms that the addition is immediate. - February 27, 2015 - Synergy Marketing Strategy & Research, Inc.
Lucintel Anticipates Middle East FRP Pipe Industry to Grow at a CAGR of 3.1% During 2014-2019
Middle East FRP pipe industry is expected to grow at a CAGR of 3.1% during 2014-2019. The major drivers of the Middle East FRP pipe industry are growing investment towards urban infrastructure development, establishment and upgrade of airports, capacity expansion in petrochemical plants, and... - February 27, 2015 - Lucintel
Remonde Brangman, CBIZ Vendor Risk Management National Practice Leader, CBIZ, Inc., to Speak at KC’s Event
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Remonde Brangman, National Vendor Risk Management Practice Leader, CBIZ, Inc. will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled “Third Party... - February 27, 2015 - The Knowledge Group
SteadyRain Partners with National Cyber League for Digital Strategy
SteadyRain, St. Louis-based digital strategy, development and digital marketing agency, announces its web consulting partnership with National Cyber League, a virtual cybersecurity training ground for collegiate students. - February 27, 2015 - SteadyRain
Business Management Company - ehiku Consulting Announces Affordable Packages
ehiku Consulting understands the needs of individual business and thus offers affordable packages to help businesses grow. - February 27, 2015 - 'ehiku Consulting
Mindbreeze Named in KMWorld’s 100 Companies That Matter in Knowledge Management
Mindbreeze is again listed among KMWorld’s 100 companies that matter in knowledge management. - February 26, 2015 - Mindbreeze GmbH
New Senior Vice President Joins MASA Assist
MASA Assist (Medical Air Services Association) welcomes new Senior Vice President, Randal Mitchell. Randal’s background spans over thirty years of progressive experience in leading organizations, strategic planning, operations, marketing, public speaking, product development and regulatory... - February 26, 2015 - MASA Assist
New Law Firm Finance Conference Addresses Changing Business Models, Financial Strategies
The Association of Legal Administrators (ALA) will present its Finance Conference for the Legal C-Suite May 17 at the Omni Nashville Hotel in Nashville, Tennessee. The one-day event will focus on cutting‐edge management, profitability, innovation, strategic and leadership topics in law firm finance. Advanced education and C-level speakers will offer solutions for busy law firm finance professionals. - February 26, 2015 - Association of Legal Administrators (ALA)
Two Popular Womenswear Brands Choose FashionManager Software
RLM Apparel Software announces that noted ready to wear brands Lela Rose and Protagonist are implementing the cloud-based FashionManager enterprise software solution to manage their design-to-delivery operations. - February 26, 2015 - RLM Apparel Software Systems
Osterman Research Finds a Lack of Good Information Governance Increases Corporate Costs and Risk
Most organizations are struggling with the problem of too much electronic data: how much they have, what it contains, who has access to it, where it is currently stored, and how long it should be kept. The lack of good information governance creates enormous risks and increases costs - and the problem is getting worse. - February 26, 2015 - Osterman Research, Inc.
Flexnet Australia Joins Forces with SJS Solutions to Deliver Contact Centre Upgrade at Glen Eira City Council
Glen Eira City Council located in the south-eastern suburbs of Melbourne, Australia provide public services to many of Melbourne’s leafy inner suburbs. - February 26, 2015 - SJS Solutions Ltd
Sue McClain Greenfield, Ed.S. Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Sue McClain Greenfield, Ed.S., of Columbia, Tennessee has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of higher education. About Sue McClain Greenfield, Ed.S. Ms. Greenfield is retired after 40 years of... - February 26, 2015 - Strathmore Worldwide
David Hobbs Honda Wins Inaugural DealerRater Award
Award recognizes top auto dealers in U.S./Canada that demonstrate excellent customer service. - February 26, 2015 - David Hobbs Honda
Asset Backed Securities Reform Rules: Adoption & Implementation in 2015 Live Webcast
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: Asset Backed Securities Reform Rules: Adoption & Implementation in 2015 Live Webcast. This two-hour event is... - February 26, 2015 - The Knowledge Group
SGS Informs on France Setting Limits of Bisphenol A in Paper and EFSA Lowers Tolerable Daily Intake of BPA
France recently clarified the acceptable limits of Bisphenol A (BPA) in paper and the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) significantly lowered the safe exposure level of BPA. - February 26, 2015 - SGS
Pro-Staff Partners with On Target Web Solutions
Experts in their field, both Pro-Staff and On Target, are excited to work together to extend Pro-Staff’s reach in the Central Florida area. - February 26, 2015 - Pro-Staff Pest Control
Introducing Karsof Systems LLCTM Real-Time Transaction Authentication System Using Biometric Technology
Attention banks and other financial institutions! Introducing Karsof Systems LLC (TM) Real-time Transaction Authentication System using Biometric Technology. How would you like to totally protect your bank/institution and all your customers from fraudulent remote transactions? - February 25, 2015 - Karsof Systems LLC of Houston, TX and California
America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals’ Member, Robert H. Schiestl, Ph.D. Has Been Honored with a Times Square, New York Appearance
For his achievements and accomplishments in the field of Higher Education-Pathology and Cancer Research, Robert H. Schiestl, PhD, of Encino, California, has been named Professional of the Year 2015 by America’s Registry. In addition, he has been honored with a Times Square, New York appearance by Strathmore’s Who’s Who. - February 25, 2015 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Security Warning: Antivirus Firm Thirtyseven4 Alerts Ransomware Infections Increasing
Ransomware detection up over 40% in January 2015; Thirtyseven4 Cryptobit decryption tool approaches 250,000 downloads - February 24, 2015 - Thirtyseven4, LLC
A Busy Start to 2015 for Wilde Agency
Wilde Agency has announced three new account wins, two internal promotions, and a redesigned website. The new accounts are First National Bank of Omaha, the largest privately owned banking company in the United States and ranked one of Forbes magazine’s “Best Banks in America”... - February 24, 2015 - Wilde Agency
Zach Yeskel Will Deliver Keynote at CUE West Coast Summit Featuring Google for Education
CUE is excited to announce that Zach Yeskel will deliver this year’s keynote address at the CUE 2015 West Coast Summit featuring Google for Education. The Summit will be held in Palm Springs, March 21-22, 2015, immediately following CUE’s Annual Conference. Zach Yeskel is the Product... - February 24, 2015 - CUE
Osterman Research Finds Most Organizations at Significant Risk from Use of Consumer File Sync and Share Tools
Most organizations allow the use of consumer file sync and share tools, putting them at significant risk of data loss. - February 24, 2015 - Osterman Research, Inc.
LifeSpan Receives OSHA SHARP Award in Denver
Second Location to Receive this Health & Safety Recognition - February 24, 2015 - LifeSpan
Brian D. Birchall, P.Eng., CIP Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Brian D. Birchall, P.Eng., CIP, of Newmarket, Ontario, Canada has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of risk management. About Brian D. Birchall, P.Eng., CIP Mr. Birchall has over 35 years’... - February 24, 2015 - Strathmore Worldwide
SolarCraft Brings Solar Power to Spirit Rock - Sun Shines on West Marin Meditation Center
Novato and Sonoma based SolarCraft has completed the construction of a 115.6 kW solar electric system at Spirit Rock Meditation Center in Woodacre, CA. The installation of the solar photovoltaic array will reduce the Center’s carbon footprint and power their facilities with sunlight. - February 24, 2015 - SolarCraft
Carol Sankar Will Add a SPARK at TEDx in New York
The Confidence Factor for Women is coming to TEDx during Women's History Month. - February 24, 2015 - CSE
Stuart M. Litwin, Partner, Mayer Brown LLP to Speak at KC’s Asset Backed Securities Reform Rules: Adoption & Implementation in 2015 Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Stuart M. Litwin, Partner, Mayer Brown LLP will speak at the Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “Asset Backed Securities Reform Rules: Adoption... - February 24, 2015 - The Knowledge Group
Hostirian Now Offering SSAE 16 Compliant Hosting
Hostirian, a St. Louis Hosting and Managed Services company is now offering SSAE 16 compliant hosting and colocation services. The SSAE 16 compliance audit reviewed and tested in-depth controls over the information technology and security used by Hostirian to deliver hosting products to their... - February 23, 2015 - Hostirian Business IT Solutions
Economic Development Professionals and Business Location Experts to Share Trends and Issues Impacting Today’s Economy at Site Selectors Guild Conference
The Site Selectors Guild (SSG) Annual Conference convenes Feb. 23-25, 2015 and will bring together economic development professionals, Guild members and special guests to participate in professional programming and networking focused on key site selection trends and issues impacting today’s economy. The SSG is the world’s largest association of business location experts whose members’ site selection projects represent more than $32.5 billion in annual capital expenditures each year. - February 23, 2015 - The Site Selectors Guild, Inc.
CSC Provides 25-Hour Solution to Becoming a Better Speaker
Corporate Speech Coaching, a West Palm Beach-based company committed to helping clients become better speakers, has released a detailed outline of its 25-hour solution to speech issues. This professional and experienced team announced that they have varied ideas in the works to help people with speech challenges. - February 22, 2015 - Corporate Speech Coaching
Addiction Marketing Agency Offers Guarantee
The Drug Rehab Agency is removing the fear that most treatment centers have about SEO, by providing a lead guarantee, or their money back. - February 21, 2015 - MD Media LLC