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Grimes Warehousing Services Celebrates 3 Years of Safe Days
Grimes Warehousing Services has reached their safety goal of three years without a lost time accident in the warehouse, which also includes their packaging division and their distribution staffing division, Metrix Staffing. The goal was met last Thursday, January 23rd. The Grimes Companies’... - January 28, 2014 - Total Distribution, Inc.
Succession Resource Group Expands Team and Focus to Insurance Industry
Succession Resource Group, Inc. (SRG) the industry leader providing acquisition and succession solutions to the financial services industry has added industry veteran Don A. McLaughlin, CLU, CLF, ChFC, MSM to its team of experts. - January 28, 2014 - Succession Resource Group
WBCM Hires New VP of Bridge Department
WBCM welcomes seasoned transportation engineer, Mike Izzo, PE to its firm. - January 28, 2014 - Whitney Bailey Cox & Magnani, LLC
Internet Tech Specialists Brings Vocus Marketing Solutions to SMBs
Professional and affordable marketing solutions made available to solo-preneurs and small business owners through Internet Tech Specialists. - January 28, 2014 - Internet Tech Specialists
Christopher C. Walton, San Diego Personal Injury and Elder Abuse Attorney Named to 2014 Southern California Super Lawyers List
Principal of Walton Law, A.P.C. Named Southern California Super Lawyer for 2014 - January 27, 2014 - Walton Law APC
Adrian Docherty, Head of FIG Advisory, BNP Paribas to Speak at KC’s Liquidity Risk Management: Regulatory and Compliance Issues in 2014 Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Adrian Docherty, Head of FIG Advisory, BNP Paribas will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Liquidity Risk Management: Regulatory... - January 27, 2014 - The Knowledge Group
eMediaCampaigns!' "Nine Lives of a Baby Boomer" Author Available for Bookings
Fiction purists and enthusiasts tired of being taken captive by forcibly derivative hooks and plots will find "Nine Lives of a Baby Boomer" especially entertaining. - January 26, 2014 - eMediaCampaigns!
Laureate Trust Launches Referral Partner Fee Program
According to CEO Peter Tasca, “We have one of the best performing funds in the world and this new program will allow advisors and professionals to receive commissions for referring new clients.” - January 26, 2014 - Laureate Trust
Wycombe Businessman John Rasiej Gives Presentation About Fear of Public Speaking at the 2014 Wide World of Sales Conference in Las Vegas
Public Speaking Coach John Rasiej appeared as a featured speaker at the 2014 Wide World of Sales conference held January 15-17 in Las Vegas by the International Cemetery, Cremation and Funeral Association (ICCFA). 400 attendees at the conference were treated to training in techniques on how to overcome fear of public speaking to make more effective sales presentations. - January 26, 2014 - Speak Louder Than Words
EWNJ, PwC US to Release Report on Gender Diversity on NJ Boards
On Tuesday, January 28, 2014 at the Hilton East Brunswick, Executive Women of New Jersey (EWNJ) and PwC US will release their inaugural report on gender diversity on New Jersey corporate boards. The report will be released at a breakfast that will feature Denise Morrison, President and CEO of... - January 25, 2014 - Executive Women of New Jersey (EWNJ)
Social Media Strategist Warns That Branding Can Backfire in New Book
Buildatribe LLC. company president, social media strategist and keynote speaker Mason Duchatschek describes how promotions designed to improve name recognition and brand awareness online can backfire and generate revenue for competitors instead in his new book “Attract, Capture & Convert: 89 Simple Ways Entrepreneurs Make Money Online (& Offline) Using Social Media & Web Marketing Strategy.” - January 25, 2014 - Buildatribe LLC
Brian Resnick to Speak at Knowledge Congress’ Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Brian Resnick, Partner, Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP will speak at a 2-hour webcast entitled “Significant Issues for Fraudulent Transfer Actions Live... - January 25, 2014 - The Knowledge Group
GIA Webinar to Demonstrate How Companies Can Increase Efficiency of Market Intelligence
According to the 2013 Global Market Intelligence Survey by Global Intelligence Alliance (GIA), 45 percent of companies say a lack of information about their market environment and competition delays decisions. - January 25, 2014 - Global Intelligence Alliance Group
TAPTOOL Can Help Improve Your Touchscreen Experience. Get More Productive with the Smartest Accessory You've Never Thought of.
The TAPTOOL project has launched on Kickstarter . The TAPTOOL is a minimalist wearable accessory to improve accuracy, productivity and provide support for the heavy touchscreen user. Fingers come in all shapes, sizes and sometimes with with medical conditions. TAPTOOL seeks to improve the user... - January 24, 2014 - TAPTOOL
Platinum Financial, OC Receives 2013 Best of Irvine Award
Each year, in and around the Irvine area, the Irvine Award Program chooses only the best local businesses. They focus on companies that have demonstrated their ability to use various marketing methods to grow their business in spite of difficult economic times. The companies chosen exemplify the best of small business; often leading through customer service and community involvement - January 24, 2014 - Platinum Financial, OC
Cannabis Industry Creates Rise in New Markets
Colorado's Cannabis Branding Agency: Cannabrand - January 24, 2014 - Cannabrand
Houston Chronicle Reports That Storage Industry Soars – Local Storage Provider, Amazing Spaces®, Stays Grounded Among Competitors Trying to Cash in
Local storage provider, Amazing Spaces, has remained Houston communities' trusted storage choice since 1998. - January 24, 2014 - Amazing Spaces Storage Centers
improveit! 360 Introduces the Home Improvement Sales Rep Mobile App
improveit! 360 releases a new mobile app for home improvement companies to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of their sales reps. - January 24, 2014 - improveit! 360
Molopro’s President, Alejandro Delbrey, Announces New Website and Services
Molopro’s President, Alejandro Delbrey, today announced their new website and services. The company, originally known for high-end SEO services is now offering more extensive online-marketing services such as social media management, reputation management, and online video services. - January 24, 2014 - Molopro
New Directors in UK and Australia Join Independent Authors Association
Two new directors based in the UK and Australia join the Association of Independent Authors expanding the company’s directorship across five continents. - January 24, 2014 - Association of Independent Authors
Lucintel Analysis: New Capacity Buildings are Expected to Intensify the Rivalry in Global LFRT Market
Long Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastic (LFRT), with its higher performance characteristics than traditional and other thermoset materials, is likely to gain greater acceptance in different applications segments.The LFRT market is shifting from a seller “push” to a buyer “pull” situation. SABIC and Ticona are the market leaders with diversified product portfolio, strong geographical reach, and high strategic initiatives. - January 24, 2014 - Lucintel
CommLab India Welcomes 2014 in Its New Office
CommLab India, a custom eLearning company, started the New Year by moving to a larger, spacious and newly renovated office to accommodate its expansion. - January 24, 2014 - CommLab India
GreenBook Opens Call for Speakers for Insight Innovation eXchange North America 2014
The next Insight Innovation eXchange North America 2014 will be held in Atlanta on June 16-18, 2014. Registration and call for speakers are now open. - January 24, 2014 - Insight Innovation
OpenJar Concepts Inc., Promotes Growth from Within the Buzzing Bee Hive. Tony Young Moves Up to Vice President, Network.
OpenJar Concepts, Inc. (“OJC”) a direct-response and brand development firm with emphasis on performance driven, lead generation campaigns promotes "buzzing bee" veteran Tony Young, to the position of Vice President, Network. Tony will be overseeing the vast media relationships that OJC actively engages from a local, regional and national approach. - January 23, 2014 - OpenJar Concepts, Inc.
DataRecovery.com Surpasses Strict Cleanroom Standards
DataRecovery.com, a world leader in professional data recovery services, met and exceeded the requirements for Class 100 cleanroom certification in recent tests carried out at the company's laboratory in St. Louis. Cleanrooms are a critically important tool in the data recovery process. When... - January 23, 2014 - Datarecovery.com, Inc.
Percolate LMS Ranked #28 According to the 2014 State of the LMS Industry Report
Michaels & Associates received high honors this week for their Percolate LMS‒now globally recognized as one of the top learning management systems (LMSs) according to the 2014 State of the LMS Industry Report authored by Craig Weiss of E-Learning 24/7. Percolate, developed by Michaels & Associates and a strong newcomer to the industry, is ranked #28 in the report’s Top 50 LMSs. Percolate’s 90 second demo featured in the report can be viewed here: http://www.lmsdemos.com/video/78579408. - January 23, 2014 - Michaels & Associates
Minnesota Matchmakers, Cupid’s Cronies, Hosts "Puppy Love" Valentine’s Day Party to Benefit Secondhand Hounds Non-Profit Org
Upscale matchmaking service hosts Valentine's Day fundraiser in Minneapolis to benefit Secondhand Hounds non-profit based in Edina, MN. Invitation is open to all singles and anyone wishing to support a worthy cause. - January 23, 2014 - Cupid's Cronies
"Being Anti-Social" Makes Best of Indie List
"Being Anti-Social" by multi award winning author, Leigh K Cunningham is one of IndieReader’s Best Indie Books for 2013. - January 23, 2014 - Association of Independent Authors
TEMP-AIR, Inc. Launches New Line of Portable Air Conditioners
Temp-Cool® Portable Cooling Systems Coming Spring 2014 - January 23, 2014 - TEMP-AIR
Xpanda, Helping Secure North American Business
The Xpanda gates are made of a clean profile tubular steel that is riveted together in a strong lattice diamond pattern, not only for strength and appearance, the diamond pattern allows the gate to expand and retract to 15% of its opening size and fold 180 degrees out of the way when not needed. The way Xpanda secures retail stores is with the use of modern high quality scissor style retractable gates. Xpanda credits their success to their satisfied customers. - January 23, 2014 - Xpanda Security Products
Jonathan H. Burke, Manager, Financial Services Risk Management, Ernst & Young LLP to Speak at KC’s AML/BSA and OFAC Compliance Event
Jonathan H. Burke, Manager, Financial Services Risk Management, Ernst & Young LLP to Speak at KC’s AML/BSA and OFAC Compliance: Practical Guidance for Banks and Financial Institutions Live Webcast - January 23, 2014 - The Knowledge Group
Talk Fusion Invites Associates to IMAGINE a Better Life Before Event Sells Out
Florida company experiencing overwhelming demand for April event tickets. - January 23, 2014 - Talk Fusion
Mark R. Phillips, Ph.D., Vice President and Senior Consultant, Trial Partners, Inc. to Speak at KC’s Legal Series: Ethical Issues in Attorney Use of Social Media
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Mark R. Phillips, Ph.D., the Vice President of Trial Partners, Inc. and a Senior Trial Consultant, will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast... - January 23, 2014 - The Knowledge Group
SLK Global BPO Awarded Top ITES Performer from Bangalore, India
SLK Global BPO, a leading business process management company, received a prestigious award from STPI under the category of “Highest Growth in Exports – IT / ITES” for the financial year 2012-13. - January 23, 2014 - SLK Global BPO Services
Phillip P. Guttilla, Shareholder, Polsinelli to Speak at KC’s Crowdfunding Through Funding Portals: What You Need to Know Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Phillip P. Guttilla, Shareholder, Polsinelli will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Crowdfunding through Funding Portals: What... - January 23, 2014 - The Knowledge Group
Federal Labs, Agencies and Industry Set to Converge in Rockville as 2014 Federal Laboratory Consortium for Technology Transfer National Meeting Registration Opens
Registration is now open for the 2014 FLC National Meeting. This year's FLC National Meeting will take place from April 21 -23, 2014 at the North Bethesda Marriott Hotel. Over the course of three days, hundreds of technology transfer professionals, scientists, and other federal and industry members of the FLC community will partake in various education and training courses, an industry day, and panel discussions all designed to advance their tech transfer knowledge and skills. - January 22, 2014 - Universal Technical Resource Services, Inc.
Coworking Expanding in Metro Detroit. Livonia Based Metro Work Space, a Coworking Facility, is Opening an Additional Location in Farmington Michigan.
Metro Work Space announces the opening of a new facility, capitalizing on the rising trend of coworking in Farmington, MI. Metro Work Space is a metro Detroit area business that is at the forefront of the "coworking" trend that is revolutionizing the field of entrepreneurship. - January 22, 2014 - Todd A. Luhtanen
Learn How to Supercharge Your Facebook Marketing
Sallie Burnett, President of Customer Insight Group, will conduct an interactive workshop that will help small businesses to grow and maintain their Facebook fan base. This seminar is designed to help busy marketers and business owners discover what works with Facebook marketing. Attendees will learn about the important elements of a Facebook marketing plan and how to execute them. - January 22, 2014 - Customer Insight Group
Introduction to Decision Making Released by BISCUE App in 7 Languages
Shubiki Corporation, Japan's leading business content provider, has released the courses entitled "Introduction to Decision Making" in 7 languages for its business skills application "BISCUE App." - January 22, 2014 - Shubiki Corporation
Social Sports Network Corp. Raises $400K for SportsBeat.com, Opens to Public for Beta Release
Social Sports Network Corporation, the Orange County, CA startup has announced beta release of SportsBeat.com is open to the public. The company closed a seed funding round of $400k to finalize the development of its sports team management platform, with $175k coming from the seed round and $225k... - January 21, 2014 - SportsBeat.com
Real Estate Investing Redefined By Direct Response Real Estate Investor Websites
A real estate investing firm that also builds interactive real estate investor websites, www.RealEstateInvestingWebsites.net, has rolled out new upgrades to their websites that include new and enhanced direct marketing features and designs. Real estate investors can now attract more leads and convert them to closed real estate deals. - January 21, 2014 - RealEstateInvestingWebSites.com
Kenyon Homecare Consulting's 5 Ways to Prevent Your Home Care Manual from Becoming a Doorstop
Use these tips to ensure your staff regularly follows the policies and procedures in your agency's home care manual. See how to keep your manual up-to-date. - January 21, 2014 - Kenyon HomeCare Consulting
ExpatsToday.com Brings Online Classifieds to Expatriates Living and Working Abroad
ExpatsToday.com is the best online classifieds solution for expatriates abroad. From buying and selling of cars to other items, searching jobs and advertising businesses, this platform has become the one-stop shop solution for expats all across the globe. - January 20, 2014 - ExpatsToday
David Pond Reappointed by Governor McCrory to NC Board of Examiners
WK Dickson & Co., Inc. has announced that David L. Pond, PE, Executive Vice President, has been reappointed by North Carolina Governor Pat McCrory to serve on the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors. Pond was initially appointed to serve in 2007, and with this... - January 20, 2014 - WK Dickson & Co., Inc.
USGPS LLC Announces the Sale of HomeInvestment.com
USGPS LLC has announced that the premium domain name Homeinvestment.com is for sale for $21,000. - January 20, 2014 - USGPS LLC
Career Development Programs for Sales Professional
Advance Selling Skills Academy partnered with ISMM for fulfilling the aspirations of ambitious sales professionals. Institute of Sales & Marketing Management (ISMM) is the worldwide representative body for salespeople founded in 1911. - January 20, 2014 - Advance Selling Skills Academy
Michael F. Turansick, Partner, Fragomen, Del Rey Bernsen & Loewy LLP to Speak at KC’s Comprehensive Immigration Reform: Impact on Your Bottom Line Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Michael F. Turansick, Partner, Fragomen, Del Rey Bernsen & Loewy LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Comprehensive... - January 20, 2014 - The Knowledge Group
Nader Samii, Chief Executive Officer and Lisa Rock, President with National Medical Billing Services to Speak at KC’s Revenue Cycle Management: What You Need to Know
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Nader Samii, Chief Executive Officer and Lisa Rock, President with National Medical Billing Services will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast... - January 20, 2014 - The Knowledge Group
Larry Lieb, ACE, CCA, Chief Innovation Officer, Scarab Consulting to Speak at KC’s Legal Series: Ethical Issues in Attorney Use of Social Media Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Larry Lieb, ACE, CCA, Chief Innovation Officer, Scarab Consulting will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Legal Series: Ethical... - January 20, 2014 - The Knowledge Group
Charlene Quincey, Associate/Manager, KPMG Law LLP to Speak at KC’s Comprehensive Immigration Reform: Impact on Your Bottom Line Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Charlene Quincey, Associate/Manager, KPMG Law LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Comprehensive Immigration Reform:... - January 20, 2014 - The Knowledge Group