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Risk Management Reports Success Using ReEmployAbility’s Transition2Work Program to Compliment In-House Return-to-Work
ReEmployAbility and Waste Management are announcing the successful collaboration of the Waste Management in-house RTW program and ReEmployAbility’s Transitoin2Work program to help injured workers return to work safely. - December 19, 2013 - ReEmployAbility
Donna Marie Thompson, PhD CEO of Expert Profit Solutions Talked Hidden Profits and Cost Cutting for Your Small Business on ExpertPreneur™ Radio hosted by Sheryl Wolowyk
Donna Marie Thompson and Sheryl Wolowyk, Executive Producer and Host of the ExpertPreneur™ Radio show talked small business success and small business management and the important role of informed cost cutting. They concurred that many small business owners are working longer and harder just to stand still in this economy. But there is a better way by doing the right things right. - December 19, 2013 - Expert Profit Solutions
Mequoda Releases New Multiplatform Publishing Strategy Handbook
Build your digital publishing empire with the secrets and proven techniques in this new 100-page handbook. - December 19, 2013 - Mequoda Group
RAPIDBOUNCE Ltd. Needs Your Help to Become the National Public Champion for Greece in the European Business Awards
RAPIDBOUNCE Ltd. from Greece will compete for the title of "National Public Champion" in this year’s European Business Awards, sponsored by RSM International, as the public vote opens for the first time. - December 19, 2013 - RAPIDBOUNCE Ltd.
New Carbon Trading Approach to Challenge Deforestation
Direct Measurements, not estimation, are used to quantify carbon sequestration of forest carbon benefiting landowners, local economies and ecosystems. The approach is applicable to forests anywhere on the carbon that are essential for a reversal of deforestation practices. - December 18, 2013 - Planetary Emissions Management Inc.
Invoke e-Filing for Regulators Portal Solution Chosen by the EBA for the Collection and Technical Parsing of European Supervisory Reporting in XBRL
Invoke is pleased to announce that the e-Filing for Regulators portal solution has been chosen by the European Banking Authority (EBA) for the collection and technical parsing of supervisory reporting prepared by European credit institutions and collected from National Competent Authorities (NCAs). - December 18, 2013 - Invoke
A New Method to Detect Deception with Greater Accuracy
A new study shows that analyzing how a person phrases their statement is a much more accurate way of detecting deception. - December 18, 2013 - Advanced Interviewing Concepts
EDUcourses.net, a Florida Education Company, Announced Today the Release of Top Reports on Massive, Open, Online Courses (MOOCs)
A handful of computer engineers have adapted digital technologies for the delivery of education products at low cost. Massive, open, online courses introduced by Udacity, Coursera and Udemy may save American freedoms by lowering the cost of a college education and removing higher education from federal control. - December 18, 2013 - EDUcourses.net
CFCA Announces New President/CEO
CFCA is a movement of dedicated people who are tackling poverty in new and innovative ways. Founded in 1981, CFCA today is the largest nonprofit in Kansas. - December 18, 2013 - Christian Foundation for Children and Aging
2014-Resolutions to Improve Your Time Management Skills, Save Time and Reduce Stress
Our work, where we spend so much time, is an important place to invest energy implementing the 2014 Time Management Improvement – Stress Reducing New Year’s Resolutions – Stress Reducing New Year’s Resolutions. An event, such as the New Year, is a perfect time to change... - December 18, 2013 - PEP Productivity Solutions, Inc.
Elizabeth Espin Stern with Baker & McKenzie LLP to Speak at KC's Comprehensive Immigration Reform: Impact on Your Bottom Line Live Webcast
Elizabeth Espin Stern, Managing Partner of the Washington, DC Office and co-head of Global Immigration & Mobility Practice, Baker & McKenzie LLP to Speak at KC’s Comprehensive Immigration Reform: Impact on Your Bottom Line Live Webcast - December 18, 2013 - The Knowledge Group
2013 Proves Successful Year for Bioscience in Colorado
Colorado BioScience Association (CBSA) highlights Colorado’s key financings and acquisitions in the industry during 2013. The Association plays a key role in promoting Colorado as a dynamic region for bioscience innovation and investment. - December 18, 2013 - Colorado BioScience Association
EPMG United Reaches 1.4 Million Unique Monthly Visitors Per comScore’s Latest Figures
Digital Alliance of Black Newspaper Publishers Tracks Impressive Growth Since July 2013 Inception - December 18, 2013 - EPMG
Computer Services Company Announce the Re-Launch of Their Informative Redesigned Website
Mylo-tek is a fascinating computer services company, leading the field in providing unrivalled standards in customer care and support for computers and computer systems. Their redesigned website showcases their comprehensive services and shows evidence of their in-depth understanding. - December 18, 2013 - Mylo-Tek
S.E. Asian Electro-Mechanical Sub-Contractor Hired US Sales Agents for Their New Ohio Office
Incoils, the internationally acclaimed South-East Asian electro-mechanical sub-contractor has recently hired some US sales agents through their newly opened Ohio office for the North American customers - December 18, 2013 - Incoils North America
Mitra Arshi Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Mitra Arshi of San Dimas, California has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the consulting field. About Mitra Arshi Dr. Arshi has over 17 years experience in the consulting field. She has prolonged... - December 17, 2013 - Strathmore Worldwide
Tianniu Chen, Ph.D. Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Tianniu Chen, Ph.D. of Westford, Massachusetts has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of materials research and chemical products development. About Tianniu Chen, Ph.D. Dr. Chen has over 11 years... - December 17, 2013 - Strathmore Worldwide
Gregory Gleason Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Gregory Gleason of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the legal field. About Gregory Gleason Mr. Gleason has over 32 years of experience in the legal field. Most recently he... - December 17, 2013 - Strathmore Worldwide
Olympus Extends Successful Concert Ticket and Photo Shoot Promotion with TRCo Marketing
TRCo Marketing is extending a nationwide consumer incentive promotion with Olympus Imaging America Inc. until the end of December 2013, thanks to greater than expected success. The Olympus brand’s challenge was to increase sales, product visibility and engagement with their audience while... - December 17, 2013 - TRCo Marketing
Robert J. Nelson, Partner and Chair of the False Claims Act Practice Group, Lieff Cabraser Heimann & Bernstein, LLP 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 Robert J. Nelson, Partner and Chair of the False Claims Act Practice Group, Lieff Cabraser Heimann & Bernstein, LLP will speak at a 2-hour webcast... - December 17, 2013 - The Knowledge Group
TM Software Introduces Newly Designed Tempo Timesheets 7.8 to Advance Team Management and Productivity
Leading Time Tracking, Resource Planning, Project Management, and Business Intelligence Software Adds Team Management Features, Modern Interface, Easier Navigation, and Improved Aggregation of Business Data so Teams Can Work Smarter - December 16, 2013 - Tempo
Insurance Firm in The Woodlands, Texas is Honored as an Award Winner from Insurance Companies
Mike Powell Insurance has continued great service for its customers, and its recent, prestigious awards are just the beginning. - December 16, 2013 - Mike Powell Insurance
International Polymer Solutions (IPS) Awarded ISO-9001:2008 Certification
ISO-9001:2008 Quality Certification granted to producer of plastic components for pharmaceutical, semiconductor, laboratory and other environments. International Polymer Solutions (IPS) is proud to announce their recent certification. - December 16, 2013 - International Polymer Solutions Inc.
Bringing 30+ Years of Flow Measurement Expertise to Thermal Instrument Company Trevose, PA - Jerry Boisvert Joins Thermal Instrument Co as Sales/Mktg Director
Thermal Instrument Company invests for the new future of the company into new technology & personnel for a stronger presence in the flow measurement industry. - December 15, 2013 - Thermal Instrument Company
Amaryllo Unveils iBabi HD, World’s First HD Skype Baby Monitor with Wireless Motion-Control Technologies at CES 2014
Amaryllo’s patent-pending technologies allow parents to remotely control Skype wireless baby monitor by intuitive movement of their smartphones anywhere, anytime. - December 14, 2013 - Amaryllo Inc.
Dale Carnegie Tampa Bay Presented by Rick J. Gallegos & Associates, Inc. Wins Dale Carnegie Training's® Top Honors of Millennium Club Award
Dale Carnegie Tampa Bay Presented by Rick J. Gallegos & Associates, Inc. Wins Dale Carnegie Training's® Top Honors of Millennium Club Award - December 14, 2013 - Rick J. Gallegos & Associates
Double Measures from Brüel & Kjær
Sound and vibration expert launches 2 channel sound level meter. - December 14, 2013 - Bruel & Kjær UK
Infosys Launches TradeEedge – An Insights-Driven Sales Platform for Distributor Management
TradeEdge is a cloud-based platform. It helps brands expand reach in emerging markets, by providing visibility across the demand chain – from distributors to consumers. - December 14, 2013 - Infosys
Currie, Peak, and Frazier, Inc., a High Tech Resource and Service Company, is Appointed as an Authorized Value Added Reseller for Motion Computing's New Wireless Division
Currie, Peak, and Frazier, Inc. is pleased to announce that they have been contracted as an authorized value added reseller for Motion Computing’s New LINCWorks™ Portable Wireless Devices. These devices create instant network connectivity as a reality anywhere, including outdoor and vehicle networks. WiFi, Mesh Networking, and Cellular capabilities integrated into rugged, portable enclosures, make adding or extending networks a snap. - See more at: http://www.CPF-LINCWorks.com - December 13, 2013 - Currie, Peak, and Frazier, Inc.
Renova Renovation Expands Commercial & Multifamily Acquisition Advisory Teams to Meet Market Demand
Renova Renovation, a Dallas-based commercial and multifamily General Contractor announced today that it has expanded its Dallas and Austin-based acquisition and due diligence advisory teams to meet increased demand from clients in the region. A Renova spokesperson stated, “We continue to see... - December 13, 2013 - Renova Flooring
More Than $1 Million Raised for Rock & Roll Academy at Las Vegas Concert
KISS, Alice Cooper and dozens of rock & roll legends team up for epic charity concert. - December 13, 2013 - Brennan Rock & Roll Academy
FRAFOS Presents Its WebRTC Vision at WebRTC Paris 2013
FRAFOS presents its vision about the integration of SIP and WebRTC at the WebRTC Conference 2013 in Paris. With the WebRTC initiatives of W3C and IETF standardization browsers will not only be used by users to send and receive textual data but also real time audio and video content. This will... - December 13, 2013 - FRAFOS
Etech Global Services Wins Contract with Global Customer Experience Company
Etech’s excellence in Customer Service attracts the attention of a Global Customer Experience Company. - December 13, 2013 - Etech, Inc.
Cognizant Ventures Sales Seminar
Cognizant Ventures Seminar: “Shatter Sales Goals For 2014: Build, Train, Recruit, & Sustain Your Sales Team” Brian Ortiz, Cognizant Ventures CEO, will be hosting an interesting seminar, “Shatter Sales Goals For 2014: Build, Train, Recruit, & Sustain Your Sales... - December 13, 2013 - Cognizant Ventures
Michael Shermer Joins Tarot Project
World renowned skeptic Michael Shermer joins the cast of Tarot: A Documentary Love Story, produced by Backbone Trail Arts. - December 12, 2013 - Backbone Trail Arts
Glendale, Ohio Chamber of Commerce Gives Local Children a "Special Christmas"
Glendale, Ohio Chamber adopts a family in need to ensure they have Christmas gifts for their children. - December 12, 2013 - Agricola Redesign
Attorney Cullen A. Tonry Selected for List of Top Rated Lawyers in LA
Cullen is a defender of the poor, the less informed, and to those in which nothing extraordinary is expected. He fights civil and criminal injustice and is on the front line of defending our freedoms that are so frequently trampled on by those more fortunate. Public opinion is being carefully crafted to reflect the interest of Goliath while David’s freedoms are being washed away in the name Justice. He is not here to judge, but to inform, educate, and defend. - December 12, 2013 - Tonry Law Firm
Free! New "Sales Navigator Plus(R)" Sales Software Addresses the Challenge of Providing Professional Sales Training for Companies and Users with Limited Budgets
Sales Navigator Plus(R) (SNaP) is a usage-based training & learning sales tool that enables users to receive sales training & development that improve selling effectiveness as they perform their day-to-day sales job. And for a limited time, the SNaP software application is being provided free of charge. - December 12, 2013 - TMBE
Practice Velocity Promotes National Influenza Vaccination Week
#1 Rated Urgent Care EMR Company Practice Velocity Joins with Other Medical Professionals to Keep Influenza Case Numbers Down This Year - December 12, 2013 - Practice Velocity
"Salesforce.com Secrets of Success Second Edition Available from Prentice Hall
New edition has the biggest page count and most online resources of any book covering Salesforce.com that is available on Amazon. - December 12, 2013 - SalesLogistix, Inc
DEUS Rescue’s Controlled Descent Devices Featured on “The Amazing Race Canada”
DEUS Rescue’s Premier Product Featured in Rappelling Challenge on Season Finale of Award-Winning Reality Show - December 12, 2013 - DEUS Rescue
Talk Fusion Reveals 3-in-1 Product Talk Fusion CONNECT at Exclusive Event
Florida company showcases groundbreaking video product during promotional Hawaii vacation. - December 12, 2013 - Talk Fusion
Kenyon HomeCare Consulting: What the ICD-10 Conversion Means for Your Home Health Agency
Home health consultants help your agency get ready for the ICD-10 conversion so you will be in compliance with the new codes and maintain positive cash flow. - December 12, 2013 - Kenyon HomeCare Consulting
Clarion Group Announces Record Numbers for Corporate Food Services
“The signs are pointing upward for corporate food services,” says Tom Mac Dermott, FCSI, President of Compass Group, a food service and hospitality services consulting firm, citing two recent surveys of the industry, “but not for everyone. The story’s a little different at... - December 12, 2013 - Clarion Group
Publishamerica Releases "Dynamite Runs in the Family" by Cabot Barden, Barden's Third Book. A Twentieth Century Story of a Southern Family, About Love, Music and Mayhem.
"Dynamite Runs In the Family" by Cabot Barden is an explosive novel of love, courage, and the supernatural. A small feisty woman faces a ghost, the challenges and the heartbreaks of raising a family in the fifties and sixties. It is also about the woman’s son, who is raising his two children in the seventies, after being widowed, and working in the music business, where he is headed for success. - December 11, 2013 - Cabot Barden-Author
BDA Advises AgFeed on Divestiture of US and China Operations
Business Development Asia ("BDA") is pleased to announce that its client, AgFeed Industries Inc. ("AgFeed"), has closed the sale of the outstanding capital stock of AgFeed Industries Inc. (British Virgin Islands), the holding company for AgFeed's Chinese subsidiaries... - December 11, 2013 - BDA Partners Ltd
Taco Bueno® Offers Nostalgic Menu Item on Throwback Thursdays
The Chili Pie will be offered in stores every Thursday through January. - December 11, 2013 - Taco Bueno Restaurants, L.P.
Effective Management of Africa’s Extractive Industries: The Role of Ethics, Regulations and Multinational Corporations in Promoting Equity and Sustainable Development
Devconia LLC, convened a high-level roundtable entitled “Effective Management of Africa’s Extractive Industries.” The roundtable focused on the role of ethics, regulations and multinational corporations (MNCs) in promoting equity and sustainable development in countries from which MNCs derive a significant portion of their income. - December 11, 2013 - Devconia LLC
Hill, Chesson & Woody Names Jennifer Wilhelm Accounting Clerk
New Hire for Local Benefits Consulting Firm Responsible for Preparing Company Financial Statements. - December 11, 2013 - Hill, Chesson & Woody
E-Bike Commuters Gain Recognition and Insurance; Insurance Company Offers Coverage for Electric-Assisted Bicycles and Their Riders
E-bikes, bicycles with power assist provided by an electric motor, are rapidly gaining popularity as an alternative method of transportation in metropolitan areas. Until recently, e-bike riders were not covered by insurance. Velosurance, a Fort Lauderdale, FL based insurance agency that launched a... - December 10, 2013 - Velosurance