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David G. Thomas, Shareholder, Greenberg Traurig LLP to Speak at KC’s Legal Series: Understanding Electronic Forensic Evidence for Litigators Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced that David G. Thomas, Shareholder, Greenberg Traurig LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Legal Series: Understanding Electronic... - October 09, 2013 - The Knowledge Group
Jonathan S. Sack, Partner, Morvillo Abramowitz Grand Iason & Anello PC to Speak at KC’s Understanding Anti-Whistleblower Protocols for Companies Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Jonathan S. Sack, Partner, Morvillo Abramowitz Grand Iason & Anello PC will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Understanding... - October 09, 2013 - The Knowledge Group
ENZACTA Touches Thousands at Global Convention in Mazatlan, Mexico
This past weekend, the city of Mazatlan, Mexico played host to thousands of ENZACTA Independent Business Owners from around the world. Numerous countries were well represented at the event, including Mexico, Guatemala, El Salvador, Columbia, the United States, Canada, and Korea just to name a few. - October 09, 2013 - ENZACTA
Erado Releases Version 8.0 of Its Electronic Communications Compliance Solution
Organizations needed a way to provide a tamper-proof environment for the enforcement and validation of full audit trails for all electronic communications, from email and instant messages to all social media content. Erado has responded to the industry's appeal for effective internal governance and regulatory compliance solutions with MCC 8.0. - October 08, 2013 - Erado
Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Recently Recognized
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide of Farmingdale, New York has been recognized as a professional advertising, networking and publishing company. About Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide recognizes executives and professionals both... - October 08, 2013 - Strathmore Worldwide
Dave Nadler, Partner, Dickstein Shapiro LLP to Speak at Knowledge Congress’ Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, announced today that Dave Nadler, Partner, Dickstein Shapiro LLP, will speak at a 2-hour webcast entitled “DCAA 'Hot Buttons': An Update LIVE Webcast.” This two-hour... - October 08, 2013 - The Knowledge Group
Antonia Banewicz of Weichert Realtors States What Can Make or Break a Deal When It Comes to Selling Your Home
Ms. Banewicz, Realtor and Certified Home Stager recommends home staging. Even in this economy, homes in Maplewood and South Orange are flying off the market but only if they are "show ready." Homes that don't show well just sit and sit on the market. According to Weichert, Maplewood, NJ has an absorption rate of 4.1 which indicates a buyer's market, but that won't help much if your house looks tired and worn out. - October 07, 2013 - Antonia Banewicz@Weichert Realtors
Law Offices of Heath D. Harte, LLC Announce New Location
Leading Criminal Defense Attorney and Personal Injury Attorney Opens a New Office in Stamford, Connecticut - October 07, 2013 - Law Offices of Heath D. Harte, LLC
Successful Due Diligence of Software Companies to Ensure Successful Exit, Merger or Acquisition
Dr. Karl Michael Popp publishes "Mergers and Acquisitions in the Software Industry – Foundations of Due Diligence," a book well suited for investors, target companies and acquirers of software companies. - October 06, 2013 - drkarlpopp.com
ActionCOACH of Minneapolis/St. Paul Founding Member of Twin Cities BusinessCLUB Launches October 24th, 2014
4 local top businesses who specialize in helping the manufacturing and wholesale business sectors have joined together to help you in leveraging your business to maximize value. - October 06, 2013 - ActionCOACH Business Coaching Minneapolis/St. Paul
Hill, Chesson & Woody Wins Triangle Business Journal’s 2013 Best Places to Work Award
North Carolina-Based Consulting Firm Honored for Employee Satisfaction and Human Resource Efforts. - October 06, 2013 - Hill, Chesson & Woody
CapApex Shares 6 Steps to Improve Business Performance
It's tough trying to figure out why your company is not performing as it should. You have probably implemented policies and procedures specifically designed to improve business performance. Your employees surely are working as hard as anyone possibly could. And still the results are not there. What... - October 05, 2013 - CapApex
Laura Powers Promoted to Chief Marketing Officer of Furia Rubel Marketing and Public Relations
Bucks County, Pennsylvania integrated marketing agency promotes VP to CMO. - October 05, 2013 - Furia Rubel Communications
ATA Engineering Strengthens Ties with Brüel & Kjær
Engineering consultancy company ATA Engineering, Inc (ATA) has strengthened its ties with instrument and solution provider, Brüel & Kjær, with the procurement of a PULSE Data Acquisition and Analysis system - October 05, 2013 - Bruel & Kjær UK
Baby Deedee Launches Its New Toddler Duvet Blanket
Baby deedee introduces the sleep quilt, its new toddler comforter. It is one of the few toddler blankets on the market that is oversized with 39x52” dimensions and covers the entire crib/toddler bed. Like the baby deedee sleep nest baby sleeping bag, it is super soft and fluffy, and has a... - October 05, 2013 - Baby deedee LLC
GIA White Paper Explains How to Turn Data Into Insight
Sixty-four percent of companies with world class market intelligence functions centralize their intelligence functions, compared to 57 percent in the average company, according to the 2013 Global Market Intelligence Survey. This requires sophisticated management of intelligence processes that... - October 05, 2013 - Global Intelligence Alliance Group
Uniastrum Bank Cuts Personal Loan Rates
Interest paid by all customers on personal loans has been reduced on average by two percentage points. - October 04, 2013 - Uniastrum Bank
Fear City Chicago Haunted House Hosts Morton Grove Chamber of Commerce Networking Event Along with the Skokie, Niles and Lincolnwood Chambers Too
The day before Fear City Chicago Haunted House's Opening Night, the Morton Grove Chamber of Commerce, joined by Skokie, Niles and Lincolnwood Chambers, held a Business After Hours networking event at the haunted attraction. - October 04, 2013 - Fear City Chicago
City Stays Dry During Heavy Rains
Columbus Sees Results from Flood Mitigation Plan. - October 04, 2013 - Ruekert & Mielke, Inc.
Colin K. Kelly, Partner, Alston & Bird LLP 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 Colin K. Kelly, Partner, Alston & Bird LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Legal Series: Ethical Issues in Attorney... - October 04, 2013 - The Knowledge Group
Anticipation Skyrockets for Talk Fusion CONNECT
The Florida-based global Video Communication Company’s latest product development receives great reviews from industry leaders and testers. - October 04, 2013 - Talk Fusion
Silver Threads Expansion to Their Plain City Drapery Workshop Means More Jobs and More Money for Ohio
Addition of 12,000 square feet allows founder Carrie Perini to add to her existing roster of drapery treatments and services for the Hospitality, Retail, Healthcare and Commercial industries. - October 04, 2013 - Silver Threads, Inc.
Pink Elephant Introduces Instructor-Led Online Delivery Courses in Asia
Expanded Course Offerings Developed with the Busy IT Professional in Mind - October 04, 2013 - Pink Elephant
WebTeb Announces It Has Passed the 3 Million Unique Visitors Per Month Mark and Opening of Ramallah Offices
Ramallah office opened following an investment in WebTeb by Siraj Palestine Fund. - October 04, 2013 - WebTeb
Welsh Packaging Solutions Moving Its Operations to a New 154,000 Square-Foot Facility in Morrisville
Operating Under the Ernest Packaging Solutions Name, Packaging Company Spurs Need for Additional Square Footage Due to Sustained Growth. - October 04, 2013 - Ernest Packaging Solutions
Communicating with International Clients as a Freelancer
Remote freelancer often have the oppotunity to work internationally. In this case, they should be aware of certain cross-cultural communication patterns. - October 04, 2013 - freelancermap GmbH
Oliver Wight Sponsor Asia’s First S&OP Innovation Summit
The renowned S&OP Innovation Summit is coming to Asia for the first time ever with Oliver Wight Asia Pacific sponsoring it. - October 04, 2013 - Oliver Wight Asia Pacific
Universal Wilde Announces Patrick Romich as New Chief Executive Officer
Universal Wilde announced today that, effective immediately Patrick Romich will join Universal Wilde as Chief Executive Officer. In this key role for the company Patrick will drive the strategy, growth and future vision of Universal Wilde. Patrick brings nearly 30 years of senior executive... - October 03, 2013 - Universal Wilde
Taylor Morrison Hosts Second Annual Treat Street Event for Gilbert Families on Halloween
Arizona families Can Visit Adora Trails for Halloween Trick or Treating; Enjoy Snacks and Prizes - October 03, 2013 - Taylor Morrison
Darling Homes’ Award-Winning One-Level Luxury Homes Debut at Viridian in Arlington
Shopping, Dining and Distinctive Floor Plans from Darling Homes Give Home Buyers a Well-Rounded Community to Call Home. - October 03, 2013 - Darling Homes
Donald Nemerov, Managing Director, Compensation and Benefits Consulting, Grant Thornton 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 Donald Nemerov, Managing Director, Compensation and Benefits, Grant Thornton LLP, will speak at a 2-hour webcast entitled “Performance-Based Long-term... - October 03, 2013 - The Knowledge Group
bestattorneysonline.com Named Media Partner at Knowledge Congress' Legal Series: Ethical Issues in Attorney Use of Social Media Live Webcast
bestattorneysonline.com will be KC’s media partner for its upcoming webcast entitled: “Legal Series: Ethical Issues in Attorney Use of Social Media,” scheduled for January 31, 2014 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm (ET). For more details about this event, please visit:... - October 03, 2013 - The Knowledge Group
Ethics Sage Founder Dr. Steven Mintz Improves Ethical Standards in Business Through Interpersonal Skill Development
Ethics Sage Founder Dr. Steven Mintz is available for presentations that address the importance of ethical standards in business. Dr. Mintz can speak on a variety of topics related to creating a more ethical organization environment including developing interpersonal skills for any team member in a... - October 03, 2013 - Ethics Sage
bestattorneysonline.com Named Media Partner at Knowledge Congress' Patent Infringement Reasonable Royalty Damages Strategies In Light of Recent Federal Circuit Decisions
bestattorneysonline.com will be KC’s media partner for its upcoming webcast entitled: “Patent Infringement Reasonable Royalty Damages Strategies In Light of Recent Federal Circuit Decisions,” scheduled for October 8, 2013 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm (ET). For more details about this... - October 03, 2013 - The Knowledge Group
bestattorneysonline.com Named Media Partner at Knowledge Congress' Understanding Anti-Whistleblower Protocols for Companies Live Webcast
bestattorneysonline.com will be KC’s media partner for its upcoming webcast entitled: “Understanding Anti-Whistleblower Protocols for Companies,” scheduled for November 6, 2013 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm (ET). For more details about this event, please visit: http://www.knowledgecongress. - October 03, 2013 - The Knowledge Group
iGoogle Closes in 30 Days, Over 15 Million Users to be Affected
Google is shutting down iGoogle in 30 days & leave an estimated 15 million without their homepage. Google remains ambiguous while thousands complain on the Google Product Forums. To fill this gap, many alternatives exist, some complex while others simple and intuitive, that offer a faster and cleaner experience than even iGoogle itself. Now is the time to tell your iGoogle-using friends to move on. - October 02, 2013 - STARTME.com
ScienceBased Health’s HydroEye® Benefits Post-Menopausal Dry Eye Sufferers in New Clinical Research
Just Published: One of the Only Controlled Trials to Show Significant Impact on Dry Eye with a Nutritional Product. More than half of peri and post-menopausal women are estimated to suffer from dry eye. Study findings published in the October issue of Cornea show that daily dietary supplementation is effective in improving symptoms and halting progression of dry eye. - October 02, 2013 - ScienceBased Health
Pacific Resort Hotel Group Dominates at 20th Annual World Travel Awards
Pacific Resort Hotel Group is once again proud to announce that Pacific Resort Aitutaki has dominated at the Asia & Australasia regional ceremony for the 2013 World Travel Awards, capturing three major titles, also qualifying the 5 star boutique resort as finalists for the "World's Leading" category. - October 02, 2013 - Pacific Resort Hotel Group - Cook Islands
Seon to Donate Bus Camera System Proceeds to Anti-bullying Efforts
Seon is pleased to kick off National Bullying Prevention Month by announcing that they will donate a portion of the proceeds of every bus camera system sold between October 1st and December 31st to anti-bullying education and awareness campaigns like, “The Bully Project.” It is expected... - October 02, 2013 - Seon Design Inc.
New Release: Literary Horror Novel "Do I Bother You At Night?"
Indie Author Troy Aaron Ratliff's debuts his first novel "Do I Bother You At Night?" published in print and as an ebook. - October 02, 2013 - Troy Aaron Ratliff
Center for Executive Excellence Announces Opening of New Office in Phoenix, AZ and the Addition of a New Senior Research Fellow
New location and addition of Dr. Chad Bogosian as Senior Research Fellow expands the geographical reach and enriches the scope of service offerings. - October 02, 2013 - Center for Executive Excellence
Businesses Wonder How Much Incentive Pay is Acceptable
Owners and CEOs of businesses today would like to move towards more incentive compensation and away from an emphasis on high salaries, according to Tom Miller, President of The VisionLink Advisory Group, a compensation consulting firm headquartered in Irvine, CA. The problem is, they don’t... - October 02, 2013 - The VisionLink Advisory Group
Storage Made Easy Provides Universal Secure Access for Cloudian Storage Clients
Storage Made Easy today announced that it now makes it easier than ever for customers of Cloudian, the market-leading cloud storage company, to access their cloud files no matter their device or location. - October 02, 2013 - Storage Made Easy
3D Printing Fixture Company, RapidFit, Inc. Begins Manufacturing in Michigan
RapidFit, Inc. (part of the Materialise Group), a provider of additive manufactured (3D printed) fixture solutions for the automotive industry, announced today that it has completed the purchase of Advanced Machining Ltd. located in Chesterfield Township, Michigan. This location will now be the... - October 02, 2013 - Materialise
BoardEvals Introduces New Board Evaluation Suite for Banks and Credit Unions
New BoardEvals Suite of Web-based Board Evaluation Tools Helps Financial Institutions Optimize the Performance of its Board of Directors and Board Committees - October 02, 2013 - BoardEvals
U.S. Federal Drug Administration Awards $40 Million Tobacco Product Policy Research Contract to SciMetrika
Population Health Consulting Firm’s Findings May Influence Regulation of Popular Tobacco Products Like Electronic Cigarettes. - October 02, 2013 - SciMetrika
a/e ProNet Holds Annual Meeting in Chicago
This week, a/e ProNet will hold its annual fall meeting at the Embassy Suites Downtown/Lakefront in Chicago. a/e ProNet is a nationwide network of independent insurance brokers specializing in the professional liability needs of architects and engineers. Members from across the country will convene... - October 01, 2013 - a/e ProNet
First Gift Card-Focused Security Company CardFlo Officially Launches
CardFlo, the gift card-focused security company that provides services critical to preventing and detecting fraud and money laundering, has just announced its company launch. With a suite of offerings that strengthen clients’ gift card operations, CardFlo is the industry’s first... - October 01, 2013 - CardFlo
Urban Balance Counseling Practice Opening Sixth Location in North Suburbs
Urban Balance, a group counseling practice founded in 2004, has expanded its therapy practice in the north suburbs with a new Northbrook location. The new office will be managed by Joyce Marter, LCPC, Owner of Urban Balance. Urban Balance has been recognized by Crain’s Chicago Business and is certified by the Women's Business Enterprise National Council. - October 01, 2013 - Urban Balance
HALDEY Pharmaceutical Compounding President to Address Brooklyn Physicians on Oct. 2
Dr. Emil J. Haldey will speak before an audience of doctors at the Medical Society of the County of Kings, in association with the Academy of Medicine of Brooklyn. - October 01, 2013 - HALDEY Pharmaceutical Compounding