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J5R Announces Virtual Advisory Service That Helps Small and Medium Businesses Compete
J5R’s Virtual Advisory Service© provides principal-level expert advisors at affordable prices – virtually, eliminating travel costs and helping drive competitiveness in small and medium businesses. Their thought leadership makes the difference with each expert advisor having over 20 years of experience delivering results for Fortune 500 companies. By offering management consulting, senior level IT consulting “virtually,” nationally and globally, companies immediately realize cost savings. - August 22, 2013 - J5R Business Services, LLC
Taylor Morrison’s Summit Collection Debuts at Adora Trails on August 24 with New Models, Video Game Truck and Free Food
Arizona Home Builder Offers Summit, Discovery, Encore and Odyssey Collections. - August 22, 2013 - Taylor Morrison
Performance Architects, Inc. Named to Inc. 500|5000 List of America’s Fastest Growing Companies for Third Year in a Row
Performance Architects, Inc., a business and technology consulting company that helps organizations initiate and sustain major improvements in enterprise performance, announced today that the company has been named to Inc. magazine’s Inc. 500|5000 ranking of the nation's fastest-growing... - August 22, 2013 - Performance Architects, Inc.
Download Milestones and Have Them Appear in Desktop/Web-Software Calendar with ProofHub
ProofHub has recently enabled functionality where you can now download calendar in iCal and CSV format for the selected and all projects. - August 22, 2013 - ProofHub
Talk Fusion Founder & CEO Helps Fire Victim and Pets Find New Home
Bob Reina provides funds needed for Mulberry, Florida woman and her surviving pets to move to a new home. - August 22, 2013 - Talk Fusion
Ad-Juster, Inc. Makes It Onto Inc. Magazine's List of 500/5000 Fastest Growing Companies in America
Ad-Juster, Inc. has made it into the top 200 of Inc. Magazine’s list of America's fastest growing companies and also ranks #19 among software companies in the US. This has been a great accomplishment for Ad-Juster and its team. - August 21, 2013 - Ad-Juster, Inc.
Dave Murray joins Celestron’s® International Sales Team as Business Development Manager
A longtime business partner, Dave brings three decades of optics selling expertise to the world’s number-one telescope manufacturer. - August 21, 2013 - Celestron
The Grimes Companies Promotes Michael White to Director of Fleet Operations
The Grimes Companies are pleased to announce the promotion of Michael White to Director of Fleet Operations of Grimes Trucking Company (GTC). White has served as Terminal Manager since joining GTC in 2012. White has more than 28 years’ industry experience and has quickly adapted to the... - August 21, 2013 - Total Distribution, Inc.
Arrowhead Grill Gives Nod to 1976 “Judgment of Paris” with August Wine Tasting
Monthly Wine Club Event Will Feature Selections from France and Napa Valley on August 24, from 2 to 4 p.m. - August 21, 2013 - Arrowhead Grill
VStock Transfer is Pleased to Congratulate Its Client, China Commercial Credit, Inc. on Its Initial Public Offering
VStock Transfer congratulates its client, China Commercial Credit, Inc. in connection with its initial public offering and its listing on Nasdaq. - August 21, 2013 - Vstock Transfer, LLC
New E-Cigarette Line Available from ZemoCigs.com
Zemo LLC, a Long Island-based retailer doing business at ZemoCigs.com, announces an innovative new line of e-cigarettes that is affordable, easy to use and give a realistic smoking experience. Zemo’s Co-Founder, Alex Liang, says the inspiration for Zemo e-cigs came while looking into other... - August 21, 2013 - Zemo LLC
Biggest Redesign in ProofHub's History
It's all about simplicity, minimalism and focus on one thing at a time. ProofHub have not only re-designed the screens or changed fonts, but have re-designed the ProofHub's overall user experience. - August 21, 2013 - ProofHub
100 Million Reasons Small Businesses Are Attracted to BNI WCF
10 Years of passing referrals builds to 100 million dollars in closed deals for West Central Florida small businesses in the past 12 months. - August 21, 2013 - BNI WCF
Ivy Exec Named to the Inc. 500 List of Fastest Growing Companies
Inc. names Ivy Exec one of the fastest growing, privately held companies in the U.S. - August 20, 2013 - Ivy Exec
Sumit Ganguly Joins BDA as Managing Director and Head of Mumbai
Sumit Ganguly has joined Business Development Asia LLC (“BDA”) as Managing Director and Head of BDA’s Mumbai office. This is a significant step to bolster BDA’s strong team in India, and to deepen the firm’s unparalleled pan-Asian line-up of top investment... - August 20, 2013 - BDA Partners Ltd
Powell's Sweet Shoppe Under New Management and Plans to Expand
Powell’s Sweet Shoppe is proud to announce new ownership. San Jose resident, Bear Silber has purchased the franchise from Founder, Michael Powell. Mr. Powell will stay with the company in an advisory role. As of August 1, Bear has been operating as CEO and Owner of Powell’s Sweet Shoppe. - August 20, 2013 - Powell's Sweet Shoppe
Mid-Atlantic Door Group Opens Office in Prince Frederick
Residential & commercial garage door service expands its Southern Maryland reach. - August 20, 2013 - Mid-Atlantic Door Group
Success Mentors International Reveals How to Control Public Speaking Nerves
Niki Rebin, founder of Success Mentors International, announces her four-step approach for controlling public speaking nervousness. Her method includes deep breathing and muscle relaxation techniques. - August 20, 2013 - Success Mentors International
Cornerstone Designation Awarded to Houston Insurance Agents
J.M. Strange & Company Earns Prestigious Cornerstone Designation for Second Consecutive Year. - August 19, 2013 - J.M. Strange & Company
Leading Accessories Firm Aquarius Ltd. Taps Integrated IT Platform from Visual 2000
The St. Louis-based accessories designer and marketer is planning a phased implementation of the Visual End-2-End fashion solution. With out-of-the-box PLM, ERP, and other mission-critical capabilities, the all-in-one system will consolidate all product information and processes to enhance collaboration and streamline operations. - August 17, 2013 - Visual 2000 International
CFO Enterprise Discusses the Benefits of Part-Time CFO Services
Firm Providing Consulting Services, Chief Financial Officer and Controller Solutions Explains Part-Time CFO Service Advantages - August 17, 2013 - CFO Enterprise
Safeguard Self Storage Announces the Opening of a New Self Storage Facility in Bronx, New York Just North of Manhattan
Safeguard Self Storage expanded its presence in the New York metropolitan self-storage market again with the opening of its newest location, a 57,000 net rentable square foot addition to its existing facility on Bronx Boulevard in Bronx, New York about four miles northeast of Manhattan. Safeguard opened its 63rd store nationwide and its 23rd store in the New York metropolitan market today. - August 17, 2013 - Safeguard Self Storage
All About Business TV Features Marketing Firm CMS Solutions
All About Business TV is featuring St. Louis marketing firm CMS Solutions daily on its segment during ABC 30’s Good Morning America. This allows CMS Solutions to bring daily marketing tips to the St. Louis community. - August 17, 2013 - CMS Solutions
Come Out and Introduce Yourself: The Queens English PR Hosts Introductions – Networking for Small Businesses and Nonprofit Organizations
If you are a new business owner or have created a nonprofit organization within the last 18 months The Queens English PR has created a unique networking event just for you. You are invited to come out Wednesday, September 18, 2013 and Introduce Yourself. Introductions will provide you with a platform to build your network while increasing your net worth. The event will be held at The Venue at 1801 located at 1801 N. Tryon Street Ste 609. - August 17, 2013 - The Queens English PR
Charles Loughlin, Partner, Baker Botts LLP to Speak at KC’s Pay-for-Delay Antitrust Issues in the Pharmaceutical Industry: Updates and Enforcements in 2013 Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Charles Loughlin, Partner, Baker Botts LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Pay-for-Delay Antitrust Issues in the... - August 17, 2013 - The Knowledge Group
Melvin H. Orlans, Counsel, Hunton & Williams LLP to Speak at KC’s Pay-for-Delay Antitrust Issues in the Pharmaceutical Industry: Updates and Enforcements in 2013
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Melvin H. Orlans, Counsel, Hunton & Williams LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Pay-for-Delay Antitrust Issues in... - August 17, 2013 - The Knowledge Group
New $75,000 ICC Property Broker Bond Now Available
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (“FMCSA”) implementation of the new $75,000 bond requirement starts 10/1/2013. South Coast Surety has surety programs Now in place to handle all sizes of broker and freight forwarder companies. - August 16, 2013 - South Coast Surety
Plascon Group Achieves BRC Certification for Manufacturing of Flexible Food Packaging
Plascon Group’s flexible packaging manufacturing plant in Traverse City, Michigan recently achieved British Retail Consortium (BRC) Global Food Safety Certification. BRC is a leading global quality and food safety certification program that is recognized by the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI). Plascon manufactures film, bags and liners for the foodservice, food processing and bulk packaging industries. - August 16, 2013 - Plascon Group
Daniel E. Frank, Partner, Sutherland Asbill & Brennan LLP to Speak at KC’s Emerging Issues in Cyber Security: A 2013 Update Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Daniel E. Frank, Partner, Sutherland Asbill & Brennan LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Emerging Issues in Cyber... - August 16, 2013 - The Knowledge Group
Alison V. Douglass, Partner, Goodwin Procter LLP to Speak at KC’s ERISA Enforcement and Compliance: A 2013 Perspective Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Alison V. Douglass, Partner, Goodwin Procter LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “ERISA Enforcement and Compliance: A... - August 16, 2013 - The Knowledge Group
Mu Sigma Helps Companies Accelerate Big Data Analysis with First Packaged MapReduce Algorithms for Hadoop
Mu Sigma, one of the world's largest pure-play decision sciences and analytics firms, helps companies institutionalize data-driven decision making and harness Big Data. Mu Sigma solves high-impact business problems in the areas of Marketing, Risk and Supply Chain across 10 industry verticals. - August 16, 2013 - Mu Sigma Business Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
HIBP Enhances Japan Market Entry Support
HIBP located in Tokyo, Japan, enhances the market entry support for overseas companies. Marketing research, market entry strategy, business partner search, company set-up support, and Japan local agency services are enhanced. With the strength of Japan market insight, commitment to result, flexible... - August 16, 2013 - H.I. Business Partners
Computime Announces Distribution Agreement with Wacom
Wacom’s Electronic Signature Pads and Pen Displays Join Computime’s Product Portfolio Enhancing Its Position as the Trusted Source for eSignature Solutions. - August 16, 2013 - Computime
Start-Up Hiring 100 People
Chicago’s newest business accelerator is forming their roster of freelancers. - August 16, 2013 - Hatch Valley
New Water Consumption Monitoring Service by Smart Rain
Smart Rain is excited to offer a new round-the-clock water monitoring service. The newly developed system aims to help its clients conserve water resources and save money. The company talks about its revolutionary system and its benefits to commercial properties. - August 16, 2013 - Smart Rain
Val-Chris Investments, Inc. Ranked as One of the Nation’s Top Mortgage Lenders
Val-Chris Investments, Inc. is proud to be named a Scotsman Guide 2012 Top Mortgage Lender. Val-Chris Investments, Inc. was ranked #1 in Hard Money Lending – Volume (Top Overall Volume of $36,250,000). Scotsman Guide, the leading resource for mortgage originators, released its first annual... - August 15, 2013 - Val-Chris Investments, Inc.
Maral Kilejian Named to the Forum on Franchising Diversity Caucus Steering Committee
Mullin Law, PC, a premier commercial law firm nationally recognized in the area of franchise law, congratulates Maral Kilejian on her recent appointment to the six-member Steering Committee of the American Bar Association (ABA) Forum on Franchising Diversity Caucus. The mission of the Forum on... - August 15, 2013 - Mullin Law, P.C.
American Muslim Entrepreneur Innovates New Orthopedic Prayer Mat, Gets Worldwide Attention
While working in the mall years ago, Kamran Hakimi would remember how he would take his usual five minute break to pray his afternoon prayers. Initially, his daily routine was to find a flattened cardboard box to put under his thin prayer rug for more cushion due to concrete floors and to lessen... - August 15, 2013 - Sajda Salah Mats
Pacific Resort Hotel Group Finalists for HM Awards
After June’s announcement of Pacific Resort Aitutaki’s win of the Signum Virtutis, the Seal of Excellence at the Seven Star Global Luxury Awards, Pacific Resort Hotel Group (PRHG) are once again delighted to announce their placement as finalists in two prestigious award categories for... - August 15, 2013 - Pacific Resort Hotel Group - Cook Islands
Human Resources Firm CPEhr Unveils New “Service Guarantee” Infographic
Human resources outsourcing company CPEhr unveils a service guarantee infographic which vividly depicts its expertise and experience over the past thirty years. - August 15, 2013 - CPE HR, Inc.
Talk Fusion Set to Launch New Live Broadcasting & Video Conferencing Product
Florida-based global Video Communication Company is currently developing an all-new addition to their current cutting-edge products. - August 15, 2013 - Talk Fusion
American Management Association Releases 5th Book by Leadership and HR Guru John Mattone
AMACOM, the publishing division of the American Management Association (AMA) is set to release John Mattone’s 5th leadership and human resources book, "Powerful Performance Management", in the past 12 months. John Mattone was recently nominated for the prestigious 2013 Thinkers50... - August 15, 2013 - JohnMattonePartners, Inc.
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on International eDiscovery: Foreign Discovery Requirements Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, brings together the world's leading authorities and industry participants through informative two-hour webcasts. It has scheduled a live webcast entitled: “International eDiscovery: Foreign Discovery Requirements Live... - August 15, 2013 - The Knowledge Group
Anislo Unveils a Web Page Letting Users Compare Camera Lens Prices Across Amazon in 9 Different Countries
Anislo (https://anislo.jp/), company of a Japanese package forwarding service, has unveiled a new web page (compare amazon prices) that lets users compare the prices of camera lenses across Amazon's sites in 9 different countries. If a shopper living outside of Japan wishes to buy a product sold on... - August 14, 2013 - Anislo
The BSC Group Announces the Closing of Self-Storage Financing for Storage Pros’ 8-Property Knoxville Acquisition
The BSC Group, LLC has arranged debt financing for Storage Pros Management LLC’s acquisition of an 8-property self-storage portfolio in Knoxville, Tennessee. The structured financing package includes a first mortgage and a mezzanine loan totaling 85% LTV with an interest-only period. With... - August 14, 2013 - The BSC Group, LLC
Texas Self Storage Association Welcomes Business Expert George Hedley to Annual Conference
The Texas Self Storage Association (TSSA) is holding its annual conference on October 27 – 29 in The Woodlands at the Marriott Hotel and Convention Center. George Hedley is the featured speaker at their annual membership luncheon. Education sessions start on Monday, October 28 and will address emerging trends, technology issues, operations and management, sales and marketing. A trade show features a variety of leading industry providers and suppliers. - August 14, 2013 - Texas Self Storage Association
Ruekert/Mielke Bolsters Staff
Kyle Kulaga and Brennen Fischer Join Civil Engineering Team. - August 14, 2013 - Ruekert & Mielke, Inc.
Business Performance P/L Announces New Version of Project Master
Business software firm Business Performance P/L this week announced the new release of its Excel-based project management software, Project Master. - August 14, 2013 - Business Performance Pty Ltd
iBeta Completes DEA EPCS Biometric Certification for Lumidigm’s V-Series Fingerprint Devices
iBeta Quality Assurance (“iBeta”), a National Voluntary Laboratory Accreditation Program (NVLAP) accredited Biometrics Testing Laboratory, and DEA-approved EPCS Biometric Certification Lab has completed one of the first DEA EPCS biometric certifications for a series of fingerprint... - August 13, 2013 - iBeta Quality Assurance
Ann G. Fort, Partner, Sutherland to Speak at KC’s Strategies and Best Ways to Deal with Trolls/NonPracticing Entities (NPEs) Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced that Ann G. Fort, Partner, Sutherland will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Strategies and Best Ways to Deal with Trolls/NonPracticing... - August 13, 2013 - The Knowledge Group