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Wish Comes True for Local Teen on “World Wish Day”
Golden State Collision Repair Centers and Make-A-Wish® Reveal Renovated ’65 Mustang to Local Teen on World Wish Day - May 06, 2013 - Golden State Collision Repair Centers
PROLIM Corporation Recognized as "Michigan 50 Companies to Watch"
PROLIM Global Corporation, an IT, PLM and Engineering services consulting firm has been recognized as one of the 2013 “Michigan 50 Companies to Watch,” an awards program sponsored by the Edward Lowe Foundation and presented by Michigan Celebrates Small Business. - May 06, 2013 - PROLIM Global Corporation
"Privileged World Travel Club, Inc." Announces the Planning to Implement Specially Designed Travel Packages to Receive Chinese Tourists in 9 US Cities
Highly Beneficial and Profitable Contract with Chinese Travel Operators. - May 06, 2013 - Privileged World Travel Club, Inc.
Reshape Your Business with Topo.ly’s Online Mapping Features
Reshaping business is necessary to outpace competition. But businesses need more than strategy and implementation. They need to utilize mapping technology to the full with Topo.ly's advanced features. - May 06, 2013 - Topo.ly
MassBio Recognizes Marlborough as a Major Life Sciences Hub in Massachusetts
The Massachusetts Biotechnology Council (MassBio) has identified Marlborough as a leading incubator for mature life sciences companies, and is now planning to host a Life Sciences Open House in the city this summer. - May 05, 2013 - Marlborough Economic Development Corporation
DAVACO Offers Sustainability Services for Facilities Maintenance Initiatives Specialized Expertise Provides Solutions for Today's Efficiency and Cost Savings Demands
DAVACO in collaboration with the experts at Ecoxera, is able to enhance facilities maintenance rollouts by integrating sustainable elements that increase operational efficiencies. - May 05, 2013 - DAVACO, Inc.
Skrivanek Group Opens New UK Office
Skrivanek Group, a leading global language solution provider based in the Czech Republic, is raising its profile in the UK. - May 05, 2013 - Skrivanek, s. r. o.
Campbell Global Network Expands Research and Development Center in China
Campbell Global Network Execs and local leaders from Beijing signed an accord to expand the firm’s multi-purpose R&D hub in China. - May 05, 2013 - Campbell Global Network
Dow Corning Sees Projected Global Growth of LED Lighting Linked to Adoption of Advanced Optical Silicones
The global LED market’s average compound annual growth will be as high as 33 percent through 2016, according to analyst firm McKinsey & Company. Dow Corning – a global leader in silicones, silicon-based technology and innovation – expects that much of that growth will be contingent on the adoption of more advanced materials technologies. - May 04, 2013 - Dow Corning
OnForce Mobile Apps Give IT Field Service an Efficiency Boost
Faster time to work completion and reduced administrative hassles - increasing productivity and responsiveness for IT service companies. - May 04, 2013 - OnForce Inc
Dial An Exchange Appoints Gary Fog as New Business Development Manager-Australia & New Zealand
Dial An Exchange (DAE), the world’s largest privately-owned timeshare exchange company, appoints Gary Fog as their new Business Development Manager for the Australia and New Zealand region. An accomplished Senior Manager, Gary has extensive experience in management and business principles. - May 04, 2013 - Dial An Exchange
Corcentric to Host “AP Automation Buyer’s Guide” a Webinar for AP Professionals
Corcentric will host an AP Automation Buyer’s Guide Webinar in May to help companies make intelligent and informed buying decisions. - May 04, 2013 - Corcentric
International Coaching Week Comes to the Triangle at Free Symposium Wednesday, May 22
Public Invited to Find Out What Professional Coaches Can Provide for Them Through Interactive Symposium. - May 04, 2013 - 2013 International Coaching Week
New Dow Corning Dispensable Thermal Pads Offer Increased Thermal Performance, Lower System Costs for LED Lamps and Luminaires
Dow Corning, a global leader in silicones, silicon-based technology and innovation, introduced at LIGHTFAIR® International 2013 (booth #159) its new Dow Corning® Dispensable Thermal Pads, an innovative technology developed for more cost-effective thermal management in LED lighting applications. - May 04, 2013 - Dow Corning
Shon Brooks Invents "Star Cigar" for Dominican Republic
The Dominican Republic Names Shon Brooks' "S.O.B Brand" for Excellence, Quality, Vision and Inspiration. - May 03, 2013 - S.O.B cigars
Racial Bias is the Foundation for a Federal Criminal Case Against Six African-American Businessmen, Says Friends of Justice and a Just Cause
Friends of Justice and A Just Cause, advocates for the wrongly convicted, comment on six Colorado businessmen whose criminal case is currently under appeal. - May 03, 2013 - A Just Cause
SBM Investment Companies Commence Voluntary Chapter 11 Reorganization
SBM Investment Certificates, Inc. (“SBMIC”) and SBM Certificate Company (“SBMCC”) (together, the “SBM Investment Companies,” “Companies” or “SBM”) today announced that they have filed voluntary petitions under chapter 11 of the United... - May 03, 2013 - SBM Financial Group
Expansion of Digital Advertising Networks in Arkansas
Fly-N-Hog Media Group, a digital advertising company is excited to announce the sale of their Central Arkansas territory to MLW Advertising. Fly-N-Hog Media Group is the sister company to Aurora Technologies, a digital signage software and hardware provider. - May 03, 2013 - Aurora Technologies
“Fundamental Contract and Project Management” from the Government Contracting Institute
On May 7, 2013 The Government Contracting Institute will present, “Fundamental Contract and Project Management,” a course designed to help attendees see success in every phase of contract management. - May 03, 2013 - Government Contracting Institute
ICLP Leaders in Loyalty Joins Neoedge’s Loyalty & CRM China Summit 2013 as Gold Sponsor
ICLP, the recognised worldwide leader in loyalty marketing and customer relationship management has inked a partnership with Neoedge as its Gold Sponsor in the upcoming 5th Customer Loyalty Programme & CRM China Summit. The event is running from 3rd-5th June 2013 in Pullman Shanghai Skyway in... - May 03, 2013 - Neoedge Pte. Ltd
New Local Journal Promotes Monadnock Region (NH) Small Businesses
A new journal will soon be published in the Monadnock Region of New Hampshire. Monadnock Small Business Journal, a full-color free quarterly, will include the latest news about the Monadnock Region's small business and entrepreneur community: from start-up announcements and business success stories, to local expert business advice and features about emerging business trends. - May 03, 2013 - Monadnock Small Business Journal
New KOSBE Training Event: Buying (& Selling) an Existing Business
The Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship (KOSBE) today announced the free small business training event Buying (& Selling) An Existing Business coming up on Tuesday, May 14, 2013 at 10:00am to 12:00pm at the Kingsport Chamber of Commerce. - May 03, 2013 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
j4bGrants Goes Mobile with a New, Free Smartphone App
j4bGrants, the UK home of small business funding, has launched a free smartphone app to help business owners find the grants and funding they need to start or develop their business. - May 03, 2013 - J4b
Leapfactor Launches BizTest App to Test Network Performance
Leapfactor, a leader in Enterprise Mobile Cloud solutions, has launched the BizTest app. The app is now available for free on the App Store for both iPhone and iPad. The BizTest app allows users to determine the readiness of any network for business app use. By testing the status and performance... - May 02, 2013 - Leapfactor
i-lighting™ Named Governor’s Cup Grant Award Winner in Inaugural InvestMaryland Challenge
$100,000 Award Provided to Designer & Manufacturer of Easy-to-Install, Cost-effective & Energy-smart Easy Plug™ Stair & Outdoor Lighting Solutions. - May 02, 2013 - iLighting
iBRIGHT LLC Introduces a New Range of Wood Wine Holders / Racks
iBRIGHT LLC brand of wine racks features qualities that are not offered by any other brand, shapes that are completely unique. The intriguing violin and ship’s wheel shapes are reason enough to spark interest. - May 02, 2013 - iBright LLC
John Rex Endowment Announces Five-Year Plan
The John Rex Endowment, a local foundation committed to supporting an environment where children and families in greater Wake County live healthy lives, announced today the launch of its five-year plan. The plan details four funding areas -- Healthy Weight; Injury Prevention; Mental Health, Social and Emotional Well-being; and Nonprofit Capacity Building – specific goals and related strategies. - May 02, 2013 - John Rex Endowment
Visionary People Media Spotlights the Leaders of Evolution in Atlanta
On Wednesday May 8th 2013 at 10:30am Visionary People Media will host the next Live TV Show "A Day In The Life Of Business"; where Leaders of Evolution in Atlanta will be featured. The show will be taped and aired live from the shows corporate sponsor location, The BizLynks Center 3665... - May 02, 2013 - Visionary People
blush | WEDDING & EVENT PLANNING FIRM Selects Mahogany Blue Public Relations as Agency of Record
Washington, D.C. area Public Relations Agency to Provide Services for Local Wedding Planner. - May 02, 2013 - Mahogany Blue PR
Sequester Seminar for Small and Mid-Sized Companies
Fallout from the Sequester is likely to affect most Florida companies, and not in a good way. Small and mid-size companies are the least likely to anticipate the impact and therefore most likely to incur them without adequate defense. To arm small and mid-size business people with how to best... - May 02, 2013 - Laurence Consulting & Assoc, LLC
Jennifer A. Riley, Partner, Seyfarth Shaw LLP to Speak at KC’s Emerging Issues in Workplace Class Action Litigation Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced that Jennifer A. Riley, Partner, Seyfarth Shaw LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Emerging Issues in Workplace Class Action... - May 02, 2013 - The Knowledge Group
Waste King Sees Commercial Customers Increasingly Opting for Waste Pods Over Skips
More than 40 commercial customers of Waste King - the specialist collection, clearance and recycling company based in Hemel Hempstead – have now switched from using skips to waste pods to segregate and remove their waste. Waste King’s managing director, Glenn Currie, explained:... - May 02, 2013 - Waste King
The CRM Alliance is Your #1 Source for ACT! CRM and Swiftpage E-Marketing Experts
With the recently completed purchase of the ACT! CRM product line by Swiftpage, the CRM Alliance is now the #1 source for ACT! CRM and Swiftpage E-Marketing solutions, services and training. The CRM Alliance has re-launched their website, www.thecrmalliance.com to make it easy for customers to try ACT! CRM and Swiftpage for free, download a whitepaper on revolutionizing your business with CRM & E-marketing, and find local experts for services and training. - May 01, 2013 - The CRM Alliance
Taylor Morrison Unveils New Homes in Houston with Cypress Creek Lakes
Community Offers Spacious Homes, Access to Cy-Fair ISD Schools and Plenty of Amenities - May 01, 2013 - Taylor Morrison
Southern California Home Buyers Can Count on More Taylor Morrison Communities This Summer
The southern California home builder is preparing for a June grand opening for its latest community, Quinterra at Portola Springs in Irvine. The luxury and convenience of Quinterra is evident in the spacious floor plans, which will feature up to five bedrooms and 3.5 baths while offering the backdrop of one of the most prestigious sections of Irvine Ranch. - May 01, 2013 - Taylor Morrison
Taylor Morrison Houston Hires New Vice President of Construction
Taylor Morrison's Houston division announced today that Tom Fichter has joined the Houston home builders as the vice president of construction. Fichter will oversee all aspects of construction operations for Taylor Morrison, which is currently building in 28 communities in the Houston... - May 01, 2013 - Taylor Morrison
New Grande Collection from Taylor Morrison Debuts at Mar Bella in League City
Taylor Morrison Houston has debuted its new Grande collection of homes at Mar Bella in League City. The Grande collection of homes from Taylor Morrison features floor plans from 3,288 to 5,084 square feet on 70-foot home sites starting from the $290,000s. The Brantley model at Mar Bella showcases... - May 01, 2013 - Taylor Morrison
Taylor Morrison Houston Extends Popular Interactive Home Free Upgrade Offer
From now until May 31, home buyers who choose a Taylor Morrison home with Interactive Home system will also receive three free upgrades - a Prestige thermostat with interview-based programming, a smart device charging station and an exterior coach light that can be controlled by the Interactive Home system. - May 01, 2013 - Taylor Morrison
Real Estate Veteran Joins Darling Homes as Houston Division President
Longtime real estate professional Amy Haywood-Rino has been named as the Houston division president for Darling Homes, the company announced today. Haywood-Rino joins the Darling team from Taylor Morrison’s Houston division, where she spent 8 years as vice president of sales and marketing... - May 01, 2013 - Darling Homes
Professional Employer Organization CPEhr Releases New HR Infographic
PEO firm CPEhr announces the release of a new, creative infographic depicting the delivery of its human resources services. - May 01, 2013 - CPE HR, Inc.
Emily Cummins, Director of Tax and Risk Management, National Rifle Association to Speak at KC’s Tax Planning in the New E-Commerce Environment Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Emily Cummins, Director of Tax and Risk Management, National Rifle Association will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Tax... - May 01, 2013 - The Knowledge Group
Lucentra Cultivates Its Service Areas for Clients
The Lucentra Corporation has begun to revitalize its service areas, starting with agricultural products. These segments aim to provide clients with all they need to know about the topic. - May 01, 2013 - Lucentra Corporation
Dramatic Design of Chateau-Themed Luxury Home Grabs Attention
Interior designers, homebuilders, and residents in the Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky region, have become intrigued by the spectacular new 15,950 square foot luxury mansion nearing completion in Edgewood, Kentucky. The lavish home, which has been nicknamed the "Kentucky Mansion" by the local community, will be complete in time for the Northern Kentucky Cavalcade of Homes during the first three weekends of May (presented by the Homebuilders Association of Northern Kentucky). - April 30, 2013 - Dwellings - Cincinnati Interior Design
BusinesSuites Opens New Executive Suite Location in Annapolis, Maryland
New Flexible Workspace Option for Entrepreneurs, Professionals and Fortune 1000 Companies - April 30, 2013 - BusinesSuites
Denver Real Estate Agents Can Drive a New Mercedes Benz Home Thanks to Taylor Morrison "Keys to Success" Giveaway
One lucky Denver real estate agent who sells a Taylor Morrison home this year will win the use of a brand new Mercedes-Benz for three years from Mercedes-Benz of Littleton. - April 30, 2013 - Taylor Morrison
Local Wind Company to Provide Wind Assets for Integrated Wind and Hydrogen Production Facility Near Bird Island, Minn.
Emerald H2 and Norfolk Wind Energy have signed an agreement to locate Emerald H2’s first Renewable Wind and Hydrogen Production Center in Renville County, Minn. The planned 10MW wind and 500,000kg hydrogen project will be the first “Utility Scale” initiative to use energy from wind turbines to produce hydrogen. Once constructed, it will be the largest hydrogen production facility powered by wind energy in the U.S. - April 30, 2013 - National Renewable Solutions
Kathleen P. Clark, State and Local Tax Partner, Eide Bailly LLP, to Speak at KC’s State and Local Tax Planning and Strategies: Corporate Income/Franchise Tax Issues Live
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Kathleen P. Clark, State and Local Tax Partner, Eide Bailly LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “State and Local Tax... - April 30, 2013 - The Knowledge Group
Paul G. Karlsgodt, Partner, Baker & Hostetler LLP to Speak at KC’s Social Media Crash and Burn: Cleaning up the Mess & Rebuilding Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced that Paul G. Karlsgodt, Partner, Baker & Hostetler LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Social Media Crash and Burn: Cleaning up... - April 30, 2013 - The Knowledge Group
Casa Dorada Los Cabos Unveils Exclusive New Activity Portfolio
A true Cabo vacation is all about a fun-packed experience and after five years of creating memories, Casa Dorada Los Cabos is an expert. In an effort to offer guests exclusive access to one-of-a-kind activities and great value, the luxury Cabo San Lucas resort is launching a brand new activity... - April 29, 2013 - Casa Dorada Los Cabos Resort & Spa
National Corporate Housing Observes Take Your Child to Work Day
National Corporate Housing, a global multibrand corporate housing company and leader in the furnished temporary housing industry, observed Take Your Child to Work Day on Thursday, April 25, 2013 at all nationwide locations. - April 29, 2013 - National Corporate Housing