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Rose Paving is a Three-Time Winner Among Chicago’s Top Workplaces
Rose Paving Co., a leader in national parking lot management, has been named for the third straight year a Chicago Tribune Top Workplace in the small-sized company category, improving the ranking to #9. One hundred twenty-seven companies, organizations, and agencies were honored at an awards... - November 15, 2012 - Rose Paving Company
Westland Commodities Strengthens Self-Directed Investors’ Profitability via No Fee IRAs
Active traders and investors who have been trading stocks electronically could be missing a great opportunity if they have their retirement savings placed under a traditional account, according to some noted market experts from Westland Commodities, one of the leading commodity futures firms in the industry today. According to their proposition, investors can better control and manage their trading accounts if they would transfer their online funds to a self-directed IRAs. - November 15, 2012 - Westland Commodities
Prepare1 Launches New Social Media Workshop Twitter for Business
Social Media Coaching company Prepare1 launches new "Twitter for Business Made Easy Workshop." Businesses and non-profits now can attend, Facebook, Google+, YouTube, SEO, Blogging and Pinterest. Keeping businesses and non-profits up to speed on all the Social Media changes. - November 15, 2012 - Prepare1
Carl Blackburn Fine Jewelry Buyers Launches International Website
Carl Blackburn Fine Jewelry Buyers has launched a new international website that illustrates why it is considered a global leader among estate buyers of precious jewels and timepieces. - November 14, 2012 - Carl Blackburn Fine Jewelry Buyers
BDA Advises Sofipa on Sale of Kiian SpA
Business Development Asia LLC (“BDA”) is pleased to announce that its client, Sofipa SGR SpA (“Sofipa”), on behalf of the closed end fund Sofipa Equity Fund (“SEF”), has agreed to sell its 100% stake in Kiian SpA (“Kiian”) to Wise SGR SpA... - November 14, 2012 - BDA Partners Ltd
Structural Engineering Firm Weidlinger Presents 11 Papers at SAVE Symposium
Weidlinger engineers presented current research on infrastructure security and other topics at the 83rd Shock and Vibration Symposium in New Orleans; Weidlinger Principal Dr. Mohammed Ettouney hosted a daylong special session on the security of critical infrastructure - November 14, 2012 - Weidlinger Associates, Inc.
HR Firm CPEhr Announces Hurricane Sandy Relief Campaign
HR Outsourcing firm CPEhr announces campaign to match employee donations, and contribute funds on behalf of California employers to Hurricane Sandy victims. - November 14, 2012 - CPE HR, Inc.
Lesley Fair, Senior Attorney, Bureau of Consumer Protection, Federal Trade Commission to Speak at KC’s "Advertising Law: What's New for 2013 and Beyond? Live Webcast"
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Lesley Fair, Senior Attorney, Bureau of Consumer Protection, Federal Trade Commission, will speak at a 2-hour webcast entitled Advertising Law: What's New... - November 14, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
Daimer Launches Auto Detailing Carpet Upholstery Cleaners
Car wash professionals and car owners search frequently for user-friendly and powerful carpet cleaning systems to maintain carpeting and fabric upholstery in automobiles. The days of scrubbing manually with brushes and achieving lack-luster results are finally over. - November 14, 2012 - Daimer Industries, Inc.
OM Software Wishes a Very Happy Diwali to All Its Worldwide Indian Clients
OM Software Internet Solutions Private Limited is taking immense pleasure to wish, "A Very Happy Diwali” to all its worldwide Indian clients. - November 14, 2012 - Om Software Internet Solutions (p) Ltd
Mortgage Service Provider Finalizes Expansion
The StoneHill Group, a national provider of mortgage quality control, due diligence, loan fulfillment, mortgage compliance audits and other outsourcing services to the mortgage industry, has finalized its plans for opening a new office in Jacksonville, Florida. Over the summer the Atlanta based... - November 13, 2012 - The StoneHill Group
Zeelfa, a Unique Referral and Recommendation Website, Has Today Announced the Official Debut of Their Service
Zeelfa has today unveiled their one of a kind website, officially launching their service for all users. A completely unique concept, Zeelfa differs considerably from other services review sites. Finding a trustworthy service provider can be a daunting process. Zeelfa, a referral site for... - November 13, 2012 - Cavegoat, LLC
Transactis Closes Series C Financing Round with MacAndrews & Forbes Holdings Subsidiary
Investment Follows Recent e-Payment & Billing Alliance between Transactis and MacAndrews & Forbes Subsidiary, Harland Financial Solutions. - November 13, 2012 - Transactis
Winter Sale: Low Prices and Free Shipping on All Entrance Mats
With guaranteed low prices and free shipping for all online orders, Eaglemat.com invites businesses to save on all entrance mats and other facility safety products this winter. - November 13, 2012 - Eagle Mat and Floor Products
Phere Energy Inc. Oil and Gas Announces Spud of West Ranch IX Drummond 3M #2 in Jackson County, TX
Phere Energy Inc., an independent oil & gas exploration & production company based in Richardson, Texas, announced that it has spud the West Ranch IX Drummond 3M #2 on November 13, 2012 in Jackson County, Texas. - November 13, 2012 - Phere Energy Inc.
Third Quarter Filings Now Available Through ktMINE Solutions
ktMINE®, an intellectual property (IP) data and information services firm, announced today the addition of IP licensing records filed with the SEC during the third quarter (3Q) of 2012 to the company’s database solutions. From the 3Q filings, ktMINE’s technology and analyst team... - November 13, 2012 - ktMINE
New Release of Bizagi Process Modeler V2.4
A new version of Bizagi Process Modeler (V. 2.4) has been released today. Now with spell checking, rich text formatting, default font customization, and much more to help users document processes exactly as they want to. - November 13, 2012 - Bizagi Limited
DUECO, Inc. Provides Crews and Equipment to Support Hurricane Sandy Clean Up
Utility Trucks and Crew from DUECO and Utility Equipment Leasing Corporation Help Restore Power Along the East Coast. - November 13, 2012 - Dueco, Inc.
Doing Battle with Today’s Business Demons - Bridge Logistics Services' New Electronic Weapons
In today’s increasingly competitive and challenging business climate, Bridge Logistics Services faced these demons head-on by choosing its weapons wisely. It turned to a trusted technology partner and developed a customer service tool that has proven to be both a communication and inventory intelligence goldmine. In addition, Bridge stuck to its strong practice and record of customer service. - November 13, 2012 - Bridge Logistics
Behnam Dayanim, Partner, Paul Hastings LLP to Speak at KC’s Live Webcast on Advertising Sweepstakes and Contests in Social Media
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced that Behnam Dayanim, Partner, Paul Hastings LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Advertising Sweepstakes and Contests in Social... - November 13, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
Pryor Cashman LLP Partner, Robert J. deBrauwere, to Speak at KC’s Advertising Sweepstakes and Contests in Social Media Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced that Robert J. deBrauwere, Partner at Pryor Cashman LLP and co-chair of the firm’s Digital Media Practice Group, will speak at the Knowledge Congress’... - November 13, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
Dean J. Schaner, Partner, Haynes and Boone, LLP to Speak at KC’s Important Updates on Employment Law Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Dean J. Schaner, Partner, Haynes and Boone, LLP, will speak at a 2-hour webcast entitled “Important Updates on Employment Law LIVE Webcast.” This... - November 13, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
Klemchuk Kubasta Names Director of Client Services
Laura Brinkman to Serve as Client Liaison on the Operations Team - November 12, 2012 - Klemchuk LLP
MTV's Catfish to Illuminate Deception in Online Dating, NYC Start-Up Datemyschool Has the Answer
datemyschool launches new platform to fend off the fakes. - November 12, 2012 - DateMySchool
Hurricane Sandy Victims and Responders Receive 100 Free Businesses
Effective 11/12/12 though 12/31/12, Active Energy Boost is donating 100 businesses to victims, police and firemen, Emt responders, medical personnel, or any one who was either a victim or provided a service during Hurricane Sandy. - November 12, 2012 - Active Energy
Clarion Group Warns Food Service Operators in the Corporate and School/College Markets Are Facing a Dilemma
Food service operators in the corporate and school/college markets are facing a dilemma, says Tom Mac Dermott, president of Clarion Group, a dining and hospitality consulting firm. “After absorbing a year’s worth of rising wholesale prices, the food service operator can expect that... - November 12, 2012 - Clarion Group
Boston Scientific Expanding Presence in Marlborough
2013 promises to be a busy year for companies relocating operations or moving to the city. - November 12, 2012 - Marlborough Economic Development Corporation
Online Shopping Mega Mall MyReviewsNow.net Showcases Partner Leather Bags and More Membership Program to Its Shoppers Just in Time for the Holidays
Online shopping mall and consumer reviews website MyReviewsNow.net is excited to present the Leather Bags And More Membership Program whereby customers are rewarded for their purchases. - November 11, 2012 - Retail Solutions Advisors
Milton L. Petersen, Partner, HunterMaclean to Speak at KC’s Third Party Relationships: Risk Management and Contract Compliance Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Milton L. Petersen, Partner, HunterMaclean will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast titled: “Third Party Relationships: Risk Management and... - November 11, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
Third Place for RationalPlan at 2012 Project Management Election
The project management provider RationalPlan obtained the third place at Capterra’s Project Management Election 2012. RationalPlan has been nominated as being one of the 55 contending project management software providers. These 55 nominees were chosen from a few hundreds of software solutions. - November 11, 2012 - Stand By Soft Ltd
Indianapolis Fitness Center – NIFS - Takes Green to Great Heights
NIFS patrons can enjoy a brighter, healthier, and more energy efficient place to work out. - November 10, 2012 - NIFS
Cadman Signs Option Agreement for 100% Interest of Gaspe Copper Project
Cadman is pleased to announce that it is proceeding with the Gaspe copper project. The Company has signed an option agreement with the property owner, Bertrand Brassard to acquire 100 per cent interest in the copper project located in the Gaspe Peninsula in the Province of Quebec. The Gaspe copper property is comprised of 56 permits totaling 3,192 Ha. Historical results showed trench samples up to 5.1% copper. - November 10, 2012 - Cadman Resources Inc
Business as Usual at CSU Industries Despite Ferocity of Hurricane Sandy
Proactive planning and team commitment ensure full IT support coverage for customers. - November 10, 2012 - CSU Industries
Louis J. Battagliese Jr., Partner, Jackson Cross Partners, LLC to Speak at KC’s Preparing for Changes in Lease Accounting Standard Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced that Louis J. Battagliese Jr., Partner, Jackson Cross Partners, LLC will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Preparing for Changes in Lease... - November 10, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
Perkin Coie’s Jason Howell to Present on Contests and Sweepstakes in Social Media
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, a leading producer of regulatory-focused webcasts, has announced that Jason Howell, Of Counsel with Perkins Coie, will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast titled “Advertising Sweepstakes and Contests in Social Media... - November 10, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
Williamsburg Environmental Group, Inc. (WEG) Welcomes Rachel Roberts to the Regulatory Team
Rachel Roberts brings ten years of environmental policy and management experience to WEG’s expert regulatory team. - November 10, 2012 - Williamsburg Environmental Group, Inc.
Securicorp Launches Retrospective Video Data Mining Service
Real time alerts produce reports and processes for immediate reaction. Going through video which led up to the alert to analyse or gather further evidence is a labour-intensive and costly exercise. Securicorp can automate this. - November 10, 2012 - Securicorp
Frank Stumpf Joins Scope eKnowledge Center’s Board of Directors
Scope eKnowledge Center (Scope), a Quatrro group of company and a leading provider of content enhancement and knowledge services, has announced that Frank Stumpf has joined the company’s Board of Directors. Frank, a well-known and experienced professional in the global scientific, technical, medical and scholarly publishing business, has been an advisor to the Board since 2008. - November 10, 2012 - SPi Global
Leading Strengths Assessment and Development System Launches in China
Strengths Partnership, one of the world’s leading strengths-based leadership and talent assessment, development and coaching companies, announced today that in line with its global expansion plans it is expanding its Strengthscope™ franchise to China. - November 10, 2012 - Strengths Partnership Ltd
Wall Street Firm Steps Up to Plate on Veteran’s Day; Mischler Financial Group to Contribute November Profits to Wounded Warrior Project
Mischler Financial Group, Inc., the securities industry’s oldest and largest Service Disabled Veterans Business Enterprise, has announced that it will be contributing 10% of the firm’s November profits to the Wounded Warrior Project; the leading non-profit dedicated to creating jobs and improving the circumstances of the thousands of men and women who risked their lives and became physically disabled while serving in our country’s Armed Forces. - November 09, 2012 - Mischler Financial Group, Inc.
Ziptip, Inc., Mobile Payments for Tips and Gratuities, Announces a New Way for Restaurant Waitstaff to Receive Tips
Ziptip, Inc., mobile payments for tips and gratuities, announces a new way for restaurant waitstaff to receive tips. Restaurant waitstaff simply display to customers an image, most commonly on a business card, to get tipped. Tippers scan the image using their phones and the free Ziptip apps (for... - November 09, 2012 - Ziptip, Inc.
MidWest Materials Completes Multi-Million Dollar Upgrade; Company Celebrates 60th Anniversary
MidWest Materials, a premier steel service center, announces completion of a multi-million dollar technology, equipment and facility investment project. The investment will enable MidWest to meet the growing demand by manufacturers for the highest quality leveled sheet steel required by newer manufactuing and processing techniques. - November 09, 2012 - MidWest Materials
East Coast Computer Users Face Serious Data Loss from Hurricane Sandy
Flood-damaged computers face permanent data loss if businesses do not act quickly. - November 09, 2012 - Datarecovery.com, Inc.
Custom Cerakote High Temperature Ceramic Coatings Displayed at 2012 SEMA Show
Cerakote Ceramic Coatings were on display at the 2012 SEMA Show showcasing world leading protection and complete customization. - November 09, 2012 - NIC Industries, Inc.
Toyoaki Nakayama Joins BDA as a Director in Tokyo
Experienced M&A banker Toyoaki Nakayama has joined BDA as a Director, based in Tokyo, Japan. Mr. Nakayama is a leading M&A practitioner with 18 years’ experience advising on domestic and cross-border M&A. He brings a deep knowledge of key sectors in Japan including building... - November 09, 2012 - BDA Partners Ltd
HR Firm CPEhr Updates and Releases Health Care Reform E-Book
HR Outsourcing firm releases updated and revised E-Book, “The Fourteen Health Care Reform Questions Every Employer Needs to Know.” - November 09, 2012 - CPE HR, Inc.
Robert A. Friedel, Partner, Pepper Hamilton LLP to Speak at KC’s The JOBS Act and Its Impact on Investments Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced that Robert A. Friedel, a partner at the law firm of Pepper Hamilton LLP, will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ live webcast entitled: “The JOBS Act and Its... - November 09, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
Brian S. Korn, Of Counsel, Pepper Hamilton LLP to Speak at KC’s Live Webcast – The JOBS Act and Its Impact on Capital-Raising
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced that Brian S. Korn, Of Counsel, Pepper Hamilton LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “The JOBS Act and Its Impact on Capital-Raising... - November 09, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
Talk Fusion Leads the Way with the World's First Video Newsletters
Global video communication company also unveils all-new Video Communications Center, introducing the new Talk Fusion Product Quick Launch. - November 09, 2012 - Talk Fusion
The Smart Energy Demand Coalition Welcomes Electric Ireland and DONG Energy as New Members
In the past year alone The Smart Energy Demand Coalition has grown by 17 new members. - November 09, 2012 - Smart Energy Demand Coalition