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Estonian Peer-to-Peer Lending Service isePankur.com Launches Pan-European Investment Product
isePankur.com is the most established peer-to-peer lending service in the Nordics with a solid three-year track record. On average, investors have earned an annual net return of over 18 per cent after bad debts. Private investors from the European Union and Switzerland and institutional investors from across the globe can now invest into high yielding loans originating in Estonia. - October 31, 2012 - Sõbralaen OÜ
Storage Made Easy Announces New CEO Jim Liddle
Storage Made Easy today announced Jim Liddle as its new CEO. Ian Osborne, the previous CEO, has become chairman. - October 31, 2012 - Storage Made Easy
Charles S. Baker, Partner, Fulbright & Jaworski LLP to Speak at KC’s Trademark Litigation: 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 Charles S. Baker, Partner, Fulbright & Jaworski LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Trademark Litigation: A 2013... - October 31, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
Kate C. Lowenhar-Fisher, Shareholder, Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck, LLP 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 Kate C. Lowenhar-Fisher, Shareholder, Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck, LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ event entitled: “Advertising... - October 31, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
MathMarketing Launches the World's Most Exciting B2B Marketing Knowledge Hub
MathMarketing had created a free forum called Funnel Wiki, for B2B marketers all over the world to capture and share information on global best practice in B2B marketing. - October 31, 2012 - MathMarketing
60 Ways to Get Business Booming in Jacksonville
American Enterprise Bank and Comcast Business Class are celebrating Entrepreneurship Week by presenting, 'How to Get Business Booming in Jacksonville.' This live event is scheduled for November 15, 2012 at the Sheraton Jacksonville Hotel in Jacksonville, FL. The seminar will be led by award winning business coach Steve Goranson of ActionCoach. ActionCoach is the #1 business coaching firm worldwide. - October 31, 2012 - ActionCOACH of Jacksonville
Simcol Petroleum Signs a Multi-Level Sponsorship Deal with NHRA, Female Race Car Driver, Nicole Lyons
Simcol Petroleum is taking advantage of a rare sponsorship platform giving the brand access to a unique opportunity to garner market exposure to both of Lyons professional racing sports. The multi-level deal delivers Simcol Petroleum an exceptional marketing opportunity to capture both NHRA and... - October 30, 2012 - Simcol Group
Lucky Exhibits is the Leader in Two Story Double Deck Trade Show Booths and Exhibits
Lucky Exhibits has a large inventory of custom two story double deck trade show booths that are now available for a discounted purchase, or rental. They also build custom double deck booths according to specifications needed. - October 30, 2012 - Lucky Exhibits
Beasley & Henley Interior Design Creates Mediterra Model for Stock Development
Beasley & Henley Interior Design is pleased to have been selected by Stock Development to create the exclusive interiors for The Regency Manor model home in the Buonasera neighborhood of Mediterra. - October 30, 2012 - Beasley & Henley Interior Design
WRQ Reports That Domestic Sawlog Prices in Russia Have Gone Up 25% in Three Years, Despite Higher Log Export Tariffs
Log costs for Russian sawmills did not fall as the Russian government intended when it implemented a 25 percent log export tariff in 2008. Instead, sawlog prices have increased by 24 percent the past three years and the supply of logs has been tight in 2012, as reported by the Wood Resource Quarterly. - October 30, 2012 - Wood Resources International LLC
Planet Technologies Promotes Christopher “Rocky” Campione to Vice President of Federal
Planet Technologies, the leading Microsoft consulting and services company to the US public sector, announced today that Christopher “Rocky” Campione has been promoted to Vice President of its Federal Division. In his new role, Mr. Campione will lead Planet’s award winning Federal... - October 30, 2012 - Planet Technologies
New Sacramento Janitor Services Offered by Consolidated Facility
Consolidated Facility has been offering secured, high quality and extensive range of janitorial services with the latest equipments and green cleaning agents. - October 29, 2012 - consolidated-facility.com
LA's West Side Welcomes New Consulting Firm
Offering a full spectrum of service for employers, Playa Vista Insurance Services will focus on employee benefits specializing in cost containment, strategic planning, wellness, compliance, guidance on Health Care Reform and technology. - October 28, 2012 - Playa Vista Insurance Services
Online Shopping Mall Affiliate Carolina Rustica Announces Free Shipping Offer on All Lexington Brand Furniture
Leading online shopping mall and consumer review hub MyReviewsNow.net's affiliate partner Carolina Rustic is proud to offer free shipping on all orders of Lexington Furniture. For people who are planning a home improvement project this is an excellent time to shop online in order to save money purchasing an upscale furniture line. - October 28, 2012 - Retail Solutions Advisors
Ideas for Attracting Employees to Central Massachusetts Discussed at 3rd Annual Business Innovation Summit
Nearly 150 attendees, including executives and local government officials, explored options for enticing top talent to the area. - October 28, 2012 - Marlborough Economic Development Corporation
Online Hub for Filipino-American Entrepreneurs Set to Launch Again
The one-stop online destination for Global Filipinos, Philfortune.com, continues its vision in uniting Filipinos abroad and in Philippines. - October 28, 2012 - Elumba Technologies
Cary Innovation Center Supports Kickstarter Campaign for Kindred Boutique in Raleigh
Local Community Organization Promotes Fundraising Efforts for Artisan Incubator - October 28, 2012 - Cary Innovation Center
Joan Patterson of Keller Williams Realty Rancho Cucamonga Renews Her Real Estate License Once Again so She Can Help Clients Achieve Their Goal of Buying or Selling Homes
Joan Patterson, DRE License #01431647 Renews her Real Estate License Once Again to Serve Her Clients for Another Four Years - October 27, 2012 - Joan Patterson and Associates
Taxspecialists.com is the First International Network Dedicated to Professional Tax Experts
It gives extreme pleasure to announce the new release of a Network dedicated to Professional Tax Experts, Taxspecialists.com. The TaxSpecialists Network is a new design platform allowing visitors from around the world to search and find tax professionals to suit their individual needs. - October 27, 2012 - IPNS-Taxspecialists.com
Sterling Inc Launches New Practice Management Website for Veterinary Practice Owners
New website offers advice to veterinarians to help them increase profitability and manage staff. - October 27, 2012 - Sterling
The Growth Strategist Show® Featured Guest Eric Shepcaro
Telx® CEO examines innovation with Aldonna Ambler. - October 27, 2012 - The Growth Strategist
Junction Creative Solutions Adds Sara Burgett to the Team
Atlanta-based strategy firm Junction Creative Solutions (Junction) expands its team and adds Sara Burgett as Director of Business Development. Sara will focus on developing relationships and seeking new business development opportunities to support the firm’s rapid growth. “Sara is a... - October 27, 2012 - Junction Creative Solutions
Deborah M. Lodge, Partner, Patton Boggs LLP 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 Deborah M. Lodge, Partner, Patton Boggs LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Advertising Sweepstakes and Contests in Social... - October 27, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
Du Mont Communications, Inc. Wins 3 Telly Awards in the 33rd Annual Telly Awards
du Mont Communications, Inc. is a 3-Time Winner in the 33rd Annual Telly Awards for two of its Sears Holdings Corporation clients. The first web video, Meet Digital Debbie won a YouTube Telly in the People’s Telly Awards. Welcome Digital Debbie to Shop Your Way Rewards won two Telly Awards. One for Graphic Design and one for Animation. With nearly 11,000 entries from all 50 states and numerous countries, this is truly an honor. - October 26, 2012 - du Mont Communications, Inc.
Peritus Asset Management CIO Tim Gramatovich to Appear on “Tim Connolly’s Winning Strategies” on Friday, October 26 at 12:00 p.m. CT
Tim Gramatovich, CIO of Peritus Asset Management, Inc. (www.peritusasset.com) will appear at 12:00 p.m. CT on Tim Connolly's Winning Strategies www.winningstrategies.net this Friday, October 26. Listen live as Tim Connolly, Marilyn Cohen and Tim Gramatovich discuss the Necessity of Active... - October 26, 2012 - Corporate Strategies, LLC
Ralph M. Natilli, CPA, Principal, Rothstein Kass to Speak at KC’s New FASB Fair Value Disclosure Requirements (ASU 2011-04) Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Ralph M. Natilli, CPA, Principal, Rothstein Kass will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “New FASB Fair Value Disclosure... - October 26, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
Intelligence Plaza Website by GIA Awarded "Best Computer Software Website 2012"
Intelligence Plaza’s website www.intelligenceplaza.com developed by Global Intelligence Alliance (GIA) has won the "Best Computer Software Website 2012" award in the 2012 Web Marketing Association’s annual contest. Each year, the association names the Best Computer: Software... - October 26, 2012 - Global Intelligence Alliance Group
SkySparc is Named a Super Company
SkySparc joins the prestigious list of Sweden’s most successful companies. - October 26, 2012 - SkySparc
Nicole D. Galli with Benesch to Speak at KC’s Legal Series: Internet and E-Mail: Admissibility Issues of Electronic Evidence at Trial Explored Live Webcast
Nicole D. Galli, Partner, Benesch, Friedlander, Coplan & Aronoff LLP to Speak at KC’s Legal Series: Internet and E-Mail: Admissibility Issues of Electronic Evidence at Trial Explored Live Webcast - October 26, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
Wright & McGurk Law Offering Free GranuFlo® Case Evaluation for Injured Dialysis Patients
Wright & McGurk Law is offering a free case evaluation for patients or their loved ones who have been injured by their dialysis treatment. A recent FDA recall could be behind these injuries. - October 25, 2012 - Wright & McGurk
Mary Kathryn Schoneck-Rachuy, BSN, PHN Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Mary Kathryn Schoneck-Rachuy, BSN, PHN of Saint Paul, Minnesota has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of healthcare. About Mary Kathryn Schoneck-Rachuy, BSN, PHN Ms. Schoneck-Rachuy has over 25... - October 25, 2012 - Strathmore Worldwide
Best in the Bay Veterinary Hospital Adds Talented New Veterinarian to Team
Renowned local veterinary hospital Bishop Ranch Veterinary Center & Urgent Care hires talented and experienced new doctor, Megan Armor, DVM, to large team of exemplary veterinarians. Dr. Armor brings her talent for treating ferrets, rabbits, guinea pigs, and other small mammals and pets to the team. - October 25, 2012 - Bishop Ranch Veterinary Center & Urgent Care
Positive Promotions Encourages You to Reward Employees with Holiday Gifts of Appreciation
The holiday season is upon us and Positive Promotions is pleased to present affordable gifts to say “thank you” to employees, associates, customers, and volunteers. Their beautifully wrapped-and-ready-to- go gifts meet any budget while saving you time and extra expense on presentation. - October 25, 2012 - Positive Promotions
Inflectra Releases KronoDesk That Takes Your Customer Support to the Next Level
Inflectra is proud to announce the final release of KronoDesk, their customer support and help desk ticketing system. After several months of successful beta-testing, the final release has many additional features, including the ability to create and update help desk tickets from customer emails. - October 25, 2012 - Inflectra Corporation
U.S. of Awesome Launches 2012 Vote Campaign: Don’t be a Monkey, Vote!
U.S. of Awesome has launched its “Don’t be a Monkey, Vote!” campaign to inspire voters to cast their vote in the upcoming election. To kick off the campaign, U.S. of Awesome has released a light-hearted video that gently ribs those who are not planning on using their right to vote this November - October 25, 2012 - U.S. of Awesome
Have Yourself a Very Debt-Free Christmas
Debt Advisory Centre Scotland is launching a new radio campaign on Real Radio Scotland to try and help people avoid money worries this Christmas. - October 25, 2012 - Debt Advisory Centre Scotland
Bridge2 Solutions Strengthens Executive Leadership Team as Company Experiences Unprecedented Growth
Loyalty Platform Solutions Provider Announces Hiring of Larry Wine, Promotion of Jason Phillips and Addition of John Rogers. - October 25, 2012 - Bridge2 Solutions
Leavitt’s 13 Forces: When Porter’s is Not Enough – SCIP Iowa Chapter November 1
Building on Porter’s Five Forces analysis, Judy Leavitt of Rockwell Collins demonstrates her holistic approach to competitive intelligence analysis that incorporates multiple analysis, strategy, and risk management tools to build strategic insights and recommendations. - October 25, 2012 - Strategic and Competitive Intelligence Professionals
Douglas Stafford's CSI Programme Brings Success for Leading Motor Group
Douglas Stafford, a leading provider of performance improvement services, including mystery shopping and customer satisfaction surveys, has been signed up by leading motor group Vertu Motors Plc to implement their customer satisfaction index (CSI) in order to help improve customer experience... - October 25, 2012 - Douglas Stafford Limited
Ciklum Becomes Strategic Software Development Partner of Valtech
Ciklum establishes a long-term partnership with Valtech, a leading digital agency. - October 25, 2012 - Ciklum
Approyo Announces Hana Post Production Support, New Offering Supports All Hana Customers Globally
SAP Hana Solution launched. - October 25, 2012 - Approyo
Deborah S. Froling, Partner, Arent Fox LLP to Speak at KC’s REITs in 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 Deborah S. Froling, Partner, Arent Fox LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “LREITs in 2013 and Beyond” This event... - October 25, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
Living Plant Wall Helps Win Best Scenic Design Emmy Award for "The Nate Berkus Show"
Floral design expert, Trish O'Sullivan, was instrumental in creating the Emmy award-winning "Nate Berkus Show" set for its 2010 and 2011 seasons with an eco-friendly, green living wall. - October 24, 2012 - Trish O'Sullivan Design Group
Small Business Hub MyReviewsNow.net Spotlights Massive QuickBooks Online 3 Day Sale
MyReviewsNow.net features Intuit.com’s huge 3 day sale on QuickBooks Online. Small business owners who shop online now will save up to 50%. The sale ends October 25. No coupon code is required. - October 24, 2012 - Retail Solutions Advisors
4-Day Quality Learning Seminar Lead by David P. Langford - Nov. 14-17, 2012
Tired of doing the same thing and expecting a different result? Join David P. Langford for an intensive, interactive learning experience. Learn to create a state-of-the-art common core learning system. Learn how 60 Quality Improvement tools and 23 Lean tools can combine to create a new dynamic learning environment. Learn to create intrinsic motivation environments that reduce or eliminate behavior problems. - October 24, 2012 - Langford International, Inc.
Act Global Sports Achieves FIFA Two Star Certification with Advanced Woven Turf System
New woven synthetic turf football pitch gets FIFA two star certification. Surface provides superior playability, excellent ball roll characteristics and pile resilience. - October 24, 2012 - Act Global
Zoomstra Partners with Steve Blank to Launch The Founder’s Workbook, Online Companion to the Startup Owner’s Manual
Interactive guide leads founders through the startup process outlined in The Startup Owner’s Manual, helping track progress while building a great company. - October 24, 2012 - Zoomstra
Rita K. Hill Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Rita K. Hill of Guymon, Oklahoma has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of government emergency services. About Rita K. Hill Ms. Hill has over 17 years experience in the field of emergency... - October 24, 2012 - Strathmore Worldwide
Marion Thomas-DePuit, RN, BSN, FCN Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Marion Thomas - DePuit, RN, BSN, FCN of Concord, California has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of healthcare. About Marion Thomas-Depuit, RN, BSN, FCN Ms. Thomas-DePuit has over 40 years... - October 24, 2012 - Strathmore Worldwide
Coverage Ltd Announces the Launch of a Business Continuity Training Workshop in Bangkok, Thailand
Coverage BCP, Thailand’s leading business continuity, disaster recovery planning and crisis management specialists, will be providing a Business Continuity workshop in Bangkok, Thailand. - October 24, 2012 - Coverage Ltd