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Frontline Managers in Top Companies Are Up to 3x More Likely to be Involved in the Development of People
i4cp study finds that involving frontline managers in talent management activities is highly correlated with market performance. - September 26, 2012 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
Mark Gelowitz, Partner, Litigation, Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP to Speak at KC’s Legal Series: International Securities Litigation Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Mark Gelowitz, Partner, Litigation, Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Legal Series:... - September 26, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
Crisis Leadership Course - London November 28th
Crisis Solutions, Europe’s leading specialist in crisis management, is proud to be rolling out Crisis Academy training courses. The next Crisis Leadership course takes place in London on November 28th. - September 26, 2012 - Crisis Solutions
Vistage Michigan Names Oxford Company President Jeff Hauptman as Its 2012 Soaring Eagle Award Recipient
Vistage Michigan's Soaring Eagle Award is presented annually and recognizes one member’s overall success in business. The membership-based organization, which helps business leaders make better decisions and generate better results, honored Hauptman during its annual CEO Summit on Sept. 21 at The Henry Hotel in Dearborn. - September 26, 2012 - Vistage Michigan
Local Business Entrepreneurs Partner to Launch Integrated Intelligence in North Carolina
Former President and CEO of Stewart Engineering, Willy Stewart, Joins Entrepreneur Eric Teague to Create New Consulting Firm - September 26, 2012 - Integrated Intelligence
OfficeChairsUnlimited.com Announces Hot Sales on Popular Brands with Free Shipping
Leading retailer of office chairs has announced a hot sale of their top branded products with Free shipping. The offer includes an extensive collection of computer chairs for commercial and personal use. - September 26, 2012 - Office Chairs Unlimited
Douglas Stafford Relocates to New Larger Offices
Douglas Stafford, a leading provider of performance improvement services, including mystery shopping and customer satisfaction surveys, is expanding and has moved to new larger offices within its existing location. - September 26, 2012 - Douglas Stafford Limited
Relevante Ranked as 13th Largest Accounting Firm in Philadelphia
Relevante, Inc., a leading provider of accounting and technology consulting solutions, today announced that it was ranked as the 13th largest Accounting firm in Philadelphia by the Philadelphia Business Journal. The annual list of 25 companies was published in this week’s edition. The list... - September 26, 2012 - Relevante Inc
Internationally Recognized Luggage Brand Makes U.S. Debut
UK-Based Carlton Luggage Launches Four Durable and Stylish Collections Stateside - September 25, 2012 - Carlton Luggage USA
Real Estate Investing Takes a New Look with Interactive Real Estate Investor Websites
A real estate investing firm that also builds real estate investor websites, www.RealEstateInvestorsWebsites.net, has rolled out new designs for their websites. The designs emphasize direct response interactivity in order to increase conversion from website visitors to more closed real estate deals. - September 25, 2012 - RealEstateInvestingWebSites.com
Los Angeles 2012 Tax Lien Sale Listings Available on PropertyShark
A full list with more than 2,500 properties that are ready to be auctioned at the Los Angeles Tax Lien Sale in October is now available on PropertyShark. Minimum bids start in the $1,000 range, with more than half of the listings having these set at less than $10,000. This can be a great... - September 25, 2012 - PropertyShark.com
Solver Announces New Collaboration Tool
On September 25, 2012, Solver, Inc. announces the newest addition to BI360, a collaboration portal that will give business users new ways to share corporate performance information, and communicate within the organization. - September 25, 2012 - Solver
Ebad Rahman, Attorney, Torys LLP to Speak at KC’s Financial Institutions Beware: Cloud Computing Compliance Under Guideline B-10 Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Ebad Rahman, Attorney, Torys LLP, will speak at a 2-hour webcast entitled “Financial Institutions Beware: Cloud Computing Compliance Under Guideline... - September 25, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
MyReviewsNow.net Partner Bodybuilding.com Introduces Super Fat Burner "Cellucor" to Shopper
Internet superstore MyReviewsNow.net is now featuring a new product from Bodybuilding.com called "Cellucor." The new bodybuilding product "Cellucor" helps customers obtain great results and have a high level of energy. The new product can be used in protein shakes to help individuals enjoy an extra boost of energy before or after a workout. - September 24, 2012 - Retail Solutions Advisors
QBDoc Announces Release of QuickBooks 2013
QBDoc now offers QuickBooks 2013 - September 24, 2012 - QBDoc
Glenn M. Engelmann, Senior Counsel, McDermott Will & Emery to Speak at KC’s Understanding FDA's Guidance on Direct-To-Consumer Television Advertisements
Glenn M. Engelmann, Senior Counsel, McDermott Will & Emery to Speak at KC’s Understanding the Food and Drug Administration’s Guidance on Direct-To-Consumer Television Advertisements Live Webcast - September 24, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
Internet Online Shopping MyReviewsNow.Net Welcomes GemsAround as New Affiliate
MyReviewsNow.net now welcomes GemsAround as a new affiliate in its jewelry department. As one of the leading custom jewelry stores in the world, GemsAround helps individuals create the perfect vision of their dream jewelry. Individuals can work with precious metals like platinum, gold and silver. They can also add a couple of diamonds to a piece of jewelry for an added touch of glamour. - September 23, 2012 - Retail Solutions Advisors
Landmark Building Sells
Jim Mealey Sells Landmark Building in Phoenixville While most commercial properties on Route 23 in Chester County still have a For Sale sign displayed, one local real estate agent just sold and settled the property at 445 Schuylkill Avenue in East Pikeland, Chester County. The 20,000 square foot... - September 23, 2012 - RE/MAX Classic
Actionable Strategies to speak on Cloud Computing in Global Investment and Finance
Actionable Strategies, a boutique consulting firm serving clients globally, has been selected to present a session on Cloud Computing at the Fund-Ex Conference. Actionable Strategies CEO, Jeffrey Wu, will be leading a session entitled “Make way for the Cloud: What every Institutional Investor Needs to Know…” - September 23, 2012 - Actionable Strategies
Restroom Direct Reaches a Milestone
Restroom Direct celebrates its 10,000th order, a milestone for this relatively young company specializing in the sale of commercial restroom products. Hand dryers, soap dispensers, baby changing tables, toilet stall partitions and drinking fountains are among the growing number of products offered... - September 23, 2012 - Restroom Direct
Jewish Jobster Adds Customized Services for Job Seekers
Jewish Jobster, a new web based organization dedicated to optimizing the job search process, has added a series of customized services for job seekers. Created in response to the difficult job situation, Jewish Jobster is committed to help Jewish Job seekers and employers/recruiters by making the... - September 22, 2012 - Jewish Jobster
Avasant Releases Impact Sourcing Report
Avasant carried out a comprehensive study with the support of the Rockefeller Foundation with the goal of providing recommendations for governments and industry to implement and scale Impact Sourcing based on global best practices that align policies and incentives to industry needs. - September 22, 2012 - Avasant LLC
Maryann Campbell, Examining Officer, Legal and Compliance Risk Department, Federal Reserve Bank of New York to Speak at KC’s FACTA and the Dodd-Frank Act Event
Maryann Campbell, Examining Officer, Legal and Compliance Risk Department, Federal Reserve Bank of New York to Speak at KC’s FACTA and the Dodd-Frank Act: What You Must Know Live Webcast - September 22, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
Toronto Management Consulting Firm’s Office Space Wins ARIDO Award of Merit 2012
Toronto-based OPTIMUS | SBR’s office space has won an ARIDO Award of Merit 2012, placing it among the best in the interior design industry in Canada. - September 22, 2012 - OPTIMUS | SBR
Diana Rivenburgh Signs Book Contract with AMACOM
AMACOM offers contract for Rivenburgh’s forthcoming book on the new corporate facts of life. - September 22, 2012 - Strategic Imperatives, Inc.
Wick Phillips Attorneys Recognized by Super Lawyers Magazine
Gould, Hellberg, Martin and Phillips Named Texas Super Lawyers for 2012; Gamble and Tendolkar Named to Texas Rising Stars List - September 21, 2012 - Wick Phillips Gould & Martin, LLP
Lawline “Furthered 40” to Honor Excellence in Furthering Education
Revelation. Progression. Change. These are made possible because of our world’s educators and they are just a few of the reasons why Lawline.com plans to recognize their efforts. The “Furthered 40” will acknowledge profound professionals dedicated to furthering the education of... - September 21, 2012 - FurtherEd
The BSC Group Awarded “Best Finance Company” for Second Straight Year
The BSC Group, LLC, a leading commercial real estate financing advisor for self-storage owners, is pleased to announce it has been chosen once again as the Best Finance Company by the readers of Inside Self-Storage magazine. This is the second straight year The BSC Group has received the honor,... - September 21, 2012 - The BSC Group, LLC
Guy K. Gerard Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Guy K. Gerard of Moline, Illinois has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of food services. About Guy K. Gerard Mr. Gerard has over 20 years experience in the food service field. He is the Food... - September 21, 2012 - Strathmore Worldwide
New Report by Constellation Research Addresses Customer Support Outsourcers’ Incorporation of Social Media and Mobile Apps
Report reveals that innovative customer support outsourcers must embrace new modes of engagement and deliver integrated support across all channels - social & mobile. The customer support paradigm is changing. The key to innovative customer support is to evolve with the customer. - September 21, 2012 - Constellation Research
Talk Fusion Independent Associates Worldwide Climbing the Ranks to Diamond & Above with Amazing Momentum
Spectacular Talk Fusion World Tour event last June in Moscow, excitement of Euro NOW! event this October in Prague, Czech Republic & Diamond Rush Training helping to drive continued record-breaking advancement. - September 21, 2012 - Talk Fusion
New Business Book Just Released - Common Sense Supply Management: Tales from the Supply Chain Trenches
Author and businessman, Dr. Tom DePaoli is pleased to announce his new book, Common Sense Supply Management: Tales From The Supply Chain Trenches. - September 21, 2012 - Thomas DePaoli
Introducing Accelas Solutions, the Newest Oracle CRM Partner
Accelas Solutions opens doors as an Oracle systems integrator focusing on medium-sized firms, fixed-fee contracting and back-office systems integrations as well as custom tool development to enhance CRM user adoption - September 21, 2012 - Accelas Solutions Inc.
eLynx Technologies’ Steve Benway Receives the “Know Your Audience” Recognition from CS3 Technology
CS3 Technology continues their Essential Behavior recognition program. The program features one of CS3’s 18 Essential Behaviors each month and recognizes a customer who exhibits that behavior. Customers are nominated by CS3 employees or customers. - September 20, 2012 - CS3 Technology
Mohammed S. Choudhry, MD, PH.D., D.P.H. Recognized by Strathmore Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Mohammed S. Choudhry, MD, PH.D., D.P.H. of Lawrenceville, New Jersey has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of healthcare. About Mohammed S. Choudhry, MD, PH.D., D.P.H. Dr. Choudhry has over 50... - September 20, 2012 - Strathmore Worldwide
Jason Hamilton Mikes Awarded AV Preeminent Rating by LexisNexis Martindale-Hubbell
Southwest Florida business and real estate attorney, Jason Hamilton Mikes of Hamilton Mikes, P.A. has received the prestigious AV® Preeminent Peer Review Rating™ from LexisNexis Martindale-Hubbell®, ranking him at the highest level of professional excellence. The... - September 20, 2012 - Hamilton Mikes, P.A.
snom Blends Performance and Value with New snom 710 IP Phone
snom expands its 7xx series with the new snom 710 VoIP desk phone ideal for small and medium-sized businesses, hosted service provider VoIP deployments and larger scale multi-site installations.\ - September 20, 2012 - snom Technology AG
Executive Advisory Firm, The SCA Group Offers 10 Tips for Managing Business Growth - Expansion Mode Can be Exciting But It's Not Always Easy
Managing growth for companies can be very tricky if not handled properly: 10 tips on how the C-suite can best manage growth to be successful - September 20, 2012 - The SCA Group
Thiess Invests in Apprentice Training Program
Mining, construction and services industry leader Thiess has formalised its partnership with MEGT Australian apprenticeships Centre to equip its apprentices and trainees with the skills to meet future project commitments. This follow the recently released Queensland Energy and Telecommunications... - September 20, 2012 - MEGT (Australia) Ltd
Security Research Group Recommends How to Keep Your Business Protected
Performing a Business Security Checkup - September 20, 2012 - Security Research Group
STOPP Investigations & Security Launches New Elite Security Company
STOPP Investigations & Security is staffing up and actively seeking contracts in the local area, as well as, assignments for special events, bodyguard and executive protection. - September 20, 2012 - STOPP Investigations & Security
David B. Hardison, Partner, Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP to Speak at KC’s Financial Reporting and SEC Enforcement Update for 2013 Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that David B. Hardison, Partner, Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Financial... - September 20, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
New Executive Search Firm Focuses on Business Alliances
Alliance Development International is the first executive search firm to focus exclusively on professionals who manage business partnerships and alliances. - September 20, 2012 - Alliance Development International
SpeedCoach.Biz Announces New Service
SpeedCoach.Biz announces the availability of a new consulting service especially for start-up entrepreneurs and small businesses under $2 million in annual revenues. - September 20, 2012 - SpeedCoach.Biz
Datrose Launches All New Website
The new site provides improved navigation, social media, fresh content, and a clean user interface. - September 20, 2012 - Datrose
WBB Hosts 2012 Warrior Gathering at Nemacolin
Wounded Warriors and Their Families Have a Weekend of Fun and Relaxation - September 20, 2012 - WBB
Ann Chambers of Mitsubishi Caterpillar Forklift America, Inc. Honored with the “Stay Clear of Politics” Recognition from CS3 Technology
CS3 Technology continues the Essential Behavior recognition program for their customers. - September 19, 2012 - CS3 Technology
CS3 Technology Certified to Recommend and Implement Solutions from Adaptive Planning
Congratulations to Beth Welch, who received her Adaptive Planning certification, which gives CS3 Technology’s customers the ability to implement a world-class, cloud-based corporate performance management solution. - September 19, 2012 - CS3 Technology
Customer Service and Politics - New Podcast on The MESH Network
With the election in full swing, the latest “Stepping Up Service” podcast focuses on “The Politics of Customer Service.” Hosts Ed Gagnon, President of Charlotte-based Customer Service Solutions, Inc. (www.cssamerica.com) and MESH Executive Producer Alan Jackson, also with The Jackson Group (www.thejacksongroup.com) address the lessons learned of corporate politics, and how these internal clashes impact the customer, the culture, and the ultimate success of a company. - September 19, 2012 - Customer Service Solutions, Inc.
The Seventh Annual Organizing Awards Have Been Moved to January 2013
The Organizing Awards which had been scheduled for October 20, 2012 have been moved to January 26, 2013. - September 19, 2012 - National Association of Professional Organizers - Los Angeles