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JarNat Products Announces the Release of the Troffer Door Clasp
JarNat Products announces the release of the patent pending Troffer Door Clasp which provides a cost effective yet attractive solution for troffer lights with broken door latches for the facilities maintenance industry. - January 13, 2012 - JarNat Products
Storage Specialists Got Storage Now Offering RV Storage Facilities
Self storage leaders Got Storage have announced recently that they are now providing RV storage facilities for clientele across the country looking for an affordable area in which to securely place their RV. As property becomes more expensive across the country, the hunt for low cost storage space... - January 13, 2012 - Got Storage
President of Elite Consulting Volunteers for Special Olympics Team at Brown University
Elite Consulting has already shown this culture of giving back. In their first month in business, on their free time, the company has already raised $1000 for Operation Smile and volunteered to raise $1300 for Adopt A Family. - January 13, 2012 - Elite Consulting Inc.
Elite Consulting Raises Money for Operation Smile
The company recently opened its doors and has already started making an impact on the community. In its first month in business, Elite Consulting was able to raise $1000 for Operation Smile. - January 13, 2012 - Elite Consulting Inc.
Medical Doctor Associates Celebrates 25 Years of Service And Launches Rebranding Initiative
Medical Doctor Associates announced the introduction of a new brand identity that will reinforce MDA’s long history in developing relationships with its physicians and healthcare clients and also its commitment to providing outstanding service. - January 13, 2012 - Medical Doctor Associates
Hypnotik Hair Provides All-in-One Solution
The heir to the beauty throne helps women achieve the hair they desire - January 12, 2012 - HYPNOTIK HAIR
Enrolling with a Purpose
PinkPowerLadies.com offers insurance brokers a simplified process to add much needed products to a client’s portfolio while simultaneously promoting wellness. - January 12, 2012 - PinkPowerLadies.com
IMPACT Fitness Boot Camp Certification Now Approved for NESTA Personal Trainer Continuing Education Units
The Intense Mixed Performance Accelerated Cross Training (IMPACT) online certification program is now approved for continuing education credits by the National Exercise & Sports Trainers Association (NESTA). The program counts for 20 continuing education credits toward the NESTA Personal Fitness Trainer program. - January 12, 2012 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
IT Professionals Salaries and Hiring Flat According to 2012 IT Salary Survey Released by Janco
The 2012 Salary Survey, just released by Janco Associates, is mixed news for IT Professionals. The survey shows that hiring and salaries are up in some sectors of the IT job market, salaries have stopped falling and for selected positions there has been an increase in compensation. - January 12, 2012 - Janco Associates, Inc.
The Crystalline Grid Releases Inexpensive Next Generation WiFi Superspots for Long Range Point-of-Sale Internet Access, Video Security, and Internet Telephony
The Crystalline Grid introduces NetBeacon™, a low-cost WiFi “superspot” that provides point-of-sale Internet access, Video Security, and Voice over IP (VoIP) over a distance that automatically grows up to a quarter-mile at every installation...with as little as a single Internet connection. This is introduced in conjunction with MobileDVR™, which turns any Android™, iPhone™, or iPad™ into a live video monitoring device with remote storage and text message event notification. - January 12, 2012 - The Crystalline Grid
inBlurbs Blog is Nominated as One of the 20 Finalists of Social Media Examiner
inBlurbs.com blog has been nominated with 20 other finalists for Top 10 Social Media Blogs 2012. Social Media Examiner received over 570 nominations for their third-annual Top 10 Social Media Blogs contest (the blogosphere’s biggest contest for social media blogs). Link:... - January 12, 2012 - inBlurbs.com
Research Now Engages Intuitive Business Intelligence to Provide Visual Reporting on Ad Campaign Effectiveness with Intuitive Dashboards
Research Now, the leading global online sampling and data collection company, is implementing Intuitive Dashboards by Intuitive Business Intelligence, to provide clients with access to up-to-date advertising campaign data collected using Research Now’s ADimension® technology powered by... - January 11, 2012 - Intuitive Business Intelligence Limited
MResult Corporation to Sponsor 9th Annual Pharmaceutical Compliance Congress
MResult Corporation is proud to announce its sponsorship of the upcoming 9th Annual Pharmaceutical Compliance Congress hosted by CBI in Washington, D.C. At the event, MResult representatives will be showcasing the firm’s Aggregate Spend Solution application. This customized compliance... - January 11, 2012 - MResult Corporation
John Foy and Associates to Launch and Take Part in Don't Drink and Drive Initiative for Safer Roads in 2012
Atlanta’s venerable law firm John Foy and Associates, a long leader in fighting for justice for citizens of Georgia, had declared 2012 to be the year of Safer Roads with its new company wide initiative against drunk driving. The Law Offices of Foy and Associates handle many cases and... - January 11, 2012 - John Foy & Associates
The International Triathlon Coaching Association Launches New Facebook Page for Triathlon Coaches and Ironman Fans
The International Triathlon Coaching Association (ITCA) recently launched a new Facebook page for its fans and friends. Available online at https://www.facebook.com/groups/170987673613/, the new Facebook page offers the latest news in the triathlon world as well as a way for triathlon coaches and lovers to connect with each other. - January 11, 2012 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
Uniform Advantage is Now a Key Retailer of Jockey™ Scrubs
Uniform Advantage recently revealed that it will be a key retailer for Jockey Scrubs. For additional information about Jockey Scrubs and the different styles and colors offered, please visit www.UniformAdvantage.com. - January 11, 2012 - Uniform Advantage
RichmondBUILD Receives $20K in New Equipment from Abatix Corp. at the Request of ehs International, Inc. to Support Green Jobs Training for Richmond Residents
Abatix provides new equipment and supplies valued over $20,000 to support the City of Richmond’s award-winning green jobs training program. Abatix is a full service distributor of quality products to safety, construction, environmental, marine, remediation, healthcare and energy... - January 11, 2012 - ehs International, Inc
Rob Smith to Lead Mortgage Analytics Team for Mortgage Consulting Firm
zIngenuity, Inc., a boutique consulting firm dedicated exclusively to advising mortgage lenders on mortgage finance matters, is pleased to announce that Rob Smith, Vice President has been named as the head of the Mortgage Analytics team. Rob, who started with zIngenuity in early 2009 when... - January 11, 2012 - zIngenuity, Inc.
Ground-Breaking Technology Takes Business Planning to a New Level
For the first time ever entrepreneurs can now use the ground-breaking 1-Click Submit to Investors® technology when creating their business plan or financial forecasts as part of the www.BusinessPlanWhiz.com business plan software program. Being an entrepreneur has always been an ideal for many... - January 11, 2012 - Business Plan Whiz
Total Mortgage Services Names Neil Bader to Lead Retail Origination Channel
Industry veteran named National Retail Sales Manager to help build expanding nationwide retail lending channel. - January 11, 2012 - Total Mortgage
Brooke Chase Associates, Inc. Announces a 45% Increase in Revenue for 2011
Joseph McElmeel, Chairman & CEO of Brooke Chase Associates, Inc. announced a 45.26% increase in revenue for the year ending 2011. - January 11, 2012 - Brooke Chase Associates, Inc.
Avant Announces Innovative Audi Luxury Car Program
Personal development/direct selling firm Avant recently announced the start of their Avant Audi Luxury Car Bonus program. - January 11, 2012 - Michael Hamburger
FitNews.TV Takes Advantage of Hot Mobile Marketing Trends to Make Work Easier for Personal Trainers and Fitness Pros in 2012
Taking advantage of the latest trends in mobile and online marketing, FitNews.TV can help personal trainers and others in the fitness business utilize social media for business success. In 2012, trainers and fitness pros can use FitNews.TV to expand their fitness business and clientele. - January 10, 2012 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
Washington, D.C., Atlanta Home Owners Enjoy Twice as Much Living Space as New York City Home Owners
According to an analysis by PropertyShark.com of 20 major U.S. Cities, home owners in Washington, D.C., Atlanta and Austin are enjoying on average the most living space. PropertyShark is a NY-based property search and foreclosure listings website. The average home size in Washington, D.C. is 2,237... - January 10, 2012 - PropertyShark.com
New Designs for Real Estate Investing Websites Released
A real estate investing firm, www.RealEstateInvestorsWebsites.net, has released newly upgraded designs for their real estate investor websites. Real estate investors now have more designs to choose from as well as more customization choices to suit any real estate investing business model. - January 10, 2012 - RealEstateInvestingWebSites.com
CareSouth Health System Purchases Rutherford Polk McDowell Health District Home Health Agency
CareSouth Health System, Inc., today announced that it has purchased the home health agency of the Rutherford Polk McDowell (RPM) Health District. The transaction was finalized on December 31. The home health care agency is now doing business as CareSouth Homecare Professionals with locations in... - January 10, 2012 - CareSouth Health System, Inc.
DBI Announces Life Sciences Business Unit
Business Analytics consulting firm increases focus on big data challenges in life sciences. - January 10, 2012 - DBI Consulting
Stick-e's New Yoga Block Addresses Wrist Pain Resulting in the Perfect PlankTM
Stick-e® Products LLC recently started shipping one of its newest, patent pending, problem solving fitness accessories, the Wrist Saver® Block. Orthopedic surgeon approved and recommended, the Stick-e® Wrist Saver® Block is a 2-in-1 product combining the traditional foam yoga block... - January 09, 2012 - Stick-e Products LLC
RealOrganized, Inc. Upgrades RealtyJuggler Real Estate Software and Adds New Training Options
RealtyJuggler Real Estate Software has been upgraded with over 65 customer-requested new enhancements. Additionally, three new video tutorials are available, an online Webinar is offered, and new one-on-one training is now available. - January 09, 2012 - RealOrganized, Inc.
Allworld Logistics Provides All New Shipping Solutions for Small, Medium Enterprises
Allworld Logistics 100% Australian Company Offers Flexible Import/Export Options via Air freight and Sea freight, while other Importing and exporting services are often an expensive venture. - January 09, 2012 - All World Logistics
Kevin L. Boyle, Consulting Introduces New Service: Stress Testing and Scenario Testing
Uncertainty abounds. Crude oil prices are likely to remain high to support inflated Middle Eastern budgets, according to the Zawya news service.. European Union members risk default with each new bond issue, per the New York Times. Congressional posturing in an election year promises continued inaction by our elected leaders, according to the Huffington Post. Macroeconomic shocks could be unveiled at any time. Kevin Boyle says that, "Now is the time to consider stress testing your P&L." - January 09, 2012 - Kevin L. Boyle, Consulting
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled Legal Series: Litigation Super Star Strategies & Techniques Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, announced today that it has scheduled a live webcast entitled “Legal Series: Litigation Super Star Strategies & Techniques.” This two-hour event is scheduled on... - January 09, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled Legal Series: IP & Copyright Law Best Practices in 2012 LIVE Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, announced today that it has scheduled a live webcast entitled “Legal Series: IP & Copyright Law Best Practices in 2012.” This two-hour event is scheduled on... - January 09, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
WIH Resource Group to Offer Subscription Software for Maximizing Value of Waste and Recyclables
WIH Resource Group Teams with RecycleMatch Software Platform for Generators and Waste Services Companies. - January 09, 2012 - WIH Resource Group
Gary Oppenheimer from AmpleHarvest.org to Speak at TEDxManhattan "Changing The Way We Eat" on January 21, 2012
www.TEDxManhattan.org - Oppenheimer to talk about the AmpleHarvest.org Campaign - Find or host a Viewing Party in your Area to watch the Live Webcast. www.AmpleHarvest.org/TEDx - January 08, 2012 - AmpleHarvest.org
The Lifestyle Designers Husband and Wife Duo Help People Take Control of Both Their Bodies and Their Homes
The Lifestyle Designers, John Spencer Ellis and Kelli Ellis, help their clients take charge of their bodies and their homes to achieve their goals and greater happiness. A video of their recent Lifestyle Designers Live event is now available online. - January 08, 2012 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
Crossing the Goal Line - Coaching Others to Success in Business eBook - by Kendra Clark Moore - Available on Amazon.com and Barnesandnoble.com
All businesses want to increase the productivity and efficiency of the people in their organization. Most business leaders search high and low looking for methods of improving productivity and communication. These leaders must learn how to coach first. Crossing the Goal Line: Coaching Others to... - January 08, 2012 - KCM Educational Management
UCView’s Small Business-Friendly SignEdge Simplifies Starting, Running Digital Signage
UCView’s new SignEdge service reduces the technical challenges of putting digital signage in a small business to plugging in a couple of cables and typing a short set of numbers into a web browser. SignEdge is a simple, highly affordable bundle of a small PC and digital signage software that... - January 07, 2012 - Ucview Media
The Spencer Institute Offers 2012 Trend Report on Corporate Wellness
The Spencer Institute recently published a 2012 trend report on corporate wellness. Trends for the new year include increased focus on education, small group coaching and more. - January 07, 2012 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
Intelligent Office-San Diego Selects Johnson & Jennings as General Contractor
Contractor to build out 4,500 square-foot office space - January 07, 2012 - Intelligent Office of San Diego
Charlotte Swim Club Management Updates Name to Reflect Company Growth
Swim Club Management Group, Inc. name change reflects expansion into multiple markets in the southeast, including Asheville, NC and Richmond, VA. - January 07, 2012 - Swim Club Management Group, Inc.
Riechesbaird, LCX Digital and Latham & Watkins Educate Businesses About Protecting Their Brand
Learn tips to avoid being “Brandjacked” in free webcast offered by RiechesBaird, LCX Digital and Latham & Watkins. - January 07, 2012 - BrandingBusiness
Partnership to Help Mid Sized Companies Expand in a Digital World
Future Cities Institute (FCI) today announced its partnership with M Institute, the UK's leading think tank on issues relating to mid-sized businesses. This partnership aims to empower mid-sized companies to participate fully in growth opportunities in the digital world. - January 07, 2012 - Future Cities Institute
IOA Risk Services Identified: 4 Dangerous Trends Facing the Ceiling & Wallboard Industry
Learn issues facing the Ceiling & Wallboard Industry and how progressive companies are positioning themselves to be more competitive in their marketplace. - January 06, 2012 - IOA Risk Services
DMG Productions to Feature BrightLine Bags, Inc. on Upcoming Episode of Business Update
Exploring Exciting Advancements in Utility Bags for Field Professionals - January 06, 2012 - DMG Productions, LLC
DMG Productions to Feature Excelerate on Upcoming Episode of Business Update
Forging an International Defense Community - January 06, 2012 - DMG Productions, LLC
Epic Motion Staff Named Top 25 Event Filmmakers
Ryan Koral and Eric Kmetz of Epic Motion, a photo and video studio based in Royal Oak Michigan, was named Top 25 Event Filmmakers in the world by EventDV. - January 06, 2012 - Epic Motion
National Exercise & Sports Trainers Association Experts Predict Personal Trainer Trends for 2012
As the go-to resource for personal trainers across the globe, the National Exercise & Sports Trainers Association (NESTA) offers predictions for the top personal training trends for 2012. Organization experts predict a focus on small group training as well as more demographic-specific specialization, among others. - January 06, 2012 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
Etech Global Services Handled 10 Million Chat Sessions in 2011
Etech Global Services footprint grows as the leading live chat services provider with over 10 million chat sessions and stellar CSAT scores in 2011. - January 06, 2012 - Etech, Inc.
Meritage Management Honored as 2011 Accredited Management Organization of the Year
Meritage Management, a Salt Lake City company, was recently honored as the 2011 Accredited Management Organization of the Year at the Greater Salt Lake City Chapter of the Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM) Awards and Installation Banquet at the Sutton Hotel in Salt Lake City. Accredited Management Organization of the Year is given to the company that supports the Chapter through sponsorships, volunteerism, and attendance at Chapter sponsored events. - January 06, 2012 - Meritage Management