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CIO Midmarket Summit Announces Session Details
The CIO Midmarket Summit team announced today session details for the upcoming technology event, Dec. 4 - 6, 2011 at the Montelucia Resort in Scottsdale, Arizona. The CIO Midmarket Summit brings together CIOs and IT executives to attend interactive agenda sessions, including roundtables, think... - October 30, 2011 - CDM Media
FCX-DNA Announces the Arrival of Dr. Kambouris to Boise, Idaho
Renown Doctor Marios Kambouris visits Boise, Idaho. Professor Marios Kambouris, assistant professor at Yale University School of Medicine, carried out the ground-breaking research through DNA Testing. Recently featured in the London Times and ESPN, Dr. Kambouris performed DNA testing on an... - October 29, 2011 - Full Circle Rewards Inc.
Long® Fence is Gold Sponsor of Komen Maryland Race for the Cure®
Long® Fence, one of the largest residential and commercial fencing contractors on the East Coast, was a gold level sponsor of the 19th annual Komen Maryland Race for the Cure® for their donation of temporary fencing to protect and separate pedestrian spectators and participants during the... - October 29, 2011 - Long Fence
AuraPortal Unifies the Purchases of the 180 TI Automotive Companies
TI Automotive, world leader in fluid storage, carrying and delivering, has implemented the AuraPortal BPM Suite. - October 29, 2011 - AuraPortal
Thanksgiving Deadliest Holiday for DUIs, Says the Law Office of Corso & Rhude
According to a Forbes magazine study, an average of 401 people die each year on New Year’s Day, the fifth worst holiday for drunk driving. The worst is Thanksgiving, with an average of 567 deaths each year. - October 29, 2011 - Law Office of Corso & Rhude, PLLC
Chaordix Expands Board as Business Grows - Accomplished Entrepreneur Carol Leaman and Ken Wilson of Coril Holdings Add Experience and Insight
Chaordix Inc. announces the appointment of Carol Leaman and Ken Wilson to its Board of Directors. Carol is a highly accomplished Waterloo-based entrepreneur who has led several companies to successful exits. Ken, of Calgary, is a long-time ally of Chaordix and parent company,The Cambrian House... - October 29, 2011 - Chaordix Inc.
Brosix’s Enhanced Group Management Feature Draws Positive Reviews
Brosix’s newest feature has drawn positive reviews from private instant messaging users. - October 28, 2011 - Brosix, Inc
Play N Trade Brings the Ultimate Video Gaming Experience to O’Fallon, Missouri
Play N Trade Franchise, Inc., one of the fastest-growing video game franchises, has a new store in O’Fallon, Missouri, bringing the ultimate gaming experience to town. - October 28, 2011 - Play N Trade Franchise, Inc.
Gordon Food Service® Goes Green with Greensleeves’ GeoModule™
“Gordon Food Service wanted to select a green alternative to meet the building’s heating and cooling load. The GeoModule offered a more advanced option to do so while reducing our impact on the environment,” said Kirk Mortenson, Director of Real Estate and Facilities at Gordon Food Service. - October 28, 2011 - Greensleeves LLC
zIngenuity’s New Analytical Report on the Mortgage Insurance Industry Available for Download
zIngenuity, a boutique mortgage consulting firm that provides solutions to lenders and servicers on mortgage finance related issues, announced today the availability of its October 2011 report and analysis on the mortgage insurance (MI) industry through their website. The comprehensive report,... - October 28, 2011 - zIngenuity, Inc.
Now is the Time for a Quick Switch to the Cloud
Infolastic Company announced today its QuickStart Initiative for small and medium businesses. - October 28, 2011 - infolastic
Orlando Office Center Expands, Opening in Downtown Orlando
Orlando Office Center offers a higher level of customer service paired with affordable office solutions that cater to both established and start-up businesses in tough economic times. - October 28, 2011 - Orlando Office Center
Greater Amherst BNI Chapter to Host Visitor’s Day
The Greater Amherst chapter of BNI (Business Network International) Western Massachusetts will host a visitor’s day breakfast meeting on Tuesday, November 15, from 7:00 to 9:00am at the Howard Johnson’s Motel, 401 Russell Street in Hadley. The event is an opportunity for small business... - October 28, 2011 - BNI Western Massachusetts
Enrollment Management Firm Launches New Blog
The expert team at Scannell & Kurz is now providing higher ed observations in their new enrollment management blog. College and university professionals are encouraged to join in the discussion. - October 28, 2011 - Scannell & Kurz, Inc.
DARTON GROUP Names Bryan J. Carey as Managing Director
Bryan J. Carey to serve in newly-created role to oversee DARTON GROUP’s fast-growing consulting practice. - October 28, 2011 - DARTON GROUP
The Networking Exchange™ Takes Business Professionals to the Next Level of Success Through Viral Networking and Collaboration©
New networking organization provides high value for low cost - October 28, 2011 - The Networking Exchange
Sales of New Fragrance Cali Blue to Help Build Fresh Water Wells in India and Africa
A percentage of revenue generated from sales of new fragrance, Cali Blue, to be donated directly toward building fresh water wells in impoverished villages throughout India and Africa. - October 27, 2011 - AromaEarth
The Pest Guru Receives 2011 Houston Award
The USCA "Best of Local Business" Award Program recognizes outstanding local businesses throughout the country. Each year, the USCA identifies companies that they believe have achieved exceptional marketing success in their local community and business category. These are local companies that enhance the positive image of small business through service to their customers and community. - October 27, 2011 - The Pest Guru
A Marriage of Two Brands to Promote the Luxury Travel Category to Australia, and Other International Cities
Luxury Travel (www.luxurytravelvietnam.com) and The Cape Club have established a joint venture to provide fully escorted luxury travel services into Vietnam/ South East Asia. - October 27, 2011 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Win the Holiday Race and Boost Your Profits
Win the holiday race this year. Effective online-marketing via digital publishing helps you gain an edge on your competition while maximizing profits, so get moving now on your company’s holiday preparations: create your own digital Christmas catalog or magazine. - October 27, 2011 - UniFlip A/S
Pathways To Excellence Proudly Announces Release of New Web Site for "Living Your Leadership" Featuring On-Demand Training, Workshops and Consulting
Teresa Gilbert, President of Pathways to Excellence, Introduces a Multi-Faceted Approach to Leadership and Supervisor Training for Professional Development - October 27, 2011 - Pathways to Excellence LLC
New Amazon Kindle Book Released to Help Small Businesses Find and Manage Interns
New Amazon Kindle Book provides small businesses and entrepreneurs 10 insightful steps and secrets to growth through hiring interns. - October 27, 2011 - Efficient Enterprises, Inc.
Dale Carnegie Training Tampa Bay Presents: How to Win Friends and Influence People in the Digital Age
Dale Carnegie Tampa Bay, a Global Franchise, specializing in developing leadership and communication skills, is hosting a Breakfast Seminar on Dale Carnegie's newly released book: How To Win Friends and Influence People In The Digital Age. Guests in attendance will receive a copy of this newly... - October 27, 2011 - Rick J. Gallegos & Associates
Language Connect Reports 105% Turnover Growth; Achieves Record Full-Year Revenue and Profit
Language Connect, a language, localization and iMarketing services company, has announced record turnover growth of 105% for its 2010/11 financial year. The company achieved all-time record consolidated revenue exceeding prior forecasts. This growth is a result of high-profile contract wins in... - October 27, 2011 - Language Connect
Southwest Solutions Group Was Awarded a Contract by the Harris County Courthouse to Install Spacesaver Storage Systems
Southwest Solutions Group installed several Spacesaver storage systems for the newly renovated Harris County Courthouse. - October 27, 2011 - Southwest Solutions Group
International Engineering Firm Buro Happold Debuts Happold Consulting in the US
Buro Happold expands in North America with strategic and management consulting services; subsidiary provides integrated development solutions to public and private sector clients. - October 27, 2011 - Buro Happold
Small Businesses Can Make Their Email More Effective with Ventureneer’s Tips
Don’t forget email in your online marketing mix. With tips from Ventureneer, small businesses can make email a marketing powerhouse. - October 27, 2011 - Ventureneer
Ventureneer Webinar Takes the Dread Out of Performance Reviews
Feedback to employees -- and listening -- can motive staff and prevent costly turnover. Learn to make performance reviews helpful, not hurtful. - October 27, 2011 - Ventureneer
Elite Line Services (ELS) the Leader in Airport Equipment Maintenance Services Announces the Start of a New Contract at the Tom Bradley International Terminal, LAX
ELS announces the commencement of its Operation and Maintenance (O&M) contract responsibility for the new inline Baggage Handling System (BHS) and Passenger Boarding Bridges (PBB) at the recently renovated Tom Bradley International Terminal (TBIT). The BHS is approximately 14,500 linear feet,... - October 26, 2011 - Elite Line Services
eBoss+ Ready to Accept New Subscribers
Beginning 31 October 2011, eBoss+ Recruitment Software will be opening its virtual doors to new subscribers. - October 26, 2011 - eBoss Online Recruitment Solutions
XTIVIA, Inc. Expands Open Source Solutions to Include the Alfresco Platform
XTIVIA, Inc. announced today that it has become an Alfresco Certified Gold Partner and is expanding its consulting practice to include the Alfresco ECM suite of products. XTIVIA’s focus will be on the Alfresco Enterprise Edition, an award-winning platform. The Alfresco Enterprise is an... - October 26, 2011 - XTIVIA, Inc.
TransGuardian President Jim Moseley Speaks at Parcel Forum 2011
At Parcel Forum 2011 in Chicago, TransGuardian President Jim Moseley presented ways to reduce risk and save money on insured parcel shipping. “It’s important to de-bunk myths in the parcel insurance industry about ‘safe practices’ that have no effect on risk and explore... - October 26, 2011 - TransGuardian, Inc.
Stop the Traffic in Humans by the Network for Peace
Network for Peace honors Media 4 Humanity and their founder, former TV reporter Melanie Siben, for their work to eradicate child trafficking in the United States. Media 4 Humanity attracts student interns from all over the country. More than 250 undergraduate and graduate students have undergone a rigorous internship program that prepares them to be leaders in the fight against modern-day slavery. Event details: October 26th at 6:30-9PM at Marymount School, Fifth Av at 84 St in NY. - October 26, 2011 - Network for Peace
TopSEOs Identifies Orlando Interactive Digital Agency as One of the Top 30 Link Building Firms for the Month of October 2011
Orlando Interactive Digital Agency Xcellimark has ranked as one of the top 30 Link Building Firms for the month of October 2011. - October 26, 2011 - Xcellimark
Food for Thought Video - Food Waste the Missing Link in Recycling
The missing link in the recycling puzzle arena is food waste. More than ever, people should start looking at food waste as the way to reach zero waste and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Treating organic waste onsite is the ideal option. Landfill is a short-term solution that contaminates; it comes at a price both to organizations’ bottom line and to the environment. There is little to no awareness of the damage caused when sending food waste to landfills. - October 26, 2011 - NATH Sustainable Solutions
RMCN Teamwork
On Tuesday October 25th Derrick Scobey, Kim Danna, Eric Green, and David Harry of RMCN Credit Services helped with McKinney Make a Difference Day. Lisa Bourasssa from the Volunteer McKinney Center said, "Thank you so much for helping us close out the McKinney Make a Difference Day can drive. I... - October 26, 2011 - RMCN Credit Services, Inc.
Storage Deluxe Announces Agreement to Sell 22 Facilities to CUBESMART
Storage Deluxe (SD) announced today that it has entered into an agreement with CubeSmart (NYSE:CUBE) to sell 22 of its existing 26 storage facilities for a price of $560 million. The transaction is expected to close in two phases beginning with the first phase closing in the Fourth Quarter 2011. Following the transaction, SD will continue to own and operate 4 storage facilities in the New York metro area. - October 26, 2011 - Storage Deluxe
SMEStorage Add Support for iKeepinCloud Storage Provider
SMEStorage, the multi cloud data access provider, today announced that it now supported the Storage Cloud from the leading French Hosting Provider Ikoula. - October 26, 2011 - Storage Made Easy
South Florida Lis Penden Filings Show Market Still Conflicted
South Florida’s real estate market, decimated by the on-going real estate crisis, continues to show mixed results based on the latest pre foreclosure filing data compiled by Default Research, Inc. The numbers show that in the 3rd quarter of 2011, Broward County, FL saw Lis Pendens filings... - October 26, 2011 - Default Research Inc
Stay in Control of Repaying Debts
Debt Advisory Centre Scotland advises anyone repaying debts to take steps to stay in control of their repayments - and to get professional advice if they're struggling. - October 26, 2011 - Debt Advisory Centre Scotland
Turnaround Management Association (TMA) Chicago/Midwest Hosts Texas Hold ’Em
The Future Leaders Group of the Chicago/Midwest Chapter for the Turnaround Management Association (TMA) presents the 8th Annual Texas Hold 'Em Networking event. The program is being held Tuesday, November 8 at Maggiano's Banquet Hall, 111 W. Grand in Chicago from 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. All TMA... - October 26, 2011 - Turnaround Management Association Chicago/Midwest
Pelican Station Inc Announced Today That It Intends to Open a Fuel Center in Vernal, Utah
The Pelican Group operates various retail establishments in rural markets, including fuel centers, convenient stores and restaurants. The group also has a large ranching operation and is consistently in the market for new acquisitions. - October 26, 2011 - Pelican Station Inc
Southwest Solutions Group was Awarded a Contract by the Federal Bureau of Investigations to Install a High Density Storage System
Southwest Solutions Group installed a mobile pallet rack and a high density shelving system for the Federal Bureau of Investigations’ property and evidence storage area. - October 26, 2011 - Southwest Solutions Group
InterDyn Artis Joins Microsoft Dynamics GP User Group
InterDyn Artis announced today that it has joined the Microsoft Dynamics GP User Group (GPUG) as a Premier Partner Member. GPUG is an independent group of Microsoft Dynamics GP users, partners, and industry experts, recognized by Microsoft as the official user group for Dynamics GP. InterDyn... - October 26, 2011 - InterDyn Artis
Quantachrome Instruments Embarks on $500,000+ Expansion and Renovation/Upgrade of Its Facilities
In response to a sharp increase in business and number of employees over the last 5 years, and to ensure manufacturing capacity for anticipated growth over the next five years and beyond, Quantachrome Instruments’ headquarters in Boynton Beach is undergoing a major expansion and renovation/refurbishment project. - October 26, 2011 - Quantachrome Instruments
Leading Organizations Join with IAOP to Launch IT Infrastructure Chapter
Inaugural Virtual Meeting to Feature Presentation on Mobility Management - October 26, 2011 - IAOP
SBS Group Selected as Premiere Microsoft Dynamics Master VAR
Today, Microsoft officially announced SBS Group as the first Master VAR in Microsoft’s new Master VAR Program. SBS Group, a New Jersey-based technology consulting firm, provides mid-market accounting & business management solutions to companies across the U.S. Microsoft’ Master VAR... - October 26, 2011 - SBS Group
Active Risk US Customer Conference Attracts Record Number of Attendees
With over 100% increase in attendee numbers, the two day event, which featured product announcements, customer case studies and workshops, was the best yet. - October 26, 2011 - Active Risk
Engaging Stakeholders for Effective Crisis Communications, Issues and Reputation Management II
Following on from the first successful executive briefing in June 2011, AIMediaComms, the market leading provider of media and stakeholder interaction software, is hosting the second in the Engaging Stakeholders series on the topic of Engaging Stakeholders for Effective Crisis Communications, Issues and Reputation Management on November 10th at The Queen Elizabeth II Conference Centre. - October 26, 2011 - Access Intelligence Media and Communications Limited
QZ Business Network to Associate Itself with Kiwanis International
QZ Business Network, a division of QuaZillion, LLC announces its association with Kiwanis International. QZ Business Network will encourage their chapter members to join local Kiwanis clubs, as Kiwanis will become the community service arm of choice for members of the QZ Business... - October 25, 2011 - QuaZillion LLC