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SecuraTrac Partners with Simply Consistent, Inc. Company Spreads Knowledge of GPS Location Technology Through Celebrity, Community Connections
SecuraTrac, a dynamic provider of personal location services focused on protecting children, the elderly and pets, announced today a new partnership with Simply Consistent, Inc. as part of the company’s goals to increase sales and marketing surrounding new product launches slated for this... - July 13, 2011 - SecuraTrac
Suspects Get Stuck, Sonitrol Pacific Detects, Police Arrest
Police and firefighters rescued suspected burglars after they tried to break into a school through the ventilation system July 10. Sonitrol Pacific detected the break-in and alerted police. Monitoring Operator Jessica Culver received an impact-activated alert from the school’s Sonitrol... - July 13, 2011 - Sound Security, Inc., dba Sonitrol Pacific
Travel Experts Predict Future of Social Media
The future of social media lies in quality not quantity of followers according to a panel of travel industry experts at a recent round table debate held by hosting specialist UKFast. - July 13, 2011 - UKFast
CIS Survey Reveals Extent of Pharmaceutical Company Internal Audit Coverage
CIS's Krzeminski identifies potential risks of not forming and implementing an auditing and monitoring plan - July 13, 2011 - Compliance Implementation Services
CareSouth Announces Agreement to Purchase Florida Palliative Home Care
CareSouth Health System, Inc., announces agreement to purchase FP Home Care of Ocala, Florida. The home health care agency will begin doing business as CareSouth Homecare Professionals effective immediately. - July 12, 2011 - CareSouth Health System, Inc.
TeamLab Anniversary Release: Multi-functional Document Online Editor Right in Your Corporate Portal
The TeamLab collaboration platform marks their one-year anniversary with the launch of a multi-functional online editor for documents and spreadsheets. - July 12, 2011 - Ascensio System SIA
Lucky Strike Signs Definitive Agreements to Acquire Coal Properties in Mongolia
Lucky Strike Resources Ltd. (“Lucky Strike” or the “Company”) (TSX-V: LKY) announces that it has signed Definitive Agreements with five private Mongolian companies (the “Vendors”) to acquire 80 percent interest in six mining exploration licenses and coal... - July 12, 2011 - Lucky Strike Resources Ltd
Pulpwood Prices in Western US Were Up Almost 50 Percent in 2Q/11 Compared to 2Q/10, While Wood Prices Were Unchanged in the US South
Wood costs for pulp mills in Western US have increased over the past 12 months, reaching their highest level since early 2008 in the 2Q/11, reports the American Wood Fiber Review. Pulp mills in the US South have slightly lower wood costs than they did in 2010, and continue to have the lowest fiber costs in North America. - July 11, 2011 - Wood Resources International LLC
Diamond Dealers Club of New York and Indian Diamond and Colorstone Association Make Historic Agreement
The Diamond Dealers Club of New York (DDC) and the Indian Diamond and Colorstone Association of New York (IDCA) met at the DDC’s Fifth Avenue Executive Suite today to conclude an agreement that allows members of each organization to become members of the other. The DDC has been the... - July 11, 2011 - TransGuardian, Inc.
MyReviewsNow Announces New Affiliation with the Danica Patrick Store
MyReviewsNow in affiliation with the Danica Patrick Store is excited to announce fan discounts on the racing star's latest merchandise including her diecast Indycar. In addition, the Danica Patrick Racing Store is currently showcasing brand new apparel for 2011. - July 11, 2011 - Retail Solutions Advisors
Sell Value First; Negotiate Deals Second: Bankers Learn How in Upcoming Webinar
Consulting and bank sales training firm Clarity Advantage to share strategies for positioning value in bank sales calls in a live webinar on July 19, 2011 entitled, Selling the Value of Bank Solutions. - July 11, 2011 - Clarity Advantage Corporation
Look Up - Mid-Priced Clients Want High Priced Amenities
Despite a recession and customers holding tight to their wallets, there has been a resurgence of interesting products on the high-end. - July 10, 2011 - Beasley & Henley Interior Design
Bartholomew Verdirame, Partner, Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft LLP to Speak at KC’s Recent Bankruptcy Court Decision Regarding IP Rights of Licensees from Foreign Owners
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Bartholomew Verdirame, Partner, Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Understanding the... - July 10, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
BKD Technologies Webinar: Migrate Data with Ease Using Data Porter in MAS 500
BKD Technologies is pleased to present a webinar to help Sage MAS 500 users become more familiar with Sage MAS 500’s Data Porter. - July 10, 2011 - BKD, LLP
Sonitrol Pacific Security Audio of Bang, Crash = Arrest
A Sonitrol Pacific audio-based security system detected a “bang and crash” at a Tacoma area medical facility and responding police arrested one suspect June 25. Monitoring operator Jessica Culver received the impact-activated alarm from Quantum Medical just before 4 a.m. and heard... - July 10, 2011 - Sound Security, Inc., dba Sonitrol Pacific
Local Software Engineer Returns Home to Nepal to Prove That Power is Knowledge
Seattle software engineer Tilak Pun sets out to establish solar power for a school in his native village in Nepal. The project will provide enough electricity to power a classroom of computers, opening up a world of educational and professional possibilities for the students of Shikha Secondary School. - July 09, 2011 - Knowledge Mosaic Inc.
William Hunteman, Former Senior Executive at the Department of Energy, Joins Planet Technologies
Planet Technologies, an award-winning technology consulting firm headquartered in Germantown, Maryland, announced today that William “Bill” Hunteman has joined the company as a Senior Advisor for Cyber Security Strategy. Bill will be leveraging his vast experience in cyber security,... - July 09, 2011 - Planet Technologies
Repeat Offender Caught by Sonitrol Pacific Audio Security
Sonitrol Pacific detected a break-in at a Puget Sound area recycling center and sent officers to catch the suspected burglar as he tried to escape July 6. Operator Joe Orsborn received an impact-activated audio alert from the break room of SP Recycling Corp. just after 2 a.m. He heard scraping... - July 09, 2011 - Sound Security, Inc., dba Sonitrol Pacific
Fourerr Outsourcing Presents Its New SEO
Thomas De Vos has become the new CEO at Fourerr, one of Fiverr’s duplicate sites. This family man brings new potential to this promising site as well as his keen business mind. Anyone can tell that Thomas’ heart and soul is in the company. - July 09, 2011 - Fourerr
Dr. Alexander A. Krakovsky is Selected by His Patients for the 2009 Compassionate Doctor Award
Dr. Krakovsky recently received an award for the Most Compassionate Doctor in 2009 in America. - July 08, 2011 - Penile Cosmetic Ctr.
MyReviewsNow Announces the Discover Card's Zero Percent Introductory Rate for 15 Months
In addition to its zero percent APR for 15 months, the Discover Card is currently offering five percent cash back bonuses for selected purchases along with no annual fee. - July 08, 2011 - Retail Solutions Advisors
Altium Group LLC Joint Venture with Lloyds of London
Altium Group LLC and Lloyds of London create a risk mitigation protection product for purchasers of life contingent structured settlement. - July 08, 2011 - Altium Group LLC
SANBlaze Announces Multi Terabyte PCIe to Solid-State Storage RTM for AdvancedTCA
ATCA® Rear Transition Modules from SanBlaze increase storage and flexibility. - July 08, 2011 - SANBlaze Technology
Lava Web Creations Help Kids Learn Through Play
The innovative team at Melbourne’s Lava Web Creations has recently wrapped up a unique project commissioned by the Victorian Government’s Department of Sustainability & Environment to educate school children on the use of ground water. - July 08, 2011 - Lava Web Creations
Lava Web Creations Designs a Virtual Museum, Which Pays Tribute to Unsung Nursing Heroes
The team at Melbourne’s Lava Web Creations have collaborated with the Royal District Nursing Service (RDNS) to create a virtual museum that pays tribute to Australia’s oldest provider of home nursing and healthcare services. - July 08, 2011 - Lava Web Creations
Stratus Building Solutions Coming to Lafayette, LA
Professional green building service provider Stratus Building Solutions opens new office in Lafayette, LA, in summer of 2011 to Shaun Steckler located at 315 S College Road, Suite 220 in Lafayette, LA, and available at (337) 376-0674. - July 08, 2011 - Stratus Building Solutions
Formic Media Team Achieves 100% Google Analytics Certification
Formic Media, Inc., a local search engine marketing agency focusing on small business, is pleased to announce that its entire team is now Google Analytics certified. Understanding the importance of proper certification, The Formic Media account team decided to become one of the first agencies in... - July 08, 2011 - Formic Media, Inc.
AnswerFirst Answering Service Negotiates with JJ Taylor Distributing to Provide Answering Services
AnswerFirst Communications, an international telephone answering service is negotiating with JJ Taylor Distributing to provide answering service solutions for their Tampa location. - July 08, 2011 - AnswerFirst
RationalPlan Project Management Software 3.22 is Available with Stronger Server Privacy Options
RationalPlan project management suite version 3.22 added support for custom roles and rights for its Project Server module and the possibility for users to work from different timezone locations world wide. More reporting capabilities, easier to use and more intuitive interface, improved Microsoft... - July 08, 2011 - Stand By Soft Ltd
Laeken International Releases Annual Business Achievements for 2010
Laeken International, which is among the world’s best commodity futures trading services providers, is happy to announce its annual business achievements for the year 2010. The annual report which covered trading activities from January to December 2010, highlighted effort of adding new products and services, successful opening of international offices, additional workforce and maintaining its robust position both in the commodities and foreign exchange global markets. - July 08, 2011 - Laeken International
GeoCommerce Enters Into Strategic Relationships
Privately held, GeoCommerce, Inc., an enterprising provider in commerce technology, announced today it is in the process of consummating strategic relationships to ensure their footing in the future of Consumer Identification and Authentication. - July 07, 2011 - GeoCommerce
Blue Wave Pool Products Announces PcPools Authorized Dealer of Arctic Armor Pool Covers
Pc Pools to Sell Arctic Armor above ground winter pool covers. - July 07, 2011 - PcPools
Award-Winning Australian Snack Company Slim Secrets™ Launches in UK
The snack aisle in the UK just got more interesting with the introduction of Slim Secrets™ snacks. Launched in 2005 in Australia, Slim Secrets have become a favourite among health, fitness and weight conscious snackers around the globe. The innovative Line of Snacks now available at Harvey Nichols and Online. - July 07, 2011 - slim secrets
Shield Your Tax Breaks with Income Protection Insurance - Rate Detective Gives Insider Tips
Income protection insurance is one of the few types of insurance that is deductible for ordinary wage earners. The ATO ruled in 2001 that because the premiums were designed to be "used in the production of assessable income," taxpayers were entitled to claim them as a deduction on their... - July 07, 2011 - Rate Detective
Japan Trading Operation Soon to Commence, Kaufmann-Rothstein International COO Says
After the successful opening of trading operations in Singapore, Kaufmann-Rothstein International, a leading international commodity futures brokerage trading firm, is now targeting another key market in Asia via Japan’s market. - July 07, 2011 - Kaufmann-Rothstein International
Ebusiness BPO, Inc. - Making New Milestones Post-Expansion
New large-scale accounts closed within six months; further expansion is underway for Cebu's fast growing BPO company. - July 07, 2011 - Ebusiness BPO, Inc.
Imagine8 Group Appoints Wardour And Oxford as Its Australian and US Business Development Agency
Imagine8 Group has appointed Wardour And Oxford as its business development agency, leading the acquisition of new clients and assignments. - July 07, 2011 - Wardour And Oxford
Accuro Releases Podcast Discussing Staffing Solutions
Podcast Shares Answers for Difficulties in Hiring Process - July 07, 2011 - The Accuro Group
Fuentek, LLC Technology Transfer Webinars Now Available on Video with Live Q&A
Webinars Discuss Using Social Media to Market Licensing Opportunities and Screening Technologies for Commercial Potential - July 07, 2011 - Fuentek, LLC
Wilson Marketing Group Releases the Seventh Article in the 2011 Business Insight Series – The Battle for Customers
The Business Insight Series of articles address the concerns of management of Business-to-Business companies in generation revenue and growth. The seventh article in the series is titled “The Battle for Customers.” - July 07, 2011 - Wilson Marketing Group, Inc.
IDGI, Inc. Expands for the Second Time in the Past Sixteen Months
IDGI is proud to announce it has expanded to a third location this year. The company now has three locations and represents clients in four states. - July 07, 2011 - IDGI, Inc.
IDGI, Inc. Gets Recognized for Outstanding Results in the Past Twelve Months
IDGI, Inc. was invited to a national client conference in Nashville, TN where the company was recognized for outstanding work over the last year. The company expanded to a third location this year and represents market shares in 4 states. - July 07, 2011 - IDGI, Inc.
IDGI, Inc. Celebrates Three Years of Successful Business
IDGI, Inc. celebrates three successful years of business. Since inception, the company has expanded a third location and now covers clients in four states. - July 07, 2011 - IDGI, Inc.
Godwin Ronquillo PC Welcomes Former Judge Marilea Lewis as Of Counsel to Head Family Law Area
Godwin Ronquillo PC, a Texas trial and appellate firm with offices in Dallas and Houston, is announcing that Former Judge Marilea Lewis has joined as Of Counsel and will be heading the Family Law Litigation practice. - July 06, 2011 - Godwin Lewis PC
Big Poppa Smokers Launches New Website Developed by HATHWAY
Big Poppa Smokers launched a completely reinvented online presence and social commerce website designed and developed by HATHWAY, a San Luis Obispo-based web marketing agency. Serving as Big Poppa Smokers’ lead digital agency, HATHWAY created bigpopppasmokers.com as a cooking community with... - July 06, 2011 - HATHWAY
Nottingham Trent University Improves Management Information with Intuitive Dashboards
Nottingham Trent University (www.ntu.ac.uk) today announced that it is implementing Intuitive Dashboards, the advanced business intelligence (BI) solution from Intuitive Business Intelligence (www.intuitivebusinessintelligence.com), to improve the quality and responsiveness of their management... - July 06, 2011 - Intuitive Business Intelligence Limited
New Temkin Group Research Finds That Apple Delivers Best Experience for Computer Buyers, But HP and Dell Are Not Far Behind
Study of More Than 800 Computer Buyers Shows That Apple Delivers Best Experience Across New Computer Purchase Process, with Largest Gap in Customer Service - July 06, 2011 - Temkin Group
iMedia Brand Summit Launches in India
iMedia Brand Summit is an invite- only platform that brings together Sr. Brand Marketers with significant online budgets to collaborate with their peers and cutting edge digital solution providers. - July 06, 2011 - ad:tech Bangalore
Orlando Interactive Digital Agency Xcellimark Recognized as One of the Largest Digital Media and Film Production Companies in Orlando
Xcellimark was recently recognized as one of the Largest Digital Media and Film Production Companies in Orlando by the Orlando Business Journal after having won several awards from the OBJ in 2010. - July 05, 2011 - Xcellimark
Orlando Mortgage Lender FBC Releases Central Florida Mortgage Report for May
Orlando mortgage lender FBC recently released their Central Florida Mortgage Report for May 2011. All of the data contained in the report is compiled from financed properties located in Orange, Seminole, Volusia, Osceola and Lake Counties and excludes condos and distressed properties unable to... - July 05, 2011 - FBC Mortgage