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Visix Upgrades Training Package with Expanded Courses and Improved Materials
Visix, Inc. has upgraded its training services to offer clients an expanded course schedule and improved training materials. The change is based on customer surveys and interviews and supports the company’s philosophy of continuous improvement to build a strong brand community. - March 02, 2011 - Visix, Inc.
DIDX Shares Success of SIP DID Marketplace with Full Canadian Footprint at Radically Low Price
Direct inward dialing is an integral part of successful VoIP communications business. The challenge is access to a domestic and international footprint for a mobile society. Price, codec conversion, SIP trunks, caller ID, SMS-capability, and pleasing the SMB and consumers with phone numbers for... - March 02, 2011 - Super Technologies, Inc. DIDX
VeriSign Partner Program Secures Huge Profits for theSSLstore.com
When it comes to reseller and affiliate programs for SSL certificates, customer experience and education are the keys to profitability in a very crowded and competitive marketplace. - March 02, 2011 - The SSL Store
Dundee & Angus Chamber of Commerce's Transatlantic Collaboration
Dundee & Angus Chamber join forces with Dundee's sister city of Alexandria in the USA to host a networking event across the Atlantic. - March 02, 2011 - Dundee & Angus Chamber of Commerce
Akesios Becomes an Official Microsoft Advertising AdCenter Reseller
Akesios today announced its collaboration with Microsoft Advertising to resell adCenter to its channel sales partners. Akesios provides its Ad-Direction technology and its large distribution network to large and small publishers to enable them to sell the high quality leads to local businesses at... - March 02, 2011 - Akesios Search Analytics Ltd
Significant Cost Reductions Can be Achieved with ISG Technology’s Multisourcing Solutions
The different Multisourcing solutions are based on ISG technology providing clients with experienced people, high quality premises, facilities and administrative support. - March 02, 2011 - ISG technology
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webcast Accounting for and Taxing Executive Compensation/Bonuses Best Practices
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: “Accounting for and Taxing Executive Compensation/Bonuses Best Practices” This two-hour event is scheduled... - March 02, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
WSI Net Power Wins SME Award for the "Best Business in Marketing and Promotions"
Ms. Muna Hassan Ali Saleh, the CEO of WSI Net Power, the leading Internet marketing consultants in Dubai UAE has been announced the winner of the "Best Business in Marketing and Promotions" of the 6th edition of "Mohammed Bin Rashid Award for Young Business Leaders." The... - March 02, 2011 - WSI Net Power
James Weeks of Fenton Named as Vistage Michigan Group Chair
Weeks will act as the advisor, mentor, and business coach to his group - March 02, 2011 - Vistage Michigan
Level Up Leadership Releases Podcast on How to Improve the Management Process
President Joy Stroud Ruhmann Relates Einstein’s Concept of Insanity to Modern Management Practices - March 02, 2011 - Level Up Leadership
Halle A. Norris Promoted to VP of Manufacturing
Halle A. Norris Promoted to Vice President of Lauren Manufacturing - March 01, 2011 - Lauren Manufacturing
Custom Software Development Firm Creates New Anti-Offshoring Group
New "No Offshoring" group promotes the benefits of employing US based software professionals as opposed to their offshore counterparts. - March 01, 2011 - Surge Consulting Group
Domainer Rick Waters of Webcast1 Speaks at the Rocky Mountain Domain Conference
Rocky Mountain Domain Conference in Denver highlights timely information on domain issues from Google's recent algorithm changes to the new gTLD domain name extensions - March 01, 2011 - Webcast1
Political Unrest in the Middle East Causes Oil Prices to Rise Dramatically in the Latest News of Energy Digital
In an interview with Energy Digital, an insider of the Middle East explains the tension that is causing oil prices to rise, while leaving countries to re-think their offshore positions. Oil controversies have made constant news beginning in the early 1900s. Having most of the world’s... - March 01, 2011 - WDM Group
White Digital Media’s Freddie Pierce Promoted to Director of Interactive Media
Two months after being hired as graphic designer, the artist proves he’s ready for more - March 01, 2011 - WDM Group
Security Grade Chain Link Fence Proves Most Effective in Deterring and Delaying Intruders
According to The Tested and Proven Performance of Security Grade Chain Link Fence Systems (2010), published by the Chain Link Fence Manufacturers Institute (CLFMI), select security grades of chain link fence significantly outperformed competing fence systems in deterring and delaying intruders in... - March 01, 2011 - Long Fence
White Digital Media Promotes Chad Recchia to Global Director of Marketing
Recchia will advance the marketing efforts of the company to boost their global presence - March 01, 2011 - WDM Group
California STEM Learning Network Appoints Christopher Roe as New CEO
Roe will lead effort to increase California's capacity to provide high-quality learning opportunities for all students in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. - March 01, 2011 - California STEM Learning Network
Print That Email, Save a Tree? Print On Demand's Conscientious Green Practices Challenging Old Eco-Dogma
Even printing can be more green and eco-friendly. Print On Demand takes environmental matters into their own hands in Melbourne, which include an array of environmentally friendly printing practices. - March 01, 2011 - Print On Demand
Virtual City Radio, Inc is Sponsoring Talent Showcase in Midtown New York
Talent Showcase Label Submit is to provide more exposure for unsigned music artist in hopes to get them signed to a major record label. - February 28, 2011 - IN THE VIRTUAL CITY INC dba 2 HOT 4 AIRWAVES
CKE Restaurants, Inc. Selects BoeFly to Assist Its Franchisees in Obtaining Bank Financing
Leading restaurant franchisor, parent company of Hardee’s and Carl’s Jr. to offer BoeFly’s Concierge Team Services to its franchisees nationwide. - February 28, 2011 - BoeFly
Trupanion Pet Insurance Expands to Connecticut
Dog and cat owners in Connecticut now have a new option when it comes to pet insurance. - February 28, 2011 - Trupanion
Success Beyond the Finishing Line - SMC University and Marussia Virgin Racing Team Up
Swiss based premier online education provider SMC University is pleased to announce that it has sealed a long-term partnership with the Marussia Virgin Racing Formula One Team. - February 28, 2011 - SMC University
Beacon Insurance Group, Inc. 2010 Award Supplier of the Year
South Carolina Hospitality Association Announces 2010 Industry Awards - February 28, 2011 - Beacon Insurance Group, Inc.
LoyaltyMatch OnDemand and Customer Connect Loyalty Sign Reseller Agreement to Expand Into Europe
Ireland-based Customer Connect Loyalty newest reseller of LoyaltyMatch OnDemand Software as a Service platform - February 28, 2011 - LoyaltyMatch.com
Employee Trust is Harder to Earn in the Corner Office – But It Matters – A Lot
Employees are much more likely to trust their immediate managers than senior executives reports a global workplace study by consulting firm BlessingWhite. In North America, 72% say they trust their managers compared to 52% who say they trust their organization’s top tier of leaders. - February 28, 2011 - BlessingWhite
MD Now Urgent Care Walk-In Medical Centers, Continues Its Clinics Growth and Further Expansion of Healthcare Services in Palm Beach County, Florida Area
MD Now Medical Centers, Inc. the largest provider of Urgent Care, Corporate, Employer and Occupational Healthcare services, including Workers Comp Injury care, in Palm Beach County, Florida, is proud to announce that they are continuing to expand medical facilities and grow healthcare services. MD... - February 27, 2011 - MD Now Urgent Care
Romance Home Party Company Brown Bag Party Releases Instinctively Yours Pheromone Attractant
Brown Bag Party today released their custom blended pheromone attractant Domestic Diva’s Instinctively Yours. "The best thing about Domestic Diva’s Instinctively Yours is that it becomes You when you wear it so it's different for everyone. Try it and you'll find out!" - February 27, 2011 - Brown Bag Party Inc.
Feather Extensions - Fashion Forward Hair Stylist Amy Appleton, of Salon Kismet, Introduces a Bold New Style and Flair to Phoenix, Arizona
Amy Appleton brought you Bling Strings, and now she offers her clientele the latest hair accessory sweeping across the country, feather extensions, adding flair that only nature could design. - February 27, 2011 - Amy Appleton Hair Design
Mark Fitzpatrick, Assurance Partner, Moss Adams LLP to Speak at KC’s Adopting IFRS: Implications on Private Companies Live Webcast
Mark Fitzpatrick, Assurance Partner, Moss Adams LLP to Speak at KC’s Adopting IFRS: Implications on Private Companies Live Webcast. The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Mark Fitzpatrick,... - February 27, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
CIO Canada Summit Announces Final Agenda Details
The CIO Canada Summit team announced today the final agenda details for the upcoming technology event, February 27 – March 2, 2011 at the Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth, Montreal, Quebec. The CIO Canada Summit will bring together more than 50 CIOs and technology executives to network with... - February 27, 2011 - CDM Media
Marketech Changes Name to marketech360
Leader in trade show staff training and performance measurement has adopted new name and logo that more effectively communicate the company's integrated 360 degree approach to continuous improvement. - February 27, 2011 - marketech360
National Office Systems-SYSTEMATICS Expands Into New York Region
National Office Systems-SYSTEMATICS today named sales veteran Tom Carmody to coordinate the firm’s growth in the New York region. - February 27, 2011 - National Office Systems
Toyoda Gosei Australia Provides Solutions to the OEM Industry by Implementing Efficient Strategies to Manufacture Body Sealing & Safety Systems
In the latest issue of Business Review Australia, the continuous improvement strategies of Toyoda Gosei Australia are explored. Since its inception over 70 years ago, Toyoda Gosei Australia has evolved from serving military manufacturing requirements during World War II to now manufacturing safety... - February 26, 2011 - WDM Group
CPX Interactive Debuts New 'Operating System' Messaging
Global Online Ad Network Leverages 'OS' Analogy to Describe Market Position - February 26, 2011 - CPXi
Scott Liebenberg, General Manager of U.S. Operations for IDEAL Welding Systems, Speaks on Being a Global Leader in the Welding Industry
In a report in Business Review USA, Scott Liebenberg, General Manager of U.S. Operations for IDEAL Welding Systems, speaks on the company’s continuous improvement strategies and global operations of its automated resistance welding offerings. Lippstadt Germany based IDEAL-Werk C & E... - February 26, 2011 - WDM Group
William Douglass, Vice President of Operations for Lexington Steel Corporation, Speaks on Its History of Distributing Flat Rolled Steel Products
In a report in Business Review USA, William Douglass, Vice President of Operations for Lexington Steel Corporation, speaks on the company’s uniqueness in the industry and naturally green business strategies. Illinois-based Lexington Steel Corporation, established in 1968, is a full line... - February 26, 2011 - WDM Group
CFO Thinus Mulder of Dark Fibre Africa Talks Finance and Building Carrier Neutral Open Access Ducting Infrastructures
Dark Fibre Africa provides an open access network commissioned by licensed telecom and internet operators. Dark Fibre Africa (DFA) started rolling out its network in metropolitan areas in October 2007. The company was established by Community Investment Ventures CIV, Remgro, ABSA Capital and CMD... - February 26, 2011 - WDM Group
Victorian and Queensland Flood Victims Ignored by Insurers Get a Lifeline Through VMG
Smaller Mortgage lenders such as Victorian Mortgage Group are stepping up to offer Australian victims of flooding and other natural disasters a lifeline when they need it most. - February 26, 2011 - Victorian Mortgage Group
Leading Gunsmith of Missouri, Carl Jarl Group, Now Affiliated with Davidson’s Inc.
As one of the finest gunsmithing businesses in the Midwest, the next step for Carl Jarl Group was to become affiliated with one of the largest and most progressive firearm wholesalers in America, Davidson’s Inc. Carl Jarl’s full-service Firearm Division is one of four divisions from... - February 26, 2011 - Carl Jarl Group
Chemplast Sanmar Wins Prize for Its Industrial Garden
The Puducherry Government awarded Chemplast Sanmar’s, Karaikal plant 1st prize for its “Industrial Garden,” at the recent Flower Show. This is the 7th time this plant has won such an award in recent years, proving commitment to environment. - February 26, 2011 - sanmar group
The 7 Deadliest Sins of Leadership & Workplace Communication with Workplace Communication Expert Skip Weisman on Internet Radio Show
Renowned communication expert, Skip Weisman, of Weisman Success Resources, Inc., is special guest on The Real World Leaders Institute's weekly internet radio show on March 2nd being interviewed about “The 7 Deadliest Sins of Leadership & Workplace Communication” - a hot topic of conversation in today's challenging economy. - February 26, 2011 - Weisman Success Resources, Inc.
Group of Six Employees from Avionte Files Suit Against Paperless Staffing for Alleged Violation of the FCRA
A group of six individuals filed a Fair Credit Reporting Act complaint in United States District Court against ARA Inc, dba Paperless Staffing on February 14, 2011. The complaint alleges Paperless Staffing pulled at least ten personal credit reports on these individuals without their authorization... - February 25, 2011 - Avionte Staffing Software
HealthyFeetStore.com a Shoe Donation Drop-off Site for Give Your Sole Charity
HealthyFeetStore.com, an online store that sells orthopedic shoe and foot care products, has begun a partnership with the charity Give Your Sole to collect gently used athletic shoes and hand them out to local shelters. HealthyFeetStore.com's administrative office in San Diego is a shoe donation drop-off site. - February 25, 2011 - HealthyFeetStore.com
Telling the Truth Gives Power: Massachusetts Private Investigator & Creator of "Seven Signs of Lying" CD, Michael A. Coller, Speaks to the Media about Truth & Lies
Private Investigator Michael A. Coller now publicly speaks out on how to detect lies and urges people to tell the truth. “It is only human to lie. However, in this economy, the number of liars are rapidly increasing. People need money and will do anything to get it, even if it means conning a senior citizen or stealing from an employer,” says Coller. - February 25, 2011 - MAC Investigations
Indianapolis Attorney Joan Champagne Featured in New Book
Indianapolis attorney, Joan E. Champagne, of White and Champagne law firm, featured in new book entitled Single.Women.Entrepreneurs. - February 25, 2011 - White and Champagne
Corporate Traffic Launches Managed-Less-Than-Truckload (M-LTL) Service
Corporate Traffic created new department to direct this service, expecting it to double in 2011 - February 25, 2011 - Corporate Traffic
IEEE GLOBECOM 2011 to Focus on “Energizing Global Communications” from December 5 – 9 in Houston, Texas
“Call for Papers” for Premier International Event Ends March 1, 2011 - February 25, 2011 - IEEE Communications Society
Mobile Gift Cards Increase Gift Card Sales for Small Businesses
Small businesses gaining an edge with new technology. - February 25, 2011 - Smart Transaction Systems
Unique Broadband Systems Ltd Expands Its Product Line
Unique Broadband System Ltd. (UBS), a major developer of COFDM technology and applications, is launching a new product line with the introduction of a COFDM Signal Analyzer. The first release of the digital Signal Analyzer is capable of testing a wide range of waveforms such as DVB-T, DVB-H, CMMB,... - February 25, 2011 - Unique Broadband Systems Ltd.