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Maxed Out Author/Director Calls on Obama to Nominate Elizabeth Warren to Head Financial Reform
"Maxed Out" Author/Filmmaker James Scurlock calls on President Obama to nominate Elizabeth Warren to head Financial Reform Body. Elizabeth Warren starred in Scurlock's award winning 2007 documentary on debt. - July 16, 2010 - James Scurlock
TheeDesign Studio Moving to a New Home, Expanding Studio Rental Services
Raleigh-based internet marketing company TheeDesign Studio has announced plans to move headquarters to a new office off of Glenwood Avenue in Raleigh, NC. - July 16, 2010 - TheeDesign Studio
Online Think Tank Utilizes College Students to Solve World's Toughest Problems
NoodleStorm.com is a new website that enables organizations of all types to get their toughest problems solved by college students from around the world. - July 16, 2010 - NoodleStorm
London Libraries Consortium Uses RFID for Self-Service, Stock Management and Extended Opening
Benefits to libraries of RFID includes: Quicker stock taking, frees up librarians from admin-heavy tasks to have more interaction with library users etc. Increase opening hours. - July 16, 2010 - London Libraries Consortium
In 2009, 4flow AG Once Again Recorded a Significant Revenue Growth
4flow looks back on ten successful years of business - July 16, 2010 - 4flow AG
Daimer®'s 8400-Class Steam Cleaners Kill Dangerous MRSA Germs
Eight new KleenJet® machines support a variety of power options and disinfect -- even tough drug-resistant staphylococcus. - July 16, 2010 - Daimer Industries, Inc.
Michael Laurim Strengthens Actano's Management Board
With immediate effect, Michael Laurim is appointed as Managing Director to strengthen corporate management at Actano, Germany's largest vendor of project management software. In this position, he will assume responsibility for Product and Professional Services. - July 16, 2010 - ACTANO GmbH
Levi & Korsinsky, LLP Investigates Possible Breach of Fiduciary Duty by the Board of NBTY, Inc. - NTY
Levi & Korsinsky is investigating the Board of Directors of NBTY, Inc. ("NBTY" or the "Company") (NYSE: NTY) for possible breaches of fiduciary duty and other violations of state law in connection with their attempt to sell the Company to The Carlyle Group... - July 15, 2010 - Levi & Korsinsky, LLP
Levi & Korsinsky, LLP Investigates Possible Breach of Fiduciary Duty by the Board of Nymagic Inc. - NYM
Levi & Korsinsky is investigating the Board of Directors of Nymagic Inc. ("Nymagic" or the "Company") (NYSE: NYM) for possible breaches of fiduciary duty and other violations of state law in connection with their attempt to sell the Company to ProSight Specialty Insurance... - July 15, 2010 - Levi & Korsinsky, LLP
Total Mortgage Services Launches Wholesale Lending Platform in 17 States
Total Mortgage Services launches wholesale residential mortgage lending platform, TMS Funding across 17 states to offer mortgage brokers greater choice, service, efficiency and some of the lowest mortgage rates available in order to help them quickly meet the needs of their clients. - July 15, 2010 - Total Mortgage
Bluespring Announces Release 5.0 of Bluespring BPM Suite
New Generation of Popular Business Process Management (BPM) Software Fully Leverages Microsoft Technology, Streamlines Solution Design, and Provides the Framework for BPA and BPM Integration - July 15, 2010 - Bluespring Software
Staffing Software Provider Delivers Firms a Fully Synchronized Staffing Experience with Avionté v2010
The next wave of Avionté Staffing Software products and enhancements offer stronger process management and efficiency tools enabling clients to do more, in one place and in less time. - July 14, 2010 - Avionte Staffing Software
Combi® USA Launches New Swing with Remote Control
The travel-sized Yurikago Swing with remote control offers parents convenience. - July 14, 2010 - Combi USA
Indianapolis Company Receives $750,000 for U.S. DOD Contract
Wolf Technical Services, Inc. is awarded a contract to develop a sensor system that enables detection of anomalously loaded vehicles. - July 14, 2010 - Wolf Technical Services
With a Recession in Other Countries, ActionCOACHAustralia.com Aims to Help Businesses Steer Clear of Trouble
ActionCOACH, the world’s number one business coaching firm finds ways to add to the Nation’s success with the relaunch of ActionCOACHAustralia.com. - July 14, 2010 - ActionCOACH
Pete Lisoskie Launches beLocal, an Online Marketing Solution for Small Business
New Service Increases Traffic to Local Businesses Through Placement in Specified Local Geographic Locations on Page One of Google Maps. - July 14, 2010 - beLocal LLC
Miller Heiman Expands to India Through Partnership with Sales Principles
Miller Heiman (http://www.millerheiman.com) today announced continued global expansion to the Indian subcontinent through a partnership with Sales Principles (http://www.salesprinciples.in) to distribute its portfolio of sales performance solutions. This expands Miller Heiman's delivery... - July 14, 2010 - Sales Principles
Unbound Medicine Adds Grasp™ Study System to Unbound™ Platform - Technology Update Features New Capabilities for Mobile and Web
Unbound Medicine, a leader in knowledge management solutions for healthcare, today announced enhancements to the Unbound™ Platform highlighted by the addition of a customizable study system, Grasp™. Grasp is an innovative mobile and web study solution that uses a proven learning method... - July 13, 2010 - Unbound Medicine
Iconic Tsunami is Proud to Bring Consumers the FACEMATE™ Monitor Accessory
Iconic Tsunami proudly announces their innovative monitor accessory: FACEMATE™. FACEMATE™ provides consumers with a monitor accessory with practical functionality, while having aesthetically pleasing value for personal customization. Consumers can now turn their monitor into their personal billboard. - July 13, 2010 - Iconic Tsunami, LLC
Defective Drywall Training Seminar Set for New Orleans, Training Provided by the Building Envelope Science Institute
The Building Envelope Science Institute (BESI) is a specialized institute dedicated to the advancement of education, specifically designed for the construction industry. BESI’s first major contribution to the industry is providing a solution to the Chinese “defective or corrosive”... - July 13, 2010 - Building Envelope Science Institute
Texas Right of Way Associates Opens Their Eagle Ford Shale Office
TRWA Inc. (Texas Right of Way Associates) announced today that they opened their new Eagle Ford Shale office in San Antonio, Texas. Texas Right of Way Associates (TRWA, Inc) is based in Fort Worth, Texas. "TRWA, a right of way acquisitions and land survey firm will be offering Right of Way... - July 13, 2010 - TRWA, Inc.
Bryan Kemper Named CEO of TriPower
TriPower today announced the appointment of Bryan Kemper as TriPower’s CEO effective immediately. Kemper replaces Seth Buechley who has accepted a role directing SOLiD Technologies U.S. operations. Kemper joined TriPower in 2002. He has managed the growth of TriPower’s in-building... - July 13, 2010 - TriPower Group, Inc.
The New Revive Energy Mint Scam Blog from Revive Franchising - Sito Marketing LLC
Thinking about buying a business opportunity or franchise? Check out Sito Marketing, LLC and Revive Franchising Scam tip blog before - July 13, 2010 - Revive Energy Mints Franchise - Revive Franchising, LLC
OinkADoodleMoo Soon to be Franchising
OinkADoodleMoo will be franchising in towns throughout the Midwest. This Fast Casual restaurant focuses on a Smoky BBQ dine-in or carry-out family friendly concept. - July 13, 2010 - Francorp
i4cp Membership Reaches All-Time High
Record growth pace continues in second quarter as Fortune 500 companies join i4cp membership - July 13, 2010 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
Greg Case, CEO of Aon Corporation, Talks About the Business of Global Risk Management on the CEO Show with Robert Reiss
Greg Case, CEO of Aon Corporation, talks about the risk management, the rise of aggregate risk levels and their complexity, and the importance of communication that allow Aon to understand its client’s needs. Additionally, Case dialogs on The CEO Show with Robert Reiss on building a corporation with global capabilities, using leadership to deliver value to the client, the role of management in serving clients and the business colleagues within Aon. - July 13, 2010 - Reissource, LLC
Popfax.com Introduces Its New Interactive Web Interface
Popfax.com presents its new design with increased number of faxing options and optimized graphical interface. Now, end-users can benefit from more simple and enjoyable process of online faxing. - July 12, 2010 - Popesco
PulseJFK.com Opens NYC Office and Appoints Kaitlin Wood as Editor in Chief for NYC Events
PulseJFK, the go-to spot for top NYC restaurants, events, deals, and more – has opened its Manhattan office and appointed Kaitlin Wood as Editor in Chief. In her role, Wood will be responsible for acquiring and maintaining all site content, overseeing the company blog, and community management. Founded in 2010, PulseJFK is the premier website for finding any NYC event or deal worth noting. - July 12, 2010 - PulseJFK
Innovate the Future, by David Croslin, Enables Smart Companies to Innovate Consistently and Competitively via Step-by-Step Method; Demystifies Innovation Process
David Croslin, holder of 25 patents and former Chief Technologist at Hewlett-Packard, has provided in his new book, Innovate the Future, a repeatable innovation process that will allow companies to quickly develop highly competitive and disruptive innovations without increased risk or expense. The book is currently being read by executives at leading companies including ATT, Verizon, Alcatel-Lucent, ITT, HP and many others. - July 12, 2010 - Innovate the Future, Inc.
Achieving Success Through Franchising with Franchise Beacon
Club Tabby business owners are extremely happy with the explosive expansion and expertise Franchise Beacon offers. - July 12, 2010 - Franchise Beacon LLC
Digital Vidya to Organize Its 11th Hands-on Social Media Marketing Workshop in Delhi on July 16, 17
Digital Vidya is organizing its 11th two days hands-on workshop on Social Media Marketing for Businesses in Delhi on July 16 and 17, 2010. - July 11, 2010 - Digital Vidya
Plus One Partners Lends Helping Hand for WakeMed Children’s Hospital
Prominent Triangle sales consulting firm co-sponsors golf event raising over $65,000 - July 11, 2010 - Plus One Partners
Berkheimer Outsourcing Continues Growth
Berkheimer Outsourcing, Inc, www.work2berk.com, a leading provider of Document Process Outsourcing solutions, announces the expansion of its headquarters building. - July 10, 2010 - Berkheimer Outsourcing
GIA Attains Gold Certified Partner Status in Microsoft Partner Program
Global Intelligence Alliance (GIA), a global strategic market intelligence and advisory group, announces that it has attained Gold Certified Partner status after a rigorous audit and evaluation process through the Microsoft Partner Program. GIA is the only strategic market intelligence and advisory... - July 10, 2010 - Global Intelligence Alliance Group
Local Equine Attorney Reappointed to Wellington’s Equestrian Preserve Committee
Donald P. Dufresne, Esq., partner at Greenspoon Marder, P.A., has been reappointed by Wellington Vice Mayor Matt Willhite to serve on Wellington’s Equestrian Preserve Committee. His two-year appointment beginning on June 10, 2010 will run through May 31, 2012. He currently serves as the... - July 09, 2010 - Greenspoon Marder
Medical Management, LLC Selects Kareo as Medical Billing Software Solution
Kareo medical billing software and Medical Management, LLC, a leading national medical billing service, are pleased to announce that Medical Management, LLC has selected Kareo as its medical billing software solution. - July 09, 2010 - Kareo
Novi Systems Releases Version 3 of Its NoviSurvey Survey Software Package
Novi Systems, a leading provider of questionnaire software has announced the release of version 3 of its NoviSurvey survey software. Version 3 of the survey system includes many new features and enhancements that strengthen NoviSurvey’s position as an enterprise class survey tool. “We... - July 09, 2010 - Novi Systems
MSW Expands Into Florida
Greg Lyons joins MSW as it establishes operations in Florida - July 09, 2010 - MarketScout Corporation
Francorp Client Amazing Spaces Sells First Franchise
Amazing Spaces, a high end storage company, makes room by selling their first franchise. These storage centers provide top of the line secure facilities designed to provide individuals and businesses alike with customizable storage solutions. - July 09, 2010 - Francorp
Johan Haasbroek Looks Forward to Helping Businesses Achieve Their Goals as an ActionCOACH
Johan Haasbroek is the newest ActionCOACH in Namibia. - July 09, 2010 - ActionCOACH
GIA Predicts Six Trends That Will Shape Brazil’s Consumer and Retail Companies Industry
Global Intelligence Alliance (GIA), a global strategic market intelligence and advisory group, has released a bulletin that predicts six trends that will shape Brazil’s consumer and retail market. Success in Brazil today may not mean success tomorrow. To secure their futures, consumer and... - July 09, 2010 - Global Intelligence Alliance Group
The Aldridge Group Marks First Anniversary with New Brand Identity and Internet Presence
The Aldridge Group introduces new logo and web site to better serve clients seeking employee assessment, employee training and executive coaching services. - July 09, 2010 - The Aldridge Group
Expanding His Coaching Abilities, Clive Sury is the Newest ActionCOACH Business Coach
Once a coach for the automotive industry, Clive Sury is expanding his career to coach small business owners with ActionCOACH England. - July 09, 2010 - ActionCOACH
Media Invited to Debate on Pending Immigration Law July 17 at Golden Key's International Summit in Scottsdale AZ
Golden Key International Honour Society will host a panel discussion on the controversial Arizona Senate Bill 1070 on Saturday, July 17, as part of its annual International Summit. The discussion will be held at the Westin Kierland Resort & Spa in Scottsdale, Ariz., with Joe Arpaio, Sheriff of Maricopa County; Paul Knost, criminal defense lawyer; and Ben Miranda, House of Representatives District 16. - July 08, 2010 - Golden Key International Honour Society
Playing the Consumer Gives Business Owners Insight Into Customer Relationships Management
Queens Chamber Hosts Free Seminar on Winning New Customers and Keeping Present Ones How quickly we forget. Business owners who expect to be treated as valued customers when spending their hard earned dollars are often the biggest offenders when it comes to treating their own customers with... - July 08, 2010 - access.office inc.
Building Envelope Science Institute Heads to New Orleans with Defective Drywall Training Seminar
The certification program offered through the Institute (BESI) instructs and trains licensed and approved state contractors in the remediation of defective or corrosive drywall. The program offers certification for inspectors, consultants, project managers, and remediation contractors. - July 08, 2010 - Building Envelope Science Institute
Three Thieves Thwarted by Sonitrol Pacific Audio Security
Security audio of “three solid thunks” and voices led a Sonitrol Pacific operator to dispatch sheriff’s deputies, allowing them to arrest three would-be copper thieves July 3. Operator Jessica Culver received the impact-activated audio sensor alert from Snohomish County Sandhill... - July 08, 2010 - Sound Security, Inc., dba Sonitrol Pacific
WSI Franchisees in Colombia Now Have an Area Representative
Local Franchisees Will Have an Additional Business Support Channel through a WSI Area Rep. - July 08, 2010 - WSI Internet
Source-Omega’s Pure One Untouched by Seawater Pollution, Not Now, Not Ever
For years, the lack of fish odor or reflux taste has led many people to microalgae oil instead of fish oil as a source for omega-3s. Another feature of microalgae oil is now more important than ever — it is not touched by any ocean, now or ever. - July 07, 2010 - Source-Omega
Aly Cook - Nominee for New Zealand Female Country Artist of the Year 2010
Tasman Singer-Songwriter Aly Cook is one of 3 final nominee for New Zealand Female Country Artist of the Year 2010. Aly features other kiwi artists on her own growing weekly live webcast on http://www.kiwisofa.tv. After raising US$20k on Sellaband.com. Aly has been recording her debut album "Brand New Day" with Top Kiwi Producer Alan Jansson. The title track boasts a guest vocal from Kiwi music icon Sharon O'Neill & Many other high profile musicians appear on the forthcoming album. - July 07, 2010 - alycook