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Grimes Employee Named Transportation Person of the Year
Lynne Cox of The Grimes Companies has been named Transportation Person of the Year 2009 by the Transportation Club of Jacksonville. Cox, Safety Supervisor for Grimes, was honored for her commitment as a Board Member of the Transportation Club of Jacksonville (TCOJ) and her willingness to take... - February 11, 2010 - Total Distribution, Inc.
Launch of eGaming Affiliate System Software (EGASS)
Online software development company Network Media Services has announced the launch of their eGaming Affiliate System Software (EGASS), a new and innovative turnkey business system, aimed at empowering the new generation of egaming operator with a powerful affiliate marketing solution. - February 11, 2010 - Network Media Services Ltd
Business Development Asia LLC Promotes Staff in Hong Kong, Mumbai, New York, Seoul and Shanghai
BDA has promoted bankers across the firm, as the crossborder M&A markets recover sharply - February 11, 2010 - BDA Partners Ltd
March Webcast on New Lean Six Sigma Belt Certification Standard
On March 10, 2010, MoreSteam.com will host an unprecedented live Webcast to discuss the need for a rigorous, third-party global certification standard for Lean Six Sigma. The candid, one-hour conversation will center on the new certification standards published in 2010 by the Center for Operational Excellence (COE) at The Ohio State University. Three speakers, representing the viewpoints of academia, business, and training providers, will discuss the benefits of the new COE standards. - February 11, 2010 - MoreSteam.com
"SaaS" Model in DEAC Data Centers Increases the Safety and Reliability of Business
The Baltic largest data center operator – IT company DEAC has started to deploy data center infrastructure to provide full-scale “SaaS” model operation for the European companies – providing software and data center’s resources rental. "SaaS" is one of the IT strategies for any segment of small and medium business, which considers the creation of a secure and reliable IT infrastructure. - February 11, 2010 - Digital Economy Advancement Center
Casey Container Corp. (SWDE-OTCBB) Acquires Rights to New EcoPure™ Technology, Offers Biodegradable Plastic Containers to Food, Beverage, Pharma Industries
Casey Container Corp. announces name change from Sawadee Ventures, Inc, and adds three new board members to open its first U.S. plant in 2010. - February 11, 2010 - Casey Container Corp.
WorldClips.TV - Now It's Free
www.WorldClips.TV is now offering 5000 broadcast quality stock footage video clips from 50 world location by direct download totally Free. The business model has been changed to an advertiser sponsored website. WorldClips.TV has provided stock footage for Oprah, The Late Late Show, 48 Hours, Wheel of Fortune and hundreds of other program and video producers. - February 11, 2010 - WorldClips.TV Free Stock Footage
inXitu’s Cost Effective XRD/XRF Now Available for Aluminum Smelting "Bath Ratio" Analysis
Following the introduction of BTX in mid 2009, inXitu now offers a tailored version, creating the world’s most cost effective XRD/XRF analysis tool for the smelting industry. - February 11, 2010 - inXitu
Danvers, MA Builds Out the Smart Grid with NorthStar Utilities Solutions' MeterSense
Danvers, MA has selected NorthStar Utilities Solutions' MeterSense meter data management software as part of their Smart Grid Investment Grant. Danvers team will leverage MeterSense's meter data management capabilities to import, validate and analyze electric and water/sewer grid data, and deliver timely and accurate billing information to its Customer Information System. - February 11, 2010 - NorthStar Utilities Solutions
Experience the Fifth-Generation Toyota 4runner at Carson Toyota
All-new 2010 version of mid-sized SUV available in six models. - February 11, 2010 - carson toyota
RFID Linen & Uniform Management System Installed by FOUNDATION LogicSystems at the Fairmont Pacific Rim Vancouver Just in Time for the Winter Olympics
FOUNDATION LogicSystems has installed their Linen & Uniform Management Software Systems at the new Fairmont Pacific Rim Vancouver using the New Fujitsu UHF RFID Technology. The Fairmont now has the technology in place to track over 35,000 linens, towels, tablecloths, bathrobes and uniforms. They can now reduce their labor costs by eliminating time consuming manual tasks and also reduce their investment in inventory because they will know where every item is at any given point in time. - February 11, 2010 - Foundation Logic Systems
UK Family Business Celebrates International Partnership
Management training company ST*R Learning, based in Surrey has welcomed its Czech business partners to UK soil for the first time. This family-run training business formed a new company in Prague last year to deliver British-style training workshops in the Czech Republic and surrounding countries. The directors of the Czech joint venture, STAR Learning s.r.o, are visiting the UK to receive support and training for developing the Czech training business. - February 11, 2010 - ST*R Learning Ltd
Perfect Translations Launches Updated Website
Miami-based global linguistic and communications company unveils new look. - February 11, 2010 - Perfect Translations
Peritus Opens New Office in Columbus, Ohio
Peritus, primarily a public relations and public affairs firm and one of the largest agencies in the region, is pleased to announce the opening of a new office in Columbus, Ohio. - February 11, 2010 - Peritus Public Relations
Aventura Moving Services The Movers Group Has New Offices in Aventura in Order to Accommodate the Customers Better
Any move can be stressful. No matter where your new residence will be, there are always added expenses, unforeseen obstacles, and unwelcomed hassles to deal with along the way. The Movers Group main goal is to deal with the hassles for you, so you can have an easy and stress free move. - February 11, 2010 - The Movers Group
Avanta is Awarded Best Companies Accreditation
The Best Companies 2010 two star accreditation status has been awarded to serviced office group, Avanta, in acknowledgment of excellence in the workplace. - February 11, 2010 - Avanta
HaraBara™ Smarter Green Decisions™ Tool Compares a Firm's Sustainability Profile to Those of Competitors
Analysis of how a firm's sustainability efforts, and those of competitors, are seen on the internet reveals problems and competitive opportunities for clients to repair or exploit. - February 11, 2010 - HaraBara, Inc.
BlackRock's Rob Kapito, Miami Real Estate Mogul R. Don Peebles and Marion Jones to be Featured at the Wharton School's Whitney M. Young Memorial Conference 2010
The Wharton School’s Whitney M. Young Conference is a leading forum for business and non-profit leaders, entrepreneurs, professionals, scholars, and students to discuss key issues facing the world today. This year's conference, to be held on February 20th, 2010 in Philadelphia, will feature BlackRock's Rob Kapito, Miami real estate mogul R. Don Peebles, former track & field champion Marion Jones, and the mayors of Philadelphia & Camden. - February 11, 2010 - Whitney M. Young, Jr. Memorial Conference
CommPartners and Web Courseworks Announce New Partnership
CommPartners, the ASAE Endorsed Business Solution for webinar and web conferencing services, today announced a new partnership with Web Courseworks, a provider of eLearning and hosted learning management for associations. This partnership will provide customers with integrated services between... - February 11, 2010 - Web Courseworks
Brothersoft Launches a Website Brand Survey to Improve the Software Download Experience
Brothersoft, a leading software download portal, launched today its Brothersoft Website Brand Survey to listen to software fans’ suggestions and improve the software download experience. - February 10, 2010 - Brothersoft
Pool Inc. Releases Manga Balloon Maker for iPhone - an App that Lets You Put Words in People's Mouths
Pool Inc. today releases Manga Balloon Maker ver. 1 for iPhone and iPod Touch, an app that allows users to caption photos with speech- and thought-balloons containing text then share them via email or Twitter. - February 10, 2010 - Pool Inc
Insight HD with Host Hugh Downs Addresses Excellence in Education
America’s dramatic decline in educational standards is being raised by conscientious groups that desire to see a rise in educational excellence. - February 10, 2010 - Insight HD
Insight HD with Host Hugh Downs Looks at Hospice Care and Palliative Medicine
Hospice and Palliative Care is a medical industry that needs Consumer Education and Awareness Surrounding End of Life Issues for people all Over the World. - February 10, 2010 - Insight HD
Insight HD with Host Hugh Downs Probes Pain Management in Migraines
Insight HD is currently producing a new series on ways of handling pain, highlighting some of the top doctors and procedures that help patients live more productive lives while dealing with pain. - February 10, 2010 - Insight HD
Insight HD with Host Hugh Downs Looks at Vascular Surgery
Vascular is a word that refers to blood vessels, those little tubes called arteries and veins that carry blood throughout the body. Health professionals often describe blood vessels based on their location, such as cardiovascular (heart), cerebrovascular (brain), and peripheral vascular (all the... - February 10, 2010 - Insight HD
Insight HD with Host Hugh Downs Looks at Outdoor Excursions
In experiencing a severe economic downturn in almost every aspect of our society one would think that might stop people from traveling. But this is not the case. People are more interested now than ever in finding the best and most affordable vacations including the best in outdoor excursions. - February 10, 2010 - Insight HD
Insight HD with Host Hugh Downs Produces 21st Century Christian Leaders Series
Raising up leaders has historically been something that America does well. In the Christian ministry there is a great need not only to raise up good leaders, but to raise up wise leaders for the good of the Christian faith. Wise leaders follow biblical standards. It is with this in mind that a new... - February 10, 2010 - Insight HD
Golf Gators Improves Comfort and Ergonomics with 2010 Spackler Line of Golf Flip Flops
“World’s First Golf Flop” more comfortable than ever. Golf Gators, the ultra casual golf shoe company, recently unveiled its 2010 line of the world’s first flip flop with Champs Stinger golf spikes to rave reviews at this year's PGA Merchandise expo in Orlando, FL. - February 10, 2010 - Golf Gators LLC
The Truth Behind Social Media Revealed by Leading Strategist
Deborah Collier, a leading e-business strategist will be revealing some startling insights about social media during her free webinar ‘The Truth Behind Social Media’, which takes place later this month. Despite the benefits of social media for marketing, organisations are wasting money... - February 10, 2010 - Echo E-Business
Upgraded Real Estate Investor Websites Offer More Market Visibility and Conversion
Upgraded real estate investor websites recently released by RealEstateInvestorsWebsites.net now offer better search engine optimization, increased conversion as a result of high impact video life-like speaking presenters on the websites and more customizable designs that present a unique, effective web presence. - February 10, 2010 - RealEstateInvestingWebSites.com
NYQ Books™ Announces the Release of Poems by Grace Zabriskie
NYQ Books is pleased to announce the release of Grace Zabriskie’s debut book of poems, titled Poems. Grace Zabriskie has been writing poems for over thirty years. She is also a visual artist and an actor, known for her work in numerous David Lynch movies including Wild at Heart and Inland... - February 10, 2010 - NYQ Books
DexSystems Now Offering Online Estimate and Order Decking Material Delivered to the Door–Lower 2010 Pricing
Get exterior decking materials delivered directly to the door, at home or job site. From easy online estimating and freight quote request, this new online ordering system makes it easier than ever to order and manage multiple project orders and all with better 2010 pricing. - February 10, 2010 - DexSystems Inc.
Basonas Construction Corp is Nearing the Restorative Completion of the Exterior of Tower 270
In its lack of esthetics, it makes up for it in its view of great ones. - February 10, 2010 - Basonas Construction Corp
Softwood Sawlog Prices in Brazil in 4Q/09 Were Down 11% from Their Peak in 2008 Because of Weak Export Lumber Markets, Reports Wood Resource Quarterly
Lumber exports from Brazil have fallen 45% in two years, resulting in reduced demand for sawlogs and lower log prices. In the 4Q/09, pine sawlog prices were down 11% from their peak in 2008, but were still over 300% higher than six years ago, according to the Wood Resource Quarterly - February 10, 2010 - Wood Resources International LLC
27 Percent Students Rate Their Teachers as Hot. Telonu.com, the Leading Social Reviews & Ratings Site Reveals Analysis and Kicks Off Valentine’s Day Contest.
Telonu, (as in Tell-on-you) the leader in social reviews and ratings where users Rave, Rant, Rate™ their schools, workplaces, teachers etc. released analysis of data collected in 2009 that found that 27% of the users rated their teachers as Hot at 4.3 on a 5 point scale. Additionally, 53%... - February 10, 2010 - Telonu Inc.
Rentforyourvacation.com’s Homeowners Could be Losing $250,000 in Potential Vacation Rental Income Every Decade
Rentforyourvacation.com, a worldwide vacation rentals Website that specializes in connecting vacation home rentals by owners and managers with vacationers, is helping owners of secondary vacation homes, who do not currently rent out their home, realize that they may be sitting on a cash cow. - February 10, 2010 - RentforYourVacation
Harris Technology Announces a New Redesigned Website
Visitors to the Harris Technology redesigned website will discover a new look and feel, improved navigation, and quicker and easier access to a wide range of information. - February 10, 2010 - Harris Technology
NYQ Books Announces the Release of Soldier in the Grass by Joanna Crispi
The Congo is in civil war and Brazzaville is under siege. During a mission to evacuate French nationals, Lt. Vincent Chavanne is separated from his unit and left for dead. Soldier in the Grass records his journey with the woman who saves his life as they escape across the country to the safety of... - February 10, 2010 - NYQ Books
India Business Network Grows to Over 3,500 Professionals & Businesses Worldwide
India Business Network is growing strong since the 2009 launch. Over three thousand five hundred business executives, entrepreneurs, managers, consultants, professionals and organizations from over 100 countries have joined India Business Network, and are interacting, collaborating, networking and doing business online. Join India Business Network today by going to: http://www.indiabiznet.com - February 10, 2010 - India Business Network
Enterprise Networks Solutions and ShoreTel Team Up to Deliver Low-Cost Voice Over IP Solutions
Optimize your resources with a ShoreTel VoIP system that delivers upfront savings on initial investment and ongoing support. - February 10, 2010 - Enterprise Networks Solutions
Strategic Visualization -- A Power Tool for Business Leaders
Business leaders have long sought every advantage to improve their bottom line. Now there is a new place to look -- straight into the heart. Strategic Visualization taps the guidance, connections, and energy of the heart to move leaders forward with more grace and ease than previously imagined. This new form of intelligence is no longer optional as the planet shifts to new ways of being. The benefits are many; the risk non-existent. Visit www.sharonroy.com for more on this innovative technique. - February 10, 2010 - Sharon Roy Coaching
CDM Media’s CIO Think Tank Sessions Address Meaningful Use Criteria and EHR Considerations for Healthcare CIOs
CDM Media is pleased to announce that the healthcare focused “CIO Think Tank Session,” an intimate gathering for CIOs brought to regional cities, will kickoff April 27, 2010 in Boston and April 29, 2010 in Chicago. Both CIO Think Tank Sessions will bring together healthcare CIOs to... - February 10, 2010 - CDM Media
HaraBara™ Wins Coveted Slot to Present at SIIA Summit 2010; Recognition of Successful Launch of Sustainability Resource Database in the US
HaraBara, Inc. was one of nine companies in the digital content industry that have been selected by the Software and Information Industry Association (SIIA) to present their products and services at the recent SIIA Information Industry Summit in New York, January 26-‐27. All of the firms... - February 10, 2010 - HaraBara, Inc.
Prolifiq and viaLanguage Announce Partnership: Accelerate the Use of Localized Content by Sales Teams
Prolifiq and viaLanguage will offer a combined solution that reduces the time for translated content to reach the hands of global sales professionals and provide critical measurements of how localized assets accelerate the sales cycle. - February 10, 2010 - viaLanguage
Fire Damper Inspection Company Opens New Office
Life Safety Services Opens East Coast Office. - February 10, 2010 - Life Safety Services
ACCA Announces New Country Head for Singapore
ACCA (The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr Darryl Wee as its new Country Head for Singapore. Darryl takes over from Penelope Phoon with immediate effect. Penelope has been with ACCA Singapore since 2003 and leaves to pursue her personal... - February 10, 2010 - ACCA
ACCA Singapore and ASME Sign Inaugural Memorandum of Cooperation to Help SMEs
A new partnership to help small and medium sized businesses in Singapore has been launched today with the signing of a Memorandum of Cooperation (MoC) between ACCA (the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) and ASME (Association of Small and Medium Enterprises). The two bodies will work... - February 10, 2010 - ACCA
Corporate Tax Incentives Firm Expands Cost-Saving Services by Acquiring Watchdog Software
Corporate Tax Incentives, a leading business incentives consulting firm, recently acquired the assets of Watchdog Software Inc.® - February 10, 2010 - Corporate Tax Incentives
Abhav Participates in Macworld 2010, San Franciso at Moscone Center
Abhav LLC, a startup company in Cambridge, MA participates in Macworld 2010 event, Moscone center to be held in San Franciso on Feb 9-13. Abhav will be located in the Mobile application showcase area, booth 1366 and kiosk #24. Abhav is also the winner of official T-Shirt design contest design conducted by Macworld. Come visit Abhav Stall. - February 10, 2010 - Abhav LLC
SEO.pr, Part of Abhav LLC - SEO Company Website Launched
SEO.pr - a premium domain launched today. SEO.pr is part of Abhav LLC, a company based in Cambridge, MA. - February 10, 2010 - Abhav LLC