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ActionCOACH Takes Top Honors
ActionCOACH was ranked No. 1 in Entrepreneur’s 2010 Franchise 500 Business Coaching category, the company’s seventh consecutive year at No. 1. - December 16, 2009 - ActionCOACH
Customer Feedback Consulting Group E.G. Insight Adds Vice President of Business Development
E.G. Insight, a leader in customer feedback processes, is pleased to announce the addition of Jane Alexander as a Vice President of Business Development. Jane’s main focus will be to create new business opportunities and strategic partnerships for E.G. Insight. She will work with companies... - December 16, 2009 - E.G. Insight, Inc.
Russell Bedford Admits Marikon Audit as Its First Member Firm in Uzbekistan
Marikon Audit LLC, Tashkent, Uzbekistan, joins Russell Bedford International accounting network. - December 16, 2009 - Russell Bedford International
Oxford Scholar and Former BYU All-American, Dr. Timothy R. Clark, Releases New Book —"The Leadership Test: Will You Pass?"
Leadership authority, Dr. Timothy R. Clark, has released a short, engaging narrative on leadership that synthesizes his experience with leaders around the world. “The Leadership Test stopped me dead in my tracks. In a word, it is brilliant,” said Britt Berrett, CEO of Medical City Dallas Hospital. - December 15, 2009 - TRCLARK LLC
Arthur S Shorr, FACHE President of Arthur S. Shorr & Associates, Inc., Announces the Publication of His Book, "Hospital Negligence: Legal and Administrative Issues"
Arthur S. Shorr & Associates, Inc., Consultants to Healthcare Providers, consults to hospitals, healthcare providers, and offers expert witness services to plaintiff and defense attorneys involved in hospital negligence actions. Mr. Shorr states that the book will expand the firm's capacity to provide consulting services to hospital clients, especially in the area of Governing Board education, executive management accountability and maintaining compliance with community standards. - December 15, 2009 - Arthur S. Shorr and Associates Inc.: Consultants to Healthcare Providers
UCR Health Centers Opens Mesa Urgent Care Despite Economic Downturn
UCR Health Centers opens a new urgent care facility in Mesa, Arizona despite the economic recession. The company feels that in an era of healthcare crisis, uninsured and escalating cost, additional market share to serve populations who would otherwise go to an emergency room is a strategic move. UCR Health Centers offers same day, urgent care medical treatment at a cost-effective alternative, and also integrates multiple medical services into their business model. - December 15, 2009 - UCR Health Centers
Navajo Skin Care™… A Brand to Watch
Local Austin, Texas Company introduces chemical-free products to satisfy market demand for fresh, all-natural products. - December 15, 2009 - Navajo Skin Care
Hard Money NYC Closes a $160,000 Bridge Loan in Just 4 Days
Hard Money NYC (www.hardmoneynyc.com), a private money lender specializing in commercial real estate financing, announced that it has closed a short term loan on a mixed use property in Bronx, New York in just 4 days. The borrower had felt the effects of the bad economy all year round, and was in... - December 15, 2009 - Hard Money NYC
12 Week Fat Blast Body Transformation Contest
ML Athletics Fitness Programs, Northshore’s fastest growing Fitness Boot Camp Provider, announces an exclusive 12 Week Body Transformation Fat Blast Challenge. - December 15, 2009 - ML Athletics
RNCOS Releases a New Report - Indian Natural Gas Sector Analysis
RNCOS has recently added a new Market Research Report titled, “Indian Natural Gas Sector Analysis” to its report gallery. Their report provides extensive research on the natural gas market in India. - December 15, 2009 - RNCOS
eXample Consulting Group Launches Strategy and Analytics Training Programs in the Indian Market
eXample Consulting Group's Strategy programs aim to build competencies in Strategic Planning, Implementation, Performance management while Analytics program helps develop Business and Predictive data analysis capabilities. - December 15, 2009 - eXample Consulting Group
Account Manager’s Understanding of Customer’s Business Increases Bank Small Business Results
Bank small business sales specialist Clarity Advantage offers small business banking account managers seven tips for engaging customers in valuable conversations, connecting their bank’s products to the business owner’s issues, and retaining and growing small business wallet share. - December 15, 2009 - Clarity Advantage Corporation
Electronic Merchant Systems Selects SparkBase
Electronic Merchant Systems Selects SparkBase to Power Its New "Altus Premier" Gift Card Platform. - December 14, 2009 - SparkBase LLC
1099 Software for 2009 Forms and Electronic Reporting Released by WorldSharp Technology, Inc.
WorldSharp Technologies, Inc. Announces the 2009 Version of WorldSharp 1099 Preparation System with Electronic Reporting is ready for Distribution. This version is for Forms 1098, 1099, 392X, 5498, 8935, W-2G and 1042-S. Support for Windows 7 is included. - December 14, 2009 - WorldSharp Technologies, Inc.
FREE NET Business Solutions Sdn Bhd (FREENET) Installs PowerLogic System for Effective Power Measurement
FREENET implements a Green IT initiative to save costs through the PowerLogic system. - December 14, 2009 - FREE NET Business Solutions Sdn Bhd
Business Expert Webinars' Speakers Collaborate to Help Small Businesses Thrive
Business Expert Publishing, the book publishing arm of Business Expert Webinars, is publishing this collaborative work which is titled The Business Expert Guide to Small Business Success. Twenty-two leading business experts are contributing to the development of this book that addresses the critical areas for small businesses. - December 13, 2009 - Business Expert Webinars
Toolingu.com Makes Its Fundamental Manufacturing Training Available to Individuals Online Via the Learn.com Global Content Exchange
Learn.com®, the leader in cloud-based workforce development and productivity, announced a partnership today with Toolingu.com, the leading provider of online training for manufacturers. - December 13, 2009 - Learn.com
Revenue Growth with Internet Marketing Now Available to Small and Medium Businesses in Northern California
World’s Largest Internet Consulting Group Opens Office in Sacramento, CA - December 13, 2009 - WSI Internet
MERKAP, Latin America's Financial Resource, and AMG Worldwide Join Forces to Offer a New Advertising Opportunity to International Customers
Merkap.com, the most innovative financial website in Latin America and AMG Worldwide, the fastest growing marketing and public relations agency, are proud to announce their partnership to offer a new advertising alternative on Merkap.com that will guarantee extensive international exposure. This... - December 13, 2009 - AMG Worldwide
Exhibit Resources Names New Account Coordinator
Lana Calloway, president of Exhibit Resources (www.exhibitresources.com), has announced that Lynn Nacewicz has joined the agency as an account coordinator. In this position Nacewicz will work with the senior account manager on major accounts, handling budget analysis, cost tracking, monthly... - December 13, 2009 - Exhibit Resources
Delhi Based Connect2Consult Named Winner of The Most Popular Entrepreneur Challenge 09
Connect2Consult (www.connect2consult ), a process consulting, technology, and outsourcing firm was voted a winner of “The Most Popular Entrepreneur Challenge 09”, a month long, one hundred percent community driven online contest for entrepreneurs that measured the popularity and zest of... - December 13, 2009 - Connect2Consult
NPSA Announces 2010 Industry Events
he National Portable Storage Association, or NPSA, has announced two strategic events for 2010. Members and non-members alike are invited to attend these industry conventions to learn more about opportunities in portable storage. The NPSA will hold its Spring Seminar on April 26-27, 2010. - December 13, 2009 - National Portable Storage Association
Defend Yourself Economically in the New Year with a Home-Based Business
Full Safety Armor joins MyFamilyCD IDentification and Safe Warriors 101 Safety Education Curricula together in a Fun, Fitness, and Safety Awareness program to all kids and adults. - December 12, 2009 - Safe Kids Card, Inc
R. J. Buckley Publishing Announces the December Release of Rebecca Randolph Buckley's Latest Contemporary Romance Novel - "Midnight in Brussels"
Rebecca Buckley's "Midnight in Brussels" is the third novel in her "Midnight" series with Rachel O'Neill as one of the protagonists. Each novel captures the exotic essence of New Year’s Eve celebrations in major cities around the world. You are sure to discover an ensemble of characters and settings that will captivate your heart and mind. - December 12, 2009 - R. J. Buckley Publishing
Release of THE CLOSER Reconciles Cash and PayPal in Microsoft Dynamics GP
THE CLOSER v2.5 is now available for the Microsoft Dynamics GP ERP system. Reconcile Dynamics GP to the penny. Reconcile AP, AR, Cash, Accrued Purchases, Sales Order, Inventory, COGS, and PayPal with the General Ledger in Dynamics GP. - December 12, 2009 - Reporting-Central
Two New Exciting Game Releases from Slots of Vegas Casino
Slots of Vegas Casino has introduced two new action-packed casino games including Triple Twister casino slot machine as well as Bonus Texas Hold’em, offering players more casino jackpots and exciting bonus features. Both games are now available from the Slots of Vegas Casino lobby. - December 12, 2009 - Slots of Vegas
Insights with Host Hugh Downs Features Donald Trump and Trump Plaza
Trump Entertainment Resorts as Part of the Interstitial Programming for Public Television. - December 12, 2009 - InsightsSeries
Enviro-Solutions and Borael Solutions Help Algoma University Goes Green
Algoma University, one of Canada’s most respected liberal arts universities located in Ontario, has just received a certification of accomplishment from Boreal Solutions, a jansan distributor based in Ontario, recognizing the university’s commitment to becoming a Greener and more... - December 12, 2009 - Enviro-Solutions
Hamner Institutes - NC State Receive Challenge Grant to Study Drug-induced Liver Injury
The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences has announced that Paul Watkins, M.D., founding director of The Hamner-UNC Institute for Drug Safety Sciences, and David W. Threadgill, Ph.D., Professor and Head of the Department of Genetics at North Carolina State University, have received a $1 million... - December 12, 2009 - The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences
Lombard Risk Offers Complimentary Breakfast Workshop FSA Liquidity Regulation – Understanding Your Options
Lombard Risk, the leading provider of regulatory reporting solutions to the UK financial industry, today announced the first in a series of breakfast briefings about FSA liquidity regime changes. The next Lombard Risk workshop scheduled for December 17th at 8:30 AM at the British Bankers Association (BBA), London, is specifically geared for banks to learn more about the impact of the liquidity regulations. - December 12, 2009 - Lombard Risk
Sonitrol Pacific Panic Alarm, Police Stop Threatening Man
Immediate response by Lakewood Police officers to a Sonitrol Pacific emergency alarm at the Multicare Lakewood Urgent Care led to the arrest of one man December 4. Sonitrol Pacific Operator Bricia Mejia received the activation of a “panic button” on site at the urgent care facility and... - December 12, 2009 - Sound Security, Inc., dba Sonitrol Pacific
Galvanized Scales Replace Deteriorating Concrete Scales
Don't continue doing business with a corroding concrete deck scale. - December 12, 2009 - B-TEK Scales
Sonitrol Pacific Audio Security Thwarts Burglary
Sonitrol Pacific security audio of movement inside a Seattle espresso stand led to the arrest of one suspected burglar December 9. Operator Kristine Etheridge received the impact-activated alarm from Crazy Beans Espresso just after 2 a.m. She heard a crashing noise followed by what sounded like... - December 12, 2009 - Sound Security, Inc., dba Sonitrol Pacific
ERP.com is a Media Sponsor for the Cloud Computing Expo 2010
Leading ERP Authority, ERP.com www.erp.com is a Media Sponsor for the 2010 Cloud Computing Exposition in New York City. - December 12, 2009 - Enterprise Resource Planning
R. J. Buckley Publishing Announces the Release Date of Vincent Zandri's "Moonlight Falls" - December 15, 2009
Three days after the release of Zandri's thriller "Moonlight Falls," on December 18, Vincent will be signing books and appearing with his band - Blisterz - at Savannahs "Dublin Underground" on One S. Pearl Street, Albany, NY. Books will also be on sale at The Book House of Stuyvesant Plaza, 1475 Western Ave, Albany NY. - December 11, 2009 - R. J. Buckley Publishing
Sphere Raider(TM) for the iPhone and iPod Touch Released Today
www.sphereraider.com Game developer Gallen Technologies, LLC announced the release today of its long awaited iPhone game Sphere Raider(TM). It is available for the iPhone and iPod Touch through Apple's App store. Sphere Raider(TM) brings exhilarating game play for all ages. Sphere Raider(TM)... - December 11, 2009 - Gallen Technologies, LLC
Intivia, Inc. Awarded Multi-Year Transcription Service Contract by Premier, Inc. Healthcare Alliance
Intivia will Offer Premier Members Outstanding Dictation and Transcription Service with Advanced Technology and Exceptional Service Standards. - December 11, 2009 - Intivia Inc.
Lloyd’s Register Quality Assurance Recertifies CTXM QMS Under ISO 9001:2008
Recently the LRQA (Lloyd’s Register) finished a renewal external audit for the Quality Management System of leading gaming software developer CTXM. As a result, LRQA confirmed that CTXM’s Quality Management System is effective and recertified it according to the latest version of ISO 9001:2008. - December 11, 2009 - CTXM Ltd
Brook Furniture Rental Sponsors the November Meeting of the Baltimore Region CHPA
Brook Furniture Rental recently sponsored the November meeting of the Baltimore region CHPA (Corporate Housing Providers Association). "We believe in a strong partnership to the corporate housing industry across the country and we were excited to be a sponsor of this event" said Ken... - December 11, 2009 - Brook Furniture Rental, Inc
Postcode Anywhere Announced Worcestershire’s Top Technology Firm
Hallow-based software company Postcode Anywhere is among the fastest-growing technology companies in the world, according to a recent ranking by consultancy firm Deloitte. Postcode Anywhere grew 500% from 2005 to 2009, assuring its place for the second year in a row among 500 of the... - December 11, 2009 - PCA Predict
Prosperity Plus Offers Employee Testing Service That Takes Guesswork Out of Hiring
Personnel assessment system establishes profile of job candidate. Ideally suited for office systems dealerships and other businesses looking to build more effective teams. - December 11, 2009 - Prosperity Plus Management Consulting
Haircolorxperts Adds Master Stylist
Larry Dunlap, managing partner of Haircolorxperts (www.haircolorxpertsraleigh.com), has announced that the salon has added Drew Horton as a master specialist to work at both the Arboretum at Weston and Cameron Village salon locations. Horton received a degree in business administration and human... - December 11, 2009 - Haircolorxperts
A Toast to the Achievements of Business Networking Group
Business on Toast celebrated a milestone in its development last Wednesday as its University of Derby mentoring scheme was publicly launched. The group welcomed the Mayor along with dignitaries from the University to celebrate the group’s achievements and its provision of 50 experienced... - December 11, 2009 - Business on Toast
The Myth of the White Knight: Financial Planning for Women Urges Women to Assess, Understand Their Financial Portfolio
The Myth of the White Knight is a common sense, easy-to-understand guide to personal financial planning, geared especially toward women. Written in a straight-forward, conversational tone, the book discusses one of the most important aspects of a woman’s well-being in a way that is both informative and entertaining. Learn why financial planning is especially crucial to women, discover the “white knights” who may or may not help, and learn how to take control your financial destiny today. - December 11, 2009 - Linda Brewton
CIS Develops Non-Compliance Monitoring Tool
Compliance Implementation Services (CIS), a consulting firm specializing in compliance strategies has announced CIS ComplianceWatch for biotech and pharmaceutical companies. “As consultants in the U.S. Commercial Compliance space, we saw a need to help our clients track and capture their... - December 11, 2009 - Compliance Implementation Services
Christmas Holiday Red Carpet, Event to Benefit M Benga Foundation Founded by LA Laker, DJ Mbenga
American Idol Judge Kara DioGuardi Special Guest at Tonight Event to Benefit M Benga Foundation founded by LA Laker, DJ Mbenga and The PHOENIX House - December 10, 2009 - Charmaine PR Firm
Volvo Group and Innovative AUS/NZ Start-Up Pocketweb to Fight Climate Change
CO2 tracker “Commute Greener!” for mobile phones helps to reduce carbon footprint of commuters. - December 10, 2009 - Pocketweb
Joe Blessett MP3 Music Downloads Available Now
New Acid Jazz Music Artist Joe Blessett Now on iTunes. The debut Release of U Can Trust Me by Composer and Producer Joe Blessett. - December 10, 2009 - Joe Blessett Music
SleepRestfully.com Announces Online Live Chat Now Available
SleepRestfully.com of Houston, Texas, a leading distributor in the sleep therapy and oxygen equipment and supplies, announces the addition of Live Chat to their list of services. On December 1, 2009 Phillips Respironics required all on line providers of products not to advertise any price below a... - December 10, 2009 - Sleep Restfully, Inc.
Domain Name Resource Launched at Premium URL
Premium URL has announced its final launch on the internet as the premier resource for domain name investors and those interested in entering the field. Being informed is the secret to making money in the domain name investing market, and their website is dedicated to informing and educating both... - December 10, 2009 - Premium URL