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Lorna Phillipson Promoted to CEO at Leadership and Corporate Governance Think Tank, Stewart Forbes
Stewart Forbes, Inc. announces the appointment of Lorna Phillipson as Chief Executive Officer. Ms. Phillipson joined Stewart Forbes as their Chief Financial Officer in 2006. Ms. Phillipson has worked for over twenty global organizations headquartered in seven different countries. Her industry experience includes software and technology companies, private equity and investment banking. She attended the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania and Templeton College at Oxford University. - December 23, 2009 - Stewart Forbes Inc
SBS Group Spreads Holiday Cheer
SBS Group donated presents, gift cards, and toys to mothers and children seeking refuge from domestic violence. SBS Group, a leading technology consulting firm, provides mid-market accounting & business solutions to companies along the East Coast. The company contributed twenty children and twenty adult gift baskets to the inhabitants of the New Brunswick shelter. - December 23, 2009 - SBS Group
The Targeted Group Announces the Hiring of Tom Cloos as Director of Business Development
Greg Gentner, Chief Operating Officer of The Targeted Group, a company that specializes in B2B Social Media Solutions, announces that Tom Cloos has joined the company as Director of Business Development. Cloos brings over 15 years of experience in sales, marketing, technology, service, and support... - December 23, 2009 - The Targeted Group
Home-Tech, Customers Donate to American Red Cross Through "Charity of the Month" Program
Home-Tech donated $950 to Lee County’s American Red Cross chapter in honor of customers who purchased air conditioning units from the company in November. It’s Home-Tech’s way of thanking both its customers and community for their support through the home appliance maintenance and... - December 23, 2009 - Home-Tech
Weddings, Wedding Favors and Decorations - Now It's Easy
Online bridal shop makes wedding shopping easier with newly organized navigation for wedding favors, bridal accessories and more. - December 22, 2009 - Favors & Gifts By Donna
Handster Launches SMS Payments in Its Appstore Worldwide
AppStore white label and branded solution company Handster has integrated a new “Pay by Mobile” billing option, placing itself as the first smartphone appstore to introduce this payment worldwide. Because mobile payments are easy, safe, fast and accessible, they are available to... - December 22, 2009 - Handster Inc.
New Breitling Oil and Gas Filtering Technology to be Tested in Hardeman Basin
Breitling Oil and Gas Corporation, an independent producer based in Irving, Texas, announced the availability of new 3-D seismic interpretation and filtering technology developed exclusively by the company, which increases the likelihood of pinpointing - with greater than 86 percent accuracy -... - December 22, 2009 - Breitling Oil and Gas
Xtivia Voted by Customers the Top Consultant for Customer Satisfaction in 2009
Recent VendorRate Annual report shows Xtivia ranks as number 1 Consultant overall in the IT World - December 22, 2009 - XTIVIA, Inc.
Institutional Investor News, Named Media Partner at Knowledge Congress' Event on TALF on 03/02/10
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Institutional Investor News, a real-time web-based news service will be a media partner at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled:... - December 22, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Nika Corporate Housing Recognized for Outstanding Service by US Central Command (CENTCOM) Personnel
Nika Corporate Housing, LLC was presented with recognition for outstanding customer service to US service members stationed at headquarters United States Central Command in Tampa Florida. - December 21, 2009 - Nika Corporate Housing
Iflexion Announces Its 2010 Events Calendar
Iflexion is delighted to announce its plan for development for the fast approaching 2010. - December 21, 2009 - Iflexion
Gambling Gazette Launches 2010 USA Online Casino Awards
Gamers vote for Gambling Gazette 2010 USA Casino Award. - December 21, 2009 - Gambling Gazette
StreamSend Named Member of the Messaging Anti-Abuse Working Group (MAAWG)
MAAWG is the largest global industry association tackling spam and other messaging concerns. It is the only organization that systematically addresses all aspects of messaging abuse by concurrently developing programs focused on technology, industry collaboration and public policy. - December 21, 2009 - EZ Publishing
RoutoMessaging Powers Worldwide MMS Campaigns
RoutoMessaging today launched the first business led, cost effective MMS solution with seamless global reach. - December 21, 2009 - Routo Telecommunications Limited
OrgVitality Merges with HorizonView Group and Appoints New CEO
Senior management consulting, market research and competitive intelligence executives join OrgVitality. - December 21, 2009 - OrgVitality, LLC
Optegra, Cologne and HHKL, Munich Have Merged to Form optegra:hhkl – New Consulting Group Providing Auditing, Tax Consulting, Management Consulting
optegra:hhkl – now with twice the manpower – offers professional national and international service in the field of auditing, tax consulting, legal advice and management consulting in Cologne and Munich – Out-standing expertise in the field of integrated funds solutions - December 21, 2009 - optegra:hhkl
Anger Management Guru Offers New Anger Management Course Schedule to Human Resource and Employer Referrals
In an effort to make his anger management course more easily accessible for human resource referrals, George Anderson of Anderson & Anderson is offering individualized and privatized, appointment-only anger management sessions seven days a week. - December 21, 2009 - Anderson & Anderson, APC
Publishing Veteran Terry D. Scheerer Named New President of Dark Myth Production Studios
Terry D. Scheerer named new President. - December 21, 2009 - Dark Myth Production Studios
Carlana Charles of Carlana Charles VA Service Announces Her Successful Completion of the Virtual Event Specialist Training and Certification Program
Carlana Charles of Carlana Charles VA Service announces her successful completion of the Virtual Event Specialist training and certification program and has now added the service to her service roster. - December 21, 2009 - Carlana Charles VA Service
Mrs Beeton of Belfast’s Business Survival Solutions for the New Year
Julie Collins of Survival Solutions presents businesses with a series of workshops designed to help cut costs and improve efficiency. - December 21, 2009 - BarskyGoldberg
A Gym with No Contracts, No Lines or Waiting, and Affordable? Make It a Snap Fitness.
Finding time to workout is about to become a whole lot easier and enjoyable for local residents. Snap Fitness, a 24-hour Health Club providing fast and convenient facilities, is hosting a Grand Opening party at its newest location in Smithtown at 138 East Main Street on January 13, 2009 at 11:00am. - December 20, 2009 - Snap Fitness of Smithtown, NY
Safety and Quality Software Developer Quantros, Inc. Launches Healthcare IT Consulting Division
Michael Tulloch Appointed Director of New Division. - December 20, 2009 - Quantros Inc.
MarketsandMarkets Publishes US Preterm Infant Care Market Report
The U.S. Preterm Infant Care Market research report published by MarketsandMarkets (www.marketsandmarkets.com) analyzes the preterm infant care products and services market over the period 2009-2014. The report studies the major market drivers, restraints, and opportunities for the U.S. Preterm Infant Care market. - December 20, 2009 - marketsandmarkets
Altep Wins Gold, Silver LTN Awards
Altep, Inc., today announced it has won two LTN Awards. The firm won a Gold Award in the category of Litigation Support Consultant and a Silver Award in the category of EDD Services Processing. - December 20, 2009 - Altep, Inc.
NPSA Offers Portable Storage Solution Finder
The National Portable Storage Association is offering a portable storage Solution Finder to help consumers and businesses find containerized storage at locations around the world. - December 20, 2009 - National Portable Storage Association
Miami-Based Business Advisors MgtAction Now Are Authorized Providers of Excellence Audit™
Winning in the future depends on companies creating the conditions where their talent is impassioned to deliver on brand promise. With Tom Peters Company’s Excellence Audit™ analysis instrument, MgtAction helps organizations achieve this. - December 20, 2009 - MgtAction LLC
Faster Typing with Windows 7 and PhraseExpress Autotext
Bartels Media GmbH has released the seventh version of their free Text Insertion Software, "PhraseExpress," which Microsoft has certified for use with Windows 7. - December 19, 2009 - Bartels Media GmbH
Inland Empire Magazine's 2009 Best Personal Trainer, Christi MacNee
Christi MacNee, President of T3 Fitness Energy, was voted Inland Empire Magazine’s 2009 Best Personal Trainer. This is the second year in a row that Christi MacNee has received this recognition. “Just like last year, this recognition continues to be an honor and inspiration. In... - December 19, 2009 - T3 Fitness Energy
Prism Casino Has Launched Two Brand New Slot Machine Games
Prism Casino has launched three brand new slot machine games Naughty or Nice and Santa Strikes Back. These brand new five reel slot machines come with innovative new features and adventures and filled with impressive graphics and amazing payouts. - December 19, 2009 - Prism Casino
MobGold Raises $12 Million Led by Fast Global Investments in Series B Financing
MobGold, the leading platform provider in mobile advertising network and mobile transaction solutions, today announced that expansion-stage venture capital, Fast Global Investments has made a strategic investment in the company's series B round of financing. The company plans to use the new... - December 19, 2009 - MobGold Ltd.
Clear Computing Announces Two-Way Stop-by-Stop Driver Reporting
Clear Computing, developer of the Total Activity Control operations management system, announced an expansion of the paperless office with two-way, real-time communications between office and driver. The office will be in control of every driver’s jobs all day long, and the driver will be able to send back immediate status updates using any mobile device, e.g., iPhone, Net book, Blackberry, etc. - December 19, 2009 - Clear Computing, Inc.
High Growth Potential Projected for Indian Higher Education Sector
Higher education sector in India has high potential to record substantial growth, provided enough attention is paid to infrastructure development, says RNCOS in its latest report. - December 19, 2009 - RNCOS
Tax Saving Tips for Small Businesses - Workshop to be Held at the Amoskeag Business Incubator
Whether you are a new or experienced small business owner, you'll want to attend this workshop and pick up plenty of tips on how to reduce your taxes. - December 19, 2009 - abi Innovation Hub
BodyLase Skin Spa Offers ZERONA™ Body Slimming Treatment
Karen Albright, president of BodyLase Skin Spa (www.getbodylase.com), has announced that the spa is now offering ZERONA™, a noninvasive body slimming treatment designed to reshape the body, slim down target areas and tone loose skin. ZERONA™ utilizes the Erchonia® Laser Scanner to... - December 19, 2009 - BodyLase
MarketsandMarkets Publishes European Smart Homes and Assisted Living - Advanced Technologies and Global Market Report
According to a new market research report, ‘European Smart Homes and Assisted Living Market (2009-2014)’, published by MarketsandMarkets (www.marketsandmarkets.com), the European smart homes market is expected to be worth €152.2 million ($195.9 million) by 2014, at a CAGR of 11.1% from 2009 to 2014. - December 19, 2009 - marketsandmarkets
Master Mind Mondays Give Kitsap Businesses a Weekly Networking Boost
Master Mind Mondays, a weekly meeting for business networkers in Kitsap County, invites visitors to attend its formal launch on January 4, 2010, 5:15 - 7:00 pm at the Taprock Northwest Grill, 760 Liberty Rd., Poulsbo WA. - December 19, 2009 - Master Mind Mondays
Universal Action Travel Website is Up, Up, and Away
Universal Action Travel Comments On It's Site And Exciting News For 2010 - December 19, 2009 - Universal Action Travel, Inc.
NAEG Announces Merger, New Symbol, Audited Financials
Native American Energy Group, Inc. (Pink Sheets: NAGP) ("NAEG" or the "Company"), formerly trading under the symbol NVMG.PK, today confirmed the completion of a merger with publicly traded Flight Management International, Inc. (a Delaware corporation), and further announced that... - December 18, 2009 - Native American Energy Group, Inc.
Cincinnati Welcomes New Bioidentical Hormone Expert
Dr. Julie Kissel opened BodyLogicMD’s 3rd Ohio bioidentical hormone practice specializing in hormonal imbalances. - December 18, 2009 - BodyLogicMD
Travel and Real Estate Websites Hit the Mark with Integration of Social Media
Leisure Linx launches new websites infused with social media, allowing visitors to socially engage with lodging properties and real estate for sale. A refreshing alternative to the typical Internet search for relocation and travel, these compelling designs are simple and clutter-free, setting the stage for ease of use and social media interaction. - December 18, 2009 - Leisure Linx
DEAC and Synterra Sign an Agreement on Strategic Cooperation in the Area of Data Centers
DEAC, the largest data center operator in the Baltic States and Russian National Communications Operator Synterra, have signed an umbrella agreement on strategic cooperation. The Agreement is targeted at the exchange of up-to-date ICT-services provided by DEAC and Synterra DEAC on the basis of... - December 18, 2009 - Digital Economy Advancement Center
The Meadowdale Group Chooses Doubledome
DoubleDome Web Technologies, an innovative Atlanta web designers announces that it was recently awarded a web design, content management system, website support, and hosting project by the Meadowdale Group. For this project, DoubleDome will design a unique and creative website, and continue to host... - December 18, 2009 - DoubleDome Web Technologies
IPscape’s Cloud IVR Delivers Cloud Benefits to Traditional Call Centres - Saves Sydney-Based Outsourcer $250,000 Annually
IPscape today launched ‘cloud IVR’, a cloud based interactive voice response system that easily integrates into existing infrastructure and systems in just hours - without on-premise hardware or software installation. Cloud IVR has reduced Sydney-based Teleconnexion’s monthly telco bill by a third. - December 18, 2009 - IPscape
“Run For Young” 5K Announces Community Sponsors
Christ Episcopal Church (www.christchurchraleigh.org) has announced the community sponsors who are supporting the third annual “Run for Young” event, set for Saturday, Jan. 9 at 10 a.m. at Christ Episcopal Church, located at 120 E. Edenton St. “Run for Young” is an event to... - December 18, 2009 - Run for Young
Smith Seal of North Carolina Awarded 2009 Geared for Growth Award
Judy Smith, president of Smith Seal of NC (www.smithseal.com), has announced that the company has received the 2009 Geared Towards Growth Award from Parker Hannfin Corporation Seal Division for being a top performer in the East Region. The award aims to nominate regions in the seal industry that... - December 18, 2009 - Smith Seal of NC
Wake County Economic Development Launches Video Testimonial Series
Ken Atkins, executive director of Wake County Economic Development (www.raleigh-wake.org), has announced the launch of a new video series on why Wake County is a great place to live and work. The video series will feature testimonials from a number of local leaders offering first-hand accounts of... - December 18, 2009 - Wake County Economic Development
Virtual Presentation Expert, Roger Courville Joins Business Expert Webinars
Business Expert Webinars (BEW), the leading provider of business eLearning, announced that virtual presentation expert, Roger Courville has joined their speaker portfolio. “The economy has brought about recognition of the benefits of delivering presentations through webinars. Yet, the... - December 18, 2009 - Business Expert Webinars
Vietnam Retail Industry Set for Double Digit Growth to 2013, Says RNCOS
Retail industry’s liberalization reforms coupled with increasing income levels of consumers are all set to drive Vietnam retail industry to post CAGR of 22.7% during 2009-2012. - December 18, 2009 - RNCOS
Great Hotels Organisation Announces Changes to Great Hotels Meeting Forums
New markets, extended events and more networking opportunities are just some of the changes in place for the 2010. - December 18, 2009 - Great Hotels of the World
MarketsandMarkets: European Smart Homes and Assisted Living Worth €152.2 Million
Smart homes incorporate automated controls in retrofit homes to facilitate minimal manual effort in domestic chores; thus improving convenience and overall lifestyle, especially for the elderly and disabled. - December 18, 2009 - marketsandmarkets