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Why Are 1 Million Americans Traveling Outside Of the USA Every Year for Surgery
Self-Insured Employers Can Finally Reduce the cost of providing Healthcare Benefits… some by as much as 70%. - August 01, 2009 - Global Surgery Network, Inc
CTXM Releases Totem Quest Puzzle Match on iPhone
CTXM, a leading provider of gaming solutions, has released the iPhone version of its successful Totem Quest Puzzle Match game, available from the iPhone AppStore from 30 July, 2009. - August 01, 2009 - CTXM Ltd
NuU Medspa Steps Into Fashion with Maison De Couture Trunk Show in Chicago
Priscila Rodriguez, Founder of Maison De Couture (French for ‘House of Fashion’) and NuU Medspa gather with other designers and vendors to promote local Indie designers and image consulting services for men and women this month. NuU Medspa convenes with small to large business owners... - August 01, 2009 - NuU Unlimited
Author Shows That Dating Can be Hell.... Literally
New book shows heroism, loneliness, and the meaning of true love. - August 01, 2009 - Morgalla, Inc.
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on SOX for Small Businesses: Final Implementation
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: “SOX for Small Businesses: Final Implementation”. This two-hour event is scheduled on Thursday, October 30,... - August 01, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
John R. McGrath, Managing Director / Forensic & Litigation Consulting, FTI to Speak at KC’s Event on Significant Changes to Income Tax Accounting and IFRS 09/08/09
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts has announced today that John R. McGrath, Managing Director / Forensic & Litigation Consulting of FTI will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled:... - August 01, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on The New Form 1041: A Line-by-Line Walkthrough
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: “The New Form 1041: A Line-by-Line Walkthrough”. This two-hour event is scheduled on Thursday, January 28,... - August 01, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on Significant Changes to Income Tax Accounting and IFRS
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: “The Significant Changes to Income Tax Accounting and IFRS”. This two-hour event is scheduled on Tuesday,... - August 01, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
DAILY Released Low Cost RFID Reader Module Series
DAILY RFID has launched a series of RFID Reader module for easy integration into most LF/HF RFID programs with a low cost. The reader module delivers high performance while enabling low power consumption. Operating at 125KHz or 13.56MHz, the RFID Reader module is designed in a user-friendly mode. - August 01, 2009 - DAILY RFID CO., Limited
Rosemarie C. Steeb, Executive Director, Personal Financial Services, Ernst & Young LLP to Speak at KC’s Event on New Form 1041: A Line-by-Line Walkthrough on 01/28/2010
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts has announced today that Rosemarie C. Steeb, Executive Director, Personal Financial Services of Ernst & Young LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled:... - August 01, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Steven L. Siemborski, Partner, Grant Thornton LLP to Speak at KC’s Event SOX for Small Businesses: Final Implementation on 10/30/09
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts has announced today that Steven L. Siemborski, Partner, Regional Advisory Services Leader, National Solution Leader Governance Risk and Compliance of Grant Thornton LLP will speak at... - August 01, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Temporary Freezers for London Kitchen Refurbishment
Three freezer units were recently hired to a London hotel whilst refurbishment was taking place on their kitchen. - August 01, 2009 - All Seasons Hire
Cincy Chic Raffles $1,500 Wedding Package at Bridalrama
Leading Online Women’s Publication Puts $1,500 Wedding Package Up for Grabs at Upcoming Expo. - August 01, 2009 - Cincy Chic
Business Intelligence Reporting Just Got Better, Faster
mrc recently upgraded m-Power with a new ranking report template to improve business intelligence reporting functionality. Users can now create reports with variable rankings, across multiple dimensions, and specify selection criteria at run-time. - August 01, 2009 - michaels, ross & cole, ltd.
NAIP Offers Members 10% Discount and 3 Months Free Monitoring
NAIP: The National Association of Installing Partners gets its members 'three months free.' Partnership with Vision brings discounted monitoring and interactive video capabilities. - August 01, 2009 - National Association of Installing Partners
Nora Zeelie Joins the ActionCOACH Community
Nora Zeelie will help re-educate the South African business community through business coaching and mentoring. - August 01, 2009 - ActionCOACH
INCREASE CDC to Host Business & Community Resources Expo
When Americans need it most, one Columbus-based community development corporation is organizing an opportunity for business owners, aspiring entrepreneurs, and resource-seekers to network. - August 01, 2009 - INCREASE CDC
Dallas Light Bulb Opens Online Superstore
Dallas Light Bulb has launched DallasLightBulb.com, an online retail superstore that provides home and business consumers across the U.S. with prompt service and access to over 15,000 indoor and outdoor bulbs, accessories and specializes in all those hard to find bulbs. DallasLightBulb.com stocks... - July 31, 2009 - Dallas Light Bulb
North Carolina Video Production Company, In His Service Productions, Investing in New Technology
In His Service Productions has recently been blessed with the ability to invest in newer technologies, including a new boom, high-definition recording, and transfer equipment to take old film and render it to DVD. - July 31, 2009 - In His Service Productions
Previously Hard to Find Shipping System Hardware Now Available at Harvey Software's On-Line Store Powered by Amazon.com
Today, Harvey Software, Inc. introduced its new On-Line Store at http://www.HarveyShop.com, powered by Amazon.com® and using Google Checkout™. Harvey Software's new On-line store provides one-stop shopping for the software and other equipment companies need to update and upgrade their... - July 31, 2009 - Harvey Software, Inc.
Spotzero Launches "So What Makes Your Business So Special" Contest in Los Angeles Aimed at Small Businesses
Company to Help Small Businesses Get Noticed Online by Giving Away 2 Online Video and Social Media Packages Valued at Over $2,500 Each. - July 31, 2009 - Spotzero Online Video And Social Media Marketing
Czech Republic Consulate to Host Nolcha Fashion Week: New York Designer Runway Shows
Nolcha, an organization that supports, promotes and educates emerging and independent fashion talent from around the globe, partners with Czech Republic Consulate General to host Nolcha Fashion Week: New York September 2009. - July 31, 2009 - Nolcha
Smart Transaction Systems Launches Mobile WebTerminal
New solution allows merchants to process gift and loyalty card transactions using smartphones. - July 31, 2009 - Smart Transaction Systems
EV-Charge America Today Announced the Release of Gen2 the Next Generation of Fast Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
The Gen2® Fast Electric Vehicle Charging Stations have significantly more advantages over the older versions of charging stations that have had limited success in the marketplace. - July 31, 2009 - EV-Charge America
Texas Research and Investment Obtains Spirit Thinking Process® Series Being Developed by Dr. Reece W. Manley
TRI acquires works of Dr. Reece W. Manley, seeks agents and publishers for predicted 100,000 run on self-help and spirituality platforms. - July 31, 2009 - Advocate USA LLC
Southampton Based SEO Company Appoint PR Specialist
Koozai are introducing an online PR specialist to help create a successful combination of online and offline media functions, increasing their resources and fulfilling a better service. - July 31, 2009 - Koozai
LifeLine Nonprofit Management System Partners with DonorPerfect Online
LifeLine clients now have the option to migrate to DonorPerfect Online web-based fundraising software. - July 31, 2009 - SofterWare
Mr. Walter I. Jones Named to Ezenia! Inc. Board of Advisors
Ezenia, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: EZEN.OB), a leading provider of real time solutions for situation sensitive and mission critical applications in corporate, government and commercial networks, announced today that BGen. Walter I. Jones (USAF-Retired) has been appointed to the Ezenia Board of... - July 31, 2009 - Ezenia! Inc.
Mr. T. Kevin Carroll Named to Ezenia! Inc. Board of Advisors
Ezenia, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: EZEN.OB), a leading provider of real time solutions for situation sensitive and mission critical applications in corporate, government and commercial networks, announced today that Mr. T. Kevin Carroll has been appointed to the Ezenia Board of Advisors (BOA). The... - July 31, 2009 - Ezenia! Inc.
M&A Private Buyer Activity Increases
Buyers of Privately-Held Companies Shifting in the Current Market. - July 31, 2009 - The Transition Companies
RedVector Introduces Webcasts
Webcasts Allow Students to View Previously Recorded Webinars. - July 31, 2009 - RedVector
RedVector Releases New Course in “The University of Tennessee Certificate in Sustainable Design and Green Buildings”
“Green Design: Theory of Complex Levels in Sustainable Design” is the Seventh Course in a Series of Ten. - July 31, 2009 - RedVector
Lombard Risk Addresses Broad Reform Of FSA Liquidity Standards - (FSA CP08/22, CP08/24, CP09/13, and CP09/14)
Lombard Risk today announced its liquidity risk management and regulatory reporting compliance program to help financial institutions meet the Financial Services Authority’s new rules governing liquidity. The FSA requires more shock absorbers to avoid potential liquidity problems. The... - July 31, 2009 - Lombard Risk
POS Software for Mac is Now Free with Imonggo Point of Sale System
Mac users can now enjoy a first-rate point of sale system with Imonggo, the revolutionary and free web-based POS software. Mac users, traditionally, have a very limited choice with good quality POS software, since most of them require installation. A lot of popular POS software are only available... - July 31, 2009 - Imonggo POS Software
Confero, Inc. Names Business Development Manager
Elaine Buxton, president of Confero, Inc., (www.conferoinc.com), a national customer experience measurement firm, has announced that Janet Morrison has been named business development manager. Morrison joins Confero with more than 20 years of marketing and sales experience, and 18 years of... - July 31, 2009 - Confero, Inc.
Tips and Tricks About the Google Analytics Web Site Monitoring Tool
Greg Bray, President of Blue Tangerine Solutions will discuss on the occasion of a Webinar how to understand and use Google analytics successfully. - July 31, 2009 - Blue Tangerine Solutions
Commercial Refrigeration Supplied for County Show
All Seasons Hire recently supplied commercial refrigeration to a major county show. - July 31, 2009 - All Seasons Hire
Chasse Returns from Giving Aid in Africa
President and CEO of Chasse Consulting: Sales Strategies Inc., Beverly Chasse, returns from a two-week mission trip to Zambia, Africa. - July 31, 2009 - Chasse Consulting: Sales Strategies, Inc.
Unique Leadership Training Program Introduces Military Adventure in the Florida Everglades
Retired Delta Force Operator and CEO of Adventure Training Concepts helps corporate executives build stronger leadership skills during an intense Special Operations Adventure in the Florida Everglades. - July 31, 2009 - Adventure Training Concepts
As US Obesity Rates Continue to Climb, Celebrity Trainer and Operation Fitness Founder Receives Resolution from Los Angeles City Council President Eric Garcetti
Los Angeles City Council President Eric Garcetti will be presenting Michael Torchia, founder of Operation Fitness with a resolution from the City of Los Angeles for his work as a health expert and his Shape Up America Campaign. This presentation will take place this Friday, July 31st, 2009 between 10:00 - 10:30am. - July 30, 2009 - Michael Torchia
PrintsMadeEasy Debuts "Facebook Fan" Promotion
PrintsMadeEasy is offering all Facebook users the opportunity to order 500 free business cards by becoming Fans of www.printsmadeeasy.com. PrintsMadeEasy is expanding its reach to include members of social networking sites who might otherwise have not searched out an online business card... - July 30, 2009 - PrintsMadeEasy.com
Award-Winning Creative Director Joshua Berger Joins ID Branding
Today, ID Branding, a full-service brand culture agency, announced that it has welcomed Joshua Berger as its new creative director. Berger is founder and creative director of Plazm, listed by ID Magazine as one of the world’s 40 most influential design firms. Bringing a wealth of design and... - July 30, 2009 - ID Branding
RPN & Carbonfund.org Publish Purchasing Guide for Carbon Offsets
Third-Party Standards, Verification and Auditing Are Hallmarks of Quality. - July 30, 2009 - Carbonfund.org
Enjoy a $4,500 Incentive Toward the BMW of Your Dreams at Shelly BMW: Dealership to Participate in New Car Allowance Rebate Program
Shelly BMW is inviting all Southern California residents to take advantage of the new Car Allowance Rebate System and turn in their current less fuel-efficient clunker for a more fuel-efficient vehicle. - July 30, 2009 - Shelly BMW
New Firm Offers Online Education for Entrepreneurs - Teams Up with Kauffman Foundation to Promote Entrepreneurial Mindset Program
The Entrepreneurial Learning Institute (www.elientrepreneur.com), a world leader in the field of entrepreneurship education, training and development, releases an online learning program designed to foster entrepreneurial thinking in classrooms and communities across the globe. - July 30, 2009 - The Entrepreneurial Learning Initiative, LLC
'Facelift' Helps Service Professionals Maximize Business Relationships and Elevate Profits Using Facebook
New Book Written Specifically for Doctors, Lawyers, Real Estate Agents and Other Service Professionals That Want to Use Facebook as a Marketing Platform - July 30, 2009 - Facelift
Economic Downturn Prompts Mesa Garage Doors to Offer Most Affordable Garage Doors in Its History
Mesa Garage Doors, the industry leader in garage door sales and installation in Southern California, is proud to announce an incredible savings opportunity for property owners seeking a price break on a new garage door. As a result of the global economic downturn, Mesa Garage Doors has been able... - July 30, 2009 - Mesa Garage Doors
Home Buyers Quick Cash for Properties Offer Excellent Rates When You Need Cash for Property
Homebuyers QCFP are one of the most successful and professional home buyers in the UK who can offer quick cash for properties. In addition to providing tailored cash loans for a wide spectrum of home buyers, Quick cash for Properties arrange very reasonable offers for property, both residential and commercial across the UK. They understand the property market implicitly and reflect their expertise to provide 1st class services as home buyers to all four corners of the United Kingdom. - July 30, 2009 - Quick Cash for Properties
One Man Against a 30 Inch Pizza at Randys Premier Pizza
One Man Against a 30 Inch Pizza at Randys Premier Pizza - July 30, 2009 - Randy's Pizza
Rockabilly Star Joins Be Bop A Lula At Edinburgh Fringe Festival 16-30 Aug
Scotland’s foremost rockabilly artist Paul Paterson is Music Director of revival of legendary stageshow Be Bop A Lula 16-30 Aug at Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2009. - July 30, 2009 - Be Bop A Lula