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SILVER CROSS Victoria Opening in Fall of 2009 Offering Recycled and New Stair Lifts, Wheelchairs, Scooters and Other Accessibility and Mobility Equipment
North America is about to see a demographic shift unlike any in previous history. The population of North America is reaching retirement age in the next few years at unprecedented levels. SILVER CROSS recognized this fact and began to develop a network of locations, focused on delivering a lower cost alternative for access and mobility equipment to serve the needs of this population. Products offered include stair lifts, porch lifts, home elevators, scooters, wheelchairs and patient lifts. - July 28, 2009 - SILVER CROSS
NewHomeBuyerDeals.com Finds Niche in New Home Marketing
NewHomeBuyerDeals.com is a brand new website where homebuyers and Real Estate Professionals can find information about Florida new home builders. The website displays Florida new home builder ads in the same fashion as your local paper, but the new home ads are always available, and each ad clicks-through to the home builders’ website. NewHomeBuyerDeals.com has received a great reaction from homebuyers, real estate professionals, and home builders. - July 28, 2009 - NewHomeBuyerDeals.com
CEShoppes Commissions Art Glass Awards for Toyota
Toyota Motor Sales selects CEShoppes to create one-of-a-kind art glass awards to recognize its Customer Services Advisory Board. - July 28, 2009 - Creative Expressions of Tampa Bay, Inc
Notary Public Underwriters, Inc. Ranked #4 in Florida Trend's Best Companies to Work for in Florida - Best Small Companies Category
Notary Public Underwriters, Inc. was recently named one of Florida’s Best Companies To Work For. NPU was ranked #4 in the Best Small Companies category and named in the top 12 Overall Engagement category which includes all placing companies. One-hundred companies were recognized in small,... - July 28, 2009 - Notary Public Underwriters, Inc.
Amy Mayer Named 2009 Young Entrepreneur of the Year by Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal
BI Consulting Group President Honored with Prestigious Designation. - July 28, 2009 - BI Consulting Group
AddressTwo Hullabaloo to be Held September 16th
Sales and Networking Workshops Offered from Top Trainers in Indiana. - July 28, 2009 - AddressTwo
9001Manual.com Launch New ‘Off the Shelf’ Quality Manual Packages That Will Guarantee Your ISO 9001 Certification
Achieving ISO 9001 certification for your business no longer requires expensive consultancy fees. The new packages on sale at 9001Manual.com contain all the required documents and guidance to guarantee certification. - July 28, 2009 - 9001Manual.com
New CO2 Emissions Savings Calculator Introduced
New easy-to-use system clearly illustrates the pounds of plastic saved when customers choose the right liner for the right application. - July 28, 2009 - Pro-Link, Inc
Bed Bug – Busters Has Expanded and Now is Able to Service People That Are Moving and Are Bed Bug Free and Want to Stay That Way
Bed Bugs are creating havoc for apartment dwellers even if they themselves don’t have them. It has been reported that bed bugs quickly can infest a dwelling and even worse, they are developing a resistance to common Pest Control Operator treatments, having people even more on edge. All it... - July 27, 2009 - Bed Bug - Busters
Preteen Book Strikes a Chord
Richard Mulligan's gripping preteen tale about a lost pet who has lost his memory and is thrust into a perilous mission to solve some perplexing mysteries is compelling on two levels: its suspenseful drama (mitigated by humor), and its positive, useful, and timely message. Along the way, it also educates its young readers about nature and the animal world. - July 27, 2009 - Richard Mulligan
Seniority1 Helps Seniors Keep a Lid on Caregiver Costs During Uncertain Times
Cost Saving Measures for High-Tech Seniors. - July 27, 2009 - Seniority1
"Christina DeRosa Cabaret Show" at the Camden House
Actress, Singer, Model Christina DeRosa will perform in her own show “Christina DeRosa’s Cabaret Show” at the Camden House - July 27, 2009 - Christina DeRosa
Virtual Abundance Expo Uses Mobile to Create Buzz and Increase Participation
MobiReply, the world’s first text message autoresponder is powering the buzz behind the upcoming Virtual Abundance Expo co-hosted by Scott Martineau and Alex Mandossian. The event features 12 thought leaders such as, Bob Proctor, Marci Shimoff, Jack Canfield and others over four days... - July 27, 2009 - markUmobile, LLC
Idea Café Announces Winner of Small Business Cash Grant
IdeaCafe.com, a top-rated website for small business, announced the winner for its seventh small-business grant, The Entrepreneurial Spirit 2009 Grant. Go Green Go won the $1,000.00 grant by receiving the most votes from Idea Café regulars. With its original concept of promoting... - July 27, 2009 - DevStart, Inc.
BizTradeShows.com Joins Hands with Booking.com
BizTradeShows.com has established a tie up with online hotel reservation agency Booking.com. It will provide all the details of hotel reservations to business visitors, who are attending trade events, without the need of endless searching. - July 27, 2009 - Biztradeshows.com
Valencia Accounting Firm Joins Russell Bedford Venezuela
Russell Bedford International appoints Mungarrieta & Asociados as the Valencia member in its newly-launched Venezuelan national network. - July 26, 2009 - Russell Bedford International
Productivity Expert, Paul Burton Joins Business Expert Webinars Speaker Portfolio
Business Expert Webinars (BEW), the leading provider of business eLearning, announced that productivity expert, Paul Burton, has joined their speaker community. “With workforces having been reduced, business leaders are asking their employees to perform at optimum levels to ensure the work... - July 26, 2009 - Business Expert Webinars
Leadership Expert, Raj Gavurla Joins Business Expert Webinars Speaker Portfolio
Business Expert Webinars (BEW), the leading provider of business eLearning, announced that leadership expert, Raj Gavurla, has joined their speaker community. “Running your own business is exciting and scary at the same time…especially as an entrepreneur. Sometimes fear keeps you from... - July 26, 2009 - Business Expert Webinars
Customer Service Expert, Susan Hoekstra Joins Business Expert Webinars Speaker Portfolio
Business Expert Webinars (BEW), the leading provider of business eLearning, announced that customer service expert, Susan Hoekstra, has joined their speaker community. “Customer service isn't just about retaining clients. It's about creating an experience that leads your clients to want to... - July 26, 2009 - Business Expert Webinars
Acuity Institute Launches New Change Management Course, “Disruptive Change”
Acuity Institute, a leading provider of Six Sigma online training solutions and certification for individuals and organizations, has released a new online change management course titled “Disruptive Change - Disrupt the Status Quo to Create the Future.” This course has been designed to... - July 26, 2009 - Acuity Institute
Atlantic Global PLC Announce the Release of Atlantic Global OnDemand v3
Professional Service Automation and Project Portfolio Management Software provider Atlantic Global announce major enhancements to the market-leading solution Atlantic Global OnDemand. - July 25, 2009 - Atlantic Global PLC
Kick Start a Career at the Legacy Preston International
With national unemployment figures at a 12 year high having work experience under your belt is now as important as ever. The harsh reality awaiting many students fresh out of college or university is that job opportunities relevant to the qualifications they have worked for are now few and far... - July 25, 2009 - Legacy Hotels
‘Works Both Ways.com’ Finally, Some Good News for Job-Hunters
A recession-busting solution for skilled jobseekers and those who need their expertise. - July 25, 2009 - Works Both Ways
Morrison & Foerster’s David M. Lynn to Speak at Knowledge Congress’ Understanding New Compliance & Disclosure Interpretations ("C&DIs")
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts announced today that Dennis Bertron, Partner, Behar Bertron PLLC will speak at The Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “Understanding New Compliance &... - July 25, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Executive Coaching International Introduces New Development Process to Recapture Lost Productivity
Self-Guided, Coach Supported Development Program Assists Organizations with Employee Engagement and Productivity Reclamation. - July 25, 2009 - Executive Coaching International
The Six Tenets of the Copier Companies (and How to Get a Better Deal)
DocuSense offers a whitepaper on how to choose the right multifunction equipment without going over budget and getting exactly what you need. - July 25, 2009 - DocuSense Incorporated
DEAC Increases Service Export Volume
In times, when every company is crucial in the process of contributing into improvement of the external trade balance, in order to revive the Latvian economy, the biggest Latvian data centre operator – DEAC – has significantly increased the export volume of the rendered services. Within... - July 24, 2009 - Digital Economy Advancement Center
Lack of Qualified Tourism Graduates Threaten Vietnam
A shortage of qualified tourism workers are slowly pulling Vietnam’s tourism sector down according to a luxury travel operator in the country. Luxury Travel Founder and CEO Pham Ha said there were several constraints on tourism training which hindered progression. These included a lack of... - July 24, 2009 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
China Laptops Wholesaler ePathChina.com Offers a Delivery Guarantee and a One-year Warranty for Resellers
Established manufacturers of laptops are facing a new challenge from China Laptops wholesale manufacturers. And eBay resellers and online e-commerce store owners in an excellent position to get big profits from the challenge. - July 24, 2009 - ePathChina Limited
SendRakhiGiftsToIndia.com Covers 3000 Locations for Rakhi 2009
The Press Release deals with the target set by SendRakhiGiftsToIndia.com of covering 3000 locations in India on Rakhi. - July 24, 2009 - SendRakhiGiftstoIndia.Com
DIG Coaching Launches Attention Talk Radio, the Show that Focuses on Insight and Insightful Thinking
Attention Talk Radio host Jeff Copper, one of the world's only attention coaches, helps individuals focus on insight and insightful thinking to discover a new approach to paying attention to what they pay attention to, helping them to look at an issue in a different way rather than focusing on the obvious solution. - July 24, 2009 - DIG Coaching Practice LLC
Foreclosure Response Team Expands Into Virginia, Maryland and Washington, Dc Areas
Scott D. Coloney, President of Fort Lauderdale, FL –based Foreclosure Response Team, has announced the company’s recent expansion into Virginia, Maryland and Washington, DC areas. The Foreclosure Response Team is a national Realtor network with advanced short sale technology, training... - July 24, 2009 - Foreclosure Response Team
Finally Someone is in the Customers’ Corner for Copier, Printer and Managed Print Services Contracts
Copier contract review and negotiation for end users with their vendor of choice. All fees are taken out of savings. Focus on Managed Print Service contracts, Cost per Copy contracts and/or any contract with a minimum impression commitment. - July 24, 2009 - Xippa
KM&T to Give Advice at Lean Government Event
A Coventry-based company and UK leader in providing improvement programmes for businesses will be giving advice to senior figures within public sector organisations at a government conference in London. Simon Champion, the Managing Director of KM&T, is a keynote speaker at the Lean Government... - July 24, 2009 - Knowledge Management and Transfer (KM&T)
Sonitrol Pacific Detection Yields Arrest of School Vandals
Police arrested three people suspected of breaking into a Washington high school to vandalize it July 12 after Sonitrol Pacific detected threatening activity. Sonitrol Pacific Operator Tara Fulmer received an activation from the school’s security system and called the school district’s... - July 24, 2009 - Sound Security, Inc., dba Sonitrol Pacific
Foreclosure Response Team Facilitates Short Sale Closing in Michigan
The Foreclosure Response Team of Michigan, a corporate affiliate of Fort Lauderdale-based Foreclosure Response Team (FRT) led by President Scott D. Coloney, has announced that the company has facilitated its first Short Sale since expanding into the state of Michigan this past January. The modular... - July 24, 2009 - Foreclosure Response Team
Solar Velocity Named One of the Top 25 Atlanta Marketing Firms by the Atlanta Business Chronicle
Solar Velocity is a full-service marketing company that blends traditional marketing like print and packaging with “new” interactive marketing such as web design and internet applications. “We were pleased to be recognized with such a distinguished group of companies,” says... - July 23, 2009 - Solar Velocity
Kiss New York Launches New Website; Beauty Tips, How to Videos, New Products and Events
Kiss New York is more than just make-up, it is about a lifestyle. Learn about the exciting community programs and upcoming events presented by Kiss New York. The new website also features How-To Videos, Lifestyle Videos, Celebrity Make-up Artist Tips, and Product Details. - July 23, 2009 - Kiss New York
New Companies and Products Launching at Inman's Real Estate Connect SF 2009
The companies and products described below are launching at Inman's Real Estate Connect San Francisco 2009. Please make sure to stop by and visit them in the exhibit hall. The SmartClosing Calculator™ is an interactive widget that enables consumers and real estate professionals to shop and... - July 23, 2009 - Inman News
New Capabilities for A2 Technologies Exoscan™ -the FTIR System for Lab and Field Use
A2 Technologies announces increased sampling and usability capabilities for its compact Exoscan FTIR spectrometer system. These enhancements extend the capability of this spectrometer to cover an array of applications and make the Exoscan the ideal system for the scientist who requires optimum... - July 23, 2009 - A2 Technologies
Vacation Rentals Hit by Economic Downturn? Here’s Simple Tips That Will Help Boost Your Bookings and Fill Your Calendar.
Vacation rental owners know that renting property hasn’t gotten any easier in these economic times. However, there are things they can do. Jayne Brodie has found a proven formula for keeping your property booked that doesn’t require advertising in more places or spending more money. - July 23, 2009 - Booked Solid Rentals
LawProspector Helps Avoid Litigation Support Sales Malpractice
Using these best practice techniques, a litigation support sales team can make targeting major law firms and corporate law departments more like shooting fish in a barrel than looking for a needle in a haystack. The use of LawProspector is recommended and specific techniques for building a prospecting campaign are described. This approach largely eliminates the need for litigation support firms to tediously dig through court dockets and records to find sales leads - July 23, 2009 - LawProspector, LLC
Mr. Dallas Hale 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. Dallas Hale has been appointed to the Ezenia Board of Advisors (BOA). The first... - July 23, 2009 - Ezenia! Inc.
Mr. Steven I. Cooper 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. Steven I. Cooper has been appointed to the Ezenia Board of Advisors (BOA). The... - July 23, 2009 - Ezenia! Inc.
Women of the World and NuU Medspa Meet to Make a Difference
Women of the World part of World Trade Center Illinois, and NuU Medspa join forces at Fashion Face Forward, Wednesday, July 22, 2009, at the Union League Club, Chicago, to promote women entrepreneurs and organizations through global relationships. Fashion Face Forward is one of the many events put... - July 23, 2009 - NuU Unlimited
PrintsMadeEasy.com – Reaching Out to Returning Troops
Helping returning veterans cope with recent economic developments is one of the most important missions for PrintsMadeEasy in 2009 and beyond. In order to make re-entry into civilian life and business a bit easier, PrintsMadeEasy is offering 500 free business cards to any returning veteran who uses... - July 23, 2009 - PrintsMadeEasy.com
New Control and Risk Calculator Reduces Guesswork in IT Investments
Free analyst tool helps IT and compliance managers assess and prioritize compliance and control efforts around information protection, integrity, and availability. - July 23, 2009 - Truth to Power, LLC
Susan Hart Joins R&J Public Relations as Account Coordinator
R&J Public Relations LLC (R&J), a leading brand-building public relations agency, is pleased to announce the addition of Susan Hart of Hillsborough, N.J., to the firm as an Account Coordinator. At R&J, Hart will assume an important support role for the agency’s account management... - July 23, 2009 - R&J Public Relations
Wicklow Based IT Company Win Backup Deal
Laztech IT services recently won a deal to install keepITsafe online backup into Doody Crowley Chartered Accountants based in Dublin 2. For Doody Crowley it was absolutely critical that they utilise a reliable, automated, offsite data protection plan that could grow with their business... - July 23, 2009 - keepITsafe
Portable Air Conditioning Supplied to Feature Film Set
When the actors were getting over heated during filming for a feature film All Seasons Hire were called in to provide Temporary Air Conditioning. The Portable Air Conditioners selected for the application were Coolbreeze 35e Exhaust Tube Units. These powerful Portable Units can provide 10.25kw of... - July 23, 2009 - All Seasons Hire