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Ohana Modular Homes Launches New Website
Website Provides Detail Regarding Affordable Housing Solutions - January 25, 2010 - Blue Planet Studio
Bob Sisson Has Become a Certified Senior Home Safety Inspector
Bob Sisson, owner of Inspections by Bob, LLC, in Gaithersburg, MD, has just completed the approval process to become a Certified Senior Home Safety Inspector. Upon fulfilling the requirements, he has been named a provider for the Senior Home Safety Network (SHSN). This is a national network of... - January 25, 2010 - Inspections by Bob
Balfour Beatty Construction Named One of the Country’s Best Employers
On January 21, Fortune magazine recognized Balfour Beatty Construction for its commitment to employees by placing the company on its prestigious “100 Best Companies to Work For” list. The distinction is a first for the company, which ranked 76th on the list, and it reflects how a... - January 25, 2010 - Balfour Beatty Construction
Foreclosure Prevention & Intervention Services 10 Facts About the Process
Foreclosure prevention and foreclosure intervention are two very different services. Consumer Credit Counseling Service is trained and certified to help with both. Here's how easy the process can be: - January 25, 2010 - Consumer Credit Counseling Service of Aurora
Axacore's Fax Agent Releases Service Provider Enhancements
The Latest Feature Enhancements Show Lasting Promise - January 25, 2010 - Axacore Inc.
NorthStar Utilities Solutions Continues MDM Innovation with the Release of MeterSense 2.0
NorthStar Utilities Solutions continues to improve the efficiency of electric, gas and water utilities with the release of their meter data management solution - MeterSense 2.0. MeterSense helps utilities tie their AMR/AMI technology into its business processes by integrating multiple systems and automating workflows to gain operational efficiencies. - January 25, 2010 - NorthStar Utilities Solutions
Olive’s Organic Botanicals Facial Replenisher Cleanser with Carrot Seed Was Voted One of the "Top Five Best Facial Cleansers" December 2009
Olive’s Organic Botanicals Facial Replenisher Cleanser with Carrot Seed was voted one of the “Top Five Best Facial Cleansers” – December, 2009 by Marta Wohrle, Founder of Truth In Aging. Olive’s Facial Replenisher Cleanser with Carrot Seed is another successful... - January 25, 2010 - Olives Organic Botanicals
Evo Exhibits Introduces Unique Magellan Trade Show Displays
The Magellan series is a clear cut winner with style awards among trade show in-line displays. Magellan displays are portable hybrids with a curvy appeal to stand out in any convention expo. - January 25, 2010 - Evo Exhibits
A Physician's Plight by Katherine Klein MD
A Book about Professional Success but Personal Disaster. - January 25, 2010 - Katherine Klein MD
The Leading Economic Indexes From Consumer Metrics Institute Tell Remarkably Different Story
The disconnection between forecasts made by some closely watched leading indexes and the eventual results in the real economy has become evident during the recent recession and current recovery. Those disparities become glaring last week. - January 25, 2010 - Consumer Metrics Institute, Inc.
RegaloCard Adds Leading Mobile Retailer in El Salvador to Its Mobile Payments Network
Universo Cellular Partners with RegaloCard Enabling Salvadorans in the US to Purchase Mobile Phones and Talk Time for Their Families Back Home While Avoiding Costly Money Transfer Fees. - January 25, 2010 - RegaloCard
Cool Life Systems Attends Alliance of Merger and Acquisition Advisors 2010 Winter Conference
Cool Life Systems attends and sponsors the Alliance of Merger Acquisition Advisors 2010 Winter Conference in Las Vegas, NV held January 12-14, 2010. - January 25, 2010 - Cool Life Systems
Demand for London Serviced Offices Drives Fresh Expansion with New Prestigious Office Address
Increased interest in London office space continues as Grosvenor and Executive Offices Group launch new London serviced offices and meeting rooms at prime Mayfair location - January 25, 2010 - Executive Offices Group
Language Weaver’s CEO Predicts What’s in Store for Language Translation in 2010
Mark Tapling Reflects on 2009’s Most Notable Translation Milestones and How They Will Shape Global Communication and Customer Care in 2010 - January 25, 2010 - Language Weaver
Tampa Bay PDMA Chapter Experiences Leadership Change
The local chapter of the Product Development & Management Association is announcing its new leadership, as well as near-term plans to introduce additional membership benefits for individuals, teams, and corporations. - January 25, 2010 - PDMA Tampa Bay Chapter
Increase Small Business Relationship Profitability and Cross Sells: Banking Webinar to Tell How
One of the keys to banks increasing relationship profitability and cross sells, according to small business bank training specialist Clarity Advantage, is attracting full small business relationships (business + owner + employee). The company will host Capturing Mixed Small Business Households, a complimentary webinar on February 11, 2010, to share tips for maximizing opportunities with small business households. - January 25, 2010 - Clarity Advantage Corporation
Businesses Donate Organizing Services to Local High School for Get Organized GO Month
The owners of Office Assistance Plus and The Organizing Queen announced today that they have selected Land O’ Lakes High School (LOLHS) as the recipient of free organizing services from their companies for Get Organized (GO) Month. January is designated as “GO” Month by NAPO... - January 24, 2010 - Office Assistance Plus
ActionCOACH of Elm Grove Has Named Terri Demos as Director of Operations
Terri Demos named Director of Operations of ActionCOACH of Elm Grove, WI. - January 24, 2010 - ActionCOACH of Elm Grove
Prosperity Plus to Outline Anatomy of Successful Sales Planning in Free Webinar for Office Products Dealers, Feb 4
Free webinar provides inside look at workable methods for growing sales more effectively in the office products industry. - January 24, 2010 - Prosperity Plus Management Consulting
Premier Business Showcase Hosts Cocktail Networking Event Featuring Celebrity Event Designer
TV Personality Samantha Goldberg will offer advice and tips on “Positioning Your Business for Success in 2010.” - January 24, 2010 - Samantha Goldberg & Co.
Challenging Small Businesses to Step Up for Haiti
Western Canadian Furnace Company (www.westerncanadianfurnace.com) which is a family-run business in Calgary, is challenging other Canadian businesses to stand up and contribute what they can to Haiti. - January 24, 2010 - Western Canadian Furnace
International Affairs Council Names 2010 Board of Directors
Todd Culpepper, executive director of the International Affairs Council (IAC) (www.iacnc.org), has announced the organization’s 2010 board of directors. Board members will help IAC continue its initiative for educating the community about world affairs, as well as strengthening relationships... - January 24, 2010 - International Affairs Council
ATCOM Business Telecom Solutions Inks Deal with Union Independent School
David Finch, president and CEO of ATCOM Business Telecom Solutions (www.atcombts.com), a communications solutions provider, has announced that the company has installed a Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) communications system for Union Independent School in Durham, N.C. The VoIP platform was... - January 24, 2010 - ATCOM Business Telecom Solutions
Milanoo Has Released Its New Products
Milanoo.com has released its brand new products-homecoming dresses after a long negotiation with its formal dresses suppliers. The staff of Milanoo did lots of surveys and research before releasing those stylish and fashionable homecoming dresses. Those stylish, shimmery homecoming dress would... - January 24, 2010 - milanoo.com
Joel Trotter, Partner, Latham & Watkins LLP to Speak at KC’s Event on Goodwill and Intangible Asset Impairment Live Webcast on 1/28/10
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts has announced today Joel Trotter, Partner, Latham & Watkins LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “Goodwill and Intangible Asset... - January 24, 2010 - The Knowledge Group
Grid-Tools Ltd Launch Version 2.6 of Datamaker™, Offering Separate Data Masking Components
Leading data masking vendor announces new enhancements to data masking and obfuscation solution. - January 23, 2010 - Grid-Tools Ltd
anyoption™ Launches Online Affiliate Program – anyoption™ Partners
anyoption™, the leading binary option trading platform of its kind, has launched anyoption™ Partners. This new affiliate program is a gateway to affiliates wishing to enter the growing and profitable world of binary options trading. The program offers lucrative commission plans with a celebratory special launch offer available for a short time only. - January 23, 2010 - anyoption™
Plante & Moran Named to FORTUNE Magazine’s List of “100 Best Companies to Work For” for 12th Consecutive Year
Celebrating 86 years of history and a dozen years as one of the nation’s best places to work. - January 23, 2010 - Plante & Moran
Socius Announces Creation of Advanced Distribution Partners for Microsoft Dynamics AX
Socius, a leading Microsoft Gold Certified Partner, announced today the creation of a new Microsoft Dynamics Partner Group focused on delivering world class Advanced Distribution solutions built on solutions from Microsoft Dynamics and TVH Consulting. Advanced Distribution Partners is a group of... - January 23, 2010 - Socius
Marlborough 2010 Corporation to Hold Annual Meeting on January 27
Marlborough 2010 Corporation, the state chartered economic development corporation for the City of Marlborough, MA, will hold its annual meeting on January 27, 2010. - January 23, 2010 - Marlborough Economic Development Corporation
BJAC to Participate in 2010 N.C. Main Street Conference
Lou Jurkowski, CEO at BJAC, pa (www.bjac.com), an architectural firm offering professional services for specialized, complex institutional projects, has announced that Jim Briglia, an architect at the firm, will conduct a tour of the Tryon Palace N.C. History Education Center on Wednesday, Jan. 27,... - January 23, 2010 - BJAC
Raleigh Restaurants Host Dine Out for Haiti Event
Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality (www.rockytophospitality.com), has announced that all Rocky Top Hospitality’s restaurants will participate in a Triangle-wide Dine Out for Haiti relief fundraiser. The Dine Out event will support aid efforts in Haiti, with restaurants across the... - January 23, 2010 - Rocky Top Hospitality
Back Yard Burgers Launches Website, Social Media Campaign and Free Burgers
The specialty char-grilled burger chain, Back Yard Burgers, is partnering with award-winning Paramore|Redd Online Marketing and launching a new website and social media campaign yielding participants a free burger. Bob Page, chief operating officer for Back Yard Burgers, said the cooked-to-order,... - January 22, 2010 - Back Yard Burgers
Invent-Tech Posts Details of Award of Six Figure Judgment to Company Website
Invention Technologies, Inc., a Coral Gables, Florida-based invention assistance firm, is pleased to announce that it has just posted the details of an award of a $125,000 judgment against a New Mexico-based inventor to their official company website. The inventor was found to have made multiple... - January 22, 2010 - Invention Technologies, Inc.
We the People, Inc. of the United States Provides Effective Relief Method for Haiti Victims
Tallahassee nonprofit, We the People, Inc. of the United States is currently in need of community support to raise $15,000 to send medical supplies, surgical equipment, food, and water directly to St. Nicholas Hospital in St. Marc. - January 22, 2010 - We The People, Inc.
Piyolet is Pleased to Announce: Ayana Mack Will Host and Grey Goose Will Sponsor the Divas' Closet Cleanout
Designer Clothing Auction and Sale to support Dress for Success - January 22, 2010 - Piyolet, LLC
Irvine BMW Announces That Multiple BMW Models Win Best Resale Value Awards
BMW Models Kelley Blue Book kbb.com and Automotive Lease Guide Voted Best Resale Value at Irvine BMW - January 22, 2010 - Irvine BMW
Irvine BMW Introduces the 2011 BMW Alpine B7 Sedan
BMW announced today that the 2011 BMW ALPINA B7 Sedan will make its North American debut at the 2010 Chicago Auto Show in February and is set to go on sale at Irvine BMW this spring. “The B7 is a new interpretation of the current BMW 7 Series platform,” said Irvine BMW General Sales... - January 22, 2010 - Irvine BMW
Irvine BMW Announces Six-Cylinder BMW Power Returns to the 7 Series in North America
The 2011 BMW 740i and 740Li Sedans Available at Irvine BMW This Spring. - January 22, 2010 - Irvine BMW
Labor of Love Personal Training Adds the Tacx Virtual Reality Bike Trainer to It's Training Arsenal
What is attractive about this VR trainer is that not only is the race displayed on a 52" PC monitor , but true-to-life environments are transmitted to the bike. On a climb clients will feel the percentage gradient through the rear wheel and on a downhill run it is just as if they had wings. - January 22, 2010 - Labor of Love Personal Training
Blake Enterprises Moving and Storage Serves Its 1 Millionth Customer
Third Generation Family Business Reaches Milestone. - January 22, 2010 - Blake Enterprises Moving and Storage
Technology Representatives from the State of Arizona Support the CIO Government Summit
The CIO Government Summit, to be hosted in the State of Arizona, has garnered the support of the Grand Canyon state, through the participation of its technology executives. Representing Arizona at the 2010 event will be Chad Kirkpatrick, Arizona State CIO and Director of the Government Information... - January 22, 2010 - CDM Media
House Hustler Announce Revolutionary Touch Screen Student Housing Service in the Northumbria Student Union
House Hustler, the fastest growing student property portal in the UK, are proud to announce the implementation of their Newcastle Student Housing Service, in the Northumbria Students Union. House Hustler are a market leader in helping students to find accommodation in the UK, and are looking to... - January 22, 2010 - House Hustler Ltd
"Inside Business with Fred Thompson" Addressing How to Increase Efficiency in Corporate America
Inside Business with Fred Thompson announces as part of its 2010 Editorial Calendar, a new series on Increasing Efficiency in Corporate America. In order to survive these uncertain economic times, many of America's corporations are cutting back and downsizing. And, while operational expenses are... - January 22, 2010 - Inside Business Report
"Inside Business with Fred Thompson" Focuses on Decreasing Costs in Corporate America Through Effective Management of Resources
Inside Business with Fred Thompson announces as part of its 2010 Editorial Calendar, a new series on Decreasing Costs in Corporate America through the Effective Management of Resources. Although many of America's corporations may be equipped with a variety of valuable resources, it is the... - January 22, 2010 - Inside Business Report
"Inside Business with Fred Thompson" to Feature Cost-Cutting Technology
Inside Business with Fred Thompson announces as part of its 2010 Editorial Calendar, a new series on Decreasing Costs in Corporate America through Technology. Escalating costs can drastically affect the way in which a company operates, negatively impacting its bottom line. In today's economic... - January 22, 2010 - Inside Business Report
BusinessGiftUK.com Are Bowling Night Champions Again
The Ad-Options Ltd t/as BusinessGiftUK.com team secure their third ten pin title at the 2010 Central Lancashire Business Club Bowling Night. - January 22, 2010 - Ad-Options Ltd t/as BusinessGiftUK.com
ACCA Calls for Improved Dialogue Between Regulators and Businesses in 2010
Blind eye to communication and ethics exposes weaknesses around non-executive directorship, consumer protection and risk management. - January 22, 2010 - ACCA
Low-Cost UHF RFID Tag for Harsh Environment
DAILY RFID has recently announced UHF RFID Tag for harsh environment, which can be easily integrated into many RFID projects, with low cost. The UHF Tags are available in ISO18000-6C(EPC Gen2) or 18000-6B version. Designed to deliver optimum performance, the adhesive UHF RFID tag can be used... - January 22, 2010 - DAILY RFID CO., Limited
Ovum Analyst, Stuart Ravens, to Lead Sessions at the CIO Utilities Summit
The CIO Utilities Summit team is pleased to announce that Stuart Ravens, Principal Analyst for Energy and Utilities Technology at Ovum, a leading analyst group, will be presenting at the 2010 CIO Utilities Summit. The CIO Utilities Summit is a premiere event for technology professionals who are... - January 22, 2010 - CDM Media