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Golden Spoon Expands to the Philippines
First of 25 stores slated to open by end of Q3 2009 in the Manila area. - July 15, 2009 - Golden Spoon Franchising
How North Shore Families Can Swim Through the Economic Tsunami
North Shore families, perceived as insulated from the recent economic turmoil, have in fact been enormously affected, says Mark Samuelson who runs a distinguished counseling practice on the North Shore of Chicago in Evanston, IL. Also a supervising faculty member at The Center for Psychoanalytic Study, Samuelson says North Shore families can turn potential danger into opportunity by reevaluating what is most important in their lives. - July 15, 2009 - Mark Samuelson Counseling
Get Personal to Get Business in Down Economy, Advises Lightning Labels
If you want to get new business and keep present customers, get personal. Our topsy-turvy economy and increasingly impersonal business pitches, communications and customer service have strained loyalty and patience to the breaking point. People are overworked, under-supported, and mad as hell. - July 15, 2009 - Lightning Labels, Inc.
New York Networking Group Offers Unique Approach for Westchester Businesses
Despite the sagging economy, local New York entrepreneurs are finding a silver lining in the Westchester Business Connection. - July 15, 2009 - The Westchester Business Connection
Design Packaging Chooses Doubledome for Web Design, Content Management and Custom Web Development
DoubleDome Web Technologies, an innovative Atlanta web design firm announces that it was recently awarded a web design, search engine optimization, website support, and hosting project by Design Packaging. - July 15, 2009 - DoubleDome Web Technologies
Erie Regional Chamber and Growth Partnership Announces Employment Extension with CEO Jim Dible
The Erie Regional Chamber and Growth Partnership today announced that it has agreed to extend Jim Dible's employment as President and Chief Executive Officer to Dec. 31, 2010, with a one-year extension option for 2011. “The board is very pleased with Jim’s many accomplishments since... - July 15, 2009 - Erie Regional Chamber and Growth Partnership
Tampa Web Development and Web Design Firm Bayshore Solutions Win National Stevie Award
Bayshore Solutions wins a national Stevie Award for their Hospitality and Leisure entry for the Mario Tricoci Web site in The 2009 American Business Awards. - July 15, 2009 - Bayshore Solutions
Three Directors Named at Morrison, Brown, Argiz & Farra, LLP
Erbin Ramirez, Erick Wendelken and Mark Fenaughty have been promoted from senior managers to directors at the accounting firm - July 15, 2009 - MBAF LLC
OutStart Merges with Mobile Leader Hot Lava Software
OutStart, Inc., the leader in social business software and learning systems, has extended the reach of its solutions by merging with mobile leader Hot Lava Software, a company with applications for reaching the world’s estimated 4.1 billion mobile cellular subscribers. The newly combined... - July 15, 2009 - OutStart
NPSA STAR Database Offers New Ad Opportunities
The National Portable Storage Association's STAR Database offers strategic advertising opportunities for companies looking to reach association membership. - July 15, 2009 - National Portable Storage Association
Safetyskills™ Wants Employers to Take Part in National Eye Injury Prevention Month
Keep your eyes safe from injury during the month of July. - July 15, 2009 - SafetySkills
R&J Public Relations Promotes Crystal DeCotiis to Account Executive
R&J Public Relations, a leading brand-focused public relations firm based in Bridgewater, N.J., today announced the promotion of Crystal DeCotiis to Account Executive. DeCotiis joined R&J in September 2006 and most recently held the position of Account Coordinator. In this new position... - July 15, 2009 - R&J Public Relations
New Site Brings Marketing Agencies and Their Clients Together
RSW/US Features Forum and Custom Agency/Client Finder to Create Open Dialogue at www.rswus.com. - July 15, 2009 - Reardon Smith Whittaker/US
Onion-Hurling Vandals in Custody After Sonitrol Pacific Detection
Police took two people suspected of vandalizing a Portland market into custody after Sonitrol Pacific’s electronic security detected them July 12. Sonitrol Pacific Operator Kris Etheridge received the impact-activated audio alarm from the security system at Strohecker’s Market just... - July 15, 2009 - Sound Security, Inc., dba Sonitrol Pacific
Increased Q2 Arrests Leads to Large Crime Stoppers Donation
During the second quarter of 2009, Sonitrol Pacific detections led to the arrest of 71 suspects in 34 separate incidents. In recognition of the officers and dispatchers involved in these 34 incidents, Sonitrol Pacific will donate $3,400 to Crime Stoppers at the organizations’ next... - July 15, 2009 - Sound Security, Inc., dba Sonitrol Pacific
Green Company's Newest Office Located in "Like Minded" Philadelphia Region
Five Winds International announces the opening of their newest office in the Philadelphia area to meet growing demand for sustainability services; the Philadelphia region's push for greener operations makes the area attractive for the firm. - July 15, 2009 - Five Winds International
Staying Upright in a Sea of Economic Uncertainty
How one small businesses thrives in these economically troubled times by offering better products and more personalized customer service. - July 15, 2009 - CNS Productions, Inc.
Introducing Live Transfers for Insurance Leads, Provided by Dial Your Leads - dialyourleads.com
Dial Your Leads is now offering a Live Transfer service for Insurance agents who buy leads via email. The service instantly calls all of the Internet leads agents buy and then live transfers those interested customers right to the agent's office phone line. The service will transfer an unlimited number of leads on a month-to-month basis, with no contracts. Features: 5 followup calls per lead, lead management, call recording, use any lead source, including: NetQuote. - July 14, 2009 - Dial Your Leads
Legendary 1971 Kool & the Gang Album Re-Issued on CD
"Kool & The Gang Live at PJ's, Hollywood" was the band's third album and is acknowledged as one of the finest jazz-funk albums of the '70s. - July 14, 2009 - Reel Music Inc.
Mikko Nissinen Accepts Boston’s Guide for the Arts Ambassador to the Arts Award for 2009-2010 Season
Recognizes his artistic leadership at Boston Ballet, establishment of important educational programs. - July 14, 2009 - InStep Communications LLC
Private Tutoring Service, WyzAnt, Now Offers Text Message Alerts
WyzAnt, a home tutor service, recently announced it now offers text message alerts to all its tutors. The messages give tutors the opportunity to respond more quickly to urgent study requests from students. The text message alerts will make it easier for tutors to know exactly what concepts are... - July 14, 2009 - WyzAnt
Wood Costs for Pulpmills in Sweden and Finland Have Fallen Over 30 Percent the Past 12 Months, According to the Wood Resource Quarterly
Wood prices in Sweden and Finland fell faster than the global average price the past year as a result of reduced operating rates for pulp mills in those two countries. Despite this precipitous drop in wood cost (more than 30%), the Nordic region still has one of the highest wood fiber costs in the world, reports the Wood Resource Quarterly. - July 14, 2009 - Wood Resources International LLC
Time Tracking Software Leader, Replicon, Inc., Announces Web TimeSheet 8.9
Replicon, Inc., the world leader in timesheet software, today released the latest version of their flagship product, Web TimeSheet 8.9. - July 14, 2009 - Replicon Inc
Predictivedollars.com Announces It Will Now Expand It's Efforts Into the C.P.A. Affiliate Network Arena
Predictive dollars.com announced it will expand it's efforts into the C.P.A. affiliate network arena. The company will now be able to market any product on behalf of companies whether they are looking for a cost per lead, (C.P.L) or a cost per sale model, (C.P.S.) Clients from any industry will be... - July 14, 2009 - Predictive Dollars
Body Kits from Essex Racing Limited Now at Discounted Prices
The UK's number one body kit importer and retailer, Essex Racing Limited have announced discounted prices on their full body kits. Essex Racing Limited has announced that they have adjusted their prices for full body kits online. Essex Racing are the UK's number one importer and retailer of body... - July 14, 2009 - Essex Racing Limited
Free Teleclass Reveals 6 Steps to Getting More Leads, Clients, and Results with Social Media Marketing
Participation in social networks continues to grow at a frenetic pace in 2009, and success-minded professionals are hungry for short cuts, straight-shooting advice, and results for their efforts. To meet that need, social marketing firm Epiphanies, Inc. is hosting a free teleclass, "The 6-Step Social Media Kick Start: How to Get More Leads, Clients, and Results (and Have a BLAST Doing It)," Wed. July 15th, 2009 at 1pm EST. Register at http://www.EpiphaniesInc.com/SocialMediaKickStart.php. - July 14, 2009 - Epiphanies, Inc.
Indy Business Makeover Competition Offers $80,000 Prize
Business owners are often so focused on their clients and employees they don’t take time to pamper their businesses. For one local company, the Indy Business Makeover Competition will be a well-deserved refresher. The winning firm will receive marketing services, a new server, Web site and... - July 14, 2009 - Port-to-Port Communications
Ernst & Young’s Alison Jones to Speak at KC’s Event on Recent Published Guidance on §168(k)(4) - Credit Acceleration in Lieu of Bonus Depreciation
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts announced today that Alison Jones, Senior Manager, Ernst & Young LLP will speak at The Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “Recent Published Guidance on... - July 14, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Design Logix Secure Merger with SDS Technology
In this time of economic downturn, Design Logix and SDS Technology - two of the north west’s leading hardware and software solutions specialists - have secured a merger. - July 14, 2009 - Design Logix
Design Logix Achieves Approved Supplier Status from BBC and NHS
Design Logix are delighted to announce supplier status from BBC Future Media and Technology and registration with the NHS Purchasing and Supply Agency (NHS PASA) database sid4health. - July 14, 2009 - Design Logix
BlitzLocal to Present at HostingCon 2009 on August 10 & 12, 2009
BlitzLocal, a leader in local search marketing, today announced the company will participate in the HostingCon 2009 conference. - July 14, 2009 - Blitzlocal LLC
RentJungle.com Revolutionizes Online Apartment Hunting
RentJungle.com, the Internet’s newest apartment search site, has now launched and is available online. The newly launched RentJungle.com already has over 500,000 listings. RentJungle.com has developed a suite of interactive features, for example apartment hunters can browse every available... - July 13, 2009 - Rent Jungle
EmpowHer Institute Announces Executive Appointments
Betty LaMarr, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of EmpowHer Institute announced the appointments of Claudia Johnson and Dr. Reri MacLean to the positions of President and Board Secretary, respectively. - July 13, 2009 - EmpowHer Institute
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Dafa888 Launches Instant Play Flash Casino Games. - July 13, 2009 - AsianLogic
iTrade Capital Markets Sees Record Growth in New Clients and Trading Volume
Combination of 2 pip fixed spreads, instant execution, and leading-edge Forex trading software continues to attract experienced traders and beginners alike. - July 13, 2009 - iTrade Capital Markets
Novus Origo Announces Paul Cevolani as Its New President and CEO
Novus Origo, a premier provider of Management Consulting, Outsourcing Consulting, and Vendor Relationship Management services, today announced Paul Cevolani as its new President and CEO, effective immediately. - July 13, 2009 - Novus Origo, LLC
Business Pandemic Flu Expert Ken Wilson Announces Workshop on Response and Recovery Planning
The Wilson Marketing Group, Inc. is now offering their “Pandemic Response and Recover Workshop for the Small or Medium Sized Business” in time for the fall influenza season. - July 13, 2009 - Wilson Marketing Group, Inc.
Global eProcure, Celebrates 10 years
Global eProcure celebrates its 10th anniversary. - July 13, 2009 - Global eProcure
Comconsult Launches Web Intermediary Initiative for Small and Medium Enterprises
Comconsult saves valuable management time when settiing up or redeveloping your website. - July 13, 2009 - Comconsult
Jay Kokora Consulting - New Marketing Services for Business Sellers
Jay Kokora has put together a suite of marketing services - new to the market in this form - for the small business seller. - July 13, 2009 - Dona Kokora Consulting
Pools Across the State Are Closing—Having Failed to Meet VGB Standards
Commercial Pool and Spa Owners are Hurt by Misinformation. - July 13, 2009 - Pool X Perts USA
Bankruptcy Panel at Distressed Investing Leaders Forum 2009 to be Moderated by Bill Rochelle
Bill Rochelle, columnist for Bloomberg News, Moderating Panel on Bankruptcy at GoldenNetworking.com's Upcoming Distressed Investing Leaders Forum 2009, on July 29th. - July 13, 2009 - Golden Networking
Siteworx Co-Sponsoring the Product Development and Management Association (PDMA) Greater Washington Chapter’s Inaugural Event
Siteworx, Inc. is proud to team up with the Product Development and Management Association (PDMA) by co-sponsoring the PDMA Greater Washington chapter’s inaugural event. As a Web product development company, Siteworx understands the importance of collaborating with other professionals within... - July 13, 2009 - Siteworx, LLC
Oil and Gas Mineral/Production Buyer
Kite Energy is seeking any oil and gas mineral or production opportunity for purchase in the USA. They can make an offer within a short period of time once they have all the information to evaluate. They are specially interested in producing properties with upside potential in the range of 100,000,000.00 US dollars plus. - July 12, 2009 - Kite Energy, LLC
Miracles Coming to Savannah
In today’s tough times everyone could use a miracle, says Jennifer Hoffman, founder of Miracle Coaching and author of 30 Days to Everyday Miracles. And she is bringing her miracle strategies to Savannah on July 25 for a two day seminar, presenting the tips, strategies and processes that thousands have used to create a miraculous life. - July 12, 2009 - Enlightening Life OmniMedia, Inc.
Spiderman S. Mulholland, U S Building Consultants, is Issuing a Warning About Conducting Remediation on Homes with Defective Chinese Drywall
A leading forensic expert on building envelope, water intrusion, toxic mold, and Chinese drywall, Spiderman S. Mulholland, Senior Forensic investigator and national consultant with U S Building Consultants and U S Building Laboratories Inc., is issuing a warning to those conducting remediation on homes and buildings across the states including Florida. - July 12, 2009 - USBCI
Tracesmart Application Usage Swells on Facebook
People search website sees increase in Names Directory use - July 12, 2009 - Tracesmart Ltd
Australian Marketers Advised to ‘Get Analytical’
Australian marketers were advised to ‘get analytical’ before trying to be customer centric or engage with customers yesterday at ADMA Forum in Darling Harbour, Sydney. Speaking in a keynote presentation, Mark Smith, EVP Sales and Marketing at Portrait Software emphasised ‘that in... - July 12, 2009 - Portrait Software
Rugged HF Tag for Harsh Environment
DAILY RFID has recently announced rugged RFID 13.56MHz HF tag, which can be easily integrated into many RFID projects. The disc 13.56MHz HF tag is specially designed for industrial applications especially in harsh environments. The RFID HF tag is specially designed for harsh environments. Made... - July 12, 2009 - DAILY RFID CO., Limited
SmithStreetSolutions Becomes a Document Production Partner of the Nantong City Government
SmithStreetSolutions, one of China’s leading KPO firms, has announced a partnership with the Nantong City Government to become its document production vendor. Drawing upon its extensive business expertise and production services capability, SmithStreetSolutions will refine the content and... - July 12, 2009 - smithstreetsolutions