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Economy Creates Opportunities in Outsourcing
Addressing the demand for more cost-effective administrative services, Keystone Consulting Partners and iProcess Online announce a partnership to serve the direct selling industry through advanced outsourcing techniques. - July 12, 2009 - Keystone Consulting Partners
Steelhenge Consulting Moves to Larger Office Due to Expansion of Its Business Continuity Services
Steelhenge Consulting has moved its London office to larger premises in Westminster following a recruitment drive to support the delivery of its expanding business continuity and crisis management consultancy services - July 12, 2009 - Steelhenge Consulting Limited
Nancy McFarlane to Seek Second Term on Raleigh City Council
Raleigh City Councilor Nancy McFarlane (www.raleighnc.gov) has announced that she will seek a second term on the Raleigh City Council. - July 12, 2009 - Nancy McFarlane
Chatham Street Café & Catering Launches New Catering Division
Gayla Bonke, managing partner and chef at Chatham Street Café & Catering (www.chathamstreetcafe.com), located at 140 E. Chatham St. in Cary, N.C., has announced that the restaurant now offers full-service, custom catering services for on-site and off-site events. Known for its use of... - July 12, 2009 - Chatham Street Cafe & Catering
Idaho Entrepreneur Lisa Manyon Named Copywriting Expert of Wendy Y Bailey’s Group Mastery for Speakers Trainers & Workshop Leaders
The internet serves as a conduit to business nationwide. Idaho Entrepreneur Lisa Manyon utilizes technology, social media and online marketing techniques to connect with clients and colleagues across the globe and was recently appointed Copywriting Expert for Wendy Y Bailey’s Group Mastery... - July 12, 2009 - Write On ~ Creative Writing Services, LLC.
Global Trade Base Announces Stock Split
Global Trade Base, GlobalTradeBase.com, a Texas based export management firm announces stock split of privately held company stock. “Our growth and profitability during the tough domestic economic situation is phenomenal. Exports from the United States reached a record growth in 2008 of $252... - July 12, 2009 - Global Trade Base
black & light® co Announces Supply Arrangement with Bullfrog Light Company®
After several years of selling their famous glowing candles, black & light® co has finalized a supply arrangement with Bullfrog Light Company®, solidifying an already outstanding relationship. - July 12, 2009 - black & light ®
Career Uh-Oh's: Seven Career Sins Sabotage Success, Debra Benton Asks 100 CEOs What Hinders Success
It's true that we learn from our mistakes, but the wise young businessperson corrects his/her mistakes before they are made. What mistakes should you be weary of? D.A. Benton, executive coach and author of CEO Material (McGraw-Hill, May, 2009), surveyed 100 CEOs to reveal the “seven career... - July 12, 2009 - Benton Management Resources, Inc.
Chromolume Transcription Adds a New Look, Additional Staff, Two Additional Turnaround Times, and a New, Lower Minimum Rate
Chromolume Transcription, a Santa Monica-based, affordable transcription services company, announces a new “look” to their website, additional staff, and two additional turnaround times with a lower and more affordable minimum rate. - July 12, 2009 - Chromolume Transcription
Freedom-Free Fourth for Suspected Burglar
A suspected plot to burglarize a Portland area home was foiled by sheriff’s deputies and Sonitrol Pacific’s audio security system July 4. Sonitrol Pacific Operator Jaime Maranville received an alert from a door sensor at the home and listened to real-time audio inside the house. She... - July 12, 2009 - Sound Security, Inc., dba Sonitrol Pacific
Electoral Register is Updated with 1m Changes
Tracesmart refresh Electoral Register 2009 data to ensure accuracy. - July 11, 2009 - Tracesmart Ltd
Make a Grand Entrance - Rappel 33 Stories from the Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
Kids Included Together goes ‘over the edge’ for a spectacular charity event benefiting San Diego youth. - July 11, 2009 - Kids Included Together
‘Unfair’ Pay Freezes May Not Damage Worker Loyalty, Says Workplace Expert
While only half of employees (51%) thought their pay was fair before the current recession, pay freezes may not reduce worker loyalty. - July 11, 2009 - ETS plc
HF RFID Reader Has Read Range Up to 90cm
A common HF RFID Reader has very short read range - at a range of 5-10cm, but the range needs to be extended for some applications. In order to aid the process, DAILY RFID has released HF Reader DL810 with a long reading range up to 90cm. The 13.56MHz HF RFID Reader DL810 delivers long read range... - July 11, 2009 - DAILY RFID CO., Limited
Free Report: The Top Ten Email Blunders That Cost Companies Money
Poorly written email messages cost companies money. To help companies overcome the challenges associated with email, Creative Communications & Training is offering a free special report, The Top Ten Email Blunders That Cost Companies Money. - July 11, 2009 - Creative Communications & Training, Inc.
Four School Burglary Suspects Caught After Sonitrol Pacific Detection
Determined officers followed suspected school burglars into the woods and didn’t give up until they took four into custody after Sonitrol Pacific detected the suspects July 9. Expert operator Minta Christopherson received a Sonitrol Pacific impact-activated alarm from the Washington high... - July 11, 2009 - Sound Security, Inc., dba Sonitrol Pacific
Carnegie Mellon Study Shows Crooks Can Use SS#s Without Stealing Them -- Rebecca Herold, The Privacy Professor, Explains Ramifications
Study proves social security numbers are easily guessed, and warns not to use them to verify identity or as passwords. World-renowned expert offers up tips and advice to help businesses avoid disaster in the wake of this report. - July 11, 2009 - Rebecca Herold & Associates, LLC
CAPS Hosts AFCOM Atlanta Chapter Event to Discuss Extending the Life of Aging Data Centers - Corus 360 Co-hosts July 16 Event at CAPS Duluth, GA Data Center
CAPS announces its CAPS Duluth, Georgia data center will host an event in conjunction with the Atlanta Chapter of AFCOM and Corus 360. The joint event will feature a presentation entitled "From Mean to Lean and Green: Extending the Life of your Aging Data Center" and will take place on July 16, 11:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. The address is 2445 Commerce Ave., Duluth, GA 30096 and the phone is (800) 542-2773. A light lunch and tours will be provided. Registration - http://www.afcom-atlanta.org/page3.asp - July 10, 2009 - Computer Alternative Processing Sites, Inc. (CAPS)
SEO Experts Weblinx Generate Great Success at London's Online Marketing Show
Detailing the rise of Weblinx Ltd. and their ethical, clever search engine optimisation techniques that have enabled them to develop a strong and vibrant client database and a professional reputation for quality, fantastic attention to detail and perseverance in attaining high positions within the natural listings. Weblinx give an insight into the world of first class SEO, offering efficient and innovative internet marketing strategies, optimised web design and more, there to assist you. - July 10, 2009 - iCONQUER
Florida Property Owners and Insurance Agents Benefit from a New Technology
WindStormDiscount.com, LLC, one of the fastest growing inspection companies in Florida, has streamlined the process of acquiring windstorm mitigation discounts. This new technology is saving homeowners money, saving insurance agent’s time, and helping to educate property owners about additional discounts that are available to them. - July 10, 2009 - WindStormDiscount.com, LLC.
Todd Rundgren to Perform "A Wizard, a True Star" Live in Stamford CT This September at the Palace Theater
Rock/Pop Icon Todd Rundgren is returning to Fairfield County to perform his seminal 1973 album "A Wizard, A True Star" live in its entirety at the Stamford Center for the Arts Palace Theater on September 9, 2009. Ticket information is available at www.AWATSlive.com. Todd will perform the entire AWATS album plus a second full set of songs spanning his remarkable 40 year career backed by an all-star band featuring Jesse Gress, Kasim Sulton, Prairie Prince, Greg Hawkes, & Roger Powell. - July 10, 2009 - RundgrenRadio.com
IPeak Networks Secures Series A Financing
IPeak Networks announced today that Miralta Capital (www.miralta.com), one of Canada’s oldest private equity investment firms, has invested in the company. The Series A round of financing was closed on June 30 2009 to build on success made possible with the earlier financial support of the... - July 10, 2009 - IPeak Networks Incorporated
Virginia Farm Bureau Insurance Wins Prestigious National Award
Virginia Farm Bureau Insurance today announces it has been included in the Ward’s 50, a prestigious listing of the top property and casualty insurance companies in the United States. Each year, the Ward Group – a leader of benchmarking and best practices for the insurance industry... - July 10, 2009 - Virginia Farm Bureau Insurance
Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon Joins High-End Medical Spa in Chicagoland Area
Elysa Fisher, MD, is now an intricate part of the NuU Medspa/NuU Unlimited medical team specializing in aesthetic surgery of the body and non-surgical procedures. Dr. Fisher and NuU reside in Wilmette, IL, a new home to NuU Medspa and join several experienced NuU medical doctors. Dr. Fisher has... - July 10, 2009 - NuU Unlimited
SEO Consult Retain Monthly Top Search Engine Optimisation Award
Click Consult, a leading UK search marketing agency, have been judged the TopSEOs Best Organic Search Engine Optimization Company for the eighth consecutive month in July 2009 and have also scooped the 3rd place award for the Top UK Pay Per Click (PPC) Management Agency. TopSEOs are the... - July 10, 2009 - SEO.co.uk
Multilizer Releases Microsoft Translator Importer
Multilizer, leader in localization and translation software, has released support for the Microsoft Translator machine translation engine in addition to the already supported Google machine translation engine. - July 10, 2009 - Multilizer
CPEhr Prepares to Service Local Businesses When Employers Direct Insurance Company Vacates California
CPEhr, a Los Angeles-based human resources consulting firm, is preparing to service California employers currently insured by Employers Direct Insurance Company when Employers Direct leaves the California market on August 1. - July 10, 2009 - CPE HR, Inc.
Momentum Expands Services and Reach; Learning Services Company Targets South Central U.S. with Innovative Approach to Training
Momentum, a knowledge transfer and technical training company, today announced that the company has expanded its strategic learning services and now serves the entire south central United States. Momentum offers enterprise companies a broader range of customized learning programs that help... - July 10, 2009 - Momentum
Richard Surber’s Scheduled Appearance on MoneyTV
Nexia’s CEO Richard Surber is scheduled to appear on MoneyTV with anchor Donald Baillargeon on Friday, July 10, 2009 to discuss Nexia and its future. - July 10, 2009 - Nexia Holdings, Inc.
Alison Pitman Voiceover Services Announces 25% Discount for On Hold Message Voice Overs in July
Does your business harness the marketing power of an On Hold Message? If not, now is the time to get your message on hold recorded by professional voice over artist Alison Pitman. During July, Alison is offering a 25% discount to all customers who would like a message on hold recorded for their phone system. - July 10, 2009 - Alison Pitman Voiceover Services
International Business Brokers Association Announces New President
The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) recently announced that Mark O. Thorsby, CAE, will assume the position of President, effective June 13, 2009. Thorsby will succeed Patricia Appelhans, JD, who has served as IBBA President since June 2007. Thorsby brings more than 34 years of... - July 10, 2009 - International Business Brokers Association
Volo Innovations Announces Online Registration - Take Charge of Your Fitness Business Immediately
Volo Innovations launches online registration for its scheduling and billing software for the health and fitness industry. In 3 easy steps you can be up and running with your own online Volo application. - July 10, 2009 - Volo Innovations
LTS Advisors Now Offering Business Plans to the Small Business Market
LTS Advisors LLC, an industry leader in business and professional consulting services, now offers an array of small business services designed to help smaller entities to succeed in a difficult economic times. - July 10, 2009 - LTS Advisors, LLC
Fedmarket Develops Sales Assistance Program for Businesses Selling to the Feds
For small to medium sized companies that want to sell their goods or services to the federal government the process can be daunting. First they must win a contract, a process fraught with red-tape, dense legal terminology, and pricing pitfalls. Then there’s the problem of piercing the maze of government bureaucracy to actually find the person who is doing the buying. Fedmarket has come up with an answer. - July 10, 2009 - Fedmarket
SafeCharge International Develops New Traffic Management Feature
Leading Online Payment Solution Develops Feature to Optimize Merchant Sales Conversion. - July 10, 2009 - SafeCharge International
Mandy Fletcher Fraher Hired as Vice President of Cornerstone Solutions
Chris Sinclair, Rick Asnani and Alastair Macaulay, partners of Cornerstone Solutions (www.cornerstonesolutionsteam.com), have announced that Mandy Fletcher Fraher has been hired as vice president of the firm. In this position, Fraher’s duties will include consulting, managing political and... - July 10, 2009 - Cornerstone Solutions
Vaco Raleigh, LLC Releases Podcast on Financial and Accounting Division
Vaco Raleigh, LLC (www.vaco.com), an executive placement and consulting firm specializing in contract, special project and direct hire services in the fields of accounting and finance, information technology, eLearning and design, operations and executive search, has announced the release of a... - July 10, 2009 - VACO Raleigh
Glasses International - New Online Prescription Glasses Business is Timely Response to Economic Climate
After a successful career in international recruitment, Polish born businesswoman Sylwia Szydlowska-Rathod launched Glasses International, an online retailer selling prescription glasses and sunglasses at a fraction of the prices most of us are used to. Sylwia’s business idea is driven by a sense of fairness, providing excellent quality while helping customers save money. “In the current economic climate saving money is on everybody’s mind and there’s resentment over high profiteering." - July 09, 2009 - Glasses International Ltd
Invodo Secures Series B Funding
The recent investment will enable the market leader to further expand its video library and new products for online retailers and manufacturers. - July 09, 2009 - Invodo, Inc.
Superior Walk-in Tubs - The Safest Way to Enjoy a Deep Soaking Bath Without Having to Step Over the Rim or Lay Down on the Bottom of the Tub. Worry Free Bathing.
These state of the art hydrotherapeutic Walk-in Bathtubs will prolong your independence in the bathroom and add to your quality of life in the home. There is no better way to remain active in the home and bathroom. The Walk in Tub will offer you an easier way to step into the tub without having the worry of stepping over the existing bathtub wall. The molded seat inside the tub will allow you to sit down comfortable and receive a bath without the struggle of getting up off the floor of the tub. - July 09, 2009 - Superior Walk In Tubs
San Jose Dentist Now Offering Teeth Whitening in Less Than One Hour with New "Zoom" Machine
The Zeidler Dental Group, a popular San Jose dentist, recently introduced its new "Zoom" machine which whitens teeth up to three shades in just one hour. - July 09, 2009 - Zeidler Dental Group
Certified Member of the Corporate Sustainability Committee of the Board of Directors (CMCSCBD): New Distance Learning and Online Certification Program
The International Association of Potential, New and Sitting Members of the Board of Directors (www.members-of-the-board-association.com) announced the launch of a Distance Learning and Online Certification Program for the Corporate Sustainability Committee of the Board of Directors. - July 09, 2009 - Compliance LLC
Measurable Marketing LLC Releases Express Contact
Express Contact utilizes the power of the USPS Intelligent Mail Barcode (IMB) and the USPS Confirm service to automatically trigger SMS text messaging and Email blasts that creates a powerful Integrated Marketing solution. - July 09, 2009 - Measurable Marketing
Sun Vegas Casino Player Wins Over Half a Million Dollars on Initial $100 Deposit
“Sun Vegas Casino congratulates player Michael P as he takes home a total of USD$ 562,945.25 won on the Video Slot Game Major Millions Mega Spin after registering and depositing USD $100 at Sun Vegas Casino on the same day.” - July 09, 2009 - Vegas Partner Lounge
The Black Liquor Tax Credit in the US Has Limited the Fall of Wood Chip and Pulpwood Prices in the 2Q/09, Reports the North American Wood Fiber Review
In 2008, US pulp companies started to take advantage of a loophole in the US tax law, which will result in an influx of billions of dollars to a struggling industry. As a consequence, prices for wood chips and pulpwood in the US have not fallen as much as they would have without the subsidy, reports the North American Wood Fiber Review - July 09, 2009 - Wood Resources International LLC
ActionCOACH, World’s #1 Business Coaching Firm, Announces That They Have Been Approved by the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy and is Now a CPE Sponsor
ActionCOACH ‘Six Step’ workshops have been attended by thousands of small to medium-sized business owners around the world because it is a proven and progressive, step-by-step approach that helps clarify company objectives and produces consistent profits over time. Now these important strategies can be used to benefit CPA businesses for CPE credit. - July 09, 2009 - ActionCOACH Rich Phillips
Georgia Steel Buildings Quotes Now Available on City Steel Buildings
Free Quotes for Georgia Steel Buildings and Georgia Metal Buildings now available on CitySteelBuildings.com - July 09, 2009 - City Steel Buildings
Mediachase Counted Among Top Finalists for the 2009 Central and Eastern Europe Microsoft Partner of the Year Award in ISV/Software Solutions
"We are pleased to be nominated for this award." says Sergey Sinyougin, Mediachase CEO. "We consider the nomination as an acknowledgement of our achievements and success as well as high quality of our products. This is also a strong incentive for us to continue joint work with Microsoft in order to further develop our solutions, and deliver to our customer." - July 09, 2009 - Mediachase
Rising Tuna Demand to Help Vietnam Exporters
With rising overseas demand, Vietnam’s earning from Tuna exports is expected to grow at a CAGR of about 23% between 2009 and 2013. - July 09, 2009 - RNCOS
Experts Connection “Twitter for Executives” July Session Tells C-Level Execs How to Harness Microblogging
Author of “Twitter Power” Shares Secrets of How to Use Twitter to Create a Following to Build Sales and Promote Personal Brand Awareness. - July 09, 2009 - NETSHARE