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Gayle S. Koch, Principal, of The Brattle Group to Speak at KC’s Event on FAS 5: Accounting for Contingencies and Environmental Liabilities Live Webcast on 11/06/2009
The Knowledge Group/Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcast announced today that Gayle S. Koch, Principal, of The Brattle Group will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “FAS 5: Accounting for Contingencies and... - October 03, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
George G. Hansen, Managing Director, of the Claro Group, LLC to Speak at KC’s Event on FAS 5 and Environmental Liabilities LIVE Webcast on 11/06/2009
The Knowledge Group/Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcast announced today that George G. Hansen, Managing Director, of The Claro Group, LLC will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “FAS 5: Accounting for... - October 03, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
4th Annual WSI Excellence Awards 2009
Recognizing Web Design and Internet Marketing Excellence. - October 03, 2009 - WSI Internet
Learn.com Named as a Leading Talent Management Provider According to Bersin & Associates 2010 Talent Management Study
Learn.com, the leader in on-demand workforce development announced today that Bersin & Associates, the only research and advisory firm focused solely on enterprise learning, talent management, and talent acquisition, named the company a leading provider in its latest study, Talent Management Systems 2010: Market Realities, Implementation Experiences, and Solution Provider Profiles. - October 03, 2009 - Learn.com
Arendholz Bryan & Associates, PC, to Hold SBRC Roundtable discussion on "A Forecast for Recovery and Job Growth"
The Branford Chamber of Commerce , along with Guilford Savings Bank is sponsoring a SBRC Roundtable on October, 13, 2009, from 4:30 - 6:00PM, at the Day's Inn in Branford, CT. The topic will be: "Measuring Today's Economic Climate: A Forecast for Recovery and Job Growth." Their featured... - October 03, 2009 - Arendholz Bryan & Associates, PC
A New Low Cost Option is Now Available to Commercial Property Owners and Occupants Who Require Advice on How to Attain the Full Value of Their Premises
Facility Management Advisors, launches its New York based consultancy, which will assist all types of organizations regardless of size or budget. As stated on their web site, www.facilitymanagementadvisors.com, "Our mission is to form an alliance with our clients, in order to facilitate solutions that reflect their requirements and employ efficient results." - October 03, 2009 - Facility Management Advisors
The Executive Recruiter’s Roundtable to Hold Annual Meeting November 5th at Whitemarsh Valley Country Club in Lafayette Hill, PA
The Executive Recruiter’s Roundtable Announced today some of the details of their upcoming Annual Roundtable meeting to be held at the Whitemarsh Valley Country Club in Lafayette Hill, Pennsylvania. - October 03, 2009 - The Executive Recruiter's Roundtable
Leading B2B Companies Come Together to Share Customer Engagement Practices
Firms rising to the Challenge of Getting Closer to Key Customers Within the Changing Environment - October 03, 2009 - Customer Strategy Group
“Green Solutions,” Local-to-Global:
ECOfashion Pioneer Marci Zaroff Introduces Al Gore to South Florida. - October 02, 2009 - B2BGLOBAL.COM
New Deals Make Gossimer Bigger, Better and Smarter
October is going to be hot with offers, extended support, and enhanced serviceability, as Gossimer has acquired HiTek Networks, and launched new and improved Support desk. The web hosting world is abuzz by the two important developments in Gossimer. - October 02, 2009 - Gossimer
Shares and Investments Alert: Should You Buy Shares as FTSE100 Tops 5,000?
If you're looking to make your investments work harder, you're probably not short of investment advice already. As the blue-chip share index roars back above the 5,000 mark, many stock brokers, independent financial advisers and banks are urging investors to return to the market and immediately continue investing by buying shares now, before it's too late. - October 02, 2009 - Investors Chronicle
New Tech Enables People to Say Emails
New web based technology enables people to say their email message and send it to the email recipient using their current email provider. Email senders don't have to change their email address to say emails and email recipients don't need to have an account with the new web based system to hear... - October 02, 2009 - 21st Century Internet Tech, LLC
T W Design Received National Re-Certification as a Women's Business Enterprise
T W Design, a 27 year old family owned and operated business specializing in design & construction for; exhibits, museums, corporate events, themed environments, retail and outdoor media, received national re-certification as a Women’s Business Enterprise by the Women’s Business Council Southwest, a regional certifying partner of the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC). - October 02, 2009 - T W Design
Introducing America’s Newest Destination for Passionate Sports Fans: SportsThenandNow.com
SportsThenandNow.com is a new network of web sites that gives passionate sports fans a “one stop shop” where they can talk about current sports topics while also reminiscing about great players, teams, games and moments from the past. - October 02, 2009 - Sports Then and Now
Private Equity Fundraising Plummets to Lowest Levels Since 2003
The results are in. Just $38bn in aggregate capital was raised worldwide by private equity funds holding a final close in Q3 2009, representing a significant drop from earlier this year, with Q3 figures equivalent to just 45% of the $84bn raised in Q2 2009. In comparison with the recent record- breaking quarters seen in 2007, the drop is even more steep – with Q3 2009 figures equivalent to just 18% of the record $208bn raised in Q2 2007. - October 02, 2009 - Preqin ltd
PhysioAge Medical Group Announces Free Seminar on Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy
Dr. Linda Hillebrand of PhysioAge Medical group will share her knowledge on hormone imbalance and discuss how bioidentical hormone therapy can help men and women suffering from the symptoms of andropause (male menopause) and menopause. - October 02, 2009 - PhysioAge Medical Group
Global Warming in Arctic Creating Imminent Global Security and Piracy Issues
MAST 2009 will tap into the future policies and opinions of global-leaders from security and defence to address issues such as security, piracy, etc impacted by the melting of polar ice-caps. - October 02, 2009 - Maritime Systems and Technologies
Desert Rose Design Wins Office Depot® Adopt a Small Business Contest
Desert Rose Design, a hybrid marketing and communications firm, has been selected as a Prize Winner in the Office Depot® Adopt a Small Business Contest. This contest awarded more than $1 million in prizes by recognizing 500 small businesses nationwide for their smart survival strategies. To... - October 02, 2009 - Desert Rose Design
Randr Inc Would Like to Introduce the First Release of Their 2nd Derivative Order Entry Portal to the Open Source Community. It is One of Randr Inc's Ebusiness Suites.
Randr Inc would like to introduce the first release of their 2nd Derivative Order Entry Portal to the Open Source community. It is one of Randr Inc's EBusiness Suites. It is a full function back office transaction system. The Order Entry Portal has order entry, accounts receivable, accounts payable, general ledger, inventory, purchase orders, scheduling and an Information Portal for real time reporting. The Order Entry Portal is available for free download on www.randrinc.com via SourceForge. - October 02, 2009 - Randr, Inc.
New White Paper Shows How to Help Customers Save the Environment
A new approach to helping customers behave responsibly can benefit the environment and contribute to tackling climate change. - October 02, 2009 - Adaptation Ltd
Speed Venture Summit™ Previews Investor Lineup
The Speed Venture Summit™ vision is to help launch the best companies by providing them ready access to private capital. Organizers gave a sneak preview today of the investor lineup to which company execs will pitch at the October 28 Summit, the premier speed-dating-style event for... - October 02, 2009 - Speed Venture Summit
Six Minute Risk Assessment for Business Process Improvement
Most companies want to do better when it comes to their business processes, but many have the wrong focus. This simple six minute risk assessment provides executives and managers a tangible understanding of where to start. - October 02, 2009 - Consected
Variable Print on Demand Service Expanded by Austin Printer
Cerqa expanded its print on demand services this month when they improved their variable data workflows making it easier to execute variable printing. Companies can easily setup their variable projects on Cerqa's proprietary web based platform and then use their digital printers for a complete print on demand solution. - October 02, 2009 - Cerqa
Fuqua School of Business & Coach K Leadership Conference to Cover Leading the Creative Enterprise
Duke University’s Fuqua/Coach K Center on Leadership & Ethics (COLE) (www.leadershipandethics.org) has announced that the 8th annual Fuqua School of Business & Coach K Leadership Conference will include a session entitled “Leading the Creative Enterprise” on Tuesday, Oct. - October 02, 2009 - Coach K Leadership Conference
The Special Event Company Receives Texas Star Award
Sally Webb CSEP, president of The Special Event Company (www.specialeventco.com), a strategic event and meeting management company, has announced that the firm received a Texas Star Award from the Dallas Chapter of the International Special Events Society, presented on Aug. 23. The company was... - October 02, 2009 - The Special Event Company
Triangle Technology Executives Council Hosts Scholarship Fall Golf Classic
The Triangle Technology Executives Council (TTEC) (www.ncttec.net), a nonprofit organization dedicated to the economic development of technology companies in the Research Triangle region of North Carolina, has announced it will hold its Scholarship Golf Classic on Tuesday, Oct. 6 at 10 a.m. at... - October 02, 2009 - Triangle Technology Executives Council
TheSwankReport.Com, ROAM Clothing Line, Starts This October with Opportunity in Mind
Calling All Fortune- Hunters come network to increase your net worth. - October 02, 2009 - The Swank Report
Every Dog's Day Wins Best of Business Award
Every Dog’s Day Canine Resort & Day Spa has been named to Best of Business 2009 by the Style Publishing Group. Selected for its offering of unique services, customer care, and contributions to the local community, Every Dog’s Day will be featured in the Best of Business 2009 issue... - October 01, 2009 - Every Dog's Day Canine Resort & Day Spa
Google Seo Firm Drops Prices for Fifth Anniversary, Offers Free SEO
Master Google is celebrating its fifth year anniversary by reducing pricing 10% for new clients in October. - October 01, 2009 - Sinai Marketing
Intelligent Office of Garden City is Now NCBA’s Newest Corporate Partner and Preferred Service Provider
The Nassau County Bar Association (NCBA) is proud to announce that Intelligent Office of Garden City is their Corporate Partner and Preferred Service Provider for virtual office solutions and remote receptionist services. - October 01, 2009 - Slightly Mad
Sorriso® Technologies to Host e-Billing Webinar e-Billing IQ, the 7-Minute Opportunity. Are You Leaving Money on the Table?
The webinar titled, 7 minute opportunity, are you leaving money on the table, will take place on Tuesday, October 6, 2009 at 10 am PDT/1 pm EDT. This 45-minute webinar is designed for both large and small recurring billers interested in developing or capitalizing on their e-billing and customer self-service strategy. - October 01, 2009 - Sorriso Technologies, Inc.
Exports of Wood Chips from Australia Have Declined 28% in 2009 But the Country is Still the Largest Chip Exporter in the World, Reports the Wood Resource Quarterly
Australia, the world’s largest chip exporter, has reduced Eucalyptus and pine chip exports substantially in 2009 due to weak pulp markets in Japan. In the domestic market, pulpwood prices have increased over 13% in US dollars this year as the Australian currency has strengthened, reports the Wood Resource Quarterly. - October 01, 2009 - Wood Resources International LLC
Annual MiniCo Insurance Las Vegas Giveaway Contest Begins October 1
MiniCo Insurance will open its annual sweepstakes contest for independent insurance agents on October 1, 2009. This is the seventh year the company has offered a chance for independent agents to win a trip to Las Vegas to attend the largest annual self‑storage industry expo. For each... - October 01, 2009 - MiniCo Insurance Agency, LLC
Aquage Introduces SeaExtend Silkening Oil Treatment
Aquage SeaExtend Silkening Oil Treatment easily transforms any hair texture for dramatically silky, smooth, frizz-free results. - October 01, 2009 - Aquage
Online Retailer Recognized with Top Customer Satisfaction Honor
BizRate selects Online Labels, Inc. a 2009 Circle of Excellence Platinum Award winner for outstanding customer satisfaction in the Office Supply category. - October 01, 2009 - Online Labels, Inc.
National Council of Asian American Business Association Supplier Academy at UCLA, Media Sponsored by TownZilla.com
High Tech Communications, Inc., a leading provider of Web and online marketing service for small and medium-sized businesses, announced that it will offer online marketing for the National Council of Asian American Business Association Supplier Academy at UCLA. High Tech Communications will be using its flagship product Townzilla.com Local Search Engine to promote, advertise and market the Academy, which is presented by Wells Fargo. - October 01, 2009 - High Tech Communications, Inc
James McCarthy, Chief Investment Officer, Strategic Capital Solutions, to Speak at Middle East Leaders Forum 2009
James McCarthy, Chief Investment Officer, Strategic Capital Solutions, Speaking at GoldenNetworking.com’s Middle East Leaders Forum 2009 on October 22nd in New York City. - October 01, 2009 - Golden Networking
GoldenNetworking.com's Founder Edgar Perez to Speak at China Leaders Forum 2009
Edgar Perez, GoldenNetworking.com's founder, Addressing GoldenNetworking.com's China Leaders Forum 2009 on "The Ins and Outs of Networking." - October 01, 2009 - Golden Networking
GoldenNetworking.com's Founder, Edgar Perez, to Speak at Middle East Happy Hour, October 5th, New York City
GoldenNetworking.com’s Founder Edgar Perez will address guests at Middle East Happy Hour on "The Ins and Outs of Networking," at Johnny Utah's, October 5th, in the heart of Manhattan. - October 01, 2009 - Golden Networking
RationalPlan Project Management Software 3.15.4 Increased Execution Speed and More Task Types
RationalPlan Project Management Software 3.15.4 comes with a significant increase in its execution speed, more task types, silent install possibility on Windows and some more interface improvements. - October 01, 2009 - Stand By Soft Ltd
NPSA Workshop to Highlight Blast-Resistant Portable Storage
The National Portable Storage Association has announced Casey Vornauf will teach an educational workshop on blast-resistant buildings at its 7th annual conference and trade show in Las Vegas. - October 01, 2009 - National Portable Storage Association
Times to Remember Offers Photography and Videography Services in Denver Colorado
Times To Remember Photography and Videography Services announces an expansion of services in Denver, Colorado and surrounding areas. The company specializes in customized child photography and videography services in Denver Colorado and surrounding areas. - October 01, 2009 - times-2remember.com
Windsor Marquee Hire Provide Additional Hire Items For All Marquees
Hiring a marquee for your wedding, business event or festival is only part of the process when it comes to making sure your special day is as perfect as it can be. - October 01, 2009 - Windsor Marquees
Wake County Economic Development Announces EMC Corp. To Add 100 Jobs at Apex Location
Ken Atkins, executive director of Wake County Economic Development (www.raleigh-wake.org), has announced that EMC Corp. will add 100 jobs at its Apex facility over the next five years. The jobs are part of EMC’s plans for a $280 million expansion that will ultimately add almost 400 jobs in... - October 01, 2009 - Wake County Economic Development
Outstanding Service Earns National Award
Antietam Call Center Wins ATSI Award of Excellence. - October 01, 2009 - Antietam Call Center
Mohammad Zainuddin is the Newest ActionCOACH in Jakarta, Indonesia
Mohammad Zainuddin is proud to join ActionCOACH, which will help him fulfill his own career needs as well as help others. - October 01, 2009 - ActionCOACH
Michael Shepard is Excited for a New Business Opportunity with ActionCOACH
Michael Shepard joins the ActionCOACH team in Turnbridge Wells, UK, and looks forward to helping business owners in the town and surrounding areas. - October 01, 2009 - ActionCOACH
ActionCOACH Pam Holien Believes There is a Growing Need for Business Coaching
Pam Holien is excited to join the ActionCOACH team in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and looks forward to helping other business owners. - October 01, 2009 - ActionCOACH
Max Kozlovsky Joins the ActionCOACH Team
Max Kozlovsky heard about ActionCOACH through a life coach; now, he’ll be a coach to others. - October 01, 2009 - ActionCOACH
RNCOS Releases a New Report - Indian Gems and Jewellery Market - Future Prospects to 2011
RNCOS has recently added a new Market Research Report titled, “Indian Gems and Jewellery Market - Future Prospects to 2011” to its report gallery. Their report provides strategic insight into the gems and jewellery market in India. - October 01, 2009 - RNCOS