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Digital Publisher WeClik Produces 2009 "Digital Magazine of the Year" at 58th Maggie Awards
Personal Development, an E-Magazine produced by premier custom digital publisher WeClik, has received top recognition at the 2009 Maggie Awards by the Western Publishing Association (WPA). - May 10, 2009 - Weclik
The 2009 Drucker Centennial Conference in Korea Fosters Dialog Between the Public and Private Sectors
The conference “The Drucker Solutions: Key to Responsible High-Performing Society” will explore ideas and practices of knowledge-based innovation in business and social enterprise and will foster dialog between the public and private sectors in Korea. - May 10, 2009 - Peter F. Drucker and Masatoshi Ito Graduate School of Management
Small Business Expands Nationwide
IzzyLouStudios goes national in just 3 years. Owner, Marie Johnson developed a unique offering over her 30 year career. With the economy forcing companies to drop training, use CBTs and other non-interaction training a new offering has been developed and is now delivered by ILS. Along with this intellectual property is a new visual design of business delivered and developed by ILS, as well. - May 10, 2009 - IZZYLOU Studios
13.56MHz RFID Reader Mini Module
The module is shipped with firmware designed to ensure ease of integration and provides designers with a significant cost/performance advantage. - May 10, 2009 - GAO RFID Inc.
Price Per Head Services Giant Book EZ Has a New and Refreshed Look
Book Ez has presented a new and refreshed look towards becoming the number one price per player provider in the business. After many months of hard work and preparation, the new website for this per head shop has finally been launched and the company is expecting to receive an increasing amount of... - May 10, 2009 - Book Ez
Greenstone Farm Credit Services Reduces Training Expenses and Realizes Immediate ROI by Deploying the Learn.com LearnCenter Platform
Learn.com®, the leader in on-demand workforce development and productivity, announced today that GreenStone Farm Credit Services (FCS), Michigan's largest agricultural lender, has deployed the Learn.com LearnCenter® platform to launch, manage, and track compliance and regulatory training for both online can classroom based curricula. - May 10, 2009 - Learn.com
May 2009 is National Water Safety Month
American Leak Detection in Dallas/Fort Worth is Reminding Customers to Put Safety First When it Comes to Engaging in Water Activities - May 10, 2009 - American Leak Detection
Federal and States Laws Are in Effective May 1, 2009 to Prevent Identity Theft. Almost All Businesses Must be in Compliance.
Identity Theft Solutions of America, Inc protects businesses and employees identities. It is estimated that ID theft consumes 1,000 hours of employee time and $1600.00 to repair credit. This stress diminishes employee productivity and attendance. And therefore the business suffers also. - May 10, 2009 - Identity Theft Solutions of America, Inc
Confero, Inc. Taps MMI Associates, Inc. for Public Relations Services
Elaine Buxton, president of Confero, Inc., (www.conferoinc.com), has announced that the firm has named MMI Associates, Inc. agency of record. Confero, Inc. is a national customer experience measurement firm dedicated to helping their clients provide outstanding service to their own customers. MMI... - May 10, 2009 - Confero, Inc.
Tube Investments Reports Higher Net Profit for 2008-09
The Company achieved a turnover of Rs. 2061 Cr. in the year 2008-09 against Rs. 1744 Cr. in the previous year. The net profit for the year was Rs. 72.18 Cr. against Rs. 56.50 Cr. in the previous year. This represents a growth of 18% in turnover and 28% in Profit after Tax. The net profit includes an extraordinary income of Rs. 47 Cr. as Profit on sale of long term investments and divestment of a Joint Venture. - May 10, 2009 - Murugappa group
Acellus Communications, Inc Approves Name Change and Symbol Change
Worldwide Internet, Inc is a nationwide provider of dial-up Internet services to both wholesale and retail customers. - May 09, 2009 - Worldwide Internet, Inc.
Carooma's Customization Engine Helps Drive the Aftermarket Past Slumping Car Sales
While rising gas prices discourage drivers from buying new cars - and even driving - the automotive aftermarket continues grow. This is driven by the growing popularity of customization across the industry and by companies like Carooma. Carooma (carooma.com) today announced the beta launch of its... - May 09, 2009 - Carooma Inc.
SEO Consult - Still the UK's Number 1 SEO Company
TopSEOs, the independent authority on search vendors, have ranked SEO Consult, the UK’s leading Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) company, as the UK's Number 1 Organic SEO Company for the sixth consecutive month. Currently, SEO Consult rank 1st on Google.co.uk for the search term 'Search Engine Optimization' and 2nd for 'SEO,' correct on 07-05-09. - May 09, 2009 - SEO.co.uk
Payslips Plus Ltd Announce Online Range of Payslip and P60 Solutions
Payslips Plus Ltd, a leading supplier of computerised payslips, wage slips and replacement P60s in the UK, has announced that a wide range of payslip and P60 solutions are now available to order on their website. Payslips Plus Ltd provide computerised payslips to meet a number of needs. Their high... - May 09, 2009 - Payslips Plus Ltd
Vision Computer Solutions Cited as Michigan Economic Bright Spot
Vision Computer Solutions of Northville Michigan wins "Michigan Economic Bright Spot" award from Corp! Magazine. - May 09, 2009 - Vision Computer Solutions
Cleanology Owner Wins SBA Award Christine McDannell Named Small Business Person of the Year
The San Diego District of the Small Business Administration has named Christine McDannell of Cleanology as its 2009 Small Business Person of the Year. - May 09, 2009 - Cleanology
George Anderson, Anger Management Guru, Expands Executive Coaching/Civility Training for Attorneys
George Anderson and his staff at Anderson & Anderson, A.P.C. have already begun promoting Civility-Coaching, an Extention of his Executive Coaching/Anger Management program for attorneys. - May 09, 2009 - Anderson & Anderson, APC
WhiteBoard Partners Announces Strategic Alliance with Binah Advisory
WhiteBoard Partners, LLC announces a strategic alliance with Binah Advisory to provide complete integration process and work flow optimization solutions for sales marketing and operations - May 09, 2009 - WhiteBoard Partners
Outbound Telemarketing Company Live2Sell Launches Inbound Customer Service and Virtual Assistant Subsidiary Due to Client Demand
Philippines call center solutions provider, Live2Sell, Inc. formerly announces the launch of their first subsidiary company, Live2Care, due to demand from clients based in the USA and Europe. - May 09, 2009 - Live2Sell, Inc.
PLS Logistics Services to Deploy Logistics Management, Transportation Brokerage and Other Online Training to Employees
Learn.com®, the leader in on-demand workforce development and productivity, announced today that PLS Logistics Services, a leading provider of technology based, custom third-party logistics solutions will centralize, launch and track all training within the Learn.com LearnCenter platform. - May 09, 2009 - Learn.com
Call Center Industry is Boosting Confidence in the Philippines Business
In a show of trust in the Philippines’ economy despite the world market slump, a private European owned and managed Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) firm recently opened another BPO arm at the 5th Floor. Hyundai Motors Cebu Bldg. A.S. Fortuna Street, Mandaue City, Cebu. Live2 Care, a... - May 09, 2009 - Welive2care.com
Two CINE Awards Given to Backstory Productions
Washington, DC-based Backstory Productions receives two CINE Golden Eagle Awards for videos produced for the Department of Veterans Affairs. - May 09, 2009 - Backstory Productions
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on 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 it has scheduled a live webcast on Understanding New Compliance & Disclosure Interpretations ("C&DIs"). This two-hour event is scheduled on... - May 09, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Plant City's Karen Gillman and Tampa's Intelligent Office Both Nominated for Small Business Leadership Awards
Gillman works for the Intelligent Office® franchise in Tampa, and both she and the company received nominations for the Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce annual awards. Gillman is a small-town girl whose life has unfolded in a series of successful benchmarks that led her to her leadership role today. - May 08, 2009 - Intelligent Office of Tampa Bay
Free E-Commerce Site Search Prototyping Program Announced
Allows Online Merchants to See How CyberSiteSearch Would Improve Sales. - May 08, 2009 - Reinhart Technologies Inc.
SPI Semicon Merges Operations with Parent Company Professional Plastics, Inc.
SPI/Semicon, Inc., a USA manufacturer of static-controlled semiconductor wafer and I.C. packaging products has been merged into their parent company Professional Plastics, Inc. The combined company will continue production of the existing SPI product range at a shared facility in Ogden, Utah. The... - May 08, 2009 - Professional Plastics, Inc.
Attaain Inc., Announces the Addition of Comprehensive Hoover's Company Information Into the AttaainCI Competitive Business Intelligence System
AttaainCI subscribers now have access to Hoover’s detailed information on 32 million companies and 36 million executives worldwide, including business descriptions, revenues, employee counts, Family Tree information, key competitor lists, biographies, compensation, and more. - May 08, 2009 - Attaain Inc.
Connect with Others Who Love to Fish
FISIBOOK, Fishing Information Services International, is a new web resource that connects the fishing community together. Fishermen can connect with other people who love to fish easily. You can find guides, charters, lodging, services and other resources needed for your next fishing trip. The website is expanding rapidly and they are encouraging new members to join today. It is free. - May 08, 2009 - FISIBOOK, INC
New USPS Rates, Services and Discounts Effective May 11, 2009 Supported in Latest Harvey Software CPS Shipping Software
Harvey Software announced today that its Computerized Parcel System (CPS) shipping software is fully ready for the new US Postal Service® rates and services being introduced on May 11, 2009. CPS lets shippers use both domestic and international post office services to their best advantage,... - May 08, 2009 - Harvey Software, Inc.
Action Packaging Systems Introduces Space Saving Gold Seal GS-60 Applicator
A leader in the industry, Action Packaging Systems, Inc. has been supplying custom labels, stock labels, RFID labels, label applicator systems, printers, verifiers, ribbons, and label creation software to handle the needs of their clients around the world since 1979. - May 08, 2009 - Action Packaging Systems Inc
SoftChalk Wins CODiE Award in Two Education Categories
SIIA named SoftChalk ‘Best Postsecondary Instructional Solution’ and ‘Best Education Technology Solution for Productivity/Creativity.’ - May 08, 2009 - SoftChalk
Prenatal Dance Fitness DVD
Prenatal Dance Fitness is a transformational wellness program safe for pregnancy, combining breath work, visualization, yoga, labor prep, mindful movement, graceful dance, energy work, baby bonding and relaxation. The DVD is easy to follow for those who are beginners and supportive and refreshing for those who are fitness enthusiasts, moms-to-be will feel balanced, beautiful and graceful as their belly grows and prepare for labor when the big day arrives. - May 08, 2009 - Jennifer Jimenez
RNCOS Releases a New Report- Indian Solar Energy Market Outlook 2012
RNCOS has recently added a new Market Research Report titled, “Indian Solar Energy Market Outlook 2012” to its report gallery. This report provides a rational analysis and extensive research on the solar power industry in India. - May 08, 2009 - RNCOS
The Chairmen’s RoundTable Shares Top Ten Ways to Keep Employees Motivated in Tough Times
The Chairmen’s RoundTable (CRT), a San Diego-based, non profit volunteer organization that provides gratis mentoring and business advice to CEOs and presidents of local, private businesses, is providing these Top Ten Ways to Keep Employees Motivated in Tough Times, in hopes that business owners may find the information helpful. - May 08, 2009 - Chairmen's RoundTable
Fuentek President Named to the Association of University Technology Managers Editorial Advisory Board
Fuentek, LLC (www.fuentek.com), a consulting firm that provides intellectual property and technology management services, has announced that Laura A. Schoppe, president of the firm, has been named to the Association of University Technology Managers (AUTM) editorial advisory board. AUTM’s... - May 08, 2009 - Fuentek, LLC
Quabiz.com Online Video Business Directory Offers a Free, Easy and Simple Way to Advertise
Companies wanting an easy, low-cost way to advertise can now take advantage of the unique online video business directory at Quabiz.com. Quabiz.com allows companies to sign up at no charge and upload a video to showcase their business. Registered business owners can save hundreds to thousands of... - May 08, 2009 - Quabiz.com
Phoenix-Based Company Launches Software Upgrade Assessment Readiness Program
Phoenix-based Improvisations, Inc. announces the release of Upgrade Studio, a process to guide companies to prepare for major upgrades to their Time and Attendance programs. Bryan deSilva, an industry expert in workforce management software systems, is confident this is a much-needed service. - May 08, 2009 - Improvisations
Online Vaporizer Superstore VaporNation Announces Monthly Specials for May
VaporNation.com has announced the Monthly Specials for May. Under the scheme, Vapor Tower Deluxe Vaporizer, the VaporBrothers Hands Free Vaporizer and the Vaporite 6th Element Vaporizer are being offered at discounted rates. - May 08, 2009 - VaporNation.com
Somyos Puddang Appointed as Resort Manager of X2 Kui Buri
Astudo Hotel & Resort Group has appointed Somyos Puddang as Resort Manager for X2 Resort Kui Buri, Thailand. - May 08, 2009 - Astudo Hotel & Resort Group
Enterprise 2.0 High on the Agenda at the Corporate Social Networking Forum
The Corporate Social Networking Forum – www.corporatesocialnetworking.net - is announcing that Enterprise 2.0 will be featured heavily within the conference agenda. - May 08, 2009 - Social Networking World Forum
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on Form 990 for Hospital Reporting
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, announced today that it has scheduled a live webcast on Form 990 for Hospital Reporting. This two-hour event is scheduled on Thursday, July 9, 2009, at 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM EDT. - May 08, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
600+ Criteria General Purpose RFI Template for Publishing Systems Available at IT Enquirer
General Purpose Request for Information (RFI) helps cross-channel magazine, book, corporate and technical publishers to create a feature-complete, effective RFI and also allows them to evaluate their current system. Vertical RFIs are scheduled to appear soon. - May 08, 2009 - IT Enquirer
Council For Entrepreneurial Development Releases Podcast on Medtech 2009 Conference
Joan Siefert Rose, president of the Council for Entrepreneurial Development (CED) (www.cednc.org), a private, nonprofit organization that promotes entrepreneurial efforts in the Triangle region of North Carolina, has announced the release of a podcast discussing CED’s Medtech 2009 conference,... - May 08, 2009 - CED
Ruhmann Associates Joins Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce Board of Advisors
Ruhmann Associates (www.ruhmannassociates.com), a talent assessment and leadership development firm, has announced that the firm has joined the Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce Board of Advisors. The Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce Board of Advisors, created in 1994, provides an additional... - May 08, 2009 - Ruhmann Associates
Enjoy Quality Service and Peace of Mind with ePipe Technology Plumbing Repair
American Leak Detection in Dallas/Fort Worth Passes ePipe Savings on to Customers. - May 08, 2009 - American Leak Detection
CEO Beverly Chasse Joins Board of EMPACT Africa
Beverly Chasse, President and CEO of Chasse Consulting: Sales Strategies, Inc. joined the board of EMPACT Africa to aid in structuring the organization and promote awareness of HIV/AIDS. - May 08, 2009 - Chasse Consulting: Sales Strategies, Inc.
BCSI Makes Traceable Waves
BCSI is a Beaverton, OR company that is making tracebility an inexpensive, realistic option from the seed-lot to the distribution center. - May 08, 2009 - BCSI
125kHz RFID Code Verifier, Proximity Reader from GAO
Low frequency RFID reader series are high performance RFID reading devices intended for verifying the coding of RFID transponders. They are widely used for personnel identification, POS systems, security systems, and access systems. - May 08, 2009 - GAO RFID Asset Tracking
Portrait Software Appoints David Newberry as Chief Marketing Officer
New Chief Marketing Officer brings 25 years of experience to insight driven customer interaction software company. - May 07, 2009 - Portrait Software
OurChurch.Com Celebrates Search Marketing Month with Info and Deals
OurChurch.Com, a leading provider of custom web design, hosting, search marketing, and advertising services to Christian organizations and individuals, has announced a month long initiative to educate people about search engine marketing and make search marketing more affordable for churches and... - May 07, 2009 - OurChurch.Com