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EmPower Research Scoops Three “Rising Stars” Honors in the 2009 IAOP Rankings
EmPower Research LLC is recognized by the International Association of Outsourcing Professionals (IAOP) for being amongst the Best 10 Rising Stars in Revenue Growth, Best 10 Rising Stars in Employee Growth, and Best 20 Rising Stars by Region Served. - May 04, 2009 - EmPower Research LLC
PTG Joins Leading Technology Thought Leaders for Breakthrough Industry Conference
Peer group members learn to manage change, build relationships and help customers succeed in challenging economic times. - May 04, 2009 - PTG
RNCOS Releases a New Report- Processed Food Market in Poland Outlook 2012
RNCOS has recently added a new Market Research Report titled, “Processed Food Market in Poland Outlook 2012” to its report gallery. The report provides extensive research and in-depth analysis on the food processing industry of Poland. - May 04, 2009 - RNCOS
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on Understanding the IRS and Treasury 2009 Business Plan Compensation & Benefits Issues
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 the IRS and Treasury 2009 Business Plan Compensation & Benefits Issues. This two-hour event is scheduled on... - May 03, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Morgan Lewis’ Linda L. Griggs to Speak at Knowledge Congress’ Statement 5 and 141R Loss Contingency Disclosures: An Update on 6/17/09
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts announced today that Linda L. Griggs, Partner, Morgan Lewis will speak at The Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “Statement 5 and 141R Loss Contingency... - May 03, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Wilmerhale’s Thomas White to Speak at Knowledge Congress’ Statement 5 and 141R Loss Contingency Disclosures: An Update on 6/17/09
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts announced today that Thomas White, Partner, Wilmerhale will speak at The Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “Statement 5 and 141R Loss Contingency Disclosures:... - May 03, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Mayer Brown International’s Michael L. Hermsen to Speak at Knowledge Congress’ Statement 5 and 141R Loss Contingency Disclosures: An Update on 6/17/09
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts announced today that Michael L. Hermsen, Partner, Mayer Brown International LLP will speak at The Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “Statement 5 and 141R Loss... - May 03, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher’s Lewis Ferguson to Speak at Knowledge Congress’ Statement 5 and 141R Loss Contingency Disclosures: An Update on 6/17/09
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts announced today that Lewis Ferguson, Partner, Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP will speak at The Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “Statement 5 and 141R Loss... - May 03, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on Statement 5 and 141R Loss Contingency Disclosures: An Update
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 Statement 5 and 141R Loss Contingency Disclosures: An Update. This two-hour event is scheduled on Thursday, June 17, 2009,... - May 03, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Groom Law Group’s William F. Sweetnam, Jr. to Speak at Knowledge Congress’ Understanding the IRS and Treasury 2009 Business Plan Compensation & Benefits Issues
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts announced today that William F. Sweetnam, Jr., Partner, Former Benefits Tax Counsel, Office of the Tax Policy, U.S. Department of the Treasury, Groom Law Group will speak at The... - May 03, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Deloitte’s Elizabeth E. Drigotas to Speak at Knowledge Congress’ Understanding the IRS and Treasury 2009 Business Plan Compensation & Benefits Issues on 5/28/09
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts announced today that Michael L. Hermsen, Partner, Mayer Brown International LLP will speak at The Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “Understanding the IRS and... - May 03, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Monetizing the Changing Marketplace
In 2008, 525 magazines folded in the United States and this trend shows no signs of slowing in 2009 with approximately 90 additional magazines shuttering in the first quarter alone. What do these closures mean? Aside from the thousands of jobs that have been eliminated, it means advertising... - May 03, 2009 - WSI Internet
Allied Partnerships Helps a New Company
Allied Partnerships and Capitol Copy Service are working together to grow Capitol Copy revenues by focusing on a Marketing Plan for 2010 and beyond. - May 03, 2009 - Allied Partnerships
Sonitrol Pacific Detection "Tickles Pink" School Principal
For the third time in less than a year, Sonitrol Pacific detected criminal activity at this Washington grade school and the fast response by officers lead to another arrest April 30. Sonitrol Pacific Operator Marlene Olson received an activation of the school’s audio-based security system... - May 03, 2009 - Sound Security, Inc., dba Sonitrol Pacific
Experts Share Product Development and Revenue Generation Best Practices to Help Companies Weather Out the Economic Downturn
As newspapers across North America and the globe continue to flood with stories of economic downturn and businesses fighting to survive, organizations this month are placing a renewed focus on innovation and revenue generation. A poll taken at the 10th Annual Process Excellence Summit that took... - May 03, 2009 - IQPC
NPSA Develops Billing Fraud Prevention Program
The National Portable Storage Association has developed a Problem Account Database to help members steer clear of deadbeat vendors. - May 03, 2009 - National Portable Storage Association
Centrifuge Media, Inc. Named a "Business Champion" by Business Leader Magazine
Centrifuge Media, Inc. was recently named one of the Triangle’s 2009 “Business Champions” by Business Leader Magazine. - May 03, 2009 - Centrifuge Media, Inc.
HPG Audit In-Charge Joins Pay It Forward Fertility Foundation Board
Hughes Pittman & Gupton CPA, Anna Pattison, has joined the Pay It Forward Fertility Foundation’s board of directors. She will serve as treasurer of the newly formed non-profit organization. - May 03, 2009 - Hughes Pittman & Gupton
Solve Debts Sees Increased Flexibility by Debt Collectors
Solve Debts, a debt resolution company located in San Francisco, California is noticing an interesting trend taking place in the debt settlement industry. As the economic recession continues, Solve Debts is seeing increased flexibility from debt collectors who were usually reluctant to forgive... - May 02, 2009 - Solve Debts
Kelly Media Group Announces Marketing Blog for Lead Generation
Kelly Media Group Inc., a full service global advertising agency and marketing company serving business to business and non-profit organizations, announces the launch of their new blog, Kelly Media Marketing. This interactive website provides advertising news, videos and marketing strategies for lead generation outsourcing, TV advertising. Kelly Media specifically offers IVR, voice broadcasting, organic internet lead generation, live operators and SEO. - May 02, 2009 - Kelly Media Group
IvanaJuliana, LLC Launches Their Cutting Edge and Fashion Forward Interactive Internet Shopping and Sharing Site, Hauteline.com
IvanaJuliana, LLC announces the launch of their dynamic and exciting new Internet site, Hauteline.com, with cutting edge technology offering women throughout the world the unique opportunity to shop along with sharing ideas, styles, life experiences and contests. On May 1, 2009 Hauteline.com will... - May 02, 2009 - IvanaJuliana, LLC
Utz Engineering Acquires PVscreen.com
Utz inc acquires www.pvscreen.com - May 02, 2009 - utz technology
Vitamin Treehouse Goes Online and is Set to Dominate the Health Supplement Market
Long established Vitamin Treehouse finally enters to compete and dominate the on-line health supplements market. - May 02, 2009 - Vitmain Treehouse
APCO/EasyCare Named to Georgia’s Top Privately Held Businesses List for 2009
In recognition of the economic power of privately held companies, DiversityBusiness.com today honored APCO as one of the top privately held businesses in Georgia. This is the 9th annual listing of Georgia’s top businesses by DiversityBusiness.com. The companies listed on the Top Business... - May 02, 2009 - Automobile Protection Corporation/EasyCare
Accounting Technology Announces InterDyn - Artis Selected to Its VAR 100 List for 2009
Accounting Technology, a magazine published monthly by SourceMedia, is pleased to announce that InterDyn - Artis has been selected to its VAR 100 list for 2009. The VAR 100 lists the top 100 resellers by revenue for 2008. These are chosen from organizations that center their practices on the sale... - May 02, 2009 - InterDyn Artis
EssentiaLink Warns Flu Epidemic Could Seriously Hurt Small and Medium Sized Business
The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has issued a Phase 5 Alert that a swine flu pandemic imminent. EssentiaLink’s CEO, Bill Douglas, warns that “particularly in tough economies, SMBs run on minimum staff and the extended loss of even one significant contributor can seriously affect the company’s health.” - May 02, 2009 - EssentiaLink
Sonitrol Pacific Client Can "Rest at Night" After Audio Detection Leads to Arrest of Vandals
One of the owners of an Aloha business said she can “rest at night” after deputies arrested three people suspected of vandalizing their facility April 29. Sonitrol Pacific Operator Kris Etheridge received an impact-activated audio alarm from Elmer Setniker Auto about 4:40 a.m. She... - May 02, 2009 - Sound Security, Inc., dba Sonitrol Pacific
First Advantage, a Global E-discovery and Computer Forensics Provider Named Sponsor at Knowledge Congress' Event on FCPA on 05/06/09
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts has announced today that First Advantage, a global e-discovery and computer forensics provider will be a sponsor at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled:... - May 02, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Adam Pollitt, Senior Director, Litigation Consulting Services, First Advantage to Speak at KC’s Event on FCPA on 05/06/09
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts has announced today that Adam Pollitt, Senior Director, Litigation Consulting Services of First Advantage will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled:... - May 02, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
IPscape Offers ‘Call Centre in the Cloud’ Contingency Plan Options
IPscape, the Australian hosted contact centre specialist, today offered all Australian call centres four-hour access to hosted call centre facilities to support contingency planning in the face of increasing health alerts from the World Health Organisation (WHO). According to IPscape, as only a very short period of time is needed to complete the setup, it can provide additional options for call centre and business management considering contingency options. - May 02, 2009 - IPscape
Recent Published Guidance on §168(k)(4) - Credit Acceleration in Lieu of Bonus Depreciation Live Webcast on 07/23/09
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 Recent Published Guidance on §168(k)(4) - Credit Acceleration in Lieu of Bonus Depreciation. This two-hour event is scheduled on Thursday, July 23, 2009, at 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM EDT. - May 02, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Monarch Beach Golf Links to Host the Irvine Bmw Golf Cup International™
Monarch Beach Golf Links in Dana Point, California has been selected to host the 2009 Irvine BMW Golf Cup International™ on July 13th. Tournament participants will be competing for the chance to participate in the BMW Golf Cup U.S. Final at Pinehurst Resort, in Pinehurst, North Carolina. The... - May 01, 2009 - Irvine BMW
iWinSoft Barcode Generator 1.2.0
A complete barcode solution that lets you generate and print barcodes. - May 01, 2009 - iwinsoft.com
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on Emerging Intellectual Property Issues for Attorneys: a 2009 Update
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 Emerging Intellectual Property Issues For Attorneys: A 2009 Update. This two-hour event is scheduled on Wednesday, May 13,... - May 01, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
The Reality of Credit Scores and Identity Theft
Why it has become increasingly more critical to understand them - May 01, 2009 - ReferralWeb
Copeac Named to Website Magazine's Top 50 Affiliate Network List
Copeac, a division of Intermark Media, has strived to maintain quality and results with all of its clients. Copeac was recently recognized by Website Magazine as one of the Top 50 Affiliate Networks on the web, according to its monthly Web Rankings. Copeac was ranked #3 on the list, which appeared in the May 2009 Special Issue of Website Magazine. This list is an illustration of how Copeac has been able to maintain and grow its presence and success within the industry. - May 01, 2009 - IMM Interactive
Project Management Training Online Offers New PMBOK Fourth Edition-based Project Management Training Courses
Project Management Training Online – pmtrainingonline.com - announced today that it has added PMBOK Fourth Edition project management training courses to its catalog of online project management training courses. Project Management Training Online provides one of the most extensive offerings... - May 01, 2009 - AcroVision Business Systems, Inc. Project Management Training Online#
Regulatory Presentation Veteran, Lee Potts, Joins Regulatory Presentation Management as Project Director
RPM’s new Project Director offers wide range of multimedia, tactical and logistical guidance to clients presenting to FDA Advisory Committees. - May 01, 2009 - Regulatory Presentation Management
Launch of Opportunity to Earn with New Travel Company
Launch of new network marketing based private members vacation club in the USA. Explanations for both the vacation club and income opportunity for working from home. - May 01, 2009 - Future Prosperity Travel Ltd
Easy X Bamboo Banner Stand
Easydisplay International Ltd Co develops first completely biodegradable banner stand: the Easy X Bamboo Banner Stand. - May 01, 2009 - Easydisplay International Ltd Co
Talk Fusion Comes to the Rescue of Tampa Bay Animals
May 16th, 2009 will be a special day for all the furry, four-legged residents of Central Florida. The Humane Society of Tampa Bay is holding its annual “Tuxes and Tails” black tie gala. Talk Fusion, in addition to designing the invitation, program and presentation, is the "Best In Show"sponsor for the event. - May 01, 2009 - Talk Fusion
Ken Atkins of WCED Addresses “Economic Development During an Economic Downturn” in New Podcast
Wake County Economic Development (WCED) (www.raleigh-wake.org) has announced the release of a new audio podcast discussing the topic of economic development during an economic downturn. The podcast features commentary from Ken Atkins, executive director for WCED, and addresses topics such... - May 01, 2009 - Wake County Economic Development
Baker & McKenzie’s John N. Raudabaugh to Speak at Knowledge Congress’ Employment Labor Law 2009: Live Webcast on 6/23/09
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts announced today that John N. Raudabaugh, Partner, Baker & McKenzie LLP will speak at The Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “Employment Labor Law 2009:... - May 01, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Morgan Lewis’ Daniel L. Hogans to Speak at Knowledge Congress’ Employment Labor Law 2009: Live Webcast on 6/23/09
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts announced today that Daniel L. Hogans, Partner, Morgan Lewis will speak at The Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “Employment Labor Law 2009: Live... - May 01, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on Employment Labor Law 2009: Live Webcast
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 Employment Labor Law 2009. This two-hour event is scheduled on June 23, 2009, Tuesday, at 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM EDT. Employment... - May 01, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
White & Case’s Jeffrey J. Oelke to Speak at Knowledge Congress’ Emerging Intellectual Property Issues for Attorneys: a 2009 Update on 5/13/09
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts announced today that Jeffrey J. Oelke, Partner, White & Case LLP will speak at The Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “Emerging Intellectual Property... - May 01, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Foley & Lardner’s George Best to Speak at Knowledge Congress’ Emerging Intellectual Property Issues for Attorneys: a 2009 Update on 5/13/09
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts announced today that George Best, Partner, Foley & Lardner LLP will speak at The Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “Employment Emerging Intellectual... - May 01, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Passive RFID Asset Tracking Solution from DAILY RFID
DAILY RFID has released passive RFID Asset Tracking solution, designed to track and manage mobile and fixed assets through automatic asset tracking. It can automatically keep track of assets as they move in and out of an area, regardless of what type of items, such as document, library books and... - May 01, 2009 - DAILY RFID CO., Limited
Saudi Photographer Faisal Almalki Wins Photographer of the Year (Masters Cup)
Saudi photographer, Faisal Almalki, named "Photographer of the Year" in the 3rd Annual Masters of Photography Cup (Color Awards) 2009. - April 30, 2009 - Faisal Almalki Photography
Film and Television Star Christina DeRosa Will be Racing in the Rally for Kids with Cancer Scavenger Cup Fundraiser
Actress Christina DeRosa will be racing in the Rally for Kids with Cancer Scavenger Cup Fundraiser, Saturday May 2, 2009. The navigator will be David Albert Pierce of the Pierce Law Group. The Rally for Kids with Cancer Scavenger Cup is ignited by the desire to help Children’s Hospital Los Angeles and PADRES Contra El Cáncer end kids' cancer. The Honorary Chair is Eva Longoria Parker. - April 30, 2009 - Christina DeRosa