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Diab Consulting Group Welcomes Vice President of Sales Programs
Diab Consulting Group (DCG) is pleased to announce that Charles Crapse has joined the firm as Vice President of Sales Programs. Prior to joining DCG Mr. Crapse spent nine years as a Vice President at CB Richard Ellis, the world’s largest commercial real estate company where he represented numerous Wall Street and high net worth individuals in the strategic positioning, financing and disposition in access of $4 Billion in assets. - March 20, 2009 - Diab Consulting Group
Richard Lipton, Partner, Baker & McKenzie LLP to Speak at KC’s Event on REITS, on 5/12/2009
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcast announced today that Richard Lipton, Partner, Baker & McKenzie LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “REITS, How to Navigate the 2009 Credit Crunch, & Today's Economic Realities ”. This 2-hour event is scheduled on May 5, 2009, Tuesday at 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM ET - March 20, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on Critical GASB Issues for 2009
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, announced today that it has scheduled a live webcast on Critical GASB Issues for 2009. This two-hour event is scheduled on Wednesday, July 8, 2009, at 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM (EDT – New Jersey). In the last several... - March 20, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Gregory Driscoll, Partner, Department of Professional Practice, KPMG LLP to Speak at KC’s Event on Critical GASB Issues for 2009 on 6/4/09
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts announced today that Gregory Driscoll, Partner, Department of Professional Practice, KPMG LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “Critical GASB Issues for 2009”. This 2-hour... - March 20, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Charles B. Temkin, Director, National Tax Office, Deloitte Tax LLP to Speak at KC’s Event on REITS, on 5/12/2009
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcast announced today that Charles B. Temkin, Director, National Tax Office, Deloitte Tax LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “REITS, How to... - March 20, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Global eProcure Finishes Strong in 2008
Credits increased global penetration and new product offerings for seventh year of profitable growth. - March 20, 2009 - Global eProcure
A Virtual Blessing Offers Affordable Administrative Support to Christian Businesses
Christian business owners in search of reliable and affordable administrative support can now turn to A Virtual Blessing, a Christian-based Virtual Assistant business that operates with integrity and a strong Christian belief system. - March 20, 2009 - A Virtual Blessing
Scottsdale Global Assurance, a Subsidiary of Scottsdale Futures and Options Limited, Targets Growth of at Least 14%
Scottsdale Global Assurance (SGA, a subsidiary of Scottsdale Futures and Options Limited), one of Asia's largest life insurer, projects that its business will grow by at least 14% this year, despite the region's flagging economy and a fallout from the world’s largest insurers. General... - March 20, 2009 - Scottsdale Futures and Options Limited
Scottsdale Futures and Options Limited Conducts Analyst's Briefing
Scottsdale Futures and Options Limited recently conducted their monthly Analysts Briefing for the month of March. The company's financial analysts raised vital points that they think will affect the company's operation and financial status. Some of the things discussed are as follows. They stated... - March 20, 2009 - Scottsdale Futures and Options Limited
Business Globalization Research Firm Common Sense Advisory Announces Expansion to Nordic Countries and Baltic States
Translation and Localization Industry Executive, Anne-Marie Colliander Lind, Joins Firm as Director, Nordic Markets. - March 20, 2009 - Common Sense Advisory
Contingency Solutions, LLC’s President to Serve on Two INTERCEP Business Resilience Roundtables
Peter A. Oppenheim, CIC, ARM, MBCI, President of business continuity planning firm Contingency Solutions, has been selected to participate in two roundtables to be hosted by the International Center for Enterprise Preparedness (InterCEP) at New York University in support of a new voluntary certification program for business emergency preparedness as prescribed by The 9/11 Commission. - March 20, 2009 - Contingency Solutions, LLC
‘Beer Run’ Ends in Arrest After Detection by Sonitrol Pacific
Sheriff’s deputies arrested a man bleeding and in possession of illegally obtained beer outside a Beaverton food mart after Sonitrol Pacific detected suspicious activity at the store March 14. Expert Operator Michael Young received the alarm activation from Quick Stop Mini Mart’s... - March 20, 2009 - Sound Security, Inc., dba Sonitrol Pacific
Measurement Vital for Safe Patient Handling Program Success
Measuring critical metrics helps overcome political, cultural, and other barriers that often challenge an effective safe patient handling and movement program, according to Drew Bossen, founder of Atlas Ergonomics, the company that pioneered measurable ergonomics protocols and services. Bossen, a... - March 20, 2009 - Atlas Ergonomics, LLC
Newt Joins the Party
Gingrich Joins Smart Girl Politics in Nationwide Tea Party Coalition - March 19, 2009 - Smart Girl Politics
An Innovative Solution for Multilingual Drupal Websites
ICanLocalize Translator is a new system for translating Drupal powered websites. It allows running multilingual Drupal sites without spending any time on creating translations or keeping them up-to-date. - March 19, 2009 - OnTheGoSystems, Inc.
MB Trading Earns Top Rating in Barron’s 2009 Review of On-Line Brokers
MB Trading (“MBT”), a technology-driven, low-commission brokerage specializing in order routing in securities including Equities, Futures, FOREX, Bonds, and Options through various global exchanges, earned the highest rating given of 4.5 out of 5 stars in Barron’s 2009 Review of... - March 19, 2009 - MB Trading
2009 Cost of Laughing Index Down 1.3%
2009 Cost Of Laughing Index Down 1.3% First Decrease in Index History. Has Deflation Hit Whoopee Cushions? There's some good economic news and some better economic news. The wholesale price of rubber chickens held steady while dancing chicken telegrams plunged $100 according to the 2009 Cost of... - March 19, 2009 - Malcolm Kushner
HIS Commodities Introduce New Trading Platform
HIS Commodities is proud to introduce the TradeX direct-access trading platform for the exclusive use of its clients. “We believe the incredible array of features and functionality that comes built into the TradeX platform will allow our customers to feel more confident in the knowledge that... - March 19, 2009 - HIS Commodities
HIS Commodities is Named Best Futures and Options Broker 2008
HIS Commodities, one of Hong Kong’s leading commodity and financial futures and options brokers has been voted “Best Futures and Options Broker” by readers of Hong Kong Shares Magazine for the second year running. HIS Commodities scooped the award by fending off competition from... - March 19, 2009 - HIS Commodities
Transaction Management Consultant’s Michelle Spalding Featured in Personal Real Estate Investor Magazine
Michelle Spalding, of Transaction Management Consultants -- Nationally renowned real estate closing expert and speaker, is has recently been featured as an expert in Personal Real Estate Investor Magazine. A complete copy of the article is available at www.OnlineTMC.com/in_the_news. - March 19, 2009 - Transaction Management Consultants
MD of Teamlink Travel Running 7 Marathons to Give a Break to Children Living in Poverty
Mark Gardner, the Managing Director of Teamlink Travel will be running seven marathons in seven days to help give kids living in poverty a much-needed break away with their family. - March 19, 2009 - Family Holiday Association
SBS Group Joins Microsoft® & New Orleans Habitat for Humanity
On March 9th, SBS Group joined Microsoft Corporation’s volunteer project with Habitat for Humanity in New Orleans. SBS Group is a leading business management solutions provider for small and mid-size businesses along the East Coast. SBS Group representatives Ernie Gagliardo and Kim Kohlhepp joined hundreds of Microsoft Dynamics partners and client volunteers at the New Orleans Area Habitat for Humanity Musicians’ Village site. - March 19, 2009 - SBS Group
Nationwide Relocation Services' New Website Focuses on Safety
Nationwide Relocation Services revamped website offers safety and security moving tips. Families can be rest assured knowing Nationwide Relocation Services is ranked high in safety and security. NRS makes safety and security their number one priority during all moves. - March 19, 2009 - Nationwide Relocation Services
Cisco Teams with Talpro to Provide Staffing Vendor Management Services to Cisco's Channel Partners
Talpro assists Cisco Systems in organizing recruitment and staffing vendors for their North American Channel Partners. - March 19, 2009 - Talpro
EssentiaLink Explains What Must be Considered When Selecting a Managed Services Provider
A whole lucrative industry has spawned just to help inexperienced people market MSP services. So regardless of size or experience, anyone can have very slick websites, post cards, and fliers. It is getting harder and harder to tell who has the requisite experience and who does not. - March 19, 2009 - EssentiaLink
The Brooks Group Earns Recognition as Finalist in 3rd Annual Stevie Awards®
Sales and Sales Management Training firm, The Brooks Group, receives coveted nod for Sales Process of the Year. - March 19, 2009 - The Brooks Group
Tampa Bay Business Journal Names RedVector as a 2009 Best Place to Work
Competition Honors Companies That Have Fostered Positive Work Environments - March 19, 2009 - RedVector
SparkBase Launches GetYourBalance.com
Easy to Use Web Site Lets Customers Track Gift and Loyalty Balances in Real-Time - March 18, 2009 - SparkBase LLC
Success in Recession Through Moore Motivation
Daniel Moore is the founder and president of Moore Motivation. With the release of his new book "The 10 Affirmations of Motivation," he has taken the speaking industry by storm. - March 18, 2009 - Moore Motivation
Filmetrics Launches Thin-film Photovoltaic Dedicated Metrology Systems
High-speed, reliable, and affordable metrology solutions for every class of thin-film photovoltaic material used in today's industry. - March 18, 2009 - Filmetrics Inc
Cybersoft Selects Technology Partner for Title Insurance Outsourcing Market
Business Process Outsourcing Company Uses CentRealTech's One Click System for Title Production Process. - March 18, 2009 - Cybersoft, Inc.
Knoah Solutions Named a Global Outsourcing 100 Company
Knoah Solutions, a leading provider of multi-channel customer support and BPO offshore outsourcing services, announced today that it has been named to The 2009 Global Outsourcing 100 list by The International Association of Outsourcing Professionals™ (IAOP™). This is the second time... - March 18, 2009 - Knoah Solutions
Ascent Adventure Consultants: Building Into the Stability and Success of Raleigh NC Businesses
Ascent Adventure Consultants, Apex North Carolina based corporate team building experts and professional rock climbing guides, have created two unique team building programs that are designed to build confidence, stability, loyalty, unity, success, and ultimately profitability into the businesses in the Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill area. - March 18, 2009 - Ascent Adventure Consultants LLC
FS-Elliott Company Makes Significant Management Changes in Export, PA
FS-Elliott Co., LLC announced three significant changes in senior management at the headquarters location in Export, PA. Mr. Ronald L. Stewart, current FS-Elliott CEO, has been promoted to Vice President of the Fu Sheng Machinery Division. Mr. Paul C. Brown has been promoted to the position of Chief Executive Officer of FS-Elliott and Mr. Donald Ravicchio will be joining FS-Elliott as Vice President of EMA & America Sales. - March 18, 2009 - FS-Elliott Co., LLC
Systemation Introduces New Virtual Format Across Its Entire Portfolio of Project-Based Learning Improvement Solutions
Project managers, business analysts and agile developers can now experience the benefits of instructor-led, interactive training while saving time, costs and travel expenses - March 18, 2009 - Systemation
Nationwide Relocation Services Launches New, Informative Website movingcost.com
Nationwide Relocation Services is launching a brand new, highly informative website, which features moving tips, articles, and a free quote form. The site is innovative and fresh, colorful and unique. - March 18, 2009 - Nationwide Relocation Services
Latest RFID Bracelet Released by DAILY RFID
DAILY RFID has recently launched RFID bracelet-13, operating in 125KHz and 13.56MHz, designed for recreational area, amusement park, swimming pool and hospital. This RFID bracelet is constructed of non-allergenic silicon, with low price at 0.58USD this month. This RFID bracelet can provide... - March 18, 2009 - DAILY RFID CO., Limited
RNCOS Releases a New Report- Indian Payment Card Market Forecast to 2012
RNCOS has recently added a new Market Research Report titled, “Indian Payment Card Market Forecast to 2012” to its report gallery. The report provides a comprehensive research and prudent analysis on the emerging payment card market in India. - March 18, 2009 - RNCOS
Wake County Economic Development Project Receives 2009 SPACE Award for Economic Development
Ken Atkins, executive director for Wake County Economic Development (WCED) (www.raleigh-wake.org), has announced that Siemens Medical Solutions (SMS) USA Expansion received the Triangle Business Journal’s SPACE Award for Economic Development in the Existing Industry category. This award... - March 18, 2009 - Wake County Economic Development
First Investors Chairman’s Council - Patrick Sciarra Seeks to Reclaim Top Spot
Although he has several weeks left until the final tally on April 24, Patrick Sciarra looks strong in the First Investors’ performance rankings for 2008-09. - March 18, 2009 - First Investors Media
Roto-Rooter Names Cincinnati’s EMG as Agency of Record
Greater Cincinnati’s Largest Public Relations Firm to Implement National Initiatives. - March 18, 2009 - Roto-Rooter
Nation’s Leading Flip Flop Retailer Partners with Toe-rrific Charity
Flips Flop Shops Joins Mission to Provide Footwear to Those in Need; Selects Soles4Souls as National Charity. - March 18, 2009 - Flip Flop Shops
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on Deposit Insurance and Risk Based Assessments
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcast recently announced that it has scheduled a live webcast on “Deposit Insurance and Risk Based Assessments”. This two-hour event is scheduled on Tuesday, June 16, 2009, at... - March 18, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
In The Economic Downturn, Working Parents Look For Affordable, Quality Childcare Options
Leading au pair agency launches a promotion to help families burdened with finding affordable childcare. AuPairCare introduces families to a live-in childcare solution that doesn't immediately come to mind for many U.S. families and is much more affordable than daycare or other live-in nanny options. - March 17, 2009 - Intrax Cultural Exchange
Long Island Foreclosures Increase 69% Over February 2008 Says PropertyShark.com Report
Long Island Foreclosure Report Issued by PropertyShark.com for February 2009 New foreclosures in Long Island totaled 324 in February 2009, increasing 26% over January 2009 (257) and 69% over February 2008 (192) Says PropertyShark.com. - March 17, 2009 - PropertyShark.com
Media5 MC Client Receives Unified Communications Magazine’s 2008 Product of the Year Award
MC Client Recognized for Outstanding Innovation as a Fixed Mobile Communications Application. - March 17, 2009 - Media5 Corporation
Use of Offshoring Declines Within the Market Research Industry in 2009
Decreases driven in part by growing quality concerns among market research professionals - March 17, 2009 - MarketResearchCareers
Online Boutique OohLaLuxe.com Introduces Gypsy 05 & LNA Clothing for Spring 2009
Style mavens who seek out designer clothing and accessories online will be happy to know that up and coming e-boutique OohLaLuxe.com is kicking off the Spring 2009 season with brand new labels. - March 17, 2009 - Ooh La Luxe!
Research Study Finds E-Invoicing and Online Payments Reduce Outstanding Receivables 42.6% in School-Age Child Care Program
Electronic payment solutions found to increase revenue, reduce receivables, speed payment collection, and reduce administrative burden. - March 17, 2009 - SofterWare
13.56MHz PDA SD Interface RFID Reader/Writer - from DAILY RFID
DAILY RFID has released 13.56MHz PDA SD interface RFID Reader/Writer, designed to plug into laptop, PDA and smartphone device with a SD Card slot. With this PDA SD interface RFID Reader Writer, users can use their PDA and Smartphones as portable RFID terminals. This PDA RFID Reader Writer has a... - March 17, 2009 - DAILY RFID CO., Limited