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Social Networking with an Artistic Twist
At 6pm on December 12, 2008, The Cummings Group will be opening theirs doors, removing their coats and ties and going primal. The agency represents eight artists and will be featuring their work in the confines of an art gallery setting complete with a primal drum circle and hors d'oeuvres and... - December 01, 2008 - The Cummings Group
Franchise Direct Introduces the Top 500 Franchise Opportunities in Europe
Franchise Direct, one of the world’s leading portals for franchise and business opportunities, has introduced its exclusive list of the Top 500 Franchise Opportunities in Europe. By providing essential information for potential franchisees, Franchise Direct has become an indispensable resource on franchising in Europe. - December 01, 2008 - Franchise Direct UK & Ireland
Sawlog Prices Increase in China in 3Q 2008 as Log Supply Tightens, Reports WRI
The domestic sawlog market in China has tightened as a result of reduced log imports from Russia in 2008. The increased competition for logs has pushed log prices upward to record highs in the 3Q 08, according to Wood Resources International. - December 01, 2008 - Wood Resources International LLC
Samson Carts® Introduces First Green Dolly
New Dolly Could Save 175,000 Trees and Reduce CO2 by 61,764 Tons per Year. - December 01, 2008 - ICB, LLC - Samson Carts/CrateXpress
Business Expert Webinars and NetProspex Announce Formulation of Strategic Alliance
Business Expert Webinars (BEW), the leading provider of business eLearning, and NetProspex, a business contact directory and sales lead recycling platform, announced that they have formulated a strategic alliance to cross-promote their services. “NetProspex is a fantastic resource for sales... - December 01, 2008 - Business Expert Webinars
Virtual Staffers Avoid Bleak Car Market, Some Economy Woes
Virtual Workers Have Office in a Box with HP. - December 01, 2008 - Team Double-Click
RR9 Long Range RFID Reader(DL810) --- from DAILY RFID
DAILY RFID ( www.rfid-in-china.com ),a leading producer of RFID tags and RFID readers, has recently announced new 13.56MHz HF Long Distance Reader DL810(RR9-Long Range-13.56MHz),designed for RFID applications in supply chain management etc. This HF Long Range RFID Reader DL810 is engineered to... - December 01, 2008 - DAILY RFID CO., Limited
Maine Self Storage Association Selects MiniCo Publications as Member Benefit
MiniCo Publishing has announced an agreement with the Maine Self Storage Association (MeSSA) to provide the company’s "Mini-Storage Messenger" and "Self‑Storage Now!" magazines as member benefits beginning in January 2009. MeSSA members will receive the digital... - December 01, 2008 - MiniCo Insurance Agency, LLC
A New Event for Moms
The secrets of real-life moms are now revealed. The hit stand-up comedy show, Mom's Night Out! is available for fundraisers and events. - November 30, 2008 - Mom's Night Out!
Apartments Rome Sweet Home 10th Anniversary
Apartments Rome Sweet Home, the Italy's premier company managing Apartments in Rome, celebrates 10th Anniversary with the program's launch Personal Customer Care. - November 30, 2008 - Rome Sweet Home
QGSPL Starts Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Training Programs
Timely training is an important factor in step by step progress. By keeping this in mind, the leader in six sigma training and consultancy services QGSPL is going to start its new training sessions. You may get more information from www.qgspl.com. - November 30, 2008 - Quality Growth Services Private Limited
Welcome to the Future of Skincare Technology
Skin 2 Skin Care™ creator, Ken Simpson, has developed a 21st Century intensive, age-defying skin care line formulated specifically for mature and age-affected skin for those 35years of age and older. Skin 2 Skin Care™ products like Skin 2 Skin’s Age Intervention Cream, the Un-Wrinkle Forehead & Crow’s-Feet Cream and the Anti-Sagging Serum. - November 29, 2008 - Skin 2 Skin Care
Dawna Lee Heising and Brandon McNeil of “Eye on Entertainment” Film Show on the Red Carpet at the 2008 Los Angeles Music Awards
Mark Barnes Wins 2008 Hollywood F.A.M.E. Music and Cinema Award and Performs Two Songs. - November 29, 2008 - Eye on Entertainment
Full House at WSI Internet Marketing Summit in Toronto
Business owners learn strategies to drive profits via online marketing. - November 29, 2008 - WSI Internet
Metropolitan Shuttle® Wins G20 Contract in Washington, DC
Metropolitan Shuttle®, the leading source for nationwide bus charter rental services, was awarded a contract by the U.S. State Department to provide transportation services for the national and international media on Saturday, November 15, 2008 for coverage of the G-20 financial summit. - November 28, 2008 - Metropolitan Shuttle
The Chartered Institute of Taxation Returns to Second Life® with the Editor of Taxation Magazine
The Chartered Institute of Taxation (CIOT) is returning to Second Life ® to discuss the tax implications of doing business in a virtual world with the editor of Taxation Magazine. - November 28, 2008 - depo consulting ltd
Jim Milano, Member, Weiner, Brodsky, Sidman, Kider, PC to Speak at KC’s Event on Reverse Mortgage on 3/11/2009
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts announced today that Jim Milano, Member, Weiner, Brodsky, Sidman, Kider, PC will speak at The Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “Reverse Mortgage: Risk analysis, Exam Procedures, and Practical Guidance.” This 2-hour event is scheduled on March 11th, 2009, Wednesday, at 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM ET. - November 28, 2008 - The Knowledge Group
Shirtworks Expands Promotional Clothing Screen Printing Capacity Due to High Demand for Printed T-Shirts and Logo Printing
Shirtworks bucks the trend for gloomy business news by announcing the expansion of its screen printing capacity due to prolonged high demand for promotional clothing that requires the printing of complex colour logos and designs. - November 28, 2008 - Shirtworks
Portable Storage a Boon for Black Friday Retailers
The National Portable Storage Association encourages retailers to use in-store square footage for merchandising – and portable storage for back stock – during a critical holiday shopping season. - November 28, 2008 - National Portable Storage Association
Take Control of Business Processes with New QPR 8 Business Process Management Platform
QPR Software Plc has announced the release of QPR 8 – the new version of its integrated management system. The Business Process Management platform has many enhanced features compared to previous product generations, including more efficient support for Risk Management and Quality Compliance, and easy integration with Microsoft Office and Sharepoint. - November 28, 2008 - QPR Software
Smart Marketers Emulate Obama Marketing Campaign and Cash in on Economic Crisis: BrandU Reveals Downturn Economy Serves Opportune Platform for Businesses to Thrive
During a spiraling economy, smart marketers are beefing up their marketing after witnessing the success of President-elect Barack Obama’s flawless marketing campaign. Business expert Vito Montone stresses that while a recession creates opportunities for entrepreneurs, they must focus on bold, strategic marketing steps. To avoid making critical marketing mistakes, Montone uses a scientifically backed process on his clients. Learn more about BrandU's Business Profit System at www.BrandU.com. - November 27, 2008 - Intention Products, LLC
Keep the Magic of Santa Alive for the Child in Your Life While Helping Struggling Families This Christmas
Jefferson, GA based business, NorthPolePostOffice.org creates personalized letters from Santa Claus to children. Imagine the look on your child’s face when they receive a real letter from Santa. - November 27, 2008 - North Pole Post Office, LLC
The Second City and Nike Sportswear at the Montalbán Collaborate to Benefit Hollywood Media+Arts
Actors from the legendary comedy Second City Theatre to perform in a special benefit performance for Hollywood Media +Arts on Monday, December 15, 2008 at 8:00 p.m. Tickets are $40 and available through www.etix.com. - November 27, 2008 - The Second City Training Center-Los Angeles
IDL (EU) Rewarded for Another Outstanding Project
IDL (EU) Limited, Blue C’s main shareholder and the architectural force behind the luxury Whiterocks resort in Bafra, North Cyprus, recently received the distinction of seeing one of their projects recognised by the very top level of the interior design community. During last month’s... - November 27, 2008 - Blue C Developments
Skin Care for Athletes Moisturizes & Massages U.S. Olympic Swimmers
Tri-Body Spray a hit at the 2008 Golden Goggle Awards as part of the VIP Gift Bag Suite - November 27, 2008 - Morning Indigo, LLC
International and Private Equity Buyers Forum
The Transition Companies is pleased to invite key executives to an International and Private Equity Buyers Forum at The Renaissance Hotel Times Square, New York City on Thursday, February 26, 2009, at 9:00 AM. - November 27, 2008 - The Transition Companies
Virtual Assistant Association Challenges Virtual Assistants Worldwide to Donate to Local Food Banks
Virtual Assistant industry rises to the occasion to help community food banks meet record number of families and others needing assistance this holiday season. - November 27, 2008 - Virtual Assistant Chamber of Commerce
Atlas to Share Assessment, Optimization Methods at National Ergonomics Conference
Known as a pioneer in reducing work-related injuries and costs, Atlas Ergonomics will its share its proven, systematic approach to optimizing industrial ergonomics in three presentations at the National Ergonomics Conference and Exposition, December 2 through 5, 2008 in Las Vegas. On Tuesday,... - November 27, 2008 - Atlas Ergonomics, LLC
Carrie Mitchell Joins Women Presidents’ Organization
Carrie Mitchell, president of ASAP Office Supply, (www.asapofficesupply.com) has joined the Raleigh Chapter of the Women Presidents’ Organization (WPO), a local and international nonprofit organization that connects top women entrepreneurs at the million and multimillion-dollar level for... - November 27, 2008 - ASAP Office Supply
Mumbai-Based DeskAway is One of the Top 30 Finalists for the TATA NEN Hottest Startups Award 2008
The Tata NEN (National Entrepreneurship Network) Hottest Startups Awards 2008 today announced the shortlist of 30 finalists, which includes Mumbai based Synage Software and its flagship on-demand social project collaboration service, DeskAway (www.deskaway.com). - November 27, 2008 - Synage Software Pvt. Ltd.
OdinJobs Releases Job Market Statistics for 3rd Quarter Of 2008
The Latest Job Market Stats in a Down Economy. - November 27, 2008 - OdinJobs
Luxury Honeymoon in Vietnam by Exotissimo Travel
Exotissimo Travel introduces new luxury Vietnam honeymoon package to provide couples with cherished moments in Southeast Asia. - November 26, 2008 - Exotissimo Travel Group
www.DentalBillingSoftware.com, Announces a New Partnership Distribution with DentiMax Dental Software Programs
www.DentalBillingSoftware.com and DentiMax join forces to comarket DentiMax dental practice software to dentists nationwide. Free Demo is available on website for this affordable dental office software program. - November 26, 2008 - DentalBillingSoftware.com
Tactile CRM v2 Launched to Help Small Businesses Maximise Sales Potential
Senokian releases new version of web-based applications aimed at helping small businesses communicate more effectively. - November 26, 2008 - Tactile CRM
Network Marketing Business School Announces $75,000 Giveaway to Assist Everyday Network Marketers
Troy Rocavert, CEO of Network Marketing Business School announced today that over the next 12 months Network Marketing Business School will be giving away $75,000 dollars worth of online advertising space to assist everyday networkers to help promote their network marketing business. - November 26, 2008 - Network Marketing Business School
See the New 2009 E320 Bluetec at Mercedes-Benz of Long Beach
A Clean Diesel with All the Power. - November 26, 2008 - Mercedes-Benz of Long Beach
Retail Institute Releases Winning Retail Business Plans
Create a Winning Retail Business Plan in one day and get the financing you need. - November 26, 2008 - The Retail Institute
Myinternetbusiness Formally Introduces Business Center 2.0 by Ask4Ben.com
Myinternetbusiness.com has completed phase two of five, and long behold, it was worth the wait. With their new and unique outlook on how people communicate through marketing, Myinternetbusiness have discovered a new way to build relationships through their strategies and techniques. Now, just for... - November 26, 2008 - Ask4Ben.com
Lending a Helping Hand: SBS Group Teams Up with Habitat for Humanity
SBS Group got down and dirty while lending a helping hand to build homes with Habitat for Humanity. SBS Group, a leading technology consulting firm, provides mid-market business solutions to companies along the East Coast. - November 26, 2008 - SBS Group
Experient Honored for Lifetime Achievement with Sage
Socius, a Sage North America business partner, announced today that its client, Experient of Twinsburg, Ohio, has won a Sage Customer Award for Lifetime Achievement. Experient won the Lifetime Achievement Award by demonstrating the long-term benefits derived from the use of Sage SalesLogix. For 10 years, Experient has leveraged a customized version of Sage SalesLogix to achieve speed and business efficiencies that are still ahead of many other organizations in the event management industry. - November 26, 2008 - Socius
New Domain Name Community Focusing on Safer Trading Launches
Today, DNF24 has announced the launch of its new Domain Name Forum, focusing on a friendly, fair and safe domain name trader marketplace while providing advice and industry related news. The community can be found at http://dnf24.com/ "Being Domainers ourselves, we know what domain name... - November 26, 2008 - DNF24.COM
jexbo™ Recognized as a 2008 “Most Innovative” Home-based Business
Site for self-published authors wins “Honorable Mention” in StartupNation Home-Based 100 Contest. - November 26, 2008 - jexbo
PCG Announces “Partnership for Profit” Program for Agents, Affiliates, and Small Business
Payroll Consultants Group (PCG) a growing leader in the provision of payroll services, workers comp and general liability coverage, today announced the expansion of profit solutions to agents, affiliates and other service providers serving small business clients. The expansion of their partnership... - November 26, 2008 - Payroll Consultants Group
AFON Achieves SAP Business One Gold Partner Status in September 2008
AFON Pte Ltd is delighted to announce that the company has been achieves SAP Business One Gold Partner status in September 2008. - November 26, 2008 - Afon Pte Ltd
Surplus Reps to Offer Risk-Free Surplus Sales Services
Surplus Reps is offering to assist manufacturers sell their excess inventory. The service is risk-free to clients because it is a results-oriented fee for performance only. A fee is charged only if inventory is sold. There are many reasons why some inventory becomes stale, even if it is new... - November 26, 2008 - Surplus Reps
Learn How to Think Differently for Success from Gregory Berns, Author of Iconoclast on the StrategyDriven Podcast
Tune in to beyond-the-scope-of-the-book interviews with Nathan Ives on the StrategyDriven Podcast. In this interview, Nathan Ives delves deep into the expertise of Gregory Berns, Distinguished Chair of Neuroeconomics at Emory University and author of Iconoclast: A Neuroscientist Reveals How to Think Differently, to explore how these game-changers literally “see” the world differently—and how you can too. - November 26, 2008 - StrategyDriven Enterprises, LLC
Smart Transaction Systems Releases 2008 Small Business Gift Card Study
New study provides valuable insight into the strength of small business gift card programs during uncertain financial times. - November 25, 2008 - Smart Transaction Systems
Gym Floor Covers Are a Profitable Investment in Gym Floor Protection
With the indoor sports season arriving in much of America, All Court Fabrics wants gymnasium and physical plant managers know, smart investment in durable gym floor cover can save significant dollars and also create branding opportunities with custom full color logos and messaging. - November 25, 2008 - All Court Fabrics
Greeting Card Company Expands “Evil Christmas Cards” Line for 2008 Holiday Season
Greeting card publisher Order of St. Nick is serving up a new line of gothic Christmas cards that look at the dark side of the holiday season. The cards, available for sale on www.evilxmas.com, feature vampires, zombies, bats, undead pirates, and severed body parts galore, making them the perfect... - November 25, 2008 - Order of St. Nick
Carson Toyota Unveils the All-New Venza
Newest Addition to Toyota Family Combines the Best of Toyota Cars and SUVs - November 25, 2008 - carson toyota