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Ezilon.com Unveils Its New Modified Web Directory
A regional directory and search engine company, Ezilon.com unveils its new directory site home page at Ezilon.com today. Founded since 2002, Ezilon.com is known for its provision of regionally targeted quality information in the continental regions and countries around the world. Relevancy and... - October 01, 2008 - Ezilon Directory and Search Engine
Hollywood Vibes Comes to K Street at Lotus Lounge Celebrity Red Carpet Charity Party to Benefit Childrens Miracle Network
Star Studded Red Carpet Leads to an All-Star Celebration. Inside Lotus Featuring Special Guest Set Performance By Los Angeles Celebrity DJ Samantha Ronson. - October 01, 2008 - Pointed Magazine
Gladstone Homes Lets Homeowners Create an Array of Masterful Suites
Dual master suites and private first floor suites are increasingly in demand in new home construction, according to Northern Illinois homebuilder Gladstone Homes. - October 01, 2008 - Gladstone Homes
The Alan Titchmarsh Show and Tracesmart Need People Looking to Find Loved Ones
People search experts Tracesmart are teaming up with ITV's Alan Titchmarsh show in a campaign to locate missing persons and reunite them with loved ones. - October 01, 2008 - Tracesmart Ltd
Business901 Joins the Greater Fort Wayne Chamber of Commerce
Dager says: “They represent the voice of business development for Fort Wayne, Allen County and Northeast Indiana.” - October 01, 2008 - Business901.com
Banking Tops Momentum Rankings: Sector Momentum Tracker Reports
This week’s issue of Fidelity Independent Adviser’s Sector Momentum Tracker examines the recent momentum surge in banking funds. - October 01, 2008 - Dion Money Management, LLC
ADX Technologies is Recognized as Top 200 South Florida Small Business
ADX Technologies, a leading provider of IT solutions and network management for small to medium sized businesses, was named a Top 200 South Florida Small Business by Business Leader Magazine. Businesses were ranked on revenue growth, business achievement and community involvement. This honor is a... - October 01, 2008 - ADX Technologies
TurnKey Graphics Wins National PEAK Award
TurnKey Graphics LLC is pleased to announce it has won a Print Excellence and Knowledge (PEAK) Grand Award in a national competition sponsored by award-winning Print Solutions Magazine. A popular printing industry trade publication, Print Solutions Magazine is published by the Print Services &... - October 01, 2008 - TurnKey Graphics LLC
Kansas Firm Launches First Aid Supply Website
Aims to Offer Low-Cost Alternative to First Aid Van Services. - October 01, 2008 - RestockMyKit.com
Secrets to Effective CAD Option Management
Blue Tangerine Solutions will host the 15th webinar, of their free "Ask the Experts" Webinar Program, entitled “Secrets to Effective CAD Option Management” on Thursday, October 2, 2008 – 1:00 pm Eastern. - October 01, 2008 - Blue Tangerine Solutions
SonaVision Spies Trespasser at Calbag Metals
Police arrested and charged a man with trespassing at Calbag Metals after the SonaVision security camera system detected him September 12. A Sonitrol Pacific operator received the system activation and saw a man in a hooded sweatshirt walking around the business yard, carrying something heavy. He... - October 01, 2008 - Sound Security, Inc., dba Sonitrol Pacific
Media Testing Aids in the Assessment of New Marketing and Media Strategies
WFofR’s media testing service offers benefits for business users. The product offers the minimization of risk due to testing strategies before use. - October 01, 2008 - WFofR
ForeignTRADEX Promotes U.S. Manufacturers in Belgium, France and Luxembourg
The US-European Industrial Trade Directory has launched several reports to help U.S. manufacturers and exporters of industrial goods do business with importers in France, Belgium and Luxembourg. - October 01, 2008 - IndustrialLeaders.com
Halloween Costume Shopping: Online or In-store?
But what are the benefits and drawbacks to shopping online and in-store? Bob Schank, Chief Operating Officer of Halloween Adventure, a costume retailer with more than 100 "brick & mortar" costume stores spanning the country and an online e-Commerce costume and accessory superstore, let consumers in the know on Thursday. - September 30, 2008 - HalloweenAdventure.com
Chilworth Technology Publishes Strategic Guide on Handling Dusts and Powders Safely to Help Companies That Are a Target of the OSHA Combustible Dust NEP
In light of the newly released OSHA’s Combustible Dust National Emphasis program (CPL 03-00-006) Chilworth Technology has published strategic Guide for the safe handling of combustible dusts. This document, “Chilworth Technology Strategic Guide – Handling Dusts & Powders... - September 30, 2008 - Chilworth Technology, Inc.
Prive' Designer Sales Presents Fall '08 NYC Sample Sale
Prive' Designer Sales presents their Fall '08 designer sample sale in New York from Oct. 1 - Oct. 5, 2008. - September 30, 2008 - PRIVÉ Designer Sales
Tradewind Aviation Adds a Third Citation CJ3
Tradewind Aviation announces the addition of a third Citation CJ3 to its rapidly expanding fleet. With this new aircraft, Tradewind becomes the largest North East operator of the popular light jet. The 2005 CJ3 is newest standard in light jet comfort and performance. With the latest technology,... - September 30, 2008 - Tradewind Aviation
JVB Architect, LLC Provided Green Design
JVB Architect, LLC completed multiple green designed projects compliant to USGBC LEED Guidelines. - September 30, 2008 - JVB ARCHITECT, LLC
Emerald Software Announces Outreach Program: HR Technology Gift-in-Kind for Children's Healthcare
Emerald Software Group of Alpharetta, Georgia announces today its Emerald Outreach program, offering gift-in-kind donations of its workforce management technology to nonprofit organizations in children's healthcare and wellness. - September 30, 2008 - WPG, LLC
Offshore Company, a Division of 1-800-COMPANY Now Fulfills the Entrepreneurial Dream Helping People to Actually Start Their Own Bank
Owning a bank? What entrepreneur hasn't spent countless days and nights dreaming about owning their own bank. Offshore Company is now turning this dream into a reality for many of its clients, thanks to a little help from New Zealand. - September 30, 2008 - 1-800-COMPANY.com
Loss Prevention
A 2006 National Retail Security Survey reported that retail businesses were suffering an average shrinkage -the percentage of products lost between the manufacturer and the final point of sales - of 1.57%. That may not seem like a lot, but when you consider that this same survey in 2001 reported that retailers had lost $31 billion to shrinkage, it is clearly no trivial matter. - September 29, 2008 - Picore Worldwide
Delray Beach Company Selected to Facilitate Workshop at This Year’s the Bridge to the Future! 8th Annual Youth Development Conference to Inspire Community Action
Rainbow Marketing Inc. announced today that the company was selected through a RFP process to facilitate one of this year’s workshops at the 8th Annual Youth Development Conference. The company will facilitate a 90 minute session entitled “Be All That You Can Dream a Guide to Youth Entrepreneurship.” Attendees will learn how to start and manage their own business. This year’s conference will take place on December 11th at the Philadelphia Convention Center, 1101 Arch St. Philadelphia, PA. - September 29, 2008 - Rainbow Marketing Inc Dba Global Business Development Center
The Chartered Institute of Taxation Returns to Second Life ®
The Chartered Institute of Taxation (CIOT) is returning to Second Life ® to discuss the tax implications of doing business in a virtual world. - September 29, 2008 - depo consulting ltd
Beyond Music, Beyond Glamour, Beyond Disco: Gatecrasher Birmingham
When award winning design firm Bigtimedesign Studios travels across the pond, they did it in a big big way. Big Ben isn't the only thing big in Britain now. Gatecrasher, the U.K.'s "hyper club" is re-born under the tutelage of nightlclub design impresario Callin Fortis and his studio. - September 28, 2008 - Bigtimedesign Studios
NPSA Conference Offers Networking Opps on Vegas Strip
The National Portable Storage Association's 6th Annual Conference & Exposition is chock full of professional networking opportunities 24/7. - September 28, 2008 - National Portable Storage Association
The Commonsense Entrepreneur: Success Through Customer-Centric Thinking
Joel D Canfield, The Commonsense Entrepreneur, teaches service related businesses how focusing on the customer in every aspect of their business, not just those traditionally associated with customer service, will help their business thrive, especially in a difficult economy. - September 28, 2008 - The Commonsense Entrepreneur
Moonview Sanctuary Executive Resilience and Peak Performance Summits Help High-Powered Executives Achieve Maximum Potential in Both Professional and Personal Lives
Moonview Sanctuary, a non-residential treatment and optimal performance center which specializes in combining Eastern and Western approaches, has announced a new series of workshops designed to address the most pressing issues facing corporate executives today. The Moonview Executive Resilience and... - September 28, 2008 - Moonview Sanctuary
DJs from Across the Globe Unite to Strategically Impact the Music Industry
Union Results in the Formation of the International DJ Trade Association. - September 27, 2008 - The International Disc Jockey Trade Association (IDJTA)
See the New 2009 E320 Bluetec at Mercedes-Benz of Long Beach
A Clean Diesel with All the Power. - September 27, 2008 - Mercedes-Benz of Long Beach
See the 2008 BMW 135i at Shelly BMW
The 135i Makes Its Mark as a Top Luxury Vehicle in 2008. - September 27, 2008 - Shelly BMW
Barter Chamber of Commerce Has New CEO
Barter Chamber of Commerce strives to be the voice of business for the bartering industry. Choosing Jeff Henderson as CEO is expected to benefit both the barter community and the Chamber of Commerce. - September 27, 2008 - BarterZap
Additional Full Service Options Offered by American Leak Detection in Dallas and Fort Worth
Leading residential, commercial and municipal leak detection company expands service offerings. - September 27, 2008 - American Leak Detection
MarketingSherpa Seeks Speakers for 9th Subscription Marketing Summit
Online and print publishing marketing professionals with real-life case studies and campaign war stories to share are wanted by MarketingSherpa for its ninth annual Subscription Marketing Summit in New York City in May, 2009. Subscription Marketing Summit ’09 is one of three annual summits... - September 27, 2008 - MECLABS
InternationalWatchClub.com Adds Detailed Background on Calvin Klein Watches
InternationalWatchClub.com, a complete online resource for watch collectors and buyers, now offers detailed background information on Calvin Klein Watches. - September 27, 2008 - International Watch Club
Felicia C. Battista, Senior Managing Director - Forensic and Litigation Consulting, FTI Consulting, Inc. to Speak at KC’s Event on AS No. 5 on 1/30/2009
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webinars announced today that Felicia C. Battista, Senior Managing Director - Forensic and Litigation Consulting of FTI Consulting, Inc. will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webinar entitled: “AS No. 5”. - September 27, 2008 - The Knowledge Group
Malaria Foundation Stresses Education of Students is Critical to End Malaria
The Malaria Foundation International (MFI) demonstrates how partnerships among students, teachers and community leaders can invigorate youth to become instrumental in the fight against malaria. The Student Leaders Against Malaria (SLAM) network is making headway in India and in many African countries, where malaria remains a leading cause of death. - September 26, 2008 - Malaria Foundation International
Lauren Manufacturing Introduces New iDea™ Seal for Window and Door Manufacturers
Lauren Manufacturing’s new iDea™ Seal showcases technology that offers outstanding "Innovative Design Engineered Applications." The iDea™ Seal’s co-polymer design will benefit window and door manufacturers through reduced labor and manufacturing costs while... - September 26, 2008 - Lauren Manufacturing
REOsphere Offers Foreclosure Real Estate Listings Map Search - Buyers Find Opportunities in Minnesota
Minnesota Foreclosure Homes are on the rise. REOSphere offers a free foreclosure listings portal to find these highly desired foreclosures for sale. Minnesota is ranked number 27th in properties with foreclosures for sale and filings. And the numbers continue to climb. Minnesota foreclosures for... - September 26, 2008 - REOSphere
Moda Hair Design and Spa Grand Opening, New High Fashion Salon and Spa Dedicated to South Florida’s Upscale Latin Clientele
“Fashion is not a uniform” Stylist Elizabeth Buitrago creates a profile that adapts to each client’s preferences, style and personality. Moda Hair Design and Spa, - the ultimate destination for South Florida’s upscale Latin Clientele will kick off its Grand Opening Saturday... - September 26, 2008 - Moda Hair Design & Spa
Confidentiality Vital to Company's Integrity
Communication Specialist Outlines Essential Strategies for Safeguarding Sensitive Information. Leaks and breaches of confidential information can have damaging effects on a company, particularly in times of transition. In a new case study issued by Melcrum Publishing, Eight Ways to Maintain... - September 26, 2008 - Workwise Communication
Latest Version of "How to Start Your Lawn Care Business" Released
Sun Company releases latest Lawn Care Business Start-up Guide. - September 26, 2008 - Sun Companies
World Trade Forum Helps U.S. Exporters do Business with Spain
The World Trade Forum provides assistance for American manufacturers and exporters of industrial goods seeking trading partnerships with Spanish importers. - September 26, 2008 - IndustrialLeaders.com
Trichotillomania Awareness Month Open House Support Mixers In Philadelphia and Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania
On Sunday, October 5, 2008 and on Wednesday, October 8, 2008, The Secret Mane Salon will host two educational open house mixers for Trichotillomania Awareness Month. - September 25, 2008 - HelpMe2Stop.org
Groves Park Commons, a Traditional Neighborhood Development, Receives the Outstanding Planning Award for a Green Development
The Outstanding Planning Award for a Green Development is the first green award presented by TAPA. The judging panel selected Barge Waggoner Sumner & Cannon as the recipient because, “The Groves Park Commons plan is a leader in green initiatives in Traditional Neighborhood Developments.” - September 25, 2008 - Groves Park Commons
Communications Technology Int'l Inc. Releases "Mini" and "Mini+" Wireless Voting Devices for Audience Participation
Communications Technology International Incorporated (ComTec) has today announced general availability of Fleetwood Reply Mini and Mini+ keypads. Housed in miniature packaging, yet not lacking in functionality, Reply Mini's possess the strength and reliably of regularly sized Fleetwood Reply... - September 25, 2008 - Communications Technology Int'l Inc.
Credit Repair Businesses Instantly Increase Efficiency and Profits with Revolutionary Credit Repair Business Software
DisputeSuite.com announces it’s upcoming advancement to its professional credit repair software. This advancement will help credit repair businesses increase productivity, sales and client retention. - September 25, 2008 - DisputeSuite
First-Ever Non-Stop, Cross-Country, Biodiesel-Fueled Road Trip Concludes Today in Santa Monica
Advertising copywriters Nik Bristow and Brian Pierce clock in with an official time of 38 hours, 37 minutes, 41.1 seconds for the 2,903.3-mile journey. - September 25, 2008 - Fitzgerald+CO
Baxa Corp Now Ranks in Top 35 of Largest Private Companies in Denver Area
Englewood-based Baxa Corporation has been named among the top 35 largest private companies in the area by both the Denver Business Journal (DBJ) and ColoradoBiz Magazine. In each publication, Baxa was in the Top 35 for 2008 – moving up five places to #32 in the DBJ (up from #37 in 2007) and #33 in ColoradoBiz (up from #38 in 2007). - September 25, 2008 - Baxa Corporation
Bonus Building Care in Greenville and Columbia Awarded 2008 Franchisee of the Year Award by the International Franchise Association
Bonus Building Care, one of the highest ranked and fastest growing companies in the commercial cleaning and office cleaning industry, is pleased to announce that Bonus Building Care in Greenville, South Carolina and Bonus Building Care in Columbia, South Carolina has received a 2008 Franchisee of... - September 25, 2008 - Bonus Building Care
Astudo Hotel & Resort Management Appointed Jonathan Paul Snow as Resort Manager at X2 Samui
Jonathan Paul Snow, a New Zealand national, has been appointed by Astudo Hotel & Resort Management as Resort Manager at X2 Resorts Samui, Thailand. - September 25, 2008 - Astudo Hotel & Resort Group