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Miller Heiman Introduces New Coaching Programs

Miller Heiman announced today the addition of three new programs to help sales organizations better support the adoption of Miller Heiman processes. Strategic Selling® Coaching, Conceptual Selling® Coaching and Strategic Selling® Funnel Management will begin running in public workshops... - February 20, 2009 - Miller Heiman, Inc.

Sonitrol Pacific Verified Audio Detection Prevents Burglary

An attempted burglary at Truck Center LLC in Everett ended in the arrest of one suspect after Sonitrol Pacific detected suspicious activity February 18. Banging noises activated the shop’s audio intrusion detection system. Sonitrol Pacific Operator Connie Becerra listened to real-time audio... - February 20, 2009 - Sound Security, Inc., dba Sonitrol Pacific

Internet Marketing Profits Now Available to Businesses in Antwerpen

World’s Largest Internet Consultants Open Office in Antwerpen - February 20, 2009 - WSI Internet

Economic Downturn Good for Call Centre Business - IPscape Opex Model Attracts New Deals

IPscape Pty Ltd today reported the current economic downturn has boosted sales of its pay-as-you-go call centre solutions and pay-if-you-use disaster recovery service. IPscape specialises in hosted customer contact solutions including inbound and outbound call centres. The solutions bundle telecommunication costs, call centre software and administration into a monthly payment rather than an upfront capital expenditure. - February 20, 2009 - IPscape

NPSA Partners with Revelation Media

The National Portable Storage Association partners with Revelation Media Networks to offer preferred pricing on marketing, PR and web services. - February 20, 2009 - National Portable Storage Association

BMGI India’s Third Customer Summit Creates a Mélange for Process Excellence and Innovation

BMGI organizes its Customer Summits every year to provide platform to like minded people to discuss best practices, share knowledge, communicate buy-ins from various perspectives, discuss ideas, challenges, solutions and more. It has always been a unique event to bond these like minded people as one “performance excellence community.” This year’s BMGI India customer summit was themed on iQ - innovation Quotient. Read more, contact BMGI for details, downloads and additional information. - February 20, 2009 - BMGI India

Free Kegerator to be Given Away by Austin-Based Company Kegerators.com

Free Kegerator to be Given Away by Austin-Based Company Kegerators.com

Kegerators.com Provides Kegerator Grand Prize in the Saint Arnold Austin Scavenger Hunt Pub Crawl. - February 19, 2009 - Kegerators.com

PrintsMadeEasy.com – a Recession Proof Online Business Card Company

PrintsMadeEasy.com – a Recession Proof Online Business Card Company

In the current economic climate, Printsmadeeasy.com has a new role, serving the thousands of people who have been laid off from companies like investment banks, software giants and retail chains and are looking to the future by starting their own businesses. Filling this need has played an... - February 19, 2009 - PrintsMadeEasy.com

BrandU's Conscious Entrepreneur Experience Event at the 2009 Conscious Life Expo Draws Standing Room Only

BrandU's Conscious Entrepreneur Experience Event at the 2009 Conscious Life Expo Draws Standing Room Only

The BrandU Conscious Entrepreneur Experience at the Los Angeles Conscious Life Expo was standing room only this past weekend with its unconventional conscious business workshop. Produced and instructed by conscious business experts and co-creators of BrandU, Kim Castle and W, Vito Montone, the event featured a stand up comedy act, live music, and a TV talk show format of candid interviews with multi-million dollar entrepreneurs Joe Sugarman, Marcia Miller and Spike Humer. Visit www.BrandU.com. - February 19, 2009 - Intention Products, LLC

Innovative Web Application Offers Shippers a New Way to Collect Competitive Ocean Container Shipping Rates

Delymar.com announces the launch of their Innovative web application where shippers can collect competitive ocean container shipping rates, and freight forwarders can find new customers. How can shippers and freight forwarders alike cut time, costs, and find new business? By using the latest... - February 19, 2009 - Delymar.com

In-Context Powered by Across: a New Gear for Globalization

Contextual Communications, the translation and localization division of Carmazzi Global Solutions, ushers in cutting-edge translation management and quality control by implementing a groundbreaking central platform for all corporate language resources and translation processes: In-Context powered by Across™. - February 19, 2009 - Carmazzi Global Solutions

Outsourcing Experts Live2Sell Hit the 100 Employee Mark and Ramps Up Its Support Army of Virtual Assistants on the Economy Frontline for US Based Clients

Live2Sell, Inc., The Total Business Outsourcing company, is extremely proud to announce that they have recently hit the landmark of 100 full-time employees, serving their worldwide client base, the majority of which is in the USA. - February 19, 2009 - Live2Sell, Inc.

Delivering More Value in a Tough Economy at Rethinking Corporate Communications 2009 Conference & Bootcamp, Washington, DC, March 4-5

The second Communitelligence Rethinking Corporate Communications Conference & Bootcamp will brainstorm the new agenda and role for organizational communications during painful economic times. Learn from the most perceptive thought leaders the skills and best practices essential for business success this year. - February 19, 2009 - Communitelligence Inc.

Certified Professional Organizing Experts Launch Productivity and Efficiency Consulting Firm, Hansen Bolane Consulting, Inc. to Optimize Businesses Resources

Dhawn Hansen, CPO ® and Brita Bolane, CPO ® launched a new productivity and efficiency consulting firm. Hansen Bolane Consulting, Inc. will provide a team of highly skilled business efficiency experts, focused on increasing productivity, optimizing resources and regaining control of your... - February 19, 2009 - Hansen Bolane Consulting

EssentiaLink Beats a Cash Flow Crisis Without Resorting to Financing

As credit markets tighten up, demands on working capital increase dramatically. Bill Douglas, CEO of EssentiaLink reveals how enabling remote workers and outsourcing IT operations greatly improved the company's cash flow. - February 19, 2009 - EssentiaLink

Web Host Domainz’s Quick Shopping Cart Now Links with QuickBooks

This technology allows business owners to save valuable time and more effectively manage their Web store by synchronizing critical business data between their store and QuickBooks. - February 18, 2009 - Web Host Domainz

Customers Rank Market Research Firms by Satisfaction Scores for 2009

MarketTools, IMS Health, SPSS, and e-Rewards receive highest rankings in their category. - February 18, 2009 - MarketResearchCareers

Erudite Acquires SALCsecure, LLC - Leader in Supply Chain Security Software

Erudite Acquires SALCsecure, LLC - Leader in Supply Chain Security Software

Erudite Inc., an emerging leader in cargo security technology, today announces the acquisition of SALCsecure LLC, an acknowledged leader in providing intelligent software solution for supply chain security and counter-terrorism. “The addition of SALCsecure’s software expertise to the... - February 18, 2009 - Erudite Inc

Manufacturers Turn to Nutricap Labs for GMP Survival Strategy

Manufacturers Turn to Nutricap Labs for GMP Survival Strategy

As nutraceutical manufacturers crunch to prepare for FDA mandated GMP regulation deadline, Nutricap Labs counsels retailers on compliance. Nutricap Labs will identify and answer the top questions retailers should address with private labeling partners once all manufacturers are required to be GMP compliant in the May 2009 issue of Natural Product Marketplace magazine. - February 18, 2009 - Nutricap Labs

Richmond EMS Chief Jerry Overton Named President/CEO of Road Safety International, Inc.

Richmond EMS Chief Jerry Overton Named President/CEO of Road Safety International, Inc.

Road Safety International, Inc., the market leader in driver safety and performance monitoring systems and developer of the SafeForce(tm) Driving System for emergency vehicles, today announced that Jerry Overton, head of the Richmond (Va.) Ambulance Authority since 1991 and one of the most prominent leaders in emergency medical services, will join Road Safety as president and chief executive officer. - February 18, 2009 - Road Safety International, Inc.

Brian Lapidus, Chief Operating Officer, Kroll Fraud Solutions to Speak at KC’s Event on the Red Flag Rule: Post Implementation Issues on 3/25/09

The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts announced today that Brian Lapidus, Chief Operating Officer, Kroll’s Fraud Solutions will speak at The Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “Red Flag Rule: Post Implementation Issues”. This... - February 18, 2009 - The Knowledge Group

Technology Advisors, Inc. Achieves Microsoft Gold Certified Partner Status

Chicago area based consulting firm, Technology Advisors, Inc. achieves Microsoft Gold Certified Partner status. Microsoft Gold Certified Partners work very closely with Microsoft and epitomize a competency level of the highest standards. Technology Advisors, Inc. implements and customizes Microsoft... - February 18, 2009 - Technology Advisors, Inc.

EmPower Managing Partner Bags Star Entrepreneur Award

Ms Sangita Joshi, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of EmPower Research LLC, has been presented with the Star Entrepreneur Award at the 2nd Indira International Summit in Mumbai on 23rd January 2009. - February 18, 2009 - EmPower Research LLC

Top Silicon Valley CFO Sounds Off About the Economy, Bernie Madoff and Wall Street Executive Comp Limits

What can Silicon Valley teach Wall Street? Veteran financial executive, Ken Goldman, CFO of Fortinet, Inc., weighs in on the economy, Madoff and Wall Street compensation caps in “Don’t Waste a Recession”, Selker Leadership’s featured February Leadership Interview on their... - February 18, 2009 - Selker Leadership LLC

Cherwell Service Management™ Receives PinkVERIFY™ ITIL® V3 Certification

Cherwell Software, Inc. (“Cherwell”) today announced that its breakthrough product, Cherwell Service Management™ v3.2, received certification of ITIL V3 (Information Technology Infrastructure Library, version three) compatibility from Pink Elephant through the PinkVERIFY program. - February 18, 2009 - Cherwell Software

Comprehensive Analysis of the $5.7 Billion U.S. Translation Industry by Verticals and Geographic Market Detailed in New Common Sense Advisory Research Report

How should language service providers (LSPs) use their limited internal sales and marketing resources efficiently to reach more potential buyers? Which industries have the largest outsourceable translation budgets in the United States? Where are those buyers located? Common Sense Advisory... - February 18, 2009 - Common Sense Advisory

SunTech Medical, Inc. Touts Relationship with Wake County Economic Development

Ken Atkins, executive director for Wake County Economic Development (WCED) (www.raleigh-wake.org), has announced the release of a new audio podcast discussing the organization’s value-add relationship with SunTech Medical, Inc., one of the world’s leading medical device companies... - February 18, 2009 - Wake County Economic Development

Webinar Explores the Benefits of Hiring a Self-Storage Management Company

On March 18, 2009, MiniCo Publishing will host the free webinar "Fee Management Specialists: Are We Right for Each Other?" presented by M. Anne Ballard, President of Universal Management Company. The webinar will be sponsored by Universal Management Company and moderated by Poppy Behrens,... - February 18, 2009 - MiniCo Insurance Agency, LLC

Target Parking to Exhibit at Cannes Real Estate Conference, MIPIM 2009

Target Parking will be hosting a stand at this year’s MIPIM, the world’s premier real estate summit held annually in Cannes. MIPIM brings together the most influential decision makers in the market offering them access to the largest available showcase of companies and real estate sector developments and Target Parking is excited to be a part of the event. Target Parking is at the forefront of marketing in its sector and is the only car park company exhibiting. - February 18, 2009 - Target Parking

Cherry, Bekaert & Holland, L.L.P. Sponsors the Institute of Internal Auditors 2009 Conference

Cherry, Bekaert & Holland, L.L.P. (CB&H) (www.cbh.com) will be a gold sponsor for the Institute of Internal Auditors 2009 District Conference on Thursday, Feb. 26 and Friday, Feb. 27 in Durham, N.C. The conference will provide a series of seminars to discuss internal audits, fraud and... - February 18, 2009 - Cherry Bekaert LLP

Erick Bell of Deloitte: Internal Control Checklist to Deter, Prevent, Detect Fraud

Erick Bell, a Senior Manager at Deloitte Financial Advisory Services LLP, presents a detailed internal control checklist that outlines 5 anti-fraud strategies companies can use to deter, prevent, and detect fraud. - February 18, 2009 - Corporate Compliance Insights

Appia Communications Welcomes New Regional Manager for Northeastern U.S.

Odila Roman is tapped to serve Appia's growing base of customers and channel partners in New York, New Jersey and New England. - February 18, 2009 - Appia Communications

Atlas Announces Further Expansion of Ergonomic Service Provider Network

Atlas Ergonomics, LLC, the nation's largest provider of ergonomics services to employers, announced today that it has added 29 groups to its nationwide network, and now offers services in 1147 locations. Known for its results-based ergonomics programs, Atlas works with its nationwide network of... - February 18, 2009 - Atlas Ergonomics, LLC

OpticsPlanet Announces the Addition of L-3 EOTech Night Vision and Thermal Imaging

Optics Leader Now Carries the Distinguished Line of L-3 Night Vision Devices. - February 18, 2009 - OpticsPlanet

Savannah Business Resource Alliance Teaching Business Owners How to Thrive, Not Just Survive, Even in Today’s Economy (Venue Change)

Michael H. Smith, Esq. (Smith Barid, LLC), Ashley Gilbert (Financial Coaching Institute), and John Chiaro (The Growth Coach®) will be leading this series of three workshops. Business owners are invited to join these business professionals for insight on how to successfully plan, market, and lead their businesses, even in today's changing marketplace. - February 18, 2009 - Smith Barid, LLC

Football Coach and Inspiration for Remember the Titans Movie to Speak at Business Club Meeting

Herman Boone to be featured speaker at BCA Triangle breakfast on February 20. - February 18, 2009 - Business Clubs of the Triangle

Shadow Creek Ranch Builders Final Phase - Calvin Sowa

Final Phase of Shadow Creek Ranch - Calvin Sowa Emerald Homes. - February 17, 2009 - Calvin Sowa Emerald Homes

Job Postings Decline in All Industries; Education and Healthcare Jobs Fare the Best

Indeed.com releases Industry Trends to help job seekers and employers navigate the job market. - February 17, 2009 - Indeed Inc.

The New Era of Real Estate Brokering

The New Era of Real Estate Brokering

Abacus Properties, Inc. is one of the fastest growing real estate companies in San Diego County. Their “virtual office” concept will soon dominate the real estate market. - February 17, 2009 - Abacus Properties Inc.

'Content Unlocker' Online Advertising Technology Increases Monetization of Content Websites

'Content Unlocker' Online Advertising Technology Increases Monetization of Content Websites

Online advertising company IDz Media / InstantDollarz Inc. (http://www.instantdollarz.com) continues to effectively monetize online traffic for its partners through innovative and creative advertising methods. Its Content Unlocker API, debuted in July 2008, has proven to be a reliable and efficient method to generate revenue on content websites without negatively affecting the customer experience - useful for video and humor sites, social network applications, MMORPGs, forums, blogs and more. - February 17, 2009 - InstantDollarz Incorporated

Mott's Teaming with the Community

Mott's Teaming with the Community

Mott’s Contracting Services, Inc. took part in a significant community revitalization project in connection with the 2009 Super Bowl which included a large rehabilitation effort on the former central business district of Historic West Tampa. - February 17, 2009 - Mott's Contracting Services, Inc.

Robert Lalonde Joins AnyWare Group as Chief Executive Officer

Robert Lalonde Joins AnyWare Group as Chief Executive Officer

AnyWare Group Inc., a leading healthcare technology service provider, today announced that its board of directors has named Robert Lalonde to serve as the company's Chief Executive Officer. Lalonde has led the growth of numerous Canadian technology firms over the past 15 years. Most recently... - February 17, 2009 - AnyWare Group Inc.

My Personal Assistant Errand/Courier Service Celebrates Their Second Year in Business

My Personal Assistant Errand Service Celebrates Their Second Anniversary. During these tough economical times, My Personal Assistant has a lot to be proud of as they celebrate their second year in business. By finding a niche in the service industry, My Personal Assistant has fulfilled a need in the business community. - February 17, 2009 - My Personal Assistant

Mikogo Announces Greater Speed in Online Meetings

With its core desktop sharing technology having undertaken significant speed developments, Mikogo (http://www.mikogo.com) announces its fastest solution to free online meetings. By employing Mikogo's screen sharing capabilities, businesses can now host meetings, presentations and remote support sessions with a true real-time online collaboration experience. The result: this giraffe will give the cheetahs a run for their money. - February 17, 2009 - BeamYourScreen

Reach Launches Free Version of Popular 360Reach™ Personal Branding Assessment

Reach Personal Branding announces its latest release of 360Reach, a personal branding assessment which is designed to help business professionals and entrepreneurs understand their reputation so that they can increase their success. - February 17, 2009 - Reach Personal Branding

Solid Cables Gets Loaded in Amsterdam

Solid Cables Announces a new Benelux distribution agreement with Max Guitars. - February 17, 2009 - Solid Cables

Vittek Gets in the Soup with Campbell American

New England guitar builder rocks west coast with new sales team. - February 17, 2009 - Joshua Paul Vittek and Associates

QNAP TS-809 8tb Now for $2600.00 from the Prominent QNAP System Integrator eAegis.com

eAegis.com (Aegis, LLC), a prominent system integrator for the QNAP NAS range of products, has extended its value for money promise by offering the first ever sub $2600.00 - 8TB (Eight Terabyte) product in the US. This offer equates to meager $325.00 per Terabyte inclusive of providing redundancy for mission critical data. A mighty small cost to pay to ensure protection of critical information. - February 17, 2009 - eAegis

CEO Advisors Network Forms New Business Roundtable

CEO Advisors Network formed a new business roundtable for professionals involved in the senior services/eldercare industry. This group is being sponsored by a national bank who is investing in their clients to show their commitment to economic vitality and to their clients. - February 17, 2009 - CEO Advisors Network

Auditing Self-Storage Forms Now Available from MiniCo Publishing

MiniCo Publishing now offers downloadable forms and checklists to help self-storage business owners perform audits of their facility locations. The ready-to-use forms and checklists are being offered as a companion to the highly successful publication "Auditing Self-Storage: Preventing... - February 17, 2009 - MiniCo Insurance Agency, LLC

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