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How YOU™ Are Like Shampoo is an Award-Winning Finalist for the National Best Books 2008 Awards
Author Brenda Bence’s book on personal branding, How YOU™ are like Shampoo: The breakthrough Personal Branding System based on proven big-brand marketing methods to help you earn more, do more, and be more at work, is an award-winning finalist in three categories in The National... - October 23, 2008 - Brand Development Associates International Ltd
Custom Direct Raises Money for Breast Cancer Research in Preparation for the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk
As part of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, The American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer is sponsoring walks all over the United States. To help raise money for research and awareness, Custom Direct is joining in this walk and accepting donations for The American Cancer Society. - October 23, 2008 - Custom Direct, LLC.
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webinar on "The Changing Financial Landscape"
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webinars, announced today that it has scheduled a live webinar on The Changing Financial Landscape: What will the Financial Services Industry Look Like in 2009? Practical Guidance: The Bail Out Bill, TARP and much more. This... - October 23, 2008 - The Knowledge Group
Tom Lehner, Director of Public Policy, Business Roundtable to Speak at KC’s Event on The Bail Out Bill and Selling Your Underperforming Assets on 1/15/2009
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webinars announced today that Tom Lehner, Director of Public Policy, Business Roundtable will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webinar entitled: “The Bail Out Bill and Selling Your Underperforming Assets”. - October 23, 2008 - The Knowledge Group
ForeignTRADEX Promotes American Manufacturers in South Africa, New Zealand and the Philippines
The Industrial Directory and Trade Portal ForeignTRADEX has published its latest series of reports focusing on promoting U.S. manufacturers and exporters of industrial goods in New Zealand, South Africa and the Philippines. - October 23, 2008 - IndustrialLeaders.com
ASAP Office Supply Inks Deal with ENLIGN Business Brokers
Carrie Mitchell, president of ASAP Office Supply (www.asapofficesupply.com), has announced that the firm has been selected by ENLIGN Business Brokers as their office product supplier. ENLIGN Business Brokers, which has its headquarters in Raleigh, provides seller and buyer services, professional... - October 23, 2008 - ASAP Office Supply
First Aid Firm Shines Despite Dismal Economy
Enjoys Record Growth During Tough Economic Times. - October 23, 2008 - RestockMyKit.com
Classic Checks Supports NBCF with Ribbon of Hope Bears
Classic Checks helps support the National Breast Cancer Foundation with the release of the new Ribbon of Hope Bears. Each bear is wearing a white t-shirt that features the pink breast cancer awareness ribbon. - October 23, 2008 - Classic Checks
Consultants Advised to Make Selling Top Priority
Study reveals that a defined sales process may benefit consulting firms. - October 23, 2008 - Miller Heiman, Inc.
Enovlink Training Center (ETC) Opens Its Doors to Call Center Aspirants
Enovlink Training Center opens its training rooms at the 3rd Floor Angelica Building, Osmeña Boulevard in Cebu City, Philippines. ETC’s goal is to be the leading provider of top quality English-speaking call center agents with exceptional customer service skills and with a clear and precise focus on their career. Enovlink Training Center’s training program is focused on improving the skills needed to add job performance value and exceed customer expectations. - October 23, 2008 - Enovlink Training Center
CPX Interactive COO Adds “President” to His Title
Global online ad network, CPX Interactive, announces Rob Rasko as new President, as well as other senior management team developments. - October 22, 2008 - CPXi
Third Wave Digital Announces Launch of New Website for Florida Keys Community College
Third Wave Digital launches the newly redesigned web presence for Florida Keys Community College. - October 22, 2008 - Third Wave Digital
East Tennessee Luxury Properties Teams with RealtyBid.com to Launch Online Auction on October 28th
East Tennessee Luxury Properties will be auctioning two premier lots in the Enclave at Cove Mountain, Gatlinburg, TN beginning on October 28, 2008. - October 22, 2008 - East Tennessee Luxury Properties
Something Fishy About Comparison Shopping
Unique website offers shopping service to aquarium enthusiasts. - October 22, 2008 - Aqua Compare
iUniverse Releases Top-Ten Seller List for Sept. 2008
iUniverse Top Selling Sept. Self-Published Title: Book Offering Tips on Dealing with Parents’ Alzheimer’s Disease. - October 22, 2008 - iUniverse
CAL Business Solutions Invests in Microsoft Source Code Authorization Program to Reduce Development Costs for Microsoft Dynamics GP Customers
CAL Business Solutions, a Connecticut-based Microsoft Gold Certified partner with expertise in accounting software solutions, today announced a significant investment in the Microsoft Source Code Authorization Program to become Source Code Authorized for Microsoft Dynamics GP financial management software. Of the approximately 2500 Microsoft Dynamics GP partners worldwide, only 3% are enrolled in the Source Code Program for Microsoft Dynamics GP. - October 22, 2008 - CAL Business Solutions Inc
Chapeau Blog Awards Tips Their Chapeaus to Bloggers Everywhere
Recognizing and Awarding the Brilliance of Creative Bloggers of 12 Leading Industries. - October 22, 2008 - Chapeau Blog Awards
Metafile’s ResultsPlus Fundraising Software Helps Page Education Foundation Build Futures For Minnesota Youths
Fostering Donor Relationships Help Minnesota Youths of Color Achieve College Dreams. - October 22, 2008 - Metafile
ALL FROM Has Launched Portal to Unite European Manufacturers and Foster Europe Export
ALL FROM company, announced today the official launch of its online products directory at www.all-from.eu, aiming at uniting all European manufacturers and their products under a flag of "Made in Europe." - October 22, 2008 - ALL FROM
Amigo Manager Brings 19 Years of Experience to Mobility Store
For nearly two of the four decades Amigo has been in business, Scott Chappell has been part of the company, helping give people their independence back. In 1989, Chappell started his career at Amigo Mobility International, Inc. in telemarketing sales. In October 2008 he opened a new Amigo Mobility Center in Wixom, Mich. “It’s always been about improving someone else’s life, there is a lot of gratification in that," Chappell says. "It is why I have stayed in this industry for so long.” - October 22, 2008 - Amigo Mobility International, Inc.
McCain Foods USA Turns to WFofR Online, LLC for Final Election Push
WFofR Online, LLC, a division of WFofR Inc., has been retained by McCain Foods USA to manage a politically inspired online advertising campaign. McCain Foods USA, Inc. is the U.S. division of McCain Foods Limited, the world’s largest producer of French fries and potato products. The campaign... - October 22, 2008 - WFofR
Greeting Card Company Releases “Financial Crisis Christmas Cards”
It’s no secret that we live in depressing financial times, but one greeting card company is hoping that consumers still have their funny bones intact. Greeting card publisher Order of St. Nick has released its first set of “financial crisis Christmas cards” for the 2008 holiday... - October 22, 2008 - Order of St. Nick
Trident Workforce Investment Board Annual Awards Ceremony
The Trident Workforce Investment Board recognized three area companies and four One Stop customers at its 18th Annual Workforce Investment Act (WIA) Customer Awards Ceremony held in the Trident Technical College Complex for Economic Development. Janet Cappellini, Vice Chair of the Trident... - October 22, 2008 - Trident Workforce Investment Board
Trident Workforce Investment Board
The Trident Workforce Investment Board (TWIB) has announced the appointment of new members for the 2008 – 2009 year. Steven Brower is an Owner/Partner in Carolina Starches, North America’s leading supplier of specialty potato starch derivatives for the pulp and paper and allied... - October 22, 2008 - Trident Workforce Investment Board
Trident Workforce Investment Board Appoints Executive Committee Members
The Trident Workforce Investment Board (TWIB) elected the following Berkeley, Charleston, and Dorchester county board members to serve as the Executive Committee for the 2008 – 2009 year. Lou DuBon was elected Chair; Jan Cappellini, was elected vice chair; and Jennifer Hook was elected 2nd... - October 22, 2008 - Trident Workforce Investment Board
Ralph Nach, CPA, Senior Consultant, Faculty Member, AuditWatch, Thomson Reuters to Speak at KC’s Event on SQCS No. 7 Managing Your Quality Control Systems 2/10/2009
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webinars announced today that Ralph Nach, CPA, Senior Consultant, Faculty Member, AuditWatch of Thomson Reuters will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webinar entitled: “SQCS No. 7 Managing Your Quality Control... - October 22, 2008 - The Knowledge Group
Virtual Assistance Company Offers Pre-Holiday Discounts
Virtual Assistance Company is announcing that they are cutting their fees by 25% for the first 3 hours of Retained administrative services. - October 22, 2008 - Virtual Managing Associates
Mark Nachbar, Principal, Ryan to Speak at KC’s Event on FIN 48: State & Local Tax Issues on 3/12/2009
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts announced today that Mark L. Nachbar, CPA, JD, Principal of Ryan will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming event entitled: “FIN 48 for Public Companies: State & Local Tax Issues”. This 2-hour... - October 22, 2008 - The Knowledge Group
Doherty’s Named Entrepreneur of the Year
Tim and Valerie Doherty were awarded the Entrepreneur of the Year Award during the Minnesota Cup Award Event at the McNamara Center on the University of Minnesota campus. - October 22, 2008 - Doherty Employer Services
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on FIN 48 for Public Companies: State & Local Tax Issues
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, announced today that it has scheduled a live webcast on FIN 48 for Public Companies: State & Local Tax Issues. This two-hour event is scheduled on Thursday, March 12th, 2009, at 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM (ET – New... - October 22, 2008 - The Knowledge Group
Underground Vaults and Storage Now Providing Underground Vaulting Services in Oklahoma City Area
Underground Vaults & Storage (UV&S) is pleased to announce that it is now offering climate controlled underground vaulting services in the Oklahoma City, OK area. UV&S’ vault will provide features essential for the storage of electronic media including back up data tapes. The... - October 22, 2008 - Underground Vaults & Storage, Inc.
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on Strategic E-Discovery: Taking Steps to Avoid Litigation’s Black Hole
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webinars, announced today that it has scheduled a live webcast on Strategic E-Discovery: Taking Steps to Avoid Litigation’s Black Hole. This 2-hour event is scheduled on Monday, February 9, 2009, at 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM... - October 22, 2008 - The Knowledge Group
Long-Term New York Strategy Veteran, Jannine Salo, Opens Small, Specialized Consulting Boutique with National Reach
Salo Strategy, a Strategic Services & Consulting Company was recently formed by Jannine Salo, a long time strategy veteran with national reach in the industry. Salo Strategy provides Assessments, Strategic Planning, and Consulting and Training Services. Salo Strategy was recently awarded the... - October 22, 2008 - Salo Strategy
Scott Hall Joins Virginia Beach Economic Development Department as Coordinator of Business Development Programs
The City of Virginia Beach Economic Development Department announced today the hiring of Scott Hall to fill their newly created position of Business Development Coordinator. He will be responsible for managing the department’s business attraction and retention activities. “I’m... - October 22, 2008 - Virginia Beach Economic Development Department
Dr. Rhoberta Shaler Joins Business Expert Webinars to Deliver Leadership Training
Business Expert Webinars (BEW), the leading provider of business eLearning, announced that Dr. Rhoberta Shaler, author of "Wrestling Rhinos: Conquering Conflict in the Wilds of Work" has joined their speaker community to deliver business eLearning training on management... - October 22, 2008 - Business Expert Webinars
Whiter Image’s™ Teeth Whitening Systems Experience Phenomenal Growth in First Year of Operations
With its comprehensive collection of affordable and results-driven teeth whitening systems, Whiter Image has quickly emerged as one of the leaders in the $14 billion dollar teeth whitening industry. Founded in November 2007, the Whiter Image product line has already been selected by over 160... - October 22, 2008 - Whiter Image, LLC
Raleigh Success Coach Martin Brossman Expands Services to Offer Professional Online Networking Consulting
Success Coach Martin Brossman introduces services that help those with limited time and expertise to maximize their online presence. - October 22, 2008 - Martin Brossman
Limelightllc.fowler Announces Introduction of Limelight Advisor Blog
Limelightllc.fowler, a career management, career transition organization assisting mid, senior and executive level individuals, recently created "Limelight Advisor," a blog designed to give insight into the intricacies of a career search and provide a road map for success. - October 22, 2008 - limelightllc.fowler
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webinar on The New Tax Return Preparer Rules (Circular 230)
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webinars, announced today that it has scheduled a live webinar on The New Tax Return Preparer Rules (Circular 230). This two-hour event is scheduled on Thursday, December 4, 2008, at 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM (ET – New York). - October 22, 2008 - The Knowledge Group
New Social Networking for Poker Enthusiasts
Tristate Poker News and BigBuzz create the region’s largest poker community on the web. - October 21, 2008 - BigBuzz Communications
American Right of Way Associates Opens Haynesville Shale Office
ARWA (American Right of Way Associates) announced today that they opened their Haynesville Shale office in downtown Shreveport, Louisiana. American Right of Way Associates is the subsidiary company of Texas Right of Way Associates (TRWA, Inc) based out of Fort Worth, Texas. ARWA, a right of way... - October 21, 2008 - American Right of Way Associates
LifeSpan Recognized by EPA For Environmental Excellence
LifeSpan Technology Recycling today announced that it has been recognized by the EPA’s National Environmental Performance Track program (“Performance Track”). LifeSpan also received the Gold Leadership Award from the Colorado Department of Public Health and the Environment – becoming the first recycler in the state to achieve this prestigious designation. - October 21, 2008 - LifeSpan
HBstop.com Announces the Launch of Its New Website - Home Business Stop is Going Worldwide
HBstop.com Announces the Launch of Its New Website. Home Business information and the 8 minute GDi video can be found on the site for those seeking to make money online via the internet. Global Domains International, also known as GDI has been around for over 9 years and continues to grow. - October 21, 2008 - GDiStop.com
AliveMedia.net Released New Version 1.0.6.8 of Alive HD Video Converter
AliveMedia.net, an independent software company has recently released a New Version 1.0.6.8 of Alive HD Video Converter, a professional HD video converter software to convert AVCHD video to other popular video formats, such as AVI, WMV, MPEG-1, MPEG-2, DivX, XviD, MP4 and more. - October 21, 2008 - AliveMedia.net
NiRo Couture Ribbon Cutting & Launch Party
NiRo Design Center, located at 241 Asylum Street in the heart of downtown Hartford, is proud to announce its one-year Anniversary and the Grand Opening of its new store front counterpart, NiRo Couture on October 24, 2008. - October 21, 2008 - NiRo Couture
TargetX Honors Albright College with the 2nd Annual "X Award" for Excellence in Student Recruiting
College marketing firm TargetX has recognized Albright College for its innovative and integrated recruiting communications program aimed at telling the school's story through the people who know it best -- its students and faculty. - October 21, 2008 - TargetX
Wingate's 2nd Novel, "Bobby's Diner," Screams Into #5 Slot of Bestseller List
After only 6 weeks in ebook format, "Bobby's Diner" hits the bestseller list for the publisher. - October 21, 2008 - Author Susan Wingate
AUGUST Compressor the Famous and Widely Exported Rotary Screw Air Compressor of Ningbo Xinda Group, is Now Also Available in Saudi Arabia and UAE
Together with Sahara Trading SharJah UAE, AUGUST Compressor Brand will be show-cased at the Saudi Build 2008 Exhibition 26-29 October 2008 at the Riyadh International Exhibition Center. Saudi Build 2008 is the leading international trade exhibition catering to this lucrative sector. Over 24,000... - October 21, 2008 - Ningbo Xinda Group AUGUST Screw Compressor Factory
Morris Chamber’s Technology Event Warmly Received
Morris County Chamber of Commerce Technology subcommittee sponsored an interactive IT Round table discussion October 16th at the County College of Morris (www.ccm.edu) in Randolph, NJ. The event provided a Q&A forum for small to medium sized businesses concerning technology, and how they can leverage today’s technologies to further their competitive edge in their respective markets. - October 21, 2008 - Woodbridge Data
Vegas Storage Conference is No Gamble in Tight Economy
The National Portable Storage Association's 6th Annual Conference & Exposition offers strategies to help businesses grow in down economy. - October 21, 2008 - National Portable Storage Association