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MCL & Associates Publishes White Paper on Improving the Management Consulting Industry; Paper Calls for Results
MCL & Associates (MCL), a leader in Business Process Improvement (BPR), today announced that it is making available its white paper, “Results, Not Service: Optimizing Management and Information Consulting.” The paper addresses the general failure of the Management Consulting industry to deliver process improvement results, and suggests that a new approach is required. - September 05, 2007 - MCL & Associate, Inc.
The Construction Centre.co.uk Supports Regulatory Enforcement and Sanctions Draft Bill
The Construction Centre today announced its support of the Regulatory Enforcement and Sanctions (RES) Bill and welcomed the proposals for consistent and proportionate methods to deal with non-compliance to regulations within the building industry. The draft bill is expected to become law in April 2008 and proposes significant changes for regulators across the industry, affecting both small and large construction companies. - September 05, 2007 - The Construction Centre
BlueStar to Distribute HP POS Systems
BlueStar has signed a distribution agreement with Hewlett-Packard to distribute the company's suite of retail-hardened POS rp5700 computers. - September 04, 2007 - BlueStar
DirectBuy Opens Members-Only Showroom in Fresno
DirectBuy's low-cost alternative to retail is a one-stop shopping destination for consumers furnishing, remodeling or building a new home. - September 04, 2007 - DirectBuy
Verbumsoft Released Instant Quotation Enabled Websites for Translators and Agencies
Verbumsoft, the leading provider of freelance solutions, announced today the release of Translation Portals, instant quotation enabled, lead generating websites for freelance translators and translation agencies. Translation Portals are customizable websites where translation clients can upload... - September 04, 2007 - Verbumsoft
Telecommunication vs. Finance Market - Innovation Australia
Australian innovation has never really lagged within the Financial market. However, the Telecommunication industry is still trying to catch up to the rest of the world, that is until now. - September 04, 2007 - MetaSphinx Corporation
Dancing Elephants Changes Format for Monthly Workshops at BNC
Dancing Elephants Achievement Group changes the format of its monthly sales training workshops taking place at the Business Networking Center and to take effect Sept. 2007 - September 04, 2007 - Dancing Elephants Achievement Group
Bulgarian M3 Communications Group, Inc. with World Award for Best PR Agency
The Bulgarian company M3 Communications Group, Inc. - www.m3bg.com - is a finalist in the "Best PR Agency" category in the fourth annual International Business Awards. First time ever a Bulgarian Public Relations Company reaches the final. M3 Communications Group, Inc. is part of Hill & Knowlton, the largest PR corporation in the world. - September 03, 2007 - M3 Communications Group, Inc.
“The Toledo APICS Experience” - Enhancing Productivity, Innovation, and Competitive Success
APICS, The Association for Operations Management, is the global leader and premier provider of information and services in production, inventory management and related areas to enable members, enterprises, and individuals to add value to their business performance. - September 02, 2007 - Toledo APICS
Corporate United Named 2007 Weatherhead Upstart Award Winner
On the heels of being designated to Supply & Demand Chain’s Executive 100 list, Corporate United receives new recognition for leadership. - September 02, 2007 - Corporate United
SQL Farms Releases New Technology to Help Virtualization Providers Get Performance Metrics & Data from Remote SQL Server Environments
SQL Farms, Inc. announced a new technology to collect data from SQL Servers and instances in remote IT environment, to help virtualization providers get performance metrics and query custom data from customer networks. The new technology does not require any remote installation or SQL Server registration, and fully integrates with active directory and SQL privileges on the remote customer site. - September 01, 2007 - SQL Farms, Inc.
Crystal D, a Leading Supplier of Crystal Awards, Honors Eight Employees for Years of Service
Known for providing the highest quality employee recognition awards to corporations & organizations, Crystal D is now doing the same for its own employees. - August 31, 2007 - Crystal D
The Capital Factor Sets Dates for Fall Conference in Denver
The Capital Factor announces an exclusive Fall Conference on October 27th and 28th 2007. Geared towards business owners who are looking to grow, The Capital Factor presents a revolutionary blend of 9 ways to infuse capital into your business coupled with the powers of efficient marketing and... - August 31, 2007 - The Capital Factor
Free Internet Marketing Coaching Program Launches for Network Marketers
Carol Ann Martin, Founder of the Synergy Prosperity Alliance and veteran online network marketer will be hosting a free Internet Marketing Coaching teleconference on September 10th at 9pm EST. This first in a series of coaching sessions will be free to the public and will cover the information... - August 31, 2007 - Coastal Vacations/Synergy Group
The Burden of Innovation - Covalence Pharmaceutical Industry Report 2007
Pharmaceutical companies carry increasing ethical risks related to innovation, states a report released on 29 August 2007 by Geneva-based ethical reputation research firm Covalence, Covalence Pharmaceutical Industry Report 2007. These innovation-related risks deal with intellectual property... - August 31, 2007 - Covalence
Toobeez Constructs Buy Back Program for Educational and Specialty Toy Retailers
Toobeez, one of the world’s largest suppliers of giant toy building systems, has created a guaranteed buy-back structure. If their products do not sell within 4 months in a specialty toy store, Toobeez will buy them back. “It’s a no-brainer,” muses Joe Donahue, CEO and... - August 30, 2007 - Toobeez International
H.M. Cragg Co., a Leading Master Distributor of Backup Power UPS Solutions, Announces New Website Exclusively for Resellers
As a centralized resource, H.M. Cragg’s new website provides resellers key information on marketing and selling Powerware UPS and other backup power solutions. - August 30, 2007 - H.M. Cragg Co.
Active Data Services Inks Deal with the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
Peter Ransome, executive vice president and CMO for Active Data Services, Inc., a next generation business process outsourcing firm, has announced that the firm has been contracted by The American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) to provide re-engineering services involving revenue... - August 30, 2007 - Active Data Services
LLE - Language Services Featured in New York Times
Kathleen K. Diamond, CEO of Language Learning Enterprises (LLE) Inc., has been featured in the New York Times. Her story tells of her humble beginnings, motivation to become a entrepreneur and the current success and development of LLE - Language Services. Small-business editor and author, Brent... - August 30, 2007 - LLE Language Services
Lessons of 9/11 Inspire International Event for Moms
Momference – A Meeting of the Moms brings you national, virtual online and tele-events dedicated to celebrating, empowering and educating women who are moms. The next event is a weeklong virtual program on October 1 – 6, 2007 conducted 100% via phone conference and internet video. - August 30, 2007 - Jaffe Life Design
eYachtCharter.com Announces the Expansion of Its Corporate Yacht Charter Event Planning Services Division
Since the launch of EYC’s website earlier this month, the Luxury Yacht Charter firm is expanding its corporate yacht charter event planning services division to meet the growing demands of its clients. EYC will now offer additional resources for corporate events such as booking entertainment, event marketing, private catering and private jet charter arrangements. - August 30, 2007 - eYacht Charter.com
PixelMill Launches More Than 4,500 Royalty Free Music Tracks from JupiterImages
Advancing its strategy to provide more creative and dynamic multi-media product options for developers’ Web design needs, PixelMill.com today announced it released a new online catalog at www.pixelmill.com featuring access to more than 4,500 royalty free music tracks from... - August 29, 2007 - PixelMill Inc.
International Profit Associates Hosts Their 4th Annual American Red Cross Blood Drive
With blood supplies at their lowest point in the year, IPA-IBA hosts another blood drive. - August 29, 2007 - IPA
Strativity Group Launches the First Customer Experience Management Certification Program
Program to deliver complete customer experience methodology to customer strategy professionals. - August 29, 2007 - Strativity Group, Inc.
PrintsMadeEasy.com Ranks No. 1 Among Inc. 5,000’s Online Printing Companies
Business cards printing leader receives top rank in industry after a stellar year of helping individuals and organizations design and print high-quality, affordable business cards online. - August 28, 2007 - PrintsMadeEasy.com
A Triumvirate of African-American Ad Firms Bands Together to Win Lexus Account
Two branding firms (Push Creative and Walton Isaacson) and a media buying company (Unity Media) secured a multimillion-dollar contract to promote and advertise Lexus luxury vehicles to the African American Market. - August 28, 2007 - Push Creative
Basq Skin Care Introduces a New Lavender Soy Candle
Basq skin care introduces a new Lavender Soy Candle to the Aromacology Spa line. The clean buring soy wax infused with lavender essential oil offers pregnant and new mothers a fresh way to relax and soothe the senses. The frosted glass globe has a beautiful, modern appeal. The candle when unlit can be used to freshen the room. Basq's newest addition brings the benefits of Lavender to the home with ease and beauty. - August 27, 2007 - basq skin care
Premier Displays & Exhibits, Inc. Launches New Line of Custom Display Units
Premier Displays & Exhibits has created a new line of rich customizable display units that serve as an alternative to conventional 10' x 10' tradeshow exhibits - August 27, 2007 - Premier Displays & Exhibits, Inc.
Mckinley Marketing Partners Ranks No. 3151 on the 2007 Inc. 5,000 with Three-Year Sales Growth of 100.1%
First-ever list of the 5,000 fastest-growing businesses reports total revenue of $194.5 billion - August 26, 2007 - McKinley Marketing Partners
John M. Robbins, Chairman of the Mortgage Bankers Association to Speak at KC’s Event on Subprime: Impact & Moving Forward on September 18, 2007
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that John M. Robbins, Chairman of the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming teleconference entitled: “Subprime: Impact & Moving... - August 26, 2007 - The Knowledge Group
ENLASO Corporation (translate.com) Receives Glowing Reviews from Recent Customer Satisfaction Survey
ENLASO Corporation, a leading provider of translation and localization solutions, announced today that 98% of the customers who responded to the customer satisfaction survey said that their experience with ENLASO meets or exceeds their expectations. Addressing nearly all facets of the company's... - August 26, 2007 - ENLASO (translate.com)
Fine Moments Announces Eco-Friendly Line of Contemporary Birth Announcements
Birth Announcements Cater to Eco-Luxury Market - August 25, 2007 - Fine Moments
Baxa Corporation Ranked by Inc. Magazine as One of the Fastest-Growing Private Companies in the US
Baxa Corporation is now ranked in the list of the top 5,000 fastest-growing private companies in the US. The Inc. 5,000 list is an extension of the magazine’s annual 500 list, recognizing the many businesses that are too big to grow at the pace required to make the well-known Inc. 500 list. - August 25, 2007 - Baxa Corporation
Kenneth J. Kies, Managing Director, Federal Policy Group to Speak at KC’s Section 409A: Equity Based Compensation Final Regulation Event on September 6, 2007
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that Kenneth J. Kies, Managing Director of Federal Policy Group will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming teleconference entitled: “Section 409A: Equity Based Compensation Final... - August 25, 2007 - The Knowledge Group
The Duncan Group Announces Line Up for Mortgage Industry's Longest Running Event
Superstar Company’s 2007 Sales Mastery Event Will Help Originators Thrive in Today’s Changing Market. - August 24, 2007 - The Duncan Group
Botswana Teacher Joins SLAM Network and End Malaria - Blue Ribbon Campaign
The Malaria Foundation International applauds efforts of Botswana, Africa and Colorado, USA teachers working together to educate and train students to become active leaders in the world’s fight against malaria. - August 24, 2007 - Malaria Foundation International
Business Leader Media Announces 2007 Women Extraordinaire Nomination Deadline
Raleigh-based magazine publisher Business Leader Media has announced it is accepting nominations for Women Extraordinaire 2007. - August 24, 2007 - Business Leader Magazine
Analysts in Media Announces Successful BPA Audit of Business Trends Quarterly
Analysts In Media is pleased to announce a successful BPA audit of Business Trends Quarterly; a quarterly information technology publication. - August 24, 2007 - Analysts In Media
Fig. Announces New Chief Financial Officer; Fast Growing Company Taps Marty Moore to Join Executive Team
Fig. (http://www.fig.com), the leading authority in medically supervised body shaping, today announced that it has named Marty Moore as the company’s new chief financial officer. - August 23, 2007 - fig.
Jefferson Salt to Host Interim Management Exploration Sessions in Their Virtual Office on the Depo Business Park Resident in Second Life
Interim management specialist, Jefferson Salt, is to host an open session to provide potential clients and candidates with an overview of the benefits and challenges of interim management. The event will take place at their Second Life offices on the depo business park, on Friday 24th... - August 23, 2007 - depo consulting ltd
Crescent Ridge Dairy Promotes Four Drivers
Four milk delivery drivers at the award-winning Crescent Ridge Dairy have recently received promotions. The 75 year-old dairy is headquartered in Sharon, Mass. The following drivers have been promoted to Senior Transportation Experts and will be responsible for route expansion as well as... - August 23, 2007 - Crescent Ridge Dairy
Canada’s Leading Financial Technology Show, Set to Introduce Groundbreaking Technologies for the Financial Sector
The 2007 Financial Services Technology Forum (FSTF) will take place in Toronto on Oct. 24 & 25 at the Design Exchange in Toronto. FSTF will focus on new and emerging technologies for the financial industry. - August 23, 2007 - WowGao
Avionté Unveils New, User-Centric Staffing Software Solution
Avionté is being released to the industry after a rigorous period of research and development by four staffing software veterans. The product was created as a way to offer staffing firms a full featured, affordable software solution that is easy to use and offers extensive flexibility to... - August 22, 2007 - Avionte Staffing Software
Kids At Heart Photography Grants First Franchise in the State of California
Kids At Heart Photography has struck gold in the state of California. Kids At Heart Photography grants first franchise in the state of California. Kids At Heart offers photography services to daycare/preschools, elementary/middle schools, youth sports leagues, dance and camp photography. - August 22, 2007 - Kids At Heart Photography
Professional Decal Application Association Launches WrapQuest 07
The PDAA is holding WrapQuest 07 in sunny Fort Lauderdale, FL, October 21-22, with a special opportunity for VIP Certification Testing on October 23. - August 22, 2007 - Professional Decal Application Association
The Construction Centre Supports Crane Safety Following Strategic Forum Summit
Following the recent flurry of accidents and deaths relating to crane collapses, The Construction Centre announced its support of the Strategic Forum Summit. The summit held on 9th August, highlighted key areas and issues which needed to be addressed in order to ensure tower crane safety and reduce... - August 22, 2007 - The Construction Centre
Winfree Business Growth Advisors’ Albuquerque Franchise Celebrates One-Year Anniversary
Tony Brown recently celebrated the one-year anniversary of his Winfree Business Growth Advisors franchise — the premier sales training organization in Albuquerque. - August 22, 2007 - Winfree Business Growth Advisors
Customer Experience Survey Now On-Line
In advance of the conference on Optimising Customer Experience, the Empiria Group would like to announce that the Customer Experience survey is now on-line. This survey will measure attitudes and opinions of the business community towards the philosophy of customer centricity. The results of this... - August 22, 2007 - Empiria Group
New Business Radio Series -- The CEO Show with Robert Reiss -- Launches Nationally on 9/2/2007 with Bernie Marcus, Home Depot Co-Founder and CEO
The CEO Show with Robert Reiss presents in-depth interviews with leading CEO's about exceptional customer service. The radio show will be broadcast into 36 markets across the U.S. each week, hosted by Robert Reiss, President of Reissource, LLC. Recent CEO's interviewed include: Bruce Mosler, Cushman & Wakefield; David Neeleman, Jet Blue; James Quigley, Deloite & Touche; William Lauder, Estee' Lauder; Simon Cooper, Ritz-Carlton Hotel Co.; Jay Walker, Walker Digital; Carolyn Kepler, Carolyn & Co. - August 21, 2007 - Reissource, LLC
Kids At Heart Photography Grants First Franchise in the State of Florida (Palm Bach County)
Kids At Heart Photography plants its first franchise flag in the state of Florida. Kids At Heart Photography now has franchisees that service the youth photography industry in PA, NJ, DC, VA, MD, CA and FL. Kids At Heart offers photography services to daycare/preschools, elementary/middle schools, youth sports leagues, dance and camp photography. - August 21, 2007 - Kids At Heart Photography