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Allegiance Strengthens Executive Team with Key Hires
Allegiance, Inc., the premier provider of Enterprise Feedback Management (EFM) solutions, today announced that it has added three key members to its executive staff. The company has hired J.D. Jeppson as vice president (VP) of sales, Terence Fugazzi as VP of demand marketing and Chris Cottle as VP... - May 16, 2007 - Allegiance, Inc.
DirectBuy Awards Winnipeg Family $25,000 Home Makeover
DirectBuy, the leading members-only showroom and home design center that offers merchandise at manufacturer-direct prices, awards Winnipeg member with $25,000 home makeover. - May 15, 2007 - DirectBuy
Business Card 2.0 Launched
Web destination offers digital tool for professional branding and personalization - May 15, 2007 - Lyro.com
Satori Group, Inc. and Deltek, Inc. Announce Relationship to Provide Integrated Best of Class Reporting, Analytics, and Profitability Management for Project Focused Firms
Satori Group Inc., a premier provider of enterprise class business intelligence and business performance management applications to law firms, professional services, and consumer products companies and Deltek, the leading provider of enterprise management software for project-focused organizations... - May 15, 2007 - Satori Group, Inc.
The New Content Beamer 3.5 for BlackBerry Provides Remote Access to File and Document Management Systems from BlackBerry Smartphones
ThinPrint, a member of the BlackBerry® ISV Alliance program, is today launching Content Beamer 3.5, allowing users to remotely access business files and network systems from a BlackBerry® smartphone and therefore increasing productivity for mobile professionals. With mobility being one of... - May 15, 2007 - ThinPrint.Inc
ExecUchange President Named Member of Local Business Club
Penn Shore, president of the Northwestern Mutual Financial Network Breakfast Club of the Triangle, has announced that the club has named execUchange President Linda Leake as a member in the business development category. Through her membership, Leake will have access to business development events,... - May 15, 2007 - The Northwestern Mutual Breakfast Club of the Triangle
Glad Perez Named Cambridge Who’s Who Executive of the Year in Financial Marketing and e-Commerce
Glad M. Perez, Vice President of Marketing and e-Commerce of Affinity Federal Credit Union has been named Cambridge Who’s Who Executive of the Year in Financial Marketing and e-Commerce. While inclusion in Cambridge Who’s Who Registry is an honor, only one member in each discipline is... - May 15, 2007 - Cambridge Who's Who
Multiculturalism at Work: Great Tips to Take Note When Working with Global Team Members
Managing Global Teams can be both challenging and frustrating at times. Here are a few tips to manage and motivate global team members. - May 14, 2007 - Verztec Consulting Pte Ltd
Online Entrepreneurs Show You How to Run Your Business with SAS
Laurie Dart, along with colleague and bookkeeper, Yvonne Weld developed SAS – The Simple Accounting System to help small business owners get their bookkeeping under control. Visit www.writingwisely.com - May 14, 2007 - Writing Wisely
Automated Marketing System Turns Internet Failures into Success
Rhonda Smith, CEO of RKS Enterprise has announced the opening of a new and totally automated home based business opportunity. This totally automated business opportunity opened it's doors on February 1, 2007 and is called Passport to Wealth. Passport to Wealth is "the first totally automated... - May 13, 2007 - RKS Enterprise
Princeton Review Agrees – Valpak is a Great Place to Work
Valpak included in The Princeton Review’s Best Entry-Level Jobs – 2008 Edition. - May 13, 2007 - Valpak
B2B.itah.com, AsiaEP New Trade-Focused Search Engine Launching in Thailand
AsiaEP Bhd., a publicly listed company on MESDAQ market of Bursa Malaysia (KLSE), is presently launching a major new project called B2B.itah.com, a B2B trade-focused search engine in Thailand. AsiaEP Bhd. offers a wide array of solutions ranging, from eMarketplace service, e-Business solution... - May 13, 2007 - asiaEP Bhd.
Relios Offers Affiliate Internet Program to High Volume Retailers
Relios Inc., designer and manufacturer of contemporary sterling silver and genuine gemstone jewelry designs, is now offering an affiliate internet program to their high volume retailers. This opportunity is a part of their “Collection Programs” - unique integrated marketing programs... - May 13, 2007 - Relios Jewelry
Blogging Family Business Success Stories
Business owners are starved for success stories of business owners like them, people whose experiences they can relate to directly. Until recently a company had to hire an outsider to write and publish their story online. Now, at last, they can do it themselves. - May 12, 2007 - iBizResources.com
Seavus Announces the Release of New Seavus Project Viewer 2007 Vista Compatible
Seavus Group, a Microsoft Gold Solution Partner, proudly announces the release of the latest version of Seavus Project Viewer - for viewing Microsoft Project® plans (.mpp files). In addition, to all the great viewing features currently available in the product, Seavus introduces a list of... - May 12, 2007 - Synami
Shipping Sidekick v2.0 Released Featuring Free Shipping Rate Comparison
Shipping Sidekick v2.0, featuring free side-by-side comparison of USPS and DHL shipping rates and transit times as well as those of FedEx and UPS for paid users, is now available at www.shippingsidekick.com. When sending a package, users simply enter the destination and package information to quickly and easily retrieve the published shipping rate and delivery time of each shipping company allowing the user to choose the shipper with the best price for the delivery time needed. - May 11, 2007 - Webplus, Inc.
New Program Helps Brand Executives Bring Better Ideas to Market
AcuPOLL Research, Inc., Introduces "The Concept Shop" - May 11, 2007 - AcuPOLL Research, Inc.
Spiritual Entrepreneurs Use Spiritual Assets to Achieve 'Flow' and Success
In an article in the Journal of Human Values, the Rev. Ernest Chu, former investment banker and widely recognized expert on financing emerging growth companies, defines spiritual entrepreneurship and examines the processes and results typical of spiritual entrepreneurs' endeavors. - May 11, 2007 - Soul Currency Institute
Laura Fletcher Named Cambridge Who’s Who Executive of the Year in Network Marketing
Laura J. Fletcher, Executive National Vice President of Arbonne International has been named Cambridge Who’s Who Executive of the Year in Network Marketing. While inclusion in Cambridge Who’s Who Registry is an honor, only one member in each discipline is named the Cambridge Who’s... - May 11, 2007 - Cambridge Who's Who
First Coast Barter Announces Launch in Jacksonville
Across the globe, thousands of business owners and managers are switching from cash to barter transactions at a record pace. A barter company makes trade flexible by allowing businesses to exchange their goods and services instead of using cash. Members are part of a cashless currency that helps them gain new customers, increase cash flow, and free up their cash for other uses. - May 11, 2007 - First Coast Barter
ITpreneurs Launches COBIT Courseware Incorporating Contents of COBIT 4.1
ISACA and ITpreneurs are offering an updated education portfolio reflecting the recently released update to the COBIT (Control Objectives for Information and related Technology) IT governance framework. As a first step, ITpreneurs will launch the 4.1 COBIT Foundation Course on the 16th of May 2007. - May 11, 2007 - ITpreneurs Netherlands BV
Relios Offers Best Practices for Jewelry Retailers
Relios Inc., designer and manufacturer of contemporary sterling silver and genuine gemstone jewelry designs, is now providing “Best Practice” information for their jewelry retailers. The guide they are offering is based on experience gained through the operation of their retail store in... - May 11, 2007 - Relios Jewelry
College-2-career.com's Eric Snyder Offers His Coaching in Interviewing Skills
Eric Snyder, human resources expert and interview skills coach, understands what it takes to get that first big job. He helps college seniors and graduates preparing for a job interview by sharing perspective from the “other side of the desk.” - May 10, 2007 - College-2-career.com
Kathleen Diamond, Founder of LLE – Language Services, Awards Scholarship and Delivers Keynote Address at University of Florida
University of Florida student receives Kathleen K. Diamond Scholarship for Language Majors; LLE – Language Services CEO addresses students and faculty on the future of foreign language industry. - May 10, 2007 - LLE Language Services
Discover How You Can Be Making Real Cash From This Home-Based Business
After trying many home-based businesses & multi-level marketing schemes, Sunny has finally discovered the most simple-to-use home-based business system with the best commission structure on the internet today. After only 2 months of operating his business, Sunny now has the freedom to work from anywhere in the world on his laptop for only few hours a day, giving him more money and time to do what he wants. Anyone can do this. - May 10, 2007 - Keys To Freedom
EHS to Become ‘Must Have Business Tool’ as Time Wasted Sifting through Emails Shows Costs Are Mounting
Managed Service Provider Business Arc offers a 30 day free trial of the most sophisticated email security tools available and guarantees you a return on your investment. - May 10, 2007 - Business Arc Limited
Send Gifts and Flowers to India - indiaflowerplaza.com
indiaflowerplaza.com offers Gift Hampers for all occasions. This new and unique gift covers Flowers, Cakes, Chocolates, Teddy bear, Cookies, Leather Bags, sweets, Jewellery, Watches, Pooja Items, Silver items, games, Cds, and other goodies. indiaflowerplaza.com is an online gift store of unique and... - May 10, 2007 - Flower Plaza
Frontline Source Group, Inc. – Awarded Top-Ranked Small Business Best Places to Work in Dallas Fort Worth Texas
Frontline Source Group, (www.frontlinesourcegroup.com) a Dallas-based staffing agency and direct hire firm, was named the “#1 Small Business” of the “Best Places to Work in Dallas” by the Dallas Business Journal (http://dallas.bizjournals.com) at a recognition luncheon on Thursday, May 3rd. At the ceremony recognizing the best small, mid-sized, and large companies to work for in the DFW Metroplex, Frontline Source Group was ranked “#1 Best Place to Work.” - May 09, 2007 - Frontline Source Group
Turkey Property Announces Beautiful Turkey Homes
Discover Your Dream Villa for sale in Turkey or Apartment and Invest in a Cool Property in Turkey. Homes in Turkey are a perfect Investment for those seeking a holiday home or simply doing business in Turkey. What you get is professional advice and a totally free inspection visit, where they pay... - May 09, 2007 - Turkey Property Homes
M&AMG Announced Carole J. Kealy Director of Partner Relations at NCTA
Carole Kealy was named Director of Partner Relations for M&A Media Group. As a principal in the company, Carole will direct all marketing and communications initiatives on behalf of the firm; furthermore, she will act as a liaison between investment partners and client companies involved in the future of new media, entertainment and communications with disruptive technologies in broadband. - May 09, 2007 - M&A Media Group, LLC
Snobby Babies Debuts Luxurious Infant Couture for Spring 2007
When you are a baby, it is good to be spoiled. - May 09, 2007 - Snobby Babies
Glitnir Bank Attends European Seafood Expo in Brussels
Glitnir is no newcomer to the seafood financing arena. The Nordic bank has been serving the fishery and fish processing industry for over a century and has a team of specialist bankers with years of experience within banking and the seafood industry. - May 09, 2007 - Glitnir Bank
Six Sigma Green Belt Certification Workshop
eXample Consulting Group's Six Sigma Green Belt Certification public workshop in Chennai, India. - May 09, 2007 - eXample Consulting Group
Heather Hammond Named Cambridge Who’s Who Professional of the Year in Floral Artistry
Heather Hammond, Floral Designer of The Flower Shoppe has been named Cambridge Who’s Who Professional of the Year in Floral Artistry. While inclusion in Cambridge Who's Who Among Executive and Professional Women is an honor, only one member in each discipline is named the Cambridge... - May 09, 2007 - Cambridge Who's Who
U.S. Financial Management Celebrates Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day
U.S. Financial Management welcomed approximately eighteen children ranging in age from seven to thirteen at their San Diego headquarters on Wednesday, April 26th for the fifteenth annual Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day ®. This day is held each year to enrich the lives of the... - May 09, 2007 - U.S. Financial Management, Inc.
WEBconference in 8 Languages Including Chinese
WEBconferences are just like normal meetings but they are conducted virtually over the Internet. Presenters can give PowerPoint presentations, consult documents, use interactive on-screen graphics and even vote or display the results of collaborative efforts. With multilingual WEBconference,... - May 09, 2007 - Tele-efficiency Inc.
Paramount Recruiting Partners Joins zenhire as an Affiliate Member
zenhire™, Inc., a leading-edge provider of innovative web-based collaboration and technology solutions for the human capital industry announces a new member. Paramount Recruiting Partners joins the zenhire affiliate network representing Western New York. Paul Yuhas, Managing Partner at... - May 08, 2007 - zenhire, inc.
New MiFID Course – Challenges for the European Economic Area, the Hedge Funds and the Offshore Financial Centers, the USA and the World
Compliance LLC today announced that it has launched two new web sites and a new MiFID course which covers not only the interaction between MiFID and other regulatory initiatives, but also the new challenges in the alternative investments world. - May 08, 2007 - Compliance LLC
PinHawk LLC Launches the NYC Real Estate NewzDigest
PinHawk’s daily email aggregates New York City commercial real estate news. - May 08, 2007 - PinHawk LLC
A Twist on Home Staging
In a Market Where Real Estate Investors are Scrapping to Sell Homes Quickly and at a Good Price Home Staging Might be the Answer. - May 08, 2007 - Get Real REI
Majority of Market Research Professionals Are Concerned with Online Survey Cooperation Rates
Eroding online survey rates jeopardize the research quality and business decisions made using online surveys, say industry professionals - May 07, 2007 - MarketResearchCareers
YourMLMStories.com is Helping Networkers: New Chicken Soup For The Soul® Publication - MLM Stories Wanted - "Chicken Soup for the Network Marketers' Soul®"
Jack Canfield, Mark Victor Hanson, and 29 year MLM veteran Bill Hyman will be co-authoring a new Chicken Soup for the Network Marketing Soul ®. MLMStories.com is assisting networkers to attract prospects with this tool and others. Submissions from Network Marketer's for this publication is deadline - May 25, 2007. Email: Submissions @ YourMLMStories.com. - May 07, 2007 - YourMLMStories
SEPI Engineering Group President Appointed Chair of International Affairs Council Board of Directors
Sepi Asefnia, president of SEPI Engineering Group, has been named chair of the Board of Directors for the International Affairs Council (IAC) of North Carolina. As board chair, Asefnia will lead the efforts for promoting the understanding of world affairs, citizen-to-citizen diplomacy and the... - May 07, 2007 - SEPI Engineering Group
The Castleton Group Announces May Business Seminars Schedule
The Castleton Group has announced that the firm will host three training seminars available at no cost to the local business community in May at The Castleton Group’s Training and Conference Center located at 4101 Lake Boone Trail, Suite 219, in Raleigh. The following topics will be... - May 07, 2007 - Castleton Group
Strategic Alliance for Canadian Creative Industry
Fourteen, a globally functional, creative media house is looking for strategic partners to venture into the North American market. - May 07, 2007 - Fourteen Strategic Brand Consulting
www.RepairMyCreditNow.com Has a New Facility
http://repairmycreditnow.com purchased a 26,000 square foot facility in McKinney Texas. Due to explosive growth, the company decided to acquire the additional space. After incorporating in December 2004 with about eight employees, RMCN Credit Services, Inc. relocated from an 1125 square foot... - May 06, 2007 - RMCN Credit Services, Inc.
Humane Publisher Writing Contest | Win a $4,000 Dollar Professional Book Publishing Package | Poetry | Self-Help | Fiction | Non-Fiction | Mind, Body, Spirit
Win a $4,000 Dollar Professional Author Package. Writing Contest open to the public. Entry deadline June 30, 2007. Poetry | Self-Help | Fiction | Non-Fiction | Mind, Body, Spirit. - May 06, 2007 - Blooming Twig Books LLC
MxToolBox, Inc Offers Complimentary Email Archiving with New Email Hosting Accounts for National Small Business Month
In celebration of National Small Business Month, MxToolBox, Inc. is offering complimentary Email Archiving for new accounts with the FlexBox Business Email Hosting and Groupware service, throughout the month of May. - May 06, 2007 - MxToolBox, Inc
IdeaMamaClub.com Offers Free Trial for Corporations, Non-profit and Membership Organizations to Launch Branded Virtual Innovation Incubators
IdeaMamaClub.com announced today a free trial service for corporation, non-profit and membership organizations to launch and experience Branded Virtual Innovation Incubators supported by proprietary patent pending technology designed by IdeaMama Club Corporation. Organizations will have the... - May 06, 2007 - IdeaMama Ad Network
Business Development Asia Appoints New Representative Director for Japan, Moves to Larger Offices, and Forms New Japanese Entity
Business Development Asia LLC ("BDA") today announced growth initiatives in its Tokyo office. These reflect the firm's increasing commitment to Japan, and belief in Japan's strategic and economic importance. BDA recorded record revenues and profits worldwide in Q1 2007. BDA's Tokyo office has been reorganized as a newly incorporated Japanese joint stock company, called Business Development Asia Kabushiki Kaisha ("BDA KK"). BDA has appointed a new Representative Director in Tokyo. - May 05, 2007 - BDA Partners Ltd