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Provident Funding Broadens Re-Issue, Reach Through Informative Research
In a move to broaden credit re-issue capabilities and reach an expanded audience of originators, Provident Funding has joined forces with mortgage credit information provider Informative Research. - May 04, 2008 - Informative Research
Urban Revitalization Meets Technology
When the owner of the old Classic Tailor Building, in downtown Flint, decided to start promoting this latest in renovated properties, his first step was to implement a strategy that centers around the web. Nick Singelis, owner of the Classic Tailor Building, has retained 3Sixty Interactive, a full... - May 04, 2008 - 3Sixty Interactive
Guiltless Giving - 8 Year Old Takes Helping the Homeless to a Whole New Level
Eight year old Zachary Gooding, of San Diego, California, started with an idea on how to build a better mousetrap and found a way to help homeless people in a creative, innovative way. - May 04, 2008 - Guiltless Giving
Boomer Advertising Wins Five International Creative Summit Awards
Out of thousands of entries from 25 countries around the globe, Boomer Advertising has won five (5) 2008 Summit Creative Awards® - one Gold, two Silver, and two Bronze Awards. The awards recognize a variety of the marketing tools created for Boomer clients: packaging, website design, print... - May 03, 2008 - Boomer Advertising, Inc.
Bill Nix Joins BlueStar as Director of Global Channel Marketing & Sales
Mr. Nix will lead BlueStar’s international business development, including bringing more vendors’ products into BlueStar for distribution as well as developing an international marketing and sales presence. - May 03, 2008 - BlueStar
Saville Wins Global Gold
UK audio visual specialist achieves highest level in training qualifications. - May 03, 2008 - Saville Online
Director of Strategic Solutions for Active Data Services, Inc. Speaks at North Carolina Health Information Management Association Meeting
Active Data Services, Inc. (www.activedataservices.com), a business process outsourcing firm, has announced that Steve Jones, director of strategic solutions, presented at the North Carolina Health Information Management Association’s (NCHIMA) Charlotte Region meeting on April 4 at... - May 03, 2008 - Active Data Services
The Computer Doctor, LLC Attains Gold Certified Partner Status in Microsoft Partner Program
The Computer Doctor Further Distinguishes Itself by Earning Microsoft’s Highest Level of Technological Excellence. Northern Virginia Firm Joins Elite Group of Information Technology Solution Providers. - May 03, 2008 - The Computer Doctor, LLC
Hybrid Mom Consulting & Media Group Expands Its Mission to Support Today's Moms; New Initiative Paves the Way for Mom Bloggers to Grow Their Online Businesses and Offers
Hybrid Mom is the only multi-platform network 100% focused on today's mom market. Delivering fully integrated marketing programs that engage moms in meaningful ways is their number one goal. Hybrid Mom Consulting, Hybrid Mom Magazine, Hybridmom.com and the Hybrid Mom Bloggers Network. One Market. One Network. Countless solutions to reach today's moms. - May 02, 2008 - Hybrid Mom Consulting & Media Group
A Big Fat New Life
Ever dreamt about a job where you can put smile on your own and other peoples’ faces at the same time? Or a family business that gets everyone involved… and still gives you time to pick up the kids from school? Well, take a look at Sophie Baxter, mother of two boys, 5 and 4. - May 02, 2008 - Big Fat Balloons
Yorkshire Packaging Make It a Hat Trick of Shrink Wrap Systems for Specialist Chemical Company
Yorkshire Packaging Services (YPS) has installed its third shrink wrapping system in two years, at the Oldham-based factory of James Briggs Consumer Chemical and Aerosol Specialists, a division of ITW Ltd. - May 02, 2008 - Yorkshire Packaging Systems Ltd
College Graduates Face the Ultimate Final Exam – Job-Hunting in a Tough Job Market – But a New Job Readiness Quiz Helps Them Prepare to Find a Job After College
College students graduating from college this month face an ever-increasing tough job market -- and many are unprepared for it. To help these new college grads, Quintessential Careers has prepared its 30th quiz: College Grad Readiness Quiz -- and companion study guide -- to help prepare college grads for job-hunting. - May 02, 2008 - Quintessential Careers
Forthright Launches as Stand-Alone Company
New Company to Leverage Expertise and Leadership in Workflow System Based Transaction Processing and Resolution Solutions. - May 02, 2008 - Forthright
American Blinds Partners with World's Largest Interior Design School
American Blinds, Wallpaper and More is proud to partner with the Sheffield School of Interior Design (www.sheffield.edu), the world’s largest design school. Now American Blinds customers, who range from savvy decorators to weekend DIY-ers, can take advantage of articles written by the Sheffield School’s top designers. - May 02, 2008 - American Blinds, Wallpaper & More
Upperz Social Networking, the Facebook for Professional and Business Purposes
Upperz ( upperz.com ) is the new social network site for professional and business purposes. It is ideal for entrepreneurs, business owners, managers, freelancers and students. So in fact for everybody who wants to climb up the ladder, want to generate more revenues as a company, or for those who simply want to expand their network. - May 02, 2008 - Upperz Business Social Networking
DirectBuy of Brooklyn and Queens Members Buy More and Save More in 2008
DirectBuy of Brooklyn and Queens, the leading members-only showroom and home design center that offers merchandise at manufacturer-direct prices, reported an increase in member purchases in the first quarter of 2008. Compared to the first quarter of 2007, the total dollar volume of member purchases increased nearly 15 percent in the first quarter of 2008. - May 02, 2008 - DirectBuy of Brooklyn & Queens
La Vida Del Mar Names New Director of Sales and Marketing
Senior Resource Group (SRG) announced today the appointment of Cindi Douglas as director of sales and marketing to the company’s Solana Beach community - La Vida Del Mar. Prior to joining La Vida Del Mar, Douglas worked as director of homecare, at Redwood Elderlink in Escondido, Calif., and... - May 02, 2008 - Senior Resource Group
Houdini Lock & Safe Company Becomes Medeco Security Center
Medeco High Security Locks is proud to announce the newest member to the Medeco Security Center network, Houdini Lock & Safe Company. Medeco Security Centers are an elite collection of Medeco High Security Lock dealers located throughout the United States. At a Medeco Security Center, customers... - May 02, 2008 - Houdini Lock & Safe
ENLIGN Business Brokers Integrates Business Broker Press’ DealTrax
Jeff Snell, principal broker for ENLIGN Business Brokers (www.enlign.com), has announced that the firm has integrated its office with the DealTrax™ from Business Brokerage Press in order to better manage clients and prospects. DealTrax™ is an office management system exclusively created... - May 02, 2008 - ENLIGN Business Brokers
A New, Cost Effective Way to Buy Electronics is Born - Component Sense Offers the Answers
There has been a clear gap in the consumer marketplace for fair, service oriented businesses that offer cost effective electronic solutions to their customers. This gap has caused frustration among a variety of consumers and commercial businesses. So, Component Sense developed an answer. “We... - May 02, 2008 - Component Sense Ltd.
It is Time to Celebrate with Friends This Cinco de Mayo with Dos Equis
Dos Equis is bringing the celebration directly to the people in nine markets this Cinco de Mayo. Heineken USA, the Dos Equis Brand Beer and MediaVest Worldwide have secured the services of Trafficadz, Inc., [member of the GoMobile Advertising Network], to launch an innovative alternative outdoor... - May 01, 2008 - GoMobile
Multilizer 2007 Service Release 1 Features Interactive Assisted Translation Tools, Enhanced Reports, and Remote Support
The new features of Multilizer 2007 Service Release 1 include interactive assisted translation tools, improved reports, and remote support. They offer full control on project progress and translation quality. The Remoteus remote support program enables their support team to troubleshoot intricate localization issues using a remote connection. - May 01, 2008 - Multilizer
Lucky You Shoe Company (Luckyyoushoes.com) Says "Why Buy When You Can Borrow?"
Finally, a company whose practical fashion-forward thinking has made beautiful, high-end designer shoes available to every body on any budget. Owned and operated by entrepreneur, Amy Hutson, Lucky You Shoe Company offers unprecedented access to indulgence without the expensive commitment. - May 01, 2008 - Lucky You Shoe Company
CycleTrader.com Reaches More Than 2 Million Visitors in April
Cycle Trader key performance indicators are dramatically up year over year. Improvements for total traffic, page views, time-on-site, and repeat visitors showed marked increases in the month of April based upon enhancements to the cycletrader.com site. - May 01, 2008 - Cycle Trader
Builder Homesite, Inc. Launches Condo Search Site
Platform makes it easy to search for the newest downtown digs. Builder Homesite’s (BHI) New Home Source (http://www.newhomesource.com), the leading consumer resource to new home communities throughout the U.S., has launched Urban Condo Living (http://www.urbancondoliving.com) – a comprehensive, new condo search website tailored to urban dwellers looking for their dream space in the sky. - May 01, 2008 - Builder Homesite, Inc.
BeautyStaffs Maximizes Exposure for Beauty Professionals
BeautyStaffs announces a new program which encourages interested beauty professionals to contribute brief articles on topics related to their expertise. Contributors whose 300-500 word articles are selected will receive free one years "Preferred Listing" status on Beautystaffs site. - May 01, 2008 - Varazo
2 Hour House, LLC Breaks Record, Inspires Stellar Business Performance
Overcoming the Odds, 2 Hour House Builds Businesses Despite Economy. - May 01, 2008 - 2 Hour House
New Book Helps Companies Increase Customer Loyalty and Profits
Customer loyalty expert Kevin Stirtz has published a new book designed to help companies keep their customers coming back. It's called: "More Loyal Customers: 21 Real World Lessons to Keep Your Customers Coming Back." The book is full of tips, tools, checklists and examples of how to... - May 01, 2008 - Stirtz Group
NPSA Offers Portable Storage Financing Tips
Portable storage vendors have several options to finance containerized storage purchases. Discover the pros and cons of each option. - May 01, 2008 - National Portable Storage Association
The International Affairs Council Names Co-Chairs for the 2008 Citizen of the World Award
Todd Culpepper, executive director of the International Affairs Council (IAC) (www.iacnc.org), has announced that Sepi Asefnia, president of Sepi Engineering Group (www.sepiengineering.com), and Patty Briguglio, president of MMI Associates, Inc. (www.mmimarketing.com) will co-chair the planning... - May 01, 2008 - International Affairs Council
Symons Capital Management Introduces a New Small Cap Investment Strategy
SYMONS CAPITAL MANAGEMENT has introduced its third long-only equity mutual fund strategy, Symons Small Cap Institutional Fund (SSMIX). The strategy is an intellectual sibling of the Symons Alpha Growth and Symons Alpha Value strategies – in every case Symons Capital seeks to invest in... - April 30, 2008 - Symons Capital Management, Inc.
Regulatory Arbitrage After Basel ii - a New Presentation From Compliance LLC
Compliance LLC today announced a new half day presentation for hedge fund managers and professionals, high net-worth managers and family offices. - April 30, 2008 - Compliance LLC
Seasoned Entrepreneur Named Chairman of FIU’s Entrepreneurship Center
Florida International University’s Eugenio Pino & Family Global Entrepreneurship Center, which brings entrepreneurship to all students on campus no matter their major, recently announced that Mike Tomás, president of the ASTRI Group, will be Chairman of its Board of... - April 30, 2008 - Florida International University Eugenio Pino & Family Global Entrepreneurship Center
New UK/Ireland Franchise Direct Web Site Launched
Improvements include SEO optimization, video streaming and news links - April 30, 2008 - Franchise Direct USA
My Yoga Online Launches Enhanced Technology on Revolutionary Yoga, Wellness, Pilates and Meditation Lesson Video Website
Latest Version of Flash Streaming Video Technology Makes MyYogaOnline.com Available With High Quality Full Screen Video Across All Platforms and on All Browsers. MyYogaOnline.com (www.myyogaonline.com) has re-launched its website with improved Flash Streaming Video technology. The latest version... - April 30, 2008 - My Yoga Online
25 Companies Win Worldwide Award for Democracy in the Workplace
For-profit and non-profit organizations from the US, Canada, the Netherlands and Malaysia were selected from a diversity of industries. - April 30, 2008 - WorldBlu, Inc.
Leading Experts Discuss Changes in Sales Management Brought About by Crm and Other Sales Technology
New blog brings together a group of international experts from sales management consulting and training, product development, and research to discuss how CRM, SPM, and SFA technology is impacting the management of the sales function and salespeople. - April 30, 2008 - McCord Training
1000's of Curb King's Items Now Available Online
Curb King's 1000's items in its catalog are now available for purchase over the Internet. - April 30, 2008 - Curb King
Tiqua Translations Delivers Strong Q1 Growth
Tiqua Translations, an expert in multilingual translation, localization, interpretation and business services, has demonstrated language service revenue growth of nearly 90% for Q1 2008. Tiqua's innovative approach to the Translation Management System (Client-Tiqua-Translator-Tiqua-Client) has... - April 30, 2008 - Tiqua Translations
Digital-Clay Announces It Will Grant Awards to the Companies That Build the Most Creative Solutions with the Digital-Clay Platform
Digital-Clay announces it will grant awards to the companies that build the most creative solutions with the Digital-Clay platform. Digital-Clay will accept solutions for review by organizations that use its platform. Each organization can submit up to 10 solutions for review. - April 30, 2008 - Digital-Clay
WSI Launches CIMC – Certified Internet Marketing Consultant Program
You Can Get There from Here. - April 30, 2008 - WSI Internet
National Roundtable on American Economy Focuses on Innovation Economics Successes
Delays in Implementing Innovation Model Imperil US Economic Competitiveness. - April 30, 2008 - The Private Capital Market, Inc.
Greene Resources Named to Entrepreneur Magazine’s Hot 100
Greene Resources, Inc. (www.greeneresources.com) has been named to Entrepreneur magazine’s 2008 Hot 100 List, the 14th annual listing of America’s fastest-growing entrepreneurial companies. The Raleigh-based recruiting solutions company ranked number 54 on this year’s list,... - April 30, 2008 - Greene Resources, Inc.
Packard Named Sonitrol Pacific Employee of the Quarter
The Sound Security Board of Directors named Dean Packard, Portland Technician, as the January-March 2008 Employee of the Quarter. - April 30, 2008 - Sound Security, Inc., dba Sonitrol Pacific
Tungsten Treasure Launches New Website Featuring Designer Tungsten Carbide Jewelry for Men and Women
Tungsten Treasure has launched a website featuring its new range of designer Tungsten Carbide Jewelry for both men and women. - April 30, 2008 - Tungsten Treasure
The Online Scrap Marketplace, Recycleinme.com Launches Another Futuristic Service - ‘Scrap and Recycling Videos’
No medium other than videos are so versatile for the demonstration of products and services, according to Recycleinme.com, the online scrap product trading community. - April 30, 2008 - RecycleInMe
The Federal Banking CO-Op and the Federal Foreclosure Assistance Center Announce Their Plans to Develop National Sales Staff and Membership Recruiters
Due to the huge increase in Foreclosures and Home Owners at Risk seeking immediate assistance The Federal Foreclosure Assistance Center will be recruiting local sales staff and counselors to help homeowners understand their options and help them work out their housing problems. At the same time, FBC will be hiring local membership representatives to help grow their membership and assist on a local levels. - April 29, 2008 - Federal Banking Coop
Varner & Brandt LLP Names Four New Partners
Riverside, CA law firm, Varner & Brandt LLP names four new partners. - April 29, 2008 - Varner & Brandt LLP
Fox Media Lab's Incubated Communications Company UBZ2.COM LLC Garners $125,000,000 International Technology Loan
UBZ2.COM LLC enters as the first sports world wide social network. They have been awarded a 10-year low interest Technology Loan from Russian Volk Finance Group, located in Moscow. - April 29, 2008 - Fox Media Lab
Workplace Efficiency – Incite GmbH Launches the New Version of Its KnowHowDB Knowledge Management Software
Knowledge is power – but sharing knowledge brings success. Incite GmbH is using this slogan to introduce the new version of its KnowHowDB software. Central elements of the new version include extensive improvements to multi-user functionality, user administration, authorisations and MS SQL... - April 29, 2008 - Incite GmbH