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2011 Payroll Software for QuickBooks Users from Real Business Solutions Updated with 2011 Federal Tax Tables, 2 Percent Social Security Tax Cut and New State Withholding
Payroll Mate payroll software releases new payroll withholding calculator with support for the 2011 tax tables, that were developed as a result of the recently passed Tax Relief and Job Creation Act of 2010. Payroll Mate helps payroll departments and small businesses using QuickBooks implement the new changes by the IRS due date of January 31, 2011. - January 06, 2011 - Real Business Solutions
Business Association Responding to Critical Economic Need
MainStreetChamber™ announced today that it will be opening a new local Chapter in Seminole County, FL. - January 06, 2011 - MainStreetChamber
A "Three-Peat" for T3 Fitness Energy at the Riverside Tennis Center
Christi MacNee, President of T3 Fitness Energy, was voted Inland Empire Magazine’s 2010 Best Personal Trainer. This is the third year in a row that MacNee has received this recognition. MacNee commented on this and their sudden 10-day displacement, "We continue to add incredibly motivating instructors and unique fitness classes to their business model. We’ve had so many positive things happen this year that we couldn’t even let our brief displacement right before Christmas get us down." - January 05, 2011 - T3 Fitness Energy
Ferrara Flame by Italkero is a Proud Sponsor of the 2nd Annual Tasty Awards
The Tasty Awards is the premier broadcast awards show dedicated to celebrating and recognizing the year's best achievements in food, fashion, and home lifestyle programs on Television, in Film, and Online. - January 05, 2011 - Ferrara Flame by Italkero
eCom Connections: New Podcast Creates Connections for eCommerce Success
Premiering on Monday, January 10, 2011, a brand-new ecommerce podcast — eCom Connections — will offer solid content from leading ecommerce experts to help online sellers put together the pieces to create ecommerce success. - January 05, 2011 - eCom Connections
NewProductHelp.comDesignated as Official Marketing Representative for Dry Space Invention
Jessie H., a Texas-based inventor, has contracted South Florida invention assistance leader NewProductHelp.com to represent his Dry Space concept to industry. An effective new product designed to prevent messes from forming on bathroom floors, the Dry Space boasts a unique design that provides its... - January 05, 2011 - New Product Help, Inc.
NewProductHelp.com Adds Cool Pool Chair Invention to Marketing Roster
Clifford P., Florida resident and inventor, has contracted South Florida invention assistance leader NewProductHelp.com to represent his Cool Pool Chair invention to industry for the next 2 years. An innovative and useful new product sure to appeal to those who love spending time in swimming pools,... - January 05, 2011 - New Product Help, Inc.
NewProductHelp.com Set to Represent Incense Delight Invention to Industry
Edward S., Massachusetts-based inventor, has contracted South Florida invention assistance leader NewProductHelp.com to represent his Incense Delight concept to industry. A simple yet effective new product sure to resonate with those who enjoy the smells of incense in their surroundings, the... - January 05, 2011 - New Product Help, Inc.
Spanish Speakers Can Now Easily Build Their Own Websites with Website Builder Wix.com
Start-up Wix.com has translated its powerful online website builder. The tool enables the code-free creation of quality Flash websites. The product's interface, billing system and support center are all available for the first time in Spanish. - January 04, 2011 - Wixpress, Ltd.
Marketing Gets Karmic - the New Book Win Win Marketing Helps Businesses Increase Profits, Get New Customers and Grow Their Businesses in a Customer Friendly Way
Business owners can start the year off right by building their business karma. Win Win Marketing by Amy Foxwell shows how entrepreneurs can lay solid foundations for their businesses by using strategies where all parties stand to gain. - January 04, 2011 - Foxwell Associates.com
Dark Horse Farms Seeking Syndicate Shareholders
Dark Horse Farms, a newly established Show Jumper and Derby Hunter equestrian stable, is now seeking buyers and owners for a limited number of quality show horses for the upcoming 2011 competition season. Southern California professional rider and trainer, Lisa Ciesniewski, will campaign each... - January 01, 2011 - Dark Horse Farms
Gulf Coast Venture Forum January Meeting(s) Held on January 13 in Naples, January 12 in Sarasota
The January meetings of the Gulf Coast Venture Forum in both Sarasota and Naples will feature 3 companies presenting their business plans. - December 29, 2010 - Gulf Coast Venture Forum
Judgment Recovery Institute Now Opens Registration for "Bringing in 2011" Webinar
Institute Invites Everyone to Register for this Once a Year Event. - December 25, 2010 - Judgment Recovery Institute
Top Trademark Trends of 2010
Top stories of the year in the world of trademarks involve Facebook, The Gap, and reality television stars. Attorney Erik Pelton summarizes the year's most interesting trademark developments. - December 24, 2010 - Erik M. Pelton & Associates, PLLC
Cleanicity Among Top 100 Home-Based Businesses
Cleanicity is among the top winners in the “recession buster” category of StartupNation’s Top 100 Home-based Businesses in 2010. - December 23, 2010 - Cleanicity
Greenspoon Marder Attorneys Recognized as Highest Rated in Central Florida
Three attorneys from Greenspoon Marder, a full-service business law firm, have been named in the December issue of Orlando Home & Leisure Magazine among the Top Lawyers in Central Florida. The list includes attorneys in Orange, Seminole and Osceola counties and is a product of a partnership... - December 22, 2010 - Greenspoon Marder
Cash Flow and Factoring - Workshop to be Held at the Amoskeag Business Incubator
Simple tips and strategies that all businesses can implement to improve cash flow. - December 22, 2010 - abi Innovation Hub
Nutricap Labs President and Founder Featured in Today’s CEO Executive Suite Column of Newsday
Leader of New York-based vitamin and supplement manufacturing company was featured in today’s CEO Executive Suite column of Newsday to discuss his contributions to various local and national charities and how he grew his business into one of America’s fastest-growing companies despite a global recession. - December 20, 2010 - Nutricap Labs
SparkBase Appoints Andrew Kraynak as Vice President of Marketing
Company reinforces investment in aggressive growth strategy by adding experienced marketing leadership. - December 20, 2010 - SparkBase LLC
Marketing Copy & Content Expert Announces the Launch of the Action Marketing Copy Ebook
Small business owners can now learn how to write effective marketing copy and content. Marketing copy and content expert, Kristie Lorette, provides a step-by-step guide and worksheets to walk business owners through the process of writing compelling marketing messages every time in her new ebook. - December 19, 2010 - Kristie Lorette McCauley
NewProductHelp.com to Spearhead Marketing Campaign for Bundrick Cutouts Invention
Don B., Alabama resident and inventor, has contracted South Florida invention assistance leader NewProductHelp.com to represent his Bundrick Cutouts invention to potential licensees on a worldwide basis. A simple yet eye-catching new product for those seeking to liven up a room, the Bundrick... - December 18, 2010 - New Product Help, Inc.
NewProductHelp.com Enthused About Opportunity to Serve as Marketing Representative for Jewel Concept
Ivory E., New York resident and inventor, has contracted South Florida invention assistance leader NewProductHelp.com to represent his Jewel concept to industry over the next 2 years. A simple yet functional new product sure to appeal to music lovers everywhere, the Jewel boasts a unique design... - December 18, 2010 - New Product Help, Inc.
NewProductHelp.com Tabbed as Official Marketing Representative of Quantum Pen Invention
Dr. Marva F., Michigan resident and inventor, has contracted South Florida invention assistance leader NewProductHelp.com to represent her Quantum Pen to potential licensees worldwide. A highly unique new product for the twenty-first century that brings unprecedented functionality to a standard... - December 18, 2010 - New Product Help, Inc.
Certified Business Brokers Represents Houston Manufacturer, Paty, Inc., in Sale of Business
Paty, Inc., founded in 1955, was sold by owners, Ruth and Faride Abugattas, to local Houston entrepreneurs, Derrick and Caren Veillon. The company, headquartered in Houston, manufactures baby clothing using only materials made in the U.S. and distributes its products to specialty stores throughout the United States. - December 17, 2010 - Certified Business Brokers
NewProductHelp.com Set to Represent Orthopedic Shirt 'N Coat Garments Invention to Industry
Ronald R., a Michigan-based inventor, has contracted South Florida invention assistance firm NewProductHelp.com to represent his Orthopedic Shirt N' Coat Garments concept to industry over the next 2 years. Care givers and physically/emotionally challenged persons alike can take heart. The... - December 17, 2010 - New Product Help, Inc.
New Basecamp Business Calendar Network App for the Apple iPhone and iPad Helps Entrepreneurs and Professionals Find the Events that Matter™
In-person networking remains a valuable tool that can help entrepreneurs and professionals to start and grow their businesses. Yet until now, entrepreneurs had to visit dozens of different web sites to find out about what was happening. The Business Calendar Network app for the Apple iPhone and iPad brings all the events that matter into a single, easy-to-use app. - December 17, 2010 - Basecamp Business
ActionCOACH of CT Offers Sounding Board to Help Small Business Owners
ActionCOACH of Connecticut, part of the world’s largest business coaching network, is offering Sounding Board. This program is a unique combination of professional business coaching, a new, more effective networking technique and mutual assistance among a select group of-growth-minded businesspeople. - December 16, 2010 - ActionCOACH of CT
Nick Usborne to Speak at First-Ever Virtual Web Writer Summit, Sponsored by American Writers & Artists Inc. and Wealthy Web Writer
Online Copywriting is the #1 opportunity for freelancers today - December 16, 2010 - American Writers & Artists, Inc. (AWAI)
NewProductHelp.com Set to Represent Jackpack Invention to Industry
Bobbie D., a Tennessee based inventor, has contracted South Florida invention assistance leader NewProductHelp.com to represent her Jackpack concept to industry. An innovative and eye-catching new apparel item that will have multiple uses, the Jackpack boasts a unique design that provides its users... - December 16, 2010 - New Product Help, Inc.
Matt Bullas, Digital Entrepreneur, Launches New Website
Leading UK entrepreneur Matt Bullas, who has carved out a successful career at the forefront of digital marketing and online advertising, has launched his own personal website to offer visitors tips on how to succeed in the often complicated world of SEO, advice on how to construct a powerful, effective internet marketing campaign and personal consultation services. - December 15, 2010 - mattbullas.com
Equilibrium Enterprises Announces Release of the Habit Factor -- New Book Debuts Explaining Methodology for Goal Achievement
Improve yourself, improve your business: Book debuts to acclaim, drawing from science, philosophy, spirituality and personal achievement to empower individuals to achieve their goals by applying its innovative technique. - December 15, 2010 - Equilibrium Enterprises
Columbus Catering Franchise Posts Record Sales
Corporate Caterers franchise is beginning to hit its stride. - December 15, 2010 - Corporate Caterers
NewProductHelp.com Enthused About Opportunity to Represent Ran Cans Invention to Industry
Randell E., a Wisconsin resident and inventor, has contracted South Florida invention assistance leader NewProductHelp.com to represent his Ran Cans concept to potential licensees over the next 2 years. A simple yet fun twist on a classic street game, the Ran Cans boasts a unique design that... - December 15, 2010 - New Product Help, Inc.
Identity Anchor Launches iSekurity ID Theft Protection Job Recruitment Website
Identity Anchor, an authorized iSekurity distributor, announces a new national recruitment website for independent sales representatives. - December 13, 2010 - Identity Anchor
New Web-based Tool Helps Entrepreneurs Launch Home-Based Stork Rental & Lawn Greetings Business with Sweet Greetings, Inc.
Sweet Greetings, Inc. recently launched an online tool enabling entrepreneurs to start a new home-based stork rental and lawn greetings business in a few clicks. Users select sign designs and marketing materials to customize their business start-up package, which includes start-up phone and e-mail support, a “How to Start a Stork Rental Business” e-book, a custom-branded website with email account, an exclusive geographical territory, branded marketing materials and other business add-ons. - December 13, 2010 - Sweet Greetings, Inc.
Cartoon Character Goes Coffee
Cartoon character, Bean Buddy, opens first coffee shop in Blaine, MN. Already known for it's iPhone games, iPad games, pilot cartoon and national distributed merchandise, born and raised Minnesotan select home state for first coffee shop, which is to be a family run company. - December 11, 2010 - Bean Buddy LLC
American Writers & Artists Inc. Helps Copywriters Launch Successful B2B Copywriting Businesses Before the First Quarter of 2011
The New Year will start with a bang for many freelancers and writers who have completed AWAI’s new program: The “Business Side” of B2B Copywriting: How to Get Clients, Grow Your Business, and Boost Your Income. - December 11, 2010 - American Writers & Artists, Inc. (AWAI)
ShopDollarD.com Adds Two Local Entrepreneurs to Product Mix
ShopDollarD.com has become well known for undergarments and party supplies. Their latest addition to their family of products expand beyond undergarments and party supplies to outerwear, books, jewelry, and greeting cards. It is intended that all of these additions will help the local Hampton Roads community and economy. - December 10, 2010 - ShopDollarD.com
Kinderhook Industries Acquires Another Line, Inc.
The Transition Companies LLC (“TTC”) is pleased to announce the acquisition of Another Line, Inc. in Lake Forest, California - December 10, 2010 - The Transition Companies
Non-ICANN "Gay" (and Other "Happy") Domain Names Are Turning the Internet on Its Head - Demand Intensifies for Free Lifestyles TLDs at Dashworlds.com
"Gay" (and "Serious") Domain Names create safe and exclusive community homes in cyberspace. They join other new Dashcom TLDs such as "Wild," "Lover" and "Genius" all available free from Dashworlds.com - December 10, 2010 - DASHWORLDS
New York & New Jersey Minority Supplier Development Council Honors Top Corporations and Minority Businesses with 2010 Partnership Awards
The Partnership Awards presented top corporate honors to IBM Corporation as National Corporation of the Year; New York Life Insurance as Regional Corporation of the Year; Interpublic Group with the Chairman’s Award and Joy Crichlow of Con Edison with Advocate of the Year. Outstanding African American, Hispanic American and Asian American New York and New Jersey business-owners were saluted with Supplier Awards. - December 10, 2010 - New York & New Jersey Minority Supplier Development Council
NewProductHelp.com to Serve as Marketing Representative for Snugg-A-Roo and Pillow Too Invention to Industry
Erika J., a Florida resident and inventor, has contracted South Florida invention assistance leader NewProductHelp.com to represent her Snugg-A-Roo and Pillow Too concept to potential licensees over the next 2 years. An innovative new concept sure to appeal to all who enjoy snuggling up on their... - December 10, 2010 - New Product Help, Inc.
Start a Business with JIB-IChef’s Christmas Recipes
Culinary school ICHEF is promoting entrepreneurship and it is encouraging Dabawenyos to take advantage of the different courses it is offering, especially the Christmas recipes. - December 09, 2010 - JIB Career Center Foundation, Inc.
American Writers & Artists Inc. And Its Wealthy Web Writer Division Announce First-Ever Virtual Web Writer Summit Featuring Leading Industry Experts
American Writers & Artists Inc. (AWAI), www.awaionline.com, and its Wealthy Web Writer division, today announced an exciting event that will take place on December 18, 2011. The 2011 State of the Web: Web Writer Summit will be an innovative addition to AWAI’s and Wealthy Web... - December 09, 2010 - American Writers & Artists, Inc. (AWAI)
12designer Finishes 2010 in Style by Accepting 10,000th Designer
12designer.com, a Europe-based website that utilises public submissions to provide design solutions for their clients, has concluded a strong year of progress by cracking the 10,000 designer barrier. - December 08, 2010 - 12designer
FindCo Launches Services for Local Businesses at ILM:10, BIA/Kelsey’s Annual Interactive Local Media Conference, Dec. 7-9 in Silicon Valley
FindCo.com announces a new service for Local Businesses at Silicon Valley Conference. FindCo is a trusted ally to small & medium sized businesses by providing free and value added services that help grow their business. - December 07, 2010 - FindCo, LLC
Training for Entrepreneurs.com e-Learning Gift Cards… Unique Gifts for This Holiday Season
Training for Entrepreneurs.com e-Gift Cards are unique gifts of knowledge. Truly, great alternatives to traditional gift cards. - December 07, 2010 - Legacy Associates, Inc.
Business Coaching on Apple's iPad Now a Reality for FocalPoint and Brian Tracy
FocalPoint Business Coaching has released an industry-first in the iPad app. Now Business Owners and Executives can get the recognized business improvement of Brian Tracy delivered on the iPad. Initial customers have already commented on its eco-friendliness and how it has helped them "de-paper." - December 06, 2010 - FocalPoint Business Coaching Inc
Small Business Winners Announced for the 2010 Annual KOSBE Awards
The winners of the 2010 Annual KOSBE Awards have been named by the Kingsport Area Chamber of Commerce Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship (KOSBE). - December 06, 2010 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
Life-Changing Reality Series Holding Open Casting Call for Families Who Have a Workaholic Parent
Award winning entertainment company MysticArt Pictures is holding an open casting call for a brand new docu-series entitled TIMEOUT for a major cable network targeted at families who have a workaholic parent. Casting producers will be meeting with families who find it a challenge to maintain a... - December 05, 2010 - MysticArt Pictures