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Ohio Franchise Experts, Michael Creatore and Nick Kerpsack, Predicts Top Earning Franchise Industries for 2014

When most people think of the franchise industry, quick-service food outlets are the first types of franchises to come to mind. In a list provided by Entrepreneur’s 2014 Franchise 500, fast-food chains dominated the franchise industry with over 25% list entries. Frozen Yogurt locations were... - April 03, 2014 - Franchise Direct 1, LLC.

San Diego Educators Win FedEx Grant

Teacher Lee Play-To-Learn, a San Diego-based education nonprofit, has been awarded a second place prize in the FedEx Small Business Grant contest. - April 02, 2014 - Teacher Lee Play-To-Learn, Inc.

Initial Hygiene Malaysia Introduces the Ways to Enhance Your Office Environment with Its Premium Scenting Solutions

Ambient scenting is now one of the sought after methods in olfactory stimuli to improve performance in human population and to create a lasting positive impression. 75% of the emotions that we experienced daily are generated by our sense of smell, which make this method an influential element in cultivating a happier workplace. - April 02, 2014 - Rentokil Initial

New Book, which Shows Business Owners How to Raise Extra Capital, Seeks Crowdfunding

Tiffany C. Wright, the author of the book "The Funding Is Out There! Access the Cash You Need to Impact Your Business," launches an Indiegogo campaign to ensure the book is mass-produced. - April 02, 2014 - The Resourceful CEO

Red Touch Media Signs on to Sponsor the "Utah Entrepreneur Series" at the University of Utah

Red Touch Media becomes “Innovator Sponsor” of the “Utah Entrepreneur Series” to help fund the Utah Entrepreneur Challenge at the University of Utah - April 02, 2014 - Red Touch Media

Covermade, Maker of Comforters That Stay in Place to Simplify Bedmaking, Rolls Out Its New Line of Colors

Local Entrepreneur Expands Bedding Line to Include Colors, While Launching New Online Store and Opening Product Display at the Mall at Tuttle Crossing - April 02, 2014 - Covermade

Construction Kicks Off Today on Montgomery County-Based RE/MAX Realty Group's Crown Farm Office

RE/MAX Realty Group begins construction on a new office in the Crown Farm development of Montgomery County, MD. This expansion will position RE/MAX Realty Group to expand into one of the hottest real estate markets in suburban Washington, DC. Realty Group currently has 130 agents and will seek to add an additional 60 to its sales force. - April 01, 2014 - RE/MAX Realty Group

90 Day Race Announces the Great $50,000 Giveaway

Dr. Rollan Roberts II has agreed to give away 5,000 copies of the "90 Day Race" book worth $50,000 in the month of April while supplies last. - April 01, 2014 - 24ravens

New Art and Craft Beer Bar Opening in Greenwich Village

An FBI agent and an Actor walk into a bar… no wait, they opened a bar. That’s right, former Special Agent Don Borelli, and Actor, writer, producer Robert La France have teamed up to create Arts and Crafts Beer Parlor at 26 West 8th Street in Greenwich Village. The official Grand... - March 28, 2014 - Arts and Crafts Beer Parlor

Modern Wedding Joins Sydney Bridal Expo for Their 25th Birthday

On April 12 -13 at the Royal Hall of Industries, Moore Park, Sydney Bridal Expo will mark its 25th Birthday. They asked Modern Wedding to join the celebration in what is set to be their biggest expo yet. - March 28, 2014 - Modern Wedding

Win Cash and Prizes for Your Small Business in Central Florida

SCORE Orlando - Mentors to Small Businesses - announces contest and 50th Anniversary Celebrations. - March 27, 2014 - SCORE Orlando

Emeka Releases Debut Music Video, "Destination Anywhere"

"Destination Anywhere" is the new music video from "Training Camp," Emeka's debut EP. The video reveals a boxer's struggle with addiction and his fight to overcome it. Emeka is an Omaha Hip Awards "Best New Artist" nominee. - March 26, 2014 - Emeka Music

Creative Studio OneKreate Fuels Up Fashion Focus with the Announcement of Plans for New Studios in Two Fashion-Centric Cities

OneKreate, the booming South Florida-based creative studio at the forefront of creative content today, unveiled plans to further expand its fashion focus with the opening of two new locations and the hiring of key fashion industry executives. - March 26, 2014 - OneKreate

Gradeable Launches Digital Grading Mobile App

Gradeable, an online grading tool, launches a new mobile app that enables teachers to give students test results before they even leave the classroom. - March 26, 2014 - Gradeable

Winner from Hit ABC Show, Shark Tank, Aldo Orta Tells You What It Takes to be a Winner

An event for business entrepreneurship in Chicago. - March 26, 2014 - Exact Publicity

Legacy Innovation Group Opens Up Office in Grand Rapids, Michigan

Legacy Innovation Group - a strategic innovation consultancy - has opened its office in Grand Rapids, MI. The firm was founded by Anthony Mills, a seasoned executive with years of experience leading product development and innovation projects globally. The firm welcomes any size client and is available to work globally. The firm's web site is www.legacyinnova.com. - March 24, 2014 - Legacy Innovation Group

Luci Hawes Inks Deal with Properties by MERIT Inc

Luci R. Hawes born and raised in Tehama County California joins the local real estate professionals --Properties by Merit Inc. Luci has practiced Real Estate in the Red Bluff, Redding, and Chico areas since 2001. Her skillset includes buyer and seller representation for residential, farm and ranch properties. - March 23, 2014 - Properties By MERIT Inc

Mount Anywhere LED, Closing in on Final Days by Ridgeback Lighting LLC

Revolutionary crowd funding product involving LEDs on Kickstarter.com - March 22, 2014 - Ridgeback Lighting LLC

The Bikini Has Evolved. Shark Tank Entrepreneur Releases the Eight in One, Interchangeable and Reversible Swimsuit Called Sophie Versus Emily

Sophie Versus Emily are the eight in one reversible and interchangeable swimsuits. The bikini tops split at the middle and with a simple pull of a string each side of the top can be worn on the left or the right side creating 4-ways to wear each top. With four ways to wear the top matched with the reversible bottom SVE is eight swimsuits in one. Mix and match with the other bikinis in the collection to create hundreds of swimsuits! - March 20, 2014 - Sophie Versus Emily

Artica Proxy Provides Affordable and Easy Internet Securitization, Filtering and Optimization to SMEs

For a long time the preserve of large companies, Web Proxy, Filtering and Optimization has finally arrived for Small and Medium Sizes Enterprises (SMEs); Artica Tech proposes a powerful Filtering/ Hotspot solution at a market entry price. There are currently more than 60,000 systems actively in use. - March 20, 2014 - Artica Tech

WorkStraight.com Announces Free Account Level for Startups and Entrepreneurs

WorkStraight.com is informing startups and entrepreneurs of their new free account level with the same great features of paid accounts. WorkStraight is a provider of integrated cloud-based apps for businesses of all types. - March 20, 2014 - WorkStraight

Women Who Run It's Roadmap to Success

Find out how Jen Groover discovered her million dollar idea and learn Suzanne Evans' tips for making it to the top in this issue of Women Who Run It. - March 20, 2014 - Women Who Run It

Forex Models, LLC Announces Upcoming Indianapolis/ Louisville Forex Training Seminar

Forex Models, LLC, an Indianapolis based forex trading system development company, will conduct a 3-day forex training seminar in Franklin, Indiana, Wednesday May 14 through Friday May 16. The venue is conveniently located 30 minutes south of Indianapolis and 90 minutes north of Louisville. The... - March 19, 2014 - Forex Models, LLC

New Market Partners CEO Joy Randels Gets Coveted Tech Juror Spot at One Spark

"The Worlds Crowdfunding Festival" Selects Serial Entrepreneur and Industry Leader as Technology Juror for Upcoming 2014 Event. - March 19, 2014 - One Spark

dE ROSAIRO’s Contemporary Womenswear Debut Collection is a Hit with Retailers

Newly-launched contemporary brand dE ROSAIRO attracted a great deal of retailer interest at ENK Vegas and Coterie, the industry’s largest trade shows. The fall/winter 2014 collection received complimentary feedback from Saks Fifth Avenue buyers and upscale U.S. and international boutiques... - March 17, 2014 - dE ROSAIRO

Consumers Now Able to Quickly Locate All Professionals Needed for Real Estate Transactions and Anonymously Compare Best Quotes on New Reverse Auction Website

RateBid.com, now out of initial BETA testing and with a provisional patent filed, introduces people to mortgage lenders, real estate agents, and home inspectors in a unique way. The site requires visitors to complete a short form without disclosing any sensitive data. Loan officers, real estate agents, and home inspectors are then encouraged to engage into “bidding wars” between each other. Consumers stay anonymous while they watch the competition and decide who they want to follow up with. - March 16, 2014 - RateBid.com, LLC

STC Launches MedTech Boardroom Stimulator Program

STC (the Small Technologies Cluster) today announced the launch of "The MedTech Boardroom Stimulator" program, a free mentorship program for start-ups, SMEs and larger companies developing, commercialising and selling medical technologies. - March 16, 2014 - STC

Imperial County Set to Deploy Seismic Warning System's Earthquake Warning Technology Nation’s First Regional Alert and Notification System is a National Model

Imperial County Board of Supervisors approved a $250,000.00 thousand dollar award to Seismic Warning Systems, Inc. of Scotts Valley to deploy and maintain the nation's first regional earthquake warning system. This cutting edge system is the first to provide integrated solutions to protect critical infrastructure such as, schools, hospitals, and fire stations. - March 15, 2014 - Seismic Warning Systems

Enterprises TV Offers a Series on Utilizing the Cloud for Small Businesses

The informative cable television program reviews the benefits for small businesses of utilizing the Cloud. - March 14, 2014 - Enterprises TV

Innovation Direct™ Targeting Potential Licensees for Any Weather Umbrella Invention

An innovative new product designed to represent a highly functional enhancement of an often used product, the Any Weather Umbrella, has been developed by Elnora Vincent of Harvey, Louisiana. The invention's unique design renders it an umbrella that provides protection at any time of year and at... - March 14, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.

Peel Region's First Paperless Real Estate Transaction Platform Launched by RE/MAX Realty Services Inc. & DealTap.ca

The First Paperless Real Estate transaction process launches in Peel Region "Transactions on Rails." - March 12, 2014 - DealTap Inc.

MACs Women Perfect Pitch Event is an Opportunity for Creative Female Entrepreneurs to Win Cash for Their Business Idea

MACs Women Perfect Pitch Event will be held on Thursday, March 20, 2014 at the Villa Nova E. 65 1st St, Pelham, NY 10803. - March 12, 2014 - Bridget O'Brien PR and Events

Productra is Ready to Lead Your Company to Better Results

Entrepreneur and veteran creative Karim Muhtar has launched Productra, a product think tank or consultancy aimed at helping businesses improve their efficiency and effectiveness. Services offered by Productra: Product development consulting, brainstorming, idea & risk assessment, visitor... - March 12, 2014 - Productra

NAPW’s VIP Woman of the Year Was a Possible Candidate for President of the United States in 2012

Rayna M. Gangi, the National Association of Professional Women’s newest Woman of the Year, once tested the waters to become the first woman to head the most powerful office on earth. - March 11, 2014 - Empowerment, LLC

The End of the Wealth Advisor?...BP Analytics Says No!

According to Cerulli Associates Inc. more than one-third of U.S. financial advisers are planning to retire from the Industry within the next 10 years with 32% of advisors finding it difficult to find a successor. But the underlying question is, do we really need financial advisors anymore when there are so many online Wealth Management software solutions to choose from? - March 11, 2014 - BP Analytics

ReEmployAbility Reports Growth in Return-to-Work Program, Savings Through 2013

ReEmployAbility, the largest national provider of specialty early return-to-work (RTW) services and transitional employment programs, today published its latest Program Results Summary. The summary highlights the Transition2Work program’s key performance results for fiscal year 2013, as well... - March 11, 2014 - ReEmployAbility

Fran Briggs Releases Best of Winter Reading, 2013 - 2014

Authors showcase their talents, capture the attention of mystery, humor, spiritual, urban literature, romance, wit and wisdom. - March 10, 2014 - eMediaCampaigns!

MentionTribe.com Announces Public Beta Launch

Helping small business owners leverage the power of customer rewards, MentionTribe.com will launch into beta on March 15, 2014. - March 08, 2014 - MentionTribe.com

Print W2C Forms Instantly: EzW2Correction Now Support Data Upload Feature

Updated ezW2Correction software supports businesses by offering quicker data upload feature for W2 and W3 Correction forms. Test drive the W2C software demo at www.halfpricesoft.com. - March 08, 2014 - Halfpricesoft

Instant Rewards Updates Revolutionary App with Paid Surveys; Compatibility for iPad

Instant rewards App Provides Advertisers with Direct Insights and Consumers with New Ways to Make Extra Money. - March 07, 2014 - Flashpoint Media LLC

CommonBond CEO and Co-Founder Joins Ivy Exec’s Mentor Network as a Featured Mentor

Ivy Exec and CommonBond are pleased to announce that David Klein, CommonBond CEO and Co-founder, has joined The IvyExec.com Mentor Network as the Ivy Exec Featured Mentor for March. David Klein will offer career advice during a live interview on March 20, 2014. An audience member will be selected... - March 06, 2014 - Ivy Exec

Forget About Likes and Follows. Handshakes Are the New Way to Promote Your Business Online According to Swiss Website Plaudunt.com

Swiss-based Social Network Plaudunt.com has been designed exclusively for businesses. Members sign up with a business name, create a business profile and start interacting with other businesses on the platform by sending Handshakes (not friend requests) or via Broadcasts, Photos, Videos, Groups and much more. - March 05, 2014 - Plaudunt

MTR Gaming Group Executive Resigns - Pursues Social Gaming Startup

MTR Gaming Group Chief Marketing Officer, Fred Buro, recently announced his resignation and is pursuing a startup opportunity in online social gaming. To date, most US land based gaming companies have shied away from social gaming, notwithstanding its robust revenue stream and its contribution to... - March 04, 2014 - Fred Buro

Lookout Capital Announces Investment in Aseptia of Nearly $8 Million

Lookout Capital announces it has invested nearly $8 million in the Series C preferred stock financing of Aseptia, Inc., a Troy, NC-based food processing company that utilizes state-of-the-art technology. Aseptia represents Lookout’s 6th investment since opening its doors in 2011 and the firm’s fourth investment in the past year. - March 04, 2014 - Lookout Capital

DUECO Inc. Recognized with Wisconsin Governor’s Trailblazer Award

Award Recognizes DUECO as a Successful Third Generation Business Owned/Operated by Female Relatives of the Founder. - March 03, 2014 - Dueco, Inc.

eMediaCampaigns!, Charles Cary Releases, "Radiate the Brain & Change the Game"

Author readies for his 2014, "The Cure Tour" - March 03, 2014 - eMediaCampaigns!

Domestic Violence Survivor to Create YouTube Series on Women in Technology at SXSW

Ini Augustine overcame homelessness, domestic abuse, and economic misfortune to create SocialWise Media Group in 2011. She is Aspiring Businesswoman of the year 2013 for NAWBO, The National Association of Women Business Owners. She started her career with Dun & Bradstreet at the age of 15, and became the youngest Financial Data Consultant in the history of the company. - March 01, 2014 - SocialWise Media Group

Knipp to Lend Expertise to Housing Investment Forum

Wally Knipp Founder and CEO will be speaking at the FICON event March 3rd and 4th in Santa Monica. With the Buy hold and lease industry heating up again, Hedge fund companies and Investors come from all over to share experiences and where the market is going. What will be the next business model. Wally Knipp will share his expertise and draw on his production experience as well as the buy, hold and lease model. - March 01, 2014 - Knipp Contracting