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UrbanBound Named Finalist for hiredMYway.com’s Tech Top 10
UrbanBound has been named a finalist in hiredMYway.com’s Tech Top 10 contest, a new ranking for Illinois-based technology companies. UrbanBound's mission is to make moving exciting and easy through a user-friendly web-based technology. A number of companies were nominated for the inaugural... - August 16, 2012 - UrbanBound
Calling All Creative Innovators: The imaginibbles.com Online Shoppe is the Place for Entrepreneurs to Showcase and Sell Their Wares
The imaginibbles Shoppe has opened its online retail doors and has become a hub for entrepreneurs with innovative products and people looking for creative gift ideas. - August 16, 2012 - imaginibbles
Ideavibes and CATA Announce Survey Focused on Learning Attitudes and Willingness to Participate in the Crowdfunding of Start-Ups and Social Enterprises in Canada
Ideavibes founder and CEO, Paul Dombowsky, and CATAAlliance (Canadian Advanced Technology Alliance) CEO John Reid, announced today the launch of an attitudinal survey focused on determining what Canadians think about crowdfunding and their willingness to participate as a funder or a start-up /... - August 16, 2012 - Ideavibes
Shweta Jhajharia Wins Best Client Results Award at ActionCOACH Global Conference
Shweta Jhajharia, was recently honored by ActionCOACH with an award for Best Client results at its global conference in Beijing, China. - August 16, 2012 - Growth Idea
TEDxBayArea Offers Business Challenge Women-Owned Startups in Emerging Countries
Women entrepreneurs and businesses owners from the BRIC countries (Brazil, Russia, India and China) will be vying for the opportunity to present their business plans at the upcoming TEDxBayArea Women Entrepreneurs Conference, December 1, 2012 in Mountain View, CA. - August 15, 2012 - TEDxBayArea
IdeaCafe Celebrates Its 17th Birthday with a Redesigned Home Page and Brand New Grant Center
Idea Cafe (http://ideacafe.com), an established online community for entrepreneurs, announced the roll out of the completely redesigned home page and Grant Center. They both fulfill the site’s vision and commitment to help small business owners be more successful in their online... - August 15, 2012 - DevStart, Inc.
Beautiflea People Announces the Opening of the Beautiflea People Marketplace, an Open-Air Public Market in Oakland, CA
Beautiflea People Marketplace, an open-air public market is opening in Oakland, CA. The Beautiflea People Marketplace will bring food, art, culture, music and fashion together in celebration of the Oakland community. - August 15, 2012 - Beautiflea People
New, Free Video Training Offers Latest on Fitness Boot Camps and Fitness Trends
Everyone has an opinion about what works and what doesn’t and what trends are hottest in the fitness industry. In a free new online video, John Spencer Ellis and Kelli Calabrese discuss boot camps and other fitness trends. - August 12, 2012 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
Competitors Continue to Lose Ground to WestNet City Wi-Fi
Independent company offering low cost internet access becomes an overnight giant. - August 10, 2012 - WestNet
Software for Personal Trainers Helps Increase Profits, Improve Client Retention and Save Time
Specialized Fitness Business Ninja software for personal trainers helps boost personal trainer client retention and management. More details about the latest software are now available at http://www.softwareforpersonaltrainers.info/. - August 10, 2012 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
Local Mom Pioneering Software Development for Organizing Personal Health Records for Medical Emergency Readiness
A new personal health record computer software program created by a local Mom. Innovation by necessity. A new way for medical record storage. Software that creates organization for caregivers, seniors, families, individuals, retirees, and businesses. - August 10, 2012 - MIMI Medical
New Merchant Card Services Company to Change the Face of Card Services in Canada
A new Card Services company driven by a team of experienced industry professionals has come together to bring transparency, honesty and integrity to the card services business, and to create a new standard for the industry in Canada. Dominion Card Services was formed after a persistent pattern of... - August 10, 2012 - Dominion Card Services
Online Shopping Mall and Consumer Reviews Hub MyReviewsNow.net Spotlights Atlantis Resort and Casino Fall Sale
Consumer reviews hub and online travel agent MyReviewsNow.net’s promotes amazing Fall Sale at affiliate partner Atlantis Resorts and Casino. For a limited time, people who shop online will save up to 65%, plus enjoy credits on airline tickets and more. - August 09, 2012 - Retail Solutions Advisors
Get Creative to Get Ahead with Personal Trainer Marketing Strategies for Success
Offering a 28-day blueprint for personal training marketing and business success, a new website and program helps personal trainers get ahead in a tough economy. The program offers the latest creative personal trainer marketing tips. - August 09, 2012 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
Franchise Solutions Partners with Nova Gyms Fitness Center to Expand Franchise Locations
Franchise Solutions has partnered with the Nova Gyms Fitness Center franchise to assist them in reaching their development goals of opening more North American locations. - August 09, 2012 - Franchise Solutions
Franchise.com Partners with Patrice & Associates to Expand Franchise Locations
Franchise.com has partnered with the Patrice & Associates franchise to assist them in reaching their development goals of opening more locations across the United States. - August 09, 2012 - Franchise.com
Online Shopping Leader MyReviewsNow.net Promotes LoveSac Back to School Sale
MyReviewsNow.net’s promotes Back to School sale at its affiliate partner LoveSac. For a limited time, people who shop online will save up to 25% on LoveSac Sactionals. They’ll also enjoy free shipping and a lifetime guarantee. - August 08, 2012 - Retail Solutions Advisors
eMatchopolis Helps Nightclubs Survive and Compete in a Very Competitive Market
The nightclub business is strong and growing but only the savviest at social networking make it to profitability and success. According to nightclubbiz.com, 80% of the sales available in the nightclub industry go only to 20% of the establishments leaving 4 out of 5 nightclub owners struggling to... - August 08, 2012 - eMatchopolis
QuizCraze Movies Reaches Top 30 in the Apple App Store “Trivia” Category
QuizCraze Movies, a new movie trivia app, reached the Top 30 in the Apple App Store “Trivia” Category. The popular new app shares this position with the well known Logos Quiz, IMDb Trivia, and The Impossible Test apps. - August 08, 2012 - VZO Entertainment, LLC
City Gives Edge; Position-Tech Gains Traction
Position-Tech is making big waves in the sporting goods industry by revolutionizing the football replacement cleat, and despite the difficult job market it is creating jobs in the Chicago area. - August 08, 2012 - Position-Tech
“How to Become a Knowledge Worker” Offers Free Video Training on Working Less and Living More on Fitness Pro’s Website
A brand-new video training on “How to Become a Knowledge Worker: Get Paid for Thinking in the Knowledge Economy” is now available at http://johnspencerellis.com/how-to-become-a-knowledge-worker-get-paid-for-thinking-in-the-knowledge-economy/. Provided by fitness guru John Spencer Ellis, the video training teaches people how to work less and live more. - August 07, 2012 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
InternetReputation.com Announces New Program for Online Review Management
InternetReputation.com is proud to announce its new program for online review management. The online review management program features several key components that take the company’s services to the next level and meets the growing needs of internet users everywhere. With the new online... - August 07, 2012 - InternetReputation.com
Black Founders Brings the "Ideas are Worthless" Conference to San Francisco with Keynote Speaker Steve Blank
On September 6, 2012, Black Founders will bring their "Ideas are Worthless Conference" to San Francisco. Previously held in both New York City and Atlanta, the San Francisco conference continues the "Ideas are Worthless" theme which encourages tech entrepreneurs to rapidly move from idea to execution. - August 07, 2012 - Black Founders
Plug.dj Develops Ibiza Themed Party to Support BBC Radio 1’s Ibiza Weekend
Plug.dj collaborated with BBC Radio 1 to design and develop an Ibiza-themed room to support and enhance Radio 1’s annual broadcasts from Ibiza. - August 06, 2012 - Plug.dj
Online Travel Agent MyReviewsNow.net Spotlights Back to School Sale at The Luggage Guy
MyReviewsNow.net’s Promotes Back to School Sale at its Partner The Luggage Guy. For a Limited Time, Shoppers will Save an extra 25% when they Enter Coupon Code PACKLG at Checkout. They’ll Also Enjoy Free Shipping and an Unconditional 30-day Satisfaction Guarantee. - August 06, 2012 - Retail Solutions Advisors
Olympics Torpedo Crowdfunded Startups on Kickstarter
BYU MBA student, Bryce Craig learned this the hard way when he launched a tech organization invention on crowdfunding website Kickstarter, just two days before the opening ceremony. - August 06, 2012 - Bryce Craig
QuizCraze Movies – Now Available on the Apple App Store
QuizCraze Movies, a new movie trivia game app, is now available for free on the Apple App Store. The new app offers game players a fun alternative to Logos Quiz game and other popular trivia games in the market. - August 05, 2012 - VZO Entertainment, LLC
Albert Okura Will Present “The True Story Of Juan Pollo”
The San Bernardino Historical and Pioneer Society program met last night and Mr. Okura was the main speaker. - August 05, 2012 - Juan Pollo
Small Businesses Focus on Core Business; Sales Improve with Evaluation from Libratis Sales Solutions
Many small business owners struggle with balancing the day to day operations of their business, while trying to increase sales in the current economy. Finding ways to increase sales and improve profits while taking care of the core business is key. - August 05, 2012 - Libratis Sales Solutions, Inc
Modulemill.com Introduces the Virtual Startup Incubator and Announces Its Indiegogo Crowdfunding Campaign
Modulemill.com launches a crowdfunding campaign to finance its rapid web development and hosting platform, which also allow entrepreneurs to build core support teams around their projects. - August 05, 2012 - modulemill.com
Innovative Kids of America Project
Innovative Kids of America Project is a cutting edge exhibit designed to teach kids step by step on how to become entrepreneurs. This exhibit will be at fairs and livestock shows across the country. - August 04, 2012 - Innovative Kids of America Project
Instant Checkmate Shatters Target Growth Goal, Hits a Half Million Sales
Instant Checkmate’s astronomical success is evidenced by their latest achievement of gaining over 570,000 customers since the company’s inception in 2009. - August 04, 2012 - Instant Checkmate
B2B to NYC: Bash at Gansevoort Park
The first and only networking event that brings together small businesses and non-profits is coming to The Gansevoort Park Rooftop on Thursday, September 13, from 6:30 to 9:30. - August 04, 2012 - 3D Studios, Inc.
The Millionaire Makeover Tour Blows Into the Windy City
Loral Langemeier comes to Chicago for a special event. - August 04, 2012 - Live Out Loud
Franchise.com Partners with Lucille Roberts Womens Fitness to Expand Franchise Locations
Franchise.com has partnered with the Lucille Roberts franchise to assist them in reaching their development goals of opening more locations across North America. - August 03, 2012 - Franchise.com
MyReviewsNow.net Affiliate, the Billiard Superstore Launches Limited Time Countdown to Olympics Sale
Product Reviews Source Virtual Mall MyReviewsNow.net’s Affiliate Partner, the Billiard Superstore Offers Storewide Discounts on Huge Selection of Billiard Tables, Pool Tables, Supplies, Equipment and More. Shoppers Enjoy Price Protection Guarantee and No Sales Tax Outside of California and Tennessee. - August 02, 2012 - Retail Solutions Advisors
DITTOBLOX, the Modular Building Pods That Spark Creative Minds Launches on Kickstarter Crowd Funding Site
A creative dad designed a honeycomb shaped building block toy made from recycled milk jugs in the USA. Not designed to compete directly with other building brick toys, they encourage more open ended, imaginative play. - August 02, 2012 - DITTOBLOX
Cary Innovation Center Welcomes New Members
Ten New Companies Join Local Organization. - August 02, 2012 - Cary Innovation Center
Express Employment Professionals Opens New Location in Delaware County, PA
After researching franchise opportunities and businesses for sale on FranchiseSolutions.com, business seeker finds match with Express Employment Professionals. - August 02, 2012 - Franchise Solutions
CPX Interactive Launches Mobile Network, Moversa
Digital advertising company breaks out mobile display business, creates industry’s newest mobile advertising network. - August 01, 2012 - CPXi
MyReviewNow.Net Adds Discount Mobile Phones Leader Straight Talk to Its Virtual Shopping Mall
Latest Addition to MyReviewsNow.net’s Online Shopping Mall Targets Online Shoppers Looking for Discount Mobile Phones and Low-Price Cell Phone Plans Without a Long-Term Contract. - August 01, 2012 - Retail Solutions Advisors
Winston Ibrahim Becomes Executive Chairman of Hydros Bottle
Hydros Bottle LLC, makers of the Hydros Fast Flow filtering water-bottle, has recently undergone a change in leadership. The company is pleased to announce that Winston Ibrahim, formerly the Co-Founder and Executive Vice President of Business Development, has taken the office of Executive Chairman,... - August 01, 2012 - Hydros Bottle
Signalfire President Speaks at Lake Geneva Economic Development Corporation Breakfast and Learn Series
The Lake Geneva Economic Development Corporation (LGEDC) will host a series of free Breakfast and Learn events as part of their ongoing efforts to support local business development. Matthew Olson, president of Signalfire, a digital marketing and branding agency, will speak about various topics... - August 01, 2012 - Signalfire, LLC
Women’s Business Development Center “Teaming for Contracts” Workshop August 16 in Milwaukee
Designed for women-owned businesses in all industries who seek to grow their business and expand their capacity through partnerships to compete on large contracts. - August 01, 2012 - Women's Business Development Center
Online Shopping Leader MyReviewsNow.net Announces New Affiliation with FlowerDelivery.com
Online shopping leader MyReviewsNow.net has announced a new affiliation partnership with Internet flower delivery specialists FlowerDelivery.com. - July 31, 2012 - Retail Solutions Advisors
New Business Opens in the Village of Lynwood
The village of Lynwood is home to a new electronic recycling center. Lynwood Recycling is offering free pick-up or you can drop off electronics at there location: 21540 Lincoln Highway Lynwood, IL 708-757-7300. Lynwood Recycling Center caters to individuals as well as businesses and will recycle... - July 31, 2012 - Lynwood Recycling Center
Retirement-Toolbox LLC Releases New Video: How to Jump-Start a Tax-Free Retirement Plan
How to Jump-Start a Tax-Free Retirement Plan by leveraging low yielding assets like receivables & inventory to accelerate wealth building. How to convert an existing IRA, 401(k) and 403 (b) plan into a tax-free plan. - July 31, 2012 - Retirement-Toolbox LLC
MyReviewsNow.net Adds Vintage Music Collectibles Superstore Wolfgang’s Vault to Virtual Mall
Consumer Reviews and Online Mega-Mall MyReviewsNow.net’s Newest Affiliate Partner Wolfgang’s Vault Offers the Ultimate in Music Collectibles and Memorabilia. WVIP Members get Discounts and Extras included in the membership fee. - July 30, 2012 - Retail Solutions Advisors
Revolutionary Israeli Toilet Gets Gates Foundation Grant for $ 110K
Earmarked for homes in developing nations, the device needs no water and generates its own power to turn waste into sterile, odor free compost. An Israeli-invented toilet that needs no water and leaves no waste caught the interest of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, which awarded parent... - July 29, 2012 - Paulee CleanTec
New Blog Puts Parenting in Proper Context
New blog for any parent who is a little less than perfect. - July 29, 2012 - Less Than Perfect Parents