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The Queen's Entrepreneurs' Competition, Canada's Largest International Undergraduate Business Plan Competition, Taking Place in Toronto, Canada This January 19-21, 2012
The Queen's Entrepreneurs' Competition, Canada's largest international undergraduate business plan competition, will be taking place in Toronto January 19-21, 2012, welcoming top business students from around the world and representatives from firms including Google Canada, TD Bank Financial Group Wealth Management, ONCAP, IBM Canada, Manulife Bank, Level5, LoyaltyOne, Ricoh Canada, Dominion Voting Systems, Ted Zittell & Associates and Freshii. - January 12, 2012 - The Queen's Entrepreneurs' Competition
Start Up Company Decides to Keep Manufacturing in the United States
Royal Products USA and Steve Marden are pleased to announce that the start up company decided to keep manufacturing of their new product Royal Pedi in the United States rather than overseas. The company will be launching new and exciting skin care products. When choosing domestic manufacturing,... - January 12, 2012 - Royal Products USA
RichmondBUILD Receives $20K in New Equipment from Abatix Corp. at the Request of ehs International, Inc. to Support Green Jobs Training for Richmond Residents
Abatix provides new equipment and supplies valued over $20,000 to support the City of Richmond’s award-winning green jobs training program. Abatix is a full service distributor of quality products to safety, construction, environmental, marine, remediation, healthcare and energy... - January 11, 2012 - ehs International, Inc
Ground-Breaking Technology Takes Business Planning to a New Level
For the first time ever entrepreneurs can now use the ground-breaking 1-Click Submit to Investors® technology when creating their business plan or financial forecasts as part of the www.BusinessPlanWhiz.com business plan software program. Being an entrepreneur has always been an ideal for many... - January 11, 2012 - Business Plan Whiz
Small Business Bonfire Celebrates New and Improved Platform for the Small Business Community
The Small Business Bonfire (http://www.smallbizbonfire.com), a thriving online small business community for passionate entrepreneurs, has recently announced the redesign and re-launch of their rapidly-growing membership site. With more than 550 small business owners joining in the first 10 months,... - January 11, 2012 - Small Business Bonfire
Sponsorship Made Easy: Social 2 Business Has Launched a Website for the Sponsorship Industry That Simplifies Sponsorship
Social 2 Business offers a tangible and easy solution to seeking profitable and like-minded Sponsorship Partners. S2B is the first of its kind to service the South African Sponsorship Market. An online, proactive Sponsorship Connection, Resource and Education Tool, S2B offers a platform to... - January 11, 2012 - Social 2 Business
How Small Businesses, Nonprofits Can Cut Costs with Cloud-Based Email
Is your nonprofit or small business spending more than it should for email? Learn how to evaluate the options. - January 11, 2012 - Ventureneer
FitNews.TV Takes Advantage of Hot Mobile Marketing Trends to Make Work Easier for Personal Trainers and Fitness Pros in 2012
Taking advantage of the latest trends in mobile and online marketing, FitNews.TV can help personal trainers and others in the fitness business utilize social media for business success. In 2012, trainers and fitness pros can use FitNews.TV to expand their fitness business and clientele. - January 10, 2012 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
Fountain Square Brewing Co. Announces Its Grand Opening
Located in Historic Fountain Square, Fountain Square Brewing Co. is thrilled to celebrate its Grand Opening with a Winter Luau. Offering prizes for best dressed, hula hoop, and limbo in addition to serving up great beer! - January 10, 2012 - Fountain Square Brewing Co.
abi Hub Early Stage Sales & Marketing Strategies Workshop
Join Bob Good, CEO, Good Leads for a workshop on Early Stage Sales and Marketing Strategies-What’s involved in building a sales pipeline? - January 10, 2012 - abi Innovation Hub
@wiljr Releases "Stay In Contact"
Series of free short stories provide small businesses with technology solutions to support their growth and expansion. - January 10, 2012 - @wiljr
EditCopyProof Launches Fresh Website Catering to Niche Copywriting Needs of Evolutionary Entrepreneurs
The fast-growing segment of evolutionary entrepreneurs has a champion in EditCopyProof who caters to their unique copywriting and marketing needs. - January 10, 2012 - EditCopyProof
Stick-e's New Yoga Block Addresses Wrist Pain Resulting in the Perfect PlankTM
Stick-e® Products LLC recently started shipping one of its newest, patent pending, problem solving fitness accessories, the Wrist Saver® Block. Orthopedic surgeon approved and recommended, the Stick-e® Wrist Saver® Block is a 2-in-1 product combining the traditional foam yoga block... - January 09, 2012 - Stick-e Products LLC
Nashville's Entrepreneurs' Organization Recruitment Class is Largest in Chapter's History
The Nashville chapter of the Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO) added 29 new members in 2011, making 2011 the most successful recruitment year in the chapter’s 17-year history – and garnering recognition from EO Global as the second-fastest growing chapter in the world. EO... - January 08, 2012 - Entrepreneurs' Organization Nashville
The Spencer Institute Offers 2012 Trend Report on Corporate Wellness
The Spencer Institute recently published a 2012 trend report on corporate wellness. Trends for the new year include increased focus on education, small group coaching and more. - January 07, 2012 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
National Exercise & Sports Trainers Association Experts Predict Personal Trainer Trends for 2012
As the go-to resource for personal trainers across the globe, the National Exercise & Sports Trainers Association (NESTA) offers predictions for the top personal training trends for 2012. Organization experts predict a focus on small group training as well as more demographic-specific specialization, among others. - January 06, 2012 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
DMG Productions to Feature Excelerate on Upcoming Episode of Business Update
Forging an International Defense Community - January 06, 2012 - DMG Productions, LLC
DMG Productions to Feature BrightLine Bags, Inc. on Upcoming Episode of Business Update
Exploring Exciting Advancements in Utility Bags for Field Professionals - January 06, 2012 - DMG Productions, LLC
The Popular Adventure Boot Camp Fitness Business System is Expanding to More Markets in 2012
An effective and fun group workout, boot camps remain one of the most popular group fitness options available. To bring the fun of boot camps to more markets and cities in 2012, the Adventure Boot Camp business system will be expanding across the globe. - January 05, 2012 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
Entrepreneurship Program from “Starving to Striving” for Artists Debuts in Delray Beach Florida
Business training, coaching and funding for local artists comes to life in a program with a name evoking mixed reactions from the community. - January 05, 2012 - Rainbow Marketing Inc Dba Global Business Development Center
Closing Circle, the Investment and M&A Social Network, Opens in Europe on January 31, 2012
Social network aims to facilitate networking and improve visibility for dealmakers. - January 05, 2012 - Closing Circle
Morris Consulting Group Launches
In a tough economy and ever unnerving unemployment rate, more Americans are turning towards the option of starting their own business or growing an existing one. The Morris Consulting Group is committed to seeing that drive and innovation fulfilled to its maximum potential. - January 05, 2012 - Morris Consulting, LLC
Co-Founder of Square Jim McKelvey Joins LockerDome’s Board of Directors and Invests
Red-hot Jim McKelvey further positions upstart LockerDome for strong growth in 2012. - January 04, 2012 - LockerDome
The Official Adventure Boot Camp Exercise Drill Book Offers More Than 100 Boot Fitness Camp Workouts Ideas to Keep Clients Coming Back
Boot camps are both effective and popular from coast to coast. Now, the Adventure Boot Camp Drill book by Kelli Calabrese provides trainers and teachers more than 100 different workouts they can use to help their clients stay fit and committed. - January 04, 2012 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
Santa Rosa Mayor Supports Area Small Business Through Local Blog
Drop your business card in the designated "bowl" at the D'Argenzio winery located at: 1301 Cleveland Ave. Santa Rosa, CA. 95401 and enjoy a tasting while you're there! Your business may be one of 7 chosen by Mayor Oliveras at a separate event to be a "featured" local businesses for additional special promotions which includes, "Dinner with the Mayor" hosted by the D'Argenzio winery with Debbie Peoples-Perry writer of: CityofSantaRosaBlog.com - January 04, 2012 - CityofSantaRosaBlog.com
Bonneville International Corporation is Proud to Distribute The Steve Henry Show
The Steve Henry Show Saturday’s 12p-1p MST He's Successful, He's Done It Himself, He Knows... The Steve Henry Show is assistance for those who have the dream in their heart of starting their own small business, but feel before they take the plunge they need some expert guidance but don't... - January 04, 2012 - The Steve Henry Show
Indianapolis Based Junk Removal and Hauling Company Junk Dawgs Adds One Job
Inspired by the economic times, a local junk removal and hauling company has answered the call and grew their business by one by hiring an office manager. - January 04, 2012 - Junk Dawgs
Mixed Martial Arts Conditioning Association Launches New Facebook Page for Friends, MMA Fans, Martial Arts Trainers, Teachers
Recognizing the global importance and prominence of Facebook and social media and mixed martial arts, the Mixed Martial Arts Conditioning Association (MMACA) recently developed a Facebook page for members. The enhanced page and group now offers more educational information and ongoing updates for members. - January 03, 2012 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
Boyles Back in Business: Holding Company Announces Purchase of and New Plans for Carolina-Based Retail Furniture Brand
Boyles, the nationally recognized retail furniture brand, has been purchased by an investment group and will soon open a new store — Boyles Furniture Direct — in Mooresville, NC. - January 03, 2012 - Boyles Furniture Direct
FitnessWebGraphics.com Offers High-Impact Graphics for Personal Training, Fitness Boot Camp and Weight Loss Websites
Fitness pros and personal trainers who have their own websites can tap into the expertise at Fitness Web Graphics to develop websites with a splash. The site specializes in high-impact graphics for fitness and wellness sites. - January 02, 2012 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
Orange County Celebrity Interior Designer Predicts Top 2012 Interior Design Trends
Celebrity interior designer Kelli Ellis (HGTV, TLC, BRAVO) offers her predictions for the top interior design trends of 2012. The trends include greater use of color, changes in lighting schemes, use of texture and more for the new year. - January 01, 2012 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
The Spencer Institute Life Coach School Establishes Facebook Group for Increased Member Communication About Programs, Success Stories and More
To offer more communication and outreach opportunities for members across the globe, The Spencer Institute recently launched a Facebook page. The new online group is focused on communication about educational programs, member success stories, the latest news and more. - December 31, 2011 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
Forbes One of the Top 20 Most Influential Women for Entrepreneurs Featured Guest at January #smallbizpgh Twitterchat Melinda Emerson
Melinda Emerson will provide live answers and resources via Twitter for Pittsburgh Entrepreneurs. Influential entrepreneur and author, Melinda Emerson (@smallbizlady) will answer questions from local entrepreneurs via Twitter on January 17, 2012 between 7 pm and 8 pm in the third installment of... - December 31, 2011 - Building Bridges for Business
NESTA Expands Personal Trainer Education & Certification Workshops to Supplement Online Personal Training Certification
In addition to its wide array of online trainings, certifications and workshops, the National Exercise & Sports Trainers Association (NESTA) is now offering a variety of local, in-person Personal Fitness Trainer Workshops and Seminars. The two-day personal training workshops are provided by Training Made Fun. - December 30, 2011 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
NESTA Fitness Association Expands Facebook Group to Offer More Up-to-Date Information for Fitness Trainers, Nutrition Experts and Personal Trainers
Recognizing the prominence and growth of Facebook and social media in general, (NESTA) the National Exercise & Sports Trainers Association recently broadened its Facebook focus to assist its members. The enhanced group now offers more educational information and ongoing updates for members seeking fitness career growth and opportunity. - December 29, 2011 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
Atacora Essential, Inc.: A New Model for Social Entrepreneurship in Africa
Atacora Essential is creating a Fair Partnership business model based on building personal relationships with and conferring ownership to African collaborators. By revaluing indigenous resources, empowering women and promoting environmental stewardship, Atacora Essential is revitalizing rural African communities and bringing healthy pure botanical products to global markets. - December 28, 2011 - Atacora Essential, Inc.
L.O.I.S Kick Starts 2012 with Financial Focus Series
Five Business Experts to Speak on Credit Clean-up, Real Estate Marketing Magic, Total Domination Lead Generation, Getting the "Yes" you need and Judgment and Lien Properties: Webinars launch January on LearnOthersInsideSecrets.com - December 28, 2011 - Learn Others Inside Secrets, LLC
MyFitnessCompany.com Helps Personal Trainers, as Well as Fitness and Coaching Pros Build Their Business Through Effective Online Presence
The My Fitness Company website, www.myfitnesscompany.com, is designed for personal trainers, and fitness and coaching professionals interested in getting their business online both quickly and inexpensively. The site helps people find domain names, register sites, and get websites up and running. - December 28, 2011 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
The Matrix Mind Success Mentoring Website Now Offers Bonus Training Video and Content from “The Compass” Personal Development Movie
The Matrix Mind is a method for success that helps people learn more, earn more and experience more by harnessing the power of the mind. To help more people achieve this state, The Matrix Mind program website now offers bonus inspirational video from the movie, “The Compass.” - December 27, 2011 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
John Spencer Ellis Online Affiliate Program Offers New Income Opportunity for Personal Trainers, Fitness Pros and Fitness Enthusiasts
The John Spencer Ellis fitness affiliate program gives personal trainers, fitness pros and enthusiasts alike the chance to make extra money. Available online at http://johnspencerellis.com/affiliates/, the program provides passive income opportunities through promoting a variety of fitness products, workout programs and services. - December 25, 2011 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
NewProductHelp.com Tabbed to Represent Barnett Swing Invention to Industry
Brandy B., Arkansas resident and inventor, has contracted South Florida invention assistance leader NewProductHelp.com to represent her Barnett Swing invention to industry over the next 2 years. A simple yet innovative new product sure to appeal to both children and parents, the Barnett Swing... - December 25, 2011 - New Product Help, Inc.
Last Comic Standing Winner John Heffron Joins John Spencer Ellis for Free Online “Inner Heckler” Video Which Teaches Personal Trainers How to Succeed in Business and Life
The “inner heckler” is that voice inside your head that doubts, denies and denigrates. To succeed in the fitness industry or any other enterprise, learning to harness that inner voice for good can make all the difference; the free online Inner Heckler video offers tips on turning an inner heckler into an inner motivator. - December 24, 2011 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
“The Code” eBook Offers Expert Secrets to Lifelong Personal Success in Any Industry, Any Project, Any Goal
With input from more than 40 experts across diverse industries, “The Code” downloadable ebook offers top-notch tips to achieving goals and realizing dreams in any endeavor. The personal development book is now available online at http://www.thecodeebook.com/ - December 23, 2011 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
Pacific Timesheet Announces New SaaS Cloud Crew Timesheet Pricing for Construction and Field Services Customers
Cloud Crew Timesheets will allow for various licensing packages and lower costs. - December 22, 2011 - Pacific Timesheet
John Spencer Ellis Offers Free Video on Creating Your Own Fitness and Coaching Products and Programs
Fitness and personal development guru John Spencer Ellis now offers a free online video on how to create fitness and coaching products. The free online video is designed for personal trainers, group fitness teachers and coaches and available on his John Spencer Ellis website. - December 22, 2011 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
MTR Gaming Group Files for Ohio Gaming License
MTR Gaming Group, Inc. (NasdaqGS: MNTG) today announced that it has officially submitted its application with the Ohio Lottery Commission for a license to operate video lottery terminals ("VLTs") at its Scioto Downs racetrack. - December 21, 2011 - MTR
Fitness Guru John Spencer Ellis Offers Free Tips on Creating a WordPress Site for Fitness Trainers and Coaches
Creating a WordPress site can boost business and help fitness professionals build clientele. A free video on how to create an effective site is now available from fitness and personal development guru John Spencer Ellis on his website. - December 20, 2011 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
Finding Time’s Solo-E Certified Expert Offers Tips to Make More Time in the New Year
Heart-Based Time Management™ Expert, Master Coach and Mentor shares ideas as part of, It's About Time Week (Dec 25-31). - December 19, 2011 - Finding Time
Fitness Empire Formula Webinar on Making Your Mark in the Fitness Industry Now Available for Free Online Participation
A free webinar, “Fitness Empire Formula: Making Your Mark in the Fitness Industry,” is now available online. Offered by fitness and personal development guru John Spencer Ellis, the webinar focuses on getting started and succeeding in the industry. - December 18, 2011 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
MarketingAutomation.com Releases "Top 20 Small Business Friendly" Vendors List
MarketingAutomation.com released a report today listing their Top 20 List of "Small-Business-Friendly Vendors." The company looked at over 70 marketing automation vendors and narrowed it down to 20 vendors. - December 18, 2011 - MarketingAutomation.com