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Mark H. Wittow, Partner, K&L Gates LLP to Speak at KC’s Finance in the Clouds: Best Practices Live Webcast
Mark H. Wittow, Partner, K&L Gates LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ CLE/CPE event on Finance in the Clouds: Exploring the Best Practices Live Webcast scheduled on November 8, 2011 from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM ET. - July 29, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Interactions Corporation Secures $12M in New Funding
Interactions Corporation has closed a new funding round totaling $12 million. The round was led by Sigma Partners, with strong participation from North Hill Ventures, Cross Atlantic Capital Partners, and Updata Partners. Leveraging its innovative technology, Interactions has experienced significant... - July 28, 2011 - Interactions Corporation
Tax Professionals Help Company Secure Tax Exemption on First Aircraft
North American Retail Provider Very Happy with Sales tax Exemption on New Airplane - July 28, 2011 - Aero & Marine Tax Professionals
Professional Associations Super Reappoints J.P. Morgan as Custodian for the Fund
Following a recent review, Professional Associations Super has reappointed J.P. Morgan as its master custodian for a further three-year term. The company was reappointed on the basis of their strong performance in the past three years, with Paul Kessell, Chief Investment Officer of Professional... - July 27, 2011 - Kinetic Superannuation Ltd
More Than 300 Business Leaders Expect Employee Productivity to Increase by Sept. 30
More than 300 business leaders from across Pennsylvania expect their companies’ employee productivity will increase during July, August and September, according to a survey conducted in late June by Twin Cities Business. A total of 625 business leaders representing all industries and company... - July 27, 2011 - Atlantic Capital Trust, LLC
SWACHA Announces August 19 Webinar on Durbin Amendment
What: The final ruling of the Durbin Amendment issued by the Federal Reserve Board on June 29th includes 5 major provisions and will impact all debit card issuers. This seminar will cover the implications of these changes to ensure the adherence to new policies and timelines. When: Friday August... - July 27, 2011 - SWACHA
WikiLoan Announces Introduction of WikInvite to the Social Lending Network
WikiLoan has just introduced the WikInvite tool to the social lending site. The tool provides users with a platform to share their loan proposal with friends and family through: Facebook, MySpace, Twitter and with the use of an email address book. This new service will significantly increase the... - July 27, 2011 - WikiLoan
Survey Shows High Client Success Rate for Debt Management Program Created by CESI Debt Solutions
“Transparency Project” tracks four year success rate. - July 27, 2011 - CESI Debt Solutions
W Technologies, Inc. Commences Current Information Reporting on OTC Pink Markets
(OTC Pink: WTCG) - W Technologies, Inc. (WTCG) qualified as a Current Information status company on the OTC Pink Markets effective Wednesday, July 20, 2011. The OTC Markets website describes this status as, “OTC Pink Current Information identifies companies that make current disclosure... - July 26, 2011 - Corporate Strategies, LLC
Wallstreetunlocked.com Brings Subscribers Access to the World’s Financial Elite
A new website will give investors an inside look at the planning and tactics that Wall Street’s richest investors use to guarantee success. - July 26, 2011 - Wall Street Unlocked
Insurial Acquires Global Supplier Payment System for $2.3 Million
Insurial, a New York company focused on commerce facilitation services globally, announced acquisition of a global supplier payment system from a Seoul, South Korea based firm for $2.3 million. - July 25, 2011 - Insurial Americas, Inc.
Secrets of Traders LLC® Announces Trading Advantage’sTM July Promotion
Trading AdvantageTM is offering 25% off and more for their July Trader’s Choice Bulls or Bears Promotion. - July 24, 2011 - Secrets of Traders LLC.
Hotel Industry Stimulus Plan Unveiled to Increase Occupancy Rates in a Down Economy
Barter Media Solutions has announced today the roll out of a $200 million dollar stimulus plan designed to help resorts and hotels and Convention & Visitor Bureaus in today's challenging economy. - July 22, 2011 - Barter Media Solutions
Terrace Capital Spearheads $7.2MM Refinance for Multifamily Property in Atlanta, GA
Terrace Capital, Inc., represented an established, local multifamily real estate developer (MSC Investment & Management) in the refinance of Sierra Forest Apartments, a 272-unit class B, apartment complex located at 6660 Mableton Parkway in the city of Mableton, Cobb County, Georgia. The city of Mableton is located in the Atlanta Metropolitan Statistical Area and has a population of approximately 26,000. - July 22, 2011 - Trinity Street Capital Partners
Peak Leads Reaches Target Generating Over 100,000 Debt Settlement Leads Weekly
Peak Leads, a leader in debt settlement leads, announced today they’ve reached their goal of generating over 20,000 fresh debt settlement leads daily – a goal they’ve been working to achieve for several months. In the recent past, Peak Leads was focused on radio and mobile media... - July 22, 2011 - Integrated Direct LLC
CFA Institute Collaborates with IASeminars to Offer IFRS Training
CFA Institute, the global association of investment professionals, announces that it is collaborating with IASeminars, an independent global provider of training on International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), to jointly offer a comprehensive range of IFRS-related programs. “With the... - July 21, 2011 - IASeminars Ltd
The Fractional Consultant Launches New Website; Company Helps Fractional Real Estate Developers Secure Financing
David M. Disick, Esq., President of The Fractional Consultant announces the launch of his company’s new website of that name. The company helps fractional real estate practitioners secure equity and consumer financing for vacation home developments. Disick has a strategic alliance with a private investment advisory group within UBS, the large international banking institution. The group is interested in fractional vacation home opportunities at destination resorts worldwide. - July 21, 2011 - The Fractional Consultant
Texas Trust Credit Union Takes Part in the Planking Craze
Jim Minge, President of Texas Trust Credit Union, joins 32 employees in group plank on the front lawn of its corporate office. - July 21, 2011 - Texas Trust Credit Union
eGain Provides Selected Preliminary Financial Results for the Fiscal 2011 Fourth Quarter and Year Ended June 30, 2011
eGain Communications (OTC: EGAN.OB), a leading provider of cloud and on-site customer interaction software, today announced preliminary financial results for its fiscal 2011 fourth quarter and year ended June 30, 2011. Fiscal Fourth Quarter Selected Preliminary Financial Results • The... - July 21, 2011 - eGain Corporation
Gil Kerbashian Housing and Consumer Advocate Supports RealestateloanS.com's Consumer Education Efforts
Since the financial crisis started in 2008, Gil Kerbashian has provided free assistance to consumers seeking information regarding predatory lending, real estate and settlement practices. - July 20, 2011 - RealestateloanS.com
Enfinium Adopts ETRASS for eTrade Performance Marketing
Enfinium, the award-winning, global trading platform, is to adopt ETRASS from Network Media Services to spearhead its performance marketing strategy. ETRASS (eTrading Affiliate System Software) will enable Enfinium to extend its marketing program through affiliates, offering them a powerful suite... - July 20, 2011 - Network Media Services Ltd
Second International Seminar on Project Finance
November 8, 2011, Premier Palace, Kyiv: Second International Seminar on Project Finance, organized by IBcontacts company in participation with Atradius, the Netherlands, one of the most influential export credit agencies in the world. The Seminar with be held under the auspices of the Ministry of... - July 20, 2011 - IBcontacts
SimplyCast Closes Second Round of Equity Financing
Multi-Channel Marketing Platform Leader to Invest Funds in Global Sales and Marketing Expansion - July 20, 2011 - SimplyCast
Taipan Publishing Group Announces Its 2011 Money Crisis Survival Summit
Taipan Publishing Group, a leading financial research publishing service, is excited to announce its 2011 Money Crisis Survival Summit. - July 20, 2011 - Taipan Publishing Group
Patriot Software, Inc. Releases Affordable Payroll Software to Illinois Employers
Patriot Software, Inc. announces the release of Patriot PAY online payroll software to Illinois employers. Designed for American small businesses, Patriot PAY is an affordable, convenient payroll alternative that Illinois employers can use anytime, anywhere. - July 20, 2011 - Patriot Software, Inc.
Dividend and Income Fund Files for Potential Rights Offering
Atlantic Capital Trust, LLC announced today that it has filed a preliminary registration statement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission for a potential non-transferable rights offering by the Fund to its shareholders. The preliminary registration statement contemplates that the Fund... - July 20, 2011 - Atlantic Capital Trust, LLC
Group Benefit Services (GBS) Debuts the EBP Consolidation Program
Third Party Administrator Debuts New Product - July 18, 2011 - Group Benefit Services, Inc.
Freeman Owen from Financial Sources Inc. Receives "Advisor of the Year" Award by Vertical Vision Financial Marketing
The founder of Financial Sources Inc., Freeman Owen, recently received the, “Advisor of the Year” award by Vertical Vision Marketing. For over thirty years Mr. Owen has been assisting clients with protecting and preserving assets by lowering the tax burden of seniors, avoiding costly... - July 17, 2011 - Financial Sources Inc.
Global Managing Partner at IBM Global Business Services to Speak at CIO Finance Summit
The CIO Finance Summit team announced today that Sarah Diamond, Global Managing Partner, Financial Services, IBM Global Business Services will keynote at the upcoming technology event, August 21-24, 2011 in Scottsdale, Arizona. The CIO Finance Summit brings together C-level IT executives,... - July 16, 2011 - CDM Media
Laeken International to Focus Trading Initiatives on Commodity Futures in Asia
Laeken International, one of the most successful commodity futures and brokerage firms in the industry today will give more focus on its commodity futures trading initiatives in Asia. - July 16, 2011 - Laeken International
Rescue Capital Stresses the Need for Consumer Education
In these uncertain times, many individuals are selling their structured settlement and annuity payments for cash. With many players in the industry, savvy sellers have been getting multiple quotes in order to maximize the amount of cash they can receive for their future payments. Due to a recent merger, many individuals who thought they were getting multiple competitive offers may be in for a big surprise. - July 15, 2011 - Rescue Capital
Freedom Debt Relief Quarterly Comment: Revolving Debt Rises; Income, Unemployment Not Keeping Pace
Experts express concern about 5 percent rise in consumer debt. - July 15, 2011 - Freedom Financial Network
Forex-Metal Presents Forex Pip Value Calculator iPhone Application
Forex-Metal presents Forex Pip Value Calculator application, compatible with iPhone, iPod Touch, and iPad. - July 15, 2011 - Forex-Metal
FinancialForce.com Voted Best Cloud Offering in the EuroCloud UK Awards
FinancialForce.com is the cloud applications company. The focus is 100% on building business applications for Force.com, the world’s leading cloud computing platform from salesforce.com. Applications include Accounting, Billing, Professional Services Automation (PSA) and Services Resource Planning (SRP). - July 15, 2011 - FinancialForce.com
Kingsbridge Holdings, LLC of Lake Forest, IL Acquires Trilogy Leasing Co. LLC (“TLC”), of Cranbury, N.J. Nearly Doubling in Size
Kingsbridge Holdings, LLC has acquired Trilogy Leasing Co. LLC, a leasing services provider of new and previously owned technology equipment, increasing Kingsbridge’s Total Assets in excess of $420 MM and bringing the total original equipment cost financed in their portfolio to approximately... - July 14, 2011 - Kingsbridge Holdings LLC
Company Winding-Up Petitions on the Rise in the UK
The Business Sale Report, which provides information on distressed businesses, has released figures showing a 22 per cent increase in the number of winding up petitions lodged through the courts in the second quarter of this year, compared to the same period last year. These figures continue the... - July 14, 2011 - Business Sale Report
President Preckwinkle Creates Bond Team with Focus on Local, Minority Firms
Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle submitted the County’s Master Bond Ordinance yesterday as the government takes steps to restructure its debt and establish itself on a more sound financial footing. The ordinance was introduced and referred to the Finance... - July 14, 2011 - Cook County Government
Laeken International Commences the Formation of 24-Hour Trading Hotline Service Desk
Laeken International, one of the most effective commodity futures and brokerage trading service firms in today’s commodity markets that has been expanding business presence and service capabilities worldwide, has announced the possibility of completing the recently started formation of a trading hotline service desk. Upon completion, the hotline service desk which will serve global clients 24 hour a day will assist traders in their inquiries and questions related to their actual trades. - July 14, 2011 - Laeken International
FG Solutions International Updates Research and Managed Futures Divisions
FG Solutions International, a premier commodity futures and brokerage trading firm, which has recently started its business expansion worldwide, has announced the completion of its updates on Research and Managed Futures Divisions. The last update of the firm’s website and trading services were in 2007. - July 14, 2011 - FG Solutions International
Business Finance Named Media Partner at Knowledge Congress' Understanding the Orderly Liquidation Authority Provisions of Dodd-Frank Live Webcast
Business Finance will be KC’s media partner for its upcoming webcast entitled: “Understanding the Orderly Liquidation Authority Provisions of Dodd-Frank Live Webcast.” For more details about this event, please visit: http://knowledgecongress.org/event_2011_AuthorityProvisions.html. - July 14, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Hermes Capital Partners Delivers Capital Through Structured Project Finance
Hermes Capital Partners, LLC. of Los Angeles, is an independent private banking firm focused on a method of finance based on the merits and economics of a given project, rather than the rating and credit profile of the project's sponsor. This new program engineered and developed by Hermes is... - July 13, 2011 - Hermes Capital Group
The BSC Group Announces Record First Half
The BSC Group, LLC, a leading commercial real estate financing advisor and provider of debt and equity capital solutions, announces more than $75 million in transaction volume through the first half of 2011. - July 13, 2011 - The BSC Group, LLC
Online Financial Advisor Directory, financialjoe.com, Cites Investors Want Social Networking Tools
Financialjoe Gives Investors Social Networking Tools to Facilitate and Improve the Relationship with Their Advisors - July 13, 2011 - financialjoe.com
Kaufmann-Rothstein International Boosts Base Metals Futures Presence in Asia Pacific and Australia
After the successful base and precious metals futures expansion in Germany and Canada, Kaufmann-Rothstein International, a leading commodity futures and brokerage firm, have recently launched another initiative for the same products, this time, in Asia Pacific Region and Australia. Kaufmann-Rothstein International’s expansion initiative in Asia Pacific and Australia is in accordance with the demands from the leading investors from these regions. - July 13, 2011 - Kaufmann-Rothstein International
Bringing the World's Capital to You
SearchLight Ventures - an investment deal-sourcing firm headquartered in the US – launched operations in India, headquartering in the New Delhi area. Several founding partners relocated there to head up the company’s expansion into the Indian market. SearchLight Ventures is an online... - July 13, 2011 - SearchLight Ventures
Financial Services Inc. Now Offering Advice on Life Insurance for Elderly Retirees in Seminar Settings
Financial Services Inc., the financial planning firm specializing in helping seniors build their nest egg, is now offering advice on life insurance for the elderly in Clinton, Maryland. The seminars will be held on July 19 and 21st, both at 5:00pm at Stella’s Italian Restaurant. The topic... - July 13, 2011 - Financial Sources Inc.
Business Cash Advance.com Launches New Website Providing Easier Access to Small Business Funding
New site provides enhanced features including Quick Start Application, Live Chat Assistance and Social Media Networking - July 13, 2011 - Business Cash Advance.com
Lucky Strike Signs Definitive Agreements to Acquire Coal Properties in Mongolia
Lucky Strike Resources Ltd. (“Lucky Strike” or the “Company”) (TSX-V: LKY) announces that it has signed Definitive Agreements with five private Mongolian companies (the “Vendors”) to acquire 80 percent interest in six mining exploration licenses and coal... - July 12, 2011 - Lucky Strike Resources Ltd
Kaufmann-Rothstein International Sets Up Exclusive Trading Team to Focus on Japan’s Equities
In its effort to give more focus on Japan’s equities instruments, Kaufmann-Rothstein International, a leading commodity futures and brokerage trading firm, has announced the creation of a specialized trading team to exclusively work on Kaufmann-Rothstein International equity business growth in Japan. The initiative of creating an exclusive team for Japan’s Equities is part of Kaufmann-Rothstein International’s expansion and development of its international capabilities. - July 10, 2011 - Kaufmann-Rothstein International
Kaufmann-Rothstein International Names Head of Offshore Commodity Futures Trading and Sales
Kaufmann-Rothstein International a premier commodity futures and brokerage trading firm, announced today the launching of its International Commodity Futures Trading and Sales with a trading desk to be led by Dennis Cole. - July 09, 2011 - Kaufmann-Rothstein International