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Lainie’s Way Celebrates Fifth Annual Neighborhood Toy Store Day on Saturday, November 8, 2014
Nationwide Shopping Event Encourages Families to Support the Local Toy Stores they Love. - November 05, 2014 - Lainie's Way
Shop Local Raleigh Lends Its Support to Small Business Saturday® and Drives Commerce to Wake County Small Businesses
Shop Local Raleigh and the Greater Raleigh Merchants Association today announced its participation in this year’s Small Business Saturday, taking place on November 29, 2014. Small Business Saturday is a day dedicated to strengthening the community by supporting local small businesses. Shop... - November 05, 2014 - Shop Local Raleigh
10 Community Colleges Earn $15,000 Grants at the 2014 National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship Conference
The Coleman Foundation has provided $15,000 grants to each of 10 community colleges at the 2014 National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship Conference, held last month in Phoenix, AZ. - November 04, 2014 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
England Retained the World’s Most Positive Country Title
England is crowned as the world’s most positive country for 2014, according to the annual global index published by Daily Positive (D+), an exclusive online media from Australia for positive news. In the fourth year of the award series, England topped the list of the world’s most positive countries for second year in a row. - November 03, 2014 - Daily Positive (D+)
Cushman & Wakefield Announces Sale of Tampa City Center for $128,125,000
Cushman & Wakefield announced today that its Capital Markets Group represented One Tampa City Center, LLC, a joint venture between Carval Investors of Minneapolis and Mainstreet Capital Partners of Fort Lauderdale, in the sale of Tampa City Center, a 38-story office tower containing 749,035... - October 30, 2014 - Cushman & Wakefield, Tampa Division
Real Estate Investors Following the Gas and Oil
Realty Group International is the first American real estate company to show a substantial presence in Cyprus. - October 30, 2014 - Realty Group International
Safety in Mission, Texas? It’s Safer Than Most Large Metropolitan Cities
Safety in Mission, Texas is a concern that many visitors have in mind. Well, safer than Honolulu, The Greater Mission Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce Mission, Texas as the 13th safest city in America! - October 30, 2014 - The Greater Mission Chamber of Commerce
Unique Indian Restaurant Opening on Water Street
Terry Espy, President of Momentum group, a commercial real estate brokerage and development firm, today announced the lease of 5 South Water Street, Wilmington, NC, a 4,584 sf restaurant best known as the Water Street Restaurant and most recently Delphina Dos. “We are proud to have... - October 20, 2014 - MoMentum group
Interactive Strategy Visualization Cloud Provider VIZMATRIX Launches Global Channel Partner Program
VIZMATRIX Founder and CEO Nancy Hopkins announced Friday it is launching a Global Channel Partner Program to rapidly expand its cloud services in the U.S., Europe and Asia Pacific. Independent consultants, consulting firms and businesses in multiple industries are invited to become channel partners. - October 19, 2014 - VIZMATRIX
Presensoft Achieves Global Presence
Presensoft adds secure, global data facilities to assist organizations in staying in compliance with FINRA, FERC, SEC, FCA and other local regulatory requirements. - October 17, 2014 - Presensoft Inc.
North Carolina Leaders to Launch New Economic Development Platform Promoting State's Global Leadership in Ag Biotech
North Carolina's Secretary of Commerce Sharon Allred Decker and Commissioner of Agriculture Steve Troxler to unveil state's new name for ag biotechnology at press conference and launch event, Wednesday, November 5. - October 17, 2014 - North Carolina Biotechnology Center
Voices.com Embarks on $3.6-Million Project with Federal Government Support
The first full-service online marketplace of its kind, Voices.com has been awarded funding from the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario) through the Investing in Business Growth and Productivity (IBGP) initiative. It was formally announced today that Voices.com... - October 17, 2014 - Voices.com
"Emerging Markets Report" is Available for Download
Brazilian publisher AVEC is releasing the study "Emerging Markets Report" this October 2014, from author Paulo Vicente Alves, Professor at Fundação Dom Cabral (FDC) in Brazil, one of the top ranked business schools in the world. Paulo Alves has a D.Sc. Degree in... - October 17, 2014 - AVEC EDITORA
Sacro Capital Group Recently Launched a New Program That Delivers Low Risk Investments with Guaranteed Yields
Sacro Capital Group has just launched a program that delivers low risk investments with yields of up to 25% per year to private investors through guaranteed bonds. - October 16, 2014 - Sacro Capital Group
zIngenuity Announces Quality Control and Contract Underwriting Guaranty
zIngenuity, Inc. (www.zingenuity.com) announces Cost-Free Buyback Defense and 5x Money-Back Guaranty on all loans it reviews in the pre- and post-closing quality assurance and quality control process or contract underwrites. zIngenuity -- an established provider of contract underwriting, quality... - October 15, 2014 - zIngenuity, Inc.
"America's Comparative Advantage" by Dr Joseph S Maresca, April/2014 Available Now on Amazon/Kindle Publishing
"America's Comparative Advantage" authored by Dr. Joseph S Maresca is about the areas where the United States has a comparative economic advantage. This ebook should appeal broadly to economists, government policy makers, private industry, educators and students everywhere. Dr.Joseph S. Maresca is an author and a Hall of Fame Reviewer on Amazon. He is a Certified Public Accountant and Certified Information Systems Auditor. - October 13, 2014 - Dr Joseph S Maresca
Record Turnout, Job Openings at Marlborough Works! Job Fair
Attendance, job numbers up from 2013, with newcomers like GE Healthcare and Quest Diagnostics - October 10, 2014 - Marlborough Economic Development Corporation
Avionte Staffing Software Named Finalist for 15th Annual Minnesota Tekne Award
Eagan-based staffing software provider named among Minnesota technology leaders. - October 03, 2014 - Avionte Staffing Software
Why Today’s Istanbul is Attractive to Non-Resident Turkish and Arab Investors
Turks and Middle Eastern citizens based around the world, including the Americas, who are looking for global investment opportunities could be missing out by not considering modern-day Istanbul and wider Turkey, said Turkey property specialist Spot Blue International Property in... - September 29, 2014 - Spot Blue International Property
Asset Connectors Benefits the Economy - Companies Using Asset Connectors Provides Assistance in Benefiting the Economy from All Walks of Life
Asset Connectors Receive Praise for Stimulating the Economy. - September 26, 2014 - Asset Connectors
"Adam Smith Fast Forwarded To The Twenty First Century," 9/2014 by Dr Joseph S Maresca on Amazon/Kindle
The book reduces the complexity and length of writings like "The Wealth of Nations" by Adam Smith to a manageable form for readers. In addition, the book explains how Smith's writings apply to today's global economy. - September 26, 2014 - Dr Joseph S Maresca
"How Prosperity Returns" 2014 by Dr Joseph S Maresca on Amazon/Kindle
"How Prosperity Returns" by Dr. Joseph S. Maresca explains unique strategies for restoring prosperity in America since the '08 crash and Great Recession. - September 19, 2014 - Dr Joseph S Maresca
Latino Business Ownership Can Actually Lead in the Redirection of This Uncertain Economy
Latino Business Ownership Can Actually Lead in the Redirection of this Uncertain Economy - In The Leadership Shift: The Strategic Positioning of Latino Business Leaders book event Dr. Nilda Perez will discuss how the shift is repositioning Latino business owners in the forefront of change. She details the importance of understanding trends can have an impact on today's Latino business leader. - September 17, 2014 - Foresight Strategies Group
Social Media's Model is Revamped by 2bware.com's "National Focus" Platform
Designed as an issue-oriented community to address individual rights and personal freedoms, the venture integrates Christian-based ethical and moral standards with like-minded SME businesses, to focus on our nation's value structure and disquieting societal issues. - September 16, 2014 - 2BWARE Inc.
Getting Money Smart Reports How to Retire on $500,000
Upstart website GettingMoneySmart.com reports on how to retire on $500,000. - September 13, 2014 - Getting Money Smart
Richard Deane Terrell Was Recognized by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals for His Accomplishments in the Field of Econometrics
Richard Deane Terrell was featured in Times Square, New York City on Friday, August 1, 2014 in honor of his excellence in one of his chosen fields, in particular Econometrics. - September 12, 2014 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
CommLab India Celebrates 14 Years of Success with a Special E-learning Offer
CommLab India is celebrating 14 years of providing eLearning services to its global customers. It has grown over the years to a leading eLearning services company developing highly interactive online learning courses for organizations, including start-up companies and large enterprises since 2000. - September 03, 2014 - CommLab India
Beacon Insurance Group Expands Coastal Homeowner’s Insurance Offerings
Provides Competitive Homeowners Insurance Options for Clients and Prospects - August 28, 2014 - Beacon Insurance Group, Inc.
Lumber and Log Imports to China Slowed in Early 2014 But Picked Up in the 2Q to Reach Close to Record Highs
Wood buyers in China were more active in the late spring after a slowdown during the winter months. This resulted in increased importation of logs and lumber during the 2Q, reports the Wood Resource Quarterly. The biggest gains were in lumber from Russia and softwood logs from New Zealand. - August 18, 2014 - Wood Resources International LLC
Log Exports from Canada and the US to Asia Have Increased This Year with the Shipment from the US South Being 130% Higher Than in 2013
North America continues to supply China, Japan and other Asian countries with logs for their forest products sectors. Log exports from the US and Canada in the 1Q/14 were up 14% from last year, reports the North American Wood Fiber Review, with shipments from the US South having increased the most. - August 09, 2014 - Wood Resources International LLC
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Paul L. Cerasoli as a Professional of the Year
Paul L. Cerasoli, of Chicago, Illinois, has recently been recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Neighborhood Revitalization. - August 06, 2014 - Strathmore Who's Who
Chicago-Based BSC Group Voted Best Finance Company by Inside Self-Storage for the Fourth Year in a Row
The BSC Group, a leading commercial real estate financing advisor and self-storage specialist is thrilled to announce they have been voted winner of the 2014 “Best of Business – Finance” award by the readers of Inside Self-Storage Magazine. This marks the 4th consecutive year The BSC Group has been honored with this award. - August 05, 2014 - The BSC Group, LLC
Announcing Orange Mattress Custom Bedding is Still Manufacturing Hand Crafted Custom Mattresses for Optimal Health and Sleep
Family business since 1902 still makes authentic hand crafted old fashioned natural mattresses and box springs in New Jersey. - August 05, 2014 - Orange Mattress - Custom Bedding
Lucintel Estimates Global Commercial Aerospace Seating Market to Register Moderate Growth over 2013-2020
During the period of 2007-2012, the global commercial aerospace seating market registered significant growth; however, in 2013-2020, it is likely to witness moderate growth and reach $3.5 billion. - August 01, 2014 - Lucintel
America’s Leading Ocean Freight Expert Reveals $650 Million in Hidden Cash for 40,000 Importers
America’s leading ocean freight expert has revealed that there is $650 million in hidden cash available for ocean freight importers. The VP of Supply Chain Finance of a medium U.S. retailer was thrilled when awarded $200,000 that took less than one hour of setup time. - July 30, 2014 - Ocean Audit Inc.
Richard Deane Terrell Has Been Recognized by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Richard Deane Terrell has been honored for his accomplishments in the field of Econometrics by America’s Registry. To highlight his excellence in his chosen field, he will be featured in Times Square, New York City on Friday, August 1, 2014. - July 29, 2014 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
TM Software Unveils Tempo Planning, Time Tracking, and Reporting Solutions for JIRA at Agile2014
Tempo’s agile software add-ons round out Atlassian’s JIRA platform, offering customers scalable product and professional services solutions to advance project management and productivity. - July 28, 2014 - Tempo
Plant Tour Reinforces Role of Colorado-Produced Products in Transportation Infrastructure
July 15 tour of Denver-area concrete pipe plant for state officials addresses critical safety, quality, budgetary concerns. - July 25, 2014 - American Concrete Pipe Association
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Richard Deane Terrell with Special Times Square Appearance
Richard Deane Terrell, of Yarralumla, Australia, has recently been recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Time Series and Econometrics. In honor of his accomplishments and professionalism, Professor Terrell’s image will be projected over Times Square, New York, on August 1st, 2014. - July 24, 2014 - Strathmore Who's Who
African Central Bank Data Now Available from AFED
Exchange Data International (EDI), a global provider of specialised financial information to market participants, announces the enhancement of its online African Financial and Economic Data service - AFED. The Service now includes African Central Bank economic data reported directly from... - July 23, 2014 - Exchange Data International
KOSBE Offers Small Business Association (SBA) Certification Programs Workshop
The Small Business Association (SBA) will host a certification programs workshop on Tuesday, July 22 from 9 to 11 a.m. at your Kingsport Chamber of Commerce. The event is co-sponsored by the Kingsport Office of Small Business Development and Entrepreneurship (KOSBE) and Small Business Development... - July 18, 2014 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
IFG Opens South Africa Master Licensee Office in Pretoria
The Interface Financial Group is pleased to announce the opening of their South Africa Master Licensee office in Pretoria. This new office represents another significant stage in the expansion plans for Interface. - July 17, 2014 - The Interface Financial Group
ADOMANI Adds Industry Expert Jim Reynolds to Its Board of Directors
The Board of Directors for ADOMANI, Inc. announced today the election of Jim Reynolds to its Board. Mr. Reynolds is a 13-year veteran in the school, commercial and transit bus industry, most recently serving as the President and CEO of A-Z Bus Sales of Colton, California. During his time with A-Z,... - July 14, 2014 - ADOMANI
Plant Tour to Underscore Role of Colorado-Produced Products in Transportation Infrastructure
July 15 tour of Denver area concrete pipe plant for state legislators will address critical safety, quality, budgetary concerns. - July 11, 2014 - American Concrete Pipe Association
Lucintel PESTLE Analysis of Greece: High Economic Risk Due to High Sovereign Debt
Greece’s economy is likely to witness modest growth over the next five years and reach an estimated $280.6 billion at the current price by 2018. The country has high economic risk due to higher amount of external debt taken from IMF and other countries during Euro debt crisis. Lucintel, a... - July 06, 2014 - Lucintel
Pa. State Senator Stewart Greenleaf Visits NewAge(R) Industries for Town Hall Meeting on ESOPs and Plant Tour
Tubing manufacturer and ESOP company NewAge Industries recently welcomed State Senator Stewart Greenleaf for a discussion on the benefits of ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) corporations and for a comprehensive tour of its manufacturing facility. The Senator met with several of NewAge’s employee-owners to learn how they view and value their ownership roles and how being an ESOP company benefits not only themselves but the company’s customers. - July 02, 2014 - NewAge Industries, Inc.
FBL Joins the Top 10 Accounting Firms in Quebec
Russell Bedford member firm grows from 130 to 200 personnel across Quebec, one step at a time. - July 02, 2014 - Russell Bedford International
Fitzgerald Coaching, Inc. Has Set More Than 20,000 Listing Appointments for Real Estate Professionals Nationwide
Fitzgerald Coaching, Inc., a Pittsford NY based company, has set more than 20,000 listing appointments for real estate professionals nationwide. Those same real estate professionals have earned millions of dollars in commissions selling homes listed as a result of Fitzgerald Coaching’s unique... - June 24, 2014 - Fitzgerald Coaching
Customers of Market Research Suppliers Identify the Best Firms in 2014
MarketResearchCareers releases the 2014 Annual Survey of Market Research Professionals ranking more than 100 market research suppliers. - June 24, 2014 - MarketResearchCareers
ReEmployAbility Achieves Record Sales, New Client Growth, and Continues to Expand Operations
ReEmployAbility, the largest national provider of specialty early return-to-work (RTW) services and transitional employment programs, announced today that it achieved record-setting performance results during fiscal year 2013. This brisk growth has continued throughout 2014. Much of this success is... - June 13, 2014 - ReEmployAbility