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New Instrument Enables Investors to Capture Income from Private Company Revenue Growth
Entrex Inc. announces the creation of a proprietary new financing instrument called Top-line Income Generation Rights Contracts, or “TIGR CubsSM”, which are designed to garner high current cash-on-cash returns from investments into growth-oriented private companies. David Weild, the... - January 24, 2008 - Private Company Index
Private Companies Keep Growing Despite Credit and Inflation Worries
The Private Company Index (PCI) gracefully crested to a new healthy peak amid loud Q4 concerns about a US economic slowdown and a possible recession. Company reporting for December 2007 revenue puts the index up to 961, a 1.7% increase over November. Conversely, the Dow, Nasdaq and S&P Small... - January 18, 2008 - Private Company Index
Place Trade CEO Named to NC Council on Economic Education Board of Directors
Sarah M. Place, President & CEO of Place Trade Financial, Inc. (Member FINRA, SIPC), www.placetrade.com, a full service discount brokerage firm based in Raleigh, NC, announced that she has been named to the NC Council on Economic Education Board of Directors. As a board member, Place will... - January 12, 2008 - Place Trade Financial, Inc.
Emerging Global Economies Driving Global Growth
Lombard Global has released their outlook on emerging global economies for 2008 as well as continuing global growth. - January 09, 2008 - Lombard Global
WDH Nationwide Mortgages Releases Its Thoughts on Why Now is a Good Time to Buy a New Home
New and used home prices have stabilized, interest rates have fallen, real estate has historically been one of the best investments, and this next year should present a good buying opportunity. - January 04, 2008 - WDH Nationwide Mortgages
Release of SAIL - Secure Automated Interactive Library
Background Investigations, public records research all ordered and managed through RMS's interactive system. - January 02, 2008 - FSE, LLC
General Informatics Managing Partner Named Senior Editor of Technological Forecasting & Social Change
Dr. Fred Phillips has been named Senior Editor of Elsevier’s international journal Technological Forecasting & Social Change. Published continuously since 1967, TFSC publishes peer-reviewed advances in technology assessment, forecasting, and policy. - December 27, 2007 - General Informatics LLC
Sister’s Business Partners Continue to Invest Resources, Time and Energy in This Inspired Community
FivePine Lodge, Ponderosa Lodge, Suttle Lake Lodge, Lake Creek Lodge, and Black Butte Ranch in partnership with the Sisters Chamber of Commerce represent a dedicated group of property owners that envision a powerful promotional impact by joining forces for their marketing plans. - December 15, 2007 - Sisters Chamber of Commerce
RNCOS Releases Report on Opportunities in Thailand Tourism Industry
RNCOS’ has released a report named “Opportunities in Thailand Tourism Industry (2007-2009)” report that gives an in-depth analysis of the present and future prospects of the Thailand tourism industry. - December 15, 2007 - RNCOS
No Sign of Relief for Texas Mortgage
Texas mortgage industry still reeling from the sub-prime fallout but some companies managing to stay on course with business objectives despite ailing industry. - December 13, 2007 - LoneStar Financing
Day Trading Guru David Marsh Launches New Web Site, Offers E-Mini Trading Course
For nearly two decades day trading guru David Marsh has been successfully profiting from the Stock Market. Last month marked the launch of his new web site and E-Mini day trading course “The Tick Trader®”, which he hopes will help newcomers learn from his mistakes. - December 07, 2007 - eminitradingstrategies.com
Virtual Assistant Deal with High Canadian Dollar
Virtual businesses based in Canada have to adjust to meet the surge in the Canadian dollar. - December 05, 2007 - Right-Hand-Man Virtual Assistant Services
Jim Rogers Blasts Chairman Bernanke in Hard-Hitting Interview with Jerri Lyn Ward on "I Object! Justice Examined"
On Thursday, December 6, 2007, an interview of the legendary investor, Jim Rogers will air on the radio talk show, "I Object! Justice Examined", airing on Right Talk Radio. Hear Jim Rogers blast Bernanke's recent statements before the Joint Economic Committee of the U.S. Congress made on... - December 04, 2007 - "I Object! Justice Examined"
Ransom Enterprizes Addresses Foreclosure Consulting Needs in Metro Areas
A bad news report issued to U.S. Conference Of Mayors, revealed that because of the foreclosure crisis some of the nation’s largest metropolitan areas will be hit hard in 2008. Predicting economic losses for New York to be 10.4 billion, Los Angeles 8.3 billion, Dallas and Washington both at 4 billion, and Chicago 3.9 billion. - November 29, 2007 - Ransom Enterprizes, LLC
New Training Courses on Solvency ii, UCITS iii and the Reinsurance Directives - from Compliance LLC
Compliance LLC today announced five new compliance web sites (for Solvency ii, UCITS iii and the Reinsurance Directives), and three new compliance training courses. - November 28, 2007 - Compliance LLC
CEO Positivity Waning and Private Sector Employment on the Rise
Based on a poll conducted by the Private Company Index (PCI) at the close of Q3, CEOs are feeling increasingly negative about the prospects for capital and debt availability in Q4 2007. At the same time these companies report the average number of full time employees to be at the highest level for... - November 27, 2007 - Private Company Index
Ed Marshall Enters Race for GOP Nomination with Unusual Campaign
Ed Marshall is a California MD who also runs a successful home staging business with his wife of 44 years, Linda, and their three adult children. He will not accept political contributions or salary from tax dollars. His stands on issues are uniquely interesting, and can be seen at MarshallYourVotes.org. - November 27, 2007 - Ed Marshall for President
SMU Cox School of Business Lists RMCN Credit Services, Inc. in Top 100
RMCN Credit Services, Inc. Ranked # 28 among Fasting Growing, Privately Held Companies in Dallas/Fort Worth Area. - November 19, 2007 - RMCN Credit Services, Inc.
Finding "Made in USA" Products the Easy Way
A website provides data to the consumer regarding what products are made in the US and where they can be purchased. The website www.madebyyankees.net has been developed to assist consumers in finding domestically made goods, fast and easy. - November 18, 2007 - Made By Yankees
Store Seeks to Add 1000 Sales Associates This Year
Unlike brick-and-mortar business, cyberspace is unlimited in size. Savings passed on to consumer promise a rosy future, says Stafford 'Doc' Williamson, President of Winfotech Corp. Denies recession imminent. Rumors of economic downturn actually fuel sales of low priced, high quality goods, especially if they offer equal quality to brand names. Firm seeks 1000 persons (though not “full-time-equivalent” jobs) to bolster sales for new online outlet. Aggressive pricing, thin margins are key. - November 02, 2007 - Williamson Information Technologies Corp.
Innovative "Woman Centric" Homes Help Builders Thrive
Utilizing unique woman-centric floor plans, specialized customer service training, evocative signage, website design and other focused woman-centric techniques researched and developed by Design Basics, nearly 70 homebuilders in 27 states have become Woman-Centric Matters licensees since the program’s inception in 2006. And as their competitors are feeling the effects of the historic housing bust, Woman-Centric builders have success stories to report. - October 31, 2007 - Design Basics
PinHawk LLC Launches Economics Research and News Newsletter
Daily Email Aggregates News from Over 200 Electronic Sources. The latest Economics Research presented in easy to read format. Trial subscriptions are available. - October 23, 2007 - PinHawk LLC
Entrex Private Company Index Featured at Fortune Small Business Growth Summit
Entrex CEO Stephen H. Watkins and President Larry P. Roches are attending the October 23-24 Fortune Small Business Growth Summit in Las Vegas, a program presented annually by Entrex strategic partner Gazelles. Representing the Private Company Index (PCI) which is Entrex’s proprietary market index that publishes a monthly measurement for overall revenue growth in the private sector. September 2007 Index results will be debuted at the event, including monthly index performance, the PCI Top Five - October 10, 2007 - Private Company Index
On-Site Shred Commences Operations for Greater Houston
On-Site Shred, a secure mobile document destruction shredding company, is now providing professional mobile shredding services for Greater Houston. On-Site Shred is locally owned and operated and provides service within a 60-mile radius of Houston. “We are extremely pleased to begin... - September 30, 2007 - On Site Shred
Mosnar Communications, Inc. Uncovers That Luxury Perception is Still in Demand
Luxury public relations and global marketing firm predicts strong buys for luxury economy - September 17, 2007 - Mosnar Communications,Inc
Record Times for Land Decontamination Process
Option Quest, LLC in cooperation with The Romanian Academy of Scientists announces an important breakthrough in land decontamination. Time cycles until the land is put back into the economic circuit for commercial or agricultural use is shortened to as little as 5-9 months. - September 08, 2007 - Option Quest, LLC
Subprime Mortgage Woes and Federal Bailout Not Needed
No matter where you turn today, if the news is about housing or mortgages, it seems as though everyone is in a complete panic and all they can talk about is the huge "subprime mess." For years LowVARates.com and LowFHALoanRates.com have been educating clients on why using federally guaranteed or insured loans is the absolute safest and most secure route to home ownership in the great Nation that we live. - September 08, 2007 - Low VA Rates
Global Warming Initiatives, Inc. Accepts Online Donations to Help Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Global Warming Initiatives, Inc., a 501 (c) 3 public benefit corporation, is now accepting online donations through PayPal to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions throughout the United States. PayPal is the most secure and trusted way to donate to Global Warming Initiatives. Global Warming... - September 06, 2007 - Global Warming Initiatives, Inc.
Perfect Host - Vietnam Tourism Industry Anticipates 4 Million International Trippers in ’07
Vietnam, a strategically positioned tourist destination, has recorded and is poised to post healthy growth in international tourist arrival in near future. China’s geographical proximity and flight initiation from US has spurred this growth. - September 03, 2007 - RNCOS
Robert Paisola, CEO of Western Capital, Explains How National Sub Prime Mortgage Defaults Are Expected to Hit All Time Highs and How to Protect Yourself
In the years 2005 and 2006, Sub Prime Mortgages were as easy to get as picking apples off of a tree. Now reality is hitting hard, as those Variable Rate Loans are coming to term. Millions of Americans are now locked out of the housing market. In an Exclusive Western Capital Review, it is estimated... - August 09, 2007 - Western Capital Financial Services, Inc
Foreclosure Activity Remains High in Los Angeles County
Foreclosures are a major concern in California, especially in the nation’s largest county of Los Angeles. With home sales in a major slump and prices remaining relatively stable, Los Angeles County is seeing increasing foreclosure activity in June 2007. LA-foreclosure.net is reporting 2,691... - July 27, 2007 - LaForeclosure.net
Samscreen Supports Upstate New York Economic Development
On July 24th, 2007 Samscreen representative Dale Sturdevant joined 100’s of other New York companies at the first ever “Going Global” event presented by the Cortland County (NY) BDC-IDA. This event was focused on producing more Upstate New York businesses with the capabilities of... - July 27, 2007 - Samscreen Incorporated
Paul Revere Rides Article Identifies Five Critical Issues to Assure Economic Well-Being and National Survival
Five critical issues that will shape the U.S.A. for your children and grandchildren, that our elected officials should be acting on - and aren't, are outlined in a Paul Revere Rides investigative report. - July 21, 2007 - Paul Revere Rides
Small Business Research Board Retail Industry Study: Taxes, General Economy, Costs of Energy / Fuel Greatest Concerns of Retailers According to Latest SBRB Study
Report indicates fewer than one-third of small retailers are considering expansion during the next 12 to 24 months. Owners to concentrate on providing more services, adding new products as well as improving staff training says report issued in conjunction with International Profit Associates. - July 20, 2007 - Small Business Research Board
Small Business Research Board Transportation Industry Study: Costs for Energy / Fuel Outpace Health Care Costs, General Economy as Leading Concerns
Report also indicates one-third of small transportation companies are considering expansion during the next 12 to 24 months. Owners will increase hiring, improve existing automation, expand at current locations says report issued in conjunction with International Profit Associates. - July 20, 2007 - Small Business Research Board
Small Business Research Board Auto / Vehicle Dealer Industry Study: General Economy, Taxes, Health Care Costs Greatest Concerns of Automobile, Vehicle Dealers
Report indicates fewer than 30% of auto and other vehicle dealers are considering expansion during the next 12 to 24 months. Owners to concentrate on adding locations and improving staff training and upgrading systems says report issued in conjunction with International Profit Associates. - July 20, 2007 - Small Business Research Board
Small Business Research Board Distribution / Wholesaling Industry Study: Taxes, General Economy, Costs of Energy / Fuel Greatest Distribution / Wholesaling Concerns
Report indicates fewer than one-third of small distribution / wholesaling companies are considering expansion during the next 12 to 24 months. Owners to concentrate on improving staff training says report issued in conjunction with International Profit Associates. - July 20, 2007 - Small Business Research Board
Dental Hygienist Hourly Pay Rates: The Wealthy Dentist Survey Results
Dentists report paying their dental hygienists about $36 per hour, according to a Wealthy Dentist poll. Many dentists expressed resentment over the high price tag of a dental hygienist. Location is highly correlated with hourly base pay, with urban California hygienists being paid twice as much as their rural Southern counterparts. - July 16, 2007 - The Wealthy Dentist
Small Business Research Board Food Industry Study: Taxes, Economy, Energy / Fuel Costs Now Leading Concerns of Food Industry Replacing Health Care, Government Regulation
Latest SBRB report indicates 29% of small food industry businesses plan to expand during next 12 to 24 months including enhancements at current locations and providing more services. SBRB report prepared in conjunction with International Profit Associates also shows businesses intend to invest in staff training and hiring. - July 12, 2007 - Small Business Research Board
Small Business Research Board Manufacturing Industry Study: General Economy, Taxes, Cost of Materials Greatest Concerns of Manufacturers According to Latest SBRB Study
Report indicates fewer than 30% of small manufacturing firms are considering expansion during the next 12 to 24 months. Owners to concentrate on improvements, additions to automation says report issued in conjunction with International Profit Associates. - July 12, 2007 - Small Business Research Board
Small Business Research Board Study: Owners of Food Industry Businesses Showing Improved Outlook Despite Concern About Economy, Revenue During Next 12 Months SBRB Reports
Plans for increased hiring drive improved food industry confidence index says SBRB report prepared in conjunction with International Profit Associates. - June 20, 2007 - Small Business Research Board
Small Business Research Board Industry Study: Manufacturers Predicting Greater Revenues, Expecting to Increase Hiring During Next 12 Months SBRB Reports
Manufacturing confidence growing despite concerns about economy says SBRB report prepared in conjunction with International Profit Associates. - June 20, 2007 - Small Business Research Board
Small Business Research Board Industry Study: Confidence of Construction, Contracting Business Owners Registers Third Consecutive Quarterly Gain
Owners of construction, contracting industry businesses look to increase hiring despite concerns about economy, revenue during next 12 months says SBRB report prepared in conjunction with International Profit Associates - June 20, 2007 - Small Business Research Board
Small Business Research Board Industry Study: Small Business Confidence Indexes Rise in Three Key US Industries; Owners Plan to Increase Hiring During Next 12 Months
Outlook for Construction / Contracting, Manufacturing, Food Industries improved during second quarter says SBRB report prepared in conjunction with International Profit Associates. - June 19, 2007 - Small Business Research Board
Omni Softgoods Goes Out of Business
Omni Softgoods, maker of fine futon covers, is closing its doors. - June 18, 2007 - LeBlanc Global
Small Business Research Board Study: Small Businesses in Canada Optimistic; Predict Steady or Improving Economy, Revenues Next 12 Months According to Latest SBRB Report
Businesses to focus on staff training, finding quality employees, improving or adding automation or technology to boost productivity says SBRB report prepared in conjunction with Integrated Business Analysis. - June 05, 2007 - Small Business Research Board
Indiana Bankers Association Endorses Winning Communities Program
Winning Communities, Inc., an Indiana-based community consulting company, announced today that the Indiana Bankers Association (IBA) has awarded the company its Endorsed Service Provider designation, and recommends its Certified Winning Communities™ program to its membership of more than 180... - May 31, 2007 - AimFire Marketing
Total Office Space in Belgrade Has Increased by 40% Since the End of 2005, According to New Colliers Serbia Research
270,000 m2 of total speculative inventory of quality office space in the Serbian capital say the international property consultants in their 2007 Belgrade Office Market Overview - May 09, 2007 - Colliers International Southeast Europe
www.RepairMyCreditNow.com Has a New Facility
http://repairmycreditnow.com purchased a 26,000 square foot facility in McKinney Texas. Due to explosive growth, the company decided to acquire the additional space. After incorporating in December 2004 with about eight employees, RMCN Credit Services, Inc. relocated from an 1125 square foot... - May 06, 2007 - RMCN Credit Services, Inc.
Dentists See Insurance Companies as Enemies: The Wealthy Dentist Survey Results
Nine out of ten dentists see dental insurance companies as enemies rather than allies, according to a survey conducted by The Wealthy Dentist. In the eyes of the average dentist, insurance companies exist solely to turn a profit and have little or no interest in actually helping patients or doctors. However, insurance does bring patients in, and few dental practices have the option of not dealing with insurance companies. - April 21, 2007 - The Wealthy Dentist