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Launching New Childhood Obesity Prevention Program
In an effort to reduce childhood obesity, Aetna Foundation has awarded a grant to the Health Institute for Preventive Care, Access, Research and Education (HIPCARE), a non-profit organization committed to improving health outcomes. On Sunday, March 18, 2012, 2-6pm the Health Institute will launch a program to Prevent and Reverse Obesity and Other-diseases via Families (PROOF) with a Free Health Expo at the Berean Outreach Ministry Center, located at 312 Hamilton E. Homes Dr., Atlanta, GA 30318 - March 11, 2012 - Health Institute for Preventive CARE
Mantra Technologies Opens Dedicated Mobile Apps Center of Excellence
Mantra Technologies (www.mantrasys.com), Alpharetta, GA-based technology Solutions Company, last week announced addition of its mobile development and testing center of excellence. - March 09, 2012 - Mantra Technologies
Atlanta's Peggy Still School of Music Announces Construction of New Recording Studio
Alpharetta facility will offer studio-related education and training, as well as a full suite of recording and production capabilities and services to students and the community - March 08, 2012 - The North Fulton School of Music
New Website Launch by La Gi to Provide Landmark Innovation in the Skin Care Sector
The new website, www.bodybylagi.com, offering skin care products and solutions is launched by a leading industry player, La Gi. According to many observers monitoring events from the sidelines, the approaches taken by La Gi will be very momentous in cementing the company’s competitive advantage in the healthy and beauty sector. - March 06, 2012 - GEMUITY
Gryphex Awarded Grand Winner for Innovation at 20th Annual MAX Awards
Gryphex has been awarded Grand Winner of the 20th Annual Marketing Awards for Excellence (MAX Awards) in innovation, marketing and market success among Georgia-based companies. Gryphex received the highest honor among 35 MAX Award entries from companies such as UPS, The Home Depot, Merial, Plaid Enterprises, and others. - March 02, 2012 - Gryphex
It’s No Mystery: Introducing DACRON® PureStuff™ Fiberfill
When it comes to pure white fill for a clean, crisp-looking pillow, consumers need look no farther than new DACRON® PureStuff™ 100 percent virgin polyester fiberfill. With no recycled content, DACRON® PureStuff™ fiberfill fits the description of what consumers want most inside... - March 01, 2012 - INVISTA
National AIDS Housing Coalition Elects Charlie Frew to Board of Directors
Jerusalem House today announced that its Executive Director Charlie Frew has been elected to the National AIDS Housing Coalition Board of Directors. The National AIDS Housing Coalition (NAHC) is an organization that focuses exclusively on the housing needs of people living with HIV/AIDS and other vulnerable people across the U.S. - February 22, 2012 - Jerusalem House
Montlick & Associates, Georgia Personal Injury Attorneys is Founding Sponsor of New National Anti-Bullying Organization and Kids' Club
Montlick & Associates, Georgia Personal Injury Attorneys, is Founding Sponsor of a new National Anti-Bullying Organization and Kids Club, in partnership with Children Without a Voice USA. The A4K, Ambassadors for Kids Club is a non-profit youth organization dedicated to keeping America's children safe. Membership is free to any child that joins the club and takes the pledge. The A4K Club teaches kids to use their voices to stand up and speak out when they see another child being bullied. - February 20, 2012 - Montlick & Associates, Attorneys at Law
GSN101: New GLBT Based Live Streaming Video Online Community
GSN101.com is the new GLBT video network that will bring non-pornographic community shows and events to your computer or mobile phone. - February 15, 2012 - GSN101
Shoot Hearts at the One You Love with Pocket Cupid for iPhone
Extrafeet Inc. today announced the release of Pocket Cupid for iPhone. Pocket Cupid shoots arrows at whoever or whatever you point your camera at. The target explodes with a halo of hearts. Pictures can be saved and Tweeted or posted to Facebook. Pocket Cupid is available in the App Store. - February 14, 2012 - Extrafeet, inc.
Top Black Officials, Dignitaries & Special Guest to Appear in Atlanta for Black History Month Parade
The Black History Month Parade is planned to celebrate the culture, history and accomplishments of Black-Americans in the United States and from across the globe. The Black History Month Parade is scheduled to take place in Atlanta’s historic MLK/ Sweet Auburn District home of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., the National SCLC headquarters, The Martin Luther King National Historic Site, Rainbow Push, Prince Hall Masons, 100 Black Men National headquarters and many other historic sites & businesses. - February 11, 2012 - Black History Month Parade, LLC
breensmith Blowin’ Up – But in a Good Way
The momentum continues at independent Atlanta ad agency breensmith. The company has added Andrew Keenan as head of client services and Benjamin Hill as interactive developer. Keenan’s resume includes stints at TBWA/Chiat Day, San Francisco, Los Angeles and DDB/Needham, Chicago. He is also... - February 10, 2012 - breensmith advertising
DOW Networks Announces Building of New Data Center
DOW Networks announced today that it will be designing and building a new data center to provide increased disaster recovery and redundancy for its call center services and international toll free numbers (ITFS) clients. - February 07, 2012 - AVOXI
Rev. Al Sharpton's Organization NAN Joins Visionary People's Business Development Initiative to Cross International Borders
On Wednesday February 8th 2012 at 11am Visionary People gives business owners the opportunity and knowledge to Engage International Commerce. The next episode of this popular Internet TV Show “A Day In The Life Of Business” brings four International Business Experts to deliver applicable knowledge on growth. With over 500 small businesses closing their doors annually, the economy needs this stimulation. - February 07, 2012 - Visionary People
Poetry Bar Launches On-Line Petition to Free Zhu Yufu
Poets twist the tail of the Chinese dragon to demand the immediate and unconditional release of imprisoned poet and democracy activist, Zhu Yufu. - February 05, 2012 - The Camel Saloon
Author to Speak at Humanists of Georgia Meeting
Scott Smith, author of "Legacy: The Secret History of Proto-Fascism in America's Greatest Little City," will speak at the Feb. 19 Humanists of Georgia meeting at Atlanta Freethought Hall. - February 02, 2012 - LegacyLaGrange.com
MyReviewsNow Online Shopping Presents the Finest in Luxury Watches
MyReviewsNow Online Shopping Announces a New & Exciting Partnership with Melrose Jewelers, bringing beautiful luxury watches and special savings to their loyal shoppers. - January 23, 2012 - Retail Solutions Advisors
Self Published Author Places as Finalists for "Best Books 2011" and Called a "Must Read"
Green Kitty, an educational book about Alzheimer's disease for 8-12 year olds, placed as a Finalist in Children's Fiction in USA Book News Contest "Best Books 2011." - January 23, 2012 - Green Kitty Book
Montlick & Associates, Georgia Accident Attorneys, Named Most Patriotic Business of 2011 by the Association of the United States Army
The Association of the United States Army has recognized Montlick & Associates as the recipient of its 2011 "Most Patriotic Business Award" in recognition of the firm's extensive ongoing efforts to support our troops. - January 20, 2012 - Montlick & Associates, Attorneys at Law
Alliance Hospitality Selected to Operate the 156-Suite Comfort Suites Atlanta Downtown Convention Center
Alliance Hospitality, a Raleigh, North Carolina based hospitality management company will operate the Comfort Suites Atlanta Downtown Convention Center in Atlanta, Georgia. - January 20, 2012 - Alliance Hospitality
View Point Health Serves Communities Online Thanks to New Website from Third Wave Digital
In late 2011 the Gwinnett, Newton, Rockdale County Community Service Board (GRNCSB) announced its decision to re-launch under the new name View Point Health. Like any re-branding effort, the team at View Point Health sought to create a unified presence for both the community and its employees and knew that going online was a must. To do this, View Point Health contracted Macon, Georgia-based web design and development company Third Wave Digital. - January 19, 2012 - Third Wave Digital
Helms Career Institute Spreads Goodwill Mission, Education Opportunities Online with New Website
Helms Career Institute, a division of Goodwill Industries, was established with the sole focus of creating an educational model that provides training in culinary arts, and other occupational areas. This unique educational program needed a web presence that allowed Helms Career Institute to attract future students, educate contributors and engage the community. To accomplish this goal they turned to Third Wave Digital, a Macon, Georgia-based website design firm Third Wave Digital. - January 18, 2012 - Third Wave Digital
Consensus Energy and Applied Energy Conservation Systems Announce a Merger
Consensus Energy and Applied Energy Conservation Systems announce merging to offer broader energy efficiency consulting, services and modifications for commercial and industrial clients. - January 16, 2012 - Consensus Energy
Meet Award-Winning Author, Theresa Roemer at Gift & Home Show in Atlanta
See Exciting Personal Products, Enter Draw to Win an iPad - January 14, 2012 - Kym and Theresa
Georgia Accident Attorneys, Montlick & Associates, Releases Free iPhone & Android Mobile Accident App
Georgia Accident Attorneys, Montlick & Associates, announced today the release of Montlick Mobile, a new application designed to help smart phone users in the aftermath of an accident. The free App gives iPhone and Droid users a checklist of actions to take, and makes it easy for them to collect information right on their mobile devices at the scene of the accident. - January 13, 2012 - Montlick & Associates, Attorneys at Law
The Crystalline Grid Releases Inexpensive Next Generation WiFi Superspots for Long Range Point-of-Sale Internet Access, Video Security, and Internet Telephony
The Crystalline Grid introduces NetBeacon™, a low-cost WiFi “superspot” that provides point-of-sale Internet access, Video Security, and Voice over IP (VoIP) over a distance that automatically grows up to a quarter-mile at every installation...with as little as a single Internet connection. This is introduced in conjunction with MobileDVR™, which turns any Android™, iPhone™, or iPad™ into a live video monitoring device with remote storage and text message event notification. - January 12, 2012 - The Crystalline Grid
John Foy and Associates to Launch and Take Part in Don't Drink and Drive Initiative for Safer Roads in 2012
Atlanta’s venerable law firm John Foy and Associates, a long leader in fighting for justice for citizens of Georgia, had declared 2012 to be the year of Safer Roads with its new company wide initiative against drunk driving. The Law Offices of Foy and Associates handle many cases and... - January 11, 2012 - John Foy & Associates
New Group Buying Site Offers Local Automotive Deals for the Average Driver
WheelsNeedDeals.com is a new group buying website offering local deals on automotive services and automotive products for the average driver who needs to maintain their car. - January 04, 2012 - Wheels Need Deals LLC
DOW Networks Experiences 320% Growth in Second Half of 2011
DOW Networks celebrated its 10th year anniversary in 2011 but the party really kicked into high gear in Q3 and Q4. Since May, the company has seen a 320% increase in managed numbers. DOW offers Call Center VoIP Solutions, Hosted PBX, International Toll Free Numbers and other telephony services to businesses around the globe. - December 21, 2011 - AVOXI
Celebrate “12 Holi-Daze of DACRON® Fiberfill” with DACRON® Brand
While the children are nestled all snug in their beds and visions of sugarplums dance in their heads (1), followers of the DACRON® brand on Twitter can celebrate the “12 Holi-Daze of DACRON® Fiberfill.” For 12 days, beginning Dec. 20 through New Year’s Eve, the DACRON®... - December 21, 2011 - INVISTA
Atlanta's Peggy Still School Excels in International Music Exams
Students lead Georgia, the world in Fall 2011 ABRSM exams. - December 16, 2011 - The North Fulton School of Music
John Foy and Associates Collecting Donations for Toys for Tots Program Through December 21st
John Foy is doing a donation to toys for tots, it will be 250 toys. He will be donating it on the 21st of December. They are raising the toys between now and the 20th. - December 14, 2011 - John Foy & Associates
Gluvana Gluten-Free Foods Launches Baking and Batter Mixes
Gluvana Gluten-Free Foods is pleased to announce the introduction of its line of gluten free baking and batter mixes for the foodservice and industrial food markets. “The food industry has responded to the growing consumer sensitivity to gluten with products that are indeed free from... - December 14, 2011 - Gluvana Gluten-Free Foods
Moondance Remembers Family - and Makes It Easier for Them to Make Memories This Winter
Local dance and dining restaurant in Suwanee, GA remembers family this winter and makes it easier for busy shoppers to slow down and enjoy the things that really matter this holiday season. Things like family, good food, and good entertainment. - December 09, 2011 - Moondance Lounge
Kelly Registration Systems Builds Software for Inspections/Investigations of Anhydrous Ammonia for North Dakota Department of Agriculture
Kelly Registration Systems will provide a solution to automate North Dakota's regulatory work in the inspection of anhydrous ammonia storage tanks and facilities. - December 08, 2011 - Kelly Products, Inc.
Insight Global Philadelphia Supports Philabundance
The Philadelphia office supports Philabundance for the second consecutive year. - December 01, 2011 - Insight Global
ClausKids.com Makes Christmas Magic with Hours of Online Fun
As the hustle and bustle of the holiday season is fully upon us, families are in search of an alternative to the chaotic department store crowds, and have found one in the form of the loveable, magical, wintry-wonderland world of ClausKids.com. With worldwide economic uncertainties distracting us... - November 29, 2011 - ClausKids
Atlanta's Strong Arm Attorney John Foy Launches New Interactive Website
In response to patron social and mobile attrition, the personal injury attorneys at John Foy & Associates PC deploy a new web platform compatible with blogging, comments, video and social media. The new site provides an accident checklist and personal injury articles. - November 22, 2011 - John Foy & Associates
Atlanta's Peggy Still School of Music Under New Ownership
Local Alpharetta businessman and music school founder team up for future success and growth. - November 18, 2011 - The North Fulton School of Music
Established Human Development Professional Releases Thought-Provoking Book: Who Moved My Nuts Inspires and Amuses
Who Moved My Nuts, which is somewhat resplendent of the popular Who Moved My Cheese, chronicles the life of the fictitious MyMy, a squirrel from Valley, Alabama who found herself having to embrace an unexpected change. Would she wallow in self-pity or find a way to make the best of what she had? MyMy resolved to make the most of what she had: her nuts, those internal elements that had the wherewithal to allow her to achieve anything she put her mind to. - November 17, 2011 - Who Moved My Nuts?
Visix Launches Free Monthly Digital Signage Webinar Series
Digital Signage software company focuses on providing free education and advice to give clients a better user experience. - November 09, 2011 - Visix, Inc.
Insight Global Holds Toy Drive for Toys for Tots
Insight Global hosts 2nd annual toy drive in 26 offices nationwide. - November 08, 2011 - Insight Global
Visionary People Joins the Efforts to Stop the Fail Rate of Small Businesses
The failing rate of Georgia's small businesses peaks at over 500 annually leaving the economy with fewer opportunities to be stimulated. Small businesses account for over 95% of US companies and supplies over 70% of the job market. Visionary People steps in, to assist in Stopping the Failing rate of Businesses on November 9th 2011 in Duluth Georgia. - November 05, 2011 - Visionary People
Author Jackson Baer Releases New Book on Biblical Interpretation Called "What the Hell"
Author Jackson Baer is pleased to announce the new release of his book, "What the Hell." This book discusses the Biblical interpretation of Heaven and Hell and what the author's view points are. - November 03, 2011 - Author, Jackson Baer
90 Day Program by Mom Entrepreneur Donna Marie Johnson Helps Mompreneurs Discover Their Social Media Marketing Sweet Spot and Expand Their Businesses/Ministries Online
Donna Marie Johnson is an experienced Social Marketing Strategist whose goal is to continue using her 15 years of marketing, technical, business writing and other business skills to support creative, wealth-minded, empowered mom entrepreneurs, so that they can continue blessing others with their creative gifting while building their family’s wealth and still maintaining life balance and sanity. - November 01, 2011 - Donna Marie Johnson Consulting
Kelly Registration Systems Develops Software Solutions for Washington State Department of Agriculture
KRS announces the expansion of its contract with the Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) for its feed and fertilizer, agricultural investigations and weights & measures programs. - November 01, 2011 - Kelly Products, Inc.
Just Released, One-of-a-Kind Study Aid for CBAP®/CCBA™ Preparation
BAMentor has just published their CBAP®/CCBA™ Workbook, a one-of-a-kind study aid aimed to provide an effective way to help Business Analysts study for the IIBA® certifications. - October 24, 2011 - BAMentor, LLC
Marketing Methods, Inc. Has Perfected "Viral Marketing" as a New Business Model
Promoting a product, artist, song, or product use to take a considerable investment of time and money. Now, the creative use of Social Networking, and it's platform - the Internet, can put you in front of millions of people, globally... virtually overnight. - October 20, 2011 - Marketing Methods, Inc.
Recorded Webinar Available to GACS Members to Help Meet the ADA ATM Compliance Regulations Due by March 15, 2012
GACS and CashTrans have partnered to make available a recorded webinar that reviews requirements associated with the Department of Justice, Americans with Disabilities Act released on September 15, 2010 and with ATM compliance by March 15, 2012. - October 17, 2011 - Cash Transaction LLC
ABS Introduces "iApproveIt" 1.0 for the iPhone
iApproveIt 1.0 for the iPhone allows managers, administrators, peers or other approvers to give "instant" approvals or rejections that are embedded in the process and forcibly adhered to by users. No longer do users have to wait for someone to approve an action with slow cumbersome email... - October 14, 2011 - A Better Solution, Inc.