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The Natural Alternative to Toxic Products
New Soy-Based Products Clean Up - the Natural Alternative to Toxic Products - “Think Green” - October 05, 2007 - SoySafe Products, Inc.
DirectBuy Launches DirectBuyArticles.com
Online article database provides advice on home building, decorating and remodeling. - October 03, 2007 - DirectBuy
20 Year Sales Veteran Named ForceLogix Vice President of Sales to Drive Sales Performance Management and Sales Coaching Solutions
ForceLogix today announced the addition of Tim Hackett as its new Vice President of Worldwide Sales, with a focus to drive industry leading sales performance management and sales coaching to the marketplace. - October 03, 2007 - ForceLogix
World’s First-Ever Textbook on the Chemistry of Love
Building on the shoulders of Bacon, Newton, Goethe, and others, with their theories on amorous chemical affinities (the "force of reaction"), American chemical engineer Libb Thims tackles one of the world’s present-day greatest philosophical conundrums, “what is love?”, by writing the first-ever two-volume textbook on the chemistry of interpersonal relationships. - September 27, 2007 - Institute of Human Thermodynamics
Acellus Communications Announces Nationwide Internet Access CD
Acellus' Internet access CD makes a great premium give-away for companies and other organizations since it is a great item for just about any Internet user to keep handy as connectivity insurance or just to save money. - September 24, 2007 - Worldwide Internet, Inc.
Homebuyers Search and Compare Homes in Their Pajamas
While research indicates that over 80% of all home buyers start their search on the internet, they are doing more than just starting their search. With the second generation of real estate websites like www.ChicagoSuburbia.com, not only can future home buyers, start their search but the next generation technology allows them to perform sophisticated, side by side, comparisons of like properties. - September 24, 2007 - John Miller Charles Rutenberg Realty
The Numbers Don’t Lie: Clients See That Chicago Web Design Firm’s SEO Strategies Work
Whoast’s integrated Internet marketing strategies lay the groundwork for successful Web design in Chicago using search engine optimization – the process of increasing the number of visitors on a Web site by raising that site’s ranking in Internet searches. A higher ranking means more visitors, and more visitors means more sales. - September 21, 2007 - Whoast Inc.
AAA Galvanizing Realizes Double Digit Savings for Electricity
AAA Galvanizing selected Electric Control Services to provide an electric management system for their Dixon, IL plant. They were guaranteed an 8.78% reduction in electric use (KwH) but have seen nearly a 17% reduction in electric use. - September 15, 2007 - Electric Control Services, LLC
Yoga Stick-E Socks...for That Barefoot Feeling - Eco Friendly and Not Just for Yoga
Yoga Stick-e Socks have a unique patented design that creates a barefoot feeling. The socks have a hole for each toe to extend through so the toes remain exposed. The exposed toes enable gripping during exercise. Yoga Stick-e Socks are made from eco-friendly Bamboo fiber which is naturally antibacterial, deodorizing and cooling. The socks are great for all barefoot sports including Yoga, Pilates, Martial Arts, Dance and more. They even make great Pedicure socks. - September 12, 2007 - Stick-e Products LLC
Foreclosures in Illinois Increase 24 Percent in August
Chicago Foreclosures Lead the State with 2,162 - September 11, 2007 - Default Research Inc
Dr. Roger Kenneth Hershline PhD MD, CEO of Global Humanceuticals, Inc. Donates New Powerful Class of HIV Viral Drug
Dr. Roger Kenneth Hershline PhD MD, Chairman and Founder of CureHIV.us, agreed to provide samples of Global Humanceuticals, Inc’s NIAID#11039, a new powerful class of anti-HIV drug to clinical researchers. The drug is able de-activates the virus even if diluted nearly a billion times. - September 09, 2007 - CureHIV
R&A Crisis Management Services Offers Webinar on Supply Chain Resiliency
R&A Crisis Management Services offers a webinar on Supply Chain Resiliency on September 25. As with all other risks that the business community must face, it is essential that businesses ensure supply chain resilience. - September 07, 2007 - R&A Crisis Management Services
ArenaCup8 to be Settled on Sportexe Synthetic Turf
CenturyTel Center in Bossier City to Host af2 Championship Game - August 23, 2007 - Sportexe
Ingold Earns Sportexe Coach of the Year for arenafootball2
All-Time Winningest af2 Coach Wins League’s Top Coaching Honor - August 23, 2007 - Sportexe
Just Released Proof/Approval System for Creative Agencies, Design Firms and Print Houses
Overcome the common barriers and miscommunication possible in using paper or hard-copy proofs and trying to keep truck of all of that via email or old-fashioned fax proofing solutions. Most users found it painstaking, if not impossible, to utilize these applications into a useful solution to meet their business needs. - August 22, 2007 - Art Version
The Revolutionary Taco Rack -- “America’s Only Taco Cooking System” Hits the Airwaves in Chicago
The Taco Rack, by La-Cook-a-Rack-a, Ltd., America’s only taco cooking system hits the airwaves with an infomercial through The Shopping Channel Network (Lighthouse Point, FL). The infomercial that airs on Channel 34 in Chicago features the “Taco Rack Fiesta Pack”, which offers a... - August 17, 2007 - La-Cook-a-Rack-a, Ltd.
Jo To Go Coffee Customers "Save the Brew"
One specialty coffee drink connoisseur will win $500 Jo To Go Dollars and share their favorite coffee concoction with Jo To Go Coffee® customers nationwide as winner of the “Save the Brew” contest. The coffee drive-thru is accepting entries until August 14, 2007. Customers can visit the Jo To Go Coffee Blogspot to help decide the winner August 21st - 31st, 2007. - August 09, 2007 - Taco Flamingo | Jo To Go Coffee
LoganBritton Names Kerry Dano Vice President of Solution Architecture
LoganBritton, Inc., the leader in data-intensive solutions for 30 years, today announced it has appointed Kerry Dano to the position of Vice President of Solution Architecture. In this position, Mr. Dano is one of the key drivers of LoganBritton’s solutions business, with responsibility to... - August 07, 2007 - LoganBritton, Inc.
Amber Shadows and the Missing Wands
The Next Best Seller Worldwide. Enter a Magically Hidden World of Mystical Magic, Ancient Secrets, and Deadly Peril. - July 28, 2007 - Wendy J. Willett, Author
Bargain Tyvek® Protective Clothing Now Available Online from MPE
Getting the best – and cheapest – just got easier. MPE Inc., the world’s leading provider of economically priced Tyvek® clothing, including coveralls, aprons, jumpsuits, lab coats, suits, pants, shirts, biohazard suits, and other safety apparel, now offers its full line of... - July 27, 2007 - MPE, Inc.
Industry Veteran Ron Barker Joins LoganBritton
LoganBritton, Inc., the leading provider of data-intensive solutions for 30 years, today announced that Ron Barker has joined the company as Vice President of Sales responsible for the east and south central regions. “We have known Ron for many years, and are thrilled to have him join our... - July 27, 2007 - LoganBritton, Inc.
Quadcast Selects NM Marketing Communications, Inc. to Develop Branding & Reputation
QuadCast Inc., a producer of high quality aluminum, magnesium and zinc die cast products and services, has chosen NM Marketing Communications, Inc. to handle its marketing communications and business development activities. This includes generating greater awareness of the company’s brand and... - July 23, 2007 - NM Marketing Communications
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 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
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 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
Univedant Develops Knowledge Management Solution for Manufacturing Industry
Over the years, manufacturing companies have invested millions of dollars on multiple technologies and software tools for their engineering departments, in order to realize productivity gains and stay ahead of the competition. Unfortunately, in most cases there is little or no interaction between... - July 16, 2007 - Univedant Corporation
Univedant Launches New Innovation Framework for the Manufacturing Industry
Policy makers, academic researchers and industry experts cite innovation as the most important way of solving manufacturing industry problems. Univedant’s engineers and research staff have decades of experience in investigating and solving challenges faced by the manufacturing industry using... - July 16, 2007 - Univedant Corporation
Patented SpaceFrame Enables Use of Disposable ExpressLiner Ink Cups for Pad Printing
A patented ink reservoir system from ITW Trans Tech uses an aluminum frame structure to hold a polypropylene liner cup filled with ink to supply pad printing machines. The SpaceFrame™ unit secures the economical ExpressLiner™ ink cup, virtually eliminating the material cost of expensive conventional ink cups. The molded ExpressLiner design enables use of removable carbide or ceramic doctor rings with equal performance compared to existing techniques. - July 12, 2007 - ITW Trans Tech
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
Commonwealth Capital Advisor’s New Software System Simplifies Financing for Small Businesses
Expert System Enables Entrepreneurs to Control Their Own Financing at Low Cost. - July 02, 2007 - Commonwealth Capital Advisors
Small Business Research Board: Taxes, Energy and Fuel Costs Now Greatest Concerns of Construction, Contracting Businesses According to Latest SBRB Study
Report indicates 31% of small construction and contracting firms are considering expansion during the next 12 to 24 months. Enhancements to current locations, improved customer service cited as priorities says report issued in conjunction with International Profit Associates. - June 30, 2007 - Small Business Research Board
DirectBuy Celebrates 35th Anniversary of First Franchise
DirectBuy Continues Tremendous Growth by Opening New Showrooms and Design Centers Across North America. - June 26, 2007 - DirectBuy
Small Business Research Board Study: Taxes Now Leading Concern of Small Businesses Replacing Health Care Costs Which Falls to Fifth According to Latest SBRB Study
Report indicates one-third of U. S. small businesses plan to expand during next 12 months. Owners also intend to invest in productivity enhancements, citing improved staff training as their leading goal says SBRB report prepared in conjunction with International Profit Associates. - June 26, 2007 - Small Business Research Board
Strictly FX Joins Toby Keith on the Big Dog Daddy Tour
Live special effects company, Strictly FX, joins multi-platinum recording artist, Toby Keith, on the road for the 5th consecutive year. This time on the Big Dog Daddy tour. The show features over 200 pieces of product including: a 20 second gerb waterfall, a barrage of confetti streamers and... - June 21, 2007 - Strictly FX
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: 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: 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
Pain-Topics.org Offers Safety Tips for Avoiding Opioid Analgesic Risks in Patients with Kidney or Liver Disease
Opioid analgesics must be cautiously prescribed to avoid overdose, respiratory depression, and other adverse effects in patients with renal or hepatic dysfunction. A new evidence-based report from Pain-Topics.org provides vital clinical-safety guidance. - June 19, 2007 - Pain Treatment Topics
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
Honor Roll Announces Partnership with Scholarship Chicago
Honor Roll today announced the partnership with Scholarship Chicago, in an effort to help underserved students graduate from college and transition into productive careers. This alliance will assist HRO Corporate Affiliates recruit Diverse, High Quality Talent. - June 15, 2007 - Honor Roll Online, LLC
Nexus Distribution and MercuryGate International, Inc. Announce Implementation of MercuryGate’s TMS as Strategic Technology for Nexus
New TMS implementation provides collaboration and visibility through their customer’s entire supply chain. - June 13, 2007 - Nexus Distribution
Pain-Topics.org Addresses Oxycodone Safety Concerns
Contrary to negative reports in the mass media, with proper prescribing, appropriate risk management, and effective patient education, oxycodone is a useful and relatively safe opioid for pain management. - June 12, 2007 - Pain Treatment Topics
“Men Who Write” Featured at Sessions - Saturday June 9th 2007
Men who write is the feature for the June "Sessions" Events Sponsored monthly by 220 Communications and Little Black Pearl Art Design Center. - June 05, 2007 - 220 Communications
RevStor, LLC Unleashes Revolutionary New Software onto the Business Data Storage Scene
Digital storage is out of control. With the exponential increase in digital storage needs, by 2010 the total amount of data added annually could approach 988 exabytes, or nearly a trillion gigabytes. In response, RevStor, LLC (http://www.revstor.com) has announced the release of SANwarePro and SANwareSB. The revolutionary new software allows businesses to securely store their data using existing networks of desktops, laptops and servers. - June 01, 2007 - RevStor, LLC
Small Business Research Board Study: U.S. Small Business Confidence Index Rises 5 Points; Expectation for Improved Economy, Greater Revenue May Boost Hiring
Regionally, businesses in Northeast, South, Midwest have increased confidence, anticipate higher staff levels. Confidence level of businesses in Western U.S. ebbs and now more in line with rest of nation says SBRB report prepared in conjunction with International Profit Associates. - May 31, 2007 - Small Business Research Board
First-Ever Guide Available for Helping Patients with Intractable Pain
Pain Treatment Topics offers a new "Survival Handbook" for patients suffering the constant, severe, and disabling distress of intractable pain. Since this condition is often undertreated, this unique guidebook also is a “must read” for healthcare providers. - May 23, 2007 - Pain Treatment Topics
PR.com Creates the “Jenna Jameson Endorses Hillary Clinton” Story with Its Groundbreaking Jenna Jameson Interview
PR.com’s interview with Jenna Jameson creates nationwide headlines and late-night television material. - May 21, 2007 - PR.com
Power Equipment Direct Opens PEDplex
Power Equipment Direct - an online power equipment retailer - continues its rapid growth with the addition of a new distribution center in Bolingbrook, IL. - May 17, 2007 - Power Equipment Direct