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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
Pulpwood Prices in Western US Were Up Almost 50 Percent in 2Q/11 Compared to 2Q/10, While Wood Prices Were Unchanged in the US South
Wood costs for pulp mills in Western US have increased over the past 12 months, reaching their highest level since early 2008 in the 2Q/11, reports the American Wood Fiber Review. Pulp mills in the US South have slightly lower wood costs than they did in 2010, and continue to have the lowest fiber costs in North America. - July 11, 2011 - Wood Resources International LLC
Local Software Engineer Returns Home to Nepal to Prove That Power is Knowledge
Seattle software engineer Tilak Pun sets out to establish solar power for a school in his native village in Nepal. The project will provide enough electricity to power a classroom of computers, opening up a world of educational and professional possibilities for the students of Shikha Secondary School. - July 09, 2011 - Knowledge Mosaic Inc.
Trupanion Pet Insurance Offers Fourth of July Advice to Pet Owners
Pet insurance company Trupanion offers tips to help ease the stress that pets often feel during the Fourth of July. - July 04, 2011 - Trupanion
Lumber Demand is Increasing Worldwide and Has Resulted in Higher Lumber Prices in the 1Q/11 in the US, Japan, China and Europe
Last year global demand for softwood lumber increased by more than 10 percent after having hit a 50-year low in 2009. The rise in demand has pushed lumber prices in North America, Asia and Europe to their highest levels in ten months, reports the Wood Resource Quarterly. - July 02, 2011 - Wood Resources International LLC
MedicareSupplementalInsurance.com Launches; Aides Seniors in Finding Adequate Medigap Coverage
MedicareSupplementalInsurance.com (MSI), a leading online Medigap locator, launched last month with tremendous initial success and the mission to help seniors who currently receive health coverage through the government funded Medicare program find additional supplemental health insurance to cover... - June 28, 2011 - Medicare Supplemental Insurance
Trupanion Pet Insurance Informs Dog Owners of a Rare Case of Salmon Poisoning
A suspected case of salmon poisoning in a dog insured by pet insurance provider Trupanion is a rare but serious condition that can affect any dog owner. - June 27, 2011 - Trupanion
Blue Pond Media Releases New HD Video Offering
ACT—Art, Culture, Travel, original HD programming new to North America. - June 18, 2011 - Bue Pond Media
Datalight Announces Initiative to Support Latest JEDEC e•MMC Standard
Today Datalight announced an initiative to provide software support for JESD84-B45, Embedded Multi-media Card (e•MMC), Electrical Standard (4.5 Device), just published by JEDEC. - June 16, 2011 - Datalight, Inc.
Ereviewguide.com Empowers Web Surfers to Benefit from the History of Web Browsers
Learn from the tumultuous history of web browser development to boost your computer's security against Internet-based threats. Ereviewguide.com has released the definitive guide on web browser selection that effectively knocks the teeth out of security issues arising from bad browser selection. - June 14, 2011 - eReviewGuide.com
Trupanion Pet Insurance Offers Tips to Pet Owners in Case of a Hurricane
The summer months offer many great things, but for many parts of the country, it also brings the threat of hurricanes and other natural disasters. - June 13, 2011 - Trupanion
Ereviewguide.com Parental Controls Evolve to Block More Than Pornography and Adult Content
The biggest online threats children face today arise from social network sites. While many parents remain focused on blocking porn from their households they might be ignoring greater threats to their children's safety. - June 13, 2011 - eReviewGuide.com
RPI Wins Two Design Awards Presented by Graphic Design USA
RPI awarded Certificates of Excellence for Bespoke Stash Book and New Company Website - June 07, 2011 - RPI
Solar Energy System Created on Seattle Rooftop to Power Student Computers in Nepal
While it is a truism that “knowledge is power,” two local technology engineers have created a solar power system that will demonstrate how “power is knowledge” to a remote, mountainous village of Shikha, Nepal. The plan, “Solar Energy for Shikha School,” was... - June 03, 2011 - Knowledge Mosaic Inc.
Corengi Launches New Animated Video to Help Type 2 Diabetes Patients Better Understand Clinical Trials
www.corengi.com simplifies clinical research with new educational video and matching engine to help diabetes patients identify suitable trials. - June 01, 2011 - Corengi, Inc.
Prevent Data Loss with eReviewGuide.com Latest Data Recovery Software Guide
Besides data corruption and viruses/malware, human error is probably one of the most common sources of data loss. Ereviewguide.com released a data recovery software guide which helps users find the best recovery package that matches their particular usage patten and needs. - May 31, 2011 - eReviewGuide.com
Trupanion Sees First Claim for Javelina Attack
Pet insurance provider Trupanion recently paid an unusual claim – a dog attacked by a species of wild pig. - May 30, 2011 - Trupanion
eReviewGuide.com Nuance Releases PDF Converter Software for Mac OS X
Leading software downloads authority, ereviewguide.com releases their newest listing and review for Nuance PDF converter mac version. The review steps users through the differing considerations to keep in mind with Nuance PDF converter for Mac. - May 26, 2011 - eReviewGuide.com
Fine Solutions and Autonomix Merge
Two partners merge and accelerate position as the Pacific Northwest’s premier Microsoft® Business Solutions and SharePoint consulting and services organization. - May 25, 2011 - Fine Solutions, LLC
Rare Domain Name and Marketplace Chocolate.com is Up for Sale and is Available Exclusively Through Website Properties
Chocolate.com, one of the world’s most brand able and valuable domain names, featuring the largest online chocolate and chocolate gift marketplace, is being sold. This is an opportunity to become the world’s largest chocolate marketplace and become the leading online chocolate retailer. For more information, please contact the listing broker at WebsiteProperties.com. - May 25, 2011 - WebsiteProperties.com
eReviewGuide.com Exposes Moral Hazards Present in Data Backup Software
eReviewGuide.com's newly published Data Backup Software guide identifies key factors that defeat the effectiveness of some data backup software packages and helps readers prevent future data recovery costs and hassles. - May 24, 2011 - eReviewGuide.com
Join Iberian Traveler as "The Sun Also Rises" Over the Streets of Pamplona Once Again During San Fermín 2011
Iberian Traveler - Maribel's Guides, in association with Peña Seattle, are offering exclusive hotel packages for Sanfermín 2011 and the Feria Del Toro, the "Running of the bulls." - May 22, 2011 - Iberian Traveler
For Knowledge Mosaic, When Going Up Against Giants, Technology is the Great Equalizer
Once a start-up, then an upstart - and now positioned to be a game changer, Knowledge Mosaic Inc. releases the third version of its online platform today, continuing its tradition of creatively and flexibly applying advanced technology. - May 17, 2011 - Knowledge Mosaic Inc.
Russian Log and Lumber Exports Increased Substantially in 1Q/11, Thanks to Higher Wood Demand in China, Finland and Japan, Reports the Wood Resource Quarterly
The world’s largest log exporter, Russia, increased the shipments of logs in the 1Q/11 after having declined for four years, reports the Wood Resource Quarterly. Russian exports of softwood lumber have also gone up substantially, especially to China, Uzbekistan, Japan and Egypt. - May 16, 2011 - Wood Resources International LLC
Marlon Familton, LMHC Individual and Marriage and Family Counselor Located in Bellevue Washington, Has Announced an Office Relocation
Marlon Familton, LMHC Individual and Marriage and Family Counselor located in Bellevue Washington, has announced an office relocation nearer to Seattle Children’s Hospital in Bellevue. The new location is 1601 116th Ave NE, Ste. 102, Bellevue, WA 98004. - May 13, 2011 - Bellevue Family Counseling
Leah Koenig, LMHCA, Child Therapist and PCI Certified Parent Coach Located in Bellevue Washington, Has Announced an Office Relocation in Bellevue
Leah Koenig, LMHCA Child Therapist and PCI Certified Parent Coach located in Bellevue Washington, has announced an office relocation nearer to Seattle Children’s Hospital in Bellevue. Her new office is located at 1601 116th Ave NE, Ste. 102, Bellevue, WA 98004. - May 13, 2011 - Bellevue Family Counseling
Trupanion Named One of Best Companies with Work-Life Balance Beside Google, Netflix, and Others
Pet insurance company Trupanion encourages the bond between employees and their pets, and for that reason were named as a top company that supports work-life balance. - May 09, 2011 - Trupanion
Best Stick Vacuums List Published by Vacuum Cleaner Advisor
With millions of Americans gearing up for spring cleaning Vacuum Cleaner Advisor has announced its latest list of Best Stick Vacuums. The list features models by Hoover, Bissell, Eureka and Miele and includes both corded and cordless machines. - May 05, 2011 - Vacuum Cleaner Advisor
Knowledge Mosaic Offers Free Access to Upgraded Dodd-Frank Rulemaking Tracker
Knowledge Mosaic's newly upgraded Dodd-Frank Rulemaking Tracker offers powerful searching, customizable alerts, and vital resources all from a single page. This flexible tool is fully functional for all Knowledge Mosaic subscribers, a free version is also available allowing anyone to track rule changes and more. - May 05, 2011 - Knowledge Mosaic Inc.
Chiropractors Must Get Ready for HIPAA 5010 or Expect No Pay in 2012, Says Dr. Tom Necela of The Strategic Chiropractor
DC’s still have time to convert to the new HIPAA 5010 format for electronic claims submission. - April 28, 2011 - The Strategic Chiropractor
HealthSaaS Licenses Cloud Based Connected Outcomes Framework to Swedish Medical Center in White Labeling Deal
HealthSaaS today announced the licensing of their Connected Outcomes Framework to Swedish Medical Center in Seattle WA. Details of the white label project are not being disclosed at this time. Dr. Gordon Irving Medical Director of the Swedish Pain and Headache Center states, “Utilizing the... - April 27, 2011 - HealthSaaS, Inc
Apps Training from Boost eLearning is Now Available on the Google Apps Marketplace
Apps Training from Boost eLearning is now available on the Google Apps Marketplace. This enables organizations using Google Apps to access the training from the Google Universal Navigation Bar. - April 15, 2011 - Boost eLearning
Asia’s Increasing Demand for Wood Drives Sawlog Prices Up in the US and Canada, Reports the North American Wood Fiber Review
Sawlog prices in Western US were up about 20 percent in 2010 as an result of increased competition for logs from log buyers in China, South Korea and Japan, according to the North American Wood Fiber Review. Prices for logs in the US South and Canada also moved up last year, but at a slower rate. Sawmills in Western Canada currently have some of the lowest wood costs in the world. - April 15, 2011 - Wood Resources International LLC
Wood Costs for the Global Pulp Industry Have Increased 17 Percent the Past Two Years; Only the US South Has Bucked the Trend
Global market pulp production increased by seven percent in 2010, which increased demand for wood raw-material. As a result, prices for wood chips and pulplogs were up in most regions of the world, according to the Wood Resource Quarterly. The Softwood Wood Fiber Price Index (SFPI) has increased 16.5 percent the past two years, while the Hardwood Wood Fiber Price Index (HFPI) went up 17.7 percent. - April 13, 2011 - Wood Resources International LLC
Trupanion Pet Insurance Gears Up for Earth Day
Trupanion commemorates Earth Day by putting together a list of things pet owners can do to lessen the impact their pets make on the environment. - April 11, 2011 - Trupanion
Sammamish Plateau Water and Sewer District, Washington Selects NorthStar Utilities Solutions' CIS and Billing System
NorthStar Utilities Solutions is pleased to announce that the Sammamish Plateau Water and Sewer District in Washington has selected the NorthStar CIS application as its utility-billing and customer management solution. Using NorthStar CIS, the district will drive its efficiency initiatives, integration, and provide even more exceptional customer service. - March 30, 2011 - NorthStar Utilities Solutions
Importation of Logs, Lumber and Plywood to Japan in 2011 is Likely to be at Its Highest Since 2008 Because of Post-Earthquake and Tsunami Re-Building, Reports the WRQ
Japan is in urgent need of pre-fabricated houses and manufactured wood products in the aftermath of the earthquake and tsunami that hit the country in early March. Longer term, it can be expected that imports of commodity products such as plywood, lumber and logs will increase to this country, which is already one of the largest importers of wood products in the world, according to the Wood Resource Quarterly. - March 29, 2011 - Wood Resources International LLC
Blue Pond Media Brings HD Programming to Endavo Media’s Global Content Syndication Offering
Content Deal Allows Endavo’s Telco Partners to Deliver Blue Pond Programming via Telco TV Services to Consumers. - March 26, 2011 - Blue Pond Media, LLC
Rush Plumbing in Seattle WA Announces Launch of New Website
Trusted Seattle WA Plumbing Company, Rush Plumbing Has Partnered on New Site with Dallas-Based Advice Interactive Group. - March 25, 2011 - Rush Plumbing
Bit-Wizards Welcomed Into Microsoft Virtual Technology Specialist Program
Three Bit-Wizards Software Engineers Selected as Microsoft VTSPs - March 19, 2011 - Bit-Wizards
Former Moss Adams Wealth Advisors COO/CIO Mark Jaeger Joins Appropriate Balance
Appropriate Balance Financial Services, Inc. (ABFS) is pleased to announce that Mark Jaeger, CFP®, ChFC®, AIF® has joined the firm as its Chief Operating Officer and Chief Compliance Officer. In this role, Mr. Jaeger will be responsible for practice management, technology, finance and... - March 17, 2011 - Appropriate Balance Financial Services, Inc.
Dr. John Boudreau Joins i4cp’s Board of Directors
Renowned human capital expert will provide guidance and research insight as the company continues its rapid growth. - March 16, 2011 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
Pet Dentistry: Trupanion Covers Complications with Tooth Eruption and Exfoliation
Issues with the normal development of teeth – known as tooth eruption and exfoliation – are not often covered by pet insurance companies. Trupanion is one of the few that does cover these issues. - March 14, 2011 - Trupanion
Wood Pellet Exports from the US and Canada to Europe Reached 1.6 Million Tons in 2010, a Doubling of Shipments in Just Two Years
Over the past two years, North America has become a major supplier of wood pellets to Europe. In 2010, an estimated 1.6 million tons of pellets were shipped from the US and Canada to the Netherlands, the UK and Belgium, according to the North American Wood Fiber Review. This is a doubling of volume compared to 2008. - March 12, 2011 - Wood Resources International LLC
Rat Rod Rockers! (Go-Kustom Films Second Feature Film) Seattle Premiere and DVD Release Party at the King Cat Theater, March 26th, 2011
A rockin’ 800 seat event with an afternoon cruise-in, live music by Angie & The Car Wrecks and The Hard Money Saints, a meet and greet with the films director, cast and crew and actual hot rods and gassers from the movie, and an after hours Pin-Up & Burlesque Show Case put on by The Pin-Up Angels. Cruise-In starts at 2:00 PM. Doors open at 6:00PM. Bands start at 7:00 PM. Film screens at 9:30PM. Pin-Up Show Case at 11:00 PM. - March 02, 2011 - Go-Kustom Rekords & Films
Custom Software Development Firm Creates New Anti-Offshoring Group
New "No Offshoring" group promotes the benefits of employing US based software professionals as opposed to their offshore counterparts. - March 01, 2011 - Surge Consulting Group
Trupanion Pet Insurance Expands to Connecticut
Dog and cat owners in Connecticut now have a new option when it comes to pet insurance. - February 28, 2011 - Trupanion
Best Upright Vacuum List Published by Vacuum Cleaner Advisor
Finding the best upright vacuum can be a daunting task, especially given the large number of vacuum cleaners on the market today. Vacuum Cleaner Advisor has just published its Best Upright Vacuum list to assist consumers in their search for the right machine. - February 24, 2011 - Vacuum Cleaner Advisor
Global Trade of Wood Chips Was Up in 2010 After a Sharp Decline in 2009 with China Becoming a Major Importer, Reports the Wood Resource Quarterly
Global trade of wood chips was up 25 percent in 2010 because of increased production of pulp and paper products worldwide. China showed the greatest growth in chip imports with an increase over 400 percent in the past two years, as reported in the Wood Resource Quarterly. Australia continues to be the major exporter and shipped 11 percent more in 2010 than in the previous year. - February 16, 2011 - Wood Resources International LLC
i4cp Workforce Study: Temporary is the New Permanent: Are You Ready?
The upward trend of using temporary workers has been steady, but few have a firm handle on it. - February 16, 2011 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)