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2015 BAIPA Book Award Winner, The Golden Chalice of Hunahpu, Released as an E-Book
2015 BAIPA Book Award Winner, The Golden Chalice of Hunahpu, by William Vlach, is now released as an E-Book. This literary historical novel that Kirkus Reviews has called "...enthralling," and has been compared to "the great tradition of Miguel Angel Asturias," is now available in e-book form. - January 07, 2016 - William Vlach
Negotiations Are Finished. EU General Data Protection Regulation is Coming. Prepare Yourself Now.
After four years of intense wrangling for a uniform level of data protection in Europe, binding for each Member State, the chief negotiators of the European Parliament, the EU Commission, and the Council of Ministers came to an agreement on 12/15/2015 on the exact wording of the EU General Data Protection Regulation. The law firm of Kazemi & Lennartz Rechtsanwälte PartG is offering a range of training opportunities to companies already dealing with the new regulations at this time. - January 03, 2016 - Kazemi & Lennartz Rechtsanwälte PartG
The Grammar Diva's Books Support Better Grammar for the New Year
It is that time of year again when resolutions for the New Year abound: lose weight, stop smoking, get to the gym more often, be kinder to your spouse or your kids—yet a study done by Match.com online dating shows that the two most important characteristics of a potential date are good teeth and good grammar. Speaking and writing contribute as much to a person's image as his or her physique and dental work. - December 30, 2015 - bigwords101
JFC & Associates Appoints David Mass as Sr. Consultant
John Connell, CEO of JFC & Associates appoints Mr. David Mass as Sr. Consultant. JFC & Associates has been in the Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) business since 2001, providing value to their EAM clients. JFC has also been an IBM Business Partner since 2005. With the main office in Boston, today JFC is regarded as one of the pre-eminent services corporations within the EAM Service discipline. - December 10, 2015 - JFC & Associates
The Internet of Things Gets Into Hot Water
Hydra-Quick is introducing the world's fastest and smartest hot water on-demand delivery system which is smart phone programmable. The HydraQuik system can operate as a hot water demand system, timed delivery system, temperature controlled circulating system, and can even protect your piping from freezing. - December 10, 2015 - Hydra-Quick
U.S. Publishing Expert Offers Free Seminar Stockholm 12 February, 2016
US publishing expert Gerald Sindell, author of “The Genius Machine” and called the “Obi Wan Kenobi of breakthrough thinking” will be offering a seminar to those professionals who are interested in learning how to become successfully published in the United States. Sindell is... - December 10, 2015 - Thought Leaders Intl.
Voicebrook Exhibiting Pathology Reporting Solution at the California Society of Pathologists’ 68th Annual Meeting
Company will demonstrate leading voice recognition solution for Pathology reporting at 2015 event, “Seminars in Pathology.” - December 03, 2015 - Voicebrook, Inc.
James DeFrantz, Principal of Virtual Compliance Management Services Announces New Service
James DeFrantz notes that VCM will soon offer a subscription service. - November 26, 2015 - Virtual Compliance Management
How California Became the Center of the Stem Cell Universe - And Why That Matters to You
When Don Reed's son Roman was paralyzed in a college football game, the two began a 21 year quest for cure-- not just for paralysis, but for all forms of "incurable" disease. Joining with Bob Klein, father of a diabetic son, the Reeds helped pass Proposition 71, the California Stem Cells for Research and Cures Act. What happened next was a quiet triumph, step-by-step progress toward the cure of diseases which have plagued mankind for millennia. - November 25, 2015 - Americans for Cures Foundation
Developing Women as Business Leaders
New Partner4Success program guides and supports executive women in their development as business leaders. Meetings are both in-person in the San Francisco Bay Area and virtual nation-wide. Connect with like-minded business women, discover how to develop leadership competencies and share in peer wisdom. - November 23, 2015 - Partner4Success
"Draculiza" Flies Into Bookstores
A young vampire girl wishes to be a fairy princess. Having an imagination and wishing on that has always been something everyone does. Draculiza is no different. Her problem, though, is she wants to be a fairy princess; however as fate would have it that's a bit of impossible because she's a... - November 21, 2015 - Cedar Grove Publishing
Geoffrey’s Diamonds & Goldsmith Joins Preferred Jewelers International
San Carlos, California-based premier retailer adds “Experiences That Last A Lifetime™” to its superior customer service. - November 21, 2015 - Preferred Jewelers International
MindTickle Secures $12.5M Series A Funding from NEA and Accel Partners
MindTickle, the leading sales readiness platform, announced today that it has received a $12.5 Million Series A funding from NEA and and existing investor Accel Partners. MindTickle plans to use the new investment to build upon its early successes in combining gamification, mobile delivery and data science to improve the engagement and performance of direct and channel sales teams. - November 20, 2015 - MindTickle
Mary Kay Bader, Distinguished Leader in Neuroscience Nursing, Joins Cerebrotech’s Scientific Advisory Board
Cerebrotech Medical Systems of Pleasanton, California, today announced that Mary Kay Bader, RN, MSN, CCNS, FAHA, FNCS, renowned Critical Care Nurse Specialist and educator, has joined the company’s Scientific Advisory Board (SAB). Ms. Bader is a prominent leader in neurologic intensive care,... - November 19, 2015 - Cerebrotech Medical Systems
Altoma Real Estate Advisors LLC Announces Closing (2) CRE Loans for $6,000,000 & $5,700,000 in September & November 2015
Altoma, a CRE mortgage and capital markets intermediary based in California, successfully placed and closed a $6,000,000 loan on a Class B medical office complex in the Phoenix, AZ MSA on September 3rd, 2015. On November 3rd, 2015, Altoma also placed and closed a $5,700,000 loan for a Class B- shadow anchored retail shopping center in Selma, CA (Fresno, CA SMSA). - November 17, 2015 - Altoma Real Estate Advisors, Inc.
Ideator Launches December Challenge to Award Thousands in Prize Money
The Ideator December Challenge is going to award thousands in prize money to the best idea. Ideator is teaming up with Salesforce, box.org, Google, LegalZoom, CrunchBase, Band of Angels, Pledge 1%, and the Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center to run this challenge and foster innovation across all industries and geographies. - November 17, 2015 - Ideator
How a Technology Platform Helps a 12 Year Old Boy Become an Entrepreneur
Emmanuel, a 12 year old boy who is blind, is building a team and getting the resources he needs to launch his idea that will solve a problem he and many others face at restaurants. All with the help of Ideator. - November 16, 2015 - Ideator
Rite Aid First U.S. Drugstore Chain to Offer Harmonyx Genetic Testing to Customers
Tests help determine most effective medication therapy based on an individual’s genetic makeup - November 12, 2015 - Harmonyx Diagnostics
INVICTA SOFTWARE Adds Mike Hall to Its Board of Directors and Leadership Team
INVICTA SOFTWARE has added Mike Hall, formerly executive vice president of sales and marketing at LANDESK, to its Board of Directors and leadership team as a non executive director. - November 12, 2015 - INVICTA Software
San Francisco Bay Area Company LiMOFLY Slashes Ride Sharing Costs
LiMOFLY is a new ride sharing app in San Francisco Bay area. - November 11, 2015 - LiMOFLY
CUE Announces Hadi Partovi as Keynote Speaker for 2016 National Conference
CUE confirmed that entrepreneur, co-founder and president of Code.org® Hadi Partovi will Keynote the CUE 2016 National Conference, March 17-19, in Palm Springs, California. Hadi Partovi will deliver the keynote address during Friday’s General Session on March 18, 2016, from 8:00 - 9:45... - November 11, 2015 - CUE
Over $100k Invested in One Day for "Altcoin" Payment Processor CoinPayments as Bitcoin Doubles in Value
CoinPayments is the largest Altcoin payment processing company - and they just launched their seed funding round securing over $100k in investments on the first day of opening to qualifying professional investors, on the online investment platform. CoinPayments allow Altcoin holders to spend their alternative coins and the merchant can receive the funds in Bitcoin or other currencies giving investors a way to spend their alternative coins like they do Bitcoin or traditional currencies. - November 09, 2015 - Coinpayments Inc
Launch of We Are Supermoms Website and Online Store
We Are Supermoms, a mom-empowerment platform that features moms with inspiring stories from across the country has launched their website and online store with apparel that embodies their mom-empowerment concept. - November 08, 2015 - We Are SuperMoms
SolarCraft Helps Sundial Broadcasting Corporation Switch to Solar Power
Novato and Sonoma-based SolarCraft announced the completion of a 24.8 kW solar electric system at Sundial Broadcasting Corporation in Sausalito, CA. The broadcasting station sits on Mount Beacon atop the Marin Headlands and is now powered by clean, renewable energy. - November 06, 2015 - SolarCraft
Louise Brooks Society: Pioneering Website Celebrates 20 Years of Silent Film Advocacy
The Louise Brooks Society, a pioneering website devoted to the legendary silent film star Louise Brooks (aka Lulu) is celebrating 20 years on the web. - November 04, 2015 - Louise Brooks Society
BBS Returns to SEMA
BBS looking forward to a successful return to SEMA. - October 28, 2015 - BBS of America, Inc
kooma·looma Beta Going Live in Europe
kooma·looma, the coalition loyalty platform, on the occasion of its participation in the Web Summit 2015 in Dublin, announces the launch of its services in Europe. The first markets to go live in Beta mode will be Switzerland, Portugal and Turkey where, thanks to the partnership with Onebip,... - October 27, 2015 - koomalooma
Service Tracking Systems, Inc. Releases Damage Pix, a Comprehensive Cloud-Based Vehicle Photo Documentation System for Businesses, Large or Small
Service Tracking Systems, Inc. has been in the parking industry for years now. They have created Damagepix, a cloud based vehicle photo documentation systems for auto businesses, small and large. Service Tracking Systems, Inc. is announcing today the launch of Damagepix, which has three variations, mounted, movable and mobile. - October 24, 2015 - Service Tracking Systems
James D. O'Sullivan Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
James D. O’Sullivan of Concord, California has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of entertainment. About James D. O’Sullivan Mr. O’Sullivan has over 17 years experience in the... - October 24, 2015 - Strathmore Worldwide
The U.S. Defense Logistics Agency Deploys ENFOS Software for Remediation Management
The Defense Logistics Agency announced that they have chosen ENFOS software to manage their remediation projects. - October 21, 2015 - ENFOS, Inc.
LifeDojo Corporate Wellness Research Study Reveals Significant Improvements in Employee Health, Job Satisfaction
Corporate wellness firm LifeDojo Inc., together with client partner Komoto Healthcare, announced the results of a 6-month employee wellness program study today. The health behavior change results and engagement levels seen in the Komoto study are unprecedented in the corporate wellness industry. - October 19, 2015 - LifeDojo Inc.
SolarCraft Completes Solar Power Installation at Martine’s Wines - North Bay Wine Importer Turns to Solar, Cuts Power Bill
Novato and Sonoma based SolarCraft announced the completion of a 20 kW solar electric system at Martine’s Wines in Novato, CA. An importer and wholesaler of exceptional foreign wines, Martine’s Wines is now utilizing clean solar power and saving thousands in utility fees every year. - October 15, 2015 - SolarCraft
Reached International Bestseller Status Less Than 24 Hours After Book Launch "A Woman Unto Herself: A Different Kind of Love Story" by Tina M. Benson, M.A.
Within 24 hours of its release, Tina Benson’s very first book, "A Woman Unto Herself: A Different Kind of Love Story," hit the #1 bestseller ranking in the U.S. on Amazon in two categories, top 100 bestseller in 3 categories, and top 100 bestseller in the U.K. "A Woman Unto... - October 14, 2015 - Soulwhisperer
SolarCraft Completes Solar Power System for Horicon School District - Sonoma County School Makes the Switch to Solar Power
Novato and Sonoma based SolarCraft announced the completion of a 59 kW solar electric system at Horicon Elementary School in Annapolis, CA, near the northern coast of Sonoma County. The new photovoltaic system will offset 99% of their utility grid demand, essentially eliminating their electric bills and saving the school district thousands in utility fees every year. - October 08, 2015 - SolarCraft
New Research Aims to Promote High-Quality Civic and Political Engagement
Spencer Foundation launches $2 million effort to create first-of-their-kind measures. - October 06, 2015 - Spencer Foundation
Recursion Pharma Receives Orphan Drug Designation for Hereditary Stroke Disorder
Recursion Pharmaceuticals, a drug discovery start-up company, announced receipt of an Orphan Drug Designation from the FDA for the use of Tempol for the treatment of Cerebral Cavernous Malformation, a hereditary stroke disease. Recursion expects this will be the first of many potential treatments identified using their proprietary drug discovery platform. - October 05, 2015 - Recursion Pharmaceuticals
FundPaaS Launches “Reg A+ Portal as a Service” for Broker Dealers & Crowdfunding Portals
FundPaaS, a funding platform as a service for crowdfunding portals and small businesses raising capital online, has launched the first Reg A+ Portal as a Service for Broker Dealers and Crowdfunding Portals interested in conducting Reg A+ offerings for their clients in compliance with new regulations. - September 30, 2015 - FinTech School
New Extension Infozzy Turns Chrome Start Page Into a Bright and Useful Panel
New Chrome extension, Infozzy allows users to open several popular messengers and communicate with social friends all from one page. Facebook Messenger, WhatsApp, Skype, Hangouts, WeChat, Telegram, Slack, VK, Facebook feed, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, Gmail, Reddit, Flickr, VK, 9GAG, HackerNews, ProductHunt, Dribbble - the user may choose the required ones and install them to the start page. - September 28, 2015 - Infozzy
Remover of Bacteria and Germs - Bakterkiller
A new unique device which helps humanity to destroy bacteria and to live in a world of purity. - September 28, 2015 - Bakterkiller
WHCI Plumbing Supply Announces Deal to Acquire USAVE Distribution Operations
Alliance between two of the Bay Area’s longest-tenured plumbing suppliers will help WHCI better address the accelerating demand for service, tools and fixtures. - September 18, 2015 - WHCI Plumbing Supply
Software Tree Fills a Critical Gap in Android, Google's Mobile Development Platform; Introduces JDXA™, The KISS ORM™ for Android
Noticing an important gap in Google’s Android development platform offering, Software Tree, LLC has stepped forward with the introduction of JDXA 1.0, a simple, non-intrusive, and flexible ORM (Object Relational Mapping) solution to help mobile app developers be more productive. Based on some... - September 18, 2015 - Software Tree, LLC
IS Partners LLC Expands Services to Include PCI-DSS Audits
IS Partners is now a PCI Certified Assessor. - September 18, 2015 - IS Partners, LLC
GREEN CREATIVE Releases New PL EDGE Series Vertical DIRect and BYPass LED Lamps
GREEN CREATIVE, the commercial grade LED lighting manufacturer proudly announces the launch of its first PL V 11W DIR, PL V 11W DIR HIGH CRI and PL V 11W BYP lamps. - September 17, 2015 - GREEN CREATIVE
Paralign - Where No Thoughts Are Left Behind
Paralign is a free and anonymous mobile platform that helps people find hope, support and acknowledgment for everyday thoughts. As you journal your thoughts, Paralign connects you to similar thoughts, giving you hope that you are not alone. - September 17, 2015 - Paralign
Reception and Screening of New Short Film About Raúl Cañibano at Midpen Media Center in Palo Alto September 23, 7-9. Admission is Free.
The Midpen Media Center in Palo Alto, CA will host a special event and screening of a new short film about Cuban photographer Raúl Cañibano on Wednesday, September 23 from 7 to 9. Admission is free. Register for the event and learn more at www.cubacubanocanibano.com. “Cuba,... - September 16, 2015 - 2B Productions
aheadWorks Released First Magento 2 Extensions
On the eve of the Magento 2 GA release, aheadWorks announces the first batch of Magento 2 extensions designed according to the new advanced principles of products development and support. The Follow Up Email and Advanced Reports are now available in demo stores and ready for testing and... - September 16, 2015 - aheadWorks
MillionDogsClub Launches New Social Website That Offers a Creative and Meaningful Way to Donate to Dogs in Need
Today MillionDogsClub.com launched the first ever 1,000,000 dogs club. The goal of the MillionDogsClub is to create a unique community of dog lovers and raise awareness around the growing epidemic of animal cruelty by donating to organizations that help dogs who suffer and die every year due to negligence and abuse. - September 10, 2015 - MillionDogsClub
Novus Origo Receives the Interactive Media Council’s “Highest Honors” for Development of Veteran’s Web Based Self-Help Training Course
Novus Origo Veteran’s Web Based Self-Help Training has received the Interactive Media Council’s highest honor of “Best in Class” in three separate categories; Healthcare, Military, & Government. - September 08, 2015 - Novus Origo, LLC
Mind-Controlled Robot from ThynkWare Innovation Reveals Future and Potential of Consumer Brainwave Technology for Global Markets
A new mind-controlled robot from ThynkWare Innovation, released on the popular Kickstarter website, shows the global consumer electronics market how the emergence the consumer controlled brainwave technology will provide for future technology capabilities. ThynkWare Innovation, a... - September 03, 2015 - ThynkWare Innovation, Inc.
Prestige Private Air Announces New Daily Scheduled Jet Travel Solution for Northern and Southern California, Las Vegas and Additional Flights Coast to Coast
New Membership Luxury Jet Air Service Offering Scheduled Travel between Los Angeles, Las Vegas, San Francisco, NYC, Napa Valley, Silicon Valley, Dallas, and International flights coming soon between Shanghai, Tel Aviv, London, Paris, Dubai non-stop to Los Angeles and New York via G450, G550. Prestige Private Air main facilities are at the Van Nuys airport in Southern California via Signature West FBO. - September 02, 2015 - Prestige Private Air