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Grassroots Advocacy in 140 Characters or Less: Study on Corporate Use of Twitter for Advocacy Released
The results from a new research study conducted by 720 Strategies’ social media specialist and Senior Account Director, Lauren Tanner DiPaola, on how Fortune 500 companies are using the social media platform Twitter for advocacy and communications, will be released in a webinar discussion on... - February 19, 2011 - SevenTwenty Strategies
Koydol Inc Brings the 21st Century to the Construction, Building and Flooring Industries
Koydol Inc, Contract Flooring Group, unveils their new 21st century business model. In this new economic era, all companies have to be streamlined to generate increased sales. Koydol Inc’s new approach combines the manufacturer, the importer, the distributor into one cohesive organization,... - February 14, 2011 - Koydol Inc.
Koydol Inc, Announces Move to New Corporate Offices in Washington DC
Koydol inc, Contract Flooring Group, has today, announced the move to their new corporate and sales headquarters in Washington DC. As part of the expansion of the MidAtlantic Division of Koydol Inc, the new offices will be able to handle growth in sales, support and marketing. - February 07, 2011 - Koydol Inc.
Koydol Inc, Commercial Flooring Division Unveils Their New AI Website Designed for Subcontractors, Architects, Specifiers and Designers
Koydol Inc, has been developing a user friendly, efficient and environmentally friendly website for commercial flooring professionals. When completed all catalogs, product listings, specs and technical data, plus bidding, quoting and communication will all be handled via the website without the use of paper products. Phase 1 of the website is now available for use. - February 04, 2011 - Koydol Inc.
SIIA Secures Sponsors for LRRA Legislation
SIIA today announced that it has confirmed lead sponsors for federal legislation intended to modernize the Liability Risk Retention Act (LRRA). Senator Jon Tester (D-MT) will introduce the bill in the U.S. Senate while Rep. John Campbell (R-CA) has committed to take the lead in the House of... - January 28, 2011 - Self-Insurance Institute of America, Inc.
Mark Lowham to Join Luxury Real Estate Leader TTR/Sotheby’s International Realty as Principal and Managing Partner
TTR/Sotheby’s International Realty announced that Mark C. Lowham, former Executive Vice President of WEST*GROUP, will join the firm as an investor and Managing Partner. According to Jonathan Taylor, Founder and Managing Partner of TTR/Sotheby’s International Realty, “We are... - January 22, 2011 - TTR Sotheby's International Realty
Halamandaris Names Orsini to Help Lead the NAHC Private Duty Homecare Association of America
Val J. Halamandaris, President of NAHC, today announced that Merrily Orsini, CEO of corecubed, has agreed to help lead NAHC’s related Private Duty Homecare Association of America. “We are proud to have Ms. Orsini play this significant leadership role. There is no one who has greater... - January 21, 2011 - National Association of Homecare & Hospice
Cyber Security on InfraGard’s 2011 Agenda, Expert Panel Discusses Policy, Challenges and Recommendations for Cyber Security
The InfraGard National Members Alliance (INMA) held their first national policy event of the year on cyber security. INMA Chairman Dr. Kathleen Kiernan and Advisory Board Member James Norton welcomed a distinguished panel that included White House Cyber Security Coordinator Howard Schmidt, FBI... - January 21, 2011 - InfraGard National Members Alliance
ISPU Fellows Outline Strategy to Improve US Image to Policy Makers
Scholars Mehmet Celebi and Azeem Ibrahim offer insight on how to increase understanding between the US and Muslim-majority countries. - January 20, 2011 - Institute for Social Policy and Understanding
Above the Standard Procurement Group (ATSPG.com) is Generating Opportunities for Downsized Executives Even Though Unemployment is Rising and Consumer Spending is Stagnant
When Ted Landgraf was laid off from his position as Vice President of Administration for a large federal contractor a few years ago he knew that the time was right. Frustrated with the lack of loyalty and integrity in today’s corporate marketplace, he envisioned a franchise opportunity that... - January 20, 2011 - Above the Standard Procurement Group Inc.
Goose Creek Music Nominated for Washington Area Music Awards
Loudoun County media company Goose Creek Music and Entertainment has been nominated for Washington Area Record Company of the Year, and its releases for Billy Coulter and Jimmy Gaudreau were nominated for Best Roots Rock Recording and Best Bluegrass Recording respectively by the Washington Area... - January 18, 2011 - Goose Creek Music & Entertainment
Long® Fence Handrails Can Help Prevent a Leading Cause of Home Injury and Death
According to The State of Home Safety in America™ (2004), a comprehensive body of research conducted by the Home Safety Council on the causes and severity of home injuries, falls are the leading cause of unintentional home injury and death in the United States. On average, unintentional falls... - January 14, 2011 - Long Fence
TTR Sotheby’s International Realty Reports Record Year in 2010; Anticipates a "Robust" Market in 2011
TTR Sotheby’s International Realty today proudly announced that its sales volume for 2010 reflected a 41% increase over 2009. The firm expects the Washington DC area real estate market in general, to be healthy and top most other US markets in 2011. “We achieved some major milestones... - January 12, 2011 - TTR Sotheby's International Realty
Animators at Law Produces Record Setting E-Brief for Prominent Litigation
Animators at Law, a leading national provider of litigation support services, announces that it has produced what it believes to be a record-setting series of e-briefs (also called electronic briefs). The firm reports that in its latest e-brief project, it created over 60,000 hyperlinks in over... - January 11, 2011 - Animators at Law
Seth Kahan Leads Executive Workshop Fundraiser for Columbia Lighthouse for the Blind
Innovative Leadership and Executive Strategy Consultant, Seth Kahan, conducted an executive workshop fundraiser at the Washington DC Board of Trade last month, sharing strategies and tactics for building and expanding business in a challenging economy. - January 06, 2011 - Performance Development Group
Top Trademark Trends of 2010
Top stories of the year in the world of trademarks involve Facebook, The Gap, and reality television stars. Attorney Erik Pelton summarizes the year's most interesting trademark developments. - December 24, 2010 - Erik M. Pelton & Associates, PLLC
From the UK to the USA Original Tony Award® Winning "Memphis" Cast Member Ephraim Sykes to Perform on Atlanta Stage
Original Tony Award® Winning "Memphis" Cast Member Ephraim M. Sykes performs at Atlanta's Alliance Theater in Bring It On: The Musical - December 20, 2010 - Ephraim M. Sykes
Cab Match App Helps Travelers Connect and Share a Cab from the Airport
Cab Match LLC today announced the launch of a new iPhone application aimed at taking the sting out of high priced transportation to and from airports worldwide. The application helps travelers connect to share a cab to the same destinations or those in close proximity. The company expects over a... - December 17, 2010 - Cab Match LLC
Enable America Reaches New Heights in 2010
Despite a challenging job market, Enable America expanded its outreach in 2010, launching new programs and services, while assisting more people with disabilities than in any previous year. - December 16, 2010 - Enable America
Long® Fence Supports 2010 US Marine Corps Toys for Tots Campaign
For the fifth year in a row, Long® Fence has donated fencing to the United States Marine Corps for the District of Columbia Toys for Tots drive. Portable security fence panels were provided for use inside the Marine Corps Reserve Training Center at the Anacostia Annex in Washington DC. The... - December 10, 2010 - Long Fence
Book Launch Event for Surviving Cyberwar at the National Press Club December 16
Richard Stiennon, cyber security expert and industry analyst, will be presenting at his book launch for Surviving Cyberwar (Governament Institutes, 2010) on Thursday December 16, 9-11 AM at the National Press Club in Washington D.C. - December 09, 2010 - IT-Harvest
DCIA Presents CONTENT IN THE CLOUD Conference at CES
Special Early Registration Rates End on December 31st. - December 08, 2010 - Distributed Computing Industry Association
"Bouncing Back From Loss" by Donna Marie Thompson, CEO of Goals in Action LLC is Rated as "Highly Recommended" by Cheryl Heinrichs of Allbooks Book Review
According to Cheryl Heinrichs of Allbooks Book Review "Author Donna Marie Thompson’s life is proof that one can recover from multiple devastating setbacks in life. She shares her own events and recovery with so much ease, you feel as if you were sitting next to her, having a conversation. I highly recommend this book." - December 07, 2010 - Goals in Action, LLC
Book Details Employment and Compensation of 35,000 Attorneys in U.S. Federal Agencies. Not All Jobs Are Created Equal.
With salaries that can exceed $250,000 for attorneys and $100,000 for law clerks, Federal agencies provide surprisingly good opportunities for some. - December 06, 2010 - Lawyerup Press LLC
The Diet Joke Finds New Health Use for Old Terror Alert System
Recently Introduced Overeating Advisory System Helps Alert Overeaters of High-Risk Situations -- Gives Old Terror Alert System New Legs - November 29, 2010 - Big Shot Press
The Diet Joke Announces New Overeating Advisory System -- Warns Americans of Holiday Risk
Lisa Pedace, award-winning author of The Diet Joke, unveils her new color-coded Overeating Threat Level System -- warns Americans of overeating risk this holiday season. - November 21, 2010 - Big Shot Press
Washington Chiefs Fundraising Campaign -- If You Donate a Dollar, You Can Produce a Scholar--Put Kids 1st
Put-Kids_1st the Washington Chiefs Organization Fundraising Campaign -- If You Donate a Dollar, You Can Produce a Scholar--Put Kids 1st - November 07, 2010 - Washington Chiefs Inc.
Tabitha Jean Naylor Receives Certification in Inbound Marketing
Certification Awarded with Honors Distinction by Inbound Marketing University Training Program to Tabitha Jean Naylor of TabithaNaylor.com - November 01, 2010 - TabithaNaylor.com
Fenice Catering LLC Opens to the Public Serving Baltimore with the Power of the Phoenix
www.fenicecatering.com Baltimore's newest catering company has arrived with flair. Fenice Catering opens to the public October 2010. The company was created by Nicholas Greene and his diligent team. The phoenix, Fenice's logo, represents the promise made to the client of the force and... - October 27, 2010 - Fenice Catering LLC.
DAMA International Promotes Data Management in South America – Welcome to DAMA Brazil
DAMA International announces the formation of DAMA International Brazil, the latest International South American Chapter within the DAMA International affiliate set. - October 23, 2010 - DAMA International
Geosemble, ETI Collaborate on Product Development
Geospatial engineering collaboration improves opportunity identification and risk mitigation for government customers. - October 21, 2010 - Geosemble Technologies
Education Online Services Corporation Participated in the Annual White House Initiative Conference on HBCUs
Education Online Services Corporation participates in panel discussion on the future of online education at annual White House Initiative conference on HBCU’s - October 21, 2010 - Education Online Services Corp
Vincent Roa Selected as WWPR 2010 Woman of the Year Finalist
Donna Vincent Roa, Managing Partner & Chief Strategist at Vincent Roa Group, a Maryland-based eco-communications firm, has been shortlisted for the 2010 Washington PR Woman of the Year Award by the Washington Women in Public Relations (WWPR). Dr. Roa is among the three finalists for the award,... - October 18, 2010 - Vincent Roa Group LLC
Leadership Roundtable Finds Health Care Reform Rule Likely to Drive Billions in New Costs; Concerns About Restricted Access to Non-Prescription Drugs, Says FoundationHSC
A panel of experts concludes the reform rule making OTC drugs ineligible for reimbursement from flexible health spending accounts without "prescription" will trigger retail system challenges impossible to overcome in the timeframe required and could increase health costs. - October 12, 2010 - The Foundation for HealthSMART Consumers
Sibdu - the Professional Network for Corporate Real Estate Professionals - Announces Alliance with the Corporate Real Estate Linked in Group
Sibdu (www.sibdu.com) is pleased to announce an alliance with Corporate Real Estate Linked In Group (www.corporaterealestategroup.com), operator of the largest Corporate Real Estate focused group on LinkedIn. The alliance will focus on developing enhanced online professional tools for those working... - October 05, 2010 - eCREsystems
CyanGate Introduces Elvis Digital Asset Management System in the US Market
Mclean Virginia based software and services company, CyanGate introduces Elvis, a Digital Asset Management (DAM) product developed by Dutchsoftware, in the US market at 2010 Createasphere DAM Conference. This conference will be held at the NewYorker Hotel in New York between September 23rd and 24th. - September 23, 2010 - CyanGate
Local Builder Receives First Gold-Level National Green Building Certification in Arlington
Local general contracting firm Arlington Designer Homes received the first ever Gold-level Green Building Certification in Arlington from the National Association of Home Builders. This new, custom-built green home, located on Underwood St. in North Arlington, is only the sixth house in the state of Virginia to be certificated at the Gold level. The home also received a HERS score (home energy rating) of 55, meaning it is 45% more energy efficient than a standard new home on the market today. - September 22, 2010 - Arlington Designer Homes
Down Dog Yoga Presents Rolf Gates, World-Renowned Yoga Teacher to Lead One-Day Retreat, Sept. 18
Join Rolf Gates, author of Meditations from the Mat: Daily Reflections on the Path of Yoga, and use ancient practices to create the future you want. Integrate the mindfulness that yoga teaches into your everyday life at Embodying the Light one-day retreat on Saturday, Sept. 18th. - September 11, 2010 - Down Dog Yoga
The Washington, DC Italian Language Meetup Group Announces Fall Lineup of Films for Cineforum Italiano
The Washington, DC Italian Language Meetup Group has announced the fall schedule for Cineforum Italiano. The monthly screening of Italian films takes place each month at the Letelier Theater in Washington, DC. Advance tickets are available exclusively to group members (www.meetup.com/italiano). All... - September 11, 2010 - The Washington, DC Italian Language Meetup Group
Creative Classics Grows Furniture Business in Tough Economic Times by Thinking Small
Creative Classics Furniture celebrates 10 years in Old Town Alexandria with a month long Customer Appreciation Sale. - September 01, 2010 - Creative Classics Furniture
Large Scale ALTO/P4P Field Trial Affirms Performance Improvements for Broadband Networks
China Telecom Sees Enhanced Network Efficiencies and Increased Delivery Speeds. - August 26, 2010 - Distributed Computing Industry Association
P.A.N.D.O.R.A. Urges Swift Action by U.S. Health Agencies to Improve Quality of Life for CFS Patients
Patients with chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), also known as myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME) in other countries, have endured too many years of misinformation, neglect, and mistreatment. “With a retrovirus infection now demonstrated to be present in the majority of CFS patients, now is the time... - August 25, 2010 - PANDORA Org
Miller Harris Candles Brought to White House as Gift for Michelle Obama
The art of interpreting our choices in gifts reached a pinnacle today with the presents chosen by the Prime Minister of England for his trip to the White House for the Obamas. Samantha Cameron, wife of England’s Prime Minister David Cameron, selected Miller Harris candles from the Classic Scents collection for Michelle Obama. - July 23, 2010 - MiN New York
Animators at Law Launches ACCESS an Online Trial Team Collaboration Tool That Promises to Improve Litigation Graphics Development and Project Management for Law Firms
ACCESS (Animators Client Collaboration and External Sharing System) allows top litigation teams to view trial exhibit designs in real time, preview trial presentations, leave real-time comments, make last minute edits, share trial presentations with in-house counsel, review designs anywhere on a mobile phone and much more. - July 21, 2010 - Animators at Law
Borders Books and Music of DC and MD Hosts Author Bob Rogers
Borders Books and Music of Washington, DC and Maryland will host book readings and signings for author Bob Rogers, formerly of Columbia, MD, in selected stores beginning Wednesday, July 28, 2010 and ending Saturday, July 31, 2010. Rogers’ historical novel, Will and Dena: Love and Life in... - July 15, 2010 - Books by Bob Rogers, Inc.
Rare South African Wines Showcased at the South African Food & Wine Festival
Twenty of the finest wines to come out of the world-renown wine regions of Stellenbosch, Paarl & Robertson Valley, S.A. will be showcased at the 5th annual South African Food & Wine Festival, July 10th & 11th 2010 at Grayhaven Winery, Gum Spring, Virginia. The festival is a celebration... - June 30, 2010 - Grayhaven Winery
Voicebrook Products Available on GSA Contract Through Contract Holder, Aprisa Technology, LLC
Aprisa Technology, LLC partners with Voicebrook, allowing Federal and State customers to buy Voicebrook’s solutions via GSA Contract. - June 30, 2010 - Voicebrook, Inc.
Get Efficient Awarded Prestigious Honor for Excellence from Advanced Solutions International
Get Efficient was inducted into the 2009 Chairman’s Circle by Advanced Solutions International (ASI) at its recent 12th Annual iNNOVATIONS Partner Conference held in Austin, Texas. The honor recognized Get Efficient’s outstanding overall performance with regards to implementing iMIS software through the efficient use of tools and technology. - June 29, 2010 - Get Efficient
Italian Language Meetup Group Starts Cineforum Italiano: Sharing Italian Culture Through Cinema
Cineforum Italiano is dedicated to sharing Italian culture through film with Washington, DC audiences. Italian films with English subtitles will be screened throughout the year. All films are open to the public. Please visit the website, www.meetup.com/italiano, for full details, including location, start times, schedule and movie reviews. - June 27, 2010 - The Washington, DC Italian Language Meetup Group
New Long® Fence Office is Designed to be Green
Maryland Fencing Contractors move into new, state of the art eco-friendly facility. - June 26, 2010 - Long Fence