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Key Learning & Development Trends for 2022 Detected by eCom Scotland
Eight key trends will dominate the learning and development (L&D) sector in 2022. These trends have been identified from market research undertaken by eCom Scotland, a leading provider of online training and assessment and which, over the last 25 years, has been building an enviable worldwide... - December 18, 2021 - eCom Learning Solutions
Benchmark Intentional Successfully Facilitated the Transaction Between National Capital Flag Company, Inc. and the Henotic Group, LLC
National Capital Flag Company, Inc. (“NCF”), of Alexandria, VA, is a premier manufacturer of custom embroidered and printed flags. The company is a major provider to US Department of Defense and other Government customers, and produces flags for a range of commercial customers, on a... - December 18, 2021 - Benchmark International
GBDCEI Annual Winter Carnival for Teens and Homeless
On December 18, 2021, 2 pm-8 pm, GBDC Entrepreneurship Institute will Host a day of food, music, gifts for teens 12-18, and personal grooming services for the homeless. - December 15, 2021 - GBDC Entrepreneurship Institute
Stephanie Frias Joins i4cp's Board of Directors
CHRO of Lyra Health to add experience and insight as the research firm continues its significant growth. - December 13, 2021 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
Benchmark International Successfully Facilitated the Transaction Between Kaleidico, LLC and a Private Individual
The seller, Kaleidico, is made up of a team of experts that create and execute lead generation strategies for businesses in the mortgage lending and legal verticals. Their disciplined creative process has been generating leads since 2005. The buyer is a private individual that has held high-level... - December 12, 2021 - Benchmark International
Excelerant Announces Two Harrison Assessments Certifications by Partner, Jill Meaux
Jill Meaux, a partner with Excelerant, LLC., has successfully completed two certifications with Harrison Assessments, a predictive analytics tool which enables professional coaches to analyze and develop key talent. In October, Jill Meaux earned the Harrison Assessments Employee Development... - December 10, 2021 - Excelerant, LLC
SkySparc Strengthens a Euro-Zone DMO’s Debt Management Operations with Award-Winning PUaaS Solution
SkySparc, an independent solutions provider, has entered a new partnership with a Euro-zone debt management office aimed at ensuring the long-term operational efficiency and performance of its core systems. - December 09, 2021 - SkySparc
American Heart Association Recognizes Daugherty for 2021 Workplace Health Achievement
The results of the American Heart Association 2021 Workplace Health Achievement Index were announced, and Daugherty Business Solutions, an advisory services and technology consulting partner, achieved national silver recognition for taking significant steps to build a culture of health and well-being for their workforce. - December 09, 2021 - Daugherty Business Solutions
Wisdom Works Research Shows Stress Can Enhance Thriving for Leaders
New Research Reveals Important Relationship Between Wellbeing, Stress & Paradoxical Leadership. - December 03, 2021 - Wisdom Works Group
SkySparc Moves to 24/7 Service Model with New Sri Lanka Office
SkySparc, an independent solutions provider, is extending client support and project delivery to a 24/7 service model through the establishment of an office in Sri Lanka. - December 02, 2021 - SkySparc
Benchmark International Successfully Facilitated the Transaction Between Southern Life Systems, Inc. and ADDvise
Southern Life Systems, Inc. (DBA Nurse Rosie), of Savannah, Georgia, designs and provides a wide range of medical devices and products. Nurse Rosie is a market leader in the long-term care medical device market and electronic health record (EHR) connectivity solutions. ADDvise Group AB, of... - December 01, 2021 - Benchmark International
Online Assessments Add Value for Oil and Gas Industry Stakeholders
Within the oil and gas drilling industry – a key part of a sector that produced revenues of some $3.3 trillion in 2019 and comprises some 3.8% of the global economy - the use of online assessment (eAssessment) is demonstrably improving the assessment process, as well as streamlining the... - November 25, 2021 - eCom Learning Solutions
Cornerstone Healthcare Consulting and Azeros Health Plans Partner to Introduce Health Plan Innovation
Cornerstone Healthcare Consulting and Azeros Health Plans intend to bring change to Western New York healthcare delivery and funding. "Our goal is not to do what is easy," says Melissa (Missy) Marsocci, Owner of Cornerstone. "We will do what is necessary for the employer community that to date has been ill-served by the healthcare infrastructure.” - November 19, 2021 - Cornerstone Healthcare Consulting and Management
Doeren Mayhew Expands Houston Tax Group with Acquisition of Darlene Plumly, CPA
Doeren Mayhew, a consistently ranked top 100 U.S. accounting firm, has acquired Darlene Plumly, CPA, further growing the firm’s footprint in the Houston marketplace. The acquired firm and its employees will begin operating under the Doeren Mayhew name effective immediately. “We are... - November 19, 2021 - Doeren Mayhew
eCom Scotland Takes the Lead in Creating a Carbon Neutral Business World
The digital learning and assessment specialist, eCom Scotland, has become an active, enthusiastic supporter of Pawprint, the employee engagement app which aims to improve the environment by engaging and encouraging workers to be more "eco-thoughtful." “We’re convinced that... - November 19, 2021 - eCom Learning Solutions
Benchmark International Successfully Facilitated the Transaction Between Adkins Electric, Inc. and Pacific Power & Systems, Inc.
Adkins Electric, of Jacksonville, Florida, is a provider of electrical contracting services for multi-family and commercial construction. Founded in 1977 by CEO Virgil Adkins, the company has grown from a single employee to a 90-person firm serving the greater Jacksonville area. As a leading name... - November 19, 2021 - Benchmark International
Elantis Announces New U.S. Subsidiary
Elantis Solutions Inc. announced it has created a U.S. business entity as a subsidiary of their Canadian operations. - November 18, 2021 - Elantis Solutions Inc.
Local Business Owner Christine Hopkins Named to NSBA Leadership Council
Christine Hopkins, ASCI Federal Services LLC, was recently named to the National Small Business Association (NSBA) Leadership Council. NSBA is the nation’s oldest small-business advocacy organization and operates on a staunchly nonpartisan basis. Hopkins, a recognized leader in the... - November 18, 2021 - ASCI Federal Services LLC
S-P-S Registers a 10-Fold Increase in the Number of Issuances of Contactless Cards and Documents in Brazil
The increase is motivated by the standardization of technology in the country and the higher use of contactless cards during the social isolation of the COVID-19 pandemic. The numbers are from the French company SPS, in partnership with Bsmart Group. - November 16, 2021 - Bsmart Group
Excelerant Celebrates Phyllis Arceneaux, NCC, Officially Certified in Breakthrough Coaching
Excelerant, LLC. celebrates Phyllis Arceneaux, a managing partner, on her recent completion of the course for Breakthrough Coaching Certification. The Breakthrough Coaching course is a multi-phased program that includes three levels of study: Core, Enhanced, and Certification. Breakthrough... - November 14, 2021 - Excelerant, LLC
Unity Communications Announced as 2021 Best of IT Services Award Winner by UpCity
UpCity's "Best of" awards honors the top global B2B providers with the highest "Recommendability Rating." - November 13, 2021 - Unity Communications
Benchmark International Successfully Facilitated the Transaction Between Jourmandy LLC and Security Credit Services
Benchmark International is pleased to announce the transaction between Jormandy, LLC (“Jormandy”) and Security Credit Services (“SCS”). Jormandy LLC purchases and collects receivables throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia. The company utilizes some of the most innovative... - November 11, 2021 - Benchmark International
Watershed Security, LLC Receives HIRE Vets Award from U.S. Department of Labor
Watershed Security, LLC, an ISO 9001:2015-certified provider of Cybersecurity and Information Technology solutions for defense and civilian markets, has again received the HIRE Vets Platinum Medallion award from the U.S. Department of Labor for the hiring, retention, and training of military... - November 10, 2021 - Watershed Security, LLC
Benchmark International Successfully Facilitated the Transaction Between Loudon County Rentals & Mini Storage Inc and Private Equity-Backed Rental Platform
The seller, Loudon County Rentals and Mini Storage has been the premier equipment rental destination for over 28 years in East Tennessee. Their extensive selection and dedication to providing the right tools and equipment their customers need to get the job done are above and beyond the industry... - November 10, 2021 - Benchmark International
Accessible eLearning Helps People with Sight Loss Find Work
The digital learning and assessment specialist, eCom Learning Solutions, has helped the Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) to significantly improve the career prospects of the 11,000 people with sight loss in the UK who are currently actively seeking work. It has done this by working... - November 10, 2021 - eCom Learning Solutions
Benchmark International's Client Diagnostics Research Group (DXRG) Was Acquired by IMA Group
On October 12, 2021, it was announced that Diagnostics Research Group (DXRG) was acquired by The IMA Group (IMA). DXRG is a clinical research site located in San Antonio, Texas, with expertise in various medical specialties such as vaccine and medical device development, internal medicine,... - November 08, 2021 - Benchmark International
IMC USA Virtual Consult-Con 2021 November 5-6
Institute of Management Consultants USA aka IMC USA brings together consultants and agencies for Consult-Con 2021 November 5-6. - November 06, 2021 - Institute of Management Consultants USA
Benchmark International Successfully Facilitated the Transaction Between Tuckahoe Landscaping and Lawn Care, Inc. and TLEO, LLC d/b/a Valley Landscaping
Tuckahoe Landscaping and Lawn Care of Rockville, Virginia, provides an array of landscaping services to both commercial and residential customers throughout the greater Richmond, Virginia area. Founded in 1990 by CEO Todd Walton, the company has grown from a single employee to 100+ employees,... - November 06, 2021 - Benchmark International
BDA Advises Silatronix on Sale to Koura
BDA Partners is pleased to announce that its client, Silatronix, has been sold to Koura, a division of Orbia. BDA acted as exclusive financial advisor to Silatronix and its shareholders. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Silatronix® is the leading producer of patented organosilicon... - November 04, 2021 - BDA Partners Ltd
Daugherty Recognized for Two 2021 National Awards by National Association for Business Resources
Daugherty Business Solutions, an advisory services and technology consulting partner, is pleased to announce that it has been named one of the Nation’s Best and Brightest Companies to Work For® and one of the Nation’s Best and Brightest In Wellness® by the National Association for Business Resources. - November 04, 2021 - Daugherty Business Solutions
Digital Learning Solution Helps Progress British Council Programme
Using eLearning materials developed by the digital learning and assessment specialist, eCom Scotland, the British Council is providing appealing, engaging and contextually appropriate learning experiences to help 13-to-19-year-old girls improve their digital skills and English language... - November 04, 2021 - eCom Learning Solutions
British Columbia Multi-Faceted Entrepreneur Achieves Home Inventory Certification
Congratulations to NICA member Maureen Frost for adding this accomplishment to round out her packing/new home set-up, estate sale auction, and downsizing services. - November 03, 2021 - National Inventory Certification Association
BDA Advises Seedcom Group on Strategic Partnership with KVision
BDA Partners is pleased to announce that its client, Seedcom Group, has received an investment from and entered into a strategic partnership with Kasikorn Vision (“KVision”), a subsidiary of Kasikornbank Public Co. Ltd. The investment amount was not disclosed. BDA Partners was the... - November 02, 2021 - BDA Partners Ltd
Clarion Inn and Suites is Officially Open
Located off I-95 on State Route 52 to Downtown Florence, Clarion Inn and Suites has officially opened its doors today, setting a new standard for Florence hospitality. GM Hospitality purchased and developed the property. The design team encompassed the contemporary elements of modern hospitality. - October 30, 2021 - Daryon Hotels International LLC
The How to Profit from Your Purple: Profit Freedom Conference Presented by Fusion 4 Business and Joyce Chesley Hayward
Author and Profitability Expert, Joyce Chesley Hayward, C.P.A. is hosting this free conference to help business owners and those aspiring in business. The Profit Freedom Conference is a two hour event to help business owners learn how to have more Profit in their business and more Freedom in their life. Entrepreneurs, business owners and any who are ready to take their business to the next level to live the lives they want will gain from joining as Fusion launches this movement. - October 29, 2021 - Fusion 4 Business LLC
Andy Wheeler from Catandra Appears on Leaders Council Podcast
The Leaders Council of Great Britain and Northern Ireland is currently in the process of talking to leadership figures from across the nation in an attempt to understand this universal trait and what it means in Britain and Northern Ireland today. - October 28, 2021 - Catandra Limited
Bahamas’ Institute Benefits from eCom Scotland eAssessment Platform
With over half its multi-million dollar revenue regularly coming from clients outside the UK, the digital learning and assessment specialist, eCom Scotland is used to working with organisations in far-flung, often exotic and, sometimes, remote parts of the world. Among these is the far-from remote... - October 28, 2021 - eCom Learning Solutions
Benchmark International Successfully Facilitated the Transaction Between Warnock Tanner & Associates and Computech
The seller, Warnock Tanner & Associates, has been operating a successful IT services/management company for over 25 years. WTA Consulting’s customers range in size from small local businesses to Fortune 500 businesses. WTA specialized in Complete Consulting, Development &... - October 24, 2021 - Benchmark International
Jatheon Adds Redaction to Cloud Data Archiving and eDiscovery Software
Jatheon Technologies, a tech company specializing in data archiving and ediscovery has announced the addition of the redaction feature to Jatheon Cloud, their AWS-based cloud archiving solution. - October 23, 2021 - Jatheon Technologies Inc.
Dr. Robert Elliot Davis Discusses the Benefits of Leading a Full Gold Open Access Journal
To assist in understanding the complexity of OA and ultimately the benefit of leading an OA journal, Dr. Robert Elliot Davis, from Walden University, USA, discusses his experience in switching his IGI Global journal, International Journal of Standardization Research (IJSR), to a full gold OA journal. - October 21, 2021 - Robert E. Davis, MBA, DBA, CISA, CICA
eCom Scotland Speaks Out on Climate Issues Ahead of COP26
Wendy Edie, Managing Director of the digital learning and assessment specialist, eCom Scotland, believes that producing an agile workforce committed to quality-assessed lifelong learning is the best way for businesses to thrive as climate change forces the adoption of net zero-aligned technologies and business practices. - October 21, 2021 - eCom Learning Solutions
Unity Communications CEO and Founder Patrick Brown Named to Forbes Next 1000 List of Entrepreneurs for 2021
Leading the agency from the ground up, Patrick is projecting revenue of $2.8 million in 2021. - October 20, 2021 - Unity Communications
Benchmark International Successfully Facilitated the Transaction Between Open Learning Holdings (PTY) LTD and Kagiso Capital (PTY) LTD
Benchmark International is pleased to have advised Open Learning Holdings on the sale of their wholly-owned subsidiary, the Open Learning Group (Pty) Ltd, to Kagiso Capital (Pty) Ltd. Open Learning Group (Pty) Ltd (OLG) is a private Higher Education institution specialising in distance learning... - October 16, 2021 - Benchmark International
eCom Scotland’s Answer to Professional Institutes’ Mission-Critical Issues
According to the digital learning and assessment specialist, eCom Scotland, using technology to provide accessible assessments, available "24/7" goes a long way towards helping professional institutes meet their mission-critical issues. In a blog post, eCom explains that those involved... - October 14, 2021 - eCom Learning Solutions
Michael Dillard Releases Book "Accidental Success: Accidental Millionaire Retirement" That Reveals Insights to Get to the Top
Author Michael Dillard is delighted to announce the launch of his new book, "Accidental Success," available on Amazon and Barnes and Noble. "Accidental Success" by Michael sketches out a reliable plan to achieve goals and become successful in life. "Accidental... - October 13, 2021 - Michael Dillard Publishing
SkySparc Strengthens Dutch Presence and Builds for Future Growth
SkySparc, an independent solutions provider, is further strengthening its local market presence by appointing Robert Segaar as country delivery leader for the Netherlands. - October 07, 2021 - SkySparc
Parrish Named Exec VP at FIG Strategy & Consulting
Barry J. Parrish has been named Executive Vice President at FIG Strategy & Consulting of Las Vegas, announced FIG founder and President TaChelle Lawson. Mr. Parrish was most recently Senior Vice President, Strategy & Brand Management for Metropolitan Airways. He has more than 40 years... - October 06, 2021 - FIG Strategy & Consulting
Benchmark International Successfully Facilitated the Transaction Between North Country Family Practice and an Undisclosed Buyer
Benchmark International facilitated the Transaction between North Country Family Practice, P.A., located in Southlake, a suburb of the Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas market, and an undisclosed buyer. North Country Family Practice, P.A. is a Texas-based healthcare provider offering a full range of family... - October 06, 2021 - Benchmark International
Study: Only 30% of Companies Say Their Employees Have Needed Skills for the Future, But Few Understand Workforce Capabilities Today
i4cp study also shows 27% of organizations feel LinkedIn knows more about their employees than they do. - October 05, 2021 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
Gin & Luck Taps FIG for Diversity Assessment
Gin & Luck, the Los Angeles-based hospitality group of management and consulting company Proprietors LLC, has selected FIG Strategy & Consulting to develop a diversity initiative to assess the company’s Death & Co brand’s strategy and progress in developing a comprehensive... - October 04, 2021 - FIG Strategy & Consulting