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Lucintel Estimates China Glass Fiber Market to Register High Growth Over 2013-2018
China’s glass fiber industry is expected to post good growth over 2013-2018. China is one of the world’s fastest growing economies and trade analysts agree that its potential as a market is expected to increase significantly in future. This report considers glass fiber reinforced... - August 21, 2014 - Lucintel
Lucintel Estimates Global Defense Land Vehicle Industry to Grow with a CAGR of 1.3% by 2020
The global defense land vehicle industry is forecast to reach an estimated $32.7 billion by 2020 at a CAGR of 1.3% over the next eight years (2013-2020). North America contributed $14.3 billion, or 47.3% of the market in 2012 based on increasing demand for ground tactical vehicles during 2007-2012.The competitive landscape changed during 2007-2012 and major players such as BAE Systems Plc, General Dynamics, Thales SA, and Navistar International Corporation have retained their positions. - August 20, 2014 - Lucintel
BDA Advises on Sale of Majority Stake in Savera to Partners Group
Business Development Asia ("BDA") is pleased to announce that the shareholders of Suzhou Savera Shangwu Elevator Riding System Co., Ltd. ("Savera”) have signed an agreement with Partners Group to sell a controlling stake in Savera. Originally founded in Spain, Savera has grown... - August 19, 2014 - BDA Partners Ltd
Don’t Blame Your Incompetent Boss; Blame the Peter Principle
Workforce surveys are released each year where workers lament over incompetency of their bosses. Dr. Noelle Nelson, author of Got a Bad Boss? Work that Boss to Get What You Want at Work, says it is not necessarily the fault of the boss that he or she is so incompetent so that work suffers and... - August 19, 2014 - Dr. Noelle Nelson
Junction Creative Solutions Celebrates Its Five-Year Milestone
Junction Creative Solutions (Junction), celebrating its fifth year, provides marketing and strategic services and solutions that support feasible long-term growth across business, brand development, and digital execution for small businesses to Fortune 500 enterprises. - August 18, 2014 - Junction Creative Solutions
The Unique Collection of Hotels and Resorts Receives Eleven Holidaycheck Quality Selection 2014 Awards
Putahracsa - Hua Hin, Nishaville - Prachuap Khiri Khan, Twin Lotus – Koh Lanta, Saree Samui - Mae Nam Beach, The Sunset Beach Resort & Spa Taling Ngam, The Treasure – Koh Madsum, Cham’s House – Koh Kood, Sukhothai Heritage Resort, De Naga Hotel Chiang Mai, The Sevenseas Resort – Koh Kradan and Paradise Beach Resort - Samui receives Holidaycheck Quality Selection 2014 Awards. - August 17, 2014 - The Unique Collection of Hotels and Resorts
Hill, Chesson & Woody Hosts Free Seminar on Healthcare Reform in Greensboro Thursday, Aug. 21
Benefits Consulting Firm Hosts Educational Event to Inform Businesses About the Effects of Healthcare Reform. - August 16, 2014 - Hill, Chesson & Woody
Lucintel’s Report Outlines High Growth for the Global Boating Industry During 2013-2018
The global recreational boat market is expected to witness high growth during 2013 and beyond because the boat market bottomed out recently. The global boat market is expected to grow to $23.8 billion in 2018 with significant growth over the next five years (2013-2018). Inboard and stern drive... - August 16, 2014 - Lucintel
Register Now for Early Bird Discount to L2:Learn-Lead from The John Maxwell Company
Register early to hear international author/speaker John C. Maxwell via live simulcast on October 10th at the Embassy Suites Northwest Arkansas. The content-filled morning from 7:30am-12:00pm will also include time with Linda Kaplan Thaler (creator of the duck for Aflac) – “How Ordinary People Become Extraordinary,” and Tim Sanders (Yahoo executive) – “People Centric Tools for Success.” - August 15, 2014 - AFM
Daniel Levine: Customization Trend is Dominating Consumer Business
The noted trends expert and public speaker is seeing an increase in personalized products. - August 15, 2014 - Daniel Levine
Lucintel Estimates $2,314 Million Market for Global Inspection and Testing Equipment by 2018
The global inspection and testing equipment market in civil engineering is poised for robust growth in the next five years. The testing market is gradually becoming more influential with each passing day as safety and quality control are becoming the basic needs of the civil engineering industry. In APAC region, China and India are the two burgeoning markets for civil engineering inspection and testing equipment. - August 15, 2014 - Lucintel
Lucintel’s Analysis of the Global Smart Grid Market: APAC is Expected to Drive the Global Industry Growth
The global smart grid market has experienced good growth over the last five years and is expected to continue its growth momentum, reaching approximately US $64.3 billion by 2017 with a CAGR of 17% over the next five years. APAC is forecast to lead the market due to the greater potential for generation and consumption increase rates are higher cumulatively for APAC regions. - August 14, 2014 - Lucintel
i4cp Study: Focus Performance Management on Customer Metrics
Performance management is generally considered one of the most unpopular and contentious practices in human resources management. And although the consensus has long been that performance management is a drag, it is not going anywhere—most companies continue to use it in some form or... - August 13, 2014 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
EPP Sponsors the 2014 NJEPA Conference for 12th Straight Year
Emergency Preparedness Partnerships (EPP) is proud to announce its endorsement of the 2014 NJEPA Conference. This is the twelfth year in a row that EPP has sponsored this event, which offers comprehensive educational content delivered via training sessions, lectures, panel discussions, and breakout sessions. - August 13, 2014 - Emergency Preparedness Partnerships
EPP’s Caffrey Receives Merit Award from Atlantic City Electric
Michael Caffrey, Vice President of Operations for Emergency Preparedness Partnerships (EPP) has been presented with Atlantic City Electric’s eighth annual Merit of Excellence Award for Commitment to Public Safety, which is given to individuals or organizations that have demonstrated a strong... - August 13, 2014 - Emergency Preparedness Partnerships
Clarion Group Joins Food Consultants Group
Clarion Group, consultants to companies, colleges and institutions in food service operations, has joined Food Consultants Group, an alliance of independent consulting firms that specialize in food- and food service-related disciplines, Tom Mac Dermott, Clarion Group’s president announced. - August 13, 2014 - Clarion Group
Lucintel’s Report Forecasts APAC to Witness Maximum Growth in Global Home Care Products Industry
The global home care products industry manufactures and sells life improvement and home cleaning products such as dishwashing products, fabric care products, toilet care products, air freshener products, and other general-purpose cleaners. The industry is expected to offer good growth opportunities and reach approximately $146 billion in annual revenue over the next five years. Asia Pacific (APAC) is estimated to experience maximum growth during that period. - August 13, 2014 - Lucintel
Global Speakers Federation Names Internationally Renowned Consultant Lenora Billings-Harris of Excel Development Systems President and Executive Council Chair
Lenora Billings-Harris to lead eleven associations world-wide. - August 12, 2014 - Excel Development Systems
Linea Group Announces Double ISO and OHSAS Certification
Linea Group is proud to announce it is now certified to Internationally recognised quality operating standards. - August 10, 2014 - Linea Group
Daniel Levine: Consumers Are Looking for the Unique
The trends expert is seeing a rise in demand for products that are exotic and new. - August 09, 2014 - Daniel Levine
Professor Patrick Wright Talks Next Practices on CEO Succession
i4cp Issues Latest Edition of From Now to Next - August 08, 2014 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
Zone Marketing Hosting a Day of Smiles to Raise Money for Charity
Zone Marketing is teaming up with Operation Smile, a charity that provides surgeries for children born with a cleft. Zone Marketing will be at Tavern on the Square in downtown Grand Rapids collecting donations and fundraising from Noon-5pm on Sunday August 10th. - August 08, 2014 - Zone Marketing
Inventory Industry Organizations Create Joint Code of Ethics
The National Inventory Certification Association and The Inventory Institute established a combined Code of Ethics for the asset inventory industry. - August 07, 2014 - National Inventory Certification Association
Lucintel Anticipates Market for Adhesives in Global Composites Market to Reach $1,170 Million by 2019
Adhesives in global composites market is expected to reach an estimated value of $1,170 million by 2019. - August 07, 2014 - Lucintel
North Carolina’s Five Major Medical Carriers to Discuss Healthcare Changes, Business Impact Aug. 28
"Healthcare StormTracker" Panel Discussion Returns to the Triangle with Local Broker as Host - August 07, 2014 - Hill, Chesson & Woody
Optima Expands ECM Business Solutions with Acquisition
Reseller and Services Provider of leading Enterprise Content Management software solutions acquires InformaXion Solutions, LLC. - August 06, 2014 - Optima ECM Consulting
FlexSim 7.3 Released with a Focus on Convenience
By combining new features for improved organization and workflow with enhanced visuals, FlexSim version 7.3 maintains the product's status as an industry leader in 3D simulation software. - August 06, 2014 - FlexSim Software Products
Lucintel Anticipates Global Phenolic Resin Market to Reach $13.3 Billion by 2019
The global phenolic resin market is expected to reach an estimated value of $13.3 billion by 2019. The major drivers of phenolic resin market are increasing use of fire retardant materials in automotive, construction and aerospace industry. Phenolic resin is being used in various parts in an... - August 06, 2014 - Lucintel
Arizona Company Teams with New International Partner for Online Coaching iTelecoach, LLC and International Coach Federation (ICF) Create Partnership
Scottsdale based iTelecoach.com, LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of iTel Companies, Inc. (iTel), a Video-as-a-Service (VaaS) company, has formed a partnership with the largest and fastest growing coaching organization worldwide, the International Coach Federation (ICF), a Kentucky corporation, to... - August 04, 2014 - iTel Companies, Inc
Lucintel’s Analysis of Global Skin Care Products Industry: APAC and Rising Living Standards to Drive Revenue to $102.3 Billion in 2018
The global skin care products industry revenue is forecast to reach an estimated $102.3billion in 2018 with good growth over the next five years. Rising living standards and increased spending power are anticipated to drive demand for newer skin care products. - August 02, 2014 - Lucintel
Yvonne Ulmer of Coaching by Design Facilitates Cultural Diversity and Mediation Workshop for Local Lawyers
Certified Professional Coach Yvonne Ulmer of Coaching by Design facilitated a Cultural Diversity and Mediation Workshop as part of a continuing mediation education program for Charles N. Castagna Mediation, Inc. Attendees were local attorneys and judges certified as mediators, professionals... - August 02, 2014 - Coaching by Design
Lucintel Estimates Global Commercial Aerospace Seating Market to Register Moderate Growth over 2013-2020
During the period of 2007-2012, the global commercial aerospace seating market registered significant growth; however, in 2013-2020, it is likely to witness moderate growth and reach $3.5 billion. - August 01, 2014 - Lucintel
Register Now for Early Bird Discount to L2:Learn-Lead Springfield from The John Maxwell Company
Register early to hear international author/speaker John C. Maxwell via live simulcast on October 10th at the Springfield Expo Center. The content-filled morning from 7:30am-12:00pm will also include time with Linda Kaplan Thaler (creator of the duck for Aflac) – “How Ordinary People Become Extraordinary,” and Tim Sanders (Yahoo executive) – “People Centric Tools for Success.” - August 01, 2014 - AFM
The John Maxwell Company Presents L2:Learn-Lead at Fort Smith Convention Center
The John Maxwell Company presents international author/speaker John C. Maxwell, along with Linda Kaplan Thaler and Tim Sanders via live simulcast at the Ft Smith Convention Center on October 10th. Early bird registration is open now to hear Maxwell who has trained over 5 million leaders worldwide,... - August 01, 2014 - AFM
MSSU's Taylor Auditorium site for International Acclaimed Author / Speaker
MSSU's Taylor Auditorium opens to the Joplin community to hear international author/speaker John C. Maxwell via live simulcast on October 10th, 7:30am-12:00pm. Maxwell has written over 75 books and trained over 5 million leaders worldwide, having spoken to diverse audiences such as Fortune 500... - August 01, 2014 - AFM
Lucintel’s PESTLE Analysis of Spain: Economy is Estimated to Reach $1.42 Trillion by 2018
The Euro zone crisis and high fiscal deficit are expected to maintain their adverse effect on Spain’s economic growth, leading to a slow growth rate over the next five years. Lucintel estimates the Spanish economy to grow to $1.42 trillion by 2018. Lucintel, a leading global management... - August 01, 2014 - Lucintel
Kingsgate Recruitment: Can the Recruiter Survive the Rise of the Robots?
The automation of jobs across many industries including recruitment, among other threats, means traditional employment agencies are facing a dilemma felt across the sector: adapt or die. Having just launched their specialist marketing branch, Kingsgate Recruitment explains how small employment agencies can survive the inevitable while championing the heart of any business: its people. - August 01, 2014 - Kingsgate Recruitment
EdTrIn Reveals Its Innovative Business Model to the UK’s Top E-Learning Suppliers
Graeme Coomber, CEO of EdTrIn, has explained his organisation’s aim of managing a lifetime of learning for large numbers of the world’s population. - August 01, 2014 - Learning Light
ASW Global Expands Brand Marketing Fulfillment Services
André Thornton, CEO of Akron-based ASW Global announced that its marketing fulfillment division, Global Promotions & Incentives (GPI) will grow in size, scale, and services with the acquisition of Indianapolis-based firm, Main Event Merchandise Group. Both firms specialize in outsourced... - August 01, 2014 - ASW Global
Hill, Chesson & Woody, Wilmington Health to Discuss Engaging Employees, Healthcare Providers Aug. 5
Benefits Consulting Firm and Healthcare Provider Hosts Seminar to Help Employers Bridge the Gap Between Patients & Health Resources - August 01, 2014 - Hill, Chesson & Woody
Daniel Levine: Organic is Expanding Beyond Food
The trends expert is seeing a rise in the ways in which ordinary products are viewed. - July 31, 2014 - Daniel Levine
A Real Solution to the Current Health Care and Chronic Disease Crises
Twenty years of cross-discipline research has led to the answer to the question, “What makes humans thrive?” Implementation will make the world a whole lot better for everyone, TRUE Prevention—Optimum Health delivers the practical solutions to our most pressing problems. - July 30, 2014 - Happiness 1st Institute
Announcing The Corporate Coach; the Secret Weapon for Your Organization Now Available in New York City
Performance Coaching Can Make a Drastic Difference in Your Bottom Line. - July 30, 2014 - The Corporate Coach
Rick Erling Publishes New Book "Generate More Leads, Customers and Profits! 10 Small Business Strategies to Dominate Any Market"
Does your small business need to generate more leads, attract more clients or customers and make more money? - July 30, 2014 - Town Hall Guide - Business Growth U.S.
Singapore Business Review Awarded PMSquare the International Business Awards 2014 for Consulting
The Singapore Business Review International Business Awards is an initiative to recognize the contributions of International firms to SEA economies. It recognizes the most innovative projects and best practices which significantly enhanced the company's business in SEA region. It recognizes... - July 30, 2014 - PMsquare
Lucintel Forecast: Shale Gas to Challenge Nuclear Energy and Carbon-Intensive Fuels in US in Near Future
The US shale gas hydraulic fracturing industry is expected to witness significant growth over the next five years partially due to government initiatives to substitute natural gas for nuclear energy and carbon-intensive fuels. In the US, the shale gas hydraulic fracturing industry is expected to reach an estimated $15.5 billion in 2018. - July 30, 2014 - Lucintel
The Unique Collection of Hotels & Resorts Appoints New Resort Manager for Cham’s House Koh Kood
Mr. Jan Conny Johansson has been appointed as Resort Manager of Cham’s House Koh Kood in Trat Province, Thailand. - July 29, 2014 - The Unique Collection of Hotels and Resorts
Lucintel Projects Moderate Growth for Global Aerospace APU Market Through 2020
The global aerospace auxiliary power unit (APU) market is anticipated to reach $3.27 billion by 2020. An APU is crucial for an aircraft as it supplies power on the ground and helps start the engines. The factors shaping the APU market include technological advancements for less emission and low maintenance, advanced materials usage, and development of more fuel-efficient APUs. As aircraft markets become mature, the opportunity for APU market growth will increase in developed economies. - July 27, 2014 - Lucintel
Daniel Levine: the "Healthier" Food Trend Keeps Going
The trends expert is seeing a rise in foods that are idealized for healthy properties. - July 26, 2014 - Daniel Levine
Lucintel Identifies Middle Class in China and India as Growth Drivers for Global Skin Care Products Industry Through 2018
Asia Pacific (APAC) has emerged as the fastest-growing region in the global skin care products industry. It is expected to continue that growth momentum over the next five years. The industry is expected to witness good growth with industry revenue reaching an estimated $102.3 billion in 2018. Increased consumption in the huge markets of India and China and in growing economies such as Indonesia and the Philippines are likely to drive growth in the industry. - July 26, 2014 - Lucintel