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iConcept Media Group Announces the Re-Launch of an Innovative Interactive Website
iConcept Media Group – an innovative and creative full service marketing and advertising agency – is proud to announce the re-launch of its website, located at www.iconceptmedia.com. The new site reflects the company’s philosophy and its continually growing services and... - January 31, 2008 - iConcept Media Group
iConcept Media to Host iNetwork2Networth Conference and Expo for New York Small Businesses
iConcept Media and SEG present the Small Business iNetwork2Networth conference and expo, which is designed to give small business owners and executives a chance to network with other professionals while simultaneously learning and promoting their services. - January 31, 2008 - iConcept Media Group
Michael Dudley to Head Production at Verse Group
Michael Dudley has joined Verse Group, an independent brand consulting company. Mr. Dudley, formerly Assistant Vice President and head of brand production for Citi Global Wealth Management, takes the title of Director of Production at Verse Group. Mr. Dudley brings over 15 years experience... - January 31, 2008 - Verse Group
Upscale and Luxury Lodging Transactions Continued at a Swift Pace in 2007
The number of upscale and luxury lodging transactions in 2007 remained high despite rising caution on the part of investors. Over $18 billion in assets sales occurred in 2007, compared to $21 billion in the 2006. - January 28, 2008 - Hospitium
Brian Metz Joins Sterling Research Group, Inc.
Brian Metz has joined Sterling Research Group, Inc. as the Director of Information Technology. Metz will lead the software development department and the IT infrastructure team at Sterling. Prior to coming to Sterling, Metz worked as an Assistant Vice President and Application Development Manager... - January 20, 2008 - Sterling Research Group, Inc.
Sterling Research Group Appoints COO
Jamie Faulkner has been named Chief Operating Officer for Sterling Research Group, Inc. Faulkner previously held the position of Director of Business Development for Sterling. Faulkner will now center on tactical and strategic roles, focusing on short and long-term planning and executing for the... - January 20, 2008 - Sterling Research Group, Inc.
Brandspa's Allan Gormen Chosen as Contributing Editor to NJ CEO Magazine
Branding Expert Allan Gorman's insightful advice columns will start appearing as a regular feature in NJ CEO - The Magazine for New Jersey Business Leaders. His columns will offer helpful advice and tips useful to CEO's and corporate leaders looking to better differentiate their company's offerings and attract better customers. - January 19, 2008 - Brandspa LLC
LRA Worldwide Adds Former Four Seasons Manager Rick Reilly to Its Account Team
LRA Worldwide, Inc., a leader in the consulting discipline of Customer Experience Management (CEM), announced Rick Reilly has joined the firm as an Account Director. Reilly brings a unique combination of skills in customer experience management and luxury hospitality operations and previously worked at Digitas and Four Seasons Hotel Boston. - January 17, 2008 - LRA Worldwide, Inc.
The African-American Voice Lets Your Opinions be Heard by Those That Matter
Community-led website offers strong presence and influence for African-Americans worldwide. - January 17, 2008 - Our African American Voices
Tim Friel Offers Survey Advice as a Speaker at Hartford FICP Meeting
NJ B2B Marketing Firm, Essential Resources LLC, Successful Survey & Market Research Presentation at Financial & Insurance Event. - January 17, 2008 - Essential Resources LLC
Surgical Scalpel Company Develops First Clinically Tested Kitchen Tools
Lassen Scientific, Inc. www.lassenscientific.com a medical product development firm has just been awarded the Orthopedic Research Institute (ORI) Seal of Approval for their Van Vacter Products line www.coolfoodtools.com, a first for kitchen tools in the Housewares Industry. - January 16, 2008 - Lassen Scientific, Inc.
EcoPinion Survey Points to Negative Customer Perceptions of Green Products and Services
New survey results on customer perceptions of green technologies, products and services. - January 15, 2008 - EcoAlign
Coming Out Gay at Work - New Equality Research Reveals New Findings
For many gays and lesbians, coming out gay at work has improved in recent years. But for many it is still fraught with problems. New Out Now research for Millivres Prowler reveals that many gays and lesbians still face equality problems in the workplace if they choose to reveal their sexuality to work colleagues. - January 11, 2008 - Out Now
Gay and Lesbian Travelers Set to Enjoy Better Customer Service
The gay travel and tourism market is keenly targeted in 2008. But many gay and lesbian travelers worry that they may experience customer service levels that can be tainted by discomfort -- or outright homophobia -- when traveling. A new online training program has been launched to address these issues. - January 11, 2008 - Out Now
LRA Worldwide CEO Rob Rush Invited to Serve as Keynote at Troon Golf's Annual Management Conference
Rob Rush, a leader in the rapidly-growing consulting discipline of Customer Experience Management (CEM), will speak to the leadership of Troon Golf on how best to “Take Great Customer Experiences to the Bank” at the 10th Troon Golf Annual Management Conference next week in Scottsdale,... - January 10, 2008 - LRA Worldwide, Inc.
AVID Soccer Equipment Review Announces the 2007 Award Winners
The AVID Soccer Equipment Review finishes its most successful year yet with their annual awards. They salute the three manufacturers taking home awards as well as their Retailer of the Year. - January 07, 2008 - AVID Soccer Equipment Review
AVID Soccer Announces 2008 Shoot-Out Schedule
In 2007, the AVID Soccer Equipment Review held its first product shoot-outs. They proved to be the most read articles of the year. The 2008 schedule has been posted for manufacturers wishing to participate. - January 07, 2008 - AVID Soccer Equipment Review
Market Equations Launches its Market Research Center in Bangalore, India
Market Equations launches its Market Research Knowledge Center in Bangalore, India with a commitment to provide customers the best in terms of talented intellectual resources, high value-low cost pricing advantages and a 24/7 support commitment unmatched by any other in the Industry. Today,... - January 07, 2008 - Market Equations
Presidential Election: Dentists Pick Romney and Clinton
When asked about the upcoming presidential election, two out of three dentists said they favor the Republicans. Dentists' top Republican candidate is Mitt Romney, while Hillary Clinton is the Democratic candidate dentists prefer. Dentists' opinions matter, as they see over 30 million Americans each month. - January 04, 2008 - The Wealthy Dentist
Seattle Area Foreclosures Increase 47 Percent in 2007
Less than one percent of King County homes enter foreclosure process - January 03, 2008 - Default Research Inc
Detroit Area Foreclosures Increase 108 Percent in 2007
Wayne County Has 29,646 Foreclosures - January 03, 2008 - Default Research Inc
South Florida Foreclosures Increase 35 Percent in 2007
Broward and Miami-Dade Counties Both See Over 13,000 Foreclosures - January 03, 2008 - Default Research Inc
Warwick International Hotels and LRA Worldwide Partner on Four Diamond Guest Experience Evaluation Program
Warwick International Hotels (WIH), a leading provider of luxury hotel accommodations in more than 40 select cities throughout the world, has partnered with LRA Worldwide, Inc. to evaluate the guest experience at its five North American properties. The program is designed to assess the Warwick... - January 03, 2008 - LRA Worldwide, Inc.
Global B2B Customer Reach on www.AttractiveCities.com
New B2B Internet advertising media will let businesses showcase themselves to a global B2B target customer audience. - December 22, 2007 - AsiaBIZ Strategy Pte Ltd
RocSearch & CII Launch Outsourcing Study Titled ‘Managing Skills & Knowledge in the Indian Services Outsourcing Sector’
Manpower woes continue to plague the Indian outsourcing industry as it grapples with the issues of sourcing, training and retaining skilled manpower while trying to sustain a rapid rate of growth. This crucial aspect is underscored in the latest white paper from RocSearch & CII, launched at the... - December 20, 2007 - RocSearch India Private Limited
McKinley Marketing Partners Increases Staff by 40%
Senior team brought in to increase revenue and introduce new value-added service line. - December 19, 2007 - McKinley Marketing Partners
McKinley Marketing Partners’ CEO Michelle Boggs Honored by Women’s Business Enterprise National Council
Michelle Boggs, CEO of McKinley Marketing Partners is being honored by the Women's Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC), the leading advocate for women's businesses as suppliers to the nation's leading corporations. WBENC has just released its annual list of the 2008 Women’s Business... - December 19, 2007 - McKinley Marketing Partners
LRA Worldwide Participates in Study on Customer Experience Design for Service
LRA Worldwide, Inc., one of the leaders in the rapidly-growing field of Customer Experience Management, recently participated in a study titled “Customer Experience (cX) Design for Services.” Sponsored by Peer Insight LLC, the multi-phased study brought together thought leaders in... - December 19, 2007 - LRA Worldwide, Inc.
Dental Marketing Resolutions: Dentists Vow to Make It Big in the New Year
When The Wealthy Dentist asked dentists about their New Year's resolutions for 2008, most pointed to acquiring new patients and expanding their dental practice marketing efforts. Much like other people, dentists also cited goals such as improving their health and spending more time with their families. - December 17, 2007 - The Wealthy Dentist
Cosmetic Dentistry Made Easier: Dental Makeover Portal 1stCosmeticDentist.com Launches
Consumer information site 1stCosmeticDentist.com provides local listings of dentists who offer cosmetic dentistry, as well as a variety of cosmetic dental educational resources. - December 17, 2007 - The Wealthy Dentist
Technology Tops 2007 List for Most Memorable New Products
The Apple iPhone topped the list of the Sixth Annual Most Memorable New Product Launch Survey. The study, sponsored by Schneider Associates, BNP Media’s New Products Magazine and IRI and conducted by comScore, surveyed consumers about the most memorable new product launches of the year & consumer behavior trends. 77 percent of respondents failed to name a single product in the Top 50 new products launched in 2007. - December 17, 2007 - Schneider Associates
American Executive Centers Selects LRA Worldwide to Enhance the Client Experience
American Executive Centers (AEC), the leader in high-end executive office space in Philadelphia and its suburbs, has partnered with LRA Worldwide, Inc. to develop solutions to better meet their client-tenant’s ever-evolving service requirements. AEC has distinguished itself in the marketplace... - December 10, 2007 - LRA Worldwide, Inc.
ComTec Releases Software for Reply Plus
Communications Technology Int'l Inc. releases audience response system control software for Fleetwood's Reply Plus® wireless voting system. - December 09, 2007 - Communications Technology Int'l Inc.
One-Third of Dentists Find Dental Marketing Restricted by Dental Boards
Most general dentists fully support dental boards, but one in three dentists expresses frustration at the restrictions many state dental boards impose on dental marketing. Though intended to protect consumers, some dentists consider the rules a restraint of trade. - December 08, 2007 - The Wealthy Dentist
Evalueserve Listed in the Top 50 Market Research, Reports and Services (MRRS) Companies Globally
Outsell ranks Evalueserve as a “Rising Star” in research and analytics, rating the firm amongst the fastest growing worldwide. - December 05, 2007 - Evalueserve
Sedation Dentistry: Whose Interests Are We Protecting?
Most general dentists offer sedation dentistry to their dental patients, according to a recent Wealthy Dentist survey. Dentists and patients alike rave about the benefits of oral conscious sedation dentistry. - December 04, 2007 - The Wealthy Dentist
Fluoridated Water vs. "Mass Medication" - Dentists Speak Out
Most general dentists fully support the fluoridation of community water supplies, according to a recent Wealthy Dentist survey. However, a vocal minority is concerned about the possible side effects of such "mass medication." - December 03, 2007 - The Wealthy Dentist
An Innovative Decision Tactics & Luth Research Joint Behavioral Segmentation Study Reveals How Shoppers Choose Digital Cameras.
Decision Tactics, a division of ITGi Inc. today announced that it has successfully completed a comprehensive behavioral segmentation program for Luth Research, a leading market research firm. - November 30, 2007 - Decision Tactics
Detroit Foreclosures Up 118 Percent in September 2007
Company to Offer Free Foreclosure Leads at Detroit Area Convention - November 29, 2007 - Default Research Inc
First Mass Email Poll Publishes Immediate Campaign Results
New Website Offers Universal Email Polling for Presidential Candidates and Exposes Popularity Trends as they Occur - November 29, 2007 - Texas Intelligent Intergration, L.L.C.
State Central Bank Receives Award for Highest 12-Month CD Rate in Dubuque, Iowa
U.S. Ranking Institute’s Platinum Award Honors the Achievement - November 28, 2007 - U.S. Ranking Institute
Green Gap Confirmed Between Consumers and Companies in Regard to Communications and Language
First EcoPinion Survey Confirms Green Gap Exists Between Consumers and Companies in Regard to Communications and Language; DEFG LLC Launches EcoAlign; Survey Report Available at No Charge - November 20, 2007 - EcoAlign
Business Research Expert Explores What It Means to "Get It" and How to "Get It"
What it means to get it and how to get it. - November 17, 2007 - Ambeck Enterprise
Evalueserve – a Finalist for the Global Entrepolis @ Singapore Award
Evalueserve has been short-listed as one of six finalists for the Global Entrepolis @ Singapore Award presented by Wall Street Journal Asia & the Economic Development Board of Singapore. - November 17, 2007 - Evalueserve
California Foreclosures Increase 221 Percent in October 2007
Foreclosures Increase More by 18,975 in One Year - November 16, 2007 - Default Research Inc
Rocketshop Updates Corporate Look and Feel for Sharp Microelectronics of the Americas with New Brand Platform
Today, Rocketshop, a full-service marketing and advertising firm, announced a recent brand refresh for its client Sharp Microelectronics of the Americas (SMA). The new look and feel for SMA, based in Camas, Wash., was designed to reinforce the company’s commitment to bringing innovative... - November 15, 2007 - Rocketshop
Maro Lablance Joins Resolution Research®
Resolution Research & Marketing, Inc.®, a marketing research firm specializing in executive, consumer, public opinion and branding studies, has added Project Director Maro LaBlance to its diverse staff of professionals. “Maro has very specialized experience in the market research... - November 14, 2007 - Resolution Research & Marketing, Inc.
Visible Theory Wins Four 2007 American Graphic Design Awards
Visible Theory recognized for Branding & Point of Sale Material; multiple wins for Web Site Design & Development - November 14, 2007 - Visible Theory
Arizona Foreclosures Increase 164 Percent in October 2007
Maricopa and Pima Counties See 2,829 New Foreclosures in October 2007 - November 10, 2007 - Default Research Inc
Seattle Foreclosures Increase 21 Percent in October 2007
336 New Foreclosures Filed in King County - November 10, 2007 - Default Research Inc