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NewProductHelp.com to Spearhead Marketing Campaign for TC Shade Invention
James C., Texas-based inventor, has contracted South Florida invention assistance leader NewProductHelp.com to represent his TC Shade invention to industry over the next 2 years. An innovative new automotive product designed to alleviate a common problem during hot weather, the TC Shade features a... - December 24, 2011 - New Product Help, Inc.
NewProductHelp.com Tabbed to Represent Reilly Tray Invention to Industry
Marie R., New York resident and inventor, has contracted South Florida invention assistance leader NewProductHelp.com to represent her Reilly Tray invention to potential licensees over the next 2 years. An innovative new product designed to facilitate the safe and efficient delivery of food and... - December 24, 2011 - New Product Help, Inc.
NewProductHelp.com Set to Represent Easy Roller Invention to Industry Worldwide
Matthew S., Missouri resident and inventor, has contracted South Florida invention assistance leader NewProductHelp.com to represent his Easy Roller invention to potential licensees in industry over the next 2 years. An innovative and functional improvement on a standard baby product, the Easy... - December 24, 2011 - New Product Help, Inc.
MMI Public Relations Recognized by Stevie Awards for Women in Business
Local Public Relations Firm Named a Finalist in Communications and Public Relations Category. - December 24, 2011 - MMI
Focus Business Management Institute Announces Addition of Jim Matero as Business Consultant
Focus Business Management Institute, the industry leader in retail jewelry consulting, today announced that Jim Matero has joined Focus as a Business Consultant. Matero has owned and operated Jaymark Jewelers in Cold Springs NY for the past 30 years. Matero will be turning the day-to-day operations... - December 24, 2011 - Focus Business Management Institute
The Expansion of Pulp Production in China Continues and the Lack of Domestic Wood Fiber Sources Has Resulted in Record Imports of Wood Chips in 2011
Chinese pulp mills increasingly have to rely on imported wood chips for their wood fiber needs. In 2011, record volumes are being imported mainly from hardwood plantations in Vietnam, Thailand and Indonesia. Imported wood chip costs from Vietnam have gone up 40 percent in two years and are closing in on costs for chips shipped to Japan, according to the Wood Resource Quarterly. - December 23, 2011 - Wood Resources International LLC
Apollo Hospitals Surgeons Visit New York to Learn New Technique in Incision Free Bariatric Surgery: Will be Pioneers in This Field in South Asia
Drs. PK Reddy, Arun Prasad and Rajkumar Palaniappan, three experienced bariatric surgeons from India’s premier private healthcare group, Apollo Hospitals, recently visited New York to learn cutting edge endoluminal techniques in bariatric surgery. They all attended a one-day animal laboratory... - December 23, 2011 - Prime Source
Regional Leaders Move to Redefine the Asian Brand at the 4th Shape the World Conference Hosted by Consulus
"I think the conference had the right focus. There are more than three billion people in Asia. Our share of the world’s GDP is growing, which means our companies, our business and political leaders, need to step up and drive business," said Idris T. Vasi, CEO at DST, the leading telecommunications company in Brunei Darussalam. - December 23, 2011 - Consulus Pte Ltd
New RiechesBaird “Branding Business” Radio Show Unveils the Strategy Behind Branding an Educational Institution
Gary Brahm, Chancellor and CEO of Brandman University, describes the process the educational institution took to differentiate itself to students and stakeholders. - December 23, 2011 - BrandingBusiness
BiOWiSH Technologies Forms New Subsidiary in ASEAN
BiOWiSH Technologies has formed a new subsidiary, BiOWiSH ASEAN, to provide strategic focus on the ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) region which is slated to become a free-trade zone by 2015. An irrevocable license for commercialization and an option to manufacture BiOWiSH™... - December 23, 2011 - BiOWiSH Technologies
CAI Names Janice Clemons Account Manager for Triad Market
Human Resource Management Firm Welcomes Newest Account Manager to Triad Staff - December 23, 2011 - CAI
Veteran Firms in the Nuclear Industry Announce New Venture
Veteran Firms in the Nuclear Industry Announce New Venture Combining Expertise, Resources to Address Seismic Hazards & Risk Assessment Two veteran firms in the nuclear industry, Engineering Planning and Management (EPM) and Nuclear Safety Associates (NSA), are combining their expertise in... - December 23, 2011 - Nuclear Safety Associates
Couples Can Fight Conflict Escalation by Using a Quick Solution That Works
When fighting, most couples tend to use aggressive interactions that end up destroying the relationships. This program teaches parties to hone new communication skills in order to resolve the issue and preserve the relationship. - December 23, 2011 - Creative Conflict Resolutions
Tee-Links.com is Now Linking Active Golfers with Local South Florida Golf Clubs Providing a Complete Golf Experience
Introducing Tee-links.com, a new South Florida Golf portal, designed to connect Local Golf Clubs with Local Golfers. - December 23, 2011 - Tee-Links.com
Pacific Timesheet Announces New SaaS Cloud Crew Timesheet Pricing for Construction and Field Services Customers
Cloud Crew Timesheets will allow for various licensing packages and lower costs. - December 22, 2011 - Pacific Timesheet
Edgilis Reaffirms Its Leadership as Asia's Top Railways Risk & Safety Consultancy with the Appointment of New Managing Director Brian Wong
Edgilis is pleased to announce the appointment of Brian Wong as Managing Director to head its Risk & Safety Management practice, effective today. Brian comes with a wealth of experience servicing the infrastructure, energy and transportation industries, having spent the last ten years leading risk and safety assurance teams in Asia. - December 22, 2011 - Edgilis
Pawsitive Perks New Pet Retail Mobile App and Mobile-Friendly Website Service Helps Pet Supply Stores Reach Customers on Smartphones
Pawsitive Perks introduces an affordable, quick way for pet retailers to create a custom mobile app for customers who want the stores’ directions, hours, and loyalty rewards via their smartphones. - December 22, 2011 - Pawsitive Perks
Phorum National Cloud Computing Conference to be Held in Philadelphia
The Greater Philadelphia Alliance for Capital and Technologies (PACT), in partnership with Dell Inc. and Fairmount Partners, today announced plans for its inaugural Phorum technology conference for business and technology executives. Phorum 2012, to be held March 28, 2012 at World Cafe Live in... - December 22, 2011 - Slice Communications
BioPharm Systems and Valiance Partners to Host Webinar on How to Migrate Drug Safety and Pharmacovigilance Data Cost-Effectively and with Minimum Risk
Leading software implementation and migration experts will discuss how to successfully approach a drug safety and pharmacovigilance system migration project. - December 22, 2011 - BioPharm Systems
Junction Creative Solutions Expands Client Portfolio to Thrive in 2011
Junction Creative Solutions (Junction), an Atlanta-based hybrid strategic firm founded in 2008, marks the end of 2011 by posting 300% growth, its second triple-digit-growth year in a row. This substantial increase is complemented by a host of new clients as well as an expansion of Junction’s... - December 22, 2011 - Junction Creative Solutions
Wind Turbine OEMs Compete to Meet Higher Technology and Lower Price Expectations
MAKE Consulting has published its annual Wind Turbine Trends report. Analyzing an industry that faces intensifying challenges of wind development constraints, higher demands of wind asset owners and narrowing price premiums, MAKE expects technology to play a critical role in determining the success of wind energy market players. - December 22, 2011 - MAKE Consulting
InfoCom Uncovers Data-Only MVNOs Strategies, Which Use Mobile Broadband to Add Value
Mobile connectivity added to products or services to increase value — Players adopt full MVNO approach and customised tariffs — Mobile broadband also used to defend a competitive advantage. - December 22, 2011 - Infocom GmbH
Media Made for You Adds Pro Tech to Its Roster of Companies Seeking Small Business Marketing Options
Media Made for You is proud to announce that Pro Tech of Mesa has signed on as the latest company to take advantage of the company's media rich, digital signage marketing solution. Tempe-based Media Made for You offers a small business marketing solution that markets businesses to their customers... - December 22, 2011 - Media Made for You
Christmas Cash from MD247.Com
Seminole Florida based concierge Telemedicine Company MD247.Com announced a unique opportunity for their Facebook fans to win “Christmas Cash!” The contest is a viral campaign aimed at spreading health and wellness information across the Facebook platform, while building brand... - December 21, 2011 - MD247.Com
Belcan Staffing Solutions Supports American Cancer Society on Behalf of Customers
To celebrate the season of giving, Belcan Staffing Solutions presented a check this week to the American Cancer Society on behalf of its customers and corporate team. “Everyone – our employees and customers alike – knows someone affected by cancer,” said Leigh Ann Pagnard,... - December 21, 2011 - Belcan Corporation
Energy Education CEO Earns Engineering Doctorate
Energy Education Chief Executive Officer Randy Hoff, PE, CEM, CMVP, has earned his Doctor of Engineering in Engineering Management from Southern Methodist University, completing the multi-year effort with acceptance of his dissertation on “Clustering Based Optimal Consulting Routing and Assignment.” - December 21, 2011 - Energy Education
Bizagi Wins 2 Gold Awards for Excellence in Business Process Management (BPM)
WfMC, BPM.com and Future Strategies Inc. announced today the winners of the 2011 Excellence Awards in BPM and Workflow. Bizagi was recognized with 2 Gold Awards in the Middle East-Africa Region and the Pacific Rim Region. - December 21, 2011 - Bizagi Limited
B2C E-Commerce is Gaining More Ground Worldwide
The recently published report series by Hamburg-based market research firm yStats.com analyzes in all detail various aspects of global B2C E-Commerce. Aside from general market trends, major players, product categories and trends are analysed and presented in more than 60 countries, resulting in a comprehensive overview of global B2C E-Commerce trends. - December 21, 2011 - yStats.com GmbH & Co. KG
Strong Market Growth in BRIC Countries
In its latest “BRIC B2C E-Commerce Report 2011,” Hamburg-based market research firm yStats.com analyzes B2C E-Commerce in Brazil, Russia, India and China. In addition to revenue figures, competitors and product categories, the report features internet user statistics, online shoppers and recent trends. - December 21, 2011 - yStats.com GmbH & Co. KG
Great Growth Potential for Latin American B2C E-Commerce
In its “Latin America B2C E-Commerce Report 2011,” Hamburg-based market research firm yStats.com analyzes B2C E-Commerce in large parts of Latin America. The report features the biggest B2C E-Commerce players, revenue figures and internet users, along with online shoppers and recent trends. In addition to Brazil, which is the most important market, developments in nine other Latin American countries are highlighted as well. - December 21, 2011 - yStats.com GmbH & Co. KG
B2C E-Commerce Continues Its Growth in Brazil
The “Brazil B2C E-Commerce Report 2011,” published by Hamburg-based market research firm yStats.com gives a detailed overview of B2C E-Commerce in Brazil. In addition to data on internet users and online shoppers, it presents revenue figures, the major players, product categories and trends. - December 21, 2011 - yStats.com GmbH & Co. KG
National Injury Attorney Network Sets Goal to Reduce Traffic-Related Injury Accidents
The nationwide consortium of personal injury attorneys known as “NIAN” or the National Injury Attorney Network (www.nationalinjuryattorneynetwork.com) has launched a recent campaign that to most would seem counterproductive to growing their firms: they are actually campaigning to reduce... - December 21, 2011 - National Injury Attorney Network
Retailer VILLA and Community Recycling Join Forces to Recycle Shoes and Clothes
Philadelphia based retailer VILLA Join the Movement, in partnership with Community Recycling, introduced in-store shoe and clothing recycling for all of their customers in the Philly Metro region. With bins placed in all store locations, the goal is to raise awareness and education about the need to participate regularly in textile recycling, where all of the secondhand goods are destined for reuse. - December 20, 2011 - Community Recycling
Small Business Winners Announced for the 2011 Annual KOSBE Awards
The Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship (KOSBE) has named the winners of the 17th Annual KOSBE Awards last night at the celebration ceremony held at BANQ in downtown, Kingsport. Tal’s Auto and Truck Repair (Tal Musick) took First Place in the category for... - December 19, 2011 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
Dr. Energy Saver Lansing Collects Toys for Tots Donations
Dr. Energy Saver Lansing helped collect donations for Toy for Tots. They offered free energy audits to anyone who donated $50 or more to the foundation. - December 19, 2011 - Dr. Energy Saver Lansing
Finding Time’s Solo-E Certified Expert Offers Tips to Make More Time in the New Year
Heart-Based Time Management™ Expert, Master Coach and Mentor shares ideas as part of, It's About Time Week (Dec 25-31). - December 19, 2011 - Finding Time
MarketingAutomation.com Releases "Top 20 Small Business Friendly" Vendors List
MarketingAutomation.com released a report today listing their Top 20 List of "Small-Business-Friendly Vendors." The company looked at over 70 marketing automation vendors and narrowed it down to 20 vendors. - December 18, 2011 - MarketingAutomation.com
Infinite Promotes New Member to Management Team and Plans to Expand Again in the First Quarter of 2012
The company has recently promoted new executive leadership and will be taking on a third client in the beginning of the year. - December 18, 2011 - Infinite
One Stop Green Partners with Bovay Engineers to Design and Install Solar PV Systems for Commercial Buildings
One Stop Green and Bovay Engineering have partnered to design and install solar photovoltaic systems, capitalizing on One Stop Green's status as a leading Green Tech supply company and Bovay Engineering's expertise in solar photovoltaic system design. - December 18, 2011 - One Stop Green
Metrics Marketing Group Wins Top Honors at 2011 Interactive Media Awards
Cleveland Marketing Firm Awarded Best in Class for Hyatt Legal Plans Website and Outstanding Achievement for Spirit of Blue Website - December 18, 2011 - Metrics Marketing Group
BTEC Announces Dec. 20 Webinar: Biomass Thermal Energy Market Outlook: 2012 - 2015
Biomass experts outline future economic growth of industry in the final WERC webinar - December 18, 2011 - Biomass Thermal Energy Council
360 Protection Introduce Cat 6 Data Wiring Installation to Their Catalogue of Services
Leading data wiring specialists 360 Protection have recently announced that they will now be offering Cat 6 data wiring services to their country-wide client-base. These new wiring services are designed to help support faster and more secure data transfer with speeds that can reach as a high as two... - December 18, 2011 - 360 Protection
Premier Hotels of the World™ and Availpro Announce Extended Partnership
Premier Hotels of the World™ announces today its extended Partnership with Availpro the Industry Leader in Online Distribution for Hotels. Availpro and Premier Hotels of the World™ work together to develop a unique Online Distribution Extranet Solution including Booking Engines (Web... - December 18, 2011 - Premier Hotels of the World Ltd
Weaker Lumber Markets Are Causing Global Sawlog Prices to Fall for First Time Since Early 2009
Slowing lumber markets throughout the world have resulted in declining sawlog prices in many of the major lumber-producing regions in Europe and North America, according to the Wood Resource Quarterly. The biggest price reductions occurred in Japan, Sweden, Poland and Russia. - December 17, 2011 - Wood Resources International LLC
Alexander Proudfoot Welcomes Robert A. Lutz to Global Advisory Board
The Alexander Proudfoot Company, a leading global operational consultancy, has appointed Robert A. Lutz, recently retired Vice-Chairman of General Motors, to the company’s Global Advisory Board. The Board plays a vital role in Proudfoot’s strategy and value-added business approach and... - December 17, 2011 - Alexander Proudfoot
ATC Financial Selects The Partnership as Ad Agency of Record
Top Atlanta Advertising Agency Continues 2011 Growth - December 17, 2011 - The Partnership
Retrotech Named to Food Logistics 100 List
For the second consecutive year Retrotech has been named to the Food Logistics 100 list of top technology and software providers. - December 17, 2011 - Retrotech Inc.
LITEBI's State-of-the-Art Cloud Computing Business Intelligence for Logistics
LITEBI, following its philosophy of continuous improvement, has signed an agreement with Visual Trans, leader of Management software for forwarders, consignors, customs officers and global logistic operators, thanks to its excellence in the after-sales service. - December 17, 2011 - LITEBI
Shelly Lazarus, Chairman of Ogilvy & Mather, Explains Importance of Innovation on The CEO TV Show with Robert Reiss
The CEO TV Show with host Robert Reiss in this episode interviews Shelly Lazarus, Chairman and former long-time CEO of Ogilvy & Mather, one of the leading advertising agencies in the world. The Lazarus interview focuses on the importance of innovation in business. Lazarus talks about the characteristics and essentials of innovation: The difficulties of innovating, its fragility, obstacles, and the role of corporate culture in fostering innovation. - December 17, 2011 - Reissource, LLC
What do You do if Santa Brings You a Pink Slip for Christmas? Job Seeker and Author Shares His Holiday Surprise and Recommendations.
Yusuf Wilson, 20 year financial services executive, author, and career coach shares advice about overcoming downsizing, lay-offs and economic set-backs in this tough economy. He tells his personal and revealing story in the article, "Laid Off Again But Determined..... a Job Seekers Private... - December 17, 2011 - Wilson Consulting & Training Systems