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EssentiaLink Warns of Conflicker Worm Scheduled to Cause Havoc April 1st
Not keeping operating systems updated is like swimming in shark infested waters with a porterhouse steak strapped to your chest. - March 28, 2009 - EssentiaLink
Business Solutions Provider Pre-employ.com Inc. Awarded Background Screening Contract by Premier Purchasing Partners, LP
Hospitals, Healthcare Providers to Save Time and Money with Outsourced Background Screening Services from Pre-employ.com Inc., a Leading Provider of Pre-employment Screening, Drug Testing, and Risk Management Solutions for Healthcare Organizations. - March 28, 2009 - Pre-Employ.com
North Carolina Climbing Guides Launch Alpine Climbing Classes
Ascent Adventure Consultants, Apex North Carolina based professional rock climbing and mountaineering guides, have launched a course that gives aspiring climbers the opportunity to realize their dreams of standing on top of a snow capped peak in a remote setting, and to develop their climbing and mountaineering skills. - March 28, 2009 - Ascent Adventure Consultants LLC
ActionCOACH of Connecticut Announces Business Excellence Award Winners
ActionCOACH of Connecticut, part of the world’s largest business coaching organization, has named three Connecticut companies winners of its Business Excellence Award for the first quarter of 2009. —Growing Solutions, a full service landscaping service based in Ridgefield, won for... - March 28, 2009 - ActionCOACH of CT
Navicus Expands Talent Management Suite with Integrated Competency and Performance Based Assessments Products from Global Human Asset Systems
Navicus, a leading Employment Screening and Talent Management software service provider, today announced the launch of Talent Intelligence™, a competency and performance based assessment product offering. The introduction of competency and performance based assessments from Global Human Asset... - March 27, 2009 - Navicus, Inc.
Launch of New Public Relations Consultancy, Niche’ 360 Offers Bespoke PR Strategies for Luxury Brands
The region’s first luxury public relations consultancy to service ‘a total 360 to your luxury portfolio.’ - March 27, 2009 - Niche360
Business and Community Leaders to Gather in Chicago to Address Economic Recovery
The economic downturn has impacted the resources that businesses and their partners can provide to minimize community impacts, but this is not stopping dedicated corporate citizens from strategizing about ways to make a difference. A group of companies and organizations are convening to help the nation move past the finger pointing and focus on getting people, businesses, and communities back on their feet. - March 27, 2009 - Business Civic Leadership Center
How to Get a New Job, or be Well-Positioned, in the Event You Are Cut Loose
Get expert Job Search an Career Coaching from Les Gore: Founder and Managing Partner of Executive Search International, Newton, Mass. Over 25 years of human capital and career development experience. - March 27, 2009 - Executive Search International
National Green Hospitality Experts to Speak at Upcoming Global Summit
Executive chairperson Clare Misquitta and event organizers confirmed that Scott Parisi, president of EcoGreenHotel and John Grillo, president of National Energy Services Co., will co-deliver a keynote address at the summit, which is being convened April 15 – 17 at the Bear Creek Mountain Resort and Conference Center in Macungie, PA. - March 27, 2009 - EcoGreenHotel
America the Last Bastion of Belief in Free Trade as Global Blame Game Begins
Anger at governments and the financial services industry is growing, accompanied by pessimism and belt-tightening on a worldwide scale. - March 27, 2009 - FDS International
Winn Technology Group Goes Green
The company's environmental and community efforts have reduced its carbon footprint and benefited local charities and global disaster victims. - March 27, 2009 - Winn Technology Group
Eugene F. Ferraro Receives Wayne J. Wunder Memorial Award
Eugene F. Ferraro, CPP, CFE, PC, CEO and Founder of Business Controls, Inc. was awarded the Wayne J. Wunder Memorial Award at the 2009 NCISS Annual Conference in San Diego, CA. The National Council of Investigation and Security Services, Inc, (NCISS) is an association of professional private... - March 27, 2009 - Business Controls, Inc.
Canalys Announces Netbook Analysis Service
Close monitoring of operator deals provides insight into this emerging channel. - March 27, 2009 - canalys
Lisa Tse Ltd Appointed Creative Partner for Vic Reeves' Art Exhibition
Noted comedian Vic Reeves has an art exhibition in Mayfair, London for which Lisa Tse Ltd has done the branding and produced promotional material including a bespoke microsite. - March 27, 2009 - Lisa Tse Ltd
ACT Consultants to Write ACT Reports for ACT Upgrade
Sage Software recognizes Tech Benders for their ACT Report Writing Expertise - March 27, 2009 - Tech Benders
Woman-Owned National Car Buying Moves to Fort Mill
Fort Mill, SC–Women’s Automotive Solutions, a national automotive consulting firm and car buying service, opened their new corporate headquarters in the vibrant, residential-commercial community of Baxter Village in Fort Mill, SC. Owners and “car chicks”, Michelle Lundy and... - March 27, 2009 - Women's Automotive Solutions
Decline in Global Demand for Forest Products Reduces Timber Prices in China, Reports WRQ
Sawlog prices in China declined for the first time in three years in the 4Q/08 because of reduced demand for lumber, panels and paper products both domestically and from export markets, reports Wood Resource Quarterly. - March 26, 2009 - Wood Resources International LLC
Ensemble Financial Initiates “Advisor Think Tank”
Ensemble Financial Services, a leading independent broker dealer and the leading outsourcing company for independent financial advisors, today announced the successful first meeting of its new Strategic Advisory Board, to identify issues in practice management for independent financial advisors. - March 26, 2009 - Ensemble Financial Services
Seth Kahan Receives Board Approval in Change Leadership
The Society for Advancement of Consulting® (SAC) has approved Seth Kahan to achieve the rare SAC® Board Approved designation in the area of Change Leadership. This means Seth Kahan is a recognized thought leader and exemplar in the area of Change Leadership. - March 26, 2009 - Performance Development Group
Red Bricks Media Celebrates 5 Years of Success
Interactive marketing agency to host exclusive event commemorating 5 years of business and innovation. - March 26, 2009 - Red Bricks Media
Michigan Web Design Firm, Ingenex Digital Marketing Launches New Web Site for Global Manufacturer of Epoxy, WEST SYSTEM
Ingenex, a Michigan based digital marketing, web design, and search engine optimization firm has launched a brand new web site for WEST SYSTEM®. “When it came to selecting a firm to design and launch our new global web site the decision was easy. We chose Ingenex Digital Marketing for... - March 26, 2009 - Ingenex Digital Marketing
Lööve Launches Its New Online Order Management System Developed by Real India AB
Sweden's top trailer manufacturer Lööve , introduce their new online order management system developed by Real India AB. - March 26, 2009 - Real India AB
Garnet-Robins-Baughman and the Homes by Garnet Team at Keller Williams Reality Announce "the Buy Your Dream Home and Share Your Dream with a Neighbor in Need Program"
When you buy a new home thru Garnet Robins-Baughman and the HomesByGarnet Team, they will donate 1% of the purchase price to Doorways for Women and Families (i.e. a $5,000 donation on a $500,000 purchase). If you are outside of their Northern Virginia Service Area they will gladly refer you to a... - March 26, 2009 - HomesByGarnet.com
Lightswitch Architectural Agrees, Your Lightswitch Is Your Vote
Lightswitch Architectural Observes Earth Hour on March 28th, 2009. - March 26, 2009 - Lightswitch Architectural
Creative Community Joins to Solve Health Care Crisis
Amino Lounge: Creative problem solving on consumer engagement in health and health care. - March 26, 2009 - Grossman Design Associates
Over 100 Prospective Franchisees Preview ActionCOACH Opportunity in London
More than 100 prospective franchisees see first-hand the ActionCOACH opportunity at the company’s UK/European conference in London. - March 26, 2009 - ActionCOACH
Inspirational Book Outlines Four Ways for Businesses to Thrive During the Down Economy
Mike Goldman has released a new book which helps organizations thrive in this challenging economic environment. He believes that today’s most successful companies have employees with an incredible passion for what they do. - March 26, 2009 - Performance Breakthrough
ActionCOACH Conducts Program on Business Growth
ActionCOACH of Connecticut, part of the world’s largest business coaching network, is holding its next ProfitCLUB meeting Monday, April 20, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 .p.m. at the ActionCOACH offices, 1175 Post Road East, Westport. There is no charge to attend for the first time, but reservations must be made by calling 203 210.7003 or emailing officeops@optonline.net. - March 26, 2009 - ActionCOACH of CT
Free Brainpower - an On-Line Consultation - a New Way of Doing Business
WAVE Marketing and Communications is pioneering a free on-line consultancy service that allows corporate event buyers or corporate communications directors to tap into the collective experience of the WAVE team. - March 26, 2009 - WAVE Marketing & Communications
ZE PowerGroup Appoints Fran Rolon Director North American Markets
ZE PowerGroup, developers of the ZEMA Data Management and Analysis Suite, is proud to announce the appointment of Fran Rolon to the position of Sales Director, North American Markets. In his role, Fran will be helping current and future clients by matching his deep understanding of both market and... - March 25, 2009 - ZE PowerGroup
Corporate Growth Requires an Integrated Online Presence
ZE PowerGroup Inc. and ZE Power Engineering are pleased to announce the launch of their redesigned and integrated websites. The new design reflects the harmony of the independent business arms of ZE Holdings which includes, the ZEMA Software, Consulting and Power Engineering divisions. The... - March 25, 2009 - ZE PowerGroup
John Spencer Ellis, Author and Fitness Expert, to Guest on “Bare Naked with Nora Klaver”
Ellis, creator of Adventure Bootcamp, will go “bare naked” and reveal past mistakes and lesson learned. - March 25, 2009 - M. Nora Klaver Ltd.
High-Potential Tip: Wow the Boss
A solid work history is more likely to put candidates on the high-potential advancement track if they impress their superiors as well, according to a recent Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp) study. The study found that when it comes to identifying “hi-po” candidates, 86% of... - March 25, 2009 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
Linda Bigler Won the 2009 Coaches’ Choice “NetworkCOACH” Award for North America
ActionCOACH from California won honors at the North American conference – a gathering of the best Business Coaches in the United States, Mexico and Canada. - March 25, 2009 - ActionCOACH
Sylver Consulting Launches Their Innovate, Change & Learn e-Newsletter
Sylver Consulting launches their Innovate, Change & Learn e-newsletter with tips and articles about innovation, changing trends, consumer research and updates on Sylver's current activities. - March 25, 2009 - Sylver Consulting
Quantix Wins 'Oracle Technology Partner of the Year' Award
Quantix, one of the UK’s leading Database & Applications support service providers, has picked up the top prize of ‘Oracle Technology Partner of the Year’ at the annual Oracle Partner awards. The ceremony was held on the 12th March at the Landmark Hotel in London and showcases... - March 25, 2009 - Quantix UK
Steelhenge Consulting Ltd Launches Food Incident Management Programme for the Food Standards Agency with Food Incident Response Workshop
Steelhenge, the UK's leading crisis management and business continuity consultancy, has carried out a food incident response workshop in south west England, launching a three year food incident management programme for the Food Standards Agency. - March 25, 2009 - Steelhenge Consulting Limited
Two Guys from Chicago Decide Not to Participate in Recession
Given the current state of the economy, December of 2008 was not exactly the best of times to be starting a new business. Yet that’s exactly what Daniel Wynn Arguello and John Scalleta did. - March 25, 2009 - Expose Marketing Group
Two Healthcare Vendors Tap Dodge Communications for PR and Marketing Services
Healthcare marketing agency adds Chamberlin Edmonds and Lippincott Williams & Wilkins to its client base. - March 25, 2009 - Dodge Communications
American CyberSystems, Inc. Acquires Computer Managers, Inc. ACS Expands Offerings by Acquiring CMI
Atlanta-based American CyberSystems, Inc. (ACS), a multinational information technology services company offering IT consulting and staffing services, acquired Computer Managers, Inc. (CMI), a full-service IT Solutions firm providing technology consulting services in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic... - March 25, 2009 - American CyberSystems, Inc.
ActionCOACH of Central Pennsylvania Honored as “Firm of the Year”
ActionCOACH of Central Pennsylvania recognized as the ActionCOACH “Firm of the Year” at the 2009 Americas Regional Conference held in Las Vegas, Nevada. - March 25, 2009 - ActionCOACH
BusinessKM Marketing Services Appoints Craven Media as Western US Representative
The Federal Reserve expects the economy to begin recovery by midyear, and in anticipation of the turnaround, BusinessKM, a San Diego based marketing services company has appointed Craven Media of Pasadena, CA as it exclusive representative for the western third of the U.S. as part of their business expansion plans. - March 25, 2009 - BusinessKM, Inc.
American CyberSystems, Inc. Acquires MSI Strategic Solutions ACS Expands by Acquiring MSI Strategic Solutions
Atlanta-based American CyberSystems, Inc. (ACS), a multinational information technology services company offering IT consulting and staffing services, acquired MSI Strategic Solutions (MSI) a full-service IT recruiting firm, and division of MSI International. The acquisition of MSI is the latest... - March 25, 2009 - American CyberSystems, Inc.
American CyberSystems, Inc. Enhances Financial Reporting Capabilities with Oracle 11i: Advancements Provide Immediate Benefit to Clients
Atlanta-based American CyberSystems, Inc. (ACS), a multinational information technology services company offering IT consulting and staffing services, implemented Oracle 11i, part of the Oracle E-Business Suite, including all modules of Oracle Financials: General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts... - March 25, 2009 - American CyberSystems, Inc.
Heidelberg PR Launches New Seminar Series to Bolster Small Businesses
"Mastering Public Relations" is designed for small business owners and non-profit leaders who want to gain more exposure for their organizations and grow their businesses without expensive advertising. The seminar provides "do-it-yourself" tools and strategies to succeed in a tough economy. - March 24, 2009 - Heidelberg PR
ProveIT New Webinar: How to Find Real Business Requirements to Calculate ROI Friday, March 27 at 11:30 AM ET
Businesses are under pressure to buy and build only those solutions that bring the greatest value to their company. This in turn is forcing them to find ways to quantify and communicate the value of their solutions to ever more-circumspect financial officers and senior management. - March 24, 2009 - ProveIT
Jet Advisor's Hires Writer
Jet Advisors hires University of Colorado Journalism Student as Writer. Senior Shoni Gustafson joins company to compose monthly newsletters, press releases, jet descriptions, etc. Shoni Gustafson, a graduating senior in the University of Colorado’s School of Journalism and Mass... - March 24, 2009 - Jet Advisors
Advanced Purification Uses New Green Technology. The Proprietary SanusAer™ Method, Developed by AP, Eliminates Many Pollutants Found in the Indoor Environment.
Advanced Purification, an Indoor Air Quality services company located in central Ohio, has treated many homes and buildings since their launch in November 2008. Using a proprietary green technology called SanusAer™; (Latin for “Healthy Air”) they have successfully used Activated Oxygen to treat a variety of indoor air pollution problems including mold, pet odors, smoke, VOCs, bed bugs, and MRSA. - March 24, 2009 - Advanced Purification
InkPeace Announces Fundraiser Program to Benefit Long Beach Schools
Long Beach-based company partners with LBUSD WRAP in designing and delivering recycling receptacles for inkjet cartridges; firm to split profits 50/50 with area schools. - March 24, 2009 - Inkpeace, LLC
How do You Get the Highest Valuation When You Sell or Retire from Your Business? This Exit Strategy Seminar Conducted by Fairfield Capital and Merrill Lynch Can Help You.
Fairfield Capital M & A advisors will join forces with Merrill Lynch Financial Advisors to help business owners in the CT & NY area learn how to start planning for their business exit. Business Owners can Exit through Acquisitions, Mergers, Business Sales, or passing down to the next generation. Business owners that do not develop a business exit strategy risk losing significant value when the time comes according to a new study. - March 24, 2009 - Fairfield County Capital, LLC