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Change of Public Perception of Retirement Villages Begins with Village Owners
The top challenge for the retirement living industry is the public perception of retirement villages. The first Retirement Communities Industry Survey by Terrapinn showed that the majority of owners of retirement villages declared they are building 'retirement villages' rather than 'lifestyle... - September 26, 2008 - Terrapinn Australia
DJH Construction, Inc. Project Selected to be Showcased in 9th Annual Solar Homes Tour in San Diego
DJH Construction, Inc., an Orange County based solar installation construction company, announced their project has been selected to take part in the 9th Annual Solar Homes Tour in San Diego. Over 40 homes throughout San Diego County is anticipated to participate in this year’s home tour. - September 26, 2008 - DJH Construction, Inc.
WebMetro Helps Internet Marketers Charge Through the Online Advertising Maze
Top interactive agency WebMetro will help Internet marketers navigate past the hype and pinpoint the must-have for online success in a featured session at Online Market World 2008. - September 26, 2008 - WebMetro
Seminar on Leading Your Company Through This Difficult Economy
ActionCOACH of Connecticut, part of the world’s largest business coaching organization, is presenting “Refuse to Participate in the Recession,” a lunchtime program for growth-minded business owners and professionals. The seminar will be held Tuesday, October 14, noon to 2 p.m., at... - September 26, 2008 - ActionCOACH of CT
GovGoGreen Plan Provides ‘Let the Savings Pay - Not the Taxpayer’ for Energy Saving Software CarbonWise
Living Life Green's GovGoGreen Plan provides ‘let the savings pay - not the taxpayer’ for energy saving software CarbonWise. The innovative initiative uses Living Life Green's Kinetic Payment System. - September 26, 2008 - Living Life Green
Graphic Design and Marketing Firm, KoHN Creative, Launches New Web Site
KoHN Creative is happy to announce the launch of their completely redesigned web site. - September 26, 2008 - KoHN Creative
Communications Technology Int'l Inc. Releases "Mini" and "Mini+" Wireless Voting Devices for Audience Participation
Communications Technology International Incorporated (ComTec) has today announced general availability of Fleetwood Reply Mini and Mini+ keypads. Housed in miniature packaging, yet not lacking in functionality, Reply Mini's possess the strength and reliably of regularly sized Fleetwood Reply... - September 25, 2008 - Communications Technology Int'l Inc.
ClickCulture Launches Happy Green Bee Web Site
Lloyd Jacobs, CEO of ClickCulture (www.clickculture.com), a Raleigh-based integrated marketing firm specializing in technology, has announced that the firm has launched a new Web site for Happy Green Bee, an organic cotton clothing company. Happy Green Bee was started by Roxanne Quimby, former... - September 25, 2008 - ClickCulture
NC Lakefront Properties Contracts with Charlotte SEO Agency X-Factor Web Marketing
NC Lakefront Properties has contracted with Charlotte SEO Agency X-Factor Web Marketing, a division of Gotham LLC, to provide professional SEO campaign management, and to promote and drive traffic to the company‘s Website, http://www.nclakefrontproperties.com. The real estate firm owns three... - September 25, 2008 - X-Factor Marketing
B-to-B Website Owners Offered $500 Homepage Analysis at No Cost
Free homepage analysis for B2B website owners – get at least 3 suggestions to improve performance. Evaluation shows site owners how to generate more traffic and achieve better results. - September 25, 2008 - Tatum Marketing
Ahmad Rajab is Impressed by the Win-Win Mindset of ActionCOACH
Ahmad Rajab feels that with the current economic slowdown, more business owners than ever will need the services of an ActionCOACH. - September 25, 2008 - ActionCOACH
Greg Stonehocker Will Achieve His Goals and Gain True Entrepreneurial Freedom by Joining ActionCOACH
Greg Stonehocker- a former athletic coach will now coach business owners to success as an ActionCOACH. - September 25, 2008 - ActionCOACH
Stacey McKibbin Will Achieve Her Goals and Attain True Entrepreneurial Freedom by Joining ActionCOACH
Stacey McKibbin is excited about coaching with new clients and seeing that look on their face as they achieve success. - September 25, 2008 - ActionCOACH
Tammy Gentry Felt Stagnated in Her Corporate Career and Joined ActionCOACH
Tammy Gentry feels that small business owners are a forgotten lot and need the help of professional Business Coaches. - September 25, 2008 - ActionCOACH
Jonathan Booker is the Newest ActionCOACH in England
Jonathan Booker is excited about spreading the ActionCOACH philosophy and culture in his new role as an ActionCOACH. - September 25, 2008 - ActionCOACH
‘Leading’ in Green Luxury
Luxury Limousines of Sacramento is accepted into the US EPA Climate Leaders program for their environmental commitment. - September 25, 2008 - Green Ride Global
Bradbury & Outhwaite Launch with Recession-Busting Agenda for UK Bosses
Executive development and corporate performance consultancy Bradbury & Outhwaite launch in Leeds, UK with recession-busting agenda for Yorkshire bosses. - September 25, 2008 - Bradbury & Outhwaite
BrainSpark Media Wins 2008 WebAward
The Web Marketing Association has awarded BrainSpark Media, a Denver-based interactive agency, the Technology Standard of Excellence Award for the GeoEye, Inc. corporate Web site. The winners of the 2008 WebAwards competition recognize the individual achievement behind the creation of today's top... - September 25, 2008 - BrainSpark Media
New Enhanced Version for Luxury Hospitality Daily
Luxury Hospitality Daily, the online daily on luxury hotels and gourmet restaurants, is launching an enhanced version of its website www.lhdaily.com, which will contain new columns and tools. This website enables hoteliers to broadcast their press releases and best commercial offers and consult... - September 24, 2008 - Luxury Hospitality Daily
NewProductHelp.com Contracted to Promote New Hardware Invention
A Pennsylvania-based inventor contracts NewProductHelp.com to represent his Secure Lock System concept through its New Product Publicity and Marketing program. - September 24, 2008 - New Product Help, Inc.
The Growth Foundation Offers Two Anthony Robbins Seminars to Assist People in Making Life Changes
The Growth Foundation is pleased to announce the launch of two Anthony Robbins seminars which will assist people in achieving their life’s goals. - September 24, 2008 - Growth Foundation
Fusis Becomes Zimbra EU Partner
Fusis Group®, has announced they have signed an agreement with Zimbra Inc to become Zimbra Solutions Partner. - September 24, 2008 - Fusis Group
Pinstripe Marketing Sponsors American Institute of Architects’ Archifest
Pinstripe Marketing is pleased to announce its sponsorship of the American Institute of Architects’ Archifest, a two week celebration of architecture in Central Florida. The Archifest activities include: Architecture + Film: Citizen Architect at Muvico Theater Ybor on September 30,... - September 24, 2008 - Pinstripe Marketing
Tye Maner Group Presents the Impact of Leadership and Motivation to the Leaders of Tomorrow and Their Parents of Today
While most of today’s successful professionals come from diverse backgrounds, most, if not all, possess two things that elevated them to new heights: the ability to lead and motivate others. To help inspire the next generation through skills training and real-life stories, the Tye Maner... - September 24, 2008 - Tye Maner Group
CommodityCareers.com, LLC Launches Global Commodities Career Portal
Energy Executive Search Specialist, Audrey Cullen Davis, launches online portal focused on the international commodity career sector to make immediate impact in environmental, energy, metals, and agricultural job markets. - September 24, 2008 - CommodityCareers.com, LLC
Diversity Programs Now Essential in Corporations
Study Shows that Most Companies Either Have or Will Expand Diversity Strategies Thanks to Globalization. - September 24, 2008 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
‘Most Enterprising Student for the South of England’ Title Awarded to Undergraduate Working at Powerchex
A Business Management undergraduate, who completed a Shell Step work placement in the Docklands pre-employment screening company, Powerchex, has been awarded the title of ‘Most Enterprising Student for the South of England.’ The Shell Step Regional Finals, held at Shell’s... - September 24, 2008 - Powerchex
Mercur USA Announces North American Distribution Network Expansion with Educators Resource
Mercur USA announced today the expansion of their US distribution network with Educators Resource, a wholesale distributor of pre-K -8 learning materials. Mercur USA is the North American operations of Brazilian-based Mercur, a world leader in the manufacturing and marketing of quality school and art supplies since 1924. Mercur USA will offer their full line of educational and select art erasers through Educators Resource. (All erasers are Phthalates and Latex-free.) - September 24, 2008 - AJR & Partners
North Carolina KOA Campgrounds Partner with Signal for Web Marketing Plan with YouTube Videos
Signal, a design, marketing, and technology firm located in Raleigh and Wilmington, NC, announced the development of a new web marketing program for KOA campgrounds located in Wilmington, Smithfield and New Bern, North Carolina. This online marketing program includes a new web site... - September 24, 2008 - Signal Design Inc.
Christian Life Coach Launches Series of Monthly Teleclasses on Time Management
Lynn Jacobs, a Christian life coach located in the greater Nashville area, is launching a series of monthly teleclasses beginning next month. The series, "Managing Your Time God's Way," will begin on October 20, 2008, at 7:00 p.m., with her popular workshop "Time Management in 5 Simple Steps." Although based in Tennessee, Jacobs works with clients around the globe, assisting them in various areas of personal and spiritual growth from a Christian perspective. - September 24, 2008 - Lynn Jacobs, Christian Life Coach
VisionPoint Marketing Sponsors 2008 Speaking of Women’s Health
Diane Kuehn, president and CEO of VisionPoint Marketing (www.visionpointmarketing.com), has announced that the firm is a featured sponsor for the 2008 Speaking of Women’s Health Conference to be held on Saturday, Sept. 27 from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the Raleigh Convention Center, located at 2 E. - September 24, 2008 - VisionPoint Marketing
MMI Associates, Inc. Sponsors International Affairs Council Citizen of the World Event
Patty Briguglio, president of MMI Associates, Inc. (www.mmimarketing.com), a Raleigh-based public relations firm, has announced that the firm will serve as a Diplomat sponsor for the International Affairs Council 2008 Citizen of the World Award Dinner on Thursday, Oct. 16 from 6-9 p.m. at Brier... - September 24, 2008 - MMI
Molly Robbins is Recognized as Emerging Hispanic Leader in Northern California
Latina Business Entrepreneur honored by San Francisco Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. - September 23, 2008 - LicenZing, LLC
Russian Log Export Taxes Will Raise Unemployment in Russia Reports WRI
The Russian Federal Government is trying to assist development of its forest industry by adding export taxes on logs, thereby limiting competition by foreign companies for the Russian timber, as reported by Wood Resource Quarterly. These taxes are currently 25% of the log value (minimum €15/m3) for softwood logs and are scheduled to increase to a minimum of €50/m3 (about US$78/m3) from January 2009. - September 23, 2008 - Wood Resources International LLC
Intertek Announces the Availability of a White Paper “Five Reasons PV Modules Fail Product Certification Testing the First Time”
Intertek (LSE: ITRK), a global leader in testing, inspection and certification services, has announced the availability of a new white paper “Five Reasons PV Modules Fail Product Certification Testing the First Time.” The complimentary whitepaper provides practical information for PV... - September 23, 2008 - Intertek
NewProductHelp.com Contracted to Promote New Golf Invention
A California-based inventor contracts NewProductHelp.com to represent his Pissing Wedge concept through its New Product Publicity and Marketing program. - September 23, 2008 - New Product Help, Inc.
NewProductHelp.com Contracted to Represent New Food Preservation Invention
A Georgia-based inventor contracts NewProductHelp.com to represent her Sandwich Preserver concept through its New Product Publicity and Marketing program. - September 23, 2008 - New Product Help, Inc.
Jetty Marketing Lands Project with High-end Beverage Company
Jetty Marketing was brought in to help a new beverage company with marketing strategy, pricing, and placement initiatives. - September 23, 2008 - Jetty Marketing LLC
GSI Pinpoints Top Five Ways to Maximize Value of an Oracle JD Edwards ERP Implementation or Upgrade
Consultants Discuss Critical Success Factors for ERP Implementations at Oracle OpenWorld. - September 22, 2008 - Global Systems Integration, Inc.
Intertek Announces the Availability of New White Papers on IEC 60601-1 3rd Edition
New publications provide full overview of new and changed requirements. - September 22, 2008 - Intertek
Intertek Offers Free Webinar Explaining Updates on Quality Management Requirements in the Aerospace Industry
New and changed standards can directly impact third-party audits. - September 22, 2008 - Intertek
NewBirth Creative Announces Launch of New Website
NewBirth Creative announced today the launch of their new website and blog, located at http://newbirthcreative.com. Creative Director for the creative design agency, Micah Touchet, said this marks the fifth redesign in about seven years. Several issues were tackled, including usability, available... - September 21, 2008 - NewBirth Creative Design Agency
Executive Coach and Speaker, M. Nora Klaver, Announces New Radio Program "Bare Naked with Nora Klaver"
A VoiceAmerica™ Network radio program celebrating life’s mistakes and triumphs. - September 21, 2008 - M. Nora Klaver Ltd.
Powerchex Launches New Corporate Website
A new, state of the art corporate website launched today, signals the new web presence of leading pre-employment screening firm Powerchex. - September 21, 2008 - Powerchex
Powerchex Awarded Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP)
A Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) between the University of East London and London-based pre-employment screening company Powerchex–– has won approval from the Technology Strategy Board. - September 21, 2008 - Powerchex
International Profit Associates Managing Director Nominated to Receive American Spirit Medal
International Profit Associates (IPA-IBA) Managing Director, John R. Burgess, has been nominated to receive the American Spirit Medal. The American Spirit Medal is the highest honor the National Republican Senatorial Committee (NRSC) can bestow upon an individual. “This prestigious award is... - September 20, 2008 - IPA
IPA President to Serve as Co-Event Chair for ACWIS 2008 Midwest Region Gala Dinner
International Profit Associates (IPA-IBA) President, Gregg Steinberg, along with his wife, Stacy, are serving as co-event chairs for the American Committee for the Weizmann Institute of Science (ACWIS) 2008 Midwest Region Gala Dinner. “The Weizmann Institute of Science, through pure... - September 20, 2008 - IPA
William Shernit to Join DSA’s Federal Advisory Board
Company Welcomes Former Intelsat General Corporation Chief Executive to Elite Group. - September 20, 2008 - Data Systems Analysts, Inc
Jetty Marketing Drew Crowd at Workshop Geared to Help Local Businesses Market Themselves More Effectively
Jetty Marketing LLC (www.jettymarketing.com), a firm that provides marketing services to businesses on an outsourced basis, presented a marketing workshop entitled “Marketing Tips for a Limited Budget.” The event drew an audience of local retailers and business owners. - September 20, 2008 - Jetty Marketing LLC
United Way of Miami-Dade Sharpens Their Fund-Raising Skills Through the Training Provided by the Tye Maner Group
Selling a product is hard enough in today’s economic climate. But for non-profits, fund-raising efforts may be even harder. However, thanks to the Tye Maner Group, the development team at the United Way of Miami-Dade learned how to sharpen their skills for maximize fund-raising... - September 20, 2008 - Tye Maner Group