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e-Business Profits Now Available to Businesses in Brooklyn - Queens
World’s Largest Internet Consultants Open Office in Brooklyn-Queens Area - November 04, 2007 - WSI Internet
e-Business Profits Now Available to Businesses in the Los Angeles area
WSI continues its expansion in Southern California with the opening of its newest office in Simi Valley, California. WSI has helped thousands of companies build profitable web solutions around the globe and is now bringing that expertise to the metro Los Angeles area. - November 04, 2007 - WSI Internet
Powerchex Declared National Finalist in NatWest's Thames Gateway Business of the Year Awards
City Pre-employment screening company Powerchex is declared national finalist in the NatWest Thames Gateway Business Awards after being mocked by the Dragons in the BBC's popular show Dragon's Den. Though founded less than three years ago Powerchex was nominated finalist in three categories: Business of the Year, Growth Business of the Year and Business Person of the Year. - November 04, 2007 - Powerchex
BDA Advises Apar Industries, India, on the Sale of Its Polymer Division to Eliokem, France
Business Development Asia LLC ("BDA") advised Apar Industries Ltd (Apar), a publicly traded, Indian industrial group, on its agreement with France-based Eliokem International, an AXA Private Equity portfolio company which makes specialty chemicals, for the sale of Apar’s polymer business located in Valia (India). - November 03, 2007 - BDA Partners Ltd
National Retail Federation Foundation and IBM to Sponsor Sixth "State of the Industry" Study
Success of data-rich trend study across multiple retail functions and segments depends on executive participation. - November 03, 2007 - Resolution Research & Marketing, Inc.
Danny Meyer, President of Union Square Hospitality Group, Interviews on The CEO Show with Robert Reiss
Danny Meyer, Restaurateur and President of Union Square Hospitality Group, interviews on The CEO Show with Robert Reiss, Sunday November 4, 2007, discussing the concepts that have gained him recognition as America’s most innovative restaurateur. Reiss asks about the significance of the... - November 03, 2007 - Reissource, LLC
New Labor Forecast Predicts Decrease in Demand for Temporary Workers in 2007 Fourth Quarter
Demand for temporary workers in the United States for the fourth quarter of 2007 is expected to fall approximately 3.9 percent over the same period in 2006, according to the newly launched Palmer Forecast™, released today. "The decrease in demand for temporary workers appears to be... - November 03, 2007 - G Palmer and Associates
Working Mum’s Company Wins Service Business of the Year Award
Working mum Alexandra Kelly proved that you can juggle both family and business when her company Powerchex won the Service Business of the Year Award at the national NatWest Startups Awards. Mother of two and managing director Alexandra said, “Winning this award proves that anyone can do it,... - November 03, 2007 - Powerchex
Local Search Marketing Now Offered by Cue Blocks Technologies
Cue Blocks Technologies is an Internet Marketing, Web Designing & Business Consulting company offering specialized services in Web Designing, SEO, PPC, Local Search Marketing, RSS Marketing, Link Building, Usability & Accessibility, Custom Blog design, Content Syndication, SEO Copywriting, Online Business Profitability & Business offshoring. CueBlocks offers a bespoke Online Marketing Plan to its customers to help them carve out the most effective online marketing strategy for their business. - November 03, 2007 - CueBlocks Technologies Pvt Ltd
IPA-IBA President Participates in Radio Show for Business Professionals
President Gregg Steinberg was selected to participate in a segment on “Coaching the Information Technology and Service Sales Force” for the Insights on Coaching Radio Show. - November 02, 2007 - IPA
Global Supply Chain Group’s Vivek Sood to Represent Asia Pacific Perspective at the Suppliers Exchange Forum in San Jose, Costa Rica
Managing Director of Global Supply Chain Group, Mr. Vivek Sood will be representing Asia Pacific Supply Chain perspective at the 2nd Annual Suppliers Exchange Forum in San Jose, Costa Rica from 5th November to 7th November 2007. He will be presenting the solution to the predicament which more and... - November 02, 2007 - Global Supply Chain Group
Biz Blogging Basics – Free Report on Reputation Management
Small business owners’ complete guide on how to build links, increase traffic, and establish and protect your reputation online - November 02, 2007 - Melberg Marketing
International Profit Associates Supports Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation
IPA's "Business Doctors" raised more than $9,000 in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month - November 02, 2007 - IPA
IPA President Invited to Continue Serving as Member of U.S. Chamber Committees
Steinberg was invited to continue his service as member of the Council on Small Business, the International Policy Committee and the Homeland Security Policy Task Force. - November 02, 2007 - IPA
IPA-IBA President Speaks with Students at Operation Hope Event
Steinberg provided financial education to a group of students at Bethune Elementary School in Chicago - November 02, 2007 - IPA
Internet Search Toolbar Helps to Make Child Poverty History
WSI Consultants Promote Free Toolbar to Raise Worldwide Funds for Charity - November 01, 2007 - WSI Internet
The Castleton Group Tops Women-Owned Businesses List
Jay McLamb, chief operating officer of The Castleton Group, a full-service professional employer organization specializing in human resources outsourcing, has announced that the firm has been ranked number one in Triangle Business Journal’s 2007 annual list of Women-Owned Businesses. The... - November 01, 2007 - Castleton Group
Critical Watch Welcomes IT Security Veteran to Board of Directors
David Harris brings exceptional record of growth in security and vulnerability risk management - November 01, 2007 - Critical Watch
Donna McAleer, CEO of Elant, Talks on The CEO Show with Robert Reiss About The Revolution in Healthcare Consumer Needs
Donna McAleer, CEO of Elant, Inc., a consortium of 12 healthcare facilities and services for seniors, talks on The CEO Show with Robert Reiss about the forthcoming revolution in healthcare. McAleer and Reiss discuss the kinds of services needed and expected, the role of emerging technologies, and the demand for at-home services. - November 01, 2007 - Reissource, LLC
Former International Fashion Model Leads Women on Retreat to Realize Their Own Dynamic Presence
International Life and Business Coaches, including Chloe Taylor Brown, Bob Doyle and more, Unite to Empower Women Executives and Professionals to Achieve Harmony Within Their Personal and Professional Lives - November 01, 2007 - Total Image Enhancement
International Profit Associates Announces Business of the Year Awards
IPA-IBA seeks small business award nominees - October 31, 2007 - IPA
5 Ways to Increase Customer Service Loyalty During Holiday Season
Customer service is the number one differentiator in a very competitive marketplace. - October 31, 2007 - The Moment Customer Service Training Group
Hart InterCivic Approved for Installation in Nevada County, CA
Nevada County, California received approval to go forward with the long awaited implementation of the Hart Voting System, by Hart InterCivic, in a letter from California Secretary of State Deborah Bowen to Nevada County Clerk and Recorder, Gregory J. Diaz. - October 31, 2007 - Hart InterCivic, Inc.
New Book Increases Product Knowledge for People in the Menswear Business
A lifetime of experience in the menswear business is being passed on with publication of The A to Z Book of Menswear by Richard Woolnough. Although it is designed for people associated with the business rather than the consuming public, there is plenty in it for everyone. It is sure to be a great... - October 31, 2007 - Bespoke Solutions Ltd
IPA-IBA Executive Director Celebrates 15th Anniversary
As International Profit Associates (IPA-IBA) enters its 16th year, the Executive Director of Human Resources Larry Lang celebrated his milestone 15th anniversary with the company this past month. Lang has been with IPA since 1992 and is currently the Executive Director of Human Resources for... - October 31, 2007 - IPA
IPA Representative Speaks at Chicago Women's Business Forum
International Profit Associates (IPA-IBA) and International Tax Advisors (ITA) representative, Tyrone Wideman, was a guest speaker for ARISE., a group whose name is inspired by the motto “To Actively Raise and Inspire People to Successfully Build Businesses with Excellence.” On... - October 31, 2007 - IPA
ObjectWin Technology, Inc. Ranked Number 192 Fastest Growing Company in North America on Deloitte’s 2007 Technology Fast 500
ObjectWin Technology, Inc. Ranked Number 192 Fastest Growing Company in North America on Deloitte’s 2007 Technology Fast 500, Second Year in a Row with 842 Percent Revenue Growth. - October 31, 2007 - ObjectWin Technology, Inc.
New Business Ideas - Internal Business Productivity
If you are a business owner, manager or entrepreneur you know how important it is for your business to have a well balanced portfolio of financial assets, both for investment and more importantly for your internal business productivity. - October 30, 2007 - MetaSphinx Corporation
New Self Improvement Website Taking the Management Community by Storm
The Synergy Institute has launched a new self improvement resource site dedicated to providing new and old managers with a comprehensive set of resources to optimize their lives and the lives of their employees. - October 28, 2007 - Synergy Institute
Custom Blog Design Solutions & Blog Makeover Service Launched by CueBlocks Technologies
CueBlocks Technologies is an Internet marketing, web designing & business consulting company offering specialized services. CueBlocks offers a “free” bespoke Online Marketing Plan to its customers to help them carve out the most effective online marketing strategy for their business. - October 28, 2007 - CueBlocks Technologies Pvt Ltd
SEO Company Benefits from Dollar Devaluation and UK Demand for Organic SEO Services Outsourcing
Dallas SEO company sees its business skyrocket following the rapid devaluation of the US Dollar and UK's high demand for internet marketing outsourcing. With the British Pound (Pound Sterling) at an all time high compared to the USD, United Kingdom's large and small businesses are turning to the United States for quality and affordable organic SEO services. - October 28, 2007 - SEO 1 Services
Identity Branding Internet-Based Sales Aid Patent Issued
The United States Patent and Trademark Office grants an Internet-Based Sales Aid patent, including 35 claims, to Identity Branding Incorporated, Greensboro, NC (US), inventor Robert E. Krumroy, patent no: 7,249,066 B1, Jul 24, 2007. - October 27, 2007 - Identity Branding
Diversity Search Group Launches New Website with Enhanced Products and Services
Teresa Sherald, VP Strategic Relations and Global Search Operations today unveiled DiversitySearchGroup.com, an innovative executive search portal specially designed by Recruiting and Human Resource Professionals, to connect job candidates, human resource and marketing managers to a skilled pre-screened database of 51,237 quality resumes and 6,220 employment positions nationwide. - October 27, 2007 - Diversity Search Group, LLC
Girlfriends Closet Boutique Dressing to Franchise
Girlfriends Closet Boutique has announced they will expanding through franchising. - October 27, 2007 - Francorp
PeopleSoft Technologies in Romania Brought by IT Six Global Services
The setting up of a dedicated software division based on PeopleSoft technologies is a very important moment for the largest software development company in Oltenia. - October 27, 2007 - IT Six Global Services
Sunsearch LLC
Sunsearch LLC is offering free solar energy seminars in its office in Guilford, CT. Learn more about how you can use the power of sun to offset your energy bills. - October 26, 2007 - Alteris Renewables
VisionPoint Marketing Redesigns Me Fine Web Site
Diane Kuehn, president and chief executive officer of VisionPoint Marketing, has announced that the firm has redesigned the Web site for the Me Fine Foundation, Inc., a nonprofit organization that provides assistance for children facing life-threatening illnesses and their families at the Duke... - October 26, 2007 - VisionPoint Marketing
Golden Tulip Opens Regional Office in Bangkok for South East Asia
Golden Tulip Hospitality Group enters into South East Asia by opening a new regional and development office in Bangkok, Thailand. - October 26, 2007 - Golden Tulip Hospitality Group
CustomerGauge Launches to Give Businesses Better Ears to Hear "Voice of Customer"
CustomerGauge is a new web-based software tool to help organizations understand customer sentiment. - October 26, 2007 - Directness BV
James Quigley, CEO of Deloitte & Touche, Talks on The CEO Show with Robert Reiss About Commitments to Customer Service
James H. Quigley, CEO of Deloitte & Touche Tohmatsu, talks on The CEO Show with Robert Reiss about commitments to customer service and how the single point of service concept is a primary contributor to customer satisfaction. Quigley goes on to talk about the importance of “standards of excellence” and the evolution of customer expectations. They also discuss finding the "right balance" in life and in corporate governance. - October 26, 2007 - Reissource, LLC
Marc Shuman of GarageTek Announces Alliance with NSC on The CEO Show with Robert Reiss
Marc Shuman, Founder of GarageTek, explains the significance of the alliance with the National Safety Council (NSC) on “The CEO Show with Robert Reiss” and how the issue of consumer safety in the garage is important for children and families. Shuman discusses how the garage is often a neglected space that does not meet up to the quality levels found elsewhere in most homes. - October 26, 2007 - Reissource, LLC
360 Energy Provides Assistance to ERIP Participants
360 Energy Inc. has announced they will be assisting organizations with the required paperwork for the Electricity Retrofit Incentive Program, to ensure all those interested are able to apply for their incentive and gain new insight on energy savings opportunities. As manufacturers out there feel... - October 26, 2007 - 360 Energy Inc
Independent AML Audit: Don't Leave Work Without It
"Robust Independent AML Audit: Don’t Leave Work Without It How Not to follow in the footsteps of American Express…" Tuesday, November 13, 2007 at 12:00 noon EST to 1:00 PM EST Bekker Compliance Consulting Partners, LLC (BCCP), a full-service global compliance consulting firm... - October 26, 2007 - Bekker Compliance Consulting Partners LLC
Fort Myers' Young Entrepreneurs Make Top 25 in the U.S.
Brothers Featured in Businessweek Top 25 Under 25 - October 25, 2007 - Astutant Group of Companies
New Certification in Energy Excellence
360 Energy Inc is pleased to announce their new Canadian Certification in Energy Excellence program. St. Marys Cement Co is the first organization to be enrolled and will begin the process for certification in November. - October 25, 2007 - 360 Energy Inc
The Castleton Group Announces Launch of Castleton Institute
Jay McLamb, chief operating officer of The Castleton Group, a full-service professional employer organization specializing in human resources outsourcing, has announced the company has launched Castleton Institute, its new and expanded training and conference center division. Castleton Institute... - October 25, 2007 - Castleton Group
The Executive Staffing Group Hires New Recruitment Manager
Brooks Savage, CEO of the Executive Staffing Group, a firm specializing in strategic staffing, human resources, payroll services, and training, has announced that Michelle Schultes has joined the firm as a junior recruitment manager. In this position she will be responsible for recruiting,... - October 25, 2007 - Executive Staffing Group
Ignite Social Media Hires Gene Smith as Senior Technologist
Jim Tobin, president of Ignite Social Media, announced today the hiring of Gene Smith as Senior Technologist. Gene joined Ignite, the first social media agency in North Carolina, in mid-October. “Gene’s technical expertise is an important addition to our team,” said Tobin. - October 25, 2007 - Ignite Social Media
Voluminant Awarded U.S. State Department Project Management Training Contract
The productivity improvement firm was awarded a contract to update and deliver a project management training program focused on reducing project costs and schedule overruns. - October 25, 2007 - Voluminant
Seminar on ‘Branding for Recruitment and Retention’ in Mumbai
Ad Astra Media, publisher of Winning Edge, a premium magazine focused on sales, marketing, branding, advertising and PR, is organizing a one-day seminar in Mumbai, on Branding for Recruitment & Retention, on the 25th of October, at Hotel Orchid. - October 25, 2007 - Ad Astra Media