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International Profit Associates Employees Participate in Radio Talk Show
Radio talk show guests discuss the value of client relationships. - August 02, 2007 - IPA
Adventures in Advertising Ranks Ninth in Counselor’s Annual Poll
Ted Williams. Gordie Howe. Steve McNair. Mia Hamm. Tony Parker. Each name on that list has proudly worn the number nine on their back, performing effortlessly through the metaphorical (and sometimes physical) blood, sweat and tears associated with their nom de rigeur. Adventures in Advertising... - August 02, 2007 - Adventures In Advertising Franchise, LLC
Matt Vaughan Joins MMI Associates, Inc.
Patty Briguglio, president of MMI Associates, Inc., a Raleigh-based marketing and public relations firm, has announced that Matt Vaughan has joined the firm as a junior account executive. In this position, Vaughan will assist in developing and implementing public relations campaigns, as well as... - August 01, 2007 - MMI
John R. Hickman and John Robbins Jr. Appear on The Benefits Buzz
Ramping Up Health Benefit Cards for 2008 on The Benefits Buzz - Hickman and Robbins Join The Benefits Buzz Show Host Sharon Alt - August 01, 2007 - Alt Benefits Consultants
World Cheerleading Hall of Fame Seeks Permanent Home
Official Home to Honor Cheerleading Champions is Underway - August 01, 2007 - Proformance Sports Marketing and Entertainment
LeapFrog Interactive Expands with New Location, New Company
Interactive Agency opens Boston office to meet increased demand from global brands, spins off new company to meet small business needs. - July 31, 2007 - LEAP Agency
The Castleton Group Announces Corrective Action and Termination Workshop
The Castleton Group, a full-service professional employer organization specializing in human resources outsourcing, has announced that the firm will host a seminar on corrective action and termination, available at no cost to the local business community on Wednesday, Aug. 9, from 3-5 p.m. at... - July 31, 2007 - Castleton Group
Travel Website Focused on Rural Outdoor Recreation
Not all travel websites focus on large metro destinations. Social networking message boards for rural outdoors adventure recreation. - July 31, 2007 - TrainingPASS Sales Corp.
ClickCulture Launches Rufty Homes Web Site
Lloyd Jacobs, CEO of ClickCulture, a Raleigh-based integrated marketing firm specializing in technology has announced the launch of the Web site for Rufty Homes, one of the Triangle’s leading artistic homebuilders. ClickCulture has re-branded Rufty Homes with a new logo, creating a database... - July 30, 2007 - ClickCulture
Dentist Split on the Ethics of Dental Marketing: The Wealthy Dentist Survey Results
Dentists are in an ethical quandary when it comes to dental marketing, according to a Wealthy Dentist poll. Just over half of dentists reported feeling that dental practice marketing is bad for the profession in the eyes of the public. However, with dental advertising more common than ever, many feel pressured to join the game in order to stay competitive. - July 29, 2007 - The Wealthy Dentist
Dog Trainer and Author Kathie Compton Conducts Dog Manner Test to Benefit Humane Society
Marfa dog trainer Kathie Compton invites all dog owners to become part of the solution to the homeless dogs problem by proving to the world that they are a responsible pet owner and their dogs are Good Canine Citizens. Compton will be conducting the American Kennel Club's "Canine Good Citizen" (CGC) test for any dogs over 6 months of age on August 4 from 9am to 2pm in Fort Davis, TX. The cost of the test is $15 and all proceeds going to Jeff Davis County Humane Society. - July 29, 2007 - mARFa Dog Training
Disaster Plan / Business Continuity Ver 4.3 Released by Janco
Janco has released version 4.3 of its Disaster Recovery / Business Continuity Plan. The major new feature is a set of generic metrics to measure the effectiveness of the templates implementation. - July 28, 2007 - Janco Associates, Inc.
Brooke Chase Associates, Inc. Recruits Wendy Odell as Branch Sales Manager for Showplace Wood Products, Inc.
Joseph McElmeel, Chairman and CEO of Brooke Chase Associates, Inc., is pleased to announce the successful placement of Wendy Odell as Branch Sales Manager for Showplace Wood Products, Inc. in Parker, Colorado; an environmentally friendly custom cabinetry company. Ms. Odell has been working in... - July 28, 2007 - Brooke Chase Associates, Inc.
PlattForm Holdings, Inc., a Portfolio Company of Arlington Capital Partners, Announces Acquisition of VentureDirect Worldwide, Inc. and Zuma, LLC
PlattForm Holdings, Inc., a leading Internet marketing and enrollment solutions provider to the post-secondary education industry, today announced the acquisitions of VentureDirect Worldwide, Inc. and Zuma, LLC. VentureDirect has been a leading marketing services firm for 25 years, providing lead... - July 28, 2007 - PlattForm Higher Education
Cyber Eye Forensics, Inc. Achieves Certified Computer Examiner Certification
Managing partner of Litigation Support Company in Atlanta, GA achieves Certified Computer Examiner Certification. - July 28, 2007 - Cyber Eye Forensics, Inc.
IPA-IBA Managing Director Accepts Inner Circle Invitation
International Profit Associates (IPA-IBA) Managing Director John Burgess recently accepted an invitation to become a member of the Republican Senatorial Inner Circle. As a member, Burgess, will be asked to attend semi-annual meetings and share his personal thoughts and opinions regarding our... - July 28, 2007 - IPA
International Profit Associates Educational Television Series Scheduled to Air
Platinum Television Group announces the airing schedule for the IPA-IBA featured segment. - July 28, 2007 - IPA
IPA-IBA Managing Director Invited to Join the Republican National Committee
The RNC invites John Burgess to become a lifetime member for his exceptional commitment. - July 28, 2007 - IPA
Piran Partners Optimises MVNO Relationships
Piran Partners LLP, a leading provider of professional services to the wireless (mobile) telecommunications industry. Piran Partners VPP(tm) is a proven framework designed to enable third parties to quickly obtain MVNO agreements with wireless carriers (mobile operators) and to enable wireless carriers (mobile operators) to optimise the MVNO selection and delivery process. - July 28, 2007 - Piran Partners LLP
Healthcare Scouts Honored at the NAHCR Image 2007 Conference
Healthcare Scouts recognized for their support of the NAHCR Image 2007 conference along with Gannett Healthcare Group and CBS News 60 Minutes correspondent, Scott Pelley - July 27, 2007 - Healthcare Scouts
New Titles on Pay-Per-Click, Blogging, and Article Marketing from Small Business Mavericks
Latest books in "Local Small Business Marketing" series offer in-depth tutorials, tips on running top-notch online campaigns to build credibility, attract prospects, drive sales - July 27, 2007 - Melberg Marketing
Local Business Selected as Semi-Finalist for $1,000.00 Small Business Grant from IdeaCafe.com
Marcia Williams of M Williams Marketing has been selected from 762 applicants as a semi-finalist in the running to receive a $1,000.00 small business grant from Idea Cafe.com, a top-rated small business website for small business. - July 27, 2007 - M Williams Marketing
Reynolds (UK) Entire Fleet Deploys SmartDrive™
SmartDrive Systems Inc™, a leader in driver risk management systems and services, is pleased to announce today that Waltham Cross based Reynolds Catering Supplies Limited, one of the UK’s leading independent distributors of fresh produce and chilled goods, will equip its entire UK fleet... - July 27, 2007 - Smartdrive
Terry Trimmer, Executive Recruiter for Brooke Chase Associates Inc., Presents Information on Interior Design Careers at K/BIS in Las Vegas
Terry Trimmer, Executive Recruiter for Brooke Chase Associates, Inc., presented information to kitchen and bath industry executives and educators on Interior Design hiring trends and compensation during the Kitchen and Bath Industry Show and Conference (K/BIS) held this past May in Las Vegas,... - July 27, 2007 - Brooke Chase Associates, Inc.
Riverway Power Chooses Amvensys Technologies to be a Strategic Partner in Outsourced Services
Amvensys Technologies today announced that it has been chosen by Riverway Power Company, Texas leader in low cost power, as its outsourcing partner. Amvensys Technologies will establish & manage a 24/7 back office for Riverway Power out of its Bangalore office. The entire project has been... - July 27, 2007 - Amvensys Technologies Private Ltd
RocSearch Report Says Digital Signage Market Up to US$14.6 billion by 2011
RocSearch India, a leading research and analytics firm, released a report isolating the key growth drivers of the Digital Signage industry and gauging the industry’s growth potential. - July 27, 2007 - RocSearch India Private Limited
Mary Cantando Named Trustee of Columbia College
Mary Cantando, a nationally-recognized expert on women business owners, was named to the Board of Trustees for Columbia College, a private liberal arts college for women. As a board member, Cantando will ensure that the college’s purpose and principles are being pursued, which includes the... - July 26, 2007 - WomanBusinessOwner.com
SeniorCareMarketer.com to Benefit Companies That Market to Older Americans
Marketing tool to debut in early 2008; offers senior care marketers the ability to generate publicity, website traffic, sales leads and improved search engine rankings - July 26, 2007 - HRmarketer.com
VisionPoint Marketing to Redesign Blue Ribbon Residential Construction Web Site
Diane Kuehn, president of VisionPoint Marketing, has announced that the firm has been contracted to redesign the Web site for Blue Ribbon Residential Construction, a fully licensed residential contracting company that provides interior and exterior remodeling. VisionPoint Marketing, a leader in... - July 26, 2007 - VisionPoint Marketing
The Castleton Group Sponsors Raleigh Chamber of Commerce Conference
Jay McLamb, chief operating officer for The Castleton Group, a full-service Professional Employer Organization specializing in human resources outsourcing, has announced that the firm is a sponsor of the Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce 2007 Annual Planning Conference in Pinehurst to be held on... - July 26, 2007 - Castleton Group
BHong Kong Business Elite Takes Interest in Russia
This year one of the forums on Hong-Kong Fashion Week was devoted to the possibilities of Russian market. - July 26, 2007 - Zarkin & Partners Brand Consultancy
LRA Worldwide Profiled in Service Innovation Study Commissioned by the Government of Finland
LRA Worldwide, Inc., one of the leaders in the rapidly-growing field of Customer Experience Management, was recently included in a study on service innovation commissioned by Tekes, Finland’s National Agency for Technology and Innovation. LRA was one of 12 US companies profiled in the report,... - July 26, 2007 - LRA Worldwide, Inc.
Humana Vice President of Integrated Consumer Experience Grant Harrison Appears on The Benefits Buzz
The Benefits Buzz Discusses Consumer Directed Health Care - Humana’s Grant Harrison Joins The Benefits Buzz Show Host Sharon Alt - July 26, 2007 - Alt Benefits Consultants
IPA Charities to Sponsor Soul Children of Chicago Choir Members
The International Profit Associates charitable foundation sponsors children to attend a music festival in Israel. - July 25, 2007 - IPA
Principal and Creative Director of Stop Studios Named to Jupiter Ball Steering Committee
Whitney Wilkerson, principal and creative director at Stop Studios, an award-winning creative services firm specializing in communication design and event management, has been named to the Steering Committee for the Morehead Planetarium’s eighth annual Jupiter Ball to be held on Friday, Nov. - July 25, 2007 - Stop Studios
Go2Group and XBOSoft Establish Global Strategic Partnership for Worldwide Customer Support
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Hypertension Training Company, Disease Management and Training Company for Physicians, Announces the Launch of its Web Site www.abcdtool.com
Hypertension Training Company, or HTC, is pleased to announce the official launch of its Web site: www.abcdtool.com. Hypertension is a major and rapidly growing cost driver for all Health Care Plans. Hypertension Training Company's main objective is better Hypertension management at lower cost to... - July 25, 2007 - Hypertension Training Company
Francorp Middle East to Sponsor U.S. Franchise Development Conference in Egypt
Francorp Middle East, in conjunction with Francorp USA, will sponsor a U.S. Franchise Development Conference in Egypt this October. The objective of this project is two-fold. First, it will support the expansion of the franchise industry in Africa and the Middle East. Second, it will introduce... - July 25, 2007 - Francorp
Innovative Sales and Marketing Consultancy Launches in Australia
A new and innovative sales and marketing consultancy, officially launched today in Brisbane, Australia: Vue Consulting Pty Ltd. As any business owner will know, more sales means more profits and more profits means a higher company valuation. Abandoning conventional methods, Vue Consulting offers... - July 25, 2007 - Vue Consulting Pty Ltd
MMI Associates, Inc. Receives Two National Awards
Patty Briguglio, president of MMI Associates, Inc., a Raleigh-based marketing and public relations firm, has announced that the firm has received two 2007 Communicator Awards. MMI Associates, Inc. received the Award of Distinction for its public relations campaign for the Women Presidents’... - July 24, 2007 - MMI
Ivy Vining Consulting's Owner Reappointed to Transportation Research Board Committee - Women's Issues in Transportation
Lisa Marie Glover owner of Ivy Vining Consulting a transportation planning consultancy located in Atlanta, Georgia has been reappointed to Transportation Research Board Committee. TRB is a division of the National Research Council (NRC), a private, nonprofit institution that provides expertise in... - July 24, 2007 - Ivy Vining Consulting, LLC
Ask Maldives Looks to Meet Travel Industry Business Partners
Ask Maldives is looking for international tour marketing companies who are interested to meet tour operators located in the Maldives. Ask Maldives Consultancy is a marketing firm located in Maldives, which is hot travel spot in the world for its breathtaking scenes from the islands with white sandy... - July 24, 2007 - Ask Maldives Consultancy Pvt. Ltd.
Quadcast Selects NM Marketing Communications, Inc. to Develop Branding & Reputation
QuadCast Inc., a producer of high quality aluminum, magnesium and zinc die cast products and services, has chosen NM Marketing Communications, Inc. to handle its marketing communications and business development activities. This includes generating greater awareness of the company’s brand and... - July 23, 2007 - NM Marketing Communications
HowToItaly, a Fast-Growing Specialist Company, is Now Accepting Applications for Their 2008 Summer Mentorship in Sardinia, Italy
The HowToItaly Mentorship program takes place June 1st – June 8th, and is an all-inclusive service that combines aspects of an internship with intense week-long mentoring from an Italian business manager and expat business owner. - July 21, 2007 - HowtoItaly
Richter7 Wins International Design Honors
Richter7, a Salt Lake City-based advertising and public relations agency, was selected as a Graphis Gold Award recipient and will be featured in the publication’s 2008 advertising annual. The Graphis Award and advertising annual highlight creative achievements in visual communications. - July 21, 2007 - Richter7
Voluminant Awarded GSA Schedule Contract
Arlington, Virginia-based organizational performance improvement firm is awarded a GSA contract for video production services - July 21, 2007 - Voluminant
Stop Studios Podcast Addresses Event Trends
Whitney Wilkerson, principal and creative director at Stop Studios, an award-winning creative services firm specializing in communication design and event management, has announced the release of a podcast that addresses event trends for 2007. In the podcast, Wilkerson discusses overall event... - July 20, 2007 - Stop Studios
Adam Carolla Charity Car Wash Set for July 29, 2007
Adam Carolla’s Charity Car Wash has been set for July 29, 2007, with all proceeds going to Savannah’s Organic Ranch. - July 20, 2007 - Spearmint Rhino Consulting Worldwide, Inc.
Brand Strategy Firm Moves into Environmental Branding - Award-Winning Abiah Creates Interior of New Local Restaurant
Abiah, southern New Jersey’s award-winning brand strategy and design firm, has added Environmental Branding to their list of services. Guy Richards, Chief Branding Officer at Abiah, gives three tips to help you communicate your brand. - July 20, 2007 - Abiah
Bring It On: Mom and Pop Stores Can Now Battle Competition from Retail Giants
The Business Advancement Center™ (BAC) changes franchise industry and makes it possible for mom and pop stores to stay open and successful despite takeovers from retail giants. The consulting firm has made the process of franchising, licensing, and distributorship so affordable—marking... - July 20, 2007 - Business Advancement Center