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Fotolia Releases Localized Upgrade of First-to-Market Image Plug-in for Microsoft Office 2010
Fotolia's customized ribbon for Microsoft Office 2010 goes global. Over 100,000 contributing artists to Fotolia have their over eight-million images in front on a previously untapped market. To download the free add-in: www.fotolia.com/ribbon. - May 14, 2010 - Fotolia
Direct Selling Women’s Alliance (DSWA) Announces Award Winners at Annual Celebration Gala
Seven major companies and individuals recognized for their outstanding contributions - May 14, 2010 - Direct Selling Women’s Alliance
Superwomen Bootcamp Participating in Bicycles Plus Sixth Annual Fun-Filled Diva Night
Val Fujii, a Folsom personal trainer and owner of Superwomen Bootcamp, is proud to announce that they will be participating in Bicycles Plus Sixth Annual Diva Night. - May 14, 2010 - Superwomen Boot Camp
Documentary to Chronicle 52-Year-Old Woman’s Quest to Compete in Grueling Ocean Endurance Event
32 Miles from Now is the true story of one woman’s dream to paddle the “Everest” of ocean events; the treacherous Molokai Channel in Hawaii. Ann Hettinger’s journey is a narrative of life changing events that take this 52 year old ex-suburban housewife from Colorado to Kauai. Taken completely out of her element and becoming fully immersed in the island lifestyle, she learns honor and respect for the ocean and the amazing watermen and women that guide and teach her along the way. - May 13, 2010 - 32 Miles from Now
Wedding Creativo Photography Celebrates a Milestone Anniversary with Creative Chicago Weddings Contest
One creative couple will win a wedding photography package worth over $4700. - May 13, 2010 - Wedding Creativo Photography
Lighthouse Key Resort & Spa Provides Convenient Options for Health-Conscious Orlando Travelers
Lighthouse Key Resort & Spa offers convenient on-site resort amenities for health-conscious Orlando travelers like a fitness center and full service spa that provide enjoyable ways to stay fit and relax. - May 13, 2010 - Lighthouse Key Resort & Spa
The Chicago Lighthouse Low Vision Clinic Opens New, Cutting Edge Facility
With over 100 years of established leadership within the blind community and the field of low vision, The Chicago Lighthouse honors its reputation by unveiling a one of a kind low vision clinic. - May 13, 2010 - The Chicago Lighthouse for People Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired
Florida RV Resort Coordinates Volunteer Program with Other Gulf Coast Resorts
Representatives of Emerald Coast RV Beach Resort announced today that they will be participating with Bella Terra of Gulf Shores in a nationwide outreach to the RV community to support cleanup efforts of the BP oil spill along the Gulf Coast. Our nationwide RV community is in the unique position... - May 13, 2010 - Emerald Coast RV Beach Resort
Postdocs at Hamner Institutes Recognized with Awards from Society of Toxicology
The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences (www.thehamner.org), an independent, nonprofit organization that offers an open, collaborative and cross-disciplinary approach to translational biomedical research, has announced that Dr. Melissa Barhoover and Dr. Anne Loccisano, postdoctoral scientists at... - May 13, 2010 - The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences
Egyptian Wellness and Medical Tourism Summit Envisions Future Collaboration with the Medical Tourism Association
The conclusion of the Egyptian Wellness and Medical Tourism Summit in Cairo brought a boost to the medical tourism potential. - May 13, 2010 - Medical Tourism Association™
Air Conditioning System Clean and Check a Vital Summer Preparation Step
Homeowners everywhere would be wise to include an annual air conditioning system check and cleaning in their pre-summer plans, such as those performed by Southwest Florida air conditioning and appliance leader Home-Tech. Proper maintenance can generally make air conditioning systems 15 to 20 percent more efficient to run and add three to five years to its life. - May 13, 2010 - Home-Tech
From Fernando Botero to Mike Berg: A Deluxe Hotel as a Gallery of Modern Art
Guests of Swissotel Grand Efes, Izmir, are invited to enjoy a close-up insight into the world of contemporary art. - May 13, 2010 - Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts
IMOCOM Hotels and Resorts Presents Suggestions for May and June Short Breaks in the Algarve
When looking for the Algarve that everyone desires for a holiday, but without the common agitation of the summer months, IMOCOM Hotels and Resorts 5 star properties in Vilamoura and Carvoeiro are destinations to consider. The spring months in the Algarve offer warm sunny weather, culinary surprises, secluded beaches to discover, afternoon walks, activities for every age, Spa experiences, shopping, golf courses, entirely reachable with the new rates presented by IMOCOM Hotels and Resorts. - May 13, 2010 - IMOCOM Hotels and Resorts
McHenry County Dealer to Give Away Trip to 2010 CMT Music Awards
Gary Lang Kia is giving away a trip for two to see the 2010 CMT Music Awards in Nashville. - May 13, 2010 - Gary Lang Auto Group
Modern Hippie Mag Launches New Website
Modern Hippie Mag, an online resource dedicated to promoting hip, healthy, conscious living and environmental sustainability, has recently launched its new website at www.modernhippiemag.com. Through documentary-style videos, in-depth articles, and informative podcasts, Modern Hippie Mag educates... - May 13, 2010 - Modern Hippie Mag
Texas Photographer Mixes High Art with Middle-Aged Crazy Portrait Series, Captures Feelings About Turning 40
Texas Artist Larry Lourcey has released a book highlighting his Forty@40 Project. - May 13, 2010 - Lourcey Photography
Michael Landau Joins Hotelmine as Regional Director of Marketing
Hotelmine, the world’s largest “direct connect” leisure travel site, is pleased to announce that Michael Landau has joined the company as a Regional Director of Marketing. - May 13, 2010 - Groups International
ATC Logistics & Electronics’ Dan Gardner Featured on SupplyChainBrain Executive Briefing Series Analyzing Bottom-Line Impact of the Supply Chain
Video interviews offer insight from industry thought leaders - May 13, 2010 - ATC Logistics & Electronics
Anderson-McQueen Named Top Relay for Life Sponsor
Anderson-McQueen Family Tribute Centers is named top sponsor at St. Petersburg High School’s Relay for Life event May 14 – 15, 2010. A total of 19 teams are participating that include the Social Security Administration and The Sembler Company. Over 200 participants have raise over... - May 13, 2010 - Anderson-McQueen Family Tribute Centers
BodyLase Skin Spa President Releases Podcast on Permanent Cosmetics
BodyLase Skin Spa (www.getbodylase.com) has announced the release of a podcast describing the permanent cosmetic procedure. In the podcast, Karen Albright, president of the medspa, describes the process of applying micro insertions of pigment onto the dermal layer of the skin and who is best suited... - May 13, 2010 - BodyLase
Pasadena Children’s Charity’s Benefit Takes Gold at Annual Benefit
Hillsides, a foster care children’s charity, takes gold at its annual gala, netting $375,000 for programs and services to benefit vulnerable children and their families. With an All-Star Honorary Committee bringing golden accolades to “The Midas Touch,” the children’s... - May 13, 2010 - Hillsides
Team Fitness America Gives Away One Year Of Personal Training
Turner has been training with Julie Luria, Team Fitness America’s 2009 Personal Trainer of the Year, and he has shown marked weight loss and muscle gain through nutritional adjustments and fitness training. - May 13, 2010 - Team Fitness America
HSIA Connects with Global Industry Leaders at the International Electronics Forum 2010
Greek microelectronic industry makes global connections. - May 13, 2010 - Hellenic Semiconductor Industry Association
New Metro Atlanta Photographer Brings Quality to Your Home
New photography company offering different and unique services with professional results. Montenero Photography LLC wants to make its customers feel special and strives for professionalism in all aspects of their business. They take pride in some of the more off the wall projects we have been involved in and are confident the moment was memorable and captured. - May 13, 2010 - Montenero Photography LLC
Tourism Web Staff Puts Together a List of the Best Beaches in Thailand
A comprehensive review of the best beaches in Thailand was made by the Thailand Tourism and Living web staff, making it one of the most complete reviews on the web. - May 13, 2010 - Thailand Tourism and Living
Discover Vietnam from Highlights to Delights
Luxury Travel Vietnam Group Company to Unveil Discover Vietnam from Highlights to Delights in 15 days. - May 13, 2010 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Summit Pacific Facilitates Virtual Photographic Tour of Kauai
SummitPacificInc.com hosts a wide array of vacation rental properties, offering facilities such as pools, tennis courts and golf courses. - May 13, 2010 - Kauai Vacation Rentals by Summit Pacific
Free Psychic Network Integrates Psychic Readings with Kabbalah, Tarot, Astrology and Numerology
Correlating the Kabbalah, Tarot, Astrology, and Numerology the Free Psychic Network creates an integrated daily free psychic reading. Interdisciplinary in nature the forecast provides a means for evaluating the similarities inherent in these esoteric spiritual and occult practices. Although many... - May 12, 2010 - Free Psychic Network
Canidae Pet Foods Supports Amgen Tour of California with Road Bike Raffle to Benefit Pet Cancer Research
To help promote Responsible Pet Ownership and healthy lifestyles, Canidae will conduct a raffle at the Amgen Tour of California to win a Felt F5 Team Bicycle with proceeds to benefit the fight against cancer in pets. - May 12, 2010 - CANIDAE Natural Pet Food Company
Visionary Electronics Company Adds Dr. Michael Crooke to Board of Directors
Green electronics company expands its team to support its eco-friendly products and programs. - May 12, 2010 - Revolve Electronics, Inc.
Talent Management Metrics Get an “F”
i4cp study finds only a quarter of companies have systematic talent management practices in place. - May 12, 2010 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
Women’s Leaders Take to the Stage in New York
Women’s eNews celebrated its ninth annual gala honoring the commitments and achievements 21 people have bettered the lives of women and girls. This year’s honorees spoke of the continuing need for women’s stories to be told through Women’s eNews and other news media. - May 12, 2010 - Women's eNews
American Idol Sings Netball America's Praises at Madison Square Garden
Netball America announced today, Season 7 American Idol finalist, Michael Johns, will be performing the American national anthem when Netball showcases at Madison Square Garden in NYC May 16th. The WNBA New York Liberty season opener is expected to be sold out with an estimated crowd of 14,000. - May 12, 2010 - Netball America Inc.
Edinburgh Bids for Events Worth 66 Million pounds Sterling
The business tourism organisation responsible for promoting Scotland’s capital city as a top conference destination is in the process of bidding to bring conferences and events worth 66 million pounds Sterling to the local economy. - May 12, 2010 - Edinburgh Convention Bureau
Summit Pacific Adds to Its Already Extensive Vacation Rental Inventory
Summit Pacific Inc prides itself on expanding its already extensive inventory of vacation rental properties in Kauai, Hawaii. - May 12, 2010 - Kauai Vacation Rentals by Summit Pacific
Half of UK People Would Pay Extra for Faster 100Mbps Broadband
A new survey of 601 ISPreview.co.uk readers, an impartial and independent information site covering broadband internet providers, reveals that half of people in the UK would still pay extra for a 100Mbps broadband connection even if they could already get a reliable 10Mb. - May 12, 2010 - ISPreview.co.uk
Joint Meeting Between Local Twinning Associations in East Sussex Held at Hailsham Town Council Offices
A recent joint meeting between local twinning associations in East Sussex has highlighted the need for greater liaison and support for the associations. - May 12, 2010 - Hailsham Town Council
36Pix Introduces New Full Body 3D Background Collection
36Pix, the industry leader in green screen and turnkey business support solutions for the photography industry, is pleased to announce the addition of the Full Body 3D collection to its portfolio of backgrounds. This collection, available through the new 2010 background catalogue, allows school and... - May 12, 2010 - 36Pix
Destination:PEACE Launches “Pick Your Own Dates” Program
Destination:PEACE is launching a new program to incentivize travelers to join in a luxury volunteer vacation anytime, literally - "you pick your own dates." - May 12, 2010 - Destination:PEACE
Paladino Launches First Ads of New York Governors Race
Buffalo businessman Carl Paladino's campaign for Governor of New York was the first to hit the airwaves on Monday, when television and radio ads hit the airwaves. The TV ad features Paladino talking straight to the people, while the radio spot reprises the candidate's now familiar "Mad as... - May 12, 2010 - Paladino For The People
Moving Labor Company Offers Discounts for TN Flood Victims and Foreclosed Residents
Universal Moving Systems (Tri-Cities, TN), a moving labor company based in Northeast Tennessee offers relief to local residents who are down on their luck. - May 12, 2010 - Universal Moving Systems
A Grand Restoration Project: Teatro Miramar (Havana, Cuba)
UK based charity Music Fund for Cuba is restoring Teatro Miramar to its original grand state. - May 12, 2010 - Cuba Solidarity Campaign
Chicago Agent Welcomed to Dream Town Realty in March
Kirby Kepler is one of seven new residential specialists to join Chicago real estate company Dream Town in March. Ms. Kepler has been in the business her entire life and also has training in digital advertising. She started with Dream Town on March 8th. - May 12, 2010 - Dream Town Realty
Colorado Springs Saddles Up for Ride Your Horse to Work Week
To kick-off the first annual Pikes Peak Western Heritage Days, Colorado Springs and surrounding region VIPs saddled up for Ride Your Horse to Work week. - May 12, 2010 - Experience Colorado Springs
Statistics Confirm That Botox Training Spells Success for Capturing Minimally-Invasive Market
The International Association for Physicians In Aesthetic Medicine (IAPAM) offers the industry's leading hCG for weight loss, aesthetic medicine and Botox training for physicians. The IAPAM's Aesthetic Medicine Symposium offers the most comprehensive clinical and business training for doctors looking to add minimally-invasive procedures to a healthcare business. The IAPAM's training focuses on combining the top-5 non-invasive procedures in order to create a successful aesthetic practice. - May 12, 2010 - International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine
Stevens Team Takes 1st in RIT IEEE '10 Design Contest
Electrical & Computer Engineering students at Stevens Institute of Technology made headlines last week as they took home first place, and an $8,000 prize, at the Rochester Institute of Technology’s (RIT) IEEE Student Design Contest 10 for presenting the hardware aspects of their Digital... - May 12, 2010 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Nixon Peabody Provides Pro Bono Counsel to IMC Clubs Volunteer Mentor Program Helps Instrument Pilots Improve Efficiency
IMC Clubs, a volunteer mentor program which provides resources to newly licensed airplane pilots to promote safe flying, has retained international law firm Nixon Peabody LLP. The firm will serve as general corporate counsel as IMC Clubs look to expand to new markets and regions. Nixon Peabody will... - May 12, 2010 - IMCClubs.org
Satori World Medical’s President & CEO, Steven Lash, Named One of Entrepreneur Magazine's Trailblazers and Trendsetters of 2009
Entrepreneur Magazine has recently selected Satori World Medical’s President & CEO, Steven Lash, as one of 20 Trailblazers and Trendsetters of 2009. Last year, Satori World Medical, a global healthcare and service company specializing in the emerging multi-million dollar medical tourism... - May 12, 2010 - Satori World Medical
Pittsburgh Bee Removal Company Teams Up with Local Beekeepers to Help “Save the Bees”
Bees are disappearing due to a mysterious phenomenon known as Colony Collapse Disorder. However, bee removal is sometimes still necessary - The Bee Hunter is teaming up with local bee keepers in order to save the bees he removes, when possible. - May 12, 2010 - The Bee Hunter
63% of Holidaymakers Looking to Visit a New Destination in 2010
2010 showing signs of increased foreign travel amongst holiday makers - May 12, 2010 - Roomsnet International Limited