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IPA Charities Supports Special Olympics Windy City Rubber Ducky Derby
IPA Charities is proud to be the presenting sponsor of the upcoming Special Olympics Windy City Rubber Ducky Derby. - June 02, 2006 - IPA
International Profit Associates to Hold Third Annual Blood Drive with American Red Cross
The International Profit Associates and American Red Cross Blood drive will be held on July 27, 2006. - June 02, 2006 - IPA
IPA Charities Announces the Fourth Annual 'Chip fore Charity'
The 4th annual ‘Chip Fore Charity’ Celebrity Golf Classic allows sponsors and employees of IPA the opportunity to participate in the worthy cause of raising money for Juvenile Diabetes and the Cancer Wellness Center in Northbrook, Ill. - June 02, 2006 - IPA
Cargo Expert Fred Faria Joins Honolulu Freight Service Enables Oversized Cargo Services to Hawaii, Guam, Micronesia, Polynesia and Southeast Asia
Honolulu Freight Service, announced that it has named Fred Faria manager of HFS Specialized Cargo Division enabling Honolulu Freight to offer services for shipments that are oversized and beyond the confines of a container, and will be available initially between the North American Continent. - June 01, 2006 - Honolulu Freight Service
IPA Charities Donations for 2006 Totals $300,000 to Date
IPA Charities has donated $300,000 to many local and national charities in the quest to improve communities and the world. - May 27, 2006 - IPA
International Profit Associated Ranked First by The Business Ledger
The Business Ledger, a premier newspaper for the Chicago suburbs, ranked IPA-IBA as the Largest Business Consultant in April 2006. - May 23, 2006 - IPA
Strategic Expansion Continues at Rapidly Growing 3PL: OH Logistics Adds Seven New Business Development Leaders
With a pace even quick for the fast moving logistics industry, Ozburn-Hessey Logistics has expanded its market presence. OH Logistics has announced the addition of seven senior business development leaders, with the appointments going to some of the industry's most successful executives. - May 03, 2006 - Ozburn-Hessey Logistics
International Profit Associates President Participated in BCLC Forum
IPA-IBA president participated in the Business Civic Leadership Center (BCLC) forum to identify key factors affecting private sector involvement in the Gulf Coast reconstruction process. - April 18, 2006 - IPA
International Profit Associates Launches Magazine Website
International Profit Associates announce the launch of a new website dedicated to its official publication, IPA’s Business Today. - April 12, 2006 - IPA
International Profit Associates Judge "Students in Free Enterprise" Chicago Regional Competition
Larry Lang, International Profit Associate’s executive director of human resources, reviewed and rated the performance of the SIFE collegiate teams and submitted entries. - March 31, 2006 - IPA
Free Public Service Web Site Offers Help to Commuters Dealing with Dan Ryan Construction
Site Provides Free Trip Planning Tools Including Charts & Reports That Show Current and Average Travel Times For Chicago-Area Roads. - March 29, 2006 - RoadStats, LLC
3PL Nexus Distribution Opens "Chicago Land Bridge"
Nexus Distribution, a leading third party logistics provider, paves the way for shippers to save money and time with new strategy for Midwest distribution. - March 23, 2006 - Nexus Distribution
International Profit Associates Ranked 6th Largest Management/IT Consultants by Crain's Chicago Business
Chicago’s premier weekly business newspaper, Crain’s Chicago Business, recently ranked International Profit Associates as the 6th Largest Management Consultants. - March 16, 2006 - IPA
International Profit Associates Director Named as a Global Register's Who's Who in Executives and Professionals
Anthony T. Jones, director of sales and marketing for International Profit Associates, was nominated and named to Global Register’s Who’s Who in Executives and Professionals 2006-2007 Edition. - March 14, 2006 - IPA
International Profit Associates President Elected to the Executive Committee of the American Committee for the Weizmann Institute of Science
Gregg M. Steinberg, President of International Profit Associates, has been elected as a member of the executive committee for the American Committee for the Weizmann Institute of Science. - March 11, 2006 - IPA
New “Invent-Tech Network” Blog Posts Daily Updates to Keep You Informed
Invent-Tech, the nation’s preeminent Inventor Assistance Company, is thrilled to introduce their brand new blog, The Invent-Tech Network, featuring up to the minute reports on all the latest day to day goings on at Invent-Tech. Given the meteoric rise in popularity and viral nature of the... - March 10, 2006 - Invention Technologies, Inc.
Nexus Distribution Appoints Mark Ofenloch as Chief Operating Officer (COO)
Logistics professional and tenured leader Mark Ofenloch has been appointed as COO of Nexus Distribution. - March 07, 2006 - Nexus Distribution
International Profit Associates Launches Business Magazine
IPA-IBA has launched a new business magazine, "IPA's Business Today." - March 07, 2006 - IPA
Syn3 and Swisher Join Forces to Provide Effective Solutions to Bar and Club Owners
Syn3 and Swisher have joined forces to help improve the night life industry. - February 27, 2006 - Syn3 Transport
NYC Navigator Impacts the Relocation Market
Relocating to New York or the Tri-State area? Let NYC Navigator Guide the Way. - February 23, 2006 - NYC Navigator
OH Logistics Hires Executive Vice President and General Counsel: Frank Eichler Newest Executive at Rapidly Expanding 3PL
Ozburn-Hessey Logistics (OH Logistics, www.ohlogistics.com) recently added Frank Eichler to the executive management team as executive vice president and general counsel. - February 23, 2006 - Ozburn-Hessey Logistics
Transsene International Announces its Innovative Perspectives in the Maritime Sector for the Year 2006
Transsene International, one of the leaders in the Senegalese maritime world initiates a partnership with GMT Shipping Line, a Chinese firm with a headquarter in Hong Kong and representative offices in Hamburg, Nigeria and Ghana that establishes itself in Senegal for the very first time. - February 17, 2006 - Transsene Shipping Agency
Invent-Tech Files for Patent Protection on Unique, Proven Invention Licensing Method
Every day, typical, ordinary people come up with extraordinary new product ideas. The process of turning that idea into an actual product, however, is fraught with difficulties that can discourage many would-be inventors from pursuing their dream. Most inventors typically lack the experience, time, contacts and other resources required to develop and advance a conceptual invention to the stage where it’s ready for the marketplace. - February 15, 2006 - Invention Technologies, Inc.
International Profit Associates Speaks at Trade Show Seminar
IPA representative Mike Rudd taught two seminars at the "Surface 2006" conference in Las Vegas. - February 10, 2006 - IPA
International Profit Associates Donates Money for Equipment to Local Fire Department
A recent substantial donation was made to the Long Grove Fire Protection District made by International Profit Associates in order to purchase life saving extrication equipment. - February 07, 2006 - IPA
OH Logistics Hires Vice President of Acquisitions: Shad Weaver to Bolster Growth for 3PL
Ozburn-Hessey Logistics (OH Logistics, www.ohlogistics.com) recently added Shad Weaver to its executive leadership group as vice president of acquisitions. In this newly created role, Weaver will identify acquisition opportunities for OH Logistics and lead the company's execution and implementation... - January 25, 2006 - Ozburn-Hessey Logistics
Jada Management’s SCP Supply Chain Planning Software Adds Forecasting Horsepower with Forecast PRO
Jada Management Systems (JMS) has increased the dynamic forecasting capabilities of its SCP Advanced Planning and Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) software by integrating the highly-acclaimed Forecast Pro solution into the SCP product suite - January 20, 2006 - Jada Management Systems LLC
OH Logistics Hires Director of Human Resources: Andrew Tidwell to Help Support Growth Strategy for 3PL
Ozburn-Hessey Logistics (OH Logistics, www.ohlogistics.com) recently hired Andrew Tidwell to serve as director of human resources for the company. - January 19, 2006 - Ozburn-Hessey Logistics
WebDock Releases DataPort 2006
DataPort is an easy to use and configure data collection and monitoring software package for Programmable Logic Controllers. - January 12, 2006 - WebDock
OH Logistics Names Benefit Consulting Alliance Supplier Partner of the Year
Ozburn-Hessey Logistics (OH Logistics, www.ohlogistics.com) honored Benefit Consulting Alliance, LLC with its first annual Supplier Partner of the Year Award for service in 2005. The two companies have worked together since 2003. - January 12, 2006 - Ozburn-Hessey Logistics
International Profit Associates Ranked 6th Largest Management/IT Consultants by Crain's Chicago Business
In the November 28, 2005 edition of Crain's Chicago Business, IPA-IBA was ranked as the 6th Largest Management Consulting firm in the Chicagoland area. - December 28, 2005 - IPA
SYSCO Awards OH Logistics 2005 National Warehouse of the Year Award: 3PL Honored by Client for the Third Consecutive Year
SYSCO Corporation awarded Ozburn-Hessey Logistics (OH Logistics, www.ohlogistics.com) its 2005 National Warehouse of the Year recognizing OH Logistics' Fond du Lac, WI facility. OH Logistics was also recognized for this award in 2003 and 2004, and has been in partnership with SYSCO for 28 years. - December 20, 2005 - Ozburn-Hessey Logistics
Record Cotton Exports Predicted at Mallory Alexander International Logistics Cotton Forum
Participants at the first Cotton Forum sponsored by Mallory Alexander International Logistics (www.mallorygroup.com) explored issues surrounding the record cotton export volumes expected to move through U.S. ports through July 2006. The Forum was held in Memphis on Nov. 30 and was attended by Mallory Alexander's freight forwarding customers including leading cotton merchants and their respective ocean carrier base. - December 14, 2005 - Mallory Alexander International Logistics
KARS Brokerage Announces Its Brokerage / Freight / Transportation / Warehousing Company
KARS Brokerage is licensed, bonded, insured and offers competitive rates, covering 48 states. We can accommodate any and all of your needs, from full loads, partial loads, vans, flatbed or reefer to cross docking and warehousing. - December 09, 2005 - Kars Brokerage
Mallory Alexander International Logistics Promotes Paul Liddell to Vice President Warehouse Operations
Paul Liddell has been promoted to vice president of Warehouse Operations by Mallory Alexander International Logistics (www.mallorygroup.com). He will focus on developing warehouse opportunities with global customers. - December 07, 2005 - Mallory Alexander International Logistics
Mallory Alexander International Logistics Names Carey Treadwell to Global Business Development Group
Carey Treadwell has been named to a prestigious team of Global Business Development Directors by Mallory Alexander International Logistics. - November 30, 2005 - Mallory Alexander International Logistics
Invent-tech Inventors Respond Directly to Direct Response Industry
Invent-Tech recently made its annual fall trek out west for the landmark event of the multi-billion dollar infomercial and direct response industry, the ERA (Electronic Retailing Association) Annual Convention. The exhibit took place from September 19th -21st 2005 – this year at a new venue, the Mirage Hotel in Las Vegas. Previously, the show had been held at the Paris Hotel, also in Las Vegas. - November 29, 2005 - Invention Technologies, Inc.
OH Logistics names new Director of Marketing and Communication: Karen
Ozburn-Hessey Logistics (OH Logistics, www.ohlogistics.com) announced the promotion of Karen Hall to Director of Marketing and Communication. Ms. Hall had previously served as a Marketing Manager for the company. - November 29, 2005 - Ozburn-Hessey Logistics
Invent-Tech’s Inventors Aim To Satisfy Tech-Savvy Toy Consumers
Unless you’re one of those last minute shoppers picking out gifts the night before Christmas or Hanukah, you’ve probably already started buying gifts for the upcoming giving season. Shopping for children is often the most fun. The pure joy and excitement on a child’s face when they receive a new toy brings unparalleled satisfaction. - November 29, 2005 - Invention Technologies, Inc.
OH Logistics Adds Mike Honious: Engineering Professional Joins Leading 3PL
Ozburn-Hessey Logistics announced the addition of Mike Honious as Vice President of Engineering. - November 22, 2005 - Ozburn-Hessey Logistics
International Profit Associates Selected by Aspatore Books to Author 'Inside the Minds: Consulting Leadership Strategies
IPA-IBA's Managing Director and President have been selected by the editorial board of 'Inside the Minds' as leaders in consulting and contributing authors. - November 18, 2005 - IPA
The Scotts Company LLC and OH Logistics Partner in Southern California: 3PL to Operate 600,000 SF Building
Ozburn-Hessey Logistics (OH Logistics, www.ohlogistics.com) and The Scotts Company LLC, a subsidiary of The ScottsMiracle-Gro Company, announced a partnership in which OH Logistics will provide warehousing and transportation scheduling for The Scotts Company and operate a 600,000 square foot building in Fontana, CA. - November 15, 2005 - Ozburn-Hessey Logistics
International Profit Associates Participates in Chicago's Principal for a Day Program
An International Profit Associates representative participated in the annual Mayor Richard M. Daley’s Principal for a Day program. - November 07, 2005 - IPA
Ozburn-Hessey Logistics and Zildjian Partner for Logistics
Percussion Products Company and 3PL Harmonizing Supply Chain Operations. - November 01, 2005 - Ozburn-Hessey Logistics
Nexus Announces New Pennsylvania Distribution Center Opening
Nexus Distribution, a leading North American 3PL (Third Party Logistics) Provider, expands its warehousing presence in the Northeast region of the U.S. and opens new distribution center in Lehigh Valley, PA. - October 27, 2005 - Nexus Distribution
International Profit Associates Supports Susan G Komen Breast Cancer Foundation
In honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month during October, International Profit Associates (IPA-IBA) has taken an active role in support of the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. - October 17, 2005 - IPA
Invent-Tech Joins Inventors in the Fight for Better Health
Gaining weight during the holiday season is a customary concern that usually begins a few weeks prior to the annual feasts scheduled by friends, family and work. - October 17, 2005 - Invention Technologies, Inc.
HALO® Eco Erosion Protection Systems protect Wetlands from Hurricanes, Tropical Storms and Coastal Flooding
To protect fragile wetlands, and help foster their growth, Elemental Innovation has developed the HALO Eco which offers advanced protection for wetland restoration. - October 15, 2005 - Elemental Innovation, Inc.
Invent-Tech Helps Promote New Halloween Safety Products
Halloween is a great time for self expression and creativity for many children. - October 12, 2005 - Invention Technologies, Inc.
WebDock DataPort Now Supports Modicon!
WebDock DataPort has added support for the Modicon OPC server family and related products. - October 11, 2005 - WebDock