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Mission Federal Credit Union Donates $1 Million to Support JA Finance Park, a Program of Junior Achievement of San Diego County
Mission Federal Credit Union has donated $1 million and becomes naming sponsor in support of Junior Achievement of San Diego County’s Mission Fed JA Finance Park program, focused on increasing the financial literacy of San Diego high school students. - November 12, 2014 - Mission Federal Credit Union
TicketDestroyers.com Gives Drivers Another Option When Ticketed
TicketDestroyers.com launched today with an easy to use website that allows drivers to fight traffic tickets from home. - November 12, 2014 - TicketDestroyers.com
Innovative Franchise Funding Company Offers $150K to Aspiring Franchisors
The Franchise Funding Group, LLC is dedicated to helping transform profitable yet geographically-limited businesses into successful, national franchise systems. - November 12, 2014 - Franchise Funding Group
Innovation Direct™ at Helm of Introduction of Gatekeeper Invention to Potential Licensees
An innovative new product designed to serve as a highly effective home security accessory, the Gatekeeper, has been developed by Audie U. Morgan of Norwalk, Connecticut. The invention is enabled with unprecedented technology that is specifically designed to provide multiple layers of security. The... - November 12, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Innovation Direct™ to be at Forefront of Licensing Campaign for Tempra Brow Invention
An innovative new product designed to serve as a valuable beauty accessory, the Tempra Brow, has been developed by Deborah Seabron of El Paso, Texas. The invention’s unique design enables it to provide its users with eyebrows that have a professional and natural look to them. The Tempra Brow... - November 12, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Innovation Direct™ Designated as Official Marketing Representative for CC Diaper Invention
An innovative and functional new twist on a widely used product, the CC Diaper, has been developed by Jaime Frand of Far Rockaway, New York. The invention's unique design enhances the utility and comfort of a conventional diaper. The CC Diaper is easy to put on a baby or older individual and... - November 12, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Healthcare Giant Pacific Source Adopts SJS Visual Communications Solution for Their State of Art Contact Centres
Visual Communications experts SJS Solutions in partnership with Inflow Communications of Oregon has provided the healthcare giant Pacific Source with a high tech new approach to modern contact centers focused on improving the agent environment and customer satisfaction. - November 11, 2014 - SJS Solutions Ltd
Innovation Direct™ Tabbed as Official Marketing Representative for DoGone Invention
An innovative and handy new product that effectively addresses a common problem for pet owners, the DoGone, has been developed by Charles Hammond of Orlando, Florida. The invention’s unique design enables its users to fully comply with all pet waste collection regulations in virtually... - November 11, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Innovation Direct™ at Forefront of Promotional Campaign for Patent Pending Toilet Tissue Core Invention
A simple yet handy new product that addresses a common household problem, the Toilet Tissue Core, has been developed by Louis Selig of Scranton, Pennsylvania. The invention's unique design enables it to restore the shape of a toilet tissue roll core after damage. The Toilet Tissue Core is easy and... - November 11, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Innovation Direct™ to Spearhead Licensing Campaign for Soccer Golf Net Invention
A simple yet innovative new sporting goods accessory, the Soccer Golf Net, has been developed by Henry Russell of Jacksonville, Florida. The invention’s unique design serves to provide its users with a way to play soccer at any time. The Soccer Golf Net’s proprietary features allow for... - November 11, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Innovation Direct™ Heading Up Marketing Efforts on Behalf of Extreme Swimming Device Invention
An innovative new product designed to serve as a valuable instructional accessory for a highly beneficial physical activity, the Extreme Swimming Device, has been developed by John P. Dreyling of South Saint Paul, Minnesota. The invention's unique design enables its users to significantly increase... - November 10, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Innovation Direct™ Designated as Official Marketing Representative for Leaf and Debris Grabber Invention
An innovative new product designed to simplify a common task related to pool maintenance, the Leaf & Debris Grabber, has been developed by Walter D. Henry of Deatsville, Alabama. The invention's unique design enables it to make the collection of leaf and debris from a pool much more... - November 10, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Innovation Direct™ to Serve as Official Marketing Representative of Brown Specialty Umbrella Invention
An innovative and highly functional new twist on a widely used product, the Brown Specialty Umbrella, has been developed by Lloyd N. Brown, Sr. of Chicago, Illinois. The invention's unique design provides its users with functionality not normally found in a conventional umbrella. The Brown... - November 10, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Innovation Direct™ Set to Represent Starr Multipurpose Spray Paint Container Invention to Potential Licensees
An innovative and highly functional new twist on a widely used art and design product, the Starr Multi-Purpose Spray Paint Container, has been developed by Samantha Starr Hunter of Quarryville, Pennsylvania. The invention's unique design and features greatly enhance the use and precision of a... - November 09, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Innovation Direct™ Leading the Way in Marketing of Clean Lift Invention
A simple yet useful new product that serves a valuable purpose in bathrooms, the Clean Lift, has been developed by Mitchell Hooks of Las Vegas, Nevada. The invention's unique design allows it to eliminate the need for users to have to engage in behavior that increases the likelihood of germ and... - November 09, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Innovation Direct™ to Spearhead Marketing and Licensing Efforts for Ratchet Wheel Invention
An innovative new tool designed to greatly facilitate a common automotive repair task, the Ratchet Wheel, has been developed by Bradley Hamilton of Cincinnati, Ohio. The invention's unique design insures that the removal of tire lug nuts is made much more efficient. The Ratchet Wheel saves... - November 09, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Innovation Direct™ to Target Potential Licensees on Behalf of Car Roof Rack Invention
An innovative and valuable new product designed to allow for the transport of items on a vehicle rooftop, the Car Roof Rack, has been developed by Marcos Pereyra of Naples, Florida. The invention’s unique design helps to insure that a variety of different oversized objects can be conveniently... - November 08, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Innovation Direct™ at Helm of Marketing Campaign for Lab Tote Invention
An innovative new product designed to serve as a widely diverse hazardous material transport accessory, the Lab Tote, has been developed by Edward Kie of Santa Maria, California. The invention's unique design provides its users with an effective and fully secure method of transporting a variety of... - November 08, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Innovation Direct™ to Serve as Licensing Representative for Seat Saniti Invention
An innovative new product designed to address an important and widespread health concern, the Seat Saniti, has been developed by Bryan Carr of Toney, Alabama. The invention's unique design enables it to provide thorough protection for its users from germs and bacteria in public settings. The Seat... - November 08, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Innovation Direct™ to Serve as Licensing Liaison for Patented Decorative Toilet Tissue Storage Unit Invention
An innovative new product designed to serve a common organizational need within a home, the Decorative Toilet Tissue Storage Unit, has been developed by Gerardo Valdez, Sr. of Houston, Texas. The invention’s unique design provides its users with an aesthetically pleasing and versatile storage... - November 07, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Innovation Direct™ Designated as Official Marketing Representative for Barziloski Extend Arms Invention
An innovative new product designed to improve the functionality of a commonly used piece of construction equipment, the Barziloski Extend Arms, has been developed by Adam Barziloski of Tunkhannock, Pennsylvania. The invention’s unique design allows it to extend the reach of the lift arms of a... - November 07, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Learning Light Director in Barbados to Deliver Keynote Lecture on e-Learning
David Patterson, a Director of Learning Light, the UK-based world e-learning market analyst, flies the flag for the UK’s e-learning producers when he visits Barbados in November to deliver an address in the "Services in Action Annual Lecture Series." - November 07, 2014 - Learning Light
Innovation Direct™ to be at Forefront of Introduction of Modified Doobie Invention to Potential Licensees in Industry
An innovative new product designed to effectively address a common need for those who utilize backpacks outdoors, the Modified Doobie, has been developed by Normand Dube of Charlottesville, Virginia. The invention’s unique design enables a water purification system to collect, filter, and... - November 06, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
KOSBE Announces 2014 KOSBE Impact Award Nominees
The Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship (KOSBE) today announced three nominees for the 20th Annual KOSBE Impact Award. At a special recognition event on Thursday, December 11th, from 6 to 9 PM, at The Club at Ridgefield’s in Kingsport, Tennessee, the winner... - November 06, 2014 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
Blue Bins Helps Celebrate the Age of “More” by Showcasing Their Boxes for Moving During CAM Annual Conference in Toronto
In a world where everyone is complaining about having less, the moving industry is focused on being and giving more. In fact, the Canadian Association of Movers (CAM) requires that all members have to pass a test to join this prestigious organization dedicated to all things moving. This eliminates... - November 06, 2014 - Blue Bins Unlimited
Innovation Direct™ Leading the Way in Licensing Campaign for Patented Stand by Light Bulbs Invention
An innovative and highly useful enhancement of an essential lighting product, the Stand By Light Bulbs, has been developed by Michael Simmons of Haymarket, Virginia. The invention’s unique design helps insure its users that they have access to light under virtually any circumstance. The... - November 06, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Innovation Direct™ to Spearhead Licensing Efforts for All-in-One Hander Solder Gun Invention
An innovative and highly functional improvement on the entire soldering process, the All-In-One Hander Solder Gun, has been developed by Matthew Lowe of Spanish Fork, Utah. The invention’s unique design enables it to effectively eliminate certain difficulties inherent in the use of... - November 06, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Are You Fit for Work? Wearable Activity-Tracking Devices Focus of Corporate Health & Wellness Association Challenge
Your boss – or the manager responsible for designing the company’s wellness program -- is about to let you know just how fit you are for work. The Corporate Health & Wellness Association has made a commitment to target new initiatives on the growing trend in employer use of wearable... - November 06, 2014 - Corporate Wellness Conference
Innovation Direct™ at Forefront of Licensing Initiative for Homemade Ginger Juice Invention
An innovative and diverse new beverage product, the Homemade Jinger Juice, has been developed by Marvin J. Alerou of Mount Juliet, Tennessee. The invention's unique ingredients enable it to serve as a drink that can be enjoyed in a number of settings and can provide a wide variety of health... - November 05, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Innovation Direct™ Leading the Way in Marketing Campaign for Carrier Base Invention
An innovative and highly functional new twist on an essential and widely used baby accessory, the Carrier Base, has been developed by William Johnson of Red Cloud, Nebraska. The invention's unique design provides its users with a diverse and multipurpose infant car seat. The Carrier Base is... - November 05, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Innovation Direct™ to Head Up Marketing Efforts for Burt Specialty Mug Invention
A simple yet innovative new accessory designed to address a common problem related to the consumption of coffee, the Burt Specialty Mug, has been developed by Sarah Burt of Plymouth, Minnesota. The invention's unique design helps insure that a coffee drinker always has a dependable means of... - November 05, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Phase 2 Gets New Certification and Opens New Frontiers in Medical Device Solutions for Manufacturing
Phase 2 Medical Manufacturing, Inc. is taking on some of the most difficult and exciting challenges when it comes to medical device solutions for contract manufacturing. - November 05, 2014 - Phase 2 Medical Manufacturing
Innovation Direct™ Tabbed as Official Marketing Representative of Lopez Nasal Protection Invention
A simple yet valuable new product designed to provide important protection for its users, the Lopez Nasal Protection, has been developed by Cintia Lopez of Palm Coast, Florida. The invention's unique design helps insure that potentially harmful substances do not enter a person’s nasal... - November 04, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Innovation Direct™ Spearheading Marketing and Licensing Efforts on Behalf of Igoe Tool Invention
An innovative and highly functional new product designed to address a problem related to the maintenance of a residential property, the Igoe Tool, has been developed by Ellen Igoe of Chicago, Illinois. The invention's unique features help enable those with physical limitations to perform effective... - November 04, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Innovation Direct™ to Introduce Octopong Invention to Potential Licensees in Industry
An innovative and functional new twist on a widely popular game, the Octopong, has been developed by Jade Burnett of Arvada, Colorado. The invention's unique design provides its users a version of the game Beer Pong that offers a number of advantages over the conventional form that currently exists. - November 03, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Innovation Direct™ at Helm of Promotional Efforts for Paper Slice Pro Invention
An innovative and highly functional new product designed to facilitate a common and essential food preparation task, the Paper Slice Pro, has been developed by Shigeki Kamio of Naples, Florida. The invention's unique design greatly simplifies the task of slicing a number of vegetables, including... - November 02, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Innovation Direct™ Designated as Official Marketing Representative for Sentinel 1013 Invention
An innovative and highly valuable new residential and commercial security product, the Sentinel 1013, has been developed by James T. Rairigh of Spanaway, Washington. The invention’s unique design helps insure property owners that they are immediately alerted to any potential break-ins on... - November 02, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Innovation Direct™ Tabbed to Represent 2nd Generation Air Deflector to Potential Licensees
An innovative and useful new product designed to greatly improve the efficiency of a valuable and essential household appliance, the 2nd Generation Air Deflector, has been developed by Lawrence Waters of Clay, Michigan. The invention’s unique design helps insure that air is directed... - November 02, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
National Fire Training Provider Helps UK Workplaces Take Control of Safety and Risk
With recent government statistics stating that over 50% of fire deaths are caused by smoker’s material or cigarette lighters, the UK’s leading training firm, Workplace Fire and Safety Training Ltd. (WFST), has taken matters into their own hands. - November 01, 2014 - Workplace Fire & Safety Training Ltd
Innovation Direct™ to Spearhead Marketing Initiative for Bodycrete Workout Shirt Invention
An innovative and functional new piece of fitness apparel, the Bodycrete Workout Shirt, has been developed by Jubari Baker and Mark Thomas of Jacksonville, Florida. The invention's unique design enables it to effectively address a common problem encountered when working out. The Bodycrete Workout... - November 01, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Innovation Direct™ to be at Forefront of Marketing and Licensing Efforts for Snap Beads Invention
A simple yet innovative new product designed to simplify the wearing of a popular hair and beauty accessory, the Snap Beads, has been developed by Cleto Reyes and Paula Richards of Elmira, New York. The invention’s unique design simplifies the implementation of beads into hair. The Snap... - November 01, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Monadnock Research Publishes 2014 Global Information Technology Consulting Rate Series
Monadnock Research (MR), the leading global provider of management and information technology (IT) consulting rate research, has completed publication of a series of reports covering global IT Consulting Rates in 24 countries. Each of the country-level reports is from 35 to 60 pages in length, with... - October 31, 2014 - Monadnock Research
Innovation Direct™ at Helm of Licensing Campaign for Patented Lighted Bracket Invention
A simple yet innovative new product designed to serve both aesthetic and functional purposes for trucks, the Lighted Bracket, has been developed by Bryan Wilkerson of White Plains, Kentucky. The invention's unique design enables it to effectively address a common problem related to mud flaps while... - October 31, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Innovation Direct™ Leading Marketing Initiative for Patent Pending Vanity Smoking Kit Invention
A simple yet innovative new product targeted at smokers everywhere, the Vanity Smoking Kit, has been developed by Joseph Domon of Richmond, California. The invention's unique design provides smokers with an extremely convenient and secure method of storing all of their smoking-related... - October 31, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Innovation Direct™ to Target Potential Licensees on Behalf of Busy Body Invention
An innovative new product that effectively addresses the needs of a certain segment of the medically needy population, the Busy Body, has been developed by John O. Shell of North Chesterfield, Virginia. The invention's unique design insures that patients suffering from conditions such as dementia... - October 31, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Learning Light Offers Alternative Generic Learning Content
Learning Light, the e-learning market analyst and approved centre delivering Level 2, 3 and 4 qualifications into the workplace, is offering its customers access to an extensive library of generic e-learning content. This move comes in the wake of the decision – announced in August - by the... - October 31, 2014 - Learning Light
The Language Technology Centre Wins Business Excellence Awards for Best SME
LTC, provider of translation services and language technology solutions, has won Best SME in Kingston Business Excellence Awards 2014. The Best SME award recognises the ongoing role that all SME businesses play in growing and sustaining the economy. - October 31, 2014 - LTC
KOSBE Hosts Wellmont Community Conversation Series: Business Impacts of Ebola
The Small Business Development Center ETSU – Kingsport Affiliate will host “Wellmont Community Conversation Series: Business Impacts of Ebola” on Thursday, October 30 from 4:30 to 6 p.m. at your Kingsport Chamber of Commerce. The event is presented by Wellmont Health System and... - October 30, 2014 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
Innovation Direct™ Tabbed as Official Marketing Representative for Avatar Book Invention
An innovative new application designed to facilitate a method of social interaction, the Avatar Book, has been developed by Irving Diaz of Fort Worth, Texas. The invention’s unique design and format helps alleviate the level of potential awkwardness and discomfort typically involved in... - October 30, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Innovation Direct™ to Head Up Marketing and Licensing Campaign for Patented Infant Stroller and Auto Motif
An innovative and fun new twist on a widely used baby product, the Infant Stroller and Auto Motif, has been developed by Darryl Chandler of Halifax, Virginia. The invention’s unique appearance renders it an eye-catching yet fully functional stroller. The Infant Stroller and Auto Motif is... - October 30, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.