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New Director Joins the Board
Petro Horizon Energy Corp. (TSXV.PHE) (PRZCF.OTCBB) (PH0.FRANKFURT) is pleased to announce that Richard Granholm has agreed to join the Board of Directors. - February 11, 2010 - Petro Horizon Energy Corp.
Short Sale Negotiation Company Offers Free Services to Help Local Realtors
Short Sale Facilitators was founded to give Realtors a free viable alternative to negotiating their own short sales. There were too many negotiation companies that were taking money up front and not getting the deals closed making it hard to know who to trust. Teaming up with Greater Florida Title... - February 10, 2010 - Short Sale Facilitators
Controllers, LLC Announces the Formation of a New Professional Services Firm
Joel Goldstein, Philip Panos, Harvey Stalarow and Joe Tiras, all formerly of Tatum, LLC, are proud to announce the formation of Controllers, LLC. "We are a National Financial Services Firm offering solutions for the non-attest needs to the office of the CFO/Controller and their professional... - February 10, 2010 - Controllers, LLC
Revenue Enhancement Education Offered to Trade Association by Collection Agency
Chosen last fall as their Business Partner by the Promotional Products Association International (PPAI); Credit Decisions International, Ltd. (CDI) is actively sharing their knowledge and expertise with all PPAI’s members who are seeking improvements to their financial bottom line. - February 10, 2010 - Credit Decisions International, Ltd
The Tony Croft Team at Barclay Funding Launches HomeBenefitIQ
The Tony Croft Team at Barclay Funding Launches HomeBenefitIQ to Provide an Innovative New Employee Benefit Companies Can Provide Real Estate Services to Employees to Enhance Their Benefit Package Companies of all sizes and kinds are looking for ways to improve their employee benefit packages. - February 10, 2010 - The Tony Croft Team at Barclay Funding Corp
Collection Agency Celebrates 25 Years by Giving Away Money to Good Causes
To recognize their Silver Anniversary of operation, Credit Decisions International, Ltd. located in the Chicago suburb of Elk Grove Village, IL and led by its founding President Lou Figueroa is announcing a new initiative to help those in need during these challenging times by allowing their clients to help decide where the agency will provide charitable assistance. - February 10, 2010 - Credit Decisions International, Ltd
SIA Group Appoints Personal Lines Customer Service Representative
Don Mills, president of SIA Group (www.siagroup.net), a full-service insurance agency with seven offices throughout North Carolina, has announced that Debbie Davis has been named personal lines customer service representative for the branch office in Jacksonville, N.C. In this position,... - February 10, 2010 - SIA Group
ACCA Announces New Country Head for Singapore
ACCA (The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr Darryl Wee as its new Country Head for Singapore. Darryl takes over from Penelope Phoon with immediate effect. Penelope has been with ACCA Singapore since 2003 and leaves to pursue her personal... - February 10, 2010 - ACCA
ACCA Singapore and ASME Sign Inaugural Memorandum of Cooperation to Help SMEs
A new partnership to help small and medium sized businesses in Singapore has been launched today with the signing of a Memorandum of Cooperation (MoC) between ACCA (the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) and ASME (Association of Small and Medium Enterprises). The two bodies will work... - February 10, 2010 - ACCA
American Trade Association Launches 7 Levels of Membership Packages
American Trade Association (ATA), a Not-for-profit organization, has launched 7 levels of membership packages packed with lot of benefits. ATA brings together to form a strong buying group. Any person who is employed or eligible for employment or business entrepreneur of the age group between 18... - February 10, 2010 - American Trade Association
American People Search Reveals Death of Blind Dating
More and more single American looking for love are turning to online people search to research information on future dates and ensure their own safety before meeting potential partners. The people search source AmericaSearch.org has revealed that nearly double the amount of searches coming from... - February 10, 2010 - AmericaSearch.org
Spectrum Commercial Lending, Inc. Closes Large SBA 504 Loan in January
Spectrum Commercial Lending, Inc. a non-bank commercial lender provided low fixed rate financing for their clients on a 50,000 plus square foot industrial building using the SBA 504 loan program. - February 09, 2010 - Spectrum Commercial Lending
Understanding Self-Storage Pro Formas the Focus of MiniCo Publishing Webinar
For self-storage business owners, understanding the pro forma is one of the most critical aspects of the financial process. On March 10, 2010, self-storage industry veteran Mike Parham, Founder and President of Noah’s Ark Development, a Parham Group company, will present the free webinar... - February 09, 2010 - MiniCo Insurance Agency, LLC
Business Banking Sales Managers: New Solution for Conducting Interesting, Fun Sales Meetings
Business bankers can say “good-bye” to boring, redundant sales meetings with the launch of Clarity Advantage’s Sales Meeting in a Box—the fun, new way for managers to motivate sales staff and increase sales results. - February 09, 2010 - Clarity Advantage Corporation
ACCA and FSB Host Discussion on SMEs and the Equality Bill
Small Businesses face challenges of diversity and equality. - February 08, 2010 - ACCA
Role of Audit is Crucial for Ukraine's Continuing Economic Development Says ACCA
But corruption, lack of transparency and publicity are key challenges for businesses and auditors. - February 08, 2010 - ACCA
Sam Arnold / AICG, Inc. Seek to Fill Chinese Education Void with Opening of Athena’s Higher Learning Center Branches in the U.S.A.
Demand for Chinese language study in the United States leads Athena’s Higher Learning Center, financed by Sam Arnold/AICG, to open 8 Chinese language schools in three states within the next two years. - February 08, 2010 - American Independent Capital Group, Inc.
Worldwide Medical Partners and Phoenix Healthcare Foundation Relief Efforts in Haiti
In response to Haiti’s immediate needs, Worldwide Medical Partners (www.wmpmedical.com) and Phoenix Healthcare Foundation (PHF) (www.phfcaeres.org) has been working in Haiti in collaboration with the nonprofit EcoWorks International (www.ecowroksinternational.org) since January 13th. Their... - February 07, 2010 - Worldwide Medical Partners, LLC
BankInfoSecurity.com Editor to Deliver ‘State of Banking Information Security’ at RSA Conference
RSA Conference Platinum Media Sponsor, BankInfoSecurity.com, will also be presenting an educational session on information security in the finance industry based on results of a survey of bank, credit union, and financial professionals. - February 07, 2010 - Information Security Media Group
Audit Concept Becomes Correspondent Firm of Russell Bedford International in Morocco
Addition of correspondent firm in Morocco completes Russell Bedford coverage in key North African countries. - February 07, 2010 - Russell Bedford International
Latest Latin American Alternative Investment News
Agribusiness: Alternative Latin Investor Reports - Coffee: Agricultural Case Study - February 06, 2010 - Alternative Latin Investor
Pierce Group Benefits and Colonial Life Partner with Benefitfocus
Benefitfocus® announced today a partnership with Pierce Group Benefits and Colonial Life & Accident Insurance Company to provide Benefitfocus HR InTouchTM, a centralized platform for benefits enrollment and management. As employers increase the number of voluntary benefits they offer their... - February 06, 2010 - Pierce Group Benefits
Innovative Credit Consultants Raises Funds for Haiti Relief
Innovative Credit Consultants Donates Thousands to Support American Red Cross Relief Programs in Haiti. - February 06, 2010 - Innovative Credit Consultants
James F. Byrd of Crescent State Bank Participates in Dancing with the Sandhills Stars Competition
Michael G. Carlton, president of Crescent State Bank (www.crescentstatebank.com), a wholly owned subsidiary of Crescent Financial Corporation, (NASDAQ Global MarketSM), has announced that James F. Byrd, senior vice president at the bank, competed in the Dancing with the Sandhills Stars competition... - February 06, 2010 - Crescent State Bank
Announcing the Banking Information Security Today 2010 Survey
Information Security Media Group Debuts Results of Third Annual Study at RSA Conference on March 1. - February 06, 2010 - Information Security Media Group
Front Futures Acquires FINE Security Trading
Front Futures has acquired the FINE Security Trading- a real-time position-keeping and risk management system that captures and values exchange-traded and cleared products across multiple trading venues. - February 06, 2010 - Front Futures
Russell Bedford Costa Rica Appoints Audit Director
Sergio Calderón has joined the Costa Rican member firm of the Russell Bedford International accounting network - February 06, 2010 - Russell Bedford International
Author to Award Financial Assistance to Deserving Families
A Florida author is giving back to help families in need. With his new book, Saving Your American Dream, finance professional Jason Biro launches a campaign to provide direct financial assistance and one-on-one advice to help families save their homes and rebuild their finances. - February 05, 2010 - CRDG
Highland Capital Management Completes CLO Value Fund I and Provides a 138 Percent Gross Return to Its Investors
Highland continues to see opportunity in the CLO market - February 05, 2010 - Highland Capital Management, L.P.
Tony Chen Promoted to Executive Vice President of Integrated Healthcare
Mr. Chen Expands Chief Technology Officer Role with EVP - February 05, 2010 - GreenWood International Insurance Services, Inc
Daniel Boisvert Becomes President of Integrated Healthcare, LLC
Mr. Boisvert Takes on Roles of President and CEO of the CDHC Company - February 05, 2010 - GreenWood International Insurance Services, Inc
Meyer-Chatfield Launches Free Online Research Portal
This site is packed full of articles, white papers, regulatory bulletins and other educational resources compiled by Meyer-Chatfield's in-house research team, strategic partners and affiliates. - February 05, 2010 - Meyer Chatfield, Corp.
J.P. Turner Welcomes National Director of Training and Development
J.P. Turner hires Greg Mausz to lead the development of training programs for their independent representatives. - February 05, 2010 - J.P. Turner & Company, LLC
N-iX is Going to Participate in CeBIT 2010
N-iX, Ukrainian IT outsourcing provider of software solutions and engineering services, has recently announced its participation in CeBIT 2010 (Hannover, March 2-6). - February 05, 2010 - N-iX LLC
N-iX Has Confirmed Its Microsoft Gold Certified Partnership for 2010
N-iX, Ukrainian IT outsourcing provider of software solutions and engineering services, has verified its status of a Microsoft Gold Certified Partner for year 2010. N-iX LLC has gained the highest status of Microsoft partnership in 2009 as recognition of its highest level of technological... - February 05, 2010 - N-iX LLC
One Year After President Obama Signed the Children’s Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act Cheap Living Tips Announces: Children are Still Uninsured
On the anniversary of the signing of the Children's Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act of 2009 (CHIPRA) Cheap Living Tips encourages parents of uninsured children to explore Federally funded State low income health insurance programs to obtain medical coverage for their minor children. - February 04, 2010 - Cheap Living Tips
RegaloCard Adds Leading Entertainment Venue in El Salvador to Its Mobile Payments Network
World Games Partners with RegaloCard Enabling Salvadorans in the US To Invite Their Family Out for a Days Entertainment While Avoiding Costly Money Transfer Fees. - February 04, 2010 - RegaloCard
Voyage Home Loans Employees Contribute to Haiti Relief Efforts
In an employee-led initiative, Voyage Home Loans donated over eight hundred dollars to UNICEF’s ongoing humanitarian relief effort for children in Haiti. The donations were collected by members of a team from KDND 107.9 “The End” in Sacramento. The contributions were a part of... - February 04, 2010 - Voyage Home Loans
Controllers, LLC Announces New Service Offering to Support the Office of the CFO/Controller with the Month End Closing Process
More and more companies are facing challenges achieving a timely period close and producing adequate reporting. - February 04, 2010 - Controllers, LLC
HealthcareInfoSecurity.com Debuts from Information Security Media Group
Information Security Media Group (ISMG) announces the launch of HealthcareInfoSecurity.com, a multimedia site providing news, insights and education on information security, risk management and privacy in the healthcare industry. - February 04, 2010 - Information Security Media Group
Advantax Announces Release of New 2010 Property Tax Software
Advantax announces the release of its new 2010 PTR by Advantax® corporate property tax software. The 2010 version now makes it easier for tax departments to complete all functions of the property tax compliance process. - February 04, 2010 - Advantax Group, LLC.
Pay Asia Launches Pay Bharat in India
Pay Asia, Asia's most innovative payroll and human resource outsourcing (P&HRO) provider launched its India payroll offering today, Pay Bharat in Bangalore, India. Pay Bharat will leverage the Pay Asia experience to deliver a tailored service to meet the specific needs of the Indian market. - February 04, 2010 - Pay Asia Management Pvt Ltd
Tanya Marchiol of TEAM Investments Announces the Premiere of Her Free Online Video Series "The Prosperity Series"
Tanya Marchiol, real estate mogul and CEO of Phoenix-based, TEAM Investments announces the premiere of her online video series entitled, "The Prosperity Principles: Creating Generational Wealth through Real Estate." The free online video series will provide information on various real... - February 04, 2010 - Team Investments
CMA Announces Sao Paulo Based Proximity and Collocation for Brazil Exchange Trading Community
Ultra-Low Latency Proximity and Collocation offering for local and international financial institutions and vendors looking to participate in the explosive Brazilian Exchange traded market place. - February 03, 2010 - CMA
Leading Home Improvement Retailer Joins the RegaloCard Mobile Payments Network In Guatemala
Construcentro A Leading National Home Improvement Chain in Guatemala Partners with RegaloCard Enabling Guatemalans to Avoid Costly Money Transfer Fees. - February 03, 2010 - RegaloCard
Account Executives Join FIRM Consulting Group
FIRM Consulting Group announced that Elizabeth Galvin and Maureen Massari have joined the organization as Account Executives for the Tampa market. The move represents FIRM Consulting’s commitment to the Tampa community while expanding its presence in Florida. With the companies continued... - February 03, 2010 - FIRM Consulting Group
Jarvis & Mackenzie Chairman Applauds Obama Banking Proposal
Jarvis & Mackenzie Chairman, Anthony Jarvis, welcomed on Friday, plans by U.S. President Barack Obama to curb risk-taking activities by banks, according to a Wall Street Journal report. The commodity firm chairman has long been opposed to “the institutions” ability to play banker... - February 03, 2010 - Jarvis & MacKenzie
Warranties 4 Wheels, Auto Warranty Specialists Designs Specialty Program: Exclusionary Emergency Vehicle Coverage
First ever in the nation, Warranties 4 Wheels designed a program to offer coverage on Ambulances and other emergency vehicles. Warranties 4 Wheels is now offering exclusionary coverage in this class. - February 03, 2010 - Warranties 4 Wheels
Hop Into Power Financial Credit Union on March 20 to Meet the Easter Bunny
South Florida's leading credit union opens its doors to host the Easter Bunny for free photos - February 03, 2010 - Power Financial Credit Union
Premier Apartment Advisors Team Joins Cornish & Carey
C&C has significantly expanded its multi-family investment services group by adding the brokerage team from Premier Apartment Advisors. Richard Knutson, John Leyvas, Jay Cross, Stephen Pagones, Mike Pagones and Anthony Pappageorge will be based in C&C’s Oakland office and Vince McCarrie will be based in C&C’s Santa Clara office. This team joins industry veteran Keith Suddjian, senior vice president in C&C’s Palo Alto office, who together comprise C&C’s Apartment Advisors. - February 03, 2010 - Cornish & Carey Commercial Newmark Knight Frank