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Business Legend Dan Pena Releases 75th Newsletter
Pena talks about the current economic crisis, his activities the past year and future plans. - November 21, 2009 - Dan Pena Quantum Leap Advantage
Dan Pena QLA Training Now Available for Download
Legendary business coach Dan Pena has trained and coached executives around the world. For the first time he has made his training materials available for instant download. - November 20, 2009 - Dan Pena Quantum Leap Advantage
Deltastock Organizes an International Design Contest with a USD 10 000 Prize Fund
The company invites graphic designers from all countries to participate in the contest, and submit their fresh banner ideas and landing pages layouts. - November 20, 2009 - Deltastock
Ex-Aviva Investors Derivatives Head Joins RFQ-hub
Former Aviva Investors head of structured products and business management, Jez Bezant, has joined the recently launched RFQ-hub, the new derivatives request-for-quote platform, as partner. - November 20, 2009 - RFQ-hub
Carbon Accounting - Building the Case for a Green Work Place
An environmentally friendly office is not hard to achieve says ACCA (the Association for Chartered Certified Accountants) today as it offers ten practical tips for a sustainable workplace as part of its drive towards carbon accounting. - November 20, 2009 - ACCA
Five Crucial Steps to Find the Right Wealth Manager
By following a systematic five step process private investors can identify the right wealth manager for their specific needs as detailed in the new MyPrivateBanking.com guide “Choosing the Right Wealth Managers.” - November 20, 2009 - MyPrivateBanking GmbH
Crescent State Bank Releases Rewards Checking Podcast
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 Danielle Beagley, marketing coordinator at the bank, has released a podcast detailing the bank’s Rewards... - November 20, 2009 - Crescent State Bank
Businesses in India Need to Prepare Urgently for the Introduction in 2011 of IFRS Says ACCA
Ambivalence and lack of focus are major hurdles to a smooth conversion says global accounting body. - November 20, 2009 - ACCA
Plante & Moran 2009 North American Plastic Industry Study Confirms Some Bright Spots, But Long Road Ahead for Plastics Processors
North American plastics processors continue to face significant challenges as they attempt to recover from the recession, according to the most recent industry benchmarking study conducted by Plante & Moran, PLLC, the 12th largest CPA and business consulting firm in the United States. The... - November 20, 2009 - Plante & Moran
Further Expansion at Russell Bedford Texas and San Francisco Firm
Russell Bedford US member firm PMB Helin Donovan appoints two new partners and opens office in Dallas. - November 20, 2009 - Russell Bedford International
Good News from VIPC Capital Management - International Investors Now Can Own a House in Vietnam
Vietnam has been destination of foreign investment flows recent years. In 2008, a new Resolution is issued allowing foreign individuals and organizations to buy and own one residential house in Vietnam. - November 19, 2009 - Vietnam Investment Power Corporation
Maxpayments Solutions on Target at NY ad:tech ‘09
Payment processor Maxpayments (www.maxpayments.com) celebrated much success with their exhibition at recent ad:tech show in NY at the Javitis Center on November 4-6. - November 19, 2009 - Maxpayments
Wright Earns CIC Designation
The designation of Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC) has been conferred upon Joan Wright, a Commercial Protection Specialist at The O’Neill Group, following her successful completion of a rigorous, multi-year insurance education program sponsored by the Society of Certified Insurance... - November 19, 2009 - The O'Neill Group
Hinduja Group Firm Signs MoU with Dassault Systemes
Hinduja Group firm Defiance Tech today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Dassault Systemes to market the Euronext-listed company's solutions across Indian automotive, industrial and aerospace and defence sectors. "We are a software provider and Defiance Tech has the necessary... - November 19, 2009 - Hinduja Group
Westernfield Holdings Ramping Up Carbon Offset Funding
Westernfield Holdings Inc. is looking to ramp up funding for carbon offset projects in Asia that fall within the guidelines of the U.N.’s Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) and is jointly financing an $80 million Malaysian project. Westernfield Holdings Inc., which is aiming to become... - November 19, 2009 - Westernfield Holding Inc.
Smith Earns CISR Designation
The designation of Certified Insurance Service Representative (CISR) has been conferred upon Lori Smith, a Commercial Lines Assistant at The O’Neill Group, following her successful completion of a rigorous insurance education program sponsored by the Society of Certified Insurance... - November 19, 2009 - The O'Neill Group
God’s Green Africa Partners with Republic of Benin
God’s Green Africa, a division of God’s Green America, today announced its partnership with The Republic of Benin to unite resources of the West with the imminent local needs of health, agriculture, housing and education. This multi-faceted initiative will provide a template for... - November 19, 2009 - God's Green America
One in Two Recruitment Consultants Not Covered for Professional Mistakes
54% of recruitment consultants putting businesses at risk by waiving professional indemnity insurance. - November 18, 2009 - Coverzones
Alternative Latin Investor Reports: Agribusiness – Agave & Tequila
While the craze comes and goes, Tequila will always popular as Steven Kaczor takes an in-depth look at the investment potential of agave. - November 18, 2009 - Alternative Latin Investor
Alternative Latin Investor Reports: Precious Things in Peru
Guest journalist Anthony LoBaido investigates the diversity of the Peruvian mining industry - November 18, 2009 - Alternative Latin Investor
New Year Tax Rise Will Hit Wealthy UK Residents, Says ACCA
• New 50% rate for higher earners will have impact • Withdrawal of the personal allowance for those earning over £100,000 • VAT up to 17.5% - November 18, 2009 - ACCA
Business Legend Dan Pena Embraces Social Media
Legendary business guru Dan Pena is now using Twitter and Facebook for communication. - November 18, 2009 - Dan Pena Quantum Leap Advantage
Hennion & Walsh Winter 2009 Market Commentary: Is the Recovery Validated?
Hennion & Walsh (http://www.hennionandwalsh.com) issue their Winter 2009 Market Commentary providing fresh insights on the current market recovery and its sustainability. - November 18, 2009 - Hennion and Walsh, Inc.
Strategic Capital, Structured Settlement Industry Expert, Launches a New Website
Strategic Capital Corporation announces the launch of its new informational website for structured settlement and annuity holders. - November 18, 2009 - Strategic Capital
First Investors Corporation: Johnathan Wilsey Promoted to Division Manager of the Springfield Office
First Investors Corporation is pleased to announce the promotion of Johnathan Wilsey to the position of Division Manager of the Springfield, Massachusetts sales office. Jon’s promotion took effect on October 16, 2009. A graduate of SUNY College at Potsdam, Jon has been with First Investors... - November 18, 2009 - First Investors Media
Alvaro Rubio Joins Frost Capital as M&A Analyst
Alvaro Rubio joins Frost Capital as a financial analyst. Mr. Rubio brings top ten accounting firm experience and a specialization in handling international financial analysis. Mr. Rubio holds an MBA and is qualified to sit for the CPA exam. Mr. Rubio will be instrumental in Frost Capital's... - November 18, 2009 - Frost Capital LLC
ennovent Launches Global Energy Challenge
Today, ennovent together with Indian and international partners launched the Global Energy Challenge: Advancing Change - Energy for India's Poor. This Challenge invites enterprises from India and around the world to submit proven, for-profit solutions that can meet some of the critical energy needs of India’s poor. ennovent will invest up to USD 500,000 to launch or scale the winning enterprise in India and is offering a reward of USD 3,000 to the nominator. - November 18, 2009 - Ennovent Gmbh
Oberthur Technologies and Todos Announce a Worldwide Partnership in the Field of Authentication
An end-to-end authentication solution for banks securing e-shopping and e-banking worldwide. - November 18, 2009 - Todos Data System AB
Coface Credit Management North America Provides Factoring Facility for $1.5 Million Internet Technology Company
Coface Credit Management North America, Inc. (CCMNA) announced today that it provided a factoring facility for a $1.5 million Internet technology company. This company, servicing mainly online media companies, has suffered as a result of the current economic downturn. Experiencing minimal equity... - November 18, 2009 - Coface North America, Inc.
Todos Brings Trust and Usability to Mobile Authentication - Launches iPhone/iPod Touch App, Announces Android App
Transaction verification goes mobile as Todos AB updates onMobile for Java MIDP mobiles, launches onMobile for iPhone(TM) and iPod Touch(TM) and announces application for the Android platform. - November 17, 2009 - Todos Data System AB
CommercialDeals.com – a Commercial Real Estate Finance Resource
Introducing www.CommercialDeals.com, a free commercial real estate finance resource connecting borrowers, intermediaries and lenders for debt/equity financing. - November 17, 2009 - LopinYukelis Corp.
Manhattan CPA Now Offers Tax Preparation for All Clergy
Manhattan based CPA and Rabbi offers unique Clergy Tax services via the launch of a new website. - November 17, 2009 - Medows CPA, PLLC
Significant Slowdown in Lending Causes Increase in Business Debt Defaults, Says Valcor
No rebound is truly possible if capital cannot be provided by banks to small business. The severe slowdown in accounts receivable are causing loan applications to banks to be turned down. Alternative capital sources now needed and are being provided through Valcor Licensees. - November 17, 2009 - Valcor Arbitration Services
Morris Commodities Signs an Introducing Broker Agreement with WireFX Limited
New partnership will allow Morris Commodities users to open Forex trading accounts without dealer intervention, extending the Morris Commodities trading experience to a wider audience. - November 17, 2009 - Morris Commodities
Morris Commodities Hires Two New Advisors
Morris Commodities is pleased to announce that Robert Liu and Joseph Askew have joined the firm as financial advisers. - November 17, 2009 - Morris Commodities
Alternative Latin Investor Reports: a Truly Personal Investment in Wine and Argentina
With the growing interest in Argentine wines, ALI speaks with Dan Karlin, owner/operator of Anuva vinos, one of the few Argentina based U.S. importers. - November 16, 2009 - Alternative Latin Investor
Alternative Latin Investor Reports: Emerging Markets - Paradise Lost, Paraguay Found
Lying nestled against Brazil and Argentina, Paraguay is full of undiscovered investment opportunities. - November 16, 2009 - Alternative Latin Investor
ACCA Awards Scottish Accountants in Graduation Ceremony
It All Adds Up for Scottish Accountants with ACCA. - November 16, 2009 - ACCA
Mortgage Management Solutions is Now offering: $100,000 in Business Lines of Credit... Great for Start Ups and Business Expansion
Mortgage Management solutions has Aged Existing Shelf Corporations w /Credit Fico 700+ guaranteed $100,000 Business lines of credit. Less than 680 please call. - November 16, 2009 - Mortgage Management Solutions
Mortgage Management Solutions Now Offers: An Economic Stimulus Package for Business. Get the Business Credit You Need for 2010.
Mortgage Management Solutions is Now Offering: 2 and 3 Year Old Shelf Corporations with a $400,000 Line of Credit Guarantee. - November 15, 2009 - Mortgage Management Solutions
FISC Hires Senior Vice President of Information Technology
FISC Solutions, a Maine based outsourcing service provider, is pleased to announce the appointment of Kevin Broughton as Senior Vice President of Information Technology. Kevin will join FISC Solutions on October 21, 2009, bringing a wealth of IT, Security, Operations and Project Management... - November 15, 2009 - FISC Solutions
Russell Bedford International Announces Result of 2009 Board Election
Boston area CPA elected to international board of Russell Bedford global accounting network - November 15, 2009 - Russell Bedford International
North American Bancard Hires Marty Wood as New National Sales Manager
Payment solutions provider North American Bancard (NAB) today announced that Marty Wood has joined their team of National Sales Managers. Wood has an 18-year track record of working with Sales Teams and ISOs at companies including PMT. INC., Fast Transact, Inc., First Horizon Merchant Sales and... - November 15, 2009 - North American Bancard
The Hope Process Names Met’s Legend Ed Kranepool as National Spokesman and Executive Director
The Hope Process today announced Met’s Legend, Ed Kranepool, as it’s national spokesman and Executive Director. The Hope Process, a division of IRN payment systems, enables IRN’s customers to donate to charities based on a percentage of their credit card processing fees that would... - November 15, 2009 - The Hope Process
Crude Oil Managed Accounts of FX-Managed-Accounts.info Continue to Lead the Way by Introducing the Highly Anticipated Access Energy Program
Nowadays investors are asking for alternative investments and in particular the trend is leaning towards the lucrative crude oil managed accounts together with the forex managed accounts. - November 14, 2009 - FX Managed Accounts
Alternative Latin Investor Reports: Pre-Salt: What Now?
Francisco Ebeling of the Brazilian Institute of Oil, Gas and Biofuels explains the true significance of offshore pre-salt oil discoveries. - November 14, 2009 - Alternative Latin Investor
FreedomPay, LLC Now Doing Business as USA Payroll
FreedomPay, LLC of Cumming GA, announced this month that it is now doing business as USA Payroll of Georgia. - November 14, 2009 - USA Payroll, Inc
Majority of Small Business Owners Believe Congress is Underperforming When It Comes to Economy; Many Worry Congress Will Raise Taxes to Help Pay for Budget Deficit
According to a Small Business Research Board (SBRB) study conducted in conjunction with IPA, the majority, or approximately 62%, of small business owners and managers believe Congress has not adequately stimulated the economy. Furthermore, approximately 80% of survey participants stated they are... - November 14, 2009 - IPA
Sandy Abalos Participates in Women and Health Care Week
Sandy Abalos, managing partner of Abalos & Associates, PLLC (www.abaloscpa.com), participated in Women and Health Care Week discussing the current health care process and potential reforms. Abalos partook in Teletown Hall and the Bloggers Call on Nov. 4. The Women Teletown Hall involved the GOP... - November 14, 2009 - Abalos & Associates
The Real Estate IRA is No Longer Your Grandma's Retirement Plan
As the stock market reaches its most volatile levels since the Great Depression, people are looking for alternative ways to invest their retirement funds. Many investors are discovering the Real estate IRA as a alternative way to invest their money as the real estate market at a low now stabilizes in some choice markets. - November 14, 2009 - Truly Self Directed