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Bōbē Unveils Four New Spa-tacular Products

2011-09-10T15:26:00.000-07:00

Bōbē Unveils Four New Spa-tacular Products

Wooing customers since 2005, Saskatchewan-based bath and body company bōbē bath essentials is offering four new creations to its line. The additions consist of the Soy Whip Body Butter, Goats Milk Body Glaze and the Reconstructive Shampoo and Conditioner.

Saskatoon, SK (PRWEB) March 29, 2006 -–

“We offer unique and diverse scents that can be customized into a variety of products,” says Marlese Sears, owner & creator of bōbē. This modern, versatile approach is a factor for the company’s growing international success. Using the finest ingredients, bōbē provides a spa experience unlike any other in the comfort of one’s refuge.

“I have tried to integrate products that contain sought-after ingredients and properties,” Sears says of the recent additions. “Ingredients such as soy and goats milk are appealing to those who are looking for either a vegan-friendly or natural alternative.”

The Soy Whip Body Butter is a non-greasy, rich moisturizer that is whipped to perfection. Lather up in thirst-quenching Lime Margarita, Strawberry Dream or Nut Medley. Soothe parched skin with the Goats Milk Body Glaze. With the appearance and consistency of yogurt, delight in the exotic aromas of Misbehavin’, Satin Sheets and Utopia. Both items are available in 80 sensational scents.

Seeking a remedy for lackluster locks? Try bōbē’s Reconstructive Shampoo and Conditioner. Simply close your eyes and imagine juicy pomegranates surrounded by hints of pineapple, red grapefruit, green apple, mango and subtle moss. “Our shampoo moisturizes and repairs at the same time, giving you silky and soft hair that has a healthy shine.” The conditioner repairs, nourishes and detangles. With the mind-boggling scent, don’t be surprised if you find yourself sniffing your hair all day.

For more information, including samples, hi-res photos or a press kit, contact Sears at (306) 384-1080. Visit www. bobebathessentials. com to view the entire product line.

About bōbē bath essentials

Bōbē (pronounced “beau-bee”) is a fresh new face in the bath and body industry. Created by Marlese Sears in May 2005, bōbē provides quality products at an affordable price. Besides manufacturing eight intoxicating products, the company strongly believes in giving back. Each month, 10 percent of the total sales is donated to designated charities including UNICEF, Saskatoon Food Bank, the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation and Habit for Humanity among others.

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Huntington. com Continues To Improve Top 10 Online Banking Rating It Has Held Since 2003

2011-09-09T16:20:00.000-07:00

Huntington. com Continues To Improve Top 10 Online Banking Rating It Has Held Since 2003

Huntington moves up three places in keynote WebExcellence Banker Scorecard -- one of foremost industry measurements.

Columbus, OH (Vocus) July 30, 2007

Huntington Bank's Web site, huntington. com (https://www. huntington. com/?source=pr_keynote_score_073007), has been rated 6th in the nation by the Keynote WebExcellence Banker Scorecard for Q2 2007. Huntington's performance has moved up three places from its previous ranking of 9th place. Keynote, known as The Mobile and Internet Performance Authority™, is the global leader in mobile and Internet test and measurement services. Since 1998, the Keynote Banker Scorecard has served as an industry benchmark for site functionality and ease of use.

"Huntington has long been a technological leader having been one of the first to launch a Web site with online banking and bill pay," said Pam Archer, vice president of Huntington Bank. "At Huntington we have been able to maintain our leadership position and high rankings in online services because we continue to identify customer online banking needs and fulfill them."

In rating Huntington's site, Keynote underscored the fact that Huntington had its strongest showing in the categories of "Ease of Use" and "Quality and Availability." Huntington also performed well in the categories of "Look Up Information" and "Plan Tasks."

Improvements to Huntington's online banking experience since it was last rated in the third quarter of 2006 include expanded viewing of check and deposit images to 16 months and improved online funds transfer capabilities.

Specifically, Huntington was noted for:

Functionality
Huntington is ahead of the curve for archived account history; the site provides 24 months of account and bill payment history and 16 months of online statements.

Ease of Use
The account summary in the secure site automatically displays pending bill payments and transfers.

Privacy & Availability
Security-purposed email notifications are automatically sent to customers when the account holder's email and mailing address is changed or a payee is added to online bill payment.

Quality & Availability
The site offers online chat customer support within the account opening and other areas of the site.

To visit Huntington's top-ranked site, go to huntington. com (https://www. huntington. com/?source=pr_keynote_score_073007). To find out more information about the Keynote WebExcellence Scorecard, go to keynote. com (http://www. keynote. com/).

About Huntington
Huntington Bancshares Incorporated is a $55 billion regional bank holding company headquartered in Columbus, Ohio. Through its affiliated companies, Huntington has more than 141 years of serving the financial needs of its customers. Huntington provides innovative retail and commercial financial products and services through over 700 regional banking offices in Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia. Huntington also offers retail and commercial financial services online at huntington. com; through its technologically advanced, 24-hour telephone bank; and through its network of nearly 1,400 ATMs. Selected financial service activities are also conducted in other states including: Dealer Sales offices in Arizona, Florida, Georgia, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, and Tennessee; Private Financial and Capital Markets Group offices in Florida; and Mortgage Banking offices in Maryland and New Jersey. Through Sky Insurance, Huntington offers retail and commercial insurance agency services, through offices in Ohio, Pennsylvania, Michigan, Indiana, and West Virginia. International banking services are made available through the headquarters office in Columbus, a limited purpose office located in the Cayman Islands, and another located in Hong Kong. The company is located on the web at huntington. com (https://www. huntington. com/?source=pr_keynote_score_073007).

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New Software Utilizing Check Images Adds Extra Layer of Protection Against Tampering with Checks

2011-09-09T13:46:00.000-07:00

New Software Utilizing Check Images Adds Extra Layer of Protection Against Tampering with Checks

The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc., now offers commercial customers an enhanced Positive Pay service in an effort to combat check fraud costs.

Pittsburgh, PA (PRWEB) April 6, 2006

In an effort to help combat the estimated $12 billion a year that check fraud costs the U. S. market, The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc., now offers commercial customers an enhanced Positive Pay service. Payee Positive Pay permits the bank to compare the payee information on checks presented against a customer’s account with the payee information in the customer’s issue file. Images of any checks flagged as exception items may be reviewed online by the customer via PNC’s secure website with instructions to pay or withhold payment communicated online back to the bank.

“Despite the increasing popularity of electronic payments, nearly 60 percent of all business-to-business payments today are made via a paper check, making it more imperative than ever for financial institutions to ensure security,” said Eithne O’Malley, vice president and senior product manager with PNC’s treasury management group. “Our new Payee Positive Pay service protects customers from the ongoing threat of check fraud and, even more specifically, the rising tampering efforts with the payee line of the check.”

In addition to traditional Positive Pay services, PNC utilizes software from FiServ ImageSoft to automatically match payee information read from corporate check images against issue files provided by the customers. The payee-line interrogation, in addition to the traditional check number and dollar amount verification, allows PNC to review these fields on the checks presented against the customer’s account. The system’s digital interrogation technology can read a wide variety of font styles and sizes, so PNC has produced a Payee Check Printing Guidelines document to help its Payee Positive Pay clients recognize how changes to their current check formats and templates could improve the readability of their check images.

Several PNC clients are already finding great success with the automated Payee Positive Pay process.

“We selected PNC’s Positive Pay service for its integrated capabilities that allow us to quickly, easily and cost-effectively guard our company from any potential fraudulent check writing,” said Barry Pakenham, assistant treasurer for Allegheny Energy, Inc., an investor-owned utility with operations in four states. The company has been utilizing the automated Payee Positive Pay for approximately a month with exceptional results. “It is an extra layer of security that gives Allegheny Energy complete trust in PNC and its treasury management services.”

“With the high volume of checks we issue, Boscov’s could potentially be a target for numerous fraudulent claims,” said Greta Dolinski, assistant controller for Boscov’s, the Reading, Pa.-based department store with 41 locations across six states. “With PNC’s electronic product, we are reassured that Boscov’s is implementing the utmost security when it comes to check processing.”

Carolyn Jones, treasurer of Hilb Rogal & Hobbs, concurs, noting that as the eighth-largest insurance brokerage firm in the United States, check security is of vital importance to her company. “You can’t put a dollar value on the significance of fraud protection, particularly for our clients and their businesses.”

Payee positive pay is offered less frequently by banks and used by only approximately one-third of organizations, according to a survey by the Association of Financial Professionals (April 2006).

“While industry studies note that the use of paper checks continues to decline, PNC encourages all business customers to protect their payment systems by implementing additional internal controls and adding on supplemental check fraud protection services like payee positive pay,” said PNC’s O’Malley.

Fiserve Imagesoft is a unit of Fiserv, Inc, (Nasdaq: FISV), that provides information management systems and services, including transaction processing, outsourcing and software and systems solutions, to the financial services industry since 1989

The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. (NYSE: PNC), one of the nation’s largest diversified financial services organizations, providing consumer and business banking; specialized services for corporations and government entities including corporate banking, real estate finance and asset-based lending; wealth management; asset management and global fund services.

Contacts:

The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc.

Amy Vargo

(412) 762-1535

Amy. vargo@pnc. com

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Express Homebuyers Bucks Real Estate Market Trends with Quick Home Sales in One Third the Time

2011-09-08T14:20:00.000-07:00

Express Homebuyers Bucks Real Estate Market Trends with Quick Home Sales in One Third the Time

In today's sluggish Washington area real estate "buyer's" market, Express Homebuyers defies the trends by buying homes in as little as seven days and selling them far faster than traditional Realtors. "In fact, it has been our experience that we are still in a 'seller's market', as our home sales have been brisk," says Brad Chandler, CEO and Founder of Express Homebuyers.

Washington, DC (PRWEB) October 8, 2007

Express Homebuyers now relieves home owners of the expense and anxiety of making repairs and needed maintenance in order to bring their house up to marketable standards, perfect for those who say "I need to sell my home fast."

Houses are purchased as-is for an equitable price, saving owners the trouble of worrying about "Who will buy my home?" Express then completely renovates the house, replacing (as needed) outdated plumbing and wiring, installing new carpet and providing a fresh coat of paint both inside and out. Hardwood floors are either installed or refinished. Additionally, the Company installs numerous luxury appointments such as granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, upgraded cabinetry and ceramic floors in both the kitchen and the baths. Company figures show that homes placed on the market by Express Homebuyers are sold to new homebuyers in an average of 30 days -- 70 days faster than those marketed through a traditional Realtor or listing For Sale By Owner. Since the start of 2007, Express Homebuyers has sold more than 50 fully refurbished homes.

Helping Consumers Avoid Financial Hardship
Express Homebuyers is also proud to offer an attractive option to homeowners looking to sell a house fast to avoid the possibility of foreclosure and a badly damaged credit history. The Company uses its substantial financial resources to provide effective and equitable solutions to property owners' monetary concerns. Express Homebuyers has access to extensive legal expertise to help customers with complex situations involving title issues, foreclosures, bankruptcy, property liens and other matters. There are no real estate commissions or fees when we buy houses, which has saved Express Homebuyers' customers a total of $3.57 million over the past four years.

About Express Homebuyers
Since its inception, Express Homebuyers has assisted hundreds of homeowners in selling their houses quickly and easily. The company, which is headquartered in Northern Virginia, operates throughout the Greater Washington/Baltimore region. The company will buy, repair and resell properties in any condition and under any circumstance where you need to sell your home quick, which may include, but is not limited to, those that have been left vacant for extended periods of time, houses with title problems, and homes that need extensive repairs. For further information on how to sell a house fast, visit www. ExpressHomebuyers. com or call Brad Chandler at 1-800-SELL-2-US

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Laidlaw Energy Group, Inc. Closes Financing for New York Renewable Energy Project

2011-09-07T08:54:00.000-07:00

Laidlaw Energy Group, Inc. Closes Financing for New York Renewable Energy Project

Laidlaw Energy Group, Inc. (Ticker Symbol: “LLEG”) announced today that it has closed on a significant round of growth financing that will be used to fully fund the development of its Western, New York Biomass Renewable Energy Project. The Project involves the conversion of an existing natural gas fired power plant to exclusively use clean wood biomass fuel. In addition to nearly 7 megawatts of gross capacity that will be sold pursuant to a long-term power purchase agreement, the Project will also supply electricity and process heat to a hardwood lumber drying business under common ownership. The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) has also provided LLEG with $1 million of grant funding for the Project.

New York, NY (PRWEB) June 1, 2006

Laidlaw Energy Group, Inc. (Ticker Symbol: “LLEG”) announced today that it has closed on a significant round of growth financing that will be used to fully fund the development of its Western, New York Biomass Energy Project. The Project involves the conversion of an existing natural gas fired power plant to exclusively use clean wood biomass fuel. In addition to nearly 7 megawatts of gross capacity that will be sold pursuant to a long-term power purchase agreement, the Project will also supply electricity and process heat to a hardwood lumber drying business under common ownership. The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) has also provided LLEG with $1 million of grant funding for the Project.

The investors in the financing are comprised of a group of experienced energy developers and investors, with significant generation holdings in Latin America and the Caribbean. In addition to the financing transaction, LLEG has entered into a strategic relationship with the investors, whereby they receive a right of first offer to invest in other biomass energy projects developed by LLEG. Chatsworth Securities of Greenwich, CT has also made an equity investment in the Project and acted as investment banker representing LLEG in connection with the financing transaction.

Commenting on the financing, LLEG President and CEO Michael Bartoszek stated: “This is a good deal for both parties. In addition to obtaining the financing we require to complete our Western New York Project, the relationship we have established has laid the groundwork for the financing of other projects that we have under development. The relationship provides these investors with the opportunity to make equity investments in certain projects that we have in pipeline, which in turn will allow them to expand their holdings in the U. S. renewable energy marketplace. Having access to a non-commercial source of significant capital such as this will also allow us to move expeditiously on future opportunities that require financing.”

Separately, LLEG announced today that it has entered into a memorandum of understanding, along with its joint venture partner, EcoPower, LLC, to acquire a 16 megawatt biomass energy facility located in New Hampshire. LLEG and EcoPower are currently engaged in due diligence on the acquisition and expect to make further announcements in the future as the project develops.

About Laidlaw Energy Group

Laidlaw Energy Group (LLEG) is engaged in the development of independent power plants that generate electricity from renewable resources. LLEG’s mission is to build and manage a profitable portfolio of renewable energy facilities through development, acquisition, conversion of existing facilities and through partnering with manufactures that have significant electric and thermal needs. LLEG is headquartered in New York, New York. For more information on LLEG, please visit our website at NYENRG. com.

This communication contains statements expressing expectations of future events and/or results which may include, without limitation, statements concerning anticipated financial performance, business prospects, technological developments, potential markets, new products, research and development activities and similar matters. Such statements constitute forward-looking statements made pursuant to the Safe Harbor provision of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements based on future expectations rather than historical facts are forward-looking statements that involve a number of risks and uncertainties, and LLEG cannot provide assurance that such statements will prove to be correct. LLEG undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

Corporate Contact:

Michael B. Bartoszek

President & CEO

Tel. 212-480-9884

Www. nyenrg. com

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SourceIQ and CollabNet Webinar "Finding Gold with Analytics: 5 Key Metrics for Successful Software Development"

2011-09-07T02:51:00.000-07:00

SourceIQ and CollabNet Webinar "Finding Gold with Analytics: 5 Key Metrics for Successful Software Development"

Seminar to Focus on the Reporting Needs of Executives, Managers, and Teams, to be held on Wednesday, July 22, 2009 at 10:00 am (Pacific Time)

Portsmouth, NH (PRWEB) July 14, 2009

SourceIQ, provider of the industry's premier development governance platform, today announced with CollabNet, the leader in application lifecycle management (ALM) platforms for distributed software development teams, a web seminar on unlocking key metrics for successful software development.

This web seminar will focus on practical approaches for increasing efficiency and software quality in development projects. It will demonstrate how development organizations using CollabNet products can derive 5 key metrics from the data already available in Subversion and TeamForge to answer fundamental questions that drive successful software development. Questions include:
Are we on track for delivery by our target date? If not, how can we shift resources? Are we compliant with company and industry standards? Given limited time and resources, where should QA focus their efforts? How can Development improve delivery, transparency, and communication with business stakeholders? How can we obtain superior price and performance from development partners and outsourced teams?

"Due to the increased internal and external pressures placed on today's software development organizations, managers are being asked to measure the efficiency of their processes and personnel and the quality of their product based on objective analytics," said Charles Hubbard, Vice President of Marketing, SourceIQ. "Companies using the CollabNet platform already possess a wealth of information about their software development activities upon which these metrics may be generated. With SourceIQ, managers are now able to make more accurate and timely decisions based on the data contained in their existing CollabNet systems."

This webinar is open to all attendees. To register for this webinar, please click here (http://www. collab. net/webinar/45/).

CollabNet provides the industry's most open ALM platform, supporting every environment, methodology, and technology. With an integrated suite of easy-to-use tools that share a centralized repository, it is the only ALM platform that enables a culture of collaboration, substantially reducing the cost of software development. As the corporate sponsor of the open source Subversion project, the best version control and software configuration management (SCM) solution for distributed teams, collaborative development is in CollabNet's DNA. Millions of users at more than 800 organizations, including Applied Biosystems, Capgemini, Deutsche Bank, Oracle, Reuters, and the U. S. Department of Defense, have transformed the way they develop software with CollabNet. More information about CollabNet and its products is available at www. collab. net.

About SourceIQ

SourceIQ is an independent software vendor (ISV) with headquarters in Portsmouth, NH. SourceIQ Enterprise Server provides an integrated, consistent view of software projects across the enterprise, giving managers the metrics and analytics required for governance and global teams. SourceIQ automatically analyzes the artifacts in code management systems, producing a repository of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) in four critical areas: code quality, code volume and volatility, team contribution, and governance. Visit SourceIQ at www. sourceiq. com. For more information about development governance solutions, email info(at)sourceiq(dot)com.

Copyright © 2009 SourceIQ, Inc. SourceIQ Enterprise Server is a registered trademark of SourceIQ, Inc. All rights reserved. All other trademarks mentioned herein are the property of their respective owners.

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Océ Helps Aspiring Authors Get into Print : Students Release Third Océ Future Authors Book

2011-09-06T20:52:00.000-07:00

Océ Helps Aspiring Authors Get into Print : Students Release Third Océ Future Authors Book

More than 100 proud parents, school officials, teachers, authors and local dignitaries gathered today at the City of Boca Raton’s Spanish River Library and Community Center to witness 45 middle and high school students from 15 different School District of Palm Beach County schools realize their dreams to become published authors. The students participated in the third annual Océ Future Authors Project summer writing workshop, where they compiled poetry, short stories and essays into a book they named, “Confessions of a Teenage Author.” The book was published and digitally printed by the program’s sponsor, Boca Raton-based Océ North America Production Printing Systems Division, a leading provider of digital document management and delivery solutions. The Océ Digital Book Solution, a combination of Océ VarioStreamâ 8000 printers and Océ PRISMAâ workflow software, was used to print the book.

BOCA RATON, Fla. & TRUMBULL, Conn. (PRWEB) December 4, 2008

Océ created this free program in partnership with the School District of Palm Beach County, and with support this year from the BankAtlantic Foundation and the Lawrence Sanders Foundation. During the eight-day workshop, the students learned about writing, editing, and digital book publishing. Certified teachers provided instruction, with additional insight provided by Océ executives and published authors, Margaret Ahnert, James O. Born, Jonathon King, Ray Gosa, Sally Ling and Dr. Laurence Miller.

"Public-private partnerships like this one are absolutely essential for enriching educational experiences to our students at a time when our schools are facing cutbacks," said Assistant Superintendent Dr. Constance Tuman-Rugg. "We salute Océ and the other sponsors for such a valuable contribution to education."

Océ executives predict that digital book printing and publishing technology will open up more opportunities for aspiring writers. "Digital printing technology for books is revolutionizing the industry and fueling trends like self-publishing, creating exciting opportunities for new talent—like these young, aspiring authors—to pursue their dreams," said Océ Vice President of Marketing Services Sheryl Pattek. "We are proud to support the Océ Future Authors Project and to help make students' dreams a reality."

Digital printing has changed the business model at every point in the value chain, as book manufacturers, publishers, retailers and even end users benefit from reduced costs and faster turnaround. Top digital book manufacturers rely on Océ digital print solutions as part of their publishing platforms. Océ has achieved significant penetration within the fast-growing digital book manufacturing market, with a presence in leading publishing operations. On demand digital printing also extends the life cycle of books, creating more revenue for publishers and helping readers get the books they want. From the publisher's viewpoint, there is no difference in quality between digitally produced and conventionally produced books. The advantage comes from the substantially lower level of capital that publishers have to keep tied up in inventory, and the reduced costs for inventory management.

For more information about the Océ Future Authors Project, visit www. oceusa. com/futureauthors (http://www. oceusa. com/futureauthors).

About Océ

Océ is a leading international provider of digital document management technology and services. The company's solutions are based on Océ's advanced software applications that deliver documents and data over internal networks and the Internet to printing devices and archives -- locally and around the world. Supporting the workflow solutions are Océ digital printers and scanners, considered the most reliable and productive in the world. Océ also offers a wide range of display graphics, consulting and outsourcing solutions.

Océ employs around 24,000 people, with 2007 revenues of approximately $4.6 billion, operates in more than 90 countries and maintains research and manufacturing centers in the Netherlands, the United States, Canada, Germany, France, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Romania and Singapore. Océ North America is headquartered in Trumbull, CT, with additional business units in Chicago, IL; New York City; Boca Raton, FL; Salt Lake City, UT and Vancouver, BC. North American revenues represented approximately half of Océ's worldwide business in 2007, and employment is currently 11,000. For more information about Océ, visit www. oceusa. com. Outside the U. S., consult www. oce. com.

"Océ VarioStream," "Océ PRISMA," "Océ" and the Océ logo are registered trademarks, of Océ-Technologies B. V. All product and company names are trademarks or registered trademarks.

Océ is located in Boca Raton at:

Océ North America, Inc.

Production Printing Division

5600 Broken Sound Blvd, NW

Boca Raton, FL 33487

561.997.3100

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Galaxy Power Incorporated Announces New Product QuickChek: Battery Health Checking Application

2011-09-06T16:21:00.000-07:00

Galaxy Power Incorporated Announces New Product QuickChek: Battery Health Checking Application

QuickChek can tell a battery user when the battery needs to be replaced. This means motorists can have an indication on the dashboard telling them to replace the car battery before they get stuck. It means that mobile device users can have an indicator light telling them when to replace their lap top PC battery or their cell phone battery. Only Galaxy has this.

(PRWEB) August 10, 2003

Valley Forge Pa (PRWEB) August 11, 2003. GalaxyPower is the leading provider of patented pulse charge battery formation technology. Pulse charging and termination is incorporated in Galaxy QuickSaver products. QuickChek is an extension of the product line that does battery health checking. It tells the consumer how their battery's present health compares to when it was new and how long the battery will last.

QuickChek is revolutionary. A product like this does not exist in the market place. It has been needed for a long time. QuickChek quickly and precisely determines a rechargeable battery's health. Why is this important? Consumers can accurately predict the remaining useful life of their battery. QuickChek uses information from Galaxy's patented QuickSaver product line. It provides a releiable battery health check with every recharge with no added componets. Contemporary battery capacity methods require expensive components to measure battery health. With each recharge QuickChek does a relative comparison of the capacity to rated (nameplate) capacity for predicting the life of the battery. It answers the question about each battery: "What is the battery's present capacity compared to its rated capacity?". It compares the battery's ability to store charge against what its capacity was when the battery was new.

Here is a useful example of where QuickChek could be applied. Automobile lead acid batteries are sold in increments of useful life such as 36 months. The average motorist does not remember when the battery was purchased and does not think about when the battery needs to be replaced. Using QuickChek in the auto battery recharging system, an alert driven indication could be built into the dashboard of the car. This indicator light would tell the driver when the battery needs replacing. Much like the "out of gaslight" which appears in the fuel gauge when the gas tank nears empty. QuickChek alerts the motorist to a pending problem. It is obvious this "low battery" alert would be invaluable in preventing motorists from becoming stuck due to suddenly dead battery.

A second example is that cellphones provide false comfort with their three bar full charged "gas gauges". It is not uncommon that a three bar full is shown on the cell phone but the actual capacity of the older battery is significantly impaired so that talk time is limited. As a battery gets older its ability to hold charge decreases due to an electrochemical event called capacity fade. QuickChek would provide the consumer with an indication that the cell phone battery may be fully charged. However its useful talk time is low as the battery is no longer at the electrochemical capacity it was when it was new. Alert-based applications on QuickChek provde consumer friendly indications when it is time to replace the battery. QuickChek allows the consumer, user or motorist to be proactive in replacing batteries before they fail versus reactive.

Galaxy Power's core expertise is algorithms to form or supply the intitial charge in newly assembled batteries. These algorthms do Pulse Charging and Termination. QuickChek provides answers that expensive battery analyzers provide without the added expense and inconvenience. It would allow auto manufacturers to add a new feature to help the consumer get more utility from their. It is a market differentiator and can provide additional competitive funcitonality for product desingers. Galaxy Power is the only company that has the expertise and patented technology to significantly improve proactive consumer battery management. Due to the high growth in the Mobile Electronic Device Market, Battery manufacturers are now under tremendous pressure to produce better, longer lasting lower cost batteries. Galaxy Power has the tools to add value and margin to this demanding marketplace.

About Galaxy Power: Galaxy Power started in 1996, the company is based in Valley Forge, Pennsylvania. Galaxy has core expertise in applied semiconductor engineering for battery recharge and manufacturing. It is a fabless semiconductor design firm. galaxy has customers worldwide. Its products are patented and trademarked. Galaxy is a choosen for NASA with installed technology in the international Space Station and the Space Shuttles. Galaxy is an ARM business partner. ARM is the defacto microprocessor standard for the mobile electronic device market. Customers include Motorola, Sunbeam, Northern Telecom and may others. www. galaxypower. com.

About Dolphin Nextgen LLC. Dolphin Nextgen LLC is an investment bank that has the assignment ot provide financial advisement to Galaxy Power. Dolphin specializes in M&A, Private Equity, Business Development and fund raising. www. dolphinnextgen. com

Safe Harbor Statement Under the Private Securites Litigatin Reform Acot of 1995. This press release includes "forward-looking" statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws that involve uncerainties and risk. These include statements regarding events or develoments that Galaxy Power expects to happen in the future. A number of risks and uncertiantees could cause actual results, events and development to differ from expectations. Business risks include market conditions that could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected by these forward-looking statements.

Wolf Announces Aggressive Plan To Expand Service Territory

2011-09-05T23:55:00.000-07:00

Wolf Announces Aggressive Plan To Expand Service Territory

Wolf, the largest supplier of kitchen cabinets in the U. S. and a leading provider of composite and PVC decking, railing, trim and other building products, announced today that by the end of 2010, the company will expand its service area to include kitchen and building materials dealers along 25 East Coast states

York, PA (PRWEB) September 24, 2009

Wolf, the largest supplier of kitchen cabinets in the U. S. and a leading provider of composite and PVC decking, railing, trim and other building products, announced today its aggressive new strategy for growth.

By the end of 2010, the company will expand its service area to include kitchen and building materials dealers along virtually the entire eastern seaboard. Prior to the expansion, Wolf served a region that included dealers from Maine through Virginia.

During the planned expansion, York-Pa.-based Wolf announced it would:
Immediately enlarge its building products territory to include Connecticut, eastern Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and parts of New Hampshire and Vermont Starting in October, begin servicing Georgia, western South Carolina, eastern Alabama and eastern Tennessee with cabinets and building products from a 100,000 square-foot facility in Atlanta By the second quarter of 2010, provide dealers from Maine to Florida with access to products including kitchen and bath and building materials Push westward as far as Illinois and Wisconsin in future years

The expansion enables Wolf to enhance its offerings to its existing dealers and to reach more than 500 additional dealers in its new service area.

Wolf's move into new territory will require hiring 15 sales staff, drivers and logistics professionals immediately, with more hires expected as the company's geographic footprint continues to expand.

The expansion plan comes during a challenging period for many building materials dealers. Combined sales for the country's largest 150 distributors are down more than 9% this year, according to Home Channel News. But, while many distributors continue to face difficulty, Wolf's leadership sees opportunity for growth.

Tom Wolf, CEO and Chairman of Wolf and the sixth generation of the company's founding family, noted that the company will leverage numerous competitive advantages to achieve a successful expansion, including unmatched logistics capabilities and world-class technology.

While dealers in the expanded region will enjoy superior service, Wolf's manufacturing partners will benefit from access to larger markets.

"Our strategy for growth is aggressive, but our approach is conservative - one that ensures profitability during 2009 and much greater potential for long-term organizational success," Wolf said. "We have a great model, great people and a great story to tell."

The company, formerly known as Wolf Distributing Company, has been rebranded simply as Wolf - a shift that underscores a value proposition that stretches well beyond traditional two-step distribution. In addition to a wide range of category-leading products, Wolf offers dealers rapid, guaranteed delivery and significant promotion and merchandising support.

As part of its rebranding, Wolf has also unveiled a new logo, reinforced use of its "Leader of the Pack" tagline and launched a new website, Wolf (http://www. wolfleader. com). For additional information on the expansion and a list of all products available in specific markets, visit the site.

About Wolf:
Wolf's roots stretch back to 1843, when company founder Adam Wolf opened a single store selling dry goods and lumber on the banks of the Susquehanna River. Today, the York, Pa.-based company has evolved into a nearly $200 million enterprise with two operating divisions: Wolf, a distributor of kitchen and bath cabinetry and building materials along the entire East Coast; and Baublitz Advertising, a full-service marketing firm.

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Hypnotist Denies Involvement With Italian Bank Robber Known as the "Hypno-Thief"

2011-09-05T09:42:00.000-07:00

Hypnotist Denies Involvement With Italian Bank Robber Known as the "Hypno-Thief"

A Philadelphia hypnotist has announced that hypnosis is most likely not a factor in a string of Italian robberies.

Philadelphia, PA (PRWEB) March 27, 2008 -

A Philadelphia hypnotist has announced that hypnosis is most likely not a factor in a string of Italian robberies.

News agencies around the world are reporting that a criminal in Italy is using hypnosis in order to steal money from retail clerks and a bank teller. The thief allegedly hypnotizes his victims and then coaxes them into handing over cash. Victims report that they have no memory of the incidents.

Steve Roh, owner and operator of Center City Hypnosis in Philadelphia, says that using hypnosis does not give someone magical powers of persuasion or mind control. He says, "Hypnosis is a natural state of mind where you're open and receptive to new information. But a hypnotized person cannot be forced into doing something against their will, or something that they think is morally wrong."

Steve also says, "From the news reports about this so-called hypno-thief, it sounds more like he is just doing something to distract the clerk, in order to quietly get away with the crime. Just like a pickpocket would distract someone in order to steal a wallet. But that's not really hypnosis."

He points out that if the alleged hypnotist had superpowers, he would be better off hitting more lucrative targets than a grocery store and a small bank for a few hundred dollars. "At least that's what I would do," says Steve.

However, Steve says that there is one area where hypnosis may have played a role in these crimes. "Hypnosis can help people build self-confidence and make them resistant to fear. It takes a lot of nerve to do what this thief is doing. He may be using certain hypnosis techniques on himself to 'psych himself up' before a job, just like many athletes and performers do."

Bio - Steve Roh is owner and operator of Center City Hypnosis. Steve has been featured on the Comcast Network and KYW 1060 Newsradio as an expert on hypnosis. He has helped hundreds of Philadelphia-area residents take back control of their lives.

Contact - For further information or to schedule an interview, call Steve Roh at 267-303-0036, or visit http://www. centercityhypnosis. com (http://www. centercityhypnosis. com).

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Evolv Named AlwaysOn Global 250 Winner

2011-09-05T06:29:00.000-07:00

Evolv Named AlwaysOn Global 250 Winner

Recognized for creating employment, technology innovations through Talent Matching & Intelligence

San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) July 27, 2010

Evolv, the leading provider of science-based, on-demand talent matching and intelligence solutions, today announced its recognition as an AlwaysOn Global 250 winner. Inclusion in the AlwaysOn Global 250 signifies leadership amongst its peers and game-changing approaches and technologies that are likely to disrupt existing markets and entrenched players in the Global Silicon Valley.

Evolv was specially selected by the AlwaysOn editorial team and industry experts spanning the globe based on a set of five criteria: innovation, market potential, commercialization, stakeholder value, and media buzz.

Evolv and the AlwaysOn Global 250 companies will be honored at AlwaysOn’s eighth annual Summit at Stanford on July 27th, 2010, at the Frances C. Arrillaga Alumni Center at Stanford University in Palo Alto, CA.

“After examining the companies that are on the AO Global 250 list, it’s obvious that innovation is not only alive and well in the Global Silicon Valley, it’s accelerating in economic power and scope,” said Tony Perkins, founder and editor of AlwaysOn. “Evolv’s next generation approach to better matching employees and employers is the perfect example.”

The Evolv Foresight Suite (http://www. evolvondemand. com/home/solutions. php) combines proprietary Selection Science and a world-class technical architecture and analytics engine to best align prospective and current employees with job roles best suited to them. By evaluating factors such as motivation, behaviors, personal attributes and skills, Evolv helps business partners create a more productive and longer-tenured talent base.

Then through the systematic capture of ongoing performance data across its client base, Evolv continuously optimizes its talent intelligence platform to inject certainty into any talent-driven business.

“The Evolv team is excited to be recognized alongside other pioneers touching people’s daily lives such as Facebook, Twitter, Zynga and Yelp,” said Max Simkoff, CEO of Evolv. “More than that, we’re proud to be improving the daily lives of people around the globe through measurably better job matches.”

The AlwaysOn Global 250 winners were selected from among thousands of domestic and international technology companies nominated by investors, bankers, journalists, and industry insiders. The AlwaysOn editorial team conducted a rigorous three-month selection process to finalize the 2010 list. A full list of AlwaysOn Global 250 winners can be found here (http://www. aonetwork. com/AOStory/Announcing-2010-AlwaysOn-Global-250).

About Evolv
Evolv is the leader in science-based, on-demand talent matching and intelligence solutions, enabling enterprises around the world to systematically improve their operations, brands and bottom line through superior talent. Not only that: both employees and employers enjoy a better job match, improving day-to-day satisfaction. Clients benefit from a world-class combination of selection science, continuous improvement and the Evolv Network Effect that translates disparate data into actionable talent intelligence, identifying more productive talent that stays longer. Employees benefit from the satisfaction of excelling at jobs well suited to them. Evolv delivers data-driven certainty and custom-configured solutions that easily integrate with existing workforce solutions such as applicant tracking systems. Visit www. evolvondemand. com or call (866) 971-4473.

About AlwaysOn
AlwaysOn is the leading business media brand networking the Global Silicon Valley. AlwaysOn helped ignite the social media revolution in early 2003 when it launched the AlwaysOn network. In 2004, it became the first media brand to socially network its online readers and event attendees. AlwaysOn’s preeminent executive event series includes the Summit at Stanford, OnMedia, OnHollywood, Venture Summit Mid-Atlantic, OnDemand, Venture Summit Silicon Valley, Venture Summit East, GoingGreen Silicon Valley, and GoingGreen East. The AlwaysOn network and live event series continue to lead the industry by empowering its readers, event participants, sponsors, and advertisers like no other media brand.

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The Price of Winter Storms

2011-09-04T22:50:00.000-07:00

The Price of Winter Storms

The Mid-Atlantic and Mid-Western United States was slammed by back-to-back snow storms this past week. National snow & ice management company, USM, talks about the impact on commercial property owners.

Norristown (PRWEB) February 15, 2010

It's been the snowiest winter the Mid-Atlantic region has ever seen and snow removal crews have barely had time to rest from one storm to the next. Philadelphia has already recorded more than 71 inches of snow, breaking the previous 1995-96 record of 65.5 inches, and there may still be more on the way this coming week. And at over 55 inches of snow, Washington, DC has already seen over five times their ten-year snowfall average.

State and municipal snow plow crews have been working overtime to clear thousands of tons of snow from the roads so people can get back to their daily routines. Snow removal budgets have been depleted and we're only half way through the season forcing many governmental agencies to tap emergency funds or sources earmarked for other services such as landscaping and or capital projects. But what impact does all this snow have on businesses?

In addition to the lost revenue and lost productivity related to the recent storms, commercial property owners are struggling with significant budget overruns as well. USM estimates that the Nor'easter that hit the Mid-Atlantic and Mid-West over February 5th and 6th cost retailers, restaurants, banks, grocery, pharmacies, and logistics companies over $500 million dollars. Compound that with the storm that hit February 9th and 10th, and businesses shelled out over $1 billion dollars in snow removal services alone.

The effects of this unprecedented season will be felt for a long time. "One of the lessons learned this season is that winter weather can pose a significant threat to business operations, especially with regard to supply chain management" said USM's Sean Hartnett, CSP. Going forward, commercial property owners will be looking for new and innovative ways to plan for and mitigate the potential risks of weather-related supply chain events.

USM delivers mission-critical, industrial services supply chain solutions (including snow management) to over 80,000 client sites throughout North America in various industries including retail, restaurants, banking, real estate investment trusts, education, telecommunications, and utilities.

For more information, please visit www. usmservices. com.

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Follow ICBA on Twitter For Latest Community Banking News and Updates

2011-09-04T04:47:00.000-07:00

Follow ICBA on Twitter For Latest Community Banking News and Updates

ICBA is now on Twitter! Follow ICBA and get instant news that relates to our nation’s nearly 8,000 community banks, including press releases, statements, Finer Points blog updates and more. To follow us on Twitter, go to http://www. twitter. com/icbanews or go to Twitter and search for ICBA News.

Washington, D. C. (Vocus) July 2, 2010

As always, let us know if you have any questions or need to speak with an ICBA staff expert about a litany of issues pertaining to the community banking sector.
Learn more about community banking www. ICBA. org. To find a community bank, visit ICBA’s community bank locator by clicking here.

About ICBA
The Independent Community Bankers of America, the nation’s voice for community banks, represents nearly 5,000 community banks of all sizes and charter types throughout the United States and is dedicated exclusively to representing the interests of the community banking industry and the communities and customers we serve. For more information, visit www. icba. org.

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Cornerstone Advisors, Credit Union Advisory Boards Join Forces to Develop Credit Union-Specific Benchmarking Survey

2011-09-03T20:57:00.000-07:00

Cornerstone Advisors, Credit Union Advisory Boards Join Forces to Develop Credit Union-Specific Benchmarking Survey

Twenty credit unions accepted an invitation from Cornerstone Advisors to participate in two Advisory Boards to help model the survey instruments behind the inaugural edition of The Cornerstone Report 2006: Benchmarks and Best Practices for Credit Unions. The invitations were extended in recognition of these credit unions’ demonstrated accomplishments in planning, measurement by metrics and profit improvement initiatives.

Scottsdale, AZ (PRWEB) June 26, 2006

Twenty credit unions accepted an invitation from Cornerstone Advisors to participate in two Advisory Boards to help model the survey instruments behind the inaugural edition of The Cornerstone Report 2006: Benchmarks and Best Practices for Credit Unions. The Cornerstone Report 2006 is a study focused specifically on larger credit unions with $350 million or more in assets.

The invitations were extended in recognition of these credit unions’ demonstrated accomplishments in planning, measurement by metrics and profit improvement initiatives, according to Scott Sommer, President and CEO of Cornerstone Advisors. “Cornerstone has observed through direct experience or word of mouth the expertise these organizations have brought to these initiatives,” he said.

Cornerstone Advisors has published four benchmarking studies focused on mid-size banks. “Now, we are conducting The Cornerstone Report 2006 in answer to a loud call from credit unions for a benchmarking study that reflects findings pertinent to their operations,” said Sommer. “It was a natural first step to enlist the assistance of credit unions that understand, first hand, the measurements and best practice areas that would be most valuable to this target market.” According to Sommer, including larger credit unions with assets of $350 million and up in the 2006 study enables Cornerstone to make more reliable staffing comparisons.

The Advisory Boards fine-tuned the questionnaires with the aim of ultimately producing the most relevant, useful data for credit unions to use in benchmarking, process improvement and strategic planning initiatives. “Working from the inside out enabled the Advisory Boards to guide Cornerstone in the collection of a unique set of data that is not available from any other source,” Sommer stated. “This will truly be a one-of-a-kind publication.”

More than 40 credit unions have already signed on to take part in the study. Cornerstone expects that number to more than double prior to the July 21 deadline for submitting completed surveys.

Cornerstone also reported that five major industry vendors are encouraging their larger credit union clients to participate in the study. “This cross-industry level of interest indicates to us that the data this report will produce is valuable not only to target credit unions, but also to the leading providers that service this financial market,” Sommer stated.

The Cornerstone Report 2006 will examine detailed productivity and staffing benchmarks in 12 key credit union areas:

Retail Banking Deposit Operations & Item Processing Consumer Lending Mortgage Banking Business Banking Loan Operations and Collections Credit Administration & Special Assets Enterprise Risk Management Wealth Management Corporate Administration Information Technology Training

The Cornerstone Report 2006 will supply credit unions with key revenue and fee income benchmarks. Participating credit unions will receive an examination of their overall technology spending levels versus peer credit unions as well as an analysis of technology utilized and deployed compared to peers.

The following credit unions served on The Cornerstone Report 2006 Advisory Boards:

The Cornerstone Report Advisory Board (Assets $350 to $750 million)

Altura Credit Union - $737 Million American First Credit Union - $662 Million Franklin Mint Federal Credit Union - $377 Million IBM Texas Employees Federal Credit Union - $381 Million Idaho Central Credit Union - $466 Million Sikorsky Financial Credit Union - $483 Million Vermont State Employees Credit Union - $357 Million

The Cornerstone Report Advisory Board (Assets >$750 million)

American Eagle Federal Credit Union - $857 Million Bellco Credit Union - $1.57 Billion Boeing Employees’ Credit Union - $6.13 Billion Chevron Federal Credit Union - $857 Million Eastman Credit Union - $1.57 Billion Ent Federal Credit Union - $1.87 Billion FORUM Credit Union - $939 Million Orange County’s Credit Union - $806 Million Patelco Credit Union - $3.80 Billion Pennsylvania State Employees Credit Union - $2.32 Billion San Antonio Federal Credit Union – $1.90 Billion Technology Credit Union - $1.18 Billion Wescom Credit Union - $3.33 Billion

The Cornerstone Report 2006: Benchmarks and Best Practices for Credit Unions will be published in the fall of 2006. It will retail for $575 and be available for purchase on Cornerstone’s Web site: http://www. crnrstone. com (http://www. crnrstone. com).

About Cornersonte Advisors:

Cornerstone Advisors, Inc. specializes in integrating best practices strategy, technology, and process improvement for banks and credit unions. Cornerstone’s advisory services include: Best Practice Banking, Strategic Planning, Technology Assessment and Planning, Data Processing System Selection, Industry Research and Education. In addition to The Cornerstone Report, Cornerstone publishes GonzoBanker (www. gonzobanker. com), an electronic industry newsletter distributed each week to nearly 10,000 subscribers.

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St. Louis Fed’s Bullard Addresses Issues Facing Near-Term Monetary Policy; Warns Against Over-Emphasis on Output Gap to Gauge Inflation Risks

2011-09-01T10:54:00.000-07:00

St. Louis Fed’s Bullard Addresses Issues Facing Near-Term Monetary Policy; Warns Against Over-Emphasis on Output Gap to Gauge Inflation Risks

During a speech Sunday at the 51st annual meeting of the National Association for Business Economics, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard reaffirmed the need for a Taylor-type policy rule for the Federal Reserve’s asset purchase program. Such a rule would help communicate how asset purchases may be adjusted as economic conditions change, while remaining consistent with the Fed’s goals of ensuring price stability and sustainable economic growth, he said.

St. Louis, Mo. (Vocus) October 12, 2009

Bullard also expressed concern that inflation risks in the medium term may be higher than widely believed. He said that too much emphasis is being given to the idea that the recession implies that the output gap is currently quite large, minimizing the risk of inflation.

He also proposed a different framework for how U. S. monetary policy could be implemented in the future using interest on reserves held at the Fed. A similar structure is already in place at several other central banks.

Bullard’s presentation, “Three Issues for Near-Term Monetary Policy,” is available at http://www. stlouisfed. org/newsroom/pdf/JamesBullardNABEStLouisOct11Final. pdf.

MONETARY POLICY

On current monetary policy, “the key issue is how to think about the asset purchase program,” Bullard said. “Liquidity programs are shrinking, but the asset purchase program is only partially complete.”

He added that while the asset purchase program is considered a successful tool for quantitative easing, it has also caused a large and persistent increase in the monetary base. “This may lead to inflation in the medium-term, depending on markets’ expectations of monetary policy going forward,” Bullard said.

Prior to December 2008, the Fed communicated its monetary policy via adjustments in interest rates. However, with nominal interest rates currently near zero, the likely path of the Fed’s monetary policy is now unclear to financial markets.

“Good policy means that the Fed needs to communicate to the private sector how it intends to react to shocks in the future,” Bullard said. “There has been little indication of how or whether these [asset purchase] amounts might be adjusted given incoming information on economic performance. This lack of clarity has created uncertainty in financial markets.”

Bullard called for the development of a quantitative rule for monetary policy in the current environment. “We have spent 20 years refining ideas about interest rate rules and optimal monetary policy,” Bullard said. “We should now consider quantitative rules because we are at the zero bound, and may remain there for some time depending on how the economy performs.”

FUTURE IMPLEMENTATION OF MONETARY POLICY

Going forward, Bullard said the Fed’s ability to pay interest on reserves — an authority granted to the central bank in the fall of 2008 — could serve as a new tool in the implementation of monetary policy in the U. S. He pointed out that many other central banks around the world operate with three rates:
an interest rate paid on deposits at the central bank; a lending rate for loans from the central bank, and a policy rate that lies between the two.

“The Fed could implement monetary policy differently,” he said. “It could implement the lending and deposit rates via standing facilities. The stance of policy would then depend on all three rates, although they might often be adjusted together.”

THE OUTPUT GAP

Bullard also cautioned that policymakers should not place too much emphasis on output gap estimates when trying to assess inflation risks in the medium-term.

“I am concerned about a popular narrative in use today — the narrative being that the output gap must be large since the recession is so severe,” he said. “And so, any medium-term inflation threat is negligible, even in the face of extraordinarily accommodative monetary policy. I think this narrative overplays the output gap story.”

He added that measuring the gap is very difficult, both theoretically and practically. He cited research that shows much of the inflationary run-up in the 1970s can be attributed to a misreading of the output gap at the time.

“Even if economists were to accept a particular measure, the empirical relationship with inflation is not robust,” he said.

In addition, traditional output gap measures do not account for the concept of bubbles.

“It has been popular to describe recent events as a collapse of a bubble in housing. A look at the housing data makes a convincing case,” Bullard said. “But when it comes to calculating traditional output gaps, there is no notion of a bubble. If part or most of the fall in output was a collapsed bubble, then today’s output gap would be smaller than it appears.” This would mean that inflation risks in the medium term are higher than otherwise thought.

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VDC Research Group Confirms Datalogic Scanning as the Fixed Retail and Handheld Scanning Market Leader

2011-09-01T07:49:00.000-07:00

VDC Research Group Confirms Datalogic Scanning as the Fixed Retail and Handheld Scanning Market Leader

The 2010 VDC Research Report is completed and Datalogic Scanning has very positive news to share with its customers.

Eugene, OR USA (Vocus) November 9, 2010

The 2010 VDC Research Report is completed and Datalogic Scanning has very positive news to share with its customers: after months of analytics and AIDC industry research, “Datalogic Scanning has been declared the world’s No. 1 supplier of fixed retail scanners and the third leading supplier of handheld bar code scanners with the No. 1 position in EMEA”, stated Bill Parnell, President and CEO of Datalogic Scanning.

According to the report, Datalogic Scanning has achieved 31.5% of the global fixed retail scanning supplier market share, which consists of bi-optic, single plane and presentation bar code scanners. Trailing behind Datalogic Scanning is NCR with 24% and Motorola with 18% of the supplier market share, which leaves Datalogic Scanning as the undisputed ixed retail scanning market leader worldwide. Datalogic Scanning is proud to have held this leading position since 2004.

“More good news is that we have been able to grow our leadership position equally around the world,” explained Matt Schler, General Manager of Fixed Retail Scanning. “Confirmed by the VDC Report, Datalogic Scanning holds the leading fixed retail scanning position in all three major economies of the world: the Americas, EMEA and APAC. This success has been made possible through constant innovation, market knowledge and most of all, listening and responding to the needs of our strategic partners and faithful customers.”

In the fixed retail scanning business unit alone, Datalogic Scanning has developed industry advancing technologies including the patented All-Weighs™ scale platter technology, which minimizes shrink for grocery retailers, and SurroundScan™ 3D Scanning, a 6-sided scanning technology enabling faster throughput and reduced wait times for customers. With these technologies, Datalogic Scanning has exceeded the needs of customers for decades. In fact, Datalogic Scanning recently celebrated the production of its One Millionth Magellan bi-optic scanner; an achievement which represents over 30 years of satisfied customers worldwide.

The report also confirmed Datalogic Scanning’s leadership position in the handheld scanning market. In EMEA, Datalogic Scanning is the No. 1 supplier of handheld scanners with 30.7% of the supplier market share. According to historical VDC research, Datalogic Scanning has held this leadership position since 2002, which proves the company’s ability to adapt to the needs of customers over time. The VDC Report also confirmed Datalogic Scanning as the No. 1 provider of handheld linear imagers worldwide with 38.3% supplier share as well as the third highest supplier of handheld scanners as a whole worldwide.

“Our movement into imaging solutions as well as developing tailored handheld products for specific vertical markets such as healthcare, retail and manufacturing has created a clear-cut path for our customers to future-proof their investments,” stated Pietro Todescato, General Manager of Handheld Scanning. “By understanding the needs of the diverse markets we serve, Datalogic Scanning has been able to design and manufacture products that exceed the expectations of customers. This made the difference in the competitive market, especially in 2009.”

About VDC Research Group
VDC Research Group (VDC) is a technology market research and strategy consulting firm that advises clients in a number of technology markets including: Automatic Identification and Data Collection, Embedded Hardware and Systems, Embedded Software and Tools, Industrial Automation and Control and Mobile and Wireless. Founded in 1971, the firm is located in the Boston area.

About Datalogic Scanning
Datalogic Scanning is the worldwide leader in fixed position retail scanning offering both in-counter and on-counter point-of-sale scanners and the best known provider of handheld scanners in EMEA, with the most complete line of general purpose and ruggedized handheld scanners in the world.

A division of the Datalogic Group, Datalogic Scanning is headquartered in the US with a presence in over 120 countries. The company serves multiple industries throughout the retail supply chain and distribution channel as well as manufacturing, government, healthcare, banking and finance sectors.

Datalogic and the Datalogic logo are registered trademarks of Datalogic S. p.A. in many countries, including the U. S.A. and the E. U. Magellan is a registered trademark of Datalogic Scanning, Inc. in many countries, including the U. S.A. and the E. U. All-Weighs and SurroundScan are registered trademarks of Datalogic Scanning, Inc. All other brand and product names may be trademarks of their respective owners.

For additional information about Datalogic Scanning products, please visit our web site, email scanning(at)datalogic(dot)com, or call +1-800-695-5700 (toll-free in the USA only) or +1-541-683-5700.

CONTACT:
Lauren Lundy
Lauren(dot)lundy(at)datalogic(dot)com
+1-541-302-2095

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Finally -- Fitness Made Easy at the Bank or on the Couch

2011-08-30T17:46:00.000-07:00

Finally -- Fitness Made Easy at the Bank or on the Couch

An evolutionary approach to weight loss and fitness gain. Get fit quick doesn't work any better than get rich quick. Both health and wealth require on-going, consistent attention and focus. www. winthefitnessgame. com provides day-by-day information and inspiration to help you go from flab to fab without depressing diets or marathon workouts. Stay home and get fit in front of the television, or while waiting in line at the bank, or sitting in traffic.

Brunswick, ME (PRWEB) December 24, 2006

Forks and spoons are dangerous weapons. Obesity kills 300,000 Americans a year according to a Journal of the American Medical Association. The projection is that 200 years of increasing longevity for Americans is about to shift downward for the first time. Diet obsessed for decades, Americans keep getting fatter and fatter.

"We've got a complete home fitness handbook," comments personal development and achievement expert, Rita H. Losee, ScD, RN, author of a groundbreaking fitness plan, www. winthefitnessgame. com. "We need to use our silverware less and our arms and legs more, consistently day in, day out. We may not like that reality, but if we want to lose weight and enjoy lifetime fitness we have to accept it. People think it's hard to lose weight; those beliefs are part of the problem. It's about loving yourself, not a fitness for dummy approach. It doesn't require fitness equipment, health club fees, or personal trainers."

The e-book, "How to Lose Fat, Get Fit, and Stay Trim Forever" contains dozens of ways to increase activity and decrease food intake leading to lifetime fitness and long term weight control. The strategies are simple and easy to implement. The downloadable videos demonstrate dozens of fitness moves that can be made as one goes about one's day, without having to dash off to the gym, saving time, stress and money. "Weight loss programs and diet plans don't work; only healthy eating and lifetime fitness actions work," observes Dr. Losee. "Workout routines must fit into our normal way of living or we simply quit."

Losee created Win the Fitness Game while rehabilitating herself from a 5-year battle with Lyme disease, contracted on her 2000 solo through-hike of the Appalachian Trail at age 59. A lifelong self-described "jockette," Losee had previously completed the Hawaii Ironman and climbed Mt. Kilimanjaro. "It was so very difficult to lose my incredible fitness and see my body get so flabby," she comments. "I created "win the fitness game" moves and was surprised about how well they worked. I know that time-compressed, overstressed folks can use these moves to their health advantage. Little moves and small steps done repeatedly for long periods of time are much more effective at weight control than big, dramatic fitness programs that are too arduous or time-consuming to continue.

"We need to move it to LOSE it! If you can't get off the couch to move, I'll show you how to do 'couchercise.' It's easy and it's fun... and it works! Exercise and weight control opportunities abound throughout anyone's day. I love showing people how to get the work in without doing a workout."

Dr. Losee adds, "Any woman whose waist is more than 35 inches or a man whose waist is over 40 inches doesn't have any more time to delay. Their life is in danger. I grew up fat and I've been fit; fit is much, much better!" A preview of the fitness videos is available at www. winthefitnessgame. com.

Losee, an InspirACTional speaker, can be reached by e-mail or by phone at 207-725-5443.

Rita H. Losee, ScD, RN

Creator - www. winthefitnessgame. com

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African American Ad Network Grows, Selects ZEDO for Ad Serving

2011-08-30T06:34:00.000-07:00

African American Ad Network Grows, Selects ZEDO for Ad Serving

African American online advertising services company continues to grow. Strengthens leadership position in their category

Atlanta, GA (PRWEB) December 5, 2007

AdGroups. com, a longstanding advertising network focused on connecting advertisers with various multicultural audiences via the internet, today announced that it has chosen ZEDO to handle its ad serving. Under the agreement, ZEDO will serve as the primary backbone for all of the company's display and rich media ad serving.

Founded Well Ahead Of The Niche Network Rush....
Founded in 1997, AdGroups. com experienced slow but steady growth over its 10 year history working with only a handful of partners and advertisers in its early years. "Basically, we didn't need to advertise that we existed or even had to go out and drum up business…it came to us," says AdGroups. com co-founder Carmen Wilder in connection with the early first mover advantage the company has as a niche network serving the African American space. "In an environment where only a few high mass options existed for reaching African Americans online, agencies wanted different alternatives. That's where we came in…with fresh ideas, unique targeting, and a deep amount of coverage that no other single publisher could match in this space. We weren't interested in immediate scale in our early years because it wasn't time…..now we're moving things into high gear." Today the company boasts a growing network of over 200 websites specifically targeting the African American/Urban space and ranks as a top reach vehicle in comparison to other companies that vie for the same audience according to data from Comscore Media Metrix. The company has worked with advertisers from many sectors including automotive, pharmaceuticals, finance/banking, entertainment, and much more.

About their new ad serving partner, Wilder comments that, "moving to ZEDO was a logical next step in our evolution…we're looking forward to a great relationship". The company used a self-hosted solution for the last several years.

About AdGroups
Founded in 1997 (as the Black Web Network), AdGroups. com is a multicultural ad network dedicated to reaching niche markets online. The company's current network is comprised of 200+ websites all focusing on reaching either African American or Urban Latino audiences.

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The Song Remains the Same: Credit Crunch Dominates Q2 Research Zeitgeist

2011-08-28T06:28:00.000-07:00

The Song Remains the Same: Credit Crunch Dominates Q2 Research Zeitgeist

Subprime, Alt-A and Housing Crisis Most Widely Read Research Recap Topics in Quarter

New York, NY (PRWEB) July 10, 2008

Despite the change in the seasons, the credit crunch and housing crisis remain top of mind to readers of Research Recap. Alacra today revealed the most popular posts in the second quarter for Research Recap, its one-stop research resource for business and financial executives and sophisticated investors.

The post receiving the most attention during the period was a May 23 Standard & Poor’s review of subprime, Alt-A and Prime Jumbo residential mortgage-backed securities indicating the “2007 vintage” will be the worst ever in terms of delinquencies. S&P said the delinquency rate on Alt-A securities, for example, is four times as high as the 2006 vintage was at the same age.

In all, five of the top ten posts and four of the top five focused on the ongoing fallout from the credit crunch. Other topics piquing the interest of Research Recap readers were renewable energy, hedge funds, technology and the future of video.

Research Recap’s most widely read posts for the quarter were:
1. 2007 Worst-Ever Vintage for US Subprime, Alt-A RMBS (http://www. researchrecap. com/index. php/2008/05/23/2007-worst-ever-vintage-for-us-subprime-alt-a-rmbs/) (Standard & Poors)
2. Alt-A Borrowers Looking More Like Subprime than Prime (http://www. researchrecap. com/index. php/2008/06/02/alt-a-borrowers-looking-more-like-subprime-than-prime/) (Fitch Research)
3. Lenders Slow to Address Florida Mortgage Defaults (http://www. researchrecap. com/index. php/2008/04/21/lenders-slow-to-address-florida-mortgage-defaults/) (Barron’s)
4. Global Junk Bond Default Rate Doubled in First Five Months (http://www. researchrecap. com/index. php/2008/06/10/global-junk-bond-default-rate-doubled-in-first-five-months/) (Moody’s Investors Service)
5. US In Danger of Losing Top Renewable Energy Ranking (http://www. researchrecap. com/index. php/2008/04/23/us-in-danger-of-losing-top-renewable-energy-ranking/) (Ernst & Young)
6. Stocks with Questionable Management Integrity Identified (http://www. researchrecap. com/index. php/2008/05/02/firms-with-questionable-management-integrity-identified/) (Audit Integrity)
7. Warning Signs Seen in Rising Credit Card Delinquencies (http://www. researchrecap. com/index. php/2008/03/27/warning-signs-seen-in-rising-credit-card-delinquencies/) (Credit Sights)
8. Bloggers’ Influence on Consumers Continues to Rise (http://www. researchrecap. com/index. php/2008/06/26/bloggers-influence-on-consumers-continues-to-rise/) (Forrester Research)
9. Role of Hedge Funds in Subprime Crisis Examined (http://www. researchrecap. com/index. php/2007/12/21/role-of-hedge-funds-in-subprime-crisis-examined/) (International Monetary Fund)
10. How Video Will Take Over The World (http://www. researchrecap. com/index. php/2008/06/20/how-video-will-take-over-the-world/) (Forrester Research)

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Research Recap welcomes submissions from research publishers for consideration. For further information please contact Mr. Robertson at editor@researchrecap. com.

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Launch, Manage, Evolve

2011-08-28T05:14:00.000-07:00

Launch, Manage, Evolve

The new web site of Venexus, Inc., a leading Business Service Provider, features a host of powerful tools for entrepreneurs and new businesses.

Raleigh, NC (PRWEB) November 23, 2005

Venexus Inc., a leading Business Service Provider, is now extending its program of services to entrepreneurs online. The company’s new web site features a host of powerful tools to manage business process more efficiently.

“Our new web site has been designed to be more than just a corporate presence on the Internet,” says Jeff Smith, Founder and CEO of Venexus. “By logging on, entrepreneurs can take advantage of our services and our knowledge bank to launch, manage and evolve their new businesses.”

The new web site (available at http://www. venexus. com (http://www. venexus. com)) features valuable tools such as the Business Creation System, which provides instructions for entrepreneurs to help them start their own businesses. With the Virtual Business Framework, the core technology that steers the Venexus vision, entrepreneurs can dynamically manage their business processes and create a platform for future growth.

With their business started and easily managed, entrepreneurs can then promote their business and keep abreast of the latest news in their sector, with the Business Evolution System. The Business Evolution System also provides a directory to find partners and suppliers.

“The nexus of these three systems enables an entrepreneur to create a business, manage it via their business web site, and market it through a business social network,” says Smith. “By providing these tools on our new web site, Venexus helps entrepreneurs reduce cost, automate their business processes, and leverage the enormous power of the Internet.”

About Venexus, Inc.

Venexus, Inc. is a Business Service Provider (BSP) that develops, integrates and provides hosting of business processes. Venexus provides a rare synthesis of “best of breed” technology, value-added offerings and highly desirable pricing to small businesses throughout the United States. Venexus is a launch pad for new enterprises, providing a comprehensive business incubator, a system for business process management, and a web of professional relationships, all of which culminate to yield a strategy designed to enable entrepreneurs to fulfill their dreams. For more information, please visit http://www. venexus. com (http://www. venexus. com).

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Town of Davie Declares July 11, 2006 Regent Bank Day

2011-08-26T22:50:00.000-07:00

Town of Davie Declares July 11, 2006 Regent Bank Day

Bank celebrates 20 years of relationship banking.

Davie, FL (PRWEB) July 12, 2006

Regent Bank, a locally-based community-focused commercial bank, is pleased to announce that the Town of Davie has declared Tuesday, July 11, 2006 Regent Bank Day in observance of the institution's 20th anniversary milestone. The Bank has been celebrating throughout the year in a series of Broward and Palm Beach County events. Festivities have brought out hundreds of South Florida business and municipal leaders, customers, neighbors, beneficiaries, friends, and other members of the community. The Bank will be serving cake in all offices on that date.

"This is a tremendous milestone for us and we are pleased and exceedingly grateful to all those who have contributed to our growth and success over the years," said Cyril "Sid" Spiro, chairman and president of Regent Bank. The Bank focuses on small to medium size businesses and professionals, and works together with its customers to help build stronger communities. Regent Bank is a traditional bank that differentiates itself by offering the personal banking experience to customers of all sizes rather than solely to those with the largest balances.

Regent Bank Day

"We were very pleased to proclaim July 11th Regent Bank Day, as it is a very important institution in the Town of Davie," said Tom Truex, mayor of Davie. "The citizens of this town have benefited greatly from the personal touch they have provided over the last twenty years. Additionally, Regent Bank has been extremely active in the community as an institution as have the people who make up the institution, from the president and bank officers to employees and trustees."

In supporting its full range of innovative products, Regent Bank banking professionals personally make calls to verify wires or to notify customers when accounts need special attention, hence, the slogan: Today's Banking in Yesterday's Tradition. All decisions are made locally.

Hurricane Wilma

In keeping with its commitment to its customers, Regent Bank was able to open six of its seven offices the day after Hurricane Wilma struck South Florida in 2005. Through careful planning and determination to meet its customers' many post-hurricane needs, Regent Bank was able to anticipate the manifold needs that had to be met and fulfill them successfully.

"When we opened our doors we knew we were delivering an excellent mix of products and services to the marketplace," said Mr. Spiro. "It is extremely gratifying to us that our strategy of putting our customers first has helped us to not only thrive but to facilitate the growth of our customers along with us." The Bank's intense focus on customer needs has led to its expansion from its original site in Davie to six other offices in Broward and Palm Beach counties.

About Regent Bank

Regent Bank, based in Davie, FL, is a full-service business banking institution, committed to creating innovative products and services. From standard commercial and personal products, such as checking, savings/investment accounts and loans, to commercial and personal mortgages and business/personal insurance products, Regent Bank offers a full range of banking services, including Internet, personal banking and other financial services. With offices in Boca Raton, Davie/Plantation, Fort Lauderdale, Palm Beach, Pompano Beach, West Palm Beach and in the Lands of the President community in Palm Beach, Regent Bank strives to perfect the concept of total relationship lending. For more information on Regent Bank offices, visit www. regentbank. com, or call 954-765-5500.

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Pocket Reference Journals Premieres New Consumer Friendly Website for Informative, Organizing Gifts For the Holidays

2011-08-26T15:07:00.000-07:00

Pocket Reference Journals Premieres New Consumer Friendly Website for Informative, Organizing Gifts For the Holidays

Pocket Reference Journals has recently created a new website, and has come out with some new journals to help their health and financially conscious friends, and customers, give great organizing and educational gifts for the holidays. Lasts longer than a calendar, eons ahead of a magnet! These journals last a lifetime for some.

Fountain Valley, CA (PRWEB) October 30, 2006

Pocket Reference Journals (PRJ)www. pocketreferencejournals. com a specialty pocket publications company in business for over 20 years, makes difficult information easy to read, keep, and understand with their comprehensive, informative, record-keeping journals. They've just put up their new website too.

Their journals fits in the palm of your hands. Titles include financial management and family friendly offerings. PRJ publishes 14 journals including such titles as the All About Me, Children's Health Journal, My Pregnancy Journal, Week by Week, the Full Life Women's Health Journal, the Full Life Personal Health Journal, for men, and women, My Smart Heart, A Reference Guide and Journal to a Healthy Life, My Pocket Doctor, A Diabetic Reference Guide (which also comes in Braille), Time and Time, A Celebrations Journal, The Pet Passport, Step On It! A Food and Walking Journal, 10,000 Steps in 30 Days, and My Life Journal, a Legal, Insurance, and Estate, Recording Journal. Several journals are also available in Spanish.

The company was started by Bonnie Schachter, an enterprising young lady from Queens, New York, whose other companies have included Breakfast From Tiffany's, and Rent-An-Event.

Her publishing company, Pocket Reference Journals, sells to many diverse corporations, and hospitals coast to coast, who distribute these informative journals into employee health and wellness programs, maternity and prenatal gift kits, health fairs, mammography centers, immunization drives, fundraising, hmo enrollments, baby shower gifts, as well as realtor, and bank incentives. The journals are all written by subject specific experts and pass the scrutiny of medical, insurance, and financial executives with flying colors.

Companies such as McNeil Labs, Sunkist Carter's, HealthTex, Bank of America, the makers of Milk Bone, the Wall St. Journal, and even the US Army have at one time or another used PRJ journals to promote their own products, publications, programs, and services. The journals can also be customized to include coupons, business reply cards, or just your name, and best wishes.

Health, finances, milestones, and memories, are what life is all about. To see these journals, and to purchase them online check out their new site at www. pocketreferencejournals. com

So, don't forget: B-Smart, B-Informed, and B-Prepared, but most of all B-Happy!

Give journals from Pocket Reference Journals this season…

For more information: call 714.965.4570 or Email bonnie @ pocketreferencejournals. com

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Debt Free Direct Cautions Consumers as 0% Credit Card Deals Increase

2011-08-25T16:45:00.000-07:00

Debt Free Direct Cautions Consumers as 0% Credit Card Deals Increase

As latest research by Moneysupermarket. co. uk reveals an 450% increase of credit cards offering 0% interest, Debt Free Direct warns consumers to use credit with care.

(PRWEB) June 26, 2010

New research by Moneysupermarket. co. uk, has revealed the number of credit cards offering 0% interest on purchases for at least 10 months increased by 450% during the past year. Adding further weight to the claim of resurgence in the credit card market, the number of cards offering 0% on balance transfers for 10 months or more has increased by 20%.

The research highlights that one year ago, there were just two cards offering a 0% on purchases service (of at least 10 months). When the latest research was conducted, there were 11.

The increase in competition, however, has done nothing to halt the average interest rate from rising. With a number of providers hiking their rates since the start of the year, the average rate is now at 18.7%.

A spokesperson also stated that credit card companies have taken the time to assess the market and now feel comfortable with doing business in the current economic environment. Competition has returned to the credit card market and card providers are actively trying to attract new business.

Derek Oakley, Insolvency Director at Debt Free Direct, says the extended period of 0% interest on purchases, can be beneficial for consumers, “If used properly, the 0% purchase deals for extended months is still a viable option for many consumers. However, it is important to stay within your limits and pay off the difference by the final month, otherwise you could be in for an unpleasant surprise in the form of increased interest rates.”

The credit card market is braced for further change in the coming months, as card providers will be forced under new rules to move to a positive payment hierarchy from January 2011. The new ruling will allow card holders to pay off their most expensive debts first, such as cash advances.

This would be a major shift from the current negative payment hierarchy which means it takes card holders longer to pay off their debts if they are only meeting negative payments each month.

Debt Free Direct is the UK’s leading provider of IVA (http://www. debtfreedirect. co. uk/iva/iva/) s and offers free and impartial debt advice on serious debt problems. Established in 1997, the company advises over a thousand people a week on different debt solutions, such as Debt Management Plans (DMP), Individual Voluntary Arrangements (IVAs), and bankruptcy.

Debt Free Direct has a commitment to helping vulnerable consumers struggling with large amounts of debt. The company has also been active in campaigning for tighter regulations within the debt industry.

To keep up to date with the latest in UK debt and personal finance news, visit the Debt Free Direct blog and news sections of their site, http://www. debtfreedirect. co. uk (http://www. debtfreedirect. co. uk).

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RentJillshouse. com Recalls Every Phone Lead Sent to its Clients

2011-08-25T05:07:00.000-07:00

RentJillshouse. com Recalls Every Phone Lead Sent to its Clients

Norfolk, VA (PRWEB) April 2, 2005

March finishes off another stellar month in lead generation for Brokers advertising on RentJillsHouse. com. March contributed over 1,600 calls and for 2005, the company has already ushered over 4,800 calls directly to the reservation phone lines of its clients. Since the launch of the website in June, 2004, RentJillsHouse. com has delivered to its clients more than 7,500 calls.

RentJillsHouse. com provides each Broker with a toll-free 800 number that connects to their reservation line. The toll-free service offers potential guests a convenient way to contact the rental company for more information about a vacation home rental or to book a reservation. It also benefits Brokers because RentJillsHouse. com covers the cost of the 800 service, saving them from extra charges to their phone line.

On top of a free 800 number, Brokers receive detailed tracking of each call placed, including date, time, duration and even the callerÂs phone number. According to Jan Pedder, the Customer Service Manager for RentJillsHouse. com, Âsuch reports as these make calculating return on advertising investment simple. WeÂre proud to offer our clients a service of this caliber, which no other vacation rental listing website provides.Â

RentJillsHouse. com is the ultimate online solution for locating vacation rental homes and properties. The site is user-friendly and offers information on over 10,000 vacation rental homes in popular U. S. destinations ranging from the Outer Banks of North Carolina to Lake Tahoe. The website's purpose is to bring Brokers and vacationers together through the ease and convenience of the Internet.

Headquartered in Norfolk, VA, RentJillsHouse. com is a division of Trader Publishing Company, the nationÂs largest distributor of photo-classified ads. For more information about RentJillsHouse. com, call toll-free 866-369-8611 or visit www. RentJillsHouse. com.

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Web Campus World Wide Provides Do-it-Yourself eMedia Training to Small Business Owner, Ingrid Weinmuller

2011-08-25T01:12:00.000-07:00

Web Campus World Wide Provides Do-it-Yourself eMedia Training to Small Business Owner, Ingrid Weinmuller

Ingrid Weinmuller, owner and founder of LDSRent2Own. com, needed to reach clients online rapidly and cost-effectively.

Woodland Hills, UT (Vocus) December 23, 2009

Ingrid Weinmuller, owner and founder of LDSRent2Own. com, needed to reach clients online rapidly and cost-effectively. She opted to take the training offered by Kim Power Stilson and Web Campus World Wide (http://www. wcww. com) to learn to use 21st Century Tools to compete online with larger companies at less per dollar than they were spending. The eMedia training offered in the Web Campus World Wide, the 5 Step “eMedia for Your Business” Training Series, helped her company succeed online.

According to Ingrid and her staff, keeping their Website and marketing efforts integrated and effective was costly until she learned to do most of the work herself online. The solution came when Ingrid found out about a newly-released eMedia training program for small business owners who want to learn to market, sell, connect and compete online themselves from Web Campus World Wide.

"The eMedia for Your Business Training Series supercharged my business while lowering my marketing bills,” said Ingrid Weinmuller. “I know who my customers are, how to reach them and what to say to them to make a rapid connection on and offline.”

Ingrid signed up for the course and its 5 Steps and began to learn to reach local and national clients through social and eMedia. And, she adds, that if people think their Local customers aren’t online they are wrong! People get online to find all kinds of options. To be competitive all small businesses need to provide online resources and communications.

LDS Rent 2 Own (http://www. ldsrent2own. com) was created to fill an ever growing need to help buyers and sellers who don't qualify for a "bank" loan and for Sellers who need to sell YESTERDAY. They will help potential home owners with your housing situation quickly. Please visit http://www. ldsrent2own. com (http://www. ldsrent2own. com).

“LDS Rent 2 Own needed to market, sell and connect to an online audience immediately,” said Ingrid. “I could have paid a fortune for someone to do it for me, but I took the training and taught myself how to do it for less than pennies on the dollar.”

The eMedia for Your Business Training Series, by Kim Power Stilson (http://www. powerstrategies. tv) and Tom Egan, is available through online coursework and live classes at Web Campus World Wide. Each step gives foundational marketing strategy, tools, and online communications education that teaches business owners what they need to be successful in the 21st Century. Prices start at $129 per Step and are discounted when they are purchased together on Web Campus World Wide. Please visit http://www. WcWW. com (http://www. WcWW. com).

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Armchair Millionaire Community Bulletin: Retirees Can Live Better Abroad

2011-08-22T10:28:00.000-07:00

Armchair Millionaire Community Bulletin: Retirees Can Live Better Abroad

Moving abroad--whether for retirement, a new job opportunity or just to sample another way of life--can be a complicated and costly step. Be sure you understand exactly what you're getting yourself into before making the move.

New York, NY (PRWEB) November 2, 2004

If you end up retiring abroad, you may find that you have plenty of American neighbors. Because the U. S. does not track the number of its citizens who leave the country, it's tough to get an exact number of how many Americans retire overseas. However, the U. S. State Department estimates that there are about 4 million U. S. non-military citizens living abroad, and that about a quarter of them are retirees.

Our recent question about retiring abroad to members of the Armchair Millionaire community revealed some interest there, too. Here are a few of the comments we heard:

"Yes, I have thought of moving to another country. Costa Rica would rank right up there at the top because of its beautiful climate, scenery and cheaper cost of living." --John C.

"New Zealand. Just a beautiful, lush countryside. English-speaking. Dollar is strong. Imagine California with only a population of 3 million instead of 33 million and coastline on the north, east, south and west." --Joey

"I consider moving out of the States all the time. Contrary to what many Americans believe, there are now several countries--including Canada, the Nordic nations, and other parts of Western Europe--that now boast a higher standard of living than we do (not to mention superior healthcare for the dollar). Also, more than ten countries now tout more civil rights and freedoms than we do (disappointingly ironic when you consider the label, "Land of the Free"). And for retirees, there's always the option of taking your American dollars where they buy more. --Jon

Pulling up roots and moving to a new country is obviously a huge step, so above all else you should make the decision carefully. There are dozens of issues to consider, from cultural and language issues to the weather. My checklist zeros in on the key financial issues you should consider.

The Armchair Millionaire's Checklist of What to Consider Before Moving Abroad

What is the real cost of living? While the lower cost of living in many countries is one of the primary things that makes living abroad attractive, you need to figure in additional costs that you might occur abroad that you might not here in the U. S. Travel back and forth between your adopted country and the U. S. is one obvious cost that will offset the lower cost of living, but you will also want to look at whether the exchange rate is favorable to you or not.

How will you obtain health care? Medicare does not cover health services outside of the United States, so you will need to explore how your medical needs will be taken care of. Some countries with government-sponsored health insurance also extend coverage to resident foreigners. In other countries, you may need to purchase private health insurance. As a last resort, you may need to rely on a U. S. health insurance company that will provide coverage for Americans living abroad.

What will you pay in taxes? As a U. S. citizen, you still have to pay taxes on your income regardless of where in the world you may be living. However, living abroad may qualify you for various deductions and credits that you would not otherwise receive. So consider whether your tax liability will substantially change if you choose to live abroad.

How are the communications? While we take reliable phone and Internet links for granted here in the U. S., they do not exist every where. Given that you'll probably want to manage your U. S. banking, investments and bill paying activities online from your home abroad, you'll need access to a good telecommunications system.

Can you buy a home? Many countries do not allow foreigners to buy real estate, or place restrictions on which property you may buy. If buying a retirement home is in your plans, be certain to understand any restrictions in the country of your choice in advance.

THE BOTTOM LINE: Moving abroad--whether for retirement, a new job opportunity or just to sample another way of life--can be a complicated and costly step. Be sure you understand exactly what you're getting yourself into before making the move.

THE ARMCHAIR MILLIONAIRE WEEKLY SURVEY: What are the most important financial moments in your life? Log on to www. armchairmillionaire. com and let us know.

Lewis Schiff founded the Armchair Millionaire Web site in 1997. His first book, The Armchair Millionaire, was published in 2001. Schiff's newest report, "How to Know When You Are Rich," is now available at www. armchairmillionaire. com.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Lewis Schiff

Armchair Millionaire

877-833-2823

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Master Builder Offers Tips for Planning Your New Kitchen

2011-08-22T03:57:00.000-07:00

Master Builder Offers Tips for Planning Your New Kitchen

Master Builder Services of Kingman, Arizona releases a free Kitchen Planning Guide to help you design and plan your new kitchen.

Kingman, Arizona (PRWEB) February 14, 2007

Master Builder Services of Kingman, Arizona releases a free Kitchen Planning Guide to help you design and plan your new kitchen.

The heart of a home where we entertain, help children with homework, even watch our favorite prime-time television shows isn't the Den, Family Room or even the Bedroom - it is today's' Modern Kitchen.

Over the past decade, modern cabinets have played a major roll in allowing the Modern Kitchen to become the center of a home. From hiding bulky kitchen appliances and allowing more counter space to housing large pantries out-of-view, allowing for better space use - it is amazing how far the kitchen has come.

Not only have these cabinets allowed for better space storage, but modern cabinet makers have realized that the aesthetics of a kitchen can greatly warm up a home. Boasting a plethora of design choices and wood finishes, it is possible to achieve an amazing kitchen design without breaking the bank.

Modern Kitchen Design

Ken Frasard of Master Builder Services Inc. in Kingman, Arizona (928-279-5516, http://www. master-builder-services. com (http://www. master-builder-services. com)) understands this Modern Kitchen requires insight and expertise in order to serve its family correctly.

"When a customer comes in, we tell them the sky is the limit - add everything that will make you happy and you'll be surprised how well we can fit those kitchen features into your particular budget."

There are lots of thing to take into consideration when designing a kitchen. Here is a list of things you will want to know when meeting with a kitchen design consultant;

1. Are you remodeling your current kitchen or are you building a new home and require custom design services?

Depending on your current situation, there are very different ways to approach the design of a kitchen. Whether you are remodeling your old kitchen and have to work around the current structure of your home or whether you're working with an architect and building a new home, the approach for each situation is unique and must be treated as such. Every kitchen design is different as are everyone's needs. Creativity on the part of the designer is imperative in order to achieve the kitchen you desire.

2. What is your budget for the project?

Everyone has a budget that they need to maintain for their kitchen - and it's meeting these needs in a respectable manner that is up to the design center. "Because of Master Builder's location, there are no large over-head fee's that are passed down to the consumer," says Ken, "The only thing we pass along is expertise and savings."

3. What style of kitchen are you looking for?

Whether you're in the market for a traditional French style kitchen or a modern sleek look, cabinet manufacturers have come a long way in recent years. A knowledgeable kitchen design will listen to your thoughts and ideas's and help translate that information into wood choices, cabinets door styles and finishes that can achieve your desired look and feel for you new kitchen. Ask to see a design portfolio or brochure. This will help you visually conceive your ideas and help instill confidence that the designer can achieve what you're looking for.

4. Who will be using the kitchen?

It's one of those questions that many construction companies forget to ask you - who will be using your kitchen?

I. Do you require your dishwasher on the left or on the right?

Ii. How tall does the stove area need to be in order to properly accommodate your stature?

Iii. Will you need room for one cook or will several people be in the kitchen at the same time preparing meals?

Having the insight to ask questions is the first sign of good deign. "Form follows function - after all, what good is a beautiful kitchen if you can't enjoy being in it?"

5. Will you be using your current appliances or do you require new ones?

Depending on your current appliances, you may or may not need custom designed cabinets - however, the situation does arrive when you're looking to buy a new chief grade range or a large refrigerator. A good design center will help you understand your options when working with new or current appliances.

All of these questions will help you decide what is most important for you in the design of your kitchen.

To help with the design process, Master Builder Services has released a Kitchen Planning Guide that you can download for free here (http://www. master-builder-services. com/Master_Builder_Services_Kitchen_Packet. pdf). This packet includes questions that everyone interested in a kitchen remodeling or even new home construction will find very helpful in their decision making.

When meeting with a designer for the first time, Ken recommends bringing in your planning guide. "This allows for us to have a base to start with and allow us to ask the appropriate questions concerning your need for the kitchen."

Master Builder Services LLC.

Our Name Says it All!

(928) 279-5516

Master Builder Services Home Page (http://www. master-builder-services. com)

Serving Kingman, Lake Havasu aand Mohave County Arizona as well as Las vegas and Clark County Nevada (http://www. master-builder-service. com)

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Diskeeper 2010 Utilizes New Technology to Revolutionize Defragmentation; Savings Can Change Your Business

2011-08-19T20:52:00.000-07:00

Diskeeper 2010 Utilizes New Technology to Revolutionize Defragmentation; Savings Can Change Your Business

While some companies still use manual or scheduled defragmentation, Diskeeper’s IntelliWrite™ technology prevents up to 95 percent of fragmentation from occurring by writing files to disk. Diskeeper 2010 offers a complete performance solution for every Windows system at every site.

Burbank, CA (Vocus) July 15, 2010

In today’s economic climate, businesses are looking for ways to cut expenses, increase savings and streamline business procedures. But many don’t realize they are overlooking the potential in a necessary computer security and performance measure to save energy and resources—defragmentation.

Over the years, automatic devices have seriously changed our business lives. Now financial programs, operated by one or two employees, have replaced all the accountants; sending correspondence, even with multiple copies, is a simple matter of typing the message and clicking “send” and a phone call can now be accomplished with the click of an icon.

The computer is the invention that has made all these things possible, and will continue to enable automation of even more business processes as time goes on. But believe it or not, there are still manual operations occurring on a par with the repeated yanking of the handle on one of those big old clunky adding machines. One of those tasks is defragmentation. Everyone agrees that defragmentation is necessary to curb performance-crippling file fragmentation—but oddly, some still perform the task manually.

Scheduled defrag is not much better—someone has to take an enormous amount of time to set the schedules on each of those PCs and then follow up to make sure they run. And with servers, scheduling is not even an option much of the time since there is no downtime. On top of that, fragmentation is left behind by the scheduled method, continuing to build in betweens scheduled runs.

By the time fragmentation happens, the system has already wasted I/O resources by writing fragmented files to scattered spaces on the disk. A toll is already being taken even before a defragmenter goes to work.

Utilizing a new revolutionary technology called IntelliWrite™, Diskeeper 2010 intelligently writes files to the disk to prevent up to 95 percent of fragmentation from occurring. Coupled with Diskeeper’s superior defragmentation technology, Diskeeper 2010 delivers a complete performance solution for every Windows system at every site, and goes far beyond what defragmentation alone can achieve. Significant savings are also achieved reducing energy consumption and cooling—even more than is done with conventional defragmentation.

About Diskeeper Corporation—Innovators in Performance and Reliability Technologies®: CIOs, IT Managers and System Administrators of Global Fortune 1000 and Forbes 500 enterprises rely on Diskeeper software to provide unparalleled performance and reliability to their business laptops, desktops and servers. Diskeeper 2010 is the only product to prevent fragmentation before it happens. Diskeeper Corporation further provides real-time data protection and real-time data recovery with Undelete® data recovery software (www. undelete. com). InvisiTasking® technology enables any process to run completely invisibly in the background, fully tapping the power of otherwise unused idle resources (www. invisitasking. com).

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HouseRebate. com Tweets San Diego Foreclosure Homes to Home Buyers via Twitter

2011-08-19T03:55:00.000-07:00

HouseRebate. com Tweets San Diego Foreclosure Homes to Home Buyers via Twitter

HouseRebate. com is now tweeting San Diego foreclosure deals via its Twitter foreclosure group. Home buyers and investors can now receive a daily tweet of San Diego's "Foreclosure Property of the Day."

San Diego, CA (PRWEB) May 12, 2009

HouseRebate. com is pioneering real estate marketing by using Twitter to disseminate hot tips on new bank-owned San Diego foreclosure properties. Homebuyers and investors can now receive a daily tweet of the San Diego "Foreclosure Property of the Day" by registering at Twitter. com and joining HouseRebate. com's Foreclosure group (https://twitter. com/HouseRebate). Tweets will be sent to the prospective buyers' email, or directly to their wireless phone.

"Embracing the micro-blogging technology of Twitter will help home buyers stay in touch and get the deals they want faster," said CEO Brian Yui. According to Yui, now is a good time to stay connected. Homebuyers can now buy a single family detached home in San Diego for less than $150,000, and consumers in the market for condominiums can find two bedroom units for under $75,000.

HouseRebate. com provides complete San Diego foreclosure MLS listings online, with addresses and virtual tours, making it the most comprehensive list of San Diego bank owned homes listed on the web.

About HouseRebate. com (http://www. houserebate. com/bus)
HouseRebate. com is a full-service value real estate company. HouseRebate. com maintains a seasoned staff of agents who provide all the services that traditional real estate offices offer at discount pricing, with reduced commissions on sales, and rebates 33% of its commissions on purchases. HouseRebate. com has a virtual foreclosure tour bus that shows the current San Diego foreclosure properties available. (888) 836-5675.

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White Hat Seo `Verses` Black Hat Seo - Interview and Discussion

2011-08-19T00:33:00.000-07:00

White Hat Seo `Verses` Black Hat Seo - Interview and Discussion

Short email dialogue between two opposing sides of the search engine optimization industry.

(PRWEB) June 21, 2005

During a conversation at SEOChat about the types of promotional methods that are acceptable to use, Earl Grey (aka Mick), a self-proclaimed professional Search engine spammer (and operator of the Black Hat Syndk8 forums), and I (randfish), a self-proclaimed professional white-hat SEO, decided to have a public debate over the pros, cons and issues surrounding white-hat vs. black-hat optimization.

What follows is the text of nine back and forth e-mail dialogues that touch on many of the most contentious and important issues surrounding the ethics, practicality and financial issues of the two different styles of optimization techniques.

Both of us attempted to approach this without hostility or preconceived notions of the others point of view, and in the end achieved a great rapport. I hope that this dialogue can serve as an example of how people with radically opposing viewpoints can converse openly and without contention.

Sections in this Report:

Mick - No Such Thing as Bad Publicity

Rand - The Risks of Spam

Mick - Profit & Traffic Numbers from a Spam Site & Chart of Spam Site Performance

Rand - How White Hat Pays Off in the Long Run

Mick - Money in the Bank is Better

Rand - White Hat vs. Black Hat is a Lifestyle Choice

Mick - What do You Want out of the Internet

Rand & Mick - Final Q+A on Ethics, Demographics & More

Read the rest of the discussion http://www. syndk8.com/interview_with_a_black_hat_seo. php (http://www. syndk8.com/interview_with_a_black_hat_seo. php)

Http://www. Syndk8.com (http://www. Syndk8.com) is a forum and a support site for the growing number of `Black Hat Seo` and Seo Devients.

The site and forum was created to share ideas and to learn about the seo industry without all the flaming and abuse which normally happens towards black hat seo`s on the majority of commercial webmaster forums.

Earl Gray is a self-proclaimed search engine spammer and is originally from the UK but for the last few years has been living in East Buffalo, New York.

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Corporate Whistleblower Center Demands Answers On Congressional Donations & Legalizing US Internet Gambling

2011-08-18T14:17:00.000-07:00

Corporate Whistleblower Center Demands Answers On Congressional Donations & Legalizing US Internet Gambling

The Corporate Whistleblower Center has been demanding enforcement of US laws pertaining to US Internet gambling for half a decade. The group says, "for the better part of a decade Internet gambling has seen sizable growth, in its current form Internet gambling/casino's are frequently owned and operated by off shore organized crime syndicates, and every US player forgot to pay taxes on the winnings-that is if they ever won anything." The group says, "about four years ago we went to the IRS-offering to help them shut it down for US Internet casino gamblers & they told us to back off-or we would get killed? Your tax dollars at work courtesy of another useless US Federal Agency!" The Corporate Whistleblower Center is now saying,"in November of 2009, by chance we met a Internet gaming software executive---who not knowing who we were, and intoxicated, bragged about the fact that Congressman Barney Frank was on his board of directors." They say," what a surprise-Congressman Barney Frank (D-MA), who chairs the House Financial Services Committee introduced HR 2267 in May 2009. The bill is up to 69 co-sponsors on both sides of the aisle. We want to know who these sponsors are, and how much they received in campaign donation pay off money to advance this legalizing US Internet casinos?" Http://CorporateWhistleBlowerCenter. Com

Washington, DC (Vocus) August 2, 2010

While prostitution might be the worlds oldest profession, the US Congress has taken this endeavor to a new level. The Corporate Whistleblower Center says, "what a surprise-Congressman Barney Frank-who in large part gave us the everyone deserves a house US real estate disaster, is now advancing another great idea----legalized US Internet casinos, in the comfort of your own home." Sounds like a great idea? The Corporate Whistleblower Center says, "legalizing Internet gambling for US citizens is insane. How will millions of new gambling addicts pay their bills, when they just lost their pay check at Happy Barney's House of Chips? Typically the poor are the most susceptible to the lure of easy money-the problem they can't afford to play-or lose." The group says,"Las Vegas & Native American gaming should be more than a little concerned about suddenly losing millions of customers to their destinations. Why go to Vegas, or take a bus to the reservation-when you can play a Internet slot machine at home-or if you work for the government---when you can play while at your desk-during working hours?" Http://CorporateWhistleblowerCenter. Com

The Corporate Whistleblower Center is also saying,"we also have another really big problem & that has to do with back US Federal taxes-not paid by the off shore casinos/sports books & the US players who receive winnings from these off shore casinos. Its called tax fraud & tax evasion." They say, "some US banks, and credit card companies are up to their eyeballs in these tax fraud crimes. It gets better-million of US gamblers have given their ID's & credit card numbers to the Russian Mafia, or other organized crime syndicates." The group says, "this all mentions nothing about the fact that Internet gambling is addictive, the only real winners are the operators, and legalizing something as insane as US Internet casinos will cost tens of thousands of US workers in Las Vegas, or Indian gaming their jobs." Http://CorporateWhistleblowerCenter. Com

However, the Corporate Whistleblower Center is saying,"we think Internet sports book should be legalized provided the house is a legitimate licensed Las Vegas casino, or Native American casino. Betting on sporting events is a multi billion dollar a year business in the US, it is largely controlled by organized crime, and most gamblers pay no taxes." They say, "by allowing Las Vegas, or Native American Casinos to get into the sports book business, it could be controlled, regulated and taxed.-that makes a lot of sense-even better-we get organized crime out of the sports bookie business, along with the off shore gangsters-for good." The Corporate Whistleblower Center says, "but when it comes to any other type of Internet gambling, cards, slot machines, etc, we say no way. Too addictive, too easy for poor people to lose everything, and we think its vital to protect legitimate US gaming industry jobs in Las Vegas, or in US locations where casinos are legal-such as Native American Reservations." Http://CorporateWhistleblowerCenter. Com

The Corporate Whistleblower Center asks, "so who are the members of the US Congress that co-sponsored Barney's US Internet gambling bill & how much did they get paid? Further, we will assist the IRS & the United States Department of Justice with this, if they actually want to enforce existing laws & do their job." Http://CorporateWhistleblowerCenter. Com

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Who's Who of Organic Apparel Leaders to Attend Organic Exchange Annual Conference in Monterey, CA Oct. 31-Nov. 2

2011-08-17T19:37:00.000-07:00

Who's Who of Organic Apparel Leaders to Attend Organic Exchange Annual Conference in Monterey, CA Oct. 31-Nov. 2

A "Who's Who" of international representatives from throughout the organic fiber supply chain, including representatives from Eileen Fisher, Nike, Nordstrom and Patagonia, will participate in Organic Exchange's 5th Annual Conference and Marketplace. Participants, including retailers, farmers, manufacturers, and representatives of brands, farming projects, banks, NGO's, certifiers and cotton brokers will learn, share knowledge and set a strategic agenda to continue the dramatic growth in the organic fiber sector. Following the event, participants will tour organic farms in California's Central Valley or retail stores in San Francisco offering organic apparel and home products. Journalists are invited.

Berkeley, CA (PRWEB) October 10, 2007

A veritable "Who's Who" of international representatives from throughout the organic fiber supply chain will participate in Organic Exchange's (http://www. organicexchange. org) 5th Annual Conference "Sustainable Innovation: Cultivating Growth and Prosperity through Collaboration." Participants, including retailers, farmers, manufacturers, and representatives of brands, farming projects, banks, NGO's, certifiers and cotton brokers will learn, share knowledge and set a strategic agenda to continue the dramatic growth in the organic fiber sector. An Organic Textile Marketplace will enable companies to display their organic products and discuss business opportunities. Following the event, participants will be able to go on tours of organic farms in California's Central Valley or retail stores in San Francisco offering organic apparel and home products. Journalists are invited.

Attendees and speakers include representatives from Eileen Fisher, Gap, Levi Strauss & Co., Loomstate, Nike, Nordstrom, Patagonia, REI, and Timberland, among many others.

WHERE: Asilomar Conference Grounds (http://www. visitasilomar. com), Monterey, California

WHEN: October 31-November 2, 2007. Deadline for registration is October 17.

WHO: Sandra Marquardt, tel: 301-592-0077

BACKGROUND: According to a May, 2006 Organic Exchange report, global organic cotton product sales increased an estimated 35 percent annually, from $245 million in 2001 to $583 million in 2005 and are projected to skyrocket to $2.6 billion by the end of 2008 (an updated market report will be released just prior to the event). Brands and retailers such as Nike, Wal-Mart, Edun, H&M, Marks & Spencer, and Coop Switzerland are very active in the organic fiber market and are expanding their programs. They are joined by over 1200 small and medium-size brands and retailers offering organic cotton products to the European, North American and Asian consumer markets. According to Organic Exchange's recently released Organic Farm and Fiber Report 2007, the amount of organic cotton produced globally increased 53 percent from 2005/06 to 2006/07,with 57,931 metric tons (MT), or 265,517 bales, produced in 24 countries on all arable continents.

Organic Exchange is pleased to bring the event to North America, and California in particular, because of its central role, unique contributions and demonstrated leadership in the areas of green marketing, sustainable design and innovation, and organic agriculture.

Organic Exchange (http://www. organicexchange. org) is a Berkeley, CA-based non-profit organization facilitating expansion of the global organic fiber supply by working closely with farmers, leading brands and retailers and their business partners to develop organic fiber programs. The conference is made possible with generous support from the following hosts and sponsors: Authentic Lifestyle Products, Central Textiles (HK) Ltd., Clif Bar, Control Union, Egedeniz, Eileen Fisher, Esquel, ICCO, Martin-Fabert Foundation, Nike, Nordstrom, Organic Essentials, Orta Anadolu, Patagonia, Paul Reinhart Inc., Pratibha Syntex Ltd., PT Indorama, Quick Feat International, Rabobank, Remei/bioRe Platform, Sanko Textile, Shanghai Flying Dragon, Shell Foundation, Tevis, Texas Organic Cotton Market Cooperative, TexRay/ZPLY Corporation, and Thai Alliance.

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Value-Stock. com - Interviews With CMI Holdings Group, Inc

2011-08-17T17:34:00.000-07:00

Value-Stock. com - Interviews With CMI Holdings Group, Inc.

Two interviews with CEO Ross Rojek of CMI Holdings Group, Inc. (CMIH). Formerly known as TheComicStore. com. Company went public, expanding by acquisitions and joint ventures. Has one of the largest fulfillment centers and biggest clients. (Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Tower Books & Records, Borders).

(PRWEB) June 22, 2001

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

For Further Information Please Contact:

Anthony Jacondino

Owner@value-stock. com

1-800-958-2563

Http://www. value-stock. com/index2.html (http://www. value-stock. com/index2.html)

Value-Stock. com Presents Our Best Interviews with CMI Holdings Group, Inc.

TOBYHANNA, PA - June 22, 2001 - Our top series of interviews revolves around Ross Rojek, the dynamic CEO of CMI Holdings Group, Inc. (CMIH) formerly known as TheComicStore. com. TheComicStore. com is the Internet spin-off of Comics & Comix, the fourth largest retail chain of comic book literature in the country. In the determined hands of Ross Rojek, CMI Holdings Group, Inc. continues its rapid infrastructure development and will provide management and product fulfillment expertise in several disciplines (financial, marketing, mergers and acquisitions, and venture capital), creating an environment for expansive growth.

The Company's latest endeavors include adding high profile members to its board and staff (such as Gerald Parker, a former co-founder of Inktomi and Sarah Rosenburg from Prima Publishing as National Sales Manager), acquisition of the FandomShop inventory, a joint venture with the developer of the evolutionary Sonic2ner FM headphone, and steps towards becoming a fully reporting company with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

View the transcripts for more detailed information at our website: http://www. value-stock. com/interviews. htm (http://www. value-stock. com/interviews. htm)

About Value-Stock. com

Value-Stock. com is an online investment portal for undervalued and emerging growth companies. Our clients are showcased to potential investors by using corporate profiles, newsletters, email alerts and our live CEO interviews. Our clients are also presented to investors who have a strong presence within the online investment communities. We specialize in promoting OTC Bulletin Board issues and other small and microcap issues. Companies that benefit most from our services are those with excellent growth potential and limited media exposure.

All material herein was prepared by Value-Stock. com based upon information supplied by the company or other sources believed to be reliable. The information contained herein is not guaranteed by Value-Stock. com to be accurate, and should not be considered to be all-inclusive. This press release contains forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. A company's actual results could differ materially from those described in any forward-looking statements or announcements discussed herein. This material is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as an offer or solicitation of an offer to buy or sell securities. Value-Stock. com is not a licensed broker, broker dealer, market marker, investment banker, investment advisor, analyst or underwriter. Please consult a broker before purchasing or selling any securities viewed on http://www. value-stock. com/index2.html (http://www. value-stock. com/index2.html). Please see our disclaimer regarding compensation disclosure.

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Astaro Security Gateway’s IPS Successfully Blocks Attacks

2011-08-16T05:21:00.000-07:00

Astaro Security Gateway’s IPS Successfully Blocks Attacks

Unified Threat Management product offers Logansport Savings Bank complete and superior protection.

Wilmington, MA (Vocus) November 24, 2009

Astaro Corporation (http://www. astaro. com (http://www. astaro. com)]), a leading network security (http://www. astaro. com/your_needs/network_security) vendor, today announced that Astaro Security Gateway’s IPS was able to block attacks that other IPS systems missed at Logansport Savings Bank.

Logansport Savings Bank, a full service bank located in Indiana, uses the Astaro Security Gateway’s IPS (intrusion prevention system) to protect their network from spyware and malware and uses the product to block spam. Although happy with the Astaro’s performance Mike Thompson, Compliance Officer at Logansport Savings Bank, decided to test the Astaro against other IPS systems to ensure he has the most effective system in place.

“As a financial institution we can’t take any chances with our security so although we felt the Astaro Security Gateway was effectively protecting our network we wanted to make sure,” said Thompson.

Thompson placed an alternative product behind the Astaro firewall for thirty days to see what the Astaro missed. After thirty days the results showed that Astaro had only missed 4 attacks out of hundreds of attacks that attempted to penetrate the network. Upon further review it was apparent that the attacks that the Astaro missed and the alternative product caught were not really threats at all.

“The alternative product caught things like media player drivers and a related Java script, none of which were actual threats to our network,” explained Thompson.

Conversely, when the configuration was reversed, with the alternative product on the front line and the Astaro catching what the other product missed, the alternative product missed attacks that the Astaro blocked, confirming Logansport’s belief that the Astaro has an effective IPS system.

Thompson continued: “After viewing these results it was apparent that the Astaro’s IPS is able to keep our network secure and that we had made the right choice when selecting the Astaro Security Gateway. We decided to stick with Astaro, not only did it provide an effective IPS, but it also provided a complete network security solution in one appliance making it more cost effective.”

“We are confident in the Astaro Security Gateway’s IPS and its ability to completely protect our customers’ networks,” said David Rogers, Vice President, Americas, Astaro Corporation. “Real-world tests like these prove that the Astaro Security Gateway will protect any institution’s network. We are obviously pleased Logansport decided to continue protecting their network with Astaro, but we are equally pleased the test proved the Astaro is the best product for the job.”

About Astaro Corporation:
Astaro offers the most complete and easy to use Internet security appliances available. Combining best of breed applications and enterprise level performance, Astaro’s award-winning products provide the latest protection with the best total cost of ownership. Software, hardware and virtual appliance offerings provide users the flexibility to meet a wide variety of deployment scenarios. Distributed by a growing worldwide network of more than 2,500 certified partners, Astaro products protect over 100,000 networks for 47,000 customers across 60 countries. Astaro, headquartered in Wilmington, Massachusetts, USA and Karlsruhe, Germany, offers free downloads of its products at www. astaro. com.

Press Contact:
Jessica Lavery-Pozerski
Astaro Corporation
Jpozerski (at) astaro. com
978-974-2648
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Professional Success Coach Leads Discussion on "What's Hot and What's Not" in Real Estate Today

2011-08-15T11:12:00.000-07:00

Professional Success Coach Leads Discussion on "What's Hot and What's Not" in Real Estate Today

Coach Patti Kouri, a leading Real Estate and business coach held her annual conference in November of 2007. During this conference, the participants, top Real Estate Agents from across the country shared their opinions on "What's Hot and What's Not in Real Estate Today." This recording is now available for download on Patti's website.

Woodland Hills, CA (PRWEB) March 6, 2008

Coach Patti Kouri's most recent Annual Jump Start workshop last November, offered attending Realtors a look at how to keep their competitive edge without going bankrupt or losing their sanity. Featuring expert panelists Bernice Ross, Steve Kantor and Frances Flynn Thorsen, the discussions revolved around "What's Hot and What's Not" in real estate trends to help participants prepare for whatever comes their way in 2008.

The "Hilton Jump Start Panel Discussion," taped live during the workshop, was just released as an audio download on Coach Patti's site. Topics covered include: effective and inexpensive ways to optimize your website, the best use of your marketing dollars, understanding today's consumer and much more. Likened to "picking the brain of Donald Trump in a private conversation," the download promises to be both entertaining and informative.

Registration has already begun for Jump Start 2009. Learn to work smarter and not harder and change your mindset to see the many opportunities in the changing market. "Trend Spotter" panelists will speak and answer questions during this highly anticipated workshop.
Patti is a professional coach and a graduate of Coach University and the Coach Training Institute. She is a frequent speaker on a variety of business topics and works closely with executives, managers and sales professionals. She offers a wealth of dynamic and innovative techniques to help people achieve their goals through her website http://www. coachpatti. com (http://www. coachpatti. com) and The Real Estate Game - a joint venture with leading coach Joeann Fossland.

New Aussie Campaign Promises To Impress On Service... Or Will Pay Customers $100

2011-08-15T10:28:00.000-07:00

New Aussie Campaign Promises To Impress On Service... Or Will Pay Customers $100

Market leading non-bank financial services group, Aussie, has launched an exciting promise to customers that if they are not impressed by an Aussie broker’s service they will be paid $100.

(PRWEB) March 10, 2010

Market leading non-bank financial services group, Aussie, has launched an exciting promise to customers that if they are not impressed by an Aussie broker’s service they will be paid $100.

The “Aussie Promise to Impress (http://www. aussie. com. au/home-loan/mortgage-broker/promise/what-is-the-promise. htm)” builds on Aussie’s reputation for offering customers highly personalised mortgage broking service which translates into a better deal by meeting their needs.

Aussie’s founder and executive chairman Mr John Symond said the Aussie Promise was targeted at customers who are interested in using a broker or bank customers looking for a reason to switch in order to get a more personalised service for their home loan needs.

“We understand that everyone’s home buying and renovating journey is a unique one and our brokers understand that finance needs are just as unique, which is why we offer a tailored service. We believe our service is unmatched within the industry and we’re prepared to put our money where our mouth is by offering $100 to anyone who is not impressed,” said Mr Symond.

According to Aussie’s customer satisfaction surveys, eight out of 10 Aussie customers would recommend their broker – a high level in the industry.

The “Aussie Promise to Impress” is backed by a new advertising campaign launched this week starring two of Aussie’s customers, Scott and Jenny from Jannali in Sydney’s south. Aussie was an integral part of their journey to find the perfect home and their story mirrors thousands of other Aussie customers.

“We’re also thrilled to feature one of our top brokers, Kim Horan, who is a mum from Penrith and is a real powerhouse,” Mr Symond said. “She’s built a great business by listening to her customers’ needs and helping them achieve their dreams.”

An Aussie broker (http://www. aussie. com. au/find-broker/index. htm) will offer guidance, assess eligibility, lodge the application and then support the first home buyer borrower through the home loan process. Aussie brokers are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, in all capital cities and regional centres at the request of customers who call Aussie on 13 13 33.

As one of the country’s largest non-bank providers of financial services, Aussie has a loan book of over $35 billion. With the acquisition of Wizard, there are now over 150 retail stores and 850 brokers across the country ready to help customers get a better deal on their finances.

NOTE: After meeting with a broker, customers will have the option to complete a questionnaire which focuses on aspects of their Aussie experience. This will include factors such as: whether the broker was punctual; did they clearly explain the home loan process; did they maintain regular and clean lines of communication; and, did they fully understand each customer’s individual requirements.

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BETÂs: ÂThe NextÂ Features Boys & Girls Harbor Program airs on May 8, 2004 at 1:30 p. m. (ET)

2011-08-14T23:51:00.000-07:00

BETÂs: ÂThe NextÂ Features Boys & Girls Harbor Program airs on May 8, 2004 at 1:30 p. m. (ET)

Boys & Girls Harbor will be prominently featured on the national Black Entertainment Television (BET) show: ÂThe NextÂ on Saturday May 8th at 1:30 p. m. (ET) and again on Monday May 10th at 11:00 a. m. (ET).

East Harlem, NY (PRWEB) May 9, 2004

Featured on the show will be the Harbor Science and Arts Charter School, after-school programs, student art work, dance classes, Gestures Dance Ensemble along with interviews with Anthony D. Duke, Founder & President, Hans E. Hageman, Executive Director, Joanne Hunt, Principal Harbor Science and Arts Charter School, Ramon Rodriguez, Director Harbor Conservatory for the Performing Arts, Nina Olson, Director Harbor Conservatory Development and Publicity and Charter School students Jamal Fairbanks and Austriay Simmonds.

ÂThe NextÂ focuses on up and coming artists along with providing information on some of the best kept secrets within the various communities they visit.

About BET

BET, a subsidiary of Viacom, is the nation's leading television network providing quality entertainment, music, news and public affairs programming for the African-American audience. The BET Network reaches more than 74.5 million households according to Nielsen media research. BET is a dominant consumer brand in the urban marketplace with a diverse group of branded businesses: BET. com, the Number 1 internet portal for African Americans; BET Digital Networks - BET Jazz, BET Gospel and BET Hip-Hop, a new alternative for cutting-edge entertainment tastes; BET Event Productions, specializing in a full range of event production services; and BET Books, the nation's leading publisher of African American-themed romance novels under the Arabesque Books label.

About Boys & Girls Harbor

Boys & Girls Harbor Inc. was founded by Anthony Drexel Duke in 1937 as a summer camp for underprivileged immigrant boys. Today, under the leadership of Executive Director Hans E. Hageman, Esq., the Harbor continues to fulfill its mission to empower children and their families to become full, productive participants in society through education, cultural enrichment, and social services. The Harbor is recognized throughout New York City as a leading educational and social services agency, offering over two-dozen programs that provide a nurturing environment for children to learn and grow. Each year the Harbor helps over 6,000 low-income children and young people gain the skills and confidence necessary for success in education, careers, and positive family and community life.

R. W. Garcia Pushes Chips ÂAll InÂ For Katrina Relief Effort

2011-08-14T19:26:00.000-07:00

R. W. Garcia Pushes Chips ÂAll InÂ For Katrina Relief Effort

Organic tortilla chip maker delivers truckloads of product to Houston Food Bank and Mississippi Hurricane Relief Agency.

San Jose, CA (PRWEB) September 15, 2005

All-natural tortilla chip maker R. W. Garcia is sending Katrina evacuees something to munch onÂtwo full truckloads of tortilla chipsÂwith an approximate retail value of $130,000.00.

The first truckload was scheduled for delivery to the Houston Food Bank for distribution throughout the area on Friday, and a second truckload is being produced for the benefit of evacuees being served by the Mississippi Hurricane Recovery Agency.

ÂLike people all everywhere, our hearts go out to those who are suffering in the aftermath of this devastating storm,Â said Robert Garcia, company founder and president. ÂWe are fortunate to be able to provide sustenance at a time when it is most needed, and are doing what we can to help our fellow man.Â

The product being delivered is Garcia LoÂsÂ, a high fiber tortilla chip made with organic soy, corn & flaxseeds. The healthful chips contain no trans fats, cholesterol or gluten, and provide the benefits of whole grain, natural soy and essential omega 3Âs.

The Garcia's are not alone in the effort, and company co-founder Margaret Garcia is quick to point out that many of their suppliers are also aiding in the companyÂs relief effort.

ÂWe would like to thank our co-contributors,Â says Margaret Garcia, Âincluding SK Food International of Fargo, ND, Spectrum Foods, Inc. of Springfield, IL, and Minsa Southwest Corp. of Dallas, TX. In addition, Longhorn Transportation of Charlotte, NC, is contributing freight costs.Â

R. W. Garcia has manufactured premium tortilla chips since 1982. With corporate offices in San Jose, CA and manufacturing facilities in California and North Carolina, the company delivers great tasting, all-natural and imaginative flavor combinations in branded and private label offerings from coast to coast. For more information visit www. rwgarcia. com or call (408) 287-4616.

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Tejas Incorporated Announces $200,000 Donation and In-Kind Support of Hurricane Katrina Relief Effort

2011-08-13T13:47:00.000-07:00

Tejas Incorporated Announces $200,000 Donation and In-Kind Support of Hurricane Katrina Relief Effort

Tejas Incorporated (OTC BB:TEJS) today announced that it has pledged to make both cash and in-kind contributions to the Hurricane Katrina relief effort.

Austin, TX (PRWEB) September 29, 2005

Tejas Incorporated (OTC BB:TEJS) today announced that it has pledged to make both cash and in-kind contributions to the Hurricane Katrina relief effort.

In response to one of the worst natural disasters in the country’s history, Tejas Incorporated will donate $200,000 to the American Red Cross relief effort. In addition, Tejas has made an offer, submitted to the NASD, to donate office space to any brokerage firm that was impacted by hurricane Katrina at no charge to the firm through February, 2007.

John Gorman, Chairman of the Board of Tejas Incorporated, commented, "We are shocked and saddened by the scope and breadth of this extraordinary natural disaster and want to help those in need during this time of tragedy."

On Wednesday, Tejas Board member Barry Williamson traveled to Louisiana to help with the relief effort. Williamson noted, "I have never seen such devastation. Words cannot describe the human suffering and need of so many people."

Mr. Gorman added, "We are honored to make a contribution to those in need and extend our best wishes and condolences to all those affected by this extraordinary event."

Award-Winning Poet Releases "A Paradox in Pink"

2011-08-13T11:54:00.000-07:00

Award-Winning Poet Releases "A Paradox in Pink"

Award-winning poet publishes collection of most popular poetry pieces to rave reviews.

(PRWEB) May 21, 2005

Jennifer Brown Banks, feature writer for Being Single Magazine, and president and founder of Poets United to Advance the Arts, recently released ÂA Paradox in PinkÂ (a poetic collection). The book contains more than 70 of her most popular pieces, and passionately reflects love, life, and lessons on trials and triumphs.

"Paradox" represents the fifth volume in a series published by Banks and produced through various publishers.

Other titles, widely received, include:

Amidst Quiet Hours

Under the Influence of Love

Meet Me in the Middle

You Got a Tab With God

In addition to writing and performing her own pieces, Banks has been instrumental in nurturing and publishing the works of several, talented, local artists through her role as Poets United founder (for 10 years).

Her accomplishments have been recognized by Chicago Bulletin, as a featured artist in their "Someone You Should Know" column.

She is also listed in Who's Who in America.

Upcoming projects include bookings and tours for "Paradox" and "Life's Spices from Seasoned Sistahs" for which she is a contributing author.

Additionally, she has plans in the works to produce an anthology with her group (Poets United) in the near future. This would be the 3rd anthology for the group.

A spoken-word artist for over a decade, she has performed her pieces before packed audiences at jazz clubs, coffee houses, book stores, schools, and other venues throughout Illinois.

Her articles, commentary, short stories and verse have graced the pages of TodayÂs Black Woman, Honey Magazine, Being Single, Poetic Voices, LifeÂs Spices for Seasoned Sistahs, and Simon and SchusterÂs Chocolate Series.

"A Paradox in Pink" is now available for purchase through Amazon. com or Borders online.

For information on signings in your area, or to schedule a performance or interview, she can be reached at Jenniferwriter@yahoo. com.

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Budget Referee Releases Holiday Spending Emergency Plan

2011-08-11T16:08:00.000-07:00

Budget Referee Releases Holiday Spending Emergency Plan

(PRWEB) December 24, 1999

CONTACT: Lorrie Morgan-Ferrero

CyberStaff Services

(818) 371-7899

cyberstaffservices@yahoo. com

For Immediate Release

BUDGET REFEREE RELEASES HOLIDAY ÂEMERGENCY PLANÂ

Financial Awareness Enhances Holiday Spirit

Washington, D. C., December 21, 1999 Â The Budget Referee www. budgetreferee. com has released an Emergency Plan to help people curb holiday debt. Consumers are encouraged to put the brakes on overspending to avoid excess debt in 2000. The Emergency Plan is a quick, refined version of the Budget RefereeÂs full-scale evaluation.

ÂMy clients and friends are all saying the same thing. They donÂt want to spend as much as they used to during the holidays,Â said Budget Referee president, David Rosenberg. ÂThe Emergency Plan is like getting your feet wet in the budgeting world instead of diving in headfirst.Â

Many prefer oblivious spending this time of year to real deal budgeting, but there is a compromise.

ÂItÂs about leaving home without it Â plastic.Â Rosenberg emphasized that if people do only one thing this season, they should drop or lessen the automatic credit card habit. Stick with a debit card instead and make sure you record your purchases.

Many people misuse credit cards simply because they donÂt have a clear sense of how to control their spending and cash flow. Parking your credit card also saves money on interest, unnecessary late fees and service charges.

If you havenÂt already, set a dollar amount for all your gift giving. Write down whatÂs been spent to this point and whatÂs left to spend. This is far superior to just shopping and not looking at the big picture. The Budget Referee looks for ways to mold your spending to fit your unique needs and lifestyle. Rosenberg said, ÂSuccess depends on budget flexibility.Â

A good start at arriving at a budget is to think of last years amount and cut 20%.

Once you have set the total dollar amount, make a column for the names on your list and how much you have to spend for that person. Remember to keep shopping until you find the perfect gifts, at the right price.

If you are one of those people who feel the need to withdraw cash for Y2k, put it in an envelope, then put the cash back in the bank before keeps you warm by burning a hole in your pocket.

Budget Referee is a personal financial service that recognizes every budget situation is unique. With its comprehensive, yet simple spending program, the Budget Referee is able to do an in-depth analysis of spending patterns and preferences. This confidential client information is then molded to an affordable plan that fits his or her lifestyle.

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Consumer Price Index Rise Hits UK Taxpayers Pockets

2011-08-10T23:25:00.000-07:00

Consumer Price Index Rise Hits UK Taxpayers Pockets

Moneystand. co. uk reports that UK taxpayers will continue to feel the squeeze in 2010, as a larger than expected Consumer Price Index rise reduces the value of a savings account.

London, UK (PRWEB) December 23, 2009

With bank rates predicted to stay low for the next 12 months, savers are in an increasingly tricky situation, according to personal finance website MoneyStand. co. uk.

As the Consumer Prices Index (CPI) is often greater than the savings account interest rates, MoneyStand. co. uk believes some individuals are actually poorer in real terms by keeping money in certain accounts. The UK website, which focuses on giving advice and information on personal finance, debt, and IVA (http://www. debtfreedirect. co. uk/iva/iva/), has stated that simple and well thought out decisions can make all the difference to consumers in these instances. These are particularly testing times for those who live off the interest of their accumulated wealth to subsidise their pension.

Due to the low interest rates affecting most banks within the UK and the erosive affects of rising inflation, individuals with savings are feeling the brunt of the economic downturn. Even with substantial savings, British savers are missing out on a solid return on their investments once tax is taken into account.

With the Consumer Prices Index rising to 1.9 per cent, basic rate taxpayers need their banks to provide a minimum savings rate of 2.375 per cent before seeing any real return on their investments, and higher rate tax payers need a sizeable 3.166 per cent to see a return. In reality, currently only 9 out of 744 variable rate savings accounts available in the UK actually offer an interest rate higher than this. Compared with November, when 69 out of 744 accounts paid above this rate, experts argue that banks are profiteering at the expense of their customers, warning that the situation will now get even worse for the basic rate taxpayers.

Following a widespread media campaign for better deals for UK savers, the UK government has promised to start taking action against these low yield savings accounts. Despite these claims, Moneystand. co. uk suggests that UK individuals will soon have almost no reason to save.

Founder Matt Spencer said, "Due to the worsening interests rates offered by the banks, we have approached the stage where taxpayers are better off investing their money into gold bullion than they are with savings accounts."

"Due to the Consumer Prices Index rising beyond economists' expectations from 1.5 per cent to 1.9 per cent last month, basic rate taxpayers will also feel the knock on effects of the increase for some months to come. Economists have attributed this to amongst other things, rising fuel and energy costs."

Personal Finance weblog MoneyStand. co. uk has been providing unbiased personal finance, IVA and debt related information since early 2008 specifically to help people through these testing financial times. The authors realise people are facing particularly pressing financial times and seek to alleviate this where possible by providing clear and easy to understand information.

"In times of recession individuals and families often overlook simple financial decisions that can make huge differences to their financial health." Matt Spencer explained, "Our aim is to highlight and offer financial advice on these sensitive topics."

For the latest financial news and advice on IVA, debt and insolvency visit their personal finance blog, http://www. moneystand. co. uk (http://www. moneystand. co. uk).

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Bankruptcy Ring Problem Deepens

2011-08-10T15:39:00.000-07:00

Bankruptcy Ring Problem Deepens

According to Robert Marshall, founder of www. bankruptcy consumerprotection. com a website designed to provide educational non-legal advice concerning the dangers involved with bankruptcy courts and trustees, "we have reported on this case previously and have been made aware of new developments which have been posted on our site, www. bankruptcyconsumerprotection. com. Our website is dedicated to provide information and educational content for those people already in or who are considering filing for bankruptcy:" A request dated 24 August 2009 for criminal investigation of a Bankruptcy Ring has been filed which names Trustee Jeffry Locke and his attorney, Reidun Stromsheim et al. The complaint was served on the Northern California Federal District Court and the Northern California Bankruptcy Court, Santa Rosa Division. The complaint was filed by Dr. Anna Vertkin MD under cases C-09-00393 JSW, C-09-00701 JSW, 08-12189 according to Dr. Vertkin. The complaint was served on the Director of the FBI, The Attorney General of the United States of American, The U. S. Department of Justice, The Attorney General of the State of California and the U. S. Bankruptcy Trustee. A bankruptcy ring is defined as an association of one or more individuals engage in various acts to defraud another.

New York, New York (PRWEB) August 27, 2009

The ongoing bankruptcy case of a well known physician in Northern California has assumed new and more dramatic dimensions. Dr. Anna Vertkin MD has filed a request with various law enforcement agencies and with San Francisco Federal District Court and Northern California Bankruptcy Court, Santa Rosa, to launch a full blown investigation into an alleged Bankruptcy Ring. Also filed was a Victim Impact Statement.

C-09-00393 JSW, C-09-00701 JSW, 08-12189. This was reported in a recent interview given by Dr. Vertkin to Robert Marshall, founder of www. bankruptcyconsumerprotection. com

Dr. Vertkin, in her interview with Robert Marshall, of www. bankruptcyconsumerprotection. com, was qoted as saying "The defendants named in the request for criminal investigation include Trustee Jeffry Locke and his attorney, Reidun Stomsheim. Other defendants include include Attorneys Sanford M. Cipinko, R. G. Long, Patrick Macias, David Pai, Timothy Perry and Assistant US Trustee, S. F. Donna Tamanaha and individuals Galin Georgiev and Michael Vertkin,"

Multiple charges in the request for criminal investigation include but not limited to Racketeering, Violation of Title 42, RICO, Fraud, etc., according to Robert Marshall.

Dr. Vertkin MD, in an interview with www. bankruptcyconsumerprotection. com, also alleges numerous violations of "Moral Turpitude laws by the defendants including: making false representation, knowledge of false representation by the perpetrator, reliance on the false representation by the person defrauded, intent to defraud, acts of committing fraud, arson, blackmail, burglary, embezzlement, extortion, false pretenses, forgery, fraud. All charges are all available on www. pacer. gov."

Defendants, San Francisco Bay Area Trustee Locke and attorney Stromsheim were practicing professionals in the Bankruptcy Court at Santa Rosa, California in 1990 and were involved in a case brought by Paul Sosnowski. This was reported by California Lawyer, January 1991 issue.

The California Lawyer article went on to say that Sosnowski was represented Dexter Jacobson who uncovered multiple crimes in the Santa Rosa Bankruptcy Court and was about to disclose charges to the FBI was shot dead the night before he was to have disclosed his discoveries concerning the Santa Rosa Bankruptcy.

Further, according to California Lawyer and the SF Journal, although the murder of Dexter Jacobson remains unsolved, the files have been sealed by the FBI in Washington. An additional report authored by a specially appointed DOJ investigator and studied the Santa Rosa Court, was sealed by its then and currently presiding judge, Judge Alan Jaroslovsky.

According to court records, Federal District Court in San Francisco refused to hear the case filed by Dr. Vertkin. The matter was remanded by Judge White back to the very court which Dr. Vertkin alleges criminal wrongdoing.

Dr. Vertkin has clearly stated that she "fears for her life especially considering the unknown and secreted histories of the defendants Locke and Stromsheim."

Dr. Vertkin questions "who is paying this bankruptcy ring to destroy my professional reputation as a highly respected physician and as a human being. I believe, that this vicious campaign, carried on without regard to the rule of law is linked to my having confronted some of the biggest health insurance companies in the world."

Former Attorney John Ashcroft has said "Perhaps there is no power more easily and profitably abused by corrupted officials than the selective enforcement of our laws. Partners and affiliates in organized rings can easily decline to investigate or prosecute their brethren, and competitors and whistleblowers of this sort of organized crime ring are easily targeted for retribution under the Color Of Law."

"It is exactly this kind of self protection and racketeering which deprives millions of Americans access to due process and their Constitutionally guaranteed rights," said Dr. Vertkin.

Dr. Vertkin was quoted as saying that she "plans appeals and intends to take her case, if required, to the Supreme Court of the United Sates. This kind of injustice cannot stand-either for me or any other citizen of the United States of America."

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First Accelerance 'Preferred' Software Outsourcing Partner is PSL, CMMi-5 Certified and Nearshore in Colombia and Mexico

2011-08-10T10:15:00.000-07:00

First Accelerance 'Preferred' Software Outsourcing Partner is PSL, CMMi-5 Certified and Nearshore in Colombia and Mexico

An incredible level of talent and performance at PSL, so close to the U. S. in location and time zone, enables very successful outsourcing using Agile and Scrum development methodologies along with CMMi level 5 control

Redwood City, CA (PRWEB) March 17, 2010

Accelerance announced today that Productora de Software S. A., (PSL) in Colombia and Mexico is the first global partner to achieve the new Preferred level of membership in the Accelerance Global Partner Network of pre-qualified outsourced software development firms around the world. Preferred partners are deeply assessed and evaluated in ten key areas of excellence to ensure high standards of performance and quality of software development for their clients. Accelerance visits preferred partner’s facilities as part of the new partner assessment process.

“Clients continue to be blown away by the capabilities and performance of PSL at developing software,” said Andy Hilliard, President of Accelerance. “Many offshore companies claim CMMi certification but at PSL we have personally witnessed the integration of the highest levels of CMMi into their corporate culture. PSL delivers a degree of professionalism and quality that consistently exceeds client’s expectations,” he said.

For 25 years, PSL has developed critical software applications for clients that range from the Panama Canal and the largest banks in Latin America, to hundreds of small and medium businesses across different industry verticals. PSL is nearshore to North America - close physically and culturally to the U. S. and is in the Eastern Time Zone.

PSL achieved the preferred partner level though its commitment to excellence demonstrated by its receiving the 2006 IEEE Software Process Achievement (SPA) Award, an engineering accolade previously granted to only 9 companies in the world, such as NASA, IBM, Raytheon and Boeing.

PSL was the first company in Latin America to be assessed at level 5 of the Software Engineering Institute’s Capability Maturity Model. PSL uses the CMMi level 5 model to measure productivity, track the quality of code, to accurately estimate the effort required to build a particular application—without falling into the trap of a rigid and inflexible process. For example, PSL will use Agile and XP programming practices for many projects, yet monitor and control development with metrics that measure productivity and code quality. PSL is also one of the first software development companies in the region to receive an ISO 27001 Information Security certification, which guarantees the confidentiality of all client information and the security of the code delivered by the company.

“With 320 engineers, PSL is sizable but not exceedingly large, which gives each of our clients direct access to the highest echelons of management (including our CEO) as well as access to all project specialists within our company, something that is difficult to achieve within very large service providers,” said Alejandro Vasquez, Director of International Business for PSL. “PSL has a strategic directive from our Board of Directors that all U. S. and Canada clients be treated with the greatest priority and be assigned with our most senior resources,” he added.

All Accelerance partners are hand-selected and undergo a qualification process that documents their strengths and seeks to uncover weaknesses that impact the quality of outsourced software application development. Only those offshore providers who possess the operations and track record to successfully deliver reliable software development to clients are selected to become an Accelerance Global Partner.

About Accelerance
Accelerance is a Silicon Valley-based expert outsourcing services firm working with businesses that are grappling with the issues of outsourcing software development. The Accelerance Global Partner Network is the only online directory of highly qualified and hand-selected global software development companies from around the world with successful track records in developing software for clients. Accelerance also offers consulting services for the rapid ramp-up and management of offshore programmers. Accelerance was founded in 2001 by Steve Mezak, a veteran of numerous software development companies and projects both onshore and offshore and is the author of the book: Software Without Borders: A Step-By-Step Guide to Outsourcing Your Software Development, available on Amazon and the Accelerance website. For more information, visit: http://www. accelerance. com (http://www. accelerance. com).

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SimplyCareer. com Launches Resume Distribution Services

2011-08-10T07:10:00.000-07:00

SimplyCareer. com Launches Resume Distribution Services

SimplyCareer. com has just launched a service to distribute people’s resume by email and fax to thousands of headhunters/staffing companies in the United States and Canada.

The Plains, OH (PRWEB) August 23, 2006

In today’s cutthroat job market you need all the help that you can get in finding a new career, and that is exactly what a new technology just introduced from simplycareer. com is banking on.

“This innovate technology is going to revolutionize the way that the American and Canadian public searches for jobs!” Comments Jason Keaton, company CEO. “Job hunting is hard work, it requires the average person to have a working knowledge of all of the local job recruiters, and that is almost impossible. With this new technology, simplycareer. com builds a comprehensive database of potential job recruiters for you.”

When it comes to hunting for jobs, recruiters are old news; however simplycareer. com takes that this tried and true method of job hunting and ups the ante. The new technology employed by this new service combines a multitude of services making it a one stop shop for job hunters. Never before could you create a professional resume, email it and fax it to potential job recruiters all from one website.

Jason Keaton comments, “With our newly developed technology, you will never have to waste countless hours searching for places to submit your resume, all the hard work is done for you. It is our hope that we can help millions of people in North American find the career of their dreams, easier than ever before.”

About simplycareer. com

Simplycareer. com is a fast growing software company providing an innovative service that distributes resume to thousands of recruiters in the United States and Canada via email as well as fax.

Simplycareer. com acts as a gateway between recruiting companies and job seekers. The services provided range from close assistance to writing a resume, to the resume blasting feature which sends the resume to a great deal of recruiting companies, via fax or email. Recruiting companies are not charged anything, only the job seekers are charged a flat monthly fee.

Contact info:

Michelle Keaton

Job Title: Director of Media Relations

Country: United States; Canada

Web URL: http://www. simplycareer. com (http://www. simplycareer. com)

19 Poston RD

Athens, OH 45780

United States

Phone: 740-447-1879

Fax: 740-353-5655

United States

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American Security Resources President Joe Grace to Appear On ÂCorporate Strategies with Tim ConnollyÂ Sunday, June 26th 9:00 P. M. ET

2011-08-09T18:49:00.000-07:00

American Security Resources President Joe Grace to Appear On ÂCorporate Strategies with Tim ConnollyÂ Sunday, June 26th 9:00 P. M. ET

American Security Resources Corp is focused on homeland security and national defense.

HOUSTON, TX (PRWEB) June 23, 2005

Joe Grace, President of American Security Resources Corporation (OTCBB: ARSC), is scheduled to appear Sunday night, June 26 at 9 pm ET on ÂCorporate Strategies with Tim ConnollyÂ. American Security Resources is focused on homeland security and national defense. Mr. Grace is prepared to answer questions concerning the companyÂs long-term plans and recently disclosed acquisition candidates.

Recent guests of the show have included Enterprise Products CEO Dan Duncan, CelgeneÂs CEO John Jackson, LandryÂs CEO Tilman Fertitta, Changewave ResearchÂs Tobin Smith, Mario Gabelli, former SEC Chairman Arthur Levitt, former Compaq CEO Eckard Pfeiffer, Money Manager Louis Navellier, and many others. Listeners may call in questions live and toll free to Joe Grace and Tim Connolly at 1-866-606-TALK (8255). The Business Talk Radio Show may be heard on KSEV AM 700 in Houston, on over 375 affiliate stations nationwide listed at CRN1 www. cableradionetwork. com, or on the Internet at www. businesstalkradio. net. This hour of ÂCorporate Strategies with Tim ConnollyÂ is hosted by Tim Connolly of Corporate Strategies Merchant Bankers (www. corporate-strategies. net). Noted Economist Mike King of Princeton Research provides live technical analysis for the show.

About American Security Resources Corporation

American Security Resources Corp. is a holding company actively seeking to acquire profitable, well-managed companies that provide products or services for homeland security and national defense. The company has identified several potential targets and is currently negotiating acquisitions with five different companies that fit the profile. Combined, the target companies have the potential of generating in excess of $30 million in revenues for 2005. For more information, please visit our website at: www. americansecurityresources. com.

About Corporate Strategies, Inc.

Corporate Strategies, Inc. (www. corporate-strategies. net) is a Merchant Bank in the traditional European sense of the word. As the term has evolved from the 18th Century to today, Merchant Banking describes an enterprise that not only finances a companyÂs product or service, but also assists in developing a comprehensive business strategy. Corporate Strategies is comprised of seasoned executives with extensive experience in merchant banking, including business development and strategy, public and private company corporate finance, capital markets research, human resources, due diligence and transaction negotiation and execution.

Corporate Strategies with Tim Connolly

ÂCorporate Strategies with Tim Connolly" is live talk radioÂwith the Titans of Business who move financial markets! The show is hosted by Tim Connolly, CEO of Merchant Banker Corporate Strategies, Inc. The Executive Producer of the show is broadcast news veteran Jan Carson, an award winning journalist with more than 20 years experience as a top-rated television news anchor and reporter for NBC, ABC and CBS network affiliates. ÂCorporate Strategies with Tim ConnollyÂ features financial experts from across the nation providing the latest intelligence on equities, income investments, and a variety of risk, equity and option strategies

Safe Harbor Statement

This news release contains certain Âforward looking statementsÂ within the meaning of Section 27a of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21e of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Although the Company believes the expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements are reasonable, it can provide no assurance that results will meet or exceed such expectations.

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TokenWorks(R) Introduces IDWedge(TM) ID Scanner Solution to Automate Data Entry from Driver Licenses and Credit Cards : Fast, accurate ID Scanner populates existing PC-based applications using ID Wedge card scanner software

2011-08-08T23:45:00.000-07:00

TokenWorks(R) Introduces IDWedge(TM) ID Scanner Solution to Automate Data Entry from Driver Licenses and Credit Cards : Fast, accurate ID Scanner populates existing PC-based applications using ID Wedge card scanner software

TokenWorks' new IDWedge™ ID Scanner solution is the latest addition to the company's line of ID scanners and identity verification devices. The IDWedge combines a drivers license scanner and a credit card scanner and is the first product on the market, which with easy setup features, accurately scans the machine-readable data on driver licenses & credit cards and automatically fills forms on existing Windows-based applications.

WILMINGTON, Del. (PRWEB) June 12, 2008

IDWedge's compact card scanner reads the magnetic stripe or 2D barcode from any U. S. driver license*, military IDs, bank payment cards, most Canadian licenses, and automatically fills the appropriate form fields saving time and eliminating keystroke errors.

The scanner requires no software development, and works with existing PC applications. A simple configuration formula maps field data such as name, address, date of birth, and account number into a customer contact form combined with navigation keystrokes such as Enter, Up/Down arrow and Tab. Within minutes users can start saving time by directly scanning drivers license and credit cards into existing applications.

"Our IDWedge ID Scanner is already expediting data entry for hotel registrations, casino player cards, tradeshow lead capture, insurance kiosks and more," says Charles Cagliostro, President of TokenWorks. "Our clients appreciate the ease of use and benefit from cleaner customer data and their clients enjoy the expedited processing time. Clients love having a drivers license scanner combined with a credit card scanner."

TokenWorks' IDWedge solution uses the E-Seek Model 250 Bar Code / Magstripe scanner. According to Andy Anderson, E-Seek CEO, "IDWedge is an ideal application for our Model 250 scanner and we are pleased to play a part in the release of this powerful, easy to use application."

IDWedge populates standard forms in typically less than two seconds. At just $995.00 each, for the complete id scanner solution, it quickly pays for itself by eliminating keystroke errors and speeding data entry.

*Except for Georgia's whose license will work when updated to comply with the Federal Real ID act.

About TokenWorks®

Founded in 1998, TokenWorks provides magnetic stripe card, smart card and other token-based solutions to system integrators and end users. Portable and Desktop ID Scanner products with age verification, lead capture and access control applications offered by TokenWorks can be viewed at www. idscanner. com. For more information, call 1-800-574-5034, or visit: www. TokenWorks. com; you can also e-mail: info@tokenworks. com

About E-Seek

E-Seek, Inc. is a leading supplier of Two-Dimensional (2D) Barcode Readers specifically designed for reading Driver's Licenses and Government issued ID Cards. The E-Seek line of Barcode Readers provides for a reliable and affordable business solution for Age and ID Verification. With the ability to capture information from both Barcode and Magnetic Stripes, the E-Seek products coupled with application specific software provide reliable, innovative and low cost solutions for Age and ID Verification. For more information call 714-545-3316 or visit our website http://www. e-seek. com/ (http://www. e-seek. com/).

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The THRASS SING-A-LONG Family Reading Project - an Exceptional Project and an Exceptional Composer

2011-08-07T02:03:00.000-07:00

The THRASS SING-A-LONG Family Reading Project - an Exceptional Project and an Exceptional Composer

The THRASS SING-A-LONG Family Reading Project, due to be launched at the end of the month, already looks set to be an exceptional project with the potential to make a major impact on teaching children literacy skills, while at the same time helping to make singing, with all its associated benefits, part of their daily lives. And this comes as no surprise when one learns what an exceptional individual Janine Plunkett, who wrote the songs really is. Janine wrote all the songs with their memorable tunes and wonderful imaginative titles, while still undergoing treatment for cancer.

(PRWEB) January 23, 2008

Janine lives in South Africa with her husband and their two children. She has a Masters Degree in Music and was formerly Head of Music at Holy Rosary School in Johannesburg. Janine first met British Educational Psychologist and Executive Director of THRASS UK, Alan Davies, at a THRASS Professional Development Course in Johannesburg in May 2007, when she was recovering from surgery and chemotherapy for breast cancer. Holy Rosary School had been a THRASS school for several years but, as a specialist teacher, she had not been involved in the initial THRASS training. However, she wanted to understand the THRASS programme and see if there was any way she could incorporate THRASS into music lessons to further help the children at Holy Rosary.

Meeting Alan gave Janine the opportunity to discuss this with him and he suggested writing a 'Holy Rosary School Name Song', in which the children would use the letters of the alphabet to spell the name of their school, and also some other songs. So, inspired by Alan and the THRASS programme, she wrote the 'Holy Rosary School Name Song' and the very first phoneme song overnight. Later that month she wrote seven more phoneme songs which Alan loved and by the end of their meeting he had already formulated the first ideas for the resources for, what has recently been officially named, the THRASS SING-A-LONG Family Reading Project.

It is widely accepted that music, and in particular singing, can bring a wide range of benefits and Janine Plunkett is proof of this. "Having cancer can completely change your life and made me realise, amongst other things, that I would like to use music to teach more people. Being given such an amazing opportunity to not only compose and sing to a wider audience but also to help children and adults learn to read, made me realise that this was what I was meant to do and I began to find the most amazing energy, in spite of the many operations and sessions of chemo-therapy that I had undergone. It was as though writing these songs was filling me with energy and purpose and healing, with the result that I completed the songs far ahead of schedule."

From the beginning, Janine had wanted the THRASS SING-A-LONG resources to also be an education in music and it was for this reason that she decided to write the songs in different musical styles. The songs have really memorable tunes and provide a good introduction to a large number of different musical styles and dance rhythms from around the world such as African Round, blues, Charleston, Hawaiian, Irish Dance, jazz, ragtime, reggae, twist and waltz. And they all have wonderful imaginative titles such as "The moon fell out of the sky", "A great big gorilla" and "You don't get pandas in Africa".

THRASS UK has already earned a reputation for producing highly successful innovative resources for helping children to read and spell as part of its widely-acclaimed THRASS (Teaching Handwriting Reading And Spelling Skills) phonics programme, and the new THRASS SING-A-LONG Family Reading Project will use 44 songs that parents and others can sing with children to explain the 44 sounds and 120 main spelling choices of English. They will be available on an interactive book and an audio CD, which will be complemented by a 96-page hard-back book and a colouring book.

Janine Plunkett is currently working with 26 children aged nine to 13 on a musical production of the songs for the launch of the THRASS SING-A-LONG Family Reading Project on 31 January at Holy Rosary School, Edenvale, South Africa. The children, who come from 12 schools, are all enjoying the songs and movements so much that their parents are reporting that all they hear at home is the SING-A-LONG songs, and Janine has seen the children's confidence grow and their ability to work as a team improve tremendously over the last few weeks.

In South Africa, SING-A-LONG is sponsored by Pritt and the Absa bank, a member of the Barclays Group. The launch will be attended by VIPs and international delegates to the THRASS Absa TalkTogether Conference being hosted by the University of the Witwatersrand on 31 January and 1 February. Together with parents, teachers and children from schools in the area, they will have the chance to see the tremendous potential of the THRASS SING-A-LONG resources for helping children, and older learners too, develop their literacy skills.

Later this year Janine Plunkett will be attending further THRASS SING-A-LONG concerts in South Africa, the UK and the Caribbean. She will also be working with Alan Davies running THRASS MOVE-A-LONG WITH SING-A-LONG workshops in South Africa and other countries. Reactions to a pilot MOVE-A-LONG WITH SING-A-LONG Workshop held recently were extremely positive and a MOVE-A-LONG WITH SING-A-LONG DVD will be available later in the year.

The THRASS picture-based training website with easy access to a wide range of resources and support materials and extensive evidence of the widespread success of THRASS is at www. thrass. co. uk

To read about the THRASS SING-A-LONG resources in advance of the official launch, visit www. thrass. co. uk/list2008.htm (http://www. thrass. co. uk/list2008.htm)

For more information about the THRASS Absa TalkTogether Project, visit www. talktogether. co. za and www. thrass. co. uk/talktogether. htm (http://www. thrass. co. uk/talktogether. htm)

For details of THRASS Professional Development Courses in the UK, Europe, West and Southern Africa and elsewhere, visit www. thrass. co. uk/courses. htm (http://www. thrass. co. uk/courses. htm)

Issued by: THRASS UK News Media Centre www. thrass. co. uk/nm. htm (http://www. thrass. co. uk/nm. htm)

Mike Meade, Media Director, +44 1829 741413 Mob: 07970 151 738

Chris Griffiths, International Development, +30 266 203 1207

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A Little Tax Help from Chocolate. com

2011-08-06T07:05:00.000-07:00

A Little Tax Help from Chocolate. com

Don't let the IRS take a bite out of you: Bite Back at the IRS! Chocolate. com, the world's largest marketplace for chocolates and confections is offering tax relief with specialty chocolates for the tax season.

Boston, MA (PRWEB) March 3, 2009

Bite Back At The IRS 1040 Chocolate Bars: A Tax Season favorite. Milk chocolate bars engraved as a Form 1040, each packaged in an elegant gold box. Case of 20 4x6 inch 3 ounce bars. $5.00
Www. chocolate. com/products/deluxe-bite-back-at-the-irs-1040-chocolate-bar/ (http://www. chocolate. com/products/deluxe-bite-back-at-the-irs-1040-chocolate-bar/)

Financial Crunch: A banker's dozen: 11 seriously rich milk chocolate crunch coins with a signature "Tax Bite." Comes in an elegant green and gold embossed tin. $20 plus handling.
Www. chocolate. com/products/financial-crunch (http://www. chocolate. com/products/financial-crunch)

Stimulus Package: A diversified portfolio of chocolates. Included in this acquisition is one tin of Financial Crunch™ milk chocolate crunch, one chest of Short Change™ and one bar of Credit Sweet™. $50 plus handling.
Www. chocolate. com/products/stimulus-package/ (http://www. chocolate. com/products/stimulus-package/)

About Chocolate. com: Chocolate. com (www. chocolate. com) is the world's largest marketplace for chocolates and confections. Chocolate. com features 94 vendors from across the country and over 2,314 unique products, each chosen for quality of ingredients, freshness and presentation. New this year, Chocolate. com's own brand of fully customizable, premium photo chocolate pops, trading cards, business cards and medallions. Perfect for parties, events and promotions.

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New Deposit Bonus at Money Casino

2011-08-06T01:05:00.000-07:00

New Deposit Bonus at Money Casino

Money-Casino. com now gives bonus for using preferred payment methods.

(PRWEB) September 13, 2006

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Q2ebanking Partners with Largest Independent US Bill Pay Provider iPay

2011-08-05T21:22:00.000-07:00

Q2ebanking Partners with Largest Independent US Bill Pay Provider iPay

Q2 and iPay Technologies team up to provide highly configurable bill pay for community banks

Austin, TX (PRWEB) March 9, 2010

Q2ebanking, a progressive financial services technology company for community financial institutions, today announced a new alliance with iPay Technologies (www. ipaytechnologies. com), the nation’s leading provider of online bill payment solutions and service to more than 3,600 financial institutions.

Matt Flake, President of Q2, stated that, “Partnering with iPay provides our customers with best-of-breed options in bill pay. There has been mounting pressure being applied to Financial Institutions as their customers (both consumer and businesses) have been demanding more advanced bill pay functionality. Our community bank customers demand configurability, and we feel that iPay recognizes this and responds accordingly in their bill pay offering.”

“iPay’s bill pay solutions allow our clients to offer the features that meet the unique needs of their end users” said Bill Ready, president of iPay Technologies. “ We offer an easy to implement, turnkey online bill payment solution, and provide superior, personalized service. This combination is especially attractive to community financial institutions.”

The solutions iPay Technologies offers are the result of end-user and financial institution requests. iPay is an agile, rapid development company that can incorporate market demands and expedite availability. iPay Technologies is the only bill pay provider that offers this level of configurability to bridge customer needs with budget availability.

“Q2’s customers value the “on-demand” feature access we offer, enabling them to configure products and services to meet the unique requirements of both retail and commercial banking customers. The ability to also configure bill pay with iPay Technologies solutions will further contribute to tailoring products to specific banking needs,” said Matt Flake.

About Q2ebanking
Q2 is a privately-owned and customer-owned technology company enabling financial institutions with electronic banking software and services. Focused on driving innovative technology and delivering unmatched customer service, the Q2 solution operates on a Microsoft. Net®-based platform that offers flexible deployment options for online, voice, and mobile banking applications. www. Q2ebanking. com.

About iPay Technologies
IPay Technologies provides online bill payment solutions and unmatched service to more banks and credit unions than any other bill payment provider. That includes more than half of the nation’s credit unions and nearly 40 percent of the nation’s community banks that use bill payment software. iPay’s turnkey online bill payment solutions help financial institutions to attract, retain and grow their most profitable customers. iPay was ranked a top performer among bill pay processors by Aite Group in their 2009 industry impact report. Co-founder Dana Bowers is a regional 2009 Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year. Additional information is available at www. ipaytechnologies. com.

For information on iPay Technologies contact:
Clarus Communications

Mara Conklin, 847-816-9411

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TFP and F1RSTMARK Reinforce Their Partnership

2011-08-03T17:21:00.000-07:00

TFP and F1RSTMARK Reinforce Their Partnership

Co-Marketing of Available Lists is a Value-Add to the Industry

Skokie, IL (PRWEB) November 24, 2004 -

TFP (formerly Thomson Financial Publishing), the leader in financial institution data for over 160 years, and F1RSTMARK, Inc., a top list and database management company, today announced a joint effort to reinforce their partnership by mutually expanding and promoting their business-to-business marketing solutions.

F1RSTMARK, whose client base largely consists of professional list brokers and marketing agencies serving diverse industries, will incorporate all of TFPÂs titles, which represent more than 300,000 financial executives across over 100 functional areas, into its direct mail and telemarketing list offerings. TFPÂs marketing database product, which, in addition to key contact names also offers extensive demographics and financial coverage for financial institutions globally, will continue to be directly and exclusively available through TFP.

Additionally, TFP will maintain its focus on providing marketing solutions directly to sales and marketing professionals in financial institutions and their industry suppliers. Offerings will now include TFPÂs proprietary marketing data as well as new products drawn from F1RSTMARKÂs wide variety of managed lists and databases.

ÂWhen we included an additional 40 functions to our marketing database, we felt it necessary to reevaluate our target audience and distribution channels,Â said Frederique Therond, product manager, marketing services for TFP. ÂWe felt confident that as TFPÂs partner since 1998, F1RSTMARKÂs successful lead management services would expose our enhanced data to marketers in industries we would typically not reach.Â

ÂTFPÂs information is a powerful tool for marketers building intelligence on and marketing to the banking industry,Â said Karin Pomerantz, director of new business for F1RSTMARK. ÂBy promoting their data along with information from the additional leading sources we represent, TFP gains the ability to serve those whose needs may cross into other market segments such as the securities, insurance and/or healthcare industries. Our partnership ensures TFPÂs clients are delivered all the information they need from a single source and in a single format.Â

About TFP and Thomson Media

TFP (www. TFP. com) is a leading provider of data and software solutions for financial and corporate institutions worldwide. TFPÂs product lines include Payment Efficiency, Risk Reduction, Marketing Services, Reference Tools for BankingÂ and Specialized Outsourcing. TFPÂs solutions assist in accurately originating payments to realize higher payment STP rates; facilitating the repair of rejected transactions; ensuring compliance with global anti-money laundering and anti-terrorism requirements and guidelines, including the USA PATRIOT Act, Bank Secrecy Act, Wolfsberg Principles, regulatory agencies such as the U. S. TreasuryÂs OFAC and policy-making bodies such as the Financial Action Task Force. TFP maintains the most authoritative and comprehensive databases of financial institutions globally and has been the official routing number registrar for the American Bankers Association since 1911. TFP is a division of Thomson Media (www. thomsonmedia. com), a leading provider of information, data and software tools for professionals in the financial services and related technologies markets.

About F1RSTMARK

F1RSTMARK (www. firstmark. com), one of the top 75 high tech companies in New Hampshire established its place in the direct marketing industry by promoting and marketing a wide variety of databases and business-to-business mailing and telemarketing lists to a global client base of professional list brokers, international consulates, publishers, manufacturers, distributors, and sales and marketing professionals across industries. F1RSTMARK houses and maintains over 250 different lists across industries including but not limited to healthcare, high-tech, pharmaceutical, finance, education, and religion. With a 17 year history, F1RSTMARK is well entrenched in the direct marketing industry. Their core competency is supplying a variety of different business types with company contact information often used to increase sales via promotion and marketing of new products, conduct market research, surveys, or competitive analysis, and locate potential high-level executives.

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NADCO Praises Senate on their Speedy Confirmation of Karen Gordon Mills as New SBA Administrator

2011-08-03T08:53:00.000-07:00

NADCO Praises Senate on their Speedy Confirmation of Karen Gordon Mills as New SBA Administrator

NADCO, the professional trade association of the nation's SBA 504 Certified Development Companies (CDCs), welcomed the news today that Karen Gordon Mills has been confirmed as the new SBA Administrator. NADCO President and CEO, Chris Crawford, congratulated Administrator Mills and immediately invited her to speak at the association's up-coming annual meeting in San Diego.

Mc Lean, VA (Vocus) April 6, 2009

Mr. Crawford, stated the SBA 504 industry is very pleased with the appointment of Administrator Mills to head the SBA. He pointed out that Administrator Mills has been involved with the Small Business Administration's (SBA's) agenda since joining President Obama's transition team last fall to oversee the agency. "Ms. Mills has been working on agency lending issues with NADCO since her participation in the Obama Transition Team, and her depth of experience in the financial programs has been evident from the beginning. We believe that she has the vision to bring the SBA’s loan programs back to the forefront of small business lending and can be responsive to the changing needs of small business during this recession."

Crawford said that NADCO (http://www. nadco. org) is looking forward to working together with Administrator Mills and the SBA (http://www. sba. gov) to deliver whatever financial services are made available in the coming months through the new stimulus legislation. At a recent Government Relations Summit in Washington of NADCO member Certified Development Companies (http://www. nadco. org/i4a/pages/index. cfm? pageid=3361), it became apparent that many CDCs were being contacted by small business borrowers who urgently needed financial assistance to remain solvent. Crawford went on to say "We recognize that SBA will be making available additional capital to our 504 borrowers to assist them and their businesses.

During her confirmation hearing on April 1, Mills agreed with Senator Olympia Snowe (R-ME), Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship, that it is vital to implement the new Business Stabilization Loan Program that was included in the Stimulus legislation as quickly as possible. She also indicated that her vision for the agency included building up it's core loan programs - the
SBA 504 loan program (http://www. nadco. org/i4a/pages/index. cfm? pageid=3362) and the 7(a) program. She also cited the need to continue to utilize technology to improve business processes at the Agency for the benefit of borrowers and lending partners.

Crawford commented that the SBA is uniquely situated to provide assistance to America's small businesses since the Agency has a very effective network of offices across the country as well as having their lending partners the Certified Development Companies and banks that can reach out to small business owners across the country. "The CDC industry stands ready and able to assist small business owners with commercial real estate financing as interest rates continue to decline and more and more commercial real estate continues to come on the market. We have been providing SBA 504 loans for over twenty years, providing over $112 billion in financing to America's small business entrepreneurs and look forward to doing so for many years to come."

About the National Association of Development Companies (http://www. nadco. org) (NADCO)

Created in 1981, the National Association of Development Companies is the trade association for America’s Certified Development Companies (CDCs). Certified by the U. S. Small Business Administration, CDCs are community-based economic development organizations that serve their local communities and states, and are dedicated to the promotion of small business expansion and job creation through SBA’s 504 Loan Program. In addition to the 504 program, many CDCs also provide small businesses with access to other Federal, state and local economic development loan programs.

Based in the suburbs of Washington, D. C., NADCO provides legislative and regulatory support for the 504 Loan Program on behalf of CDCs, the program’s lending partners (including first mortgage lenders, attorneys and others allied to the industry), and 504 small business borrowers. For more information, please call (703) 748-2575 or visit http://www. nadco. org (http://www. nadco. org).

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WorkForce Software Highlights Cost Saving Labor Trends for Educational Institutions at the American Association of School Administrators' 2009 National Conference

2011-08-03T08:09:00.000-07:00

WorkForce Software Highlights Cost Saving Labor Trends for Educational Institutions at the American Association of School Administrators' 2009 National Conference

WorkForce Software’s EmpCenter® for K-12 School Districts Solution Helps Public School Systems Reduce Labor Costs

Livonia, MI (Vocus) February 17, 2009

WorkForce Software, Inc., a leader in workforce management solutions, will highlight best practice trends in workforce management at the American Association of School Administrators’ (AASA) 2009 National Conference on Education Marketplace, February 20 – 21, 2009, at the Moscone Convention Center in San Francisco.

The conference is an opportunity for attendees to learn new approaches and solutions that help streamline their districts’ workforce management needs on a daily basis. During the conference, WorkForce Software consultants will be available to demonstrate how its EmpCenter for K-12 School Districts solution automates complex pay rules to increase labor productivity and efficiency, while decreasing costs using industry best practices. Attendees can look forward to learning about the following cost saving trends in education:

1. Software-as-a-Service – No software to install or maintain, just an easy to access web service
2. One solution for the whole district - single solution for exempt and non-exempt employees
3. Employee self-service empowers employees, saves time, and cuts costs
4. Automated compliance regulations, multiple assignments, and other complex HR issues and pay policies
5. Convergence of HR, payroll, and operational functions into time and attendance software

Designed to meet the unique needs of K-12 school districts, WorkForce Software's EmpCenter solution automates processes specific to the education industry, including employees working multiple assignments and billing labor costs to grants. EmpCenter helps these organizations better manage grant allocation and maintain an audit trail of all funds used.

In addition, the EmpCenter Multiple Assignments module supports employees who hold more than one position at the organization. EmpCenter tracks work hours, time-off, business rules, pay rates, and approvals for each position held by a single employee and then generates a single check from the payroll department. This level of accuracy ensures compliance with the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and other state and federal requirements every pay period.

"This is a great opportunity for us to demonstrate to public school districts how we can lower their labor costs in this economic environment," said Kevin Choksi, president and CEO of WorkForce Software. "We worked directly with our K-12 customers to develop a solution specifically for school districts. It’s important for us to meet the current and future needs of our customers. We look forward to speaking with attendees on how our solution can benefit their school district."

Stop by WorkForce Software booth #241 to see how EmpCenter can make your job easier.

About WorkForce Software
WorkForce Software, Inc. is a leader in workforce management systems for mid-sized and large employers. Its EmpCenter system automates and streamlines interactions between the employer and its workforce. Interactions include time entry, time-off requests, request for personal information, and schedule preferences. By automating these interactions, organizations can better manage payroll and processing costs, help ensure compliance with state and federal regulations, and increase the productivity and satisfaction of their employees. The EmpCenter suite is composed of numerous applications, including Time and Attendance, Activity Based Costing, Multiple Assignments, Accruals and Absence Manager, FMLA Manager, Advanced Scheduling, and Fatigue Management. WorkForce Software’s diverse customer base includes large employers such as the University of California, the City of Raleigh, Vivendi Universal Games, and Compass Bank. For more information, visit www. workforcesoftware. com.

Media Contact:
Melissa Diemert, Director of Marketing
WorkForce Software, Inc.
(734) 742-3594

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Broadband Users Â Stop Hacker Attacks with Firewall Software

2011-08-02T09:49:00.000-07:00

Broadband Users Â Stop Hacker Attacks with Firewall Software

The popularity of broadband access increases the need for sophisticated firewall software. Read our short report to see how firewall software can protect your computer.

(PRWEB) May 29, 2005

Broadband access is also known as high-speed internet access. The popularity of broadband access is increasing these days. It is because broadband access is much faster than a dial-up connection. There is no need of dialing. Consumers can use the phone line while they are connected to the internet. The downside is broadband access is more susceptible to hacker attacks. Therefore, a good firewall program is a must for broadband users.

Broadband users are more susceptible to hacker attacks because their internet connection is always on. This is true even when they do not open the e-mail program and web browser. Broadband connection usually has a static IP address with unprotected or ÂopenÂ ports. Hackers or crackers can locate these unprotected computers easily using routine port scans.

Once they gain access to the computer, hackers can do different things. They can install an application in the computer, hijack the data files, steal confidential banking and identity data, or use the computer to hack another computer.

Although many computer users have antivirus and antispyware software installed, these programs cannot block hacker attacks.

A personal firewall is what broadband users need to protect their PCs from hackers. It does the job in different ways. A firewall program masks the IP address, making the computer invisible on the internet. PC users can use program controls to allow or deny internet access to programs. Sophisticated firewall software also have ID lock feature, which prevents personal information from leaving the computer without permission. Personal firewall can also block pop-up ads and cookies and provide other features for overall protection.

For more information about personal firewall, please visit the following web site:

Http://software.4reviews. net/firewall. htm (http://software.4reviews. net/firewall. htm)

Software.4reviews. net is an online review site, which promotes award-winning software.

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Buy to let mortgage for Ltd companies

2011-08-02T09:24:00.000-07:00

Buy to let mortgage for Ltd companies

New buy to let mortgage allows individuals to cut tax on property income

(PRWEB) September 4, 2003

Irish Permanent has introduced a new mortgage especially for borrowers who want to channel their property income through a limited company to save tax.

The Limited Company Mortgage allows a property investor to borrow up to 85% LTV via a limited company. The product is a flexible tracker at Bank Base Rate +1.24% that is currently offered at 4.74% with no redemption penalties. There is an uncapped 0.5% procuration fee on the product.

Irish Permanent does not require individuals to set up a separate limited company dedicated solely to property investment to take advantage of the product. It allows applicants to use companies that already exist and may be being used for other purposes.

The lender, which has its UK offices in Hammersmith, London, says that the new launch is intended as a stimulus to increase the number of borrowers currently using Ltd companies. Having a Ltd company allows property income to be subject to Corporation Tax rather than Income Tax, which is generally significantly higher.

Mike Healy, Irish Permanent Senior Manager, said: ÂWe hope that this product will make it more of an attractive proposition to channel property investment through a limited company. It is amazing really, landlords are eager to remortgage to save themselves a half a percent, but they miss out on the huge savings they could benefit from by going down the limited route.Â

Irish Permanent advises all mortgage applicants to seek the advice of a tax adviser or accountant before borrowing through a limited company.

Release date: September 3, 2003

Press Contacts

Mike Healy, Irish Permanent, tel:020 8748 0258

Cormorant PR, tel: 01883 371753

Notes for Editors

The key advantage for borrowers is that rather than having to pay income tax, they can often cap their tax liability at the 19% Corporation Tax rate. This can prove to be of considerable benefit with a growing portfolio of properties. The savings can run into tens of thousands of pounds if the investor is used to paying Income Tax at the 40% higher rate. Such tax savings can be reinvested by the company to fund the purchase of more properties going forward.

Multi Capital Group Arranges $32 Million Dollar Condo Conversion Loan

2011-08-01T17:57:00.000-07:00

Multi Capital Group Arranges $32 Million Dollar Condo Conversion Loan

Multi Capital GroupÂs Eli Verschleiser announced today that Multi Capital executives arranged and closed an 18-month loan facility for $32 million in connection with their client's purchase of 137-141 Duane St., a. k.a. 92 Thomas St., in the TriBeCa neighborhood of New York City.

New York, NY (PRWEB) May 26, 2005

Multi Capital GroupÂs Eli Verschleiser announced today that Multi Capital executives arranged and closed an 18 month loan facility for $32 million in connection with their client's purchase of 137-141 Duane St., a. k.a. 92 Thomas St. in the TriBeCa neighborhood of New York City.

Multi Capital was able to move with incredible speed, getting the lender to close the transaction within three weeks of bringing the lender to the deal.

The property located in the most desirable neighborhoods of NYC is currently a six-story building occupied on the lower level by Megu, a Japanese cuisine restaurant. The borrower intends to immediately convert the building from a luxury rental building to condominiums. The project's total square footage is approximately 74,000 square feet.

ÂFor the most part, everythingÂs converted, and developers are moving east to old office buildings around City Hall Park and into the North-West corridor, west of Hudson street, where some vacant space still lingers un-marketed,Â says Fred, a real estate investment banker at Multi Capital Group.

Multi CapitalsÂ client for this transaction has been a leading multi-family / office building owner and operator for over 30 years. The developer has a proven track record of successfully developing and repositioning properties in all of the Tri-State markets. The client has extensive experience with all aspects of multi-family real estate including: land assemblage and planning, construction rehabilitation and residential condominium conversions. The developer owns and/or manages more than 5,000,000 SF of real estate in the New York Tri-State region.

Vincent Nicoletta, Esq. from Greenberg Nicoletta & Stein LLP represented the developer and James Hausman, Esq. from Meister Seelig & Fein LLP represented the lender in the transaction.

Multi Capital Group (www. Multi-Capital. com) is a national Real Estate Investment Banking firm prominent in debt and equity placement, and commercial and residential loan sales. Its clients include some of the most active developers and institutions both nationally and in the New York metropolitan area.

Contact:

Eli Verschleiser

212-742-9300

Eli. v@multigroups. com

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Former Coldwell Banker Multi-Million Dollar Realtor, Michelle Driver, Starts SoftwarePak. Biz

2011-07-31T18:39:00.000-07:00

Former Coldwell Banker Multi-Million Dollar Realtor, Michelle Driver, Starts SoftwarePak. Biz

Michelle Driver, former Coldwell Banker Multi-Million Dollar Realtor, from Alabama, is busily engaged in the business of helping others start their own home business on the internet and is drawing a following of people who want to do business with her. The reason, startup cost is free and appeals to a great many people who do not have the capital, or expertise to start a home business. Mothers of small children find the Softwarepak Biz attractive because it allows them to work from home, while being with the children.

Huntsville, AL (PRWEB) February 23, 2006

Michelle Driver, former Realtor, from Alabama is on the move and drawing a following of people who want to do business with her. Michelle is promoting her Softwarepak Biz Home Business Opportunity and many are joining weekly.

The startup cost is free and appeals to a great many people who do not have the capital, or expertise to start a home business. It especially appeals to mothers of small children because it allows them to work from home, while being with the children. Michelle says that she has found that by helpings others to be successful in their own home business is how she can control her income.

Michelle was a former Coldwell Banker Multi-Million Dollar Realtor Producer well-respected within her field, winning numerous awards as a multi-million dollar producer, but found working from home, and taking care of her family were her most important goals.

Home based Business Opportunity was the Answer – Softwarepak. Biz.

After several years spent researching different moneymaking opportunities, home based businesses on the internet, succeeding in few, and failing miserably in a few others along the way, Michelle started Softwarepak. Biz. This developed within Michelle such a keen desire for helping others that it was not uncommon for Michelle to waive commissions whenever it would help a family in need. Today Michelle carries this desire to help others with her into internet marketing where she is busily engaged in helping others start their own profitable home based business.

The home business opportunity that Softwarepak. Biz promotes has been around for over 5 years now as a business opportunity, formerly introduced by Michelle in Home Business2Profit HomeBusinessPaychecks, two other web sites that Michelle had started. Over the past several months the Softwarepak. Biz business for Michelle has really exploded, and its growth phenomenal. Michelle now handles many dozens of emails each day and spends several hours a week helping those who are seriously interested in changing their lives by achieving financial success in their own home business.

SoftwarePak Biz – Make Huge Income

Michelle saw the potential for making money in this trillion-dollar industry business. With the new home business opportunity, Michelle had the freedom to run her business the way she chose, setting her own hours, so she called the business “ SoftwarePak Biz.” If Michelle earns $1,400 to $5,000 weekly, which is not hard to do if you if you are helping enough other people succeed in their own home business, what other business do you know of that can do that and still leave time to spend with your family?

Michelle's goals are to keep helping others succeed in their own home business and spend more time traveling the world with her husband, children, and laptop computer. "I can show people how to succeed in their own home business opportunity, and by helping them succeed, I am helping myself succeed." Michelle has been experiencing a tremendous amount of success doing this business and she will no doubt continue to be one of the highest paid entrepreneurs in internet marketing.

Would You Like To Have a Money Making Home Business…? Be Your Own Boss?

Michelle said, “I teach people to think this way: Ask yourself how many people will I have to help succeed in their own home business, not how much money do I have to come up with."

Why I Work From Home with an 85 Second Commute

On a typical day, Michelle Driver makes the 85 second commute from her bedroom to her office. "Sometimes I work until 3 am, because I spend a lot of time on the Internet and my house is really quiet at that time... Michelle has found a new calling and passion that she loves and has fun all day long with a business she says she can do just about anywhere, even while on vacation.

Get More Information Immediately

Visit Michelle's informative and exciting web site immediately for more information about how you can make money in your own home business.

Http://www. Softwarepak. Biz (http://www. Softwarepak. Biz)

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The National Phlebotomy Association and JobTarget Launch Online Career Center

2011-07-31T12:15:00.000-07:00

The National Phlebotomy Association and JobTarget Launch Online Career Center

The National Phlebotomy Association signed an agreement with JobTarget to implement a new online career center. JobTarget's state of the art software will now power NPA's online job board. JobTarget provides NPA and their members with a number of unique, advanced, job board features that have been customize-designed for NPA's membership.

NIANTIC, CT (PRWEB) August 5, 2004

JobTarget, an Internet-based job board management company, has announced an exclusive agreement to power the online job board for the National Phlebotomy Association. The job board was launched June 23, 2004 and can be found on NPA's website at http://www. nationalphlebotomy. org (http://www. nationalphlebotomy. org).

The National Phlebotomy Association implemented the job board on their website to help job seekers in the phlebotomy community find new employment opportunities. The new job board allows members of the association, and site users, a place to post their resumes for free. Along with a resume bank, the site offers listings of career opportunities in phlebotomy and healthcare related fields. This job bank is available for all job seekers to search.

The service offers NPA a number of advanced features. These include a Job Alert system that notifies job seekers by email of new job opportunities that match their search criteria and an anonymous resume feature that enables job seekers to list their experience and qualifications in a protected environment. By giving both active and passive job seekers the ability to anonymously post their resumes, the JobTarget service allows job seekers to stay connected to the employment market while maintaining full control of their confidential information.

About the National Phlebotomy Association

In 1978, the National Phlebotomy Association established an industry for the healthcare community and has been the only organization concerned with all aspects of educating and certifying the nation's phlebotomists. NPA has certified over 15,000 phlebotomists in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, Barbados, Canada, and Switzerland with 75 accredited teaching programs in universities, colleges, health care training institutes, and hospitals nationwide. To learn more about the National Phlebotomy Association and how to become a member visit their website at http://www. nationalphlebotomy. org (http://www. nationalphlebotomy. org).

About JobTarget

JobTarget is an industry leader in job board development and management. The company independently manages over 180 online job boards for societies, associations, newspapers, publishers, and online entrepreneurs. JobTargetÂs clients include the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP), the Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME), the Institute of Industrial Engineers (IIE), MarketingJobs. com, and the Minneapolis CityPages. JobTarget custom designs its job boards to fit into the clientÂs website and makes each board specific to the clientÂs users.

For more information about JobTarget, please visit http://www. jobtarget. com (http://www. jobtarget. com) or contact JobTarget at 1-888-575-WORK (9675).

JobTarget

22 Masonic Street

Suite 302

New London, CT 06320

1.888.575.WORK

Http://www. jobtarget. com/ (http://www. jobtarget. com/)

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New Zealand Lifestyle Information Packs Upgraded and Available Now

2011-07-30T09:31:00.000-07:00

New Zealand Lifestyle Information Packs Upgraded and Available Now

American-owned NuKiwi. com has upgraded their popular New Zealand lifestyle information packs designed to introduce clients around the world to the possibilities and realities of living, working, investing or retiring in New Zealand. NuKiwi is now including its latest investigative report along with additional and updated resources at no additional charge.

(PRWEB) May 7, 2002

AUCKLAND, New Zealand, May 7, 2002 - American-owned NuKiwi. com has upgraded their popular New Zealand lifestyle information packs which are designed to introduce clients around the world to the possibilities and realities of living, working, investing or retiring in New Zealand. NuKiwi is now including its latest investigative report along with additional and updated resources at no additional charge.

New Zealand is a technology-savvy western country with a reputation for stunning scenery, bargain real estate, and a ranking as one of the safest destinations in the world. Auckland-based NuKiwi. com, offers pre-packaged guides, videos, supplies, and personal consulting time along with optional action plans, reports, and support services for individuals or companies seeking to establish themselves in New Zealand on a permanent or part-time basis.

According to Joey James, co-founder of NuKiwi, "It's only fitting that we provide these new resources at no additional charge. We're like a friend in a distant city, available to assist and guide people through the maze of new social, cultural, economic, academic, regulatory and commercial alternatives they'll face in New Zealand. We've spent thousands of hours compiling information and first-hand experience on virtually every aspect of living, working and doing business in New Zealand. As migrants ourselves, we don't just talk the talk; we walk the walk. We live, work and play in this beautiful, safe, and largely idyllic country."

Three different New Zealand Lifestyle Packs (tm) are available starting at US$299. Along with the new report and resources, each pack comes complete with a given amount of personal consultation time along with an impressive array of books, guides, CD's, videos, maps, reference materials, supplies, forms and applications for taking advantage of a broad range of key support services.

James adds, "For those who would like to get a taste of how we do things, but who aren't quite ready to jump into the full pack of resources yet, we also offer a free monthly newsletter called the New Zealand Insider (tm). It's the newsletter for anyone considering investing in, living in, or moving to New Zealand. Unlike flowery websites and publications that gush about the seemingly never-ending virtues of New Zealand, the New Zealand Insider tells it like it really is -- the good, the bad, and the important things in-between."

Subscriptions to the New Zealand Insider newsletter are available for free on the NuKiwi website at: http://www. nukiwi. com/nukiwisignup. htm (http://www. nukiwi. com/nukiwisignup. htm). A special guide entitled "The New Zealand Immigration & Relocation Report (tm) is also available at: http://www. nukiwi. com/299t7mFw. htm (http://www. nukiwi. com/299t7mFw. htm)

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David Pietig of Arlington Machinery Earns Accredited Equipment Appraiser (AEA) Certification

2011-07-28T04:47:00.000-07:00

David Pietig of Arlington Machinery Earns Accredited Equipment Appraiser (AEA) Certification

David Pietig obtains AEA designation from the Association of Machinery and Equipment Appraisers (AMEA). This certification deems Pietig as an authority in providing professional appraisal reports on plastics machinery and equipment.

Elk Grove Village, IL (Vocus) October 29, 2010

David R. Pietig of Arlington Plastics Machinery earns Accredited Equipment Appraiser (AEA) certification from the Association of Machinery and Equipment Appraisers (AMEA).

David Pietig, Operations Manager of Arlington Plastics Machinery, Inc., has earned the AEA designation by completing all of the necessary coursework, testing and market-based experience requirements as set forth by the AMEA. Those possessing the AEA designation are recognized in the used machinery and equipment industry, as well as by banks and lending institutions, as the authority in providing professional, reliable and accurate appraisal reports on machinery and equipment.

In order to earn the Accredited Equipment Appraiser designation, Mr. Pietig had to possess a minimum of three years experience in buying, selling and/or appraising used machinery and equipment in the marketplace, pass the AMEA exam on technical and ethical issues and submit and pass a review of unidentifiable appraisal that complies with the AMEA Standards and Procedures of Professional Appraisal Practice.

Pietig has 15 years of industrial equipment experience, specializing in the purchase, sale, liquidation and valuation of plants, machinery and related industrial assets. He has extensive experience relative to production blow molding, blown film, extrusion, injection molding and thermoforming machinery, in addition to the full range of ancillary and support equipment common to the plastics processing industry.

Pietig is regularly called upon by numerous parties to render opinions and judgments concerning equipment values, marketability, condition, useful life and other pertinent valuation elements. Further, he has participated in liquidations of various industrial facilities in a range of locations in North America. His equipment activities have taken him across the United States in addition to Canada, Mexico and the United Kingdom.

Arlington Plastics Machinery is a member of The Machinery Dealers National Association (MDNA) and the Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE). Pietig has produced several seminars on the proper identification and qualification of plastics processing machinery for equipment dealers, equipment appraisers, and trade organizations.

Retention of the AEA certification includes the completion of 70 hours of continuing education every five years, successful appraisal review every two years, complying with all Standards and Procedures of Professional Appraisal Practice and current and testing as specified by USPAP renewal policies.
“The AMEA was founded on the belief that direct involvement in the marketplace is the key to formulating accurate valuations. Therefore, AMEA accredited members are involved on a daily basis in the buying, selling and appraising of machinery and equipment,” said R. F. Mulqueen, CEA, AMEA President. “Mr. Pietig has been added to the rolls of Accredited Equipment Appraisers based on his market-based experience and knowledge, and his commitment to maintaining the highest standards in the appraisal industry.”

For additional information about David Pietig’s AMEA certification, contact David Pietig or visit http://www. arlingtonmachinery. com.

For more information on the AMEA, contact AMEA Director of Member Services, Pamela J. Reid at 703-836-7900.

About the Association of Machinery and Equipment Appraisers:
The Association of Machinery and Equipment Appraisers (AMEA) is the premier international association of appraisers who specialize in used machinery and equipment. The AMEA’s mission is to certify and accredit the most qualified capital equipment appraisers in the appraisal industry through promotion of standards and professional practice, ethical conduct and market-based experience.

About Arlington Plastics Machinery, Inc.:
Arlington Plastics Machinery has been serving the plastics, packaging and chemical industries since 1987. Arlington has clients from all over the world, primarily serving North and South America. Arlington Plastics Machinery is conveniently located just minutes from Chicago's O'Hare International Airport. Arlington Plastics Machinery buys, sells and repairs plastic processing machinery and equipment for a single source solution to the industry.

Contact:
David Pietig, Operations Manager
Arlington Plastics Machinery, Inc.
847-956-7300
Http://www. arlingtonmachinery. com

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Affiliate Program For International Merchant Account Services

2011-07-26T14:48:00.000-07:00

Affiliate Program For International Merchant Account Services

Newark, CA, Thursday, May 16, 2002 Â US Merchant Systems Inc., one of the leading providers of domestic and international Merchant Account Products announces the launch of their Affiliate Program for International Merchant Account Services.

(PRWEB) May 18, 2002

Since itÂs birth in 1992, US Merchant Systems Inc. has grown into one of the leading providers of all Merchant payment systems and related products in the US. In 2000, US Merchant Systems Inc. expanded itÂs client base by entering the international arena. According to Larry Cohn, Co-founder, COO and Director of International Operations for US Merchant Systems Inc., most of the past 18 months where spent on implementing the most sophisticated multi-currency transaction product for Non-US based Merchants available in the market today. The product allows Merchants to transact sales in over 120 currencies and reach a truly global audience.

US Merchant Systems Inc. is now launching a complete and profitable Affiliate Program for this product to Companies as well as Individuals anywhere in the world. Bank Card Agents, ISPs, Web Designers and E-commerce consultants from over a dozen different countries have already shown their interest in making US Merchant SystemÂs products and services available to existing and new customers and clients.

Jay Runzi, International Affiliate Manager, this 1-tier affiliate opportunity comes in three basic flavors to choose from depending on the level of revenue and involvement desired by the Affiliate. Payout ranges from US $ 50.00 to $ 200.00+ per activated account and can also include residual revenue based on the merchantÂs transaction volume. ÂThrough our online Tracking site, Affiliates can track their referrals in real time at their convenienceÂ, adds Jay Runzi.

Marketing, Training and Sales materials are provided by US Merchant Systems based on the AffiliateÂs level of participation.

To find out more about becoming part of US Merchant SystemÂs global group of Affiliates and the available options please visit www. usms. com/international (http://www. usms. com/international) or e-mail Jay Runzi at JayR@usms. com

Free Foreclosure List Sources Revealed

2011-07-26T12:15:00.000-07:00

Free Foreclosure List Sources Revealed

The REO Detective software will instantly guide anyone with an Internet connection... through the maze of over 800 million web pagesÂ to the hard - to-find and in some cases, secret institutional foreclosure databases.

(PRWEB) August 12, 2002

Delmar, Delaware -- August 14, 2002 -- REO Detective, announces the launch of their new web site, http://www. reo-detective. com (http://www. reo-detective. com). This web site offers a unique concept in real estate software. The REO Detective will instantly guide anyone with an Internet connectionÂ through the maze of over 800 million web pagesÂ to the hard-to-find, and in some cases, secret institutional databasesÂ that list for free, thousands of bank R. E.O's and government foreclosures at rock bottom prices for all 50 states.

Save thousands of dollars off current market values on single family homes, mobile homes, farmland, beachfront properties, apartments, condos, abandoned farms and distressed properties.

Homes as low as $1500.00 and wooded lots listing for as little as $800.00. Offer also includes free bonus software and e-books. (Mortgage and payment amortization calculators and more.) All orders are filled the same day and come with a 30 day money back guarantee with unlimited tech support, plus free updates for the life of the user. For more information, visit their web site at http://www. reo-detective. com (http://www. reo-detective. com) or contact them by email at sales@reo-detective. com

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Mudbug Media, First Bank and Trust Unveil New Public Site

2011-07-24T14:38:00.000-07:00

Mudbug Media, First Bank and Trust Unveil New Public Site

First Bank and Trust introduce their new website, developed by local web firm Mudbug Media.

New Orleans, LA (PRWEB) October 17, 2008

After months of collaborative effort and hard work, Mudbug Media, a New Orleans-based web development firm, and First Bank and Trust, the official bank of the New Orleans Saints, are pleased to announce the launch of the new and improved fbtonline. com.

First Bank and Trust's redesigned website debuts a streamlined navigation, improved site map, clean layout, and updated customer conveniences, such as a Google-embedded ATM locator map and site-wide search.

"Ease of use was a key focus in this site's development, and as important as modernizing the look-and-feel," says President Scott Zeitzer of Mudbug Media. "We're confident that visitors will now be able to browse the many great services that First Bank and Trust offers in a smoother and more elegant fashion."

To find out more about Mudbug Media, please visit http://mudbugmedia. com (http://mudbugmedia. com) or call 504-581-4636. Details about First Bank and Trust can be accessed through http://fbtonline. com (http://fbtonline. com).

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Americas Watchdog Offers Plaintiffs Law Firms and Trial Attorneys Critical Consulting Services for Fast Track Case Development and Success

2011-07-24T14:33:00.000-07:00

Americas Watchdog Offers Plaintiffs Law Firms and Trial Attorneys Critical Consulting Services for Fast Track Case Development and Success

Americas Watchdog is now offering its array of services to trial attorneys or plaintiffs law firms that want to advance existing cases to a more successful outcome. Americas Watchdog wants to put its innovative talents to work, as a an affordable way to help plaintiffs law firms or trial attorneys develop their cases towards a successful outcome for their clients.

Washington, DC (PRWEB) March 5, 2008

Americas Watchdog is one of the best known consumer advocacy groups in the United States and is among the most quoted sources on banks, financial sector corporations, predatory mortgage lending, insurance, health care abuse, pharmaceutical failures, construction defects, securities litigation, defective products, employment issues and numerous other consumer areas. Americas Watchdog is now offering its array of services to trial attorneys or plaintiffs law firms that want to advance existing cases to a more successful outcome.

According to Americas Watchdog, "We have seen instances where a law firm has a great case or great idea, but they are too slow to develop the idea, to get insiders, or identify additional victims that will verify the severity of the problem. In the end, the case isn't as successful as it could have been, or a much larger number of victims were not helped. We know the issues, and we know how to produce tangible results that would be invaluable to a trial attorney or a plaintiffs law firm."

So how can Americas Watchdog help a plaintiffs law firm or a trial attorney?

According to Americas Watchdog, "For starters we thoroughly understand most of the bigger consumer issues, we have the best web designers in the nation, we can have a web site up, with contact phone numbers and consumer friendly intake within 24 hours. We can also have press releases written and out, typically within 24 to 48 hours to drive consumers or insiders to our web sites or our contact phone numbers. Americas Watchdog can also can narrowly target a an audience, or they can run a national consumer or insider campaign."

According to Americas Watchdog, "the problem with many plaintiffs firms or trial attorneys, is they do not have the ability or time to move quickly, or it may take their staff a month to do something that Americas Watchdog can do within 24 hours. With respect to case development", Americas Watchdog says, "If a trial attorney or plaintiffs firm wants to get the the desired result they should allow our group to develop the web sites, the press releases and do the intake. When you call our 800 you do not get an answering service, you get us. Everything we do is ethical, we are passionate about consumer issues, our work product is first class and our costs are affordable."

So What Type Of Case Can Americas Watchdog be of assistance to for a plaintiffs law firm or a trial attorney?

According to Americas Watchdog, "We can be of immediate assistance on any sort of law suit or class actions involving the following types of issues":
Predatory Mortgage Lending: No one in the nation knows more about predatory mortgage lending than Americas watchdog. Its National Mortgage Complaint Center is the most quoted source in the US on the topic of predatory mortgage lending. Securities Class Actions: Because of their back ground in banks, investment bankers, financial institutions, mortgage insurance companies, drug companies, home builders, or related sectors, Americas Watchdog can audit conference call transcripts to show where CEO's or CFO's were lying to Wall Street/Shareholders. Americas Watchdog was the first major consumer group to warn about the coming real estate disaster as far back as early 2005. Defective drugs: Americas Watchdog is the most quoted source in the world on counterfeit drugs and has a thorough understanding of how drug companies manipulate the FDA to bring lethal or poor quality drugs to market. Defective Products: Americas Watchdog has run successful national campaigns involving defective products for over a decade. Insurance Companies: Americas Watchdog is one of the most quoted sources in the nation on homeowners consumer issues related to insurance companies. The group was located in New Orleans before, during and after Hurricane Katrina. Construction defects: Americas Watchdog is one of the most quoted sources in the US on Construction Defect issues. They have abundant skills and expertise in this area. Americas Watchdog has been taking on national home builders for years. It was the first national group to blast national home builders for using undocumented workers. Heath Care/Health Care Abuse: Americas Watchdog is one of the most knowledgeable sources in the US on health care or health care abuse. The group does a report each year on health care & Medicare fraud. Americas Watchdog has also targeted specific hospitals for neglect or wrongful deaths. Americas Watchdog also has expertise in numerous other consumer related areas.

If Americas Watchdog can be of assistance; plaintiffs law firms or trial attorneys are welcome to call the group anytime at 866-714-6466. Americas Watchdog's web sites are located at http://AmericasWatchdog. com (http://AmericasWatchdog. com).

"Americas Watchdog is passionate about consumer protection and corporate fair play."

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Managing Product Liability Risks

2011-07-24T05:48:00.000-07:00

Managing Product Liability Risks

Dublin (PRWEB) February 8, 2006

Research and Markets (http://www. researchandmarkets. com/reports/c32398 (http://www. researchandmarkets. com/reports/c32398)) has announced the addition of Managing Product Liability Risks: A Comprehensive Guide To Winning Legal Strategies For Managing Product Liability Exposure and Litigation to their offering

In today's litigation environment manufacturers must systematically manage their product liability risks. This requires that product managers and corporate decision-makers take as much interest in managing the company's product liability as they do in their initiatives to increase shareholder value. They simply cannot sit back and criticize the system while relying on past practices and antiquated legal principles. That's a recipe for disaster. Corporate executives must understand that shareholder value means little if the company is forced into bankruptcy by product litigation.

Society today demands more from manufacturers than it did just a few decades ago. A systematic approach to managing product liability risks, therefore, begins with an appreciation of the legal principles under which products are judged, and an acceptance of the fact that the rules will continue to change to meet consumer expectations. Corporate managers cannot be surprised by the civil justice system. They must understand the system and design and distribute products that conform to its requirements.

In this book the authors provide corporate managers with a comprehensive look at current and developing trends in product liability law and offers practical suggestions on how to minimize the risks of litigation as product liability law continues to expand. Co-authored by David H. Canter, Partner, Harrington Foxx Dubrow & Canter Llp, and J. Wilson McCallister, this book provides unique insight into the exposure of a corporation to product liability litigation and offers the benefit of the authors' experience to managing this risk. This book offers unique insights from in-house to outside counsel, producing advice that is workable from both sides of the practice. J. Wilson McCallister was with Deere & Company in its law department for 25 years. As Associate General Counsel, he managed Deere's product litigation, early dispute resolution program and special litigation throughout the United States. David Canter, a senior partner at the Los Angeles firm of Harrington, Foxx, Dubrow & Canter has defended corporations in products liability litigation for 40 years. He has defended corporations in litigation in 17 state and federal courts and thus has gained wide nationwide experience.

Chapters Include:

Chapter 1: Product Liability: The Legal Context and Trends

Chapter 2: A Systematic Approach to Managing Product Liability Exposure and Litigation

Chapter 3: A First Step: Designing to Reduce Product Accidents and Injuries

Chapter 4: The Importance of Proper Selection and Use of Expert Witnesses

Chapter 5: Striving To Be the Best Pays Off

Chapter 6: The Effective Use of Legal Counsel

Chapter 7: Early Claims Resolution Makes Sense: A Strategy

Chapter 8: Alternate Dispute Resolution is Cost Effective: A Strategy

Chapter 9: Document Retention Policy: How to Stay Out of Trouble with the Courts and Juries

Chapter 10: The Trial: It's Non-Controllable Risks and Possible Wins and Losses

Appendices

About the Authors

For more information visit http://www. researchandmarkets. com/reports/c32398 (http://www. researchandmarkets. com/reports/c32398)

Laura Wood

Senior Manager

Research and Markets

Press@researchandmarkets. com

Fax: +353 1 4100 980

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Warning Issued as Olympian is Accused of Terrorism Links

2011-07-23T20:54:00.000-07:00

Warning Issued as Olympian is Accused of Terrorism Links

Dr. Davidovic has been accused by a major international bank, Raiffeisen Bank, of being involved in terrorism, an accusation he hotly denies.

(PRWEB) September 2, 2008

Dr. Alex Davidovic, a popular international chess master, Internet entrepreneur, and former Chess Olympiad participant, is warning business people about the risks of mistaken identity. Dr Davidovic has been accused by a major international bank, Raiffeisen Bank, of being involved in terrorism, an accusation he hotly denies.

"In a written statement from Raiffesen Bank, I have been advised that I am on their list of persons involved with terrorist actions," advises Dr. Davidovic. "This incredible but serious accusation by the international banking giant has left me and everyone who knows me shocked and bewildered."

Dr. Davidovic's Internet company, C-Point Pty Ltd (http://www. c-point. com), had tried to purchase a ready-made software solution via telegraphic transfer to the Raiffeisen Bank account of a well-known supplier when the funds were intercepted and held by the Bank. After weeks of uncertainty, Raiffesen Bank explained why in a short letter to Dr. Davidovic. He says the terrorist accusations could have a devastating effect on his reputation, and on his business. Dr. Davidovic has co-authored with marketing expert Penelope Herbert a 12-step business mentoring program called Underdog Marketing Challenge (http://www. underdogmarketingchallenge. com/), and the book "Underdog Marketing" is about to be published. Now finding himself as an underdog facing Raiffeisen, an enormous international bank with branches in many countries, Dr. Davidovic is warning other business people that the situation could happen to them.

"My first and last names are quite common in Eastern Europe, so it is absolutely a case of mistaken identity," suggests Dr. Davidovic." If it has happened to me it could happen to any businessman with a common name."

Dr. Davidovic says the future of his business, and his reputation, are now in total disarray. He says the software his company had tried to purchase was to power a website with the plan to have its debut in front of a TV audience of 550,000 people. "Eight episodes of Underdog Marketing Challenge were to air on Australian Television. The plan may be shelved because the supplier has backed out of the deal," he says.

Dr. Davidovic says he is reviewing his options in entering a legal battle with Raiffesen Bank to clear his name but urges business people who deal internationally to ensure their business and their reputations aren't ruined by mistaken identity.

"The simple truth is that I am a peace-loving man, not a terrorist," Dr. Davidovic says.

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Radiance Fine Jewelry Urges Single Women: "Indulge Yourself!" -- SWWAN Partner Serves Rising Numbers of Single Women

2011-07-23T13:39:00.000-07:00

Radiance Fine Jewelry Urges Single Women: "Indulge Yourself!" -- SWWAN Partner Serves Rising Numbers of Single Women

As the numbers of single women continue to rise in the U. S., new help is on the way. Radiance Fine Jewelry joins with SWWAN (Single Working Women's Affiliate Network) to offer single working women trusted service and a discount on fine jewelry repair.

Chicago, IL (PRWEB) December 2, 2008

Radiance Fine Jewelry and SWWAN (Single Working Women's Affiliate Network) today announce their partnership to help rising numbers of single and divorced women feel empowered to buy their own jewelry--and get a nice discount on jewelry repair services.

The number of single working women is rising consistently. Recent Census Bureau numbers show 54 percent of the 92 million unmarried Americans over age 18 are women--divorced, widowed, or never married. And because women still make, in general, only about 70 percent of what men are paid for the same work, SWWAN is in the process of building an AARP-style program throughout Chicago in which members receive not only discounts but also proven trusted service from a select group of vendors.

Radiance Fine Jewelry is one of the founding partners in the SWWAN vendor program.

"The idea that single women should sit around and wait for someone else to buy them beautiful jewelry is ridiculous," said Rebecca Gutermuth, owner of Radiance Fine Jewelry, 2139 N. Damen Ave. in Chicago. She notes that many SWWAN members are in the same audience she targets--35 to 55, single, working women. "No reason these women have to wait for Romeo to sweep them off their feet. I'm excited to welcome a whole new group of women to the joy of owning fine jewelry and one-of-a-kind designer pieces."

Ms. Gutermuth is a triumphant example of what it can mean to be a single working woman today. She started her business, Radiance Fine Jewelry, just two years ago in 2006. "I had to fight for a bank to give me the loan because I was a single woman," she said. Today, her store is one of the anchor businesses at the northern end of Chicago's Bucktown shopping district.

SWWAN members receive a permanent 25% off any fine jewelry repair (excluding watches). Other services include ring sizing, repairs for chains, earring backs, and clasps, re-plating white gold pieces, etc. The store carries a number of lines of unique designer jewelry (http://www. radiancefinejewelry. com/designers. html (http://www. radiancefinejewelry. com/designers. html)) and regularly screens new designers.

"Radiance Fine Jewelry has been with us from the beginning," said Barbara Payne, founder and chairman of SWWAN. "Rebecca shares our passion for empowering single women and enhancing the single lifestyle. And we are delighted to announce this partnership in time to give SWWANs some new Christmas, holiday and Valentine's Day gift ideas--for others and for themselves!"

SWWAN approved vendors include retail business services, groceries, hardware, dry cleaning, repair services, auto mechanics, and so on. Each vendor offers something special to SWWAN members--special discounts, extra services, guaranteed good service, and other needs. Other vendor offers have included free oil changes and inspections from a local auto service company; discounts on grocery deliveries; a free week's health club membership; and discounts on website services.

"Our vendors are building visibility among a new target audience of potential customers," said Ms. Payne. "The discounts and special services are a great way to attract new customers from among the growing population of busy single moms and single working women."

About Radiance Fine Jewelry (http://www. radiancefinejewelry. com/ (http://www. radiancefinejewelry. com/))
Radiance Fine Jewelry, founded in 2006, is dedicated to providing the finest jewelry and jewelry repair services in the market today. They carry several top-name designer brands including Mark Patterson, Fana, Galatea, and more. They offer expert assistance in choosing gems and settings and plan to expand their bridal selection for 2009. Most repairs can be completed within a week, often less. For more information and to see the full line of designer jewelry, visit http://www. radiancefinejewelry. com (http://www. radiancefinejewelry. com).

About SWWAN (http://www. swwan. org/ (http://www. swwan. org/)):
Founded in 2006, SWWAN is dedicated to promoting the good health of all single working women by providing them a place to connect with each other, by finding and sharing worthwhile resources, by negotiating discounts and deals on necessary products and services, and by supporting research and policy to ensure that single women have equal opportunities as well as a fair voice in the workplace. SWWAN also hosts the SWWAN Dive Internet radio show and publishes the SWWAN blog. For more information, visit www. swwan. org/ (http://www. swwan. org/).

For additional information on Single Working Women's Week and SWWAN, visit www. swwan. org.

Next Single Working Women's Week - August 2 to August 8, 2009.

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Historic Blair Farm Art and Antiques In the Yard Boone, NC

2011-07-23T11:30:00.000-07:00

Historic Blair Farm Art and Antiques In the Yard Boone, NC

Historic Blair Farm in Boone would like to announce a wonderful new/old Art and Antique Sale in the front yard of Blair Farm House located at 113 Blairmont Drive in Boone, next to the Moose Lodge. The sale will take place on the third Saturday of the summer months from 9 am until 3 pm, May 21,June 18,July 16, August 20, September 17 and October 15.

(PRWEB) April 7, 2005

Local artists and antique dealers will gather at Historic Blair Farm in Boone, NC for a wonderful new/old Art and Antique Sale in the front yard of Blair Farm House.

The Blair Farm is located at 113 Blairmont Drive in Boone, NC. The sale will take place every third Thursday from 9 am till 3 pm, May 21st, June 18th, July 16th, August 20th, and September 17th and October 15th. Join us under 140 year old Majestic Maples for ÂHistoric Blair Farm Art and Antiques In the Yard SaleÂ Featured will be Art in all media and all types of Antiques.

While visiting the sale you may tour the ongoing renovation of a 161-year-old farmhouse and farm buildings and get a glimpse of life in 1850's. Historic Blair Farm is the oldest farm still standing in the Town of Boone, NC. Blair House and three surviving farm buildings were built in 1844 by Henry Blair (1806-1891) and his wife, Mary Steele (1806-1890), to homestead on the banks of ÂThree ForksÂ on the New River. Come be a part of a celebration of community and watch the process of the restoration of a farm that is older than Watauga County.

There will be Free Parking in the Â Three ForksÂ field beside the New River. For general information, vendor information or directions please go on line to www. wishfulthinkingstudio. com or call 828-758-5520.

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ILearning Expands Product Set by Acquiring Caliber Learning Systems

2011-07-23T02:22:00.000-07:00

ILearning Expands Product Set by Acquiring Caliber Learning Systems

ILearning, Inc., has acquired the assets Caliber Learning Systems, Inc., from Sylvan Learning Systems. In October, the bankrupt Caliber sold its assets to Sylvan (NASDAQ:SLVN), which owned a 34 percent stake in the web-based training company, for $750,000. The financial terms of Tuesday's deal were not disclosed.

(PRWEB) January 11, 2002

Jan. 8, 2002 -- (Baltimore)- iLearning, Inc., a premiere provider of web-based training and communication solutions, announced today the acquisition from Sylvan Learning Systems, Inc. of the assets of Caliber Learning Network, Inc.

ÂThe addition of CaliberÂs award-winning technology enables us to offer a web event broadcast solution that fully integrates studio origination, event management and desktop delivery technologies with professional services to deliver high impact, just-in-time content to globally dispersed, Internet-connected audiences,Â says iLearningÂs CEO, Allen Tait.

The acquisition includes certain of CaliberÂs client relationships, intellectual property, software and equipment. ÂThe Caliber assets round out iLearningÂs comprehensive set of training and communications solutions,Â Tait adds.

iLearning will also retain a select group of former Caliber employees including Kevin Thibodeau, who joined Caliber in 1998 as a corporate officer and member of the executive management team. Thibodeau led Caliber's strategic marketing and content development activities as well as conducting executive business development and corporate mergers and acquisition functions. With iLearningÂs acquisition of Caliber, he has been named as iLearningÂs Executive Vice President of Sales.

On the merger of the two organizations, Thibodeau said, ÂCorporations and government agencies now depend on a single source for portal technology, web-based courseware development, web event broadcasting and content management. Our combined expertise in the development and delivery of both synchronous events and asynchronous courseware Â paired with the accessibility of a robust training portal and content management system Â is a key differentiator for iLearning and compelling to our customers.Â

IDC estimates that the market for eLearning and communication services will grow to $23 billion by 2004, with an annual compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 97% in Europe and 69% worldwide representing tremendous growth opportunity. iLearning is strategically positioned to take advantage of that growth with solutions that bring streaming audio and video content to any desktop with a 28.8 modem.

About iLearning, Inc.

ILearning, Inc. provides innovative web-based knowledge service solutions for businesses and organizations. iLearningÂs products are customized to meet each customerÂs knowledge management needs. iLearningÂs flagship product, the iPlatform,

Is a dynamic, highly scalable portal server technology used by organizations for varying knowledge management strategies including educational commerce, professional development, product channel communication, sales training and corporate communication. The iPlatform utilizes proprietary technology to deliver multimedia quality streaming video content to any computer with a 28.8 modem. iLibrary offers customized, vendor-approved courses covering business skills, project management, IT systems applications and certifications. iLive provides web event broadcast solutions for communication and training. iLearning investors include Sylvan Ventures (NASDAQ: SLVN), the Chauncey Group (a subsidiary of Educational Testing Services) and Sterling Capital. For more information, please visit www. ilearning. com or email inquiry@ilearning. com.

Contact: Cheryl W. Waldrup, iLearning, Inc.

Vice President, Business Development

410-951-2891 or cheryl. waldrup@ilearning. com

John Hughes, Brattle Systems800-49-TRAIN jhughes@brattlesystems. com

3G Update From GSA: Number of WCDMA Device Models Reaches Treble Figures

2011-07-22T23:26:00.000-07:00

3G Update From GSA: Number of WCDMA Device Models Reaches Treble Figures

A new survey by GSA published today confirms that there are 104 3G/WCDMA device models in the market and 20 suppliers of WCDMA devices globally. Over half of the 125 WCDMA network license holders globally have launched WCDMA-enabled 3G services, or are very near to doing so.

(PRWEB) December 1, 2004

A new survey by GSA published today confirms that there are 104 3G/WCDMA device models in the market globally. This figure represents an increase of over 38% in 3 months. GSA has also identified 20 suppliers of WCDMA devices globally.

Alan Hadden, President, GSA commented: "The huge and growing variety and competitiveness of WCDMA devices is a major factor in the successful global commercialisation of 3G enabled by WCDMA."

In a related survey also published today, GSA confirms that there are 55 WCDMA networks in commercial service in 24 countries, with a further 11 close to launching (i. e. at pre-commercial stage). This means that today over half of the 125 WCDMA network license holders globally have launched WCDMA-enabled 3G services, or are very near to doing so.

There were 11.8 million subscribers of WCDMA services globally at 31 October 2004.

See the WCDMA Databank at www. gsacom. com/gsm_3g/index. php4#wcdma_databank (http://www. gsacom. com/gsm_3g/index. php4#wcdma_databank) for

WCDMA Fact Sheet - listing commercial and pre-commercial WCDMA networks. WCDMA Devices - all models identified

About GSA - Global mobile Suppliers Association

GSA is the forum for, and represents, the leading GSM/3G suppliers worldwide, and represents over 80% of GSM/3G market share globally. The GSA Executive Committee comprises of the leading GSM/ EDGE/WCDMA suppliers - Alcatel, Ericsson, Lucent Technologies, Nokia and Siemens.

3G Resources for Registered site users (log in first at www. gsacom. com home page):

Services, applications, technology - EDGE, WCDMA, HSPDA

Www. gsacom. com/gsm_3g/index. php4 (http://www. gsacom. com/gsm_3g/index. php4 )

EDGE Operators, EDGE Devices

Www. gsacom. com/programs/edge. php4#databank (http://www. gsacom. com/programs/edge. php4#databank )

Opinion papers - Push to Talk, AMR and many other topics

Www. gsacom. com/gsm_3g/opinion_papers. php4 (http://www. gsacom. com/gsm_3g/opinion_papers. php4 )

Media resources:

Www. gsacom. com/media/index. php4 (http://www. gsacom. com/media/index. php4 )
Media briefing in Hong Kong, November 18, 2004 www. gsacom. com/media/briefing_005.php4 (http://www. gsacom. com/media/briefing_005.php4 )
Media enquiries to email press@gsacom. co

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Leonardo Academy Launches Development of ANSI Standards for Emissions Inventories, Reductions and Offsets

2011-07-21T23:53:00.000-07:00

Leonardo Academy Launches Development of ANSI Standards for Emissions Inventories, Reductions and Offsets

Leonardo Academy announced today that it is launching the development of ANSI standards for quantifying and documenting environmental emission inventories, offsets, and reduction credits.

Madison, WI (PRWEB) June 29, 2006

Leonardo Academy (www. leonardoacademy. org) announced today that it is launching the development of ANSI standards for quantifying and documenting environmental emission inventories, offsets, and reduction credits. These standards are needed to accelerate the growth of market driven emission reduction actions, and will make it easier for consumers, building owners, and companies to get credit for the environmental benefits of their emission reduction actions. They will provide consistent integrated coverage of the full range of emissions types, from greenhouse gases to mercury. The open and transparent standards will make it clear in the marketplace what stated emission inventories, offsets, and reduction credits really mean.

Al Gore, the 2006 FIFA World Cup Organizing Committee, the World Bank and the HSBC bank all recently brought great attention to emission inventories, offsets, and reduction credits by announcing their action to offset emissions. Al Gore offset the emissions caused by the production of his documentary film “An Inconvenient Truth”, the World Cup Organizing Committee offset the emission of the World Cup event, and the World Bank and HSBC Bank offset the emissions caused by their organizations.

These announcements bring to mind questions about the meaning of emissions offsetting. How does one calculate the emissions caused by a given human activity? What types of emissions should be calculated and offset? Should only greenhouse gasses like CO2 be offset, or should toxic emissions like mercury be addressed as well? And how should we define, measure and verify emissions offsets?

Leonardo Academy launched today an ANSI standard development process to create an integrated set of answers to these questions. This process will create a single standard that combines the breadth of current information on the topic into an integrated, easily understood package providing the essential benefits to both the environment and the business world. The objective of this initiative is to develop credible and effective standards for emission inventories, offsets, and reduction credits that are practical for both end users and the marketplace, and are therefore effective drivers for environmental improvement

Leonardo Academy President Michael Arny said, “This is an important initiative because effective emissions crediting and offsetting standards are key to solving both our global warming and toxic emissions problems. Such standards make it economically and socially advantageous to increase this type of environmental stewardship, engaging the creative energy and drive of the marketplace to achieve important environmental goals.”

The need for these standards is profound. Individuals and organizations take action to reduce emissions for many reasons including altruism, the opportunity for recognition, and to capture the market value of these emission reductions. Having a consistent and practical way of keeping score is a driver for action. The development of integrated emissions standards will make it possible for car buyers to capture the economic value, at the time of purchase of their low emission vehicles’ pollution reductions over the life of the car. It will make it possible for a building owner that documents reduced energy use to capture the economic value of emission reductions created by their actions. These are only a few examples of the many applications of the standards being developed.

Numerous government, non-government and nonprofit organizations have made important contributions to the knowledge base on emission reduction credits and offsets in both the regulated an unregulated arenas, but standards and programs remain disjointed and limited in the types of emissions they address, the geographic areas they cover, and the applicable participants. The goal of this standard development initiative is to provide an integrated standard that has broad coverage for types of pollutants, geographic scope and participants.

“This ANSI standard development process will build on all the great work that has been done to date to create an integrated standard that has broad coverage and works well for both the users and the public, “ said Arny.

Projected Scope of these Standards:

A multi-pollutant approach to emissions issues that awards credit for all types of emissions reduced Levels of documentation and verification needed for various applications A clear description of qualified verifiers for achievements Baselines set to recognize all positive achievements Emissions inventories for organizations, products, services, events, travel, families, individuals and other causes of emissions Emissions offsets for organizations, products, services, events, travel and other causes of emissions Direct and indirect emission reduction Emission reductions created by pollution sequestration, renewable energy, energy efficiency projects, and other emission reductions Market vehicles for emission reductions and offset transactions, including emission reduction credits, white (energy efficiency emission reductions) tags, green (renewable energy emission reductions) tags, etc.

Project Funding

Funding for all Leonardo Academy projects is being gathered from a variety of sources on an ongoing basis. Johnson Controls, a major creator of emission reductions through energy efficiency, has contributed $20,000 to become a Silver Level Sponsor of this project. Johnson Controls is delivering enough energy efficiency for its customers to meet 4% of the Kyoto goals. Leonardo Academy is seeking additional sponsors at all levels for this project.

ANSI Project Information

The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) is a private, non-profit organization (501c3) that administers and coordinates the U. S. voluntary standardization and conformity assessment system. Leonardo Academy is an ANSI (www. ansi. org) accredited standards developer, and this project will be carried out in accordance with Leonardo Academy’s ANSI approved standard development process. This project was announced through the ANSI Project Initiation Notification System on June 23, 2006 and has the ANSI standard development number BSR/LEO 5000-200x.

About Leonardo Academy

Leonardo Academy (www. leonardoacademy. org) strives to put the competitive market to work on improving the environment, by developing outcome-focused products and resources that facilitate sustainability. Leonardo Academy develops rating systems, certification programs, educational resources and other tools that make practicing sustainability practical. Leonardo Academy’s Cleaner and Greenersm Program (www. cleanerandgreener. org) provides certification of the offsetting of the emissions caused by events and organizations. This program has certified the offsetting of emissions for the 2002 Winter Olympics, each of the U. S. Green Building Council’s (USGBC) Greenbuild conferences since 2002, and numerous other events. Other areas of Leonardo Academy work include the U. S. Green Building Council’s LEED® rating system. Michael Arny, the president of Leonardo Academy, was the chair of the U. S. Green Building Council’s LEED for Existing Buildings (LEED-EB) Committee from 2001-2005 and led the Committee’s work on the development of LEED-EB. Leonardo Academy has supported the LEED-EB program as a contractor to the U. S. Green Building Council since 2001. In this role, Leonardo Academy managed the LEED-EB Pilot Program, was the primary author of the LEED-EB Reference Guide and has conducted all the LEED-EB certification reviews to date for the U. S. Green Building Council. Leonardo Academy is a charitable (501c3) nonprofit organization.

Contact:

Michael Arny, President

Leonardo Academy

Tel: 608-280-0255

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HomeGain Inducts 18 Real Estate Agents Into Its Commissions-Based Clubs

2011-07-21T15:16:00.000-07:00

HomeGain Inducts 18 Real Estate Agents Into Its Commissions-Based Clubs

HomeGain adds 73 AgentEvaluator® Find A Realtor® club members in 2010 who together have earned over $6.8 million in gross lifetime real estate commissions

Emeryville, CA (Vocus) October 26, 2010

HomeGain®, a leading real estate website that connects home buyers and sellers with real estate professionals, today announced that it has inducted an additional 18 HomeGain agent members from 14 states into its commissions-based AgentEvaluator® Find A Realtor® award clubs.

Since last quarter when it inducted 27 real estate agent members into its clubs, HomeGain has inducted an additional 18 members from August, September and October as follows:
Five new HomeGain Platinum Club members (totaling 369 agent members who have earned $125,000 or more in gross real estate commissions) Seven new HomeGain Gold Club members (totaling 303 agent members who have earned $75,000 or more) Six new HomeGain Silver Club members (totaling 260 agent members who have earned $50,000 or more)

HomeGain also noted that it has 26 agent members in its Diamond Club (who have earned more than $500,000 in gross real estate commissions) and two members in its Million Dollar Club (who have earned more than $1,000,000 in gross commissions).

"We are delighted to induct these new members and highlight their remarkable level of achievement,” stated Louis Cammarosano, General Manager at HomeGain. “HomeGain is constantly striving to provide our members with high quality leads and the marketing presence real estate professionals need to succeed in today’s market."

HomeGain AgentEvaluator Award Club members have earned over $100 million dollars worth of real estate commissions since 1999 when HomeGain was founded. Award Club membership has grown to include 960 HomeGain members, 73 of whom have been inducted in 2010 and together have earned over $6.8 million in gross lifetime commissions from HomeGain leads.

Newly inducted agent member feedback:

“Over the years HomeGain has added many tools for agents to use in their lead generation and follow up systems,” commented Platinum Club member Linda Stall, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, California. “Thanks, HomeGain, for all your help in building my real estate business for the last 10 years!” “I have been a HomeGain agent for years and have always been impressed with the quality of the leads they generate,” commented Gold Club member Steve Matthews of Prudential Americana in Nevada. “I love HomeGain for the quality of the leads!” noted Gold Club member Andy McKay, McKay & Associates Real Estate PC, Utah. “I've been using them for years and their website is easy to use and gives me a great start to a professional dialogue with my future clients. Thanks, HomeGain, for helping my business grow!” “HomeGain has not only enabled me to expand my business and online presence but to meet some extraordinary clients (referrals) that I may never have had the opportunity to connect with,” noted Silver Club member, Christy Bishop of Prudential Carruthers, REALTORS® in Maryland. “In sales, you need to be consistent and stay on top of what works. HomeGain works. It’s exposure to potential clients who otherwise would have been lost,” noted Silver Club member Jacqueline Morgan of ERA Home & Family Real Estate in Massachusetts. “My partnership with HomeGain has been a real asset to my real estate business,” stated Silver Club member Lynn M. Newcomb of eXp Realty Washington Headquarters in Washington.

Additional new HomeGain Club members include Brent Turner of Re/Max Executive Realty in Pennsylvania (Platinum Club) and Sophia Peranteau of Bunbury & Associates Realtors in Wisconsin (Gold Club). To see a complete list of all new club members, visit the AgentEvaluator category on the HomeGain Real Estate Blog.

AgentEvaluator® Find A Realtor® is a competitive marketing program whereby consumers profile anonymously requesting that real estate agents send them proposals as to why they should be selected. Due to its competitive nature, not all participating agents will be successful or make any money at all.

About HomeGain

HomeGain® is a leading provider of online marketing programs that connect real estate agents and brokers with home buyers and sellers. HomeGain offers free services to find and compare real estate agents, research home values, and view homes for sale. REALTORS® use HomeGain's real estate marketing programs to connect with consumers, promote their services and grow their business. HomeGain. com has been a top visited real estate website since 1999.

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Jane Hathaway, Where Are You, We Need You?

2011-07-20T08:04:00.000-07:00

Jane Hathaway, Where Are You, We Need You?

Blue Diamond ProtectionÂs Client Care Specialists are truly unique individuals. Overall, their singular motivation derives from their inner desire to assist others. Their primary concern is making sure that they are meeting your needs. Senior Service programs are customized to meet the clientÂs needs, requests and requirements.

(PRWEB) June 26, 2004

Baby boomers will recall Jane Hathaway, the ever present executive assistant and some time personal assistant to Mr. Drysdale, the prominent Beverly Hills banker; television characters from the old situation comedy, The Beverly Hillbillies. Miss Hathaway tended to all the personal needs and fancies of the nouveau riche of Beverly Hills, the Clampets. Her duties seemed endless: personal banking, bookkeeping, chauffeur, relocation specialist, you name it, she did it! Reflecting on Miss HathawayÂs daily duty assignments, though the situations seemed trite and corny, her devotion and compassion to the ClampetÂs successful transition into the Beverly Hills lifestyle seemed tireless. Jane Hathaway, where are you, we need you?

The need for personal assistant services is on the rise. It is estimated that by the year 2020, Âthe baby boomers will be between 56 and 75 years old. DenverÂs share of population over 55 will rise from 17 percent today to 28 percent; the share over 65 will increase from 9 percent to 15 percent Â(Drury, Kendall, 1998, April 27: Denver Business Journal, The Graying of Denver). Drury and Kendall (1998) indicate that the demand for health care service and personal services of all types, will stimulate an increased demand for labor-intensive services. ÂOur requests for personal assistant services have doubled since our introduction of Senior Services in the fall of 2001,Â said Patricia Arellano, President and co-founder of Blue Diamond Protection Services LLC, Centennial, CO.

The Senior Services program provided by Blue Diamond Protection Client Care Specialists, include: bookkeeping, personal driver, moving and relocation assistance, periodic home visits and daily Âcheck-in with youÂ wellness telephone calls. The Client Care Specialists report to family members providing updates regarding client needs and provide any information regarding a change in status or living condition. ÂThey are a god send! My family and I live in Chicago. My Mom would not relocate with us, Denver is her home, she wanted to stay to be close to the people and things she knows. IÂm forever grateful for the personal assistant services that Blue Diamond Protection provides. I sleep just a little better at night,Â said Jodie Grayson, Blue Diamond client since September, 2001.

Senior Service programs are customized to meet the clientÂs needs, requests and requirements.

Blue Diamond Protection LLC-Client Care Group

Blue Diamond ProtectionÂs Client Care Specialists are truly unique individuals. Overall, their singular motivation derives from their inner desire to assist others. Their primary concern is making sure that they are meeting your needs. Our personal assistance services offer that extra assistance, when the need arises.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Patricia Arellano, 1-866-214-7676

Http://www. bluediamondprotection. com (http://www. bluediamondprotection. com)

Florida Animal Sanctuary Faces Eviction, Putting the Lives of 200 Animals at Risk

2011-07-17T08:22:00.000-07:00

Florida Animal Sanctuary Faces Eviction, Putting the Lives of 200 Animals at Risk

Foreclosure Puts Rooterville, A Sanctuary in Dire Straits; Owners Seeks Charitable Assistance in the Form of Property Arrangements or Funding

Gainesville, Fla. (PRWEB) December 2, 2010

Rooterville, A Sanctuary Inc., a non-profit animal refuge in Gainesville, Fla., is in urgent need of a new home. The property on which the organization resides is currently in foreclosure, and founder/primary animal caretaker Elaine West says that without an extension of time to locate to another property, the lives of nearly 200 rescued animals are in jeopardy. Rooterville has provided shelter and care to a number of neglected, displaced and/or abused animals—mainly potbellied pigs—for more than 18 years, and offers opportunities for area students to gain hands-on experience caring for and rehabilitating large animals (many of which weigh well over 100 pounds). The organization was recently featured in the documentary film “Eating Mercifully” by the Humane Society of the United States.

After a car accident left West with disabling injuries in 2009, she was unable to work or care for many of the sanctuary’s animals; the ensuing medical expenses left West and her husband with little funding for the purchase or lease of the property on which the sanctuary animals reside. As a result, the 10-acre property that housed the animals went into foreclosure. As of October 27th of this year, negotiations with the bank to allow the sanctuary to purchase the property failed and the bank gave the sanctuary until the end of November to vacate the property.

West says that with the recent support of a generous donor, Rooterville was under contract to purchase a new property for the animal sanctuary. Rooterville was the high bidder on a property offered for sale by the U. S Marshall at auction. It looked like the animals were going to be saved and all would be well, but title issues have arisen and delayed the closing on the new location. With the sale delayed, the happy ending West was hoping for has evaporated.

“We thought the new place was an answer to our prayers, but it looks like it is turning into a nightmare. We have wasted precious time and resources trying to buy a property that has ended up having serious title problems, which may cause the purchase to fall through,” West says, “This is such an unbelievable disappointment. We depended upon this sale closing in a timely manner and now it looks like we won’t be able to close at all. Where will the animals go? The animals are innocent pawns in this situation; they have done nothing to harm anyone. All we have ever wanted was to make sure they are safe, but now we just don't know what will happen to them.”

She continues, “As of now, the animals have nowhere to go. I am fearful that the bank may decide to send them all to slaughter as the local agencies will not help with pigs or farm animals. An eviction would be a certain death sentence for the animals if we do not get an extension of time to find them a new home." West says she does not think the bank will put the effort into making sure they are re-homed or at least humanely euthanized.

West says she has been unable to find a rental to move the animals to because of the unfortunate stigma associated with pigs. “Pigs are amazingly intelligent, clean animals who do not destroy property unless they are bored or kept in too small of an enclosure,” she says. “They cause less damage to the ground than horses, but people think they are destructive – an unfortunate misconception which has made securing a rental difficult.”

Rooterville’s resident animals require acreage on which fencing and shelter already exist or may be built. West says she is able to purchase new property, but she is unsure if the bank will allow the time necessary to accommodate a closing; so she is searching for a rental or hopeful that she will find a member of the community who might be willing to lease the sanctuary several acres of land. This must be accomplished quickly, as West is unsure how long the bank will allow them to remain at their current location in Archer. Without community support, the lives of more than 200 rescued animals will be at risk. West is asking for help either in the form of property arrangements or funding. An account is open at Wachovia for donations to help purchase/lease property. Donations are tax deductible. Rooterville, A Sanctuary is a 501(c)3, non-profit organization, and can be reached at 352-495-7473 or through the website at http://www. rooterville. org.

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Loans Available to Restaurant and Retail Businesses

2011-07-16T17:52:00.000-07:00

Loans Available to Restaurant and Retail Businesses

Receive funding in as little as 10 days based on visa and or mastercard retail business transactions

(PRWEB) June 16, 2005

The Cash Advance Program a type of funding, called receivables factoring, allows a merchant to sell their future receivables at a discount so that they can use funding for working capital, equipment purchases, advertising, renovations, expansion and more.

Business Can:

Qualify for $5000 to $125,000 Receive funding in as little as 10-days Use credit card transactions to pay off the cash advance. This is not a business loan, but an advance. Raise their business credit score Enjoy no upfront fees, no closing costs, no equity loss Easy qualifying Restaurant or Retail Business At least 1-year in business Accepts VISA/MasterCard as a form of payment -Provide processing statements for the previous 6-months of at least $4,000 per month in VISA/MasterCard

Provide 6-months of bank statements with consistent balances (only necessary to achieve larger advances) Acceptable personal and business credit Has no open tax liens, judgments or bankruptcies Is in good standing with property leaser with at least one year remaining on its lease

Http://www. diversifiedfinancialservices. net (http://www. diversifiedfinancialservices. net)

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WorldWide Papa’s Announces Completion of Filing for Listing on German Open Market Deutsche Böerse - Frankfurt

2011-07-15T21:35:00.000-07:00

WorldWide Papa’s Announces Completion of Filing for Listing on German Open Market Deutsche Böerse - Frankfurt

WorldWide Papa’s, Inc. looks to late-January 2011 to receive acceptance to its filing as a listed Company on the Deutsche Böerse - Frankfurt Open Market

Denver, CO (Vocus/PRWEB) January 07, 2011

WorldWide Papa's, Inc., the exclusive area developer of Papa John’s, Inc. restaurants in St. Petersburg and the Leningrad region of Russia, announces that it has completed its filing for a listing on the Deutsche Böerse - Frankfurt Open Market as a Public Limited Company with the assistance of Global Xchange Solutions, AG.

“Over the past 18 months, we have explored several options for sourcing the capital needed to fuel our development and expansion plans, and with continued demonstration of the strength of the German market, we look forward to securing a listing on the Deutsche Böerse in the near term,” said Darrin Stock, CEO and founder of the Company. “Having enlisted a number of leading partners to advise the Company through the process, we feel confident in receiving an acceptance to our filing and look with great enthusiasm to February 2011 to commence public trading of WorldWide Papa’s shares on the Frankfurt Open Market.”

Additionally, WorldWide Papa’s announces its relationship with Australian-based Computershare, a global transfer agency and share registration company, specializing in data management, high volume transaction processing and stakeholder engagement. Having represented companies in all major financial markets, Computershare will assist WorldWide Papa’s through its filing process to be listed as WorldWide Papa’s, Inc. on the Frankfurt Open Market. Through this engagement, Computershare will aid WorldWide Papa’s in managing the transfer of shares to current shareholders and through completing the process of evolving from a Corporation to a Public Limited Company.

“This listing will provide a potential source of the capital needed for WorldWide Papa’s to reach the goals we have set in place for expansion into St. Petersburg and the Leningrad region of Russia, and grow our number of locations exponentially from our current five restaurants,” said Gary Hamilton, secretary/treasurer and co-founder of the Company. “An approval as a listed company on the Deutsche Böerse will also contribute to our ability to secure potential liquidity to investors in the future, as well as appeal to an increased base of institutional investors in the European marketplace.”

Provided the application for filing is accepted, WorldWide Papa’s anticipates that the first day of trading for Company shares will be on or around February 14, 2011. In the interim, the Company will initiate an aggressive campaign to secure new investors in Europe and will launch its Road Show in mid-January 2011, commencing the tour in London.

About WorldWide Papa’s
WorldWide Papa’s, Inc. is an international management company formed in 2004, with exclusive area development rights to Papa John’s International, Inc. restaurants in St. Petersburg, Russia and the Leningrad region. Founded by Darrin Stock and Gary Hamilton, WorldWide Papa’s opened its first Papa John’s restaurant in St. Petersburg in 2005. The company currently operates four restaurants in the region, with plans in place for the expansion of reaching a total of 40 restaurants by 2014. Papa John’s in St. Petersburg was recognized in May 2010 as the winning establishment in a local pizza taste-test competition, named as having the best pizza against two leading competitors in the market. For more information about WorldWide Papa’s visit http://www. stpetepapajohns. com.

About ComputerShare, Ltd.
Computershare is a global market leader in transfer agency and share registration, employee equity plans, proxy solicitation and stakeholder communications. We also specialize in corporate trust services, tax voucher solutions, bankruptcy administration and a range of other diversified financial and governance services. Founded in 1978, Computershare is renowned for its expertise in data management, high volume transaction processing, payments and stakeholder engagement. Many of the world’s leading organizations use these core competencies to help maximize the value of relationships with their investors, employees, creditors, members and customers. Computershare is represented in all major financial markets and has over 10,000 employees worldwide. For more information, visit http://www. ComputerShare. com

About Global Xchange Solutions AG.
Global Xchange Solutions AG., a Zürich, Switzerland registered private equity and corporate finance company. GXS is a member of the “Swiss Private Equity and Corporate Finance Association”. GXS primarily advises small and medium-size companies within the scope of their growth strategies, the planning and execution of their business plans, corporate equity and financial structures, Initial Public offerings, Mergers and Acquisitions, Swiss banking relations, lines and letters of credit, equity and debt placement and guiding clients with listing their shares on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange. GXS provides its clients with access to European based investor relations services, public and media relations services, access individual private equity and investment fund managers, legal and audit services. GXS can provide our clients with European corporate news distribution services to over 600 banks, fund managers and over 1,500 financial / investment portals. http://www. GlobalXchangeSolutions. com

Disclaimer
This press release contains forward-looking statements based on beliefs of WorldWide Papa’s Plc management. When used in this press release, words such as "anticipate", "believe", "estimate", "expect", "intend", "plan" and "project" are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Such statements reflect the views of WorldWide Papa’s as of the date made with respect to future events and are subject to risks and uncertainties. Many factors could cause actual results to be materially different from those projected here, including, among others, changes in general economic and business conditions, changes in currency exchange rates and interest rates, introduction of competing products, lack of acceptance of new products or services and changes in business strategy. WorldWide Papa’s disclaims any intention or obligation to update these forward-looking statements.

For Information Contact:

WorldWide Papa’s, Inc.
PO Box 1857
Denver, Colorado USA 80201
Questions(at)stpetepapajohns(dot)com
Http://www. stpetepapajohns. com

Gary Hamilton
Ghamilton(at)stpetepapajohns(dot)com

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National Real Estate Appraisal Service - UappraiseIT. com

2011-07-14T12:51:00.000-07:00

National Real Estate Appraisal Service - UappraiseIT. com

Cleveland, OH (PRWEB) April 21, 2006

UappraiseIT. com launched a new and unique web interface for consumers and professionals to order “real” appraisals, back in January of 2006. As a home is the largest investment that a consumer will make in their life, UappraiseIT felt that consumer education and the use of certified independent appraisers and valuation products, made sense considering the current downturn in regional markets. Backed by a nationwide network of more than 10,000 independent certified appraisers, covering every county in the country, homeowners and professionals alike now have the ability to find, utilize and pay for an independent appraisal, 24 hours a day with just the click of a button in order to determine the supported value of their home.

Recently, there have been a number of companies that are conveying to the general public that an AVM solution or a full blown inspection are virtually all that exists in regards to finding the value of your home. We encourage homeowners to be informed and have tried to effectively note the difference between valuable USPAP compliant products and $19.99 specials within our blog (http://www. uappraiseit. com/homevalues/2006/04/04/Whats+The+Difference. aspx (http://www. uappraiseit. com/homevalues/2006/04/04/Whats+The+Difference. aspx)).

The Question: What is the number one concern of homeowners?

Answer: If their home has appreciated, depreciated, or remained the same in value.

We are not owned by a bank nor do we own or operate any number of other financial services that benefit from the value of the home. It is important that consumers realize what they are purchasing as opposed to just accepting what a company is providing. Companies like Electronic Appraiser offer an AVM:

AVM:

AVM stands for Automated Valuation Model, a computer generated report. Using computer mathematical equations based on public records or other like data sources, the report is compiled without human hands. It takes into consideration past market trends, factual neighborhood analysis, tax assessments and other factors to determine the most logical value of a home. There is no involvement of an appraiser or person during this process and each company that offers it, uses their own set of calculations to achieve the final report.

With technology evolving it is arguable to state the validity of any of these reports. Each AVM provider states the obvious boasts: most coverage, accuracy, consistency, quality, etc. Everyone in the market claims that his or her product is cheaper, faster, and improved.

The recent addition of eAppraiseIT to the list of Electronic Appraiser products although capable of delivering values in the form of a 1004 may be overpriced and not explained clearly enough to the consumer as they make their choice between a $29.99 product of collected public information or a product priced at “$375” which is on average higher than what UappraiseIt. com is offering and what the consumer especially in the cost sensitive market of FSBO should be paying. The collective group has also omitted the offering of exterior only inspections and hybrid AVM products called AVMAAs (AVM assisted appraisals). Both of these products may add value to a consumer experience and should not be omitted.

Feel free to reference our “What’s the difference” article which further explains some of the key differences in valuations.

Http://www. UappraiseIT. com (http://www. UappraiseIT. com)

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PokerSource Adds Betfair and Unibet to Free Poker Gifts Promotion

2011-07-11T11:37:00.000-07:00

PokerSource Adds Betfair and Unibet to Free Poker Gifts Promotion

PokerSource. com has announced that two of the industry's most popular online poker sites, Betfair and Unibet, have been added to the Free Gifts promotion. Just for signing up and depositing on either of these sites, poker enthusiasts can take home gift certificates, chipsets, poker tables, and more.

San Jose, Costa Rica (PRWEB) March 18, 2009

PokerSource. com, home of the original free poker (http://www. pokersource. com/) promotions, recently announced that two of the world's top online poker sites have been added to its free poker gifts (http://www. pokersource. com/free-poker/gifts/) promotion. Members of PokerSource. com (http://www. pokersource. com/) have been lining up to claim their free gifts for signing up for Betfair, an independent online poker site, and Unibet, which makes its home on the Microgaming Network.

Betfair is the newest 12,000 point room on PokerSource. com. Just for making a minimum $50 deposit on the online poker site, players can take home gift certificates to major retailers, licenses to the popular tracking programs Hold'em Manager and PokerTracker, a subscription to PokerXFactor, a 12 month membership to StoxPoker, or a 300 piece Nevada Jacks chipset. Alternately, players can spend their hard-earned points in the PSO Store on $100 gift cards and valuable poker-related paraphernalia.

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Julie Fergerson Appointed by Ethoca as Vice President of Emerging Technologies

2011-07-10T01:33:00.000-07:00

Julie Fergerson Appointed by Ethoca as Vice President of Emerging Technologies

Industry pioneer and respected thought leader in online payments fraud prevention joins Ethoca executive team to further adoption of leading edge anti-fraud collaboration platform; will work closely with customers to identify anti-fraud use cases and new product requirements for the Ethoca-powered collaborative network.

(Vocus) September 9, 2010

Ethoca, the leader in collaboration-based anti-fraud technologies for e-commerce, today announced the appointment of Julie Fergerson as Vice President of Emerging Technologies. Fergerson, a former VP of Emerging Technologies at Debix and ClearCommerce where she was also co-founder, has nearly 20 years of experience in the online payments and fraud management industry, holds and has patents-pending methods for secure transaction order management processing and preventing fraudulent electronic transactions, and is acclaimed as one of the true pioneers and thought leaders in the industry.

In Ms. Fergerson’s new role with Ethoca, she will apply her deep and broad understanding of how online payments fraud happens to work closely with customers to develop use cases and new product requirements for Ethoca’s advanced collaborative network which enables merchants and other industry stakeholders to work together as effectively and efficiently as the fraudsters already do. A key focus will be driving adoption of Ethoca’s collaborative platform through identification and commercialization of the many ways it enables value creation for customers.

“When I left the e-commerce industry, the one thing that I felt was left unfinished was formalizing a way for merchants to collaborate with each other and with card issuers to get organized like criminals have been doing for years,” said Ms. Fergerson. “If I hadn’t found and joined Ethoca, this is an idea I would have developed myself.”

“Ethoca has done a fantastic job of addressing the key barriers to effective collaboration through their highly secure, real-time platform that protects privacy, ensures data integrity and has achieved critical-mass participation levels. The key challenge now is moving it forward to establish broad industry stakeholder participation, making it a truly global and universal anti-fraud communication hub and repository. I’m very excited to have the opportunity to play a critical role in making that happen,” she continued, “as collaboration is the only fraud prevention method that does not degrade and become less effective over time.”

“We are thrilled to welcome someone of Julie’s stature and abilities to our team,” said Andre Edelbrock, CEO and co-founder of Ethoca. “Her expertise, deep industry relationships and experience will be of tremendous value in spreading the ideas behind collaboration and why it works and how to leverage it to reduce the Total Cost of Fraud (TCoF). We are entering a rapid growth phase for Ethoca, and Julie will be instrumental in helping us scale to that challenge and leading our development of collaborative use cases so that the platform becomes a de facto global standard for e-commerce merchants and industry stakeholders, regardless of which payment processor, fraud analytics tools, acquiring bank, or shopping cart / e-commerce platform they use.”

After a period when it appeared that internet crime might have been contained and no longer growing, the past 18 months have seen an explosion in online fraud as criminals have become more organized into international gangs and more “professional” and business-like in their operations. Fraudsters have figured out payment and fraud systems, and how to look more like legitimate buyers – sometimes even more legitimate looking than real customers – and move extremely quickly and effectively to monetize stolen data. This has amplified the need for a coordinated, collaborative effort by businesses to fight back.

Ms. Fergerson is considered to be one of the industry’s foremost experts on internet payments fraud. In addition to her corporate development work, Julie is a co-founder and board member emeritus of the Merchant Risk Council (MRC), the leading trade association for managing payments, preventing online fraud and promoting secure e-Commerce. She also serves as a board member of the Identity Theft Resource Center, where she created and led the Victim Assistance Program (idtheftcenter. org/VACP), a joint effort between the National Cyber Forensics Training Alliance (nctfa. net), the ITRC and Debix to provide notification and assistance to consumers whose identities have been compromised and found on crime servers by law enforcement.

Ms. Fergerson is a frequent speaker at industry trade events, including International Association of Privacy Professionals, National Retail Federation, Electronic Transaction Association, Economic Crime Summit, Mastercard University, Merchant Risk Council, NACHA, NRF Loss Prevention and the National White Collar Crime Conference. Publications include regular contributions to LooksTooGoodToBeTrue. com (a consumer site run by the FBI and Postal Inspectors), various industry journals, and contributions to three books and two government publications.

About Ethoca

Ethoca’s technology enables broad, automated industry collaboration through a highly secure communications hub and repository used by merchants, payment processors, fraud solution vendors, issuers and banks. Its rapidly growing database contains 600 million merchant and payment provider contributed records containing rich transaction information and outcomes across various payment types. Data can be linked by any attribute, offering a 360-degree view of behavioral patterns online that help identify both good and bad orders and customers.

Ethoca™ is a registered trademark of Ethoca Limited. For more information about Ethoca visit ethoca. com.

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Best Email Advertising of 2008 to Be Named by Web Marketing Association

2011-07-09T10:20:00.000-07:00

Best Email Advertising of 2008 to Be Named by Web Marketing Association

The Best email advertising in 86 industries will be judged as part of the 2008 Internet Advertising Competition awards. Companies or agencies wishing to nominate their work for consideration may do so at IACAward. org before the deadline of January 31, 2008.

Simsbury, CT (PRWEB) November 21, 2007

The Web Marketing Association judges will select the best email advertising of 2008 in 86 industries as part of their sixth annual Internet Advertising Competition (IAC) Awards. The IAC Awards are the first and only industry-based advertising award competition dedicated exclusively to online advertising. Companies or agencies wishing to nominate their work for consideration may do so at IACAward. org (http://www. iacaward. org? gad=CNvQkJkDEgjMICey2iA0NRi6nML_AyCb88Qv) before the deadline of January 31, 2008.

"Email marketing is the workhorse of online marketing for many companies trying to maintain an ongoing relationship with customers and prospects," said William Rice, president of the Web Marketing Association. "The creative used in an email marketing campaign has gone from text only to highly personalized ads targeting highly segmented lists. Each email advertisement and campaign will be judged on creativity, innovation, impact, design, copywriting, and use of the medium. The IAC Awards provides an opportunity to find out who is doing an outstanding job creating email advertising. It's also a great marketing opportunity for the winners to promote to senior management, customers and prospects their outstanding work."

The 2008 Internet Advertising Competition Awards will accept entries from 86 industries, including airline, biotech, B2B, consumer goods, education, health care, financial services, professional services, technology and travel just to name a few. Entries judged to be outstanding will receive an IAC Award. The entry receiving the highest score in each industry will be recognized as the best email advertisement for that industry.

"We believe that winning an industry specific award is more valuable to the participant. It allows the participants to be judges against their peers, just like in the marketplace," said Rice.

The 2007 Best of Show winner for Email Message was IQ Interactive for "Explorer" Video Newsletter. The entry was also recognized as the Best Travel Email Message. Other Top Email Advertisements for 2007 included:

Goodyear Garage January Enthusiast Email Best Automobile Email message submitted by Hitchcock Fleming & Associates

Money Laundering International Conference and Exhibition Best B2B Email message submitted by Creative Direct Marketing Group

Landor Associates Best Consulting Email message submitted by Landor Associates

NMFN News Brief Best Financial Services Email message submitted by TMX Communications

SeaBear Wild Salmon Best Food Industry Email message submitted by Tellus, LLC

U. S. Department of State - "Today I will help a local government" Best Government Email message submitted by JWT Employment Communications

The Rittenhouse - Email Message Best Hotel and Lodging Email message submitted by TIG Global

MetLife Quarterly Service e-Mail Best Insurance Email message campaign Steven Paraboschi

TMX Holiday Cheers Email 2006 Best Interactive Services Email message submitted by TMX Communications

Hispanic Email Best Marketing Email message submitted by CRN International, Inc. Hispanic Email

TAMIFLU Email Best Pharmaceuticals Email message submitted by TMX Communications

Coast Sweetest Day HTML Email Best Restaurant Email message submitted by Mark Roller, Coast Restaurant

Donald Haack Diamonds - Holiday Treasures Best Retail Email message submitted by CC Communications, Inc.

I've been everywhere - eDM Best Telecommunication Email message submitted by The white agency

The 2007 Best of Show winner for Email Message Campaign was NASCAR. com/Datran Media for NASCAR. com Revs Up Fans with Email Marketing. The newsletter was also recognized as the Best Real Estate Email Message.

Driven to Succeed: Mercedes & Aeroplan Best Automobile Email message submitted by ThinData, Inc.

BankAtlantic Upromise Email Offer Best Bank Email message campaign submitted by BankAtlantic Marketing Department

Divide and Conquer Best Consumer Goods Email message campaign submitted by Mark Roller, Ascedia. Inc & Kohler Co.

Key Sector Marketing Campaign Best Employment Email message campaign submitted by AndersElite

Georgia. org Email Newsletters Best Government Email message campaign submitted by Spunlogic

Bariatric Edge Email Best Health Care Email message campaign submitted by Bridge Worldwide

MetLife Quarterly Service e-Mail Best Insurance Email message campaign submitted by Steven Paraboschi

TAMIFLU Email Campaign Best Pharmaceuticals Email message campaign submitted by TMX Communications

Perfect Home Email Campaign Best Retail Email message campaign submitted by nurun | ant farm interactive

SeaBear Wild Salmon Best Small Business Email message campaign submitted by Tellus, LLC

Miami, FL - Festival Season Campaign Best Travel Email message campaign submitted by USDM. net

The 2008 Internet Advertising Competition Awards are open to all organizations and individuals (advertising and interactive agencies, corporate marketing departments, etc.) involved in the process of developing Internet advertising. Entries may be submitted online at http://www. iacaward. org (http://www. iacaward. org). The deadline for entry is January 31, 2008 and will be judged on creativity, innovation, impact, design, copywriting, and use of the medium.

In addition to email advertisements, Awards will be presented within each of the industry categories and advertising formats such as:
Online ad (including banner, pop-up or interstitial) Online ad campaign Rich media online ad Rich Media ad campaign Email message Email campaign Online newsletter campaign Microsite/Landing page Integrated ad campaign Ads the client did not choose

Industries represented in the 2008 IAC Awards (http://www. iacaward. org? gad=CNvQkJkDEgjMICey2iA0NRi6nML_AyCb88Qv) are the following: advertising, advocacy, airline, application service provider, arts, associations, auction, automobile, b2b, bank, beverage, biotechnology, broadcasting, brokerage, catalog, computer hardware, computer retailer, computer software, construction, consulting, consumer goods, credit union, design, directory or search engine, diversified business, education, email, employment, energy, entertainment, events, e-zine, faith-based, family, financial services, food industry, game site, general interest, government, health care, home building, hotel and lodging, information services, institutional services, insurance, interactive services, international business, internet service provider, intranet, investor relations, investment, legal, leisure, magazine, marketing, manufacturing, media, medical, military, movie, music, mutual fund, news, newspaper, non-profit, online community, other, pharmaceuticals, portal, professional services, public relations, publishing, radio, real estate, regional, restaurant, retail, school, shopping, small business, sports, telecommunication, toy & hobby, transportation, travel and university.

Best of show award for each format will be selected from among the industry winners. Ads eligible for entry in the competition must have run during the period from January 1, 2007 through January 31, 2008 (except for the Ads the client did not choose format which do not have to have run.)

Judging for the IAC Awards will take place in February, 2008, and winners will be notified by e-mail one week prior to the general announcement of winners in March, 2008. Judges will consist of a select group of Internet advertising professionals with an in-depth understanding of the current state-of-the-art in Web advertising. Past competition judges have included top executives from leading corporations, institutions and media organizations such as Ogilvy Interactive, Blattner Brunner, Comedy Central, Sun Microsystems, National Cable & Telecom Association, Refinery, Euro RSCG, EPB Interactive, New York Post Interactive, The Cincinnati Enquirer, J. Walter Thompson, Xerox, Art Institute of Pittsburgh, Modem Media, and Answerthink.

The 2008 Internet Advertising Competition Awards are sponsored by the following leading organizations: BGT Partners, Burst Media, PRWeb, Misukanis & Odden, SimpleFeed, ExactTarget, ad:tech conferences, NewsUSA, eComXpo, MediaPost's OMMA conference, TopRank Online Marketing, Creative Chocolate Printing Company, Search Engine Strategies, Webmaster Radio, Rovion, AllBusiness. com and eMarketer. The Web Marketing Association thanks all of its sponsors for helping to make this annual competition possible.

About the Web Marketing Association

The Web Marketing Association (http://www. webmarketingassociation. org) is an organization working to create a high standard of excellence for Web site development and marketing on the Internet. Staffed by volunteers, it is made up of Internet marketing, advertising, PR and design professionals who share an interest in improving the quality of advertising, marketing and promotion used to attract visitors to Web sites. Since 1997, the Web Marketing Association's annual WebAward Competition (http://www. webaward. org) has been helping interactive professionals promote themselves, their companies, and their best work to the outside world. Now in its 11th year, the WebAward Competition has become the premier industry-based site recognition program for online advertisers, Web developers and marketers worldwide.

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Beverly Macy, Managing Partner, Y&M Partners LLC, Receives Congressional Recogition for Forum Focusing On Clean Energy and Power Solutions

2011-07-09T09:50:00.000-07:00

Beverly Macy, Managing Partner, Y&M Partners LLC, Receives Congressional Recogition for Forum Focusing On Clean Energy and Power Solutions

2008 Clean Energy and Power Forum brings key industry, business, and community leaders to discuss the next generation of clean tech solutions.

Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) May 8, 2008

Y&M Partners LLC, a strategic advisory firm located in Beverly Hills, CA., announces that Beverly Macy, Managing Partner was awarded Congressional Recognition from Congressman John Campbell (R-CA) for co-founding the 2008 Clean Energy and Power Forum: The Next Generation of Clean Tech Solutions. This event took place on Tuesday, April 29, 2008 at the University of California, Los Angeles' Tom Bradley International Hall. The event attracted a record-setting attendance of over 300 people, with 11 exhibitors in the product-showcase and a panel of 10 guest speakers.

Hosted by Y&M Partners, KCOMM, National Renewable Energy Lab, QuantumSphere, ROTH Capital Partners, and UCLA, this extraordinary event provided a platform to discuss clean energy and power issues facing our world with a focus on near term business opportunities and commercialization of real solutions. Topics included advances in Battery Power and Storage, Fuel Cell and Hydrogen Generation Systems, Solar Power and Clean Water.

Keynote speakers included:
John A. Turner, Ph. D., National Renewable Energy Lab Speaking on Solar and Hydrogen systems
Kevin Maloney, President, CEO, Co-founder, QunatumSphere, Inc. Speaking on nano-enabled products for clean energy and power applications, near-terms commercialization, grant proposals, and UCLA-funded research projects
Brian Kremer, Investment Banking, ROTH Capital Partners Speaking on clean energy Market size and investments
M. Nyambura Kamau, Consul General, Republic of Kenya (Africa) Speaking on Africa's Energy Reform Initiatives
Hakan Tekin, Consul General, Turkey Speaking on Turkey's Energy Position and Investments
Sinan Kanatsiz, CEO, KCOMM Summit Chairman and Moderator Beverly W. Macy, CEO, Y&M Partners, Instructor, Global Marketing and Strategy, UCLA, Summit Co-Founder and Moderator About the Event Hosts:
Y&M PARTNERS LLC helpsww companies gain insight into complex business challenges, strategize breakthrough solutions, and execute on opportunities that benefit both their customers and the bottom line. The firm's staff has broad industry expertise that focuses on key industry verticals: healthcare, emerging technology, communications, and energy reform.

KCOMM is a marketing communications firm specializing in Public Relations, Public Affairs, Internet Marketing, Events and Relationships.

The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) is the nation's primary laboratory for renewable energy and energy efficiency research and development. NREL's mission and strategy are focused on advancing the U. S. Department of Energy's and our nation's energy goals. The laboratory's scientists and researchers support critical market objectives to accelerate research from scientific innovations to market-viable alternative energy solutions.

QuantumSphere, Inc. (QSI) is a leading manufacturer of advanced catalytic materials and a developer of high performance electrode devices and related technologies for multiple clean-energy and electronics applications. Backed by a strong intellectual property portfolio, QSI products enable breakthrough performance in such multi-billion dollar growth markets as batteries, sensors, fuel cells, and hydrogen generation, among others.

ROTH Capital Partners is a full service investment banking firm dedicated to the small and micro-cap market. The firm is privately owned with current principals being majority owners. The core management team has been consistent for many years. Since the inception of the firm in 1984 ROTH has been a leader and innovator in the small and micro cap markets. ROTH's exclusive focus has been, is, and will continue to offer a full spectrum of investment banking services, including raising capital, research coverage, trading and market making, merger and acquisition advisory services, and investor conferences.

UCLA is one of America's finest universities, UCLA has a tradition of advancing higher education and the common good through excellence in scholarship, research and public service. UCLA is California's largest university and a model for public institutions of higher education.
Y&M Partners is a strategic advisory firm located in Beverly Hills, California. The company was founded in 2001 by senior executives with experience in both established and emerging firms.

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Win a Free Bankroll of up to $100 at ImoPoker

2011-07-08T06:36:00.000-07:00

Win a Free Bankroll of up to $100 at ImoPoker

ImoPoker is a popular poker room and casino review site, and we're offering this promotion as the first of a long series of promotions with Full Tilt Poker and other popular online poker rooms.

Seattle, WA (PRWEB) September 28, 2006

As part of our redesign, ImoPoker is beginning a series of promotions offering free bankrolls for a handful of lucky visitors. In this first series of drawings, four out of the first one hundred members to register and submit their entry will win a free bankroll at Full Tilt Poker. The four bankrolls will be given to a registered member from the first 10, the first 50, and the first 100, plus there's a bonus for the registered member who completes the most raked hands during our promotion.

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In addition to offering a new batch of top promotions, ImoPoker has added a variety of new features, including poker news, articles, blogs, reviews, and ratings about anything and everything related to poker. Membership is free, quick, and easy, and grants visitors access to posting comments and opinions on virtually anything they desire. As such, ImoPoker is a great resource for both finding and presenting useful poker information. Join today to see what you're missing - http://www. imopoker. com (http://www. imopoker. com).

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Cincom Launches Enterprise Management System for MicrosoftÃ Windows ServerÃ 2003

2011-07-08T01:40:00.000-07:00

Cincom Launches Enterprise Management System for MicrosoftÃ Windows ServerÃ 2003

Cincinnati, OH (PRWEB) February 7, 2004

Cincom Systems, Inc. announces today the availability of its Enterprise Management system, CONTROLÂ, built on a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 platform. The pairing seeks to provide new levels of productivity and profitability for complex manufacturers with an unparalleled reduction in total cost of ownership (TCO) as compared to other manufacturing enterprise applications and server platforms.

Now celebrating its 35th year in the software industry, Cincom has been a Microsoft Certified Solution Provider for many years. This announcement represents the first step in a new strategic effort by Cincom to deliver solutions based on Microsoft technology aimed at target markets that include manufacturing, financial services, banking and insurance, energy and government. CincomÂs Manufacturing Business Solutions division is already working closely with Microsoft on a number of business and technology strategies in the target markets.

Ian Lockwood, Director Business Development for CincomÂs Manufacturing Business Solutions division, states, ÂWorking with Microsoft will provide long-term strategic value to Cincom and our customers, thanks to CincomÂs vertical expertise in complex manufacturing, matched with the flexibility and scalability of MicrosoftÂs industry-leading server technologies. The release of CincomÂs Enterprise Management system for Windows Server 2003 provides a superior business and technology infrastructure to our mutual customers, enabling them to better leverage all of their enterprise systems to better support their business requirements.Â

For the past several years, CincomÂs Enterprise Management system has operated on a Windows NTÃ Server 4.0 and UNIX platform, which will still be available to customers. Dave Schwarber, Director of Engineering for Cincom Manufacturing Business Solutions, notes, ÂTodayÂs customers want choices, however they must work within the bounds of their current technology infrastructure, leveraging existing systems and past IT investments. Cincom and Microsoft understand this and are prepared to help these customers evolve, while helping them keep a careful eye on their total cost of ownership.Â

Don Richardson, Director Manufacturing Industry Solutions at Microsoft, comments, ÂIn a manufacturing setting, the pairing of CincomÂs Enterprise Management system and Microsoft Windows Server 2003 enables new levels in system interoperability and scalability, matched with a lower total cost of ownership.Â

CincomÂs Enterprise Management and its Environ technology also utilize Microsoft BizTalkÃ Server as a unified solution aimed at automating a companyÂs business processes, integrating its business systems and eliminating waste throughout the enterprise. ÂMicrosoft is proud to work with Cincom to serve the needs of complex manufacturers worldwide by helping Cincom deliver solutions that take advantage of our integrated platform and enterprise technologies,Â Richardson adds.

About Cincom Manufacturing Business Solutions

Cincom Manufacturing Business Solutions are based on over three decades of experience, providing strategic value to manufacturing companies. During that time, Cincom has provided an evolutionary path for its customers through major technological changes, enabling them to keep pace without major disruption to their businesses. Cincom's knowledge of manufacturing ensures delivery of robust products with rapid implementation resulting in the fastest Return On Investment (ROI) and the best customer support in the industry.

About Cincom

Cincom is the worldÂs most experienced software company, now spanning five decades with solutions to help customers simplify complex business processes and transform corporate information into competitive advantage. Cincom serves thousands of clients on five continents, including Alcatel, Citibank, Federal Express, Nationwide, Siemens and Trane. For more information about CincomÂs products and services, contact Cincom at 1-800-2CINCOM (USA Only). Outside the United States, call your nearest Cincom global office, send an e-mail to info@cincom. com, or visit the companyÂs World Wide Web site at www. cincom. com.

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Kriyari and Plug and Play Offer Unique Online Donation Program 'Holiday Giving Tree'

2011-07-07T07:43:00.000-07:00

Kriyari and Plug and Play Offer Unique Online Donation Program 'Holiday Giving Tree'

Kriyari Inc. and Plug and Play Tech Center bring to life a 'Holiday Giving Tree' to raise money for Toys for Tots and the Second Harvest Food Bank.

Sunnyvale, CA (PRWEB) December 5, 2007

'Tis the season for giving to those in need, so Kriyari (http://www. kriyari. com/), along with Silicon Valley's Plug and Play Tech Center (http://www. plugandplaytechcenter. com/), have teamed up to offer a unique online giving program for the holidays, called the Holiday Giving Tree (http://givingtree. istorez. com/info. html). The Holiday Giving Tree program benefits two charities; Toys for Tots (http://www. toysfortots. org/) and Second Harvest Food Bank (http://www. secondharvest. org/).

Using Kriyari's iStorez technology, the two companies have created a website where donors can easily find toys, clothes, food and gift items from a wide variety of stores and order these to be delivered as gifts for the Toys for Tots program. The donor experience is one of browsing an online mall that has been customized for gift giving by well known stores.

Kriyari will donate all merchant commissions earned through the Holiday Giving Tree site to Second Harvest Food Bank. In addition, Plug and Play will match this donation dollar-for-dollar.

"It gives me a great pleasure to announce our Giving Tree program in partnership with Kriyari Inc. I believe each community or corporation can initiate this Giving Tree every year. We are grateful for the health and pleasures in life. I look forward to the Plug and Play Tech Center community actively participating in the Giving Tree and helping two very worthy causes," said Saeed Amidi, CEO of Plug and Play.

Employees of the 100+ plus companies that are located at the Plug and Play Tech Center, friends and family can all now buy and donate gifts to Toys for Tots and have them delivered to the holiday tree in the building's lobby. In addition, the site is open to anyone to do their holiday shopping, which will all go towards helping the Second Harvest Food Bank.

For 60 years, Toys for Tots has collected new, unwrapped toys during the months of October, November and December and distributed them as Christmas gifts to children in need. Gifts donated to Toys for Tots will be collected at the Plug & Play office in Sunnyvale and should be shipped to the address below no later than December 20th.

Holiday Giving Tree
Plug and Play Tech Center
440 North Wolfe Rd.
Sunnyvale, CA 94085
Phone: 408-524-1400

"We are very pleased that Kriyari and Plug and Play have chosen Toys for Tots to be a part of their Holiday Giving Tree campaign. Toys for Tots is committed to bringing joy to families in need during the holidays and we could not fulfill our mission without the generosity and support of the community. With the many options vying for the public's donation dollars, innovative programs like the Holiday Giving Tree are vital to our continued success," said Sgt. Jin Liu of Toys for Tots.

About Kriyari Inc:
Kriyari Inc. is a venture funded company based at Plug and Play. The company is the developer and operator of the iStorez network. The iStorez Network creates interactive and timely storefronts for 400+ retailers and syndicates branded shopping content from these stores and brands. iStorez is a one-stop-destination for consumers to browse and discover the latest products, newest deals and ongoing promotions from their favorite stores and brands. iStorez selects and presents the most relevant stores to consumers based on their interests like a seasonal theme (Holiday 2007, Christmas Specials), a product interest (handbags, laptop) or a shopping category (teen apparel, sporting goods). To experience the Holiday Giving Tree, go to http://givingtree. istorez. com/ (http://givingtree. istorez. com/)

About Plug and Play Tech Center:
Plug and Play Tech Center is a strategic partner to a vibrant community of 100+ technology start-up companies. Based in Sunnyvale, it offers these companies a full range of services from office space, data center, strategic advice to introductions to potential investors. They are committed to cultivating the next generation of revolutionary start-ups in Silicon Valley that will impact people globally.

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Plaza Bank Chooses The Edcomm Group To Deliver Customized Banking Compliance Training

2011-07-07T01:30:00.000-07:00

Plaza Bank Chooses The Edcomm Group To Deliver Customized Banking Compliance Training

Plaza Bank has selected The Edcomm Group to deliver customized Banking Compliance training for its bank-wide training needs. Plaza also chose to implement Edcomm’s own LMS, Learning Link® for hosting and maintenance. A former client of Compliance Coach, Plaza has taken advantage of Edcomm’s “Switch for Compliance Excellence” program.

NEW YORK, NY (PRWEB) October 22, 2006

“Switch for Compliance Excellence” was developed by Edcomm as a way for banks that are currently under contract with a different compliance training vendor, to switch to Edcomm’s Focus on Compliance course, free of charge. Edcomm is offering to switch any bank from any vendor at no cost to the bank. Also at no cost, Edcomm will migrate all historical compliance training records into Learning Link® for seamless record-keeping and reporting.

Dr. Linda Eagle, President of The Edcomm Group said, “We want to enable every bank to provide the very best compliance training to their people by delivering our Focus on Compliance program. If you’re working with another vendor — BAI, BankersEdge, Bankers Systems, BTCC, BVS, Compliance Coach, Digital University, Harland, Kirchman, Sage Online Learning, Thomson NETg, TRC Interactive, Trinity Workplace Learning, Sheshunoff, Wolters Kluwer, or anyone else — we will switch you over at no additional cost to your bank.”

Eagle explained a few of the differences between Edcomm’s Compliance Training and the products and services offered by other vendors. “Our content is superior and our service is superior, but it doesn’t stop there. When we sign up a bank, it’s their choice to renew. We don’t demand a binding, multi-year contract the way most of our competitors do. Banks stay with Edcomm because they want to, not because they have to!”

Focus on Compliance, a computer-based, distance-learning program, can be delivered via Internet, Intranet or CD-ROM. The program teaches banking compliance using easy-to-understand language in an interactive, self-paced format. Participants learn from their own perspective, with a curriculum customized to their position. Focus on Compliance covers: Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), Anti-Money Laundering (AML), USA PATRIOT Act, OFAC, Privacy, Reg P, Gramm-Leach Bliley Act, Right to Financial Privacy, Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX), Reg CC & Check 21, Reg D, Reg E, Reg Z, Truth in Lending, FCRA, FACT Act, HMDA, CRA, and Bank Bribery, among others. The program also includes a quick reference guide to all banking regulations, as well as a glossary of terms and a library of reference materials.

Learning Link®, Edcomm’s full-featured learning management system has an open architecture that builds on industry-standard SCORM and AICC compliance, but adds features and capabilities far beyond any competing products. Learning Link® maintains a complete record of every learning and administrative activity and offers a wide variety of customizable, real-time reports available both onscreen and in CSV formats for download and integration into any HR system. Learning Link’s servers have been issued a SAS-70 attesting to the quality of their security, business continuity and performance.

For more information about programs like this, or to find out how The Edcomm Group can customize any training program, log onto www. bankersacademy. com.

Plaza Bank, located in Irvine, CA is Orange County’s newest business bank, having opened its doors for business on December 30, 2005. The Bank’s focus is to serve small - to medium-sized businesses. Plaza Bank is able to provide a wide range of products and services for the entrepreneur, including lines of credit, commercial loans for working capital or equipment financing, and Small Business Administration (SBA) loans for purchase or construction of a building for the business.

The Edcomm Group has had the privilege of assisting many distinguished clients with business solutions in the form of eLearning programs, classroom instruction, multimedia production and online and print based documentation. In addition to the development of customized programs, The Edcomm Group offers many off-the-shelf courses such as Teller Training, Compliance Training and Systems Training specifically designed for banks, credit unions and money services businesses that have proven themselves effective in organizations around the world.

The Edcomm Group is a 19-year-old multimedia education and communication consulting firm specializing in the development of creative business solutions that improve productivity, customer service and market share — providing bottom-line results. The Edcomm Group (www. edcomm. com) (www. bankersacademy. com) is headquartered in New York City with an Advanced Design Center located in Fort Washington, Pennsylvania.

For more information, please contact:

Linda Eagle

President, The Edcomm Group

1-888-4EDCOMM

Linda. eagle @ edcomm. com

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Liar Liar List LLC Announces New Partners

2011-07-06T23:16:00.000-07:00

Liar Liar List LLC Announces New Partners

Liarliarlist. com management team will set “pants on fire!”

North Hollywood, CA (PRWEB) August 10, 2010

Liarliarlist. com (http://liarliarlist. com), a brand new website that publishes members reviews of people who lie on their online dating profiles, has just appointed Microsoft Corporation alumni Adesh Desai as Chief Technology Officer and Deepak Sodhi as Chief Operating Officer.

In making the announcment, LLL Founder and CEO Beth Greenfield said, “Liar Liar List now has the innovative technological, managerial and creative talent, with a proven track record in web development, programming and operations, to take our new website to the next level...and way beyond.”

With more than 25 years of industry experience, Desai and Sodhi have held senior positions in a variety of roles with some of the marquee names in technology: Microsoft, Hughes, Walt Disney, Siemens and Yamaha.

CTO Desai worked as a principal technologist at Microsoft assisting their largest clients with state-of-the-art Microsoft technologies and helping to direct their sales and business development activities, as well.

COO, Sodhi, was one of the original employees at Microsoft Consulting Southern California, with clients including Walt Disney and Universal Studios. Sodhi and his team developed and launched the Universal Studios e-commerce and auction site in record time and became a top e-commerce specialist and keynote speaker on behalf of Microsoft.

In 1999, Desai and Sodhi left Microsoft to start a telecommunications and mobile software venture, HeyAnita Inc., which was funded by Softbank Japan, Mobius Capital and Intel Corporation.

Serving in the capacity of the executive management team, the partners were responsible for technology, strategy, customer delivery and operations. And under their guidance, HeyAnita Inc, developed into a leading provider of enhanced messaging solutions to the global telecommunications industry.

Creating award-winning and patented products and applications for such clients as Verizon Wireless and Sprint PCS, HeyAnita’s messaging solutions were made available to more than 50 million subscribers worldwide.

Since the sale of the company in 2006, Desai and Sodhi have been producing the online marketing websites and film promotions for major movie studios, primarily with their international markets.

Now with their hands-on involvement in the development and growth of Liarliarlist. com (http://liarliarlist. com), the new management team is energized by a brand new opportunity. “This is a unique project within one of the most dynamic online industries,” Sodhi says. “Online dating is still in its infancy and is already the third largest revenue producing industry on the Internet. With innovative ideas, its expansion is limitless. And we are innovators.”

“The liarliar concept of becoming the Better Business Bureau of the online dating industry,” Desai adds, “combined with the creative features already on the site, is ingenious. Bringing ‘truth in advertising’ to dating profiles and pictures is vital if you want to keep people using the online dating sites. And it’s fun. There’s nothing like it in the dating industry and we’ve barely scratched the surface of where we intend to take it. Lying has never been so entertaining!”

Liarliarlist. com (http://liarliarlist. com) is the place to be for provocative and humorous commentary on life, love, lies and liars.

For more information please contact info(at)liarliarlist(dot)com or 818-762-2920.

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Barclays Research Reveals Time-Poor Brits are Turning to Domestic Help

2011-07-06T14:45:00.000-07:00

Barclays Research Reveals Time-Poor Brits are Turning to Domestic Help

Barclays research shows almost one in 10 households currently employ at least one person.

(PRWEB) June 13, 2007

New research from Barclays reveals that almost one in 10 households currently employ at least one person and more than a quarter of households (27 per cent) have or are considering employing staff to help out with domestic work or chores. Of those who employ staff a massive 82 per cent employ cleaners, followed by 30 per cent gardeners, 17 per cent nannies, and 16 per cent to do the ironing.

Time pressures are the main cause of the boom in domestic staff -- 70 per cent claim that they do not have the time to do the duties themselves whilst 36 per cent prefer to spend their time doing other things. Overall a third state that they dislike doing chores.

Unsurprisingly, wealthier households are more likely to employ staff; almost one in six (17 per cent) of those earning more than £50,000 currently have at least one domestic helper and a further 25 per cent of this sector are considering hiring help or have done so previously.

The majority of those who do not employ domestic staff (49 per cent) cite affordability as the main reason. But the Barclays (http://www. barclays. co. uk/ (http://www. barclays. co. uk/)) research also indicates that many other British households obviously have a penchant for housework as a similarly high number (41 per cent) claim that they prefer to do chores themselves. Despite this, a cleaner would still be the first choice for domestic help (52 per cent) followed by someone to do the ironing (11 per cent) or a personal trainer (10 per cent).

Jane Parry, director of marketing, Barclays Premier Banking (http://www. barclays. co. uk/premier (http://www. barclays. co. uk/premier)), said: "Long gone are the 'upstairs downstairs' days of domestic staff which were the preserve of the nobility. In the 21st century we are all trying to cram as much into our lives as possible and will think nothing of taking on the help we need to do this. Employing someone to help with the house, the garden or the kids is viewed as a necessity rather than a luxury. Prioritising our time by letting someone else handle our finances, training regime or shopping is fundamental to our hectic modern lifestyles."

Barclays Premier Banking (http://www. barclays. co. uk/premier (http://www. barclays. co. uk/premier)) offers customers exclusive and personalised financial services, which can be accessed however, whenever and wherever they choose.

About Barclays:
Barclays PLC is a major global financial services provider engaged in retail and commercial banking, credit cards, investment banking, wealth management and investment management services. We are one of the largest financial services companies in the world by market capitalisation. Operating in over 50 countries and employing 123,000 people, we move, lend, invest and protect money for over 27 million customers and clients worldwide. With over 300 years of history and expertise in banking, Barclays PLC has six major businesses.

UK Banking delivers banking products and services to over 14 million retail customers and 780,000 businesses in the UK.

Barclaycard is one of the leading credit card businesses in Europe, and has 9.8 million UK customers and 6.4 million international cards in issue.

Barclays International Retail and Commercial Banking operations have over 2 million international clients, in geographies which currently include France, Spain, Portugal, Italy, India, Africa and the Middle East. Absa has an additional 8.3 million retail customers in South Africa.

Barclays PR contact:
Andrew McDougall
Retail Banking PR Manager
Barclays
1 Churchill Place
London
E14 5HP
+44 (0)20 7116 6159
Http://www. barclays. co. uk/ (http://www. barclays. co. uk/)

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The Complete Interview Guide Receives Highest Rating

2011-07-06T11:59:00.000-07:00

The Complete Interview Guide Receives Highest Rating

The Complete Interview Guide is awarded 5-star rating from Review Place.

Phoenix, AZ (PRWEB) March 6, 2006

The Complete Interview Guide, just received a full, five star rating from the Review Place (www. ReviewPlace. com) for its seamless services offering top techniques for job interview situations.

The Complete Interview Guide is proud to have received a 5 star rating from Review Place.

“We can help you ace virtually any job interview you get, without stumbling, stammering, or being stumped by offbeat interview questions. We can help you learn how to master job interview skills in rapid speed time, and instead of having job interview jitters, you can look forward to the job interview without having to worry about the competition,” said Matt DeLuca, a spokesman for The Complete Interview Guide.

The Complete Interview Guide combats any surprises during an interview situation so that applicants can make the most of their interview without being overcome by nervousness and without faltering for great answers. Their web site also offers free downloads for job seekers returning to the work place, mature workers and graduates and first job seekers. For interviewers who are stumped for questions, The Complete Interview Guide provides the Interviewer's Question Bank comprised of over 600 questions tailored to 48 different skills.

“Our reviewers have thoroughly examined and checked all the services offered by The Complete Interview Guide and are fully satisfied with their full range of services. It is the number one website for anyone who wants not only the knowledge and the questions about job interviews but also the most intelligent answers,” said Andy West, of Review Place.

Review Place is a leading provider of editorial and consumer based reviews on thousands of products and services. Review Place rates and reviews everything from weight loss programs to employment services to online dating sites. Review Place's goal is simple: they want to save you time and money by providing quality information on the issues that impact your life. For more information, visit www. ReviewPlace. com.

To find out more about The Complete Interview Guide and other related services, including descriptions, testimonials, and product reviews, please visit Review Place's Interviewing category on the web at: www. reviewplace. com/cat-290-Employment--Employment-Information. html (http://www. reviewplace. com/cat-290-Employment--Employment-Information. html).

About The Complete Interview Guide

Matt & Nan DeLuca, authors of the best selling "Best Answers to the 201 Most Frequently Asked Interview Questions" and the job-interview. net experts will prepare anyone for a job interview with the Complete Interview Guide. They reveal how to quickly learn to answer questions like a pro so that no matter what an interviewer asks, anyone can remain calm, cool, and confident.

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Jim Ellis Auto Dealerships Host Annual Charity Golf Tournament to help Atlanta's Children this Winter

2011-07-03T08:58:00.000-07:00

Jim Ellis Auto Dealerships Host Annual Charity Golf Tournament to help Atlanta's Children this Winter

Jim Ellis Automotive Dealerships sponsored their Ninth Annual charity golf tournament on August 23, 2009 at Chateau Elan Winery and Resort and helped raise over $85,000 for Atlanta area charities.

Atlanta, GA (PRWEB) September 3, 2009

Jim Ellis Automotive Dealerships sponsored their Ninth Annual charity golf tournament on August 23, 2009 at Chateau Elan Winery and Resort.

"Nothing was ever given to me. Success came by working for it. Now my wife Billie and I want to share our blessings and opportunities. It's time to give back." - Jim Ellis

The 245 golfers who participated helped raise over $85,000 for Atlanta area charities.

The recipient list has not yet been finalized at this time, as the donations are made in November for the Holiday Season. The Jim Ellis charity's mission statement reads "We will directly serve children in need in Metro Atlanta, enhancing the dignity, health, and well being for our future generation in our community."

Last Year's recipient list included 501c3 non-profit organizations in the Atlanta metro area serving the needs of children. Recipients included: Norcross Co-Op Ministries Greg Ellis Center, Calvary Children's Home, Our House, Babies Can't Wait, Jesse's House, Frank Ski Kids, Parkwood Farms, Kare for Kids, Children's Restoration Network, Boys and Girls Club of America, Georgia Center for Children's Advocacy, and the Aflac Cancer Center.

The charities are nominated by the 650+ employees of the Jim Ellis Automotive Dealerships, and voted on by the leadership team each fall. Employees are also active in the event itself, either by volunteering their time to help set up, organize and run the event, or by participating in the tournament.

Charity funds are raised via corporate sponsorships, team and single players, donations, silent auction funds, and other items that were sold during the tournament itself.

2009 Platinum sponsors were Manheim Auctions, Audi of America, and JM&A.

Gold-level sponsors were Bank of America, ACS of GA, Porsche Cars North America, Clear Channel, Johnson Industries, Mazda Corporate, and Cox Radio.

The tournament's Silver sponsors were Carfax, MAADA, Specialty Roofing & Coatings, Cars. com, American Radio, Dealix, Kelly Blue Book, J. E. Carrier, VSE of GA, Reynolds & Reynolds, Enterprise Rent-a-Car, Kudzu. com, Autotrader, McPherson Oil, Hyundai, Cintas, Kar-Chem Supply, Premaco, Castrol, AJC, and Redline Rim Repair.

About Jim Ellis Automotive Dealerships: The Jim Ellis Auto Dealerships have been a family-owned and operated business since 1971, and have automotive dealerships located in Atlanta and Marietta, Georgia. The Jim Ellis dealerships sell new cars from Audi, Chevrolet, Buick, Pontiac, GMC, Hyundai, Mazda, Porsche, Saab and Volkswagen, as well as a wide selection of used cars. To learn more, or to browse a complete inventory online, please visit the Jim Ellis Dealership website.

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Small Business Fuels the Economy

2011-07-03T07:17:00.000-07:00

Small Business Fuels the Economy

The news is filled with stories about plant closures and employee layoffs by major corporations. There are few, if any, stories about the economic situation in the small business section. . .and the news there is both good and bad.

Irvine, CA (PRWEB) June 8, 2008

"There is good news and bad news as regards the small business sector," says David Banfield, President of The Interface Financial Group. "The good news is that small business fuels the economy. These small businesses are creating jobs, albeit one at a time, along with revenues on the local level, and that fuels the national economy."

"The bad news," David continues, "is that the small business sector is the most over-looked and under-assisted area of many national economies, and the North American scene is no exception."

Because of the current economic situation, the banking world generally shuns small business enterprises as being under-capitalized and generally speaking too small or too new to command a place in their financing programs. Therefore, small businesses have to exist on their own resources. This often means that the next growth plateau is just out of reach for the majority of them, and they become the victims of their own success. The lack of short-term working capital continually hampers their growth opportunities.

"The Interface Financial Group has been addressing this need in the North American marketplace for 36 years and has been responsible for the growth of hundreds of businesses that would probably not be in business today without our services." Says David Banfield. Interface offers a user-friendly and cost-effective way of providing short-term working capital that can stimulate the growth opportunities of even very early stage growth companies.

Interface operates throughout North America, Australia and New Zealand on a franchise-format basis. This approach allows all offices to act in a time-sensitive manner in their own local environment. Such an approach generates a close working relationship between Interface and their clients and enables transactions to be completed on a person-to-person basis in just 2 or 3 business days.

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PenleyÂs Fast Watch Integrates First American CREDCOÂs Credit Reporting Solutions

2011-07-02T21:40:00.000-07:00

PenleyÂs Fast Watch Integrates First American CREDCOÂs Credit Reporting Solutions

Leading USA Patriot ACT solution further streamlines processes and increases efficiencies for financial institutions

(PRWEB) March 1, 2004

DULUTH, GA PRWEB) March 1, 2004--Penley, Inc., the nation's leader in account integrity, today introduced the availability of credit reports via Fast Watch, the leading technology solution for USA Patriot Act Section 326, 314(a) and OFAC compliance.

By integrating with First American CREDCOÂs solutions, customers can further streamline the account opening process with the option of ordering credit reports and scores through the Fast Watch interface. Customers can choose from single or merged credit reports, which consolidate bureau data into one easy-to-read report for the most comprehensive consumer credit history available.

ÂIt is very beneficial for our institution to have all our new account opening processes located in one place. Through Fast Watch, we can verify the identity of prospective customers, screen government lists, and record our transactional data. Then, if necessary, we can retrieve a credit report, a ChexSystems report, a Background Watch report or the Suspicious Activity Report (SAR) form,Â Rhonda Hendrix of Pineland State Bank. ÂWe avoid having to log onto different websites and re-key information so we save time and money while keeping our customer service levels high.Â

ÂAt Penley, our mission is to provide the financial services market with the best technology that helps our customers increase operational efficiency, reduce identity fraud, and comply with the Patriot Act regulations,Â Bruce Lowthers, CEO of Penley. ÂThe integration with First American CREDCOÂs Credit Reporting Solutions is a natural extension of this goal and helps us to further exceed our customers' expectations as well as offer the most comprehensive, easy-to-use and cost-effective solution available in the market.

About Penley, Inc.

Penley Inc., the nationÂs leader in account integrity, offers easy-to-use technology solutions that provide financial institutions with comprehensive information that protects against fraud, offers business intelligence and increases operational efficiency. With more than 800 institutions implementing the solution, PenleyÂs Fast WatchÂ leads the market in providing complete USA Patriot Act Section 326, 314(a) and OFAC compliance as well as an extensive identity fraud prevention program. The company's advanced technology platform ensures the delivery of superior services as well as best-of-breed automation, security, and technology. For more information or to take a Âtest driveÂ, visit www. penleyinc. com.

About First American CREDCO

First American CREDCO, a member of The First American Corporation (NYSE: FAF) family of companies, processes millions of credit transactions annually and is the industryÂs technology and service leader. The company is the leading provider of specialty credit reports to the mortgage, consumer finance and automotive industries. First American CREDCO proudly serves a broad range of lending and retail markets with a variety of business information products and services. More information about the company can be found at www. credco. com.

For more information, please contact:

Alisa Barchie

Penley, Inc.

Director of Marketing

678-475-0032

Kimberly Price

First American CREDCO

Senior Marketing & PR Specialist

619-938-6809

Line is Drawn Between Natural and Human Accelerated Erosion

2011-07-02T03:19:00.000-07:00

Line is Drawn Between Natural and Human Accelerated Erosion

The International Erosion Control Association has issued a position statement defining natural versus human accelerated erosion and the relationship between them.

Steamboat Springs, CO (PRWEB) June 22, 2006

The causes of erosion and increased sedimentation in our waters are varied and complex. The results of erosion are just as broad, ranging from amazing natural beauty such as the Grand Canyon to disastrous flooding and the destruction of wildlife habitats.

While it is not always possible or essential to protect land from the effects of natural erosion, there are many measures that can be taken to prevent erosion caused by humans. But first a distinction between natural erosion and human accelerated erosion must be made.

The International Erosion Control Association (IECA) has issued a position statement defining “human accelerated” and “natural” erosion. The statement draws a line between problems triggered by natural events such as hurricanes which are often intensified by human causes such as vegetation removal and land development.

The IECA is a source for information and strategies to combat human accelerated erosion and to control natural erosion which threatens human developed property and activities.

Read more about the distinction between human accelerated erosion and natural erosion in the following position statement.

For more information about controlling human accelerated erosion visit www. ieca. org.

IECA Position Statement: The Distinction Between Natural Erosion and Human Accelerated Erosion

Author: Tom Williams

Reviewers: Erosion and Sediment Control Technology Section

Adopted: April 2006

Expires: April 2011

The International Erosion Control Association (IECA) is dedicated to providing the ways and means to address human accelerated erosion and in controlling natural erosion when it threatens human activities or projects. Consequently, definitions of “human accelerated” and “natural” erosion are necessary.

Human accelerated erosion is defined as any erosion increase over historical levels from an area following any human activity or event measurable by: increased sediment load in run-off, down gradient wind or water cutting or deposition, reduced air quality or visibility due to wind erosion, rill or gully erosion due to water flow, or any other means of measurement. Human accelerated wind or water erosion may be caused by such events and activities as: vegetation removal for land development, over grazing, changes in water regimes, fire caused by humans, agriculture, timber harvesting, road construction, mining, or other human activity. Mass wasting, such as slumping, landslides or rock falls are not included in the definition of human accelerated erosion, as they are or can be a result of human accelerated erosion, but are not considered a cause of erosion themselves.

Natural erosion is defined as any wind or water erosion caused by natural, or non-human controlled, events or activities. Natural erosion may be caused by catastrophic events such as tornadoes, hurricanes, volcanoes, tidal waves, earthquakes, or other natural event. Natural erosion may also be caused by more common natural events such as non-human altered stream flow, stream meandering, wave action on shorelines, sheet flow from rainstorms, or snowmelt. Natural erosion may also be caused by animal activities such as grazing, trail use or heard movements, so long as they are wild animals and not subject to human control, with the acknowledgement that this limits natural animal caused erosion to very few instances.

It is acknowledged that natural erosion is part of the cause of such natural wonders as the Grand Canyon in the United States, Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe and Zambia, the Harbor at Rio De Janeiro in Brazil and many other natural wonders around the world. IECA is in no way an advocate of changing or influencing natural erosion of this scale or beneficial significance. However, where natural erosion threatens human developed property, activities or projects, such as homes, parks or businesses constructed along shorelines, streambanks or on hillsides, IECA is an advocate for erosion and sediment controls to protect the developed land from natural as well as human accelerated erosion.

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Where Will Part of $2B in Fontainebleau Las Vegas Hotel & Casino Assets go to Auction?

2011-07-01T15:09:00.000-07:00

Where Will Part of $2B in Fontainebleau Las Vegas Hotel & Casino Assets go to Auction?

Although Billionaire investor Carl Icahn received approval to purchase the Bankrupt Fontainebleau casino and resort on the strip – the real news is what is happening to the materials that were slated to be installed in the defunct $2B project. AMI Hospitality (Architectural Materials, Inc) may help put some of that money right into your pocket at their upcoming auction.

Zephyr Cove, NV (PRWEB) September 28, 2010

The Las Vegas dream of the Fontainebleau (http://www. lasvegassun. com/news/2010/jan/19/carl-icahn-take-ownership-fontainebleau-las-vegas-/) has cost more than $2 billion, and was about 70 percent complete when developers filed for Chapter 11 protection in June. An auction is scheduled for October 6th in Las Vegas.

The untold story of value is with Aaron Smith, President of AMI (Architectural Materials, Inc.) – who is left with over 1000 5-star guest suites that were manufactured for the top-of-the-line Fontainebleau dream center. The materials were never installed.

AMI is selling all the new construction materials at Absolute Auction to the highest bidders regardless of price October 6th at his Las Vegas Warehouse.

AMI owns all the solid wood doors, hardware, tempered shower enclosures, metal fasteners, desks, tools, trim and everything one would want to either build a 1000 plus luxury condo—or enough supplies to refurbish 100 modest sized Marriott Hotels.

Smith is essentially giving it all away on October 6th in Las Vegas at their huge warehouse at 4030 Industrial Center Drive. Everything will be sold to the highest bidders, regardless of price, at a live Absolute Auction that will be broadcast globally via the internet. Bidders can purchase one to 1000 rooms of the highest grade materials for pennies on the dollar.

When AMI’s president was asked how he could afford to give it all away at auction, his comment was simple, “Well, we already swallowed the donkey, the tail just can’t be that much more.” AMI has already successfully written off millions in bad debts, and has moved on to a multitude of other profitable and energetic projects.

The resolution to this story is simple: “Get registered via Heritage Global Partners or Exclusively Auctions (http://exclusivelyauctions. com/gallery. php? id=102) website to view a catalog (http://www. auctionflex. com/showlots. ap? co=56936&weid=14168) that offers diamonds for the price of carbon and make your dreams a reality.” Someone is going to put money from this into their own pockets.

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Cybercriminals Able to Turn Almost Any PC Anywhere into a Weapon

2011-06-30T08:34:00.000-07:00

Cybercriminals Able to Turn Almost Any PC Anywhere into a Weapon

Any PC anywhere could be used for cybercrime; FBI urges corporations to help fight the battle.

Ridgeland, MS (PRWEB) March 1, 2006

At the February RSA conference, FBI Director Robert Mueller summoned the cooperation of corporations and law-enforcement agencies worldwide to join in the battle against cybercrime. The agency created its own Cyber Division four years ago, and has since deployed specially trained cybersquads to 56 of its U. S. field offices. However, the trend toward organized groups of criminals operating across international borders has necessitated increased cooperation with foreign law enforcement since almost any PC anywhere could be the source.

In response to this growing trend, the FBI is building relationships with law enforcement bodies and agencies worldwide – installing on-the-ground operatives in countries suspected of being hotbeds for cybercrime, and working on formal treaty-level agreements with others. Another major challenge includes corporate reporting practices regarding security breaches. Mueller suspects that the majority of security breaches go unreported due to fear of reprisal and adverse publicity, but the FBI relies heavily on these reports to investigate and track down the perpetrators.

The rise in cybercrime such as trade secret violations and security breaches over the last year, including the compromise of information for an estimated 200,000 bank customers, has created an atmosphere of fear for corporations and consumers as it appears to be dangerous for PCs to connect to anything. As the Internet plays a greater role in business, companies must do all they can to reassure and protect themselves and their customers online. This need for security becomes even more pronounced as the growing volume of remote workers requires employees to connect to remote PCs or servers via the Internet.

NetworkStreaming, the Mississippi company dedicated to providing secure PC remote control solutions, has adopted the appliance model to provide the level of security needed to ensure safety in this hostile environment. SupportDesk, the company’s appliance-based remote support solution, arrives at your location as a secure device, and then resides at your facility under your current security measures. The administrator has granular control of the privileges allowed each remote support rep. And, as all traffic is 256-SSL-AES-encrypted and heavily compressed, the entire datastream is secure. No customer data is being routed through a third party, and no elements of the application, which might open either end to a security breach, is left in place after the session is complete. Unlike the ASP model, there is no centralized data to access – which fully protects corporations and customers alike.

Support can be given to any PC anywhere (http://www. networkstreaming. com/remote-support-solutions/supportdesk. htm) in about 10 seconds, without the need to open any ports other than those already open to connect to the Internet or network, and already protected by the company’s established security measures. This secure architecture significantly reduces cybercrime in the help desk and PC remote control arena, making it safe for any PC anywhere to be remotely accessed to provide support.

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NAMWOLF Urges Public Service Commission To Establish Minority And Women-Owned Business Goals

2011-06-29T12:18:00.000-07:00

NAMWOLF Urges Public Service Commission To Establish Minority And Women-Owned Business Goals

NAMWOLF reaches out to Public Service Commission of Wisconsin to enhance opportunities for minority and women owned businesses.

Milwaukee, WI (PRWEB) March 4, 2008

The National Association of Minority and Women Owned Law Firms (NAMWOLF) recently received a response from the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSCW) regarding the use of minority and women owned businesses. After learning that Northern States Power Company was seeking the PSCW's approval for debt securities financing, NAMWOLF reached out to the PSCW since there did not appear to be any minority or women owned businesses included in the proposed transaction.

NAMWOLF is a national trade association that advocates for promoting true diversity in the legal profession by fostering the development of long lasting relationships between preeminent minority and women owned law firms and private/public entities.

"We are quite confident that there are ample roles for MBE/WBE law firms, financial advisors and investments banks to play if allowed a place at the table," wrote NAMWOLF's Managing Director Yolanda Coly. The PSCW responded stating Ms. Coly's letter will be made part of the records in the referenced dockets relating to Northern States Power Company's proposed financings.

The next step for NAMWOLF is to contact the Commissioners of the PSCW and encourage them to adopt rules similar to that of the California Public Utilities Commission (PU). Pursuant to PU Code Section 8283, legislature requires an annual submission by Commission-regulated gas, electric, and telephone utilities, and their regulated subsidiaries and affiliates, with gross annual revenues exceeding $25 million, of absolute plans for increasing procurement from women-, minority-, and disabled veteran-owned business enterprises (WMDVBEs). General Order (GO) 156 requires each utility to establish goals for utility purchases of services, goods, and fuel as a percentage of total procurement from WMDVBEs. The goals are 15 percent (minority-owned), 5 percent (women-owned), and 1.5 percent (disabled veteran-owned). NAMWOLF is optimistic the PSCW will be open to establishing MBE/WBE goals.

NAMWOLF will be holding its fourth Annual Meeting in Dallas, Texas on November 13 and 14, 2008. For more information please call 414-277-1139.

About NAMWOLF
The National Association of Minority & Women Owned Law Firms (www. namwolf. org) was founded in June 2001. Headquartered in Milwaukee, NAMWOLF is a national trade association that advocates for promoting true diversity in the legal profession by fostering the development of long lasting relationships between preeminent minority and women owned law firms and private/public entities.

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