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Language Connect Reports 105% Turnover Growth; Achieves Record Full-Year Revenue and Profit
Language Connect, a language, localization and iMarketing services company, has announced record turnover growth of 105% for its 2010/11 financial year. The company achieved all-time record consolidated revenue exceeding prior forecasts. This growth is a result of high-profile contract wins in... - October 27, 2011 - Language Connect
International Engineering Firm Buro Happold Debuts Happold Consulting in the US
Buro Happold expands in North America with strategic and management consulting services; subsidiary provides integrated development solutions to public and private sector clients. - October 27, 2011 - Buro Happold
Small Businesses Can Make Their Email More Effective with Ventureneer’s Tips
Don’t forget email in your online marketing mix. With tips from Ventureneer, small businesses can make email a marketing powerhouse. - October 27, 2011 - Ventureneer
Southwest Solutions Group Was Awarded a Contract by the Harris County Courthouse to Install Spacesaver Storage Systems
Southwest Solutions Group installed several Spacesaver storage systems for the newly renovated Harris County Courthouse. - October 27, 2011 - Southwest Solutions Group
Dale Carnegie Training Tampa Bay Presents: How to Win Friends and Influence People in the Digital Age
Dale Carnegie Tampa Bay, a Global Franchise, specializing in developing leadership and communication skills, is hosting a Breakfast Seminar on Dale Carnegie's newly released book: How To Win Friends and Influence People In The Digital Age. Guests in attendance will receive a copy of this newly... - October 27, 2011 - Rick J. Gallegos & Associates
Ventureneer Webinar Takes the Dread Out of Performance Reviews
Feedback to employees -- and listening -- can motive staff and prevent costly turnover. Learn to make performance reviews helpful, not hurtful. - October 27, 2011 - Ventureneer
Elite Line Services (ELS) the Leader in Airport Equipment Maintenance Services Announces the Start of a New Contract at the Tom Bradley International Terminal, LAX
ELS announces the commencement of its Operation and Maintenance (O&M) contract responsibility for the new inline Baggage Handling System (BHS) and Passenger Boarding Bridges (PBB) at the recently renovated Tom Bradley International Terminal (TBIT). The BHS is approximately 14,500 linear feet,... - October 26, 2011 - Elite Line Services
eBoss+ Ready to Accept New Subscribers
Beginning 31 October 2011, eBoss+ Recruitment Software will be opening its virtual doors to new subscribers. - October 26, 2011 - eBoss Online Recruitment Solutions
XTIVIA, Inc. Expands Open Source Solutions to Include the Alfresco Platform
XTIVIA, Inc. announced today that it has become an Alfresco Certified Gold Partner and is expanding its consulting practice to include the Alfresco ECM suite of products. XTIVIA’s focus will be on the Alfresco Enterprise Edition, an award-winning platform. The Alfresco Enterprise is an... - October 26, 2011 - XTIVIA, Inc.
TransGuardian President Jim Moseley Speaks at Parcel Forum 2011
At Parcel Forum 2011 in Chicago, TransGuardian President Jim Moseley presented ways to reduce risk and save money on insured parcel shipping. “It’s important to de-bunk myths in the parcel insurance industry about ‘safe practices’ that have no effect on risk and explore... - October 26, 2011 - TransGuardian, Inc.
Stop the Traffic in Humans by the Network for Peace
Network for Peace honors Media 4 Humanity and their founder, former TV reporter Melanie Siben, for their work to eradicate child trafficking in the United States. Media 4 Humanity attracts student interns from all over the country. More than 250 undergraduate and graduate students have undergone a rigorous internship program that prepares them to be leaders in the fight against modern-day slavery. Event details: October 26th at 6:30-9PM at Marymount School, Fifth Av at 84 St in NY. - October 26, 2011 - Network for Peace
TopSEOs Identifies Orlando Interactive Digital Agency as One of the Top 30 Link Building Firms for the Month of October 2011
Orlando Interactive Digital Agency Xcellimark has ranked as one of the top 30 Link Building Firms for the month of October 2011. - October 26, 2011 - Xcellimark
Food for Thought Video - Food Waste the Missing Link in Recycling
The missing link in the recycling puzzle arena is food waste. More than ever, people should start looking at food waste as the way to reach zero waste and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Treating organic waste onsite is the ideal option. Landfill is a short-term solution that contaminates; it comes at a price both to organizations’ bottom line and to the environment. There is little to no awareness of the damage caused when sending food waste to landfills. - October 26, 2011 - NATH Sustainable Solutions
RMCN Teamwork
On Tuesday October 25th Derrick Scobey, Kim Danna, Eric Green, and David Harry of RMCN Credit Services helped with McKinney Make a Difference Day. Lisa Bourasssa from the Volunteer McKinney Center said, "Thank you so much for helping us close out the McKinney Make a Difference Day can drive. I... - October 26, 2011 - RMCN Credit Services, Inc.
Storage Deluxe Announces Agreement to Sell 22 Facilities to CUBESMART
Storage Deluxe (SD) announced today that it has entered into an agreement with CubeSmart (NYSE:CUBE) to sell 22 of its existing 26 storage facilities for a price of $560 million. The transaction is expected to close in two phases beginning with the first phase closing in the Fourth Quarter 2011. Following the transaction, SD will continue to own and operate 4 storage facilities in the New York metro area. - October 26, 2011 - Storage Deluxe
South Florida Lis Penden Filings Show Market Still Conflicted
South Florida’s real estate market, decimated by the on-going real estate crisis, continues to show mixed results based on the latest pre foreclosure filing data compiled by Default Research, Inc. The numbers show that in the 3rd quarter of 2011, Broward County, FL saw Lis Pendens filings... - October 26, 2011 - Default Research Inc
SMEStorage Add Support for iKeepinCloud Storage Provider
SMEStorage, the multi cloud data access provider, today announced that it now supported the Storage Cloud from the leading French Hosting Provider Ikoula. - October 26, 2011 - Storage Made Easy
Stay in Control of Repaying Debts
Debt Advisory Centre Scotland advises anyone repaying debts to take steps to stay in control of their repayments - and to get professional advice if they're struggling. - October 26, 2011 - Debt Advisory Centre Scotland
Turnaround Management Association (TMA) Chicago/Midwest Hosts Texas Hold ’Em
The Future Leaders Group of the Chicago/Midwest Chapter for the Turnaround Management Association (TMA) presents the 8th Annual Texas Hold 'Em Networking event. The program is being held Tuesday, November 8 at Maggiano's Banquet Hall, 111 W. Grand in Chicago from 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. All TMA... - October 26, 2011 - Turnaround Management Association Chicago/Midwest
Pelican Station Inc Announced Today That It Intends to Open a Fuel Center in Vernal, Utah
The Pelican Group operates various retail establishments in rural markets, including fuel centers, convenient stores and restaurants. The group also has a large ranching operation and is consistently in the market for new acquisitions. - October 26, 2011 - Pelican Station Inc
Southwest Solutions Group was Awarded a Contract by the Federal Bureau of Investigations to Install a High Density Storage System
Southwest Solutions Group installed a mobile pallet rack and a high density shelving system for the Federal Bureau of Investigations’ property and evidence storage area. - October 26, 2011 - Southwest Solutions Group
InterDyn Artis Joins Microsoft Dynamics GP User Group
InterDyn Artis announced today that it has joined the Microsoft Dynamics GP User Group (GPUG) as a Premier Partner Member. GPUG is an independent group of Microsoft Dynamics GP users, partners, and industry experts, recognized by Microsoft as the official user group for Dynamics GP. InterDyn... - October 26, 2011 - InterDyn Artis
Quantachrome Instruments Embarks on $500,000+ Expansion and Renovation/Upgrade of Its Facilities
In response to a sharp increase in business and number of employees over the last 5 years, and to ensure manufacturing capacity for anticipated growth over the next five years and beyond, Quantachrome Instruments’ headquarters in Boynton Beach is undergoing a major expansion and renovation/refurbishment project. - October 26, 2011 - Quantachrome Instruments
Leading Organizations Join with IAOP to Launch IT Infrastructure Chapter
Inaugural Virtual Meeting to Feature Presentation on Mobility Management - October 26, 2011 - IAOP
Active Risk US Customer Conference Attracts Record Number of Attendees
With over 100% increase in attendee numbers, the two day event, which featured product announcements, customer case studies and workshops, was the best yet. - October 26, 2011 - Active Risk
Engaging Stakeholders for Effective Crisis Communications, Issues and Reputation Management II
Following on from the first successful executive briefing in June 2011, AIMediaComms, the market leading provider of media and stakeholder interaction software, is hosting the second in the Engaging Stakeholders series on the topic of Engaging Stakeholders for Effective Crisis Communications, Issues and Reputation Management on November 10th at The Queen Elizabeth II Conference Centre. - October 26, 2011 - Access Intelligence Media and Communications Limited
SBS Group Selected as Premiere Microsoft Dynamics Master VAR
Today, Microsoft officially announced SBS Group as the first Master VAR in Microsoft’s new Master VAR Program. SBS Group, a New Jersey-based technology consulting firm, provides mid-market accounting & business management solutions to companies across the U.S. Microsoft’ Master VAR... - October 26, 2011 - SBS Group
QZ Business Network to Associate Itself with Kiwanis International
QZ Business Network, a division of QuaZillion, LLC announces its association with Kiwanis International. QZ Business Network will encourage their chapter members to join local Kiwanis clubs, as Kiwanis will become the community service arm of choice for members of the QZ Business... - October 25, 2011 - QuaZillion LLC
Spotlight Infographic: Corporate Entertainment in Stadium Suites Remains Robust
According to a recent survey of more than 1,000 corporate users -- conducted by Spotlight (www.spotlighttms.com), a leader in ticket management solutions -- 78 percent of corporate suites and tickets at NBA, NHL and MLB games are used for client entertainment and business development, and 40... - October 25, 2011 - Spotlight Ticket Management
Six Top Institutions Join Nation’s Leading Postgrad Bio Job Board
Six more prestigious science institutions have joined Bio Careers, the nation’s leading online job board and careers site for life science professionals. Cedars Sinai, City of Hope, Mount Sinai, U Maryland Baltimore, U Mass Medical School, and Wadsworth Center are now members of the job... - October 25, 2011 - Bio Careers
The Litigation Support Toolkit - A Free E-Book Released by A2L Consulting
A2L Consulting provides insider litigation support tips in the latest offering from its popular and complimentary e-book series. Anyone working in or around trial teams will find valuable takeaways inside the 50 page book. Whether one's litigation support work is inside a law firm, in a litigation support company or inside a solo litigation support practice, this e-book provides a wealth of information offered to industry insiders at no charge. - October 25, 2011 - Persuadium
Status Solutions Features Situational Awareness Solutions at International Facilities Manager’s Association (IFMA) World Workplace 2011
IFMA members and World Workplace conference attendees will have the opportunity to learn how SARA can help their facilities prevent loss of life, property, business and convenience at booth 1902. - October 25, 2011 - Status Solutions
RMCN Gives Back to the Community
On Saturday, October 22, 2011, representatives from RMCN Credit Services, Inc. participated in McKinney Make a Difference Day by volunteering at Holy Family School. There were over 40 volunteers; many were in the current class of Leadership McKinney or were prior graduates. At 8:00 AM in the... - October 25, 2011 - RMCN Credit Services, Inc.
BioRegenerative Sciences, Inc. to Present SRM Stem Cell Technology at MIT India Congress
BioRegenerative Sciences, Inc., a privately owned stem cell therapeutics corporation headquartered in San Diego, CA, USA, announced today that Dr. Greg Maguire, CEO and Co-Founder, has been invited to present a lecture entitled, “Therapeutic and Medical Procedure Development Using Stem... - October 25, 2011 - BioRegenerative Sciences, Inc.
Business Leaders at Global Convention Told That Adaptation Research Shows Changes Needed in Corporate Boardrooms
Adaptation chairman calls for a different focus, approach and membership that could help average boards create high performance organisations. - October 25, 2011 - Adaptation Ltd
Allegeant, Named Sponsor at KC's Event on "New Tax Rules for Tax Exempt Hospitals and Accountable Care Organizations Live Webcast" on 11/10/2011
Allegeant, a leading provider in the healthcare sector, teams up with The Knowledge Group for upcoming webcast entitled “New Tax Rules for Tax Exempt Hospitals and Accountable Care Organizations.” The event is scheduled on on Thursday, November 10, 2011 from 12:00pm to 2:00pm (ET). For... - October 25, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Jonathan W. Anders, Managing Partner, Administration, Allegeant to Speak at KC’s New Tax Rules for Tax Exempt Hospitals and Accountable Care Organizations Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Jonathan Anders, Managing Partner of Allegeant will speak at event entitled “New Tax Rules for Tax Exempt Hospitals and Accountable Care... - October 25, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Introducing Reverse Phone Directory
With the new revolutionary database offered by Reverse Phone Directory, consumers will never have to wonder who is calling in the middle of the night or what number called a child’s cell phone. - October 25, 2011 - Reverse Phone Directory
Just Released, One-of-a-Kind Study Aid for CBAP®/CCBA™ Preparation
BAMentor has just published their CBAP®/CCBA™ Workbook, a one-of-a-kind study aid aimed to provide an effective way to help Business Analysts study for the IIBA® certifications. - October 24, 2011 - BAMentor, LLC
Veratad Technologies and StrikeForce Technologies Form Strategic Partnership
Veratad Technologies, LLC and (OTC.BB: SFOR.OB) StrikeForce Technologies, Inc. and have formed a strategic partnership to offer financial institutions nationwide the tools they need to meet the upcoming January 2012 FFIEC compliance deadline. - October 24, 2011 - Veratad Technologies, LLC
Lava Celebrates QANTM Create Design Awards Win
On September 22, Lava Web Creations received the prestigious Qantm Create Design Award for the category best Website Design. This award is given to only one company each year in honour of their flawless design sensibility and integration of multi-media content. - October 24, 2011 - Lava Web Creations
Chaordix and Genius Crowds Partner to Provide Greater Choice for Crowdsourcing Engagement: Together Companies Offer Crowdsourcing for Consumer Innovation
Chaordix, the leader in Crowd Intelligence solutions, and Genius Crowds, a social ideation community that leverages crowdsourcing for product development today announced a new partnership aimed at jointly providing a greater choice of crowdsourcing engagement options for enterprises. Together these companies offer crowdsourcing for consumer innovation and collaboration and research. - October 24, 2011 - Chaordix Inc.
Meredith A. Rathbone, Partner, Steptoe & Johnson LLP to Speak at KC’s Understanding OFAC Issues in 2012 Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Meredith A. Rathbone, Partner, Steptoe & Johnson LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Understanding OFAC Issues in... - October 24, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Steptoe & Johnson LLP Named Sponsor at Knowledge Congress' Event “Understanding OFAC Issues in 2012 Live Webcast,” on 11/16/11
Steptoe & Johnson LLP, an international law firm, teams up with The Knowledge Group for KC’s upcoming webcast entitled “Understanding OFAC Issues in 2012.” This two-hour event will be held on Wednesday, November 16, 2011 at 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM ET. For further details about... - October 24, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
New Mortgage Comparison Resource Announced to Save Borrowers Money
Loans-101 announces the launch of a brand new resource to compare today's home loan programs online at www.mortgagecomparison.net. With interest rates at the lowest levels on record, the time could be right to buy a home or refinance your current mortgage. A mortgage comparison can help you determine which one of today's most popular loan programs is best for your circumstances. - October 23, 2011 - Mortgage Comparison
Skila Sponsoring at Pharma Marketing Excellence Europe 2011
Skila, a leading provider of fully managed “Solution” as-a-Service (SaaS) product launch management and KOL management to life sciences companies, is a sponsor and exhibitor at Pharma Marketing Europe 2011 in Berlin, Germany to showcase iLaunch, Skila’s unique solution to optimize control over product launches. - October 23, 2011 - SkilaMederi
Trailer Superstore Proudly Provides a New Trailer to Haul a Custom Built Orange County Chopper Dedicated to the 9/11 Anniversary
The Custom Trailer travels the US hauling the U.S Biker Law’s 10th Anniversary 9/11 Commemorative Bike. - October 22, 2011 - All Pro Trailer Superstore
OEMs Choose Application-Specific Intelligent Servo Motors with Aid of New Motion Control White Paper
Functional and economic factors to be considered in choosing integral control and fieldbus enabled brushless servo motors discussed in new Dunkermotor white paper. - October 22, 2011 - Dunkermotoren USA Inc.
Super Star Press Announces the Release of “42 Rules for a Web Presence That Wins: Essential Business Strategy for Website and Social Media Success” by Philippa Gamse
With the rise in social media, some experts have declared websites dead. Not Philippa Gamse, author of the new book “42 Rules for a Web Presence that Wins: Essential Business Strategy for Website and Social Media Success.” In fact, Gamse states that, “It’s about the goals and objectives that each organization wants to achieve, and understanding how these are helped or hindered by new technologies.” - October 22, 2011 - 42 Rules
Spreadsheet City Announces New Excel Search Engine
Spreadsheet City announces a new Excel Specific search engine. Rather than weeding through thousands of search results, you can now cut to the chase and find exactly what you need. - October 22, 2011 - Mike Turco