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White Digital Media Updates User Experience Within Popular Websites
Worldwide Media Company Keeps Up with Latest Digital Media Trends - April 28, 2011 - WDM Group
Chiropractors Must Get Ready for HIPAA 5010 or Expect No Pay in 2012, Says Dr. Tom Necela of The Strategic Chiropractor
DC’s still have time to convert to the new HIPAA 5010 format for electronic claims submission. - April 28, 2011 - The Strategic Chiropractor
Suspect Arrested and a Drunk Driver Removed from the Streets by PD When Alerted by Sonitrol Pacific Operator Joe Orsborn
On April 10, 2011 at approx 5:30am, Sonirtol Pacific operator Joe Orsborn dispatched Gresham Police on an A/C power down signal followed by audio of crashing and banging noises at Cascade Horticulture. Joe was able to reach key contact Mr. Dean New to advise him of the activity. Upon further follow... - April 28, 2011 - Sound Security, Inc., dba Sonitrol Pacific
Michael Thompson, Principal, PwC to Speak at KC’s Strategies to Deal with the Patient Protection & Affordable Care Act Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Michael Thompson, Principal, PwC will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Strategies to Deal With the Patient Protection &... - April 28, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
IQ Tech Pros Recognized as Microsoft Gold Partner
Partners access thousands of Microsoft Certified resources through the IQ Tech Pros Network. - April 28, 2011 - IQ Tech Pros
VAR 100 Giants Strike Alliances with IQ Tech Pros
Wipro Technologies, Ajilon and Capgemini gain access to over 17,000 certified consultants. - April 28, 2011 - IQ Tech Pros
Results Based Business Networking - BD-PRo Marketing Solutions Launches One-of-a-Kind Product for Business Growth
BD-PRo Marketing Solutions, LLC (BD-PRo) has launched a business networking toolkit to enable business owners to network more effectively. BD-PRo specializes in helping small businesses to perform marketing activities on a budget. Business networking is a powerful, yet inexpensive marketing tool necessary for business growth but is often not being fully utilized - April 28, 2011 - BD-PRo Marketing Solutions
Business Leaders Receive Economic Update from National Expert at Vistage Michigan Economic Summit
Economist Brian Beaulieu tells Vistage Michigan members that the recession is over and they should expect at least three years of growth ahead. - April 28, 2011 - Vistage Michigan
Harrington Group, Inc. Celebrates 25th Anniversary
Over the past 25 years, Harrington Group, Inc. has become one of the largest and most experienced firms headquartered in the southeastern United Sates specializing in fire protection engineering, forensic fire engineering, and property loss control consulting. - April 28, 2011 - Harrington Group, Inc.
CAPAPA Appoints National Certification and Accreditation Board Members
CAPAPA (Canadian Association of Professional Access and Privacy Administrators), Canada’s leading association of privacy and access professionals, has established the CAPAPA National Certification and Accreditation Advisory Board, a first of its kind in Canada. The Board's distinguished members are from the information access and privacy community across Canada. - April 28, 2011 - CAPAPA - The Canadian Association of Professional Access and Privacy Administrators
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webcast “Corporate Governance Issues, Executive Compensation Disclosure and Related SRO Rules: A 2011 Update”
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, announced today that it has scheduled a live webcast entitled ““Corporate Governance Issues, Executive Compensation Disclosure and Related SRO Rules: A 2011... - April 28, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled Effective Compliance and Ethics Program: A 2011 Perspective CLE/CPE Rebroadcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, announced today that it has scheduled a live webcast entitled “Effective Compliance and Ethics Program: A 2011 Perspective CLE/CPE Rebroadcast.” This two-hour event is... - April 28, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
American West - Building Energy Efficient New Homes
American West, one of the nation’s largest private homebuilders located in Las Vegas, Nevada is focused on building energy efficient homes with sustainable materials and features that matter to their homebuyer’s and their families. American West’s energy-efficient building... - April 27, 2011 - American West Homes
The Litigation Consulting Report Launches for Litigators
Designed for litigators, in-house counsel and litigation support staff, The Litigation Consulting Report shares the latest approaches to jury research, the use of technology at trial and practice-specific trial graphics tactics. - April 27, 2011 - Animators at Law
Ad Dynamo Launches Office in Nigeria
Ad Dynamo, the global contextual advertising marketplace, has just launched its office in Lagos, Nigeria, to focus on fulfilling this key market. - April 27, 2011 - Ad Dynamo International
TeamLab Mobile: Track and Join Team Activities from iPhone and Android
Ascensio System SIA releases the TeamLab Mobile version, optimized for iOS and Android platforms, providing an ability to track and participate in team collaboration activities via mobile devices. - April 27, 2011 - Ascensio System SIA
Ed Eskew Joins CGATLANTIC to Start Unique Apparel Consulting Practice
CGAtlantic’ new consulting division has already delivered “Cost Savings through Cost Avoidance” to notable Small and Mid-sized Apparel Companies. - April 27, 2011 - CGATLANTIC
Aaron Brauer-Rieke, Staff Attorney, CDT to Speak at KC’s Webcast Understanding The Federal Trade Commission's Proposed Framework for Consumer Privacy Protection
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Aaron Brauer-Rieke, Plesser Fellow, Staff Attorney, Center for Democracy & Technology will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled:... - April 27, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Eltech USA, LLC Has Become the Exclusive Distributor of All DRX Medical Devices in Russia and CIS Countries
Excite Medical Corp is pleased to announce that it has appointed Eltech USA, LLC to be an exclusive distributor of the DRX9000™ and other DRX™ devices. Eltech USA, LLC has the expertise in the sales, distribution and service of medical devices and will be responsible for marketing these... - April 27, 2011 - Excite Medical
FDM Group Marks Its Place in History with a Grand Opening at 14 Wall St
International IT services provider, FDM Group, celebrates the launch of their new residence on the 31st floor of the original Bankers Trust Building, formerly J.P. Morgan’s penthouse suite in the financial hub of New York. - April 27, 2011 - FDM Group
Why Are Some Business Management Strategies Succeeding While Others Are Failing?
Joseph McElmeel, Chairman & CEO of Brooke Chase Associates, was recently asked to write an article for DPHA Magazine. Headquartered in Sarasota, FL, Brooke Chase Associates is a retained executive search firm specializing in the recruitment of professionals within the Kitchen & Bath, Plumbing, Cabinet and Building Materials Industries. - April 27, 2011 - Brooke Chase Associates, Inc.
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on "2010 Tax Relief Act: A 2011 Update Live Webcast"
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, announced today that it has scheduled a live webcast entitled: “2010 Tax Relief Act: A 2011 Update Live Webcast” This two-hour event is scheduled on August 24, 2011 from... - April 27, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Nicolette, Owner of "Abundant Life Art," Creative and Determined Selling Art Between Escrows is Having Unique Art Party at Popular Giuseppe's Restaurant in Pismo Beach
You Are Invited to a New Art Reveal Party, May 11th 5-8PM 2011 at Giuseppe's Cucina Italiana / The Garden Room, 891 Price Street Pismo Beach, California. Nicolette will be showing her New Originals, Brand New Giclee's on canvas, Limited Edition Prints, Notecards, Art Tees, Handmade Pottery and Turquoise Jewelry. -Complimentary Appetizers- Join in the fun. Bring a friend. All are welcome. - April 26, 2011 - Abundant Life Art
Expanding Geographical Reach is Key to Success
Like many businesses today, award-winning design firm Beasley & Henley Interior Design, has found that one key to keeping their company strong is expanding the geographical reach of their services. Beasley & Henley is a national interior design firm with a strong hold in Florida,... - April 26, 2011 - Beasley & Henley Interior Design
Toronto Start Up Deliri Introduces SiLo, the Universal Language Translator Platform
SiLo (Speak In, Language Out) is a platform created to help overcome language barriers. It supports up to 900 plus languages starting with the usual suspects and even including sign, Klingon, and Vulcan. The site includes the ability to cross link contributions and record video to add the facial expressions to the translations. - April 26, 2011 - Deliri
raas-XBRL Launches the Second Edition of the 2011 XBRL Buyer’s Guide
After the wide interest shown in the first edition of its 2011 XBRL Buyer’s Guide, raas-XBRL is pleased to launch the revised and updated second edition, the definitive and industry-endorsed guide to XBRL service and software providers, complete with the raas-XBRL scorecard. They’ve increased the number of vendors and improved the discussion of issues to consider. - April 26, 2011 - raas-XBRL
Announcing the PATHOS Top Gun Leadership Development Program
Identifying, Selecting, Assessing, Developing, and Coaching an organization’s future leaders is mission critical in today’s competitive talent warfare. Organizations that address the High Potential (HIPO) talent management challenge with their Top Gun Leadership Development Program will retain key talent, engage their workplace, and approach an on-time/on-target arrival at current goals/objectives. - April 26, 2011 - Pathos Leadership Group
Squire Sanders Bankruptcy Partner Jordan A. Kroop to Participate in the Knowledge Congress’ “The Bankruptcy Code Section 363 Explored Live Webcast”
Jordan Kroop, a bankruptcy partner with Squire, Sanders & Dempsey will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “The Bankruptcy Code Section 363 Explored Live Webcast.” This event is scheduled for August 5, 2011 from 12:00pm to 2:00pm ET. - April 26, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
"The Price of Global Health: Drug Pricing Strategies to Balance Patient Access and the Funding of Innovation"
As one of the most debated yet misunderstood aspects of the pharmaceutical industry, global drug pricing has been at the forefront of political and public dissent for the past decade. Global pharmaceutical pricing expert Ed Schoonveld, who serves as principal for the market access and pricing... - April 25, 2011 - ZS Associates
It’s Love at First Sight as Kipici Finds That Spark
Not a merger, not an acquisition, but a partnership for the sake of love. Two dating companies pool their resources to create leading-edge technology to target the dating market in North America. Will this be a trend-setting move for Atwood Technology, a Dragons’ Den invitee? - April 25, 2011 - Atwood Technology Inc.
Trupanion Pet Insurance Now Available in Rhode Island and New Mexico
Dog and cat owners in Rhode Island and New Mexico now have a new option when it comes to pet insurance. - April 25, 2011 - Trupanion
Rentricity Inc. Presents "Building a Smart & Sustainable Water Grid" to Delegates at American Water Works Association Meetings
Frank Bursic, Rentricity’s Mid Atlantic/Ohio Valley/Canadian Regional Director, will participate at the American Water Works Association Meetings being held in Pennsylvania and Ontario, Canada. The Pennsylvania AWWA Chapter event was held on April 20 - 21 at the Hershey Lodge in Hershey, PA. - April 25, 2011 - Rentricity Inc.
CARE Awards to Honor Child Star Erin Murphy
Audiences remember her as the adorable daughter and nose-twitching witch, Tabitha Stevens, from the 1970s television series Bewitched. This month Erin Murphy will be honored alongside 150 current child actors at the CARE (Child Actor Recognition Event) Awards. The event will be held on April 30th at Universal Studios Hollywood. - April 25, 2011 - BizParentz Foundation
Therigy Partners with Definitive Homecare Solutions to Offer an Interface with therigySTM.com
therigySTM.comTM Interface Solution Enables One-click Access to Best Practice Therapy Management Assessments and Reporting within CPR+ - April 25, 2011 - Definitive Homecare Solutions
Iconic Television Producers Honored by Child Actors
Current child actors are too young to have caught The Brady Bunch in the first primetime run of the show. But that doesn't stop them from loving the retro-cool, iconic TV series. This month the producers of that show, Lloyd and Sherwood Schwartz, will be honored alongside 150 current child actors at the CARE (Child Actor Recognition Event) Awards. - April 25, 2011 - BizParentz Foundation
The Mind Table, LLC Features Their Patent Pending Therapeutic Device at the 2011 Aging in America Conference, April 26-30, 2011
The Mind Table, LLC is displaying their latest device, The Mind Table, which aids in the recovery from major and minor ailments that affect our health as we age. According Jason Vincent, President, and inventor, “Over two years of real world studies have verified the benefits of The Mind... - April 24, 2011 - The Mind Table, LLC
Data Providers How They Should Protect You
John Anderson of Vermont Internet Design LLC on privacy - April 24, 2011 - Vermont Internet Design LLC
Magic Bean Cafe & Lounge Shows Commitment to the Great Lakes Bay Region by Adding Partners from Bay City and Saginaw to Handle New Growth
Magic Bean Cafe & Lounge believes in the Great Lakes Bay Region's talent. To handle the new growth with menu items, bistro beverages and liquor, a need for adding owner/operators was a must. With much consideration and thought Magic Bean Cafe & Lounge is proud to announce the addition of Stephanie Zeilinger and Eugene Seals Jr as partner/operators and Steven Magstadt as the culinary artist. - April 24, 2011 - Magic Bean Cafe & Lounge
Stewart Consulting President Speaks at Annual Steel Erectors Association of America Convention
Willy Stewart Discusses High Performing Organizations During 2011 National SEAA Convention and Tradeshow. - April 24, 2011 - Stewart Consulting Group
Ameridose Demonstrates Commitment to Customer Care Excellence
Ameridose, LLC, a leading nationwide provider of sterile admixing services to hospital pharmacies, demonstrates its unrelenting commitment to customer care excellence through the appointment of Mr. Todd DeAngelis to serve as Vice President of Innovation and Customer Experience. He is charged with... - April 23, 2011 - Ameridose, LLC
Integrity Defenders, Inc. Featured in Time.com Online Reputation Management Piece
Integrity Defenders receives mention in recent TIME article - April 23, 2011 - Integrity Defenders
Referring a Colleague to a Leading Training & Consulting Firm Turns Out to be Win-Win for All Concerned
James Gorham MPT and co-owner of Mountain Valley Physical Therapy, being thoroughly impressed with the results of the training and consulting program recently completed, decided to relay his success and tell his colleagues George and Patty Anderson of Kent Easthill Physical Therapy. They were equally impressed and quickly signed on for not one, but two training and implementation programs and are already reaping the benefits. - April 23, 2011 - Survival Strategies Inc.
Factory Direct Drapes™, a Custom Drapery and Curtain Manufacturer, Will be Planting Trees for Earth Day 2011 to Help Put an End to Global Warming
With the help of the Arbor Foundation, Factory Direct Drapes™ will support Green initiatives by planting a tree in American National Forests for every single order between Earth Day, April 22nd and April 25th. In addition, all customers using the discount code GREEN11 during checkout will receive not only 45% off their order, but Free Shipping as well. - April 22, 2011 - Factory Direct Drapes
Aymara Designers Creates Exclusive Amazonian Butterfly Cufflinks - Make a Difference Through Fashion
Aymara Designers has partnered with Cufflinksman.com to create a unique line of Amazonian Butterfly cufflinks made from real butterfly wings. The exotic butterflies live and die naturally in a protected environment in Butterfly Garden, located in Peru and their delicate wings are then transformed to create stunning jewelry pieces. In order to support the continuation of the Amazonian butterflies, Cufflinksman.com donates a percentage of all sales to the Garden and the Amazon Animal Orphanage. - April 22, 2011 - Cuff Links Man
ecoShuttle Event Aims to Raise Funds & Garden Beds for Local Charity
ecoShuttle, a sustainable charter bus company based in Portland, OR, is planning a fundraising party at their new location. The soiree is an effort to promote ecoShuttle’s participation in Portland’s Growing Gardens program Dawn of the Bed. The company is holding the family-friendly party at their headquarters Sunday, May 1st located at 2420 NE Columbia Boulevard in northeast Portland. Party-goers can expect to find live music, delicious food, beer, wine, a silent auction, crafts and more. - April 22, 2011 - ecoShuttle
Leading Bankruptcy and Litigation Lawyers Launch Neal Wolf and Associates LLC in Chicago and San Francisco to Better Serve Changing Demand in Business Reorganization
As "mega" and "super mega" bankruptcies show a marked decline, the face of bankruptcy and business reorganization is changing toward the middle market. That business segment calls for law firms that are more flexible from the standpoint of legal fees. Bankruptcy attorney Neal Wolf, a veteran of some of the largest law firms in the world, has opened a new firm to meet these evolving business needs. - April 22, 2011 - Neal Wolf & Associates
With Easy Search, Report and Note Functions, Latest Edition of ezCheckPersonal Simplifies Tax Preparation and Other Home Financial Tasks
Financial software developer Halfpricesoft.com’s latest release of ezCheckPersonal contains new organizational features that speed financial tasks such as preparing to file taxes. - April 22, 2011 - Halfpricesoft
Miami Advertising Group is Marketing to the Masses
Miami Advertising Group is marketing to the masses thru their "Loyalty Card Promotions" again this summer. By situating themselves throughout the neighborhood, within businesses and at wholesale stores, they are once again driving customers to baseball stadiums, restaurants, and golf... - April 22, 2011 - Miami Advertising Group
Performance Architects Achieves Oracle PartnerNetwork Specialization in Oracle Hyperion Planning and Oracle Essbase
Performance Architects, Inc. (www.performancearchitects.com), a Platinum Level member of Oracle PartnerNetwork (OPN), and a business and technology consulting company that helps organizations initiate and sustain major improvements in enterprise performance, announced today that the Performance... - April 22, 2011 - Performance Architects, Inc.
Thalmann Commodities Continues Business Relationship with Fin Consultants
Fin Consultants, a Geneva-based investment consulting firm which provides business consulting and investment advice to financial intermediaries has mutually agreed with Thalmann Commodities to continue their relationship of providing ongoing investment manager research, additional investment managers searches and financial advisor training. - April 22, 2011 - Thalmann Commodities