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BESI Holds Its First Annual Conference, Training Seminar & Exhibition on Defective “Chinese” Drywall
The Building Envelope Science Institute (BESI) has held training seminars on Defective Drywall throughout Florida and in New Orleans. The institute reached a milestone, just nine months after being launched, it surpassed 100 certified members with nearly half being dual certified - the institute is experiencing remarkable growth. - September 04, 2010 - Building Envelope Science Institute
New Small Business Tax Credit Calculator™ Calculates, Not Estimates, Actual, Guaranteed Numerical Data for Health Care Reform Small Businesses’ Tax Credit Filing
The Small Business Tax Credit Calculator™, has just been launched by Tax Credits, LLC™ at www.smallbusinesstaxcreditcalculator.com. The calculator, not an estimator as are most on the web today, computes specific, complete, and actual numerical data needed for qualifying small business to use in filing tax returns to take advantage of the Small Business Tax Credit (SBTC) created by the new Health Care Reform called The Patient Protection and Act. - September 04, 2010 - Tax Credits, LLC
Greenspoon Marder Attorney Named as Chairman for Local College
Recognized business and community leader William Berger, Esq., who serves as senior partner and litigation group co-chair for Greenspoon Marder, as well as managing partner of the firm's Palm Beach County law offices, has been named Chairman of the District Board of Trustees of Palm Beach State... - September 04, 2010 - Greenspoon Marder
Consultants Help Reduce Operational Costs According to a New Whitepaper From SkillStorm
National technical consulting and outsourcing firm releases new employment resource exploring the benefits of using consultants - September 04, 2010 - SkillStorm
SEOKATZ Launches Nip and Tuck Series on Noninvasive Website Surgery
SEOKATZ, a marketing and search engine optimization consulting firm unveils its Nip and Tuck blog series designed to jump-start a surge of traffic for business owners of both new and established websites. - September 04, 2010 - SEOKATZ
Business Review Europe Launches September Issue, Featuring Articles on Outsourcing, a Guide to Managing Your Brand and an In Depth Look at Cloud Computing
Bringing you the latest, up-to-date and relevant industry news, Business Review Europe, pioneers in the digital magazine industry, launches its September issue. Outsourcing is a coherent theme running through the September issue as we take a look at how Cloud Computing is revolutionising the way... - September 03, 2010 - WDM Group
CSP International™ Committed to Moving the Economy Forward
Christine Rae President of CSP International is pleased to announce Lynelle Hartman will lead CSP in their North America Market Operations for EcoLiving and Eco Certification Training Programs. CSP International Business Training Academy, revered as the global premier staging training company... - September 03, 2010 - CSPI Academy
Excalibur Technology Named to 2010 Inc. 5000
Excalibur Technology Named to the 2010 Inc. 5000 List for Third Consecutive Year with Three-Year Sales Growth of 11% - September 02, 2010 - ExcalTech (Excalibur Technology Corp.)
mtiks iOS App Anti-Piracy Goes from Private Beta to Public
mtiks is a startup company based in Cambridge, MA focused on providing anti-piracy solution to iOS (iPad/iPhone/iPod) apps. mtiks launched its initial anti-piracy solution on April 30, 2010 (http://www.pr.com/press-release/235792) for an invite only private beta customers. It was based on research... - September 02, 2010 - mtiks LLC
America's Service Meltdown: Restoring Service Excellence in the Age of the Customer
Author Raul Pupo’s America’s Service Meltdown: Restoring Service Excellence in the Age of the Customer offers a straightforward, no nonsense model that clearly explains how to organize the modern enterprise for the delivery of service excellence. The book is both timely and provocative, and should be of interest to executives, academics, and the general consuming public - September 02, 2010 - rpholdings
CPX Interactive and Pixelpark’s Yellow Tomato Announce Strategic Partnership
Global online ad network and German-based performance agency team up to deliver full service online advertising solution to German market - September 02, 2010 - CPXi
BNI and CEO Space Join Forces with TNNWC Group, LLC
Adam J. Kovitz and Douglas Castle, Co-Chairpersons of TNNWC Group, LLC (http://www.TNNWCGroup.com), announced this morning that BNI and CEO Space, two of the world’s most notable and financially successful business development, relationship-building and entrepreneurial leadership training companies have formed strategic alliances with TNNWC. - September 02, 2010 - The National Networker
Connect4 Consulting Joins the Constant Contact Partner Program as a Solution Provider
Constant Contact Partner Program Provides Connect4 Consulting Clients with Effective and Affordable Tools to Build Strong, Lasting Customer Relationships - September 02, 2010 - Connect4 Consulting
BKD Technologies Webinar Series: the Future of Financial Reporting
BKD to discuss how Microsoft plans to replace FRx with Management Reporter. - September 02, 2010 - BKD, LLP
Creative Classics Grows Furniture Business in Tough Economic Times by Thinking Small
Creative Classics Furniture celebrates 10 years in Old Town Alexandria with a month long Customer Appreciation Sale. - September 01, 2010 - Creative Classics Furniture
New Doctor at Physicians HGH Center
The Physicians HGH Center is pleased to announce the arrival of Dr. Santiago, who comes to join their staff at the center. Dr. Santiago possess literally years of experience working with Human Growth Hormone therapies, as well as with internal medicine. The HGH Center has been specializing in the... - September 01, 2010 - Physicians HGH Center
BusinesSuites Acquires Two New Locations in Las Vegas
Acquisition expands the footprint of the executive suite operator in a top-30 metropolitan area. - September 01, 2010 - BusinesSuites
InterDyn BMI Named to Accounting Technology's VAR 100
Accounting Technology, a magazine published monthly by SourceMedia, is pleased to announce that InterDyn BMI has been selected to its VAR 100 list for 2010. - September 01, 2010 - InterDyn BMI, A Columbus Company
RMCN Credit Services, Inc. is in the Inc. 5000 for Third Straight Year
No. 4562, Industry Rank No. 210. Industry: Financial Services 2008: Overall Rank 408 Industry Rank 24 2009: Overall Rank 1622 Industry Rank 69 2010: Overall Rank 4562, Industry Rank 210 Three Year Growth: 17% 2006 Revenue: $5.1 million 2009 Revenue: $5.9 million Founded: 1997 Employee: 85 Web... - September 01, 2010 - RMCN Credit Services, Inc.
Governor of Central Bank of Ireland in Singapore - Kerry Consulting Was Proud to be the Sole Sponsor of a Luncheon
Kerry Consulting was proud to be the sole sponsor of a luncheon on Friday the 13th of August 2010, in partnership with The Irish Chamber of Commerce (Singapore) and The Association of Banks (ABS) at which Professor Patrick Honohan delivered his views on – “What future for Europe and the... - September 01, 2010 - Kerry Consulting Pte Ltd
Small Businesses Can Become a Pro in Marketing with BD-PRo Marketing Solutions
A small business can no longer rely on word-of-mouth publicity alone to succeed. This press release is to announce the launch of BD-PRo Marketing Solutions, a marketing consulting company that will empower small businesses to achieve marketing objectives affordably. BR-PRo Marketing Solutions helps small businesses with limited budget and time to become a pro in marketing and achieve success in business. Be a Pro in marketing with BD-PRo. - September 01, 2010 - BD-PRo Marketing Solutions
San Mateo Chamber Launches on nuAlerts
Members get social media marketing, mobile marketing, widget marketing, SEO, member to member newsletter and more. - September 01, 2010 - nuAlerts
Evo Exhibits Releases List of Sustainable Booth Components to Create Green Trade Show Displays
Sustainable trade show displays are having a rapid impact with exhibitors within the trade show market. Sustainable trade show booths are becoming more competitive with traditional exhibits with design, functionality and pricing. - August 31, 2010 - Evo Exhibits
A New Package Deal Offered by HIP Communications
HIP Communications offers reliable High Speed DSL Internet and Digital Home Phone Service in one convenient package. The Home Hub provides significant savings on monthly bills. - August 31, 2010 - Hip Communications
Metro Centre Teams with Local Entrepreneurs to Get Peorians in the LOOP
LOOP® Cycling Studio is the latest example of the iconic shopping center building local businesses from scratch - August 31, 2010 - Metro Centre
Geradline Kilbride, Business Psychologist Releases "Why do Managers Fail to Make It to the Top!"
Geraldine Kilbride a Business Psychologist outlines How & Why Managers fail to make it to the next level. She discusses the 4 Themes of 'Derailment,' and why 'Derailment' leads to underperforming managers. Users can visit CrucialSkills4Leaders.com to download a Free copy of, "Why Managers Fail to Make it to the Top!" - August 31, 2010 - CrucialSkills4Leaders
Ferrara Flame by Italkero Luxury Patio Heating and Lighting Now Adds to the Elegance, Warmth, and Lighting of the Beverly Wilshire Hotel in Beverly Hills, California
As seen at The Beverly Wilshire in Beverly Hills, California, this original commercial grade Italian import adds beauty, warmth and lighting to the top Five Star Resorts around the world. - August 30, 2010 - Ferrara Flame by Italkero
Home Video Studio - Eagan Celebrates 17th International Win & 8-Year Business Anniversary
Home Video Studio – Celebrated their 8th year in business with honors by receiving the Presidents Award “Best of Show” and four additional Hanley awards at the 10th annual Home Video Studio (HVS) Getaway in Las Vegas, NV. The Hanley Awards, HVS’ version of the Oscars,... - August 30, 2010 - Kirk Douglas Video Productions
Heatherington Releases a New Book to Help Businesses Get Traction Online
New book, "SEO & Social Media Marketing Guide," explains what businesses need to know about SEO and social networking and how they can help build their brand online. Having a website is essential in today's world, but establishing a website is no longer enough. It must be optimized for search engines and leveraging a website using social networking platforms is crucial. The book is geared to brick and mortar businesses that don't have the staff or budgets to devote to large marketing campaigns. - August 30, 2010 - The Webunet Group
Dr. Samuel Lam, Facial Plastic Surgeon, Keynotes on Topic of Fat Grafting
Dr. Samuel Lam, a Texas based facial plastic surgeon, will be keynote speaker on subject of fat grafting at Belgium conference. - August 30, 2010 - Lam Institute for Hair Restoration
Vollara Launches MoreVollara.com
Vollara, LLC, a global leader in direct sales of natural health products and one of the world’s most inspired home business opportunities today launched a free informational site at MoreVollara.com. “People are drawn to Vollara’s product technologies and strong earnings... - August 30, 2010 - Vollara
Sanford J. Schlesinger, Founding Partner of Schlesinger Gannon & Lazetera LLP to Speak at KC’s Estate Planning Explored in 2010
Sanford J. Schlesinger, Founding Partner of Schlesinger Gannon & Lazetera LLP has come aboard the distinguished panel of speakers on KC’s Estate Planning Explored in 2010: The New Model webcast scheduled on September 07, 2010 at 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM ET. About Sanford ("Sandy") J. - August 29, 2010 - The Knowledge Group
The Initial Launch of X Marketing Strategies
X Marketing Strategies is an Internet Marketing firm based in the heart of Silicon Valley. X Marketing Strategies creates internet business solutions to help clients' business excel in increasing profitability, revenues and visibility on the Internet. As business owners, X Marketing Strategies listen and understand clients needs for success. X Marketing Strategies invest its time in understanding the ever-changing technologies of the internet and business environment to help clients. - August 29, 2010 - X Marketing Strategies
Junction Creative Solutions Welcomes Barb Maimone as a Strategic Account Executive
“Barb’s sales experience, impressive track record, and enthusiasm for solving business challenges will serve her well at Junction,” said Julie Cropp Gareleck, Managing Partner, Junction. “Her unique perspectives and business experience with strategic account management, marketing, and consulting is a tremendous asset to the firm.” - August 29, 2010 - Junction Creative Solutions
Life Coach Mary Lynn Zeimer of “Living A Joyful Life” Announces Upcoming Workshop Series in Southwest Florida
Certified Life Coach Mary Lynn Zeimer brings her more than 30 years of experience and expert business and personal coaching to Southwest FL in a workshop series to begin September 25th. Topics include “Living A Joyful Life” and “How To Profit From It.” Workshops will be co-hosted by Robin Richards and Arlene Roth. - August 29, 2010 - Living A Joyful Life
Vollara Unveils New LaundryPure
Vollara, LLC, a global leader in direct sales of natural health products and one of the world’s most inspired home business opportunities unveiled its new LaundryPure technology product at a National Conference in Dallas this past weekend. “There is no such thing as eco-friendly... - August 29, 2010 - Vollara
Extended Car Warranty Company US Direct Protect Offers 150,000 Additional Mile Powertrain Enhanced Coverage
US Direct Protect and CarServiceContract.com now offer a Powertrain Enhanced Vehicle Service Contract that covers a vehicle for an additional 150k miles instead of the Industry norm of 100k miles. For vehicles under 200k and 20 years or younger, US Direct Protect can now offer a Powertrain Enhanced... - August 28, 2010 - National Warranty Services dba US Direct Protect
This Old Store is Now xByte Technologies
New Name, New Site. Same great people, location, and service - August 28, 2010 - xByte Technologies
Susan Ball Earns Prestigious Designation to Help Homeowners in Danger of Foreclosure
“This CDPE designation has been invaluable as I work with sellers and lenders on complicated short sales,” said Ms. Ball. “It is so rewarding to be able to help sellers save their homes from foreclosure.” - August 28, 2010 - Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate, Susan J. Ball
Kewl Tubes Wins Another Business Award
For the third consecutive year, Kewl Tubes golf club covers wins an award from the U.S. Local Business Association. - August 28, 2010 - Kewl Tubes Golf Head Covers
RMCN Employees Reach Out to MISD Students
Continuing a tradition of years past, RMCN Cares, a non-profit organization of RepairMyCreditNow.com's came through again for students of McKinney ISD by providing clothes and school supplies for students at Slaughter Elementary for the first day of school. Employees of RMCN Credit Services... - August 28, 2010 - RMCN Credit Services, Inc.
Reviva Labs EFA's Cream Wins 2010 Skin Care "Innovator" of the Year Award
Reviva Labs, manufacturers of all-natural skin care products used world wide, has been honored as a “Cosmetic Innovator of the Year” in the skin-care category. The recognition is from “ICMAD,” the highly-respected “Independent Cosmetic Manufacturers and Distributors... - August 28, 2010 - Reviva Labs
Petre Software & Computer Services, LLC Launches Partnership with Star2Star Communications
Petre Software & Computer Services, LLC, an experienced provider of voice and telephony solutions, announces a new and innovative business-class Internet telephony service offering as an authorized dealer of Star2Star Communications. - August 28, 2010 - Petre Software & Computer Services, LLC
Gloria Charlier President, Holistic Wellness Solutions to Speak at the HomeBiz Networking, After Hours Introductory Event
Gloria Charlier LLC, Holistic Wellness Solutions, a Cincinnati, Ohio based company dedicated to decreasing stress, promoting healing and enhancing wellness recently announced that President Gloria Charlier will be the speaker at the HomeBiz Networking, After Hours introductory event for home business entrepreneurs on Thursday September 16 in Blue Ash, OH. - August 28, 2010 - Gloria Charlier LLC, Holistic Wellness Solutions
Outrank.com Makes Inc. 5000 List for 3rd Year in a Row
Austin-based local and organic SEO firm enjoys impressive and consistent revenue growth - August 28, 2010 - Outrank.com
ARCpoint is Right on Point by Selling 5 Franchises in 6 Weeks
Formally known as Accu Diagnostics based in Greenville, SC, now rebranded as ARCpoint. The new name has brought out a new beginning for this franchise by selling 5 franchises in 6 weeks, and has 60 plus potential franchisees in the pipeline. This low cost investment for an at home, mobile, business... - August 28, 2010 - Francorp
R.B Mosher Contracts PUMP-FLO Solutions to Produce Online Selection Software
R.B. Mosher, a leading distributor of products and services to the petrochemical, oil, power and municipal industries, has awarded PUMP-FLO Solutions a contract for its ePUMP-FLO™ web-based selection software. Under terms of the agreement, R.B. Mosher will license the full featured ePUMP-FLO software including a hosted online pump selection solution and lead generation & management tools. - August 28, 2010 - Engineered Software, Inc.
Confero, Inc. Named to Carolina Parenting’s 2010 N.C. Family-Friendly 50 List
Elaine Buxton, CEO and president of Confero, Inc. (http://www.conferoinc.com), a national customer experience measurement firm, has announced that the firm has been named to Carolina Parenting Inc.’s N.C. Family-Friendly 50 list for 2010. The Family-Friendly 50 honor recognizes companies in... - August 28, 2010 - Confero, Inc.
Stefanie Perrella, NERA Economic Consulting to Speak at KC’s Event on FIFRA: Finding a Balance Between the Incentive to Innovate with Research and Development Cost
Coming aboard the panel of KC’s notable speakers for FIFRA: Finding a Balance between the Incentive to Innovate with Research and Development Costs Live Webcast is Stefanie Perrella, a Senior Analyst at NERA Economic Consulting. She will join other speakers for a 2-hour teleconference and... - August 28, 2010 - The Knowledge Group
Now Stylists Get a "Heads Up" in the Industry with SharpSalon.com
Clients are now able to book appointments online, view portfolios and new products from their favorite stylist, massage therapist with a simple “click” of the mouse. Sharpsalon.com offers an inexpensive customizable interactive website creator. Now users can be “online” and up and running within minutes. - August 27, 2010 - SharpSalon.com