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Web Surfing Intruder Arrested After Sonitrol Pacific Detection
Police arrested an intruder using a computer inside the portable classroom of a Washington high school after Sonitrol Pacific detected a break-in May 22. Sonitrol Pacific Operator Joe Orsborn received an alarm from the school and dispatched police. When officers arrived, they found a teenage boy... - May 24, 2009 - Sound Security, Inc., dba Sonitrol Pacific
Boiler Room Boys Detected by Sonitrol Pacific, in Custody
For the second time in a month, Sonitrol Pacific detected criminal activity at this Washington school, dispatching police to make arrests May 21. Sonitrol Pacific Operator Tara Fulmer received an initial alarm activation from the school’s basement and listened to real-time audio to verify it. - May 24, 2009 - Sound Security, Inc., dba Sonitrol Pacific
Good Luck Gamblers Launches New iPhone / iPod Touch Application
Good Luck Gamblers, one of the world’s fastest growing gambling entertainment companies, formally announced today the introduction of its new iPhone / iPod touch Application, Lucky Gambling Days 2009, which is now available on the iPhone App Store. - May 23, 2009 - Good Luck Gamblers, LLC
Marquette Managment Launches Lease Release Program for Renters Concerned About Job Loss
Marquette Management Launches Lease Release Program for Apartment Renters Concerned About Future Job Loss. Marquette Management, Inc, of Romeoville, IL, has announced their Lease Release Program - allowing apartment residents to easily break their lease in the case of a job loss. “With... - May 23, 2009 - JVM Realty Corporation
SureView Leads Surge in Video Monitoring Business Growth
SureView Systems, developer of Immix, has reported a surge in business as video alarm-based monitoring becomes more accepted within the marketplace. - May 23, 2009 - SureView Systems
New Partner Named at NSBN LLP, Russell Bedford Los Angeles Member Firm
CPA firm NSBN LLP, Beverly Hills, California, names Kurt Kilwein as a new partner. - May 23, 2009 - Russell Bedford International
Supply Chain Cost Reduction Opportunities for Indian Companies
A new report “Supply Chain Cost Reduction in India” by Aqua MCG has been released. The report covers current Indian market and the performance of supply chain structures. Cost management best practices along with a structured approach to cost management and cost reduction focus areas are dealt in detail. - May 23, 2009 - Aqua Management Consulting Group (Aqua MCG)
Webgreeter Software is Easy to Use
Webgreeter software has been developed incorporating the best capabilities of many off the shelf systems which are similar and is easy to use and resource friendly. - May 23, 2009 - WebGreeter.com
LiveAdmins LLC Announces International Franchise Network and Multilingual Software Support
LiveAdmins LLC announced that the software and service are being launched as a franchise service. The franchise service will therefore have to include language support for multiple languages and scripts, with operators of ‘greeters’ to be trained accordingly. - May 23, 2009 - LiveAdmins LLC
Zycus Contract Management Solution Accelerates ROI by Connecting Contracts to Spend Data
Visibility and proactive contract management enables customers to leverage real-time market conditions to accelerate business value. - May 23, 2009 - Zycus Inc
Portable Storage Vendors Rush to YouTube
The National Portable Storage Association encourages portable storage vendors to display how-to videos on YouTube and other viral video sites. - May 23, 2009 - National Portable Storage Association
Spontaneous Home Tour Ends at Gunpoint After Sonitrol Pacific Detection
Officers took a man into custody who had hoped to sneak a peek of a home he wanted to buy by crawling in through an unlocked window May 20. The home’s Sonitrol Pacific security system detected him inside the house and the monitoring operator sent authorities. Late in the afternoon, Sonitrol... - May 23, 2009 - Sound Security, Inc., dba Sonitrol Pacific
T.J. Sullivan, Partner, Drinker Biddle to Speak at KC’s Event on Form 990 for Hospital Reporting on 07/09/09
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts has announced today T. J. Sullivan, Partner, Drinker Biddle LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “Form 990 for Hospital Reporting”... - May 23, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Latham & Watkins’ Justin D. Stalls to Speak at Knowledge Congress’ M & A Tax Strategies for Attorneys: A 2009 Perspective on 6/25/09
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts announced today that Justin D. Stalls, Associate, Latham & Watkins LLP will speak at The Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “M & A Tax Strategies for... - May 23, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Robert Gellman, Privacy and Information Policy Consultant to Speak at KC’s Event on The Red Flag Rule for Healthcare on 08/4/2009
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcast announced today that Robert Gellman, Privacy and Information Policy Consultant will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “The Red Flag Rule for... - May 23, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Ashley Personal Assistants Adds Temporary High End Personal Assistant Service
Ashley Personal Assistants is now offering high end personal assistants to executives, celebrities and high net worth individuals worldwide. From travel, business and personal Ashley's assistants have the experience and skills to help you with your daily tasks, making life easier. Assistants are... - May 23, 2009 - Ashley Personal Assistants
BusinesSuites Rewards Can do Spirit with Can DO Award
Amidst global economic turmoil, BusinesSuites values strategic problem solving, creative solutions and “Can Do” spirit. - May 22, 2009 - BusinesSuites
3-D Style Book Commemorates 40th Anniversary of the Space Race and Its Phenomenal Conclusion
Murray Books, a boutique publishing house specializing in tactile books, is announcing the release of its latest and most exciting title, One Small Step, to celebrate the upcoming fortieth anniversary of man’s first walk on the moon. This hard cover book in the shape of the moon with a... - May 22, 2009 - Murray Books
e-Me Ventures Forms Partnership with Zemanta
e-Me and Zemanta team-up to enhance experience for authors and consumers of web content. - May 22, 2009 - e-Me Ventures, LLC
Chicago House© Receives Support and Recognition from Lincoln Park Medical Spa, NuU
Health and inner and outer beauty are factors that greatly influence one’s quality of life. NuU Medspa continues to donate to charities that affect millions of Chicagoans and other large populations that are less fortunate. Chicago House© serves families and individuals who never had... - May 22, 2009 - NuU Unlimited
Columbus Travel Best of State - Utah
For the third year in a row Bountiful, Utah based Columbus Travel, has been named “Best of State” for the Travel Agency category within the Hospitality/Travel/Tourism section of the competition. The Best of State Awards recognize outstanding individuals, organizations, and businesses... - May 22, 2009 - Columbus Travel
RedVector Named as Finalist in 2009 American Business AwardsSM
“University of Tennessee Sustainable Design and Green Building Certificate” Among Top Products Competing Under the Category of New Product or Service of the Year - Services - May 22, 2009 - RedVector
PTG Solves Project Management Challenge with SharePoint Server
Proactive Approach Links SharePoint with MS Project. - May 22, 2009 - PTG
President of Intuitive Concepts Becomes Member of GreenBiz Intelligence Panel
The President of Intuitive Concepts was asked to participate in an exclusive research panel designed to promote environmental and social responsibility in both small and large business practices. - May 22, 2009 - Intuitive Concepts, Inc.
Prism Medical Ltd. (PM:TSX-VEN) New Chief Financial Officer
Prism Medical Ltd. has appointed William G. Edwards as the new Chief Financial Officer, replacing David Minas who resigned. - May 22, 2009 - Prism Medical Ltd.
The Speaker Company Delivers Affordable Quality in Tough Economic Times
The United States is facing difficult economic times, and some companies are uniquely positioned to thrive in these times. The Speaker Company, with its operating principle of (http://www.thespeakercompany.com) Quality Speakers at Half The Price, is one of these uniquely positioned companies. As... - May 22, 2009 - The Speaker Company
DanaWebPro Kicks Off Free Business Building Seminar Tour in the Big Apple, New York
As previously advertised, DanaWebPro/DanaSEO will be hosting a series of seminars throughout the continental United States, which are free and open to anyone wishing to start a business and need the necessary tools and support to get started and marketed. On Wednesday, June 3rd 2009, The Big... - May 22, 2009 - DanaWebPro/SEO
Cherry, Bekaert & Holland, L.L.P. Named Presenting Sponsor for TBJ’s CFO of the Year Awards
Cherry, Bekaert & Holland, L.L.P. (CB&H) (www.cbh.com) will serve as presenting sponsor for the Triangle Business Journal’s inaugural CFO of the Year Awards. The CFO of the Year Awards will honor the Triangle area’s finance executives and corporate fiscal stewards. Winners will... - May 22, 2009 - Cherry Bekaert LLP
Philip Isley Named Judge for 2009 North Carolina Education Ball
Boyce & Isley, PLLC (www.boyceisley.com), has announced that Philip Isley, a managing partner at the firm and Raleigh city councilor, will serve as a judge in the 2009 North Carolina Education Ball on Friday, June 26 from 6 - 11:30 p.m. at the RBC Center, located at 1400 Edwards Mill Road. - May 22, 2009 - Boyce & Isley, PLLC
Conni Tucker Receives 40 Under 40 Leadership Award
Ken Atkins, executive director of Wake County Economic Development (WCED) (www.raleigh-wake.org), has announced that Conni Tucker, assistant executive director, has received the Triangle Business Journal’s 40 Under 40 Leadership Award, which honors up-and-coming leaders under the age of 40... - May 22, 2009 - Wake County Economic Development
Local Community Members to be Honored for Their Work on Behalf of Those with Special Needs and Disabilities at Fort Worth Cats Game
Local citizen, Kent Waldrep, and regional agency, the Arc of Northeast Tarrant County, will be recognized at 7:05 PM during a special ceremony at home plate just before the start of the May 30 Forth Worth Cats game as part of Disability Awareness Night. - May 22, 2009 - EP Global Communications
The University of Colorado Foundation to Consolidate & Centralize Knowledge & Development Using a State of the Art Platform
Learn.com®, the leader in on-demand workforce development and productivity, announced today that the University of Colorado Foundation, has selected a Software as a Service (SaaS) Learning Management System (LMS) to enhance, centralize, and standardize training and development across all locations throughout the state of Colorado. - May 22, 2009 - Learn.com
"Stress Free Nation" Campaign from Indigene Initiated in Bahrain
“Stress Free Nation” Campaign from Indigene is designed for Pharmacists and consumers and will educate them about the ways to manage high stress levels. - May 22, 2009 - Indigene Pharmaceuticals
2009 Vitamin A Silver Collection Now Available at Molly Brown's
The complete 2009 Vitamin A Silver collection of designer and swimsuits is now available at Molly Brown's, the online designer beachwear store. - May 22, 2009 - Molly Brown’s
Elizabeth Dold, Principal, Groom Law Group, Chartered to Speak at KC’s Event on IRA and Qualified Plan Distributions: What You Need to Know in 2009 on 8/27/2009
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts announced today that Elizabeth Dold, Principal, Groom Law Group, Chartered will speak at The Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “IRA and Qualified Plan Distributions: What you need to know in... - May 22, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
IBBA and M&A Source to Benefit Dream House for Medically Fragile Children
The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and the M&A Source have selected Dream House for Medically Fragile Children as the first charity recipient of the G.I.F.T. (Good Investments for Tomorrow) program during the IBBA – M&A Source Spring 2009 Joint Conference for Professional Development in June. The G.I.F.T. program was introduced to benefit a local charity, and with contributions from its members, the IBBA & M&A Source will be presenting a monetary donation to Dream House. - May 22, 2009 - International Business Brokers Association
RITE AID Does Beauty The RITE Way
African-American Females Targeted at Various Community Events. - May 22, 2009 - Cosmetic Promotions Inc.
RFID in Hospital: RFID Patient Tracking Solution Improves Efficiency
As RFID has drawn considerable attention to hospitals, especially in patient tracking solution. In respond to the above demand, DAILY RFID has launched a cost-effective RFID patient tracking Kit for instant deployment in hospital. The RFID patient tracking kit contains the elements needed to... - May 22, 2009 - DAILY RFID CO., Limited
Release of Ground Breaking eBook: The Real Story of Essential Oils is Revealed
Our ancestors used essential oils for many medicinal purposes, and research has verified that these oils contain healing properties. To learn about how essential oils can benefit you and your loved ones, read Hooper’s new eBook, "Introduction to Essential Oils." - May 21, 2009 - Diana Hooper
New Legal Resource for Virginia Dog Bite Victims
School-aged children across Virginia will soon be enjoying the freedom of summer vacation and more time spent outdoors. As parents look to keep their children safe, a new legal resource can educate them about a serious subject – dog bites. - May 21, 2009 - Jim Parrish
Freecycle Facility Enhanced to Boost Reuse and Recycling at The Vyouz Network
The Vyouz Network have now completed their latest upgrade and platform developments which will enhance and accelerate reuse and recycling. Existing freecyclers and other free use organizations can now use the system to promote and encourage other members of the public to share their unwanted... - May 21, 2009 - Vyouz Ltd
IndieFlix Unveils New Indie Film Distribution Model at Cannes
IndieFlix CEO Scilla Andreen launched today an international tour to introduce new distribution models for independent films, highlighting her company's premium packaging of Andrew Robinson's "April Showers," based on the Columbine High School massacre in 1999. For the film, IndieFlix... - May 21, 2009 - IndieFlix Inc.
Senior Service Match Officially Launches Full Version of Site
Senior Service Match announced today that they have officially ended the beta testing phase of their senior living placement website and have gone "live" with their services. - May 21, 2009 - Senior Service Match, L.L.C.
Leading UK SEO Company Appoint Steve Logan as New Writer
Koozai appoint new Writer to bolster their growing team. Steve Logan comes onboard to further reinforce the Southampton Company's SEO services. - May 21, 2009 - Koozai
The Transition Companies Renames Business Optimization Practice Group
The Transition Companies renames its Consulting Services Group to the Business Optimization Practice Group. - May 21, 2009 - The Transition Companies
G+G PR Launches in NYC-Tailoring Hi-Profile Public Relations & Branding Services to Clients Specializing in the Event Planning, Lifestyle, Fashion & Entertainment Arenas
An Entertainment PR Firm with Two-Decades of Experience Joins Forces with a Fashion Industry Veteran Bringing Media-Savvy, Style & a Marketing-Driven Approach Designed to Meet the Needs of Today’s Clients. - May 21, 2009 - G+G PR
Petrohawk; The Producer of Choice in the Haynesville Shale Play
It appears that Petrohawk’s ability to deliver the monster well has paid off according to poll results released today. GoHaynesvilleShale.com has released its results from a poll which asked the question, “Taking into account all considerations, which producer would you rather see... - May 21, 2009 - Shaleforum.com
Happi House Sees Huge Spike in QSR Catering Sales
Happi House, an emerging teriyaki franchise, focuses on growing ‘Affordable Catering’ market. - May 21, 2009 - Happi House Franchise Corporation, Inc.
elements™ Announces Expansion Into Canada with Downtown Toronto Location
elements™, a premium fitness and lifestyle brand for women, will open a new location in Toronto. - May 21, 2009 - elements®
Champion-Arrowhead Chosen Converting All Their Plumbing Products to No‐lead, Nationwide, to Help Lower the Threat of Pollution and Toxic Substances
California law AB1953 is a major initiative focused on lowering the health threat of lead in pipes and plumbing fixtures. It revises the definition of “lead fee” within each component that comes into contact with the wetted surfaces of pipes and pipe fittings, plumbing fittings and fixtures. Effective January 1, 2010. Champion-Arrowhead is converting all of their plumbing products to no‐lead, nationwide and is focused on protecting drinking water through no-lead and back flow prevention. - May 21, 2009 - Champion-Arrowhead, LLC