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Online Photo Filer
JMKDomains makes building an online photo album easy. Online Photo Sharing Made Simple. JMKDomains offers yet another way for you to use your domain name with Online Photo Filer, an affordable, easy-to-use method for sharing photos on the World Wide Web. Whether you're a shutterbug or an Internet... - January 17, 2009 - JMKDomains
JMKDomains Now Offering Extended Validation Certificates
JMKDomains announced today that new Extended Validation (EV) SSL Certificates are available for sale and ready to install. An SSL Certificate is a digital credential that authenticates the identity of a Web site and encrypts information via Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) technology. Created to... - January 17, 2009 - JMKDomains
SIRVA Announces Major Sales Force Expansion
SIRVA Inc., a leading global relocation and moving services provider, today announced the appointment of five new members to the SIRVA Relocation Global Sales force. Serving in various roles, these key hires underscore SIRVA’s commitment to pursuing overall corporate growth despite current... - January 17, 2009 - Sirva Inc.
North Carolina VAR Adds NComputing to Virtual Desktop Technology Solutions
Ultra Low Cost Computing for Schools, Business, and Manufacturing - January 17, 2009 - Data Connections Inc
Martial Arts Business Daily Launches
January 2009 marks a new era in martial arts business journalism with the launch of MartialArtsBusinessDaily.com. - January 17, 2009 - MartialArtsBusinessDaily.com
Hampton Roads Organizers Share Knowledge with Langley Air Force Base Family Child Care
Professional organizers from around the Hampton Roads, Virginia area will be celebrating Get Organized Month by offering continuing education to the Langley Air Force Base Family Child Care Providers on Wednesday, January 21, 2009. - January 17, 2009 - Key Transitions - Professional Organizing
Quantum Survey Detects Economic Crisis Impacts Employee Engagement
Results of a national comparative survey of US companies between 2007 and 2008 indicate that 66 percent of the firms in the study saw decreases in their employee engagement, according to Greg Harris, president, Quantum Workplace, a market research company that surveys employee engagement. - January 17, 2009 - Quantum Market Research
4Checks Affiliate Program is a Finalist for "Exceptional Merchant" at the 2009 Affiliate Summit West Conference
As a regular presence at the Affiliate Summits, both East and West, 4Checks was elated to be a finalist for the “Exceptional Merchant” Pinnacle Award. While the company did not win the award, Affiliate Marketing Manager, Kathy Viau, and her associate, Tatiana DiSalvo, were thrilled to have been nominated and made into the top three candidates. - January 17, 2009 - 4Checks
Beware of Unlicensed, Uninspected Charter Boats on Tampa Bay
People who charter yachts on Tampa Bay during upcoming major events like the Super Bowl may be putting themselves and their guests at risk. Local charter boat operators are warning the public about potential liabilities with uninspected and/or unlicensed charter boats. - January 17, 2009 - MEETINGS AFLOAT!
New Hampshire Manufacturers Find Customers Overseas on the Buy American Website
Industrial Leaders, an online industrial supply trade portal designed to promote US-based manufacturers has launched a new report to help foreign buyers connect with New Hampshire exporters of industrial equipment, tools and supplies. - January 17, 2009 - IndustrialLeaders.com
OktavaMod Releases "Ultimate MXL 603 Microphone Modification"
New low-cost microphone modification allows inexpensive small diameter condenser mics to compete with expensive Neumann KM 184 microphone. - January 16, 2009 - OktavaMod
Replicon Timesheet Software Saves Companies Time and Costs by Streamlining Employee & Project Time Tracking
Replicon’s Web TimeSheet, a market leading time tracking solution, proves itself again at being very effective in enabling companies to streamline their employee time and expense tracking, as well as project tracking, and saving thousands of dollars and countless hours along the way. This article features the recent successes of three highlighted customers: Belle Enterprise and Technology, The Finance Project and NuTekk, Ltd. - January 16, 2009 - Replicon Inc
IPA Charities Supports ICDHR Scholarship Program
IPA Charities has contributed $20,000 to one of the Illinois Commission on Diversity and Human Relations’ (ICDHR) Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Scholarships. The particular scholarship funded by IPA Charities was presented Saturday, January 10 to Victor A. Scotti, Jr. at the 41st Annual Dr. - January 16, 2009 - IPA
Spark Author Arupa Tesolin to Kick-Off Innovation Panel at World Automotive News Congress
Arupa Tesolin, author of the new innovation book "Spark - Raise Your Mind to the Power of Infinity & Create Anything" will kick off the Jan. 20th Innovation Panel at the World Automotive News Congress in Detroit, with executives of the global automotive industry, to speak about the process of creative ideology and the hidden science of creating. A book signing will follow. - January 16, 2009 - Intuita
Helping Companies Go ‘Green’ Spurs Growth for Essentialink
Proven green initiatives can put more ‘green’ in to a company’s coffers as well as benefit the environment. The secret, according to CEO Bill Douglas, is to prioritize green initiatives based on a blend of company benefit and environmental benefit. - January 16, 2009 - EssentiaLink
Bill Spencer Joins Dashwood Consulting
Dashwood Consulting, an Australian company providing consultative business services, training, and supporting technology for effective communication solutions, welcomes industry veteran Bill Spencer. Brett Dashwood edp – Managing Director, Dashwood Consulting and VP-Asia Pacific, OutputLinks – said, “...Bill’s depth of knowledge and experience will not only add significant value to customers for a wide range of Dashwood Consulting services, but also to our OutputLinks work in the region too.” - January 16, 2009 - Dashwood Consulting
TownZilla.com and Relationship Building Network, Inc.; Online Marketing
High Tech Communications, Inc., a leading provider of Web and online marketing service for small and medium-sized businesses, announced an agreement with Relationship Building Network Organization, to offer online marketing for its upcoming event. High Tech Communications will be using its flagship... - January 16, 2009 - High Tech Communications, Inc
Atlanta Real Estate Boutique Goes Global: Takes Luxury Real Estate to a Whole New Level
Already a favorite among Celebrities, Allure Realty Group finds a way to prove once again why they are the authority in Real Estate Marketing. - January 15, 2009 - Allure Realty Group
Balfour Beatty Construction’s Mark Konchar Earns “40-Under-40” Distinction
Company Vice President recognized in Building Design+Construction’s prestigious “40 Under 40” list. - January 15, 2009 - Balfour Beatty Construction
Allied Van Lines Announces 41st Annual Magnet States Report
Texas tops list for fourth year in a row as No. 1 relocation destination in U.S., followed by North Carolina and Virginia. - January 15, 2009 - Sirva Inc.
Trust for Architectural Easements Issues Letter to President-Elect Obama on Historic Preservation, Sustainability and the Financial Crisis
The following is a letter from the Trust for Architectural Easements to President-elect Obama on historic preservation, sustainability and the financial crisis. Expansion of existing federal historic preservation tax incentives will stimulate the economy and protect the environment. - January 15, 2009 - Trust for Architectural Easements
Multi-Brand Organic Coupons Are Now Online
Mambo Sprouts Marketing has expanded its savings programs with printable, online coupons. Now, visitors to the Mambo Sprouts site (www.mambosprouts.com) can print high value coupons for natural and organic products. - January 15, 2009 - Mambo Sprouts Marketing
TeleType Expands Truck GPS Product Line: New 5’’ Inch Model Released
TeleType has now released the WorldNav 5100 series portable GPS for truck drivers. This new 5’’ inch device accommodates drivers preferring a slightly smaller screen than the top of the line 7” models currently offered by the company. The 5100 model provides the driver with an optimized viewing area while remaining compact in size. These portable GPS models feature navigation software which allows truck drivers to create routes based on the exact size and weight of their vehicles. - January 15, 2009 - TeleType Co.
Former Spanish Prime Minister Says Liberty Reduces Poverty
José Maria Aznar attributes prosperity to Ibero-American liberty and inspires next generation of Latin American leaders in Chile. - January 15, 2009 - The Fund for American Studies
New Author Bobby R. Lathan Jr. Released His First Book
Bobby R. Lathan Jr. has released his first book. A book of poetry of his life experiences and that you and others can easily relate to. - January 15, 2009 - Bobby Lathan Jr
Door Left Unlocked, Sonitrol Pacific Still Detects Trespasser
Despite a door being left unlocked, Sonitrol Pacific’s security system detected an intruder at Evergreen Treatment Center and sent Seattle Police to arrest one January 11. Award winning Operator Michael Young received the system activation signals from the facility and immediately called... - January 15, 2009 - Sound Security, Inc., dba Sonitrol Pacific
YOUGO Network Goes Live
YOUGO network is dedicated to becoming a major resource to the small to medium size business owners and operators. Their services will benefit you personally and professionally. - January 15, 2009 - YOUGO network
U.S. Exporters Meet Trading Partners in Israel, Kuwait and Iran on ForeignTRADEX
ForeignTRADEX.com, an international industrial trade portal has published three new marketing guides for American manufacturers seeking trading partners and the Middle East industrial marketplace. - January 15, 2009 - IndustrialLeaders.com
Pelican Products Inc. Acquires Hardigg Industries
Pelican Products Inc. has acquired Hardigg Industries. This marks it as the largest acquisition in the history of the protective case industry. The deal also bolsters Pelican's product line and expands service offerings. - January 15, 2009 - Pelican Products
Laura Browne Joins the Business Expert Webinars Speaker Team
Business Expert Webinars (BEW), the leading provider of business eLearning, announced that Laura Browne has joined their speaker community to deliver business communication and networking content. “We are delighted to have Laura Browne in our portfolio of speakers. Laura's teachings can help... - January 15, 2009 - Business Expert Webinars
Binding.com Introduces Durable Cover Stock & Binding Covers
Binding.com, a leading provider of binding machines, laminators, laminating supplies and binding supplies, now offers cover stock paper and binding covers. - January 15, 2009 - NSC International
The Jersey Boys do It Again. Teenaged Brothers Alex Gere and Austin Gere Along with Their Friend Nick Panes Launch Xfuel, the Energy Drink for Gamers… by Gamers.
The Jersey Boys do it again. Teenaged brothers Alex Gere and Austin Gere along with their friend Nick Panes launch Xfuel, the energy drink for Gamers…by Gamers. Together with their respective fathers, Joe Gere and Howie Panes who’s About Me Labs is changing the face of the dietary... - January 14, 2009 - Xfuel
Karen Gaylord Earns Prestigious Designation to Help Homeowners in Danger of Foreclosure
Karen Gaylord CPA, CLU, ChFC of Long & Foster Realtors Bel Air Central has earned the prestigious Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE) designation, having completed extensive training in foreclosure avoidance and short sales. This is invaluable expertise to offer at a time when the area... - January 14, 2009 - Long & Foster Realtors
Grand Opening Of Doggie Lounge and Nightclub
A new style of daycare is coming to the metro area. Your dog deserves the fun and style you look for. The Doggie Lounge provides all the fun and excitement in a safe, cafe-free environment. - January 14, 2009 - Doggie Lounge & Nightclub
Eos Group Announces Release of v 2.0 of Unit Price software
Eos Group, Inc. has announced release of V 2.0 of their Unit Price Software. Unit Price was developed for contractors who need to deliver Bill of Quantity and unit price bids. Unit Price provides all the functionality necessary for bid day: generating bid item prices, spreading markups and overhead, and generating a proposal. - January 14, 2009 - Eos Group
New House Plan Design Service Established Ahead of Housing Recovery
Offers creative new designs and services to help builders and developers reshape their brand image. - January 14, 2009 - Simply Elegant Home Designs
NetEdge Hosts Meet on "Enhancing Efficiency in Your Business Ecosystem"
NetEdge Computing Solutions Pvt. Ltd and IBM recently hosted a Customer Roundtable; "Enhancing Efficiency in your Business Ecosystem," on November 24, 2006 at the Park. The event consisted of three key tracks that included; the IBM platform for On Demand Business, Redefining Customer... - January 14, 2009 - NetEdge Computing Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
IPA's Managing Director Receives Leadership Award
IPA’s Managing Director, John Burgess, was the recipient of the 2009 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Excellence in Leadership Award presented Saturday, January 10 at the 41st annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Remembrance and Celebration Dinner. “John Burgess has the brilliance of W.E.B. - January 14, 2009 - IPA
MAC Carpet to Present New Carpets and Rugs Creation Designs in Domotex 2009
New carpets and rugs creation designs will be presented by MAC Carpet - the leading manufacturer of tufted and printed mats, carpets and rugs in the 20th Domotex Hannover the Biggest flooring fair in the world that will take place during 17-20 January 2009 in Hannover, Germany. In Domotex Hannover... - January 14, 2009 - MAC Carpet
PDA-Based Handheld RfFID Reader Brings a Computer Environment
DAILY RFID, a leading producer of RFID readers and RFID tags, has recently unveiled 13.56MHz HF Handheld RFID reader DL8033 with low price at under 850USD. This PDA based, handheld RFID reader brings a computer environment to cater for the requirement of RFID mobile solutions. Base on Intel®... - January 14, 2009 - DAILY RFID CO., Limited
A.R.T. International Acquires Anthea Languages
The year 2008 strengthened the development of A.R.T International with the acquisition of ANTHEA Languages on April 30th, 2008. - January 14, 2009 - Anthea Languages Inc.
Long-Range Gen 2 RFID Reader with Fast Read Rate
DAILY RFID, a leading producer of RFID tags and RFID readers, has recently announces Gen 2 RFID reader DL910, which provides fast read rate and high performance. It supports the full UHF frequency band from 860–960MHz and with a long read range up to 15m. This EPC Gen 2 RFID reader is... - January 14, 2009 - DAILY RFID CO., Limited
Live2Sell Launches Three New Lead Generation and Appointment Setting Campaigns in the First Week of the Year to Promote US & UK Businesses Through Outbound Telemarketing
Live2Sell, Inc., The Outbound Telemarketing Specialists, today announced that they have launched three (3) separate campaigns to promote US and UK businesses through the use of Telemarketing, despite the poor economic climate at present. - January 14, 2009 - Live2Sell, Inc.
Work at Home Legit Launches WorkAtHomeLegit.net: Connecting Real People with Real Work at Home Opportunity
With the launch of their new website, Work At Home Legit dedicates themselves to connecting people with legitimate work at home opportunities and providing tips and advice every step of the way. Arming newly recruited freelancers with all of the tools necessary for success, Work At Home Legit provides a true public service. - January 14, 2009 - Work At Home Legit
Credit Cards Costing Business Profits
The rise in fees related to accepting credit cards has increased for businesses in the U.S. - January 13, 2009 - Financial Mitigation Services
IMS Launches IMSTVOnline.com, Bringing Powerful Analysis Tool to Television Marketers
Infomercial Monitoring Services, Inc. (IMS) of Philadelphia launches IMSTVOnline.com, a tool for television marketers, broadcasters and producers to obtain and analyze expenditures, media buys and details of infomercials. - January 13, 2009 - Infomercial Monitoring Service, Inc
Get Those Holiday Photos Out of the Camera and Onto the Walls
PhotoFiddle.com makes museum-quality art from digital photos. Great for Valentines. http://photofiddle-gallery.com/. - January 13, 2009 - Photofiddle.com
MyNutritionStore.com Launches “Earn Extra Income - Own an Online Nutrition Business Free” to Home Based Entrepreneurs
Jim Stepanian, CEO of MyNutritionStore.com, announces the launch of free online nutrition stores to home based entrepreneurs, fitness, wellness and boot camp professionals interested in owning an online business. MyNutritionStore.com handles the inventory, shipping, paperwork and online marketing, including weekly email specials to store customers. Store owners can make commissions from 25 to 40% by selling MyNutritionStore.com products enabling them to work fewer hours and earn extra money. - January 13, 2009 - MyNutritionStore.com
Virtual Assistant Promotes Life in Nova Scotia
Time on Task Virtual Assistant Services Becomes Charter Member of Nova Scotia’s Come to Life Initiative. - January 13, 2009 - Time on Task Virtual Assistant Services
China Telecom and Manbujia Sign World’s Largest WiFi Access Deal
Manbujia, Asia’s fastest growing provider of WiFi roaming solutions, has completed an agreement with China Telecom Corporation Ltd for nationwide WiFi roaming. The agreement grants Manbujia’s subscribers and network operator partners seamless access to China Telecom’s ChinaNet,... - January 13, 2009 - Manbujia Ltd