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Elizabeth Bublitz, Owner, Creator and Author of Pawfriendly Landscapes, Was a Panelist for Goodwill Youth Foundation on December 1, 2008 at Kennedy High School in Denver
Elizabeth Bublitz, owner, creator and author of Pawfriendly Landscapes, was a panelist for Goodwill Youth Foundation on December 1, 2008 at Kennedy High School in Denver. Elizabeth was among other professionals who spoke to the high school business students about their chosen careers and how to... - January 01, 2009 - Pawfriendly Landscapes, Inc.
SEPI Engineering Group Project Manager Earns LEED Accreditation
Sepi Asefnia, president of SEPI Engineering Group (www.sepiengineering.com), a firm which provides civil engineering and planning services to private and public sector clients across the Southeast, has announced that Brian Kraynak, project manager at the firm, has earned the Leadership in Energy... - December 31, 2008 - SEPI Engineering Group
Kensington Creek Manor Now Features Three New Home Designs for Phase II
Bowen Family Homes recently introduced three new home designs in its popular Lawrenceville community, Kensington Creek Manor. Now featuring the Aberdeen, the Walden and the Riverglen home plans, this Gwinnett County community offers interested homebuyers the choice of 13 different floor plans, both ranch and two-story, ranging from three to four bedrooms. Kensington Creek Manor is priced from the $180,000s. - December 30, 2008 - Bowen Family Homes
Lori Cavanaugh, Official Photographer for Pawfriendly Landscapes, Opens Her Home for the Division of Wildlife to Help Capture a Wounded Doe in Kiowa
Lori Cavanaugh, official photographer for Pawfriendly Landscapes, and her husband, Jack Cavanaugh, have opened their Kiowa home for the Division Of Wildlife to help capture a wounded doe. The doe, nicknamed Miss. Doe by Lori, has been shot with a hunting arrow that has pierced her nose, neck and... - December 30, 2008 - Pawfriendly Landscapes, Inc.
Genesis Funding Source, LLC Provides $2,550,00 in Financing for Retail Strip Center in Houston, TX
Bryan K. Watts, President of Genesis Funding Source, LLC, announced today that they have provided $2,550,000 in financing to Beltway-Crenshaw Retail, LP (“Beltway-Crenshaw”) for a 16,530 square foot retail strip center located at the intersection of Crenshaw and Beltway 8 in Houston,... - December 26, 2008 - Genesis Funding Source, LLC
Bowen Family Homes Offers Home Buyers 2.75% Interest Rates
Interest rates are at an all-time low and Bowen Family Homes is offering home buyers Federal Housing Administration (FHA) loans with an unbelievable interest rate of 2.75 percent*. This low interest rate is available at over 20 of Bowen Family Homes’ Atlanta communities on homes that close by... - December 26, 2008 - Bowen Family Homes
President-Elect Barack Obama is Spending Christmas with Family and Friends at the Luxurious Paradise Point Estates at Kailua Bay
President-elect Barack Obama and his family have chosen to spend Christmas week this year at the newly built Plantation and Balinese companion estate homes at Paradise Point Estates (www.paradisepointestates.com) at Kailua Bay. Both homes were completed by Mercury Development, a division of Portland Fixture L.P. David Zimel, President, reports that the homes are located within the upscale gated beachfront community of Castle Point. - December 25, 2008 - Mercury Development
Exercise Fundraiser Raises Money for Third Habitat Women Build Program
Women Build volunteers are gearing up for a unique fundraiser, “Curves Circuit Challenge” to be held at participating Curves locations in Moore County for the month of January. Similar to a walk-a-thon, women will collect pledges for the number of circuits they complete for the entire... - December 25, 2008 - Habitat for Humanity of the NC Sandhills
AIA Detroit Names Two Honorary Members
Ireland, Zeichmeister selected for important contributions to the Detroit area's quality of life. - December 25, 2008 - American Institute of Architects Detroit
AIA Detroit Selects Roberts as Its Young Architect of the Year
Wyandotte Architect Recognized for Exceptional Contributions to the Profession. - December 24, 2008 - American Institute of Architects Detroit
Beracah Builders Complete Green Advantage Certification
Staff and preferred builders of Beracah Homes recently completed Green Advantage certification. Green Advantage certification is a top certification agency for green building practices. - December 24, 2008 - Beracah Homes
Creasap Named Director of Safety and Health
The Association of Union Constructors welcomed Wayne Creasap as its new director of safety and health effective Dec. 8. "We're pleased to introduce Wayne Creasap, a well-established member of the construction community, as our new director of safety and health, TAUC Chief Executive Officer... - December 24, 2008 - The Association of Union Constructors
Hilton Promoted to Senior Vice President
Kevin J. Hilton has been promoted to the position of senior vice president, representing The Association of Union Constructors and the National Maintenance Agreements Policy Committee, effective Nov. 1. - December 24, 2008 - The Association of Union Constructors
Pawfriendly Landscapes Donates to the Tessa Paprocki Hope Fund by Contributing to Their Silent Auction on Friday, December 19, 2008
Pawfriendly Landscapes donated to the Tessa Paprocki Hope Fund by contributing a landscape design, landscape consult and an autographed book of "Pawfriendly Landscapes - How to Share the Turf When Your Backyard Belongs to Barney," to their silent auction on Friday, December 19, 2008 at Dakota Ridge High School in Littleton, Colorado. Ms. Paprocki is a twenty-eight year old Littleton resident who was diagnosed with breast cancer after delivering her first baby boy, Landon. - December 23, 2008 - Pawfriendly Landscapes, Inc.
The Working Capital Journal Discusses Commercial Finance Funding Practices
The Working Capital Journal is now providing coverage of recent business finance funding decisions by commercial lenders throughout the United States and how these actions will impact small business owners. AEX Commercial Financing Group has established a special section of The Working Capital Journal that will be dedicated to analysis of the rapidly-changing environment for commercial finance funding. - December 22, 2008 - AEX Commercial Financing Group
Blake Products Offers Free Shipping on Zipwall 4 Pack Plus and Zipwall Dust Barrier Products
The Zipwall 4 pack plus and other Zipwall dust barrier products are now being distributed by Blake Products with a special free shipping offer. - December 22, 2008 - Surface Protection International
"Energy and Storm Resistant Home Builder Thrives in North Port Florida"
American Homes, LLC at www.amrhomes.com, offers semi-custom homes from $159,000 to over $2,000,000 that are energy saving and storm resistant for savings and peace of mind. A privately owned and operated builder with over 60 years of combines experience. - December 21, 2008 - American Homes, LLC
Sheoris Earns Gold Medal from AIA Detroit
The American Institute of Architects Detroit bestowed its highest honor, the Gold Medal, on John V. Sheoris, FAIA of Grosse Pointe Park during its annual Celebration of Excellence at the Detroit Institute of Arts. President Mark Nickita, AIA of Birmingham made the presentation. Sheoris has had two... - December 21, 2008 - American Institute of Architects Detroit
Pinehurst Modern Woodmen Members Plant Trees for Sandhills Habitat
On December 6, local Modern Woodmen of America members gave a lasting gift to the community. Members of the Pinehurst Modern Woodmen Camp gathered at Lourdes Saavedra's home to landscape her new Habitat house. Lourdes is one of 160 Habitat homeowners in the Sandhills region and the first to receive... - December 21, 2008 - Habitat for Humanity of the NC Sandhills
Archer Honored by Architects
The American Institute of Architects Detroit Chapter is proud to announce that former mayor Dennis Archer, JD accepted the Charles Blessing Award at the Chapter’s Celebration of Architecture at the Detroit Institute of Arts. Dennis W. Archer put himself through college, graduating from... - December 20, 2008 - American Institute of Architects Detroit
Beacon Realty Capital Announces $6.3 Million Financing Transaction for Suburban Chicago Retail Center
Beacon Realty Capital, a commercial real estate financial services firm, announced a $6.3 million refinancing for an Illinois borrower on Oak Creek Plaza, a 200,000 square-foot retail center located in Mundelein, Ill. The five-year fixed rate term loan closed in October 2008 and was funded through... - December 19, 2008 - Beacon Realty Capital, Inc.
Jim Eichel of Accent Construction Named Impact Leader
Accent Construction, a Triangle-based full service commercial general contractor, has announced that CEO Jim Eichel has been named a Real Estate Impact Leader by Business Leader magazine. Business Leader showcases businesses and individuals who are recognized as leaders in their industry. Eichel... - December 19, 2008 - Accent Construction
BJAC Names New Designer and Graphic Presentation Specialist
Lou Jurkowski, chief executive officer of BJAC pa (www.bjac.com), one of the largest woman-owned design firms in the Southeast, has announced that Jimmy Beech has joined the firm as a designer and graphic presentation specialist. In this position, Beech will produce 3-D architectural renderings,... - December 19, 2008 - BJAC
Royal Oaks Building Group President Named Builder of the Year
Royal Oaks Building Group, LLC (www.royaloaksbg.com), has announced that its president, Rich Van Tassel, received the Builder of the Year honor from the Home Builders Association of Raleigh-Wake County (HBA). The award was presented at the HBA’s annual Holiday Celebration and Officer... - December 19, 2008 - Royal Oaks Homes LLC
A New Name for Towing Power
Recognized leader in the towing industry Torklift International proudly presents the newest in their line of heavy hauling hitches, the Superhitch Magnum. The Superhitch Magnum is the highest rated class V hitch around and features no drill applications and Torklift's industry exclusive lifetime warranty. - December 18, 2008 - Torklift International
USA Insulation of Ohio Expands with a Location Serving the Akron-Canton Area
The company is currently providing professional home insulation throughout the entire state of Ohio as well as regions of Pennsylvania. - December 18, 2008 - USA Insulation
Highland Homes Builds in Bridgewater, a Master-Planned Community in Lakeland
At a time when many builders are reporting record losses, Highland Homes is doing the unbelievable- building in another new community. While other companies are packing it in, Highland Homes is comfortably un-packing in the expansive new golf community of BridgeWater. BridgeWater is situated on... - December 18, 2008 - Highland Homes
Component Engineers Inc. Acquires Elks Manufacturing Corporation
Component Engineers Inc. (CEI) is pleased to announce the acquisitions of the assets of Elks Manufacturing. - December 18, 2008 - Component Engineers Inc.
SEPI Engineering Group Vice President of Site/Civil Division Earns LEED Accreditation
Sepi Asefnia, president of SEPI Engineering Group (www.sepiengineering.com), a firm which provides civil engineering and planning services to private and public sector clients across the southeast, has announced that Bill Piver, vice president of the firm’s site/civil division, has earned the... - December 18, 2008 - SEPI Engineering Group
Cornish & Carey Recognized as Top Brokerage Firm
Cornish & Carey Commercial was recognized by the California Real Estate Journal as the second leading commercial brokerage company in the state of California. C&C is the only firm ranked in the top 10 with offices located in one geographic region of the state, which underscores the depth of the company’s presence. The Silicon Valley Business Journal recognized C&C as the top “Commercial Brokerage Firm of the Year” and awarded C&C President Erik Doyle “Commercial Broker of the Year.” - December 17, 2008 - Cornish & Carey Commercial Newmark Knight Frank
Blake Products Reveals Its New Reusable Bath Tub Protector for Builders and Remodelers
A new patented builder product designed to protect tubs from damage during the construction process is hitting the market. Manufactured specifically for reducing damage from scratches and chips this product will protect bathtubs during all phases of construction. - December 17, 2008 - Surface Protection International
Blake Products Reveals Its New Corrugated Cardboard Sheets Designed for Floor Protection
A new innovative floor protection product designed to wick moisture away from the floor and protect the floor during the building process is hitting the market. Manufactured specifically for reducing damage from dents and scratches, this product will protect floors during all phases of construction. - December 17, 2008 - Surface Protection International
Jim Chapman Communities Acquires Two West Cobb Communities
Jim Chapman Communities, one of Atlanta's leading active adult developers, is pleased to announce its newest endeavors into the West Cobb new home market with The Haven at Lost Mountain, an active adult development, and Concord Mill, the company's first non-age-restricted single family development. - December 17, 2008 - Jim Chapman Communities
Austin Firm Teams Up with Graffiti Artists to Convert Old Filing Cabinets Into Gleaming New Sidewalk Planters
Finds a noble new role for neglected office equipment - December 17, 2008 - MINIMIS
The Basement Doctor Helps the Mid-Ohio Foodbank
'The Basement Doctor' J&D Basement Systems is working with the Mid-Ohio Foodbank by utilizing their Home Improvement Center in Reynoldsburg Ohio as a collection point for non-perishable food donations. - December 15, 2008 - The Basement Doctor
Todd Jackson Named President of NARI San Diego for Second Consecutive Year
Jackson Design & Remodeling (JDR), winner of the 2007 BBB Torch Award for Business Ethics, today announced that CEO Todd Jackson has been elected President of the San Diego Chapter of the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) for a second consecutive year. Serving the San... - December 15, 2008 - Jackson Design and Remodeling
IBA Consultants Becher Named Presenter at Premier Workshop for Design and Construction Professionals
RCI, Inc., an international association of professional consultants, architects, and engineers who specialize in the specification and design of roofing, waterproofing and exterior wall systems, has chosen IBA Consultant’s Dave Becher as a presenter for its Region IV Ninth Annual Roofing and... - December 15, 2008 - IBA Consultants
Five Star Franchisee Expands Into Ogden, UT Area
Steve Kennett, owner of a successful franchise in Edmonton East, purchases Ogden, Utah area. - December 14, 2008 - Five Star Painting
Specialist Masonry and Plastering Craftsmen Restore Elizabethan Manor House
Specialist contractor Linford-Bridgeman has completed important restoration work on Canons Ashby House in Northamptonshire. The Elizabethan manor house near Daventry, which has survived virtually unaltered since 1710, is owned by the National Trust. The repair and restoration project has involved... - December 14, 2008 - Linford-Bridgeman
Rich Van Tassel Receives Real Estate Impact Award
Royal Oaks Building Group, LLC (www.royaloaksbg.com) has announced that Rich Van Tassel, president of the company, has been selected as one of the Real Estate Impact 24 leaders by Business Leader magazine. The Impact 24 award recognizes outstanding achievement and contributions to the Triangle... - December 14, 2008 - Royal Oaks Homes LLC
Xten Industries Acquires Assets of Rubbermaid
Xten announced this week that it has added to its injection molding fleet. - December 14, 2008 - Xten Industries
Blake Products Offers Free Shipping on All Zipwall® Dust Control Products
Zipwall’s® dust control products are now being distributed by Blake Products with a special free shipping offer. - December 14, 2008 - Surface Protection International
Five Star Painting Expands Into Charleston, SC Area with a New Franchisee
Bryan Buzon purchases his first Five Star franchise in the Charleston, South Carolina area. - December 14, 2008 - Five Star Painting
Mill Log Wilson Equipment Ltd. Announces That BC Ferries Has Chosen Twin Disc Owned-BCS Marine Steering Components for the Queen of Coquitlam
Mill Log Wilson Equipment Ltd., Burnaby, BC (www.milllog.com) and its Service Dealer-CANnav Marine Solutions (www.solutions.cannav.com), is pleased to announce that BCS Marine Hydraulic Steering Components (www.bcsmarine.com) has been chosen by BC Ferries for the Queen of Coquitlam, which is currently back in service after a brief stay at Deas dock for upgrades and repairs. - December 14, 2008 - Mill Log Equipment Company., Inc.
Blake Products Reveals Its New Wood Floor Protection for Builders and Flooring Companies
A new wood floor protection product designed to protect floors during the construction process is hitting the market. Manufactured specifically for reducing damage from chip and scratches, this product will protect wood floors during all phases of construction. - December 13, 2008 - Surface Protection International
Interior Talent Principal Nadia Roberts Featured in Boutique Design Magazine
Interior Talent, one of the leading recruitment firms for Architecture and Interior Design, has recently been featured in the November / December 08 issue of Boutique Design Magazine: For High-End Hospitality. Principal Nadia Roberts was interviewed by journalist Kelly Hushin on her advice and expertise in the industry and asks the hard questions about how to get, and stay, employed. - December 13, 2008 - Interior Talent
Home for the Holidays with Julie LaTerra Homes
Receive $5,000 in free options through December 31, 2008. - December 13, 2008 - Julie LaTerra Homes
Interior Talent’s Free Career Coaching Webinar is Now at a New Date and Time
Interior Talent's Webinar: Tools, Tips & Tactics – Job Search Expertise from Kenneth Roberts, a leading A&D Recruiter, is now at a new time. - December 12, 2008 - Interior Talent
Prudential Homesale Services Group Helps Lancaster County Families During the Holidays
Since 1995, the agents and staff of Prudential Homesale Services Group have helped local children through Toys for Tots. Prudential Homesale has collection boxes at all of its Lancaster County locations, including Centerville Road, North Pointe Boulevard, Quarryville, Elizabethtown, Ephrata, and... - December 12, 2008 - Prudential Homesale Services Group
Conros Group Expands Capacities
India’s Conros Group is planning to triple its pipe-making capacity. - December 12, 2008 - Conros Steels Pvt. Ltd.