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Home Plans Unveiled for Groves Park Commons Traditional Neighborhood Development
Builder Mike Stevens and partner Jon Stevens announce home plan designs for the Groves Park Commons Traditional Neighborhood Development. - April 28, 2008 - Groves Park Commons
Historic Charleston Foundation Honors "Green" Church Addition by Frank Harmon
Raleigh, NC-based architect Frank Harmon, FAIA, joined the Circular Congregational Church Building Committee on Thursday, April 24, in Charleston when the Historic Charleston Foundation presented the group with the Robert N.S. and Patti Foos Whitelaw Founder Award for the completely... - April 27, 2008 - Frank Harmon Architect PA
Elizabeth Bublitz to Host Book Signing at Barnes & Noble June 7 in Aurora, Colorado
Elizabeth Bublitz, author of "Pawfriendly Landscapes - How to Share the Turf When Your Backyard Belongs to Barney," is to host a book signing at Barnes & Noble on June 7 from 2pm - 4pm at 6300 S. Main St; the Southlands, Aurora, Colorado. Bublitz will be signing books which retail at... - April 27, 2008 - Pawfriendly Landscapes, Inc.
Custom Homebuilder & Realtors Grow Their Business ~ Julie LaTerra’s Realtor Lunch & Learn Series a Huge Success
Charlotte Realtors spent several hours enjoying a catered lunch and learning how Julie LaTerra Homes can help them grow their business. The Charlotte Realtors also took part in a tour of one the newest Julie LaTerra homes. Julie LaTerra’s philosophy of Family, Fun, Food & Friends was displayed throughout her Realtor Lunch & Learn event which is held monthly, by invitation only. Julie LaTerra Homes offers exceptional personalized service and a streamlined building process. - April 26, 2008 - Julie LaTerra Homes
Platinum Advanced Technologies Names New Chief Operating Officer
Platinum Advanced Technologies, Inc. has named R.B. “Rob” Coats III as Chief Operating Officer. Rob came to Platinum in September of 2007 as Vice President of Marketing and Sales, and is now being promoted to COO to continue training and building an effective management team at Platinum. - April 26, 2008 - Platinum Advanced Technologies, Inc.
JDavis Architects Announces New Associate
Jeff Davis, president of JDavis Architects, PLLC (www.jdavisarchitects.com), a full-service architecture, landscape architecture and interior design firm, has announced that Patricia Spinella, accounting manager, has been named an associate with the firm. Spinella has more than 12 years of industry... - April 26, 2008 - J. Davis Architects, PLLC
Local Basement Waterproofing Company Recognized for Quality Customer Service
Quality First Basement Systems recently won two Angie’s List Super Service Awards and Service Magic’s certification for customer service excellence. - April 25, 2008 - Quality 1st Basement Systems
The MACK Group, LLC Completes Large Asbestos Removal and Abatement Project in New Jersey
The MACK Group, LLC, a premier asbestos removal contractor also offering the abatement of mold, lead, biological and chemicals, recently completed a large, multi-tasked asbestos abatement project. The project was performed for a Fortune 500 company at one of their manufacturing plants in New Jersey. - April 25, 2008 - The Mack Group, LLC
Beacon Realty Capital Closes $57.4 Million Medical Office Transaction
Despite capital market volatility, Beacon Realty Capital, a commercial real estate financial services firm, arranged $57.4 million in fixed-rate non-recourse debt for a medical office building located in Hershey, Pennsylvania. The long-term financing was arranged using a pension fund... - April 25, 2008 - Beacon Realty Capital, Inc.
Pawfriendly Landscapes Has Started to Sell Pet First Aid Kits for $26.99 on www.pawfriendlylandscapes.com
Pawfriendly Landscapes is selling pet first aid kits for $26.99. They are available in two attractive colors - red or blue - and come in a fanny pack for hiking, walking, gardening or any outdoor activity. - April 25, 2008 - Pawfriendly Landscapes, Inc.
Live Invention Workshop in Tampa, May 17, 2008 Shows How to License or Sell Product Ideas to Companies for Royalties
Product Coach Matt Yubas plus Patent and Licensing Attorney Mark Malek are hosting a workshop to help everyday inventors succeed in presenting product ideas to companies for royalties. Matt Yubas (www.Product-Coach.com), author of Product Idea to Product Success, will provide the step-by-step... - April 24, 2008 - Matt Yubas Consulting
Galley Eco Capital Founder Set to Present at the 13th Annual Fisher Center Real Estate Conference in San Francisco
Lisa Michelle Galley, Founder and Managing Principal of Galley Eco Capital, will present "How Smart is Green?" at the 13th Annual Fisher Center Real Estate Conference. This highly visible public conference is topic driven, addresses issues close to the “transaction" and has... - April 24, 2008 - Galley Eco Capital
BJAC Announces New Construction Administrator
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 Christina Graham has joined the firm as a construction administrator. In this position, Graham will oversee construction documents, lead project... - April 24, 2008 - BJAC
Delray Beach Based Stone Profiles Forms Partnership with HADCO
Stone Profiles, a leading maker of fine artisan-quality cast stone products for the residential and commercial construction markets and HADCO, a nationally recognized, regional distributor of high-style, high-performance designer appliances for the home, jointly announced today the launch of Outdoor Solutions barbecue islands. - April 23, 2008 - Stone Profiles
Elizabeth Bublitz, Author of, "Pawfriendly Landscapes," Will be Hosting a Book Signing at Barnes & Noble in Golden, CO on July 24 with Table Mountain Pet Agency (TMAC)
Elizabeth Bublitz, author of, "Pawfriendly Landscapes," will be hosting a book signing at Barnes & Noble in Golden, CO on July 24, 2008 to benefit Table Mountain Animal Agency (TMAC). - April 23, 2008 - Pawfriendly Landscapes, Inc.
Two Brothers Ages 9 and 13 Create New Worldwide Symbol for Biodiesel
When Alex and Austin Gere were asked by their father to help create a universal symbol for Biodiesel they had no idea it would have Global consequences. Their father Joe Gere who heads up the “Green Initiatives” for New York based rental company On Site Energy Co convinced the company... - April 22, 2008 - On Site Energy
Sign Companies Online Has Announced Its Advanced Search Feature for Beta Testing by National Sign Companies
Sign Companies Online releases its new advanced search feature, after speaking with large national sign companies and finding out what they do not have in their databases or other resources. This advanced search will allow them quicker access to licensed sign companies throughout the United States... - April 21, 2008 - Sign Companies Online
Five Star Painting, a Leading Painting Franchise System, Announces a New Franchise Opening in San Antonio, Texas
Five Star Painting now provides service in 50 major Markets in North America, with operations in 19 states and provinces. - April 20, 2008 - Five Star Painting
Five Star Painting, a Leading Painting Franchise System, Announces a New Franchise Opening in Atlanta, Georgia
Five Star Painting now provides service in 50 major Markets in North America, with operations in 19 states and provinces. - April 20, 2008 - Five Star Painting
Solar Vistas Costa Rica - Eco Village
Solar Vistas has begun development of its first eco-village in Malpais, Costa Rica. - April 20, 2008 - Solar Vistas Costa Rica
Robbie Ferris Named Impact Entrepreneur
SFL+a Architects (www.sfla.biz), a firm designed to provide state-of-the-art architectural solutions to educational institutions, has announced that Robbie Ferris, president and CEO, has been named an Impact Entrepreneur by Charlotte Business Leader magazine. Charlotte Business Leader... - April 20, 2008 - SFL + A Architects
Custom Homebuilder Launches Her Monthly "Girl’s Night Out" ~ Julie Laterra Homes Launches Monthly Event for Consumers
One of Charlotte’s leading custom homebuilders announces dates for her "Girl's Night Out" seminars & events. - April 19, 2008 - Julie LaTerra Homes
Elizabeth Bublitz, Author of Pawfriendly Landscapes, Will be at Barnes & Noble at 8374 S. Willow St; Lone Tree, CO on May 10 at 2pm.
Elizabeth Bublitz, author of Pawfriendly Landscapes - How to Share the Turf When Your Backyard Belongs to Barney, will be at Barnes & Noble at 8374 S. Willow St; Lone Tree, CO on May 10 at 2pm. Otis, one of the characters from her newly released book, will also be in attendance. - April 19, 2008 - Pawfriendly Landscapes, Inc.
The Culture of Place: Architects Discuss America's Regional Landscape
Frank Harmon, FAIA, to address the American Institute of Architect's 2008 National Convention in Boston. - April 19, 2008 - Frank Harmon Architect PA
Nicole Condon Joins Empire Real Estate as Realtor and Office Manager
Nicole Condon has recently joined Empire Real Estate as a Real Estate Salesperson and Office Manager. Empire Real Estate is a family-owned construction and real estate company in Rockland. - April 19, 2008 - Empire Companies
Schultz-Creehan LLC Announces New Micro Machining Center
New micro machining technology significantly adds to Schultz-Creehan’s fabrication and custom manufacturing capabilities. - April 19, 2008 - Schultz-Creehan Holdings, Inc.
Panther Cover the South West with New Bristol Branch
Kestrel Powered Access has become Panther Platform Rentals, continuing to specialise in local reliable access rental. - April 19, 2008 - Panther Platform Rentals
DAVACO Names Heidi Wahrhaftig to National Account Executive Retail Services; Company Continues to Grow Hard-Line and Special Services Division
DAVACO, Inc., the national leading provider of retail services, announced today the addition of Heidi Wahrhaftig as the national account executive for its product merchandising and special retail services division. Wahrhaftig is responsible for new business development and the management of... - April 19, 2008 - DAVACO, Inc.
MHAworks Wins Renovation Project with Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools
MHAworks, a Carolinas-based architecture firm, has been selected to renovate Amay James School, a unit of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg School System. David Clinton, Education Design Principal for MHAworks, will lead the project team of the $4.3 million renovation. The project will convert the... - April 19, 2008 - MHAworks
The Construction Industry Can Save £50 Million Every Year Simply by Procuring Site Accommodation That is Delivered on Time
On time delivery of site accommodation could save the construction industry £50 million every year, according to site accommodation hire company Konstructa Hire. Delays to building projects are all too common, as Konstructa Hire has discovered through reports from their clients, 50% of whom require last-minute site cabins, following problems with other suppliers. - April 19, 2008 - Konstructa
MHAworks Chosen for New 4-H Conference Center
MHAworks, a Carolinas-based architecture firm, has been selected to design a new multi-purpose Conference Center for the Eastern 4-H Environmental Education Center. - April 18, 2008 - MHAworks
Platinum Technology™ Helps Local Resident Build It Back Stronger... Smarter... Better... in New Orleans
Platinum Advanced Technologies, Inc. provides a local hurricane victim a product for walls, ceilings and roofs that is strong, energy efficient, environmentally friendly, decay resistant and easier to use to rebuild stronger, smarter and better in New Orleans. - April 18, 2008 - Platinum Advanced Technologies, Inc.
JDavis Architects’ Employees Participate in AIDSWALK and RIDE
Jeff Davis, president of JDavis Architects (www.jdavisarchitects.com), PLLC, a full-service architecture, landscape architecture and interior design firm, has announced that the firm will participate in the 2008 AIDSWALK and RIDE on Saturday, May 3 starting at the Halifax mall in downtown Raleigh. - April 18, 2008 - J. Davis Architects, PLLC
Bob Moore Construction’s Longhorn Harley-Davidson Project Honored by QUOIN / AGC
Bob Moore Construction’s Longhorn Harley-Davidson construction project has received the 2008 Merit Award from QUOIN / AGC. Completed in 2007, the Longhorn Harley-Davidson Dealership is a 38,000 SF building located in Grand Prairie, Texas. This award makes 2008 the fourth consecutive year Bob Moore Construction has received formal recognition from QUOIN. - April 17, 2008 - Bob Moore Construction
The MACK Group, LLC Completes Commercial Asbestos Removal Project at Mall in NJ
The MACK Group, LLC, a premier asbestos abatement and flooring removal contractor, recently completed a commercial asbestos abatement project that consisted of the removal of asbestos floor tile and mastic. The project was performed at a Mall in New Jersey. - April 17, 2008 - The Mack Group, LLC
SEPI Engineering Group Inks Deal with Technology Associates
Sepi Asefnia, president of SEPI Engineering Group (www.sepiengineering.com), which provides civil engineering and planning services to private- and public-sector clients across the Southeast, has announced that the firm has signed an agreement with Technology Associates, a full-service technology... - April 17, 2008 - SEPI Engineering Group
Applewood Acres Gardening & Landscaping Announces Unbeatable Value on 2008 Spring Yard Clean Up Service
Applewood Acres Gardening announces unbeatable prices on spring yard clean up services for residential homeowners and commercial clients. - April 17, 2008 - Applewood Acres Gardening & Landscaping
Pawfriendly Landscapes - How to Share the Turf When Your Backyard Belongs to Barney is Available at Wal-Mart Stores
"Pawfriendly Landscapes, How to Share the Turf When Your Backyard Belongs to Barney," is available at Wal-Mart Stores for $10.18 - nearly $4.00 off suggested retail price. For more information, go to http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.gsp?product_id=9133230 Elizabeth Bublitz, author... - April 16, 2008 - Pawfriendly Landscapes, Inc.
BJAC Announces New Intern Interior Designer
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 Bailey Gatens has joined the firm as an intern interior designer. In this position, Gatens will coordinate interior design issues within architectural... - April 16, 2008 - BJAC
F E Core Solutions and Extentia Information Technology Join Forces, Creating Extencore Solutions pvt. ttd
Extencore Solutions is a global engineering services company providing CAD, CAE, CFD and other allied engineering solutions. Extencore combines F E Core’s engineering expertise with Extentia’s international presence and IT domain knowledge, targeting manufacturing, automobile and related customer segments. - April 15, 2008 - Extencore Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
Bob Moore Construction Completes First Garland Business Center Warehouse Phase II
Bob Moore Construction was the design / build contractor for the First Garland Business Center Warehouse Phase II in Garland, Texas. Completed in March 2008, the new building provides 435,180 SF of new speculative warehouse space and brings the total space for this business complex to 944,000 SF. Bob Moore Construction also built the 509,000SF Phase I of the First Garland Business Center in 2001. - April 14, 2008 - Bob Moore Construction
Bob Moore Construction's Dino Sideris Named 2008 Safety Director of the Year
As safety director, Dino Sideris has led his company’s safety program to an impressive record of zero lost time or recordable incidents in more than two and a half years. Under Dino's leadership, in 2007 Bob Moore Construction was accepted as a member of the OSHA Local Partnership program, only the fifth general contractor in north / east Texas to earn this recognition. - April 14, 2008 - Bob Moore Construction
Maxus Powers Pressure Washer Line with New Engines, Pumps
Maxus puts more power into its contractor pressure washer line by adding Honda engines and CAT pumps – all to improve efficiency, longevity and reliability. “We’ve incorporated contractor feedback into our designs and the result is better products,” said Mike Houge, Vice... - April 13, 2008 - MAXUS Tools
Sign Companies Online Releases New Homepage, Members Login Area and an Updated Send Bid Request Feature
SignCompaniesOnLine announced today the release of a revised internet based Sign Company web site for its members and users. The new design allows sign companies to take advantage of the new National Advertising campaigns being launched. Some of the new features include a new product showcase; an... - April 12, 2008 - Sign Companies Online
New Worship Center Dedication Marks Church Expansion
Holy Trinity Lutheran Church and Lutheran Campus Ministry dedicated a new $3 million worship center on Sunday, February 24. David Clinton, Design Principal for MHAworks, a Carolinas-based architecture firm, led the project team in the design of the 12,000-square-foot facility. The Rev. Leonard H. - April 12, 2008 - MHAworks
Carol Belk Building Rededication Highlights ECU’s 101st Birthday Celebration
East Carolina University rededicated the Carol Belk Building on Friday March 28, a day that honored the 101st anniversary of the university’s founding. David Clinton, Design Principal with MHAworks, a Carolinas-based architecture firm, provided design services for the $9 million complete... - April 12, 2008 - MHAworks
Pawfriendly Landscapes of Golden, Colorado, Donates Three Pet Friendly Landscape Designs and One Autograph Book to Much Love Animal Rescue
Pawfriendly Landscapes of Golden, Colorado, donates three pet friendly landscape designs and an autograph copy of their new book, "Pawfriendly Landscapes - How to Share the Turf When Your Backyard Belongs to Barney," to Much Love Animal Rescue's second annual bow wow WOW! Event on July... - April 12, 2008 - Pawfriendly Landscapes, Inc.
Pawfriendly Landscapes Donates $1,500 in Landscape Designs to Autism Speaks
Pawfriendly Landscapes of Golden, Colorado, donates $1,500 in landscape designs and an autographed book to Autism Speaks 5th Annual Golf Tournament in Los Angeles, California. The event will take place on Monday, April 14, 2008. Elizabeth Bublitz, owner and author of "Pawfriendly... - April 12, 2008 - Pawfriendly Landscapes, Inc.
How to Avoid Small Business Financing Malpractice Situations Covered in AEX Commercial Loans Report
AEX Commercial Financing Group has issued a Special Small Business Report addressing several key circumstances which have a high malpractice potential for commercial loans and commercial mortgages. - April 11, 2008 - AEX Commercial Financing Group
JDavis Architects Sponsors Urban Land Institute (ULI) Triangle Program
Jeff Davis, president of JDavis Architects, PLLC, (www.jdavisarchitects.com) a full-service architecture, landscape architecture and interior design firm, has announced that the firm is a sponsor of the Urban Land Institute (ULI) Triangle program “Creating Value through Sustainability: The... - April 11, 2008 - J. Davis Architects, PLLC