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Leading Virtual Assistant Organization Provides New World Solution for Age Old Problem

Announcement of a new internship program designed to provide new virtual assistants with the experience needed to gain clients. - December 15, 2007 - Virtual Assistant Networking Association

Businesses are 'Going' Green with RezHub.com

From small businesses to corporate giants like Wal-Mart and Google, going green has become the norm, the necessary. Recycling bins are springing up, alternative energy is powering buildings, water conservation programs are being put into place; and that's just the tip of the melting iceberg. Green Travel by RezHub.com, is helping businesses to green up their corporate travel as well. - December 15, 2007 - RezHub.com

Lynn Toomey Local Entrepreneur and Founder of Art to Gogh, Wins Grand Prize in Mount Wachusett Community College's (MWCC), Third Annual Business Plan Competition

The competition sponsored by MWCC's Entrepreneurial Resource Center with the support of many business sponsors allows local entrepreneurs or business owners to compete by submitting a business plan that portrays a unique and innovative service or concept. - December 15, 2007 - Ladies Who Launch: Worcester, MetroWest, Central Mass Chapter

"Going Green" with Promotional Products Helps Marketers Focused on CSR

Thanks to effective marketing, “going Green,” or purchasing products that reduce the impact we have on the environment, has been the buzz for the last few years. In much of the business world, it’s become a corporate social responsibility. To assist companies in their focus on... - December 15, 2007 - OnsalePromos

Guy Hepner Contemporary to show David LaChapelle and Albert Watson at Photo LA, January 2008

Guy Hepner Contemporary announces its participation in the West Coast's most prolific photography fair, Photo LA 2008. Guy Hepner Contemporary has arranged another all star lineup of the world's biggest names from fashion and editorial photography: David LaChapelle, Albert Watson, David Drebin, Gavin Bond. - December 15, 2007 - Guy Hepner Contemporary

James R. King, Partner, Chair, Health Care Practice's Tax-Exempt Organization & Corp. Governance Team, Jones Day to Speak at KC’s Event on Form 990 Overhaul on 1/23/08

The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that James R. King, Partner, Chair of the Health Care Practice's Tax-Exempt Organization and Corporate Governance Team of Jones Day will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming teleconference entitled: “Form 990 Overhaul.” This 2-hour event is scheduled for January 23, 2008, Wednesday, at 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM EST. - December 15, 2007 - The Knowledge Group

Jeanne M. Schuster, Executive Director, Ernst & Young, LLP to Speak at the Knowledge Congress’ Event on Form 990 Overhaul on January 23, 2008

The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that Jeanne M. Schuster, Executive Director of Ernst & Young, LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming teleconference entitled: “Form 990 Overhaul.” This 2-hour event is scheduled for January 23, 2008, Wednesday, at 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM EST. - December 15, 2007 - The Knowledge Group

Kaye B. Ferriter, Managing Director, Exempt Organizations Tax Services Group, PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP to Speak at KC’s Event on Form 990 Overhaul on 1/23/08

The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that Kaye B. Ferriter, Managing Director, Exempt Organizations Tax Services Group of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming teleconference entitled: “Form 990 Overhaul.” This 2-hour event is scheduled for January 23, 2008, Wednesday, at 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM EST. - December 15, 2007 - The Knowledge Group

Richard A. Speizman, National Partner-in-Charge, Exempt Organizations Tax Practice, KPMG LLP to Speak at the Knowledge Congress' Event on Form 990 Overhaul on 1/23/08

The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that Richard A. Speizman, National Partner-in-Charge, Exempt Organizations Tax Practice of KPMG LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming teleconference entitled: “Form 990 Overhaul.” This 2-hour event is scheduled for January 23, 2008, Wednesday, at 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM EST. - December 15, 2007 - The Knowledge Group

Youth Meets Truth Summer Camp Sets 2008 Schedule; Invites Youth to Attend to Learn Basics of America’s Founding Principles

Youth Meets Truth Summer Camps announces its 2008 schedule and invites parents to send their youths aged 12 to 20 to the week-long camp. - December 15, 2007 - American Opinion Foundation

The Barn Furniture Mart Now Carries Genuine Amish Furniture

The Barn Furniture Mart has now added classic styles constructed by trained Amish craftsmen in the United States. The Amish style is characterized by simplicity with the fine details being in the craftsmanship. The Barn Furniture Mart carries fine Amish styled furniture produced in small family... - December 15, 2007 - Barn Furniture Mart, Inc.

Pre-Game Sports Sponsors "Athletes of the Week" Segment on WATD’s "Sports Exchange"

The recently concluded fall sports season featured a number of star performers at area high schools. - December 15, 2007 - Pre-game Sports

Foundation Provides New Shoes for Needy Children

Barefoot Kids Foundation and Payless ShoeSource Inc. have teamed-up to provide $25. Footwear Shopping Cards for America's Kids in Need. - December 15, 2007 - Barefoot Kids Foundation

Healthy Holidays Made Possible with SuperFood Savings and Giveaway

This month, Amazing Grass is donating a gift worth over $75 for a prize drawing via the informational website www.godairyfree.org. Stocked with their Organic Green SuperFoods (original and chocolate) and Organic Wheat Grass powder, the package will not only add nutrition during the holidays, but also offer a great start to those New Year’s Resolutions. The winner will be selected during the week of December 17th, but anyone can enter for free up until that time. - December 15, 2007 - Go Dairy Free

Youth Essay Contest Celebrates American Liberty

Youth between 12 and 20 invited to answer what they want for Christmas and why - December 15, 2007 - American Opinion Foundation

Jim Burwell’s Petiquette Comes to the Rescue for Families Who Decide to Get Their Kids a Puppy or Dog for Christmas

Jim Burwell’s Petiquette, the premier in-home dog training company, offers guidelines to help your new dog and your kids establish a peaceful, rewarding and enduring relationship. - December 14, 2007 - Jim Burwell's Petiquette In Home Dog Training

Macdaddy's Fishing Lures and Gifts Launches New Web Site and Holiday Specials

MacDaddy’s, the premiere manufacturer of fine fishing lures, flies and gifts for everyone, announced that it has launched its new web site and is offering a wide assortment of Holiday Specials. Many items in their broad product line are designed with precious gemstones like diamonds and sapphires or sparkling Cubic Zirconia. But with prices ranging from $5.95 to $1million, expect the unexpected. - December 14, 2007 - Macdaddy's Fishing Lures

New Motorola RAZR2 V9 Now Available at Mobilebee.com - Leading Online Re-Seller of Mobile Phones, Accessories and GPS

The sleeker, smarter, stronger RAZR2 V9 is an exciting evolution of the RAZR™ brand. - December 14, 2007 - Despercia.com

New Nokia N82 Now Available at Mobilebee.com - Leading Online Re-Seller of Mobile Phones, Accessories and GPS

Nokia unveils the Nokia N82, the latest multimedia computer optimized for photography, navigation and internet connectivity. - December 14, 2007 - Despercia.com

New Nokia N81 and Nokia N81 8Gb Now Available at Mobilebee.com - Leading Online Re-Seller of Mobile Phones, Accessories and GPS

Nokia N81 and Nokia N81 8Gb - new members of the Nokia N-Series are ready to be yours. - December 14, 2007 - Despercia.com

Bathroom Retailer Adds Skype Calling to Their Website

WD Bathrooms have added the facility on their website for customers to use Skype calling to contact them, further reducing costs for the customer and allowing video calling. - December 14, 2007 - WD Bathrooms

Josiah Website Launched to Encourage and Support the Disabled

Meet Josiah, who will enlighten you and teach you about empathy, dignity and the power of a positive attitude. - December 14, 2007 - HisWillBeDone Productions

New for 2008, Dikuza Shoes Debuts the Clear Shoe Box to Showcase Signature Crystal Shoes and Introduces Their Shoe Color Palate

Finding shoes for special occasions has clearly gotten easier with the debut of Dikuza’s new clear shoe box and the convenient shoe color palate. Every pair of Dikuza shoes will come in the new box. “When it comes to dressing for special occasions, customers are color conscience.”... - December 14, 2007 - Dikuza Shoes

Kilpatrick Names Callahan Senior Vice President of Sales

Turf equipment industry veteran Garry Callahan is promoted to Vice President at The Kilpatrick Company. - December 14, 2007 - The Kilpatrick Company

Kilpatrick Names Lonnie Baker as Territory Sales Manager

Lonnie Baker joins the Kilpatrick Company. - December 14, 2007 - The Kilpatrick Company

Help Make a Wish Come True at Water Tower Place

Benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation® while shopping for holiday favorites - December 14, 2007 - Chic Gems, Etc.

Felicite.com Announces Contest for Best Professional Wedding Videos of 2007

Felicite.com Gift Registry Network announces a contest for the best professional wedding videos of 2007. The top 5 wedding videos selected by Felicite will be posted on Felicite.com for 2008. - December 14, 2007 - eWish.com

f8 Photo Studios Shoots WakeMed Foundation's "Society of 1961" Gala Featuring Tom Brokaw

For the second time, f8 Photo Studios in Raleigh served as photographer of record for WakeMed Foundation’s annual “Society of 1961” gala reception and dinner, which was held at North Ridge Country Club in Raleigh. The featured speaker this year was former NBC Nightly News anchor... - December 14, 2007 - f8 Photo Studios

Local Virtual Assistant Receives Entrepreneurial Recognition

Rebecka Melson receives VAccolade Business Entrepreneurial award. - December 14, 2007 - Virtual Business Services

Kre8tiveworkz to be Featured on Top Rated South Florida News Program

Fox affiliate WSVN Channel 7 to air Reality Rhyming® on "Style File" segment. - December 14, 2007 - kre8tiveworkz

PV Scuba Achieves PADI Gold Palm Rating

One of a Kind Services Helps PV Scuba Gain Coveted PADI Gold PalmRating. - December 14, 2007 - PV Scuba

Local Businesswoman Helps Women. Photographer, Susan Roche, Helps 180 Turning Lives Around with Valentine Gift Portraits

Photographer gives portraits in exchange for donation to 180 Turning Life Around's, rape care package. 180 has helped people Life's Miracles photography knows and cares, about so helping them to help others is important. •Every two and a half minutes, somewhere in America, someone is sexually assaulted. •One in six American women are victims of sexual assault, and one in 33 men. - December 14, 2007 - Life's Miracles photography

Houston’s Dog Whisperer, Jim Burwell of Jim Burwell’s Petiquette is Featured in the USA Today’s December 2007 Article on "Out of the Box" Franchising

USA Today interviews Jim Burwell of Jim Burwell’s Petiquette on his “outside the box” franchise of in-home dog training. - December 13, 2007 - Jim Burwell's Petiquette In Home Dog Training

DirectBuy is Looking Good; New Showroom Design is a Success

DirectBuy Franchises across the United States and Canada are looking better than ever after converting to the new showroom design – and Franchisees and employees couldn’t be more excited about showing off their Centers’ makeovers. New showrooms and some existing Centers began... - December 13, 2007 - DirectBuy

Through DirectBuy, Ottawa Couple Builds Three Houses

Ottawa Couple builds three new houses with nearly everything purchased through Direct Buy - December 13, 2007 - DirectBuy

Trendsetting Metropark Stores Feature Hip Aromatherapy Gift Line

Metropark, a trendsetting chain of over 26 stores nationwide, has picked up Aromatherapy Interventions™ soy candles, a hip aromatherapy line targeted to Generation Y. - December 13, 2007 - Aromatherapy Interventions

PhotographyCorner.com Announces Contest Corner Challenge #43: Holiday Alphabetography

Contest Corner Challenge #43: Alphabetography is the Latest Contest Challenge at www.PhotographyCorner.com, which asks photographers to photograph objects that look like letters, and stitch them together to create a “holiday” word. - December 13, 2007 - PhotographyCorner.com

Company Creates a Way to Celebrate That Special Baby Boomer in Your Life This Holiday Season

Baby Boomers enjoy commemorative coins and celebrate their legacy. - December 13, 2007 - BoomBorn

Barc Announces Online Holiday Gift Store; Razor Bump Relief Product for Men with Medium to Dark Skin Tones Now Available

Barc, the leader in the African-American and Hispanic men’s grooming category, today announced the launch of its holiday gift store featuring its Bump Down razor bump relief product. The product retails for $20 and can be purchased directly at www.getbarc.com. Barc will be offering free gift... - December 13, 2007 - Barc

LearnToSail.Net Releases Navigation Aid Course Conversion Calculator

A handy navigation tool that solves tvmdc, corrects magnetic compass error and much more after only a few moments. - December 13, 2007 - LearnToSail.Net

Frank Giardini, Managing Director, Mid-Atlantic Exempt Tax Practice, Wealth & Tax Advisory Services to Speak at Knowledge Congress’ Event on Form 990 Overhaul on 1/23/08

The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that Frank D. Giardini, Managing Director, Mid-Atlantic Exempt Tax Practice of Wealth and Tax Advisory Services, Inc. (WTAS) will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming teleconference entitled: “Form 990 Overhaul.” This 2-hour event is scheduled for January 23, 2008, Wednesday, at 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM EST. - December 13, 2007 - The Knowledge Group

DNA is All the Buzz with Testing Becoming the Norm for Authenticating Exclusive Products – Now Perfume Joins the Ranks

My DNA Fragrance™ introduces First Exclusive and Revolutionary Fragrance Formulation Process using DNA blueprints to create Personalized Perfume. - December 13, 2007 - My DNA Fragrance

Washington, Reagan, and Christmas

Reagan said "The most sublime picture in American History is of George Washington on his knees...". At Valley Forge, on Christmas night in 1777, General George Washington went out alone in the woods to look up to Heaven with Prayer to God to protect, defend and prosper the American Cause. - December 13, 2007 - God and Country Foundation

Emory Students Win Honor Society Scholarship

Five Emory students have received scholarships from The National Society of Collegiate Scholars, an honor society inviting freshmen and sophomores. - December 13, 2007 - The National Society of Collegiate Scholars

Honor Society Students at DePauw Adopt Family

Members of DePauw University’s chapter of The National Society of Collegiate Scholars (NSCS) showed that this truly is the season of giving; they "adopted" a local family in need. The family, which includes a mother and four children, lost its Greencastle home in a fire. The DePauw... - December 13, 2007 - The National Society of Collegiate Scholars

Overstocks Mean Deep Holiday Discounts on Goalrilla Basketball Hoops, Other Brand-Name Basketball Goals

Seasonal shoppers looking to score big points with the family this holiday season can look to basketball goal supplier basketballgoalstore.com for dramatic discounts on overstocked models of Goalrilla basketball hoops and other brand-name basketball hoops. As the nation’s largest single independent dealer of the popular Goalrilla goals, the company’s buying power frequently allows for deep discounts on overstocked or discontinued basketball goal models. - December 13, 2007 - Basketball Goal Store

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