http://www.send2press.com/newswire/ Business, Entertainment and Technology News Fri, 03 Feb 2012 18:42:00 GMT http://neotrope.com 60 en-us 144 31 http://www.send2press.com/newswire/index.shtml http://www.send2press.com/XML/send2press-rss.gif http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2012-02-0203-003.shtml Fri, 03 Feb 2012 18:33:32 GMT Business Medical Houston Texas Send2Press Newswire http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2012-02-0203-003.shtml TeDan Surgical Innovations HOUSTON, Texas, Feb. 3, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- TeDan Surgical Innovations, industry leader in surgical access instrumentation, announces the launch of the Phantom Series MIS Anterior Hip Retractor System. TeDan Surgical's revolutionary hip retractor utilizes a system of adjustable surgical arms with attachable retractors, enabling surgeons to perform the entire procedure without a fracture table or a surgical assistant.

Dr. Lawrence Menendez and Dr. Daniel Allison, Orthopedic Surgeons at the University of Southern California Medical Center, partnered with TeDan Surgical to design and develop this innovative retractor.

Dr. Allison shared their idea with the TSI team. "We wanted to create a system that could place the anterior approach to hip replacement into the hands of any orthopedic surgeon, minimizing trauma to the patient's soft tissues and bone, while taking away the need for any surgical assistants."

The Phantom Series MIS Anterior Hip Retractor System has been used in surgery over twenty times. Evaluations by surgeons have deemed the system a success.

According to Dr. Menendez, initial trials exceeded expectations. "We were nervous before the first surgery that things wouldn't come together or the surgery would become more complicated, but from the first go-round, the surgery was made much easier. Since then we've only been making it better. We set some lofty goals and feel like we've accomplished them. We are very excited to start giving this system to other surgeons and patients."

With the realization that performing hip replacements through the anterior approach may expedite patient recovery time and reduce post-operative discomfort, surgeons, with increasing frequency, are opting to operate using the anterior technique. Previously, this technically demanding approach has only been possible using a Judet style fracture table and two surgical assistants. The Phantom MIS Anterior Hip Retractor System allows surgeons to access the surgical site through the anterior approach on a standard operating table without a fracture table or additional personnel.

About Tedan Surgical Innovations:
Founded in 2006 with the goal to innovate existing retraction techniques, TeDan Surgical has become an industry leader in access instrumentation. TeDan's patented retractors increase visibility for surgeons while decreasing patient wound size and the potential for tissue trauma. Experience the difference. Experience Innovation.

To learn how to maintain operative independence contact:
TeDan Surgical Innovations
+1-713-726-0886
hipretractor@tedansurgical.com.
http://www.tedansurgical.com .

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TAGS: TeDan Surgical Innovations, Devices and Research, Send2Press. ]]> http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2012-02-0203-002.shtml Fri, 03 Feb 2012 15:59:04 GMT Advertising Consulting Boston Massachusetts Send2Press Newswire http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2012-02-0203-002.shtml Localization, LLC BOSTON, Mass., Feb. 3, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Mr. Ray Michaels, founder of Localization, LLC, has recently announced that the sluggish economy has forced companies to look into Canadian, European, Asian and South American markets and while they are working on that French pronunciation, managers now come to Localization, LLC Translation Services for translation and language support.

Some companies are starting to increase their exports, others are making efforts to broaden their client base domestically; in both cases, the companies are targeting non-English speaking customers.

As of late, Ray Michaels, Marketing Director at Localization, LLC Translations Boston points out that there has been an increase in demand for translation of medical equipment manuals, legal contracts and technical and safety data sheets. "There is a great demand right now for American made services and equipment," says Ray. "Canada, our closest neighbor, is the No 1 importer of American goods and services. South American, Asian and European clients are also buying US made product so when you sell to a foreign country, all the supporting documentation has to be in the language of the country the product is going to."

The greatest demand at Localization, LLC Translations Boston are Spanish and French translations. "Which makes sense," says Ray since Spanish is spoken throughout North and South America and French speaking Canada is only 5 hours away.

When asked about all the available automated translation such as Google Translate and Babel Fish, Mr. Michaels also adds that he doesn't feel translators and language professionals should be threatened by technological advances.

"Translation industry has evolved into a very diverse industry with services that may not come to mind right away when thinking of translation," says Ray. "To begin with, the automated translations have a long way to go in terms of accuracy and language grammar. They haven't yet learned how to decline or conjugate so that's why I always advise our clients to use these tools for personal needs such as translate an email or sentence or two. Do not use it if the translated document will be published or seen by others. It's dangerous because you never know what that machine translation can create: it could be offensive and expletive. Companies spend years building their reputation - machine translation can destroy it in seconds. And machine translations would never learn idioms, jokes and the overall spirit of the written text," adds Ray.

"Let's not forget," continues Michaels, "that translation is not the only service that goes into a project: most of our translation projects require formatting, desktop publishing or localization. In addition, some of the clients look to take their message beyond the written word; that's why Localization, LLC Translations Boston offers such services as transcription of foreign languages, voice over and dubbing."

About Localization, LLC Translations Boston:
Localization, LLC Translations Boston is a full service translation company providing comprehensive translation, localization and multimedia services in over 50 languages.

With offices in Boston, Massachusetts, Localization, LLC Translations Boston are much honored to provide language services to our clients in Boston, Chicago, Washington D.C., San-Francisco, London, Mexico City and Paris to name a few. More information: http://www.localizationllc.com .

Localization LLC Translations, Boston
25 New Chardon St., No 8084, Boston, MA 02114
617-671-0523; info@localizationllc.com.

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TAGS: Localization, LLC, International Business, Send2Press. ]]> http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2012-02-0203-001.shtml Fri, 03 Feb 2012 07:58:02 GMT Computing Finance Carson California Send2Press Newswire http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2012-02-0203-001.shtml DocMagic, Inc. CARSON, Calif., Feb. 3, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- DocMagic, Inc., the mortgage industry's leading provider of automated loan document production and compliance solutions, announced that it has teamed with the 315th U.S. Army Tactical Company to distribute this year's new DocMagic Bunny "Sergeant Doc" to local children and their families. The bunny is dressed in regulation military clothing as a tribute to the men and women who serve this country and the families that eagerly wait for their return.

Each year DocMagic delivers thousands of bunnies to its customers. The DocMagic Bunny is a staple of the company's brand and every year the employees at DocMagic participate in a contest to pick the theme. For 2012, the employees overwhelmingly chose to show support for our country's troops by outfitting Doc in regulation military fatigues proudly displaying the American flag and equipping him with a GPS device.

"Sergeant Doc was specifically created to honor the men and women who serve in the armed forces," said Dominic Iannitti. "They and their families make enormous sacrifices and we wanted to show our appreciation. We are pleased that the 315th U.S. Army Tactical Company was able to help connect us with the families of those who serve. We are additionally gratified by the enthusiastic response from our customers, who have phoned and written to thank us for honoring our nation's true heroes."

With the help of the 315th, Sergeant Doc is being distributed to schools, youth organizations, churches and parks as well as the children and families of those deployed. These contributions are in keeping with the finest military traditions of the United States Army, which greatly appreciates the support of companies like DocMagic. The campaign began during the holiday season and is now continuing into the New Year.

About DocMagic:
Founded in 1988 and headquartered in Carson, Calif., DocMagic, Inc., is a mortgage technology company that develops software, processes and web-based systems for the production and delivery of compliant loan document packages. DocMagic provides compliance expertise regarding the completion of all applicable forms and both guarantees and warrants that all agency forms are up-to-date and in compliance with GSE requirements. DocMagic's compliance experts and in-house legal staff constantly monitor legal and regulatory changes at both the federal and state levels to insure accuracy.

For more information on DocMagic, visit our website at http://www.docmagic.com .

CONTACT:
Joe Bowerbank
Profundity Communications, Inc.
949.378.9685
jbowerbank@profunditymarketing.com.

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TAGS: DocMagic, Inc., Corporate Social Responsibility - CSR, Send2Press. ]]> http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2012-02-0202-004.shtml Thu, 02 Feb 2012 15:19:36 GMT Fashion Internet Houston Texas Send2Press Newswire http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2012-02-0202-004.shtml Whiteflash Inc. HOUSTON, Texas, Feb. 2, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Whiteflash Inc., international retailer of ideal diamonds and fine bridal jewelry, announced today the addition of two perfectly matched, perfect color and clarity (D IF) one carat diamonds to their already impressive inventory of ideal and super ideal diamonds.

D IF diamonds (perfect color and internally flawless) are exceedingly scarce. Perfectly matched one carat certified AGS ideal diamonds are phenomenally rare. The fact that they are A CUT ABOVE® Super Ideal Diamonds makes them virtually irreplaceable.

Whiteflash has posted an article to their website called The "Perfect" Perfect Pair of Gem Diamonds profiling the pair and providing links to a comprehensive analysis of these world class gem diamonds including AGS Laboratory reports, light performance imagery and pricing.

Debi Wexler, Whiteflash CEO, had this to say about the gems: "By making diamonds of this stature available to a worldwide audience, we underscore the Whiteflash commitment to top quality diamonds and jewelry. This pair of diamonds is among the most perfect ever crafted by man."

Whiteflash A CUT ABOVE® diamonds are well known to diamond connoisseurs across the globe. Exhaustively tested and evaluated, only diamonds with the finest light performance can carry the A CUT ABOVE® brand. A comprehensive collection of reports and light performance images are available on all in-house diamonds on the Whiteflash.com website, along with secure encrypted shopping and easy access to their staff of GIA trained diamond consultants and graduate gemologists.

Whiteflash is currently able to ship to seventy two countries worldwide, and glowing testimonials stream in from delighted customers in the US and abroad attesting to their top flight customer service as well as their impeccable products. Diamonds such as these are especially appreciated by Whiteflash customers in Singapore, Hong Kong and China.

For more information about these or other diamonds from their extensive inventories please call toll free 877-612-6770 to speak to a friendly GIA Accredited Jewelry Professional.

About Whiteflash:
Whiteflash is a full scale manufacturing jeweler specializing in Ideal diamond and Fine Bridal Jewelry and stocks the biggest inventory of AGS Certified Ideal Cut Diamond in the world.

The award winning Whiteflash.com website, described by Kiplinger's Magazine as the 'Lord of the Online Rings" enables shoppers the world over to view, compare and purchase top quality diamonds, engagement rings and fine jewelry in a convenient and secure environment.

Whiteflash is the first jewelry retailer in the world to attain ISO 9001 certification for total quality management.

For more information, log onto www.whiteflash.com or call toll free 877-612-6770.

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TAGS: Whiteflash Inc., Jewelry and Diamond, Send2Press. ]]> http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2012-02-0202-003.shtml Thu, 02 Feb 2012 13:59:16 GMT Business Technology Mountain Lakes New Jersey Send2Press Newswire http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2012-02-0202-003.shtml Insight Research Corporation MOUNTAIN LAKES, N.J., Feb. 2, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The $39 billion US private line services market is expected to show modest 2.3 percent annual growth over the next five years, as demand for higher bandwidth private lines offsets the shift of lower bandwidth private lines to packet-based services, says a market analysis study from Insight Research.

Private lines are leased point-to-point circuits, which are used for a variety of applications including connecting enterprise locations and backhauling cell towers to mobile switching centers. The new study, "Private Line and Wavelength Services, 2011-2016," provides an in-depth analysis of the US market, including a study of the transition from frame relay/ATM networking to IP networks and the uplift driven by new video and data applications. Private line revenues will increasingly be driven by data-based cloud computing and the demand for apps.

"The insatiable demand for data has kept the private line market relatively steady over the past five years and we expect this trend to continue," says Insight Research Director Fran Caulfield. "The need to backhaul data-intensive 4G wireless services and increased local bandwidth for wireline data and video services will sustain the private line segment for the foreseeable future," Caulfield concluded.

"Private Line and Wavelength Services, 2011-2016" evaluates the total private line market and segments it by local and long distance private line service revenue, wholesale and retail private line revenue, revenue by type of carrier, revenue by T1, T3 or OC-n circuit class, as well as the number of T1, T3, and OC-n private lines sold. Estimates of wavelength revenues are also provided.

A free report excerpt, table of contents, and ordering information is available online at http://www.insight-corp.com/reports/pl11.asp . The full, 186-page report is available immediately for $4,695 (hard copy). Adobe Acrobat (PDF) report licenses are also offered. Visit our website or call (973) 541-9600 for details.

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TAGS: Insight Research Corporation, Telecommunications and VoIP, Send2Press. ]]> http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2012-02-0202-002.shtml Thu, 02 Feb 2012 13:08:40 GMT Government General Editorial Washington District of Columbia Send2Press Newswire http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2012-02-0202-002.shtml Gingrich Foundation WASHINGTON, D.C., Feb. 2, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Gingrich Foundation has recognized the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association as its February Charity of the Month. The Mount Vernon Ladies' Association cares for one of our country's most important historic sites - the home and estate of our first president, George Washington.

Founded in 1853 by Ann Pamela Cunningham, the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association is the oldest national historic preservation organization in the United States. Under Ms. Cunningham's leadership, the Association sought to raise $200,000 in a national appeal to save Washington's home. Five years later, the Association purchased Mount Vernon from Washington's great-grandnephew and began to restore it. In 1860, the Association finally opened the estate to the public, and it has remained open as a monument to President Washington ever since.

Today, approximately one million people visit Mount Vernon each year. The mansion, now restored with many of its original furnishings, is open for tours. Guests are free to roam the gardens and grounds, where a variety of original buildings still stand. At the pioneer farm site, as well as at the working blacksmith shop, distillery, and gristmill, visitors to Mount Vernon can get a better sense of Washington's life as a farmer by seeing important components of his estate operating much as they were when Washington died in 1799. On a hillside overlooking the Potomac, President Washington is buried with his wife Martha and several other family members.

"We appreciate very much that the Gingrich Foundation has set an example for others to follow," said James C. Rees, president of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association. "Because we don't receive any government support, we depend upon the generosity of a wide range of patriotic Americans."

"The Mount Vernon Ladies' Association has preserved one of America's historical treasures for more than 150 years," said Callista Gingrich, president of the Gingrich Foundation. "The Association's work has helped generations of Americans better understand the Father of Our Country."

The Mount Vernon Ladies Association cares for President Washington's home and estate without the use of public funds.

The Gingrich Foundation is a domestic non-profit corporation founded by Callista and Newt Gingrich to support charitable purposes.

Support the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association today: http://www.mountvernon.org/shop/donation-mount-vernon .

Media Contact:
Ross Worthington
Gingrich Productions
202-375-2034
rworthington@gingrichproductions.com.

NEWS SOURCE: Gingrich Foundation
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TAGS: Gingrich Foundation, NonProfit and Charities, Send2Press. ]]> http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2012-02-0202-001.shtml Thu, 02 Feb 2012 07:58:15 GMT NonProfit Advertising Los Angeles California Send2Press Newswire http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2012-02-0202-001.shtml Eswan Flores LOS ANGELES, Calif., Feb. 2, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Eswan Flores wanted to give back to the non-profit organization, FixNation, that worked to control the cat population at the Los Alamitos Race Course where he began his horse-racing career so he decided to sponsor them.

FixNation is a non-profit organization that offers free spaying and neutering of stray and feral cats in the greater Los Angeles area.

"They've been very helpful in controlling the cat population at the Los Alamitos Race Course and people will soon see their logo on my pants," says Flores. "What a great way to combine my compassion for cats and horse racing."

It was reported that several hundred homeless cats and kittens were living at the racetrack. To date, approximately 100 have been spayed and neutered.

Training was provided to teach Flores and his manager how to humanely and safely trap the cats. Their compassion was clearly embraced by other racetrack employees who also care for the cats.

"FixNation has made horse racing history while bringing smiles to our faces, specifically by having our logo worn by jockey Flores," says Karn Myers, clinic director/founder/COO of FixNation, Inc. "I simply cannot thank Flores enough for being so supportive of our organization and raising public awareness."

Elizabeth Cava, a trapping trainer at FixNation, adds that, "It was so reassuring to see that they sought out a humane solution - a life-based solution - rather than the only other alternative - trap and kill."

About Eswan Flores:
Flores is an 18-year old high school senior and a native of Mexico. He started going to the track in Santa Anita when he was eight while his father worked as a groom. At 10, he would ride his bike to the Arcadia track, studying horses. Friends and family took him to ride at ranches. He is quickly making a name for himself in thoroughbred horse racing at one of the most premier tracks in the country. He has been interviewed by multiple entities including: the Los Angeles Times; PBS and Fox News.

For more information, visit: www.eswanflores.com .

About FixNation:
FixNation, Inc., a non-profit corporation, has a mission to reduce the population of homeless cats by sterilizing as many as possible. In addition, by consistently demonstrating the effectiveness of Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR), it seeks to bring about changes in public policy so that TNR becomes the officially sanctioned and government-funded approach to homeless cat management. It supports and promotes all humane initiatives and education to bring about the day of "No More Homeless Cats in L.A."

For more information, visit: www.FixNation.com .

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TAGS: Eswan Flores, Veterinary, Animals, Pets and Zoos, Send2Press. ]]> http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2012-02-0201-004.shtml Wed, 01 Feb 2012 16:26:57 GMT Business Employment Chicago Illinois Send2Press Newswire http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2012-02-0201-004.shtml KnowledgeAdvisors CHICAGO, Ill., Feb. 1, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- KnowledgeAdvisors today announced that Bersin & Associates, the leading research and advisory services firm, released a brand new research bulletin that reviews KnowledgeAdvisors world-class integrated learning measurement solution, Metrics that Matter®.

"Our research shows that midsize and large organizations want to better understand, manage, improve and benchmark their training investments," stated Josh Bersin, Chief Executive Officer and President, Bersin & Associates.

"To help them achieve this, we created the Impact Measurement Framework, which offers a roadmap and set of methodologies for implementing a practical, business-based measurement program for corporate learning. Metrics that Matter® offers organizations technology support for implementing this framework, and for ongoing measurement and analysis."

The Bersin & Associates research bulletin highlights KnowledgeAdvisors' vital role in the measurement of training and talent development programs by:
* Summarizing critical factors of Metrics that Matter® such as standardized smart sheets, benchmarking, and integrations with learning management systems.
* Providing commentary on KnowledgeAdvisors innovative performance solutions which provide high value, low burden measurement programs for leadership development, sales effectiveness, on boarding and other strategic, visible and costly programs.
* Prescribing the use of Metrics that Matter® as a single measurement platform for talent development and as a powerful compliment to a learning management system for evaluation.
* Emphasizing KnowledgeAdvisors thought leadership in the newly formed Talent Development Reporting Principles (TDRP), a reporting standard for learning and talent development. TDRP emphasizes efficiency, effectiveness and outcome measures which through Metrics that Matter® produce automated statements and reports.

Organizations interested in further details about this research can access the complimentary research bulletin found at: http://www.knowledgeadvisors.com/media-research/white-papers/bersin-associates-research-bulletin-knowledgeadvisors-and-metrics-that-matter-a-leading-platform-for-learning-and-talent-measurement/ .

To further supplement this research bulletin, a joint Bersin & Associates and KnowledgeAdvisors webinar is being hosted on February 8th, 12 p.m.-1 p.m. EST. Josh Bersin, CEO of Bersin & Associates, and Kent Barnett, CEO of KnowledgeAdvisors will discuss new and game-changing trends for 2012 in the area of learning measurement.

If you want to know where to focus your investments and energies in the coming year, register today at http://marketing.bersin.com/02_08_12_Webinar.html .

"It's time to elevate our need for measurement, its current challenges and our integrated solution for learning measurement and talent management, Metrics that Matter® to a whole new level! We are grateful to have the leading research and advisory services firm's support in our messaging and driving initiatives," said Kent Barnett, Chief Executive Officer, KnowledgeAdvisors.

About KnowledgeAdvisors:
For organizations that utilize learning and development to drive business outcomes, KnowledgeAdvisors offers learning measurement software that improves the effectiveness and business impact of learning. Unlike the standard reporting and dashboard features included in most learning and talent management software, we combine data from multiple enterprise systems with information collected through evaluations and assessments to paint a complete picture of learning and business performance. KnowledgeAdvisors can even benchmark your learning programs against other organizations. For more about KnowledgeAdvisors, visit: www.knowledgeadvisors.com .

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TAGS: KnowledgeAdvisors, Reports and Studies, Send2Press. ]]> http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2012-02-0201-003.shtml Wed, 01 Feb 2012 14:11:53 GMT Safety and Security Solutions Technology Fairmont West Virginia Send2Press Newswire http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2012-02-0201-003.shtml Backbone Security FAIRMONT, W.Va., Feb. 1, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Backbone Security is pleased to announce the release of the latest version of their Steganography Application Fingerprint Database (SAFDB) which now contains 1,025 steganography applications.

Developed in Backbone's Steganography Analysis and Research Center (SARC), SAFDB is the world's largest commercially available hash set exclusive to digital steganography applications.

The database is widely used by U.S. and international government and law enforcement agencies, the intelligence community, and private sector digital forensic examiners and network security professionals to detect digital steganography applications on seized digital media and within inbound and outbound network traffic streams.

Discovery of a steganography application during a digital forensics examination is a strong indication the application has been, or will be, used to conceal evidence of criminal activity. Detecting a steganography application in the inbound network traffic stream is a strong indication an insider will use the application to steal sensitive information.

SAFDB is an integral part of the Steganography Analyzer Artifact Scanner (StegAlyzerAS), a digital forensics application, and the Steganography Analyzer Real-Time Scanner (StegAlyzerRTS), a network security appliance that detects the presence or use of steganography in the inbound and outbound network traffic stream in real-time.

Existing customers may download an updated version of StegAlyzerAS and StegAlyzerRTS that contains SAFDB v3.12 by logging into their account on the SARC Customer Portal at http://www.sarc-wv.com/customer_portal/ .

For additional information about Backbone's steganalysis tools, please visit the SARC web site or send email to sarc@backbonesecurity.com.

About the SARC:
The SARC was established to create and maintain a national repository of digital steganography applications, fingerprints, and signatures that can be used during forensic examination of seized digital storage media or when monitoring network traffic for malicious insider behavior. The Steganography Application Fingerprint Database (SAFDB) is the world's largest database exclusive to digital steganography applications. More information: www.sarc-wv.com .

About Backbone Security:
In addition to being the leading provider of digital steganalysis tools, Backbone is a Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI-DSS) Approved Scanning Vendor (ASV) that conducts automated PCI-DSS compliance assessments with their industry leading One-Stop PCI Scan service. Backbone also provides real-time intrusion monitoring, vulnerability assessment, penetration testing, and business continuity and disaster recovery planning services. More information: www.backbonesecurity.com .

Contact: Jim Wingate, Director, SARC and Vice President, Backbone Security
Voice: (304) 366-9161 or (877) 560-SARC, Fax: (304) 366-9163, or E-Mail: jwingate@backbonesecurity.com.

Backbone Security, 42 Mountain Park Drive, Fairmont, WV 26554.

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TAGS: Backbone Security, Networks and Encryption, Send2Press. ]]> http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2012-02-0201-002.shtml Wed, 01 Feb 2012 07:58:02 GMT Internet Telecom San Jose California Send2Press Newswire http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2012-02-0201-002.shtml Group 1 Internet Access Management SAN JOSE, Calif., Feb. 1, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Group1 (www.Group1iam.com) today launched its new online SoS "Stay or Switch" service, designed to help the growing number of Internet filtering customers unhappy with their current product's performance, support or price.

Group1 is a specialized independent reseller with 14 years experience in the Internet content filtering industry segment. A rapidly growing number of companies have reported to Group1 that they are no longer happy with their existing Internet filtering technology.

The complaints that Group1 fields with increasing frequency are primarily related to:
- Slower Network Performance
- Internet Access Latency
- Reduced Effective Bandwidth
- Continually Rising Renewal Costs
- Declining Quality of Technical Support
- Hardware Failures
- Security Breaches
- Easy Filter Avoidance
- Software Bugs
- Reporting Logjams
- Increasing User Complaints.

Group1 is in a unique position to help - and has done so by launching a simple, free service to (a) help Internet filtering customers easily validate their concerns and (b) quickly identify their alternatives.

Group1's free, no-obligation SoS "Stay or Switch" service is available online, starting today at: http://www.Group1iam.com/SoS.htm .

Group1 expects Internet filtering customers to use this new service for one of three reasons:
1. They are experiencing what they believe are product-related problems, and need to validate this by discussing their concerns with an independent source, and by comparing their experience to the experiences of other similar sites.
2. They fully know that they are dissatisfied with their current product, and want to evaluate the best alternatives efficiently, without wasting valuable time on dead-end alternatives.
3. They are approaching their renewal anniversary deadline, and realize it is smart to at least evaluate the current market, before recommitting to their existing product.

About Group1:
Group 1 Internet Access Management (Group1iam) is an operating division of Group1Internet Corporation. Group1iam specializes in Internet access management products for businesses, educational institutions, government agencies and individuals. As an independent reseller, Group1 is free to recommend the best, most cost-effective product to meet your specific needs. No one product is the best solution for every situation. That's why Group1 carries all of the major Internet content filtering product lines, including: Barracuda Web Filter, Blue Coat WebFilter, Cisco IronPort, ContentProtect Professional, Cymphonix Net Composer, EdgeWave iPrism, M86 Secure Web Gateway, McAfee Web Gateway, Symantec Web Gateway, Websense Web Security and others.

Established in 1997, the company serves clients throughout the United States and Canada. Group1 professionals will be happy to discuss your specific network environment and filtering needs, and then recommend the type of product optimal for your situation. Please feel free to give Group1 a call at (800) 738-3570 or for more information, please visit www.Group1iam.com .

Group1Internet, Group1iam, and associated logos, products, programs and services referenced herein are trademarks of Group1Internet, and may be registered in certain jurisdictions. All other product names, company names, marks, logos, and symbols may be the trademarks of their respective owners.

NEWS SOURCE: Group 1 Internet Access Management
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TAGS: Group 1 Internet Access Management, Networks and Encryption, Send2Press. ]]> http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2012-02-0201-001.shtml Wed, 01 Feb 2012 06:57:11 GMT Business Science Highland Park New Jersey Send2Press Newswire http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2012-02-0201-001.shtml Belvidere Pharmacy HIGHLAND PARK, N.J., Feb. 1, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- 2012 marks an important milestone for Belvidere Pharmacy. It opened new doors in its new hometown of Highland Park. When owner and President Shara Rudner, R.Ph. took the reins of the business in 1996, it was a typical retail pharmacy stocked with everything from school to surgical supplies. But from the beginning, Belvidere's staff handled requests for compounded, or custom-made, medications from veterinarians, physicians and specialists.

Word quickly spread about the pharmacy's service and expertise. In 1998, the decision was made to drop the retail side and focus exclusively on compounding.

Compounding is the answer to health issues for countless patients: some patients may be allergic to ingredients found in mass-produced medications, some need to take more obscure drugs that are no longer manufactured, or may require a specific dose that isn't commercially available. Others have difficulty with swallowing pills and would welcome a topical or liquid form of their medications. Compounding can meet all of these individual needs, and more.

Rudner always had great hopes for her business. But even she may not have foreseen how Belvidere would blossom over the next decade and a half. The name Belvidere has become synonymous with quality, and its reputation has grown beyond the physicians and patients it served at the outset. As a result, the organization has been commissioned by several pharmaceutical companies for clinical trials.

In 2007, Belvidere became the first PCAB accredited compounding pharmacy in New Jersey; earning it a place of honor on the national compounding stage. It was awarded reaccreditation in 2010.

The pharmacy's new, ultramodern space will bring a host of conveniences and a serious "cool" factor to its clientele of patients, physicians and veterinarians. It's considerably larger, with a spacious and comfortable waiting area; has a street-level entrance; and is easily accessible from major roads and several area hospitals. The pharmacy's new design is contemporary, inviting, and "green," featuring a seamless, metallic copper epoxy floor, solar panels, paper-free faxes and more.

The most important upgrades are those behind the scenes.

"We've always prided ourselves on being on the cutting edge," said Rudner, "We offer nothing less to our clientele. But this move presented a unique opportunity: To create a facility that significantly exceeds national standards. And we are thrilled to have achieved that." The Highland Park facility now offers multiple ISO class 7 compounding rooms; new clean rooms; and equipment designed to prepare sterile preparations. It's all brand new, and eclipses most of Belvidere's competitors.

"With our new facility, we're able to accommodate individual customized medications, as well as any scale clinical study," said Rudner. "Our innovative facility goes hand-in-hand with our extensive policies and procedures."

According to Rudner, the demand for individualized medications is rapidly on the rise for patients of every species. In addition to formulating medications for people, Belvidere also specializes in compounding veterinary prescriptions. The pharmacy serves practitioners and patients from a wide geographic area and the full spectrum of specialties. Belvidere accepts most insurance plans in order to meet the growing needs of its customers.

With its new facility, a new chapter begins for this important player in a growing sector of modern healthcare.

"We're very excited to call Highland Park home for Belvidere Pharmacy. It's a vibrant community," said Rudner. "We look forward to thriving here for years to come."

For more information, visit www.BelviderePharmacy.com or www.facebook.com/BelviderePharmacy .

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TAGS: Belvidere Pharmacy, Drugs and Pharmaceuticals, Send2Press. ]]> http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2012-01-0131-005.shtml Tue, 31 Jan 2012 19:07:21 GMT Insurance Taxes and Accounting Fort Collins Colorado Send2Press Newswire http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2012-01-0131-005.shtml Financial Foundation Group FORT COLLINS, Colo., Jan. 31, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- 2012 has started off on the correct foot for the Loveland Branch of Financial Foundation Group, also known as FFG. The company spends the typical work week helping people review their retirement accounts, college savings, investment safety, and life insurance needs. This past week the staff not only focused on the usual, but also spread its wings into the community once again for another volunteer project.

The Financial Foundation Group's Loveland staff met up at the Larimer Humane Society in jeans, paint shirts, and sneakers to spruce up what the Humane Society affectionately calls the MYM room or the Meet Your Match room. This is where animals are taken to spend some time with prospective owners to see if they are a good match for each other.

The Larimer Humane Society was founded in 1969 and is an independent, non-profit organization. Because it is Northern Colorado's only open-door animal care facility, it provides shelter and medical treatment to almost 12,000 lost, injured, ill, abused, abandoned, and orphaned wild and domestic animals on a yearly basis.

Because of their quality adoptions and lost and found services, the Larimer Humane Society places more than 3,500 companion animals into new homes per year and reconnects just over 2,100 stray animals with their thankful owners.

"I am reminded at every volunteer project just how much heart and passion each of our staff members have when it comes to just simply helping out. They spent time mopping up dust and dirt, painting, organizing, and pretty much whatever was needed...just to help," says Aryn Goldman, Partner and Executive Director at FFG.

The Financial Foundation Group's mission is to become a nationwide leader in the financial services industry one town at a time. They have experienced a phenomenal growth rate over the past few years and plan to continue the trend. The knowledgeable staff at FFG has access to a wide array of investment products and can provide assistance with providing life insurance choices and wealth building strategies to suit each individual client's needs.

Currently, the Loveland office is offering employment opportunities to motivated individuals looking to advance rapidly through their management trainee program to help further expand the company.

The company's web site - www.FinancialFoundationGroup.com - has current market information and summaries for clients to review.

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TAGS: Financial Foundation Group, Banking and Finance, Send2Press. ]]> http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2012-01-0131-004.shtml Tue, 31 Jan 2012 18:14:49 GMT Government Legal and Law Manorville New York Send2Press Newswire http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2012-01-0131-004.shtml James Greco
In early 2011, a Workers Compensation Judge found Officer James Greco innocent of the erroneous charges by Nassau County that he was defrauding the Workers Compensation system. Subsequently, his termination as a Senior Corrections Officer in the Nassau County Sheriff's Department was overturned by an arbitrator. It was concluded that Officer Greco be awarded a three-quarters disability retirement from the New York State retirement system, in addition to retroactive back pay.

HISTORY:

Officer Greco had suffered a career-ending injury due to an assault in 2007 by an inmate. Initially the Sheriff's Department's own doctor deemed him injured and placed him on light duty status. Unfaltering, the Sheriff's Department returned Greco to full duty post anyway, entirely aware that his performance would be less than capable. If Officer Greco had accepted this subjective and irrational decision, his safety and the safety of his fellow officers would be at risk.

After Greco refused to recognize the Department's ploy to place him at a full duty post, he was suspended twice: once for a week; then again for two weeks; and was then ultimately terminated. After termination, Greco struggled to keep his house, where he lives with his wife and two young daughters. Pursuant to an arbitrator's ruling, it was legally documented that the Sheriff's Department did not adhere to its own policies and procedures, and that Greco was indeed, wrongfully terminated. Officer Greco should have been reinstated at his original title, but the Sheriff's Department refused to do so, violating the arbitrator's ruling that was two years in the making. Throughout this time, the Nassau County Sheriff's Department recklessly squandered thousands of tax payer's dollars for needless legal fees.

Greco himself, spent tens of thousands of dollars on legal fees for almost four years, while attempting to prove his innocence. The family also faced losing their home several times however, at no time did Officer Greco accept any disbursement or settlement through the Worker's Compensation Fund, other than for medical treatment. A neurologist's diagnosis of Officer Greco's injuries concluded that if another assault on him took place, the consequences could leave him a paraplegic.

While on active duty at the Nassau County Correctional Facility, Officer Greco became a staunch safety advocate for his fellow corrections officers and inmates alike. After discovering a proliferating and hazardous mold infestation in the correction facility, he promptly reported it to the Department. When no admission or action was taken by the Department, he reported it to OSHA. Following OSHA's investigation and confirmation of the massive mold infestation, the Nassau County Sheriff's Department began to retaliate against Greco by way of discrimination and consistent persecution.

According to the Sheriff Officers Association Union Acting President, Brian Sullivan, this is not the only case where a corrections officer has been terminated and unjustifiably denied retirement status. According to Sullivan, other officers had also been advised by Union officials that nothing could be done about the Department's prejudicial practices, which are common daily occurrences at the facility, and commented that the Sheriff's Department "does what it wants."

A female corrections officer at the same location was injured on the job in 2001. She was subsequently fired in 2004, but was legally awarded three-quarters retirement pay by New York State. To this day, she is still battling the "system" trying to receive her retirement status from the department. Brian Sullivan went on to say that Nassau County's legal counsel for the Nassau County Correctional Center, Elizabeth Loconsolo, stated to him that "a retired Sheriff's identification card is a badge of honor and that Officer Greco is not worthy of it." Current Sheriff Sposato also commented to Sullivan that, "if Greco wants an I.D, tell him to come back to work."

Officer Greco is adamant about not surrendering to defeat by an institution that governs itself and does not adhere to New York State legal decrees. He is determined to set a precedent, whatever it takes, so that future officers will not have to succumb to this unacceptable, bullying treatment.

Given the financial gaffe that Nassau County is presently in, does the Sheriff's Department have carte blanche to frivolously spend tax payer's money for attorney and court fees simply to feed their ego when losing a legal judgment? It is obvious that we have a corrupt and anarchistic regime operating clandestinely behind the walls of this correctional facility. Officer Greco is now returning to the front line yet one more time, to rightfully attain his retirement status.

Media coverage regarding the questionable behavior within the Nassau County Sheriff's Department has been an ongoing endeavor by The New York Times and Newsday; however, it has been an effort in futility.

More information: Rachele 516.524.4833.

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TAGS: James Greco, Police, Fire and Rescue, Send2Press. ]]> http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2012-01-0131-003.shtml Tue, 31 Jan 2012 16:35:59 GMT Advertising Internet New York New York Send2Press Newswire http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2012-01-0131-003.shtml Masterseek Corporation NEW YORK, N.Y., Jan. 31, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- As part of Masterseek's ongoing effort to increase the size of their database while improving functionality they have recently created and patented a unique search technology for their website (US Patent application 61592495). The new plug-in is expected to debut before the end of February, 2012.

Masterseek is the world's largest B2B search engine, with over 100 million businesses in its database. The site offers users the ability to do a focused search for businesses in their area and abroad without the "clutter" associated with consumer-based search engines like Google. It also provides businesses opportunity to increase web presence with a searchable profile easily found online by their potential clients or potential business partners.

The search browser plug-in performs searches based on geo-location and allows direct search functions through three popular browsers. Upon entering a keyword into the internet browser application the search process is initiated. The server receives the request and searches Masterseek's database for only relevant businesses given the criteria specified, returning the geo-specific results. Creators of the plug-in claim this search technology is more comprehensive, including businesses which other searches may discount while ensuring a higher level of relevance, eliminating those businesses more accurately which do not fit the proper criteria of the search.

"The technology is a step above pretty much any search engine's ability to properly sort results we've ran across, and we are always researching what other search engines are doing right and what they are doing wrong," said Rasmus Refer, CEO of Masterseek.com. "This is going to make searching for the right business on the user side a whole lot easier and much more accurate. Imagine if you are a business on one of the other popular search engines; how many business partners or potential clients are missing your site just because the search function is not as accurate as ours?"

Refer adds: "That we are continuing to make these kinds of drastic improvements to Masterseek.com, even though we are already the top B2B search engine, really shows our commitment to users and to the businesses that make a profile within our database. I hope we will continue to see more success because of innovations like this-and I hope the businesses that join our database become more successful as well."

About Masterseek Corporation:
Masterseek is a B2B search engine and the largest business database in the world, with over 101 million businesses listed from all around the world. Businesses can create a profile on Masterseek.com free of charge and have full control over their business page. The web address is www.masterseek.com .

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TAGS: Masterseek Corporation, Patent and Trademark, Send2Press. ]]> http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2012-01-0131-002.shtml Tue, 31 Jan 2012 13:59:43 GMT Employment Internet Cleveland Ohio Send2Press Newswire http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2012-01-0131-002.shtml Ohio Restaurant Recruiters CLEVELAND, Ohio, Jan. 31, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Ohio Restaurant Recruiters, a restaurant manager recruiting firm in Ohio and Pennsylvania, is pleased to announce that it recently signed Hallrich Incorporated as a new client.

Hallrich is responsible for bringing one of Ohio's first Pizza Hut franchises to the area. What started out as one location in Youngstown, Ohio now boasts 82 Pizza Hut and Wing Streets locations in 19 Ohio counties.

It also recently won the coveted 2011 People Excellence Award from parent company, Pizza Hut, Incorporated.

"We are excited to work with an organization that has contributed to strengthening Ohio's economy through more than 1,800 jobs in a variety of service and management positions," says Russell Don, owner of Ohio Restaurant Recruiters."

Hallrich has a serious focus on training and believes in investing in its employees.

"After meeting with Sam Kibler, Vice President of Human Resources for Hallrich, and a few members of his team, I came away feeling confident that this was a company where people would not only be happy to work, but could feel proud to work as well."

And in a day and age where many companies are downsizing, it's refreshing to see a company that continues to grow and invest in staff.

"We are celebrating a great year with an All-Management 'Victory' Breakfast and continue to expand, remodel and put money back into our locations," says Kibler. "We, too, are looking forward to working with Ohio Restaurant Recruiters on our restaurant manager recruitment needs."

About Ohio Restaurant Recruiters:
Ohio Restaurant Recruiters is the brainchild of 30-year veteran restaurateur, Russell Don. He and his team have spent more than two years developing this concept.

Today, Don is a Certified Personnel Consultant and a Certified Temporary Staffing Specialist. These certifications are recognized as the staffing industry's highest standard; they also ensure that all federal, state and local laws as well the National Association of Personnel Services (NAPS) standards of ethical practices are adhered to and that Ohio Restaurant Recruiters maintains its industry credibility at all times. Additionally, it's mandatory for staff to participate in continuing education.

Ohio Restaurant Recruiters is a member of the National Association of Personnel Specialists. It also has numerous other partnerships and affiliations including the Ohio and Pennsylvania Restaurant Associations.

For more information, visit: www.OhioRestaurantRecruiters.com .

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TAGS: Ohio Restaurant Recruiters, Restaurant, Hotel and Hospitality, Send2Press. ]]> http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2012-01-0131-001.shtml Tue, 31 Jan 2012 07:58:29 GMT Events Computing Boston Massachusetts Send2Press Newswire http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2012-01-0131-001.shtml Treadstone 71 BOSTON, Mass., Jan. 31, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Treadstone 71 announced today that Jeff Bardin, Treadstone's Chief Intelligence Officer, has been selected to deliver Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) training at all 2012 SecureWorld Expo conferences. Bardin will teach "Introduction to OSINT" starting on March 28 in Boston.

"As the market shifts to cyber intelligence driven security, many companies are trying to figure out how to effectively target, gather, produce and analyze cyber intelligence," says Bardin. "The training is designed to help clarify the OSINT methods available to target and gather data points used to create actionable information and intelligence."

The SecureWorld Expo conferences are current, subject matter expert focused events where unadulterated, clear and concise cyber security topics are openly discussed. The first conference of 2012 will take place March 28 and 29 at the Hynes Convention Center in Boston, Massachusetts. SecureWorld Expo also holds conferences in Atlanta, Houston, St. Louis, Dallas, Philadelphia, Detroit, Seattle, Charlotte and the San Francisco Bay area.

The Comprehensive National Cybersecurity Initiative (CNCI) calls for defense against the full spectrum of threats by enhancing U.S. counterintelligence (CI) capabilities and increasing the security of the supply chain for key information technologies. It also requires the strengthening of future cybersecurity environments by expanding cyber education. The Treadstone 71 Cyber Shafarat 2012 online training program combined with SecureWorld Expo supports the initiative with innovative courses that combine theoretical with practical hands on experience.

"Treadstone 71 and SecureWorld Expo are expanding cyber intelligence and CI education and awareness programs and workforce development to integrate CI into all cyber operations and analysis, while increasing employee awareness of the cyber CI threat," indicated Kerry Nelson, Managing Director, SecureWorld Expo. "The training and our conference content directly aligns with the National Counterintelligence Strategy of the United States of America and supports the other programmatic elements of the CNCI."

"The OSINT course is the tip of the iceberg when it comes to building an effective cyber intelligence program," stated Bardin. "Treadstone 71 offers always-on, online courses in cyber intelligence, cyber counterintelligence, cybercrime, cyber warfare doctrine, analysis, and cyber jihadist online methodologies, to name a few."

For more information on SecureWorld Expo, see www.secureworldexpo.com .

About Treadstone 71:
Treadstone 71 ( https://www.treadstone71.com ) a woman and veteran owned small business delivers strategic and trusted advisory services geared towards senior IT and cyber security leadership. Treadstone 71 provides ongoing research and analysis on cyber adversaries using OSINT methods to target, gather, produce, analyze and communicate recommendations and opportunities for clients. Founded in 2002, Treadstone 71 provides subscription-based cyber intelligence services. For more information call (888) 714-0071 or email at info@treadstone71.com.

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TAGS: Treadstone 71, Safety and Security Solutions, Send2Press. ]]> http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2012-01-0130-003.shtml Mon, 30 Jan 2012 15:05:48 GMT Music Business Wallkill New York Send2Press Newswire http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2012-01-0130-003.shtml Jonas Music Services WALLKILL, N.Y., Jan. 30, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Jonas Music Services announced its first "Worst Press Kit Contest" with one selected winner receiving a custom designed press kit package worth $700.00.

Musicians and bands interested in entering the competition should mail their most disastrous printed press kit to Jonas Music Services by February 29, 2012 along with the complete online application form available at: http://jonasmusicservices.com/worstkit.php .

Jonas Music Services' Executive Director, Dr. Ann Lathan Kerzner, explains, "Press Kits are so essential in the marketing success of musicians and bands, but they are often poorly understood by the groups creating them. This competition is a fun way to draw attention to the making of a successful print press kit."

The winner will be awarded a custom designed, tri-fold kit printed on glossy cardstock and coordinating CD face to accompany the kit (CD duplication not included). One round of unlimited revisions and 100 full color kits are included.

About Jonas Music Services:
Jonas Music Services LLC is an entertainment and arts marketing agency located in NewYork. Founded in 2004, the company serves musicians, entertainers, bands, agents, publicists and entertainment companies world-wide. Marketing and promotion services include websites, electronic press kits, social media solutions, print work, advertising, email promotion, CD design and much more.

More information about Jonas Music Services is available at http://www.JonasMusicServices.com or at 1-800-897-1774.

Media Contact:
Ann Lathan Kerzner
Jonas Music Services
1-800-897-1774
http://jonasmusicservices.com/contact.php .

Jonas Music Services, P.O. Box 589, Wallkill NY 12589.

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TAGS: Jonas Music Services, Advertising and Marketing, Send2Press. ]]> http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2012-01-0130-002.shtml Mon, 30 Jan 2012 14:03:28 GMT Books Internet Petersburg Virginia Send2Press Newswire http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2012-01-0130-002.shtml Christopher Zoukis PETERSBURG, Va., Jan. 30, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Most Americans don't consider prisons when lamenting scholarship reductions at their local college or higher taxes on gas when filling up at the pump. Maybe they should. According to Christopher Zoukis, author of the forthcoming "Education Behind Bars" (ISBN: 978-1934597774; Sunbury Press, December 2011), upwards of $60 billion a year can be saved simply by educating prisoners.

According to the Journal of Correctional Education, the U.S. incarcerates over 2.3 million persons, a number equal to 5% of the world's population and 25% of the world's incarcerated population. Each of these 2.3 million prisoners costs American taxpayers $32,000 to $40,000 each year for food and housing. Of those 2.3 million, around 800,000 will be released each year and most, that is 70% to 85%, will return to prison within 5 years of release. The exception is prisoners who receive an education while in prison.

According to the Journal of Correctional Education, of prisoners with an AA degree, only 13.7% will return to prison, of those with a Bachelor's degree 5.6%, and those with a Master's degree 0%. The Institute for Higher Education Policy calculates the cost of educating one prisoner to be $2,000 to $3,782 per year, much lower than the $40,000 per year outlay for incarceration.

While educating prisoners is an odd concept to champion, the fact that the U.S. spends $30.1 billion each year to build more prisons should give all Americans pause. This is money siphoned off from local community colleges, state universities, defense, and much needed public work projects, not to mention every American's wallet.

With the January 2012 publication of "Education Behind Bars," a comprehensive resource delineating the financial and social benefits of educating prisoners will finally be available.

For prison education news as it breaks and an ongoing dialogue about the merits of educating prisoners, head over to http://PrisonEducation.com or email Christopher Zoukis directly at ChrisZoukis@Gmail.com.

NEWS SOURCE: Christopher Zoukis
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TAGS: Christopher Zoukis, Legal and Law, Send2Press. ]]> http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2012-01-0130-001.shtml Mon, 30 Jan 2012 06:59:47 GMT Computing Business Altamonte Springs Florida Send2Press Newswire http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2012-01-0130-001.shtml CCMC, Inc. ALTAMONTE SPRINGS, Fla., Jan. 30, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- CCMC Inc., the financial industry's premier automated interface supplier, announced an agreement with MortgageFlex Systems, an innovative provider of mortgage lending software, to offer its BridgeWare line of interface products to complement the MortgageFlex loan origination system, LoanQuest.

Initially, BridgeWare interface solutions will provide an automated connection to all major loan servicing systems with future plans to act as middleware to other lending services. All BridgeWare interfaces are delivered with ongoing support for required updates and a comprehensive implementation process, to ensure the interface is configured to each client's unique business practices.

LoanQuest was designed using the most modern technology available and provides extensive user configuration flexibility as well as comprehensive tools for additional system tailoring. The robust technology platform puts lenders in complete control of their system functionality. The process efficiencies gained with the CCMC interface partnership include a reduction of human error and redundant data entries.

MortgageFlex chose to partner with CCMC due to their industry experience, strong customer support and the data agility the interface will provide to their customers. CCMC's BridgeWare acts a data conduit between LoanQuest and the designated application and is driven by lender designed business rules.

"We believe our new partnership with CCMC will give our customers a competitive edge with a single interface that can send and receive from multiple end point applications," said Craig Bechtle, MortgageFlex's Chief Operating Officer. "CCMC excels in this area of technology and has established industry leading interfaces. We look forward to offering our clients this innovative solution coupled with CCMC's unparalleled reputation," he concluded.

"Improving end to end loan management with dependable technology and user friendly processes is key to the success of financial institutions," explained Brad Willis, Vice President of Marketing and Sales Operations for CCMC. "We are excited about adding interface product offerings for MortgageFlex to our existing BridgeWare family of solutions."

About CCMC:
Founded in 1994, CCMC is the financial industry's leading independent provider of interface software designed to streamline the flow of information. CCMC's BridgeWare products connect loan origination systems to a full array of service providers including internet based systems, marketing systems, and all the major loan servicing systems. "We Build Interfaces!"

For more information, visit www.ccmcinc.com or call 407.788.7557.

About MortgageFlex Systems:
MortgageFlex Systems, Inc., Jacksonville, FL, founded in 1980, provides innovative loan origination and servicing software solutions to the lending industry. Developed entirely in Microsoft .NET, the LoanQuest product platform supports evolving business processes as well as government compliance requirements with business rules, intuitive workflow and an embedded product and pricing engine.

For information about products and services, please call 800-326-3539 or visit www.mortgageflex.com .

NEWS SOURCE: CCMC, Inc.
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TAGS: CCMC, Inc., Banking and Finance, Send2Press. ]]> http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2012-01-0126-002.shtml Thu, 26 Jan 2012 17:25:02 GMT Real Estate Business Lake Forest California Send2Press Newswire http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2012-01-0126-002.shtml Professional Community Management of California, Inc. LAKE FOREST, Calif., Jan. 26, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Professional Community Management of California, Inc. (PCM) and Associa announced the promotion of Michelle Thomson to Regional Director of West Coast Associa Services.

In her new role, Thomson will promote Associa Services, which are added-value programs that improve communications and technology, while offering discounted shopping and concierge services to residents in Associa and PCM managed communities.

"Michelle successfully launched Associa Services for PCM, which brings so many benefits to our clients through Associa's national buying power," said Donny Disbro, Chief Executive Officer of PCM. "Her enthusiasm has created a great deal of excitement about the many valuable services that enhance the lives and communities of those we serve."

Thomson most recently served as Vice President of PCM's Strategic Programs. She developed business strategies and synergies between PCM and vendors for the company's Field Maintenance and Project Management programs. She also served as the Associa Services Branch Coordinator at PCM, coordinating affinity programs such as Associa Direct Connect, which provides high-technology home entertainment solutions for homeowners, and for Associerge, a virtual concierge/personal assistant that is available as a complimentary service to all of Associa's residents. This year, Thomson also chaired PCM's in-house fund-raising efforts to raise $14,500 for Associa Cares and PCM's Annual United Way Campaign.

"Michelle has continually exceeded all her responsibilities as branch manager and vice president," said Ron Duprey, Senior Vice President and National Program Director of Associa Direct Connect and Associerge. "She is an integral part of our team and will expand awareness of these very important services to our homeowners and branch offices. This extensive array of services can only be provided by a company with the size and strength of Associa."

Thomson has been in the property management industry for 28 years and started with PCM as a community manager in 2001. She has earned the prestigious designation of Certified Community Association Manager (CCAM), from the California Association of Community Managers (CACM). Thomson was nominated for Manager of the Year through the Community Association Institute (CAI) and has been nominated seven times for the Vision Award. She is a two-time Vision Award recipient for outstanding managerial skills.

About Professional Community Management of California:
Professional Community Management of California, Inc. (PCM), an Associa company, specializes in the management of Common Interest Developments of homeowner associations for family oriented master-planned developments, resort-style master-planned communities, active-adult master-planned communities, condominium associations and boutique communities throughout Southern California and Southern Nevada.

With headquarters in Lake Forest, Calif., PCM and its companies employ a staff of more than 1,500 people. PCM has offices in serving all of Southern California and Southern Nevada and is recognized by the Multi Housing Council as one of the county's largest managers of common interest developments. Management services by PCM are backed by state-of-the art Internet technology and comprehensive financial and management systems. For additional information, please contact PCM at 800.369.7260 or at www.pcminternet.com .

About Associa:
Building successful communities for more than 30 years, Associa is North America's largest community association management firm and serves its clients with local knowledge, national resources and comprehensive expertise. Based in Dallas, Associa and its 8,000 employees operate more than 140 branch offices in the United States, Mexico and Canada. To learn more about Associa and its charitable organization, Associa Cares, go to www.associaonline.com and www.associacares.com . Find us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter and watch us on YouTube.

About Associerge:
Associerge offers exclusive free, concierge services and time saving deals to every Associa homeowner 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Expertly-trained lifestyle concierges offer a wide variety of assistance to help you get it all done so you can focus on the more important aspects of your life. From small tasks to large requests, Associerge will take care of it. Associerge also offers online service for easy, personal access from anywhere in the world.

NEWS SOURCE: Professional Community Management of California, Inc.
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TAGS: Professional Community Management of California, Inc., Management Changes, Send2Press. ]]> http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2012-01-0126-001.shtml Thu, 26 Jan 2012 04:59:00 GMT Insurance Senior Citizen Interests Kirkland Washington Send2Press Newswire http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2012-01-0126-001.shtml LTC Financial Partners LLC KIRKLAND, Wash., Jan. 26, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Long-term care insurance is subsidized, in effect, by Uncle Sam. "For many people, a large part of their premium cost is deductible on their federal tax return," says Denise Gott, National Sales Manager and Chairman of the Board of LTC Financial Partners, LLC (LTCFP). "That doesn't make coverage free, but it makes it more affordable for millions." LTCFP is one of the nation's largest and most experienced agencies specializing in long-term care insurance.

If you don't have LTC insurance, the time to get it is now, when the tax advantage is fresh in your mind, Gott advises. "Then remember to make your claim at tax time next year, and remember to do that again and again, year after year for as long as you pay premiums."

Deduction limits for the 2011 tax year range from $340 to $4,240, depending on age. For the 2012 tax year, the deduction limits range from $350 to $4,370; and they tend to increase every year. "Over the lifetime of many policies, cumulative deduction claims can really mount up, from a few thousand to more than $100,000 in some cases," Gott says.

Many states offer additional incentives for owning long-term care insurance. These usually take the form of state tax deductions or rebates. "LTC protection becomes even more of bargain with this nice double dip," says Gott.

LTCFP does not offer tax advice but teams with accountants and other tax experts to help their clients get all the deductions or other benefits available to them.

The following specialists are available to help, providing information on federal and state tax incentives that may be available for specific individuals in specific locations:

CA: Todd Stein -- 415-861-5088
CA: Paula Taylor -- 510-763-5002
CA: Debra Rauser -- 650-306-0240
CA: Laura Weber -- 714-674-0190
CA: Bill Bargfrede -- 800-449-1241
CA: Jeffrey Flanzer -- 805-701-0085
CA: Sandra Stanley -- 888-316-8919
CA: Phyllis Solgere -- 909-627-5587
CA: Mavis Lombardi -- 916-276-6994
CA: Sue Varenchik-Martz -- 925-735-4341
CA: Michael Scoles -- 408-264-1759

CO: John Frederick -- 303-726-7044
CO: Joan Saucerman -- 719-598-1118

CT: Leonard Wik -- 860-432-1870
CT: Steve Foss -- 860-539-0674
CT: Richard Levine -- 860-651-9976
CT: Larry Golfin -- 860-677-4075

FL: Janet Washburn -- 239-404-7590
FL: George Braddock -- 305-378-8091
FL: Robin Wing -- 386-462-7032
FL: Jane Henderson -- 561-910-4272
FL: Mike Rou -- 904-276-9583

GA: Amy Pollock -- 404-237-1189
GA: Belen Hickman -- 404-245-2444
GA: Nancy Dower -- 678-525-6283

ID: Linda Hicks -- 208-331-2803

IL: Bobbi Foster -- 630-513-0034
IL: Cheri Davis -- 773-531-0669

IN: Kirk Bennett -- 260-969-1310

MD: Michael Markowitz -- 410-455-0680

MI: Marybeth Bayer -- 734-222-9882
MI: Tom Varner -- 810-796-2405

MN: Gary Marx -- 651-224-0709
MN: John Guinan -- 651-646-2200
MN: Jennifer Ragborg -- 952-898-2750

MO: Wendy Rinehart - 816-286-1297
MO: Keith Eisberg -- 573-303-3007

NC: Milton Goldstein -- 205-907-0670
NC: Carol DeLucia -- 919-280-6106

NE: Larry Neuwirth -- 308-635-2023
NE: Larry Heinert -- 402-339-8643

NJ: Gary Melnikoff -- 201-265-1958
NJ: Richard Landau -- 201-476-0880
NJ: Michael B. FitzPatrick -- 973-968-3394

NY: Ronald Brie -- 212-799-3900
NY: Michael Robinson -- 516-612-4936
NY: Ray Donnelly -- 516-747-1809
NY: Gene Cutler -- 516-869-6767
NY: Jay Charno -- 516-935-4029
NY: Jennifer Lenihan -- 631-262-7167
NY: Susan Lenihan -- 631-262-7167
NY: Sheila White -- 631-893-4040
NY: Dana Dee -- 716-983-1316
NY: Peter Molnar -- 800-588-9406
NY: Virginia Lee Kintz -- 866-582-6074
NY: Steve Brefere -- 914-234-7767

OH: Pattianne Baran -- 216-409-0859
OH: John Cullen -- 419-797-9210
OH: Denise Gott -- 440-461-5131
OH: Sam Desiderio -- 440-543-5814
OH: Michael Schadek -- 614-554-5607
OH: Richard Katz -- 614-866-0316

OK: Samuel Walker -- 405-816-0868
OK: Terry Anderson -- 620-805-2652

OR: Diane Steeves -- 503-297-7677

PA: Anthony Camill -- 412-445-6171
PA: Ted Soslow -- 610 642 3332
PA: Cathy Allen -- 610-588-0852
PA: Kevin Bressler -- 610-783-6970

TN: Mark Wardell -- 901-337-4146
TN: Teresa Will -- 931-619-1852

TX: Cathy Flanagan -- 214-221-2777
TX: Madeline Wade -- 214-295-8926
TX: Kat Roebuck -- 281-431-4033
TX: Kim Beckham -- 361-579-9663
TX: Raetta Aleshire -- 512-750-5754
TX: Kay Nettles -- 713-466-4614
TX: Bill Holland -- 817-283-7221

VA: Roy Smith -- 540-868-2435
VA: Penny Gilbert -- 703-281-0914
VA: James Meshanko -- 703-295-0606
VA: Patricia O'Neill -- 703-534-3255
VA: George Polizos -- 757-291-8505
VA: Michael Zuchowski -- 757-467-1354
VA: Joel James -- 757-478-5819
VA: Linda Sotirion -- 757-646-6820
VA: James Stallings -- 757-714-7761

VT: Tod Warner -- 802-985-4930

WA: Bill Kitchin -- 206-524-8532
WA: Allison Payne -- 206-755-2590
WA: Lucille Smith -- 206-877-3456
WA: Philip Shields -- 360-687-1838
WA: Jonas Roeser -- 425-284-4863
WA: Helen Boyer -- 425-557-5372
WA: Christine Khemis -- 888-582-5364

WI: Laura Brukwicki -- 414-324-5106
WI: Lynette Schiefer -- 920-434-4559

WV: Deborah Bailey -- 304-744-0111.

Assistance is also available from hundreds of additional specialists, who may be located by state at http://www.ltcfp.com .

LTCFP is a co-founder and sponsor of the "3 in 4 Need More" campaign, which seeks to alert Americans to the long-term healthcare crisis, and to multiply the number protected by long-term care planning.

NEWS SOURCE: LTC Financial Partners LLC
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TAGS: LTC Financial Partners LLC, Taxes and Accounting, Send2Press. ]]> http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2012-01-0125-003.shtml Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:25:26 GMT Fashion Internet Houston Texas Send2Press Newswire http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2012-01-0125-003.shtml Whiteflash Inc. HOUSTON, Texas, Jan. 25, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Inspired by the 2012 national elections, Whiteflash, leading retailer of ideal diamonds and fine jewelry, is running another installment of their own democratic elections. By casting your vote between two top engagement ring settings in their collection you will be entered to win one for yourself.

Fun, fresh and engaging, the Whiteflash "Give it the YES Vote and Win" is giving everyone the chance to voice their vote. All you need is Facebook and an opinion! The current sweepstakes features the following candidates; Melody & Felicity. As with most top candidates they share admirable similarities, but when you look at the details you begin to appreciate the differences.

Both pieces have been artfully crafted by renowned jewelry designer Vatche, creator of elegant and sophisticated Bridal Jewelry Design, and winners of the 1st Annual PGI/JCK Platinum Innovation Award. Vatche designs are sought after by discriminating women the world over. Whiteflash is proud give one lucky voter the chance to own and display one of these beautiful new designs featured in the Vatche Serenity Collection.

The Melody Engagement Ring from Vatche features a four prong, open cathedral design with 18 Round Brilliant Diamond Melee (0.10ctw; G/VS). The width of the top of the ring starts at 1.65mm and tapers down to a 1.8mm at its base. The Retail value for this 18k White Gold design is $1,395.00. The Felicity Engagement Ring from Vatche features a six prong, open cathedral design with 20 Round Brilliant Diamond Melee (0.13ctw; G/VS). The width begins at 1.3mm and flares to 1.9mm at its base. The Retail Value for this 18k White Gold Design is $1,475.00. Both our candidates are vying for the chance to be set with a beautiful 6.5mm Pink Mystic Topaz - genuine topaz with a high-tech coating creating the pink color.

After the polls close on February 14, 2012 one lucky voter will be chosen in a drawing of those participants who voted for the winning design, and will be awarded one of their very own. So, throw your vote into the ring (pun intended), and let your voice be heard. The political process has never been more brilliant!

About Whiteflash:
Whiteflash is a full scale manufacturing jeweler specializing in Ideal Diamonds and Fine Bridal Jewelry and stocks the biggest inventory of AGS Certified Ideal Cut Diamonds in the world.

The award winning Whiteflash.com website, described by Kiplinger's Magazine as the "Lord of the Online Rings" enables shoppers the world over to view, compare and purchase top quality diamonds, engagement rings and fine jewelry in a convenient and secure environment.

Whiteflash is the first jeweler in the world to attain ISO 9001 certification for total quality management.

For more information, log on to www.whiteflash.com or call 877.612.6770.

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- Image Caption: Jewelry pieces artfully crafted by renowned jewelry designer Vatche.

NEWS SOURCE: Whiteflash Inc.
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TAGS: Whiteflash Inc., Jewelry and Diamond, Send2Press. ]]> http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2012-01-0125-002.shtml Wed, 25 Jan 2012 08:58:20 GMT Fashion Internet New York New York Send2Press Newswire http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2012-01-0125-002.shtml James Allen NEW YORK, N.Y., Jan. 25, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- James Allen, a leading online bridal jewelry retailer, has announced the giveaway of a one-a-kind diamond and ruby encrusted iPhone case and iPhone 4S on their Facebook page.

The stunning diamond iPhone case, valued at $20,000, features an impressive 808 diamonds in the F-G color range, for a total of 5 carats, with an additional 43 rubies weighing 0.37 carats. Each diamond and ruby was selected for maximum brilliance and quality to compliment the hand-crafted titanium case created by James Allen's top designers.

This incredible promotion is to celebrate the launch of James Allen's new mobile site - a fully interactive James Allen experience in the palm of your hand. Now you can browse engagement rings, loose diamonds, wedding rings and diamond jewelry, and compare prices to make sure you are getting the best deal. With the James Allen mobile site, you can verify that the price you are paying for a diamond and engagement ring is the lowest possible price - no matter where you are.

"We have worked hard to provide mobile users with a first-class interactive user experience, and the feedback has been overwhelmingly positive," says David Berkovits, Marketing Director at James Allen. "To celebrate, we are giving away an amazing diamond iPhone case. This giveaway is our most exciting to date and it's our way of saying 'thanks' to all the James Allen fans that have helped elevate our brand to the next level."

The James Allen mobile experience has been six months in the making. The result is a rich and engaging user experience that expands the James Allen brand. Visitors can browse James Allen's entire selection of solitaire, pave, channel set, contemporary rings and many others, and find a matching diamond with ease and convenience.

The mobile site also lets users shop for diamond pendants and studs, perfect for Valentine's Day. When you find an item you like, you can share it on Facebook instantly and get feedback from your friends.

"We're the only site on the Internet that displays over 20,000 actual photos of our diamond inventory, and now you've got them all in the palm of your hand. This Valentine's Day, shop with our mobile site and don't miss the opportunity to win an incredible diamond iPhone case," added Berkovits.

For details, please see http://www.JamesAllen.com .

To enter the giveaway, please go to http://apps.facebook.com/jamesallengiveaway/ .

NEWS SOURCE: James Allen
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TAGS: James Allen, Jewelry and Diamond, Send2Press. ]]> http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2012-01-0125-001.shtml Wed, 25 Jan 2012 06:59:06 GMT Finance Consulting San Diego California Send2Press Newswire http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2012-01-0125-001.shtml MCT Trading, Inc. SAN DIEGO, Calif., Jan. 25, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- MCT Trading, Inc. (MCT), a recognized leader in mortgage pipeline hedging and risk management services, announced that its COO, Phil Rasori, has again been named to National Mortgage Professional magazine's "Top 40 Most Influential Mortgage Professionals Under 40" list for 2011.

Rasori is recognized for his industry contributions in helping mortgage bankers implement effective loan pricing and pipeline hedging strategies that result in greater profitability and risk management for lenders. Further, he developed a unique model, dubbed HALO (Hedging And Loan sales Optimization), which effectively supports clients in secondary marketing that are making the complex transition from best efforts loan sales to mandatory commitments.

National Mortgage Professional magazine cites individuals who make the list as being executives who continue to forge ahead, lead by example, set the bar high for education, professionalism and excellence in the mortgage industry.

Rasori is a respected thought leader in capital markets operations within the mortgage banking community and regular participates in panel sessions and serves as a thought leader in the media. His areas of expertise include complex financial modeling, computational dynamics, and linear programming for operational optimization. He developed MCT's ground-breaking mortgage pipeline hedging algorithms that form the foundation of the company's proprietary HALO program. He has also pioneered several metrics that have become standard industry parlance, including "beta pull-through" factors. In addition to banking clients, Rasori has consulted with GSE agencies and the U.S. Government on hedging best practices for community banks. He has functionally led MCT's operations since 2005 and ascended to his current role as COO in 2007.

Rasori is a member of the Mortgage Banking Association of America, the California Mortgage Bankers Association, Texas Mortgage Bankers Association and is an active philanthropist in his community. He was instrumental in helping MCT consecutively double annual corporate revenue in 2010 and again in 2011.

About MCT Trading:
MCT Trading, Inc. is a risk management and advisory services company providing independent analysis, training, hedging strategy and loan sale execution support to clients engaged in the secondary mortgage market. Founded in San Diego, CA in May 2001, the company has expanded to include field sales and support offices in Philadelphia, PA; Dallas, TX; Charlotte, NC; and San Francisco, CA.

MCT is recognized as a leading provider of mortgage pipeline hedging service and currently supports more than 70 clients on the HALO (Hedging And Loan sales Optimization) Program. For more information, please visit www.mct-trading.com or call (619) 543-5111.

MEDIA CONTACT:
Joe Bowerbank
Profundity Communications, Inc.
949.378.9685
jbowerbank@profunditymarketing.com .

NEWS SOURCE: MCT Trading, Inc.
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TAGS: MCT Trading, Inc., Awards and Honors, Send2Press. ]]> http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2012-01-0124-005.shtml Tue, 24 Jan 2012 12:54:26 GMT Food Business Laguna Beach California Send2Press Newswire http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2012-01-0124-005.shtml EnviroIngenuity LAGUNA BEACH, Calif., Jan. 24, 2012 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EnviroIngenuity today announced its vertical farming division, which is developing vertical farming processes in Southern California to enable individuals and communities to grow their own food in urban areas.

Dr. Dave Schemberger M.D., holistic healer and microgreens expert who helped shape a successful movement toward urban agriculture in Milwaukee with Will Allen's Growing Power, has joined the team to consult on the development of high-yield vertical farming processes.

These processes produce pesticide-free produce in small spaces. This type of farming dramatically increases affordable access to locally grown, healthier produce, and virtually eliminates the need for transportation, cuts greenhouse gas emissions and reduces water, fertilizer and energy use more than 85 percent.

"Our existing system that distributes food over long distances demands a massive waste of limited resources. Growing food locally mitigates this waste," said Erik Cutter, Managing Director of EnviroIngenuity. "Not only is excessive fuel consumption harmful to the environment, but by the time produce has reached the consumer, it has lost much of its nutritional value."

Consuming locally grown produce provides numerous health benefits that can alleviate and eliminate chronic illnesses such as diabetes, hypertension and heart disease.

"Chronic illness is exacerbated by eating hollow food which has lost its nutritional value from spending too much time on a truck or grocery store shelf," said Dr. Dave Schemberger. "We can prevent and reverse much of the disease found in our modern life by avoiding processed food and consuming more raw fruits and vegetables close to the time they are harvested."

The new division's goals includes developing coalition partners in designated food deserts as identified by First Lady Michelle Obama, and deploying vertical farms throughout Southern California to be used for education and creating jobs for urban teens, veterans and others.

"Our vision is a future where neighborhood farms support their local community with affordable, healthy organic produce. Through vertical farming, we can increase yields to achieve this result and strengthen our communities by making them more food and energy secure. We will also improve health and create jobs that cannot be outsourced," said Cutter.

After practicing medicine under AMA guidelines for many years, Dr. Schemberger became an expert in utilizing a raw plant-based diet to heal the body and resist disease. An expert in growing food, composting, vermiculture and soil remediation, his experience includes helping individuals and communities to become self-sufficient through urban community farming.

About EnviroIngenuity:
EnviroIngenuity was founded in 2009 by a group of forward-thinking professionals to take advantage of the growing demand for more efficient, cost effective sustainable energy solutions, employing solar PV, hi-efficiency LED lighting, green building and vertical food production technologies. We are all about "advancingreenergy" and reducing waste, thus better utilizing our limited natural resources. As businesses invest in a lower carbon future, our team is focused on helping these organizations move forward toward the deployment of sustainable energy solutions using disruptive technologies. Learn more at: http://www.EnviroIngenuity.com .

NEWS SOURCE: EnviroIngenuity
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