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Roemtech Introduces New PMA-245 PlenumAmp with More Power and Greater Clarity for Classroom and Commercial Installation
Fri, 30 Oct 2009, 14:56:03 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
DALLAS, Texas (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Roemtech, LLC has announced the availability of their new Plenum Classroom Amplifier, model PlenumAmp PMA-245. It is designed and approved for above ceiling installations allowing end users to have a more powerful amplifier system that is easily concealed. Commercial and educational environments with data projectors need an amplifier that provides clear, powerful sound without taking up excess room. This product fills that need without sacrificing power or clarity.

Ellis Vigeo, LLC, Announces TextSafe for Apple iPhone and iTouch Systems
Thu, 29 Oct 2009, 11:21:56 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
RALEIGH, N.C. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Ever needed to send something to a friend that you didn't want someone snooping through your phone to be able to read? TextSafe by Ellis Vigeo allows the user to create messages by selecting one of 10 different encoding 'ciphers' and send an encrypted message via email or by using the text message 'copy and paste' feature. The receiver, with the right password, is able to decrypt the message and send messages back in the same or different code.

Trailblazing Long Term Care Insurance Organization Celebrates 15 Year Anniversary
Wed, 28 Oct 2009, 13:45:46 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
OVERLAND PARK, Kan. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The National LTC Network is celebrating 15 years as a national leader in long term care insurance distribution. The Network counts among its 30 member firms some of the most-respected and successful firms in the industry. 'The Network is a unique organization, consisting of firms that are competitors, but that have come together to share best practices and address common long-term care insurance industry issues,' commented Terry Truesdell, President and CEO.

Vero Florida Company Earns Restoration Certification
Tue, 27 Oct 2009, 14:04:10 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
VERO BEACH, Fla. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Global Restoration Group (GRG) in Vero Beach, Florida, is proud to announce it has been qualified by education and examination as Certified Water Restoration Technicians and Applied Structural Drying Technicians, by The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC).

Mind Wings Audio Delivers Express Entertainment for People on the Go
Tue, 27 Oct 2009, 13:18:29 EDT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
BOWIE, Md. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Mind Wings Audio, an audio publishing company, introduces a new market for fiction - the one hour audio story CD. These one hour audio story CDs, designed for ages 18 and up, have the potential to become the entertainment of choice for multi-taskers, commuters, travelers - basically anyone who has the desire to be entertained while engaged in another task. The audio books are available in CD, MP3 download, and Kindle Editions (including iPod and iPhone).

Hazmat Training Comes to Williamsburg
Mon, 26 Oct 2009, 16:00:03 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
CARY, N.C. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- When workers handle hazardous waste or ship hazardous materials, training is not just a good idea, it's the law. According to the EPA, workers who handle hazardous waste must be trained annually, and the federal DOT requires that workers involved in the shipment of hazardous materials be trained at least every three years. Environmental Resource Center will present the mandatory training in Williamsburg November 17-19.

KnowledgeAdvisors Releases Performance Optimization Framework Using Six Sigma to Measure Human Capital Effectiveness
Mon, 26 Oct 2009, 15:25:20 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
CHICAGO, Ill. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- KnowledgeAdvisors, the world's largest provider of learning and talent measurement solutions, today announced it has released a methodology and toolset to measure human capital effectiveness known as the Performance Optimization Framework. The Performance Optimization Framework is grounded in Six Sigma and is designed to help organizations improve the effectiveness of their talent development process.

Authernative Granted U.S. Patent on Key Generation Method for Encryption and Authentication System
Mon, 26 Oct 2009, 12:30:28 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
REDWOOD CITY, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Authernative, Inc., the leading developer of innovative user authentication and identity management technologies, announced today that the United States Patent and Trademark Office has granted the company its patent for encryption key generation method. The newly issued US Patent No. 7,577,987 titled 'Key generation method for communication session encryption and authentication system' describes a new encryption key management system integrated with a two-factor authentication protocol.

Nashville Company Manufactures Chinese Product in Backyard
Fri, 23 Oct 2009, 16:28:43 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
SPRING HILL, Tenn. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- McDonald Webb, Inc. today introduced The Steampunk Sparkplug for Smokers, the first domestically produced, mass-marketed e-cigarette. E-cigarettes were invented in China about four years ago. They work by heating a glycol substance with nicotine and tobacco flavoring added. While a popular novelty item, e-cigarettes contain many consumable parts that fail and must be replaced often.

Robert J. Draper joins Global Legal Discovery as Director of Business Development
Fri, 23 Oct 2009, 12:55:11 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
ATLANTA, Ga. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Global Legal, a leading risk consulting and discovery management company, announced today that Robert J. Draper, formerly Managing Director of LEX On Demand, has joined the firm as National Director of Business Development. Draper will supervise a wide variety of assignments throughout the Southeast, Midwest and New York including data preservation, corporate investigations, fraud and detection, due diligence and regulatory issues.

Small Businesses Backbone of Georgia Economy, Handel tells Georgia Brokers
Wed, 21 Oct 2009, 14:13:28 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
ATLANTA, Ga. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Georgia's small businesses are a critical part of the state's economy, and Georgia Secretary of State Karen Handel will speak about the outlook for those businesses at a monthly meeting of the Georgia Association of Business Brokers (GABB) Tuesday, October 27, 2009. GABB is the state's only professional organization and Multiple Listing Service dedicated to buying and selling businesses and franchises.

Capital Markets Cooperative Brings More Value to its Clients with Addition of IDS, Inc.
Wed, 21 Oct 2009, 13:34:26 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Capital Markets Cooperative has added IDS, Inc., to its list of preferred service providers. This relationship will bring the cooperative membership greater benefits when contracting with IDS for its state-of-the-art document preparation technology. Similarly, CMC will provide best-in-class secondary marketing solutions to those banks, credit unions, and independent mortgage companies operating on the IDS platform.

Unique Booklet to Discover in Thirty Minutes or Less How to Accomplish Everything One Desires
Wed, 21 Oct 2009, 05:59:07 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
NEW YORK, N.Y. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A new booklet by author and business expert Marty Niedelman, 'Rx For Success,' is a clear concise manuscript to help anyone achieve their goals and aspirations. Many people work hard and struggle to survive. Others do things in a certain way and have all the wealth and fame. The author has combined the knowledge of many motivational books, tapes, courses, and lectures.

Del Mar DataTrac Selects DepthPR for Full Service Public Relations
Tue, 20 Oct 2009, 19:36:14 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
ATLANTA, Ga. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Depth Public Relations, an Atlanta, Georgia, provider of public relations, Internet search visibility and marketing strategies for the mortgage lending and financial services industry has signed Del Mar DataTrac, the leading provider of affordable loan automation solutions for mortgage lenders, banks, and credit unions.

Epeius Biotechnologies to Partner at BIO Investor Forum
Tue, 20 Oct 2009, 13:17:36 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Epeius Biotechnologies Corporation (www.epeiusbiotech.com), an emerging leader in the field of targeted genetic medicine, announced today that Frederick L. Hall, President and CEO, and Dr. Erlinda M. Gordon, Medical Director, will be participating in the 8th Annual BIO Investor Forum being held October 28-29, 2009, at the Palace Hotel in San Francisco.

TeamF1 and Cavium Networks' Technologies Power NETGEAR ProSafe FVS318G VPN Firewall
Tue, 20 Oct 2009, 07:59:55 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
FREMONT and MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- TeamF1, Inc., the leader in embedded networking and security software, and Cavium Networks (NASDAQ:CAVM), a leading provider of semiconductor products that enable intelligent processing for networking, communications, storage, wireless, video and security applications, today announced that TeamF1's customized Secure Gateway Solution (SGS) running on Cavium Networks' ECONA processor drives NETGEAR's FVS318G Gigabit VPN Firewall with DMZ, recently launched for the SMB market.

Renaissance Surgical Arts at Newport Harbor Names Dr. Sid Kamali as Director of Anesthesia
Mon, 19 Oct 2009, 13:30:19 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
COSTA MESA, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Renaissance Surgical Arts at Newport Harbor, a new multi-specialty outpatient surgery center committed to setting a new standard of care in South Orange County, has named Sid Kamali, M.D., as director of anesthesia. Dr. Kamali is a board certified anesthesiologist. In his role at Renaissance at Newport Harbor, Dr. Kamali will lead a team of anesthesiologists who are top in their field and can deliver care consistent with the center's patient-focused approach.

Keeping Check Scans Clean with a Cleaning Card for Panini's I:Deal Check Scanner
Mon, 19 Oct 2009, 12:46:25 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
AUBURN, Maine and TURIN, Italy (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Panini and KICTeam, Inc. are pleased to announce the approval of the Panini Waffletechnology Check Scanner Cleaning Card for the Panini I:Deal Check Scanner. The removal of built-up paper dust and endorsement ink residue from the scanner lens is critical to maintain consistent scans with any check scanner. This product, originally designed to work with Panini My Vision X and Vision X Check Scanners, is now available for use on the new Panini I:Deal as well.

KICTeam Becomes a Local International Company - Offering Products for All Industries
Thu, 15 Oct 2009, 12:25:28 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
AUBURN, Maine and LONDON, UK (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- KICTeam is pleased to announce its successful expansion in both Europe and Asia. KIC Products UK, which operated as an independent exclusive European distributor, is now KICTeam Europe Limited and is a wholly owned subsidiary of KICTeam, Inc. located in Auburn, ME. KICTeam Asian/Pacific has also plans to establish offices in key locations in 2009 to facilitate the growth in this area of the world.

Arizona Leads as Foreclosure Rates Rise Countrywide
Wed, 14 Oct 2009, 18:57:30 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
NEW YORK, N.Y. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- According to statistics from Foreclosure Listings, foreclosure rates are still on the rise across the country, a sure sign that the recession is far from over. The same statistics show that average foreclosure sale prices are also on the rise. The combination means that it is a strong market and a good opportunity for investment buyers.

University Learning Center Created by Rinella and Rinella Senior Partner Wins Prestigious National College Learning Center Association (NCLCA) Award
Wed, 14 Oct 2009, 18:15:28 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
CHICAGO, Ill. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Renowned family law firm Rinella and Rinella Ltd. today announced that the learning center founded by its Senior Partner Bernard (Bernie) Rinella has been awarded the 2009 NCLCA/Frank L. Christ Outstanding Learning Center Award. The Bernard B. Rinella, Jr. Learning Center was established at Miami University - Oxford in 2000.

Authernative Granted U.S. Patent for User Authentication System Operation Modes
Wed, 14 Oct 2009, 13:53:09 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
REDWOOD CITY, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Authernative, Inc., the developer of innovative user authentication and identity management technologies, announced today that the United States Patent and Trademark Office has granted the company a patent for operation modes in a user authentication system.

Viral YouTube Sensation 'Duck Song' Waddling into Hearts of Teens
Wed, 14 Oct 2009, 06:59:37 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
BOULDER, Colo. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- What music are teens into these days? Taylor Swift? Sure. Jonas Brothers? You bet. Beyonce? Absolutely. A simple children's song about a duck asking for grapes at a lemonade stand? Yup. As unlikely as it sounds, 'The Duck Song,' the lead song on Bryant Oden's debut CD 'Songdrops: 30 Songs for Kids' (being released Nov. 1st through Songdrops.com) has been all the rage in schools across the U.S. and beyond.

Advanced U.S. Clinical Trial Confirms Single-Agent Efficacy of Rexin-G in Metastatic Pancreas Cancer: All Endpoints Achieved
Wed, 14 Oct 2009, 05:59:50 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
SAN MARINO, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Epeius Biotechnologies confirms the first real breakthrough for pancreatic cancer seen in years; publishes a landmark report of tumor-targeted Rexin-G as stand-alone therapy in chemotherapy-resistant pancreatic cancer. Following Phase I studies at the Mayo Clinic, which affirmed the general safety of Rexin-G, advanced U.S. Phase I/II studies were undertaken, which included a Phase II efficacy component and examined progressive dose escalations of Rexin-G.

KnowledgeAdvisors Releases Thought Leading Research on Emerging Informal Learning Measurement Insights and Trends
Mon, 12 Oct 2009, 19:53:17 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
CHICAGO, Ill. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- KnowledgeAdvisors, the world's largest provider of learning and talent measurement solutions, today announced it has released new, constructive, research that provides thought leadership on innovative ways organizations in today's economy will implement and measure informal learning to increase speed to competency and optimize learning resources.

Sticky Adhesives Removed from Thermal Print Heads Using The New Dual Action Cleaning Pen now Available from KICTeam
Mon, 12 Oct 2009, 16:07:02 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
AUBURN, Maine (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The new Dual Action Cleaning Pen, designed to remove stubborn adhesive build up from thermal print heads, is being released today by KICTeam. Using the same convenient marker-style design currently found with the EZ Thermal Printer Cleaning Pen, this new pen has two separate marker nibs to perform two very distinct functions. The first nib carries an adhesive remover to make it possible to easily remove adhesives caused during printing of label stock and linerless labels.

Tsoi/Kobus and Associates Wins AIA New England Design Award for Center for Life Science | Boston
Tue, 06 Oct 2009, 15:21:59 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
CAMBRIDGE, Mass. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Tsoi/Kobus & Associates received a Special Mention award at the American Institute of Architects New England Chapter's 2009 Design Awards on Saturday, October 3 for its design of the Center for Life Science | Boston, the first speculative, privately-owned, high-rise, multi-tenant laboratory building in the United States. Among 271 entries submitted, 18 received recognition.

Entrepreneur Launches Historic, Code-Cracking Rosetta Stone Replica Project
Tue, 06 Oct 2009, 06:59:16 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
SEVERN, Md. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Rosetta Classic, LLC is now offering commercially available, hand crafted replicas of the original Rosetta Stone to any interested entity or individual - considered by some to be 'the Rosetta Stone of replicas.' Anyone interested in the fields of archaeology, Egyptology, cryptology, publishing, geology, science, writing, mathematics, translation work and/or languages understands the significance of this famous artifact.

Titan Lenders Corp Adds Vincent Barbour as Director of Capital Strategy and Business Development
Tue, 29 Sep 2009, 20:17:28 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
DENVER, Colo. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Titan Lenders Corp (TLC) has added Vincent Barbour as director of capital strategy consulting for independent mortgage lenders, community banks and investment capital. In this capacity, Barbour will work with mortgage lenders and warehouse providers to secure additional funding capacity by identifying funding sources, preparing credit and collateral packages, evaluating back office operations and securing new credit facility offers.

PGA Awards PivotPro Top Ranking For New Product
Tue, 29 Sep 2009, 18:27:11 EDT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- PivotPro announces that its newly-launched golf training aid, the PivotPro, was the recipient of the prestigious 'Best New Product' award at the recent PGA Fall Expo in Las Vegas. Out of hundreds of exhibitors, only three companies were nominated for this award. Top buyers from around the globe were present for judging.

U.S. Home Remodeling Recovery Began in Second Quarter 2009
Tue, 29 Sep 2009, 11:48:47 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
SUNNYVALE, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- RemodelorMove's U.S. Remodeling Activity Report™, a sampling of remodeling permits in the U.S., was issued for the second quarter 2009 today, revealing an increase in remodeling activity in certain regions of the U.S. for the first time in more than a year. According to RemodelorMove's Remodeling Activity Report, the value of remodeling projects in the U.S. increased in the second quarter over the first quarter of 2009.

Titan Lenders Corp Adds William Null for Community Banking Outsource Services Business Development
Mon, 28 Sep 2009, 17:21:04 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
DENVER, Colo. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Titan Lenders Corp (TLC) has added William Null as director of business development for community banking focused on a variety of back office mortgage fulfillment services specifically directed to service the needs of community banks and credit unions. Null, a 28 year mortgage and banking veteran, has held executive roles in mortgage lending operations.

PrettyMay Skype PBX for Windows v4.0 released
Mon, 28 Sep 2009, 13:55:53 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
SUZHOU, China (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- PrettyMay, the Windows Skype PBX vendor, today announced its new Skype PBX v4.0 software for Windows, which includes an agent assistant utility that offers extension users an easy way to transfer calls, monitor other extension's presence, as well as the direct dial out function.

Libera Project Honored with 2009 Best of New York Award
Fri, 25 Sep 2009, 13:13:46 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
ALBANY, N.Y. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The New York State Commission for the Blind and Visually Handicapped (CBVH) has earned a 2009 'Best of New York' award for its Consumer Information System (CIS) application, developed with Libera, Inc. of Jamestown, NY, a government contractor and software development company. The award was made by the New York State Center for Digital Government and Government Technology in the category of 'Project Best Advancing Service to the Public.'

Direct Marketing Company Ballantine Corporation Announces New Clients
Fri, 25 Sep 2009, 07:59:43 EDT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
WAYNE, N.J. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Ballantine Corporation, a family-owned direct marketing company, this week announced that Incisive Media, Trinity Solar, Subco and EF Education have chosen Ballantine for production services for a variety of direct marketing projects and campaigns. 'We are honored that these companies have chosen us for these important services for their direct marketing efforts,' Tom Cote, president of Ballantine Corporation, says.

Educational Publisher DynaStudy, Inc. Wins Learning Magazine 2010 Teachers' Choice Award
Fri, 25 Sep 2009, 05:59:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
LEAGUE CITY, Texas (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Learning magazine has selected the DynaNotes SmartClings - Graphs instructional kit as a winner of the Learning Magazine 2010 Teachers' Choice Awards for the Classroom. According to Heather Crews, Learning magazine Award Coordinator, the teacher-judges from across the United States evaluated hundreds of products on 'quality, instructional value, ease of use, and innovation' to identify 'the very best in classroom-tested, teacher-recommended products.'

Georgia Gubernatorial Candidate Oxendine speaks September 29 about Small Business to Georgia Association of Business Brokers
Thu, 24 Sep 2009, 14:20:52 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
ATLANTA, Ga. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Georgia Insurance Commissioner John W. Oxendine, the Republican frontrunner in the 2010 Georgia governor's race, will offer his views on the prospects for small businesses and the future of business in Georgia at the monthly meeting of the Georgia Association of Business Brokers on Tuesday.

Hazmat Training Comes to Los Angeles
Tue, 22 Sep 2009, 11:57:46 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
LOS ANGELES, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- When workers handle hazardous waste or ship hazardous materials, training is not just a good idea, it's the law. According to the Department of Toxic Substances Control, workers who handle hazardous waste must be trained annually, and the federal DOT requires that workers involved in the shipment of hazardous materials be trained at least every three years. Environmental Resource Center, the leading provider of environmental and safety training, will present the mandatory training in Los Angeles on October 13 - 15 at the Hilton Garden Inn.

Del Mar DataTrac adds Mortgage Lending Expert Mark Todd as DMD Product Line Manager
Tue, 22 Sep 2009, 08:29:04 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
SAN DIEGO, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Del Mar DataTrac (DMD), the leading provider of affordable loan automation solutions for mortgage lenders, banks and credit unions, has tapped mortgage lending veteran Mark Todd as a DMD Product Line Manager. Todd has more than 18 years' mortgage lending management experience, including nearly a decade at the C-level. For more than five years he was co-owner and COO of a mortgage lender producing in excess of $2 billion annually.

Groundbreaking Bio Jet Fuel Agreement Announced
Mon, 21 Sep 2009, 19:30:12 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- BioJet Corporation (formerly JatrophaBioJet) and E85 LLC jointly announced today that they have executed a Bio-SPK forward contract for the sale by BioJet and the purchase by E85 of 4 million barrels of aviation bio jet fuel. 'Bio-SPK' is now the proper aviation industry term for bio jet fuel and the fuel delivered under this contract will meet ASTM International specifications. Other than quantity, the terms of the contract were undisclosed.

ACANA Endorses NBAA Publication of Best Practices for Air Charter Brokering
Mon, 21 Sep 2009, 18:03:49 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
BOSTON, Mass. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Air Charter Association of North America (ACANA) has formally endorsed the recent National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) publication: NBAA Best Practices for Air Charter Brokering. This publication provides confirmation that the NBAA recognizes the value that brokers bring to the business aviation community ACANA wishes to acknowledge this industry milestone and stands behind the movement for setting high standards for the brokering community.

Small Business Transaction Expert Speaks October 2 at Georgia Association of Business Brokers Conference
Mon, 21 Sep 2009, 15:38:50 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
ATLANTA, Ga. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The difference between profit and loss can sometimes boil down to understanding the balance sheets, tax codes and accounting. Nationally known expert Monty Walker will lead seminars in understanding business financial statements and transaction tax code at the Georgia Association of Business Brokers state-wide Fall Conference on October 2, 2009 in Atlanta.

Unified Communications Market Revenue to Top $87 Billion Over Five Years, says Insight Research Corp.
Mon, 21 Sep 2009, 13:53:11 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
BOONTON, N.J. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The enterprise market for unified communications (UC) is expected to generate nearly 87-billion in revenue worldwide over the next five years, according to a new market research study from The Insight Research Corporation. UC provides a solution that knits together the various access options currently being used to reach an individual including the conventional telephone network, Voice over IP (VoIP) calling, email, fax, instant messaging (IM) and conferencing using wireless and wireline media.

Announcing Wine Swirl, the Most Effective Patented Wine Aerator, Dramatically Improves Wine in Minutes
Mon, 21 Sep 2009, 06:29:57 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
PORTLAND, Ore. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Wine Swirl LLC announces release of the most effective patented method of wine aeration. Wine Swirl® provides breakthrough results to wine lovers through its innovative aeration method. Unlike wine aerators that use a single pour through a funnel, Wine Swirl's sustained aeration method is truly transformative and improves all red wine regardless of cost. More efficient than decanting, Wine Swirl aerates red wine in minutes.

Pitch Control TV - Mixtape DVD Vol. 3 in Stores September 29th!
Wed, 16 Sep 2009, 06:00:23 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
HOUSTON, Texas (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- From the 3rd Coast to the East Coast and now nestled back home in the South, Pitch Control TV Mixtape DVD series traveled to the East Coast to be recognized as a part of Country Rap Tunes: The 3rd Coast/Dirty South Film Festival held in Harlem, premiering PCTV's Mixtape DVD Volume III, which will be released and in stores Tuesday, September 29th.

Titan Lenders Corp Taps Janet Manning for Mortgage Lending Outsource Services Business Development
Tue, 15 Sep 2009, 20:16:34 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
DENVER, Colo. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Titan Lenders Corp (TLC) has added Janet Manning as vice president focused on business development for its back office and mortgage fulfillment services to mortgage bankers. Manning, a 25+ year mortgage lending veteran, was president of mortgage document preparation provider Tradewinds for 15 years, and served as a senior executive with a global outsource services provider until early this year.

CityMade Logistics to Sell, Market and Distribute Celox OTC Blood Clotting Products
Tue, 15 Sep 2009, 16:23:38 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
BUFFALO, N.Y. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- U.K. Medical products manufacturer MedTrade Products Ltd. has selected CityMade Logistics to manage the sales, marketing and distribution of Celox™ blood clotting products throughout the U.S. and Canada. The 10-year-old Buffalo-based company will provide these services through CityMade Logistics - CityMade's eCommerce, Fulfillment and Logistics division.

Combine Sports Drink Launch Delayed
Tue, 15 Sep 2009, 13:03:48 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
MIAMI, Fla. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Since August 2009, consumers have been waiting for the launch of Combine Sports Drink. There has been advertising and a lot of hype circulating in the sports industry, at all levels. Combine Drinks even appeared in the 2009 Official Hall Of Fame Yearbook.

LTCFP to Offer Seminars on Long-Term Care Options for USAA Members
Tue, 15 Sep 2009, 06:00:05 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
KIRKLAND, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Today, LTC Financial Partners LLC (LTCFP) announced an agreement with USAA to offer long-term care education and discounted policies to USAA's 7.2 million members. Through a series of 1,300 free seminars nationwide, LTCFP and USAA will highlight the critical need for long-term care insurance and present the various public and private financing options that are available.

Sharewell L.P. Successfully Transmits Electro-Magnetic MWD Data through the Highly Resistive Marble Falls Formation in the Barnett Shale
Mon, 14 Sep 2009, 13:42:00 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
HOUSTON, Texas (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Sharewell L.P. announced that it successfully drilled through the Marble Falls formation in the Barnett Shale in North Texas with its new Electromagnetic Telemetry (EM) MWD. The company's patented, proprietary EM-MWD system effectively transmitted data on a Barnett Shale horizontal well at a depth of 6,533 feet through 430 feet of the Marble Falls (Lower Pennsylvanian) formation, a high resistivity formation. The Sharewell EM technology decoded quality survey, tool face and gamma ray data at bottom and during connections.

DAVIDESIGNED Celebrates the 2009 Emmy Awards with 'Gifting'
Mon, 14 Sep 2009, 11:44:24 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- DAVIDESIGNED, Couture Designer, has decided to join in on the Emmy Awards festivities by offering up some 'gifting' himself! In celebration of their talents and the awards in recognition of them, David is offering an outfit to selected Emmy® category award winners (sorry, ladies only).

McMonigle Finance Outsources Back Office Operation with Titan Lenders Corp
Thu, 10 Sep 2009, 18:31:26 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
DENVER, Colo. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- McMonigle Finance, Inc., the wholesale lending arm of McMonigle Financial Group of Newport Beach, CA, has selected Titan Lenders Corp to provide back office mortgage services for its trust deed lending model. McMonigle Finance invests in first position trust deeds through its MFG Secured Income Fund I, LLC. Traditionally a highly fractionalized and subjective type of business, individual trust deed lending typically attracts a select group of high net worth individuals difficult to ascertain by mortgage brokers.

PJ's Named 'Preferred Coffee of the New Orleans Saints' - Sponsorship includes World's Largest Coffee Cups at the Dome
Thu, 10 Sep 2009, 17:48:13 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
NEW ORLEANS, La. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The next time you see the Louisiana Superdome, you may do a double-take at the two larger-than-life coffee cups outside of the world-famous arena. While the owners of PJ's Coffee of New Orleans would like this to serve as a subliminal message that you are craving coffee, it's really part of the company's sponsorship of the New Orleans Saints.

1st Advantage Mortgage, DocuTech, Del Mar DataTrac Named Mortgage Technology's Synergy Award Finalists
Thu, 10 Sep 2009, 14:39:11 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
SAN DIEGO, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- 1st Advantage Mortgage, DocuTech and Del Mar DataTrac (DMD) have been named Mortgage Technology magazine's Synergy Award finalists, recognizing 'technology initiatives and alliances that show exemplary interoperability in a production setting to advance the cause of automation and e-commerce,' according to DMD.

JimmyJazz.com Awarded 'Best In Class' eCommerce Site by Interactive Media Awards
Wed, 09 Sep 2009, 08:59:06 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
NEW YORK, N.Y. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The leading urban fashion retailer in the eastern United States, Jimmy Jazz, is now the proud recipient of an Interactive Media Award (IMA). The privately held company was awarded the 'Best In Class' prize for its new eCommerce / Lifestyle Web site, JimmyJazz.com.

Voices.com Grows by 534 percent, Ranks on the PROFIT HOT 50
Tue, 08 Sep 2009, 13:51:58 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
TORONTO, Canada (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Voices.com, one of North America's fastest growing Internet brands and digital media companies, is pleased to announce that in PROFIT Magazine's '10th Annual PROFIT HOT 50,' Voices.com has been recognized as Canada's #20 Emerging Growth Company.

TeamF1 Announces Support for Cavium Networks' ECONA Family of ARM-Based Energy Efficient System-on-Chip (SoC) Processors for the Digital Home
Tue, 08 Sep 2009, 08:05:00 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
FREMONT, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- TeamF1, Inc., the leader in embedded networking and security software solutions for wired and wireless applications, today announced that their SMBware™ family of customizable software solutions, including the Secure Gateway Solution (SGS) and Managed Access Point Solution (MAPS) will be supported on the ECONA CNS3XXX family of energy efficient processors for Digital Home applications from Cavium Networks (NASDAQ: CAVM), a leading provider of semiconductor products that enable intelligent processing applications.

Lion Technology says Cutting Environmental Training in a Down Economy May Be Costly
Thu, 03 Sep 2009, 14:21:55 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
LAFAYETTE, N.J. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Many employees have been forced to wear more than one hat because of corporate downsizing and restructuring. Sound familiar? As a result of this widespread trend, companies have assigned environmental compliance responsibilities to untrained people who are often overwhelmed and unprepared to handle their additional role. Lion Technology Director of Corporate Training, Scott Dunsmore, an acclaimed expert on environmental regulations, understands the dilemma. He stresses that, 'It is imperative for industry to keep up-to-date with changing regulations.'

New Orleans Roast Now Available at Rouses
Wed, 02 Sep 2009, 13:03:01 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
NEW ORLEANS, La. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- New Orleans Roast is pleased to announce that its entire line of gourmet coffees are now available for the first time in grocery stores. New Orleans Roast is proudly roasted by PJ's Coffee of New Orleans and is available exclusively at Rouses for a limited time. New Orleans Roast has been expanding its operations over the past 18 months with goals such as grocery store, office coffee and convenience store distribution.

Beauty Beverly Hills Introduces SUPRA Night Cream
Tue, 01 Sep 2009, 13:00:20 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Regal International, Inc., doing business as Beauty Beverly Hills, exclusive worldwide distributor of the EMK Placental anti-aging skin care product line, announces the launch of the Supra Night Cream(TM), a night time skin care recovery cream designed to combat aging skin while one sleeps. It is principally based on two new revolutionary ingredients that are on the scientific cutting edge of high performance skincare: Biotechnological Herbal Placental Extract and Carnosine.

Making the Bed is a Pain - Literally! CKI's New Bed MadeEZ Does the Heavy Lifting for You
Mon, 31 Aug 2009, 17:30:04 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Cadence Keen Innovations (CKI), a leading inventor and provider of sleep solutions, announces the introduction of Bed MadeEZ™, a new patent-pending device designed to effortlessly lift a mattress while changing linens. Bed MadeEZ utilizes a unique wedge-shaped, ergonomic design that easily inserts between the mattress and the box spring, creating an automatic lift as it slides in. The mattress then rests in a raised position, eliminating the need for repeated lifting as the linens are changed.

Kite Properties Opens New State of the Art Hotel
Mon, 31 Aug 2009, 13:59:39 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
OKEECHOBEE, Fla., Aug. 31 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Kite Properties, LLC announces the opening of the new Hampton Inn by Hilton located in Okeechobee, Florida on Florida SR 70 one half mile east of US 441. Developed by Kite Properties, LLC, a hotel development and investment comp any, the property is the second completed hospitality project in Florida and marks the continuation of the company's growth plan of developing more Hilton and Marriott Hotels.

Ballantine Corporation Releases Free Direct Marketing White Paper
Thu, 27 Aug 2009, 06:59:32 EDT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
WAYNE, N.J. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Ballantine Corporation, a family-owned direct mail company, announces the release of a free direct marketing tip sheet, also known as a white paper, that provides clear and insightful direct marketing how-to information that will positively influence any business's bottom line. The 50 tips offered in this direct marketing white paper are the result of interviewing a trusted network of 20 vendors.

The Handbook of Program Management
Tue, 25 Aug 2009, 18:52:50 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
ORLANDO, Fla. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- SEBA® Solutions Inc. announces that 'The Handbook of Program Management' (ISBN-13: 978-0071494724) has been added to the United States government Federal Acquisition Institute's (FAI) recommended reading list for all capstone courses in program and project management. The FAI establishes the necessary competencies, training, and experience requirements for program and project managers in civilian agencies to become certified to manage the acquisition-related aspects of projects.

Virtual Law Partners Welcomes Charulata Pagar, Adam Lin, Eda Tan, and Byron Rodriguez
Tue, 25 Aug 2009, 12:04:18 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
PALO ALTO, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Virtual Law Partners LLP (VLP) has announced that Charulata Pagar, Adam Lin, Eda Tan, and Byron Rodriguez have joined the firm. 'VLP is continuing to expand with top quality attorneys. Our newest lawyers further expand the firm's practice areas and also strengthen our Asia practice,' said RoseAnn Rotandaro, VLP's President and Co-Founder.

CASH-First LTCi Aligns with the Progression of Care (and Cost) of LTC
Tue, 25 Aug 2009, 07:59:37 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- GoldenCare USA and American Independent Marketing explain their new portfolio of long-term care products from United of Omaha Life Insurance Company, a Mutual of Omaha company, as providing benefits that coincide with the progression of care and costs normally occurring in a long term care scenario.

Nelson Tree Service, Inc. Appoints Donald L. Cox to Vice President
Mon, 24 Aug 2009, 16:13:32 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
STRONGSVILLE, Ohio (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Nelson Tree Service, Inc., Dayton, Ohio announces the appointment of Donald L. Cox to Vice President. Cox has over 27 years experience in the line clearance industry and began working for Nelson in 1991. Cox advanced to the position of General Foreman and in 2002 was promoted to Regional Manager in the Midwest, which includes operations on the properties of Ameren UE, CIPS, CILCO, IP as well as Duke Indiana and several other utilities and co-ops.

Nelson Tree Service, Inc. Appoints Robert Turner, Jr. to Vice President
Mon, 24 Aug 2009, 13:45:35 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
STRONGSVILLE, Ohio (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Nelson Tree Service, Inc., Dayton, Ohio announces the appointment of Robert 'Bob' Turner, Jr. to Vice President. Turner has over 32 years experience in the line clearance industry and began working for Nelson in 1998 as Supervisor in New Jersey.

North Plains Systems' TeleScope Recognized by KMWorld as One of the Year's 'Trend-Setting Products'
Mon, 24 Aug 2009, 08:59:27 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
TORONTO, Ontario (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- North Plains Systems Inc., the world's leading provider of digital asset management (DAM) and rich media asset management (MAM) software solutions, today announced that KMWorld has named North Plains' TeleScope™ as one of the magazine's 'Trend-Setting Products' of 2009. TeleScope was selected for its unique ability to help organizations create, manage, distribute, repurpose and monetize their digital assets.

Neal Renuart, CPA Joins BKHM, PA
Fri, 21 Aug 2009, 14:27:16 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
WINTER PARK, Fla. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Neal Renuart, CPA has joined BKHM, PA, as a Senior Audit Manager in the assurance services group. Prior to joining BKHM, Neal was the Corporate Controller of LGL Group, Inc. along with many years of 'Big 4' firm experience with a national accounting firm. He has worked with clients ranging from billion dollar companies to small, family owned businesses.

Vermont Post and Beam Shed Company Opens Burlington Retail Outlet
Fri, 21 Aug 2009, 07:00:26 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
JAMAICA, Vt. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Jamaica Cottage Shop, Inc. announced today that they have partnered with the newly developed company, Vermont Eco Cottage, in order to establish the most recent display/retail yard in Milton, Vermont. Established in 1995, Jamaica Cottage Shop (JCS) had been operating as a factory direct business, retailing its timber frame sheds solely in house, until two years ago when they partnered with Hoosick Valley Outdoor Products and opened second display yard in Hoosick Falls, New York.

Opportunities for Women to Buy or Sell Business, say Women Brokers
Thu, 20 Aug 2009, 16:49:25 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
ATLANTA, Ga., Aug. 20 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Opportunities abound for women who want to start or buy a business, say four veteran women business brokers, who talk about the economic, gender and professional challenges of buying and selling businesses at a monthly meeting of the Georgia Association of Business Brokers (GABB) Tuesday, August 25, 2009.

New Designs Featured by Local Vermont Post and Beam Shed Company
Thu, 20 Aug 2009, 15:51:44 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
JAMAICA, Vt., Aug. 20 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Jamaica Cottage Shop introduces five new designs. The Do it yourself step by step plans and pre-cut kits are designed for the novice carpenter. The privately held corporation has been building and designing garden sheds, outdoor storage shed kits and plans, showing you how to build a post and beam shed with rough sawn lumber, since 1995.

REMIS AMERICA, Energy Saving Products Utilized in New Hannaford Supermarket in Augusta, Maine
Wed, 19 Aug 2009, 19:05:07 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
ELKHART, Ind. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Leading the way in reducing energy consumption is in the works for the new 49,000-sqaure-foot LEED Platinum Certified Hannaford Supermarket in Augusta, Maine and REMIS AMERICA was sure to be a part of it. REMIS AMERICA installed 32 feet of Remiglas Ecosafe sliding glass covers on freezer bunker display cases which can reduce energy consumption up to a remarkable 55 percent over traditional open frozen food cases.

National Morning Talk Shows Face New Competition
Wed, 19 Aug 2009, 18:09:15 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
POMPANO BEACH, Fla. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- This fall American coffee cup tippers will be breaking new 'grounds' by changing their normal morning show routine - and tuning into the newly revamped 'The Balancing Act' - from Brandstar Entertainment. Women who want a fast-paced half-hour of news you can use, and endless entertainment will be looking to the Balancing Act for their daily dose of trends and tips - featuring advice from the country's leading experts.

Mortgage Banking Systems Releases ProClose Loan Closing Documents with Dynamic Signature Lines
Wed, 19 Aug 2009, 14:15:16 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
MCLEAN, Va. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Mortgage Banking Systems, Inc. (MBS), a leading mortgage closing software and technology company, is solving an industry-wide problem for lenders with the release of its most recent innovation to ProClose: Dynamic Signature Technology (DST). Until now, signature lines on mortgage closing documents have been fixed or static. The limitations were painful when signature requirements exceeded the space available, as in a Trust or Power of Attorney.

LTC Financial Partners (LTCFP) Makes Inc. Magazine '5000 Fastest-Growing' List Second Year in a Row
Wed, 19 Aug 2009, 06:01:09 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
KIRKLAND, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- As the economy struggles, LTC Financial Partners LLC (LTCFP) reports continued rapid growth. This month Inc. Magazine ranks LTCFP No. 1,970 among all companies, and No. 16 among insurance companies, in its annual ranking of the 5,000 fastest-growing companies in the nation. LTCFP made the Inc. 5000 list last year, 2008, as well. Among insurance companies, LTCFP is the fastest-growing one focusing exclusively on long term care insurance sales.

SecuGen and Valid Technologies Collaborate to Bring Biometrics to IBM Enterprise Computing Environments
Tue, 18 Aug 2009, 08:00:45 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
SANTA CLARA, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- SecuGen and Valid Technologies are pleased to announce a technology and marketing partnership to deliver strong user authentication solutions to IBM enterprise computing customers. As a result of this partnership, the Valid Technologies VSSA® Strong User Authentication solution will include support for SecuGen biometric matching technologies and the SecuGen Hamster family of biometric fingerprint readers.

'Wireshark Edition' Delivers 10Gbps Traffic Record and Replay - nPulse Networks extends PCAP Express Box Product Line
Mon, 17 Aug 2009, 17:45:01 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- nPulse Network Systems, LLC, a leading developer of 10Gbps network sensors for monitoring, forensics and security applications, has announced the 'Wireshark Edition' of its popular PCAP Express Box appliance. Wireshark is the world's most widely-used network protocol analyzer and a reference standard in companies and institutions worldwide.

Statistics Suggest a Less than Stable Real Estate Market
Mon, 17 Aug 2009, 13:06:19 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
NEW YORK, N.Y. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- ForeclosureListings.com provides statistics regarding the most recent foreclosure and real estate prices throughout the United States. Just as the signals about the state of the economy seem to be mixed, the fluctuations in the real estate market do not seem to follow a set pattern either.

Summary of Business, Entertainment and Tech News from the Send2Press Wire Service for Week Ending 08.14.09
Mon, 17 Aug 2009, 11:30:30 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
LOS ANGELES, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The weekly round-up of top stories from the Send2Press(R) Wire Service, for the week ending Friday, August 14, includes news announcements from companies including: Affinity Healthcare LLC, DepthPR, Easeus Software, ENow Inc., ForeclosureDeals, James Allen Jewelers, mXpo, LRM Industries International Inc., The LTC Guild, LTC Financial Partners LLC, Narconon, Neotrope, Renaissance Surgical Arts, TIC Interests LP, Titan Lenders Corp, and Write and Remember.

Mortgage Technology Magazine Lists Titan Lenders Corp as Top 50 Service Provider for Mortgage Lenders
Fri, 14 Aug 2009, 19:13:46 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
DENVER, Colo. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Titan Lenders Corp, an outsource services provider for mortgage lenders and their warehouse line providers has been named a 2009 Top 50 Service Provider by Mortgage Technology magazine. Titan Lenders Corp is one of a specialized few providers of mortgage back office fulfillment services.

MortgageBoard.com Selects mXpo.net 2009 Trade Show for Mortgage Professionals' Virtual Job Fair Venue
Fri, 14 Aug 2009, 17:41:30 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
AVENTURA, Fla. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- MortgageBoard.com, the mortgage professionals' career website and Internet employment information resource for job seekers, employers and recruiters will conduct a virtual job fair on October 7 - 8 at mXpo.net 2009, the mortgage industry-sponsored virtual trade show, conference and educational content platform flagship event.

Retraction: CareerPerfect.com Alliance with Career-Network.com for Resume Writing
Fri, 14 Aug 2009, 15:58:21 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
BELLINGHAM, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Today, CareerPerfect.com has retracted their announcement of August 10th, in which CareerPerfect stated it would launch an alliance with Career-Network to provide resume writing services to Career-Network users. As of Thursday, August, 13, 2009, CareerPerfect terminated its relationship with Career-Network, so no such strategic alliance currently exists.

Renaissance Surgical Arts at Newport Harbor Names Christine Joseph, RN, as Clinical Administrator
Fri, 14 Aug 2009, 14:45:50 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
COSTA MESA, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Renaissance Surgical Arts at Newport Harbor, a new multi- specialty outpatient surgery center committed to advancing surgical technologies and patient care available in South Orange County, has named Christine C. Joseph as clinical administrator.

Affinity Healthcare LLC Announces New Physicians
Thu, 13 Aug 2009, 14:08:43 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
BUFFALO GROVE, Ill. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Affinity Healthcare LLC, a multi-specialty medical group practice with northwest Chicago suburban offices located in Arlington Heights and Buffalo Grove, IL, is pleased to announce the addition of four physicians to the practice: Michael J. Hersh, MD, Gastroenterology; Maria L. Savitt, MD, Internal Medicine; Mark J. Stefaniuk, MD, Family Practice; and Heidi Wehlus, MD, Internal Medicine.

LRM Industries Introduces HydroDome, the Next BIG Thing in Stormwater Management BMPs
Thu, 13 Aug 2009, 06:01:43 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
ROCKLEDGE, Fla. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- LRM Industries International, Inc. headquartered in Rockledge, Florida, announces the introduction of the game-changing HydroDome™ family of stormwater chambers. LRM will show HydroDome for first time from August 18th through the 20th at StormCon®, the annual stormwater conference to be held this year at the Marriott in Anaheim, California.

Entertainment Publisher Neotrope Make Their First Appearance on the Inc. 5000
Wed, 12 Aug 2009, 15:00:00 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
TORRANCE, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Neotrope®, a leading brand identity, content publisher, public relations, SEO, and entertainment technology company, today announced its first appearance on Inc. Magazine's Inc. 5000 list, which ranks the top 5,000 fastest-growing private U.S. companies. Between 2005 and 2008, Neotrope achieved a modest 22.5 percent growth rate with less than 5 full-time employees. Neotrope's 2009 Inc. 5000 ranking further enhances the company's long standing reputation for excellence and customer service.

Write and Remember Releases Note Cards that Express Founding Fathers' Beliefs about Limited Government
Wed, 12 Aug 2009, 07:01:12 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
BEDFORD, Va. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Write and Remember (W & R), an innovative company dedicated to educating Americans about historical truths long removed from the public arena, today announced the availability of the first in a series of unique note cards with the following theme - 'The Founding Fathers and Limited Government.' W & R will be releasing note cards and other items demonstrating that America's history is different from what is taught in public schools and universities.

Bed Bug Epidemic Spawns New Business in New York City
Wed, 05 Aug 2009, 17:35:47 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
NEW YORK, N.Y. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- New Bed Bug Busters NY service helps tenants prepare for treatment by exterminators. With the bed bug epidemic which has hit New York City, even within the most upscale buildings, exterminators are busier than ever. Exterminators hand residents very complicated instructions on how to prepare their apartments for treatment, which can be overwhelming to the tenant.

PivotPro Launches World's First Patented Golf Pivot-Training Aid
Wed, 05 Aug 2009, 07:00:10 EDT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- PivotPro announces the launch of a brand new product - the PivotPro - scheduled to make its debut at the Las Vegas PGA Fall Expo on September 1, 2009. While some golfers may not know it, the pivot is the engine that drives the golf swing. And, with an incorrect pivot comes a poor swing.

M2SYS Biometric Software Solution Selected by GHG Corporation
Tue, 04 Aug 2009, 07:59:11 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
ATLANTA, Ga. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- M2SYS Technology, an award-winning biometric technology research and development firm, announced today that GHG Corporation, an innovative time tracking software provider, has chosen to provide their customers with M2SYS' Bio-SnapON™ biometric software solution.

Training Company Makes Sense of Complex Hazardous Waste Regulations
Mon, 03 Aug 2009, 19:32:09 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
LAFAYETTE, N.J. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Lion Technology Inc., a nationally renowned regulatory compliance training firm, will present its three-day workshops on Federal and Texas-specific industrial and hazardous waste management. Workshops will be held in Houston, TX on August 19-21 and in Dallas, TX on August 24-26, 2009.

Global Access Launches Easy to Use Photo Book Site
Mon, 03 Aug 2009, 18:40:34 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
OREM, Utah (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Global Access, a worldwide technology provider, announced the launch of My Memories Cafe. This easy to use site allows people to choose from different themes and templates to create photo books, photo prints, posters, mugs, t-shirts, calendars, puzzles, mural tiles, and much more. The products are then produced by a network of quality suppliers across the country and shipped to the customer.

California Universal Waste Rules Continue to Change
Mon, 03 Aug 2009, 17:53:27 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
LAFAYETTE, N.J. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Lion Technology Inc., a nationally renowned regulatory compliance training firm, will present several two-day Hazardous Waste in California Workshops during the month of September. This course is designed for industries that must assure compliance with California's hazardous waste regulations. Workshops will be held in San Diego on September 14-15; Los Angeles on September 17-18; Bakersfield on September 21-22; and Oakland on September 24-25, 2009.

NW Chicago Suburban Affinity Healthcare LLC Opens New Medical Office Building
Mon, 03 Aug 2009, 16:40:36 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
BUFFALO GROVE, Ill. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Affinity Healthcare LLC, a multi-specialty medical group practice, with northwest Chicago suburban offices located in Arlington Heights and Buffalo Grove, IL, began seeing patients today at its newly constructed 64,860 square foot medical office building, situated on 6.3 acres at 1450 Busch Parkway, Buffalo Grove, IL., within The Corporate Grove business park.

Kids Learn the Art of Magic, Star in YouTube Video
Mon, 03 Aug 2009, 12:27:14 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
SEATTLE, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Families are invited to 'Magic Tricks and Secrets Live,' a combination magic workshop, DVD release party, and a chance for kids to star in their own magic video on Tuesday, August 11 at 7 p.m. at the King County Library System Service Center. Admission is free; 'Living Room Magic' DVDs are available for purchase. Kids learn magic with rubber bands, paperclips, playing cards, and more. All props and hands-on instruction are provided.

Free Backup Software to Secure Your System and Data with One Click Backup and Restore
Mon, 03 Aug 2009, 11:45:38 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
NEW YORK, N.Y. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EASEUS wins a lot of users' applause with its EASEUS Partition Master and Data Recovery Wizard, and now enters the backup field with its newly developed free backup software: EASEUS Todo Backup 1.0, which is especially designed for system state backup and system disaster restore. The release of this free backup software, EASEUS Todo Backup 1.0, aims to provide a quick and safe solution for system and data.

A Sharp Alternative to Healthcare TVs
Thu, 30 Jul 2009, 14:51:47 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
ELKHART, Ind. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Paradigm Multimedia has introduced their next-generation healthcare interface with ProTune Technology - the HC20. This product, designed for patient in-room television entertainment systems, is about the size of a deck of cards and will radically change the way healthcare TVs are purchased. Paradigm Multimedia and DEHCO Commercial have recently teamed up and are changing the rules for healthcare TVs.

Popular File Management Tool on Download.com - Four and a Half Stars in CNET Editors Rating
Wed, 29 Jul 2009, 10:35:48 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
NEW YORK, N.Y. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A plucky little piece of freeware that packs a subtle punch and partitions hard drives like a reigning champ, has been positively reviewed by the editor from Download.com. EASEUS Partition Master Home Edition topped No. 1 in the 'More popular File Management Downloads' on Download.com and rated Four and a Half Stars in CNET editors rating and Four Stars for average users rating.

Wealthy Taste Launches Online High-end Directory to Protect Businesses and Consumers
Tue, 28 Jul 2009, 07:00:56 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
PALM HARBOR, Fla. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- This summer Wealthy Taste Inc. launches its high-end online directory of products and services with the goal of protecting businesses and consumers. 'Deep inside, people want the very best from life and most are willing to spend extra to purchase that Louis Vuitton bag or wait to get a table at The Tavern On The Green. They make the sacrifice willingly, knowing they will be rewarded with an excellent product or service,' states Willie Garcia, CEO and President.

Innovention Lab Pulls Back the Curtain on Amazon's Sales Rank with Metric Junkie
Tue, 28 Jul 2009, 05:59:34 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
CARY, N.C. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Innovention Lab, Inc. releases Metric Junkie, a free Web service designed to help independent authors and musicians better visualize their Amazon Sales Rank through automated tracking and graphing services. Thinking of writing your own book or publishing your own song? Print on Demand services have made self-publishing an attainable goal for millions of people. But once your book or CD is out, how do you know if your marketing efforts are paying off?

1998 Camry is Now a Prize Possession
Fri, 24 Jul 2009, 14:48:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
NORTH BRUNSWICK, N.J. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Attending this year's Italian American Social Club of North Brunswick summer festival proved more than just a fun day in the park for one Kendall Park resident. At the conclusion of the five-day festival, Cathy Reed was selected from more than 2,000 entries as the winner of a classic Toyota Camry. The prize, an immaculate 1998 Toyota Camry LE with a well-maintained 126,000 miles was donated for the event by DCH Brunswick Toyota/Scion.

Sex Appeal Magazine Announces its Launch and Challenge of the Definition of Sex Appeal
Fri, 24 Jul 2009, 12:27:28 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
DETROIT, Mich. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Sex Appeal Magazine announces its official launch on August 1st, 2009, at a promotional event with The Official Ed Hardy Runway Show. The event will kick off at Clutch Cargos in Pontiac, Michigan, and will feature the fashion show and live entertainment. The event is from 9 p.m. until 2 a.m.

The Scuby Group Announces the Next Generation of Visual Web Advertising
Fri, 24 Jul 2009, 07:00:08 EDT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
ORLANDO, Fla. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Scubys is the most unique visual advertiser on the Web. Clients set their price and visitors to the site can quickly locate a business, service or product with the simple click of a mouse. What makes the Scubys.com site truly unique is its beautiful images and mapping. Users can literally cruise America with their favorite Internet-connected device.

New Micro Blogging Web Site Rivals Twitter and Facebook - Share Tips with TipDrop
Thu, 23 Jul 2009, 15:56:41 EDT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
DALLAS, Texas (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- TipDrop is a place where people come to give and receive tips on just about anything. In fact, in its first five days the site has had 1,000,000 page views and more than 3,000 tips. Do you want tips on the best new digital camera to buy? Need tips on how to drive traffic to your Web site? Check out TipDrop.

DAVIDESIGNED Begins Accepting Appointments for New Customers
Thu, 23 Jul 2009, 12:30:17 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
LOS ANGELES, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- DAVIDESIGNED, Couture Designer has recently completed renovations on his new workspace to allow for completely private consultations with new customers; particularly those needing to avoid the 'public eye,' such as celebrities, political dynamos and high caliber businesswomen. The new addition to his quarters in Beverly Hills, California, makes it possible to afford customers his trademark Exclusive Prive' service while avoiding the common hassles of the usual commercial building atelier.

PC Magazine's 2009 Windows Utility Guide: EASEUS Partition Master is Top Disk Utility
Wed, 22 Jul 2009, 11:55:27 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
NEW YORK, N.Y. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Recently, PC Magazine, the famous and authoritative technology magazine, released its highly recommended 2009 Windows Utility for users - 2009 Windows Utility Guide on its site; and EASEUS Partition Master, the comprehensive hard disk partition tool and system optimization software for Windows-based administration, topped the list of recommended Disk Utilities.

LifeSpan Treadmill Awarded BEST TREADMILL by Health Magazine
Tue, 21 Jul 2009, 15:09:24 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Health Magazine awarded the LifeSpan TR4000i treadmill Best Treadmill for its innovative features; most notably its ability to save exercise data and transfer results to a personal online health and fitness management account to track progress. The LifeSpan TR4000i treadmill, made by PCE Health and Fitness, was rated #1 over all other treadmills, as judged by experts from Health magazine. The Best Treadmill award is part of Health magazine's annual America's Healthiest Fitness Awards.

Private Tea Party Highlights Rare Jade at the Royal Hawaiian, Waikiki, Honolulu Hawaii
Tue, 21 Jul 2009, 13:52:47 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
HONOLULU, Hawaii (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Royal Hawaiian Hotel in Waikiki, Honolulu hosts a unique Private Tea Party in which rare exquisite jade will be on display. The date is July 24, from 2 to 6 p.m., and the location is Cina Cina, the premier fine gift shop at the Royal Hawaiian, right off the main lobby. The Tea Party is sponsored by Jade Gallery Hawaii and its owner, Ruby Zhou - one of the leading experts in fine jade in the Islands.

Brain Grenade Entertainment Announces the Release of D.a. Thompson's CD 'Disclaimer' and Seattle Release Party on August 18th, 2009
Tue, 21 Jul 2009, 12:25:16 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
SEATTLE, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Brain Grenade Entertainment (BGE) proudly announces the release date and CD Release Party for D.a. Thompson's new extended play album titled 'Disclaimer' on Tuesday, August 18th, 2009 at Galerias in Seattle, Washington. The first single off of D.a. Thompson's EP is entitled, 'Just you and me.'

Creative Imaging Group opens its doors in the Beverly, Massachusetts Cummings Center
Tue, 21 Jul 2009, 08:59:00 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
BEVERLY, Mass. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Creative Imaging Group opened its new shop in the Beverly, Massachusetts Cummings Center in June bringing over 20 years of photographic processing and imaging experience as the former Short Stop Photo. Creative Imaging Group provides photo and digital imaging services and enhanced products including high-quality photo finishing, graphic design, photo restoration, photo and slide scanning, enlargements, photography services, fine art replication, giclee printing and custom framing to the greater New England area.

LRM Industries Invents Twin Sheet Direct Thermoforming
Tue, 21 Jul 2009, 06:29:51 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
ROCKLEDGE, Fla. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- LRM Industries International, Inc., headquartered in Rockledge, Florida, announces the invention of TSD Twin Sheet Direct™; a new innovative production process, extending the product value of its patent-pending STF Sheetless ThermoForming™ technology, which was invented and commercialized by LRM in 2007.

Community Banks Accelerate Residential Real Estate Recovery by Offering Mortgage Warehouse Lending to Local Mortgage Bankers
Mon, 20 Jul 2009, 17:45:43 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
DENVER, Colo. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Community banks that add mortgage warehouse lending to their commercial lending services not only make it possible for local mortgage businesses to operate, but they also play a role in stimulating local economies by energizing real estate markets, according to Titan Lenders Corp, an outsource services provider for mortgage lenders and their warehouse line providers.

Van Dorn Gourmets Introduces New Line of Gourmet Specialty Items
Mon, 20 Jul 2009, 11:53:51 EDT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
BURBANK, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- After shopping at numerous farmers' markets and frequenting food shows, Brian Van Dorn, owner of Van Dorn Gourmets, realized that he could come up with better and more creative spice blends, rubs, dip mixes and more. As a result, he started crafting a line of handmade goods and recently launched VanDornGourmets.com.

Consumer Guide Parent Denied New Trial, Ordered to Pay $5.6 Million
Mon, 20 Jul 2009, 07:00:37 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
CHICAGO, Ill. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- On May 28th, 2009, Judge Joan B. Gottschall of the Northern District of Illinois, Eastern Division declined to order a new trial or to reverse a $5.6 million jury verdict against Publications International of Lincolnwood, Ill. (PIL), the parent company of Consumer Guide, on a breach of contract claim brought by The Smart Marketing Group of Los Angeles, Calif. (SMG).

KICTeam Announces the Canon CR-Series Check Transport Cleaning Tool Software
Fri, 17 Jul 2009, 16:36:32 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
AUBURN, Maine (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- KICTeam, the industry leader in the manufacturing of cleaning cards, today introduced the Canon CR-Series Check Transport Cleaning Tool Software to be used in conjunction with their Waffletechnology Cleaning Card. In an effort to help increase efficiency and lower maintenance costs, this new software allows for a more efficient and streamlined cleaning process, resulting in less down time and a better quality of overall maintenance.

Central South Distribution, Inc. Makes Historical Merger with Lataillade Entertainment and Ruff Town Entertainment Group
Wed, 15 Jul 2009, 12:40:25 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
NEW YORK, N.Y. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Central South Distribution, Inc., which has been the number one independent faith based record distributor in the world for the past decade, has formed a partnership with Lataillade Entertainment, headed by contemporary gospel label / publishing / marketing guru Vicki Mack-Lataillade and her husband, Claude Lataillade, and Grammy® nominated songwriter producer Rene Moore, head of Ruff Town Entertainment Group. The multi-million dollar stock purchase marks the first time in history that African Americans will have a principal stake and partnership in a major contemporary music distribution company.

SecuGen Delivers New OptiMouse Plus Fingerprint Reader
Wed, 15 Jul 2009, 11:20:13 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
SANTA CLARA, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- SecuGen, the world's leading vendor of optical fingerprint readers, is pleased to announce that it has released the OptiMouse™ Plus, an upgraded version of the world's first combination fingerprint reader and optical mouse. Like all of SecuGen's fingerprint readers, the OptiMouse Plus is very rugged, accurate, and affordable.

Interim HealthCare of the Eastern Carolinas Takes Home Three Awards at the 37th Annual Association for Home and Hospice Care Convention
Tue, 14 Jul 2009, 13:42:48 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
SUNRISE, Fla. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Interim HealthCare Inc., the nation's largest provider of home care and supplemental health care staffing services, is pleased to recognize Interim HealthCare of the Eastern Carolinas for their 25 years of service and their three local caregivers who received awards at the 37th Annual Association for Home and Hospice Care convention in Durham, North Carolina: Clayton Rich of Garland; Jennifer Jones of Pink Hill, and Melissa Britt of Orrum.

Announcing formation of Bio Jet Fuel World Industry Trade Group - World Biojet Alliance
Tue, 14 Jul 2009, 12:56:19 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Mitch Hawkins, CEO of JatrophaBioJet Corporation announced today founding of the World Biojet Alliance, a worldwide industry non-profit trade group to serve the needs of the rapidly forming Bio Jet Fuel sector. Mr. Hawkins, who will serve as Chairman of the Board of Governors, stated 'The World Biojet Alliance will be an independent and impartial global organization founded to promote, conduct research, coordinate communications and provide innovative solutions for advanced biofuels used in aviation.'

Real Estate Experts Say Residential and Commercial Foreclosures Will Continue to Rise
Tue, 14 Jul 2009, 11:53:54 EDT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
NEW YORK, N.Y. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- According to the real estate experts at ForeclosureDeals.com, foreclosed properties will continue to dominate the real estate marketplace in many regions. Recent reports have been released that support this prediction. For example, in Utah's Washington County, the region's foreclosure rate remains higher than the national average.

Renaissance Surgical Arts at Newport Harbor Names Dr. Michael Sundine to the Board
Thu, 09 Jul 2009, 17:30:35 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
COSTA MESA, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Renaissance Surgical Arts at Newport Harbor, a new cutting edge outpatient surgical facility located within the Pacific Medical Plaza building at 1640 Newport Blvd, has named Michael J. Sundine, M.D., F.A.C.S., as its physician representative to the Board of Directors. Dr. Sundine is a board certified plastic surgeon based in Newport Beach, Calif.

Survey Shows Support for Obama Economic Plans, says Foreclosure1
Thu, 09 Jul 2009, 15:13:34 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
NEW YORK, N.Y. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A study conducted by Foreclosure1 of its users shows support for Obama's economic proposals, particularly those geared towards homeowners. When President Obama took office in January 2009, one of his first actions was to begin assembling an economic stimulus plan that would help revive the U.S. economy. The bill passed, although its $787 billion price tag caused some controversy, particularly among Republicans.

Patent Awarded for Waffletechnology Cleaning Cards to KICTeam
Wed, 08 Jul 2009, 16:48:48 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
AUBURN, Maine (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A patent has been issued for a unique feature of KICTeam's Waffletechnology cleaning cards, adding a level of protection to a growing cleaning card market. 'We have been pursuing this patent since the early stages of Waffletechnology development and are pleased to have received the first of what we anticipate will be multiple patents,' said Peter Klein, President and CEO at KICTeam, Inc.

LRM Industries, LLC Acquired and Recapitalized as LRM Industries International, Inc.
Wed, 08 Jul 2009, 06:29:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
ROCKLEDGE, Fla. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The former LRM Industries, LLC, headquartered in Rockledge, Florida, has been acquired from NOVA Chemicals Inc. and Envirokare Tech, Inc., which have owned the company as a joint venture since 2005. A group of investors led by Zesiger Capital Group LLC funded the transaction that resulted in the recapitalization of the former company into LRM Industries International, Inc.

ACS Technologies Selects M2SYS for Innovative Biometric Software
Tue, 07 Jul 2009, 08:29:19 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
ATLANTA, Ga. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- M2SYS Technology, an award-winning biometric technology research and development firm, announced today that it has finalized an agreement with ACS Technologies, the leading provider of information management solutions to nearly 50,000 churches, schools, and other faith-based organizations.

CustomXM (Custom Printing Company, Inc.) Becomes First in State to Offer Dimensional Printing
Mon, 06 Jul 2009, 18:11:32 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- CustomXM, a central Arkansas marketing services provider, recently added the Kodak Dimensional Printing capability to its Nexpress 3000 Digital Production Color Press. CustomXM is currently the only provider of these services in the state of Arkansas

Momentum Transport Makes the Grade with Better Business Bureau
Mon, 06 Jul 2009, 17:40:15 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
HOUSTON, Texas (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Momentum Transport, the nation's premier auto and freight transport provider, recently earned the Better Business Bureau's highest ranking possible - receiving a grade of A+. After a recent change in the BBB grading system (replacing grades of 'satisfactory' or 'unsatisfactory' with grades ranging from A+ to F), Momentum received an upgrade from its prior rating of 'satisfactory.'

Pole-Wrap Launches Two New Products to Enhance a Home's Beauty
Mon, 29 Jun 2009, 09:00:08 EDT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
TROY, Mich. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- After years of success with the Pole-Wrap, a product that transforms unsightly basement poles into attractive interior decor, Pole-Wrap, Inc. has added two new products - the Pole-Wrap Drink Shelf and the Pole-Wrap Extension. Both items will be available for purchase after July 1.

MMDI Announces Agreement with Novation to Supply the Rebound HRD
Mon, 29 Jun 2009, 08:00:45 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Minnesota Medical Development, Inc. (MMDI) today announced that it has been awarded an agreement under Novation's 'New Medical Technology' program to supply its Rebound HRD and Rebound HRD V (hernia repair devices) to their alliance members, which includes: acute hospitals and systems, academic medical centers and ambulatory care facilities. The Rebound HRD® and HRD V are intended to assist in the repair and/or reinforcement of hernia or other soft tissue defects where weakness exists.

Bookbinder's Soups and Seasonings Division Acquired by Pennsylvania Corporation
Fri, 26 Jun 2009, 11:59:40 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
PHILADELPHIA, Pa. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Bookbinder Specialties, a Pennsylvania company, acquired the Bookbinder's Soup and Seasonings Division from the Stephens' Original Foods Company of Huntingdon Valley, PA, on June 23, 2009. The soups and seasonings are based on favorite recipes from the Old Original Bookbinder's restaurant, established in 1865 in Philadelphia's historic Old City.

Effective Hazardous Waste Training Reduces Liability and Fines
Thu, 25 Jun 2009, 13:35:53 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
LAFAYETTE, N.J. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Lion Technology Inc., a nationally renowned regulatory compliance training firm, will present several two-day workshops on hazardous waste management in the region next month. Workshops will be held in Williamsburg, VA on July 9-10; Charlotte, NC on July 13-14; Atlanta, GA on July 16-17; Orlando, FL on July 20-21; and Birmingham, AL on July 23-24.

Virtual Law Partners Welcomes David Lawson, Janyce Mitchell, David Roise, and Stephen Sullivan
Wed, 24 Jun 2009, 18:47:56 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
PALO ALTO, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Virtual Law Partners LLP (VLP) has announced that David Lawson, Janyce Mitchell, David Roise, and Stephen Sullivan have joined the firm as Partners. 'VLP's newest partners further expand the firm's practice in Commercial Lending and Intellectual Property. VLP is strengthening as well as broadening our range of legal representation for corporate clients,' said RoseAnn Rotandaro, VLP's President and Co-Founder.

Pursol Signs Major Manufacturing Agreements with Fort Peck Tribes
Wed, 24 Jun 2009, 17:28:15 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
SAN DIEGO, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Pursol Solar Systems today announces the signing of an agreement with the Fort Peck Indian Tribes of Poplar, Montana for the development of its solar manufacturing plant in its Reservation. The agreements would create 350 jobs for the local community. Expected gross revenue from the solar manufacturing plant will exceed $200 M annually and will provide a boost to the local economy. At full capacity, the plant will generate 100 MW of solar panels providing much needed supply to the Pursol Solar team.

Potential Silver Bullet for Swine Flu and Most Common Infections Using Green Technology Patented in U.S. and Mexico
Wed, 24 Jun 2009, 13:48:07 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Argentech, Inc. today announced that it reached agreement with Invision International Health Solutions, Inc., to purchase the rights to Opti-Silver, a patented antibacterial and antiviral technology that utilizes ionic silver in a unique complex for optimal delivery in the human body. The complex was granted broad patent protection in the U.S. and, recently, in Mexico as well. It also has patent protection overseas.

Abundant Biofuels Corporation Offers Low-Cost, Long-Term Contracts to Supply Jatropha Oil to U.S. Refiners with Under-Capacity Production Problems
Wed, 24 Jun 2009, 13:12:30 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
MONTEREY, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Dr. Charles Fishel, Chairman of Abundant Biofuels Corporation, noted that 'There are about 100 biodiesel refineries operating below capacity and another 47 idle refineries in the United States, alone.' To help solve this problem, Abundant Biofuels provides standardized long-term contracts (5- or 10-years) in multiples of 50,000 barrels (2,100,000 gallons) of jatropha oil. Financing is available.

Regulatory Compliance Training: U.S. DOT Cracking Down on Undeclared Hazmat Shipments
Tue, 23 Jun 2009, 14:25:59 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
LAFAYETTE, N.J. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Lion Technology, the nation's leader in regulatory compliance training, is presenting a unique four-day training series on the DOT, IATA, and IMDG regulations. On day one and two, Lion will cover the DOT rules during the 'Hazardous Materials Transportation Certification' workshop; day three will focus on 'Shipping Hazardous Materials by Air' - and day four will focus on 'Shipping Hazardous Materials by Vessel.'

M2SYS Technology to Offer Desktop Biometric Technology to Kronos Customers
Tue, 23 Jun 2009, 10:58:45 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
ATLANTA, Ga. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- M2SYS Technology, an award-winning biometric technology research and development firm, announced today that Kronos Incorporated, the global leader in workforce management solutions, has chosen M2SYS to provide its customers with a desktop biometrics solution that seamlessly interfaces with Kronos time and attendance applications. M2SYS' Bio-SnapON™ biometric software supports fingerprint and finger vein identification, enabling Kronos customers to record employee time data with a single finger scan.

Lower Back Pain is Targeted by LifeModeler, Inc. with Newly Released Software
Tue, 23 Jun 2009, 08:59:31 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
SAN CLEMENTE, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- LifeModeler, Inc., the leading global provider of biomechanical human body simulation tools and services, has released LumbarSIM™, a new product that adds to its family of unique 'virtual prototyping' software. This latest innovation directly addresses the needs of orthopedic device manufacturers and surgeons seeking ways to respond to the growing numbers of patients experiencing lower back pain.

Syntec Optics Gains ISO 9001:2000 Certification
Tue, 23 Jun 2009, 07:59:20 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
PAVILION, N.Y. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Syntec Optics, the largest independent manufacturer of custom polymer optics in North America, has been certified to be in compliance with ISO 9001:2000. The certification audit was conducted by the Bureau Veritas Group. This recognition of Syntec's quality management system reinforces the company's credentials as a high precision manufacturer of injection molded polymer optics and opto-electronic assemblies. Syntec Optics integrates all steps of the process.

Foreclosure and Mortgage Rate News Shows Little Hope the Housing Crisis is Nearing an End
Mon, 22 Jun 2009, 13:30:00 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
NEW YORK, N.Y. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- According to ForeclosureWarehouse, reports in the media have focused largely on small improvements in the real estate market in order to restore confidence to prospective home buyers. However, careful analysis of the data suggests the sluggish market and reduced home prices are not going anywhere any time soon.

Organization Offers 'Diversity Training in a Box' for Tough Economic Times
Fri, 19 Jun 2009, 07:00:21 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
MOUNT LAUREL, N.J. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Should companies still undertake diversity training in tough economic times? According to Robin Parker, Executive Director of the Beyond Diversity Resource Center, the answer is 'Yes, and more so.' Parker says that layoffs and company downsizing create job stress and greater cultural conflicts. 'Diversity training is especially critical in tough economic times,' said Parker.

Narconon Gulf Coast Announces 300th Graduate from Drug Rehabilitation Program
Fri, 19 Jun 2009, 06:00:07 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
DESTIN, Fla. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Narconon® Gulf Coast, a world-class substance abuse residential drug rehabilitation facility located in Destin, Florida, announces the graduation of its 300th student. Narconon Gulf Coast was founded by Randy and Deborah (Debbie) Ross after undergoing multiple unsuccessful attempts with other rehabilitation centers trying to help their own son.

CityMade Logistics, a Division of CityMade, Inc., Recently Secured a Contract with ThirstMonger to Provide Direct-to-Consumer Order Fulfillment Services
Wed, 10 Jun 2009, 19:14:50 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
BUFFALO, N.Y. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- ThirstMonger is a division of GTG Beverages, a subsidiary of Pittsburgh-based ABARTA. ABARTA operates multiple Coca-Cola(R) beverage companies which includes the Coca-Cola Bottling Company of Buffalo and is ranked as the 8th largest bottler of Coca-Cola in the United States. CityMade will warehouse, inventory and store ThirstMonger products in its Buffalo-based warehouse and will process, pack and ship orders directly to customers.

Mather Aviation Opens New Maintenance Facility in Van Nuys Despite Economic Downturn
Wed, 03 Jun 2009, 17:49:39 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
VAN NUYS, Calif., June 3 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- In spite of the economy's effect on General and Business Aviation, Mather Aviation opened a new facility in Van Nuys, California (KVNY) on June 1, 2009, Mather Aviation announced today. This facility is Mather Aviation's first location in Southern California and brings the total number of locations to four.

Oregon Floral Farms Continues to Grow in More Ways than One
Fri, 29 May 2009, 15:18:58 EDT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
OREGON CITY, Ore., May 29 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- This year, Oregon Floral Farms celebrates its tenth year of supplying custom and creatively hand-tied organic floral bouquets to customers throughout the region. And, as they continue to grow flowers, so does their business grow. While their hand-tied organic floral bouquets have received much attention over the past 10 years, they have evolved into a supplier of conventional/mainstream and hand-tied bouquets as well.

At the Forefront of the Publishing Market, Hachette Book Group Adopts North Plains' TeleScope Publishing Platform
Fri, 29 May 2009, 12:00:05 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
TORONTO, Canada and NEW YORK, N.Y., May 29 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- North Plains Systems, Inc., the leading provider of digital asset management (DAM) and publishing solutions, today announced that Hachette Book Group (HBG) will implement North Plains' revolutionary TeleScope Publishing Platform(TM) (TPP). The new agreement will provide HBG with an unprecedented ability to manage their entire asset lifecycle from editorial, typesetting, eBook creation, promotion through to the distribution and monetization of their books.

Visual Evidence / E-Discovery LLC Hires Regional Account Manager for Pittsburgh Area
Mon, 18 May 2009, 14:51:01 EDT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
CLEVELAND, Ohio, May 18 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Visual Evidence / E-Discovery LLC, headquartered in Cleveland announces a new hire - Anne S. Peterson, Esq. She joins the company as the new Regional Account Manager for Pittsburgh and its surrounding areas. 'Anne's combined expertise in the areas of law and electronic discovery makes her a valuable addition to our Visual Evidence team,' David W. Porter, a principal at Visual Evidence, says.

Acclaimed SoHo and TriBeCa Initiatives Welcome NoHo/Bowery: Privately Funded Organization Adds New District to its Program
Wed, 13 May 2009, 18:17:23 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
NEW YORK, N.Y., May 13 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Association for Community Employment for the Homeless (A.C.E.), and its neighborhood initiatives, the SoHo and TriBeCa Partnerships, will extend to include NoHo/Bowery into its non-profit foundation to aid the homeless and keep lower Manhattan clean and green! The NoHo/Bowery Partnership will officially begin May 15, 2009.

Exponential Growth Appoints Chuck Morales as Vice President of Business Development
Thu, 07 May 2009, 18:53:02 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
SAN CLEMENTE, Calif., May 7 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Exponential Growth(TM) creator of a revolutionary new social networking platform for private investing, has appointed Chuck Morales to the position of Vice President, Business Development, where he will oversee the ongoing development of the web community platform as well as marketing direction and sales strategy.

FTC Red Flag Rules Extension Does Not Postpone Identity Theft Pandemic, Says Information Security Forensics Expert
Wed, 06 May 2009, 15:36:28 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
DENVER, Colo., May 6 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Businesses need to be aware of the extent to which identity misrepresentation and identity theft can affect their operations and profitability, as well as their customers or clients, according to Bryan Thornton, director of information security planning for Denver-based idBUSINESS. Thornton is available to speak with news media and other business information aggregators regarding the FTC extension and the risks faced by businesses in coping with rampant identity theft schemes.

Fourteen Georgia Business Brokers Named to Million Dollar Club
Tue, 05 May 2009, 15:55:24 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
ATLANTA, Ga., May 5 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Despite economic turmoil, 14 members of the Georgia Association of Business Brokers earned membership to the prestigious Million Dollar Club for 2008. Each year the GABB, the state's only professional association dedicated to buying and selling business, recognizes the state's outstanding business brokers.

idBUSINESS Receives Metro Denver Dental Society Endorsement for FACTA 'Red Flag Rules' Identity Theft Compliance Solution
Tue, 28 Apr 2009, 14:14:37 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
DENVER, Colo., April 28 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- idBUSINESS, a Denver-based identity theft security expert and identity recovery services provider today became the preferred provider of the Metro Denver Dental Society (MDDS) for the provision of 'Red Flag Rules' compliance solutions to its more than 1,500 members.

NAMB Names Red Flag Rules Preferred Provider: Majestic Security Delivers idBUSINESS Red Flag Compliance Module and Offers Borrower Protection
Fri, 17 Apr 2009, 13:41:55 EST — Edited by Carly Zander
CLEVELAND, Ohio, April 17 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The National Association of Mortgage Brokers (NAMB) has named Majestic Security as preferred provider of the FACTA Red Flag Rules Compliance Module. Majestic Security, an identity theft protection and restoration services provider, offers mortgage brokers best practice solutions including the idBUSINESS Red Flag Compliance Module and ID Experts comprehensive identity protection services.

HostBridge Technology Reports Record Revenues in 2008
Thu, 16 Apr 2009, 17:54:50 EST — Edited by Carly Zander
STILLWATER, Okla., April 16 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- HostBridge® Technology, a leading provider of software that integrates mainframe data and applications with the latest web programs and other enterprise information systems, reported that 2008 was its second consecutive year of record annual revenues and income. The company achieved this growth as a result of a 69 percent increase in revenues from new licenses of its flagship HostBridge software product to Fortune 500 customers.

CityMade, Inc. Announces Direct Public Offering
Tue, 14 Apr 2009, 17:50:30 EST — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
BUFFALO, N.Y., April 14 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- CityMade, Inc. today announced its direct public offering (DPO) of 800,000 shares of common stock that are being offered at U.S. $1.25 per share. This ground-floor investment opportunity is available to current customers, affiliate partners and the public.

Commercial Printers Accountable for Identity Theft Protection Under FTC Enforcement of FACTA 'Red Flag Rules'
Fri, 10 Apr 2009, 13:05:20 EST — Edited by Carly Zander
DENVER, Colo., April 10 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Commercial printers must provide identity theft protection to their customers under Federal Trade Commission (FTC) enforcement of the Red Flag Rules provisions of the Fair and Accurate Credit Transactions Act of 2003 (FACTA), advises identity theft security expert and identity recovery services provider idBUSINESS.

Publisher Bucks the Trend, Releases New Magazines
Wed, 08 Apr 2009, 18:00:34 EST — Edited by Carly Zander
LAGUNA HILLS, Calif., April 8 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- While publishers around the world are restructuring and ceasing production of popular magazines, art and crafting publisher Stampington & Company has been developing new titles to add to their family of publications. In 2009, they will launch a total of eight new titles, which will account for 12 of the 75 issues they will produce during the year.

Wingman Media Attributes Client Growth to Interactive Marketing
Thu, 02 Apr 2009, 06:59:50 EST — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
LOS ANGELES, Calif., April 2 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Wingman Media, a full-service retail advertising agency, announces strong client growth during 2009's first quarter. The company attributes the growth to a comprehensive interactive service offering that provides clients with efficient online marketing and advertising. Wingman's interactive offering has led to new hires and an augmented client roster.

House to Home Moving Managers Makes Moving Simple and Stress Free
Tue, 24 Mar 2009, 08:15:01 EST — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
PHOENIX, Ariz., March 24 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Moving is never a pleasant task, but for seniors and people who may be making radical changes in their lifestyle, the stress can be overwhelming. That's why House to Home Services, LLC announces a one-stop-shopping service for people on the move. According to the Employee Relocation Council, moving is the third most stressful event in life, following death and divorce. So, why not choose a company that will be by your side every step of the way? House to Home Services is the key to a successful move.

Toyota Honors JIT Toyota-Lift with Silver Circle Award
Fri, 20 Mar 2009, 15:58:46 EST — Edited by Carly Zander
BUFFALO, N.Y., March 20 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Toyota Material Handling, U.S.A., Inc. (TMHU) recently awarded JIT Toyota-Lift the Silver Circle Award for its performance in 2008. JIT Toyota-Lift is one of 10 elite recipients of this distinguished award and was selected from TMHU's nationwide network of 68 dealers and 189 dealership locations.

Aicello Acquisition of Tohcello PVA Film Business Group
Thu, 19 Mar 2009, 07:59:35 EST — Edited by Debra Tone
VANCOUVER, BC, Canada, March 19 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Aicello announced today an agreement to acquire Tohcello Company's polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) film product line and assets. The move is part of Aicello's strategy to expand PVA film business as a core product offering, by increasing production capacity and leveraging the assets and technology included in the acquisition. The sale will be completed on April 1, 2009.

Virtual Law Partners Welcomes New Partners Brett Healy, Daniel Meyers, Gregory Kim, Sharon Webb and Dianna DeVore
Tue, 17 Mar 2009, 12:30:28 EST — Edited by Carly Zander
PALO ALTO, Calif., March 17 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Virtual Law Partners LLP (VLP) has announced that Brett Healy, Daniel Meyers, Gregory Kim, M. Sharon Webb and Dianna DeVore have joined the firm as partners. 'We are thrilled that VLP continues to attract experienced lawyers with superb qualifications,' said Craig Johnson, VLP's CEO. 'Their talent and backgrounds speak for themselves.'

ORCS Web Technology Director Nominated for 2009 Southeast Executive of the Year
Tue, 10 Mar 2009, 16:33:44 EST — Edited by Carly Zander
CHARLOTTE, N.C., March 10 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Scott Forsyth, Director of Technology for ORCS Web, has been nominated by the Executive Alliance for the Information Security Executive (ISE) of the Year Southeast 2009 award. The award, which recognizes information security executives and project teams for outstanding achievement in risk management, data asset protection, compliance, privacy, and network security, is one of the most widely recognized awards for IT security executives.

Industry Leaders Applaud Formation of Long Term Care Insurance Guild
Mon, 09 Mar 2009, 06:25:08 EST — Edited by Carly Zander
KIRKLAND, Wash., March 9 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- As the need for long term care insurance grows, agents and allied professionals face the challenge of reaching prospective clients efficiently and with a high level of professionalism. And the public faces the challenge of finding qualified agents in their geographic area. A new organization will aid the pros as well as the public: the Long Term Care Insurance Guild, or LTC Guild for short.

Former Genworth and GE Long Term Care Insurance Leader Brings Unique Sales Expertise to LTC Financial Partners, LLC
Thu, 26 Feb 2009, 06:28:26 EST — Edited by Debra Tone
KIRKLAND, Wash., Feb. 26 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Thomas J. (Tom) Bartosic, a long-time leader in the long term care planning field, has joined LTC Financial Partners, LLC (LTCFP), a leading agency specializing in long term care insurance. A former Chief Sales Officer and Senior Vice President for Genworth Financial and senior vice president for both American Express and General Electric, Bartosic now plans to break new ground in the long term care field.

MicroGen Systems Wins NYSERDA Contract; to Partner with The Infotonics Technology Center (ITC) in Developing Micro-Energy Harvesting Technology
Fri, 13 Feb 2009, 15:40:11 EST — Edited by Carly Zander
CANANDAIGUA, N.Y., Feb. 13 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- MicroGen Systems, LLC has been awarded a $300,000 contract for its Piezoelectric Vibrational Energy Harvester project by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA). The program budget is $619,000 with $319,000 in matching funds coming from The University of Vermont (UVM) Innovations Fund, ITC's Army Research Laboratory funds, and MicroGen itself. MicroGen is a spinout from UVM, which is commercializing technology exclusively licensed from UVM.

Author-Supported Publishing Flourishes As Writers Pay the Tab, says Nautilus Works
Thu, 12 Feb 2009, 18:49:44 EST — Edited by Carly Zander
SAN DIEGO, Calif., Feb. 12 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Auto makers and banks aren't the only big businesses suffering in today's grim economy. Declining sales have forced major book publishers to severely cut back on staffing and drop many of their regular authors. Once considered a dirty little secret of the publishing industry, vanity presses and self-publishers like Nautilus Press, a division of the Nautilus Works, are undergoing a renaissance as authors search for new homes and alternatives to large, corporate-owned publishing houses.

ORCS Web Selected as Network Partner for Microsoft BizSpark Program
Wed, 11 Feb 2009, 11:48:55 EST — Edited by Carly Zander
CHARLOTTE, N.C., Feb. 11 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- ORCS Web, a specialist in Windows-based internet hosting for small businesses, announced that it has been selected to join the Microsoft BizSpark Program as a Network Partner. The BizSpark Program is a new global program designed to accelerate the success of early stage Startups by connecting them to Network Partners who can provide mentorship, guidance and resources to BizSpark Startups.

Bob Rains Joins Affiliate Media, Inc. as Vice President of Marketing
Thu, 05 Feb 2009, 20:30:27 EST — Edited by Debra Tone
IRVINE, Calif., Feb. 5 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Affiliate Media, Inc., a recognized leader in the worldwide online affiliate marketing space, announced today that it has hired Bob Rains as the company's new Vice President of Marketing. Affiliate marketing leader signs up well-known online marketing pro to lead marketing efforts. Mr. Rains brings to the Affiliate Media family almost a decade's worth of Internet marketing success.

While Most Companies and Industries Struggled in 2008, LifeModeler, Inc. Used Unique Products to Post Aggressive Business Gains in All Areas
Wed, 04 Feb 2009, 08:29:08 EST — Edited by Carly Zander
SAN CLEMENTE, Calif., Feb. 4 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- To say that LifeModeler, Inc. (LMI) bucked the prevailing trend and posted a series of successes in 2008 that are providing a platform for even greater accomplishments this year, wouldn't quite be telling the whole story. This past year will actually be considered the most formative for the young company, as it literally expanded its presence in every category-from revenue and customer growth, to staff enhancement, to university teaching programs, and even to helping put men on Mars.

Hilton Phoenix Chandler to Host Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Event
Fri, 30 Jan 2009, 13:34:06 EST — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
PHOENIX, Ariz., Jan. 30 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Hilton Phoenix Chandler is the first full service Hilton Hotel to open in the Phoenix area in 20 years; and it's the first Hilton Hotel in Chandler. That's why the staff at this upscale, suburban hotel has planned a grand opening event of extravagant proportions. The event will be held at Frye Road at the junctions of the Loop 202 (San Tan Freeway) and 101 Freeway on March 26, 2009; 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Online Diamond Buying Perfected: WhiteFlash.com Grows Leaps and Bounds Over Competition
Tue, 27 Jan 2009, 12:56:34 EST — Edited by Carly Zander
HOUSTON, Texas, Jan. 27 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Already known for carrying the largest in-stock inventory of the highest quality branded WhiteFlash ACA ideal and 'superideal' Hearts and Arrows diamonds on the internet, WhiteFlash (WhiteFlash.com) announces their acquisition of online diamond e-tailer GemDiamond.com. Along with this groundbreaking acquisition, the appointment of Bryan Boyne as their newest Vice President further increases the unquestionable strength and ever-evolving multiplicity behind the WhiteFlash.com brand.

2008 Marks Record Year for North Plains Systems and the Adoption of its Digital Asset Management Platform
Tue, 27 Jan 2009, 07:05:06 EST — Edited by Debra Tone
TORONTO, Canada, Jan. 27 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- North Plains Systems, Inc., the world's leading provider of digital asset management (DAM) and rich media asset management (MAM) software solutions, today announced record revenue growth and customer acquisition during the 2008 calendar year. North Plains won a record number of new customers in 2008 - an increase of 42-percent year-over-year and forecasts continued growth in the coming year, driven in part by a strong demand for TeleScope(TM), North Plains' award-winning digital and rich media management platform.

82 Long Term Care Insurance Agents Now 'Partners' of Fast-Growing 'Inc. 5000' Agency
Tue, 27 Jan 2009, 06:29:58 EST — Edited by Debra Tone
KIRKLAND, Wash., Jan. 27 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- While many U.S. companies cut back, one is growing rapidly and plans to keep on doing so, thank you, through 2009 and beyond. It's LTC Financial Partners, LLC (LTCFP), a leading agency specializing in long term care insurance. In 2008 Inc. magazine ranked LTCFP No. 1,353 among all companies, and No. 12 in the insurance category, in its annual ranking of the 5,000 fastest-growing companies in the nation.

SuperCoach International Announces the First Fully Programmable Tennis Ball Machine on the Market - the Most Advanced in the World Today
Thu, 22 Jan 2009, 11:53:37 EST — Edited by Carly Zander
SUNNYVALE, Calif., Jan. 22 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Until a few years ago all tennis ball machines were practically the same, ranging in price from a few hundred dollars (providing one type of ball return) to about $10,000.00 (providing up to 8 variations) per cycle. Then the SuperCoach appeared on the market in 2004 (Version 1.0). (VIDEO - VNR)

Banking Veteran Joins Board of 1st Pacific Bancorp and 1st Pacific Bank of California
Thu, 15 Jan 2009, 16:46:50 EST — Edited by Carly Zander
SAN DIEGO, Calif., Jan. 15 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- 1st Pacific Bancorp (NASDAQ: FPBN), the parent of 1st Pacific Bank of California, announced today the appointment of Marshall V. Laitsch as a director of 1st Pacific Bancorp and 1st Pacific Bank. A seasoned Southern California banking veteran, Marshall Laitsch has over thirty-five years of experience in community and regional banking in Southern California.

300 Leaders from Fast-Growing Kirkland Company Will Meet to Plan Hyper-growth and Give Back to the Community
Thu, 08 Jan 2009, 06:29:40 EST — Edited by Debra Tone
KIRKLAND, Wash., Jan. 8 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- What has a scavenger hunt got to do with helping local children and creating 500 new insurance jobs? Not much, you might say; but LTC Financial Partners LLC (LTCFP), a fast-growing insurance agency based in Kirkland, thinks otherwise. Says Jonas Roeser, Senior Vice President of Marketing and Operations, 'While searching for camping items to give to youngsters, our sales leaders will start brainstorming how to grow the business and hire hundreds of really good new people.'

MVK Architectural Millwork Corp. Announces Move in to New Facility, Cooperative Efforts with Commercial Millwork Firm
Wed, 07 Jan 2009, 16:08:48 EST — Edited by Carly Zander
WORCESTER, Mass., Jan. 7 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- MVK Architectural Millwork Corp., offering architectural millwork services from design through installation, located in Worcester, is pleased to announce they have pooled cooperative efforts with Continental Consolidated Industries, of Central Massachusetts.

Media Alert: New Phoenix Chandler Hilton Hotel to Hire More Than 100 Employees at Onsite Job Fair
Tue, 06 Jan 2009, 17:58:53 EST — Edited by Carly Zander
PHOENIX, Ariz., Jan. 6 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The opening of the new Phoenix Chandler Hilton Hotel brings huge employment opportunity to the East Valley. On January 7th from 2-7 p.m. the Phoenix Chandler Hilton Hotel will hold an on-site job fair to fill over 100 positions created by the new facility. The Phoenix Chandler Hilton Hotel is owned by Texas Western Hospitality Leadership based out of Dallas, Texas. The new hotel is located on at the Junction of the Loop 202 San Tan Freeway and Loop 101.

When the Economy is Down, Van Millwork is Up
Mon, 05 Jan 2009, 12:21:37 EST — Edited by Carly Zander
BOSTON, Mass., Jan. 5 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- In a questionable economy with so many unknown variables, many companies are quick to react by slashing prices and searching far and wide for new business albeit small. Van Millwork has taken a different approach to the state of the economy and the results are paying off. Sales have started to rise at year end and the business has stayed in line with 4th quarter sales from 2007. The company is making profitable decisions at a time when the overall residential building and remodeling industry is down 30-40 percent.

EMRG Media: Top Resource for Planning a NYC New Year's Eve Party
Tue, 16 Dec 2008, 15:12:16 EST — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
NEW YORK, N.Y., Dec. 16 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Party like it's 2009. EMRG Media, LLC, New York's leading event planning and marketing company, announced today that their staff will be on the streets of Manhattan giving out more than 20,000 books to savvy New Yorkers seeking hot New Year's Eve party deals in NYC. 'New Yorkers are a smart group, and when faced with the challenges of today's economy, they are getting even smarter,' Mario Stewart, founder and co-owner of EMRG Media, LLC, says.

Neotrope Announces Non-Profit PR Grant Program Recipients for 2009
Fri, 12 Dec 2008, 16:17:21 EST — Edited by Carly Zander
LOS ANGELES, Calif., Dec. 12 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Neotrope(R), a brand identity, PR, and marketing firm established Jan. of 1983, announced today the 2009 Non-Profit PR Grant Program recipients: those non-profit organizations chosen to receive free public relations and newswire services. Neotrope previously donated $25K worth of services in 2000, and $22K in 2005. This year, services are being donated by Neotrope to worthy smaller non-profit and charitable organizations to celebrate the company's 25th anniversary.

Canines Battle Bed Bugs in New Business Venture
Tue, 09 Dec 2008, 18:35:58 EST — Edited by Carly Zander
STRATFORD, Conn., Dec. 9 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Bed Bug Finders, LLC announces this week the launch of a new business serving Connecticut, Massachusetts and New York. It's a business that was created to help homeowners and businesses deal with the ever-growing bed bug population in North America. In New York City alone, in 2007, there were over 7,000 complaints filed with the New York City Department of Health.

Jimmy Jazz Voted 'Best Place to Buy Sneakers' by the Baltimore City Paper
Tue, 09 Dec 2008, 12:46:43 EST — Edited by Carly Zander
BALTIMORE, Md., Dec. 9 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Jimmy Jazz, a leading urban clothing and shoe retailer, was recently voted as Best Place to Buy Sneakers in the City Paper's annual Best of Baltimore issue. 'Your achievement helps highlight the strength of Baltimore's vibrant and expanding economy and the superior goods and services that the city has to offer,' stated Maryland Governor, Martin O'Malley in a letter of achievement.

Philatron International Awarded 2008 Medium Size Family Owned Business of the Year
Thu, 04 Dec 2008, 17:12:16 EST — Edited by Carly Zander
ORANGE COUNTY, Calif., Dec. 4 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Philatron International and CEO, Founder, and Owner, Phillip M. Ramos, Jr. were honored with yet another award for its outstanding business. On November 19th, Orange County Business Journal (OCBJ) awarded Philatron International, Medium Size Family Owned Business of the year. During the 9th annual business award ceremony OCBJ recognized the company for its commitment to helping outside community organizations through charity.

McKinney Rogers Appoints Georgina Miranda as a Consultant for US Division
Tue, 02 Dec 2008, 15:14:01 EST — Edited by Carly Zander
NEW YORK, N.Y., Dec. 2 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- International business performance consultancy, McKinney Rogers, announced today the appointment of Georgina Miranda as a consultant for its US division. Miranda joins McKinney Rogers from Angeles Group LLC where she was director of development and part of the founding team of a real estate development joint venture. Prior to this, she held roles in Fortune 100 companies such as Johnson and Johnson and Raytheon.

Plano Entrepreneur Brings Personal Touch, Leading Edge Training and Technology to Professional Development
Tue, 02 Dec 2008, 12:31:31 EST — Edited by Carly Zander
PLANO, Texas, Dec. 2 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Barb Ashbaugh is in the business of helping people and organizations reach their maximum potential, and Ashbaugh is a big believer in practicing what she preaches. Over the last 20 years, her Plano-based company, Ashbaugh's Trade Secrets LLC, has helped dozens of organizations from an array of industries including aeronautics, finance and health care, to increase efficiency, productivity, and profitability by using leading-edge evaluation and training to improve performance.

Momentum Transport Reports 3rd Quarter Earnings
Tue, 02 Dec 2008, 11:10:56 EST — Edited by Carly Zander
HOUSTON, Texas, Dec. 2 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Houston-based transport provider Momentum Transport reports third quarter earning results for fiscal year 2008. Sales for Momentum's vehicle transport division reported increased revenue for third quarter 2008, up 26-percent from third quarter 2007. Momentum attributes this increase to a surge in net-savvy consumers shopping for vehicles online at the websites of auto sellers and dealerships around the country.

North Plains Systems Expands Global Digital Asset Management Partnership Program
Tue, 02 Dec 2008, 08:00:57 EST — Edited by Carly Zander
LONDON, U.K. and TORONTO, Canada, Dec. 2 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- North Plains Systems, Inc., the world's leading provider of digital asset management (DAM) and video asset management (VAM) software solutions, today announced ambitious plans to expand its global channel of strategic partners over the coming months. Due to the increased demand of its TeleScope(TM) digital asset management platform, North Plains will significantly grow its European base of technology partners.

Napatech Received the National Ernst and Young 'Entrepreneur Of The Year 2008' Award for Venture Backed Innovation
Mon, 01 Dec 2008, 20:11:58 EST — Edited by Carly Zander
COPENHAGEN, Denmark, Dec. 1 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Thursday evening in Copenhagen, Napatech received the prestigious national Ernst & Young 'Entrepreneur Of The Year 2008' award in the category 'Venture Backed Innovation.' The award was based on Napatech's success in establishing itself as a leading vendor in the important US marketplace, and on the importance of Napatech's 10GbE technology used in many segments for real-time data analysis.

New Design Service Gives Budget-Minded Homeowners Professional Room Makeovers
Mon, 01 Dec 2008, 10:52:24 EST — Edited by Carly Zander
CHICAGO, Ill, Dec. 1 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Home makeovers should not be limited to people with long purse strings. And, thanks to Refind Interiors, LLC, it's not. The company has launched a new design service - the room makeover service - which gives budget-minded homeowners and renters an affordable option for redecorating their current living spaces.

Biotronics, Inc., Announces Future Pork Grading Rivaling Beef, Ultrasound Technology Seen as a Major Advance in Online Pork Grading
Mon, 24 Nov 2008, 15:13:49 EST — Edited by Carly Zander
AMES, Iowa, Nov. 24 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Biotronics, Inc., a food animal ultrasound research and development company recently received a $150,000 Demonstration Grant from the Iowa Department of Economic Development. According to Doyle Wilson, President of the Company, these dollars supplement a $350,000 U.S. Department of Agriculture grant they have received to develop and test their first commercial prototype system to measure the amount of intramuscular fat, commonly called marbling, in the pork loin of carcasses in the packing plant.

Multi-Flow Industries Receives Gold Certificate of Recognition from Silliker Audit
Thu, 20 Nov 2008, 17:59:03 EST — Edited by Debra Tone
HUNTINGDON VALLEY, Pa., Nov. 20 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Multi-Flow Industries, a manufacturer of fountain-dispensed beverages, announced that it has recently received the Gold Certificate of Recognition for passing its 2008 Silliker Audit with a score of 97.7 percent. The audit covered food safety as well as GMP requirements. Silliker is recognized as one of the world's leading food safety auditing firms.

MoJo Sports Receives Patent for World's First Pitching Cage
Tue, 18 Nov 2008, 06:00:28 EST — Edited by Carly Zander
LOS ANGELES, Calif., Nov. 18 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- MoJo Sports LLC, a leading California-based realistic sports manufacturing company established in 2003, today announced that it has received a U.S. Patent for the World's First Pitching Cage, dubbed the Mojo Pitching Cage. The Mojo Pitching Cage allows a pitcher to practice pitching in a realistic environment without the need of another person.

Sales Talent Inc. Named a Fastest-Growing Private Company by Puget Sound Business Journal
Mon, 17 Nov 2008, 17:53:47 EST — Edited by Carly Zander
SEATTLE, Wash., Nov. 17 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Sales Talent Inc. was named a Fastest-Growing Private Company by the Puget Sound Business Journal at an invitation-only event which drew more than 500 people to Qwest Field on Oct. 23. At the awards event, all 100 companies that made the list were honored and the rankings were announced. The 100 Fastest-Growing Private Companies are listed, with select companies profiled, in a special publication of the Business Journal on Oct. 24.

Liberty Travel Selects Perillo Tours as Preferred Tour Partner
Tue, 11 Nov 2008, 18:44:42 EST — Edited by Carly Zander
WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., Nov. 11 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Liberty Travel, one of the largest retail travel agencies in the U.S., has selected Perillo Tours, America's largest escorted tour operator to Italy as its most recent preferred partner for escorted tours.

Location Based Services Spending in 2008 Tops $1.6 Billion, Says Insight Research Corp.
Tue, 11 Nov 2008, 13:04:13 EST — Edited by Debra Tone
BOONTON, N.J., Nov. 11 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The worldwide market for location-based telecommunication services is expected to exceed $1.6 billion in 2008 as an ever increasing number of cellular and other wireless carriers provide customized services based upon a location-awareness of their end-users. According to a new market research study from The INSIGHT Research Corporation, location-based telecommunication services are most popular in European and Mid-East countries, where they provide wireless subscribers with tailored information based upon their current physical location.

Neotrope Extends Non-Profit PR Grant Application Deadline
Fri, 07 Nov 2008, 13:56:55 EST — Edited by Carly Zander
TORRANCE, Calif., Nov. 7 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Neotrope(R), a brand identity, PR, and marketing firm established Jan. of 1983, has extended the 2009 grant application deadline for non-profit organizations, from Nov. 12th, to Dec. 7th, 2008, due to the recent U.S. elections. The company is donating $25,000 in free public relations and newswire services to worthy smaller non-profit and charitable organizations to celebrate its 25th anniversary. Neotrope previously donated $25K worth of services in 2000, and $22K in 2005; and has provided discounted or free services to various non-profits for more than 20 years.

Philatron International Winner of 2008 Latin Business Association Annual Sol Award
Mon, 03 Nov 2008, 16:22:42 EST — Edited by Carly Zander
LOS ANGELES, Calif., Nov. 3 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Philatron International and CEO, Founder, and Owner, Phillip M. Ramos, Jr. were honored at the 2008 Latino Business Association Annual SOL awards as top business of the year. Top business with over $5 million in sales.

West Coast Based Distributor for Alfa Laval Acquires Gulf Region Distributorship
Thu, 30 Oct 2008, 19:18:50 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
SEATTLE, Wash., Oct. 30 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Alfa Tec Inc., a 15 year old Seattle, Washington-based marine sales and service distributor, is moving into the Gulf region lock stock and barrel with their most recent acquisition of FM Equipment, a respected distributor for Alfa Laval Marine, Oil and Power in the Gulf region. 'This is all part of our master plan to supply superior service, spare parts and technical support to our customers located in the Gulf,' states Kevin Oakley, President of Alfa Tec Inc.

ACE Vision Group, Inc. Announces New Global Medical Director, Dr. Marguerite McDonald
Thu, 30 Oct 2008, 16:53:04 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
SILVER LAKE, Ohio, Oct. 30 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- ACE Vision Group, Inc. today announced the appointment of Marguerite McDonald, M.D. as Global Medical Director. Dr. McDonald is a cornea / refractive / anterior segment specialist for Ophthalmic Consultants of Long Island, Lynbrook, NY. She is presently a Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology at New York University (NYU) in Manhattan and an Adjunct Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology at Tulane University School of Medicine in New Orleans.

Philatron International Receives 2008 Best of Santa Fe Springs Award
Wed, 29 Oct 2008, 15:40:45 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
WASHINGTON D.C. and SANTA FE SPRINGS, Calif., Oct. 29 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Philatron International announced today that it has been selected for the 2008 Best of Santa Fe Springs Award in the Electronic Equipment and Supplies category by the U.S. Local Business Association (USLBA).

Interim HealthCare Recognized at National Association of Home Care and Hospice Annual Meeting
Wed, 22 Oct 2008, 15:08:46 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
SUNRISE, Fla., Oct. 22 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Interim HealthCare, the nation's leading provider of home care, hospice and health care staffing, was recognized at the National Association of Home Care & Hospice (NAHC) Annual Meeting by opening keynote speaker, Author, Broadcast Journalist with CNN, Inside Politics, NBC, CBS and Humanitarian Judy Woodruff.

LBA Technology, Inc. Appointed Exclusive Western Hemisphere Distributor for Schomandl and Kathrein RF Test Equipment
Tue, 21 Oct 2008, 16:27:56 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
GREENVILLE, N.C., Oct. 21 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- German RF equipment manufacturer Kathrein and subsidiary Schomandl will exclusively distribute its radio frequency test equipment, including devices for digital TV, radio, wireless, CATV, satellite and laboratory use, through RF systems experts, LBA Technology, a unit of the LBA Group, Inc., throughout the western hemisphere.

Chapman Cole and Gleason Expands Regional Presence with Acquisition
Tue, 21 Oct 2008, 15:32:24 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
BRIDGEWATER, Mass., Oct. 21 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Chapman, Cole & Gleason Funeral Homes and Cremation Services, a family-owned business that has served Greater Boston and Southeastern Massachusetts for over 146 years, has expanded again. By acquiring Prophett Funeral Home of Bridgewater, Massachusetts, and Prophett-Wales Funeral Home of East Bridgewater, the Chapman, Cole & Gleason firm has once again broadened its regional presence and service capabilities.

TeamF1 Appoints Embedded Software Veteran to Leadership Team
Tue, 21 Oct 2008, 12:48:44 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
FREMONT, Calif., Oct. 21 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- TeamF1, Inc., a leader in embedded networking and security software, today announced that it has appointed industry veteran Michael Brockway as VP of Sales. Michael will oversee U.S. and Canada sales for TeamF1 and is also in charge of strategic customer relationships. Reporting to Mukesh Lulla, TeamF1 President and CEO, Brockway will focus on accelerating TeamF1's key sales growth initiatives by leveraging his extensive background in embedded software sales and strategic business development.

Van Millwork Announces New Custom Shop Manager
Mon, 13 Oct 2008, 15:31:30 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
BELLINGHAM, Mass., Oct. 13 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Van Millwork, New England's leading millwork and interior products supplier, is proud to announce the addition of Kevin Connors as the new Custom Division Central Manager. Kevin Connors, a native of Bedford, New Hampshire, comes to Van Millwork from Colonial Woodworking Inc., one of New England's most highly respected designers and builders of custom stairs and rail systems.

South Chicago-based Technology Company Changes Name to Meet the Demands of a Changing Marketplace
Thu, 09 Oct 2008, 15:53:57 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
CHICAGO, Ill., Oct. 9 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- KBS is the new name officially adopted by one of Chicagoland's top technology firms, announced Anthony R. Kitchens, the company's President and CEO. Formerly known as KBS Computer Services, Kitchens decided that shortening the name would lead to new opportunities, serve as a way to reflect the company's higher-level service offerings and build a stronger brand.

KGA Inc. Receives Prestigious Award for Excellence in Workplace Flexibility
Thu, 09 Oct 2008, 12:00:55 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
FRAMINGHAM, Mass., Oct. 9 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- KGA Inc., a human resources consulting firm based in Framingham, Mass., was named a recipient of the 2008 Alfred P. Sloan Award for Business Excellence in Workplace Flexibility. The award distinguishes KGA, along with other honorees, as having the most flexible and effective work practices and policies in Massachusetts and across the U.S.

Ecologic Leasing Services Completes Conversion of Captara Clients and Software
Wed, 08 Oct 2008, 13:10:01 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
GREAT FALLS, Va., Oct. 8 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Ecologic Leasing Services today announced it has completed the conversion of Captara Corporation's clients, data, and software with the release of LeaseAccelerator 5.0, Ecologic's software services platform for equipment lessees. In 2007, Ecologic acquired Captara Corporation, a San Francisco, Calif.-based lease management software company. Ecologic Leasing Services provides web-based software and outsourcing services.

Kawasaki Announces Major Personnel Moves at Engines and Power Products Division
Wed, 08 Oct 2008, 11:00:22 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Oct. 8 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Katsuyuki (Kent) Murakami, general manager of Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.'s Engines and Power Products Division based here, announced that he will retire effective the end of this year. He will be replaced by Yoshiteru (Yoshi) Ueda, who headed the research and development program at Kawasaki Motors Manufacturing Corp., U.S.A.'s Maryville, Mo. production facility. Ueda has been with Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd. since 1972.

Business Leaders See Local Expertise and Sound Operational Plans as Key to Success in Emerging Markets, says McKinney Rogers
Tue, 07 Oct 2008, 13:07:26 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
NEW YORK, N.Y., Oct. 7 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Emerging markets offer increasing growth of purchasing power and greater opportunities for establishing market leadership, as long as investors have local expertise and sound operational plans, according to an international survey of senior business executives launched today by global business performance consultancy, McKinney Rogers.

Notre Dame's Luck of the Irish Extended Twice to Southern Bleacher with Soccer and Lacrosse Stadium Wins
Mon, 06 Oct 2008, 18:37:26 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
SOUTH BEND, Ind., Oct. 6 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The nationally acclaimed men's and women's soccer and lacrosse programs at Notre Dame will be looking to continue their winning ways in 2009 and beyond in newly constructed stadiums; thanks in part to Notre Dame's $1.5 billion Spirit of Notre Dame capital campaign.

KICTeam and Canon U.S.A. Announce the Use of Waffletechnology in the New Canon CR-Series Check Transport Cleaning Card
Mon, 06 Oct 2008, 16:31:33 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
AUBURN, Maine, Oct. 6 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- KICTeam, the industry leader in the manufacture of cleaning cards, and Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leading provider of digital imaging technology, today announce the use of Waffletechnology(TM) in the new Canon CR-Series Check Transport Cleaning Card. In an effort to increase efficiency and lower maintenance costs, the Canon CR-Series Check Transport Cleaning Card with Waffletechnology enables banking and retail outlets to effectively clean Canon imageFORMULA CR-Series transports.

the testing group Formed by Merger of QA Industry Pioneers Intellikey Labs and Direct QC
Fri, 03 Oct 2008, 11:14:39 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
LOS ANGELES, Calif., Oct. 3 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Quality Assurance industry leaders Intellikey Labs and Direct QC have merged their operations to create the testing group, inc., a leading-edge testing facility serving the digital content and commerce marketplace. This merger is the first of several strategic initiatives that the testing group plans to take to accelerate mass acceptance of break-through consumer technologies. The announcement was made by Lauren K. Evers and James Richardson.

ISO27001 Experts Can Help Companies Meet Stringent Californian Information Security Legislation with Comprehensive Toolkit
Wed, 01 Oct 2008, 16:29:06 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
ELY, England, Oct. 1 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Independent UK security experts IT Governance, the world's leading specialist publisher of books and tools for ISO27001/27002 implementation, have adapted their best-selling information security toolkit so that it will work specifically for the California SB-1386 compliance regulation. The toolkit helps organisations apply recognised best practice to protect themselves from the consequences of a data breach.

Maxx Merchants Announces Expansion for the Western United States
Wed, 01 Oct 2008, 11:35:27 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Oct. 1 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Maxx Merchants announced today that it has signed an agreement to launch a Maxx Merchants Office to service the Western Region with an office located in Greenwood Village, CO. Maxx Merchants is looking to revolutionize the merchant processing industry by focusing on the client. In order to achieve this, Maxx is rolling out offices throughout the United States.

Leaders from Fast-Growing Company Met in Tampa to Discuss Nationwide Hiring and to Give Back to the Community
Mon, 29 Sep 2008, 10:42:27 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
KIRKLAND, Wash., Sept. 29 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- What has building bikes for charity got to do with filling 1,000 insurance jobs? Not much, you might say; but LTC Financial Partners LLC, (LTCFP), a fast-growing insurance agency, thinks otherwise. Says CEO Cameron Truesdell, 'While tightening bolts and pumping tires, our sales leaders brainstormed how to find and hire really good people.'

Mitchell Construction Group Named to 2008 Qualified Remodeler Top 500
Wed, 24 Sep 2008, 12:32:25 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
MEDFIELD, Mass., Sept. 24 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Mitchell Construction Group, Inc., a multi-award winning design and renovation firm located in Medfield, is pleased to announce they have been named to the 2008 Top 500 list of remodeling firms in the country by Qualified Remodeler Magazine. This marks the fifth consecutive year Mitchell was named to the list.

Telephone Companies Ready to Offer Green Services Promoting Environmental Improvements, says INSIGHT Research
Wed, 24 Sep 2008, 11:00:02 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
BOONTON, N.J., Sept. 24 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Telephone companies, ISPs, and cellular phone carriers can bring to bear an expansive array of technologies and services to aid consumers and enterprises in improving the environment while generating over $1 trillion in new industry revenue over the next five years, according to a new market research study from The INSIGHT Research Corporation.

Guangdong Food Industry Institute / LP Food Ingredients Vindicated by Initial ITC Determination regarding Patented Sucralose Manufacturing Technology
Tue, 23 Sep 2008, 12:16:35 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
EXETER, Calif., Sept. 23 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Guangdong Food Industry Institute (GDFII/L&P Food), a leading and first manufacturer of Sucralose in China, announced that today, Administrative Law Judge Charles E. Bullock of the United States International Trade Commission (ITC) has issued his initial determination on Tate & Lyle's Section 337 complaint (docket# 337-TA-604). The complaint alleged infringement of process patents relating to the production of sucralose and certain intermediate compounds.

Lt. Gov. Casey Cagle Addresses Georgia Association of Business Brokers
Tue, 23 Sep 2008, 11:20:20 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
ATLANTA, Ga., Sept. 23 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Will lagging revenues eventually mean higher taxes? Are more layoffs looming amid the state's budget crisis? Which businesses and industries are likely to turn around first when the economy recovers? Georgia Lieutenant Governor Casey Cagle, a successful small-businessman before entering politics, will face tough questions like these during today's meeting of the Georgia Association of Business Brokers, Inc. (GABB), a statewide group with almost 200 members.

Gym Innovation: Cor-Mark Announces a Gym Germ Fighting Device
Tue, 23 Sep 2008, 01:02:58 EDT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
BAYVILLE, N.Y., Sept. 23 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- As summer fades into fall, more and more people move indoors for physical fitness. Whether it is a local gym or tennis bubble - these are places where germs love to live. As a result, Cor-Mark Incorporated announces the release of a new product - the GYM-HANDY - designed to focus on personal hygiene while making life a little more organized. (VIDEO - VNR)

Hurricane Gustav Reveals Gap in Otherwise Successful Marine Industry Preparations
Mon, 22 Sep 2008, 14:28:24 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
FRIENDSWOOD, Texas, Sept. 22 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- According to the Gulf Intracoastal Canal Association, the Coast Guard, Corps of Engineers and inland barge industry have collaborated extensively since the 2005 hurricane season to better prepare for and respond to hurricane events along the Gulf Coast. Specifically, the collaboration produced a detailed, written protocol for storm preparation, communications and response efforts as they pertain to the marine industry.

Java Juice(R) Coffee Geek Technique Produces Portable Perk
Mon, 22 Sep 2008, 13:19:48 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
LOS ANGELES, Calif., Sept. 22 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Stop the French presses. A new-school brew developed by Java Juice, Inc. fuels the future of coffee and allows coffee lovers to toss their brewers, grinders, filters and energy-sucking coffee machinery aside. Java Juice(R) may eventually render whole beans as old-school fuel.

Worldleaders Expands Executive Search Services for Emerging Growth Companies
Thu, 18 Sep 2008, 12:21:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
ROCHESTER, N.Y., Sept. 18 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Worldleaders, an innovative executive search firm for building great businesses at every level, announces that Robert Park, JD will head a new practice with special expertise in mergers and acquisitions, venture capital markets and related strategies.

US Renewables Group Partners with Citi, Credit Suisse on $140MM Solar Investment
Tue, 16 Sep 2008, 11:30:51 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
SANTA MONICA, Calif., Sept. 16 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Today SolarReserve, a developer of utility scale solar power plants, announced that it has closed a second round of funding totaling $140 million. The financing was led by the renewable energy private equity group within Citi Alternative Investments, Sustainable Development Investments (SDI), and Credit Suisse's Customized Fund Investment Group.

Boston Area Resident and Business Owner Named to Business Week Top 25 U.S. Entrepreneurs Under 25
Tue, 09 Sep 2008, 21:06:43 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
BOSTON, Mass., Sept. 9 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Intern Bridge Inc, the nation's leading college recruiting and research firm, announced today that its founder and president, Richard Bottner, age 23, has been published on the Business Week list of the Top 25 U.S. Entrepreneurs Under 25. Intern Bridge was started in 2005 by Bottner, while he was a student at Babson College in Wellesley.

Maxx Merchants Announces Expansion in Tampa, Florida
Tue, 09 Sep 2008, 13:09:44 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
LONE TREE, Colo., Sept. 9 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Maxx Merchants announced today that it has signed an agreement to launch a Maxx Merchants Office to service the greater Tampa, Florida region. Maxx Merchants has unveiled a revolutionary way to approach the merchant processing industry. To maintain this laser focus on the client, Maxx is rolling out offices throughout the United States. Seasoned business professionals will own all of these offices in order to maintain a peer relationship with clients.

USMotivation Named to Second Annual 'CMI 25' List by Corporate Meetings and Incentives Magazine
Mon, 08 Sep 2008, 11:45:30 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
ATLANTA, Ga., Sept. 8 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- USMotivation today announced that it has been named to the second annual "CMI 25" list of the industry's largest and most influential full-service independent meeting and incentive travel management companies focused on the corporate market. Complied by Penton Media's Corporate Meetings & Incentives(R) magazine, the leading information source for the $40.3 billion corporate meetings and events industry.

Spending on Telecommunications Private Line Services to Hit $40.6 Billion in 2008, Says Insight Research Corporation
Mon, 08 Sep 2008, 11:18:25 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
BOONTON, N.J., Sept. 8 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The $40 billion private line services market is posting solid growth for a third straight year, says a market analysis study from INSIGHT Research. Private lines are point-to-point circuits leased by enterprises from telecommunications carriers in order to link enterprise sites to each other and to the Internet. Private lines are also used by cellular carriers to link their towers to land line networks.

Card Cafe Promotes Kira Case to Vice President and General Manager
Thu, 04 Sep 2008, 17:48:46 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
OREM, Utah, Sept. 4 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Card Cafe, a global technology provider, today announced the promotion of Kira Case to Vice President and General Manager. She will oversee and manage all operating aspects of the company. Card Cafe was founded in 2005 as an easy way to keep in touch with people through online ordering of printed greeting cards.

Cognitive Technologies Receives Microsoft Federal Partner Award
Wed, 03 Sep 2008, 20:18:39 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
AUSTIN, Texas, Sept. 3 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Cognitive Technologies, an IT consulting firm specializing in project and program management for the Federal Government and Fortune 1000 companies, has been chosen Rookie of the Year by Microsoft Federal, the unit of Microsoft that provides the Federal Government with Microsoft software and solutions. This prestigious award is based on the total quality of the solutions Cognitive Technologies delivers to Federal clients.

Kathleen Gilmartin Joins Interim HealthCare Inc. as New President and CEO
Tue, 02 Sep 2008, 15:41:13 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
SUNRISE, Fla., Sept. 2 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Board of Directors of Interim HealthCare Inc. is pleased to announce the appointment of Kathleen Gilmartin as President and CEO, effective September 2nd. Mrs. Gilmartin brings more than 35 years of healthcare experience and will lead Interim HealthCare's national network of over 300 franchise offices. Founded in 1966, the Sunrise, Florida-based Interim HealthCare is the nation's oldest health care franchisor and the largest combined provider of home care and medical staffing.

Napco Asset Management and Packman Financial Finalize Merger
Tue, 02 Sep 2008, 11:31:42 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
SYOSSET, N.Y., Sept. 2 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Napco Asset Management Inc. and Packman Financial Inc. announced that they have completed their merger. The combined company will be known as PNiGlobal Partners Inc. Vincent Napolitano, Chief Executive Officer of Napco Asset Management and Michael Packman, Chief Executive Officer of Packman Financial will share responsibilities and serve as Co-Chief Executive Officers of PNiGlobal Partners.

LTC Financial Partners (LTCFP) is Fastest-Growing Long Term Care Insurance Specialist on Inc. Magazine List
Wed, 27 Aug 2008, 20:27:52 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
KIRKLAND, Wash., Aug. 27 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- This month Inc. Magazine ranks LTC Financial Partners LLC (LTCFP) No. 1,353 among all companies, and No. 12 among insurance companies, in its annual ranking of the 5,000 fastest-growing companies in the nation. Among insurance companies, LTCFP is the fastest-growing one focusing exclusively on long term care insurance sales.

Libera Acquires Pintexx
Tue, 26 Aug 2008, 13:25:33 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
JAMESTOWN, N.Y. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Libera, a software company based in Jamestown, New York, is proud to offer a number of .net internet thin client customizable off the shelf (COTS) solutions built using the Libera System 7 Framework. These include products such as System 7 Survey Builder, System 7 Issue Tracking System (ITS), System 7 Time Tracker (TT), System 7 Project Manager & Scheduler, as well as customized information management systems

Limnia, Inc. Announces Private/Government Partnership to Deliver Leading Energy Storage Solution to Worldwide Marketplace
Fri, 22 Aug 2008, 18:42:33 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Limnia, Inc., in a private/public partnership with university and national lab efforts, announces an initiative to aggregate over $100M of past research from 30 years of private lab development. This project's goal is to deliver an energy storage solution to the marketplace which holds more energy than traditional batteries with optimal efficiency and maintains longer duration per charge than any other solution currently available worldwide.

Maxx Business Solutions Announces Rebranding and New Business Opportunity
Fri, 22 Aug 2008, 16:07:18 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
LONE TREE, Colo. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Maxx Business Solutions, has completed a rebranding campaign aimed at highlighting their unique approach to the credit card processing industry. 'Our clients - the merchants - are our life blood,' stated Scott Burke, President of Maxx Business Solutions. 'We wanted to create public marketing campaign that reflects that commitment. Maxx Merchants will be the new face of the company and our aim is clear - to become a Merchant's Best Friend.'

ORCS Web Selected for Inc. 5000 List of Fastest-Growing Companies
Thu, 21 Aug 2008, 14:02:06 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- ORCS Web earned a spot on the Inc. 5000 list of the fastest-growing private companies in the nation for the second year in a row. With revenue growth of more than 150% in three years, ORCS Web ranks in the top half of the Inc. 5000 list, released yesterday.

Van Millwork Adds Hardwood Flooring to Product Offerings
Wed, 20 Aug 2008, 16:50:03 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
NEEDHAM, Mass. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Van Millwork, New England's leading millwork supplier and interior specialist, announced today that they will now be offering a wide variety of hardwood flooring to their expanding design center product lines. The hardwood flooring - from all leading manufacturers including Bruce, Stuart, Hawa and BR-111 - comes in an array of exotic woods, unfinished, prefinished, and bamboo.

Museum of Robots in Second Life Introduces Real Life Housewares Line
Mon, 11 Aug 2008, 20:33:59 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. and NEW YORK, N.Y. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Museum of Robots in Second Life debuts its line of real world housewares at the New York International Gift Fair. The line features plates and tableware with a robot motif and will be available for wholesale purchase. Virtual versions of the product will be available at the Museum's gift store in Second Life. (VIDEO - VNR)

Scrum Club Starts Pre-sales on Corporate Espionage
Wed, 06 Aug 2008, 17:06:36 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
LOS ANGELES, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Scrum Club, a not-for-profit organization, announced today that they have begun pre-sales of their first fundraising product, a card game titled 'Corporate Espionage.' This game represents a battle between freshly-funded start-up companies who all have similar ideas and are entering the same target market. Each company must ramp up quickly in order to compete, and when that fails, take out the competition by any means necessary.

Gameshastra Announces an Agreement with Sony Computer Entertainment Europe to Develop a Game on the PlayStation(R)2 Platform using Traditional Indian Sports as the Key Theme
Wed, 30 Jul 2008, 12:38:33 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
HYDERABAD, India, July 30 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Hyderabad and Los Angeles based Gameshastra Inc, announced a partnership with Sony Computer Entertainment Europe (SCEE) to build a game on the PlayStation(R)2 platform for the Global market. The game will feature traditional Indian sports like Kho Kho, Kabaddi, Gulli Danda, etc.

EMRG Media, LLC Launches Hotel Division to Meet Growing Event Planning Demand
Tue, 29 Jul 2008, 20:24:12 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
NEW YORK, N.Y., July 29 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EMRG Media, LLC, New York's leading event planning and marketing company, announced today the launch of its hotel division in New York City. This new division is in response to a growing hotel-industry clientele. Over the last eight years, EMRG Media has conducted event planning and marketing for New York's premier restaurants, event spaces, nightclubs and lounges. Now, they will be adding hotels to their exclusive client roster.

Busy Professionals Can Save Thousands with a Virtual Assistant
Fri, 25 Jul 2008, 15:37:19 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
MT. VERNON, Ill., July 25 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Time and money: two resources busy professionals work hard to gain more of. The Office Next Door opened its virtual doors today, and offers solutions in each of these areas for small businesses and network marketers. By providing virtual administrative support services to business professionals, virtual assistants can save their clients literally thousands of dollars.

Podclass Announced as Recipient of fbFund for Application Built on Facebook(R) Platform
Wed, 23 Jul 2008, 18:47:48 EDT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
SAN DIEGO, Calif., July 23 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Podclass, Inc. announces that their new web services technology that interfaces with Moodle, the leading open-source learning management software system, built on Facebook Platform has been awarded a grant through Facebook's fbFund. (VIDEO - VNR)

Mentoring Success Group Launches 'We Mentor Success' Events for Small Businesses
Tue, 22 Jul 2008, 16:17:55 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
DETROIT, Mich., July 22 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Mentoring Success Group LLC announces a series of events that will help small business owners build their competitive edge in today's difficult economy. The 'We Mentor Success' small business forums offer seminar-style instruction, in-depth networking opportunities, and hands-on workshops and mentoring with experts in small business disciplines including leadership, marketing, and strategic planning.

S+H Construction Announces Renewable Energy Division
Fri, 18 Jul 2008, 12:11:27 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
CAMBRIDGE, Mass., July 18 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- S+H Construction, Inc. of Cambridge, Massachusetts, one of the greater Boston area's premier residential renovation and custom home building companies, is proud to announce the company recently created a Renewable Energy Division. With this new division, S+H can meet the rising tide of residential demand for solar energy.

LTC Financial Partners Named as Long Term Care Insurance Source by Kiplinger's 2nd Year in a Row
Thu, 17 Jul 2008, 10:07:52 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
KIRKLAND, Wash., July 17 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Kiplinger's Retirement Planning 2008, published in the Fall issue of Kiplinger's Personal Finance, includes this advice for seekers of long term care insurance: 'TIP: For help finding a policy, check out LTC Financial Partners (www.ltcfp.com); 866-471-4072, which includes brokers throughout the U.S....' A comparable 'tip' was offered in the 2007 issue of the Kiplinger's guide.

PreViser Corporation Appoints Director of Medical Technology to Expand Further into Medicine
Tue, 15 Jul 2008, 19:41:04 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
MOUNT VERNON, Wash., July 15 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- PreViser Corporation, a leader in oral health risk assessment and management, announced that Dr. Randy R. Nolf, DDS has been appointed as their new Director of Medical Technology. PreViser has the only patented, research-validated software that allows all dental professionals to accurately analyze patients' current oral health and future risk of oral diseases or problems.

China Sage Consultants is Logical First Step to Doing Business in China
Fri, 11 Jul 2008, 10:51:20 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
LOS ANGELES, Calif., July 11 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- China is a global powerhouse and China Sage Consultants, Inc. (CSC) actively assists resource-limited companies to execute business there. They are excited to announce that they have successfully assisted five companies to establish a strong presence in the Chinese market, thereby proving the effectiveness of their China Business Incubator (CBI) model.

Ecologic Leasing Solutions Acquires Captara Corporation
Thu, 26 Jun 2008, 12:20:45 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
WASHINGTON, D.C., June 26 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Ecologic Leasing Solutions announced today that it completed the acquisition of Captara Corporation, a San Francisco, Calif.-based lease management software company, which had been Ecologic's main competitor.

Zip-Ez(TM) HVAC Fasteners are GreenSpec Listed
Tue, 24 Jun 2008, 16:57:02 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
WARWICK, N.Y., June 24 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- J.T. Products' Zip-Ez(TM) the revolutionary fastener for H.V.A.C. insulation has been GreenSpec Listed and will be featured in BuildingGreen Inc.'s GreenSpec Directory(R). The GreenSpec Directory lists environmentally preferable products with an objective to list only the top 5-10 percent environmentally preferable products.

Ga. Secretary of State Karen C. Handel to Address Georgia Association of Business Brokers
Thu, 19 Jun 2008, 13:00:18 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
ATLANTA, Ga., June 19 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Georgia Secretary of State Karen C. Handel, the state's first Republican to hold the office, will speak at the Tuesday, June 24, regular monthly meeting of the Georgia Association of Business Brokers, Inc. (GABB), a statewide group with almost 200 members.

New Marinello Spa Academy Location Opens on Fairfax
Wed, 18 Jun 2008, 18:18:39 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
LOS ANGELES, Calif., June 18 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Marinello Schools of Beauty is pleased to announce the opening of the new Spa Academy on North Fairfax Avenue in Los Angeles. The Academy is an extended campus of Marinello's campus location on Wilshire Boulevard. Join us at our grand opening ribbon cutting on Wednesday, June 25th at 10 a.m. Refreshments will be provided.

Ballantine Corporation Releases 2008 Direct Mail Control Report
Tue, 17 Jun 2008, 11:45:54 EDT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
WAYNE, N.J., June 17 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Ballantine Corporation, a full service direct mail production company, announces the release of their 2008 direct mail control report that analyzes what's working and what's not for direct mail formats. In January of this year, Ballantine surveyed their clients and marketing contacts and compiled a list of direct mail formats that would be tested during the year. (VIDEO)

Media Mayhem Corporation Names Public Relations Pro Douglas Maher as Public Relations Specialist
Mon, 16 Jun 2008, 11:18:43 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
LOS ANGELES, Calif., June 16 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Media Mayhem Corporation (MMC) announces Thursday the addition of Public Relations Pro Douglas Maher as the company's new Public Relations Specialist, creating yet another in a long line of strategic moves to advance the company to greater heights in its goal to become the top online advertising and marketing agency in the world.

Internationally Renowned Fertility Educator and Patient Advocate Partners with Sher Institutes for Reproductive Medicine
Mon, 09 Jun 2008, 10:12:07 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
LAS VEGAS, Nev., June 9 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Sher Institutes for Reproductive Medicine(R) announced today that Pamela Madsen has been named as Director of Client/Practice Relations to service its 15 offices across the United States. Additionally, Ms. Madsen will be representing ReproCure, a reproductive genetics laboratory, to help promote its mission of providing fertility preservation (egg freezing/banking) services to fertility clinics.

American Financial Strategies (AFS) Launches Investment Revolution to Match CEOs with Wealth-Qualified Investors
Fri, 06 Jun 2008, 18:44:17 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
SAN CLEMENTE, Calif., June 6 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- American Financial Strategies (AFS) and its experienced executive team of professionals officially launched its unique and exclusive CEO / investor matching service today. AFS offers CEOs the opportunity to raise critically needed capital by providing strong awareness programs that communicate directly with the industry's largest data base of premium wealth qualified investors.

Life Settlement Firm Increases Capacity
Wed, 04 Jun 2008, 11:30:37 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
PHILADELPHIA, Pa., June 4 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Milestone Providers, a Pennsylvania based life settlement provider, has announced the completion of their state-of-the-art life settlement acquisition and management software. This advanced software enables Milestone to process and evaluate vast amounts of life insurance policies and portfolios for sale in the secondary market, while maintaining their signature quick turn-around time.

McKinney Rogers Appoints Sir Robert Fry as Non-Executive Director
Thu, 29 May 2008, 17:11:58 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
NEW YORK, N.Y., May 29 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- International business performance consultancy, McKinney Rogers, whose American operation is headquartered in New York City, announced today the appointment of Sir Robert Fry KCB CBE as a non-executive director.

New Tile Testing Laboratory
Mon, 19 May 2008, 14:19:52 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
LYNN, Mass., May 19 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Trusty-Step International, a manufacturer of slip-resistant floor chemicals, announces the opening of their new tile testing laboratory. The new laboratory will test all types of hard mineral surfaces, including tile, marble, granite, etcetera.

This Year's Better Business Bureau Education Foundation Awards Welcomes a Newcomer into its Elite Ranks
Tue, 13 May 2008, 13:31:06 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
HOUSTON, Texas, May 13 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Momentum Transport - the nation's premier auto and freight transport provider - walked away from this year's event with the 2008 Winner of Distinction, the award presented in recognition of Momentum Transport's superior commitment to ethics, overall excellence, and quality in the workplace.

Authentic Italian Restaurant, Bellini Italian Bistro, has now Opened at 510 Ocean Drive, South Beach
Tue, 13 May 2008, 11:31:48 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
MIAMI, Fla., May 13 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Gourmet Cuisine enthusiasts may now enjoy some of the finest Italian food and delicacies in Miami. At Bellini you will find delicious and simple Italian food that hopefully tastes as good as you remember from your last trip to Italy. The restaurant owner, Diego Ucciferri's philosophy is as easy as it is straightforward - 'use the best local ingredients as simply as possible and serve them with flourish and pleasure.'

SolarReserve Hires Top Energy and Technology Expert - Tom Georgis Appointed as Vice President of Development
Mon, 12 May 2008, 13:28:50 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
LOS ANGELES, Calif., May 12 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- SolarReserve, the Los Angeles-based solar thermal power company, has announced the hiring of Tom Georgis as Vice President of Development. Georgis will be responsible for developing solar power projects in the United States and internationally. SolarReserve holds the exclusive license for the breakthrough molten salt power tower technology with energy storage developed by United Technologies Corporation (NYSE:UTX) subsidiary, HS Rocketdyne.

Kazio Networks Launches New Business to Increase Industrial Ethernet Network Productivity and ROI
Mon, 12 May 2008, 07:23:19 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
LEESPORT, Pa., May 12 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Industrial Ethernet is a rapidly growing network infrastructure, and Kazio Networks recently launched a new business to fill the market's niche by providing Industrial Ethernet expertise.

X Cafe Wins SBANE Annual Award for Innovation in Business
Fri, 09 May 2008, 14:18:54 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
PRINCETON, Mass., May 9 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- X Cafe LLC, a manufacturer of coffee extracts, has received the 2008 Award for Innovation in Business by the Smaller Business Association of New England (SBANE). The company was recently honored at a dinner on May 7 in Waltham with the prestigious New England Award.

Renowned Exchange 2007 Expert Joins ENow
Fri, 09 May 2008, 00:24:02 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
ORANGE, Calif., May 9 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- ENow Inc, innovative leaders in deploying Microsoft Exchange 2007 solutions, today announced that renowned Exchange 2007 expert Andy Grogan has joined the company. Andy Grogan has been deploying messaging solutions with Microsoft Exchange since the products beta.

Telovations Opens New Office and Offers Service to Jacksonville, Fla., Businesses
Thu, 08 May 2008, 06:51:08 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
TAMPA, Fla., May 8 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Telovations Inc., a leading provider of hosted voice services to small and medium businesses and branch locations of large enterprises, today announced it has expanded its all-IP Real-Time Network(SM) to the Jacksonville, Fla., metropolitan area. The company has opened a branch office to provide the highest-quality support and service on a local level.

Van Millwork Announces New Employees
Wed, 07 May 2008, 08:02:45 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
NEEDHAM, Mass., May 7 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Van Millwork, New England's leading millwork supplier and interior specialist, located in Needham, Massachusetts, announced the addition of six professionals to their team: Jennifer Driscoll, Marketing Director, John Coulombe, Territory Manager for Essex County, Southern NH and Southern ME, William McIntosh, Territory Manager for CT, Debra Skelley, Business Development Manager, Judy Walzer, Showroom Manager, and Karen McDonald, Executive Assistant.

SARC Releases Expanded Steganography Hash Set
Wed, 30 Apr 2008, 08:08:51 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
FAIRMONT, W.Va., April 30 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Backbone Security, the industry leader in advanced digital steganalysis tools, is pleased to announce the latest version of the Steganography Application Fingerprint Database (SAFDB), the world's largest commercially available hash set exclusive to steganography applications.

DIY: Inexpensive Contraption May Help Save Marriages
Mon, 28 Apr 2008, 20:45:09 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
PAHRUMP, Nev., April 28 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A new device from JBL Innovations called the Wallmarker may be the answer for couples who cannot hang pictures without arguing or calling a handyman. For couples who are not handy, just hanging a picture may require help from a handyman. Not anymore. A new, inexpensive product called The Wallmarker makes it easy for anyone to hang pictures straight every time.

Arclinea Boston Wins Watermark Award for Contemporary Kitchens Designed for Multi-Unit Condominium Development
Wed, 23 Apr 2008, 08:32:40 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
BOSTON, Mass., April 23 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Arclinea Boston, the Italian kitchen design showroom, has won a Watermark Grand Award for kitchens it designed for D4, the luxury condominium development in Boston's South End. Produced by BUILDER and Custom Home magazines, the Watermark Awards honor excellence in kitchen and bath design. Jurors for this year's competition reviewed nearly 150 entries.

Capital Market Technologies (OTC:BB:CMKT) Signs Letter of Agreement with Better ATM Services
Tue, 22 Apr 2008, 01:06:19 GMT — Edited by Debra Tone
MESA, Ariz. and LONDON, U.K., April 22 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Capital Market Technologies (CMT) (OTCBB:CMKT) has reached an agreement with Better ATM Services, Inc. to license the rights to distribute Better ATM Services' patented, groundbreaking technology throughout the European markets. Better ATM Services' breakthrough process enables existing automated teller machines to dispense gift cards and other pre-paid media, premiums, and incentives from ATM trays--just like cash.

Arrowmid Joins SecurWireless VAR Program
Fri, 11 Apr 2008, 18:11:01 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
LANDOVER, Md., April 11 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- SecurWireless, Inc., provider of seamless wireless surveillance solutions for government, state and local, and commercial applications, has named Arrowmid Group Ltd., an Israel communications, security and defense firm, to its SecurVAR program. As the program's first international Value Added Reseller, Arrowmid is the first to market SecurWireless' best of breed wireless surveillance products outside of the United States.

Business Leaders Expect No Growth from the Private Equity Market Over the Next 12 Months, Shows New Research
Tue, 08 Apr 2008, 10:14:26 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
NEW YORK, N.Y., April 8 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- An international survey launched today by global business performance consultancy, McKinney Rogers, finds that senior business executives believe the private equity market will remain stagnant for at least the next 12 months.

HostBridge Technology Achieves Record Revenue in 2007
Tue, 08 Apr 2008, 01:30:44 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
STILLWATER, Okla., April 8 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- HostBridge(R) Technology, the leading provider of mainframe-based software that allows companies to integrate mainframe CICS(R) applications with any type of distributed application, achieved a 28-percent sales increase in 2007 resulting in the highest annual revenues in company history.

Local CEO Appointed to Orange County Business Ethics Council
Thu, 03 Apr 2008, 16:08:24 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
SANTA FE SPRINGS, Calif., April 3 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- In recognition to his dedication to business ethics, Phillip (Phil) M. Ramos, Jr., CEO of Philatron International, Inc, was appointed to the Business Ethics Panel of the upcoming 6th Annual Orange Catholic Foundation Conference on Business and Ethics.

Dallas-Based Bosworth Steel Erectors, Inc. Wins National Award for Work on New Nationals Ballpark in D.C.
Wed, 02 Apr 2008, 01:00:07 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
WASHINGTON, D.C., April 2 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- It has been a very, very good spring for John Bosworth and Bosworth Steel Erectors, Inc., the steel erection company he heads. Innovators in steel construction and modification, Bosworth Steel Erectors just won class III project of the year honors at the recent SEAA Convention (Steel Erectors Association of America) for steel erection on the new Nationals Ballpark in Washington, D.C.

Selling Your Business is Possible in Tough Times
Fri, 28 Mar 2008, 10:45:22 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
SAN JOSE, Calif., March 28 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The California economy may be struggling, but that doesn't mean it's impossible to sell a business. Members of the California Association of Business Brokers (CABB) are seeing a strong future for business sales within the state.

New State-of-the-Art Facility Fuses Consumer Strategy, Creativity and Culinary Technology
Wed, 26 Mar 2008, 11:15:47 GMT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
KANSAS CITY, Kan., March 26 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Food Business Resource has moved into a new and innovative 6,000 square foot state-of-the-art facility that now allows them to provide exciting and new offerings to food-based clientele to propel their brand's growth in the marketplace.

DAXKO Partners with M2SYS to Offer Fingerprint Software Solution to YMCAs
Tue, 25 Mar 2008, 12:20:45 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
ATLANTA, Ga., March 25 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- M2SYS Technology, an award-winning biometric technology research and development firm, announced today that it has finalized an agreement with DAXKO, a leading provider of operations software and services to the YMCA market. The agreement will benefit YMCAs and their members by speeding the flow of critical information and increasing the efficiency of operations.

Management Dynamics Honored With Two Industry Awards
Tue, 25 Mar 2008, 09:38:05 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J., March 25 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Management Dynamics, a leading provider of global trade management solutions, today announced its receipt of two distinctive industry honors. The company has been selected to the 2008 START-IT 125, a listing of the most influential technology providers in the manufacturing space, and its CEO, Jim Preuninger, has been named as a 'Provider Pro' in the '2008 Pros to Know' listing by Supply & Demand Chain Executive Magazine.

Mark Whitacre, Ph.D. Promoted at Cypress Systems, Inc. and a Warner Bros. Movie to be Filmed About Him
Tue, 25 Mar 2008, 02:00:11 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
FRESNO, Calif., March 25 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Cypress Systems, Inc, a Fresno CA based biotechnology company, announced that it has promoted Mark E. Whitacre, Ph.D. to become the company's Chief Operating Officer (COO) and President of Operations. Dr. Whitacre joined the executive management team in December 2006 as President of Technology and Business Development for the new east coast office.

Epeius Biotechnologies Awarded U.S. Patent for Targeted Injectable Gene Delivery In Vivo
Tue, 25 Mar 2008, 01:05:29 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
SAN MARINO, Calif., March 25 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Epeius Biotechnologies Corporation announced today the issue of U.S. Patent No. 7,347,998 for Targeted Gene Delivery in vivo. This patent provides additional intellectual property protection for the platform of highly advanced biotechnologies embodied in the company's leading anti-cancer agent, Rexin-G.

STG Media Corp. Combines Forces with Internet Solutions Provider Salient Digital, Inc. to Form STG Interactive
Wed, 19 Mar 2008, 08:20:55 GMT — Edited by Debra Tone
TEMPE, Ariz., March 19 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- STG Media Corp. is proud to announce it has acquired the internet portfolio and clientele of Salient Digital, Inc., a 7-year-old Internet Development Company. The acquisition will allow STG Media Corp. and STG Retail Direct, Inc., to provide their clients with a wide range of digital marketing services including E-commerce development and Web application design and programming.

F and M Tool and Plastics Announces Opening of Smartware Products Division
Tue, 18 Mar 2008, 11:09:15 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
FRESNO, Calif., March 18 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- F & M Tool and Plastics Inc., in Leominster Mass., a molding firm specializing in manufacturing eco friendly products, has announced the opening of Smartware Products, a division of F & M Tool and Plastics, a sales and distribution center in the Central Valley of California.

Caribsoft Infosystems Has Been Assessed and Certified as Meeting the Requirements of the Prestigious ISO 9001:2000 Certification
Thu, 13 Mar 2008, 10:45:18 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
CALCUTTA, India, March 13 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Caribsoft Infosystems Pvt Ltd (Caribsoft India), has been assessed and certified as meeting the requirements of the prestigious ISO 9001:2000 certification for design, development, testing and implementation of software projects.

Perception Software Signs Partnership Agreement with Siemens PLM Software
Tue, 11 Mar 2008, 02:01:37 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
AUSTIN, Texas, March 11 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Perception Software today announced an agreement with Siemens PLM Software to integrate Perception's EDAConnect(TM) family of products with Siemens PLM Software's Teamcenter(R) product lifecycle management (PLM) software portfolio. As part of this agreement Perception Software will sell and support EDAConnect integrated directly with Teamcenter as a Siemens Solution Program PLM Software Partner. The product will be marketed as EDAConnect-Teamcenter.

Trans Marine Propulsion Systems, Inc. Secures West-Coast and British Columbia Distributorship for Lehmann and Michels, GmbH
Tue, 11 Mar 2008, 01:09:26 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
SEATTLE, Wash., March 11 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Seattle-based Trans Marine Propulsion Systems, Inc. (TMPS), known worldwide for their diesel service and engineering department, has secured the distribution, sales and service agreement with Lehmann & Michels, GmbH. (Lemag) of Hamburg, Germany, for the west coast of the United States, which includes Alaska and Hawaii. This agreement also extends to British Columbia, Canada.

Relios Jewelry Wraps up 2007 as Biggest Year Ever
Thu, 06 Mar 2008, 13:19:46 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M., March 6 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- 2007 will go down in the books as a banner year for Relios Jewelry, America's largest manufacturer of natural lifestyle designer jewelry. Relios saw gross sales skyrocket in 2007 to more than 30-percent over 2006.

Gorell Receives Energy Star Award for Fifth Consecutive Year
Thu, 06 Mar 2008, 10:35:19 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
INDIANA, Pa., March 6 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Gorell Windows & Doors has again been recognized as the only window manufacturer in the country to receive the prestigious ENERGY STAR(R) Partner of the Year 'Sustained Excellence' Award. Gorell received the award for the third consecutive year - from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) - for its continued leadership in protecting the environment through energy efficiency.

Eliminate Laundry from the To-Do List: Laundry Limo Picks up and Delivers
Thu, 28 Feb 2008, 09:00:38 GMT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
DALLAS, Texas, Feb. 28 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The hamper is full, the kids are screaming and the phone is ringing. Who has time for laundry? Laundry Limo, LLC, serving the Dallas/Fort Worth area, has the answer and the time. With one phone call, or click of the mouse, laundry is picked up, processed and safely delivered back home.

Triumph from Tragedy: Self-Made Hip-Hop Artist SOLOW13 Spreads the TRUTH
Wed, 27 Feb 2008, 14:50:08 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
LOS ANGELES, Calif., Feb. 27 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Underground Mexican hip-hop artist/entrepreneur, SOLOW13, breaks the music game wide open by establishing his own label, TRUTH LOVES LA WFAMILIA, LLC or simply LAWFAMILIA, LLC. The new imprint is a collaborative partnership between SOLOW13 and famed West Coast label, Latin Thug Records - best known for being founded by Cypress Hill's Sen Dog and home to the Reyes Brothers, B Real's 'Gunslinger' albums and many other notable releases.

AERC.com, Inc. Bolsters Com-Cycle's 'HIPAA Data Compliance' Services with Key Acquisition
Tue, 26 Feb 2008, 12:47:59 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
FLANDERS, N.J., Feb. 26 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- AERC.com, Inc., the nation's leading full-service secure data management and recycling company, announces the expansion of its secure data destruction and disposal operations as a result of assets acquired Monday, January 7, from DynTek, a leading technology services provider.

Imagine Tomorrow Attains 33 Percent Share of Computer-Based Early Childhood Education Market
Tue, 26 Feb 2008, 02:02:15 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
WESTWOOD, N.J., Feb. 26 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Imagine Tomorrow, a leading provider of computer classes developmentally designed for young learners, announced today that the company has attained a 33 percent share of the computer-based early childhood education market.

Stephen King Joins LocaModa via Facebook, Monster and Dotomi
Thu, 21 Feb 2008, 13:16:34 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
CAMBRIDGE, Mass. - Feb. 21 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- LocaModa Inc., a leading out-of-home social platform provider, announced today that Stephen W. King has joined the company as Vice President of Sales. Mr. King has over 10 years of experience selling interactive advertising and social media at Dotomi, Monster and Facebook.

ONEsite, Inc. acquires Social Platform LLC
Thu, 21 Feb 2008, 09:00:53 GMT — Edited by Debra Tone
OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. and LOS ANGELES, Calif. - Feb. 21 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- ONEsite Inc., the leading provider of enterprise community and social networking software, announced today the completion of its acquisition of Social Platform LLC, well recognized as a key player in the custom white label social networking software space.

Petrobras World's Most Sustainable Oil/Gas Company 2008
Thu, 21 Feb 2008, 03:00:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
MADRID, Spain - Feb. 21 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Petrobras is the world's most sustainable oil/gas company according to the 5th annual oil/gas ranking by the sustainability research and rating firm Management & Excellence (M&E, Madrid & Sao Paulo). The M&E ranking, marketed with Oil&Gas Journal Online, measures oil/gas companies' compliance with 387 accepted international standards in sustainability.

TenthGate International, Inc. Retains Sandler Communications
Tue, 19 Feb 2008, 08:30:49 GMT — Edited by Debra Tone
BRADENTON, Fla. - Feb. 19 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- TenthGate International, Inc. (OTCPK: TGTI / TGTI.pk), ('TenthGate'), an innovative medical holding company uniquely positioned to acquire and for development of life changing technologies, announced today the engagement of Sandler Communications, LLC ('SC'), a financial communications company, to assist TenthGate with its public and investor communications.

Titan Wood Announces Opening of Americas' Headquarters
Fri, 15 Feb 2008, 07:00:42 GMT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
DALLAS, Texas - Feb. 15 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Titan Wood has announced the official opening of its Americas' headquarters office in Dallas, Texas. The company's CEO and several other top executives will be based in Dallas. 'In light of demand throughout the Americas, we are pleased to be increasing our presence in the U.S.,' Willy Patterson-Brown, Chairman, Titan Wood, said.

John P. Casciano Joins OMNIPLEX as President of its Wholly-Owned Subsidiary, OMNISEC International Investigations, Inc.
Thu, 14 Feb 2008, 11:38:43 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
CHANTILLY, Va. - Feb. 14 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- OMNISEC International Investigations, Inc., the trusted leader in personal security investigations services, today announced that Major General (USAF Retired) John Casciano has joined the company as President of its wholly owned subsidiary, OMNISEC International Investigations, Inc. General Casciano will be a member of the OMNIPLEX World Services Corporation Executive Team and lead the day-to-day operations of OMNISEC.

Telovations and Tech Data U.S. Partner to Deliver Managed Voice Services
Thu, 14 Feb 2008, 03:00:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
TAMPA, Fla. - Feb. 14 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Telovations Inc. and Tech Data Corporation (Nasdaq GS: TECD) today announced a strategic partnership designed to extend Telovations' Managed Voice Services to select Tech Data resellers in 16 U.S. markets. Tech Data will offer its resellers the ability to promote Telovations' Managed Voice Services to their customer base.

Florida Private Investigator Coaches on How to Start Up an Investigative Agency
Mon, 11 Feb 2008, 15:58:10 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
PENSACOLA, Fla. - Feb. 11 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Is your inner P.I. waiting to be released? Do you question your neighbors, rent Magnum P.I. reruns and have an obsession with dark corners and disguises? If so, John Krause's recently re-released, 'The Private Investigator's Guide' (ISBN: 978-0-615-13411-6), may be just what the doctor ordered.

Alpha Red selects BandCon to Provide Backbone, Peering Services
Fri, 08 Feb 2008, 12:35:16 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
COSTA MESA, Calif. - Feb. 8 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- BandCon today announced that it has been selected by Alpha Red, Inc., a dedicated server hosting provider and Internet service provider headquartered in Houston, Texas, to facilitate the company's peering initiative. Under the terms of the multiple-year agreement, BandCon has installed and will maintain the connectivity of Alpha Red's private national backbone that connects all the major metropolitan areas of the United States.

Cengea Solutions Inc. acquires Inform Network for Systems Management Limited
Tue, 05 Feb 2008, 09:11:28 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
VANCOUVER, B.C. Canada - Feb. 5 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Cengea Solutions Inc. announces today that it has acquired the assets of Inform Network for Systems Management Limited. Cengea and Inform have been the two dominant suppliers of spatially enabled information systems to the forest products industry in Canada and have had growing success in providing systems to the forest products industry in the United States.

Global Quarters Launches World's First Fractional Ownership Brokerage
Thu, 31 Jan 2008, 08:49:16 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. - Jan. 31 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Global Quarters, Inc. has announced its formation as the world's first fractional ownership brokerage, addressing changing trends in the international real estate marketplace. 'Three things are changing where and how Americans buy real estate: retiring baby boomers, inherited wealth and technology,' says Global Quarters' founder and veteran real estate broker Paula Gold-Nocella.

For Second Year in a Row, Kitchen Design Firm Arclinea Boston Named #1 by Local Citysearch Users
Wed, 30 Jan 2008, 12:45:42 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
BOSTON, Mass. - Jan. 30 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Arclinea Boston, the area's premier contemporary custom kitchen design firm, has been voted best in the 'Home Decor' category by visitors to Citysearch.com's Boston website for the second year in a row. Arclinea Boston is the flagship U.S. showroom for the Italian manufacturer of exceptionally functional contemporary kitchens.

Frank J. Mercardante Resigns from 1st Pacific Bancorp Board of Directors
Fri, 25 Jan 2008, 11:00:49 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
SAN DIEGO, Calif. - Jan. 25 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- 1st Pacific Bancorp (NASDAQ: FPBN) announced today that Frank J. Mercardante, a member of the board of directors of 1st Pacific Bancorp since July 2007, resigned from the Company's board. Prior to his appointment as a director of 1st Pacific Bancorp, Mr. Mercardante was Chairman and CEO of Placer Sierra Bank and previously was President and Chief Executive Officer of Southwest Community Bancorp since 1998.

SolarReserve Announces Hiring of Distinguished Solarthermal Power Technology Expert
Thu, 24 Jan 2008, 13:18:02 GMT — Edited by Debra Tone
LOS ANGELES, Calif. - Jan. 24 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- SolarReserve, the Los Angeles-based solar thermal power company that has licensed an innovative energy storage technology for on-demand utility-scale solar power, today announced the appointment of William R. Gould, Jr. to serve as Chief Technical Officer.

Travelong Receives Award from Delta Airlines
Thu, 24 Jan 2008, 10:33:04 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
NEW YORK CITY, N.Y. - Jan. 24 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Delta Airlines presented its yearly sales award to Travelong.com in recognition for its Outstanding Performance in 2007. A spokesperson from Delta noted that the award is rarely granted and Travelong is one of only seven companies this year to receive this notable achievement.

SolarReserve Announces Appointment of Top Power Plant Development Expert
Fri, 18 Jan 2008, 12:39:21 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
LOS ANGELES, Calif. - Jan. 18 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- SolarReserve, the Los Angeles-based solar thermal company that has recently commercialized an innovative heat storage technology that provides utility-scale solar power on demand, today announced that Kevin Smith has been hired to serve as Chief Operating Officer and Head of Development.

Implementation Solutions Celebrates its Newest Office
Mon, 14 Jan 2008, 09:35:01 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Jan. 14 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Implementation Solutions LLC, a technology consulting firm that services global investment management customers, announced today that it has formulated a subsidiary organization in Australia named Implementation Solutions PTY LTD. Simultaneously it also announced the opening of its seventh office, this time on Kent Street in Sydney, Australia.

NWStealth Joins SecurWireless VAR Program
Mon, 14 Jan 2008, 09:12:01 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
LANDOVER, Md. - Jan. 14 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- SecurWireless, Inc., provider of wireless video surveillance solutions for government, state and local, and commercial applications, has named NWStealth, a division of Full Blast Technologies Inc, to its newly launched SecurVAR program. As the program's first Value Added Reseller, NWStealth is the first to receive marketing and sales advantages that enable them to offer best of breed wireless surveillance products.

Insurance Professional Trades in Ties for T-shirts and Creates Positive Messages
Fri, 11 Jan 2008, 12:10:41 GMT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
LOS ANGELES, Calif. - Jan. 11 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- After 39 years of working as an insurance professional, Bob Johnson of the Bob Johnson Project, decided it was time for a change. Upon retiring, he traded in his ties for t-shirts and has worked with a designer to create a t-shirt line with a positive message.

Local Jewelry Manufacturer Recognized for being Environmentally Conscious
Wed, 09 Jan 2008, 11:00:52 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. - Jan. 9 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Relios Jewelry, a company nationally recognized for its customer focus, merchandising teamwork, innovation, and operational excellence, now has more accolades to boast - this time in the arena of 'Good Environmental Practices.' The Albuquerque Bernalillo County Water Utility Department's Pollution Prevention Staff has awarded America's largest manufacturer of authentic American-made jewelry with not one but two prestigious honors.

Det-Tronics Receives FM approval for its Eagle Quantum Premier(R) Supervising System
Thu, 03 Jan 2008, 13:41:57 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. - Jan. 3 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Det-Tronics Corporation (Detector Electronics) today announced that it has received FM approval on its Proprietary Supervising Station System, defined in NFPA 72 2002, for use with the Eagle Quantum Premier(R) (EQP) system.

Keith J. Powell Named Vice President of Sales at Telovations
Fri, 28 Dec 2007, 01:30:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
TAMPA, Fla. - Dec. 28 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Telovations Inc. today announced that Keith J. Powell has been named vice president of sales. Keith will be responsible for commercial direct sales, enterprise sales and the channel partner sales groups. He will report directly to the company president and CEO. Keith brings his more than 20 years of senior sales management experience in telecom and related industries to Telovations.

U.S. Facilities, Inc. Announces New COO
Wed, 19 Dec 2007, 11:33:51 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
PHILADELPHIA, Pa. - Dec. 19 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- U.S. Facilities, Inc. (USF), a leading facilities maintenance and infrastructure support services firm based in Philadelphia, has announced Mr. William H. McAfee, III as its new Chief Operating Officer. The announcement, which was issued on Tuesday by the company's President and Chief Executive Officer, James C. Dobrowolski, will take effect immediately.

PowerFlite Communications Wins NevaSlip(TM) Advertising and Branding Account to Support National Expansion
Tue, 11 Dec 2007, 09:27:14 GMT — Edited by Debra Tone
QUINCY, Mass. - Dec. 11 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- PowerFlite Communications, an advertising, design, and branding firm headquartered in Quincy, Massachusetts, has been hired by the NevaSlip(TM) brand to promote that company's recent nationwide expansion

GateKeeper USA, Inc. Announced Today the Appointment of a New Slate of Board of Directors
Thu, 06 Dec 2007, 14:16:37 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
GAITERSBURG, Md. - Dec. 6 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- GateKeeper USA, Inc., formerly Legendary Superstars, Inc. (Pink Sheets: LSPS / LSPS.pk) announced today the appointment of A. John Leontakianakos and Nicholas Canakakis to its Board of Directors. GateKeeper USA is engaged in the maritime container industry as it relates to container security and protection.

Federal Judge Issues $780,000 Damage Award and Permanent Injunction Against Cyber-Pirate
Thu, 06 Dec 2007, 08:30:48 GMT — Edited by Debra Tone
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. - Dec. 6 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Cyber-Pirates beware: This week, SearchSystems.net, a highly regarded site for researching public records around the world, obtained a judgment of $780,000 in U.S. District Court (case C07-01918) against convicted Cyber-Pirate Mark Musselman and his website, www.courtsonline.org, it was announced today by Novo Law Group, P.C.

Announcing the Launch of Affinity Healthcare
Tue, 04 Dec 2007, 08:37:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
BUFFALO GROVE, Ill. - Dec. 4 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The internal medicine/family practice medical group practices formerly named Greater Northwest Medical Group, North Suburban Internists and Adult Care Specialists have merged to become Affinity Healthcare, LLC.

Protium Technologies Announces Partnership Agreement with Software Radio Leader, Vanu(R) Inc.
Wed, 28 Nov 2007, 08:27:56 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
NORTHBOROUGH, Mass. - Nov. 28 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Protium Technologies, Inc. and Vanu, Inc. have signed a teaming agreement formalizing their business relationship. Under terms of the agreement, Protium will continue to design, develop and manufacture a line of RF front-end equipment to meet the requirements of Vanu's leading-edge, software defined radio architecture.

SeaNet Company Adds New Yacht to Fleet
Wed, 28 Nov 2007, 07:43:42 GMT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. - Nov. 28 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- SeaNet Company, Inc., a leader in fractional-yacht ownership, is excited to announce their latest fleet addition, the 60-foot Manhattan, which promises to deliver unparalleled performance combined with industry-leading luxury.

Authernative Granted U.S. Patent on Key Conversion Method for Communication Session Encryption and Authentication System
Mon, 26 Nov 2007, 09:36:41 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
REDWOOD CITY, Calif. - Nov. 26 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Authernative, Inc., the developer of innovative user authentication and identity management technologies, announced today that the United States Patent & Trademark Office has granted the company its patent for a key conversion method.

USMotivation Announces New Meetings Alliance and Partnership
Mon, 19 Nov 2007, 10:34:21 GMT — Edited by Debra Tone
ATLANTA, Ga. - Nov. 19 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- USMotivation, a GA-based incentive management company, today announced the creation of a strategic partnership with MeetingAdvice to better address the needs of the meetings market.

Dead Internet Startup Comes Back to Life - FreeOverstock Resurrected as CostsZero
Tue, 13 Nov 2007, 10:44:34 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
LOS ANGELES, Calif. - Nov. 13 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- In less time than it took its URL to propagate across the world wide web, internet startup freeoverstock.com operated by New Venture Company was flat-lining by Monday morning and pronounced dead (i.e. offline) by late Tuesday. Possibly one of the shortest-lived internet startups in history, considering it was launched only the Thursday before.

CRNC and Digital Providers Form Service Provider Atlantic Metro Communications
Thu, 08 Nov 2007, 08:30:38 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Nov. 8 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- James Cornman and Stephen Klenert, two well-known executives on the New York technology scene, have joined forces to create a new managed internet services provider (ISP) known as Atlantic Metro Communications. All services previously provided will continue uninterrupted and will benefit from the merged network infrastructure and increased operational support staff.

Bantam Recognized in 2007 Inc. 5000
Mon, 05 Nov 2007, 12:34:22 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
NEW YORK, N.Y. and AUSTIN, Texas - Nov. 5 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Inc. recognized Bantam Electronics, Inc., a leading provider of high mix electronics manufacturing services for emerging companies, on its inaugural Inc. 5,000 list of the fastest-growing private companies in the country. The Inc. 5,000, an extension of Inc. magazine's annual Inc. 500 list, catches many businesses that are too big to grow at the pace required to make the Inc. 500.

Announcing Always Best Care Senior Services Expansion into the Littleton / Denver, Colorado Area
Thu, 01 Nov 2007, 12:45:02 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
DENVER, Colo. - Oct. 31 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Always Best Care Senior Services has expanded into the Littleton/Denver, Colorado area. America's premier In-Home Care, Assisted Living Placement Service, and Personal Response Company, is proud to announce seniors in Littleton/Denver can now rely on Always Best Care Senior Services for outstanding care.

Arclinea Boston Wins Two Gold Awards at 2007 Prism Awards
Wed, 31 Oct 2007, 10:43:55 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
BOSTON, Mass. - Oct. 31 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Arclinea Boston is the winner of two 2007 PRISM Gold Awards, for Best Remodeling of a Kitchen Over $100,000 and Best Remodeling of a Kitchen $50,000 - $100,000. Presented by the Builders Association of Greater Boston (BAGB) on Wednesday, October 24 at the Park Plaza Hotel, the PRISM Awards honor exceptional building, design, sales, and marketing.

American Information Strategies, Inc. Forms Strategic Partnership with Powerhouse Business Leader
Fri, 26 Oct 2007, 21:29:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
SAN CLEMENTE, Calif. - Oct. 26 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- American Information Strategies (AIS), a premier investor lead generation company based in San Clemente, CA, recently entered into a strategic partnership agreement with Ron Huntington, partner of Verne Harnish, author of 'Mastering the Rockefeller Habits.' Renowned for his keen insights and expertise, Mr. Huntington is a distinguished business leader with over 30 years of entrepreneurial, ownership, and management experience.

DaveCo Industries Drives it Home with New Stake Driving Tool Line
Tue, 23 Oct 2007, 15:00:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
GARLAND, Texas - Oct. 23 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- DaveCo Industries recently entered into an agreement to acquire the The Striker(TM) product line from Simmons Tool LLC. The deal gives DaveCo all rights to manufacture and market the innovative stake driving tools both domestically and abroad. Dealers are currently being established in the U.S. and Canada, while international channels are also under development.

Oilsource Holding Group Inc. and Abundant Biofuels Corporation Form Joint Venture to Produce Biodiesel in Colombia
Mon, 22 Oct 2007, 23:02:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
BOGOTA, COLOMBIA and MONTEREY, Calif. - Oct. 22 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Oilsource Holding Group announced that it has joined with Abundant Biofuels Corporation to begin producing biodiesel from non-food crops in Colombia. Abundant Biofuels Colombia SRL has identified a strong interest from private and government sector.

CADFORCE, Inc. Announces Hiring of Former RTKL Principal and National Quality Expert
Mon, 22 Oct 2007, 22:30:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
LOS ANGELES, Calif. - Oct. 22 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- CADFORCE, the Los Angeles-based global leader in outsourced architectural services, today announced the hiring of Cliff Moser, AIA, MSQA-LEED(R) AP as Vice President of Architecture. Moser, a licensed architect with over 30 years of architecture and construction experience, is an authority on quality control and is the author of numerous articles and whitepapers.

Marine Exploration Ventures Employs State-of-the-Art Contract to Insulate Against Foreign Interference
Mon, 22 Oct 2007, 21:39:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
MIAMI, Fla. - Oct. 22 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Marine Exploration International (MEI) (OTC Pink Sheets: MEXP / MEXP.pk), through its joint-venture partner, Hispaniola Ventures, LLC, now has the benefit of innovative host country legal contracts; they will be used to protect all marine exploration projects.

Neotrope Announces Launch of PRTrax Reader Tracking for PR Business Intelligence
Fri, 19 Oct 2007, 20:21:00 GMT — Edited by Debra Tone
TORRANCE, Calif. - Oct. 19 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Neotrope(R), a leading California-based advertising, PR, and technology company established 1983, today announced the launch of its new PRTrax(TM) Reader Tracking solution, the first service of its kind in the industry. PRTrax allows marketing departments and public relations professionals to track press release readership data across multiple news sites in the Neotrope News Network, including Send2Press(R), and California Newswire(R).

The Los Angeles Times Completes Sale of Recycler Classifieds to Target Media Partners
Wed, 17 Oct 2007, 23:59:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
LOS ANGELES, Calif. - Oct. 17 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Los Angeles Times Media Group today announced the sale of Recycler Classifieds, publisher of four editions of the pioneering Recycler free classified advertising paper and eleven weekly and bi-weekly photo ad and employment guides throughout Southern California, as well as operator of the popular Recycler.com website, to Target Media Partners.

DaveCo Achieves AS9100 Certification
Tue, 16 Oct 2007, 15:59:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
GARLAND, Texas - Oct. 16 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- DaveCo Industries recently demonstrated its commitment to quality and continuous improvement by achieving certification to AS9100, which has been adopted as the quality standard for the Aerospace Industry. Shortly after the recent certification audit of DaveCo's management system and processes, the company received an audit score of 98.3. DaveCo is now officially certified to AS9100 and ISO 9001:2000.

Panini and KIC Products Announce the Release of a Panini Waffletechnology Check Processor Cleaning Card for Use in the Panini My Vison X(R) Check Scanner
Fri, 12 Oct 2007, 21:56:00 GMT — Edited by Debra Tone
AUBURN, Maine - Oct. 12 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Panini and KIC Products are pleased to announce the release of the Panini Waffletechnology Check Processor Cleaning Card. This product is designed to work with Panini My Vision X(R) Check Scanners through strategic positioning of the Waffletechnology design.

Marine Exploration Inc. Announces Pink Sheet Trading Stock Symbol MEXP
Wed, 10 Oct 2007, 19:03:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
MIAMI, Fla. - Oct. 10 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Marine Exploration Inc. (MEI) begins Pink Sheet trading (OTC Pink Sheets MEXP / MEXP.pk) with over $600,000,000.00 in treasure-salvage contracts. MEI joined forces with legendary treasure explorer and salvager, Burt Webber, to begin salvage operations in the Caribbean. Primarily designed for treasure seekers, MEI brings together world-renowned, successful explorers, researchers and skilled divers to locate and salvage treasure ships.

Stabilus Appoints Anthony Haba to President
Mon, 08 Oct 2007, 18:32:00 GMT — Edited by Debra Tone
GASTONIA, N.C. - Oct. 8 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Stabilus, the world market leader in the design and manufacture of gas springs and hydraulic dampers, has appointed Anthony 'Tony' Haba as President Stabilus Inc. Mr. Haba will be responsible for Stabilus business operations in the North American market with facilities in North Carolina, Mexico and Michigan.

Jacob Holtz Company Acquires Table Shox(R)
Tue, 02 Oct 2007, 21:34:00 GMT — Edited by Debra Tone
PHILADELPHIA, Pa. - Oct. 2 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Jacob Holtz Company has acquired the product line Table Shox(R) from Fundamental Design, Inc., a British Columbia Corporation. Table Shox is an automatic, self-adjusting, hydraulic glide that replaces manual table glides

CYNACON/OCuSOFT (OCuSOFT, Inc.) Names Katherine M. Mastrota, M.S., O.D. to Medical Scientific Advisory Board
Tue, 02 Oct 2007, 18:50:00 GMT — Edited by Debra Tone
RICHMOND, Texas - Oct. 2 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- CYNACON / OCuSOFT (OCuSOFT, Inc.), a company specializing in ophthalmic research, development and supply to ophthalmologists and optometrists, is pleased to announce the appointment of Katherine Mastrota, M.S., O.D., to its Optometric Scientific Advisory Board.

CADFORCE, Inc. Bolsters BIM and Green Capabilities With Hiring of International AEC Technology Expert
Mon, 01 Oct 2007, 17:28:00 GMT — Edited by Debra Tone
LOS ANGELES, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- CADFORCE, the Los Angeles-based global leader in outsourced architectural services, today announced the hiring of David Gerber, Ph.D., as Vice President of Innovation. Dr. Gerber is a specialist in architectural, engineering, and construction (AEC) technology.

Spirit Drilling and Completion Fluids Expands to Rockies, Renames Dynamic Drilling Fluids Operations
Fri, 28 Sep 2007, 15:00:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
HOUSTON, Texas and DENVER, Colo. - Sept. 28 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Spirit Drilling and Completion Fluids announced today that Dynamic Drilling Fluids of Denver, Co. will combine with the company, expanding Spirit's operations into the Rocky Mountain region. The company will be renamed Spirit Drilling and Completion Fluids, LTD and will be a key component in Spirit's expansion.

Executive Search Firm Opens New Office in Everett Washington
Thu, 27 Sep 2007, 16:43:00 GMT — Edited by Debra Tone
EVERETT, Wash. - Sept. 27 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Sales Talent Inc., a national executive search firm, opened its second office Sept. in Everett to provide consulting services to local and national companies. Sales Talent Inc. will reside in the Everett Public Market Building on the third floor and will be employing eight to 10 new consultants.

Quik Pod(TM) Brings Facebook Photos and YouTube Videos into Focus
Thu, 20 Sep 2007, 03:42:00 GMT — Edited by Debra Tone
TORONTO, Ontario - Sept. 20 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- If you're the photographer and trying to get in the picture with your favorite celebrity, what do you do? Celebrity-seeker Selena Tee has pages on FaceBook filled with her and star photos from last week's Toronto Film Festival. 'I've been disappointed by bad photos that often can't be retaken. I have a picture of me and George Clooney's jaw!' says Tee. However, she was recently introduced to Quik Pod(TM), the world's first handheld extendable tripod, developed by Fromm Works, Inc.

Go Back to Cool with Career and Corporate Cool(TM)
Mon, 17 Sep 2007, 20:09:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
BROOKLYN, N.Y. - Sept. 17 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- CELEBRATE the first week of autumn on September 25, 2007 with an all (work) day long promotional event that will include exclusive online content, hourly giveaways and more from Rachel C. Weingarten aka Ms. Biz Manners, author of 'Career and Corporate Cool(TM): How to Look, Dress and Act the Part - At Every Stage of Your Career' (Wiley; ISBN 978-0-470-12034-7).

Trans Marine Propulsion Systems, Inc. (TMPS), the West Coast's Premier Diesel Engine Service Company, Adds New Service to Ease Engine Installation and Assure Optimum Performance
Mon, 17 Sep 2007, 03:28:00 GMT — Edited by Debra Tone
SEATTLE, Wash. - Sept. 17 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Seattle-based Trans Marine Propulsion Systems, Inc. (TMPS) - known worldwide for their diesel service and engineering department - now adds a new service to their mix, engine performance analysis and installation of Lehmann & Michels, GmbH (Lemag) measuring instruments. Lemag has been in business since 1911 and is represented in North America by their agent Danica Diesel.

Trans Marine Propulsion Systems, Inc. (TMPS), the West Coast's Premier Diesel Engine Service Company, Adds New Service to Ease Engine Installation and Assure Optimum Performance
Mon, 17 Sep 2007, 03:28:00 GMT — Edited by Debra Tone
SEATTLE, Wash. - Sept. 17 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Seattle-based Trans Marine Propulsion Systems, Inc. (TMPS) - known worldwide for their diesel service and engineering department - now adds a new service to their mix, engine performance analysis and installation of Lehmann & Michels, GmbH (Lemag) measuring instruments. Lemag has been in business since 1911 and is represented in North America by their agent Danica Diesel.

Business and Lifestyle News Summary for Week Ending Sept. 14, 2007
Fri, 14 Sep 2007, 23:27:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
LOS ANGELES, Calif. - Sept. 14 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The weekly news feature summary from the Send2Press Wire Service includes this week: Capla Kesting Fine Art announced plans to build a 'CIA Cell Tower' in NYC; BadFun introduced Sugar Lips edible lip glosses; and a new website, 'From The Front,' takes viewers on a tour through the trenches with Iraq soldier blog entries and videos.

Cell Phones, iPods, MP3 Players and Habit Braker Enterprises Now Bring a Very Real Health Solution to Everyone
Wed, 12 Sep 2007, 16:56:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
MENIFEE, Calif. - Sept. 12 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Habit Braker Enterprises Inc., a privately held California corporation, has developed a new and highly effective way to help everyone make it to their healthy goals! Using short, healthy issue specific messages, that last only between seconds and about a minute, that have been developed to be placed into portable audio devices.

Futron Awarded NASA JSC Strategic Planning and Business Management Support Contract
Wed, 05 Sep 2007, 16:30:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
BETHESDA, Md. - Sept. 5 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- On Tuesday, September 4, 2007, Futron Corporation announced the award of the Strategic Planning and Business Management Support contract by NASA Johnson Space Center. This contract will support NASA's Space Shuttle transition and retirement efforts as the Agency moves to retire the space shuttle and develop the next generation vehicle.

Two New Web Sites Provide Free Information and Assistance to Business Managers
Wed, 29 Aug 2007, 17:56:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
LAS CRUCES, N.M. - Aug. 29 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- ROK Southwest, Inc. has recently launched two new web sites to provide free information and resources to business unit managers and business communicators. One focuses on business unit management, project management, business unit IT issues, and the communication of business information.

Solar Communications Invests More Than $10 Million in New Equipment and Capabilities
Wed, 29 Aug 2007, 17:27:00 GMT — Edited by Debra Tone
NAPERVILLE, Ill. - Aug. 29 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Solar Communications, a full-service print and production provider, has completed its capabilities expansion begun in 2006, with more than $10 million in capital investments over the past few months. These latest acquisitions further support the company's refined focus as a complete marketing services partner.

XShot Revolution Brings a New Focus to MySpace, Facebook, and YouTube Users
Tue, 28 Aug 2007, 14:58:00 GMT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. - Aug. 28 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Originally designed to help people take photos of themselves without the inevitable arm extension, XShot, LLC, announces a product that is gaining popularity in still photography, and the video industry as well.

Ash Brokerage Corp. Opens Houston Operation
Tue, 21 Aug 2007, 21:00:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
FORT WAYNE, Ind. - Aug. 21 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Ash Brokerage Corporation today announced that it is expanding its market presence with the opening of a sales and service office located in Houston, Texas. Ash Brokerage is one of the largest independently owned general agencies and financial service providers in the U.S.

HotGigs Inc. Names Gregg Bjork Executive Vice President of Sales
Tue, 21 Aug 2007, 19:12:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. - Aug. 21 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- HotGigs Inc., an innovator in web-based contract workforce solutions, announced that it has appointed Gregg Bjork as its new vice president of sales. Bjork has 15 years of senior management experience and more than 23 years experience in software and technology businesses.

Sdoia-Satz Announces Opening of Division of Music Education Consultants and Clinicians (DIMECC)
Tue, 21 Aug 2007, 18:32:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
MIAMI, Fla. - Aug. 21 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Ms. Phyllis Sdoia-Satz, well-known educator, author, pianist, composer, clinician, lecturer and Owner/Executive Director of the prestigious music school, Sdoia-Satz Music Institute (The Husky Gang School) in Miami, Florida has, this week, announced the opening of a new division of the school: DIMECC, the Division of Music Education Consultants and Clinicians.

MMDI's Rebound HRD(TM) Receives FDA 510(k) Clearance
Tue, 21 Aug 2007, 15:46:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. - Aug. 21 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Minnesota Medical Development, Inc. (MMDI) today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted 510(k) clearance to its new Rebound HRD(TM) (Hernia Repair Device). The Rebound HRD is intended to assist in the repair and/or reinforcement of hernia or other soft tissue defects where weakness exists and where the support of a nonabsorbable material is preferred.

Meriden Connecticut Attorney Continues Work at United Nations
Fri, 17 Aug 2007, 19:30:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
MERIDEN, Conn. - Aug. 17 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The American Bar Association (ABA) recently re-appointed Houston Putnam Lowry as one of their representatives to the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC). Attorney Lowry has represented the ABA (and other organizations, including the Economic Commission of Europe) at the United Nations for years on a variety of topics.

Little Scoops Dishes Up Three New Franchises
Fri, 17 Aug 2007, 20:30:00 GMT — Edited by Debra Tone
NANUET, N.Y. - Aug. 17 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Children's birthday parties spell success for Michelle Violetto and Tanya Ehrlich, the co-founders of L.S. Franchise Corp., announcing today the opening of three more franchised units located in Rye Brook, NY, Aberdeen, NJ, and Happy Valley, OR. There are 8 Little Scoops party businesses open in the NY and NJ area, with the Happy Valley location representing their first West Coast location.

Solid State Networks and BandCon Announce Strategic Partnership
Thu, 16 Aug 2007, 18:00:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
COSTA MESA, Calif. - Aug. 16 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Wholesale network infrastructure provider BandCon and Solid State Networks, developer of high-performance, distributed content delivery solutions, announced today a strategic partnership that will enable content publishers and distributors to build their own peer-assisted Content Delivery Networks (CDN).

Opti-Sciences Introduces High End Multi-mode PAM Chlorophyll Fluorometer for Field Use
Wed, 15 Aug 2007, 22:12:00 GMT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
HUDSON, N.H. - Aug. 15 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Opti-Sciences, Inc., home of advanced field-portable fluorescence instrumentation, announced today a new high-end multi-mode pulse modulated chlorophyll fluorometer - the OS-5p. These products address fluorometery requirements in agriculture, forestry, agronomy, ecology, genetics and manufacturing inspection.

CYNACON/OCuSOFT (OCuSOFT, Inc.) Names Edward J. Holland, M.D. to Medical Scientific Advisory Board
Wed, 15 Aug 2007, 18:57:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
RICHMOND, Texas - Aug. 15 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- CYNACON / OCuSOFT (OCuSOFT, Inc.), a company specializing in ophthalmic research, development and supply to ophthalmologists and optometrists, is pleased to announce the appointment of Edward J. Holland, M.D. to its Medical Scientific Advisory Board.

Momentum Chippewa Valley Taps GSP Consulting for Economic Development Assessment and Strategy
Mon, 13 Aug 2007, 20:24:00 GMT — Edited by Debra Tone
EAU CLAIRE, Wis. - Aug. 13 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Economic and development opportunities in West Central Wisconsin will be the focus of a formal study of the region being commissioned by Momentum Chippewa Valley (MCV.) The study kicked off August 9 with a visioning session in which local leaders developed a framework for the future economic development of the region.

Culinary Pro Trades Knives for Laptop
Fri, 10 Aug 2007, 16:46:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
ASHEVILLE, N.C. - Aug. 10 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Write Away, Inc., a full-service editorial company, announces today that a 20-plus year chef and culinary professional joins their creative team to meet the growing demands of businesses pertaining to the food industry. The company specializes in writing about the food and beverage industry.

Techway Services Impacting Supplier Diversity
Thu, 09 Aug 2007, 19:58:00 GMT — Edited by Debra Tone
DALLAS, Texas - Aug. 9 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Techway Services, Inc. was named to the 100 WBE's Impacting Supplier Diversity in 2007 by Women's Enterprise USA magazine. Techway Services growing profile among Supplier Diversity Managers is due largely to Techway's ability to successfully fulfill contracts, which is giving Diversity Managers the comfort level they need to champion Techway within their corporations.

Seattle-based CNT Technologies Promises Aircraft, Automobiles and Space Vehicles That are Lighter, Stronger, and More Fuel Efficient
Thu, 09 Aug 2007, 17:50:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
SEATTLE, Wash. - Aug. 9 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- CNT Technologies, Inc. announced today its recent carbon nanotube fiber award from MICRO NANO 25 as 'one of the most innovative products of 2007' selected by the editors of R&D Magazine and MICRO/NANO Newsletter. CNT-Technologies is the leading producer of carbon nanotube fiber.

Custom Printing Invests in a Kodak NEXPRESS to Upgrade Digital Printing Capabilities
Thu, 09 Aug 2007, 17:04:00 GMT — Edited by Debra Tone
NORTH LITTLE ROCK, Ark. - Aug. 9 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Custom Printing Company of North Little Rock, Ark., a regional leader in digital printing, has purchased a NEXPRESS Digital Color Production Press from Kodak. The new printing system upgrades Custom Printing's production and versioning capabilities and allows them to continue to help their clients create more effective sales and marketing communications.

Guardian Construction Chooses Vericom for Mobile Resource Management
Thu, 09 Aug 2007, 14:00:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
COLUMBIA, Md. - Aug. 9 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Vericom Technologies(R), Inc., a nationwide provider of Mobile Resource Management (MRM) solutions to service organizations, announced today that Guardian Companies, Inc., a contracting company specializing in utility, site development and heavy highway construction, has selected Vericom as its official MRM solutions provider.

Local Economic Development Expert to Help Communities Across U.S. with GSP Economic Architecture Group
Wed, 08 Aug 2007, 15:43:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
PITTSBURGH, Pa. - Aug. 8 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Understanding economic development at the municipal, county and state levels, and then turning development opportunities into realities is something Steve McKnight knows (and loves) to do. His passion for his work has led to millions of investment dollars and thousands of jobs for a rural Pennsylvania region. And, it's this success that has him poised to do the same for organizations and communities across the country as he becomes the latest member of GSP Consulting's Economic Architecture (EA) group.

CYNACON/OCuSOFT (OCuSOFT, Inc.) Names Lawrence A. Yannuzzi, M.D. to Medical Scientific Advisory Board
Fri, 03 Aug 2007, 23:00:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
RICHMOND, Texas - Aug. 3 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- CYNACON / OCuSOFT (OCuSOFT, Inc.), a company specializing in ophthalmic research, development and supply to ophthalmologists and optometrists, today announced the appointment of Lawrence A. Yannuzzi, M.D. to its Medical Scientific Advisory Board.

Wireless Backhaul Driving Demand for Private Line Services, Says Insight Research Corporation
Thu, 02 Aug 2007, 18:00:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
BOONTON, N.J. - Aug. 2 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The $40 billion private line services market is posting solid growth for the second year in a row, says a market analysis study from Insight Research. Private lines are point-to-point circuits leased by enterprises from telecommunications carriers in order to link enterprise sites to each other and to the Internet. Private lines are also used by cellular carriers to link their towers to land line networks.

SIL-2 Safety Certified Fire and Gas Detection System
Tue, 31 Jul 2007, 15:40:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. - July 31 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Detector Electronics Corporation (Det-Tronics) today announced the release of a fire and gas detection system certified for applications to Safety Integrity Level 2 (SIL-2) by the globally-recognized certification agencies exida and TuV Nord.

deverus, Inc. Announces Partnership with Omni Data Retrieval
Mon, 30 Jul 2007, 15:19:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
AUSTIN, Texas - July 30 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- deverus, the leader in background screening technology, today announced a partnership with Omni Data Retrieval, a reliable source for nationwide criminal record researching. Omni's services will enhance deverus' already robust vendor network.

GayCalifornia.com acquired for a Cool Quarter Million Dollars
Wed, 25 Jul 2007, 23:59:00 GMT — Edited by Debra Tone
DENVER, Colo. - July 25 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Hammerberg & Associates, Inc. recently acquired the domain name, GayCalifornia.com, for a price tag of $250,000. According to the purchaser and 'technoprenuer,' Jeffery Hammerberg, it was a bargain. Hammerberg and Associates, a well-known Denver Brokerage, has developed dozens of domain names - many of which cater to the gay and lesbian communities.

PriceUniverse.com Offers Open Invitation for Merchants to Join New Online Shopping Network
Tue, 24 Jul 2007, 21:15:00 GMT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. - July 24 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Shopping online has become an everyday occurrence and merchants and consumers, alike, benefit from competing cyber-shopping sites that strive to provide the best and most reasonable products available. PriceUniverse.com is one such online shopping network that has developed a new niche where consumers choose their price, while merchants realize increased sales.

Social Platform Expands Team with Interactive Content Sales and Marketing Leader
Mon, 23 Jul 2007, 18:59:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
LOS ANGELES, Calif. - July 23 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Social Platform, a social networking software provider of scalable web-based solutions for branded, high end social applications announced today the addition of Tracey Henk to their executive management team. Her appointment supports a long term growth strategy for Social Platform and strengthens its position in the rapidly evolving social networking landscape.

Heli-Support Awarded Certification for Factory Overhaul of Turbomeca Arriel 1
Mon, 23 Jul 2007, 18:00:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
FORT COLLINS, Colo. - July 23 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Heli-Support, a leading helicopter maintenance, repair and overhaul facility, today announced they have been awarded full factory approval for overhaul and repair of one of the most popular helicopter engines in use today, the Turbomeca Arriel 1. The certification is without limitations, and covers the Arriel 1, 1B, 1D and 1D-1, and will soon be followed by all additional Arriel 1 variants.

Cyrios, Inc. Seeks Expansion into Asia and Europe to Increase Presence in Global Commodities Market
Fri, 20 Jul 2007, 16:15:00 GMT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
GLENDALE, Calif. - July 20 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Cyrios, Inc., a U.S.-based, California corporation, is meeting with their Asian and European partners to discuss expansion of commodity trading, specifically petroleum and coal, in the global market. Cyrios, Inc. was formed when members of two commodity-trading companies recognized the growth potential of combining these businesses to diversify their executive talents.

Gameshastra Expands its Worldwide Customer Base, Inks Deal with Freeze Tag for Master Game Development
Thu, 19 Jul 2007, 17:45:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
HYDERABAD, India, and LOS ANGELES, Calif. - July 19 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Game Shastra, India's largest game services provider, has signed a Master Game Development Agreement with Freeze Tag, a California based casual game publisher and developer. Game Shastra will develop and Freeze Tag will publish 'Etch A Sketch(R),' a new game inspired by the classic toy from The Ohio Art Company.

LineSider Appoints Seasoned Telecommunications Executives to Board of Directors
Wed, 18 Jul 2007, 13:30:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
DANVERS, Mass. - July 18 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- LineSider Technologies, a leading provider of software and systems for next-generation IP business communications, today announced the appointment of two experienced telecommunications technology executives, Pano Anthos and Dale Booth, to its board of directors.

BandCon Acquires AM6 Networks
Mon, 16 Jul 2007, 21:00:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
COSTA MESA, Calif. - July 16 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Wholesale network infrastructure provider BandCon announced today that it has acquired AM6 Networks, Incorporated, a California-based provider of optical network communications services. BandCon financed the $7.5 million acquisition with stock. Transaction triples BandCon presence in key metro locations nationwide.

deverus, Inc. Announces the Launch of Enhanced Sales Tools
Fri, 13 Jul 2007, 22:00:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
AUSTIN, Texas - July 13 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- deverus announced today the launch of their newest sales tools for its customers, the ExpressAccounts - They allow background screening prospects to quickly sign up, place live orders at an initially discounted rate, and track marketing campaign effectiveness. Not only can background check companies more fully demonstrate their capabilities to prospects, they can now better track target prospects and campaign effectiveness.

Top Brand Strategist Joins Restaurant Consulting Firm
Thu, 12 Jul 2007, 21:30:00 GMT — Edited by Debra Tone
ORLANDO, Fla. - July 12 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- One of the leading hospitality strategists and consumer behavior experts has accepted a position at the nation's largest full-service restaurant consulting firm. After 18 years with Y partnership, previously YPB&R, Dennis Marzella has resigned his partnership post as executive vice president of strategic planning, branding and research to spearhead similar functions at Quantified Marketing Group.

Rinker and Associates Expands Career Coaching Services to Assist New College Graduates
Wed, 11 Jul 2007, 22:30:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
SACRAMENTO, Calif. - July 11 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Rinker and Associates, a career coaching and consulting business focused on baby boomers, has expanded its services to address the needs of recent college graduates. More than 1.5 million new college grads will make their way into the real world this year. While their baby boomer parents are managing an 'empty nest' transition, new grads are struggling with their own transition into the 'real world.'

Enhanced Directory Assistance Solutions: Interactive Data Acquires DirectoryNET
Wed, 11 Jul 2007, 16:00:00 GMT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
ATLANTA, Ga. - July 11 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Interactive Data, LLC, a leading provider of contact-accuracy services, announces the acquisition of DirectoryNET, LLC, a leading provider of directory assistance and business-intelligence solutions. Interactive Data, LLC (ID) is the industry's leader in locating and identifying individuals who are typically difficult to find.

Former OLCC Inspectors Open Training Company to Aid Licensees
Tue, 10 Jul 2007, 18:15:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
PORTLAND, Ore. - July 10 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Darrin Taylor and Alan Espasandin are the owner operators of Statewide Compliance Training (SCT). After serving the State of Oregon for a combined 12 years as Inspectors in the regulatory department of the Commission they are venturing out on their own to offer training in liquor law, service permits and DPSST Security certifications.

HVT Surpasses 10,000 DLP Light Engines Repaired
Mon, 09 Jul 2007, 21:30:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
NORCROSS, Ga. - July 9 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Hong Video Technology, Inc. (HVT), the leading outsource supplier of digital light processing (DLP(R)) light engine repair, today announced that it has surpassed 10,000 DLP light engines repaired. The milestone follows the recent completion of HVT's expanded and renovated electronics repair facility.

KGA Promotes Sue Penchansky to Vice President
Mon, 09 Jul 2007, 21:00:00 GMT — Edited by Debra Tone
FRAMINGHAM, Mass. - July 9 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Kathleen Greer, founder and president of KGA, Inc., announced the promotion of Sue Penchansky to Vice President. After serving as a Senior Human Resources Consultant and Advisory Board member for four years, Penchansky will now be responsible for account management while continuing to build the consulting side of the KGA business.

National Adhesives Announces Lean Six Sigma Partnership with SigmaFlow
Mon, 02 Jul 2007, 13:15:00 GMT — Edited by Debra Tone
BRIDGEWATER, N.J. - July 2 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- National Adhesives, a business unit of National Starch and Chemical Company, has formed a partnership with SigmaFlow to provide Lean Six Sigma consulting services and integrated software to National Adhesives customers.

Alterian Positioned in Enterprise Marketing Management (EMM) Magic Quadrant
Fri, 29 Jun 2007, 16:00:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
CHICAGO, Ill. and LONDON, England - June 29 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Alterian (LSE: ALN), the leading global enterprise marketing platform provider, announced today it has been positioned in Gartner's Magic Quadrant for Enterprise Marketing Management, (EMM) 2Q07 report. This announcement occurs on the heels of Alterian's inclusion in the Magic Quadrant for Multichannel Campaign Management, 1Q07.

New Product Development and Portfolio Management Software
Tue, 26 Jun 2007, 14:58:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
NEW YORK, N.Y. - June 26 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Innovation Framework Technologies (IFT) announced today that its New Product Development and Portfolio Management software solution has been officially certified by Stage-Gate Inc, a recognized market leader in product innovation methods and best practices.

Investors Evaluate Early Stage Companies through Online Videos at PlanHeaven
Thu, 21 Jun 2007, 22:59:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
SEATTLE, Wash. - June 21 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- PlanHeaven.com announced today that it has launched an online marketplace showcasing video pitches from early stage companies to a nationwide audience of angel investors. The focus on online video combined with other communication tools differentiates PlanHeaven.com from similar services.

22nd Annual Missouri Business Week About to Launch
Mon, 18 Jun 2007, 21:15:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
COLUMBIA, Mo. - June 18 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Over 150 students from 80 Missouri High Schools will prepare for a future in business at the 22nd Annual Missouri Business Week (MBW), to be held in Columbia, June 24-28 on the University of Missouri-Columbia campus. The CENTER for Education & Private Enterprise(R), the not-for-profit foundation of the Missouri Association of REALTORS(R), sponsors the event.

Realty Austin Innovators Shape Agency for Success in Austin's Fast-moving Luxury Home Sales Market
Mon, 18 Jun 2007, 05:04:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
AUSTIN, Texas - June 18 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- One of the first things you notice about Jonathan and Yvette Boatwright is how genuinely cool they are. Owners of the fast-emerging luxury residential marketing organization Realty Austin, the Boatwrights are quintessential Austin A-listers, affable, intelligent, entrepreneurial and passionate about the business they run.

West Coast Distributor for Alfa Laval Adds Gulf Coast Facility; Alfa Tec, the Seattle-Based Marine Firm, Opens Second Location in Tampa, Florida
Mon, 18 Jun 2007, 04:24:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
SEATTLE, Wash. - June 18 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Today Alfa Tec Inc., a 14-year-old Seattle-based marine sales and service distributor, announced it will open a second location in Tampa, Florida, by June 2007. 'This will allow us to offer expanded operations to cover the East Coast and Gulf Coast regions,' says Kevin Oakley, President.

Think Energy Assists the State of Wisconsin in Achieving Clean Energy Goals
Fri, 15 Jun 2007, 20:00:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
TAKOMA PARK, Md. - June 15 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Think Energy, a renewable energy consulting firm, congratulates the State of Wisconsin on the release of a request for proposals for a long-term renewable energy purchase. Through a joint effort with the Responsible Purchasing Network at the Center for a New American Dream, Think Energy helped the State of Wisconsin draft a request for proposals.

Concrete Masonry Building Products in New York State Offer Quality Assurance Certification
Fri, 15 Jun 2007, 16:16:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
ALBANY, N.Y. - June 15 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE -- Builders in the state of New York can now rely on a unique quality assurance program for concrete masonry building products. Nicholas F. Carparelli, Executive Director of the New York State Concrete Masonry Association (NYSCMA) said, 'We're raising the bar for building construction products and posing a major hurdle for other products that don't meet the same high standards.'

Kedron Corporation Discovers a New Energy Source that is Extremely Inexpensive, Abundant and Pollution-Free
Thu, 14 Jun 2007, 04:45:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
FAIRVIEW, Tenn. - June 14 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Our dire need for a new source of inexpensive, pollution-free energy to free us from our dependency on foreign oil may have been met by a scientist in Tennessee. A new extremely inexpensive, pollution-free source of electricity has been discovered and is now being considered by major international corporations. This new technology produces electricity without chemical reactions, combustion or pollution.

Mark Whitacre, Ph.D. Joins Management Team at Cypress Systems, Inc.
Wed, 13 Jun 2007, 14:15:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
FRESNO, Calif. - June 13 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Cypress Systems, Inc, a Fresno CA based biotechnology company, announced that it has hired Mark Whitacre, Ph.D. Dr. Whitacre joined the executive management team effective January 1, 2007 as COO & President, Technology and Business Development, following the opening of a new office in Pensacola, Florida in December, 2006.

U.S. Pharmaceuticals Spend $8 Billion Annually in R&D Conducted Overseas - New Clintelligence(R) Alignment Module Advances Global Management
Tue, 12 Jun 2007, 18:00:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
KENILWORTH, N.J. - June 12 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- 3C Company, Inc., a leading provider of Business Performance Optimization (BPO) solutions to the Life Sciences Industry, announces today the release of a new module to its highly successful Clintelligence(R) Business Intelligence Solution.

HotGigs Inc. Names Ken Holec as New CEO
Tue, 12 Jun 2007, 13:30:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. - June 12 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- HotGigs Inc., an innovator in web-based contract workforce solutions, appointed Ken Holec as its new chief executive officer. Holec has spent his entire career in the software industry, including 17 years in President and CEO roles. He also has significant background in the Human Capital Management solutions industry.

From Homelessness to Harvard to Hollywood to Happiness: Dawn Clare Launches Company SPISE BLISS
Mon, 11 Jun 2007, 20:33:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
LOS ANGELES, Calif. - June 11 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- 'Are you happy?' is a simple question, but being blissful seems to elude nearly everyone. Even Oprah on a recent show admitted that she was not 100% happy. Dawn T. Clare seeks to fill this gap through counseling and corporate consulting. Dawn overcame many challenges on her path to bliss. She had a difficult childhood that resulted in she and her family living for months in a homeless shelter in the South Bronx.

Career Fitness Test Boosts Mental Health and Physical Well Being
Fri, 08 Jun 2007, 20:25:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
COOPERSTOWN, N.Y. - June 8 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Fitness tests may evoke images of sweaty gym shorts and shouting coaches, but the Oxford Program promises to change all that. The Oxford Program has created the Oxford Career FITness Test - a painless test designed to create happier and healthier people and may even save lives.

Crescent Diagnostics Announces Positive Clinical Results for its Novel Bone Quality Test, BQT(TM)
Fri, 08 Jun 2007, 15:52:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
LONDON, UK - June 8 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Crescent Diagnostics Ltd ('Crescent'), today announced the publication of a recent study demonstrating the potential of the Bone Quality Test, BQT(TM) to diagnose osteoporosis. More women at risk can be screened with an accurate, simple to use test which does not require a hospital visit.

To Stay Profitable Telecom Providers Will Outsource More Than $1 Trillion over Five Years
Wed, 06 Jun 2007, 14:00:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
BOONTON, N.J. - June 6 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- With increased competition and lower-margin products cutting into their profitability, wireline and wireless carriers will be spending nearly $1.4 trillion over the next five years on outsourced services in order to reduce costs, says a new market research report from Insight Research Corp. By the close of 2007 alone, wireline and wireless carriers will be spending more than $198 billion on outsourced services worldwide.

Infrastruct Security, Inc. Exceeds $20 Million Annual Revenue with New Round of Financing
Mon, 04 Jun 2007, 18:30:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
HOUSTON, Texas - June 4 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Infrastruct Security, Inc. announces that its latest round of financing has pushed the company over the $20 million mark and helped the company meet its initial business goals within its first year of operation. Part of the proceeds from this $3 million second round of financing were used to merge with Dowley Security, based in Oklahoma City.

Cruising Down the Highway of Success - Recovery Motivated by Her Desire to Help Others Succeed
Wed, 30 May 2007, 16:00:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
LAS VEGAS, Nev. - May 30 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Meckley and Associates announces that near-death survivor and company founder, Ilene Meckley forms new division of her company, Highway of Success. A business dedicated to providing the tools necessary to navigate through the bumps and roadblocks along the way and continue cruising down the highway of success.

Maine-based Bar Harbor Camping Resorts' $4.5 Million Renovation Responds to Growing RV Population
Wed, 30 May 2007, 13:30:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
BAR HARBOR, Maine - May 30 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- According to a recent Recreation Vehicle Industry Association study, more than 7 million U.S. families own RVs. That number is expected to grow to 8 million by 2010 as baby boomers age into their prime RV-buying years - ten percent of all Americans 55 and older are RV owners.

Boating Industry Magazine Announces 2007 Top 100 and Leadership Alliance
Wed, 30 May 2007, 05:00:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. - May 30 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- With gas prices hovering above $3 a gallon and expected to creep higher throughout the summer, it is critical now more than ever that boating consumers find reputable dealers to buy from and service their boats. Thanks to Boating Industry magazine and its soon-to-be-published list of the 2007 Top 100 Dealers, consumers will soon have the definitive list of the best-of-the-best dealers at their fingertips.

deverus, Inc. Named one of Central Texas' Best Places to Work
Tue, 29 May 2007, 20:26:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
AUSTIN, Texas - May 29 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- deverus, the leader in background screening technology, today announced that it has been recognized by the Austin Business Journal for being one of the 2007 Best Places to Work in Central Texas. The Austin Business Journal holds the contest annually.

Liberty Alliance, Inc. Nationally Certified as Safe Harbor Compliant
Fri, 18 May 2007, 18:00:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
YORBA LINDA, Calif. - May 18 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Liberty Alliance, Inc., a leading provider of pre-employment and background screening services announced today it is among a select group of organizations who have achieved the U.S. Department of Commerce Safe Harbor Certification.

Libya Opens Up to Foreign Investment; Strongly Supports National Private Sector And FDI
Mon, 14 May 2007, 16:00:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
TRIPOLI, Libya - May 14 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- According to Phoenicia Group, the leading U.S.-Libyan diversified business and consultancy group, and a strategic partner to several multinational corporations in Libya, business confidence has reached an all time high among the Libyan private sector and foreign companies looking to invest in Libya, a result of astute government policies in streamlining the business and legal regulatory framework and government support of private sector and entrepreneurial growth.

New White Paper Describes an Innovative Way to Communicate Policies and Procedures
Fri, 11 May 2007, 15:00:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
LAS CRUCES, N.M. - May 11 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- ROK Southwest, Inc. has just released a new, free white paper, 'An Innovative, Low Cost Approach to Communicating Highly Effective Policies and Procedures,' that explains how line-of-business managers can use existing simple tools and techniques to improve employee productivity and quality of work by more effectively communicating the organization's 'process knowledge.'

New Invention Provides User with Super Hero Abilities
Tue, 08 May 2007, 20:28:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
LAS VEGAS, Nev. - May 8 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- LUMA Entertainment has patented a device - the Slingerzz(TM) - that promises to replicate some of the coolest aspects of a certain wall-crawling, web slinging, crime fighter. Not only does it snare and retrieve objects like the hero's webbing, but it can be shot up to a distance of 25 feet, securing itself to a chosen target.

EBAN Mass Data Destruction Software Selected by GEEP International
Tue, 08 May 2007, 17:30:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
DALLAS, Texas - May 8 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- GEEP International, one of North America's leading electronics recyclers, has chosen EBAN 2.0 for Mass Drive Wiping as their volume data overwriting utility. The deal is one of the largest licensing agreements yet for the developers of EBAN, Techway Services, and is expected to cover 400,000 hard-drives over the life of the agreement.

Senior Systems Receives 'Electronics' Supplier of the Year Award from Boeing
Mon, 07 May 2007, 17:30:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
PALMDALE, Calif. - May 7 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Senior Systems Technology, Inc., a premier provider of high-end electronic manufacturing services, today announced that it has received the prestigious Boeing Supplier of the Year award in the Electronics / Hydraulics / Mechanical category. Senior Systems was one of 11 companies honored recently at Boeing's annual supplier award ceremony.

Former U.N. Ambassador Andrew Young Joins the Advisory Board of Penny PAC Which Addresses Americans' Top Concerns
Wed, 02 May 2007, 21:30:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
WASHINGTON, D.C. - May 2 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Andrew Young, former U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations and civil rights leader, has joined the advisory board of Penny PAC. Penny PAC is a non-partisan political action committee that focuses on education, energy, economic development, health care and homeland security, issues that consistently rank among the top concerns for Americans on public opinion polls.

Drug Development Costs Exceed $802 Million: Global Pharmas Use Clintelligence to Do Something About It
Wed, 02 May 2007, 19:00:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
KENILWORTH, N.J. - May 2, 2007 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- 3C Company, Inc., a leading provider of Business Performance Optimization (BPO) solutions to the Life Sciences Industry, announced today that it has aligned with yet another Global Pharmaceutical Firm to implement Clintelligence - 3C Company's Business Intelligence Solution for strategic and tactical oversight of their Research and Development portfolio.

Aicello Announces A Crystal Clear Future, Glass Plus(R) in Water Soluble Bags
Tue, 01 May 2007, 14:10:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
VANCOUVER, B.C., Canada - May 1 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Aicello today announced commercialization of a new water soluble film utilized in Reckitt Benckiser's Glass Plus(R) Dissolvable Refills. The Glass Plus(R) package is the first North American consumer application of refill pouches. It allows both cost and source reduction, while consumers will find price savings in a convenient, user friendly package.

Alma Lasers Receives FDA Clearance for the Accent(TM) Dual Mode RF System
Mon, 30 Apr 2007, 15:44:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
BUFFALO GROVE, Ill. - Apr. 30 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Alma Lasers a global leader in laser, light-based, and radio frequency (RF) technologies used in aesthetic medicine announced today that it has received clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to market the Accent(TM) Dual Mode RF System in the United States.

Boston 2007 Americas Innovation Winner, New York Places 2nd - Both Top 5 Global, in Independent Report
Thu, 26 Apr 2007, 21:51:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
BOSTON, Mass. - Apr. 26 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Boston was named as the 2007 Americas Innovation Winner, in the Global Innovation Review 2007, an independent comparative report by the first Global Innovation Agency, 2thinknow(TM). New York, America's 2nd place, scored equal with Boston as an inspiring city, and excels Boston in depth and breadth of creative industries.

Largest Glass Tile Mural in America Wins Spectrum's First Prize at the Chicago Coverings Tile and Stone Exposition
Mon, 23 Apr 2007, 16:59:00 GMT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
DENVER, Colo. - Apr. 23 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Spectrum Awards acknowledge and reward the most creative and amazing uses of ceramic tile in residential and commercial projects; this year, Keith DeWald, founder of Becoming Tile, LLC, takes first place for the exterior mosaic mural on the Hong-Kong based, Wing Lung Bank, in the busy financial section of Alhambra, CA.

CheapoAir.com Hires New CSO
Fri, 20 Apr 2007, 16:44:00 GMT — Edited by Christopher Simmons
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Apr. 20 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- CheapoAir.com, a top budget travel website dedicated to leveraging the latest technology to deliver cheap airline tickets, is proud to announce Werner Kunz as their new Chief Strategy Officer. CheapoAir's ongoing commitment to providing best-of-breed airline services and travel solutions via the latest technologies is what attracted Mr. Kunz to the company.

A-Team Group Adds James E. Hartley, New VP of Research
Wed, 18 Apr 2007, 19:14:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
LONDON, U.K. - Apr. 18 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A-Team Group, specialists in market research, strategic consulting and publishing in financial information technology, has hired James E. Hartley as Vice President of Research. In this role, Mr. Hartley is charged with developing research products on behalf of A-Team Group.

Merger Creates Opening for New President-Elect at Association of Closet and Storage Professionals
Wed, 11 Apr 2007, 17:00:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
WHEATON, Ill. - Apr. 11 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- ACSP members Mike Carson (President of Closet Works, Chicago) and Steven Mann, (President of Crowne Closets, Las Vegas) have announced the merger of their businesses. The Association of Closet and Storage Professionals (ACSP) bylaws allow for only one member from a company to sit on the board. Since both principals hold offices, Steven Mann has respectfully resigned as President-Elect. The ACSP has announced Diana Augspurger of Creative Storage, Buffalo New York as President-Elect to replace Steven Mann.

Houston Astros Choose Pitcher's Eye(R) Training Aid
Wed, 11 Apr 2007, 06:30:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
NEWTOWN SQUARE, Pa. - Apr. 11 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Houston Astros Major League Baseball(R) team, under the direction of Dewey Robinson, director of pitching development, are using custom and prototype designs of the Pitcher's Eye(R) training aid, made by 4 Seam Inc., at all levels of the organization.

Spare Some Change? Three Young Entrepreneurs Aim to Raise Capital for Business and Change the Country While Doing It
Tue, 10 Apr 2007, 16:00:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
VANCOUVER, Wash. - Apr. 10 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Three young entrepreneurs searching for capital for their startup business are taking a unique approach to fundraising; and they are calling on all Americans to help them out. What does America get in exchange? The opportunity to help write a book detailing what Americans want to see changed in America. Jason Timm, Nick Ewing, and Michael Brown have launched HelpWithChange.com.

Creative Successes Push Innovative MDS Advertising to Ranking Among Austin's Top 12 Ad Agencies
Tue, 10 Apr 2007, 14:30:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
AUSTIN, Texas - Apr. 10 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- High-performance MDS Advertising is among Austin's top dozen creative ad agencies according to results announced Friday in the Austin Business Journal ranking of the top 25 advertising firms in Austin. MDS has been a creative secret weapon for its clients since 1991 when MDS moved to Austin from Los Angeles.

Sealock Earns C-TPAT Membership for Aiding Against Terrorist Threats
Mon, 02 Apr 2007, 20:30:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
MIAMI, Fla. - Apr. 2 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- In an ongoing effort to provide peace of mind to importers, exporters and freight forwarders, Sealock Security Systems of Miami, Florida has earned certification as a C-TPAT partner from the Department of Homeland Security.

Leading Transportation Industry Executive Explores Leadership Lessons - New Book Designed as Business Tool
Mon, 02 Apr 2007, 16:30:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
DALLAS, Texas - Apr. 2 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Leadership inspiration is easy to find, says author Bill Webb, but difficult to apply. Webb offers practical leadership tips and motivation in his new book 'Igniting the Blue Flame: Answering the Call to Leadership' (ISBN-13 978-0-9791445-0-9). Webb's search for transformational ideas became the roots for The Blue Flame Project.

Gameshastra Expands Management Team Brings Bjorn Book Larsson as VP Game Development and CTO
Wed, 28 Mar 2007, 17:00:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
HYDERABAD, India - Mar. 28 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Gameshastra, one of the world's leading providers of Game Development Services, today announced the appointment of Bjorn Book Larsson as VP Game Development & CTO. In this role, Bjorn will oversee Gameshastra's new game services initiatives and product development roadmap.

Gorell Again Receives Energy Star's Highest Recognition - Partner of the Year 'Sustained Excellence' Award
Fri, 23 Mar 2007, 16:24:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
INDIANA, Pa. - Mar. 23 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Gorell Windows & Doors has once again been recognized as the only window and door manufacturer in the country to receive the prestigious ENERGY STAR(R) Partner of the Year 'Sustained Excellence' Award. Gorell received the award for the second consecutive year-from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and the EPA-for its continued leadership in protecting the environment through energy efficiency.

Social Network Technology and VoIP Provider YFonGlobal Raises Second Angel Round for a Total of $1.8 Million
Wed, 21 Mar 2007, 13:30:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Mar. 21 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- YFonGlobal, a leading-edge provider of turnkey social network marketing technology, reports raising its second angel round of funding for a total of $1.8 million with an opportunity to raise $2.1 million from one angel investor's matching funds offer. YFonGlobal leaders say they plan to use these funds to expand sales and marketing of their wyndstorm(TM) social network software geared towards associations, political organizations and campaigns.

The AmeriChinaB2B Connection Makes Distributor Recruiting in China Easier
Fri, 16 Mar 2007, 15:15:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
PALO ALTO, Calif. - Mar. 16 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- AmeriChinaB2B, the importing and exporting Internet marketing platform to China has launched its newest service, a web portal exclusively for recruiting distributors. The recruiting portal is designed to provide U.S. businesses with assistance in locating distributors, middlemen or manufacturing sourcing sites in China's vast industrial base.

Napatech Receives USD 7.5 Million Venture Capital Funding
Wed, 07 Mar 2007, 17:15:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
COPENHAGEN, Denmark and MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. - Mar. 7 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Napatech today announced the investment of USD 7.5 million from existing investors Ferd Venture and Northzone Ventures. Napatech is the market leader in programmable high-speed Ethernet network adapters.

BandCon Names new Head of Backbone Service and Operations
Mon, 05 Mar 2007, 22:00:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
COSTA MESA, Calif. - Mar. 5 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Costa Mesa-based BandCon, the leading peering network provider for large content sites, today announced that Todd Braning has joined the company as Vice President of Peering and Backbone operations. Braning is responsible for the company's peering and backbone services and operations.

John Casper Named President and Chief Operating Officer of Van Gilder
Mon, 05 Mar 2007, 21:00:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
DENVER, Colo. - Mar. 5 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- John A. Casper has been named president and chief operating officer of Van Gilder Insurance Corporation, the largest privately owned insurance brokerage firm based in Denver. 'John is joining us during what is, perhaps, the most exciting time in our firm's 102-year history,' said Michael Van Gilder, chief executive officer of the company.

Veteran Venture Capital Manager Joins Forces with Microsoft Executive: Dr. Fred Haney Named to ElectionMall Board of Directors
Mon, 05 Mar 2007, 18:00:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Mar. 5 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Dr. Fred Haney, a venture capital veteran with a reputation for success joined forces today with ElectionMall Technologies, Inc., a nonpartisan worldwide provider of campaign technology solutions. Fred was the founder of 3i Ventures California in the 1980s, a highly successful venture fund and later was a founding member of the Tech Coast Angels, the largest group of angel investors in the country.

National Property Tax Consulting Firm Opens Office in Houston
Mon, 05 Mar 2007, 17:00:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
ST. CHARLES, Ill. - Mar. 5 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Chicago-based property tax consulting firm Advantax(R) announced today the opening of their new South Central region office in Houston. David LeVan, President of Advantax, said that 'The new office will provide a location to better serve Advantax clients based in Houston, the south central region and around the country.'

Suntell Partners with CCMC to Enable Connectivity to Loan Servicing Systems
Fri, 02 Mar 2007, 16:00:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
TOPEKA, Kan. - Mar. 2 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Suntell, the provider of the award winning Synergy loan origination system, has announced that it has partnered with CCMC, a leading provider of financial services industry platform interfaces, to deliver time-saving and error-reducing interface solutions to Suntell clients.

Top Large-Law-Firm Expert Joins Library Associates Companies
Mon, 26 Feb 2007, 20:00:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
LOS ANGELES, Calif. - Feb. 26 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Library Associates Companies (LAC) announced today that Sarah Clark Kavanagh is joining the firm as Vice President, Strategic Consulting. While based in San Francisco, Ms. Kavanagh will be responsible for serving and working with LAC on national accounts and consulting projects.

National Property Tax Consulting Firm Appoints Former Wal-Mart Tax Manager
Mon, 26 Feb 2007, 16:00:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
ST. CHARLES, Ill. - Feb. 26 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Chicago-based property tax consulting firm Advantax(R) Group announced today the appointment of Sam Kinslow as National Director of Real Property Consulting Services. Mr. Kinslow has 13 years of experience in the fields of property valuation, consulting, and tax assessment.

Kentucky Nursery Looks West for Results
Fri, 23 Feb 2007, 22:00:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
LOUISVILLE, Ky. - Feb. 23 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- In the world of real-estate, it's all about location. However when the location is online, the old rules no longer apply. When Kim and Dave Snoddy, the owners of Oldham County Nursery decided that it was time to liquidate their 127 acre nursery facility in Crestwood, they didn't turn to one of the hundreds of local auctioneers and auction houses. The Snoddy's got online and looked west - 2000 miles west to Woodland, Calif. and the online auction company West Auctions.

Applied Business Software, Inc. Obtains $1,143,600 Judgment Against Freedom Financial & Trust, LTD in Breach of Contract and Copyright Infringement Suit
Fri, 23 Feb 2007, 17:00:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
LOS ANGELES, Calif. - Feb. 23 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Applied Business Software, Inc, (ABS), a leading developer of software for the lending industry, announced today that the Court has granted summary judgment against Freedom Financial & Trust, LTD (FFTL) on ABS's breach of contract and copyright infringement claims (CV 06-0452 AHM (Ex) US District Court Central District of California - Western Division). In addition, the Court entered a Judgment in favor of ABS in the amount of $1,143,600.

Concealed Information Doesn't Stay Concealed with The Bay State Detective Agency on the Job
Fri, 23 Feb 2007, 14:00:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
BEVERLY, Mass. - Feb. 23 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Everybody has something to conceal. So said Humphrey Bogart, as fictional private investigator Sam Spade, in the classic film 'Maltese Falcon.' David Almeida is no Bogart, and a far cry from the suave sophistication of Sam Spade, but as a private detective, if there is something concealed that needs to see the light of day, he's your man. Almeida recently opened the doors to the Bay State Detective Agency, Inc.

ProSoft Technology Group and CyberWorld Solutions Merger Announcement
Tue, 20 Feb 2007, 18:30:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
DOWNERS GROVE, Ill. - Feb. 20 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- ProSoft Technology Group (Downers Grove, IL) and CyberWorld Solutions (Naperville, IL) today announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement, under which the companies will be combined as ProSoft Cyberworld Group.

Creative Use of Technology Expands Global Reach for Brand Communications Firm Two West
Wed, 14 Feb 2007, 20:00:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
KANSAS CITY, Mo. - Feb. 14 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Two West, Inc. is a branding and communications firm providing research-driven, strategic consulting services and agency solutions for high-growth companies and products. While the firm offers experience in select verticals including telecommunications, retail, automotive, human and animal health, and professional services, it has also developed horizontal expertise in brand strategy for companies needing next-level marketing guidance.

Innovative Consulting Group 'ICG' Introduces a Revitalized Brand
Fri, 09 Feb 2007, 15:34:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
EVANSVILLE, Ind. - Feb. 9 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Innovative Consulting Group, LLC (ICG) introduces a revitalized brand to represent significant milestones for the company in 2007. ICG will be celebrating its 5th anniversary in the spring and the company will reach the goal of 50 employees.

Data Impact, EDGAR Online Offer New Tool for Electronic Document Delivery and Retirement Plan Management
Fri, 09 Feb 2007, 16:00:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
NORWALK, Conn. - Feb. 9 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Data Impact today announced the availability of ConsentOne, a new, Web-based management and document delivery service powered by EDGAR Online's real-time prospectus tool.

PricewaterhouseCoopers Analysis: Chinese Manufacturing Accounts for 90 Percent of Annual Growth in Worldwide Semiconductor Market
Wed, 07 Feb 2007, 19:30:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
SAN JOSE, Calif. - Feb. 7 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Electronic systems manufactured in China were the driving factor behind 90 percent of growth in worldwide semiconductor consumption in 2005, continuing a trend first observed beginning in 2003, according to a comprehensive analysis by PricewaterhouseCoopers of Chinese and other published statistics on the subject.

Local Action International Business Coaching Franchise Announces Its New Name: ActionCOACH
Wed, 07 Feb 2007, 14:15:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
ATLANTA, Ga. - Feb. 7 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The local, independently-owned office of Action International, the world's #1 business coaching franchise, today announced its corporate name is changing to ActionCOACH, effective immediately. As ActionCOACH, the Georgia team will aggressively expand its mission to help small- to medium-sized businesses and their owners become more efficient, more productive, better focused and more profitable through professional, objective mentoring and education.

Service Delivery Platforms Bringing SOA to Phone Companies, Says Insight Research
Wed, 07 Feb 2007, 13:13:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
BOONTON, N.J. - Feb. 7 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Telecommunications companies will be investing billions of dollars over the next five years on service delivery platforms (SDPs) in order to bring the benefits of on-demand services to their wireline and mobility enterprise customers, says a new report from Insight Research.

Jason Wong to Spearhead Gameshastra Quality Assurance Operations
Fri, 02 Feb 2007, 15:00:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Feb. 2 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Gameshastra, a leading provider of Game Outsource Services, announced today the appointment of Jason Wong as Vice President - Quality Assurance. Prior to joining Gameshastra, Mr. Wong oversaw quality assurance operations for Activision, Inc.

HotGigs Inc. Enhances Website with Web 2.0 Features to Further Streamline the Staffing Supply Chain
Wed, 31 Jan 2007, 13:54:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. - Jan. 31 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- HotGigs Inc., an innovator in web-based staffing solutions, has upgraded its online staffing exchange HotGigs.com, adding new tools and capabilities, such as the ability to compare billable hourly rates for a large variety of consulting professions.

Libya Oil Services Sector Booming; U.S. Companies Encouraged To Partner With Libyan Firms
Wed, 31 Jan 2007, 13:45:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
TRIPOLI, Libya - Jan. 31 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- According to Phoenicia Group, the US-Libyan diversified business group, which is a strategic partner to several U.S. and international companies in Libya, business opportunities in the oil services sector is rocketing as E&P majors ratchet up their drilling schedules in Libya's much sought oil fields, with hundreds of wells estimated to be drilled in the next few years.

Techway Services Receives WBE Rising Star Award
Tue, 30 Jan 2007, 14:00:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
DALLAS, Texas - Jan. 30 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Techway Services, Inc. received the 2007 Women's Business Enterprise (WBE) Rising Star Award from the Women's Business Council - Southwest (WBCS). The award was presented Jan. 23 at the WBCS' 11th Annual Parade of Stars Awards Gala.

GSP Starts 2007 with Expansion of Federal Government Affairs Practice
Thu, 25 Jan 2007, 14:36:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
PITTSBURGH, Pa. - Jan. 25 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- GSP Consulting, a fast-growing government affairs and economic architecture consulting firm today announced the expansion of their Federal Government Affairs practice in Washington D.C. and Pittsburgh.

JAVA JUICE Liquid Coffee Extract - Toasts First Birthday at Outdoor Retailer
Wed, 24 Jan 2007, 21:33:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
VENICE, Calif. - Jan. 24 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- in January 2006, Richard Karno, a Los Angeles-based organic coffee roaster, introduced a single serving packet of organic liquid coffee extract, which he named Java Juice. The shelf-stable, portable coffee packets were a great fit for the outdoor and travel industries, so Karno chose the 2006 Winter Outdoor Retailer, the leading outdoor industry event to showcase his invention.

Corporate Telecom Spending Highest for Cellular, Says Insight Research
Thu, 18 Jan 2007, 15:00:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
BOONTON, N.J. - Jan. 18 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Spending by businesses on wireless services accounted for over one-third of the corporate bill for telecommunication services in 2006, says a new market research report from Insight Research. By the close of 2006, total US business spending on telecommunications services reached just over $132 billion, and by 2011 business spending is forecasted to grow to nearly $154 billion, according to the new research study.

GeckoSystems UK Ltd. Created to Target UK Security Markets with Mobile Robot Solutions
Thu, 11 Jan 2007, 14:52:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
ATLANTA, Ga. - Jan. 11 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- GeckoSystems, Inc. (OTC PK: GKSY / GKSY.pk) announced today the formation and opening of its new UK office located in greater London, England. The new subsidiary, GeckoSystems UK Ltd., will be responsible for manufacturing, sales, and support in the commercial security and defense marketplaces.

CADFORCE, Inc. Announces Additions to Management Team
Wed, 10 Jan 2007, 19:13:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
LOS ANGELES, Calif. - Jan. 10 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- CADFORCE, the Los Angeles-based global leader in outsourced architectural services, today announced that it has added three new people to its management team. They are Paul Fielding, Ph.D., Chief Operating Officer; Jeffrey Matzek, AIA, Vice President of Quality; and Catrina Gregory, Vice President of Client Care.

Phoenicia Group Consolidates Libya Operations; Plans Further Expansion
Wed, 10 Jan 2007, 14:54:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
TRIPOLI, Libya - Jan. 10 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Phoenicia Group Libya LLC, the leading U.S.-Libyan diversified business and consultancy group, today announced acquisitions of several Libyan companies in key growth sectors in Libya and spearheading the establishment of Libya's first private equity fund.

Timely and Accurate Research on the $150 Billion Security Market
Tue, 09 Jan 2007, 23:13:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
CLEVELAND, Ohio - Jan. 9 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Lehman Brothers' 2006 Security Industry Annual Report, providing useful information on the security industry, is now available through Sandra Jones and Company. Authored by Jeff Kessler, Sr. VP at Lehman Brothers, the report is invaluable when measuring the market, developing business plans, updating valuations and getting new perspective on the industry.

ActionCOACH Cornerstone Announces Expansion in Northern Georgia
Tue, 09 Jan 2007, 18:23:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
DULUTH, Ga. - Jan. 9 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- ActionCOACH Cornerstone, a local, independently-owned licensee of ActionCOACH, the world's #1 business coaching franchise, announced today that it will be expanding it's business presence in Georgia through a merger with two other established ActionCOACH Business Coaches.

Retex, the Largest Corporate Purchasing Consortium in the U.S., Partners with World Business Services to Save Businesses Money
Tue, 09 Jan 2007, 14:45:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
PETALUMA, Calif. - Jan. 9 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- World Business Services, Inc., founded in 1994, has contractual agreements with a myriad of vendors who provide one-of-a-kind programs designed to help businesses save money, improve efficiencies, and increase sales. By having several service providers available, World Business Services, Inc. is able to custom tailor a specific program to help any sized company, in any vocation, in the United States.

HVT Showcases Expansive Clean Room within Upgraded LCD Panel Services Facility
Mon, 08 Jan 2007, 14:02:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
NORCROSS, Ga. - Jan. 8 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Hong Video Technology, Inc. (HVT), a leading provider of custom services for LCD panel displays and digital light engines, today announced that it has remodeled and upgraded its services facility, including the addition of a showcase class 10,000 clean room.

Local Action International Business Coaching Franchise Announces Its New Name: ActionCOACH
Fri, 05 Jan 2007, 16:06:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
DULUTH, Ga. - Jan. 5 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The local, independently-owned office of Action International, the world's #1 business coaching franchise, today announced its corporate name is changing to ActionCOACH, effective immediately. ActionCOACH will continue to aggressively expand its mission to help small- to medium-sized businesses and their owners become more efficient, and more productive.

Systrends Moves to Ontario - Forming Strategic Canadian Partnership to Market Software and Services
Wed, 03 Jan 2007, 18:31:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
TORONTO, Ontario and TEMPE, Ariz. - Jan. 3 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Systrends International, a provider of data communications software and services to the Electricity, Gas and Retail industries, today announced a strategic partnership with Michor & Associates. Michor will exclusively market all of Systrends' products and services in Canada.

Customers Rate Advantax(R)
Wed, 03 Jan 2007, 15:28:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
ST. CHARLES, Ill. - Jan. 3 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- David LeVan, President of Advantax(R) Group, LLC, announced today the results of its 2006 year end customer performance survey. The anonymous, third party survey examines performance areas such as honesty and ethics, responsiveness, accuracy and reliability, and industry knowledge, all areas identified as important to property tax customers.

Sinclair Johnson of Virginia Beach to be Awarded 2006 Virginia Businessman of the Year Award
Fri, 29 Dec 2006, 15:52:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Dec. 29 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- NRCC Chairman Tom Reynolds and the National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC) announced today that Sinclair Johnson has been chosen as a 2006 Virginia Businessman of the Year.

Libya to Spend $40 Billion on Infrastructure, Housing Projects; Invites U.S. and International Companies to Partner With Libyan Firms
Wed, 20 Dec 2006, 14:38:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
TRIPOLI, Libya - Dec. 20 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- According to Phoenicia Group, a U.S.-Libyan diversified business firm and consultancy group, Libyan officials have earmarked a record $40 Billion for a nation-wide infrastructure and housing program to revamp a decaying public infrastructure caused by years of sanctions; a subtle green light to U.S. and international engineering and construction companies to establish a stake in the construction boom set to explode in the coming years.

Wildfire Moves Corporate and Manufacturing Headquarters to New State-of-the-Art Facility
Thu, 14 Dec 2006, 22:54:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
TORRANCE, Calif. - Dec. 14 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Wildfire, Inc., the industry leader in providing UV effects solutions and creative ideas through sales and rentals of its proprietary line of high intensity black light fixtures, fluorescent paints & other expendable products, today announced the move of its corporate offices and manufacturing facility to a new headquarters located at 2908 Oregon Court, Suite GI, Torrance, CA 90503.

Authernative Granted Patent in China for Private and Secure Financial Transactions Method
Wed, 13 Dec 2006, 16:34:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
REDWOOD CITY, Calif. - Dec. 13 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Authernative, Inc., the developer of innovative user and transaction authentication and identity management technologies, announced today that the People's Republic of China Patent Office has granted the company its patent for a private and secure financial transactions method.

Libya Tells Foreign Companies to Form Joint Ventures with Libyan Companies
Tue, 12 Dec 2006, 14:53:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
TRIPOLI, Libya - Dec. 12 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- According to Phoenicia Group, a decision last month by the General People's Committee, the Libyan equivalent of Parliament, mandating foreign companies in Libya active in the oil services, construction, industry, electricity, communications, transportation, and agribusiness and marine and animal resources sectors, to form Joint Ventures through Joint-Stock companies with Libyan partners, has some in-country foreign companies wondering how the new law affects them, and non-established companies confused on incorporation options in Libya.

Entrepreneur's New Breed of Roses Changing Anniversary Gift Giving
Mon, 11 Dec 2006, 15:17:00 GMT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
ST. LOUIS, Mo. - Dec. 11 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Stainless steel roses? How about leather or wood? Roses are the ultimate symbol for love and affection and a new Web site, The Anniversary Rose (theanniversaryrose.com), offers an array of flowers handmade from materials that follow the traditional anniversary gift list.

Duncan Technology Group Completes Reverse Merger with Ascentia Biomedical Corporation
Thu, 07 Dec 2006, 13:48:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Dec. 7 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Ascentia Biomedical Corporation ('Ascentia') (OTC: ASCE) today announced that, effective November 28, 2006, it has completed the acquisition of all the outstanding common stock of Fortress Technology Systems, Inc. ('Fortress'), pursuant to a share exchange agreement. Ascentia acquired all of the outstanding shares of Fortress common and preferred stock in exchange for 254,531,004 shares of Ascentia common stock and 8,000,000 shares of Ascentia Series A Preferred Stock.

Megatrux Moves to 170,000 Sq. Ft. World Headquarters
Tue, 05 Dec 2006, 23:09:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, Calif. - Dec. 5 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- With endless growth as the vision, The Megatrux Companies now occupy a 170,000 square foot facility built to exacting specification to serve as the world headquarters for an end-to-end global logistics operation. This state-of-the-art distribution center in Rancho Cucamonga, CA stores 15,000 racked pallet positions, has 36 dock doors, is RFID equipped and houses the companies' management and global logistics team.

CADFORCE, Inc. Announces $3.1 Million in Venture Capital Financing
Fri, 01 Dec 2006, 20:49:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
LOS ANGELES, Calif. - Dec. 1 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- CADFORCE, the Los Angeles-based global leader in outsourced architectural services, today announced that it has raised $3.1 million in a Series B funding round. Louisiana Ventures, LP, of Bossier City, Louisiana led the round with a $1.5 million investment. This follows Rincon Venture Partners' August 2005 Series A, bringing the total capital investment in CADFORCE to just under $5 million. Rincon and the Tech Coast Angels also participated in the Series B. In addition, CADFORCE's Board of Directors has chosen to keep the Series B round open for additional investment of $1.4 million.

Infrastruct Security Grows through Two Strategic Business Transactions
Thu, 30 Nov 2006, 20:25:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
HOUSTON, Texas - Nov. 30 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Infrastruct Security, Inc. acquires Monarch Security and purchased the systems and the service account base from Kimmons Security Services. The leading critical infrastructure and convergent security solutions integrator on the Gulf Coast, Infrastruct Security continues to expand its presence.

City Network, Inc. Receives Notice from Amex That It is Not in Compliance with Continued Listing Standards - Amendment to Press Release dated Nov. 28, 2006
Wed, 29 Nov 2006, 16:37:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
TAIPEI, Taiwan - Nov. 29 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- City Network, Inc. (AMEX:CSN) a company that designs, manufactures, and markets a comprehensive line of broadband and wireless Internet access solutions and consumer electronic products, announced that on November 22, 2006, the Company received notice from the American Stock Exchange (Amex) that it is not in compliance with certain Amex continued listing standards, as a result of the Company's failure to file in a timely manner a Form 10-QSB for the quarter ended September 30, 2006.

GeckoSystems, Inc. Appoints New Board Member
Tue, 28 Nov 2006, 14:30:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
WASHINGTON, D.C., Nov. 28 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- GeckoSystems, Inc. (OTC: GKSY / GKSY.pk) is pleased to announce that the Company has appointed Mr. George MacLeod to the GeckoSystems Board of Directors. Mr. MacLeod will also continue in his position as Senior Vice President of Business Development of the company. GeckoSystems, Inc. provides practical mobile robot solutions for safety, security, and service(TM) in all types of industries.

Phoenicia Group Tops Libya Analyst Expectations
Tue, 28 Nov 2006, 13:25:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
TRIPOLI, Libya, Nov. 28 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Phoenicia Group Libya LLC, the leading U.S.-Libyan diversified business firm and consultancy group, surprised Libya market watchers and investors with a near 300% jump in operating profit, hitting 34 Million USD, up from 12 Million USD in the same period in 2005.

Prime Companies, Inc. Successfully Negotiates for and Acquires Mount Logic, LLC's Assets
Thu, 16 Nov 2006, 13:51:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
YUBA CITY, Calif. - Nov 16 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Prime Companies, Inc. (OTC: PRMC / PRMC.pk) announces that it has executed an agreement and has consummated the purchase of certain strategic assets from Mount Logic, LLC, including Mount Logic's Manufacturing Patents of ergonomic arms and mounts.

Nationally-Renowned Consulting Firm Establishes Office in Minneapolis - Former Legislator Lynne Osterman Tapped to Lead Operations
Wed, 15 Nov 2006, 20:11:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. - Nov. 15 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A specialty government and economic development consulting firm is extending its reach further into the Midwest as it announced today the opening of an office in Minneapolis. GSP Consulting, based in Pittsburgh, Pa., has announced it will establish its 10th office in Minneapolis. Led by former legislator and leading bioscience advocate Lynne Osterman, the firm will bring to the marketplace its unique brand of government and economic development consulting.

Robert Donohue elected to Utility Associates Board of Directors
Wed, 15 Nov 2006, 18:24:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
COVINGTON, Ga. - Nov. 15 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Robert W. ('Bill') Donohue, retired Senior Vice President - Electric Operations of Consolidated Edison, has been elected to the Board of Directors of Utility Associates, Inc. Utility Associates is a venture-funded mobile asset management hardware and software company serving the electric and gas utility, telecom, distribution, and government market segments.

Direct Mail Marketing Company Ballantine Celebrates 40th Anniversary
Thu, 09 Nov 2006, 13:42:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
WAYNE, N.J. - Nov. 9 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Ballantine Corporation, a family-owned direct mail marketing company, is proud to announce their 40th anniversary in the direct marketing industry. Ballantine, based in Wayne, N.J., is a full-service direct mail marketing company that provides creative copy and design, print production, mailing services and one-to-one data-driven solutions to their clients.

Libya Seeks U.S. Technology and Partnerships in Energy and Environmental Sectors
Tue, 07 Nov 2006, 13:51:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
TRIPOLI, Libya - Nov. 7 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Phoenicia Group Libya LLC, the U.S.-Libyan risk management and business services firm, today announced a two year cooperation and partnership agreement with the Libya-based Environment Friend's Association (EFA), a non governmental organization concerned with safeguarding and preserving Libya's environment.

Prime Companies, Inc. Successfully Consummates the Purchase and Acquisition of Certain Dental Insite, LLC Assets
Wed, 01 Nov 2006, 14:00:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
YUBA CITY, Calif. - Nov. 1 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Prime Companies, Inc. (OTC: PRMC / PRMC.pk) announces that it has executed and consummated the purchase of certain strategic assets from Dental Insite, LLC, including Dental Insite source code, all its rights and its customer base.

Fast-Growing Consulting Firm adds Chairman; Readies for Expansion, and Launches Strategic Partnerships
Tue, 31 Oct 2006, 19:00:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
PITTSBURGH, Pa. - Oct. 31 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Few companies experience growth like GSP Consulting Corp. The leading government affairs and economic development consulting firm is once again creating buzz across the country as they add to their executive staff, launch strategic partnerships, and expand operations.

Prime Companies, Inc. Successfully Consummates the Purchase and Acquisition of Certain Computer Resource Technologies, Inc. Strategic Business Assets Including Its Customer Base
Wed, 25 Oct 2006, 15:41:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
YUBA CITY, Calif. - Oct. 25 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Prime Companies, Inc. (OTC: PRMC / PRMC.pk) announces that it has executed a binding agreement; and has consummated the purchase of certain strategic assets including the customer base from Computer Resource Technologies, Inc. (CRT). Computer Resource Technologies, Inc. (CRT) is a fast growing hardware and software company currently serving the Dental and Medical industries in Colorado and the Midwest.

Phoenicia Group Partners with The Beyster Institute to Bring MEET U.S. Program to Libya
Tue, 24 Oct 2006, 15:41:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
TRIPOLI, Libya - Oct. 24 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Phoenicia Group Libya LLC, (phoenicia-group.net), the U.S-Libyan diversified business and consultancy firm, today announced its partnership with the Beyster Institute at the Rady School of Management, University of California, San Diego, in organizing and implementing the MEET U.S. Program 2007 in Libya.

For Third Straight Year, The Active Network Named One of North America's Fastest Growing Companies in Deloitte Technology Fast 500
Thu, 19 Oct 2006, 07:00:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
SAN DIEGO, Calif. - Oct. 19 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Active Network, Inc., a leading provider of application services technology and marketing services to community service organizations, was named one of North America's fastest growing technology companies on Deloitte's 2006 Technology Fast 500. Ranked by percentage revenue growth over five years, The Active Network grew 940% from 2001 to 2005 and ranked 180th overall.

Earthjet Sells Latin America Air Taxi Master Franchise Rights
Mon, 16 Oct 2006, 20:06:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. - Oct. 16 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Earthjet Incorporated (www.earthjet.com) announces today that it has entered into an agreement with World Aviation Holdings for the sale of the Master Franchise rights for the Earthjet Air Taxi operation in Latin America.

Earthjet Introduces Their New Air Taxi Jet
Fri, 13 Oct 2006, 21:10:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. - Oct. 13 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Microjets or VLJ's may be suitable for private pilot use, but a ubiquitous air taxi operation requires a different aircraft. Earthjet is guiding the development of a purpose-designed jet which will deliver safe, comfortable, reliable and affordable air taxi service.

Cellular Jewelry Receives Patent
Fri, 13 Oct 2006, 18:38:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
LOS ANGELES, Calif. - Oct. 13 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Cellular Jewelry, Inc., a leading provider of cellular technologies and solutions, today announced that the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has awarded Cellular Jewelry(TM) a U.S. patent (Patent Number 6,954,659).

International Shoe Manufacturing Corporation Completes Acquisition of GeckoSystems, Inc.
Thu, 12 Oct 2006, 16:22:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Oct. 12 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- International Shoe Manufacturing Corporation (OTC: ISHO / ISHO.pk) announced today that they have completed the acquisition of GeckoSystems, Inc. GeckoSystems, based in Conyers (Atlanta), Georgia, is now entering its ninth year of business. GeckoSystems is a dynamic leader in the Robotic Industry revolutionizing the development and usage of mobile robot solutions for safety, security and service(TM).

Electronic Development Solutions Announces an Advancement in Sidewall Pinhole Detection for Formed Foils Used in Pharmaceutical, Medical and Food Packaging
Tue, 10 Oct 2006, 19:36:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
TAMPA, Fla. - Oct. 10 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Electronic Development Solutions, Inc announces the latest version of its Alumivision pinhole detector line. The Alumivision MDA provides sidewall pinhole inspection of formed cavities and reduces material waste when compared to conventional systems.

2007 Homeland Security Appropriations Bill Requires Vulnerability Assessments
Fri, 06 Oct 2006, 15:47:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
HOUSTON, Texas - Oct. 6 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Infrastruct Security, Inc. announces that members of their staff have recently been certified to perform vulnerability assessments of chemical facilities. The 2007 Homeland Security Appropriations bill mandates these assessments at high-risk chemical facilities and the consequences of facilities not complying with risk-based and performance-based vulnerability assessments are stiff, including civil and criminal penalties and the possible suspension of operations.

Wildfire Hires Marketing Director, Two Others in Quest for Growth
Wed, 04 Oct 2006, 21:55:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
LOS ANGELES, Calif. - Oct. 4 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- In its quest to increase sales, Wildfire, Inc., Los Angeles based manufacturer of VHO, DMX controllable UV lights and UV sensitive materials, hired a new marketing director recently, promoting Aaron Stanley, the former Accounting Manager, to Director of Marketing and Public Relations.

Wildfire Hires Marketing Director, Two Others in Quest for Growth
Wed, 04 Oct 2006, 21:55:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
LOS ANGELES, Calif. - Oct. 4 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- In its quest to increase sales, Wildfire, Inc., Los Angeles based manufacturer of VHO, DMX controllable UV lights and UV sensitive materials, hired a new marketing director recently, promoting Aaron Stanley, the former Accounting Manager, to Director of Marketing and Public Relations.

Pareto Systems Announces Business Strategy Book and CD-ROM that Asks the Why and Provides the How
Wed, 04 Oct 2006, 19:30:00 GMT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
VANCOUVER, B.C. - Oct 4 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- 'Take Your Business to the Next Level' (ISBN: 0968440150), released by Pareto Systems, is not just another book that lectures about business strategy; it provides useful, how-to instruction to make it happen.

USMotivation Announces VP Retirement and New Appointment
Mon, 02 Oct 2006, 16:09:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
ATLANTA, Ga. - Oct. 2 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- USMotivation announced that Tim Lang, senior vice president of sales and marketing, has elected to retire after six years with USMotivation and a career spanning 37 years within the incentive industry.

Cognitive Technologies, Inc. Earns Inclusion on GSA Schedule for IT Services
Thu, 28 Sep 2006, 15:47:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
ATLANTA, Ga. - Sept. 28 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Cognitive Technologies, known for over 20 years of successful people-focused project and program management services, has been awarded an IT professional services contract with the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA). Now any U.S. government agency can purchase Cognitive services using the GSA Schedule, thus assuring them the most favorably priced custom solutions for PMO setup and implementation, project management, project audits, project recovery, and performance improvement. Additionally, agencies can purchase solutions online using the GSA Advantage! website.

First New Balance Store Opens In Hawaii
Tue, 26 Sep 2006, 23:59:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
HONOLULU, Hawaii - Sept. 26 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- New Balance Athletic Shoe is pleased to announce the opening of its first retail store in Hawaii at Victoria Ward Centers - Ward Centre in Honolulu. All New Balance retail stores, including the New Balance Hawaii location, are independently owned and operated.

Libya Announces Massive Infrastructure Development Program
Tue, 26 Sep 2006, 14:59:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
TRIPOLI, Libya - Sept. 26 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- At a strategic-level workshop in Geneva today organized by the Libya-based advisory firm Phoenicia Group Libya LLC, senior Libyan government officials unveiled an ambitious multi-billion dollar infrastructure development plan focused on the renovating and construction of airports, roads, housing, schools, hospitals, and water and sanitation projects nation-wide, as well as the Railway Project.

Never Check It Offers Pre-approved Travel Sized Toiletries for Travelers
Mon, 25 Sep 2006, 20:39:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
BOTHELL, Wash. - Sept. 25 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Victor Cox, CEO of Never Check It (www.nevercheckit.com), has formed a strategic affiliation with Minimus, the world leader in all things travel-sized, to offer travelers the ability to purchase approved toiletries and other banned items before they fly in the wake of today's TSA announcement. This will ensure that travelers will be able to carry-on luggage, which will save valuable time, money, and help alleviate the stress associated with travel

Marketing Expert, Kim Banchs, Joins Incredible Discoveries
Fri, 22 Sep 2006, 02:14:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
DEERFIELD BEACH, Fla. - Sept. 22 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Incredible Discoveries today announced they have appointed marketing expert, Kim Banchs as the Vice President of Product Sales. In this role she will head up a newly created division, entitled Incredible Discoveries Distribution Services (IDDS)

Genius Pads Giant Sticky Notepads Now Available in the U.S.
Tue, 19 Sep 2006, 17:33:00 GMT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
PORTLAND, Ore. - Sept. 19 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Is it frustrating trying to squeeze lots of information on an average size sticky notepad? Well no longer. Genius Pads(R) a new product by Arash & Kelly that was previously only available in the UK, is now being distributed by Purple Street Marketing in the US.

Phoenicia Group Continues Successful Acquisition and Partnership Strategy in Libya and the United States
Tue, 19 Sep 2006, 15:14:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
TRIPOLI, Libya - Sept. 19 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Phoenicia Group Libya LLC, an integrated U.S.-Libyan risk management consultancy, marketing, and event management firm, today announced several strategic acquisitions and negotiated partnerships in key growth sectors in Libya and the United States.

Indigo IT Earns Certified Partner Status in Microsoft Partner Program
Thu, 14 Sep 2006, 17:28:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
RESTON, Va. - Sept. 14 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Indigo IT, LLC, today announced it has earned certified status in Microsoft(R) Corp.'s Partner Program recognizing Indigo IT's expertise and total impact in the technology marketplace. As a Certified Partner, Indigo IT has demonstrated expertise with Microsoft technologies and proven ability to meet customer needs. Microsoft Certified Partners receive a rich set of benefits, including access, training and support, that give them a competitive advantage in the marketplace.

Stauber Names New Director of Sales and Marketing
Fri, 08 Sep 2006, 22:42:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
FULLERTON, Calif. - Sept. 8 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Stauber Performance Ingredients, Inc., announced today the appointment of Jim Freeman to the position of Director of Sales and Marketing. The position reports to John Milazzo, President of Stauber, and became effective on August 30, 2006.

National Instruments Selects Perception Software for EDA/PLM Integration
Thu, 07 Sep 2006, 15:07:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
AUSTIN, Tex. - Sept. 7 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Perception Software today announced the addition of National Instruments to its customer list. National Instruments plans to deploy Perception Software's EDAConnect, a software solution that gives electronic design engineers an intuitive, easy to use connection from their electronic design automation (EDA) environment to their enterprise Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system.

Agile Signs Reseller Agreement with Perception Software - Provides Seamless EDA Client Integration to Agile
Wed, 06 Sep 2006, 19:05:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
AUSTIN, Tex. - Sept 6 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Perception Software and Agile Software Corporation (Nasdaq: AGIL), a leading provider of product lifecycle management (PLM) solutions today jointly announced an agreement to provide Perception's EDAConnect product as part of the Agile 9 PLM Engineering Collaboration solution. Under the agreement, Agile will sell EDAConnect to its Agile 9 customers.

U.S. Companies Eye Libya Business Opportunities
Tue, 05 Sep 2006, 14:25:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
TRIPOLI, Libya - Sep. 5 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Officials at Phoenicia Group, a leading U.S.-Libyan risk management consultancy and advisory firm, say U.S.-Libya trade and business confidence has reached an all time high, as U.S. companies show significant interest in learning about doing business in Libya, and as more U.S. businesses opted to join targeted high profile trade delegations visiting Libya this year.

The Active Network Named Inc. 500 Company for the Third Consecutive Year
Wed, 30 Aug 2006, 14:34:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
SAN DIEGO, Calif. - Aug. 30 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Active Network, Inc. ('Active'), a provider of application services technology and marketing access to community service organizations and the leading online community for active lifestyles, was named to Inc. magazine's 25th annual Inc. 500 ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in the country for the third consecutive year. This year, the company ranks No. 303 with three-year growth of 442.9 percent.

A New Stationary Swimming System is Winner of the 2006 Outstanding Product Award
Mon, 28 Aug 2006, 22:55:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
SAN ANTONIO, Tex. - Aug. 28 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The HomeSwimmer, a new, portable, stationary-swimming system developed by San Antonio-based HomeSwimmer Ltd., has received yet another recognition - the iParenting Media's 2006 Outstanding Product Award. This award is one in a line of many.

Mike Clary Joins Radar Networks Board of Directors
Mon, 28 Aug 2006, 16:08:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. - Aug. 28 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Radar Networks today announced the appointment of Mike Clary to its Board of Directors. Radar Networks is building technology for enriching content that will catalyze the evolution of a new dimension of the Web. This new dimension is the next frontier in search, advertising, content distribution and commerce. The company is presently in stealth-mode and anticipates releasing its first commercial products in 2007.

Java Pioneer, Creator of Salesforce.com AppExchange to be CTO of New Web Venture
Mon, 28 Aug 2006, 14:20:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. - Aug. 28 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Radar Networks today announced the appointment of Lew Tucker, Ph.D. as its Vice-President and Chief Technology Officer. Radar Networks is building technology for enriching content that will catalyze the evolution of a new dimension of the Web. This new dimension is the next frontier in search, advertising, content distribution and commerce. The company is presently in stealth-mode and anticipates releasing its first commercial products in 2007.

Technical Staffing Firm, Techlink Northwest, Ranks No. 68 on the 2006 Inc. 500 with Three-Year Sales Growth of 1,052 Percent
Thu, 24 Aug 2006, 20:49:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
SEATTLE, WA - Aug. 24 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Inc. magazine today announced its 25th annual Inc. 500 ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in the country, and technical staffing firm, Techlink Northwest, ranks No. 68 on the list. With three-year growth of 1,052 percent, Techlink Northwest was the only staffing firm in the Pacific Northwest to make the list.

Patented Digital Data Compression Method effectively Moves Parallel Data Over Serial Media.
Tue, 22 Aug 2006, 22:37:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
SILER CITY, NC - Aug. 22 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Pegasus Web Services Inc. is pleased to announce it has received a Patent (Patent Number 7,096,360) from the Patent and Trademark Office today for its 'Frequency-time based data compression method.' The 'Frequency-time based data compression method' allows High Volume Transport of Digital Data over Serial Transports. It also has claims for High Volume Digital Data Storage and a Multi-Dimensional Encryption/Decryption algorithm providing unsurpassed data security.

Government Officials and Contractors Needed to Help Soldiers with 'Sandbag Palsy' and Residents of Flood Prone Areas
Wed, 16 Aug 2006, 16:20:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
FT. LAUDERDALE, FL - Aug. 16 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Government red tape is once again slowing down progress, delaying help to our soldiers in Iraq and forcing our soldiers at home to work twice as hard to complete a simple task. What is the problem? Government officials won't listen about a faster, easier way to fill sandbags. Instead, our soldiers in Iraq are developing what has been coined, 'Sandbag Palsy.' And at home, every time a hurricane or flood looms, tens of thousands of sandbags must be filled in the old-fashioned, two-person, time consuming, back-straining way. The SackMaster is a shovel-like device which allows one person to fill sandbags quickly and efficiently, saving time and manpower.

Patented Mommy Bib(R) Replaces Conventional Burp Cloth
Mon, 14 Aug 2006, 20:19:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
SPRING HILL, FL - Aug. 14 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- In a category that has seen virtually no innovation since its birth, a brand new company and product called Mommy Bib has reinvented the burp cloth. New parents have been dealing with baby spit-up and drool for ages, and burp cloths have been ineffective at providing adequate protection. Now there's a better way! Introducing, Mommy Bib the ultimate protection from baby spit up drool.

Armor Legal Counsel Welcomes Erika Eichler, Adam Levy and Jay Parkhill
Mon, 14 Aug 2006, 18:18:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
PALO ALTO, CA - Aug. 14 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Armor Legal Counsel is pleased to announce that Erika Eichler, Adam Levy and Jay Parkhill have joined the firm in Of Counsel positions. Mr. Levy joins Armor Legal after having served as Senior Corporate Counsel for Siebel Systems, responsible for technology licensing from 2003 until 2006. Mr. Levy brings strong experience to Armor Legal in venture capital, corporate securities, technology licensing and employment law.

Southern Bleacher Gives the University of Arkansas Outdoor Track Stadium a Run for its Money
Sat, 12 Aug 2006, 00:20:00 GMT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
FAYETTEVILLE, AR - Aug. 12 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Southern Bleacher Company, based in Graham, TX, recently completed upgrades and state-of-the-art renovations to the outdoor track stadium for the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville, AR. The stadium, named the John McDonnell Outdoor Track Stadium, has a seating capacity of 6,325 and a total project cost of $6 million.

Neotrope Announces Relaunch of Send2Press PR Partner Program
Thu, 10 Aug 2006, 19:25:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
LOS ANGELES, CA - Aug. 10 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Send2Press(R), a leading targeted newswire service, announced today it will again offer its PR Partner Program to qualified ad agencies, PR pros, and marketing companies. The program, last offered in 2003, allows appropriate advertising firms to offer Send2Press news distribution and Internet marketing services and receive a partner discount, without having to meet volume requirements or pay a start-up fee.

iMAX Business Solutions to Open Southwest Sales Office
Mon, 31 Jul 2006, 22:30:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
SCOTTSDALE, AZ - July 31 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- iMAX Business Solutions, the leading Internet provider of credit card machines and credit card terminals, is pleased to announce the opening of their Southwest sales office. The office is currently under construction in Scottsdale, Arizona. and should open winter 2006.

Numerica Corporation Hires Four New Personnel
Mon, 31 Jul 2006, 21:36:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
FORT COLLINS, CO - July 31 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Scientific research, development, software, and consulting company, Numerica Corporation, has just announced the hiring of the following personnel: Eric H. Kuo as Research Scientist IV, Adam K. Shaver as Research Scientist II, Robert Scott Danford as Research Scientist II and Stacie Davis as Administrative Assistant III.

Syntec Technologies and RTM Merge to Form Syntec Optics
Mon, 31 Jul 2006, 19:54:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
PAVILION, NY - July 31 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Syntec Technologies, the largest independent manufacturer of custom polymer optics in North America, and its subsidiary, Rochester Tool and Mold (RTM), announce they have merged under the name Syntec Optics, a name clarifying their strong commitment to innovative optics.

Implementation Solutions Celebrates its Newest Office
Mon, 31 Jul 2006, 18:26:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
NEW YORK, NY - July 31 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Implementation Solutions LLC, a technology consulting firm that services global investment management customers, announced today that it has opened it's seventh presence. This time in Sarasota, Florida.

Sharrow Consulting Group Expands to Help Homebuilders Manage Change
Thu, 27 Jul 2006, 15:09:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
ROCHESTER, NY - July 27 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Sharrow Consulting Group (SCG) is expanding its people services to help homebuilders manage change through tapping the full potential of their workforces. Creating a winning strategy is important, but defining and managing the change needed to succeed is where 70-75% of companies fail.

The Active Network Acquires LeagueOne to Extend Reach in Youth Soccer Market
Mon, 17 Jul 2006, 15:05:00 GMT — Edited by Christopher L. Simmons
SAN DIEGO, CA - July 17 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Active Network, Inc., a provider of application services technology and marketing access to community service organizations and operator of the largest team and league sports community on the Web, has acquired Alamo, Calif.-based LeagueOne, a leading registration and data management software provider to state soccer associations affiliated with the United States Youth Soccer Association (US Youth Soccer).

Dana Harrison Selected as Chief Technology Officer for Near Future
Thu, 13 Jul 2006, 22:37:00 GMT — Edited by Carly M. Zander
DALLAS, TX - July 13 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Near Future, LLC, a Dallas based design and installation firm specializing in combining state-of-the-art technology with high-end style announced today the appointment of its new Chief Technology Officer, Mr. Dana Harrison.

emsCharts Software Intellectual Property Rights Purchased
Tue, 11 Jul 2006, 21:04:00 GMT — Edited by Carly M. Zander
WEST MIFFLIN, PA - July 11 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Two former managers for emsCharts software are pleased to announce that they have purchased the intellectual property rights to the emsCharts suite programs and have formed emsCharts, Incorporated. John Massie and Pete Goutmann, now President and Vice President of emsCharts, Inc., purchased the Intellectual Property rights for the software from the Center for Emergency Medicine, former parent company for the emsCharts suite of software products.

deverus Partners with National Background Data to Offer their Clients the 'deverus Instant Advantage'
Tue, 11 Jul 2006, 19:15:00 GMT — Edited by Carly M. Zander
AUSTIN, TX - July 11 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- deverus and National Background Data announce coming together to form the deverus Instant Advantage(TM), a program of instant database information and processes that will allow deverus clients the power, flexibility and focus to meet their customer's needs and drive their bottom line profits. The deverus Instant Advantage(TM) brings together business expertise, technology capabilities, market leverage, a strategic focus, and a team of dedicated individuals to take instant search data and system functionality to the next level.

New Lottery Pooling Ticket Gives Players More Chances to Win and Boosts States' Revenues
Mon, 10 Jul 2006, 16:02:00 GMT — Edited by Carly M. Zander
PHOENIX, AZ - July 10 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A lottery-products company, Relationship Marketing Systems, LLC (RMS), located in Phoenix, believes they have the answer to every state's sagging, online-lottery sales and lottery player disenchantment with the high odds against winning - it's called PoolingPLUS(TM).

New England-Canada Business Council Announces 2006-2007 Board of Directors
Mon, 10 Jul 2006, 15:46:00 GMT — Edited by Christopher L. Simmons
BOSTON, MA - July 10 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The New England-Canada Business Council (NECBC) has elected the following individuals to the NECBC Board of Directors for 2006-2007: President and CEO, Leo Desjardins, President and CEO, Conservation Resource Solutions, Inc.

iMAX Business Solutions Expands with New North West Sales Office
Wed, 14 Jun 2006, 20:21:00 GMT — Edited by Christopher L. Simmons
DENVER, CO - June 14 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- iMAX Business Solutions, the leading Internet provider of credit card machines and credit card terminals, is pleased to announce the opening of their North West sales office. The office will be lead by veteran agent Travis Taylor, who started with iMAX as a sales rep in 2001 and has worked his way through the ranks and is now President of the North West office.

Crescent Diagnostics Secures Venture Capital Financing Investment to Advance the Development of its Novel Bone Quality Test
Tue, 13 Jun 2006, 15:28:00 GMT — Edited by Christopher L. Simmons
LONDON, UK - June 13 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Crescent Diagnostics Ltd. (Crescent), a privately held company developing a new test for bone health, today announced the completion of a GBP 550,000 (Euros 800,000) funding round. Seroba BioVentures (Seroba), a Dublin-based specialist life science venture capital firm led the round in conjunction with a number of private investors.

TIC International's Technology Services Division Has Officially Changed Its Name to Percento Technologies International
Mon, 12 Jun 2006, 15:48:00 GMT — Edited by Carly M. Zander
HOUSTON, TX - June 12 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Technology and Industry Consultants (TIC International) has announced that its Technology Services Division has changed its name to Percento Technologies International. With the new name, Percento Technologies International, will aid in identifying their already successful technology services as well as provide a new base and strategy for brand identification.

How2 Group Continues Expansion - Both Online and Offline
Tue, 06 Jun 2006, 18:44:00 GMT — Edited by Carly M. Zander
MIAMI, FL - June 6 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Budding Internet giant, How2 Group International, has just increased its offline presence, bringing many new jobs and opportunities to the Orlando, Florida marketplace - in addition to strengthening the service capacity of the company's portfolio of web sites. How2 Group recently opened a state-of-the-art operations center in Orlando, which will employ over 200 telephone sales and customer service associates. This new facility is the first of several the company plans to open in the future

Instant Laptop Rental and YES College Preparatory Schools form a Strategic Partnership
Wed, 31 May 2006, 21:41:00 GMT — Edited by Carly M. Zander
HOUSTON, TX - May 31 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The seniors at YES College Preparatory Schools recently found out that they will be receiving a very valuable graduation present from an unexpected source. All 50 graduating YES seniors are receiving a free wireless enabled laptop computer, courtesy of Instant Laptop Rental.

Effective May 25, 2006: Jamestown Industrial Trucks, Inc. Changes Name to JIT Toyota-Lift
Wed, 31 May 2006, 20:27:00 GMT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
JAMESTOWN, NY - May 31 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Jamestown Industrial Trucks, Inc. will begin conducting business as JIT Toyota-Lift to better convey their dedication to all of Western New York; not just the Jamestown area.

TIC International's Construction Services Division Has Officially Changed Its Name to Synergen Consulting International
Wed, 24 May 2006, 18:06:00 GMT — Edited by Christopher Laird Simmons
HOUSTON, TX - May 24 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Technology and Industry Consultants (TIC International) has announced that its Construction Services Division has changed its name to Synergen Consulting International. This change was brought about by record growth in recent years of the firm's already established Construction Management and Claims Consulting Divisions, as well as the addition of a recently acquired Financial and Business Consulting Division.

New Service Will Support 'Long Term Living,' an Alternative to Yesterday's Long Term Care
Tue, 23 May 2006, 22:13:00 GMT — Edited by Christopher Laird Simmons
KIRKLAND, WA - May 23 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- LTC Financial Partners, a leading long term care insurance broker, and Interim HealthCare, a leading provider of home care services, are joining forces to reshape long term care. The two companies will help longer-living Americans keep on living at home in spite of disabilities that now banish millions to nursing homes.

Techlink Northwest is Named to Entrepreneur Magazine's Hot 100 List for Second Year in a Row
Tue, 23 May 2006, 20:29:00 GMT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
SEATTLE, WA - May 23 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Entrepreneur Magazine released its latest hot 100 list of America's fastest-growing new businesses in America and Techlink Northwest, one of only two Washington state companies to make the grade, is named for the second year in a row.

Brown Investments, Inc. Announces ATM Placements in Tennessee and Mississippi Airports
Tue, 23 May 2006, 19:56:00 GMT — Edited by Carly M. Zander
NASHVILLE, TN - May 23 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Memphis International Airport and the Tunica Airport in Mississippi are part of Brown Investments' plan to expand into the airports, hotels and office buildings markets. Brown Investments, Inc. is a full-service business brokerage and investments firm, specializing in the placement and sale of ATMs.

Online Forex Trading Support Companies Pair Up to Host Live Non-Farm Payrolls Training Event for Currency Traders
Mon, 22 May 2006, 21:49:00 GMT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
SAN FRANCISCO, CA - May 22 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- FXbootcamp.com and FXstreet.com have partnered to host an innovative, live, training event for foreign currency (FOREX, FX or 4x) traders on June 2, 2006 at 8:00 a.m. EST. Currency traders will receive live coaching during FOREX's most exciting event - the release of the Non-Farm Payrolls Employment Report. This is the most powerful fundamental report in the FOREX market and is issued by the United States Department of Labor on the first Friday of each month.

Commodity Research Bureau Completes Acquisition of Commodity Price Charts from Futures Magazine
Tue, 16 May 2006, 04:43:00 GMT — Edited by Carly M. Zander
CHICAGO, IL - May 16 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Commodity Research Bureau, a Barchart Company, and a leading provider of commodity market information today announced the completed acquisition of Commodity Price Charts from Futures Magazine Group. The new flagship product, now branded as CRB PriceCharts, is a print publication focused on charting and technical analysis of financial futures, commodities and currency markets.

PR Expert Liisa Sullivan Joins Send2Press Newswire for Professional Press Release Writing Services
Fri, 12 May 2006, 21:13:00 GMT — Edited by Christopher Laird Simmons
LOS ANGELES, CA - May 12 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Send2Press(R), a leading online news service since 1996, announced today the addition of PR expert Liisa Sullivan to its editorial team. Liisa will take on the role of lead writer for Send2Press' news release writing programs. Send2Press is a unit of Neotrope(R), established 1983 in California.

Southern Software, Inc. Deploys Integrated M2SYS Fingerprint Software within Jail Management Platform to Multiple Detention Centers for Positive Inmate Identification
Thu, 11 May 2006, 07:05:00 GMT — Edited by Christopher Laird Simmons
ATLANTA, GA - May 11 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- M2SYS Technology, a biometric technology research and development company, announced today that Southern Software, Inc. of North Carolina, a leading provider of municipal and public safety products, has successfully integrated the M2SYS Bio-Plugin(TM) fingerprint software technology into its Jail-Pak(TM) inmate management application and has deployed it to detention centers in Roanoke, VA, Benton County, AR, Hamblen County, TN, and Uvalde County, TX.

PHSN Limited and Enterprising Vision Inc. (EVI) forge an alliance to launch EVI's Patient Adherence Communications Platform - MemoText
Mon, 08 May 2006, 15:42:00 GMT — Edited by Carly M. Zander
TORONTO, ON Canada - May 8 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EVI, (a global development firm specializing in information systems analysis, design and management) and PHSN, (Canada's premier waiting room network) are pleased to announce a strategic alliance designed to facilitate improved patient adherence rates across the healthcare spectrum.

Kubota Research Announces P-Wave(TM) MemBond(TM) and Collaborates with Ion Power, Inc. to Accelerate Fuel Cell Research
Thu, 04 May 2006, 07:00:00 GMT — Edited by Christopher Laird Simmons
HOCKESSIN, DE - May 4 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Kubota Research Associates, Inc., headquartered in Hockessin, Delaware, announces P-Wave(TM) MemBond(TM), a revolutionary waterproof bonding process for the assembly of fuel cells, based upon the patented P-Wave(TM) technology, which clears major performance and cost obstacles to the manufacture of commercially viable fuel cells.

Boating Industry Magazine Announces 2006 Top 100 and Leadership Alliance
Sun, 30 Apr 2006, 22:52:00 GMT — Edited by Christopher Laird Simmons
MINNEAPOLIS, MN - Apr. 30 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Buying and servicing a boat is about to become a much easier task for consumers around the country when Boating Industry magazine announces its 2006 Top 100 Dealers, a ranking of those marine dealers that are unsurpassed in overall business operations, customer service, marketing and professionalism, later this fall.

City Network, Inc. Announces Financial Results for the Fiscal Year Ended December 31, 2005, Going Concern Qualification, and Resignation of Mr. Lai Tiao-Tsan
Mon, 24 Apr 2006, 20:24:00 GMT — Edited by Christopher Laird Simmons
TAIPEI, Taiwan - Apr. 24 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- City Network, Inc. (Amex: CSN), a company that designs, manufactures, and markets a comprehensive line of broadband and wireless Internet access solutions and consumer electronic products, announced financial results for the year end December 31, 2005. Net sales for the year ended December 31, 2005 totaled $14,320,409, compared to $15,674,613 for ten months ended December 31, 2004. The decrease in revenues for the year ended December 31, 2005 was due to a decline in the amount of sales of certain merchandise.

ILM Technologies and Management Dynamics Form Strategic Business and Technological Alliance
Wed, 19 Apr 2006, 18:14:00 GMT — Edited by Christopher Laird Simmons
MONTREAL, QUEBEC and EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - Apr. 19 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- ILM Technologies, Inc. and Management Dynamics, Inc., a leading provider of global trade management solutions, today announced a strategic business and technological partnership to deliver top-quality, highly reliable e-Commerce and e-Trade Solutions to North America's manufacturers and exporters.

The Active Network Acquires Content Management Provider IronPoint
Wed, 19 Apr 2006, 15:27:00 GMT — Edited by Christopher Laird Simmons
SAN DIEGO, CA and VANCOUVER, B.C. - Apr. 19 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Driving additional value for its clients in government, non-profit, golf and education markets, The Active Network, Inc., a leading provider of application services technology and marketing services to community service organizations, has acquired Vancouver, B.C.-based IronPoint Technology, Inc.

Cognitive Technologies Expands D.C. Operations
Tue, 18 Apr 2006, 16:00:00 GMT — Edited by Christopher Laird Simmons
ATLANTA, GA and WASHINGTON, DC - Apr. 18 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Cognitive Technologies, specialists in people-focused project management services, announces the opening of a regional office at 1201 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Suite 300, just four blocks from the White House, in Washington's East End business district.

Princeton Disc Appoints Avi Itzhakov as CEO and Partner
Tue, 18 Apr 2006, 15:49:00 GMT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
POINT PLEASANT BEACH, NJ -- Apr. 18 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Princeton Disc has announced its appointment of Avi Itzhakov to the position of Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Itzhakov has served as Princeton Disc's Chief Operating Officer since January of 2001, and has been Director of Operations since 1999. He will also join Princeton Disc's Board of Directors and assume partnership in the corporation.

Top U.S. Converter Montecito Enters Medical Properties Market with Major Multi-Property MOB Acquisition
Fri, 14 Apr 2006, 20:46:00 GMT — Edited by Christopher Laird Simmons
JACKSONVILLE, FL and NEWPORT BEACH, CA - Apr. 14 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Montecito Medical Investment Realty, LLC, the medical property acquisition affiliate of Montecito Property Company, LLC, in a joint venture with Buchanan Street Partners of Newport Beach, CA, has acquired a 14-building, 583,912 square foot medical office portfolio in a deal which closed on Monday. Montecito acquired the portfolio from the Florida-based Greenfield Group. The properties, which are on campus and adjacent to hospital complexes, are located in Florida, Virginia, Arizona and Indiana.

Authernative, Inc. Raises $2.5 Million in Series A Funding to Extend Its Position as Emerging Provider of User Authentication and Identity Management Solutions
Wed, 12 Apr 2006, 16:09:00 GMT — Edited by Christopher Laird Simmons
REDWOOD CITY, CA - Apr. 12 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Authernative, Inc., the developer of innovative user authentication and identity management technologies, has raised $2.5 Million in Series A financing from venture capital and distinguished private investors including First Round Capital, WS Investments, Dave Duffield, Peggy Taylor, Ron Conway, and Scott Seligman.

iMAX Business Solutions Today Announced its Support of the Microbusiness Development Group
Wed, 05 Apr 2006, 18:14:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
DENVER, CO - Apr. 5 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Our goal is to help small businesses expand. Beyond the free equipment, everyone at iMAX Business Solutions is looking forward to helping the small business owners expand their business by offering all types of electronic payments.

Epeius Biotechnologies Establishes Corporate Headquarters in San Marino, Calif. - Facilities Include a Clinical Research Unit Dedicated to Evaluating New Genetic Medicine for Cancer
Tue, 04 Apr 2006, 18:08:00 GMT — Edited by Christopher Laird Simmons
SAN MARINO, CA - Apr. 4 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Epeius Biotechnologies Corporation (www.epeiusbiotech.com) announced today the establishment of its main corporate headquarters in San Marino, California. The specialty pharmaceutical company has been granted Orphan Drug Status by the FDA for its lead product Rexin-G(TM), an innovative anti-cancer agent that seeks out and destroys metastatic disease. Rexin-G(TM) has been tested in a wide variety of cancer types, including pancreatic cancer, breast cancer, colon cancer, uterine cancer, laryngeal cancer, smooth muscle cancer (leiomyosarcoma) and skin cancer (malignant melanoma).

Hot New Company Profit Booster: Long Term Care Insurance
Tue, 04 Apr 2006, 15:31:00 GMT — Edited by Christopher Laird Simmons
KIRKLAND, WA - Apr. 4 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- For working Americans and their employers, caring for an incapacitated parent or spouse can be expensive. 'It's costing an estimated $659,000 over the lifetime of each and every employee,' says Cameron Truesdell, CEO of LTC Financial Partners, publisher of a new guidebook on the subject. That figure includes time spent away from work caring for family members, lost wages, and lost contributions to Social Security and pensions. In addition, companies suffer from reduced productivity as employees worry about their loved one or rush off to handle emergencies. Talent pools drain as a firm's most seasoned people leave to become full-time caregivers.

LFR Communications, Inc. dba Graphcard.com to Raise $5,000,000 Via Private Placement
Fri, 31 Mar 2006, 15:00:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
LAUREL, MD - Mar. 31 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- LFR Communications, Inc. dba Graphcard.com; 'Graphcard' or the 'Company' is pleased to announce its private placement of 5,000,000 units at $1.00 per unit for total proceeds of $5,000,000.

Bantam Electronics(SM) And Crossroads(TM) Systems Form Strategic Partnership
Mon, 27 Mar 2006, 22:08:00 GMT — Edited by Christopher Laird Simmons
AUSTIN, TX - Mar. 27 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Bantam Electronics, Inc. a leading provider of custom computer, server, data storage and embedded appliance manufacturing, as well as end-to-end supply chain services