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FunkyChunky Celebrates Record Sales By Rewarding Consumers With Biggest Pretzel Sale Ever
Boutique Café Joins New MommyCast and Friends Family Channel
Boutique Café (www.boutiquecafe.com), which hosts one of the most popular weekly podcasts featuring designers, "mompreneurs," and even the occasional celebrity, is a new and inaugural member of the MommyCast and Friends Channel (www.mommycastandfriends.com).
MommyCast (www.mommycast.com), a show by and for women immersed in the fullness of motherhood and life, is launching the MommyCast and Friends Family Channel at Podango (www.podango.com) as part of an exclusive, multi-station deal with show producer KDCP Networks, the MommyCast production company. MommyCast and Friends will bring family friendly content to the Web that will entertain, educate and uplift today's moms and parents.
ROK's Fun Little Movies Nominated for Meffy Mobile Content Award
FUN LITTLE MOVIES, the mobile and Internet video channel, part of ROK Entertainment Group, the mobile entertainment company, has been nominated for the 2008 Content Award. The Award, known as The Meffy, is given by the Mobile Entertainment Forum, in association with Nokia.
Five outstanding companies, including MTV and Orange, have been nominated for this prestigious award, the winners to be announced at the Meffys gala on May 8 at the Carlton Intercontinental Hotel in Cannes. "As the industry's official benchmark for measuring success and rewarding innovation, the Meffys recognize and honor the most influential mobile entertainment players from around the world," said the official announcement from MEF.
Thought-provoking Metaphysical Ebooks Provide Nexus to Paranormal and Hard Sciences
Twilight Times Books is pleased to announce the recent release of two metaphysical ebooks, "Monkey Trap" and "Unified Theory of the Cosmos."
"Monkey Trap" is a metaphysical fable about the agonies of love and power, wrapped around a story of unrelenting action and suspense during the possible evolution of a new humanity. "Using the current state of consciousness research as a jumping-off point, this novel breaks new ground, with the Princeton Global Consciousness Project as a featured player throughout the action." Filament Book Club feature.
Savvy E-Commerce Sites Scurry to Checkout SearchFit 7.0
Rightway Gate, Inc. (RWG) proudly announces the launch of SearchFit 7.0, the latest version of its renowned shopping cart software. SearchFit 7.0 introduces some powerful features including the addition of Google Checkout™. These improvements will surely appeal to smart online business owners as well as benefit existing SearchFit users.
The arrival of Google Checkout provides an avenue for SearchFit clients to increase sales while actually reducing costs. This new system can be the lone option for accepting payments through a SearchFit online shopping cart or it can be used in addition to having a merchant account. SearchFit merchants can process their Google Checkout sales for free through December 31, 2007.
Jin Patisserie Expands Holiday Gift Options to Fit Any Size Budget, Luxury Chocolatier Offers a Wide Range of Gift Boxes
This holiday season won't require a trip to Paris to find the world's best one-of-a-kind edible art; just a stop at one of Jin Patisserie's two locations in Venice and Century City, California will do. The award-winning pastry shop's stunning array of new sweet delicacies for the holiday season include exquisite chocolate Christmas trees and decadent log cakes available for pick up and gift boxes filled with handmade cakes, chocolates, and cookies available online and for pick up.
New items include chocolate dipped strawberries; chocolate sticks, flavors include white chocolate seaweed salt; Sablée dipped in chocolate and dusted with sea salt; and a new financier cookie almond with cherry. The new pastries along with Jin Patisserie's signature truffles, tantalizing cookies, world renowned tea, and chocolate bars can be purchased separately or combined in an array of gift boxes. The decorative boxes come in four different sizes and the prices range from $16 - $190. Corporate gift and wholesale box prices are available by request.
It's Time to Plan for the Unthinkable - A Look at Emergency Preparedness
Witnessing last week’s events unfold over the East River in New York, it doesn’t take a huge stretch of the imagination to wonder what would happen if other unforeseen evacuations had to take place. The Roosevelt Tram had a back up system, but that failed too. Having an adequate plan, one that actually works takes time, planning, training and practice.
Planning for an emergency is becoming part of the business climate. Take for instance the weather predictions for the upcoming months which include higher than normal temperatures, dry unseasonable weather in some parts, higher than normal rainfall in others parts of the nation along with storms packing severe and damaging effects. What does this mean? It means property and business owners cannot just hope for the best. The floods are coming, so too are the wild fires, tornadoes and the darling of all storms, the hurricane. It is time to take a critical look towards including emergency preparedness as part of doing business, so you stay in business.
Bambooandhardwoodfloors.com - Wood you care to know more?
Bambooandhardwoodfloors.com - a new site about bamboo and hardwood flooring has been launched. The website (http://www.bambooandhardwoodfloors.com) features free articles that teach consumers about the pros and cons of purchasing bamboo flooring for their home, what hardwood is all about and pet-proofing homes.
The buyers of bamboo and hardwood floors are countless - these flooring products are snapped up by a diverse market, ranging from homeowners to decorators, construction companies to licensed builders.
Open Source EDC Software Surpasses 16,000 Downloads; Fueled by Professional Open Source Model
Akaza Research, LLC announces that the OpenClinica software for electronic data capture (http://www.openclinica.org/section.php?sid=1) in clinical trials has been downloaded over 16,000 times. Since its debut in late 2005, OpenClinica has quickly become the world's most popular open source clinical trials software. The company previously announced it had experienced 2,000 OpenClinica downloads as of August 2006 representing a growth of 700% since that time.
"These results are indicative of the large demand for more flexible and lower cost software for EDC and clinical data management," said Ben Baumann, Director of Business Development at Akaza Research, the company behind the OpenClinica open source project. "This has resulted in an extremely rich and rapidly growing ecosystem of users and developers from hundreds of diverse clinical research and IT organizations."
Industrial Nanotech, Inc. Announces June '09 Revenue More than Double June '08 Revenue
Industrial Nanotech, Inc. (Pink Sheets: INTK) announced today that the Company's sales in June of 2009 were $100,552.85, more than double the revenues of June of 2008, a year when annual revenues were $1,424,036.00 US.
"Beginning with a significant revenue increase in April '09 to levels which exceeded our sales in April '08 by 12%, we have continued that trend by increasing sales in May '09 to a level almost triple that of May '08, and increasing again in June '09 by more than doubling our revenues from June of the prior year," states Francesca Crolley, VP of Business Development for Industrial Nanotech, Inc. "We will continue to expend every effort to meet or exceed our uninterrupted five year track record of approximately doubling our revenues every year."
Bizmanualz Employee Handbook Now Available in Spanish
Bizmanualz, Inc, a business publications and consulting company based in Clayton, Missouri, today announced the release of the Spanish language version of its highly successful Employee Handbook Policy Manual. An Employee Handbook is vital for effectively communicating company policies, motivating employees and avoiding legal problems. With a growing Spanish speaking workforce, many companies need to communicate their policies in their employees’ primary language.
“Our prewritten Employee Handbook template provides an excellent starting point and the flexibility to customize prewritten policies to meet specific company requirements,” said Christopher Anderson, Managing Director of Bizmanualz, Inc. “We were bombarded with requests for a Spanish language version of our Employee Manual. With a growing bi-lingual population worldwide, this manual fills a huge void in the Human Resources administration.”
Pedata RV Advises How to Protect RVers from Raging Storms
With storms raging across the country, RVers need to be prepared to evacuate if necessary. Flash flooding, high winds and mudslides are all potential threats. As storms move through California, Oregon and Idaho RVers should be equipped with safety information. Pedata RV offers safety tips for RVers facing storms in California, Oregon, Idaho and Indiana.
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Most importantly, have a first aid kit in the RV. Check the kit and replenish any supplies at least once a year as aspirin and ointments may expire.
Keep a list of important phone numbers in the RV including emergency numbers and the number of a close friend that lives out of area. Make sure each family member has friend's number programmed into their phone in case the family is separated.
Keep copies of important documents stashed away safely. Things such as passport, social security number and other items that may need to be replaced.
If a Severe Weather Warning or Strong Winds are expected within 48 hours make a plan. If leaving the area is an option you may want to consider that for severe storms or flooding. If you live in your RV and strong winds are expected and you cannot leave the area, find a safe sturdy building to wait out the storm. Falling trees, flooding and lighting are all potential hazards.
"Whether your RV is your home or for traveling, personal safety comes first," says Clint Ethington of Pedata RV. "Be aware of the threats of mother nature and don't take any chances."
The Funded Founder Institute Members Will Get the Most Practical Project Management Software for Free
Wrike, the leading provider of on-demand project management software, today announced support for TheFunded Founder Institute, a new founder-centric incubator that trains entrepreneurs the best practices for building next generation companies. As one of the Founder Institute's partners, Wrike will grant a 12-month 5-user Wrike license for all of the Institute's companies, giving them free access to Wrike's unique project management features - including Intelligent Email EngineTM, Dynamic TimelineTM, Flexible StructuresTM, and others.
Click here to read more…Raleigh's Bedford at Falls River Set for 40th Annual Parade of Homes
Bedford at Falls River, a traditional neighborhood development in North Raleigh, will offer a wide range of home-styles for all to visit at this year's Parade of Homes. Bedford has 16 new homes entered in what the Home Builders Association of Raleigh-Wake County describes as "North Carolina's Largest Open House," the 40th Annual Parade of Homes.
Bedford will showcase new homes from 15 of its builders, including the national award winning Charleston Collection, according to Dawn Forrest, director of marketing for Bedford's developer, Wakefield Development Company. "The list of builders also includes Orleans Homebuilders, McNeill Burbank Homes and Preservation Homes," added Forrest. Preservation Homes' artistic bungalow-style has become a Parade favorite at Bedford.
Historic Inn Serves As "Base Camp" For Adventurous Guests
Pair the adventure of skydiving or stock-car driving with home base in a relaxed setting along a gently rolling river and thrill-seeking guests will enjoy Shawnee Adventure Package vacation opportunities, available through fall at The Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort:
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Tandem Skydiving Package - Guests experience the thrill of freefall from 13,500 feet, with views of the Pocono Mountains, Delaware Water Gap and New York City skyline. Takeoff in nearby Stroudsburg. Rates starting at $550.00 per couple.
Stock Car Driver Package - Just like a NASCAR practice day, guests drive a Sprint Cup style race car at the famed Pocono Raceway, experiencing the speed and cornering for a full 20 minutes. Rates starting at $1170.00 per couple.
Stock Car Rider Package - Hop in the specially designed passenger seat of a Sprint Cup style race car for three laps around Pocono Raceway's 2.5-mile super speedway, with an expert driver behind the wheel. Rates starting at $442.00 per couple.
Glider Pilot Package - Each guest is accompanied by an FAA-certified pilot, who can hand over the controls of the sailplane during the 20- to 25-minute ride. Catch views of the Kittatinny Mountain Ridge and (on a clear day) New York City and Philadelphia. Rates starting at $368.00 per couple.
Helicopter Ride Package - Guests tour the Delaware Water Gap region with an FAA-certified pilot at the helm. The 30-minute ride features overviews of the Kittatinny Mountain Ridge, the Appalachian Trail, Lakota Wolf Preserve, Bushkill Falls and more. Rates starting at $566.00 per couple.
Airplane Ride Package - Enjoy dramatic views of the Appalachian Trail, the Lakota Wolf Preserve and Bushkill Falls during the 30-minute tour with an FAA-certified pilot at the helm. On a clear day, New York City and Philadelphia are visible in the distance. Guests fly in and out of nearby Stroudsburg-Pocono Airport. Rates starting at $320.00 per couple.
Each package includes overnight accommodations at the Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort, as well as breakfast buffet at the River Room. Rates vary depending on the package. Package availability is based on weather conditions. For more details and reservations, please call (800) 742-9633, (570) 424-4000, or visit www.ShawneeInn.com.
RSI Announces New Chief Operating Officer
Reddy Solutions, Inc. (RSI) is pleased to announce that Heather Griffin, RSI Director of Operations, has been promoted to Chief Operations Officer of RSI. Ms. Griffin has over 15 years of clinical and radiology practice management experience and has been with RSI since its conception in 2001. Ms. Griffin's leadership has been invaluable in guiding RSI and in the implementation of RSI's unique web based digital technology platform. As Director of Operations since 2004, Ms. Griffin has been directly responsible for strengthening the scope of teleradiology services and expanding into telemammography and image archiving and storage. Her guidance also served as the key component in RSI's JCAHO accreditation in 2007.
Before joining RSI in 2004, Ms. Griffin was Director of Radiology Services for Diagnostic Imaging Solutions, a Georgia based imaging center organization providing diagnostic radiology services in the metro-Atlanta area. Ms. Griffin is a registered radiologic technologist with a solid clinical background in diagnostic CT and MRI and is also a certified CT technologist. Her background includes clinical radiology experience at both Gwinnett Medical Center and at Northeast Georgia Health Systems
Through her contributions, RSI has grown to an organization of over 40 employees and services numerous hospital and imaging center clients throughout the United States. Ms. Griffin will also provide leadership and operational experience to Digital Mammography Specialists, Inc., a newly formed organization providing telemammography services.
Founded in 2001, RSI is an Atlanta, GA based world-class provider of 24/7 professional teleradiology services. RSI's group of sub-specialized radiologists provide preliminary and final interpretation for all imaging modalities, including PET and digital mammography. A strong commitment to customer care and a unique radiology workflow provide an unparalleled level of service to RSI's hospital and imaging center clients throughout the United States.
Jin Patisserie Expands Holiday Gift Options to Fit Any Size Budget, Luxury Chocolatier Offers a Wide Range of Gift Boxes
This holiday season won't require a trip to Paris to find the world's best one-of-a-kind edible art; just a stop at one of Jin Patisserie's two locations in Venice and Century City, California will do. The award-winning pastry shop's stunning array of new sweet delicacies for the holiday season include exquisite chocolate Christmas trees and decadent log cakes available for pick up and gift boxes filled with handmade cakes, chocolates, and cookies available online and for pick up.
New items include chocolate dipped strawberries; chocolate sticks, flavors include white chocolate seaweed salt; Sablée dipped in chocolate and dusted with sea salt; and a new financier cookie almond with cherry. The new pastries along with Jin Patisserie's signature truffles, tantalizing cookies, world renowned tea, and chocolate bars can be purchased separately or combined in an array of gift boxes. The decorative boxes come in four different sizes and the prices range from $16 - $190. Corporate gift and wholesale box prices are available by request.
ACP's new Evidence-based Clinical Program Offers Effective Treatment of Knee Osteoarthritis Without Surgery or Medication
Accelerated Care Plus (ACP) announced today the introduction of an innovative new therapeutic treatment program for osteoarthritis of the knee. The program combines several conservative treatment protocols including ACP’s patented “Patterned Electrical Neuromuscular Stimulation (PENS), traditional TENS electrical stimulation, a specialized knee brace and therapeutic exercise to treat knee osteoarthritis without medication or surgery. The therapeutic interventions used in the program are well supported by scientific research and have demonstrated their ability to manage the pain associated with osteoarthritis of the knee, while improving joint function.
Click here to read more…Dr. Irfan (Ivan) Atcha to be a Guest Speaker at the Maximum Dental Succes Summit
Big Case Marketing, the global leader in marketing for dentists, dental marketing for the dental office, and dental case presentation for large cases and Dental Idea Lab, a Boston based coaching and consulting firm for dentists with advanced clinical training, has announced dates for the 2010 Maximum Dental Success System™--dentistry's only annual gathering focused on just marketing and sales for the highly trained clinician. The 2 day Summit will be held in Orlando, Florida, January 15-16, 2010.
Click here to read more…New Matchmaking Company Takes Dating Back To Basics, But With a Twist
Despite Seattle's recent accolades as a top dating hotspot, single men and women still have limited options when searching for a serious commitment. Traditional matchmaking services typically are expensive, online dating can seem impersonal or isolating, and speed dating focuses on brevity and quantity. Additionally, opportunities for feedback can be very limited, as are the tools for singles to help increase their chances of a successful long-term relationship.
Guys And Girls Next Door
Launching today, Seattle-based Guys And Girls Next Door (GND) has created a new kind of service -- Social Matchmaking Dating™ - to meet the needs of singles seeking a different experience. The new membership-based service combines the elements of traditional dating and matchmaking with personality assessment insights, feedback, coaching and numerous resources to help members increase their dating success.
FunkyChunky Celebrates Record Sales By Rewarding Consumers With Biggest Pretzel Sale Ever
To thank consumers for an incredible holiday season and a record 2007, gourmet food and gift specialist FunkyChunky® is holding a major sale on all its pretzels (http://www.funkychunkyinc.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWCATS&Category=4) in March. All pretzel items and sizes are reduced 20 percent, including gift baskets, gift packs and pretzels bundled with popcorn, caramel corn or other FunkyChunky products.
FunkyChunky enjoyed record sales during 2007 and is determined to share its good fortune with consumers, said FunkyChunky's founder Ronni Feuer. The company's most popular holiday gift (http://www.funkychunkyinc.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWCATS&Category=5) was FunkyChunky Pretzels, therefore this signature item is reduced more than ever before.
