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Adventure and ESP Create Unique Setting for Visionary Award-winning Novel, Mystic Warrior
Spinas provocative novel draws upon his own personal experiences and combines politics, venture capital and mysticism in an insightful and totally unconventional way. Heres an excerpt:
As Thorn sped west on Palmetto Park Road, he was grateful traffic was light that evening, allowing him to gain quickly on them.
Up ahead of him, a set of railroad warning lights began flashing. He could see Sophies car, followed not too far behind by the black truck. As she made it across the tracks, he prayed the approaching train would stop Raven; but he sped up just in time to get underneath the gates. Thorn pulled up to the tracks a few seconds later and was forced to sit there helplessly, as the long freight train rumbled by.
He banged the steering wheel with his fist, feeling trapped and as though hed failed to protect his newfound teacher. "Im the reason shes in trouble! She was helping me and now shes in danger! Damn!" he thought to himself. He closed his eyes and pictured her face, innocent of the danger. He prayed out loud, Please, God let me warn her. Please let her be safe."
What is it?"
Thorn opened his eyes to find the source of the voice. It was Sophie, but he couldnt see her.
Where are you?" Thorn thought.
Im in my car. You saw me leave."
It was her voice, he was sure of it-but how? You can hear me?" he silently asked.
Youre coming in clearly."
This is really happening?"
What do you think?"
Waves of elation washed over him. This is unbelievable." In a flash, Thorn remembered why he needed to contact her. Raven is after you!"
Stay Up-To-Date On Digital Television Transition Issues With Launch Of DTVTwitter.com
With the conversion to Digital Television (DTV) slated for Feb. 17th, 2009, there is much debate taking place across the internet. To stay on top of all the issues relating to the analog to digital transition, consumers and industry professionals have a new online resource to turn to, located at www.DTVTwitter.com.
From blogs and microblogs to established news sites to discussions across the social web, DTVTwitter.com scours the internet to find the most relevant conversations and information on the subject. The site brings continuously updated discussions and news stories together in a straight-forward, Google-style listings format with links back to the original sites.
Buckle Up Your Pooch With The Canine Auto Safety Harness From SeniorPetProducts.com
Marina Del Rey, CA (PRWEB) February 15, 2006 -– Taking the dog for a ride in the car? Better think twice about your four-legged passenger. According to a recent American Automobile Association study, pets and loose objects are rated as the third worst driver distraction, next to cell phone usage and unruly children.
The reality behind these statistics is not pretty for drivers or pets:
- A pet is propelled with force equal to 30 times its weight in a 30 mile-per-hour accident.
- A 30-pound dog can be sent flying with the equivalency of 900 pounds of force behind it - energy enough to kill it, and anything in its path. At faster speeds, the force is even greater.
Field Technologies GPS Fleet Tracking Teams With Garmin Navigation
Field Technologies, an innovator in GPS tracking and logistics systems, announced today they have adopted Garmin International's fleet management interface (FMI) into their product portfolio.
Field Technologies can now directly integrate Garmin's navigation systems into FieldLogix, its proprietary GPS fleet tracking product. The two systems will have the ability to work together seamlessly and will allow businesses to experience the benefits of a combined GPS tracking and turn-by-turn driver navigation solution.
The new product released last week, named FieldLogix +NAV, presents a unique opportunity for fleet owners to further optimize their business and provide better service for their customers. Users will be able to send messages and routing information directly to drivers in the field, which will result in better response times and less travel time.
"We are pleased to work with Field Technologies, and are confident their customers will appreciate the added dimension Garmin navigation brings to FieldLogix," said Roger Jollis, Garmin's director of OEM and mobile marketing. "Garmin navigation devices are designed to be intuitive and will give Field Technologies' customers the tools they need to navigate to their destination efficiently."
Small Business CRM Users Stick to the Basics
With CRM software packages springing up all over the place, the CRM marketplace is getting more complex. LogicBright CRM, a leading creator of small business software, sought to find out exactly what small business CRM buyers are looking for. The results are eye-opening and, at the same time, in line with the long-term strategy for LogicBright CRM.
Over 81% of users surveyed by LogicBright want to use their CRM as a straightforward contact manager. These users likely need a place to put their data so all their employees have access to it. They don't need specialty applications such as mobile phone support or an offline version. To put it simply: they need a basic contact manager that they and their peers can access simultaneously to share company and contact information.
Bullhorn Accelerates Stellar Growth in the Staffing and Recruiting Software Market During Q1 2006
Bullhorn, the global leader in On Demand, front office staffing and recruiting software, today announced continued record-setting growth in the staffing and recruiting software market for the first quarter of 2006, which ended March 31, 2006. Bullhorn achieved record sales growth to new customers of 255% with an overall revenue increase for the quarter of 64% compared to the same quarter in 2005. Growth from existing customers also increased substantially by 16%, outpacing overall market growth by more than 33%, and demonstrating the strength of Bullhorn’s software as a service business model. Bullhorn’s software as a service business model is comprised of monthly recurring revenue from new and existing customers and one-time professional services fees.
Click here to read more…WebmasterRadio.FM's Host of Market Edge, Larry Weber Interviews General Electric CMO Beth Comstock
WebmasterRadio.FM, the premier free, 24/7 Internet business radio network focused on the B2B marketplace, is pleased to announce an interview with Beth Comstock, Corporate Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer at GE on Market Edge, hosted by Larry Weber, premiering Tuesday, September 30th at 12:00 p.m. EST.
Beth Comstock leads GE's organic growth and innovation initiatives in the marketing, sales and communications functions. Right now, she is focused on building cross-business digital programs and creating a partnership network to extend GE's ecomagination green technologies.
IT trainers See Accreditation 'Kite-mark' as Huge Success
The launch of an accreditation programme to help those looking for quality computer training has been hailed as a great success in its first two years of existence, according to one of the country's leading IT training providers, Computeach.
The accreditation from the Institute of IT Training (IITT) was initiated in 2007 with the sole purpose of providing clearer guidelines as to the quality of training offered by IT training suppliers. The programme had been the direct result of industry pressure to make it easier for people looking for IT training to select providers 'of repute'. Computeach, one of the country's largest IT training providers and a founder member of the organisation, hailed the scheme as giving the public clear guidance when searching for quality IT training.
JetSpeed Records Major Showcase at Key Club
An industry showcase is always a hit or miss event. You know the story, invite 200 people and be eternally grateful if 50 of them show up. Usually the ones who do show up are friends of other people, just there for a free show. So, on this Wednesday night in an extremely congested Hollywood, I was skeptical. But hey, I am one of the reliable ones, so off I went.
First I have to say that the turn out was magnificent, someone knew what they were doing for this show. I personally saw and/or spoke to representatives from Virgin, Sony, WEA, as well as 4 or 5 smaller indies. Also writers from Music Connection, LIVE, and All Access (duh!) There were agents from CAA, a handful of attorneys, top-notch producers. I was
impressed.
MarketingTactics Launches Improved Website for Ravid & Associates
MarketingTactics, an innovative web design firm announces the launch of an enhanced website for Ravid & Associates of Sherman Oaks, California. This revamped website offers improved navigation and a more refined look.
"Our website is a powerful asset," said Bruce Ravid, president of Ravid & Associates. "We wanted to improve the look of our website to reflect modern trends in website design. One aspect of this was to make our visitors feel more welcome as soon they arrived at the homepage." Bruce continued, "Ours is a personal business and our new website helps create stronger personal relationships."
1 Doctor, 100 Days, 1,000 Personal Health Records
Whole Health Management (WHM), a leading operator of on-site health clinics and wellness centers, has enrolled the first 1,000 patients in its iHealth personal health record (PHR) and online communication service from its one-physician clinic in San Diego, Calif. The 1,000 PHR milestone in 100 days by a single physician is particularly historic when contrasted to the less than one percent uptake of online PHR services offered by most health plans.
Whole Health is providing employees in its San Diego clinic and elsewhere with a secure online service including patient to clinic email and an easy-to-use PHR that is accessible at all times and locations, across the continuum of care, including emergencies. The service, iHealth, provides employees with online and interactive patient education and wellness programs integrated into the PHR. Also integrated into the iHealth PHR is a proprietary, interactive and actionable Health Risk Assessment (HRA) and secure clinic-employee email. This allows patients to access their own records and provide them in any healthcare location where they seek care, including emergency departments. The service also allows employees to exchange secure email with Whole Health clinics 24 hours a day from home or while traveling. To promote a more comprehensive picture of patient health, Whole Health is working with key community physicians and hospitals to encourage them to recognize, offer and update the iHealth PHR for employees cared for by Whole Health.
Expansion of Callfinity's Telecommunications Product Line Sparks 70% Growth and Hiring Blitz
Callfinity Inc, a leading provider of conferencing and contact center technology, announced today that recent growth from national and international customers has caused the company to start hiring again.
"When we started in 1999, it was easy to raise capital and hire quickly," said Jeff Valentine, President & CEO of Callfinity. "The economic downturn in 2000 and 2001 caused us to refocus our efforts on only the most profitable and highest potential markets. Thanks to the recent addition of several new products, and 70% top line growth, we've started hiring again at the same pace we did years ago."
Ilapak Launches New Technology at Interpack, Which Enables All Customers to Achieve 'Lowest Cost Per Pack'
New developments being displayed by Ilapak (www.ilapak.com) at Interpack will demonstrate how all packaging customers can minimise cost per pack, whatever style and level of pack presentation their products demand. The company's increasing emphasis on supplying innovative technology, reliable equipment, top quality service and the lowest possible energy and material consumption is the key to Ilapak's ability to help customers achieve this goal.
Enhanced reliability is a prominent feature of all the new developments to Ilapak's latest packaging machines. This is achieved by the use of high quality, commercially available components, a user-friendly HMI to minimise operator errors, an electronic platform capable of web connection to allow remote monitoring and software designed to predict component failures well in advance. Several energy saving features are also incorporated in the latest machines including greater thermal efficiency of sealing jaws and rollers and the use of energy recuperation systems in the motor drives.
iDcentrix Joins American Association Of Motor Vehicle Administrators
iDcentrix (OTCBB: IDCX), a provider of innovative, highly secure ID cards and card issuance systems, today announced it has been accepted as an associate member of the American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators (AAMVA), which represents the state and provincial officials in the United States and Canada who administer and enforce motor vehicle laws.
"It is critical to be well informed and part of a larger community involved with the legislative and regulatory landscape that impacts ID security," noted iDcentrix President and CEO Francine Dubois. "AAMVA's members represent a broad spectrum of government and private sector organizations involved in the government ID arena, and we're honored to participate with this committed group."
Out Of Court Solutions Offers New Conferencing Strategy To End Costly Divorce Lawsuits
Designed to end divorce lawsuits quickly and effectively, the Mediated Settlement Conference program is now being offered by Arizona based Out of Court Solutions. The Conference can occur at any time during the litigation process and is conducted by the experienced and qualified divorce mediator, Oliver Ross. JD, PhD.
"We are glad to offer a program that helps each party not only settle their differences, but also inject reason, which helps them deal with the emotions common to divorce," said Oliver Ross, director of mediation services and owner of Out of Court Solutions.
Despite Economy Denver Pooper Scooper Turns Land Mines into Gold Mines
The Denver economy looms over another surprisingly sunny March day. The winter has barely touched Colorado and the resorts are half-full. Many business owners are struggling to find their next customer. So, how is it that a local Denver pooper scooper business is turning land mines into a gold mine so easily?
Pet Scoop, "Colorado's Preferred Pooper Scooper" business is actually expanding. The privately-owned company is doing quite well in the economy, despite the current economic downturn. PET SCOOP is picking up...literally. They do the dirty deed of scooping the pet waste that dog owners avoid cleaning.
TodaysMama.com Survey Reveals 85 Percent of Moms Plan to Cut Holiday Spending Due to Economic Conditions
TodaysMama.com today announced the results of their 2008 Holiday Economic Survey, revealing that 85% of Moms across the United States are trimming their holiday budgets due to concern about the long-term economic outlook. Of those, 14% plan to cut holiday spending by an astounding 75%, and 32% will cut holiday spending by 50%. The survey, which included 1050 respondents, also found that 62% of Moms do not plan to shop on Black Friday, and 66% believe it will take two to three years for the economy to recover.
Click here to read more…Feng Shui Author Reveals Life Changing Secrets for Gaining Money and Love
With the economy still in the doldrums, people looking for jobs and the stress all of this is putting on relationships today's launch of Chriss Barr's book, 4 Easy Ways to Ignite Your Love Life & Fatten Your Wallet, is perfect timing. The book launch is being held today only at 24 Hour Feng Shui Book Offer.
Barr's book is a revolutionary feng shui (pronounced fung shway) how-to book that is based on your birthday. Barr says, "You have four feng shui directions that are ideal for you and these directions are based on your birthday. Using feng shui in your personal Success, Health, Relationship and Wisdom directions has a much greater impact on your life than general feng shui and because of this you'll see results in about 9 weeks or less."
Vistamar Hotel Offers Exciting All-Inclusive Discover Nicaragua Package
A new year is on the rise, but summer is still in the sky at Hotel Vistamar in beautiful Pochomil, Nicaragua. Here, sunshine is never in short supply, and legendary beaches retain their allure year-round.
Hotel Vistamar is now inviting guests to experience the beauty of Nicaragua with their new, all-inclusive Discover Nicaragua Package. Guests can soak up the sun while immersing themselves in the exciting culture and relaxation of one of the fastest-rising new vacation destinations: Nicaragua.
The Westin Bonaventure Hotel & Suites in Los Angeles Announces New Downtown LA "Stimulus" Plan
The Westin Bonaventure Hotel & Suites, Los Angeles has announced three new "stimulus" package plans designed to create an LA based economic generator while maintaining a true Los Angeles experience.
The hotel has been a leading lady of movie making magic over the years. With signature soaring glass towers and superb Los Angeles city views, The Westin Bonaventure is a frequent "must see" by locals and celebrities.
"In this economic climate, we wanted to provide all travelers valued-packed opportunities to get away from it all," noted Mike Czarcinski, managing director. "These packages offer guests a great deal and a wonderful culinary experience. LA Prime restaurant, on the 35th floor, has a 'can't miss' view of Los Angeles."
