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Hen and Barley Press to Launch Pillowtalk for the Whole Family - End the Day with the Right Note" Collection at 2005 National Stationery Show
Prestigious "Digie" Award Presented to Intelligent Buildings
Charlotte, N.C. (PRWEB) July 12, 2006 –- At the 2006 Realcomm National Real Estate Conference, Intelligent Buildings™ was recognized and honored for their Charlotte, NC, Ballantyne Village project and presented with the “Digie” Award. The Realcomm “Digie” Award recognizes a firm that has integrated building technology in real estate. Realcomm was in Dallas, Texas on June 25-27, 2006.
“Since we launched the company, we have focused on working in collaboration with the partners on the Ballantyne Village project to deliver a community feel, enhanced by both technology and user experience,” stated Rob Murchison, Co-Founder of Intelligent Buildings. “This award is an honor and a testament to our partners and the Intelligent Buildings’ team,” added co-founder Tom Shircliff.
Search Engine Optimization for Everyone: SEO Sushi Brings Organic Search to Smaller Online Businesses
Believing that search engine optimization can be simplified, the creators of SEO Sushi have launched their website today at www.seosushi.com.
"We've been in the search business for a long time, and we often see businesses who know they need to do some optimization, but who just can't afford the services of an agency," said Angela Jones, spokesperson for SEO Sushi, "And that was the reason we created SEO Sushi. It allows the smaller business to find out exactly what SEO is while offering them affordable website optimization on an a la carte basis."
Home Life Gifts Set For Holiday Orders
Fuquay Varina, North Carolina (PRWEB) October 27, 2006 –- North Carolina is a long way from the Santa's workshop, but that hasn't stopped the elves at Home Life Gifts (www.homelifegifts.com) from stocking up on a wide range of presents and home décor items, perfect for giving during the holidays. Todd Estes, owner of the online merchant, is now featuring the new, 377-page fall product catalog, World of Products, on his site. It features all the items his store has for sale this season, including decorations, tree trimmings and Hanukkah items.
Click here to read more…Go Beyond the Goal – Bestselling Author Expands on the Revolutionary Management Theory He Detailed in His Three Million-Copy Bestseller
In Beyond the Goal, Dr. Eliyahu Goldratt offers further insights into the business theories that have captivated businesspeople and become required reading for corporate managers and MBA candidates worldwide.
The Goal is the most unlikely of phenomena; a full-length business-themed novel that introduced radical new management theories and sold millions of copies. With his non-fiction audio original, Beyond the Goal: Eliyahu Goldratt Speaks on the Theory of Constraints (Gildan Audio/Your Coach in a Box series; www.GildanMedia.com), Dr. Goldratt offers straightforward, practical insight into the ideas introduced in The Goal. Millions of readers come away from reading The Goal with questions about the business philosophy it introduces, the so-called Theory of Constraints, which is so effective that Dr. Goldratt travels the world implementing it at Fortune 500 companies. In Beyond the Goal, he answers the questions raised by his benchmark bestseller, providing an advanced course in Theory of Constraints for listeners who are already familiar with his work or a thorough introduction for those who have only heard of it.
Tyloon, Inc. Launches the Multilingual Business Search Platform for China
Tyloon, Inc., the El Monte-based internet company which created and runs Tyloon.com, is pleased to announce it has officially launched its China-based Business Search Platform (Beta).
The launch will be made at 00004000 the Search Engine Strategies 2007 Conference and Expo at the San Jose Convention Center in San Jose California on August 23, 2007.
The Tyloon China business search platform has 12 million Chinese businesses listed. For the first time ever users can search them in English, Spanish, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, and Chinese Spelling, or a mixture of these. It is the first of its kind.
PubCon Announces Conference Dates of November 11-14, 2008, Las Vegas Convention Center
PubCon, the Search Engine & Internet Marketing Conference has announced the dates of November 11-14, 2008 for its Las Vegas event to be held in the North H b50 alls, Las Vegas Convention Center. Being one of the Industry's major events, the Conference and Expo is supported by the industry's leading businesses, speakers, Internet innovators, investors, exhibitors and sponsors.
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Brett Tabke, PubCon's organizer and WebmasterWorld's CEO, said, "It's great to be back to our November dates in Las Vegas, this time with a switch to the North Halls at the Convention Center. Our 2007 Las Vegas PubCon once again broke records for attendees and sessions, attracting the industry's top speakers from the Internet's leading businesses around the globe. Once again, our aim, for Las Vegas PubCon 2008, is to deliver an extensive program of educational, highly topical and cutting-edge Internet marketing know-how, and to bring extensive networking opportunities to every attendee. It's a great place to meet and learn!" Tabke continued, "Anyone wishing to speak at the conference should apply with their proposal as soon as possible."
European Wholesale B2B Directory Eurotradenet.com Relaunched
eurotradenet.com (ETN) has emerged in the last years 5a8 as a powerful network of small and medium sized buyers and suppliers all over Europe. The company introduces the updated product directory including lists manufacturers, suppliers, buyers and wholesale traders. Eurotradenet.com is an innovative and comprehensive online business-to-business portal for business that care for costing, profit, turn over, brand promotion and growth. With its new and revised Tools and Services, ETN helps the Buyers to research products, generate leads and retrieve additional information for evaluation. Suppliers can manage their products in a convenient and productive way.
Click here to read more…Protestor Takes to Virtual Streets, Launches Online Petition, Blog
Activists of yesteryear assembled on college campuses, petitions and pickets in-hand; attending secret meetings in abandoned buildings with acts of civil disobedience playing out in the streets as Bob Dylan and Pete Seeger crooned in the background. But for Nick Sprayregen, a landowner leadi 1c1d ng the battle against Columbia University's 17-acre expansion into Manhattanville using eminent domain, leading a crusade is more virtual than physical with Facebook taking over door-to-door activism and a blog (www.mylandismine.com) as his soapbox for the outspoken.
Click here to read more…New Service Provides an On-Call Personal Assistant Whenever You Need One the Most
More and more people are discovering that the services of a personal assistant are critical to their busy lifestyles and hectic schedules, but the expense and other issues involved in hiring an employee can be difficult to justify. Busy people everywhere are looking to MyLiveAssistant.com as a solution to this dilemma. Now you can have a personal assistant on call and pay only for the time and services you need.
With the growing number of mobile professionals and others who are rushing through their busy days, the need for the quick, easy and professional services of a personal assistant has grown. An extra pair of hands to handle those minor but critical tasks becomes a way to save valuable time and add more productive minutes or even hours to a person’s day.
Predatory Lending Update: The Struggle to Stop Mortgage Servicing Abuse and Foreclosure Scams resurfaces in Texas Lawsuit
Lawyers for Robert John "Jack" Wright are due to appear in a Dallas court for the start of a jury trial in which Jack Wright is accused of reneging on a one-sided December 2004 settlement agreement in which EMC Mortgage Company ("EMC") now alleges claims for possession of Wright's home of over 19 years and hundreds of thousands in trumped up charges of over $200,000 in alleged rent and legal fees allegedly incurred after another Texas judge refused to recognize EMC's so-called agreement, and ordered the parties back to trial. The present suit was filed on March 18, 2005 in the 14th District Court for Dallas County, Texas under the caption EMC Mortgage Company v. Wright, No. 05-02652-A. (the '05 Case).
Click here to read more…Miners' Cribroom Chat Goes Online
All miners know that they love to talk about everything from politics to mining company takeovers and everything in between. These discussions are held in crib rooms, at shift change times and even in local restaurants.
Although the topics are far reaching, the discussions usually take place between close work mates and friends. Rarely do these miners get the opportunity to discuss matters with miners from other regions or states.
Now, these mining topics can be discussed online with the launch of The Mining Blog. The Mining Blog is the latest service provided by miningreference.com (http://www.miningreference.com).
King of the Cage and Lake of the Torches Resort Casino Announce: KOTC: Rock Solid
Lake of the Torches Resort Casino will play host to mixed martial arts global powerhouse King of the Cage on Saturday, July 19th, in the Lac du Flambeau Amphitheater - also known as the "Indian Bowl." Tickets are $45, $65 and $100. For the first time in Wisconsin's history, the show will be taped for a national Pay-Per View audience.
Local Wisconsin superstar Mike "Six Gun" Sixel returns to defend his zero loss record in his hometown of Wisconsin. Mike has had a few months off to gather himself and make some changes to make sure he is ready for the toughest fight of his career on July 19, 2008. He has left World Famous Team Quest to surround himself with a smaller more personal team that is equally as qualified. He is training out of soon to be World Famous Sports Lab, which was put together by Nate "the rock" Quarry and Greg Thompson.
Alstom Featured in Industry-Leading Publication, Australia's Best
Alstom (Australia) was selected for inclusion in the popular series of 'Australia's Best' publications, together with an in-depth interview with Jantine Boers, the Procurement and Contracts Manager.
Alstom is a world leader in Energy Infrastructure and Rail Transport. On a global scale, they employ about 70,000 people in more than 70 countries with a turnover of more than $AUD 24 Billion and a market capitalisation of $AUD 35 Billion. This exclusive article appeared in Australia's Best Manufacturing - July 2008.
Citrix Online Webinar: High-Growth Companies Plan Major Investments in Live Online Sales Training
Live online sales training is rapidly gaining traction among high-growth businesses as a way to supplement, enhance and extend existing live onsite training programs, according to a survey by BizTechReports.Com (www.biztechreports.com) sponsored by Citrix Online, (www.citrixonline.com). The results of the survey are explored in an executive webinar that can be accessed at:
http://learn.gotomeeting.com/forms/G2MC-WBR-121708?ID=7010000000058Qq
The webinar discusses findings that show a commitment by dynamic small- and medium-sized organizations to ongoing training. It is seen by respondents as integral to keeping sales teams in tip-top closing shape. This is becoming especially important for organizations that operate in dynamic environments in which competitive and market needs change often. Survey found that:
As the UK Economy Worsens, Bad Credit Loans Look Better than Conventional Ones
As the UK economic outlook continues to worsen, bad credit loans offer a viable alternative to conventional forms of credit, explains Andy Hygate from www.loansbadcredit.org.uk
New reports from the BBC, the Telegraph, and the Guardian indicate that the financial crisis is far from over. Despite moves to rescue big banks and lower prevailing interest rates, the adverse economic impact continues to trickle down from the top and have a devastating effect upon average borrowers and home buyers throughout the UK.
Musician's Friend Unveils New Eddie Van Halen EVH Wolfgang Electric Guitar
Direct marketer of music gear, Musician's Friend announces the new EVH Wolfgang Electric Guitar, the highly-anticipated instrument designed by Eddie Van Halen and available for preorder starting today from Musician's Friend.
The Eddie Van Halen EVH Wolfgang Electric Guitar
One of rock's most respected and influential guitar players, Eddie Van Halen drew on his 35 years of experience to create the EVH Wolfgang Guitar. Commenting on its development, Van Halen recalled, "Every aspect and component of this guitar has been examined and upgraded to the highest standards possible: stainless steel frets, double-potted custom wound pickups, five-piece binding on the matching body and headstock, custom-made signature tuning machines and Floyd Rose® bridge, new low-friction pots, and the list keeps going . . . we left no stone unturned."
Valetstand.com Offers Wide Range of Leather Passport Holders, Ideal for Upcoming Passport Regulation Changes
Recent and approaching regulations have resulted in a record number of U.S. passport applications. Now, travelers can protect these important documents thanks to a line of leather passport holders newly available from Valetstand.com. The company offers a wide selection of customizable leather cases to ensure passport safety and security.
As of January 2007, U.S. citizens traveling by air from Mexico, Bermuda, Canada and the Caribbean must produce a passport or other valid documents that establish identity and nationality before reentering the country. By summer 2008, full passport requirements of the land and sea phase of the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative will be implemented.
Lanmark Group Nominated for Three JASPER Awards
Lanmark Group, a full service healthcare advertising, marketing, and communications agency, was recently chosen as a finalist in the 32nd Annual JASPER Awards which are presented by the Jersey Shore Public Relations and Advertising Association (JSPRAA) to recognize excellence in communications. The healthcare agency was nominated for three projects created by its marketing and public relations department:
Excellence in Writing/Media Kit: For the media kit Lanmark developed for the launch of LED Dental Inc.’s VELscope - an innovative oral mucosal screening device designed to detect oral cancer in its earliest, most curable stages.
Media Relations/Press Release: For a press release Lanmark wrote for Ansell Healthcare commorating the company’s 100 year’s of innovation in barrier protection products. The nominated press release resulted in a feature business article in the Asbury Park Press.
Public Relations Effort/Integrated Campaign: For an integrated marketing and communications plan prepared for Ansell Healthcare.
According to Lanmark Group marketing director Michael Caiafa, “One of Lanmark’s distinguishing features is its in-house, multi-disciplinary marketing department. We are very proud that examples of the strategic value we provide our clients have been recognized by the JASPER Awards.”
Medical Ultrasound Equipment Market to Reach $6.2 Billion 2015, According to New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.
Since its introduction in the early 1950s, medical ultrasound has engulfed a major share of the medical imaging market. Advancement in new technologies such as 3-D and 4-D led to the development of innovative equipment that ensured improved image quality and clinical outcomes. Miniaturization of ultrasound devices and continued incorporation of system electronics into ultrasound technology is another visible trend in the market. Market for portable ultrasound equipment is expected to witness rapid growth in future due to flexibility in usage, simplified operations, cost-effectiveness, and portability.
Click here to read more…Hen and Barley Press to Launch Pillowtalk for the Whole Family - End the Day with the Right Note" Collection at 2005 National Stationery Show
The Pillowtalk Collection is a set of 2 sheets of 9 perforated cards which are each pre-printed with sayings such as, Good Night! I Love You!" or Good Night! You Did a Good Thing Today When You _____". The idea is for parents or spouses to remove one card per day and put it under their childs or spouses pillow, thereby ending the day on a positive note. The idea came to hen and barleys owner and designer one night after putting her children to bed. She recounts, Bedtime that night had been a struggle, and ended with what had been a good day on such a negative note. Once the kids were asleep, I immediately wished I could have a do-over, or some way to remind them of the positive things that had happened that day." From this notion came the Pillowtalk Collection, which was an immediate hit with Jennifers friends and family. Says Jennifer, I quickly realized that I had hit upon something that was valuable not only for parents and children, but also spouses. The cards are especially great for anyone who travels frequently and is looking for a simple way to remain visible in their familys lives."
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