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Military-Travel.net Offers Guaranteed Low Hotel Rates Plus Additional 5% Rebate For Military Personnel and Their Families
Indiagames to Bring World Cyber Games Mobile Competition", the Worlds Largest Computer & Video Game Festival, to Mobile Phones
Games Developers Conference,San Francisco, USA--March 7th 2005, Indiagames Ltd, the leading mobile entertainment developer and publisher, recently completed WCG brand license agreement with International Cyber Marketing (ICM), to host the World Cyber Games Competition for mobile phones. This agreement was signed in Singapore during the WCG 2005 SP (Strategic Partners) Conference where 38 of WCG strategic partners had gathered in Singapore.
According to this agreement, Indiagames Ltd can hold WCG mobile game competitions or related events using WCG title for 3 years. Also, it will engage in planning and operating mobile tournaments for and during WCG 2005 Grand Final as ICMs mobile game partner. ICM has deliberately been considering mobile games to be included as WCG official games in the future.
Employers Need to Work on Bereavement Support, Survey Finds
Just over half of all parents who experience the death of their child while working outside the home rate their employer as having been helpful in providing support in the days that followed, according to a survey just released by the nation's largest self-help bereavement organization.
The survey, taken earlier this year by The Compassionate Friends, a nearly 600 chapter bereavement organization for families that have experienced the death of a child, found that 50.9% of parents employed at the time their child died rated their employer as either extremely or somewhat helpful at the time of their child's death. Of the remainder, most said their employer was neither helpful or unhelpful, although 8.8 percent rated their employer was somewhat or extremely unhelpful.
Franchisecircle.com Announces Launch Of First Virtual Franchising Convention on Second Life
FranchiseCircle.com, a social network for franchising launched in 2006, announced today plans to develop a 3D virtual tradeshow on the Second Life platform that will allow users' to interact with franchise brands like never before.
Second Life is a 3-D world modeled after the physical world where a user can create their own 'second life', purchasing property, communicating with over 12 million other users, purchasing cars, boats, houses, and office buildings. Users are given the opportunity to interact with objects, people, and brands as if they are real. Second Life even has its' own virtual currency exchange, the Lindex, which has produced multiple real world millionaires through he buying and trading of virtual currencies.
Mashup Contest Combines Pubs, Google and Twitter
A new online contest combines the UK's love of pubs with modern web tools such as Twitter and Google. Created and sponsored by website hosting company 34SP.com, the First Ever Pub Mashup Competition offers web developers the opportunity to win cash and prizes worth £1,334.
The contest entry criteria are simple: create a mashup that has anything at all to do with pubs. Any entry can win, just so long as the mashup involves a pub in some way. The competition runs from June 1 - June 30, 2009. Winners will be selected in early July. Details on the rules and entry forms are available at: http://www.34sp.com/pub-mashup.
Arizona Foreclosures Hit Record Low Numbers While Property Values Soar
According to the OFHEO, Arizona topped the State by State property appreciation list by a “wide margin” with 30% annualized appreciation through the third quarter of 2005. The four quarter appreciation ending September 2005 for the Phoenix-Mesa-Scottsdale also topped the MSA list with 34.4%.
While property values soared, a flood of excited investors poured money into the Valley of the Sun snapping up property inventory at a record pace. This aggressive buying reduced Maricopa County foreclosure inventory from over 9000 properties in the first part of 2002 to about 2500 this month.
LinkValu.com Affiliate Network Announces Ad:Tech debut April 25-26 in San Francisco
Ad:Tech, the event for interactive marketing, will take place in San Francisco on April 24-26th. LinkValu.com, Affiliate Network will debut its new website and services at this event. "This is the official trade show launch of our network" stated Shawn Schaefer, Marketing Director "Although we've attended several Ad:Tech events, this marks the first time we will be attending as an exhibitor, in booth 5552 at the Moscone Center."
LinkValu.com was formed when CEO Christopher Snyder, President Sy Alter and Marketing Director Shawn Schaefer determined that they had been operating an unofficial CPA network for years with their affiliate offers including www.AmericanLifeDirect.com, the world's fastest life insurance policy. "We already had several of our own offers and a stable of successful publishers that were ready, willing and able to send our offers and others that are lucrative" said Schaefer. "The transition has been seamless, we're attending Ad:Tech to get the word out that we're growing and profitable,"
Cell a House Puts the Realtor in the Palm of the Home Buyer's Hand
Mobile Visions, Inc., a provider of mobile messaging and marketing solutions, today announced the launch of Cell a House (http://www.cellahouse.net), a text message and mobile web site service that provides house hunters with information and photos sent directl 5a8 y to their mobile phone.
Cell a House takes the concept of the paper information flyer to the next level by making the "For Sale" sign interactive, increasing its effectiveness as a marketing tool for the selling agent.
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Home buyers who stop to look at a house for sale can send a text message to a 5 digit short code, and receive detailed information and pictures instantly to their mobile phone. Simultaneously, the selling agent is sent and email or text message with the phone number of the potential buyer.
Major Developer and Construction Company's Adopt New Customer Service Program
Two Vancouver construction projects, Tempo and D'Corize, will be amongst the first high rise condominium towers in Canada to include a new customer satisfaction program that can extend consumer protection beyond BC's current mandated warranty requirements.
The program includes both a detailed hardcopy product and component manual for each home and an electronic searchable version of the manual. Each unit has a sticker placed in the electrical panel which contains a unique log in and password that gives the homeowner instant web-based access to product and component information specific to their new home.
Gathi Ad Network: Over 5 Million Searches Daily
Gathi (http://gathi.com), an on-line advertising network which offers a variety of products including PPC campaigns, announces that the total amount of searches conducted in its network of publishing sites now exceeds 5 million per day.
Pay-per-click (PPC) advertising is a popular, cost-efficient and measurable technique of driving interested visitors to a commercial website through relevant searches. Customers usually conduct their searches on content sites. By entering keywords into a search form, customers get to a search results page where paid links are ranked according to the bid established by the advertiser. By selecting appropriate keywords and balancing the bids and daily budget, site owners can get targeted visitors to their websites and use their on-line advertising budget to its full potential. PPC advertising is a major product offered by Gathi (http://gathi.com), and with the latest extensions of its network site owners can reach bigger markets and be sure the traffic they get is targeted and of high quality.
New Jewish Website Launched
PirkeiAvos.net, a new Jewish website featuring the lectures of Irving Bunim, has been launched just in time for High Holidays preparation. The website features audio lectures given by Irving Bunim in the 1960s on Pirkei Avos as well as other topics. The lectures have been carefully remastered using new digital audio techniques only recently available. The lectures are remarkably clear.
Many of these lectures formed the basis of his work on Pirkei Avos entitled, Ethics of Sinai." Ethics of Sinai" has become a classic text in Jewish literature and has been reprinted numerous times.
F.T. Silfies Selects TMWSuite; Platform Provides Superior Automation, Reporting and Integration Capabilities
Nazareth, Pa.-based F.T. Silfies Inc., a leading Mid-Atlantic dry bulk carrier, has chosen TMWSuite(TM) from TMW Systems as the enterprise management platform for its fleet.
Silfies chose TMWSuite to replace an in-house system that lacked the robust automation, reporting and integration capabilities that the carrier needs to accommodate anticipated growth. TMWSuite will also be used as the platform for other trucking companies acquired by Silfies’ parent company, Quantum Equity Partners.
“In my opinion, TMW has been one step ahead of the competition with respect to innovative designs,” said Silfies President & CEO Randy Sheeler, who had used TMWSuite for six years with a previous employer. “While other ERP providers are still developing some of the capabilities we needed, TMW already has them. This implementation will allow us to move into the world of ‘virtual dispatch’.”
Cvent Announces Release of Budget Management Product for Events
Cvent, Inc., the leader in web-based event registration, event management, eMarketing, and housing/travel solutions, announced today the release of an enhanced budgeting module as the latest addition to the Cvent product suite. Cvent will be discussing the event budget toolset with meeting and event planners at the upcoming Meeting Planners International -- World Education Conference and the National Business Travel Association tradeshows in July.
Over two-thirds of event costs can be reduced through tighter budget management and the use of historical data points in vendor negotiation. The event budget product is designed to alleviate the difficulties associated with event cost management and maximize financial resources for a greater return on events.
Software and Management Associates (SMA) Joins the Mainframe Migration Alliance; SMA's OpCon/xps Opens the Door for Migration of Complex Job Schedules from the Mainframe and Much More
Software and Management Associates (SMA) announced today that it has become a partner in the Mainframe Migration Alliance (MMA), joining Microsoft Corp. and other key industry partners to help companies migrate mission-critical enterprise applications from their proprietary mainframe computers onto smaller, flexible and cost-effective systems running Microsoft Windows Server 2003.
Using Windows Server 2003 and Microsoft .NET technology, the MMA helps businesses migrate their applications to the Windows platform, permitting them to benefit from flexible and open systems.
Aroma Paws Launches Natural and Eco-friendly Dog Grooming Products and Charity Submission Form
Aroma Paws, a manufacturer of chemical free dog grooming products, debuts its extensive line of all natural luxury dog and pet products, including Luxury Dog Shampoo and Conditioner in 8 amazing fragrances. This all natural, chemical free line of dog grooming supplies has already received rave reviews in sample test marketing.
Aroma Paws Luxury Dog Shampoo and Conditioner
The signature products in the line are the chemical free Luxury Dog Shampoo & Conditioner and the Deodorizing Coat Spray. Both products are made from all natural ingredients and are available in Honeysuckle Jasmine Violet, a French Lavender Chamomile Blend, Mandarin Green Tea with Ginger, Geranium Orchid Peony Sage, and many other fragrances that are sure to please both dog's and their caretakers.
Stirling Eyecare & LASIK Center Launches New Web Site Eyeglasses-Butler-Optometrists.com
Stirling Eyecare & LASIK Center, a leading full service, family optometry practice serving Butler, PA area residents from its office located in the Point Plaza, has launched a new Web site at www.Eyeglasses-Butler-Optometrists.com. The new Web site has enhanced interactive features, new content and online appointment request forms. The new site was built using Adobe Dreamweaver CS3, which is a state-of-the-art website development program.
Dr. Michael Higgins, OD, of Stirling Eyecare & LASIK Center said, "We are very excited to launch Eyeglasses-Butler-Optometrists.com. Technology is an important aspect of our optometry practice. From our laser retinal camera to our computerized visual fields analyzer, we know that keeping abreast of the most current technology means we can provide our patients with a level of eye care that many of our competitors cannot match. Investing in the technology to develop this new website is no different: our goal is to enhance the overall patient experience."
My Earth Too! Launches Online Store for Organic Products Affordable and Eco-Friendly Products Available at www.MyEarthToo.com
My Earth Too!, the 100% organic, affordable product line that offers casual fashions, sleepwear and accessories at top national retailers, has just added an online store to its web site: www.myearthtoo.com. By making these eco-friendly products more accessible, My Earth Too! is working to spread the message of environmental stewardship.
Each product is imprinted with an Earth-friendly message. This practice goes beyond just words: a percentage of sales go toward supporting scholarships, preserving green spaces, and building learning centers through the Chuckie Goodnight Foundation for the Environment, a non-profit organization with a mission to teach children the importance of Earth stewardship and social ethics. Additionally, hangtags on all products feature an environmental giveaway to educate and remind the consumer to continue to make eco-friendly choices.
Leading Silicon Valley Patent Law Firm to Encourage Green Technology and Clean Energy Innovation by Offering Patent Protection Services for Free
Raj Abhyanker LLP (www.rajpatent.com), a leading Silicon Valley patent law firm, has decided to extend the firm's legal services, expertise, and skills in patent application preparation, corporate law, and venture capital fundraising to entrepreneurs with proven technologies related to green technology and clean energy in the year 2009 for free.
Following Barack Obama's inauguration yesterday morning and drawing upon Barack Obama's message of service above self, Raj Abhyanker, founding partner of Raj Abhyanker LLP, is taking his own small step in helping bring forth new and exciting technologies to the market by creating an added incentive for Americans to innovate in these important technology spaces. Patent and corporate legal costs usually run between $15,000 and $25,000, all of which can be reallocated to product development and engineering underneath this exciting program.
Hypnosis/NLP School Receives Minnesota State Licensure
Newly licensed hypnosis/NLP institute teaches students everything from how to be a hypnotist to controlling diabetes with hypnosis.
"Our students often change their lives in wonderful ways while learning how to help other people change theirs." said Devin Hastings, president of the Minnesota Institute of Advanced Communication Skills (MIACS).
MIACS offers classes ranging from hypnosis and NLP (neuro-linguistic programming) certification to using hypnosis and NLP for sales improvement and better diabetes control.
Quality Inn Maingate Four Corners Announces New Look and New Ownership
The Quality Inn Maingate Four Corners announced recently the completion of renovations coinciding with new ownership of the property. The hotel, which underwent extensive renovations to upgrade the 104 guestrooms and suites, atrium lounge, and meeting room, is owned and managed by Richard Grabow of Grabow Properties LLC.
Located at 43824 Highway 27 in Davenport, the Quality Inn is ideally situated just three miles from the Walt Disney World theme parks and is easily accessible to downtown Orlando. The hotel also offers visitors convenient access to the Orlando International Airport and is one of the closest hotels to Cypress Gardens Adventure Park, Tampa Bay and the West Coast beaches.
Military-Travel.net Offers Guaranteed Low Hotel Rates Plus Additional 5% Rebate For Military Personnel and Their Families
Military-Travel.net, an affiliate of the highly-successful Hotels.com, has kicked off a program that provides both the guaranteed lowest rates possible at more than 40,000 hotels and motels worldwide plus an additional 5% cash rebate to active and retired military personnel and members of their families.
According to Charles Kessler, president, There are no restrictions on the number of times an individual can reserve rooms through the Military-Travel.net site, and the hotel accommodations can be used whether traveling on official military business, leave, vacations or other personal matters." Reservations can be made for short and long stays at the guaranteed lowest rates possible and with the additional 5% rebate in effect.
Obviously, there are many reasons for the men and women in our Armed Forces to travel and have need of hotel accommodations, not the least of which is going on leave from areas of military action to visit spouses and families," Kessler explains. In such cases, for example, a 'half-way meeting point for military personnel to join up with their families can increase the amount of time they can spend together, and an affordable hotel room rate can help make that possible."
