EDUInsight. com Emerges as Comprehensive Resource for Higher Education Marketing Professionals

EDUInsight. com Emerges as Comprehensive Resource for Higher Education Marketing Professionals

The newly created online academic journal, EDUInsight. com, is gaining clout as the premier online forum where academic administrators can come together to understand and debate industry issues, review the latest trends and exchange best practices in student recruiting, retention and online education.

Hoboken, NJ (PRWEB) October 30, 2007

In the three weeks since its inception, EDUInsight. com is gaining clout as the premier online meeting place where academic administrators can come together to understand and debate the issues of the day, analyze and review the latest trends, exchange ideas, and evolve common sense approaches to student recruiting (http://www. eduinsight. com/recruiting_students), student retention (http://www. eduinsight. com/retaining_students), and online education (http://www. eduinsight. com/online_education).

"Faculty and administrators who are mission-driven tend to have the most positive impact on student recruitment and retention initiatives," says Mark Shay, editor of EDUInsight. com and chief academic liaison for Halyard Education Partners. "EDUInsight. com arms administrators with information and ideas to help institutions gain an edge on their competition and enhance growth in the short - and long-term."

A first-of-its-kind online academic journal (http://www. eduinsight. com), EDUInsight. com addresses four critical business areas--Recruiting Students, Retaining Students, Communicating with Students and Online Education--by providing a variety of features and resources, including:
The Journal, a blog authored by Shay, serves as a platform for educators to express their own views and opinions, providing big-picture thinking, interesting ideas and action items from a diverse constituency. "People with Impact," a weekly interview with an administrative professional holding a unique perspective on the higher education marketing field. An extensive collection of resources contributed by the higher education marketing community, such as white papers, speeches and presentations. News links, book recommendations, conference and event calendars, and an eMarketing Glossary, providing a basic overview of industry buzz words, acronyms and technical terms. New features have been added, the most recent of which are the "EDU Poll" survey, a weekly opportunity for site visitors to weigh in on a burning issue, and "Web Tips," an archive of articles that serve as a how-to guide for creating effective and efficient university websites.

While EDUInsight has already attracted some of the best and brightest minds in the field, featuring interviews with Brian Bright of Liaison International and Ken Hartman of Drexel Online, additional interviews with veteran higher education marketers are in queue to keep the EDUInsight content diverse with a multitude of perspectives.

EDUInsight. com is updated regularly with fresh content, matching the hurried pace of industry innovation. To participate in the national dialogue on student recruitment, retention and online learning, visit http://www. EDUInsight. com (http://www. EDUInsight. com)].

About Halyard Education Partners
Halyard Education Partners (HEP) is a leading interactive marketing and information services company focused on helping higher education institutions manage the student lifecycle from acquisition to alumni. Through some of the most visible education websites, including GradSchools. com, StudyAbroad. com, eLearners. com and EarnMydegree. com, as well its internet marketing services team, HEP has become one of the leading providers of qualified leads for higher education. It also offers a full suite of web-based products and services to manage the relationship across the entire student life cycle from inquiry to retention. For more information on Halyard Education Partners, please visit http://www. halyardeducationpartners. com (http://www. halyardeducationpartners. com)].

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Mr. Olympia Champion Lee Haney Joins ISSA Faculty

Mr. Olympia Champion Lee Haney Joins ISSA Faculty

Fitness legend Lee Haney, an eight-time Mr. Olympia Champion, has taken on the position of Director of Bodybuilding Sciences for the International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA).

Atlanta, GA (PRWEB) September 19, 2006 –-

The International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA) announced today that fitness legend Lee Haney has joined their staff of educational advisors. Mr. Haney, an eight-time Mr. Olympia Champion, is taking on the position of Director of Bodybuilding Sciences for ISSA.

In 1991, Lee Haney became the only eight-time consecutive World Bodybuilding Champion to win the Mr. Olympia crown. Now retired from his historic bodybuilding career, Haney has turned his attention to educating others in the sports and fitness arenas, authoring two exercise books. Revered among his peers for both his comprehensive personal training techniques as well as his contributions to the integrity of exercise in general, Haney assists professional athletes and coaches with sport specific training and nutrition programs during the off-season and for injury rehabilitation, working with such renowned athletes as Evander Holyfield, Shawn Bradley of the Philadelphia 76ers, and the Florida Marlins’ Gary Sheffield.

“Virtually every certified personal trainer can benefit from Lee Haney’s real world experience,” says Dr. Frederick Hatfield, President of the ISSA. “Lee offers an unmatched fitness background incomparable to that of any other individual. He’s an icon in the fitness industry. Even California’s governor, Arnold Schwarzenegger, who won Mr. Olympia seven times in a row, was bested by Lee’s unprecedented record.”

In addition to establishing himself as an expert on weight training and nutrition, Haney has dedicated himself to supporting our youth in the challenges they face growing up in our current day and age. In 1994, he and his wife purchased a farm near their home and created the Haney Harvest House, a non-profit retreat facility for children of all races, creeds, and nationalities. His year-round mentoring program for boys also helps young men from single parent homes achieve a clear definition of manhood. "I wanted to be able to give something back,” he says “I've been so fortunate to have a lot of good things come my way, and it all comes from values I learned from growing up. If we don't take time now to give some of that back to this generation then when will we?"

About Haney Harvest House

Haney’s Harvest House is a full service recreational facility that creates an atmosphere conducive to promoting Harvest House’s commitment to help young people succeed as productive citizens in the 21st century. Lee is most proud of his year-round boys mentoring program, which has multiple Atlanta locations both in the inner city and the suburbs. The mentoring program, which is available to youth organizations year-round, provides a nurturing environment where youth programs, retreats and activities can be held in a secured setting. For more information about this program, you can call the facility at (770) 907-0470 or visit: http://www. leehaney. com/harvest_house. htm (http://www. leehaney. com/harvest_house. htm)

About ISSA

Since 1988 the International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA) has provided certification and continuing education to over 75,000 satisfied fitness professionals. ISSA certifications are recognized worldwide. From Youth Fitness to Senior Fitness, ISSA offers 10 certification programs and dozens of continuing education courses. For more information on the ISSA, please visit: www. issaonline. com

To schedule an interview with a representative of ISSA, please contact:

Sabeen Sadiq

Director of Public Relations for the ISSA

Toll-free: 1-800-892-4772

International: (805) 884-8111

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ASID Showhouse Postponed to November Due to Hurricane Ike

ASID Showhouse Postponed to November Due to Hurricane Ike

Due to the recent issues associated with Hurricane Ike, the Texas Gulf Coast Chapter of ASID (American Society of Interior Designers) will postpone the opening of the ASID Showhouse. Originally scheduled to open October 3rd the Showhouse will now open Saturday November 8th and remain open until Sunday November 23rd.

Houston, TX (PRWEB) September 30, 2008

Due to the recent issues associated with Hurricane Ike, the Texas Gulf Coast Chapter of ASID (American Society of Interior Designers) will postpone the opening of the ASID Showhouse. Originally scheduled to open October 3rd the Showhouse will now open Saturday November 8th and remain open until Sunday November 23rd.

The ASID Woodlands Showhouse is designed in conjunction with Post Homes Ltd and is located at 6 Georgian Row in the Woodlands TX (77380.)

Public tours will be held Wednesday - Sunday from 10AM - 4PM and tickets are $15.00. Partial proceeds will benefit the Gastro-Esophageal Cancer Foundation, Inc.

ASID is dedicated to promoting design excellence, serving its members and the public by demonstrating the value of professional design, and strengthening the partnership with the interior design industry and related professions.

Over 1000 members strong, the Texas Gulf Coast Chapter of ASID provides valuable design referral resources to the public in addition to annual community and charitable involvement. Strong emphasis is placed on supporting the growth of members businesses through continuing education and networking.

For more information about the ASID Showhouse call the TGCC ASID office at 713 626 1470 or visit www. asidtgcc. org.

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PSL Research Appoints Christine Corner as Group Managing Director for its London Operation

PSL Research Appoints Christine Corner as Group Managing Director for its London Operation

Christine Corner joins PSL Research as Managing Director for its London operation.

London, UK (PRWEB) June 15, 2009

PSL Research is delighted to welcome Christine Corner as Group Managing Director for its London operation. "I am excited to be joining a company I know offers a culture of innovation, service and commitment to excellence, ensuring I can provide our clients with the greatest support and smartest insights for driving their business forward," said Christine.

Building on her 15-plus years of healthcare research consulting experience, Christine will be leading the London-based business units and research team, and will work with clients to demonstrate how PSL's products and services can ensure the strongest outcomes for their brands as well as the highest return on their market research investment. In this exciting new role, Christine will be continuing to expand and build on PSL's continuous innovation in products and services.

Paul Barnes, Group President PSL Research, commented: "We are delighted to have Christine as part of the PSL Research team. With her creativity and expertise in solving both business and operational challenges, she brings a unique mix of critical skills to this role, ensuring she can help customers achieve the best results for every brand and in every market."

A History of Strong Industry, Business and Research Experience

Ms. Corner comes to PSL Research from a role as Head of Client Service at TNS Healthcare, and she previously served as Managing Director for Genactis Ltd. London, where she led the research and business development teams, as well as the Qualitative Centre of Excellence. Prior to joining Genactis, she was the Joint MD and Head of European Business Development for NOP World Health, responsible for driving NOP World's global strategy in Europe.

In addition, Christine was Managing Director for Strategic Marketing Corporation (SMC) in London. She joined SMC from Silver Fern Research, where she held Research and Account Director positions. It was at Silver Fern that her reputation as an expert in communication research was built.

Christine has also contributed to a number of key conferences over the last 10 years, including QRCA, PBIRG, EXOBAR and BHBIA.

About PSL Group:
PSL Group is a global organization dedicated to putting information at the service of medicine. The companies and people of the PSL Group aim to improve medical care by serving those who need it, those who provide it and those who seek to improve it.

PSL Group clients include research-based pharmaceutical companies and other healthcare institutions who seek the advancement of medicine. Our primary business purpose is to help these clients increase the effectiveness, as well as lower the cost, of activities pertaining to scientific communication, medical education or product/service marketing.

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Darien Connecticut Resident Henry Strauss Joins the Board of Directors of the Orthopaedic Foundation for Active Lifestyles

Darien Connecticut Resident Henry Strauss Joins the Board of Directors of the Orthopaedic Foundation for Active Lifestyles

Darien Connecticut resident, Henry Strauss, recently joined the Cos Cob based Orthopaedic Foundation for Active Lifestyles as a member of its Board of Directors. The Foundation was created by nationally renowned Greenwich Orthopaedic surgeon, Kevin Plancher, M. D., as a not-for-profit organization whose primary function is to effectively promote, support, develop and encourage research and education concerning minimally invasive orthopaedic surgery and advancements in musculoskeletal diseases.

Yonkers, NY (PRWEB) October 8, 2006

Darien Connecticut resident, Henry Strauss, recently joined the Cos Cob based Orthopaedic Foundation for Active Lifestyles as a member of its Board of Directors. The Foundation was created by nationally renowned Greenwich Orthopaedic surgeon, Kevin Plancher, M. D., as a not-for-profit organization whose primary function is to effectively promote, support, develop and encourage research and education concerning minimally invasive orthopaedic surgery and advancements in musculoskeletal diseases. “The Foundation is committed to initiatives that educate individuals of all ages who are passionate about a healthy lifestyle and engage in self directed practices to maintain that lifestyle,” said Kevin Plancher, M. D. “We are very pleased to have Mr. Strauss as an active member of our Board.”

Mr. Strauss is a prime example of an individual who maintains an active lifestyle. At the age of 91 he is an avid sailor and owns the Doki, his 34-foot sailboat that is moored at the Noroton Yacht Club in Darien. Mr. Strauss’s love of the sea has brought him to navigate six of the seven oceans of the world, compete and place in some of the world’s most prestigious yachting competitions, and earn distinguished membership into the Explorers’ Club, the Cruising Club of America, and the New York Yacht Club.

Henry Strauss was born in New York City in 1915, where he attended New York City public schools and was an intercollegiate diving champion at his alma mater, New York University. In 1940 he married his wife Joan and a year later began active duty in the United States Navy, where he served with distinction. He survived the worst noncombatant disaster in the history of the Navy in a gale off the coast of Newfoundland. For helping save the lives of his shipmates, Mr. Strauss was cited for heroism and commissioned to command a subchaser in the South Pacific through some of the worst naval combat of the war. He retired from the Navy in 1946 as a Lieutenant Senior Grade. Mr. Strauss moved to Connecticut to raise two daughters and start his own business. Through his company, Henry Strauss Productions, Mr. Strauss pioneered

The used of film to teach, train, increase people’s productivity, and promote understanding between cultures. Clients of Henry Strauss Productions included the U. S. Army, the State Department, IBM, AT&T, General Electric, and Pan American Airways.

"I am pleased to serve on the Orthopaedic Foundation for Active Lifestyles,” stated Henry Strauss, “as I am a firm believer in individuals being active and participating fully in their careers and interests throughout their lifetime. Staying in the game for life is a phrase of the Foundation and I embrace it whole heartedly.”

Orthopaedic Foundation for Active Lifestyles

A non-profit Foundation formed by Kevin Plancher, M. D. dedicated to advancements in research and education for orthopaedics and sports medicine. Visit our website at www. ofals. org

About Plancher Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine

Plancher Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine, formed by Kevin Plancher, M. D., is a leader in the field of Orthopaedics, Sports Medicine, and acute emergency treatment of sports injury and rehabilitation. Visit our website at www. plancherortho. com.

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New Web 2.0 Programming Developments Discussed in Cutting-Edge Text

New Web 2.0 Programming Developments Discussed in Cutting-Edge Text

Jones & Bartlett Publishers is pleased to announce the release of a brand new text titled, Web 2.0 Fundamentals: with AJAX, Development Tools, and Mobile Platforms, by Silicon Valley professionals Oswald Campesato and Kevin Nilson.

Sudbury, MA (Vocus) March 3, 2010 –-

Jones & Bartlett Publishers is pleased to announce the release of a brand new text titled, Web 2.0 Fundamentals: with AJAX, Development Tools, and Mobile Platforms (http://www. jbpub. com/catalog/9780763779733/), by Silicon Valley professionals Oswald Campesato and Kevin Nilson. The book examines many facets of Web 2.0 to increase the readers’ knowledge of the concepts, tools, products, and technologies that make up the recent Web 2.0 landscape.

Designed for a broad spectrum of people with technically diverse backgrounds, the book covers the most recent developments in Web 2.0 programming topics and applications, including cloud computing, Google AppEngine, Social Networks, Comet, HTML5, semantic technology, and a chapter on the future of the Web, which contains contributions from more than a dozen professionals currently working in industry.

“This is the book I wish had been available when I started learning about Web 2.0,” says author Oswald Campesato. “The diversity of products and tools that are described in the book chapters reflect the passion and intensity of our commitment to write a Web 2.0 book that we believe will meet the needs of an audience with a wide and diverse set of needs.”

A CD-ROM, included with every new copy of the book, and a companion website (www. web2-book) provide online code samples from the book and links to relevant open source projects. In addition, the website provides the appendices (which are included on the CD-ROM) with an extensive set of navigable links for supplemental material and links for the Twitter (www. twitter. com/web2book (http://www. twitter. com/web2book)) account and the Facebook page that are associated with this book.

ISBN-13: 978-0-7637-7973-3
MSRP: $49.95
Just Published and Now Available

About the Authors: Oswald Campesato is a co-founder and CEO of a stealth-mode Web 2.0 company in the social media space. He has worked for various companies, including JustSystems of Japan, Oracle, AAA, and several start-ups, and he has held numerous roles, including CTO, VP of Product Development, Director, Senior Development Manager, and Java developer.

Kevin Nilson is currently a Principal Software Architect for a large financial firm in Silicon Valley. He leads the Silicon Valley Web Developer Java User Group and the Silicon Valley Google Technology User Group. Kevin is a Sun Certified Java Programmer and Sun Certified Web Component Developer.

About Jones and Bartlett Publishers (www. jbpub. com)
Founded in 1983, Jones and Bartlett is a world-leading provider of instructional, assessment and learning-performance management solutions for the post-secondary, career and professional markets. We endeavor to develop educational programs and services that improve learning outcomes and enhance student achievement across a broad spectrum of academic, vocational and professional fields.

Contact:
Lindsay Ruggiero
Jones and Bartlett Publishers
978-579-8318
Lruggiero (at) jbpub (dot) com

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CANDLES THAT COMFORT-- Remembering the babies who died too soon

CANDLES THAT COMFORT-- Remembering the babies who died too soon

The Comfort Company has released a new candle design in commemoration with October 15th-Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day.

(PRWEB) October 10, 2003

The Comfort Company, an online retailer of unique sympathy gifts, has released a new candle design in commemoration with Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day which is October 15th. Each year on this day, grieving parents across the country are encouraged to light a candle at 7:00 p. m. local time as a way to remember the babies they have lost due to miscarriage, stillbirth or neonatal death.

Renee Wood, founder of The Comfort Company, designed the candle as a way for parents to honor a pregnancy that has ended in loss. It also offers a unique way for family members and friends to respond to a loss with a comforting gift of remembrance. Formally a neonatal intensive care social worker, Wood understands the importance of encouraging parents to grieve for the babies who died too soon. "The very process of remembering can be healing," states Wood. "And it's just as important for others to achknowledge that a loss has occurred and to respond with compassion, understanding and remembrance." The candle, a frosted votive, is accented by a pewter ornament with a ribbon-tied heart and the word "remember". The candle retails for $14.95.

Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month was adopted by former President Ronald Reagan in 1988 as a way to recognize the need for community education and awareness regarding miscarriage, stillbirth or neonatal death. Each year, close to 1 million families are faced with the tragedy of pregnancy and infant loss.

For more information or to order a candle, log on to: www. thecomfortcompany. net.

WILL PARADISE, MICHIGAN PLAY IN MOSCOW, RUSSIA?

WILL PARADISE, MICHIGAN PLAY IN MOSCOW, RUSSIA?

(PRWEB) January 5, 2001

PRESS RELEASE

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WILL PARADISE, MICHIGAN PLAY IN MOSCOW, RUSSIA?

American Independent Feature Film "Postmark Paradise" selected for screening at Moscow International Film Festival on January 19, 2001.

Entertainment Paradise Group, Inc., is pleased to announce that it's feature film "Postmark Paradise" has been accepted for screening at the 2001 Moscow "Faces of Love" International Film Festival. After screening at five American film festivals, this is the first European screening of this American film produced in Grand Rapids, Michigan and photographed in nearby Freeport, population 458.

Russian actress Natalia Nazarova stars with Tantoo Cardinal (Smoke Signals, The Education of Little Tree, Where the Rivers Flow North, and Dances With Wolves) in a heart warming story of a Russian mail order bride that is tricked into coming to America and discovers her own unique version of the American dream. The broad audience appeal of this heart-warming film and rave American press reviews prompted the Russian directors of this festival to extend a rare invitation to an American film to participate in their festival.

Michael Hughes, Entertainment Critic of the Garnett Entertainment News Service called "Postmark Paradise...the highlight of any festival. Superbly written and directed...Natalia is stunningly good... Tantoo matches her perfectly... This movie has charm, humor, and - most of all - truth."

"... a fine, well crafted film... heartwarming and surprisingly

Unpredictable... It plays beautifully... this film rang so true. If

American men knew that we'd meet someone like Viktoria (Natalia

Nazarova) if we answered one of those mail order bride ads, we'd be

Swiping all the Russian women."

 Merle Bertrand, Film Critic, Film Threat Weekly

"...Postmark Paradise is sweet and thoughtful; Nazarova shines as a

Jilted immigrant bride, and Cardinal's tough-love, acerbic barmaid is

Dead on. Spend 92 minutes in Paradise, if you can."

 Alli Joseph, "The Right Coast" Roughcut. com

While at the American festivals, "Postmark Paradise" received "Best Feature Film" awards at two festivals, most recently the 2000 Northampton Film Festival. At Northampton, "Postmark" was screened to an appreciative, capacity audience at the 1,100 seat Academy of Music.

Whether Russian audiences will appreciate the portrayal of this little Michigan town is soon to be determined. The screening will take place in the "House of Cinema" which is located in Moscow's downtown theatre district.

Natalia Nazarova is represented by Arizona attorney Elliot Grysen and

In Moscow by Larissa Isaeva of Actors Agency Max. Media relations are

Provided by Bobbi Marcus of Bobbi Marcus Public Relations, Los

Angeles, California. For additional information or interviews contact

Mr. Grysen in America at (800) 727-1470, or visit NataliaNazarova. com or

PostmarkParadise. com.

Customer Education Vital to Ease Industry Inertia Toward New Assays in the In-Vitro Diagnostics Industry

Customer Education Vital to Ease Industry Inertia Toward New Assays in the In-Vitro Diagnostics Industry

Companies need to train lab personnel on the use of these new tests as well as educate physicians about the ability of these assays to improve the overall cost efficiency and patient outcomes. This can be achieved by demonstrating the use of these assays for accurate and early diagnosis of life-threatening diseases to physicians.

Palo Alto, CA (PRWEB) March 10, 2006

Developers of assays for in-vitro diagnostics need to overcome the significant challenge of proving their technologies’ worth to rid potential end users of their skepticism about the reliability of new assays. Their apprehensions can be resolved only through effective demonstrations and education about the remarkable benefits of these assays.

Companies need to train lab personnel on the use of these new tests as well as educate physicians about the ability of these assays to improve the overall cost efficiency and patient outcomes. This can be achieved by demonstrating the use of these assays for accurate and early diagnosis of life-threatening diseases to physicians.

If you are interested in a virtual brochure, which provides manufacturers, end users, and other industry participants with an overview of the latest analysis of the In-Vitro Diagnostics – Industry Impact, then send an e-mail to Melina Trevino - Corporate Communications with the following information: your full name, company name, title, telephone number, e-mail address, city, state, and country. We will send you the information via email upon receipt of the above information.

There has been wider acceptance of newly developed tumor and prostrate markers, breast cancer tests, and other assay technologies because of their high sensitivity as well as their specificity, fast turn-around times, easy-to-use interfaces, and low cross reactivity.

The tests need to be easily accessible to end-users across the world and not merely restricted to those in developed countries. It is vital to make them available in developing countries, where there is widespread prevalence of diseases requiring these assays.

Once companies identify the need and market for assays, it is imperative for them to find a suitable technology platform that can provide real-time, dependable, and accurate laboratory-grade results. Researchers also have to solve automation and integration issues during the development phase so that there is minimum human involvement, which in turn can lower costs.

Lack of automation in molecular diagnostics has led to high labor involvements right from the sample preparation stage. This necessitates access to highly automated nucleic acid isolation platforms.

After developing the assay technology, companies need to focus on its licensing and commercialization. Researching universities seek companies that can take a product from being a prototype to the commercialization phase through manufacturing, testing, clinical trials, regulatory review, and approval.

“All assay platforms need a huge amount of validation over many years with a wide range of patient subjects as well as huge investments,” says Frost & Sullivan Senior Research Analyst Sachin Thukral. “Moreover, manufacturing companies need to produce systems that are smaller, faster, and easy to use.”

The path to commercialization of a technology also involves meeting regulations, which differ from country to country. Companies may have to file for reimbursements separately in several countries for each assay added to an analyzer.

However, budgetary pressures have compelled governments to limit the reimbursements provided for assays. As a result, healthcare systems have to choose between better clinical tests at higher prices and those that offer lesser sensitivity and accuracy at lower prices.

“Studies have demonstrated that reimbursement from Medicare is severely flawed and that often, new assays with greater benefits may be reimbursed with an equivalent or lesser amount than that provided for an already existing one,” notes Thukral. “Moreover, the Medicare fee schedule has not been revised due to inflation for 13 of the last 15 years and is not expected to be updated again till the end of 2008.”

Nevertheless, the cost-containment measures of governments could compel healthcare organizations to use reliable, sensitive, and preventive assays to improve the quality of healthcare. This, in turn, can help them save considerable sums of money.

In-Vitro Diagnostics – Industry Impact is part of the Technical Insights -- Healthcare vertical subscription service. The study offers an analysis of recent developments in the in-vitro diagnostics industry and identifies commercial applications. This research service enables companies to align their positioning strategies to benefit from emerging technologies. Executive summaries and analyst interviews are available to the press.

Technical Insights is an international technology analysis business that produces a variety of technical news alerts, newsletters, and research services.

Frost & Sullivan, a global growth consulting company, has been partnering with clients to support the development of innovative strategies for more than 40 years. The company's industry expertise integrates growth consulting, growth partnership services, and corporate management training to identify and develop opportunities. Frost & Sullivan serves an extensive clientele that includes Global 1000 companies, emerging companies, and the investment community by providing comprehensive industry coverage that reflects a unique global perspective and combines ongoing analysis of markets, technologies, econometrics, and demographics. For more information, visit www. frost. com.

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New Board Chair Named for National Association of Executive Recruiters - President of Tampa-Based Executive Recruiting Firm Chosen

New Board Chair Named for National Association of Executive Recruiters - President of Tampa-Based Executive Recruiting Firm Chosen

The National Association of Executive Recruiters (NAER) has named Kaarla McKenzie, President of Tampa-based Source Executive Search|Consulting, Inc. (www. sourceexecutive. com), as the new chair of its global board of directors. She will replace Deborah Hall-Kayler of Hall & Associates, Ltd., in what will be a one-year term.

Tampa, FL (Vocus) June 19, 2009

The National Association of Executive Recruiters (NAER) has named Kaarla McKenzie, President of Tampa-based Source Executive Search|Consulting, Inc. (www. sourceexecutive. com), as the new chair of its global board of directors. She will replace Deborah Hall-Kayler of Hall & Associates, Ltd., in what will be a one-year term.

The 24 year-old NAER is a professional association of niche recruiting firms with members in the United States and Europe. The NAER’s goal is to attract highly qualified and experienced search professionals and to maintain programs, services and outreach that will enhance members' professional stature and their ability to provide quality services to their clients.

"I look forward to working with the other members of the NAER board on growing our membership and supporting our members in their professional growth as recruiters and small business owners,” McKenzie says. As chair of the NAER, McKenzie will also develop and execute learning opportunities and will plan the organization’s annual conference in Chicago, Illinois for 2010.

McKenzie accepted the chair position at the association’s well attended 2009 conference in Chicago last month. “I am honored to be chosen by my peers as Chair, especially at this critical time,” McKenzie says. “The executive search industry is definitely feeling the impact of current economic conditions. In times like these, it’s even more essential to uphold the highest of ethical standards and to provide member firms with educational opportunities, best practices and professional support.”

McKenzie began her recruiting career in 1994, initially geared toward communications and information technology industries, and later within the advertising and marketing arena. She joined niche advertising and marketing recruiting firm PLA, Inc. in early 1999 and ultimately assumed responsibility for the direction and daily operations of the firm in 2001. In 2004, McKenzie rebranded the professional search practice from PLA, Inc. to Source Executive Search|Consulting. The firm’s focus is identifying, sourcing and recruiting exceptional talent in advertising, marketing, media, sales promotion and public relations for brand leaders and their agencies.

According to past chair Deborah Hall-Kayler, “Kaarla brings passion and a collaborative approach, which will really allow NAER to offer greater value to its current members, as well as to prospective members. We are all thrilled to have Kaarla as the Chair of NAER.” Joining her on the board are Vice-Chair Michael L. Garnes of St. Augustine-based Next Level Executive Search, which specializes in the Sports Industry, and Treasurer/Secretary Seamus McGardle of Dublin, Ireland-based SRI Executive Search, which focuses on global placements for Life Science, Energy and Non-Profit organizations.

In addition to naming McKenzie as board chair at the 2009 conference, the NAER accepted Shooting Search, Inc. as its newest member firm. Shooting Search, Inc., founded by long time executive recruiter Bob Zahra and under the management of Martin Zahra, is a retained key employee search firm for the shooting, hunting, knife, law enforcement/tactical and outdoor industry. Shooting Search, Inc. is located in Sanford, Florida. For more information, visit www. shootingsearch. com.

ABOUT THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF EXECUTIVE RECRUITERS: Founded in 1985 by a group of leading executive search professionals, the National Association of Executive Recruiters (NAER) represents a membership dedicated to the highest level of ethical standards and practices in senior-management recruiting. Its goal is to continually enhance quality and methods through education, interaction, and professional competence. For more information, call 847-885-1453 or visit www. NAER. org.

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Lou Diamond Philips to be Honored at Time for Lyme Dream Gala

Lou Diamond Philips to be Honored at Time for Lyme Dream Gala

Actors, Musicians and Scientist unite to create a Lyme Free World. Time for Lyme hosts 8th Fundraiser. Proceeds from the Gala will fund critically important research and education.

Greenwich, CT (PRWEB) April 5, 2009

Time for Lyme (TFL), a research, education and advocacy group will honor Lou Diamond Phillips.

TFL has the distinct privilege to introduce Lou Diamond Phillips to the Lyme disease community at the TFL Gala, "The Dream - Creating a Lyme Free World" to be held on April 18th in Greenwich CT, where he will receive the 2009 Time For Lyme Humanitarian Award.

ABOUT THE AWARD: In 2007, Time For Lyme introduced a bi-annual award ceremony to honor great humanitarians who also advance the awareness of Lyme disease and help make progress towards its cure. The first recipient of the Award, in April 2007 was the designer Tommy Hilfiger.

Lou Diamond Phillips' diverse background has enriched his many performances which have garnered him a Tony Award Nomination for the critically acclaimed The King and I, and both a Golden Globe Nomination and Independent Spirit Award for Stand and Deliver. Lou has also starred in such acclaimed feature films as La Bamba and Young Guns, among many others. He has recently joined the cast of Sci Fi Channel's new original series SGU: Stargate Universe.

As a distinguished actor, director and writer in the world of entertainment, Lou Diamond Phillips has also turned his creative talents and personal efforts towards improving the lives of many people who needed a tireless champion.

Mr. Phillips has received numerous accolades for his humanitarian work over the years, including the Oxfam America Partners Award for his commitment to fighting global hunger. He has been recognized by Amnesty International for his human rights work. He also has served as a spokesman for ACT Today and the California Teachers Association's Read Across America Program. He is the spokesperson for Autism Care and Treatment and is also very active with Aids Project LA and with Broadway Cares. Most recently, Mr. Phillips received a presidential citation from the Philippine President, Gloria Macapagal Arroyo, in recognition of his efforts for Filipino World War II Veterans.

The Dream Gala will feature the Young People's Chorus of New York City in a program highlighted by the chorus's signature song, "Give Us Hope," composed by Jim Papoulis, with lyrics by Leo Schaff and Regine Urbach. Click to listen. http://timeforlyme. org/ (http://timeforlyme. org/).

The Gala will also celebrate the award-winning movie "LYMELIFE" directed by Derick Martini and starring Alec Baldwin, Emma Roberts, Rory Culkin, Kieran Culkin, Jill Hennessey, Cynthia Nixon and Timothy Hutton.

Nobel Laureate Professor Luc Montagnier will be awarded Time for Lyme's Lauren F. Brooks Hope Award for his global perspective on infectious diseases, including Lyme disease.

While most cases of Lyme disease are reported from North America and Europe, the disease is also found for example, in China, Australia, Japan, North Africa and Israel. "For over 30 years, nothing seems to have improved for those stricken with chronic Lyme disease. Misdiagnosed and improperly treated Lyme disease can lead to a devastating effect on a person, a family, and a community.

Time for Lyme hopes that the community will join with the honored guests on April 18th to help Time for Lyme realize its dream to create a Lyme-Free world.

About Lyme disease
Lyme disease is the most common vector-borne disease in the United States, with more than 20,000 new cases officially reported every year. Unofficial counts are much higher. Lyme has been found in all 50 states with a strikingly high percentage of its victims being children.

Children are particularly vulnerable because they are outside a lot, especially in the early summer, when ticks are most plentiful. If they become infected, kids may experience headaches, fatigue and flu-like symptoms. If the disease is left untreated, children may also develop muscular and joint problems, learning and behavioral problems, depression, nerve damage, memory loss and other cognitive, psychiatric and neurological problems.

Lyme disease is caused by a bacterium carried in certain ticks. Most, but not all, people infected with Lyme will see a bull's-eye rash at the site of the tick bite between three and 30 days after infection. While this rash is a definitive symptom of Lyme, most diagnostic tests for the disease are unreliable and may produce false negatives, according to TFL and the Lyme Disease Association (LDA). TFL and LDA together have endowed the Lyme and Tick-Borne Diseases Research Center at Columbia University Medical Center in New York City, the first of its kind dedicated to the study of chronic Lyme disease.

About the Time for Lyme Gala
On April 18, 2009, Time for Lyme will present its bi - annual Gala event - The Dream - Creating a Lyme Free World, at the Hyatt Regency in Greenwich, CT. Proceeds from the Gala will be used to combate the devastating effects of Lyme and other tick borne illnesses. During the course of the evening, TFL will share information regarding its work in education, advocacy, and will talk about progress in research. Please visit http://www. timeforlyme. org/dreamgala (http://www. timeforlyme. org/dreamgala) or call (203) 969-1333 for more information and tickets.

About Time for Lyme
Time for Lyme is a community organization that seeks to eradicate tick-borne diseases by promoting research, education and legislation, while serving as a resource for information sharing and support. www. timeforlyme. org

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Arizona Parents Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at Launch Party for Kids Love Spanish™, A New Spanish DVD Series for Children

Arizona Parents Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at Launch Party for Kids Love Spanish™, A New Spanish DVD Series for Children

Kids Love Spanish™ is Endorsed by Parents and Teachers Everywhere

Mesa, Ariz. (PRWEB) May 1, 2007

Arizona parents are celebrating Cinco de Mayo by teaching their children Spanish, with the help of a new award-winning DVD series for children, WWW. KIDSLOVESPANISH. COM [Kids Love Spanish™]. Mesa kids are viewing the DVDs, celebrating Cinco de Mayo, enjoying food, a magician, face painter, bouncy castle, live entertainment, and more at the Kids Love Spanish™ Launch Party in Mesa from 10:00-12:00 noon on Saturday, May 5, 2007.

This DVD series includes seven different fun and educational DVDs that teach introductory Spanish to children of all ages. Kids love watching six-year-old Brock and 75 of his friends, ranging in all different ages, say the words and learn proper pronunciation from Brock’s mom, Julie, and his aunt, Krisse. By using repetitive teaching methods, bright colors, and engaging music, these DVDs equip children with essential building blocks for future language acquisition. Kids also love learning Spanish from their animated mascot, “Cacto.” Parents and teachers rave about how fun, easy, and useful these DVDs are for all children.

Kids Love Spanish™ was recently applauded by Scottsdale Parenting Group members, for its creativity and excellence. Sheri Granger, SPG member, said, “Our children love the DVDs and we recommend them to all parents, no matter how young or old your children are.” Teachers agree with parents that the Kids Love Spanish™ DVDs are the best on the market. First Grade Teacher from Lawndale, California, Jodi Manby, said, "I highly recommend the Kids Love Spanish™ series for all young learners. As an educator, I have often searched for quality materials on teaching Spanish and have never been satisfied. Finally, with this series, I've found exactly what I've been looking for!"

Kids Love Spanish™ was created by two Mompreneurs, Krisse Brock Kelly and Julie Brock Campbell, who happen to be sisters and best friends. As the daughters of an asparagus farmer, they grew up speaking Spanish with their family in a small agricultural town that borders Mexicali, Mexico, in El Centro, California. Both sisters studied Spanish throughout school and studied abroad in Mexico and Chile and Krisse later became a bilingual teacher and vice-principal. Once they started their own families, they noticed a void in the market for Spanish DVDs, so they decided to create their own program. Kelly said, “Because we couldn’t find a dynamic Spanish series that engaged the entire family, we created our own!”

Kelly and Campbell are not alone. More and more parents are interested in exposing their children to a foreign language at an early age because of its many benefits. “Children exposed to the sounds of a foreign language earlier in life are better able to learn that language, becoming bilingual as they grow older, and become more successful overall,” Gloria Gilbert, Ph. D., Child Psychologist. Speaking from experience with her own family, Campbell said, “I have found that knowing a second language has given my children greater overall confidence and has boosted their creativity. With the launch of our company, I look forward to sharing our love of Spanish with others.”

Products
The WWW. KIDSLOVESPANISH. COM [Kids Love Spanish™] Box Set is now available and includes Volumes 1-7: Basic Words, Alphabet & Numbers, Family, Food, Colors & Shapes, Animals, and Basic Phrases. Also available are individual DVDs: Basic Words – Volume 1, focuses on everyday words children can use right away. Alphabet and Numbers – Volume 2, teaches children the ABC’s and 123’s in Spanish. They’ll enjoy singing along to the music and learning Spanish as they go. Family – Volume 3, teaches children how to say important family names in Spanish. Your family will be impressed when they hear your children call them the right name in Spanish. Food – Volume 4, teaches children what to call different foods in Spanish. It’s deliciously fun and very educational. Colors and Shapes – Volume 5, teaches children how to refer to all different shapes and colors in Spanish. It’s a very colorful DVD for the whole family to enjoy. Animals – Volume 6, teaches your kids how to say different animals in Spanish. (Includes live footage of animals from the Phoenix Zoo) Basic Phrases – Volume 7, is slightly more advanced and teaches children important phrases in Spanish.

All seven of the new Kids Love Spanish™ DVDs are now available in a convenient box set with a low introductory rate of only $99.99. Each DVD is also available individually for only $17.99. All Kids Love Spanish™ DVDs are available now at WWW. KIDSLOVESPANISH. COM, on Amazon, in local boutiques, and will soon be available in retail stores near you. Approximate running time 30 minutes. Recommended for ages 1-8+.

Awards
The Kids Love Spanish™ DVDs were recently given The Platinum Award by The Family Review Center for overall excellence in creation, development, and production. (This is the first time The Platinum Award has been granted to a company for a video product.)

The Kids Love Spanish™ DVDs also received The Parenting Site GOLD Seal Award from American Baby Contest for having a high-quality Website, that is family-friendly, easy to navigate, and well designed.

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Kognito Named 2008 CODiE Award Finalist for Best Workplace Training Solution Developed for New York City's Office of Emergency Management

Kognito Named 2008 CODiE Award Finalist for Best Workplace Training Solution Developed for New York City's Office of Emergency Management

Kognito Interactive (www. kognito. com), a leading developer of immersive learning simulations, announced today that it has been selected as a finalist in CODiE awards competition in the "Best Workforce Training Solution" category for its online simulation to train 30,000 New York City employees how to manage emergency shelters in the event of a hurricane.

New York, NY (PRWEB) March 5, 2008

Kognito Interactive (www. kognito. com), a leading developer of immersive learning simulations, announced today that it has been selected by the Software & Information Industry Association (SIIA) as a finalist in the 23rd Annual CODiE Awards competition in the "Best Workforce Training Solution" category.

The finalist ranking was awarded for the Hurricane Sheltering Orientation elearning course developed by Kognito for New York City's Office of Emergency Management (OEM). Based on lessons learned from Hurricane Katrina, OEM made significant updates to NYC's hurricane sheltering system, which could serve up to 600,000 New Yorkers who may need to evacuate their homes due to storm surge flooding. To operate effectively, this system would require more than 30,000 city workers and volunteers, all of whom must be trained prior to a hurricane event.

"Utilizing simulation technology as part of the online course allowed us to effectively engage learners and provide them with hands-on experience solving situations they are likely to face in a real event, such as dealing with evacuees and managing the operations of a shelter," said Kelly R. McKinney, Deputy Commissioner of Planning and Preparedness at NYC OEM. "This helped make the course a pivotal part of NYC's hurricane training program."

The 1½-hour online simulation course, developed with the City University of New York's School of Professional Studies, engages learners in a realistic narrative of a six-day hurricane event, allowing them to assume the role of a hurricane shelter staff member and practice managing a virtual hurricane shelter. More information about the course can be viewed at http://www. kognito. com/website/#/portfolio/2/ (http://www. kognito. com/website/#/portfolio/2/).

"CODiE's recognition further validates the unique value the Kognito team provides by combining our strong expertise in elearning with our proprietary simulation and game technology," said Kognito CEO Ron Goldman. "As a NYC-based company it was a great honor for us to be in a position to assist the city in its effort to be better prepared for a catastrophic event such as a hurricane."

About Kognito Interactive
Kognito Interactive (www. kognito. com) is a leading developer of immersive learning simulations for academic and business education. Our web-based simulations and training programs allow learners to practice and build experiences so they can better perform in real-life situations. Located in Manhattan, our team has a unique combination of expertise in psychology, learning and leadership as well as innovative simulation and game technology. Utilizing its proprietary simulation platform technology and processes, Kognito has worked with Fortune 500 companies, academic institutions and government entities to design and deliver measurable and effective learning solutions..

About SIIA
The Software & Information Industry Association (SIIA) is the principal trade association for the software and digital content industry. Through a unique combination of journalist and peer review, the CODiE Awards program recognizes the high-tech industry's most outstanding products and services. Finalists were chosen from more than 1,000 nominations submitted by over 600 companies. Awards winners will be announced at the SIIA gala event on May 20, 2008 in San Francisco, CA.

Media Contacts:

Xenia Moore, Moore Media Relations, Inc.
619-275-0185

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Catholic Christian Store Opening in Plymouth

Catholic Christian Store Opening in Plymouth

STATIC Gifts, a Catholic Christian books and gifts store, is opening for business in the city of Plymouth.

Plymouth, MI (PRWEB) November 17, 2006

STATIC Youth, LLC is announcing the opening of yet another division of its corporation in the opening of STATIC Gifts. "I can't tell you how excited we are in being able to provide for the larger community this important ministry," said Paul Sposite, one of the partners.

Doors to the store located at 875 Wing Street opened for business on Friday, November 10 to little fan fare. The store will try to provide for a wide variety of needs -- general gifts, candles, religious articles such as rosaries and Bibles, DVDs and CDs as well as both fiction and non-fiction books. "We are asking for those who come to let us know when they don't see something they want," said Carol Perkins, another of the partners. "We want very much to meet the needs of all the Churches in this area and we can't if we don't know what they need." The possibility is being discussed to eventually provide a Catholic Bible Study as well as Adult Education Classes and meetings in the store's small classroom.

STATIC Gifts is a part of a larger corporation, STATIC Youth, LLC, which has as its primary mission bringing the Word of God to the youth population. What began as specific need in one area Catholic Church to provide a different more engaging model of ministry to reach the middle school youth, has developed into an important ministry. "We are losing our Youth," states Sue and Steve Demaree, two more of the partners, "and if we don't change our approach we will never see them again."

STATIC Gifts is planning for a formal Grand Opening on Saturday, December 2nd. At that time there will be cider, coffee and doughnuts as well as music provided by Brian Walker. At 1 p. m. Fr. Gary Michalik, Pastor at St. Theodore's in Westland, will be in the store to bless this important endeavor. General public is encouraged to come and participate in the day's events.

Contact: Theresa Lisiecki

Tel. 734-716-6338

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U CAN Unveils Enhancements for Its "All-in-One" Watering Can; Receives Endorsement

U CAN Unveils Enhancements for Its "All-in-One" Watering Can; Receives Endorsement

U CAN called "the most versatile gardening tool"; Great holiday gift for gardeners

Raleigh, NC (Vocus) September 23, 2009

The U CAN Brand LLC, a new company creating innovative gardening products, today introduced here at booth 521 of the Garden Writers 61st Annual Symposium 2009 enhancements to its "all-in-one" watering can that handily connects watering and fertilizing.

Since the successful introduction of The U CAN Watering System® last month, some product features have been fine-tuned and production has been ramped up to fulfill garden center and online orders for this holiday season.

"In listening to customer feedback, we refined The U CAN even further by texturing the handle and an area below the spout, which will deliver an even more manageable pour especially when watering hanging plants," said Jim Ugone, company president of The U CAN Brand LLC.

One of the first nursery owners to preview The U CAN, Steve Nunan of Nunan's Florist and Greenhouses, Inc. in Georgetown, Mass., said, "I've been in the business for over forty years and have seen a lot of ideas come and go, but The U CAN is the most versatile gardening tool that I've seen yet!" Garden centers open year-round have started purchasing The U CAN in anticipation of holiday gift sales.

The translucent two-gallon capacity watering can conveniently organizes common gardening tasks with an integrated measuring cup and spoon, a place to hold gardening gloves, and a storage post for a removable sprinkler head. The U CAN includes a handy waterproof compartment to store any kind of fertilizer and cleverly reminds the gardener when they most recently fertilized. It is engineered to evenly distribute weight while carrying, lifting and pouring. Rubber grips make handling more comfortable.

The U CAN will be on display at the Garden Writers Symposium from September 23rd-24th. Some of the other features can be seen on the video at the company's website: www. TheUCanBrand. com]. The company will be accepting online orders for The U CAN, priced at $29.95 plus shipping, beginning in mid-October.

The U CAN Brand LLC was founded in June 2009 by Ugone, president, to innovate and sell affordable, highly purposeful gardening products of excellence. A graduate of the Stockbridge School of Agriculture and The University of Massachusetts, Ugone also earned a master's degree in vocational education from the University of New Hampshire. He taught vocational horticulture for nearly ten years before entering the world of finance. He then began his career of providing financial advice to clients primarily in the green industry, and today remains a passionate gardener.

For more information about the unique all-in-one watering can, contact: Cyndi Deal, Vice President, Finance & Marketing, http://www. TheUCanBrand. com (http://www. TheUCanBrand. com), 978-887-4191.

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GK Announces 2010-2011 Breast Cancer Awareness Leotards

GK Announces 2010-2011 Breast Cancer Awareness Leotards

GK Elite Sportswear continues its support of the National Breast Cancer Coalition Fund in the fight against Breast Cancer by offering its 2010 line of Breast Cancer Awareness Leotards. 5% of the sales of each leotard purchased from this collection to the NBCC

Reading, PA (PRWEB) October 20, 2010

GK Elite Sportswear, L. P. is proud to promote its 2010-2010 line of leotards supporting Breast Cancer Awareness. For the seventh year, GK is taking a stand against breast cancer. The Company’s 2010-2011 collection of breast cancer apparel features tank leotards with Pink Ribbon embellishments and designs. GK is a proud sponsor of the National Breast Cancer Coalition Fund (NBCC), and will contribute 5% of the sales of each leotard purchased from its collection to the NBCC.

“As the market leader in gymnastics, we are so proud to, once again, support the cause.” stated GK Sr. Marketing Manager, Kelly Christman. “We touch so many young women and girls through the sport of gymnastics, that it is our responsibility to help educate our athletes about breast cancer. It is our hope that the power of education will save lives. “

GK’S 2010-2011 line of Breast Cancer Awareness apparel includes three In-Stock leotards embellished with the Pink Ribbon in support of the cause. These special leotards are available through June 2011 and are perfect for breast cancer themed meets and events, and can be worn with pride afterward. Each year GK continues to add more styles to promote this worthy cause. This dazzling and inspiring collection of leotards is a perfect complement for breast cancer events. GK’s Breast Cancer Awareness apparel is available online at our website:

Http://www. GKElite. com/emails/2009BreastCancerLeotards. html

GK’s Breast Cancer Awareness Workout leotards are In-Stock and ready to ship within 3-5 days. Fans will love the apparel and show their support, which will raise money for the cause.

GK is the world’s leading supplier of gymnastics apparel and is recognized around the world for superior variety, quality, fit and service. GK is proud to have been chosen by adidas® to manufacture the US National Team Competitive apparel for USA Gymnastics since 2000 and is the sole producer of adidas® brand gymnastics apparel worldwide. Based in Reading, Pennsylvania, Elite Sportswear, L. P., the company behind the GK brand, continues its commitment to American-made quality and continuous innovation in designs for Gymnastics, Cheerleading, Dance, and Drill Team apparel. For more information about GK Elite visit http://www. gk-elitesportswear. com or call Kelly Christman at (610) 921-1469.

National Breast Cancer Coalition (NBCC) is dedicated to ending breast cancer through the power of grassroots action and advocacy. NBCC increases funding for breast cancer research; monitors how those funds are spent; expands access to quality health care for all; and ensures that trained advocates influence all decision making that impacts breast cancer. Visit StopBreastCancer. org or call 202-296-7477

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QuickBizSkills. com Introduces the "Proactive Hindsight Guaranteed Goal Achievement Program."

QuickBizSkills. com Introduces the "Proactive Hindsight Guaranteed Goal Achievement Program."

The "Proactive Hindsight Guaranteed Goal Achievement Program" (PHGGAP) utilizes our uniquely human ability to imagine and experience a future as if it already exists, then to sculpt reality to make it fit the imagined future. The program is designed to help organizations set and achieve key goals. Unlike traditional "goal-setting", this program focuses on goal achievement, not goal creation. PHGGAP creates strong emotional bonds with the desired goal that act to pull the participants toward the goal's achievement, bonds that actually get stronger as the goal gets nearer. What's more, the Proactive Hindsight program eliminates the anxiety usually associated with trying to achieve a goal and replaces it with a deep feeling of confidence the goal will be achieved.

Chicago, IL (PRWEB) September 15, 2010

http://www. quickbizskills. com (http://www. quickbizskills. com) - We've all heard the saying that "hindsight is 20/20". The Proactive Hindsight Guaranteed Goal Achievement Program, utilizes the accuracy of hindsight in an unconventional and highly effective way.

The Proactive Hindsight Program, unlike traditional goal-setting programs, utilizes a proprietary facilitated technique that takes the participants into a richly imagined future in which the desired goal has already been achieved. Once in their successful future, participants simply look back to see how they got there.

In other words, they use 20/20 hindsight from the imagined future to see the step-by-step path to their goal.

In addition to developing a detailed goal path, participants experience two other benefits lacking in traditional goal-setting programs.

First, they remain highly motivated to achieve the goal throughout the time necessary to achieve it because they feel the benefits of having the goal before they start working for it. The desire for the goal is not only experienced at the beginning of the process, it actually increases with time.

Second, this approach eliminates the anxiety usually associated with looking into an unknowable future and trying to figure out how to achieve a goal. By looking back from a future in which the goal has already been achieved, participants see every step required to achieve the goal and feel confident in their ability to get it.

The program is facilitated by its creator, Art Fox, at the client's facility. Since goal achievement always involves change, only people with the power within the organization to implement the changes necessary to achieve the goal are invited to participate.

Mr. Fox leads the group through one or more three-hour sessions that establish the key goal, produce congruent buy-in by all participants to the achievement of the goal, and create a step-by-step plan for achieving the goal. By spending between 3 and 12 hours of focused work on the Proactive Hindsight process, any organization can create a step-by-step plan for achieving a goal and participants who are highly motivated to achieve the goal.

Mr. Fox conducts the first three-hour portion of the workshop with a 100% money back guarantee. If the participants are not satisfied with the results of the first three hours of the program, Mr. Fox simply stops the program and there is no charge to the client.

Art Fox has been providing unique, customized training programs to a wide variety of organizations for over 30 years. Clients have ranged from not-for-profits such as the Riverside Arts Council in Riverside, IL, to Depaul University in Chicago, to automotive giants such as Cadillac. QuickBizSkills, Mr. Fox's training company, is dedicated to producing immediately actionable results through meaningful education. For more information and to go through a short exercise that lets you experience the benefits of Proactive Hindsight for yourself, please visit www. quickbizskills. com or contact Art Fox at 773-919-3478.

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Mi-Co CEO Delivers Educational Session on Key Benefits of Forms Automation Applications at BFMA Conference

Mi-Co CEO Delivers Educational Session on Key Benefits of Forms Automation Applications at BFMA Conference

Mi-Co CEO Dr. Greg Clary highlights findings from three case studies in discussing the major benefits of real-time forms automation applications. The speech was delivered at the Business Forms Management Association’s International Form Systems & Technology '06 Conference in Bellevue, WA.

Research Triangle Park, NC (PRWEB) October 8, 2006

Mi-Co CEO Dr. Greg Clary discussed the major benefits of real-time forms automation applications in a presentation at the BFMA International's Form Systems & Technology '06 Conference. The Business Forms Management Association’s three day conference is being held in Bellevue, WA, from October 4 through October 6.

Dr. Clary’s analysis included three case studies that demonstrated productivity gains when organizations used mobile data capture technology on Tablet PCs. The case studies are based on the implementation of Mi-Forms Software on mobile hardware in three market areas: home healthcare, insurance and governmental organizations. Co-presenter David Nakamura demonstrated Mi-Forms Software solutions for account enrollment in the insurance field, for inspections for USDA and for OASIS clinical documentation in home healthcare. Clary and Nakamura kicked off the morning session on a day that included presentations from IBM and Adobe.

Since Mi-Co’s founding in 1999, Dr. Clary has been active in leading the company’s development effort of Mi-Forms. Prior to co-founding Mi-Co, Dr. Clary spent five years at the IBM T. J. Watson Research Center working on handwriting recognition and pen input systems.

About Mi-Co 

Mi-Co, the mobile information and data capture company, provides digital writing software that enables an efficient and effective process for capturing and communicating handwritten data. Mi-Co’s enterprise Mi-Forms Software System enables flexible e-forms design for data capture using digital ink. In addition, Mi-Forms Software has proven capabilities for handwriting interpretation, touch-screen input, verification, data validation and communication of forms-based data for enterprise users. Mi-Forms supports Tablet PCs, UMPCs, Digital Pens, Pocket PCs and signature capture devices. The company is headquartered in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina and has a Washington customer service center. For more information on Mi-Co, visit www. mi-corporation. com.

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During Drinking Water Week 2010, Water Suppliers Invite Public to 'Get To Know Your Water'

During Drinking Water Week 2010, Water Suppliers Invite Public to 'Get To Know Your Water'

During Drinking Water Week 2010, the American Water Works Association (AWWA) and water providers across North America are urging consumers to “get to know your water.”

Denver, CO (Vocus) May 6, 2010

During Drinking Water Week 2010, the American Water Works Association (http://www. awwa. org/?utm_source=email&utm_medium=press%20releases&utm_campaign=public%20affairs) (AWWA) and water providers across North America are urging consumers to “get to know your water.”

“It’s easier than ever before to learn about the source, treatment and quality of the water that comes from your tap,” said AWWA President Craig R. Woolard. “The more we know about our water and water systems, the more able we are to make decisions that protect our water supplies and our health.”

In the United States, community water systems are required to send water quality reports to customers by July 1 of each year. The reports, which provide results of testing on approximately 90 contaminants and point out any violations of Safe Drinking Water Act standards, are often also posted online.

Water quality reports also carry information on the source and treatment of a community’s tap water. More than 92 percent of public water systems in the United States had no violations of the Safe Drinking Water Act standards during the past year.

While customers of community water systems have their water tested every day and professionally treated for drinking, owners of private wells should take special steps to assure the safety of their water. The U. S. Environmental Protection Agency advises private well users to be aware of potential pollution threats and to have their water tested periodically by a certified laboratory.

About Drinking Water Week

For more than 35 years, the American Water Works Association and its members have celebrated Drinking Water Week – a unique opportunity for both water professionals and the communities they serve to join together to recognize the vital role water plays in our daily lives.

Established in 1881, AWWA is the oldest and largest nonprofit, scientific and educational organization dedicated to safe water in North America. AWWA has more than 60,000 members worldwide and its 4,500 utility members serve 80 percent of the U. S. population.

For more information on what only tap water delivers, please visit http://www. drinktap. org (http://www. drinktap. org).

AWWA is the authoritative resource for knowledge, information, and advocacy to improve the quality and supply of water in North America and beyond. AWWA is the largest organization of water professionals in the world. AWWA advances public health, safety and welfare by uniting the efforts of the full spectrum of the entire water community. Through our collective strength we become better stewards of water for the greatest good of the people and the environment.

CONTACT:
Greg Kail
303-734-3410

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Brand New Working From Home Internet Businesses and Support Service Launches in the UK

Brand New Working From Home Internet Businesses and Support Service Launches in the UK

Would you like to start your own business with the minimum amount of overheads? Find out how now. Paul was made redundant twice in one year but now works from home and runs a number of successful internet businesses in the UK.

Lancashire, UK (PRWEB) January 22, 2010

Working from Home Web (http://www. workingfromhomeweb. co. uk/) and Your Affiliate Works (http://www. youraffiliateworks. com/) are internet businesses created by Paul Whitehouse after being made redundant twice in one year. Working From Home Web and Your Affiliate Works are now able to help and assist newcomers to the internet business world. Anyone thinking of starting their own business can find support here. Though both businesses are UK based, enquiries are welcomed from around the world.

Paul Whitehouse, owner of the company, is an Independent Online Marketer. He has not always been an online marketer though: He says "for over 30 years I had enjoyed success in a variety of corporate roles from international sales and marketing in audio and hi-fi, to multiple retail category management in DIY to construction materials procurement for blue chip companies."

A couple of years ago, however, with the onset of the global recession, Paul was made redundant not once but twice within the space of a year. In a mild panic, he then took up the first position that came along and that simply didn't work out and Paul ultimately arrived at a crossroads. Paul says "at this stage I found the answer - my 'Awakening' if you like - and decided enough was enough: I decided to quit my job and work from home."

Clearly, Paul's first priority was to support himself and the lifestyle that he had become accustomed to. He started to look for ways to solve his problem. He turned to the Internet and started to look at different companies. He came across a couple that he felt were the perfect match for him as an individual: both in direct selling, one in the personal development and coaching field and the other in online marketing and financial education - both areas with which he had an affinity.

He did his research, confirmed that they were both genuine businesses and joined up as an associate and started started his home internet business (http://www. workingfromhomeweb. co. uk/workingfromhomequestions. html). The great thing about these opportunities is that they both operate on a simple 4-step process:

1) Promote business (e. g. advertising) and generate leads (people who are interested)
2) Make contact with interested parties and qualify them to see if you want them on your team
(you want serious, motivated people not time-wasters).
3) Invite them to receive detailed information to see if it's right for them
(usually via a presentation or webinar).
4) Follow up and collect their decision.

Because these businesses harness the power of the internet and can therefore be run quite successfully on a part-time basis and as Paul was working full time for himself, that allowed him to look for other "complementary" working from home business opportunities. At this point Paul discovered affiliate marketing products (http://www. youraffiliateworks. com/).

Affiliate Marketing is the term used to describe the business of selling someone else's product(s) or service(s) online and earning commissions on each sale generated.

Affiliate Marketing is acknowledged by many to be the simplest and best way for beginners to get started making money online in the shortest possible time frame because:

1) There are no overheads: you don't need to carry any stock, undertake any product fulfilment or shipping.
2) There's no customer support required: your vendors (the companies whose products you are selling) handle all the customer orders, queries and refunds, etc.

Not only is Working From Home Web now involved in affiliate marketing himself but Paul has set up a new website aimed at helping others like him who want to start an online business http://www. YourAffiliateWorks. com (http://www. youraffiliateworks. com/).

Paul says "You can spend a lot of time and money trying to find the most effective and genuine programs and support packages to help you get into affiliate marketing. I have been there and done that: all of the products featured within are used by him and they work."

Working From Home Web and Your Affiliate Works now has a suite of business opportunities, all complementary rather than competing with each other. Paul is looking forward to 2010 with a huge amount of anticipation and excitement: everyone is talking about this year being massive for online marketing, personal development and coaching and people deciding to take their future into their own hands, starting a home-based business and achieving financial and time freedom.

The products which have been tried tested and evaluated by Working From Home Web and Your Affiliate Works include:

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UNI Press Publications Announces a New Novel, Isn't She Lovely by Ebony Nicole

UNI Press Publications Announces a New Novel, Isn't She Lovely by Ebony Nicole

Isn’t She Lovely Addresses Issues that Drives the Reader to Question our Collective Roles as a Society and our Commitment to the Futures of our Youth.

Binghamton, NY (PRWEB) August 20, 2010

While Today’s morale and standards are going astray; the youth are losing sight and focus of their purpose. It’s important to have a medium that attracts the youth. Poverty, life cycles, and social bureaucracy have a way of limiting positive expectations of the unfortunate.

Isn’t She Lovely is a novel that models the true essence of perseverance. The main character, Munae is a bright and insightful individual who continuously triumphs through adversity. Munae’s journey is the story of many. Isn’t She Lovely displays the resilient nature through Munae, but also shows the importance of self-esteem for young women. Isn’t She Lovely portrays the power of woman, yet it's also a connection to man. The narration begins and forms around the main character, Munae. Isn’t She Lovely captures a young Munae that develops through her adulthood battling certain vices that were presented in her walk of life. The narrative offers the truths of struggle and exploitation, and the act of forgiveness.

“Munae’s story was educational and inspiration; a great read,” Deguzman stated. “Munae is such a familiar character, and many especially young girls will be able to identify with her. A great deal of them want to advance in life, but are constantly met with obstacle after obstacle,” said Deguzman, Social Worker of Department Family Children.

Ebony Nicole is the Author of Isn’t She Lovely, and her goal is to reach and touch the inner core of all demographics with her knowledge and experiences through her writings. Ebony Nicole Green was born in Florida. She continued her education at University of South Florida majoring in English. Ebony relocated to Atlanta, Georgia and began to freelance while she ran sales with an Independent Multi-Media Company. Ebony Nicole Green now resides in Binghamton, New York. Ebony Nicole is Published through PublishAmerica.

UNI Press Publications established in March 2004 continues to serve writers and promote unity in communities; unipresspublications. com, http://www. unipresspublications. com (http://www. unipresspublications. com).

If you would like more information about Isn’t She Lovely, or to schedule an interview with Ebony Nicole, please call Ebony Green at 607-723-3928 or email Ebony at queenhustle1(at)yahoo(dot)com

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Tracy Lyons Joins Everclear on Northeast Tour Dates

Tracy Lyons Joins Everclear on Northeast Tour Dates

Long-time environmentalist and acclaimed singer-songwriter, Tracy Lyons, is joining Everclear on several tour dates throughout the month of October. To kick off the tour, Lyons' new single "These Days" is being released from her upcoming album entitled 'Mercury Rising' due in early 2010.

Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) September 22, 2009

Long-time environmentalist and acclaimed singer-songwriter, Tracy Lyons, is joining Everclear on several tour dates throughout the month of October. The 11-city tour begins in New York City at the Highline Ballroom on October 5th and concludes October 21st at Showcase Live in Foxboro, MA.

2009 Tour Dates with Everclear:
Oct 5 Highline Ballroom, New York, N
Oct 6 Chance Theater, Poughkeepsie, NY
Oct 8 Lincoln Theatre, Raleigh, NC
Oct 9 Hat Factory, Richmond, VA
Oct 10 State Theatre, Falls Church, VA
Oct 12 Higher Ground, Burlington, VT
Oct 14 Crazy Donkey, Farmingdale, NY
Oct 15 Theatre of the Living Arts, Philadelphia, PA
Oct 17 Recher Theatre, Towson, MD
Oct 19 Mod Club Theatre, Toronto, ON
Oct 21 Showcase Live, Foxboro, MA

To kick off the tour, Lyons' new single "These Days" is being released from her upcoming album entitled 'Mercury Rising' due in early 2010. The new single was written and performed by Tracy, produced by Juno award winner Greg Kavanagh and engineered by Grammy veteran Ed Cherney.

Recipient of the 2008 Best Folk/Acoustic Artist Award at the Hollywood Music Awards, Tracy Lyons is preparing her new album as a follow-up to her acclaimed 2006 release, "I Will," which was co-produced by Grammy winner KC Porter and Greg Kavanagh.

With several national tours under her belt -- including headlining an entertainment-powered, eco-educational tour sponsored by Toyota and other alternative energy companies - Lyons' inspiration for creating music stems from a passion for responsible environmental sustainability.

For more information on Tracy Lyons visit TracyLyons. com (http://www. tracylyons. com).

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Wild Republic Launches Australia Zoo Steve Irwin Wildlife Adventure Series Products

Wild Republic Launches Australia Zoo Steve Irwin Wildlife Adventure Series Products

Wild Republic, the nature toy brand of K&M International, today announced that the company will present a special line of toys and collector item series based on Steve Irwin's Australia Zoo, at The 2007 International Toy Fair held in New York, February 11-14.

New York, NY (PRWEB) January 21, 2007

Wild Republic, the nature toy brand of K&M International, today announced that the company will present a special line of toys and collector item series based on Steve Irwin's Australia Zoo, at The 2007 International Toy Fair held in New York, February 11-14.

As a preeminent brand of action-driven, nature-themed toys designed to educate children about the wonders of the wild through creative play, Wild Republic feels suited to a partnership with Australia Zoo. This toy range has been 18 months in the making and all royalties received by Australia Zoo will go directly to it's endangered species programs.

Wild Republic, a global brand, has been successfully marketing Australia Zoo product in Australia and a few other markets internationally for the past 18 months. Steve Irwin is remembered as a Wildlife Warrior, who dedicated his life to bringing a love of wildlife and enthusiasm for conservation to people throughout the world. Wild Republic will assist Australia Zoo, to continue Irwin's passion and noble pursuit for nature conservation and education.

Wes Mannion, Director of Australia Zoo said, "We're really excited about the launch of the new Australia Zoo product line, which will compliment our existing range of Australia Zoo Steve action figures and plush toy range. Steve had a gift and an amazing ability to inspire and educate children about conservation and wildlife. Through this range we hope to continue Steve's mission by engaging and exciting children's passion for wildlife and the environment. We've been working with Wild Republic for the past 18 months to develop this Australia Zoo product range and we're proud to announce that all royalties received will go directly towards our endangered species programs."

Kim Hammeren, Director of Marketing and Sales for K&M, said, "Steve was able to bring so much awareness and excitement to wildlife conservation and environmental causes. Wild Republic has always been about education through nature. With Australia Zoo, we are working to represent the excitement and passion that Steve brought to children's education and environmental awareness through products that reflect that same fun and excitement."

Steve once said he considered conservation to be the most important part of his work: "I consider myself a wildlife warrior. My mission is to save the world's endangered species."

Throughout the week at Toy Fair, the Wild Republic exhibit booth in the Jacob Javits Convention Center will feature several events, including photo opportunities as well as guest appearances by Briano and Kate Coulter. Kate and Briano are key members of Australia Zoo Wildlife Warriors Worldwide charity, and veterans of the Australia Zoo crew. Briano brings eleven years of experience as head of the Zoo's Crocodile Department to his new dual roles as Divemaster on Croc One, Steve's marine research vessel, and Animal Wrangler and Rescuer for the Australian Wildlife Hospital. His work with Steve over the last decade has included crocodile rescues and research in places as diverse as far north Queensland, Vanuatu, Mexico, the United States, East Timor and Singapore.

Hammeren said, "Our line will feature approximately 39 different products, including various sized plush, action figures and playsets, some of which have been sold in Australia Zoo's retail outlets for the past year. You will even hear the actual voice of Steve Irwin on some of the product, recorded exclusively for the collectible line."

The products will be part of Wild Republic's full display of other unique and successful toy lines, which include the famous Hanging Plush Monkeys, MagnaMorphs, Stretcheez, Cuddlekins, Blanket Pillow Buddies, Audubon Birds, Paws & Claws Domestic Animal toys, Know & Grow Development toys, Adventure Box Sets, wooden puzzles, wind-ups, wall walkers, and puppets, among other items.

Wild Republic, the nature toy brand of K&M International, Inc., is a preeminent brand of action-driven, nature-themed toys designed to spark a child's imagination and educate about the wonders of the wild through creative play. K&M International, Inc., headquartered in Twinsburg, Ohio, near Cleveland, is the leading provider of nature-themed toys to the specialty toy and gift markets. The brands' consumer Web site is located at www. wildrepublic. com

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Online Trading Academy Kansas City to host the Missouri Stock Market Game Teacher Workshop

Online Trading Academy Kansas City to host the Missouri Stock Market Game Teacher Workshop.

The Missouri Stock Market Gametm is a 10 week Internet educational simulation that encourages students to learn about stock markets and the American economic system. Participants develop skills in personal finance, economics, math, language arts, social studies, business education, and technology while building and maintaining a stock portfolio.

Overland Park, KS (PRWEB) December 13, 2009

The Missouri Stock Market Gametm is a 10 week Internet educational simulation that encourages students to learn about stock markets and the American economic system. Nationwide, over six million students have participated in this program. Teachers who wish to participate in the game attend workshops to help them understand and manage the game for their schools. In partnership with the Missouri Council on Economic Education, Online Trading Academy Kansas City will provide their state-of-the-art stock trading facilities for this teacher training. “Participating in The Missouri Stock Market Game is a great way for students to learn about the stock market and will help prepare students to join the millions of Americans that do their own investing”, said Ron Booth, President of Online Trading Academy Kansas City.

Overland Park, Kansas. The Stock Market Game™ is used in grades 4-12, college courses, and by those who seek to learn more about investing. Teams of three to five students invest a hypothetical $100,000.00 in a portfolio of stocks and mutual funds listed on the New York and American stock exchanges and the NASDAQ market.

Participants develop skills in personal finance, economics, math, language arts, social studies, business education, and technology while building and maintaining a stock portfolio. Teams use the Internet to follow their portfolios, research stocks, study how the financial markets work, enter trades with real time prices, manage budgets, and see their daily regional and state rankings as they compete with 20 –30 teams in their region. Regions are set using grade level and geographic locations.

The Missouri Council on Economic Education (MCEE) coordinates SMG™ for all school districts and adults in the state of Missouri as part of its mission to raise the economic and financial literacy of Missouri citizens. It achieves this primarily by working with Missouri public and private school teachers and their students. Training of teachers and adults allows them, their students and their families to become informed voters, consumers, employers, savers and employees. MCEE is part of the National Council of Economic Education and its network of university – based affiliated state councils. MCEE has five affiliated centers for economic education throughout Missouri that develops programs for teachers. MCEE Centers are located on three University of Missouri campuses in Columbia, Kansas City and St. Louis as well as at Central Missouri State University in Warrensburg and at Missouri State University in Springfield. MCEE is located on the University of Missouri – Kansas City campus

About Online Trading Academy Kansas City
Online Trading Academy Kansas City is locally owned by Ronald Booth and is located at 7501 College Boulevard, Overland Park, Kansas. The company’s website is http://www. tradingacademy. com/kansascity (http://www. tradingacademy. com/kansascity) The telephone number is 913-956-7050 or 866-956-7050.

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OPENDWG ALLIANCE ANNOUNCES PLANNED SUPPORT OF AUTOCAD 2004

OPENDWG ALLIANCE ANNOUNCES PLANNED SUPPORT OF AUTOCAD 2004

OpenDWG Alliance Uses DWGdirect Libraries to Support AutoCAD 2004

(PRWEB) April 3, 2003

OPENDWG ALLIANCE ANNOUNCES PLANNED SUPPORT OF AUTOCAD 2004

DWGdirect Libraries to be used for AutoCAD 2004

PHOENIX, AZ, April 1, 2003 — The OpenDWG™ Alliance, a non-profit industry consortium committed to promoting open industry-standard formats for the exchange of CAD data, today announced that it has been working to support the newly-released AutoCAD® 2004 drawing (“DWG”) file format in its DWGdirect™ program libraries.

Progress by the OpenDWG team in support of this has been slowed because of technical challenges introduced with the new DWG file format.

AutoCAD is a product of Autodesk, Incorporated (NSDQ: ADSK), and DWG is the principal proprietary file format used by AutoCAD.

AutoCAD 2004, which shipped to customers in March, uses a redesigned drawing file format. This new AutoCAD 2004 DWG is not backwards-compatible with earlier versions of DWG. The changes introduced in this version of DWG are more significant than any since AutoCAD R13 was shipped in 1994. Included among these changes are the addition of data encryption and compressed data.

“Autodesk was in a position where, in order to add new functionality, they had to modify the DWG file format,” stated Evan Yares, president of OpenDWG. “We applaud them for moving forward - AutoCAD 2004 has some great new capabilities. However the inclusion of data encryption and compression schemes within the new file format has created serious challenges to DWG data interoperability.”

The DWG file format is a de facto standard for CAD interoperability, in use throughout the world. Defined by Autodesk, it is supported, through OpenDWG, by over 300 commercial software developers, and well over 1,000 non-commercial, educational, and internal corporate developers. There are estimated to be more than three billion DWG files in existence.

The AutoCAD 2004 DWG file format incorporates changes which make it particularly difficult for third-party programs to read. Both the file and section headers are encrypted, but in different manners from each other. While OpenDWG has been able to determine the algorithm used for both, it has not been able to determine if the encryption keys used to scramble the data will remain static, will change in each point release of AutoCAD, or will ultimately be changed dynamically under program control.

Said Yares “In this case, we actually went to Autodesk, and asked them for assistance. Despite some friendly conversations and the initial promise of assistance, they have so far declined to provide any information on their data encoding algorithms.”

An additional difficulty in reading AutoCAD 2004 DWG files comes from compression of CAD objects. Rather than having a single compression type, each object type appears to have its own individual algorithm, with a large number of special cases. Object compression is controlled by a 32-bit flag, which provides for billions of possible permutations. OpenDWG has reverse-engineered the compression algorithms for some objects, but substantial work remains to be done.

“We are being very cautious about recommending AutoCAD 2004 in any project where long-term access to DWG data is critical,” stated Yares. “Until we solve the underlying data encryption and compression problems with complete certainty, new DWG files could present ongoing problems for interoperability, compatibility and usability of legacy data.”

The DWGdirect libraries have been under development for several years, and were designed to accommodate substantial changes to the DWG file format, while being easier to integrate and support than the older OpenDWG Toolkit and Viewkit libraries. The DWGdirect libraries are written in object-oriented C++, and have a well-structured and powerful API designed to meet the needs of professional software developers. The DWGdirect libraries are available now in a version supporting DWG files created by AutoCAD 2002 and earlier.

About OpenDWG™ Alliance

Founded in 1988, the OpenDWG Alliance is a non-profit consortium committed to promoting open industry-standards for the exchange of CAD data. Its members include thousands of the largest and the smallest companies in the world. OpenDWG is a leading light in interoperability issues for the engineering software industry and its users..

For additional information about the OpenDWG Alliance, please call (602) 263-7666 or visit www. opendwg. org.

All products are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. This release includes forward-looking statements which are based on OpenDWGÂ’s best current understanding.

OpenDWG Contact

Evan Yares, President

602-263-7666

Evan@opendwg. org

Press Contact

Ken Feitz, Strategic Reach PR

(303) 487-7406

Ken@strategicreachpr. com

HDI Introduces Three New Vertical Forums for the Law, Retail and Insurance Industries

HDI Introduces Three New Vertical Forums for the Law, Retail and Insurance Industries

HDI, the world's largest membership association for IT help desk and service management professionals and the premier certification body for the industry, today announced three new HDI Vertical Forums targeted to the insurance, law and retail industries. HDI Forums provide senior-level IT support managers, directors and executives with an important opportunity to engage in strategically focused discussions about their support centers' issues, challenges and concerns. HDI Vertical Forums address the issues most important within each specific industry's IT service and support environments. For more information about HDI Vertical Forums, contact Leslie Cook, HDI Forum manager at (800) 248-5667.

Colorado Springs, CO (PRWEB) August 30, 2007 -

HDI, (http://www. thinkhdi. com (http://www. thinkhdi. com)) the world's largest membership association for IT help desk and service management professionals and the premier certification body for the industry, today announced three new HDI Vertical Forums (http://www. thinkhdi. com/trainingEvents/executiveForums/ (http://www. thinkhdi. com/trainingEvents/executiveForums/)) targeted to the insurance, law and retail industries. (The Retail Forum also includes IT support professionals from the restaurant and hospitality industries.)

HDI Forums provide senior-level IT support managers, directors and executives with an important opportunity to engage in strategically focused discussions about their support centers' issues, challenges and concerns. Forum members share their experiences, ideas, solutions and the latest developments in support center best practices.

These new HDI Forums meet three times throughout the year. Meetings are co-developed by HDI staff and Forum members, conducted at locations selected by Forum members and specifically targeted to the industry served by the Forum. The events focus on the operational, strategic, tactical and professional development needs that are necessary to optimally run a complex support organization. In order to maintain an interactive, personal environment, HDI Forums are limited to 20 members.

HDI Vertical Forums address the issues most important within each specific industry's IT service and support environments. Examples of discussion topics include ITIL®, business alignment strategies, performance metrics and reporting, customer satisfaction, operational management and techniques, knowledge and change management, quality assurance, workforce management and human resource development, technology management and tools, service delivery methods, configuration management and relationship management.

Participants in the program gain insight, perspective and knowledge on how to improve the people, processes and technologies responsible for the delivery of world-class IT support services within their organizations. Member benefits include: face-to-face meetings with world-class presenters and subject matter experts; an engaged, peer-to-peer support structure and network; access to fresh ideas and discussions about emerging trends; group solutions and strategies focused on problem-solving; case studies and lessons learned from other institutions; access to HDI's online resources; a customized training program and a dedicated HDI support team.

"HDI Forums allow members to test support center theories with their peers and get feedback every step of the way as they implement significant changes. This guides members to do the right thing for both their support centers and their companies," commented Marti Levada, senior vice president, Bank of America and a member of the HDI Financial Services Forum.

The new HDI Vertical Forums complement several existing forums, which include: the HDI Executive Forum, Financial Services Forum, Government Forum, Healthcare Providers Forum, Higher Education Forum and Support Center Leadership Forum. The HDI Insurance, Retail and Law Forums will be held October 9-12, 2007 in Colorado Springs, Colo.

For more information about HDI Vertical Forums, contact Leslie Cook, HDI Forum manager at lcook@ThinkHDI. com or (800) 248-5667.

About HDI:
HDI, a Think Service company, is the world's largest IT service and support membership association and the industry's premier training and certification body. Guided by an international panel of industry experts and practitioners, HDI is the leading resource for help desk/support center emerging trends and best practices. HDI provides members with a vast repository of resources, networking opportunities and the largest industry event - the HDI Annual Conference and Expo. Headquartered in Colorado Springs, Colo., USA, HDI offers training in multiple languages and countries. For more information, visit http://www. thinkhdi. com (http://www. thinkhdi. com) or call +1 719.268.0174.

Media Contact:
Allison Wroe
HDI, Director of Marketing
719.785.5355

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ARX Practice Manager to Co-chair DIA Digital Signature Conference in May

ARX Practice Manager to Co-chair DIA Digital Signature Conference in May

ARX (Algorithmic Research), a leading provider of digital signature solutions (standards-based electronic signatures), announced today that Rodd Schlerf, the Life Science Practice Manager for ARX, will be co-chairing the Drug Information Association (DIA) Digital Signature Conference in Arlington, VA, on May 13, 2008. The event, "Digital Signatures: Practical Strategies for Life Science Organizations", will focus on recent developments that remove obstacles like cost and complexity from the deployments of digital signatures.

San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) April 30, 2008

ARX (Algorithmic Research), a leading provider of digital signature solutions (standards-based electronic signatures), announced today that Rodd Schlerf, the Life Science Practice Manager for ARX, will be co-chairing the Drug Information Association (DIA) Digital Signature Conference in Arlington, VA, on May 13, 2008. The event, "Digital Signatures: Practical Strategies for Life Science Organizations", will focus on recent developments that remove obstacles like cost and complexity from the deployments of digital signatures.

Thought leaders from biopharmaceutical companies, CROs, and technology organizations will discuss considerations and strategies that make the deployment of digital signature technologies quick, affordable, and practical for organizations of every size.

"This event focuses on the rapidly growing use of digital signatures across all applications in a life science organization," said program Co-Chair Rodd Schlerf.

There are many forms of electronic signatures that can comply with FDA 21 CFR Part 11. However, only standards-based digital signatures enable the benefits of digital signatures to extend beyond pure compliance requirements and facilitate accelerated decision making, expedited approval processes, operational cost reductions, and more efficient and paperless operations both inside an organization and externally in B2B or electronic submission applications.

During the DIA event, Mr. Schlerf and other industry thought leaders from biopharmaceutical companies, CROs, and technology providers will discuss strategies that facilitate the adoption of digital signatures for organizations of every size. Moreover, case studies will be provided from organizations that have successfully implemented digital signature applications for processes including internal quality and clinical operations, large web-based business-to-business portals, and cross-organizational workflows.

Additional information on the event can be found at: http://www. diahome. org/DIAHOME/Education/FindEducationalOffering. aspx? productID=16712&eventType=Meeting (http://www. diahome. org/DIAHOME/Education/FindEducationalOffering. aspx? productID=16712&eventType=Meeting)

About ARX (Algorithmic Research):
ARX has over 20 years of experience assisting life sciences, healthcare, governmental, engineering, banking, financial services organizations and commercial sectors to secure and streamline their business processes and transactions. ARX offers a wide range of highly scalable products designed to simplify, secure, and accelerate electronic business.
For more information, please visit arx. com (http://www. arx. com).

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