FCAI Announces Recipients of Community Care Project Grants

FCAI Announces Recipients of Community Care Project Grants

Fifteen Social Service and Non-Profit Agencies from Peoria, McLean and Tazewell Counties Will Receive Grants Totaling $20,000. The Finishing Contractors Association of Illinois (FCAI) Central Chapter announced the names of their Community Care Project grant recipients on Friday, October 22, 2010. These fifteen social service and non-profit agencies will receive checks ranging from $500 to $2,000 at the FCAI’s annual Community Care Project Grant Awards Dinner, to be held October 26, 2010. The grants, totaling $20,000, will assist non-profit social service agencies with building upgrades, restoration, maintenance projects, equipment replacement or educational needs. The grant recipients were selected from a field of 47 applications representing $322,000 in unmet needs.

Peoria, IL (Vocus) October 22, 2010

The Finishing Contractors Association of Illinois (FCAI), Central Chapter, today announced the recipients of the FCAI Community Care Project grants. This program assists area social service agencies and non-profit organizations by providing monetary grants to help fund building upgrades and restoration, maintenance projects, equipment replacement or educational needs. The 15 grant recipients were chosen from a field of 47 applications representing $322,000 in unmet needs. Grant amounts range from $500 to $2,000.

Grant award checks will presented to the recipient organizations (listed below) during the FCAI’s annual grant award dinner at Weaver Ridge Club House in Peoria on October 26, 2010. FCAI members will be present, as will representatives from the State FCAI office in Aurora. A representative from each recipient organization will gave a short description of their mission and an explanation of how they would use the grant money. (While the individual amounts of the grants are being not disclosed, this year's Community Care Project grants range from $500 to $2,000, and total $20,000.)

Grant Recipients:
Alzheimer’s Association
Amvets Post #64
Baby Fold
Center for Prevention of Abuse
Crittenton Centers
Habitat for Humanity – Greater Peoria Area
Heart of Illinois Harvest
Look! It’s my book!
Make-A-Wish Foundation of Illinois
Minier Police Explorers Honor Guard
Peoria Area Blind People’s Center
Peoria Rescue Ministries
Recycling Furniture for Families
South Side Mission
YWCA McLean County

The Community Care Project
Each year, FCAI donates money collected from its contractor membership to community groups for restoration, building projects, equipment replacement, and educational needs, through the Community Care Project. Started in 2008, the Community Care Project helps the FCAI identify needs in the community and award grants to the social service agencies and non-profit organizations best serving those needs. Letters and press releases announcing the grant awards program went out in March 2010. The deadline for grant requests was May 31, 2010. The grant requests were open to non-profit organizations from Peoria, Tazewell, Woodford, and McLean counties.

“We received a total of 47 grant requests totaling $322,000 this year — many more than we were able to fund. It was a challenge to choose between the many wonderful programs represented by these applications,” stated Kurt Hand, FCAI Central Chapter President and President of Vogue Painting and Decorating in Chillicothe. “We feel that the fifteen organizations we choose represent outstanding missions. We hope that these grants will help them expand services and better support their constituencies. Our communities have been very generous to us, and this is our way of giving back to the communities who support us.”

About FCAI
The Finishing Contractors Association of Illinois represents approximately 400 union painting contractors doing business in 29 counties in central and northern Illinois. These firms vary in size from the very small — with owners who ‘work with the tools’ along with a few tradespersons — to larger companies with several employees working on numerous construction projects.

FCAI is dedicated to serving the industry through negotiating and implementing a collective bargaining agreement, and promoting safety, professional development and training, resulting in a better value to its members and the consumer. The Association serves its members through programs, services and products designed to help them run successful businesses and offers free access to PDCA (Painting and Decorating Contractors of America) Standards and MPI (Master Painters Institute) Specs. Members are also provided with weekly invitations to bid on current local projects.

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Entertainment Company Launches New Charitable Foundation

Entertainment Company Launches New Charitable Foundation

Titan Global Entertainment Foundation Will Utilize Cutting Edge Technology to Deliver Aid to the Victims of the Tsunami

Palm Beach, FL (PRWEB) January 29, 2005

International entertainment company, Titan Global Entertainment, Inc. has launched a new non-profit foundation to guide its charitable endeavors into the future, as announced by James Devericks, chairman and CEO of the company. Hoping to re-define charitable contributions and accountability, the Titan Global Entertainment Foundation (TGEF) will be the first charity organization to utilize TriMethods Trust to garner and distribute funds for the organization. The first endeavor for TGEF will be to aid victims of the recent Tsunami through the reconstruction of the infrastructure of the countries including roadways, schools, homes and commercial structures.

TGEF, through TriMethods Trust, joins a consortium of corporations, charities, trusts and foundations to deliver long-term relief to the communities devastated by the Tsunami. This unprecedented collaboration will enable other charities and foundations the ability to work together for a global cause. Through the utilization of Internet Methods, Inc.Â’s web-based tracking technology, donors will be able to follow their contributions in real-time as the monies are distributed and utilized -- essentially offering an open-book to supporters of the charities

“We are delighted to launch this new foundation, especially in light of the devastation that has recently taken place in Asia,” said Devericks. “The response by the international community has been heartening and nations, corporations and private citizens alike have responded with aid to the affected areas in order to provide much-needed food, water, medicine, clothing and temporary shelter. Once this phase of the recovery is completed, a new daunting challenge must be faced – homes, schools, hospitals, and more must be rebuilt; infrastructures must be restored, communities must be re-established. The world community has answered the call to save lives. Along with TriMethods and our other partners, we are dedicated to getting these people back to the business of living.”

The centerpiece of TGEFÂ’s fundraising efforts for Tsunami relief will be a series of concerts held throughout North America and featuring many of the worldÂ’s most acclaimed artists. All proceeds from the events including ticket sales, merchandising, and donations will go directly into the Foundation and distributed through partnering charities via the companiesÂ’ proprietary technology.

In addition to disaster relief, TGEF will be also be involved in various music education-related programs in order to ensure that those with exceptional talent, dedication and commitment to music be given the opportunity to gain access to resources within the music and performing art industries. Through grants and scholarships, TGEF will support, mentor, and promote youngsters (ages 11-21) to become the future leaders of music and the performing arts.

To make a contribution or for more information on the Titan Global Entertainment Foundation, please go to their website at www. tgefoundation. com.

Titan Global Entertainment, Inc. is one of the fastest growing entertainment companies in the world. Titan Global Entertainment, Inc. is a multi-faceted hybrid music entertainment company that specializes in artist management, record production, traditional record distribution, digital distribution, music consulting, publishing, television & multi-media, marketing, promotion and new emerging technologies of music by talented artists of various backgrounds on a global level. The management team is comprised of accomplished music industry veterans and technology experts. For more information on Titan Global Entertainment, please call (561) 969-6588 or click to www. titan-entertainment. net.

Titan Global Entertainment Foundation is a Florida non-profit corporation that is currently in the process of filing for 501(c)(3) status with the Internal Revenue Service.

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Government of British Columbia Selects Enterprise Risk Management Software

Government of British Columbia Selects Enterprise Risk Management Software

The government of British Columbia has recently selected PEAK ERM as their enterprise risk management software. The software supports their broad roll out of an enterprise risk management program.

Victoria, British Columbia (PRWEB) October 11, 2003

DelCreo, Inc. – An Enterprise Risk Management Company (“DelCreo”), Tecskor Software Inc. ("Tecskor"), and Projectworx Technologies Inc. (“Projectworx”) are pleased to announce they have been awarded a major software contract to provide an enterprise risk management solution (PEAK ERM) for The Government of British Columbia in Canada. The application will eventually be deployed across all Ministries and BC Government agencies across the province encompassing up to 2,000 individual users.

The PEAK ERM application will enable The Government of BC's network of risk management personnel to manage enterprise risks across the entire BC Government. PEAK ERM will provide departmental and ministry-level risk management as well as BC Government enterprise-wide "aggregate views" of risk. PEAK ERM is designed to scale and operate in today's new web-enabled environments and will enable the Government of BC to rapidly adapt the system to address future changes in the British Columbia enterprise risk management (ERM) environment.

"This application is critical to our ability to manage and mitigate risk across the BC Government. We selected the PEAK ERM because of the solution’s flexibility and easy configuration in addressing our ERM needs", said Phil Grewar, Director, Risk Management Branch, for the BC Government. Phil Grewar, who is leading the ERM initiative in British Columbia, was also named “Risk Manager of the Year” in 1998 by Business Insurance magazine. "Tecskor’s PEAK ERM was the low cost, high value solution in our competition and, along with their partners DelCreo and Projectworx, they clearly differentiated themselves as leaders in the ERM area.

"We are very pleased to be working with the Government of BC and our partners Projectworx and Tecskor, to deliver the PEAK ERM application," said Peter de Gaia, Senior Vice President, DelCreo, Inc. "The PEAK ERM tool will deliver to the Government of British Columbia better governance and oversight over a broad portfolio of risks and risk treatment activities.”

About DelCreo Inc.

DelCreo, Inc., an enterprise risk management company, helps Risk Professionals develop and rollout successful risk programs. DelCreo assists organizations from the Fortune 50 to governments in assessing, detecting, managing, and responding to risks by implementing leading edge risk management processes, tools, and technology.

DelCreo offers risk services including Enterprise Risk Management, Risk Assessment, Risk Program Strategic Planning, Crisis and Incident Management, Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery, Insurance and Risk Financing, IT Security, Physical Security, Privacy, and other Risk-Specific Solutions.

To learn more and to get our FREE “Strategic Plan Workbook for Risk Programs” and monthly “Successful Risk Programs” eZine, visit us at www. delcreo. com, contact us at info@delcreo. com, or call us at 866.DELCREO or 801.756.4180.

About Tecskor Software Inc.

Tecskor Software Inc. is a private Alberta company incorporated in 1997 and located in Calgary. We provide a work coordination solution (PEAK) to industries that are collaboration and project focused, such as governments, higher education and health care (we also have clients in: oil & gas, professional services, telecommunications, construction/engineering and high technology). Our solution is highly scalable, and has been implemented in both small and medium size businesses and in Fortune 500 companies.

Our software offering, which is a proprietary technology, provides a repository of information regarding the work of an organization, which includes projects, initiatives, opportunities and even ideas or high-level concepts. Unique features of the system allow users at the executive, manager or team member level to view the work in its entirety as a portfolio, or in segments specific to their needs (dash board views). The software also integrates a complete range of planning, collaboration and management features to provide a single source system to plan, manage and deliver work.

The value we provide is helping organizations turn their strategies into action, by helping them improve how they focus, develop, manage and implement the highest impact work that delivers value.

About Projectworx

Projectworx, is a Victoria based management consulting firm, founded by Paul Hooper and Ash Knightley. Projectworx combines strong backgrounds in IT and business management together to deliver practical result focused solutions for their clients.

Projectworx is a Tecskor certified partner and has implemented PEAK software for six customers during successful pilots in Victoria during 2002. Four of these customers were BC Government organizations. In addition, Projectworx has implemented the software into production at BC Ferry Corporation.

Projectworx and its partners have extensive experience (over eight years) with ERM software and services.

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Celebrities, Sports Stars, and Politicians Join Forces with DAD Program

Celebrities, Sports Stars, and Politicians Join Forces with DAD Program

Landing, NJ (PRWEB) October 2, 2006

Numerous celebrities, sports stars, politicians, doctors, school systems, and major corporations have joined forces with the non-profit organization DAD (Drums and Disabilities,) in an effort to help inform and educate disabled children, and their parents and teachers throughout the world. Some include Senator Anthony Bucco, the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office, the Morris County Park Police, the New Jersey Education Association, New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg, The NJ Devils, the NY Giants, Members of the NY Yankees, the WWE Superstars, Pepsi-Cola, Chevrolet, Hasbro Toys, WDHA Radio, Vater Percussion, Drum Magazine, and Guitar Center music stores among others.

"Statistics indicate the percentage of disabilities present in children increased over 47.9 %, over the past 10 years. The significant growth of the disability population signals an opportunity to meet the needs of these youth,” said DAD President/CEO Pat Gesualdo. “As a result, the DAD Program is expanding nationally, in an effort to help inform and educate children with disabilities and their parents and teachers. In so doing, the future of these kids may be made brighter as they benefit from work with DAD."

"We need this program to help children with disabilities," said New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg, as he wished Gesualdo the best of luck, as the two spoke about the program on a major radio station recently. "It's absolutely amazing, the kids don’t want to leave school until they've had the DAD program," said Principal Alexis, from one of the many schools where DAD is featured. "It's a great honor to have Guitar Center as the home base for the DAD program," said the Regional Vice President of Guitar Center, the world’s largest music instrument retailer.

About the DAD Program

DAD, a Federal 501(C)(3) non-profit organization, was originally launched in the New York City schools and communities, and is now featured in numerous schools and communities throughout the United States and Europe. The DAD curriculum has been widely accepted by the Medical, Education, and Music communities throughout the world.

Psychologists, Doctors, School Systems, Community Leaders, Occupational Therapists, Music Therapists, and Teachers of all subjects, use the DAD program to help disabled children develop and expand retention, coordination, and physical and mental ability. DAD also features special lectures, workshops, and teacher-training classes, on the latest research, advice, and teaching methods, to help parents and teachers raise and teach children with disabilities.

For more information, please contact DAD World Headquartes at www. dadprogram. org, or by phone at 973-725-5150.

Official DAD Websites:

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NEI, FCS Turn Process Efficiencies into Customer Savings for Cryoserver Compliant Message Archiving Appliance

NEI, FCS Turn Process Efficiencies into Customer Savings for Cryoserver Compliant Message Archiving Appliance

NEI's Logistics Efficiencies and Processes Enable Forensic & Compliance Systems to Deliver Integrated Appliance Worldwide in Less Than a Week While Passing Along Cost Savings to Messaging Compliance Savvy Customers

Canton, MA, and East Northport, NY (PRWEB) March 31, 2008

Reduced costs due to manufacturing efficiencies is often an outsourcing claim, but in a twist, US-based NEI (http://www. networkengines. com) (NASDAQ: NENG) has engineered a lower production cost for UK-based Forensic & Compliance Systems' Cryoserver (http://www. Cryoserver. com) compliant message archiving appliance, resulting in significant customer savings. NEI, a leading provider of server appliance products and services for storage, security and communications applications, and FCS (www. Cryoserver. com) today announced that the lower cost of building and supporting FCS appliances is now being passed to end-user customers.

"Tight integration of our Cryoserver application with enterprise-grade NEI appliances delivers the high-availability solutions that our customers require for email archiving, disaster recovery, and compliance," said Forensic & Compliance Systems COO Paul Stubbs. "The efficiencies we have gained manufacturing consistent, easily supportable appliances have reduced our costs, enabling us to offer a superior product with a total cost of ownership lower than previously possible."

List price on the entry-level Cryoserver C100 appliance has been reduced to $8,999. Similarly, the price of high-availability Cryoserver C1500 featuring RAID drives and redundant hardware elements has been cut significantly.

Paul Stubbs, COO at FCS, said that a considerable part of the cost savings is due to the simplification of design and support for their application suite: "Our ability to provide customers with an unvarying appliance solution that we know inside and out makes our product engineering and customer support vastly more efficient. Now we spend time helping customers gain maximum value from Cryoserver, not wrestling with installation and configuration issues. That lets us deliver more in-depth customer support at lower cost."

"We are pleased to support FCS and help them deliver Cryoserver's unique value as an appliance to help them lower the cost of operations for their solution," said Hugh Kelly, senior vice president at NEI. "FCS has successfully leveraged our design and manufacturing expertise to offer an industry leading full-featured e-mail compliance and archiving solution with forensic capability at a very attractive price."

Cryoserver is a forensic email compliance solution that meets the data protection and privacy requirements of a wide range of organizations in industries including legal, finance and education, as well as government agencies. The Cryoserver email compliance archive solution is a tamper-evident, sealed appliance that is easy to implement and manage. Traditional email archiving solutions allow organizations to store data, but their lack of forensic capabilities prevents from being used in a court environment as admissible evidence. Cryoserver is the first email archiving product that successfully addresses this issue as it was built from the ground up to merge email archiving, compliance and forensic capabilities.

About FCS and Cryoserver
Forensic and Compliance Systems (FCS), is a privately-held company headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, with offices in London, Florida and New York and Colorado. The Cryoserver product line is a scalable, high-performance, forensic email compliance archive that enables organizations automatically and securely to collect, store and index all email communication -- via a convenient, tamper-evident appliance. This enables eDiscovery and forensic analysis of an organization's entire email history that is ready for court submission if necessary. The entire range of solutions is available from a network of channel partners. For details please visit www. Cryoserver. com or call 720-746-0408.

About NEI
NEI appliances ease deployment and enhance the manageability and security of software applications. Our heritage of providing product and service technologies tailored to support the entire lifecycle of our customers' appliances has made us the appliance partner of choice for software market leaders. Founded in 1997, NEI is headquartered in Canton, Massachusetts, and trades on the NASDAQ exchange under the symbol NENG. For more information about the Company's products and services, visit www. networkengines. com.

Media Contact for NEI:
Financial Dynamics
Bob Joyce or Caren Barbara
+1 212-850-5600
Ir@networkengines. com

Media Contact for Cryoserver:
Communication Strategy Group
Arthur Germain
+1 631-239-6335
Agermain@gocsg. com
Www. gocsg. com

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Natural Birth and Longevity is Preserved In the Absence of the Mercury Preservative

Natural Birth and Longevity is Preserved In the Absence of the Mercury Preservative

Scientists need funding in toxicology to prevent and undo the damage done by mercury - these populations exposed to mercury were never in the industrial sector.

(PRWEB) December 24, 2004

Mercury Exposure at mercuryexposure. org plays a significant role in the discovery process in its information system on which no connection can be found to suggest mercury in autism is a genetically inherited disease.

In 2004 the Environmental Protection Agency scientists said that new research had shown that 630,000 U. S. newborns had unsafe levels of mercury in their blood in 1999-2000.

For the first time scientists measured mercury levels in the fetus's umbilical cord, these figures are based on children's blood levels, not the mothers'. The EPA analysis is showing that even if the mother is below the danger zone she can give birth to a baby that's over the limit.

The new national study conducted by the University of North Carolina shows 21 percent of all women of child-bearing age have mercury levels in their bodies that exceed federal health standards.

Donald W. Miler, Jr., M. D. a cardiac surgeon and Professor of Surgery at the University of Washington in Seattle and a member of Doctors for Disaster Preparedness points out that the two most important sources of mercury exposure for Americans are dental amalgams and vaccinations. The Federal governmentÂ’s Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and Food and Drug Administration (FDA), for reasons not explained, have chosen to ignore this fact. These agencies and the National Institutes of Health (NIH) focus exclusively on mercury in seafood, to the extent that the NIH will not fund studies that address mercury in amalgams and vaccines.

Although they afflict widely different age groups, autism and AlzheimerÂ’s disease share a common cause: mercury. Dr. Boyd Haley, professor and chair of the chemistry department at the University of Kentucky, and Dr. Bernard Rimland, founder of the Autism Research Institute, presented evidence at this yearÂ’s Doctors for Disaster Preparedness meeting that connects mercury with these diseases."

Autism now afflicts 1 in 100 boys and 1 in 400 girls, and physicians diagnose 100,000 new cases of this disease every year in the U. S

Today, more than 4 million Americans now have AlzheimerÂ’s disease.

In conclusion, modern research failed to recognize the action of mercury which makes disease persistent by an oversight in the mechanism of preservation. Natural birth and longevity is preserved in the absence of mercury.

The basic principle of toxicology still stands, the dose makes the poison, but toxicology is for industry only.

Mercury Exposure made it possible for organizations to share each others results and ideas to advance mercury health and environmental education. Mercury Exposure was nominated for "Achievement in Nonprofit Excellence" in the 'Heart of Marin' Annual Awards for 2004.

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INC Magazine Ranks Study Abroad Organization, CEA, as One of the Nation's Fastest Growing Private Companies for a Third Year

INC Magazine Ranks Study Abroad Organization, CEA, as One of the Nation's Fastest Growing Private Companies for a Third Year

Inc. magazine's recently-released Inc. 5,000 names CEA as one of the nation's 5,000 fastest-growing private companies. CEA ranks 2,974th nationally, marked by 109.6% growth since 2003. Among education companies nationwide, Inc. ranks CEA 42nd.

Tempe, Arizona (PRWEB) September 25, 2007

Inc. magazine's recently-released Inc. 5,000 (http://www. inc. com/inc5000/2007/company-profile. html? id=200729740) names CEA as one of the nation's 5,000 fastest-growing private companies. A leading provider of study abroad programs (http://www. gowithcea. com/programs/) for students of all language levels and majors, CEA ranks 2,974th nationally, marked by 109.6% growth since 2003. Among education companies nationwide, CEA ranks 42nd, and among all Phoenix/Mesa/Scottsdale, Arizona-area companies, CEA was named the 78th fastest-growing company.

According to the Inc. 5,000, CEA is experiencing tremendous growth because it utilizes marketing programs that are "appealing to students and schools, including live chat, customized Web portals, podcasts and interactive catalogues." Furthermore, to effectively bridge education with emerging technologies, CEA has developed its own learning centers to provide students with active, hands-on and experiential learning opportunities internationally. The CEA GlobalCampus Network has established sites in Barcelona, Florence, Madrid, Paris, Rome and Seville, with additional sites expected to launch next year.

Tempe-based CEA has emerged as a leader in the field of study abroad, recognized for offering superior service and quality programs to college students, parents and university advisors. With a proven method, CEA has grown to more than 120 staff worldwide to service the needs of enrollment growth, exceeding 30% each year.

Besides its impressive ranking in the 2007 Inc. 5,000, CEA made its debut on the 2003 Inc. 500 list at 67, landing the 225th spot in 2004. CEA is also the recipient of the ACE Award, recognized as the 13th fastest growing organization in Arizona; the W. P. Carey School of Business Spirit of Enterprise Award; the BizAZ Magazine Hot Growth Award; and the Arizona Small Business Award, among others.

The Inc. 5,000 is a prestigious list cataloguing the country's fastest-growing companies according to percentage revenue growth over the preceding four years. Eligible companies must have been founded and generating revenue by the first week of 2003. Additionally, they must be U. S.-based, privately held, and independent as of December 31, 2006.

About CEA (http://www. gowithCEA. com)
The nation's leading global marketplace for quality study abroad programs, CEA offers an unparalleled suite of global education opportunities for students, colleges, universities and high schools. Founded in 1996, CEA has forged partnerships with international universities in 14 countries to offer study abroad in Spain (http://www. gowithcea. com/programs/spain. html), China, France, Germany and England, among others. In addition, CEA has partnered with the University of New Haven to create the CEA GlobalCampus Network, a collection of sites worldwide designed to provide students with active, hands-on, experiential learning opportunities. For more information, visit http://www. GoWithCEA. com (http://www. GoWithCEA. com).

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Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts Offers New Radiologic Technology Program

Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts Offers New Radiologic Technology Program

The Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts is offering a new radiologic technology program as California faces a shortage of radiologists and other medical professionals.

Concord, CA (PRWEB) November 10, 2007

The Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts is now offering a new program in radiologic technology. A select group of students in the Bay Area will be able to get their radiologic technology degree (http://www. medacademy. org/radiologic1.php) through this program, which prepares them for state and national certifications, and work in the field.

The radiologic technology school will make it possible for graduates to create X-ray images, CT scans and angiographic studies as radiographers in medical imaging facilities. Gurnick Academy's new radiologic technology program (http://www. medacademy. org/radiologic1.php) prepares students for other responsibilities that may be required of them, as well, including radiography in surgical and trauma environments. The program uses the most recent curricular standards defined by the American Society of Radiologic Technologists and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology, and is also in accordance with learning outcomes of the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and the State of California Department of Public Health.

This new radiologic technology program comes at an opportune time, as a recent study sponsored by the Campaign for College Opportunity reveals a shortage in 75 percent of allied health professions. These professions include radiologic technology, pharmaceutical, physical therapy, EMT, dental hygienic technology and others. With new programs such as Gurnick Academy's (http://www. medacademy. org/) and higher pay standards for the radiologic technology profession, however, medical experts are hoping this will change.

What makes the new Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts (http://www. medacademy. org/) radiologic technology program so attractive is a series of new teaching methodologies including interactive instruction, computer-enhanced learning modules, PowerPoint presentations and live demonstrations. The learning experience incorporates classroom and simulated lab practice, as well. Student interns also rotate through various medical imaging departments to get clinical experience and instruction from radiologic technologists and radiologists.

The Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts is a private school with campuses in Concord and San Mateo, and radiologic technology students are carefully selected based on abilities to excel in the field of diagnostic imaging. Their desire to work in a medical environment that is centered on patient-care also affects the selection process.

About the Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts:
The Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts is dedicated to contributing to the medical community. In addition to providing high-quality radiologic technologists (http://www. medacademy. org/radiologic1.php), they also assist employers by offering classes for existing radiologic technology professionals in subjects such as fluoroscopy, venipuncture, radiation protection and special procedures. These courses are offered at reduced rates for technologists employed by the program's affiliated clinical education centers.

To learn more about this radiologic technology program, visit http://www. medacademy. org (http://www. medacademy. org)

Contact:
Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts 
925-687-9555
2121 South El Camino Real, Building C-200,
San Mateo, CA 94403
2702 Clayton Rd, Ste 201,
Concord, CA 94519

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James Scott Farrin Supports North Carolina Museum of History Fundraising Event

James Scott Farrin Supports North Carolina Museum of History Fundraising Event

The Law Offices of James Scott Farrin was among the sponsors of the second annual “Full House” Casino Night Gala to benefit the North Carolina Museum of History. The event, held at the museum on April 10th, was designed to raise funds for the museum’s statewide exhibits and educational programs.

Durham, NC (PRWEB) June 6, 2010

the Law Offices of James Scott Farrin (http://www. farrin. com) was among the sponsors of the second annual “Full House” Casino Night Gala to benefit the North Carolina Museum of History. The event, held at the museum on April 10th, was designed to raise funds for the museum’s statewide exhibits and educational programs.

“This type of donation will allow us to expand our exhibits, teaching more people about the exciting history of North Carolina,” says Marion B. Dees, membership and development, North Carolina Museum of History Associates. “We are thrilled that James Scott Farrin has agreed to sponsor this Young Associates event.”

In addition to raising funds for important museum initiatives, the event also served as a welcoming party of The Robson House (circa 1742), the state’s fourth-oldest known dwelling. The entire house was recently relocated to the museum’s first floor gallery as an integral component of The Story of North Carolina, the state’s first and only chronological history exhibit.

The second annual “Full House” Casino Night was organized by the North Carolina Museum of History Young Associates, a subgroup of the N. C. Museum of History Associates, a group which seeks to raise awareness and provide funding for exhibits, artifact purchases, and educational programs throughout the state.

J. Hunter Eddins Gentel (http://www. farrin. com/attorneys/hunter-eddins. html), a Workers’ Compensation attorney at the Law Offices of James Scott Farrin is a member of the North Carolina Museum of History Young Associates and attended the event. Gentel joined the North Carolina Museum of History Young Associates because she believes in supporting the community and supports their mission.

“The North Carolina Museum of History provides a valuable free service to the community,” she said. “With the help of groups like the NC Museum of History Young Associates, this important resource will be available to North Carolinians for generations to come.”

About the Firm:
The Law Offices of James Scott Farrin was founded in Durham, North Carolina in 1997 by James S. Farrin, Duke University School of Law, J. D. (1990). It has nearly 140 employees including 26 attorneys. Four of our attorneys have earned the designation of North Carolina Board Certified Specialist in Workers’ Compensation Law and one has been named a North Carolina Board Certified Specialist in Social Security Disability Law. Approximately 20 staff members are fluently bilingual in English and Spanish.

The Law Offices of James Scott Farrin is headquartered in Durham, North Carolina, with 12 additional offices across North Carolina, in Raleigh, Charlotte, Fayetteville, Greensboro, Greenville, Goldsboro, Henderson, New Bern, Roanoke Rapids, Sanford and Wilson.

The firm’s major practice areas include Personal Injury (including car accidents, truck accidents and victims of DWI), Social Security Disability, Workers’ Compensation, Intellectual Property, Product Liability and Civil Rights.

The firm is presently leading one of the largest civil rights cases in United State History: In re Black Farmers Discrimination Litigation, Case No. 08-mc-0511 (PLF) (D. D.C.), which deals with the United States Department of Agriculture’s discrimination against African-American farmers.

The firm's many philanthropic pursuits include Duke Children's Hospital and Health Center, The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, and Mothers Against Drunk Driving. The firm also has a matching-gift program wherein it matches an employee's philanthropic contributions.

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Law Offices of James Scott Farrin
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800-220-7321
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SyberWorks Partners With Linktivity To Offer Integrated Web Conferencing Features In the SyberWorks Learning Management System

SyberWorks Partners With Linktivity To Offer Integrated Web Conferencing Features In the SyberWorks Learning Management System

SyberWorks Inc., a leader in custom e-Learning Solutions and the Learning Management System industry, announced today that LinktivityÂ’s WebDemo 4.0 Web conferencing software will be integrated into SyberWorks Training Center Learning Management Systems (LMS).

Arlington, MA (PRWEB) September 13, 2005

Dave Boggs, CEO of SyberWorks, Inc. states, “Our decision to partner with Linktivity is a direct response to increasing customer demands for custom Web conferencing capabilities built into our LMS products.” Boggs continues, “We wanted a Web conferencing solution that could be a powerful addition to our LMS product suite. Linktivity’s product is easy to install and use across our servers, and offers an integrated feature package to augment the SyberWorks Training Center Learning Management System.”

Bob Goldschneider, Director of Business Development at SyberWorks says, “SyberWorks is a mature, upper-tier provider of custom e-learning solutions and learning management systems. Linktivity is a mature, upper-tier provider of Web conferencing technology, so there is a lot of synergy in terms of our companies’ respective market positions and customer base within each of our specific markets.”

About Linktivity

Linktivity (www. linktivity. com), a technology leader in real-time communications software, provides server-based communications and control products that enable person-to-person interactions through a browser window. Linktivity products include WebDemo, a Web-based, real-time conferencing-and-collaboration software tool, and WebInteractive, a real-time software tool that gives support and sales professionals an efficient way to manage and resolve online requests for service and support. The Linktivity technology and other select assets were acquired by Inter-Tel on October 8, 2004 and join Inter-TelÂ’s portfolio of business communication software and systems.

About Inter-Tel

Inter-Tel (Nasdaq: INTL - news) (www. inter-tel. com) offers value-driven communications products; applications utilizing networks and server-based communications software; and a wide range of managed services that include voice and data network design and traffic provisioning, custom application development, and financial solutions packages. An industry-leading provider focused on the communication needs of business enterprise; Inter-Tel employs over 1,900 communications professionals, and services business customers through a network of approximately 57 company-owned, direct sales offices and over 350 authorized providers in the United States, United Kingdom, and Japan.

About SyberWorks

SyberWorks, Inc. (www. syberworks. com) is a leader in the custom e-Learning Solutions and Learning Management System industries for Fortune 1000 corporations, higher education, and other industries. Located in Arlington, Massachusetts, the company serves the expanding 11 Billion dollar e-Learning segment*. Since 1995, SyberWorks has developed and delivered unique and economical solutions to create, manage, measure, and improve e-Learning programs at companies and organizations in the United States, Canada, Europe, and the world.

*“2003 e-Learning Survey”, Taylor Nelson Sofres plc, London, United Kingdom, 2003.

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Early Learning Series “Signing Time!” Returns to National Television

Early Learning Series “Signing Time!” Returns to National Television

Two Little Hands Productions – creators of the popular Signing Time series – and Vegas PBS are excited to announce the return of the educational, inspiring, one-of-a-kind children’s series “Signing Time!” The series uses a whole-body approach to learning that keeps young children actively engaged through music, play, song and American Sign Language. Emmy-nominated host Rachel Coleman steals the show as she draws children in to a world of learning!

Midvale, UT (PRWEB) October 7, 2010

Twenty-six re-mastered episodes are now available to public television stations to air. The series is being distributed by the National Educational Telecommunications Association (NETA) and is presented by Vegas PBS.

Signing Time moves beyond mere entertainment. Parents whose children watch Signing Time videos know their infants and toddlers are learning. They are thrilled when their child begins to use signs at home to ask for things they want or share their feelings – even before they can talk. Parents soon discover that this early access to communication helps their young child feel less frustrated and more secure.

“Their hands give them a clear and powerful ‘voice’ – quite a contrast to the whining and pointing traditionally associated with toddlerhood,” said Rachel Coleman, co-creator and host of Signing Time. “The truth is that using sign language with babies and children who can hear is revolutionizing early learning and parenting in America.”

Signing Time also offers powerful social and educational benefits to children ages 3-8. Research indicates that signing is an effective multi-sensory teaching tool for building vocabulary and early reading skills. Signs allow children to become physically engaged in reading and learning. As a second language, American Sign Language helps children communicate with their deaf peers and with children who must rely on signing for communication.

ABOUT SIGNING TIME AND TWO LITTLE HANDS PRODUCTIONS
Signing Time is a captivating and entertaining series produced by Two Little Hands Productions. Signing Time was created to make ASL fun and easy for children of all ages and abilities. Two Little Hands Productions also produces the popular Baby Signing Time DVDs and CDs that have played a prominent role in the recent “baby signing” and “early learning” trends. For more information, please visit http://www. signingtime. com.

ABOUT VEGAS PBS
Vegas PBS is dedicated to providing quality, commercial-free programming and media to southern Nevada residents and teachers. In collaboration with Two Little Hands Productions and Emmy-nominated host Rachel Coleman, Vegas PBS has hosted a free “Sing and Sign” community event as part of their Ready to Learn program to engage the community and reach out to new and underserved audiences in their area.

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Tarpey Secures Grant for Children's Therapy Center

Tarpey Secures Grant for Children's Therapy Center

Brian G. Tarpey, from Fairfield, NJ, secured a $5,000.00 grant from the MDRT Foundation on behalf of Children's Therapy Center.

Fairfield, NJ (PRWEB) August 1, 2010

Brian G. Tarpey, from Fairfield, NJ, secured a $5,000.00 grant from the MDRT Foundation on behalf of Children's Therapy Center.

Tarpey, of the Tarpey Group LLC (http://www. tarpeygroup. com) and a 6-year MDRT member, is an active supporter of Children's Therapy Center and nominated and endorsed the grant application. Children's Therapy Center is a nonprofit organization that provides creative education and advanced therapeutic services for children with developmental disabilities. The MDRT Foundation grant will support a program that provides physical therapy equipment for over 30 special needs children ages 7 - 12 for the Children's Therapy Center's Upper School.

This year, the MDRT Foundation will award more than $1 million in grants to more than 100 charities. Representing the MDRT Foundation, Tarpey presented this grant to Children's Therapy Center on Friday, July 23.

The MDRT Foundation was created in 1959 to provide MDRT members with a means to give back to their communities. Since its inception, the Foundation has donated more than $23 million in 67 countries around the world and all 50 U. S. states. The majority of these funds were raised by MDRT members from MDRT members.

The MDRT Foundation is the philanthropic arm of the Million Dollar Round Table, The Premier Association of Financial Professionals®. MDRT is an international, independent association of more than 39,000, or less than 1 percent, of the world's best life insurance and financial services professionals from 476 companies and 76 nations and territories. MDRT members demonstrate exceptional product knowledge, strict ethical conduct and outstanding client service. MDRT membership is recognized internationally as the standard of sales excellence in the life insurance and financial services business.

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Grantham University Signs Articulation Agreement with Bellevue University, Allowing Students to Transfer Credits

Grantham University Signs Articulation Agreement with Bellevue University, Allowing Students to Transfer Credits

Grantham University, specializing in educating working adults, has signed an articulation agreement with Bellevue University of Bellevue, Nebraska. The articulation agreement allows the transfer of undergraduate academic credits between the two schools in the area of computer science.

Kansas City, MO (PRWEB) May 26, 2006

Grantham University, specializing in educating working adults, has signed an articulation agreement with Bellevue University of Bellevue, Nebraska. The articulation agreement allows the transfer of undergraduate academic credits between the two schools in the area of computer science. There are currently 31 courses included in the articulation agreement. For more information on these courses, please call 800-955-2527.

“The agreement with Bellevue University gives students more choices and flexibility in designing their education,” said Gary Sutter, PhD, Provost at Grantham University. “Both schools see each other as active educational partners, committed to providing greater educational opportunities and services for students transferring between schools.”

Established in 1951, Grantham University offers online undergraduate and graduate degree programs in Criminal Justice, Business Administration, General and Interdisciplinary Studies, Computer Science, and other technology related degrees. Grantham’s degree programs are flexible and self-paced, allowing students to complete their course work at times and places that fit their busy schedules.

“Bellevue University is proud to enter into this new partnership with Grantham University,” said Mary Hawkins, PhD, Provost at Bellevue University. “As a leader in adult and online education, Bellevue University shares with Grantham University the desire to meet the unique needs of today’s working professionals. This agreement allows both institutions to continue to offer their students a rich and relevant learning experience.”

About Grantham University

Established in 1951, Grantham University, with more than 10,000 active students, is a private institution that specializes in educating the working adult student. Its mission is to 'level the playing field' by making a high quality college education available to adult learners based on the combined academic and economic principles of Accessibility,

Affordability and Academic Accountability. Grantham University offers military scholarships for active duty, reserve, guard, veterans and military family members, as well as scholarships for law enforcement professionals. Grantham’s courses are online and self-paced, allowing students to study at home, at work, on Temporary Duty (TDY) or from almost anywhere in the world. Grantham University is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of the Distance Education and Training Council (DETC). For more information, visit www. grantham. edu or call 1-800-955-2527.

About Bellevue University

Bellevue University is a recognized national leader in providing post-secondary education opportunities for working adults. A private, non-profit institution, Bellevue University serves students at 10 learning sites in three states, as well as worldwide through its online learning platform, Cyber-Active® Learning. Bellevue University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. For more information, visit www. bellevue. edu or call 800-756-7920.

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COMPASS BANK SELECTS EDCOMM'S FOCUS ON COMPLIANCE PROGRAM FOR BANKWIDE COMPLIANCE TRAINING

COMPASS BANK SELECTS EDCOMM'S FOCUS ON COMPLIANCE PROGRAM FOR BANKWIDE COMPLIANCE TRAINING

(PRWEB) June 20, 2003

Compass Bank has selected Focus On Compliance as its bankwide compliance training program. Focus on Compliance is a computer-based distance-learning program that can be delivered via Internet, Intranet or CD-ROM. This self-paced interactive program teaches the regulations with easy-to-understand language, in an interactive, self-paced format. Participants learn from their point of view with a curriculum customized to their position. The program includes a quick reference guide to the regs and a glossary of compliance terms, as well as a library of reference materials and forms for each banking regulation.

Compass Bank is a subsidiary of Compass Bancshares, Inc., a Sunbelt-based financial holding company with $23.5 billion in assets and 343 full-service banking offices in Alabama, Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Nebraska, New Mexico and Texas. Compass is among the top 40 U. S. bank holding companies by asset size and ranks among the top earners of its size based on return on equity.

The Edcomm Group is a multimedia education and communication consulting firm specializing in the development of creative business solutions that improve productivity, customer service and market share, providing bottom-line results. The Edcomm Group is headquartered in New York City with an Advanced Design Center located in Fort Washington, Pennsylvania.

The Edcomm Group is a 16-year-old multimedia education and communication consulting firm specializing in the development of creative business solutions that improve productivity, customer service and market share - providing bottom-line results. The Edcomm Group (www. edcomm. com) is headquartered in New York City with an Advanced Design Center located in Fort Washington, Pennsylvania.

For more information, please contact:

Linda Eagle

President, The Edcomm Group

1-888-4EDCOMM

Linda. eagle@edcomm. com

Dr. Linda Eagle of The Edcomm Group to be Featured on "The Exchange" on WHAT Radio to Discuss Elder Financial Abuse and Bank Compliance

Dr. Linda Eagle of The Edcomm Group to be Featured on "The Exchange" on WHAT Radio to Discuss Elder Financial Abuse and Bank Compliance

Dr. Linda Eagle, President of The Edcomm Group, will be featured on WHAT 1340 AM radio’s “The Exchange” with Elmer Smith, Wednesday June 28, 2006 at 2pm (EST). Dr. Eagle will address the growing concerns of elder financial abuse, what role the banking industry plays in protecting elderly customers, and how banks can ensure their compliance with the law.

NEW YORK, NY (PRWEB) June 29, 2006

Dr. Linda Eagle, President of The Edcomm Group, will be featured on WHAT 1340 AM radio’s “The Exchange” with Elmer Smith, Wednesday June 28, 2006 at 2pm (EST). Dr. Eagle will address the growing concerns of elder financial abuse, what role the banking industry plays in protecting elderly customers, and how banks can ensure their compliance with the law.

With more than 5 million cases per year, financial abuse of elders is the number one crime committed against persons age 65 and older. Currently, 17 states and Washington, D. C. have passed laws that require bank personnel to report suspected cases of elder financial abuse. Another 33 states recommend it. At the federal level, substantive revision to the Elder Justice Act is in discussion and is expected to pass this year.

Sadly, approximately 84% of elder abuse cases go unreported. The upsurge in elder financial abuse has become a major concern for banks and other financial service companies, resulting in the growing need for platform, teller, sales and customer service representatives who are trained to recognize and report such abuse.

The Edcomm Group has been a driving force in the campaign to teach bank personnel about elder financial abuse. Edcomm’s course, Focus on Elder Financial Abuse, is designed to help banks cope with the new laws targeting elder financial abuse by teaching front line staff about how to best serve their elderly customers while reducing risk to the bank.

Focus on Elder Financial Abuse is a comprehensive eLearning program providing training on issues related to elder financial abuse. The course covers: defining elder financial abuse and the laws governing it, detecting the red flags of elder financial abuse, and reporting elder financial abuse properly. Focus on Elder Financial Abuse teaches employees in all bank departments how to identify elder abuse and how to protect both their customers and the bank, with accurate, compliant reporting.

“The Exchange” hosted by Elmer Smith on WHAT 1340 AM is the voice of the African American community in Philadelphia, PA. Mr. Smith is a noted editorial columnist, member of the Philadelphia Daily News editorial board and former adjunct professor of journalism at Temple University’s School of Communications.

Dr. Eagle is frequently invited to speak on a range of topics including distance learning, adult education, compliance training, teller training, ethics training, technological advances in training and education and business solutions. Linda’s educational background in psychology and communications and her experience in organizational consulting give her unique insight into the practical application of training and communication programs that provide measurable benefits. She has provided consulting and training services to hundreds of organizations in a variety of industries. Published in many national publications including Forbes, USA Today and American Banker, Linda has also appeared on numerous local and national radio and television news programs.

The Edcomm Group is a 19-year-old multimedia education and communication consulting firm specializing in the development of creative business solutions that improve productivity, customer service and market share — providing bottom-line results. The Edcomm Group (www. edcomm. com) (www. bankersacademy. com) is headquartered in New York City with an Advanced Design Center located in Fort Washington, Pennsylvania.

For more information, please contact:

Linda Eagle

President, The Edcomm Group

1-888-4EDCOMM

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Could America Someday Break into 4 Autonomous Nations?

Could America Someday Break into 4 Autonomous Nations?

Global Talk Radio proudly announces its guests on "A Story to Tell" for the week of September 19, 2005, including author Bruce Humphrey, who talks about just such a futuristic scenario in his new thriller "Winds of Time".

Torrance, CA (PRWEB) September 20, 2005

Is it possible that America could divide into four separate, autonomous countries? Listen to Global Talk Radio's (http://www. GlobalTalkRadio. com (http://www. GlobalTalkRadio. com)) September 19th edition of "A Story to Tell" to hear author Bruce Alan Humphrey discuss just such a futuristic scenario in his new fiction thriller, "Winds of Time." It's about a nation gone wild, and covert operative Tarl Cray has been told to contact the leaders of the other three breakaway territories. His orders are to convince them that their one-time great nation must reunite in a combined defense against invaders. The four splinters are: The Southeast (which has built itself on scientific and medical disciplines), the Northeast (agricultural), the Mid-West (also highly agricultural and peaceful), and the West (a feudalistic, power driven territory, much like "The Old West".)

Next up, we visit with Michael Kenworthy, author of "Close Calls with the Cops Volume 1" - a hilarious but true take on some of the most amazing things people have said to law enforcement officials to avoid getting a ticket. If you're like most people, you've probably had an encounter or two with the police. But you'll be shocked at what some people are willing to do to avoid a ticket. Some of their tactics are so brilliant that they'll make you slap your forehead and say, "Man, I wish that I'd thought of that." Others are so wacky and off the wall that you'll find yourself saying, "I could never do that." And some, well, some are just downright bizarre. For the first time ever, Mike has gathered the best of these stories in one amazing collection.

Then, we heard from Alina Oswald, author of "Poetry of the Soul", who is a well-published freelance writer and author interested in health/medicine, HIV/AIDS, alternative treatments, spirituality/healthy living, travel, education and also fiction/poetry.

Next up, Dr. John Mentink joined us to discuss his book, "Dance of the Poets", about two very different individuals who meet over the internet and decide to take a chance on trust, friendship and love. "Dance of the Poets" takes the reader on a unique journey through a second and imaginery novel, The Man From McKee, which the author has developed as an unusual literary tool, thereby creating a plot within a plot. It is through the revelations embedded in this second story that the relationship of the scientist and the caretaker grows and changes, leading them into observations about social change and the value of life.

Finally, meet Sue Dent. Her book, "Never Ceese", is about a skeptical vampire forced to team up with a determined werewolf whose long-held wish is to have her curse removed. Will they be able to free themselves of their curses at last... or will they suffer at the hands of a power-hungry stem cell researcher who seeks the immortality and fame their unique blood might give him? Tune in and see if Sue clues us in on the ending.

All interviews can be heard on-demand 24/7 at http://www. GlobalTalkRadio. com/shows/astorytotell (http://www. GlobalTalkRadio. com/shows/astorytotell).

About Global Talk Radio:

Global Talk Radio was launched in late 2004, and has quickly become a dominant force in the internet talk radio industry. With numerous programs broadcast live and available 24 hours per day on-demand, Global Talk Radio offers a wide variety of exclusive and syndicated talk show content - from paranormal to political, from automotive to women's programs, and much more!

Other talk shows of interest on Global Talk Radio include A Story to Tell, Army Wife Talk Radio, Best Internet Sites, Beyond Reality, Bobby Likis Car Clinic, Business 101, Demystifying Non-Profits, Disability News & Views Radio Show, GenderTalk, Jewel's Way, Journeys with Rebecca, New Age Radio, PodCast Radio Show, Radio Road Test, Ready for Romance, Sally's Midnight Hour, The BigMoney with JD Hoffman, The Brandon Show, The Great Shift with Fred Sterling, The Lillian Cauldwell Show and Your On Live.

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Loving Your Life - 10 Steps to Achieving Success

Loving Your Life - 10 Steps to Achieving Success

The Life Guide, 10 Things You Need To Know About Everything That Matters, a new book from FT Press, helps you to live a more successful and happy life. In steps of 10, The Life Guide shows people how to indentify, define, plan and achieve their life's goals, resulting in a happier and more successful life. The book also provides steps for people dealing with self-doubt and defining happiness. In total, Robert Ashton gives you 700 ways to change your life, one small step at a time!

New York, NY (PRWEB) March 20, 2008

What's the secret to a successful life? It differs from individual to individual, who each view success differently. Aspirations are influenced by our upbringing, our environment, our self image, family, friends and co-workers. There are many ingredients that go into making a truly successful life and The Life Guide: 10 Things You Need To Know About Everything That Matters (March 2008, ISBN: 0137135556), offers a "recipe" for anyone interested in creating a more successful, productive and healthy life.

"In order to change your life and become the successful person that you want to be, you need to define your own personal success by asking yourself what you want to achieve, and create a 'life plan' listing all of your goals and long-term ambitions. It doesn't need to be highly detailed, even jotting down some immediate goals and sticking to them will do," said Robert Ashton, the author of The Life Guide.

In steps of 10, The Life Guide shows people how to indentify, define, plan and achieve their life's goals, resulting in a happier and more successful life. The book also provides steps for people dealing with self-doubt and defining happiness. In total, Robert Ashton gives you 700 ways to change your life, one small step at a time!

The Life Guide offers the following 10 ways to achieve your goals and long-term ambitions:

1. Take short steps - You don't climb a ladder in one step and self-improvement is just the same. Break every change you want to make into short steps, and take them one at a time.
2. Write it down - The act of committing your plans to paper makes them firmer in your mind.
3. Have heroes - Study the lives of people who have succeeded at what you want to do. Understand how they did it and recognize that they often struggled for years before achieving fame and fortune.
4. Pace yourself - You need to aim high, but make sure you leave enough time for the journey.
5. Be realistic - You might fantasize about visiting the moon, but getting to the Grand Canyon is easier.
6. Get a mentor - Family, friend or someone at work. Find someone willing to listen and offer encouragement and support.
7. Mark milestones - Mark each milestone along the way with a small reward. It's important to recognize and celebrate each significant achievement.
8. Look over your shoulder - It's all too easy to focus on where you're heading, but equally important not to forget just how far you've come already.
9. Benchmark - All it means is find someone heading in the same direction and measure your progress against theirs.
10. Think positive - Keep telling yourself it's possible and it will be. Let doubts grow in your mind and it'll all seem too overwhelming.

"Success is really about feeling that you belong, that you are getting noticed, and that what you are doing is good for both you and the people around you. It sounds simple, but of course the complexities of life make it quite difficult," sums up Ashton.

To request a copy of The Life Guide, 10 Things You Need To Know About Everything That Matters, or to schedule an interview with Robert Ashton, please contact me at 212-641-6627 or laura. czaja@pearson. com

About the Author
Robert Ashton is an author, activist, speaker, and entrepreneur. He works with people who want to make a difference, including entrepreneurs, social activists, charity managers, and individuals working to create their own life plans. Ashton's books include How to Sell, The Entrepreneur's Book of Checklists, Copywriting in a Week, Business Alchemy in a Week, and Teach Yourself Life at 50-for Men.

About FT Press
FT Press publishes high-quality books in the areas of General Business, Finance and Investing, Sales and Marketing, Leadership, Management and Strategy, Human Resources, and Global Business. Our brand is built on the concept of signing and publishing the world's best minds on the most relevant topics.

About Pearson Education
Educating 100 million people worldwide, Pearson Education (www. pearsoned. com) is the global leader in educational publishing, providing research-based print and digital programs to help students of all ages learn at their own pace, in their own way. The company is home to such renowned publishing brands as Pearson Prentice Hall, Pearson Addison Wesley, Pearson Longman, Pearson Allyn & Bacon, Pearson Benjamin Cummings, Pearson Custom Publishing, and others. Pearson Education is part of Pearson (NYSE: PSO), the international media company. In addition to Pearson Education, Pearson's primary operations include the Financial Times Group and the Penguin Group.

The Life Guide, 10 Things You Need To Know About Everything That Matters
Robert Ashton
March 2008
$14.99
208pp.
0137135556

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MysticalCharm. com Launches while High Demand for Essential Oils Keeps Traffic High

MysticalCharm. com Launches while High Demand for Essential Oils Keeps Traffic High

MysticalCharm. com launched its website, hoping to shine with its unique, high quality amulets and talismans. Instead, MysticalCharm. com's visitors surprised corporate owners by making their selection of essential oils the site's biggest seller.

Jackson, Michigan (PRWEB) June 29, 2009

Essential oils, often used in aromatherapy and massage, surprised MysticalCharm. com's owners by becoming the company's largest selling product. Although the amulets and talismans received a high visit rate, essential oils such as Lavender Essential Oil, Rose Oil, and Tea Tree Essential Oil stole the show. Their website is located at http://www. mysticalcharm. com (http://www. mysticalcharm. com)

MysticalCharm. com opened for business at the beginning of June, 2009. The site is owned by Endeavor Enterprises International Inc., located in Jackson, Michigan. It features products such as enchanted jewelry, fantasy themed gifts, incense, statues, rune sets, and essential oils. The corporate executives, Brian and Kristen Wilkerson, created the site after experiencing New Age trinket shops in cities such as Boston and Salem, Massachusetts. They hope to make these unique products available to everyone in the world due to their potential healing ability and interesting nature.

While MysticalCharm. com features products primarily used in New Age, Wiccan, and Metaphysical markets, due to the large quantity of essential oils sold, fans of aromatherapy are making the site their second home. One customer shared that they used to use a different brand of essential oils in their chiropractic business. Since trying MysticalCharm. com's essential oils, however, he found that not only does he pay one-third the price, but he said these are better quality oils which demonstrate a higher potency and effectiveness.

Many people also use MysticalCharm. com as an educational tool by reading its featured internal blog. Blog entries share the history behind particular symbols, ingredients and uses of essential oils, and ways to improve one's life. It is a very thorough blog, and an excellent support network to the site. Blog comments are highly appreciated, and always receive a response.

For additional information on essential oils offered by MysticalCharm. com, contact Brian Wilkerson or visit http://www. mysticalcharm. com (http://www. mysticalcharm. com). The variety of essential oils and other products displayed on the site is quite extensive, and more items are added daily.

About Mystical Charm:
Mystical Charm has a large selection of products in stock and strives for the highest quality customer experience possible.

Contact:
Brian Wilkerson, Product Manager
Mystical Charm
877-832-4975
Http://www. mysticalcharm. com (http://www. mysticalcharm. com)

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The Gift to be Remembered at CARLOS SANTANA LATIN RECORDING ACADEMY® PERSON OF THE YEAR TRIBUTE

The Gift to be Remembered at CARLOS SANTANA LATIN RECORDING ACADEMY® PERSON OF THE YEAR TRIBUTE

ESSEX JCT. VT. – Peacetoys. com made a contribution of SPANISH language Hugg-A-Planet, Earths to 2004 Latin Recording Academy's person of the Year Honoring Carlos Santana. Many Latin music stars will be receiving a special planet earth on this day and sure to be used for years after. The SPANISH Hugg-A-Planet, Earth. is now in their hands. Latin music trend setters have one of the 25 Best Toys of the Past 25 years to share with their friends and family. A useful reminder to make a difference with their musical talent and influence.-Promoting peace, and environmental goodwill for all the world to hear.

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Hugg-A-Planet, home of peacetoys. com is thrilled to be putting their huggable world in the hands of top Latin musicians and celebrities. "The Classic Spanish Hugg-A-Planet, Earth will make an rewarding addition to the 2004 LATIN RECORDING ACADEMY® PERSON OF THE YEAR DINNER Celebrity Gift Bag and we are very honored to be a part of such an exciting event," said President Robert Forenza

Many stars of the Latin music culture will be hugging our Spanish language Hugg-A-Planet® earth. Music trend setters can make a difference. Their influence on a generation is profound and Latin music has power. Nueva canción was a movement in Latin American music that emerged in the mid-1960s. It combined traditional Latin American folk music with progressive and sometimes politicized lyrics. Music and truth is from the heart, this is the power of change.

The audience was clearly stunned by the sheer passion of Santana's performance. It was then that the guitarist chose to address the crowd one more time before bringing the evening to an end. 

He talked of a better world, a planet where water, electricity, food and education would be available to all at no cost. But he made it a point to emphasize that this was not the product of a utopian vision. His dream was feasible, he said, and could become a happy reality in the span of 25 years, as long as humanity was ready to share the world's available resources. His contemplative words earned him yet another standing ovation.

Hugging our planet has power too. This simple jesture of a loving hug on the earth imprints a positive message felt within and can help promote peace, and environmental goodwill to young and old alike. The Spanish speaking world will be thrilled to know many of their favorite musicians have joined others in giving our planet a loving hug.

Hugg-A-Planet's goal is to increase global awareness by putting our huggable earth into the life's of todayÂ’s top stars and their families. Hugg-A-Planet, Earth is a, timely, and meaningful toy. Recently, awarded one of the best toys of the past 25 years. It's use worldwide promotes peace and socially responsible dialog to all ages. By placing this symbol of a loving world into the Latin music community will further effect positive changes.

The 5th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards telecast will be distributed internationally to more than 100 countries and will be supported on radio via Univision Radio and Westwood One International. A complete list of nominees is available online at http://www. GRAMMY. com (http://www. GRAMMY. com) and http://www. latingrammy. terra. com (http://www. latingrammy. terra. com) (the official online partner of the 5th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards).

Hugg-A-Planet in business for over 20 years. The Classic Hugg-A-Planet, Earth is now in Spanish, French and English and a fourth is coming. Is available 6” 12” 24” dia. Sizes. It has over 600 place labels, is found in homes, schools, and businesses, always within arm’s reach for easy reference and a good hug. We also produce custom products like our Hugg-A-Planet, Earth for companies, individuals and events, we put your name on the world. http://www. peacetoys. com (http://www. peacetoys. com)

Hugg-A-Planet, Earth is shared by Presidents, Governors, Senators, Congressmen, Entertainers, many other world, business and religious leaders. Our loveable Planet is embraced by many. We are confident of its positive effects on society.

FreeFlow and ReCellular Address Value Creation from Technology Recycling at Upcoming CSCMP Conference

FreeFlow and ReCellular Address Value Creation from Technology Recycling at Upcoming CSCMP Conference

As a growing number of electronics manufacturers move to adopt environmental responsibility by establishing recycling programs and cradle-to-grave product ownership, CSCMP has dedicated a closing session devoted exclusively to the topic. FreeFlow, an award-winning provider of hosted inventory asset management solutions, announced that they have been selected together with Dexter, Michigan-based ReCellular to address the prestigious 2008 Annual Global Conference of the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP), taking place October 5-8 in Denver, Colorado.

San Jose, CA (PRWEB) September 23, 2008

FreeFlow, an award-winning provider of hosted inventory asset management solutions, today announced that they have been selected together with Dexter, Michigan-based ReCellular to address the prestigious 2008 Annual Global Conference of the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP), taking place October 5-8 in Denver, Colorado. As a growing number of electronics manufacturers move to adopt environmental responsibility by establishing recycling programs and cradle-to-grave product ownership, CSCMP has dedicated a closing session devoted exclusively to the topic. John Boone, Director of Sales for ReCellular, will describe how companies can gain a competitive advantage by extending the continuum of product value from first sale, to product recovery and repair, to sale on the global secondary market. Key to profitability in the aftermarket is managing the cost of sales. Boone will be joined by Anne Patterson, Vice President of Client Delivery for FreeFlow, and Mike Hackett, Senior Manager of Business Development at eBay Private Marketplace, to demonstrate the use of members-only online auctions as low-overhead, secure sales channels widely utilized for the sale of B-stock inventory.

In his address, John Boone will share invaluable insights to successfully manage "reverse logistics" as a profit operation rather than a cost center and will emphasize the value creation enabled by extended-life product programs. "Value recovery represents the next phase in the evolution of the supply chain, from forward logistics to reverse logistics and now on to value creation," commented Boone. "With value recovery programs that extend the useful life of their products, companies score a triple play creating positive economic, environmental, and social impact. ReCellular is committed to remaining an industry leader in cellular telephone recovery and remarketing."

FreeFlow brings its expertise on value recovery to the October worldwide venue and the case study presentation with ReCellular underlines the strategy, process, and results associated with a company's strategic shift in management philosophy of reverse logistics. "Thousands of product categories have value beyond their initial use," stated John Kenny, President of FreeFlow. "Companies can add millions of dollars to their annual revenues by developing and adopting a proactive value recovery process. We are pleased to be able to share the success stories of ReCellular with our supply chain peers at such a large and highly respected global conference."

FreeFlow's operational sites, including FreeFlowMarketplace. com and numerous additional private-labeled platforms, combine the power of the Internet with business services to proactively manage slow-moving, aging or obsolete inventories. FreeFlow's automated solutions help customers implement operational processes designed to maximize asset recovery and profitability, increase inventory cycle turns while avoiding channel conflict, and reduce overall reverse logistics costs.

About CSCMP
Founded in 1963, the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) is the preeminent association for individuals involved in supply chain management. CSCMP provides educational, career development, and networking opportunities to its over 9,000 members and to the entire profession. CSCMP was originally founded as the National Council of Physical Distribution Management (NCPDM) in January 1963. NCPDM was formed by a visionary group of educators, consultants, and managers who envisioned the integration of transportation, warehousing, and inventory as the future of the discipline. At that time, physical distribution was just beginning to edge its way into the corporate lexicon and make its considerable presence felt in the business community. In 1985, recognizing the growing field of logistics, the association's focus broadened as it changed its name to the Council of Logistics Management (CLM). It stayed that way until 2004 when CLM's Executive Committee voted to become CSCMP, effective in 2005.

About ReCellular Inc.
With offices in the United States, Hong Kong, and Brazil, ReCellular Inc. is the world's leading electronics-sustainability firm. We provide solutions for the collection, reuse and recycling of used personal electronics that generate financial return for our partners, quality products for our customers, funding for charity organizations, and protection of the environment. Corporate, charitable, consumer and wholesale information is available at www. ReCellular. com.

About FreeFlow
Founded in 2001, FreeFlow improves its customers' product profitability by helping them identify excess and at-risk inventory and dispositioning the inventory through the channel mechanism most appropriate to that asset. Some of FreeFlow's industry leading customers include Apple, Creative Labs and SanDisk. FreeFlow's leadership in the supply chain arena has been recognized with a string of industry awards, including Gartner's Cool Vendors in Supply Chain Management and Procurement, Global Logistics and Supply Chain Strategies magazine's Top Supply Chain Partners, Manufacturing Business Technology magazine's Top 40 Emerging Software Vendors, and Start-IT Magazine's Top Companies to Watch. Privately-held, FreeFlow has headquarters in San Jose, California and Tralee, Ireland, with offices throughout the U. S., Europe, and Asia. For more information, please visit www. FreeFlow. com.

Press Contact:
Carmen Hughes
Ignite P. R.
650.592.1768
Carmen @ ignitepr. com

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Christina Dillard to Speak on the Role of Leadership in Effective Safety Programs at Lab Manager Boot Camp on October 25, 2007

Christina Dillard to Speak on the Role of Leadership in Effective Safety Programs at Lab Manager Boot Camp on October 25, 2007

Vicon Publishing, Inc. today announced that Christina Dillard, Assistant Director of the Laboratory Safety Institute, has joined the roster of speakers for Lab Manager Boot Camp sponsored by Lab Manager Magazine®. Ms Dillard's presentation, "Leadership in Safety: The Administrator's or Manager's Role," will be part of a line-up addressing a wide range of topics relating to laboratory management.

Amherst, NH (PRWEB) August 6, 2007

Vicon Publishing, Inc. today announced that Christina Dillard, Assistant Director of the Laboratory Safety Institute, has joined the roster of speakers for Lab Manager Boot Camp sponsored by Lab Manager Magazine®. Ms Dillard's presentation, "Leadership in Safety: The Administrator's or Manager's Role," will be part of a line-up addressing a wide range of topics relating to laboratory management.

Ms. Dillard's presentation is intended to enlighten administrators and managers to the critical role of the development and implementation of effective safety programs. Excellent health and safety in the lab should be a high priority among lab managers who seek to gain the highest level of staff output. This presentation will cover the most important issues for safety program development including involvement, liability, and regulatory compliance. Ms. Dillard's presentation will also prove that health and safety programs do not have to be a monetary strain on managers. By tying together legal aspects, leadership principles, and effective safety programs, administrators and managers will better understand their role in determining their company's health and safety precautions.

Topics include:
The scope of the problem Legal aspects Critical questions and leadership principles Effective safety programs

Christina Dillard is the Assistant Director for the Laboratory Safety Institute (LSI)--a national, non-profit center for safety in science and science education. Ms. Dillard has worked as an Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) Consultant, Safety Trainer, and Program Coordinator. Prior to joining LSI, she worked in the biotechnology industry developing and managing laboratory safety programs. During the course of her career, she has continued success with biological safety, chemical safety, facility safety programs, and training. In addition, she has experience with emergency response planning, radiation safety, IBC and IACUC coordination, recycling, and organizational management. LSI conducts seminars, short courses, audits, and inspections for schools, colleges, and companies. LSI also provides advice on regulatory compliance, safety program development, facilities design, editorial commentary on laboratory texts, and expert witness testimony.

Lab Manager Boot Camp will be held on October 25, 2007 at the Massachusetts Medical Society in Waltham, MA. The conference is a one-day program of presentations for science professionals to develop or expand upon management and administrative skills. For information or to register for Lab Management Boot Camp, go to www. labmanagerbootcamp. com.

About Lab Manager Magazine®
"Where Science and Management Meet." Lab Manager Magazine® is a publication of tools and resources for professionals juggling the dual roles of scientist and manager. It provides current thinking and trends in science management common to analytical, industry, government, research, academic, and biotechnology labs. Lab Manager articles cover management issues, career advice, personnel strategies, along with lab operations, technology, quality, and more. Free subscriptions to qualified professionals for print and digital formats are available at www. labmanager. com.

About Vicon Publishing:
Vicon Publishing, Inc., located in Amherst, NH, publishes ALN Magazine™, Controlled Environments Magazine®, Forensic Magazine®, and Lab Manager Magazine®. Vicon Publishing has an established history of producing quality publications with excellent editorial and attractive advertising opportunities.

In addition to offering various trade magazines, Vicon offers custom publishing services, exclusive web conferences, and live events designed to help professionals expand their skill set in various areas.

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Small Business Workbook on How to Start and Structure a Business Now Available from SCORE and The Company Corporation

Small Business Workbook on How to Start and Structure a Business Now Available from SCORE and The Company Corporation

New Start-Up Guide Can Help Entrepreneurs Take Advantage of Business Opportunities, Even During a Recession

Wilmington, DE (Vocus) June 9, 2009

Starting a small business with a focus and plan of action are the purpose of a business plan. SCORE "Counselors to America's Small Business" and The Company Corporation® have released a new version of How to Really Start Your Own Business. This popular, free workbook is available at SCORE's 370 offices nationwide. More than 500,000 entrepreneurs have used this workbook as the first step in setting up their businesses. Download a PDF copy at www. incorporate. com/score (http://www. incorporate. com/score).

The business planning workbook describes how to move from a business idea to a business plan. This interactive workbook provides simple exercises to think through planning, choosing a business structure, financing, and start-up operations. Entrepreneurs can get the latest information on how to launch a Web site, attract visitors, and avoid e-commerce mistakes. SCORE CEO Ken Yancey says, "How to Really Start Your Own Business provides valuable information that can help start-up entrepreneurs achieve their business goals and thrive as we move through the recession to better economic times, even during a down economy." Yancey adds, "The Company Corporation has been a long-standing SCORE supporter and sponsor of educational resources for small businesses. You can get your workbook and meet for free mentoring sessions at a SCORE office near you."

"We are proud to support SCORE in its efforts to educate America's entrepreneurs about how to start and run a successful business," says Brett Davis, General Manager of The Company Corporation. "This how-to workbook is another example of how The Company Corporation is making it easier for small business owners to follow their dreams."

With more than 500,000 businesses formed, The Company Corporation® provides expert incorporation services to small businesses and entrepreneurs nationwide. In addition to filing corporations and Limited Liability Companies (LLCs) in all 50 states and the District of Columbia, The Company Corporation offers a wide range of products and services, including business credit services, license and permit assistance, corporate kits, self-help books, certificates of good standing, Registered Agent services, and business start-up services. Based in Delaware, The Company Corporation serves small business owners nationwide through its Web sites at www. incorporate. com and www. llc. com. To follow The Company Corporation on Twitter, please visit at www. twitter. com/incorporate_com (http://www. twitter. com/incorporate_com). Or, speak with a Business Specialist at 866-453-3313 (toll-free) or 302-636-5440.
Since 1964, SCORE ("Counselors to America's Small Business") has assisted more than 8.3 million aspiring entrepreneurs and small business owners through counseling and business workshops. More than 11,200 volunteer business counselors in 370 chapters serve their communities through entrepreneur education dedicated to the formation, growth, and success of small businesses.

For more information about starting or operating a small business, call 1-800-634-0245 for the SCORE chapter nearest you. Or, visit SCORE on the Web at www. score. org and at www. twitter. com/scorementors (http://www. twitter. com/scorementors).

Contacts:
John Meyer
The Company Corporation
(800) 315-9420 ext 8480

Michael L. Keaton
Director of Communications, SCORE
(202)-205-7637

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Leading Search Engine Marketing Firm Traffic Logic Expands Product Line – Rebrands as InfoSearch Media

Leading Search Engine Marketing Firm Traffic Logic Expands Product Line – Rebrands as InfoSearch Media

Leading Search Engine Media firm Traffic Logic, Inc. unveiled the creation of InfoSearch Media (http://www. infosearchmedia. com), its new corporate identity, at Jupiter MediaÂ’s Search Engine Strategies conference in San Jose last week.

Marina Del Rey, CA (PRWEB) August 17, 2004

Leading Search Engine Media firm Traffic Logic, Inc. unveiled the creation of InfoSearch Media (http://www. infosearchmedia. com (http://www. infosearchmedia. com)), its new corporate identity, at Jupiter MediaÂ’s Search Engine Strategies conference in San Jose last week. In a re-branding of its existing search marketing offerings, InfoSearch Media becomes the parent resource to four related professional services divisions: TrafficLogic (http://www. trafficlogic. com (http://www. trafficlogic. com)), ContentLogic (http://www. contentlogic. com (http://www. contentlogic. com)), TopicLogic (http://www. topiclogic. com (http://www. topiclogic. com)), and ConversionLogic (http://www. conversionlogic. com (http://www. conversionlogic. com)).

The mission of InfoSearch Media is to develop leading-edge content based solutions to drive business.

“We’re very excited about our new suite of Search Engine Marketing solutions,” said Steve Lazuka, President and CEO of InfoSearch Media. “More and more advertisers are discovering that high quality content is the only legitimate solution for generating targeted search engine traffic to their site. Not only does good content serve to educate and motivate search engine users, it also acts as a filter, separating those who are only interested in information from those actually interested in making a purchase.”

Servicing more than 3,000 clients, from Fortune 500 companies to small businesses, InfoSearch Media pioneered the concept of “Search Engine Media”. The company plans to continue its long-standing focus on developing high-quality content, both on its own informational network, as well as for its long list of prestigious clients.

“Over the past few years, the Search Engine Marketing industry has seen business models come and go,” explains Lazuka. “We believe our solution represents the best that this industry has to offer, connecting those searching for products and services with those selling them -- while at the same time providing useful, educational information to search engine users.”

Among its new divisions, TrafficLogic delivers the highest-quality organic search traffic available; ContentLogic offers branded, original content delivered in your siteÂ’s look and feel; TopicLogic allows business owners the unique opportunity to own their own traffic source or lead generation system; while ConversionLogic provides professional click-to-sale tracking at an affordable price.

About InfoSearchMedia

Headquartered in Los Angeles, CA, InfoSearch Media began as online advertising firm Traffic Logic, Inc. founded by Steve Lazuka in March, 2002. Offering exclusive search engine placement through carefully-crafted content, Traffic Logic became an industry pioneer, garnering conversion rates at an unprecedented two to three times higher than market competitors.

ArticleInsider (http://www. articleinsider. com (http://www. articleinsider. com)), the companyÂ’s informational destination property, has generated significant online buzz this year by housing thousands of in-depth articles written by professionals on topics ranging from automotive repair to wedding etiquette. Hundreds of experts from across the globe currently contribute to the ArticleInsider network in an effort to provide relevant answers to online users queries and needs.

All four new services can be accessed at http://www. infosearchmedia. com (http://www. infosearchmedia. com).

Contact Information:

Steve Lazuka

Chief Executive Officer

Phone: 440-285-3773

E-mail: steve@trafficlogic. com

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Maryland Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and EZ Certify. com, LLC Hosting 2004-2005 Business Coaching Seminar Series for Presidents

Maryland Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and EZ Certify. com, LLC Hosting 2004-2005 Business Coaching Seminar Series for Presidents

"Succeeding with 8(a) and Federal Procurement", with EZ Certify President Dick Otero - First Seminar: "Dispelling the Myth and Fears of Federal Procurement and the 8(a) Program", presented on Friday, November 12, 2004, at the Sheraton College Park, Calverton, Maryland.

(PRWEB) November 3, 2004

The Maryland Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (MDHCC) has aligned with Small Business Certification experts from EZ Certify. com, LLC (www. ezcertify. com ) for a series of Breakfast Coaching Seminars. The seminars will be presented by the MDHCC as an educational and business development support benefit to its membership, and are open to all small business owners who are eligible for 8(a) and other SBA programs.. The seminars are intended to provide Hispanic, other minority, and woman-owned small businesses that desire to conduct business with the Federal government with the management, marketing, selling, financial, project management, and procurement skills to effectively acquire, execute and derive benefits from participating in the largest marketplace in the world, the U. S. Federal Procurement Marketplace.

The seminars are also designed to demonstrate to the current and prospective membership that the MDHCC is taking a lead role in their development, education, and business support. In teaming with EZ Certify, the seminars are intended to reach beyond the Hispanic community to all minorities, women and small business owners in the DC Metro areas, who have an active interest in learning the "secrets of success" that those currently in the SBA 8(a) program, as well as the corporations who have successfully graduated from the 8(a) programs have learned from doing business with the US Government.

"We know that there are many small business owners out there who have wanted to work with the Federal Government, but do not have the right information to go about how to get started in this field," EZ Certify's Dick Otero explained. ”This is one of the main reasons that we feel the need to do these seminars. I must receive between ten and fifteen inquiries of this type daily, if not more, from business owners from the greater Washington-Baltimore area asking questions such as, "I am an accountant, and I want to work with government contracts. How do I do this?", or "I am a Hispanic female starting my own company? I want to start a solid company and I want it to last, but how do I secure long-term contracts?" Also, we get questions like this "How can a small business like my own 'compete' with a large corporation, and how do I team up with a larger business?" These questions, and questions about financing, investments, and networking are among the topics that the Breakfast Seminar Series will be targeting.

"The seminars are meant for those businesses who want to become successful federal government contractors, whether 8(a) certified or not." Otero said. "We are looking for a few good business owners who want to follow in the footsteps of those who have gone before them, by following a “tried and true” formula that will guarantee to enhance their business success if they follow this method."

First Session 1: "Dispel the Myths and Lose the Fear" of Successfully

Participating in Federal Procurements

8:am - The Science of Networking (breakfast)

9:00am - Dispelling the Myth and Fears of Federal Procurement and the 8(a) Program (seminar)

Noon - networking continues

The seminar series will kickoff on Friday, November 12th, 2004, and will be a series of twelve seminars in all. They will be held every month. Some of the topics for the the first seminar in the series will include:

The 8(a) Program– What is it anyway? 8(a) Participants – A National and Maryland Profile of the Companies The Real Benefits of Being Certified, 8(a) an underutilized tool for growth and success Dispelling the Myths that have Scared Away so Many-- The 8(a) Application – Cautions and Tips to Successfully Complete all of the Pieces Why so Few Apply: What About You? The 8(a) Certified Company Success Stories How do I Get Certified? Questions and Answers (until your are satisfied that YOU CAN or CAN’T be certified).

The first seminar will be on Friday, November 12, 2004. It will be held at the Sheraton College Park, 4095 Powder Mill Road Beltsville, MD 20705 one mile from Interstate 95 on exit 29B – Calverton, Maryland. The cost for MHDCC members is $50. For non-members the price will be $75. Attendance includes Country Kitchen Breakfast Buffet. For Registration, Sponsorship, Membership, and Information, contact the Maryland Hispanic Chamber of Commerce at 410-558-3515, 1-866-787-3727, or 1-800-730-1303. Attendees may also securely register online at www. mhdcc. net.

For more about EZ Certify and 8(a) Certification and small business programs, please log onto www. ezcertify. com. If you are with the media and you are interested in interviewing Dick Otero, please contact Abbe Buck at HighViz Consulting Group at 1-800-380-2825.

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New Survey Finds Link Between Age and Attitudes Toward Beauty

New Survey Finds Link Between Age and Attitudes Toward Beauty

A new survey from beautyforlife. com is illustrating the evolution of standards used to define beauty in each decade of life. The findings, confirmed by noted New Jersey plastic surgeon Robert Zubowski, demonstrate a consistent concern for facial beauty among men and women of all ages, but an evolving appreciation for different aspects of physical beauty in others.

Paramus, NJ (PRWEB) October 5, 2009

NewJersey plastic surgeon, Dr. Robert Zubowski, (http://www. drzubowski. com/pages/about-the-doctor) confirmed findings of a recent consumer survey conducted by The American Society of Plastic Surgeons (http://www. plasticsurgery. org/), (ASPS) and The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surger (http://www. surgery. org/) y, (ASAPS) that prospective cosmetic surgery patients are most concerned about different parts of their body at different stages of their lives.

The survey, conducted on thebeautyforlife. com (http://beautyforlife. com/) website (a joint venture of ASPS and ASAPS), found that from their 20s through their 40s respondents said a "fit and well proportioned body" was the most appealing physical aspect of the body. That shifted to "youthful skin" as the top answer for respondents in their 50s and 60s. Asked which part of the body they were most concerned about, the face was the most popular choice for respondents of all age groups, except those in their 30s - who ranked their abdomen and hips as their number one concern.

"As most people go through different stages of their lives, their bodies will change," says Bergen County plastic surgeon Dr. Robert Zubowski. "The goal, however, is to listen carefully to each person and find out specifically what it will take to make them happier in their skin."

About Dr. Robert Zubowski, Real Housewives of New Jersey Plastic Surgeon (http://www. drzubowski. com/blog/2009/06/04/dr-zubowski-on-the-the-real-housewives-of-new-jersey-3428)

Dr. Robert Zubowski is a renowned New Jersey plastic surgeon who has been addressing the cosmetic and reconstructive needs of plastic surgery patients for more than 20 years. The Robert Zubowski, M. D. Center for Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, located in Paramus, New Jersey, offers extensive cosmetic surgery and non-surgical rejuvenation treatments, including liposuction surgery, facelift surgery, and a long list of skin care services designed to help patients of all ages retain youthful, glowing skin.

Dr. Zubowski completed his general surgery residency at New York Medical College and an additional residency at the prestigious Cleveland Clinic Foundation, He has served as an associate professor of Plastic Surgery at New York Medical College and as the plastic surgery specialty director of the Cleveland Clinic Foundation Alumni Association, where he is also an adjunct staff member. He is a former associate director of plastic surgery at Ridgewood's The Valley Hospital and holds a Certificate of Advanced Education in Cosmetic Surgery from the American Board of Plastic Surgery.

Dr. Zubowski is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the American Society for Plastic Surgery, the American Medical Association, and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He has appeared as an expert on numerous news and talk shows including The View and Fox News, and was recently featured as the New Jersey breast augmentation surgeon in a segment of The Real Housewives of New Jersey. He was also was voted Bergen County's number one plastic surgeon by the Bergen Record.

To learn more about the plastic surgery and breast augmentation procedures available at Dr. Zubowski's New Jersey cosmetic surgery practice, contact Anne Carbone at the Robert Zubowski, M. D. Center for Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (http://www. drzubowski. com/), 201-261-7550.

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