Mark Your Calendar: American Public University and American Military University Announce Bachelor of Science Degree Program in Nursing

Mark Your Calendar: American Public University and American Military University Announce Bachelor of Science Degree Program in Nursing

American Public University (APU) and American Military University (AMU), member institutions of the American Public University System, will begin enrolling students as of September 1, 2010, in a new Bachelor of Science degree program in Nursing, with classes scheduled to begin in January 2011.

Charles Town, WV (Vocus) July 26, 2010

American Public University (http://www. apu. apus. edu/) (APU) and American Military University (http://www. amu. apus. edu/) (AMU), member institutions of the American Public University System, will begin enrolling students as of September 1, 2010, in a new Bachelor of Science degree program in Nursing, with classes scheduled to begin in January 2011.

Designed to meet the professional development needs of nurses who hold an associate degree in nursing and an active Registered Nurse license, the program focuses on three primary nursing roles – practitioner, scientist and leader. The 10 core courses will include Science of Evidence-Based Practice; Scholarship and Trends in Healthcare; and Community Health, among others.

For further information, contact Elaine Keavney, RN, MSN, Program Director, RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program, at ekeavney(at)apus(dot)edu, or call APU and AMU Admissions at 877-777-9081.

About American Public University System

American Public University System, winner of the Sloan Consortium’s 2009 Ralph E. Gomory Award for Quality  Online Education and two-time recipient of Sloan’s Effective Practices Award, offers more than 100 online certificate and degree programs through its American Public University and American Military University institutions. APUS’s relevant curriculum, affordability and flexibility help more than 70,000 working  adults worldwide pursue degrees in subjects ranging from homeland security to management and liberal arts. For more information, visit http://www. apus. edu (http://www. apus. edu).

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Hodo Soy Beanery Demystifies Tofu with Public Tastings and Tours

Hodo Soy Beanery Demystifies Tofu with Public Tastings and Tours

Hodo Soy Beanery, the Bay Area's leading artisan tofu maker, now offers public tastings and tours where visitors can learn about the art and science of this ancient food and see how soy milk, tofu and yuba is made.

Oakland, CA (PRWEB) May 12, 2010

Since Hodo Soy Beanery started offering public tours and tastings in December 2009, hundreds of tofu aficionados and skeptics have visited the Beanery in Oakland, California where they get to taste a variety of dishes made from Hodo’s fresh-from-the-press soymilk, tofu and yuba (tofu skin). They also learn more about this ancient food and see how it is made in real time during production.

Now, culinary travelers will no longer need a passport and airfare to Kyoto’s famed tofu shops in order to see the creation of yuba, the Japanese name for the delicate skin that forms on the surface of gently heated soy milk. Hodo Soy Beanery is the only place in the US where visitors can see the labor-intensive production of this delicacy, what Hodo founder and tofu master Minh Tsai calls “the sashimi of tofu.” 

Hodo Soy Beanery’s one hour “Introduction to Tofu” is $10 per ticket and takes place twice a month on Wednesdays at 12:30pm at Hodo Soy Beanery’s light-filled, state-of-the-art production facility located at 2923 Adeline Street. Each session starts with a friendly welcome by one of Hodo’s tofu makers, a cup of warm, freshly pressed soy milk and a tasting of a variety of Hodo’s signature tofu and yuba dishes followed by a short, educational video narrated by Minh Tsai and finally a viewing of the production floor to see soy milk, tofu and yuba being made. Hodo’s fresh products, grab-and-go dishes, tee shirts, reusable market bags and conductor’s caps are available for sale in its factory shop. Space is limited. For more information and to purchase tickets, go to: http://www. hodosoy. com (http://www. hodosoy. com). School and community groups may call (510) 464-2977. 

About Hodo Soy Beanery
Hodo Soy Beanery is an organic bean-to-block tofu and yuba manufacturer in West Oakland. Its delicious products are made fresh daily with whole organic soybeans sourced from a farmer’s cooperative in the Midwest. Hodo (pronounced hoe-doe) translates as “good bean” in Chinese and is the guiding principle of Hodo Soy Beanery. Hodo Soy Beanery’s “Good Bean” philosophy starts with the belief that soybeans are a good food and extends to the way Hodo runs it business: selecting the best soybeans, its innovative production process, and the way it treats its employees, customers, suppliers and neighbors. As Tofu Ambassadors, Hodo Soy Beanery seeks to make tofu cool by reversing the outdated image of tofu as bland, rubbery, and eaten only because it is good for you.

Hodo Soy products and grab-and-go dishes are available at their Bay Area farmers’ market booths and a growing number of grocers including Berkeley Bowl, Cal-Mart, Diablo Foods, New Leaf Markets, Rainbow Grocery, and Whole Foods Markets. For more information, please visit http://www. hodosoy. com (http://www. hodosoy. com). 

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International Coach Federation Awards Denver ‘Best Chapter’ Award

International Coach Federation Awards Denver ‘Best Chapter’ Award

The Denver Coach Federation was awarded the “Best Chapter” award by the International Coach Federation at its 2004 International Annual Conference held this November in Quebec City, Canada.

Washington, DC (PRWEB) December 4, 2004 -

The Denver Coach Federation was awarded the “Best Chapter” award by the International Coach Federation at its 2004 International Annual Conference held this November in Quebec City, Canada. Ira Dressner, Ph. D. and ICF Chapter Outreach Coordinator announced the award and stated that of the 133 chapter presidents that voted, first prize went to Denver almost unanimously, with second place going to the Calgary, Canada chapter, and a third place tie between Brisbane, Australia; Chicago; and Singapore.

"On behalf of ICF leadership team, it gives us great pleasure to recognize the incredible achievements of the Denver Coach Federation.” Said Daniel Martinage, CAE ICF Executive Director. “Coaching is experiencing explosive growth around the world. To have our Denver coaches shine so brightly is quite an accomplishment. We're anticipating even greater achievements from them in the years ahead."

“We are extremely proud to be honored by ICF with this prestigious award.” said Cindy Rold, DCF President. “Our coach members deserve to be recognized for their hard work in building a leading coaching organization.”

Contributing factors to receiving the award were:

DCF members worked with other Colorado coaching chapters to create the Colorado Coalition of Coaches to lobby the Colorado General Assembly so that coaches would no longer be required to register as unlicensed therapists. The DCF hosted a Denver Business Coaching Conference that attracted over 100 attendees. DCF members staffed coach lines for Channel 9 News and Wb2 News to respond to phone calls from TV viewing audience. The DCF provided pro bono coaching to Denver non-profit organizations. DCF members helped run the 2003 ICF International Annual Conference that took place in Denver, bringing more than 1,300 coaches from around the world to downtown Denver. DCF Coaches provided educational seminars and complimentary coaching at several local job and small business development fairs.

About the International Coach Federation:

Founded in 1992 and headquartered in Washington D. C., the ICF's mission is to build, support, and preserve the integrity of the coaching profession throughout the globe. ICF membership has grown to more than 7,600 members and 132 chapters in 29 countries.

About the Denver Coach Federation:

The DCF is a professional organization of personal and business coaches in the Denver area that educate the public about coaching, foster growth and outreach into the Denver community, and strengthen coach leadership and sustainability. The DCF adheres to the ethical guidelines and standards of the International Coach Federation. The DCF, which has 120 members, offers a free Find a Coach service via its website (www. denvercoach. com.)

ICF Contact:

Daniel Martinage, CAE ICF Executive Director

Phone: (202) 712-9039

Email: press@coachfederation. org

DCF Contact:

Christie Cestero, DCF PR Director

Phone: (303) 744-8522

Email: christie@coachingquest. com

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Everlast Coatings, Inc. Announces Appointments of Christopher J. Siemer as Technical Director/Plant Manager and Christopher D. Willey as Director of Sales/Marketing

Everlast Coatings, Inc. Announces Appointments of Christopher J. Siemer as Technical Director/Plant Manager and Christopher D. Willey as Director of Sales/Marketing

Everlast Coatings, Inc. announced the additions to Company Staff of both Chris Siemer and Chris Willey; both will serve in newly-created Staff Positions.

Camden, New Jersey (PRWEB) December 1, 2005

Everlast Coatings Inc. announced the additions to Company Staff of both Chris Siemer and Chris Willey; both will serve in newly-created Staff Positions.

“We are delighted to announce these staff appointments, and excited about the changes in technologies and marketing efforts that will continue to fuel Everlast’s momentum into new, high technology surface finishing,” stated Everlast Vice President/Operations, Sarina DiBianca. “These staff changes support and reflect Everlast Coatings’ interest in, and commitment to, the environmentally responsible future of coatings and surface finishing technology.”

Christopher J. Siemer brings broad educational and practical expertise to Everlast. A graduate of Wichita State University with both Bachelor and Master’s Degrees in Chemistry, Mr. Siemer is continuing his formal education at Princeton University, where he is pursuing a Master’s Degree in Chemical Engineering. Published in scientific journals including “Polyhedron”, “Inorganic Chemistry”, and “Synthetic Metals”, Chris also has direct plating and coatings experience at Kansas Plating, Inc. where he served in various management and technical capacities.

Mr. Siemer comments, “I am thrilled to join the Everlast Coatings team, and am confident that I will be able to assist in the Company’s development. I’m additionally pleased to make use of my knowledge of chemistry and engineering as it relates to the plating industry in a practical manner, such as the addition to our product line of metallic coatings on plastics.”

Christopher D. Willey also has both educational and direct experience which will assist him with the responsibilities of his new Position. A graduate of both Gloucester County College and Monmouth University, Chris holds Associate of Science and Bachelor of Science degrees in Business Administration and Marketing.

States Mr. Willey, “This Company has a long, proud heritage generally associated with the electroplating of rolls used in the paper and plastics industries. Although our dedication to our traditional product lines remains firm, the company intends to develop growth by serving industries requiring new technologies including cellular, microwave and ultrasonic sound coatings applications.”

About Everlast Coatings

Everlast Coatings, Inc. develops and provides coatings designed to reduce abrasion, improve corrosion resistance, or enhance/eliminate the conductive characteristics of metals used in paper equipment, power transmission, and cellular microwave filters, connectors and enclosures. Globally-recognized products include engineered corrugator roll coatings “NUchrome®” and “NUchrome2®”, as well as doctor and metering blade coatings “WearEX®” and “WearEX+®”.

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Artist Lore in Human Rights Art Show

Artist Lore in Human Rights Art Show

The work of the artist Lore Eckelberry is going to be featured in an art show dedicated to human rights.

Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) October 23, 2007

Lore's artwork entitled "The Painter" has been selected to be part of the Artists for Human Rights fine art show opening at the James Gray Gallery at Bergamot Station in Santa Monica. The show runs from November 14th through the 24th with an opening reception from 6-9pm on November 17th hosted by Academy Award nominated actress Anne Archer. To view more of Lore's work, visit her website at: www. loreeckelberry. com

Lore's piece will be featured alongside paintings, sculptures, and multimedia presentations by thirty-two international artists each reflecting some aspect of the thirty points of the United Nation's Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Film-maker Taron Lexton presents a series of 30 public service announcements on the Universal Declaration of Human Rights "intended to give the viewer an intense aesthetic and emotional education on the subject."

Lore said: "In this painting I wanted to convey that artists have often not been allowed to express their own view or perception of the universe. You might see the grass red, yellow, and blue but in 'reality' it may be green and you may be squashed for not portraying the actuality of the object and be forced to follow the path that is expected of you because it is generally followed. You have to be very strong to be able to hold your position so that you do not compromise your freedom of expression.

To the degree that artists stick to their own viewpoint, they create a different world and therefore help the expansion of freedom, and as a result there will be a new and better civilization."

Artists for Human Rights (www. artistsforhumanrights. org) was founded by the celebrated actress and human rights advocate, Anne Archer, with the purpose of bringing artists together with the common cause of raised awareness and education of human rights. Participation is broad-based, embracive of all races, creeds and nationalities with its only prerequisite a support and affirmation of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, adopted by the United Nations in 1948.

The group, founded in 2006, has a rapidly growing international membership base. Human Rights Action Center founder, Jack Healey, has recently joined the Advisory Board. Called "Mr. Human Rights" by US News and World Report, he was the Executive Director of Amnesty International for twelve years and is a human rights policy advisor to the U. S. government.

"For the James Gray show we have brought together a wonderful, eclectic group of stimulating artists presenting the subject of human rights," notes AFHR curator Ron Anderson. "It promises to be even more exciting than our 2006 show in Soho. Selected art from this show will be traveling to Biennale 2007, the international contemporary art show in Florence, Italy, which has invited Ms. Archer to speak and has dedicated space to show Artists for Human Rights artwork."

About Lore Eckelberry:
Lore Eckelberry is a contemporary artist located in Los Angeles, California. Lore uses several media to express her viewpoint of life. Her work is featured in several private collections throughout Southern California, Florida, Germany, Hawaii, Canada, and Mexico. To view more of her work, visit her website at: www. loreeckelberry. com

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MIT Students Drive Across One-Fourth of the World for Charity

MIT Students Drive Across One-Fourth of the World for Charity

Four MIT students plan to drive 8,000 miles across Europe and Asia in order to raise money for charity.

Cambridge, MA (PRWEB) April 1, 2006

This summer, four MIT students are dropping their books and gearing up for epic adventure. Rather than taking researching at MIT or vacationing in the Caribbean, they will spend their summers as students of the world, trekking across a quarter of the earth’s surface, from London to Ulaan Baatar, Mongolia, to raise money for charity.

The two MIT cars will be joining over eighty vehicles from around the world for the annual Mongol Rally (www. mongolrally. com) in mid-July. The rally supports several charities including Mercy Corps ( www. mercycorps. org ), who strive to alleviate poverty through sustainable means and Send a Cow ( www. sendacow. org. uk ), which provides veterinary services and livestock to poor farmers in Africa and Asia. All of the Mongol Rally charities focus on development that is sustainable—for these organizations charitable donations aren’t just a gift, but a means for the poor to be “agents of their own transformation.”

Nadeem Mazen, a Mechanical Engineering senior, commented, “MIT has taken strides in recent years to expose students to engineering international development through both traditional and non-traditional methods. It’s clear to me that, given the privileges of resources and education, we have to give back to the world and make change. This trip will give us the chance to venture out and see a broad cross-section of the world’s peoples and to assess possible applications of low-cost technologies. Meanwhile, we’ll also be raising funds for the organizations that are already knee-deep in development work and need our support.”

As if 8,000 miles over Europe and Asia wasn’t enough, the Mongol Rally rules require cars to have 1.0 liter engines or weaker. Why? Contest organizers are adamant that the task be difficult, require true adventure, necessitate interactions with local communities, and perhaps even involve horseback riding when all else fails and the end is in sight. Basier Aziz, an Electrical Engineering senior said, “It’s a true challenge. A well-rounded challenge. The rally is going to require planning, teamwork, and flexibility—and the thing is set up so that we’re going to face some hurdles. I think we’ve all been hungering for a project like this one. The whole thing is just a huge question mark.”

The team has already accumulated some filming experience during student projects and international travel and the group plans to post photo and video reviews of their trek as regularly during the journey as they can find internet access. “I think you have to see Nadeem’s video camera to realize what kind of footage we’re expecting to take. The National Geographic people are quaking in their boots,” boasted Javad Golji, senior in Brain and Cognitive Sciences. Fareed Ahmed, sophomore in Aeronautics and Astronautics and the group’s business manager adds, “And we can’t forget that this is for charity. We’re always looking for sponsors and we want to feature sponsors in our video production—so it’s a really good chance for companies to get behind a beautiful project and get some good press in the process. And individuals should get behind this too—even a couple dollars through Paypal will really make a difference to the charities we’re supporting”

If you’re considering donation or sponsorship, or if you’re just interested in the details of the trek, you can visit www. thetechnomads. com or contact the adventurers personally at the e-mail address below.

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PGA Hosts Fine Scotch Tasting in Oldest City

PGA Hosts Fine Scotch Tasting in Oldest City

The First Tee - A PGA Charitable Organization along with the Commissioner of Golf in conjunction with The Golf Channel to arrange for The First Annual “First Tee Scotch Experience” Charity Event, March 21, 2006, featuring Scotch Specialist Signatory, with Single Malt Scotch offerings from all parts of Scotland including rare offerings such as: 1994 Edradour, 1992 Highland Park, 1991 Rosebank, 1990 MacCallan, 1989 Glen Rothes, 1989 Caol Ila.

St. Augustine, FL (PRWEB) March 12, 2006

March in the Jacksonville area signifies one thing…The PGA Golf Tournament, but golfers have other interests as well, including the education about and consumption of the finest scotches in the World.

This has prompted The First Tee - A PGA Charitable Organization along with the Commissioner of Golf in conjunction with The Golf Channel to arrange for The First Annual “First Tee Scotch Experience” Charity Event, March 21, 2006, featuring Scotch Specialist Signatory, with Single Malt Scotch offerings from all parts of Scotland including rare offerings such as: 1994 Edradour, 1992 Highland Park, 1991 Rosebank, 1990 MacCallan, 1989 Glen Rothes, 1989 Caol Ila.

The event is slated in the oldest city in North America, at the Historic Casa Monica Hotel in downtown St. Augustine Florida. PGA and LPGA Golf greats, NFL players, television and film celebrities and Scotch connoisseurs will all gather for a rare example of fine single malt, single cask scotch offerings. This is a unique opportunity to enjoy the history and unique insight of the distilling of Scotch along with tasting notes for each of these fine offerings from renowned Scottish Scholar Byron Cassell.

Attendance is limited to two hundred, and tickets are first come, first served. Other sponsors of the event include SanMar Art Publishing, who will be featuring Golf and Scottish related art at the event.

Internationally recognized artist McKenzie has created a special painting called "It's Never Too Early To Learn" in honor of the PGA’s work with mentoring children. Commemorative limited edition posters of this painting will be available for sale at the event. The Liquor Group is presenting each of these fine Scotches from their portfolio of more than 250 Single Malt Scotch Distillery offerings, including specialty scotches from all major distilleries in Scotland.

For more information contact 904-824-9310

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McAlister's Deli Raises $125,000 To Help Fight Childhood Hunger

McAlister's Deli Raises $125,000 To Help Fight Childhood Hunger

McAlister's Deli raised $125,000 to help in the fight against childhood hunger in America by participating in Share Our Strength's Great American Dine Out.

Ridgeland, MS. (Vocus) October 27, 2009

McAlister's Deli raised $125,000 to help in the fight against childhood hunger in America by participating in Share Our Strength's Great American Dine Out. The restaurants offered special coupons in exchange for a five dollar donation. On the card, guests received five free cookie coupons as well as a five dollar gift to be used towards their next order at McAlister's.

In addition to this effort, McAlister's also sold "Tea Freak" t-shirts in conjunction with their Free Tea Day promotion. As guests showed off their love for McAlister's signature item, they also contributed to Share Our Strength with all profits going to the organization.

"McAlister's is honored to be a part of this year's event and excited to have exceeded our contribution from last year by 400 percent, " said Annica Kreider, Vice President of Marketing at McAlister's Corporation. "This program offers us a unique opportunity to not only raise funds for a great cause, but to also reward our guests for joining us in the fight to end childhood hunger. For a five dollar donation to Share Our Strength, guests can receive over 10 dollars in savings. It's a great way to bring our community together and to give back to our loyal customers."

Each year, more than 12 million children in America (one of every six) worry about when their next meal will come. Share Our Strength is the leading organization working to end childhood hunger in America.

"This year, we're extremely grateful for the overwhelming support we received for the Great American Dine Out--especially during these difficult economic times when companies, restaurants and individuals have had to make significant cutbacks to make ends meet," said Debbie Shore, Co-Founder of Share Our Strength.

About McAlister's Deli
McAlister's Corporation, headquartered in Ridgeland, Miss., is a quick-casual restaurant featuring efficient counter ordering, attentive table service, over 100 different high-quality, deli-style foods and great value. Currently, McAlister's Deli has over 290 restaurants operating in 23 states. Recently, McAlister's Deli was listed by Parents Magazine as a Top 10 Best Family Restaurant and also received the Cornerstone Humanitarian Award for the state of Mississippi by the National Restaurant Association.

As soon as you enter McAlister's Deli, you'll be greeted by our massive menu filled with over 100 different items; sandwiches, spuds, salads, soups and sweets. You can feel free to be as choosy as you want - everything at McAlister's is made exactly the way you like it. Just don't forget to add a tall glass of McAlister's Famous Sweet Tea™ to your order. And if you don't have time to come in and eat, McAlister's makes it easy to call in orders to go. We also cater every type of occasion from office meetings to family reunions and more.

About Share our Strength
Share Our Strength® is the leading national organization working to make sure no kid in America grows up hungry. The organization weaves together a net of community groups, activists and food programs to catch children at risk of hunger and ensure they have nutritious food where they live, learn and play. They work with the culinary industry to create engaging, pioneering programs like Share Our Strength's Taste of the Nation®, the nation's premier culinary benefit; Share Our Strength's Great American Bake Sale®, a national grassroots effort; Share Our Strength's A Tasteful Pursuit®, a touring dinner series; Share Our Strength's Great American Dine Out ®, a week-long program involving thousands of restaurants nationwide; and Share Our Strength's Operation Frontline®, a cooking-based nutrition education program. Visit Strength. org.

For more information, please contact:
Rebecca Day Kimberling, Corporate Communications
McAlister's Corporation
601.572.2673

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Red Ventures Acquires Modern Consumer

Red Ventures Acquires Modern Consumer

High-growth customer acquisition marketer acquires leading provider of consumer auto finance leads

Charlotte, N. C. (PRWEB) June 23, 2008

Red Ventures (http://www. redventures. com), a leader in high-tech, online customer acquisition marketing for verticals including home services, consumer products, education, home improvement and small business services, announced today that it has acquired New York, N. Y.-based Modern Consumer (http://www. modernconsumer. com). Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

Modern Consumer operates an extensive lead generation and distribution network serving the automotive finance industry. The network is a leading source of consumer finance applications for U. S. auto dealerships and lending institutions.

Red Ventures blends online prospecting with consultative phone sales, converting leads into new customers for well-known brands in a range of verticals. Each day, the company generates more than 1 million marketing impressions and talks to nearly 15,000 customers. The business model is scalable, and Red Ventures is growing rapidly as a result -- it was ranked fourth on the 2007 Inc. 500 (http://www. redventures. com/inc500news. html) list of fastest-growing private companies and has had revenue growth of nearly 6000% over the past three years.

"This solidifies our position as an online marketing powerhouse," said Red Ventures co-founder and CMO (Chief Marketing Officer) Dan Feldstein. "Modern Consumer's expertise in online lead generation combined with our broad channel mix, sales engine and advanced analytics provides unlimited fuel for expansion into new product and service categories."

"The acquisition will supercharge both businesses," said Red Ventures co-founder and CEO Ric Elias (http://www. redventures. com/management_team. html). "Together, we can generate more online leads more efficiently, and ultimately make them more valuable to the companies we partner with. The Modern Consumer model will evolve from delivering leads to delivering customers."

Modern Consumer will operate as a division of Red Ventures, run by the current management team in its SoHo offices in downtown Manhattan.

"We are excited to continue growing our online lead generation business as part of Red Ventures," said Modern Consumer Managing Director Michael Fishman. "Our companies share similar values, and both are lean, agile, entrepreneurial and data-driven. With the additional resources of Red Ventures, we can even more rapidly achieve our growth goals."

Morgan Joseph served as exclusive financial advisor to Modern Consumer in connection with this transaction. Kramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel LLP served as legal advisor to Modern Consumer, and Womble Carlyle Sandridge & Rice served as legal advisor to Red Ventures in connection with this transaction.

About Red Ventures
Red Ventures is an Internet marketing company that develops and manages large-scale, multi-channel customer acquisition programs for leading brands in the U. S., Canada and Puerto Rico. The company generates new customers through proprietary marketing channels, exclusive partnerships, and an innovative process that optimizes lead-to-sale conversion and channel mix. Over 450 employees serve partner companies in a range of verticals, including home services, consumer products, education, home improvement and small business services. Founded in 2000 by Ric Elias and Dan Feldstein, Red Ventures was ranked fourth on the 2007 Inc. 500 list of fastest-growing private companies. The company is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina. For career inquiries, visit www. redventures. com/careers (http://www. redventures. com/careers).

About Modern Consumer
Modern Consumer, based in New York, N. Y., was founded in 2002 by Michael Fishman, Michael Jacobson, Steven Leavy, and Josh Reznick, four seasoned veterans of the online marketing industry. With extensive experience developing online marketing campaigns and providing technology solutions for some of the largest online marketers, Modern Consumer has quickly become a clear leader in the online auto finance industry.

Press Contact:
Mark Brodsky
704.971.2339
Mbrodsky@redventures. com

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Join Us in Toasting the Release of OregonWines. com!

Join Us in Toasting the Release of OregonWines. com!

A new Web site focused exclusively on Oregon wines, wineries, and events, OregonWines. com aims to connect wine consumers directly with the winemakers behind these fine Oregon products.

(PRWEB) November 2, 2002

Join us in toasting the release of OregonWines. com!

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OregonWines. com is the singular source of information about Oregon wines, news, and events. With searchable directories of Oregon wines and wineries, a comprehensive events calendar, and educational articles and reviews, the site's goals are to educate wine enthusiasts about Oregon wines and connect users directly with local wineries to purchase these fine products.

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National Survey: Despite Being Highly Compensated, Consultants are Least Likely to be Trusted by Business-to-Business Decision Makers Early in the Buying Process; Industry Analysts and Peers Most Trusted

National Survey: Despite Being Highly Compensated, Consultants are Least Likely to be Trusted by Business-to-Business Decision Makers Early in the Buying Process; Industry Analysts and Peers Most Trusted

First Annual Prospect Demand Survey of Over 1,000 Worldwide Companies by SiriusDecisions.

Wilton, Conn. (PRWEB) December 6, 2006

Consultants are being paid millions of dollars by business-to-business organizations to co-market with them; is the money worth it? A new national survey from SiriusDecisions, the leading marketing and sales research firm, found that consultants are least likely to be trusted by business-to-business decision makers in the early (education) stages of the buying process and are never as trusted as analysts or peers.

The survey found that sources of marketing information that are trusted the most by b-to-b decision makers include industry analysts (29%) and peers (22%). Only 7% percent listed consultants as their most trusted b-to-b information source regardless of the stage of their buying process.

Consultants tend to be less trusted by b-to-b decision makers in the early (education) stages of buying cycles and more trusted during middle, or solution research and selection phases. By comparison, industry analysts tend to be trusted throughout these cycles.

"As marketers make final tweaks to their 2007 budgets, they need to keep in mind that while b-to-b prospects consistently respond to marketing campaigns from trusted sources, these sources change depending on the stages of their buying process," said Tony Jaros, Vice President of Research for SiriusDecisions.

SiriusDecisions' First Annual "Prospect Demand Survey" surveyed senior b-to-b decision makers in 1,016 worldwide companies, ranging in size from $10 million to $10 billion. The Web-based survey was conducted in late spring 2006.

In the later buying stages, the survey found that content that is created by industry analysts is three times more credible than content from consultants, and nearly twice that of trade publications. The most commonly preferred offer was trials/demos (62% of respondents placed the offer in their top three).

"We believe it's high time that marketers embrace rather than try to ignore the fact it is not about going to the right trade show, creating the best email campaign, or spending a lot of money on sponsored search," said Jaros. "The more work you can do to help a prospect move along their buying cycle, the shorter the corresponding sales cycle will be."

"There is no one marketing tactic, or ultimate source of content for marketing campaigns. Success is in understanding a prospect's buying cycle, and applying tactics and sources appropriately," said Jaros.

According to Jaros, webcasts have the most impact in the early stages of the buying process. "The efficacy of webcasts drops off in latter stages because the content in most b-to-b marketers' online events is education-focused rather than product-specific," said Jaros.

"In all stages of the buying process there is a hunger for do-it-yourself shopping that white papers and trials/demos fulfill," said Jaros.

Buyers are more likely to turn to consultants, once they understand that they need to solve a problem, but aren't sure of all the possible solutions or how to best go about choosing one. During this middle part of the buying process, the survey found that industry analysts were still the most trusted source (19%) with consultants (15%) and search engines (15%) sharing the second position.

Based on the survey's findings, here are specific ways that b-to-b marketers can improve their marketing and sales tactics:

 Understand how customers buy. Work with the sales teams to understand how customers buy. Without an understanding of these processes, marketing cannot consistently facilitate them.  Avoid one-size-fits-all marketing. Tailor offers and co-marketing partners to the realities of the buying cycle rather than what marketing wants them to be.  Use trusted sources, such as industry analysts, from the beginning of the buying cycle. This is much more likely to draw interest and convince prospects not only that a problem exists, but that it is imperative for them to solve it.  Empower customers through tools and collateral. Help prospects make a decision more quickly and effectively by empowering them with tools and collateral. This will give an organization an inside track on competitors.

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All New Certified Pool-Spa Operator® Handbook Introduced The Most Important Recreational Water Manual Written in the Last 10 Years

All New Certified Pool-Spa Operator® Handbook Introduced The Most Important Recreational Water Manual Written in the Last 10 Years

The National Swimming Pool Foundation®(NSPF®) introduced the long-awaited Certified Pool-Spa Operator® Handbook at the Aquatic Health™ Conference, October 3-5, in Atlanta, Georgia. Authored by Ron Ford, veteran CPO® instructor, the new handbook is the fundamental training and reference manual for professionals who help protect those who use aquatic venues, including operators, health officials, service technicians, retailers, property managers, and manufacturers

Colorado Springs, CO (PRWEB) December 12, 2004

The National Swimming Pool Foundation®(NSPF®) introduced the long-awaited Certified Pool-Spa Operator® Handbook at the Aquatic Health™ Conference, October 3-5, in Atlanta, Georgia. Authored by Ron Ford, veteran CPO® instructor, the new handbook is the fundamental training and reference manual for professionals who help protect those who use aquatic venues, including operators, health officials, service technicians, retailers, property managers, and manufacturers.

This handbook emphasizes pool and spa operations and protecting people in and around the water. It brings insight into understanding and preventing drowning, suction entrapment, evisceration, diving accidents, recreational water illness, electrocutions, chemical hazards, and slip and falls. Fresh information related to regulatory agencies and guidelines, disinfection, water balance, water problems, troubleshooting, chemical testing and record keeping, chemical feed and control technology is also included.

New features and information are found throughout the handbook. The most prominent is the extensive use of color to help students and instructors visualize important concepts. “Life is better in color; learning is better in color; color reflects the needs of the student,” says Ford. He adds “For example, students can see in the handbook the color changes in chemical test kits instead of just reading about them.” “Education creates a better future; black and white is the ‘50s’. We are not going back. Our customers deserve better,” added Thomas M. Lachocki, CEO of NSPF. “Ron Ford dedicated almost a year to making the new handbook exciting, relevant and easier for both instructors and students to comprehend,” agreed Bill Kent, President of the NSPF Board of Directors.

The new handbook has other features to help the student find important information:

·Color-coded page edges make it easy to thumb to the right chapter.

·A comprehensive keyword index and table of contents make it easy to find important topics.

·Guides to simplify mathematics and calculations are included.

·A PowerPoint® presentation, available to current CPO® instructors, supplements the imagery in the handbook.

“We are indebted and thankful to Ron Ford and the experts who reviewed and provided input on each chapter. Many organizations graciously donated images to help make this the finest and most up-to-date handbook in the recreational water field,” said Lachocki.

“As the world has evolved, so has technology. As technology evolved, so has the CPO® training program. The new handbook reflects the Foundation’s commitment to industry leadership and continuous improvement,” commented Bill Kent. “The launch of the new CPO® Handbook is the biggest educational advance in the recreational water field in many years. It will touch 20,000 students in the next year,” he added.

CPO Handbooks (without the exam) are available to any individual or company at a cost of $59.95 per book (plus $5 shipping and handling). CPO Handbooks may be ordered by downloading the NSPF Order Form on our web site, www. nspf. org. Payment may be by check, money order, or Visa/MasterCard. If paying by check or money, the order form and payment should be mailed to the NSPF. If paying by Visa/MasterCard, the order may by submitted by telephone or FAX.

The NSPF® CPO® training program is an international training program. It satisfies educational requirement for commercial pool operators in many states and counties. Since 1989, over 150,000 students have been certified by the NSPF®. NSPF® provides advanced education at the Aquatic Health™ Conference and funds research to advance science, to protect people, and encourage better health through aquatics.  

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Roska Direct Tapped to Provide Direct-to-Patient Relationship Marketing for Asacol

Roska Direct Tapped to Provide Direct-to-Patient Relationship Marketing for Asacol

(PRWEB) November 17, 2000

Montgomeryville, PA, November, 2000— Roska Direct (www. roskadirect. com) announced today that they have signed an agreement with Procter & Gamble Pharmaceuticals (www. pgpharma. com) to handle all relationship marketing for Procter & Gamble’s ulcerative colitis drug, Asacol, and the drug’s Web site, www. living-better. com. According to Rae Ann Mang, Asacolâ brand manager, “We are especially impressed by Roska Direct’s innovative creative, strategic thinking and successful track record in DTP marketing over the Internet. We know they are the Agency to develop the direct marketing campaign that Asacol needs to drive compliance and persistency among its users.”

“We are very excited to be working with such a progressive team,” confirmed Roska Direct executive vice president, Jay Bolling. The Agency has been successful in the development of revolutionary interactive marketing campaigns for pharmaceuticals, especially one-to-one relationship marketing. “More than ten years in direct-to-patient relationship marketing and seven years of Web-based marketing have taught us that patients at various stages of a disease must be addressed differently to increase compliance and perseverance with prescribed medications,” explained Bolling. “Our experience has allowed us to develop The Roska Direct Five Key Elements to Successful Relationship Marketing that ensure the proper balance of patient communications and education, provider and family involvement, and incentives to motivate patients to take their medications as advised. Targeted direct marketing for Asacol’s comprehensive and user-friendly Web site, living-better. com, is the best way to pursue and measure the increased persistency of Asacolâ users.”

The World Wide Web is by far the fastest growing medium for DTP relationship marketing. With access to the Web, a brand can start from scratch and target their exact audience without expending their marketing budget on broad-reaching, expensive campaigns. USA Today has reported that in 1998 more than 22 million adults in the United States used and visited an estimated 15,000 health-related Web sites. In addition, Cyber Dialogue has reported that 10 million Americans are using the Internet to find pharmaceutical information. Off-line, these individuals will spend a projected $150 billion for health-related services. According to the same source, it is projected that the number of Internet health consumers will reach close to 90 million by 2005.

About Roska Direct

Roska Direct is a $40 million, full-service direct advertising agency serving national clients in the pharmaceutical, e-commerce, financial services, insurance, technology, and publishing markets since 1981. Roska Direct has applied its proven one-to-one marketing techniques for clients such as Pfizer, Thomas Register, PetFoodDirect. com, and AEGON Insurance. Located in the Philadelphia area, Roska Direct has won most major direct marketing industry awards including the Direct Marketing AssociationÂ’s prestigious Gold Echo. The Direct Marketing Association also ranked Roska Direct among the top 60 direct response agencies in the nation.

About Procter & Gamble Pharmaceuticals

Procter & Gamble Pharmaceuticals is part of Procter & Gamble Health Care, a division of The Procter & Gamble Company — a $40 billion global leader in the development, manufacturing, and marketing of a broad range of consumer goods including over-the-counter medications, oral care products and other health care products. In prescription drugs, Procter & Gamble is focusing on musculoskeletal and cardiovascular health, as well as on anti-infective therapies. Some of Procter & Gamble’s leading prescription products include Actonel (risedronate sodium, tablets), Didronelâ (etidronate disodium), Asacol (mesalamine) and Macrobid (nitrofurantoin monohydrate/macrocrystals).

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McMillan Analysis Corporation Announces "THE STRATEGY ZONE"

McMillan Analysis Corporation Announces "THE STRATEGY ZONE"

McMillan Analysis Corp. Announces “The Strategy Zone” email: info@optionstrategist. comWeb Site: http://www. optionstrategist. com Option data and analysis updated daily on its web site.

(PRWEB) June 19, 2002

McMillan Analysis Corp. Announces “The Strategy Zone”

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Option data and analysis updated daily on its web site.

Morristown, NJ – June 10, 2002 – McMillan Analysis Corp. has launched a new subscription section of its

Web site. The Strategy Zone is chock full of valuable information on listed options. Each section contains

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Conducting their own research. The site contains current market commentary, written by Lawrence G.

McMillan, author of the best-selling book, Options As A Strategic Investment; loads of data and analyses

Concerning option volatilities, “Greeks”, and option strategies; over 200 put-call ratio charts; and a select

Number of volatility charts; all of which are updated daily. Also, The Strategy Zone contains archives of past

Newsletters published by McMillan Analysis Corp., articles on how best to use the data for each strategy on

The site, and access to a sophisticated Probability Calculator. One week free trials to the Strategy Zone are

Available upon request.

There is a large amount of data updated daily, on a number of topics. Strategists who like covered writes,

Straddle buying, and calendar spreads will find a number of reports designed to identify potentially profitable

Trades. Those traders interested in data will find a number of volatility reports useful -- including listings of

Historic and implied volatilities of everything that trades options, as well as volatility skews (useful for

Backspreaders and ratio writers), and extreme volatility readings (useful for volatility traders). Volatility charts

Are posted for a select number of entities, too. In addition, every option on every underlying is analyzed each

Night, and the resulting risk measures (the "Greeks") are posted, using closing prices.

In addition to the data, Lawrence McMillan posts a market commentary daily, as well as an expanded

Weekly commentary.

The archive section of The Strategy Zone is where past issues of our newsletters and market commentary

Updates can be viewed. These are most useful for three purposes 1) to read the educational articles in past

Issues of The Option Strategist, 2) to follow McMillanÂ’s thoughts on past market cycles via the updater and/or

Hotline postings, and 3) to get a feeling for how our subscription newsletters approach option trading.

A most valuable tool, the Probability Calculator, is available to all subscribers. It uses a sophisticated

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Finally, the site contains put-call ratio charts. Nearly 200 charts are posted daily, including both weighted

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In addition to all of the data, each analysis section is accompanied by an article written by Lawrence

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Wisconsin Ad Agency Promotes Kristi Moe to Public Relations Director

Wisconsin Ad Agency Promotes Kristi Moe to Public Relations Director

Glowac+Harris+Madison Enjoying Solid Growth

MADISON, WI (PRWEB) January 3, 2005

Glowac, Harris, Madison, Inc., a full-service advertising, marketing and public relations agency announced today the recent promotion of Kristi Moe to the position of Public Relations Director. Moe will be responsible for creating and implementing all public relations programs and publicity activities for the agency and its clients.

Glowac+Harris recently announced the opening of a Chicago office and promotion of Doug Voegtle to Vice President, Creative Director. Glowac+Harris+Chicago opened to give businesses in the Chicago market a fresh choice and to allow the agency to better serve their current Chicago clientele. The Chicago division has specialized industry focus in the areas of healthcare, real estate development, restaurants, franchise businesses and financial institutions.

“Our recent expansion into the Chicago Market and subsequent two promotions demonstrates the success and growth Glowac+Harris has enjoyed,” stated agency partner and senior vice president, Wayne Harris. “We are excited to develop further success with Kristi Moe managing our agency’s and clients’ PR and Doug Voegtle leading our new Chicago division.”

Abut Glowac+Harris+Madison

Glowac+Harris+Madison offers a complete team of strategic marketing experts who really care about helping clients reach their business goals. Their branding expertise includes: life science, healthcare, financial services and franchise-related marketing. Their portfolio also features many B2B and consumer success stories in education, telecom, retail, hospitality, real estate development, automotive services, government, as well as food & beverage. Together, the agency principles, Wayne Glowac and Wayne Harris, represent 55 years of community service and marketing leadership.

For more insight regarding Glowac+Harris+Madison contact one of our Waynes at (608) 232-9696, or visit www. glowacharris. com.

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Motorcyclist Lives On, Rides On Through Organ Donation

Motorcyclist Lives On, Rides On Through Organ Donation

Lifeline of Ohio, which promotes organ and tissue donation in central and southeastern Ohio, has partnered with the motorcycle enthusiast community to reclaim negative slang phrase "organ donor." With the help of the "Live On. Ride On." campaign, Lifeline of Ohio shares a truly inspirational story about a young motorcycle enthusiast who is one of the few people in the world to receive an organ transplant and be a life-saving organ donor. His story epitomizes this campaign's message; the ability to Live On thanks to an organ transplant and Ride On through the Gift of Life.

Columbus, OH (PRWEB) August 4, 2009

At the age of 11, Michael Corea (http://www. lifelineofohio. org/recipient/stories/story_michaelcorea. aspx) was faced with his own mortality; he was told he would need a liver transplant to survive. Two years later, he received the organ he so desperately needed.

Michael's story
At 11 years old, Michael's rare liver disease put him on the transplant list hoping for a second chance at life. Just two years later, he was hospitalized due to his disease and begged the doctors to let him return home as he waited for his transplant. While his wish was granted, he told his mother that he did not want to come back until he received his transplant. The very same day he retuned home, he received the news he had been waiting for: a liver was available. The transplant was a great success and Michael lived life to the fullest, running track, graduating high school and ultimately attending the only college he would consider - The Ohio State University. He also indulged his adventurous side, saving he wasn't afraid to die, so he wasn't afraid to live. Michael told his mother he planned to go skydiving, cliff jumping and purchase a motorcycle. To Michael, his Suzuki 600 was his freedom. He took training courses and always wore his helmet and once told his family, "When I die, I hope I die on my bike, because I'll die happy."

On June 5, 2006, Michael took his last final exam before graduation. Ecstatic about his accomplishment, he called his mother and said, "I haven't felt this good in a long time." Michael planned to eat some of his mom's meatballs, then go for a ride on his Suzuki. But excitement turned to tragedy that evening. A few hours later, Lynda received another call; this one informed her that Michael had been in an accident. When Lynda and her husband arrived to The Ohio State Medical Center, Michael was on a ventilator and his brain function was deteriorating. His mother knew what the meant and thought back to the day of his transplant when Michael told her, "If I die, you tell them to take anything they want so others can live." Michael accomplished something very rare; he was both a transplant recipient and an organ donor.

Michael's spirit lives on:
Michael's heart, lungs and tissues were donated to save lives and the donation brought joy and peace to his family in the midst of tragedy. The Corea family has corresponded with one of Mike's organ recipients: Barbara, a 64-year-old mother of four and grandmother to 12. She received Michael's lungs after three years of waiting. Barbara told the Corea family that she is able to do things she has never done before. She was always hesitant about her grandson's motorcycle, but one day when her grandson asked if she wanted to go for a ride, she said, "It must have been Michael's spirit which made me say yes." She enjoyed the ride so much, she said she couldn't wait to go again.

Quotes from Lynda Corea
"When he was placed on the transplant list, his whole life changed," said his mother, Lynda. "He made priorities and short-term goals and even wrote out his will twice!" "This was something that was very important to him; we wanted to fulfill his wish to donate." "He was so happy and we support that. He rode as much as he could. It was just an accident and he went the happiest way he could go."

The Michael Allen Corea Scholarship Fund
The family recently established the "Michael Allen Corea Scholarship Fund" (http://tinyurl. com/n27fs2) at The Ohio State University. The scholarship is available to organ transplant recipients or donor family members. The first scholarship will be awarded Fall 2009.

About "Live On. Ride On."
Lifeline of Ohio (http://www. lifelineofohio. org/), the nonprofit organ procurement organization responsible for promoting organ and tissue donation in central and southeastern Ohio, is sharing Michael's story, and others, in an effort to show the public what an organ donor really is: a hero. Because of donation, Michael was able to live on. Because he donated, his spirit can ride on.

"We are aiming to reclaim the negative slang term "organ donor" in the motorcycle industry," said Kent Holloway, CEO of Lifeline of Ohio. "Motorcyclists should be proud to declare themselves organ donors. Our goal is to demonstrate the positive impact they can have by registering in the Ohio Donor Registry and let them know they have the opportunity to live on and ride on by donating life."

Lifeline of Ohio is working to connect with motorcycle enthusiasts, a group known for its philanthropic efforts and sense of community, with their "Live On. Ride On." campaign, launched in May 2009. The group is reaching out to motorcyclists at events, retail locations, rider training programs and through social media. So far, the initiative has been a success, touching hundreds of enthusiasts and registering more than 30 new organ and tissue donors. Motorcycle enthusiasts in central Ohio can also connect with "Live On. Ride On." online, at www. Lifelineofohio. org/LiveOnRideOn (http://www. Lifelineofohio. org/LiveOnRideOn), where they can read stories of motorcyclists who have been touched by donation, see the latest schedule of events, connect through Facebook and Twitter and register to be an organ and tissue donor.

About Lifeline of Ohio
Lifeline of Ohio (LOOP) is an independent, nonprofit organization whose mission is to promote and coordinate the donation of human organs and tissue for transplantation. Lifeline of Ohio is approved by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) of the U. S. Department of Health and Human Services as the designated organ procurement organization (OPO) serving 37 counties in Central and Southeastern Ohio, and Hancock and Wood counties in West Virginia. Lifeline of Ohio provides services to 64 hospitals through its transplant coordinators. LOOP's clinical staff is on call 24 hours a day to coordinate the recovery and transport of tissue and organs for transplant.

Additionally, Lifeline of Ohio offers educational presentations for professional, civic, church and social organizations, as well as elementary through college level school programs. These programs are offered year-round as a community service and are customized to meet the objectives of the particular audience. Printed materials regarding donation, as well as donor registry information, are also available from Lifeline of Ohio by calling 800.525.5667 or visiting the Web site at www. lifelineofohio. org.

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World Piano Competition Gold Medalist to Give Lincoln Center Debut

World Piano Competition Gold Medalist to Give Lincoln Center Debut

Moscow-Born Pianist Ekaterina Mechetina will give her Lincoln Center Debut in Alice Tully Hall on February 5th, 2006 at 8:00PM.

New York, NY (PRWEB) January 28, 2006

The World Piano Competition proudly presents Ms. Ekaterina Mechetina in her Lincoln Center debut. Ms. Mechetina who is currently twenty six years of age was born in Moscow and began playing piano at age four. From 1985 until 1996 she studied at the Central Secondary Specialized Music School at the Moscow State Conservatory. Her principal professors were T. Koloss and V. Ovchinnikov between 1996-2001. Since 2001 Ms. Mechetina has been a post graduate student at the Moscow State Conservatory and continues her studies with Prof. Sergey Dorensky.

Since 1986 Ms. Mechetina has performed solo recitals, chamber, and with symphonies throughout Russia, United States, Mexico, Brazil, Netherlands, Austria, Italy France, Germany, Finland, Poland, and Taiwan. She has made recordings for radio and television in Russia, Italy and Japan. Additionally she has give premieres of Schedrin’s works, including the Piano Concerto No. 6 with the Amsterdam Concertgebouw. She has performed to great acclaim in several festivals including Tours, France, "Classic Open Air" in Berlin, Germany and Milan Italy.

The program Ms. Mechetina will be performing for her Alice Tully Hall, Lincoln Center debut was programmed by her, and will illuminate her exceptional keyboard facility and interpretive skills. The program will be:

Fantasy in C minor, K. 475, Mozart

Nocturne in D-flat, Op. 27 #1, Chopin

Etude in A-flat, Op. 25 #1, Chopin

Etude in F, Op. 10 #8, Chopin

Barcarolle in F-sharp, Chopin

La Valse, Ravel

INTERMISSION

Variation on a Theme by Corelli, Rachmaninoff

Lullaby, Tchaikovsky/ Rachmaninoff

Flight of the Bumble Bee, Rimsky-Korsakov/ Rachmaninoff

Liebesleid, Kreisler/ Rachmaninoff

"Tchastushki"- Concerto for solo piano Schedrin

Currently Ms. Mechetina is touring the United States performing various concerts of solo recitals and also has dates with regional orchestras. On Thursday, February 2nd, 2006 she will perform Edward MacDowell’s Piano Concerto No. 2 with the Boston Landmarks Orchestra under Charles Ansbacher.

About the World Piano Competition:

Founded in 1956 by Gloria Ackerman, The World Piano Competition, has become a major source for the musical education and advancement of young piano talents worldwide. By serving this function it has made Cincinnati an international headquarters for musical excellence and pianistic artistry. Every spring pianists from around the world are evaluated in performance or by a tape audition, and are given written critiques by noted pianists. Invitations are extended to the winners of the evaluation to attend semi-finals and finals in Cincinnati. There, students are judged and attend master classes by world-renowned artists, as members of the Advisory Board donate their time to the education of these talented pianists, ages five to thirty. Winners of the World Piano Competition receive cash scholarship awards or the Grand Prize of a New York debut recital at Alice Tully Hall at Lincoln Center. The finals of The World Piano Competition are broadcast internationally on CNN and nationally on NPR.

Tickets for this performance are available through the Alice Tully Hall Box Office, Broadway at 65th Street, New York NY 10023. Tickets: $20 and $15 at the Box Office. Call 212 875-5050 or call CenterCharge at 212 721-6500.

For additional information, press passes and images of the artist please contact Tony Scafide at Generation Media 631 846-6231 or tony @ generation-media. com

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It's Never Too Early to Take a Step Forward for Mental Health; Sign up for NAMI Walk Today

It's Never Too Early to Take a Step Forward for Mental Health; Sign up for NAMI Walk Today

NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) San Diego is proud to have Channel 10's Geni Cavitt as the Honorary Chair for their 2008 2/5K Walk on April 19 at Balboa Park.

San Diego, California (PRWEB) December 13, 2007

No, it's not 2008 yet, but it's not too early to sign up for the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Walk for the Mind of America taking place on April 19, 2008 at Balboa Park.

The 2007 2/5K NAMI Walk in San Diego was a huge success as hundreds pounded the pavement and thousands of dollars were raised for an often overlooked disease--mental illness. The walk is actually held nationwide to raise money and awareness about our country's need for a world-class treatment and recovery system for people with mental illnesses.

While mental illness is a world-wide concern, locally it is having a large impact as well. To put it in perspective, more than 244,000 people are living with mental illness in San Diego alone. In the state of California, 600,000 children, adults and elderly are in need of mental health services that aren't readily available. In our nation, one in five people will suffer from a serious mental illness in their lifetime.

Your participation in the walk can help the many who are in desperate need of diagnosis and care. NAMI San Diego is our city's own voice on mental illness. Your support of this organization shines a light on the stigma attached to mental illness -- a stigma that comes from fear due to lack of knowledge. NAMI San Diego is at the center of education, support and advocacy regarding these brain disorders.

In 2008, San Diego County NAMI WALK is proud to have Channel 10's Geni Cavitt as the Honorary Chair. Geni does the weather and other special reports on KGTV and is known throughout the city as the one who presents the prestigious Channel 10 Leadership Award.

Walk Manager and Communications Director at NAMI San Diego, Shannon Jaccard--who also received the 10 Leadership Award in September--is excited about the 2008 walk. "The 2008 walk will be another day where concerned San Diegans will come together to care, to share, and to raise awareness about mental illness."

The walk will include music, entertainment, a health/resource fair and a chance to make a difference one step at a time. For more information on how to sign up for the walk and form or join a walk team, go to www. namiwalksandiego. org or call NAMI San Diego at (619) 584-5564.

NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) is a non-profit organization that provides education, support services and advocacy to improve the lives of everyone affected by mental illnesses. Visit www. namisandiego. org or call 619-543-1434 or 1-800-523-5933.

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Taste of Vail Reports Record Charity Proceeds from Wine Auctions

Taste of Vail Reports Record Charity Proceeds from Wine Auctions

Organizers of the 16th annual Taste of Vail announce record proceeds from its wine auctions, raising more than $43,000 for Vail Valley charities.

Vail, CO (PRWEB) April 17, 2006

With flavors and aromas from the nation’s premier wine and culinary festival still swirling, organizers of the 16th annual [ http://www. tasteofvail. com (http://www. tasteofvail. com)] Taste of Vail announce record proceeds from its charity auctions this year.

The festival, held April 5 through 8, grossed more than $43,000 in proceeds from its four live auctions alone. That’s a 62 percent increase over last year, and nearly 50 percent more than the previous high set in 2004.

“Taste of Vail is all about benefiting Vail Valley charities and getting people to reach into their pockets to do so,” says Mickey Werner, Taste of Vail’s auctions chairman and general manager of Alpine Wine & Spirits in West Vail. “I’m thrilled about his year’s results. We raised more money for charity than ever before.”

A charitable, nonprofit organization, Taste of Vail has contributed more than $300,000 to Vail Valley charities over the years. This year’s proceeds will be evenly distributed among the newly created Taste of Vail Educational Scholarship, a joint effort with ProStart and Eagle County; the Vail Valley Youth Foundation’s soccer program; and other local charitable programs that otherwise would not be able to continue without additional funding. Final donation amounts will be announced later this year.

Werner, known as the “wine wizard” in local circles for his 28 years in the wine and spirits business, says wine auctions at Taste of Vail typically have been of the silent variety “with great — but not outstanding — results.” Last year, raising the bar, he tried a live auction, working as auctioneer himself; and this year, reaching higher, Werner decided to bring in a professional auctioneer, Tom DiNardo of the nationally recognized [ www. DiNardoandLordAuctioneers. com] DiNardo & Lord Auctioneers, based in Lynden, Wash.

“I’ve been on a crusade for eight years for a real live auction, with a real auctioneer, to generate the interest Vail Valley charities deserve. Now, I believe this is the right venue, with the right means,” says Werner. “These record proceeds validate our decision to go with live auctions. It’s proven to be the way to raise more money.”

At his first Taste of Vail, DiNardo conducted live auctions at the festival’s three Chefs Showcase Dinners, as well as at the Grand Tasting, Auction & Dance, the festival's annual, decadent, unparalleled tasting and culinary spectacle, held Saturday, April 8, at the Vail Marriott Mountain Resort & Spa. Ticket-holders indulged in three dozen unique culinary offerings from around the Vail Valley, sampled more than 150 different wines from around the world, danced the night away — and bid on a wide selection of wines, culinary and travel auction items donated by various wineries and sponsors.

The top five winning bids for prizes at the Grand Tasting included:

$2,600 — Four VIP passes to the 2007 Hospice du Rhone wine festival in May, donated by [http://www. garretsonwines. com (http://www. garretsonwines. com)] Garretson Wine Company. $2,200 —6-liter etched bottles of both 2002 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon and 2003 Pinot Noir, donated by [http://amicicellars. com (http://amicicellars. com)] Amici Cellars, of Napa Valley, Calif. $2,200 — A signed magnum bottle of 2002 Chardonnay, along with a winery tour, tasting and lunch for four people, donated by [http://www. chalkhill. com (http://www. chalkhill. com)] Chalk Hill Estate, in Sonoma County, Calif. $2,000 — A 6-liter etched bottle of 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon, a winery tour, tasting and lunch for four people, donated by Napa Valley’s [http://www. farniente. com (http://www. farniente. com)] Far Niente Winery. $1,800 — A 5-liter etched bottle of 1999 Pinot Noir Barrel Select, a winery tour, tasting and two nights accommodations, donated by [tannamk@earthlink. net] Van Duzer Vineyards, in Oregon’s Willamette Valley.

DiNardo, who already owned five world records for proceeds generated at charity wine auctions, calls such events “the hottest thing going in the auction business.” Now he’s boosted Taste of Vail’s proceeds to a new record, too, half again more than the previous high in 2004 of $29,000.

“It was a tremendous honor and privilege to play a role in the nation’s premier culinary arts and wine event,” DiNardo says. “Working amid the sheer beauty of Vail and selling rare wines and lifestyle experiences to some of the world’s top bidders — people who truly appreciate the finer things in life — was an amazing experience.”

Susan Fritz, president of the Taste of Vail organization and owner of [http://www. sapphirerestaurant. com (http://www. sapphirerestaurant. com)] Sapphire Restaurant & Oyster Bar, says the record proceeds are “terrific.” Giving credit not only to DiNardo and the more than 150 local volunteers, Taste of Vail also thanks Vail Resorts for donating on-mountain restaurants and facilities, as well as thousands of man-hours by mountain operations and food and beverage employees, she says.

“This festival would never happen without [http://www. snow. com (http://www. snow. com)] Vail Resorts,” Fritz says.

The Taste of Vail was created in 1990 by a group of Vail Valley restaurateurs as a marketing event to showcase the resort’s world-class restaurants. Now the internationally famous community boasts more than 20 Wine Spectator award-winning restaurants — the most of any resort community in the United States. An estimated 5,000 people participated in the festival this year.

For more information about Taste of Vail, call 970-926-5665.

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John Carroll University Joins Tuition Rewards Enrollment Marketing Consortium

John Carroll University Joins Tuition Rewards Enrollment Marketing Consortium

John Carroll University (University Heights, OH) has joined Tuition Rewards, a nationwide consortium of 239 private colleges & universities that rewards families for saving for higher education with points that can be used to reduce tuition costs. JCU is the 41st college to join Tuition Rewards since March 2008. 150,000+ students are enrolled in the SAGE Scholars-sponsored program, which helps private colleges recruit students and encourages families to save for college.

Philadelphia, PA (PRWEB) December 17, 2009

John Carroll University (University Heights, OH), a Jesuit institution that inspires students to excel in learning, leadership and service, has joined the Tuition Rewards private college & university enrollment marketing consortium. The consortium now has 239 members, including 59 affiliates of the National Catholic College Admissions Association (NCCAA) and 19 Ohio colleges and universites.

Dedicated to the total development of the individual, John Carroll University offers an environment where every student feels welcomed and is challenged to find how his or her talents can lead to a more just world. Located in the suburban Cleveland, John Carroll is a leader among Midwest colleges for its retention rate and graduation rate, with 89% of incoming freshmen returning for their sophomore year and 64% completing their degrees within four years.

An overall 15:1 student-to-faculty ratio, with 85% of all classes taught with fewer than 30 students, ensures individual attention and student success. Psychology, communication and marketing are the most popular among a choice of nearly 40 majors. 98% of graduates are either working full-time or in graduate school within nine months of graduation.

One of 28 Jesuit U. S. universities, JCU welcomes students from different religious backgrounds and philosophies. Typically, more than 100 incoming freshmen move in early to participate in a voluntary community service project. The University offers its 3,000 full-time undergraduates a range of living accommodations on and near campus, a choice of nearly 100 campus organizations, including 21 varsity sports teams, and a newly renovated dining hall experience. The football team plays in the Don Shula Stadium, named for the JCU alumnus who holds multiple NFL coaching records, including the only undefeated championship season.

Forty-one colleges and universities have joined the Tuition Rewards consortium since March 2008, expanding the program to 39 states, including the first members in Hawaii, Maine, Nevada and the state of Washington.

"There's no downside for a college to join. It doesn't cost a college anything, and most will gain additional, well-qualified students," declared Dr. James B. Johnston, chairman and CEO of SAGE Scholars. "The short-term enrollment consequences of the current economic malaise demand creative and aggressive marketing strategies, and our Tuition Rewards Consortium is just that. An almost perfect storm of economic turmoil and unfavorable demographic trends make participation in the Tuition Rewards Consortium more important than ever."

159,000+ students are now enrolled in Tuition Rewards, which fosters a dynamic relationship among families, financial institutions and member colleges. 30,351 students joined in 2008. When registered students attend a participating private college, the family's accumulated Tuition Reward points may be redeemed as a "scholarship" - a non-need based grant or discount - capped at one full year's tuition spread over four years. Students submitted Reward points valued at $7.67 million with 904 college applications in 2008. Families earn Tuition Rewards by saving for college with a variety of financial partners, including the Pennsylvania and Wisconsin state 529 college savings programs, First Midwest Bank, Mutual of Omaha, SEFCU and The College Tuition Benefit.

About SAGE Scholars:
Founded in 1995, SAGE markets its member colleges to the 150,000+ enrolled students and their families via its website, email and a weekly e-newsletter. Member colleges may contact students once they reach 9th grade at no charge. Tuition Rewards is now the largest private college savings program in the U. S. -- based on participating students and value of eligible assets. For more information, contact Dr. James B. Johnston, 215-564-9930. For a full list of participating colleges, visit www. tuitionrewards. com.

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President Clinton Invited to Launch Atlanta Global Peace Project

President Clinton Invited to Launch Atlanta Global Peace Project

Atlanta Global Peace Project memorializes Dr. Martin Luther King on April 4th, the 38th anniversary of his murder. The new nonprofit: Friends of Gandhi-King-Carter/Atlanta publicly invites President Clinton to propel their organization’s mission into global success. Peacemakers around the Earth are also invited to assist them to enlist President Clinton.

Atlanta, GA (PRWEB) April 5, 2006

Today is a special date: 04/05/06. This is a date that will forever remind a new nonprofit of their historical Peace-Action. John Randolph Naugle, co-founder for the young global nonprofit: Friends of Gandhi-King-Carter is asking peacemakers from around the Earth to please assist them to enlist President Clinton so that their huge mission of service & inspiration is achieved.

Yesterday; Tuesday 04/04/06, at 4 PM, Mr. Naugle invited all the members of the media to join him in Atlanta's Woodruff Park (in front of the Phoenix Rising Sculpture). Here he announced their nonprofit's official invitation and goal for securing President Clinton’s assistance because it memorializes the 38th anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King’s murder. April 4th is also the last day of the 64-day Season of Non-Violence and a perfect launch date of their new Website (“Atlanta: City of Peace”: www. ATLpeace. org).

President Clinton became the ideal “launching assistant” for Friends of Gandhi-King-Carter because of the challenging questions that he posed (in Atlanta) before billions of televised-viewers during Coretta Scott King’s memorial service in February. Mr. Naugle, founder-FGKC stated: “President Clinton, I am one of millions around the Earth that is motivated by your example of courage. I also want to make a difference, and I am spending a great deal of energy... especially envisioning that YOU can assist us… (“Providence happens”). I am particularly inspired to ACT because of the powerful questions that YOU posed at Mrs. King’s funeral. All of my actions & goals are a specific reply to your questions. This is what YOU (President Clinton) asked us all:

“What will happen to the legacy of Martin Luther King and Coretta King? Will it continue to stand for peace & non-violence, and anti-poverty, and civil rights, and human rights? What will be the meaning of the King Holiday every year, and even more important… Atlanta, what’s YOUR responsibility for the future of the King Center? What are YOU going to do to make sure that it grows? What will happen to the King Legacy?"

--- President Bill Clinton 02/07/06

Mr. Naugle proclaims: “President Clinton, you ALSO have a part to play with insuring Dr. and Mrs. King’s globally-respected legacy. And YOU will soon see that I have a specific reply to your challenging questions. President Clinton. YOU are the ideal visionary that our young, struggling organization needs. Friends of Gandhi-King-Carter has 5 HUGE projects that have urgent “windows of opportunity” that must be met. Will YOU please help us to inspire the international organization of "Mayors for Peace" [representing 1,306 cities in 115 countries)? Will you please help us to inspire the 700+ organizations & millions of people that are registered with: "The United Nation's International Decade for a Culture of Peace"? President Clinton, YOU (thru your new Clinton Global Initiative: www. ClintonGlobalinitiative. org) have the impressive foundation to substantially deliver. We love your mission:

“To help our world move beyond the current state of globalization to a more

Integrated global community of shared benefits, responsibilities, and values.”

Mr. Naugle pleads: “President Clinton, will YOU please accept our urgent invitation to propel our nonprofit into phenomenal success? Please come to Atlanta (ASAP) and host a Press Conference announcing YOUR support to our goals. With your acceptance, I will book the Press Conference on top of “The World’s Tallest Hotel” (Westin Peachtree). From here one may cultivate a vision of Peace for our entire Global Family, and also see “The World’s Biggest Airport”, CNN International, and “The World’s Biggest Aquarium”. To discover success we are reaching for YOU, President Clinton, because YOU are internationally respected in the area of social & public service. With YOUR help "Atlanta: City of Peace" will be delivered into her destiny of becoming a Global Nexus for Peace Cultivation & Inspiration. Our town is well-qualified because we have 3 widely-respected centers of peace education (Gandhi, King, and Carter Centers), and two Nobel Peace Prize Laureates (Dr. King and Pres. Carter), plus 3 Nobel Peace Prize Nominees (Senator Sam Nunn, Dr. John Endicott, and Ted Turner). Although Friends of Gandhi-King-Carter is still young, we have 5 huge projects that have urgent “windows of opportunity. Our visionary nonprofit needs your help to:

1) Rename “The World's Biggest & Busiest Airport” (Atlanta): "Gandhi-King-Carter International Airport" (individuals from 38 states & 52 countries have already signed their Internet Peace Petition: www. GKC-Airport. com).

2) Establish a campus of The University of Peace in each of the G-8 countries, and begin with The University of Peace-No. America (in Atlanta). An ideal ‘future’ campus has already been located in Atlanta (115 acres). President Clinton, YOUR help is needed so this property can be claimed for global peace cultivation/education.

3) Create: “The World’s Biggest Peace Garden”, and “The World’s Biggest Peace Pond" (in honor of Walden Pond). In a few short months the City of Atlanta will begin development of a new green-space (“The City’s Biggest”). President Clinton, YOUR help is needed so that this new green-space is named: “Peace & Love Garden”.

4) Initiate planning for the 2007 Global “See-Peace” Concert (ATL). We need YOUR help, President Clinton, to recreate the global success of the July-2005 LIVE-8 Concert that garnered a live audience of 200,000 people in London, and a 2.5 billion+ televised audience. We need YOU to help us ‘close’ on our proposal to Bono & Sir Bob Geldof to be Executive Producers: www. See-Peace. org

5) Commence development of our goal to launch “World’s 1st Spaceline” from “World’s Biggest & Busiest Airport”. WE need President Clinton to ‘close’ on our proposal to Sir Richard Branson (of the $9 Billion-Virgin Group of companies) to launch his Virgin Galactic - "World's 1st Spaceline" from "The World's Biggest Airport".

Friends of Gandhi-King-Carter was founded to honor 3 of history's most internationally accomplished, respected, and well-known Peacemakers. They invite President Clinton, and Peacemakers worldwide to please help them to honor:

A) Mahatma Gandhi (“Man of the Millennium” - Years 1000-2000, “Creator of Contemporary Peace & Non-Violence Education”, and “Father of the World’s Biggest Democracy”)

B) Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. (Mahatma Gandhi’s most globally productive protégé) and

C) President Jimmy Carter (the most productive former US president in our entire country’s 230-year history).

Cultivating global peace is very important. Even today there are millions of 'cousins' from our global family that are in a considerable state of suffering. Reason? Gandhi's lesson of "Peace Is The Way" is not being taught, and Dr. King's "3-Evils" are not being adequately addressed.

-- 200+ Million children are malnourished and 175+ Million do not attend school.

-- 1.5 Billion people are without clean drinking water

-- 40% of the world's population suffers serious water shortages

-- 1 Billion people are unemployed; another 750 million underemployed.

-- 800 Million have no access to health services.

-- Each 24-hour period - over 30,000 children in various parts of the world die of hunger and disease.

-- Nearly 1.5 Billion people live in poverty on less than $1 a day.

-- There are currently over 35 different theaters of conflict & war in various parts of the globe

-- In the United States alone, national statistics report that there are over 2 Million homeless children.

Details on John Randolph Naugle, Co-founder; Friends of Gandhi-King-Carter… Mr. Naugle has a Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology. He does occasional contract library tech work for the CDC’s Global Communications & Information Center, and is quite informed of the numerous health challenges that face our Global Family. His current primary focus is finding key individuals who can assist with professionally packaging, polishing, and launching this budding global nonprofit. John Naugle, in the past, was concerned enough about the well-being of his former hometown that he campaigned to be elected Mayor of Marietta twice (1993 & 1997). He has lost his savings & home in developing his nonprofit interests (he could sure use help with this nonprofit). In addition, he knows “the heart-beat” of metro-Atlanta very well because, as a professional clown ("Johnny D’Farmer") he’s donated his time & talent to 100+ nonprofits throughout the city over the last dozen years. He’s a very serious student of Peace Cultivation, and especially the three globally respected leaders who have made HUGE sacrifices to furthering Global Peace: Gandhi, King, and Carter.

"First they ignore you.

Then they laugh at you.

Then they fight you.

Then you win.

It is possible…

To live in peace!”

Mahatma Gandhi

“Peace is the sweeter music…

A cosmic melody that is far superior…

We will not build a peaceful world by

Following a negative path.”

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

“If we are to live together in peace,

We must come to know each other better.”

President Jimmy Carter

“Imagine all the people living life in peace...

All we are saying is: give peace a chance!”

John Lennon

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Continued Growth for My Kangen Power Bucks Economic Trends

Continued Growth for My Kangen Power Bucks Economic Trends

Despite the economic downturn, business continues to grow for My Kangen Power, the premier distributor support system for Enagic water. For over 35 years, Enagic International has been a leader in the water purification business.

Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) January 15, 2010

Despite the economic downturn, business continues to grow for My Kangen Power, the premier distributor support system for Enagic water. For over 35 years, Enagic International has been a leader in the water purification business. As the US distribution arm for Enagic International, My Kangen Power has been a vital partner in the international growth of the company. Both My Kangen Power and Enagic International share a vision of improving global society and health through providing access to clean and healthy Enagic water.

Enagic water, also known as Kangen water, has been developed over decades of ground-breaking research in Japan. Enagic has positioned itself as an authority on the subject of pure, healthy water. Enagic water is a potent antioxidant, and has been proven to be particularly effective in helping those suffering from illness. Through the use of an Enagic water machine, normal tap water can be filtered to its purest form, removing any toxins in the public water supply. This innovative technology returns water to its natural state, and has been successfully used in Japanese hospitals and homes for years. For more information about Enagic water, please visit http://www. enagic. com/en/ (http://www. enagic. com/en/).

Today, Enagic water distribution is rapidly growing in North America as a result of My Kangen Power. My Kangen Power is Enagic's largest, most comprehensive distributor resource center. It provides tools for thousands of successful Enagic water distributors, who have created a great deal of prosperity for themselves and for their business associates. My Kangen Power company leaders believe that part of their continued success has come from their commitment to fully empowering each and every distributor. The websites provided by My Kangen Power offer distributors the ability to market Enagic water filtration devices on a worldwide stage, with leading-edge technology.

The growth of My Kangen Power, and Enagic water, is anticipated to significantly increase throughout 2010. My Kangen Power is currently offering an exclusive 30 day trial offer to all interested Enagic distributors. Every member receives business training, two lead generation websites, two educational websites, a state-of-the-art virtual back office, and award-winning live support. Visit http://mykangenpower. com/ (http://mykangenpower. com/) for more information or to signup for the trial offer visit http://mykangenpower. com/?page=signup&promo=pressoffer (http://mykangenpower. com/?page=signup&promo=pressoffer).

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Free Educational Forum For Alzheimer's Family Caregivers; Empowering Your Life as a Caregiver

Free Educational Forum For Alzheimer's Family Caregivers; Empowering Your Life as a Caregiver

A Town Hall Forum titled "Alzheimer's in the Family" is being held Thursday, January 25th, 2007, from 8:30 a. m. to 12:30 p. m. at the San Marcos Resort Conference Center in North County. This free educational forum for family caregivers will address the issues facing a family caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's Disease. A panel of experts will discuss various issues facing those assuming the role of the caregiver and the profound impact of Alzheimer's Disease on the family.

San Diego, CA (PRWEB) December 17, 2006

A Town Hall Forum titled "Alzheimer's in the Family" is being held Thursday, January 25th, 2007, from 8:30 a. m. to 12:30 p. m. at the San Marcos Resort Conference Center in North County.

This free educational forum for family caregivers will address the issues facing a family caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's Disease. A panel of experts will discuss various issues facing those assuming the role of the caregiver and the profound impact of Alzheimer's Disease on the family.

Health Care Group's ActivCare® - Residential Alzheimer's care facilities and the George G. Glenner Alzheimer's Family Centers, Inc. are hosting the event, beginning the third year of free educational forums for family caregivers.

In addition, the Glenner Alzheimer's Family Centers will be providing free adult day care during the event at one of their three centers. Reservations are required. Call 1-800-736-6674 at least one week prior to the event. For more information on adult day care and family and professional caregiver education please contact (619) 543-4700 or visit www. alzheimerhelp. org.

The forum will take place at the San Marcos Resort Conference Center at 1025 La Bonita Drive in San Marcos, CA 92078 from 8:30 a. m. to 12:30 p. m. on Thursday, January 25th, 2007. Continental breakfast will be served at 8:30 a. m.

To sign up for the free Town Hall Forum, please contact ActivCare® Point Loma at (619) 224-7300.

For additional information on Health Care Group, please log on to www. healthcaregrp. com.

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Thousands of People Get Paid To Take Surveys Online

Thousands of People Get Paid To Take Surveys Online

Billion dollar advertising budgets means good news for the thousands of people who get paid to take surveys online.

(PRWEB) September 12, 2004

Intense corporate competition and billion dollar advertising budgets spells good news to thousands of people who get paid to take surveys online. With the popularity of the internet, paid surveys online have become a primary way for marketing research firms to gauge public opinion about products and services – and a way for survey participants to get paid in return. Cash, gift vouchers, discount coupons, sweepstake entries and even sample products are offered to people for participating in these paid surveys.

“Being able to get paid to take surveys online is an ideal opportunity for anyone who wants to make some extra money,” said Michael Perera, who had just finished completing a paid survey for a cellular phone company. “For the 20-minute paid survey I just did, I got 15 dollars. The easiest 15 bucks I have ever made,” said Perera. Paid surveys for which participants get paid have been a part of consumer research for decades, but the internet has accelerated the process, and companies can now gather public perceptions of their products and services instantly by offering paid surveys online. The data can then be easily tabulated by such factors as geographical location, gender and age, enabling targeted and more successful advertising campaigns. Evaluations of databases that provide contact information for hundreds of market research companies looking for people to participate in surveys for which they will get paid can be found at http://www. bandeeni. com (http://www. bandeeni. com)

People who want to get paid to take surveys must first register with the hundreds of market research companies. This usually means filling out a short questionnaires with basic information regarding their geographical location, hobbies, age, education and income level. And, of course, their names and addresses so that they can get paid for taking the surveys. People of different ages, income levels and geographical locations are in constantly high demand to participate in paid market research such as surveys. While there are hundreds of companies looking for paid survey participants, however, they are all scattered on the world wide web that it can take months if not more to find a sufficient number of them to register with. A few companies have carefully compiled comprehensive databases with information on hundreds of paid survey sources, making it easier for prospective participants to easily locate paid survey opportunities. The leading databases have been reviewed and ranked at http://www. bandeeni. com (http://www. bandeeni. com)

Cash rewards for paid surveys range from $3 to $70, depending in the length and intensity of the research project. Focus groups, where research participants gather in an online forum at an agreed-upon time, allow people to get paid up to $250. Another popular form of market research is mystery shopping, where people get paid to visit shops and restaurants and evaluate the customer service they received. Companies that provide contact databases for mystery shopping opportunities have also been evaluated at http://www. bandeeni. com/mystery-shopping. htm (http://www. bandeeni. com/mystery-shopping. htm)

“The money you get wont let you fire your boss,” said Perera, “but the extra income can help with those little monthly expenses that tend to add up. It makes sense to get paid to take surveys online.”

For more information on how to get paid to take surveys, visit http://www. bandeeni. com (http://www. bandeeni. com)

For more information on how to get paid to mystery shop, visit http://www. bandeeni. com/mystery-shopping. htm (http://www. bandeeni. com/mystery-shopping. htm)

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ConferenceSeek develops Continuing Medical Education partnership with Rush-Presbyterian-St. Luke's Medical Center

ConferenceSeek develops Continuing Medical Education partnership with Rush-Presbyterian-St. Luke's Medical Center

(PRWEB) May 18, 2001

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ConferenceSeek develops Continuing Medical Education partnership with Rush-Presbyterian-St. Luke's Medical Center

May 8, 2001-ConferenceSeek, a leading online meeting portal for healthcare professionals, today announced its intention to expand its online healthcare meeting library by hosting continuing medical education courses sponsored by Rush-Presbyterian-St. Luke's Medical Center.

"Our alliance with Rush-Presbyterian-St. Luke's Medical Center helps us fulfill our commitment to being the complete meeting and continuing education resource for healthcare professionals," said ConferenceSeek CEO Amy Ravi. "We are delighted to bring quality CME courses from RUSH to the thousands of physicians who access our website."

Using ConferenceSeek's web site, healthcare professionals around the country will be able to browse a directory of continuing education courses, then take the courses online and receive continuing education credits immediately.

Continuing medical education is a career long effort that physicians participate in to stay abreast of developments in their field. CME programs target subgroups of the more than 500,000 physicians nationwide. Thirty-six states now require physicians to take 30-50 hours of CME courses annually to maintain licensure. For these reasons, it is important for accredited CME sponsors to make their programs as widely known and available to practicing physicians as possible. "RUSH has a history of developing quality CME activities that share the expertise of renowned faculty with physician colleagues; the use of a service such as ConferenceSeek makes sense to promote RUSH CME courses to physicians around the country, particularly outside of the Chicago area," said Dr. Harold Kessler, Associate Dean and Director of Continuing Medical Education, Rush Presbyterian-St. Luke's Medical Center.

ConferenceSeek's online continuing education courses cost less than 20% of what it would cost a physician to physically attend a CME course. The company's searchable library of meeting and continuing education content provides a consolidated resource for finding and accessing professional information real-time. Using ConferenceSeek's tools, CME providers are better able to track the usage and success of their course offerings. Physicians may participate in CME courses where and when its convenient.

ConferenceSeek's goal is to empower the healthcare community by creating tools to extend the value of healthcare meetings and continuing education courses. The company supports a searchable database of more than 5000 upcoming healthcare conferences.

About ConferenceSeek:

ConferenceSeek is a leading healthcare meeting service, marketing and content management provider. They bring together healthcare professionals, corporations, associations and information to increase the value and extend the life of meetings. ConferenceSeek's complete solution enables healthcare professionals to 1) find a conference using EventFinder™, 2) get to the conference using EventConcierge™, and 3) access meeting and continuing education content via Proceedings Online™.

Founded in 2000, ConferenceSeek is based in Evanston, IL. For additional information about the company, please visit ConferenceSeek on the Web at www. conferenceseek. com.

About Rush-Presbyterian-St. Luke's Medical Center:

Rush-Presbyterian-St. Luke's Medical Center is an academic health center that includes the 809-bed Presbyterian-St. Luke's Hospital (including the Rush Children's Hospital) and the 154-bed Johnston R. Bowman Health Center for the Elderly.

It is home to the seven Rush Institutes, which draw together patient care and research to address major health problems, offering primary health care services as well as the latest treatments for arthritis and orthopedic problems, cancer, heart disease, mental illness, diseases associated with aging and neurological problems.

Integral to the medical center is Rush University, which includes Rush Medical College, the College of Nursing, the College of Health Sciences, the Graduate College, and a cooperative educational network of 14 liberal arts colleges and universities in six states from Tennessee to Colorado.

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