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The first phase of the “Helping Africa” drive by Gonarezhou Transfrontier Park c …
The first phase of the “Helping Africa” charity drive came to a successful conclusion on
Wednesday May 25th, 2011. Donations in the form of clothing, toys, school supplies for children, medical kits and similar material donations are now packed, sent and prepared to be shipped to Mozambique, Africa. They will be shipped by our partner ESA Logistics right at the start of June 2011. The drive in Mozambique is organized by…
HILBROY ADVISORY END OF THE DAY MARKET WRAP UP
Montreal, Quebec, June01st, 2011– Hilbroy Advisory Inc. (DeutcheBörse: 2H0) End of the day, Market wrap up.
The major market averages finished near their worst levels of the session, with all three losing close to 2.3%. Equities were knocked lower following this morning's disappointing data as both the ADP Employment report and ISM Index fell short of expectations. Selling continued over the course of the session with stocks moving to their worst…
DNA Brands Expands Retail Distribution With Walgreens
DNA Energy Drinks and DNA Meat Snacks Now Available in Walgreens Stores Across South Florida With Market Support Provided by the NFL's Miami Dolphins.
Boca Raton, FL, June 02, 2011 -- DNA Brands, Inc., (OTCBB:DNAX) makers of the great tasting DNA Energy Drinks® and DNA Meat Snacks, each a favorite of the action sports community and its enthusiastic followers, announced today the execution of an agreement with Walgreens that authorizes DNA…
Yellowfin 5.2 to Make Business Intelligence Even Easier, Release Set Fri 10 June
Global Business Intelligence (BI) software vendor, Yellowfin, will make its latest release, Yellowfin 5.2, available from Friday 10 June.
Melbourne, Victoria, June 02, 2011 -- Register for the exclusive webinar launch Tuesday 7 June here:( http://www.yellowfinbi.com/YFNews-Special-webinar-invitation-Yellowfin-5-2-delivers-better-business-insights-104841)
The new release – Yellowfin 5.2: Making Business Intelligence even easier – will include new chart types, improved user interface and enhanced scalability.
“Yellowfin 5.2 is all about making Business Intelligence even easier,” said Yellowfin CEO, Glen…
Enventure Wins China RoHS Compliance Business
NH, U.S.A. (30 May, 2011) - Enventure Technology Services, a leading engineering services and compliance data services provider to global corporations, today confirmed that the company has received a large China RoHS compliance services order from a leading manufacturer of server networking solutions.
The China RoHS directive places restrictions on manufacturers of Electrical and Electronic Equipment Manufacturers, preventing them from placing electrical and electronic equipment with high levels of hazardous substances…
Awards Luncheon to Honor Importance of Small Business Ownership
On Thursday, June 9, the San Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce will partner with the U.S. Small Business Administration and ESET to celebrate the accomplishments of small and micro businesses at the 2011 Small Business Awards and Business Exchange. Finalist will be honored and award winners will be announced live during a luncheon at the Town and Country Resort & Convention Center.
San Diego, CA, June 02, 2011 -- On Thursday,…
PRP Storage Partners with Whittier Storage to Provide Property Management
PRP Storage partners with Storage Outlet Whittier to provide property management services; including overall facility management, staffing assistance and marketing services.
Whittier, CA, June 02, 2011 -- PRP Storage, a Southern California based mini storage property management company, has reached an agreement with Storage Outlet Whittier to manage its Whitter location. PRP will provide overall facility management, staffing assistance and marketing services for the facility. Additionally, PRP will also…
Sister City Process Initiated for Beli Manastir, Croatia and Spooner, Wisconsin …
Mr. Boris Miksic, President/CEO of Cortec® Corporation has launched a formal affiliation leading to the official designation of “sister cities” between Beli Manastir located in the region of Baranja, Croatia and Spooner, WI, USA. City leaders were informed about this initiative and are strongly supportive of the project. This relationship is the result of long-term successful business of two Cortec® manufacturing facilities, EcoCortec® in Beli Manastir and Cortec®…
JVS Raises Over $326,000 to Support Vital Job Services for Angelenos at 14th Ann …
LOS ANGELES, June 1, 2011—Jewish Vocational Service’s (JVS) 14th Annual Strictly Business L.A. Luncheon raised more than $326,000 to support vital job services in the greater Los Angeles area. The annual event brought together 650 business and political leaders to highlight JVS’ critical work in helping Angelenos find jobs.
California Secretary of Labor Marty Morgenstern was the keynote speaker and emphasized the need for job services, such as…
Enventure Awarded Contract for Assessment of Conflict Minerals
NH, U.S.A. (30 May, 2011) - Enventure Technology Services, a leading engineering services and compliance data services provider to global corporations, confirmed today that a world-leader in industrial automation control and information solutions had awarded them a contract for assessment of presence of conflict minerals in parts procured from external vendors.
The Client has sought compliance services from Enventure in order to confirm if any of their suppliers use conflict minerals…
Women Buying Majority Of Life Plus Long-Term Care Insurance Policies
Sales in 2010 of life insurance policies offering long-term care benefits surged 79 percent for the industry's leading insurance carriers.
According to annual research conducted by the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance women comprised just over 60 percent of new buyers the study found.
"Linked life insurance policies that offer long-term care benefits experienced significant growth in 2010," states Jesse Slome, the national trade organization's executive director. "Consumers are finding…
1Capstone Co-Sponsors Educational Seminar for 2011
Houston Captive Insurance Seminar Draws 100+ Attendees.
Houston, TX, June 01, 2011 -- Karen Weldin Stewart, Delaware's elected Commissioner of Insurance, was the featured guest at a Houston educational seminar and cocktail reception on March 30, 2011, held for the captive insurance industry. Joining Commissioner Stewart were members of her staff who presented at a seminar for businesses owners interested in alternative risk planning.
Commissioner Stewart added Houston to her multi-city Texas tour to serve as a panelist for the…
Yellowfin 5.2 to make Business Intelligence even easier, release set Fri 10 June
Global Business Intelligence (BI) software vendor, Yellowfin, will make its latest release, Yellowfin 5.2, available from Friday 10 June.
Austin, TX, June 01, 2011 -- Register for the exclusive webinar launch Tuesday 7 June here:
yellowfinbi.com/YFNews-Special-webinar-invitation-Yellowfin-5-2-delivers-better-business-insights-104841
The new release – Yellowfin 5.2: Making Business Intelligence even easier – will include new chart types, improved user interface and enhanced scalability.
"Yellowfin 5.2 is all about making Business Intelligence even easier,” said Yellowfin CEO, Glen Rabie.…
CardsMadeEasy launch free QR coding service
London, UK (17 May 2011) – CardsMadeEasy, a UK-based online business card printing company, have launched a free QR coding service that is available to all customers purchasing any of their printed products.
A QR (quick response) code is a specific matrix code that can be picked up by some smartphone’s built-in cameras. The code consists of black symbols arranged into a square pattern on a white background, in which data…
Wood Costs for Pulp Manufacturers Worldwide are on the Rise: Wood Fiber Price In …
Wood costs, which account for up 70 percent of production costs when manufacturing pulp, have gone up worldwide the past two years, according to the market report Wood Resource Quarterly. The Global Wood Fiber Price Indices were back to pre-financial crises levels in the 1Q/11.
Bothell, WA, June 01, 2011 -- The cost of manufacturing pulp has trended upward in most regions of the world the past two years. Much of…
New Chairman and Vice-Chairman of the EUMEPS Board
EUMEPS announces the election of new members of the EUMEPS board. Mr. Allessadro Augello of Poron was elected Chairman on behalf of EUMEPS section Packaging and Mr. Jos Verstegen of Synbra was elected Vice-Chairman on behalf of EUMEPS construction.
Brussels, Belgium, June 01, 2011 -- EUMEPS announces the election of new members of the EUMEPS board. Mr. Allessadro Augello of Poron was elected Chairman on behalf of EUMEPS section Packaging and…
Quest CE Announces New Firm Element Course on FINRA Rules 2090 and 2111
Quest CE, premier provider of insurance continuing education and FINRA firm element training, is proud to announce the authoring of a new course titled, “FINRA Rules 2090 and 2111: Know Your Customer and Suitability.” The new course will be available for Quest CE’s 2012 Firm Element Course Catalog.
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has approved FINRA’s proposal to adopt rules governing know-your-customer (Rule 2090) and suitability obligations (Rule 2111). The…
Valensi Rose Attorney Phil Magaram Featured Panelist on Tax Update Panel at 2011 …
Los Angeles, CA – May 31, 2011– Attorney and senior partner Philip S. Magaram of Valensi Rose, PLC will be a featured panelist on the Tax Update panel of the Entertainment Industry Conference on June 15, 2011, at the Fairmont Miramar Hotel in Santa Monica, California. The annual Entertainment Industry Conference is presented by the California CPA Education Foundation.
“Having practiced law for over 45 years, I know the problems…
Summit Brokerage Services Recognized As One of Top Independent Broker-Dealers By …
Summit Brokerage Services is pleased to announce its inclusion as one of the industry’s leading independent broker-dealers as ranked by trade publication Investment News. In commenting on its inclusion on this prestigious list, Marshall Leeds, Chairman and CEO of Summit, commented that, “We are pleased to be recognized by Investment News for our recent accomplishments. This recognition is due entirely to the efforts of our dedicated financial advisors…
Atlanta-Based Pindrop Security Wins Prestigious Business Competition
ATLANTA (May 24, 2010) – The Technology Association of Georgia (TAG) and Georgia Research Alliance (GRA) today announced that Atlanta-based start-up company, Pindrop Security, has won the 2011 GRA/TAG Business Launch Competition and will receive $50,000 cash and over $200,000 in donated services from the Atlanta business community to help the company grow. Pindrop Security offers a unique Caller ID technology that authenticates callers through the “fingerprint” of the phone…
Bristol’s Arch House Deli and Hobbs House Bakery team up
Bristol delicatessen, Arch House Deli have completed an agreement with Hobbs House Bakery to use and supply Hobbs House Bakery real bread and pastries within their Clifton Delicatessen. Arch House Deli will be flying the Hobbs House Bakery flag in Clifton Village, Bristol from 31st May 2011.
“We are delighted to be working with Hobbs House Bakery, in our view the finest Artisan baker in the country, and to…
eLearners.com Reveals the Top 5 Reasons Military Service Members Should Consider …
eLearners.com today revealed the top five reasons military service members should consider an online MBA program. According to the Graduate Management Admission Council, on average, 40,000 individuals separate from the U.S. military each year, of which, about 1,000 choose to attend MBA programs. For active duty military that do not want to wait until they have left the service to pursue an MBA, an online program can be an excellent…
Quest CE Offers Exchange Traded Funds Investing Course
MILWAUKEE – May 31, 2011 – Quest CE, premier provider of insurance continuing education and FINRA firm element training, is proud to offer their Firm Element Exchange Traded Funds (ETF) Investing course. The course will be available for 2011 Firm Element Programs.
Registered Representatives and their supervisors, whom primarily work with retail and institutional clients, will benefit from the course by becoming knowledgeable on the terminology commonly used with these securities.…
HPG Advises 50 Triangle CEOs on Exit Strategies
RALEIGH, N.C. (May 31, 2011) — Hughes Pittman & Gupton, LLP (hpg.com), one of the largest CPA firms headquartered and staffed in the Research Triangle Park region of North Carolina, recently co-hosted a forum titled: Planning and Executing a Successful Liquidity Event. More than 50 Triangle-area CEOs and business leaders attended the four-hour event. Heather Dean, HPG tax partner, and Amy Smith, HPG senior tax manager, were two of the…
Schroeder Solutions Supports Wauwatosa’s Student Welfare Initiative Fund Program …
NEW BERLIN, WI (May 31, 2011) — Schroeder Solutions (schroedersolutions.com) announces today that the company has recently initiated a program to aid Wauwatosa’s Student Welfare Initiative Fund. The company will be collecting Box Tops for Education coupons as part of a campaign that Avery Dennison implemented locally through Regency Office Products (regencyofficeproducts.com). Schroeder Solutions, along with the Wauwatosa Mayfair Rotary Club, has set a goal of clipping and collecting enough…
Drew Gibson, Steelhenge’s social media and business continuity expert, gives gue …
Leading business continuity and crisis management consultancy Steelhenge, reports that Drew Gibson, Steelhenge's expert on social media and crisis response, spoke at a recent BANG Business Continuity Professionals forum in London as the event's guest presenter. The monthly event is designed to bring business continuity professionals together to debate the evening's topic and socialise informally. For more information, visit steelhenge.co.uk or call 0845 094 2117.
"The BANG events have a reputation…
CommLab India adopts Six Sigma
As part of its vision of being a “world class, full services, eLearning-enabled Learning Management company” with a footprint in key globally defined markets by 2015, CommLab India decided to embark on an organization-wide Six Sigma program targeted at creating more repeatability, sustainability and scalability in its processes, initiating its employees to a world class metrics-driven culture, as well as laying the building blocks for outcome-based services in the years…
Bavarian Inn Lodge President Receives Jaycees Top Honor
Frankenmuth, MI – May 31, 2011 – Frankenmuth’s Bavarian Inn Lodge and Conference Center president, Judy Zehnder Keller, is the recipient of the Jaycees preeminent honor – the 2011 Herbert L. Keinath Distinguished Service Award. This award is given exclusively to Frankenmuth residents based on years of selfless contributions to the local community. It is considered the highest community service award in Frankenmuth.
The Frankenmuth Noon Rotary Club, which nominated…
New college graduates landing jobs, but recent graduates face bleak future, Entr …
Pasadena, CA, May 31, 2011 – The employment scenario for new college graduates continues to improve with hiring up by almost 20 percent compared to last year.
The salaries are also higher for 2011 graduates, by 5.9 percent, reaching an average of $50,462. The figures are from the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE). But the recent graduates, people who graduated two to four years ago, are being left…
Wealth Managers Slow to Adopt Mobile Apps
Zurich, 31 May 2011. New research by MyPrivateBanking Research finds that only half of the world’s 30 most important banks and wealth managers offer mobile applications for their clients. Even worse, only three providers (10%) go beyond applications related to online banking. Astonishing results, given that mobile phones and tablet computers are rapidly growing as an online interface for banking and wealth management clients.
Only 15 banks (50%) out of a…
Community Care Access Centres Recruiting Campaign Focuses on Recruiting Diverse …
Partners include Postmedia, DiversityworkingCanada.com and AbilityCanada.com.
Toronto, CA, May 31, 2011 -- Recruiting diverse candidates has always been a priority for Community Care Access Centres, as working directly with people in the community, means working with people from every culture and walk of life. CCAC's help over 600,000 people across Ontario each year to connect with community health care services. They have stepped up efforts by engaging Postmedia and partners DiversityWorkingCanada.com…
goFLUENT helps glassmaking giant improve its employees’ English communication sk …
The global glassmaking giant O-I has been working with goFLUENT, a leading provider of distance English training, to improve the English communication skills of its worldwide workforce with a unique blended learning approach.
The resulting e-learning platform, with customised content, presents new ideas to those learning English as a foreign language and reinforces their existing knowledge. Learners receive consistent written feedback, as well as individual coaching, to enable them to…
INDEPENDENT REPORT CONFIRMS MAJOR OIL RESOURCE OF 50+ MILLION BARRELS ON MCW ENE …
May 31th, 2011; Shediac, New Brunswick, Canada/Frankfurt, Germany: MCW Energy Group, a Canadian holding company publicly trading on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange (Symbol: MW4.F) today announced the completion of a report by an independent consulting company on its oil sands lease in Asphalt Ridge, Utah.
MCW Energy Group’s subsidiary company, MCW Oil Sands Recovery, LLC’s oil sands lease covers 1138 acres and is situated in the heart of the prolific…
Aspect Ltd see 55% boost in turnover
Lloyds Banking Group, Siemens Enterprise Communications and BHP Billiton, to name a few, are just some of the clients who have helped contribute to the 55% growth in turnover for creative communications agency Aspect Ltd in their 2010/2011 year end.
Following the impact of the recession in 2009, Aspect Ltd saw a drop in profits the year previous. However, a belief in the company’s vision and mission from owners Simon…
Quake Bookkeeping Launches to the New Zealand Market
CHRISTCHURCH, New Zealand - 31 May 2011. Quake Bookkeeping has launched to the New Zealand Market offering bookkeeping services thru cloud based SaaS Solutions.
Chris Downs, Online Portfolio Manager said "Our team have been working hard to put together an effective product range for our clients by partnering with Market Leaders such as Xero, WorkflowMax, Vend and Unleashed software we're able to offer our clients a one…
Bradley Associates - The query of Greek readiness
Discuss with restructuring Greece’s debt is improbable to fix this country’s financial issues
Bradley Associates has developed an extensive network of professional resources. We select from among an array of carefully chosen managers to structure portfolios that meet the needs of our clients. We help our clients stay competitive in the constantly changing markets of the modern world.
Bradley Associates diversified strategies are designed to target attractive risk-adjusted returns and lower volatility…
Modules Provide Answer to Wireless Sensor Network Market Adoption Dilemma
A new West Technology Research Solutions report focuses exclusively on wireless sensor network module technologies and applications.
Mountain View, CA, May 31, 2011 -- The study, “WTRS WSN Module Technology Trends, Q2 2011”, analyzes competitive activities by prominent industry alliances and market penetration of associated wireless sensor network module protocols.
“It is possible to predict the market effectiveness of a particular WSN protocol based on ready availability and focus by leading suppliers…
Technical Foam Services Expand Range of Foam Insert Fabrics
Northamptonshire, United Kingdom (19th May, 2011) – Technical Foam Services, a leading independent engineering-biased manufacturer and foam producer, has expanded their range of fabrics to be used with foam inserts.
Technical Foam Services have long been recognised as the UK’s leading supplier of foam inserts, producing them for a wide variety of applications, such as large suitcase inserts suitable for holding ceramics and glassware through to small inserts used…
Best practices for customer loyalty management in Telecom Africa
Vodafone’s perspective on critical differentiators for successful customer loyalty programs will be presented at 3rd Annual CRM in Telecom event in Johannesburg in July.
Developing loyalty among multi-sim customers is one of the major challenges faced by Telecom operators in Africa. 100 Telecom senior executives will meet at 3rd Annual Telecoms in Africa: Customer Loyalty & Retention Conference to uncover the best practices for customer loyalty management and how to maximise…
Sourcing Destination Snapshot: The Emerging Philippine Value Proposition
“The Philippines offers many opportunities as an offshore sourcing destination as well as being well positioned as a regional hub for Asia Pacific.” - Ralph Schonenbach (CEO, Trestle Group)
In designing sourcing models, IT and BPO decision-makers literally have a “world” to choose from when it comes to competitive country locations. The unique needs of a business will clearly drive managers to seek out sites capable of satisfying a range…
Inherent Challenges V/S Transient Opportunities in IT For Government & Defence
Government Organizations and Defence Units are continuously nagged by highly fragmented, redundant data and difficult to manage network technology infrastructure. There is an urgent need for modernization and re-engineering of these core strata's, as there is a rise in demand for data portability and network sharing among these interdependent organization's.
Gain valuable inputs about cloud computing, proactive cyber security policies and infrastructural requirements to make your digital network invincible by attending…
"Alternative Alternatives" investment funds gained 1.92% in April, +2.38% YTD
Opalesque Ltd., a leading provider of online information services to the alternative investment industry, announced the results of the Opalesque A SQUARE ('alternative-alternatives') indices covering the performance of niche alternative investment funds. The indices are calculated based on the net performance of 608 single- and multi-manager funds currently listed in 21 categories in the Opalesque Solutions A SQUARE Fund Database (http://www.opalesquesolutions.com/asquare).
The Opalesque A SQUARE Index posted its strongest month so…
Tidal Homes Invites Cottage Owners to Let Their Holiday Cottages for Northumberl …
Tidal Homes invites Northumberland cottage owners to let their holiday cottages for Northumberland tourist accommodation.
Tidal Homes, one of the leading providers of luxury Northumberland cottages, is inviting holiday cottage owners to let their cottages for Northumberland tourists.
Tidal Homes has noticed a huge influx in demand of luxury cottages and wants cottage owners to grab the opportunity of maximizing the return on their property investment by letting their cottages. The company…
UK-Mobile Broadband Deals Comment on Rise in Free Laptop Deals
Bucks, United Kingdom (May 19th, 2011) - UK-Mobile Broadband Deals, a comparison website for mobile broadband plans, comment on the increased return of free laptop deals to the mobile broadband market.
Since last summer, the number of free laptop deals has been in decline, particularly as more of the mobile networks started to push the popular iPad and tablet deals. However, free laptop deals have made a steady return to…
Debt Pay 1 Announces a Unique Payday Loan Consolidation Program that offers a Fl …
Payday loan debt relief firm, Debt Pay 1, announced recently a unique payday loan consolidation and settlement program that offers a flexible and a financially secure service for those struggling with payday loan debt.
Debt Pay 1 is a consolidation and settlement firm specializing on those who find themselves trapped in payday loan debt and need assistance without considering bankruptcy. Their unique program distinguishes itself from most other payday loan consolidation…
AAA Backs Liberia’s Approach to Forestry Protection
Liberia has made an agreement with the European Union to ensure that all timber sales to the region are perfectly legal. The move is intended to help protect the remaining trees in the West African nation, which is home to most of the region’s trees.
Boston, MA, May 31, 2011 -- Alternative Asset Analysis (AAA), an alternative investment advocacy group, which supports environmentally and socially responsible investments, backs the move by…
Restaurants in New Paltz New York
NEW PALTZ, NY (May 25, 2011) — The New Paltz NY area has some of the finest restaurants in the upstate New York area. Locals gather in these restaurants for both business and pleasure every day of the week. Many different cultures and cuisines are showcased in the area including German, French, Italian and traditional seafood. The overwhelming demand for Jamaican food has provided residents with a unique opportunity to…
RMT Ltd opens its new manufacturing facility in Moscow
Moscow, Russia (May 17th, 2011) - RMT Ltd - the manufacturer of miniature thermoelectric coolers - opened its new manufacturing facility in Moscow, the capital of Russia. The new facility is focused on R&D and quality research, nanotechnologies implementation in thermoelectric material processing, experimental and trial orders manufacturing. It is fully equipped with modern machinery and automated lines for thermoelectric coolers development, manufacturing and quality control. Opening of the…
Capital and Innovation Topics of May 26th TAG Health Meeting
Fireside Chat plus Social Media Format Encourage Participation
ATLANTA (May 23, 2011) – Two of the hottest topics in the Health Information Technology (HIT) field are finding capital and supporting innovation, and they will be the focus of a May 26th meeting of Technology Association of Georgia (TAG) Health. TAG is the state’s leading association dedicated to the promotion and economic advancement of Georgia’s technology industry.
A “fireside chat” with industry leaders…
Democracy Watch, 2011 - Issue 16
Ukrainian economy stumbles towards a slow recovery
The first months of 2011 have shown signs of a slow recovery for the Ukrainian economy. Industrial production has grown by 10.5% as of January 2011 compared to January 2010. The harvest volume this autumn is expected to increase up to 42 million tons. The national budget surplus for January-February 2011 accounts for 4.1 billion UAH (0.5 billion USD) owing to increased taxes, reduced…
