Press Releases by Category Business, Economy, Finances, Banking & Insurance
AAA: Pensions Portfolios Turning To Alternative Investments
The results of a new poll indicating that more pension portfolios are investing in alternatives has been welcomed by Alternative Asset Analysis (AAA).
Boston, MA, August 29, 2011 -- The results of a new poll indicating that more pension portfolios are investing in alternatives has been welcomed by Alternative Asset Analysis (AAA).
The recent SEI Quick Poll shows that the percentage of executives from pension funds claiming to have investments in alternatives…
IndiaMART.com To Step Up B2B Matchmaking at Global Trade Events
-To participate in several renowned trade shows across the globe in September
-Bring focus on auto components, home decor, medical and engineering & industrial sectors
-Emphasize on business opportunities for Indian SMEs at these global platforms
New Delhi, 29th August, 2011: Apart from buoyant domestic market, there lies a huge opportunity in global markets for Indian Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs). Well aware of this promising situation, IndiaMART.com, India's largest online B2B marketplace,…
EDA Names John Mattone as New President and Opens Orlando Office
Amid Increasing Corporate Complexities and the Intensifying Need for Highly Developed Executives.
Orlando, FL, August 29, 2011 - Executive Development Associates, Inc. (EDA), a leading provider of executive development, executive coaching and executive assessment for the Global 1000, today announced that it named John Mattone as its new President. Bonnie Hagemann will continue to serve as CEO.
An assessment expert, Mr. Mattone has over 30 years’ experience in the human capital, talent…
Introducing Forex VIP Trading Club By Forexpromos.com
Forexpromos.com is pleased to introduced a revamped forex VIP traders club, offering some of the best forex services aimed towards individual forex traders. Giving the individual forex traders the much needed advantage to trade forex successfully!
The Forex VIP Traders club, introduced by forexpromos.com puts together a comprehensive package for individual forex traders. Offering forex VPS hosting at a highly discounted price as well as free forex trading signals, the forex…
IBC Advanced Alloys Information Available Through Standard & Poor’s Market Acces …
IBC Advanced Alloys Information Available Through Standard & Poor’s Market Access Program
VANCOUVER, BC – August 19, 2011 – IBC Advanced Alloys Corp. (TSX-V: IB) announced today that its company information will be made available via Standard & Poor's Market Access Program, an information distribution service that enables subscribing publicly traded companies to have their company information disseminated to users of Standard & Poor's MarketScope Advisor. The Company information to be…
Junior Mining Company Acquires Important Mining Concessions In Mexico
Junior Mining Company Acquires Important Mining Concessions In Mexico
Hilton Head Island, South Carolina – August 19, 2011. In recent weeks, Silver Scott Mines, Inc., a publicly traded company (OTC: SILS) announced the Company had acquired the Quitovac property mining concessions. The Quitovac concessions have been an historic gold mining property.
The project is an open pit heap leach type deposit where the Company expects low capex ($1.1M) and extraction costs ($400…
VisiInc PLC Facilitates Premier Global collaboration Pilot trials for EFISDS
Member surgeons and others from Romania, Hungaria, Netherlands, Australia, France, Greece, Russia and Sweden joined together on line in the world first premiere of a true on line collaborative effort in CME trialing VisiInc (VisiInc PLC) (VZJ) technology.
Perth, Western Australia, August 28, 2011 - Member surgeons and others from Romania, Hungaria, Netherlands, Australia, France, Greece, Russia and Sweden joined together on line in the world first premiere of a true…
BAETA Corp Engages Imagine Growth Strategy, Inc as Business Advisory Consultant
BAETA Corp. (OTCBB:BAEA), an advanced technology-enabled health improvement company located in Fort Lee, New Jersey, announced today that it has engaged Imagine Growth Strategy, Inc. to assist the Company as a business advisory consultant.
Fort Lee, NJ, August. 26, 2011 - BAETA Corp. (OTCBB:BAEA), an advanced technology-enabled health improvement company located in Fort Lee, New Jersey, announced today that it has engaged Imagine Growth Strategy, Inc. to assist the Company as…
Specialty Answering Service Responds to Hurricane Irene
Specialty Answering Service, a multi location National Call Center has responded to Hurricane Irene, and the havoc that she has wreaked through the eastern portion of the United States. Specialty has locations in Florida, North Carolina, Virginia, Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey and Massachusetts. While every east coast call center has been threatened by Irene, none have been majorly affected by the storm. The mere threat of…
Overview: Markets unmoved from IMF issues though cautious with pressure
This stunning resignation of IMF chief Dominique Strauss-Khan leaves international markets frosty, having merely a protracted pressure towards the top of the worldwide dilemma loan provider prone to put in every concern.
Whatever worry is present usually leaders might end up in stalemate in the dialogue along with a fresh problems fills up without no one directing the organization who is able to generate compromises.
Even with getting global head lines, Strauss-Kahn's…
Bradley Associates Madrid News: Gold, silver fall on U.S. data; QE2 eyed
Gold and silver dropped on Thursday, while fragile U.S. real estate as well as manufacturing info along with doubt concerning the conclusion in the Federal Reserve's bond-buying plan pulled along products in general.
Gold, that has currently dropped 4 from the previous 5 sessions, has been compelled through discouraging mid-Atlantic manufacturing action as well as fragile current dwelling sales, indicating this economy had been trapped at slow-growth devices.
Either gold as well…
FRA seeks support for new Brazilian forestry fund
Seattle, United States, August 27, 2011 -- A new Brazilian timber investment fund has attracted support from Forestry Research Associates (FRA), a research and analysis consultancy that concentrates on the forestry industry.
The new VBI Timberland Fund intends to raise $350 million through the scheme, which it will then invest in sustainable forestry projects in Brazil. The fund is aiming to put most of the money towards plantations of eucalyptus, a…
Delay in pre-pack administration changes no surprise says Business Sale Report
The announcement that the changes to the pre-pack administration process are to be delayed until next year has not come as a surprise to many, according to industry experts at the Business Sale Report (BSR).
London, UK, August 27, 2011 -- The announcement that the changes to the pre-pack administration process are to be delayed until next year has not come as a surprise to many, according to industry experts at…
AAA speaks out in support of China red wine investment fund
Boston, MA, USA - August 27, 2011 -- Reports of China’s first red wine investment fund have been welcomed by Alternative Asset Analysis, an organization that promotes alternative investments.
In a move that reflects the growing appetite for the most alternative of alternative asset classes, the DeRouge Fund plans to raise $156 million through its investment in fine red wines.
A consultancy, Z-Ben Advisers, claims that the new fund is a sensible…
CardsMadeEasy becomes an ISO 14001 certified printer
London, United Kingdom (22nd August, 2011) – CardsMadeEasy, one of the UK’s leading ‘green’ printers – specialising in business card design, leaflet printing and custom printed labels - are extremely proud to announce that they have now been made an official ISO 14001 certified printer.
ISO 14001 is the internationally recognised standard set for an Environmental Management System. It deals with all activities that can effect the environment, such as…
Dallas Lawyer Melanie Okon Honored in Texas Lawyer’s “Winning Women”
DALLAS – Citing an “almost unbeaten record” in trial and appellate cases and her commitment to clients, Texas Lawyer newspaper is honoring Dallas civil trial and appellate lawyer Melanie Okon of Taber Estes Thorne & Carr in the inaugural “Winning Women” list of the state’s top women lawyers.
In including Ms. Okon among the 2011 “Winning Women” honorees, Texas Lawyer editors noted her impressive courtroom record and intense preparation when representing…
Commercial Litigation Funding Expand Team Following Successful Business Developm …
London-based Commercial Litigation Funding Limited (CLFL) has expanded its niche commercial litigation funding expertise with the promotion of Ben Hawkins as well as the appointment of Sade Rotibi, Eva Kizlo and Christopher Wingader.
Ben Hawkins has taken over as Managing Director, with Christopher Wingader appointed as Investment Director. Ben and Christopher extended CLFL’s existing founding director team following their respective promotions and Sade Rotibi and Eva Kizlo were appointed as a…
EDSI Named to the Inc. 500|5000 List for the Third Consecutive Year
DEARBORN, MI - Aug. 25, 2011 —For the third year running, Educational Data Systems, Inc. (EDSI), a workforce development and training company headquartered in Dearborn, MI, has been named to the Inc. magazine’s Inc. 500|5000 list of the nation’s fastest-growing private companies.
The Inc. 500|5000 list represents the most comprehensive look at the most important segment of the economy—America’s independent-minded entrepreneurs. The company will be honored for this achievement at…
Baltic Aviation Academy Starts Webinar Series for Pilots Beginners
Baltic Aviation Academy started to produce webinar series for pilots beginners. The series of live educational webinars intend to uncover the aspects of choosing an aircraft type, composing the training program, performing during the trainings, forecasting the demand for vacancies and entering the job market. Live webinars are presented by Baltic Aviation Academy personnel.
The webinar is available for free viewing and can be accessed through the registration on Baltic Aviation…
Learning Light speaks at the Enable Conference, in Kraków, Poland
The Leonardo da Vinci seminar ‘Enabling labour market entry and mobility to disadvantaged groups engaging across Europe in learning through innovation’ will be held on 6th September 2011 in Krakow, Poland.
The Enable project, an EU funded Leonardo Transfer of Innovation project, has announced that its conference is to be held in Krakov, Poland, on 6th September 2011. For further details visit the Enable site (http://enable-lifelonglearning.ning.com/).
Efficio Poland is organising the conference…
BPL launches a new range of Rechargeable home lighting solutions
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Russell Roofing Makes Prestigious Top 100 Roofing Contractors List
Philadelphia Roofing Company, Russell Roofing, is listed as number 71 in the USA for top 100 Roofing Contractors
Oreland, PA, August 26, 2011 -- Leading roof repair company, Russell Roofing, has been listed at #71 in the national 2011 Top 100 Roofing Contractors List. Russell Roofing’s solid performance reveals its superior approach to service and quality has served it well in difficult economic times.
The Top 100 Roofing Contractors List is compiled…
FRA Reports on Controversial Guyana Forestry Export Ban
Forestry Research Associates (FRA), a research and analysis consultancy, has reported on the decision from the Guyana Forestry Commission to introduce new restrictions on the export of logs and lumber.
Seattle, WA, August 26, 2011 -- Forestry Research Associates (FRA), a research and analysis consultancy, has reported on the decision from the Guyana Forestry Commission to introduce new restrictions on the export of logs and lumber.
FRA said the decision has been…
First Cool Gadget for Guns: A Tactical Red Laser Gun Sight
Shenzhen, Guangdong August 26, 2011 - Chinavasion is glad to offer its first indispensable accessory for gun owners: a Tactical Red Laser Sight. This cool gadget will please everyone who uses a gun for their job such as policemen, soldiers, hunters. It is also the perfect device for those who are passionate about weaponry. Its main purpose is to help people improve their aim and accuracy to quickly reach a…
SDL Announces the Opening of Elevation Center - the Localization Industry’s Firs …
Maidenhead - U.K. , United Kingdom 15 June 2011 : SDL (LSE:SDL), the leading provider of Global Information Management solutions, today announced the launch of Elevation Center™, the localization industry’s first online, virtual briefing center for cloud computing. Elevation Center will enable individuals in the localization industry to collaborate, learn, interact and discuss ways to accelerate the adoption of cloud solutions for localization and globalization.
Over the last 2 years,…
Hyderabad's most visited local search engine and yellow pages
Stanzoopages the most popular online Hyderabad local search engine exclusively designed to meet the needs of people searching for information on products/services. While there are number of search engines dedicated for the same cause but stanzoopages niche lies in combining the features of both search engine and business directory. Within a short period of its inception it effortlessly achieved the rare distinction of being themost visited online search engine…
theLocBox Provides a Critical Layer of Added Security to Dropbox
theLocBox, a new utility created for Dropbox users, has been built to provide an additional layer of military grade encryption to files stored in the cloud technology.
Penticton, British Columbia, August 26, 2011 - Doug Oucharek and Stephen Joyce have teamed up to provide users of the Dropbox cloud storage facility with a critical layer of user-enabled protection for sensitive files and documents. Under a barrage of scrutiny due to…
Subscribe TD Power IPO: Unicon Wealth Research
TD Power System (TDP) is a manufacturer of motors and AC generators with capacities ranging from 1 – 52 MW. The company is planning to rise around Rs 227 crore via IPO. According to Unicon Wealth Research the company’s size is very small compared to its peers both in the domestic and the international markets. Post issue, TDP’s price band suggests a P/E range of 14.9x – 15.2x its FY11…
Imaginet Team in Full Support of MDMC Toy Run Charity Event
On Sunday, July 17, 2011, Handlebar, along with “5 Minutes to Clowns”- a band formed from members of Cirque du Soliel, and My Odessa – a local band, hosted a charity event supporting the Mad Dogs Toy Run Christmas Party which aims to provide gifts and food for over 100 orphans every Christmas season.
40 staff and friends of Imaginet, a long time supporter of the Mad Dogs charity events…
Arctic Front Pushing Down from the Great White North
InEdge today announced it has entered the U.S. marketplace with its expertise and innovative business intelligence solutions for insurance companies. The company’s solutions enable insurance companies to increase productivity and reduce operations costs by making data management and analysis tasks less labor intensive and time consuming.
In business since 1994, InEdge is a successful Montreal-based firm that has captured a significant share of the Canadian insurance market. Its solutions are used…
Dallas Attorney Deborah Hankinson Earns “Winning Women” Listing
DALLAS – Accomplished appellate lawyer, mediator, arbitrator and former Texas Supreme Court Justice Deborah Hankinson of the Dallas law firm Hankinson Levinger LLP has earned selection to Texas Lawyer’s “Winning Women” list.
To be considered for the “Winning Women” list, attorneys must have a track record of success in significant cases, including a major trial or appellate win since Jan. 1, 2009. Texas Lawyer vetted nominations to include lawyers who prevailed…
SimplyCast Names New Board Member
Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, August 25, 2011 - SimplyCast.com, a leader in multi-channel marketing Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) solution for organizations worldwide, today announced it has elected Aubrey Palmeter as its newest Board member.
Mr. Palmeter is the President & CEO of EastPoint Engineering Limited. During his career, Mr. Palmeter has led or participated in a broad range of consulting and construction activities including strategic planning, organizational studies, facility planning, design, business case analysis…
Thompson & Knight Expands Trial Practice in New York
New York (August 24, 2011) – The global law firm of Thompson & Knight LLP is pleased to announce that Amy A. Lehman has joined the Firm’s Trial Department as an Attorney in the New York office.
“Amy is a bright, highly motivated litigator with excellent educational credentials,” says Philip J. Kessler, the Firm’s New York Office Leader. “She will be a worthy addition in supporting the growing litigation…
Powerhouse Global Strategist & Partnership Guru Ivy McGrewor Announces Book Rele …
(Washington, DC) Entrepreneur, author, world renowned strategist -- Ivy McGregor announces the release of her second book IV:Life in conjunction with her birthday celebration at the newly opened 901 Restaurant & Bar ( 901 9th Street, NW, Washington, D.C.) on August 27 (5:00pm-8:00pm).
The two-fold celebration’s exclusive invitation only list extends to corporate executives, celebrities, political figures, other VIP guests, close friends and family.
McGregor has emerged as one of today’s most…
Costa Rica Real Estate Offers Incredible Investment Opportunities
The Costa Real Estate market is exploding and real estate consultants in the Costa Rica area are putting investors right into the thick of it! One of the major reasons for this recent interest in Costa Rica real estate is the downtrodden American and UK economies. As the dollar and pound continue to decline in buying power, consumers worldwide are looking for better investment opportunities.
Both investors and homeowners want to…
RESIDENTS OF THE BUCKINGHAM “GO GREEK” AT DINNER EVENT
Following an informative presentation on the Isles of Greece and Crete, residents of The Buckingham senior living community came together to enjoy a Greek-themed party at the community’s first Go Greek dinner event. Residents enjoyed authentic Greek food such as baba ganoush, lamb shank, Greek style grilled chicken and traditional Greek dessert, baklava. All of the courses were prepared by The Buckingham’s own executive chef, Mike Hernandez. Following dinner,…
electronica India 2011 and productronica India 2011 open their gates this Septem …
electronica India 2011 and productronica India 2011 open their gates this September!
The events will showcase advanced technologies and innovations from 13-16 September 2011
India, August 2011: The electronics industry in India has been very optimistic and consumption of electronic components is on a new high. Messe München International (MMI) has sought this opportunity and has organized electronica India 2011 and productronica India 2011 which is set to start on September 13,…
SDL Proud Winner of 2011 International Business Award
10 August 2011 : SDL, (LSE:SDL) the leading provider of Global Information Management solutions announced today that it has been awarded an International Business AwardSM for its innovative SDL BeGlobal™ product in the Best New Product - Software as a Service category and has been named as a distinguished honoree in the Company of the Year – Business Services and Executive of the Year categories.
The International Business Awards are…
Click Consult Shortlisted for Regional Business Award
Cheshire, United Kingdom (10th August, 2011), Click Consult, one of the UK's premier internet marketing agencies, have announced that they have been shortlisted for a prestigious regional business award.
The Cheshire-based organisation have been nominated in the 'EA Technology Large Business of the Year' category at the Cheshire Business Awards. Click Consult currently employ over 75 staff and deliver their multifaceted internet marketing services to over 325 clients. However,…
Partners Club: Netlaw Media’s Networking Group for the Legal Sector proves a hug …
London legal media and events organisation Netlaw Media has this week announced that it’s newly formed networking group for law firms and legal management has surpassed all expectations by registering its 220th member in less than seven weeks.
With a long list of leading Law Firms, Barristers’ Chambers and Corporates registered to attend the first Partners Club networking event in London on 15th September 2011, Netlaw Media has once again proven…
Property Luminary, Judienne Wood, is Appointed Young London Non-Executive Direct …
Multi-award winning lettings agency, Young London, has been joined by one of the industry’s leading figures, Judienne Wood.
Judienne, who retired from her position as Group Lettings Director with Kinleigh Folkard & Hayward in March after 7 years, joins Young London as non-executive director. She brings a wealth of experience and insight honed during 31 years in the industry.
Throughout Judienne’s illustrious career, she has worked with some of the best-known…
National Shed Week celebrates sheds with under floor heating
National Shed Week recently took place, where all different kinds of shed were celebrated- from those which are ultra luxurious fitted with under floor heating such as electric underfloor heating to the completely wild and wacky!
There seems to be an unrivalled bond between British folk and their garden sheds- part mystical, part practical and predominately inexplicable. While some people view their sheds as a place to escape the…
A new FL Technics Ulyanovsk aircraft technical facility is under construction in …
FL Technics Ulyanovsk, a complex aircraft technical support and maintenance services provider, has announced a further expansion of its services’ network. On the 17th of August 2011 FL Technics Ulyanovsk was granted a residence certificate for operating within the free economic zone in Ulyanovsk, Russia. The certificate was presented by the Minister of Economic Development and Trade of Russian Federation Elvira Nabiullina. The new construction of a hangar complex of…
SDL Automated Translation Solutions Give Government Organizations Timely Access …
LOS ANGELES, U.S , 25 July 2011 : SDL (LSE: SDL), the leading provider of Global Information Management solutions, is pleased to announce the release of SDL Language Weaver™ Enterprise Translation Server 5.3 (SDL LW ETS). This is the latest version of the company’s secure, on-site automated translation solution for government organizations.
Leveraging robust, statistically based technology, SDL LW ETS enables defense and intelligence agencies to have timely…
Smart-Traffic in Top Ten Search Firms in NMA Marketing Services Guide
Digital Media experts New Media Age have listed Smart Traffic as one of the Top Ten Search providers in the UK in their NMA Marketing Services Guide for 2011.
London, England, 25th August 2011 - Smart Traffic, the UK’s Largest SEO company, have been listed as one of the Top Ten search providers in the 2011 NMA Marketing Services Guide.
The sixth NMA Marketing Services Guide lists specialists in the fields of…
LinkedIn Reports Earnings
Social media website LinkedIn reported company earnings on August 4. LinkedIn is a social networking site which is more like the professional version of Facebook. LinkedIn was created with professionals in mind and is the world’s largest professional network with over 120 million professionals.
The site allows professionals to post resumes, provide current information on contacts and industry, manage their professional identity on the internet as well as pair…
Freedom and Sensitivity: Possible Twitter Troubles Ahead
Twitter has long since been an outlet through which persons can express their thoughts in a free and open manner. This is not withstanding their geographical location to go from being highly volatile or one nestled in freedom. So when a highly offensive topic becomes popular because it’s offensive what should Twitter do? The trending topic in question was #reasonstobeatyourgirlfriend.
The hashtag stirred up a love/hate relationship for many Twitter users.…
Facebook and Kids: An unhealthy habit?
WASHINGTON- Since its creation Facebook has millions of users globally of varying ages. Facebook in itself has become much an adjective as persons are seemingly ‘Facebooking’. Kids are now spending more hours on Facebook rather than engaging in other holistic activities, a trend which many see as unhealthy.
Many psychologists theorize that kids who spend hours on Facebook are more at risk for personality disorder, paranoia, anxiety and alcohol use. Larry…
Conference on LTE Asia Summit 2011 on 19th October 2011 at Shangri - La Hotel, N …
companyprofilesandconferences announce a new conference on "LTE Asia Summit 2011" which gives Business drivers & victorious strategy for accessing LTE.
India is very much in-shape for Long Term Evolution. Operators are getting to launch commercial LTE services to provide premium mobile broadband services to their customers. Long Term Evolution will be the 4th generation wireless technology in the era of telecom innovation in India to the service providers. The next level…
Lead from The Heart - A Non-Traditional Business Solution to Worker Dissatisfact …
Mark C. Crowley, former Senior Vice President at one of the nation’s largest financial institutions and award-winning leader, has authored his first book on business leadership, Lead from the Heart. Weaving personal stories of his abusive upbringing with his twenty-five year experience leading employees and teams in the financial services industry, Crowley offers a unique solution to this crisis, and it lies in the last place traditional business would seek…
