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SGS to Attend EWEA 2012 in Copenhagen, Denmark
SGS will be attending EWEA 2012 in Copenhagen, Denmark as one of over 400 exhibitors. The services offered by SGS Renewable Energy will be presented throughout the exhibition at stand E-C79.
EWEA 2012, held at the Bella Center, is Europe's premier wind energy event, combining a comprehensive, high-quality conference with a first class exhibition and incomparable networking opportunities.
The four-day event provides an exciting opportunity for SGS to demonstrate its wide portfolio…
MBAF's David Barbeito Hosts Rock Out For Autism Speaks
MIAMI - David Barbeito, CPA, CEPA, principal-in-charge of the Audit Department at nationally recognized public accounting firm Morrison, Brown, Argiz & Farra, LLC (MBAF), recently hosted the Rock out for Autism Speaks: Miami, a fundraising event benefitting 2012 Walk Now for Austism Speaks. Barbeito, a leading member of MBAF's team for the walk, helped raise more than $5,000 for the charity.
"We are proud of David's accomplishments for the Autism…
NADCAP Accredited Aerospace Metal Finisher Technical Metal Finishing (TMF) Predi …
A major expense in the aviation industry that’s paramount to the safety and longevity of its aircraft is preventing corrosion. That’s why the electrolytic passivation process known as anodizing which is used to increase the corrosion and water resistance of surface metal parts is such a coveted topic within the aviation sector. Quite simply put, the longer aircraft parts can keep from corroding, the longer they last. The longer the…
Industrial Computer Cases From Kiosks Inc Provides Excellent Computer Protection …
Businesses all over the world are constantly looking for ways that they can protect their computer systems from the harsh elements that are all too common in most manufacturing facilities. Dust and other airborne particles can get inside computer systems and cause them to malfunction, or stop working all together. An industrial computer case can help to protect even the most sophisticated computer systems from these types of dangerous elements.
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Apex 300 Unveils Eco-Green Charity Program
Apex 300 unveils our Charity Fundraiser Eco-Green Program designed to assist Charities and Non-Profit organizations in their fundraising initiatives by offering a complete line of branded, Eco-safe cleaning products.
Mishawaka, IN, March 22, 2012 -- Apex 300 proudly announces the unveiling of our Charity Fundraiser Eco-Green Program. The Eco-Green Program is designed to assist charitable and non-profit organizations in their fundraising initiatives through the sale of a complete, branded, eco-safe line…
Audi North Scottsdale earns top Magna Society Elite Award honors from Audi for t …
Scottsdale, Arizona - March 21, 2012 - As a 2011 Magna Society Elite Award winner, Audi North Scottsdale has been recognized as one of 10 elite Audi dealerships in the United States and a leader in a year that saw the premium car brand achieve record nationwide sales of 117,561 vehicles.
The Magna Society Elite Award acknowledges Audi dealers that deliver exceptional customer service, maintain strong sales and demonstrate excellence…
Survey: Banking Apps Weak On Many Features Users Look For
Zurich, 21 March 2012.Of the 10 most important features user expect of their banking mobile apps,for only three is provision by the banks adequate. This is a leading finding of a survey by MyPrivateBanking Research,in which the Swiss research company compared the features integrated into the mobile apps from world’s 50 top banks with the needs voiced by the users of banking apps.
Besides obligatory basic features such as online…
The American Midmarket Meets the German Mittelstand
An intimate gathering of fifteen CEOs of German Mittelstand companies and fifteen CEOs of American midsize companies will take place in Charleston, SC on April 27 and 28, 2012. The Mittelstand companies are all in the automotive sector and are coming to share their experiences with and learn from successful automotive companies in the US Midmarket.
The gathering is designed to foster a frank and open exchange of…
Adaptik Corporation Sponsors Ben Franklin i xchange for the Third Consecutive Ye …
Bethlehem, PA-March 20, 2012—Adaptik is pleased to announce its partner-level sponsorship of the Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Northeastern Pennsylvania (BFTP/NEP) i xchange for the third consecutive year. Scheduled for Tuesday evening, May 8, 2012, the i xchange is recognized as a premier business and technology networking event for entrepreneurs, venture capitalists, educators, economic development professionals as well as business and community leaders.
The networking event will be followed by keynote…
Exhilway to launch India’s first online private capital market solution next mon …
Exhilway, the India based leading wealth management consultant will launch India’s first online private capital market next month. This will be somewhat similar to United States based private exchanges like sharespost and secondmarket. This online platform will help India’s fastest growing companies to raise capital and build market capitalization without going for the initial public offering. The cost of raising funds on Exhilway’s private capital market will be one tenth…
Kazawest adds 40-storey high-rise tower in Coquitlam to its Strata Management Po …
Vancouver, BC, March 21, 2012
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Kazawest Services Inc. is pleased to announce the addition of a 40-storey hi-rise building located in Coquitlam (www.coquitlam.ca) to its strata management portfolio. The property comprises over 300,000 square feet of hi-rise condo residences and is steps away from Coquitlam Centre shopping mall and the future Evergreen Line SkyTrain station.
Several months ago the strata council for the property started an initiative to find a…
Wooshii to Establish North American Headquarters in Halifax
Manchester, U.K., March 14, 2012 – Wooshii, an online marketplace for video and animation, announced today it will set up its North American Headquarters and Global Development Centre in Halifax, N.S., to take advantage of the city’s location, infrastructure and pool of talent.
Founded in 2009 in Manchester, U.K., Wooshii allows buyers (such as organizations or corporations) to quickly and cost-effectively find creative content providers to produce rich media, such as…
Revised U.S. Toy Safety Standard ASTM F963-11 Gains CPSC Approval
In an effort to safeguard children by proactively upgrading toy safety standards, ASTM International published and released F963-11 on December 15, 2011, which updates and replaces the 2008 version of the Standard Consumer Safety Specifications for Toy Safety. Following unanimous approval by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) the updates were published in the U.S. Federal Register on February 22, 2012 and will become a mandatory toy safety standard effective…
Two Warning Signs for the Stock Market, Trading Report by Leading Financial News …
The S&P 500, has had a tremendous run from the October lows, but Sasha Cekerevac, contributor to popular financial newsletter Profit Confidential, is pointing out two criteria that are alerting him to the market sentiment of the S&P 500, both of which are leading him to believe a market correction is due.
In a recent article he wrote titled, Two Reasons to Worry about the S&P 500, Cekerevac outlines two indicators…
Construction Courses Easily Explained With Trade Assessments
In the current economic climate with so many younger people unemployed it is good to see Trade Assessments, a local Hampshire training provider taking active steps to help those looking to improve their career opportunities in the construction industry by launching a brand new website packed full of useful construction training information.
David Finden, Managing Director of Trade Assessments Limited (TAL) said,
“We have a wealth of experience and expertise in the…
Connect with Oliver Wight’s Integrated Business Planning at SupplyLink 2012
Peter Metcalfe, Partner at business improvement specialists, Oliver Wight, will be running a technical workshop session at the 2012 SupplyLink Conference from the Philippine Institute for Supply Management (PISM) on the 19th-20th April 2012.
The two-day event, which will be held in Manila in the Philippines, sees PISM expand its annual event to a regional conference and exhibit, for the first time. Metcalfe’s workshop, ‘Integrated Business Planning – the New and…
SGS Invitation to Attend Free Webinar on Storage Tank Inspection in March and Ap …
Since storage tank corrosion can cause environmental contamination and losses, it is of utmost importance to ensure the safety and reliability of tanks in order to avoid disasters.
Due to the growing interest in storage tank inspection services, SGS is delighted to invite you to a free 60-minute webinar, entitled “Understanding Aboveground Storage Tank Inspection,” presented by the SGS Tank Competence Center.
SGS will provide this free, globally available webinar on storage…
CandyDate Jobs to list on secondary markets in April
CandyDate Jobs India, the leading human resource consultancy with a user base of nine million will list on secondary markets this April to provide exit to the early investors. CandyDate Jobs which announced entry into online job portal services via its website candydatejobs.com has valued its per registered user at INR 382 or US $7.60 commanding a valuation of little over INR 356 crore or US $70.76 million. The partners…
Engage PEO reports Stellar Sales Growth
St. Petersburg, Fla. - March 21, 2012 -- Engage PEO, a leading professional employer organization providing HR outsourcing solutions to small and mid-sized businesses, today announced that its sales growth for the fourth quarter of 2011 exceeded goals by 200 percent. With hundreds of worksite employees already experiencing Engage’s “Expect More” benefits and service philosophy, the company continues to grow with a focus on its unique insurance broker partnership model…
IAGO Limited: Russian Arctic Oil
Located in the Pechora Sea, oil drilling is planned to start in March at the first permanent offshore oil platform named the Prirazlomnaya platform. The platform was tugged from Murmansk to its designated place in the Pechora Sea in August and positioned in the oil field located in the eastern part of the Pechora Sea about 60 kilometers north of the Nenets Autonomous Okrug.
“The most important task right now is…
Oxi Fresh Carpet Cleaning Founder, CEO and President Earns 2012 “40 under 40” …
Jonathan Barnett Honored by Denver Business Journal
(LAKEWOOD, COLO.) - Oxi Fresh Carpet Cleaning® has become one of the nation’s fastest growing, environmentally-friendly carpet cleaning franchises. The company has received recognition by Entrepreneur magazine in their “Franchise 500” four times running. This past year, the franchise earned two distinctions in the Inc. 500/5000. Now, the franchise’s 32 year old founder, President and CEO, Jonathan Barnett has received an accolade for all…
Small Business Resource Joins Support for JOBS Act
ChooseWhat.com is thrilled with the prospect of the JOBS Act, a bill currently making its way through the United States Congress, becoming the signed law of the land within the next few months. The legislation, which has already passed the U.S. House of Representatives and awaits action by the Senate, is specifically designed to make it easier for startups and small businesses to expand and raise capital.
As the premier resource…
TMHE Earns Universum Award for Excellence in Employer Branding
Toyota Material Handling Europe (TMHE) is awarded by Universum for offering diversified international career opportunities.
Selected from amongst fellow nominees Danske Bank, PostNord and Finansinspektionen, Toyota Material Handling Europe (TMHE) was awarded ‘Employer Branding Company of the Year’ on 13th March at the Universum Awards 2012 in Stockholm. Having begun collaboration with Universum in order to strengthen its employment strategy, TMHE is now being recognised for its excellent efforts in…
iAutomation Becomes Latest Dunkermotor Channel Partner
Engineering-focused automation solutions provider adds Dunkermotor intelligent servo motors, brushed DC motors and gearmotors, as well as linear motors, to its motion control portfolio.
Elgin, IL, March 20, 2012 - East Coast automation solutions provider iAutomation has expanded its product portfolio through a new channel partner agreement covering Dunkermotor's fractional horsepower brushed and brushless DC motors and intelligent servo motors, as well as its Thrust Tube linear motors. Headquartered in Beverly,…
Eastern Europe entrusts its energy independence to biogas
Eastern European countries, dependent on Russian oil and gas supplies, plan to develop biogas plants at city dumpsters and waste water treatment facilities at the nearest future. Biogas technologies provide a waste-free recycling solution and strengthen countries’ independence from imported fuels. While projects in Bulgaria and Poland are still at planning stages, Slovakia already has a biogas facility at an agricultural farm in Kamenica nad Cirochou ready for a launch.
As…
Academy accounting software will be exhibited by DMC Software at The Academies S …
Award-winning Sage and Microsoft Business Partner, DMC Software, will exhibit a new Accounting for Academies platform at The Academies Show 2012.
DMC Software Solutions, Sage Platinum Partner and Sage Circle of Excellence Winners, will be exhibiting for the first time at this year’s Academies Show at Olympia, London on 16th May 2012, stand 22. On stand, visitors will able to discuss best practices with DMC Software Academy Accounting experts and see…
Global HR
The HR function is having to adjust itself to the implications of the globalisation of business activity. This has meant adjusting its philosophy, policies and practices to fit new organisational imperatives, as well as creating its own refashioned service delivery model. Global HR explores the key issues of building an international brand, culture and talent pool, whilst contributing to business and functional transformation, drawing on examples from multinationals in telecoms,…
The Internationalisation of Corruption
With an inclusive and broad-based understanding of corruption from the perspective of international studies as an interdisciplinary space in the social sciences, the authors of The Internationalisation of Corruption have produced a book that is accessible to anyone approaching the study of corruption from any one of the different disciplinary traditions.
Hardback 302 pages March 2012 ISBN 978-1-4094-1129-1
Price £70.00/US$134.95
Available from Gower and Amazon
Gower is recognised…
Chinese Economy Slowing Down Dramatically; Special Report by Leading Financial N …
China’s premier reduced the country’s GDP economic forecast for growth in 2012 to 7.5% from 8.0% and, according to Michael Lombardi, lead contributor to Profit Confidential, this drop is significant. In Lombardi’s article, China’s Economic Growth to Come Crashing Down?, he outlines his worry in a Chinese economic slowdown scenario.
If GDP growth comes in as expected in 2012 at 7.5%, it would be the lowest economic growth experienced in China…
Aleva Neurotherapeutics Expands Board of Directors
- Entrepreneur Martin Velasco and Industry Expert Scott R. Ward Appointed as Board Members -
Lausanne, Switzerland, March 20, 2012 – Aleva Neurotherapeutics, a company developing next-generation implants for Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) in major neurological indications such as Parkinson´s disease or depression, today announced the expansion of its Board of Directors. Martin Velasco, a seasoned entrepreneur and business angel, and Scott R. Ward, advisor and former Senior Vice President and…
Brightbridge Wealth Management Headlines:World nuclear powers on after Fukushima …
LONDON, March 8 (Reuters) – A year after the Fukushima nuclear accident most of the world continues running and building nuclear power, but extra risk control measures imposed in the wake of the disaster will increase the cost of operating nuclear plants.
Japan’s reactor meltdowns at the Fukushima nuclear plant triggered by a deadly earthquake and tsunami on March 11 last year shook the nuclear world and raised a question…
SGS provides Efficacy-Testing and Claim-Support for Skin Care Cosmetics
Scientific substantiation of efficacy claims of cosmetic products is required by national and international authorities. SGS recently launched a laboratory in Germany dedicated to measuring important parameters associated with skin-care products, such as skin moisturizing (Corneometer®), skin barrier integrity (Tewameter®), wrinkle-reduction (PRIMOS®) and deodorant efficiency (sniff-test). In addition, dermatology studies form a part of the new SGS laboratory testing portfolio.
Worldwide, consumer organizations and the cosmetics industry make sure that their…
SGS Hong Kong Accredited As a Conformity Assessment Body (CAB)
SGS is pleased to announce that its subsidiary, the International Electrical Certification Center Ltd. (IECC), has been accredited as a Conformity Assessment Body (CAB) by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is an independent United States government agency, established by the Communications Act of 1934. It is charged with regulating interstate and international communications by radio, television, wire, satellite and cable. The FCC's jurisdiction covers 50 states,…
Boyd Clark Resource Capital Solutions: Oil Exploration Pushes Through
Despite of demand concerns on crude oil and fuels, exploration push are going through. Like in US, some analysts believes that within a decade, they will no longer need to import crude oil and they might even be a natural gas exporter, which Boyd Clark Resource Capital Solutions thinks that it would be possible.
Energy companies making use of techniques such as hydraulic fracturing, along with horizontal drilling, are opening very…
WSI Internet Franchise Announces a New Regional Master in Northern England
" World’s Leading Digital Marketing Franchise Announces New Regional Master in Northern England "
Toronto, Canada, February 3, 2012 – WSI, the world’s #1 Internet franchise, is pleased to announce Steve Harvey-Franklin as New Regional Master for Northern England. With 8 years of WSI franchise experience, Steve is excited to build an agency in the UK that will make digital marketing strategies even more accessible to small and medium businesses…
AuraPortal Stands out from the rest of the BPM vendors in the World Classificati …
OVUM is an international independent consultancy company that forms part of the Datamonitor Group. It bases its analysis on over 400,000 interviews with business and technology executives, who provide an unprecedented knowledge, not only of the business requirements, but also of the technology that organizations should be supporting.
Woburn (Boston), MA, March 16, 2012 - AuraPortal (www.auraportal.com), a global provider of Business Process Management (BPM) has announced that its BPM Suite…
Bankers Advocate Named One of Constant Contact’s 2011 All Stars
Bankers Advocate recognized for achieving exemplary marketing results.
JUPITER, FL — March 15, 2012 – Bankers Advocate, a boutique sales, mergers and acquisitions firm which designs and executes successful exit strategies for entrepreneurs, has received the 2011 All Star Award from Constant Contact®, Inc., the trusted marketing advisor to more than half a million small organizations worldwide. Each year, a select group of Constant Contact customers are honored with the All…
Diane Ingrassia to Head Paypro Corporation’s Newly Expanded HR & Benefits Servic …
HAUPPAUGE, New York (March 16, 2012) – Paypro Corporation is excited to announce the expansion of its HR & Benefits Services Division and the promotion of Diane Ingrassia from HR Specialist to HR & Benefits Services Manager to head the division.
As a result of the continued and extraordinary success of Paypro’s HR & Employee Benefits programs, Paypro will be expanding its HR & Employee Benefits Solutions offerings as well…
German Technical Inspection Authority relies on Reboard mobile BI solutions
Stuttgart, March 14, 2012. The German Technical Inspection Authority, TÜV SÜD, has taken on the Business Intelligence solutions from the Stuttgart based BI specialist, Reboard, for mobile reporting and access to its SAP Business Warehouse. Thanks to Reboard’s cross-platform software, the TÜV SÜD Management Board can now access relevant, centrally stored corporate data via smartphones and tablet PCs. The available mobile information includes key reports, sales figures and data on…
Canada and United States Tighten Chemical Safety Legislation for Footwear and Ap …
As consumer product health and safety concerns are increasingly reflected in the practices of global brands, the United States, Canada and Mexico are making a concerted effort to eliminate the use of toxic materials in the footwear and apparel industries. The three countries have thus reached an understanding on actions needed to strengthen their trilateral cooperation for the safety of consumers.
The California law, Proposition 65, has been around since…
McDonald’s Employs Brilliant Long-term Strategy, reports Leading Financial e-New …
The investment strategy of McDonald’s Corporation to continually innovate has been highly successful in driving corporate earnings year after year, according to Sasha Cekerevac, contributor to popular financial e-newsletter Profit Confidential. Cekerevac highlights the latest innovations of McDonald’s in his recent article, Why McDonald’s Is Brilliant.
Cekerevac notes that continued innovation has driven the stock price of McDonald’s from $13.00 in 2003, to approximately $100.00 today, with a dividend yield of…
Fleming Group introduces brand American Leaders
CHICAGO, 1st March 2012 – Worldwide conference organizer Fleming Group launched its American brand this January in Chicago, Illinois. Under the name of American Leaders, the branch will continue the mission of its successful sisters Fleming Europe, Fleming Gulf and Kakushin Webinars established in Europe, Middle East and Asia.
American Leaders will unite US decision makers from selected industries at summits, forums and conferences. CEOs, VPs, Heads and other key…
Sassy Scrubs Announces the Top 5 Reason for Expanding Their Company’s Social Med …
March 16, 2012 -- Penn Yan, NY -- Although copious amounts of research and studies have implied that today’s consumers don’t wish to be a target for marketing through their social media, Sassy Scrubs (a US based manufacturer and online retailer of hospital and medical nursing scrubs) found that their customer base welcomed the company’s new social media initiatives. Sassy Scrubs recently announced the top 5 reasons for expanding their…
GST network rollout by Aug ’12 positive for MSMEs, says IndiaMART CEO Dinesh Aga …
Implementation of GST welcomed
Appreciate allocation of Rs.5,000 cr to SIDBI for venture fund for MSMEs
New Delhi, 16th March, 2012: Sharing his views on the Union Budget 2012-13, Mr. Dinesh Aagarwal, Founder & CEO, IndiaMART.com, India's largest online B2B marketplace, said, "“We welcome the Union Budget 2012-13 presented by the Hon’ble Finance Minister (FM) today.
While the FM called for speedy reforms today, the Budget did not indicate much in that direction.…
Motif Organizes its 10th Annual Blood Donation Drive - 2012
Ahmedabad, March 14, 2012
Motif, a leading global BPO and KPO services provider, organizes many philanthropic events throughout the year, such as the Motif Charity Walk, Blood Donation Drive and Christmas Celebrations for the underprivileged. As part of these giving back to the community events, Motif organized its 10th Annual Blood Donation Drive on Tuesday, March 13 and Wednesday, March 14, 2012. The event was held in collaboration with Prathama Blood…
FPL and NASA - A Powerful Partnership
"Whether it's supporting future space flight or the growing needs of businesses and residents of the Space Coast, FPL and its Cape Canaveral Next Generation Clean Energy Center will stand ready to power that future with affordable, reliable electricity," said Mark Lemasney, FPL's General Manager at its Cape Canaveral Plant.
Juno Beach, FL (March 16, 2012) -- In April, 1965, just weeks before astronaut Ed White opened the hatch of Gemini…
Home renovation and construction services by builders in Guildford
United Kingdom. March 16, 2012. MJ Pryce builders, a leading home renovation and construction company now introduces the services of their professional and certified Builders in Guildford.
Either one has been considering the home construction or renovation in some part of the home like home extension or loft conversion, the MJ Pryce Builders Guildford can help do the job to top quality standards. They are a team of skilled and…
DaiwaCan choose Systech Illinois’ PermMate for simple and effective permeability …
One of Japan's leading packaging manufacturers, DaiwaCan supply beverage manufacturers with top quality containers and creative packaging solutions.
Daiwa Can’s plastic container range are multi-layer packages manufactured using a deep-draw vacuum thermoforming process. This method involves creating a centre barrier layer, which improves the oxygen barrier performance of the container and protects the contents. Layer materials and thicknesses can be chosen according to the specifications best suited to the contents.…
Payroll Software Company Hosts Free Educational Webinar
Gatekeeper Business Solutions proprietary labor management system includes time and attendance, integrated payroll, scheduling and data collection devices. The webinar will be held Thursday, March 22nd from 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. EDT.
The time & attendance software will be discussed in detail with an emphasis on Quarter End Reports. Webinar attendees will learn how to run and reconcile critical reports, such as the Quarterly Federal Tax Return, 941’s, Quarterly Reconciliation,…
Sutherland Asbill & Brennan Attorneys Earn 2012 Texas Rising Stars Honors
HOUSTON (Thursday, March 15, 2012) – The Houston office of Sutherland Asbill & Brennan LLP is proud to announce that partners David Baay and Daniel Johnson and associate Juan Garcia are highlighted in the 2012 Texas Rising Stars listing.
The annual list of Texas’ top up-and-coming lawyers is compiled by Thomson Reuters Legal division based on a statewide poll of attorneys. Nominees must be age 40 or younger or have been…
