CLIFTON, N.J. (CitizenWire) — In an effort to expand small business financing to businesses previously ignored by business cash advance companies, FastUpFront has changed its financing qualifications and removed its funding limit.
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Brian Gavin Diamonds Launches Diamonds in Your FACEbook Sweepstakes
HOUSTON, Texas (CitizenWire) — Brian Gavin Diamonds announced today the launch of its ‘Diamonds in Your FACEbook Sweepstakes’ as part of its ongoing efforts to embrace social networking and reach out to new friends, current customers and fans online through social media.
Progressive Medical International to distribute Estill’s Thermal Angel Blood and IV Fluid Infusion Warmer
DALLAS, Texas (CitizenWire) — Estill Medical Technologies, Inc., the creator of the Thermal Angel Blood and IV Fluid Infusion Warmer, announced this week its plans to distribute its fluid warming product line through Progressive Medical International (PMI).
From Drug-Infested Streets and Prison to Entrepreneur, Keith Dunbar Tells His Story in New Book
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (CitizenWire) — ‘Conspired Redemption – A True Story of Winning in the Game of Life’ (ISBN: 978-1453868249), authored by Keith V. Dunbar, is a story that reveals severe drug laws while offering up hope for the future. His engaging testimony encourages youth and adults to change their thinking in an effort to […]
The Job Hunt: According to Bob Gerberg Jr, the CEO of ERI, many talented and marketable people are simply doing the wrong things
NEW YORK, N.Y. (CitizenWire) — With the highest unemployment in more than 20 years, over 40 million people are now circulating resumes. But many haven’t looked for jobs in some time and are falling victim to 10 common mistakes. According to Bob Gerberg Jr, the CEO of ERI, many talented and marketable people are simply […]
U.S. Veterans Split on Kagan Endorsement, says Chairman of Patriotic Veterans Inc
WASHINGTON, D.C., (CitizenWire) — The endorsement of Congressman Steve Kagan by the Veterans of Foreign Wars Political Action Committee has been called ‘preposterous’ by the Chairman of Patriotic Veterans Inc due to Kagan’s alleged ‘consistent lack of support for our troops in the field.’
Patent application filed for DesignWise Medical’s Overnight Pediatric Oxygen Delivery (OPOD) System
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. (CitizenWire) — DesignWise Medical, a nonprofit pediatric device organization, announced today that it has applied for its first patent with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). Formal application was prepared in cooperation with the William Mitchell School of Law Intellectual Property Clinic.
New Jersey’s Ballantine Corp. Expands Offerings to Include Tech-Savvy Imprinted Promotional Products
WAYNE, N.J. (CitizenWire) — Ballantine Corporation, a leading, full-service direct marketing production firm, announced this week that they have added a new client service to its roster – imprinted promotional products.
Del Mar DataTrac to demo upgraded point of sale solution at MBA Conference 2010
SAN DIEGO, Calif. (CitizenWire) — Del Mar DataTrac, Inc. (DMD), the leading provider of affordable end-to-end mortgage lending automation solutions will unveil and demonstrate its upgraded point of sale (POS) solution at the October 24 – 27 Mortgage Bankers Association’s (MBA) 97th Annual Conference in Atlanta. DMD’s exhibit will be located at booth #307.
Editor of of the Grandich Letter writes foreword in Michel Faulkner’s new book ‘Restoring the American Dream’
WALL, N.J. (CitizenWire) — Peter Grandich, editor and publisher of the Grandich Letter, has authored the foreword in Michel Faulkner’s new book ‘Restoring the American Dream’ (ISBN 13: 978-1-936314-30-0), which is being released nationally today. Grandich, an internationally-followed financial commentator and markets expert.
Comergence Insurance Services announces fidelity and professional indemnity insurance to TPOs
ORANGE, Calif. (CitizenWire) — Comergence Insurance Services, a wholly owned subsidiary of third-party originator (TPO) risk management solutions provider Comergence Compliance Monitoring, announced it now offers fidelity and professional indemnity insurance to TPOs – the first of its kind within the industry.
U.S. Government Agencies Hold Consultation Sessions with Tribal Leaders
WASHINGTON, D.C. (CitizenWire) — In conjunction with the United States review of its position on the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, the Department of State and other Federal agencies will host two events in October. The first is a consultation with Tribal Leaders on October 14 from 1:00p.m. to 4:00 p.m. The […]
RoweBots Research announces Unison Ultra Tiny Linux OS for Renesas MCUs
ANAHEIM, Calif. (CitizenWire) — RoweBots today announced the immediate availability of Unison, an ultra-tiny Linux compatible OS for Renesas Electronics RX microcontrollers. Developers now have the option for Linux-based embedded design when using RX devices. With continued broadening of its ecosystem, Renesas Electronics America continues to provide ease of adoption of RX devices.
Space City Mixer events are bringing the ‘Ultimate Halloween Bash’ to Seattle
SEATTLE, Wash. (CitizenWire) — This year Space City Mixer events are bringing you the ‘Ultimate Halloween Bash’ Halloween Party. It is the biggest Halloween Costume Party in Seattle! Tonight, you’re in control. Be anything you want to be. Tonight is the night to bring out your ultimate costume.
Career Expert Robert J Gerberg Jr Suggests a Simple 7-Step Negotiating System That Can Bring Thousands of Dollars to a Job Hunter
NEW YORK, N.Y. (CitizenWire) — Less than 3% of executive job seekers are prepared for negotiating, maintains Robert J. Gerberg Jr., CEO of SET, a personal marketing firm working with executives, professionals and managers seeking $100,000 or more.
Talent measurement company wins Bronze Award for the CLO Excellence in Customer Service Award
CHICAGO, Ill. (CitizenWire) — KnowledgeAdvisors, the world’s largest provider of learning and talent measurement solutions, is the proud recipient of the Bronze Award for the CLO Excellence in Customer Service category.
All City Sportz Corp announces A New Way to Stay in Shape in Chicago this Fall
CHICAGO, Ill. (CitizenWire) — All City Sportz Corp., a brand new Chicago-based adult recreational sports group, is announcing their grand opening with the launch of Men’s pick-up basketball. This highly organized program allows individuals the opportunity to stay in shape while enjoying basketball without season commitments and provides a flexible play-as-you-pay registration process.
EASEUS Software Helps IT Managers Easily Resize a Server Partition with Its Server Partition Manager
NEW YORK, N.Y. (CitizenWire) — EASEUS Partition Master Server, the comprehensive Windows server partition manager and system optimization software for Windows-based administration, enables you to resize server partitions easily and maximize performance of a physical Windows Server. And for developers, you even can get the ownership of its source code to meet your specific needs.
KnowledgeAdvisors client named 2010 CLO of the Year
CHICAGO, Ill. (CitizenWire) — KnowledgeAdvisors, the world’s largest provider of learning and talent measurement solutions, today proudly congratulates Tamar Elkeles, Vice President of Qualcomm Learning and Development Center, who was named 2010 CLO of the Year by Chief Learning magazine at the Fall 2010 Chief Learning Symposium.
Home Remodeling Projects Shrink as Homeowners Worry; But News Is Not All Bad, reports RemodelorMove.com
SUNNYVALE, Calif. (CitizenWire) — A recent report released by Remodelormove.com revealed that homeowners continue to scale back on remodeling projects in response to concern over the economy. ‘We release these industry reports every six months based on a survey of 5,000 homeowners who are considering changing their home – either remodeling or moving,’ says Dan […]
Join Silicon Valley Comfort Keepers to Help STOP Senior Hunger During Hunger Action Month
SAN JOSE, Calif. (CitizenWire) — A startling number of U.S. seniors risk going hungry due to the inability to obtain sufficient food for their household or having to choose between food and medical care. During September Hunger Action Month, and through Thanksgiving, Silicon Valley area Comfort Keepers are asking the community to make food donations […]
Estill Medical Technologies adds Paul K. Carlton, Jr., M.D., to Advisory Board
DALLAS, Texas (CitizenWire) — Estill Medical Technologies, Inc., the creator of the Thermal Angel Blood Warmer, announced this week that Paul K. Carlton, Jr., M.D., Lt. General, USAF (Ret) has joined its advisory board.
Pet-care ventures are thriving says business broker Loren Marc Schmerler
ATLANTA, Ga. (CitizenWire) — The economy may be in the doghouse, but Georgia businesses that pamper pooches and caress kittens are doing well. Last year, top Georgia business broker Loren Marc Schmerler, of Bottom Line Management, Inc., helped owners sell two pet-centered businesses, and says such businesses are bucking the economic trend.
California Intercontinental University launches ‘Think About It’ Public Service Announcement Campaign
DIAMOND BAR, Calif. (CitizenWire) — The mission to bring education to everyone across America took center stage last week at the Distance Education and Training Council workshop at the Brown Palace Hotel in Denver, Colorado. The public service announcement (PSA) entitled ‘Think About It’ was warmly received by over 100 schools in attendance. The ‘Think […]
Shirley Franklin, Greek Organizations and Community Leaders Join Georgia Rally to Encourage Women to Vote
ATLANTA, Ga. (CitizenWire) — The ballot power of women will be the focus this Saturday as actress, singer and activist, Sheryl Lee Ralph; chair of the National Congress of Black Women, E Faye Williams, Esq; former Atlanta Mayor, Shirley Franklin; and women from across the state assemble for ‘Women in Power Multicultural Forum,’ a nonpartisan […]
PMRG Meeting: Navigating Healthcare’s Shifting Currents: Essential Techniques for the Healthcare Marketing Researcher
ATLANTA, Ga. (CitizenWire) — CMI, a full-service marketing research company, has been chosen for the second consecutive year to present a session at The Fourth Annual Meeting of the PMRG Institute in Boston, Mass., on Oct. 24-26, 2010. The theme for this year’s conference is ‘Navigating Healthcare’s Shifting Currents: Essential Techniques for the Healthcare Marketing […]
Using Retirement Funds to Buy a Business in Georgia – GABB Event with Jerry Darnell Covers the Basics
ATLANTA, Ga. (CitizenWire) — Many skilled but unemployed workers have taken advantage of tax laws that enable them to use funds from retirement accounts to buy a new business, and the Georgia Association of Business Brokers (GABB) will hear an industry expert describe the process at their Oct. 26 meeting.
Auto enthusiast Donald Bayeur launches new website, AutomotiveExpos.com
TACOMA, Wash. (CitizenWire) — Donald Bayeur owns and operates the new website, AutomotiveExpos.com. It serves as an online auto expo site where people seeking automotive insights can go to find answers, and to learn about the many different classic cars of the past and present.
Financial Advisor Paul Granito Among ‘Best of Best’ at Barron’s Summit
PARAMUS, N.J. (CitizenWire) — Paul Granito, First Vice President, Financial Advisor at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney was one of approximately 500 financial advisors who were selected by their firms to attend the sixth-annual Barron’s Winner’s Circle Top Advisors Summit, hosted by Barron’s magazine to promote best practices in the industry and the value of advice […]
Self-proclaimed movie nerd and critic, Dylan Woods, launches Web site for his passion
TULSA, Okla. (CitizenWire) — Dylan Woods owns and operates the new website, Real Nerds Reel Movies. It serves as an online community where people seeking movie insights can go to find answers, and to learn about the many different genres of movies and film of the past and present. His website says that every movie […]
Jeff Koch, senior loan officer of Preferred Mortgage Corporation, announced this week that Manhattan mortgage rates are at record lows
NEW YORK, N.Y. (CitizenWire) — Jeff Koch, senior loan officer of Preferred Mortgage Corporation, announced this week that Manhattan mortgage rates are at record lows. This information is based on a survey released by Freddie Mac, the second largest mortgage finance company. It reported that 30 and 15-year Manhattan mortgage rates either tied or reached […]
Benefit for Atlanta Habitat for Humanity During MBA 97th Annual Conference
ATLANTA, Ga. (CitizenWire) — International Document Services, Inc. (IDS), a mortgage document preparation vendor, and Atlanta Habitat for Humanity, one of the top producers of affordable home ownership opportunities among U.S. Habitat affiliates, have teamed up to challenge attendees at the Mortgage Bankers Association’s (MBA) 97th Annual Convention and Expo to raise $10,000 for Atlanta […]
Convert NTFS to FAT32 Partitions without Losing Data
NEW YORK CITY, N.Y. (CitizenWire) — NTFS to FAT32 Converter, the most professional and reliable tool for converting a file system, has been released by Aomei Technology. Its prominent advantage in an operation – convert NTFS to FAT32 on the condition that the data security is ensured.
Online Travel Agency, CheapOair, Wins 2010 Travel Weekly Magellan Awards
NEW YORK, N.Y. (CitizenWire) — CheapOair is the proud recipient of three of Travel Weekly’s esteemed 2010 Magellan Awards. CheapOair was honored with a Gold Award in the Promotional Videos category and Silver Awards in the Booking Interface and TV Campaign categories. The Travel Weekly Magellan Awards recognize the best in the travel industry.
Bran-Rae sets the tone for audible electric vehicle sounds with EVtones
ORLANDO, Fla. (CitizenWire) — Bran-Rae today announced the launch of EVtones, an MP3 download service providing unique MP3 music tones, tunes and sounds for electric and electric hybrid vehicles. Car sounds, jet engines, etc. will also be offered as downloads to an electric vehicles MP3 compatible tone generating system.
3in4 Association is Highlighting the Critical Need to Plan for Extended Care with ‘Nearly 3 in 4 Need More Campaign’
KIRKLAND, Wash. (CitizenWire) — Today the non-profit 3in4 Association, established by thirteen long term care insurance leaders, announces the formation of an advisory board and executive committee for the ‘Nearly 3 in 4 Need More Campaign.’
MEPI Announces New Funding for its Flagship Leaders for Democracy Fellowship
WASHINGTON, D.C. (CitizenWire) — The U.S. Department of State’s Office of the Middle East Partnership Initiative (MEPI) is pleased to announce a new award to support the ongoing Leaders for Democracy Fellowship project (LDF), which provides mid-career democracy advocates from the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) with the practical skills and networking opportunities needed […]
Recently graduated mechanical engineer from the University of Cincinnati, Mr. James Bonar joins Ohio’s Energy Optimizers
TIPP CITY, Ohio (CitizenWire) — Energy Optimizers, USA is proud to announce the hiring of recently graduated mechanical engineer from the University of Cincinnati, Mr. James Bonar. James’ final engineering project was designing, building, and testing a wind turbine as a home installation kit. With a background in engineering and alternative energy, Energy Optimizers, USA […]
According to job placement expert, Robert J. Gerberg, Jr., ‘Technology makes a difference in a job hunt’
DENVER, Colo. (CitizenWire) — Several companies have been investing in technology that instantly connects people to most available jobs. One of them, a venture capital backed firm named SET, has invested $35 million to pioneer ways for making job hunting easier. Robert J. Gerberg Jr., CEO of SET, points out that there are thousands of […]
New U.S. Regulations for Shipping Hazardous Materials went into Effect Oct. 1st, 2010
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (CitizenWire) — As of October 1, 2010, shippers must be in compliance with the new rules for DOT packaging, emergency response numbers, special permits, and security plans. Lion Technology will cover these new hazmat rules in its hands-on training workshops in Las Vegas on October 21-22; Milwaukee on October 25-26; St. Louis […]