Friday 25 November 2011

Wind Energy Update: The Importance of a Safety Culture for Wind Turbine Technicians

London, UK (PRWEB) July 09, 2011

Some would argue that that there is no actual new technology within a wind farm that doesnt already exist in other industries today. They say that it is just presented at height and that this is a hazard that is already fully understood and already well controlled. In fact most wind farm operators are indeed getting safety right, but its the minority who arent that we hear about.


So the industry consensus is that the importance of safety does not lie with the turbine itself being a hazard, but rather with the safety mentality of the technician working on it.


Wind Energy Update recently interviewed Eric Endreszl, Head of Operations at US Climb and Abseil about the US wind sectors performance on onshore turbine Health and Safety. Endreszl comments there are improvements that need to be made, especially around enclosed spaces but follows most companies are already training their employees correctly.


In such a nascent industry it is the inexperienced workers that are more at risk. Wind turbine technicians therefore need to build upon their already existing safety culture within the workplace to promote the development of appropriate safety and health compliance requirements for work in the industry.


Endreszl goes on to point out that it should be the responsibility of the trainer to act as a medium between upper management and the technicians through advanced communication. And that this should be a two way street with workers being encouraged to feed back to management on potential risks in their daily work. This has already enabled wind farm operators to deal with issues before they become a problem.


As Endreszl points out, most companies involved in the wind industry are training their employees correctly so its crucial that these companies to share their knowledge with the wider industry in an attempt to educate and reveal simple ways to keep employees safe. Wind Energy Update have put together a meeting on September 8 9 in Dallas TX where Eric and dozens more wind safety professionals will be discussing these issues in more detail. Full details on this event can be found at http://www.windenergyupdate.com/health-safety-usa


Alternatively, to listen to the podcast this press release is based upon, simply go to the following website: http://www.windenergyupdate.com/health-safety-usa/Eric_Endreszl.shtml


For more details on the podcast or the meeting in Dallas in September contact jon(at)windenergyupdate(dot)com


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SNL Financial Hosts 2010 Insurance Brokerage Summit in New York City

Charlottesville, VA (Vocus) October 25, 2010

SNL Financial, in collaboration with MarshBerry & Co., will host the 4th Annual SNL Insurance Brokerage Summit on November 10, 2010, at the Union League Club in New York City.


Produced by the SNL Center for Financial Education, the Summit will feature more than twenty leading executives, advisers and investors in the insurance brokerage industry sharing their insights on strategic planning, growth and M&A in the sector.


Topics will include:

The evolving distribution strategies of insurance carriers
The soft market and impact of current economic environment on the sector
Detailed insight into middle-market strategies
Key measures of profitability and financial strength
Valuation trends and the expectations of brokerage buyers and sellers
Strategic approaches to managing cash flow challenges and maximizing agency value
New perspectives on carriers and agencies to enhance your ability to make proactive management, investment and operational decision

The Summit provides essential intelligence on how to grow and thrive in the sector today and where it is headed tomorrow,'' said Greg Gartland, Managing Director of the SNL Center for Financial Education. ''No other event brings together a more diverse group of financiers and operators in the insurance distribution industry.


The Union League Club is located at 38 East 37th Street in New York City. To register, or for more information, please visit http://www.snlcenter.com/brokerage or call +1.434.951.7786. Registration for the event is $ 895 and includes all conference materials, plus continental breakfast, lunch, refreshment breaks and evening cocktail reception. Discounts are available for groups of three or more.


Speakers and Panelists

Michael Barton, Chairman, Willis North America Employee Benefits

David L. Eslick, Chairman and CEO, Marsh & McLennan Agency, Inc.

Eric D. Fader, Counsel, Edwards Angell Palmer & Dodge LLP

James S. Gault, Corporate Vice President, President and COO, Brokerage Services Division, Arthur J. Gallagher & Co.

John Hendrix, Managing Director, Sandler O'Neill + Partners, L.P.

Justin Lake, Analyst, UBS Investment Bank

Patrick T. Linnert, Executive Vice President, Marsh, Berry & Co., Inc.

William A. Malloy, Principal, Aquiline Capital Partners

Andy Marks, Senior Executive Vice President, Bollinger Insurance

J. Kevin A. McKechnie, Executive Director, American Bankers Association

Richard L. Miley, President and CEO, BroadStreet Capital Partners

John H. Mize, Consulting Actuary, Towers Watson

David Paul, Principal, ALIRT Research

Richard A. Poppa, President and CEO, Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of New York

John S. Pruitt, Partner, Dewey & LeBoeuf LLP

Thomas E. Riley, Regional President and Chief Acquisitions Officer, Brown & Brown, Inc.

Michael Ryan, Partner, Insurance Transaction Services, KPMG

Patrick G. Ryan, Chairman & CEO, Ryan Specialty Group

Paul Vredenburg, Vice President, Acquisitions, Brown & Brown, Inc.

John Wepler, President, Marsh, Berry & Co., Inc.

Clark Wormer, Director of M&A, Hub International


About SNL Center for Financial Education

An affiliate of SNL Financial, SNL Center for Financial Education is the leading provider of sector-specific conferences and seminars for professionals focusing on the financial services, energy, real estate and media sectors. More than 10,000 professionals have attended CFE events, including industry executives, investment bankers, securities analysts, asset managers, institutional investors, corporate development officers, investor relations professionals and industry regulators. For more information, visit: http://www.snlcenter.com .


About Marsh, Berry & Company

MarshBerry is a preeminent provider of financial, M&A, sales management and organizational services to the top 2000 entities within the insurance distribution system. In addition, organizations not directly engaged in insurance distribution retain MarshBerry to either acquire or access those within the system.


SNL Contact

Monica Jenkins

Press Relations Manager

+1.434.951.6951

mjenkins(at)snl(dot)com


SNL Financial

One SNL Plaza

Charlottesville, VA 22902

+1.434.977.1600


Other office locations:

Ahmedabad, India; Arlington, Va.; Boston, Mass.; Boulder, Colo.; Islamabad, Pakistan; Jersey City, N.J.; London; Monterey, Calif.; New York; Richmond, Va.


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CapLinked, MicroVentures Help Startups Manage and Raise Capital

Los Angeles, CA (Vocus) October 26, 2010

In the wake of a deep recession that has crippled many small businesses and startups, MicroVentures and CapLinked have formed a partnership to help private companies raise capital and communicate with their new investors. The two innovative online solutions will work together to offer their users online tools to raise funds and manage investor relations.


MicroVentures helps entrepreneurs, startups, and small businesses seeking $ 150,000 to $ 1 million find sophisticated and accredited investors, who can invest as little as $ 250 to $ 5,000 per investment, through its peer-to-peer online service.


CapLinked is a collaborative platform for private companies to share information with investors. Companies can use CapLinked to give prospective investors access to deal information, keep track of who has viewed their deal and documents, and update their investors and board members after the deal is closed.


Under the partnership, CapLinked will provide startups that participate in MicroVentures funding service with tools to track company ownership, manage investor updates, and store documents. Investors on MicroVentures will also be able to use Caplinked to track their other private company investments.


Entrepreneurs on CapLinked will be able to access MicroVentures templates to reference as they prepare their own investment documents for capital raises, and companies in need of help preparing their private placement memorandum and other services related to a capital raise will be able to connect with MicroVentures.


MicroVentures provides an invaluable service by increasing the pool of potential and much needed capital available for entrepreneurs, startups and small businesses, said Eric M. Jackson, CEO and co-founder of CapLinked. By helping startups and small businesses get funding, MicroVentures is creating jobs and encouraging innovation. CapLinked is excited to partner with them to foster relationships between investors and entrepreneurs.


CapLinked makes it easy for companies to share information with investors, said Bill Clark, chief executive officer and founder of MicroVentures. Communication before and after a deal has closed is critical in promoting trust and creating transparency. Were excited to offer MicroVentures companies the opportunity to share updates and store information on CapLinkeds secure platform.


Prior to their current ventures, Clark and Jackson both hailed from PayPal. Clark was a portfolio manager in the risk-management division of the online payment service, and Jackson was PayPals first senior director of marketing and is author of the book The PayPal Wars.


About MicroVentures

Based in Austin, TX, MicroVenture Marketplace Inc.s capital model allows investors to fund startup opportunities not typically available outside a traditional venture capital structure. Using its online peer-to-peer investment service, MicroVentures creates additional investment opportunities for investors looking to make smaller commitments by pooling and connecting them with entrepreneurs, startups and small businesses looking to raise money.


About CapLinked

CapLinked Inc. is a collaborative network for private companies and investors. Founded in late-2009, CapLinked allows companies to upload deal information for a capital raise, reach out to potential investors, and update their investors and advisors via a secure data room, messaging, and a customized dashboard. Based in Manhattan Beach, CA, the company was co-founded by Eric M. Jackson and Christopher Grey. To learn more about CapLinked, visit the companys About Us page.


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Haute Living and The Luxury Index Ally to Highlight LA CR

Miami, FL (PRWEB) August 13, 2008

In a victory for epicurean tastes and tastemakers, two established luxury brands announce an alliance that will extend the reach of both. Haute Living, a luxury lifestyle publication, and Luxury Index, an online marketplace of luxury listings, will share content as both seek new ways to cater to luxury seekers online. During the first phase of the partnership, Luxury Index will feature the world's most prestigious "exotic car of the day", "yacht of the day," and "jet of the day" on HauteLiving.com, while Haute Living will make their exclusive cover stories and luxury news stories regarding the country's most affluent and powerful individuals available on LuxuryIndex.com.


Haute Living's magazine offers readers a plethora of high-value content on luxury subjects and business moguls. HauteLiving.com is also growing in popularity and currently generates 2,500 hits per day as users seek the latest and greatest in all its sections. In addition to the publication's discerning editorial content, the site provides visually rich images and graphics, a luxury blog that features premier estates in outrageous locations, as well as timely updates on newsworthy personalities and pleasures.


Luxury Index, is an online marketplace of luxury lifestyle listings that caters to more than 50 million affluent users across the globe. Online visitors buy, sell, rent, or list luxury goods and services at no charge. More than 50,000 listings offer a solution to every day issues in a lavish way. Featuring extensive tools in exclusive vacation planning as well as a myriad of rental opportunities including private jet rentals, vacation home rentals, luxury car rentals, and luxury yacht rentals, Luxury Index opens the door to a more luxurious life.


Haute Living boasts regional editions in Miami, New York, Los Angeles, and San Francisco (coming soon). "Our bicoastal publication sets the standard in luxury lifestyle," according to Haute Living publisher Seth Semilof. "Through partnership with Luxury Index, our elite readership will benefit as our website's content broadens to include new must-haves. It is quite a coup to unite with this established brand."


"We are delighted to have been selected to showcase the highly coveted luxury listings of the day for automotive, nautical and aviation on Haute Living.com," says Barry Stamos, CEO of Luxury Index. "This, coupled by Haute Living's insightful editorial content on LuxuryIndex.com, makes this partnership a win-win for our shared community representing lovers of the finer things in life."


About Haute Living

Haute Living is a luxury lifestyle publication with editions in New York, Los Angeles, Miami, and (coming soon) San Francisco. With a bi-monthly distribution of 35,000 in each market, Haute Living caters to the extremely affluent through exclusive coverage of some of the country's most powerful and influential businessmen. Haute Living enjoys privileged distribution rights in the most elite locales, including more than 110 private terminals worldwide. For more information, please visit http://www.hauteliving.com.


About Luxury Index

The Luxury Index is an online marketplace where more than 50 million affluent internet users worldwide can buy, sell, rent, or list luxury goods and services - absolutely FREE. LuxuryIndex.com provides commercial and consumer generated listings of the world's most exclusive luxury travel listings, properties, yachts, cars, planes, and personal services. From chartering a private jet, driving your dream car, booking a luxury hotel room, purchasing yachts, or booking a day of relaxation at the world's most exclusive spas, The Luxury Index offers more than 50,000 luxury listings to meet your every need. Always just a click away, LuxuryIndex.com helps you live the life you dream for a day or everyday.


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New Funding Available for Research into the Science of Appetite Control

Sarasota, FL (PRWEB) May 6, 2009

The Prader-Willi Syndrome Association (USA) has announced its recent commitment of significant resources from its Research Fund to support the scientific effort to solve the puzzling problem of hyperphagia (the extreme unsatisfied drive to consume food). Scientists and researchers are encouraged to apply for the new "Best Idea Grant."


The availability of the grant funding is being made in conjunction with the First International Conference on Hyperphagia. This conference will for the first time gather together experts from around the world to discuss developments and unanswered questions of appetite control linking hyperphagia in uncommon disorders with overeating in the general population.


Applicants for the award must have attended the conference and participated in the unique roundtable discussions focusing on developing a series of recommendations for the "Best Avenues" for future research. Funding of at least $ 100,000 will be available in multiples of $ 25,000 to be paid out over 1-2 years. Researchers are encouraged to design projects to solve problems independent of resource limitations and refrain from designing projects which fit established funding availability and funding schedules. In an effort to accelerate solutions, the grant approval process will be expedited.


Having funded over a million dollars of research over the past ten years PWSA (USA) hopes this new "Best Idea Grant" initiative will have an immediate impact on the research performed in the area of appetite control and obesity. Projects are particularly welcome that cut across disorders and disciplines, and have future potential to benefit the treatment of hyperphagia in uncommon disorders and overeating in obesity amongst the general population.


"We hope that by offering this unique funding opportunity, the research community will design progressive projects capitalizing on the ideas generated by the conference and thereby accelerate solutions to the problems of insatiable hunger and obesity." says Janalee Heinemann, Director of Medical Affairs and Research of PWSA (USA).


The unique structure of the conference will include representatives from the National Institutes of Health, the pharmaceutical industry, the academic world and experts from several disorders which have hyperphagia as a hallmark characteristic. Discussion will center on such areas as genetics, molecular biology, behavior and psychology, addiction, neuroimaging, gastroenterology, endocrinology and animal models. The conference is scheduled for June 4th and 5th in Baltimore, MD.


George Bray, M.D. from the Pennington Biomedical Research Center will be the keynote speaker on Thursday night, June 4th. Dr. Bray has spent his career focusing on the problems of obesity and has written a multitude of articles on appetite control, obesity and diabetes.


Additionally, Hans-Rudolf Berthoud, Ph.D., has agreed to give the keynote address on Friday morning, June 5th. Dr. Berthoud is a world renowned expert in the neurobiology of appetite, having studied and written extensively about the gut-brain interactions and the neural circuitry controlling appetite and obesity problems.


"Prader-Willi syndrome has been described as the Window of Opportunity for study into the perplexing problems of hunger. Hunger and overeating are cornerstones in the foundation of the critical worldwide public health problem of obesity. The study of the extreme condition in such disorders as Prader-Willi syndrome, Alstrőm, WAGR, Fragile X and Bardet-Biedl will yield results applicable to the general population," says conference co-chair James Kane.


Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS), a complex syndrome affecting appetite, metabolism, growth, metabolism, cognitive function and behavior, occurs in 1:12,000 to 15,000 births. PWS impacts both males and females and all ethnic groups. Currently there is no cure and, to date, no medications or procedures are successful in staving off the relentless hunger and resulting obesity. Without environmental supports and dietary restrictions, those with PWS may suffer morbid, life-threatening obesity and premature death.


PWSA (USA) is a 501(c)(3) charity that helps children and adults with PWS and their families through every stage of life. It was formed in 1975 to serve parents, professionals, and other interested citizens. Hospitals, physicians, and parents from all over the world consult with PWSA (USA) with medical emergencies and questions daily. A 24-hour medical emergency hotline is offered at (800) 926-4797 to advise and assist families and medical and other professionals.


For more information about the Best Idea Grant and The First International Conference on Hyperphagia, visit http://www.hyperphagia.org, http://www.pwsausa.org, or contact Janalee Heinemann, Director of Medical Affairs and Research for PWSA (USA) at 800-926-4797 or James G. Kane, Chair, Research Advocacy Team for PWSA (USA) at 410-321-9788.


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Learn and Teach English Online at TeachEnglishOnline.org

(PRWEB) February 18, 2010

Students, teachers, and school owners found the best way to meet online and interact through a new website called teachenglishonline.org


There are more than a billion students of English worldwide and online schools offering English language teaching have become much more in demand. Now, teachers, students, and school owners may now interact through a new social networking website. It's free to join.


Moreover, Teachenglishonline.org offers you everything it takes to start your own school online without knowledge in teaching, web designing, or operating an online school. Anyone can now have the opportunity to be in the education business and start earning online.


The website package will include 1 year free hosting, domain, a professionally designed website, 25 ebooks, and SEO services plus advertising credits. The website features social networking, blog, chat, site news, class scheduler, photo and video gallery and many more.


In comparison with other companies offering franchises of their online schools, at TeachEnglishOnline.org, people do not have to pay royalty fees or any commission.


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New Work From Home Program Announced by The Sunshine Workshop

Palm Beach, Florida (PRWEB) November 02, 2011

Parents often juggle raising their children well and funding necessities, said Elizabeth Hoadley, mother of three and CEO of The Sunshine Workshop. Speaking from my personal experience, this is an exceedingly delicate balance. Often more time spent with my children meant less money to devote to their upbringing and vice versa.


Its a vicious cycle, especially in a recession, Hoadley continues. I know because Ive been there. Stay at home or single parents often have little or no viable options for earning extra income between diaper changes, 2am feedings, driving the children to hockey and then picking them up from piano.


The Sunshine Workshops Ray of Sunshine Work From Home Program makes it possible for parents to earn extra money at their own pace while their children are safely napping in their beds.


Elizabeth Hoadley was not the victim of recessionary cut-backs.


Hoadley quit her successful six-figure career as a Worldwide Corporate Account Manager for a Fortune 500 Company to focus on raising her family.


She has crafted the corporation from home with her children at her side. Now I am fine, but there were days at the beginning that I cooked our spaghetti on hot plates and prayed to be able to make my monthly obligations, said Hoadley. As a single mom, I was utterly terrified.


Our program is simple, says Hoadley. Our childrens books, art, animation and musical theater performances are all uplifting and optimistic. Our natural market is children, parents, grandparents, schools, churches, temples, bookstores, specialty boutiques, and charitable organizations. The list grows each day and the creativity of our distribution never ceases to surprise me."


"Our main Google Analytic demographic is women between the ages of 30-65," said Shayna Dubbin Harris, the Chief Operating Officer of The Sunshine Workshop. "Common feedback is they find meaning in the messages on one level while their students, children or grandchildren find meaning at another level. Schools are responding to the positive poetic messages and it has been said that they are a modern mix between Aesops Fables and Dr. Seuss.


"I find Elizabeth to be incredibly inspirational!" said Peter Santoro, VP Development LESC.org. "She seems to always exude a sense of optimism that the world so desperately needs today."


Weve had an unparalleled year, said Dubbin. I am delighted to announce that I Know I Can has been submitted for consideration for both the Newbery Medal and the prestigious Caldecott Award for Excellence in Childrens Storybooks. Within the last two months, Hoadleys books have been adopted by several American and Canadian elementary school systems and now touch the lives of over 100,000 children.


The Sunshine Workshop writes and creates childrens books, art (giclee canvas prints), animation and childrens musical theater productions and have offices in the United States and Canada. For more information on the Ray of Sunshine Work From Home Program, visit http://www.TheSunshineWorkshop.com.


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LeapFrog Interactives Christy Belden Presents on the 2012 Digital Forecast

Louisville, KY (PRWEB) November 02, 2011

Christy Belden, Vice President of Media + Marketing at LeapFrog Interactive, will present Digital Forecast 2012 on Wednesday, November 2 as last part of the Business First of Louisvilles Power of Digital Series in 2011. The presentation will be held at the Kentucky International Convention Center Conference Theatre, 221 South Fourth St. in downtown Louisville, from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. LeapFrog Interactive is a digital advertising agency headquartered in Louisville.


Technology is constantly advancing, which in turn changes how people interact with each other. In this presentation, I will talk about the newest advances in technology, and how these digital trends will affect how your company will communicate with its consumers, said Belden. These digital forecasts will give you the insight you need to stay at the forefront of technology, and still communicate effectively with your target audience.


Belden will discuss trends in display marketing, email, search and lead generation; how tablets affect mobile marketing; and the future of Facebook, Twitter and Google+. The presentation will also address consumer privacy issues, the flood of streaming content, and the increase in robust analytics offerings.


After this presentation, you will be able to take this information and apply it to your advertising and marketing plans for the upcoming year, knowing that you will have the most up-to-date data, statistics and findings possible, said Belden.


Christy Belden has 11 years of experience in marketing, including PPC, SEO, social media, email, mobile, and traditional. She continues to build a deep well of experience and is always in-touch with the trends and strategies that provide a solid return on investment for clients.


Registration is $ 15 per person, with the discount code LFIPREFERRED, and registrations can be made at http://www.bizjournals.com/louisville/event/52601. LFI will also be giving out prizes at the presentation.


More information on the event is available on the LeapFrog Interactive blog.


About LeapFrog Interactive

LeapFrog Interactive is a digital agency with an integrated philosophy. LeapFrog helps clients engage with customers according to their own individualized relationship with the brand. Agency services include a full spectrum of strategies and executions from brand creation to campaign integration to metrics analysis. With offices in Louisville, Boston and Cincinnati, LeapFrog Interactive works with clients from coast to coast, including Sun Tan City, McGraw-Hill, Sutter Home, Tommy Hilfiger, Graco and Texas Roadhouse. For more information, please visit http://www.leapfroginteractive.com.


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New FDA Fees Will Impose Tax-Like Burden on Food Importers and Manufacturers

Columbia, MD (PRWEB) August 26, 2011

During a time of worldwide recession, U.S. food importers, most of them small businesses, will soon find themselves unexpectedly impacted by additional costs caused by FDAs new fees for re-examining imported foods. According to Benjamin England at FDAImports.com, starting October 1, 2011, FDA will charge food importers $ 224 per hour to re-examine imported food shipments suspected of a food safety violation potentially costing importers thousands of dollars per entry. As per its Federal Register notice, this new fee will create a tax-like burden on food importers, most of whom are small businesses, according to FDA.


American consumers will certainly feel the effect of these new fees as well. Food importing and distribution has a small price margin, especially compared to other commodities, such as cosmetics or dietary supplements. Thus, the importers are likely to pass these new expenses onto their purchaser, who will ultimately pass it on to consumers. According to Benjamin L. England, Founder and CEO of FDAImports.com, these fees amount to a hidden food tax on American consumers. This is no small thing as roughly 20% of the U.S. food supply is imported, including 70% of seafood and 35% of fresh produce.


According to the Food Safety Modernization Act, FDA can adjust the imported food re-examination fees, but it must issue regulations to do so. FDA in its August 1 Federal Register notice requested comments on the issue whether to grant waivers or fee reductions to small businesses. FDA opened the comment period until October 31 thirty days after the new examination fees go into effect.


In the meantime, according to FDA, small businesses can expect to receive invoices from FDA starting on October 1st for the full fee amount. An importer can attempt to appeal the fee and plead for a waiver or reduction however, no mechanism exists for that appeal. According to Mr. England, the appeal will likely fall on deaf ears considering FDA will have done the work already, created the invoice and mailed it to the importer or foreign manufacturer, and will be expecting (even salivating over) collection of the fee.


Mr. England is currently organizing a coalition of food manufacturers and importers to oppose these fees and to speak as a unified voice against the new fee tax. Mr. England reminds small businesses that, making yourself heard on the impact of these fees is critical and time sensitive. For more on the steps small business can take to be heard on this issue, visit the FDAImports.com coalition and comments page.


Benjamin L. England is a former 17-year veteran of the FDA and served as the Regulatory Counsel to the Associate Commissioner for Regulatory Affairs. Currently he is founder and CEO of FDAImports.com, LLC, a firm of consultants and affiliated attorneys practicing at the intersections of complex administrative law and regulations that impact international traders in highly regulated commodities.


SOURCES

1. Hamburg, Margaret, Testimony before the U.S. House of Representatives, Committee on Energy and Commerce, Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations, (April 13, 2011), available at http://www.fda.gov/NewsEvents/Testimony/ucm250710.htm


2. Small Business Administration, How Important are Small Businesses to the U.S. Economy http://www.sba.gov/advocacy/7495/8420


For more information contact Benjamin L. England and the FDAImports.com team at http://www.fdaimports.com, call (410) 740-3403 or contact Jon Barnes at jrbarnes@fdaimports.com.


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Prescott College Responds to Immigration and Ethnic Studies Bills SB 1070, HB 2281

Prescott, AZ (Vocus) October 1, 2010

In recognition of Ethnic Studies Week, Prescott College is releasing a formal response to legislative changes which have adversely impacted immigration and ethnic studies.


Prescott College President Kristin Woolever took the helm as the Colleges 14th president on July 1, in the midst of heated debate on Arizona State Senate Bill 1070 and HB 2281. Since then she has worked with the Colleges leadership team in a transparent and inclusive process, including open forums and an online survey, to take the pulse of the campus and develop a response (see full statement below).


The College is eager to engage these issues, and is uniquely prepared to address underlying forces that give rise to immigration woes, she said. As an institution whose motto is For the Liberal Arts, the Environment, and Social Justice, Prescott College has a responsibility to engage these larger questions and address the economic and social justice complexities. It was clear from our internal survey that the majority of the Prescott College community feel that that SB 1070 is not the best solution.


The statement notes the cultural and economic impact of immigration in the Southwest and legitimacy of and need for the security of our nation. While there is clearly injustice in the current immigration system and need for reform, SB 1070 fails that test and is the wrong strategy for regulating immigration in Arizona. Under the law, naturalized citizens, legal immigrants and citizens born in the US for whom there is reasonable suspicion that the person is unlawfully present in the United States would likely be subject to unequal treatment by law enforcement. Considering Arizonas population is more than 30 percent Latino, this legislation has the potential to stigmatize and violate the civil rights of millions of law-abiding citizens and residents, fueling bigotry and adverse psychological, economic and cultural impacts.


In addition, the statement calls HB 2281 an inappropriate effort to regulate ethnic studies that may drive elimination of highly effective, culturally relevant and nationally recognized approaches to the teaching of U.S. history, politics and culture from Arizona public school curricula and notes the necessity of multicultural education as preparation for living ethically in a globalizing world. Prescott College formally endorses the upcoming Ethnic Studies Week October 4 through 8 which is being celebrated by a coalition of Arizona educators.


Prescott College already addresses root issues of immigration in curriculum of both undergraduate and graduate programs as part of its social justice mission. While the College offers many opportunities annually for the public to engage in discussion and attend lectures and teach-ins on these issues, the College has stepped up opportunities for public education and dialogue with a series of Public Events beginning with Ethnic Studies Week.


Immigration and Ethnic Studies Events at Prescott College


6 p.m. Thursday, October 7 Arizona Legislator Kyrsten Sinema will discuss the forces and events in Arizona politics which led up to passage of SB 1070 and HB 2281. Crossroads Center, accessible behind the Colleges main building at 220 Grove Ave.

12 to 2 p.m. Friday, October 8 -- Join Tuscon Unified School District Ethnic studies students and alumni and Dr. Roberto Rodriguez, University of Arizona professor of Mexican American and La Raza Studies, in a presentation on truth and myths about ethnic studies as well as how Indigenous ways of knowing are embedded in TUSD's program. Crossroads Center, accessible behind the Colleges main building at 220 Grove Ave.

8:30 to 10 a.m. Saturday, October 16, 2010 -- Senate Bill 1070 Teach-in roundtable discussion. Crossroads Center, accessible behind the Colleges main building at 220 Grove Ave. Presenters include Prescott College Alumnus Jon Jantzen 71, Attorney General of the Tohono O'odham Nation; Dennis Moroney, Cochise County rancher, community activist, and permaculture instructor at Cochise Community College; Annie Lai, ACLU-Arizona Staff Attorney; and Randall Amster, J.D., Ph.D., Prescott College Professor of Peace & Justice Studies, Chair of the Master of Arts Program in Humanities, and columnist writing on Arizona politics and immigration issues for national publications including Truthout, Common Dreams, and The Huffington Post.

About Prescott College

Prescott College offers a resident undergraduate program at its main campus in Prescott, Ariz., as well as low-residency bachelors, masters and doctoral degrees in which students complete their studies in their home communities with the help of faculty mentors. All programs emphasize student-directed, experience-based learning-by-doing, environmental and cultural awareness, and social justice. For more information please contact Mary Lin, M.Ed., Director of Marketing and Public Relations at 928-350-4503 or pr(at)prescott(dot)edu. More information is on the web at http://www.prescott.edu.


MEDIA OPPORTUNITIES


Dr. Woolever and other members of the Colleges senior administration are available for interview and/or to contribute Op Ed pieces on immigration policy and the role of education in immigration reform.


FULL TEXT - Prescott Colleges Response to SB 1070 and HB 2281


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D4, LLC Relocates Company Headquarters and Data Center to Downtown Rochester

Rochester, NY (PRWEB) September 29, 2011

D4, LLC, a leading provider of eDiscovery, Computer Forensics and Litigation Support Services for Law Firms and Corporations, announced today that they celebrated their move to 222 Andrews Street in Rochester with an official Ribbon Cutting. Several dignitaries were in attendance including US Congresswoman Louise Slaughter, Rochester Mayor Tom Richards, Monroe County Executive Maggie Brooks, City Neighborhood and Business Development Commissioner Carlos Carballada, along with other special invited guests and D4 employees.


Rochesters economy continues to be driven by knowledge and innovation, said Mayor Richards. D4 has mastered 21st century technology, helping law firms and corporations manage and compile data during litigation. We are grateful they have invested in Rochester and we wish them the greatest success.


John Holland, D4s CEO and Founder said D4 is very excited to be part of the revitalization of downtown Rochester. As the company grew, we knew we needed more space and the downtown area made perfect sense. The city location brings us much closer to our local customers and our customers in the surrounding counties. D4 landed on the Rochester Top 100 list in 2010 and just recently made Inc. Magazines INC.500/5000 list of the fastest growing privately held companies in America.


Imagine all the teenagers watching law dramas on TV thinking to themselves, 'one day I'd like to work with technology like that, well thanks to D4, its possible for them to do that and stay in Rochester. For that we are all very grateful, said Congresswoman Louise Slaughter (NY-28). Theyve taken an old necktie factory and gave it a new high-tech purpose, doing absolutely incredible work, bringing their workforce and needed vitality into downtown Rochester. This is truly a great day and Im pleased to be a part of it.


D4 invested 1.6 million dollars in the renovation of the building and installation of a high security Data Center with assistance from a number of state and local agencies. The City of Rochester provided funding through the Neighborhood and Business Development Financial Assistance Program. Monroe County provided construction incentives through COMIDA. RGE provided a grant from the capital investment incentive program for electric infrastructure improvements. NYSERDA provided energy rebates and Empire State Economic Development Corporation provided incentive funding.


The building, built in the 1940s, was originally the headquarters for Superba Cravats, a local tie manufacturer. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Andrews Street was known as the hub of Rochester's clothing industry. John Holland stated, We wanted to maintain as much of the original architecture as possible, while creating a state-of-the-art and energy-efficient work space for our employees. Martha MacPherson, D4s Director of Marketing added, The buildings solid architecture was very conducive to the installation of our new high-security, Tier 3 data center.


The move allows for continued growth and expansion for D4, as the company plans to hire additional employees this year and into 2012. D4 has 8 offices around the country and is looking to add additional locations in 2012.


About D4, LLC


D4, LLC is national leader in litigation support and e-Discovery services to law firms and corporate law departments. D4 covers the spectrum of the Electronic Discovery Reference Model (EDRM), from identification and preservation of data through forensic and targeted onsite data collection; from data analytics and defensible search methodology through hosted review and production. D4 assists attorneys in litigation response planning, strategies for negotiation of scope and meet-and-confer, computer forensics, expert testimony and cost reduction practices in litigation support projects. D4 was one of the first companies to introduce an eDiscovery Managed Service Solution, called eNtrust.


Founded in 1997 and through its combination and rebranding with Doculegal, D4 has grown to a national presence. With over 100 employees, D4 has offices in Rochester, Buffalo, Tampa, Lincoln, Omaha, New York City, Grand Rapids, San Jose, San Diego, San Francisco, Denver, Washington DC and Providence, RI. State-of-the-art data center operations in Rochester are complemented by electronic discovery and litigation support paper document services throughout the United States. In 2010, D4 was recognized in the Top Five of the Rochester Top 100, honoring the fastest growing companies in Western New York. D4 has recently landed on Inc. Magazines INC.500/5000 list of the fastest growing private companies in America. For more information contact D4 at marketing(at)d4discovery(dot)com or visit http://www.d4discovery.com/.


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Marketing Outlook Survey for Construction

Naperville, IL (PRWEB) October 28, 2011

The Construction Marketing Association announces a survey of construction marketers that will identify marketing budget outlook, top marketing priorities, and tactical marketing plans for the upcoming 2012 fiscal year.


While outlook surveys are common, this is the only known marketing survey in the construction industry. Survey participants can request a free copy of the results. The quick and anonymous survey will be conducted via web-based SurveyMonkey, and will pose four (4) questions:


1) For the coming fiscal year, do you intend to increase or decrease marketing activities and budgets?

2) What is your most important marketing priority for 2012?

3) Which marketing tactics will increase or decrease in 2012?

4) Which category best describes your company?


To take the survey, link to: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/PCF3MKK.


"In this difficult economy and with the construction industry getting hit especially hard, effective marketing planning and budgeting is more important than ever. A survey of this sort can help you understand marketing trends, benchmark your peers and support marketing planning for the coming year, states CMA Chairman Neil M. Brown.


ABOUT CMA

The Construction Marketing Association (CMA) provides professional development and training, resources and information, networking and recognition to marketers in the construction industry. Full information on the association is available on the website at http://www.ConstructionMarketingAssociation.org. The site links to the award-winning Construction Marketing Blog with marketing news, resources and related content, and the association's Twitter, Facebook, YouTube and LinkedIn pages. Questions? Contact Neil Brown at 630-579-8383.


iPhone Speaker Reviews Unveils New Logitech S715i Rechargeable Speaker Review

Atlanta, GA (PRWEB) September 14, 2011

iPhone Speaker Reviews (http://www.iphonespeakerreviews.com), has just released their video review of the Logitech S715i. This unit is one of the better portable speakers available today.


The S715i is a portable iPhone speaker system with a rechargeable internal battery. It is very well constructed and sounds great even at loud volumes. Read the full Logitech S715i Review at iPhone Speaker Reviews.


Logitech is well known in the computer speaker and accessory world and has built an excellent reputation. The S715 is the next generation of portable speaker system picks up where the Logitech Pure-Fi Anytime 2 left off. The S715i has an improved sound, trayless dock, and over all design.


Steven Johnson, Editor for iPhone Speaker Reviews said, We were very excited to see Logitech use a replaceable battery. In our opinion rechargeable batteries are superior to standard alkaline batteries. The downside is they eventually wear out. Logitech solved the issue with the use of the internal replaceable battery.


The review points out several good features of the Logitech S715i including great sound at loud volume, solid construction and an all-around, solid performance. There were not many negative remark other than the price but for what you are getting the price is understood.


The Logitech S715i is the complete package, Steven explains, They have dotted all the Is and crossed all the Ts, from excellent sound to helpful features such as auto off and on. The review explains, The design is sleek, subtle and strong and the sound has Great depth and loudness.


Included in the box is the Speaker System, a carrying case and remote control.


If you would like to see how the S715i compares with other portable speakers, check out the Portable iPhone Speaker Review page http://www.iphonespeakerreviews.com/reviews/tag/speakertype/portable-iphone-speakers/


About iPhone Speaker Reviews -- iPhone Speaker Reviews, established in 2008, is owned and managed by Intown Web Design of Atlanta, GA. The site was created as a place for iPhone and iPod owners to research and review iPhone speakers. At their website you will find editor and user reviews, video reviews and expert advice articles and guides. They are no way related to Apple or any of the speaker companies that are reviewed.


About Intown Web Design (http://www.intownwebdesign.com) -- Intown Web Design, located in Atlanta, Ga, is a web design and development firm with a focus on creating functional websites for business. Clients range from startups to corporations traded on the NYSE. Founded in 2007, with a specialty in open source technologies including PHP, Joomla and WordPress. They have continued to expand their expertise into improving site performance, usability and search engine rankings.


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ChooseWhat.com Announces Upgrades to the Email Marketing Services Review Portal

Austin, TX (Vocus/PRWEB) March 01, 2011

Small business decision makers waste significant amounts of time comparison shopping for email marketing services on the Internet. ChooseWhat.com's recent updates to the email marketing services review and comparison portal allow shoppers to quickly make an informed decision on the best product to serve company needs.


Before reading email marketing reviews, small business owners need to assess their company requirements to make the best service choice. Common features highlighted by Email-Marketing-ChooseWhat.com write-ups include phone support, the ability to import contacts, and split campaign testing support. Site staff produce a free, email marketing service buyer's guide to aid shoppers in making purchasing decisions.


Two of the most popular email marketing software product features for ChooseWhat.com visitors include social network integration and a WYSIWYG editor for creating marketing emails quickly and easily. The major email companies in the site service comparison grid include easy social networking integration into new or existing email campaigns and the creation of HTML-based emails without the user being required to generate programming code by hand.


ChooseWhat.com developer, Jason Huie writes, "We hope that improving the load time of our email marketing reviews will make our information more accessible to our site visitors. The improved quality of service will help them more quickly and easily make a buying decision.


On top of keeping email marketing reviews updated with the latest features, pricing, and discounts, the ChooseWhat site staff also work to ensure the Buyer's Guide and Key Features reference pages reflect the most current information on email marketing products so that site visitors can get a better understanding of the services and pick the one that best meets their needs.


About email-marketing.choosewhat.com:


ChooseWhat.com features reviews and comparison data for the leading email marketing services. Products reviewed offer email marketing services based on either the quantity of email sent or the number of contacts for a low subscription fee. Services reviewed on the site include Constant Contact, MailChimp, iContant, and other leading email marketing brands.


Contact Details:


401 Congress Avenue, Suite 1540

Austin, TX 78701, USA

Email: lindsey(at)choosewhat(dot)com

Phone No. 512-448-9033

Website :http://email-marketing.choosewhat.com/


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Covendium Introduces New Evaluation Process to Diagnose Conditions of Ailing Businesses

Orlando, FL (PRWEB) September 29, 2011

As the ailing economy continues to limp along, many business operators and investors find it challenging to remain competitive. Many company leaders and entrepreneurs find themselves unable to meet their debt service payments and operating expense obligations, and need guidance on how to proceed. Covendium, the nations largest debtor-side commercial debt restructuring and advisory firm, is introducing a new evaluation tool to help struggling investors and business operators consider their options. The process allows these investors and business operators to benefit from a brief but fairly comprehensive and intensive review of their current financial and operational position. The seasoned Covendium leadership team then delivers a Shark Tank roundtable dialogue where the client will hear candid observations about the estimated current value of their assets or operations, the range of viable resolution or recapitalization options that may be available under current market conditions and the next steps required to pursue a chosen plan of action. Any fees paid towards the evaluation are applied as a full credit towards a Covendium engagement.


If financial distress could be compared to cancer, we operate like a financial oncologist. The evaluation process is an intensive virtual financial physical for a client who is suffering from symptoms of financial distress, or is concerned that their investment or operating business is not strong enough to survive under current market conditions, explains John Douglas, COO and Managing Director of Covendium. The evaluation isnt meant to be the cure, in itself but we can assess their stage of financial distress and discuss the different strategies that would be recommended to put the client on the road to recovery.


During the evaluation process, Covendium will look at the clients lenders, perform summary financial analysis and have a detailed conversation between the client and its Executive Team to determine what the investor, operator or entrepreneur is most concerned about. Covendiums evaluation process can shed light on the practical reality of helping a distressed client pursue its restructuring goals. Before a client goes through Covendiums evaluation process, they may be making critical decisions without the full knowledge of their situation, without knowing about all of the tools available to restructure their ailing capital structure and without having the experience of how to pursue their objectives, continues Douglas. After going through the evaluation process, a client may not like what they hear about the reality of their situation, but they will be receiving impartial advice from a seasoned group of business professionals who spend most waking hours doing capital restructuring work, says Douglas.

The Automation Federation Completes Successful Visit to Capitol Hill

Research Triangle Park, NC (Vocus) May 6, 2009

The Automation Federation assembled a team of volunteers to meet with Members of the U.S. Congress on 20-21 April.


The team -- Jim Keaveney, Randy Buchanan, Leo Staples, Pat Gouhin, Paul Goodson, and Mike Marlowe -- led by Kim Miller-Dunn, chair for the Automation Federation, gathered to hold a series of strategic meetings with six Members of Congress over a two-day period. Team members held meetings with Congressman Jim Gerlach (PA), Congressman Joe Sestak (PA), Senator Bob Casey (PA), Senator Jay Rockefeller (WV), Congressman Mike Honda (CA), and Congressman Judy Biggert (IL). The discussion points of these meetings centered on Workforce Development, SmartGrid, and Cybersecurity. These efforts can be expanded to other governments where appropriate.


Senator Jay Rockefeller has introduced a legislative bill that focuses on Cybersecurity. This bill, S. 773, is intended ''To ensure the continued free flow of commerce within the United States and with its global trading partners through secure cyber communications, to provide for the continued development and exploitation of the Internet and intranet communications for such purposes, to provide for the development of a cadre of information technology specialists, to improve and maintain effective cyber security defenses against disruption, and for other purposes.''


The Automation Federation presented Senator Rockefeller with a two page letter that stated their support for the Senator's efforts to address this important issue of protecting our country from cyber attacks. The letter offered some specific points that the Senator may want to address in the proposed legislation, as well as offered the Automation Federation as a resource to be called upon for additional expertise as this legislation progresses through Congress. The letter was well received by the Senator's staff, and the representatives from the Automation Federation were assured that they would be called upon for their assistance with this important legislation.


Congressman Mike Honda has reintroduced his STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) legislation. This important piece of legislation was introduced in the 110TH Congress by Congressman Honda and, at that time, Senator Barack Obama. The purpose of this new legislation is to coordinate the efforts of STEM under one strategic effort. Congressman Honda has called upon the Automation Federation for their industry expertise to make sure that this legislation addresses the important aspects of automation within STEM. The team members from the Automation Federation offered continued support as an educational resource that Congressman Honda can utilize as the legislation progresses. Automation Federation staff submitted language that identified Department of Labor Competency Models, including the Automation Competency Model, for consideration by Congressman Honda.


In addition to meetings with Members of Congress, the Automation Federation team took time to meet with the National Science Foundation (NSF) staff regarding the Automation Federation's workforce development initiatives. NSF has encouraged the Automation Federation to pursue funding opportunities that can benefit these initiatives. They provided suggestions currently being evaluated by Automation Federation staff.


The Automation Federation team of volunteers also took part in the 2009 Engineering Public Policy Symposium. This year's theme was ''Putting Engineering and Science Back into Energy Policy.'' The Automation Federation and the International Society of Automation (ISA) served as two of thirty-two sponsors for this event. Over one hundred individuals from engineering organizations and Members of Congress and staff attended the Symposium.


Steve Huffman, chair of the Automation Federation government relations committee, made the following comments at the recent meetings in Washington D.C., "Every time the Automation Federation sends a team of volunteers to Washington, we develop new contacts and support from the Members of Congress, we continue to build the automation profession brand, and we gain the respect and trust as the industry resource that Congress can rely on. This is an undeniable indicator of our success. A success we will strive to replicate with each visit."


Kim Miller-Dunn, chair of the Automation Federation, added, "I have made several of our Congressional Hill visits and can say, without any reservation, that what the Automation Federation is doing on behalf of the automation profession is unbelievable given the short time period over which we have been engaged with Congress. We have built and continue to build a level of awareness of the importance of automation that was only a dream a few years ago. I can only imagine the possibilities future visits with Congress hold for us."


To learn more about the Automation Federation's government relations and workforce development activities and the Automation Competency Model, visit http://www.automationfederation.org .


About the Automation Federation

The Automation Federation is a global umbrella organization under which member associations and societies engaged in manufacturing and process automation activities can work more effectively to fulfill their missions, advance the science and engineering of automation technologies and applications and develop the workforce needed to capitalize on the benefits of automation. The Automation Federation is working to become the "Voice of Automation." For more information about the Automation Federation, visit http://www.automationfederation.org .


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Telluride Festival of the Arts Announces 2009 Juried Artists

Mountain Village, CO (PRWEB) May 14, 2009

Telluride Mountain Village Owners Association (TMVOA), sponsors and organizers of the Telluride Festival of the Arts (TFA), announced today the official slate of 50 juried artists that will be featured in this year's art show. TFA also released the event's official 2009 festival poster, a collectible print commissioned by TFA each year and made available to the public for purchase. This year's poster is a painted piece entitled "The Essence of Pleasures" by award-winning artist Michael Gadlin, known for his surrealistic impressionist body of work spanning over 15 years.


An independent jury, coordinated by the award-winning Cherry Creek Arts Festival (CCAF) on behalf of TMVOA, selected the roster of artists, including both nationally and regionally recognized professionals, based solely on the artistic excellence of their original, handcrafted works. The art show, August 14-16, 2009, is open to the public and will feature artists in 13 different media categories including: ceramics, digital art, drawing, fiber, glass, graphics and printmaking, jewelry, metal-works, mixed media, painting, photography, sculpture and wood. CCAF is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation dedicated to educating and exposing Coloradans to the arts. CCAF produces its signature festival during July 4th weekend, which is attended by more than 350,000 visitors annually.


"Festival patrons can look forward to experiencing a spectacular outdoor gallery of fine art which will inspire collectors and first-time art buyers alike," said Terry Adams, CCAF executive director. "Thanks to our 2009 panel of jurors who have brought the Telluride Festival of the Arts to a higher level of excellence by selecting such a diverse group of exceptional artists."


TFA brings together noted culinary experts, including New York Top Chef Winner Hosea Rosenberg, as well as both renowned and emerging visual artists from across the United States for a weekend-long festival that is attended by more than 8,000 local and regional visitors, as well as guests from as far away as New York, Dallas, Chicago, Los Angeles, Phoenix and San Francisco. In addition to the annual art show, the 2009 culinary program will include celebrity chef demonstrations, celebrity chef dinner, wine & spirit seminars, and a festival favorite the grand tasting.


2009 Telluride Festival of the Arts

When: Friday, Aug. 14, 2009 - Sunday, Aug. 16, 2009

Where: Town of Mountain Village, CO

Tickets: Pricing to-be-announced.

Info:For more information visit http://www.telluridefest.com.


The names, mediums and images of all 2009 Exhibiting Artists are available at http://www.telluridefest.com.


Interviews available upon request.


About Telluride Festival of the Arts:

The Telluride Festival of the Arts (TFA) is annual weekend-long, culinary and visual arts event held in Mountain Village, Colo. TFA hosts nationally and regionally recognized chefs and artists from across the United States in a one-of-a-kind outdoor exhibition nestled in a box canyon surrounded by the majestic 13,000ft peaks of San Juan Mountains. For more information, visit http://www.telluridefest.com


About Telluride Mountain Village Owners Association:

Telluride Mountain Village Owners Association ("TMVOA") is a membership organization serving property owners in Mountain Village, CO, with an ultimate goal of ensuring that Telluride Mountain Village is a highly sustainable and vital resort community. The funds collected by TMVOA from Real Estate Transfer Assessments and monthly member dues provide for and support affordable housing, assist with the creation of a stable work force, support regional transportation and create strategies to increase tourism. TMVOA also sponsors and presents numerous events in Mountain Village including Mountain Village winter activities, Telluride Gay Ski Week, Sunset Concert Series, Telluride Festival of the Arts and many more. For more information, please call (970) 369-7623 or visit http://www.tmvoa.org.


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NetXposure Launches Image Portal A/V for Mac OS X Tiger

MACWORLD EXPO, SAN FRANCISCO (PRWEB) January 10, 2006

NetXposure today announced Image Portal A/V for Mac OS X version 10.4 Tiger and Mac OS X Server version 10.4 Tiger. This latest edition to the Image Portal family of Digital Asset Management (DAM) solutions was built specifically for Tiger and utilizes QuickTime imaging technology to deliver cutting-edge video conversion tools and automated podcasting.


With the proliferation of digitized content everywhere from the enterprise corporation to the iPod user, many organizations are finding that their traditional DAM solutions fall short when it comes to effectively managing their growing libraries of digital video and audio clips, said Jason Wehling, NetXposures VP of Technology. We built Image Portal A/V to seamlessly integrate the use of rich media into a wide variety of workflows.


Image Portal A/V is a great example of an application that has been developed to take advantage of the many innovations in Mac OS X Tiger, said Ron Okamoto, Apples vice president of Worldwide Developer Relations. Were delighted to see NetXposure leverage core Mac OS X technologies like QuickTime for media management and conversion, and the iTunes application to deliver audio and video content to iPods."


In addition to previewing both audio and video clips, Image Portal A/Vs capabilities include keyframe display, the option to select thumbnails from keyframes, and the ability to transcode multiple formats including MOV, 3G, DV, AVI, MPEG-4, WAV and FLC. With built-in support for Podcasting of both audio and video files, assets can be designated for podcasting, then made available on RSS 2.0 feeds that can be used by iTunes and other podcast-enabled clients.


Image Portal A/V is an enterprise class, work-in-progress DAM system utilizing a Service Oriented Architecture (SOA). Other notable features include Web Services, WebDAV, LDAP support, versioning, auto-tasking, and statistics reporting.


About NetXposure


NetXposure makes software products that empower organizations to efficiently create, manage, distribute, and archive digital content. Founded in 1995, NetXposure is headquartered in Portland, Oregon with offices in Bangalore, India and Tokyo, Japan. For more information on NetXposure products and services please visit the NetXposure at http://www.netx.net or call (1) 503-499-4342.


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Scott Eilers


NetXposure, Inc.


Tel: 503.499.4342


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Brooklyn Center for the Performing Arts 2009-2010 Performance Calendar

Brooklyn, New York (PRWEB) May 15, 2009

Brooklyn Center for the Performing Arts at Brooklyn College announces its 55th season of music, dance, theater, and family programming reflecting the multicultural diversity of Brooklyn. The outstanding line-up features performances from Jamaica, Cuba, Israel, and Ukraine as well as the United States, and includes both Brooklyn premieres and returning favorites.


"Like all Brooklyn Center seasons, 2009-2010 offers something for everyone," says Brooklyn Center Managing Director Frank Sonntag. "There are fantastic jazz artists on the season, and plenty for Brooklyn's Jewish, Ukrainian, Caribbean, and African-American communities. We are bringing back a major international orchestra for the first time in many years, and our family programs are always popular. We strive to bring an astounding variety of stellar artists that reflect the tremendous diversity of our Borough at prices that are within reach for most families. This year, in particular, I believe we have succeeded spectacularly."


Brooklyn Center for the Performing Arts' 2009-2010 season includes:


I Love a Piano
Harold and the Purple Crayon
Luna Negra Dance Theater with the Turtle Island Quartet and Paquito D'Rivera
Virsky Ukrainian National Dance Company
Of Mice and Men
The Colonial Nutcracker
The Clark Sisters
Hairspray
The Israel Ballet - Don Quixote
National Dance Theater Company of Jamaica
Odessa Philharmonic
Sleeping Beauty
Poncho Sanchez Latin Jazz Band
David Broza in concert
In the Mood
Irvin Mayfield and the New Orleans Jazz Orchestra
Dirty Sock Funtime Band
Chinese Acrobats of Hebei
Tap Kids
United States Air Force Band of Liberty

I Love a Piano - September 13, 2009 at 3pm

Showcasing the music of legendary songwriter Irving Berlin, this musical captures the spirit of America from the Ragtime rhythms of the early 20th century through the innocent optimism of the 1950s. Including timeless classics such as "White Christmas," "God Bless America," "Puttin' On the Ritz," and "There's No Business Like Show Business," I Love a Piano does more than define the music of a generation - it defines the music of our country.

Tickets $ 25


Harold and the Purple Crayon - October 11, 2009 at 2pm

Enchantment Theatre Company returns to Brooklyn Center with a new theatrical adaptation of Crockett Johnson's beloved children's classic. Using life-size puppets, masks, magic and music, this family musical tells the story of Harold, a brave and resourceful little boy who creates the world he wants to explore using only a big purple crayon and his sky's-the-limit imagination.

Tickets $ 6


Luna Negra Dance Theater with the Turtle Island Quartet and Paquito D'Rivera - October 25, 2009 at 2pm

Dedicated to the works of Latino choreographers, Luna Negra Dance Theater celebrates its 10th anniversary by teaming up with the bold Turtle Island Quartet and legendary jazz musician Paquito D'Rivera, both multiple Grammy Award winners, in a celebration of the rich music and dance traditions of Cuba with their newest work entitled Danz

WHOIS Wins a $10,000 South Australian Govt. Tomorrow Grant

(PRWEB) February 19, 2010

Whois Pty Ltd. announced today that it has been successful in securing a $ 10,000 Tomorrow Grant from the South Australian Department of Trade and Economic Development.


Were very pleased that Whois is one of the companies chosen by DTED to receive a Tomorrow Grant. said Whois CEO, Mike Russell.


About Whois Pty Ltd.

Whois Pty Ltd. is an Australian company committed to making domain names and webhosting easy. Whois helps clients achieve their online goals by providing them with a range of easy to use, best of breed, products and services. Whois Pty Ltd. headquarters are found at the new South Australian Digital Media Initiative, The Tomorrow Studio. To learn more, visit http://www.whois.com.au.


About The Tomorrow Start Grant

The Tomorrow Start Grant is an important element of the South Australian Government's Creative Industries Program. It provides funding of up to $ 10,000 for new businesses working in digital media to undertake strategic expenditure that will support the establishment and early growth of the business. It provides a strategic 'kick start' for digital media professionals wanting to address promising commercial opportunities with innovative products and services. For more information visit http://www.creativeSA.org


Media contacts

DTED

Anthony Hull


Whois Pty Ltd:

Mike Russell.

+61 (0)4048 94647


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Become an e-commerce Specialist and Gain CIW Certification Via Distance Learning

(PRWEB UK) 28 October 2011

From this month, web development professionals looking to boost their e-commerce skills can do so by distance learning, via a new course from Home Learning College. CIW E-Commerce Specialist covers the key elements of creating and managing effective commercial websites, including site development, marketing and security, and leads to a recognised accreditation.


Home Learning College is an accredited CIW training partner, offering courses across a range of web development disciplines, including Web Foundations and Web Design. CIW E-Commerce Specialist is ideal for anyone with website authoring and development experience, or who has previously completed the foundational course.


CIW accreditations offer value to a broad range of professionals including marketers, internet and IT consultants, web designers and general business consultants. By the end of the E-Commerce Specialist course, students will be able to:

Sales Mastery 2011: The Elite Loan Officer Training Event

Irvine, CA (PRWEB) August 29, 2011

Sales Mastery 2011, presented by The Duncan Group, brings together the best and brightest mortgage industry heroes, originators, managers, trainers and consultants for four days of exclusive, intensive workshops, panels and keynote speeches designed to address personal challenges in todays mortgage business. All Sales Mastery 2011 attendees will leave with a detailed plan to improve not only their mortgage careers, but also their personal lives. Twelve of the nations top loan originators will be joined by industry heroes including Todd Duncan, Darren Hardy, Terri Sjodin, Steve Harney, Dave Savage and Tom Ferry, among others.


Sales Mastery 2011 will be held October 19-22 at the JW Marriott in Palm Desert, California.


Now in its 18th year, Sales Mastery will focus on three tracks for the 2011 gathering. The first, SUCCESS, consists of immersive loan officer training sessions designed to help originators achieve success in todays very challenging marketplace. Success in todays market requires the new tools and skills developed by Sales Masterys featured guests as well as all new thinking. The second track is MASTERY OF PURCHASE BUSINESS. Purchase leads and conversions used to come easily. They still can if you know exactly how to generate and close in new conditions. Sales Mastery 2011 features several of the nations top producers, who will share every detail of their approach. These top producers, along with other industry veterans, also comprise the third track: TODAYS HEROES. The Duncan Group believes the best way to achieve success is by emulating it. Sales Mastery will bring the top industry pros who are currently succeeding in todays market.


Sales Mastery founder Todd Duncan formed the Duncan Group in 1992 to meet the demand for innovative training and leadership in the mortgage banking industry. As a father of relationship-based selling for mortgage professionals, Todd has single-handedly developed more successful mortgage professionals and enhances the quality of service they provide in the mortgage industry today.


Every originator and manager in the country has gone through challenging times during the past eighteen months due to all the changes weve gone through, says Duncan. Sales Mastery delivers a solution to overcome this and succeed both personally and professionally.


Some of the other notable industry heroes who will be joining Todd Duncan at Sales Mastery 2011:


Darren Hardy: As publisher of SUCCESS magazine, Darren Hardy is in a unique position to interview industry leaders to uncover and share the secrets behind their extraordinary success. Darren has been a leader in the personal-development industry for sixteen years, having led two successful personal-development-based television networksThe Peoples Network (TPN), and The Success Training Network (TSTN).


Tom Ferry: Tom Ferry has earned a peerless reputation across North America as a top trainer, motivator and personal coach for professionals in the real estate and financial services industries. Tom has conducted trainings for more than 130,000 sales people nationwide, and has personally coached 16 of the top 100 agents in the country, including the #1 Century 21, Prudential and Coldwell Banker agents.


Terri Sjodin: Terri is one of Americas most highly sought after female speakers and has trained and motivated thousands of people from all over the world. Her unique specialization is advancing the persuasive presentation skills of professionals. She is the author of the highly acclaimed book, NEW SALES SPEAK The 9 Biggest Sales Presentation Mistakes and How To Avoid Them. Her new book, published later this year is, Small Message, Big Impact!


Steve Harney: Steve Harney authors the popular monthly Keeping Current Matters audio visual report for top agents and managers, and travels the country as an industry speaker and trainer in high demand. His 20-year history of success began as a top performing residential Realtor before he steadily built his own 500 agent real estate firm. He launched Steve Harney, Inc., his own brand of training and negotiation seminars, to help Realtors achieve their true potential.


Dan Rawitch: Dan Rawitch rose through the mortgage industry ranks to become chief executive officer of RPM Mortgage/FiNet Holding Company, a publicly traded company with market capitalization of more than $ 1 billion. During his tenure, which lasted from 1990 to 2003, FiNet acquired and integrated Monument Mortgage in Walnut Creek, Calif., a highly-regarded FNMA / FHlMC seller-servicer. Rawitch was also executive vice president of WMC Mortgage Corporation (later GE Money Bank) from 2003 to 2006, where he led national loan production and operations, generating $ 3 billion per month in loan production.


Sales Mastery 2011 is the years premier gathering of mortgage professionals. The Palm Springs location mirrors the events focus on a planned balance between business and personal, work and leisure. With a highly select group of attendees, culled from the nations most successful and dedicated working professionals, Sales Mastery 2011 promises to be a career-changing networking event.


For more information on Sales Mastery 2011, including a full lineup of Industry Heroes, visit http://www.salesmasterymobile.com


About Todd:


Over the past two decades Todd Duncan has built a respected enterprise while continuing to observe and study the lives of achievers who thrive on and off the job. His ongoing discoveries continue to be synthesized into compelling resources for living in a meaningful, enriching, and profitable way. His bestselling books and popular seminars have influenced millions to pursue a generous and abundant life, and have landed on prestigious bestseller lists including the New York Times, Los Angeles Times, Wall Street Journal, Barnes & Noble, Amazon.com, CEOread.com, and BusinessWeek.


Todd began his loan origination career at the age of twenty-three and he quickly learned what it takes to succeed amidst the rising pressures and incessant temptations of the marketplace. While Todd was listed in the top one-percent of the industry by the time he was twenty-seven, his world was dangerously out of balance. Eventually, his personal empire of expensive toys and fast living was toppled by a two year cocaine addiction. On his way down, Todd faced up to his shortcomings and thus embarked on a road to recovery and redemption.


Through the support of friends and mentors like Zig Ziglar, Og Mandino, and Ken Blanchard, Todd not only recovered but quickly re-ascended to the top. In 1992, Todd founded The Duncan Group to meet the growing demand for innovative training and leadership in the mortgage banking industry where he began his career. Like Peter Drucker, Dale Carnegie, and Bill Gates, Todd became an innovator who transformed his industry and improved the lives of millions. As a father of relationship-based selling for mortgage professionals, Todd has single handedly developed more successful mortgage professionals and enhances the quality of service they provide in the mortgage industry today.


Today, world-wide audiences praise Todd's authentic, balanced approach to success because he speaks from a platform of triumph. Todd's passion is to unlock the potential in every individual crossing his path, and his personal story has given hope to many. In designing world-renowned content and universal success strategies, Todd's ultimate goal is to help people lead healthy lives of fulfillment and satisfaction.


Todd and his two sons, Jonathan and Matthew live in Newport, California.


For more information on Sales Mastery 2011, including a full lineup of Industry Heroes, visit http://www.salesmasterymobile.com


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Relief Ahead for Mobile Data Networks as 63% of Traffic to Move onto Fixed Networks Via WiFi and Femtocells by 2015, Finds Juniper Research

Hampshire, UK (Vocus/PRWEB) 19 April 2011

New research has found that the majority of traffic (63%) generated by Smartphones, Tablets and Feature Phones will transfer onto the fixed network via Wi-Fi and Femtocells by 2015. This means that the annual mobile data traffic offloaded from operators' networks via WiFi and Femtocells is forecast to reach nearly 9000 petabytes (PB) by 2015, which equates to a voluminous 11 billion movie downloads.


Juniper Research found that the percentage of traffic offloaded in developed markets will actually diminish towards the end of the forecast period, and will begin to plateau in several other regions due to the accelerating take-up of LTE. Despite this however, the volume of data traffic offloaded from mobile networks will continue to grow strongly throughout the next five years as the total volume of data traffic delivered to mobile devices accelerates.


According to Mobile Data Offload & Onload report author Nitin Bhas, As a high percentage of mobile data consumption occurs while indoors or in motion, operators have an opportunity to offload data traffic onto complementary fixed networks via WiFi and Femtocells. Offloading also has the potential for creating new services and applications and enhancing the usage of existing services.


WiFi vs. Femtocell

Although currently WiFi accounts for over 98% of the traffic offloaded, Femtocells will account for a steadily increasing proportion over the forecast period. The highest penetration of femtocells for Data Offload will occur in North America.

Opportunities for Operators


The report recommends that operators view offloading solutions as being complementary to their 3G/4G network investments providing opportunities to seize market share and revenues from fixed line operators, extending their reach beyond mobile and making their 3G/4G business case profitable.


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Oklahoma Cattle Ranchers Finding Ways to Survive Drought

Elgin, Oklahoma (PRWEB) August 29, 2011

With 1.8 million head of cattle in Oklahoma, the drought of 2011 is having a serious economic impact on the state. Herds that ranchers have spent up to 25 years developing, to achieve the best beef traits, are being sold off to avoid losing them to hunger or dehydration. But lick blocks from SweetPro Feeds have helped the Glover Cattle Company to hold onto their animals by relying on a year 'round supplement program of protein, minerals and vitamins. Their cattle have needed less forage and made better use of the grasses they have, which has been enough to get them through the tough times.


The sale barn that's 11 miles from Glover's ranch would normally sell about 2000 head of cattle per week. In the past 6 to 8 weeks though, they've been selling 5000 to 6500 head per week. Early on, it was older cows and less desirable livestock, but as the drought wore on, ranchers have been selling the best of their cattle also. The heat has even caused some cattle deaths as livestock have been delayed for 3 or 4 hours in trailers in the sun, waiting to be unloaded at the sale barns.


Lifelong Oklahoma cattlemen like Glover worry that there won't be enough cattle later this year to meet demand. "This Fall, you might see only 500 head going through that sale barn per week instead of the 2000 you'd see normally. There will be a cattle shortage," Glover predicts. "You could see prices $ 25 to $ 30 more per 100 weight by next Spring because of the shortage. It'll take several years for this to get back to normal," he added.


That volatility may have a dramatic influence on consumer beef prices. And the drought's impact isn't over yet. "You can haul feed and hay, but not water," Glover said. "It'll take 8 to 10 inches of rain to have enough water to get the creeks and ponds going. We definitely need water in the next 60 to 90 days. Even if it just cools off, that'd be great. It was 109 degrees yesterday".


Other Oklahoma ranches like Ratcliff Ranch, Canadian Valley Ranch, White Cattle Company, Roos Ranch, Cole Brothers and Prater Land & Cattle, have had similar success fighting the drought by using the supplements. Glover, a SweetPro distributor, points out "Our cattle get by with less grass, less hay, and keep in better condition. People can't believe the cattle look as good as they do. The cows just look excellent".


Old style molasses blocks can melt in the kind of heat Oklahoma and Texas have had this year, and ranchers have seen cattle over-consume at up to 12 lbs per head per day on molasses. But SweetPro lick blocks are virtually weather-proof. They're made from distillers grains, not molasses, and are naturally high in protein, prebiotics, enzymes, fermentation feed ingredients and energy from complex carbohydrates, not simple sugars. They improve rumen fermentation, resulting in better overall digestion and increased feed efficiency of up to 25%. Vitamins and organically complexed trace minerals are added to help animal health, immune response and performance. All are important in helping a herd get through a severe drought like this one.


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DEATH to Cyber Bullying School Tour

New York, NY (PRWEB) October 28, 2011

Studio 109 kicks off its National DEATH to Cyber Bullying Tour on October 28, 2011 at The Angelo Patri Middle School. School Number: 391. Address: 2225 WEBSTER AVENUE BRONX, NY10457. Phone: 718-584-1295.


Baby Triggy, a teenage YouTube sensation, will be visiting to raise awareness about the harmful effects of Cyber Bullying.


According to Tracy Smith, correspondent for CBS News Sunday Morning, as many as 160,000 students stay home on any given day because they're afraid of bullies, this is a huge problem for American kids. It's estimated that since 1983, there've been more than 150 documented cases of young people committing suicide after being bullied. The Obama administration is aware of this national crisis and it is time to put an end to the bullying.


Baby Triggy, who featured, produced and co-wrote My Jeans music video has received over 14 million views in less than 8 months, is no stranger to Cyber Bullying. As a young person who has received media attention during his blossoming career, Baby Triggy has learned that not all fans can be friendly. Baby Triggy has found himself the victim of Cyber Bullying on a few occasions and has already assisted other victims who have been Cyber Bullied. The message is clear and the time is now, we must put an end to the Bullying.


Baby Triggy along with his management company, True Story Management. LLC, will be touring from state to state, talking with elementary and middle school - aged children in an attempt to educate the students on the harmful effects of Cyber Bullying. The goal is encourage the students to take a stand against the bullies and also to let them know they have people they can trust to contact. The prelude to Baby Triggys visit to the schools is a fundraiser in which 20% of proceeds go towards the awareness of Cyber Bullying.


In addition to speaking with the students at the schools, Baby Triggy will perform one his hit songs during the DEATH to Cyber Bullying presentation. Baby Triggy has proven his ability to identify with young students and being that he is a peer, the children listen during his influential speech.


Being bullied over the Internet is hard for anyone to deal with. It's tormenting and leaves the victim feeling helpless, stated Curtis L. Anderson, Father and President of True Story Management. LLC. Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words can KILL. Kids today are committing suicide and hurting each other over Cyber Bullying, we need to do something.


Cyber Bullying is the use of the Internet and related technologies to harm other people, in a deliberate, repeated, and hostile manner. As it has become more common in society, particularly among young people, legislation and awareness campaigns have arisen to combat it.


In most cases, these damaging statements are published on the Internet and may never be removed. These statements are detrimental to children and the Bullying often times will carry from the Internet to the school hallways. The DEATH to Cyber Bullying campaign will be speaking to the websites, to hold the sites more accountable for the content on their site and protecting the victims of Cyber Bullying. In most cases, the bully and the person bullied are both victims of Cyber Bullying.


Many States have penalties for the kids who are Cyber Bullying, which range from school/parent interventions to misdemeanors and felonies with detention, suspension, and expulsion in between. Some of these laws promote Internet safety education or curriculum that include Cyber Bullying.


About Baby Triggy


Curtis Michael Anderson (born May 19) better known as Baby Triggy, is an American hip-hop artist. Raised in South Side Jamaica Queens, NY, and started his career at the young age of ten. He was out with his father when they dropped by his dads friends music studio. Baby Triggy was blown away hearing the sounds of rap music. He asked his dad if he could give it a try and was told, its not as easy as it sounds. His fathers friend said, give him a shot and shortly after hearing the young man, they both were amazed.


Baby Triggy got his name from Mr. Fingers, who put the stamp on artists such as Jay-Z, DMX, Ja-Rule, and Fabolous. During an initial recording session, Mr. Fingers was impressed with Baby Triggys ability to nail the rhymes during the first take, saying hes a baby gunner, they ordain him with the name Baby Triggy.


At the age of eleven, Baby Triggy was offered recording contract with a record label. After careful discussion with his family, they decided to wait until he was a little older. Since that first day in the recording studio he has gone on to record several songs. Ice Cream, Crazy Days, Shine, Fran, My Imagination, and Im Just a Kid are all singles that can be enjoyed on Baby Triggys MySpace page. Triggy quickly gained over 398,000 friends and over 1.19 million views on his MySpace page! The spectacular new single Ice Cream has received phenomenal reviews with over 1 Million listens by fans.


If interested in contributing or joining the tour, please feel free to contact: Curtis Anderson @ 718-902-2431


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Cycling Circus Tour De Fat Rolls Into Durango: New Belgium Brewing Hits the Road With its Annual Ballyhoo of Bikes and Beer

Fort Collins, CO (PRWEB) August 23, 2006

Grab your cruiser bike and slip into your alter-ego - New Belgiums philanthropic cycling circus, Tour de Fat, is hitting the road for its sixth season! The roadshow series makes its stop in Durango on Saturday, September 16, 2006. The Tour will hit an additional ten cities slated across the West throughout the summer while the entire crew travels on B100 biodiesel fuel.


The Tour de Fat brings together bike enthusiasts and bon vivants of every stripe in an all-out ballyhoo of bikes and beer. Costumes and decorated bikes are the rule as the participants come for a bike parade, good music and entertainment, then stay for the beer.


Amid the hoopla, Tour de Fat also raises money for local charities. It's free to come and play, but if you buy a shirt or beer, all proceeds will go to the San Juan Mountains Association (SJMA). SJMA is a non-profit organization created in 1989 to promote responsible care of natural and cultural resources through education and hands-on involvement. They provide educational programs, publications, interpretive services and volunteer programs/projects.


The money raised by Tour de Fat supports the continued work we do in southwest Colorado and allows us greater opportunity to expand our outreach and strengthen our programs, said Gabi Morey, Director of Education and Outreach of SJMA. We want our community and visitors alike to experience and enjoy our natural surroundings and walk away with a greater respect and reverence for our lands and the environment.


Last year, the Durango Tour de Fat attracted more than 1,500 Fat Tire Fanatics and FUNdraised $ 5,000 for the San Juan Mountains Association. In addition, the Fort Lewis Environmental Center helped the Tour divert more than 85% of the total trash from the landfills and also raised $ 500.


Tour de Fat is a hair-raising, high-flying, death-defying show of incredible bike silliness and skill, said Chris Winn, Event Evangelist. You come out to the park, hang out with your friends, ride bikes and drink a little beer. At the end of the day, youve done your community some good just by having fun.


What: Tour de Fat


When: Saturday, September 16


Where: 12th and Main


Time: 11:00 a.m. Cruiser Bike Parade; 12:00 to 6:00 p.m. Bands and Beer


Bring: Your bike, the wildest costume you can put together, a smile and your happiest attitude ever!


Bands:

Maria Menounos and AfterBuzz TV Network to host AMC'S Breaking Bad Season Finale Viewing Party, Cast Q & A Live and After-show from the John Lovitz Comedy Club

Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) October 07, 2011

This Sunday, October 9th, Extra Host and AMC's Breaking Bad Superfan, Maria Menounos and her new media network, AfterBuzz TV, are proud to host a Breaking Bad Season Finale Viewing Party, Cast Q & A and "after-show", live from the Jon Lovitz Comedy Club at Universal CityWalk. At the club, Menounos will join Breaking Bad cast-mates and a live audience of fellow Breaking Bad fans in watching this season's finale episode at 7pm PST. Immediately following, Menounos will host an after-show, on stage, breaking down the episode and interviewing cast members from the series. The night promises to be the most exciting and enriching means to view the highly anticipated episode.


To buy tickets, go to thejonlovitzcomedyclub.com. To view the after-show live (on Sunday Oct 9th at 8:15pm PST), go to afterbuzztv.com or ustream.tv/afterbuzztv.


The Jon Lovitz Comedy Club:

1000 Universal Studios Blvd, Los Angeles, CA (818) 824-6545

Located at Universal CityWalk, the Jon Lovitz Comedy Club, not only hosts the world's leading stand up comedians, but also the world's leading podcasts including Adam Carolla and Kevin Smith making it the world's premier venue for new media!


About AfterBuzz TV:

Created by Extra's Maria Menounos and filmmaker, Keven Undergaro, The AfterBuzz TV Network is a new media platform designated to producing live and recorded after-show webcast and podcast content for TV series of all kinds. AfterBuzz TV is a veritable 'post-game' show for TV series. The network produces over 60 shows, including after-shows for such series as "Glee", "Boardwalk Empire", "Real Housewives", "Monday Night Raw", "Mad Men", "True Blood", "Keeping Up with the Kardashians", "X-Factor" and many other hit series. The net also produces after-shows for specials such as Oscars, Emmys, Grammys, etc. When fans finish watching select shows, they can go online to watch, or listen to, an after-show that features hosts breaking down that nights episode, taking calls from fans worldwide and interviewing guests such as cast members, celebrities, show runners etc. Based on Menounos and Undergaro's obsession with TV and with AMC's Breaking Bad, in particular, the AfterBuzz TV Network is a the place where fans can intimately interact after episodes of their favorite shows air. AfterBuzz shows are hosted by Menounos and Undergaro and an eclectic range of Hollywood professionals from celebrities to publicists to filmmakers to executives to choreographers to actors to WWE Divas. Their collective efforts offer rare, inside information on productions as well as provocative insight and comment. What makes AfterBuzz hosts most unique is the fact that they host merely because theyre Superfans themselves.


Shows are available live and on demand via ustream.tv and, in audio, via iTunes - the latter which receives downloads worldwide. All of the above has made AfterBuzz TV the largest pure new media platform on the web. For fans who wish to maintain their buzz, after their favorite shows have aired, the AfterBuzz TV network is the place to do so.


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Keyspan Offers New Universal Dock and Wireless Remote Control for Apples iPod

Macworld Expo San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) January 10, 2006

Keyspan announced its new A/V Dock for iPod and A/V Remote for iPod. The feature-packed dock and wireless remote for iPod provide a simple and convenient way to enjoy iPod music, photos or videos on a stereo or TV. They are on display in booth #1049 at Macworld Expo.


The Keyspan A/V Dock for iPod provides an easy and affordable way to connect the iPod to a computer, stereo or TV. The dock enables a user to:


Otherworld Publications is Excited To Announce the 2011 Publication Line-up

Louisville, KY (PRWEB) October 4, 2010

Otherworld Publications is thrilled to announce the 2011 publication line-up. We have another exciting year ahead of us.


About the Authors:


Michael Wallace


Michael Wallace grew up reading all the history texts and novels he could find. His library shelves are filled with a range of genres from H.G Wells and Jules Verne to Michael Crichton and Tom Clancy. It is only natural he writes thriller adventures with a science fiction twist and some history thrown in for fun. At the point the reader becomes comfortable with the pace of his stories, he will hit you with a plot twist, which will change the game.


His first novel, The Red Fire Fly, broke new ground when it was released with its own soundtrack. The combination of music with a novel adds a third dimension by letting the readers hear the background of the scenes.


He lives in Colorado where on weekends you will find him rock climbing, or kayaking, or backpacking, or snowshoeing, or hiking, but most likely, you will find him running a trail somewhere. He runs 30 to 40 miles a week and he does it barefoot. Yep, he is one of those insane barefoot runners and to make it worse he hopes to one day run in all the stages of the Four Deserts Race. You can learn more about him and his books at http://thehashwriter.com.


Jennifer Cloud


Jennifer Cloud was born in Asheville, North Carolina. She began her love of books at a young age and soon after discovered her love for writing. Her husband encouraged her to finish her first novel after finding a partial manuscript she had hidden away in an armoire. She now resides in Missouri with her husband and two daughters. She is the author of many novels in both print and electronic versions. She has also had two dozen short stories published and many novellas.


David Donaghe


David H. Donaghe lives and works in the high desert of southern California. David has three passions in life: reading, writing and riding his motorcycle. When not delving into a good book or putting his face in the wind on his motorcycle, David writes short stories and novels. He has had three short stories published so far and another coming out in an anthology.


Davids other hobbies include, fishing, hunting, karate, camping, horsemanship and other outdoor activities. He uses these experiences and other life experiences in his writing. David is currently enjoying life and working on his next novel.


Brandon Tietz


Brandon Tietz is the author of the novel, "Out of Touch," a transgressive take on nightlife, socialites, and sensory deficiency. He enjoys a well-poured vodka tonic, good conversation, and the musical stylings of R