Lodging Interactive Launches Chatter Guard Online Reputation Management Technology & Service

New Study Shows Small Business Owners How to Increase Profitability

A new study released today entitled "A Virtual Solution for Business Growth, Stability and Profitability" by Sharon Williams, shows business owners how outsourcing to Virtual Assistants, members of one of the fastest growing industries today, can save time and money and increase profitability.

The report introduces small business owners, independent professionals, entrepreneurs and corporations to solutions that resolve challenges and positively influence business growth and stability. It is especially beneficial for entrepreneurs seeking relief from overwhelmed, and those that could use fresh insight into projects, an extra pair of administrative hands or an expert in Internet-based technologies.... (Continue reading)

Cogendi and Eurekahedge Announce Their Partnership

Cogendi and Eurekahedge are pleased to announce they have entered into a partnership to make databases supplied by Eurekahedge, the leading hedge fund data company, available through Cogendi's groundbreaking software c*neo.

c*neo is a unique information system designed for players in the fund of funds and fund management industry. The application software enables users to integrate, monitor and share information, build and manage portfolios (multi-frequency, multi-currency), and create dynamic reports. c*neo is not a standard or predefined product but rather an intuitive solution which can be adapted to the user’s business vision and organisation.... (Continue reading)

Marketing Software Innovation Earns Elliance Top Service Provider Honors in Tech 50 Awards

Pittsburgh eMarketing and marketing software firm Elliance has been selected among the region's leading technology innovators in the 10th annual Pittsburgh Technology Council's Tech 50 Awards. The Pittsburgh Technology Council's Tech 50 Awards recognize Pittsburgh region's highest achieving and most innovative technology companies.

"It's great to be recognized as a technology innovator," said Elliance Chief Executive Officer Abu Noaman. "It's even better knowing that our tools and services are making a difference for fellow Tech 50 honorees. We've helped companies such as MedMark and Black Box win new business and grow."... (Continue reading)

Designer Plumbing Outlet, an Online Plumbing Products Retailer, is Named in Internet Retailer's Top 500 Guide

DesignerPlumbingOutlet.com, a virtual store for kitchen and bathroom fixtures, fittings and accessories has claimed a spot on the Internet Retailer Top 500 Guide. The magazine named Designer Plumbing Outlet 24th in the Hardware/Home Improvement category for 2008 and 452nd in the overall rankings.

Designer Plumbing Outlet

"We are honored to be recognized by Internet Retailer for the success of our business," says Eric Strand, founder and CEO of Designer Plumbing Outlet. "Our success is not only because we know the internet, our entire staff is made up of experts in plumbing products who are dedicated to fulfilling our customers' orders quickly and accurately."... (Continue reading)

GainClients, Inc. Offers Technology Solution to Counteract U.S. Housing Slump

GainClients, Inc. (GainClients), a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) provider for the real estate and mortgage industries, has released the real estate search engine Sikku. The search engine makes it easier for real estate agents to sell homes, for loan officers to generate loans, and for homeowners who want to sell their properties to find buyers with unlimited property listings that are syndicated to the largest online marketplaces.

"There is no denying that the industry is in a downturn that is quite serious, but many homes are still selling," said Ray Desmond, founder and CEO of GainClients. "Good marketing will make the difference, and this solution gives real estate agents and the For Sale By Owner community all of the tools they need to be successful."... (Continue reading)

Top Four Tips for Landing a Job After Graduation -- Go Niche; Go Now; Go Where the Jobs Are

Its that time of year again when soon-to-be college grads are nervous about finding a job and entering the workforce as a full-time employee. Facing one of the toughest job markets in years, competition is fierce. Graduates of all levels need as much information and tools as possible -- preferably at their fingertips.

What can college grads do today? According to CareerWomen.com, the leading e-Recruiting niche site by and for women, the number one tip for this year is to go niche."

Even in a tough economy, corporate recruiters are seeking qualified candidates and are having a difficult time finding them at the general job sites," said JillXan Donnelly, president of CareerWomen.com. CareerWomen.com has opportunities for women and diversity job seekers from leading Fortune 500 companies who are looking for qualified niche candidates. CareerWomen.com will help you be found by some the worlds most-respected and sought after companies."... (Continue reading)

Area Nonprofits to Benefit from Local Web Company

PBWeb, a division of Five Star Professional Services, Inc. (5StarProsm,), announced the latest recipients of PBWebs pro bono Internet services.

"We were pleased to help the Spencer Agricultural Fair this quarter and we will be working with the1745 Meeting House next quarter," said Gail Sterner, owner of the Palmer-based company. "Also, we will continue to provide Internet service to the Quaboag Valley Chamber of Commerce and the Women's Business Alliance Organization."

Sterner understands the power and effectiveness of the Internet. "I realized that nonprofit organizations could benefit greatly from a strong Internet presence. More and more people turn to the Web when looking for services and goods. The Internet is an excellent way for the community to find out about the vast array of services available to them through nonprofit organizations."... (Continue reading)

Armand Morin's 2005 Big Seminar Promises to be a Money Making Monster for Internet Marketing Enthusiasts

The recent buzz surrounding Armand Morin's Big Seminar has every aspiring millionaire running for one of the few remaining seats. 28D

Last count had 238 of 400 seats, left, and 147 were sold before the event even was announced!

1B3 159 Jeff responded with, No more losing money on the Internet. For example, people will walk away with a plan and a solid strategy to study a niche, build a niche site, market to the niche and earn money all day long from a website in as little as two hours from one of the speakers in the event. The benefits to attending this event are numerous. 101

226 1B3 115 techniques taught at the BigSeminar, he has decided to give away the farm

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Search Engine Optimization Guaranteed by Reno SEO Firm

It is called Search Engine Optimization by those geeks of the industry but most people explain Search Engine Optimization as, making your Website visible to the Search Engine's like Google and Yahoo.

Search Engine Optimization changes every day. To keep on top of the changes, it takes hours of research, and the ability to make snap decisions when the search engines decide to change the way they search for things; which happens quite frequently. Internet Marketing expert, Zane Durant of Reno SEO said, "We have a proven method to get web sites to the top of search results and we back it up with a 100% money back guarantee." Durant went on to say that "Our consultants work hard to deliver page one results and they basically back it up with their paychecks. Reno SEO Consultants do not get paid until they deliver what they promise - which is a page one location for your site.... (Continue reading)

2006 France Industry & Market Outlook Now Available

The 2006 edition of France Industry & Market Outlook is published and available for purchase. The 2006 France Industry & Market Outlook features over 120 major France industries and 500+ minor industries.

With over 250 pages, the 2006 France Industry & Market Outlook features:

-20 new industries added to 2006 edition

-2006 establishments, employment and sales totals for each industry

-2007 forecast establishments, employment and sales totals for each industry

-5-year trend establishments and sales totals

-Industry financial ratios such as sales per employees, sales per establishment and employees per establishment

-2005 establishments, employment and sales totals for 500+ minor industries

-Industry definitions and descriptions... (Continue reading)

Neumont University Sets Innovative Standard in U.S. Higher Education

Neumont University, offering accelerated Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Master of Business Administration degrees, announced today that the September 2006 Report of the Commission on Higher Education appointed by U.S. Secretary of Education Margaret Spellings recognized the University as one charting the future of U.S. Higher Education.

In the report, the Commission stated that the future of our country’s colleges and universities are threatened by global pressures, powerful technological developments, restraints on finance and structural limitations that are in need of reform. The report concludes that past attainments in the U.S. have led to the nation’s unwarranted complacency towards its future in higher education. Recent data from the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development indicates the U.S. is now ranked 12th among industrialized countries in higher education attainment, with another half dozen on our heels.... (Continue reading)

PSS Named to Entrepreneur Magazine's Hot 100 Fast-Growth Companies

PSS, a leading provider of contact center software and services, has been selected by Entrepreneur Magazine as one of the nation's Hot 100 fast-growth businesses for 2008. Culled from a database of nearly 21 million companies, Entrepreneur Magazine and research provider CentrisPoint distinguished the Hot 100 based on rapid sales growth, positive job growth, and other select criteria. The Hot 100 ranking appears in the May issue of Entrepreneur, on newsstands now. PSS is the only company on the list specializing in contact center solutions.... (Continue reading)

ECTACO, Inc. Announces a New Era in Handheld Communication

Ectaco Inc. (www.ectaco.com) has just unveiled the newest and most prestigious electronic dictionary known to date right in time for the Las Vegas Consumer Electronics Show. Freely translating through any languages, downloading books and photo albums, learning, studying, and hearing fluent pronunciations of every word or phrase are now available in the palm of your hand.

Here is the ECTACO Partner P900 Talking Electronic Dictionary and Audio PhraseBook. Unlike anything in the past and with absolutely no competitors in it's class, the Partner P900 can be marked as the Mercedes-Benz of the translating world. While typing it pronounces the letters for you in any language. While in the dictionary or picture dictionary, you have access to hundreds of thousands of words fluently spoken aloud, and now you can even download full e-books with pictures and all to read anywhere and anytime. Even the built-in FM Radio will get a signal while you're on the go. With Ectaco's award-winning Language Teacher now upgraded, it will teach you step by step English or any foreign language like a personal tutor while charting progress to see how well you do. If learning by day isn't enough, the brand new U-Learn course now teaches you while you sleep. Pre-set programs will automatically do all the work for you so in the morning you wake up feeling refreshed and multilingual.... (Continue reading)

70,000 Used Machinery and Trucks Adverts on Mascus

More and more adverts on Mascus

We are surely facing challenging times in the current economic situation. One fact however is undeniable, the increase of Internet share in global advertisement, for which cases like Mascus, the first truly Pan European marketplace of used machinery and transportation vehicles is a good example.

Last week, Mascus reported to have surpassed the amount of 70,000 adverts of used trucks, trailers, tractors, diggers, excavators, forklifts, groundscare and forestry machines on its 00004000 page, which happens for the first time in the history of the marketplace. "We have been glad, to follow a stable increase of ads on our pages for few months now." says Mascus Sales Director Rickard Petersson. "Our customers simply sell their used machines and trucks through Mascus, which attracts more advertising dealers on our pages." he adds.... (Continue reading)

Neighborhood America Powers Omni Hotels' New 'The Local Scoop' Online Community to Connect with Travelers

No one knows a city better than those who call it home. From Pittsburgh's best microbrews to the pet-friendly parks of San Francisco, locals can now share this insider scoop with travelers through Omni Hotels' new online community, 'The Local Scoop.' With the expertise of Neighborhood America, Omni Hotels has built an engaging enterprise social network where local residents can showcase their hometown by sharing stories, posting recommen 5b4 dations and uploading pictures.

To open the dialogue between locals and visitors, readers can comment on the 'scoop' and rate the postings. This online community will further serve to connect travelers with the Omni Hotels - before, during and after their visit - while enabling the brand to continue building relationships online.... (Continue reading)

Agnitum's Outpost Firewall Goes Free

The security experts at Agnitum, the provider of Outpost Pro product line, are pleased to announce a new free version of the award-winning Outpost Firewall.

Outpost Firewall Free, which can be acronymed OFF yet the protection is always ON, becomes available to all modern Windows users with 100% OFF the price expected from a powerful security solution. Outpost Firewall Free 2009 encompasses Agnitum's fundamental protective mechanisms and provides key components to build a comprehensive security system.... (Continue reading)

ExpertNegotiator Adds Leading Negotiation Authority Dr. Roy J. Lewicki to its Academic Board of Experts

Negotiation expert Marty Latz, Esq., founder and CEO of ExpertNegotiator, announced today that Dr. Roy J. Lewicki, negotiation author and Irving Abramowitz Memorial Professor at The Ohio State University Fisher College of Business, has joined the ExpertNegotiator Academic Board of Experts. ExpertNegotiator is Web-based negotiation planning and management software designed to empower users to negotiate strategically to get the best deals.

Negotiate Like an Expert

The software is based on the advice and expertise of the world's foremost academic experts and practitioners in negotiation and related fields. The ExpertNegotiator Academic Board of Experts advises the company on current developments to ensure that its strategies and tactics are based on the latest and best research. The board's members have over 100 years of collective experience researching and teaching negotiation in leading academic institutions, including Harvard, Yale, Stanford, Columbia, UCLA, Duke, Dartmouth and the University of Virginia.... (Continue reading)

Health Expert Dr. David Friedman Discusses Power of Sea Vegetables on Recent Episode of 'The Balancing Act'

Many of the fruits and vegetables we eat today contain only a fraction of the nutrients they contained nearly 100 years ago, making it harder than ever to fully benefit from the nine servings recommended per day. Dr. David Friedman, health expert on Lifetime Television's popular morning show, "The Balancing Act", recently described this problem and offered a simple solution from an unexpected source.

Sea Kelp, one of the four sea vegetables in Chews-4-Health chewable dietary supplements.

"The fruits and vegetables of today are really different than the ones our grandparents ate," explained Friedman on the July 20 episode of the show. "For instance, you would have to eat 26 apples today to equal the nutritional content of one apple from the year 1914, and eat 10 tomatoes to equal the nutritional content of one tomato from 1940."... (Continue reading)

HireAbility.com’s Recruiter Training Center Hosts Sold-Out Training Event

Recruitment professionals flocked in record numbers to HireAbility’s® newly-launched Recruiter Training Center to participate in accredited training from industry leader Shally Steckerl, President of JobMachine, Inc. In HireAbility’s sold-out training event – which was only the second event for its new Recruiter Training Center – participants learned how to find passive talent with Google ® and LinkedIn ®" and received a free "CheatSheet" for attending.

"HireAbility and Shally did an amazing job in delivering a power-packed presentation that was chocked full of candidate sourcing and recruiting tips that our staff will surely leverage when seeking top candidates," remarked Todd Bridges, co-founder of Targeted Search in Atlanta, Georgia, and an attendee of the recent event. "We're consistently seeking ways to ensure the recruiters on our staff are the best in the industry. It can be difficult to find cutting-edge and affordable content that really makes a difference in the services we provide to our clients. I'm really happy with what I heard on this recent training event and look forward to similar events in the future," he continued.... (Continue reading)

Lodging Interactive Launches Chatter Guard Online Reputation Management Technology & Service

Lodging Interactive, a leading interactive marketing agency for the hospitality industry, announced today the launch of Chatter GuardTM an online reputation management technology and service. Chatter Guard’s proprietary technology trawls the web to find User Generated Content (UGC) and provides a service to help companies post responses to User Generated Content.

“Chatter Guard enables hotels, and any business, to find what people are saying about them online and most important it provides an opportunity for the business to post a response. Our proprietary technology trawls the web 24/7 to find any User Generated Content related to our clients. Then, our business processes validate the data to ensure the chatter is highly relevant to our clients” said Mr. DJ Vallauri, Lodging Interactive’s Founder & President.... (Continue reading)