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Steven Himmelfarb Becomes Newest Agent At The Billions Corporation

Steven Himmelfarb today begins work as an agent at The Billions Corporation after three years in that capacity at Paquin Entertainment in Toronto. His roster, which includes Tokyo Police Club, Final Fantasy, Basia Bulat (Canada only) Hayden (Canada only) and Beirut (Canada only) moves with him.

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Chicago-headquartered Billions, with existing agents also based in Seattle, WA, Portland, OR and Bloomington, IN, is celebrating its twentieth year of operation. Among its exclusive clients are The Arcade Fire, Death Cab For Cutie, Nick Cave and The Bad Seeds, Sufjan Stevens, Vampire Weekend, Neko Case, Silversun Pickups and Oscar-winning duo The Swell Season.... (Continue reading)

When It Comes To eBay Auctions It Seems Anything Goes

Everyone knows that some people will buy and sell anything, and business partners Nick Puopolo and Sarah Hughes can prove it. Spurred on by their sense of fun the two started an eBay auctions spoofing web site http://www.wayoutauctions.com in late September 2005 and they’re already getting over a thousand visits a day.



Need a half eaten peanut butter cup; you’ll be competing with at least fourteen other bidders. Want an invisible friend; not only do you have to outbid the competition you’ll have to pay two dollars in shipping for him as well.



Puopolo and Hughes scour the items listed on eBay to bring readers the funniest and most outrageous examples of strange, weird, mummified and down right disgusting auctions that are freely listed on the best-know Internet auction site. The wayoutauctions.com web site is updated daily with fresh, fun and surprising new examples that prove that when it comes to auctions people will buy and sell anything.



And this is just the beginning for http://www.wayoutauctions.com -what started out as a fun hobby is fast becoming big business. Puopolo says, “The site now boasts over 15,000 links and plans are in the works for expanding the site to include contests and prizes too.”... (Continue reading)

Basil the Bionic Cat has made it across the Atlantic Ocean

Basil the Bionic Cat is the first book in a series of four, featuring Basil and friends in a non-stop thrilling action adventure of industrial espionage, kidnap, psychotic killer plants, secret laboratories, gadgets galore and big explosions.

This exciting and funny novel is aimed at children aged 8 and up but would also appeal to anyone who has ever owned a cat.

American based website; www.catsandflowers.com are stocking Basil's gripping adventure and as a special bonus they have limited edition, signed photo's of the 'real' Basil to give away as an extra treat.... (Continue reading)

Updated Inventory Platinum Add-On Module Just Released

How often have you been asked to find whom you last purchased a product from and at what cost? The current release will make it easy to Track Inventory Purchase Costs with just a few clicks and without having to use a spreadsheet to re-enter data.

Just released is an updated version of the Inventory Platinum add-on module which will allow the user to quickly view all product costs ranging from low to high and average for any specified date range.

The display of purchased products will show the Vendor from whom the product was purchased, along with Unit Cost, Invoice number and date. To see the latest cost and whom purchased from for any product is just a couple of clicks away.... (Continue reading)

Mold is a Real Health Threat in South Florida

Er Environmental Group, a Miami based mold inspection firm, opens its doors for business in Dade County, Broward County and Palm Beach County.

With hurricane season in effect, mold is a concern that haunts many Florida residents. The summer months bring elevated humidity levels, which in turn increase the potential for mold growth in our homes. Mold can become present in your home or business in many ways: flooding, leaky roofs, plumbing leaks, burst pipes, even rain or sprinkler water against the house. Sometimes, you can see discoloration on the walls or ceiling, or you see your floors have warped. Maybe, there is a musty odor in certain rooms of the house or condensation on the walls.... (Continue reading)

'Wireless Packaged Research Service' from WTRS Tracks Wireless Innovation, Industry Developments and Provides Access to a Virtual In-House Analyst

WTRS, a market leader for eight years in wireless analysis, institutes a new "Wireless Packaged Research Service," in three optional formats, to assist companies seeking more comprehensive research service in this arena.

This “Packaged” program will provide you with the tools you need to stay not only current with industry trends but ahead of the curve in monitoring your competition…today’s as well as tomorrow’s. Each package “tracks” important changes, developments, hazards and opportunities in selected wireless technologies and companies. Significant savings are yours as well, since each “Package” includes Reports that, if purchased separately, would cost considerably more.... (Continue reading)

Gallaudet Protesters Welcome on Public Sidewalks of Hyatt Hotel this Friday and Saturday

The County of Fairfax of the Commonwealth of Virginia, through the actions of their authorized representatives, is extending a welcome to all Gallaudet protesters.

While the County of Fairfax has not issued any official statements of welcome, it is clear that the County is very supportive of the First Amendment rights of the protesters due to the friendly nature of the communications that have taken place so for between the protest leadership and those County of Fairfax representatives.

The negotiations for a free speech zone near the Hyatt Hotel (address: 2300 Dulles Corner Blvd, Herndon, Virginia) have now been successfully concluded and the following rules have been agreed upon for the period of Friday, July 28th to Saturday, July 29th, 2006 (and also including Sunday, July 29, in the event that the Gallaudet Board of Trustees announces an extension of their meetings):... (Continue reading)

Advanced VoIP Network Redefines Telecom Support

Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) is changing the face of telecom, changing not only consumers' cost expectations but also challenging traditional operating procedures. Companies that have developed VoIP networks from the ground up have the unique opportunity to address long-standing operational issues common among traditional Telcos. Gafachi Communications is one such carrier, which has spent years developing custom network functionality to provide a new level of customer support and network reliability.... (Continue reading)

Reunite Your High School Class with New Technology from Class Creator

Prepare for a blast from the past. There's a new way to reunite your Classmates online. It's called Class Creator, and it's free.

Whether you graduated 1 year ago, 10 years ago, or even 50 years ago, the key to reuniting your former classmates and renewing old friendships is building a web site of your own.

Isn't building a web site hard? Yes. Well, normally it would be anyway. But new tools have emerged online that make it simple for anybody to develop and run highly functional class web sites with literally no experience or technical skills.... (Continue reading)

O/E Learning Upgrades 113 Computer Kiosks for Health and Safety Training at Plant Floor Level

O/E’s Fortune 500 manufacturing client needed to provide its plant floor workers with Environmental, Health and Safety Training that met the U.S. government's Occupational Health and Safety Administration's (OSHA) guidelines. In 1994, O/E installed computer kiosks to provide a cost-effective and convenient way for their client to deliver training to thousands of employees who not only worked on multiple shifts, but also did not have access to a desktop computer.

The original solution provided plant floor employees with access to self-paced Health and Safety Training. The video intensive courses were installed and run locally on each kiosk workstation. This required each station to be updated and serviced individually. With the advent of Web-enabled Learning Management Systems (LMSs) and continued advances in computer and learning technology, the original kiosks have extended their maximum life.... (Continue reading)

Newly Launched Bedding Website BeddingForU.com Adds White Sheet Sets

BeddingForU.com, an online retailer of various bedding supplies, was launched on October 1, 2008 by Crystal Koger and Chasity Wiseman. Expanding the bedding options available through the site, the newest products are 400 thread count white cotton sateen sheets.

"We know people have different bedding needs, which is why we're always looking to add new products," said Koger. "We want the site to have traditional and nontraditional colors, and now this includes the newly added white sheet set. We had moss, navy, blush, and ivory sheets, but we wanted to make sure we didn't leave out the most common color."... (Continue reading)

TASC Elects Nick Passalacqua of Predictivedollars.com its Newest Board Member

Nick Passalacqua, founder of www.Predictivedollars.com, has been the newest member elected to the board at large of TASC. TASC's™ goals are to promote good practice in the debt settlement industry, protect the interests of consumer debtors, and lobby on behalf of debt settlement companies on the federal and state level. Nicholas plans to bring awareness to (TASC) through its web committee because he feels that there is such a large untapped audience that needs to clearly understand the benefits of being a (TASC) member.... (Continue reading)

Tollfreenumber.ORG Offers Large Stock of 800 Numbers Even As Supplies Dwindle Nationwide

Logan Marshall, the CEO of Tollfreenumber.ORG, has announced that his California-based communications company still has ample available 1-800 phone numbers.

Recent news reports have revealed a drastic reduction in accessible toll free numbers nationwide. These reports have spurred concerns that accessible toll free numbers will soon run dry.

Despite the nationwide shortage, Tollfreenumber.ORG can easily provide subscribers with suitable 800 prefixes and vanity numbers for immediate ownership. This news may come as a relief to some business owners who have been finding it difficult to obtain a good toll free number.... (Continue reading)

Leading Education Portal Announces Free Comptia A+ Study Guides

ProProfs.com, the leading free online education portal, today announced the launch of Comptia A+ cetification study guides available online, free of cost. The Comptia A+ study guides are a self-study course that use interesting methods to reinforce learning for all topics included in Comptia A+ Hardware exam and the Comptia A+ OS (Operating Systems Technology) exam. The A+ study guides cover all aspects required to gather skills and knowledge to quickly become certified. These study guides are designed to make A+ study invigorating and easy to retain through interactive quizes and animated illustrations.... (Continue reading)

Media Publisher Names Ray Hood as Chief Executive Officer

Media Publisher, Inc., the leader in Enterprise Video Communications (EVC), has appointed technology veteran Ray Hood chief executive officer. An experienced company operator and leader, Hood offers deep sales, technology and financial skills, and has a strong track record of building successful businesses.

"Ray is an experienced executive who brings a wealth of experience and leadership that will help Media Publisher leverage an exciting market opportunity. He previously built an organization with sales and service operations in fourteen countries, development operations in three countries, and customers in all major markets around the world. He brings a solid, proven track record to a growing and promising company," said Alex Mendez, Board Member of Media Publisher and partner in Storm Ventures, a venture capital firm.... (Continue reading)

The Psychiatry and Neurology Interest Group at Albany Medical College Develops New Organization Website

The Psychiatry and Neurology Interest Group (PNIG) at Albany Medical College (AMC) is a collection of dedicated medical and graduate students who are interested in learning more about the brain. The organization was created by Misty Richards, a third year PhD/MD student at Albany Medical College in 2006. Her main motivation for PNIG was to create a forum where students interested in the neurosciences could share ideas, opportunities, and experiences with one another. In addition, it would inspire students to learn more about psychiatry and neurology in order to facilitate matriculation into related residency programs.... (Continue reading)

WTS's Announces Managed Disaster Recovery for the AS/400, iSeries, and System i

WTS, Inc., the leader in application hosting, managed disaster recovery, and colocation services for Oracle's JD Edwards applications, announced their newly expanded Managed Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity service for IBM i customers. These services are available to all organizations who use IBM i for Power solutions and also include support for DB2, Oracle, and SQL databases. WTS's business continuity disaster recovery services are designed to ensure that organizations can recover their critical business systems quickly, with minimal interruption to their organization and operations.... (Continue reading)

Great Oz Scapes Introduces All-Inclusive Victoria Accommodation For Anyone Seeking A Hassle Free Holiday

Great Oz Scapes (www.greatozscapes.com.au) is proud to introduce an exiting array of vacation options for those seeking the perfect Victoria accommodation. These unique travel packages can also be purchased as gift vouchers. Those seeking to save the time, money, and the hassle that often goes into planning a perfect weekend retreat will enjoy the many packages offered. Customers can easily purchase an entire vacation -- from accommodations to dining to helicopter rides and wine tastings -- with the click of a mouse.... (Continue reading)

Benelogic, LLC Promotes Christine Y Miki to Position of President

Benelogic , a best-of-breed provider of online benefit management portal applications, is pleased to announce the promotion of Christine Miki to President. She will be responsible for guiding the company to fulfill its mission to clients and partners of Connecting People with Benefits through the Integration of Service and Technology™.

“Christine has demonstrated a clear understanding of customers' needs in businesses across all industries.” said Matthew Oros, CEO. “Her experience, well respected leadership and services-led approach to creating a competitive value proposition for our customers will help keep Benelogic on a solid growth track.”... (Continue reading)

VISTAtsi Validates Reputation as a Leader in Decision Support Analytics for Government and Business

VISTA Technology Services, Inc. (VISTAtsi) announced today the results of its annual Customer Satisfaction Survey. VISTAtsi, a leading real property and asset management consultancy, has proven itself to be customer-focused and satisfaction-driven for the fourth consecutive year.

"We value our long-standing client relationships and our survey shows that our client's also value their relationship with us," remarked President and CEO David B. Baxa. "I am pleased to report that for another year, 100% of customers surveyed said they are satisfied with the services and solutions we provide, citing our subject matter and technical expertise as the leading reason why they chose VISTAtsi."... (Continue reading)