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Boaz Babai Will Be Giving a Talk on Web Marketing Strategy at the Age of the Web 2.0 Revolution, at Bar-Ilan University

Boaz Babai, Founder & GM of ARPU~UP, will be giving a talk on Web Marketing Strategy at the Age of the Web 2.0 Revolution, at Bar-Ilan University, Ramat Gan, Israel. Babai's presentation will focus on how companies can adapt their online marketing strategies to the fundamental changes in Internet users' usage habits brought about by the increase in popularity and functionality of Web 2.0 based applications and digital media platforms.

In his talk to the Executive MBA students at Bar-Ilan University which will take place on Thursday 26th October 2006, Babai will present effective tools of organic Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Pay-Per-Click (PPC), Press Release Optimization and Delivery (PR-SEO), and Blog Marketing. The lecture is a part of "Internet Marketing and Electronic Commerce" course by Dr. Ari Dothan, an associate lecturer at the Bar-Ilan University.... (Continue reading)

Houston Mom Prepares for Grand Opening of New Marlo Quinn Online Store

Ulanda Celestine, founder of The Internet Income Center and Houston area mom, announced today that the online store for the new direct sales company 2da0 , Marlo Quinn, will be available to the general public this week. Ulanda is an Independent Founding Consultant for Marlo Quinn.

Marlo Quinn is a new direct sales company which offers premium 100% soy candles and natural bath and body products for women, men, and children. The Marlo Quinn product line currently includes over 100 gourmet soy candle scents, 28 natural soap blends, lotions, cremes, scrubs and other bath products, as well as facial, hair, and baby care products. All Marlo Quinn products are 95 to 100% natural and the body products are designed for sensitive skin.... (Continue reading)

SGFGifts.com Opens a New Blog for Customers, Announces Promotion

"I wanted to focus my business on honesty, good prices and services, so I opened a couple of web sites," explains Steven Findley, detailing the origin of his web store, www.SGFGifts.com. "I opened sites so I could offer the whole country these items -- items that the people deserve."

With that mindset at the forefront, Steven has operated his web-based business for a year, offering quality items at an affordable price. "I was looking for something that isn't outpriced, with quality products. I came up with something that offers thousands of items on one web site," he says, proud of his online superstore. "It's a friendly web site. When customers get there, they can just go to the home page and look at the products, which are in a variety of categories."... (Continue reading)

The Jay Group Recognized by DiversityBusiness.com

DiversityBusiness.com, the nation's leading multicultural internet site recently awarded The Jay Group with several top rankings in among diverse business owners. They include:

Top Woman Owned Business in Pennsylvania (Ranking #1)

Top Diversity Owned Business in Pennsylvania (Ranking #1)

Top Small Business in Pennsylvania (Ranking #3)

Top Woman Owned Business in American (Ranking #51)

Top Small Business in America (Ranking #61)

Top Diversity Owned Business in America (Ranking #106)

The Jay Group will be honored at a special awards ceremony at DiversityBusiness.com's "8th Annual Multicultural Business Conference," April 23 - 25, 2008 at Disney's BoardWalk Resort in Orlando, Florida.... (Continue reading)

Working at Home Can Be Fun & Profitable - But ...

Working at Home Can Be Fun & Profitable - But ...

Unfortunately, the millions of people seeking an honest way to make money at home are easy targets for petty con-men offering get rich quick" opportunities, easy money" Internet businesses and work in your pajamas" schemes. Concepts developed primarily to make the promoters; not the participants, rich.

Now, a special report by J.F. (Jim) Straw; who has spent nearly 50 years in business, is helping people start in their own home-based businesses.... (Continue reading)

Wayne Cozad To Speak In China On US Channel Partner Opportunities

Cube Management Founder and Managing Partner, Wayne E. Cozad, II, has been invited by the China Council for Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT) to return to China on June 18, 2005, for a six-city promotional speaking engagement. This will mark Mr. Cozads third trip to China to discuss US Channel Partner opportunities and assist Chinese companies looking to develop stronger relationships in the US marketplace. Our goal is to help emerging growth and mid-market Chinese companies better understand the nuances of doing business in the United States," explains Cozad.... (Continue reading)

National Business Group on Health Names Best Employers for Healthy Lifestyles

As many corporations seek to trim the fat" to create a healthier bottom line, many of those who have done so literally are being recognized for their innovative efforts to battle obesity and promote a healthy work environment.

The National Business Group on Health, a national non-profit organization, today announced the winners of its inaugural Best Employers for Healthy Lifestyles" awards. The awards were presented at the Obesity Leadership Summit sponsored by the Business Groups Institute on the Costs and Health Effects of Obesity... (Continue reading)

Etiquette Appoints New Marketing Manager

Wrexham based label manufacturer Etiquette has appointed Martin Williams as their new Marketing manager to bolster the existing team.

Martin, who has plenty of experience in internet marketing

and PR brings a highly creative approach to the UK labelling giants marketing activity, having previously worked within the theatrical and media sector. Martin will drive the marketing strategy for the company and will have overall responsibility for communications, PR, online marketing, direct marketing, events and marketing services.

No time has been wasted in the development of online marketing opportunities with the creation and successful launch of Etiquette’s online store www.thelabeller.com. This is in addition to extensive re-development of the companies main website www.etiquette.co.uk and a whole host of smaller information portals forming the “Etiquette Network”, designed to help customers and potential customers find the information they want at the touch of a button. To date Etiquette’s information portals include www.labelling-machine.com www.sandwich-labels.com www.plain-labels.com www.zebra-printers.net and www.labelview.co.uk with more scheduled for later in the year.... (Continue reading)

Grosvenor and Vision Equities JV Reposition Two NJ Office Buildings with 213,000 SF

A joint venture of Grosvenor Investment Management (GIM) and Vision Equities, LLC has commenced a $5 million capital improvement plan to redevelop two Class A office assets in the Parsippany, New Jersey area about 30 miles west of Manhattan.

The JV has committed about $4 million to redevelop Mountain Lakes Corporate Campus, part of an 18-acre office campus just across the street from Parsippany in the executive lake community of Mountain Lakes, New Jersey. The 49,477 SF Mountain Lakes I, which underwent a gut redevelopment in 2000, is 100 percent leased to Pinnacle Foods Corporation and Omnova Solutions, Inc. The 63,528 SF Mountain Lakes II, constructed in 1981, is being redeveloped and repositioned by the JV.... (Continue reading)

GarageGames Releases Award Winning Game TubeTwist by 21-6 Productions

GarageGames, a leading creator and publisher of fun casual games, announced today at MacWorld 2006 the exclusive release of TubeTwist, the award winning game by 21-6 Productions. TubeTwist takes gamers on an incredibly engrossing puzzle adventure through 5 exotic worlds and over 80 mystical and increasingly challenging levels.

The renowned scientist in charge of Project TubeTwist has gone missing! In an attempt to find the professor, gamers must reconstruct her experiments and solve the mystery of her disappearance. This is accomplished by constructing a machine that will guide the professor's famous Macroton devices from their starting positions to a final reactor tube where their energy will be extracted and stored for later use. Over thirty different tubes of various shapes and sizes must be combined to complete the machines including spirals, switches, anti-gravity devices, twisty turns, and precipitous drops.... (Continue reading)

E World Publishing, Inc. Announces Top 5 Reasons College Students Buy Custom Term Papers

College students have found that buying term papers from websites that sell the same research paper over and over is no longer safe due to plagiarism and anti-plagiarism software used by professors. In an independent survey conducted by E World Publishing, Inc., the following top 5 reasons for buying a custom term paper online were revealed: 1)No risk of plagiarism; 2) Cannot be caught by professors; 3) Custom work passes TurnItIn.com; 4) Can order anything you want to be in the term paper; 5)Comes with guarantees and customer support.... (Continue reading)

Orlando, Florida Hotel Near SeaWorld Voted "Best for Families" by TripAdvisor

The Residence Inn Orlando SeaWorld/ International Center is now featuring an all new Family Escape SeaWorld Orlando Vacation Package, created with families in mind.

Voted No. 1 in the category "Best for Families" by TripAdvisor, families have the chance to enjoy a fun-filled adventure with a four-night stay at the Residence Inn. With unparalleled fun for the whole family, the Family Adventure SeaWorld Vacation Package offers complimentary admission to SeaWorld Orlando for two adults and two children, as well as a variety of family-friendly amenities at the hotel, including a heated outdoor swimming pool, game room and sport court. The Orlando family vacation package includes:

Deluxe accommodations for four nights

Tickets to SeaWorld Orlando for two adults and two children (one child ticket per adult, up to two)

Complimentary hot breakfast buffet daily

Complimentary hotel parking

Complimentary high-speed Internet access

Rates from $516-$586

Start each morning right with a complimentary hot breakfast buffet or use your fully equipped in-room kitchen to make your morning meal, before heading out to SeaWorld for the day. Enjoy busy days exploring SeaWorld and other Orlando theme parks, and then retreat to your Orlando family hotel suite that has all the comforts of home. It's sure to be a family getaway to remember for years to come.... (Continue reading)

Deadline Is Nearing To Get Your Ad In The Arlington Everyday Yellow Pages

The deadline is nearing to get an ad into the 2009 edition of everyday Yellow Pages© Arlington telephone directory, a go-to source for complete telephone directory listings and yellow pages. Get an ad to us by July 17 to be included in the book that gets results.

One advertiser, who also advertises in two of our competitors' publications, has found that being in our book is a great benefit to his business. Bill McDaniel, president of Ben Franklin Plumbing, tells us that "everyday Yellow Pages© Arlington book brings significantly better return on investment than AT&T and especially Yellowbook."... (Continue reading)

Season Dreams Summer Collection is Redefining the "Great" Outdoors

Whether you enjoy tending to a beautiful garden or simply relaxing in a comfortable backyard with all the comforts of home, being outdoors can be both peaceful and rejuvenating. That's why Season Dreams is offering a new collection of outdoor decor and garden accessories that will allow you to create your very own summer sanctuary that is a personal extension of your indoor home.

4' and 6' Natural Palm Tree with Clear Lights

Each item in our new product line is intended to make the time you spend outdoors more inviting, enjoyable and relaxing. We invite you to follow a few simple tips for sprucing up your outdoor living spaces this warm weather season, and browze our complete collection www.seasondreams.com.... (Continue reading)

Independent Foosball Promotions Announces the $30,000 Kentucky State Table Soccer Championships -- Lexington Tournament Draws Top “Foosball” Players from Around the World

All around the world athletes are training, conditioning and studying each other's moves in preparation for a very unique sports competition: the Kentucky State Table Soccer Championships. To be held August 3-6 at the Holiday Inn North at 1950 Newtown Pike in Lexington, this event is expected to draw over 400 table soccer (a.k.a. "foosball") players, including numerous World Champions, European Champions, and members of the U.S. National Team. The tournament will include categories for men, women and children from beginner to Master, and will additionally feature the “foosball” events of the Blue Grass Summer Games.... (Continue reading)

Established Online Party Store Announces New Year's Party Kits Section

Partywedding.com has been a presence on the Internet since 1998. For ten years, they have provided customers with all the popular, as well as unique theme party supplies available. They have assisted brides in finding the perfect wedding supplies. Now, customers will be delighted to explore the most extensive section for New Year's party supplies and kits to be found online. Partywedding.com offers party kits with hats, tiaras, noisemakers, horns, and decorations. Find party kits in all sizes to meet the need for any party. See kits for 10, 25, 50, or 100 people. Choose from over 150 New Year's party kits at http://www.partywedding.com/themes/viewcategory_main.asp?subnav=1001.... (Continue reading)

How to Sustain a Robust Not-for-Profit During Lean Times? Raise the Bar on Training for Governance in a New Era of Collaboration Says Boardroom Bound® and the Dunham Fund

The contracting World economy has many not-for-profits one pay cycle away from shutting their doors while others face daily trepidation. Resourceful not-for-profits will not only survive these lean times but position themselves for growth ahead of organizations that are unsure what their next step will be. Preparation for this increasingly challenging environment lies in a new kind of training geared especially for Board Chairs, according to Boardroom Bound®, a 501 (C) (3) national public service known mostly for preparing next-generation independent, diverse business leaders for induction into their national pipeline as future Director Candidates of private and public companies.... (Continue reading)

O'Reilly to Distribute SitePoint Web Development Books

O'Reilly Media announced today that it is the exclusive distributor of SitePoint Pty. Ltd.'s books in North America. O'Reilly is launching SitePoint books into the retail channel, providing direct sales, warehousing and shipping, plus direct marketing and PR support.

Founded by Matt Mickiewicz and Mark Harbottle, SitePoint has enjoyed great success as one of the first online resources for web developers and designers. Today, 1.8 million visitors a month peruse their forums, articles, and blogs. The company launched their book publishing program in September 2001, has six popular titles in print, and is planning to double the number of in-print titles in the coming year. For a list of current and upcoming books, see sitepoint.oreilly.com.... (Continue reading)

NewYorkCityHousing.com, ManhattanHousing.com and BrooklynHousing.com Being Sold

GCS International Consulting (GCS), a Minnesota-based business advisory service firm, announced today that it is officially launching a process to sell key housing-related domain names pertaining to New York City and its five surrounding boroughs. The domain names are being offered for sale as a portfolio and consist of www.NewYorkCityHousing.com, www.ManhattanHousing.com, www.BrooklynHousing.com, www.BronxHousing.com, www.QueensHousing.com and www.StatenIslandHousing.com. GCS has been retained by the owner of the domain names, City Internet Ads, to conduct and manage the sales process. “This is the first time a housing-related portfolio of this caliber with a New York City geographic focus has been offered for sale. Given the portfolio’s New York City-wide coverage, significant marketing potential, ease of recognition and ability to attract type-in traffic from consumer’s seeking housing in New York City, the portfolio should serve as a highly useful tool for enhancing the buyer’s position in the competitive New York City housing market,” said Guy Smith, President of GCS International Consulting.... (Continue reading)

Britian's Pet Hates About Airport Departures

In an age where 32 percent* of flights in the UK are experiencing delays, the website polled its viewers finding that long delays without updates stole 27 percent of their votes.

Following at a close second was the frustration aired by passengers having to put liquids in plastic bags when passing through security. Nadine Hallak, Travel Expert for Cheapflights.co.uk says, "The number of times I've accidentally walked through check-in with a bottle of water in my bag makes it hard to take some the existing security procedures seriously."... (Continue reading)