Mobile App Development and Web Technology Focus of BarCamp Harrisburg

BarCamp Harrisburg 3, an ad-hoc ‘unconference’ focused on web technology and mobile application development, is coming to Harrisburg University of Science and Technology on April 9, 2011.

Harrisburg, PA, March 30, 2011 -- BarCamp Harrisburg 3, an ad-hoc ‘unconference’ focused on web technology and mobile application development, is coming to Harrisburg University of Science and Technology on April 9, 2011.

The free event is known as an "unconference" because it is filled with open, participatory events, discussions, and workshops where presentation content is provided by the participants rather than chosen speakers. The annual event draws web developers, cloud computing experts, educators, elearning experts, application developers and software engineers.

Entry is free but limited to the first 150 signups. The topics for this year’s BarCamp Harrisburg will be the Web with tracks on education and technology, and mobile apps.

Attendees arrive around 9-10 am, have breakfast, network, and post topics they would like to discuss on a schedule board (we’ll have markers and a whiteboard available to post topics). Following a brief kick-off meeting with the entire group, the day will consist of sessions broken down into 45-minute blocks. Sessions can be discussions, workshops, or presentation-it’s up to you! There will be a break for lunch, followed by afternoon sessions that will run until around 5 pm.

BarCamp Harrisburg 3 is organized by Hauck Interactive and Harrisburg University of Science and Technology. Sponsors include Fusionized Technology, Central PA ISSA, QUE® and Mudbrick Creative.

Register online at www.BarCampHbg.org

Past sessions at BarCamp Harrisburg have included building a site using the Gaia Flash Framework; Flash vs. HTML5; Social Media; Open source content management systems; Developing Desktop Applications using AIR; Developing Android Applications; Yahoo! Query Language; How to use SVN with Web projects; Top Photoshop Tricks; Top WordPress and Drupal plugins; Application Performance & Scaling; Best Security Practices; Unix Command Line Productivity Tips; and Applying User Interface Design to Source Code.

The first BarCamp took place in 2005, and since that time BarCamps have been held in over 350 cities all over the world. BarCamp originated as a response to Foo Camp, which was an invitation-only conference. Both conferences are a play on the terms foo, bar, and foobar, which are common placeholder/variable names used by hackers and computer programmers.

Harrisburg University is located at 326 Market Street in Harrisburg. Free parking is available on the street. Additionally, parking is available in the Harrisburg Parking Authority operated garage accessible via Fourth Street. Cost for parking in the garage is $4.00 for 0-2 hours. Kiosk for parking accepts cash only. More information on parking rates and directions to the University are found online at http://www.harrisburgu.net/campuslife/directions.php#parking

You can literally take planes, trains and automobiles to BarCamp Harrisburg. The University’s location in downtown Harrisburg is near Interstates 83 and 81 and the Pennsylvania Turnpike, making it an easy drive to the University from any of Pennsylvania’s major cities. And it’s only a two-hour drive from the University to Baltimore, Washington, DC or Philadelphia. The Amtrak Passenger Train Station and Greyhound Bus Station are one block from our location. And the Harrisburg International Airport is only nine miles from the University. http://www.harrisburgu.edu/campuslife/directions.php

Founded in 2001 to address Central Pennsylvania’s need for increased opportunities for study leading to careers in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) fields, Harrisburg University is an innovative and ambitious private institution that produces graduates who provide increased competence and capacity in science and technology disciplines to Pennsylvania and the nation. Harrisburg University ensures institutional access for underrepresented students and links learning and research to practical outcomes. As a private University serving the public good, Harrisburg University remains the only STEM-focused comprehensive university located between Philadelphia and Pittsburgh.

For more information on the University's demand-driven undergraduate, graduate and certificate programs in applied science and technology fields, call 717.901.5146 or email Connect@HarrisburgU.edu

Contact:

Steven Infanti

HU Communications

326 Market Street

Harrisburg, PA 17101

717.901.5146

Sinfanti@HarrisburgU.edu

http://www.harrisburgu.edu

Family IQ and Lead Net Pro Marketing Systems have Increased Revenue by 300 Percent for Rex Teets

Lead Net Pro is a very effective tool used to generate unique leads daily or while you sleeps.

Ramona, CA, March 31, 2011 - Family IQ and Lead Net Pro Marketing Systems have Increased Revenue by 300 Percent for Rex Teets.

Family IQ’s unique marketing position helps people generate $1000 commissions, Teets says. Lead Net Pro is a very effective tool used to generate unique leads daily or while you sleeps. This combination provides a powerful marketing tool with a product that is helping families all over the world.

After watching the marketing webinar, you begin to think what is possible.

When you are marketing on the web, having multiple income streams is more important today than any other time in history.

Teets says, after retiring from engineering has pursued an interest in Home Business/Network Marketing for about five years. When he was introduced to Family IQ and then Lead Net Pro it became obvious that this unique combination provided the tools to reach out to families and make a huge and important difference in their lives.

Learning more of how Rex Teets can help you. Mr.Teets can be reached at 760-440-0300 or visit him online at rex8teets@gmail.com or www.EasilyIncreaseRevenue.com, for Family IQ and www.FreeLeadsPlus.com for Lead Net Pro.

Contact:

Rex Teets

Family IQ

1125 H Street

Ramona, Ca. 92065

760-440-0300

rex8teets@gmail.com

http://www.EasilyIncreaseRevenue.com

7 Tips to Preventing Possible Plumbing Disasters at Home!

Prevention is better than cure, so the old saying goes, and it’s no truer than when you prevent a possible plumbing disaster. And according to the Brisbane Plumber, every homeowner should know how to minimize the risks of damage to their plumbing system.

Sinnamon Park, QLD, March 31, 2011 - In order to prevent or reduce the likelihood of a plumbing disaster, Paul Wright, head of the Brisbane Plumber, offers the residents of Brisbane the following plumbing disaster mitigation tips:

* The first step to avoiding plumbing emergencies is to periodically check your plumbing system, namely your sink, bathtub, shower, or other water sources for leaks. Regular checking of your plumbing system is important because it will let you discover breaches of the system that if not attended to could lead to serious problems later on. This does not only save you money that you’d be spending on major repairs later on, but it also saves you money in lowering your water bill, and of course the inconvenience of not having your regular water supply. You don’t necessarily have to check your system every day, once or twice a month will do it just fine.

* Secondly, you need to pay close attention to the kitchen sinks, bathtubs, and showers. These are potential hotspots. In other words, they experience more wear and tear than other rarely used water systems in the home. However, it doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t periodically check those areas that you don’t use regularly.

* Thirdly, make sure your drains aren’t clogged. To avoid clogged drains, you have to know the likely causes. Therefore, I advise you try avoiding hair, grease, or other debris from going into the drain. Hair or threads usually get stuck in the pipes thus prevent water from freely flowing through. Grease does the same thing. To prevent hair from getting into your drainage system, installing a drain screen is a good idea. Although most drains have a built in system that cuts and grinds leftover food, you should still try to avoid food debris getting into the drain.

* Fourthly, you need to check for leaks by closely observing the areas where the pipes are installed or joined. For instance, if you can see moisture on your wall, even though the weather is dry, or if you can find water slowly dripping from the ceiling of your basement, it is a possible sign there’s a leak somewhere in your pipe system. This would need your immediate attention if you are to ward off more serious damage later on.

Now, what if after you have carried out your preventative measures, you still find yourself facing an emergency with your plumbing system? "The first thing to do is to find the right solution to your problem. If you have knowledge about fixing taps or pipes, you should try to repair the damage yourself first before calling a plumber," owner Paul Wright, who recommends you consider the following additional steps to preventing a major plumbing disasters:

* Determine the kind of damage you have. A professional plumber usually offer different services and you have to know the kind of help that you need. Examples of common plumbing emergencies are clogged drains and toilets, blocked gutters, leaks, storm water issues, and so on. Knowing the kind of service that you need makes it easier for you to find the right plumbing professional.

* If water is continuously coming out of the pipe or faucet, try to do something about it immediately, such as preventing the continuous flow of water by turning off the main water switch because you might get a Brisbane Plumber immediately. You might have to wait a few hours before a plumber gets to you.

* Finally, it is always important to have a list of plumbers you can readily call upon even before you need their services. But if you fail to do your research, you can just browse through the yellow pages of your phone directory or ask your friends or neighbors if they know a reputable plumber.

"The above are some important things, tips, information, and considerations that you need to know about your Brisbane-based plumber that will help you in the future in case you have an emergency with your water system. Besides, you don’t need to wait for an emergency to happen before you start learning about how to take care of minor plumbing issues," said Paul Wright

For further information, please contact: Best Brisbane Plumber, 97 Sinnamon Road, Sinnamon Park QLD 4073 Australia, (07) 3376 5834, E-mail Address: admin@bestbrisbaneplumber.com.au , Website Address: http://bestbrisbaneplumber.com.au/

Contact:

Paul Wright

Owner/Professional Plumber

Best Brisbane Plumber

97 Sinnamon Road

Sinnamon Park, QLD 4073

(07) 3376 5834

admin@bestbrisbaneplumber.com.au

http://bestbrisbaneplumber.com.au/

Antibody Labeling Company Launch New Antibody Purification Range

Innova Biosciences announce the launch of their new antibody purification range AbSelect™ to compliment their successful antibody labeling technology Lightning-Link™.

Cambridge, UK, March 31, 2011 - Innova Biosciences announce the launch of their new antibody purification range AbSelect™ to compliment their successful antibody labeling technology Lightning-Link™. Due to the benefits of direct immunodetection associated with their Lightning Link range, they have seen significant increases in sales of their simple, 30 seconds hands on antibody labeling kits. To further enhance the range, Innova has created a set of accessory kits called AbSelect™.

The AbSelect™ range is convenient, easy to use and is designed to modify buffer formulations and ensure compatibility for antibody labeling - the AbSelect™ portfolio can be used for a range of uses including purifying antibodies from serum.

Brian Carpenter, Sales and Marketing Manager at Innova Biosciences, commented, "The AbSelect range is an innovation in the antibody labeling arena - the majority of commercially available antibodies can now be labeled through the synergistic effect of using an AbSelect™ kit and a Lightning-Link™ product." He continued, "Potentially there are over 10,000 commercially available antibodies, now through the use of our kits scientists have been empowered to develop novel research tools, in the form of labeled antibodies, to advance their pioneering research."

To assist the user in identifying the correct AbSelect kit for their needs, Innova Biosciences has provided a web based antibody purification guide.

About the Company

Innova Biosciences is a growing, dynamic business, based in Cambridge, UK. At the core of Innova’s business is the Lightning-Link an innovative technology that simplifies antibody labelling for use in R&D applications, drug discovery and diagnostics. The expanding Lightning-Link portfolio currently consists of 44 individual products and is sold to research laboratories in over 30 countries around the world.

Innova Biosciences invites anyone with an interest in antibody purification to view the AbSelect™ product range now available at www.innovabiosciences.com.

For Further information or an illustrative image: Media contact - Mathew Taylor, Director, Algorythm Solutions Ltd, mobile: +44 (0)773 403 2112, email: mtaylor@algorythmsolutions.com, website: www.algorythmsolutions.com

Contact:

Mathew Taylor

Director

Algorythm Solutions Ltd

10 Torkington St, Stamford

Lincolnshire PE9 2UY

+44 (0)773 403 2112

mtaylor@algorythmsolutions.com

http://www.algorythmsolutions.com

Anti-Phishing Working Group Unites Cybercrime Fighters in Kuala Lumpur in April 2011

Cybercrime Fighters from Financial Services, Communications, Technology Industry Leaders and Law Enforcement will meet in Kuala Lumpur to map the Next Stage in the Global Confrontation against eCrime

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia and Cambridge, Mass, March 29, 2011 - Business and thought-leaders in cyber crime (ecrime) response will join technologists and public policy officials from across the globe at the 5th annual Anti-Phishing Working Group (APWG) operations conference (CeCOS V), to be held on April 27-29, in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, The conference will focus on the challenges faced by ecrime responders and the development of critical common resources for the forensic professionals and business managers who protect consumers and enterprises from electronic crime threats every day. Learn more about CeCOS-V at ( http://www.ecrime.us/cybercrime_kuala_lumpur )

According to Husin Jazri, CEO of CyberSecurity Malaysia, "Our success in comprehensively engaging electronic crime is hampered only to the degree to which we are divided. CeCOS conferences have one imperative: to unite the ecrime responder community so that it can better act in concert against the threats that menace enterprises and consumers worldwide." Husin further noted, "We are very excited to collaborate with APWG and have the conference in Malaysia for the first time. With each conference held in a different part of the world, the CeCOS conference helps build the community of responders who can share data, insights and local intelligence.

CeCOS V will present:

* International case studies by ecrime responders and security specialists about electronic crime’s advancement in their nations and regions;

* Presentations about technologies and techniques used by electronic crime gangs to exploit Internet infrastructure and user’s PCs and client devices;

* Probing the Dark Side of Social Media

* Global Report on Abuse of Top-Level Domains in eCrime Scams and Attacks

* Tools and Techniques for the eCrime Responder and Manager

* The German Counter-Botnet Project The Scourge of eCrime Attacks Against Mobile Devices

* Effective strategies for protecting consumers from electronic crime See the full CeCOS V agenda ( http://www.ecrime.us/cybercrime_agenda_KL )

APWG Secretary General Peter Cassidy said, "Commercial security companies, national governments, international treaty organizations, law enforcement agencies, and industry associations the world over are increasingly looking for ways to coordinate their efforts and to share data that are useful for their investigations and for the protection of consumers." "At the annual CeCOS event, those professionals assemble to share their experiences, build their networks of trusted colleagues, and to exchange insights from their work in engaging electronic crime," Mr. Cassidy said.

CeCOS V, the second APWG conference held in Asia, is an open conference for members of the electronic-crime fighting community, hosted by the APWG and its Conference Partner MyCERT and sponsored by HitachiJoho, Google, and MarkMonitor. The CeCOS programs are widely considered the most vital events to investigators and managers of electronic crime from across private and public sectors. At previous CeCOS conferences in San Francisco, Tokyo, Barcelona, and Sao Paulo, the APWG has drawn hundreds of delegates from law enforcement agencies, technology companies, financial services firms, security services firms, government agencies, law firms, consumer advocacy groups, and research centers from around the globe, bringing together some of the most advanced counter-electronic crime thought leaders from East Asia, South Asia, Europe, South America and North America.

Parties interested in proposing presentations or participating in panel discussion for CeCOS IV should send an email to: proposals@antiphishing.org.

Parties interested in sponsoring some part of the event can contact Deputy-Secretary General Foy Shiver at fshiver@antiphishing.org.

For Conference Registration:

The links for registration Web pages for this APWG conference can be found here: ( http://www.ecrime.us/cybercrimne_registration_KL )

VENUE: The 2011 Counter-eCrime Operations Summit is being held at the Crowne Plaza Hotel situated amidst five acres of landscaped gardens in the heart of Kuala Lumpur's entertainment, shopping and business district.

Hotel website: ( http://www.ichotelsgroup.com/h/d/cp/1/en/hotel/kulcp )

Contact:

Foy Shiver

Anti-Phishing Working Group

38 Rice Street Suites 200-202

Cambridge, MA 02140

+353 87 6722661

fshiver@antiphishing.org

http://www.ecrime.us/

Axicon Launch New QR Code Registration Service

Axicon Services Ltd, a world leader in barcode verification, announce the launch of their new online QR code registration service.

Oxford, UK, March 30, 2011 - Axicon Services Ltd, (Oxford, UK) a world leader in barcode verification, announce the launch of their new online QR code registration service. The new service provides a host of new benefits for Axicon’s customers including expert QR code information, free advice from their Barcode Bureau and the generation of GS1 recognised .eps (Encapsulated Postscript Files) files to ensure readable and accurate data.

QR codes are capable of encoding large strings of data into relatively small areas; these require camera style scanning technology present in all modern smart phones rather than conventional laser type scanners. New applications are being rapidly produced that utilise smart phone barcode scanners, companies are moving quickly to develop apps into their sales and marketing strategies to exploit this ingenious new channel to interact with their customers.

Passing comment, James Bernard Chairman of Axicon Services Ltd said, "Currently, anyone can generate a linear barcode or QR code but they cannot ensure the quality or accuracy of the data encoded, our .eps files generated as part of our QR code service now address this issue. As a continued theme to provide our customers with improved service and support, our Barcode Bureau is available to provide free advice and information throughout the process," he continued, "When a customer registers with our QR code service, a unique account is created which stores information for any future orders, streamlining and simplifying repeat orders."

About the company, the Axicon Group is a world leading barcode verification solution provider. Based in the UK, Axicon Services Ltd specialise in barcode verification, barcode images, barcode labels and distribute their product range through a network of international partners across the globe. Axicon invites anyone with an interest in QR codes to trial their new registration service. The service can now be accessed at http://www.axicon.com.

For Further information or an illustrative image: Media contact - Mathew Taylor, Director, Algorythm Solutions Ltd, mobile: +44 (0)773 403 2112, email: mtaylor@algorythmsolutions.com, website: www.algorythmsolutions.com

Contact:

Mathew Taylor

Director

Algorythm Solutions Ltd

10 Torkington St, Stamford

Lincolnshire PE9 2UY

+44 (0)773 403 2112

mtaylor@algorythmsolutions.com

http://www.algorythmsolutions.com

Drexel University's School of Education and Harrisburg University of Science and Technology Announce Teacher Certification in Secondary Education

Drexel University’s School of Education and Harrisburg University of Science and Technology proudly announce a new teacher certification program for individuals who have earned their undergraduate degree and now have an interest in teaching at the middle or high school levels.

Harrisburg, PA, March 28, 2011 -- Trained, high-quality science and math teachers have a direct impact on the ability of America’s students to compete internationally in these fields now and in the future.

Drexel University’s School of Education and Harrisburg University of Science and Technology proudly announce a Harrisburg University's state-of-the-art Academic Center, the Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Certification is designed for individuals seeking to meet requirements leading to eligibility for Harrisburg University is located at 326 Market Street in Harrisburg. The University’s location in downtown Harrisburg is near Interstates 83 and 81 and the Pennsylvania Turnpike, making it an easy drive to the University. The Amtrak Passenger Train Station and Greyhound Bus Station are one block from our location. And the Harrisburg International Airport is only nine miles from the University. http://www.harrisburgu.edu/campuslife/directions.php

Parking is available in the Harrisburg Parking Authority operated garage accessible via Fourth Street. Cost for parking in the garage is $5.00 for 0-2 hours. Kiosk for parking accepts cash only. More information on parking rates and directions to the University are found online at http://www.harrisburgu.net/campuslife/directions.php#parking

Founded in 2001 to address Central Pennsylvania’s need for increased opportunities for study leading to careers in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) fields, Harrisburg University is an innovative and ambitious private institution that produces graduates who provide increased competence and capacity in science and technology disciplines to Pennsylvania and the nation. Harrisburg University ensures institutional access for underrepresented students and links learning and research to practical outcomes. As a private University serving the public good, Harrisburg University remains the only STEM-focused comprehensive university located between Philadelphia and Pittsburgh.

For more information on the University's demand-driven undergraduate, graduate and certificate programs in applied science and technology fields, call 717.901.5146 or email Connect@HarrisburgU.edu.

Contact:

Steven Infanti

HU Communications

326 Market Street

Harrisburg, PA 17101

717.901.5146

Sinfanti@HarrisburgU.edu

http://www.harrisburgu.edu

Inauguration of the New U.S. AuraPortal Training Center in Tampa, Florida

AuraPortal Training School is an AURA company division that gives courses to master the business software related to workflow processes and solutions provided by AuraPortal

Woburn (Boston), MA, March 29, 2011 - AuraPortal (www.auraportal.com), a global provider of Business Process Management (BPM), has announced today the Inauguration of the new AuraPortal Training Center in Tampa, Florida. The training center helps to certify AuraPortal professional services consultants and customers in the use and implementation of AuraPortal BPM and other related BPM topics.

Olivia Trilles, COO - AuraPortal Chief Operations Officer, presided over the ceremony which took place in the Centre Club, an executive business center and member of the network ClubCorp, providing all of the infrastructure and services needed to ensure the best atmosphere for participants to maximize their learning experience.

According to Trilles, "We have carefully chosen the expert teachers, the geographic location and facilities to provide the best service to our students".

After the inauguration, the center gave its first training class with consultants from several companies which implement BPM and gave their unanimous approval to quality of the program and the facility.

The AuraPortal Training School offers a wide range of training courses given by expert consultants in the implementation of AuraPortal as well as the many disciplines that integrate its platform. These courses are given both online and onsite.

Some of these courses are: BPMS Modeling, Free Tasks Workflow, Business Rules, Intranet, Extranet, Document Management, Content Management (ECM), Online Commerce (eCommerce), CRM (Customer Relationship Management) on Pattern Processes, SRM (Supplier Relationship Management), SCM (Supply Chain Management), Portals, BAM (Business Activity Monitoring-Dashboard), BI (Business Intelligence), etc.

The course structure is designed with a practical orientation so that the students will be able to carry out real business deployments in a short time.

About Aura (AuraPortal) ( http://www.auraportal.com )

AURA is a global BPMS (Business Process Management Suite) provider delivering a solution that creates, without the need of IT programming, Business Process Workflow Execution Models. AuraPortal is 100% Web-based, and is complementary to existing ERP and CRM systems.

AuraPortal has a presence in 50 countries with more than 350 customers including, among others: Coca-Cola, PepsiCo, Frito-Lay, Toyota, Yamaha, Petroleos Mexicanos (PEMEX), Carrefour, ArcelorMittal, Eletrobras, Saras, Royal KPN, Bristol-Myers Squibb, Sodexo, etc., as well as many Government Agencies and Departments in several countries.

AuraPortal Headquarters are located in North America (Boston) and Europe (Holland) whereas the software development facilities are located in Spain and India.

Auraportal Contacts:

Scott Rich

scott.rich@auraportal.com

Skype: scott.marketingintl

Phone: +1 781-569-5940 or +1 978-808-6340

http://www.auraportal.com

USA: info-us@auraportal.com

The Netherlands: info-nl@auraportal.nl

Spain: info-es@auraportal.com

Contact:

Scott Rich

Auraportal

400 Trade Center

Woburn, MA 01801-7472

+1 781-569-5940

scott.rich@auraportal.com

http://www.auraportal.com

Premiere Tree Service of Charleston Warns Owners on Tree Roots’ Damage to Properties

Premiere Tree Service of Charleston Offers Advice on Tree Roots Damage. Something that many property owners may not realize is that tree roots can create some really big problems they may not be aware of.

Charleston, SC, March 27, 2011 - Premiere Tree Service of Charleston Offers Advice on Tree Roots Damage. Something that many property owners may not realize is that tree roots can create some really big problems they may not be aware of. Some of these problems can quickly lead to expensive repair work for an unwary property owner.

Roots from trees and water lines often grow into buried pipes such as waterlines, sewer lines, drainage pipes and culverts. If these pipes are old and rusty or made of materials such as clay or brick roots can break through and interfere with them. "This can end up costing a property owner tens of thousands of dollars because it will probably be necessary to have a contractor dig up the pipes and replace them", says the tree expert of Premiere Tree Service of Charleston.

This means it is always a good idea to keep trees of areas where there are buried pipes. For example it is a good idea not to plant trees near buried pipes and to cut down trees growing close to pipes. Roots will often grow close to pipes because roots are how the tree gets water.

Something else to be aware of is that a tree growing quickly can often be a sign of a leaky pipe. If the pipe is cracked the roots will often grow into the crack and make the problem worse.

Trees and Septic Systems

Tree roots can also grow into septic systems and interfere with their operation. For example tree roots can grow into the leaching system or into the pipes leading into the system. Tree roots can often wreck havoc with older septic systems that have cement tanks and rusty iron sewer pipes.

If your property has a septic system and a leaching field: find out where it is. Then look at the area and make sure no trees are growing too close to it. If they are you should probably remove them to create the roots from creating a problem.

Do the same for any tree growing close to your well. Trees can also interfere with older wells, especially those with concrete walls.

For more information, contact Premiere Tree Services of Charleston at 520 Folly Road, Suite P-113, Charleston, SC 29412, or call (843) 480-0333, or visit http://charleston.premieretreeservices.com/ or email charleston@premieretreeservices.com

Contact:

Maria Nay Nadela

Premiere Tree Services of Charleston

520 Folly Road, Suite P-113

Charleston, SC 29412

(843) 480-0333

maria@pennmultimedia.com

http://charleston.premieretreeservices.com

Scott Swartzendruber Qualifies for Colonial Life’s Sales Convention Again

Scott qualified for the National Conference by meeting and exceeding all sales goals set by Colonial Life.

Andover, MN, March 26, 2011 - Scott Swartzendruber Qualifies For Colonial Life’s Sales Convention Again. Scott qualified for the National Conference by meeting and exceeding all sales goals set by Colonial Life.

Scott said "he was 2nd runner up in my category by being one of the top three offices in the nation". Most companies have questions regarding Health Care Reform and all the requirements being implemented. Providing essential benefits solutions and excellent employee communication is what makes him shine over others in the industry. Swartzendruber has qualified for 22 national conventions and is a 4 time Presidents award winner since joining Colonial Life in 1981.

For 29 years, Scott has been consulting with all types of companies helping to educate and offer solutions on health care benefits Supplemental Benefits choices. As an independent agency that specializes exclusively in Benefit Communications, Enrollment Services, Supplemental Benefits and Flexible Spending Accounts services. Scott services Minnesota, Iowa, Wisconsin and North Dakota companies.

For more information on how Scott can help your company visit http://www.HealthCareSite.org of call 763-862-2400

Contact:

Scott Swartzendruber

District General Agent

HealthCareSite.org

Andover, MN

763-862-2400

scott.swartzendruber@coloniallife.com

http://www.HealthCareSite.org

Executive Personal Protection Lessons Now Available from SAFE International, Canada’s Self Defense Leaders

SAFE International Executive Personal Protection Lessons/Canada Self Defense, provides company executives with tips and strategies to recognize, avoid, and handle personal security risks.

Toronto, Canada, March 26, 2011 - (Straight Line PR) - Executive Personal Protection Lessons - SAFE International is Canada’s Self Defense Leaders. SAFE International has taught more than 120,000 people since 1994.

SAFE International is Canada’s leading provider of mobile self defense/personal protection training with a heavy presence in Ontario, Canada. SAFE International is expanding its Executive Personal Protection Lessons to include all of Canada. The company is owned and managed by Chris Roberts who is a professional teaching Director and self-defense instructor. Since 1994, SAFE International has taught more than 120,000 people in the private, corporate, and high school environments.

SAFE International Executive Personal Protection Lessons/Canada Self Defense, provides company executives with tips and strategies to recognize, avoid, and handle personal security risks. SAFE International will provide this training right at your office, one on one, or with a group of your employees. Prior to the commencement of training, Chris Roberts, CEO of SAFE International, will spend time with each person learning about their safety concerns, whether it is how to handle oneself while away on travel, or how to deal with physical threats right in their own city. It is through this personal attention that SAFE International is able to truly design a course that will have lasting positive effects for the busy executive.

Executives will be taught how to recognize different forms of verbal abuse, and how to defuse in order to resolve conflict without violence. Most people are most uncomfortable with the verbal aspects of confrontation. It is through these reality based drills that you will develop the confidence to handle various forms of abuse, without the need to be physical, while also preparing yourself in the event that it does.

The second phase of SAFE International Executive Personal Protection and self defense lessons is the physical aspect which addresses how to React and Respond in the event that conflict becomes physical. Clients are taught basic, gross motor self defense skills meant to help one get away safely and as quickly as possible. The principles of their teachings are based on how to react instinctively without having to think about what to do. This is not martial arts, but rather, real skills meant for real life scenarios. SAFE International recognizes that today’s executives are extremely busy and need this information taught as to them as quickly as possible. SAFE International addresses the emotional, psychological, verbal and physical segments of violence in today’s world.

Chris Roberts, CEO of SAFE International also trains/consults people privately on a weekly basis. Private clients include mothers, fathers, daughters, police officers, seniors, and people with disabilities. Mr. Roberts constantly studies and implements new tactics when they his criteria of being simple but effective. If the tactic might save a life, he is interested.

To contact SAFE International and Chris Roberts to schedule your Executive self defense lessons throughout Canada, you can visit their main site at www.safeinternational.biz . You can also view Chris’ self defense blog at www.selfdefensecanada.info .

You can also reach Chris Roberts toll free at 1-800-465-5972 or by email at chrisroberts@safeinternational.biz

Contact :

Chris Roberts

SAFE International™

15535 Cooper Rd.

Lunenburg, ON

Canada K0C 1R0

1 800 465-5972

chrisroberts@safeinternational.biz

http://www.safeinternational.biz

CouponMeUp.com Passes 50000 Stores with a Bang!

CouponMeUp.com today passed 50,000 online stores with coupons, deals or free shipping on their site. Striving hard to make sure you never miss a deal again. They are targeting over 100,000 stores on the site by Christmas!

Sydney, NSW, March 26, 2011 -- Fresh of launching Australian, New Zealand and UK coupon sites, CouponMeUp.com has passed 50,000 stores on their main site with coupons, deals or free shipping. You can view the deals through our website or our popular iPhone App. "We're trying to make sure our users never miss out on a deal or coupon again!" said the product manager.

"Our development team has been so productive that our coupon hunting team felt the need to go the extra mile!" he commented. "They have hit our current target early and are already finding deals on the way to our next target of 100,000 stores on our site before Christmas to make sure you get the best deals possible for the festive season." he continued. "We are more than a little worried about our dev team disappearing to the local Apple store to stand in line for iPad 2, but hope they return soon."

Our coupon hunters have been working overtime to absolutely smash their KPIs and have boosted the tally to over 50,000 stores on the website. Over 200,000 coupons and deals have now been submitted!

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National Latino Leader to Give Commencement Address to HU’s Class of 2011

The Honorable Pedro A. Cortés, the first confirmed Latino Cabinet member and the longest serving Secretary of State in Pennsylvania history, has been selected to give the Commencement Address this year at Harrisburg University of Science and Technology in Pennsylvania.

Harrisburg, PA, March 25, 2011 - The Honorable Pedro A. Cortés, the first confirmed Latino Cabinet member and the longest serving Secretary of State in Pennsylvania history, has been selected to give the Commencement Address this year at Harrisburg University of Science and Technology in Pennsylvania.

He will address Harrisburg University’s Class of 2011 on Thursday, May 12, during Commencement ceremonies scheduled 6:30 p.m. in the Sunoco Theatre at the Whitaker Center for the Sciences and Arts on Market and 3rd Streets in Downtown Harrisburg.

Cortés served as Pennsylvania Secretary of State from 2003 to 2010 where his portfolio at the Department of State included professional licensure, corporate filings, charitable registrations, notary commissions and sports oversight. He was also the state's chief election official. During his tenure, the department successfully administered 15 primary and general elections and implemented the Help America Vote Act.

Presently, Cortés is the Executive Vice President of Everyone Counts, a global election solutions company specializing in military and overseas voting. As the lead strategic business developer at Everyone Counts, he is responsible for expanding the company’s technology offerings worldwide, including Latin America and the Caribbean.

Cortés was also the first Pennsylvanian to serve as President of the National Association of Secretaries of State, a position he held during the historic 2008 Presidential Election cycle. Under his leadership, the association strengthened cooperative relationships between the states and actively engaged the White House, Congress and federal agencies.

A lawyer by training, Cortés was previously the Senior Advisor for Latino Affairs to three Pennsylvania governors. As the Executive Director of the Governor's Latino Commission, he made recommendations to the governors and their administrations on policies, procedures and legislation that enhanced the status of the Latino community in Pennsylvania. Cortés’ professional pursuits have also included work with the Pennsylvania State Civil Service Commission and the Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare.

He has been a member of the Interbranch Commission for Gender, Racial and Ethnic Fairness since its inception in 2005. He was also a member of the Subcommittee on Racial and Ethnic Bias that contributed to the Final Report on Racial and Gender Bias in the Justice System. Issued in 2003, the Final Report led to the establishment of the Interbranch Commission. Cortes is currently the Commission’s Chair.

He is been the recipient of numerous awards, including: Hispanic Business Magazine's 100 Most Influential Hispanics in the United States; the National Notary Association’s 50 Most Influential People in Notarization in the Last 50 Years; Multicultural Affairs Congress' Delaware Valley's Most Influential Latino; American Lawyer Media Lawyer on the Fast Track; Central Penn Business Journal's top Forty Under 40 business leaders in Central Pennsylvania; and The Pennsylvania State University Alumni Fellow, the most prestigious award given by the Penn State Alumni Association.

Cortés earned his Bachelor of Science in Hotel, Restaurant and Travel Administration from the University of Massachusetts, a Master of Public Administration from Penn State University and a Law Degree from Penn State Dickinson School of Law. He also holds Doctorate Degrees honoris causa from King’s College, Harcum College and Widener University School of Law.

A native of Puerto Rico, Cortés has lived in Harrisburg since 1990.

Founded in 2001 to address Central Pennsylvania’s need for increased opportunities for study leading to careers in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) fields, Harrisburg University is an innovative and ambitious private institution that produces graduates who provide increased competence and capacity in science and technology disciplines to Pennsylvania and the nation. Harrisburg University ensures institutional access for underrepresented students and links learning and research to practical outcomes. As a private University serving the public good, Harrisburg University remains the only STEM-focused comprehensive university located between Philadelphia and Pittsburgh.

For more information on the University's demand-driven undergraduate, graduate and certificate programs in applied science and technology fields, call 717.901.5146 or email Connect@HarrisburgU.edu.

NOTE: There is an accent above the e in Cortés.

Contact:

Steven Infanti

HU Communications

326 Market Street

Harrisburg, PA 17101

717.901.5146

Sinfanti@HarrisburgU.edu

http://www.harrisburgu.edu

Foremay Launches World’s Smallest SSD Disk on Chip

The OC177 DOC™ disk- on-chip solid state drive has a stunningly compact size— less than the size of a U.S. quarter coin—but with capacities up to 32GB or 64GB with a standard IDE or SATA host interface.

Pasadena, CA, March 25, 2011 - Foremay, Inc., a leader of technology innovation in solid state drives and one of the world’s Top 10 SSD OEMs, has today introduced its first disk-on-chip solid state hard drive into its OC177 SSD product family offering. The chip disk is a NAND drive that features a tiny dimension of only 22 x 22 x 1.8 mm. The thin and light, yet robust disk chip is marketed as DOC™. DOC supports standard IDE or SATA host interface, and complies with ATA-7 specifications. Current shipping capacity is up to 32GB with a read/write speed up to 70/40 MB/s. 64GB capacity is expected in Q3’2011.
 
"Foremay’s DOC drive eliminates the need to have a "disk drive" attached to the computer motherboard," said Jack Winters, CTO of Foremay. "The DOC can be soldered directly onto the motherboard via its LGA or BGA pins, which also significantly enhances the anti-shock and anti-vibration performance from DOC equipped computers."

The DOC chip disk is designed for high reliability and rugged embedded computing applications where ultra-compact, ultra-low profile, ultra-high anti-shock and/or ultra-high anti-vibration capability are required. Applications for DOC include:

* Embedded computers and industrial PCs

* Military, defense and aerospace applications

* Rugged laptops and handheld computing machines

* Slim laptops and notebook computers

* MID / Camcorders

* UMPC and netbooks

* GPS navigators

* PMP and gaming consoles

* POS terminals

* Handheld and mobile devices

DOC Availability

IDE/PATA DOC is now shipping in volumes with capacities up to 32GB. 64GB IDE DOC and SATA DOC are expected to be available in Q3 2011. For more information about Foremay’s DOC chip disk, please contact info@foremay.net

About Foremay:

Founded in the Silicon Valley in 2002, Foremay, Inc., is a leading organization dedicated to technology innovation in Solid State Drives ( SSDs ) for high-reliability mission-critical computing, industrial computing, enterprise computing, and high-end personal computing. Foremay's vision is to bring to market reliable, rugged and high-performance solid state drives with "Green Initiatives" in mind. Foremay is headquartered in California, USA. For more information and product details please visit www.foremay.net

Press Contacts : Dennis Eodice, pr@foremay.net, +1 408 228 3468

Foremay®, Foremay logo®, OC177™ and DOC™ and are all trademarks of Foremay, Inc. Any product name of another company or organization mentioned is the property or trademark of its respective owner.

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Dennis Eodice

Foremay®

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Pasadena, CA 91101, USA

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Fax: +1 408 521 3468

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Discover Vietnam in Luxury and Style

Travel the length of Vietnam on this 10-day tour, stopping in Ho Chi Minh City (in the south), Hanoi (in the north), and the beaches and small towns of the central coast in between.

Hanoi, Vietnam, March 24, 2011 -- Luxury Travel (www.luxurytravelvietnam.com) Promotes Discovery Tour of Vietnam in Luxury and Style : Ho Chi Minh City, Nha Trang - Hoi An & Danang-Hanoi in 10 days.

Travelers rave about Vietnam 's incredibly friendly people, unique 54 traditions, beautiful landscape and countryside. Vietnam has established its reputation as a unique and genuine Southeast Asian experience. And now, there is ample opportunity to explore it in style and luxury.

Travel the length of Vietnam on this 10-day tour, stopping in Ho Chi Minh City (in the south), Hanoi (in the north), and the beaches and small towns of the central coast in between. Throughout Vietnam you will savour fresh and exotic cuisine, experience the warmth and openness of the Vietnamese people and enjoy abundant shopping.

Start in dynamic HCMC (formerly Saigon), the country's commercial focal point and home to a growing number of upscale restaurants and shops. Visit Chinatown, the Thien Hau Pagoda, the Reunification Palace, the Opera House and Hotel de Ville.

Take a day trip to the Cu Chi Tunnels and watch an eccentric religious ceremony at the main temple of Cao Daism , a unique fusion of world religions, in Tay Ninh. Alternatively, spend the day cruising the narrow canals of the Mekong Delta on the Cai Be Princess Sampan.

Next, glide to the resort town of Nha Trang to spend several days in a seaside hotel/resort overlooking wonderful Nha Trang Bay at the Ana Mandara Resort and Spa at Six Senses.

Glide to the charming town of Hoi An, a UNESCO-designated World Heritage Site and rive town crammed with historic homes, tiny museums, cafes, and bustling silk and fish markets. Nearby, see very ancient sculpture in the Cham Museum, and tour Buddhist cave temples in the Marble Mountains.

Opt to stay at a luxury beach resort in nearby Danang, or a boutique riverside hotel in the heart of Hoi An.

Wrap up in Hanoi, Vietnam's artistic and intellectual capital. Explore the fascinating Ancient Quarter Visit Hanoi's main cultural attractions, including the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, his House on Stilts, the One Tower of strength Pagoda, the Fine Arts Museum and the Temple of Literature.

Guests are also free to request helicopter tour, restaurant reservations, meetings with artists, cooking instructors and designers, shopping recommendations, spa reservations, tours with special-interest lecturers, and exclusive access to local actions and cultural events.

Voted as Vietnam’s First Luxury Tour Operator, Luxury Travel is headquartered in Hanoi and has offices around Vietnam and management offices in Indochina, Myanmar and Thailand. It pioneered luxury tourism development in the early 2004 in Vietnam. Visit www.luxurytravelvietnam.com

Contact:

Pham Ha

Luxury Travel Company

05 Nguyen Truong To Street

Ba Dinh Dist

Hanoi, Vietnam 71000

+84.4.3927 4120

phamha@luxurytravelvietnam.com

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EliteProNet Releases Construction Projects Up for Commercial Bids in North Carolina

Over 150 general contractors in North Carolina are seeking commercial bids from qualified subcontractors at EliteProNet.

Raleigh, NC, March 24, 2011 - Over 150 general contractors in North Carolina are seeking commercial bids from qualified subcontractors at EliteProNet.

EliteProNet is a closed network of commercial subcontractors who are licensed and qualified to perform trade work in North Carolina.

EliteProNet is now accepting new contractors to submit their information for prequalification online at www.elitepronet.com or by calling 877-656-4706. Any qualifying contractors will have an opportunity to bid the following projects in North Carolina:

1.Large retailer renovations in Greenville, NC

2.New construction of elementary school in Winston-Salem, NC

3.Outdoor Facility Renovations in Winston-Salem, NC

4.Renovations of retail store in Winston-Salem, NC

5.Tenant fit-out in Greensboro, NC

6.New construction of industrial buildings in Fayetteville, NC

7.Commercial remodel in Wake Forest, NC

8.Tenant fit-out in Winston-Salem, NC

9.New commercial construction in Danville, NC

EliteProNet was originally founded in December of 2008 by Dean Cameron and Kevin Priddy as Elite Subcontractors and now provides construction projects up for bid in Florida, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Washington D.C., Maryland, and Delaware, North Carolina, and Georgia.

EliteProNet corporate headquarters is located at 5589 Okeechobee Blvd., Ste. 202, West Palm Beach, FL 33417. For more information please call (877) 656-4706 or visit www.elitepronet.com.

Contact:

Erin Crawford MBA

Development & Marketing Director

EliteProNet

5589 Okeechobee Blvd. Suite 202

West Palm Beach, FL 33417

(561) 656-4701 x105

ecrawford@elitepronet.com

http://www.elitepronet.com