CorePower Yoga Seattle Studio Opens in Time for National Yoga Month

New Studio in Ballard Neighborhood Provides Classes for All Skill Levels, Offers Free Week of Classes to New Students

Seattle, WA, September 04, 2012 - Seattleites looking to try yoga for the first time during National Yoga Month can head to the city’s newest studio. CorePower Yoga, a yoga brand with a commitment to making yoga accessible to all, today opened its first Seattle yoga studio in the Ballard neighborhood. To welcome new students, the studio is offering individuals one week of unlimited free yoga classes.

“Seattle is a city with a vibrant culture of active people, and we are thrilled to become a part of this community,” said Sarah Goble, manager of the new studio and regional manager and director of teacher training for CorePower Yoga’s Northwest Region. “We look forward to welcoming new yoga students of all ability levels – from people who have experienced the benefits of yoga for years to those who are just trying it out for the first time.”

The newly opened Ballard yoga studio offers residents access to CorePower Yoga’s unique brand of invigorating yoga and lifestyle classes that accommodate students of all skill and fitness levels. Course offerings include a variety of yoga styles, including CorePower Yoga’s dynamic Power Yoga in beginner to advanced formats, Yoga Sculpt and Hot Power Fusion. New students can view class schedules at www.corepoweryoga.com.

Classes are set to energizing music and promote both physical and mental benefits. Students are in good hands with CorePower Yoga’s certified instructors, who follow consistent class formats and provide hands-on assists to help individuals safely advance and improve their yoga practice.

The Ballard yoga studio also offers cross-training opportunities through lifestyle programs, such as cleanses and boot camps, as well as CorePower Ryder indoor cycling classes. CorePower Yoga also offers Yoga Teacher Training Programs for students who want to expand their practice and potentially instruct classes in the future.

“National Yoga Month is the perfect time to give yoga a try if you’re a first-timer, or to reinvigorate your practice if you’re an experienced yogi,” said Goble. “Regardless of your skill level, we hope to create an environment where members of the Ballard community can interact and flourish.”

The Ballard yoga studio features a modern design, with two large yoga rooms and a CorePower Ryder room. Amenities include a lounge area, spacious changing rooms with showers and private lockers and a full retail boutique.

In its commitment to sustainable practices, CorePower Yoga maintains recycling and waste management programs, uses recyclable products and selects sustainable fixtures and materials for its studios. All CorePower Yoga studios utilize the latest technology to efficiently heat and maintain the controlled climates of the yoga rooms.

Residents can look forward to a second Seattle yoga studio in the Capitol Hill neighborhood, which is set to open before the end of 2012.

About CorePower Yoga

CorePower Yoga strives to increase awareness and widespread adoption of yoga by making yoga accessible to everyone, through a variety of yoga styles for beginners and more advanced yoga students. The company’s unique and physically challenging style of power yoga combines energy, music, movement and community to create a one-of-a-kind yoga experience. A variety of classes cater to students at all levels, including CorePower Yoga, its distinguishing heated Power Yoga, Hot Yoga, Hot Power Fusion, Yoga Pilates, Yoga Sculpt, a Vinyasa flow combined with weights, and CoreRestore, a restorative yoga practice. All yoga classes encompass a wide variety of asanas, or poses, and are taught by certified yoga instructors. In addition to yoga classes, CorePower Yoga offers transformative integrated wellness programs and Yoga Teacher Training programs to empower students to live a health-focused and extraordinary life. For more information, visit www.corepoweryoga.com.

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1,800 Local Students Receive Free Back-to-School Supply Kits from Bryant & Stratton College

“Book Bag Bonanza” gives students the school supplies they need to start the school year right

Buffalo, NY, September 04, 2012 - At “Book Bag Bonanza” events yesterday, Bryant & Stratton College’s three Western New York campuses gave a total of 1,800 free back-to-school supply kits to local students of all ages. The kits were provided in partnership with Promotional Images and included a single subject notebook, a three-subject notebook, highlighter, eraser, folders, pens and pencils, packaged in a Bryant & Stratton College book bag. Originally the College planned to distribute 1500 kits (500 at each campus); however, due to such an overwhelming response, Bryant & Stratton College gave an additional 300 kits away. 

“At Bryant & Stratton College we want to support the communities we serve and offering book bags filled with school supplies seemed like a great way to help get students of all ages ready for the new school year,” said Paul Bahr, Director of Bryant & Stratton College’s Western New York Campuses. “We hope that these back-to-school supply kits will help students get the tools they need to start the year off right.”

The Book Bag Bonanza events were promoted through local schools and community groups in the Western New York area. For more information about Bryant & Stratton College, contact one of the campuses:

Amherst campus: 3650 Millersport Hwy, Getzville, (716) 625-6300

Buffalo campus: 465 Main Street, Buffalo, (716) 884-9120

Southtowns campus: 200 Redtail, Orchard Park, (716) 677-9500

EDITOR’S NOTE: Photos of the events from each campus are available upon request. Contact Lindsey Read at lread@csg-pr.com for additional details.

About Bryant & Stratton College:

Bryant & Stratton College is a private career college delivering outcomes based education and training through a flexible, contemporary curriculum in a personalized environment.  The College is regionally accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, which is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education, and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. Bryant & Stratton College has campus locations in New York, Ohio, Virginia and Wisconsin, as well as an Online Education division, and a Professional Skill Center.  For over 155 years, Bryant & Stratton College has been providing real world education leading to bachelor’s degrees, associate’s degrees and professional certificates in the fields of healthcare, technology, legal, business, & graphic design.  For more information about our graduation rates, the median debt of students who completed the program and other important information, please visit http://www.bryantstratton.edu/disclosures.  General information can also be found on the College’s website at www.bryantstratton.edu.

 

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Luxury Travel Ltd Promotes Mai Chau Valley on Your Bike, Hike and Dine in Style

Luxury Travel Ltd (www.luxurytravelvietnam.com) Has Launched a Two Day Luxury Biking Trip to Mai Chau.

Hanoi, Vietnam, September 04, 2012 - The ride passes through many villages, across lush rice paddies and above a valley for stunning views. You will get to know the local hill tribe people - the White Thai - and their culture better when you overnight in local home stay. They can opt to stay at the Mai Chau Lodge. After a day of remote cycling, you will be rewarded and spoilt with dinner and a night at the Mai Chau Lodg http://www.luxurytravelvietnam.com/EN/Vietnam_tours/Adventures/Cycling-Trip-To-Mai-Chau-2days.htm

“Taking this biking tour, travelers discover Vietnam's village life in a remote setting. Mountain bikers will love this biking trip for the variety of trails - from good single track paths, undulating rough jeep trails, to some climbs that are rewarded with ultimate descents,” said Huong Pham, Operations Manager of Luxury Travel Company.

The next day is cycling in Hang Kia, a downhill ride to Hoa Binh Town. Drive to to Cao Phong, travelers cycle from Cao Phong to the Giang Mo village of Muong Minority (2 hours). Visit Giang Mo Village before transferring back to Hanoi.

Tour cost at 257 USD per person for a private party of 2 people, including private pick up and drop off service, professional bike, helmet, drinking water, all meals, accommodation and English speaking tour guide. This offer is valid until 30 Dec 2013.

“This biking trip offers you a great opportunity to explore the outstanding nature beauty and culture richness of Mai Chau area, the gateway to the impressive Northwestern area of Vietnam. This biking tour offers you both physical activity and the opportunities to observe a lifestyle of local people that has changed little over the centuries. As you cycle in many places in Hoa Binh, you see the beautiful valleys, you encounter Flower H’mong, Muong and White Thai minorities and are guests in their traditional stilt-houses allowing you to see first-hand how these minority people live. This cycling trip is the highest quality of those offered to Mai Chau, including imported bicycles, well-trained English speaking cycling guides with experience, mechanical support and routes chosen for maximum enjoyment and sightseeing on the bike,” said Pham Ha, CEO and Founder of Luxury Travel Vietnam Company.

For Mai Chau biking tours, visit

http://www.luxurytravelvietnam.com/EN/Vietnam_tours/Adventures/Cycling-Trip-To-Mai-Chau-2days.htmor email to bike@luxurytravelvietnam.com.

Vietnam’s first luxury tour operator/DMC (http://www.luxurytravelvietnam.com) based in Hanoi with offices throughout Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar and Thailand, Luxury Travel is exceptional in designing tailor-made tours and providing unique travel experiences. Opened in 2004, the Luxury Travel Company Limited has its own offices, luxury vehicles, luxury travel advisors, and reprentative offices in California, London, Paris, and Sydney. The company’s depth of experience and large infrastructure enable it to create unique itineraries with the operational confidence to fulfill client expectations. Luxury Travel Ltd won numerous travel awards for excellent performance including the most recent Guide Award 2012: “a long established Asian specialist in the art of travel and serves today’s most sophisticated travelers with luxury privately guided and fully bespoke holidays.”

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Luxury Travel Ltd

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Vietnam

84439274120

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FRA welcomes The Campbell Group's purchase of Australia timber

A US timber investment manager is leading a buyout of a large amount of harvested timber in South Australia, in a move that has been welcomed by FRA.

Bainbridge Island, WA, September 04, 2012 - A US timber investment manager is leading a buyout of a large amount of harvested timber in South Australia, in a move that has been welcomed by Forestry Research Associates (FRA).

The research and analysis consultancy claims that the Campbell Group (TCG), a US-based investment management firm, is offering a good price for the timber that will be harvested in the region in the future.

South Australian government treasurer, Jack Snelling, said that the offer of the future timber investment attracted some very good offers from investors all over the world. Mr Snelling explained that although there were several good offers, TGC’s was the winner. He said, "TCG put forward the best proposal which included a very strong price."

TCG controls some three million acres of timberland around the world, making it one of the world’s largest timber investment companies. Its chairman, John Gilleland, said that it would remain committed to safeguarding the forestry industry in South Australia. He said, "We are very pleased to have secured the rights to manage what is one of the highest-quality timber plantations in Australasia."

The move underlines the ongoing demand for sustainably produced timber, according to FRA's analysis partner, Peter Collins. He said, "Here at FRA, we are keen to promote forestry investment – through buying up plantation land – to those who night be looking for a more tangible investment option in response to the economic crisis."

FRA claims that investing in plantations that are managed by a forestry management company, like Greenwood Management, for example, is a good option for people who want to try out timberland investment. "Investing in managed plantations means investors get all the rewards and benefits of a low-risk asset class, without the hassle or cost of having to buy their own plot of forest and manage it themselves," added Mr Collins.

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Now is the time to Invest in Brazil, claims AAA

The analysts at alternative investment advocacy group AAA claim that this is the perfect time to invest in Brazil, with the economy still growing and major sporting events heading its way.

Boston, MA, September 04, 2012 - The analysts at alternative investment advocacy group, Alternative Asset Analysis (AAA) claim that this is the perfect time to invest in Brazil, with the economy still growing and major sporting events heading its way.

“There are a million and one ways to invest in Brazil and cash in on the country’s impressive growth,” claimed AAA’s analysis partner, Anthony Johnson.

He said that Brazil is having an exciting period, with the Olympics and the FIFA World Cup due to be hosted in Rio and elsewhere in 2014 and 2016. As a result of these major events. The country is investing considerable cash into improving its infrastructure – so construction is booming.

Real estate is certainly an asset class that’s worth considering, according to Mr Johnson. Inner cities and beach resorts are set to grow in popularity with tourists who will be flocking to Brazil to enjoy the sport. Rio, in particular is likely to invest huge amounts in improving accommodation over the coming years as the Olympic Committee rated the city very poorly for accommodation and infrastructure – suggesting that there is serious room for growth.

Steel is a booming industry ins response to major infrastructure expansion – including airport construction and expansion as well as bridges, railways and roads. “ the steel industry needs charcoal to operate, “claimed Mr Johnson. He added, “going back a few years, they would have got their charcoal form the native rainforests but this is now frowned upon by the authorities and plantation timber tends top be used instead.

As a result of this, AAA claims that investing in plantations, which are sustainably managed by firms like Greenwood Management, may be a wise move and could generate some very healthy returns for investors. “It’s also very low risk", added Johnson.

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Alternative Asset Analysis

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Boston, MA 02109-1320

617-939-9596

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Luxury Travel Ltd Features a Luxury Resort in Inle Lake in the Company Brochure 2013 for High End Travelers to Myanmar

Luxury Travel Ltd (www.luxurytravelvietnam.com) Recommends Pristine Lotus Resort and Spa Inle as a must stay resort in Inle Lake in Myanmar and features the resort in the newest brochures 2012-2013 in English, German and French.

Hanoi, Vietnam, September 03, 2012 - Luxury Travel Ltd (www.luxurytravelvietnam.com ) is a long established Asian specialist in luxury privately guided and fully bespoke holidays in Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia, Myanmar and Thailand.

Pristine Lotus Resort and Spa Inle http://www.pristinelotus.com/

Pristine Lotus Resort is located at Khaung Daing village on the west bank of Inle Lake, 20-minute fascinating boat-ride from Nyang Shwe or 45-minute interesting drive from the Heho airport.

The 53-rooms Pristine Lotus Spa Resort at Inle Lake will feature a natural spa (hot spring) and high-quality designer accommodation affording great views of the Lake. Positioned at a rare vantage point.

Pristine Lotus Spa Resort's main facilities and villas are gracefully laid out over a landscaped hillside that gently slopes into the lake, offering great views of the lake and the Shan hills beyond.

Bi-lingual local staff welcomes guests from the canopied lobby that rests on an island connected by teak-wood bridges over cascading swifts and landscaped gardens.

“Just a short flight from Yangon or Mandalay, in the cool green highlands of Shan State, and yet seemingly worlds apart from the rest of Myanmar, lies Inle Lake, an area of outstanding natural beauty. The lake itself sits at a pleasant 2,900 feet above sea level and is famous for its leg rowers, floating markets and prolific birdlife. In this unique wetland environment, whole villages sit on floating islands on the lake. Colorful hill tribes inhabit the surrounding fertile valleys and forested mountaintops, and their hand-woven silks are a specialty of the region. Pristine Lotus Resort and Spa Inle is our pick for discerning holidaymakers in Inle Lalke. You should stay at least 3 nights to absorb this beautiful destination,” said Pham Ha, Founder and CEO of Luxury Travel.

Vietnam’s first luxury tour operator and DMC (www.luxurytravelvietnam.com) based in Hanoi with its offices throughout Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar and Thailand, Luxury Travel is excellent in designing tailor-made tours and providing unique travel experiences. Etablished in 2004, the Luxury Travel Company Limited has its own offices in Indochina, Myanmar and Thailand, luxury vehicles, luxury travel advisors and representative offices in the USA, UK, France, Germany and Australia. The company's depth of experience and large infrastructure enable it to create unique itineraries with the operational confidence to fulfill the most sophisticated traveler’s expectations. Luxury Travel Ltd won numerous travel awards for excellent performance including the most recent award: Best Luxury Tour Operator.

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Luxury Travel Ltd

05 Nguyen Truong To Str.,

Ba Dinh Dist, Hanoi 84444

Vietnam

84439274120

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Luxury Travel Ltd, Vietnam First Luxury Tour Operator and DMC, To Launch Luxury Vietnam Villa Collection

Luxury Travel Ltd 's hand-picked Vietnam Luxury Villa collection features a range of exclusive properties that offer the personalized services of a luxury resort coupled with the independence of renting a private villa.

Hanoi, Vietnam, September 03, 2012 - Luxury Travel Ltd 's hand-picked Vietnam Luxury Villa collection features a range of exclusive properties that offer the personalized services of a luxury resort coupled with the independence of renting a private villa.

Luxury Travel Ltd. (www.luxurytravelvietnam.com ) has served the luxury travel industry for many years, and their staff has acquired first-hand knowledge about the luxury travel market in Vietnam. They have visited their recommended destinations, and have personally checked out the finest villas designed for discriminating travelers.

“This unique collection of luxury villas was carefully chosen to represent the absolute best Vietnam has to offer. Focusing on destination, location, style and size our selection offers choices from exotic modern beachside villas to the casual elegance of a Vietnam villa amid rice fields. Luxury Travel Ltd's Vietnam’s Villas collection has the perfect property to suit your personal tastes and travel style and family holidays.

” Said David Nguyen, Sales and Marketing Manager of Luxury Travel Ltd.

Vietnam-based Luxury Travel Ltd (www.luxurytravelvietnam.com) is a long established Asian specialist in the art of travel and serves today’s most sophisticated travelers with luxury privately guided and fully bespoke holidays in Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia, Myanmar and Thailand. Luxury Travel excels in designing tailor-made tours and providing unique travel experiences to fulfill the most sophisticated traveler’s expectations. Luxury Travel Ltd. has won numerous travel awards for excellent performance, including the most recent award: Best Luxury Tour Operator.

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Link Doan

Luxury Travel Ltd

05 Nguyen Truong To Str.,

Ba Dinh Dist, Hanoi 84444

Vietnam

84439274120

marketing12@luxurytravelvietnam.com

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Top Italian Restaurants in Chicago Featured at ChicagoItalianRestaurants.org

Italian cuisine has developed through centuries of taste buds. Italian cooking usually focuses on four to eight ingredients that, when prepared correctly, often makes lifelong fans of this culinary delight. In Chicagoland there is no shortage of great Italian restaurants. Now there is a great website that features one top Chicago Italian Restaurant every month.

Chicago, IL, August 31, 2012 (Straight Line PR) -- Italian dishes are synonymous with the American palette. Kids often grow up being connoisseurs of Italian foods like spaghetti and pizza which opens the door to other Italian culinary delights.

Everyone's heard of popular Italian dishes such as cannelloni, tortellini, gnocchi, fusilli, ravioli, lasagna, carbonara, pesto, and pasta primavera. The preparation of these dishes is now being done by world class chefs in Chicago who have mastered the art of cooking with ingredients such as pasta, cheese, and tomatoes, as well as chicken, seafood, and Italian sausage.

Italian restaurants have long been common in the greater Chicago area, so there's no problem finding one. The real problem is - which Italian restaurant to choose? For example, who has the best prices? Who specializes in certain types of dishes? And which place is the closest? How can fans of Italian food find this information, quickly and reliably? The new web site http://www.ChicagoItalianRestaurants.org is designed specifically to answer those questions and more.

"Chicago has thousands and thousands of restaurants," says Ricco Petrucci, owner of ChicagoItalianRestaurants.org . "We are passionate about Italian food. Every month we feature one top Chicago Italian Restaurant based upon their exceptional menu, ambience and presentation. We have been thrilled by the feedback we have received from online fans of Italian food in the greater Chicago area."

Fans of Italian Restaurants in Chicago can see a short video, featuring sights of Chicago, and delicious Italian food, online at: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DFYQGDdzK0Q

About Chicago Italian Restaurants:

With a passion for everything related to vegan cuisine and dining, ChicagoItalianRestaurants.org is rapidly becoming the place to go online, to find the best Italian Restaurants in Chicago. Featuring full menus, with prices, for Chicago's finest Italian restaurants, ChicagoItalianRestaurants.org is also a great place for people to leave comments about their dining experiences. To find out more, visit http://www.ChicagoItalianRestaurants.org

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Russian Born, US-Based Singer Irina is Set to Make her World Debut at Ello Music Festival in Moscow

Irina will perform a 4-song set including debut single “Something About You” COMPLETE with Free Online Webcast Live from Gorky Park

Los Angeles, CA, August 30, 2012 - Moscow native, US-based singer, songwriter and dancer Irina is preparing to make her debut international performance at the ELLO Music Festival in Moscow’s mecca for culture and leisure – Gorky Park. The festival will include a line up of Russia’s top stars, with Irina travelling all the way from the US to participate in the event. The performance will officially mark the launch of Irina’s international career where she will be performing a 4-song set to showcase her debut single ‘Something About You’. The festival takes place from 4pm - 9pm on September 8th and Irina’s spectacular performance will feature six LA-based dancers, New York-based rapper BK Brasco and Chinese violinist Analiza Ching. At the helm, managing Irina’s career is former President of Universal Music Russia, David Junk.

Born and raised in Moscow, Irina began working in the music industry as a songwriter for other Russian artists. Working with these other artists provided Irina the confidence she needed to reach out and launch her own career as an artist. Taking off for Los Angeles via Miami, Irina has made the USA her second home and the new base for her career. Working in the USA has given Irina the opportunity to work with talented producers such as Denis Ingoldsby, Mark Feist and WAX Ltd. Irina is currently in Los Angeles rehearsing with her team for the upcoming performance in her hometown, Moscow, for which 2012 will see the celebration of it’s 865th birthday. Gorky Park is one of Moscow’s most famous landmarks. First laid out in 1928 it was the first park of it’s kind and became the prototype for hundreds of others throughout the Soviet Union.

Joining Irina on stage in Moscow for her performance are six LA-based dancers who have danced with the likes of Britney Spears, Janet Jackson, Katy Perry, Rihanna, Pitbull, The Pussycat Dolls, Ciara and Christina Aguilera.

Brasco will be performing with Irina on the song “Feels So Good” as a featured artist. Hailed as New York’s most promising rappers, Brasco first burst to the forefront of the rap scene in the group, “Brooklyn”. They were discovered by Shakir Stuart, which landed the group a deal with Arista Records. Although they eventually disbanded, Brasco was given a platform to work with producers and songwriters such as Scott Stortch, Polow Da Don, Adonnis, Sean Garrett and others. The New York-based Brasco teamed up with an array of production and studio superstars, thus piquing the interest of Jay-Z and Interscope Records chairman, Jimmy Iovine. Without even a mixtape or album release, Iovine signed Brasco to Interscope Records. Later, Timbaland and Brasco were introduced and the bidding war for Brasco ensued, which resulted in Brasco signing to Timbaland’s label, Mosley Music Group.

Analiza Ching, an exciting new talent, comes from Southern China and will join Irina on stage for the empowering anthem “Catch My Tears”. Analiza was classically trained from the age of four and studied at the Royal Academy of Music in London. She has a unique style of combining music and dance. She has appeared with high profile personalities and at major events for both the UK Government and Foreign Ambassadors. Analiza has thrilled audiences at many of the world's major concerts, such as her solo performance at the Beatles’s 50th Anniversary Tribute Concert with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra at the Royal Albert Hall; Gala Award ceremony at Monaco Film Festival in Monte Carlo and classical recitals at Windsor Castle for Prince Edward, the Princess Royal and other members of the Royal Family.

The Pussycat Dolls choreographer and co-creative director Michael “Mikey” Minden provided the routine for “Something About You”. Mikey has also previously created movement for Paris Hilton, Hilary Duff, Pink, Usher and many more. Mikey has also been the artistic director and choreographer for award shows all over the world including: The Emmy Awards, MTV VMA's, MTV Movie Awards, and the Billboard Awards. Irina’s upcoming show will feature additional choreography from Shawnette Heard. Shaped by her experiences working with the likes of Janet Jackson, Beyonce, Madonna, Michael Jackson, Tina Turner and others, Shawnette’s innovation as a director stems from her innate understanding of how to communicate story through arresting imagery, rhythm, and dynamic movement. Shawnette has choreographed performances for awards shows such as the 2000 Blockbuster Awards, 2001 American Music Awards and 2007 World Music Awards.

Denis Ingoldsby is a British producer who has worked with Irina at the legendary Sunset Sound studios in Hollywood on the songs “Feels So Good Ft. Brasco” and “Catch My Tears”. Denis is responsible for launching the careers of many artists across different genres of music, ranging from R&B with girl group Eternal who sold over 10 million records worldwide, to dubstep with his latest endeavor, Flux Pavilion.

Australian-born producer Mark Feist made his name working with artists such as Destiny’s Child (and later Beyoncé’s solo career), Celine Dion, Joss Stone, Wyclef Jean, John Legend, The Spice Girls and many more. Throughout his career, Mark has contributed to songs with sales in excess of 60 million records worldwide. Not only does Mark produce, write and arrange but he also plays many of the instruments that feature in his tracks.

Wax Ltd is the songwriting and production team of Wally Gagel and Xandy Barry who have worked with Rihanna, Britney Spears and Jessica Simpson as well as Muse and The Rolling Stones. Wally and Xandy are based in Los Angeles.

David Junk, the former president of Universal Music Russia responsible for signing the multi-platinum Russian duo t.A.T.u. (All The Things She Said and Not Gonna Get Us), is now managing Irina’s career. After seeing huge success in Russia and Eastern Europe with t.A.T.u., David brought the band to the world market via Interscope Records where they went on to sell over 5 million records worldwide.

The ELLO Music Festival can be streamed online, live on the day of the event from www.YouTube.com/ELLO.

Visit Irina Online:

www.IrinaGlobal.com

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New Chicago Vegan Restaurant Healthy Diet Menu Featured at VeganRestaurantsChicago.net

Over the last few years healthy dining has become a very hot trend. Vegan Restaurants have stepped up to service this growing niche. When visiting the "Windy City," there are a number of Vegan Restaurants worth checking out.

Chicago, IL, August 30, 2012 (Straight Line PR) -- Veganism is the practice of abstaining from the use of animal products. Over the past few years Vegan Restaurants have been growing very quickly to service this growing trend. Some of the top athletes in certain endurance sports such as the Ironman competition practice veganism.

Common vegan dishes include falafel, hummus, veggie burritos, veggie stir-fry, and pasta primavera. The preparation of these dishes is now being done by world class chefs who have mastered the art of working with ingredients such as tofu, tempeh, and seitan.

With vegan restaurants becoming ever more common in the greater Chicago area, the problem is no longer whether a hungry vegan can find a nice restaurant. The problem is now which vegan restaurant to choose. For example, who has the best prices? Who specializes in certain types of ethnic-style vegan dishes? And which place is the closest? How can vegans find this information, quickly and reliably? The new web site http://www.VeganRestaurantsChicago.net is designed specifically to answer those questions and more.

"We are huge fans of Vegan Cuisine," says Andres Reservus, owner of VeganRestaurantsChicago.net . "You have to taste great Vegan dishes to understand why this is the hottest trend in dining. Every month we feature one exciting menu and vegan restaurant in Chicago. We are thrilled by the feedback we have been receiving from our health conscious visitors."

Fans of Vegan Restaurants in Chicago can view a short video, featuring sights of Chicago, and delicious vegan food, online at: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m-m9LWcErb4

About Vegan Restaurants Chicago:

With a passion for everything related to vegan cuisine and dining, VeganRestaurantsChicago.net is rapidly becoming the place to go online, to find the best Vegan Restaurants in Chicago. Featuring full menus, with prices, for Chicago's finest vegan restaurants, VeganRestaurantsChicago.net is also a great place for people to leave comments about their dining experiences. To find out more, visit http://www.VeganRestaurantsChicago.net

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Top Chinese Restaurants in San Francisco Honored by ChineseRestaurantSanFrancisco.net

Chinese food is one of the most popular types of "ethnic" food in America. For those who may be visiting "The City by the Bay", it's now easy to prepare online for some of the top Chinese food in the world, in San Francisco's Chinatown.

San Francisco, CA, August 30, 2012 (Straight Line PR) -- One of the ongoing debates in culinary circles is where to find the best Chinese food in the world. While practically every American community hosts Chinese cuisine, many people consider that some of the world's top Chinese Restaurants can be found in the city of San Francisco - specifically, Chinatown.

Chinatown restaurants are considered to be the birthplace of Westernized Chinese cuisine. Food items such as Egg Rolls and Chop Suey were introduced here, tailored to American tastes. For this, and many other good reasons, the top Chinese Restaurants in San Francisco are often considered the among the best in the world for Chinese food.

"Every month we feature an exciting menu and hotspot for Chinese Food in San Francisco," said Martin Wong, co-owner of www.ChineseRestaurantSanFrancisco.net . "Our goal is to share our passion for great Chinese food with fans of great Chinese Restaurants in San Francisco, via the world wide web. We take into account everything that creates the culinary experience - presentation, appearance, ambiance and price. We are very excited by this month's selection."

Fans of Chinese Restaurants in San Francisco can view a short video, featuring sights of San Francisco, and delicious Chinese food, online at: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9nlXIgjlNLk

About Chinese Restaurants San Francisco:

With a passion for everything related to Chinese cuisine and dining, ChineseRestaurantSanFrancisco.net is rapidly becoming the place to go online, to find the best Chinese Restaurants in San Francisco. Featuring full menus, with prices, for San Francisco's finest Chinese restaurants, ChineseRestaurantSanFrancisco.net is also a great place for people to leave comments about their dining experiences. To find out more, visit http://www.ChineseRestaurantSanFrancisco.net

Press Contact:

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Ecotech Institute Launches Hands-on Power Utility Technician Program

Aging Power Utility Workforce Requires New, Savvy Technicians

Denver, Colorado, August 29, 2012 - Ecotech Institute, the first and only college focused entirely on preparing America’s workforce for careers in renewable energy and sustainability, is now taking applications for its new two-year Power Utility Technician degree program focused on training power utility technicians. The program, which will launch in October, will help fill a need in the power utility sector as a growing number of power utility technicians are retiring from the field and highly trained employees are in demand. Ecotech has responded to this need by creating a practical program focused on the ever-changing power utility industry.

With input from subject matter experts who have more than 55 years of combined utility experience, Ecotech designed its Power Utility Technician program to prepare graduates for careers in power generation, with specialization in power plant operations and maintenance. Students will receive immersive and hands-on training that focuses on providing a solid grounding in, and a comprehensive understanding of, electric utility distribution systems, grid and smart grid.

“We are excited about the applicability and cutting-edge nature of this program and are thankful to industry gurus Dan Sachse and Mark Fox for sharing their expertise,” says Michael Seifert, president of Ecotech Institute. “Demand is at an all-time high for people who understand the grid and the future of power utilities and we look forward to leading the way in preparing students for jobs in this area.”

Upon successful completion of the Power Utility Technician program, students will be prepared to:

* Apply the fundamentals of power generation, so they can operate and maintain power plants

* Use their knowledge of high voltage systems to maintain and operate grid infrastructure, smart grids, and distribution systems

* Use the fundamentals of electrical theory and related knowledge to design, build, repair, calibrate and modify electrical components, circuitry, controls and machinery

* Meet industry standards within the electrical engineering, power production and distribution fields

Ecotech’s comprehensive Power Utility Technician program offers a balanced education of soft skills (communication, workplace etiquette), and math and science basics and technology skills, but the educational emphasis is on hands-on, practical training in modern labs.

Ecotech Institute’s website outlines each of its programs to help answer common questions such as, “Is this program right for me?”, “What will I learn?” and “Why Ecotech?” In addition to offering curriculum information, the site explains what to expect from the program, which skill sets are most desirable for this field of study, and what careers are available in cleantech industries.

With the addition of the Power Utility Technician program, Ecotech Institute, which is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools, offers six highly practical associate’s degree programs that provide graduates with skills valued by today’s alternative renewable energy employers.

Ecotech’s next round of classes begins in October and applications are always accepted.

In addition to the Power Utility program, Ecotech Institute offers the following:

* Solar Energy Technology, Associate of Applied Science

* Wind Energy Technology, Associate of Applied Science

* Renewable Energy Technology, Associate of Applied Science

* Energy Efficiency Program, Associate of Applied Science

* Electrical Energy Technology, Associate of Applied Science

About Ecotech Institute:

Ecotech Institute is the first and only college entirely focused on preparing America’s workforce for careers in renewable energy and sustainability. Launched in April 2010 in Denver, Colorado, the college offers five associate’s degrees designed by experts in the industry for people seeking careers in the emerging cleantech economy. Ecotech Institute is a division of Education Corporation of America. For more information about Ecotech Institute, visit ecotechinstitute.com or call 877-326-5576.

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Alicia Hassinger or Jenny Foust

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About Education Corporation of America

Education Corporation of America is a leader in the post-secondary career school market with current enrollment of almost 20,000 students. In addition to Ecotech Institute, ECA schools include Virginia College, founded in 1983, a private institution of higher education that offers non-degree and associate’s, bachelor’s and master’s degree programs in the areas of Health and Medical, Business, Information Technology, Interior Design, Computer Design, Culinary Arts, Cosmetology, Nursing and more in 25 different cities in the following states: Alabama, Mississippi, Florida, Tennessee, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, Louisiana, Oklahoma, and Texas. Virginia College also offers classes online and operates Culinard, the Culinary Institute of Virginia College.  ECA also operates Golf Academy of America, with locations in Phoenix, Arizona; San Diego, California; Dallas, Texas; Orlando, Florida; and Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. 

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Will Motivational Posters of President Barack Obama Help Revive his Presidential Re-election Bid?

What's the deal with President Barack Obama Motivational Posters? Are people buying them like collectible memorabilia or are customers so turned off by the President's policies that retailers can't give them away? Why is there such strong demand for Congressman Paul Ryan Motivational Posters?

Princeton, NJ, August 28, 2012 (Straight Line PR) -- Motivational Posters have been used for decades to create a positive atmosphere and a "can do" culture in corporations. With the Presidential race upon us and in a dead heat against Republican Mitt Romney, will Barack Obama Motivational Posters inspire and ignite the masses, reminding audiences of the President's ascendancy to office in 2008?

The US Presidential Race is in a virtual dead heat. Poll after poll show President Barack Obama and Governor Mitt Romney are deadlocked in a very close race for President.

Many say that "politics is a contact sport", and that you need an awfully thick skin to be a successful politician. In 2008, then-Senator Barack Obama electrified audiences and the nation with his positive speeches, which focused on getting the job done in spite of whatever obstacles were present. Now, four years later with a lackluster economy, over 8% unemployment, and a spiraling national debt, we are hearing very little inspiration from the campaign.

A complete line of Barack Obama Motivational Posters can be seen on the web at: http://www.ArtInspires.com/display_motivational.asp?c=Obama

"The rhetoric has turned negative and divisive," says Harald Anderson, Manager for ArtInspires.com, an online retailer of motivational merchandise.

"Our take on this is simple," says Anderson. "People love a winner. They love individuals who walk the walk and talk the talk. People love authenticity. People love a can-do attitude. And most importantly, people do not respond well to excuses for lack of performance."

"Four years ago, we could not keep the Barack Obama Motivational Posters in stock. Voters perceived that he was a winner and a problem solver. Quite honestly, we were expecting the sequel to 'Yes We Can' in the Democratic Presidential campaign to be 'Yes We Are' or 'Yes We Will'. Instead what we have gotten is attacks on success, class warfare and excuses."

Will memories of the infamous "Yes We Can" speech which inspired and motivated the masses rekindle a Democratic Presidential campaign in dire need of an inspirational spark or catalyst?

A brief section of President Barack Obama's "Yes We Can" speech can be seen here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ipIl6qJKQlo

"As a retailer," says Anderson, "I can tell you that people respond to vision, optimism and determination. Those are traits that we are seeing from the Republican campaign. Specifically, we are getting a ton of interest from our customers for Paul Ryan Motivational Posters! ( http://www.artinspires.com/display_motivational.asp ) Today, Paul Ryan's message is resonating with consumers who desperately want solutions."

About ArtInspires.com:

ArtInspires.com is a leading online retailer of motivational posters and offers free shipping on all orders. The company sells framed or unframed motivational posters, as well as art prints in a variety of categories, such as abstract, contemporary, fantasy, and landscapes, to name only a few.

"When Art Inspires, Dreams Become Realities." To learn more or to order, visit http://www.ArtInspires.com

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New Living in Chico Blog Can Help With Renting an Apartment in Chico California

Living in Chico is a website that makes searching for apartments in Chico California more fun by offering an interactive map, virtual tours and local resources. And the web site's Living in Chico Blog can help with finding an apartment, by offering fun topics related to apartment renting.

Chico, CA, August 28, 2012 (Straight Line PR) -- Anyone who is looking for an apartment in the Chico, California area now has a way to make the task a lot easier - the Living in Chico website. Living in Chico is designed to help with finding an apartment by offering an interactive map of apartment locations, entertaining video tours of the rental properties, and information on local events, restaurants and history. Living in Chico is an extension of The Hignell Companies residential and property management services.

"The Living in Chico website was designed to make searching for apartments in Chico California more fun," said website creator Michael K. Redman. "One way of doing this is by offering the blog we just launched that has information on fun topics about apartment renting."

The goal of the Living in Chico blog ( http://www.livinginchico.com/blog/ ) is to provide topics relevant to apartment living, such as apartment rental tips, decorating ideas and much more. The latest post offers help with finding an apartment by providing tips like setting a budget, making a list of must-have amenities, and questions to ask when determining the right location to live in.

One popular location which is featured on the Living in Chico web site is the Sterling Oaks Apartments. A short video tour of the complex can be seen on YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ocuUuCvxiYA

The Living in Chico website can help with finding an apartment because it is efficient, easy to use and fun. People searching for apartments in Chico California can take virtual tours of the Living in Chico properties to see first-hand if one might be a good fit. The site also has a search feature, so that the user can get help with finding an apartment by searching current listings by property type, number of bedrooms, and minimum and maximum rent. ( http://www.livinginchico.com/rentals )

"The Hignell Companies created the Living in Chico website to provide a community resource that doesn’t just offer available apartments in Chico California, but also a place to live; a fun community atmosphere to be a part of," said Phil Larios, CEO of The Hignell Companies. ( http://www.hignell.com/ )

In addition to providing help with finding an apartment in Chico California, Living in Chico also offers information about upcoming community events, recommendations on tasteful restaurants, and information about the history of Chico, all on the web at http://www.livinginchico.com/chico-life

For more help with finding apartments in Chico California visit the Living in Chico website at http://www.livinginchico.com and "Like" their Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/LivinginChico

About Living in Chico:

LivingInChico.com was launched in 2010 by The Hignell Companies to make searching on the internet for apartments in Chico California more enjoyable. The Living in Chico web site can help with finding an apartment, as well as provide information about life in Chico, including current events and local restaurants. Living in Chico offers some of the best places to live in the Chico area and strives to fulfill the mission of Creating Caring Communities while making apartment searching "funner." (We know "funner" isn't a word, but let's face it, it is way more fun)! To learn more, visit http://www.livinginchico.com/about

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