Booz Allen Executive Vice President Joins Easter Seals Board of Directors

Easter Seals Serving DC I MD I VA announced that Robin Portman, a Booz Allen Hamilton Executive Vice President based in McLean, VA, has been elected to its Board of Directors.

Silver Spring, MD, January 21, 2014 -- Robin Portman, a Booz Allen Hamilton Executive Vice President based in McLean, VA, has been elected to the Board of Directors of Easter Seals Serving DC I MD I VA.

“Ms. Portman is a champion for the firm’s veteran and Wounded Warrior support efforts where she drives many of Booz Allen's pro bono efforts to benefit our nation’s heroes. Throughout her professional life, she has supported initiatives and organizations that provide opportunities for people with disabilities and special needs, including veterans and military families,” said Lisa Reeves, President & CEO of Easter Seals Serving DC I MD I VA. “We are very excited to have her as a member of our board.”

In her role at Booz Allen Hamilton, Ms. Portman leads the firm’s business development function supporting the firm’s major markets (Defense, Security, Civil, and Commercial) and is responsible for providing clients comprehensive, innovative solutions to their most complex challenges.

Prior to this role, Ms. Portman led the firm’s enterprise integration business that focused on developing deep industry and client-specific expertise for energy, environment, transportation, health, and major Department of Defense services, departments, and agencies.

Ms. Portman also led the firm’s health business for the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), the Military Health System (MHS), and the National Institutes of Health (NIH). She also provided leadership to commercial engagements specifically in the commercial pharmaceutical and biotech sectors. She led a large group of health industry professionals focused on areas such as healthcare organization development and optimization; clinical healthcare services optimization and quality improvement, health benefits evaluation and management, and health reform.

Her team at Booz Allen has received the firm’s most prestigious honor, the Professional Excellence Award, in recognition of its outstanding service to the community for veteran issues, such as employment, community reintegration, and family support. She also served on the Advisory Board to the Business and Professional Women’s Foundation to establish a women’s veteran mentoring program.

Prior to joining Booz Allen, Ms. Portman worked as a systems and engineering program manager for TRW, and a computer specialist and intelligence analyst for the U.S. Navy. Ms. Portman is also active in the Washington, DC community. She is the Chair of the Board of Trustees for Capital Caring (formerly Capital Hospice), and has served on the Board since 2006. She is also on the Advisory Board for the Virginia Hospital Center’s Medical Brigade, a nonprofit organization serving community health needs in Latin America. She serves as a Deacon for the Vienna Presbyterian Church in Vienna, VA. She has a B.S. degree in education and an M.S. degree in management information systems, both from the University of Maryland.

For more than 75 years, Easter Seals Serving DC | MD | VA has been at the forefront of providing exceptional services to ensure that all people with disabilities or special needs and their families have equal opportunities to live, learn, work, and play in our communities. Services are delivered through a network of 19 sites where participants and their families find support, hope, medical care, and enjoyable activities. In addition to serving the overall community, Easter Seals places an emphasis on the unique needs of wounded warriors, veterans, active duty military, and their families.

Contact:
Steven Infanti
Easter Seals Serving DC | MD | VA
1420 Spring Street I
Silver Spring, MD 20910
800-886-3771
Smicommunications@earthlink.net
http://www.eseal.org

B2B Soft and Wireless One Partner on Integrated Inventory Management System for Wireless Retail

Dealer Supply Chain Automatically Streamlined Through The Wireless Standard Retail Management Platform, Maximizing Profits

New York, NY, January 20, 2014 - B2B Soft, a business-to-business software company specializing in retail management for the wireless/cellular retail industry, is pleased to announce a new partnership with Wireless One, Inc. to offer B2B Soft's Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) through the Wireless One network of wireless dealers. Wireless One distributes wireless devices and accessories and provides logistical solutions to wireless retailers.

B2B Soft's innovative VMI system remotely manages and automatically restocks inventory, saving wireless retailers time and effort. An integrated part of B2B Soft's retail management platform, Wireless Standard, VMI frees retailers from the burden of dealing with complex and constantly changing inventory, allowing them to more easily manage all aspects of their single or multi store operations with real-time management tools.

Adopted by more than 6,000 wireless dealers and master agents, B2B Soft's Wireless Standard Retail Management Platform is the wireless retail industry's premiere solution. With seamless point-of-sale transactions, streamlined store operations, inventory control, loss prevention, resource management, integrated payment solutions and powerful business intelligence, the comprehensive platform assists retailers in running their businesses more efficiently, effectively and profitably.

B2B Soft's VMI saves retailers both time and money by eliminating the need for unnecessary inventory counts and buying forecasts. Dealers are able to sell more while carrying less, as the VMI automatically weeds out dying inventory, replenishing with fresher, more suitable phones and accessories. By streamlining the supply chain, dealers can reduce ineffective inventory and
their related costs, maximizing the bottom line.

Sales data generated in B2B Soft's Wireless Standard platform is sent directly to suppliers and analyzed based upon specified criteria like inventory levels, in store sales, promotional offers, max/min quantities, etc. Purchase orders are automatically created and the appropriate inventory is automatically shipped to the retailer.

“Keeping pace with rapid changes in products and services and the ever increasing array of available devices is one of the biggest challenges facing wireless dealers,” says Gary Khabinski, B2B Soft's CEO. “With Wireless Standard's VMI, they can keep their supply chain streamlined while ensuring they can meet the demand for the latest handsets and services. It eases the constraints of carrying excessive or wrong inventory and frees their time and
resources.”

About B2B Soft
B2B Soft develops innovative software solutions for wireless and general retail markets and provides consulting services that enable growth and drive business success. With over a decade of proven experience in wireless retail, B2B Soft is a leader in building enterprise point of sale solutions that improve management and operational processes while helping companies engage their customers by providing a superior customer experience.

B2B Soft's business management services include mobilePOS, Real-time Web Reporting and Activation, Real-time Business Intelligence Analysis, Inventory Control, POS Transaction Processing, CRM (Marketing & Customer Service), Kiosk and Lobby Management, Employee Management, and Commission Reconciliation. Today, more than 6,000 wireless retailers rely on B2B Soft its Wireless Standard Retail Management Platform to make the business of doing business simpler and more profitable. Visit www.b2bsoft.com and www.wirelessstandard.com.

About Wireless One
Since 1996, Wireless One has been dedicated to providing quality products and services to wireless carriers, national retailers, MVNO's, and independent retail stores throughout North America. Wireless One provides a unique value to its partners by distributing both wireless devices and accessories. Wireless One's visibility into new devices allows it to design and build premium first-to-market accessories. Wireless One's product portfolio consists of both Wireless One manufactured devices and accessories distributed from leading OEM's such as: Body Glove , HTC, Huawei, LG, Motorola, Option, Otterbox, SanDisk, and many others..

Wireless One, Inc. Contact:
James Ferguson
Ph. 818-407-4890 x125
Email. jferguson@wirelessoneco.com

Wireless One provides an inventory of wireless products such as: New CDMA and GSM handsets, tablets, routers, refurbished devices and USB dongles. Contracts with leading wireless carriers and manufacturers allows Wireless One to custom provision, brand, kit, and package these products for our customers. www.wirelessoneco.com

Contact:
Don Rossi
VP Sales & Marketing
17 Battery Pl, Suite 715
New York, NY, USA 10004
212 742-2301 ext. 744
donrossi@b2bsoft.com
http://www.b2bsoft.com

Christina Moss Naturals Tells How to Have Younger Looking Skin Now Part 3 of a 3 Part Series

Important facts to keep in mind are that there are two ways your skin is being subjected to toxins.

Los Angeles, CA, January 19, 2014 - Christina Moss Naturals. In school you may remember learning that your skin is your body’s largest organ.

Quick Skin Detox Secrets:
Important facts to keep in mind are that there are two ways your skin is being subjected to toxins. The first is because of what goes into your body by way of the air you breathe and the food you eat, and the second is by topical exposure to toxic substances.

Breathing polluted air, smoking tobacco and eating unhealthy foods can dramatically affect your skin. The toxins from processed foods and unhealthy air enter your blood stream and can be pushed to the fatty layers of your skin where it sits and can cause stress on the organ, odd rashes and outbreaks of acne. Also, when you use chemical shampoos, conditioners, creams and soaps on your body, their toxic ingredients can be absorbed into your skin. The affect is magnified in the bath or a hot shower when your pores are relaxed and open. Skin can suck toxins right in and they become trapped in fat cells and/or take a ride through your bloodstream.

Not a pretty picture.

However, I have two skin detox tips for you. One will help your body push toxins out from the inside and the other will draw toxins out from the outside. I do not recommend using both on the same day. I do not recommend using either of them just before a date, an event, or if you are planning on having your picture taken as each will leave your skin pink. Fortunately the pinkness will go away after about an hour and it’s only due to increased blood to flood to the skins surface. It is this increased blood flow that makes it possible to push out, or draw out the toxins.

Clay Mask
Use 1 part bentonite clay mixed with 1 part apple cider vinegar. Apply to face and neck (avoiding the eyes and lips). Let dry, then re-hydrate your skin gently with lukewarm water and remove all clay. Wash your face (my facial wash is a good choice here), then apply moisturizer (again, you should try mine because it’s 100% natural).

WARNING: if you have never tried this mask you will be very impressed by the drawing and tightening action it has on your skin. It can also significantly perk up sagging skin!

NIACIN (Vitamin B3)
Niacin is not only an excellent skin detoxifier, it’s good for your heart, and it can help with headaches, anemia and tiredness. Do not take Niacin on an empty stomach. Instead, start out with 50mg near the beginning of your meal, and drink some water. Anywhere from 15 to 30 minutes your skin should flush pink and may feel itchy. Drink more water.If you are very uncomfortable, take a shower. The flush will soon pass.

If you don’t get the desired flush, try 100mg the next day using the instructions above. Do not use niacinamide as you will not get the desired pink flush. It has to be niacin.

Of course, it’s a good idea to take all essential vitamins each day if you don’t already.

So, my last detox secret is no secret at all. Besides eating fresh foods that are non-GMO and do not have chemicals added try to avoid toxic air. Also only use pure products on your hair and skin that do not contain petro-chemicals, like my brand of products, for instance. Not only do I make chemical free hair and skin care products, my moisturizer is currently ranked #1 on Amazon in the beauty section under 100% Natural Moisturizer! Here is the link:

Christina Moss Naturals all organic and 100% natural skin and hair care line actually works. They have review after review on their website of customers that have had excellent, even amazing, results with these products. They even guarantee their products and your satisfaction.

For more information and where to find Christina Moss Naturals products, go to:
Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=bl_sr_beauty?ie=UTF8&field-brandtextbin=Christina+Moss+Naturals&node=3760911

Website: www.ChristinaMossNaturals.com

YouTube: ChristinaMoss2012

Facebook: Christina Moss Naturals

If you would like to learn more about Christina Moss Naturals organic & all natural skin and hair care products, you can contact Christina Moss at christinabodina@gmail.com or visit her website at www.ChristinaMossNaturals.com. You can also reach her by phone at 818-843-3427 or by mail at 1229 N. Lamer St, Burbank, CA. 91506.

Contact:
Christina Moss
CMN LLC
1229 N. Lamer St
Burbank, CA 91506
818-843-3427
christinabodina@gmail.com
http://www.ChristinaMossNaturals.com

ChemDry of Park City is Open for Business

ChemDry of Park City is excited to announce that we have purchased the franchise rights to Morgan & Summit Counties from Pynes ChemDry.

Park City, UT, January 18, 2014 - ChemDry of Park City is excited to announce that we have purchased the franchise rights to Morgan & Summit Counties from Pynes ChemDry. Pynes ChemDry has been serving and providing high quality carpet cleaning in Park City and the surrounding areas for over 30 years. And we look forward to continuing that same great care and service.

ChemDry is the nation’s leading carpet and upholstery cleaning franchise system. And is a franchise brand that’s always been committed to environmentally safe products. The commitment exemplified by the company’s patented “green” carbonated cleaning solution, has never wavered. “We like to say that ChemDry was green when green was just a color,” said Dan Tarantin, president and CEO. ChemDry uses all natural, green certified cleaning solutions and patented equipment to clean a wide array of floor surfaces such as rugs, carpet, stone and tile as well as other surfaces including upholstery. Serving both the residential and commercial markets.

ChemDry’s hot carbonating extraction method uses 80% less water than steam cleaning, so it’s better for the environment. And its primary cleaning solution, The Natural, is safe and non-toxic for kids and pets. In contrast, steam cleaning uses soaps and detergents that can leave behind a residue that can trigger allergies and attract dirt, and the excessive water used in steam cleaning creates a breeding ground for mold and mildew.

ChemDry has built a reputation as a trusted, respected brand due to outstanding products, such as its Pet Urine & Odor Removal (PURT) treatment formulated not to merely mask scents but attack the chemical bonds that cause dried urine crystals to cling to surfaces, destroying the source of the stain and smell. ChemDry also uses a range of solutions to clean tile and stone floors, returning them to new condition; has achieved the highest customer satisfaction and customer repeat levels in the industry; and has been Entrepreneur Magazine’s top-rated floor surface cleaning franchise for 25 years in a row.

Contact:
Daryl Olsen
ChemDry of Park City
1776 Park Ave # 4-336
Park City, UT 84060
(435)649-0400
darylo@mrcd.com
http://www.chem-dry.net/parkcity.ut

The Recent Cold Weather Leads To Freeze Damage

Frigid temperature are hard on animals, equipment and yes our indoor plumbing. When temperature fall to single digits for a few days in a row it is common to have some frozen pipes.

Centerville, UT, January 17, 2014 - Frigid temperature are hard on animals, equipment and yes our indoor plumbing. When temperature fall to single digits for a few days in a row it is common to have some frozen pipes. The plumbing that is most vulnerable is in attics, crawl spaces and exterior walls. Even with cold temperatures, it is not predictable when freeze damage will occur. A pipe that freezes in an exterior wall may have been there for many years or even decades, and even survived similar cold temperatures many times before. So what is different this time? Maybe the temperature, maybe the wind direction or velocity? A recent example is a student dorm at Snow College in Ephraim Utah. A fire suppression sprinkler head froze in an interior hallway. the hallway is not heated, but it in the middle of the building. There was a slight gap under the exterior door that allowed a small amount of cold air under the door. Hard to imagine that the air temperature in the hallway would get cold enough to freeze the sprinkler head.

Daryl Olsen of the Flood Co. in northern Utah shares another example, he says: "It was in a newer home in Draper Utah in a West facing wall of a walk out basement. The pipe that froze was protected with 7 inches of blown in fiberglass insulation. There had been some strong winds with the cold temperatures. It was curious that a pipe that was so well protected and insulated could freeze."

Although many freeze events cannot be predicted, here are a few suggestions to help prevent freeze damage:

Insulate any plumbing in an attic or crawl space

Keep the heat on in the property

Open cabinet doors and access doors to allow warmer air to the plumbing connections.

Disconnect hoses from any outdoor faucets

Freeze damage can not always be predicted or prevented. If it does happen, get help to make sure your have identified all of the dampness and are able to dry everything quickly enough to avoid greater damage.

Should you find yourself with water damage, don't try to clean it up yourself. Water damage should be taken care of by a professional. Call The Flood Co for your Northern Utah water damage restoration event.

Contact:
Daryl Olsen
The Flood Co.
1164 West 850 North
Centerville, Utah 84014
866-400-7762
darylo@mrcd.com
http://www.thefloodco.com

“Adventures in Brew” Chooses CrowdBrewed.com Crowdfunding Platform to Cast Off On a Beer-Centric Road Trip to Craft Breweries

“Adventures in Brew” is partnering with Black Dog Promotions in a fundraising campaign that will take the beer show across America.

Chandler, AZ/Denver, CO, January 15, 2014 - The hit web show “Adventures in Brew” has been a crowd favorite ever since it hit the air in early 2013. James Swann is the host and beer expert behind “Adventures in Brew” and his decades of beer knowledge and beer brewing experience encompass a love of beer that began back in England where Swann grew up. “I’ve grown up working in bars, restaurants and pubs all my life,” stated Swann. His vast experience in brewing will undoubtedly catapult “Adventures in Brew” to the head of the class of special interest shows.

Instead of going with Kickstarter, Adventures in Brew chose the CrowdBrewed.com platform to launch their fundraising campaign. “The crowdfunding is like Kickstarter, but it’s only focused on the craft beer industry, so this is really exciting,” said Swann. “When we’re on the road, we’ll have the chance to visit craft breweries all over and discover what makes them special, we’ll conduct interviews, play beer challenge games and get to know brew masters from across the country.”

Those wishing to support Adventures In Brew’s crowd funding campaign can learn more and make a pledge at https://crowdbrewed.com/rewards/campaigns/adventures-in-brew/

“Adventures in Brew” has partnered with Black Dog Promotions and its CEO and Founder, Scott Kelly for marketing and public relations to launch the show on a national basis and get it out on the road. Kelly said, “Viewers and fans have already been very receptive to ‘Adventures in Brew.’ Not only is it educational, but it’s a completely fun romp, from start to finish. James Swann is likeable and so knowledgeable about beer, that we expect that audiences will always want to tune in to see what kind of craziness is taking place. We feel that CrowdBrewed.com is the perfect place to kick off our crowdfunding endeavors.”

The part of the country where the crowdfunding comes from is where the funds will be spent. “For instance, if a bunch of people in a particular area of Colorado get together and fund, we’ll be off to Colorado to do the show,” Swann stated. “Personally, I would lean towards San Diego and moving up to Orange County and around Denver Colorado, but it’s really up to those people who help fund the show. If they decide we should be in Florida, then that’s where we’ll go.” Travel expenses and a production crew will all be specific expenses paid for by crowdfunding money. “It’s going to be a blast and everywhere that we’ve done a show so far; the feedback has been phenomenal.

CrowdBrewed.com has become the “de facto” standard for craft beer crowdfunding ever since USA TODAY ran an article in August 2012, touting the company as “the first-ever crowdfunding site designed specifically for craft beer entrepreneurs.” CrowdBrewed was created to provide a secure, transparent platform for companies to obtain the financing they need to grow their businesses. At the same time, investors can use CrowdBrewed to invest in companies in the fast-growing and exciting craft beer industry.

CrowdBrewed.com is a donation/reward crowdfunding platform for craft brewers and beer industry affiliates who want to raise money for just about anything as it relates to beer. Specially-targeted fundraising campaigns are created to tell the story to a crowd of potential donors and supporters in exchange for a reward or product. Their site is where others can discover new beers, learn about brewing and get involved in the industry.

Black Dog Promotions is a media and business development agency and also provides digital marketing and publicity, consulting for regional and national brands. Black Dog’s team has a long history of success in the entertainment, sports and the technology and finance industries. They have taken companies from concept to millions of dollars in sales and billions of dollars in market capitalization. Find out more at www.BlackDogPromotions.com – The Intersection of PR, Digital Marketing and Sales.

Contact:
Scott Kelly
Black Dog Promotions
9920 S. Rural Rd., Ste 108
Tempe, AZ 85284
480-206-3435
scott@blackdogpromotions.com
http://www.blackdogpromotions.com

Nigerian Super Star Dilly Dante Releases New Dance Hall Hit

Dilly Dante, in collaboration with Okaome, revs up the Nigerian music industry with the release of “Rupepe.”

London, UK, January 15, 2014 - Over the years, African music has beautifully evolved into a cultural treasure that can be enjoyed worldwide. Dilly Dante, who hails from Enugu State Nigeria, has added his own flavour of authentic African music to the genre with the introduction of his new track, “Rupepe.”

Dilly Dante was signed on by Okaome Records recently, to bring his complex and upbeat music to audiences across the world. His song title, “Rupepe,” literally translates to mean, “the movement of the lower body.” “There really isn’t a more apt name for this song. Every time I hear it, I can’t help but start moving and singing along. Dilly Dante is one of the best discoveries in the African music scene that I’ve seen in a long time,” said Dante’s manager at Okaome Records.

Rupepe was produced by NERUZ. The song comes with an amazing video by a fast-rising music director /editor, Sir Russell 9ja Knight, who produces highly popular films in Nigeria. Sir Russell has a unique way of translating music to video art. In the reviews of the video created for Dante, it was clearly noted that Sir Russell is indeed a very good cinematographer. “It was an honour to work with such an esteemed leader in the Nigerian film industry. His talent shows in the video, as it does in everything he works on,” said Dilly Dante when asked about his experience working with Sir Russell.

This Nigerian music style that is typically referred to as Rupepe has true African heritage, and keeps listeners dancing with its fun percussion and rhythm. Dilly Dante’s version of Rupepe is a great song, and the video should not be missed by fans.

Not only does the video include Dante and his impressive vocal talents, but it also features one of Nigeria's finest song writers and singers, Blackfacenaija, who is a former member of the group Plantashumboiz, consisting of 2 Face Idibia and Face.

Also included in the team that worked to create this song is Honeyplu, a beautiful young performer who has amazing lyrical content and vocal range

For more information, please contact: Benedict Nosike, b(dot)nosike(at)siilkproperties(dot)co(dot)uk , 44 785 284 0527
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=luoYN_tEN9c

Contact:
Benedict Nosike
Benedict Nosike
58 Penywern Road
London England SW59SX UK
447852840527
b.nosike@siilkproperties.co.uk
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=luoYN_tEN9c

Long Term Care Insurance Prices Drop For Men, Rise Slightly For Couples

A healthy 55-year-old man can expect to pay 15 percent less for long term care insurance coverage compared to last year.

Los Angeles, January 14, 2014 - A healthy 55-year-old man can expect to pay 15 percent less for long term care insurance coverage compared to last year. A married couple, both age-60, faces a seven percent increase according to a just-published report.

"Costs have risen slightly for couples, increased more significantly for single women but have actually decreased for men reports Jesse Slome, director of the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance (AALTCI) a national trade group.

According to the AALTCI 2014 Long-Term Care Insurance Price Index, the average cost for a 55-year-old male purchasing $164,000 of long-term care insurance protection is $925 a year. Equal coverage for a single woman costs $1,225. Leading insurers began charging women higher premiums in 2013. "Women account for two-thirds of the $6.6 billion in claims paid by insurers last year," Slome acknowledged.

A 60-year old couple each purchasing $164,000 of current protection that will grow to $730,000 combined when both reach age 80, will pay an average of $3,840 yearly, a three percent increase over the prior year's average. "Adding an inflation growth option builds your benefits over time but it can double the base cost of coverage," Slome adds.

"Insurers offer a variety of discounts and options that can enable an individual to reduce the cost of protection," explains Tracy Russo, Partner at The National LTC Education Center. "Today there are more choices available for consumers to protect against the very real risk of needing care." Russo notes that it's best to plan in your mid-40s to mid-60s.

According to AALTCI, costs for policy coverage vary significantly from one insurer to the next. "The typical difference is around 80 percent but in certain cases one insurer charged 109 percent more than another industry leader," states Nicole Marchand, LTC Case Design Specialist at HTA Financial Services, a leading Long-Term Care Insurance Brokerage firm headquartered in West Chester, PA. "We can no longer assume which carriers will offer the most favorable rates. We research every carrier for each client to provide the best solution at a reasonable price."

Individuals interested in learning more or seeking long term care insurance costs can contact the American Association for Long Term Care Insurance by calling 818-597-3227 or visit the organization's website www.aaltci.org to read free consumer tips or call HTA Financial at 888-430-6650.

Contact:
Jesse Slome
AALTCI
3835 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd. Suite 336
Westlake Village, CA 91362
818-597-3227
jslome@aaltci.org
http://www.aaltci.org

GiftWorksPlus Offers Tips for Wrapping Up the Holiday Season

GiftWorksPlus.com offers a full line of custom picture frames perfect for capturing and displaying holiday memories throughout the year and a blog full of resources and information.

Waukesha, WI, January 11, 2014 - As the holiday season comes to a close, there are gifts to sort, thank-you cards to send, decorations to put away, and many pictures to look through. GiftWorksPlus, the leader in personalized picture frames, offers customers a few tips on wrapping up the holiday season and capturing memories for years to come.

At GiftWorksPlus.com, the custom gift and engraved frame company’s blog has given several helpful guides during the holidays, including:

* Tips for Wrapping Presents

* Tips for Capturing Great Holiday Photographs

* Tips for Taking Snowy Day Pictures

Now, as the winter holiday celebrations end, it is the perfect time to review the photographs of family and friends, scenery, and those Christmas decorations pictures. Choose favorite photos that highlight special moments and friends to exhibit in a family room or to send to loved ones and holiday hosts as thank-you gifts.

Give special treatment to top pictures by visiting www.GiftWorksPlus.com and selecting engraved wooden frames to display the images and cherished memories. From Baby’s First Christmas and holiday-specific gifts to winter-themed alderwood frames, GiftWorksPlus has a complete online catalog of unique, one-of-a-kind custom picture frames and picture framing ideas.

Based in Waukesha, Wisconsin, GiftWorksPlus offers an ever-increasing selection of engraved picture frames and picture gifts perfect for any occasion. All products are proudly made in the USA with each one crafted with care. Special requests and custom orders are always welcome at GiftWorksPlus. Personalization is free, shipping for orders over $50 is free, and customer satisfaction is guaranteed.

Contact:
Karla Jordan
GiftWorksPlus
N15 W22218 Watertown Rd. #5
Waukesha, WI 53186
888-456-9878
pr@brandography.mobi
http://www.giftworksplus.com

2nd Largest Privately Owned Truckload Carrier Gives Source Intelligence MSDS Contract

U.S. Xpress Enterprises, Inc. is the latest global brand to entrust Source Intelligence® to take-on their material safety data sheet management requirement under the Occupational Health and Safety Administration’s standard.

Chattanooga, TN, January 09, 2014 - U.S. Xpress Enterprises, Inc. is the latest global brand to entrust Source Intelligence® to take-on their material safety data sheet management requirement under the Occupational Health and Safety Administration’s (OSHA) 29 CFR 1910.1200 standard (HazCom 2012) and, where applicable, the current standard (HazCom 1994).

“OSHA’s final rule combines the Hazard Communication Standard with the Globally Harmonized System of Chemical Classification and Labeling (GHS)”, explained Scott Hepner, Director of Source Intelligence’s Environmental Health and Safety Compliance Solutions. "Source Intelligence® serves a stable of industry leaders like U.S. Xpress with a comprehensive compliance solution that addresses Hazard classification, Labeling and marking, Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) Management, and information distribution and training. Importantly, MSDS compliance is just one application of Source Intelligence’s® robust environmental, social and sustainability compliance platform.”

“U.S. Xpress is committed to excellence and believes in setting high standards for our company and our employees,” commented Amy Lokken, Vice President, Safety, “To provide superior service to our customers we sought a new generation compliance platform that integrated technology and environmental experts available 24/7 that could handle our MSDS compliance and expand into other compliance programs for regulated materials up and down the entire supply chain. Source Intelligence’s® solution and team of experts offered exactly what we were looking for.”

Beginning November 2013, U.S. Xpress and Source Intelligence® entered a multi-year contract moving from training on the new label elements and MSDS format to complying with all modified provisions of the final rule by December 1, 2015 when distributors may no longer ship products labeled by manufacturers under the old system.

About U.S. Xpress Enterprises:
Founded in 1985, U.S. Xpress Enterprises is the nation’s second largest privately owned truckload carrier, providing a wide variety of transportation solutions throughout North America. We are committed to being at the forefront of safety compliance, using comprehensive training for our staff and drivers and ensuring our trucks feature the latest safety innovations.

With a dedication to minimizing our impact on the environment, U.S. Xpress is a SmartWay Transport Partner and was honored with a 2009 SmartWay Environmental Excellence Award. U.S. Xpress Enterprises affiliates include Arnold Transportation Services, Total Transportation of Mississippi, Xpress Global Systems and Xpress Internacional. For more information, please visit www.usxpress.com.

About Source Intelligence®:
Source Intelligence®, a Source 44 Company, is a data acquisition and analytics company that combines the best of cloud-based technology with a 24/7 Engagement Team to give organizations visibility into sustainability, environmental and social factors, such as carbon emissions, hazardous chemicals or illegal sourcing practices, that can create operational risks in costs, product and reputation.

Our technology platform for sustainability, environmental and social compliance programs empowers our customers to meet policy requirements, mitigate operational and brand risk, and enable strategic decisions.

Founded in 2009 by career experts in environmental solutions and cloud-based platforms for data acquisition, analytics and strategic decision-making, Source Intelligence® has grown to a 100-person operation servicing 6 diverse industries with 4 core services.

Source Intelligence® is headquartered in new, expanded facilities in Carlsbad, CA.

Contact:
Scott Hepner
Source Intelligence
1921 Palomar Oaks Way Suite #205
Carlsbad, CA 92011
877-916-6337
shepner@sourceintelligence.com
http://www.sourceintelligence.com

StartLine Racing Partners with Black Dog Promotions to Kick Off 2014 Race Season

Make Fitness Part of Your Routine in 2014 With StartLine Racing’s Series Races

Tempe, AZ, January 08, 2014 — StartLine Racing, a local race company is teaming up with Black Dog Promotions for the 2014 race season. The StartLine Race calendar is now available with Going the Distance Series -Half Marathon & 5K at Reach 11 Sports Complex - Phoenix on March 29, 2014 as the first stop of the race season. The Going the Distance series kicks off an exciting season of over 20 races lined up for the next year.

“StartLine Racing is excited about our new partnership with Black Dog Promotions,” said StartLine Racing CEO, Jeff Crane. “The ability to take our events to the next level and offer an even higher quality race day experience is what drives our company.“

“We are thrilled to be partnering with StartLine. Their fantastic race experiences and leading edge timing technology create great opportunities for athletes of all levels. We are looking forward to the 2014 race season. ” said Black Dog Promotions CEO, Scott Kelly.

StartLine Racing stands out from other race companies with an amazing race day experience for the individual at each and every race. StartLine Racing, uses the best technology for scoring, ensuring that one mile is actually one mile, and Jaguar Timing system with instant results for participants, giving them instant gratification about their performance on race day.

“2014 is shaping up to be very exciting,” Crane said. “We are working with some amazing race partners to put on some awesome events, with over 20 events this year, including the return of the Run FORE Cancer on September 21st and the Miles FORE Kids on November 15th. We will be hosting our first triathlon and first half marathon in March, and our first full marathon in April. We will also be kicking off TWO new five race series: our Summer Sun Riser Series and the TroonFIT Running on the Links Series in the Fall. Overall it is going to be an amazing year!”

About StartLine Racing:
StartLine Racing was created in 2013 to give every runner the best possible Race Day experience each and every time. Whether it is a charity race of 100 participants or an event of 10,000, all events are judged by the experience that each individual participant walks away with on that day. We make it our goal to provide the best service and experience to EACH participant EVERY time!

StartLine Racing uses the latest technology and highest quality products on the market to give you the best experience every time. Using the Jaguar Timing System we have eliminated the need for mats or ramps at your Start/Finish line while offering participants REAL TIME, IMMEDIATE streaming results both online and onsite.

Come see how StartLine Racing can make your next race your best race! https://startlineracing.com

For race or series sponsorship and partner opportunities, contact Scott Kelly at scott@blackdogpromotions.com

About Black Dog Promotions:
Black Dog Promotions is a media and business development agency and also provides digital marketing and publicity consulting for regional and national brands. Black Dog’s team has a long history of success in the entertainment, sports, technology and finance industries. We have taken companies from concept to millions of dollars in sales and billions of dollars in market capitalization. Black Dog Promotions understands how to help business expand and reach their goals.

Visit http://www.blackdogpromotions.com/

Contact:
Scott Kelly
Black Dog Promotions
9920 S. Rural Rd., Ste 108
Tempe, AZ 85284
480-206-3435
scott@blackdogpromotions.com
http://www.blackdogpromotions.com

Cochlear Highlights Five Ways Treatment for Hearing Loss Can Change a Person’s Life

From health, to work, to home-life and more, people who seek solutions and treatment for hearing loss have everything to gain

Centennial, CO, January 07, 2013 – Hearing loss is the third most common health condition in the United States, affecting more than 38 million Americans. It can happen to anyone and can occur at any stage of life, negatively affecting everything from work-life to home-life, relationships with friends and family and even mental and emotional health.ii It is for these reasons and many more that Cochlear, the world’s leading implantable hearing solutions company, has released five ways that advanced treatment for hearing loss may be able to transform a person’s life.

With the latest in hearing technology, including cochlear implants and bone conduction systems, those with hearing loss now have the opportunity to enhance their world. Below are five ways that the introduction of sound may be able to transform an individual’s life:

1. Health. Fatigue, tension, stress, depression and even dementiaiv are all physical symptoms cited by experts as ailments linked to hearing loss. From an emotional perspective, people with hearing loss may experience irritability, anger, negativism and diminished psychological health.v However, the good news is when the ability to hear is regained, overall physical and psychological health can be improved.

2. Career. Reduced job performance and earning potential – and the resulting loss of identity and self-esteem – are also effects of hearing loss. The ability for an individual with hearing loss to carry out assigned tasks in a workplace environment can be severely hampered by factors such as background noise, acoustics and unfamiliarity with surroundings. Treatment for hearing loss often helps individuals feel more confident and prepared when they are on the job.

3. Daily Conveniences. Difficulty hearing the TV, alarm clock, radio, conversations over the phone or the words of another person are not just inconveniences but also potentially life-changing challenges that can lead to embarrassment, anxiety and even social withdrawal. People who struggle with these challenges due to difficulties with hearing loss may be able to overcome these everyday obstacles by seeking treatment for their hearing loss.

4. Special Moments. Be it the crack of a bat at a little league game, the soft serenade of wedding music, or collective laughter of friends at a dinner party, many of life’s most wonderful moments can be missed due to hearing loss. This can lead to feelings of isolation and depression. Improved hearing can allow individuals to participate more in life and better enjoy the special moments.

5. Relationships. The inability to share intimate conversations or treasured moments because communication through conversation has been lost may be one of the most devastating effects of hearing impairment. Improved hearing through treatment options, like a cochlear implant or bone conduction system, can afford individuals the opportunity to be more fully engaged with those special people in their life.

As the industry pioneer, Cochlear is a trusted partner in helping individuals better understand the science behind treatments for hearing loss, specifically relating to hearing implants. For those who have questions or are interested in learning more, Cochlear offers a Concierge service, allowing people considering the solutions to be counseled by a licensed audiologist who is also a cochlear implant recipient or a parent of a cochlear implant recipient. Speak directly with the Concierge by phone at 1-800-483-3123, chat online or email Concierge@Cochlear.com.

About Cochlear Implants:
Cochlear implants are a proven medical option for infants as young as 12 months old with profound hearing loss, children aged two and older with severe to profound hearing loss, and adults with moderate-to-profound hearing loss. These devices bypass damaged portions of the inner ear and directly stimulate the hearing nerve, or cochlea.

About Bone Conduction Systems
Bone conduction systems are a proven medical option for adults and children with conductive hearing loss, mixed hearing loss, and single-sided sensorineural deafness and meet the candidacy criteria. Using bone conduction instead of air conduction to interpret sound, the Baha® System does not amplify sound like a hearing aid; it bypasses the outer and middle ear and uses the natural conductive properties of bone to transfer sound.

About Cochlear:
Cochlear is the global leader in implantable hearing solutions. It has a dedicated global team of more than 2,500 people who deliver the gift of sound to those with hearing loss in over 100 countries. Its vision is to connect people, young and old, to a world of sound by offering life enhancing hearing solutions.

The Cochlear promise of “Hear now. And always” embodies the company’s commitment to providing its recipients with the best possible hearing performance today and for the rest of their lives. For over 30 years, Cochlear has helped hundreds of thousands of people either hear for the first time or reconnect them to their families, friends, workplaces and communities.

For more information, visit Cochlear.com/US.

Contact:
Kerri Lewandowski
Cochlear Americas
13059 E. Peakview Avenue
Centennial, CO 80111 USA
303-264-2333
KLewandowski@Cochlear.com
http://www.Cochlear.com

CU Anschutz Medical Campus Enterprise Launches Revolutionary Drug Test That Takes the Guesswork Out of Drug Use and Misuse

New Urine Drug Testing Technology Will Fundamentally Change the Way Pain Management and Addiction Treatment Industries Manage Patients

Denver, CO, January 7, 2014 — For the first time, treatment providers will be able to see a complete picture of their patients’ drug use and misuse using a revolutionary new drug test developed by CU Toxicology, a newly launched enterprise of the University of Colorado School of Medicine’s Department of Anesthesiology. This non-profit laboratory on the CU Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, Colo., has developed a groundbreaking and highly sensitive urine drug testing technology that confidently reveals greater than five times more drug use than any urine drug screen on the market.

“Polypharmacy, or the use of multiple drugs at once, is the newest American epidemic; more than one in five U.S. citizens are using three or more prescription drugs, and more than one in 10 are using five or more,” said Jeffrey Galinkin, MD, chief medical officer of CU Toxicology and professor of anesthesiology and pediatrics at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. “Combine that with the fact that drug overdose death rates in the U.S. have more than tripled since 1990, and it’s clear the industry is in crisis and desperately needs a more comprehensive urine drug test, like CU Toxicology’s, to get a true picture of the issues.”

Industry standard drug screens typically identify between six and 19 drug classes and require treatment professionals to request a second step to confirm results. This cost-prohibitive and time-intensive process also relies on treatment professionals to pick and choose the drugs they want screened, which leads to unsuspected drugs being missed.

CU Toxicology’s complete drug discovery technology identifies and confirms more than 500 prescription, illicit and over-the-counter drugs in one test, giving treatment professionals a more complete picture of their patients’ polypharmacy or multiple drug use. In addition, the highly sensitive test catches drug use that slips under the radar in industry standard drug screens.

For example, the test’s lower sensitivity allows CU Toxicology to identify drug use that is below the standard screen cutoff. In one study, the test reported twice as many positive reports for cocaine, and three times as many positive reports for codeine as a standard screen. In total, CU Toxicology’s complete drug discovery technology reports five times more positive results due to increased sensitivity and a larger catalog of tested drugs.

“Until this point, treatment professionals have treated the trunk without knowing that they’re looking at an elephant,” said Dr. Galinkin. “Industry standard drug screens only catch a fraction of the drugs that are used by pain management and addiction treatment patients, which can lead to ineffective treatment and adverse drug events, such as overdose.”

For several of CU Toxicology’s clients, the test has had a significant impact:

The test has vastly improved Kaiser Permanente Colorado’s pain management and chemical dependency screening process by providing results that are far more detailed and useful to its physicians.

According to Charles Park, MD, a psychiatrist at several Denver-based methadone clinics and owner of his own addiction treatment center, CU Toxicology has helped him discover significant drug use he did not expect to see and would not have known to ask for in confirmation tests.

By employing CU Toxicology’s urine drug test, the practitioners at the Chronic Opiates Clinic at the University of Colorado Hospital were able to precisely identify positive amounts of cocaine at lower concentration levels that were missed using standard drug screens.

Urine drug testing is a standard practice in a variety of treatment settings, including addiction treatment, pain management and employment assessment to verify patient compliance with prescribed medication and to detect misuse of prescription or illicit substances.

“Treatment professionals simply cannot afford to miss multiple drug use in their patients—the stakes are too high,” said Dr. Galinkin. “CU Toxicology’s drug test is the first in the industry that allows treatment professionals to treat with an accurate, complete picture of drug use. It takes the guesswork out of the process.”

CU Toxicology has developed a white paper, “Flying Blind. Traditional UDT: Irrelevant In a Polypharmacy World,” which highlights the reasons traditional urine drug screen technology has become increasingly irrelevant and unreliable as rates of polypharmacy have risen. The white paper is available for download at www.cutoxicology.org/white_paper.

CU Toxicology is a non-profit public/private enterprise of the University of Colorado School of Medicine. Using proprietary technology developed in the School of Medicine’s Department of Anesthesiology, CU Toxicology offers urine drug testing services to addiction treatment facilities, pain management centers, emergency departments and other medical and clinical settings that require accurate, complete results.

About CU Toxicology:
CU Toxicology’s urine drug test identifies significantly more polypharmacy than standard screens, taking the guesswork out of drug use and misuse. Using revolutionary complete drug discovery technology that was developed at the University of Colorado School of Medicine, CU Toxicology measures and confirms the presence of more than 500 prescription, illegal and over-the-counter drugs. CU Toxicology is a non-profit national reference laboratory that is CAP/CLIA accredited and HIPAA compliant. Visit www.cutoxicology.org for more information.

About the University of Colorado School of Medicine:
Faculty at the University Of Colorado School Of Medicine work to advance science and improve care. These faculty members include physicians, educators and scientists at University of Colorado Hospital, Children’s Hospital Colorado, Denver Health, National Jewish Health, and the Denver Veterans Affairs Medical Center. The school is located on the Anschutz Medical Campus, one of four campuses in the University of Colorado system. To learn more about the medical school’s care, education, research and community engagement, please visit its web site. For additional news and information, please visit the University of Colorado Denver newsroom.

Contact:
Molly Koch
Communications Strategy Group
3225 East 2nd Avenue
Denver, CO 80206
303-433-7020
mkoch@csg-pr.com
http://www.csg-pr.com

Multishoring.info to launch IT support of Small systems worldwide

Multishoring.info, the largest Polish nearshore and offshore provider, has just launched IT support of small systems for the companies worldwide.

London, UK, January 07, 2014 - Multishoring.info, the largest Polish nearshore and offshore provider, has just launched IT support of small systems for the companies worldwide.

Having several small IT systems that do not qualify for a large IT support contract because of their size can be a real nagging pain in the neck. The solution for that to the companies worldwide has just been presented by Multishoring.info, the largest Polish nearshore and offshore provider.

IT support can be provided – depending on the type of systems to be covered by technical support – in two ways. The first one is designed for IT systems that require no special knowledge apart from their names, the use of the technology and how and where to log in to them in the event of failure or a need for modifications.

"In this case you can buy a number of working hours per month, to be determined based on your previous experience with the technical care of these IT systems. Multishoring.info takes action within a few hours of the moment when the client lets us know about a system failure or a need to modify the system. If the volume of work in a given month exceeds the purchased working time, you pay only for the additional time," explained Andrzej Biesiekirski, CEO at Multishoring.info.

The second way is designed for IT systems that require some knowledge and constant low profile maintenance. In this case the client can also buy a defined and guaranteed number of working hours. This allows Multishoring.info to maintain constant knowledge of the supported IT systems and to perform regular maintenance work to prevent any potential problems. However, if an unexpected incident happens anyway, or you need to modify the system, then you have IT staff on hand that will perform the task. And you pay additionally just for this extra work on solving the problem or introducing the necessary changes.

IT support and maintenance operations are carried out to the companies worldwide remotely by Multishoring.info Technical Support & Maintenance department within Multishoring.info's business hours. This, however, can be modified and adjusted to the client's business hours, depending on the scale of the IT support contract.

"By offering IT support of small IT systems we also want to encourage companies from around the world to take advantage of our IT support and maintenance services for their larger systems. They can easily test the quality of our nearshore and offshore services by entrusting us with the IT support of their less important systems. When they realize that it works well and costs half of what they have paid so far, it may be easier for them to entrust us with the IT support of their more critical systems too," added Andrzej Biesiekirski.

Learn details on the IT support offering of Multishoring.info at: http://multishoring.info/services/software-support-and-maintenance/ and http://multishoring.info/services/it-support-of-small-systems/.

About Multishoring.info
Multishoring.info is the largest organisation of IT consultants specialising in nearshore and offshore IT development in Poland. The company's offer is addressed to organisations from all over Europe which seek to reduce the costs of IT projects by having them implemented in countries characterised by lower costs, but at the same time culturally and geographically close. Multishoring.info specialises in Cloud Enablement & Development, Mobile App Dev, Application Integration using several platforms (Microsoft, IBM, Oracle, Tibco), managing the development and support of existing applications in virtually any technology and reducing your IT costs.

More information: http://www.multishoring.co.uk.

Contact:
PR Solutions
Multishoring Ltd.
590 Kingston Road
London SW20 8DN
48 12 444 13 14
info@prsolutions.pl
http://www.prsolutions.pl

Harley-Davidson and other companies Take Part in the "Freedom in Business" Conference

The event took place in December at AuraPortal's Houten headquarters (Holland) with Harley-Davidson, Zon IQ and Syntens

Woburn, MA, January 06, 2013 – AURA (www.auraportal.com), a global provider of AuraPortal. Business Process Management (BPM) software, has announced the success of its participation in the "Freedom in Business" conference organized at its Houten offices (Holland) on November 29.

AuraPortal has been distinguished with great advantage over its competitors by Ovum in its Decision Matrix report and by other renowned analyst firms.

Harley-Davidson, Zon IQ and Syntens also collaborated in the event.

The aim of the conference was to outline the current situation in the business environment and its challenges:

- How to cope with change and stay at the forefront of the industry
- How to be innovative with management processes
- The future development of BPM
- AuraPortal's contribution to help achieve these objectives

The AuraPortal presentation was titled "Roadmap for BPMS" and, once again, its advanced BPMS features were made evident through a live demonstration of the automation of a complete process in just thirty minutes; as was its responsiveness to all types of organization, regardless of the business sector and the scale of operations.

About AURA (www.auraportal.com)
AURA is a global BPM (Business Process Management) software 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.

AURA has a presence in 40 countries with more than 300 customers including, among others: Walmart, Toyota, General Motors, Pemex (Petroleos Mexicanos), Carrefour, ArcelorMittal, PepsiCo, Coca-Cola, Danone, INCAE, Kimberly-Clark, Yamaha,Royal KPN, Bristol-Myers Squibb, etc., as well as many Government Agencies and Departments in several countries. All of these customers benefit from maintenance contracts.

Its headquarters are in Europe (Spain and Holland) with an executive branch in North America (Florida). It also has offices in several countries and a vast network of partners who locally attend customers throughout the world.

Contact:
Nina Moon
AuraPortal
400 Trade Center
Woburn, MA 01801-7472
978-808-6340
info@auraportal.com
http://www.auraportal.com

Christina Moss Naturals Tells How to Have Younger Looking Skin Now Part 2 of a 3 Part Series

There are hundreds of moisturizers and facial masks to choose from, all conveniently available to you on store shelves and the internet.

Los Angeles, CA, January 01, 2014 - How to Brighten Your Skin ? Christina Moss Naturals. There are hundreds of moisturizers and facial masks to choose from, all conveniently available to you on store shelves and the internet. The advertising world abounds with TV commercials, videos, and magazine articles featuring endorsements by celebrities, skin doctors, and supermodels. And they are each paid handsomely to endorse products that claim to be natural but are actually chock full of harmful petrochemicals.

By far, the fastest way to obtain fresher and younger looking skin is an excellent and all natural moisturizer such as our 5-Star moisturizer, Christina Moss Naturals. As mentioned in the first article in this series, you should use a truly natural moisturizer twice each day, morning and night. But in addition to mentioning skin hydration, today I want to talk about an amazing facial mask that will help brighten your skin, even out discolorations, and it can be made by you quickly and easily using ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen.

SKIN BRIGHTENING MASK
2 Tablespoons of white rice flour
1 Teaspoon baking soda
1 Teaspoon coconut flour
2 Tablespoons of warm milk

Measure and mix the first three ingredients in a small glass or ceramic bowl. Warm 2 tablespoons of milk in the microwave for a few seconds, or place it in a small pot and warm it briefly on the stovetop. Don’t just add all of the milk to the dry ingredients. Instead gradually mix the milk in until a smooth paste is formed that isn’t drippy. Using the back of a spoon, apply the paste to your clean face avoiding the eyes and lips. Leave the paste on for 30 minutes, then gently wash off, cleanse face and pat dry with a clean towel. Immediately apply an all natural moisturizer such as Christina Moss Naturals Moisturizer to maintain skin hydration. Use this mask twice weekly and enjoy the brightening effect it has on your skin.

Stay tuned for the next in this series: How to Have Younger Looking Skin Now, Part 2.

Christina Moss Naturals all organic and 100% natural skin and hair care line actually works. They have review after review on their website of customers that have had excellent, even amazing, results with these products. They even guarantee their products and your satisfaction.

For more information and where to find Christina Moss Naturals products, go to:

Amazon:
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If you would like to learn more about Christina Moss Naturals organic & all natural skin and hair care products, you can contact Christina Moss at christinabodina@gmail.com or visit her website at www.ChristinaMossNaturals.com. You can also reach her by phone at 818-843-3427 or by mail at 1229 N. Lamer St, Burbank, CA. 91506.

Contact:
Christina Moss
CMN LLC
1229 N. Lamer St
Burbank, CA 91506
818-843-3427
christinabodina@gmail.com
http://www.ChristinaMossNaturals.com

LJM Developments CEO, Liaquat Mian, bullish on US and Canadian markets for 2014/15

World economies and global real-estate to follow suit with sustained growth of North American markets

Burlington, ON, December 30, 2013 - LJM Developments CEO, Liaquat Mian, puts the DOW Jones Industrial Average at 20,000 by the end of 2015 and foresees positive performance by blue chip stocks through 2014.

“I am bullish on North American stock markets as there is currently a lot of liquidity and room for blue-chip share price growth” says Mian. He argues that the stock market comeback in the US is just beginning with sizeable movements projected in most blue-chip stocks as their P/E ratios are still quite cheap, prompting many private and institutional investors to make strategic moves back into certain industries. In particular, industries projected to benefit from this movement, will be Technology, Oil and Gas, Banks and Financial services.

Mian believes there will be further growth in global markets in the next 24 months as the European Union and other western nations follow suit with stimulus spending. It is widely believed that America’s early movement to provide stimulus spending and interest rate slashing during the economic meltdown of 2008-09 led to the US economy’s modestly paced recovery, while other major financial centers in Europe and abroad still lag behind. Yet as the rest of the western nations further implement similar packages, there is room for growth in those markets.

On the real-estate sector, Mr. Mian touts “Canadian real estate prices will stabilize and post modest gains over the next 24 months. The US real estate market will have steady growth in the next 4 to 5 years”. Bank of Canada maintains interest rates at 1% and these low rates are projected to remain steady for the next 3 to 4 years. According to Mian, the Canadian real estate market is considerably cheaper than other major Western nations such as the US, Australia, Germany, England and France.

“Consider the price differences between a flat in London and a condo in Toronto and the saving and purchasing power is evident” he argues. Mian believes the real-estate market in Canada will remain strong over the next 2 years with the GTA, Calgary, Edmonton, and Montréal all in growth patterns.

Other major real estate markets have seen some easing from the low dollar days and signs of growth are starting to emerge. This is especially true in the US where certain high-profile markets in major urban centers such as New York and Miami are starting to see growth. United Kingdom’s real-estate market is also growing although at a slower pace than the US. The EU in general was much slower to act on stimulus spending but should be completely out of recession within 12 to 18 months, predicts Mian.

Mian also emphasized that “part of the comeback of the US economy has been through the government’s determination in a dogged Currency War that is still transpiring to this day”. According to Mian, the US has made it a mandate to keep the dollar somewhat devalued for a number of reasons, but chief among them is to keep foreign investment flowing into the US. These low interest rates combined with a lower valued US dollar has also helped fund debt payments. Without these measures, the economy of the US would face serious financial difficulties, believes Mian. The silent ‘currency war’ has caused some spin off activity in driving gold and silver down in price as well. Mian further emphasized that diplomacy with Iran will bring down the price of oil to $80-$85 a barrel within the next few months putting pressure on the resource-driven Canadian economy - though he argues these effects to be negligible. A notable offshoot of low oil prices according to Mian is that “lower oil prices provide stability in third world countries and increase the quality of living while decreasing unrest”. It is felt among many nations that the need for stabilization, regulation and legislation on pricing, on quality of life goods, such as oil and gas, wheat, rice and other staples will help control price imbalances and control Third World unrest.

About Liaquat Mian:
Mr. Mian is the CEO of LJM Developments, a real-estate development company based in Burlington, Canada. Mr. Mian is a Chartered Accountant and a member of the Fellowship of Chartered Accountants and completed Executive education at Massachusetts Institute of Technology and the University of Texas in Project Management. Mr. Mian brings 20 years of experience in financial services and real-estate investment.

Disclaimer
The opinions stated in this article are those solely of Mr. Liaquat Mian, and do not represent financial or investment advice, and may not represent L JM developments. Individuals must seek independent qualified financial advice from a licensed financial services provider before making any investments. Opinions, predictions, and forward looking statements in this article should not be used for making financial decisions or investments. Investors must be aware of the risks involved in making investments and must seek professional advice.

Contact:
Phuong Nyguen
LJM Developments
1900 Appleby Line
Burlington, ON L7L 0B7
289-245-1900
info@ljmdevelopments.ca
http://www.ljmdevelopments.ca

Companies Must Restructure Management Systems to Achieve Greater Efficiency, Flexibility and Competitiveness

In times of crisis, adopting the Business Process Management (BPM) model can transform this delicate and momentous situation into a great opportunity for the future.

Woburn, MA, December 27, 2013 – AURA (www.auraportal.com), a global provider of Business Process Management (BPM) software, has announced that, during the BPM Eastern Europe Summit held in Bucharest on November 21, where AuraPortal was presented the award for Best BPM Vendor in Eastern Europe, an interview was conducted with the Vice President of the company and speaker at the event, Pablo Trilles.

AuraPortal has been distinguished with great advantage over its competitors by Ovum in its Decision Matrix report and by other renowned analyst firms.

Here are some of the most noteworthy points:

Q. Given the difficulties that companies are experiencing to overcome the crisis which, as we are seeing, highlights the weaknesses of the current economical model, what need do they have to adopt the Business Process Management model?

A. In good economic times all companies do well, but it is in times of crisis that the businesses of the future are truly consolidated. With the help of a BPM (Business Process Management) Suite, this delicate and momentous situation can be transformed into a great opportunity for the future, giving the company a tool that eases adaption and increases its resilience in dealing with the ongoing market changes.

Q. But right now companies need to confront the depressed market, the credit crunch and many other problems in addition to improving their management.

A. Without a doubt these problems exist but they are out of their hands; only management improvement is within their control. They need to be prepared to increase efficiency, flexibility and competitiveness, which can be achieved through the correct implementation of a BPMS.

Q. Does a BPMS project require a large investment?

A. Not at all. With AuraPortal Cloud projects of any size can be undertaken with no initial outlay for infrastructure or programming, and can be implemented almost immediately.

Q. You keep mentioning the BPMS tool. Is it possible to manage processes without the help of a tool?

A. BPM implementation would not be efficient without a tool to ensure that all activities from the different company departments and areas are performed correctly, at the right time and by the appropriate people. I recommend that you watch the video titled Short Call: How most companies work. I'm sure you'll be able to relate to how most companies work and how they can be improved.

About AURA (http://www.auraportal.com):
AURA is a global BPM (Business Process Management) software 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.

AURA has a presence in 40 countries with more than 300 customers including, among others: Walmart, Toyota, General Motors, Pemex (Petroleos Mexicanos), Carrefour, ArcelorMittal, PepsiCo, Coca-Cola, Danone, INCAE, Kimberly-Clark, Yamaha,Royal KPN, Bristol-Myers Squibb, etc., as well as many Government Agencies and Departments in several countries. All of these customers benefit from maintenance contracts.

Its headquarters are in Europe (Spain and Holland) with an executive branch in North America (Florida). It also has offices in several countries and a vast network of partners who locally attend customers throughout the world.

Contact:
John Charles
Aura Portal
400 Trade Center
Woburn, MA 01801-7472
978-808-6340
john.charles@auraportal.com
http://www.auraportal.com

Paul Reiser Guests on Animal Radio®

Stand-up Comedian, Actor, Writer, Musician Paul Reiser will be guest hosting Animal Radio®.

Los Angeles, CA, December 27, 2013 - Stand-up Comedian, Actor, Writer, Musician Paul Reiser will be guest hosting America’s most-listened-to pet talk, Animal Radio®, December 28th, airing on 108 AM/FM stations.

Paul Reiser was voted number 77 of the 100 Greatest Stand-Ups of All Time. “Two or three times a week I drive by the houses of numbers 78-100 just to rub it in,” he quips! He is also the author of the bestselling books Couplehood, Babyhood and Familyhood.

Currently, Paul has an 11-year-old Chocolate Lab named Bosco. When asked if he lets Bosco in the bed with him, Paul admits that he does, but stated, “In the last 10 months, he’s like Kobe, he just can’t quit leap the way he used to, so he’s not getting up. But, I would say he is suffering with the same incomplete leap. Also, I will give this to Kobe, my dog cannot dribble to his left. If he gets the ball, he kind of keeps it in his mouth. I mean my dog, not Kobe. Also, we don’t let Kobe in the bed. He’s a great guy, I admire his work, but he’s not getting on the bed.”

“Paul is a tremendous talent, witty and quick on his feet. He also has some great stories that he’ll share for the first time about his dog,” says Animal Radio® Host Hal Abrams.

Paul will be joined by Actress Susan Olsen (Cindy on The Brady Bunch) for this special national broadcast December 28th, airing on 108 incredible AM-FM stations across the nation. Visit http://AnimalRadio.com to find a local affiliate. This special program can also be heard on the Animal Radio® App for iPhone and Android, iHeart Radio, Stitcher, TuneIn and iTunes.

Contact:
Bob Roth
Animal Radio Network™ LLC
699 Paula St.
Morro Bay, California 93442
805-772-1314
postmaster@animalradio.com
http://www.AnimalRadio.com

For the Last-Minute Shoppers, Ecotech Institute Recommends 10 Eco-Friendly Gifts for the Holidays

Consider Plants, E-Books and Homemade Gifts this Season

Denver, CO, December 23, 2013 — ‘Tis the season for giving, and Ecotech Institute, the only college in the U.S. solely focused on renewable energy education and sustainable energy training, has released a list of ten eco-friendly gift ideas.

“While the holiday season is often used as an excuse for over-consumption, there are a great deal of excellent ways to embrace sustainable giving,” said Kyle Crider, Ecotech Institute’s Program Chair and Manager of Environmental Operations. “Whether you are creating your own wish list or struggling with what to give this year, here are some ideas that are fun to give and receive, with the added bonus of feeling like you’ve done something good for the environment.”

1. Solar and hand chargers. The busiest people on your list will love a charger they can use while on the go! Whether for an emergency or on the beach, this gift is sure to be used.

2. Heirloom plants and seeds. For the green thumb in your life, encouraging gardening and time with dirt can be a simple, thoughtful and fruitful gift.

3. Microloans to fight poverty. Microloans are great gifts to give in honor of someone. These loans help entrepreneurs and small businesses that don’t have access to traditional banking sources.

4. Donation to a sustainable charity. For the altruistic friend or family member, find an organization that aligns with their beliefs and make a donation in their name. See if there is a downloadable certificate online to put in their stocking.

5. Re-gift and consignment gifts. Americans in particular often use and discard items while they still have much life left. Gently used and hip vintage items are available around every corner at consignment and secondhand stores.

6. eBooks. In the age of the iPad and tablet, almost everyone has a way to read eBooks. Think about giving a gift card to an online bookstore – an easy, practical and always appreciated gift!

7. Subscription to local, organic farm-to-table program. Opportunities like this vary across the country, but the gift of fresh, local food is sustainable, delicious and much appreciated by farmers.

8. Make, rather than purchase, your gift. This idea is not just for kindergartners or the Pinterest-obsessed (although don’t discount the gifts from those groups). Whether a handmade card or a homemade craft, recipients are always touched by the effort put forth.

9. An energy kit with LED light bulbs and rechargeable batteries. Practical and eco-conscious, this gift offers less last-minute trips to the store and renewable energy for months to come.

10. Spend time, not money. As what could be considered the golden rule of sustainable giving, offer your time and energy instead of purchased goods. Whether you plan special time with friends and family at the park or you gather a group to plant trees, outdoor playtime, or earth-friendly volunteer work, these activities can be a gift for everyone.

“However you celebrate the holidays, be kind to each other and the Earth, they will thank you for it!” added Crider.

For more information on Ecotech Institute, visit www.ecotechinstitute.com.

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 and is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools. Launched in April 2010 in Denver, Colorado, it offers six highly practical renewable energy degree programs that provide graduates with skills valued by today’s alternative renewable energy employers. Classes start once per quarter and applications are always accepted. Financial assistance is available to those who qualify. Ecotech Institute is a division of Education Corporation of America. For more information about Ecotech Institute, visit ecotechinstitute.com or call 877-36-5576.

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Lora Tax Service Receives 2013 Best of Bronx Award

Lora Tax Service has been selected for the 2013 Best of Bronx Award in the Tax Preparation Service category by the Bronx Award Program.

Bronx, NY, December 24, 2013 - Each year, the Bronx Award Program identifies companies that they believe have achieved exceptional marketing success in their local community and business category. These are local companies that enhance the positive image of small business through service to their customers and our community. These exceptional companies help make the Bronx area a great place to live, work and play. "We are honored to have been given this recognition for our hard work and dedication to the community" said George owner/manager of Lora Tax Service.

Various sources of information were gathered and analyzed to choose the winners in each category. The 2013 Bronx Award Program focuses on quality, not quantity. Winners are determined based on the information gathered both internally by the Bronx Award Program and data provided by third parties.

About Lora Tax Service
Lora Tax Service provides world-class accounting services in the NYC area. They help their clients save hundreds of dollars every year by providing quality services at minimal costs. With Lora Tax Service, your firm's accounting is in safe hands. They help you take advantage of tax incentives, and avoid pitfalls.

Source: Bronx Award Program
Email: PublicRelations@businessrecognition.org
URL: http://www.businessrecognition.org

Contact:
George Lora
Lora Tax Service
10 Richman Plaza
Bronx, NY 10453
347-842 0250
info@lorataxservice.com
http://www.lorataxservice.com