Texas State Technical College West Texas Uses Outcomes Based Assessment to Revive Nursing Program

Pass Rate on Licensing Exam Jumped 77 to 100 Percent Using Direct Evidence of Student Learning through ExamSoft Technology Platform

Dallas, Texas, August 27, 2013 – The Texas State Technical College West Texas (TSTC) LVN to ADN Nursing Program was able to increase the pass rate on the National Council Licensing Exam (NCLEX) from 77 percent to 100 percent by taking a strategic and aggressive approach to assessment. TSTC-West Texas was able to improve programmatic effectiveness and student retention based on evidence and insights in student learning using ExamSoft’s intelligent assessment platform, the company announced today.

TSTC-West Texas is part of a state performance-based pilot program that only reimburses the institution when graduates secure a job within their field of study. In 2011, with the NCLEX pass rate at 77 percent and retention rate near 50 percent, TSTC-West Texas was placed on conditional status by the Texas Board of Nursing and could not admit any new students. TSTC-West Texas decided to adopt an assessment platform to help completely revamp and refine their curriculum and better help their students learn, prepare for and pass the NCLEX – a barrier to employment for nurses. Since implementing ExamSoft, the NCLEX pass rate, retention rate and employment rate among graduates are all 100 percent.

“Since our state funding depends on our students graduating and getting jobs, their success is our success,” said Shawntay Sparks, Instructor and Program Chair, Texas State Technical College West Texas LVN to ADN Nursing Program. “By taking a strategic approach to assessment using ExamSoft’s platform, we can easily track and measure performance across a wide set of learning outcomes and it gives us the tools and evidence we need to remediate students on a individual basis, refine our curriculum, increase retention and help students succeed in their careers.”

TSTC-West Texas uses ExamSoft to design, manage and administer all exams, tests and quizzes in a computer-based platform and enables them to “tag” every question to learning objectives so they can track and measure student performance. With data available immediately after each exam, faculty use the learning analytics to inform targeted feedback for students and implement remediation strategies based on students’ individual needs. Longitudinal assessment data gives TSTC-West Texas the evidence they need to track students over time and map and refine their curriculum.

“We’re excited to see the kind of dramatic turn around TSTC-West Texas has seen because it shows how important a role technology and data can play in helping drive student success,” said Daniel Muzquiz, Chief Executive Officer of ExamSoft. “We thrive on helping institutions and programs succeed in their missions by giving them the technology and insights they need to help engage their students, enhance the learning experience and improve outcomes.”

In addition to being able to enhance revenue reimbursements from the state, TSTC-West Texas was taken off conditional admittance by the Texas Board of Nursing in October 2012 and anticipates being placed on full approval in January 2014. TSTC-West Texas’ accelerated online nursing program, established in 2008, includes two campuses serving 26 rural counties and trains students to become registered nurses.

“We have students scattered around the state who face and conquer challenges every day for the opportunity to achieve their degree and become better nurses, so we strive to deliver a high quality education with a non-traditional approach,” said Sparks. “In an online accelerated program, there is no time to allow a student to get behind and ExamSoft gives us the tools to find and address issues immediately and the technology is so solid that we can rely on it to support the program, and the students, in reaching this goal.”

For more information about ExamSoft, visit http://www.examsoft.com.

About ExamSoft Worldwide, Inc.
ExamSoft provides scalable and flexible intelligent assessment solutions that give educators actionable outcomes data and insights to help every student. Its software puts the data back in the hands of faculty and enables clients to more efficiently and practically administer direct assessments and analyze resulting data to improve curricular design, test design, and accreditation compliance. ExamSoft has served hundreds of prominent academic, certification, and licensing institutions for more than 15 years and has successfully administered millions of exams. For more information, please visit www.examsoft.com, or follow ExamSoft on Facebook and Twitter.

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SAFE International Self Defense Announces launch of SAFE International Certified Partner, Self-Defense Manitoba

SAFE International is a leading provider of self defense training in North America. SAFE International is pleased to announce the launch of SAFE International Certified Partner, Self-Defense Manitoba, who will provide a focused marketing campaign to provide self defense to women, corporations and high school students.

Winnipeg, MB, August 27, 2013 (Straight Line PR) -- SAFE International™ is a leading provider of self defense training in North America. It currently operates throughout Canada and has expanded to include SAFE International Certified Partner, Self-Defense Manitoba, with a focused marketing campaign to provide Winnipeg self defense to women, men, corporations and high schools. SAFE International has delivered training to over one hundred thousand (175,000) people since 1994. Self-Defense Manitoba is owned and managed by Chris Friesen, Managing Principal, who is a professional teaching Director and self-defense instructor.

Mr. Friesen began Self-Defense Manitoba in the Spring of 2013 and has become the first SAFE International™ Certified Partner in Canada. He saw there was a lack of practical and effective self defense instruction for people in the province of Manitoba. The SAFE International high school courses have become known for their instruction on how to deal with conflict before it starts rather than just deal with the physical side of self defense. While self protection is a serious topic, the SAFE instructors have managed to develop a course that integrates humour while still getting a serious message across to students/clients. Chris Friesen will be teaching specially tailored Winnipeg Corporate self defense courses in the corporate environment, particularly to companies/organizations that are in higher risk professions including health care, real estate, sales people, etc. Self protection is a not only a necessity, but is also a form of insurance that will make your business more profitable and your employees more confident and secure. Workplace violence is a serious issue and SAFE has the ability to teach workplace staff how to deal with all aspects of confrontation including the Awareness/Avoidance stages along with Verbal Diffusing skills and physical self defense.

SAFE International Certified Partners also offer specialized Women’s Self Defense Winnipeg courses to women’s groups, including their Women’s Self Defense Parties. Twenty five percent of women will be assaulted during their lifetime. This is an alarming fact especially since over forty seven percent of crime is unreported. Women will know their attacker fifty seven percent of the time according to studies. Women lead busy lives and need easy to remember tactics that work in real-life situations. They also need training that fits into their busy schedules. SAFE International Certified Partner instructors understand the challenges that women face and offer classes, group seminars and private lessons to fit into anyone's schedule.

SAFE International has become North America’s most popular high school course for both boys and girls due to the fact that they don't teach martial arts, but rather a practical approach to personal safety with an emphasis on recognizing and avoiding potentially dangerous situations. All instructors are certified through SAFE International™ and have a unique ability to reach the students in an effective and memorable manner. SAFE International has traditionally focused on self defense instruction for high school students. It offers 1, 3, 4 or 5 hour courses which can be taught over consecutive days or all in one day depending upon the school/ organization's needs. They offer High School self defense customized to the class needs and expectations. Each session includes discussion, role playing and a practical physical component ending with their famous simulated attacks in which the students get the opportunity to practice their newly learned skills on a padded instructor. These are real-world tactics that can be used by anyone against violent and stressful attacks.

Contact SAFE International Certified Partner Chris Friesen to schedule self defense for your corporation, group, or school. You can visit their websites at www.safeinternationalmanitoba.biz. You can also email Chris Friesen directly by email at chrisfriesen@safeinternationalmanitoba.biz. You can also reach Mr. Friesen toll free at 1-800-465-5972.

Contact :
Chris Roberts
SAFE International™
15535 Cooper Rd.
Lunenburg, ON
Canada K0C 1R0
1 800 465-5972
chrisroberts@safeinternational.biz
http://www.safeinternational.biz

OK1984 + Kreayshawn Make a Quietly Loud Statement

What happens when you merge a team of hip Californian designers with one of hip-hop’s most buzz-worthy artists?

Los Angeles, CA, August 26, 2013 – What happens when you merge a team of hip Californian designers with one of hip-hop’s most buzz-worthy artists? You get a distinct capsule collection of understated yet thought provoking jewelry that says just enough. “I designed this for the girls who express more with less. There’s no need to do the talking when your jewelry can do it for you,” explains renowned artist Kreayshawn.

Whatever you’ve heard about the Bay Area musician and director, Kreayshawn is nothing if not scrappy. Born in September 1989 in San Francisco, as Natassia Zolot, to a teenage single mother, the pocket-sized artist relied on her wits to navigate the roughest sections of the city. By the age of 16, she found herself in a pivotal moment that would forever change her life and prompt her to become the pioneer she is today, turning hardship into empowerment and fueling her future through drive and creativity.

With a record deal from Columbia Records and a true cult following, it is clear to see why OK1984 jumped at the opportunity to team up with this gorgeous powerhouse. Known for her seemingly eclectic and truly unique personal style, Kreayshawn sets out to discover new and original influences that will make her music stand out from the rest. She seeks to inspire and be inspired, and, much like OK1984’s jewelry, she is fresh, edgy and undeniably talented. Incorporating each independent characteristic into one cohesive line, OK1984 and Kreayshawn have created a range of pieces that will unleash the voice inside you.

Launching August 26, 2013, the collaboration capsule, which will range from starry-eyed smiley face pendants to spirited alien head rings, will retail for $21 - $30, exclusively at OK1984.com.

Contact:
Malorie Kaye
Cameo PR
10 W. 33rd St.
Suite 1118
NY, NY 10001
646-360-3488
malorie@cameopr.com
http://www.cameopr.com

Justin Ligeri and Yagoozon Inc. Named Fastest Growing Retailer by Inc. Magazine

Three years ago Justin Ligeri was broke. His prospects were grim and odds of success were poor. Fast forward to August 2013 and the young eCommerce phenom is on track to do in excess of $20 million in sales this year, earning the recognition of Inc. Magazine.

Sebring, FL, August 26, 2013 (Straight Line PR) -- Three years ago Justin Ligeri was broke. Looking at the worst economy in the last 85 years, most people would say his prospects were grim and the odds of success were poor. Fast forward to August 2013 and the young 35 year old eCommerce phenom is on track to do in excess of $20 million in sales this year.

He and his company Yagoozon, Inc. were recently named the #11 fastest growing company in the world and the #1 fastest growing company in the Retailing space.

Starting over with only $40 in the winter of 2010, he has bankrolled that amount into a booming company that has venture capitalists and vendors amazed at his ability to sell merchandise quickly and profitably.

"Here is the reality," said Ligeri from Yagoozon's ( http://www.amazon.com/b?me=A393ZKPVGVX3TX ) main warehouse in Central Florida. "The average consumer needs to understand that today the news media is like a drug dealer that only peddles bad news. They understand that bad news gets better ratings than good news. So they try and fixate your attention on the side of the ledger that has been disrupted by the web. Huge layoffs, plant closings, poor earnings, and a contracting economy. It's not that their news is incorrect, rather it lacks objectivity. They show all of the things that have been DISRUPTED, and never stop to communicate that it is companies like mine that embrace the power of the web, that are doing the DISRUPTING."

New technology creates new opportunities and new rules for amassing wealth, according to Ligeri.

"In the retail space where I am very active, traditional retailers who operate ignoring the power of the web, will follow the path of Kodak corporation, which filed for bankruptcy last year. I, on the other hand, hope to be able to continue to use the web and joint ventures to sell high demand products to my audience," explains Ligeri.

He goes on to say, "Three years ago I was worse than broke. Today I sell more than one thousand mom and pop stores put together. The difference is that I have embraced the power of the web."

Ligeri speaks briefly in a short YouTube video about the path he took to achive his current success: http://youtu.be/_nenmZFFhjo

Today, he is clearly a top contender to be the Entrepreneur of The Year. "I am beyond honored and excited to be a contender for this prestigious award," said Ligeri. "Its nice to receive the acknowledgment from the business community. It certainly has been a fun ride."

The 2013 Inc. 500|5000 Conference ( http://conference.inc.com/ ) is scheduled for October 10-12 in Washington, D.C. It is expected that Yagoozon, Inc. will be recognized once again as a rapidly rising star in the eCommerce firmament.

Ligeri's blog can be found at http://www.JustinLigeri.net/

About Yagoozon, Inc.:
Yagoozon is the fastest growing online retailer of toys, costumes, and novelty items. The company focuses on customer service and purchaser simplification. Headquartered in Sebring, FL, Yagoozon leverages the strengths of the Amazon retail platform, adding their self-described “obsession” with excellent customer service, to take online retailing to a whole new level.

For more information, visit Yagoozon online at http://www.amazon.com/b?me=A393ZKPVGVX3TX or find Yagoozon on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/pages/Yagoozon/226200834154092

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Yagoozon, Inc.
380 Jefferson Boulevard
Warwick, RI 02886

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KPMG Managing Partner and The GPS Gal are Special Guests on Deanne Demarco’s show

KPMG’s Senior partner Heather Paquette and the VOICE of your GPS unit, Karen Jacobsen are the special guests on the hit radio program, “Today’s Inspiring Women.” Which airs Thursday, noon Pacific on the VoiceAmerica Empowerment Network.

Phoenix, AZ, August 24, 2013 – Deanne DeMarco continues her ground-breaking radio series with two high-powered guests: the female managing partner of KPMG a international audit and tax advisory firm and a woman who literally is the voice of over 100 million GPS units worldwide. 

Heather Paquette a veteran of the United States Air Force is now Managing Partner for KPMG’s Michigan Office, and Karen Jacobsen is the “VOICE” of over 100 million GPS units, she literally tells you where to go, are featured on next Thursday’s episode of Deanne DeMarco’s entertaining, informative and inspiring program, “Today’s Inspiring Women.”

Both women are guests on Thursday, September 5, 2013, during Deanne DeMarco’s weekly hour-long show that airs at 12 noon, Pacific, on the VoiceAmerica Empowerment Radio network.

Today, Heather Paquette is the Managing Partner for KPMG in Michigan where she’s responsible for the strategic direction and growth of KPMG’s Detroit and Grand Rapid’s offices and in making KPMG a great place to build a career. Heather has more than 22 years of financial audit, information technology and business process experience, focusing on risk and control.

Heather is also a veteran of the United States Air Force and prior to joining KPMG, served in the United Kingdom and then in Southern Regional Operation Center for NATO in Naples, Italy.

Heather is a 2012 national ATHENA Award Recipient. Heather has been recognized by the Glass Hammer as a 2009 Rising Star, by the Illinois CPA Society as a 2009 Women to Watch and by KPMG as their 2010 Working Mother of the Year for Working Mother Magazine.

Deanne DeMarco asks Heather about the challenges she faced as a US Air Force Veteran and gets her advice on how her military experience supported her current career and what advice she has for women just starting out in a career.

Deanne DeMarco’s second guest, Karen Jacobsen is the “VOICE” in over 100 million GPS units, as well as on cruise ships and elevators. When Karen Jacobsen walks on stage, there is no question she is in the driver’s seat.  The GPS Girl, Karen Jacobsen’s speaking voice is in over 100 million GPS units giving drivers directions worldwide. She has appeared on ABC World News Tonight, the CBS Early Show, in The New York Times, NY Daily News, Glamour magazine and was named one of People Magazine s Most Intriguing People. She speaks and sings to groups who want to inspire the best in their people, and create a road map for their future.  She s that voice that guides you when you are lost and reassures you when you are wondering if you are headed in the right direction. You could say she specializes in telling people where to go.

Deanne DeMarco, who has 20 successful years as a business coach, professional speaker and management trainer , said, “Each week on the show I interview extraordinary and inspiring women who may not yet be household names but are business and entrepreneurial rising stars or have solid, practical advice for my audience. Heather’s personal achievements are truly inspirational and her principles for success can be applied to any business. Karen taps into a subject that affects so many women. So if you need to “recalculate” your life or career you can’t put off listening to the show.”

Deanne DeMarco herself has used her innovative strategies—drawn from successful experiences as a scientist, college instructor, management trainer, Fortune 500 manager, author and entrepreneur—to help business executives and individuals break through personal and career roadblocks.

“Today’s Inspiring Women” airs Thursdays at noon Pacific on the VoiceAmerica Empowerment Radio. www.voiceamerica.com/show/2182/todays-inspiring-women

About The Host:
Deanne DeMarco’s career has revolved around helping people break through boundaries and career roadblocks. She has a strong business background with expertise in medicine, education and utilities. As a medical scientist she was on the original three-member team that first discovered the cancer link to second-hand smoke. As a corporate trainer her management coaching program won national recognition from Training Magazine’s Top 100.  Deanne conducts fun, interactive workshops and seminars and is a keynote speaker at business and association meetings around the world. For more information: www.deannedemarco.com or call 1-708-836-0118 or 1-866-91-COACH.

Contact:
Deanne DeMarco
Deanne DeMarco
2205 S. Wolf Road #730
Suite 304
Hillside, Illinois 60162
708-836-0118
Deanne@DeanneDeMarco.com
http://www.deannedemarco.com

ProvisionRx Partners with Very Important Relationships to Develop ProvisionRx Rewards Online Shopping Mall

ProvisionRx Rewards is ProvisionRx’s newest membership benefits. This unique site combines the best of the best in online savings opportunities by combining merchant special offers, promotion codes, printable coupons, and free shipping.

Reno, NV, August 24, 2013 - Very Important Relationships, Inc. (VIR), http://myvir.com, one of the nation’s premier builders of Internet CashBack Rewards Shopping Malls, and ProvisionRx, Inc (“ProvisionRx”), http://provisionrx.com, a leader in the offering of free discount pharmacy cards today announced the launch of ProvisionRx Rewards, http://ProvisionRxRewards.com, the newest way to save on the Internet.

ProvisionRx Rewards is the latest in the growing evolution of online savings sites. This unique site combines the best of the best in online savings opportunities by combining merchant special offers, promotion codes, printable coupons, free shipping offers, plus cash back on everything bought; making it the easiest way to save money on the web.

“VIR’s technology is unmatched in the CashBack mall channel and ProvisionRx unique program of helping people save money on their prescription drugs creates the perfect combination of savings,” says Jody Tallal, CEO of VIR. “Adding a powerful CashBack Rewards mall to ProvisionRx’s no selling business model where the Home Business Owners (HBOs) give away free prescription cards to others is like putting icing on the cake.”

ProvisionRx Rewards is an ultimate shopper’s paradise where retailers from clothing to electronics to jewelry to travel, plus many more products and services, are all available together under one roof for the shopper’s convenience. ProvisionRx Rewards has relationships with retailers like as Wal-Mart, Drugstore.com, Staples, Best Buy, Travelocity, and over 1,000 others merchants to bring their special discounts and bargains to shoppers. ProvisionRx One-Stop Shop was created to better serve you by providing over 1,000 popular stores in one easy location.

ProvisionRx Rewards has 1200 – 1500 “Hot Savings” and “Promo Code” offers daily from the merchants in the mall competing against one another for the member’s business. Users can start saving up to 80% off on selected offers from these merchants in addition to earning CashBack; and as might be expected, membership in ProvisionRx Rewards.com is absolutely free.

Additionally, clipping coupons from the Sunday newspaper is now a thing of the past. ProvisionRx Rewards has its own Coupons section which offers the four largest online coupon sites on the Internet, all together in one place. These sites include Coupons.com, SmartSource, Redplum and SavingStar; and all a member needs to do is select the coupons they want, print them out on their printer (or have them automatically linked to your store’s reward card in the case of SavingStar), and use them at their local grocery or drugstore.

“ProvisionRx Rewards.com strives to be the best one-stop shopping online resource where everyone can find anything they need,” says Lowell Mims, co-founder of ProvisionRx.

Shopping just got better and saving money much easier,” adds Ernie Land, ProvisionRx’s other co-founder. “And ProvisionRx Rewards is now the easiest to use interface on the Internet for shoppers to find what you need and save money.”

About ProvisionRx:
ProvisionRx (http://www.ProvisionRx.com) has saved the American consumers tens of millions of dollars on their prescriptions. With a no selling business model where the Home Business Owners (HBOs) give away free prescription cards and find others who want to do the same, people from every walk of life are becoming financially independent and seeing their dreams come true. The pharmacy discount card is accepted at over 60,000 pharmacies nationwide like Wal-Mart, CVS Pharmacy, & Target, just to name a few and it gives a 10% - 85% savings on most medications.

About Very Important Relationships:
Very Important Relationships, Inc. (http://myvir.com) is an on-line marketing solutions company and one of the nation’s premier developers of Internet CashBack Rewards shopping programs. VIR operates 17 different CashBack mall business models that serve six industries, including employee benefits, customer loyalty, nonprofit fundraising, and association benefits. Each VIR CashBack Mega Mall containing over 1,000 of the nation’s top retailers, offer CashBack on all purchases, plus “Hot Savings” offers daily from the merchants competing against one another for the member’s business.

VIR’s unique web based application software architecture, which is the foundation its new M.I.S.T systems, solve complex web based challenges many companies have faced for years without finding acceptable solutions.

Contact:
Jody Tallal
CEO
Very Important Relationships, Inc.
2533 N Carson Street, Suite 1V
Carson City, NV 89706
972-726-9595
Jody@MyVIR.com
http://myvir.com

Provost Academy Colorado Hosts Information Session For Denver Area Students & Parents on August 28

Online high school meets students where they are to ensure students have the flexibility they need to achieve their academic goals

Denver, CO, August 22, 2013 – Provost Academy Colorado will host an informational session for prospective students and their families on Wednesday, August 28 from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. at Dave and Busters in Denver. Provost Academy Colorado is a tuition-free online public charter high school serving students in grades 9 through 12, statewide. Attendees will be able to speak with staff, meet current students and learn more about Provost Academy Colorado. The event is free and open to the public. Refreshments and free game play will be provided.

“Provost Academy Colorado is designed for the realities of today’s high school students. Whether they are busy, bombarded, brilliant or bullied, Provost delivers high-quality online education in a flexible learning environment that empowers students to succeed,” said Ian Jones, Executive Director of Provost Academy Colorado. “We understand that a traditional, classroom-based high school experience isn’t for everyone and offer an alternative that meets students where they are, helping students achieve their academic goals.”

Provost Academy is a state-authorized public online high school that is free of charge to Colorado residents and offers high school students an engaging, flexible and highly personalized online learning experience.

Students enrolled in Provost Academy work toward their public high school diploma - recognized by colleges and employers – just as they would in a traditional school, but at their own pace and on their own time. Students can complete their coursework from any location using the Internet to connect to a virtual classroom equipped with the latest technology, robust resources and common core-aligned curriculum.

“I encourage any student who needs more flexibility, wants a more personalized education or is dissatisfied with their current educational environment to come to the information session in Denver on August 28,” said Jones. “Provost Academy is an excellent option for high school students in Colorado and they can learn more about how Provost can not only enable them to be successful in school, but also prepare them for college or a career.” 

For more information about the Denver informational session or to enroll in Provost Academy, call 1-888-472-2656 or visit www.co.provostacademy.com.

EVENT DETAILS:
WHAT: Provost Academy Colorado Informational Session
WHEN: Wednesday, August 28 from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.
WHERE: Dave and Busters, 2000 S. Colorado Blvd Denver CO, 80222

About Provost Academy Colorado:
Provost Academy Colorado is an Online Public High School serving grades 9 to 12. It is uniquely designed to offer a challenging and flexible education option for students who want or need something different from traditional high schools. Provost Academy Colorado is the only Online High School in Colorado backed by EdisonLearning, the nation’s largest partner to public school districts and communities, with nearly 20 years of proven experience driving academic results in the K-12 classroom. For more information or to enroll, call 1-888-472-2656 or go to www.co.provostacademy.com.

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CSG PR
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Denver, CO 80206
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Brand New - Dynamic Auto Income for Today

As 2013 cruises in on an unprecedented rise in consumer information products and social media consumption/usage, there are a few hardcore market observations that must be acknowledged— and, some pretty exciting implications to note.

Conifer, CO, August 20, 2013 - As 2013 cruises in on an unprecedented rise in consumer information products and social media consumption/usage, there are a few hardcore market observations that must be acknowledged— and, some pretty exciting implications to note.

1. As is, the affiliate product launch model will give way to a more personal relationship-based model in 2013.

2. The word at ground level is that (as typical in human nature) there'll be an increase in demand for done-for-you services/products.

3. The emergence of new social media platforms will decrease, as we saw an explosion of these events between 2011 and 2012. Instead, there will be an explosion of offerings in closely related markets (think Google+ Hangouts).

4. Even free-traffic wizards will feel a slight sting as paid traffic increasingly becomes more of a reality. It can still be done— it just won't be as easy/relevant as before.

5. Video marketing will become even more popular than it already is. And, if anything ever happened at Youtube (think: Netflix), there are so many "under-explored" video platforms waiting with open doors for the new traffic.

6. Sorry, product launches will continue to be a pain.

Now for those dynamic Implications I promised:

If you speak to individuals, such as yourself, who were involved in a particular movement— whether it be the super affiliate market of today, civil rights of the 60's, or the race to the moon- they'll tell you that it was hard to see exactly how important the movement was when they were on the verge of the new dawn…

If 2013 calls for building personal relationships with clients and partners, it sweeps open the door for you to gain brand traction in new social and economic circles.

This brand traction will bring about short and long-term sustainability in the shifting market!

Old and New Clients will be willing to put their dollars behind their demand for these premium services and products. And for good reason— after all, they are seeking the best. It's up to you (and your partners, if you'd like) to set the standard.
As remnants of market events up through 2012 fades away, early adopters are presented with an exciting opportunity in 2013 to "design" a new product launch market -  without the pain of yesterday. Here's how:  http://www.autorecruitingplatform.com/protect

This is a powerful program that will help you "re-fire" your brand in a dynamic way to gain/maintain position continuity early on in the game.

Our program is designed to energize and expand an already healthy revenue portfolio by:

Adding an additional (significant) income stream to your portfolio

Enhancing client/partner acquisition and/or adding a new campaign

Incorporating the latest and greatest web tools and enhancing audience reach

Getting and/or keeping partners/clients excited about you and your brand

Enhancing synergistic relationships between you and your partners In addition, it provides:

An incentive cycle to encourage purchase upgrades

A paradigm shift for those who want to improve revenue health

Early adoption long-term benefits and exciting implications

A dynamic social platform for business professionals

In plain English, you'll create sustainability for your brand, gain another significant income model and have fun doing it. Become an early market leader and lead on!

To see the program in action, please contact me at (303) 437- 8856

My sincere thanks for your time and attention and l look forward to speaking with you.

Be Really Blessed, Bob Hokanson, pleaseprotect@gmail.com, Get Involved:  http://www.autorecruitingplatform.com/protect

Contact:
Robert Hokanson
Auto Recruiting Platform
9620 Aspen Lane
Conifer, CO 80433
303-437- 8856
pleaseprotect@gmail.com
http://www.autorecruitingplatform.com/protect

Bryant & Stratton College Announces The Lori Appleford Administrative Excellence Scholarship

New scholarship honors College’s longest-serving employee, Lori Appleford; eligible to new students interested in enrolling in administrative programs

Buffalo, NY, August 22, 2013 – Bryant & Stratton College announced today the launch of the Lori Appleford Administrative Excellence Scholarship. The Scholarship recognizes Bryant & Stratton College’s longest-serving employee, Lori Appleford, who is retiring from the College at the end of this month after 45 years with the College. It honors her commitment to academic and professional excellence and is available to eligible students interested in enrolling in the College’s administrative programs.

Ms. Appleford started her career at Bryant & Stratton College as a student and has worked for the College longer than any employee in the institution’s history. Prior to graduating, she began working in a temporary capacity for Bryant Girl, a subsidiary of the institution, which provided temporary secretarial assistance to area businesses. She graduated from Bryant & Stratton College in September 1968 and that November was hired as a full-time keypunch operator for the College.

In the years to follow, Ms. Appleford was promoted to a position in the payroll division and served as Executive Administrative Assistant to Francis (Fran) Gustina, Treasurer at Bryant & Stratton College. In 1980, Mr. Gustina became President of Bryant & Stratton and Ms. Appleford continued as his Executive Administrative Assistant. Subsequently, Ms. Appleford served in this position for five different presidents. While supporting the respective Presidents, Ms. Appleford provided assistance for a number of Vice-presidents, Directors and professional staff. In addition, Ms. Appleford has been responsible for all administrative matters related to the Board of Directors.

“Lori’s absence will be felt when she retires at the end of the month and by creating the Lori Appleford Administrative Excellence Scholarship, we not only honor her service, but her legacy as well,” said Dr. Fran Felser, Executive Vice President and Chief Administrative Officer at Bryant & Stratton College. “The Appleford Scholarship is a fitting tribute to our friend and colleague whose dedication and commitment to the College is an inspiration to all. The significant contributions she made over her 45 year career with the College will continue on as the Appleford Scholarship helps future generations of administrative professionals realize career success as well.”

The Lori Appleford Administrative Excellence Scholarship may be awarded to new students enrolling in administrative programs at any of the New York State campuses. To be eligible, students must submit a written essay prior to their third week of their first term. Full and part-time students, who maintain their academic standing in accordance with the College’s established scholarship guidelines, may be awarded up to $1,000 per term not to exceed $5,000. Up to 10 scholarships may be awarded in each semester. Students interested in applying for the Appleford Scholarship should contact their local campus.

After retirement, Ms. Appleford plans to stay involved in the Buffalo community by volunteering at the Botanical Gardens as well as spending time with her family and traveling.

To learn more about Bryant & Stratton College, its degree programs and available scholarships visit http://www.bryantstratton.edu.

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, and has locations in New York, Ohio, Virginia and Wisconsin, as well as an Online Education division and a Professional Skill Center.  For almost 160 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 and graphic design. For more information about the College’s graduation rates, the median debt of students who completed the program and other important information, please visit www.bryantstratton.edu/disclosures.  General information can also be found on the College’s website at www.bryantstratton.edu.

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Communications Strategy Group
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Denver, CO 80206
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Proudly Display Your Military Flags and Memorabilia with Flags Connections

Display cases and American flags are available online from Flags Connections and if want a flag or display case that is handcrafted from an American Veteran you can count on Flags Connections to deliver the goods.

Deer Park, NY, August 22, 2013 - Display cases and American flags are available online from Flags Connections and if want a flag or display case that is handcrafted from an American Veteran you can count on Flags Connections to deliver the goods.

A military flag is presented as a tribute to your loved one who has proudly served in the United States military. If you already have a military flag, but would like to display it in your home, you can order burial flag cases and memorial flag cases from Flags Connections. The wall mounted two flags display case can hold a 3’ x 5’ flag and a 5’ by 9.5’ flag. Choose from oak, walnut, cherry, or cherry finishes that will display the flags of your loved ones.

Challenge coins are springing up in American Legion posts all over the United States, and if you have won your fair share of Challenge coins it’s time to display them in a handmade Challenge coin display case from Flags Connections. Whether you want to hold bragging rights or show your service achievements, you cannot go past the huge selection of Challenge coin displays from Flags Connections. The M62 glass dome display can hold 62 military challenge coins with an 8” wide glass dome. The oak base measures 10” in diameter and is 11” tall.

Flags Connections understands the importance of displaying service medals, documents, pictures and flags, and if you have been keeping yours in a cardboard box in the closet, it is time to start shopping online with Flags Connections for shadow boxes, flag display cases and much more.

Order a shadow box that can hold medals and other military memorabilia. The Military 3 Bay Mantle Military Shadow Box is large enough to display all of your family member’s achievements. Available in stained walnut or oak, the Military 3 Bay Mantle Military Shadow Box comes with a black, red, green, or blue background and can hold up to two 3’ x 5’ flag with a display case area of 7” by 22”. Ask about engraving and have the name of your veteran emblazoned on this beautiful Military 3 Bay Mantle Military Shadow Box.

Flags Connections carries more than flag cases, display cases, medal cases, and challenge coin display cases. Flags Connections can also supply you with pins, patches, lapel labels, and sword display products. You can also choose from burial flag cases, shadow boxes, flag and pedestal cases, challenge coin displays and much more from Flags Connections.

When it comes to displaying your treasured memorabilia, you cannot go past Flags Connections. Why would you buy anywhere else? Log in and shop online from the comfort of your home twenty-four hours a day seven days a week with Flags Connections.

Contact:
David Elgavisch
Flags Connections
1940 deer Park Ave Suite 372
Deer Park, NY 11729
631-533-0083
info@flagsconnections.com
http://www.flagsConnections.com

A New kind of Income Model... Made for Today's People

As 2013 cruises in on an unprecedented rise in consumer information products and social media consumption/usage, there are a few hardcore market observations that must be acknowledged— and, some pretty exciting implications to note.

Conifer, CO, August 22, 2013 - As 2013 cruises in on an unprecedented rise in consumer information products and social media consumption/usage, there are a few hardcore market observations that must be acknowledged— and, some pretty exciting implications to note.

1. As is, the affiliate product launch model will give way to a more personal relationship-based model in 2013.

2. The word at ground level is that (as typical in human nature) there'll be an increase in demand for done-for-you services/products.

3. The emergence of new social media platforms will decrease, as we saw an explosion of these events between 2011 and 2012. Instead, there will be an explosion of offerings in closely related markets (think Google+ Hangouts).

4. Even free-traffic wizards will feel a slight sting as paid traffic increasingly becomes more of a reality. It can still be done— it just won't be as easy/relevant as before.

5. Video marketing will become even more popular than it already is. And, if anything ever happened at Youtube (think: Netflix), there are so many "under-explored" video platforms waiting with open doors for the new traffic.

6. Sorry, product launches will continue to be a pain.

Now for those dynamic Implications I promised:

If you speak to individuals, such as yourself, who were involved in a particular movement— whether it be the super affiliate market of today, civil rights of the 60's, or the race to the moon- they'll tell you that it was hard to see exactly how important the movement was when they were on the verge of the new dawn…

If 2013 calls for building personal relationships with clients and partners, it sweeps open the door for you to gain brand traction in new social and economic circles.

This brand traction will bring about short and long-term sustainability in the shifting market!

Old and New Clients will be willing to put their dollars behind their demand for these premium services and products. And for good reason— after all, they are seeking the best.

It's up to you (and your partners, if you'd like) to set the standard.

As remnants of market events up through 2012 fades away, early adopters are presented with an exciting opportunity in 2013 to "design" a new product launch market -  without the pain of yesterday. Here's how:  http://www.autorecruitingplatform.com/protect

This is a powerful program that will help you "re-fire" your brand in a dynamic way to gain/maintain position continuity early on in the game.

Our program is designed to energize and expand an already healthy revenue portfolio by:

Adding an additional (significant) income stream to your portfolio

Enhancing client/partner acquisition and/or adding a new campaign

Incorporating the latest and greatest web tools and enhancing audience reach

Getting and/or keeping partners/clients excited about you and your brand

Enhancing synergistic relationships between you and your partners In addition, it provides:

An incentive cycle to encourage purchase upgrades

A paradigm shift for those who want to improve revenue health

Early adoption long-term benefits and exciting implications

A dynamic social platform for business professionals

In plain English, you'll create sustainability for your brand, gain another significant income model and have fun doing it. Become an early market leader and lead on!

To see the program in action, please contact me at (303) 437- 8856

My sincere thanks for your time and attention and l look forward to speaking with you.

Be Really Blessed, Bob Hokanson, pleaseprotect@gmail.com Get Involved:  http://www.autorecruitingplatform.com/protect

Contact:
Robert Hokanson
Auto Recruiting Platform
9620 Aspen Lane
Conifer, CO 80433
303-437- 8856
pleaseprotect@gmail.com
http://www.autorecruitingplatform.com/protect

Coloradans Unaware of New Health Insurance Requirements

Colorado HealthOP Helps Coloradans Prepare to Purchase Health Insurance

Denver, CO, August 21, 2013 — According to a June 2013 Gallup poll, nearly half (43 percent) of uninsured Americans are unaware that they are required by law to carry health insurance by January 1, 2014. In Colorado, that translates to more than 350,000 Coloradans who may not know that they have less than five months to find health insurance coverage.

The new health insurance requirements come with penalties for those who do not comply. Consumers who do not secure health insurance coverage in 2014 may have to pay fines of $95 per adult or 1 percent of adjusted family income – whichever is greater. Fines will escalate in future years. With October’s open enrollment period just around the corner, now is the time to get educated.

To help prepare Coloradans for new health insurance requirements, Colorado HealthOP, Colorado’s first statewide nonprofit health insurance cooperative (CO-OP), offers advice to help individuals make the best choices for their personal and financial health.

“Recent changes in healthcare make it possible for more people than ever to have access to affordable, quality health insurance,” said Julia Hutchins, chief executive officer of Colorado HealthOP. “The biggest challenge the healthcare community faces is educating Coloradans – whether they are uninsured, underinsured or unhappy with their current health insurance – about the options that are now available and how to access them.”

In preparation for these new health insurance requirements, Colorado HealthOP recommends Coloradans follow six steps to get health insurance coverage:

1. Learn more about how health reform affects you and your family. Changes in healthcare affect every Coloradan. Colorado HealthOP offers details about how the changes may impact you and your family on its website www.COHealthOP.org.

2. Ask your employer about coverage. If you are employed, find out if your employer will offer health insurance in 2014. Recent changes in healthcare make it more affordable for many small employers to cover their employees.

3. Familiarize yourself with Connect for Health Colorado. If you do not receive healthcare coverage through your employer, you have the option of purchasing an individual plan through Connect for Health Colorado, the state’s online health insurance marketplace. Enrollment begins October 1, and you will start receiving coverage January 1.

4. Find out if you qualify for tax credits. Many individuals and families are now eligible for tax credits to help cover the cost of health insurance. Colorado HealthOP can help you determine whether you qualify. Visit Colorado HealthOP’s website or call 720.627.8900 to speak with an insurance expert.

5. Do your homework. Individuals and families will have access to a variety of health insurance plans from multiple carriers. While many will look at cost as a major factor in their decision-making, there are other important considerations, such as:

- Do you prefer working with a nonprofit or a for-profit health insurance company?

- Does the company offer wellness benefits or incentives to help your family stay healthy and save money?

- Does the company have a reputation for good customer service?

Visit www.COHealthOP.org for more information about Colorado HealthOP’s plans.

6. Sign up! Be informed before open enrollment starts. Sign up to receive information so that you’re ready to enroll for health insurance coverage in October.

“Unfortunately, the people who are most affected by the new health insurance requirements are those who are least aware of what they need to do,” Hutchins continued. “As a health insurance cooperative, we are committed to providing affordable, quality and hassle-free coverage. We are also dedicated to helping Coloradans take charge of their own healthcare decision-making.”

For more information about Colorado HealthOP or to learn more about how changes in healthcare affect you or your family, visit www.COHealthOP.org.

About Colorado HealthOP
Colorado HealthOP offers a new alternative to traditional health insurance in Colorado. A nonprofit health insurance cooperative, Colorado HealthOP and its members are committed to providing affordable, quality coverage to individuals and employers interested in making a difference in their own health, their employees’ health and the health of their community. Colorado HealthOP aims to improve health outcomes by putting the responsibility for consumers’ care back into the hands of the cooperative’s members and providers. A private market solution tailored for individuals and employers, Colorado HealthOP will begin open enrollment in October 2013 via Connect for Health Colorado, Colorado’s health insurance marketplace, and through independent brokers and agents. Coverage will begin January 1, 2014. For more information about Colorado HealthOP, please visit www.COHealthOP.org or call 720.627.8900.

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Anna Beaty
CSG PR
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Denver, Colo., 80206
303-433-7020
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