Extech’s Earth Day Tools to Help You Go Green

Extech’s Earth Day Tools to Help You Go Green

Extech Instruments announces its annual Earth Day list of ingenious test tools to help you go green. In recognition of efforts around the world to celebrate Earth Day, Extech is spotlighting Extech meters and monitors that are specifically designed to help you reduce your energy consumption in a variety of ways.

Waltham, MA (Vocus) April 22, 2010

Extech Instruments announces its annual Earth Day list of ingenious test tools to help individuals go green. In recognition of efforts around the world to celebrate Earth Day, Extech is spotlighting Extech meters and monitors that are specifically designed to help reduce energy consumption in a variety of ways. To learn more about any of the tools below, visit http://www. extech. com/instruments (http://www. extech. com/instruments) and enter the listed product name or model number below.

Extech’s Smart Plug-In Energy Monitor (EM100) helps reveal how much energy is used by any plug-in electrical device from a cell-phone charger to major appliances, motors, or pumps. Plus, it calculates a dollar value for how much it costs to operate the device. To help reduce energy usage, the EM100 can store up to a half-year’s worth of detailed energy usage data which can be transferred via SD card for analysis on a computer. Find out how much it costs just to leave a TV plugged in, for example, by week, month, or year. Plus, the convenient rotating plug lets it fit practically anywhere.

Sometimes maintaining a healthy indoor environment is as important as monitoring outdoor variables. The Indoor Air Quality CO2 Monitor from Extech (CO200) provides important insights on the presence of carbon dioxide, air temperature, and humidity. The attractive, table top or desktop unit displays numerical data plus easy to understand Good, Normal and Poor air quality indicators. As more energy efficient homes and buildings are built or retro-fitted, it is more important than ever to ensure healthy indoor air quality resulting tightly-sealed, high performance building envelopes.

A big part of improving the energy efficiency of a home or commercial space is finding any areas where heating and cooling may be escaping, causing increased energy use. Infrared cameras are ideal for finding such “thermal leaks.” At under two thousand dollars (USD), the Extech i5 is the lowest cost, general use infrared camera that can actually show a picture of where inside air may be escaping, or outside air may be infiltrating your home. Moisture intrusion is also plainly visible helping to identify building envelope problems. Already used by thousands of pros, the Extech i5 lets a user capture JPEG pictures of thermal leaks that he/she can easily email or share with insulation installers or energy efficiency professionals.

While the entry price of even the most affordable infrared camera may be out of many budgets, Extech also offers an infrared thermometer that is also helpful in identifying thermal leaks at a fraction of the cost. The Extech’s Color Alert Dual Laser Infrared Thermometer (42509) lets users aim two converging lasers at areas around windows, doors, baseboards, etc. to check for possible leaks. Along with an audio alert, the unit’s display changes from blue to red when a temperature jump is detected, indicating an anomaly. The color alert system makes it easy to focus on aiming instead of monitoring fluctuating numerical values.

For businesses looking for a robust tool to analyze power usage of electrical equipment installed on-site, or for companies that need to quantify and benchmark energy usage of the products or appliances they sell, the legend in the industry is the Extech True RMS Power Analyzer Datalogger (380803). This versatile meter datalogs AC and DC power loads, providing users with valuable power usage data (Watts, Power Factor or VA, Voltage or Hz, Amps). The Extech Power Analyzer Datalogger is the device of choice for Dell Laboratories, ExtremeTech, GameSpot, Intel, MaximumPC, PCStats, PC Perspective, TechReport, United States Air Force Civil Engineer Support Agency, XBit Laboratories, and others.

The Mini Thermo-Anemometer from Extech (45158) is a very handy, pocket-sized tool that is useful in monitoring the performance of a home or commercial heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system. The compact unit can monitor airflow in vents and returns, as well as measure air temperature and humidity – useful indicators of how well a central air system is working for example. For individuals considering installing wind energy turbines, the weatherproof and tripod-mountable Mini Thermo-Anemometer can also be used outside for preliminary wind speed monitoring.

How to Order:
Extech products are available at popular distributors (http://distributor. extech. com (http://distributor. extech. com)) and retailers such as Lowes and Sears. To shop with online retailers, search model numbers mentioned above using Google’s Product Search: http://www. google. com/products (http://www. google. com/products). Visit extech. com for additional product details and specifications.

About Extech Instruments, a FLIR Company
Headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts, USA, Extech Instruments is one of the largest suppliers of test and measurement equipment worldwide. Founded in 1971, Extech is known for its depth and breadth of products and its innovation in providing instruments with unique combinations of features that make them highly useful and very convenient. All Extech meters are distributed worldwide through leading representatives, distributors and OEMs. The company is ISO 9001 2000 certified and is a wholly owned subsidiary of FLIR Systems, Inc.

Contact:
André Rebelo
Global PR Manager
Extech Instruments
781-434-3901

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Global Soy Foods Market to Reach US$42.3 Billion by 2015, According to a New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc

Global Soy Foods Market to Reach US$42.3 Billion by 2015, According to a New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

GIA announces the release of a comprehensive global report on Soy Foods markets. The global market for Soy Foods is forecast to reach US$42.3 billion by the year 2015. Increasing health consciousness, growing demand for nutritious diets, and rising consumer awareness about the health benefits of soy foods are the key factors fueling growth in the global soy foods market. Other market drivers include increase in aging population, growing popularity of organic soyfoods, and introduction of innovative new products.

San Jose, CA (Vocus/PRWEB) January 10, 2011

Worldwide soy foods market continues to be driven by increasing awareness among consumers about the health benefits offered, including heart health, bone health, and protection from cancer. In addition to its high protein and fiber content, Soyfoods provide low concentration of saturated fat, and is completely without cholesterol. Soy foods have now emerged as a healthier and convenient dietary alternative in developed nations. Even in developing markets, soy foods have found a place in the mainstream market and are provided as packaged foods in several varieties. The shift of soy foods from small-sized natural food outlets to mainstream markets in developing countries could be attributed to market liberalization and improved supply network. The market for soy-based products expanded considerably with innovative and continuous launch of various soy products. Formerly, soy products found in retail stores were limited to tofu, bitter-tasting soymilk and poorly textured meat analogues. With advanced technology, development of tasty soy products has become easier. Several types of tasty soy beverages and snacks continue to hit the market every year.

Global demand for soy foods witnessed a significant increase over the past years. Although the market witnessed a 6% growth from 2006-2007, the market for soy supplements was adversely impacted by the anti-soy allegations that surfaced during that time. However, subsequent research and investigations rendered the allegations vague on grounds of incorrect research methodology used to come to such inferences. The soy foods industry, thereafter, recovered from the controversies and has since been marching forward.

Asia-Pacific represents the largest regional market for Soy Foods worldwide, as stated by the new market research report on Soy Foods. The US trails behind Asia-Pacific, followed by the European market. Future market growth is expected to be driven by developing regional markets such as Asia-Pacific and Latin America. Latin American market for soy foods alone is projected to register a compounded annual growth rate of more than 4.0% during the analysis period. Segment wise, Whole Soy Foods represents the largest product segment. Market for Soy Ingredients is projected to record a compounded annual growth rate of 3.4% during the analysis period.

Increase in aged population represents a major driver for improving soyfood sales. Aging population also influence the commercial viability of soy products and depicts increased concern for major disorders such as heart diseases, primarily common between 35 and 54 years of age. In addition, soy proteins are alternatively used as meat substitute that encourages aged consumers to consume soy products. Several supplement companies formulate soy-based products to meet the special nutritional requirements of women. The latest trend is to combine other herbal or Vitamin, Mineral and Supplement (VMS) ingredients with soy or hormonal stage-specific conditions. Companies are increasingly turning towards soy products addressing women health. Several soy supplement manufacturers introduced unique formulations, including breakfast cereals and bars marketed as rich sources of soy protein.

Major players profiled in the report include Alpro, Archer Daniels Midland Company, Dean Foods Company, Eden Foods, Inc, Galaxy Nutritional Foods, Inc., Hain Celestial Group, Kikkoman Group, Soyaworld Inc., The Solae Company and Turtle Island Foods, Inc.

The research report titled “Soy Foods: A Global Strategic Business Report” announced by Global Industry Analysts Inc., provides a comprehensive review of the soy foods markets, impact of the recession on the market, current market trends, key growth drivers, recent product introductions, recent industry activity, and profiles of major/niche global as well as regional market participants. The report provides annual sales estimates and projections for soy foods market for the years 2007 through 2015 for the following geographic markets - US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Rest of World. Key product segments analyzed include Whole Soy Foods (Soy milk and Others), Soy Ingredients, and Soy Oil. Also, a seven-year (2000-2006) historic analysis is provided for additional perspective.

For more details about this comprehensive market research report, please visit – http://www. strategyr. com/Soy_Foods_Market_Report. asp

About Global Industry Analysts, Inc.
Global Industry Analysts, Inc., (GIA) is a reputed publisher of off-the-shelf market research. Founded in 1987, the company is globally recognized as one of the world’s largest market research publishers. The company employs over 800 people worldwide and publishes more than 1200 full-scale research reports each year. Additionally, the company also offers thousands of smaller research products including company reports, market trend reports, and industry reports encompassing all major industries worldwide.

Global Industry Analysts, Inc.
Telephone: 408-528-9966
Fax: 408-528-9977
Email: press(at)StrategyR(dot)com
Web Site: http://www. StrategyR. com/

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Non Profit Program Supports Renewable Energy Projects With Low Interest Loans

Non Profit Program Supports Renewable Energy Projects With Low Interest Loans

New Generation Energy announces project development initiative for community scale projects.

Boston, MA (PRWEB) October 16, 2008

New Generation Energy (NGE), a non-profit organization that supports community-based renewable energy projects, today announced that it will be launching a Project Development Initiative (PDI) to provide low interest loans to support community solar, wind, biomass, and efficiency projects.

New Generation Energy's PDI seeks to invest in the development of community based renewable energy projects in New England and New York by providing loans of $25K - $2.5M with interest rates as low as 3.0%. Eligible projects include those based at community colleges, universities, primary and secondary schools, hospitals & health care clinics, non-profits, businesses, designated low income housing, and municipal or public buildings.

Typical terms for these loans are between 3 and 10 years in length. Funds are invested directly in specific projects, or through partners such as community banks, ESCOs (Energy Service Companies), regional energy initiatives, or other project investors. Loans are available for projects which utilize solar-PV, solar-thermal, wind, biomass, and cogeneration capacity, as well as loans which support energy efficiency improvements.

Funds for NGE's community project investments come from the sale of Renewable Energy Investment Notes. These investments are fixed interest, fixed term, debt notes that are offered in denominations from $1,000 to $1,000,000+. Proceeds from REIN's are used to provide loans that significantly reduce the cost of developing renewable energy projects for non-profits, municipalities, and community-based businesses.

Chuck Lewin, Director of New Generation Energy, comments: "NGE's Project Development Initiative will serve as a catalyst for increasing renewable energy production in the US. By offering below market loans to qualifying community-based renewable energy and energy efficiency projects, NGE will make clean energy more affordable and available."

About New Generation Energy:
New Generation Energy, founded in 2006, provides investment opportunities for consumers and businesses in the areas of renewable energy, conservation, and the environment. Our investments provide affordable capital that helps get America on a clean and safe energy path, supports communities, and provides returns to our investors. NGE's work is aimed at addressing the key barriers to the creation of renewable energy through an investment vehicle that maximizes environmental impact and clean energy production for each dollar invested.

For more information on New Generation Energy please contact Associate Director Karla Franco at (617) 624-3688, email at: kfranco @ newgenerationenergy. org, or visit our website at www. newgenerationenergy. org.

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Common Symptoms of Hearing Loss

Common Symptoms of Hearing Loss

Being aware of the symptoms of hearing loss can help identify the condition in oneself, friends, and family members. Early detection can improve quality of life or chances for recovery.

(PRWEB) June 25, 2004

One should know and be able to recognize the symptoms of hearing loss. Further, being receptive to seeking treatment is vital to maintaining quality of life, since hearing loss might foster a sense of disability and isolation from social interaction, which can lead to depression.

Ten common signals of possible hearing loss are:

1) Difficulty hearing over the telephone

2) Trouble following the conversation when two or more people speak at once

3) Complaints that the TV volume is too high

4) Straining to understand conversation

5) Trouble hearing in a noisy background

6) Asking people to repeat themselves

7) People seem to mumble

8) Misunderstanding what others say; responding inappropriately

9) Trouble understanding the speech of women and children

10) Annoying others by misunderstanding what they say

The presence of three or more of these symptoms could indicate some level of hearing loss.

This information is brought to you by Songbird Hearing Inc., a privately held company from Cranbury, New Jersey. Started in 1997 to develop a line of disposable hearing aids, it has since become a leader in improving hearing health.

The companyÂ’s newest product is the Songbird 400 Hour Digital Hearing Aid, providing exceptional digital sound quality at $59 each. The Songbird 400 Hour is available without a hearing exam, at www. SongbirdStore. com. Or call 1-800-251-6622.

Broadlane and MediSend International Collaborate to Improve Healthcare Conditions in Developing Countries

Broadlane and MediSend International Collaborate to Improve Healthcare Conditions in Developing Countries

An agreement was signed at MediSend International's Dallas headquarters that will have a far-reaching and positive impact on developing healthcare systems worldwide.

Dallas (Vocus) May 27, 2008

Broadlane announced today that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) agreement with MediSend International, a Dallas-based non-profit humanitarian organization, to support MediSend's mission of improving healthcare systems in developing countries through sustainable programs in education and the distribution of desperately needed medical supplies and biomedical equipment.

Under this agreement, Broadlane will actively work with its suppliers and clients – acute care hospitals, ambulatory care facilities, physician practices and other healthcare providers – to donate new medical supplies, equipment and biomedical equipment to MediSend’s global healthcare initiatives.

"We are pleased to help MediSend in their efforts to obtain supplies and biomedical equipment for clinics and hospitals in countries that simply do not have the economic assets to attain the necessary products for patient care," said David Ricker, president and chief operating officer, Broadlane. “This relationship is a win-win situation. We help connect MediSend with our suppliers for new supplies and equipment donations and provide options for our hospital and integrated delivery network clients with excess supplies and equipment."

MediSend operates a biomedical repair laboratory in its global headquarters at the Elisabeth Dahan Humanitarian Center, located in Dallas, Texas. The laboratory, funded by the ExxonMobil Foundation, serves to repair and refurbish all biomedical equipment that MediSend ships to developing countries worldwide. This laboratory also serves as a training facility where students from developing countries obtain first-hand professional education and training, working with biomedical equipment. As part of the training program, MediSend trainees often repair equipment scheduled for shipment to their home-country hospitals.

“MediSend is thankful for Broadlane’s partnership and support in our humanitarian programs,” said Nick Hallack, president and chief executive officer, MediSend International. "We are excited about this new relationship and commend Broadlane for their commitment to social responsibility. This agreement will have a very positive and far-reaching impact on developing healthcare systems worldwide."

About MediSend International
MediSend International is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, humanitarian organization that provides medical aid and education to people in need in developing countries worldwide. MediSend's global mission includes educational and training programs in biomedical technologies and the distribution of medical supplies and biomedical equipment in long-term and disaster relief programs.

About Broadlane
Broadlane is a leading supply chain services company serving thousands of acute care hospitals, ambulatory care facilities, physician practices and other healthcare providers throughout the United States.

Broadlane provides comprehensive supply chain services including:
High-powered national and custom contracting Innovative Procurement Services and technology Informatics – benchmarking, analytics and reporting Deep clinical and operational expertise Resource Management Services

Broadlane's clients include leading providers such as Advocate Health Care, Ascension Health, CHRISTUS Health, Continuum Health Partners, Kaiser Permanente, Kindred Healthcare, MedCath Corporation, New Hanover Regional Medical Center, Sisters of Charity of Leavenworth Health System, St. Luke’s Episcopal Health System, Tenet Healthcare, The Health Alliance of Greater Cincinnati, US Oncology, UMass Memorial Health Care and Beaumont Hospitals.

The company is headquartered in Dallas with offices in Cincinnati, Detroit, Houston, Kansas City, New York City and Oakland. For more information, visit www. broadlane. com.

Media Contact: Jim Webb
Broadlane
972.813.7782
Jim. webb @ broadlane. com

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Avalon Group Ltd. Announces Two Senior Banking Additions

Avalon Group Ltd. Announces Two Senior Banking Additions

Key staffers to head firm’s growing Alternative Energy & Clean Technology Group

New York (PRWEB) June 17, 2010

Avalon Group, Ltd., a leading investment bank and strategic advisory firm, is pleased to announce the additions of Thomas I. Apperson and Ira S. Rubenstein to the firm’s Alternative Energy & Clean Technology Group. Together Mr. Apperson and Mr. Rubenstein bring over 30 years of experience with both public and private companies in this sector, with numerous successful enterprise and project financing transactions between them. Based in New York and Prague, they will advise companies on capital raises, deal structure and project development in solar, wind, water, biogas, biomass, energy storage and energy efficiency sectors.

“We are pleased that Tom and Ira have joined our team, bringing to Avalon the ability to assist both public and private companies in the alternative energy and clean technology sectors,” said Lynda Davey, Chief Executive Officer of Avalon Group Ltd. “Opportunities in these sectors are experiencing increased momentum, despite the recent financial turmoil, and Avalon is ideally positioned to assist companies with growth capital requirements to plan and execute project-related capital formation strategies and raises. The extension of Avalon’s reach into Europe coincides with the rapid growth in development of renewable energy and related infrastructure projects, particularly across Central and Eastern Europe, and also provides our clients access to European sources of “smart” sector-related capital.”

“Tom and Ira bring the experience and specialized knowledge of this rapidly growing sector to our group to complement our existing vertical expertise in consumer products, healthcare and the oil and gas industry,” commented Ariel Imas, Co-President of the Capital Markets Division at Avalon.

Prior to joining Avalon, Mr. Apperson was a Managing Director at such notable firms as Bradley Woods & Co., Spencer Clarke LLC, Halyard Restructuring Group and also served as President of Glenis Group Inc. Select capital transactions and advisory assignments include: advising and a subsequent project financing and capital raise for a private U. S. biofuels company; advising an early stage solar company in the development of large scale installations; and advising a publicly traded energy company on its expansion capacity to develop coal, oil and gas, and coal bed methane properties. Mr. Apperson was instrumental in securing a full financing package (equity, mezzanine and debt) for the first ethanol plant to be developed on a fully merchant basis in the United States.

Mr. Rubenstein, will be based in Prague where he will serve as a Senior Advisor to Avalon. He was previously a Managing Director at Bradley Woods & Co. and Spencer Clarke LLC and he continues to be a Partner at Traficon s. r.o. in Prague. Mr. Rubenstein successfully advised a U. S. public company in its negotiations to develop Ukrainian coal-bed methane resources in joint venture with a market leading industrial conglomerate. Mr. Rubenstein is a frequent speaker on alternative energy and clean technology matters, recently making presentations at: BuildGreenCEE 2010; PV Power Plants European Union 2010; and the European Solar Investment and Finance Summit.

About Avalon Group, Ltd.
A leading, boutique investment bank and strategic advisory firm, Avalon Group, Ltd. provides clients the quality and technical expertise of a major investment bank while maintaining the confidential personal service and efficiency of a boutique firm. Our services include arranging private investments, registered direct offerings, and PIPEs; as well as providing fairness opinions, mergers and acquisitions, restructuring, and strategic advisory services. Since 1992, Avalon has worked with high caliber, committed corporate leaders to expand their businesses, re-capitalize or re-organize firms, sell or purchase divisions, and arrange liquidity events. Our clients have ranged from mid-market, private companies and Fortune 500 companies to multi-national entities and early stage ventures. For more information on Avalon Group and Avalon Securities, its affiliated FINRA, SIPC and SEC registered broker-dealer please visit www. avalongroupltd. com.

Media Contact:
Lynda Davey, Chief Executive Officer
212-764-5610
Www. avalongroupltd. com

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PR and Communications Professionals Set to Converge on Washington D. C. for Vocus Users' Conference

PR and Communications Professionals Set to Converge on Washington D. C. for Vocus Users' Conference

Company's sixth annual conference expected to draw a record number of attendees and more than 50 industry-leading speakers to Washington, D. C.

LANHAM, MD (Vocus) May 31, 2007

Vocus, Inc., (NASDAQ: VOCS) a leading provider of on-demand software for public relations management (http://www. vocus. com/content/publicrelations. asp), today announced a roster of more than 50 industry leaders will gather to speak at the company's sixth annual Users' Conference (http://www. vocus. com/uc2007/home2.html) in Washington, D. C. from June 6-8, 2007. Vocus customers will gather to discuss how their organizations can use Vocus to increase the effectiveness of their public relations (http://www. vocus. com/content/publicrelations. asp), government relations (http://www. vocus. com/content/governmentrelations. asp) and PAC campaigns (http://www. vocus. com/content/pac. asp).

Speakers for the conference were selected from among Vocus' customer-base and will present on prominent industry topics including social media, crisis communications and issue advocacy.

"Our Users' Conference is the only gathering of its kind in the industry, highlighting the ability of Vocus' on-demand software to transform public relations, government relations and PAC campaigns," said Bill Wagner (http://www. vocus. com/content/managementwagner. asp), chief marketing officer at Vocus, Inc. "We are especially proud that our sessions are led primarily by customers, ensuring a 'real-world' perspective that helps bring the topics to life."

Speakers include industry leaders from the following organizations: ASPCA, Bass Pro Shops, Goodwill Industries, Carnegie Hall, Sprint Nextel, SHRM, Healthways, Inc., Rohm and Haas, Southwest Airlines, National Electrical Contractors Association, Michelin, PETCO, National Air Traffic Controllers Association, Johnson & Johnson, CyberDefender, State and Federal Communications and New York Life.

The sixth annual Vocus Users' Conference will take place at The Ritz-Carlton Hotel in downtown Washington, D. C. More information can be found by visiting www. vocus. com/uc2007 (http://www. vocus. com/uc2007).

About Vocus, Inc.
Vocus, Inc. (NASDAQ: VOCS) is a leading provider of on-demand software for public relations management. Our web-based software suite helps organizations of all sizes to fundamentally change the way they communicate with both the media and the public, optimizing their public relations and increasing their ability to measure its impact. Our on-demand software addresses the critical functions of public relations including media relations, news distribution and news monitoring. We deliver our solutions over the Internet using a secure, scalable application and system architecture, which allows our customers to eliminate expensive up-front hardware and software costs and to quickly deploy and adopt our on-demand software. Vocus is used by over 1,800 organizations worldwide and is available in five languages. Vocus is based in Lanham, MD with offices in North America, Europe, and Asia. For more information please visit www. vocus. com or call 800.345.5572.

This release contains "forward-looking" statements that are made pursuant to the Safe Harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Statements that are predictive in nature, that depend upon or refer to future events or conditions, or that include words such as "may," "will," "expects," "projects," "anticipates," "estimates," "believes," "intends," "plans," "should," "seeks," and similar expressions. Forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties that may cause actual future results to differ materially from those projected or contemplated in the forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements may be significantly impacted by certain risks and uncertainties described in Vocus' filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

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Plant Closure, Demolition and Remediation Experts Launch Redevelopment Campaign

Plant Closure, Demolition and Remediation Experts Launch Redevelopment Campaign

Restoration Environmental Contractors (REC), experts in environmental remediation, demolition, disaster recovery, plant closures and industrial site remediation, has launched a plan to help businesses strengthen their competitive positions after the decision has been made to close plants, and further, promote a positive corporate image through retraining and employing the local workforce.

Toronto, ON (PRWEB) October 7, 2008

Restoration Environmental Contractors (REC), www. environmentalhazards. com], experts in demolition (http://www. recdemolition. com/), disaster recovery (http://www. recdisaster. com/), plant closures and industrial site remediation, is proud to announce the launch of a redevelopment strategy and anti-recession campaign, designed to help businesses who have decided to shut down their plants, sell off assets, to recover idle property, save on taxes, and re-train and employ the former local workforce while redeveloping old sites.

"The number of plants closing throughout Ontario and the U. S. is on the rise. Businesses see this as a necessary move in order to remain competitive through tough economic times," says Don Bremner, CEO and President of Restoration Environmental Contractors. "Many corporations are writing off old, inefficient or obsolete plants, old technology assets and capital project spending that has been determined to be of no further value. Corporate expectations are that these actions will reduce overhead and ultimately produce positive income. Nevertheless, companies will still need to pay industrial building taxes, even though the facility is shut down. Further, is the effect on families and the community. The shutdown of hundreds of manufacturing facilities has meant the complete loss of hundreds of thousands jobs. All of this goes into creating a tremendously negative impression about the corporation."

REC's program can help. Its new redevelopment strategy will allow for job creation and retraining, for this workforce to help with the environmental remediation, decommissioning and/or demolition of the site, thereby minimizing the negative consequences of necessary business decisions. The result is a win-win for both the local economy and the parent company, which ends up with a much more positive corporate image.

Since 1989, REC has successfully completed over 9,000 environmental remediation and demolition projects throughout Canada, specializing in industrial plant cleaning, decommissioning closures, site remediation and disaster recovery in the industrial, commercial, government, and institutional sectors.

REC senior project management and site supervisory team has accumulated more than one million hours of on-site environmental remediation contracting experience in the removal of all hazardous materials, including; asbestos, mould, lead dust, PCBs, heavy metals, plant decommissioning, site decontamination, soil remediation, and demolition.

REC is a full-service emergency response contractor committed to excellence in health and safety whose record is impeccable. REC's strength lies with its highly trained people, and has over 100 unionized professionals on call to address a variety of needs.

REC's reputation has been established by the quality of the services it provides and by relationships built on trust. This philosophy has become the cornerstone of its business.

Because each environmental and demolition project is unique, REC assembles a specific team of professionals that will bring the desired solutions to the project. REC has the vision and the experience to deliver quality environmental and demolition services at a competitive price to meet every business need.

REC provides remediation options tailor-made for each project from the start, whether they are emergency service calls, small maintenance calls, or multi-million dollar demolition and environmental abatement projects. REC believes that the process should be simple, so the company creates options that offer sound environmental solutions.

REC can meet the needs of businesses planning a plant closure, an abatement, environmental, demolition or restoration project. REC can help businesses prepare for a disaster or emergency. REC can also provide on-call Emergency Response services.

REC services include:
Environmental Abatement and Remediation Contractors Demolition; Deconstruction, Asset Recovery, Equipment Dismantling Hazardous Materials Removal; Asbestos, Mould, PCBs, Lead Plant Closures: Industrial Plant Decommissioning/Cleaning of Heavy Metals Disaster Recovery: Fire, Sewage Backup, Flood, Water, Wind Damage Restoration Emergency Response Service - Bonded/Police approved Staff for Security

REC is a turnkey, full-service, emergency response contractor. As a recognized leader in the industry, REC can provide up to $20 million dollars, 100% Performance Bond capacity and up to $10 million in environmental/pollution general liability insurance coverage for every project. REC has worked for a number of government agencies and other corporate clients where a high level of security or police clearance (CPIC) is required and REC is an approved NATO Department of National Defense Contractor. For more information on REC's services, please visit www. recdemolition. com, www. environmentalhazards. com, www. recdisaster. com or www. soilremediation. com.

Contact:
Don Bremner
CEO, President
416-717-0541
Rec@restorationenvironmental. com

Restoration Environmental Contractors - REC Demolition - REC Disaster Recovery - REC Fire Water Flood Damage Restoration
P. O. Box 746
10 Stalwart Industrial Drive, Unit 5
Gormley, Ontario L0H 1G0

Head Office: Telephone (905) 888-0066
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Toronto: (416)-543-4719
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Loaded with Features and Incredibly Easy to Use, New Matrix Treadmills are Exercise-inspiring

Loaded with Features and Incredibly Easy to Use, New Matrix Treadmills are Exercise-inspiring

The T Series treadmills - T7xe, T7x and T5x - offer a stunning array of features, including a 15-inch touch-screen LCD TV on the T7xe and compatibility with iPod® on the T7xe and T7x. All three models were designed with the input of fitness enthusiasts, so they are extremely intuitive and fun to use.

Cottage Grove, Wis. (PRWEB) October 25, 2008

Entertainment and exercise have never come together so beautifully. The all-new Matrix T Series treadmills, from Johnson Health Tech North America Corp., are coming early next year to leading health clubs around the country.

The T Series treadmills - T7xe, T7x and T5x - offer a stunning array of features, including a 15-inch touch-screen LCD TV on the T7xe and compatibility with iPod® on the T7xe and T7x. All three models were designed with the input of fitness enthusiasts, so they are extremely intuitive and fun to use. Introduced recently at Club Industry, a trade show for health club products, they are the brand's most advanced, innovative, exercise-inspiring treadmills to date.

"The T Series treadmills are tremendously approachable, incredibly easy to use and above all, enormously inspirational," said Chris Clawson, president and CEO of JHTNAC. "They will change the way people use fitness equipment."

T7xe 15-inch Touch-Screen LCD TV Console

The T7xe features a dazzling 15-inch touch-screen LCD TV with Vista Clear Television Technology for a crisp, vibrant picture (also on the T7x) and FitTouch Technology for intuitive touch-screen functionality.

The display also lets users select what workout feedback data they want to see, at the touch of a finger. A feature like the "last" button on a TV remote enables exercisers to toggle between their current and most recent incline levels and between their current and most recent speeds.

The T7xe also offers an industry first: Users can view videos and TV programs on every inch of an integrated 15-inch screen, thanks to a secondary LCD data display that shows workout time and distance.

Compatible with iPod

The new T7xe and T7x treadmills enable users to view, play and control their music and videos for iPod directly through the T7xe's integrated 15-inch touch-screen and on the T7x's integrated 7-inch screen. A silicon pad holds the iPod in place even when the treadmill is inclined, protects it from scratches and prevents it from rattling. Also, iPod devices charge when connected.

Other Features

All three new treadmills boast the Ultimate Deck System, which absorbs impact for a soft user feel. They also have the Matrix Dynamic Response Drive System, the same proven drive system that's on the current Matrix T5x treadmill. Coupled with advanced controller technology, the Matrix Dynamic Response Drive continuously monitors and adjusts the motor's output to ensure each stride is smooth, fluid and even.

All three models also feature:
--An integrated, three-speed fan
--A large, 22-inch-by-60-inch running surface
--A low, 9.5-inch step-up height for easy entering and exiting

About Matrix Fitness Systems

Matrix Fitness Systems (www. matrixfitness. com) is the premium commercial brand of Johnson Health Tech North America Corp. and comprises a complete line of cardiovascular and strength-training equipment for health clubs and other fitness facilities.

About Johnson Health Tech North America Corp.

Johnson Health Tech North America Corp. is a leading provider of a full-line of cardiovascular and strength-training equipment for health clubs, vertical markets and homes. Its brands include Horizon Fitness (consumer exercise equipment), Matrix Fitness Systems (commercial products) and Vision Fitness (specialty equipment).

JHTNAC's parent company, Johnson Health Tech, Co. Ltd., has been producing premium fitness equipment since 1975 and is the world's fastest growing manufacturer of fitness equipment.

This press release may contain forward-looking statements. There are a number of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those anticipated by the statements above. These include, but are not limited to, competitive factors, technological and product developments, market demand and economic conditions.

IPod is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U. S. and other countries

Vista Clear, FitTouch, Ultimate Deck System, and Dynamic Response Drive System are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Johnson Health Tech. Co., Ltd.

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Taking an Integrated, Holistic Approach to Health

Taking an Integrated, Holistic Approach to Health

Most people think of therapeutic massage —bodywork—as a means of promoting relaxation and providing relief from the everyday stresses of life. While massage therapy can dramatically improve the quality of your life, therapeutic bodywork offers so much more.

Sturbridge, MA (PRWEB) August 26, 2006

Most people think of therapeutic massage —bodywork—as a means of promoting relaxation and providing relief from the everyday stresses of life. While massage therapy can dramatically improve the quality of your life, therapeutic bodywork offers so much more.

“My mission is to provide my clients with an integrated approach to massage therapy that combines bodywork, ergonomics, and postural and movement reeducation. As an Aston-Patterning® practitioner I tailor each therapy session to the specific needs of my client’s body,” said Linda St. Laurent owner of Le Visage Integrative Massage Therapy located at Center Styling on 48 Main Street (Route 131) in Sturbridge.

St. Laurent takes a detailed history and conducts a pretreatment observation of the person’s simple and specific movements. “This enables me to ascertain one’s postural alignment and tension-holding patterns,” she explained. “By assessing the body’s natural integrity and alignment I design a specific movement therapy that allows the body to be dynamic, move naturally, and improve its function, balance, and coordination.”

Spiraling Touch is part of the Aston-Patterning® approach. This method releases unessential tension from surface to bone. “It is a painless, hands-on approach that respects and matches the layer, shape, and grain of the soft tissue, allowing me to work from the surface layers through to the bone with ease.” Specialized attention is placed on keeping the whole body in balance as localized tension is released.

Movement education, or neuro-kinetics, is a vital aspect of Aston-Patterning®. The goal is to elicit easy, efficient, and less stressful ways of performing simple movements and release accumulated tension in the body. “Through step-by-step coaching, I teach my clients effortless ways to reduce physical stress and strain, and sustain the effects from the bodywork.”

St. Laurent employs the Kinesis Myofascial Integration (K. M.I.) method which involves the slow, gentle, and deep stretching and opening of the body's fascial and myofascial tissue coupled with movement reeducation. “The method is designed to counteract the adverse effects of poor postural habits and the aftereffects of injury or trauma,” she explained. “The goal of structural integration is to restore skeletal alignment, the reciprocal balance of muscles, and a full-range of anatomical and physiological motion.”

This integrative session combines awareness through movement and breathing designed specifically for the client. “The structural change will increase range of motion, flexibility, balance, and reduce or remove the person’s level of pain.”

Since graduating from the Bancroft School of Massage, St. Laurent has continued her bodywork and movement education and certification under the guidance of the Tom Myers, notable Rolfer/Anatomist in Kinesis Myofascial Structural Integration, Whitney Lowe, the Core Institute, and Konrad J. Obermeier. “It is my desire and goal to create and maintain a trusting rapport with each individual I serve.” 

Le Visage Integrative Massage Therapy is located at Center Styling on 48 Main Street (Route 131) in Sturbridge. 508-347-9554. Please call for photographs.

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Vincent Foods’ Oh Mama! “Delicious Nutrition for a Healthy Pregnancy” - Wins Innovation Award at 2005 International JPMA Show

Vincent Foods’ Oh Mama! “Delicious Nutrition for a Healthy Pregnancy” - Wins Innovation Award at 2005 International JPMA Show

Oh Mama!, the nutrition bar designed for perinatal women, was selected for the Innovative New Product Award at the 2005 International Juvenile Product Manufacturer Association (JPMA) show last month in Orlando, Florida.

Baltimore, MD (PRWEB) June 22, 2005

Oh Mama!, the nutrition bar designed for perinatal women, was selected for the Innovative New Product Award at the 2005 International Juvenile Product Manufacturer Association (JPMA) show last month in Orlando, Florida. Judging in the competition was based on the productÂ’s innovation, marketability, trend setting potential, appeal, and usefulness. The JPMA show attracted four hundred and fifty exhibitors and thousands of new and innovative products.

What makes Oh Mama! so innovative and different from other nutrition bars? It is not simply a prenatal vitamin inside a nutrition bar, but a product designed to fill the nutritional “voids” in a typical diet. Importantly, Oh Mama! delivers difficult-to-get nutrients while avoiding already-abundant vitamins and minerals that, in excess, can be dangerous to a developing baby.

More specifically, Oh Mama! is the only nutrition bar fortified with DHA, an Omega-3 fatty acid, critical for a babyÂ’s brain, visual and central nervous system development. Unfortunately, there are not many sources of DHA in the typical American diet. Pregnant women, in particular, do not get enough of this important nutrient because they are cautioned to limit consumption of certain types of fish (a major source of DHA) due to concerns about mercury intake.

Furthermore, Oh Mama! contains other nutrients that are often difficult for pregnant women to get in sufficient quantities including calcium, iodine, magnesium, iron, and folate. Just as important as what is in Oh Mama! is what is excluded from the bar. Oh Mama! does not contain any vitamin A, zinc, or selenium as these are usually abundant in a womanÂ’s diet and can be dangerous if taken in excess.

The inspiration for Oh Mama! came from, Beth VincentÂ’s (Vincent Foods Co-Founder and CEO) frustration with finding convenient, healthy and satisfying foods during her three pregnancies. Like most pregnant women, Beth became hungry at inconvenient times and was forced to eat what was readily available. Sometimes that meant eating a pop-tart, french fries, or crackers from a vending machine. When BethÂ’s doctor found out about some of the foods she was eating, the doctor recommended Beth eat more nutritious snacks for the health of the developing baby. The problem was that most nutritious snack foods just werenÂ’t convenient to bring to work or on errands. Beth saw that many of her friends also had a difficult time finding healthy and convenient foods to eat while pregnant and she decided to pursue a solution.

“I worked with doctors and nutritionists to design a bar that makes it both easy and enjoyable for women to get the proper nutrition at this time in their lives. In formulating this product we looked at what an average pregnant woman eats. We found that even with the help of a prenatal vitamin certain key nutrient levels were inadequate. Oh Mama! is meant to help those of us who can’t eat the perfect pregnancy diet,” explains Beth Vincent.

Dr. Suzanne Trupin, a Board Certified Obstetrician/Gynecologist, Professor at the University of Illinios Medical School and CEO of WomenÂ’s Health Practice in Champaign, Illinois has this to say about Oh Mama! ,"I am excited to be able to offer the Oh Mama! nutrition bar to my patients. I only wish the bar had been available when I was pregnant with my children!"

Dr. Barbara Luke, ScD., M. P.H., 2005 recipient of March of Dimes Agnes Higgins Award in Maternal Nutrition and best selling author on maternal nutrition states, “As a nutritionist specializing in maternal and child health, I am always on the lookout for foods that help women get the right nutrition. The Oh Mama! bar is a wonderful source of vitamins and minerals for expectant and breastfeeding mothers. This unique product provides a convenient and delicious source of crucial nutrients often lacking in women’s diets. I wholeheartedly recommend Oh Mama! bars.”

With Oh Mama! Beth Vincent aims to create a stylish brand that helps women stay fit while helping their babies stay healthy. Beth has extensive education and work experience in public health and maternal and child health. She graduated from Johns Hopkins School of Public Health with a Masters in Health Policy and Management. She has worked in health care consulting, volunteered in both nutrition and prenatal clinics and has trained as a doula.

A low-fat, low-calorie, high-protein food, Oh Mama! supports active lifestyles. Oh Mama! bars come in three fantastic flavors: chocolate peanut butter, frosted white raspberry and yogurt honey ($22.50 per case of 15 bars when purchased on the Internet) and can be purchased online at www. ohmamabar. com and in many upscale maternity stores nationwide. Oh Mama! bars are also available in an attractive and stylish gift box containing six bars (two in each flavor for $17.50 on the Internet).

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Urch Publishing: New report on global pharmaceutical Research and Development

Urch Publishing: New report on global pharmaceutical Research and Development

TODAY, Urch Publishing launches a wide-ranging report on research and development (R&D) in the global pharmaceutical industry. The report, Research & Development in the Pharmaceutical Industry - Options for success, assesses the critical factors characteristic of a successful R&D organisation and the regulatory and economic environment necessary for R&D to prosper. The reportÂ’s numerous findings include: -industry players are optimistic that drug development times can be reduced: -focus on therapeutic areas to concentrate research efforts is crucial to long-term success: -generics, and now biogenerics, will continue to be a growth sector: -biotechnology companies will continue to be the source of new drugs: -careful management of alliances with drug development/biotechnology companies ensures value for money: and -companies must have appropriate systems in place to maximise R&D productivity.

(PRWEB) February 21, 2004

The report also questions the assumption that companies with high R&D spend will be the most innovative and productive. The report’s author Dr. F. Kermani, an industry analyst, believes the relationship is much more complex. “Although R&D investment by the pharma industry has been on the increase, the number of novel drugs reaching the global market has been on the decline” he said. In 2002, only 28 totally novel drugs were launched onto the world market, a number that was nearly half of the corresponding figure for 1997.

“The success of the pharmaceutical industry is based on significant investment in R&D, much of which is upfront before a company is in a position to market a product. The eventual aim of the company is to be able to finance its R&D entirely by reinvestment of profits generated through pharmaceutical sales. As the general public begin to question industry prices it is important for companies to be able to justify their commercial strategies by highlighting the investment they must make to bring a new drug successfully to market” warns Dr. Kermani.

The competitive and overcrowded nature of the pharmaceutical market means that companies are under pressure to outperform their rivals. By taking the right decision in the discovery and development of products and terminating unsuccessful drugs early, companies will be able to allocate resources more effectively and expedite development. Many companies are restructuring their R&D processes in order to optimise the selection of compounds and information flow across the discovery and development interface. An increasing number of companies have sought collaborations with other companies in order to spread the risks and costs associated with incorporating new technologies.

Research & Development in the Pharmaceutical Industry - Options for success contains information on company R&D organisational structures, the role of patent protection in ensuring a healthy research base, how companies use alliances to boost NCE output, on which therapeutic sectors the industry is concentrating, and how generic drugs companies are developing new drugs in their own right. The text is complimented by case studies from companies such as Amgen, Bioglan Pharma, Genentech, Pharsight and Scotia Holdings. The publication also analyses the regulatory regime required for efficient R&D and the impact of government incentives for R&D (such as tax breaks) on the pharmaceutical industry.

Urch Publishing Ltd is an independent business information publisher dedicated to delivering quality information products to the global pharmaceuticals industry.

For more information contact Urch Publishing on +44 (0) 20 8690 8780 or email press@urchpublishing. com.

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New Book Makes Gift Giving Easy

New Book Makes Gift Giving Easy

As time runs out in the 2003 Christmas gift buying season, the pressure rises to find thoughtful and creative gift ideas. Many men will fail miserably.

(PRWEB) December 7, 2003

Los Angeles, California, December 4, 2003 – Time to buy gifts for this Christmas is running out quickly. Men all over the country are starting to panic. With no clever, original, or creative gift ideas bouncing around in their heads, they are left with little choice but to guess what gifts might possibly be appropriate. More often than not, this results in a myriad of inappropriate and unappreciated presents their significant others are sure to return. A new book by Timothy B. Schnabel, The Gift Giving Handbook For The Inept Man, represents salvation for these confused and frustrated men.

The “typical” man has no prior idea about the gifts they are going to purchase before meandering from store to store. According to Schnabel, this is a tremendous mistake. Creative gift ideas rarely come from wandering aimlessly. Most successful gifts are planned well before the shopping starts. Recognizing the need for good gift giving ideas, Schnabel did the research for you.

The Gift Giving Handbook For The Inept Man contains more than three thousand instant gift possibilities broken down into specific categories like Romantic Gifts, Home Accessories, Electronics, Health and Beauty, Personalized Gifts, Experiences, etc. It also contains a myriad of questions to be answered about her favorite wants, needs, desires, tastes, sizes, wishes, and so on. Finally, there are gift-buying rules and guidelines to help men avoid gift-giving traps and blunders.

This book helps the common man eliminate the dread he feels when gift-giving times roll around. Armed with hundreds of potential gift ideas, shopping becomes easier than it ever has been before.

The Gift Giving Handbook For The Inept Man can be found at your local bookstore, www. giftgivinghandbook. com, and other Internet retailers. Contact Shanem Publishing, 8491 Sunset Blvd. #1700, West Hollywood, CA 90069 for more information

Massachusetts Medical Society Foundation raises $100,000 for Gulf States physicians

Massachusetts Medical Society Foundation raises $100,000 for Gulf States physicians

Mass. Medical Society completes month-long fund-raising campaign to help Gulf States physicians restores medical practice, deliver health care

Waltham, Mass. (PRWEB) November 3, 2005

The Massachusetts Medical Society & Alliance Charitable Foundation announced today that its matching-gift fund-raising effort for the month of October to help physicians in the Gulf States rebuild their medical practices has raised more than $100,000.

The funds will be split among the Baton Rouge Area Foundation, acting as the fiscal agent for the Louisiana State Medical Society, and the Mississippi State Medical Association Foundation. Those organizations will identify physicians who need assistance and determine the amount of funds to give each physician.

The impact of Hurricane Katrina and its aftermath produced a regional health care crisis, as patients couldn’t find their doctors, medical records were lost, and physician practices were destroyed. Preliminary data from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill indicated that nearly 20,000 physicians were affected by Hurricane Katrina, with more than 6,000 physicians engaged in patient care dislocated because of flooding and related damage.

The Foundation established the Disaster Relief Campaign with an initial contribution of $10,000 from the Medical Society and $1,000 from the MMS Alliance, the organization of physicians’ spouses. Donations from individual physicians, medical practices, physicians’ organizations, Alliance members, and medical society staff, along with matching gifts from the Medical Society and the Alliance, brought the total to $100,303.

Established in 2000, the Massachusetts Medical Society and Alliance Charitable Foundation is a supporting organization of the Massachusetts Medical Society, the statewide association of physicians. The MMS Alliance is the organization of physicians’ spouses committed to promoting good health among the citizens of Massachusetts and to advancing the health and well being of the medical family. Since its inception, the Foundation has made more than $780,000 in allotments, supporting such services as medical care for the uninsured and underserved, childhood injury prevention, rape crisis and services for battered women, and homelessness prevention.

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Pinal County Community College District Selects Gilsbar, Inc. to Provide Health Plan Administration Solution

Pinal County Community College District Selects Gilsbar, Inc. to Provide Health Plan Administration Solution

Gilsbar will provide medical claims administration for approximately 800 faculty, staff and covered dependents of the Pinal County Community College District employee health plan.

Phoenix, AZ (PRWEB) December 22, 2004

Gilsbar, Inc., a leading provider of third party administration services has been selected as health plan administrator for the multi-campus Pinal County Community College District. Gilsbar will provide medical claims administration for approximately 800 faculty, staff and covered dependents of the Pinal County Community College District employee health plan.

According to Terry Callaway, Pinal County Community College District President & CEO, “We are very excited with the award of PCCC’s third party administrator service contract to Gilsbar. Through the bid process we found Gilsbar's client references to be excellent, their pricing very competitive and their commitment to technological innovation apparent. We believe our employees will rapidly begin to reap the benefits of Gilsbar’s claim expertise, professionalism and responsiveness. We look forward to working with Gilsbar in an effort to provide our employees with an exceptional benefits program.”

Founded in 1959, Gilsbar, Inc. is a leading provider of comprehensive insurance services. Gilsbar serves employers, affinity groups, insurance companies and individuals. Gilsbar has the unique ability to meet the needs of the individual client, providing customized self-insured plan design, fully-insured options for association health, life and disability, as well as professional liability protection. Gilsbar distinguishes itself through integrity, responsive service, integrated technological solutions and unwavering commitment to client satisfaction. For more information visit our website at http://www. gilsbar. com or call 1-800-413-0125.

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Disney Vactions Now Cheaper Then Ever and Easier To Find

Disney Vactions Now Cheaper Then Ever and Easier To Find

Taking the family on a Disney vacation can be very expencive if you don't where to find the right packages - until now. http://www. disneyinfocenter. com offers is a quick and easy way to get all of the info you need on Disney Vactions.

Round Rock, TX (PRWEB) December 8, 2005

Getting a good deal on Disney vacations, whether for family or not), is getting harder and harder as the years go by.

What used to look like a great deal on a Disney family package is now look at as a money shredding machine just eating the consumers hard earned cash one dollar bill at a time and some people say it's only going to get worst as time goes.

"The Disney vacation package deals of today are far and few between when it comes to an actual good deal. I expect things to get even more pricey for those families who don't know where to look for the 'real deals' online," says Raymond McNally of RTD WebSolutions.

This is exactly why we have taken the time to put the 'Disney Info Center' ( http://www. disneyinfocenter. com (http://www. disneyinfocenter. com)) together for todays internet surfers to freely visit and get information, resources and help from other Disney travelers.

One of the main keys to our new website is the free user forum ( http://www. disneyinfocenter. com/forum/index. php (http://www. disneyinfocenter. com/forum/index. php)), where Families and other indivituals can build a community of safe, smart and willing help people all working together to make sure everyone and their families have a good time and at the same time making sure it's safe for the kids as well.

Our goal with out new Disney Info Site ( http://www. disneyinfocenter. com (http://www. disneyinfocenter. com)) is to help families, friends and people worldwide get the best deals on Disney vacations and have a common meeting place to discuss tips and advice on having the most fun as possible and saving as much as possible at the same time.

Disney Info Center is the opening to health, happy, safe and cheap Disney family vacations for people all across the globe and we are looking forward to keep the site as up to date as possible.

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2-1-1 Child Care Launches 2010 Summer Camp Selection Referrals

2-1-1 Child Care Launches 2010 Summer Camp Selection Referrals

Connecticut nonprofit offers parents free, multilingual referrals to summer camp programs statewide

Rocky Hill, Conn. (PRWEB) May 3, 2010

Looking for exciting and unique programs for your child to enjoy this summer? 2-1-1 Child Care can help. A nonprofit organization serving the State of Connecticut, 2-1-1 Child Care connects parents with child care referral specialists who work to help them find the camp program that best suits their child’s individual needs.

With more than 1,000 day and overnight camps in Connecticut alone, choosing the right camp can be overwhelming for parents.

“Our goal is to help parents navigate the camp enrollment process effectively, so that their children can enjoy a fun and rewarding summer,” said Sherri Sutera, senior vice president of child care services for 2-1-1. “2-1-1 Child Care maintains current listings for summer programs throughout Connecticut and our child care referral specialists are trained to help parents find programs that meet even the most unique or challenging circumstances.”

2-1-1 Child Care maintains listings of general recreation programs as well as specialty camps throughout Connecticut, including those for sports, horseback riding, music and those for children with special health care needs. Each of its child care referral specialists is trained to help parents become informed about the criteria that define a quality summer program and provide insight to help parents choose an appropriate program for their child(ren.)

With the National Camp Association reporting that more than six million children attended camp during the summer of 2009, Sutera encourages parents to do their homework, find the program that best suits the family’s needs and begin the enrollment process as soon as possible:

“With so many children being enrolled in summer programs, parents need to enroll their children early,” Sutera said. “In the current economic climate, parents may also face increased demand for more affordable programs. Consequently, it is increasingly important that parents understand all of the fees involved with their child’s camp experience. Know how much you are willing to invest and find out if you qualify for cost assistance.”

To learn more about choosing the right summer program for your child, call 2-1-1 or visit http://www.211childcare. org (http://www.211childcare. org) to reach a child care referral specialist.

About 2-1-1 Child Care:
Funded by the Department of Social Services, 2-1-1 Child Care is a free, multilingual resource that helps families across Connecticut find child care arrangements to best meet their needs. 2-1-1 Child Care offers access to Child Care Referral Specialists who educate parents about quality child care, technical assistance and resources for early care professionals, and data and statistical information on Connecticut’s early care system for early care stakeholders. 2-1-1 Child Care maintains current listings of licensed and licensed-exempt child care options throughout Connecticut. In 2008, 2-1-1 Child Care received almost 30,000 calls and over 70,000 web visits. To reach a Child Care Referral Specialist, call 2-1-1, or to learn more, visit http://211childcare. org (http://211childcare. org).

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How to Find the Best Products on the Internet

How to Find the Best Products on the Internet

Discover the Worlds largest directory of electronically deliverable products.

(PRWEB) January 4, 2005

If youÂ’ve ever embarked on a shopping expedition on the Internet, you know itÂ’s easy to get lost in a sea of look-alike products and copycat offers. The Internet offers everything you could ever want. In fact, it offers about 50 different versions of everything you want.

The problem is, not you or anyone else on the planet has time to sort through all the offers for the best one. That is the beauty of ClickBank storefront websites. ClickBank offers over 11,400 of the Internets best, most in-demand electronically deliverable products. But donÂ’t be overwhelmed by the sheer number of products and opportunities ClickBank offers. Everything is appropriately categorized, making it easy to find the products and opportunities you want.

If you want to find the most extensive selection of products, visit a site like http://Shop925.net (http://Shop925.net). It is the only ClickBank Storefront to offer the full line of ClickBank Marketplace products, so if you want access to the best selection, that is the place to visit.

With the vastness of the Internet expanding every minute of every day, http://Shop925.net (http://Shop925.net) strives to continuously make shopping at the ClickBank Storefront as enjoyable as possible. The marketplace includes an extensive selection of shopping categories, such as Business-to-Business, Computer and Internet, Fun and Entertainment, Health and Fitness, Home and Family, Marketing and Advertising, Money and Employment, Society and Culture, and Sports and Recreation.

The industry's first search box plug-in which duplicates the abilities of the search box located on the Storefront, and allows you to very simply integrate this capability right into their existing web site or desktop.

Either way, next time you decide to do a little Internet shopping, use the http://Shop925.net (http://Shop925.net) site and youÂ’ll find exactly what youÂ’re looking for in no time.

Http://www. Shop925.net (http://www. Shop925.net)

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Dr. Kristiina Vuori Promoted to President of Sanford-Burnham Medical Research Institute

Dr. Kristiina Vuori Promoted to President of Sanford-Burnham Medical Research Institute

Pauline Foster Makes Gift to Endow Presidential Chair

La Jolla, Calif. (Vocus) April 14, 2010

Sanford-Burnham Medical Research Institute (Sanford-Burnham) has promoted Kristiina Vuori, M. D., Ph. D. (http://www. sanfordburnham. org/default. asp? contentID=198)], to President of the Institute. In this role, she will oversee Sanford-Burnham's day-to-day operations. Prior to the promotion, Dr. Vuori was Executive Vice President of Scientific Affairs. She will continue to manage her cancer research laboratory and remain Director of Sanford-Burnham's NCI-designated Cancer Center. John C. Reed, M. D., Ph. D., Donald Bren Chief Executive Chair and former President, will continue as Chief Executive Officer.

Concurrent with Dr. Vuori's promotion, Pauline Foster has made a substantial gift to Sanford-Burnham to endow the Pauline and Stanley Foster Presidential Chair.

"Kristiina has provided outstanding leadership as Sanford-Burnham has expanded our research in California and Florida,” said Dr. Reed. "She has overseen the introduction of cutting-edge technologies into our laboratories and has shown laser focus on our mission to find cures for human diseases. Her tireless efforts have resulted in numerous successes, including the recent renewal of the Institute's NCI grant with a rating of 'outstanding.' And now, holding the Pauline and Stanley Foster Presidential Chair, she will be in an even better position to help move the Institute to the next level.”

In her new role, Dr. Vuori will oversee both the scientific and nonscientific operations at Sanford-Burnham. She will work to maximize the organization's efficiency as it continues to grow its scientific endeavors in San Diego and Santa Barbara, California and Orlando, Florida. As Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Reed will focus on business development, philanthropy and external communications, while continuing to contribute his expertise in defining the overall scientific direction and vision of the Institute.

"John Reed and Kristiina Vuori have shown repeatedly they have what it takes to raise the bar for scientific discovery,” added Gregory T. Lucier, CEO and Chairman of Life Technologies, Inc., and Chairman of Sanford-Burnham's Board of Trustees. "With this gift from Pauline Foster, as well as the recent transformational gift from Denny Sanford, their leadership will be even more important as they leverage Sanford-Burnham's strengths in drug discovery, cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, stem cells, nanomedicine and many other areas to find new ways to treat disease.”

Dr. Vuori came to Sanford-Burnham (then La Jolla Cancer Research Foundation) in 1992 after earning her M. D. and Ph. D. at the University of Oulu, Finland. She conducted her postdoctoral training under then President and CEO Erkki Ruoslahti, M. D., Ph. D. Dr. Vuori was appointed Deputy Director of Sanford-Burnham's Cancer Center in 2003 and Director in 2006. In 2008, she was appointed Executive Vice President of Scientific Affairs. She is also co-Director of the Conrad Prebys Center for Chemical Genomics at Sanford-Burnham, one of four national comprehensive centers of excellence established by the National Institutes of Health to accelerate chemical biology and drug discovery.

Dr. Vuori's research seeks to identify the molecular mechanisms behind cancer metastasis, which causes nearly all cancer deaths. The Vuori laboratory's focus is on controlling the mechanisms that allow cancer cells to invade tissues and metastasize throughout the body.

"It is a great honor for me to be appointed President of one of the world's premier medical research organizations,” said Dr. Vuori. "When I look to the future, I see incredible possibilities for treating and curing disease, and I am grateful for Pauline Foster's visionary support of our work. We have built the research programs and the drug discovery platform to translate basic science discoveries into new treatments. These capabilities will allow us to improve health for people around the world.”

A San Diego native, Pauline Foster has long been a leader in the community, having taken key roles with the Jewish Community Foundation of San Diego; United Jewish Federation of San Diego County; the Museum of Contemporary Art, San Diego; the UC San Diego Foundation; the Rady School of Management and many other organizations. She is President of Foster Investments.

"The research being done by Dr. Vuori, and the many other scientists at Sanford-Burnham, particularly in cancer, is having a profound impact on our ability to cure disease,” said Pauline Foster. "Through my gift, I hope to provide the resources to expand this fine work.”

About Sanford-Burnham Medical Research Institute
Sanford-Burnham Medical Research Institute (formerly Burnham Institute for Medical Research) is dedicated to discovering the fundamental molecular causes of disease and devising the innovative therapies of tomorrow. Sanford-Burnham, with operations in California and Florida, is one of the fastest-growing research institutes in the country. The Institute ranks among the top independent research institutions nationally for NIH grant funding and among the top organizations worldwide for its research impact. From 1999 – 2009, Sanford-Burnham ranked #1 worldwide among all types of organizations in the fields of biology and biochemistry for the impact of its research publications, defined by citations per publication, according to the Institute for Scientific Information. According to government statistics, Sanford-Burnham ranks #2 nationally among all organizations in capital efficiency of generating patents, defined by the number of patents issued per grant dollars awarded.

Sanford-Burnham utilizes a unique, collaborative approach to medical research and has established major research programs in cancer, neurodegeneration, diabetes, and infectious, inflammatory, and childhood diseases. The Institute is especially known for its world-class capabilities in stem cell research and drug discovery technologies. Sanford-Burnham is a nonprofit public benefit corporation. For more information, please visit www. sanfordburnham. org.

Media Contact:
Josh Baxt
Sanford-Burnham Medical Research Institute
858-795-5236

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St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center Selects StatCom to Help Enhance Healthcare Quality and Service

St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center Selects StatCom to Help Enhance Healthcare Quality and Service

StatCom, the leading provider of patient flow logistics and tracking solutions, announced that it has been selected to implement its enterprise solution at St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center located in Toledo, Ohio, to automate patient flow processes and improve operations.

Atlanta, GA (PRWEB) February 26, 2008

StatCom, the leading provider of patient flow logistics and tracking solutions, announced that it has been selected to implement its enterprise solution at St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center located in Toledo, Ohio, to automate patient flow processes and improve operations.

St. Vincent, a 500 bed full service hospital, is the critical care regional referral and teaching center within the Mercy Health Partners system, a seven hospital faith-based system serving Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan. They are a member of Catholic Healthcare Partners (CHP) which consists of 36 hospitals. The hospital has undertaken a facility wide initiative to improve patient flow efficiencies.

"We were delighted that St. Vincent selected StatCom to help with their patient flow challenges," said Eric Morgan, president and CEO of StatCom. "They exemplify an organization that can benefit significantly from the StatCom technology. They have the drive, the initiative and the vision to truly excel. StatCom's patient flow logistics solution is an operational system that will provide the required technology foundation for St. Vincent to build on as they strive to enhance the performance of their organization. This will allow them to better serve their patients and the community. We are pleased to have the opportunity to assist them."

"We see technology as a key to helping us accomplish our operational and patient care goals," said Michael McEachern, president and CEO of St. Vincent. "StatCom can help us change from an organization that's vertically oriented and excels in departmental performance, to one that has horizontal processes which will significantly improve performance across the board and ultimately improve the patient experience. Incorporating StatCom as part of our improvement effort represents a paradigm shift with the goal of achieving an industry leading performance."

By incorporating the StatCom enterprise solution across the facility, St. Vincent will be able to manage patient location information and determine room status in real time rather than making phone calls or manual room checks. The StatCom system provides patient information to physicians, staff and family as to the location and status of the patient's progression throughout the care process. As a result, StatCom complements hospital information and scheduling systems for instant communication, patient and resource tracking, and automated patient flow. This will enable hospital staff to anticipate demand and manage departmental handoffs and bottlenecks more effectively.

Visit StatCom at booth #3901 at the HIMSS conference in Orlando, FL, February 25 - 28.

About StatCom
StatCom's patient flow logistics and tracking software was developed to improve hospital-wide communications, patient throughput and capacity management. This unique healthcare IT solution provides an immediate and comprehensive view of the entire patient flow process with real-time tools to manage that flow within and between departments. Operational visibility increases, communication is enhanced, and patient care hand-offs are turned into handshakes. As a result, financial performance is maximized while greatly enhancing the patient experience. A number of leading and innovative hospitals in the U. S. are using StatCom to address their patient flow challenges. StatCom is a subsidiary of Jackson Healthcare Solutions, a group of companies focused on providing the healthcare industry with innovative people resources and IT solutions. For more information contact StatCom at 800.930.0870 or at info@statcom. com.

About St Vincent Mercy Hospital
St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center, established in 1855, is the critical care regional referral and teaching center within the Mercy Health Partners system, a seven hospital faith-based system serving Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan. St. Vincent is home to six Life Flight air ambulances, holds the highest designation for treating high risk mothers & babies, is a Level I Trauma Center for children & adults and is an accredited Chest Pain Center. St. Vincent maintains a completely modern and attractive campus and also takes a leadership role in providing quality medical education and community development. For more information: http://www. ehealthconnection. com/regions/toledo/content/show_facility. asp? facility_id=10 (http://www. ehealthconnection. com/regions/toledo/content/show_facility. asp? facility_id=10)

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Privasoft Awarded GoC Contract for File, Imaging and Records Management System -- Solution Helps GoC Meet Transparency Objectives

Privasoft Awarded GoC Contract for File, Imaging and Records Management System -- Solution Helps GoC Meet Transparency Objectives

Privasoft today announced that it has been awarded a long term contract for the provision of a comprehensive File, Imaging and Records Management (FIRM) solution for the Government of Canada (GoC). The contract was awarded after a thorough competitive bid process through Public Works and Government Services Canada (PWGSC). The FIRM contract will provide a comprehensive vehicle for all Departments to implement a software solution that meets not only ATIP but other legislative requirements as well. The AccessPro Suite offers an automated case management solution for capturing, tracking and administering to information processes with compliance requirements.

Ottawa, ON (PRWEB) April 30, 2008

Privasoft today announced that it has been awarded a long term contract for the provision of a comprehensive File, Imaging and Records Management (FIRM) solution for the Government of Canada (GoC). The contract was awarded after a thorough competitive bid process through Public Works and Government Services Canada (PWGSC).

The initial clients are the Access to Information and Privacy (ATIP) offices at Library and Archives Canada and Department of Justice, who respond to formal, informal and consultation requests made under the Access to Information and Privacy Acts. These offices gather all material relevant to requests for information, review records and apply exemptions in accordance with ATIP legislation. In addition, the ATIP Offices review internal files such as internal audits and complaints as well as consultations originating from other government institutions and other levels of government. The Privasoft solution will allow analysts to improve the level of service provided to ATIP requesters, while ensuring that released documents are secure and protected from incorrect or inadvertent disclosure of sensitive information.

Providing ATIP services to Canadians is estimated to cost the Government of Canada $30 million annually, and a shortage of knowledgeable subject matter experts has made it challenging to keep up with an increasing volume and complexity of demands. Privasoft AccessPro software will allow Government departments to improve processing efficiencies while maximizing employee productivity and ensuring legislative compliance.

The FIRM contract will provide a comprehensive vehicle for all Departments to implement a software solution that meets not only ATIP but other legislative requirements as well. The AccessPro Suite offers an automated case management solution for capturing, tracking and administering to information processes with compliance requirements. It also includes electronic redaction for the secure removal of sensitive information from documents. It represents an added capability available to the GoC in support of the Government's commitment to the transparency objectives of the Federal Accountability Act.

This award also makes the FIRM solution available to the GoC community for other case management applications. Government of Canada departments who seek to automate workflow processes while securing an audit trail have the ability to widely implement Privasoft AccessPro technology under the FIRM contracting vehicle.

Under the contract, Privasoft will provide its AccessPro software, maintenance and professional services needed to deploy the file, imaging, records management system. The award is a 5 year vehicle with the possibility to extend for an additional 3 years, ensuring that Government of Canada's objectives are met through 2016.

About Privasoft
For nearly 20 years, Privasoft has served the public sector with automated case management solutions designed to help improve process efficiency, enforce accountability and streamline decision making. Privasoft customers include organizations who must comply with legislative, regulatory and internal requirements including all levels of government, health care and law enforcement. They manage workflows with compliance requirements including Freedom of Information and Privacy Act request handling, correspondence management and complaints tracking. Privasoft technology is the most widely established FOI-specific solution in the world, with thousands of licenses deployed globally. For more information about Privasoft, visit www. privasoft. com

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Nagarro Predicts Indian IT Hiring Boom, Plans to Fill 2,000 New High-level IT Jobs in the Next Three Years

Nagarro Predicts Indian IT Hiring Boom, Plans to Fill 2,000 New High-level IT Jobs in the Next Three Years

Nagarro, Inc., a high-end software development firm for complex markets, today announced that it plans to hire up to 2,000 new employees over the next three years. Nagarro, which has continually increased its headcount year over year, including throughout the recent recession, predicts a rise in staffing levels based on the growing demand for its outsourced software development services.

San Jose, CA (PRWEB) October 6, 2010

Nagarro, Inc., a high-end software development firm for complex markets, today announced that it plans to hire up to 2,000 new employees over the next three years. Nagarro, which has continually increased its headcount year over year, including throughout the recent recession, predicts a rise in staffing levels based on the growing demand for its outsourced software development services.

Nagarro will continue hiring highly skilled resources in both Java and Microsoft technologies, including SharePoint, WPF, WCF, and Silverlight. The company will also focus on recruiting people with experience in other technology areas such as mobile applications, business intelligence, mathematical optimization, SAP implementation and cloud computing. Nagarro’s high-value projects, from new and existing customers, are focused on designing, developing, and maintaining complex business-critical applications that require domain expertise in manufacturing, healthcare, life sciences, travel, transport, finance, education and software product development. These new positions will primarily be filled in the company’s development center in Gurgaon, and also at Nagarro’s Jaipur campus, which will accommodate 750 employees when it is completed in 2012. In addition, Nagarro will continue to expand its presence in Europe, Latin America and the US.

Nagarro has been recognized as a top global outsourcing firm and an employer of choice through numerous industry awards including Dataquest-IDC’s “Best Employers” Survey, NASSCOM’s “Exciting Emerging Companies To Work For,” the Global Services 100 List, the IAOP’s Global Outsourcing 100 List and Dun & Bradstreet’s “India's Top IT Companies” Award. Nagarro aims to hire both recent graduates and experienced technology workers who meet Nagarro’s rigorous hiring standards and will thrive in the company’s intellectually challenging environment.

Additional Resources:
 Careers at Nagarro  Nagarro Industry Awards  Nagarro Blog

About Nagarro, Inc.
Nagarro builds complex, business-critical products and applications that help companies meet their core business goals and gain competitive advantage. Nagarro’s complete commitment to the success of every project, unmatched engineering skill and quality, and deep domain expertise in numerous industries build on a shared vision of success between Nagarro and each of its customers. Founded in 1996, Nagarro has offices in the US, Mexico, Germany, Sweden and India. For more information, please visit http://www. nagarro. com or call 408-436-6170.

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CDC Study: Junk Food in Utah Schools a "Killer at Large"

CDC Study: Junk Food in Utah Schools a "Killer at Large"

"Killer at Large" Obesity Documentary Filmmakers React to CDC School Junk Food Availability Study as their Research for the Film Reveals the Reality Behind These Statistics

Salt Lake City, UT (PRWEB) June 5, 2008

The Centers for Disease Control recently released data about the availability of junk food in schools, ranking Utah as the largest offender in the nation when it comes to offering unhealthy food and beverages to school children. 83-percent offer the kids chocolate candy and 85-percent offer soda - compared the national median of 40-percent and 63-percent respectively.

The results of the study come as no surprise to the makers of the documentary "Killer at Large" (http://www. killeratlarge. com). "One thing we've learned in the last two years of filming our documentary is that efforts to get soda and junk food out of schools is an uphill battle," said Steven Greenstreet, director of the film. "We traveled across the country for stories about American obesity in our film, but one of the most shocking stories we found was right here in Utah."

The President of National Action Against Obesity, Meme Roth, explains in the film the importance of lowering these statistics in Utah and all schools across the nation. Very simply she said, "...daily exercise and healthful food directly impact academic performance."

The film, which focuses on the obesity epidemic as a whole, takes a quick stop in Utah to document the struggles of two Utah County high schoolteachers who found themselves in a heated contest with junk food peddlers, about the fate of junk food in their school. Teachers Scott Willis and Cougar Hall from East Shore High School noticed their students were getting more overweight, had a hard time concentrating, and were consuming junk food and hundreds of ounces of soda bought directly from the school.

Producer of the film, Bryan Young, explained, "They decided that it would be beneficial to get a coalition of students together and team teach a class with the focus of removing the junk food from their school."

In the film they talk about meetings with local junk food and soda vendors, who gave reason after reason why they couldn't remove their unhealthful food and drink from the school. Hall explained in the film what he considered the most bizarre reason for not removing the junk food options. A representative of Hansen Vending, in Provo, told him if junk food is removed from schools, kids would be more apt to getting their junk at gas stations and would get killed on the way. Hall explains in the film an experience with a student who showed up to class with two sodas and an armful of sugary candy. Noticing the student's fidgety behavior Hall said, "I had this 'Ah-Ha' moment that this student was so hyped up on sugar that there was no way she could concentrate on her work."

A year of struggling to remove the unhealthful vending machines, money won out over common sense. "Basically," commented Willis, "…when you're talking about a lot of money, even in a small school like ours, the money trumps common sense."

"Killer At Large" is set for release later this year after a tour of major film festivals. It features interviews and footage of notable experts and celebrities speaking on the topic of the American obesity epidemic including Former President Bill Clinton, Former Surgeon General Richard Carmona, Ralph Nader, Dr. Kelly Brownell, Dr. Marion Nestle, and bestselling authors Michael Pollan and Chef Ann Cooper, among many others.

For more information about "Killer At Large" or to watch the trailer please visit:

Http://www. killeratlarge. com (http://www. killeratlarge. com)

Greenstreet, Young, and Producer Elias Pate are available for interviews, media appearances, and other press related functions in relation to the Obesity epidemic and independent filmmaking.

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SpeculatingStocks. com Announces Two Stocks that May be Big Winners Under Obama

SpeculatingStocks. com Announces Two Stocks that May be Big Winners Under Obama

SpeculatingStocks. com has released two stock picks that they believe will perform well under Obama over the next four years.

Pittsburgh, PA (PRWEB) December 9, 2008

SpeculatingStocks. com has released two stock picks (http://www. speculatingstocks. com) that may become big winners under Barack Obama's administration. A lot of stock research is being done analyzing which industries and companies will benefit the most under the new administration. The two stocks below aren't the usual stocks we discuss, they aren't penny stocks or small cap stock picks, but they do hold a lot of upside potential to become hot stocks especially during these trying economic times.

Russ Urban, founder of the stock market site SpeculatingStocks. com, commented, "It is important to find the right industries and stocks heading into the new Presidential administration. We will be discovering more stocks that stand to benefit under the Obama administration."

SpeculatingStocks. com Stock Pick (http://www. speculatingstocks. com/Members/StockPicks. html): Cerner Corporation (CERN)

Cerner Corporation provides healthcare information technology solutions, healthcare devices, and related services in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia Pacific region. The company is taking the paper chart out of healthcare, eliminating error, variance and waste in the care process.

CERN is a relatively undiscovered stock even while trading around a $3.1 billion market cap. We believe a lot of analysts and money managers have yet to discover CERN's full potential.

CERN, like other stocks, has been affected by the downturn in the economy dropping from $50.00 to as low as $30.37 recently and now starting to trend higher. CERN operates in the healthcare industry, an industry that we expect to perform strong under the incoming Obama administration.

Cerner's solution improves a hospital's overall level of healthcare and controls costs. We could see CERN move up several times its value under the new Presidential administration. CERN traded as high as $65+ in October of last year. CERN's market cap of around $3.1 billion is nothing compared to where we could see it surge to in the future.

SpeculatingStocks. com Stock Pick: Archer-Daniels-Midland Company (http://www. speculatingstocks. com/Members/StockPicks/ADM. html) (ADM)

Archer-Daniels-Midland Company is one of the largest agricultural processors serving as a link between farmers and consumers. The company takes crops and processes them to make food ingredients, animal feed ingredients, renewable fuels and naturally derived alternatives to industrial chemicals.

ADM could be a big winner under the new Barack Obama Presidential administration. ADM is a major grain processor, meaning they would benefit from further acceptance of ethanol.

ADM is extremely cheap right now trading at a market cap of around $17.2 billion and trailing PE of less than 8. ADM has grown revenues the last three fiscal years from $36.59 billion in 2006 to $44.01 billion in 2007 to $69.81 billion in 2008. ADM generated profits last fiscal year of $1.80 billion.

ADM recently bottomed below $14 and has been in an uptrend since. ADM has been reaching higher highs and higher lows.

SpeculatingStocks. com is a full time stock market site dedicated to finding the best stock picks and hot stocks at the right time in their stock charts while using stock market analysis and market trends.

About SpeculatingStocks. com:

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QuickArrow Named to Deloitte's Technology Fast 50 and Software Magazine's Software 500

QuickArrow Named to Deloitte's Technology Fast 50 and Software Magazine's Software 500

Leader in SaaS Services Automation continues rapid growth in PSA space

Austin, TX (PRWEB) October 18, 2007

QuickArrow, Inc., the leader in SaaS Services Automation, today announced its inclusion in Deloitte's prestigious Technology Fast 50 Program for Texas.

To qualify for Deloitte's Technology Fast 50, companies must have had operating revenues of at least $50,000 in 2002 and $5,000,000 in 2006, be headquartered in North America, and be a company that owns proprietary technology or proprietary intellectual property that contributes to a significant portion of revenues to the research and development of technology.

"Deloitte's Texas Technology Fast 50 companies have shown the strength, vision and tenacity to succeed in today's very competitive technology environment," said Skip Moore, Managing Partner, Technology, Media & Telecommunications, Deloitte & Touche LLP. "We applaud their successes as the very few to accomplish these growth rates over the past five years."

This week, QuickArrow was also named to Software Magazine's Software 500 ranking of the world's largest software and service providers. The Software 500 is a revenue-based ranking of the world's largest software and services suppliers targeting medium to large enterprises, their IT professionals, software developers, and business managers involved in software and services purchasing.

"The Services Economy has exploded over the last several years, driving horizontal demand for PSA solutions across virtually every vertical industry," said Ron Jennings, QuickArrow President and CFO. He continued, "At the same time, SaaS is becoming the standard for new enterprise software acquisitions. As a result, we've been able to achieve double-digit annual growth over the last several years that we expect to maintain moving forward."

QuickArrow is ranked 418 on Software Magazine's Software 500, now in its 25th year. With revenue growth of over 260% from 2002 - 2006, QuickArrow is listed at number 43 on Deloitte's Technology Fast 50 Program for Texas.

About QuickArrow:
QuickArrow's Professional Services Automation (PSA) solution helps services organizations better manage the three things that matter most: people, projects, and performance. Designed to deliver the critical visibility needed to optimize services delivery, QuickArrow's Software as a Service (SaaS) solution fully integrates with leading SFA, CRM, and financial applications, replacing homegrown solutions and labor-intensive spreadsheets to automate workflows and streamline operations.

Worldwide, more than 26,000 users and 300 services organizations spanning software, IT Services, management consulting, hardware, environmental, and healthcare count on QuickArrow every day to increase resource utilization, capture more billable hours and expenses, and enable more effective decision-making to drive top and bottom-line growth.

QuickArrow's unqualified SAS 70 Type II certification and innovative Web Services API ensure reliability, flexibility, and data security for clients such as salesforce. com, Borland Software, Symantec, Genesys, Informatica, and Proxicom. To learn more about the business impact QuickArrow can have on your organization, please visit, please visit www. quickarrow. com.

About Digital Software Magazine, the Software Decision Journal, and Softwaremag. com:
Digital Software Magazine, the Software Decision Journal, has been a brand name in the high-tech industry for nearly 30 years. Softwaremag. com, its web counterpart, is the online catalog to enterprise software and the home of the Software 500 ranking of the world's largest software and services companies, now in its 25th year. Software Magazine and Softwaremag. com are owned and operated by King Content Co.

About Deloitte:
Deloitte refers to one or more of Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu, a Swiss Verein, its member firms and their respective subsidiaries and affiliates. As a Swiss Verein (association), neither Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu nor any of its member firms has any liability for each other's acts or omissions. Each of the member firms is a separate and independent legal entity operating under the names "Deloitte", "Deloitte & Touche", "Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu" or other related names. Services are provided by the member firms or their subsidiaries or affiliates and not by the Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Verein.

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