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Fommy.com Named as Part of the Inc. 5000

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 14:01:31 EDT

Fommy.com, a multinational wireless superstore begun by Moftware, today announced that it has been honored in the Inc. 5000 as one of the fastest growing companies in the country. Fommy.com was named No. 1,042 on the list overall and No. 40 on the list of the Top 100 Retail Companies after posting 357.6 percent growth and $3.8 million in revenue over the examined three-year period.

Now Is the Time for a Fall Vacation in Europe -- Seven Nights in Vacation Homes in Italy Starting at Under $800* USD

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 14:01:09 EDT

With the fall travel season around the corner, Endless Vacation Rentals, by Wyndham Worldwide (NYSE: WYN), is pleased to announce travelers to Europe will now have access to a newly expanded network of spacious vacation rentals in popular European destinations through a partnership with its sister company, Cuendet®. For example, a seven night stay in October, in a renovated four-diamond rated farmhouse that sleeps four in the Tuscan countryside outside of Florence Italy, starts at just $752.00* USD and is easily booked online through EVRentals.com. Additional options in other destination cities, sizes of accommodations and travel dates are also available.

Brinker International Board Declares Common Dividend

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 14:00:18 EDT

The Board of Directors for Brinker International, Inc. (NYSE: EAT) declared a quarterly dividend of $0.11 per share on the common stock of the company.

Fairview and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota Reach Contract Agreement for Clinics and Hospitals

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 14:00:17 EDT

Fairview and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota have reached an agreement on a contract that allows Fairview clinics to remain as participating providers in all of Blue Cross' provider networks. The Fairview clinic contract was set to expire at midnight on Friday, August 22, 2008. Agreement was also reached for the Fairview hospitals to remain as participating network hospitals with the Blue Cross network. The hospital contract was not set to expire until October 28, 2008. The contracts are in effect through the end of 2009.

Former U.S. Assistant Surgeon General, Dr. Susan Blumenthal, to Lead Meridian International Center's Global Health Program

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 13:59:17 EDT

Meridian International Center today announced that its board member, former U.S. Assistant Surgeon General Susan Blumenthal, M.D. will lead Meridian's new Global Health Program. The Global Health Program is now a key initiative of Meridian's programs that include world affairs public briefings and conferences, U.S. State Department International Visitor Leadership Programs, and arts and cultural activities.

Clientes De Qwest Wireless Ya Pueden Cambiarse a Verizon Wireless

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 13:58:16 EDT

Qwest Communications (NYSE: Q) anunció hoy que los clientes de Qwest Wireless ahora pueden cambiar su servicio de telefonía móvil a Verizon Wireless a través de Qwest. Esto significa que ahora los clientes tendrán acceso a la Red Móvil más Confiable del País, así como también a teléfonos inteligentes, aparatos BlackBerry y servicios de alta velocidad móvil para correo electrónico, acceso a servicios de Internet y de multimedia, tales como música y vídeo móviles.

Arizona State University and Others Make Switch to e2Campus for Improved Multimodal Emergency Notifications

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 13:55:17 EDT

Omnilert(R), LLC, maker of e2Campus(R), the leading emergency notification network for higher education, announced that Arizona State University, King's College, University of Toledo, and other institutions have made the switch to e2Campus for improved multimodal emergency communications. e2Campus also announced a new program called the ENS Conversion Service that allows schools to bulk upload data from their previous emergency notification system into e2Campus at no extra charge.

Small Business Champions Reach Out to Cincinnati Entrepreneurs

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 13:54:32 EDT

Congressman Chabot Featured at Free Small-Business Training and Networking Event

CIG and TXP Agree to Merge

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 13:53:51 EDT

TXP Corporation (OTCBB: TXPO), an Original Design Manufacturer (ODM) for the telecommunications industry based in Richardson, Texas, and Cambridge Industry Group (CIG), a privately held, leading R&D and OEM supplier of FTTH (fiber-to-the-home) Customer Premise Equipment (CPE) based in Shanghai, China, announced today that they have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to merge the two companies. The merger brings together two leading independent suppliers of Passive Optical Network (PON) Optical Network Terminal (ONT) solutions to form the world's largest ODM and services business focused on FTTH CPE.

NCQA Awards L.A. Care Health Plan Its Highest Accreditation Status of Excellent

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 13:52:29 EDT

1908-2008: Wiring Denver's Democratic National Conventions Then and Now

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 13:48:38 EDT

With the centennial of the first convention in Denver as the backdrop, Qwest Communications, the Official Telecommunications Provider of the event, teamed up with the Telecommunications History Group to compare the 1908 and 2008 Democratic National Conventions (DNC).

CPX Interactive Online PSA Picked Up by Time Warner Cable

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 13:47:02 EDT

Online ad network's video campaign "crosses over" to traditional media outlet

CMAI Adds Coverage of Engineering Resins to Consulting Services Portfolio

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 13:47:02 EDT

Chemical Market Associates, Inc. (CMAI) announces the launch of the Global Engineering Resins Consulting Service; the newest service to add further depth and breadth to the products CMAI covers across the chemicals sector. Along with day-to-day contact with the key industry players, CMAI consultants from all global offices will use their industry experience and expertise to provide a comprehensive view of the world markets for engineering resins and their relationships with upstream feedstocks and downstream end-use markets.

Economy.com's Mark Zandi To Appear on 'Corporate Strategies With Tim Connolly' on August 22, 2008 at 9:30 am ET

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 13:46:47 EDT

Mark Zandi, author of "Financial Shock," will appear on "Corporate Strategies with Tim Connolly", Friday, August 22, 2008 at 9:30 am ET. Mark Zandi is Chief Economist and co-founder of Moody's Economy.com, an independent subsidiary of Moody's that provides economic research and consulting services to businesses, governments and other institutions.

Industry Leaders Discuss the Role of Asset Information Management

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 13:46:32 EDT

NRX, the market leader in Asset Information Management (AIM) solutions, is pleased to announce the successful conclusion of its fourth annual executive forum, held at the exclusive Marriott Horseshoe Bay Resort near Austin, Texas. This year's event brought together asset-intensive companies, engineering companies, and software and service providers to share strategies and best practices in leveraging AIM to accelerate operational readiness in capital projects and enable operational excellence for existing assets.

ROEL(R) Completes Construction of Agua Caliente Casino Resort Spa

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 13:46:22 EDT

ROEL Construction Co., Inc. has completed its largest new construction project to date, The Agua Caliente Casino Resort Spa located on Bob Hope Drive. The 552,000-square-foot project consisted of a 16-story, 340-room hotel next to the existing casino with meeting rooms, pre-function convention space, complete spa, and back of house areas. This tower features 314 deluxe guest rooms, 24 executive suites, two presidential suites, a state-of-the-art indoor/outdoor conference center with over 10,000 square feet of meeting space, back of house areas, the spacious 10,500-square-foot Sunstone Spa, and resort-style pool. The hotel is now being heralded as one of the premier resort destinations in the Coachella Valley.

New Products Fuel TTI's Strong First Half Performance

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 13:45:31 EDT

Techtronic Industries Co. Ltd. (''TTI'' or the ''Group'') (HKEx: 669, ADR: TTNDY) today announced record sales in the first half of HK$13.1 billion, an increase of 10.1% over the same period of 2007. This growth was achieved across all business segments overcoming challenging macroeconomic conditions in key markets. The Power Equipment business had strong sales growth of 11.6% led primarily by penetration of new product categories from the Outdoor Products business and the expansion of cordless Lithium ion technology across the power tool brands. The consumer and professional power tools and accessories businesses both delivered mid-single digit growth in North America. The Floor Care business experienced sales growth of 6.8% aided by the profitable turnaround of Hoover and growth in Europe and Rest of World.

Big Red Diamond Corporation Files With the TSX-V Final Documentation of $541,600 Private Placement

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 13:44:23 EDT

Big Red Diamond Corporation, (TSX VENTURE: DIA) filed with the TSX-V the final documents for a non-brokered private placement of $541,600. The TSX-V has accepted the documents filed.

Critical Mass Appoints Erik Thrane Group Account Director

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 13:43:32 EDT

Critical Mass (www.criticalmass.com), an Omnicom digital marketing agency, has named Erik Thrane Group Account Director. An industry veteran with over eleven years experience in the digital space, he will work out of the company's Toronto office.

Vigilan Recognized as One of the Fastest-Growing Private Companies in the U.S.

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 13:41:31 EDT

Inc. recently unveiled Vigilan as No. 1352 on its annual ranking of the 5,000 fastest-growing private companies in the United States. The list is the most comprehensive look at one of the most important segments in the economy -- America's independent-minded entrepreneurs.

HudBay Announces $1 Million 80th Anniversary Fund to Support Community-Based Programs for the Flin Flon-Creighton Region

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 13:40:38 EDT

HudBay Minerals Inc. ("HudBay") (TSX: HBM) today announced that it is donating $1 million for the creation of a new 80th Anniversary Fund to support community-based programs in the Flin Flon-Creighton region. As part of HudBay's 80th anniversary celebrations, the company has chosen to focus a part of its philanthropic efforts in the Flin Flon-Creighton region where the company has been operating for 80 years.

Infonetics Research: Carriers name Alcatel-Lucent, Ericsson and Nokia Siemens top IMS vendors

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 13:40:28 EDT

A new study by Infonetics Research that provides an in-depth view of service provider thinking and plans for IMS equipment and services, including service provider perceptions of leading IMS vendors, names Alcatel-Lucent, Ericsson, and Nokia Siemens as the "top IMS equipment manufacturers."

Columbia Business School Opens Semester With Newly Enhanced Core Curriculum

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 13:40:07 EDT

"The core is an essential building block as we prepare our students to

Long Established Sphere Web Hosting Selects SingleHop to Provide Infrastructure and Managed Services

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 13:39:21 EDT

SingleHop, a Chicago managed dedicated hosting provider, today announced that it was selected by Sphere Web Hosting to provide infrastructure and managed services for its shared, reseller and dedicated hosting business.

RosettaNet Completes Multiple Messaging Service Validation

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 13:39:18 EDT

RosettaNet announced that members looking to make the switch from the RosettaNet Implementation Framework^® (RNIF^®) to the RosettaNet Multiple Messaging Service (MMS) Applicability Statement 2 (AS2) or Web Services can now do so based on validation by participating RosettaNet members. Web services are Web based applications that use open, XML-based standards and transport protocols to exchange data with trading partners. AS2 is a specification about how to transport data securely and reliably over the internet via machine-to-machine connectivity (computer-to-computer using digital certificates and encryption for security). The AS2 data standard is commonly used to exchange information electronically among supply chain partners. The validations were announced at the RosettaNet Global Community Summit in San Jose, California on June 5, 2008 where Sony Ericsson and DHL were among those honored for their participation. Axway and Oracle were also honored for outstanding contributions in the high-technology industry.

Reeve Foundation Recruits Distinguished Stem-Cell Neurobiologist - The Salk Institute's Samuel L. Pfaff, Ph.D. - to its International Research Consortium

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 13:36:21 EDT

Pfaff Brings Expertise in Motor Neuron Development to the Foundation's Efforts on Behalf of People living with Spinal Cord Injury

The Swedish-American Life Science Summit in Stockholm, August 20-22

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 13:33:39 EDT

The fourth annual Swedish-American Life Science Summit (SALSS) opens in Stockholm, Sweden on August 20, 2008. The intense and exclusive two-day program (Aug 20-22) takes place against a backdrop of major scientific breakthroughs and a volatile business economy.

Investment Firms Renew Agreement to Purchase the Assets of Norwalk Furniture

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 13:33:35 EDT

The investment firms IRG Capital Group and Blackbird Capital Partners have renewed their pledge to purchase the assets of Norwalk Furniture Corp. by signing a revised letter of intent today.

Zenoss Core Recognized as Best Open Source Network Monitoring Solution

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 13:32:52 EDT

Zenoss Core has been awarded the InfoWorld Best of Open Source Software Award in the Network Monitoring category. The InfoWorld judges cited Zenoss Core's "unified, object-based repository of infrastructure monitoring," and "tightly integrated tools and reports," as reasons for selecting Zenoss Core as the leading open source solution for network monitoring. The Zenoss Core project is sponsored and developed by Zenoss, Inc. a leading provider of open source network, systems and application management software.

NextPage Named KMWorld Trend-Setting Product for Third Consecutive Year

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 13:31:51 EDT

NextPage today announced it was awarded "Trend-Setting Product of the Year" by KMWorld magazine for the third consecutive year. The annual award highlights innovations that represent best-in-class products. NextPage was chosen for its superior capabilities and ease of use in tracking and enforcing policy on distributed information.

TotalBeauty.com Partners with the Beauty Blog Network Creating the Largest Online Beauty Community Available to Brands

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 13:31:30 EDT

TotalBeauty.com (http://www.totalbeauty.com), the most comprehensive online beauty resource for women, is enjoying growing support from the most credible source of beauty information and advice available to women today -- the beauty blogging community. TotalBeauty.com has partnered with the Beauty Blog Network, a by invitation-only online blog community which includes more than 100 of the Internet's most popular beauty bloggers. Together, they create the single largest beauty blog network to date.

Benning Named Woodward MPC President

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 13:30:09 EDT

Woodward Governor Company (NASDAQ: WGOV) today announced that Dennis Benning, Group Vice President, Engine Systems, will lead its new Airframe Systems business segment as President of Woodward MPC.

Blue Shield of California CEO to Speak at Democratic Convention Host Committee's Health Roundtable in Denver

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 13:29:16 EDT

Bruce Bodaken, Chairman, President & CEO of Blue Shield of California will participate as a panelist on the 2008 Rocky Mountain Roundtable on Health, Wellness and Prevention at the start of the Democratic National Convention on Monday, August 25, 2008, 9:30 a.m. MDT at Boettcher Hall in the Denver Performing Arts Complex. Mr. Bodaken will discuss the importance of wellness programs in health reform, and the ways in which health plans work with employers and individuals to achieve better health outcomes.

Wedge Networks Adds Highway Information Systems to Their Growing List of Value Added Resellers

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 13:28:43 EDT

Wedge Networks has selected Highway Information Systems Co. Ltd as an authorized reseller of their award winning BeSecure line of web security appliances in Taiwan. By adding Wedge Networks Best of Breed line of security products, Highway Information Systems is able to provide their customers in Taiwan with high performance Web Anti-Virus, Content Control and Anti-Spam Solutions.

Gran Duque de Alba Solera Gran Reserva Holiday Gift Box: Perfect for the Brandy Aficionado

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 13:28:41 EDT

A luxury gift for the brandy aficionado is Gran Duque de Alba Solera Gran Reserva, the world's top-rated Brandy de Jerez from Spain. This holiday season a special gift box will be available containing a bottle of Gran Duque de Alba and a glass snifter. Retail pricing averages $49.99.

Anritsu Teams with DoceoTech To Present WiMAX Forum(R) Certified Training Program

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 13:27:06 EDT

Anritsu Company announces it has partnered with DoceoTech to provide a WiMAX Forum^® Certified Training Program for technicians deploying WiMAX networks. The four-day Boot Camp provides field personnel with in-depth, product-specific training on a WiMAX system and is designed so that everyone who completes the course will understand WiMAX applications and be able to apply that understanding for a quick up-take on technical, job-relevant training.

MegaWest Enhances Management and Board

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 13:21:17 EDT

MegaWest Energy Corp., (the "Company" or "MegaWest"), an independent oil and gas company (OTCBB: MGWSF) (Cusip: #585168 107), specializing in non-conventional oil and gas projects with a focus on North American heavy oil, is pleased to announce the addition of independent directors and key staff.

Cherington Capital and Carlyle/Riverstone Sell International Logging to Weatherford International

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 13:21:17 EDT

Cherington Capital announced today that it has sold its interest in International Logging, Inc. ("ILI") to Weatherford International Ltd. Cherington, Carlyle/Riverstone Global Energy and Power Fund III and management acquired ILI in March 2006. ILI subsequently made four add-on acquisitions between 2006 and 2007. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, ILI provides oil and gas well-site geological logging services to customers in more than 55 countries from over 30 offices globally. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

America Today: What Makes Women Say 'Yes'

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 13:19:46 EDT

As uncertainty swirls around the state of the economy, women are responding in different ways as it relates to the people they trust to help manage their lives and financial future, according to a new study from State Farm Life Insurance Company.

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Fommy.com Named as Part of the Inc. 5000

Now Is the Time for a Fall Vacation in Europe -- Seven Nights in Vacation Homes in Italy Starting at Under $800* USD

Brinker International Board Declares Common Dividend

More Americans Question Religion's Role in Politics

Fairview and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota Reach Contract Agreement for Clinics and Hospitals

Former U.S. Assistant Surgeon General, Dr. Susan Blumenthal, to Lead Meridian International Center's Global Health Program

Clientes De Qwest Wireless Ya Pueden Cambiarse a Verizon Wireless

Arizona State University and Others Make Switch to e2Campus for Improved Multimodal Emergency Notifications

Small Business Champions Reach Out to Cincinnati Entrepreneurs

CIG and TXP Agree to Merge

NCQA Awards L.A. Care Health Plan Its Highest Accreditation Status of Excellent

1908-2008: Wiring Denver's Democratic National Conventions Then and Now

CPX Interactive Online PSA Picked Up by Time Warner Cable

CMAI Adds Coverage of Engineering Resins to Consulting Services Portfolio

Economy.com's Mark Zandi To Appear on 'Corporate Strategies With Tim Connolly' on August 22, 2008 at 9:30 am ET

Industry Leaders Discuss the Role of Asset Information Management

ROEL(R) Completes Construction of Agua Caliente Casino Resort Spa

New Products Fuel TTI's Strong First Half Performance

Big Red Diamond Corporation Files With the TSX-V Final Documentation of $541,600 Private Placement

Critical Mass Appoints Erik Thrane Group Account Director

Vigilan Recognized as One of the Fastest-Growing Private Companies in the U.S.

HudBay Announces $1 Million 80th Anniversary Fund to Support Community-Based Programs for the Flin Flon-Creighton Region

Infonetics Research: Carriers name Alcatel-Lucent, Ericsson and Nokia Siemens top IMS vendors

Columbia Business School Opens Semester With Newly Enhanced Core Curriculum

Long Established Sphere Web Hosting Selects SingleHop to Provide Infrastructure and Managed Services

RosettaNet Completes Multiple Messaging Service Validation

Reeve Foundation Recruits Distinguished Stem-Cell Neurobiologist - The Salk Institute's Samuel L. Pfaff, Ph.D. - to its International Research Consortium

The Swedish-American Life Science Summit in Stockholm, August 20-22

Investment Firms Renew Agreement to Purchase the Assets of Norwalk Furniture

Zenoss Core Recognized as Best Open Source Network Monitoring Solution

NextPage Named KMWorld Trend-Setting Product for Third Consecutive Year

TotalBeauty.com Partners with the Beauty Blog Network Creating the Largest Online Beauty Community Available to Brands

Benning Named Woodward MPC President

Blue Shield of California CEO to Speak at Democratic Convention Host Committee's Health Roundtable in Denver

Wedge Networks Adds Highway Information Systems to Their Growing List of Value Added Resellers

Gran Duque de Alba Solera Gran Reserva Holiday Gift Box: Perfect for the Brandy Aficionado

Anritsu Teams with DoceoTech To Present WiMAX Forum(R) Certified Training Program

MegaWest Enhances Management and Board

Cherington Capital and Carlyle/Riverstone Sell International Logging to Weatherford International

America Today: What Makes Women Say 'Yes'