Tuesday, March 24, 2009
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Mix Things Up With the Deen Brothers in New Online Cooking & Baking Game
Mix Things Up With the Deen Brothers in New Online Cooking & Baking Game
Virtual Game Featuring I Can't Believe It's Not Butter!® Cooking & Baking Sticks Offers 1,000 Fabulous Prizes, Including A Chance to Meet the Deen Bros. in Savannah, Ga.
ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J., March 24 /PRNewswire/ -- Think you have the cooking and baking prowess of a celebrity chef? Here's your chance to prove it. Join celebrity chefs Jamie and Bobby Deen in their virtual kitchen to cook up some sweet treats in the "Bake It To Believe It!" Cooking & Baking game from I Can't Believe It's Not Butter!®. With coaching from the Deens, players will be challenged to mix, measure and frost their way through mouth-watering recipes for a chance to win chef-worthy tools of the trade, including a professional stand mixer given away each day for 8 weeks. Over one thousand prizes will be awarded*.
The "Bake It To Believe It!" Cooking & Baking game marks the launch of I Can't Believe It's Not Butter!® Cooking & Baking sticks, which taste and bake like butter with 50% less saturated fat. The game gives cooking enthusiasts an opportunity to hone their skills in the kitchen. Visitors can experiment virtually with delicious recipes from I Can't Believe It's Not Butter!®, while putting their cooking and baking skills to the ultimate test.
"We all know how hot and hectic it can get in the kitchen," said Bobby Deen, famous Southern celebrity chef and co-author of The Deen Bros. "Y'All Come Eat" cookbook. "This is one place where you can have all the fun of cooking, without the mess, and win prizes for your real kitchen at home. Just don't drop that eggshell into the pound-cake batter! Doing so will cost points."
The game tests hand-eye coordination, memory and concentration - three skills any great chef must boast. Whether an at-home chef, culinary novice or a fan of online games, visiting chefs are on common ground as they are challenged to create great dishes.
"Bake It To Believe It!" players can choose from a variety of delicious recipes ranging from Chicken Francese and Lemony Walnut-Crusted Fish Fillets to the Delicious One Bowl Chocolate Chip Cookie and a Rich Brownie Torte. Each recipe has four easy steps from flawless egg cracking to expert cookie dough spooning onto cookie sheets; players receive points for each successful step and a total score for each completed recipe.
Participants can play multiple times per day (up to seven times a day) for a chance at an instant-win prize: chef-worthy tools of the trade including a stand mixer daily giveaway*. And when visiting chefs register, play, or refer a friend, they'll also be entered to win the grand-prize sweepstakes*: a trip for two to Savannah, Ga., including a private meet and greet with the Deen Brothers and a behind the scenes tour of their famous restaurant, The Lady & Sons.
For more information about the "Bake It To Believe It!" Cooking and Baking game, or to print recipes and learn more about I Can't Believe It's Not Butter!® Cooking & Baking sticks, log on to www.BakeItToBelieveIt.com.
*No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited. The "Bake It To Believe It" Sweepstakes is sponsored by Conopco, Inc., d/b/a Unilever. Open to legal residents of the 50 U.S. states & D.C., 18 & older. Begins 12:00 p.m. ET on 3/16/09 & ends 11:59 a.m. ET on 5/18/09. For official rules visit www.BakeItToBelieveIt.com.
About Unilever
Unilever's mission is to add vitality to life. We meet everyday needs for nutrition, hygiene and personal care with brands that help people feel good, look good and get more out of life. Each day, around the world, consumers make 160 million decisions to purchase Unilever products.
In the United States, the portfolio includes major brand icons such as: Axe, Ben & Jerry's, Bertolli, Breyers, Caress, Country Crock, Degree, Dove personal care products, Hellmann's, Klondike, Knorr, Lipton, Popsicle, Promise, Q-Tips, Skippy, Slim-Fast, Suave, Sunsilk and Vaseline. All of the preceding brand names are registered trademarks of the Unilever Group of Companies. Dedicated to serving consumers and the communities where we live, work and play, Unilever employs nearly 12,000 people in both the United States and Puerto Rico - generating nearly $10 billion in sales in 2008. For more information, visit www.unileverusa.com.
Contact: Kristen Ryan
M Booth & Associates
212-539-3225
kristenr@mbooth.com
Virtual Game Featuring I Can't Believe It's Not Butter!® Cooking & Baking Sticks Offers 1,000 Fabulous Prizes, Including A Chance to Meet the Deen Bros. in Savannah, Ga.
ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J., March 24 /PRNewswire/ -- Think you have the cooking and baking prowess of a celebrity chef? Here's your chance to prove it. Join celebrity chefs Jamie and Bobby Deen in their virtual kitchen to cook up some sweet treats in the "Bake It To Believe It!" Cooking & Baking game from I Can't Believe It's Not Butter!®. With coaching from the Deens, players will be challenged to mix, measure and frost their way through mouth-watering recipes for a chance to win chef-worthy tools of the trade, including a professional stand mixer given away each day for 8 weeks. Over one thousand prizes will be awarded*.
The "Bake It To Believe It!" Cooking & Baking game marks the launch of I Can't Believe It's Not Butter!® Cooking & Baking sticks, which taste and bake like butter with 50% less saturated fat. The game gives cooking enthusiasts an opportunity to hone their skills in the kitchen. Visitors can experiment virtually with delicious recipes from I Can't Believe It's Not Butter!®, while putting their cooking and baking skills to the ultimate test.
"We all know how hot and hectic it can get in the kitchen," said Bobby Deen, famous Southern celebrity chef and co-author of The Deen Bros. "Y'All Come Eat" cookbook. "This is one place where you can have all the fun of cooking, without the mess, and win prizes for your real kitchen at home. Just don't drop that eggshell into the pound-cake batter! Doing so will cost points."
The game tests hand-eye coordination, memory and concentration - three skills any great chef must boast. Whether an at-home chef, culinary novice or a fan of online games, visiting chefs are on common ground as they are challenged to create great dishes.
"Bake It To Believe It!" players can choose from a variety of delicious recipes ranging from Chicken Francese and Lemony Walnut-Crusted Fish Fillets to the Delicious One Bowl Chocolate Chip Cookie and a Rich Brownie Torte. Each recipe has four easy steps from flawless egg cracking to expert cookie dough spooning onto cookie sheets; players receive points for each successful step and a total score for each completed recipe.
Participants can play multiple times per day (up to seven times a day) for a chance at an instant-win prize: chef-worthy tools of the trade including a stand mixer daily giveaway*. And when visiting chefs register, play, or refer a friend, they'll also be entered to win the grand-prize sweepstakes*: a trip for two to Savannah, Ga., including a private meet and greet with the Deen Brothers and a behind the scenes tour of their famous restaurant, The Lady & Sons.
For more information about the "Bake It To Believe It!" Cooking and Baking game, or to print recipes and learn more about I Can't Believe It's Not Butter!® Cooking & Baking sticks, log on to www.BakeItToBelieveIt.com.
*No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited. The "Bake It To Believe It" Sweepstakes is sponsored by Conopco, Inc., d/b/a Unilever. Open to legal residents of the 50 U.S. states & D.C., 18 & older. Begins 12:00 p.m. ET on 3/16/09 & ends 11:59 a.m. ET on 5/18/09. For official rules visit www.BakeItToBelieveIt.com.
About Unilever
Unilever's mission is to add vitality to life. We meet everyday needs for nutrition, hygiene and personal care with brands that help people feel good, look good and get more out of life. Each day, around the world, consumers make 160 million decisions to purchase Unilever products.
In the United States, the portfolio includes major brand icons such as: Axe, Ben & Jerry's, Bertolli, Breyers, Caress, Country Crock, Degree, Dove personal care products, Hellmann's, Klondike, Knorr, Lipton, Popsicle, Promise, Q-Tips, Skippy, Slim-Fast, Suave, Sunsilk and Vaseline. All of the preceding brand names are registered trademarks of the Unilever Group of Companies. Dedicated to serving consumers and the communities where we live, work and play, Unilever employs nearly 12,000 people in both the United States and Puerto Rico - generating nearly $10 billion in sales in 2008. For more information, visit www.unileverusa.com.
Contact: Kristen Ryan
M Booth & Associates
212-539-3225
kristenr@mbooth.com
Friday, March 20, 2009
Leviton Introduces Industry-Leading SmartLockPro® Combination GFCI Receptacle with Pilot Light
Press Release
PR Contact:
Pamela Winikoff
718-281-6155
pwinikoff@leviton.com
Leviton Introduces Industry-Leading SmartLockPro® Combination GFCI Receptacle with Pilot Light
Little Neck, NY, March 20, 2009 – Leviton Manufacturing has expanded its SmartLockPRO® line of GFCIs (ground fault circuit interrupters) with the introduction of an industry-leading combination GFCI Receptacle with Pilot Light. The new SmarlLockPro GFCI is ideal for installations requiring a dedicated single GFCI-protected receptacle for applications such as commercial kitchens, sump pumps and other environments requiring GFCI protection. The highly visible power indication pilot light on the device makes it easy for users to determine whether there is power to the receptacle, without having to move equipment to test the device’s circuit.
The new Combination GFCI offers SmartLockPro’s industry leading features, including line/load reversal diagnostics, end-of-life indicator and surge-hardened electronics for superior resistance to surges and overvoltages. Long lasting, energy-efficient LEDs on the device offer a 20-year life expectancy. The device’s bulb-free design means bulbs never need to be replaced.
Constructed of an impact-resistant thermoplastic nylon cover and polycarbonate body, the new combination GFCI resists abuse. The device features heavy duty triple-wipe contacts and plated steel terminal screws. It is available in Ivory, White, Gray, Almond and Light Almond colors with a matching wallplate in a 15A, 125 Volt, 20 A feed-through version. The GFCI is UL listed and CSA and NOM Certified. For more information, contact Leviton Manufacturing, 59-25 Little Neck Parkway, Little Neck, NY 11362, Phone: 1-800-323-8920, www.leviton.com.
PR Contact:
Pamela Winikoff
718-281-6155
pwinikoff@leviton.com
Leviton Introduces Industry-Leading SmartLockPro® Combination GFCI Receptacle with Pilot Light
Little Neck, NY, March 20, 2009 – Leviton Manufacturing has expanded its SmartLockPRO® line of GFCIs (ground fault circuit interrupters) with the introduction of an industry-leading combination GFCI Receptacle with Pilot Light. The new SmarlLockPro GFCI is ideal for installations requiring a dedicated single GFCI-protected receptacle for applications such as commercial kitchens, sump pumps and other environments requiring GFCI protection. The highly visible power indication pilot light on the device makes it easy for users to determine whether there is power to the receptacle, without having to move equipment to test the device’s circuit.
The new Combination GFCI offers SmartLockPro’s industry leading features, including line/load reversal diagnostics, end-of-life indicator and surge-hardened electronics for superior resistance to surges and overvoltages. Long lasting, energy-efficient LEDs on the device offer a 20-year life expectancy. The device’s bulb-free design means bulbs never need to be replaced.
Constructed of an impact-resistant thermoplastic nylon cover and polycarbonate body, the new combination GFCI resists abuse. The device features heavy duty triple-wipe contacts and plated steel terminal screws. It is available in Ivory, White, Gray, Almond and Light Almond colors with a matching wallplate in a 15A, 125 Volt, 20 A feed-through version. The GFCI is UL listed and CSA and NOM Certified. For more information, contact Leviton Manufacturing, 59-25 Little Neck Parkway, Little Neck, NY 11362, Phone: 1-800-323-8920, www.leviton.com.
Thursday, March 19, 2009
ATLANTA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA Announces $1.3 Million in BUDGET CUTS AND COST-SAVING MEASURES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 19, 2009
Contact: Melissa A.E. Sanders
(404) 733-4846, melissa.sanders@woodruffcenter.org
ATLANTA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA Announces $1.3 Million in BUDGET CUTS AND COST-SAVING MEASURES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009
Executive and Artistic Leadership, Administration, and Orchestra Musicians Take Steps To Counter Tough Economy
Measures To Include Administration Pay Cuts, Furloughs, and A Hiring Freeze
The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra’s executive and artistic leadership, administration, and Orchestra musicians have taken steps to counter the tough economy. The ASO has announced pay cuts, furloughs, and a hiring freeze in the 2009 fiscal year, beginning with President and CEO Allison Vulgamore, who will take a minimum of 7% compensation reduction. Vice Presidents will take a 6% pay cut, and all other employees will take a 5% pay cut. These cuts will be effective beginning with the April 3, 2009 pay period, and will extend through May 31, 2009 — the end of the 2009 fiscal year. These reductions, combined with previous cost-cutting measures, will result in $1.3 million in savings for the 2009 fiscal year, and will enable the ASO to continue to provide the highest level of artistic quality for all concerts and presentations.
Beginning June 1, 2009, and extending through May 31, 2010 (fiscal year 2010), salaries will be fully reinstated, but employees will take unpaid furloughs — Ms. Vulgamore will take 18 days, Vice Presidents will take 15 days, and all other employees will take 13 days. Music Director Robert Spano and the entire ASO artistic conducting staff join in the cost-saving measures through compensation reductions. In total, these ASO compensation reductions and unpaid furloughs will save the Atlanta Symphony over $750,000 in the 2010 fiscal year.
The Orchestra’s musicians and the Atlanta Federation of Musicians are also in discussions with ASO management to assist the institution in weathering the current financial environment. Daniel Laufer, president of the ASO Players’ Association (ASOPA) said, “While we are currently in the second year of a four-year collective bargaining agreement, the musicians have maintained a consistent, high-quality dialogue with Allison Vulgamore and her staff, and are sensitive to finding appropriate ways to play a part in helping the bottom line.”
“We take seriously the fiscal health of the ASO,” said Atlanta Symphony Orchestra President and CEO Allison Vulgamore. “Certainly, we are experiencing, together with our donors, patrons, board members, and employees, the tremendous challenges of these shared national concerns. We have great admiration for our ASO employees who have, through these compensation contributions, now become stakeholders and investors in the ASO’s mission during these extraordinary economic times. We are also tremendously grateful to our loyal patrons who continue to support the ASO through donations and with concert attendance, especially given their inevitable personal circumstances.”
Previous measures taken by the ASO have already reduced the economic impact on its revenue by $1 million in 2009. Earlier this year the decision was made to freeze open positions and delay the hiring of any new staff. Marketing initiatives, such as a recent one-week $25 ticket offer for 2008-09 season concerts, and other special offers to concert-goers, have kept the Classical-series ticket volume equal to what it was last year. In addition, recordings have been, and will continue to be, limited to Atlanta School of Composers projects in 2009.
Looking to fiscal year 2010, the ASO will sustain a lower headcount through the continuation of frozen and unfilled employee positions, and the redistribution of staff responsibilities. There will also be additional benefit savings in Group Health plans and other employee benefits.
“Despite the economy, the Atlanta Symphony has not cut our art. In fact we have performed for more young people this season than any season in our history through the Concerts for Young People,” said Ms. Vulgamore. “Our Symphony Street concerts will close the year with an increased student attendance of 13%, and Discover/Next Generation concerts will close the year with an increased student attendance of 16%. Our Talent Development Program celebrated 15 years this season, during which cellist Khari Joyner won the Junior Division of the Sphinx Competition, the first of our TDP students to do so. In addition, as a result of a $100,000 grant from Humana, in partnership with the Renaissance Learning Center, the ASO recently auditioned nearly 100 young musicians for its Kids with Strings program, a new TDP feeder program with a new partner that didn’t exist last year.”
Ms. Vulgamore says the ASO is committed to providing the community with stimulating art: “The ASO Theater of a Concert staging of John Adams’s opera, Doctor Atomic, and recently Haydn’s The Creation, both had a huge response, and we are looking forward to continuing our art with a performance by Yo-Yo Ma as part of our two-week Musica Ardiente! celebration of Latin America at the end of the season in June. And we are very excited to open our second season at our new summer home, Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre at Encore Park.”
About the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra
TheAtlanta Symphony Orchestra, currently in its 64th season, is one of America’s leading orchestras, known for the excellence of its live performances, presentations, renowned choruses, and its impressive list of Grammy Award-winning recordings. The leading cultural organization in the Southeast, the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra serves as the cornerstone for artistic development and music education in the region. Under the creative partnership of Music Director Robert Spano, Principal Guest Conductor Donald Runnicles, and President and CEO Allison Vulgamore since September 2001, the Orchestra and audiences have been invigorated through a creative programming mix, recordings, and visual enhancements, such as the ASO Theater of a Concert, the Orchestra’s continuing exploration of different formats, settings, and enhancements for the musical performance experience. The Atlanta School of Composers reflects Mr. Spano and the Orchestra’s commitment to nurturing and championing music through multi-year partnerships defining a new generation of American composers.
During its 31-year history with Telarc, the Orchestra has recorded more than 100 albums and its recordings have won 26 Grammy Awards in categories including Best Classical Album, Best Orchestral Performance, Best Choral Performance, and Best Opera Performance. The ASO Chorus has earned a nine Grammy Awards for Best Choral Performance, most recently for the Berlioz Requiem in 2005.
The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra performs more than 200 concerts each year to a combined audience of more than a half million in a full schedule of performances which also feature educational and community concerts. A recognized leader and supporter of contemporary
American music, the Orchestra recently received the 2007 award for Strongest Commitment to New American Music from the American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers. In addition, Music Director Robert Spano was named Musical America 2008 Conductor of the Year. With the opening of the 12,000-seat Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre at Encore Park (vzwamp.com) in May 2008, the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra becomes the first U.S. orchestra to annually perform and present in its concert hall, and in two amphitheaters. In Summer 2008, the Orchestra celebrated 35 years at legendary Chastain Park Amphitheater, the award-winning 6,500 seat venue in Atlanta, during the ASO’s annual Delta Classic Chastain concert series (classicchastain.com).
About the Woodruff Arts Center
The Woodruff Arts Center is the largest arts center in the Southeast as well as one of the largest in the nation. The Woodruff is unique in that it combines four visual and performing arts divisions on one campus as one not-for-profit organization. Opening in 1968, the Woodruff Arts Center is home to the Alliance Theatre, the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, the High Museum of Art and Young Audiences. To learn more about the Woodruff Arts Center, please visit woodruffcenter.org.
March 19, 2009
Contact: Melissa A.E. Sanders
(404) 733-4846, melissa.sanders@woodruffcenter.org
ATLANTA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA Announces $1.3 Million in BUDGET CUTS AND COST-SAVING MEASURES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009
Executive and Artistic Leadership, Administration, and Orchestra Musicians Take Steps To Counter Tough Economy
Measures To Include Administration Pay Cuts, Furloughs, and A Hiring Freeze
The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra’s executive and artistic leadership, administration, and Orchestra musicians have taken steps to counter the tough economy. The ASO has announced pay cuts, furloughs, and a hiring freeze in the 2009 fiscal year, beginning with President and CEO Allison Vulgamore, who will take a minimum of 7% compensation reduction. Vice Presidents will take a 6% pay cut, and all other employees will take a 5% pay cut. These cuts will be effective beginning with the April 3, 2009 pay period, and will extend through May 31, 2009 — the end of the 2009 fiscal year. These reductions, combined with previous cost-cutting measures, will result in $1.3 million in savings for the 2009 fiscal year, and will enable the ASO to continue to provide the highest level of artistic quality for all concerts and presentations.
Beginning June 1, 2009, and extending through May 31, 2010 (fiscal year 2010), salaries will be fully reinstated, but employees will take unpaid furloughs — Ms. Vulgamore will take 18 days, Vice Presidents will take 15 days, and all other employees will take 13 days. Music Director Robert Spano and the entire ASO artistic conducting staff join in the cost-saving measures through compensation reductions. In total, these ASO compensation reductions and unpaid furloughs will save the Atlanta Symphony over $750,000 in the 2010 fiscal year.
The Orchestra’s musicians and the Atlanta Federation of Musicians are also in discussions with ASO management to assist the institution in weathering the current financial environment. Daniel Laufer, president of the ASO Players’ Association (ASOPA) said, “While we are currently in the second year of a four-year collective bargaining agreement, the musicians have maintained a consistent, high-quality dialogue with Allison Vulgamore and her staff, and are sensitive to finding appropriate ways to play a part in helping the bottom line.”
“We take seriously the fiscal health of the ASO,” said Atlanta Symphony Orchestra President and CEO Allison Vulgamore. “Certainly, we are experiencing, together with our donors, patrons, board members, and employees, the tremendous challenges of these shared national concerns. We have great admiration for our ASO employees who have, through these compensation contributions, now become stakeholders and investors in the ASO’s mission during these extraordinary economic times. We are also tremendously grateful to our loyal patrons who continue to support the ASO through donations and with concert attendance, especially given their inevitable personal circumstances.”
Previous measures taken by the ASO have already reduced the economic impact on its revenue by $1 million in 2009. Earlier this year the decision was made to freeze open positions and delay the hiring of any new staff. Marketing initiatives, such as a recent one-week $25 ticket offer for 2008-09 season concerts, and other special offers to concert-goers, have kept the Classical-series ticket volume equal to what it was last year. In addition, recordings have been, and will continue to be, limited to Atlanta School of Composers projects in 2009.
Looking to fiscal year 2010, the ASO will sustain a lower headcount through the continuation of frozen and unfilled employee positions, and the redistribution of staff responsibilities. There will also be additional benefit savings in Group Health plans and other employee benefits.
“Despite the economy, the Atlanta Symphony has not cut our art. In fact we have performed for more young people this season than any season in our history through the Concerts for Young People,” said Ms. Vulgamore. “Our Symphony Street concerts will close the year with an increased student attendance of 13%, and Discover/Next Generation concerts will close the year with an increased student attendance of 16%. Our Talent Development Program celebrated 15 years this season, during which cellist Khari Joyner won the Junior Division of the Sphinx Competition, the first of our TDP students to do so. In addition, as a result of a $100,000 grant from Humana, in partnership with the Renaissance Learning Center, the ASO recently auditioned nearly 100 young musicians for its Kids with Strings program, a new TDP feeder program with a new partner that didn’t exist last year.”
Ms. Vulgamore says the ASO is committed to providing the community with stimulating art: “The ASO Theater of a Concert staging of John Adams’s opera, Doctor Atomic, and recently Haydn’s The Creation, both had a huge response, and we are looking forward to continuing our art with a performance by Yo-Yo Ma as part of our two-week Musica Ardiente! celebration of Latin America at the end of the season in June. And we are very excited to open our second season at our new summer home, Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre at Encore Park.”
About the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra
TheAtlanta Symphony Orchestra, currently in its 64th season, is one of America’s leading orchestras, known for the excellence of its live performances, presentations, renowned choruses, and its impressive list of Grammy Award-winning recordings. The leading cultural organization in the Southeast, the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra serves as the cornerstone for artistic development and music education in the region. Under the creative partnership of Music Director Robert Spano, Principal Guest Conductor Donald Runnicles, and President and CEO Allison Vulgamore since September 2001, the Orchestra and audiences have been invigorated through a creative programming mix, recordings, and visual enhancements, such as the ASO Theater of a Concert, the Orchestra’s continuing exploration of different formats, settings, and enhancements for the musical performance experience. The Atlanta School of Composers reflects Mr. Spano and the Orchestra’s commitment to nurturing and championing music through multi-year partnerships defining a new generation of American composers.
During its 31-year history with Telarc, the Orchestra has recorded more than 100 albums and its recordings have won 26 Grammy Awards in categories including Best Classical Album, Best Orchestral Performance, Best Choral Performance, and Best Opera Performance. The ASO Chorus has earned a nine Grammy Awards for Best Choral Performance, most recently for the Berlioz Requiem in 2005.
The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra performs more than 200 concerts each year to a combined audience of more than a half million in a full schedule of performances which also feature educational and community concerts. A recognized leader and supporter of contemporary
American music, the Orchestra recently received the 2007 award for Strongest Commitment to New American Music from the American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers. In addition, Music Director Robert Spano was named Musical America 2008 Conductor of the Year. With the opening of the 12,000-seat Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre at Encore Park (vzwamp.com) in May 2008, the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra becomes the first U.S. orchestra to annually perform and present in its concert hall, and in two amphitheaters. In Summer 2008, the Orchestra celebrated 35 years at legendary Chastain Park Amphitheater, the award-winning 6,500 seat venue in Atlanta, during the ASO’s annual Delta Classic Chastain concert series (classicchastain.com).
About the Woodruff Arts Center
The Woodruff Arts Center is the largest arts center in the Southeast as well as one of the largest in the nation. The Woodruff is unique in that it combines four visual and performing arts divisions on one campus as one not-for-profit organization. Opening in 1968, the Woodruff Arts Center is home to the Alliance Theatre, the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, the High Museum of Art and Young Audiences. To learn more about the Woodruff Arts Center, please visit woodruffcenter.org.
Wednesday, March 18, 2009
7city Learning Expanding Quant Education in the U.S.
PRESS RELEASE - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
PRESS CONTACTS:
Cognito US
Binna Kim/Paul Damon
+1 646 395 6300
7city@cognitomedia.com
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7CITY LEARNING EXPANDING QUANT EDUCATION IN THE U.S.
- Firm responding to growing need for more rigorous education for financial engineers
NEW YORK and LONDON, 18 March 2009 - 7city Learning, a global financial services training company, today announced that the firm has achieved a milestone in the growth of its U.S. business. The firm's renowned Certificate in Quantitative Finance (CQF) course has welcomed its 250th U.S. student. Overall, the percentage of students in the U.S. taking the CQF has grown by 75% per annum since the initial course launch in 2003.
The jump in interest is seen as a win for the online learning industry. After winning a United States Distance Learning Award in 2008 for being a leader in distance training, 7city's range of live streaming portals, classroom recordings and tutor support has set new benchmarks for education in quantitative finance, along with higher training standards within the finance industry.,
Gil Christie, CEO of 7city Learning, says, "We're tremendously pleased at the success the CQF has experienced in the US. We encourage students to take advantage of learning from the CQF faculty, which is comprised of world-renowned practitioners and respected academics."
The Certificate in Quantitative Finance, developed through a partnership between Dr. Paul Wilmott and 7city Learning, has long been the financial services industry's top choice for educating quants in Europe and is rapidly becoming recognized as a necessity for quantitative finance professionals in the U.S. The U.S. student base has grown rapidly since course launch, now comprising more than half of the global CQF student population. Among the benefits to delegates, the CQF affords the opportunity to network with fellow alumni who hail from leading financial institutions around the world.
Dr. Wilmott, Co-Founder and Course Director of the CQF, says, "The recent downturn in the financial markets has brought to light the need for better education, even mathematicians and engineers who are already highly skilled but may not understand the nuances of the businesses they work in. The CQF program provides students with the practical, real-world experience they need to excel in financial engineering."
The CQF targets individuals working in, or intending to move into, derivatives, quantitative trading, or risk management. Delegates include professionals from hedge funds, asset management firms, and banks, many of whom are looking to hone their quantitative skills. As well, the CQF draws delegates from mathematics or science-based backgrounds outside of finance, who are exploring career options in financial services.
Dr. Wilmott continued, "Much of the market meltdown was due to the fact that these professionals never properly understood the financial markets and were, by training, more inclined to focus solely on the mathematics. Our course teaches professionals how to productively test their ideas and become better at understanding the very real market risks inherent in the work they do."
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Notes to Editors
ABOUT 7CITY LEARNING
7city Learning is a global financial services training company providing leading edge solutions for financial and professional skills training. Based in New York, London and Singapore and servicing a blue chip client base, 7city is at the forefront of learning and development and has been acknowledged for its innovative approach and level of professional service. 7city achieved The Sunday Times Virgin Atlantic Fast Track status in 2005, 2006, 2007, and 2008.
7city Learning is part of the 7city Group Limited.
PRESS CONTACTS:
Cognito US
Binna Kim/Paul Damon
+1 646 395 6300
7city@cognitomedia.com
*************************************************
7CITY LEARNING EXPANDING QUANT EDUCATION IN THE U.S.
- Firm responding to growing need for more rigorous education for financial engineers
NEW YORK and LONDON, 18 March 2009 - 7city Learning, a global financial services training company, today announced that the firm has achieved a milestone in the growth of its U.S. business. The firm's renowned Certificate in Quantitative Finance (CQF) course has welcomed its 250th U.S. student. Overall, the percentage of students in the U.S. taking the CQF has grown by 75% per annum since the initial course launch in 2003.
The jump in interest is seen as a win for the online learning industry. After winning a United States Distance Learning Award in 2008 for being a leader in distance training, 7city's range of live streaming portals, classroom recordings and tutor support has set new benchmarks for education in quantitative finance, along with higher training standards within the finance industry.,
Gil Christie, CEO of 7city Learning, says, "We're tremendously pleased at the success the CQF has experienced in the US. We encourage students to take advantage of learning from the CQF faculty, which is comprised of world-renowned practitioners and respected academics."
The Certificate in Quantitative Finance, developed through a partnership between Dr. Paul Wilmott and 7city Learning, has long been the financial services industry's top choice for educating quants in Europe and is rapidly becoming recognized as a necessity for quantitative finance professionals in the U.S. The U.S. student base has grown rapidly since course launch, now comprising more than half of the global CQF student population. Among the benefits to delegates, the CQF affords the opportunity to network with fellow alumni who hail from leading financial institutions around the world.
Dr. Wilmott, Co-Founder and Course Director of the CQF, says, "The recent downturn in the financial markets has brought to light the need for better education, even mathematicians and engineers who are already highly skilled but may not understand the nuances of the businesses they work in. The CQF program provides students with the practical, real-world experience they need to excel in financial engineering."
The CQF targets individuals working in, or intending to move into, derivatives, quantitative trading, or risk management. Delegates include professionals from hedge funds, asset management firms, and banks, many of whom are looking to hone their quantitative skills. As well, the CQF draws delegates from mathematics or science-based backgrounds outside of finance, who are exploring career options in financial services.
Dr. Wilmott continued, "Much of the market meltdown was due to the fact that these professionals never properly understood the financial markets and were, by training, more inclined to focus solely on the mathematics. Our course teaches professionals how to productively test their ideas and become better at understanding the very real market risks inherent in the work they do."
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Notes to Editors
ABOUT 7CITY LEARNING
7city Learning is a global financial services training company providing leading edge solutions for financial and professional skills training. Based in New York, London and Singapore and servicing a blue chip client base, 7city is at the forefront of learning and development and has been acknowledged for its innovative approach and level of professional service. 7city achieved The Sunday Times Virgin Atlantic Fast Track status in 2005, 2006, 2007, and 2008.
7city Learning is part of the 7city Group Limited.
Pickering Interfaces Introduces new 50-297 PCI Precision Resistor Card
Renate Fritz
RF Communications
PR around the Globe
Bei den Selzamweiden 7
86919 Utting am Ammersee/Germany
Tel. 0049 (0) 8806 9578931
Mobile: 0049 (0) 172 8694536
Email: renate.fritz@onlinehome.de
Pickering Interfaces Introduces new 50-297 PCI Precision Resistor Card
Clacton on Sea, UK, March 2009,
-Pickering Interfaces is expanding its range of precision resistor modules with the introduction of a PCI based Precision Resistor card.
Model 50-297 is a high density resistor simulator with a broad resistance range and high channel count which provides similar functionality to Pickering Interfaces well established 40-297 PXI solution. It is available in 3 standard configurations having resistance ranges of 1Ω to 230Ω, 2Ω to 13.5kΩ and 3Ω to 1.5MΩ with 18, 9 and 6 channels respectively. The 6 channel version has a setting resolution of 0.125Ω.
All versions have software interfaces for all popular programming environments based on simple resistance calls for each channel, allowing users to just request the resistance value required. The modules include calibration data that enables the driver to select the nearest value of resistance available.
David Owen, Business Development Manager for Pickering Interfaces commented "These resistor modules are part of our expanding range of resistor simulation solutions. The availability of a solution in PCI allows users to select a high performance solution for applications best served by embedding the resistor simulator in a PC. The use of simple resistance calls for control greatly simplifies the user's task in simulating resistors accurately regardless of which version is chosen."
Pricing and availability information is supplied on our web site: www.pickeringtest.com
About Pickering Interfaces
Pickering Interfaces is a market innovator in signal switching and conditioning for a broad range of applications and architectures, with the largest range of switching modules in the industry for PXI, LXI, PCI, VXI and GPIB applications. Pickering Interfaces has provided solutions to both commercial and MIL/Aero applications. In addition, Pickering's range of instrumentation provides innovative test solutions to users and integrators of modular test systems. Pickering Interfaces operate globally with direct operations in the US, UK, Germany, Sweden, France , Czech Republic, and Engineering support in China, together with additional representation in countries throughout the Americas, Europe and Asia.
RF Communications
PR around the Globe
Bei den Selzamweiden 7
86919 Utting am Ammersee/Germany
Tel. 0049 (0) 8806 9578931
Mobile: 0049 (0) 172 8694536
Email: renate.fritz@onlinehome.de
Pickering Interfaces Introduces new 50-297 PCI Precision Resistor Card
Clacton on Sea, UK, March 2009,
-Pickering Interfaces is expanding its range of precision resistor modules with the introduction of a PCI based Precision Resistor card.
Model 50-297 is a high density resistor simulator with a broad resistance range and high channel count which provides similar functionality to Pickering Interfaces well established 40-297 PXI solution. It is available in 3 standard configurations having resistance ranges of 1Ω to 230Ω, 2Ω to 13.5kΩ and 3Ω to 1.5MΩ with 18, 9 and 6 channels respectively. The 6 channel version has a setting resolution of 0.125Ω.
All versions have software interfaces for all popular programming environments based on simple resistance calls for each channel, allowing users to just request the resistance value required. The modules include calibration data that enables the driver to select the nearest value of resistance available.
David Owen, Business Development Manager for Pickering Interfaces commented "These resistor modules are part of our expanding range of resistor simulation solutions. The availability of a solution in PCI allows users to select a high performance solution for applications best served by embedding the resistor simulator in a PC. The use of simple resistance calls for control greatly simplifies the user's task in simulating resistors accurately regardless of which version is chosen."
Pricing and availability information is supplied on our web site: www.pickeringtest.com
About Pickering Interfaces
Pickering Interfaces is a market innovator in signal switching and conditioning for a broad range of applications and architectures, with the largest range of switching modules in the industry for PXI, LXI, PCI, VXI and GPIB applications. Pickering Interfaces has provided solutions to both commercial and MIL/Aero applications. In addition, Pickering's range of instrumentation provides innovative test solutions to users and integrators of modular test systems. Pickering Interfaces operate globally with direct operations in the US, UK, Germany, Sweden, France , Czech Republic, and Engineering support in China, together with additional representation in countries throughout the Americas, Europe and Asia.
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
SafeData Publishes iSeries Rapid Recovery White Paper
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 17, 2009
Contact:
Karen Higgins
A & E Communications, Inc.
610-831-5723
khiggins@aandecomm.com
SafeData Publishes iSeries Rapid Recovery White Paper
Warwick, R.I. - March 17, 2009 -SafeData, LLC, a technology company focused on helping companies protect their data, minimize downtime and recover and restore data quickly, today announced that it has published a new white paper titled "Best Bets for iSeries Rapid Recovery with Virtualization: An Executive's Guide to Affordable IBM iSeries Recovery in 12 Hours or Less".
In this white paper, readers will gain a better understanding of the backup and recovery options available for the IBM iSeries platform and the value of virtualized recovery. The paper compares the benefits of virtualized recovery to traditional solutions for protecting the IBM iSeries and it discusses the cost differentiators as well as the risk and challenges of traditional methods.
"Protecting your data and applications hosted on your iSeries platform does not have to be expensive or a drain on your IT resources," explained Peter Briggs, president of SafeData. "By outsourcing your virtualized recovery services to experts you will have an affordable backup and recovery solution that will keep your data safe, meet your aggressive recovery time objectives and will alleviate headaches for your IT team. In today's market, you can't afford downtime. Having a solution that enables your systems to be available in 12 hours or less will help you maintain your competitive edge."
The white paper is available for download at: http://www.safedata.net/papers_reg_rapidiseries.asp.
About SafeData, LLC
SafeData, LLC is a technology company focused on helping businesses protect their data, minimize downtime and recover and restore data quickly. SafeData delivers affordable subscription-based backup and recovery services to businesses of all sizes and types, including high availability, electronic vaulting, virtualized recovery and telecom recovery services. SafeData's approach to backup and disaster recovery supports businesses with unique Recovery Time Objectives (RTO), using best-in-class technologies that are cost effective and reliable. Some of SafeData's clients include: Arkwright, American Steel & Aluminum Corp., Celadon Trucking, Sennheiser, FGX International, Military Car Sales, Nypro, Inc., Pentron Clinical Technologies, Prince, J. Polep Distribution Services, Sperian Protection and Wachovia Mortgage. Founded in 2005, SafeData is headquartered in Warwick, R.I. For more information on SafeData, visit www.safedata.net.
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SafeData and the SafeData logo are trademarks of SafeData, LLC. All other trademarks or registered trademarks are properties of their respective owners.
March 17, 2009
Contact:
Karen Higgins
A & E Communications, Inc.
610-831-5723
khiggins@aandecomm.com
SafeData Publishes iSeries Rapid Recovery White Paper
Warwick, R.I. - March 17, 2009 -SafeData, LLC, a technology company focused on helping companies protect their data, minimize downtime and recover and restore data quickly, today announced that it has published a new white paper titled "Best Bets for iSeries Rapid Recovery with Virtualization: An Executive's Guide to Affordable IBM iSeries Recovery in 12 Hours or Less".
In this white paper, readers will gain a better understanding of the backup and recovery options available for the IBM iSeries platform and the value of virtualized recovery. The paper compares the benefits of virtualized recovery to traditional solutions for protecting the IBM iSeries and it discusses the cost differentiators as well as the risk and challenges of traditional methods.
"Protecting your data and applications hosted on your iSeries platform does not have to be expensive or a drain on your IT resources," explained Peter Briggs, president of SafeData. "By outsourcing your virtualized recovery services to experts you will have an affordable backup and recovery solution that will keep your data safe, meet your aggressive recovery time objectives and will alleviate headaches for your IT team. In today's market, you can't afford downtime. Having a solution that enables your systems to be available in 12 hours or less will help you maintain your competitive edge."
The white paper is available for download at: http://www.safedata.net/papers_reg_rapidiseries.asp.
About SafeData, LLC
SafeData, LLC is a technology company focused on helping businesses protect their data, minimize downtime and recover and restore data quickly. SafeData delivers affordable subscription-based backup and recovery services to businesses of all sizes and types, including high availability, electronic vaulting, virtualized recovery and telecom recovery services. SafeData's approach to backup and disaster recovery supports businesses with unique Recovery Time Objectives (RTO), using best-in-class technologies that are cost effective and reliable. Some of SafeData's clients include: Arkwright, American Steel & Aluminum Corp., Celadon Trucking, Sennheiser, FGX International, Military Car Sales, Nypro, Inc., Pentron Clinical Technologies, Prince, J. Polep Distribution Services, Sperian Protection and Wachovia Mortgage. Founded in 2005, SafeData is headquartered in Warwick, R.I. For more information on SafeData, visit www.safedata.net.
# # #
SafeData and the SafeData logo are trademarks of SafeData, LLC. All other trademarks or registered trademarks are properties of their respective owners.
Monday, March 16, 2009
Scientology Spokesman Tommy Davis Confirms Xenu Story
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
3-15-09
Anonymous
anonymous@whyweprotest.net
SCIENTOLOGY SPOKESMAN TOMMY DAVIS CONFIRMS XENU STORY
Los Angeles, CA - After years of dismissing the story as false, Scientology spokesman Tommy Davis has confirmed that the story of mankind's origins involving an alien overlord named Xenu is indeed authentic Scientology teaching.
In the exclusive interview with KESQ News Channel 3 reporter[1], Nathan Baca, Scientology spokesman Tommy Davis was asked about the story of Xenu, known to senior Scientologists as part of "Operating Thetan Level III", or "OT III" for short. Davis denied the story at first (as he has done in the past), stating that these were claims "forwarded by anti-Scientologists."
When Baca began reading from a book written by Scientology founder L. Ron Hubbard that mentions the Xenu story, Davis became defensive, admitting that the story is indeed authentic, but confidential. He then accused Nathan Baca of religious hate, saying that a non-Scientologist asking about Scientology's core beliefs is an "offensive concept", and that Baca was "just forwarding an agenda of hate."
Tommy Davis previously denied the Xenu story, asking CNN reporter John Roberts if it "sounded ridiculous" and saying the story was "unrecognisable" to him[3]. The Xenu story has also been denied by actor Tom Cruise and other famous Scientologists [6]. In that same interview with John Roberts, Davis claimed that anti-Scientology protesters known as "Anonymous" had sent death threats and bomb threats to Scientology "orgs" around the world. When Roberts revealed that the FBI had told CNN that they had no reason to believe Anonymous was responsible for the alleged threats, Mr. Davis stuttered, and claimed that the alleged threats were being investigated by local law enforcement.
The organization is well-known for aggressive public relations and media handling tactics, such as claiming threats of violence against itself. New York journalist, Paulette Cooper, the author of the famous critical book "The Scandal of Scientology", was framed for making bomb threats by Scientology in the 1970's. "Operation Freakout" was revealed by the FBI after raids on Scientology headquarters in Washington and Los Angeles in which were seized detailed plans for the false bomb threats. In 2007, the Church of Scientology in the UK alleged that the BBC sent "terrorist death threats" to the organization[5].
A leaked recording exists of Hubbard giving a lecture[2] on OT III, as well as a hand-written document summarizing the Xenu story written in Hubbard's own handwriting[4]. Hubbard instructed his followers not to mention OT III to any non-Scientologist and Scientologists who themselves have not reached the level, ostensibly because Hubbard wrote that people are liable to fall victim to pneumonia and die if exposed to the Xenu story before they have completed the preparatory steps in Scientology. Scientologists pay up to $350,000 to reach OT III. Those that reach OT III are required to have a safe in their home and to transport the OT III materials in a locked briefcase [7].
About Anonymous
Anonymous is a collective of like-minded individuals that are currently protesting the abuses of the Scientology Organization. For more information, please visit these sites:
http://www.whyweprotest.net/
http://anonstillalive.com/
http://www.anonymousresources.com/
For a summary of the OT III story, check out the Complete OT III Class VIII transcript package: http://www.wikileaks.com/wiki/Scientology_cult_Hubbard_Class_VIII_Xenu_transcripts_1968
Sources:
[1] KESQ News Interview: http://www.kesq.com/Global/story.asp?S=9996728
[2] L Ron Hubbard Audio recording of OTIII (Xenu Story): http://www.bringyou.to/apologetics/HubbardOnXemu.mp3
[3] CNN Interview with Davis on May 8th: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=58igVWapjR8
[4] OT III documents: https://secure.wikileaks.org/wiki/Church_of_Scientology_collected_Operating_Thetan_documents
[5] BBC Editor Blogs About Scientology: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/theeditors/2007/05/investigating_scientology_1.html
[6] http://atheism.about.com/b/2005/06/24/tom-cruise-denies-xenu.htm
[7] http://www.whyaretheydead.net/krasel/aff_mp89.html
3-15-09
Anonymous
anonymous@whyweprotest.net
SCIENTOLOGY SPOKESMAN TOMMY DAVIS CONFIRMS XENU STORY
Los Angeles, CA - After years of dismissing the story as false, Scientology spokesman Tommy Davis has confirmed that the story of mankind's origins involving an alien overlord named Xenu is indeed authentic Scientology teaching.
In the exclusive interview with KESQ News Channel 3 reporter[1], Nathan Baca, Scientology spokesman Tommy Davis was asked about the story of Xenu, known to senior Scientologists as part of "Operating Thetan Level III", or "OT III" for short. Davis denied the story at first (as he has done in the past), stating that these were claims "forwarded by anti-Scientologists."
When Baca began reading from a book written by Scientology founder L. Ron Hubbard that mentions the Xenu story, Davis became defensive, admitting that the story is indeed authentic, but confidential. He then accused Nathan Baca of religious hate, saying that a non-Scientologist asking about Scientology's core beliefs is an "offensive concept", and that Baca was "just forwarding an agenda of hate."
Tommy Davis previously denied the Xenu story, asking CNN reporter John Roberts if it "sounded ridiculous" and saying the story was "unrecognisable" to him[3]. The Xenu story has also been denied by actor Tom Cruise and other famous Scientologists [6]. In that same interview with John Roberts, Davis claimed that anti-Scientology protesters known as "Anonymous" had sent death threats and bomb threats to Scientology "orgs" around the world. When Roberts revealed that the FBI had told CNN that they had no reason to believe Anonymous was responsible for the alleged threats, Mr. Davis stuttered, and claimed that the alleged threats were being investigated by local law enforcement.
The organization is well-known for aggressive public relations and media handling tactics, such as claiming threats of violence against itself. New York journalist, Paulette Cooper, the author of the famous critical book "The Scandal of Scientology", was framed for making bomb threats by Scientology in the 1970's. "Operation Freakout" was revealed by the FBI after raids on Scientology headquarters in Washington and Los Angeles in which were seized detailed plans for the false bomb threats. In 2007, the Church of Scientology in the UK alleged that the BBC sent "terrorist death threats" to the organization[5].
A leaked recording exists of Hubbard giving a lecture[2] on OT III, as well as a hand-written document summarizing the Xenu story written in Hubbard's own handwriting[4]. Hubbard instructed his followers not to mention OT III to any non-Scientologist and Scientologists who themselves have not reached the level, ostensibly because Hubbard wrote that people are liable to fall victim to pneumonia and die if exposed to the Xenu story before they have completed the preparatory steps in Scientology. Scientologists pay up to $350,000 to reach OT III. Those that reach OT III are required to have a safe in their home and to transport the OT III materials in a locked briefcase [7].
About Anonymous
Anonymous is a collective of like-minded individuals that are currently protesting the abuses of the Scientology Organization. For more information, please visit these sites:
http://www.whyweprotest.net/
http://anonstillalive.com/
http://www.anonymousresources.com/
For a summary of the OT III story, check out the Complete OT III Class VIII transcript package: http://www.wikileaks.com/wiki/Scientology_cult_Hubbard_Class_VIII_Xenu_transcripts_1968
Sources:
[1] KESQ News Interview: http://www.kesq.com/Global/story.asp?S=9996728
[2] L Ron Hubbard Audio recording of OTIII (Xenu Story): http://www.bringyou.to/apologetics/HubbardOnXemu.mp3
[3] CNN Interview with Davis on May 8th: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=58igVWapjR8
[4] OT III documents: https://secure.wikileaks.org/wiki/Church_of_Scientology_collected_Operating_Thetan_documents
[5] BBC Editor Blogs About Scientology: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/theeditors/2007/05/investigating_scientology_1.html
[6] http://atheism.about.com/b/2005/06/24/tom-cruise-denies-xenu.htm
[7] http://www.whyaretheydead.net/krasel/aff_mp89.html
Friday, March 13, 2009
Queen's shoes & more Announces Shoe Drive to Benefit the International Shoe Charity Soles4Souls
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Queen's shoes & more ANNOUNCES SHOE DRIVE TO BENEFIT
SOLES4SOULS™ Inc., THE SHOE CHARITY,
AT 1939 Main St ON March 15 –April15
Santa Cruz County residents are invited to recycle their 'gently worn' shoes for people in need
Watsonville, CA – March 2009 – Every 17 seconds, Soles4Souls Inc. gives away another pair of shoes to someone in need. The shoe charity has earned glowing endorsements from Hollywood stars and professional athletes, but the people that truly make the non-profit organization effective are those who clean out their closets to personally drop off their ‘gently worn’ shoes at a participating location, such as Queen's shoes & more.
For a limited time, Soles4Souls and Queen's shoes & more will be collecting your gently worn footwear and/or donations to ship the shoes to people in need, whether they are victims of a natural disaster or subject to living in extreme poverty. It is estimated that Americans have 1.5 billion pairs of unused shoes lying in their closets. The charity can use each and every one of these pairs to make a tangible difference in someone's life.
“We can use the shoes taking up space in your closet to change the world one pair at a time,” Elsey said. “We need our partners in Santa Cruz County to 'STEP UP' and get behind our call for action. It’s one of the most simple yet profound gifts you can make, because it will greatly improve someone’s life in the most difficult of times,” he said.
The Shoe Drive will begin on March 15th and will go on until April 15. Bring in your ‘gently worn’ shoes and receive a $10 credit towards a new pair of shoes.
People and companies interested in donating can visit the organization’s website at www.giveshoes.org, and follow the instructions.
About Soles4Souls
Nashville-based Soles4Souls™ facilitates the donations of both new and used shoes, which are used to aid the hurting worldwide. Soles4Souls has distributed more than 4 million pairs (currently donating one pair every 17 seconds) to people in over 70 countries, including Honduras, Uganda, Romania, and the United States. The charity has been featured recently in Runner's World and the Green Guide by National Geographic. It has also appeared on CNN, NBC, ABC, FOX, CBS, and hundreds of regional outlets around North America. Soles4Souls is a 501(c)(3) recognized by the IRS; donating parties are eligible for tax advantages. Visit www.giveshoes.org for more information.
For more information please contact:
LOCAL CONTACT: Sindy Hernandez, Queen's shoes & more, 831-763-9491 sindy@queensshoes.net
Chris Carmichael, Soles4Souls, 615-391-5723 ext 143 chrisc@giveshoes.org
Kim Dettwiller, Soles4Souls, 615-321-4073 kimd@giveshoes.org
Queen's shoes & more ANNOUNCES SHOE DRIVE TO BENEFIT
SOLES4SOULS™ Inc., THE SHOE CHARITY,
AT 1939 Main St ON March 15 –April15
Santa Cruz County residents are invited to recycle their 'gently worn' shoes for people in need
Watsonville, CA – March 2009 – Every 17 seconds, Soles4Souls Inc. gives away another pair of shoes to someone in need. The shoe charity has earned glowing endorsements from Hollywood stars and professional athletes, but the people that truly make the non-profit organization effective are those who clean out their closets to personally drop off their ‘gently worn’ shoes at a participating location, such as Queen's shoes & more.
For a limited time, Soles4Souls and Queen's shoes & more will be collecting your gently worn footwear and/or donations to ship the shoes to people in need, whether they are victims of a natural disaster or subject to living in extreme poverty. It is estimated that Americans have 1.5 billion pairs of unused shoes lying in their closets. The charity can use each and every one of these pairs to make a tangible difference in someone's life.
“We can use the shoes taking up space in your closet to change the world one pair at a time,” Elsey said. “We need our partners in Santa Cruz County to 'STEP UP' and get behind our call for action. It’s one of the most simple yet profound gifts you can make, because it will greatly improve someone’s life in the most difficult of times,” he said.
The Shoe Drive will begin on March 15th and will go on until April 15. Bring in your ‘gently worn’ shoes and receive a $10 credit towards a new pair of shoes.
People and companies interested in donating can visit the organization’s website at www.giveshoes.org, and follow the instructions.
About Soles4Souls
Nashville-based Soles4Souls™ facilitates the donations of both new and used shoes, which are used to aid the hurting worldwide. Soles4Souls has distributed more than 4 million pairs (currently donating one pair every 17 seconds) to people in over 70 countries, including Honduras, Uganda, Romania, and the United States. The charity has been featured recently in Runner's World and the Green Guide by National Geographic. It has also appeared on CNN, NBC, ABC, FOX, CBS, and hundreds of regional outlets around North America. Soles4Souls is a 501(c)(3) recognized by the IRS; donating parties are eligible for tax advantages. Visit www.giveshoes.org
For more information please contact:
LOCAL CONTACT: Sindy Hernandez, Queen's shoes & more, 831-763-9491 sindy@queensshoes.net
Chris Carmichael, Soles4Souls, 615-391-5723 ext 143 chrisc@giveshoes.org
Kim Dettwiller, Soles4Souls, 615-321-4073 kimd@giveshoes.org
Thursday, March 12, 2009
Home Care Delivered, Inc. Launches Proprietary Insurance Payer Management System
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Home Care Delivered, Inc. Launches Proprietary Insurance Payer Management System
Innovative PayerPro System enhances speed and accuracy of patient orders through determining product coverage based on patients’ health insurance plan and medical condition
RICHMOND, VA (March 12, 2009) — Home Care Delivered, Inc., a leading mail-order provider of billable home medical supplies, announced the launch of a proprietary payer management system designed to enhance speed and accuracy of patient medical supply orders.
“Keeping track of the ever-changing insurance payer requirements is critical to the success of our business,” said Chief Operating Officer Carol Muratore. “We bill hundreds of insurance plans throughout the country that each present their own set of rules and product allowable amounts. Our PayerPro System ensures that we promptly and accurately ship our patients’ supplies within the limits of each particular plan and determines all medical documentation required to receive payment.”
Home Care Delivered has made extensive investments in technology to ensure a seamless process from the time a patient is enrolled to the supply shipment and ultimately to billing the insurance claim. The PayerPro System is the latest addition to the company’s suite of proprietary software. PayerPro allows the company’s customer service representatives to process orders quickly and accurately while patients are handled with care and compassion.
“After thorough research of existing products on the market it became clear that there were no viable options,” said Chief Technology Officer Richard Wells. “Home Care Delivered decided to design and build a proprietary system based on the company’s unique business needs. The PayerPro System allows Home Care Delivered’s customer service representatives to instantly inform patients of the type and amount of products they can receive based on physicians’ orders and insurance coverage.”
For more information, contact Home Care Delivered toll-free at 800-565-5644 Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 8 PM Eastern Time or visit www.HomeCareDelivered.com.
_______________________________________________________________
ABOUT Home Care Delivered, Inc.
Home Care Delivered is a leading mail-order provider of diabetes testing, incontinence, urology, ostomy and wound care supplies delivered directly to the patient’s home. Founded in 1996 and headquartered in Glen Allen, Virginia, Home Care Delivered is dedicated to providing world-class customer support and quality supplies for patients and caregivers nationwide. The company provides clinical professionals with a fast, simple method for referring patients with home medical supply needs. Some of the benefits provided to our customers include insurance verification, claims filing, fast reliable delivery, caring customer service and access to a registered nurse for product use information. For more information, please call 800-565-5644 Monday through Friday, 8 AM – 8 PM Eastern Time or visit us online at www.HomeCareDelivered.com.
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For media inquiries contact:
Jamie Meyer ∙ Director of Marketing Operations ∙ 804.200.7303 ∙ jmeyer@homecaredelivered.com
Home Care Delivered, Inc. Launches Proprietary Insurance Payer Management System
Innovative PayerPro System enhances speed and accuracy of patient orders through determining product coverage based on patients’ health insurance plan and medical condition
RICHMOND, VA (March 12, 2009) — Home Care Delivered, Inc., a leading mail-order provider of billable home medical supplies, announced the launch of a proprietary payer management system designed to enhance speed and accuracy of patient medical supply orders.
“Keeping track of the ever-changing insurance payer requirements is critical to the success of our business,” said Chief Operating Officer Carol Muratore. “We bill hundreds of insurance plans throughout the country that each present their own set of rules and product allowable amounts. Our PayerPro System ensures that we promptly and accurately ship our patients’ supplies within the limits of each particular plan and determines all medical documentation required to receive payment.”
Home Care Delivered has made extensive investments in technology to ensure a seamless process from the time a patient is enrolled to the supply shipment and ultimately to billing the insurance claim. The PayerPro System is the latest addition to the company’s suite of proprietary software. PayerPro allows the company’s customer service representatives to process orders quickly and accurately while patients are handled with care and compassion.
“After thorough research of existing products on the market it became clear that there were no viable options,” said Chief Technology Officer Richard Wells. “Home Care Delivered decided to design and build a proprietary system based on the company’s unique business needs. The PayerPro System allows Home Care Delivered’s customer service representatives to instantly inform patients of the type and amount of products they can receive based on physicians’ orders and insurance coverage.”
For more information, contact Home Care Delivered toll-free at 800-565-5644 Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 8 PM Eastern Time or visit www.HomeCareDelivered.com.
_______________________________________________________________
ABOUT Home Care Delivered, Inc.
Home Care Delivered is a leading mail-order provider of diabetes testing, incontinence, urology, ostomy and wound care supplies delivered directly to the patient’s home. Founded in 1996 and headquartered in Glen Allen, Virginia, Home Care Delivered is dedicated to providing world-class customer support and quality supplies for patients and caregivers nationwide. The company provides clinical professionals with a fast, simple method for referring patients with home medical supply needs. Some of the benefits provided to our customers include insurance verification, claims filing, fast reliable delivery, caring customer service and access to a registered nurse for product use information. For more information, please call 800-565-5644 Monday through Friday, 8 AM – 8 PM Eastern Time or visit us online at www.HomeCareDelivered.com.
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For media inquiries contact:
Jamie Meyer ∙ Director of Marketing Operations ∙ 804.200.7303 ∙ jmeyer@homecaredelivered.com
PPC Wins "CES 2009 Best Buzz Award" for World's First Locking HDMI Cable
PPC WINS “CES 2009 BEST BUZZ AWARD” FOR WORLD’S FIRST LOCKING HDMI CABLE
March 12, 2009, East Syracuse, NY -- PPC www.connect2ppc.com, the proven leader in the design and manufacture of connectors for the telecommunications, satellite and wireless industries with the most patents in connector technology worldwide, announced today that it has won the Insight Media “CES 2009 Best Buzz Award” for Best Interconnect Device for the“PPC Locking HDMI Cable,” the world’s first HDMI locking cable available on the market.
Insight Media analysts compiled a list of the products and technologies that generated the most talk on the show floor at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES), held in January 2009 in Las Vegas. The buzz may be about a technology breakthrough, a bold, innovative design or a quirky design, or it may reflect a new social direction, like today’s commitment to “green.” Analysts Ken Werner, Steve Sechrist, Pete Putman, Chris Chinnock, Matt Brennesholtz, Aldo Cugnini, and Mike Kalmanash compared notes on show highlights and presented the Best Buzz Awardees for CES 2009.
PPC won for the CES 2009 Best Buzz Award for its PPC Locking HDMI Cable with patented locking connectors. “Standard HDMI connectors have a pull strength of only three pounds, and over time, the weight of the cable plus vibration can loosen the connector spontaneously, resulting in a poor connection or no connection at all. This is so common that the volume of ‘help’ calls from PPC customers induced them to come up with a solution,” said Ken Werner, Insight Media. “PPC’s clever, solid design has a 12-pound pull strength and is compatible with standard HDMI sockets – unlike competing designs, which require matching custom sockets. There is a broad market here, including cable manufacturers, CEDIA-type installers, commercial networks, Geek Squad type installers and end users.”
“We are honored to win the Insight Media CES 2009 Best Buzz Award for our exclusive HDMI Locking Cable, the first available on the market,” said Andy White, Vice President, Retail and Satellite, PPC. “We’ve come up with a product HDTV customers have been waiting for.”
Priced starting at $48.99, the PPC HDMI Locking Cable features:
Patented locking device reduces fallout, providing a more reliable signal.
Push-button operation - easy-to-use release tab prevents port damage.
Perfect Flex jacket and flexible cable - no tools required to install, engage or release for easy installation.
100 percent foil coverage and braided shielding to eliminate interference.
Requires no adapter, no additional hardware, no adhesives or modifications.
Elegant & intuitive design.
HDMI compliant - backwards compatible with all HDMI spec ports.
The PPC HDMI Locking Cable is available immediately online at: www.connect2ppc.com, priced at $48.99 for the 3 foot cable, $59.99 for the 6 foot cable, and $72.99 for the 12 foot cable. For more information, see the PPC site at: www.connect2ppc.com phone: 315-431-7200 800-800-6652.
About PPC
With more patents in connector technology than any other company worldwide, PPC has pioneered many of the advancements available in the industry today and is a proven leader in the design and manufacture of connector technology for the telecommunications, satellite and wireless industries around the globe. PPC’s innovations include the Universal Compression Connector, widely used by all major cable TV and satellite companies; the wireless compression connector for the wireless industry, and the only locking HDMI connector. Headquartered in E. Syracuse, NY, PPC also has locations in Denmark, St. Kitts, and China. For more information, visit www.ppc-online.com.
March 12, 2009, East Syracuse, NY -- PPC www.connect2ppc.com, the proven leader in the design and manufacture of connectors for the telecommunications, satellite and wireless industries with the most patents in connector technology worldwide, announced today that it has won the Insight Media “CES 2009 Best Buzz Award” for Best Interconnect Device for the“PPC Locking HDMI Cable,” the world’s first HDMI locking cable available on the market.
Insight Media analysts compiled a list of the products and technologies that generated the most talk on the show floor at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES), held in January 2009 in Las Vegas. The buzz may be about a technology breakthrough, a bold, innovative design or a quirky design, or it may reflect a new social direction, like today’s commitment to “green.” Analysts Ken Werner, Steve Sechrist, Pete Putman, Chris Chinnock, Matt Brennesholtz, Aldo Cugnini, and Mike Kalmanash compared notes on show highlights and presented the Best Buzz Awardees for CES 2009.
PPC won for the CES 2009 Best Buzz Award for its PPC Locking HDMI Cable with patented locking connectors. “Standard HDMI connectors have a pull strength of only three pounds, and over time, the weight of the cable plus vibration can loosen the connector spontaneously, resulting in a poor connection or no connection at all. This is so common that the volume of ‘help’ calls from PPC customers induced them to come up with a solution,” said Ken Werner, Insight Media. “PPC’s clever, solid design has a 12-pound pull strength and is compatible with standard HDMI sockets – unlike competing designs, which require matching custom sockets. There is a broad market here, including cable manufacturers, CEDIA-type installers, commercial networks, Geek Squad type installers and end users.”
“We are honored to win the Insight Media CES 2009 Best Buzz Award for our exclusive HDMI Locking Cable, the first available on the market,” said Andy White, Vice President, Retail and Satellite, PPC. “We’ve come up with a product HDTV customers have been waiting for.”
Priced starting at $48.99, the PPC HDMI Locking Cable features:
Patented locking device reduces fallout, providing a more reliable signal.
Push-button operation - easy-to-use release tab prevents port damage.
Perfect Flex jacket and flexible cable - no tools required to install, engage or release for easy installation.
100 percent foil coverage and braided shielding to eliminate interference.
Requires no adapter, no additional hardware, no adhesives or modifications.
Elegant & intuitive design.
HDMI compliant - backwards compatible with all HDMI spec ports.
The PPC HDMI Locking Cable is available immediately online at: www.connect2ppc.com, priced at $48.99 for the 3 foot cable, $59.99 for the 6 foot cable, and $72.99 for the 12 foot cable. For more information, see the PPC site at: www.connect2ppc.com phone: 315-431-7200 800-800-6652.
About PPC
With more patents in connector technology than any other company worldwide, PPC has pioneered many of the advancements available in the industry today and is a proven leader in the design and manufacture of connector technology for the telecommunications, satellite and wireless industries around the globe. PPC’s innovations include the Universal Compression Connector, widely used by all major cable TV and satellite companies; the wireless compression connector for the wireless industry, and the only locking HDMI connector. Headquartered in E. Syracuse, NY, PPC also has locations in Denmark, St. Kitts, and China. For more information, visit www.ppc-online.com.
Software Firm Announces Sale of Leviticus 2005 and Leviticus DCS Pro Software for Mold Inspectors and Remediators
WELLINGTON, Fla., March 12 -- The current holders of Leviticus DCS Pro announce the sale of their software Leviticus PRO 2005 / DCS Pro Document Compliance software for mold inspectors and remediators to computer company MST Software, LLC, a Wellington, FL company. Offering significant time-saving advancements above and beyond the current capabilities of the software, the current holders of Leviticus DCS Pro have decided to move in another direction and remove from software development and move forward with other business ventures.
MST Software, LLC will own 100% of all software development, Intellectual Properties and all current and future client accounts. MST Software, LLC will begin to move forward with future development of all software. MST Software, LLC President and CEO Alvin Griner states, "We here at MST Software, LLC are really excited about this purchase and look forward to servicing all current customers and new customers in the future. We are working really hard and picking up where the previous holders stopped in the development of the software." Leviticus DCS Pro has been in re-development to become an Internet-based Software "Inspection Companion," making it a great convenience for companies when out in the field. Releasing very soon is the flexibility and versatility allowing users added flexibility and customization of the software.
Leviticus PRO 2005 software currently is endorsed by Micro (Mold Inspection Consulting and Remediation Organization, http://www.moldcareer.com), sold on Softwarescout.com and available from Inspectoressentials.com. "We are still endorsed by Micro and we are currently working on our LEED Accreditation from the U.S. Green Building Council," Griner said. MST Software, LLC will also be gearing up for a version of the software written for specific languages.
Please direct all sales inquiries to:
Alvin Griner, President and CEO
MST Software, LLC
13812 Folkstone Cir.
Wellington, FL. 33414
Toll Free: 866-608-9306
Phone: (561) 721.0721
Fax: (561) 721-0771
agriner@softwarebymst.com
Visit us on the web at http://www.softwarebymst.com
This release was issued through eReleases(TM). For more information, visit http://www.ereleases.com.
CONTACT: Alvin Griner, President and CEO of MST Software, LLC, 1-866-608-9306, or +1-561-721-0721, agriner@softwarebymst.com
MST Software, LLC will own 100% of all software development, Intellectual Properties and all current and future client accounts. MST Software, LLC will begin to move forward with future development of all software. MST Software, LLC President and CEO Alvin Griner states, "We here at MST Software, LLC are really excited about this purchase and look forward to servicing all current customers and new customers in the future. We are working really hard and picking up where the previous holders stopped in the development of the software." Leviticus DCS Pro has been in re-development to become an Internet-based Software "Inspection Companion," making it a great convenience for companies when out in the field. Releasing very soon is the flexibility and versatility allowing users added flexibility and customization of the software.
Leviticus PRO 2005 software currently is endorsed by Micro (Mold Inspection Consulting and Remediation Organization, http://www.moldcareer.com), sold on Softwarescout.com and available from Inspectoressentials.com. "We are still endorsed by Micro and we are currently working on our LEED Accreditation from the U.S. Green Building Council," Griner said. MST Software, LLC will also be gearing up for a version of the software written for specific languages.
Please direct all sales inquiries to:
Alvin Griner, President and CEO
MST Software, LLC
13812 Folkstone Cir.
Wellington, FL. 33414
Toll Free: 866-608-9306
Phone: (561) 721.0721
Fax: (561) 721-0771
agriner@softwarebymst.com
Visit us on the web at http://www.softwarebymst.com
This release was issued through eReleases(TM). For more information, visit http://www.ereleases.com.
CONTACT: Alvin Griner, President and CEO of MST Software, LLC, 1-866-608-9306, or +1-561-721-0721, agriner@softwarebymst.com
Wednesday, March 11, 2009
NxRev Selects I-Cubed for Windchill® Migration Offering
Press Contact: I-Cubed Marketing
Tel: (919) 755-5300
Fax: (919) 755-5301
Email: sales@i-cubed.com
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
NxRev Selects I-Cubed for Windchill® Migration Offering
Raleigh, NC, March 11, 2009 - Integrated Industrial Information (I-Cubed), a PTC PartnerAdvantageT Program Platinum member, and NxRev, announced an agreement to jointly deliver PTC® Windchill migration solutions to PTC's North American customer base. NxRev, PTC's top reseller on the west coast, selected I-Cubed to accelerate Windchill adoption with a secure, predictable and easy-to-deploy migration solution, Legend Loader.
"I-Cubed's twenty year track record of delivering quality products and support, combined with their strong PTC relationship, made I-Cubed the obvious choice as our migration partner. We want to offer our customers a complete end-to-end solution for Windchill deployments. Our customers' engineering data is their most precious asset and I-Cubed understands how to transport it with care," says Scott Carmichael, vice president, NxRev.
I-Cubed's migration tool, Legend, solves the problem of moving engineering data from a file system, custom databases, or legacy PLM/PDM systems into Windchill. Legend supports the migration of all MCAD data and non-CAD data that Windchill supports.
Mr. Carmichael adds, "I-Cubed maintains a strong relationship with both our team and the customer. They take ownership of customer problems and work closely with every customer to ensure migration success. With I-Cubed as part of the team, I am confident in our ability to deliver successful migration solutions."
Legend is currently being used by NxRev at a defense contractor customer site to load SolidWorks 2008 data into Windchill 9.0. By partnering with I-Cubed, NxRev was able to meet its mission to the customer and provide the tools that fully integrate PLM into the customer development processes.
About I-Cubed
Since 1984, I-Cubed has been developing solutions that maximize the tremendous potential of engineering assets across the enterprise. I-Cubed is the leading CAD data migration solutions provider for PLM. In addition to data migration solutions, I-Cubed provides custom CAD Integrations, PLM and Enterprise Rights Management consulting. Find out more at: www.i-cubed.com.
About NxRev
NxRev has the largest customer base on the West Coast. Its personnel has been involved with PTC products for a combined 50 years of industry experience, in consulting services, design engineering and project management. The company has been involved with Pro/INTRALINK ® since its initial release as well as Pro/PDMT before that. The team has extensive experience training both beginner and advanced users of PTC solutions. www.nxrev.com
PTC, Windchill, Pro/INTRALINK, Pro/PDM and PartnerAdvantage are trademarks or registered trademarks of Parametric Technology Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries
Tel: (919) 755-5300
Fax: (919) 755-5301
Email: sales@i-cubed.com
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
NxRev Selects I-Cubed for Windchill® Migration Offering
Raleigh, NC, March 11, 2009 - Integrated Industrial Information (I-Cubed), a PTC PartnerAdvantageT Program Platinum member, and NxRev, announced an agreement to jointly deliver PTC® Windchill migration solutions to PTC's North American customer base. NxRev, PTC's top reseller on the west coast, selected I-Cubed to accelerate Windchill adoption with a secure, predictable and easy-to-deploy migration solution, Legend Loader.
"I-Cubed's twenty year track record of delivering quality products and support, combined with their strong PTC relationship, made I-Cubed the obvious choice as our migration partner. We want to offer our customers a complete end-to-end solution for Windchill deployments. Our customers' engineering data is their most precious asset and I-Cubed understands how to transport it with care," says Scott Carmichael, vice president, NxRev.
I-Cubed's migration tool, Legend, solves the problem of moving engineering data from a file system, custom databases, or legacy PLM/PDM systems into Windchill. Legend supports the migration of all MCAD data and non-CAD data that Windchill supports.
Mr. Carmichael adds, "I-Cubed maintains a strong relationship with both our team and the customer. They take ownership of customer problems and work closely with every customer to ensure migration success. With I-Cubed as part of the team, I am confident in our ability to deliver successful migration solutions."
Legend is currently being used by NxRev at a defense contractor customer site to load SolidWorks 2008 data into Windchill 9.0. By partnering with I-Cubed, NxRev was able to meet its mission to the customer and provide the tools that fully integrate PLM into the customer development processes.
About I-Cubed
Since 1984, I-Cubed has been developing solutions that maximize the tremendous potential of engineering assets across the enterprise. I-Cubed is the leading CAD data migration solutions provider for PLM. In addition to data migration solutions, I-Cubed provides custom CAD Integrations, PLM and Enterprise Rights Management consulting. Find out more at: www.i-cubed.com.
About NxRev
NxRev has the largest customer base on the West Coast. Its personnel has been involved with PTC products for a combined 50 years of industry experience, in consulting services, design engineering and project management. The company has been involved with Pro/INTRALINK ® since its initial release as well as Pro/PDMT before that. The team has extensive experience training both beginner and advanced users of PTC solutions. www.nxrev.com
PTC, Windchill, Pro/INTRALINK, Pro/PDM and PartnerAdvantage are trademarks or registered trademarks of Parametric Technology Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries
Positive review for DIGITUS® at CeBIT in Hannover
Positive review for DIGITUS® at CeBIT in Hannover
Lüdenscheid, 11.03.2009 - Assmann Electronic GmbH, the electronics specialist from Lüdenscheid presented the DIGITUS® brand with great success at CeBIT in spite of the economic crisis. "Professional network technology and home entertainment are growing together more and more. We are helping the customer to connect" says Till Brauckmann, Marketing Director of Assmann.
A large number of professional visitors on the following fair days made up for the usual weak start on the first day of the fair. Many interesting talks took place with interested visitors and customers, new partnerships and cooperations were started.
Trade fair stand of DIGITUS®
The marketing concept put forward was encouraged and well received by all the visitors. Each visitor was cordially welcomed and found solutions for his individual requirements irrespective of whether he was a final customer, specialized dealer, computer retailer or retail seller.
Products for PoE (Power over Ethernet), security technology, the new USB 3.0 cable, powerline and coaxial networks and also dedicated broadband routers and switches designed for DIGITUS® were presented for the first time. Assmann has shown again that the DIGITUS® brand links the highest quality with attractive design.
The DIGITUS® bag collection in trendy colours for notebooks was a special highlight; starting with the slim bag and the lifestyle bag and moving on to the notebook or weekend trolley.
Mainly computer retailers and integrators and also electrical installation engineers from the building sector found tailor made solutions in the DIGITUS® PROFESSIONAL range.
The Security and Surveillance aspect extends the professional network range of DIGITUS®. Various solutions for camera surveillance and the related technology were presented here.
DIGITUS® could present the national and international audience with a wide-ranging program. The competent and friendly team at the modern trade fair stand held many technical talks and discussions about the range.
Dealers can obtain further information from www.digitus.info. DIGITUS® products can be purchased by dealers from the usual distributors.
High-resolution photo and image material on this press release and information and photos on the company ASSMANN Electronic GmbH are available for downloading from the following web address: www.assmann.com/index.php
Contact press
Ilona De Laever
ASSMANN ELECTRONIC GmbH
Auf dem Schüffel 3
58513 Lüdenscheid
Germany
Phone: (+49) 0 23 51 - 55 4 - 660
Fax: (+49) 0 23 51 - 55 4 - 661
E-Mail: i.delaever@assmann.com
Web: www.assmann.com www.digitus.info
Brief company profile
ASSMANN Electronic GmbH was founded in 1969 in Lüdenscheid/Germany as a manufacturer of connectors and adapters for internal and external computer cables.
With his own branches in Austria, France, Sweden, Croatia, Slovenia, Poland, Mexico, USA, China and Taiwan, this ISO-certified specialist in computer accessories and network solutions today supplies IT distributors and key accounts worldwide. The major part of the product range consists of the DIGITUS® brand range. Active and passive network components, KVMs, USB and Firewire products, cables, adapters and connectors, (S)ATA/SCSI products, peripherals, notebook, PDA, computer and multimedia accessories are supplied both for private consumers and professional users. The DIGITUS® brand was introduced in 1994, and is now well-known in many markets for its “Best Value for Money” quality. (48)
Lüdenscheid, 11.03.2009 - Assmann Electronic GmbH, the electronics specialist from Lüdenscheid presented the DIGITUS® brand with great success at CeBIT in spite of the economic crisis. "Professional network technology and home entertainment are growing together more and more. We are helping the customer to connect" says Till Brauckmann, Marketing Director of Assmann.
A large number of professional visitors on the following fair days made up for the usual weak start on the first day of the fair. Many interesting talks took place with interested visitors and customers, new partnerships and cooperations were started.
Trade fair stand of DIGITUS®
The marketing concept put forward was encouraged and well received by all the visitors. Each visitor was cordially welcomed and found solutions for his individual requirements irrespective of whether he was a final customer, specialized dealer, computer retailer or retail seller.
Products for PoE (Power over Ethernet), security technology, the new USB 3.0 cable, powerline and coaxial networks and also dedicated broadband routers and switches designed for DIGITUS® were presented for the first time. Assmann has shown again that the DIGITUS® brand links the highest quality with attractive design.
The DIGITUS® bag collection in trendy colours for notebooks was a special highlight; starting with the slim bag and the lifestyle bag and moving on to the notebook or weekend trolley.
Mainly computer retailers and integrators and also electrical installation engineers from the building sector found tailor made solutions in the DIGITUS® PROFESSIONAL range.
The Security and Surveillance aspect extends the professional network range of DIGITUS®. Various solutions for camera surveillance and the related technology were presented here.
DIGITUS® could present the national and international audience with a wide-ranging program. The competent and friendly team at the modern trade fair stand held many technical talks and discussions about the range.
Dealers can obtain further information from www.digitus.info. DIGITUS® products can be purchased by dealers from the usual distributors.
High-resolution photo and image material on this press release and information and photos on the company ASSMANN Electronic GmbH are available for downloading from the following web address: www.assmann.com/index.php
Contact press
Ilona De Laever
ASSMANN ELECTRONIC GmbH
Auf dem Schüffel 3
58513 Lüdenscheid
Germany
Phone: (+49) 0 23 51 - 55 4 - 660
Fax: (+49) 0 23 51 - 55 4 - 661
E-Mail: i.delaever@assmann.com
Web: www.assmann.com www.digitus.info
Brief company profile
ASSMANN Electronic GmbH was founded in 1969 in Lüdenscheid/Germany as a manufacturer of connectors and adapters for internal and external computer cables.
With his own branches in Austria, France, Sweden, Croatia, Slovenia, Poland, Mexico, USA, China and Taiwan, this ISO-certified specialist in computer accessories and network solutions today supplies IT distributors and key accounts worldwide. The major part of the product range consists of the DIGITUS® brand range. Active and passive network components, KVMs, USB and Firewire products, cables, adapters and connectors, (S)ATA/SCSI products, peripherals, notebook, PDA, computer and multimedia accessories are supplied both for private consumers and professional users. The DIGITUS® brand was introduced in 1994, and is now well-known in many markets for its “Best Value for Money” quality. (48)
Tuesday, March 10, 2009
BoneTown Launches Affiliate Program
PRESS RELEASE
For Immediate Release
March 10, 2009
BoneTown Launches Affiliate Program
Referrers earn 50% on every sale of the adult action adventure game
Albuquerque, NM – D-Dub Software, the creator of BoneTown, the world’s first true action adventure adult video game, is pleased to announce the launch of the BoneTown Affiliate Program, which offers a straight 50 percent commission on all immediate and future purchases made by customers referred through an affiliate’s webpage.
Debuting late last year to excellent reviews and instant sales, BoneTown has added a bold and creative voice to the video game genre. In fact, there isn’t anything like it in video gaming today. With the pending release of its first expansion pack, which will include live action movies courtesy of SugarDVD,BoneTown provides webmasters a wholly new and engaging product for their customers and a brand new revenue stream for themselves.
“I like BoneTown so much I agreed to become a character in it,” said the legendary adult performer Ron Jeremy. “It’s funny and clever and a real game, which means I’m useless playing it, but gamers love it! And they can keep adding stories and content, which means I can come back again and again. They’re going to sell millions of them!”
BoneTown affiliates have access to regularly updated promotional tools that fit the needs of their industry, including linking codes with specialized D-Dub banners, videos, audio and game art.
“BoneTown appeals to a wide variety of markets outside of porn and video games,” D-Dub Business Development Manager Maximus M. Baptist VIII said. “Our promo tools make it much easier to target markets such as satirical humor, marijuana, alcohol, race, gambling, religion, politics and freedom of speech, and really any type of male adult entertainment. And we’ll continue to add unique promotions and updates to our affiliate program, so that it, like the game, is always growing and becoming more appealing to affiliates and their markets.”
BoneTown affiliate sales are processed by NetBilling and Paypal, and tracked by Product Cart, where affiliates will have access to their sales in real time in personalized accounts, and receive an email with a commission amount every time a sale is made utilizing their affiliate ID. The BoneTown Affiliate Program offers payouts on a monthly basis or when an affiliate reaches a certain dollar amount or number of copies sold. For payments, the BoneTown Affiliate Program offers wire, check, and coming soon, a RevUpCard.
For more information or to join the BoneTown Affiliate Program, please visit http://buybonetown.com/store/pc/AffiliateLogin.asp
To watch the “Official BoneTown Trailer on YouTube,” please visit http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SfBbfAiBaVQ
BoneTown is currently being sold online at http://www.bonetown.com in a box version ($49.99) and a digital download version ($39.99). The game is also available in adult stores worldwide.
About D-Dub Software:
Founded in 2004 in Albuquerque, NM, D-Dub Software is not your average video game company. When they started the business, Hod, JB, and Max were recent college graduates and knew that they didn’t want to be a part of the corporate culture. They have embraced the independent business spirit and developed BoneTown by their own rules.
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Contact:
Maximus M. Baptist VIII
D-Dub Software PR Manager
max@bonetown.com
http://www.bonetown.com
+1 (505) 730-0529
P.O. Box 4308
Albuquerque, New Mexico
87196
For Immediate Release
March 10, 2009
BoneTown Launches Affiliate Program
Referrers earn 50% on every sale of the adult action adventure game
Albuquerque, NM – D-Dub Software, the creator of BoneTown, the world’s first true action adventure adult video game, is pleased to announce the launch of the BoneTown Affiliate Program, which offers a straight 50 percent commission on all immediate and future purchases made by customers referred through an affiliate’s webpage.
Debuting late last year to excellent reviews and instant sales, BoneTown has added a bold and creative voice to the video game genre. In fact, there isn’t anything like it in video gaming today. With the pending release of its first expansion pack, which will include live action movies courtesy of SugarDVD,BoneTown provides webmasters a wholly new and engaging product for their customers and a brand new revenue stream for themselves.
“I like BoneTown so much I agreed to become a character in it,” said the legendary adult performer Ron Jeremy. “It’s funny and clever and a real game, which means I’m useless playing it, but gamers love it! And they can keep adding stories and content, which means I can come back again and again. They’re going to sell millions of them!”
BoneTown affiliates have access to regularly updated promotional tools that fit the needs of their industry, including linking codes with specialized D-Dub banners, videos, audio and game art.
“BoneTown appeals to a wide variety of markets outside of porn and video games,” D-Dub Business Development Manager Maximus M. Baptist VIII said. “Our promo tools make it much easier to target markets such as satirical humor, marijuana, alcohol, race, gambling, religion, politics and freedom of speech, and really any type of male adult entertainment. And we’ll continue to add unique promotions and updates to our affiliate program, so that it, like the game, is always growing and becoming more appealing to affiliates and their markets.”
BoneTown affiliate sales are processed by NetBilling and Paypal, and tracked by Product Cart, where affiliates will have access to their sales in real time in personalized accounts, and receive an email with a commission amount every time a sale is made utilizing their affiliate ID. The BoneTown Affiliate Program offers payouts on a monthly basis or when an affiliate reaches a certain dollar amount or number of copies sold. For payments, the BoneTown Affiliate Program offers wire, check, and coming soon, a RevUpCard.
For more information or to join the BoneTown Affiliate Program, please visit http://buybonetown.com/store/pc/AffiliateLogin.asp
To watch the “Official BoneTown Trailer on YouTube,” please visit http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SfBbfAiBaVQ
BoneTown is currently being sold online at http://www.bonetown.com in a box version ($49.99) and a digital download version ($39.99). The game is also available in adult stores worldwide.
About D-Dub Software:
Founded in 2004 in Albuquerque, NM, D-Dub Software is not your average video game company. When they started the business, Hod, JB, and Max were recent college graduates and knew that they didn’t want to be a part of the corporate culture. They have embraced the independent business spirit and developed BoneTown by their own rules.
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Contact:
Maximus M. Baptist VIII
D-Dub Software PR Manager
max@bonetown.com
http://www.bonetown.com
+1 (505) 730-0529
P.O. Box 4308
Albuquerque, New Mexico
87196
Thursday, March 5, 2009
USA Racquetball (USAR) Appoints Marathon Projects To Be Its Licensing Agent
PRESS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Bonnie Kalter, Vice President
Marathon Projects, Ltd.
mplbonnie@aol.com
201-796-3312
USA Racquetball (USAR) Appoints Marathon Projects To Be Its Licensing Agent
(Midland Park, NJ - March, 2009) USA Racquetball (USAR), the national governing body for the sport of Racquetball and for the U.S. Olympic Committee, has appointed Marathon Projects as its licensing agent. Marathon Projects will develop and oversee the program with a focus on a complementary range of licensed entertainment and sports products including videogames, athletic footwear, athletic socks, protective prescription eyewear, athletic gloves, athletic gear bags, racquetball racquets, athletic apparel, nutritional bar, bottled water and energy drink.
Craig Kalter, President of Marathon Projects said, “Racquetball is the fastest growing racquet sport today, played in over 90 countries, with more than 14 million players globally, including 5 million in the USA. We look forward to implementing this new licensing strategy that will strengthen and grow this fun competitive sport.”
“For over 38 years, USA Racquetball (USAR) has championed and nurtured the game of Racquetball which is truly one of the most challenging and rewarding sports to play”, explained, Jim Hiser, USA Racquetball Executive Director. It is our hope that this new licensing program will put Racquetball in the spotlight of sports attention so that it will fulfill its destiny as the “FAST - FURIOUS - FITNESS” sport that it genuinely embodies.”
[Artwork and logo are available upon request.]
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About USA Racquetball (USAR)
USA Racquetball (USAR) is the National Governing Body for the sport of racquetball, recognized by the U.S. Olympic Committee and is committed to excellence and service to our members. USA Racquetball (USAR) as a governing body oversees the rules and events associated with Racquetball and supervises 50 state affiliates who govern 650-700 sanctioned Racquetball events annually. We provide opportunities for members and enthusiasts to actively participate in the sport through sanctioning of events, administration of programs and development of competitive teams. We provide racquetball opportunities in the sport of racquetball for all levels of participation through membership support, membership recruitment, promotion of the sport, maintaining competitive success and developing a network of sponsorships and supporters. For more information, please visit www.usaracquetball.com.
About Marathon Projects
Marathon Projects, through licensing, helps reinforce the brand name identities of its clients’ trademarks. Current brands available for licensing through Marathon Projects include Carnival (Cruises), Sally Hansen (Nail and Skin Care), Modigliani (Ceramic Dinnerware, Glassware and Flatware), Bosley (Hair Restoration Medical Centers), PDA Dominoes (The Professional Domino Association), the Kids In Need Foundation (Charities) and USA Racquetball (Association). Each of these brands is available for licensing in many areas except the core products, noted in the parenthesis, which are promoted by the respective Licensor. For more information about becoming a USA Racquetball licensee, please contact Craig Kalter: 201-791-3055 or mplcraig@aol.com.
Marathon Projects Ltd.
103 Godwin Avenue
Suite 226
Midland Park, NJ 07432
Tel: (201) 796-3312
Fax: (201) 703-5124
E-Mail: mplbonnie@aol.com
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Bonnie Kalter, Vice President
Marathon Projects, Ltd.
mplbonnie@aol.com
201-796-3312
USA Racquetball (USAR) Appoints Marathon Projects To Be Its Licensing Agent
(Midland Park, NJ - March, 2009) USA Racquetball (USAR), the national governing body for the sport of Racquetball and for the U.S. Olympic Committee, has appointed Marathon Projects as its licensing agent. Marathon Projects will develop and oversee the program with a focus on a complementary range of licensed entertainment and sports products including videogames, athletic footwear, athletic socks, protective prescription eyewear, athletic gloves, athletic gear bags, racquetball racquets, athletic apparel, nutritional bar, bottled water and energy drink.
Craig Kalter, President of Marathon Projects said, “Racquetball is the fastest growing racquet sport today, played in over 90 countries, with more than 14 million players globally, including 5 million in the USA. We look forward to implementing this new licensing strategy that will strengthen and grow this fun competitive sport.”
“For over 38 years, USA Racquetball (USAR) has championed and nurtured the game of Racquetball which is truly one of the most challenging and rewarding sports to play”, explained, Jim Hiser, USA Racquetball Executive Director. It is our hope that this new licensing program will put Racquetball in the spotlight of sports attention so that it will fulfill its destiny as the “FAST - FURIOUS - FITNESS” sport that it genuinely embodies.”
[Artwork and logo are available upon request.]
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About USA Racquetball (USAR)
USA Racquetball (USAR) is the National Governing Body for the sport of racquetball, recognized by the U.S. Olympic Committee and is committed to excellence and service to our members. USA Racquetball (USAR) as a governing body oversees the rules and events associated with Racquetball and supervises 50 state affiliates who govern 650-700 sanctioned Racquetball events annually. We provide opportunities for members and enthusiasts to actively participate in the sport through sanctioning of events, administration of programs and development of competitive teams. We provide racquetball opportunities in the sport of racquetball for all levels of participation through membership support, membership recruitment, promotion of the sport, maintaining competitive success and developing a network of sponsorships and supporters. For more information, please visit www.usaracquetball.com.
About Marathon Projects
Marathon Projects, through licensing, helps reinforce the brand name identities of its clients’ trademarks. Current brands available for licensing through Marathon Projects include Carnival (Cruises), Sally Hansen (Nail and Skin Care), Modigliani (Ceramic Dinnerware, Glassware and Flatware), Bosley (Hair Restoration Medical Centers), PDA Dominoes (The Professional Domino Association), the Kids In Need Foundation (Charities) and USA Racquetball (Association). Each of these brands is available for licensing in many areas except the core products, noted in the parenthesis, which are promoted by the respective Licensor. For more information about becoming a USA Racquetball licensee, please contact Craig Kalter: 201-791-3055 or mplcraig@aol.com.
Marathon Projects Ltd.
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Suite 226
Midland Park, NJ 07432
Tel: (201) 796-3312
Fax: (201) 703-5124
E-Mail: mplbonnie@aol.com
Wednesday, March 4, 2009
Cable Operator Multi-Screen Strategies Likely to Hit Pay Dirt
CONTACT:
Wendy Stockard
469.287.8061
ws@asktdg.com
Cable Operator Multi-Screen Strategies Likely to Hit Pay Dirt
New Research from TDG Validates Cable and Satellite Strategies
to Offer Integrated Two- and Three-Screen Video Services
Dallas, TX (March 4, 2009) – Comcast, Time Warner Cable, Cox Communications, DirecTV, and other Pay TV operators are in the process of building integrated multi-screen TV offerings; pushing their TV content beyond the TV to the PC and ultimately mobile devices. According to new research from The Diffusion Group (TDG), such offerings are likely to experience significant market demand.
Among the preliminary efforts announced in the last few weeks, TDG points to Time Warner's TV Everywhere scheme as the most aggressive. Time Warner’s CEO, Jeff Bewkes, has characterized TV Everywhere as an expansive initiative aimed at making cable programming available with a subscription model specific to each of the three screens – TV, PC, and mobile. According to TDG’s president, Michael Greeson, such an offering represents “the trifecta of video services.”
According to Greeson, Time Warner’s TV Everywhere initiative is the first legitimate instance of what he calls a quantum video service, one which in theory delivers on the “any content, any screen, any location, at anytime” promise on which place-, time-, and device-shifting notions are based.
“What separates these new models is the fact that once disparate video services that served disparate video screens will be integrated into a single service. In other words, a single branded offering that dishes up your favorite TV content to any of your video-enabled devices, all with one bill and one point of customer contact. Incumbents such as Comcast and Time Warner Cable are among the few companies that have the assets and acumen to deliver such a service.”
According to TDG’s latest research, the appeal of a two-screen TV/PC service would be significant:
16% of Pay TV subscribers who spend more than $100/month for TV service would spend an additional $20/month to have their TV programming delivered to their PCs. Even among lower ARPU customers (those spending less than $50/month for Pay TV service), 9% of consumers would spend an additional $20/month to access their TV programming on their PCs.
At lower pricing levels, demand for a two-screen TV/PC service is even more significant. More than one-fourth of those who spend more than $100/month for TV service would pay an additional $2.50/month to receive their TV programming on their PCs, as would 14% of those who currently spend $50/month or less on their Pay TV service.
TDG is a pioneer in terms of quantifying the market appeal of alternative video distribution models. In the last five months, TDG has fielded three large-scale consumer research studies focused exclusively on multi-screen and over-the-top video services. For more information about this research, please contact Andy Tarczon at 469.287.8060 or at@asktdg.com.
About TDG:
TDG is a market planning and research firm dedicated to keeping our clients In Front of the Curve.™ Since 2004, TDG has helped more than 250 technology leaders, media companies, and service providers to understand and manage the quantum shifts now impacting how consumers access, navigate, distribute and consume media – whenever and wherever they may be.
Wendy Stockard
469.287.8061
ws@asktdg.com
Cable Operator Multi-Screen Strategies Likely to Hit Pay Dirt
New Research from TDG Validates Cable and Satellite Strategies
to Offer Integrated Two- and Three-Screen Video Services
Dallas, TX (March 4, 2009) – Comcast, Time Warner Cable, Cox Communications, DirecTV, and other Pay TV operators are in the process of building integrated multi-screen TV offerings; pushing their TV content beyond the TV to the PC and ultimately mobile devices. According to new research from The Diffusion Group (TDG), such offerings are likely to experience significant market demand.
Among the preliminary efforts announced in the last few weeks, TDG points to Time Warner's TV Everywhere scheme as the most aggressive. Time Warner’s CEO, Jeff Bewkes, has characterized TV Everywhere as an expansive initiative aimed at making cable programming available with a subscription model specific to each of the three screens – TV, PC, and mobile. According to TDG’s president, Michael Greeson, such an offering represents “the trifecta of video services.”
According to Greeson, Time Warner’s TV Everywhere initiative is the first legitimate instance of what he calls a quantum video service, one which in theory delivers on the “any content, any screen, any location, at anytime” promise on which place-, time-, and device-shifting notions are based.
“What separates these new models is the fact that once disparate video services that served disparate video screens will be integrated into a single service. In other words, a single branded offering that dishes up your favorite TV content to any of your video-enabled devices, all with one bill and one point of customer contact. Incumbents such as Comcast and Time Warner Cable are among the few companies that have the assets and acumen to deliver such a service.”
According to TDG’s latest research, the appeal of a two-screen TV/PC service would be significant:
16% of Pay TV subscribers who spend more than $100/month for TV service would spend an additional $20/month to have their TV programming delivered to their PCs. Even among lower ARPU customers (those spending less than $50/month for Pay TV service), 9% of consumers would spend an additional $20/month to access their TV programming on their PCs.
At lower pricing levels, demand for a two-screen TV/PC service is even more significant. More than one-fourth of those who spend more than $100/month for TV service would pay an additional $2.50/month to receive their TV programming on their PCs, as would 14% of those who currently spend $50/month or less on their Pay TV service.
TDG is a pioneer in terms of quantifying the market appeal of alternative video distribution models. In the last five months, TDG has fielded three large-scale consumer research studies focused exclusively on multi-screen and over-the-top video services. For more information about this research, please contact Andy Tarczon at 469.287.8060 or at@asktdg.com.
About TDG:
TDG is a market planning and research firm dedicated to keeping our clients In Front of the Curve.™ Since 2004, TDG has helped more than 250 technology leaders, media companies, and service providers to understand and manage the quantum shifts now impacting how consumers access, navigate, distribute and consume media – whenever and wherever they may be.
Monday, March 2, 2009
IP Man Saves the Channel Executive of the Year at Channel Partners Expo
IP Man Saves the Channel Executive of the Year at Channel Partners Expo
IP Man and Metoo Rescue Sherm Henderson from the Villainess Echo
Dallas, TX – 03.02.09 – The seventh IP Man adventure from Broadvox was launched yesterday during the Channel Partners Conference and in Las Vegas, Nevada at the Rio Hotel and Casino.
Echo, the most recent enemy of IP communications, has kidnapped Sherman Henderson of Lightyear Network Solutions, planning to use him as a hostage while she destroys the city’s communications capabilities with echo.
IP Man used the shield of national footprint, representing the Broadvox VoIP/SIP network that covers the 48 contiguous United States, Puerto Rico, US Virgin Islands and Canada, to defeat Echo. View at http://www.ipmanadventures.com/channelpartners.html .
You can enjoy more IP Man adventures at www.ipmanadventures.com. When you visit the site, be sure to visit the shield room to learn more about IP communications fundamentals. There are games, comic strips and other videos to enjoy. Visit the site often to watch for more IP Man adventures that are on the way!
For more on Broadvox or to join our Partner Channels program, please visit www.broadvox.com or call 800.273.4320.
About Broadvox
Founded in 2001, Broadvox is a worldwide leader in providing integrated managed VoIP services to SMB, Enterprise and Carrier customers. It has deployed one of the largest, full-featured global VoIP networks and is trusted by more than 160 telecommunications carriers, CLECs, ISPs and over a thousand enterprises to terminate and originate over six billion minutes annually. The Broadvox network operations center provides the reliability, security and quality of service required by the world’s most discriminating customers. Broadvox offers SIP Trunking, SIP origination and termination services and hosted communications solutions. Broadvox is headquartered in Dallas, Texas. Please visit www.Broadvox.com for additional information.
Broadvox Contact:
David Byrd
VP Marketing and Sales
214.646.8004
www.broadvox.com
IP Man and Metoo Rescue Sherm Henderson from the Villainess Echo
Dallas, TX – 03.02.09 – The seventh IP Man adventure from Broadvox was launched yesterday during the Channel Partners Conference and in Las Vegas, Nevada at the Rio Hotel and Casino.
Echo, the most recent enemy of IP communications, has kidnapped Sherman Henderson of Lightyear Network Solutions, planning to use him as a hostage while she destroys the city’s communications capabilities with echo.
IP Man used the shield of national footprint, representing the Broadvox VoIP/SIP network that covers the 48 contiguous United States, Puerto Rico, US Virgin Islands and Canada, to defeat Echo. View at http://www.ipmanadventures.com/channelpartners.html .
You can enjoy more IP Man adventures at www.ipmanadventures.com. When you visit the site, be sure to visit the shield room to learn more about IP communications fundamentals. There are games, comic strips and other videos to enjoy. Visit the site often to watch for more IP Man adventures that are on the way!
For more on Broadvox or to join our Partner Channels program, please visit www.broadvox.com or call 800.273.4320.
About Broadvox
Founded in 2001, Broadvox is a worldwide leader in providing integrated managed VoIP services to SMB, Enterprise and Carrier customers. It has deployed one of the largest, full-featured global VoIP networks and is trusted by more than 160 telecommunications carriers, CLECs, ISPs and over a thousand enterprises to terminate and originate over six billion minutes annually. The Broadvox network operations center provides the reliability, security and quality of service required by the world’s most discriminating customers. Broadvox offers SIP Trunking, SIP origination and termination services and hosted communications solutions. Broadvox is headquartered in Dallas, Texas. Please visit www.Broadvox.com for additional information.
Broadvox Contact:
David Byrd
VP Marketing and Sales
214.646.8004
www.broadvox.com
VIA Unveils Em-ITX, the First Form Factor Standard with Dual I/O Coastlines
VIA Unveils Em-ITX, the First Form Factor Standard with Dual I/O Coastlines
VIA Em-ITX form factor reduces cable clutter, improves airflow and enables sub-2cm high embedded systems
Taipei, Taiwan, 3 March 2008 - VIA Technologies, Inc, a leading innovator of power efficient x86 processor platforms, today announced its latest board form factor for embedded system developers; the Em-ITX form factor. Offering embedded developers a compact, versatile and highly integrated board form factor, VIA's Em-ITX establishes an off-the-shelf standard for ultra-slim embedded devices.
The Em-ITX form factor is a new open industry standard defined by VIA, and is 30% more compact than Mini-ITX, yet offers 200% more I/O real estate. At 12cm x 17cm, the Em-ITX form factor includes unique dual I/O coastlines and an exclusive Em-IO expansion bus to bring unrivalled flexibility and scalability. Benefits also include reduced time-to-market cycles for developers and access to a scalable processor platform that includes the latest 64-bit VIA Nano processor.
Embedded boards based on the Em-ITX form factor will form the ideal base for industrial automation, digital signage, kiosk and other applications requiring an ultra-slim embedded device.
Dual I/O Coastlines
The VIA developed Em-ITX form factor specification includes dual I/O coastlines; I/O inputs can be found on both 17cm edges of the board. This unique design greatly reduces cable clutter facilitating even more compact and robust designs while also boosting signal integrity and improving airflow. A variety of connectors are available on these two I/O coastlines, including COM (RS-232/422/485), RJ45, DVI, VGA, LVDS, USB 2.0 and DC power signals.
Modular Expansion through Em-IO Bus
The Em-ITX form factor utilizes the Em-IO expansion bus to integrate with stackable, customizable, expansion modules. The Em-IO expansion bus integrates the majority of popular bus signal technologies, including USB 2.0, GPIO, LPC, PCIe, IDE, IEEE 1394, S-ATA, PCI, DVI, HDMI, Gigabit Ethernet and Card Bus signals.
Faster Time to Market Cycles
VIA has also designed a selection of expansion modules covering a variety of industrial applications including networked applications, multimedia display, kiosk, POI and POS applications. The expansion modules bring all the advantages of custom designed boards without the necessary development time. VIA also provides unrivalled software support including customized firmware implementations.
"VIA is known globally as a pioneer of small form factor boards that have become industry standards, and Em-ITX is the latest platform to address the evolving needs of embedded developers," said Daniel Wu, Vice President, VIA Embedded, VIA Technologies, Inc. "With its extensive I/O accessibility, this innovative form factor can deliver ultra-slim systems or customized stacked systems for a wide range of embedded applications."
Products based on the Em-ITX form factor will be available early next month.
For more details about the Em-ITX form factor please visit:
A white paper with more details on this new form factor is available here:
http://www.via.com.tw/en/downloads/datasheets/initiatives/WP090303Em-ITX.pdf
A demo featuring forthcoming Em-ITX based products will be shown at Embedded World 2009 in Germany this week. For more details, please visit the VIA website at: http://www.via.com.tw/en/company/events/2009-ew/index.jsp
About VIA Technologies, Inc.
VIA Technologies, Inc is the foremost fabless supplier of power efficient x86 processor platforms that are driving system innovation in the PC, client, ultra mobile and embedded markets. Combining energy-saving processors with digital media chipsets and advanced connectivity, multimedia and networking silicon enables a broad spectrum of computing and communication platforms, including its widely acclaimed ultra compact mainboards. Headquartered in Taipei, Taiwan, VIA's global network links the high tech centers of the US, Europe and Asia, and its customer base includes the world's top OEMs and system integrators. www.via.com.tw
VIA Em-ITX form factor reduces cable clutter, improves airflow and enables sub-2cm high embedded systems
Taipei, Taiwan, 3 March 2008 - VIA Technologies, Inc, a leading innovator of power efficient x86 processor platforms, today announced its latest board form factor for embedded system developers; the Em-ITX form factor. Offering embedded developers a compact, versatile and highly integrated board form factor, VIA's Em-ITX establishes an off-the-shelf standard for ultra-slim embedded devices.
The Em-ITX form factor is a new open industry standard defined by VIA, and is 30% more compact than Mini-ITX, yet offers 200% more I/O real estate. At 12cm x 17cm, the Em-ITX form factor includes unique dual I/O coastlines and an exclusive Em-IO expansion bus to bring unrivalled flexibility and scalability. Benefits also include reduced time-to-market cycles for developers and access to a scalable processor platform that includes the latest 64-bit VIA Nano processor.
Embedded boards based on the Em-ITX form factor will form the ideal base for industrial automation, digital signage, kiosk and other applications requiring an ultra-slim embedded device.
Dual I/O Coastlines
The VIA developed Em-ITX form factor specification includes dual I/O coastlines; I/O inputs can be found on both 17cm edges of the board. This unique design greatly reduces cable clutter facilitating even more compact and robust designs while also boosting signal integrity and improving airflow. A variety of connectors are available on these two I/O coastlines, including COM (RS-232/422/485), RJ45, DVI, VGA, LVDS, USB 2.0 and DC power signals.
Modular Expansion through Em-IO Bus
The Em-ITX form factor utilizes the Em-IO expansion bus to integrate with stackable, customizable, expansion modules. The Em-IO expansion bus integrates the majority of popular bus signal technologies, including USB 2.0, GPIO, LPC, PCIe, IDE, IEEE 1394, S-ATA, PCI, DVI, HDMI, Gigabit Ethernet and Card Bus signals.
Faster Time to Market Cycles
VIA has also designed a selection of expansion modules covering a variety of industrial applications including networked applications, multimedia display, kiosk, POI and POS applications. The expansion modules bring all the advantages of custom designed boards without the necessary development time. VIA also provides unrivalled software support including customized firmware implementations.
"VIA is known globally as a pioneer of small form factor boards that have become industry standards, and Em-ITX is the latest platform to address the evolving needs of embedded developers," said Daniel Wu, Vice President, VIA Embedded, VIA Technologies, Inc. "With its extensive I/O accessibility, this innovative form factor can deliver ultra-slim systems or customized stacked systems for a wide range of embedded applications."
Products based on the Em-ITX form factor will be available early next month.
For more details about the Em-ITX form factor please visit:
A white paper with more details on this new form factor is available here:
http://www.via.com.tw/en/downloads/datasheets/initiatives/WP090303Em-ITX.pdf
A demo featuring forthcoming Em-ITX based products will be shown at Embedded World 2009 in Germany this week. For more details, please visit the VIA website at: http://www.via.com.tw/en/company/events/2009-ew/index.jsp
About VIA Technologies, Inc.
VIA Technologies, Inc is the foremost fabless supplier of power efficient x86 processor platforms that are driving system innovation in the PC, client, ultra mobile and embedded markets. Combining energy-saving processors with digital media chipsets and advanced connectivity, multimedia and networking silicon enables a broad spectrum of computing and communication platforms, including its widely acclaimed ultra compact mainboards. Headquartered in Taipei, Taiwan, VIA's global network links the high tech centers of the US, Europe and Asia, and its customer base includes the world's top OEMs and system integrators. www.via.com.tw
"Betty Pays the Bills!"
BettyConfidential.com Launches $1,000 Giveaway
Palo Alto, CA, March 2, 2009. BettyConfidential.com, one of the internet’s fastest growing women’s websites, today launched a "Betty Pays the Bills $1,000 Giveaway." In March, the site will give away $1,000.00 to one lucky "Betty."
Deborah Perry Piscione, the site’s co-founder and CEO said, "We know the millions of women who visit BettyConfidential are, like everyone else, concerned about the economy. As we celebrate the ONE YEAR BIRTHDAY of Bettyconfidential.com, we felt that through this giveaway, we could show our support and appreciation to all our loyal Bettys. We hope the prize winner will use the money to help pay bills, add to her savings or indulge in a splurge."
The Giveaway’s official rules are found on the website.
BettyConfidential.com will report on the lucky Betty winner and how she plans to use her $1000.
Betty On!
About BettyConfidential.com
Launched in March 2008, BettyConfidential.com is already recognized as one of fastest growing women’s Web sites with original content. BettyConfidential.com offers an interactive presentation of content, social networking, and advice in a "roomful of women" setting, targeted to women ages 18–49. Editor–in–Chief Myrna Blyth, author, tv commentator and award–winning editor in chief of Ladies’ Home Journal, and founding editor in chief of More Magazine has assembled a considerable network of writers and contributors throughout the country, bringing unique perspectives to the forefront. BettyConfidential.com was co–founded by best–selling author and television commentator Deborah Perry Piscione and Internet entrepreneur Shaun Marsh in March 2008. CNN’s Soledad O’Brien serves as Chairman of the Advisory Board.
Palo Alto, CA, March 2, 2009. BettyConfidential.com, one of the internet’s fastest growing women’s websites, today launched a "Betty Pays the Bills $1,000 Giveaway." In March, the site will give away $1,000.00 to one lucky "Betty."
Deborah Perry Piscione, the site’s co-founder and CEO said, "We know the millions of women who visit BettyConfidential are, like everyone else, concerned about the economy. As we celebrate the ONE YEAR BIRTHDAY of Bettyconfidential.com, we felt that through this giveaway, we could show our support and appreciation to all our loyal Bettys. We hope the prize winner will use the money to help pay bills, add to her savings or indulge in a splurge."
The Giveaway’s official rules are found on the website.
BettyConfidential.com will report on the lucky Betty winner and how she plans to use her $1000.
Betty On!
About BettyConfidential.com
Launched in March 2008, BettyConfidential.com is already recognized as one of fastest growing women’s Web sites with original content. BettyConfidential.com offers an interactive presentation of content, social networking, and advice in a "roomful of women" setting, targeted to women ages 18–49. Editor–in–Chief Myrna Blyth, author, tv commentator and award–winning editor in chief of Ladies’ Home Journal, and founding editor in chief of More Magazine has assembled a considerable network of writers and contributors throughout the country, bringing unique perspectives to the forefront. BettyConfidential.com was co–founded by best–selling author and television commentator Deborah Perry Piscione and Internet entrepreneur Shaun Marsh in March 2008. CNN’s Soledad O’Brien serves as Chairman of the Advisory Board.
Sunday, March 1, 2009
TULLAMORE DEW® IRISH WHISKEY KICKS OFF ST. PATRICK’S DAY FESTIVITIES WITH NEW YORK’S OFFICIAL CRAIC FESTIVAL
TULLAMORE DEW® IRISH WHISKEY KICKS OFF ST. PATRICK’S DAY FESTIVITIES WITH NEW YORK’S OFFICIAL CRAIC FESTIVAL
Contemporary Music and Film Highlight Irish Celebration March 12-14
NEW YORK CITY (March 1, 2009) – Tullamore Dew® Irish Whiskey, the official whiskey of St. Patrick’s Day, announced today its sponsorship of New York City’s most innovative St. Patrick’s Day festivity – the 11th annual CRAIC Festival. A true embodiment of the Irish term “Craic,” meaning “fun and abandonment,” the March 12-14th festival will feature the latest, cutting edge Irish cinema, music, and of course, liquid merriment.
Headliners at the CRAIC Festival this year include such buzz-worthy Irish acts as Colin Devlin (of the Devlins), Enter the Haggis, Paddy Casey, and many others. In addition, the cinematic portion of the festival features films by such noted directors as Marian Quinn (“32A”), Leonard Abramson (“Garage”) and the 2008 Cannes Film Festival Award Winner, “Hunger” (directed by Steve McQueen). Musical performances will take place at the Mercury Lounge (217 E. Houston St between Ave. A & Essex) with films being screened at Cinema Village (22 E. 12th St between University Pl. & 5th Ave.). After parties featuring Tullamore Dew’s Tully Tea will be held each night at Bar 13 (35 E. 13th St. between University Pl. & Broadway). More information on the schedule of events can be found at www.thecraicfest.com.
In making the announcement, Paul Caffrey, Brand Manager for Tullamore Dew said: “Tullamore Dew is delighted to help make the CRAIC Festival possible this year. As the only major Irish whiskey still owned by an Irish company, we are thrilled to partner with a festival that brings Ireland’s unique artistic visions to New York, particularly over St. Paddy’s Day weekend. This is a perfect opportunity to ‘give every man his Dew.’”
“The CRAIC Festival and Tullamore Dew are both premium brands, deeply rooted in Irish culture and tradition that attract a fun and diverse international audience,” adds Festival founder, Terence Mulligan. “From Van Morrison to Jim Sheridan, the Irish have traditionally guided the arts in progressive directions, and this year’s CRAIC Festival line-up continues to build on that tradition.”
Founded in 1998 as a nonprofit organization, the Film Fleadh Foundation (FFF) designed and produces the CRAIC Festival, annually presenting Irish cinematic and musical culture to the city of New York and the tri-state region. The CRAIC Festival has established International collaborations with such prestigious organizations as the Irish Film Board, Irish Arts Council, and the Cultural Relations Committee, as well as Irish celebrities such as Liam Neeson, Aidan Quinn, Denis Leary, and filmmaker Jim Sheridan who serve as Honorary Board Members for the foundation as well as the festival.
The ‘Craic’ Epidemic
What exactly is “the craic?” Pronounced like “crack”, the term, “craic” is defined by the Oxford Dictionary as an Irish term for “fun, abandonment, or lighthearted mischief; often in the context of drinking or music,” however its historical definition and spelling vary. The oldest related, most widespread, sense of craic/crack is "joke,” as in to crack a joke or wise-crack. Another sense of craic, found in Scottish English, is "news, gossip,” as in the common Irish expression "What's the craic?" meaning "how is it going?” or “what’s happening?”
As the last of the top three global Irish whiskey brands still owned and managed by an Irish company, Tullamore Dew actively supports Irish culture around the globe, including the CRAIC Festival, which takes place in New York City, home to the most Irish Americans in the US and the largest St. Paddy’s Day Parade in the world. In honor of the holiday and the festival, Tullamore Dew is releasing a new cocktail, Tully Tea, which will be featured at each evening’s after party.
Tully Tea
2 parts Tullamore Dew
1 part Irish Mist
Top with cola
Splash of sour mix
Serve over ice in a Highball glass
Garnish with a lemon wedge or wheel
For more information, check out www.thecraicfest.com and www.tullamoredew.com. Slainte!
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About Skyy Spirits, LLC
Skyy Spirits, LLC is the US-based wholly owned subsidiary of Gruppo Campari (Milan: CPR.MI) and the definitive marketer and distributor of super-premium and luxury spirits brands in North America. Launched in 1992 with the introduction of its flagship brand, SKYY® Vodka, Skyy Spirits has grown exponentially, building a portfolio unrivaled in its quality, innovation and style, making it a top choice among distributors, retailers and consumers. Skyy Spirits manages Gruppo Campari’s portfolio in the US of such leading brands as SKYY® Vodka, SKYY90®, SKYY InfusionsTM, Campari®, Cabo Wabo® Tequila, Ouzo 12®, X-Rated® Fusion Liqueur® and Jean-Marc XO Vodka®. Skyy Spirits is also the exclusive US distributor of Cutty Sark® Scotch Whisky, The Glenrothes® Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Bowmore® Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Auchentoshan® Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Glen Garioch® Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Flor de Caña® Rum, Carolans Irish Cream®, Tullamore Dew Irish Whiskey®, Irish Mist® Liqueur, Midori® Melon Liqueur, ZEN Green Tea Liqueur TM and The Yamazaki® Single Malt Whisky.
Skyy Spirits was founded and is headquartered in San Francisco, California. Please enjoy Skyy Spirits brands responsibly. For more information, http://www.skyyspirits.com
Contemporary Music and Film Highlight Irish Celebration March 12-14
NEW YORK CITY (March 1, 2009) – Tullamore Dew® Irish Whiskey, the official whiskey of St. Patrick’s Day, announced today its sponsorship of New York City’s most innovative St. Patrick’s Day festivity – the 11th annual CRAIC Festival. A true embodiment of the Irish term “Craic,” meaning “fun and abandonment,” the March 12-14th festival will feature the latest, cutting edge Irish cinema, music, and of course, liquid merriment.
Headliners at the CRAIC Festival this year include such buzz-worthy Irish acts as Colin Devlin (of the Devlins), Enter the Haggis, Paddy Casey, and many others. In addition, the cinematic portion of the festival features films by such noted directors as Marian Quinn (“32A”), Leonard Abramson (“Garage”) and the 2008 Cannes Film Festival Award Winner, “Hunger” (directed by Steve McQueen). Musical performances will take place at the Mercury Lounge (217 E. Houston St between Ave. A & Essex) with films being screened at Cinema Village (22 E. 12th St between University Pl. & 5th Ave.). After parties featuring Tullamore Dew’s Tully Tea will be held each night at Bar 13 (35 E. 13th St. between University Pl. & Broadway). More information on the schedule of events can be found at www.thecraicfest.com.
In making the announcement, Paul Caffrey, Brand Manager for Tullamore Dew said: “Tullamore Dew is delighted to help make the CRAIC Festival possible this year. As the only major Irish whiskey still owned by an Irish company, we are thrilled to partner with a festival that brings Ireland’s unique artistic visions to New York, particularly over St. Paddy’s Day weekend. This is a perfect opportunity to ‘give every man his Dew.’”
“The CRAIC Festival and Tullamore Dew are both premium brands, deeply rooted in Irish culture and tradition that attract a fun and diverse international audience,” adds Festival founder, Terence Mulligan. “From Van Morrison to Jim Sheridan, the Irish have traditionally guided the arts in progressive directions, and this year’s CRAIC Festival line-up continues to build on that tradition.”
Founded in 1998 as a nonprofit organization, the Film Fleadh Foundation (FFF) designed and produces the CRAIC Festival, annually presenting Irish cinematic and musical culture to the city of New York and the tri-state region. The CRAIC Festival has established International collaborations with such prestigious organizations as the Irish Film Board, Irish Arts Council, and the Cultural Relations Committee, as well as Irish celebrities such as Liam Neeson, Aidan Quinn, Denis Leary, and filmmaker Jim Sheridan who serve as Honorary Board Members for the foundation as well as the festival.
The ‘Craic’ Epidemic
What exactly is “the craic?” Pronounced like “crack”, the term, “craic” is defined by the Oxford Dictionary as an Irish term for “fun, abandonment, or lighthearted mischief; often in the context of drinking or music,” however its historical definition and spelling vary. The oldest related, most widespread, sense of craic/crack is "joke,” as in to crack a joke or wise-crack. Another sense of craic, found in Scottish English, is "news, gossip,” as in the common Irish expression "What's the craic?" meaning "how is it going?” or “what’s happening?”
As the last of the top three global Irish whiskey brands still owned and managed by an Irish company, Tullamore Dew actively supports Irish culture around the globe, including the CRAIC Festival, which takes place in New York City, home to the most Irish Americans in the US and the largest St. Paddy’s Day Parade in the world. In honor of the holiday and the festival, Tullamore Dew is releasing a new cocktail, Tully Tea, which will be featured at each evening’s after party.
Tully Tea
2 parts Tullamore Dew
1 part Irish Mist
Top with cola
Splash of sour mix
Serve over ice in a Highball glass
Garnish with a lemon wedge or wheel
For more information, check out www.thecraicfest.com and www.tullamoredew.com. Slainte!
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About Skyy Spirits, LLC
Skyy Spirits, LLC is the US-based wholly owned subsidiary of Gruppo Campari (Milan: CPR.MI) and the definitive marketer and distributor of super-premium and luxury spirits brands in North America. Launched in 1992 with the introduction of its flagship brand, SKYY® Vodka, Skyy Spirits has grown exponentially, building a portfolio unrivaled in its quality, innovation and style, making it a top choice among distributors, retailers and consumers. Skyy Spirits manages Gruppo Campari’s portfolio in the US of such leading brands as SKYY® Vodka, SKYY90®, SKYY InfusionsTM, Campari®, Cabo Wabo® Tequila, Ouzo 12®, X-Rated® Fusion Liqueur® and Jean-Marc XO Vodka®. Skyy Spirits is also the exclusive US distributor of Cutty Sark® Scotch Whisky, The Glenrothes® Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Bowmore® Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Auchentoshan® Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Glen Garioch® Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Flor de Caña® Rum, Carolans Irish Cream®, Tullamore Dew Irish Whiskey®, Irish Mist® Liqueur, Midori® Melon Liqueur, ZEN Green Tea Liqueur TM and The Yamazaki® Single Malt Whisky.
Skyy Spirits was founded and is headquartered in San Francisco, California. Please enjoy Skyy Spirits brands responsibly. For more information, http://www.skyyspirits.com
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