Monday, June 30, 2003

Digital Signature Solution by CoSign Desktop Allows All Organization Sizes to Effectively Scale their Signing Solution

Digital Signature Solution by CoSign Desktop Allows All Organization Sizes to Effectively Scale their Signing Solution

CoSign® Desktop, ARX's (Algorithmic Research) digital signature solution designed specifically for departmental deployment within organizations and small office use, is debuting at DEMOfall 08.

San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) September 8, 2008

ARX announces CoSign Desktop, a new addition to the CoSign line of products, which addresses an existing gap in the digital signature market. Previous to the release of CoSign Desktop, digital signature solutions were typically designed for the requirements of medium to large scale deployments, ignoring the needs of organizations with a small number of users. CoSign Desktop, however, allows both individual departments within organizations as well as small office and home office (SoHos) organizations the opportunity to implement a digital signature solution that is scalable, complementing potential future growth.

Like CoSign, CoSign Desktop enables users to quickly and easily add CoSign digital signatures (http://www. arx. com/products/cosign-digital-signatures. php) to documents in all major applications and file formats including: Word, Excel®, Outlook®, PDF®, TIFF, AutoCAD®, InfoPath®, and more. Users can sign and seal documents and forms, comply with regulations calling for the protection of documents, and save on costs associated with paper-handling. By combining the small scale design of CoSign Desktop, with the capacity to scale to the enterprise-focused CoSign digital signature solution, ARX has bridged the gap that prevented an entire business segment from intuitive digital signature solutions.

"It was clear from the feedback we were receiving from vendors and customers that this segment of the market had a specific need that wasn't being met by pre-existing digital signature solutions (http://www. arx. com/documents/10-Tips-for-Selecting-the-Best-Digital-Signature-Solution. php)," said Gadi Aharoni, CEO, ARX. "As the digital signature company, we will continue to expand our product line in order to cater to the needs of the marketplace."

About CoSign Digital Signatures
The CoSign approach means digital signature standards and efficiencies across your operations. Signing and sealing documents with CoSign immediately expedites business processes, reduces costs, increases security and enables organizations to comply with diverse regional and industry regulations. CoSign works with all major applications and document formats including: Microsoft® Word, Excel®, Outlook®, Adobe® PDF, TIFF, AutoCAD®, InfoPath®, Lotus Forms, and many more. CoSign signatures are being used by hundreds of thousands of users in Enterprise, B2B and B2C processes, to learn why please see our white papers and product details at www. arx. com/products/cosign-digital-signatures. php (http://www. arx. com/products/cosign-digital-signatures. php).

About The Digital Signature Company - ARX (Algorithmic Research)
ARX is a global provider of digital signature solutions for life sciences, healthcare, government, engineering, and manufacturing organizations. ARX has over 20 years of experience assisting life sciences, healthcare, governmental, engineering, and manufacturing businesses cost effectively secure, streamline, and scale their business processes and transactions. The company specializes in enabling organizations of any size to scale digital signature and security solutions at the lowest TCO while retaining proper control mechanisms that are required by legislation, regulation and industry best practice.
For more information, please visit http://www. arx. com (http://www. arx. com).

CoSign is a registered trademark and CoSign PSF is a trademark of Algorithmic Research, Ltd. All other trade names and trademarks are the property of their respective holders.

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Dr. Catrise Austin, "Dentist To The Stars" Celebrates 10th Anniversary of VIP Smiles at the World Famous Apollo Theater December 17, 2008

Dr. Catrise Austin, "Dentist To The Stars" Celebrates 10th Anniversary of VIP Smiles at the World Famous Apollo Theater December 17, 2008

Dr. Catrise L. Austin, celebrity "Dentist to the Stars", will host a star studded 10th Anniversary celebration of VIP Smiles, New York City's top cosmetic dental practice, at the World Famous Apollo Theater. This momentous occasion will take place Wednesday, December 17, 2008 from 6PM - 11PM. The event marks a milestone in an illustrious career for the young trailblazing dental expert, spokesperson, speaker, and author.

New York, New York (PRWEB) December 17, 2008

Dr. Catrise L. Austin, celebrity "Dentist to the Stars", will host a star studded 10th Anniversary celebration of VIP Smiles, New York City's top cosmetic dental practices, at the World Famous Apollo Theater. This momentous occasion will take place Wednesday, December 17, 2008 from 6PM - 11PM. The event marks a milestone in an illustrious career for the young trailblazing dental expert, spokesperson, speaker, and author.

Always fiercely independent and goal oriented, Dr. Austin a Flint Michigan native founded VIP Smiles in 1998 just 2 years after graduating from the famed University of Maryland Dental School-the first dental school in the world. Dr. Austin's vision has always been to empower people to improve their dental health and to have a beautiful, confident smile. "Improving my smile when I was 15 changed my life!" says Austin. "I no longer had to hide behind my smile which helped me feel like a new person."

Her celebrity clientele includes but is not limited to Paula Abdul, Toni Braxton, the late Isaac Hayes, Actors Rexx Lee and Kevin Sorbo, rapper/actor Common, Omarosa, model Eva Pigford, and American Gladiator Mike "Titan" O'Hearn.

Dr. Austin has been profiled in Glamour, Essence, Self and Black Enterprise as well as Good Morning America, Discovery Health, and local news shows. In addition, she is a regular on the speakers' circuit. In 2009, Morgan James Publishing will be releasing her self-help consumer dental book titled "5-Steps to an A-list Smile".

When asked why the Apollo Theater for her anniversary celebration, Dr. Austin states, "As the dentist to the stars, I wanted to celebrate in a historic location where stars are made and legends are born. When the history books are written, I hope that my work in the community and in my practice will be considered legendary!"

For information, interviews and press passes, contact, Raymond Lewis, 212-427-3167, 310-890-7300.

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Tired of Junk Food in Vending Machines? Finally A Healthy Solution Has Arrived

Tired of Junk Food in Vending Machines? Finally A Healthy Solution Has Arrived

At long last, an alternative to traditional vending machine fare: health food. YoNaturals Inc. introduces YoZone, a combination beverage and snack food vending machine, that includes 45 different natural and organic brands for traditional vending locations throughout the US.

Schenectady, NY (PRWEB) October 10, 2006

Health food has finally come to vending machines. A company called YoNaturals Inc. is paving the way for healthier options. The company has introduced the YoZone, a combination beverage and snack food vending machine that includes 45 different top natural and organic brands including everything from organic Tazo Iced Tea to Made in Nature Dried Fruit and Eden Nut Mixes.

Nutritionist and New York Times best-selling author, Dr. Roy Vartabedian says people in the workplace are ready to embrace healthier choices in vending machines.

“We see all types of traditional vending locations adapting to this trend quickly,” Vartabedian says.

YoNaturals offers highly nutritional snack foods and beverages. Based on Nutripoints, a system which rates food for its nutrient density, the foods offered in YoZone's vending machines far exceed traditional snack foods.

The Nutripoint system is based on 26 key nutrients, the higher the score, the better the food. The goal is to eat at least 100 Nutripoints each day from six food groups. When this goal is reached, people are assured their diets will meet or exceed the U. S. Recommended Daily Allowance and recommendations of the American Heart Association and American Cancer Society.

A comparison of traditional vending offerings versus YoNaturals Natural and Organic offerings found the following:

Traditional Vending Machine Foods

Nutripoint Rating

Coke soft drink -6.0

Doritos chips -1.0

Oreo cookies -2.5

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Points -9.5

YoNaturals Vending Machine Foods

Nutripoint Rating

Vruit fruit juice beverage 11.5

Clif Luna Bar 28.5

Horizon organic milk 6.0

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Points 46.0

“Considering that the vast majority of snacks and beverages in existing vending machines contribute to obesity, diabetes and heart disease in the country today, it’s critical that consumers seek out companies like YoNaturals. People need healthier options, especially ones that offer low glycemic index and are low sugar and fat content,” Vartabedian says. “And most importantly, the options must have high nutrient density and good taste.”

The consumer quest for healthy lifestyle changes and nutritional influences has never been greater, and companies like Whole Foods Market, Trader Joes and YoNaturals are at the forefront of this revolution, Vartabedian says.

YoNaturals has focused its distribution efforts on businesses interested in identifying opportunities for health and wellness vending within the workplace.

“YoNaturals offers a nationwide solution by providing vending machines stocked with health food,” says Mark Trotter CEO of YoNaturals. “The fact that nutritionists and dietitians are telling their customers and clients about us is a great reward to us. These customers are the same customers working for the companies we are targeting.”

To become a YoZone Healthy Vending location, visit www. yonaturals. com

Media Contact:

Mark Trotter

Yo Naturals Inc.

437S Highway 101, Suite 209

Solana Beach, CA 92075

858-794-9955

Nick @ yonaturals. com

Www. yonaturals. com

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Iatria Day Spa President Receives WOW Award

Iatria Day Spa President Receives WOW Award

Erika Mangrum, President of Iatria Day Spa and Health Centers, was recognized as a Wonderful, Outstanding Woman by the ASSISTANCE LEAGUE Of The Triangle (ALTA). Recipients of this award are selected based on significant contributions they have made to the organization. Winners of the WOW awards are selected every three months and receive a commemorative necklace that is then passed on to each new winner.

Raleigh, NC (PRWEB) December 25, 2003

Erika Mangrum, President of Iatria Day Spa and Health Centers, was recognized as a Wonderful, Outstanding Woman by the ASSISTANCE LEAGUE Of The Triangle (ALTA). Recipients of this award are selected based on significant contributions they have made to the organization. Winners of the WOW awards are selected every three months and receive a commemorative necklace that is then passed on to each new winner.

“I am honored to receive this award. Working with ALTA is a fun and rewarding way to give back to the community,” said Erika Mangrum, President of Iatria Day Spas.

Erika Mangrum is the President of Iatria Day Spa and Health Centers, which specializes in such services as massage, facials, manicures, pedicures, body treatments, waxing, tinting, laser hair removal, chiropractic (Angela Baylis, DC and Jason Davidson DC), facial plastic surgery, Intense Pulse Light Skin Rejuvenation, cosmetic make-overs, permanent make up, and spa day packages. The company, which is in the process of developing a franchise model to become the first medically oriented day spa on the East Coast to franchise, has two locations in North Raleigh on Creedmoor Rd. and at Wakefield Crossings. For more information call (919) 870-1975 or on the Internet at www. iatria. com.

Founded in 1997, ASSISTANCE LEAGUE of the Triangle Area (ALTA), a nonprofit, volunteer organization, has provided over 70,000 volunteer hours to the Triangle community. Their mission is to meet the needs of the community through service, resources, and financial support.

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Patty Briguglio

MMI Associates, Inc.

North Carolina:

122 Ravenna Way, Suite 100

Cary, NC 27513

919/ 461-3831

Arizona:

3838 N. Central Avenue, Suite 100

Phoenix, AZ 85012

602/ 287-0572

Sunday, June 29, 2003

Authors Introduce Workshop to Help Leaders Improve Results By Embracing Candid Conversations

Authors Introduce Workshop to Help Leaders Improve Results By Embracing Candid Conversations

Art Petty and Rich Petro introduce Feedback Mastery workshop to help leaders at all levels improve their effectiveness by developing their feedback delivery skills. Research indicates that the timely, focused and candid delivery of feedback is critical for high individual and team performance. Research also indicates that many leaders are uncomfortable conducting candid feedback discussions and as a result, fail to deal with performance issues in a timely manner. The Feedback Mastery workshop is designed to help leaders gain the tools, approaches and confidence needed for conducting candid performance discussions.

Crystal Lake, IL, (PRWEB) October 22, 2007

Art Petty and Rich Petro introduce Feedback Mastery workshop to help leaders at all levels improve their effectiveness by developing their feedback delivery skills.

Research indicates that the timely, focused and candid delivery of feedback is critical for high individual and team performance. Research also indicates that many leaders are uncomfortable conducting candid feedback discussions and as a result, fail to deal with performance issues in a timely manner. The Feedback Mastery workshop is designed to help leaders gain the tools, approaches and confidence needed for conducting candid performance discussions.

On-going research into effective management practices by the authors of Practical Lessons in Leadership--A Guidebook for Aspiring and Experienced Leaders, indicates that delivery of constructive feedback is a big problem for many managers. In a recently concluded survey by Strategy & Management-Innovations, LLC (www. management-innovations. com), 82% of leaders ranging from first-line supervisors to business-unit heads agreed that there is a strong relationship between timely, effective, business-focused feedback and individual and organizational performance.

However, the majority of these same leaders described themselves as either "somewhat" or "very uncomfortable" conducting candid feedback discussions. Few managers report ever being trained on this critical leadership skill and two-thirds of the respondents report not being evaluated on their feedback skills and performance. The challenges leaders experience conducting feedback conversations underscore their self-described most frequent management mistake---acting too slowly on performance problems.

According to author and course designer Rich Petro, "The consistent feedback on feedback is that organizations are ignoring the need to help leaders develop this critical skill and are hurting their own performance in the process. The fact that the leaders in the study admitted that they are uncomfortable conducting the tough discussions on performance issues and that they haven't received training or haven't been evaluated on their command of this skill flies in the face of the drive to create high-performing teams and organizations," added Petro.

"The frustration and discomfort that managers feel over their own feedback skills and the widespread recognition of the power of this essential leadership tool, served as the genesis of our Feedback Mastery workshops," added Art Petty, course co-author. "The participant response from pilot sessions earlier this year indicated that we hit a home-run for a program that combines concepts, skills building exercises and tangible tools to put into practice immediately in the workplace," said Petty.

"We put our management and some of our creative team members through a pilot of Feedback Mastery, and the response was great," said Mike Maddock, Chairman and Founding Partner of Elmhurst, IL based Maddock Douglas ( www. maddockdouglas. com), one of the nation's leading innovation agencies. "Everyone came out of the session excited to put their new feedback tools and skills to work and I can see the new practices taking hold and helping in the organization," added Maddock.

"I came away with a fresh perspective on how powerful feedback is in the workplace and how challenging it is to do it effectively, day in and day out," said Paul Wells, Software Development Manager at a division of Business Objects, Inc. I learned the building blocks of effective feedback and then a simple but powerful process to help develop and deliver it for both constructive and positive situations. The practice sessions, case studies and in-class work that I did on a live feedback issue from my team, allowed me to walk out and put the course contents to work immediately at the office," added Wells.

Petty and Petro offer Feedback Mastery as on-site full-day or 2 half-day sessions or regional open-enrollment events. "The internal sessions are powerful because you end up with a group of leaders working and learning together and challenging each other. By the end of the session, they have become huge advocates of the power and necessity of effective feedback practices and are ready to jump-start the creation of a healthy feedback culture inside their organization," said Petro. "The open enrollment sessions are equally effective, but with a different dynamic. In these events, the participants learn a great deal from individuals with very different workplace environments and leadership challenges," added Petro.

Participants receive detailed supporting materials, tools and forms to use in the workplace, a copy of the book, Practical Lessons in Leadership-A Guidebook for Aspiring and Experienced Leaders, and one-hour of follow-up telephone coaching with a Principal of Strategy & Management-Innovations, LLC.

About the Workshop Creators and Authors:

Art Petty, founder and principal of Strategy & Management Innovations, LLC, a leadership training and management consulting firm and is a marketing and sales leader, strategist and team-builder with over twenty two years of experience directing the growth, global expansion and rise to market leadership of large and small organizations in a variety of industries

Rich Petro, principal and leadership practice lead of Strategy & Management Innovations, LLC, a leadership training and management consulting firm. Rich is an accomplished executive leader with nearly twenty-five years of human resources experience in settings varying from manufacturing to services to software, large and small organizations, and both private and public entities.

Petty and Petro are the authors of Practical Lessons in Leadership-A Guidebook for Aspiring and Experienced Leaders, published in July of 2007.

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Friday, June 27, 2003

Dog Franchises

Dog Franchises

Business opportunities for animal loving entrepreneurs in this fast-growing sector are booming and those savvy enough to take advantage could find that investing in a dog franchise is a very lucrative career move.

(PRWEB) August 12, 2006

Around 43 percent of US households have a least one canine member and most of them like to keep their precious pooches clean, trimmed, fed and walked. But of course with people living increasingly hectic lifestyles taking care of pets can be something of a chore and many Americans are turning to canine grooming parlours, dog walkers and pooch sitters to care of their furry friends.

And of course the celebrity trend for glamorous doggy companions has also helped to boost the demand for canine services, with stars such as Paris Hilton refusing to let their dogs be seen looking anything but fabulous.

As a result, business opportunities for animal loving entrepreneurs in this fast-growing sector are booming and those savvy enough to take advantage could find that investing in a dog franchise is a very lucrative career move.

Whether it be a canine hairstylist to the stars or a doggy day care service for busy young professionals, franchisees must have a love for animals. People skills too are essential, since it's not just the dogs that require excellent customer service.

As far as the day to day running of a dog franchise goes, little real skill is required, but knowledge of accounting and experience managing staff will be advantageous. Most franchisers will offer comprehensive training programmes to bring franchisees up to speed with their new business and get them up and running.

Marketing and advertising support will also be offered to attract customers, and with an already established brand name this should be a lot easier than going it alone.

One of the benefits of investing in a dog franchises is that it's not too heavy on the wallet. Dog day care, walking or grooming requires a much smaller investment and less operating capital than restaurants or shops, which require constant restocking. This means franchisees can start making real profits much sooner.

However, a major consideration for potential dog franchisees is where to set up shop. Making the right decision here could be the key to a lucrative business, since a luxurious pooch spa may succeed in Hollywood, but it is likely to fail in Rhode Island.

Conducting thorough research into possible dog businesses is therefore essential. Franchisees could look for gaps in the market, or create their own niche market in the right place. The possibilities are endless, but competition is tough and so franchisees must look carefully at all the options.

So with more people now wanting only the best for their canine friends and willing to pay for it too, the potential to make healthy profits in the dog sector is quite apparent. And for those who love animals investing in a dog franchise could be even more rewarding, since providing excellent care for animals is the most important part of the job.

Copyright Adfero 2006

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

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C-Plant Federal Credit Union to Offer HSAs

C-Plant Federal Credit Union to Offer HSAs

"We are extremely pleased to be working with C-Plant Federal Credit Union. By offering HSAs C-Plant will see their membership and deposits grow, being one of the first credit unions in the area to offer Health Savings Accounts." said Tim Morales of HSA Clearing Corp. "HSA Clearing has proven across the country that people want to be able to set up their HSA close to home rather than using a provider the insurance company chose for them. Keeping the HSA deposit local helps the local communities."

Paducah, KY (PRWEB) May 1, 2007

C-Plant Federal Credit Union has begun offering Health Savings Accounts/HSAs to its member base. Health Savings Accounts were created by the Medicare bill signed by President Bush on December 8, 2003 and are designed to help individuals save for future qualified medical and retiree health expenses on a tax-free basis.

"As our members look into High Deductible Health Plans (HDHP) to save on their health care costs, offering HSAs at C-Plant helps them to keep all their assets under one roof," said Mark Atwood, President/CEO of C-Plant FCU. "A number of our business members have expressed an interest using C-Plant as their HSA depository and we look forward to adding them and their employees as new members."

"We are extremely pleased to be working with C-Plant Federal Credit Union. By offering HSAs C-Plant will see their membership and deposits grow, being one of the first credit unions in the area to offer Health Savings Accounts." said Tim Morales of HSA Clearing Corp. "HSA Clearing has proven across the country that people want to be able to set up their HSA close to home rather than using a provider the insurance company chose for them. Keeping the HSA deposit local helps the local communities."

Membership is open to the community. Anyone who lives, works, worships, volunteers, or goes to school in the Kentucky Counties of McCracken, Ballard, Graves, or Livingston can benefit from the great financial products and services offered by C-Plant Federal Credit Union.

For more information on setting up an Health Savings Account with C-Plant Federal Credit Union please visit their website www. cplanthsa. com or call C-Plant Federal Credit Union at 270-554-0287.

About HSA Clearing Corp
HSA Clearing offers turnkey solutions for financial institutions nationwide to initiate and administrate Health Savings Accounts. For more information on their HSA program, or the other benefits of using HSA Clearing Corp, please call 262-348-1300 or visit the website at www. hsaclearing. com.

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Wednesday, June 25, 2003

HostGator Wins About. com Reader's Choice Best in Web Hosting Awards

HostGator Wins About. com Reader's Choice Best in Web Hosting Awards

The votes are in and HostGator. com has won three out of four 2010 Reader’s Choice Awards from About. com.

Houston, TX (PRWEB) March 10, 2010

HostGator. com, a leading web hosting provider (http://www. hostgator. com), was declared winner in three separate categories for the About. com, a New York Times Company, 2010 Reader’s Choice Awards for web hosting.

Between January 1st and January 24th, About. com’s writer, Jennifer Krynin, polled their readers to determine the best web hosting provider. Their readers were required to respond with their company of choice and a 50 word description of why their choice was the best.

The results were tallied and HostGator was the overall winner in “Best Cheap or Free Web Hosting”, “Best Linux/UNIX Web Hosting Provider” and “Best Reseller Web Hosting Provider”. HostGator is proud to have taken such prestigious awards from a well known community of web developers and resellers.

“With such tremendous growth over the last two years we are very pleased to have such a loyal and happy customer base to reach out and nominate us for these awards. Our main goal is still to do our absolute best to keep each and every web hosting client satisfied.” said HostGator CEO Brent Oxley.

About HostGator. com:
HostGator. com LLC is a world leading provider of shared, reseller, and dedicated web hosting. Privately held and based in Houston, Texas, the company was founded in 2002 by current President and CEO Brent Oxley, who started the company from his dorm room at Florida Atlantic University. Since then, HostGator has grown from a small hosting company with just three servers into a world leading and industry recognized hosting provider with more than 8,000 servers under management. HostGator hosts nearly 3 million domains, which makes up approximately 2% of the world's Internet traffic. For more information, please visit HostGator Web Hosting (http://www. hostgator. com).

About About. com:
Founded in 1996, About. com was acquired in March 2005 by The New York Times Company (NYSE: NYT). Today, About. com is recognized as a top 15 content site and one of the largest producers of original content on the Web. Every month, over 60 million people visit About. com for help with everything from health care and parenting issues to advice on travel, cooking, technology, hobbies and more. For more information, please visit About. com (http://www. about. com).

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Tuesday, June 24, 2003

Americans Turn to Natural Products to Fight Cold and Flu Season

Americans Turn to Natural Products to Fight Cold and Flu Season

More and more Americans weary of all the prescription and over the counter products available for Colds and Flu’s have been looking for natural alternatives.

Calgary, AB (PRWEB) November 1, 2005

With the flu and cold season just about upon us and all the hysteria, about flu pandemics and bad colds spreading through-out the world. Drug companies have increased the advertising of all their flu and cold medications.

What about the rest of Americans who worry about what they are putting in their bodies, and the effects of the drugs they take have on their bodies. Jamie a pharmacist with Canada Medicine Company recommends Cold-fX for an effective natural alternative to the medicines the big pharmaceutical companies advertise.

COLD-fX reduces the risk of colds, flu and respiratory illnesses by 89%. A US FDA Authorized randomized double-blind, placebo-controlled trial of COLD-fX in older adults, demonstrated COLD-fX significantly reduced the risk, by 89%, of developing confirmed influenza or respiratory syncytial virus in a senior population after 8-12 weeks of treatment. Cold-fX is indicated for healthy adults and children 12 years of age and older who are not taking anymedications. Individuals with serious health conditions or taking other medications should consult a health care professional before taking the COLD-fX.

For more information on this product or other types of medications you can call Canada Medicine Company at 1-866-618-5951 or visit www. CanadaMedicineco. com

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Monday, June 23, 2003

Holodynamics Announces Special Training Event with Founder

Holodynamics Announces Special Training Event with Founder

International Academy of Holodynamics, founder Dr. Vernon Woolf to personally participate in this workshop.

Cottonwood, AZ (PRWEB) September 26, 2009

Holodynamics is the study of the whole dynamic of life and includes every aspect of understanding life -- including tools to transform your life, positively affect your relationships, your work, your love life, your health and weight and in a larger sense the global environment. The International Academy of Holodynamics is offering an special 9 day workshop in beautiful Clarkdale, near Sedona, Arizona starting Saturday, October 3, 2009, that will give you the needed tools to transform your life experience.

The Holodynamic Workshop contains all five core courses. Each course is sequential so the information gets more complex as you progress through the Workshop. The sequence provides an opportunity for people from different locations to learn both the scientific information and practical skill development necessary to transform human consciousness in different dimensions. Each section has been developed and tested over the years in multiple cultures and consistently proven effective in solving complex problems.

The Workshop is about having a real experience in dealing with real issues and finding real solutions to real situations. All necessary books and materials are included in the workshop. When asked what have been some of the most dramatic achievements of the Homodynamic method to date, Dr. Woolf reports: "We started with local situations; kids on drugs, the mentally ill and those confined to maximum security prisons and the results were so extra-ordinary the work spread to corporations and governments. We were part of the ending of the Cold War. If you go to cities like Irkutsk, in the middle of Siberia you will find an entire city that has adopted a Holodynamic approach and been so successful in healing diseases and empowering the potential of their people that they are reaching out all over the nation to help others to the same. You can read about some of these remarkable achievements at www. holodynamics. com/articles (http://www. holodynamics. com/articles).

You may find examples people like Maria who went to one of Dr. Woolf's Workshops and then returned home and began teaching her friends and neighbors what she had learned. They began to use the information and processes of Holodynamics to heal themselves and be more successful in business. "It's amazing," says Dr. Woolf, "to see how thankful people are, like Olitschka, who suffered from a liver ailment and, after searching all over the planet without success, came to Irkutsk, in the middle of Siberia, to die and then, to her amazement, found the solution right at home with Maria, one of her Holodynamic neighbors."

Previous participants have had incredible results and remain active not only in their own transformative lifestyle, but supportive of the company as well. Several have even volunteered or become a part of the corporate family.

"There's just no comparison, it's light years beyond anything," Keith Richards said.

"It has been an incredible experience, finding my true self...," Lisa Hightower said.

"It's the beginning of a whole new life. All 5 courses have taught me a different aspect of myself," Jody Oshrin said.

When asked what makes this upcoming October event so unique and worth dropping everything and bee-lining for Sedona, VP of Development, Ms. Sue Alexander explained, "The highlight of this workshop will be for participants to have actual experience learning from and interacting with Holodynamic founder Dr. Vernon Woolf." He brings his decades of experience of teaching the Holodynamic principles internationally to this workshop.

Dr. Woolf is Founder and Director of the International Academy of Holodynamics and Chairman of the Board of International Academy of Natural Science. He is the author of ten books and creator of the "Unfolding Potential" seminars. Following his degrees in physics, education, religious education, and his Ph. D. in psychotherapy, he became active in transformative work with families with drug abusers. His work with the mentally ill, problem youth and prisoners created extraordinary results. He applied Holodynamics in corporate America as a consultant and eventually his work in Russia transforming Communism resulted in commendations for his contributions to science and society. He can perhaps, be best described by the peace negotiations in the Middle East where he is known among the Arabs as "Foraig" which means, "solutions where none are evident." He is an outstanding motivational speaker and serves as personal consultant to individuals, families, and corporations where he helps people transform their conscious state of being and solve complex problems.

This exclusive workshop event is a very unique opportunity to have the Dr. Woolf work personally with the participants directly. For more information about the Homodynamic workshop please visit www. holodynamicsforabetterworld. com or call 928-634-3333.

The cost of the workshop is $1,640 for all nine days, however Holodynamics has just been certified as a "What's Next" company in the World Legacy Project who has added to the participants benefits a $100 one year membership. Registration is limited and will be on a first-come-first served basis.

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University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Conference Focuses on Baby Boomer Retirement Options

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Conference Focuses on Baby Boomer Retirement Options

80% of the over 50 million baby boomers eligible for traditional retirement are deciding to continue to be active in the workforce. This conference is designed to give those people insight in to options that range from semi-retirement, to consulting, to opening a franchise, to volunteering or working in an altogether new field.

Milwaukee, WI (PRWEB) September 21, 2006

The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee School of Continuing Education is hosting the Staying Ahead of the Boom: Reinventing Yourself for the New Retirement conference on October 27, 2006 at the UWM-School of Continuing Education in downtown Milwaukee.

Speaking at the conference will be noted author Ellen Freudenheim. Freudenheim’s book Looking Forward: An Optimist’s Guide to Retirement includes chapters about the health benefits of staying active in activities such as volunteering and working with children. Freudenheim emphasizes the need to stay busy even into retirement years. She says, “The notion that you retreat after you retire is giving way to the idea that retirement is a new active chapter in an active life.”

The AARP reports that 80% of more than 50 million “baby boomers”, people currently aged 40-60, are interested in continuing to work beyond the traditional retirement years. This conference will focus on strategies for those experienced workers contemplating second career options. Experienced workers are invited to explore new directions into volunteer, non-profit, educational or entrepreneurial routes.

Also included in the conference will be several tracks aimed at helping the experienced employee explore many issues around such topics such as pensions, health insurance, for-profit and non-profit employment alternatives. Some of the seminar sessions include:

"The Mature Workforce: America’s Competitive Advantage"

Information on how the experienced workforce will impact the success of companies in a highly competitive world economy.

"Employment Options: Understanding Where You Fit In and

Shift Happens…Make Change Work for You"

Two separate workshops that help experienced workers understand how working decreased workload or options like telecommuting, or working from home can keep them active in the corporate environment, but still allow them to enjoy some aspects of retirement.

"Selling Your Age and Experience to an Employer"

This workshop will help experienced workers exploit their skills as an asset to the company. It will also provide information on how to market high levels of experience on a resume and sell themselves a serious candidate in an interview.

"The Essentials of Entrepreneurship and Is A Franchise Right for Me"

These two informative workshops delve into issues of entrepreneurship. Issues covered include financing, liabilities and if it is the right choice for the individual.

The conference will be held at the UWM-School of Continuing Education, 161 W Wisconsin Avenue suite 6000. To register for the conference or to receive a brochure for the Staying Ahead of the Boom: Reinventing Yourself for the New Retirement conference, please contact Saad Akbar Khan at 414-227-3379 or direct your web browser to http://www. sce-workforce. uwm. edu (http://www. sce-workforce. uwm. edu).

Released by:

Justin A. Smith

414-277-3153

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Lovin’ Scoopful Spring Inside Scoop! Lovin’ Scoopful’s New Yummy Flavors, New Distribution and New Facebook Application

Lovin’ Scoopful Spring Inside Scoop! Lovin’ Scoopful’s New Yummy Flavors, New Distribution and New Facebook Application

Lovin’ Scoopful is ready to continue sharing smiles with America with three big announcements that everyone will be sure to love: 1) New Lovin’ Ice Cream Flavors, 2) New distribution, 3) New Social Media Tool – A Facebook Application.

Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) May 10, 2010

Temperatures are rising, birds are singing and the brilliantly colored flower blooms have arrived. Springtime is here, and everyone is in the mood to be outdoors playing and treating one another to some refreshingly delicious ice cream. Just in time for spring, Lovin’ Scoopful has come up with three new great tasting, low calorie ice cream flavors that will cool you down while lifting your spirits.

Lovin’ Scoopful’s gourmet light ice cream has 1/2 the fat and 1/3 fewer calories than other premium ice creams. The delicious and figure-friendly treat is made with an all-natural base that comes from the milk and cream of cows not treated with the cow growth hormone, rBST. This natural approach promotes a healthier lifestyle while maintaining a super-premium taste.

Lovin’ Scoopful is ready to continue sharing smiles with America with three big announcements that everyone will be sure to love: 1) New Lovin’ Ice Cream Flavors, 2) New distribution, 3) New Social Media Tool – A Facebook Application.

Lovin’ Scoopful is currently available in thirteen seasonal flavors, and this spring Lovin’ is proud to share the “inside scoop” with customers about its newest three flavors:

· Baba’s Butter Pecan Brittle – Made with butter pecan brittle bits.
· Mad About Mud Pie - Made with coffee, cookies and cream, almonds and fudge.
· Rockin’ Raspberry Cheesecake - Made with raspberries and cheesecake bits.

Lovin' Scoopful is pleased to announce that it's gourmet light ice cream is now available for the first time in grocery stores in select east coast and southern states. New retailers and regions include Big Y and other independent grocers in Massachusetts and Connecticut; Bi-Lo in Tennessee, Georgia, North and South Carolina, and Walmart in Tennessee. Raley's, Nob Hill and Bel Air in northern California are also new retailers carrying Lovin' in 2010. Lovin' is also available at other select grocery retailers located throughout the western United States including: Save Mart, Lucky, Albertson's, Ralphs and Walmart Supercenters.

For a map and a full list of stores carrying Lovin’ Scoopful ice cream, visit the brand’s official website. For areas not yet served, consumers are encouraged to request that Lovin’ Scoopful be added to ice cream shelves of your favorite store by simply asking the manager in charge.

Lovin’ Scoopful is very excited to announce its newest social media tool to the world, a brand new Facebook application called: What Flavor Ice Cream Are You? Lovin’ Scoopful has created a new Facebook application designed to be fun and engaging for new and existing fans of the brand. Facebook fans will be able to interact directly with Lovin’ Scoopful through a series of playful and light-hearted questions. This quiz app will allow fans to tag themselves and their friends as specific Lovin’ Scoopful ice cream flavors, based on their answers. This app provides fans with an entertaining way to match their personalities with ice cream flavors that best represents them. Fans will be able to invite their friends to participate and challenge them to take the quiz to see how well they match-up.

Join the conversation!
Find us on Facebook and become a fan: http://www. facebook. com/lovinscoopful (http://www. facebook. com/lovinscoopful)
Find out what flavor of ice cream you are by trying our new Facebook application:
What Flavor Ice Cream Are You?

Follow us on Twitter: http://twitter. com/LovinScoopful (http://twitter. com/LovinScoopful)

ABOUT LOVIN’ SCOOPFUL
Lovin’ Scoopful is a premium ice cream company operating with the objective of making not only its customers happy, but making many others happy as well through significant contributions to causes that help empower the human spirit. Tim and Maria Shriver, Angelo Moratti and Dan Samson, launched Lovin’ Scoopful in 2008 with the intent of offering a high quality, fun and health conscious product that would also serve as an ongoing source of revenue for worthy causes. Currently, the company is proud to donate 25% ($50,000 minimum annually) of its post-tax profits to Special Olympics. As the company’s creative director, Maria has been involved in every step of the product development process. “I’ve loved having a hand in all aspects of the company, from creating the sumptuous flavors and coming up with the product names and logo, to ensuring that the quality of our ice cream is the best our customers have ever experienced.”

Lovin’ Scoopful - “Loves you as much as you love it!”
For the full scoop on all Lovin’ Scoopful fabulous flavors, visit http://www. lovinscoopful. com (http://www. lovinscoopful. com)

ABOUT SPECIAL OLYMPICS
The Special Olympics is an international organization that changes lives by promoting understanding, acceptance and inclusion among people with and without intellectual disabilities. Through year-round sports training and athletic competition and other related programming for 2.8 million children and adults with intellectual disabilities in more than 180 countries, Special Olympics has created a model community that celebrates peoples' diverse gifts. Founded in 1968 by the late Eunice Kennedy Shriver, Special Olympics provides people with intellectual disabilities continuing opportunities to realize their potential, develop physical fitness, and demonstrate courage and experience joy and friendship. Visit Special Olympics at http://www. specialolympics. org (http://www. specialolympics. org).

Dan Samson
Lovin’ Scoopful
206.285.2573
Dansamson(at)lovinbrands(dot)com

Or

Mauricio Ramos
Fabric Interactive
213.380.0442
Mauricio(at)fabricinteractive(dot)com

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Sunday, June 22, 2003

Carlos Trevino Honored By The Solano Hispanic Chamber of Commerce

Carlos Trevino Honored By The Solano Hispanic Chamber of Commerce

The Solano Hispanic Chamber of Commerce's Spirit of Solano recipient for this year is Carlos Trevino, Senior Advisor of MLS Reverse Mortgage.

Auburn, CA (PRWEB) November 21, 2007

Carlos is a long term resident of Solano County having moved to Vacaville in 1971. Carlos Trevino's personal mission is to have a positive impact on the lives of the client's and community he serves.

From longevity in business perspective, Carlos opened TELEFAX in 1984 in Vacaville. In its 20 year time-span TELEFAX served over 32,000 clients. He sold the business in 2004 and adapted to new market trends becoming a Reverse Mortgage Advisor for MLS Reverse Mortgage serving the baby boomer market.

"We couldn't be more happy to have an individual working for us that is so dedicated to his community and his clients," said Mike Borba, President and CEO of Borba Investments, Inc. dba MLS Reverse Mortgage.

Significant Community Contributor and Partner

Carlos was a founding board member of the Solano Hispanic Chamber of Commerce in 1990. Over the years he has served in various capacities and is still involved. He presently serves on the Executive Committee as the Chief Ambassador. Carlos demonstrates his leadership and management style by taking on major public service initiatives and ensures they get done in a high quality and professional manner.

Carlos has volunteered his services to the Solano Community for many years. He was co-founder of the Vacaville Le Tip group, served as director of the American Diabetes Associations, member of the Vacaville COPPS program through the Vacaville Police Department, served as an advisory board member of the Vacaville Museum and the Vacaville Boys and Girls Club, served as a board member of the Downtown Vacaville Business Improvement District, Chair of the Downtown Vacaville Design and Beautification Program, member of the Independent Order of ODD Fellows, Director of the Youth Image Maker Foundation, and an area representative of the Employer Support of Guard and Reserves.

Honorary Awards

Many honors and awards have been bestowed on Carlos over the years including Honorary Commander of the 60th Air Mobility Wing. Most recently he was recognized by the 349th Air Mobility Wing and Air Force Reserves for distinguished contributions to the National Defense by Commander Thomas M. Giseler, Jr. Brig. Gen. USAFR. He also received recognition for investing his personal time toward the 2006/2007 Coast and Creek Clean-up serving as a Clean-up Coordinator.

Commitment to Helping Seniors Age in Place

With all of Carlos' volunteer work, it's amazing he finds time to work with his senior clients. When Carlos learned about reverse mortgages, he knew right away that a reverse mortgage could help thousands of seniors with much needed financial relief. Rising healthcare costs and increasing home maintenance expenses are making this more and more difficult for seniors to remain in their homes. As a response to the apparent problem, the U. S. government created a financial solution for homeowners 62 and older. The solution is called a Reverse Mortgage and it may just help seniors truly enjoy their retirement years. A reverse mortgage enables homeowners 62 or older to convert part of the equity in their homes into tax-free income without having to sell their home, give up title, or take on a new monthly mortgage payment.

MLS Reverse Mortgage is headquartered at 13478 Luther Road, Suite C, Auburn, CA and can be reached at 1-888-888-4834 or on the Internet at www. LearnAboutReverseMortgages. com.

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Tuesday, June 17, 2003

Hudson Valley's Finest Chefs Share Their Cooking Secrets During the Hudson Valley Wine Fest

Hudson Valley's Finest Chefs Share Their Cooking Secrets During the Hudson Valley Wine Fest

The 4th Annual Hudson Valley Wine Fest to be held at the Greig Farm in Red Hook, NY on September 9th, 10th and 11th will once again feature the Gourmet Food Showcase where local celebrity chefs will perform free cooking demonstrations to attendees of the Fest.

Red Hook, NY (PRWEB) September 1, 2005 -

– The 4th Annual Hudson Valley Wine Fest to be held at the Greig Farm in Red Hook, NY on September 9th, 10th and 11th will once again feature the Gourmet Food Showcase where local celebrity chefs will perform free cooking demonstrations to attendees of the Fest. Sponsored by WineRacks. com, Viking Range, Ackerman’s Appliance, The Kitchen Drawer, and Kingston Kitchen and Restaurant Supply, this year’s Gourmet Food Showcase welcomes returning demonstrators Andrew Selz of Culinary Home Education with Friends (C. H.E. F), Dan Budd of Taste Budd’s Chocolate Desserts and Jean Jaques Carquillat of Le Canard Enchaine, as well as newcomers to the Fest demonstration stage, Ric Orlando of New World Home Cooking, Josh Kroner of The Terrapin, Jesse Frederick of Gigi Trattoria and Jessica Applestone of Fleischer’s Meats.

The demonstrating chefs at this year’s Wine Fest have a varied and extensive background, not only in food preparation, but also in educating the public about food and wine. Chef Andrew Selz is owner and founder of Culinary Home Education with Friends, C. H.E. F. Chef Selz forte is exclusive private events and he specializes in culinary education whether it is in a private home, corporate environment or large fundraisers. Chef Selz also specializes in research and development for which he has developed his own gourmet product line that can be found in specialty stores in the Hudson Valley. He will be explain how to “Enhance Salad Dressings with Wine” as well as “Cedar Plank Cooking” in addition to demonstrating a great new product – The Freedom Grill.

Ric Orlando, chef-owner of New World Home Cooking in Woodstock New York will be demonstrating “Asian Food with Wine”. Ric learned the art of chef-dom from the bottom up, starting as a dishwasher, moving to salad man and up from there. Great chefs he worked under such as Bob Kinkaid, Emmet Fox & Jake Jacubus, inspired his cooking. His unique style of World Cuisine was formed by combining the essential knowledge these chefs provided him with his curiosity and enthusiasm for ethnic foods in their own element (or as he says "eating in the neighborhoods"). In his public television series “Ric Orlando’s TV Kitchen”, Ric helps his audience to prepare excellent tasting and exciting food using 'clean' food. That is, using ingredients that are pure, healthy, organic and environmentally sustainable.

Once again Chef Dan Budd will regale us with one of his marvelous chocolate creations. This year it will be “Drunken Berries with White Chocolate Sabayon”. Chef Budd has been the pastry chef at such famous eateries as New York Cities River Cafe and Adrienne and was the opening pastry chef of the highly acclaimed Park Avenue Cafe in both New York and Chicago. Both Chocolatier and Pastry Art and Design magazines have named Chef Budd on their lists of the "Ten best pastry chefs in America". He has spent 5 1/2 years sharing his knowledge with others as a full time Associate Professor in Baking and Pastry Arts at The Culinary Institute of America, our nations most prestigious culinary and pastry arts college and this will be his fourth year appearing at the Hudson Valley Wine Fest.

You can learn to make “The Perfect Risotto” from Jesse Frederick of Gigi Trattoria in Rhinebeck; Jessica Applestone of Fleischer’s meats will educate us on the uses and advantages of organic meats, Josh Kroner and Jean Jaques Carquillat will be cooking up some surprises as well. So come taste New York State’s best wines and enjoy food from some of the best chefs in the Hudson Valley during the Hudson Valley Wine and Food Fest, September 10th and 11th at the Greig Farm in Red Hook, NY. Fest hours are from 10am to 5pm with cooking demonstrations running throughout both days. For more information visit www. hudsonvalleywinefest. com or call toll-free, 888-687-2517.

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What will Canadians eat During Canada Day Celebrations?

What will Canadians eat During Canada Day Celebrations?

Two riceworks® contests launch with free snacks in Ottawa on July 1, 2010.

(PRWEB) June 30, 2010

“Beavertails, beer and bacon work as a snack,” says Tricia Ryan, Director of Marketing for riceworks® Gourmet Brown Rice Crisps. “But riceworks® better!” Ms Ryan is issuing a challenge to Canadians this summer to see how her company’s snack works even better than their own.

It starts on Canada Day. Brand ambassadors of riceworks® will be working the crowd in Confederation Park in Ottawa this July 1, 2010. Handing out free samples, the riceworks® team will challenge snack lovers with the declaration: “‘Your snack works – riceworks® better.”

“We’ve seen it work with Jamie Oliver’s new program. Going one-on-one locally lets you explain the benefits of healthier snacking without finger wagging,” Ms Ryan says. Owned by Shearer’s Foods Inc., riceworks® producers want Canadians to “think positively about snacking.” With no trans fats, no additives, no wheat or gluten and 33% less fat than most chips, the snack readily backs up its claim.

The free sampling in the nation’s capital on Canada Day is just the beginning. Brand ambassadors will also direct participants to demonstrate online “How riceworks® Better” for them.

Would you shoot a 1-minute video of yourself skydiving while snacking on riceworks® crisps? Or compose a limerick using riceworks® in a recipe? Either endeavor constitutes a viable entry for the How riceworks® Better contest. The grand prize? Enough riceworks® product to fulfill the winner’s suggestion, plus $4,000.

Contestants enter at http://www. howriceworksbetter. com anytime before midnight on September 30, 2010. They can type their entry there or add a link to a video or audio file. Entries can be up to 300 words or one minute long. Monthly over the summer, an independent panel of judges will select what they deem the best. Entries will be scored for: originality, 50% and creativity, 50%.

July 1 is also the launch of the riceworks® recipeworks cookbook contest

Do you ever cook with riceworks®? If “How riceworks® Better” for you is in a unique recipe, you may want to enter the popular snack’s other contest at http://www. riceworksrecipeworks. com. Running concurrently, “riceworks® recipeworks” will select 50 recipes containing riceworks® to appear in a cookbook coming out in time for the holidays. Proceeds will go to charity.

“It’s the next step in an ongoing campaign which riceworks® started just before last year’s holidays,” reminisces Ms Ryan. “That contest, ‘Show Us Your Goodness’, also raised funds for charity.”

This year, however, these snack marketers are combining efforts to maximize the noise. By blending ‘riceworks® recipeworks’ and ‘How riceworks® Better’ with outdoor summer promotions like the celebrations in Ottawa on Canada Day, Ms. Ryan and the riceworks® team hope to affect how Canadians eat.

“Not that there’s anything wrong with beer and bacon,” says Ms. Ryan. “It’s just that riceworks® better!”

About Shearer’s Foods, Inc.
A manufacturer of branded and private label snack foods including potato chips, tortilla chips and extruded snacks, Shearer’s Foods, Inc. recently purchased Snack Alliance Inc. The firm’s signature product, riceworks® Gourmet Brown Rice Crisps, is a tasty and popular whole grain gluten-free snack that has won kudos from snack lovers in the United States, Canada and Great Britain. For more information about the product visit http://www. riceworks. com

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Potomac Hospitality Services Downtown DC hotels and restaurants support Capital Area Food Bank

Potomac Hospitality Services Downtown DC hotels and restaurants support Capital Area Food Bank

All the DC hotels in the PHS group are supporting the drive by The Capital Area Food Bank this week to provide food to local children, families and senior citizens in need. The River Inn, The Quincy, One Washington Circle Hotel, George Washington University Inn, Hotel Monticello, Virginian Suites Arlington and 2424 Penn are all working to collect contributions of non-perishable food items and hygiene products from staff and guests alike.

Washington DC (Vocus) December 10, 2009

All the DC hotels in the PHS group are supporting the drive by The Capital Area Food Bank this week to provide food to local children, families and senior citizens in need. The River Inn, The Quincy, One Washington Circle Hotel, George Washington University Inn, Hotel Monticello, Virginian Suites Arlington and 2424 Penn are all working to collect contributions of non-perishable food items and hygiene products from staff and guests alike. The restaurants within the Potomac Restaurant Group are also jumping to the cause, and Circle Bistro, Notti Bianche, and Dish+drinks will be collecting from their staff and patrons.

Potomac Hospitality Services are delighted to support The Capital Area Foodbank as it epitomizes the ethos of the group – to utilize local services and providers, and encourages interest and education in good nutrition.

The River Inn (http://www. theriverinn. com/) - Don't be misled by the quiet, tree-lined side street or stately neighborhood brownstones. At The River Inn, you're mere moments from some of Washington, DC's legendary halls of power. Our downtown Washington DC hotel accommodations are only two blocks from the Foggy Bottom Metro and the non-stop thrum of Georgetown. Experience complete rejuvenation amid the boutique elements of your freshly renovated suite -- boasting Italian-inspired furniture, ultra-plush bedding, flat-screen TVs, and spectacular views. You'll feel worlds away from the decibels of the world's most important city. Experience an intimacy and charm in short supply at many surrounding downtown Washington DC hotels. Immerse yourself in our alluring setting.

The Quincy (http://www. thequincy. com/) - A Chic, All-Suite Alternative To Typical Downtown Washington DC Hotels. Among the many hotels in Washington, DC, one gets it right, inside and out - The Quincy. Our downtown Washington DC hotel suites feature a sleek, contemporary style and a congenial staff of consummate professionals. This favorite of Washington DC hotels is not a few blocks away from, or just around the corner from - but precisely in the middle of everything. At 18th and L, you're at the epicenter of DC's downtown scene. The K Street power corridor, the nightlife on M, the restaurants on 19th, and late-night strolls to Dupont Circle. Discover spacious accommodations and superior comfort in an unbeatable location.

One Washington Circle Hotel (http://www. thecirclehotel. com/) - Prominently positioned at the intersection of Pennsylvania Avenue and K Street in Washington DC, One Washington Circle Hotel is only blocks from the most notable power brokers and policy architects in the world. Discover an artistic alternative to the traditional downtown Washington DC hotel accommodations at One Washington Circle. Here, the boutique experience isn't about indifferent attitude masquerading as exclusivity, or sacrificing comfort for fancy design. It is about arousing the senses with a dash of color and personality in a city of otherwise button-downed tastes. Glowing after an imaginative, multimillion-dollar redesign, these downtown Washington DC hotel suites are contemporary and cool. Yet the service is disarmingly warm, exceptionally perceptive, and focused intently on you as an individual. Opportunistically located in the heart of the Nation's Capital, One Washington Circle invites you to be at ease, be chill, and, above all, be yourself.

The George Washington University Inn (http://www. gwuinn. com/) - Discover a warmer, more personal side of the Nation's Capital at The George Washington University Inn. This intimate downtown Washington DC hotel is tucked away on a quiet, tree-lined street in the prestigious neighborhood of historic Foggy Bottom. We're just two blocks from The George Washington University and the John F. Kennedy Center for Performing Arts. Make yourself at home in spacious, all-suite accommodations appointed with every comfort imaginable for short visits or extended stays. See the city at a delightful pace, with most major attractions no more than a few minutes' walk away. Stroll into Georgetown for lunch and an afternoon of shopping. Pay a visit to the White House or gaze out over the National Mall from atop the Washington Monument. Our charming Georgetown Washington DC hotel suites blend elegant colonial ambiance with a world-class downtown setting.

Hotel Monticello (http://www. monticellohotel. com/) - Located in the neighborhood Jefferson once called home, the Hotel Monticello of Georgetown is the portrait of Washington, DC sophistication in one of its most enchanting locales. Our guests enjoy endless amenities in a richly appointed all-suite hotel setting, making each stay both pleasurable and productive. Just minutes from the business district, exquisite dining opportunities, popular Washington DC attractions, Reagan National Airport and much more, the Hotel Monticello of Georgetown is a welcome home away from home for the most discerning travelers.

While we've updated the look of our suite hotel in Washington, DC, our enduring commitment to providing exemplary hospitality remains. Inspired interior design radiates a comfortable elegance, our experienced staff is ready to assist you at every turn and charming accommodations provide the backdrop for a rewarding visit. At the Hotel Monticello of Georgetown, a typical DC stay becomes anything but.

Virginian Suites Arlington (http://www. virginiansuites. com/) - Meet Virginian Suites Arlington. Loaded with personality, this exceptional hotel features one-bedroom and studio suites in a highly desirable location, just minutes from downtown DC and closer to Arlington National Cemetery than any other hotel. Relax and unwind in our spacious DC hotel suites, just steps from the banks of the Potomac River in Rosslyn, Virginia – each offering plenty of room to stretch out. We invite you to experience all the conveniences of a downtown hotel – without the hassle and the high price tag – and indulge in the comfort of a gorgeous setting. Uncover the fabulous location of our apartment-size Washington DC suites during your next getaway

2424 Penn - Now you can take the guesswork out of finding long-term accommodations in the nation's capital. 2424 PENN, formerly DC Suites, offers well appointed furnished corporate housing and apartments, so when you're in town for 30 days or longer, you will feel right at home! Our prime downtown location is close to the cultural, social and political hub of Washington DC, so look into 2424 PENN and quickly move into our lovely extended stay apartments.

Circle Bistro (http://www. circlebistro. com/) - Come and discover a warm, inviting Washington DC restaurant and bar, rooted in the traditions of French bistros, and Bouchons at Circle Bistro. Savor a creative menu of tantalizing French favorites seasoned with a dash of refinement. Like One Washington Circle itself, this modern yet modest Georgetown DC restaurant manages to feel cozy, sleek, and vibrant -- thanks to crisp service, a wondrous wine list, and a brilliant, hearth-like décor. With wonderful new lunch and dinner menus, using local fresh produce, Circle Bistro is a healthful, tasty choice for lunch, pre-theater dinner, or for dining the night away.

Notti Bianche (http://www. nottibianche. com/) - Rome's essence beckons nightly from Notti Bianche, an enchanting downtown DC Italian restaurant set in the lobby of The George Washington University Inn. Swoon over authentic Italian dishes that critics have called “the culinary equivalent of the little black dress.” Awarded three stars from the Washington Post and a Top 100 rating from Washingtonian Magazine, this cozy downtown Washington DC Italian restaurant is one of the District's true dining delights. Savor the intimacy of this classic Italian kitchen, where just 42 seats and a world-class wine list craft an ambiance that is warm, friendly, and inviting. A favorite for the pre-theatre crowd visiting the Kennedy Center.

Dish+drinks (http://www. theriverinn. com/dish/) - Prepare yourself for mouth-watering cuisine at The River Inn's onsite downtown Washington DC restaurant. The culinary world is buzzing with talk of the exciting new restaurant DISH+ drinks - showcasing a contemporary twist on American classics. Popular among theater-goers, DISH + drinks boasts a gas-lit fireplace that extends to the lobby of our hotel, surrounding guests with soothing warmth. Attention to detail sets the tone for the casual and friendly atmosphere, with brilliant sunshine streaming through the wall of windows that overlooks a street lined with decades-old crepe myrtles. Choose our downtown DC restaurant for a highly acclaimed and seasonally inspired menu.

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Wednesday, June 11, 2003

SCIREX Celebrates 10 Years of Leadership in Clinical Research

SCIREX Celebrates 10 Years of Leadership in Clinical Research

SCIREX Corporation, a leader in the delivery of drug development services to the global pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries, this month celebrates the 10th anniversary of its incorporation.

Horsham, PA (PRWEB) February 12, 2006

SCIREX Corporation, a leader in the delivery of drug development services to the global pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries, this month celebrates the 10th anniversary of its incorporation. In February1996, Biomedical Research Group and National Medical Research Corporation merged to form what is now known as SCIREX Corporation. Since that time, SCIREX has become the premier provider of clinical research services for Analgesia and Central Nervous System disorders.

In a message to the company marking the milestone, CEO James Utterback thanked employees for their contributions to the success of the enterprise and of its clients. “We go past our 10th Anniversary with many goals and opportunities ahead of us…I am proud to be a part of this company's history and future. You, too, should fill with pride when you consider how important each of your contributions are to improving health and bringing new medications to the global marketplace.”

SCIREX now helps clients address every phase of drug development process, including full Phase I-IV clinical research, early development services, and post-marketing solutions. Additionally, in 2005 SCIREX expanded operations farther into Europe with the opening of its Poland office and formed strategic partnerships with Clinigene/Biocon Ltd. in India and GleneaglesCRC in Singapore.

SCIREX now has offices in Philadelphia, Chicago, San Diego, Austin, Salt Lake City, Tampa, Hartford, London and Krakow. Its 450+ employees have conducted more than 1,000 studies involving more than 130,000 patients. Approximately 80% of its clients are drawn from emerging and mid-tier Pharma and Biotech while the remainder includes some of the largest global pharmaceutical companies in the industry. Regardless of growth, Utterback observed that “therapeutic focus, scientific expertise, and quality will continue to guide our efforts.”

“Ultimately, the measure of our success,” added Utterback, “will be continuous improvement in each of four key metrics: client satisfaction, employee satisfaction, project team performance, and financial performance. Moving forward, we will continue to practice a passionate focus on quality and client satisfaction, to bring our clients the best in class services they have come to expect from SCIREX.”

SCIREX Corporation (www. scirex. com) is an industry leader in the delivery of Phase I-IV drug development services to the global pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry. SCIREX provides clinical trial management, drug development planning, protocol design, submission services, regulatory affairs consulting, investigator and patient recruitment, data management, statistics, medical writing and offers an array of technology solutions including IVRS, EDC and SIMSTM (Study Information Management System). SCIREX brings experience from more than 1,000 clinical trials involving well over 130,000 patients in most major therapeutic areas, with specific expertise in pain and inflammation, and neurological and psychiatric disorders. SCIREX is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Omnicom Group, Inc. (NYSE: OMC) (www. omnicomgroup. com).

For more information contact Blythe Vito, SCIREX Corporate Marketing at (215) 907-1330 x1054, or visit www. scirex. com.

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Tuesday, June 10, 2003

Password Survey: SecureLogin Single Sign-On v3.5.1 is Released to Address Increasing Password Management Concerns

Password Survey: SecureLogin Single Sign-On v3.5.1 is Released to Address Increasing Password Management Concerns

Protocom today announces the availability of SecureLogin Single Sign-On v3.5.1. SecureLogin is the most advanced single sign-on solution in the market today, and the only solution positioned to address full credential management for enterprises. First released in 1997, Protocom SecureLogin® Single Sign-On v3.5.1 is a key component of the SecureLogin Password Management Suite that consists of single sign-on; self-service password reset; and advanced (strong) authentication methods.

Orlando, FL (PRWEB) February 25, 2004

Protocom Development Systems recently conducted a password usage survey on www. protocom. com. Survey results once again confirm that the poor password habits of network users are the cause of significant security risks for enterprises. It is increasingly apparent that the management of user credentials continues to be a major concern for business, and security officers must remain diligent in the management of user access to corporate resources and competitively sensitive information.

Protocom today announces the availability of SecureLogin Single Sign-On v3.5.1. SecureLogin is the most advanced single sign-on solution in the market today, and the only solution positioned to address full credential management for enterprises. First released in 1997, Protocom SecureLogin® Single Sign-On v3.5.1 is a key component of the SecureLogin Password Management Suite that consists of single sign-on; self-service password reset; and advanced (strong) authentication methods.

“The password survey confirms that employees are using common passwords across applications and systems. If they also write that password down, or use a common password to access public sites as well as sensitive, corporate applications, organizations are at greater risk of network security breaches. The challenge security officer’s face is the enforcement of password policies when the application is not written to do so,” said Jason Hart, Protocom’s Chief Executive Officer. “Enterprise single sign-on should not only deliver one strong login to the network, but should be able to generate and maintain unique, random passwords to competitively sensitive applications.”

New features in v3.5 include:

• Citrix enhancements – SecureLogin 3.5.1 has improved performance and scalability to better support Citrix environments implementing enterprise single sign-on

• Enhanced support for moving and copying settings in the directory environment

• Enhanced support for framed Web Pages

• Powerful new features to support new generation Java applications and web pages

• Enhanced GUI for a more streamlined and user-friendly experience

• Active Directory Application Mode (or ADAM) enabled for directory-enabled single sign-on deployment before a full Active Directory infrastructure is complete

Key features of SecureLogin Single Sign-On v3.5.1 include:

• Directory-enabled enterprise single sign-on

• Protects user credentials in an Active Directory environment preventing malicious password resets

• LDAP integration via an LDAP client

• Seamless integration with Citrix Metaframe and Microsoft Terminal Server environments (concurrent user licensing available for published application environments)

• Granular application security including the ability to enforce re-authentication to applications requiring higher levels of security

• International language support

• Soft token and PassTicket support for RACF and ACF2 on OS/390 environments, and PAM for Unix

• Healthcare specific features including integrated Screenlock

Protocom SecureLogin® Single Sign-On v3.5.11 costs US$79 per user with volume license discounts available. Concurrent user licensing is also available for published application environments. For more information, visit www. protocom. com.

Protocom Development Systems is exhibiting at HiMSS in Orlando, Florida, February 23 - 26. To schedule a booth briefing, please contact Dee Dee LaBruyere, contact details below.

There will also be an enterprise single sign-on in healthcare case study presented via a Pavilion Product Session on Tuesday at 4:15 p. m. local time.

About Protocom Development Systems

Protocom Development Systems™ is an award winning technology leader developing innovative network security solutions for governments and medium to large enterprizes worldwide. Protocom specializes in password management solutions with the SecureLogin Password Management Suite consisting of single sign-on, advanced (strong) authentication and self-service password reset. The Protocom SecureLogin Password Management Suite enhances security, lowers administration costs and improves employee productivity. Protocom was founded in 1989. Protocom is a privately held company and have been profitable since incorporation in 1993. Protocom has offices in North America, Europe, the United Kingdom, South Africa, and Australia.

For ProtocomÂ’s complete product and application specifications, visit www. protocom. com; contact us at www. protocom. com/contactsales. htm (http://www. protocom. com/contactsales. htm).

Press Contact:

Phil Jacobs

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Excercise on an Elliptical Trainer - Something the Ancient Philosophers Didn't Foresee

Excercise on an Elliptical Trainer - Something the Ancient Philosophers Didn't Foresee

We all know that physical fitness is essential for good health, but many of us just can't seem to find the time in our schedules to devote to this critical task. Perhaps the answer is available, hidden away in plain sight. An elliptical trainer requires little time, little space and provides large advantages.

Boston, MA (PRWEB) May 18, 2006

Thinkers of the world take note. Long before you or I entered this world, there were those that were concerned about the importance of physical activity. In fact Plato, the well known Greek philosopher, stated that “lack of activity destroys the good condition of every human being, while movement and methodical physical exercise save and preserve it”. Trevor Mulholland has responded to the remarks of Plato and introduced a new website that just might convince you that your exercise needs can be fulfilled in a minimum amount of time, enable you to adjust a workout to fit your particular needs and let you burn an amazing number of calories without the potential joint damage that is associated with high impact exercise. His website at http://www. best-elliptical-machines. com (http://www. best-elliptical-machines. com) simply provides information about the advantages of using an elliptical trainer to achieve and maintain good health.

All thinking people recognize that physical activity is food for the brain as well as the body and provides the nourishment for creativity. Regular exercise also provides time to think about the conundrums we all confront in life and work out issues that may cloud the mind as well as the body. Regular exercise enables those of us that might be “weight challenged” to join the ranks of the lithe and svelte and proudly declare that our bodies are indeed the temples of our soul.

A visit to Trevor's website just might provide the answer you're looking for. An analysis of the benefits of using elliptical trainers that are compact, easy to use, and enable the user to tailor a short workout for minimum joint impact and high calorie burn may convince you that this is the type of equipment that Plato might have used.

You can now find information about a myriad of elliptical trainer (http://www. best-elliptical-machines. com/) choices and possibly select a product that will meet your specific needs and make the statement that you recognize the power that can be provided by regular physical exercise. Information is available at http://www. best-elliptical-machines. com/ (http://www. best-elliptical-machines. com/)

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Saturday, June 7, 2003

Beaufurn Hires Suzanne Fawley to Lead Marketing

Beaufurn Hires Suzanne Fawley to Lead Marketing

Suzanne Fawley has joined Beaufurn, a high-quality commercial furniture supplier for restaurant, hospitality, airport, leisure and institutional markets, as Vice President – Business Development and Marketing.

Winston Salem, NC (PRWEB) April 27, 2010

Winston-Salem, NC (PRWEB) April 20, 2010 -- Suzanne Fawley has joined Beaufurn, a high-quality commercial furniture (http://beaufurn. com/industry/commercial-furniture/?utm_source=PRWeb&utm_medium=PressRelease&utm_content=CommercialFurniture&utm_campaign=Fawley) supplier for restaurant, hospitality, airport, leisure and institutional markets, as Vice President – Business Development and Marketing. Her primary responsibilities will include building and managing national sales representation, market message development, brand essence development and other marketing and business development functions.

A graduate of University of North Carolina, Greensboro and Salem College in Winston-Salem, Fawley brings national award winning interior design experience as well as expertise in brand development, brand experience, market messaging and creative sales strategy development. Prior to joining Beaufurn, Fawley held positions with Steelcase Company as National Director of A&D for Nurture, Steelcase's award-winning healthcare company and with HC Brayton International.

“Suzanne Fawley's experience and expertise is a tremendous asset to Beaufurn,” says Bill Bongaerts, president of Beaufurn. “We are pleased to welcome Suzanne to the Beaufurn team.”

Founded in 1996 and headquartered in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, Beaufurn, LLC supplies high-quality, innovatively designed furnishing solutions to hotels, restaurants, universities, airports, food courts, coffee shops and commercial customers worldwide.

When choosing bar furniture (http://beaufurn. com/?utm_source=PRWeb&utm_medium=PressRelease&utm_content=BarFurniture&utm_campaign=Fawley), restaurant furniture (http://beaufurn. com/industry/restaurant-furniture/?utm_source=PRWeb&utm_medium=PressRelease&utm_content=RestaurantFurniture&utm_campaign=Fawley), restaurant chairs (http://beaufurn. com/?utm_source=PRWeb&utm_medium=PressRelease&utm_content=RestaurantChair&utm_campaign=Fawley), bistro tables, lounge furniture, café tables, patio chairs etc. for hotel, restaurant, bistro, bar, night club, lounge, café, patio, country club, college dormitory – quality and durability are paramount. For years, Beaufurn has been manufacturing distinctive custom wholesale commercial furniture for leading businesses and institution around the world. Beaufurn’s furniture is American-made, produced in North Carolina to exacting standards, yet available at economical wholesale price, ready for shipment to any location.

Beaufurn’s wide array of commercial indoor furniture and commercial outdoor furniture is available in a variety of styles, materials, colors and fabrics, ranging from traditional to retro to cutting-edge contemporary.

Beaufurn’s nationwide clients include The Cheesecake Factory, Verizon Wireless/Cellular Sales, Universal Studios, Walt Disney, Steve Wynn Casino, Sea World and McDonald’s.

Call 888-766-7706 or visit www. Beaufurn. com (http://www. Beaufurn. com) for more information.

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Friday, June 6, 2003

New Olive Oil is Enriched with Three Vitamins

New Olive Oil is Enriched with Three Vitamins

Italica Imports is introducing an extra virgin olive oil from Spain that is enriched with fat-soluble vitamins A, D and E, making it a rich source of antioxidants.

New York (Vocus) April 1, 2008 -

Italica Imports is introducing an extra virgin olive oil from Spain that is enriched with fat-soluble vitamins A, D and E, making it a rich source of antioxidants.

Italica PLUS Extra Virgin Olive Oil (Italica PLUS) is the first Spanish extra virgin olive oil enriched with vitamins. While all olive oil promotes better health, Italica PLUS delivers even greater nutritional benefits with three vital vitamins. Italica PLUS can help promote a stronger immune system, better circulation, strong bones and healthy teeth, and lower blood pressure and cholesterol.

Lucy Landesman, president of Italica Imports, said, "Italica PLUS Extra Virgin Olive Oil, like our traditional Italica Extra Virgin Olive Oil, is one the finest cold-pressed virgin olive oils on the market, and today you can use it knowing it's enriched with even more vitamins and health benefits. Make your favorite sauces, salad dressings, marinades and other recipes even healthier for you and your family."

Supportive but not conclusive research shows that Vitamin A promotes healthy surface linings of the eyes and the respiratory, intestinal and urinary tracts. Vitamin D is associated with strong, healthy bones and regulates the absorption of calcium and phosphorus. And Vitamin E acts to protect cells against the effects of free radicals, which can damage cells and may be a factor in the development of cancer and heart disease.

Olive oil is often regarded as a perfect food: free of trans-fats, great for the heart, and excellent for the digestive system. Limited but not conclusive scientific evidence suggests that eating about 2 tablespoons (23 grams) of olive oil daily may reduce the risk of coronary heart disease due to the monounsaturated fat in olive oil. To achieve this possible benefit, olive oil is to replace a similar amount of saturated fat and not increase the total number of calories you eat in a day.

Italica Olive Oil is available at grocery stores nationwide or you can purchase online at www. italicaoliveoil. com. Italica Olive Oil is the only 100% Spanish olive oil available in unbreakable PET plastic bottles. In addition to Italica PLUS Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Italica Imports offers a complete line of olive oil, olives and international condiments featuring: Italica Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Italica Extra Virgin Olive Oil enriched with Omega-3, Italica 100% Pure Olive Oil, Italica Kalamata Olives and Italica Organic Olives.

Based in Scarsdale, New York, Italica Imports is a division of Cory International Corp., a third generation family-owned business with over 70 years of experience in packing and distributing olives (Tee Pee Olives) and olive oil. Today, Tee Pee Olives/Italica Imports is the largest importer and packer of bulk Spanish green olives in the U. S. Lucy Landesman was named the first female president of Italica Imports and Tee Pee Olives in 2004. Tee Pee Olives/Italica Imports is a member of the Association of Food Industries, Inc. (AFI). Italica Imports is ISO Certified to produce kosher products. Tee Pee Olives is certified as USDA Organic.

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Breastfeeding Clothes and Lilypads Seat Covers Help Keep Babies Healthy During Cold Season

Breastfeeding Clothes and Lilypads Seat Covers Help Keep Babies Healthy During Cold Season

Concerned parents can help protect their babies against illness by breastfeeding because mother’s antibodies, and their protective effects, pass through breastmilk to the baby. Canada-based Breast Is Best offers functional but stylish breastfeeding clothes for mother while she breastfeeds, keeping mom happy. Breast Is Best also sells LilyPads seat covers to keep baby healthy while running errands or dining out. Nursing wear and LilyPads seat covers are available at www. Breast-Is-Best. com.

Pickering, Ontario (PRWEB) January 9, 2006

Cold and flu season can be deadly to a baby. Concerned parents can help protect their babies against illness by breastfeeding because mother’s antibodies, and their protective effects, pass through breastmilk to the baby. Canada-based Breast Is Best offers functional but stylish breastfeeding clothes for mother while she breastfeeds, keeping mom happy. Breast Is Best also sells LilyPads seat covers to keep baby healthy while running errands or dining out. Nursing wear and LilyPads seat covers are available at www. Breast-Is-Best. com.

With very immature immune systems, babies can’t ward off or fight viruses easily, and if babies catch the flu, they have a harder time coping with it. According to the Canadian Paediatric Society, breastmilk is the optimal food for babies, providing infants with nutritional, immunological and emotional benefits for healthy growth and development. The Society recommends exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months of life for healthy, term infants, with continuation of breastfeeding for up to two years and beyond. The CPS recommendation is consistent with that from the World Health Organization, Health Canada and the American Academy of Pediatrics.

Breast Is Best Co-Owner Niki Leslie designs the breastfeeding tops, offering six or more new styles every year. For winter, there are several long-sleeve shirts and blouses including microfleece V-necks available in several different colors. “After the birth of our daughter eleven years ago, I looked for affordable yet fashionable breastfeeding clothes, but found a very limited selection. As a result, we created Breast Is Best Clothing for Nursing Mothers,” states Leslie.

To complement the functional breastfeeding clothes, Breast Is Best carries LilyPads seat covers giving parents assurance that their baby or young child is in a clean environment when shopping or dining out. Designed for children ages 5 months and up to 4 years, machine washable LilyPads covers are available in several different fabrics, are easily attached or removed by elastic fittings, and fold up into their own tote bags. “We take our LilyPads seat cover everywhere. It adds warmth, safety and fun to any seating arrangement,” Breast Is Best Co-Owner Doug Leslie comments.

Breast Is Best Clothing for Nursing Mothers is celebrating its eleventh year in business, offering its own line of nursing wear. They also carry high-quality breast pumps, baby slings, and LilyPads seat covers. Visit them at www. breast-is-best. com or call toll-free 1-877-837-5439. NOTE: Health statements in this press release do not constitute medical advice. Parents should always consult with their healthcare provider.

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Wednesday, June 4, 2003

Minitab's Latest Quality Companion Software Update Adds Value Stream Mapping

Minitab's Latest Quality Companion Software Update Adds Value Stream Mapping

This update introduces new functionality, including a powerful tool for Value Stream Mapping, a primary technique used in Lean Six Sigma initiatives. A free, 30-day trial version is available at www. QualityCompanion. com. The update is free to registered users of Quality Companion 3.

State College, PA (Vocus) October 2, 2009

Minitab Inc. today released Quality Companion 3.2, an update to its software for managing and executing quality improvement projects.

This update introduces new functionality, including a powerful tool for Value Stream Mapping (http://www. minitab. com/en-US/products/quality-companion/default. aspx) (VSM), a primary technique used in Lean Six Sigma initiatives. A free, 30-day trial version is available at www. QualityCompanion. com. The update is free to registered users of Quality Companion 3.

VSM helps businesses define the steps required to produce a product or service that meets customer expectations, find improvement opportunities and pinpoint sources of waste. Quality Companion's VSM tool makes it easy to track important variables such as inventory, takt time, and cycle time, among others, to help improve manufacturing, supply chain, service-related, healthcare, software development, or product development processes.

Quality Companion by Minitab® is designed to manage improvement projects from start to finish, and has been embraced by organizations as diverse as Xerox, the U. S. Postal Service and BHP Billiton.

Quality Companion's Project Roadmap (http://www. minitab. com/en-US/products/quality-companion/default. aspx)™ helps plot a clear course of action to execute quality improvement projects. Adding Companion's built-in "soft" tools, such as process mapping, brainstorming and reporting, creates a detailed plan for the entire project--and the means to complete each step.

Quality Companion also includes more than 100 form templates, including C&E Matrix, FMEA and Project Charter, all of which are easily customized to fit any organization. Quality Companion even offers on-demand guidance, with built-in Coaches that give expert advice from experienced Lean Six Sigma professionals.

When a project ends, Companion maintains the entire project in one easy-to-manage file, making it simple to archive and review in the future.

Quality Companion 3.2 also integrates with latest release of the Quality Companion Dashboard, a utility that aggregates and displays details of all projects in a single view to help you evaluate your progress and success, and can serve as a launch pad for projects.

The Dashboard is free, so executives and others who don't use Quality Companion can use it to monitor the progress of their organization's entire improvement program. Colleagues who don't use Companion can also review projects with the free Quality Companion Viewer, which provides read-only access to project files.

About Minitab
Minitab Inc. is one of the world's leading developers of statistical and process improvement software. Thousands of distinguished companies use Minitab software, including Toshiba, DuPont, Boeing, Royal Bank of Scotland, Nestlé and Wyeth Pharmaceuticals.

Minitab Statistical Software has been used in virtually every major Six Sigma initiative around the world, and is used to teach statistics in over 4,000 colleges and universities. Quality Companion® is used worldwide to plan and execute Six Sigma projects. Both products are backed by outstanding services, including training, e-learning opportunities, and free technical support.

Minitab Inc., headquartered in State College, Pa., operates offices in the United Kingdom, France and Australia and has additional representatives throughout the world.

For more information or materials, including screen shots, logos and other graphics, contact Eston Martz in Minitab's Media Relations office: PublicRelations(at)minitab. com.

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Monday, June 2, 2003

Hyperbaric Medicine At Trinitas Hospital In Elizabeth, New Jersey

Hyperbaric Medicine At Trinitas Hospital In Elizabeth, New Jersey

Trinitas Hospital’s Wound Healing Center – already one of the most successful programs of its kind in the nation – has expanded its program even further with the addition of hyperbaric oxygen therapy. This treatment provides a safe and non-invasive procedure for patients with difficult wounds, crush injuries, acute burns or diabetes-related ulcers. With the addition of hyperbaric oxygen therapy, the Center at Trinitas has been renamed The Center for Wound Healing & Hyperbaric Medicine.

ELIZABETH, NJ (PRWEB) July 1, 2004

Trinitas Hospital’s Wound Healing Center – already one of the most successful programs of its kind in the nation – has expanded its program even further with the addition of hyperbaric oxygen therapy. This treatment provides a safe and non-invasive procedure for patients with difficult wounds, crush injuries, acute burns or diabetes-related ulcers. With the addition of hyperbaric oxygen therapy, the Center at Trinitas has been renamed The Center for Wound Healing & Hyperbaric Medicine.

Patients receiving hyperbaric oxygen therapy are placed in a specially-designed chamber that administers a 100 percent oxygen-rich environment under slight pressure. Room air – or the air we normally breathe – is 21 percent oxygen and 79 percent nitrogen. The high level of oxygen reaches the wound through the bloodstream, resulting in improved healing, greater blood vessel formation and reduced likelihood of infection.

“Hyperbaric chambers are often associated with treating decompression sickness in divers,” says Gary S. Horan, FACHE, President & Chief Executive Officer. “But today, through our Center for Wound Healing & Hyperbaric Medicine, we are able to accelerate healing in patients with burns, serious wounds, bone infections, radiation injury to bone or soft tissue, and carbon monoxide poisoning. Because of the many benefits of hyperbaric therapy, Trinitas Hospital has made a strong commitment to this technology with two hyperbaric chambers.”

The treatment is also be used for carbon monoxide poisoning, the leading cause of poisoning death in the United States.

“Nearly five million Americans suffer from chronic wounds, including those that are the result of diabetes, lower extremity arterial disease, lower extremity venous disease and edema, and pressure ulcers, as well as traumatic injuries,” says Peter Mlynarczyk, MD, Medical Director of the Center. “We believe this technology, delivered by our specialized team of physicians, nurses and foot specialists, will be of great benefit to them.”

In addition to wound healing, hyperbaric oxygen therapy is also used to preserve damaged tissue and promote greater blood vessel formation, according to Nada Raiser, Director of the Center. “Hyperbaric therapy results in improved infection control, and can also eliminate or reduce the effects of toxic substances and gas bubble obstructions,” she says.

The Center for Wound Healing & Hyperbaric Medicine at Trinitas Hospital utilizes well-researched, proven techniques to provide healing and relief for patients who previously thought their wounds were irreparable or would ultimately result in amputation. The Center boasts a 98 percent success rate in healing problem wounds, one of the highest in the nation. In addition, the Center has a lower than expected length of healing time – sixty days versus a national average of sixty-five.

About Trinitas Hospital

Trinitas Hospital is a full service healthcare facility and a Catholic teaching hospital sponsored by the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth, serving those who live and work in Eastern and Central Union County. It is the result of the merger of Elizabeth General Medical Center and St. Elizabeth Hospital in 2000. Operating on two major campuses, Trinitas Hospital offers 531 beds, including a 120-bed long-term care center. Trinitas Hospital provides comprehensive medical/surgical services, emergency services, senior services, adult and child/adolescent psychiatric care, cardiac care, cancer services, renal services, an infectious disease program, maternal/child health services including a high-risk newborn nursery, inpatient pediatric care, diabetes management center, wound healing center, sleep disorders center and a bloodless medicine program.