Developing and retaining strong, strategic leaders is one of the most important investments that an organization can make to ensure future growth and sustainability. That's why the commercial marine industry, Louisiana State University (LSU) and the WorkBoat Professional Series have launched the WorkBoat Strategic Leadership Development Program. "The program offers an excellent curriculum that captures all the necessary building blocks for an individual to begin the journey from a manager to a senior executive," said Gary Faber, senior vice president, Foss ...

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the nation's roads have become more deadly in recent years. The agency recently announced that fatal truck accidents have increased by 3.7 percent nationwide during 2012 (the most recent year with data available). Although this percentage alone does not seem like much, it marks the third consecutive year of increases. If you have ever witnessed a truck accident, you know that it can cause catastrophic damage, particularly when the other vehicle involved is a car or SUV. Aside from property damage, ...

Though Delaware drivers may be used to cold-weather conditions, this winter has been particularly brutal. The unusually harsh conditions are likely attributed to the rare weather phenomenon known as the "polar vortex" that brought record cold temperatures, never-before-seen snow totals, heating oil shortages and unprecedented winter storm-related damage to much of the country. In addition to the structural damage caused directly by heavy snow or trees that couldn't support the heavy weight of ice, and sharp increases in the cost of providing heat, the relentless ...

Although certain sectors of the economy may be showing some signs of strength, many Americans continue to struggle financially. A variety of loans are available to help pay bills during lean times, but many are exorbitant and predatory. According to AARP, more and more people between the ages of 45 and 64 are seeking vehicle title loans to help meet short-term financial needs. What is a vehicle title loan? Although some lenders are willing to lend money without requiring collateral, many require more than just a borrower's promise to repay the loan. When a borrower ...

With spring break and kids' school vacations coming up, many San Diego families are planning on getting out of town for a week or two in March or April. Even with Southern California's mild winters, it still feels good to get a break from work and routine, to see new places and do new things. But what will you do with your dog? Today, sending your dog to a kennel doesn't mean leaving him cooped up. In fact, activity-based dog boarding facilities like Fon-Jon Pet Care Center offer pups the chance to relax, socialize with other dogs, and play with new people. This eases ...

Francis Investment Counsel, a Pewaukee-based provider of retirement plan investment consulting and employee education services, celebrates ten years of providing conflict-free advice. Over the past decade, Francis has helped guide the retirement plan decisions of tens of thousands of retirement plan participants. Before creating Francis Investment Counsel in 2004, core team members including President Michael J. Francis, Senior Vice President Kelli Send and Vice President Joseph Topp, provided investment advisory and employee education services to qualified retirement ...

Williamson Insurance & Financial Services, Inc. represents several insurance companies offering car insurance with accident forgiveness. Wayne Williamson, a Licensed Independent Insurance Agent in North Carolina represents Erie, The Hartford, Progressive and National General for car insurance coverage. "We are hearing about 'accident forgiveness' in television commercials," said Wayne Williamson, President and Owner of Williamson Insurance. "We carry a few companies who offer this special feature - no points, no extra charges on your first 'at fault' ...

Cross Country Air Safaris Owner Juliane Beckmann has been recognized for showing dedication, leadership and excellence in tourism. Ms. Beckmann has 10 years of experience in the tourism industry, with one year as the owner of Cross Country Air Safaris, where she is an expert in the area of organizational management, wildlife research and advocacy. Cross Country Air Safaris is a recreation business that provides tourism services. She worked in the fields of marketing research and consumer behavior in Germany before making the decision to move to South Africa in 1999, ...

Within the medical community, Richard Obedian is widely regarded as one of the best orthopedic surgeons currently in practice. He earned his medical degree from the Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons in 1993, where he was selected for membership in the Apha Omega Honor Society, and won the Admiral David Willard Lyon Award. As impressive as these credentials are, Richard Obedian says his success is largely due to his strong work ethic. But Richard Obedian is quick to acknowledge that he could not have had the success he has had without a lot of help ...

Dr. Geoffrey Edelsten, Chief Executive Officer of Altels Management Pty., Ltd., has been recognized by Worldwide Branding for showing dedication, leadership and excellence in his profession. With 47 years of experience, Dr. Edelsten is recognized in Australia as the medical practitioner who changed the course of the country's medical system by commencing superclinics, automating pathology and providing 24-hour care. In his current role with Altels Management for three years, he is overseeing all business operations via the management company and conducting telephone ...

Museum Victoria Community Engagement Manager, Tatiana Anita Mauri, has been recognized for showing dedication, leadership and excellence in arts education. After two decades of contribution to arts education in her community, Ms. Mauri has achieved professional success through her expertise in project and team management. She has worked as both a teacher and performer, and helped establish the Merri Shakespeare Company. Her past employers include Anthill, Playbox and the Australian Centre for the Moving Image. Five years ago, Ms. Mauri brought her expertise to Museum ...

The Health Ranger, alias Mike Adams, founded Natural News in 2003 as a consumer health advocacy website. The website investigate new technologies in both the food and medical industries to provide useful information to its readers. Natural News is dedicated to guiding its readers to a healthier lifestyle. The Health Ranger also recently founded the Forensic Food Lab, which is based in central Texas. With the food lab, the Health Ranger can expertly investigate the molecular structure of various foods. He was able to use Natural News to report the discovery of an unnatural ...

Many agents believed they could make the grade, but only a select few were to be on the America's Best Real Estate Agents list of 2013, an annual ranking issued by REALTrends 500 and the Wall Street Journal. Luke Buchanan, a Washington, D.C.-based real estate professional, is proud to say that his firm dominated that list. Nine of Luke Buchanan's colleagues were listed on the Top Washington D.C. Area Agents by Transaction Volume, thanks to a whopping $12.5 million average sales figure of per agent. The firm also had six teams included on the list for Top Washington ...

Frances Boreland, Research Fellow, Ph.D. Candidate Broken Hill University Department of Rural Health for The University of Sydney, has been recognized for showing dedication, leadership and excellence in population health. Ms. Boreland has four years of experience as a research fellow and Ph.D. candidate for the Broken Hill University Department of Rural Health at The University of Sydney. Over the years, she has become an expert in population health, conducting health-related research on a daily basis. Looking back, Ms. Boreland attributes her success to her mentors, ...

Petco, the pet store, has been confronted with a slip-and-fall lawsuit after a patron allegedly fell as she was on the establishment's premises. The plaintiff initiated the suit in on February 11, 2014. She names Petco Animal Supplies, Inc., as the only defendant. The woman asserts that in the summer of 2012, she was shopping at the Petco store. As the woman browsed the aisles, she purportedly stepped into a pool of liquid, which caused her to slip to the floor. In the accident, the woman claims to have suffered serious hip, head and back injuries. In essence, the ...

Cardinal Web Solutions, Atlanta based Internet marketing agency, has been selected as a finalist for the 2014 Atlanta Marketer of the Year (AMY) Awards, presented by the Atlanta chapter of the American Marketing Association (AMA). Cardinal Web Solutions was nominated in the category of "Search Marketing - SEO" for their campaign, Advancing the Mission, for Atlanta Mission. The winner will be announced on Thursday, March 13 at the fabulous Fox Theater in midtown Atlanta. The AMY Awards is the leading annual marketing awards competition in the Southeast. They ...

On Monday, hundreds came to a march and rally held by Rev. Al Sharpton in an effort to protest against Florida's 'Stand Your Ground' laws. In attendance were radio host Tom Joyner, Attorney Benjamin Crump, Congresswoman Corrine Brown, State Rep. Alan Williams, State Sen. Chris Smith, State Sen. Geraldine Thompson, Rev. Jamal Bryant, the parents of Trayvon Martin and Jordan Davis, and family members of Emmett Till. There were several speakers at the rally, including Rev. Al Sharpton. "To have laws that tell people that they can shoot first and then ask questions ...

Hampton Inn & Suites Atlanta Galleria Hotel, near Smyrna, GA, offers convenient lodging to vendors and guests attending the American Craft Council Show in Atlanta March 14-16, 2014. For three full days top artists and crafters will gather for the largest juried indoor craft show in the Southeast. The show will be held at the Cobb Galleria Centre in northwest Atlanta. More than 225 vendors will offer jewelry, ceramics, home decor, clothing, glass, metal art, fiber art, furniture, and much more. Attendees can browse the booths, watch demonstrations, and see room vignettes ...

When you hire a certified master facilitator from this well-known facilitation company, the success of your facilitation session is guaranteed. If, for whatever reason, the facilitator turns in a poor performance and this negatively impacts your session, all you have to do is cancel after the first day of facilitated activity to receive a full or partial refund. FindaFacilitator firmly believes in delivering excellent and effective facilitation services as well as top-notch customer care. You have to be a satisfied client or you don't pay a dime. FindaFacilitator is ...

After more than 30 years of helping individuals and families through the challenges of filing for bankruptcy in Chattanooga, the attorneys at Clark & Washington have the experience and the knowledge to help you regain your financial footing. Filing for personal bankruptcy is a difficult decision to make, and the Chattanooga bankruptcy attorneys at Clark & Washington understand that you want to explore all possible options before opting for bankruptcy. For that reason, the law firm offers free bankruptcy consultations for all Chattanooga residents. During your ...

Both the 2014 Chevy Silverado and 2014 Chevy Sierra earned the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's highest rating in its New Car Assessment Program. They each received a 5-star Overall Vehicle Score for safety in all cab configurations. (1) Even more importantly, the 2014 Silverado and Sierra, now at Ferman Chevy of Tampa, are the first pickup trucks to receive top marks since the NHTSA's testing requirements were made more rigorous in 2011. (1) These light trucks both use fully boxed frames and high-strength steel to underpin their safety systems. But they ...

Spring is a time for new birth and rejuvenation in nature and if you are suffering from financial difficulties, it may also be the ideal time for you to start afresh financially. Clark & Washington, Atlanta's trusted bankruptcy law firm, encourages anyone who has fallen on hard financial times to come in for a free bankruptcy consultation. During your free consultation, one of Clark & Washington's experienced bankruptcy attorneys in Atlanta, Ga., will respectfully and compassionately review the details of your financial situation to determine what options you ...

The Orlando plumbers, Choice Plumbing, are proud to say that they use only the best equipment on their jobs. For drain problems and major sewer line clogs, the best unclogging tool on the market today is the Spartan Pipe Jetter. This machine, commonly referred to as a water- or hydro-jetter is basically an overpowered spray gun designed to blast away pipe debris with ease. It can be used in residential, commercial and industrial cleaning applications and is incredibly efficient as well as easy to operate. The pure effectiveness of jetters has led many Orlando plumbing ...

Although there are a number of teeth whitening products available on the market today, when you are considering this procedure, it is best to consult with a dentist prior to trying any method. Some products can have an adverse effect on your teeth and gums depending on the condition of your mouth. The seasoned Tulsa cosmetic dentists at Perfect Smile suggest entrusting teeth whitening to knowledgeable and experienced dental experts. Stronger and more effective whitening agents are applied while sitting on a dentist's chair, plus dentists have the training and expertise ...

For the first time, Corcentric customers gathered together to share their experiences and ideas. The meeting took place at the AmeriQuest Symposium in Orlando, FL, where Corcentric customers joined nearly 300 executives from around the country for two days of thought-provoking sessions covering topics including innovation, technology, generational strengths, cyber security, and the economy. "This year's Symposium was transformational for attendees, as it brought together a powerful lineup of visionaries to challenge and explore the most pressing topics facing business ...