When Dean Cline decided to embark on a complete re-branding of Hickory-based Cline Associates after 20 years in business, he described the company as "a small company with limited knowledge of marketing." This is a position many local businesses find themselves in: highly skilled in their area of expertise, but uncertain of how to market that expertise to the public. Rather than relying on trial and error, Cline decided to call in an expert. "We needed to update everything from logo and business cards to the design of the website," says Woody ...

The National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA) has partnered with Screening for Mental Health, Inc. (SMH) to launch http://www.MyBodyScreening.org, a website where people can take a free, anonymous self-assessment to gauge their risk of an eating disorder. The anonymous SMH online screening takes only a few minutes and consists of a series of questions developed by treatment professionals in the eating disorders field, which are designed to indicate whether clinical help is needed. The availability of such a "low pressure" first-step towards recovery is ...

Oshyn Inc., (www.oshyn.com) an Enterprise Technology Agency with a reputation for delivering innovative business solutions and products for the web, mobile devices and emerging technology platforms, is releasing a Web Content Management Guide for Project Managers and Project Leaders. "This guide draws on our years of WCM implementation experience," said Christian Burne, Oshyn Director of Services. "We know the ins and outs of implementations, what areas usually get overlooked, and what areas need more attention. We've put them all in this guide to make ...

ISSC-Kanson Electronics, Inc. has engineered the sensor assembly at the heart of Extra Sensory Technologies' "Sight Globe," a device blind individuals can add to their white canes to expand their awareness of their surroundings. A device the size of a tennis ball, the "Sight Globe" attaches to the end of a white cane. When activated, two ISSC-Kanson proximity sensors within monitor for obstacles several feet in front of the user. When an obstacle is detected, a motor vibrates to alert the user when to anticipate something in his or her path. "ISSC-Kanson ...

Chasse Consulting: Sales Strategies, Inc., a leading provider of sales performance and translation consulting services, is pleased to announce that Rochelle Carlin has been promoted to the position of Vice President of Operations effective immediately. In her new role, Carlin is responsible for managing costs, resource allocation and customer satisfaction for the entire company. Since joining Chasse Consulting, Carlin has served as the company's Director of Translation Services where she has managed translation and localization services for the company's roster of Fortune ...

Capriotti's Sandwich Shop's Vice President, CIO and CMO Jason Smylie received his Certified Franchise Executive designation today by the Institute of Certified Franchise Executives. Upon completing a comprehensive course of study in franchising offered by the institute, Smylie was honored at The International Franchise Association's annual conference in Capriotti's headquartered Las Vegas. Jason Smylie became the Executive Vice President, Chief Information Officer and Chief Marketing Officer of Capriotti's in 2008. His association with the award-winning sub shop began ...

United Way of the Greater Triangle (http://www.unitedwaytriangle.org), a nonprofit organization that works to improve lives by mobilizing local partner agencies, nonprofits, government volunteers and experts in Durham, Johnston, Orange and Wake counties, has announced that Kevin Trapani, president and CEO of The Redwoods Group, has been named vice chair of the organization's board of directors. In his new position, Trapani will assist the board's director, J. R. Shearin of Deloitte, in leading United Way of the Greater Triangle's board of directors in developing and expanding ...

The Special Event Company (http://www.specialeventco.com), a strategic event and meeting management company, has announced that the firm's CEO, Sally Webb, CSEP, has received high honors from both the special event industry's The Steve Kemble Leadership Foundation and Enterprising Women magazine. These awards are the latest in a history of notable honors for both Webb and The Special Event Company. The Steve Kemble Leadership Award was presented to Webb during The Masters' Brunch at The Special Event Show, the premier conference for event planning and management professionals, ...

The River North Business Association holds its annual meeting Wednesday, February 27 at Rockit Bar & Grill, 22 W. Hubbard Ave. The meeting includes the election of new board directors as well as the announcement of RNBA's River North's Best annual award winners. The program begins with registration at 5:30 p.m. and concludes with a celebration reception beginning at 7:15 p.m. Guests are invited to enjoy Rockit Bar & Grill's hospitality and a motivational presentation by RNBA member Jonny Imerman of Imerman's Angels. The cost for registration is $35 for members ...

Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality (http://www.rockytophospitality.com/), has announced that Roy Durham, head line cook for Rocky Top Hospitality, has been named as the 2013 Restaurant Employee of the Year by the North Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (NCRLA). Durham was presented with the award at the NCRLA Taste of North Carolina event, which was held on Feb. 18 at The Carolina Inn in Chapel Hill. NCRLA, a trade association that advocates for North Carolina's hospitality industry, gave numerous industry awards including Restaurateur of the Year, Lodging ...

Homeowners and business property owners and managers in Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, and Fountain Hills, Arizona, can now safeguard themselves and their property against unhealthy toxic mold and other environmental infestations with the thorough and complete inspection procedures utilized by environmental and industrial hygienists Phillip and Divine Fry. "Because mold growth is often hidden inside heating and air conditioning equipment and ducts, attics, crawl spaces, walls, and ceilings, useful and valid building inspection requires a careful physical examination ...

Argoz, a San Francisco based premium argyle sock brand, debuts two new collections- Luxe and Primo, at POOLTRADESHOW in Las Vegas this week. "Our socks are designed for men and women who are unafraid to stand out," said Dan Soha, CEO and founder of Argoz. "Our new Luxe and Primo collections round out our assortment of Classics and by incorporating luxury fibers, unique patterns and fresh color combinations." Luxe is made with premium combed cotton and washed with silicone for an extra plush feel. Each pair features Argoz's signature embroidered ...

Robert Weiss, artistic director and CEO of Carolina Ballet (http://www.carolinaballet.com), has announced that Tracy Hudson has been promoted to the professional ballet company's marketing coordinator. In her new role, Hudson will manage advertising relationships, coordinate sponsorships and ticket requests, develop a marketing budget, and select and order merchandising inventory for The Nutcracker boutique. Prior to assuming her new position, Hudson spent five years as assistant box office manager for Carolina Ballet. She received her bachelor's degree in international ...

SfL+a Architects (http://www.sfla.biz) has announced that Jamie Forbes has joined the firm as a graphic designer. In this position, Forbes will oversee the design of project proposals and the company's interview materials and web design, as well as assist with the firm's marketing endeavors. Prior to joining SfL+a Architects, Forbes served as a graphic designer for Patsy Aiken Designs, a local children's clothing company in Raleigh. She graduated from Indiana University in Bloomington with a bachelor's degree in English, a bachelor's degree in anthropology and a minor ...

Acclaimed Australian timeshare resort and club management company Classic Holidays will be celebrating a major milestone in March as the company marks its 35th anniversary of providing quality holidays to the Australian public. Founded in 1978 by George Tawaf, who started in the industry as the Resident Manager of Beach House Seaside Resort, Classic Holidays began marketing timeshare memberships in 1991 and is now responsible for over 650 employees looking after over 45,000 club members in Australia and New Zealand. The award-winning company was recognized in 2012 as ...

Plano based Wyndham Jademarksits 30th year in business this year, further solidifying its reputation as a market leader in providing convention services, meetings and incentive program planning and businesstravelfulfillment. "Our business philosophy has long been to put our customers and their needs first - to provide them with the best, most up-to-date technology andservice solutions possible, so that their meetings, events and travel needs are seamless," said Sue Trizila, Wyndham Jade'spresident and CEO. "We are thankful and proudto be where we are, ...

Positivity has emerged from the Spanish press with regards to the long-awaited opening of Murcia's Corvera Airport. The Region's Culture and Tourism Minister this week insisted that "everything is going well" and local estate agent Mercers remains hopeful of a spring-summer opening. Spain's third largest general interest newspaper bore the headline "An Airport on the Runway" following reassurance by Murcia's Director General of Transport and Ports, Antonio Sanchez-Solis, that the validation procedures from the Spanish Aviation Safety Agency (AESA) ...

Dr. Kellee Stanton of Eagan took the helm as president of the Minnesota Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (MACD) on January 21, 2013. Dr. Stanton is an active member of the MACD and has been involved in the organization since 2007 and has been a board member since 2009. The MACD is an affiliate of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD) and the mission of the MACD is to promote excellence in the art and science of cosmetic dentistry. The MACD currently has 55 members who come together to fulfill the academy's mission through comprehensive and ongoing educational events, ...

Canadian Indie author Rusty Blackwood has released a new video in anticipation of the release of 'Passions In Paris: Revelations Of A Lost Diary'. The new romantic fiction book has been compared to Bram Stoker's 'Dracula' and 'What Dreams May Come', as the love story spans lifetimes. "The new novel," stated Ms. Blackwood, " is a dream come true. I have been fortunate to have been given another opportunity to accomplish what I had originally set out to do, namely write this heartfelt story in one novel, as opposed to two. I feel readers will experience ...

Like all business owners, e2/ECTA President & CEO Paul Udowychenko understands how critical it is to see significant return on business investments and that timing is everything. That is why he is strongly urging New Jersey business owners to consider the benefits of solar while conditions are in place for a full return on investment in about one year with 100% savings on the electric generated by solar going forward. Udowychenko's New Jersey-based company e2/ECTA is one of the leading solar energy installation companies on the East Coast. Having done business throughout ...

Atlantic Tire & Service, a locally owned automotive repair center with three locations in the Triangle, is pleased to announce the hiring of two additional service advisors, Mark Wessel and Bruce Chase, who will be serving the Cary and RTP locations, respectively. Both Wessel and Chase will be responsible for handling customer service needs and advising customers on recommended services when appropriate. Wessell's 16 years of automotive service management experience, coupled with his ASE certification, have prepared him for joining Atlantic Tire and continuing to ...

Amphenol Industrial Global Operations, a global leader in interconnect systems, has incorporated Tigo Energy's PV optimizer technology into a new junction box, increasing power efficiency and eliminating the need for add-on products. The HBFMMJ-ES50, also known as the Tigo-Amphenol Optimizer, is the first in its class to receive CSA certification for integrated Smart Module technology. Amphenol's new junction box incorporates Tigo Energy's optimizer directly onto the solar panel module fulfilling the growing demand for lower part count and easier installation of solar ...

Plenty of New Year's resolutions are made each year when the ball drops. One of the most popular found by site Lovestruck.com shows that there is a huge surge in people looking for love. With an upsurge of sign-ups and registrations between the end of 2012 in December through Valentine's Day in February, Lovestruck has prepared to cater to the masses looking for that significant other. Lovestrucks' focus is on being able to connect busy people with one another in their immediate areas, whether it's work or home. The idea is to be able to meet someone for a half an hour ...

Ohio Criminal Practice Rules 2013, Courtroom Quick Reference joins a growing lineup of legal reference materials for Ohio practitioners, including Ohio Court Rules Practice & Procedure, Ohio Court Rules Government of Bench & Bar and Ohio Felony Sentencing. This 2013 edition contains the Ohio Evidence and Ohio Criminal Procedure Rules, current through January 1, 2012, and the Federal Evidence Rules, restyled in December 2011, and Federal Criminal Procedure Rules, amended effective December 1, 2012. This publication is an invaluable tool for criminal attorneys in ...

The Washington, D.C. chapter of the Project Management Institute (PMI) (PMIWDC), has invited Dux Raymond Sy, managing partner of Innovative-e, Inc. to speak at a PMIWDC Washington Circle luncheon on February 27, 2013. The event is part of PMIWDC's ongoing series of free brownbag luncheons, held the fourth Wednesday of each month at 2101 L Street NW. Washington Circle luncheons are free and open to the public, but pre-registration is required. Dux Raymond Sy is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP), SharePoint Most Valuable Professional (MVP), and a managing ...