The world's largest-ever conference on Lean Startup techniques is to take place on 3 December in San Francisco and be live-streamed to more than 300 locations in 140 countries across the globe, including Edinburgh and London. Presented by Eric Ries, founder of the lean movement, in partnership with lean software experts Neo (formerly known as New Context), the Lean Startup Conference 2012 is expected to sell out at more than 700 attendees in San Francisco, with more than 10,000 others expected to view the event remotely. 'Lean Startup' is a methodology to stop organisations ...

Inova Software is proud to announce it has once again been included in Deloitte's Technology Fast 50. This year, Inova has been ranked as the 50th fastest growing technology company in France. Enterprises are ranked according to their revenue growth rate over the last five years, from 2007 to 2011. "To be included in the Deloitte Technology Fast 50 means to have been a leader in France throughout the last 5 years, demonstrating exceptional qualities in today's fiercely competitive technology industry," stated Ariane Bucaille, Associate Manager of Technology ...

Relief 2.0, an organic movement of volunteers and organizations to promote efficient disaster response and sustainable disaster recovery will be running Relief 2.0 - Tohoku: Road to Recovery -- a photo and photography exhibit. Paintings, photos and handicrafts will be for sale at the show, and the proceeds empower the survivors to support themselves instead of relying on donations. This exhibit on December 8th, will feature photos by Robin Low, co-founder of Relief 2.0, art work by Miller Ramirez and Isao Hasagawa, survivor of the Japan Tsunami. Photos are taken 10 days ...

Westfield Old Orchard Hosts Magical Moments Decor Preview Event and Tree Lighting Ceremony, December 1 In mid-November Westfield Old Orchard underwent its biggest holiday transformation yet, called Magical Moments. Oversized ornaments and 3 larger-than-life trees were setup throughout the shopping center to embrace the holiday spirit. The largest tree measures a towering 36 feet featuring a walk-through component including a touch screen interactive ornament, a wall of silver mirrored spheres, family photo booth and a light show display which runs every 30 minutes. To ...

Today the new Chairman of PryMarke, LLC, Bryan Christiansen, announced the appointment of Dr. Salih Yildiz as the new Chief Executive Officer of the Michigan-based firm. Dr. Yildiz is an Assistant Professor of Marketing in the Department of Economics and Administrative Sciences at Gumushane University in Turkey who replaces Christiansen immediately. A specialist in marketing and production management, Dr. Yildiz graduated from Karadeniz Technical University in Trabzon, Turkey in 2011 and teaches a variety of subjects at Gumushane University such as Electronic Marketing ...

Currently, 75% of Appliances Online's electric and dual fuel cookers have an A/B rating or above on the EU's energy efficiency scale which rates from A to G, with A being the highest. The UK's largest internet white goods specialists are firm advocates of environmentally friendly products and will also recycle your old white goods when they deliver your new appliance. A cooker is one of the most used items in the home, especially if you have a family. It is important to take note of your appliance's efficiency rating to ensure you're not paying more than you should ...

The RAF Rugby Union unveiled a brand-new Canterbury rugby jersey at Twickenham on Saturday, prior to England's QBE International test match against South Africa, to mark the start of a four year partnership between the world's leading rugby brand and the Royal Air Force Rugby Union. As England prepared to host the Springboks, the RAF Rugby Union, made up of serving RAF members, modeled the new strip outside the home of English rugby. The new jersey keeps the traditional RAF cronulla blue with traces of maroon that has long been associated with the RAF Rugby Union. ...

Leading Brighton-based digital marketing agency SiteVisibility has completed a two-year Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) with the University of Brighton. This collaboration allowed the partnership to provide scalable, robust business systems and introduce internationally recognised quality standards within the company. This has significantly improved SiteVisibility's position in bidding for major contracts with multi-national customers. KTP is a leading knowledge transfer programme, designed for universities, colleges and research organisations to bring their experience ...

Lou Zant President of Nexboom Universe http://www.nexboom.com/ a wholly owned subsidiary of Nexboom Universe Group http://www.nexboomuniverse.vg/, announced today that the current arrangement with My Day 1, http://www.myday1.com/ is progressing well. The NexBoom campaign presents to the general public the tremendous opportunities offered by My Day 1 to help people to not only save money with the innovative products offered by My Day 1, but also to give to the charity of choice for each participant. The My Day 1 campaigns will assist multiple charities in meeting their fund ...

New patients can now receive expedited visits at Encino Cosmetic Dental Group with the introduction of new patient forms available online for easy download. Dr. Matt Zarinnia, Encino Invisalign dentist, has provided these online forms in order to further provide patients with more one-on-one time once in the office. Patients can visit the website for Encino Cosmetic Dental Group by visiting http://www.encinocosmetic.com. By accessing the website, patients can visit the "New Patients" tab from the homepage where they will gain instant access to the new patient ...

Patients and their families are invited to contact Claremont Buffalo Grove, a Buffalo Grove rehabilitation and transitional care center, for a tour of the facilities. By scheduling a tour, patients and their families can experience the benefits offered to help their loved ones transition back into their normal routines without complications. "We understand that it is important to view the facilities before committing to treatment. Through our tours we hope to showcase the numerous opportunities available to our guests to help them easily transition back to their ...

When a person needs that extra transition between the hospital and a nursing home in Hoffman Estates, and home, Claremont Hanover Park is available as a way to help regain maximum independence and functioning. We help our patients be able to safely, comfortably, and happily get their life back. Claremont Hanover Park offers exceptional care to the communities of Hoffman Estates, Hanover Park, Elk Grove and Schaumburg. "Our facilities offer our guests the best possible services so that they can get back into their normal routine without difficulties. Our physicians, ...

Newbridge Spine & Pain Center, a leading Southern Maryland medical practice dedicated exclusively to pain management, recently celebrated its spacious new state-of-the-art medical center at 3581 Old Washington Road with a ribbon cutting ceremony and open house celebration. The November 15th ceremony was attended by Waldorf area government officials, Chamber of Commerce representatives, health care providers and local business associates as well as Newbridge providers, medical staff and administrative team members. Special guests County Commissioner Debra M. ...

Stevens Johnson Syndrome connected to Dilantin and Zithromax Most medications provide those who properly follow prescription directions with an opportunity to stave off an illness, combat cancer or reduce the risk of heart disease. However, there are times when these same drugs can lead to injuries -- even when the patient meticulously follows prescription directions. Unfortunately, that's exactly what happened to Brianna Maya when she was only three years old. The young girl was given alternating doses of Children's Motrin and Children's Tylenol as instructed by ...

US Supreme Court to review Maryland's DNA Collection Act Maryland's DNA Collection Act permits law enforcement to collect genetic material from those arrested for a crime, even if they have not yet been convicted of that crime. The law does provide some limitations. The state can only collect DNA samples from individuals charged with a violent crime, such as sexual assault or murder. The DNA samples are stored in a database and are used to link the suspects to other unsolved crimes. The constitutionality of the DNA Collection Act is being investigated by the United ...

NHTSA Devises New Strategy to Curb Speeding Nearly every driver speeds from time to time. For some, driving 10 or 15 mph over the posted speed limit is simply standard practice. The prevalence of speeding is one of the biggest threats to highway safety, both in New York and across the United States. Every year, speeding-related accidents claim more than 13,000 lives. Speeding is involved in one-third of all fatal accidents and is the third leading cause of traffic accidents overall. Regulators and safety experts have long been looking for ways to encourage drivers ...

Marketing Your Franchise on Pinterest Social media is a great way for franchisors and franchisees to define their brands and draw customers to their businesses. However, keeping up with changing trends can seem like a daunting task. With all the different social media options available, many businesses just don't know where to start. Pinterest is one of the most recent entrants into the social media game. Unlike Facebook or Twitter, which rely on text-based "status updates," Pinterest allows users to "pin" pictures or videos to "pinboards" ...

Many of us probably understand that a drunk driving conviction carries with it penalties like fines, loss of a driver's license, community service or even jail time. But many people many not quite realize the indirect consequences that stem from a DUI conviction--both short term and long. After completing all requisite requirements under the law, individuals typically wipe themselves clean of their DUI conviction. Citing poor judgment or human error, and realizing their mistake, many simply want to move on. However, they later realize their DUI conviction is still affecting ...

One of the most common questions we hear from veterans is: How long will the VA claims appeals process take? The answer depends on several factors, but the bottom line is that a good argument right away increases the likelihood of success at the earliest possible moment in the appeals process. When veterans initially apply for veterans disability benefits, they are often surprised by the lengthy wait before their applications are approved. Many have their applications denied, for confusing reasons. Veterans Affairs offices across the country have long wait times before ...

Recently, a former "The Price Is Right" model sued for pregnancy discrimination. The California court awarded her $7.7 million in punitive damages. She had previously been awarded $777,000 in actual damages due to the discrimination. The woman alleged that the show's producers were angry to hear of her pregnancy and ignored her when she tried to return to work after giving birth. Luckily, California recognizes pregnancy discrimination. Florida women who are victims of pregnancy discrimination may have a more difficult time. In Florida, courts weigh the issues ...

In today's tech age, you can scarcely find a business that doesn't have some type of online presence. In fact, many "stores" are almost exclusively found online - such as Amazon.com. Consequently, many traditional "brick and mortar" stores are finding themselves on the losing end of a battle between themselves and their online counterparts, given that online stores have much lower overhead costs. In an effort to take part in this technological revolution, business owners routinely register new domain names in order to protect their spot on the internet. ...

Doctors and other medical professionals have spent years learning about the various injuries and illnesses that may be affecting their patients. When a patient comes into a clinic or hospital, the doctor will have a discussion to find out some of the symptoms that are present. Using this information, the doctor may order tests to determine the condition or conditions that are causing the problems. However, this process relies upon the doctor or physician to use his or her training to understand what may be wrong with the patient. This can take time and can be expensive, ...

A recent string of pedestrian accidents on the Louisiana State University campus in Baton Rouge has many students concerned. Three accidents involving student pedestrians occurred during a two-week period. In each of the accidents, the pedestrian had the right of way. In the first accident, a 21-year-old student was relaxing in the grass on the campus quad when a maintenance truck drove past and rolled over the student's upper body. The student suffered facial injuries. Another accident occurred just six days later. This one involved a 25-year-old student who was ...

A recent ruling by the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals redefines the circumstances under which victims of child pornography may be awarded restitution. The ruling may change the outcomes of pending civil action against those convicted of viewing child pornography, though the decision will likely be appealed and challenged in the Supreme Court. Current federal child pornography statutes Federal statute 2259 allows victims of child pornography to collect restitution for the "full amount" of the losses they suffer as a result of their abuses, including medical ...

Motor vehicle accident rates in California fluctuate for many reasons. For instance, car accident rates tend to rise at certain times of the year due to traffic volume, increases in drunk driving or weather-related factors. On a recent year-to-year basis, car and truck accident rates have been affected both by increased use of cell phones and texting devices, as well as state laws that prohibit certain types of distracted driving behavior. A recent rise in the number of motorcycle fatalities in California has been attributed to other factors. Increased popularity of ...