JS Crockett Consulting uses its expertise from over 16 years experience in refining their basic nonprofit start up service to develop 14 videos and forms for download. Although the videos are focused around the State of California, people filing out of state may use the videos that specifically deal with the IRS form 1023. The videos cover organizational name research, developing a mission statement, constructing Articles of Incorporation, developing Bylaws, creating a board of directors, and completing the forms step-by-step. The videos also showcase tips on ...

As the world goes toward off-shore and overseas mass production, more and more Americans seek out USA-made and original, hand-crafted items to spend their hard-earned money on. Etsy has filled a niche with that and a new shop has launched in Etsy, Art Love by Karen, for hand-made original accessories, art and fashion. Art Love by Karen is run by K. Rishay who has provided high quality contemporary art for the last decade to buyers worldwide. As an artisan on Etsy, she has included hot fashion accessory items like "scarflaces" and hand-painted bracelets and ...

IOMIC USA, manufacturer of innovative, revolutionary and dynamically designed grips, announced today that three players used an IOMIC Grip to clinch a Top-10 finish at the ISPS Handa Women's Australian Open. "Three Top-10 finishes on such a spectacular stage like the Australian Open is remarkable. In addition, our grip count within the field was one of our best events to date. The players really like the traction and low torque of our grips as well as the bright and bold colors," stated Katz Murai, Overseas Division of IOMIC. One of the youngest players ...

Dial An Exchange (DAE), the world's largest privately-owned timeshare exchange company, has expanded its membership program in an effort to create more value for timeshare owners looking to enhance the usage of their product. The company has expanded the International Rental options to its program in addition to offering additional bonus week selections and heavily discounted travel options as part of its Gold Advantage Program. This effort is intended to show timeshare owners how they can get the best use out of their product according to DAE Chief Executive Officer ...

Front Row Solutions (FRS), a customer relationship management (CRM) system built around the needs of sales representatives and sales managers, has released the newest version of its Front Row Sales Pro Application for iOS, Android, and Blackberry devices. The app combines the fastest, easiest mobile reporting tool available with real-time, robust information for sales managers. Sales Pro allows sales reps to spend less time on administrative tasks, gives them productivity tools and customer insights on the go, and frees them up to do what they do best - sell! Front Row ...

Legacy Design Build Remodeling is pleased to announce that our team has just received three 2013 regional Contractor of the Year (CotY) awards from the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI). Each year, NARI bestows regional Achievement Awards to recognize outstanding design by remodeling firms throughout the United States. The Achievement Awards honor contractors who have demonstrated outstanding work and enhanced the remodeling industry through their remodeling projects. This year, Legacy was honored for outstanding design in the following three categories ...

The Family Law firm of McCurley Orsinger McCurley Nelson & Downing, L.L.P., is proud to announce the addition of Eileen Costello as an associate in the firm's Dallas office. "We are pleased to have Eileen join our firm," says Mike McCurley, a name partner in the firm. "She brings a unique perspective and energy that will benefit the firm and our clients." Ms. Costello's practice focuses on all areas of Family Law, including representing clients in cases involving divorce, custody issues, spousal support and equitable property division. Prior ...

Sonorous Entertainment Inc.— will kick off the first of six CD's that will complete Sonorous Entertainment's Platinum Gospel Series for 2013 with the February 26th release of "Great Gospel Quartets". "Great Gospel Quartets" contains the likes of such legendary acts as the Angelics, Swan Silvertones, Highway Q.C.'s the Four Kings of Harmony and more. The 12 track CD includes some of the all time sought after Gospel favorites Crying in the Chapel, Bye'n'Bye, What Could I Do and the renowned Amazing Grace. Each track has been carefully re-mastered from ...

Spencer Fane Britt & Browne LLP is pleased to announce that Kathleen M. "Kate" Whitby, an Attorney of Counsel in the firm's St. Louis office, has been named a 2013 Top Rated Lawyer in Environmental Law by LexisNexis Martindale-Hubbell and American Lawyer Media. Ms. Whitby concentrates her practice in environmental law, real estate, dispute resolution and complex litigation. She has more than twenty five years of experience focused primarily on problem-solving for environmental regulation, contamination and cleanup projects, and works as a third-party neutral ...

As part of the SRCW Inc. team, Mr. Levy will play a key role in executing the company's national growth strategy. He will have primary responsibility for sourcing and screening investment opportunities, securing property acquisitions, presenting investment opportunities to the company and managing the acquisition process. "We are very pleased to welcome Jeff to SRCW Inc." said Kathy Vercher, President and COO. "An outstanding industry professional with more than 20 years of experience, Jeff complements our existing team and furthers our goal to grow our ...

NSW Deputy Premier and Minister for Trade and Investment, Andrew Stoner, has today announced German electronic music pioneers Kraftwerk as headline act for the Vivid LIVE program at Sydney Opera House during Vivid Sydney 2013. "Vivid Sydney continues to attract the world's most outstanding talent, with German legends Kraftwerk set to perform at the Sydney Opera House fresh on the back of performances at the MoMA in New York and TATE Modern in London," Mr Stoner said. "Kraftwerk will present their acclaimed retrospective series in eight unique performances ...

Smart Tweezers LCR-meter and electronics tester from Siborg Systems has become a leading tool in testing and troubleshooting surface mount technology. Easily used with just one hand, the device has revolutionized LCR-meters, and is now available in over 27 countries on 5 continents. Following the worldwide growth, Siborg Systems has launched new websites each catering to users in specific regions, as well as the Smart Tweezers Blog featuring all the latest news. A calibration facility established in Poland with help from Bokar International and Production Solutions offers ...

Royal Oaks Homes, LLC (http://www.royaloakshomes.com), an award-winning residential new homebuilder, has announced that for the fourth time in five projects, it will serve as the lead builder for Operation: Coming Home, a nonprofit organization providing custom-built homes to disabled combat veterans and their families. A record crowd of invited guests and media attended the groundbreaking ceremony for the fifth Hero Home, held on Feb. 14 in Royal Oaks' Forest Springs development in Holly Springs, N.C. The recipient of the home is U.S. Army Cpl. Cody Stanton, a Purple Heart ...

It is not only the general populace that is required to pay taxes, but celebrities and the super-rich are also not immune to the demands of the IRS. Many celebrities end up with millions of dollars in tax debt due to various reasons. The equation is simple: the higher the income, the higher the tax liability. Avoiding trouble with the IRS is a priority for those who find themselves making more money. They need to keep an accurate record of income received from any and every source. They can consider tax breaks that are available to them to save on taxes, without having ...

Registration is open for the upcoming Leader to Leader event, scheduled for March 7, from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Goodman Community Center in Madison. The online registration site is: http://leadertoleader2013.eventbrite.com/ Leader to Leader is an inspiring, thought provoking and well-attended event that gives area marketing, advertising and communications leaders the opportunity to talk with one another about trends and opportunities in a constantly changing world. Leader to Leader events are scheduled regularly throughout the year. "I hope people will ...

Fairfield Harbour (www.fhpoa.com), a residential boating and golf community located 15 minutes from historic New Bern, has released a podcast that provides an in-depth look into the recent growth, community service and enhancements that have taken place within the community under the leadership of Mystre' Van Horn, on-site community manager. Van Horn was recently named of the top 10 on-site community managers in the United States by The Council of Community Association Professionals (CCAP). In the podcast, she discusses the Fairfield Harbour's local involvements throughout ...

MNS Media Plus Model/Celebrity Fitness Instructor Charity Lynette, owner of Curvy Chick Fitness appears in seven pages of Full Blossom Magazine and four pages of Skorch Magazine in the Jan-Feb 2013 Issue. Full Blossom and Skorch Magazine is an industry leader amongst mainstream plus size magazines marketed primarily to Plus Size Women. With a combined viewership of over 1.5 million readers, MNS Media Group is honored to have been involved in the growth of this model and is thrilled to have Charity Lynette gracing the pages of such major magazines. These Magazines has ...

The Institute for Economic Empowerment of Women (IEEW) (http://ieew.org), a nonprofit organization that encourages the empowerment of women through education and mentorship, has announced that founder and CEO Dr. Terry Neese was named one of the Most Admired CEOs in Oklahoma in The Journal Record's fourth annual event, held at the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum on Feb. 12. Each year, The Journal Record's special recognition program honors the talented business and nonprofit leaders throughout the state of Oklahoma. These leaders work diligently to serve their ...

My Retirement Education Center, a Raleigh-based organization providing an unbiased resource for personalized retirement information in a pressure-free environment, is now offering its Social Security Optimization class online to help individuals better understand their options and how to maximize their benefits. The addition includes both live interactive classes and pre-recorded on-demand classes to suit people's varying preferences and schedules. My Retirement Education Center was started in early 2012 and already offers in-person Social Security Optimization classes ...

Delaware-based educational toy and game manufacturer McNeill Designs for Brighter Minds recently announced that the firm has signed a representation agreement with Learningspheres (Thailand) Co Ltd. The agreement covers distribution for McNeill Designs' roster of award-winning, educational toys and games throughout Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, Burma, Malaysia and the Philippines, as well as with websites associated with Learningspheres. Learningspheres, established in 2011, is a young and dynamic organization that has woven its network with education clients all around ...

Dr. Mark Galland, a physician at Orthopaedic Specialists of North Carolina (www.orthonc.com), has announced the release of a podcast discussing prevention of common youth baseball injuries. In the podcast, Galland provides his expert opinion on some of the most common injuries associated with baseball: from little leaguer's elbow to torn labrums and everything in between, and gives advice to parents, coaches and athletes on safety techniques for injury prevention. Galland serves as the team physician and orthopaedic consultant to the Carolina Mudcats, the advanced A ...

SGS Germany has successfully received certification of its aerospace services according to the internationally recognized aerospace quality norm EN 9100:2009. Since the aviation and aerospace industry is a highly sensitive area requiring the utmost standards of quality, safety and reliability, a certified management system according to EN 9100 provides long-term customer satisfaction, efficient business processes and the ability to rapidly respond to changing market demands. Furthermore, EN 9100 certification is paramount for companies working in the areas of design, ...

On February 15, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce named Rapoport's Restaurant Group one of seven national finalists for the 2013 DREAM BIG Small Business of the Year Award, who were selected from the top 100 Blue Ribbon Award winners. Additionally, all Blue Ribbon finalists are eligible for the Community Excellence Award, designed to highlight a business that has found success in the eyes of its community, which will be decided through online public voting until February 22. Both award winners will be honored during America's Small Business Summit, April 29 - May 1, in Washington, ...

All Minnesota residential building contractors, remodelers and roofers must complete 14 hours of continued education during every two year licensing cycle, with at least one hour of energy code included in the education. The renewal cycle for all licensees has been split in half, meaning that half will renew March 31, 2013 and the other half March 31, 2014. Builders, Remodelers and Roofers can now complete their licensing continued education in the comfort of their own home. The Builders License Training Institute has two informative and easy to use online courses approved ...

Industrial and environmental hygienists Phillip and Divine Fry recommend new ozone gas treatment procedures to kill toxic mold growth, mold volatile organic compounds (VOCs), chemical VOCs, bacteria, and offensive odors. "The most effective and affordable way to get rid of many indoor pollutants and environmental problems is the use of newly-developed environmental technologies and equipment such as a high output ozone generator and an air scrubber that utilizes both an activated carbon filter (for trapping and removing VOCs) and a high efficiency particulate air ...