In support of regional entrepreneurship, Ben Franklin TechVentures hosted Lehigh Valley Startup Weekend on November 2-4, 2012. Startup Weekend is a 54-hour, hands-on experience where entrepreneurs and aspiring entrepreneurs gather and develop ideas to determine if start-up ideas are viable. The Lehigh Valley event, at which100 participants, coaches, and organizers spent their weekends, was organized and presented by Lehigh Valley Tech. Beginning with a pitch-fire session on Friday evening, attendees brought their business ideas and tried to inspire others to join their ...

Kristen Corrects offers competency, education and experience in professional editing/writing services. Always flexible and helpful in a way that only benefits clients, all of Kristen Corrects' clients have been -- and will continue to be -- thoroughly impressed by the company's friendliness, willingness to do the job and quality of work. Can other editors and writers offer you that guarantee? Kristen Corrects offers editing/writing services on many topics, including the following: - Editing/copyediting/proofreading/formatting any book manuscript, essay, website content, ...

H5, a leading provider of technology-assisted review and e-discovery services, has patented its process for "high recall and high precision relevancy searching." Granted by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office, patent number 8,296,309 covers aspects of H5's unique deterministic technology-assisted review. H5 has used the patented methods and systems to help some of the largest and most respected corporations and law firms accurately and cost-effectively address their e-discovery needs. The patent covers H5's method for generating and iteratively refining ...

Nanion's automated patch clamp platforms are known for their high cell compatibility, even for primary cells and stem cells. Nanion now introduces "Nanion Approved Cells", where commercially available cell lines from several providers have been evaluated and certified based on cell and platform performance. The approved cells can be directly purchased through Nanion, so that Nanion's customers get a complete package of APC platform and validated assay. A large number of cell lines from several providers, including Millipore and CreaCell have been validated ...

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 November 9th and 10th, 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 ...

Mindsharp, a SharePoint Education company, continues to connect with other technology companies with the introduction of the new Partner and Reseller program. 5th Method Consulting, headquartered in Rosewell, GA, is a business and IT consulting firm focused on collaboration, content, and process driven solutions built on the Microsoft platform. They offer real world implementation and technical expertise in the areas of SharePoint, FAST Search, K2, Metalogix, and KnowledgeLake. Mindsharp is excited to welcome 5th Method Consulting into the Partner Program. By engaging in ...

On Wednesday, November 14, 2012 at 6:30 PM authors Charles G. Irion and Ronald J. Watkins will be greeting fans of their Summit Murder Mystery series at Barnes & Noble at the 101 and Shea in Scottsdale, Arizona. The signing will include a meet and greet with the authors, a chance to ask your burning questions about the Summit Murder Mystery series, and for fans to get their books signed! The Summit Murder Mystery series was inspired by the 1987 Everest attempt by co-author Charles G. Irion and later his 2011 Kilimanjaro climb. Each is an exciting murder mystery ...

3-GIS broadens access to GIS for telecommunication companies with market driven software incorporating Esri's ArcGIS platform. 3-GIS will be exhibiting and demonstrating the 3-GIS Express Solution, which provides telecommunication users advanced toolsets allowing them to visualize fiber availability and signal paths as well as model fiber networks of various technologies. The Express Solution consists of Network Express, the 3-GIS web based solution and Field Express, the 3-GIS configurable mobile solution. Visit booth 215 to see the new telecommunication solutions as 3-GIS ...

In the wake of Hurricane Sandy, thousands have been left homeless and more are still assessing the damage to their communities in New Jersey, New York, and Connecticut. Even those who escaped storm damage are facing power outages, lack of water, and isolation due to storm debris. "Here at Money Mailer, our franchise partners in these states are also struggling to recover on personal and business levels as they begin to help their clients restore a bit of normalcy to their businesses," said Gary Mulloy, CEO of Money Mailer. "There are some very brave people ...

Market-leading patient engagement service, Solutionreach, gives the traditional patient testimonial a much-needed upgrade with SR Video for the eye care industry. The in-office video testimonial system provides practices with a more convenient, relevant, and effective means for receiving and sharing patient feedback and increasing practice revenue. For decades, optometry practices have relied on word-of-mouth as one of the most effective tactics for acquiring new patients and building practice credibility. While an implementation of a patient survey system—like Solutionreach ...

Dial An Exchange (DAE), the world's largest privately owned timeshare exchange provider, has been selected as the exchange services provider by Leisure Logistics for its customer loyalty product, Leisure Points. DAE will support the exchange platform for Leisure Points, offering worldwide inventory to timeshare owners seeking other options for using their weeks. "For those business clients that are able to offer an alternative or additional exchange solution, this is a perfect match for our suite of products," states Catherine O'Leary, President of Leisure ...

Cryogenic Institute of New England, Inc., a leading provider of Cryogenic Services such as cryogenic deflashing & deburring, cryogenic treatment, thermal cycling and dry ice blast cleaning, has received its registration from National Quality Assurance, U.S.A., after assessment of the company's quality system and found it to be in compliance with ISO 9001:2008. ISO 9001 is a quality assurance model made up of 20 sets of quality system requirements. This model applies to organizations that design, develop, produce, install, and service products. The ISO standard expects ...

"No one wants to be single over the holidays," says Rich Gosse, Keynote Speaker at the Holiday Singles Convention, Saturday, December 8, 2012, at Silo's at the historic Napa Inn, 530 Main Street, Napa CA 94559. His topic is "All I Want for Christmas...Is a Loving Partner." "The holidays are the BEST time to search for a romantic partner," says Mr. Gosse. "Singles are much friendlier and open to new friendships during this time of the year. Rather than wait for Santa to bring a loving partner, singles should follow three rules during ...

The company provides bearings for various types of machines used to process and package food. Emerson Bearing food service clients include companies manufacturing and packaging items such as donuts, muffins and pasta. Packaging and food processing are usually fully automated and often take place under extreme operating conditions. This requires low maintenance, special hygiene requirements and operational reliability. Emerson Bearing's knowledgeable team assists clients in determining which bearing technologies would be most suitable by taking into consideration the ...

NJVC , an information technology (IT) solutions provider headquartered in northern Virginia, is pleased to announce that Kevin L. Jackson, vice president and general manager, cloud services, launched his second book, GovCloud II: Implementation and Cloud Brokerage Services—published by Government Training, Inc.This handbook, geared to IT professionals and senior decision makers in both the public and private sectors, explains how the cloud computing economic model can provide enhanced mission or business capabilities without commensurate increases in resource expenditures. "Too ...

The BetaZone site will offer the internet community a look at how the next generation of online social communities will function and allow them to experience the first significant evolution in message board software in many years. By visiting http://www.proboards.com/betazone, guests can create a brand new test forum or launch a copy of their existing ProBoards forum. With this milestone in forum software development, social networking enthusiasts should be thrilled by the fusion of a highly interactive Web 2.0 environment with all the functionality of a traditional, ...

Two attorneys of the law firm Icard, Merrill, Cullis, Timm, Furen & Ginsburg P.A. have accepted leadership positions with the Sarasota County Bar Association. Alyssa M. Nohren, who recently accepted the presidency of the Sarasota County Bar Association, joined Icard Merrill in 2006 and practices real estate law, concentrating her practice in residential and commercial real estate transactions, mobile home law, and real estate litigation. In addition to her involvement with the Bar Association, Ms. Nohren is a member of the Massachusetts Bar Association, Florida ...

Peacock Keller, a full-service law firm headquartered in Washington, Pa., expands its civil litigation group with the addition of a new associate, Eric D. Harbison. Mr. Harbison will concentrate his practice on coal, oil, gas, shale gas, mineral and energy law. "We are thrilled to have Mr. Harbison join the ranks of our attorneys - adding to the depth and breadth of our litigation group," said Peacock Keller Managing Partner Douglas R. Nolin. "Mr. Harbison's collective experience with agencies throughout Southwestern Pennsylvania aligns with and enhances ...

Emergencies are nothing new for fleet managers. In their line of work, they are routinely counted upon to keep businesses and municipalities moving during periods of snow storms, hurricanes, earthquakes, floods, and any other type of natural disaster. NAFA Fleet Management Association, a not-for-profit association of fleet managers throughout the United States and Canada, saw the effects of Hurricane Sandy up close and personal from the Association's home office in Princeton, NJ. Not only was the office forced to be closed for several days after the storm, but many of the ...

Topping the bill was Dr. Richard Kirk, Consultant Paediatric Cardiologist and Transplant Physician at the Freeman Hospital in Newcastle, who received a special commendation to rapturous applause. Every year the CIPR North East Committee awards the title of Communicator of the Year to someone outside the industry that's gone above and beyond their day job to represent the region in some way. Acknowledging his award, Dr. Kirk said "I am delighted and honoured to receive this award from the Chartered Institute of Public Relations. As a team the Trust has worked ...

Spencer Fane Britt & Browne LLP is pleased to announce the addition of Megan Meadows as an Associate in the Labor and Employment and Litigation groups. Meadows brings to the firm her experience in handling a diverse case load, including complex commercial disputes, employment law,, insurance coverage, and personal injury litigation. She has represented employers before administrative agencies and in court against charges of discrimination, harassment and retaliation. "We are excited to have Megan join us and know that her experience and talent will be an asset ...

Recognized in September 2012 for its quality and superior service, the Residence Inn Portland Downtown/Waterfront hotel has received an honorable Truest North Cup award. The accolade was presented during this year's annual general manager conference, where over 31 general managers from around the country came to the Downtown Portland property to meet. Additionally, the all-suite hotel received awards for Sales Key Driver, GSS Maintenance, Top Financial Performer and Top HR Performer. Learn more about this waterfront lodging online at http://www.residenceinndowntownportland.com ...

Wine Country Stores (www.winecountrystores.com), a successful liquor store chain in New Jersey, is beginning a new weekly promotion called Fast Break. Each week, valued customers will be given an opportunity to get exclusive sale offers on popular items. The Fast Break promotion is a way for the liquor store chain to thank its online supporters, which includes email subscribers, and Facebook and Twitter followers. The sale affords consumers a 36 hour window to reserve the items at the listed price for pick-up. "Wine Country Stores is so thankful for each and ...

Tax Defense Network Charity Supports Moffitt Cancer Center for Skin Cancer Awareness August is Skin Cancer Awareness Month and a perfect time to contribute towards helping cancer patients. Tax Defense Network charity raised funds to donate to Moffitt Cancer Center to help them further their research and health care. The decision to choose Moffitt Cancer Center was partly made because of the excellent work done by the hospital in treating melanoma and other skin cancers, and also because of a personal story connecting us and the hospital. One of the co-workers within ...

Luke Smith the fitness expert at Commercial Treadmills announces the release of an article titled, "Differences Between Gym Treadmills & Home Treadmills". Smith, knows that a lot of treadmill buyers compare the treadmill they are buying for their home with the ones they use at their local gym's and this shouldn't be the case. Smith says, "If you are looking to buy the same treadmill you use in the gym you would be spending well over $2,000 and most people can't spend that much on a treadmill." You can view this article in it's entirety at: http://www.commercialtreadmills.net/gym-treadmills-home-treadmills/ "Before ...