FosterThomas, Inc., has been honored with the 2012 Alfred P. Sloan Award for Excellence in Workplace Effectiveness and Flexibility for its use of flexibility as an effective workplace strategy to increase business and employee success. This prestigious award, part of the national When Work Works project administered by the Families and Work Institute and the Society for Human Resource Management, recognizes employers of all sizes and types in the Mid-Atlantic and across the country. "We are honored to receive this recognition for our workplace practices," ...

Central Florida prodigy Gitt Swift closes out the summer with another banging hit single and video "Money Dance." The single is the second release from his forthcoming King House Records mixtape History In The Making Vol. 2, due later this month. The song is produced by Stunna Baby (Plies/Big Gates Records) and the video is directed by Ondra Joel and videographer Justin Petrone of Status Industries. "I want to be the one to change the game," says Gitt Swift "and make it cool to make good positive music." And that is exactly what ...

The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences (http://www.thehamner.org) has announced that Dr. William Greenlee has been reappointed as president and CEO of the nonprofit research organization for a five-year term. Greenlee is the visionary leader behind the re-positioning of The Hamner as a multi-disciplinary, integrated, translational research center that features globally recognized platforms in chemical and drug safety. He has led The Hamner and its predecessor, CIIT, as president and CEO since 1999. Under Greenlee's guidance, The Hamner has fostered and expanded public-private ...

Maxifier, the global leader in inventory revenue management technology, today announced a new alliance with brand intelligence and analytics company Moat. With increasing demands by marketers for metrics that move well beyond the standard click-through rate as a measure of campaign success, this relationship enables Maxifier's publisher clients to offer brand advertisers more relevant metrics around attention, engagement and in-view time. Maxifier will create a "Moat" tab within its ADMAX platform, enabling Moat's data to be fed into its optimization engine. ...

Localphone.com is one of the fastest growing international call providers in the telecoms market. Its rapidly expanding customer base allows it to reward loyal customers and help them save even more money on international calls. The latest promotion will see Localphone give away unlimited free calls to Argentina for a whole week. Calls to landlines in Argentina will be free from 12pm (noon) GMT 6th September until 12pm (noon) GMT 13th September. The offer is available to all Localphone customers and there are no restrictions on length of the calls or how many calls each ...

SIMUL8 Corporation, developers of process improvement simulation software have announced that Gatwick Airport will continue to use their software to help improve the passenger experience. Gatwick is continuing to invest approximately GBP1 million every day, modernizing the airport's facilities and delivering benefits to passengers as well as airlines. With the ability to test changes in a safe environment; the Gatwick team used SIMUL8 to conduct scenario testing. This means that rather than changing factors in real life that could disturb the passenger experience they ...

Sepi Asefnia, president of SEPI Engineering & Construction (SEPI) (http://www.sepiengineering.com), a firm which provides civil engineering and planning services to private and public sector clients across the Southeast, has announced the addition of Barry S. Moose, PE, as operations and maintenance director. In his position, Mr. Moose will expand SEPI's construction, engineering and maintenance operations in North Carolina as well as throughout the Southeast. Mr. Moose received his bachelor's degree in civil engineering and his master's degree in business administration ...

2X Software today announced the release of Version 10.5 of its award winning 2X ApplicationServer XG. 2X Software is the first to offer Application Delivery and Virtual Desktop Management (VDI) with the integration of full Thin Client Management in a single software package. The release also includes a host of new features including Second Level Authentication with Radius, URL Redirection Blacklist and RAW printing. In addition to the brand new features included in 2X ApplicationServer XG version 10.5 http://www.2x.com/applicationserver/ all customers will have the ...

Colorado Cleantech Industry Association today announced that Josh Green, a venture capitalist and general partner with Silicon Valley firm Mohr Davidow Ventures, will deliver the keynote speech at CCIA's Colorado Cleantech Industry Awards Celebration on Oct. 22. His presentation is titled: "Toward an Optimistic Cleantech Future." In a 25-year career, Green has acted as advisor to some of Silicon Valley's legendary startups in the computer, Internet, telecommunications, biotech and medical device industries. His breadth of knowledge makes him uniquely qualified ...

The Foundation for Financial Service Professionals is pleased to announce the recipient of the 2012 Paul S. Mills Scholarships. Established to honor Paul Mills, the second Executive Vice President of the Society, the program was instituted by the Foundation's Board of Trustees to recognize a commitment to professionalism within the field of financial services. Gary was selected to receive this prestigious honor in recognition of his demonstrated commitment to lifelong education, volunteerism and ethical practice. The Paul S. Mills Scholarship may be used for meeting ...

Simple Wishes, creators of the internationally recognized hands-free pumping bra are proud to introduce their newest product, Simple Wishes HoneySuckle Breast Milk Storage Bags. Simple Wishes leads the way in offering an oxo-biodegradable and recyclable breastmilk storage bag that is a convenient and environmentally friendly solution for breastfeeding mothers. Offering optimal, durable side seals along with a reinforced bottom to prevent any leaks, each Simple Wishes HoneySuckle bag has been created for the storage of frozen breastmilk. This leak-proof solution enables ...

Following a Californian tour in August which included three prestigious awards at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, the Shelby American Collection returns to its Boulder home for a memorial and museum anniversary party. Please join us at this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to celebrate 50 years of Cobra racing heritage and the life of Carroll Shelby, who sadly passed away on May 10. WHAT: In addition to the Shelby American Collection anniversary party and benefit, there will be an outdoor show featuring a variety of vintage cars, various members of the Shelby American ...

The Willixes keep their dedication to health in the family. When Dr. Robert "Bob" Willix, Jr., M.D., CEO and CMO of Cenegenics Medical Institute Boca Raton and CMO of Cenegenics Medical Institute, started competitive running, his son Bob Willix followed suit and began exercising - he was only 14. Running together turned into multiple father-son triathlons throughout the early 80s. Dr. Willix's father, also named Bob Willix, began this legacy, running marathons into his 80s. What was passed from father to son, and then again from father to son, is making its way ...

The Chef's Academy (http://www.thechefsacademy.com), the Culinary Division of Harrison College, a 110-year-old, nationally accredited institution that offers 40 degree programs in five schools of study, has announced the hiring of Angel Nicholas as the institution's senior financial aid analyst. Driven by her desire to help students, Nicholas interacts with The Chef's Academy students on a daily basis and assesses their potential financial aid opportunities to create a package based on federal and school regulations. Originally from St. Johns, Mich., Nicholas comes to ...

In an effort to educate and raise money for prostate cancer research, Men's Fashion Accessory brand Tie Society proudly announced today their strategic partnership with the Prostate Cancer Foundation (PCF) for a special awareness program. "Partnering with PCF will not only inform our members and fellow Americans of prostate cancer risks, but will also encourage all our members to get tested periodically starting at age 40," stated Jake Kuczeruk, marketing and community manager for Tie Society. "Providing a way to give back and donate to this cause is ...

Just because the summer has come to an end doesn't mean the savings on Outer Banks rentals ends at Elan. Elan has several Corolla rentals on special for the Fall months, as well as additional Outer Banks rentals in other communities. If you're thinking about taking a vacation this Fall, make it with Elan in the Outer Banks. Fall is the best time to visit the Outer Banks, and our Corolla rentals will help your family save money. The humidity is gone, the beaches are clear, kids are in school, but the Outer Banks is still bustling this Fall. From music festivals to outdoor ...

Mindsharp, a SharePoint Education company, continues to connect with other technology companies with the introduction of the new Partner and Reseller program. HighPoint Solutions, the newest member of the program, is a premier provider of specialized IT services dedicated to the Life Sciences and Healthcare industries. Mindsharp is excited to welcome HighPoint Solutions into the Partner Program. By engaging in this program, both companies will help extend their reach, increase revenues, and strengthen the relationships with their customers. There are two types of partnership ...

When local entrepreneur Cheryl Armstrong attended her recent annual company convention, she looked forward to connecting with peers and learning best business practices. What she didn't expect was to be awarded the national franchisor's top accolade - the 2012 Pump It Up Franchisee of the Year Award. Armstrong, who owns the Metro Jackson, Miss. Pump It Up, recently received the award for her achievement in displaying Pump It Up's core values, showing growth in sales, being active within her community and striving to be an industry leader within the Pump It Up system ...

Located on the church grounds at 120th Street and Wornall Road, the festival, entertainment and parking are free. The Greek Food Festival features traditional homemade Greek delicacies including soulvakia, gyros, domathes, spanakopitas, baklava and much more. Imported Greek items from gold jewelry to embroidered clothing to traditional icons will be available for sale in the gift shop. Dance groups will demonstrate traditional folk dances and invite festival goers to join in the fun. The Festival will offer many children's activities. The festival is open Friday ...

For the eleventh year in a row, Fink's Jewelers will be the Platinum Sponsor of Hospice of Wake County's premier fundraising event, the Big Bad Ball, an annual black tie gala, to be held at the Capital City Club on September 29th. Since its commencement in 2001, the Big Bad Ball has been the recipient of the $10,000 sponsorship from this premier jewelry retailer. Fink's Jewelers, a fine jewelry retailer with seventeen locations throughout North Carolina and Virginia, has long been an advocate for community stewardship. Fink's Jewelers representative Claire Brown ...

As the world's water becomes scarce and global corporations seek to exploit water for profit, people around the globe are losing ownership, rights and control of water resources on which they depend for their jobs, livelihood and health. Water consumption is continuously increasing at a rapid rate and water sources are becoming more polluted, depleted, exhausted and exploited by large corporations. As this controversial issue continues to affect millions of people globally, it has also become a key issue of debate locally in the Central region of North Carolina. Now, ...

"Innkeepers want to say thank you to those who've served their country by inviting veterans to stay in a B&B on Veteran's Day. Inns and B&Bs throughout Virginia will open their doors to active and retired military and vets and one guest by offering a free room to those who've served in the military on Sunday, November 11, 2012. Vets: Save the Date - plan to enjoy your complimentary night this year on Sunday, November 11, 2012" (Better Way to Stay). A number of inns with the Bed and Breakfast Association of Virginia (www.innvirginia.com) will be ...

Finnish melodic death metallers Before The Dawn have signed to FrostByte Media to release their seventh album, Rise Of The Phoenix, due out in North America on September 25th. Released in Europe earlier this year and produced by Before The Dawn frontman Tuomas Saukkonen, the album has been receiving rave reviews from fans and critics alike, with Metal Hammer Germany rating Rise Of The Phoenix a six out of seven and declaring it, "A truly epic opus of melodic harshness that rings in a new era for Before The Dawn!" Check out the video for the song "Phoenix ...

James C. Hamilton, a founding member of the BOSS Society, has partnered with longtime friend and two-time Super Bowl champion Rod Smith of the Denver Broncos to launch a motivational speaking tour called The BOSS Success Tour. The tour will kick off with two events at the Capital City Club, located at 410 S. Wilmington St., on Thursday, Sept. 13 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. and Friday, Sept. 14 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Attendees will have the opportunity to hear personal testimonies from Hamilton and Smith and learn more about their journey to success, and any interested participants ...

Travels and holidays are fast becoming a popular mode of breaking away from the grind, releasing stress and coming back to the routine fully charged up. Whether it is for business or for pleasure, the need for high quality services in travel cannot be understated. This is where a valuable service provider like Aussizz Travels Pty Ltd. comes into the picture. One of the reputed service providers located at Melbourne City, Aussizz Travels are licensed travel agents as well as members of the Travel Compensation Fund. Playing the perfect role through a variety of high quality ...