With the looks, the stance, and the swagger, you would never imagine that dance ingenue Glenn Douglas Packard was ever told he won't be able to move the way he does anymore. How so? Glenn Douglas Packard is the 'the dancing entrepreneur' now, as dubbed by The New York Times itself, but back in the day, Glenn was a simple dairy farm boy in Clare, Michigan. He was set to take over the family business and prosper doing just that. But at 19, an accident would change his fate. Glenn was badly injured after a tractor accident. It broke his back; the infection was so ...

Free indie films and documentaries site Festival of Films - located at http://www.FestivalofFilms.com - is presenting its new schedule of feature-length films, shorts, and documentaries for the week of Jan. 8, 2012. Streaming both recent releases and older films, Festival of Films provides piracy-free movies and funny videos online for both mobile and web consumption. This week's schedule of new free movies online includes a diverse range of film content, from 15-minute short films online to recently-released Hollywood features. Starting on Jan. 8, the films being screened ...

GREENspot DROPoff has moved into Texas. Storage Solutions of Corinth has joined the GREENspot DROPoff network of free and convenient e-waste recycling DROPoff locations and is one of the first locations to provide a place where people and businesses can drop off e-waste for proper recycling in Corinth, Texas. GREENspot's unique approach to e-waste recycling not only benefits the environment, but also the local communities that it services. $1 per each computer monitor, television, computer, flat screen and laptop dropped off at Storage Solutions of Corinth will be donated ...

MetroGistics, a full-service vehicle transportation company, has announced the hiring of Jeremy Cope as director of logistics operations and the promotion of Dustin Ruch to director of business development. Cope brings more than nine years of auto transport experience and will oversee several areas of operations for MetroGistics, including assets and logistics, dispatching, key accounts, aging, and track and trace. He will supervise a team of six dedicated to providing excellent service to all clients. "Jeremy will be a great addition to our staff," said ...

Kampyle, a leading enterprise feedback management company, has successfully enabled Swisscom to measure their Net Promoter Score (NPS) while discovering its underlying root causes. Kampyle provides the Swiss Telco with a high-level view of customer satisfaction combined with relevant and detailed feedback data, empowering the telecommunication company to make informed enhancements to their various services and offerings. "The Net Promoter Score metric provided Swisscom with a snapshot of our corporate health. When we asked Kampyle to incorporate NPS in their online ...

TargetGov announced today the addition of a new speaker to the national teleconference scheduled for January 23, 2012 (The NEW Normal: What to Expect in 2012). Mr. Paul Murphy is a Senior Data Analyst at Bloomberg Government. Mr. Murphy has been analyzing federal contracting for over 30 years, and is the founder of Eagle Eye Publisher. Due to Mr. Murphy's early efforts Bloomberg Government now has the most extensive federal contract spending data base. Paul Murphy will be joining Gloria Larkin, Michael Hackmer, Mark "Hawk" Thomas, and Art Jacoby in addressing ...

The Health Law Firm has been approved by the State of Florida's Office of Supplier Diversity as a Certified Business Enterprise. State certification is Florida's premier stamp of approval for minority, women, and service-disabled veteran business enterprises. It is widely accepted across the State of Florida in the private sector as well as cities, counties, school districts, hospitals, and other governmental entities. Designated by the state as a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Business, The Health Law Firm's certification grants the firm preferred status when submitting ...

Mirus Group, a marketing communications and advertising agency located just outside of Rochester, NY, partially attributes a humorous mug shot of Matt Garrity, partner at the company, for the success of a recent Muscular Dystrophy Association Lock-Up fund raising event in Pittsford, NY and the Golden Handcuff Award that Garrity received from the organization in December of 2011. With a successful year in business, partners Matt Garrity and Nick Woyciesjes, wanted Mirus Group contribute to a charity that helps families and children who need a helping hand. When the call ...

On December 5, 2011, in the Grand Hyatt on 42nd Street in New York, N.Y., Bitayavon Magazine, a kosher cooking publication available online at http://www.Bitayavon.com, was honored as one of the hottest magazine launches of 2011 by MIN (Media Industry Newsletter). The fact that the Bitayavon gourmet kosher magazine is the first Jewish publication to receive such recognition is a reflection of the growing numbers, influence and needs of the kosher community. Dr. Samir Husni, Founder and Director of the Magazine Innovation Center at the University of Mississippi's Meek ...

Band Together NC, a Triangle-area nonprofit that uses live music to raise funds and awareness for other local nonprofits, has announced the addition of nine new members to its advisory board. The newly-inducted members are as follows: • Noreen Allen, of ChannelAdvisor • Jeff Barber, of Fennebresque & Co. • David Gwyn, of French West Vaughn • Philip Isley, of Blanchard, Miller, Lewis & Isley • Blaine McClure, of Restoration & Recovery • Reagan Greene Pruitt, of Blue Cross Blue Shield • Robert J. Ramseur, Jr., of Ragsdale Liggett • Kip Turco, of ...

Longistics, a full-service provider of global logistics solutions (http://www.longistics.com), has announced that Amy Henderson has been promoted to manager of international foreign trade zones. As an international FTZ manager, Henderson oversees international shipments and receipts, inventory control and record-keeping systems for customs compliance, contact with Longistics customers and supervision of the customer service team. Henderson joined Longistics in 2007 and previously served as customer service representative. She earned a Bachelor of Science in business ...

To showcase the expansion and enthusiasm within the company, Parrish Construction Group proudly introduces its new branding initiative- the first such endeavor in 16 years. The company's new logo, continuing the use of the flying bird, reflects the essence of the rebranding initiative the great height it's willing to go for clients. In 2010, Parrish expanded operations and established a new office in Alpharetta. The mid-size, full-service contractor with expertise in facility planning, preconstruction, construction management at-risk, general contracting and design build ...

Medix Staffing Solutions, Inc., a national staffing organization specialized in recruiting skilled personnel for clients in the Professional Services, Life Sciences, Healthcare and Information Technology industries, celebrated its tenth anniversary in business on December 27th last week. Since its inception, the company has experienced tremendous growth, accumulated prestigious accolades and solidified its reputation as an innovative and fast-growing mainstay in the staffing industry. "Looking back over the past ten years, I could not be prouder of what our Medix ...

Mel Campbell, president and founder of Campbell, Harrington & Brear Advertising Agency, of York, PA, has been asked to serve as a judge for the Charleston (South Carolina) Ad Club ADDY Awards competition later this month. This is the opening round of a three-tier, national competition conducted annually by the American Advertising Federation (AAF), the oldest national advertising trade association. AAF represents a national network of 200 ad clubs across the country and 40,000 professionals in the advertising industry. The Charleston competition is expected to attract ...

The Targeted Group announces that Stuart Marcoon has joined the company as Director of Sales - North America. In this role, Mr. Marcoon will be responsible for North American business development and sales related to the company's enterprise-level social media products. Mr. Marcoon has over 20 years of experience in sales management and business development. He has tremendous experience in consultative technology sales, and has extensive knowledge in social media, online advertising, and software-as-a-service products. "Stuart is a proven sales executive who ...

William Peace University (http://www.peace.edu), a private four-year university located in downtown Raleigh, has announced that the university has expanded its admissions department with the addition of Christopher Sharps as its newest admissions counselor. Previously the admissions counselor for Fairmont State University in Fairmont, W.Va., Sharps will be responsible for seeking prospective William Peace University students while managing specific recruitment markets across the United States. As an ambassador of the institution, Sharps will assist in expanding the reach ...

The industry experts in the field of Intellectual Property Outsourcing from the US, the UK and Europe would be in the webinar to share their experiences and thoughts about one of the burning issues in the IP outsourcing market: "Which Card Will You Pick?"- In-house Sourcing; Outsourcing; Onshoring; Nearshoring; Offshoring; Multishoring - Captive or Third Party Model in the perspective from US private practice. The Speakers include Leon Steinberg, Chairman, Black Hills IP (US); Robert Lelkes, US Attorney-at-Law, Registered US Patent Agent, European Patent Attorney, ...

Damian Rae Winery today announced the availability of its latest hand-crafted premium wine, the Damian Rae 2009 Syrah from White Hawk vineyard (Santa Barbara County). "This first-rate wine has its origins in one of the world's premier Syrah vineyards," said John Tarabini, president. "The 2009 vintage promises to be as spectacular as last year's 93-point Damian Rae Syrah." Extraordinarily rich, the Damian Rae 2009 Syrah has flavor as bold as its deep red color, featuring concentrations of black currants, mocha, and pepper. The richness is balanced ...

In a report in Business Review USA Martin Querin, Assistant Director of Public Utilities at Fresno Water talks about what the City of Fresno is doing to improve its water usage. Underground Fresno consists of 88 percent groundwater with 1,780 miles of pipeline. The water production is provided by 271 municipal water wells and a 30 MGD Surface Water Treatment Facility. By 2025 the City will achieve balanced groundwater extraction. Fresno Water's mission statement is, "We ensure our community has safe, reliable and affordable drinking water." And, in speaking ...

Best known for its solution design technologies, integration expertise and unique deployment capabilities, NEI Corp. is a leading provider of purpose-built application platforms, appliances and lifecycle deployment services for software developers, and serving storage, security and communications markets worldwide, says Richard Graber, senior vice president of engineering and operations. "We tout ourselves as the application deployment experts," Graber says. "We provide for our customers deployment options in any way they want: virtual, cloud-based and ...

In a report in Business Review Australia, David Keane talks about why Scott Corporation is the leading supplier of safe and innovative bulk logistics. Scott Corporation has its origins in three of Australia's most successful transport businesses, Heggies Transport, Bulkhaul and Chemtrans, making Scott a success within itself. The absolute motto of the company constitute three things: safety, performance and peace of mind. These three standards make the corporation a complete success story and allow for the company to move forward and be on par with the current trends ...

According to Managing Director Andrew McKenzie, the high level of expertise Controlled Irrigation's staff bring to each project gives the company a distinct competitive advantage. "We have in the region of about 20 certified Landscape Irrigation Association members," he says. "We also have nine designers across the country who bring their expertise to the contractors, make it the cheapest project possible, and oversee the whole job for the end user at no charge." When it comes to people management "success in this business is by education; ...

Recently both companies underwent some changes in terms of marketplace positioning for two reasons according to Ken Light, Executive Head, SkyNet Worldwide. "Firstly our customers have an expectation that we will deliver more value than just collection and delivery," he says. "They seek partnerships that deliver quantifiable value, and that value, in an increasingly volatile world comes in our unique ability to distribute goods anywhere in the region within a day. Our invested infrastructure means that we deliver daily to over 450 towns nationally - something ...

Fans of whisky will be able to sample a wide range of exclusive brands at the upcoming Whisky Live event in Seoul.   Known as the leading whisky tasting show in the world, the event will be taking place in the South Korean capital for the second time on February 26th 2012, with more than 2,000 alcohol enthusiasts set to attend.   Attendees will be able to sample in excess of 100 products from over 40 whisky brands, while learning more about how to best appreciate the flavours within each drink.   To be held in the Samsung Dong area of Seoul, the event runs from 10:00 ...

Some of the world's most accomplished guitarists will be travelling to Thailand in February 2012 to perform at the Bangkok Guitar Fiesta.   Billed as Thailand's premier annual guitar event, it will run between February 3rd and 5th 2012 and aims to build on the success of the inaugural festival last year, which received standing ovations from attendees.   Over the course of the three days, visitors will be able to enjoy concerts from a number of leading artists, including the famous guitar trio of Rodolfo Gorosito, Jose Cataldi and Armando de la Vega, who will be performing ...