Psychotherapists and other mental health professionals will meet together virtually at the Practice Building Conference for Therapists. This event runs for 10 days between September 19-30, 2011, and focuses on giving therapists additional tools and strategies to build their practices. The event has been offered three times in the past three years, with growing attendance each year. Participants may choose to attend all presentations, or may selectively attend the ones of most interest and appeal to them. The event is conceived, hosted, and arranged by Casey Truffo, a ...

AEC Mould Making Co.Ltd. (AEC) signed an exclusive Global Marketing Agreement with Global FranTech Group and FranTech USA International Licensing (FranTech USA), of Ventura, California, USA, which grants FranTech USA the right to market AEC and AEC's mould making services through FranTech's network of 600 partners with licensing agents in 220 countries. FranTech USA will present AEC to enterprises around the world. The Marketing Manager of AEC, Winer Zhan, commented: "AEC will use FranTech and its various sub-entities to meet the needs of emerging growth in the ...

Skila, a leading provider of fully managed Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) product launch management and key opinion leader (KOL) management solutions to pharmaceutical and medical device companies, announced today that Dr. Richard Nichol, Ph.D. has joined the company's Board of Directors, effective immediately. Dr. Nichol brings to Skila more than 40 years of management, global market strategy and corporate governance experience in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry. Dr. Nichol has served on six private and public corporate boards, was named a finalist for ...

U.S. Citizen Denied Tuition Assistance Since Mother is an Illegal Alien Most parents want their child to attend college and obtain their degree. The costs of doing so, however -- especially given the current market conditions and state of our economy-- are especially burdening the lower and middle class statum of our society. Families are being forced to dig deeper into their savings and take out larger loans to help pay for their children's higher education. As a result, many students now rely more than ever upon scholarships or state grants to help them invest in ...

Bill Would Crack Down on Repeat DWI Offenders Feeling that New York's current DWI laws are "weak," Senator Owen H. Johnson has taken steps to strengthen state laws regarding repeat DWI offenders. If the law -- co-sponsored by Johnson -- which cleared the Senate in June, is ultimately passed, New York would require mandatory jail time for certain DWI convictions. While a judge currently has the authority to impose a sentence of incarceration for a DWI conviction, the law is discretionary, meaning that multiple DWI offenders often end up with fines, community ...

Spinal Cord Injuries: Causes and Symptoms A spinal cord injury can quickly change a person's life forever. Often the result of a car accident, these injuries occur when the spinal cord is damaged, leading to a loss of function, including but not limited to mobility or feeling. Today, approximately 450,000 people in the United States are affected by spinal cord injuries. Causes of Spinal Cord Injuries A spinal cord injury can be caused by trauma or disease. While auto accidents account for nearly 40 percent of all injuries according to the Mayo Clinic, acts of ...

The Anatomy of a Chicago Personal Injury Lawsuit The following is a guide for Chicago victims of personal injury to enable them to better understand the process and what steps their injury attorney will generally follow. In Cook County, Chicago, Illinois, most civil actions are instituted in the circuit courts, law division, which handles personal injury claims. A "complaint", is the first pleading to be filed with the clerk of the court which sets forth a statement of the Plaintiff's claim. Illinois is a "fact pleading" state which means that ...

Worldwide Center of Mathematics (WCM), a Cambridge, Massachusetts-based digital resource and textbook publisher, has launched Worldwide AP Calculus, a combination of their Worldwide Differential Calculus and Integral Calculus textbooks tailored towards both the AB and BC College Board AP Calculus exams. The Worldwide Calculus Series includes AP Calculus, Differential Calculus, Integral Calculus and Multivariable Calculus. The textbooks are written as PDFs, allowing them to be versatile and accessible while hosting a variety of interactive features not found in standard ...

Ateliers d'Art de France, the French federation for craft professionals, unites four design-driven French manufacturers to showcase their collections at the CreatedinFrance pavilion in the Accent on Design division of the New York International Gift Fair (NYIGF). The pavilion, which will feature a blend of contemporary products alongside timeless French classics, include stunning collections in the home decor and tabletop sectors in addition to displaying fine, leather accessories and innovative eco garden products. These collections will be featured August 14 ...

NitrofreezeDeburring.com allows interested parties to explore the state-of-the-art Nitrofreeze Cryogenic Deburring Process, learn more about the company's facility, and view results of present customers. The website features many new pictures of the company's facility, deburring machines, and before and after photographs of processed parts. Pictures and specifications of the company's cryogenic deburring systems are especially important for this site in order to support manufacturers looking to move this proprietary deburring process in-house. The new site also includes ...

MedStar Health Research Institute in Washington D.C. recently added licenses for their Digisonics' DigiView CVIS (Cardiovascular Information System), while Thibodaux Regional Medical Center in Thibodaux, La. added Rolodex to their system. The DigiView CVIS System will provide their facility with high performance image analysis, professional cardiovascular reporting, an integrated clinical database, and a powerful PACS image archive. This will help their facility maximize efficiency by integrating and automating their entire workflow, resulting in maximum productivity. ...

Farmers & Merchants Bank (F&M) today finalized plans to relocate its San Clemente branch to a beautiful new location at 621 N. El Camino Real. The new facility will feature an additional 2,100 square feet of space, increased parking capacity and a distinctive architectural style harkening back to San Clemente's historic Spanish roots. The branch will officially open for business on August 29, and F&M will hold a public grand opening celebration on September 24 from 11am - 2pm. "Our San Clemente branch has experienced substantial growth, necessitating ...

Gino "Lock Johnson" Iglehart has named local boutique Achieve PR the exclusive Advertising, Design and Public Relations firm of record. Achieve PR is a premiere AD/PR firm whose clients list include DJ Spinderella, Christopher Michael Clothing Company, Comedian D. Ellis, Flair For Fashion, Accessories in the Nude, Southern Fried Marketing and D210TV. Achieve PR will play an interactive role in the artist's advertising, promotions, community engagement, social media and campaign management. Gino "LockJohnson" Iglehart declares, "Constant progression ...

Electro Standards Laboratories (ESL), Cranston, RI, has just announced the Model 9449 Tri-Channel DB9 A/B Switch that allows quick connection to any one of two devices from one common device for each of its three channels. Ideal for supporting RS422 applications that have a DB9 connector interface! The Model 9449 simultaneously switches all three channels with a simple turn of a rotary switch. Ideal for any computer room, office or lab, the M9449 eliminates the daunting task of unplugging and plugging cables when switching over critical networks during outages. The Model ...

GO! Mobility Solutions announced today that its President and CEO, Rick Goldstein, has been issued U.S. Patent No. 7,980,584 by the U.S. Patent and Trade Office. The patent, entitled "Portable Commode, Shower and Bath Wheelchair Apparatus", was issued on July 19, 2011, and covers technology utilized in Mr. Goldstein's portable commode/shower wheelchair invention being marketed as the Go-Anywhere Commode, Shower 'n Tub Chair by GMS. This invention enables wheelchair-bound and partially-ambulatory individuals to bathe safely and comfortably at home or on-the-road. ...

Aladdin Beauty College, 1026 N.W. 38th St. in Lawton is not only preparing students for a new career, they are providing free medical discount cards to students who enroll in their cosmetology school. The company is offering the same card to students in their schools in Arizona, New Mexico, Texas and Florida. The card provides discounts for the following goods and services: vision and Lasik; lab tests; dental; Rx prescriptions; hearing; diabetic supplies, X-ray and imaging and chiropractic. Discounts range from 10% to 80% and apply to participating providers. "Beauty ...

Taylor Morrison and Badger Construction hosted a three-day Homes for Our Troops Build Brigade recently to launch construction of a specially-adapted home for retired Army Staff Sergeant Juan Roldan in Parrish, FL. While in Sadar City, Iraq in December 2006, Staff Sergeant Roldan's vehicle was stuck by an Explosively Formed Penetrator (EFP). The explosion caused multiple injuries including Traumatic Brain Injury, a spinal cord injury, and amputation of both legs. On Friday, August 19 at 8:30 a.m., the Build Brigade Ceremony kicked-off the weekend's efforts to build a new ...

Grimaldi's Pizzeria, famously known for their award-winning hand-tossed, coal-fired brick oven pizzas and calzones, fresh salads and delicious desserts is announcing its newest location, 1 N. Clematis St, in West Palm Beach. With Frank Sinatra crooning in the background, Grimaldi's with over 100-years of pizza making traditions and the tantalizing aroma of pizza and calzones baked to perfection in the signature coal burning oven. In the world of pizza, Grimaldi's is an institution that has garnered more awards than any other pizzeria in the country with more celebrity ...

Liberty National Bank today introduces Kasasa Tunes , a new, innovative banking account that rewards consumers with digital music downloads instead of an interest rate. Kasasa Tunes is a free checking account that rewards consumers with digital downloads from iTunes or Amazon.com every monthly qualification cycle. It is designed for those with a passion for music and media, who want to be rewarded with digital downloads, including music, books, movies and iPhone or iPod applications. "For those that want something different from their banking relationship, we ...

The new website provides payment processing resources and information on the most advanced payment program in the industry, EPS 90 No Credit Check EZ Payment Plan, in an easy to navigate format. "The EPS team is thrilled with the new EPS 90 websites sleek design, features and functionality," said EPS CEO John Dorsey. "We realize that merchants are utilizing the Internet to gain insights into the credit card processing industry, learn about new products and solutions, and to research the best processor for their business. The new site features clear and ...

More than 300 Sanford area residents are expected to take steps to improve their heart health Saturday, September 24, 2011, when they participate in the Lee County Heart Walk to benefit the American Heart Association. The event will be held at Central Carolina Hospital, 1135 Carthage Street, in Sanford. The annual event, which raises funds to fight heart disease and stroke, America's No. 1 and No. 3 killers, begins at 7:00 a.m. with heart healthy screenings. Free lipid panels will be available through 10 a.m. (fasting is recommended), and other screenings will continue ...

Anchor Innovation, Inc. (Anchor) announced today a consulting agreement with Rear Admiral Garry E. Hall, USN (ret). Admiral Hall brings over 20 years of senior management and command experience making him an ideal mentor for a rapidly growing company like Anchor. Some of Admiral Hall's challenging command assignments include: Commandant, Industrial College of the Armed Forces, the nation's premier senior service college where he led a faculty of 95 PhDs and 320 national and international students; Commander, Expeditionary Strike Group TWO, Amphibious Group TWO where ...

Aitech Defense Systems Inc., a pioneer in true military embedded and mission critical computing technologies and an independent manufacturer of open architecture boards and subsystem products for defense and aerospace applications, has expanded its family of M59x graphics boards designed for a wide variety of rugged avionics applications with the M595 PMC and M597 XMC . These high performance, rugged boards simultaneously drive two independent video streams in a wide variety of graphics and output formats for flexible video input and frame grabbing formats to meet users' ...

It's been a busy summer for legislation affecting fleet managers. NAFA, an association of fleet professionals located throughout the U.S. and Canada, plays an active role in presenting the collective voice of the fleet manager. On August 23, Phil Russo, CAE, NAFA's Executive Director, sent a letter to the Environmental Protection Agency to express the Association's support for the proposed rule outlining criteria for determining whether onboard refueling vapor recovery ("ORVR") is in widespread use for purposes of controlling motor vehicle refueling emissions ...

As the 10th anniversary of 9/11 looms, noted New York clinical psychologist Dr. Judy Kuriansky isavailable to talk about the impact of this marker event on couples and children worldwide, and about an upcoming event connecting children in trauma zones. Dr. Judy, as she is fondly known from TV and radio, provided mental health support at Ground Zero and the Family Assistance Center after the World Trade Center attacks and was featured in a Red Cross PSA. In her Global Kids Connect Project, kids from trauma zones exchange dolls to show caring. On September 8th, kids in New ...