With warmer weather upon us, off-site events are one of the most lucrative ways to boost sales volume fast; offering 60% more ups, cars sold and total gross profit than sales hosted in-store. Yet off-site events, or off-site sales as they're often referred, can be expensive, time consuming and stressful for dealership personnel. Those burdened with this tedious task are often forced to shift their focus away from important day-to-day dealership activities, which ultimately result in lost revenue and opportunity. "I've spoken to quite a few dealers who have set-up ...

Storage in the cloud, as well as physical and virtual environments, across Linux, Unix and Windows platforms is more secure and powerful today with the release of Likewise Storage Services. Likewise Storage Services is a new offering that adds an NFS (network file system) module to the widely used Likewise CIFS platform -- already licensed by industry leaders like EMC-DataDomain, HP, Isilon, and other large storage companies. Likewise Storage Services offers a consistent security model for file-based access across Linux, Unix and Windows. Likewise Storage Services ...

For fifteen years, people from all over Europe have been streaming to Zagreb, Croatia to experience and be transformed through the simple act of gazing with a kind and gentle man who goes by the name of Braco (pronounced Braht-zoh). While Braco doesn't call himself a healer, hundreds of thousands around the world do. The physical shifts are unexplainable, yet undeniable. Reams of documentation recount stories of countless souls remarkably and often spontaneously transformed by standing before Braco's silent gaze -- and not just physical healings, but emotional, spiritual, ...

The CDM Media team announced today that it has formed a strategic partnership with Extension Media, a publisher of more than 20 business-to-business magazines, resource catalogs, newsletters and websites that address high-technology industry platforms and emerging technologies. CDM Media's technology events bring together CIOs, IT executives, analysts and solution providers to have in-depth discussions, make new business contacts and learn about new technology solutions. The event is an opportunity for executives to explore the latest research and technology trends through ...

Blue Coat Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq: BCSI), a leading provider of Web security and WAN optimization solutions, today announced that it has named Gary Olson vice president of sales for the Americas and Steve Rowland vice president of sales for APAC. In April, Blue Coat named Marc Andrews as vice president of sales for EMEA. The new regional sales leaders are responsible for developing and executing regional go-to-market strategy, driving market penetration of the Blue Coat WAN Optimization solutions, expanding the reach of the company's Web security solutions and building strong ...

In response to the devastating tornado that destroyed three Joplin, Missouri, schools on May 22, 2011, Mackin Educational Resources has created a special Disaster Relief Funds4Books donation program to help raise the funds needed to replace the destroyed school library collections. Standing firm on its "We Really Do Care" motto, Mackin will also contribute an additional 10% to every $100 raised. "Our heart goes out to the Joplin area as they suffer the loss of community members and widespread devastation," said Randal Heise, Mackin president. "We ...

Vicki Southard, co-founder of The PR Group, one of the top public relations companies that works with numerous clients from across the United States and Canada, is celebrating continued success by booking the 100,000th interview with a client she started working with in 1993. Vicki Southard says, "We're happy to hit the big milestone by booking the 100,000th interview for one of our clients who has been with us since the beginning. We've been working with Andrew Gause since 1993. That's 18 years!" For Southard, booking the 100,000th interview is more than ...

Award winning author, C.J. Good of SustainableContentment.com will be attending the Wells Street Art Festival In Chicago, June 11-12, 2011. "This is one of the premier art fairs in the midwest," remarks C.J. Good. "Each summer, the festival provides opportunities to discover and preview all kinds of art, and creative media." She continues, "Attendees can participate in education and information sessions, enjoy music, food, artist displays, and other special events." "As an author, I enjoy meeting with various artists to understand ...

The Hays PA of the Year judges noted how Louisa's energy and enthusiasm have seen her expand her PA role, embracing significant project management and organisational leadership such as being actively involved in the 'Jamie's 20-minute meals' award-winning app, helping her secure the top spot. Louisa was announced as the winner at an awards ceremony at Flemings Hotel, Mayfair, London on the 19th of May. Louisa has won a five night break for two in Prague, courtesy of Portman Travel. She will also receive a place on The PA Retreat, an intensive residential training programme ...

Cranbrook Custom Homes, a division of Lombardo Companies, is please to announce their arrival on the custom built home market. Lombardo Companies, specifically Lombardo Homes, has been a top company in custom built homes for years. The company was recently ranked No. 97 on Builder Magazine's Builder 100, an annual list released in May by the industry's leading trade journal. Builder Magazine also ranked Lombardo as the No. 1 fastest growing builder in the country for 2009. Furthermore, we are honored to have continuously received recognition from the home building industry ...

KellyOCG, the Outsourcing and Consulting Group of Kelly Services , a leader in providing workforce solutions, will be sponsoring THE RECRUITING CONFERENCE, a global summit designed to stimulate beneficial partnerships, discussions, and debate among recruiters and HR professionals, at the InterContinental Chicago O'Hare in Rosemont/Chicago from November 1-3, 2011. This is the third year KellyOCG has sponsored and participated in the conference. "This conference is an important event and gathering of recruitment and talent acquisition professionals annually. The best ...

Teseq Inc., a leading developer and provider of instrumentation and systems for EMC emission and immunity testing, now offers an integrated USB port on its complete range of CBA series, solid-state, class-A power amplifiers that offer frequency and power ratings specifically for EMC immunity test applications. Teseq's CBA series, with ranges from 10 KHz to 6 GHz and power levels from 12 W to 1,000 W, are robust and dependable amplifiers that ensure complete reliability at low operating costs. When fitted with the USB port, the amplifiers can be switched on remotely ...

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Real estate expert Kenn Renner will be presenting his Home Buying Crash Course in-studio at KPLE-TV, Saturday, June 18th from 10 A.M. to 12 noon. The presentation will be filmed for future broadcast. Kenn's crash course is based on his nationally published book First Time Home Buying Secrets. Kenn has been teaching home buyers the ins and outs of buying homes since 1983. In 1994 he created his first time home buying seminar and since then he has helped thousands of home buyers through the process. The crash course will cover a myriad of topics including: The 10 steps to ...

On June 1, 2011, Plymouth Tube Company was awarded the US Department of Commerce's Export Achievement Certificate at the Valley Industrial Association Annual Banquet for their achievements in the export of their manufactured steel tubes and extrusions. In partnering with the US Commercial Service and the US Dept. of Commerce Plymouth can now boast successful exporting to new markets in such countries as: Thailand, the Philippines, Mexico and Italy. The recognition was given at the Annual Banquet of the Valley Industrial Association to Plymouth Tube by Ro Khanna, Deputy ...

The annual Construction Marketing STAR(TM) awards and the new Construction Marketer of the Year(TM) Awards honor marketing excellence of construction industry professionals. The awards are sponsored by the Construction Marketing Association with early entry deadline of September 2, 2011. The Construction Marketing STAR(TM) Awards recognize the best marketing across fourteen categories including advertising, Internet, packaging, trade shows and more. Each category will have STAR and SUPERSTAR winners, along with a BEST in SHOW. The new Construction Marketer of the ...

ROI Labs (www.roilabs.com), a leading provider of global web analytics consulting services, today announced that CEO Michael Hayward will speak at SMX Advanced Seattle, to be held June 7 - 8 at the Bell Harbor International Conference Center. His session, "Yes, Virginia, Tweeting is SEO" will be held on Tuesday, June 7 at 11:00 a.m. Through an in-depth case study taken from his time as the Director of Interactive Marketing & E-Commerce at Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts, Michael will explain how a complex, traditional brand learned to embrace Twitter ...

European Wax Center extends its family of the world's leading wax specialists to offer the best in body waxing in Denville, NJ. With this addition, the township now has access to what has been deemed "The Ultimate Wax Experience." Taking pride in their "Ultimate 4-Step Process," European Wax Center offers their signature body waxing services - ranging from bikini waxing to even nose waxing - that cleanses, protects, waxes and rejuvenates the skin. The process starts with their exclusive Calming Cleanser, which soothes and protects the skin. Then, ...

On June 17th and July 22nd, at 1 p.m., ridgerunners from the Potomac Appalachian Trail Club (PATC) will speak to visitors at the Appalachian Trail Conservancy's (ATC) Visitor Center, located in Harpers Ferry, WV, about the role ridgerunners play in maintaining the Appalachian Trail (A.T.). In the course of a year, ridgerunners interact with tens of thousands of Trail visitors, educating them on how to minimize their impact on the A.T. "The Appalachian Trail Conservancy is proud to be able to offer this unique experience to our visitors" said Laurie Potteiger, ...

The technology industry epitomizes rapid change and innovation, and those involved in this ever-evolving profession need to be ready to keep up or die trying. As a leading IT training provider, CareerSaver, understands this concept better than most; from their extensive library of content to various training methodologies, CareerSaver continually updates their products and services to meet the needs of this ever-evolving profession. The most recent updates to the CareerSaver brand are to their website. The company remains focused on enhancing their content and method ...

American Stimulus Funding Corp. has officially joined the social media space through the recent creation of its Facebook fan page. The company's fan page is dedicated to showcasing financial options available to small businesses seeking funding, as well as educating clients about the economy and providing them with information on current events that may affect their businesses. The new fan page will also serve as a platform to answer any and all questions business owners may have about how to better their businesses. Finding funding for a small business can be a daunting ...

Wizard World Philadelphia Comic Con today announced its diverse programming schedule, featuring unique celebrity Q&A's, music, film screenings and discussions, artist schools, contests and more for the event, set for Friday through Sunday, June 17-19 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center. Some of the highlights include: --"Buffyfests" with "Buffy: The Vampire Slayer" stars Nicholas Brendon, Kelly Donovan, Mercedes McNab and Clare Kramer --"Green Lantern" franchise discussions with featured creators like Ethan Van Sciver, Carlos Pacheco, ...

Smarthinking, Inc. (http://www.smarthinking.com), the market leader in online tutoring and academic support, has announced the completion of its new website at http://www.smarthinking.com. The website's launch coincides with the rollout of Smarthinking's new logo which represents the learning transformation that students experience when they integrate Smarthinking's online tutoring services into their studies. Smarthinking believes its rebranding and enhanced website parallels the evolution of online education and better represents the expectation of today's 21st century ...

Received wisdom is that the Internet is bad for small businesses, but Steve Frank—owner of Photosmith in Dover, NH—is taking the other side of that bet. For more than 30 years, Frank has processed film and printed photographs in the same location on Central Avenue. But the digital photography movement has profoundly impacted his business. Though Photosmith has offered an array of digital services to serve the new market, the fact remains that the average customer—a parent of school-aged kids, say, or a realtor—is not spending as much on photography services as he once did. Though ...

Lashologist Council of America announced today, Executive Director Ellie Malmin will be attending the event. "This years 2011 Premiere Orlando International Beauty Show promises to be a stellar event, Our small coterie is very excited to be able to walk the floor." Premiere Orlando, one of the largest and fastest-growing trade shows in the United States, has become the industry's best place to experience top talent and education. Premiere Orlando offers many areas of education for hair, nails, skincare and salon/spa business, with over 46,000 beauty industry ...