Keith Erickson, former L.A. Lakers and UCLA Bruins basketball star and sports broadcaster, will host the Jewish Vocational Service (JVS) 80th Anniversary Gala on January 29, 2011 at the Beverly Wilshire Hotel in Beverly Hills. "We are honored that Keith will be hosting our event, said JVS CEO Vivian Seigel. "He brings a deep, personal understanding of the importance of teamwork, character and commitment, from his years with Coach Wooden, and we are pleased that he has taken the time to observe JVS programs in action. He has seen the impact we have in the lives of our ...

Computime staff will be present in Las Vegas, Nevada on January 23, showcasing Topaz System's electronic signature capture products at the Allscripts Sales Kick-Off Meeting. Computime's signature pad sales and distribution representatives will perform product demonstrations, answer questions, and offer guidance on leveraging the benefits of eSignature capture to help close more sales of Allscripts' EHR Pro software. Healthcare professionals around the country trust Topaz Systems' electronic signature capture pads and software to help save money and increase efficiency ...

The blanket of winter white that's covered most of the country this past week has left many people grounded in airports or stranded in their homes. And while it may make for picture perfect landscapes, there's nothing pretty about the frigid cold and the ice that makes winter weather especially dangerous for seniors. That's why Halo Monitoring, maker of myHalo, the most advanced medical alarm with automatic fall detection is making an unprecedented offer to help families monitor the safety of their elderly loved ones this winter. Through the months of January and February, ...

QSX Instruments Inc and Kassoy LLC are pleased to announce a distribution agreement for the Quickshot XRF analyzer line. The agreement names Kassoy LLC as Quickshot XRF's exclusive distributor to the United States jewelry industry. A leader in jewelry supply sales, Kassoy LLC will now provide x-ray fluorescence technology to clients searching for a more accurate method of gold testing and precious metal assay. The two analyzers that will be offered by Kassoy LLC include the QSX-79T Gold Tester and QSX-295T Full Precious Metal Analyzer. Recent modifications to the QSX-295T ...

Beautisol, the leading self tan experts, announced today tips on how to look slimmer for the new year. While the resolution to lose weight is on almost everyone's list, not everyone has the time and dedication to do it. For those who are looking for quick fixes without going to the gym, Beautisol's Founder, Sinead Norenius has some recommendations. When choosing an outfit, fit is extremely important! Too-loose clothing will make you look heavier, and too-tight clothing may end up highlighting the areas that need slimming. While black is always slimming, a monochromatic ...

New Abondened Places on Earth, the dark piece by A Journey Down The Well has a music video. Post-rock, Modern Classical, Experimental music trio released their second album "Sorry Monsters Monsters, I Have To Grow" a while ago on Fluttery Records. The album was a seven song collection of their latest works. Anna Erneman of the band said "We are inspired by many elements. The chilly sound of post-punk, eye openers like A Silver Mt. Zion and Godspeed You Black Emperor; Brian Eno and many others... But in this album our sound, with hints of contemporary classical composers ...

Recording artist Brandon October expands his career as he signs a booking agreement with Johannesburg based The Sixth Sense. This signing is the first of several upcoming opportunities for the Johannesburg based singer. The Sixth Sense Booking Agency roster includes artists like Amanda Strydom, Ddisselblom, Eden and Flip a Coin. "We could not be happier with Brandon joining our family of artists" states Theresa du Preez Head of The Sixth Sense. "Brandon has a proven track record of being a hard working dedicated singer. That is required if you have any chance of succeeding ...

SearStone, a not-for-profit continuing care retirement community (CCRC) planned for Cary, has signed an affiliate sponsor agreement with Lutheran Services for the Aging (LSA). As part of the agreement, LSA will provide technical assistance to the SearStone Board of Directors and assist the organization in establishing and maintaining its community benefit program to provide care to the residents of Wake County. LSA joins Greenbrier Development and Retirement Living Associates as SearStone partners dedicated to establishing a distinctly different community for seniors. "LSA ...

Business Leader Media has selected the Law Offices of Kravitz & Guerra, P.A. as a 2010 Top 100 Small Businesses in South Florida for the second year in a row. Business Leader limited the criteria to include only companies (1) with less than 100 employees and (2) that do a majority of their business in South Florida. Each company's revenue growth, business achievements and community involvement were evaluated. The Law Offices of Kravitz & Guerra, P.A., a Miami firm, assists the international community in matters related to international expansions, immigration, global ...

Have you noticed lately that there have been a lot of news headlines about blood? Everything from Sarah Palin defending her use of the term "blood libel," to blood drives being canceled across the eastern seaboard due to heavy snow. At one time Jennifer Chang never would have noticed those stories. Now they catch her attention as if they were written in, well, red. Like so many people nowadays Jennifer Chang found her world very suddenly turned upside down a few years ago by the global economic crash. "The asset management company which I had worked at for 3 years was ...

Announcing that Mobitics, the developers of Miembro, has launched an exciting new product for iPhone and iPod touch users who have a camera in their device. The application is a brand new business tool, offering users a portable membership creation and monitoring platform, complete with QR code generator and scanner. Users are able to quickly and easily set up and monitor member cards, loyalty programs, funds and points for each customer, right from their devices. Miembro is an exciting new application, giving business users total freedom to capture membership customers ...

Like time capsules, antique samplers are nostalgic remnants of the past offering a glimpse into the world of embroidery and children. Samplers act as portals into the day-to-day life of a young girl from another era in time. They show her mastery of useful and decorative stitching. In the 18th and mid-19th century, samplers were also her way of showing off her knowledge of the alphabet. Many were classroom assignments, the way in which she learned reading, religion and math. Some of the most memorable ones bear verses that come from the heart. "Patty Polk did ...

MEDecision, Inc., a leading provider of collaborative health management solutions, today published an e-book, "Medical Loss Ratios: Important Implications for Care Management," which examines the impact that healthcare reform and the new U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) medical loss ratio (MLR) mandates have on care delivery models. The e-book also explores the critical role of health information technology (IT) as health plans work to meet the new requirements, improve the quality of care and drive down costs. The complimentary publication can be downloaded ...

Closet & Storage Concepts has recently rolled out a new design for their website. The new, easy-to-navigate design is the result of an extensive amount of research on how to present their services better to the consumer. Closet & Storage Concepts is excited to provide their visitors with more information on closet design, office storage solutions, and much more. For more than 20 years, Closet & Storage Concepts has been creating custom closet designs, manufacturing, and installing custom closet solutions for closet storage, mudroom, pantry, laundry room, garage, home ...

EMS Inc., the premier provider of rapid product development equipment and services including Z Corp 3D Printers and 3D Scanners, announced that their newly designed website is live and has already been getting great feedback from viewers. EMS decided to redesign its website as a vital communication tool for its clients and for the product development industry as a whole. This decision resulted in an improved website which offers a fresh new look that technically provides its online visitors with significant improvements in navigation, vital industry content, video demonstrations, ...

The Artist Connection Group is made up of successful musicians and artists who want to offer opportunities to fellow artists to get their talents EXPOSED. There are no hidden fees or royalties paid to the Connect Artist Association. Artists from all over the world are embracing this concept. Now a full or part-time Musician, Sculpture, Painter or Author can display their talents with World-Wide access to the public for a very small fee of less than ten dollars (US). Videos, photos, music downloads and connections to promoters, health insurance, contracts, art fairs ...

Funeral Futurist, Robin Heppell offered two approved, Internet-related, funeral home focused continuing education programs in July 2010. The courses were well attended by members all across North America and more than 150 continuing education credits were awarded to attendees. A general feeling was that Live Online events are convenient for attendees especially in the busy times funeral professional find themselves in. http://www.FuneralDirectorCEUs.com Heppell offers two 3 hour sessions namely, Social Media & Funeral Service: Making Sense of Facebook, Twitter and ...

Gibraltar Homes is pleased to announce that it has reached a settlement agreement with lender BBT in regard to property owned at the prestigious Legends Bay at IMG Academies. Gibraltar currently owns nine lots in the northwest Bradenton community, financed by lender BBT. After a period of negotiation, Gibraltar and the bank have agreed on confidential terms that will allow the company to proceed with plans to sell homes and homesite packages at attractive prices and make a reasonable profit. "This agreement creates a win-win situation for everyone involved," said ...

The world's largest independent music network, likeZEBRA.com, begins the New Year with a new lineup of featured artists signed by leading independent rock label, Victory Records. By spotlighting a new band or artist each week, the website aims to inspire the growth of the independent release of music. This year likeZEBRA will not only provide fans exclusive access to talented artists, they will also highlight a record label each month which shares the same ideals of grassroots and DIY growth. Chicago-based Victory Records kicks off 2011 as likeZEBRA's first "Label Takeover" ...

Pardee Homes (www.pardeehomes.com) has donated $2,500 to the Loma Linda Ronald McDonald House after holding a charitable campaign on Facebook tied to their popular LivingSmart Homes in the Inland Empire. For every fan, new or old, who 'liked' LivingSmart Homes the company donated $2 to the Loma Linda Ronald McDonald House, one of 11 Ronald McDonald House Charities in California. "The Ronald McDonald House serves as a home away from home for families of seriously ill children who are undergoing treatment at nearby hospitals," said Dee Feldmeir, executive director of Loma ...

Mark Shafer, Director of Bank of America's in-house agency, Enterprise Creative Solutions, has been selected as IHAF's new Chairman of the Board. As Chairman, Shafer will provide guidance to the IHAF program team and leadership to the Board of Directors—influencing the direction that IHAF takes over the next two years. In addition to Bank of America, IHAF's 2011 Board of Directors is comprised of in-house agency leaders from Blue Cross Blue Shield, CVS, Discovery Communications, Fidelity, FM Global, MFS Investment Management and Putnam Retail Management. "It's clear ...

Canada Credit Fix declares today that they are looking to expand southwards into the United States, by enlisting a new partner in the credit repair fight. Today, Canada Credit Fix announced their intention to make a merge services with one of America's most reputable and respected credit repair and restoration agencies. This strategic partnership is a unique move allowing Canada Credit Fix to stretch their service into the United States simply by joining with the American agency based out of Texas. This is one of the first major attempts into creating a North American ...

The Pet Care Trust is pleased to announce that they have awarded a grant of $5,000 to Children's Hospital Boston, in support of the pediatric hospital's dog visitation program. The grant will support the research project entitled, "Parent and Child Perspectives on Dog Visitation in a Pediatric Hospital," providing much needed funding for completion of the project. The project follows the Pet Care Trust's mission: the value of companion pets, the human animal bond, and support companion animal programs. The dog visitation program has been operating successfully at Children's ...

Prototype Today announced additions to their prototyping and manufacturing interactive website: PrototypeToday.com. The site offers a source of trusted information and resources for professionals to stay up-to-date on the most relevant industry information. Prototype Today officially went online in beta form on November, 1st 2010 and is receiving a positive response from companies in the industry. Prototype Today's goal is to offer a centralized database of information and content for a vast audience, from service bureau owners to garage inventors. One of the most popular ...

NFC, Inc., a specialized consulting service, today announced the launch of http://www.whatsthepotential.com aimed at aspiring entrepreneurs who invest $20.00 and within 48 hours receive an expert opinion on the potential of their business idea. "whatsthepotential.com is designed to provide an expert opinion on the potential of any business idea" says Steve Ruttenberg, President, NFC, Inc. The site also offers powerful one-on-one advice and consultation from industry experts who themselves have made millions from the expansion of their own unique business ideas. Whatsthepotential.com ...