Ever wonder how you can get media coverage for your business? Ever think, "They should have quoted me instead of him!" when you read a newspaper article? Ever wonder why some companies always manage to earn more media coverage than yours? Well, wonder no longer. HIA-LI, the recognized voice for business on Long Island, will host a panel of prestigious local media personnel discussing "How to Pitch Your Company to the Media and Get Covered," at an Executive Breakfast to be Tuesday, February 8, 2011 from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM at the Newsday Auditorium, located at 235 Pinelawn ...

Fans have long admired the talents of Yvonne Strahovski and her depiction of her character, Sarah Walker, on NBC's Chuck. Unfortunately, like most aspects related to the show, Yvonne's performance tends to be overlooked. This is evident by the utter lack of recognition the show receives come awards time. However, after the airing of Chuck episode 4.09, entitled "Chuck vs. Phase Three", a small group of fans decided to change this by creating Emmy4Yvonne.com -- a fan-based, Internet campaign dedicated to getting Yvonne Strahovski an Emmy Award nomination for Lead Actress ...

MadCap Software, Inc. (http://www.madcapsoftware.com), the leader in multi-channel content authoring and a showcase company for Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT) Visual Studio and Microsoft XPS, today announced that CCC Information Services Inc. (CCC) is optimizing its online Help systems and reducing customer support calls with MadCap Flare and the hosted MadCap Feedback Service. CCC uses MadCap Flare single-source, multichannel publishing software to deliver its Web-based Help systems and print documentation. The company then relies on the MadCap Feedback Service to analyze ...

Dr. Marshall Lukoff, Dedham podiatrist, is pleased to offer CoolTouch laser treatment for eliminating foot fungus. For patients who are tired of discolored, thick toenails, the CoolTouch laser creates a quick, effective solution to healing toenail fungus in Dedham and Quincy. Nail fungus infection is a condition that can be embarrassing and even painful. With the advanced CoolTouch laser, a brief, but gentle burst of light is emitted into the target area. The laser energy heats the infected tissue creating an environment where fungus can no longer survive. Clinical ...

The "Law of Per-Acre Pricing" is very beneficial for those who deal in cheap rural land. Basically, the law states that "the larger a tract of land is, the smaller the per-acre price will be--and the smaller a tract of land is, the higher the per-acre price will be." In other words, 640 acres will sell for a higher per-acre price than will 2,000 acres; 160 acres will sell for a higher per-acre price that will 640 acres; and 40 acres will sell for a higher per-acre price than will 160 acres. One of the basic principals of business is that prices are lower on a wholesale ...

Whether you need to fine tune your finance skills or confront a fear of finance strategies, the new Financial Skills for General Managers certificate program offered by the Olin Business School at Washington University in St. Louis is an excellent opportunity for mid- and senior-level managers to strengthen their knowledge of finance. Financial Skills for General Managers is one of three new open enrollment executive education certificate programs designed to equip managers with the skills and strategies needed to meet the challenges of the 'new normal' economy. Led ...

The EZ-Wall System from American Brick Company has revolutionized thin brick installations throughout the United States. Ambrico, creators of the EZ-Wall system, now offer the product with professional installation from contractors certified in thin brick installation. The company offer contractors who are fully trained in the product, and who have completed certification in Ambrico EZ-Wall installations, a program that is operated and overseen by the United States Thin Masonry Association (USTMA). McDonalds, the NFL and MLB, Holiday Inn, LA fitness and other large ...

SalesFUSION announces results for 2010 including 110 new customers and a host of new partners and solutions. SalesFUSION, the maker of SalesFUSION 360, an integrated sales and marketing demand generation platform, today announced its sales results for 2010. The calendar year marked a breakout year for the marketing automation vendor focused on integrating marketing into CRM. SalesFUSION signed 110 new clients/partners in 2010. Said Kevin Miller, EVP Marketing and Sales for SalesFUSION; "This was a breakout year for SalesFUSION. We fully validated our strategy of focusing ...

MedWOW.com, the global online marketplace for medical equipment, is pleased to announce the addition of PayPal as an alternative payment option. The service allows users with PayPal accounts to pay for all services that MedWOW provides, without having to reveal personal financial information and gives consumers the flexibility to use a number of payment means; including credit or debit cards, bank accounts or account balance. PayPal supports Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Discover cards, and bank accounts can also be linked to PayPal to make direct payments. Adding ...

New research* from iPhone insurance (http://www.protectyourbubble.com/business-insurance-for-mobiles-lapto ... dgets.html) specialist Protect your bubble has revealed that 93% of people use their smartphone for business, flagging up just how invaluable these gadgets are becoming and highlighting just how important it may be to have iPhone insurance. The study also showed that surprisingly, although the iPhone is often portrayed in the media as the must-have phone, 24% of those who said they do use their smartphone for business use an iPhone. This is compared to 47% ...

In 2009, over 4,400 motorcyclists were killed in traffic accidents according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Association (NHTSA). That number represents a 16 percent reduction from the previous year when over 5,300 riders died on U.S. roads. Some of that reduction can be attributed to an increase in motorcycle helmet use. Statistics from the NHTSA note that in 2009, 67 percent of all motorcycle riders were regularly wearing helmets in 2009, up from 48 percent in 2005. But despite the recent decline in motorcycle deaths, the number of motorcycle traffic fatalities ...

On September 27th, 2010, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) issued a new rule prohibiting drivers of commercial motor vehicles from texting while driving. Now, the FMCSA has announced a proposed new rule that would ban these same drivers from other uses of a mobile phone -- specifically reaching for, holding or dialing -- while driving. The regulation would make the roads safer for all drivers, and establish an important standard that courts would look to in determining negligence in accidents. A period for comment on the new rule is now open, and ...

The likely successor to the current Chinese premier acknowledged during a recent trip to Europe that his country needs to improve protection of foreign copyrights, patents and trademarks. "China will continue to improve foreign business related laws, regulations and policies, and give protection to intellectual property rights in order to provide a level playing field and a stable, orderly, transparent and predictable market environment for all players," Vice Premier Li Keqiang wrote in an article in China Daily marking his visit to Germany. Responding to German Concerns Mr. ...

In January 2011, New Jersey legislators passed a bill requiring unmarried couples who agree to palimony to put their promises to each other in writing. New Jersey law recognizes both civil unions and domestic partnerships, but under the new legislation, unmarried couples cannot obtain palimony without written agreements. Palimony In a palimony agreement, an unmarried couple declares that one partner will provide financial support to the other partner if the couple's relationship ends. In addition to laying out each person's financial expectations and obligations, ...

A recent decision from the Minnesota Court of Appeals has held that a construction company may not receive full payment from a city for the company's work on a completed construction project. The dispute arose out of a failed residential subdivision project, a scenario likely to be repeated in the wake of the housing boom and bust. The decision therefore may have important implications for construction law and commercial real estate. Development Agreement In early 2007, Percheron Properties, a developer, received approval from the City of Avon, Minnesota, to build ...

Because they weigh up to 80,000 pounds, when tractor trailers and other heavy trucks are involved in accidents, the consequences are likely to be serious. Any actions that help to reduce the number of truck accidents will help improve the overall safety of the roads and reduce the frequency of serious injuries. In an effort to reduce truck accidents, federal regulations have required all newly manufactured semi-trailers and trucks to have Antilock Braking Systems (ABS) since 1998. However, it was not clear how effective this requirement had been in reducing truck accidents ...

Most would think government aircraft are some of the safest in the country. As it turns out, this is likely not the case. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) said the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), which regulates airlines, lacks the authority to regulate the safety of aircraft operated by state and local governments or other federal agencies. The NTSB chairman, Deborah Hersman, said such aircraft are safety "orphans" with no body responsible for their safety. Tragic Accident The NTSB made its stunning finding after recently completing its investigation ...

The number of motorcycle riders has increased in recent years and it is easy to see why: motorcycles are fun to ride, less expensive than cars and more fuel efficient. Unfortunately, riding a motorcycle can also be a risky activity, particularly on crowded highways. According to recent statistics, when an accident occurs, motorcyclists are three times more likely to be injured and five times more likely to be killed than those driving automobiles. If you have been injured or have lost a loved one in a motorcycle accident, contact a North Carolina motorcycle accident attorney ...

Atlanta moving company Coast 2 Coast Moving & Storage recognizes the benefits for potential movers during the wintertime, the off-season for moving companies. The flexibility afforded by moving over the winter is an attractive alternative for many over the busier summertime months. When most families choose a time to move, school schedules play a major factor. Moving during the summer avoids the hassle of removing children from school, and the summertime is often more conducive to taking time off from work as well. Because the summer is the peak season for the moving ...

Hampton Inn & Suites Atlanta Galleria Hotel, an affordable Smyrna Georgia hotel, is the perfect place for fan to stay who are traveling in town for Clay Aiken's Tried & True Tour. Aiken will take the stage at Cobb Performing Arts Centre at 8:00pm on February 16, 2011. He will perform songs off his newest and fifth studio album, "Tried & True," featuring classic songs including "Unchained Melody," "Suspicious Minds," "Can't Take My Eye's Off You," and "Mack the Knife". First made famous in 2003 on the hit TV show American Idol where he was runner up, Clay Aiken is a singer, ...

Super 8 Monroe North Carolina Hotel offers affordable accommodations to families and friends attending Wingate University's upcoming musical production of 'Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very bad Day'. The play will take place 7:00pm on February 11 and at 3:00pm on February 12, 2011. Wingate University, which is a private residential liberal arts university, is only 5 miles of this Monroe NC hotel. The musical 'Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very bad Day' is based on the 1972 children's book. In the story Alexander wakes up with gum in ...

Hampton Inn Gaffney Hotel offers convenient lodging to guests attending Limestone College's theater production of 'Almost, Maine.' The show will be held February 24 through 26, 2011 at Limestone Theatre Center. Limestone College, a four year Christian, non-denominational college, is located only miles from this Gaffney South Carolina hotel. Almost, Maine is an American comedy that tells the story of couples that fall in and out of love. It is comprised of nearly a dozen two-character vignettes that explore the joys and perils of romance. The story takes place on a star-filled ...

ATLANTA, GA, February 02, 2011 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Holiday Inn Express & Suites Atlanta Perimeter Hotel (North) near Dunwoody, GA offers convenient accommodations to guests attending the production of JM Barrie's Peter Pan. The show will take place Pemberton Place. Located adjacent to World of Coca Cola in downtown Atlanta, Pemberton Place is a state-of-the-art circular theatre tent constructed to reach 100 feet high and providing over 1200 tiered seats. Atlanta audiences can enjoy Peter Pan, which is playing now through March 20, 2011. This production tells the classic ...

The Hampton Inn & Suites Atlanta Airport Hotel (North, I-85) is offering 20% savings on Best Available Rates to guests. Now through December 31, 2011 if travelers book any weekend (at any participating Hampton Inn property) they will receive this special savings. As always, guest accommodations include: - Free hot continental breakfast - Complimentary high-speed Internet access - Clean and fresh Hampton bed TM "Perfect for business and leisure travelers, the Hampton Inn & Suites is the ideal place to stay in the area," explain Kelli-Ann Gordon, the Atl Airport hotel's ...

Amusement Management Partners LLC (AMP) announced today that Steve Honeycutt has joined the team as General Manager of Magic Springs & Crystal Falls in Hot Springs, AR. A theme park industry veteran with more than 34 years experience, Steve joins the Magic Springs team from Elitch Gardens theme park where he served as General Manager. Previously, Honeycutt worked for industry leading operators, including; Kings Entertainment, Anheuser-Busch, and Hershend Family Entertainment Group. "Steve Honeycutt brings a solid history of management, especially in the area of park ...