KiwiCommons.com, a website that provides the most up-to-date youth Internet safety news and resources, is proud to announce its partnership with Internet Control Engine (ICE), a new community-powered web filtering tool for parents and educators. Acting cooperatively, Kiwi and ICE are able to provide a simple yet effective education and software based solution to the growing risks young people face online. Rather than requiring parents and teachers to block, or "blacklist," every website they don't want their kids to see, ICE's exclusive whitelisting technology allows ...

Sally Marks, president of Marks Public Relations, announced the firm has been hired by Author John Noel Hampton to promote his new book, The Wrong Bus, An Urban Christmas Story. The fictional tale, set in Los Angeles centers around Ida, a wealthy, older optimist who sets out to complete her Christmas shopping. However, little does she know the dramatic turn her life will take when she decides to go by bus to save a few dollars and becomes the victim of a brutal assault. Her luck takes a three-sixty turn when Junior, a young African-American student from the wrong side ...

Pure TalkUSA, provider of low cost, no-contract cell phone plans on the GSM network, announces a price reduction of its Unlimited Talk and Text Plan. Where most companies usually offer special price reductions to new customers only, Pure TalkUSA is thanking each customer by automatically reducing their bill- and contacting each customer personally with the news. Pure TalkUSA's Unlimited Talk and Text was originally $48, but now, the company is offering the plan for just $39.95. "We are a family-owned company based in the U.S. with the purpose of helping people save money ...

Inc. magazine today ranked Torrey Hills Technologies, LLC No.1013 on its annual Inc. 5000 list, an exclusive ranking of the nation's fastest-growing private companies. The list represents the most comprehensive look at the most important segment of the economy—America's independent-minded entrepreneurs. To qualify, companies must be U.S. based and privately held and have had at least $100,000 in revenue in 2006, and $2 million in 2009. Rankings are based on percentage of revenue growth from 2006 through 2009. Torrey Hills grew 295 percent during this period. The company ...

Mike Ditka Resorts held its annual "Dinner with Ditka" event this past September 8th, 2010 where contest winners enjoyed a relaxing and entertaining evening of dinner, drinks, and wonderful conversation with Hall of Famer and former NFL Coach of the 1985 Super Bowl Champions, the Chicago Bears, Coach Mike Ditka. The "Dinner with Ditka" event was held at Mike Ditka's namesake restaurant, Ditka's of Oakbrook, where Mike Ditka was accompanied by this wife, Diana. The dinner took place in an intimate and personal setting composed of only 22 guests, giving every person a ...

Christine Shapard, Founding Executive Director of the Colorado Cleantech Industry Association (CCIA) has been appointed Chair of the Green Jobs Colorado Advisory Council (GJCAC) by Donald J. Mares, Executive Director Colorado Department of Labor and Employment (CDLE). The announcement is made jointly by Mares and Shapard. "Colorado's New Energy Economy has set a national precedent in research, innovation and clean-energy job creation. Through legislation and policy, Colorado has been able to create thousands of new jobs across the state," Shapard says. "The Advisory ...

On the heels of being named the best place to find south-of-the-border cuisine in New England, Margaritas Mexican Restaurant is looking to bring that taste and feel of Mexico to upstate New York. Margaritas Mexican Restaurant, a popular restaurant and lounge that's developed a loyal following throughout New England for the past 25 years, has identified upstate New York for a planned four franchise locations in the next five to seven years. "From our world-famous margaritas to our authentic decor and delicious Mexican cuisine, Margaritas Mexican Restaurants are as ...

The Boca Raton criminal defense attorneys of Eric N. Klein & Associates, P.A. are proud to represent clients who are facing accusations related to theft or fraud. Depending on the crime you are charged with, you may be facing felony or misdemeanor penalties, such as high-cost fines, mandatory community service, or even jail time. Because these consequences could have a profound effect on your life, it is imperative to seek the counsel of an experienced attorney to fight for your rights. In addition to handling theft and fraud cases, the Boca Raton criminal defense ...

MetaCommunications today announced that it will be demonstrating the new Workgroups 2010 R2 for Packaging solution at the upcoming Solarsoft Summit 2010 at the Hilton Indian Lakes Resort in Bloomingdale, Illinois, Sept 19 - 21. The new solution uses MetaCommunications' Workgroups 2010 R2 workflow and project management software to provide a solution for managing customer relationships (CRM) and all the workflow and collaboration that take place before a packaging project goes into manufacturing. The software has been tailored for the packaging industry and will integrate ...

Waypoint Construction Consultants, Inc., a professional construction consulting firm based in Needham, Mass. and serving clients on the East Coast and beyond for nearly a decade, has recently named Edward O'Donnell as Pre-development Director and Permitting Specialist. In his new role, O'Donnell, a resident of Boston, will be responsible for overseeing the implementation of comprehensive and cost effective public review, approval and permitting process. O'Donnell brings more than 25 years of valuable industry experience in senior leadership positions in both the private ...

Nicklaus Companies LLC, the company founded by golf legend Jack Nicklaus and privately owned by the Nicklaus family, has partnered with The Targeted Group to develop web services to better connect club members using The Targeted Group's proprietary social media platform—Club Member Connect . The Targeted Group will be implementing a number of social media initiatives for the Nicklaus Companies, including the development and launch of Nicklaus Connect, a proprietary, interactive networking environment. This robust online community will connect an expansive number of golf ...

Wendy M. Behan—who concentrates her practice on personal injury and pharmaceutical products liability—has been promoted to partner at Casey Gerry Schenk Francavilla Blatt & Penfield, LLP, San Diego's oldest plaintiff's law firm. With Behan's appointment, Casey Gerry expands its partnership to seven members. Behan joins longtime partners Gayle Blatt, David S. Casey, Jr., Robert Francavilla, Thomas Penfield and Frederick Schenk, along with recently named partner Thomas Luneau. "Wendy is a widely respected, highly accomplished trial lawyer, and we are thrilled to ...

The Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Northeastern Pennsylvania's (BFTP/NEP) Board of Directors approved the investment of $480,300 in support of regional economic development. The investments are with five early-stage technology companies and three established manufacturers. BFTP/NEP's goal is to help lead northeastern Pennsylvania to a better economic future by building partnerships that develop and apply technology for competitive advantage. To achieve this goal, Ben Franklin staff concentrate their efforts on three key areas: 1. developing early-stage technology-oriented ...

Today she seals the deal as the "Marketing Giant," an industry leader and innovator by opening the first outsourced online marketing & advertising agency in Las Vegas, which is owned by African American women. Goliath Marketing & Advertising opened its doors for business on August 14th, 2010. In this male dominated industry Goliath Marketing & Advertising boasts at the fact that it is the first African-American female owned and operated Internet marketing and advertising agency in the country. The 31 year old Chief Executive Officer Qiana Jones is the former Zappos.com ...

Saloom Furniture's newest collection of modern dining furniture, "Skyline," is now available for consumers seeking simple, strong and sculptural solid wood pieces scaled for city spaces. The line offers a rare position in the contemporary dining furniture market. Saloom has incorporated the influence of years of traditional craftsmanship into the original designs, with solid maple tops and bases and mortice and tenon joint construction. The sets also feature ergonomically shaped seven-layer plyshell chairs that offer "flex" when you sit in them for added comfort. "I ...

After ten years in business, EnableMart, a division of Manufacturers Resource Network and a leader in assistive technology products and distribution, formally unveiled a new corporate brand identity. The new EnableMart brand identity was designed around the desire to celebrate freedom, joy and personal empowerment. The bird was selected as the icon of choice as it embodies the spirit of life without limitations. The updated EnableMart brand combines bright external graphics with an internal commitment to learning, enhancing lives, and empowering customers with the latest ...

New doctors are popping up all the time, and the competition between dentists is always on the rise. In order to keep your practice functioning successfully, it's important to remember that your dental practice is still a business, and when it comes to marketing it needs to be treated as such. Currently about 50 percent of the American population is not accessing dental care on a regular basis. It's not uncommon for people to fear the dentist's office, or to simply procrastinate or deny that they need the annual check-up. Newsletters are an especially great way to get ...

What: AgilePalooza is a community event presented by VersionOne. Meant to be a fun, low cost event linking internationally recognized coaches and trainers with the local software development community, AgilePalooza is a day of collaboration, education and advancement of agile methods. For $69 attendees receive a full day of agile learning, lunch and a choice of participating in one of two tracks; Learning Agility or Advancing Agility. These tracks offer topics ideal for those newer to agile as well as more experienced practitioners. Where: AgilePalooza Seattle, ...

The International Academy of Design & Technology in Seattle (IADT-Seattle) is thrilled to present its annual fashion show, IMAGINE! 2010, Sept. 24 from 8:00-9:30 p.m. in the lobby of Seattle's Benaroya Hall, 200 University Street, Seattle, Wash. "The students have worked hard to produce an amazingly diverse selection of garments. The quality and detail of construction reflects the faculty's support, especially that of Jeanette DeJong," said Monir Zandghoreshi, program chair for fashion design and fashion merchandising at IADT-Seattle. "We have everything from club wear, ...

SolSource is dedicated to making solar more accessible to property owners across Colorado and the rest of the U.S. As such, the company will have three homes featured on the Denver Area Solar and Green Homes Tour, showing the best of solar systems across the Denver-metro area. SolSource's founder and president, Jeff Scott, will lead portions of the Denver Area Commercial Building Solar Tour, highlighting how businesses can also benefit from solar installations. SolSource is a solar engineering, procurement and construction company. The Solar and Green Homes Tour, hosted ...

Proformative, The Resource for corporate finance, accounting, and treasury professionals, today announced the results of an extensive survey of CFOs, Controllers, and other financial professionals regarding the use and understanding of Cloud computing and 'software as a service,' or 'SaaS.' The survey was designed to elicit critical information on what could be the largest change in technology platforms since the emergence of the Internet. Proformative received 432 responses from executives and directors around the country, with responders representing companies of all ...

St. Paul residents have been asking and now Baer 6 Star Services has answered by opening up shop as St. Paul's first online resource with regional presence. While still reeling from the great recession of 2009 all the while still bracing for either a double-dip in 2011 or a slow and burdensome recovery in '11, people in the area are in need of a comprehensive package of services aimed at a personal recovery- economically; and Baer 6 Star has that in their small business and economic service products line. Looking for ways to increase their cash flow, and utilize merchant ...

Idaho residents have been asking and now Decker 6 Star Services has answered by opening up shop as Idaho's first online resource with local presence. With their online platform succinct at http://www.decker.6starservices.com the company is able to reach consumers across the vast expansion known as the Idaho frontier, with great excitement the company is now able to offer their bundle of comprehensive package services aimed at recovery economically. Decker 6 Star has that in their small business and economic service product line and with the economy hitting the state hard, ...

George Tompras and his sister, Renee Bogdanos, were raised in the restaurant business. Taking over Kreis' Restaurant from their father, Byron, who died in 1989, the pair has worked hard to keep alive his passion for food. The restaurant—which was originally owned by Fred Kreis, who retired in the 1960s —has kept its menu fresh over the years. The appetizer list includes chilled pickled herring in cream, "jumbo lump" crab cake, French-fried eggplant, smoked Maine salmon, and chilled Gulf jumbo shrimp—all for under $10. But the main event, of course, is the steaks. ...

The North Carolina Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America (NCPRSA) is partnering with other professional organizations to present the Public Relations & Marketing Seminar 2010, to be held Nov. 3 at the Friday Center in Chapel Hill. This full-day event is continually rated as "highly valuable" by the public relations, marketing, advertising and communications professionals from throughout the Southeast who attend. This year, NCPRSA is proud to partner with the Tar Heel and Nashville PRSA Chapters, as well as International Association of Business Communicators ...