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Financial Services Companies Will Spend $1 Trillion on Telecommunications Services and Equipment Over The Next Five Years, Says Insight Research

MOUNTAIN LAKES, N.J. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The global financial services industry is expected to spend just over one trillion dollars over the next five years on telecommunications services and equipment, says a new market analysis report from The Insight Research Corporation. According to the new market study, spending on telecommunications by Wall Street companies, banks, insurance companies and others in the global financial sector is expected increase at compounded rate of 9.9 percent.

LiifGroup, a Minneapolis-Based Crowdfunding Firm, Announces the Launch of Two Boutique Crowdfunding Sites, Liifmed.com and Liifsport.com

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- LiifGroup, LLC is the first crowdfunding platform created in Minnesota. LiifGroup believes crowdfunding is best done when it matches innovative projects tailored toward diverse marketplaces. Liifmed is an innovative crowdfunding platform geared to bring healthcare solutions to the marketplace.

Atlanta-Based Law Firm to Combine Zealous, Efficient, Dedicated Legal Representation with Down-to-Earth Approach in New Douglasville-Area Office

ATLANTA, Ga. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Boddie Law Firm, LLC, an Atlanta, Ga.-based criminal defense, personal injury and family law practice, has opened its newest office in the Douglasville, Ga. area at 8333 E. Office Park Dr., a short distance from the Douglasville County Courthouse. The new office will serve clients in Douglas County, West Cobb, Carrolton, Chapel Hill, Villa Rica and the other areas surrounding its location.

United Wholesale Mortgage Unveils the Account Success Report (ASR), a Performance Reporting Tool for Brokers

BIRMINGHAM, Mich. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- United Wholesale Mortgage (UWM), a top ten national wholesale mortgage lender, announced that it designed and launched a unique dashboard-level reporting system for brokers. Dubbed Account Success Report (ASR), the proprietary system tracks and analyzes brokers' loan quality, efficiency and production. A monthly report is produced containing key information that gives brokers visibility into their performance and how they can improve their status with UWM.

Ely Winter Festival Celebrates 20 Years with Snow Sculptures and ArtWalk Turning City into Veritable Art Gallery

ELY, Minn. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The 20th annual Ely Winter Festival runs from February 1st through the 10th in the northern Minnesota tourist city known for its local beauty and wilderness. The volunteer Board has announced a celebratory, expanded schedule of events with something for all ages and interests taking place over the Festival's 10-day period for 2013.

Huge Lots of Pavestone Inventory to be Sold

HAGERSTOWN, Md. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Home owners and contractors envisioning spring home improvement projects like building a beautiful patio, walkway, retaining wall or surrounding gardens and pools with pavers from IAAS could save a budget-minded builder thousands of dollars. Offered to the general public as well as special pricing for contractors, handyman companies and decorators, this purchase of surplus inventory by IAAS Worldwide - and now direct to you will be the icing on the cake.

Titan Capital Solutions Expands Correspondent Lending Sales Team with Addition of Joel Veenstra as National Sales Director

DENVER, Colo. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Titan Capital Solutions, a wholly-owned correspondent lending subsidiary of mortgage outsource services provider Titan Lenders Corp., has hired Joel Veenstra, a 24-year financial services sales executive, to lead its burgeoning sales team as national sales director. In addition to his sales leadership duties, Veenstra will be responsible for driving Titan's growth into agency product and a bulk purchasing program in 2013.

Alliance Seeks to Ease Shift to Senior Living and Long-Term Care; LTC Financial Partners and Alternatives for Seniors Join Forces

KIRKLAND, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Today LTC Financial Partners, LLC (LTCFP) announces an alliance with Alternatives for Seniors, the leading senior housing and services online directory.

Orange Leap Shine Brighter Series Features Mark Rhode Speaking On ‘Integrated Marketing for Nonprofits’

DALLAS, Texas (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Orange Leap's monthly Shine Brighter Series of webcasts for nonprofits continues on Thursday, January 17, 2013, 2 p.m. EST, with 'Integrated Marketing for Nonprofits' presented by Mark Rhode, vice president at Russ Reid.

Award-Winning Radio Personality Sheena Metal Celebrates Four Years at LA Talk Radio

LOS ANGELES, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Countering the rapid turnover of 21st century radio personalities, a four-year on-air run is a milestone, especially when it keeps on running. Veteran radio host and personality Sheena Metal recently celebrated her 1,000th broadcast by interviewing LA Talk Radio [...]

DesignWise Medical and Cnicus LLC Awarded $25,000 Grant to Develop Pediatric Feeding Tube Locating Device

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Pediatric non-profit, DesignWise Medical, Inc., in conjunction with Cnicus LLC (Chicago, Ill.) has been awarded a $25,000 grant by the Atlanta Pediatric Device Consortium to continue the development of a medical device used to confirm the correct placement of feeding tubes in infants and children.

Space Settlers – The Next-gen Style Sci-Fi Game Now Available on the Apple App Store

NEW YORK CITY, N.Y. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Digiarty Software today is proud to announce that 'Space Settlers' - the first and adventurous multiplayer online Sci-Fi game for iOS based iPhone, iPad and iPod touch is now available on app store. Upon the release of this online real-time strategy game, intrepid Sci-Fi gamers can embark on numerous Mecha combats and venturesome legion wars on iPhones or iPads.

Virginia Public Schools Now Have Access to the Synergy Education Platform

MESA, Ariz. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Edupoint(TM) Educational Systems, a leading student information system (SIS) solutions provider to the national K-12 market, has been awarded a contract to implement its Synergy(R) Education Platform for the Chesterfield County Public Schools (CCPS) after an extensive evaluation and RFP process.

National Structured Funding Makes National Consumer Announcement of Website Launch

HOUSTON, Texas (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- National Structured Funding(TM) announces the launch of its website and services in 50 states. Buyer of structured settlements, fixed annuities, state lotteries, royalty payments, nationwide.

External Application Reviewers Needed for CDFI Fund Programs

CLARKSVILLE, Md. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Intelligent Fiscal Optimal Solutions (iFOS(R)) Managing Consultants, LLC is seeking applicants to serve as field reviewers in evaluating grant applications submitted to the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Community Development Financial Institutions Fund (CDFI Fund) for the fiscal year (FY) 2013 funding rounds of the Community Development Financial Institutions Program (CDFI Program) and Native American CDFI Assistance Program (NACA Program).

Leading Long Term Care Insurance Distributors Announce Merger

OVERLAND PARK, Kan. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The National LTC Network is pleased to announce the merger of two of its member firms' Long Term Care insurance brokerage operations. Effective January 1, 2013, Individual Commercial Brokerage, Inc. (ICB) and Gelbwaks Executive Marketing Corp. (GEM) are combining their two award-winning and nationally-recognized operations.

Backbone Security Announces New Product Availability – StegAlyzerFS Performs Rapid Field Triage for Detecting Digital Steganography

FAIRMONT, W.Va. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Backbone Security, the global leader in advanced digital steganography detection and hidden information extraction tools, is pleased to announce a new addition to their highly acclaimed StegAlyzer family of products.

Texas Mortgage Bankers Association Announces 2013 Southern Secondary Market Conference

AUSTIN, Texas (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Texas Mortgage Bankers Association (TMBA) today announced that its annual Southern Secondary Market Conference - dubbed 'Connections Focused on Your Future' - will be held at the Marriott Woodlands Waterway Hotel and Convention Center in Houston, Texas on February 12-14, 2013.

Multi-Flow Industries Launches Re-Fuel Energy Drink Can

HUNTINGDON VALLEY, Pa. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Multi-Flow Industries, a fountain-beverage manufacturer and distributor for over 75 years, recently introduced one of its best-selling brands - Re-Fuel(TM) - in a 16 ounce can. This product launch represents the premier introduction of a ready-to-drink beverage from the company that helped to revolutionize energy drinks available for nightclubs and bars in a bag-in-box package.

Jane Bach to Appear at LAWIM Singer-Songwriter Night at M Bar

HOLLYWOOD, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Jane Bach, writer of hit songs for Reba McEntire, Jo Dee Messina and many others, joins four noted artists in a special performance on Wednesday, January 9, for the next Singer-Songwriter Night presented by the Los Angeles Women in Music [...]

Nine Georgia Business Brokers Named to Million Dollar Club with $40 Million Sold

ATLANTA, Ga. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Nine members of the Georgia Association of Business Brokers helped entrepreneurs buy and sell more than $40 million worth of small and medium businesses in 2012. 'The Georgia market for buying and selling businesses remains strong with a large number of buyers with the financial ability to make significant purchases,' said GABB's 2013 President Matt Slappey.

Edupoint’s Synergy Special Education Receives Endorsement from CASE

MESA, Ariz. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Edupoint Educational Systems, a leading student information management systems provider to the national K-12 market, has received an endorsement for their Synergy(R) Special Education (SE) solution from the Council of Administrators of Special Education (CASE). CASE is an international organization whose mission is to identify, shape, and disseminate effective policies and practices in the field of special education.

Multi-Flow Industries Proudly Announces Its 2012 Food Safety Rating from Silliker

HUNTINGDON VALLEY, Pa. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Multi-Flow Industries, proudly announced its prestigious 2012 Silliker 3rd Party Food Safety Audit, which landed the manufacturer of fountain-dispensed beverages a score of 98.4 percent. The audit covered Food Safety as well as GMP requirements.

Medical Care Alert Earns 2012 Angie’s List 'Super Service' Award

NOVI, Mich. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Medical Care Alert, a national provider of emergency medical alert systems for senior citizens, has earned the 2012 Angie's List Super Service Award in recognition of superior customer service. This recognition is only awarded to the top 5 percent of all companies rated on Angie's List, the nation's leading provider of consumer reviews on local service companies.

Soaring Wireless Data Traffic Creates Opportunities in Bandwidth Leasing

NEW YORK, N.Y. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- According to a new report from Thintri, Inc. (www.thintri.com), scarcity of wireless bandwidth is creating extraordinary opportunities in bandwidth leasing, particularly in wireless systems. The global telecommunications industry faces an imminent crisis in growth of mobile data traffic, and its inability to meet growing demand with the industry's present (and planned) infrastructure.

For Parents and Families: Winter is the Time to Plan for Summer Camp

NEW YORK, N.Y. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- It may be hard to believe, but the time to think about summer camp is now - especially for parents of children with special needs. Camps open registration in the winter, and space and financial assistance is limited. By March, many camps are already full. Parents can meet experts from over 70 summer programs serving children and teens with special needs at the FREE 28th Annual RCSN Special Camp Fair.

Lakewood College Continues to Support Military Personnel and Their Families

LAKEWOOD, Ohio (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Lakewood College is pleased to announce its continued effort and support to improve educational funding opportunities for spouses of military personnel. The Military Friendly awarded school is helpful in assisting spouses find no-cost funding, utilizing available benefits received by families where one spouse serves in the armed services. When military [...]

Make 2013 a Year Without Head Lice!

BRIDGEPORT, Conn. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Head lice love the holidays as much as kids do, says George Coleman, founder of Dermedics Laboratories and master-mind behind the only non-toxic, FDA registered head lice treatment and repellent used by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services [...]

Envy Corner Free Merchandise Giveaway

LOS ANGELES, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — What if someone let you have ANY item from their website worth $80 for free? What would you do? Well, here is your chance to be that person. Envy Corner (www.envycorner.com) is offering this opportunity only until February 14. [...]

United Nations Publication Describes Terrorist Use of Steganography

FAIRMONT, W.Va. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) released a publication titled “The use of the Internet for terrorist purposes” in September 2012 that describes use of steganography by terrorists for covert communications, says Backbone Security. Steganography is an [...]

Greatest Boom Ever Releases iPhone App

CALGARY, Alberta, Canada (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Greatest Boom Ever (greatestboomever.com) has released an iPhone App of its popular real estate and investing information site. “This new iPhone App allows investors to check information contained on the website www.greatestboomever.com in the most accommodating fashion possible via [...]

Write Away, Inc. Benefits from Local Outsourcing

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Patience pays off. After several months of business development and research, Write Away, Inc. announces that its pavement-pounding techniques have paid off. “While business has been steady, we’ve been focused on bringing the business to the next level. Planted seeds [...]

New Update! EaseUS Todo Backup 5.5 Now Introduces Multi-Language Versions for a Better User Experience

NEW YORK CITY, N.Y. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EaseUS Software as an innovative software developer for providing cost effective solutions for storage management and data protection, today released version 5.5 of its family of EaseUS Todo Backup products. The latest version now supports six languages, including English, German, Spanish, French, Italian and Japanese.

United Fidelity Funding Named a Top 25 Tech-Savvy Lender for Third Time

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- United Fidelity Funding Corp. (UFF), a national wholesale and retail mortgage banker, announced that it earned a spot on Mortgage Technology magazine's 2012 Top 25 Tech-Savvy Lenders and Servicers list for the third time.

Delta Dental of Oklahoma Oral Health Foundation Names Inaugural ‘Oral Health Hero’

TULSA, Okla. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Delta Dental of Oklahoma Oral Health Foundation is pleased to name D. Michael Spradlin, DDS, of Tulsa as the recipient of its first Oral Health Hero Award, a new program to recognize the contributions of volunteer dentists across the state.

Big Bay Brewing Co. Celebrates The Arrival of Winter in Wisconsin with Portside Porter Limited Edition Craft Beer

MILWAUKEE, Wis. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- In celebration of winter and the festive winter holidays, Big Bay Brewing Co.(R) has introduced its newest craft beer, Portside(TM). The porter style beer is the third limited edition brew to be introduced by the Shorewood, Wisconsin-based craft brewer.

New Book Outlines How to Make Money in This Economy

CALIFON, N.J. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- With the real estate market in flux and money for property investment tight as a drum, this might not be the best time to publish a book on property investment or on 'how to be a landlord.' DJV Murphy considered the current market conditions as the backdrop to his latest book 'So You Want To Be A Landlord: Tales From The Crypt' (ISBN-13: 978-1461087014). He ventures there is no bad time to invest in property.

New Release! EaseUS Brings Reliable Email Recovery Solutions to Recover Lost, Deleted Emails and Repair Damaged and Corrupted PST Files

NEW YORK CITY, N.Y. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- As an innovative software developer for providing cost effective solutions for storage management and data protection, EaseUS Software introduces an email recovery solution - EaseUS Email Recovery Wizard 2.1 to all computer users.

New Underground Book ‘Family Tiez’ Goes Mainstream in eBook Format

WILMINGTON, Del. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- On December 16, 2008, The News Journal, Wilmington, Delaware's largest local newspaper, ran a cover story with headline: Urban fiction author pleads guilty to drug trafficking: 10 counts could get the Wilmington man life in prison. This story was about Mustafaa As-Salafi, the author of 'Family Tiez' (ISBN: 978-0976224310 paperback; Level V Publishing), an underground, nationwide, bestselling novel that chronicles the story of a large-scale, illegal drug distribution enterprise in the Tri-State area.

Telovations Receives 2012 INTERNET TELEPHONY Product of the Year Award – VocalQ Recognized for Innovation

TAMPA, Fla. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Telovations announced today that TMC, a global, integrated media company, has named VocalQ as a recipient of the 2012 INTERNET TELEPHONY Product of the Year Award. VocalQ measures the context and content of voice communications. Unlike traditional recording and reporting, that measures quantitative and descriptive data, VocalQ also records and alerts on the quality of interactions.

Zen-tinel Partners with Safety, Claims and Litigation Services, LLC

INDIANA, Pa. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Zen-tinel, a national manufacturer and distributor of mobile surveillance systems is pleased to announce it has partnered with Safety, Claims and Litigation Services, LLC (SCLS), an affiliate of National Interstate Insurance Company, to provide Accident Event Recorder (AER) technology to school bus contractors. As a preferred vendor partner, Zen-tinel is offering camera systems which are proven to enhance driver performance, reduce accidents and save lives.

Healthy Hannah’s Picture Book Joins in the Fight Against Childhood Obesity

LAS VEGAS, Nev. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A new book, 'Healthy Hannah's Fitness Fables: A Promise to Yourself' (ISBN: 978-0-9852773-0-7) published by KidsProsper Publishing, pairs father-daughter authors in the fight against childhood obesity.

New Update! EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard 5.6.5 Brings Easy-to-use and Safe Data Recovery Solutions

NEW YORK CITY, N.Y. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EaseUS Software, a leading provider of data backup and disaster recovery and storage management solutions for Windows environment, continues to provide PC and server users the most complete and reliable products since its inception. Its newly updated data recovery software EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard 5.6.5 has always been the most reliable and complete software to retrieve lost data.

Digiarty Unveils Christmas Giveaway with More than Free DVD Copy Software

NEW YORK CITY, N.Y. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Digiarty Software, a world-famous software company for multifarious multimedia enjoyments, announced the best 2012 Christmas gift for all PC users. WinX DVD Copy Pro, the top-rated DVD backup software for copying a DVD to DVD disc and ISO image, is totally free from Dec. 14 to Dec. 20, 2012. The second round giveaway with different software will be live from Dec. 21 to Jan. 2.

Graham Local School District Implements Energy Conservation Projects Thanks to Energy Optimizers, USA

TIPP CITY, Ohio (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Don Burley, District Operations and Services Supervisor at Graham Local School District, announced that the District has begun implementing an energy conservation project to reduce energy usage and save taxpayer dollars. 'We look forward to not only the financial savings for the Graham Local School District, but also the positive impact on the environment.' Energy Optimizers, USA has been working with the District to develop complete turn-key energy conservation solutions.

Telecommunications Capital Expenditures Spending to Hit $1.2 Trillion over Five Years, says Insight Research

MOUNTAIN LAKES, N.J. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Capital expenditures (capex) by telecommunications service providers globally is expected to increase at a compounded rate of 1.5 percent, from $207 billion in 2012 to $223.3 billion in 2017, says a new market analysis report from The INSIGHT Research Corporation. According to the new market study, capex in the various global regions will be very uneven.

A Gift That ‘Gives Back’ to Aging Parents: Long-Term Care Insurance

KIRKLAND, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Why are some middle-aged Americans buying long-term care insurance (LTCi) for their aging parents? It's partly because Mom and Dad may need help with the tasks of daily living, but can't afford a policy to pay for it, according to Denise Gott, National Sales Manager of LTC Financial Partners, LLC (LTCFP).

Ecologic Completes First Transaction in The Republic of Zambia

WASHINGTON, D.C. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Ecologic Leasing Services announced today that the company has completed its first equipment financing transaction in the Republic of Zambia in Southern Africa.

2012 Battalia Winston Survey Finds Corporate Holiday Parties are Making a Comeback; Executive Search Firm’s Study Reflects Economic Improvements

NEW YORK, N.Y. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- More companies will revisit their tradition of holding holiday parties this year, according to the 24th annual survey of corporate America's holiday party plans conducted by Battalia Winston, a leading global executive search firm.

Equation Technologies Named 2012 VAR Star

TORONTO, Ontario (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Equation Technologies announced today that it has been named to Bob Scott's Insights 2012 VAR Stars. Equation Technologies was one of five Canadian firms included on the list of 100 North American VARs.

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