Monthly Archives: January 2012

Consumer Services, Entertainment, Internet & Online, Marketing, Media, Sports

Meet LoveFooty.net – Football Blog Launches New Look Site

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LoveFooty.net one of the webs oldest and most popular football blogs has launched a new look website with improved community & social features.

LoveFooty.net was initially launched at the start of 2007 and features all the latest news, gossip, opinions & football videos from the world’s most popular sport.

The new changes include a fresh design which is fast loading and easy to navigate. This is coupled with close integration with the internet’s top social networks including Facebook, Twitter and Google+ which makes it easier than ever for fans to share their views and content with other fans from across the globe.

Lead project designer James Scott who was in charge of the overhaul had this to say about the new look LoveFooty.net: “We had to completely overhaul the site design and we gave it a fresh lick of colour as the old site was rather bland, just in time for the African Cup of Nations 2012.”

Scott also had this to say about the social networking integration “The staggering growth in social networking sites and huge audiences available for popular topics like sports means we can tap into a huge audience very quickly.”

Not only does LoveFooty.net closely integrate their site with the top social networks but they also participate and engage with football fans worldwide using their social networking accounts on Twitter and Facebook.

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Business, Consumer Services, Financial, Internet & Online, Society

As The Credit Card Industry Suffers Revenue Losses, Consumers In Need Of a New Line of Credit Option

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Overall, the credit card industry earned almost 6% less revenue in 2011 than during the previous year, in large part due to a decrease in the use of credit cards by shoppers and, as a result, less revolving credit that can be subjected to interest charges and fees. While come consumers have made a conscious effort to wean themselves off of spending on credit cards in an attempt to get a handle on their personal debt, others were forced into a credit card-free lifestyle during and after the Great Recession when many card issuers terminated the accounts of risky borrowers. Recent years have seen many lenders competing fiercely amongst themselves in order to pursue only the most creditworthy individuals.

Now with the nation’s economic situation slowly but steadily improving, credit card issuers are feeling more comfortable about relaxing their underwriting standards. This, combined with their acute need to acquire new cardholders in order to shore up some of their revenue losses of late, means that many lenders will looking beyond those with good and excellent credit scores in 2012. This opens up a whole slew of opportunities for people with less-than-perfect credit histories as they can reasonably expect lenders to increase their offering of credit cards for fair credit.

Consumers should beware of rising interest rates on borrowing as credit card issuers flounder to recoup some of their loss of earnings. In fact, experts have reported that going in to the New Year, the average interest rate on consumer credit cards is 15.14%, higher than the 14.75% APR that was the national average just six months ago. One option for consumers to find temporary reprieve from high interest rates is to look into 0 balance transfer credit cards which, when used wisely, can be an invaluable tool when it comes to handling debt.

Credit card companies are going to have to come up with some hard and fast ways to up their revenue over the coming year, whether they resort to raising interest rates, laying off employees, making more unsecured credit cards for bad credit available, some combination of the above or employing another technique altogether.

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Business

The 18th Medical Fair India To Be Held In Mumbai From 2 – 4 March 2012

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Focus on the topics of “Rehabilitation” and “Components” introduced for the first time. This is the oldest running medical exhibition in India with anticipated participation from over 300 exhibitors.

Mumbai, India, Monday – January 23, 2012 — Medical Fair India 2012 ( http://www.medicalfair-india.com ), formerly known as HOSPIMedica India, an international trade exhibition and conference on Diagnostics, Medical Equipment and Technology is to be held at Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai, India from 2nd to 4th March 2012. This global event is jointly organized by Messe Düsseldorf, Germany (organiser of “MEDICA” world’s largest medical trade show) and its Indian subsidiary Messe Düsseldorf India Pvt. Ltd.

Over 300 prestigious manufacturers of medical equipment & technology from over 10 countries including France, Belgium, USA, China, SE Asia, Germany and India shall showcase their modern and most innovative range at the Medical sector’s biggest exhibition. On display will be world-class Hospital Supplies, Surgical Items, Medical Disposables, Rehabilitation Aids, Diagnostics, Hospital Furniture, Radiology & Imaging Equipment, Physiotherapy Equipment, Critical care/Emergency Equipment, Disinfection & Waste Management Systems, Medical Software and Medical Publications.

Medical Fair India is going from strength to strength as the number of exhibitors in the current edition is likely to be more than 300 as against 261 in 2011 and 185 in 2009. The fair had attracted approx. 6000 visitors last year and a further rise in the number of visitors is anticipated for 2012 too.

Medical Fair, which alternates annually between Mumbai and Delhi, is the ideal platform to meet the “Who’s Who” of the sector, to discuss and seal new deals. About 60% of the exhibitors come from countries such as France, Belgium, Malaysia, Taiwan, Korea, the USA and Germany. This is also the first time that the organisers look forward to welcoming exhibitors from Japan and Finland.

The Indian healthcare sector is expected to become a US$ 280 billion industry by 2020 with spending on health estimated to grow 14 per cent annually, according to a report by an industry body. At present the sector is estimated to be around US$ 40 billion and will grow to US$ 78.6 billion by end-2012, Better standard of living, improved education and increasing incidence of lifestyle diseases is triggering a higher demand for modern, quicker treatment methods and newer forms of therapy/diagnosis. The increase in private sector hospitals is also fueling the demand for latest medical technology and equipment.

The fair is supported by Indian associations such as AIMED (Association of Indian Medicals Device Industry), IAPMR (Indian Association of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation) MSAHITA ( Medical Surgical and Healthcare Industry Trade Association) and at the international level, by institutions such as MREPC (Malaysian Rubber Export Promotion Council), CCCMHPIE (China Chamber of Commerce for Import & Export of Medicines & Health Products), KMDICA (Korea Medical Devices Industrial Cooperation Association), Ubi France, SAMD (Shenzhen Association of Medical Devices), Spectaris, GHE (German Health Care Export Group) and the ZVEI (Zentralverband Elektrotechnik und Elektroindustrie e.V.). Cooperative ventures with Indian hospitals such as Fortis and Apollo Hospitals have also already been confirmed.

For further information about the fair, please log onto http://www.medicalfair-india.com or contact Mr Suraj Ullal on +91 -22-66789933 or on ullals@md-india.com at Messe Dusseldorf India.

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Mitesh M Kapadia
Sentinel Public Relations Pvt Ltd / Sentinel Advertising Services
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Technology

CEO Mary Hester Principal for a Day at JC McGill EC

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LAN Systems, a leading Atlanta IT Consulting firm, CEO Mary Hester was the “Principal for a Day” at JC McGill Elementary School in Loganville, Georgia.

Norcross, GA (USA), Monday – January 23, 2012 — LAN Systems, a leading Atlanta IT Consulting firm, CEO Mary Hester was the “Principal for a Day” at JC McGill Elementary School in Loganville, Georgia. The program is a joint venture of the Gwinnett County Board of Education and the Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce. Its objective is to provide CEO-level business leaders a firsthand, authentic look at the operations of today’s schools and the principals who lead them. Leaders observe the rewards, challenges, and satisfaction that come with being the instructional and managerial leader of a modern public school.

Mary shadowed MS. Crystal Collins, Principal of JC McGill EC, during her normal and very busy schedule. Starting by greeting students and staff, they moved to the media center for the morning television broadcast. Classroom visits, a special Thanksgiving lunch with students and parents was a highlight of the day.

“It builds confidence in our future to see happy, engaged students,” said Hester. “The activities were challenging and many focused on science and math. Ms. Collins is a very involved principal who knows all her students and staff. Her level of commitment is remarkable.”

JC McGill is in Loganville, Georgia and serves over 1100 students in kindergarten through fifth grade.

About the Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce:
Gwinnett County remains one of the fastest-growing counties in the United States and has led the state of Georgia in job creation for the past five years. At the center of Gwinnett’s growth and development is the Gwinnett Chamber.

As one of the largest and most successful chambers in the Southeastern United States, the Gwinnett Chamber has a finger on the pulse of the community and is able to identify and target issues of importance to businesses in the county. Within the Chamber, businesses of all sizes have a strong voice and powerful impact on important community issues. For more information, visit: http://www.gwinnettchamber.org

About LAN Systems:
LAN Systems is a leading Atlanta Computer Support company that provides people-focused IT solutions. As technology experts, LAN Systems helps companies make the most of their existing IT investment and choose the right solutions to fuel growth. LAN Systems is a leading provider of IT Solutions for growing businesses in the Metro Atlanta. For more information, visit: http://www.lansystems.com

Press & Media Contact:
Lauren Maxwell
VP of Sales and Marketing
LAN Systems
6015-D Atlantic Blvd
Norcross, GA 30071
770 662-0312
lauren@lansystems.com
http://www.lansystems.com

Business

Bill Ringle to Lead Seminar on How to Quickly Find New Business and Improve Teamwork

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On February 7, learn how to achieve more sales, more growth, and better teamwork in “Recalibrating Your Business GPS: Finding a Productive Direction – Fast!” with business growth strategist Bill Ringle.

Philadelphia, PA, January 21, 2012 – Like a ship without a rudder, businesses without a well-tuned, accurate, and powerful GPS get lost or sink. Bill Ringle will lead a half-day seminar on “Recalibrating Your Business GPS: Finding a Productive Direction – Fast!” on February 7, 2012 at the Laurence A. Baiada Center for Entrepreneurship at Drexel University’s Main Campus in Philadelphia, PA.

A strong economy masks inefficient systems for profitable business growth; to a large degree, start-ups and established small businesses can get by with “networking” and “referrals” when deal flow is strong. Even multimillion-dollar businesses may employ only a small fraction of the means available for acquiring new business and achieving growth. However, in a turbulent economy like we’ve experienced in the United States since 2008, it takes more to grow effectively. You’ve got to tune in to what your customers want and need, establish multiple methods of being strategically visible, and be faster than your competition to respond to requests and fulfill promises. That’s where understanding how your Business GPS works comes into play.

This seminar is designed to equip participants with three powerful tools to recalibrate your Business GPS: one to find and engage qualified buyers faster, one to align your team around building stronger relationships with prospects and clients, and one to support stronger communications among your team.

“Small business is still the engine for economic growth in this country, hiring about 65% of the new jobs in the last 5 years, while corporations have largely been reducing the size of their workforces. With the simple tools and distinctions covered in this program, small businesses can stand out in their fields, attract more business, and sustain that growth over time. Because the rocky economy has conditioned most people to pull back on spending, it creates big opportunities for growth without spending a lot of money on marketing,” says business growth strategist and seminar leader Bill Ringle. “The foundation of business is the strength of your relationships, both inside and outside the organization. By knowing the specific elements of your Business GPS, you will be in a better position to lead your company to growth in the weeks and months ahead.”

Bill Ringle is a nationally known business expert who presents keynotes and seminars on the proven practices of sustainable business growth to associations and business groups. Over 425 of his articles have been published in eNewsletters, web sites, and professional journals, and he has contributed to or authored four published books. He is the former Internet Program Manager for Worldwide Training with Apple, Inc. Ringle serves on privately held company and not-for-profit association boards. He is the former chair of Mid-Atlantic Diamond Venture (MADV), where he prepared and connected hundreds of emerging growth, high tech entrepreneurs to angel investors, and facilitated over $200 MM in early stage investments. Ringle is an alumnus of both Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and Drexel University.

Visit http://www.AskBillRingle.com/GPS-seminar for more details.

Contact:
Meredith Hegg
LearnWell
491 Baltimore Pike, Suite 209
Springfield, PA 19064
610-626-0175
pr@learnwell.com
http://www.askbillringle.com

Entertainment

Derrell Lawrence’s Do You Trust Your Best Friend? Stage Play – You Will Never Look at Your Best Friend the Same Again

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Due to the overwhelming success of the one night only showing of Philadelphia’s own Derrell Lawrence’s stage play Do You Trust Your Best Friend?, an encore presentation of this award winning dramatic production featuring some of the best Philadelphia talent will take place on Saturday, February 11, 2012 at the Temple Performing Arts Center, 1837 N. Broad St., Philadelphia, PA 19122.

Philadelphia, PA (USA), January 21, 2012 — Newly engaged couple, Maurice and April, couldn’t be more excited about their upcoming nuptials. While they have the love and support of their family and friends, trouble stirs when the maid of honor confesses how she really feels about the groom. Watch as relationships are put to the test in Derrell Lawrence’s dramatic tale about commitment, trust, love, and lust.

Starring John Canada Terrell of the Five Heartbeats, Matt Nadu of CW Philly, Derrell Lawrence, Temperance Jaxson, Roni Graham, Jonathan Sober, Mechielle Anderson, and Faye Wooten. Directed by Walter Deshields.

“Derrell Lawrence’s ‘Do You Trust Your Best Friend?’ is one of the year’s most brilliant performances. An excellent display of lies, distrust and betrayal, this theatrical performance will have you wanting more!!!! You will never look at your friends the same again.” – ChitlincircuitReviews.com

For more information on the cast, visit www.doyoutrustyourbestfriend.com Tickets are available at The Liacouras Center box office. They can also be purchased by calling 1-800-298-4200 or visiting www.templeperformingartscenter.org. Show starts at 7:00 pm, doors open at 6:00 pm. Tickets priced $29.50- $39.50.

About the playwright:
Derrell Lawrence (September 18), born and raised in South Philadelphia, PA, is an American actor, filmmaker, writer, director, executive producer and upcoming author. Derrell has earned several awards including, The Highest Achievement for New Filmmaker at the Jokara-Micheaux Video and Film Festival in Georgia, as well as both The Silver Award and The People’s Choice Award from the Philadelphia International Film Festival and Market for his first movie, “Life Isn’t Fair.” He produced another film, “Happy Holidaze,” and also performed in numerous independent films and stage plays. “Derrell Lawrence’s Do you Trust Your Best Friend?” is the first play Derrell has produced which already made a successful stop in Phoenix, Az.

“Derrell has an exceptional gift to tell stories which will definitely entertain you.” – Obba Babatunde (Life, The Temptations, John Q, How High, Half and Half)

To view fan reactions and clips from the previous show, visit: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bsm_8Cx17Tw

The Mic: It Sounds Nice is a company built on providing full service entertainment and media needs including artist management, public relations, music production, and graphic design.

Press & Media Contact:
Tanya Brockenbrough
The Mic: It Sounds Nice
Philadelphia, PA – USA
215-917-8914
tanya.brockenbrough@gmail.com
http://www.doyoutrustyourbestfriend.com

Travel

Precious India Wildlife Tour an Experience of Lifetime

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Tourists come to India gazing for assorted elements to motivate them. While some are evidently here to be cosseted and pampered and crave nothing to come in their way and ruin the quiet mood, there are others looking for exploit and ways to indict and energies them. Although there are assorted means of achieving this, among the most commonly selected are Wildlife Tours India.

Wildlife travel in India is an exclusive way to observe the splendid natural world of the sub-continent. India is a land of lots of geographical, enriching and historic wonders. There is always something for any traveler – from adventure, to art and architectural glees, to awesome locales, seeking calm and recreation and to the exotic wildlife. Due to its immensity and mottled climatic conditions, the tropical ecology of India is discrete from any other place of the area.

The utter number of wildlife reserves and national parks in India is astonishing and wildlife holidays in India are leap to be an exclusive experience. A trip to the National Parks and the reserves of the countryside projects prettiness, that is far more calming and stimulating than the creations of the contemporary world. Beauty presumes a complete new meaning when the Kanha National Park in Madhya Pradesh is discovered. The park which is recognized for its tiger population is as well inhabited by other fierce beasts that comprise pythons and leopards. Opposing to the wild beasts that set the pulse levels racing, the jolly birds and vivacious flora persuade a sense of tranquility within the mind.

Being amid the Wildlife in India is paranormal – for the complete experience that it trades out for you. To be capable to take in the picturesque beauty with its native allure, to assist locals who can take you through the parks and up close to the creatures of the wild, and as well for the experience of living and loving nature in its full force is something only India provides.

Plan a Wildlife Tour in India, if you like excitement and are the adventurous lot. India is blessed with rich flora and fauna. Contact us and have awesome experience of wildlife that you can cherish forever.

Browse on http://www.india-wildlifetours.com/destination-reservation.php for more details.

Contact: Subrato Mukherjee

Go Heritage India Journeys Pvt. Ltd.

403-404, Thapar House, N-161 Gulmohar Enclave,

Community Center, New Delhi – 110049, India

Tel : +91 11 49814981

Fax : +91 11 49814999

Email : info@heritageindiajourneys.com

Business

Important Points to Remember When Hiring an Electrician in Arlington VA

When choosing an Arlington Electrical Contractor for your electrical projects, you’ll want to hire a skilled, licensed and insured company with a strong reputation for a job well done. Because of the prevalence of unlicensed contractors, it’s important to do your homework before hiring an electrician. If you use an unlicensed contractor, you risk many mistakes that could become very costly and/or very dangerous long after the contractor has “finished” the job. It’s always best to hire a licensed and bonded contractor. You should also check a contractor’s license to see that their licensed is up-to-date and that there are no complaints against them. You should ask the contractor to present proof of insurance to you as well.

World-Class Customer Service
When you hire an Electrician in Arlington VA, you’ll want an electrical contracting company that’s dedicated to providing you with the best customer service experience possible. One local company, Certified Electrical Technologies, has service technicians who are not only highly skilled and trained, but also courteous. Throughout each job, they provide you with a positive, quality experience by offering a high level of communication and commitment. This includes everything from the initial consultation to the final clean up. You’ll want your contractor to ensure complete satisfaction, so these are the types of attributes that you should seek out when hiring an electrical contractor.

CET is and always has been a family and locally owned company. Because of this, their owner and employees have a high level of interest in the communities they serve. To help ensure safety and quality, they do not use sub-contractors. Their team of Arlington electricians work directly for the company. Furthermore, they all work on salary, rather than a commission basis. This helps to remove any pressure to “up-sell” customers, allowing CET (and you) to focus on the job at hand, rather than inflating profits. Be sure to add these very important points to your contractor hiring checklist.

When you contact an electrician in Arlington to schedule a job, the electrician should begin by asking you a few basic questions regarding your problem or project, and then they should set up a time at your convenience for one of their electricians to take a further look into your issue. Because of the nature of electrical problems, a solid quote will not be provided until the electrician has taken a closer look at the problem, or evaluated the requirements of your electrical installation. Once they complete the job, you should be billed on a time and materials basis. This means that you will only be charged for the work done and the materials used.
Extensive Electrical Services Offered

Unlike many other electrical contracting companies, CET, your local Arlington electrician, specializes in electrical service calls and electrical repairs. Because of this specialization, they are able to bring a much higher level of expertise to every job. There are many different techniques and materials used for electrical repairs, remodeling and services as opposed to new construction.
If you are looking into smaller jobs like attic fan installation, new outlets, a dimmer switch, replacing smoke detectors or installing fluorescent lighting, this licensed Arlington electrician can handle any of these tasks for you. They can also provide the same level of service for more comprehensive jobs such as home rewiring, new electrical circuits or panel upgrades. When it comes to providing electrical services, there is no job that Certified Electrical Technologies can’t do, so there’s really no need for you to continue searching on the Internet for electrician Arlington.

Your One-Stop Electrician Arlington
In business since 1979, Certified Electrical Technologies has developed a very strong reputation as an one-stop electrical company. With electrical experts in everything from bath fan installations electrical safety assessments, they have the team that you need to complete your project in a quality and timely manner. Their high level of expertise combined with reasonable, competitive pricing and a 100% lifetime guarantee on any electrical work they do makes choosing this Arlington Electrical Contractor an easy choice.

If you’re looking for an electrician in Arlington, VA, look no further than Certified Electrical Technologies. Providing both residential and commercial electrical, their highly trained and certified electricians are committed to providing cutting edge, high quality electrical services in and around the Arlington, VA area.

If you need any electrical work in Arlington, please don’t hesitate to contact us at:

Certified Electrical Technologies
1001 N Fillmore St, Arlington VA 22201
703-269-9875
visit our website Arlington electrician

Business

Aurora CO Heating- A Basic Inspection On Your System Helps

Without proper maintenance, your Aurora CO Heating system will not last as long as it should. By performing simple and regular maintenance, you can decrease the chance that the system will end up needing costly major repairs in the future. A well-maintained HVAC system is one that is functioning properly, thus using energy more efficiently – which is not just good for your heating and cooling budget but also for the environment.
As a general rule, the owner’s manual that accompanied your Aurora CO Heating system when it was installed should be referred to when performing maintenance on the system. This detailed manual will give you a better working knowledge of your system and also usually contains a recommended maintenance schedule that you should follow. Typically, your manual will give you instructions on performing basic inspections to make certain that the system is working as it was designed to do. If you unearth a problem during a basic inspection, it is often best practice to call out a professional to make a repair. An inspection should be performed in early spring and early fall. Early inspections give you a chance to call out a professional for assistance before the peak season when you may need to wait a day or two for help.
Look for any leaking water that might be coming from around your system. Leaking water is an indicator that the system is not draining properly or that the unit is leaking. For peak system performance, it is crucial that the right amount of water is maintained in the system at all times. Thus, a leak or poor drainage can indicate a problem that might be more costly to repair on down the road. Visually inspect all hoses for leaks or cracks, or look for areas that might be weak. Look to see that the condensate tube is draining as it should.

L & L Heating & Air Conditioning
177 Summit View Circle, Parker, CO 80138-4733
(720) 851-1691

Aurora CO Heating
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Non-Profit

Concepts For Non-Profts In Promoting Finances

Nowadays, many non-profit organizations need fresh ideas in fundraising. It is because many of us are having a difficult time when it comes giving away our hard earned money. In fact, even the old ideas in fundraising have grown stale, many people find these ideas uninteresting and not worth their time. Now the question to be asked is: “How to raise money and still keep people interested?” With this article, NPOs will know how they can do it.

It is important that the event NPOs will hold follows the organization’s missions and goals so that they could attract more audience. Furthermore, if they have a popular speaker that they could ask to work for free then the event could attract more crowds even if the crowd would have to pay for tickets just to attend the event. When NPOs host events like concerts and shows where they can sell tickets and raise funds, they ask famous actors or famous singers to perform for free.

NPOs can even collect items that can be put on auction says Start a Non Profit Organization. This fundraising event is among the most successful fundraising ideas and it is among the most popular ideas as well. NPOs can still sell items for fundraising. These items have to be similar from those sold at a grocery store but it would be better if these items are handcrafted and are cheaper than the regular ones.

Fundraising events will not be successful without the public knowing; there should be ads on radio, television or perhaps the Internet. NPOs can then ask for any amount of donation and provide small incentives so that individuals are encouraged to donate. NPOs can conduct contests and promote it with advertisements so that more people are encouraged in joining the contest. Of course, any friendly competition will do such as a baking contest, literary contest or even sports.

However, not every competition is a contest of acquired skills. One fine contest would be holding a contest between followers of the NPO regarding who can raise the most amount of money. The winner of the competition must have a prize but that prize must be within the budget scope of the organization. It would be a whole lot better if the prizes were donated by certain companies or individuals.

If there is enough manpower and time, NPOs can host large events such as bazaars where they can invite different companies to join and sell their products. Well, since the event is for a just cause, businesses must agree to pay a certain amount or donate some of their profit to the NPO. As long as the event is properly organized, everything will be as smooth as silk.