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Colorado Real Estate Brokers to Benefit from New Metrolist Partnership

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Denver’s Largest MLS Teaming With Hillside Software To Provide Full Suite Of Real Estate Tools

Denver, CO, January 24, 2012 – Metrolist®, the largest Multiple Listing Service (MLS) serving Colorado, announced it has entered into a partnership with Hillside Software®, a provider of Real Estate Technology Software Systems, to deliver a variety of technology tools to Front Range real estate professionals.

Metrolist will provide Virtual Office, Hillside’s flagship product, along with other online tools–available to its 14,000 members as of January 4.

“Hillside Software has been a market leader in Denver for over 15 years,” said James T. Wanzeck, Metrolist Board Chairman and President of RE/MAX Masters, “and this arrangement allows us to make the firm’s top products available to all of our members. The partnership will enable real estate brokers to better serve the needs of today’s home buyers and sellers.”

Greenwood Village-based Hillside Software has developed a full suite of real estate software ranging from MLS productivity tools to online marketing services for real estate brokers.

“We’re excited to be able to bring Virtual Office to real estate brokers with Metrolist,” said Alex Levy, Hillside Software President. “With the economic recession and slower housing market, our customers are looking for ways to maximize their budgets while still delivering top-notch services for buyers and sellers. Our partnership with Metrolist will allow this to happen in 2012.”

As part of the agreement, Metrolist will augment its services with a set of MLS tools from Hillside Software that includes Virtual Office, a comparative market analysis (CMA) package, a client e-mail alert system, and statistical analysis software. These products, combined with the most accurate housing data available from the MLS, will make Front Range real estate brokers better able to manage the complexities of today’s market.

“Many of our 14,000 members are already familiar with Virtual Office,” said Mr. Wanzeck. “Now they’ll get the professional level package as well as Hillside’s market statistics tool with their Metrolist membership. We’ll be able to deliver more value in 2012 to real estate professionals and give them powerful tools.”

Other Hillside Software products like online marketing and website packages will be made available from the Metrolist Marketplace for purchase.

“When combining the MLS productivity tools with the other ancillary products we offer, Colorado brokers will have very powerful options to grow their businesses,” said Mr. Levy. “This is a very exciting time for us and we’re proud to have been able to put together this important partnership with Metrolist.”

Contact Information:
Melissa Olson
Sr. Manager, Marketing and Sales
molson@metrolist.com
303.850.9576

About Metrolist
Metrolist is the largest MLS in the state of Colorado, supporting the largest network of Realtors with the most comprehensive database of real property listings throughout the Front Range. Realtor-owned since 1984, Metrolist provides leading technology solutions to real estate agents and brokers to better serve buyers and sellers. More information about Metrolist is available at www.metrolist.com.

Contact:
Dan Mahoney
CSG-PR
3225 East 2nd Avenue
Denver, CO 80206
970-405-8060
dmahoney@csg-pr.com
http://www.csg-pr.com

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Ultra Exclusive Offering from Security Benefit Promises Consumer Benefits

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Security Benefit® Corporation, a Guggenheim Partners Company, today announced that four independent marketing organizations (IMOs) have been selected to participate in a unique product manufacturing and distribution model for its subsidiary, Security Benefit Life Insurance Company (SBL)

Topeka, KS, January 23, 2012 – Security Benefit® Corporation, a Guggenheim Partners Company, today announced that four independent marketing organizations (IMOs) have been selected to participate in a unique product manufacturing and distribution model for its subsidiary, Security Benefit Life Insurance Company (SBL).

SBL, marking its 120th year of helping people build retirement savings, also announced plans to launch a fixed index annuity (FIA) product early in the second quarter, specifically designed for exclusive distribution through four select IMOs. The organization became one of the fastest growing fixed index annuity providers in the industry last year with the introduction of its Secure Income Annuity (SIA)*.

“The limited distribution model, implemented with SIA, revealed incredible efficiencies while diversifying the revenue stream. Bringing that success together with elite IMOs who have highly efficient marketing and sales models, allows us to build more benefits into the product that may make it more advantageous for the client,” says Michael Kiley, Security Benefit’s Chief Executive Officer.

Criteria, such as the ability to meet the high demands of top U.S. agent producers and the IMOs’ overall agent service models, were part of the firm selection process. Furthermore, each IMO is limited to an initial 500 agent participants in keeping with the exclusive offering.

As evidenced in the sales results, consumers have been extremely receptive to the Secure Income Annuity. This provided an opportunity for SBL to leverage that success and apply those components to this unique effort. SBL recognized that establishing exclusive partnerships with prestigious marketing groups was a critical part of the equation. Further educating consumers on the advantages of fixed index annuities is important to the organization; an effort they hope further emphasizes their commitment to the FIA marketplace.

A Guggenheim Partners Company
In 2010, Security Benefit was purchased by a group of investors led by Guggenheim Partners, a privately-held, diversified financial services firm with more than $125 billion in assets under supervision. As a Guggenheim Partners company, Security Benefit has moved to capitalize on Guggenheim’s superior general account management capabilities to provide more consumers with better retirement income solutions.

With focus on retirement income for our clients, Security Benefit built on its long history of product development to become one of the fastest growing retirement product providers in the industry. With the launch of the firm’s first fixed index annuity last year, Security Benefit has garnered much attention with their growth and has quickly become one of the leading issuers of FIAs in the U.S.

About Security Benefit
Security Benefit, a Guggenheim Partners Company, is a leading provider of retirement plan services throughout the nation, and offers a variety of compelling and customized annuity products. The firm’s se2 division is an award-winning and nationally recognized provider of administrative services for the insurance and financial services industry. To learn more, go to www.securitybenefit.com.

About Guggenheim Partners
Guggenheim Partners, LLC is a privately held global financial services firm. The firm provides investment management, investment banking and capital markets services as well as insurance and investment advisory solutions for institutions, corporations, governments and agencies, investment advisors, family offices and individuals. Guggenheim Partners is headquartered in New York and Chicago and serves clients from more than 25 offices in nine countries.

The Security Benefit Secure Income Annuity (Form 5800 (11-10) and ICC10 5800 (11-10)), a flexible premium deferred fixed index annuity contract, is issued by Security Benefit Life Insurance Company. Product features, limitations and availability may vary by state. Not available in all states. Not a deposit. Not insured by any federal agency. Guarantees are backed by the financial strength and claims-paying ability of Security Benefit Life Insurance Company. May go down in value.

*According to a ranking from AnnuitySpecs.com’s Indexed Sales & Market Report, 3Q2011, of all the Indexed Annuity products sold, Security Benefit went from unranked on 1/1/2011 to number 13 in Indexed Annuity Sales as of 9/30/2011.
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Contact:
Laura Parsons
CSG PR
3225 East 2nd Avenue
Denver, CO 80206
303-887-2911
lparsons@csg-pr.com
http://www.csg-pr.com

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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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.

Press & Media Contact:
Mitesh M Kapadia
Sentinel Public Relations Pvt Ltd / Sentinel Advertising Services
B-603, Samajdeep
Near Bhanu Park/Seasons Restaurant
Adukia Road, Off S V Road
Kandivli (W), Mumbai 400 067. INDIA
Tel: (91 22) 28625131/32
Cel: +91 98205 03876
Fax: (91 22) 28625133
mitesh@publicrelationindia.com
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http://www.medicalfair-india.com

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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

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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

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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
http://maps.google.com/maps/place?q=landlheatingandair&hl=en&cid=7341777715048532267

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Whichwarehouse Rising In Google Rankings And Attracting More Business For Advertisers

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Whichwarehouse’s marketing team have scored number one rankings in Google search results, making it easier than ever for their advertising clients to generate business.

The Logistics Broker and Directory’s profile and business has recently been boosted by their prominence in search engine results pages, which is securing website traffic from thousands of companies and individuals looking for warehouses across the UK.

Our company features on the first page of search results for many warehouse-related search terms, including “warehousing”; an understandably competitive term. Perhaps most impressive is that if the phrase “warehouse space” is Googled, www.whichwarehouse.com is the top result. This means that Whichwarehouse generates more clicks than any other company on that page, and therefore more clients looking for warehouse space and services.

As the UK’s leading warehousing sourcing website, Whichwarehouse advertises warehouse space from owners and uses its matching services to source it to companies and individuals requiring such warehouse services.

This unique service has provided warehouse owners across the UK with new customers, helping to fill their pallet spaces, and with a huge 60 million sq ft of warehousing space advertised, the Whichwarehouse database is becoming the first port-of-call for warehouse owners, manufacturers and suppliers.

For warehouse operatives, the website’s advertising package consist of a directory full page advert showing details of the facility, contact details, the company logo and a photograph of the premises, which will result in direct enquiries by potential customers being made. Whichwarehouse also provide advertisers with a Tracked Company Report, valuable marketing information which we have tracked into which companies are searching Whichwarehouse for warehousing. This information can then be used in your in-house marketing and sales. The final part of the package offers a Matching Service, providing advertisers with the opportunity to quote on enquiries received by the Whichwarehouse team.

Whichwarehouse’s service has proved an undeniable success, with our team constantly receiving positive feedback from warehouse owners who have used our advertising services and clients we have found warehouse space for.

Trevor Smith, Director of QTR, said:

“I’m very impressed with the service that we received from Whichwarehouse; their service and accurate information has helped us take on additional business. My only regret is that I should have contacted them years ago”.

Similarly, Mark, from company White Arrow, said:

“We’ve placed four sites on Whichwarehouse and can confirm that they have been extremely active in generating business for us. Already we have agreed a small deal after only a few months into our arrangement”.

Whichwarehouse’s recent search engine success may be down to SEO company (search engine optimisers), who have optimised our site and advertising content to allow for its success in search rankings. But no amount of optimising will work without a successful business model, and the unique services offered by Whichwarehouse are proven to dramatically increase the likelihood of your warehouse space being rented out.

Michelle Sheldon, Whichwarehouse’s Business Development Manager, said:
“We are really proud of our search engine rankings. As we have moved up in the Google rankings we are matching more and more warehouse owners with manufacturers and suppliers who want to find warehouse solutions for their commercial goods. Whether it is long-term, short-term or temporary warehouse requirements our clients are looking for, Whichwarehouse can find them a solution. If our customers are happy, we are happy”.

Many more warehouse owners are beginning to realise just how Whichwarehouse can assist in achieving more clients for their business and fill their available space. With many more businesses and individuals searching the Internet for their requirements nowadays we are even more pleased with our recent online success and looking forward to an even more successful year in 2012.

“We are extremely pleased with the improvements we are seeing in the rankings of Google, as are our advertisers. Each new warehouse related keyword receiving first page ranking means more visibility for our advertisers, resulting in more interest for their businesses. It’s a great start to 2012 and we look forward to seeing more improvement in the forthcoming months”

Michelle Sheldon, Whichwarehouse Business Development Manager.

Warehouse operators can post their storage space on Whichwarehouse by clicking here.

Contact:
Whichwarehouse
Michelle Sheldon
0800 783 7842
info@whichwarehouse.com
www.whichwarehouse.com

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The Women’s Institute of Negotiation Presents One-Day Boot Camp at USC, UCLA and UC Irvine

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The Women’S Institute of Negotiation Presents how to Negotiate in a Man’s World Without Compromising your Values One-Day Boot Camp

Los Angeles, CA, January 19, 2011 – The Women’s Institute of Negotiation presents how to Negotiate in a Man’s World Without Compromising your Values One-Day Boot Camp–a one-day intensive training, which goes beyond exploration of potential barriers that may hold women back and teaches women how to reframe their interactions and accurately evaluate their opportunities. Created and taught by Dr. Yasmin Davidds, women learn how to ask for what they want in a manner congruent with their values, taking into account the social forces that may impact their working relationships. Emphasis is placed on the acquisition of essential negotiating and leadership skills. During this highly interactive program, women will learn to negotiate in accordance with internationally recognized best practice techniques, and discover their own negotiation style. They will discover how to use their natural strengths and will gain confidence in those areas where they are least confident now. The program prepares women to negotiate in a professional manner, improving their bottom line results and relationships with clients, colleagues and stakeholders.

The Institute will host the one-day How to Negotiate in a Man’s World without Compromising Your Values One-Day Boot Camp at three convenient university locations:

February 10, 2012 (USC) University of Southern California

April 13, 2012 (UCLA) University of California – Los Angeles

May 11, 2012 (UC IRVINE) University of California – Irvine

Registration begins at 8:30 am with the program concluding at 5:30 pm. Seating is limited, pre-registration is advised.

Registration is only $99 for the first 60 participants, thanks to funding from BIC International, a corporate sponsor of The Women’s Institute of Negotiation, is the world leader in stationary, lighters and shavers and one of the most recognized brands in the world.

For more information or to register visit www.womennegotiationinstitute.com

About the Women Negotiation Institute’s Training

The mission of The Women’s Institute of Negotiation is to empower women with the skills, strategies and techniques to negotiate effectively.

The Women’s Institute of Negotiation utilizes simulations, case studies, discussion and individualized coaching that provides women with experiential negotiation training that will enable them to build the psychological strength to not only ask for what they want, but feel great doing so. The Institute’s two-part program is embedded in the belief that negotiation is 80% Psychology and 20% mechanics. The Institute’s main objectives are to empower women to ask for what they want and to help women develop the skills, strategies and techniques to negotiate for what they want effectively. www.womennegotiationinstitute.com.

About Dr. Yasmin Davidds:
Dr. Yasmin Davidds is an international bestselling author, women’s empowerment and negotiation specialist and an expert in the world-renowned KARRASS negotiation program. As one of the top leading female negotiation experts in the U.S. and Latin America, Dr. Davidds has trained and consulted thousands of corporate leaders in over 200 blue chip companies throughout 22 countries in the art and skill of negotiation. To learn more about the work of Dr. Davidds, please visit www.yasmindavidds.com.

Contact:
Loreena Garcia
Program Assistant
Women’s Institute of Negotiation
5042 Wilshire Blvd #17102
Los Angeles, CA 90036
(866) 857-9879
lgarcia@womensinstituteofnegotiation.com
http://www.womennegotiationinstitute.com

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Coca-Cola Installs Acoustifence(r) Noise Barrier Fencing On Its Bay City Michigan Plant

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Coca-Cola has completed installation of Acoustifence® noise barrier fencing along the west perimeter of its Bay City plant, bringing to an abrupt halt those noise issues that had been plaguing neighbors in the surrounding community and attracting local news organizations as the outcry from area residents grew.

Architect Jack Zelazny of Dearborn, Michigan, acting as a consultant to Coca Cola’s contractor Kirco Manix, chose Acoustifence noise barrier fencing for the core of the 300 foot wide noise barrier project designed to alleviate noise from idling delivery trucks at the plant that had been plaguing neighbors in the South End Community.
Zelazny said the initial plan was to construct a 30 foot acoustical metal fence along the perimeter roadway to address the problem, but he nixed the idea in favor of something significantly less expensive and more aesthetically pleasing to the community’s residents.

“I didn’t think it was appropriate for the neighbors to have to stare at a 30 foot industrial metal fence from their small residential yards,” Zelazny said. “I really wanted to find something more organic and natural.”

After researching sound barrier fencing options, he found Acoustifence, a product of Acoustiblok, Inc. in Tampa Florida, and discussed his options with acoustical consultant Paul Getts of Acoustiblok. After conferring with Getts, Zelazny moved ahead with construction of a grass covered, 300 foot wide berm that incorporated a nine foot high Acoustifence barrier and landscaping for an attractive roadside aesthetic. The project was completed in the final weeks of December, and both company officials and neighbors rang in the New Year with their new found peace and quiet.

“The Acoustifence went up flawlessly, and it’s not unpleasant to look at,” Zelazny said. “When we covered it with the dark green acoustical fabric covering it looked natural and organic, as we had hoped.

“But the real surprise was the immediate impact it had on the noise.”

Zelazny said the plant noise measured at 89 decibels before installation of the Acoustifence began, and registered at 68 decibels immediately after the Acoustifence went up. His hope was to lower the noise by 20 decibels, a figure that was exceeded at the plant, and more than doubled at the neighboring residence as soon as the Acoustifence was put in place. A reading taken at the adjacent residential property registered in the low to mid 40 decibel range.

“It exceeded my expectations, I think it exceeded everyone’s expectations,” he said.“The people at Coca Cola are happy with it, and most importantly the neighbors in the surrounding community are happy with it.

“I couldn’t speak more highly of it.”

Lahnie Johnson, president and founder of Acoustiblok, Inc., said that the application of Acoustifence in the bottling plant’s noise barrier berm was the soft drink company’s best alternative for significantly reducing noise, and respecting the surrounding community’s call for peace and quiet.

“I think Coca Cola acted quickly and responded to the area’s residents as a good corporate neighbor should,” Johnson said. “It’s particularly important that they sought out a serious noise blocking option while respecting the fact that neighboring residents would be living with whatever solution they chose, and viewing it every day – some from their own back yards.”

Acoustifence was designed to address outdoor noise pollution in residential communities, or any community that cares about its appearance.”

ABOUT ACOUSTIFENCE:
Originally developed as a noise barrier on loud offshore oil rigs, Acoustifence is a simple and economical first-step noise abatement solution for both residential and commercial usage.

A 1/8-inch (3mm) thick unique sound deadening material measuring 6 feet (1.82 meters) high by 30 feet (9.14 meters) long with black anodized brass eyelets along the top and bottom edge for easy attachment to any existing fence or structure. Heavy-duty nylon ties are included with each roll. Easily installed or removed in less than one hour, impervious to mold, mildew, and UV, Acoustifence is virtually indestructible. The soundproofing material in Acoustifence is a proprietary formula of the Acoustiblok Corporation, developed and refined over a 10-year period.

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