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Mumbai to Host the 3rd Edition of “World Tea & Coffee Expo” ™ 2015

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* International destination Mumbai ensures substantial participation of Indian & International companies. * Global Market for RTD Tea & Coffee growing at a healthy rate annually. * Buying delegations from Iran, Dubai, Nepal, Russia & UK planned.

Mumbai, India, January 16, 2015 — Mumbai, the commercial capital of India, shall host the 3rd World Tea & Coffee Expo 2015, India’s only International trade show dedicated to the Tea & Coffee Sectors. With over 100 exhibitors from 10 countries and dedicated country pavilions, this International Tea Coffee show in India promises an even bigger presence to provide the perfect environment for the hot beverage industry to meet face-to-face and develop real business opportunities. The 2015 edition is to be held at Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai INDIA from 1st Oct to 3rd Oct 2015 and shall cater to a prospective visitor base of over 6000 buyers from across India and abroad – up from the visitor count of 4100 witnessed during the second edition held in Sept 2014.

In addition to a display of innovative and exotic products, machineries, accessories, technologies, vending machines and certifications from the entire gamut of the Hot beverage sector, additional activities planned at the Expo include: B2B match-making, Workshops & Championships, a High Level 2-day Conference by Industry leaders, academicians and policy makers, export/import guidance kiosks, Knowledge zone etc.

Says Priti M Kapadia, Director, Sentinel Exhibitions Asia P Ltd, the organizer of the show, “Mumbai is a city where the best and the most serious converge for doing business. Mumbai attracts the serious players from the length & breadth of India and also from aboard which results in high value deals and alliances. The 2015 edition of this unique trade fair will also see buying delegations from Iran, Nepal, Dubai, and Russia.

The stupendous success of the 2nd World Tea & Coffee Expo 2014 @ Mumbai, INDIA in September 2014, has established this Expo as the official Industry show with just two editions under its belt. This is India’s only International Trade Show dedicated to Tea & Coffee and is supported by Ministry of Commerce through Tea Board of India and leading associations and chambers from across the world have pledged their support to this important industry initiative.

The Expo offers huge potential for appointing Distributors, Bulk orders, joint ventures, franchising, networking, knowledge-sharing, meeting government officials, marketing alliances, and overall branding. WTCE has become the platform for the launch of new and exotic tea & coffee products. For a visitor, Workshops and seminars are the other important part of the event, which will help them to understand the depth of this industry, gain knowledge, understand benefits and also to taste the products on the spot. Skill development shall be the main theme of the workshops which will be conducted by experts in the field. Adds Kapadia, “For the International Tea & Coffee conference, we are in touch with a number of international speakers and some of them have already confirmed.”

The global market for RTD (Ready-to-Drink) Tea and Coffee is expected to reach $125 billion by 2017 with an annual growth rate of 11%. The Asia-Pacific region is the largest market and also showing maximum growth. To capitalize on the growth trend in the RTD Tea & Coffee, companies are investing heavily on modernization of machineries, Quality Up-gradation & Product Diversification as also branding, innovations and market expansion. The Upscale café culture has contributed significantly to the growth of both Coffee & Tea in India with exotic branding and packaging coupled with a dynamic product mix are driving the demand. Drinking habits and lifestyles have changed in the last 8 – 10 years and people are now willing to pay more for quality. India is the 2nd largest producer, 2nd largest consumer and 4th largest exporter of tea with a 23% share in global production, a 12% share in world tea exports and a per capita consumption of about 725 grams (2013-14 figures). The 6th largest producer of the coffee in the world, India exports more than 80% of its coffee presently but a rising domestic demand at 7% annually may change this scenario completely over the next decade or so. The trend towards health consciousness, coupled with increased competitive pressure, will further push new product development in the next five years, which will in turn boost industry demand. Most International companies which have entered India are doing brisk business and expanding their operations. The World Tea & Coffee Expo is the catalyst for International companies to target this huge market.

WTCE will determine trends, create awareness on optimization of product lines, enable networking with peers, industry stalwarts, academia and government officials. The vision of the World Tea & Coffee Expo is to facilitate and expand the Indian Beverage business by providing all sourcing requirements under one roof. Organized by Sentinel Exhibitions Asia P Ltd [SEA], a part of the Mumbai-headquartered Sentinel media group, WTCE is established as the VOICE OF THE INDUSTRY and as the Gateway to Indian markets. For further information please log onto www.worldteacoffeeexpo.com or call on +91 22 28625133 or email to info@worldteacoffeeexpo.com

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
Mob: +91 98205 03876
Tel: (022) 28625131/32
Fax: (022) 28625133
mitesh@publicrelationindia.com
http://www.publicrelationindia.com
http://www.worldteacoffeeexpo.com

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Online Ticket Marketplace Ticketgallery.com Receives New Owner and Enhances Advertising Strategy

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Ticketgallery.com is now under the ownership and operation of Pennsylvania-based Ticket Gallery LLC, which was founded by business industry veteran Marneen Zahavi. The company also recently revised its approach to advertising to enhance its ability to direct buyers to the vast number of authentic event tickets that are listed on its website.

East Stroudsburg, PA (USA), Jan 16, 2015 — Ticketgallery.com is pleased to announced that it is now owned and operated by Ticket Gallery LLC of Pennsylvania.

As part of the change in ownership—which took effect Jan. 1, 2015—Ticket Gallery has also adjusted some of its internal policies and procedures to improve its operations. A major modification involves the company’s advertising model. In the past, Ticket Gallery depended on affiliate marketers to promote and advertise its services, according to Managing Member Marneen Zahavi. While the affiliates were obligated to adhere to certain guidelines, the company had no control over their specific advertising tactics. Sometimes the affiliates’ methods for attracting visitors to various affiliate websites were not as clear-cut as they could have been. Unfortunately, this led to some confusion and dissatisfaction over orders that came from the affiliate websites directly to Ticket Gallery. However, the issue did not involve any orders made directly on Ticketgallery.com.

Now, Ticket Gallery has assumed complete control over its own advertising to ensure consumers have more appropriate expectations from the company’s promotional messages. “Today, Ticket Gallery LLC of Pennsylvania operates strictly on its own marketing campaigns and strategies,” said Zahavi, who has more than 25 years of customer service and logistics expertise. “Therefore, the manner with which the end user arrives to our website will be completely transparent and informative.”

Ticketgallery.com is confident the new approach to marketing will not only result in better-informed buyers of tickets, but also enhance the company’s corporate identity. The Ticketgallery.com brand has established itself as a reputable online marketplace for individuals who are selling and/or buying legitimate events tickets. The site features tickets for a variety of events, including major Broadway shows, music concerts, sporting events and family-friendly entertainment. Buyers who purchase tickets through Ticketgallery.com will never be charged a service fee.

In addition, buyers can obtain tickets through Ticketgallery.com with the full confidence of knowing that they are offered by reputable sellers. In many cases, the tickets are sold by independent ticket-selling agencies that obtain them directly from venues or from a primary ticketing source authorized by the venue or the event promoter. Other sellers acquire tickets through special memberships in fan clubs, special business promotions, or even through event promoters, venues, teams, or performers directly. Regardless of the original source, buyers can always trust the authenticity of the tickets they purchase through Ticketgallery.com. For more information, please visit www.Ticketgallery.com.

About Ticketgallery.com:
Ticketgallery.com is an innovative online ticket marketplace owned and operated by Ticket Gallery LLC of Pennsylvania. The website connects sports enthusiasts, music lovers, theatergoers and others with sellers of event tickets from a variety of sources. All of the tickets listed on the site are guaranteed to be genuine and valid for event entry. The website allows only ticket-selling companies and trusted individuals to list tickets, which ensures that customers are dealing with professionals who make a living at fulfilling ticket orders. Ticket Gallery LLC is a privately-held company based in East Stroudsburg, Pa.

Press & Media Contact:
Marneen Zahavi, Managing Member
Ticket Gallery LLC
East Stroudsburg, PA – USA
+1 570-213-4954
media@marneen.com
http://www.ticketgallery.com

Technology

LAN Systems CEO to Serve on GCHHS Board

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LAN Systems is pleased to announce that CEO Mary Hester will serve on the Gwinnett Coalition for Health and Human Services Board of Directors.

Berkeley Lake, GA (USA), January 09, 2015 — LAN Systems, an Atlanta leader in Business IT Support, is pleased to announce that CEO Mary Hester will serve on the Gwinnett Coalition for Health and Human Services Board of Directors.

Since 1989, the Gwinnett Coalition for Health and Human Services has been serving Gwinnett County by providing collaborative community planning, applied research, community education, membership diversity, consensus building, advocacy, and innovation.

“The Coalition has been a successful public/private partnership for 25 years serving the needs of our diverse community,” said CEO Mary Hester. “It brings together leaders to address the specific needs of our community in ways that have the maximum impact. I am honored to serve.”

The Board of Directors of the Gwinnett Coalition for Health and Human Services consists of 56 members representing both public and private providers, educational institutions, business leaders, religious organizations, citizen groups, residents and youth.

Designated by the County Board of Commissioners as the entity responsible for planning services for children and families in Gwinnett County, the Coalition has implemented three 5-Year Strategic Plans that have addressed the short-term and long-term priorities for service systems throughout the County. The leadership the Coalition has shown to the community over the past ten years has helped to establish a broad system of services including an automated information and referral system for providers and its centralized Gwinnett Helpline; maintenance of six major councils and multiple committees to support the ongoing planning process made up of over 300 participants; and the Leadership Institute, a program to train grassroots leaders how to take an active role within their communities; and the Gwinnett Great Days of Service- the largest volunteer event in the Country.

About the Gwinnett Coalition of Health and Human Services:
The Gwinnett Coalition for Health and Human Services is public/private partnership whose mission is to facilitate collaboration that improves the well-being of the community. It does so through collaborative community planning, applied research, community education, membership, diversity, consensus building, advocacy, and innovation. Our Vision is to be a united community of healthy, drug-free, self-sufficient individuals and families which honors diversity and supports all members’ success in learning work and life. For more information, visit: http://gwinnettcoalition.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: www.lansystems.com

Press & Media Contact:
Lauren VanBuskirk
Vice President of Sales and Marketing
LAN Systems
4711 Peachtree Industrial Blvd
Berkeley Lake, GA 30092 – USA
770-662-0312
lauren@lansystems.com
http://www.lansystems.com

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LAN Systems Selected as Microsoft 2014 SMB Champion

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LAN Systems has been selected by Microsoft Corporation as a SMB Champion for 2014. This designation identifies LAN Systems as one of the top Microsoft Value Added Resellers (VAR) for the SMB market in the United States.

Berkeley Lake, GA (USA), January 09, 2015 — LAN Systems, an Atlanta leader in Business IT Support, has been selected by Microsoft Corporation as a SMB Champion for 2014. This designation identifies LAN Systems as one of the top Microsoft Value Added Resellers (VAR) for the SMB market in the United States.

“As a Microsoft Partner with Gold and Silver Competencies, it is essential that we participate in the channel through strategic programs,” said Mary Hester, LAN Systems CEO. “We are honored to be named a Tier 2 SMB Champion for 2014. We have a strong relationship with Microsoft and look forward to the increased value that we will can continue to offer our clients through this program.”

The SMB Champion program recognize Microsoft business partners who are in the top-tier in selling and delivering Microsoft technology to the SMB marketplace and have committed to advancing their cloud business. This is a highly sought-after designation and only a small number of partners are able to obtain this level of outstanding performance. The program offers special benefits and incentives to Microsoft partners enabling them to engage more effectively with the market.

As a leader in technology solutions and support, LAN Systems has proven expertise with Microsoft technologies. People-ready solutions and a people-focused approach are at the foundation of LAN Systems dedication to service excellence.

About Microsoft:
Founded in 1975, Microsoft (Nasdaq “MSFT”) is the worldwide leader in software, services and solutions that help people and businesses realize their full potential.

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: www.lansystems.com

Press & Media Contact:
Lauren VanBuskirk
Vice President of Sales and Marketing
LAN Systems
4711 Peachtree Industrial Blvd
Berkeley Lake, GA 30092 – USA
770-662-0312
lauren@lansystems.com
http://www.lansystems.com

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Pustaka Offers Indian Vernacular Books Online

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Pustaka Digital Media, recently announced the launch of its website – Pustaka.co.in, a website for the e-book lovers who wish to read vernacular language books. This is India’s first e-book selling and a lending portal for vernacular language books.

Bangalore, India, December 24th, 2014 — Pustaka Digital Media, recently announced the launch of its website – www.pustaka.co.in, a website for the e-book lovers who wish to read vernacular language books. This is India’s first e-book selling and a lending portal for vernacular language books.

In the initial days, readers can choose to rent or purchase from a collection of 250 titles from Tamil, Kannada and Telugu language authors. The company plans to soon digitize Indian language books by the year 2020.

Nivetha Padmanaban, CEO of Pustaka Digital Media said in one of her statements “Most native language books are not available as e-books, which is preferred by the younger generation. We aim to bridge this gap. Also this platform is a big boon for the Non Resident Indian community who don’t have access to such books easily.”

Nivetha Padmanaban went one to say “Pustaka will provide a whole new experience to the Indian language book readers with rich mobile content. We often complain that the young generation does not read native language books. Unfortunately, most of the native language books are not available as eBooks and they slowly migrate to English. Pustaka’s goal is to bridge this gap by publishing regional language books as eBooks.”

Certain popular books which are on the site includes books like Tulasi, Pallikondapuram, Khajurao and Aindhu Vazhi Moondru Vaasal. Authors like Indira Soundarrajan, Pattukottai Prabhakar, Yandamoori Veerendranath, Neela Padmanabhan, Rajesh Kumar, K T Gatti, and many more are also featured on the site.

”Pustaka’s goal is to connect authors and readers of regional language books using technology. The new age readers are techno savvy and read on the go. This trend has been driving the eBook market. Along with the English language books, Indian readers want to read their native language books of their favorite authors. Our plan is to target the readers of all age groups across India and other parts of world who desires to read their own language books”, said, Padmanaban, Director of Pustaka Digital Media.

Delighted by this initiative Mr. Indira Soundarrajan (a prominent author in Tamil), said, “Nowadays, the way people read has changed and I feel it is necessary to adapt to that change. I would like to congratulate the team of Pustaka Digital Media for this great initiative. This will be able to bond the new age readers with our rich Indian literature and culture.”

You can access the website at http://www.pustaka.co.in

Press & Media Contact:
Mrs. Nivetha Padmanaban
Pustaka Digital Media Pvt. Ltd
Bangalore, Karnataka, India
+91 98807 17518
nivetha@pustaka.co.in
http://www.pustaka.co.in

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SmartTOP Add-On Convertible Top Controller by Mods4cars for Audi and Volkswagen Gets New Design

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The SmartTOP retrofit Convertible Top add-on kit made by Mods4cars which is available for Audi A3 and Audi A4 Convertibles as well as Audi TT Roadster and VW Golf VI Convertible now comes in a new and improved design. Effective immediately these kits now contain modules with the new, custom designed Mods4cars product enclosure. The SmartTOP Convertible Top Controller allows using the top with the console switch while driving and from afar with the original key fob remote.

Las Vegas, NV (USA), December 24th, 2014 — Aftermarket automotive electronics specialist Mods4cars completely redesigned the look and feel of their SmartTOP Convertible Top add-on modules. They now come in a custom designed product enclosure manufactured exclusively for Mods4cars. Effective immediately, the modules for Audi A3 and A4 Convertibles as well as Audi TT Roadster and Volkswagen Golf VI Convertible ship with the new module enclosure. The smaller, slimmer shape of the module makes it easier to install it in tighter spaces in the car. Two built in LEDs show the status of the module and aid during installation.

The SmartTOP Convertible Top Controllers make using the top simpler and more comfortable. The retrofit kit made and offered by Mods4cars allows drivers to open and close the top while driving at slow speeds of up to 60 km/h (~38 mph). All that is needed is a quick, single touch of the switch to start full automatic operation. It is no longer necessary to hold it down for the entire time of the operation.

Additionally the top can be controlled from afar by using the original factory key fob remote. A key combination sets the top in motion. On hot days the top can be lowered while still approaching the car and at the first sign of rainfall the top can be closed quickly without the need to walk to the car.

Apart from these two main features all SmartTOP modules offer a host of bonus features, all of which are user configurable. The windows can be controlled separately from the top by remote. On the Audi A3 and A4 all windows can be closed automatically with the switch in the driver’s door. VW Golf VI drivers can reverse the direction of the top switch to make it more intuitive. An extended mode can be activated which allows the engine to be started or stopped while the top continues to open or close. The entire module can be deactivated temporarily if needed, while retaining all other user settings.

Mods4cars continually works on improving its products. “In order to make this possible, all of our modules come equipped with a USB port that allows end users to flash firmware updates at home.” explains PR-Manager Sven Tornow. “The updates are available free of charge for our customers on our web site. This is unparalleled service in a product segment like ours.” Sven Tornow continues.

The Convertible Top kits come with plug-in-between wiring harnesses for simple and easy installation. This custom designed wire adapter connects the module safely and securely to the vehicle electronics. SmartTOP kits are available for the following popular brands: Alfa, Audi, Bentley, BMW, Ferrari, Ford, Infiniti, Jaguar, Lamborghini, Mazda, Mercedes-Benz, Mini, Nissan, Opel, Peugeot, Porsche, Renault, Volvo and VW.

The SmartTOP Convertible Top module for Audi A3 and A4 Convertibles as well as Audi TT Roadster and VW Golf Convertible is available for 249 Euros + tax.

Product demonstration SmartTOP for Audi TT Roadster: http://youtu.be/9DGu-gbECzA

Product demonstration SmartTOP for Audi A4 Convertible: http://youtu.be/uhxLT3hWE1Q

Product demonstration SmartTOP for VW Golf VI Convertible: http://youtu.be/6bxUm8RZ73k

Further details and purchasing information: http://www.mods4cars.com

About Mods4cars:
Mods4cars was founded in 2002 with the idea to add a highly demanded feature to the otherwise almost perfect Porsche Boxster: Comfort One-Touch roof operation while driving at slow speeds. The resulting product offered not only that, but also allowed quick and easy installation by just swapping out a relay box, thus leaving no traces and no permanent changes on the vehicle. The first SmartTOP roof controller was born.

The success of their first products in Germany and Europe prompted them in late 2004 to move operations to the USA, to be able to serve the American market as well as all other English speaking countries such as Australia, UK and South Africa from one central location. Their business has grown to a full-fledged international corporation with an office in Las Vegas and a full line of innovative products as well as distributors and installation partners all over the globe.

Being highly specialized in the development and distribution of aftermarket roof- and comfort controllers since 2002 allows them to offer an unsurpassed level of competence and product quality. Their main goal is optimization of each individual product to a maximum in compatibility, usability and intuitive operation. They put greatest effort into development and quality checks of all their products to achieve this goal and meet all expectations of their customers.

The extraordinary success of their products is also based on the great communication with their customers, which usually already starts for each new product during the development and prototyping phase.

Press & Media Contact:
Anja Lehmann
Mods4cars LLC
1350 E. Flamingo Rd #3100
Las Vegas, NV 89119 – USA
+1-310-9109055
lehmann@mods4cars.com
http://www.mods4cars.com

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LAN Systems Voted Best of Gwinnett for Sixth Year

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For six years in a row, the readers and editors of Gwinnett Magazine have identified LAN Systems as Best of Gwinnett in the Best IT Service category.

Norcross, GA (USA), December 24th, 2014 — For six years in a row, the readers and editors of Gwinnett Magazine have identified LAN Systems as Best of Gwinnett in the Best IT Service category. Each year the magazine opens the competition to selecting the Best in Gwinnett from over 30,000 Gwinnett County businesses. It is no small feat to be selected among the many nominations.

As a technology company and service provider, LAN Systems is committed to providing IT services and solutions that make sense for growing companies in the wider Atlanta and North Georgia area. Today, IT is required to maintain a competitive advantage in any industry and the more a company utilizes IT for its daily and strategic operations, the more benefit is received. Not long ago, companies struggled with implementing an IT infrastructure that would not consume more than it delivered, but now IT is an essential part of a thriving business. IT makes operations easy and contributes steadily to the bottom line.

“Wow. Wow. Wow,” said CEO Mary Hester. “This is such an exciting honor to receive for six years in a row. We are so appreciative of the support of our clients and community. Thank you.”

Over the past few years, LAN Systems has been adapting its business and technology model to meet the growing demands of businesses. “Microsoft Office 365 and other Cloud solutions are a large part of the modern IT infrastructure,” said Lauren Maxwell, VP Sales and Marketing. “Technological advances make Cloud and online solutions extremely affordable and robust.”

In order to provide the best in class IT service, support packages include onsite, remote and HelpDesk support bundled with monitoring options. This complete coverage is needed to address the needs of growing businesses and is recognized by LAN Systems as an essential part of today’s IT support.

About Gwinnett Magazine:
For more than a decade, Gwinnett Magazine has been the definitive source of business and lifestyle news from Gwinnett County. The magazine is published nine times per year, with six regular issues and three special issues – the annual Best of Gwinnett and People to Know issues plus the Wiki Guide to Gwinnett. It boasts a readership of nearly 100,000 local residents. For more information, visit Gwinnett Magazine at http://www.gwinnettmagazine.com

About LAN Systems:
LAN Systems is a leading Business IT 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 LAN Systems at www.lansystems.com.

Press & Media Contact:
Lauren VanBuskirk
Vice President of Sales and Marketing
LAN Systems
4711 Peachtree Industrial Blvd
Berkeley Lake, GA 30092 – USA
770-662-0312
lauren@lansystems.com
http://www.lansystems.com

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XebiaLabs Ranks 15 on Deloitte Fast 500 List

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EMA Ranking validates clear business value behind software automation.

Boston, MA (USA), December 12, 2014 — XebiaLabs, the leading provider of software automation for bringing applications quickly to market, today announced it achieved a 15th place ranking in the 2014 Deloitte Technology Fast 500TM for the Europe, Middle East & Africa (EMEA) region.

XebiaLabs achieved an impressive 8,609 percent growth rate over a five-year span to win the 15th place out of 500 companies ranked. The Deloitte program is the pre-eminent technology awards program in EMEA and now in its fourteenth year.

“We’re delighted to receive this recognition but we must credit our growth to the fact that businesses are seriously under pressure to turn their innovative ideas into usable software,” said Coert Baart, XebiaLabs CEO. “This means ‘concept-to-cash’ in days, instead of weeks or months. But due to existing legacy systems and outdated release processes, this rarely happens. Continuous Delivery by XebiaLabs changes the game. For starters, it radically removes waste and time from the software production process.”

Continuous Delivery takes all manual processes associated with building software — from testing, deployment, configuration and monitoring — and fully automates that cycle. Combined with customer feedback, creating a competitive software build & release machine is possible for your business.

International corporations such as General Electric, Expedia, Xerox, KLM, and Société Générale use XebiaLabs to accelerate software applications into the marketplace while reducing costly errors and downtime.

About the Deloitte Technology Fast 500TM:
The Deloitte Technology Fast 500 Europe, Middle East & Africa (EMEA) is the pre-eminent technology awards program in EMEA and now in its fourteenth year. Combining technological innovation, entrepreneurship and rapid growth, Technology Fast 500 companies – large, small, public and private – span a variety of industry sectors, and are leaders in hardware, software, telecom, semiconductors and emerging areas, such as clean technology. These companies are transforming the way business is done today. For more information contact emeafast500@deloitte.co.uk.

About XebiaLabs:
XebiaLabs is the fastest-growing, leading global provider of automation software for DevOps and Continuous Delivery helping companies to accelerate the delivery of new software. XebiaLabs’ products provide the automation, efficiency and insight organizations need to meet the demand for faster software deployment cycles. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Boston, XebiaLabs has a worldwide network of sales offices and partners. For more information, please visit www.xebialabs.com .

Press & Media Contact:
Victor Cruz, Principal
MediaPR.net, Inc
Marblehead, MA – USA
+1 (781) 990-3463
vcruz@mediapr.net
http://www.xebialabs.com

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Enservio Finds Guns & Ammo Overvalued in Claims

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“Member of the Family” sentiment increases perception of value.

Needham, MA (USA), December 12, 2014 — Enservio, Inc., a leading provider of software and services across the entire value chain of contents claims processing, today announced that firearms and ammunition are commonly overvalued in insurance claims from more than 50% to 126% respectively. Enservio data also finds that approximately 10% of the $2 billion in claims it processes annually contain guns, ammo and firearm accessories.

According to GunPolicy.org, the estimated rate of private gun ownership (both licit and illicit) in America is 101.05 firearms per 100 people, making the U.S. the highest per capita in the world for the possession of firearms.

“The chances of a field adjuster or claims inventory professional finding a gun while on the job are extraordinarily high,” said Enservio Senior Contents Consultant Chad Horlbogen, who has 26 years of advanced firearms experience and tactical weaponry training. “Americans love their guns, but valuing them can be difficult. Being a specialty item, firearms have unique characteristics that claim pros need to know about in order to fairly reimburse or replace these items correctly.”

A common perception held by policyholders is that guns depreciate very little and are worth more than what they paid for them–in some cases, more than retail value. One reason for this thinking is due to the fact that they are constructed of solid, lasting materials.

“Many people believe that all guns appreciate in value. They are often passed down between generations, and considered a member of the family,” added Horlbogen.

State and federal restrictions placed on purchasing guns can also amplify their perceived values. For these reasons Enservio recommends obtaining expert appraisal on this specialty product category.

Enservio Findings:

* Handguns: Average policyholder claims $285; actual cash value is $186
* Rifles: Average policyholder claims $291; actual cash value is $186
* Rifle Ammunition: Average policyholder claims $104; actual cash value is $46
* Rifle Magazines: Average policyholder claims $36; actual cash value is $10
* Shotgun scopes: Average policyholder claims $62; actual cash value is $31

In an effort to educate claims adjusters on the key value factors behind valuing firearms and ammo, interested parties can tune in to hear Chad Horlbogen present a 30-minute webinar on “Best Practices for Valuing Firearms” by visiting: http://www.enservio.com/web-overview/firearms-on-demand-webinar

About Enservio, Inc.:
Enservio® software and services help you solve one of the biggest issues in property insurance – knowing what’s inside an insured’s home or business. This visibility helps you right-price your policies upfront, settle claims quickly and accurately, manage replacements to keep customers happy, as well as run your business more efficiently. Founded in 2004, we are headquartered in Needham, MA, with offices and professional staff across the U.S. Enservio is a strategic partner of the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) in their continued fight against insurance fraud. For additional information, please visit the company’s web site www.enservio.com or call 888.567.7557. Connect with Enservio via LinkedIn (http://us.linkedin.com/company/enservio), Twitter (https://twitter.com/enservio), and Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/enservio).

Enservio is a registered trademark of Enservio, Inc. All other trademarks referenced are the property of their respective holders.

Press & Media Contact:
Victor Cruz, Principal
MediaPR.net, Inc
Marblehead, MA – USA
+1 (781) 990-3463
vcruz@mediapr.net

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School Counselor Teaches Resiliency to Combat Future School Shootings

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Releases third book called, “Relax”.

Westlake, OH (USA), December 12, 2014 — Middle School Counselor Kasey Kellem says about 50% of the students she works with have problems with anxiety. That’s one of the reasons why she wrote the book “Relax.” Recently released through Halo Publishing International, it’s the third book in a three-part series called “Mind Over Matter” or M.O.M. Geared toward pre-school students, each book teaches a certain characteristic of becoming resilient.

“Everybody faces adversity at some point in life,” says Kellem. “The earlier children learn how to become resilient, the easier it will be for them to deal with the challenges and obstacles that come with life.”

Through her research, Kellem found that teens and young adults are not prepared to handle adversities such as bullying, conflict, divorce, abuse, death and disease, which may occur in their lives.

“This lack of resiliency, I feel, has been the cause of increased school violence and shootings,” says Kellem.

She studied 9 school shootings along with the most recent one at Sandy Hook Elementary school in Newtown, Connecticut. Almost two years ago to the day, on Dec. 12, 2012, Adam Lanza fatally killed his mother and then shot 20 children and six adult staff members before he took his own life. The troubled boy was a target of relentless bullying who also dealt with disease and divorce.

Kellem’s books teach on the five characteristics of resiliency: 1.Believe that you can get through adversity; 2. Surround yourself with those who love and support you; 3. Take time and find ways to relax; 4. Set goals and follow your dreams; 5. Maintain a sense of humor. She says these characteristics help kids develop social competence, problem-solving skills, critical consciousness, autonomy and a sense of purpose. Kellem says all the students responsible for school shootings dealing back to Columbine in 1999 were missing one or more of these factors.

Kellem says she and her husband both practice the five characteristics of becoming and staying resilient. Currently, she lives with Multiple Sclerosis, while her husband is fighting metastic cancer.

“We live with hope and a positive attitude despite the stressors in our life,” says Kellem. “We are surrounded with loving and supportive people and we look for humor in everyday situations. We still keep busy but find ways to relax each day. Finally, we still believe in our dreams and that we will overcome our challenges. This is what gets us through life.”

You can purchase The Mind Over Matter (M.O.M) books including “Relax” through Halo Publishing. Each sells for $16.95

“These books are also designed to be decorations on bookshelves, nightstands, or desks in a child ´s bedroom or playroom which will serve as constant resiliency reinforcement,” says Halo Publisher Lisa M. Umina.

Biography:
Kasey Kellem is a middle school counselor and a former special education teacher, who has devoted her life to help children who are facing adversity to become resilient. She has earned a Bachelors Degree and Masters Degree in Special Education and an Educational Specialist Degree in Counseling. She is a devoted wife, stepmother, sister, daughter and friend.

Press & Media Contact:
Lisa M. Umina, Publisher
Halo Publishing International
1100 NW Loop 410, Suite 700-176
San Antonio, TX 78213 – USA
+1 877-705-9647
contact@halopublishing.com

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