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Data Privacy and Security Gurus partner with Black Dog Promotions to launch Data Privacy Network

Black Dog Promotions, a digital marketing, public relations and business development agency announced it has partnered with leading data privacy and security experts to form Data Privacy Network (http://DataPrivacyNetwork.com)

Tempe, AZ, August 01, 2013 – Black Dog Promotions, a digital marketing, public relations and business development agency announced it has partnered with leading data privacy and security experts to form Data Privacy Network (http://DataPrivacyNetwork.com) to take advantage of the rapidly growing market for data and online privacy and security.

Whether it’s social media, cloud computing, the internet, or foreign hackers, the challenges to protect sensitive data are becoming more daunting by the day. With the average cost of a data breach estimated to be $500,000, companies need to be armed with the knowledge to secure their data in order to protect themselves. Data Privacy Network is on a mission to raise awareness of the risks that put our data privacy in peril. DPN can help companies better protect their sensitive data, which in turn protects their customers, and themselves from being the victim of a data breach.

The experts at Data Privacy Network note that, While no computer is completely ‘hack-proof’ and no one vendor solution is the holy grail of computer security, companies can take steps to better protect themselves. In fact, when done correctly, data security can be eloquent. Properly use the equipment you have, and maximize your data security ROI. I am thrilled to align ourselves with ‘Best of Breed’ consultants, products and services to provide the best solutions to individuals and businesses of all sizes”

Black Dog Promotions CEO Scott Kelly added, “Eight months ago we submitted an article on online security to the media and the response was overwhelming and we knew we were on to something. Since then we have assembled a team of highly qualified consultants and speakers along with outstanding products and services to help solve the data privacy and security issues that are talked about daily in the media. We look forward to becoming a leading resource for data privacy and security solutions.”

To learn more DPN’s products and services, visit http://DataPrivacyNetwork.com Contact Scott Kelly to explore partnership opportunities at: scott@blackdogpromotions.com

Contact:
Scott Kelly
Black Dog Promotions
9920 S. Rural Rd., Ste 108
Tempe, AZ 85284
480-206-3435
scott@blackdogpromotions.com
http://www.blackdogpromotions.com

Axicon Launch New Labels Website

Axicon Labels, part of the Axicon Auto ID Group, have recently expanded their offices in Weston on the Green, Oxfordshire.

Oxford, UK, July 25, 2013 – Axicon Labels, part of the Axicon Auto ID Group, have recently expanded their offices in Weston on the Green, Oxfordshire. In conjunction with this expansion Axicon are pleased to announce the arrival of new Production Manager, Darren Trinder. Darren has over 25 years experience of managing and improving production lines and is already proving to be a great asset to the team having already successfully guided the department through it’s Lloyds ISO9001 audit.

Axicons new purpose built labels division includes state of the art flexographic and Digital Press printing capabilities which can accommodate orders of all sizes.

Sales of colour labels, adhesive labels, barcode labels, blank labels and ribbons are areas which are expected to increase in the next few months and the Axicon team are ready and keen to respond. Axicon Labels specialise in quick turnaround, quality and competitive pricing. Visit www.axiconlabels.com to find out more.

Labels Director, Adam Carey, stated ‘As we continue to expand it’s vital that we have the right people in place so that we can keep providing the high quality of goods and services that our reputation has been built upon. Darren’s expertise in ISO9001 and continual improvement programmes means that we are in a position to carry on growing without comprising our standards in any way at all.

Contact:
Mathew Taylor
Director
Algorythm Solutions Ltd
10 Torkington St, Stamford
Lincolnshire PE9 2UY
+44 (0)773 403 2112
mtaylor@algorythmsolutions.com

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Author Shows How Greek Gods and Goddesses Misbehaved

The strange and often quite ungodly behavior of the legendary Greek Gods and Goddesses continues to fascinate the modern mind, and is currently chronicled in a just-published Kindle book

Moreno Valley, CA, July 25, 2013 – The strange and often quite ungodly behavior of the legendary Greek Gods and Goddesses continues to fascinate the modern mind, and is currently chronicled in a just-published Kindle book featured at http://www.amazon.com/Greek-Gods-Goddesses-Gone-ebook/dp/B00DG9E7XS/. Its authors, Michael Rank and Alexander Murray, cite many familiar ribald stories concerning the antics attributed to Zeus and his brethren, which contribute to the “gods gone wild” theme of the book title. The promotional site page on Amazon summarizes the book content and the content to show how the ancient Greeks related to the gods despite their known fickle or capricious behavior.

Many cultural observers, writers and anthropologists believe – like the authors – that the influence and persistence of the ancient Greek myths are still relevant, as they see many parallels with modern thought and other major faiths. Actor Casey William Walker, for example, sees a tie-in with the story where “Zeus bound (the Titan Prometheus) in chains for 1000 years and was caused inexplicable torture and pain when an eagle would devour his liver every day after it grew back from the day previous. But later his story evolved into one of heroism because he was seen as mankind’s advocate, whereas the other Gods seemed selfish and looked upon man with little regard.” This makes a tie-in to other religions.

Many episodes in the Kindle book also well on the tawdry side of the gods, particularly in regards to sex. The philandering Zeus and other Greek gods and goddesses are shown to connect with the flaws of mortal humans, in a manner that most modern readers will find almost soap opera-like compelling. One web writer notes “The gods of ancient Greece were stories told to the masses – as are most gods. What’s the point of telling a story if nobody’s going to listen to it? They were projections of ourselves onto a universal scale. All gods ever described throughout history can be shown to have such petty, impulsive aspects to them that show beyond a doubt that they came from something human.”

Contact: http://www.amazon.com/Greek-Gods-Goddesses-Gone-ebook/dp/B00DG9E7XS/

The re-popularization of the antics of Greek gods and goddesses at http://www.amazon.com/Greek-Gods-Goddesses-Gone-ebook/dp/B00DG9E7XS/ is expected to reinforce the ongoing appeal of the ancient stories (i.e., what else explains the recent ‘Wrath of the Titans’ epic movies, and the BBC development of a new TV series based on Greek myths?). The Kindle book is expected to be available for sale for the foreseeable future, and has been so far well received by Amazon reviewers.
Contact: http://www.amazon.com/Greek-Gods-Goddesses-Gone-ebook/dp/B00DG9E7XS/

Contact:
Michael Rank
Michael Rank.Net
11773 Betula Circle
Moreno Valley, CA 92557
801-765-9400
michael@michaelrank.net
http://michaelrank.net

VolitionRx to use Innova Biosciences’ Biotin Technology in its Epigenetic Research Kits

In-licensing deal between VolitionRx and UK-based Innova Biosciences helps drive development of novel cancer diagnostics

Oxford, UK, July 24, 2013 – VolitionRx Limited (OTC: VNRX), a life sciences company focused on the development of blood-based diagnostic tests, has signed a non-exclusive in-licensing agreement with Innova Biosciences, a specialist provider of bioconjugation systems, based in Cambridge, UK. Under the agreement, Innova Biosciences will supply its Lightning-Link® Biotin technology for Volition’s NuQ® epigenetic profiling research kits. The addition of the Lightning-Link technology will help Volition to improve the accuracy of its test, whilst speeding up production of the research kits.

Volition will use Lightning-Link® for biotinylation of antibodies employed in its range of NuQ® ELISA kits available to researchers working in the fields of epigenetics and nucleosome research. Volition is also employing the Lightning-Link technology for development of Nucleosomics®-based clinical tests, including its first blood-based diagnostic test for colorectal cancer. The high yield and enhanced specificity offered by the Lightning-Link® system coupled with simplicity of use provide a significant advantage in the manufacture of Volition’s research and clinical assays.

Cancer diagnosis often requires a series of time consuming tests, with a diagnosis sometimes being made days after specimen removal. This in-licensing deal will assist the company in their development and manufacture of novel, easy to use diagnostic kits.

Dr Jake Micallef, CSO of VolitionRx, says: “We’ve been really impressed with Innova’s products. Their biotin kit is simple to use and proved more durable than many competitors’ kits, and we’ve seen significant improvements in reproducibility since we started to use them regularly. We’re looking forward to continuing to work with the Lightning-Link technology.”

Dr Andy Lane, Executive Director at Innova Biosciences, said, “This deal is another perfect example of how Lightning-Link® is increasingly being used by innovative diagnostic companies like VolitionRx to both maximise R&D output and to simplify the manufacturing process.”

Innova Biosciences invites anyone with an interest in biotinylation to view their website – http://www.innovabiosciences.com/antibody-labeling-kits/biotin-streptavidin/lightning-link-biotin.html

Company and Media Contact
Charlotte McCubbin
Singapore (m): +65 92301938
Email: c.mccubbin@volitionrx.com

Investor Relations Contact: MZ Group
Mark A. McPartland, Senior Vice President
Phone: +1-212-301-7130
Email: markmcp@mzgroup.us
Web: www.mzgroup.us

About VolitionRx:
VolitionRx is a life sciences company whose goal is to make its non-invasive blood tests for cancer as common and simple to use as existing diabetic and cholesterol tests on similar formats. VolitionRx’s development activities are currently centered in Belgium with a focus on bringing its revolutionary diagnostic products to market first in Europe, then the U.S. and worldwide.

You can find more information about VolitionRX at our website at www.volitionrx.com, on Twitter at http://www.twitter.com/VolitionRx , LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/company/1364072?trk=tyah or Facebook at www.facebook.com/volitionrx.

About Innova Biosciences Limited:
Innova Biosciences is a growing, dynamic, ISO 9001:2008 business based in Cambridge, UK. At the core of Innova’s business are the Lightning-Link®, InnovaCoat® and Thunder-Link® technologies, which simplify the production of antibody-based reagents. The expanding portfolio is sold to research laboratories, pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology companies and diagnostic companies worldwide. For more information, please see www.innovabiosciences.com.

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Contact:
Mathew Taylor
Director
Algorythm Solutions Ltd
10 Torkington St, Stamford
Lincolnshire PE9 2UY
+44 (0)773 403 2112
mtaylor@algorythmsolutions.com

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Shops Get Cash Back for Green Sustainability

The Green Garage shopping mall loyalty program promotes incentives for informed customers to support businesses that protect the environment and reduce the risks of global warming,” said Jody Tallal, CEO of Very Important Relationships, Inc.

Reno, Nevada, July 22, 2013 – Managers of the Find Green Garage public verification program today announced a new round of grant funding to provide vehicle service and repair shop owners and their customers with cash back rewards for going green.

“Inspired by ‘show me the CARFAX’ commercials, the Green Garage shopping mall and public loyalty program is designed to promote incentives for informed customers to support businesses that protect the environment and reduce the risks of global warming,” said Jody Tallal, CEO of Very Important Relationships, Inc.

Shop owners registered in the ENERGY STAR Green Garage Challenge can now sign up to receive Cash Back for managing their Green sustainability on a continuous basis. Participants in the program will earn from 3 to 10 percent for purchasing green products, minimizing waste, and reducing their energy usage.

“Cash Back rewards are available to shops that achieve a 10% carbon footprint reduction,” stated Steven Schillinger, Administrator of the Green Garage Challenge. According to Schillinger, “most general automotive business activities defined by the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) under codes NAICS 811111 and NAICS 811198 are qualified to receive the offer.”

Qualified shop owners are encouraged to display their Green credentials and services on an ENERGY STAR rated ConstantConsole.com digital menu board funded under various Utility Company rebate programs.

Many Utility Company rebate programs incorporate the energy equity conversion concept similar to FHA’s reverse mortgage program to enable small business owners to use the energy asset value of their business operation to fund the cost of purchasing green products and equipment.

About the Green Garage Challenge:
(www.findgreengarage.com) is an EPA Apps-for-the-Environment program used by the public to locate automotive service and repair shops certified under official Clean and Green City Programs, State and Local Climate Protection Programs, and the ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager small business partnership program.

About Very Important Relationships, Inc.
(www.myvir.com) is an online marketing solutions company and one of the nation’s premier developers of virtual “Reward” shopping malls. Each VIR Mega Mall contains over 1,000 of the nation’s top merchants, each offering Cash Back dollars on purchases made.

Contact:
Jody Tallal
Very Important Relationships Inc.
9120 Double Diamond Parkway, Suite 1V
Reno, NV, 89251
(972) 726-9595
jody@myvir.com
http://myvir.com

El nuevo libro “Los gobernantes más locos de la historia” podrá ser descargado gratis

En su último libro electrónico para Kindle de Amazon, el famoso autor e historiador Michael Rank describe a los líderes más excéntricos de todos los tiempos, desde el emperador Calígula hasta Kim Jong Il.

Moreno Valley, CA, July 20, 2013 – Pocas mezclas son tan tóxicas como el poder absoluto y la locura. Cuando nada se interpone entre los delirios de un líder y el llevarlas a cabo, todo tipo de extraños resultados son posibles.

Tanto si se trata del sultán Otomano Ibrahim I practicando tiro con arco en sus sirvientes de palacio y enviando de sus asesores para encontrar a la mujer más gorda del imperio para su esposa o el Presidente de Turkmenistán Turkmenbashi cambiar el nombre de los días de la semana con su nombre y la construcción de una estatua de oro de 80 pies que gira hacia el sol, los líderes enloquecidos han plagado la sociedad desde hace milenios.

Este libro se centra en las vidas de los diez personajes con las mentes más desequilibradas de la historia. Algunos sufrían de trastornos genéticos que los llevaron a la esquizofrenia, como el rey francés Carlos VI, que pensaba que era de cristal. Otros creían ser los representantes de Dios en la tierra y escribieron escritos religiosos que garantizan al lector llegar al cielo, incluso si eran casi analfabetos.

Sea cual sea su origen, estos gobernantes muestran que la política dinástica se aseguró de que un heredero legítimo siempre ascienda al trono – a pesar de su condición mental – y que el poder puede destruir una mente peor que cualquier enfermedad mental.

Para descargar en forma gratuita el libro en amazon.com, visita: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00DY25CJK
Para descargar en forma gratuita el libro en amazon.com, visita: http://www.amazon.es/dp/B00DY25CJK

Contact:
Michael Rank
Michael Rank.Net
11773 Betula Circle
Moreno Valley, CA 92557
801-765-9400
michael@michaelrank.net
http://michaelrank.net

AuraPortal´s New Website Was Created Using its Very Own Content Management

The software provider’s Content Management program features SEO indexing and customized content creation, regardless of the site’s complexity.

Boca Raton, Florida, July 20, 2013 – AURA (www.auraportal.com), a global provider of Business Process Management (BPM) software, has announced the launch of its new website. The website is perfectly designed so that the user can discover with ease everything that AURA has to offer. AuraPortal’s Content Management module allows businesses to create advertisements, news articles, videos and documents – all in digital format.

AuraPortal has been distinguished with great advantage over its competitors by Ovum in its Decision Matrix (2011) report and by other renowned analyst firms.

The module is seamlessly integrated with the BPM, so that any company can create its own digital information to gain a complete, tailor-made Content Management program without having to recruit a specialist.

One important application of the Content Management program is the construction of a website, no matter its complexity. As an example, the AuraPortal website has been developed using its own Content Management program.

AuraPortal has taken into account the integration with internet search engines (for example, Google) and has included an automatic Sitemap Creation system which indexes all the desired words in the internal indexes of these search engines to allow rapid location by internet users.

About AURA (http://www.auraportal.com)
AURA is a global BPM (Business Process Management) software provider delivering a solution that creates, without the need of IT programming, Business Process Workflow Execution Models. AuraPortal is 100% Web-based, and is complementary to existing ERP and CRM systems.

AURA has a presence in 40 countries with more than 300 customers including, among others: Toyota, General Motors, Pemex (Petroleos Mexicanos), Carrefour, ArcelorMittal, PepsiCo, Coca-Cola, Danone, Sodexo, Kimberly-Clark, Yamaha, Eletrobras, Royal KPN, Bristol-Myers Squibb, etc., as well as many Government Agencies and Departments in several countries. All of these customers benefit from maintenance contracts.

Its headquarters are in Europe (Spain and Holland) with an executive branch in North America (Florida). It also has offices in several countries and a vast network of partners who locally attend customers throughout the world.

What the Top Experts Say About Auraportal BPMS:
OVUM: In the “Product Quality” category, AuraPortal has obtained the highest score (9 points), situating itself clearly above the next best vendor on a scale of 1 to 10. (Decision Matrix on BPM Vendors 2011, OVUM – Datamonitor Group).

GARTNER: “AuraPortal is the example of next-generation BPMS”. (Magic Quadrant, 2007, 2009, Gartner).

TEC: “AuraPortal solutions have been designed for organizations of different sizes and sectors”. (2013, TEC Technology Evaluation Centers).

BPTRENDS: “AuraPortal is one of the most complete and advanced BPMS solutions on the market backed up by a financially strong company with a large number of satisfied customers of all sizes that have been working with the product for several years”. (BPM Suites Report 2010, BPTrends).

IDC: “In Customer references, AuraPortal has a strong ease of implementation and ease of use (from both IT and business user perspectives)”. (MarketScape: Business Process Platforms, 2011, IDC).

BLOOR: “Bloor particularly like the way AuraPortal has integrated business rules into the process definition process”. (2011, Bloor).

Contact:
John Charles
AuraPortal
400 Trade Center
Woburn, MA 01801-7472
978-808-6340
john.charles@auraportal.com
http://www.auraportal.com

National Laser Institute Med Spa Launches “New Skin For A New School Year” Program To Combat Teen Acne.

National Laser Institute, a worldwide leader in cosmetic laser education and treatment, announced that it is launching “New Skin For A New School Year” program using the groundbreaking BBL Therapy in their Scottsdale and Dallas Medical Spas.

Scottsdale, AZ, July 19, 2013 – National Laser Institute, a worldwide leader in cosmetic laser education and treatment, announced that it is launching “New Skin For A New School Year” program using the groundbreaking BBL Therapy in their Scottsdale and Dallas Medical Spas.

Broad Band Light (BBL) Therapy targets severe, deeply inflamed breakouts that can feel like bacteria filled hard or soft spots right under your skin. No prescriptions, no steroids, no messy ointments; just a series of 9 treatments over a 6 week period will put you on the path to beautiful skin.

Louis Silberman, NLI’s co-founder and CEO commented on their latest procedure, “Teen acne is not only a physical problem but for millions of teens is an emotional and social problem that we are excited to help solve. Our New Skin For A New School Year will greatly reduce the physical and emotional scars associated with teen acne. We look forward to offering this groundbreaking treatment at prices families can afford.”

Contact: Scott Kelly, Black Dog Promotions, 480-206-3435, scott@blackdogpromotions.com

About National Laser Institute’s Medical Spa:
National Laser Institute’s Medical Spa is North America’s leading center for cosmetic lasers and medical aesthetics. They are equipped with the world’s top laser machines, technologies and products. Clients come to their spas not only from Phoenix and Dallas, but also across the United States because of their reputation for performing advanced expert treatments and producing expert results. NLI’s physicians, nurses, aestheticians and certified laser technicians treat each one of their clients with the utmost professionalism, courtesy and kindness. Learn more by visiting www.nlimedspa.com.

Contact:
Scott Kelly
Black Dog Promotions
9920 S. Rural Rd., Ste 108
Tempe, AZ 85284
480-206-3435
scott@blackdogpromotions.com
http://www.blackdogpromotions.com

Varsity Tutors Selects Monthly Scholarship Winners for 2013 College Scholarship Contest

Varsity Tutors, the premier private tutoring and test prep service, has chosen four more winners in its 2013 monthly college scholarship contest.

St. Louis, MO, July 17, 2013 – Varsity Tutors, the premier private tutoring and test prep service, has chosen four more winners in its 2013 monthly college scholarship contest. With 2,000 tutors and 80 employees operating in 25 major metropolitan U.S. cities, Varsity Tutors offers the merit-based scholarship program to support students from all backgrounds in reaching their college goals. The company has selected and awarded a $1,000 scholarship prize to one student each month in March, April, May, and June.

The Varsity Tutors College Scholarship Contest gives students nationwide a monthly opportunity to submit an essay in response to a unique prompt to compete for a $1,000 scholarship to any accredited, post-secondary institution of their choice. Once entries are approved by the company, they are published on the Varsity Tutors website and students are encouraged to share their essays via social media to acquire as many votes for their submissions as they can; Facebook likes, Tweets, and Google+ shares are all valid forms of voting. The top five submissions with the most votes by the end of the voting period are then reviewed by the company, one of which is selected as the final winner. The entry period lasts from the 1st–15th of every month followed by the voting period, which takes place from the 16th through the end of the month.

Brandon Boyd (Martinez, Calif.), Samantha Swift (Largo, Fla.), Alexandra Benton (Lehigh Acres, Fla.), and Sarah Campbell (Ocean Springs, Miss.) were selected as the March, April, May, and June winners, respectively. Hundreds of students have entered the Varsity Tutors College Scholarship Contest this year, and the number of entrants per month has consistently increased. The organization’s CEO and founder, Chuck Cohn, is honored to be able to aid so many students in financing their college educations.

“It’s always disappointing to hear when a student cannot attend the college of their choice just due to financial limitations,” Cohn says. “Our mission is to help students advance their educational goals, and many of those personal goals include attending college. We are proud to have created a scholarship that will help talented students attend college.”

About Varsity Tutors:
Varsity Tutors is a premier private academic tutoring and test prep provider designed to help students at all levels of education achieve academic excellence. Varsity Tutors delivers in-home, personalized, one-on-one instruction in any subject from STEM to the humanities and customized preparation for all standardized exams, including ISEE, SSAT, SAT, ACT and graduate exams such as the GRE, LSAT, MCAT and GMAT. Students from elementary to graduate school are expertly matched with an exceptional tutor who is best able to address their unique needs and goals. To ensure satisfaction and safety, only the highest caliber tutors are selected to join Varsity Tutors following a rigorous screening process. Varsity Tutors currently serves 25 cities nationwide and offers a variety of tutoring packages. Students and their families interested in learning more about Varsity Tutors should visit varsitytutors.com

Media Contact:
Cathryn Sloane
Marketing Coordinator
Varsity Tutors LLC
St. Louis, MO
314-740-6075
press@varsitytutors.com
http://www.varsitytutors.com

Houston Area Author releases Blood Yellow, Book Two of the Blood Series

Ashley Nemer, an author from Houston, Texas has released her second book inside of the Blood Series.

Cypress, TX, July 16, 2013 – Ashley Nemer, an author from Houston, Texas has released her second book inside of the Blood Series. Blood Yellow is an action packed thriller that is an excellent follow-up to last year’s release, Blood Purple. Which won the #3 best Science Fiction book of 2012 by Predators & Editors readers choice poll.

The lines are drawn, and Zayn and Nikole must face each other in a battle of forgiveness and power; each attempting to right their wrongs, each battling their own inner demons.

Haydar and Leigh prepare for war, rounding their men and setting into motion courses that cannot be undone.

The tales will fall in line as the four of them come face to face with each other, and they will watch loved ones perish.

When the dust settles and dawn breaks, who’s going to be left standing and who will be missing? Will Nikole forgive Zayn for his betrayal? Will Leigh and Haydar overcome their differences? Will Adara say yes? Blood Yellow…Because the story has just begun…
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Predators & Editors Readers Choice – #3 Best Science Fiction book of 2012

In a world we think we know, live other races entirely hidden from the mortal perspective. Creatures of legend, of fable and myth, their very history and nature have allowed them to walk side by side with humans since time immemorial. They are warriors, they are hunters, and they are Algula. Vampire. And in their own midst, a battle is brewing for supremacy, for dominance, that can and will affect all around them. Old hatred never dies and vengeance is a fiery sword that cuts a bloody swath. Amazon

Ashley’s Website www.ashleynemer.com, Ashley’s Email:Ashley@ashleynemer.com

Contact:
Ashley Nemer
Art of Safkhet
18062 FM 529 Suite 188
Cypress, TX 77433
936 662 5231
Ashley@ashleynemer.com
http://www.ashleynemer.com