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DAN GRACE JOINS SKILLSTORM AS EVP, OPERATIONAL SERVICES

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Expands division to tie tools to ROI for customers

Charlotte, N.C., 2016-Nov-15 — /EPR Network/ — Dan Grace has joined SkillStorm, an international technology services company, as Executive Vice President of the Operational Services Division (OSD). He is responsible for setting the strategic direction of the OSD including service management, monitoring and availability. His experience includes integrating processes and emerging technologies, operational oversight, project execution and tool integration across platforms including ServiceNow, Remedy, Maximo and Service Manager.

In joining SkillStorm, Grace expands the Solutions division to incorporate a services and operations management practice. In this role, he is responsible for strategy, implementation and quality delivery of SkillStorm’s operational services across all customers. SkillStorm’s OSD offers a lean, solutions-oriented model powered by SkillStorm’s Cloud Workforce Solutions (CWS) platform. CWS is a proven alternative solution to OffShore and NearShore sourcing which provides highly skilled technology and operations based resources across the globe.

dan-grace-2-2“Our core clients in the banking and financial services sectors are working to achieve organic growth while dealing with ever-increasing challenges, from regulation and compliance to information security concerns,” says Paul Moura, SkillStorm’s President. “Operational efficiency, driven by effectively implementing today’s service management tools, provides a path that allows clients to deal with those challenges and achieve overall organizational goals while maintaining high service level expectations. Dan’s experience puts SkillStorm in the unique position to provide expert guidance to our
clients in these areas.”

“Service management tools and processes are the foundation for managing the quality of IT and business services. Their impact drives the overall success of any company, enterprise wide,” says Grace. “I’m honored and excited to join SkillStorm as part of the executive leadership team. My goal is to contribute to the continued success of the SkillStorm brand, achieving our company’s vision and exceeding customer expectations.”

Grace has served more than 23 years in managed and operational services executive
leadership roles for companies including Allstate Insurance, eBay’s PayPal division and Bank of America. He holds multiple patents and patent applications in automation, monitoring, integration, knowledge management and more. Grace holds a Bachelor of Science from the University of South Florida and will be based in SkillStorm’s Tempe, Arizona, office.

About SkillStorm
SkillStorm rapidly builds and deploys IT & Operations teams with critical skills in client facilities or in one of our U.S.-based delivery centers. Founded in 2002, SkillStorm specializes in providing services on the leading edge of technology. SkillStorm teams are tasked with executing high-impact projects such as developing applications in agile environments, building mobile apps, harnessing “Big Data’s” potential and strengthening information security efforts for Fortune 1000 and fast-growing tech companies.

SkillStorm is headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida and has offices nationwide: Tempe, Arizona; San Diego and Westlake Village, California; Jacksonville, Florida; Atlanta, Georgia; Chicago, Illinois; Indianapolis, Indiana; New York, New York; Charlotte, North Carolina; Cleveland, Ohio; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; McKinney and Plano, Texas; and Richmond, Virginia. Learn more at www.skillstorm.com.

skill-stormFor more information, contact

Andi Zitney
AZitney@SkillStorm.com
480.428.8309

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Fabian Weber Brings Expertise to Northwire as VP of Innovation and Business Development

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Field-proven engineer and customer-centered focus drives solutions provider.

Osceola, WI, USA (May 5, 2015) — Northwire, Inc., (NWI), a leading custom cable manufacturer and subsidiary of The LEMO Group, has recently hired Fabian Weber to elevate the position of Vice President of Innovation and Business Development. In this technical and customer-centric role, Weber will collaborate with senior management on strategy for the company’s goal of driving innovation and growing sales across a diverse range of industries.

Weber grew up in Switzerland and graduated with a degree in Electrical Engineering and Major in Microelectronics from the University of Applied Sciences of Western Switzerland. He excelled in project and product management prior to promotions as Vice President of Business Development at a global corporation proficient in mechatronic drive systems and electric motors for applications ranging from vehicle to medtech.

Recalling a development and validation marathon at an OEM that was successfully concluded at early dawn, Weber emphasizes his customer-focused approach by “building strong relationships through problem-solving.” Committed to bringing value to his audiences, Weber also taught as an instructor and lecturer at IBZ Schools in Bern, Switzerland, and qualified as a Certified Professional Innovator by the University of Michigan. “Innovation and business development are intertwined” expresses Weber, “they fuel each other.” Accelerating collaboration amongst Northwire’s R&D, Field Application Engineers and Business Development Managers, Weber is empowered to deliver innovation to the voice of the customer.

Furthering Northwire and LEMO’s commitment to next-generation technologies, the first innovation horizon will continue the pursuit of cutting-edge wire and cable, cable assemblies, connectors, and contract engineering services such as rapid prototyping and broad testing capabilities. The 2020 Roadmap to achieve horizons two and three leverages progressive technologies while maintaining emphasis on providing optimized solutions to valued customers and targeted prospects.

Ongoing, Weber will be identifying current customer challenges that can be solved with the integration of Northwire and LEMO products and services. The manufacturing companies’ partnership gives customers access to a wide selection of cable assembly products, engineering and manufacturing services, research and development, and other international resources.

In the recent past, Northwire has announced two product solutions-BioCompatic, a robust silicone cable alternative ideal for medical environments, especially when optimized with a REDEL connector; and ruggedized SMPTE and ARIB hybrid fiber optic cable and assemblies featuring LEMO 3K.93.C broadcast connectors.

Northwire emphasizes teamwork, collaboration, and professional and personal development with their valued staff. Learn more about careers with Northwire by visiting http://www.northwire.com/careers. To discuss NWI’s innovative new products and custom cable assembly creation, contact the Customer Care TEAM at 800.468.1516, cableinfo@northwire.com, or via live chat.

About LEMO
LEMO is an acknowledged leader in the design and manufacture of precision custom connection and cable solutions. LEMO’s high quality Push-Pull connectors are found in a variety of challenging application environments including medical, industrial control, test and measurement, broadcast, and telecommunications.

LEMO has been designing custom connectors for over six decades. Offering more than 100,000 combinations of products that continue to grow through tailored, specific designs, LEMO and its affiliated sister companies REDEL, NORTHWIRE and COELVER currently serve more than 100,000 customers in over 80 countries around the world. In 2014, LEMO Group acquired Northwire, Inc.

About Northwire
Cable manufacturer Northwire, Inc., celebrating over 43 years of innovation, has corporate headquarters and manufacturing in Osceola, Wisconsin and engineering and manufacturing in Santa Teresa, New Mexico. The cable engineering company is the premier partner for the design, manufacture and contract services of custom technical products including custom technical wire and cable, retractable cable, cable assemblies, connectors, harnesses, injection molding and over-molding. Extensive test and development, contract engineering and rapid OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) services offered. Serving a wide range of markets with diverse applications in broadcast, life sciences, energy, MIL-Spec defense, industrial, machine vision, architectural lighting, underwater and beyond.

In addition to ISO 13485:2003, ISO 9001:2008, SAE AS9100C:2009 certifications and qualification to ISO 17025:2005, Northwire is a member of NDIA (National Defense Industrial Association), NCMA (National Contract Management Association), RIA (Robotics Industries Association), AIA (Automated Imaging Association), FieldComm (fka Foundation Fieldbus), ODVA (Open DeviceNet Vendors Associations) and WAI (Wire Association International), among others.

For more information, visit http://www.northwire.com.

Media Contact:
Katina Kravik
Northwire
110 Prospect Way
Osceola, Wisconsin 54020
715-294-2121
cableinfo@northwire.com
http://www.northwire.com

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Amar Naher joins Virtus Data Centres as Head of Strategic Business Development

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Virtus Data Centres, London’s flexible and efficient data centre specialists, appoints new Head of Strategic Business Development.

London, UK, December 09, 2013 – Virtus Data Centres Ltd, (Virtus), London’s flexible and efficient data centre specialists announced today that Amar Naher has joined Virtus as its new Head of Strategic Business Development.

With over 15 years of experience developing strategic relationships within the Enterprise sector including time at Misys, Interxion and CBRE, Amar will focus mainly on three key areas; to strengthen Virtus’ presence in the Global Enterprise markets and further develop Virtus’ Strategic Partnerships and Channel Alliances.

Neil Cresswell, CEO of Virtus, commented: “I am absolutely delighted that Amar has joined our team. His breadth of experience working within the Enterprise sector is a valuable addition to our current skills and capabilities and will allow us to address new markets and opportunities more efficiently.

Virtus is committed to providing its customers with the most intelligent data centre solutions in the market, as well as, the most eco-efficient. Work has now started on LONDON2, our flagship data centre in West London and we are looking at sites for LONDON3. Although we are expanding fast, we will not lose sight of our core values – service, flexibility and efficiency, but ultimately lowest TCOs for our customers.”

About Virtus:
Virtus, London’s flexible and efficient data centre specialists, help customers optimize their IT for today’s challenges. We assist clients to power their 24/7 IT operations with enough flexibility to enable IT expansion and consolidation, which helps businesses to run smoothly and grow securely.

Our data centre and connectivity solutions provide the foundation for technology which is increasingly at the front and centre of every successful, connected business and helps make IT more efficient, flexible and more cost-aligned to changing requirements.

In the last five years we have built a reputation for exceptional service and value. We specialize in the middle-market for data centre solutions in London, incorporating the best of wholesale and retail models. Virtus solutions are ideal for businesses that need scalable, reliable and efficient colocation, with the convenience and rich connectivity of London locations. They are uniquely flexible solutions supported by honest, responsive customer support, at the lowest TCO available in London.

Virtus is London’s fastest growing specialist data centre provider. Our highly experienced management and operations team has a perfect track record of delivering 100% availability to our cloud, MSP, financial, media and education customers. All our solutions are delivered from large eco-efficient data centres that have been designed, built and operated by Virtus on land that we own. Our expanding portfolio currently comprises 28 MVA of power in 21,242 sq. m. of data centre space located in outer London’s Zone 5 and interconnected to key sites in London by 20 leading network carriers.

Today, we continue to innovate in the way businesses of all types deploy and acquire colocation and connectivity services.

Virtus is London’s flexible and efficient data centre specialists for IT Service providers and Enterprise IT Companies.

For more information please go to: www.virtusdatacentres.com or contact us on twitter: @VirtusDCs.

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Contact:
Katrin Naefe
Virtus Data Centres
Kent House
14-17 Market Place
London W1W 8AJ UK
+44 7950 629552
katrin.naefe@turtleconsulting.com
http://virtusdatacentres.com/

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Black Dog Promotions Announces Newest Client/Media Partner, GSI Global, Inc.

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GSI Global is partnering with Black Dog Promotions in developing state-of-the-industry content for digital broadcasting across multiple platforms, locally and internationally.

Scottsdale, AZ, November 11, 2013 — Black Dog Promotions is proud to introduce their newest client GSI Global, Inc. Business partners Tank Jones and Mike Smoot are at the helm of GSI Global, Inc., which launched in 2012. “Our mission at GSI Global is to connect consumers with content created by many providers and to do that in a profitable way,” Jones explained. “Anything video-related we do; whether its video integration into someone’s current website, or helping them to produce or edit a video, add graphic animation on a video or anything they can use video for, that’s what we do.” Essentially, any person or company can have their very own quality channel with GSI Global, Inc.

Founder of Black Dog Promotions, Scott Kelly said, “Not only are we gaining an exciting new client and partner with GSI Global, Inc., but we will also be launching the Black Dog Promotions Channel on their site. This marks an unprecedented media expansion that will also encompass some of Black Dog Promotions’ other clients. We are proud to have partnered with such a forward-thinking media company.”

Some popular channels on the site now include a Hispanic online media publication and Renegade Calendar Girls. The next channel that is already creating a lot of buzz is The Shorts Network and will debut in mid-November. “It’s a conglomeration of short films from independent producers as well as a couple of Academy Award-winning shorts. We’ve been getting a ton of films that we’re ingesting into the channel right now and we’ve got filmmakers from all over the world,” Jones explained. Of note, Jones is also a steadily working actor, appearing in many films including “Three Kings” and as Hank’s physical therapist on the mega-hit show, “Breaking Bad.” In keeping it light-hearted, the site will be running a lot of spoof videos and spoof advertising paying homage to films and pop culture in general.

Another division of GSI Global provides a video integration component to online magazines and a way for real estate agents to showcase their home listings in a more interactive way. “We’re working with a lot of businesses in the Scottsdale area and the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce,” Jones noted. There will also be a pay-per-view component for martial arts fighting and other special events. Kelly added, “With so many special events and concerts, there will now be another incredibly attractive way for production companies to put forth quality media and retain a very high portion of profits.”

This site allows content partners to have creative control over their own channels without the aggravation of forced ads and channel providers will be able to choose to exactly whom they want to market their channel. “If someone has a following, they can provide the advertising and we’ll put that advertising (skins, pre-rolls, banners, etc.) on their channel. Our revenue share is much more favorable to where our content providers are making the lion’s share of the money compared to other video channels,” noted Jones. GSI Global, Inc. is positioned to become the premier video content platform for an unlimited number of industries, businesses and special-interest groups.

“We’re going to be one of the first companies to offer local channels for free. You’ll be able to watch all your local channels for free without a subscription to a cable or satellite provider,” said Jones. “We’re also affiliated with DISH Network and we provide the cable for lots of hotels, military bases and apartment complexes.” GSI Global, Inc. is also looking forward to providing premium content to foreign countries that don’t have access to quality content and programming.

Black Dog Promotions is a media and business development agency and also provides digital marketing and publicity consulting for regional and national brands. Black Dog’s team has a long history of success in the entertainment, sports, technology and finance industries. They have taken companies from concept to millions of dollars in sales and billions of dollars in market capitalization. Find out more at www.BlackDogPromotions.com – The Intersection of PR, Digital Marketing and Sales.

Tank Jones has known the Founder of Black Dog Promotions, Scott Kelly for many years from Jones’ prior career in hip-hop music and also through Jones’ own non-profit organization, Choices Education Empowerment which helps people believe in themselves, dream big, set goals, create a workable plan and maintain a can-do attitude. “With Scott’s background and what he’s done, this partnership is perfect,” said Jones.

GSI Global, Inc. currently has 50 channels providing content for the consumer market. Black Dog Promotions embraces the opportunities and exposure that GSI Global, Inc. will be able to provide with a vast array of content to many different audiences across nearly all platforms. For additional information on GSI, Global Inc. visit www.GSITVLive.com. Both Scott Kelly of Black Dog Promotions and Tank Jones of GSI Global, Inc. are available for interviews.

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

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Mabey Inc. Participates in South American Infrastructure Business Development Trade Mission

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CEO Robert Aylward Accompanies US Deputy Secretary of Commerce Rebecca Blank

Elkridge, MD, June 19, 2013 – Mabey Inc. was among 20 companies selected to participate in a United States Commercial Services sponsored infrastructure business development trade mission to South and Central America. Mabey Inc. Chief Executive Officer, Robert Aylward, was among the executives who accompanied US Deputy Secretary of Commerce, Rebecca Blank, to Brazil, Colombia and Panama.

The trade mission included other high profile US firms with a broad range of infrastructure and industrial expertise in transportation, energy, water resources management, safety and security.

Mabey CEO Bob Aylward commented, “Mabey was chosen for this high-level trade mission based upon the relevance of our product and service offerings. We are uniquely positioned to assist these countries achieve their ambitious infrastructure development goals.”

The United States Commercial Services (USCS) is an important part of the US Department of Commerce and actively promotes US exports through the International Trade Administration (ITA). The USCS regularly organizes, coordinates and hosts trade missions as part of its efforts to help small and medium sized US companies increase international sales.

The USCS is working in support of President Obama’s National Export Initiative, a government-wide strategy to promote American exports and create two-million export-supported jobs by the end of 2014. In 2012, exports hit another all-time record high reaching $2.2 trillion. Between 2009 and 2012 exports have supported 1.3 million additional jobs.

Mr. Aylward was extremely positive regarding the work of the USCS. “This trade mission was highly effective in targeting key personnel in ministries and private companies who are directly responsible for the development and execution of infrastructure projects within each of the countries visited,” said Aylward. “The USCS worked tirelessly to promote the business needs and objectives of all trade mission delegates. Thanks to their hard work we were able to talk directly with organizations responsible for infrastructure development to understand their plans and requirements.”

About Mabey Inc.
Mabey Inc. has more than 20 years of experience in serving the transportation, construction, and utility industries. We specialize in providing PE-certified engineered solutions with the rental or sale of equipment for bridging, structural shoring, excavation shoring, and temporary roadways. For more information, please visit www.mabey.com.

Contact:
Maria Fuster
Incite Creative, Inc
115 Wight Avenue, 95
Cockeysville, MD 21030
410-366-9479
maria@incitecreativeinc.com
http://www.incitecreativeinc.com

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Gate One Marketing Opens The Vault!

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Gate One Marketing is opening their new expanded Website for Business Consultation Services and Internet Marketing Training. The Vault of Free Free Training.

Green Cove Springs, FL, November 19, 2012 – Gate One Marketing has launched our new expanded website focused on assisting individuals and businesses with their Internet and Traditional Marketing endeavors.

Gate One has created two sites which are dedicated to Businesses and Entrepreneurs who are looking for Internet Marketing Services and our free Internet Marketing Training.

New Gate One Marketing Training Website
Our second site is dedicated to Internet Marketing training. It is called Gate One’s Vault of Training and the content of the training site ranges from beginning to advanced and we cover all aspects of Internet Marketing.

Our new Internet Training Course is for every person who wants to understand Internet Marketing!

Our Membership Program is for newbies to advanced Internet Marketers.

We offer two programs of instruction, White Belt and Black Belt.

Gate One offer’s our White Belt training free of charge for 6 months as long as you sign up for the free 6 month membership, Our Black Belt training is for Intermediate to advanced users and offers personal consulting for an annual membership fee.

Unlike most companies training sites, where you have a site setup for you by that company and then they provide all the tools on their site and they guarantee leads if you follow their system.

The question is how can one be successful being a copycat? Before you spend money that you don’t have contact us!

Gate One firmly believes that to be successful on the Internet, you must “brand” yourself and we are here to help you succeed with your own unique brand! Our training includes Website Development, SEO, PPC, Aweber, and more!

If you have already joined a program, we can help you brand yourself as an expert in your niche with a custom Website and SEO. We can help create your own list, not one the company also shares or outright owns, so your hard work belongs to you! You built it, so you keep it!

Gate One provides both Free and Paid Memberships that provides an in depth education on various aspects of Internet Marketing for both individuals and businesses;

In addition we offer a Consulting Service for people who require more information on getting started in Internet Marketing or Social Media Management who require Traditional Marketing resources such as Business Plans, Social Media Marketing or Website Development and SEO.

Furthermore, we offer consulting on which affiliate products would be best for individuals to consider based on their background and experience in internet marketing.

Please take advantage of our many years of experience and contact us for a free consultation, so we can better understand your unique requirements.

Gate One Marketing Business Website:
At Gate One Marketing we have the vision of helping companies and individuals implement traditional and internet marketing to grow their businesses. We include a whole range of internet marketing services that includes Website Development, SEO, Business Development, Affiliate Marketing, PPC Marketing, Media Buying, Social Media Marketing, Article and Video Marketing, Blogging, E-mail Marketing to name just a few.

Our Free Training is off the charts!:
We have implemented and managed many types of Internet Businesses, from High Tech Businesses, Athletics, such as Tennis Pro’s, to Artists, Authors, and 501 C3 Charitable organizations, with excellent results. So please contact us for a free consultation. We can also help to write your Business Plan for Venture Capital funding!

About Gate One Marketing:
Gate One Marketing was founded in 2010. We have over 30 years of experience in traditional marketing and experience in Internet Marketing.

Our background is in Aerospace and Defense. However, we are very technical and business orientated, We can help!

We take into account all the business functions and requirements that can help your business succeed online.

Please call us for a 30 minute free consultation service to discuss your marketing needs. Gate One Marketing has branches in the USA and Sweden. For More Information Go to http://gate1marketing.com

For Gate One Marketing – Vault of Free Training – Go to http://gate1mkg.com/

Contact:
William B. Weeks Jr
Gate One Marketing International
445 Hope Hull Ct.
Green Cove Springs, FL 32043
+1-703-577-4171
william@gate1marketing.com
http://www.Gate1Marketing.com