From Brick to Tech City: Venture Capital and University Resources to Make Newark a Technology Hub

Rutgers Center for Urban Entrepreneurship & Economic Development announces partnership with                                           H360 Capital and NJIT aimed at attracting early stage technology firms to NewarkNEWARK, NJ, June 14, 2011 – Building on the momentum created by the White House Urban Entrepreneurship Summit held at Rutgers-Newark on June 6, The Center for Urban Entrepreneurship & Economic Development (CUEED), H360 Capital, a minority-run early stage venture capital firm, and NJIT’s Enterprise Development Center (EDC), announced a partnership to attract technology companies

Former Principal Trade Advisor of U.S. Embassy in Mexico to Lead Vianovo's Technology, Competitiveness Practice

JUAN CARLOS PRIETO JOINS VIANOVOAUSTIN, TX; WASHINGTON, DC; CIUDAD DE MEXICO (June 14, 2011) - Vianovo, a specialized strategy consulting and business development firm with offices in Austin, Washington and Mexico City, today announced that Juan Carlos Prieto Williams has accepted the position of Vice President of Technology and Competitiveness with the firm. “Juan Carlos comes from diverse background both culturally and professionally. He has ample diplomatic, business development, and strategic planning experience on both sides of the U.S. - Mexico border in the information and

CIGIREX™ WILL RELEASE THE WORLD’S FIRST ALL NATURAL SMOKING ALTERNATIVE CHEWING GUM

(NEW YORK, NY)  June 14, 2011 - E-cigarette market leader CIGIREX™ is announcing the release of an exciting new product line called BOLT.  BOLT is a smoking alternative gum, and is designed for an enjoyable chewing experience in situations where smokers cannot light up.  For the makers of CIGIREX™, the aim was to create the first all-natural chewing gum specially formulated for smokers.  The mint-flavored, sugar free gum will allow smokers to satiate their cravings no matter what the setting.  Hotel rooms, restaurants, the office, schools- anywhere that smoking is prohibited, you can now

Alto Professional Brings Latest Live Sound Reinforcement Gear to infoComm 2011

InfoComm 2011 attendees will be provided with a look at state-of-the-art live performance gear from Alto Professional for the first time.Cumberland, R.I. (Jun. 14, 2011) – Alto Professional, the pinnacle of live performance reinforcement, will be exhibiting for the first time at booth #478 during the 2011 infoComm show from June 15-17 in Orlando, Florida. Alto Professional will give system integrators, contractors, rental and staging companies and pro-AV attendees of all kinds their first look at the Alto Professional TRUESONIC and TOURMAX lines of speakers, ZEPHYR mixers, EMPIRE powered

The Milwaukee Art Museum Announces the 2011 Lakefront Festival of Arts

Quad/Graphics and Milwaukee Magazine present annual arts showcaseMilwaukee, Wis. – June 14, 2011 – The Milwaukee Art Museum’s 2011 Lakefront Festival of Arts (LFOA) will be Friday, June 17, through Sunday, June 19, on the grounds of the Museum along Lake Michigan. The 49th annual LFOA is presented by Quad/Graphics and Milwaukee Magazine. The family-friendly event is one of the top twenty-five art festivals in the country, featuring work by more than 180 artists, including wearable art and jewelry, paintings, sculpture, home décor, and more. LFOA will also include expanded food offerings

What Does Dad Want? Try Honor, Says Author Robert Barriger Honor is the Father’s Day Gift That Every Dad Values

June 14, 2011, Dallas, TX--Finding the perfect Father’s Day gift doesn’t have to be expensive. All it takes is some thought and appreciation to give Dad the most valuable gift of all, honor. “Honor and respect are more important than any tie or gadget to a man,” explains author Robert Barriger. “Most dads don’t care about getting stuff; they would rather just have a great meal and hang out.” In the recent release, Honour Found, Experiencing the Power of the Honour Principle and How it Can Add Significance to Your Life,  Pastor Robert Barriger explores the

Ashley Wagner Announces Coaching Change

Colorado Springs, Colo. (6/14/11) - Ashley Wagner announced today she will begin training with John Nicks and Phillip Mills at the Aliso Viejo Ice Palace in Aliso Viejo, Calif. Wagner spent the last three years being coached by Priscilla Hill at the Skating Club of Wilmington in Wilmington, Del. “I am grateful for all Priscilla did for me,” Wagner said. “I am looking forward to working with Mr. Nicks and his team to prepare for the new season.” Under Hill’s guidance, Wagner earned three medals in the International Skating Union (ISU) Grand Prix of Figure Skating Series and became the

Brad’s Deals Releases Father’s Day Infographic

Chicago, IL – Brad Wilson, Founder and Editor-in-Chief of coupon code and deal publisher Brad’s Deals , compiled a list of facts and stats surrounding Father’s Day into an infographic. Facts include how much time and money is spent on Dads this time of year – from neckties, to food to which parent receives the best gift. While some may not surprise you, others are guaranteed to shock you.  

On 40th Anniversary of "War on Drugs," Cops Release Report Showing its Failure

Obama's Drug Czar Says He Ended "War on Drugs" Two Years Ago -- Cops Hand-Deliver Report to Drug Czar's Office While Czar Refuses to MeetWASHINGTON, DC -- In conjunction with this week's 40th anniversary of President Nixon declaring "war on drugs," a group of police, judges and jailers who support legalization released a report today showing how the Obama administration is ramping up a war it disingenuously claims that it ended two years ago.Following the report's release at a press conference this morning, the pro-legalization law enforcers attempted to hand-deliver a copy to Obama

IFS Applications streamlines operations at Kuusakoski

IFS, the global enterprise applications company, today announces that Kuusakoski Oy, a Finnish industrial recycling company, will implement IFS Applications at all its sites. The specification phase of the implementation project has been completed, and the implementation is to be carried out site-specifically between 2012 and 2014.Kuusakoski selected IFS Applications in order to increase efficiency, consolidate work processes and improve stability and usability. “We wanted a straightforward, state-of-the-art ERP system, which supports our business management,” stated Harri Pulli, Vice

PG Auto Glass is now Offering a Website Special for Auto Glass Repairs and Replacements

LOS ANGELES, CA (June, 2011) — Residents now have an easy way to save money on auto glass repair. PG Los Angeles Auto Glass Repair  now offers a website coupon that can be used for fast and professional auto glass replacement service. Every motorist needs a reliable choice when automobile glass damage happens. PG Auto Glass makes being prepared in advance easy and economical.Damage to automobile windows happens more frequently than most people think. The average driver places most emphasis on safety to the body, engine and tires of a motor vehicle. A broken

Digital Check Names Jose Cardenas as Vice President of Technical Services

Northbrook, IL, June 14, 2011 – Digital Check Corp  (www.digitalcheck.com), a worldwide provider of check scanners to the financial industry for the teller, branch and remote deposit capture markets, has named Jose Cardenas as vice president of technical services. Cardenas joined Digital Check three months ago in a consulting capacity, successfully improving process efficiencies in the areas of customer service, helpdesk incident reporting, and information technology and has now joined the company fulltime. Cardenas brings over 15 years of experience in a

Lars G Nordström elected as Chairman of Vattenfall

At today’s Extraordinary Annual General Meeting at Vattenfall, Lars G Nordström was elected Chairman of the Board. Christer Bådholm was elected Deputy Chairman.Lars G Nordström has extensive and solid experience of executive positions in several sectors with a focus on the financial industry. He was significantly involved in establishing the Nordic bank group Nordea, and was its President and Group CEO from 2002 to 2007. From 2008 to 2011, he was Group CEO and President of Posten Norden AB. Christer Bådholm, a Vattenfall board member since 2002, was elected Deputy Chairman. He holds an M.

PHOTO FINISH FOR NURSERY WORKER UP FOR TOP AWARD

News release 14th June 2011Nursery worker Lynda Bon has been named runner up in her category at the National Day Nurseries Association awards after narrowly missing out on first place. Lynda, who works at The Old Station Nursery in Filkins near Lechlade, was one of only three candidates in the country up for the Nursery Practitioner of the Year 2011 prize. The NDNA awards are open to all nurseries across the UK and are the only nursery awards voted for by parents. For the category of Nursery Practitioner of the Year parents were asked to nominate an outstanding individual who “

WirelessCar awarded Best Telematics Service Provider

WirelessCar has won the award for Best Telematics Service Provider on Tuesday, June 6th. This award was presented in Detroit at the most important telematics conference and exhibition of the year hosted by Telematics Update.“This reward is the recognition of the achievements of our team, today delivering two million messages a day in more than 50 countries and providing our extensive 12 years’ experience in connecting vehicles to the global vehicle OEM industry,” said Martin Rosell, Managing Director of WirelessCar. WirelessCar won the award after being selected by a jury of six

Bushnell Outdoor Products SelectsCision PR and Marketing Software

Award-Winning CisionPoint Chosen for Superior Media Database and Ease of UseTORONTO, June 14, 2011 – Cision, the leading provider of PR software , services and tools for the marketing and public relations industry, today announced that Bushnell Outdoor Products, an industry leader in sports optics and outdoor accessories, has adopted the award-winning CisionPoint PR and marketing software platform. Bushnell Outdoor Products makes and markets high-performance sports, recreation and outdoor optics – binoculars, range

Bushnell Outdoor Products SelectsCision PR and Marketing Software

Award-Winning CisionPoint Chosen for Superior Media Database and Ease of UseCHICAGO, June 14, 2011 – Cision, the leading provider of PR software , services and tools for the marketing and public relations industry, today announced that Bushnell Outdoor Products, an industry leader in sports optics and outdoor accessories, has adopted the award-winning CisionPoint PR and marketing software platform. Bushnell Outdoor Products makes and markets high-performance sports, recreation and outdoor optics – binoculars, range

Dialight expands into Japan

Newmarket, UK (14 June 2011) – Dialight plc (‘Dialight’), the innovative global leader in LED lighting technology, is pleased to announce the formation of Dialight Japan KK as a further step in the company’s global thrust into the industrial and hazardous LED lighting market.Dialight Japan KK has today signed agreements to acquire the assets and contracts of its Japanese distributor, I-Spec Ltd for an upfront consideration of £0.2m and a 25% stake in Dialight Japan KK. All employees of I-Spec will transfer to Dialight Japan KK with additional consideration due to the shareholder employees

The Currency Club Now Accepts Online Bank Transfers As Payment for Travel Money Purchases

Virtual Museum Exhibit Establishes International Impact Utilizing Social Networking Platforms

Fact:"Young people are the drivers of economic development. Foregoing this potential is an economic waste and can undermine social stability. The impact of the crisis has not been gender neutral, with disproportionate burden placed on women."    - Juan Somavia, International Labour Organization Director GeneralInternational Museum of Women Presents:'Young Women Speaking the Economy'June 2011, San Francisco, CA – Extending the voices of young women worldwide, the International Museum of Women’s exhibition ‘Young Women Speaking the Economy ’

FATHER’S DAY HAS SPECIAL MEANING ON THE FARM AND IN THE KITCHEN FOR CABOT® CREAMERY COOPERATIVE DADS

It’s All About Dad, Family and Healthy Foods On Father’s DayCABOT, Vt. (June 14, 2011) — Move over, Moms! Step aside, kids! It’s June and that means one thing for the man of the house: Father’s Day is on its way! “Father’s Day falls on the third Sunday of every June,” says Cabot Creamery Cooperative  farmer spokesperson Mark Hackett. “This year’s celebration, honoring dads across the nation, falls on June 19 and it’s the perfect time for families to pay tribute to fathers for all they do for the family. I really enjoy Father’s Day because it means I

Autoliv Presents New Safety Product - New windshield pillar for better driver visibility and better crash protection

(Stockholm, 14 June, 2011) – – – At the on-going international conference Enhanced Safety of Vehicles (ESV), Autoliv, Inc. – the global leader in automotive safety systems – presented the test results of the Company’s latest innovation. It is an expandeble roof pillar for the windshield that is three times thinner than a traditional windshield pillar in order to enhance the driver’s field of view and reduce weight. In addition, the risk of roof intrusion is reduced.The new windshield pillar is designed to be as slim as possible in order not to obscure the view of the driver. This will

Nimo-KG in new cooperation with Norway’s largest meat producer

The first machine was delivered in mid 2010 – and now the cooperation continues. Nimo-KG gained renewed trust when Nortura, Norway’s leading meat and egg producer, decided to take the next step in upgrading their Forus production line just outside Stavanger.35 production plants, 5800 employees and more than 3 billion US dollars in turnover makes Nortura Norway’s leading producer of meat and eggs. At the factory in Forus (which produce a number of different salted and smoked meats, sausages and toppings) the goal is to be just as great a workplace. Therefore Nortura invested in a specially

International Checkout Increases Global Sales and Adds New Currencies and Multi-Currency JCB Acceptance through Planet Payment

June 14, 2011, Long Beach, NY and Van Nuys, CA - Planet Payment (LSE: AIM: PPT and PPTR; OTCQX: PLPM), a leading international payment processor, and International Checkout, a leading third-party payment and fulfillment service for US retailers selling globally online, announced today an expansion of their multi-currency pricing agreement. Planet Payment’s Multi-Currency Pricing via its iPAY Global Gateway helps online merchants more effectively target international markets with pricing and payment transparency in any supported currency, through the ease of a single US-based merchant