In a game with the Orioles on Tuesday night, Josh Hamilton scored more home runs than Albert Pujols, LATimes.com reported. The Texas Rangers’ outfielder hit four homers, the report stated. And according to the entertainment news site GreenBeanBuddy.com, his historic feat left his own team perplexed.

Specifically, the report said that Hamilton made four home runs and eight run batted ins during the game. On the other hand, highly paid Pujols only made a record of one home run and nine run batted ins so far in the season, detailed the report.

But while many were awed with Hamilton’s Tuesday game performance, others used his single game record to make jokes on Pujols, the report added. Additionally, based on a separate post from USAToday.com, GreenBeanBuddy shared that Hamilton’s four home runs left Rangers bewildered whether to let him go or to keep him in the team.

Here’s a part of the post “Josh Hamilton Recorded Four Homers in One Game” from GreenBeanBuddy.com.

Tuesday night was huge for Texas Rangers Josh Hamilton. In a game against the Baltimore Orioles, the number 23 outfielder recorded four home runs and eight RBIs. His hits made him the 16th player to have four homers in a game in the major league history.

But while the smashing record was undoubtedly a good thing for Hamilton, his lucky streak became a quite a mockery for Angels Albert Pujols. Though much more highly paid, Pujols current record for the season is only one HR and 9 RBI. And that MLB fans were quick to point out in comparison with Hamiltons hot start.

Read more about Josh Hamilton Made History with Four Homers at: http://www.greenbeanbuddy.com/1884/josh-hamiltons-hrs-fans-pujols-money-count/

With all the exciting moments that happened these past few days in Major League Baseball, sports and entertainment news website GreenBeanBuddy.com reckoned that the current season is going to be a slugfest. And that all baseball fans should watch out, it added.

Read the hottest celebrity and sports news today. Go to http://www.GreenBeanBuddy.com.

Our annual Pearl Fiesta event serves as an avenue for each and every team member of Flora Group Hotels to showcase organizational and team building abilities, as well as unique talents. The tremendous growth seen by Flora Group in 2011 can be attributed to our highly motivated professional associates, who each enjoy working in an environment of mutual respect and trust. We are dedicating this years celebration to our valued team members, said Mr. Mohamed Rafi, Chief Operating Officer of Flora Group of Hotels.

This years event will bring together nearly 500 guests, representing the organizations diversity; several countries and nationalities will be represented. All employees across the groups properties, such as the Flora Grand Hotel, Flora Creek Deluxe Hotel Apartments, Flora Park Deluxe Hotel Apartments and other Flora Hotels, are invited to participate in this years event. Guests, family members and friends of all Flora Groups employees are also invited to be a part of this years celebrations.

Pearl Fiesta 2012 will host games such as football, cricket, volleyball, basketball, carom, table tennis, badminton, and tug-of-war. While each sporting event will certainly crown a victor, the events were chosen for their ability to encourage sportsmanship-like behaviours, foster a sense of community and ultimately, re-energize the organizations employees.

This gathering isnt just a sporting competition. In an effort to cater to their organizations broad spectrum of interests, the event will also showcase cultural and dance activities.

About Flora Group Hotels

The Flora Group of Hotels is a small, quality-driven collection of hotels and serviced apartments located within Dubai – one of the world’s most modern and fastest growing cities.

Flora Group Hotels provides a wonderful choice, whether you are a discerning budget traveller, or in search of 5-star luxury. They have accommodation solution to suit your needs whether it is for leisure, business, a stopover or longer stays.

Their deluxe hotel apartments offer a choice of both full hotel service operations, as well as self-catering facilities. The extensive range of accommodation includes standard hotel rooms, deluxe hotel suites, studios, one, two and three bedroom suite apartments, royal suites, as well as executive and privilege floors.

All the groups hospitality establishments provide only the highest levels of comfortable quality accommodations and conference facilities and we are the perfect choice for your next city break, business meeting or special family occasion.

Since reaching the final of X-Factor UK in 2010, the band has become a global phenomenon. Already being compared to The Beatles, Louis, Harry, Liam, Zayn, and Niall have taken the pop scene by storm and have an army of fans following them wherever they go. Their album, Up All Night, marked the first time a UK group has gone number one in the US with their debut album.

Their US tour, which starts off on Thursday 13 June in Ft. Lauderdale, sold out incredibly quickly, but thanks to Tickets Compared, fans can still get their hands on tickets and get to see the band in action.

A spokesperson for Tickets Compared commented: We are delighted to offer such a fantastic prize to One Direction fans to go and see this exciting up and coming boyband. Tickets for One Directions 2012 US tour sold out a long time ago, so this is going to make one lucky fan very happy indeed. We wish all entrants the best of luck.

To enter, simply like Tickets Compareds new Facebook page or follow them on Twitter and then complete a sweepstakes entry form. For full instructions on how to enter and for competitions rules, please visit http://ticketscompared.com/competition.php. The competition is open now and runs until the 15 May 2012.

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The Queens Jubilee

The 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th of June 2012 is the much anticipated bank holiday weekend celebrating the 60th anniversary of Queen Elizabeth IIs coronation. The Diamond Jubilee is set to be even bigger than the Golden Jubilee ten years previously, with celebrations and festivities taking place across the United Kingdom, as well as the Commonwealth and Crown Dependencies.

Celebrate at Center Parcs

Center Parcs, the United Kingdoms number one destination for short weekend breaks, is putting on a selection of special Jubilee activities and celebrations in recognition of the Queens time on the throne. There is something for guests of all ages. A trip to Center Parcs during the jubilee weekend would certainly be a royally fantastic family break.

There are currently four Center Parcs villages in England, based in the forests of Longleat, Elveden, Whinfell, and perhaps the most famous of them all: Sherwood Forest. There is a variety of activities available for guests:

-In keeping with tradition, a large street party will be thrown at all four Center Parcs. Traditional tea and snacks will be served and there will be a variety of entertainment for all the family.

-A Big Lunch will be served to get everyone together. A sumptuious British Carvery will be the dish of the day with other delicious options also available.

-Coverage of the Royal Proceedings in London will be shown on the big screen during the meal.

-A Royal childrens party will be thrown. Children can enjoy dancing, face painting, party snacks and a multitude of games and activities. The Kings and Queens party is ideal for children aged 3 to 7 years.

In addition to the themed activities, Center Parcs has over 250 activities and an abundance of facilities including sports centres, subtropical swimming paradise, adventure trails and cycling routes, on top of the numerous restaurants, bars, shops and high quality accommodation. With so much to choose from, Center Parcs is a great location to celebrate any occasion.

Book your Queens Jubilee bank holiday break with Center Parcs online.

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The promotion concentrates on several countries and cities that the music festivals 2012 are going to be held in. There are many interesting and comfortable places to stay in Zagreb, Chicago, New Orleans, Paris, Roskilde, Leicester, Nashville and Seattle that the visitors can book and have one unforgettable trip. It is expected that the most visited and interesting music festivals 2012 are going to be the Download Festival, INmusic festival, Rock En Seine, Roskilde Festival, Essence Music Festival, Pitchfork Music Festival, Sasquatch! Music Festival and CMA Music Festival. As recent years show, these events are always visited by large number of music fans that follow their favorite bands and singers.

Europe has many interesting destinations that should be visited, but England, Croatia, Denmark and France are for sure one of the most visited, especially during the music festivals. In the United States of America, various music festivals are held during the whole year. The tourists love these places because they have many art and culture venues, numerous landscape spots and sport events but also the music festivals attract a lot of music fans. They are especially looking forward to hearing their favorite bands or singers from different types of music. In the last few years many Beyonce, Kanye West, Chris Brown, Alicia Keys or Foo Fighters fans came all the way to the music festivals to be near the celebrities who use this unique kind of opportunity to be close with everyone.

For the music festivals 2012, the hotels and accommodation places are expected to be booked even months earlier. One of the examples is Nashville who hosts the CMA Music Festival. The Country Music Festival accommodation is always sold in almost one day, but the same goes for all hotels near Download Festival or Essence Music Festival hotels.

Using the services of otel.com, the travelers can find many budget accommodation places in the countries all around the world. Otel.com cares for its customers and made numerous hotels available for special discounted price. It is time to decide which music festival to attend for this year and visit http://www.otel.com to book the stay.

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Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Career Athletes have agreed to a national partnership. Enterprise Rent-A-Car has chosen to utilize the Career Athletes nationwide network of student-athletes to connect with top-notch talent. In addition, this partnership opens the door for Enterprise to have instant access to more than 220 university athletic departments to develop lasting relationships with their student-athletes and administrators.

Enterprise, a corporate partner and the official rent-a-car of the NCAA?, has established a proven track record of hiring former collegiate athletes as seen in their national media campaign televised during the NCAA Basketball tournaments throughout March and April.

Enterprise will be providing tremendous opportunities to our members, said Career Athletes CEO Chris Smith. Their Management Training Program is one of the best in the country and will give our current and former student-athletes an amazing start to their professional careers.

Partnering with Career Athletes allows Enterprise to connect with its nationwide network of athletic departments and student athletes, and we look forward to very productive partnership. Our commitment to college recruitment has made us the #1 recruiter of college graduates and many former student-athletes have realized their potential and developed successful careers with us, said Marie Artim, Vice President Talent Acquisition, Enterprise. We see the skills that student athletes gain from their experience and know the value they can bring to our business.

As the worlds largest rental car company, Enterprise looks for competitive, well-rounded individuals to join their team. As a management trainee, student-athletes will learn valuable business skills such as managing profit and loss statements, marketing and customer service. In 2011, Enterprise hired more than 8,000 college graduates and was named by both Diversity Employers magazine and CollegeGrad.com as the top entry-level employer in the United States.

Any current or former athlete looking for a solid foundation should connect with Enterprise, said Smith. This opportunity can open so many doors for their futures in a variety of fields.

About Career Athletes, LLC:

Career Athletes is partnered with over 220 athletic departments across the United States. The online network consists of more than 130,000 community members, all current and former student-athletes looking to network and create professional connections in their desired field.

Career Athletes is the leading provider of a wide range of dedicated career development services and software within collegiate athletics. Since the inception of our roots back in 1998-to-date, athletes in every sport, from over 1,400 individual colleges and universities nationwide, have utilized Career Athletes as a valuable tool in their transition from athletics to the workplace.

Career Athletes possesses the largest member based community of current/alumni student-athletes, representing a growing legion of athletes, athletic departments and hundreds of national, regional and local employers. Today, our on-campus training and development seminars to student-athletes are the most relied upon in the nation, with over 1,000 seminars conducted and over 275,000 student-athletes educated on-campus within college athletic departments at the NCAA, NAIA and Junior Colleges level.

About Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Founded in 1957 and known for an extensive network of locations, everyday low rates and outstanding customer service, Enterprise Rent-A-Car is an internationally recognized brand that has been named to BusinessWeek magazines annual list of Customer Service Champs in 2007, 2008, 2009 and 2010. Enterprise won Budget Travel magazines 2010 and 2011 Readers Choice Award as their favorite rental car brand for customer service around the globe.

With more than 5,500 offices located within 15 miles of 90 percent of the U.S. population, Enterprise operates more than twice as many locations as its nearest competitor and continues to lead the home-city market, with local car rental revenues currently experiencing double-digit growth. Enterprise Rent-A-Car operates not only as a key provider for insurance replacement, weekend getaways and special occasions, but also as a local transportation alternative.

St. Louis-based Enterprise Holdings owns and operates through its regional subsidiaries the Enterprise Rent-A-Car brand in the United States, Canada, UK, Germany and Ireland. Its worldwide network includes more than 7,700 neighborhood and airport locations, with 6,000 offices located within 15 miles of 90 percent of the U.S. population and more than twice as many locations as Enterprise Holdings nearest U.S. competitor. With annual revenues of $ 14.1 billion and more than 70,000 employees, Enterprise Holdings also operates more than 1.2 million cars and trucks, making it the largest and most comprehensive car rental service provider in the world measured by revenue, employees and fleet. In addition to car-sharing and vanpool programs, Enterprise and its affiliates offer business and retail customers a total transportation solution, including hourly rental and car leasing and the Enterprise Car Sales, Enterprise Commercial Trucks and Enterprise Fleet Management business lines. For more information about Enterprise local and airport car rental as well as vehicle leasing, car sharing and vanpooling options, visit http://www.enterprise.com. For more information about Enterprises Corporate Sustainability Report or the brands environmental stewardship and long-term commitment to the sustainability of its business, visit http://www.DrivingFutures.com and follow @LeeBroughton on Twitter.

As autumns cooler temperatures and rain drive us indoors, the idea of hiking in the country can take a back seat to simply trying to stay warm. However, the end of summer does not have to bring an end to exploring the great outdoors as Marbellas unique mixture of beaches, trails and small-town charm continues to prove this October.

Put simply, there are few destinations that offer as many options for trekking and exploring as Marbella, located at the heart of Spains Costa del Sol and just a short flight from most UK airports. Nestled at the base of a mountain range that rises up from the Mediterranean coast, the town allows quick and easy access to a host of trails that explore the best of Andaluc?as stunning outdoors, all within minutes of the regions stunning beaches and village life and Marbella hotels. Whats more, Marbellas location between the mountain and sea keeps temperatures warm long after the summer crowds have gone home.

This autumn, Marbellas outdoor options will be on display with the second annual 4 Days Walking event, welcoming hikers and nature enthusiasts from around the world to explore nearly miles and miles of beach, villages and mountainside. Held from October 14 through the 20th, the event allows visitors staying at hotels in the Costa del Sol to explore the best of what Marbella has to offer.

Marbellas councilors of Tourism and Environment, Jos? Luis Hern?ndez and Antonio Espada recently joined the events organizer Hans Wolf to announce that this years walk will include a series of special offers for participants staying at either Hotel Fuerte Marbella or Hotel Fuerte Miramar.

Wohl noted that the event came to be three years ago with the idea to bring together Spanish, Norweigian, Engish and Dutch hikers and trekkers for a gathering of sports and social events. Reporting upwards of 700 participants registered for this year so far, Has thanked the town of Marbella for the cooperaton it has given us since the hiking event was first proposed.

This year, event organizers anticipate a significant increse in interest and participation, with more than 1,000 expected to arrive from around the world to take part. From hotels in Marbella and throughout the Costa del Sol, participants will be able to hike and trek over 20 and 30 kilometere trails that take them seemlessly from moutain to village to beach, navigating through historial and cultural sites, including V?a Verde, el Lago de las Tortugas, Los Altos de Marbella y Nag?eles.

Along the way, organizers will be on hand to help participants find their way and help out with medical and supply needs, from water to facilities. On the events final day, all participants of this years event are invited to Marbellas seaside promenade, Via Gladiola, where those who hiked all four days will be awarded a medal.

Relaxing After the Day is Done

As much as Marbellas natural surroundings have to offer, the town center ensures that those hiking and exploring the Costa del Sol enjoy the most out of their post-trek activities. After arriving at Marbellas award-winning beaches and sampling the towns delicious Andaluc?an dishes and tapas, hikers can enjoy a circuit of saunas, Turkish and steam baths, massages and hydrotherapy at either the Hotel Fuerte Marbella or Fuerte Miramar, both set just steps from the seaside. The Fuerte Hotels also offer access to a sports club for hiking participants intent on getting more fitness out of their day.????

Located just 200 meteres from where the 4 days walking event will take place, both Marbella hotels will be offering special prices and packages to those taking part in the trekking event this October.

Fuerte Hoteles is a hotel chain with seven locations and a vacation apartment establishment situated in the Spanish cities of Marbella, Estepona, Torrox, Conil, Grazalema and El Rompido. This hotel chain is mainly characterized by its concern for tourism excellence, environment preservation, continuous training for their employees and its commitment with social and cultural development

Todds Sport Shop near Kaiser Lake State Park in Conover, Ohio will soon have a new owner. United Country Gryphon Realty & Auction Group of Columbus, Ohio conducted the auction on April 12, 2012 attended by 24 different bidder groups. Auctioneer Peter Gehres offered the property at $ 500,000 with no takers. The property was offered down to $ 50,000 before the first bid was entered and additional bids quickly advanced the price up to $ 410,000 ending at $ 415,000 plus a buyers premium of 10%.

The video of the auction can be viewed HERE.

This property was very desirable and hard to value, making it a perfect asset to offer at auction. said Rich Kruse, president of Gryphon USA, the parent of the auction firm.

Next steps for the property will be a hearing in the Champaign County Court of Common Pleas to review and approve the ultimate agreement followed by a quick closing. Todds, probably under a new name, should be open for business within the next 45 days. The buyer prefers to remain anonymous at this time.

About Us

Gryphon USA, Ltd. is a multi-faceted asset management and liquidation firm focusing on the operations and dissolution of single assets through and including entire companies. Gryphon maintains a receivership and asset management group (Gryphon Asset Management http://www.gryphonusa.com) real estate brokerage practice and commercial auction/appraisal group (United Country Gryphon Realty & Auction Group http://www.gryphonauction.com), art, antique and pottery auction group (Belhorn Auctions http://www.belhornauctions.com) and real property management group (partnered with Borror Properties http://www.gryphonborror.com).

Melissa M. Kruse oversees the day to day operations of the parent company, Gryphon USA, Ltd. while Gryphon Asset Management operations are managed by Richard F. Kruse. Auction operations are directed by Peter Gehres and the property management partnership is maintained by Lori Steiner.

Sunpeaks Ventures Inc. Gained another 8% bringing the share price to $ 1.95 and as much as 527% since StockReports.nets SMS Alert a few weeks ago.

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READEN HOLDING CORP continued its strong momentum and moved up 26% to its new 52-week high of $ 0.24. Readen Holding Corp recently that its 100% owned subsidiary D5 Mobile B.V. launched three new Android Based Phones.

This morning Readen Holding Corps Vitalon-Holland Subsidiary announced that it has signed an exclusive distribution agreement for the Portuguese Market as well as an initial order for the Subsidiary Infant Dairy Product.

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Endocyte, Inc. is the biggest gainer and skyrocketed 105% to $ 7.80 on hefty volume of 4.94 million shares after Merck & Co. agreed to make a $ 120 million upfront payment to the company, with additional payouts of up to $ 880 million, to develop and market an experimental cancer drug.

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WebSafety, a leading provider of child-protection and parental-notification mobile phone solutions, announced today that the WebSafety AT&T retail-point of sale program has expanded into 109 Ohio AT&T authorized dealers.

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Hamilton County Board Members announced yesterday in a special board meeting, that Dennis Flint High Country will undergo an extensive renovation project starting May.

Dennis Flint High Country, named after philanthropist Dennis Flint, was built in 1957. In the late 1980s the community center was expanded to include another nearby building, and most recently the Dennis Flint High Country began offering additional community wide programs.

Its about time the county and state approved renovating Dennis Flint High Country, said Director Michael Ray. Our community members deserve better conditions.

Renovating Dennis Flint High Country is going to cost about $ 50 million. The new renovations will enlarge the community center, and add newer, more advanced features as well as new athletic fields.

Dennis Flint High Country is pretty much in the same form as when it was first built in 1957, Ray said. In addition, we have over 1,000 community members, so we need more room.

The renovation project will begin early May and the board predicts Dennis Flint High Country will open its fall classes and workshops in early September.

Dennis Flint High Country is going to look completely different, I can’t wait, Ray said.

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Dennis Flint High Country is a community center located in Cincinnati. Dennis Flint High Country offers widespread courses and sport after-school programs. Recently the school board announced Dennis Flint High Country will undergo an extensive renovation project.

Saint Jude Retreats announces a new tip sheet to help build awareness of teen alcohol and drug abuse. This tip sheet will help parents or guardians of a teenager indentify a drug or alcohol problem through warning signs and behavior observation. For first time parents of teens who are experimenting with drugs this confrontation can be difficult and embarrassing for both sides. Learn how to deal with these issues in this tip sheet created by The Saint Jude Program, the original educated-based alternative to alcohol and drug rehab. Information in this article is extracted from The Saint Jude Program’s website.

Teens Are Observers–Teenagers pick up on social habits almost naturally. Teen adolescents are observing family, reality stars on TV, reading facebook updates, and viewing photos of adults consuming alcohol or drugs. From watching adults use these substances, young adults begin to realize that these substances can provide satisfying results such as relaxation, stress relief and popularity. It is important for parents to distinguish between experimentation and problem usage. While it is true that any level of substance use can be dangerous, parents must keep in mind that so too is driving or riding in a car. Parents can use this time as an opportunity to have a frank discussion with their teen about substance use and build a more adult relationship with them. When talking with a teen it is recommended parents stay calm and really listen to their teen. If a parent feels the teen may have developed a substance use problem there are alternative alcohol and drug treatment programs available that will guide the teen into making more productive choices and overcoming this temporary behavior problem.

There Will Be Behavioral Changes–Mood swings in teens are very common but there are warning signs an adolescent may have a problem with alcohol or drugs. If a teenager becomes extremely withdrawn from normal everyday routines this is a warning sign. A teen may no longer want to talk or engage with parents and an otherwise close parent-child relationship will suddenly decline. Lastly, teens using drugs may no longer interact with family and friends and may not be interested in maintaining normal activities such as hanging out with friends, partaking in family events, sports, music, school work etc. Parents should also watch for excessive, long term sadness and signs of depression.

Look For Evidence–There are staple drug paraphernalia items that should arise suspicion from parents such as baggies, loose pills, or even an excess of cash. Parents should talk to their children regarding drug use due to the fact that abusing prescription pills, which is wildly popular among teens right now—can be extremely dangerous if not fatal. Parents need to remember a teen can access these pills from a home medicine cabinet and should take notice if bottles are moved around, or there are less pills. Also an extreme necessity for cash is a red flag. If a teen begins selling things, asking for money or even stealing these are all warning signs that a teen may be using drugs.

Secrecy–If an adolescent begins hiding things and becomes secretive this should be of concern to a parent. An example of this would be a teen quickly rushing a jacket, book bag, or purse and into a bedroom with a locked door whereas before the teen would casually lay these items around the house. Also a teen could begin hiding trash or clothes in fear of someone smelling drugs or alcohol or finding drug paraphernalia. Lastly, a teenager avoids sharing or engaging with family and friends–teenagers that are using may become suddenly unfriendly and introverted.

Interventions Are Not The Answer–Naturally, some parents are upset when a teen starts using drugs or drinking alcohol. After the initial shock the next step is for parents try to figure out the best way to approach the teen. Parents may begin looking for an alcohol or drug rehab and intervention techniques, but this is often premature, unnecessary and in some cases harmful. While pop television shows may glamorize traditional, confrontational type interventions and drug treatment programs, research has shown this methodology to be ineffective and oftentimes harmful. Teaching a teen that they have a progressive, incurable disease called addiction may cause that young adult a lifetime of needless struggle. Additionally, confronting a teen with a room full of people and a stranger whose sole purpose is to force that child into a rehab facility will reinforce an imaginary lifelong disease which will not produce any positive long term results.

Teens Are Using…Now What?– Ultimately as parents there is a desire to control teenagers, but unfortunately it is impossible to control another persons thoughts, choices and behaviors. Parents should be a positive power of example for teens with respect to substance use along with developing a healthy, open relationship that will guide the child through adolescence. Parent should not panic if their teenager begins using and should reflect back to their own teen years and be open about the substance use choices made during those years. If a parent discovers their teen has a drug problem they should avoid becoming confrontational, critical or hysterical, which all are not helpful. Addiction is not a disease; it ultimately comes down to a choice to use or not to use. For more information about choice based alternative to alcohol or drug treatment visit: http://www.soberforever.org

About Saint Jude Retreats: Saint Jude Retreats (http://www.soberforever.net) is a drug and alcohol social education center headquartered in Amsterdam, New York. It is an effective alternative to alcohol rehab and drug treatment centers. Saint Jude Retreats has been helping people overcome alcohol and substance use problems through Cognitive Behavioral EducationSM (CBE) since opening its doors in 1992. CBE and the Saint Jude Retreats program are endorsed by alcohol and drug program internationally acclaimed professionals, such as Dr. Stanton Peele, PhD, Prof. Emeritus David Hanson, PhD; Prof. David Rudy, PhD; Dr. Joy Browne and the late Joseph Vacca, PhD, among others.

The Liberty University mens volleyball team looks to wrap up the 2012 season in a big way as they travel to Kansas City, Mo., to compete in the 2012 National Collegiate Volleyball Federation (NCVF) National Championships April 5-7.

Liberty finished the season sixth in Division 1 of the NCVFs Eastern Intercollegiate Volleyball Association (EIVA) South Division.

The team, though limited on experience, came on strong at the conference tournament held at James Madison University on March 24, defeating the University of Virginia before a close loss to North Carolina State.

Liberty will be competing in the I-AAA division at nationals. The Flames open pool play with Dartmouth, Penn State-Harrisburg and Wake Forest University today at 7 p.m. inside the Kansas City Convention Center. Other schools competing include Central Michigan, Rice, Towson, Albany and fellow Big South Conference member High Point University.

Head Coach Bryan Rigg is impressed with the growth of his team, featuring only three seniors and five juniors in addition to three underclassmen.

The players are continuing to improve, Rigg said. We have a lot of freshmen and sophomores who, after playing in the fall are getting better.

Sophomore Steven Abbott came to Liberty with only two years of competitive volleyball experience, and has been the Flames starting libero all season.

Rigg said Abbott, who was a close contender for all-conference honors this season, will be a player to watch in 2013.

Another major contributor is junior Jamie Stedjan, who transferred from an NCAA Division II volleyball program. He started as an outside hitter, but has seamlessly made the transition to setter and has been a steadying influence on the court this season.

Rigg has high expectations for this team, as he hopes they can make it all the way to the finals after a top five finish in 2010.

Men’s volleyball is one of 29 Club Sports offered at Liberty.

Liberty University, located in Lynchburg, Va., is the worlds largest Christian university. More than 12,000 students attend classes on its 6,500-acre residential campus and more than 70,000 study in its thriving online education program.

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From the company that revolutionized TV by bringing cinematic storytelling and unforgettable characters to life, HBO GO is one of the latest streaming television apps in the market. HBO GO is an authenticated online video destination for RCN customers with an HBO subscription. And while it sounds rather complex, it really isnt. Through HBO GO, HBO has made it easy for RCNs cable customers to access HBOs online content from almost any device connected to the Internet. HBO GO is the latest addition to HBOs digital offerings and nicely complements HBO On Demand?, benefiting our cable service customers with more viewing options than ever before. With content updated continuously, HBO GO allows customers with a high-speed Internet connection to instantly watch the hottest HBO television programs from a PC or MAC computer through a browser-based application.

With RCN as your cable provider and HBO GOs online service, our customers get a variety of additional features for free. HBO GO gives our customers the capability to create a Watchlist to track and organize content for later viewing and you can even customize your view in slideshow, grid, or list format. Plus, with RCN cable service and HBO GO, our New York customers get added exclusive content including interviews, show summaries and behind the scene extras. Further personalize your HBO GO experience with a Series Pass that automatically alerts customers to new episodes of their favorite HBO programs as soon as they arrive. Get some friends together to watch the fashion-filled, NYC adventures of Carrie, Charlotte, Miranda and Samantha from the beginning with HBO GO. Catch the latest episodes of Game of Thrones?, Boardwalk Empire? or Eastbound & Down? and get the inside scoop with additional and exclusive bonus materials, soundtracks, and cast information -all incorporated into HBO GO online service from RCN.

With more than 1,400 titles to choose from at any given time, HBO GO lets RCNs authenticated customers instantly watch any episode of any season of the hottest HBO series online. Wherever you are, HBO GO lets Entourage? fans catch up with the Hollywood-happenings of Vincent, Eric, Johnny Drama and Turtle. With RCN as your cable provider, its easy to go back to the American Wild West with the hit HBO show Deadwood?. Find out why everyone is talking about vampires with the hottest HBO series True Blood?. No matter your viewing pleasure, RCN cable service and HBO GO have you covered. From full-length motion pictures to the hottest sports events, plus documentaries, specials and concerts, HBO GO gives you immediate access to it all.

Whats more? HBO GO also offers HBOs celebrated HBO Films, HBO Miniseries, HBO Documentary Films, HBO Sports, plus comedies, late night programming, and the largest selection of recent blockbuster movies in both standard and high definition. Get all that HBO has to offer, online and on-the-go, with HBO GO and your New York cable provider, RCN.

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The International Olympic Committee’s (IOC’s) Coordination Commission today concluded its tenth and final visit to London with the message that the 2012 Host City is ready to welcome the worlds best athletes and Olympic and Paralympic fans this summer.

Chairman of the IOCs Coordination Commission Denis Oswald said: With only 119 days to go until the Games begin, London is ready to welcome the world this summer.

‘London presented us with a strong vision in Singapore seven years ago and, while many details will need to be finalised between now and 27 July, they are well on track to deliver an outstanding event.

Thirty-one sport test events have already been successfully staged in London 2012 venues and a range of cultural, educational and sports programmes are bringing the Olympic spirit to the whole of the UK.

London 2012 also told the Coordination Commission that Londoners were gearing-up for the Games by starting to adapt their travel habits and determining the best routes and times to attend the events this summer. Restaurants, shops, airports, government agencies and others are also giving their support to the Games by adjusting their operations to help the UK deliver its best to the world.

Training for volunteers is also in full swing, while educational and Local Leaders programmes are informing the public and encouraging them to get involved with the Games.

Denis Oswald said: You can really sense the growing excitement for the Games.

This will no doubt be a summer like no other for London and Great Britain but with the support of Londoners and the British population, London 2012 will surely be a memorable event for the athletes and the fans. The world expects a lot from London but we know youre ready and we know youll deliver.’

LOCOG Chair Sebastian Coe said: ‘We are obviously delighted with the IOC verdict that we are on track to deliver a great Games and welcome the world in 17 weeks time. We couldn’t have a better or more committed team of people, not just at LOCOG but all over the UK, delivering on the promises we made when we bid for the Games.’

For further information, please contact the London 2012 Press Office.

Coach Geoff Young explains, “Tennis is played with the feet first, the mind second, and then the hands. The efficacy of how we’re able to cover the court will prove to be a huge step in maximizing our abilities. One area of footwork is the efficiency of recovery, and how this impacts our ability to retrieve yet another ball back into play.”

With over 11 years of collegiate head coaching experience, Young has had time to observe his players and notice where common mistakes occur. Coach Young says, “When chasing down a ball in the corner, I often see players get to the ball, hit it back, and proceed to keep running a few steps before stopping and returning to the middle of the court before having to chase down the next ball. This will slow a player down, as the player will actually be wasting valuable time running more than they need to.”

The type of surface and a player’s comfort level on that surface also play a big role. “On the surface of clay, you will see the clay court specialists begin their slide prior to striking the ball, and subsequently stop their slide right as they hit the ball, letting them immediately recover upon completion of the shot” explains Young. “Many players who aren’t as comfortable on clay will keep sliding or even begin their slide after they hit the ball, carrying them in the opposite direction they need to be recovering. Be aware of how quickly you’re able to stop and start recovery back to the middle third of the court, limiting the amount of steps taken beyond the point of impact.”

Coach Geoff Young was a Two-time all-Big Ten player for Northwestern University. He is currently in his sixth season as head men’s coach of the Minnesota Gophers. Prior to Minnesota, was the head coach at the University of Denver for six years. With two straight appearances in the second round of the NCAA tournament in 2009 and 2010, Geoff Young continues to set the outlook high for the Minnesota men’s tennis team. To get more tips and instruction from Coach Young, check out his Nike Tennis Camp at the University of Minnesota.

Nike Tennis Camps offer junior and adult day and overnight tennis camps at 73 locations nationwide. The camps provide first-rate instruction, match play, diversified social activities, exposure to life in a university setting and the chance to build lasting friendships. Our goal is to give players the opportunity to hit thousands of balls, improve their technique, and be challenged by some of the best players in their peer group.

About US Sports Camps

US Sports Camps (USSC), headquartered in San Rafael, California, is Americas largest summer sports camp network and the licensed operator of NIKE Sports Camps. Founded in 1975, Nike Tennis Camps is a division of US Sports Camps. What began 37 years ago as one tennis camp is now a national network with more than 500 camps across the country in a wide variety of sports.

Players, coaches, parents and others interested in Nike Tennis Camps and US Sports Camps can visit the companys website at ussportscamps.com or phone 1-800-NIKE-CAMP.

Connor Sport Court International, the worlds leading manufacturer of high-performance sports flooring, and UPS (NYSE: UPS), an official NCAA corporate partner, today announced that the hardwood basketball court that will serve as the centerpiece of the 2012 NCAA? Mens Final Four? will arrive in New Orleans on Friday, March 23.

The Connor Sport Court Final Four Floor Tour transported by UPS will present the hardwood court to the public on Friday, March 23, during a parade and arrival at the Superdome. The parade will be from 10:30 to 11 a.m. The parade route will be from Convention Center Boulevard to Poydras, ending at the Mercedes Benz Superdome.

To see the court assembled in quick time go to:

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A documentary team from CBS Television is filming the tour, from construction of the court in Amasa, Michigan, to Final Four play in New Orleans.

There will be free fun for everyone:

????The first 100 individuals showing up will receive an official NCAA 3X6 piece of the floor emblazoned with the Final Four logo.
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The Final Four will take place March 31 and April 2 at the Superdome in New Orleans. The championship court, transported by UPS Freight, began its road trip on March 16 at UPSs hub in Columbus, Ohio. From there it traveled on March 17 to Louisville, Ky., one of the host sites for the second and third rounds of the mens tournament.

On March 19, the court made a stop at the UPS Freight facility in Atlanta followed by Auburn University in Auburn, Ala., on March 20; the court made stops at the University of Southern Mississippi in Hattiesburg on March 21, and LSU in Baton Rouge on March 22 before arriving at its final destination.

The court, A QuickLock portable system, was crafted by Connor especially for the 2012 Mens Final Four. It was constructed of northern hardwood maple in strict accordance with NCAA specifications. Connor Sport Court is a member of the Maple Flooring Manufacturers Association (MFMA) and adheres to the stringent grading and quality standards of that organization.

Its a pleasure to partner with the eminent UPS brand on our tour, said Ron Cerny, President and CEO of Connor Sport Court. Its a great pairing. We are the foremost expert in building sports surfaces and UPS is the foremost expert in logistics.

Connor Sport Court also is supplying the court for the 2012 NCAA Womens Final Four, which will take place April 1 and 3 at the Pepsi Center in Denver. The hardwood maple for the NCAA Final Four courts is sourced by Connor as rough lumber from about 60 different sawmills, most of which are located in Michigan and Wisconsin.

About Connor Sport Court International

More athletic events are played on Connor Sport Court surfaces than on any other sports flooring in the world. Founded in 1872, Connor Sport Court has established itself as the standard for professional and collegiate sports. Hardwood used in the courts is from a renewable resource with the U.S. growing six times more hardwood than is harvested each year. Sport Court? is a registered trade mark of Connor Sport Court International. Since 1974, it has identified the original and authentic modular sport surface, continuously improved and patented to provide the highest levels of quality and performance. Connor Sport Court is proud to be the only sports surfacing company in the world that is independently audited and certified as Zero Waste and fully ISO 9001:2008 and ISO 14001:2004 certified.

Contact:????

Jeff Morton????

Director of Marketing, Connor Sport Court

801-712-6411

jmorton(at)connorsportcourt(dot)com

About UPS

UPS (NYSE:UPS) is a global leader in logistics, offering a broad range of solutions including the transportation of packages and freight; the facilitation of international trade, and the deployment of advanced technology to more efficiently manage the world of business. Headquartered in Atlanta, UPS serves more than 220 countries and territories worldwide. The company can be found on the Web at UPS.com and its corporate blog can be found at blog.ups.com. To get UPS news direct, visit pressroom.ups.com/RSS.

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UPS Public Relations

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Nike Field Hockey Camps are designed to help players, ages 1018, develop athletically. Key components to each camp include: mastering fundamental skills; experiencing lots of game competition; making friends; falling in love with field hockey. The goal is to stimulate a love for the game in young athletes by showing them how to accelerate their own progress and success.

The new 2012 summer field hockey camps joining the established network are: University of San Diego, CA; Sacred Heart University, CT; McDaniel College, MD; St. Marys College of MD; Randolph-Macon College, VA; and Manhattanville College, NY.

Each year we work hard to expand our camp network and create a larger variety of camps for our customers to choose from. The vast majority of our campers live within a three-hour drive of our summer camps, so its great to be able to provide more opportunities for more, young athletes, said Stacey White, national marketing director, Nike Field Hockey Camps. Our summer field hockey camps also provide a great opportunity to train with some of the most respected coaches in the nation.

About US Sports Camps

US Sports Camps (USSC), headquartered in San Rafael, California, is Americas largest summer sports camp network and the licensed operator of Nike Sports Camps. The company has offered summer camps since 1975 with the same mission that defines it today: to shape a lifelong enjoyment of athletics through high quality sports education and skill enhancement.

Players, coaches, parents and others interested in the 2012 Nike Field Hockey Camps can visit http://www.ussportscamps.com/fieldhockey or call 1-800-645-3226.

A recent study conducted by Brigham Young University reveals that there is a statistically significant relationship between sleep and test scores in children ages 10-19. More specifically, the study quantified optimal hours of sleep and how student performance is affected by age, with optimal hours of sleep decreasing with age.

As students in Illinois are taking the ISAT tests this week and students across the country prepare for their standardized tests later this Spring, parents and teachers emphasize the importance of a good nights sleep and a well-balanced breakfast for students. This study is particularly timely and reiterates the importance of sleep.

According to the 2012 article, the number of optimal hours of sleep for test score performance decreased by age9-9.5 hours for 10 year olds, 8.34-8.43 hours for 12 year olds and 7.02-7.35 hours for 16 year olds. Researchers note that these amounts are lower than current medical research recommendations (The National Sleep Foundation recommends 8.5-9.25 hours for 10-17 year olds), and it was acknowledged that not taking into account overall health and well-being was a limitation in this study.

Several studies have examined student achievement and sleep, with mixed results. According to a 2011 article published in American Economic Journal: Economic Policy, delaying school start time by 50 minutes significantly increased the effect on academic achievement in teenagers. But another study from the same year published in Education Finance Policy declared that there was no significant change in student achievement with a later school start time.

In a Sleep Medicine Reviews article which reviewed studies on sleep and academic performance, researchers found that sleep quantity, erratic sleep schedules, having different wake times for weekdays and weekends, and sleepiness during the day contributed to academic performance.

According to a study in Teachers College Record, sleeplessness and sleep habits come from behavioral and physiological sources. Parents are often able to set bedtimes and wake times for young children, but older children and teenagers have after-school activities and sports, early morning practices and part-time jobs, in addition to increased amounts of homework, which often lead to late bedtime and early rising.

Chicago-based certified infant and child sleep consultant, Kim Schaf, agrees that older children are often over-scheduled and sleep is not always a priority. In a recent article, Schaf gives parents tips on preventing overtiredness and creating a good routine at bedtime, including refraining from technology an hour before bed and monitoring what children are eating in the afternoon and evening hours.

During these standardized testing periods, according to Schaf, it is especially important that children have an appropriate bedtime. When children have a late bedtime, they become overtired and wired, making it very difficult for the body to settle down for sleep. For optimal performance on the standardized tests, children should have a relaxing evening with quiet time before bed, and, of course, a healthy breakfast.

About Sleep Training Solutions

Sleep Training Solutions, a leading infant and child sleep consulting company based in the Chicago area, provides education and training to parents and caregivers in the Chicago area and across the country to resolve sleep problems in infants and children. For more information, please visit http://www.SleepTrainingSolutions.com.

About Kim Schaf

Kim has a Master of Arts in Teaching and was hand-selected and personally trained in Vancouver, B.C. by Dana Obleman, world-renowned sleep expert and creator of The Sleep Sense Program. She offers one-on-one sessions and group seminars for parents, and is available to lead workshops and classes at drop-in groups, pediatrician and OB/GYN offices or hospitals at a reduced or pro-bono rate. Kim lives in a northern suburb of Chicago with her husband and two small children, both of whom are excellent sleepers.

For more information

Contact: Kim Schaf, M.A.T.

(847) 386-6285

Kim(at)SleepTrainingSolutions(dot)com

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Cardium Therapeutics (NYSE Amex: CXM) is now making its MedPodium Nutra-Apps? products available across the United States by working with Nutritional Products International (NPI) and InHealth Media.

Nutra-Apps are easy-to-use dietary supplements designed to promote personal health and well being for todays active professionals. NPI distributes the companys products to retail and online outlets across the U.S., while InHealth Media is responsible for the marketing of the MedPodium brand.

We are very excited to work with both NPI and InHealth Media to not only expand the distribution of our products, but also to increase our brand awareness with Millenials, who love to discover new brands, said Hanna Wagari, Director of Marketing. Our Nutra-Apps are designed to fuel the active lifestyle of modern consumers, and we are proud to offer them throughout the United States.

MedPodium Nutra-Apps are designed to have a pharmaceutical-like touch and feel that consumers seek. The capsules are small, sealed and come in one-and-done dosing. All of the products feature standardized and scientifically validated ingredients at the clinically studied amounts for efficacy. The packaging is designed to comfortably fit in a pocket or purse for use anytime and anywhere.

Nutra-Apps Neo-Carb Bloc? for weight management and Neo-Energy? for enhanced performance are packaged as impulse buy counter items for on-the-go consumers with completely spontaneous lifestyles. The packaging is bright, fun and eye-catching to help it stand out on store shelves.

With its innovative Nutra-Apps, MedPodium offers convenience and value to consumers all across the United States, said Mitch Gould, CEO of NPI. We are thrilled to launch this line in the American market, and expect great things from the brand in the near future.

NPI (http://www.nutricompany.com) is a nutraceutical and cosmoceutical firm that provides sales and distribution services for worldwide brands. It specializes in working with key buyers across the U.S., providing a fast track to the world’s most important market.

InHealth Media (http://www.inhealthmedia.com) provides comprehensive and strategic media services for sporting goods companies, sports media firms and organizations that manufacture sports nutrition, nutraceutical, functional foods, functional beverage and personal care brands, among many others

To learn more about MedPodium, please visit http://www.medpodium.com.

Nutritional Products International (NPI), one of the world’s leading nutraceutical companies, is pleased to announce that the Body Basix line is now available to consumers on LuckyVitamin.com.

Body Basix, which provides performance nutrition products for everyday people, was founded by former NFL and college football star Chris McIntosh. The company aims to simplify sports nutrition by making it easy to understand and use for everyday athletes and fitness enthusiasts.

“Were very happy that Body Basix products are now available for purchase on LuckyVitamin.com,” said Mitch Gould, CEO of NPI. “This is an outstanding line of supplements that help both athletes and people who simply would like to reach their personal fitness goals.”

Body Basix places an emphasis on providing performance nutrition for every type of body through the six core components of nutrition: protein, carbohydrates, fat, vitamins, minerals and water. Using these components, the company’s holistic supplements cover the performance nutrition areas of hydration, nutrition, wellness, recovery, strength and energy.

Prior to starting Body Basix, McIntosh was a star tackle for the Wisconsin Badgers from 1996-1999. His efforts helped lead the team to two straight Rose Bowl victories, and he was a first-round draft pick for the Seattle Seahawks in 2000. McIntosh founded Body Basix in order to help people find ways to live better, healthier lives.

“Body Basix focuses on key areas of nutrition to supplement natural development,” said McIntosh. “With this expansion onto LuckyVitamin.com more people will have access to the benefits of Body Basix for getting in better shape and realizing their goals.”

NPI, a company that brings consumer products from around the world to the American marketplace, provides sales and marketing solutions for Body Basix and other products worldwide. The company maintains strong relationships with key buyers all over the country, providing foreign brands with a fast track to the worlds most important market. Its website is http://www.nutricompany.com.????

To learn more about Body Basix, visit http://www.mybodybasix.com.

It seems that many NASCAR fans suddenly want to become more than just a fan – they want to work in the sport they love. One of the major fields that it seems many people want to get into is Broadcast Journalism. College Complete (CollegeComplete.com or 877-543-2655) recently added schools to its matching system to meet these fans’ needs.

Jason Shatzkamer, President of College Complete said “As we continue to speak to the fans of NASCAR and hear their concerns, we look at our systems to ensure that we have the solutions necessary. Many fans have asked about this career path and we have answered with increased coverage.”

Broadcast journalism is a broad topic that encompasses many careers such as producers and directors, advertising sales agents, telecommunications line installers and repairers, general and operations managers, camera operators for television, videos, and motion pictures, reporters and correspondents, radio and television announcers, office clerks, broadcast technicians, and finally, customer service representatives. In NASCAR, any of these jobs are possible. A few great examples are Wendy Venturini, Krista Voda, Steve Byrnes, and Jamie Little.

To get a broadcasting job, specializing in reporting on television or radio, at FOX, SPEED or ESPN, a Communications or Journalism degree is recommended. Other degrees that may help would be general business, marketing or public relations. Luckily, those two majors are offered at over 1,300 colleges across the country and can be taken online or on campus. Many of these colleges will teach how to write properly for television, how to speak well while broadcasting on the radio and television, the art of production – which is extremely important for knowing how everything works and which cameras to look at while broadcasting (if on television) and will often provide classes for valuable broadcasting experience.

If someone has this as a dream job, College Complete can help out immediately. Since a degree in Communications or Journalism is needed, College Complete can help to find the school that offers the best program for everyone and that will lead to every fan’s happiness in the future. Free Education Advice is available at collegecomplete.com or 877-543-2655.

About College Complete

Partnered with hundreds of educational institutions and across all types of education goals, including traditional college degrees, trade and vocational certifications, and professional licensure, College Complete helps students assess all of the information that exists in the public domain, allowing them to understand and make sense of their educational opportunities. Their services are free and available to anyone. Whether the interest is in Art and Design, Business, Computers and Technology, Criminal Justice, Education, Healthcare and Medical, Science and Engineering, and much, much more; if youre an Electrician, a Nurse, an Automotive Mechanic, a Teacher, a Police Officer, or youre simply interested in learning Computer Programming, Networking, Web Development, or Graphic Design College Complete is available for you at no cost. You can reach them by filling out a form on their site or calling to speak with your personal Education Advocate at 877-543-2655. College Complete has an initiative to assist those in the US Armed Forces and their families and is able to assist in identifying schools that will not only provide the educational requirements of the soldier, veteran or family member but will do so in a cost effective manner.

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Omaha, Nebraska, also known as Gate City because of its centrality in the nation and access to the gold fields of Colorado, is the largest city in the state. Today in America TV is pleased to announce March air dates for this thriving city. The award winning program will air on Fox 42 News-KPTM-TV.

Its size matches the accomplishments of the city to the people who were born and raised there. Its most prominent businessman is Warren Buffett. Montgomery Clift, the handsome actors of years gone by was born and raised in Omaha and his family house still stands. . A fun fact from the area is Academy Award winning actor Henry Ford was born there and encouraged to try acting by Marlon Brandos mother at the Omaha Community Playhouse. The playhouse is the largest one in the country.

Today in America TV brings viewers educational stories about what’s happening in a variety of fields around the country and around the world. Our host, Terry Bradshaw is a popular sports celebrity. He holds the honor of being the first quarterback ever to win four Super Bowl Championships. Twice named as Super Bowl “MVP”, Bradshaw holds Super Bowl all-time passing records to this day. During his long and respected career, he was also inducted into the Hall of Fame. He can be seen on Fox NFL Sunday as an analyst.

Today in America with Terry Bradshaw is committed to informing the audience about topics that influence their lives. The program covers subjects such as family recreation, health and wellness and renewable energy solutions as well as many more. The show can be seen on local, regional and national cable channels such as CNN Headline News, Fox Business Morning, and ESPN 2 and ION. For a Today in America sample or to peruse the cool Magazine, please visit todayinamericatv.com.

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Longstreth Sporting Goods today announced that Joni Garber, Field Hockey Sales and Service Manager, is retiring after 13 years with Longstreth. Joni has been involved with the Sporting Goods industry since 1980, specializing in field hockey since 1994.

I have watched the game of field hockey grow over the past 30 years and I value each and every day that I have been blessed to be a part of it, says Garber. Throughout my career I have been very fortunate to have worked with so many great members of the field hockey community and I will carry all of those memories with me as I begin a new chapter in my life. I have been especially fortunate to be part of the Longstreth family which is a supportive and caring group of people whom I call my extended family.

I would like to thank Joni for her many years of service and contributions to the field hockey community, says Jana Withrow, Field Hockey Manager at Longstreth. At Longstreth, Joni demonstrated daily passion, care and commitment to servicing her customers throughout the years. I wish her much happiness in retirement and thank her for the positive impact she has made on both Longstreth and the field hockey community.

Very simply, Joni has demonstrated unparalleled care for the sport of field hockey and its participants, said John Schaefer, Longstreths co-owner. She has set an unbelievable example in providing world class customer service here at Longstreth. We wish her the best, and will continue to follow her high standards in taking care of our customers.

Before coming to Longstreth, Joni was a teacher, field hockey and basketball coach at Pocono Mountain High School. After receiving her Masters Degree at East Stroudsburg University, she was the assistant lacrosse coach at Millersville University where they won the 1982 Division 3 National Championship. That team was then inducted into the Millersville University Hall of Fame in 2010.

Longstreth Womens Sports has been dedicated for more than 30 years to encouraging and developing womens sports. While specializing in Field Hockey, Lacrosse, and Fastpitch Softball, Longstreth can outfit almost any team or athlete. Located just 30 miles northwest of Philadelphia, PA, Longstreth supplies equipment, footwear, uniforms and training gear for female athletes across the United States. Visit Longstreth at http://www.longstreth.com to see the full selection of products.

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Dolphins defensive end standout, Kendall Langford will host a free football camp for high school student athletes on Saturday, March 24, 2012. The camp will take place at the Miami Dolphins state of the art practice facility on the campus of Nova Southeastern University and registration is open to the first 200 campers in grades 9-12. The camps presenting sponsor, Doctors Hospital Center for Orthopedics & Sports Medicine, an international leader in the treatment of sports injuries believes in Kendalls mission to mentor students through football.

Kendall, along with several of his Dolphin teammates and other NFL colleagues will provide the campers with a solid foundation of the game. Professional trainers from Bommarito Performance Center will teach collegiate level fundamentals and give campers position specific instruction. This years camp features a new, streamlined online pre-registration process. Campers can register online at http://kendalllangfordcamp2012.eventbrite.com.

Langford is known for being actively involved in the Miami community since becoming a Dolphin in 2008. Kendalls mission at this years camp is to reach out to high school student athletes to give them the information they need to be successful at the collegiate level. During the camps mentoring session, Kendall plans to emphasize to the attendees that their primary goal should be their education.

In addition to the specialized football camp instruction, campers will receive camp T-shirts, lunch, drinks and awards. Parents or guardians must sign a release form for each camper upon arrival.

I am grateful to be able to give back to this community that has given me so much!” said Langford, “If I can help one kid at the camp become a better student, athlete or encourage them to stay on the right track, it is all worth it. I appreciate Doctors Hospital as well as the other sponsors that believe in the value of my mission.

Sponsors to date include: Miami Doctors Hospital Center for Orthopedics and Sports Medicine, Publix, Gatorade, NFL, NFL Players Association, Bommarito Performance Center, Dow Lohnes Sports & Entertainment, Parthemer King Group, Rite Way Signs, and the Miami Dolphins.

A limited number of sponsorships are available, for more information please contact, Andrea Williams at 770-901-8800.

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The 2011 holiday sales season is over, but planning ahead will help online merchants gear up for 2012. A new report from social analytics ecommerce platform MerchantTribe.com reveals a surprising holiday sales takeaway for web merchants: Shoppers place more orders per-day as the holiday season moves forward but average order size drops steadily after Thanksgiving.

The data was collected from online stores using MerchantTribe shopping cart software. The merchants represent a broad horizontal cross-section of B2C stores and sell items including sporting goods, books, software, clothing and electronics. The report analyzed data collected between November 24th 2011 and December 24th 2011.

We were surprised by the significant change in how much is spent per-order over the season, said Marcus McConnell, founder of MerchantTribe. That seemed to defy the conventional wisdom that shoppers are as influenced by price at the beginning of the season than at the end. Perhaps shoppers purchase gifts for more important recipients first. Or maybe they wait for harder to shop for friends and family members and theyve exhausted their budgets. Either way, they become more cost conscious the closer to Christmas they shop.

McConnell suggests that to entice budget-conscious shoppers later in the season, merchants should try bundling items, offering discounted shipping on minimum order sizes and creating low-cost last-minute gift categories. And since conversion rates improve as Christmas approaches, it seems that shoppers are not doing as much comparison. So merchants can raise shipping rates slightly to compensate for smaller order totals.

Additional findings of the report were as follows:

1.????Customers placed more online orders as the season progressed, peaking on December 20.

2.????Merchants made the highest amount of revenue per day shortly after Thanksgiving.

3.????Customers spent significantly more per online order at the beginning of the season than at the end.

4.????Conversion rates rose throughout the season, but dropped off around December 20.

MerchantTribe is a free, open-source ecommerce platform that collectively analyzes data from stores and identifies trends. Merchants that share data receive advice about how to help their stores sell more online.

If you would like more information about this topic, or to schedule an interview with Marcus McConnell, please call 804-476-0030 or e-mail Marcus(at)merchanttribe(dot)com.

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Victorywatches.com, retailers of GPS running watches, heart rate monitor watches and triathlon watches recently announced a sale on select Garmin running watches. For a limited time, shoppers can enjoy sale prices on popular Garmin running watches, including the Garmin Forerunner 910XT GPS Watch, the Garmin Forerunner Wireless GPS watch and other functional running watches at victorywatches.com.

According to Victorywatches.com spokesman, Bob Smith, there has never been a better time to purchase a Garmin watch, Garmin watches arent just useful, they feature some of the best GPS and running watch technology that is on the market today. Athletes cant beat the functionality, style and comfort when it comes to Garmin running watches. As reported by Smith, “The Garmin running watches featured in the sale include everything that everyone from the weekend warrior to the professional athlete needs to reach their fitness goals, including GPS functionality, distance tracking, elevation and heart rate monitor.” In addition to these features, most Garmin running watches are also perfect for multiple sports, including swimming, hiking and climbing.

Along with the sale on Garmin running watches, victorywatches.com features affordable prices on several popular running watch brands, including Polar, Suunto and Timex. Whether shoppers are looking to give a running watch as a gift, or who are in the market for themselves, there is something for everyone at victorywatches.com. In addition to offering sales on running watches, victorywatches.com also makes it easy to find a good price on a high quality running watch, with a secure payment system and fast shipping. Customers can browse the sale, read customer orders and make their purchase quickly and easily, all without leaving the comfort of their home. By spending less time on the process of selecting a running watch, athletes can get the right watch for them quickly and easily and get back to the activities that they love the most.

Victory Watches specializes in athletic watches designed for a variety of activities, including running, swimming, biking and skiing. The company sells popular styles from top watch companies, including Suunto Watches, Garmin and Timex. For more information, please visit http://victorywatches.com.

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Jostens today announced the launch of The Ultimate DAYTONA? Experience Sweepstakes. The Facebook sweepstakes invites fans of Daytona International Speedway? and Jostens Racin g to pick their favorite NASCAR? driver for a chance to win 10 DAYTONA- inspired daily prizes. Participants will also be entered to win the Ultimate DAYTONA Experience Grand Prize which includes 2013 DAYTONA 500? tickets, VIP passes, an autographed drivers helmet, a piece of the historic DAYTONA Start/Finish Line pavement, an exclusive DAYTONA 500 ring crafted by Jostens, a $ 500 NASCAR? shopping spree and more.

The Ultimate DAYTONA Experience celebrates the 54th DAYTONA 500 and more than 50 years of unforgettable racing history at Daytona International Speedway. The sweepstakes can be entered at http://www.facebook.com/daytonainternationalspeedway or http://www.facebook.com/jostensracing and helps kickoff Speedweeks 2012. Through the sweepstakes, racing fans have the opportunity to win the following daily prizes and grand prize package:

10 Daily Winners Receive:

????(1) Driver Book from the NASCAR? Fan Photo Book Series by Jostens
????(1) Lustrium? fan ring or (1) Lustrium? fan pendant from the NASCAR? Fan Jewelry Collection by Jostens representing their favorite driver
????(1) Genuine Track Memento from the Daytona International Speedway? Track Collection by Jostens

One Grand Prize Winner Receives:

????(1) DAYTONA 500? Grand Prize Package consisting of (2) Sprint Tower tickets and (2) VIP passes to the 2013 DAYTONA 500
????(1) custom drivers helmet featuring image of the 2012 DAYTONA 500? Championship Ring by Jostens and signed by the 2012 DAYTONA 500? winner
????(1) DAYTONA 500? Ring with the name of the Grand Prize Winner
????(1) DAYTONA? Start/Finish Line Premium Showcase by Jostens
????(1) DAYTONA? Commemorative Track Collection Photo Book by Jostens
????Race Day Fan Photo Books by Jostens for one (1) year
????(2) tickets for All Access / VIP Tours at Daytona International Speedway
????(1) $ 500 shopping spree at the DIS Store
????(1) photo shoot with professional photography crew at key locations around Daytona International Speedway
????Tax assistance amount support

To enter the sweepstakes, Facebook users are asked to click on the DAYTONA Experience tab in the left column. On the tab, users can select their favorite NASCAR? driver, enter their contact information and then like Jostens Racing to be entered into the sweepstakes. Users can then share their Ultimate DAYTONA Experience with others on their Facebook wall or by sending it to friends.

All Facebook fans, 13 years of age and older, can enter the Ultimate DAYTONA Experience at http://www.facebook.com/daytonainternationalspeedway or http://www.facebook.com/jostensracing starting today and ending on February 26 upon the start of the DAYTONA 500. Winners will be announced daily starting tomorrow and the grand prize winner will be selected at random on February 26 and all winners will be notified by email and/or phone.

Jostens supplies trophies and championship rings for the NASCAR-sanctioned series and is the exclusive designer/provider of NASCAR championship rings. Jostens presented Trevor Bayne with a one-of-a-kind Champions Ring following his thrilling triumph in the 2011 DAYTONA 500?. Jostens has created 29 of the 45 NFL Super Bowl rings, including the ring for the Green Bay Packers Super Bowl I victory. Jostens has also designed and produced NBA Finals, Stanley Cup and World Series championship rings, as well as rings for collegiate sports championships.

About Jostens

Minneapolis-based Jostens is a provider of products, programs and services that help people tell their stories, celebrate important traditions and recognize achievements. The companys products include school yearbooks and other memory book products, scholastic products such as class rings and graduation products, and products for athletic champions and their fans. Jostens is a subsidiary of Visant Corporation, a marketing and publishing services enterprise servicing the school affinity, direct marketing, fragrance and cosmetics sampling and educational and trade publishing segments.

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Link to photo of pro winner Randall Tharp

EverStart pro Randall Tharp of Gardendale, Ala., had endured three days of tough weather and wind and managed to lead the first three days of competition at the Walmart FLW Tour on Lake Okeechobee presented by Evinrude. All he needed was one more solid days weight to claim his first FLW Tour title.

Tharp caught a five-bass limit weighing 23 pounds, 2 ounces Sunday to win $ 125,000 with a four-day catch of 20 bass weighing 101-12. The catch gave him the win by a massive 23-pound, 9-ounce margin over John Cox of Debary, Fla., who caught a total of 20 bass weighing 78-3 and earned $ 35,000. Tharps margin of victory broke the FLW Tour record set by National Guard pro Brett Hite (20-4, Lake Toho, 2008).

I felt like I could catch 30 pounds a day if I fished perfect, said Tharp, who adds an FLW title to his four BFL wins and one EverStart Series victory. I would have liked to have caught more, but Im pretty tickled with the way things turned out.

When I caught the first big one today and it put me at 19 (pounds) and I caught the second big one I didnt say anything, but when I caught the third one I knew it was over, Tharp added.

Tharp said the one constant during the tournament was the wind. High winds wreaked havoc on anglers plans as water clarity went south. Many anglers struggled to adapt and catch fish.

It was not what you want in south Florida, Tharp said. We had a wind chill of 27 degrees this morning. The winds were sustained 20 (miles per hour) with gusts to 40. The style I was fishing is what you need to do under those conditions.

And Tharps style of fishing just happened to be what he loves to do use a big rod, heavy line and big weights to flip grass. Tharp fished the north end of the lake and threw a black with blue flake Bitters Baits B.F.M. paired with a 1 ?-ounce pegged sinker. Tharp said he boated eight keepers during the course of the day.

Ive done pretty good on just about every type of body of water, but I prefer to fish a grass lake, Tharp said. Any grass lake is different when you go back. You never catch them in the same places because the grass is different. Okeechobee is a prime example of that.

Ive known for a long time that if I could win just one Tour-level event this is the lake Id want it to happen on, Tharp added. So now Ive got that out of the way and I can set my sights on other places.

The remaining top 10 pros finished the tournament in:

????3rd:????Jeremy York, Monroe, Ga., 20 bass, 74-2, $ 30,000

????4th:????Art Ferguson III, St. Clair Shores, Mich., 20 bass, 71-5, $ 25,000

????5th:????Brandon McMillan, Clewiston, Fla., 16 bass, 64-6, $ 20,000

????6th:????Chevy pro Bryan Thrift, Shelby, N.C., 16 bass, 61-12, $ 17,000

????7th:????Roland Martin, Naples, Fla., 15 bass, 59-6, $ 16,000

????8th:????National Guard pro Scott Martin, Clewiston, Fla., 15 bass, 56-3, $ 15,000

????9th:????Steve Kennedy, Auburn, Ala., 16 bass, 55-8, $ 14,000

????10th:????Nick Gainey, Charleston, S.C., 15 bass, 54-5, $ 13,000

A complete list of results can be found at FLWOutdoors.com.

Overall there were 27 bass weighing 77 pounds, 12 ounces caught by pros Sunday. The catch included four five-bass limits.

Aymon Wilcox of Lauderdale Lakes, Fla., won the co-angler division and $ 20,000 Saturday with a three-day total of 15 bass weighing 44 pounds, 4 ounces followed by Spiro Agouros of Peterborough, Ontario, in second place with 13 bass weighing 38-0 worth $ 7,625.

In FLW Tour Open tournaments, pros and co-anglers are competing for valuable points that could help them qualify for the 2013 Forrest Wood Cup presented by Walmart, the world championship of bass fishing. The top five pro and co-anglers in the point standings from the four FLW Tour Open tournaments will qualify.

The Tour stop on Lake Okeechobee presented by Evinrude was hosted by Roland & Mary Ann Martins Marina & Resort, and was the first of 10 Walmart FLW Tour tournaments of the 2011 season. The Walmart FLW Tour on Lake Hartwell presented by Folgers will be the next tournament and will be held March 8-11 in Greenville/Anderson, S.C. The event will be hosted by the Greenville Convention & Visitors Bureau and the Anderson Convention & Visitors Bureau and boats will launch from Portman Shoals Marina in Anderson, S.C. For a complete schedule, visit FLWOutdoors.com.

Coverage of the Lake Okeechobee tournament will be broadcast in high-definition (HD) on NBC Sports Network when FLW airs March 18 from 1 to 2 p.m. ET. “FLW” is hosted by Jason Harper and is broadcast to more than 559 million households worldwide, making it the most widely distributed weekly outdoors-sports television show in the world.

For complete details and updated information visit FLWOutdoors.com. For regular updates, photos, tournament news and more, follow us on Facebook at Facebook.com/FLWFishing and on Twitter at Twitter.com/FLWFishing.

ABOUT FLW

FLW is the industrys premier tournament-fishing organization, providing unparalleled fishing resources and entertainment to our sponsors, fans and host communities. FLW is offering anglers of all skill levels the opportunity to compete for millions in prize money nationwide in 2012 over the course of 191 tournaments across five tournament circuits, each providing an avenue to the sports richest payday and most coveted championship trophy the Forrest Wood Cup. FLW is committed to providing a lifestyle experience that is the Best in Fishing, On and Off the Water, through a variety of platforms including tournaments, outdoor expos and the worlds richest fantasy sports game FLW Fantasy Fishing. For more information about FLW and FLW Fantasy Fishing, visit FLWOutdoors.com or FantasyFishing.com and look for FLW on Twitter and Facebook.

FLWOutdoors.com

Visit the FLW Media Center at FLWOutdoors.com/mc for additional information or contact:

Chad Gay, Director of Public Relations, (270) 703-3346 or cgay(at)flwoutdoors(dot)com

Julie Huber, Communications Specialist, (612) 337-1810 (w), (612) 812-9512 (m) or julie(dot)huber(at)jacobs-mgmt(dot)com

Joe Opager, Communications Specialist, (612) 337-1989 (w), (218) 434-0748 (m) or joseph(dot)opager(at)jacobs-mgmt(dot)com

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Dogs in Fremont, Calif., have spent the past few months exercising, playing, and socializing at a new 40,000 square foot dog park that the city installed this past summer. While Central Park Dog Park is significantly larger than most city dog parks, thats not the most unique thing about it. When other dog parks are closing down during the winter months for maintenance, or sending dogs back to their cars covered in dirt and mud, Central Park Dog Park will remain open, and mud-free, regardless of the weather.

The reason the new park is immune to weather closures and muddy conditions is due to the unique surface called K9Grass that was chosen by associate landscape architect Mark Mennucci. We did extensive research into the best surface for the Central Park Dog Park, including site visits to other dog parks in the Bay Area, to see how other synthetic turf products were performing, said Mennucci. We wanted to avoid muddy, unsanitary conditions, improve permeability, reduce heavy odors, and maximize the time that the park would be open to the community. We felt K9Grass allowed us to meet our goals, and cut down on costly maintenance. We have received excellent feedback from park users about the K9Grass.

K9Grass is an artificial grass designed specifically for dogs by ForeverLawn, the leading synthetic grass company. ForeverLawn developed the specifically-engineered grass to solve the many problems that dog use brings to common pet surfaces such as natural grass and gravel. Dogs are hard on grass, said K9Grass brand manager Ken Karmie. Running, playing, digging, and doing their business on natural grass often results in dead spots in the grass, holes in the ground, and other problems. When you multiply this by hundreds of dogs in a dog park setting, you end up with a dusty mess that turns to mud as soon as it rains or snows.

K9Grass by ForeverLawn provides a clean, safe, durable solution for dog park developers that allows the parks to stay open year round, in all types of weather. Several key features are responsible for the durability and weather resistance of K9Grass that address drainage, waste management, and cleanliness. These features offer superior alternatives to other surfacing options such as natural grass, concrete, or gravel. And unlike these common park surfaces,

K9Grass can be installed both indoors and out.

Immediate and effective drainage is critical in areas where many dogs are depositing liquid waste. K9Grass offers an exclusive knitted flow-through backing for immediate drainage. This unique backing allows liquid waste, as well as rain, to drain through effectively, maximizing cleanliness and weather resistance.

Managing solid dog waste effectively is also key to keeping a dog park clean, sanitary, and inviting for park users. K9Grass has been specifically engineered with a short, dense blade structure that simplifies the identification and removal of solid waste. K9Grass also provides an infill-free system to avoid trapping waste in the grass. Most artificial grass products require infill material such as sand or rubber to support the blades, which may lead to odor and unsanitary conditions. Not K9Grass. The dog-focused design of K9Grass features a short, dense blade structure with a textured thatch zone that requires no infill, greatly improving the cleanliness of the park.

For added protection, K9Grass provides antimicrobial agents built into the blades.

While more and more dog park developers are choosing K9Grass for their projects, the product is also available for veterinary facilities, backyard dog runs, dog boarding facilities, and even indoor dog facilities. The K9Grass patent-pending indoor flushing system provides an effective way to create an indoor area for dogs with soft, attractive K9Grass.

In addition to the Fremont Central Park Dog Park, many dog parks across the country are choosing K9Grass for its weather resistance, cleanliness, durability, and beauty. Los Gatos Creek Dog Park in Campbell, Calif., took an uninviting grassless area and replaced it with K9Grass, making it a beautiful, fully-functional dog park. Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park in downtown Tampa, Fla., is a new development that is considered the crown jewel of the citys urban parks. The dog park features K9Grass, which integrates perfectly with the riverwalk, the Glazer Childrens Museum, the Tampa Museum of Art and downtown, giving dogs a safe, green place to exercise and play. For details about these and other dog parks utilizing K9Grass, visit http://www.K9Grass.com/parks.

About ForeverLawn

ForeverLawn provides innovative synthetic grass products to create better landscapes worldwide. In areas where real grass is difficult to grow or maintaindue to high traffic or poor conditionsForeverLawn offers a natural-looking alternative that is beautiful, functional, and durable. In addition to its landscape lines, ForeverLawn also offers specialty products including SplashGrass, K9Grass, SportsGrass, Playground Grass, and GolfGreens. ForeverLawnGrass without limits. http://www.foreverlawn.com.

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The New York Palace, in support of the American Heart Associations Go Red For Women campaign, is happy to raffle off two tickets on their Facebook page to the 2012 Go Red For Women Luncheon taking place on Tuesday, February 28. To win, users are encouraged to show off how they help to raise awareness for heart disease, the number one killer of women in America, by posting a picture on The New York Palaces Facebook page of themselves wearing red or telling about a time in which they raised awareness or money for the American Heart Association. Entries will be accepted on The New York Palace Facebook page until Friday, February 17, and a winner will be chosen at random on Monday, February 20.

This raffle giveaway marks a month of healthy-heart initiatives by The New York Palace in support of the American Heart Associations Go Red for Women Campaign. As a part of their Have a Heart Program, The New York Palace will be showcasing the red dress symbol throughout the hotel, including projecting the symbol on the exterior in The New York Palaces famous courtyard. Employees also show their support by sporting the Go Red For Women red dress pin on National Wear Red Day, taking place on February 3. The New York Palace is also offering a Have a Heart package during the month of February, providing luxury accommodations guests who wish to donate for this exceptional cause.

The New York Palace is honored to be involved with an organization such as the American Heart Association, said David Chase, General Manager of The New York Palace. In raffling tickets for the Go Red for Women Luncheon and showing our support, we are helping to raise awareness for a disease that affects millions of lives per year.

For more information about The New York Palace, please visit their website.

About The New York Palace Hotel

The very finest in old-world elegance and new-world opulence can be found just beyond the courtyard gates of The New York Palace on the corner of 50th & Madison. With 805 rooms and 88 suites, The Palace is known for unparalleled splendor, spectacular views, sumptuous rooms and exquisite service. Located in the heart of Manhattanacross the street from St. Patricks Cathedral and only steps from Rockefeller Center the Hotels world-renowned courtyard incorporates motifs from several 15th-century Italian cathedrals and has served as the entranceway to the historic Villard Mansion since 1882. Today, The New York Palace Hotel gracefully blends The Villard Mansion with a contemporary 55-story high-rise that was completed in 1980. The Towers is a hotel within a hotel, featuring 176 luxurious guestrooms and suites and a private club offered exclusively for guests of the Towers. The hotels dining options include the celebrated GILT restaurant, a Michelin Two-Star fine-dining establishment. Guests can book accommodations online at http://www.newyorkpalace.com or contact reservations at 1-800-NY-PALACE (1-800-697-2522).

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Supermodels Katie Cleary and Joanna Krupa are requesting and challenging the Kardashian family to remove all fur from their high-end clothing store, “DASH, as well as their clothing line, Kardashian Kollection.

The request is being made via the online petition website, http://www.thepetitionsite.com/28/Stop-Selling-Fur-Kardashians/, where Cleary and Krupa have set a goal to obtain 10,000 signatures of support. Although a number of similar requests have been made by various animal rights organizations, Cleary and Krupa expect to significantly exceed their goal and present the petition in person at the DASH store in Calabasas and challenge them to take a stand for animal rights!

Katie Cleary is a known animal rights activist, supermodel and actress. Katie helped in passing the ban of the sale of fur in West Hollywood which is taking effect in early 2012. Katie is perhaps best know for her four years on NBC’s hit game show, Deal or No Deal. She has also made numerous television and film appearances including NBC’s Chuck, CSI: New York, CMTs Working Class, Americas Next Top Model, and much more. Katie was also named one of People Magazines 100 most beautiful people and has graced numerous magazines covers. Cleary has raised tens of thousands of dollars for organizations such as the SPCALA and The Wildlife Way Station and last August founded and produced the charity event Diamonds Not Fur, hosted by Betty White.

Joanna Krupa has graced the covers of over 120 national and international fashion and lifestyle magazines including GQ, ESQUIRE, MAXIM, FHM, OCEAN DRIVE, Inside Sport, GLAMOUR and Shape. She was named the Sexiest Swimsuit Model in the World and sexiest woman in the world by magazines around the globe and has appeared already three times in the US Maxim Hot 100 list . She has also made a number of TV and film appearances including Dancing With the Stars and hit TV series such as Vegas and CSI. Krupa is also a TV host in Poland where she is being praised for her success with the TV show Poland’s Next Top Model (now going into 3rd season).

Videos that can be found on any number of animal advocacy websites exhibit the inhumane treatment that animals experience when their fur is removed. According to articles on the PETA website, often times, the animals have not completely died before the fur is torn from their bodies and the animals are forced to endure the excruciating pain. The stark reality is that much of the fur currently purchased in the US is imported from China and Russia, where no regulations are placed on the fur trade. As a result of the lack of regulations on international fur trade, it is not uncommon for fur labeled as fox or mink, originating from Asia, to be actually that of cat or dog. (Source: http://www.peta.org/issues/animals-used-for-clothing/chinese-fur-industry.aspx)

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Few would argue that the US health care system is sick, and physician-founded Orbicare of Miami is betting that Silicon Valley’s Health Travel Technologies (HTT) has the cure with its global patient referral application.

The partnership between Orbicare and Health Travel Technologies connects US patients with international doctors like never before, saving thousands on the cost of necessary and cosmetic medical, dental and surgical care.

HTT is the creator of Inpatra, the worlds most comprehensive global patient referral and management application. HTT has signed a licensing agreement with Orbicare, a leader in international patient referral, to host its comprehensive portfolio of medical services.

The partnership will provide English- and Spanish-speaking US patients and employers with high quality health care alternatives across Latin America and Europe, including medical and dental travel programs in Argentina, Costa Rica, Panama, Spain and Turkey.

HTT helps international health care networks work directly with US patients and employers to provide much needed access to affordable health care said Health Travel Technologies CEO Herb Stephens.

In addition to high quality, high value medical care, an added bonus for American patients and employers is the proximity and safety of the Orbicare health care network, said Stephens.

Orbicare searched for the right partner for more than a year, says Teresa Arenas, Chief Operations Officer for Orbicare. We chose HTT for its comprehensive technology, unmatched experience and dedicated people.

The Inpatra international patient referral and management application provides Orbicare with the hosted business processes we need, so that we can focus our resources on our strengths: providing personalized, quality medical services to US patients and employer benefits plans, especially during this time of rapid expansion.

HTT is the largest technology and services company in the health information technology space, processing more than 1 million international travelers representing more than $ 500 million in financial transactions per year, with health travel representing double digit year-over-year growth.

About Orbicare

The regional Orbicare provider network features state-of-the-art medical centers and board-certified specialists in Panama, Spain, Argentina, Turkey, Costa Rica, El Salvador, the Dominican Republic and Colombia.

Physician-founded, Orbicare is distinguished among medical services providers by its expert management team of doctors, employer benefits specialists, and hospital administrators.

Orbicares member hospitals provide comprehensive medical care including bariatric and metabolic surgery, dental and orthodontic surgery, oncology, orthopedic and sports medicine, addiction treatment, cosmetic plastic surgery, cardiovascular intervention, and adult stem cell treatment for chronic disease.

Orbicare provides full-service medical benefits programs to individual patients as well as self-ensured employers.

About Medical Travel

The practice of medical travel, or medical tourism, continues to garner considerable attention as a growing number of U.S. employers, consumers and other stakeholders explore cost effective health care options for their organizations.

Experts currently estimate the size of the medical tourism market to reach $ 100 Billion by 2012. According to HTT CEO Herb Stephens, this increased volume creates a significant issue for international health care providers servicing an international patient base.

A MarketWatch-published Brief by the non-profit National Business Group Health (NGBH) underscores the need for an infrastructure to accommodate the anticipated growth in health travel.

The NGBH identifies innovative and forward-thinking solutions to health care and benefit issues facing large employers, a group that is rapidly adopting medical travel as a key cost-saving solution to growing health care coverage costs.

The superb level of health care in Orbicares provider network throughout Latin America is indisputable,” said Stephens. “The question now is how increasing patient volumes can be effectively managed while maintaining high quality service, and keeping the doctor and patient relationship at the center of it all.”

About Health Travel Technologies

A technology and services company, HTT operates and licenses the award-winning Inpatra platform specifically developed to handle the many demands of health travel from patient referral through post-op patient follow-up.

We enable hospitals, physician networks and facilitators like Orbicare to create high-touch, high-efficiency patient management operations, said HTT Chief Technology Officer Alex Marxer. Our award-winning patient referral and management application connects the worlds patients and doctors like never before.

Founded in 2006, and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with operations in San Diego California, Health Travel Technologies, a subsidiary of Health Travel Guides, is a privately held company.

Health Travel Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing quality care abroad to people who are unable to afford health care procedures or services.

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By working with payasUgym.com, Cranfield University Sports Centre is joining over 250 other gyms around the UK to support the flexible fitness campaign which payasUgym.com promotes. With a range of options available to customers including discounted day passes right through to one month, three month and annual gym membership, there is something available for everyone.

Having initially launched in London, payasUgym.com is now available in towns and cities across the UK and continues to grow rapidly. With more and more people looking for great deals on gym membership as well as more flexible options such as day passes and short term

memberships, payasUgym.com is at the forefront of the flexible fitness agenda.

payasUgym.com is a very simple service which enables customer to use hundreds of gyms across the UK on a totally flexible basis even if they do not have gym membership there. Customers simply top up their free online account with credit just like topping up a pre-paid mobile phone and they then select the gym the want to use. There are a range of options available including full gym membership as well as discounted day passes, plus 30 day and 90 day gym membership using their credit.

payasUgym.com CEO, Jamie Ward said Cranfield University is known throughout the UK for its fantastic academic credentials and we are delighted to be able to work with the Sport Centre onsite. We have found that University and School gyms have proved to be massively popular with our customers who are on the lookout for a hidden gem where they wont need to queue for a treadmill.

For further information on payasUgym.com, please contact:

info(at)payasUgym(dot)com

Notes to Editors:

Website: http://www.payasugym.com

Company Information:

The idea for payasUgym.com was created by Jamie Ward, Neil Harmsworth and Michael Blake after discussing the difficulties in finding decent gyms in London that you can just go to on a one-off basis.

payasUgym.com was launched in February 2011 and currently offers over 250 gyms in London and Manchester and is currently expanding across the rest of the UK.

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The Amazon Kindle Fire version of Noyo Spanish, the critically acclaimed Spanish language learning tablet app, is now available. Noyos graphics-centric, interactive platform features nearly 200 custom-illustrated scenes, high-quality audio, and built-in assessment questions to help students learn over 1,800 Spanish vocabulary words and phrases. Noyo Spanish for the Kindle is now available in the Amazon Appstore, and works for the Kindle Fire as well as other Android tablets.

The Noyo Spanish app really works great on the Kindle Fire. Weve had great reviews for our iPad Spanish app so far and are excited to offer the app on the Fire and other Android tablets through the Amazon Appstore. Tablets are transforming education, and we are excited to offer this great Spanish vocabulary builder to students, teachers, and parents. We view the Kindle Fire and the Amazon App Store as critical components of the tablet learning ecosystem, said Ted Chan, CEO of Noyo.

Noyo Spanish is a welcome departure from the usual flashcards and dry vocabulary-building systems. The app takes users on a virtual journey through an entertaining landscape of lively scenes. The curriculum helps beginning learners strengthen their Spanish vocabulary by linking relevant words and phrases with associated terms, colorful graphics, and vibrant sound.

The Kindle Fire combined with Noyos innovative interactive platform is an exciting way for any novice student to get a jumpstart on learning Spanish, said co-creator Mike Sullivan, who serves as Chief Learning Officer. Users of Noyo Spanish quickly gain confidence working in a new language.

Noyo introduces Spanish vocabulary words and phrases in context by using entertaining images and professional audio. This approach provides a strong educational foundation for language learning. A talented team of graphic design artists enlivens each lesson with comical characters and amusing scenarios, and every word or phrase is voiced by a native Spanish speaker. Noyo Spanish provides eight targeted vocabulary units, each with its own set of assessment questions to keep learning on track.

Features of Noyos Kindle Spanish app include:

-Over 1800 vocabulary words, each reinforced by supporting audio, visual representation, and written translation

-194 custom-illustrated scenes, packed with friendly characters and amusing scenarios

-Audio by a professional voice artist who is a native Spanish speaker

-8 targeted units, featuring vocabulary covering Food, Travel, City, House and Home, Seasons, Animals, School and Sports

-Built-in assessment questions at the end of each unit

-Intuitive, user-friendly navigation system

-Available in Spanish, with other languages including English-as-a-Second Language, French, Spanish, Mandarin and Portuguese coming soon for the Kindle Fire

The Noyo Spanish app is available at an introductory price of $ 7.99 for the Kindle Fire and other Android tablets in the Amazon Appstore. Noyo Spanish for the iPad is available at the same price. More information can be found at http://www.noyo.com.

Noyo is a startup headquartered in Boston, MA. It is dedicated to providing engaging, cost-effective, high-value learning apps to language learners of all ages. Noyo specifically focuses on language learning for tablets.

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Boot camp marketing may not be rocket science, but there are so many avenues for getting ones business out there, that it can be a complex matrix of spending and strategizing. Early in my career, I spread my resources too thin and wasted enormous sums of money on programs that didnt work, explains Dr. Sam Bakhtiar, a certified personal trainer and owner of the Fit Concepts Chino Hills boot camp franchise. He adds, The best decision I ever made was pursuing further education to learn how to systematize my business and increase my profitability. Today his business brings in $ 2.4 Million a year.

Sam would like to offer trainers a few boot camp marketing tips to dominate the competition in 2012:

1.????Specialize in multiple niche markets.

One of the top New Years resolutions this year is to get in better shape. For some, this means lowering cholesterol. For others, this means improving range of motion to recover from injury. Some people need to lose 100 pounds or more, while others need to get rid of the last 10 to see their ab muscles. Its possible your boot camp can serve all these people, but clients want to feel catered to, so creating a niche program is a more effective way to stand apart from the competition, Sam says.

2.???? Focus on word-of-mouth and referral-based efforts.

Its tempting to want to funnel all your boot camp marketing dollars into pay-per-click, website creation, or flyers aimed at new prospects. I do all of these things, but to a much lesser extent because cold conversions are expensive and time-consuming! My primary focus is my current clients. I want the vast majority of content, promotional dollars and effort to go into wowing them. I write them cards, send them newsletters, buy them dinners, and go grocery shopping with them. The little things contribute to relationship building and they bring in their friends. For every friend they bring in, I give them a free month of boot camp. Thats how you grow your business, Sam says.

3.????Convenient bundles draw more clients with perceived value.

Nothing sounds more impressive than a package deal. For instance, you can offer a Diabetes Management boot camp that includes three workouts per week, a specially tailored diabetes nutrition seminar, a grocery store tour, a day-by-day meal plan, weekly shopping lists, a care package of diabetic-friendly foods, a diabetes cookbook, an online webinar about beating sugar cravings, and a free gym bag. Create something that your competition doesnt have and drive home your value, Sam says.????

I see boot camps as an enduring trend for several reasons, Sam explains. First, clients realize that they can still get individual one-on-one attention, but pay less with these programs. Second, trainers realize that one-on-one sessions lead to overworking and undercharging. The American College of Sports Medicine recently named group training as one of the top trends for 2012, which is good news for trainers, but also shows how important boot camp marketing will become in an increasingly more competitive niche.

For more information on Sam Bakhtiars boot camp marketing learning opportunities, visit http://www.super-trainer.com.

About Sam Bakhtiar

Sam Bakhtiar is a Persian-born American with over twenty years of experience in fitness training and body building. After completing B.S in Premed and Nutrition, Sam also received a degree of doctorate of Chiropractics. Along with being one of the best fitness trainers, Sam is also a business and marketing expert. After establishing a successful fitness training business with substantial income, Sam is helping other professionals in the industry to achieve their business goals. For more information, please contact using the following information.

Contact Information:

Sam Bakhtiar

Fitness Concepts

909-393-9075

http://www.super-trainer.com

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While the 2012 season hasnt begun for most drivers and teams, Scott Tucker has already kicked off the New Year in dominant fashion, claiming five victories in eight races during a remarkable two-week stretch of SCCA National Championship events in Florida.

Tucker, who is coming off one of his most successful seasons to date, earning his second consecutive American Le Mans Series title and third straight SCCA National Championship crown in 2011, took his Level 5 Motorsports team to Sebring International Raceway and Homestead-Miami Speedway for two packed weekends of racing. The focus of the ambitious effort was to qualify the five-time national driving champion for this years Runoffs in both the Grand Sport 2 (GT-2) and D Sports Racing (DSR) categories. Each competitor needs four race finishes to be eligible for the National Championship, held annually at Road America in September.

In the pair of DSR races at the BFGoodrich SCCA Super Tour at Sebring on Jan. 7-8, Tucker went undefeated in his No. 55 West WX10 sports racer, winning both hard-fought battles, including one from the pole position. In Race 2, Tucker held off a charging Charles Dempsey by 0.325 seconds to take his 67th career victory.

For the two 13-lap GT-2 races, Tucker showed impressive pace in his Porsche 997 Cup car, qualifying on pole for Race 1 with a 2:25.2 lap time. However, a left-front tire puncture on the first lap forced an early pit stop and swap to the backup car, which ultimately dropped him two laps back. His fortunes improved in Race 2 with a third-place finish, although a full-course caution, which led to an early checkered flag, dashed any hopes of a victory.

Just one week later, Tucker was back in action at Homestead-Miami Speedway, taking part in the Florida Region Palm Tree Double National on Jan. 13-15 with his West WX10 sports racer and Porsche 997 Cup car once again. While another win and runner-up finish in DSR gave him a convincing lead in the National Championship standings, Tucker rebounded from the unlucky breaks at Sebring to dominate the GT-2 races at Homestead-Miami. Having started from pole in both events, Tucker led all but one lap in the two races combined, earning is 69th and 70th career victories.

It was a real satisfying couple of weekends for us and a great way to start the season, Tucker said. The team worked real hard to put these cars together and I enjoyed some good battles on the track. We had some challenges to overcome but it all worked out in the end and Im glad to be going for my fourth National Championship in a row later this year.

With the goal of achieving entries to the SCCA National Championships in DSR and GT-2 now complete, Tucker will head to the Runoffs at Road America on Sept. 20-23 with the opportunity of earning two additional titles to his already impressive resume, as he nears an unprecedented 75th career victory after just six years of racing.

Tucker and Level 5 Motorsports will now turn their attention to the start of the American Le Mans Series, with the annual Sebring Winter Test on Feb. 8-9 to kick off their quest for back-to-back LMP2 championships. Level 5 is expected to debut its new Honda Performance Development ARX-03b early next month at the two-day test. Both of Level 5′s cost-capped LMP2 cars will be ready for the 60th annual Mobil 1 Twelve Hours of Sebring on March 17, which will open the ALMS season and also serve as the start of the 2012 FIA World Endurance Championship.

About Level 5 Motorsports

Level 5 Motorsports has fielded successful entries in GT and Prototype classes in the American Le Mans Series, GRAND-AM Rolex Sports Car Series, Ferrari Challenge Series, IMSA GT3 Cup Challenge, Cooper Tires Prototype Lites Series and the Sports Car Club of America since 2006. The team has competed throughout North America and Europe, extensively in France and Spain. Team owner and driver Scott Tucker has earned five national championships and has more than 100 podium finishes and 70 victories in his driving career. Level 5 is based in Madison, Wisconsin.

http://www.level5motorsports.com

http://www.tucker-racing.com

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Students at a dozen prestigious computer science universities are set to compete in the inaugural Windward International Intercollegiate Programming Championship on January 28, 2012. Boston University, Carnegie Mellon University, Cornell University, Harvey Mudd College, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Purdue University, Stanford University, University of Illinois, University of Maryland, University of Massachusetts, University of Toronto and University of Wisconsin are among the schools that have accepted the code-war challenge.

Sponsored by Windward, the champion in easy-to-use reporting, document generation and business intelligence software, the code war is a competition among teams to see who can write the best code. Students race against the clock and each other to analyze a problem, write a solution, test and debug it. After the 8-hour programming deadline, teams go head to head.

“The future of technology is primarily software, and these students are some of the most brilliant programmers in the world,” Dave Thielen, founder and CTO says. “Spending a Saturday writing code for no reason other than the challenge demonstrates they have the curiosity and initiative required to create brilliant new products no one has thought of yet.”

In the contest, Thielen creates a game for which each team writes an A.I. (Artificial Intelligence) player. Each school will have its own playoff, with the A.I.s written by that schools teams doing their best to kill one another off. The top two teams from each school then will run against one another in the final games for the national programming championship.

“We figured this would be a fun contest between the top schools where the competition could be over programming instead of sports,” Thielen said. “Events like this add significantly to the college experience by reinforcing a joy of learning purely for the sake of increased knowledge and providing a more diverse educational experience.”

The competition follows on the heels of the successful first ever collegiate code war, which took place at The University of Colorado in Boulder on August 27, 2011. Check out the upcoming event, can be found at http://windward.net/community_codewars.php.

About Windward

Windward offers business intelligence, enterprise reporting, document generation and Web-based business intelligence solutions. Launched in 2002, Windward is the only full-featured, robust Java and .NET engine to use Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint as a layout tool, putting template design and report and document generation power in the hands of the end user. Any Office user can easily and securely create reports and documents with almost no learning curve. Additionally, OEMs and VARs use Windwards reporting component.

Windward works by merging any XML, SQL or custom data sourceor any combination thereofwith a Microsoft Office report template. It feeds data into the template to create a what-you-see-is-what-you-get report or document that can be generated in DOCX, XLSX, PPTX, PDF, HTML, direct to printer, RTF, XLS, WordML, TXT, and CSV. Windward runs as a standalone application or in an enterprise computing environment. Also unique, Windward implements in hours, offers affordable server-based pricing, and offers prompt, fantastic technical support via a 24/7 support forum and support contracts. A free trial of Windward’s products is available at http://www.windward.net.

The Windward user group spans 70 countries. User applications include financial statements, inventory reports, product-usage reports, purchase orders, invoices, training certificates, timesheets, and licenses. Other applications include reporting to meet requirements of Sarbanes-Oxley, Patriot Act, ARRA, HIPAA, Health Level Seven, Gramm-Leach-Blailey, Basel II, and other U.S. and international acts and accords affecting financial services, real estate, government, and insurance industries and the consultants and integrators serving them.

Press Contact: Annette Grotz

Marketing

303-499-2544 x1191

annetteg(at)windward(dot)net

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InHealth Media, a leading sports nutrition and nutraceutical marketing firm, has announced Jeff Fernandez as its new company President.

Fernandez has decades of experience in many different areas of the industry, and has been leading sales teams for most of his career. He replaces outgoing President Mark Doyle.

“We are very pleased to name Jeff Fernandez as President, as his experience in the industry will be a major asset to both our company, our partners and our clients,” said Mitch Gould, CEO of InHealth Media. “He has a wide range of experience in sales and marketing, which will help us as we expand and move forward.”

In addition to his role as President, Fernandez will continue his work as the Director of Global Sales for NPI, InHealth Media’s sister company. Over his 20-plus years in retail purchasing, management and operations, Fernandez has worked with the health and personal care categories of some of the largest retailers in the world, including Wal-Mart and Amazon.com.

Fernandez also has expertise in the nutraceutical, cosmeceutical and sports nutrition industries, and has worked closely with some of the world’s most prominent manufacturers. InHealth Media’s team also includes experienced writers and editors led by Director of PR Communications Steve Bailey.

“I am very happy to expand my role with InHealth Media and help lead the great team this company has in place,” Fernandez said. “I look forward to leveraging my knowledge and experience to the benefit of our clients and partners.”

InHealth Media (http://www.inhealthmedia.com) provides comprehensive and strategic media services for sporting goods companies, sports media firms and organizations that manufacture sports nutrition, nutraceutical, functional foods, functional beverage and personal care brands, among many others.

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The Tiffen Company, a leading manufacturer and distributor of award-winning accessories for the still imaging, video, motion picture and broadcast markets, is showcasing its new line of Domke? RuggedWear and Domke clothing products at the 2012 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) at booth 31133. The Domke quality, comfort and functional versatility are legend among photographers, said Steven Tiffen, President and CEO, The Tiffen Company. No line of camera bags in the world is held in higher esteem by a wider variety of photographers and video shooters than Domke. These practical, supremely durable bags offer more than just a great way to protect and organize your shooting equipment. Their extraordinary accessibility transforms them from being mere cases into active photo accessories that actually help you take better pictures more conveniently. Thats why Domke bags are the top choice of so many who use them for everything from nature, sports, reportage, street and outdoor adventure photography to creating memories of the family vacation or covering their kids soccer games.

Domke RuggedWear Camera Bags

Domkes new RuggedWear lineup includes a wide range of courier bags, slings and satchels, ergonomically designed for comfort and performance. Like other Domke bags, the RuggedWear collection is durable, roomy, lightweight and versatile. Bags are designed to provide photographers with a solution that is easy to work with while providing the utmost protection. Features include the following:

????High-quality, weather-tough cotton canvas treated with special non-solvent, environmentally friendly waxes that give the fabric a lifelong resistance to inclement weather as well as a unique, distressed look
????A soft, well-padded interior that protects camera lenses from scratches
????A flap and oversized YKK zipper for quick and easy access, while steel hardware keeps the shoulder strap safely secured
????Twin tracks of high-friction rubber woven into the thickest, toughest cotton webbing, allowing it to cling to the shoulder
????Interior and exterior pockets for additional storage for accessories

A complete list of RuggedWear bags with specifications can be found at http://tiffen.com/results.html?search_type_no=458&tablename=domke&family=Domke+Camera+Bags&

Domke Jackets and Vests

Made of durable cotton with multiple pockets that provide plenty of room for camera accessories, Domke jackets and vests offer photographers the perfect combination of function and fashion. As versatile as the camera bags, the jackets and vests offer plenty of pocket storage, ventilation, waist adjustments tabs and more. The jackets are equipped with zip-off sleeves and a stowaway nylon hood that make them usable in almost any type of weather, perfect for photographers who travel and work year-round.

For Domke clothing, visit http://tiffen.com/results.html?search_type_no=439&tablename=domke (jackets) and http://tiffen.com/results.html?search_type_no=438&tablename=domke (vests)

All Domke bags, products, jackets and vests and the RuggedWear collection are made in the USA.

Book A Private Press Briefing at CES 2012

To set up a press briefing with a member of the Tiffen management team or a private product viewing during CES 2012, please contact Anya Oskolkova at anya(at)zazilmediagroup(dot)com.

About Domke

Domke bags have been the premier choice for photographers and videographers since 1975, when Jim Domke created the original Domke bag, designed specifically for the needs of a photojournalist on the go. Now, more than 30 years later, the Domke line of products includes Domke Classic Bags, backpacks, camera satchels, J-Series Camera Bags, accessory bags, padded inserts, add-on pouches, accessories, vests, jackets and the RuggedWear line of products. Domke produces the official bag of the White House News Photographers Association. All Domke bags and products are made in America of the highest-quality materials.

For more information on Domke, please visit http://www.tiffen.com/products.html?tablename=domke

About Tiffen

Tiffen has been a leading manufacturer of photographic filters, lens accessories, software, and camera accessories for the consumer/professional imaging and the motion picture and broadcast television industries for over 70 years. The company has a rich history of innovative product design, superior optical consistency, and unparalleled quality. Tiffen has been recognized for its product and engineering excellence, earning two Technical Achievement Awards and a Scientific and Engineering Award from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences, as well as an Emmy? Award from the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences. Today, the company offers a wide range of products, which include: Tiffen? filters, Steadicam? camera stabilizing systems, Lowel? light, Listec teleprompters, Tiffen Dfx? digital imaging software, Domke? bags, Davis & Sanford? tripods, Zing? camera covers, Stroboframe? flash brackets, Saunders? professional trimmers, and Kodak Wratten? filters. Tiffen continues to enhance its reputation as a leading imaging accessory manufacturer through aggressive growth in the image-making accessory industry.

For more information on Tiffen, please visit: http://www.tiffen.com

Tiffen is a registered trademark of The Tiffen Company. All other trademarks and products mentioned herein belong to their respective owners.

Press Contacts

Tiffen North America

Anya Oskolkova

Zazil Media Group

anya(at)zazilmediagroup(dot)com

(p) 617.817.6559

(skype) anya.oskolkova

Janice Dolan

Zazil Media Group

janice(at)zazilmediagroup(dot)com

(p) 617.817.6595

(skype) janicedolan

Tiffen International

Peter Samwell

psamwell(at)tiffen(dot)com

(p) +44 (0) 1404 42497

(o) +44 (0) 870 100 1220

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Ricafranca, who has recently released a new fat loss guide titled: Fat Loss Ignition Diet Manual, says foods that cause insulin spikes should be avoided since they cause a surge of insulin followed by a rapid decline in blood sugar levels which usually leads to a crash and causes more cravings.

Ever wondered why your energy crashes after you eat certain foods like pizzas, burgers, sodas and bread? Its because these foods cause a rapid, unnatural surge in insulin levels, he explains.

Once insulin shoots up, it does what its supposed to do, drive all the sugar circulating in your blood into fat stores think of it as insulin drives sugar into your body and stores it as fat, he adds.

On the other hand, he argues, foods that reduce insulin spikes and ignite fat loss are called Fat Loss Ignition Positive foods. These foods, he claims, actually help the body to burn stored fat.

Heres a sample list of top 10 Fat Loss Ignition positive foods, which is one of many lists Ricafranca includes in program, available at http://www.fatlossignition.com: Grapefruit, Apricots, Apples, Pears, Plums, Peaches, Oranges, Grapes, and Kiwi Fruit.

Of course there are lots more to choose from. Chances are, your favorite fruits and vegetables are in the program as well as your favorite lean meats, fat and dairy products, says Ricafranca, who also offers another top 10 FLI positive list, this time focusing on vegetables, namely Artichoke, Asparagus, Broccoli, Cauliflower, Celery, Cucumber, Eggplant, Green Beans, Lettuce, and Peppers.

Inside the Fat Loss Ignition manual, the weight loss specialist says readers will uncover the unique FLI scoring system for all the foods you eat, and theyll be assigned a daily FLI score, the value that they can consume in a 24 hour period.

There is no calorie counting period, he noted.

ABOUT ARNEL RICAFRANCA:

Awarded by the Presidents Council on Physical Fitness and Sports for helping America get fit and healthy, Arnel Ricafranca is a world renowned fitness professional and fat loss expert. He is also the publisher of an online fitness newsletter called Abs Secrets read by half a million readers in over 170 countries. He has a degree in Exercise Science with multiple personal training and nutrition certifications. Along with Nitin Chhoda PT, he is also the creator of the Fat Loss Ignition system, also on the web at http://www.fatlossignition.com

For further information about the Fat Loss Ignition manual and how to get a copy, please contact: Arnel Ricafranca, Creator, 201-298-3540, info(at)fatlossignition(dot)com, or visit http://www.fatlossignition.com.

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To supplement its highly regarded online personal training and certification programs, the National Exercise & Sports Trainers Association (NESTA) is now offering local fitness workshops in a variety of locations across the country.

The two-day intensive personal training workshops, delivered by Training Made Fun, provide certification as well as information and education on anatomy, exercise physiology, kinesiology, biomechanics, program design, hands-on instruction in exercise application, use of equipment, progressing and regressing exercises, and more.

For anyone interested in hands-on training to complement their online training, these two-day workshops are the perfect solution, said John Spencer Ellis, founder of NESTA and John Spencer Ellis Enterprises, a leading national fitness and personal development solutions company. These in-person, hands-on workshops are action- and information-packed, and they can help you become an even better personal trainer.

Upcoming workshops in 2012 will be offered in Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Hawaii, Kansas, Missouri, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Texas, Virginia and Washington. In addition, the NESTA Personal Fitness Trainer Certification Exam is offered at the end of each workshop weekend as an option; the workshops can also simply be a source of continuing education credits or additional learning for trainers. Payment plans for the workshops are also available.

We know that everyone learns differently, so while online training is convenient and effective, we are also pleased to offer an in-person workshop option for personal trainers interested in that growth opportunity, added Ellis.

Training Made Fun is a sports and fitness training company that focuses on the education and professional development of personal trainers, instructors and coaches.

About NESTA

Since 1992, the National Exercise & Sports Trainers Association (NESTA) has been a leader in innovative solutions for fitness, nutrition and wellness professionals, as well as club owners. Founded by John Spencer Ellis, NESTA now has more than 55,000 members in 55 countries, and it is one of the largest fitness associations in the world, as well as the fastest growing association of its kind in the United States. For more information on NESTA or the live personal training workshops, please visit http://www.nestacertified.com/live-workshops/

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Metroflex Gym Powerbuilding Basics

Metroflex Gym, in the heart of Arlington, Texas, is the most recognized iron sport facility in the history of the Lone Star State. The gym is home to Ronnie Coleman, Branch Warren, and a host of other bodybuilding, powerlifting and strongman champions. Josh Bryant, a world renowned strength coach, has trained a multitude of world record setting athletes. Brian Dobson, the owner of Metroflex Gym, trains both Ronnie Coleman and Branch Warren. These two minds have come together to share the secrets of the elite lifters and bodybuilders they have trained.

Not only does this book contain over 50 different routines and 170 exercises that Josh and Brian have used to build champions, but it also gives readers the tools necessary to build and execute their own program.

This book covers how to incorporate strongman training, interval fat-loss conditioning, and assistance exercises into workouts. In addition to all the written information in this book, there are over 170 video demonstrations.

Whether an individual is a novice bodybuilder, elite powerlifter, or just wants to gain some muscle, this 300+ page book will benefit ones training. This book shows how old school training methodologies can be combined with cutting edge techniques to create a bigger, more powerful athlete.

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Essential Dental Systems, Inc. (EDS), is offering a competitive quarterly promotion which rewards customers with their choice of aviator or sport model RayBan Sunglasses.

In order to qualify for this amazing promotion, dentist can choose any products from EDS full product line. Eligible products include the Endo-Express and SafeSiders System for root canal instrumentation, Flexi-Post and Ti-Core for restoration, or EZ-Fill or EZ-Fill Xpress for obturation. EDS is world renowned for offering dentists a product line that encompasses all aspects of the endodontic process- through instrumentation, irrigation, obturation, and restoration, EDS products will provide dentists with clinically superior results.

In order to receive the free sunglasses, customers must purchase $ 1000 of any EDS products on one dental dealer invoice and send it to EDS, specifying their choice of sunglasses. Upon receipt, EDS will mail the dentist the sunglasses. The promotion is valid all through Q1 2012 and redemptions must be received no later than April 30, 2012.

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Magnuson Hotels, the worlds largest independent hotel group, announced today the complete rebranding of the Magnuson Hotel Waco. Formerly a Choice franchise, this 54-room hotel seeks to upgrade its local, regional and national market position through its affiliation with the Magnuson Hotels brand designation.

We are really looking forward to an extremely successful relationship with Magnuson Hotels, stated Director of Operations Ajai Patel.

Corporate, educational, government and leisure travelers will appreciate the 100% non-smoking Magnuson Hotel located close to Baylor University, Texas Ranger Hall of Fame, Waco Waterpark, Floyd Casey Stadium, Texas Sports Hall of Fame, Cameron Park Zoo and Lake Waco.

The Magnuson Hotel Waco offers guests an outdoor pool, free Continental breakfast served from 6:30 am to 9:30 am, free high-speed wireless Internet access, business center, fax/copy service and free parking with room for large vehicles.

Guests will enjoy the variety of activities near the Magnuson Hotel Waco. We are proud to welcome Mr. Patel and his staff, and are committed to increasing their property visibility and reservations, stated Thomas Magnuson, CEO.

As a Magnuson Hotels affiliate, the Magnuson Hotel Waco will receive complete brand representation across North America and the UK, without the costs and requirements of franchise brand affiliation.

Any hotel that rebrands as a Magnuson brand gets instant access to some of the best hotel marketing tools and resources in the industry; as well as complete custom rebranding services at no additional charge. Among other advantages, Magnuson’s hotel inventory connects with a massive global network of 650,000 global GDS travel agents via GDS global distribution system booking channels; Sabre, Amadeus, Travelport, Galileo, Worldspan, Apollo, and beginning January 2012, its own global distribution system, Global Hotel Exchange.

About Magnuson Hotels, the fastest growing hotel chain in history:

In only eight years, Magnuson Hotels has become the worlds largest independent hotel group, representing nearly 2,000 UK and North American hotels with assets in excess of $ 5.5 Billion. One of the top 5 global hotel chains, Magnuson Hotels is the #1 Hotel Company of Inc. Magazines 5,000 fastest growing private U.S. companies.

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Following the release of the World Health Organizations World Malaria Report, Chris Helfrich, director of the United Nations Foundations Nothing But Netsa global, grassroots campaign to fight malaria in Africa -released the following statement:

Over the past five years, the UN Foundations Nothing But Nets campaign has built the worlds largest grassroots network of partners and supporters to protect families in Africa from malaria. I am encouraged to see proof in the World Malaria Report 2011 that this support is saving lives. The report released by our partners at the World Health Organization this week states malaria mortality rates in sub-Saharan Africa have dropped by more than 33 percent since 2000.

To reduce the number of malaria deaths by one-third in one decade is an extraordinary achievement, due in large part to better access to long-lasting, insecticide-treated bed nets. According to the new report, half of households in sub-Saharan Africa now have at least one bed net, and 96 percent of people with access to a net use it. Bed nets remain one of the most inexpensive and effective tools in the fight against malaria. Families use nets because they work.

The results mean weve pushed back the clock even furthera child now dies every 60 seconds from malaria, in contrast to only two years ago when the rate was every 30 seconds. Incredible progress in a short span of time, but one child every minute still means far too many children are dying from malaria.

Bed nets save lives and we need to make sure every family in Africa has the nets they need. Our thanks to supporters around the world who have raised nearly $ 40 million to help Nothing But Nets and its UN partners deliver more than 6 million nets to families in 25 African countries. We need to build on this momentum to reach the global goal of ending malaria deaths by 2015.

Anyone can join us in the fight against malaria. Go to http://www.NothingButNets.net to take action now.

About Nothing But Nets

Nothing But Nets is a global, grassroots campaign to save lives by preventing malaria, a leading killer of children in Africa. Inspired by sports columnist Rick Reilly, hundreds of thousands of people have joined the campaign that was created by the United Nations Foundation in 2006. Campaign partners include the National Basketball Associations NBA Cares, The people of The United Methodist Church, and Major League Soccers MLS W.O.R.K.S. It only costs $ 10 to provide an insecticide-treated bed net that can prevent this deadly disease. Visit http://www.NothingButNets.net to send a net and save a life.

About the United Nations Foundation

The United Nations Foundation, a public charity, was created in 1998 with entrepreneur and philanthropist Ted Turners historic $ 1 billion gift to support UN causes and activities. We build and implement public/private partnerships to address the worlds most pressing problems, and work to broaden support for the UN through advocacy and public outreach. Through our campaigns and partnerships, we connect people, ideas, and resources to help the UN solve global problems. These campaigns focus on reducing child mortality, empowering women and girls, creating a new energy future, securing peace and human rights, and promoting technology innovation to improve health outcomes. These solutions are helping the UN advance the eight global targets known as the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs). For more information, visit http://www.unfoundation.org

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Ology Media (http://www.ologycorp.com), a social entertainment company, announced today the addition of Merrill Brown and Scott L. Kauffman to its board of directors, effective immediately. Mr. Kauffman with serve as Chairman of the Board. Beth Haggerty, CEO and Founder of Ology Media, made the announcement.

Ology Media is a top 20 comScore entertainment property with 31M uniques, and is composed of flagship site Ology.com (http://www.ology.com) and the newly launched social interest platform My.Ology (http://www.my.ology.com).

Merrill Brown served on Ology Medias Advisory Board for the past two years before becoming a member of the board of directors. He is the founder and principal of MMB Media LLC, a strategy consulting firm. Clients have ranged from companies in the news, information and wireless businesses to large foundations and public broadcasters. Before establishing the firm, Brown served as Senior Vice President, Real One Services. Brown became the first Editor in Chief of MSNBC.com in August 1996, and Sr. Vice President in August 2000. During his tenure, the fledgling company grew to become one of the most visited news offerings on the Web, maintaining a position as the No. 1 online news provider during his tenure.

Brown serves on the board of directors of MedCity Media and the advisory boards of Causes.com and the City University of New York Graduate School of Journalism. Brown is an advisor to MESA, the New York strategic and financial advisory firm, and Curious Office, a Seattle early stage investment and technology firm. Brown also is a member of the advisory boards of three advertising firms, Media 6 Degrees, Mixpo and TRA Global, where he serves as Advisory Board Chairman.

As a media executive and board member, I have been involved in the development and growth of many companies, and I am impressed by Ology Media’s potential and momentum, said Merrill Brown. I am proud to be part of the company that is positioned to create a massive interest based social network.

Scott Kauffman has more than 25 years of senior executive and board leadership experience with both public and private companies. He is a widely recognized industry leader and expert in the fields of digital entertainment, Internet media and consumer marketing. Most recently, Scott was the President & CEO, and a member of the board of Geeknet , the parent company of SourceForge, Slashdot and ThinkGeek. He joined Geeknet shortly after Yahoo! acquired BlueLithium, where he served as President & COO. Scott was President & CEO, and a member of the board, of several venture-backed Internet start-ups, including Zinio, MusicNow, Coremetrics, eCoverage and AdKnowledge, which he filed to take public before negotiating its sale to CMGI in 1999.

Scott is currently Chairman of the Boards of Lotame, TuneUp Media and Ology Media, and a board member at MDC Partners and LookSmart.

Ology Media has an exciting opportunity in the burgeoning social interest platform space, said Scott L. Kauffman. They have experience, leadership and an impressive track record, and I am looking forward to working with the management team and the board to ensure continued growth.

About Ology Media

Ology Media, a top 20 comScore entertainment property with 31M uniques, is a social entertainment company based in New York City dedicated to nurturing peoples core passions and interests. Ology Media is composed of flagship site Ology.com and newly launched My.Ology (http://www.my.ology.com). Designed to reflect and deliver peoples interests, Ology.coms editorial content appears on Ology.com, ten premiere entertainment properties, and more than 300 exclusive blog and niche interest sites. Content spans music, film, TV, celebrity, geek, gaming, technology, sports, humor, and lifestyle content. My.Ology provides a place for people, or individuals Ologists, to self-express through a community of seamlessly integrated content, ideas, rants and raves. Ology Medias mission is to put peoples passions at their fingertips by bringing them closer to the things they love and closer to others who share those interests. More information can be found at http://www.ologycorp.com.

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In partnership with the New York Times, FORA.tv launches another compelling conversation into the TimesTalks video series. This latest conversation is a wide ranging exchange on sports in America between NBC sportscaster Bob Costas and sportswriter and journalist Bob Lipsyte. Their conversation was taped before a live audience on Wednesday evening, December 7, in New York City.

Video of the complete conversation is now available as a premium event exclusively on FORA.tv at http://fora.tv/conference/costas_lipsyte and via the FORA.tv Conference Channel iPad app.

Costas pulled no punches and left no doubt about where he stands on two hotly debated sports issues: violence in football and the legacy of Penn State legend Joe Paterno.

When asked by Mr. Lipsyte about the current controversy surrounding the serious problem of concussions in football and what must be done, Costas was clear: The game is unacceptably brutal. Can I say it more plainly than that? The game is unacceptably brutal.

View video clip at:

http://fora.tv/2011/12/07/Bob_Costas__Bob_Lipsyte_A_Conversation_About_Sports#Bob_Costas_Football_Is_Unacceptably_Brutal

And in a discussion on the legacy of former Penn State football coach Joe Paterno, in light of the recent child abuse scandal there, Costas considered the many benefits Joe Paterno brought to Penn State both on and off the field. He ultimately concluded, this [scandal] is so horrific that even with all the accomplishments and all the good that Joe Paterno did, undoubtedly in an imperfect way it tips the balance. Its going to be very hard to extract from this story all the good things that Joe Paterno did.

View video clip at:

http://fora.tv/2011/12/07/Bob_Costas__Bob_Lipsyte_A_Conversation_About_Sports#Bob_Costas_on_Joe_Paternos_Tarnished_Reputation

Other TimesTalks events available for viewing on FORA.tv include conversations with Film Stars Jeff Bridges, Bradley Cooper, Viola Davis, Julianne Moore, Natalie Portman, Mark Ruffalo, Kevin Spacey, Quentin Tarantino and Denzel Washington; Comedy Stars Lewis Black, Russell Brand, Jimmy Fallon, Tracy Morgan, and Ben Stiller; and Celebrated Chefs, including Alton Brown, Paula Deen, Bobby Flay, Jose Garces, Ina Garten, Jacques Pepin and others.

For more information please contact Rob Flynn at rob(at)fora(dot)tv or 202-677-5008.

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Many new parents and pet owners are familiar with this scenario; coming home to find a literal “paper trail” leading to the bathroom. The culprits? Children and pets playing games with the toilet tissue. This common problem was the inspiration behind the invention of Stowbee, an in-the-wall storage unit that opens easily to dispense toilet tissue when needed. The idea came about when Stowbee inventor Chad Walters heard several complaints about toilet paper messes, and decided to do something about it.

A friend of mine always left his bathroom door shut because his cats would continuously make messes with the toilet paper. Meanwhile at my own house, my two year old was playing with the T.P. like it was his new favorite toy. This started the gears turning and I asked myself, Why would anyone hang toilet paper on the wall? Its not like its decorative. Then I began reading about the health problems for pets and realized this could be fixed. Thats how the Stowbee was invented.

The product, originally called Hidden TP, was recently re-branded by company naming consultants at Tungsten Branding. What we saw in the product, states Tungsten president, Phil Davis, was an opportunity to define a whole new category. Stowbee does just that, providing a sense of storage made easy.

Stowbee is constructed with durable ABS plastic and can hold even jumbo sized toilet paper rolls. The units measure 10.5 inches by 8.5 inches wide and protrude just 1.5 inches from the wall once installed.

With thousands of units in stock, Stowbee is the perfect holiday gift for pet lovers and new parents. The company has begun advertising in pet publications as well as launching a new e-commerce site. According to company representative, J.R. Freiburger, the units can be installed in a matter of minutes using common household tools.

Weve had a number of customers decorate their Stowbees with decals that fit their bathroom motifs, anything from college mascots, to sports teams, to cartoon characters, Freiburger continues. Its especially great for kids bathrooms since they can be decorated and redecorated as they grow.

Currently, the patented containers are available only online. Were looking at various distribution partners and channels, Freiburger adds, The idea of a clean, attractive bathroom improves the look and feel of a home, so we see nothing but continued growth for this product.

For those homeowners with prying little hands and paws, Stowbee units are available for immediate shipping by visiting Stowbee.com. Units retail for $ 24.95 plus shipping with additional product information available on the product website.

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Da Factory also known as CrossFit Factory, South Floridas only training facility that combines CrossFit, Combine360, and CrossFit Football, is hosting a members-only competition, Battle of the Machines, to be held on Saturday, December 17th. The event takes place from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m, at the Da Factory Training facility, located at 1907 NW 79th Ave in Miami, FL

The Cross Fit competition will feature three levels of competition: R2-D2 (Scaled/Beginners), Robocop (Intermediate), and Terminator (Advanced/Rx). The top 3 finishers in each individual level will win prizes that will be revealed at the competition.

“These competitors have really worked hard to be able to compete in this setting, and we are excited to see them perform to their potential added, Ronny Lindsay, head trainer at Da Factory.

The CrossFit Battle of the Machines event is sponsored by All Out MMA Gear, LA Sports Nutrition, and The Paleo Divas, and the best screen printing company in Miami, Damage Ink.

I would like to thank all our sponsors for seeing the value that this event can bring to our CrossFit Miami community, said owner Bruno Garcia Our vision is that this will be the first of many competitions to come

All CrossFitters are welcome to watch the event. Only members will be allowed to participate in the In-house competition. There is no admission charge for visitors. Aside from the in house competition there will be three The Paleo Divas challenges throughout the event where the winners will receive prizes. These challenges will be open to members and non-members alike. Music will be provided by Miami’s own DJ phenomenon, DJ An-db.

For more information about Battle of the Machines or on training at the Da Factory facility, visit http://www.dafactory.com or follow the company on Twitter @CrossFitFactory. Da Factory also offers free workout days to prospective athletes who use the Like button on Facebook.

About Da Factory Training Facility:

Da Factory Training Facility trains athletes and non-athletes alike. It uses CrossFit, CrossFit Football, Combine360, and traditional strength and conditioning methodologies to achieve the best results in sports fitness. Da Factory Training is owned and operated by Bruno Garcia, a football and basketball coach, former Peru U12 club soccer player, and long-time entrepreneur. The Head Trainer of Da Factory is Ronny Lindsay, state championship winner in Tae Kwon Do, coach and trainer of football, basketball, flag football and other performance demanding sports at the Da Factory Training Facility.

Contact:

Bruno Garcia

Info(at)dafactory(dot)com

786-486-2939

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Grand Teton National Park and Universal Textile Technologies announced the formation of a new recycling partnership that will reduce landfill waste and contribute to the creation and protection of American jobs. The initiative, referred to as the PET Park Project, will recycle plastic bottles generated by park visitors and reuse them to make high-performance backing for carpet and artificial turf.

ForeverLawn, the leading artificial turf company, supports this recycling initiative and reaffirms its decision to incorporate the recycled backing into its premium artificial grass products. ForeverLawn announced its commitment to the UTT backing earlier this year when a similar initiative at Yellowstone National Park was announced.

“ForeverLawn applauds UTT for the work they have done to establish the recycling partnerships at Yellowstone National Park and now Grand Teton National Park,” said Dale Karmie, President of ForeverLawn. “With innovative programs such as these, we can continue to push the level of quality and performance in our products, without losing sight of our responsible environmental stewardship goals.”

In addition to significantly reducing the number of bottles that end up in landfills, the program will also help protect American jobs. Many of the recyclable plastics collected in America are sold overseas, where they are used to produce plastic products that are later sold in the U.S. Grand Teton National Park has proven its commitment to promoting beneficial environmental stewardship practices, and the PET Park Project is an excellent example of how private companies can work with the National Park Service to find innovative recycling solutions that benefit all of us, said Margaret Wilson, Grand Teton National Parks Planner & Sustainability Coordinator.

Universal Textile incorporates the use of recycled bottles to manufacture BioCel and EnviroCel environmentally friendly polyurethane backing systems for carpet and synthetic turf. Both BioCel and EnviroCel utilize recycled plastic bottles combined with naturally renewable soybean-based polyols, derived from domestically grown soybeans. The use of soy-based products helps to support the U.S. economy, create American jobs, and is another way Universal Textile products contribute money back into the U.S. economy. Universal Textile is a member of the Biobased Products Coalition.

The ForeverLawn artificial grass product lines that utilize the recycled backing from Universal Textile are DuPont ForeverLawn? Select, Playground Grass, and SportsGrass. The DuPont ForeverLawn? Select series is the company’s most popular landscape offering, due to its low-sheen appearance, multi-colored blade structure, and unique tan thatch that enhances the natural grass presentation. For more information about artificial turf by ForeverLawn, contact 866-992-7876.

About ForeverLawn

ForeverLawn provides innovative synthetic grass products to create better landscapes worldwide. In areas where real grass is difficult to grow or maintaindue to high traffic or poor conditionsForeverLawn offers a natural-looking alternative that is beautiful, functional, and durable. In addition to its landscape lines, ForeverLawn also offers specialty products including SplashGrass, K9Grass, SportsGrass, Playground Grass, and GolfGreens. ForeverLawnGrass without limits. http://www.foreverlawn.com.

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Paternity has been pushed into the national spotlight by the recent allegations toward teen pop star Justin Bieber. While tabloids buzz with celebrity paternity stories, thousands of men across the country face the same issue daily and turn to DNA paternity testing to either confirm or refute their relationship to children. According to DDC (DNA Diagnostics Center), the largest provider of private paternity testing worldwide, questions about paternity testing from men have increased annually and now account for about 40% of all inquiries.

As one of the leading companies in DNA testing, were seeing an increase in calls by men seeking paternity answers, especially for cases where there are disputes or where chain of custody is important, said Dr. Michael Baird, chief science officer for DDC. In the case of DDC, were an accredited AABB laboratory that maintains a chain of custody reporting structure to ensure results of a test can be presented in court, if needed.

About 500,000 paternity cases were performed in the United States last year, according to the AABB (aabb.org), the professional society that accredits paternity testing laboratories, in its latest annual report. Establishing paternity is important for the child to have access to legal and social benefits (including social security, veterans and inheritance benefits), provides an accurate medical history and strengthens the bond between father and child. In fact, most state laws require an unmarried couple to complete an Acknowledgment of Paternity (AOP) at the hospital to establish parental rights.

If there are any questions about who the father is, a DNA test is recommended, Dr. Baird states. About 1 out of every 3 tested alleged fathers is found to not be the biological father of a child. After an AOP is provided to the Bureau of Vital Statistics, couples have the option of amending the document with a DNA paternity test to confirm parental rights or fathers have the option of securing a DNA test to establish paternity. However, there is a limited time for the validation to take place. Until that time, parental rights are not fully protected.

In addition to paternity testing services, DDC also provides expert DNA testing for family relationship, adoption, immigration, forensics and ancestry. For more information on DDC visit online at dnacenter.com or call 800-362-2368.

For 16 years, DDC has been the largest provider of private DNA paternity and other DNA tests in the U.S. and worldwide, offering comprehensive DNA testing services for paternity and other family relationships, forensics, cell line authentication, and ancestry. The Company is also known for its groundbreaking technologies, including an exclusive license for the most innovative and accurate non-invasive prenatal paternity test using SNP (single-nucleotide polymorphism) Microarray Technology, which only requires a simple blood draw from the mother and alleged father. Other services provided by DDC include DDC Veterinary, the animal DNA testing division, which provides innovative, quality DNA testing for companion and sport animals. DDC was the first to adopt robotics technology in its laboratory processes, ensuring highly stringent and efficient handling of DNA samples. DDCs unique Dual Process ensures all professionally collected DNA samples are independently tested twice producing legal results of unmatched quality and reliability. DDC is recognized through a number of accreditations nationally and internationally achieving perfect ratings in its past 16 inspections including those performed by the American Association of Blood Banks (AABB) and the College of American Pathologists (CAP). DDC is also accredited by ACLASS to meet the standards of ISO 17025 and the American Society of Crime Laboratory Directors Laboratory Accreditation Board International and follows the DNA Advisory Board (DAB) guidelines, which attests to DDCs superior forensic testing service. For more information: http://www.dnacenter.com or 1-800-362-2368.

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A new junior golf website dedicated to shoring up participation in the game will launch this January, 2012, says golfersadvice.com, a golf news and instructional destination. According to the website, which publishes a number of golf-related books and online golf travel sites, the new junior golf website is an effort stem the continued erosion in the game, especially among

young golfers and women.

Were taking to heart what Jack Nicklaus has been trumpeting for years… that golf has to become more user friendly in order to survive, said golfersadvice.com senior writer Joe Brown. Nobody could have put it any better than Mr. Nicklaus when he said, weve lost 34 percent of junior golfers and 23 percent of female players. If youre the CEO of a corporation and have those numbers, you say, what do I do?

Brown believes that launching a new website in these troubled economic times may not be the best business strategy, if something isnt done to keep kids playing the game, the sport could suffer irreparable losses in the future.

“For a kid to stick with golf on their own, theyve got to be tremendously motivated, said Brown, who said his 11-year old son chose video games over golf last summer after becoming frustrated with the sport. I mean, a kid doesnt start off playing tackle football, or step into the batters box to face a 60 mph fastball in little league. Instead, they gradually build their skills and gain confidence until their ready to actually play the sport in earnest. In junior golf, though, we throw our kids to the lions and expect them to love it.

Brown says the new junior golf website will focus on equipment, golf tips, special discounts, and new rules and golf courses intended to make the game more enjoyable for the entire family.

For example, we wholeheartedly endorse the modified event that Nicklaus hosted earlier in the year, Brown said. It was a 12-hole tournament with the tees moved forward. And circumferences of the holes were eight inches, as opposed to 4.25 inches. The junior golfers loved the event, because they got to watch more balls drop into the cup, which is so crucial in building confidence in this game.

Brown also believes that cutting a round of golf from 18 holes to 12 holes will naturally attract more families. In todays stressful world, between work, school and shuttling the kids all over town for lessons fewer and fewer families have time to spend five plus hours on the golf course. At Jacks event, the longest around was a little over two hours a more reasonable time frame for busy families.

Brown says the new junior golf website will extensively cover the USGAs Tee it Forward Program that enables beginning players to move the tee forward enough to make the holes more age appropriate in length. If the game doesnt face the realities of the times and adjust accordingly, well become irrelevant as a sport. Thats why we feel this new junior golf website is so important.

The publishers of golfersadvice.com also believe that with golf returning as an Olympic sport for the first time in 100 years, this is an ideal time to generate interest in the sport with youngsters.

Our coverage of the 2016 Olympics in Rio will actually start in February, Brown said. I cant think of a better way to fire up junior golfers in the game than by writing about the Olympics. In fact, one of our regular features on the junior golf website will be called The Road to Rio. The new junior golf website will also feature stories written by kids about the sport from their perspective, including event coverage, equipment tips and specific kid-friendly golf courses.

For additional information on the new junior golf website, including content and scheduled events, go to http://golfersadvice.com/157/golf-fitness-exercises-for-your-junior-golfer.html.

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Marking one year since the launch of its online store, POINT 3 Basketball has upgraded its site with a new brand anthem, streamlined shopping experience, integration of social commerce and the introduction of new loyalty and ambassador programs. The sites re-launch affirms POINT 3s exclusive focus on the needs of the basketball player through their direct-to-consumer channel.

Highlighting the significance of 0.3 seconds in the game of basketball, the apparel companys brand anthem Every POINT 3 Matters illustrates how even a fraction of a second can determine on-court success. Visitors to POINT3Basketball.com can select and watch their own basketball scenario to experience the difference POINT 3 can make.

We wanted our brand anthem to clearly communicate what all basketball players already know, offered POINT 3 Chief Creative Officer Josh Murphy. That like football is a game of inches, basketball is a game of tenths of seconds, and every 0.3 is critical.

POINT 3 incorporated data accumulated over the last year into the re-design of its online store. Included amongst those upgrades are enhanced product pages with new imagery, social shopping functionality with ties to visitor social media profiles and a section for user product reviews.

With a year now under our belts, we have a clear sense of how basketball players interact with our site, shop, and connect to the brand, said David MacCarroll, Chief Technology Officer for POINT 3. These upgrades have all been designed with the ballplayer in mind, to show them our unique product benefits.

Also rolled out with the sites re-design is a streamlined Army of Ballers loyalty program, rewarding customers who join with limited edition items, special offers and the latest information on POINT 3. Upgrades to POINT3Basketball.com will be released in two phases, with the second phase scheduled to launch around the upcoming release of POINT 3s new 2012 apparel styles.

POINT 3 Basketball (http://www.POINT3Basketball.com) is the only performance apparel brand dedicated to evolution in basketball gear. Founded in 2010, POINT 3s exclusive focus on the on-court needs of the basketball player led to the development of DRYV Moisture Control?, a Patent Pending textile technology designed to absorb moisture where ballplayers need it most. POINT 3 Basketball apparel can be found online at http://www.POINT3Basketball.com and at sporting goods specialty retailers across the U.S.

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Originals By Weber Thermal Wrist & Ankle Wraps (Patent Pending), are designed to relieve pain and increase comfort for football teams and spectators at all cold weather outdoor sports events, as well as people with chronically cold fingers such as those with Raynauds Syndrome, and all others who frequently have painfully cold hands, fingers feet and toes during the extreme temperatures of hot summers and cold winters.

Originals By Weber, Terrance L. Weber, owner, announces immediate availability of their new low cost, non-electric and long lasting Weber Wrist & Ankle Wraps. They are made to overcome the cold and discomfort of all outdoor sports teams, linemen and others who work outdoors in cold weather and people who suffer with constantly cold hands, finger numbness, and cold feet and toes while watching outdoor sports events in cold weather. In addition, people who have a disease known as: Raynauds Syndrome, Raynauds Disease and Raynauds Phenomenon can reap many benefits when wearing these new Thermal Wrist & Ankle Wraps constantly (24/7) as much as possible.

Weber Thermal (non-electric) Wrist & Ankle Wraps (Patent Pending) are designed to relieve pain and increase comfort of people with Raynauds Syndrome, Raynauds Disease or Raynauds Phenomenon and all others who frequently have painfully cold hands, fingers and toes as fans and spectators of outdoor sports events during both summer and winter. These Wraps make use of the NASA developed high tech insulation that is the lightest and lowest-density solid known to exist. This “Aerogel” (also called “frozen smoke”) is the lightest and lowest-density solid known to exist. It also holds the World records for being the best insulator and the lowest density solid. Aerogel is composed of amorphous Silicon Dioxide, and is 99.8% air. Aerogel is chemically similar to ordinary glass. Aerogel’s true strength is its incredible insulating properties. It negates just about any kind of energy transfer: thermal, electrical or acoustic. Aerogel’s density is just 3 milligrams per cubic centimeter (it weighs only 3 times that of air).Its melting point is 2,200 degrees F. (1,200 degrees C).

Weber uses this “spin-off” of NASA’s space research in their Thermal Wrist & Ankle Wraps because of it’s exceptional qualities as an insulation material with the result that no electricity or chemicals are needed to maintain top quality insulation. Thus, the insulation capability of this material is constant and will never wear out or need replacement.

The Wraps, made with a covering of black ripstop nylon, maintain the temperature of blood as it flows from the wrists and ankles to the fingers and toes of the wearer. People at cold weather outdoor sports events, linemen and other outdoor workers and those with Raynauds Syndrome, Raynauds Disease, or Raynauds Phenomenon are advised to wear these Wraps all the time (24/7) to aid in conditioning veins and small blood vessels to help increase the flow of blood to fingers and toes. Weber Thermal Wrist & Ankle Wraps are non-electric and re-usable. Included with each Wrap is a removable, washable liner to keep the inside of the Wrap fresh and clean during extended use.

Wearing the Wraps in this way can, over time, tend to condition the small veins and blood vessels to help increase the flow of warm blood, at about 72-degrees, to extremities such as fingers and toes. Blood temperature is controlled with these Wraps using this new NASA highly efficient insulation material.

The Weber Wrist & Ankle Wraps are made with a covering of Ripstop nylon, 9 long by 3-1/2 wide and approximately 3/16 thick. When these Wraps are placed on the wrists or ankles, they are held in place with adjustable Velcro straps. The Wraps are made in one size to fit men, women and children.

When Weber was asked what kind of feedback he gets from his customers about the Wraps, he said: ” The following six quotes are examples of what we often hear from our customers:”

Wraps are as described. Fast shipping. Highly recommend.

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Thrilled with purchase of wrist & ankle wraps!

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These Wraps are made in the USA and the price of the Weber Wrist & Ankle Wraps is $ 29.95/pair (2 Wraps) (s/h is $ 3.00) Satisfaction guaranteed or money back. For more information you are cordially invited to call: 1-877- 309 – 8382, or 732-864-0353 or visit the following website where you can watch a video about Weber Wrist Wraps: http://www.yrret.stirsite.com/raynaudshelp.html – or write to: Originals By Weber, 338 Alabama Avenue, Toms River, NJ 08753.

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International Poster Gallery (IPG) proudly presents its 18th annual holiday poster show In The Spirit!”, an exhibition of original vintage posters that celebrate the mirth and indulgence of the season. The show, which is free and open to the public, runs December 1, 2011 January 31, 2012, and features over 50 original vintage posters advertising entertainment, fine foods, exotic travel, luxury products and more. International Poster Gallery is located at 205 Newbury Street in Boston and is open daily from 10am 6pm and Sunday from noon 6pm. For additional information, please visit http://www.InternationalPoster.com or call 617-375-0076.

Highlighting the show is a 1902 poster by Maurice Biais advertising a performance of the Australian-born dancer Saharet. The poster features the world-renowned performer dancing a lively can-can, her bright red dress flourishing wildly across the foreground. Married to Jane Avril and a member of Toulouse-Lautrecs circle, Biais knew his subject well, capturing the wild and frenetic spirit of the French cabaret brilliantly. His posters are rare and few in number, and this one in particular reflects an economy and graphic power that is remarkable for the period.

A towering poster for Naples department store Mele by Leopoldo Metlicovitz is also on display. An elegant couple enters a ballroom in one of the most stunningly elegant posters created by Metlicovitz for Mele. The artist created about a dozen posters for the company over roughly a five-year period, and this one reflects his mastery of the art of the fashion poster. The richness of subtle color harmonies, its dynamic composition, and grand scale make this poster a centerpiece for any wall or room. This is one of the rarest of Mele posters, and even more importantly, this impression is free of light stains on the folds, with color as fresh as when it was printed.

Walther Kochs 1906 image of an ice-skater mid-stride is the perfect one to advertise travel to Davos, one of the hottest winter sports destinations in Switzerland. At the time, skating was the most important winter sport as skiing was just in its infancy. The Davos Ice Stadium was famous for its many international skating events and saw a great number of world record performances there as early as 1898. Kochs elegantly serene poster was so successful that it was used for several years, merely overprinted with event information at the bottom.

Next is Henry Le Monniers vibrant 1926 advertisement for the French wine cooperative La Chablisienne. The poster features a beautiful woman draped in a flowing yellow dress, surrounded by grape vines as she perches atop the globe. Le Monnier created dozens of posters, all in a style similar to Cappiello, but with a heightened Art Deco sensibility. Here his cheerful and creative style comes to the fore, with the powerful geometry of the design creating an image still used today by the winegrowers.

Also starring is a playful 1912 advertisement by H.L. Roowy for Michelin, featuring the companys popular mascot Bibendum, known colloquially as the Michelin Man. Bibendum, who first appeared in a 1896 poster by OGalop, is one of the worlds oldest trademarks and still represents the company today. In the ad, the cigar-chomping character pedals merrily along hands-free on a bicycle, dispensing the tires that comprise his mid-section to all he passes. The flying tires appear to leap off the page, crossing the border of the images deep blue background and overlapping the advertising copy and leaving an indelible impression on the viewer.

In addition to gallery shows and special exhibitions, IPGs award-winning website, http://www.internationalposter.com offers one of the largest, most comprehensive online collection of vintage advertising posters in the world. Originally launched in 1998, the site contains nearly 5000 images accessible through a powerful search engine.

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Million Thai, a San Francisco Thai food restaurant, is pleased to announce their $ 2 beer specials, $ 5 appetizer specials, and their Thai Food Fusion dinner special. Patrons of Million Thai can experience one of the best karaoke bars/restaurants in downtown San Francisco. Million Thai is also the right place to spend happy hour in downtown San Francisco where there is truly something for everyone.

San Franciscos Thai caf?, Million Thai, is located at the Hotel Milano in San Francisco. It serves different Thai dishes and can accommodate up to 230 persons in one comfortable setting. Million Thai has a high ceiling dining room, full service bar, and karaoke lounge. They have a wide selection of songs that are available in English, Thai, and Chinese. Karaoke is from 10:00 pm – 2:00 am, daily.

Million Thai serves lunch and dinner 7-days a week. Dinner is served well into the night perfect for the late night party goers. The San Francisco Thai restaurant hosts a Thai-style buffet for lunch every Friday through Sunday, and diners can enjoy their favorite sports team battling it out on the big screen television.

Visit Million Thai today at the Milano Hotel in San Francisco, 55 Fifth Street in San Francisco . They can be reached at (415) 529-5146 or online at http://www.million-thai.com.

About Million Thai

Million Thai Restaurant and Bar is a newly opened restaurant right in the heart of downtown San Francisco . It is located at the Milano Hotel at 55 Fifth Street . It is open to serve customers from 11am till 2am. Taste exquisite Thai cuisines that suit peoples business lunch or a late night meal with loved ones. So come visit the restaurant and experience its tasteful and sophisticated ambiance.

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With the festive season just around the corner what better time to plan a short escape, visit friends and family, shop or simply experience a change of pace. Holiday travellers can enjoy great hotel savings at participating Westmont Hospitality Group hotels in Ottawa this holiday season with our Holiday in the Capital promotion. Guests receive 50% off their second night plus free breakfast for two both mornings when booking a two night stay from November 1, 2011 to January 22, 2012. Most participating Ottawa hotels also offer free hotel parking.

Travellers will be looking for ways to save on their holiday spending, says Linda Jamieson, vice president,” sales and marketing, Westmont Hospitality Group. As Canadians remain cautious in the current economy we offer guests a chance to have a winter break that will give them the best experience for the best value.

The holiday season is also a time to give back to those who are less fortunate,” says Jamieson. Our Ottawa hotels are proud to partner with The Ottawa Food Bank and The Snowsuit Fund of Ottawa. To help make a difference in the local community, partial proceeds from all Holiday in the Capital promotional stays, will be equally donated to these worthwhile charities. Experience a warm sense of pride knowing that you are contributing in some small way to help keep underprivileged kids warm during our cold Canadian winters and to ensure that no one goes hungry.

Ottawa offers plenty of exciting things to see and do and has garnered a reputation as a world-class tourist destination, with events and activities to be enjoyed year-round, including Winterlude – North Americas greatest winter celebration, the Ottawa International Hockey Festival and the spectacular Christmas Lights Across Canada program to name a few. Participating hotels include ARC The.Hotel Ottawa, Les Suites Hotel Ottawa and other well-known brands such as Comfort Inn, Quality, Holiday Inn and Radisson. As a guest at any of these hotels, youll be close to the heart of it all, surrounded by popular attractions, entertainment and fine shopping.

During your stay you can also enjoy valuable amenities that are available for no extra cost at most locations including high-speed Internet, local calls, daily newspapers, fitness and business centres. Most of these hotels also have a restaurant either on-site or nearby.

For a full list of participating hotels or to book the Holiday in the Capital package, visit http://www.ottawa-hotel.ca.

About Westmont Hospitality Group

Westmont is one of the largest hotel operators and managers in Canada with over 170 hotels from many respected brand names in the hospitality industry including Best Western, Comfort Inn, Delta, Fairmont, Hilton, Holiday Inn, Holiday Inn Express, Quality, Radisson and Sheraton, Staybridge Suites and Travelodge, 143 of which are owned by InnVest REIT. With hotels conveniently located in or close to most major cities, airports, conference centres, universities and tourist attractions, it is the most versatile hotel company in Canada perfect for sport travel, group travel, leisure travel and business travel.

For more information visit: http://www.InnVestREIThotels.com.

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The Principals of Urban Design Group (UDG), a multidisciplinary architectural firm, are pleased to announce the promotion of eight team members.

The following team members were named as new Associates:

Marc Clear, Architect, LEED-AP

Jacque Edmonds, LEED-AP

Elena Lasker

Matt Mitchell, NCARB, LEED-AP

Jana Rubin, CPSM

The following team members were promoted to Senior Associates:

Luc Helterbrand, Architect

Elroy Sutherland

Pj Hall, CPA

During our annual meeting, all the Principals of Urban Design Group look to the future and take note of those individuals who continue to represent the firm by exhibiting talent, leadership and the exercise of excellence in service, said Ronald D. Armstrong, AIA, President and Managing Principal. It is with extreme pleasure that during our deliberations we have voted unanimously to acknowledge and appoint eight team members as new Associates and Senior Associates of UDG. We are proud to recognize their past achievements and contributions to the firm, and look forward to their continued leadership as we strive to ever improve our firms response to our clients needs.

Mark Clear, LEED-AP, Associate, UDG:

A graduate of Georgia Institute of Technology, Clear joined UDGs Atlanta studio in 2009. Clear has a breadth of experience in architectural 3D modeling, rendering, graphic design and BIM (Building Information Modeling). His software expertise includes AutoCAD, AutoDesk Revit, Google Sketchup, Architectural Desktop, 3D Studio Max, Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign. Clears portfolio of experience is comprised of casino and restaurants, hospitality, museums and cultural centers, multi-family, office and education projects.

Jacque Edmonds, AIA, LEED-AP, Associate, UDG:

Bringing eight years of architectural experience, Edmonds joined the Atlanta studio in 2006. She is well-versed in several architectural software packages such as AutoCAD, Architectural Desktop, Photoshop, Illustrator, Viz4, and Macromedia Flash. Edmonds portfolio includes educational, hospitality, retail, gaming, medical and commercial facilities. Involved mostly in production and construction administration, Edmonds is an important addition to any design team, coordinating efforts among all contributing members.

Elena Lasker, Associate, UDG:

A member of UDGs interiors team, Lasker ensures continuity in design from the initial ideas through the finished product. Her body of work includes projects in hospitality, gaming, themed entertainment, cultural centers, museum design and office buildings. Lasker lends her expertise in facility programming and analysis, space planning, design development, Cadd drawing, product selection and specification, and installation coordination. She is noted for her passion for artistic presentations that clearly express project ideas to clients.

Matt Mitchell, NCARB, LEED-AP, Associate, UDG:

One of UDGs newest hires, Mitchell brings 20 years of experience to the Atlanta studio. Previously, Mitchell worked on such varied projects as religious and educational facilities, mixed-use developments, office buildings and sports stadiums. Prior to relocating to Atlanta, Mitchell had his own architecture practice, which placed in the top five in the Monument to the Third Millennium international design competition. Mitchells strengths lie in fast-track project management and his technical expertise in delivering creative concepts into reality.

Jana Rubin, Associate, UDG:

Rubin has a proven track record of creating successful marketing campaigns and is known for her ability to organize marketing data and serve as a strong team player in the pursuit of projects. Rubin holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from Mercer University in Atlanta, and she earned her Certified Professional Services Marketer (CPSM) designation from the Society of Marketing Professional Services (SMPS). Rubin is also a member of the Atlanta Chapter of Commercial Real Estate Women (CREW).

Elroy Sutherland, Senior Associate, UDG:

Sutherland has over two decades of architectural experience with expertise in developing program requirements, code review and compliance, design development, consultant coordination, project management, and construction administration. Today, Sutherland focuses on project management. He especially enjoys the problem-solving aspects of this position, and focuses on cost control in order to maximize the power of a clients budget. His creativity, attention to detail, and analytical skills make him an ideal leader for any assignment. Sutherland oversees UDGs hospitality, education, and gaming projects.

Luc Helterbrand, Registered Architect, Senior Associate, UDG:

Helterbrand has over 25 years of design and project management experience. His projects include casinos, corporate interiors, commercial buildings, and high-end residential projects. In addition, he has taken part in master planning and conceptual design for hospitality, government, and health care clients. Helterbrands responsibilities include design and presentation. He is primarily involved in interior architecture, though, as a registered architect, he is accomplished in all aspects of architectural design.

Pj Hall, CPA, Senior Associate, UDG:

UDGs CFO, Hall, has over 25 years of experience in management-level accounting with multi-million dollar companies. Hall, a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), joined UDG in 2006 where she provides oversight to the firms finance and human relations teams.

About Urban Design Group:

Urban Design Group offers architectural, interior design and urban master planning services to its worldwide clientele from studios in Atlanta, GA, and Dallas, TX. A market leader in the application and advancement of Building Information Modeling (BIM) technology, UDG’s personnel work on a wide range of projects from hospitality, resort, gaming design and Native American design projects to corporate, university facilities and urban mixed-use developments.

In the firm’s 36-year history, Urban Design Group has completed more than $ 6 Billion dollars in projects worldwide. The firm has received more than 80 design excellence awards and honors, 15 design competition awards and has been featured in hundreds of magazine articles, newspaper pieces and design resource books. For more information, please visit http://www.urbandesigngroup.com.

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Smartshake, The Worlds Smartest Shaker is shaking things up as it enters the world of MMA with Jakt Apparel Signature Shaker.

JAKT apparel is a Canadian based lifestyle clothing brand known for sponsoring many UFC fighters such as Wanderlei Silva, Jake Shields, Jonathon Brookins, Brian Ebersole as well as others, not to mention UFC Octagon Girl Brittney Palmer. Their unique style has made them one of the fastest growing brands in Canada. The JAKT Shaker cup will be a perfect fit allowing for fighters to use it for pre/post workout and fight supplements not to mention a great storage compartment for their personal mouth guards. Look for your top UFC Fighters to be carrying their Jakt Apparel/Smartshake shaker cups.

Canadian Spokesmodel/Marketing Liaison Nancy Di Nino and the Smartshake Corporate team felt that with the current mass popularity of MMA and UFC, this was the next step in the growth and expansion of Smartshake, displaying its diversity and versatility to other specific sports.

We are very proud to expand our brand with this amazing product. Its uniqueness and quality was what really attracted us to it. Together we look to expand each brand into the Fitness and MMA markets to offer unique products like the Smartshake cups. Keep an eye out for more big things to come says Marc Fowles, Jakt Brand Founder & CEO.

Based out of Sweden, Smartshake is not only known for their high quality craftsmanship but also the ability to carry 3 shakers in 1. Smartshake is known for their signature shakers from the worlds top Bodybuilding and Fitness athletes including the current reigning Mr. Olympia Phil Heath and 4x Mr. Olympia Jay Cutler; now expanding their brand with JAKT apparel and their roster of UFC Fighters.

Visit Smartshake Canada at facebook.com/smartshakecanada for inquiries and product information.

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Ready for Cyber Monday, Catalogs.com has unveiled the new version of its popular digital catalog portal. The one-year-old site, Catalogs.com for iPad, found at http://shop.catalogs.com, hosts a burgeoning selection of name brand and specialty catalogs. Catalogs.com for iPad has also become one of the top downloaded shopping apps for the iPad at Apples iTunes store.

The re-designed portal is the Catalogs.com response to outstanding user demand for additional features and expanded store selection. The collection of digital catalogs has expanded from two dozen to a diverse and growing collection of more than one hundred titles.

Catalogs.com for iPad leverages its own patent pending feed-based technology so retailers can create a slick, desktop or iPad friendly digital catalog without using PDF-conversions of print catalog pages, expensive revisions or updates. The digital catalog feed can be easily updated or changed at any time by the merchant and can feature as few as 100 products to as many as 3,000. Users are able to casually page through full catalogs for thousands of holiday gift ideas. They can also narrow their focus using product categories, or by tapping related products which are automatically generated based on the users interests.

The original version of Catalogs.com for iPad was the product of hundreds of hours of brainstorming, programming, focus groups and testing, says Richard Linevsky, president of Catalogs.com. On the web, change is the only constant. As soon as the first version of Catalogs.com for iPad went live, both consumer demand and the incredible response from retailers inspired us to create and implement improved usability solutions that are both elegant and flexible.

Our challenge has been to meet the needs of shoppers as well as the branding and product marketing objectives of a wide variety of stores including major retailers like Lucky Brand, Things Remembered, Foot Locker, Lenox, Coors, Harry & David and bebe, to specialty retailers like Calendars.com, Old Time Candy and Sun & Ski Sports, Linevsky says. In addition to desktop users, Catalogs.com for iPad appeals to millions of iPad shoppers we have to keep pace with an increasingly sophisticated user who expects brilliant visuals, social sharing, detailed information and touch screen functionality.

About Catalogs.com

Since 1996, shoppers have universally recognized Catalogs.com as a trusted premier shopping service, attracting more than 1,100,000 unique visitors each month. The comprehensive Catalogs.com website, newly launched Catalogs.com for iPad and Catalogs.com online catalogs feature over 740 major and specialty retailers and provide shopping access via web, iPad and mobile phone platforms.

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Midway Hotel Center in Chicago, a group of nine nationally branded hotels including four from Marriott International, has introduced a special low nightly rate and a collection of perks for tour and travel groups. Any group that reserves a block of rooms and travels by June 30, 2012, can take advantage of the centers unparalleled rate of $ 89 per room night. The low nightly rate and special concessions are meant to make travel easy for guests and tour operators alike.

Tour and Travel Groups Arriving Before June 30, 2012 Receive the Following:

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Our location near the airport and within convenient distance of downtown makes our campus a natural destination for tour and travel groups, said Thomas Egan, Area Director of Sales and Marketing. This new set of perks makes Midway Hotel Center an even more appealing place for groups to stop and relax between busy days of exploring the Windy City.

Midway Hotel Center is a perfect fit for group travel, with nine separate hotels on one amenity-filled campus just five minutes from Chicago Midway International Airport. Signature Chicago attractions like the Willis Tower, Soldier Field, Navy Pier and Shedd Aquarium sit within easy driving distance of the hotels, and the wide range of onsite dining options offer menus to satisfy any palate.

To reserve a group room block or to learn more, complete a Group Travel RFP.

About The Midway Hotel Center

Midway Hotel Center is a group of nine nationally branded hotels including four from Marriott International. This convenient campus is located just five minutes from Chicago Midway International Airport and eight miles from Downtown Chicago. Each of the hotels on the campus features spacious accommodations and ample amenities ideal for business or leisure travel, and onsite dining options include Coaches Sports Bar & Grill, Dempseys Grill & Pub, T.G.I. Fridays and the Great American Grill. Midway Hotel Center provides a 24-hour shuttle to the airport and Chicagos Orange Line trains, and Park & Fly Packages are available.

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The official launch of the sports website, NextMVP this weekend is the “change” in sports publicity and interactivity that fans and sports enthusiasts have been waiting for – and helped to create.

NextMVP is a global directory of sports enthusiasts. Its a place for private sports fans and athletes to create public identities. Faced with intense competition from the likes of Facebook, YouTube and ESPN, the developers of NextMVP.com are innovating, developing and releasing products rapidly.

Taking sports lovers from being “fans to friends” was the goal when the new CEO, Marsha Powell, designed this next-generation online sports network that fuses video, information, social interaction, and compelling entertainment. Interactive, informative, entertaining, up-close and real that’s what users asked for and NextMVP delivered it.

On the site, fans can converse and connect with others who share their passion around topics of interest, teams, coaching strategies or certain athletes. Selectively, users are crowned The Next Most Valuable Player by their geographic location or by their sport. The kicker is you dont have to be a professional athlete at all. Many NextMVP users are everyday backyard sports heroes with stories to tell, and photos and videos to back their stories up!

The site is free, clean, easy to sign-on, and allows for immediate sharing of experiences, commentary and announcements. So the development site percolated along for about a year, and then it took hold. Over the last few months, its users have been growing vertically, while its platform has been expanding horizontally.

As you comb through the site, its clear that NextMVP has made a strategic decision not to bombard its users with brand advertising all over its web pages. Instead, as some other social sites have discovered, they pepper the individual pages with subtle brand advertisement and give users the option of when or even if certain advertisement is displayed at all.

Their copout strategy would be to have flashing brands advertising all over the top and sides of each web page. That strategy would definitely lead to a quicker revenue stream, but it would undermine the company principles they have touted to their users. Their COO, Mr. Steward had much to say about their strategy.

“Our goal at NextMVP is to produce original, high quality content, creating incredible online engaging experiences for our users. We are so excited to bring NextMVP to athletes, fans, coaches, families and teams.” said John Steward, COO. NextMVP allows users to narrow the distance that exists between sports fans, athletes and other sports enthusiasts and is a first-of-its-kind experience that allows users to interact directly with their favorite sports interests.”

There’s an expanded user development platform, interactive gaming with chosen draft picks and more language translation coming. And there a lot of different applications that are going to be developed to allow sports minded people to get informed and to share information about their personal sports activities and accomplishments in mobile ways.

While NextMVP delivers users a high degree of interactivity and visibility, users remain in full control of their publishing activity. They may choose to always share activity, never share it or be selective, in what is shared. Each user can select which privacy option best suits their individual needs. Users can share video, photos, commentary and updates to any one of their friends, but friends can also be defined further in to buddies, teammates, associates et cetera, so that users can choose who to share with rather than publicizing everything to everyone.

Whats the future of NextMVP? More growth into global channels, more development of platforms, gaming and mobile applications, and more organization of the sports knowledge they collect. NextMVP plans to enter into more businesses than most people recognize. It won’t be successful in all of them but its influence, resources and innovation are creatively disruptive.

For more information visit: http://www.nextmvp.com

About The Editor

Sandy McCommon is a professional consultant and freelance writer. Sandy offers a wide array of public relations services, marketing communications and media relations solutions. Sandy has previously worked as a management consultant, specializing in information technology. She spent a decade in marketing and management, working for both small and large institutions. Sandy received her bachelors degree from the University of Southern California.

About NextMVP

NextMVP Corporation operates a global online directory of sports enthusiasts. The company, through its proprietary platform, allows members to create, manage, and share their identity online, build and engage with their friends, access shared sports knowledge and insights, and find business opportunities. Its platform also provides members with applications and tools to search, connect, and communicate with fans, athletes, businesses, learn about global opportunities, join industry groups, follow organizations, and share information. NextMVP Corporation was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in Los Angeles, California.

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Vistage International has named Chris Groves, CEO of Centric Software, Inc., a finalist in its 2011 Member Leadership Awards.

Vistage, a global CEO peer advisory organization with nearly 15,000 members, named Groves a finalist in the Innovation category of the awards. Centric is the provider of Centric 8 product lifecycle management (PLM) software. The recognition came as a result of Groves successful leadership of Centrics mobile strategies and co-invention of Centrics mobile products for the apparel and fast-moving consumer goods markets. In the past year, Centric has released two patent-pending, industry-first mobile apps for PLM software.

Now in their second year, the Vistage Member Leadership Awards honor the inspiring business and community achievements of Vistage members who best exemplify the organizations values and its six cultural imperatives: Collaboration, Courage, Impact, Innovation, Judgment and Passion.

Groves is a highly accomplished international business executive with more than 20 years of experience in building and managing global technology companies. He joined Centric in 1997 as president and CEO, and member of the companys board of directors.

Vistage International (http://www.vistage.com)

Founded in 1957, Vistage International, Inc., headquartered in San Diego, California, is the worlds leading chief executive organization, serving nearly 15,000 members in 15 countries. Vistage member CEOs participate in chair-led advisory board peer groups, receive executive coaching, learn from expert speakers, and interact among a global network of CEOs from a broad range of industries.

Centric Software, Inc. (http://www.centricsoftware.com)

Centric Software is a leading provider of product lifecycle management (PLM) software for apparel, luxury goods and consumer goods companies. Centric 8 delivers easy-to-use functionality to manage critical, inseparable business processes, including product development, sourcing, line planning and profitability management, through a modularized system that implements and delivers value rapidly.

With Centric 8, companies are able to cut costs and inefficiency, speed new products to market, drive margin improvement, and improve global collaboration and compliance. Global enterprises including INTERSPORT France, Colmar, Christine Laure, Balenciaga, Christian Louboutin, KlimUSA, Bass Pro Shops, Bravo Sports, Longchamp, Silver Jeans, Sundance Catalog and United Stationers use Centric solutions to achieve revenue growth, reduce costs and deliver trend-right products to their customers.

Centric is a registered trademark of Centric Software. All other brands and product names may be trademarks of their respective owners.

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