Jan, 11
2007
Networks and Encryption

BandCon Turns up a National 10 Gigabits Per Second (10 Gbps) Backbone

Author: Bandwidth Consulting, Inc.
Dateline: Thu, 11 Jan 2007

freeNewsArticles Story Summary: “IRVINE, Calif. - Jan. 11 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Irvine-based BandCon announced today it has turned up a national 10 Gigabits per second (10 Gbps) backbone to help large Internet content companies connect diverse data centers, server farms and peering points. BandCon's new network enables companies to purchase layer 2 Ethernet connections between cities on a pay-for-use basis.”



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IRVINE, Calif. - Jan. 11 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Irvine-based BandCon announced today it has turned up a national 10 Gigabits per second (10 Gbps) backbone to help large Internet content companies connect diverse data centers, server farms and peering points. BandCon's new network enables companies to purchase layer 2 Ethernet connections between cities on a pay-for-use basis.

(c) Send2PressContent companies require these types of connections as they grow to move data from location to location. BandCon's network solution enables servers to communicate across the country, creates redundancy, expands network access to ISP's and allows for a larger peering initiative. BandCon has tapped Level 3 Communications as the primary provider for underlying wavelength services for the new Content Delivery System.

"We are very pleased to be the underlying provider for BandCon's new service," said Jeff Tench, senior vice president of offer management for Level 3's Content Markets Group. "This agreement underscores Level 3's commitment to providing scalable solutions to companies like BandCon."

BandCon provides transit, transport, managed networking, CDN services and managed peering. BandCon's products, called Content Delivery System, focus on flexibility of term and commitment so that newer content companies can maximize their network budget. Service is centered at the major peering sites in America and Europe.

"One of the largest challenges for the new wave of content sites is simply having enough capacity to the Internet," said Ari Benowitz, president and CEO of BandCon. "Our Content Delivery System combines traditional transit ISP services with private long haul connections to provide flexible and complete networking solutions allowing content sites greater reach to their end user."

About BandCon
BandCon is the network provider for large content Web sites, providing the most flexible and scalable complete network solutions for IP transit, transport, colocation, CDN and peering. BandCon's 'Content Delivery System' is specifically designed to provide delivery mechanisms that coincide with sites immediate and ever changing needs.

As a site matures the delivery methods will vary between transit, CDN, transport and peering. BandCon synergizes these methods into a cohesive group of products maximizing economics and performance. BandCon provides its Content Delivery System for MySpace, Internap, Revver, Vonage, Nine Systems and Skype.

For more information visit www.bandcon.com.

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Jan, 11
2007
Uncategorized

GeckoSystems UK Ltd. Created to Target UK Security Markets with Mobile Robot Solutions

Author: GeckoSystems, Inc.
Dateline: Thu, 11 Jan 2007

freeNewsArticles Story Summary: “ATLANTA, Ga. - Jan. 11 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- GeckoSystems, Inc. (OTC PK: GKSY / GKSY.pk) announced today the formation and opening of its new UK office located in greater London, England. The new subsidiary, GeckoSystems UK Ltd., will be responsible for manufacturing, sales, and support in the commercial security and defense marketplaces.”



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ATLANTA, Ga. - Jan. 11 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- GeckoSystems, Inc. (OTC PK: GKSY / GKSY.pk) announced today the formation and opening of its new UK office located in greater London, England. The new subsidiary, GeckoSystems UK Ltd., will be responsible for manufacturing, sales, and support in the commercial security and defense marketplaces.

"This is another milestone in the continuing development and expansion of GeckoSystems which will allow us to actively pursue and address the interest and potential that exists in this region. Our new presence allows GeckoSystems the unique opportunity to market our innovative mobile robot solutions to knowledgeable customers while fulfilling all contractual requirements," stated Mr. Martin Spencer, President/CEO of GeckoSystems, Inc. "The appointments of Messrs. Greg Stone and Russell Barley as Directors to GeckoSystems UK Ltd. brings a depth of experience and knowledge of sales and service in this sector. We are pleased to welcome them to the GeckoSystems' organization," he stated.

Mr. Greg Stone, Director of Prodec Networks, said, "To comply with national, regional and local government sales and service requirements a UK office presence is important and mandatory. Robotic technology solutions are increasingly being used in commercial security and defense work and we have the resources to accelerate and manage the growth."

Mr. Russell Barley, also a Director of Prodec Networks, said, "Full maintenance and technical support will be provided by our team of fully manufacturer trained and certified programmers and engineers. They provide 24/7 support of the highest calibre," he added.

About GeckoSystems, Inc.:
GeckoSystems, Inc. is a leading developer of mobile robot solutions based in Conyers, Georgia. The Company specializes in supplying mobile service robots (MSR's) that automatically self-navigate the home, office, or business. Now entering their tenth year of business, GeckoSystems, Inc. has developed a suite of proprietary, fundamental technologies. Their hardware and software inventions enable the practical deployment of MSRs. Their MSR's respond intelligently to dynamic environments while accomplishing useful tasks such as automated patrolling, remote care giving, etc. without requiring human assistance or intervention. www.GeckoSystems.com

About Prodec Networks Ltd.:
Prodec Networks was formed in 1998. Head office situated in Berkshire England (near London) today Prodec has grown into a company with a vast array of networking skills and services, and all Prodec engineers are Manufacturer Trained and Certified. Prodec is a Cisco Premier Partner and able to offer a diverse range of solutions to customers. Prodec Networks specialize in the supply, design, installation, support and ongoing maintenance of New and Re-furbished Networking Equipment to suit your Company's computer network, and all Prodec kit is fully tested and guaranteed. www.prodec.co.uk

Safe Harbor: Statements regarding financial matters in this press release other than historical facts are "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and as that term is defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. The company intends that such statements about the Company's future expectations, including future revenues and earnings, technology efficacy and all other forward-looking statements be subject to the safe harbors created thereby. The Company is a development stage company who continues to be dependent upon outside capital to sustain its existence. Since these statements (future operational results and sales) involve risks and uncertainties and are subject to change at any time, the Company's actual results may differ materially from expected results.

Contact:
For more information visit:
http://www.GeckoSystems.com
or
Investor Relations
1-866-843-2775

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Jan, 10
2007
Health, Diet and Fitness

Natural Salt Products Boast Healing Benefits That Cannot Be Ignored

Author: Solay Wellness Inc.
Dateline: Wed, 10 Jan 2007

freeNewsArticles Story Summary: “CHICAGO, Ill. - Jan. 10 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- According to Solay Wellness Inc., natural salt is not just for healthy flavor. Boasting 84 minerals, unrefined, crystallized, natural salt delivers an array of health benefits, with users finding relief from respiratory ailments, improvements in skin condition, increased energy levels, pain relief, stress relief and more.”



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CHICAGO, Ill. - Jan. 10 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- According to Solay Wellness Inc., natural salt is not just for healthy flavor. Boasting 84 minerals, unrefined, crystallized, natural salt delivers an array of health benefits, with users finding relief from respiratory ailments, improvements in skin condition, increased energy levels, pain relief, stress relief and more.

(c) Send2PressThese hard-to-ignore benefits, paired with the fact that The Salt Institute estimates that there are more than 14,000 uses for salt and recognize it as "a necessity to healthy living," prompted the development of an environmentally-focused wellness company that has emerged as the leading provider in natural salt products.

Called Solay Wellness, the company was founded by Isabella Samovsky, who spent the last 10 years providing shoppers worldwide with eco products and most recently, the highest quality natural salt products available today. Originally, it was her fascination with salt lamps and their purifying capabilities that served as a catalyst for the business venture, and after experiencing the healing powers of natural salt firsthand, and witnessing countless others do the same, she expanded her product line and even manufactures her own natural salt-based products including Solay Simple, Solay Therapy Pillows, and more.

Samovsky's passion for natural salt and natural living, along with her strong commitment to help others achieve higher levels of wellness through the use of natural salts has catapulted Solay Wellness to online success.

Based on ancient holistic treatments, the natural salt products found at www.SolayWellness.com can help users combat earaches, head aches and backaches, with the Solay Salt Lamps able to gently clean and purify the air, and the Salin Device & Salt Pipe capable of providing respiratory protection and relief, and more.

"Natural, mineral rich salt is essential. Our bodies are 90% salt water and using the right salt can help us live healthier; but, it's not just that," Samovsky explains. "Salt is also antibacterial, and has been used for centuries to help people look and feel better, whether through adding salts to their baths to alleviate sore muscles and skin conditions such as eczema, using salty water for sinus irrigation in ayurveda, or through breathing ionized, bacterial free salty air in salt mines (like the famous Polish salt mine that has been turned into a Hospital.)

"Additionally, if you look at the list of ingredients in home cleaners before the advent of synthetic chemical cleaners, salt was the main ingredient used to clean your home and even for oral care," Samovsky points out. "Mix it with lemon, baking soda, or even on its own, and you've got a multi purpose solution. Of course, you can also sprinkle natural salt to get rid of odor, or even to make a paste to remove wine spills."

Most recently, and based on customer demand, Samovsky has created Solay Simple Natural Cleaners with Himalayan salt, a cleaning line which is non-toxic, unscented and biodegradable. Solay Smile natural tooth powder with Himalayan salt, Solay Gourmet Granola, and other salt wellness products coming soon for people and pets.

And, as Samovsky and her loyal clients will attest, Solay Wellness natural products people sleep better, provide pain relief and can even be counted on to improve breathing conditions and even to help relieve stress so users feel more calm and relaxed.

"The bottom-line is this: Salt is worth its weight in gold when it comes to our well-being and because of its many uses and countless benefits, it truly can do something positive for everyone," Samovsky concludes.

About Solay Wellness
Isabella Samovsky founded world renowned Solay Wellness when she was just 29-years-old, after falling in love with a Salt crystal lamp. As she tells it, she was instantly drawn to the lamps striking beauty and energy, as well as its strong health benefits. But, Samovsky didn't stop there. After doing research, she learned how beneficial natural salt is and about it's many uses, as well as how it can be used to help people look and feel better.

This prompted her to create Solay Wellness and to eventually launch her own top-selling product line, which now includes Solay Simple, a line of 100% natural, non-toxic cleaners, Solay Gourmet, a natural food line that includes Solay Gourmet Granola and natural Himalayan salts for seasoning, Solay Smile, a natural tooth power, Solay Therapy Pillows for people and pets and more.

More information: www.SolayWellness.com, or contact:
Isabella Samovsky
of Solay Wellness Inc.
+1-312-224-2710
Isabella @ natural-salt-lamps.com

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Jan, 10
2007
Education and Schools

New Keyboarding Trivia Game Adds Entertainment Dimension to the Way Students Learn How to Type

Author: Business Education Publishing, Inc.
Dateline: Wed, 10 Jan 2007

freeNewsArticles Story Summary: “WARWICK, R.I. - Jan. 10 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Business Education Publishing announces the release of a new, interactive and fun board game - Keyboarding Trivia - designed to take students temporarily away from the keyboard while reinforcing letter-key memory.”



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WARWICK, R.I. - Jan. 10 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Business Education Publishing announces the release of a new, interactive and fun board game - Keyboarding Trivia - designed to take students temporarily away from the keyboard while reinforcing letter-key memory.

(c) Send2PresssThe game, designed for middle and high school students as well as adults, keeps students moving across game board spaces which are designed as keys, while answering fun, keyboarding trivia questions.

Questions include: Your right pinky always rests on which key? Which finger is used to strike the "E" key? Manual transmission cars require you to touch me often. Which key am I?

Two - four players compete against each other by correctly answering keyboarding-related trivia questions. Over 240 trivia questions challenge students to recall proper hand and finger placement for a standard QWERTY keyboard through a fun, and educational board game method.

"Keyboarding Trivia is the best invention for teaching and reinforcing keyboarding skills since the keyboard," Joy Tavano, keyboarding teacher and game beta tester, said.

The game is designed to improve keyboard finger placement through memory and reinforces letter and symbol key placement and retention. It also improves eye-hand coordination and adds variety and competitive fun to the keyboarding classroom.

Each game includes a large format (20" x 20") game board; over 240 keyboarding trivia question cards; 1 die; 1 timer; 4 pawns and a detailed instruction booklet.

Since 1996, Business Education Publishing has been specializing in providing hands-on, real-world classroom resources for business, technology, and career classrooms. The resources produced, published, and distributed by Business Education Publishing focus on helping business, career, and technology educators deliver exciting, real-world instruction to connect students to the real world of business.

"We offer a wide variety of educational tools and resources that prepare today's students to be tomorrow's leaders in our business world," Michael Gecawich, Director of Product Development and Design, said. "This new product has been a big success and we hope it continues to provide not only classroom education, but also family fun."

As a member of the National Business Education Association (NBEA) and International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE), the resources offered by Business Education Publishing are aligned with the national standards for business, technology, and career disciplines.

"Our resources reflect current standards that help educators meet course objectives to prepare students for an every-changing global economy," Gecawich explained.

Business Education Publishing product categories currently include: accounting, communications, business law, career and life skills, computers, desktop publishing, economics, entrepreneurship, fashion design, financial literacy, general business, international business, marketing and advertising, Web site design, and keyboarding.

For more information, visit: www.bepublishing.com or call: 1-888-781-6921.

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Jan, 09
2007
Fashion

‘Hearts & Arrows’ Diamonds are A Cut Above on Valentine’s Day

Author: Whiteflash.com
Dateline: Wed, 10 Jan 2007

freeNewsArticles Story Summary: “HOUSTON, Texas - Jan. 10 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Like true love, a diamond is forever, and online boutique Whiteflash.com offers a specialized round brilliant that's perfect for Valentine's Day. 'Hearts & Arrows' diamonds are cut so precisely that facet reflections overlap; creating distinct heart and arrow patterns when seen through a special viewer.”



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HOUSTON, Texas - Jan. 10 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Like true love, a diamond is forever, and online boutique Whiteflash.com offers a specialized round brilliant that's perfect for Valentine's Day. "Hearts & Arrows" diamonds are cut so precisely that facet reflections overlap; creating distinct heart and arrow patterns when seen through a special viewer. Whiteflash.com's signature line is "A Cut Above;" an elite brand of conflict-free diamonds that has been called the world's most visually balanced.

(c) Send2PressImages of hearts and arrows, Cupid and the eternal symbolism of diamonds combine to make these dazzlers from Whiteflash.com an ideal gift on the year's most romantic holiday.

The round diamond has existed for hundreds of years, but the hearts & arrows level of precision has been possible for less than 20. The techniques were first developed in Japan and arrived in America in the 1990s. "A Cut Above" was the first branded hearts & arrows diamond sold exclusively on the internet and remains the only diamond with a guarantee of true optical symmetry.

The creation of an "A Cut Above" diamond begins with selection of premium diamond rough. For the hearts and arrows pattern to appear every one of the 57 facets must be perfectly cut and polished by skilled craftsmen. When all of these tiny mirrors are precisely aligned the result is a diamond unmatched in brilliance and sparkle. If any detail falls outside of Whiteflash.com's tight tolerances the diamond will not be branded "A Cut Above."

Online shoppers require the highest level of pedigree and guarantees and Whiteflash.com doesn't fall short in this area. Along with the ringing American Gem Society endorsement, Whiteflash.com extends a no-questions asked inspection period and gives buyers a unique lifetime trade-up option allowing future diamond selections with full credit for your trade. Seeking a setting? Hailed as "Lord of the Online Rings" by Kiplinger's, Whiteflash.com is known for premier custom jewelry creations as well (whiteflash.com/golden-wardrobe/custom-design.aspx).

So if you're thinking of giving your heart away this Valentine's Day, you may want to consider giving the eternal hearts & arrows perfectly polished into "A Cut Above" diamonds from Whiteflash.com.

For more information about Hearts and Arrows Diamonds ( whiteflash.com/diamonds_info/t/beyondideal.aspx?articleid=311&zoneid=25 ) or Diamond Engagement Rings (http://www.whiteflash.com/Engagement-Rings/1.htm), visit Whiteflash.com.

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Jan, 09
2007
Reports and Studies

Timely and Accurate Research on the $150 Billion Security Market

Author: Sandra Jones and Company
Dateline: Tue, 09 Jan 2007

freeNewsArticles Story Summary: “CLEVELAND, Ohio - Jan. 9 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Lehman Brothers' 2006 Security Industry Annual Report, providing useful information on the security industry, is now available through Sandra Jones and Company. Authored by Jeff Kessler, Sr. VP at Lehman Brothers, the report is invaluable when measuring the market, developing business plans, updating valuations and getting new perspective on the industry.”



A R T I C L E:

Sandra Jones and Company announces availability of 2006 Lehman Brothers Annual Security Industry Report

CLEVELAND, Ohio - Jan. 9 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Lehman Brothers' 2006 Security Industry Annual Report, providing useful information on the security industry, is now available through Sandra Jones and Company (www.sjandco.com). Authored by Jeff Kessler, Sr. VP at Lehman Brothers, the report is invaluable when measuring the market, developing business plans, updating valuations and getting new perspective on the industry.

(c) Send2Press"The report is my only reference source to learn about market statistics, industry players, underlying technology and strategic opportunities. It's been in my briefcase since the day I go it!" said David Dickson, IBM Canada, Security Sales & Solution Leader.

Jeffrey T. Kessler, is considered the "guru of Wall Street" on the subject. The report contains 161 tables and charts along with information on the size of key market sectors, projected growth to 2008, technological advances and market drivers.

The report states, "Security sectors that we feel are particularly well positioned over the next five years include video surveillance, private prisons, physical services and identification including background, automated and biometric."

The report provides detailed perspectives on these sectors. Insights and perspectives on the Homeland Security, video, RFID, access control, systems integration, and armoring markets are also included. The report provides new metrics for valuating alarm monitoring and highlights companies (public and private) influencing change in the security market).

For the report's table of contents go to: sjandco.com/2006SecurityReportTOC.pdf.

Please direct orders and inquiries to Sandra Jones and Company at 440.285.4444, or becky @sjandco.com.

About Sandra Jones and Company:
Sandra Jones and Company is a security industry resource and consulting firm that provides information, strategy, marketing and introductions, which enable suppliers and investors to optimize their investment and market potential. The Company is a co-founder of Securing New Ground(tm) For more information, go to www.sjandco.com or www.securingnewground.com.

About Lehman Brothers:
Lehman Brothers (ticker symbol: LEH), serves the financial needs of corporations, governments and municipalities, institutional clients, and high-net-worth individuals worldwide. For further information about Lehman Brothers' services, products and recruitment opportunities, visit their Web Site at: www.lehman.com.

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Jan, 09
2007
Uncategorized

ActionCOACH Cornerstone Announces Expansion in Northern Georgia

Author: ActionCOACH Cornerstone
Dateline: Tue, 09 Jan 2007

freeNewsArticles Story Summary: “DULUTH, Ga. - Jan. 9 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- ActionCOACH Cornerstone, a local, independently-owned licensee of ActionCOACH, the world's #1 business coaching franchise, announced today that it will be expanding it's business presence in Georgia through a merger with two other established ActionCOACH Business Coaches.”



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Executive Partner, Lee Huffman Says Addition of New Partners Will Significantly Expand Company's Role In Helping Georgia Business Leaders Reach Their Full Potential

DULUTH, Ga. - Jan. 9 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- ActionCOACH Cornerstone, a local, independently-owned licensee of ActionCOACH, the world's #1 business coaching franchise, announced today that it will be expanding it's business presence in Georgia through a merger with two other established ActionCOACH Business Coaches. This will significantly impact the Business Coaching Firm's ability to help private business owners and their teams to become more efficient, more productive, better focused, and more profitable through professional, objective mentoring and education.

Russ Hall and John Miller, both certified ActionCOACH Business Coaches, will be joining Lee Huffman as Senior Partners in the expansion of ActionCOACH Cornerstone effective immediately.

"Joining forces with John and Russ makes ActionCOACH Cornerstone stronger than ever before," says Lee Huffman, founder and Executive Partner. "Russ and John are both experienced ActionCOACH Business Coaches and very accomplished business leaders. I can not think of a better leadership team for our firm. Bringing their expertise and experience into the firm will allow us to expand our reach, both vertically and geographically, in the Georgia Business Community. By extending our reach, we will be able to assist more business leaders, stabilize more business entities, produce more jobs, and have even more impact on the communities we serve."

"By working together in ActionCOACH Cornerstone, John, Lee, and I will provide a foundation for our clients second to none in the industry," adds Russ Hall, Senior Partner of ActionCOACH Cornerstone. "January 2007 marks the beginning of the next generation of business coaching in Georgia and we are all looking forward to maintaining our leadership position in this growing field."

"Russ, Lee, and I bring nearly 90 years of experience to business leaders in Northern Georgia," says John Miller, Partner of ActionCOACH Cornerstone. "As we continue to grow our business coaching firm, and continue to leverage the great tools and systems from ActionCOACH, we will make communities throughout Northern Georgia stronger and more stable than every before."

"This merger allows ActionCOACH Cornerstone to open a second office in Marietta immediately. This office will complement our current headquarters in Duluth," Lee said, "Later this year we will open an expanded training facility in Duluth where Business Leaders throughout Georgia will participate in over 20 business workshops offered by ActionCOACH worldwide."

ActionCOACH was founded in 1993 by internationally renowned business expert and author, Brad Sugars. With a network of close to 1,000 business coaching franchises and operations in 22 countries around the world, the company has been rated by the U.S.-based magazine Entrepreneur as the #1 business consulting franchise in the world for the past four years, one of the Top 100 Franchises overall, one of the Top 20 Home-Based Franchises, and one of the Top 50 America's Top Global Franchises.

ActionCOACH business coaching is a process-oriented, yet personalized approach to business success. Services offered by ActionCOACH Cornerstone run a spectrum from one-time seminars and training events to extended, one-on-one business coaching. ActionCOACH clients can enroll in the ProfitCLUB, a semi-weekly business building workshop experience; one- to two-day seminars centered on specific skills such as team-building or phone skills; the ActionCLUB, in which ActionCOACH coaches and clients meet to generate specific action plans for their businesses; as well as one-on-one coaching designed to help business leaders meet pre-defined success goals.

"Small-to-medium businesses are the heart of Georgia's economic engine. By helping business owners succeed, ActionCOACH moves closer to its vision of 'World Abundance through Business Re-Education'," said Jodie Shaw, ActionCOACH's Chief Marketing Officer. "Lee Huffman and his partners, Russ Hall and John Miller, have established themselves as highly-qualified contributors in the business community by helping hundreds of business leaders in Northern Georgia achieve their business and personal goals."

For more information about ActionCOACH services, please visit www.actioncoach.com/cornerstone or contact ActionCOACH Cornerstone by calling (770) 932-2525 or emailing Cornerstone @Action-International.com.

About ActionCOACH:
ActionCOACH, headquartered in Brisbane, Australia, is one of the fastest growing franchises and the largest business coaching company in the world. Established in 1993, began franchising in 1997, and currently has nearly 1,000 offices in 22 countries around the globe. For more information visit www.actioncoach.com.

About ActionCOACH Cornerstone:
ActionCOACH Cornerstone, headquartered in Duluth with a satellite office in Marietta was the second ActionCOACH Firm in North America. Established in 2003 by serial entrepreneur, author, and business catalyst, Lee Huffman, by 2004, ActionCOACH Cornerstone was recognized as an ActionCOACH firm. In 2006 they were recognized as one of the top 6 ActionCOACH firms in the world. In January, 2007 Russ Hall and John Miller joined ActionCOACH Cornerstone as Senior Partners expanding the firms reach throughout Georgia.

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Jan, 09
2007
Legal and Law

JuryTest Creates First On-Demand and Self-Service Internet Mock Trials

Author: Jury Test Networks - JuryTest.net
Dateline: Tue, 09 Jan 2007

freeNewsArticles Story Summary: “BOSTON, Mass. - Jan. 9 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- JuryTest.net, the leading provider of online mock trials since 2002, launched on-demand access to its suite of online case presentation and evaluation tools. Adding to its industry leading services, which combine audio presentations with visual evidence, JuryTest on-demand now provides unprecedented convenience and cost-savings to law firms and insurance clients.”



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Advance in technology offers lawyers on the spot evaluation of their case - and themselves - just days or hours before trial

BOSTON, Mass. - Jan. 9 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- JuryTest.net, the leading provider of online mock trials since 2002, launched on-demand access to its suite of online case presentation and evaluation tools. Adding to its industry leading services, which combine audio presentations with visual evidence, JuryTest on-demand now provides unprecedented convenience and cost-savings to law firms and insurance clients.

(c) Send2PressThe JuryTest system enables attorneys to record, edit and analyze case presentations any time of day or night. By creating the first "lawyer-driven" on demand system and removing technician and consultant costs, JuryTest has also brought the cost of pre-trial research to less than 1/20th the cost of traditional mock trials - and makes juror feedback available within minutes, rather than days or weeks.

"This brings the cost to about a twentieth of traditional mock trials, and lets lawyers do this on their schedule when the need the information most, day, night or weekend," said Adam Rosen, JuryTest CEO.

"This totally changes the decision landscape on pre-trial research," said Rosen, who said previously barriers of time, cost and inconvenience traditionally precluded pre-trial jury research in all but multi-million dollar cases.

"Instead of planning mock trials months before trial, JuryTest let's lawyers learn about the strengths of their presentations right in the thick of their preparation, even the day before trial, which is exactly when they need it," said Rosen, a lawyer and clinical psychologist.

About JuryTest.net
JuryTest enables lawyers create internet mock trials with the ease of making a phone call and a few clicks online. "We've removed the expensive facilities, consultants and jury costs, while retaining the realism of presentations in the lawyers own voice," said CEO Adam Rosen. JuryTest is the only provider of on-demand focus groups and the first to permit assessment of not only case facts but lawyer presentation style. JuryTest is used by lawyers and insurance companies nationwide to develop settlement and trial strategy and has recently used to assess litigation risk from Hurricane Katrina. JuryTest case evaluations usually cost $1,000 - $3,000, depending primarily on case-length and number of jurors.

Media inquiries, call Adam Rosen at (888) 587-9837 or visit www.jurytest.net

About the Company
JuryTest.net - Mock Trials Online at a Fraction of the Cost. Founded in 2002, JuryTest.net combines telephone and internet technology to create multimedia mock trials at a fraction of the cost of live, facility based focus groups. After a lawyer records a case argument using the JuryTest recording line (1.888.JURYTEST), the recording pops up in the lawyer's casefolder on the JuryTest website, where the lawyer can add documents, photographs or witness video and select questions for jurors to address. Jurors are drawn from any venue in the country and lawyers can compare types of jurors with one-click sorting tools.

JuryTest CEO, Adam Rosen, a lawyer and psychologist, said cases may also be presented using video or text, but reports that the telephone / audio-visual presentations are by far the most popular.

"JuryTest gives lawyers complete control over this process, so they can get case feedback whenever they want using technology they are very comfortable with, basically a telephone and a web browser," said Rosen.

JuryTest tools have also been used by major insurers to assess whole classes of litigation, including assessing litigation risk and settlement strategy in the wake of Hurricane Katrina.

Our History
JuryTest was born of Rosen's experience selling traditional mock trials in cost-conscious litigation environments, where he found resistance due to cost and time requirements. "Everyone wanted the jury feedback and loved it when they could get it, but they typically couldn't justify a $40,000 mock trial unless they had a million plus case on their hands." Rosen said that clients also found the weeks of planning for a mock trial that was often one large project a busy lawyers and litigation managers did not want to add to their schedule. "JuryTest solves the cost and convenience issue in one stroke," says Rosen.

Our Clients
JuryTest has converted many former users of in-person mock trials:

Dennis Anti, a partner at New England's Morrison, Mahoney and Miller used JuryTest to replace the regular use of in-person focus groups, which typically took weeks to plan and often took him out of the office for a full day.

"[JuryTest] is extremely convenient and shows us what jurors are confused or concerned about and helped us get those issues clarified before we stepped into the courtroom," said Anti. (Dennis Anti, 413-737-4373).

David Baria, former president of the Mississippi Trial Lawyers association learned that jurors had doubts about his case and the injuries of his client, who looked too fit to the JuryTest jurors:

"The juror reactions told me I really needed to present my client differently and show his impairments in court, rather than just have experts talk about them from the stand," said Baria, who said the information helped him obtain a verdict in excess of a million dollars. (David Baria 220-469-0785)

Patti Conrad, a long-time supervisor at one of the nation's largest medical malpractice insurance companies, has used JuryTest to estimate case value, make settlement decisions and to persuade mediators and adversaries at mediation of settlements more in line with the JuryTest results.

Conrad, a thirty-year veteran in medical malpractice claims, called JuryTest "the best tool to come along in years," (Patti Conrad 480-451-3280)

Rosen said JuryTest's role in promoting settlements may be one of its most unexplored values. "It reduces inherent inaccuracies in the case evaluation process, promotes consensus and helps all parties avoid the pain of unnecessary litigation," said Rosen. "You couldn't do this when it was a $40,000 6-week proposition," said Rosen, "but it's really a different world on the internet."

The Founder, Adam Rosen, J.D., Ph.D., Jury Consultant
Adam Rosen is an attorney and practicing clinical psychologist on the faculty of Harvard Medical School. As a jury consultant, he conducts research for clients nationwide, helping clients develop litigation strategy based on juror reaction.

Rosen created JuryTest to broaden the availability of pre-trial focus group research beyond the narrow confines of multi-million dollar litigation. Rosen also offers consultation on planning JuryTest case presentations and implementation of JuryTest results in mediation and at trial.

Rosen said that online tools like JuryTest may be changing the landscape about pre-trial jury research.

"Clients love it because it can be done on a moment's notice and the feedback is on their computer desktop often the next morning, or sooner."

"In the hey day of the $40,000 mock trial," said Rosen, "lawyers used to ask 'can we really afford the time and money to research what jurors think of this case?'"

"Now," according to Rosen, due to the changes in the speed, cost and convenience of this information "the question may be more and more 'can we really afford not to find out what jurors think of our case?'"

More Information:
Media inquiries, call Adam Rosen at (888) 587-9837 or visit www.jurytest.net

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Jan, 09
2007
Alliances and Partnerships

Retex, the Largest Corporate Purchasing Consortium in the U.S., Partners with World Business Services to Save Businesses Money

Author: World Business Services, Inc.
Dateline: Tue, 09 Jan 2007

freeNewsArticles Story Summary: “PETALUMA, Calif. - Jan. 9 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- World Business Services, Inc., founded in 1994, has contractual agreements with a myriad of vendors who provide one-of-a-kind programs designed to help businesses save money, improve efficiencies, and increase sales. By having several service providers available, World Business Services, Inc. is able to custom tailor a specific program to help any sized company, in any vocation, in the United States.”



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PETALUMA, Calif. - Jan. 9 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- World Business Services, Inc., founded in 1994, has contractual agreements with a myriad of vendors who provide one-of-a-kind programs designed to help businesses save money, improve efficiencies, and increase sales. By having several service providers available, World Business Services, Inc. is able to custom tailor a specific program to help any sized company, in any vocation, in the United States.

(c) Send2PressRetex, a non-profit buying consortium, founded by 12 major retailers in 1992, has successfully used its collective buying power of over 2,400 Member businesses to obtain special consideration from companies like World Business Services, Inc. Retex Members purchased over $90 billion dollars worth of goods and services from their exclusive service providers.

Membership in Retex is Free, without obligation, and is available to any business who sells its products or services to any consumer. When Retex Members subscribe to any Retex vendors services, they receive an ongoing rebate and possibly a year-end dividend, from Retex,

In being selected as an exclusive service provider of Retex, World Business Services, Inc. has identified over a dozen new cost reduction programs that will help Retex Members save money.

Some of these unique programs include:
1) A program to maximize recovery on a Federal Excise Tax Rebate on Retex Members 2006 tax return, 2) Programs that provide rebates and recovery to both Leased Property and Commercial Property owners, 3) Phone programs that either cut costs with the existing local service provider, or provide free local phone calls, 4) Guaranteed cost reduction on credit card processing through authorized vendors, and new types of payment cards that increase loyalty and generate new customers, 5) Risk free auditors who can identify past recovery on business insurance, such as Worker's Compensation, as well as an advocacy program to reduce insurance premiums without displacing the existing Agent or Broker, 6) Identifying Employee Tax Credits and Sales and Use Tax Credits, 7) Elimination of bank re-deposit fees of checks, and elimination of costs from Employee Lost or Stolen Payroll Checks, 8) A Phone Audit to identify past overcharges and to obtain cost savings without changing existing service providers, 9) Free Credit Card processing equipment for any size business, 10) Accepting checks like a credit card, shipping C.O.D. without risk, and being able to take guarantee payment on all Internet, Mail Order, and/or fax sales at the time of the sale, where the customer is not present, so that the products can be shipped immediately to the customers without risk.

For more information about how to obtain a Free Membership in Retex, contact Retex Member Services at 800-99-RETEX, or membercare @retex.com. Their web site is www.retex.com.

More information on World Business Services, Inc.: www.worldbusinessservices.com.

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Jan, 08
2007
General Editorial

Think Pink Snow

Author: Pink Paddles
Dateline: Mon, 08 Jan 2007

freeNewsArticles Story Summary: “GRAND MARAIS, Minn. - Jan. 8 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Hope for snow and look for pink at this year's John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon. In an effort to raise awareness for breast cancer the Blacks from Black Magic Kennels started a dog adoption program. They have partnered with Susan Prom of Pink Paddles and through their partnership they hope to raise $1200 for the National Breast Care Foundation.”



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Snow is good for the Beargrease and thinking pink is even better for those affected by breast cancer

GRAND MARAIS, Minn. - Jan. 8 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Hope for snow and look for pink at this year's John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon (beargrease.com). In an effort to raise awareness for breast cancer the Blacks from Black Magic Kennels (blackmagickennels.com) started a dog adoption program. They have partnered with Susan Prom of Pink Paddles (pinkpaddles.com) and through their partnership they hope to raise $1200 for the National Breast Care Foundation.

(c) Send2PressMost John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon race enthusiasts are thinking white for this year's race but a few are thinking Pink. Due to the lack of good snow cover on most of the route the start date may have to be re-scheduled from January 28th to February 25th. Whether or not the weather cooperates is only a small concern for racers Mark and Mary Black from Black Magic Kennels. They are hoping for white stuff but are quite content thinking pink for this year's race.

Mark and Mary Black are the owners and operators of Black Magic Kennels. The two of them have run the John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon a combined total of 15 times with Mark taking the championship in 2004. This year something will be different about the dog team Mark will be racing with. When you see his dog team at the check points they will be wearing pink jackets.

When someone adopts a sled dog from Black Magic Kennels they will be helping save a life. Mary excitedly says, "A portion of each adoption fee will be donated to Pink Paddles and the person who adopts a dog will not only get the pink jacket but will also make a difference in the fight against breast cancer."

While race aficionados may be thinking white for this year's John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon getting people to think pink all year long will help the millions of people affected by breast cancer.

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