Celestron Prepares for Two Rare and Exciting Celestial Events

Torrance, CA, May 17, 2012 –(PR.com)– Celestron, a leading designer and manufacturer of award-winning innovative products for the astronomy, science and outdoor markets, recently released two new solar observing telescopes to help you enjoy the annular eclipse of the Sun on May 20th and transit of Venus June 5th and 6th.

The annular eclipse on May 20th will offer observers a rare and spectacular view as the Moon passes directly between the Sun and Earth. Although the Moon will pass directly in front of the Sun, it will not totally block it out because its orbit will be further away from Earth making its apparent diameter smaller than the Sun. As a result, at mid-eclipse, the Sun will appear as an annulus, also called a Ring of Fire. Visible in the western part of the United States, it will be the first central eclipse of the 21st century in the continental USA, and also the first annular eclipse in the US since the solar eclipse of May 10, 1994.

Among the rarest of planetary alignments, the transit of Venus takes place in the US on June 5th. The entire transit will be visible across western North America and Hawaii and will be the last opportunity for most to view this magnificent event in their lifetime. Only six transits of Venus have happened since the invention of the telescope. Occurring in pairs, with eight years separating the two events and more than a century between the pair of transits. The first transit of this century’s pair took place in June 2004, prior to that the last transit was in December 1882 and the next transit will not take place until December 2117! This is a very rare event and should not be missed!

In celebration of these spectacular events, Celestron is introducing two new solar edition telescope packages to make your observations easy. Solar Observer 60 and Solar Observer 70 are easy to use, include a solar filter for safe observing and are compact enough to take to your favorite viewing location. You can use these versatile telescopes for solar viewing during the day and star-gazing at night.

Model Overview:
- Solar Observer 60 Telescope – Easy, no tool set-up 60 mm telescope, with solar filter and full-height tripod. Ideal for land and sky observing. Retail: $79.95
- Solar Observer 70 Telescope – 60 mm telescope, full-height tripod and solar filter fit inside the custom backpack for easy traveling and storage. Ideal for land and sky observing. Retail: $99.95

“These grand celestial events are rare and magnificent to behold,” said Celestron CEO, Joseph A. Lupica, Jr. “Encouraging the public to experience these events provides Celestron with the opportunity to accomplish its mission; to educate and inspire people to look up and enjoy the sky.”

Visit Celestron’s website and Facebook page to access more information about our two new Solar Observer models and learn interesting facts about these exciting 2012 celestial events; you can even upload images and share stories of your observations and experiences. Join Celestron in the excitement and create your own memories of this occasion. Are you prepared? Visit www.celestron.com/astronomy for more information.

About Celestron
Since designing its first telescope in 1960, Celestron has grown to become the world’s leading telescope maker, and enjoys brand name recognition for superior optics, outstanding design, and innovative technology. For five decades, Celestron has been recognized as a leading designer, manufacturer and importer of high-quality products that support the astronomy, science and outdoor markets. Celestron’s innovative products continue to receive numerous industry and consumer media accolades, adding to an already impressive list that includes awards for product innovation from Reader’s Digest, Popular Science, PC Magazine, Popular Mechanics, Sky & Telescope, the Consumer Electronics Association and more. Celestron sells and markets its products worldwide through a variety of specialty retail outlets and international distributors. Celestron is a privately held company with corporate offices and manufacturing facilities, in Torrance, CA. For more information about Celestron please visit www.celestron.com.

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Celestron
Michelle Meskill
310-328-9560 ext. 205
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www.celestron.com

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Ranked #1 – Practice Velocity EMR by KLAS Research for Urgent Care

Machesney Park, IL, May 17, 2012 –(PR.com)– According to KLAS, estimates suggest 9,000 urgent care centers exist today in America, with approximately 86% indicating plans for additional locations, larger facilities, or simply increased volume. Urgent care centers select from a host of EMR options, including best-of-breed systems, EDIS solutions, or ambulatory offerings. KLAS interviewed 76 urgent care organizations to determine what types of urgent care EMR solutions are best meeting providers' needs, focusing on best-of-breed vendors which included Practice Velocity.

“All providers that KLAS has spoken with reported that Practice Velocity is a product that they would buy again. Even with requests for product development, clients remain committed and optimistic that Practice Velocity will deliver on expectations, specifically citing vendor communication and ease of physician documentation,” reports Eric Bermudez, from KLAS.

"We are delighted and honored to have our users rate VelociDoc so highly," said David Stern, MD, Practice Velocity CEO. "We will add additional features this year to make the system even more efficient for urgent care physicians."

About Practice Velocity

Practice Velocity, LLC, is the leading supplier of software and electronic medical records (EMR) for urgent care centers. In addition to operating the largest billing service company for urgent care, Practice Velocity provides EMR, medical coding, online patient registration, and practice management software to more than 800 urgent care centers in 49 states. For more information, go to www.practicevelocity.com.

About KLAS

KLAS is a research firm specializing in monitoring and reporting the performance of healthcare vendors. KLAS measures performance of software, professional services, medical equipment, and infrastructure vendors. For more information, go to www.KLASresearch.com, email [email protected], or call 1-800-920-4109 to speak with a KLAS representative. Follow KLAS on Twitter at www.twitter.com/KLASresearch.

Media Contact for Practice Velocity:

Jim McIlroy
Director of Business Development
Practice Velocity, LLC
10100 Forest Hills Rd. |Machesney Park, Il. 61115
815.986.1620 (o) | 815.544.7485 (f)
[email protected]

Media Contact for KLAS:

Andrea Morrill
Marketing
801.734.1591
[email protected]

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Practice Velocity
Jim McIlroy
815-986-1620
Contact via Email
www.practicevelocity.com

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DUECO, Inc. “Transfers” Extend Bucket Truck and Digger Derrick Life, with Savings of 35-40% vs. Buying New

Waukesha, WI, May 17, 2012 –(PR.com)– Waukesha based DUECO, Inc., the largest privately owned provider of Terex Hi-Ranger bucket trucks and Terex Telelect digger derricks in the country, can extend the life of equipment by marrying up a new or gently used chassis with a new or gently used attachment. Such transfers, performed by DUECO expert service teams across the country, can provide savings of 35-40% over buying new and are ideal when:

· A tower has relatively low hours of utilization on a high mileage chassis that has become expensive to maintain or is past its useful life.

· A chassis is in good shape, but the tower has become expensive to maintain.

With today’s tight budgets and pressure to maximize the utilization of every piece of equipment, transferring or retrofitting equipment from one vehicle to another is more viable than ever. DUECO can help prolong digger derrick or bucket truck life cycle while also upgrading to newer technology at a fraction of the cost compared to purchasing a new unit.

DUECO can transfer a used or new tower to a used or new chassis. It can also source an aerial, derrick or chassis, and add new features like LED lighting to improve equipment productivity and operator safety. DUECO’s experienced, factory trained and Fluid Power Certified technicians perform all transfers using OEM parts.

DUECO Inc. President, Judie Taylor commented, “Our team has a passion for taking care of customers to Make A Difference in their operations. A 'Transfer' can truly make an immediate difference for a customer, bringing greater productivity to the fleet and extending the usefulness of the equipment investment, while reducing maintenance costs associated with older, worn equipment.”

For more information on the specifics of Transfers, please see http://dueco.com/service-and-training/service/transfers.html or contact your DUECO representative today.

About DUECO, Inc.
DUECO is the largest provider of Terex bucket trucks, digger derricks, and cranes for the utility market in the nation. DUECO also manufactures hybrid utility trucks and custom utility truck bodies and distributes mini derricks, aerial lifts, stringing equipment and trailers. Family owned and operated since 1955, DUECO’s philosophy of teamwork, integrity, and open communication with customers and employees ensures high quality equipment at the best value. With headquarters in the Metro Milwaukee area, DUECO services customers 24/7 in fifteen states. To learn more about DUECO and what the company can offer, please call us at 800-558-4004 or visit us on the web at dueco.com.

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Dueco, Inc.
Louise Hermsen
800-558-4004
Contact via Email
Direct Email: [email protected]
Direct Phone: 262-547-8500 x8212
Company Twitter: www.twitter.com/Dueco

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Green House Data to Serve on Panel at IMN’s NY Financing, Investing & Real Estate Development for Data Centers Conference

Cheyenne, WY, May 17, 2012 –(PR.com)– Green House Data, a leading data center service provider highly regarded for their energy efficient strategies in both cloud hosting and colocation solutions, announced today that their President, Shawn Mills, has been selected as a featured panel member during a session at Information Management Network’s (IMN) Forum for “Financing, Investing & Real Estate Development for Data Centers.”

The panel will be discussing the return on investment that companies might expect when opting to build or retrofit a data center to meet a more sustainable business model. Mr. Mills will be sharing the latest in green data center technologies and will discuss their own experience of being a highly energy efficient data center that is powered completely by renewable wind power.

Additional panel members include:

· Jon Inaba, Director, Power Management Solutions, Raritan, inc.
· Mike Byrnes, Executive Vice President & General Manager, SourceOne
· John Hoekstra, Directory of Sustainability, Summit Energy
· Dann McKeraghan, Vice President of Sales, Vycon Energy

“Its an honor to have been chosen by IMN as a panel member discussing the topic of energy efficient data centers and the paybacks they can offer,” stated Shawn Mills, President of Green House Data. "In addition to participating with such a distinguished panel, we’re glad to see so many companies looking for more ways to improve their data center efficiency. We’re excited to share our experience on both the environmental impact and how our green technologies and design have made a tremendous reduction to our power usage, thus dramatically lowering our energy bills."

This conference is designed to discuss the current economic environment faced by data center owners, operators and financiers so they can stay abreast on the important topics and trends within the industry. The event will take place at the Marriott New York Downtown on May 23-24, 2012.

“At a time when more companies are seeing the positive ROI when improving data center efficiency, we’re very pleased to offer this discussion panel,” stated Steven Glener, with IMN. "Green House Data will be able to offer their expertise regarding the considerations an organization must evaluate before deciding to green their data centers. Their research in the available technologies for cooling, power and facility design will be a great addition to our agenda."

About Green House Data:

Green House Data is an SSAE 16, Type II compliant data center offering premium cloud hosting and colocation services without the high price tag. The facility is powered entirely by renewable wind energy and operates 40% more energy efficiently than traditional data centers. Additional solutions available include managed servers, managed storage, dedicated infrastructure, disaster recovery and offsite backup. Learn more at http://www.greenhousedata.com/.

About IMN:

Since 1994, IMN has presented executive level conferences of the highest quality to the institutional finance and investment markets worldwide, each one a carefully packaged event combining excellent educational sessions with ideal networking opportunities. With approximately eighty conferences now held in over thirty cities across the globe, IMN has become a leading global provider of information. For more information, please visit http://www.imn.org/.

Contact Information:
Green House Data
Kristen Feichtner
866.995.3282
Contact via Email
www.greenhousedata.com

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Lawline.com, Among Best Companies to Work for in New York

New York, NY, May 17, 2012 –(PR.com)– Lawline.com has once again been recognized for its innovative and unique work atmosphere. The company is pleased to announce its reception as one of the top twelve places to work in New York State by the New York State Society for Human Resources. The award follows Lawline.com's previous recognition in 2010, where it was named by Crain's magazine as the #21 best place to work in New York City.

Lawline.com runs on a series of company core values which resonate in each of its employees, faculty members and customers. The recent award, which evaluates and ranks the best places of employment in the state based on an employee survey and informational questionnaire, is a reflection of what Lawline.com knows to be true: work should be meaningful and fun.

Lawline.com CEO David Schnurman (@davidschnurman) commented, “We pride ourselves on our core values," says Lawline.com CEO. "It drives us as a company to innovate, create better results every day and have fun in the process."

The company's core values – actively learning, seeking creative solutions, taking time to help others, exuding optimism and driven to find a better way – continue to differentiate it as one of the most creative and culture-oriented workplaces in New York.

For more information on the Lawline.com's company culture, please visit www.careers.lawline.com

About Lawline.com

Headquartered in the financial district of downtown Manhattan, Lawline.com is a national Online Continuing Legal Education (CLE) provider. CLE is mandatory in most states for attorneys and Lawline.com currently provides courses in 44 states. With millions of courses viewed, Lawline.com’s 35 employees cater to attorneys, accountants and other professionals across the country.

Lawline.com was recently named #21 Best Places to Work in New York City by Crain's and a finalist in Best Practices in Customer Service and Sales and Marketing by New York Enterprise Report. In 2011 Lawline.com received an award for Human Resources and Leadership by the New York Enterprise Report. Our success has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Entrepreneur, & Forbes.com.

www.lawline.com
www.twitter.com/lawline
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Jeff Reekers
646-448-3275
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www.lawline.com

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Eos Group Announces the 2012 Release of the High Voltage Database

Scottsdale, AZ, May 17, 2012 –(PR.com)– Today Eos Group, Inc. announces the 2012 update to their High Voltage Database. The High Voltage Database is designed for use with Sage Timberline Office Estimating. The database supports construction cost estimating for utilities, owners, design engineers, and contractors in the areas of electrical transmission and distribution, and heavy industrial electrical systems.

Using the High Voltage Database, new clients can estimate a transmission line or a complete substation in under an hour. Existing clients can take advantage of 9 new alternate labor productivity tables for different installation considerations, as well as enhancements to in-plant conduit and wiring, which includes more choices and hazardous area wiring.

About Eos Group, Inc.:
Eos Group, Inc. focuses on enterprise cost estimating and helps engineering and construction firms design, develop, and implement packaged and custom estimating solutions. With a combination of unique products and some of the top consultants in the industry, Eos Group assists companies with the implementation of enterprise systems that couple historical cost data with a standardized approach to produce accurate, defensible estimates. Eos’ solutions target seasoned estimators and project engineers in all market sectors. For more than a decade, Eos Group has built relationships with trusted names in the industry by focusing on the integration of systems and processes within each organization.

Contact Information:
Eos Group, Inc.
Heather Crahan
703-327-4668
Contact via Email
www.eosgroup.com

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IonSense Presenting OpenSpot Mass Spectrometry™ at the American Society for Mass Spectrometry Annual Conference

Saugus, MA, May 17, 2012 –(PR.com)– IonSense, Inc. will be presenting the powerful OpenSpot Mass Spectrometry™ technology at the upcoming American Society for Mass Spectrometry Annual Conference in Vancouver, BC Canada May 21-24, 2012. The OpenSpot technology provides for rapid analysis of raw materials, formulations, reaction products, and unknown materials without sample preparation. The simple OpenSpot™ Sample Cards are used for sampling, transfer to the lab, and analysis. Designed for streamlined analysis, the use of OpenSpot Sample Cards eliminates the need to dissolve samples in solvents and transfer to and from sample containers, doing away with costly consumables associated with other open-access methods.

The featured products are the ID-CUBE® Source for rapid feedback on synthetic compounds and the DART®-OS Source for sampling solvents as well as other non-traditional samples such as leaves, textiles, plastics, or sample collection devices such as SPME fibers or swabs.

Sample preparation for the OpenSpot products involves deposition of 1 – 2 microliters of liquid or a few grains of solid directly on the screen of the OpenSpot Sample Card. The card-based sampling process eliminates the most common step in chemical analysis, the need to put the right amount of sample in the right kind of solvent to get the analysis to work. According to Brian Musselman, IonSense President and CEO, “With the increased complexity of our supply chains, the risk of poor quality materials entering our products and food supply are increasing. OpenSpot Mass Spectrometry has the ability to rapidly screen for these contaminants and fraudulent materials.”

The OpenSpot Mass Spectrometry products will be exhibited in the IonSense booth 57 at the ASMS Annual Conference at the Vancouver Convention Center, Vancouver, BC Canada May 20-24.

The company will also host its annual DART Forum on Tuesday morning, May 22 at 7AM in the Vancouver Convention Center. Industry experts and academic leaders will present results from a diverse range of applications including pesticide screening, biofuels, and adulterated products. Registration and the agenda can be seen at dart-ms.eventbrite.com

Additionally at the Conference, over 30 presentations will demonstrate the application of DART mass spectrometry to problems in many areas such as:

Forensic toxicology analyses
Marker compounds in herbal medicines
Rapid screening for pesticides
Adulterated edible oils
Crude oil Analysis
Monitoring fermentation and manufacturing
Polymeric packaging contaminants
Reaction monitoring in the pharmaceutical industry
Glycosaminoglycans in medical device
Screening and identification of traditional Chinese medicinal herbs

About IonSense, Inc.
IonSense, Inc. (www.ionsense.com) is a Massachusetts-based company providing OpenSpot Mass Spectrometry™ solutions to the fields of food safety, forensics, drug development, and chemical analysis. They manufacture and develop direct analysis in real time (DART®) and atmospheric solids analysis probe (ASAP™) technology. The company provides sources and accessories for JEOL, ThermoFisher, Agilent, AB SCIEX, Bruker, Shimadzu, and Waters mass spectrometers. IonSense products including DART and ASAP technologies are distributed in Europe by KR Analytical Ltd, in China by ASPEC Technologies, in Japan by AMR Inc., in India by Orochem India, in Korea by Omics Biotech, in Canada by VBM Consulting Ltd., and in Israel by Mercury Scientific.

Contact Information:
IonSense, Inc.
Brian Musselman
(781) 484-1043
Contact via Email
www.ionsense.com

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1,000,000+ Visitors in 30 Days – Social Marketing Avengers Partner with NoDepositCasinoOnline.com to Reverse Engineer Social Elements

San Fransico, CA, May 17, 2012 –(PR.com)– 1,000,000+ visitors in 30 days! Superheroes of the online casino industry partner with NoDepositCasinoOnline.com to look at out of the box ways to better engage players via social media.

Facebook Like this, Tweet that, Pinterest this, Google+ that… Social media overload is killing marketing strategy effectiveness… It’s time to call in The Avengers of social marketing.

"Yes, 1,000,000+ visitors in 30 days is a bold statement to make for a small affiliate marketing firm," said Amber Bertolli, PR Manager based in Hong Kong. But being out spoken & the underdog is nothing new for this team of serial entrepreneurs, who in less than 24 months have become one of the rising stars in the super competitive & sometimes cut throat world of affiliate marketing.

Partnering with the so called Avengers Superheroes of social media / viral marketing – Iron Man (Scott P.), Thor (Tim W.), Captain America (James C.) and the Hulk (Colin W.), NoDepositCasinoOnline.com looks to reverse engineer the social elements that turned the viral www.icanhascheezburger.com network into a 500 million page views per month mega site.

“It’s about understanding, what are the physiological and emotional triggers that entice casino players to initially sign up to a no deposit casino & more importantly what keeps them there,” said Martine, Marketing Manager. “Our goal is to be an authoritative portal website when it comes to anything related to Online Casinos… call us if you will, the future wikipedia for casino players.”

Website: http://www.nodepositcasinoonline.com

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Relvo Ltd
Amber Bertolli
+852 8198 0010
Contact via Email
www.nodepositcasinoonline.com

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Industry Pros Continue Migration to WallachBeth Capital; More New Hires for Go-To Execution Experts

New York, NY, May 17, 2012 –(PR.com)– WallachBeth Capital LLC (“WB”), the institutional brokerage/execution firm specializing in exchange-traded funds (ETFs), equities and options, announced its further expansion with the recent hiring of Jennica Ross, who will oversee strategic client relationships, and options and merger arbitrage specialist Randy Sharringhausen. Both Ms. Ross and Mr. Sharringhausen will report to WallachBeth’s senior principals, CEO Michael Wallach and President/COO David Beth.

Ms. Ross was most recently a Director for the Strategic Relations Group at Guggenheim Funds Distributors, Inc. and previously, Director, Equity Syndicates Sales/Marketing for UBS Financial Services. Ms. Ross came to the Industry in 2003, immediately upon graduating from Princeton University.

Mr. Sharringhausen is a 17-year industry veteran who began his career as an options market-maker at the American Stock Exchange, and later became head of New York floor trading for Knight Capital Group. He joins WallachBeth from institutional options brokerage and research firm Capstone Global Markets, where he was a co-founder.

According to Michael Wallach, co-founder and CEO, “The continued expansion of our bench reflects not only the sustained growth of our client base, but more important, our ongoing commitment to exceeding client expectations whenever dealing with our firm. Jennica will play a critical role coordinating relationships on behalf of each of our ETF, institutional options and special situations trading desks, while Randy will add yet a further degree of depth for clients that depend on us for option market and arbitrage strategy implementation.”

About WallachBeth Capital LLC
WallachBeth Capital LLC operates on a fully-disclosed, agency-only basis while serving the needs of institutional fund managers, premiere hedge funds, sell-side trading desks, and sophisticated professionals trading in the wide-spectrum of ETFs, exchange-listed and OTC equity options, listed and OTC equities, and non-US equities. WallachBeth is a member of FINRA, SIPC, ARCA, CBSX, and ISE. The firm’s website is located at www.WallachBeth.com.

Contact Information:
JLC Group
Jay Berkman
203.255.0034
Contact via Email

http://www.jlcgroup.net

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Tamara Cross is Presenting at California Mobilehome Park Seminar on 5/17/2012

San Diego, CA, May 17, 2012 –(PR.com)– Tamara Cross has been chosen to be the real estate attorney representative for the panel at the WMA's Seminar titled "Rule the Right Way."

The rules and regulations of a manufactured home community are often the most frequently referred to, analyzed, and interpreted documents in the community. Some community owners and operators believe that the rules and regulations are among the most important documents governing the landlord-resident relationship. With governmental regulations and statutes controlling so many aspects of our industry, many community owners and operators look to the community rules and regulations as the last available means through which the community operator's long-term goals can be accomplished.

Along with Tamara Cross, Jack Kerin, an expert consultant after decades of working for HCD, will present insider knowledge on all that is HCD, including parks under local area enforcement, understanding which codes apply to your community, how to prepare for an inspection, understanding when you need an expert, and how to gain resident support for code compliance. Jack will be joined by an industry attorney and a management expert to make sure your burning questions are answered.

The MCM Series Seminar will take place Thursday, May 17th, 2012 at the Hilton San Diego Mission Valley located at the following address:
901 Camino Del Rio South
San Diego, CA 02108
619-543-9000

Tamara Cross has been very involved in the WMA's MCM Seminar Series throughout the years which provides manufactured housing mangers and owners with valuable information regarding properly handling any issues the come up.

About Tamara Cross:

Tamara Cross is the managing attorney and founder of The Cross Law Firm, APC based in San Diego, CA. Tamara Cross has earned an outstanding reputation for representing owners of manufactured housing communities, mobile home parks and RV parks throughout the region.

Contact Information:
The Cross Law Firm, APC
Tamara Cross
(619) 296-0567
Contact via Email
www.tamaracross.com
www.crosslawfirmapc.com

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Keeping Ahead in the Medical Device Sector

New York, NY, May 17, 2012 – (ACN Newswire) – “Medical device industry executives often develop products that are deemed safe and effective by the FDA, but that do not sell as they are not reimbursable,” says Donald DeLauder, Executive Director – Corporate Innovation, Bayer Radiology and Interventional. They must spend more time on developing their products, he adds.

The chairman at the upcoming marcus evans Medical Device Manufacturing Summit Spring 2012 and Medical Device R&D Summit Spring 2012, DeLauder shares his views on product development and the complex regulatory environment.

- How can executives in this industry ensure that their products are reimbursable?

Medical device industry executives often develop products that are deemed safe and effective by the FDA, but that do not sell as they are not reimbursable. This means that companies are spending time and money on developing products that go nowhere. It is crucial to take the time to get the data right and understand the reimbursement path. Although they aim to get to market faster, there is much more to it than simply developing the technology.

Unfortunately, very little has been done in terms of improving the research and development (R&D) process. Product data management tools, for example, help organize information, but they have also allowed processes to become more complex and inefficient.

- What are the regulatory concerns that medical device industry executives are currently facing? How can they be prepared for what lies ahead?

Over the past 20 years, the industry has evolved immensely; however, there are complex challenges with regulations. Gaining 510(k) approvals is becoming a difficult task, and is driving companies away from the US market.

The industry is troubled with the difficult economic environment, and very few venture capitalists are investing in early stage opportunities. There is not enough capital to fund the increased requirements in the regulatory space for early stage companies. It is a tough environment, and medical device executives must spend time trying to improve R&D, launch, and commercialization processes.

- With globalization being a major trend in the industry, what does it take to prosper in today’s competitive marketplace?

The US market is facing intense competition from countries that are producing sophisticated medical devices at lower costs, and of the same, or at least sufficient, quality. Although emerging markets are not typically direct competition, they do hold large opportunities due to the phenomenal growth rates of up to 15 per cent, which is tremendous compared to the US, Europe and Japan.

Organizations must change their mindset and become more connective. If they want to be successful in emerging markets, they probably have to do it by developing products in those markets.

- What is your outlook for the future?

Medical device industry executives will begin to see more interaction between devices, which provide opportunities and complicates development and approval. Generally, digital technologies keep getting faster and cheaper, and from a mechanical perspective there will be more miniaturization.

Manufacturers must stay focused on the clinical environment and their customers’ needs. It is crucial for them to spend more time in the clinical environment, learning rather than selling, as devices have got to become more effective for better patient outcomes.


For more information please send an email to [email protected] or visit the event websites below:

Medical Device Manufacturing Summit Spring 2012:
www.medicalmanufacturingsummit.com/DonaldDeLauderInterview

Medical Device R&D Summit Spring 2012: www.medicalrdsummit.com/DonaldDeLauderInterview

marcus evans group – manufacturing sector portal – http://tiny.cc/FWbg2b

Please note that the Summit is a closed business event and the number of participants strictly limited.

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Heng Xin China Proposed a New Joint Venture Company to Develop a Digital Cable TV Broadcasting Network in Rural Areas in Anhui Provinc

Hong Kong, May 17, 2012 – (ACN Newswire) – Heng Xin China Holdings Limited (“Heng Xin China”/”the Group”)(SEHK: 8046) today announced that Shenzhen Champion Maxiumic Group Co., Ltd. (“Shenzhen Champion”), a wholly owned subsidiary of the Company, and Anhui Radio and Television Information Network Co., Ltd. (“ARTINCL”) entered into a letter of intent for the proposed establishment of a new joint venture company in Anhui province. The Joint Venture is targeted to achieve subscriber base of the digital cable television of not less than 3 million in Anhui province within the next three years.

The Joint Venture will principally engage in the design, construction, development, operation, charge and maintenance of the digital cable television broadcasting network in rural areas in the whole Anhui province in China. The details of the Joint Venture such as the total investment, registered capital, forms of capital contributions, shareholding and composition of the board of directors are yet to be determined. It is expected that Shenzhen Champion will be responsible for the operation of the JointVenture.

Mr. Xiao Yan, Chief Executive Officer of the Group said, “To adapt to the national ‘Three Networks Integration’ policies, the Group has been transforming from a wireless digital television equipment integrator to an operator of television broadcasting integrated businesses since 2010. We are glad to establish a new joint venture company with ARTINCL. This will increase the Group’s operational efficiency in its cable digital television business and provide an opportunity for the Group to access greater resources especially financial resources. The Group is also able to further expand its operational scale in cable digital television business in Anhui province and gain more significant prominence in the PRC broadcasting infrastructure platform and increase its revenue and profit in the future.”

At present, the project has been launched in Huainan City and Suzhou City of Anhui province. The target subscriber base developed in Huainan City is not less than 100,000 by 2013 and 250,000 by 2015. The target subscriber base developed in Suzhou City is not less than 100,000 by 2013, 150,000 by 2014 and 250,000 by 2015.

ARTINCL is a subsidiary of Anhui Television Broadcasts and Media Industry Group Co., Ltd. (“Anhui TVB”), a state-owned company in Anhui province. ARTINCL is the sole cable television network constructor and operator in Anhui province which owns 4,500 km network covering all cities and counties across the Anhui province, connecting the four million users in the province and providing e-commerce, education, finance, lifestyle information and other information service to subscribers. Since 2010, the Group has started to cooperate with ARTINCL and Anhui TVB to create the digital cable television twoway interactive network and jointly develop and operate the value-added services for the existing subscribers of ARTINCL for 12 years (from the launch of the value-added services in each administrative areas) in return for the value-added services revenue sharing.

With the business expansion and active operation in 2011, the Group has already obtained the operation rights on 9.2 million cable television subscribers in such provinces as Jiangxi, Anhui, Hebei and Shanxi for a term of 12 to 15 years, and the operation rights on the wireless television business in Hebei province. The Group has fully completed its transformation, and has established its position as an operator of television broadcasting integrated businesses in the industry. For the nine months ended 31 March 2012, the revenue from digital cable television business amounted to approximately HK$112.1 million, representing an increase of approximately 57% over the same period last year.

The Group has achieved stable progress for its network construction project in the integration of the three networks and greater than expected revenue for the digital cable television operational business in rural areas. The revenue comprised operational revenues from basic subscription and other value added technology as well as market service income arising from the 1,000,000 subscribers of the Hebei rural television network and sales of digital cable television business related products. The basic network construction for 400,000 subscribers of broadcasting television in the rural areas is underway and expected to be completed in the first half of 2012.

The Group’s existing operation right on value-added business covers areas such as Anhui and Nanchang of Jiangxi province. The Group has signed contracts on establishment and operation of value-added business for 5.5 million cable television subscribers. In Hebei province and Datong of Shanxi province, the Group has signed contracts on establishment and operation of basic television business for 3.7 million cable television subscribers. During the first quarter of 2012, the Group has completed the building of platform and testing for the 301 remote medical treatment project and the Group will enjoy the revenue from such project very soon.

AboutHeng Xin China Holdings Limited

Heng Xin China (HKSE:8046) is a leading technology and infrastructure provider for digital television broadcasting in China. The principal activities of the Group are engaged in digital cable television business, wireless digital terrestrial television network equipment integrated business, wireless digital television value added services, research, design, development on and manufacturing of electronic message security products, integrated circuits, and the integrated circuit solutions and the related services. Please visit www.hengxinchina.com.hk.

Contact :

JOVIAN Financial Communications Ltd
Angel Yeung
Tel: +852 2581 0168
Fax: +852 2854 2012
Email: [email protected]

Setting a Clear Mission Statement to Ensure a LTC Facility’s Success

New York, NY, May 17, 2012 – (ACN Newswire) – Many organizations today do not utilize their mission, vision and values statements as they should, according to Andrew Carle, Executive-in-Residence, Program in Senior Housing Administration, George Mason University. As a result, employees may be working at cross purposes to the organization’s actual strategy, says Carle.

A speaker at the upcoming marcus evans Long-Term Care CXO Summit Spring 2012, in Florida, 16-17 July, Carle discusses how long-term care (LTC) and nursing facilities can strengthen organizational performance.

George Mason University students have evaluated the mission statements of over 200 organizations. How have they done this and what were the key findings related to the LTC industry?

We have applied what we call the “Clarity” and “Carried Out” tests to the mission statements of everything from Senior Housing, to Government agencies, to Fortune 500 companies. What we have learned is that the overwhelming majority are not using their mission statement to drive overall strategy, which is supposed to be its purpose. From that the students also learn how to accomplish this use, as well as how to write a statement employees can understand and apply in their daily work.

In many organizations, we also notice that the mission, vision and value statements are mixed up, when they should be three distinct statements. So we teach students specifically how they are different, and how to write statements for each purpose.

- What impact does this have on the performance of the organization and its employees?

Having a clear mission statement, let alone values and vision statements, puts everyone on the same page, working towards the same goals. But they have to make sense and be easily understood. The best organizations use their mission statement as foundational to everything they do – not just post it on the bulletin board because it looks nice. This is especially important in Senior Housing where the people (employees) are essentially the product.

- As the number of people over the age of 65 increases, what issues will this present and how can facilities prepare for it?

We are facing critical shortages in available long term care/senior care workers. But by 2030, when the last of the Boomers retires, there will be 35 million more jobs in the US than people to fill them, so the problem is only going to get worse. We know that having a clear mission and purpose leads to happier employees and lower turnover. So a good mission statement can ultimately mean the difference between competitive advantage or no competitive advantage on this issue.

- What opportunities can LTC facilities capitalize on today to enhance their mission?

Technology is presenting the healthcare industry with the opportunity to enhance mission by making existing staff more productive.

There is also value in developing niche communities that target a particular segment of the population. With 78 million Boomers, there are enough people to build communities that serve the interests of a variety of different groups, cultures, and interests..

- If technology can help with staff shortage, how will facilities ensure they remain patient-centered?

Technology can help residents feel less dependent on staff and more able to enjoy the activities and other benefits of living in the community. So technology can improve overall resident satisfaction as well as employee satisfaction.

- Any final thoughts?

Value your employees; regardless of technology or niche, at the end of the day they really are your product. Anything you can do to help them not only see but be active participates in your overall mission is good business strategy.


About the Long-Term Care CXO Summit Spring 2012

This unique forum will take place at the Hyatt Regency Bonaventure, Weston, Florida, 16-17 July 2012. Offering much more than any conference, exhibition or trade show, this exclusive meeting will bring together esteemed industry thought leaders and solution providers to a highly focused and interactive networking event. The Summit includes presentations on the Health Care Reform, innovative quality improvement, and staff recruitment and retention strategies. For more information please send an email to [email protected] or visit the event website at www.longtermcaresummit.com/AndrewCarleInterview

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Please note that the Summit is a closed business event and the number of participants strictly limited.

Aboutmarcus evans Summits

marcus evans Summits are high level business forums for the world’s leading decision-makers to meet, learn and discuss strategies and solutions. Held at exclusive locations around the world, these events provide attendees with a unique opportunity to individually tailor their schedules of keynote presentations, think tanks, seminars and one-on-one business meetings. For more information, please visit www.marcusevans.com.

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LBi Appoints Adrian Farouk as MD of Australia – Appointment Strengthens LBi’s Presence in Asia-Pacific Region

Sydney, May 17, 2012 – (ACN Newswire) – Global marketing and technology agency LBi has appointed Adrian Farouk to the position of Managing Director of Australia.

With over 14 years of international business experience Adrian has worked with a wide range of leading global brands, including Orange, Nokia, Telstra, Nickelodeon, FOXTEL, Unilever and Ferrero.

He joins LBi from leading Australian digital agency Deepend, where he has worked for the last eight years, most recently as Group Strategy Director.

In his new role, Adrian will be responsible for strengthening LBi’s global proposition by supporting its international client base expansion into Australia and the Asia Pacific region, as well as nuturing homegrown Australian brands.

LBi opened its office in Sydney last year as part of its ongoing global expansion. Adrian’s appointment reflects the increasing demand for LBi’s blended approach to digital marketing in the region.

Laurent Ezekiel, Worldwide Client Services Director at LBi, said: “Australia is an incredibly important market for LBi and since opening our doors in the region last year we’ve seen demand for our services rocket. Adrian’s appointment reflects our growing presence in Australia and gives LBi the platform to provide our blended range of services across the Asia Pacific region.”

Adrian Farouk, Managing Director of LBi in Australia said: “LBi has a huge reputation in delivering digital campaigns that blend cutting edge techniques and insight to deliver campaigns that make a real difference to a client’s bottom line. I’m really looking forward to carrying this vision forward in the region and contributing to the growth of the company.”

About LBi

LBi is the world’s leading marketing and technology agency, blending insight, creativity and technical expertise to create business value for clients including BT, EON, Lloyds TSB, Virgin Atlantic and Play.com. Across LBi and Bigmouthmedia’s network of 24 offices in 16 countries, there are over 1,800 digital experts working to help brands create momentum and cultural relevance across a range of disciplines including service design, branded content, social media, mobile, CRM, media planning and buying, analytics and hosting. LBi specialises in bringing together diverse teams of digital experts to suit the most challenging briefs. We call this blending, and it’s the ‘special sauce’ that makes our full service proposition supremely useful to our clients.

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LontohCoal to File Class Action Lawsuit against Naspers Limited in New York

Hong Kong, May 15, 2012 – (ACN Newswire) – LontohCoal Limited (“LontohCoal” or “Company”), one of the fastest growing mining companies in Southern Africa, is preparing to file a civil lawsuit against media empire, Naspers Limited (“Naspers”). Naspers is a multinational broad-based media company, incorporated in 1915 as a public limited liability company and listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange in September 1994. The company also has an ADR listing on the London Stock Exchange.

The quantum value of the damages suffered is still being determined. The law suit is to be instituted in the state of New York, United States of America, for a series of false, defamatory and malicious articles published in various media platforms of Naspers between January and April 2012.

LontohCoal – a South African domiciled company incorporated in 2008 with commercial and operational interests globally – is a public company which has an international footprint and is therefore a global citizen, like Naspers.

This civil action seeks a relief for an unprecedented reputational damage and financial losses suffered by the Company stemming from the three published articles. The articles were published in January, February and April 2012.

– The first article under the title “The ANC bigwigs and business guru duped”, was first published on the 29th January 2012.
– The second article headed “Lontoh Coal blows investors’ millions – Money used to pay for flights, hotels, interior designs”, was first published on the 19th February 2012.
– The latest article with a heading “LontohCoal Reneges On Coal Pact” first appeared on the 29th April 2012.

It is the averment of the Company that as a direct result of these published articles that contain information which is false in content and context, and therefore defamatory, misleading and prejudicial to the Company and its officers, led to the incurrence of significant reputational damage and financial losses, the quantum value of which is determinable.

It is LontohCoal’s view that besides the contents which are false and malicious, the article headings amounted to “an intentional or negligent departure from the facts whether by distortion, exaggeration or misrepresentation, material omissions or summarisation”; as quoted from the South African Press Code.

It needs to be emphasised that despite the openness with which LontohCoal management handled enquiries from Naspers media organisations, the organisations in question failed to report fairly, objectively and truthfully.

It needs to be stated further that the severity of the reputational harm to the Company and its officers is not only confined to South Africa, but extends globally. LontohCoal board of directors is a diverse organ of the Company representing persons from across the world. Because of the international prominence of the Company, this litigation action will be pursued in order to achieve the maximum impact. To this end, LontohCoal has briefed its South African legal counsel to appoint a reputable international law firm to handle the lawsuit which will be instituted in the State of New York, United States of America.

The decision to file the lawsuit against Naspers in New York is in the view of the board of directors of LontohCoal, a significant step towards restoring the reputational standing of the Company, given its international profile.

Enquiries:

Mr. Tshepo Kgadima
Mobile: +27 82 965 7131


Asia’s Monumental Oil and Gas Industry Event Gears Up For A Grand Comeback

Singapore, May 15, 2012 – (ACN Newswire) – Demand for energy around the world is set for continued growth as developing nations’ maturity spurs population increase. China’s surge in energy demand will extend over the next two decades, while elsewhere, billions of people work to improve their standard of living, prompting the need for more energy. The world’s population is predicted to extend by more than 25 per cent from 2010 till 2040 to reach nearly 9 billion, putting further strain on the already depleting energy supply. A recent report[1] which highlighted this growth has projected that global demand for energy will be some 30 per cent higher by 2040 than it was in 2010.

Alternative energy sources will grow in tandem, but oil and gas are projected to make up the majority of the global energy mix up to the year 2050. With this imminent trend, the industry face the difficult task of exploring and producing oil and gas – which are increasingly found in challenging areas in deep waters, pre-salt in Brazil, politically challenged areas and in the arctic regions. This has resulted in the need for better and improved technology, which fuels existing business deals and creates new opportunities for a wide range of related products and services.

Opening doors from 27 November to 30 November at a new location – the Marina Bay Sands Singapore, OSEA2012, the largest oil and gas exhibition and conference in the Asia-Pacific region, expects growth of 15 per cent compared to the 2010 edition. Not only the largest but also the most important industry event of its kind in the region, the 19th edition of OSEA will present to more than 25,000 trade attendees exclusive opportunities to interact with 1,500 international companies across a result driven networking platform of 31,750 square metres of exhibition space.

Basking the limelight of OSEA2012 will be several national oil companies (NOCs). The event will also boast an increase in the number of country pavilions from 10 in the previous edition to 12 this year, from Australia, China, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Singapore, UK and US.

Also joining OSEA for the first time are individual exhibitors EMAS AMC, Franklin Offshore International, M-I Swaco, Marco Polo Marine, Remazel Engineering SPA and more. They will be intertwined with returning exhibitors who have reaped the rewards of participating in previous editions of OSEA and will be back again this year to connect with existing partners and build new business relationships.

“As the demand for crude oil and natural gas intensifies, the world will see an increase in exploration and development activities,” says Mr. Stephen Tan, Chief Executive of organiser Singapore Exhibition Services (SES). “Since its inception in 1976, OSEA has steadily grown from edition to edition to become the industry’s sourcing ground and business networking platform for the global oil and gas industry in Asia today. Relevance is crucial in today’s economic and business landscapes, and with this in mind, OSEA is poised to shine brighter than ever as the event readies to unveil the latest products, services, technology and knowledge that are vital for greater growth.”

The OSEA2012 International Conference will be held concurrently with the exhibition to provide an invaluable platform for discussion on commercial challenges and technological innovations. Key tracks will cover topics on Business Issues, HSE, Construction and Engineering, Drilling and Well Construction, Completions and Subsea, Production, Facilities and Operations, and Gas Technology and LNG.

More information is available at www.osea-asia.com.

OSEA2012 exhibition at a glance:

Show:   OSEA2012 -  The 19th International Oil & Gas Industry Exhibition &
        Conference (since 1976)
Date:   27 - 30 November 2012
Venue:  Marina Bay Sands, Singapore
Hours:  10.30am - 6pm
Entry:  Business and trade professionals only



AboutSingapore Exhibition Services (SES)

Set up in 1976, Singapore Exhibition Services (SES) has established itself as one of the most innovative and respected exhibition and conference organisers in Asia. A pioneer in the Singapore exhibition industry, SES events have served as important platforms for companies aiming to forge new business contacts in Asia. With a portfolio of international tradeshows already serving the Communications, Engineering, Machinery and Lifestyle industries, SES continues to develop new events to meet market needs. SES events consistently attract a high level of overseas participation with foreign exhibitors accounting for almost 80% of the show floor. SES is a member of Allworld Exhibitions Alliance, a global network with over 50 offices worldwide. For more information, please visit www.sesallworld.com.

Contact :

Elaine Sng
Assistant PR Manager
Singapore Exhibition Services
Tel: +65 6233 6636
Fax: +65 6272 2962
Email: [email protected]

HKTDC’s Biggest Hong Kong Promotion in Japan Opens

Hong Kong, May 15, 2012 – (ACN Newswire) – A major symposium was held today in Tokyo, part of “Think Global, Think Hong Kong” (TGTHK), the largest promotional campaign ever launched in Japan by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC). TGTHK continues through 19 May.

A delegation of more than 130 Hong Kong government officials and business leaders from 15 sectors are taking part in the week-long programme. The events are expected to attract more than 2,000 Japanese corporate leaders, government representatives, heads of small and medium-sized enterprises, services providers, academics and opinion leaders with a special interest in Asia.

Hong Kong-Japan Partnership

Hong Kong’s role as Asia’s services platform, financial centre and gateway to China business opportunities highlight the Tokyo symposium, as well as a second symposium, in Osaka, 17 May.

“Through the symposiums, we aim to foster even stronger ties between Hong Kong and Japan, highlighting how our city’s unique strengths can assist Japanese firms in spreading their wings to reach markets on the Chinese mainland, across Asia and all over the world,” said Hong Kong SAR Government Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development Gregory So, speaking at this morning’s symposium in Tokyo.

HKTDC Executive Director Fred Lam, who opened the symposium, emphasised the promise of partnership that the two economies offer each other. “Whatever your product, service or business idea, partner with Hong Kong. Together, we can create opportunity that rewards us all.”

Also speaking at the opening, Mitsuyoshi Yanagisawa, Japan’s Senior Vice Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry, Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, said that “Japanese SMEs would hope Hong Kong will continue to be their partner for globalisation and serve as their gateway to international markets.”

A series of thematic sessions will also take place in Tokyo and Osaka, offering participants marketing intelligence and practical information on how Japanese companies can work with Hong Kong to do business in Asia, especially the Chinese mainland. Topics include selling consumer brands, creating and distributing digital content, partnership opportunities in environmental and manufacturing technology, setting up business in the mainland’s Pearl River Delta, professional legal advice for doing business on the mainland, and opportunities from Hong Kong’s expanding renminbi business.

Prominent Speakers

More than 80 high-profile speakers from Hong Kong and Japan are taking part in Think Global, Think Hong Kong. They include: Tadashi Okamura, Chairman of the Japan Chamber of Commerce and Industry, and Industry Advisor to the Board, Toshiba Corporation; Shigetaka Sato, Chairman of the Osaka Chamber of Commerce, and Chairman of the Board; Keihan Electric Railway Co Ltd; Philip Chen, Managing Director, Hang Lung Properties; James E Thompson, Chairman and Chief Executive of Crown Worldwide Holdings; Fang Fang, JP Morgan’s Managing Director, Vice Chairman, Asia, and Chief Executive Officer, China, Investment Banking; Takehiko Nakao, Japan’s Vice Minister of Finance for International Affairs, Ministry of Finance; Norman TL Chan, Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Monetary Authority; Dr Jonathan Choi, Chairman of the Hong Kong-Japan Business Cooperation Committee; Song Zheng Huan, Chairman of the mainland’s Goodbaby Group; and Anita Fung, Chief Executive Officer, Hong Kong, The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Ltd.

Business Consultation

Professional services providers from Hong Kong’s corporate, accounting and legal sectors will be offering free business consultation to participants throughout the events. Two HKTDC missions covering health food and technology, and two missions organised by the Hong Kong Cyberport Management Company Ltd and the Law Society of Hong Kong, are attending the symposiums in Tokyo and Osaka, presenting additional networking opportunities for Japanese companies.

Hong Kong Dinner in Tokyo

The HKTDC’s Fred Lam will host a Hong Kong Dinner in Tokyo tonight, with more than 650 business and political leaders from Hong Kong and Japan attending the gala evening.

Japanese Supporting Organisations

Think Global, Think Hong Kong is organised in association with the Japan External Trade Organisation and Small and Medium Enterprises and Regional Innovation, Japan. In addition, the promotion welcomes the support of more than 100 Japanese organisations, including the Tokyo Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the Osaka Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the Japan Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the Japan Association of Corporate Executives, Japan New Business Conferences, Osaka Prefectural Government, Kawasaki City, Kobe City, Kyoto City, the Kansai Economic Federation, the Kansai Association of Corporate Executives, and the Japan-China Economic Relations and Trade Centre.

Fourteen Hong Kong partners are lending their support to TGTHK: the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office (Tokyo), the Innovation and Technology Commission, InvestHK, the Information Services Department, the Hong Kong Cyberport Management Company Ltd, Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Ltd, the Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants, the Hong Kong International Arbitration Centre, the Hong Kong Japanese Chamber of Commerce & Industry, the Hong Kong Monetary Authority, the Hong Kong Science & Technology Parks Corporation, the Hong Kong Tourism Board, the Japan Society of Hong Kong, and the Law Society of Hong Kong.

Think Global, Think Hong Kong Website: www.thinkglobalthinkhk.com

AboutHKTDC

A statutory body established in 1966, the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is the international marketing arm for Hong Kong-based traders, manufacturers and service providers. With more than 40 global offices, including 11 on the Chinese mainland, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a platform for doing business with China and throughout Asia. The HKTDC also organises trade fairs and business missions to connect companies with opportunities in Hong Kong and on the mainland, while providing information via trade publications, research reports and online. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com . Follow us on Twitter @HKTDC

Contact :

HKTDC
Corporate Communication Department:
Victor George Paddy
Tel: +852 2584 4517
Email: [email protected]

HomecareCRM Selected as Exclusive CRM Partner by HealthWyse

Atlanta, GA, May 15, 2012 –(PR.com)– After a multiyear working relationship, HomecareCRM, the industry’s leading customer relationship management solution and referral source data provider, has been selected by HealthWyse as its exclusive CRM partner. HealthWyse made this decision based on the significant benefits and growth experienced by its clients who have worked with HomecareCRM.

HomecareCRM’s product provides home care-specific tools that allow agencies to better manage marketing liaisons and produce growth. Because of the advantages and services offered by HomecareCRM, clients of HealthWyse have become more efficient. Through this exclusive partnership of HealthWyse and HomecareCRM, agencies have the opportunity to spend more time in the field while receiving real-time access to sales and marketing information.

Rob Pahlavan, CEO of HealthWyse, says “We are very proud of our exclusive and developing partnership with HomecareCRM. We believe that the combination of our systems provides the best clinical and revenue-driving capabilities to help leading home care, hospice, and private duty agencies succeed in this ever changing healthcare environment.”

"HomecareCRM's partnership with HealthWyse will allow us to provide one of the most comprehensive data solutions ever offered in our industry," says Karl Dumas, Chief Executive Officer of HomecareCRM, LLC. "This partnership helps HealthWyse customers capture and use relevant market data, resulting in significant growth and better patient care."

About HomecareCRM
HomecareCRM LLC, is the industry’s leading customer relationship management solution provider, delivering the first and most robust solution specifically designed for home health care providers. Founded in 2003, the company’s innovative CRM solution is the only CRM offering integrated with referral, patient and provider data. Real-time access to the HomecareCRM platform is available to agency marketers using desktop, laptop or smart phones. Now in its 7th version, the solution has been implemented by agencies in 44 states. For more information about HomecareCRM, visit www.HomecareCRM.com or call 1-888-843-8276. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.

About HealthWyse
Since 1998 HealthWyse been a leading provider of clinical and financial software solutions designed specifically to meet the evolving needs of home care, hospice, and private duty agencies. HealthWyse offers a Saas-based solution that ensures data integrity while reducing the IT burden on your agency. All software upgrades, including those for point of care, are seamlessly managed by HealthWyse with no interruption in business operations. HealthWyse is headquartered in Wilmington, Mass. and partners with home health, hospice and private duty agencies throughout the entire United States. For more information about HealthWyse, call 877-777-9973.

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Andrea Rizk
1-888-843-8276
Contact via Email
www.HomecareCRM.com
Phone 888-UGET-CRM (888-843-8276 or 770-521-4452)
Fax 770-234-5478
Street Address 4555 Mansell Road, Suite 300, Alpharetta, GA 30022

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There’s No Magic to Good Cloud Based IT Support: It’s Still About Quality Service

Chicago, IL, May 15, 2012 –(PR.com)– An increasingly popular buzzword among business owners in Chicago, cloud computing is essentially describing a service, not a product. Similar to other professional service vendors, cloud computing companies are trusted partners who can be relied upon to manage the most sensitive and critical of your business operations.

“When we talk with Chicago business owners about cloud computing,” says Daniel Wang, Owner of Jexet Technologies a Chicago based cloud service provider, “There is this idea that you just set it up and it runs all by itself. But in reality, our cloud clients depend on our service department all the time for a wide variety of assistance, from simple email issues to complex software deployments.”

Indeed, Wang says service quality is still the main difference between successful and unsuccessful cloud computing deployments. “No matter what the technical requirements or the IT infrastructure needed, at the end of the day, a business owner needs to be able to pick up the phone and get some help in a timely fashion.”

So given that ‘total care’ IT support service has existed for a few years now, does cloud based IT support really offer businesses significant improvements in how IT is managed and delivered?

“The managed service model of IT is the foundation of cloud,” Wang says. “This is the total care approach to a business’ IT needs, from hardware to software to the server. But cloud provides several additional structural advantages, which allows business to cut costs for the long term, improve productivity, and empower innovation.”

Cloud as service means immediate savings on hardware and software, Wang says, as well as IT labor costs. “When your network is in the cloud it means less physical cost, as well as reduced maintenance and support costs via remote access.”

Additionally, productivity is improved with cloud services by reducing downtime and allowing employees to better share and communicate, Wang says. Employees can access their personal desktop within the cloud from anywhere, which allows remote access to critical business information and communications regardless of where the employee is physically.

On the issue of empowering innovation, Wang stresses that this might be cloud’s most valuable long term benefit. “Whether testing a new customer service platform, a phone system, or simply scaling existing applications to account for growth,” Wang says, “cloud hosted IT is much more agile and flexible, and allows all stakeholders within a business to test out ideas in a controlled, scalable environment.”

Finally, Wang emphasizes that as cloud computing solutions grown in popularity for business of all sizes, the service behind it will continue to be the major determinator whether cloud solutions help or hinder a business. “Again at the end of the day, all IT systems, cloud or local, will require a critical service component. Here at Jexet Technologies we have many happy Chicago businesses that have migrated to the cloud. But does that mean they never call us any more? Of course not. You still need a trusted partner that you can rely on to answer the phone when you need assistance right now.”

Jexet Technologies – www.Jexet.com – helps Chicago business cut costs, improve productivity, and empower innovation with cloud based IT service solutions. Any business with 8 or more computers and a server can potentially benefit from a cloud hosted IT support. To learn more and get your cloud computing questions answered promptly, call Jexet Technologies at 312-583-7279.

Contact Information:
Jexet Technologies
John Vanover
312.583.7179 Ext 704
Contact via Email
jexet.com

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Ethernet Extension Experts’ New 820 Pro Extends Ethernet and PoE up to 900 ft. for Only $249 (MSRP)

Las Vegas, NV, May 15, 2012 –(PR.com)– Ethernet Extension Experts, manufacturers of Ethernet extenders for the physical security and hospitality industries, introduce its new Pro-line with the advent of the Enable-IT 820 Pro. The 820 Pro extends Ethernet and PoE up to 900 feet and offers the same American-made quality Enable-IT extenders are known for, but it adds a ruggedized metal chassis and lowers its price to just $249 (MSRP), one of the lowest in the industry. For physical security integrators and hospitality IT, this means they can get a professional business-class, American-made Ethernet extender for less than the price of most home use, Chinese-made extenders, while enjoying Enable-IT's 4-year warranty.

The Enable-IT 820 Pro answers the call of those budget-strapped physical security integrators and hotel I.T. administrators who only need to extend Ethernet less than 1,000 feet and do not need high throughput. For just a few hundred bucks, the plug-and-go Enable-IT 820 Pro can extend I.P. security cameras, access controls, VOIP, or up to 15Mbps of LAN data up to 900 feet away, over a single Cat-5e/6 cable. Moreover, if one opts for the 820P Pro, they also get a 48V PoE injector and the ability to daisy-chain two units (sold separately) for up to 1,600 ft of Ethernet extension.

"Why worry about WiFi's security risks and unreliability? Why risk your professional reputation on inferior, Chinese-made Ethernet extenders just because you're cash-strapped?," said David Conners, Enable-IT’s Director of Product Development. “What we have here today is a shorter-range Ethernet extender that costs the same or less than that cheap, Chinese-made stuff, …but it actually isn't 'cheap.' This is high-quality, American-made gear, and it comes with the same four year warranty the rest of our gear comes with. That's easy for us to offer, because the Enable-IT Pro is engineered and manufactured here in the gold ole' U.S. of A."

The Enable-IT 820 Pro and 820P Pro can be purchased at www.EthernetExtender.com. The 820 Pro retails for $249 each and the 820P Pro retails for $310 each. Both models include a 10' Ethernet patch cord and quick-start guide, but the 820P Pro comes with the addition of a 48V PoE injector. Quantity discounts are available, and every purchase comes with free same-day shipping. Furthermore, all Enable-IT Ethernet extenders come with a 45-day money-back guarantee and a 4 year warranty.

Ethernet Extension Experts (Enable-IT) is a pioneer OEM manufacturer of industrial plug-and-play Ethernet Extension solutions for the physical security, hospitality, commercial office, and energy marketplace. They offer a wide range of solutions to extend Ethernet networks, for every data type imaginable, up to 20x beyond the stifling IEEE/Ethernet distance limit of just 328 feet (or 100 meters). Their seamless solutions do this over your own –often forgotten- traditional copper wiring, effectively saving you thousands in overhead and security measures.

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Jude Calvillo (Ethernet Extension Experts PR)
888-309-0910
Fax: 320-215-6907
Email: [email protected]

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Ethernet Extension Experts PR
Jude Calvillo
888-309-0910
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www.ethernetextender.com

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Mobile Awareness, LLC Hires Kevin Kuhn as VP of Sales & Marketing

Cleveland, OH, May 15, 2012 –(PR.com)– Mobile Awareness LLC, a provider of leading-edge transportation safety products, announces the appointment of Kevin M. Kuhn as VP of Sales & Marketing.

A veteran of the transportation industry, Kevin Kuhn has previously led sales and marketing for TravelCenters of America as Director of Fleet Maintenance Sales, the largest full service truck stop chain in North America. Prior to which he spent several years with Agilysis Inc. (formerly Pioneer Standard Electronics), developing his tactical marketing skills.

“Kevin adds a wealth of practical experience and strategic knowledge that will aid in the further development of our TireStat, VisionStat, and SenseStat product lines,” stated Gary Rothstein, President of Mobile Awareness.

“We are extremely excited that Kevin will be managing the team responsible for our sales and marketing efforts as we continue to innovate affordable transportation safety solutions.”

Kevin will be responsible for all aspects of sales and marketing including brand development. His initial focus will be on our soon to be released, next generation, tire monitoring, maintenance and tracking system.

About Mobile Awareness
Cleveland, Ohio based Mobile Awareness, LLC designs and markets leading edge, affordable transportation safety products. The company provides integrated accident prevention solutions for commercial transportation professionals with its VisionStat® Vehicle Video Systems, TireStat® Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems (TPMS) and SenseStat® Obstacle Detection Sensor Systems. For more information, please contact Mobile Awareness at 866-653-5036 or visit www.MobileAwareness.com

Mobile Awareness…Reducing the Total Cost of Safety®

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Joan Cochran
866-653-5036
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www.mobileawareness.com

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