Friday, January 30, 2009

Introducing Firescope: The SitePoint Reference Tool for Firebug

Introducing Firescope: The SitePoint Reference Tool for Firebug

Web Developers everywhere now have access to SitePoint's comprehensive HTML and CSS Reference content with the launch of FireScope, a new plug-in for the Firefox Web Browser.

(PRWEB) January 30, 2009 -- SitePoint (sitepoint.com) today announced the release of FireScope - a new Firefox plug-in that integrates the SitePoint CSS and HTML References with Firefox.

FireScope extends the popular web development tool Firebug, to include reference material for HTML and CSS. Using data directly from the reference sites. The tool provides the most accurate and up-to-date information on usage and browser compatibility, right in the users

browser.

SitePoint Co-Founder Matt Mickiewicz commented on the new tool: "ìThe SitePoint References have been a hit since day one, and this new add-on for Firefox, puts best-practice CSS & HTML information at web developers fingertips - right where they need it most."

Since being made available for download, tens of thousands of users have already flocked to download the new tool and initial feedback has been outstanding.

Further information on FireScope can be found here: http://tools.sitepoint.com/firescope

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Contact Information MATT MICKIEWICZ

SitePoint

http://tools.sitepoint.com/firescope

604 716 4638



Perez-Simons Content Solutions named one of "10 To Watch" in the Triad Area

Perez-Simons Content Solutions named one of "10 To Watch" in the Triad Area

Cuban political refugee Mariela Perez-Simons came to America thirteen years ago uncertain what her future held. This year her company, Perez-Simons Content Solutions, was named one of the "Top 10 Companies To Watch in 2009" by The Triad Business Journal. The company helps businesses with Search Engine Optimization (SEO), website design, and Internet marketing; it also provides Spanish translations for websites.

Greensboro, NC (PRWEB) January 30, 2009 -- With national headlines devoted to the recession and businesses large and small foundering in today's economy, scant attention is paid to those few businesses that are flourishing. Perez-Simons Content Solutions is one of those beating the odds in a big way.

Launched in September 2007, Perez-Simons Content Solutions provides search engine optimization (SEO), Internet Marketing, website design, and Spanish translations for web sites and has already caught the attention of local and national business leaders. Early this year Perez-Simons Content Solutions was named one of the "Top 10 To Watch in 2009" by The Business Journal, alongside a bank president, the CEO of Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center, and the founding dean for a joint school of Nanoscience and Nanoengineering.

Perez-Simons never set out with the idea of being an entrepreneur. Born and raised in Cuba, she came to this country thirteen years ago. Unable to find work in her field, her first job was as a meat packer. Eventually, she would study Communications at Duke University and earn her masters degree from Bennington College. When the leading online media and content company for which she'd worked for over eight years as a Senior Web Editor moved its operations to Miami, Perez-Simons decided the time was right for a change. She opened her business and hasn't looked back.

With her background in Internet Marketing, Web Design, SEO, Social Media Marketing, and Spanish Translations, Perez-Simons enjoys helping individuals and businesses improve their online rankings and increase traffic and sales. The company is now the premier provider of bilingual SEO services and Spanish Translations in one of the largest business locations in North Carolina.

"We really enjoy partnering with small businesses that need to be found online," says Perez-Simons. One company had enough traffic and sales within a week of implementing her solutions to earn back the money they'd paid Perez-Simons Content Solutions. Her own company turned a profit three months after opening. "Our success has been amazing," she states. "Since we started in September we've moved into offices three times the size of our original offices."

The company uses almost no marketing, relying instead on word-of-mouth. And, of course, Perez-Simons employs her own skills to be found online. Being named as one of the "Top 10 Companies to Watch in 2009" was a big boost. "Our phone started ringing off the hook with requests for SEO and Internet Marketing from almost the moment the article appeared."

Perez-Simons, 35, was recently nominated for The Business Journal's 40 Leaders Under 40 award. Her plans for the business include steady, planned growth.

"What we like best is to earn big wins for our clients. My vision for my company is that I want to work with people I enjoy, and I want those people to love coming to work every day."

"I've been in jobs where I didn't love what I do, and it's not worth it. That's why I think our company is garnering attention. We're professional, talented and we love what we do."

To bring Perez' experience to your company e-mail her at Mariela (at) perezsimons.com or visit her website at www.PerezSimons.com.

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Contact Information Dena Harris

Perez-Simons Content Solutions

http://www.perezsimons.com

336.337.9608



Teraeon Announces Plans for Ordinal Content Management System Upgrade

Teraeon Announces Plans for Ordinal Content Management System Upgrade

Teraeon Consulting today announced plans to overhaul its flagship Content Management System, Ordinal CMS. Scheduled for release in the third quarter of 2009, Ordinal Content Management System 2.0 will include a complete overhaul of the Content Management Server as well as the User interface and design portions.

Dearborn, Michigan (PRWEB) January 30, 2009 -- Teraeon Consulting today announced plans to overhaul its flagship Content Management System, Ordinal CMS. Scheduled for release in the third quarter of 2009, Ordinal Content Management System 2.0 will include a complete overhaul of the Content Management Server as well as the User interface and design portions.

"We're very excited about the planned upgrades; they will greatly enhance the user experience as well as provide a robust framework for high end content sites," said Teraeon Consulting CEO, Moe Yassine. "The upgrades to Ordinal will take it to the level of some of the higher end Content Management systems, while keeping the user interface easy to use."

The new user interface is being developed to give users quicker access to features that are used more often, for increased productivity. Ordinal 2.0 will also have a completely redeveloped back-end content management server. The CMS server will natively support caching arrays for sites with heavy traffic. The CMS server will also contain a new feature named Recount™ that can be turned on for automated version control.

Teraeon will also be releasing an SDK with the planned upgrade which will give third party developers a rich set of Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) and other tools to extend the CMS in ways that couldn't be done before.

About Teraeon

As a Michigan-based company Teraeon Consulting, Inc is an IT consulting firm dedicated to providing secure, scalable and reliable solutions for business needs. Teraeon specializes in Enterprise Solutions through the use of web application development to help businesses cut costs and run more efficiently.

Teraeon Consulting, inc: http://www.teraeon.com

Ordinal Content Management System: http://www.teraeon.com/tcms.aspx

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Contact Information Moe Yassine

Teraeon Consulting, Inc

http://www.teraeon.com

(313) 584-6309



New Sales Performance Dashboard is Designed Specifically for Inside Sales Teams

New Sales Performance Dashboard is Designed Specifically for Inside Sales Teams

A new dashboard developed by GS Marketing Group, Inc. is designed specifically for inside sales teams.

Kenosha, WI -- Executive dashboards and executive information systems have become critical to C-level decision making. EIS drives accelerated data flow into a graphical user interface displayed on desktop monitors. However, senior executives aren't the only ones who can benefit from real-time data, metrics and performance indicators. A new dashboard developed by GS Marketing Group, Inc. is designed specifically for inside sales teams.

Scoreboard is a fully-customizable inside sales performance viewer that combines real-time sales data with an easy-to-read, attractive graphical interface. Seen from strategically-mounted displays amidst the sales team, Scoreboard motivates and challenges inside sales teams to perform. "Scoreboard plays off of the natural competitiveness of sales people with a non-threatening, team-building design," stated Tim Cascio, Managing Partner at GS Marketing.Group "We provide information in a dynamic format that affects sales performance in real-time."

With sales management input, Scoreboard can be customized via its user-friendly administration tool. Goal-based color changes, bar graphs, audio clips and ticker feeds are only few of the features that add to the overall effectiveness of Scoreboard. "We developed the software to deliver information in a way that sales people will connect with it," explained Mark Bernhardt, Senior Software Programmer at GS Marketing Group.

From the sales manager to the executive branch, Scoreboard provides decision makers with instant access to sales leadership and insight as to which sales members and metrics are underperforming. Management no longer has to wait for end-of-day or weekly reports to track progress, reward performance or correct behavior. Timely, accurate information means better control and confidence in decisioning. And because Scoreboard is entirely a local application, it is as secure as your system. Critical sales data never leaves the protection of the company's designated private network, yet is accessible remotely via authorized VPN internet connections.

Scoreboard was developed with ROI in mind. Although sales teams and results will vary, an overall increase in sales performance is a natural outcome when sales members are challenged, motivated and held accountable. Scoreboard's pricing structure allows most companies with inside sales teams to afford this real-time tool.

For more information and an online demonstration of Scoreboard, visit SalesScoreboard.com.

About GS Marketing Group

GS Marketing Group, Inc., offers strategic, integrated marketing services to promote clients' brands and has served local, regional and national companies since 1987. The team includes specialists in the marketing, creative design and information technology arenas. Strategy and services span print design, direct mail, e-mail marketing, website design, multimedia, e-business and search engine marketing. Work by GS Marketing Group designers was selected for seven awards from over 10,000 submissions in the 2007 American Graphic Design Awards competition conducted by Graphic Design USA. Custom-built software solutions include an insurance company's direct mail portal used at branch locations nationwide and a manufacturer's intellectual property portal used in offices worldwide. For more information, visit www.GSMarketingGroup.com.

Contact Information

Timothy Cascio

Managing Partner

GS Marketing Group, Inc.

5900 77th Street

Kenosha, WI 53142-4110

USA

www.gsmarketinggroup.com

Phone: 773-793-6209

Toll-free: 800-859-3970

Fax: 262-694-3964

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Contact Information Tim Cascio

GS Marketing Group

http://www.GSMarketingGroup.com

773-793-6209



Why Internet Marketing Strategy Must Include Public Relations

Why Internet Marketing Strategy Must Include Public Relations

Tim Cascio, co-owner of GS Marketing Group, comments on why internet marketing strategies must include public relations

Kenosha, Wis. (Vocus) January 30, 2009 -- With the economic downturn, executives eagerly seek ways to differentiate themselves from competitors and to build their brand and reputation. PR distribution through the Internet gives business marketers access to all traditional and new media types including newspaper, radio, TV, industry trade publications, consumer magazines and influential blogs. With the right tools at hand, marketers have direct and instant access to more than 500,000 media professionals, including editors, journalists, news directors, producers and industry analysts.

Tim Cascio, co-owner of GS Marketing Group, comments, "Our clients are just now beginning to see how money once spent on trade advertising is better directed toward PR. It offers a much higher degree of credibility and, when combined with the power of the Internet, adds metrics and unprecedented reach." Web syndication drives immediate exposure of press releases to web-channel publishers internationally, including those who also publish print publications. It's not uncommon for a distributed press release to get the attention of editors who request high-resolution photography or additional information to adapt the story for their readership.

Cascio says that it's an education process for small to medium sized businesses that haven't had much experience in Public Relations. He explains, "Often, PR is dismissed as part of a company's Internet marketing strategy (www.GSMarketingGroup.com), not because of its limitations, but because of a lack of understanding. Once clients comprehend that their subject matter expertise is sought by journalists who want to make a stronger connection with their audience, the possibilities begin to emerge."

Publishing has been one of the hardest hit segments of the economy. This bodes well for marketers willing to develop feature articles with and for understaffed publishers. "Our access to the 2009 editorial calendars of media outlets provides valuable insight as to whom to pitch, on which topics and when. Odds of a feature story, pick-up or mention for our client increases exponentially as our goals are aligned to that of the columnist, radio host or TV producer. We regularly receive heartfelt thanks from editors who are grateful we've reached out to them with our timely information, expertise and new product announcements," said Cascio.

Companies with a long-term publicity strategy benefit from putting together a digital media kit and making it easily accessible for media representatives to download. A digital media kit often contains a letter to the editor, media releases, biographies of spokespersons, common interview questions and contact information. "Anything we can do to simplify the job of the media is in our best interest," adds Cascio.

As for common misconceptions about PR, Cascio says, "It continues to surprise me that many C-level executives believe that to get press attention, one must be currently advertising in the same publication. This simply is not true. The integrity of a publication and its journalists are at risk if they abide by such a policy. Other misconceptions include a belief that PR comes at a high cost and without accountability. Marketing experts tend to agree, when business growth is the objective, dollar for dollar, PR wins over advertising nearly every time. Our technology to monitor media mentions and pickups provides the proof business marketers need to justify their investment. Furthermore, keyword-rich releases improve their search engine visibility, something every business has on their list of goals."

About GS Marketing Group

Founded in 1987, GS Marketing Group, Inc., offers strategic, integrated marketing services to help clients develop and execute highly focused marketing plans that are designed for brand building and growth acceleration. The team includes specialists in the marketing, creative design and information technology arenas. Strategy and services span print design, direct mail, public relations (www.GSMarketingGroup.com), e-mail marketing, website design, multimedia, e-business and search engine marketing (www.GSMarketingGroup.com). Work by GS Marketing Group designers was selected for seven awards from over 10,000 submissions in the 2007 American Graphic Design Awards competition conducted by Graphic Design USA. Custom-built software solutions include an insurance company's direct mail portal used at branch locations nationwide and a manufacturer's intellectual property portal used in offices worldwide. For more information, please visit www.GSMarketingGroup.com.

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Contact Information Timothy Cascio

GS Marketing Group, Inc.

http://www.GSMarketingGroup.com

773-793-6209



IPTVBoyz Brings Business Blog/Vlog/Social Media to CP&I Marketing Clients

IPTVBoyz Brings Business Blog/Vlog/Social Media to CP&I Marketing Clients

New partnership provides access to progressive technology community through use of VIDSEOTV.com

Denver, CO (Vocus) January 30, 2009 -- IPTVBoyz (http://www.iptvboyz.com/), a pioneer in marketing and brand management on the web, announces a relationship with CP&I Marketing, a full service advertising and marketing agency based in Denver. The new partnership allows CP&I's clients access and space on IPTVBoyz's newly-launched VIDSEOTV.com.

CP&I Marketing (www.CPandI.com) services a variety of customers such as quality furniture dealers, politicos, automobile dealers, restaurants, mortgage brokers, home gym retailers, amongst many others. VIDSEOTV.com, a new, state of the art technology, will allow the CP&I community a simple and cost effective means of integrating video, blogging and a social media pinging services into a client's existing business practice.

VIDSEOTV.com extends corporate communications channels, brand recognition and sales and marketing strategy, helping the client win on the web. "The IPTVBoyz Business Blog hosted on the Vidseotv.com domain will be an extremely effective tool for our clients," notes Ike Isenhart, partner and founder of CP&I Marketing. "We feel that this is a direction that will pay dividends in the very near future for our clients."

Dirk Freeman, co-founder of IPTVBoyz, is ecstatic to have CP&I Marketing embracing his platform. "Studies continue to indicate the future of business success will be found through web searches and video delivery to the person who initiates the search. VIDSEOTV.com will help clients significantly enhance their brand in the blogosphere/web."

IPTVBoyz is a privately funded media company based in Denver, Colorado. The member partners have a combined experience of over 100 years in video production, TV broadcast, search engine optimization, social media marketing, streaming technologies and internet video player technologies. IPTVBoyz was formed to help small to mid level businesses compete against large national brands. The company's mission is to ensure each business has the tools, content and features to position themselves with premiere search placement in their respective industry genres. For more information, please visit www.IPTVBoyz.com.

Leveraging future technologies to deliver measurable results for clients today.

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Contact Information Mark Eibner

IPTVBoyz, LLC

http://www.iptvboyz.com

303-800-1006



Hanon McKendry Launches Online Super Bowl Ad, Poll Viewers Vote for Favorite Super Bowl Ads at superadbowl.com

Hanon McKendry Launches Online Super Bowl Ad, Poll Viewers Vote for Favorite Super Bowl Ads at superadbowl.com

Hanon McKendry launches www.superadbowl.com, where Super Bowl viewers and vote for their favorite Super Bowl ads, online, during the big game. Voting begins at the end of the first quarter.

Grand Rapids, MI (PRWEB) January 30, 2009 -- Hanon McKendry invites Super Bowl ad fans and armchair critics to vote for their favorite Super Bowl commercials during the big game on Sun., Feb. 1 at www.superadbowl.com (http://www.superadbowl.com). Voting begins at the end of the first quarter.

As votes are cast, results will be immediately tabulated and posted so visitors to superadbowl.com will be able to see how their picks compare to those of Super Bowl ad fans around the world.

"Super Bowl advertising is big entertainment, and everyone wants to voice their opinion," said branding and advertising agency Hanon McKendry founder and principal Bill McKendry. "We wanted to give average viewers a place to weigh in, in real time, on the ads they think hit the mark."

Hanon McKendry's Super Bowl Poll, conducted annually by Harris Interactive, consistently shows that the ads are a significant draw on game day. This year's poll results, released today, show that over 54 percent of U.S. adults who plan to tune in to Super Bowl XLIII will do so as much or more for the commercials as for the game.

"As more and more Super Bowl advertisers maximize interactive opportunities, viewers are getting in the game and watching with their laptops by their sides," observed Pete Brand, co-founder of MINDSCAPE at Hanon McKendry, the branding firm's interactive division. "Superadbowl.com gives those interactive viewers a place to go, immediately, and be part of the action."

Visitors to www.superadbowl.com (http://www.superadbowl.com)will be able to cast their votes for one favorite commercial from each quarter. Voting will open at the end of the first quarter and will remain open through February 3.

Hanon McKendry is a national brand consulting, advertising and marketing firm that excels at helping clients shift perceptions beyond what their brands offer to what their brands mean. Nearly 80 percent of the firm's annual revenues are derived from major initiatives to launch, re-launch or restage brands. Hanon McKendry has worked extensively with high-profile corporate clients including Rayovac Batteries, Rubbermaid Home Products, Wilsonart and Zondervan (a division of Harper/Collins Publishing). The firm has also earned national recognition for its cause and issue-based campaigns and brand development for clients such as the Alliance Defense Fund, Salvation Army, National Arbor Day Foundation, World Vision, Young Life, Focus on the Family and the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum. MINDSCAPE at Hanon McKendry is the firm's interactive division specializing in Web-based applications and Internet marketing strategies. Hanon McKendry is a Gravity Six Alliance partner. hanon-mckendry.com (http://www.hanon-mckendry.com)/ gravitysix.com / mindscape-hm.com (http://www.mindscape-hm.com)

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Contact Information Amy LeFebre

Hanon McKendry

http://www.hanon-mckendry.com

616-776-1111



Super Bowl Ads Take Equal Billing to Game According to Hanon McKendry Poll Viewers also Say Super Bowl ads drive Web traffic

Super Bowl Ads Take Equal Billing to Game According to Hanon McKendry Poll Viewers also Say Super Bowl ads drive Web traffic

Hanon McKendry poll finds that over 54 percent of Super Bowl viewers say they tune in as much or more for Super Bowl commercials as for the game. Nearly one third of viewers also say they are more likely to visit an advertiser's Web site after watching a Super Bowl commercial.

Grand Rapids, MI (PRWEB) January 29, 2009 -- Super Bowl ads remain a big draw for viewers, with over 54 percent of U.S. adults who expect to watch Super Bowl XLIII planning to tune in as much or more for the commercials as for the game. According to the latest Hanon McKendry poll conducted by Harris Interactive®, 72 percent of U.S. adults plan to watch Super Bowl XLIII, up from 68 percent in 2008, with 34 percent of those anticipated viewers watching equally for the ads as for the game and 21 percent tuning in exclusively or predominantly for the commercials.

The 2009 poll also found that 30 percent of Super Bowl viewers say they are more likely to visit an advertiser's Web site after seeing a Super Bowl commercial.

"This poll affirms the power of traditional broadcast advertising," stated Bill McKendry, founder and chief creative officer at Hanon McKendry/The Brand Consultants. "It also suggests a strong synergy between television and the Web. Not only are Super Bowl ads drawing people to the game, they're driving Web traffic. And the growing role of the Web in Super Bowl campaigns is generating even more interest in the commercials themselves."

McKendry noted a historic correlation. "When commercial television broadcasting took off in the '50s, everyone predicted it would be the death of radio. In reality, TV has generated more interest in music and radio personalities. That same synergy is happening today between the Web and TV, including television advertising."

The Hanon McKendry survey aims to quantify the draw of Super Bowl commercials among the more than 90 million anticipated viewers1. Now in its fourth year, the poll found response similar to that of 2008, when 57 percent of U.S. adult viewers planned to watch as much or more for the ads. The query that gets at viewers' likelihood to visit Super Bowl advertisers' Web sites is new in 2009. This year's poll results are reflective of actual 2008 post-Super Bowl online activity, when advertisers saw a 24 percent increase in Web traffic the day after the big game, a year when game viewership was at an all-time high1.

Building on the synergy between TV and Web, Hanon McKendry has launched www.superadbowl.com (http://www.superadbowl.com), where visitors can vote on their favorite Super Bowl ads after each quarter and get real-time results as soon as they submit their votes. Ads that come out on top among online voters will be listed immediately after the game.

The 2009 survey also confirms consistently high interest in the Super Bowl and the ads among women.

• The overall percentage of women who plan to watch the Super Bowl is up from 60% in 2008 to 67% in 2009, with the percentage of female viewers who will tune in as much or more for the ads remaining fairly constant - 62% in 2009 vs. 65% in 2008.

• At 36% (male) and 31% (female), a consistently high percentage of men and women who plan to watch say they'll do so equally for the game and the commercials.

• Female viewers are nearly three times more likely than male viewers to watch primarily for the commercials (31% of female viewers vs. 11% of male viewers).

In its annual Guide to the Super Bowl, The Nielsen Company reports that Super Bowl XLII drew a record average viewership of 97.5 million, up from 93.2 million in 2007 and exceeding the previous viewership record of 94.08 million set in 1996. The Nielsen Guide also reports that Super Bowl advertisers saw a 24 percent jump in Web traffic the day after the 2008 game.

The Survey

Harris Interactive conducted this online survey within the U.S. on behalf of Hanon McKendry between Jan. 21 and Jan. 23, 2009 among 2,333 adults ages 18+, of whom 1,093 were men and 1,240 were women. This online survey is not based on a probability sample and therefore no estimate of theoretical sampling error can be calculated. For complete survey methodology, including weighting variables, please contact Amy LeFebre.

The Firms

Hanon McKendry is a national brand consulting, advertising and marketing firm that excels at helping clients shift perceptions beyond what their brands offer to what their brands mean. Nearly 80 percent of the firm's annual revenues are derived from major initiatives to launch, re-launch or restage brands. Hanon McKendry has worked extensively with high-profile corporate clients including Rayovac Batteries, Rubbermaid Home Products, Wilsonart and Zondervan (a division of Harper/Collins Publishing). The firm has also earned national recognition for its cause and issue-based campaigns and brand development for clients such as the Alliance Defense Fund, Salvation Army, National Arbor Day Foundation, World Vision, Young Life, Focus on the Family and the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum. Hanon McKendry is a Gravity Six Alliance partner. hanon-mckendry.com (http://www.hanon-mckendry.com)/ mindscape-hm.com (http://www.mindscape-hm.com) / gravitysix.com (http://www.gravitysix.com)

Harris Interactive is a global leader in custom market research. With a long and rich history in multimodal research that is powered by our science and technology, we assist clients in achieving business results. Harris Interactive serves clients globally through our North American, European and Asian offices and a network of independent market research firms. For more information, please visit www.harrisinteractive.com.

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Contact Information Amy LeFebre

Hanon McKendry

http://www.hanon-mckendry.com

616-776-1111



Jill Sullivan Grueter Promoted to Vice President of Communications of HireAbility.com, LLC

Jill Sullivan Grueter Promoted to Vice President of Communications of HireAbility.com, LLC

Jill Sullivan Grueter has been promoted to Vice President of Communications at HireAbility.com, the company announced. Before this promotion, Sullivan Grueter held the title of Director of Marketing and Technical Communications for the past two years at the company, which is the leader in recruiter networking, training, and technologies.

Londonderry, NH (PRWEB) January 30, 2009 -- Jill Sullivan Grueter has been promoted to Vice President of Communications at HireAbility.com (http://www.hireability.com), the company announced. Before this promotion, Sullivan Grueter held the title of Director of Marketing and Technical Communications for the past two years at the company, which is the leader in recruiter networking (http://www.hireability.com/join), training (http://hireability.webex.com), and technologies (http://www.hireability.com/alex).

“We’re thrilled with the contributions Jill has made to HireAbility.com," said President & COO of HireAbility.com, Amy Renz. "Her launching of our media services (http://www.hireability.com/media_kit.htm) and virtual training businesses together with facilitating the rapid expansion of our resume parsing services (http://www.hireability.com/alex) and recruiter network (http://www.hireability.com/join) have shown that Jill is a first-rate marketer. She has that rare combination of creativity, pragmatism, and drive that make entrepreneurial companies like HireAbility.com flourish.”

Sullivan Grueter joined HireAbility.com in 2006 charged with building brand equity for the Company’s existing services and bringing to market a virtual training division. Today, HireAbility is recognized as the world-class provider of resume parsing software (ALEX), the leader in accredited online recruiter training, a recruitment advertising powerhouse, and one of the fastest growing recruiter networks with thousands of staffing professionals connecting each day.

“HireAbility.com is experiencing record growth,” said Sullivan Grueter. “We are moving forward by leaps and bounds and it is incredibly gratifying to be part of such a driven and hardworking team of people.

HireAbility.com is not only a company that offers unbeatable products and services, but also a place where your ideas and opinions truly matter and make a difference.”

Prior to HireAbility, Sullivan Grueter held the title of Senior Writing Consultant for Cisco Systems. Before that, she was a marketing manager for one of the largest triage hospitals north of Boston, and a successful correspondent for the Union Leader, which is New Hampshire’s largest newspaper.

About HireAbility.com

HireAbility.com, LLC is a privately held recruiting software and services company based in Londonderry, NH. Since 1999, HireAbility.com has improved talent acquisition, cut recruitment costs, and improved marketing ROI. HireAbility enables collaboration between recruiters on its networking platform, Talent Trader. They have one of the most powerful, highly focused media and advertising engines on the planet, and operate a virtual classroom for accredited recruiter training.

HireAbility also processes the world's resumes by integrating its ALEX resume parsing software into solutions from leading providers of job sites, Applicant Tracking Systems, and HR Information Systems. To find out more visit www.hireability.com.

This press release was distributed through eMediawire by Human Resources Marketer (HR Marketer: www.HRmarketer.com) on behalf of the company listed above.

Press Contact:

Jill Sullivan Grueter

HireAbility.com

603.432.6653

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Contact Information Jill Sullivan Grueter

HireAbility

http://www.hireability.com

603-432-6653



iCIMS Announces Two-Time Win in HRchitect Beauty Contest

iCIMS Announces Two-Time Win in HRchitect Beauty Contest

SaaS Provider Chosen as Top Vendor for Talent Acquisition and Mid-Market Applicant Tracking Solutions

Hazlet, N.J. (PRWEB) January 30, 2009 -- iCIMS, a leading Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) provider of talent management solutions (http://www.icims.com/content/talentplatform.asp), today announced that the company has been named the two-time winner of the HRchitect “Beauty Contest” for talent acquisition and mid-market applicant tracking solutions.

Since November 2008, HRchitect, the leader in HR systems strategic consulting, has been presenting a series of webinars entitled "Assessing the Talent Management and HR Systems Landscape, an HRchitect Beauty Pageant.” Each “Beauty Pageant” focuses on a different category of HR technology, such as talent acquisition systems and mid-market applicant tracking solutions, and features six top vendors. Contestants compete by showing off their company story, service differentiators, value proposition and, of course, technology.

“As the leading Talent Acquisition Systems consulting firm, we feel a communal responsibility to create an educated public regarding HR technology decisions,” said Rick Fletcher, President and Founder of HRchitect. “We also think this is a really great opportunity for anyone who is looking at purchasing a HR technology solution to be able to learn more about several of the top systems in each category.”

During the November 14th Talent Acquisition Systems pageant, iCIMS was named the winner against such competitors as Silkroad, ADP – VirtualEdge, Authoria and Mr. Ted – capturing nearly 60% of the votes. On January 16th iCIMS was once again named a winner, this time for Mid-Market Applicant Tracking Solutions (http://www.icims.com/content/smallbusinesses.asp) and against such competitors as Click & Hire, nowHIRE, SonicRecruit, SmartSearch and SmartRecruiters. Both wins were attributed to the company’s unique “Back to the Basics” approach, which emphasizes the value of superior customer service and an easy-to-use, flexible technology platform.

The most recent pageant gave participants a rare look into the decision making process of today’s mid-market organizations. In the current economic climate, it is the platform that can offer the most value and greatest efficiencies that is clearly favored and most looked for during the evaluation process. And with these criteria, it was iCIMS’ Talent Platform (http://www.icims.com/content/talentplatform.asp) that clearly stood out above the rest. Unlike point solutions or modules, the talent platform makes it possible for corporations to manage their entire talent lifecycle through a single web-based system, eliminating the need to purchase multiple, costly solutions. Furthermore, customers do not run into cost creep for maintenance, upgrades or service fees and are able to upgrade without additional costs should organizational needs change in the future.

“The fact that iCIMS was once again selected as a winner really reiterates what we’ve seen from more and more companies as they align with our vision of going back to the basics and utilizing one easy-to-use solution that is supported by the best customer service team in the industry,” said Adam Feigenbaum, iCIMS’ Director of Sales and presenter for both pageants. “Specifically within the mid-market, where the majority of our clients have traditionally fallen, the fundamentals of cost-effectiveness and increasing efficiency are of top priority – and the single-source Talent Platform delivers on these levels.”

iCIMS specializes in solutions to attract, retain, and manage top talent, giving users the ability to perform all HR tasks through a single application. Clients are able to configure the iCIMS Talent Platform around their unique HR goals; powering such initiatives as workforce planning (http://www.icims.com/content/solutions/workforceplanning.asp), applicant tracking, on-boarding, performance management (http://www.icims.com/content/solutions/performancemanage.asp), employee surveys and more through one core platform. Supporting the talent management needs of over 600 clients worldwide, including FreshDirect, eHarmony, yellowbook and dunnhumby, iCIMS has maintained a 97 percent corporate renewal rate since 2003 and offers unlimited customer support and complimentary training services to all iCIMS clients. The success of iCIMS' Training division has helped iCIMS achieve the highest user adoption ratings in the Industry.

About iCIMS:

iCIMS, a leading Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) provider, is an Inc. 500 honoree focused on solving corporate business issues through the implementation of easy-to-use web-based software solutions. iCIMS' Talent Platform enables organizations to manage their entire talent lifecycle from applicant tracking through onboarding and beyond through a single web-based application. With more than 600 clients worldwide, iCIMS is one of the largest and fastest-growing talent management system providers in the space. To learn more about how iCIMS can help your organization, visit www.icims.com or view a free online demo at www.icims.com/demo.

About HRchitect:

HRchitect is the leader in HR systems strategic consulting. As the premier Human Capital Management (HCM) and Talent Management Systems consulting firm, our services include the selection, implementation, and integration of Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS), Talent Management Suites (TMS), Performance Management, Succession Management, Compensation Management, Learning Management, Competency Management, Talent Acquisition Systems, and Time & Attendance software. Based in Dallas with consultants nationwide, HRchitect has completed over 500 successful client engagements over the past eleven years. HRchitect's client list consists of companies of all sizes from all industries and includes 1 in 5 companies on the Fortune 100 list. To find out how HRchitect's HR software expertise can benefit your company, visit our website at www.HRchitect.com or call 214-619-0888.

Trademarks and registered trademarks contained herein remain the property of their respective owners

This press release was distributed through eMediawire by Human Resources Marketer (HR Marketer: www.HRmarketer.com) on behalf of the company listed above.

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Contact Information Kristy Megna

iCIMS

http://www.icims.com

800-889-4422



IPTVBoyz to Help Infomercial Clients Reach Customers on the Web

IPTVBoyz to Help Infomercial Clients Reach Customers on the Web

IPTVBoyz announced today the deployment of their state-of-the-art Vlog/Blog & Social Media platform to help infomercial product companies dominate Web search.

Denver, Colorado (Vocus) January 30, 2009 -- IPTVBoyz, a local communications company offering turn-key solutions for web brand management, video, blogs, syndication and SEO, announced today the deployment of their state-of-the-art Vlog/Blog & Social Media platform to help infomercial product companies dominate Web search. The infomercial industry is a $300 Billion dollar segment and IPTVBoyz is poised to help these companies capitalize on the market by reaching more consumers via organic Web search.

This new application to the IPTVBoyz proprietary platform will be called Webtasticdeals.com and will offer services specific to the infomercial vertical. Mark Eibner, co-founder of IPTVBoyz, feels that the Search Engine 'juice' built into this platform will help take the infomercial products to new levels.

"I have looked at the Infomercial sites currently offered in the Web space and really believe that the IPTVBoyz platform can deliver a thousand times more relevance," Eibner said. "In my opinion, the sites today are just static Billboards on the web and require other forms of media to drive customers to them. The IPTVBoyz platform is active, aggressive and truly the future of Web marketing."

Webtasticdeals.com (http://www.webtasticdeals.com/) customers will benefit from the use of Video segments, Blog postings and social media pinging. Each Webtasticedeals.com site will become a repository of information as well as a research portal. The platform will provide a site where the infomercial client can use their video assets as well as testimonials to drive their message constantly on the Web.

Webtaisticdeals.com has already landed its first customer, Longeva Labs from Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, the makers of Miraflex (http://www.miraflexworks.tv/), an over-the-counter topical medication for relief from aches and pains of the joints and muscles associated with arthritis, lower back pain, strains, sprains and bruising. Miraflex postings will appear on the webtasticdeals (http://www.webtasticdeals.com/miraflex) site. There will be client testimonials, product information and, in the future, an area that will allow customers to upload their own videos showing how Miraflex has helped them lead a healthier, happier and pain free life.

IPTVBoyz is a privately held company based in Denver, Colorado. IPTVBoyz are forward thinking web marketers who are experts at B to B, B to C and Brand Management on the web. For more information on IPTVBoyz and their new infomercial platform, contact Mark Eibner at 303-800-1006.

Leveraging future technologies to deliver measurable results for clients today!

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Contact Information Mark Eibner

IPTVBoyz, LLC

http://www.iptvboyz.com

303-800-1006



Vovici and CGA Partner to offer Customer Experience Measurement

Vovici and CGA Partner to offer Customer Experience Measurement

Leading CEM consultancy in the United Kingdom uses Vovici v4 to help clients track and improve customer experiences.

Dulles, VA (PRWEB) January 30, 2009 -- Vovici (voh-VEE-see), the leading provider of Enterprise Feedback Management (EFM) and survey software (http://www.vovici.com/), announces that CGA has selected the Vovici v4 platform to provide its clients with effective Customer Experience Measurement.

CGA, the leading customer experience consultancy in the United Kingdom, has developed an innovative Customer Heartbeat (http://www.cgaexperience.com/pdfs/customer_heartbeat.pdf)™ technique to pinpoint precisely what customers want. It traces every step of a customer journey, from product research through retail and online shopping to purchase and after sales, and monitors how customers feel at each interaction with the brand. From this, CGA determines where customers are satisfied and where action needs to be taken to improve their experience. The process includes a clear guide to communicating with customers, implementing changes and measuring their effect, to ensure consistent delivery of an experience that will delight the customer at every touchpoint.

"Vovici's survey, enterprise feedback management and online community software helps us gain deep insight into customer's needs and expectations informing our experience-strategy programs," said Chris Garthwaite, CEO and founder of CGA. "Vovici provides an innovative and cost-effective method for tracking a company's Customer Heartbeat™ over time."

CGA helps its clients answer four key questions:

1.    What value does customer experience have for your organization?

2.    What experience do your customers want?

3.    How can you improve the value of your Customer Experience?

4.    How can you implement a new Customer Experience into the business?

"We are excited that CGA has elected to work with Vovici," said Michael Douroux, Vice President of Global Alliances & Business Development for Vovici. "The combination of CGA expertise and Vovici software as a technology for measuring each stage of the customer experience makes this an excellent partnership that will help our customers thrive and grow during these challenging economic times."

Vovici and CGA are working together effective January 1, 2009.

About Vovici:

Vovici is the pioneer of Enterprise Feedback Management (http://www.vovici.com/survey-solutions/enterprise-feedback-management.aspx) (EFM), providing comprehensive survey software, panel management and online community solutions. Our survey tools enable organizations to centralize feedback data collection, build and manage proprietary panels, leverage corporate social networking, and utilize robust survey analytics and reporting. Our solutions increase customer loyalty, facilitate collaboration and innovation, influence critical business decisions and provide voice to online communities. Organizations worldwide, including more than half of the Fortune 500, rely on Vovici to gather feedback on customer satisfaction, perform market research and gauge employee satisfaction. Visit www.vovici.com for more information.

About CGA Experience:

CGA is the leading customer experience (http://www.cgaexperience.com) consultancy in the United Kingdom. We understand the landscape that customers inhabit, the kinds of emotional experience that shape their buying habits and how best to ensure their ongoing loyalty to a brand. And through this insight, we help companies deliver world-class customer experiences - the essential foundation of a more profitable business. Organizations throughout the United Kingdom, including many FTSE 100 companies, rely upon us to help put the customer at the heart of their business, in order to improve revenue and profitability through increased customer acquisition, value management and retention.

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Contact Information Jeffrey Henning

Vovici

http://www.vovici.com

703-481-9326



Klinedinst Announces Elevation of Robert Hatem, Ian Rambarran, and Greg Hensrude to Shareholder

Klinedinst Announces Elevation of Robert Hatem, Ian Rambarran, and Greg Hensrude to Shareholder

The California-based law firm of Klinedinst PC has announced that Robert Hatem, Ian Rambarran, and Gregor Hensrude have been named Shareholders. Hatem brings an extensive amount of complex business litigation experience to Klinedinst's Los Angeles office. Up in Sacramento, Rambarran has built a successful practice representing businesses in intellectual property disputes, transactional matters, and construction issues. Hensrude, the newest Shareholder in the firm's San Diego office, handles professional liability matters, and serves as general counsel for emerging growth companies.

San Diego, CA (PRWEB) January 30, 2009 -- Klinedinst PC is very pleased to announce that Robert J. Hatem, Ian A. Rambarran, and Gregor A. Hensrude have been elected to become Shareholders of the firm.

"These are three outstanding attorneys who have come into their own," noted John D. Klinedinst, CEO and Founder of Klinedinst PC. "Robert, Ian and Greg are true legal professionals who have demonstrated the highest levels of legal acumen and client service. We could not be prouder of their achievements, and they have truly earned the title of Shareholder."

Robert J. Hatem brings an extensive amount of litigation experience to Klinedinst's Los Angeles team. His practice caters to clients involved in complex business litigation. The cases he handles often involve commercial disputes, state and federal class actions, environmental, professional liability and real estate disputes. Clients often call upon Mr. Hatem to handle some of the most challenging cases, as well as high-stakes lawsuits where jobs and livelihoods are at risk. While attending law school, he was honored in the Philip C. Jessup International Moot Court Competition and was also awarded Dean's List Honors. Mr. Hatem was a member of the Phi Delta Phi legal fraternity. A graduate of the University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law (J.D. 1996) and San Diego State University (B.A. 1993), Mr. Hatem currently resides in Burbank, California with his wife and two daughters.

For more information on Mr. Hatem and his practice, please visit:

www.klinedinstlaw.com/profiles/attorney/roberthatem/

Ian A. Rambarran is only the second associate to be named Shareholder in the firm's Sacramento office. His practice caters to corporate clients, primarily representing businesses in intellectual property disputes, transactional matters, and construction issues. Mr. Rambarran represents developers, general contractors and subcontractors in high exposure, multi-million dollar cases relating to workmanship issues on multiunit complexes, as well as product liability cases for international and domestic manufacturers. He also handles significant IP cases involving trademark disputes, copyright infringement, and Internet law. Mr. Rambarran is a frequent contributor to journals on the subject of computers, technology, and the law. His writings have been cited in the Rutger's Computer and Technology Law Journal, Tulane Journal of Technology and Intellectual Property, the Daily Journal, Sacramento Lawyer, and other well-known publications. He is also active with the Sacramento County Bar Association, helping host annual symposiums on intellectual property issues. Mr. Rambarran is a graduate of the University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law (J.D. 2003), as well as Florida International University (B.A. 1998).

To review Mr. Rambarran's C.V., including his list of published articles, please click on:

www.klinedinstlaw.com/profiles/attorney/ianrambarran/

Gregor A. Hensrude is the newest Shareholder in Klinedinst's San Diego office. He maintains an active litigation and pre-litigation practice, focusing on representing professionals and corporations in a full range of matters. He is an integral part of the San Diego Professional Liability team, where his practice is focused on defending lawyers, accountants, and brokers in malpractice actions. Mr. Hensrude has assisted clients with regulatory actions and investigation, such as those before the National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD), the California Board of Accountancy, and the California State Bar. Mr. Hensrude also counsels emerging growth companies on contracts, antitrust issues, intellectual property, and other general counsel matters. He has experience in every aspect of litigation, from answering the complaint to cross-examining witnesses during a jury trial, and possesses a breadth of knowledge about the legal issues that impact large and small corporations. Mr. Hensrude graduated from University of Washington School of Law (J.D., 2003) and received his undergraduate from Western Washington University (B.A., 2000).

To learn more about Mr. Hensrude, please visit:

www.klinedinstlaw.com/profiles/attorney/gregorhensrude/

With these three associates joining the ranks of Klinedinst's other shareholders, the firm now boasts a total of 25 shareholders across its four offices. To learn more about the shareholders of the firm, please visit:

www.klinedinstlaw.com/about/shareholders/

About Klinedinst:

Klinedinst PC has achieved the highest rating for legal ability and ethical standards by Martindale-Hubbell. Serving local, national, and international clients since 1983, Klinedinst is a multi-disciplinary corporate law firm engaged in litigation, counseling, and transactional law practice throughout California. The firm serves clients from offices in San Diego, Orange County, Los Angeles, and Sacramento. For more information about the firm, please visit Klinedinst's comprehensive website at www.klinedinstlaw.com.

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Contact Information Scott Carr

619-239-8131



OnTheSnow: 'There's Even An App For That'

OnTheSnow: 'There's Even An App For That'

OnTheSnow.com featured in Apple's latest iPhone commercial. Snow Reports iPhone application allows users to select from more than 2,000 ski areas and track up to 16 favorite resorts.

Orinda, CA (PRWEB) January 30, 2009 -- Apple's brand new iPhone television and Web commercial opens with, "What's great about the iPhone is that if you want to check snow conditions on the mountain, there's an app for that."

What's the app? It's Snow Reports provided by OnTheSnow.com, of course, the #1 most visited pure snow sports Web site in the world. The app costs $1.99 and can be purchased by clicking the Mobile OnTheSnow (http://www.onthesnow.com/mobile) tab on the top right of the home page or directly from the Apple iPhone Apps Store.

Look for the ad on major television programs such as "Law And Order", "Late Night With Conan O'Brien", "Jimmy Kimmel Live!", "My Name Is Earl", "The Office" and many more, as well as on the Web.

The Snow Reports app offers the ability to create a personalized report of your favorite ski resorts worldwide. Select from among more than 2,000 resorts and track up to 16 favorite resorts.

Find out if the resort is open or closed, check surface conditions, new snow, and base depths. A full report, weather conditions and forecasts and cams are one click away.

The reports are available in English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Norwegian, and Swedish.

View the new commercial at OnTheSnow.com (http://www.onthesnow.com/news/a/5774/onthesnow-theres-even-an-app-for-that).

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Contact Information Paul Doherty

Mountain News Corporation

http://www.onthesnow.com/mobile

925-254-4456



DigitalSignage.com Releases User Generated News Aggregation Tool for Digital Sign Industry

DigitalSignage.com Releases User Generated News Aggregation Tool for Digital Sign Industry

In an effort to bring industry articles, blogs, news, and information into one place, DigitalSignage.com has created a custom news aggregation site for the digital signage industry. Interested Digital Signage users and consumers alike can now submit news stories, comment on recent articles, and suggest interesting and relevant information be posted to the news feed.

(PRWEB) January 30, 2009 -- In an effort to bring industry articles, blogs (www.digitalsignage.com/blog), news, and information into one place, DigitalSignage.com (www.digitalsignage.com) has created a custom news aggregation site for the digital signage industry. Interested Digital Signage users and consumers alike can now submit news stories, comment on recent articles, and suggest interesting and relevant information be posted to the news feed (www.digitalsignage.com/news).

"The site's software seamlessly aggregates multiple feeds which are managed, filtered, and approved by an administrator," said Nate Nead, company President. "In addition, users can submit industry stories, news, whitepapers and articles they have discovered from across the Web. Essentially, the site is similar to Digg or Slashdot, but with a narrow focus on the digital signage industry."

Registered users are able to submit their own press releases, unique stories, digital signage news (www.digitalsignage.com/news), and industry insights as well as provide commentary on articles and other user postings within the site. In this way, DigitalSignage.com aims to educate readers and facilitate greater discussion for the emerging digital signage industry.

The release of DigitalSignage.com also comes complete with a digital signage industry glossary, directory, blog (www.digitalsignage.com/blog), and a guest article feed. The new directory contains complete information for approximately 2,000 industry leading businesses which provide services and products for digital signage consumers. Also contained in the site's features are two article feeds where digital signage leaders can share their insights as the industry continues to evolve.

When asked to share future plans for the site, Nead coyly, but assuredly remarked, "We are excited about the official launch of the site and look forward to the unique features that will be added in the future...you'll just need to watch and see!"

About Digital Signage:

Digital signage, a dynamic content distribution medium, allows digital displays to be networked and managed remotely from a single control point. Remote management is often performed through a server. Content on such networks are dynamic and can be changed on a whim by a network administrator. Currently, thousands of companies worldwide help to provide services within this growing industry, while thousands more are currently benefiting from simple content distribution intended to educate, advertise, and enlighten audiences.

About DigitalSignage.com:

DigitalSignage.com (www.digitalsignage.com) is managed by a group of leading digital signage industry enthusiasts, Web entrepreneurs, salespeople and search engine optimizers.

For advertising opportunities or to be listed in the company directory, please contact Ryan Nead at 801-866-9808, or email him via sales (at) digitalsignage (dot) com.

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Contact Information Ryan Nead

DigitalSignage.com

http://www.digitalsignage.com

801-866-9808



Jokeroo.com Announces Multi-Language Support

Jokeroo.com Announces Multi-Language Support

Jokeroo.com adds support for over 10 different languages, including Spanish, French, German, Chinese and many more.

Toronto, ON (PRWEB) January 30, 2009 -- Jokeroo.com, a property of JMG, has announced today that the website will now host multiple language support. The varieties of languages that will now be supported on Jokeroo.com are English, French, Spanish, German, Chinese, Japanese, Serbian, Korean, Italian, Hebrew, Hindi and many more.

"With our on going effort to expand into a global brand, the multi-language feature takes us a step closer to our goal" says Chris Pavlovski, CEO of JMG Inc. "No matter where you are, no matter what language you speak, regardless of economy, entertainment becomes a universal language on Jokeroo."

According to comScore, Jokeroo has led various non English speaking markets across the world including Portuguese Brazil and French Canada. Multi-language support should fuel rapid growth in these markets and allow the possibilities for expansion into many more.

JMG - short for Jolt Media Group Inc is a leading internet company with multiple brands in various online channels. Existing for over 8 years the group of properties boasts over 25 million unique visitors monthly and over 1 million subscribers. http://jmg.com

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Contact Information CHRIS PAVLOVSKI

JMG - Jolt Media Group

http://www.jmg.com

4169991267



Thursday, January 29, 2009

Quickflix releases new DVD catalogue of most expensive films

Quickflix releases new DVD catalogue of most expensive films

Quickflix has published a new online DVD catalogue allowing site users to find and rent DVDs for the most expensive films ever made. The catalogue contains some of the most successful and unsuccessful film spectacles in the history of Hollywood.

Melbourne, VIC (PRWEB) January 29, 2009 -- Quickflix has published a new online DVD catalogue allowing site users to find and rent DVDs for the most expensive films ever made. The catalogue contains some of the most successful and unsuccessful film spectacles in the history of Hollywood.

The movie hire (http://www.quickflix.com.au/) catalogue is divided into two lists. The first lists the most expensive films accounting for inflation (Source: Forbes via Box Office Mojo adjusted for 2006 dollars). The second list ranks films based on their production costs, not adjusted for inflation (Source: Wikipedia via IMDB estimates).

Quickflix Head of Content Joe Forte commented that the films in this catalogue are characterised by the presence of one or two key elements: large scale visual or physical effects. "A cast may demand a small fortune, but when it takes hundreds of hours for highly skilled computer graphics professionals to animate, render and bring to life a single frame of film, you can see how much investment is required by studios."

"To a large degree, physical effects will be increasingly replaced with computer effects in the years ahead, but studios employ cutting edge technologies with these films, which is never cheap," said Forte.

"Working with water has long been a considered an expensive and frustrating exercise in filmmaking. This is supported with the presence of films in this catalogue such as Waterworld, Pirates of the Caribbean, The Perfect Storm, Master and Commander, Speed 2 and Titanic," said Forte.

"The catalogue contains an interesting combination of hits and misses. And some of these misses may have been very painful given the cost of production. Terminator 3 was very highly anticipated but it fell short with many fans and the box office. Alexander was directed by Oliver Stone and was based on an iconic historical character but had limited commercial success. Both, however, pale to the legacy of Waterworld, generally regarded as the first of the mega-flops," Forte commented.

"On the other hand, The Matrix franchise generated a lot of action at the box office during its run. Spiderman 2 is seen to have started the gold rush associated with popular comic adaptations. And Titanic may have been expensive but it was worth every penny, sweeping the Oscars and going on to become the highest grossing film of all time."

Quickflix is an online DVD rental (http://www.quickflix.com.au/) service with over 26,000 subscribers who can access over 35,000 titles, more than 15 times the range of an average video store. The DVD and movie hire (http://www.quickflix.com.au/) service allows users to create a Queue of DVDs, which is an online list of DVD titles the member wishes to see. Quickflix then sends members the DVDs in their Queue in order of preference. To help members add DVDs to their Queue, Quickflix often publishes collections and lists of DVDs linked by a theme.

"Our lists usually get a fair amount of attention from our DVD rental (http://www.quickflix.com.au/) subscribers. Even if users do not add DVDs to their Queue from our lists, they still browse through them out of curiosity," said Forte.

Quickflix's DVD rental catalogue of the most expensive films ever made can be found here: http://www.quickflix.com.au/Public/Tools/ViewCategory.aspx?CategoryID=55

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Contact Information Gerard Brancato

Quickflix

http://www.quickflix.com.au/

+618-9347-4904



Quickflix Releases New DVD Catalogue of All Time Oscar Winners

Quickflix Releases New DVD Catalogue of All Time Oscar Winners

Quickflix has published a new online DVD catalogue allowing site users to find and rent nearly every ACADEMY AWARD® winning film that has won a best film, best director, best actor, best actress, best supporting actor or best supporting actress OSCAR®.

Melbourne, VIC (PRWEB) January 29, 2009 -- Quickflix has published a new online DVD catalogue allowing site users to find and rent nearly every *ACADEMY AWARD® winning film that has won a best film, best director, best actor, best actress, best supporting actor or best supporting actress *OSCAR®.

"It's not like you could walk into a video store and find a shelf with all the Oscar winning films on the one shelf, divided up into the different award categories," said Quickflix Head of Content Joe Forte.

"We've got over 35,000 titles in our DVD hire (http://www.quickflix.com.au/MemberExtras) catalogue, and we have been able to compile nearly all of the winning films in each of the best picture, director, actor and actress award categories. Given that the awards have recognised films from as far back as 1927, some of those titles are incredibly rare and you wouldn't find them in your local video store. Best supporting actor and actress awards have been awarded for films made from 1936 so they go back a long way as well, but they're also available for rental," said Forte.

There have been 81 best picture, best director and best actress Oscar winners and 80 best actor Oscar winners. Of those, Quickflix has 73 best picture DVD titles, 70 best director titles, 60 best actor titles and 59 best actress titles.

There have also been 72 Oscars awarded in each of the best supporting actor and actress categories, with Quickflix having 56 best supporting actor titles and 56 best supporting actress title.

"There are not too many video stores, if any, that can put one title in a whole range of different, very specific sections so this is one of the advantages of online DVD rental (http://www.quickflix.com.au/). Having a library of more than 35,000 DVD titles available to browse online by way of different themes and characteristics allows us to suggest and present DVD content in ways not possible with the traditional video store model," said Forte.

Quickflix is an online DVD rental service with over 26,000 subscribers who can access over 35,000 titles, more than 15 times the range of an average video store. The DVD rental service allows users to create a Queue of DVDs, which is an online list of DVD titles the member wishes to see. Quickflix then sends members the DVDs in their Queue in order of preference. To help members add DVDs to their Queue, Quickflix often publishes collections and lists of DVDs linked by a theme.

"Our DVD lists and catalogues usually get a fair amount of attention from our DVD rental (http://www.quickflix.com.au/) subscribers. Even if a user does not add any DVDs to their Queue from a list, they still browse through them out of sheer curiosity," said Forte.

Quickflix's DVD rental catalogue of Academy Award winning films can be found here: http://www.quickflix.com.au/Public/Tools/ViewCategory.aspx?CategoryID=45

For a full list of Academy Award winning films in each category, please visit: http://www.oscars.org/index.html

*ACADEMY AWARD® is the registered trademark and service mark of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. OSCAR® is the registered trademark and service mark of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.

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Contact Information Gerard Brancato

Quickflix

http://www.quickflix.com.au/

+618-9347-4904

DVD rental

http://www.quickflix.com.au/



5 Necessary Items for MLM Companies to Understand Distributors in a New Era of Technology

5 Necessary Items for MLM Companies to Understand Distributors in a New Era of Technology

Bill Ganz and Steve Aust Founders of FastTrack™ Online Marketing, Inc. are leading the way in the development of monetized social networks for Multi-Level Marketing and direct sales companies. They are helping companies understand their potential customers in this new era of technology.

Los Angeles, CA -- Bill Ganz, Founder and CEO of More Media Group, Inc., and its subsidiary FastTrack™ Online Marketing, Inc. (www.fasttrackonlinemarketing.com), Southern California based companies has been helping small to large distributor companies for years in developing simple to understand and user interfaces for their distributor bases.

Many of these companies are part of the Multi-Level Marketing Industry or affiliate based marketing businesses.

Typically Multi-Level Marketing companies rely on distributors for getting the word out and advertising their products. FastTrack™ Online Marketing, Inc. is helping companies to understand the power of hiring experienced web based digital agencies with MLM experience of which FastTrack™ Online Marketing, Inc. is the first.

This is an additive process to the traditional means of distribution. In tandem, these two marketing disciplines; traditional and new - have created an unfair advantage in Conversational Marketing.

The leader in this category is clearly, FastTrack™ Online Marketing, Inc. because of its extensive background and knowledge in the Multi-Level Marketing disciplines which comes from years of experience in this field.

More Media Group, Inc. has many award winning years in Multi-Media Production, Live Events and Training and now Monetizing Social Networks for Multi-Level Marketing companies. FastTrack™ Online Marketing, Inc. has recently launched and consulted on the launch for one of its customer's new networks - www.mysocialincome.com and www.mysocialincome.biz. This is a hybrid strategy of technology and roll up technique never seen before.

More Media Group, Inc. was the recipient of the DV Awards for the development and implementation of its interactive, multi-media "Networkers Edge" Training Program.

This International competition recognizes outstanding achievement in digital video. Networkers Edge, was seventy-eight, 5-minute messages delivered to the distributor five days a week for six months. These messages were tutorials that the distributor paid for in order to gain the knowledge necessary to understand, at a glance, the power of Home-Based Business and Multi-Level Marketing. The program was one of the first Social Networks ever created that had bio-demographic information where the distributors interacted with forums, against the content and the media was structured on a time-based delivery.

"It is more psychology than technology" stated Bill Ganz Founder and CEO of FastTrack™ Online Marketing, Inc., "and when companies start to realize and implement simple strategies; their success is just around the corner."

More people are not only looking to supplement their current income but to replace lost income and savings. As a result small Home Based Businesses and Multi-Level Marketing are flourishing. Understanding that technology can be over whelming and scary to many people companies need to apply the "K.I.S.S." principal (Keep It Simply Simple) more now than ever. People do not want to get a college education in order to learn how to interface with the company's website and back offices. They want good training and simple processes that allow them to focus on their main goal which is to sell and distribute products in order to earn an income.

Says FastTrack™ Online Marketing, Inc., Founders, Steve Aust and Bill Ganz "A company can have all the technological skills in the world but if they don't understand that it ultimately relates to the psychology of the person that they are directing their message to, they are headed for failure." they also stated "in today's economy the Entrepreneur in search of an opportunity has many choices, so the companies that make it easy for the individual to build a financially rewarding business, has the best chance of success. "

Multi-Level Marketing companies do very well in up economies. MLM and Direct Selling do extraordinarily well in downed economies. This is why there is always such an uptick in the Home Based Business industry during downed economies.

In a world of overwhelm and information overload people are seeking out simple ways to earn extra income and spend their time effectively. There are 5 basic criteria's companies need to understand and implement; FastTrack™ Online Marketing, Inc. is the expert in this area. The 5 criteria's are:

1. Use technology to simplify, not complicate.

2. Use 5th grade education in explaining your processes.

3. Stay away from all the flash and glitz and Hollywood production techniques that are great for the big screen but only cause your distributor to be distracted from the main goal.

4. Keep everything in bite-size pieces. It's easier to absorb and remember.

5. Make sure your support staff is well trained in the area of personal communication and they fully understand the systems and can "simply" instruct people on its use.

Discover how FastTrack™ Online Marketing, Inc. systems can help your business succeed in today's economy by visiting www.fasttrackonlinemarketing.com. You can also download a free copy of the award winning book "Belonging Networks" by Bill Ganz.

FastTrack™ Online Marketing, Inc. is available for media interviews and guest appearances by contacting:

Bill Ganz

MORE Media Group, Inc.

310.937.9663

www.fasttrackonlinemarketing.com

www.billganz.com

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Contact Information Bill Ganz

MORE Media Group, Inc.

http://www.fasttrackonlinemarketing.com

310-937-9663



Infinity Business Systems Announces Successful Completion of Managed Service Provider Accreditation for Client Network Operations Center

Infinity Business Systems Announces Successful Completion of Managed Service Provider Accreditation for Client Network Operations Center

Infinity Business Systems joins an elite group of organizations, becoming the 50th MSP Alliance accredited Managed Services Provider globally and the only accredited provider in the Tampa, Orlando and Atlanta markets.

Tampa, FL (PRWEB) January 29, 2009 -- Infinity Business Systems (IBS), a leading provider of Managed IT Services and Hosted Solutions for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), announced today that it has received accreditation under the Managed Service Provider (MSP) Alliance Managed Services Accreditation Program (MSAP), including certification of their Client Network Operations Center (CNOC). IBS joins an elite group of organizations, becoming the 50th accredited provider globally and the only accredited provider in the Tampa, Orlando, and Atlanta markets.

MSAP is the first program of its kind, specifically designed to provide customers of MSPs with the assurance that the services provider they hire meets or exceeds the highest principles of quality in the areas of financial stability, positive channel practices, product research and development, and MSP customer satisfaction.

Accreditation requires a written exam, professional references, MSP client references, certain financial disclosures, and an on-site inspection. IBS submitted its managed service infrastructure and services for MSP Alliance accreditation based on its ability to provide 24x7x365 monitoring and management of customer's networks. A key benefit of IBS' managed services is that the CNOC allows clients to check their network status in real time, submit trouble tickets, change requests, and view monthly performance reports.

"Attaining the MSP Alliance NOC Accreditation is a noteworthy accomplishment for Infinity Business Systems." said Terry Hedden, founder and CEO of IBS. "Providing our customers with the security of knowing their information is safe and confidential has always been our top priority."

The MSP Alliance's Code of Ethics and Conduct provides a defined set of standards that every Alliance member agrees to meet and uphold. It covers client confidentiality, avoiding conflicts of interests, and dealing with clients in a professional manner. For a complete list of the ethical standards required by the MSPA, please visit :

www.mspalliance.com/why-mspa/mspalliances-code-ethics-conduct

About Infinity Business Systems

Infinity Business Systems (IBS) is a leading provider of technology consulting and IT management solutions. IBS' managed solutions offer clients the comfort of a monthly, fixed price solution with a service model based on preventative maintenance and rapid problem resolution across a client's entire IT infrastructure. IBS clients focus on running their business instead of keeping their business running. IBS' services include managed services, computer repair, IT consulting, network security, computer monitoring, remote help desk, and computer and network management.

Infinity Business Systems Corporate Headquarters is located at 4801 George Road Suite 150, Tampa, FL 33634. Additional offices are located in Orlando, Sarasota, and Atlanta. To learn more about IBS' Managed IT Services, call (877) 977-4427 or visit www.ibsfl.com.

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Contact Information Jackie Bailey

Infinity Business Systems

http://www.ibsfl.com

813-514-4427



HomePros Launches New Social Networking Community for Home Improvement and Green Living

HomePros Launches New Social Networking Community for Home Improvement and Green Living

Social Networking Platform to Feature Open-Source CMS, and CRM integration (Social CRM) to provide the first functional service based marketplace for the Home Improvement Community.

Austin, TX (PRWEB) January 29, 2009 -- Home Improvement Pros, Inc. (HomePros) today announced the launch of the new HomePros Community, a free social network for home improvement and green living (http://www.homepros.com/greenhouse). The new social network incorporates an open-source content management system (CMS) which empowers users to easily create content, connect with the member community at large and collaborate on home improvement. Based in Austin, Texas, the home of the green movement, HomePros plans to leverage its exposure to the general home improvement community to widely promote environmentally friendly and cost saving products and services.

"We think the combination of an active social networking community with easy-to-use tools that help homeowners in the home improvement (http://www.homepros.com) process, and home professionals grow and manage their business, is a unique value proposition -- something missing in the market today and the future of our industry," said Phillip Rather, HomePros' CEO. "If we can provide these services through technology and expose our audience to a greater good, I would call that a win-win. With the current housing market and overall economic climate, things that keep equity in your home and save in day to day life are becoming paramount."

The HomePros BETA Community is available today at www.homepros.com for users to visit and sign-up for a free membership. HomePros heavily encourages "green thinkers" to join and use the site as a platform to get their voice out. Over the coming months, HomePros will release a suite of modules that allow Homeowners and Service Providers the ability to easily communicate and work together through Estimating, CRM, and Project Management applications.

About HomePros:

HomePros provides innovative, quality and value-add web resources, software as a service (SaaS) and directory-based social networking solutions to empower homeowners and home professionals in the worldwide home improvement market and green lifestyle. With a focus on sustainable living and the environment, HomePros' mission is to become the only true service based marketplace on the web by uniting the home improvement world through community and productivity tools. Founded in 2006, HomePros is headquartered in Austin, Texas with offices in Atlanta, Georgia.

For more information about HomePros, please contact:

Phillip Rather, CEO

Home Improvement Pros, Inc.

12708 Riata Vista Circle, Suite A-106

Austin, TX 78727

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Contact Information Phillip Rather

HomePros

http://www.homepros.com

5125899437



Nitronet Media Launches Yet Another Set of Chat Rooms

Nitronet Media Launches Yet Another Set of Chat Rooms

Nitronet media extends its demographic reach with yet another set of online chat rooms.

London, England (PRWEB) January 29, 2009 -- Nitronet Media expands to extend their market share within the online chat sector.

While Chat-up.co.uk has been around since 2002, Nitronet Media has recently revamped the web site to make it more appealing to a broader audience. Currently, chat-up.co.uk receives 1000's of visitors a day providing both an entertaining place to pass time as well as a great place to connect with friends and family who may be out of the Country. The concept of online web based chat (http://www.chat-up.co.uk) rooms is intended to allow users a functional client free place to chat.

Chat-up.co.uk is great for getting in touch with people outside of the Country since they use a Java applet that doesn't require any sort of client side instant messaging application. This allows users to login anywhere without needing installation privileges to chat. A user could log on from a coffee shop or from the comfort of their home computer. There are currently eight chat rooms open to the public. These chat rooms include UK Chat Room, College Chat, USA Chat Room, Canada Chat (http://www.chat-up.co.uk/canada-chat-room.php), Teen Singles, Teen Lounge, Pool Party, and Roleplaying Chat. Other chat rooms are also planned for the future.

David Murray, owner of NitroNet Media said "Chat-up.co.uk expands our demographics outside of just teen related chat and opens up a lot of possibilities for adults to get involved with using our chat services. We also are reaching out to Canada, USA as well as the UK to give residents somewhere they can chat about events and news in their local Country. We are striving to make this yet another major destination web site for chatters around the globe".

Nitronet Media is a network of over ten websites, targeting both the teenage and adult demographic. Their aim is to provide users with useful, entertaining content and features which encourages great growth and a very loyal user-base.

Contact:

David Murray

http://www.nitronet.co.uk

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Contact Information David Murray

Nitronet Media

http://www.chat-up.co.uk

442820880111



Alumwire and TalentDrive Announce Partnership

Alumwire and TalentDrive Announce Partnership

Offering Most Effective Specialty Talent Sourcing Solution - Finally a Way to Find the "Purple Squirrel"

Chicago, IL (PRWEB) January 29, 2009 -- TalentDrive, the producer of the innovative SaaS recruitment technology, TalentFilterSM, and Alumwire, the leading platform that bridges the gap between alumni networks and recruiters through resume collections, job postings, and their unique chat booth technology, have announced a strategic partnership that offers clients the most targeted search capabilities to fill their hiring needs.

This partnership combines the powerful sourcing ability of TalentFilterSM with the expansive resources and connections available through Alumwire. By combining forces, Alumwire clients will be able to first reach highly qualified and interested resumes through Alumwire's professional database and then utilize TalentFilterSM's advanced search to sweep the open web, accumulating like-kind resumes to fill their pipeline. This partnership offers the most effective solution to finding the "needle in the haystack"--a challenge many firms are facing during this difficult economic situation. Alumwire possess one of the most specialized databases in the industry, while TalentFilterSM offers the ability to continuously generate equally qualified talent, allowing clients to maintain a strong and competitive pipeline.

The Alumwire Professional Network™ provides an open, internet-based Professional Media platform for individuals, schools, and corporations to interact. Features include: job search, recruiting, career enhancement, and other business pursuits. Alumwire serves alumni, schools and corporations through virtual career fairs, resume databases, job postings, online chat, video posts and offline events. Some of the alumni networks available through AlumWire include Pepperdine University, Berkeley Alum, Columbia University, Andersen Alum, Consumer Packaged Goods Alum, Texes Exes, Rensselaer Alumni Association, UC Davis Alumni Association, and the UCSC Alumni Association. Alumwire makes a direct connection between the qualified talent and the open positions, fulfilling supply for their clients' hiring demands. TalentDrive's advanced sourcing tool TalentFilterSM allows clients to continue gathering highly qualified resumes of the same caliber as found in Alumwire's database, by searching over 11,000 free and paid job boards and social networks and then generating results in one, easy-to-use location. In combination, these two technologies bring needed improvements to the recruitment process by offering a solution that makes finding specific talent for unique hiring needs possible.

"Essentially, we are teaming with one of the most focused suppliers of specialty talent databases to assist in augmenting the growth and vibrancy of Alumwire Talent Networks. This partnership is game changing in the specialty-hire arena. We feel strongly this product combination offers clients the most effective way to find specific talent and are pleased to offer a solution at an opportune time," Sean Bisceglia, CEO TalentDrive.

About TalentDrive:

TalentDrive has released TalentFilterSM, the industry's most innovative SaaS internet recruiting solution. Over 55 Global Companies have developed one of the most easy-to-use, on-demand, talent sourcing and recruitment tools on the market. For subscribers, the recruitment technology sweeps and unifies thousands of paid and free resume databases in one location. TalentFilter then matches and hierarchies the results, and provides contact through auto scheduling for candidate interviews, specifically chosen by the company. In addition, through powerful analytics, companies are able to manage ROI for online recruiting. One search, one location, one technology. Thousands of sources.

For more information, visit www.talentdrive.com.

About Alumwire:

Alumwire is an interactive network for students and alumni to find jobs, internships and other employment opportunities through the patent-pending, virtual, on-line recruiting fairs. Alumwire provides job seekers with professional networks, communications tools, forums, events and other services in assisting job seekers locate desired positions. This new service is expanding rapidly and represents a 21st century approach to job search and hiring. Colleges and universities are using Alumwire to enhance their career placement services for recent graduates as well as their alumni and corporate alumni organizations, like The Digital Alumni, offer these services to their members when they are seeking new positions. Corporations are rapidly joining Alumwire as a ready access to talent in a more cost effective way from college, university and general talent markets.

For more information, visit www.alumwire.com.

Media Contact:

Alissa Gothard

TalentDrive

312.676.4204

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Contact Information Alissa Gothard

TalentDrive

http://www.talentdrive.com

312-676-4204