Industry Veterans Al Hamman and Judith Halleran Team to Promote International Trade
International marketing team reunites to provide US marketing assistance to companies abroad.
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IBVServices (https://www.weverify4u.com/) launches on-line insurance benefits verification service to fill market void. The company's goal is to improve a dental and specialty medical practitioner's two primary concerns: Office efficiency and prompt payment of claims. IBVServices relieves some of the administrative burden providing an excellent insurance verification service allowing staff to be much more efficient doing tasks directly related to patient care.
Plymouth Technology Announces Promotion
Tim Laube promoted to Vice President, Sales and Marketing
Wakefield Development Company Celebrates First Home Closing in Technology-Driven Master-Planned Community
Renaissance Park, a Wakefield Development Company master-planned community, has announced the closing of its first homeowner. The milestone was celebrated when Ed and Jenny Rogers christened the new community pool with their son, Graham. The Rogers family chose the technology-centered Renaissance Park community because of the proximity to the growing downtown Raleigh area, as well as the family-friendly environment.
Angel.com Integrates Secure Voice Authentication Technology from VoiceVerified®
Voice matching allows callers to securely identify themselves in seconds while reducing costs.
Gridlogix Selected as the Governor's 2007 Technology Company of the Year
Presenting the award to Gridlogix President Carter Williams, Missouri Governor Matt Blunt said, "Gridlogix represents the best in innovation and as a strong partner with Missouri state government, the best in public private partnerships. Gridlogix is responsible for allowing Missouri state government to save millions of dollars in energy and maintenance costs."
Sun Media Advisory Board Unveils Findings Around Top Challenges Facing Digital Media Industry: Advisory Board Established to Identify and Solve
Sun Microsystems, Inc. (Nasdaq:JAVA) announced the formation of the Sun Media Advisory Board (Sun MAB) today at the 2008 NAB Show. Sun MAB is an executive advisory board guided by Sun and leading media industry executives that is focused on identifying and solving key challenges found in today's digital media distribution industry.
Industry Leader NewRiver Taps Crossbow Group for Lead Generation and Event Support Campaigns Effort
Financial services solution provider NewRiver®, Inc. has selected Crossbow Group to develop and execute offline and online lead generation and event support campaigns for its flagship FundPOINT® product line that ensures brokerage firms, plan providers, service providers, and insurance companies with an advisor network have Compliance-Grade(SM) data for the mutual funds they sell and service.
A Booming Demand For CO2 Monitors, ZyAura Comes Up With The Best Technology
According to excess CO2 emission causes human sickness, more CO2 detectors become important in our daily life. ZyAura, a subsidiary company of Radiant Innovation Inc., releases CO2 Monitor with IR-SoC technology this year.
Leading Online Real Estate Company Seals the Deal by Having Home Buyers and Sellers 'DocuSign It' Real-a-Save Uses eSignature Technology to Close De
DocuSign today announced that Real-a-Save has been using eSignature technology from DocuSign to reduce the time it takes for an agent to close deals and sign up new clients from several days to in some cases less than one hour. Instead of the usual week or longer to have paper documents signed using traditional mail, high priced couriers, overnight delivery, or unreliable fax machines, Real-a-Save can now close a deal or sign up a new client in under an hour. Not only is this a huge productively boost for both buyers and sellers, it assures Real-a-Save that they have won the business and locked out the competition.
ECPI College of Technology Announces Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration Program
ECPI College of Technology is pleased to announce a new Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration program to be offered at Virginia Beach, Newport News, and Northern Virginia campuses, as well as Online. The Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration program will be focused in the areas of management, entrepreneurship, e-commerce and search engine marketing, project management, and accounting, with an emphasis on international business.
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Pet Pampering and Pet Health Insurance Drive Pet Industry Sales to Another All Time High, According to the APPMA
GREENWICH, Conn. (Business Wire EON) March 4, 2008 -- In 2008, Americans' spending on pets is projected to be higher than ever at $43.4 billion. Here's a look at how the costs break down.
Category 2007 Actual 2008 Estimate % Growth
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2008 vs
($ Billion) ($ Billion) 2007
Food 16.2 16.9 4.2
Supplies/ OTC Med 9.8 10.3 5.5
Veterinary Care 10.1 10.9 8.5
Live Animal Purchases 2.1 2.1 2.2
Other Services 3 3.2 6.9
Total 41.2 43.4 5.6
An increase in pampering and gift giving has fueled the industry as more pet parents continue to treat their pets like members of the family.
"We're noticing more baby boomers are pet owners and they are treating their pets like members of the family. For empty-nesters, pets are filling a void in their lives and they're showing their appreciation to their pets," said APPMA President, Bob Vetere.
Pet insurance currently has over 2.0 million subscribers and is projected to grow to 5-7% of all pet owners in 2010.
"Again, our pets are being treated like members of the family. Pet owners want to protect themselves and their pets against unexpected medical expenses. This category is rising fast," said Vetere.
Other areas of note include an increase in high-end grooming services, such as pet hotels, pet spas and doggie day cares. High-end products in general are on the rise, as is gift giving and new product introductions and innovation.
"The pet industry continues to grow at a record pace and the future is no exception. Pet owners and the companies providing pet products and services show no sign of letting up."
The American Pet Products Manufacturer's Association (APPMA) is the leading not-for-profit trade association serving the interests of the pet products industry since 1958. APPMA membership includes more than 1,000 pet product manufacturers, their representatives, importers and livestock suppliers representing both large corporations and growing business enterprises. APPMA's mission is to promote, develop and advance pet ownership and the pet product industry and to provide the services necessary to help its members prosper. Visit www.appma.org for more information.
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