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KARE 11 Names Eric Perkins Weeknight Sports Anchor
July 19, 2012
GOLDEN VALLEY, MN -- (Marketwire) -- 07/19/12 -- KARE 11 Television announced Eric Perkins as the weeknight sports anchor for the 5, 6, and 10 p.m. newscasts. Perkins joins Julie Nelson, Randy Shaver, and Belinda Jensen at the anchor desk. He will also serve as KARE 11's sports director."Eric brings his definitive, pro-active style to sports anchoring as he joins the strongest weeknight anchor team in the Twin Cities," said John Remes, President and General Manager of KARE 11."Our new weeknight anchor team is a multimedia powerhouse. Now more than ever, we'll be working togethe [...]
Savage Race Teams Up With Uproar PR
July 19, 2012
Duo Looks to Nationalize Brand, Take Endurance Sports World by Storm [...]
The Dominican Republic Requests WTO Consultations With Australia Concerning Plain Packaging for Tobacco Products
July 18, 2012
GENEVA -- (Marketwire) -- 07/18/12 -- The Dominican Republic today requested formal consultations with Australia under the dispute settlement procedures of the World Trade Organization ("WTO") in response to the Australian government's plain packaging laws for tobacco products.Australia will require all tobacco products to be sold in plain packaging by 1st December 2012. Packaging will become a standardized green brown colour without logos or other design features, a move that will prevent products, in particular premium products such as Dominican cigars, from using their well-known [...]
Mobile Data Now Gives a Clearer Reach Metric in Facebook Says Punch
July 18, 2012
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM -- (Marketwire) -- 07/18/12 -- The addition of mobile data to the reach measurement of Facebook's Insights platform has now made it easier for brands to accurately track the number of users they are reaching, according to integrated PR, search and Punch Communications.Whereas previously the reach metric measured the total unique impressions originating from desktop computers, Facebook has now rolled mobile data into this figure, providing brands with a more accurate way of tracking how many users they are reaching on a daily, weekly and monthly basis, and as such how t [...]
PENSRUS Pens Social Responsibility With Eco-Friendly BIC Products
July 17, 2012
NEW YORK, NY -- (Marketwire) -- 07/17/12 -- With summer getting ready to wrap up and the celebrations of our Independence Day commencing, PENSRUS has found the rest of the summer the perfect time to promote social responsibility with the BIC Ecolutions line of eco-friendly and miscellaneous giveaways. PENSRUS, a leader in the business pens industry and a customer favorite on Resellerratings.com, is committed to minimizing environmental impacts while accomplishing the dual goal of business promotion and social responsibility.BIC Ecolutions pens are made from 74% recycled materials, meet stric [...]
Research Now Launches Its Research Now Mobile(TM) Platform, Helping to Deliver Mobile Surveys to Consumers via Apps and Web Apps
July 16, 2012
Innovative Research Platform Offers Full Survey Functionality to Deliver Unprecedented Mobile Data Collection [...]
McElhanney’s Leon Botham Appointed R-D Program Director for CEMI
July 15, 2012
VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA -- (Marketwire) -- 07/15/12 -- Editors note: There is a photo associated with this press release.is pleased to announce the appointment of Leon Botham, MSCE, PEng, as R&D Program Director for Environment & Sustainability with , the Centre for Excellence in Mining Innovation.A recognized mining expert and industry leader, Leon joined McElhanney in February 2011, leading the company's venture into the Saskatchewan market. In addition to his role as Vice President, Saskatchewan Region, Leon oversees McElhanney's mining operations. He is also the current Presid [...]
British Travel Awards 2012…We Think We Deserve Your Vote!
July 13, 2012
HEMEL HEMPSTEAD, UNITED KINGDOM -- (Marketwire) -- 07/13/12 -- Voting is now open for the British Travel Awards 2012 and Haven are really thrilled to have been nominated in three categories. We believe we offer the best family holidays at Haven and would love you to vote for us, read on to see if you think we deserve your vote.Best Family Holiday Company - it might sound like a cliche but the customer really is at the heart of everything we do at Haven. Every year we conduct research with our guests, we talk to them face to face in small groups and show them our brochure to check that it's an [...]
Advantex Marketing International Inc.-Prepayment of Debentures
July 12, 2012
TORONTO, ONTARIO -- (Marketwire) -- 07/12/12 -- Advantex Marketing International Inc. (CNSX: ADX) (Advantex or the Company) announced today that, pursuant to a debt prepayment agreement, it has prepaid $310,033 in the aggregate principal amount of $1,000 face value secured non-convertible debentures of Advantex (the Marketing Debentures) plus $12,129.51 of accrued and unpaid interest thereon and that its subsidiary, Advantex Dining Corporation (the Subsidiary), pursuant to a second debt prepayment agreement, has prepaid $66,000 in the aggregate principal amount of $1,000 face value secured n [...]
Alberta Barley Commission: Barley Fibre Helps Lower Cholesterol and Risk of Heart Disease
July 12, 2012
Health Canada approves claim for food products containing barley fibre [...]
32Red Casino Announces the Release of THE DARK KNIGHT(TM) Online Slot Game
July 12, 2012
THE DARK KNIGHT Online Slot Game Promises the Same Action-Packed Thrills as the Legendary Motion Picture [...]
ALTOUR Expands Georgia Presence With Acquisition of Top Atlanta Agency: Age of Travel
July 11, 2012
NEW YORK, NY -- (Marketwire) -- 07/11/12 -- Age of Travel, a well-known provider of high-level services for corporate and leisure travel, has joined ALTOUR, a respected leader in worldwide luxury travel and one of the largest independent travel management companies in the United States. Led by owner Shirley Blaine, Age of Travel combines diversity, experience, creativity, technology, outstanding customer service and attention to detail to help individuals, and companies, both large and small, take control of their travel.Established in 1973, Age of Travel is a full-service, woman-owned trave [...]
PRSA and Hispanicize Digital Partner for 2012 National Latino Social Media Insights Tour
July 11, 2012
NEW YORK, NY -- (Marketwire) -- 07/11/12 -- The Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) is partnering with Hispanicize Digital to launch the "Latino Social Media Insights Tour," a series of professional development breakfasts for PRSA Chapters nationwide that feature panels with Hispanic bloggers and expert presentations on current trends in Latino social media.The national breakfast program kicks off this summer and is part of PRSA's longstanding partnership with Hispanicize and its annual Latino trends event Hispanicize 2013.With Hispanic buying power currently at $1 trillion [...]
Smart Business Network Hires David W. Fazekas as Vice President of Digital Marketing
July 11, 2012
CLEVELAND, OH -- (Marketwire) -- 07/11/12 -- Smart Business Network Inc. today announced the hiring of David W. Fazekas as vice president of digital marketing for the national multimedia and content marketing firm.Fazekas has 25 years of experience with a broad range of technology companies in both operations and sales roles. Most recently, he was an associate partner with leading digital marketing agency Rosetta, where he was responsible for account management and delivery of marketing services to Fortune 1000 companies."Dave has an impressive track record -- not only in driving sales [...]
Heinz Marketing Inc Becomes Eloqua Partner for Pacific Northwest
July 11, 2012
B2B Sales & Marketing Firm Also Hires Veteran Marketing Automation Expert Brian Hansford as Account Director, Adds Additional Staff to Support Growth [...]
Citizen Optimum Releases New Study Designed to Reveal What Really Makes Mom Tick
July 11, 2012
Citizen Mom will spend a year talking, studying and listening to Canada's most desired consumer [...]
Aerius Phones to Be Sent From China
July 10, 2012
LAS VEGAS, NV -- (Marketwire) -- 07/10/12 -- Aerius International, Inc. (PINKSHEETS: AERS) today announced Aerius phones manufactured in China, where major cell phones sold worldwide are made, will be shipped to Aerius USA.Chuck Closterman, Aerius VP International Sales and Bill Luxon, Aerius CEO will introduce the new phones to carriers in the US and EU that report they want to be first to introduce Aerius phones in their markets.Tests in independent labs show Aerius smart phones deliver 2 to 4 more hours of battery life, and reduce dropped calls over 60% compared to other smart phones sold [...]
Holidaymakers Don’t have to Break the Bank to have a Great Escape This Summer
July 10, 2012
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM -- (Marketwire) -- 07/10/12 -- With to Europe on offer in their dozens from operators such as Monarch, traditional 'Brit' resorts are having to reinvent themselves in order to stay ahead of the competition.This is great news for holidaymakers, as gone are the days where a 'budget' holiday meant a room with a view of the bins and a breakfast of stale bread and weak tea.Now there's nothing grotty about - with the island having undergone a makeover in recent years, it now caters for the more discerning, modern tourist who is looking to break away from the package holiday [...]
Certain, Inc. Announces Solution Alignment With New Industry Research Findings Addressing the Next Generation of Meeting and Events Management
July 10, 2012
Report Details Requirements for Best-in-Class SMMP and Technology Utilization for Events [...]
Adnetik Rebrands as Digilant(TM)
July 10, 2012
Leading Independent Marketing Technology Company Repositions Itself to Deliver Digital Vigilance to Marketers [...]
iSIGN Media Announces Its Successful Completion of Trials at Selected Mac’s Stores and the Rollout to Stores in the Province of Ontario
July 10, 2012
TORONTO, ONTARIO -- (Marketwire) -- 07/10/12 -- iSIGN Media Solutions Inc. ("iSIGN" or "Company") (TSX VENTURE: ISD)(OTCQX: ISDSF), a leading provider of interactive mobile advertising solutions that serves advertisers, manufacturers, retailers and advertising agencies throughout North America is pleased to announce the successful completion of the broadcasting trial of its Interactive Marketing Solutions ("IMS") 3.1 software and Bluetooth antennas at selected Mac's Convenience Stores Inc. ("Mac's") outlets.For the past month, iSIGN and Mac's have been [...]
dmexco Agency Lounge 2012: The Business Hotspot for the Top Agency Networks
July 9, 2012
Expanded Agency Lounge Also Completely Fully-Booked in 2012; All Important National and International Agency Networks of the Media and Creative Industry Are on Board; Business First: Room Concept for Customer Dialogues and Successful Business Deals [...]
A Month of Growth for Uproar PR
July 9, 2012
PR and Social Media Agency Signs Several Clients and Launches New Website [...]
Aviva Investors Appoints Barracuda Digital to Manage On-Site SEO Project and Search Marketing Strategy
July 6, 2012
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM -- (Marketwire) -- 07/06/12 -- Following a competitive pitch, digital marketing agency Barracuda Digital (), who specialise in SEO, Paid Search, Social Media and , have been appointed by Aviva Investors, the global asset management business and the B2B arm of Aviva PLC, to fully manage the development and implementation of a search engine optimisation for their website .The appointment of Barracuda Digital will see them develop and manage a Natural Search Strategy, which will encompass a content strategy and Social Media strategy, to drive relevant traffic and increase [...]
Ex-Canadian Idol Contestant Vincenzo Benenati, Fights Back!
July 5, 2012
On July 5th, 2012 at Chateau Le Jardin, From 6:30PM to 11:30PM at 8440 HWY 27, Woodbridge, ON [...]
EmbroidMe Shows How One Item Offers Countless Branding Solutions
July 5, 2012
WEST PALM BEACH, FL -- (Marketwire) -- 07/05/12 -- It's no secret that brand messages can be communicated through many different media, and it can be a challenge to select the right way to deliver a particular message. is here to provide its promotional partners with simple branding solutions. One such solution that can be an effective and valuable addition to any marketing program is a . A customized, embroidered bag or tote is the gift that keeps on giving; initially creating brand awareness with the recipient, and then that person brings awareness to those around him. Think of it as a por [...]
Demand Side Platform Simpli.fi Wins eTail Rising Star Award for Value, Performance, and Excellence in Technology
July 5, 2012
Company Provides Search Retargeting, Site Retargeting, and Other Display Advertising Solutions That Improve Advertising ROI for Online Retailers [...]
Christmas Comes Early for Digital Marketers
July 5, 2012
Greenlight Lines Up Biggest Names in the Search and Social Space for Christmas Conference [...]
Business Confidence Boosted by the Right Business Marketing Plans
July 3, 2012
ProLeaders Business Advisors Help Small and Medium Businesses with Marketing Management [...]
Travelodge Opens Seven Hotels This Month-Four Being in London Making the Hotel Chain the Capital’s Largest Hotel Brand at the Olympics
July 3, 2012
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM -- (Marketwire) -- 07/03/12 -- This month Travelodge is opening seven hotels with four of the sites being located in London, making the the largest hotelier in the capital for the Olympic Games. At a combined investment value of GBP 36 million, these new openings (in Balham, Enfield, ExCel and Woolwich) will mean that Travelodge has 54 (7,024 rooms) and has hit the target it set three years ago of becoming the largest hotelier for the start of the Olympic Games.These four new hotels have created 117 jobs across London and all new recruits have been hired from the long [...]
