Salazar Joins Tiger Remarketing Services As Director Of Business Development

LOS ANGELES, June 11, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Michelle Salazar, 43, has joined Tiger Remarketing Services as Director of Business Development, based in the firm's metro Los Angeles office in Westlake Village.

In her new role with Tiger Group's auction affiliate, Ms. Salazar will be responsible for developing insolvency business opportunities and relationships by reaching out to bankruptcy professionals on a national basis. Her responsibilities will also include tracking bankruptcy-related disposition opportunities.

She comes to Tiger Group from Epiq Systems, Inc., Los Angeles, a global provider of technology-enabled solutions for electronic discovery, bankruptcy and class action administration, where she was vice president of trustee services since 2009.  In that role, she led and managed executive client retention, sales and marketing.

Prior to that, she served as alliance manager for Intuit, Inc. San Diego, a provider of business and financial management software for small and mid-sized businesses and financial institutions. Her responsibilities included cultivating new and existing strategic alliances to advance sales for the business software provider.

Earlier in her career, she held sales executive positions with BMC Group, El Segundo, Calif., a provider of financial, legal, and corporate information management services and with Esquire Litigation Solutions, Los Angeles, a provider of e-discovery, court reporting and legal video services.

A resident of Pacific Palisades, Calif., Ms. Salazar graduated from Texas State University, San Marcos Tex. in 1992 with a B.S. in Criminal Justice and Political Science. She serves on the Board of Directors of the International Women's Insolvency & Restructuring Confederation-Southern California Network, and is also a member of the American Bankruptcy Institute, the Turnaround Management Association, National Association of Bankruptcy Trustees, and California Receivers Forum.

"Michelle's dedication to building deep and lasting client relationships is an ideal fit for Tiger," said Jeff Tanenbaum, president of Tiger Remarketing Services. "We look forward to working with her many existing relationships in our efforts to bring the highest level of client services to the insolvency sector."

About Tiger Remarketing Services Division
Tiger Remarketing Services and its affiliates at Tiger Group provide advisory, restructuring, valuation, disposition and auction services within a broad range of retail, wholesale, and industrial sectors.  With over 40 years of experience and substantial financial backing, Tiger offers a uniquely nimble combination of expertise, innovation and financial resources to drive results. Tiger's seasoned professionals help clients identify the underlying value of assets, monitor asset risk factors and, when needed, convert assets to capital in a variety of ways quickly and decisively.  Tiger's collaborative and no-nonsense approach is the foundation for its many long-term 'partner' relationships and decades of uninterrupted success.  Tiger maintains offices in Los Angeles, Boston, New York and Atlanta. To learn more about Tiger, please visit, www.TigerGroupLLC.com.

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Rolls-Royce Joins Jupiter in U.K. Green Jobs Trade Plan in U.S.

Britain’s Energy Minister Greg Barker is leading a delegation of companies ranging from Rolls-Royce Holdings Plc to Jupiter Asset Management Ltd. to the U.S. to identify business opportunities relating to low-carbon energy.

The minister will visit Georgia and Texas from May 6 to May 10 with executives from KiWi Power Ltd., Parhelion Underwriting Ltd. and of PB Energy Solutions Ltd., according to a statement from the Department of Energy and Climate Change in London.

Britain is trying to build up its carbon-cutting industry from offshore wind power and smart grids to clean technology finance after Prime Minister David Cameron pledged his government will be the “greenest” ever. The Department of Energy and Climate Change estimates the green economy is worth more than 3 trillion pounds ($4.9 trillion) worldwide.

“What is good for the planet can be fantastic for business too,” Barker said in an e-mailed response to questions. The visit is “about demonstrating that the shift to a green economy is beneficial for businesses and growth, as well as promoting bilateral trade opportunities.”

Accompanying Barker are Andrew Baker, who heads government and environmental affairs at Rolls-Royce (RR/), the second-largest aircraft-engine maker; Emma Howard Boyd, sustainable investment director at Jupiter; KiWi Power Chief Executive Officer Yoav Zingher; Parhelion CEO Julian Richardson; and PB Energy Managing Director Phyllis Boardman.

“Reducing carbon and reducing costs are both issues that all countries face and we have the chance to be at the cutting edge of that development,” Zingher said in a comment e-mailed by the ministry. “Trade with the United States is a huge part of this.”

KiWi Power is an electricity demand-management company.

Barker’s delegation will meet with business leaders in the three cities, as well as San Antonio Mayor Julian Castro and Georgia Governor Nathan Deal, according to his office.

“I am taking U.K. business leaders to learn more about what real America is like outside Washington, New York and California, to learn about their energy landscape and the opportunities for investment,” Barker said. “I want to see the U.K. and the City of London, with its unique expertise in innovative financial products, become a global hub in green growth finance.”

To contact the reporter on this story: Alex Morales in London at amorales2@bloomberg.net

To contact the editor responsible for this story: Reed Landberg at landberg@bloomberg.net

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President of Ghana Joins BCIU and Business Leaders in New York to Discuss Investment Opportunities

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April 25 forum allows business community to explore opportunities in Ghana with leader of one of world's fastest growing economies; trade mission to Ghana planned

NEW YORK, May 1, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Business Council for International Understanding (BCIU), a White House initiative founded by President Dwight D. Eisenhower for senior business executives to interact with heads of state/government, cabinet ministers and senior government officials, today announced the successful completion of a forum in New York City with His Excellency John Evans Atta Mills, President of The Republic of Ghana, and 25 business leaders from across the world. Sponsored by United States Pharmacopeia and Eni S.p.A., the BCIU forum provided a platform for President Mills to outline the strategic opportunities for investment in Ghana while also addressing the fundamental economic pillars fueling Ghana's fast growing economy. Business participants similarly outlined strategic opportunities for their companies and industries, while also engaging in a dialogue with the President on investment opportunities.

"We as a government are committed to creating the necessary environment to ensure that investors have good returns on their investments," said President Mills at the forum. "Now that Ghana's economy has been described as the fastest growing economy in the world, and at a time oil has been struck, let me be quick to say that it is our determination to ensure that this God-given resource becomes a blessing and not a curse. We want to make sure that you have a credible judicial system, you have the kind of labor which will respond to the needs of the business, that you have a system which will respond to the very needs of investors."

President Mills affirmed Ghana's commitment to democracy, the rule of law, and respect for the judicial system, outlining their significance in fostering economic growth, return on investment and job creation.

"We appreciated the President's unscripted fluency on economic priorities for Ghana and his comfort level in speaking directly and frankly with our members and international investors," said Peter Tichansky, President and CEO of BCIU. "The interest in accessing Ghanaian market across major industries - and Africa through the Ghanaian gateway - were consistent themes expressed by businesses attending the forum."

As a result of this and a previous visit by the President with the business community in New York, BCIU today announced it is organizing a trade mission to Ghana later in the year with member companies interested in further exploration of opportunities.

"As one of the largest investors in the Ghanaian oil industry from exploration to production, midstream, and power, we were thrilled to support this outstanding forum with President of Ghana," said Enzo Viscusi, Group Senior Vice President and Representative for the Americas, Eni.S.p.A. "Ghana's commitment to democracy, rule of law and sound investment protection principles has made our experience in the country very rewarding and is one we look to build upon without reservation. President Mills' administration has shown tremendous discipline and leadership, which bodes well not only for Ghana but also for the entire continent."

"While the expansion of the oil and other major industrial industries in Ghana is clearly a major priority, we are very pleased that this administration is also focused on ensuring a thriving healthcare and pharmaceutical industry," said Brian Hendrix, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, the U.S. Pharmacopeia (USP). "As a result of this commitment and the stability and economic viability of Ghana, we have announced plans to create the USP-Sub-Saharan Africa Center for Pharmaceutical Advancement and Training (CePAT) in Accra to serve sub-Sahara Africa as an integrated platform for training, education, consulting and laboratory capabilities. From Accra, we will offer a systematic approach to the quality control of medicines in sub-Saharan Africa."

"We believe Ghana offers terrific opportunities for growth and business development," said Ed DiSanto, General Counsel and Chief Administrative Officer, American Tower. "As such, in December 2010 we entered into a joint venture with Africa's largest mobile operator, MTN Group Limited (MTN) and launched our operations in Ghana. TowerCo Ghana currently owns and operates nearly 1,900 wireless communication tower sites and plans to develop several hundred new towers over the next several years. We are pleased with the performance of our investment, and our team of 84 Ghanaians, and indirectly hundreds of others via our vendor relationships, are doing a great job."

"Not only are international firms interested in Ghana, but Ghanaian entrepreneurs are also investing heavily," said Humphrey Ayim - Darke, Chairman, Greater Accra Chapter, Association of Ghana Industries. "We are rapidly building our own companies, expertise and resources to serve our fast growing markets and taking advantage of our well-educated, hard working and expanding middle class. We were delighted to participate in this strategic dialogue with international investors and are eager to make it clear that U.S. companies can find outstanding local partners in Ghana."

"The Ghanaian agriculture sector, while not as high profile as oil, is nonetheless one of the most promising in the world thanks to President Mills' and past administrations' policies," said Steven Wallace, Founder and President, The Omanhene Cocoa Bean Company. "To this day, European and American chocolatiers buy cocoa beans from Ghana and export them to their chocolate factories throughout the world where the famed Ghanaian beans are transformed into some of the world's most delicious and expensive chocolate. Now, for the first time, The Omanhene Cocoa Bean Company, which is headquartered in the U.S., is producing world class chocolate entirely in Ghana and uniquely preserving all the best attributes of the finest cocoa beans in the world."

About BCIU

Since its inception in 1955 as a White House initiative under President Eisenhower, the Business Council for International Understanding (BCIU) has been a neutral, results-oriented partner, facilitating dialogue and alliances between world businesses and political leaders. With members from more than 150 world-leading companies, BCIU provides an ongoing forum for senior business executives to interact with heads of state/government, cabinet ministers and senior government officials. For more information, visit www.bciu.org.

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President of Ghana Joins BCIU and Business Leaders in New York to Discuss Investment Opportunities

April 25 forum allows business community to explore opportunities in Ghana with leader of one of world's fastest growing economies; trade mission to Ghana planned

NEW YORK, May 1, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Business Council for International Understanding (BCIU), a White House initiative founded by President Dwight D. Eisenhower for senior business executives to interact with heads of state/government, cabinet ministers and senior government officials, today announced the successful completion of a forum in New York City with His Excellency John Evans Atta Mills, President of The Republic of Ghana, and 25 business leaders from across the world. Sponsored by United States Pharmacopeia and Eni S.p.A., the BCIU forum provided a platform for President Mills to outline the strategic opportunities for investment in Ghana while also addressing the fundamental economic pillars fueling Ghana's fast growing economy. Business participants similarly outlined strategic opportunities for their companies and industries, while also engaging in a dialogue with the President on investment opportunities.

"We as a government are committed to creating the necessary environment to ensure that investors have good returns on their investments," said President Mills at the forum. "Now that Ghana's economy has been described as the fastest growing economy in the world, and at a time oil has been struck, let me be quick to say that it is our determination to ensure that this God-given resource becomes a blessing and not a curse. We want to make sure that you have a credible judicial system, you have the kind of labor which will respond to the needs of the business, that you have a system which will respond to the very needs of investors."

President Mills affirmed Ghana's commitment to democracy, the rule of law, and respect for the judicial system, outlining their significance in fostering economic growth, return on investment and job creation.

"We appreciated the President's unscripted fluency on economic priorities for Ghana and his comfort level in speaking directly and frankly with our members and international investors," said Peter Tichansky, President and CEO of BCIU. "The interest in accessing Ghanaian market across major industries – and Africa through the Ghanaian gateway – were consistent themes expressed by businesses attending the forum."

As a result of this and a previous visit by the President with the business community in New York, BCIU today announced it is organizing a trade mission to Ghana later in the year with member companies interested in further exploration of opportunities.

"As one of the largest investors in the Ghanaian oil industry from exploration to production, midstream, and power, we were thrilled to support this outstanding forum with President of Ghana," said Enzo Viscusi, Group Senior Vice President and Representative for the Americas, Eni.S.p.A. "Ghana's commitment to democracy, rule of law and sound investment protection principles has made our experience in the country very rewarding and is one we look to build upon without reservation. President Mills' administration has shown tremendous discipline and leadership, which bodes well not only for Ghana but also for the entire continent."

"While the expansion of the oil and other major industrial industries in Ghana is clearly a major priority, we are very pleased that this administration is also focused on ensuring a thriving healthcare and pharmaceutical industry," said Brian Hendrix, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, the U.S. Pharmacopeia (USP). "As a result of this commitment and the stability and economic viability of Ghana, we have announced plans to create the USP-Sub-Saharan Africa Center for Pharmaceutical Advancement and Training (CePAT) in Accra to serve sub-Sahara Africa as an integrated platform for training, education, consulting and laboratory capabilities. From Accra, we will offer a systematic approach to the quality control of medicines in sub-Saharan Africa."

"We believe Ghana offers terrific opportunities for growth and business development," said Ed DiSanto, General Counsel and Chief Administrative Officer, American Tower. "As such, in December 2010 we entered into a joint venture with Africa's largest mobile operator, MTN Group Limited (MTN) and launched our operations in Ghana. TowerCo Ghana currently owns and operates nearly 1,900 wireless communication tower sites and plans to develop several hundred new towers over the next several years. We are pleased with the performance of our investment, and our team of 84 Ghanaians, and indirectly hundreds of others via our vendor relationships, are doing a great job."

"Not only are international firms interested in Ghana, but Ghanaian entrepreneurs are also investing heavily," said Humphrey Ayim – Darke, Chairman, Greater Accra Chapter, Association of Ghana Industries. "We are rapidly building our own companies, expertise and resources to serve our fast growing markets and taking advantage of our well-educated, hard working and expanding middle class. We were delighted to participate in this strategic dialogue with international investors and are eager to make it clear that U.S. companies can find outstanding local partners in Ghana."

"The Ghanaian agriculture sector, while not as high profile as oil, is nonetheless one of the most promising in the world thanks to President Mills' and past administrations' policies," said Steven Wallace, Founder and President, The Omanhene Cocoa Bean Company. "To this day, European and American chocolatiers buy cocoa beans from Ghana and export them to their chocolate factories throughout the world where the famed Ghanaian beans are transformed into some of the world's most delicious and expensive chocolate. Now, for the first time, The Omanhene Cocoa Bean Company, which is headquartered in the U.S., is producing world class chocolate entirely in Ghana and uniquely preserving all the best attributes of the finest cocoa beans in the world."

About BCIU
Since its inception in 1955 as a White House initiative under President Eisenhower, the Business Council for International Understanding (BCIU) has been a neutral, results-oriented partner, facilitating dialogue and alliances between world businesses and political leaders. With members from more than 150 world-leading companies, BCIU provides an ongoing forum for senior business executives to interact with heads of state/government, cabinet ministers and senior government officials. For more information, visit www.bciu.org.

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PostNet Joins DECA to Connect With Next Generation of Business Leaders and Entrepreneurs

DENVER, May 1, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- To help prepare students for the challenges and opportunities associated with small-business ownership, PostNet, America's first Neighborhood Business Center, has strategically partnered with DECA, the international organization dedicated to preparing emerging leaders and entrepreneurs for careers in marketing, finance, hospitality and management.

Through the partnership, nearly 400 PostNet franchise locations across the US will have the opportunity to work with DECA's local chapters to develop a curriculum to educate high school and college students about what it takes to succeed in an entrepreneurial endeavor, particularly in franchising. PostNet will sponsor and judge competitive events among students, and PostNet's co-founders will also participate in the Executive Mentorship Program.

"Working with DECA to invest in today's students provides us with a unique opportunity to further our mission of fostering small-business growth in America," said Steve Greenbaum, CEO of PostNet. "We're also providing our franchisees with a tremendous opportunity to work with driven, business-minded individuals to problem-solve, reach new customers, and achieve greater business objectives."  

Greenbaum, along with PostNet co-founder, Brian Spindel, are fully aware of the unique challenges entrepreneurs face when launching and growing a small business – they've lived it for nearly 30 years. Greenbaum and Spindel opened their first pack-and-ship store in 1983 when shipping options in the growing market were sparse, and, by 1992, had helped more than 400 entrepreneurs start their own, independent mail and parcel businesses. In 1991 they began the development of the PostNet business and communication center concept and began franchising PostNet in July of 1993.

Today, PostNet has evolved with technology to meet the changing needs of small-business owners and busy consumers as America's first Neighborhood Business Center. The company attributes its success to constant innovation and working closely with each client to identify their objectives, build upon their ideas, and develop the best solution to meet their needs. This could include anything from designing and printing custom invitations or signage for an important company event, to helping create a brand image for a new or existing business looking to re-invent itself. (PostNet also offers freedom of choice for the customer as a multi-carrier of shipping services including FedEx, UPS and the U.S. Postal Service).

"One of the key measurements to our programs success is the ability to connect our teachers and students with businesses and truly provide them with real world knowledge and experiences to achieve college and world readiness," said John Fistolera, assistant executive director of corporate and external affairs with DECA. "PostNet's interest in connecting with the schools in the communities where they do business is in direct alignment with our mission and PostNet's corporate interests."

About PostNet

Founded in 1993, Denver-based PostNet has more than 700 locations worldwide, including several hundred U.S. locations. Each locally owned and operated PostNet Neighborhood Business Center specializes in meeting the design, printing, copying and shipping needs of businesses and busy consumers, with a focus on exceptional, personal customer service. PostNet centers offer full-service digital printing; full- and self-service copying; document binding and finishing; and services like graphic design, computer rental stations, private mailbox rentals and more. They also offer expert packaging services and shipping with UPS, FedEx, DHL and the U.S. Postal Service. To learn more, visit www.postnet.com.

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Small Business Assistance Center Joins Neustar to Support Economic Recovery in America - Marketwatch

STERLING, Va., Apr 10, 2012 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- --Company Launches ‘Dream Big’ Contest, Winners to Receive Over $12k in Resources

Second subhead of release should read: ...Winners to Receive Over $12k in Resources (sted ...Winners to Receive Over $35K in Resources). Fourth sentence of "DREAM BIG CONTEST" graph should read: -- in total, a $12,000 value. (sted -- in total, a $35,000 value.)

The corrected release reads:

NEUSTAR KICK-STARTS ‘.US’ CAMPAIGN DESIGNED TO SPARK SMALL BUSINESS INNOVATION FOR BUSINESSES IN THE UNITED STATES

Small Business Assistance Center Joins Neustar to Support Economic Recovery in America

Company Launches ‘Dream Big’ Contest, Winners to Receive Over $12k in Resources

Neustar, Inc. /quotes/zigman/373855/quotes/nls/nsr NSR +0.52% a trusted, neutral provider of real-time information and analysis to the Internet, telecommunications, entertainment, advertising and marketing industries, today announced its campaign to “Kick-start America”. Now, companies of all sizes, whether locally-based or doing business in the United States, have a new opportunity to engage in a community of like-minded entrepreneurs, demonstrate their local presence and gain a competitive advantage with “America’s Address.” The .US top-level domain is the best way for small businesses to get online -- fast -- in a way that proudly promotes their local presence.

“Half of all small businesses fail within their first five years of operation,” said Jeremy Carigg, regional director, the Small Business Assistance Center (SBAC.US). “Driving awareness in those first years of business is critical, and companies need to find marketing methods that make an immediate impact. The .US domain is an easy and cost-effective way to get your local business seen and heard on the Internet now, not later.”

“The .US domain is central to our identity,” said Luke Palder, CEO, Proofreadingservices.US. “What our company offers is uniquely American and it’s important that our clients and potential clients understand that as easily as possible. The .US domain helps us accomplish that.”

Using the .US extension, ProofreadingServices.US, a top-tier proofreading service headquartered in the Financial District of San Francisco, has risen to being the #1 search result on Google® and Bing® for the phrase ‘proofreading services’.

“At Neustar, we’re committed to helping grow the economy, one small business at a time,” said Alex Berry, senior vice president, Enterprise Services, Neustar. “The strength of the .US community is a testament to this commitment, and it’s been heartening to see so many companies embrace their local roots. No matter what business you’re in, the .US domain is the perfect way to show your company’s true colors on the Internet.”

“Having an accessible, online presence is a must for today’s small businesses,” said NSBA Vice President of Public Affairs Molly Brogan. “Partnering with Neustar on the new .US campaign is one way we can make it easier to connect our small-business members with their customers.”

.US ADVANTAGES:

-- Community -- .US is more than just a domain -- it’s a growing movement. By registering for a .US extension, companies send a message that they believe in the power of local business.

-- Memorability -- Companies have a better opportunity to get the name of choice versus traditional options and they get a powerful, easily recalled domain name associated with a growing brand.

-- Searchability -- Because search engines rank websites with .US extensions higher in the U.S., entrepreneurs have a powerful tool to help potential customers find their sites.

-- Discoverability -- With .US, companies add a new dimension to their business or organization to let customers know they’re out there.

-- Manageability -- .US provides resources and tools to make putting up a website and promoting it easy.

DREAM BIG CONTEST

Neustar is currently accepting submissions for its “Dream Big” ( http://www.kickstartamerica.us ) contest, a competition for companies to kick-start their online businesses. To enter, companies (whether .US or otherwise) must submit their business story and information via LINK. Two lucky winners will receive an all-expense paid trip to Washington, D.C., May 20-24, 2012, to spend two full days at National Small Business Week. Additionally, winners will receive a complete website design from a top firm, as well as a local advertising campaign customized specifically for their businesses -- in total, a $12,000 value. To learn more about the “Dream Big” contest, visit http://www.kickstartamerica.us .

About Neustar, Inc.

Neustar, Inc., /quotes/zigman/373855/quotes/nls/nsr NSR +0.52% is a trusted, neutral provider of real-time information and analysis to the Internet, telecommunications, entertainment, advertising and marketing industries throughout the world. Neustar applies its advanced, secure technologies in routing, addressing and authentication to its customers’ data to help them identify new revenue opportunities and network efficiencies, and institute cybersecurity and fraud protection measures. More information is available at www.neustar.biz .

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Tracey Sims Joins Edge Technology Services as New Business Development Manager

Tracey Sims will be responsible for cultivating and expanding new business opportunities at Edge Technology Services, where she will draw upon her 15+ years of Sales & Marketing expertise.

Middletown, CT (PRWEB) March 23, 2012

Edge Technology Services, a leader in corporate technology consulting services and staffing, announces Tracey Sims, new Business Development Manager. In her new role at Edge Technology Services, Tracey will be responsible for cultivating and expanding new business opportunities where she will draw upon her 15+ years of Sales & Marketing expertise to build new and strengthen existing client relationships and rapport. She will also utilize her industry specific expertise to navigate and uncover business opportunities for optimum revenue growth and profitability.

Prior to joining the Edge team, Tracey served as an Account Executive for Celerity in Hartford, CT. She also worked for QCD of America and Worldcom as Sales Trainer/Recruiter and Global Sales Manager respectively. In her role as Sales Account Manager for Howard Systems International, an IT staffing and consultancy firm in the Hartford area, Tracey built a strong client rapport to leverage mutually beneficial opportunities and grow revenue in account base by 40%.

“We are very excited to have Tracey join our growing team, as we continue to expand our IT staffing and consulting services in new markets,” said Kate Cervoni, COO, Edge Technology Services. “We know her positive attitude, motivation, and years of expertise are a great fit with our culture and strategic direction moving forward.”

Tracey commented: “Given my proven track record as a Sales & Marketing professional within the industry, I am very happy to be working for Edge Technology Services, and am looking forward to hitting the ground running with new, innovative, and successful business partnerships and opportunities.”

Edge Technology Services provides solutions in the form of IT Consulting, Project Management, Workflow Analysis, and Staffing Augmentation.

About Edge Technology Services

Edge Technology Services is a privately held company with deep domain expertise and a credible reputation for securing high-quality industry experts for business, software, and IT projects in an expedient, efficient, and professional manner. They partner with their clients, both nationally and internationally, to provide resources in the form of consulting, project management, or via staff augmentation - temporary or permanent. Given their diverse client base, Edge’s domain expertise serves a wide spectrum of industry groups, including but not limited to media & advertising, insurance, healthcare, pharmaceutical, manufacturing, banking & finance, utilities and telecommunications.

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Experience joins opportunity for new Gem County business - Messenger Index

When opportunity knocks, the smart man takes advantage of his experience. With 28 years behind him, that’s exactly what Doug Strunk did when he opened a new Gem County business — Manufactured & Modular Axle & Tire.

Partnering with the company headquartered in Colorado, the business will refurbish mobile home axles. In addition, they will sell mobile home repair items, such as skirting or tie downs.

Each section of a mobile home has five to six axles. Once the home is placed on site, the axles must be refurbished before they are used again. The Strunk does similar work to the east.

Strunk expects to employ a dozen people before the end of next month. He already has hired several people with strong business experience.

Tires will be reused when possible. But, when the tire is damaged beyond use, they still have a life. These tires are not steelbelted, making them easy for recycling. Most of them will be ground up for items such as playgrounds or at railroad crossings.

While you may see stacks of axles or tires at the 843 N. Washington Ave. location, remember, they are constantly moving in and out. They are not the same ones you saw last month. contract includes most of the axles in the Northwest. Axles will come to Emmett, be repaired and refurbished and sent back to the manufacturer for use again. With a significant number of mobile home manufacturers in the Treasure Valley, Strunk is confident for a strong market.

“If you see a mobile home on the road, more than likely the axles were refurbished in Emmett — and will continue to be refurbished in Emmett,” Strunk said.

Because the customer base covers several states, the local economy is usually not a factor in the amount of business that will come through the gates. The Colorado base

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OSF Global Services Joins NetSuite Solution Provider Program

WOBURN, Mass., Feb. 28, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- IT Professional Services provider OSF Global Services announced today that it has joined the NetSuite Solution Provider Program. Having previously built best practices with NetSuite CRM, OSF is expanding its long-standing partnership to capitalize on the growing business opportunities available with the entire line of NetSuite's cloud-based applications.

OSF will deliver NetSuite's end-to-end solution, including Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Financials, eCommerce and NetSuite OneWorld – the first cloud-based system that enables multi-national and multi-subsidiary companies to manage global business management and financial consolidation. By implementing and customizing this full suite of NetSuite's cloud-based business applications, OSF will ensure seamless integration within clients' enterprise organizations and global operations. 

"For several years OSF has been configuring and implementing NetSuite's CRM software for our clients," said Gerard Szatvanyi, President and CEO of OSF Global Services. "We're excited to leverage our extensive knowledge in business processes and structured project management to now deliver world class services across the full range of NetSuite's business critical applications."

OSF distinguishes itself through a combination of SLA-grade services, best practice methodologies, and cutting-edge application development and technology integration skills. Partnership with NetSuite provides OSF with access to a superior line-up of cloud-based business management solutions that produce measurable results for clients seeking to upgrade from antiquated client/server ERP systems to cloud ERP.

"Having OSF expand their NetSuite portfolio to deliver the benefits of the entire NetSuite cloud-based business management solution to their clients worldwide aligns with the demands we have been seeing from companies on a global spectrum," said Craig West, NetSuite Vice President of Channel Sales. "The NetSuite-OSF partnership is important for us, as we jointly race to meet the surging demand for cloud-based solutions that help customers achieve stronger business outcomes."

About NetSuite

With more than 10,000 customers around the globe, NetSuite is the leading provider of web-based solutions for ERP, accounting, CRM, PSA and ecommerce.  For more information about NetSuite, please visit www.netsuite.com.

About OSF Global Services

OSF has been delivering SLA-grade professional services since 2003, having established itself as a trusted advisor and technology integrator to SMBs in 17 countries. The company's forte is application development and technology integration across key markets, including Ecommerce, CRM and Cloud.  Headquartered in Quebec, Canada, OSF has offices in the U.S., Romania and Ukraine. This mix of onshore and offshore expertise offers comprehensive, follow-the-sun support for its clients. OSF Global Services is ISO 9001:2008 certified, Microsoft Certified, a Salesforce.com Consulting Partner, a Netsuite Solutions Partner and a Rackspace Hosting Member Partner.  For more information about the company please visit www.osf-global.com.

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HP Joins With Business Matchmaking to Launch 2012 Nationwide Events for America's Small Businesses - msnbc.com

PALO ALTO, CA — HP (NYSE: HPQ) and Business Matchmaking Inc., a not-for-profit corporation supporting procurement opportunities for small businesses, today announced the continuation of their highly successful Business Matchmaking event series for 2012.

Now in its ninth consecutive year, Business Matchmaking provides opportunities for small businesses to secure contracts from federal, state and local government agencies, as well as many Fortune 500 companies at key events and through an online network. In addition, the program offers education, training, counseling and resources.

Through regional events held across the country and in online sessions, Business Matchmaking has enabled more than 80,000 small business sales appointments resulting in billions of dollars in contracts granted. All events are free to both participating small businesses and representative buyers.

Four Business Matchmaking regional events are planned for 2012:

Santa Clara, Calif., on Feb. 23 Chicago on April 12 Houston on May 16 Philadelphia on Aug. 18

"HP is dedicated to enabling small businesses beyond technology with alliances, webinars, social forums, blogs and training to help them manage and grow their business," said Chris Ogburn, director, SMB Marketing, Personal Systems Group - Americas, HP. "As founding sponsor for the past eight years, we continue to support Business Matchmaking because it successfully provides small businesses new opportunities to help them thrive."

"HP-sponsored Business Matchmaking events and workshops with tech experts have enabled me to expand my business and create jobs," said U.S. retired Col. Don Gonneville, owner of an Orange County, Calif.-based industrial equipment provider. "HP has been outstanding in providing new opportunities for disabled veteran business owners, in addition to its well-established woman and minority owned company commitment."

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has lauded HP's efforts in Business Matchmaking, twice naming it the national leader in technology for entrepreneurship.

"HP was the first private sector corporation to sponsor Business Matchmaking, which has been described by SBA officials as their most successful procurement outreach program," said Ann Marshall, vice president and event producer, Business Matchmaking Inc. "HP's support of small business is clearly embedded in their corporate culture and now they have been joined by other corporations that share their belief in entrepreneurism."

The 2012 Business Matchmaking event series is sponsored by HP in cooperation with Symantec, Dun & Bradstreet, Lockheed Martin and Greatland, as well as several nonprofit organizations, including SCORE, Small Business Development Centers, The Latino Coalition and Women Impacting Public Policy.

Complete details on Business Matchmaking are available at www.businessmatchmaking.com.

More information on HP's activities for small businesses is available on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook and the company's small business blog.

About HP
HP creates new possibilities for technology to have a meaningful impact on people, businesses, governments and society. The world's largest technology company, HP brings together a portfolio that spans printing, personal computing, software, services and IT infrastructure to solve customer problems. More information about HP is available at http://www.hp.com.

© 2012 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein.

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HP Joins With Business Matchmaking to Launch 2012 Nationwide Events for America's Small Businesses - msnbc.com

PALO ALTO, CA — HP (NYSE: HPQ) and Business Matchmaking Inc., a not-for-profit corporation supporting procurement opportunities for small businesses, today announced the continuation of their highly successful Business Matchmaking event series for 2012.

Now in its ninth consecutive year, Business Matchmaking provides opportunities for small businesses to secure contracts from federal, state and local government agencies, as well as many Fortune 500 companies at key events and through an online network. In addition, the program offers education, training, counseling and resources.

Through regional events held across the country and in online sessions, Business Matchmaking has enabled more than 80,000 small business sales appointments resulting in billions of dollars in contracts granted. All events are free to both participating small businesses and representative buyers.

Four Business Matchmaking regional events are planned for 2012:

Santa Clara, Calif., on Feb. 23 Chicago on April 12 Houston on May 16 Philadelphia on Aug. 18

"HP is dedicated to enabling small businesses beyond technology with alliances, webinars, social forums, blogs and training to help them manage and grow their business," said Chris Ogburn, director, SMB Marketing, Personal Systems Group - Americas, HP. "As founding sponsor for the past eight years, we continue to support Business Matchmaking because it successfully provides small businesses new opportunities to help them thrive."

"HP-sponsored Business Matchmaking events and workshops with tech experts have enabled me to expand my business and create jobs," said U.S. retired Col. Don Gonneville, owner of an Orange County, Calif.-based industrial equipment provider. "HP has been outstanding in providing new opportunities for disabled veteran business owners, in addition to its well-established woman and minority owned company commitment."

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has lauded HP's efforts in Business Matchmaking, twice naming it the national leader in technology for entrepreneurship.

"HP was the first private sector corporation to sponsor Business Matchmaking, which has been described by SBA officials as their most successful procurement outreach program," said Ann Marshall, vice president and event producer, Business Matchmaking Inc. "HP's support of small business is clearly embedded in their corporate culture and now they have been joined by other corporations that share their belief in entrepreneurism."

The 2012 Business Matchmaking event series is sponsored by HP in cooperation with Symantec, Dun & Bradstreet, Lockheed Martin and Greatland, as well as several nonprofit organizations, including SCORE, Small Business Development Centers, The Latino Coalition and Women Impacting Public Policy.

Complete details on Business Matchmaking are available at www.businessmatchmaking.com.

More information on HP's activities for small businesses is available on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook and the company's small business blog.

About HP
HP creates new possibilities for technology to have a meaningful impact on people, businesses, governments and society. The world's largest technology company, HP brings together a portfolio that spans printing, personal computing, software, services and IT infrastructure to solve customer problems. More information about HP is available at http://www.hp.com.

© 2012 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein.

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HP Joins With Business Matchmaking to Launch 2012 Nationwide Events for America's Small Businesses - Yahoo Finance

PALO ALTO, CA--(Marketwire -02/15/12)- HP (NYSE: HPQ - News) and Business Matchmaking Inc., a not-for-profit corporation supporting procurement opportunities for small businesses, today announced the continuation of their highly successful Business Matchmaking event series for 2012.

Now in its ninth consecutive year, Business Matchmaking provides opportunities for small businesses to secure contracts from federal, state and local government agencies, as well as many Fortune 500 companies at key events and through an online network. In addition, the program offers education, training, counseling and resources.

Through regional events held across the country and in online sessions, Business Matchmaking has enabled more than 80,000 small business sales appointments resulting in billions of dollars in contracts granted. All events are free to both participating small businesses and representative buyers.

Four Business Matchmaking regional events are planned for 2012:

Santa Clara, Calif., on Feb. 23 Chicago on April 12 Houston on May 16 Philadelphia on Aug. 18

"HP is dedicated to enabling small businesses beyond technology with alliances, webinars, social forums, blogs and training to help them manage and grow their business," said Chris Ogburn, director, SMB Marketing, Personal Systems Group - Americas, HP. "As founding sponsor for the past eight years, we continue to support Business Matchmaking because it successfully provides small businesses new opportunities to help them thrive."

"HP-sponsored Business Matchmaking events and workshops with tech experts have enabled me to expand my business and create jobs," said U.S. retired Col. Don Gonneville, owner of an Orange County, Calif.-based industrial equipment provider. "HP has been outstanding in providing new opportunities for disabled veteran business owners, in addition to its well-established woman and minority owned company commitment."

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has lauded HP's efforts in Business Matchmaking, twice naming it the national leader in technology for entrepreneurship.

"HP was the first private sector corporation to sponsor Business Matchmaking, which has been described by SBA officials as their most successful procurement outreach program," said Ann Marshall, vice president and event producer, Business Matchmaking Inc. "HP's support of small business is clearly embedded in their corporate culture and now they have been joined by other corporations that share their belief in entrepreneurism."

The 2012 Business Matchmaking event series is sponsored by HP in cooperation with Symantec, Dun & Bradstreet, Lockheed Martin and Greatland, as well as several nonprofit organizations, including SCORE, Small Business Development Centers, The Latino Coalition and Women Impacting Public Policy.

Complete details on Business Matchmaking are available at www.businessmatchmaking.com.

More information on HP's activities for small businesses is available on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook and the company's small business blog.

About HP
HP creates new possibilities for technology to have a meaningful impact on people, businesses, governments and society. The world's largest technology company, HP brings together a portfolio that spans printing, personal computing, software, services and IT infrastructure to solve customer problems. More information about HP is available at http://www.hp.com.

© 2012 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein.

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