Customer Service Solutions' Gagnon Provides Front-Line Training to SCPRA Members

[SEPT 1, 2010] CHARLOTTE – Ed Gagnon, President of Customer Service Solutions, Inc. (www.cssamerica.com) conducted front-line training for thirty members of the South Carolina Recreation and Parks Association (SCRPA) at Seven Oaks Park facility in Columbia, SC.  Attendees represented Park & Rec agencies from across the Palmetto State.


 

Interest Rate Drops Below 5% on Business Expansion Funding Corporation SBA 504 Loans

[August 23, 2010] CHARLOTTE – Business Expansion Funding Corporation, also known as BEFCOR (www.befcor.com) is busy working with small business borrowers who are taking advantage of low interest rates offered by the U.S. Small Business Administration's (SBA) 504 loan program.

Introducing the Charmingly Beautiful Grace Chair by Beaufurn

[August 23, 2010] WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. – The new all-weather Grace chair exhibits the beauty, charm and perfect proportion that customers have come to expect from Beaufurn (www.Beaufurn.com).

 

Beaufurn's New Ian Collection: Visionary Design, Forward Styling

[August 16, 2010] WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. – The new Ian Collection by Beaufurn (www.Beaufurn.com) is an outstanding representation of visionary design.

Fisher & Phillips’ Alexander Shares Labor Update with Employers

[August 16, 2010] CHARLOTTE – Mason Alexander, managing partner of the Charlotte office of labor law firm Fisher & Phillips LLP (www.laborlawyers.com) recently presented the firm's "Labor Update" workshop at The Employers Association in Charlotte.

 

Charlotte-Based Customer Service Solutions Provides Process Redesign and Training for DASH Courier & Logistics

 

[AUGUST 11, 2010] CHARLOTTE – Customer Service Solutions, Inc. (www.cssamerica.com) was recently contracted to provide process redesign consulting for DASH Courier & Logistics’ order-taking system. The project culminated in two training sessions for 20+ members of both management and staff on the new process and its guiding principles.  Training was run by CSS President and Founder Ed Gagnon in June and July.

 

Fit for a King: Beaufurn Gustav Collection Offers Classic Design with European Flair

[August 10, 2010] WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. – Six kings of Sweden have borne the name Gustav, forever associating the name with strength, elegance and European flair. The new Gustav Collection by Beaufurn (www.beaufurn.com) is true to its name, with its strong lines, classic elegance and European style.

Business Expansion Funding Corporation Leader Shares Lending Options

[August 9, 2010] CHARLOTTE/ASHEVILLE – Richard Bargoil, Executive Director/CEO of Business Expansion Funding Corporation, also known as BEFCOR (www.befcor.com) was a panelist for the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Mini-Lenders Conference in Asheville, N.C. where he shared lending options available through the 504 Loan Program.

Fisher & Phillips’ Dalton to be Guest Speaker at UCHRA September Meeting

[August 9, 2010] CHARLOTTE – Kevin Dalton, partner at the Charlotte office of Fisher & Phillips LLP (www.laborlawyers.com) will be the featured guest speaker for the Union County Human Resources Association (UCHRA) on September 1, where he will present ““Employment Law Legal Update for HR and Management Personnel.”

Charlotte Entrepreneurs’ Organization Congratulates Park Inc. on Inner City 100 Ranking

[August 9, 2010] CHARLOTTE – The Charlotte Chapter of the Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO Charlotte) is pleased to announce that member Brian Haupricht’s company Park Inc. has once again been named to the Inner City 100 list of the fastest growing inner-city companies in America.

 

Donald Haack Diamonds to Host Alex Sepkus Trunk Show – Sept. 24-25
[August 9, 2010] CHARLOTTE – Donald Haack Diamonds & Fine Gems announced today that it will be hosting an Alex Sepkus Trunk Show all day on Friday, Sept. 24 - Saturday, Sept. 25.

 

Fisher & Phillips Charlotte Attorney Selected to Best Lawyers in America 2011

Mason Alexander Honored by His Peers for Labor and Employment Work

[August 5, 2010] CHARLOTTE – Fisher & Phillips LLP (www.laborlawyers.com) announced today that Charlotte Managing Partner Mason G. Alexander has been selected by his peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America 2011® (Copyright 2010 by Woodward/White, Inc., of Aiken, S.C.). Alexander has been named to this prestigious list of accomplished attorneys every year since 2006.

 
Customer Service Process Guide Am I Great at Customer Service? to be Released in First Hardcover Edition


CHARLOTTE – Ed Gagnon, President of Customer Service Solutions, Inc. (www.cssamerica.com) will release his second book, Am I Great at Customer Service? in hardcover for the first time on August 20.  The book, to be published by CreateSpace, was released in e-book format in May via Smashwords.com.  The e-book edition is also available on CreateSpace.com.

 
WebsiteBiz Expands Interactive Marketing for Ashley Furniture HomeStores

CHARLOTTE - Interactive marketing agency WebsiteBiz (www.websitebiz.com) has once again been selected by Ashley Furniture HomeStores to provide a comprehensive interactive marketing campaign to grow in-store sales in their 12 HomeStores in the Carolinas and Georgia. Ashley Furniture HomeStores are located in Charlotte and Hickory, N.C, Columbia, Greenville, Spartanburg and Anderson S.C., and Augusta, Ga.
 

SBR Consulting Hires Moonlight Creative Group for Brochure Project
[August 2, 2010] CHARLOTTE – Moonlight Creative Group has been retained by SBR Consulting, LLC to create a corporate brochure for the consulting company headed by Stacey Randall.

MassMutual Awards HF Financial's Ryan Platt with Community Service Award for The Arc of Mecklenburg

[August 2, 2010] CHARLOTTE – Ryan F. Platt, MBA, founding partner of Personal Strategy Group and Director of Special Care Planning with HF Financial, received a $10,000 Community Service Award for his volunteer work with The Arc of Mecklenburg County.

Ninth Annual 24 Hours of Booty Spins Past Million-Dollar Mark Prior to This Year's Event

[August 2, 2010] CHARLOTTE – 24 Hours of Booty, Inc. today announced that over $1,080,000 has been raised to date for the Ninth Annual 24 Hours of Booty that took place in Charlotte on July 30-31.

 

Moonlight Creative Group Stitches Print Ad Campaign for YLI Thread

[July 26, 2010] CHARLOTTE – Moonlight Creative Group has completed a print ad campaign for the "Iris Thread Challenge" being held by YLI Thread.

CBCC Invites Area Cyclists to Special Blood Drive Honoring Life Across America Founder - Aug. 6

[July 26, 2010] CHARLOTTE – The Community Blood Center of the Carolinas (CBCC) is calling on all area cyclists and bike clubs to ride to CBCC and participate in a Friday, Aug. 6 blood drive honoring cycling enthusiast and blood donation advocate Larry Frederick, founder of "Life Across America 2010. 

 

Griffin Home Health Care Founder Gives Home Medical Equipment Guidance on Morning News Show

[July 21, 2010] CHARLOTTE – William H. (Bill) Griffin, president of Griffin Home Health Care, Inc. (www.griffinhomehealthcare.com) was a recent guest on Charlotte's Morning News Weekend on WBT 1110 AM where he discussed how to determine what medical equipment, supplies and services a loved one might need after surgery, an accident or just in the normal course of aging.

 
Charlotte Dentistry Expands Interactive Marketing with WebsiteBiz

[July 19, 2010] - Interactive marketing agency WebsiteBiz has been engaged by Charlotte Dentistry Armstrong & Eshleman, P.A. to expand upon its comprehensive online marketing strategy. Charlotte Dentistry Armstrong & Eshleman, P.A. specializes in cosmetic dentistry, orthodontics and all aspects of family dentistry.

 

 

Business Expansion Funding Corporation Provides Capital for Over $22 Million in Projects

[July 19, 2010] CHARLOTTE – Between October 2009 and May 2010, Business Expansion Funding Corporation, also known as BEFCOR (www.befcor.com) provided capital for more that $22 million in projects.
 

Community Blood Center of the Carolinas Grants $16,500 in Scholarships for Local Students

[July 19, 2010] CHARLOTTEThe Community Blood Center of the Carolinas (CBCC) today announced the winners of its "2009-2010 High School Scholarship Program" whereby CBCC recently gave out $16,500 in scholarships to area high-school students.

 

Dalpiaz Scores Internship at Interactive Marketing Agency WebsiteBiz

[July 12, 2010] – Interactive marketing agency WebsiteBiz (www.websitebiz.com) is proud to award a summer internship to Caroline Dalpiaz, a rising junior at University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill.  Dalpiaz, a Bachelor of Science candidate in Business Administration, will graduate the Kenan-Flagler Business School in May 2012.  While at UNC, she has also interned at Family Concepts, Ltd. in Gastonia, where she invoiced sales data, organized office reports and communicated with prospective clients.

 

 
Deborah Millhouse of CEO, Inc. Shows How to Have Job-Hunting Success

[July 12, 2010] Deborah Millhouse, president of CEO Inc. (www.ceohr.com) will be the featured speaker at the Job Hunters’ Support Group’s August 3 meeting, to be held at St. John’s Episcopal Church.  Millhouse, who specializes in job placement, temporary and permanent staffing, and executive search, will give a presentation entitled “Successful Job Search in Today’s Market.”
 

Pea Organizing Services Adds Samantha Busse to Team

[July 12, 2010] CHARLOTTE – Samantha Busse has joined Pea Organizing Services as an organizing consultant.

24 Hours of Booty Announces 2010 Event Sponsors

[July 12, 2010] CHARLOTTE – 24 Hours of Booty, Inc. announced today its participating sponsors who are supporting this year's 24-hour charity cycling event.

 

 

 

Business Expansion Funding Corporation's Bargoil Discusses Small Business Funding

[July 12, 2010] CHARLOTTE – Richard Bargoil, Executive Director/CEO of Business Expansion Funding Corporation, also known as BEFCOR (www.befcor.com) was a featured panelist at the Charlotte Chamber Access to Capital Conference sponsored by the Charlotte Chamber and City of Charlotte.

 

Mary Elizabeth Murphy Facilitates MBPW Board Transition

CHARLOTTE – Mary Elizabeth Murphy, Managing Director of Strategic Learning Partner Firm S.T.A.R. Resources (www.starresources.biz), was chosen to facilitate the Metrolina Business and Professional Women’s (MBPW) board transition meeting. 

 

Fisher & Phillips LLP Opens Washington DC Office

[July 6, 2010]Fisher & Phillips LLP, a leading national labor and employment law firm, announced that it opened an office in Washington, D.C. effective July 1, 2010. The office is led by Dennis C. Cuneo, former senior vice president of Toyota Motor North America (Toyota) and most recently Counsel with Arent Fox LLP. Cuneo joined Fisher & Phillips as a partner.
 

Charlotte Entrepreneurs’ Organization Announces 2010-2011 Board of Directors

[July 6, 2010] CHARLOTTE – The Charlotte Chapter of the Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO Charlotte) is proud to announce that the following entrepreneurs have been elected to serve on its 2010-2011 Board of Directors ...

SouthWood Signage Grant Awarded to N.C. Outward Bound

[July 6, 2010] CHARLOTTE – SouthWood Corporation (www.southwoodcorp.com), which provides image-conscious signage and graphics for clients nationwide, has awarded a $5000 “Identifying Our Community” Grant to North Carolina Outward Bound School.

Business Expansion Funding Corporation Receives SBA Award

[July 6, 2010] CHARLOTTE – Business Expansion Funding Corporation, also known as BEFCOR (www.befcor.com) was recently honored by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) for having the third highest dollar amount of SBA 504 loans approved in South Carolina in fiscal 2009.

Griffin Home Health Care President Joins with Hundreds of Business Owners to Discuss Changes in Home Medical Equipment Industry

[July 6, 2010] CHARLOTTE – William H. (Bill) Griffin, president of Griffin Home Health Care, Inc. (www.griffinhomehealthcare.com) joined with hundreds of business owners at the North Carolina Association for Medical Equipment Services (NCAMES) Annual Summer Meeting in Wrightsville Beach to discuss changes in the home medical equipment (HME) industry.

 
SouthWood Signage Grant Application Deadline July 15

Free signage and services from SouthWood Corporation (www.southwoodcorp.com), the Charlotte-based image, identity and signage specialists are available to Mecklenburg County nonprofits that apply for SouthWood’s Identifying Our Community Grant Program. The application deadline for the next SouthWood Identifying Our Community Grant is July 15.
 

Beaufurn's All-Weather South Coast Collection is 100% American Made and Environmentally Friendly

[June 30, 2010] WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. – In an industry where many companies have moved production overseas, Beaufurn (www.Beaufurn.com) has remained true to its vision: developing high quality, beautiful, sustainable custom furniture in the U.S.A.  And that's exactly what they've accomplished with their new South Coast Collection.

 

Summer's Evening with Beth Chorneau to Benefit 24-Hour Charity Cycling Event – July 24

 

[June 29, 2010] CHARLOTTE – Felix Sabates Mercedes and the 24 Hours of Booty MojoRiding Cycling Team are hosting "Summer's Evening with Beth Chorneau" to benefit 24 Hours of Booty, Inc., on Saturday, July 24 from 7:00-10:00 p.m.

 
Murphy of S.T.A.R. Resources Talks Social Media with POCU

CHARLOTTE – Mary Elizabeth Murphy, Managing Director of Strategic Learning Partner Firm S.T.A.R. Resources (www.starresources.biz), was recently a featured speaker at the Police Officer’s Credit Union (POCU) annual conference.  Her presentation, on social media, was attended by half of the conference’s attendance.  Murphy herself was pleasantly surprised with the direction that the presentation took.

 

Interactive Marketing Agency WebsiteBiz Welcomes Evans On Board

 

CHARLOTTE – Interactive marketing agency WebsiteBiz (www.websitebiz.com) is pleased to welcome Jonsie Evans to its team as Traffic Coordinator. Evans comes to WebsiteBiz from Black Mountain, N.C., where she worked as a freelance marketing consultant.  Prior to that, she worked as Director of Event Marketing at Grand Ideas, Inc. in Charleston, S.C.

 

Charlotte Entrepreneurs Participate in Global Leadership Conference in Hong Kong

[June 28, 2010] CHARLOTTE – Leaders of the Charlotte Chapter of the Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO Charlotte) brought back critical data and worldwide contacts from the recent Entrepreneurs' Organization Global Leadership Conference in Hong Kong.

 

Successful Business Owners Join Charlotte Entrepreneurs’ Organization

[June 21, 2010] CHARLOTTE – The Charlotte Chapter of the Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO Charlotte) is proud to announce that the following entrepreneurs have been accepted as members ...

 

Cold Stone Creamery Serves up Special Creation for 24-Hour Charity Cycling Event
[June 21, 2010] CHARLOTTE – Area Cold Stone Creamery locations are helping fight cancer by featuring a signature creation in support of the 24 Hours of Booty charity cycling event.


HF Financial to Host Sixth Annual Disability Awareness Night at Charlotte Knights – June 25

[June 21, 2010] CHARLOTTE – For the sixth year in a row, Personal Strategy Group, a financial planning group within HF Financial, Exceptional Parent magazine and the Charlotte Knights are uniting again to host the "Sixth Annual Disability Awareness Night" Friday, June 25.

 

Regional Blood Shortage - Community Blood Center of the Carolinas Calls on O Negative Donors
[June 14, 2010] CHARLOTTE – The Community Blood Center of the Carolinas (CBCC) announced today that there is a shortage of O negative blood in the community and is urging O negative donors to donate blood as soon as possible.

24 Hours of Booty's Reboot Program Offers Opportunity to Ride in Closed-out Event
[June 14, 2010] CHARLOTTE – While registration for the Ninth Annual 24 Hours of Booty presented by Blumenthal Cancer Center filled up in record time back in January, 24 Hours of Booty, Inc. is offering people an opportunity to still ride in this year's charity cycling event.

Moonlight Creative Group Acquires Three Communicator Awards
[June 14, 2010] CHARLOTTE Moonlight Creative Group, a leading Charlotte marketing communications firm, has been honored with three Communicator Awards of Distinction.

Beaufurn's Andreas Collection is Sleek and Impressive

[June 14, 2010] WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. – Many people got their first look at the impressive new Andreas Collection by Beaufurn (www.Beaufurn.com) at the Hospitality Design Expo and Conference in Las Vegas in May.

 

Beaufurn Monique Chairs Offer Graceful, Contemporary Seating

[June 9, 2010] WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. – The inviting curves and organic shape of the new Monique collection by Beaufurn (www.Beaufurn.com), with its beautifully crafted wood and rich upholstery makes these chairs perfect for environments that yearn for nurture.
 

Community Blood Center of the Carolinas Hires Jennifer Teague

[June 7, 2010] CHARLOTTE – Jennifer Teague has joined the Community Blood Center of the Carolinas (CBCC) as the director of sponsorship development and public relations.

 

Kevin Dalton of Fisher & Phillips Gives Legal Tips on Unemployment

[June 7, 2010] CHARLOTTE – Kevin Dalton, a partner with the Charlotte office of labor law firm Fisher & Phillips LLP (www.laborlawyers.com) presented a breakfast briefing for The Employers Association June 3 entitled "Legal Tips on Unemployment."

Customer Service Expert Gagnon Releases Am I Great at Customer Service? on EBook

[June 7, 2010] CHARLOTTE – Ed Gagnon, President of Customer Service Solutions, Inc. (www.cssamerica.com) has just released his second book, Am I Great at Customer Service? via Smashwords.com. 

 

Moonlight Creative Group Engaged by Permenter Chiropractic

[June 1, 2010] CHARLOTTE – Moonlight Creative Group has been hired by Permenter Chiropractic to design a logo and identity package.

Needed: Participants for Community Blood Center of the Carolinas Human Blood Drop Photo – June 25

[June 1, 2010] CHARLOTTE – The Community Blood Center of the Carolinas (CBCC) is calling on volunteers and Charlotte Knights' fans to participate in a human blood photo opportunity on Friday, June 25.

 

 

24 Hours of Booty Founder Spencer Lueders Chosen as Mountain Khakis Ambassador

[May 24, 2010] CHARLOTTE – Spencer Lueders, founder of 24 Hours of Booty, Inc., was selected as an ambassador for Mountain Khakis – the premier outdoor-lifestyle apparel brand “Built for the Mountain Life.”

 

Knowmad Technologies Helps Strengthen E-Commerce for Florida Firm

 

[May 24, 2010] Web consultancy and development firm Knowmad Technologies (www.knowmad.com) has been engaged by Tampa-based Fundraising for a Cause, Inc. to strengthen the firm's e-commerce capabilities. Fundraising for a Cause sells fundraising merchandise at wholesale prices.

 


 

24 Hours of Booty Takes the Stage with Jeans and Jewels Event and Fashion Show – June 26
[May 17, 2010] CHARLOTTE - 24 Hours of Booty, Inc. will be in style on Saturday, June 26.

 

N.C. Board of Pharmacy Elects Bill Griffin of Griffin Home Health Care to Lead DME Subcommittee

[May 17, 2010] CHARLOTTE – William H. (Bill) Griffin, president of Griffin Home Health Care, Inc. (www.griffinhomehealthcare.com) has been elected to serve as Chairman of the North Carolina Board of Pharmacy Durable Medical Equipment (DME) Subcommittee.

Celine Collection by Beaufurn Offers Style and Versatility

[May 17, 2010] WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. – The new Celine Collection by Beaufurn (www.Beaufurn.com), which was introduced at the Hospitality Design Expo and Conference in Las Vegas in May, is characterized by its simple elegance that will brighten any space.

 

Murphy of S.T.A.R. Resources Participates in Workshop with CRR's Darst

CHARLOTTE – Mary Elizabeth Murphy, Managing Director of Strategic Learning Partner Firm S.T.A.R. Resources (www.starresources.biz), recently assisted Cynthia Loy Darst, MCC, CPCC, ORSCC with the Organizational Relationship Skills Coaching (ORSC) Fundamentals Course, presented by the Center for Right Relationships (CRR) in Atlanta, GA. The workshop, held February 27-28, is the starting place for building an understanding of the basic theory and skills for coaching relationship systems. The two-day program is designed to equip participants with new concepts and tools which they can apply immediately.

 

Knowmad Technologies Wins Hermes Creative Awards

CHARLOTTE: Knowmad Technologies (www.knowmad.com), a Charlotte-based Web consultancy and development firm has been selected as 2010 Hermes Creative Awards Gold Winners in the categories of Website Overall & Design and Website Overall for their work on Mallard Creek Polymers' site at www.mcpolymers.com. Hermes Creative Awards is an international competition for creative professionals involved in the concept, writing and design of traditional and emerging media. Hermes Creative Awards recognizes outstanding work in the industry while promoting the philanthropic nature of marketing and communication professionals.

 

Moonlight Creative Group Wins Top Medical Marketing Awards
[May 10, 2010] CHARLOTTE - Moonlight Creative Group, has received three 2010 Aster Awards.

24 Hours of Booty of Charlotte Spins a Partnership with Medi-Weightloss Clinics
[May 10, 2010] CHARLOTTE - 24 Hours of Booty, Inc., has added a new silver-level sponsor to its Charlotte event -- Medi-Weightloss Clinics.

 

Beaufurn to Showcase Beautiful Teak All-Weather Furniture at HD Expo

 [May 10, 2010] WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. - Teak is one of the hardest, strongest and most durable of all wood, perfect for all-weather use. Beaufurn's contemporary design and high quality craftsmanship takes teak wood to the highest level of style and versatility.

Dunn and Leonard Named Regional Leaders of Entrepreneurs' Organization

[May 10, 2010] CHARLOTTE – Craig Dunn, 2009-2010 president of the Charlotte Chapter of the Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO Charlotte) and managing partner of Carolina Office Solutions, has been named Forum Director and EO Charlotte past president Laurie Leonard, owner of Suite 1000 has been reappointed to the position of Area Director for the Entrepreneurs’ Organization for 2010-2011.

Griffin Home Health Care Named Quality Respiratory Care Provider

[May 10, 2010] CHARLOTTE - Griffin Home Health Care, Inc. (www.griffinhomehealthcare.com) has been named a Quality Respiratory Care Provider (QRCP) by the American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC) and is the only provider in Charlotte with this designation. .

 

 



Murphy of S.T.A.R. Resources Completes Inside Team Training

 

CHARLOTTE – Mary Elizabeth Murphy, Managing Director of Strategic Learning Partner Firm S.T.A.R. Resources (www.starresources.biz), recently completed 15 hours of the Inside Team Tele-Class Series.  The class, based upon the “Inside/Outside All Around Your Life” concept developed by Cynthia Loy Darst, centers around the different voices in which we speak to ourselves and the roles they play in our lives and the lives of others.  After completing this training, Murphy was called upon to help teach an Organizational Relationship Skills Coaching (ORSC) class with Darst in Atlanta.

 
Donald Haack Diamonds & Fine Gems Brings Charm to 24-Hour Charity Cycling Event 
[May 3, 2010] CHARLOTTE - Donald Haack Diamonds & Fine Gems announced today that it will be teaming up with 24 Hours of Booty, Inc. again to create the third annual "Booty Charm" for the organization's 24-hour charity cycling events in Charlotte, Atlanta and Columbia, Md.  

Hinrichs Flanagan Financial Celebrates Upcoming 75th Anniversary with New Name – HF Financial

[May 3, 2010] CHARLOTTE  – In celebration of 75 years in business this July, Hinrichs Flanagan Financial announced today that it has changed its name, introduced a new logo and launched a new Web site. The firm is now called HF Financial.

 

Corporate Information Technologies Takes Environmentally Friendly Computing to the Next Level

[April 26, 2010] CHARLOTTE – Through alliances with vendors, Corporate Information Technologies (CIT) has stepped up their efforts to provide customers with environmentally friendly computing options.

Donald Haack Diamonds & Fine Gems Partners with Queen's Cup Steeplechase to Benefit Make-A-Wish

[April 26, 2010] CHARLOTTE – Donald Haack Diamonds & Fine Gems (www.donaldhaack.com) added to the thrill of the race as a course partner and sponsor of the 15th annual Queen's Cup Steeplechase, held April 24 to benefit Make-A-Wish. 

 

Local Students Can Earn College Scholarships by Hosting Community Blood Drives

[April 26, 2010] - CHARLOTTE – The Community Blood Center of the Carolinas (CBCC) is calling on local high school and college students to help save summer.

Pea Organizing Services Conducts Kitchen Pantry Makeover for Local Television Show
[April 26, 2010] - CHARLOTTE – Fiorella Sabato, owner of Pea Organizing Services was recently featured on FOX Charlotte's "FOX News Rising."

 

Kyle Bumgardner of WebsiteBiz Educates Matthews Chamber on Social Media

 

CHARLOTTE – Kyle Bumgardner, Director of Business Development for interactive marketing agency WebsiteBiz (www.websitebiz.com) was recently a panelist for a discussion on social media in the workplace.  The session, held at the Matthews Chamber of Commerce’s April lunch meeting, was entitled “Social Media:  Time Waster or Money Maker for Your Business?” The Levine Senior Center played host as Bumgardner, an active speaker on Internet marketing and social media marketing, answered questions and gave opinions on what constitutes productive social media, as opposed to a time-consuming distraction.

 

S.T.A.R. Adds TTI Total Performance Systems to Toolkit

CHARLOTTE – Strategic Learning Partner Firm S.T.A.R. Resources (www.starresources.biz) has added Target Training International (TTI) Total Performance Systems, Ltd. assessment tools to the S.T.A.R. Resources toolkit.  The firm already offers assessments provided by Inscape Publishing, and now adds seven TTI assessments, allowing them to provide their clients with over seventy-five job performance and family relationship reports, including Benchmarking, Values & Motivators, and the TTI Emotional Quotient™, a proprietary TTI process.

 
NHEO Announces Partnership with Ben Craig Center and Belk College of Business

[April 19, 2010] CHARLOTTE – The National Hispanic Entrepreneurs’ Organization (NHEO) will cut the ribbon on the offices of the NHEO Institute, to be located at the Ben Craig Center at 8701 Mallard Creek Road in Charlotte.  The NHEO Institute aims to foster the creation of innovation-based ventures, provide technical assistance, along with educational workshops and seminars.  The overall goal of the Institute is to inspire the next generation of Hispanic entrepreneurs...
 

Lawrence Cruciana of Corporate Information Technologies Selected as Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools STEM All-Star

[April 19, 2010] CHARLOTTE – – Lawrence Cruciana, president and chief systems engineer of Corporate Information Technologies (www.corp-infotech.com) has been selected to receive a Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools STEM (Science Technology Engineering & Math) All-Star Award for his work teaching middle school students about computers through the McClintock Partners In Education program.

 

Community Blood Center of the Carolinas' Karen Calder Featured on Local Radio Program
[April 19, 2010] CHARLOTTE – Karen Calder with the Community Blood Center of the Carolinas (CBCC), was recently featured on WBT 1110-AM's "Charlotte's Morning News Weekend Edition" with Don Russell.


 

Donald Haack Diamonds & Fine Gems' Heart of Diamonds Benefits American Heart Association

[April 12, 2010] CHARLOTTE – Customers agree that the staff at Donald Haack Diamonds & Fine Gems has a lot of heart. And the American Heart Association benefitted from that generosity when Donald Haack Diamonds & Fine Gems donated a beautiful diamond and 18K white gold heart pendant for auction at the 52nd Annual Greater Charlotte Heart Ball.

 

Moonlight Creative Group Hired by Working Simply
[April 12, 2010] CHARLOTTE – Moonlight Creative Group has been engaged by Working Simply to design and produce marketing collateral for the productivity consulting firm.


Hinrichs Flanagan Financial Welcomes Canty, Borchert and Ferguson

[April 12, 2010] CHARLOTTE – Joseph M. Canty has joined Hinrichs Flanagan Financial as a Financial Services Professional.

Community Blood Center of the Carolinas Donates More Than 20 Tons of Food to Second Harvest
[April 12, 2010] CHARLOTTE – The Community Blood Center of the Carolinas (CBCC) has donated a total of 43,104 pounds of food to Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina as part of its Second Annual "Pint for Pounds" campaign.

24 Hours of Booty Launches New Online Store with Gita Sporting Goods
[April 12, 2010] CHARLOTTE – 24 Hours of Booty, Inc. has teamed up with Gita Sporting Goods, LTD to host the 24 Hours of Booty online store.

 

Moonlight Creative Group Wins Top Industry Honors
[April 5, 2010] CHARLOTTE – Moonlight Creative Group, a leading Charlotte marketing communications firm, has received five American Graphic Design & Advertising (AGDA) 26 Awards.

Community Blood Center of the Carolinas Launches Stay Local Campaign

[April 5, 2010] CHARLOTTE – The Community Blood Center of the Carolinas (CBCC) has kicked off a new program whereby two lucky blood donors will have a chance to win a "StayCation."

 

Donald Haack Diamonds & Fine Gems Hosts Locally Based, Internationally Recognized Jewelry Artist David Wysor April 29

[April 5, 2010] CHARLOTTE – According to internationally known jewelry artist David Wysor, “A well-designed piece of jewelry should invite closer inspection." The staff of Donald Haack Diamonds & Fine Gems (www.donaldhaack.com) agrees and is offering an opportunity for closer inspection of David Wysor's unique jewelry.

Lance Selects SouthWood to Replace Iconic Sign with Fresh New Look

[April 5, 2010] CHARLOTTE – After a half century on the face of the Lance building on South Boulevard, the huge sign that was the iconic symbol of Charlotte’s favorite snack food producer needed to be replaced. So Lance turned to another long-time Charlotte business -- image, identity and signage specialists, SouthWood Corporation.

Web Development Firm Knowmad Technologies Launches New Mallard Creek Polymer Site

[April 5, 2010] CHARLOTTE: Web consultancy and development firm Knowmad Technologies (www.knowmad.com) has launched the redesigned corporate Web site for Mallard Creek Polymers, Inc. at www.mcpolymers.com.


Frye Joins WebsiteBiz as Campaign Manager

 [April 5, 2010] CHARLOTTE –Interactive marketing agency WebsiteBiz (www.websitebiz.com) has hired Katie Frye as Campaign Manager. 

 

Leaders of Charlotte Entrepreneurs’ Organization Attend Presidents Summit
[March 29, 2010] CHARLOTTE - Craig Dunn, president of the Charlotte Chapter of the Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO Charlotte) and owner of Carolina Office Solutions, and EO Charlotte President-Elect Dana Bradley, principal of Performance Holdings participated in the Entrepreneurs' Organization Presidents' Summit in Dallas, Texas.

International Construction Equipment Chooses L.A. Management to Produce Video
[March 29, 2010] CHARLOTTE –Marketing and video production firm, L.A. Management Company has been engaged by Matthews, N.C.-based International Construction Equipment, Inc. to produce a new corporate video for the company's European division to be used at trade shows.

 

Moonlight Creative Group Sews up Contract with YLI Thread
[March 29, 2010] CHARLOTTE – Moonlight Creative Group has been engaged by YLI Thread.

Tom Tousignant of Start With The House Gives Homeownership Planning Tips at Local Rotary Meeting
[March 29, 2010) CHARLOTTE – Tom Tousignant recently presented "Your Most Valuable Asset Today – Your Credit Score" at a monthly breakfast meeting for the Top-of-the Week Rotary in Uptown Charlotte.

Community Blood Center of the Carolinas Names 2009 Blood Donor and Drive Sponsor Winners
[March 29, 2010] CHARLOTTE – The Community Blood Center of the Carolinas (CBCC) today announced the "2009 Top Blood Drive Donors and Sponsors."

 

Moonlight Creative Group Wins National Accolades for Higher Education Projects

[March 22, 2010] CHARLOTTE - Moonlight Creative Group has recently received three "25th Annual Educational Advertising Awards" from the Higher Ed Marketing Report.

24 Hours of Booty Adds Janet Ervin to Team

[March 22, 2010] CHARLOTTE - Janet Ervin has joined 24 Hours of Booty, Inc. as marketing director.

 

L.A. Management Tapped for Online Marketing of Marshall Shredding and MedSharps

[March 22, 2010] CHARLOTTE –Marketing and video production firm, L.A. Management Company has been engaged by San Antonio-based Marshall Shredding Company and its MedSharps division to provide online marketing services.
 

Versatile Beaufurn Split Stacking Chair Endures Beautifully

[March 22, 2010] WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. - The Split Stacking Chair collection by Beaufurn (www.Beaufurn.com) is a colorful addition to the company’s family of beautiful furniture.  

 

Hood Hargett Turns to L.A. Management for New Web Site
[March 15, 2010]
CHARLOTTE –Marketing and video production firm, L.A. Management Company has created a new Web site for Hood Hargett & Associates, a Charlotte-based full service independent insurance agency.

Beaufurn Hires Suzanne Pugh Fawley to Lead Marketing
[March 15, 2010]
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. – Suzanne Fawley has joined Beaufurn (www.beaufurn.com), a high-quality commercial furniture supplier for restaurant, hospitality, airport, leisure and institutional markets, as Vice President – Business Development and Marketing.

Thompson Child & Family Focus Gets New Signs, Thanks to SouthWood Grant
[March 15, 2010]
CHARLOTTE – New signs lead the way to multiple Thompson Child & Family Focus sites, thanks to SouthWood Corporation's Identifying Our Community Grant.

Knowmad Technologies Congratulations Tessa Harmon on Google Analytics IQ Certification
[March 15, 2010] CHARLOTTE: Knowmad Technologies (
www.knowmad.com), a Charlotte-based Web consultancy and development firm is pleased to announce that Web developer Tessa Harmon has earned her Google Analytics Individual Qualification (IQ) certification.

Moonlight Creative Group's Ponischil Heads into Fast Lane with EO Accelerator Program
[March 15, 2010] CHARLOTTE – Karen Ponischil, co-founder and partner of Moonlight Creative Group, a leading Charlotte marketing communications firm, has been accepted into the Entrepreneurs' Organization (EO) Accelerator Program.

 

S.T.A.R. Resources Launches WeekendAttitudeAdjustment.com
[March 9, 2010] CHARLOTTE – S.T.A.R. Resources (www.starresources.biz), a Strategic Learning Partner Firm has launched a new interactive web-based community at www.WeekendAttitudeAdjustment.com. 

CEO Inc. Welcomes Godwin On Board
[March 8, 2010] CHARLOTTE – CEO Inc. (www.ceohr.com) has hired Chad Godwin as Senior Consultant in the company's Accounting, Financial and Executive  Search Division. 

Lee Price of WebsiteBiz Earns Google Analytics IQ and Microsoft adExcellence Certifications
[March 8, 2010] CHARLOTTE –Interactive marketing agency WebsiteBiz (www.websitebiz.com) is pleased to announce that campaign manager Lee Price has received his Microsoft adExcellence and Google Analytics Individual Qualification (IQ) certifications.

24-Hour Charity Cycling Event Commits $250,000 to Carolinas Kids Cancer Research Coalition
[March 8, 2010] CHARLOTTE – 24 Hours of Booty, Inc., which runs the Official 24-Hour Cycling Event of the Lance Armstrong Foundation and the only national 24-hour road cycling charity event in the country, has recently pledged $250,000 to the Carolina Kids Cancer Research Coalition in support of a new clinical trial program conducted by the Pediatric Hematology and Oncology Center at Levine Children’s Hospital.

Donald Haack Diamonds & Fine Gems Donation Benefits Hinds' Feet Farm
[March 8, 2010]
CHARLOTTE – Donald Haack Diamonds & Fine Gems supported the work of Hinds' Feet Farm by donating a uniquely crafted 18K hammered yellow gold and diamond pendant for auction at the 19th Annual Checkered Ball benefitting Hinds' Feet Farm.

TargetMail Marketing Chooses Knowmad Technologies for Lead Generation and Capture
[March 8, 2010] CHARLOTTE: Knowmad Technologies (
www.knowmad.com), a Charlotte-based Web consultancy and development firm has been selected by TargetMail Marketing to enhance their Web site for more effective online lead generation and lead capture.

Bring the Sun In with Beaufurn Table Base
[March 8, 2010]  WINSTON-SALEM, N.C.:
This sun-shaped cast iron table base by Beaufurn (www.Beaufurn.com) will brighten any space.

L.A. Management Produces Video Showcases Apple Rock Capabilities
[March 8, 2010] CHARLOTTE – Video production firm, L.A. Management Company has been engaged by Apple Rock Displays to create a new corporate video that reflects their expanded capabilities.

 

Elite Women to be RESET by Mary Elizabeth Murphy
[March 4, 2010] CHARLOTTE - Mary Elizabeth Murphy, Managing Director of S.T.A.R. Resources (www.starresources.biz), will be the featured speaker at Women With Know How Elite’s March 16th evening meeting.

Customer Service Solutions’ Gagnon Talks Employee Loyalty with PAHCOM
[March 2, 2010] CHARLOTTE – Ed Gagnon, President of Customer Service Solutions, Inc. (www.cssamerica.com) was the featured speaker for the Professional Association of Healthcare Office Management’s (PAHCOM) February 11 meeting. 


CEO Inc.’s Millhouse is Featured at Leadership Insights
[March 1, 2010]
CHARLOTTE – Deborah Millhouse, president of staffing and placement firm CEO Inc. (www.ceohr.com) was the featured speaker at the inaugural session of Leadership Insights on February 24, where she presented “Dissolve Fear and Create Confidence.”

DMR Architecture Helps Virginia's Daleville Town Center Become a Reality
[March 1, 2010]
CHARLOTTE – Charlotte-based DMR Architecture, PLLC (www.dmra.biz) was engaged to create written and graphic Master Plan Development Guidelines and Controls and Architectural Design Guidelines for historically-based residential housing types for Daleville Town Center in Botetourt County, just north of Roanoke, Virginia.

Donald Haack Diamonds President Julie Haack Elected to Charlotte Steeplechase Board
[March 1, 2010]
CHARLOTTE – Julie Haack, president of Donald Haack Diamonds & Fine Gems (www.donaldhaack.com) has been elected to serve on the board of directors of the Charlotte Steeplechase Association, Inc., which produces the Queen's Cup Steeplechase.

Knowmad Technologies to Provide Online Marketing for Suite 1000
[March 1, 2010] CHARLOTTE: Charlotte-based Suite 1000 has engaged Web consultancy and development firm Knowmad Technologies (
www.knowmad.com) to redesign their corporate Web site at www.suite1000.com, and to provide search engine optimization (SEO) and search engine marketing (SEM).

Charlotte Entrepreneurs’ Organization Members Chosen for Mayor's Small Business Opportunities Task Force
[March 1, 2010]
CHARLOTTE – The Charlotte Chapter of the Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO Charlotte) is pleased to announce that members Michelle Fish, CEO of Integra Staffing & Search and Laurie Leonard, president of Suite 1000 have been named to the Mayor's Small Business Opportunities Task Force.

Moonlight Creative Group to Create Ad Campaign for Upcoming Executive Education Programs
[March 1, 2010]
CHARLOTTE – Moonlight Creative Group, a leading Charlotte marketing communications firm, has been hired by the Executive Leadership Institute at the McColl School of Business at Queens University of Charlotte to create an ad campaign for two upcoming “Building Your Innovation Capacity” workshops.

Lou Amico of L.A. Management Makes List of Top 50 Entrepreneurs
[March 1, 2010]
CHARLOTTE – Lou Amico, president of marketing and video production firm, L.A. Management Company, has been named one of the Top 50 Entrepreneurs in Charlotte by Business Leader Media.

 

NewPoint Learning Names Graner Mooresville Center Director
[February 26, 2010] DAVIDSON – The Newpoint Learning Center (www.newpointlearning.com) has hired Ashleigh Graner as a new Center Director for its Mooresville, North Carolina center.

Customer Service Solutions’ Gagnon Speaks to Rock Hill Partners
[February 22, 2010] CHARLOTTE – Ed Gagnon, President of Customer Service Solutions, Inc. (www.cssamerica.com) was the featured speaker for Rock Hill Business Partners Network, the Rock Hill chapter of Professional Network Connections (PNC). 

Marketing and Video Production Firm L.A. Management Retained by NY Aesthetic Consultants
[February 22, 2010]
CHARLOTTE – The New York Aesthetic Consultants, LLP has chosen Charlotte-based marketing and video production firm, L.A. Management Company to create a new web site at http://www.thenyac.com.

Donald Haack Diamonds & Fine Gems Co-Sponsors Spirit Awards
[February 22, 2010]
CHARLOTTE – Donald Haack Diamonds & Fine Gems (www.donaldhaack.com) and The Mint Museum honored recipients of the 2009 Spirit Awards – one of the Charlotte metro area’s highest honors in the arts.

 

L.A. Management to Create Direct-to-Consumer Site for Island House Furniture
[February 15, 2010]
CHARLOTTE – Charleston, S.C-based Bauer International Inc. enjoys a reputation as one of the finest providers of hand crafted furnishings, accessories and fixtures to the hospitality industry, golf and country clubs, retailers, designers and specialty events.

CEO Inc. Named One of the Top Businesses in the Country
[February 15, 2010] CHARLOTTE – In recognition of the economic power of privately held businesses, DiversityBusiness.com named staffing and placement firm CEO Inc. (www.ceohr.com) as one of the top businesses in the United States. 

SouthWood Receives British Airways Business Opportunity Grant
[February 15, 2010] CHARLOTTE – The thought is in the mind of every successful business owner:  Right now, somewhere in the world there is a great business opportunity that can help my company to grow.

DMR Architecture Partners with Boys and Girls Club to Build a Better Future
[February 15, 2010]
CHARLOTTE – The folks at DMR Architecture (www.dmra.biz) arranged a very special trip to Charlotte’s EpiCentre to help the youngsters at The Boulevard Home Salvation Army’s Boys and Girls Club to explore the mysteries of architecture.

Community Blood Center of the Carolinas Teams Up with Adam Tanskley Foundation
[February 15, 2010] CHARLOTTE – The Community Blood Center of the Carolinas (CBCC) announced today that it has formed a partnership with the Adam Faulk Tanksley Foundation to help raise awareness about the importance of blood donation in the community and about pediatric cancer.

WebsiteBiz Delivers Online Marketing for Global Medical Imaging
[February 15, 2010] CHARLOTTE – Interactive marketing agency WebsiteBiz (www.websitebiz.com) has been engaged by Global Medical Imaging, LLC (GMI) to develop and manage the company’s online marketing presence including search engine optimization and paid search marketing.

Moonlight Creative Group, Envision3 Consulting and Local ACHE Chapter Host Successful Healthcare Event
[February 15, 2010] CHARLOTTE – Greater Charlotte Healthcare Executives (an independent chapter of the ACHE) recently teamed up with Envision3 Consulting and Moonlight Creative Group to host a healthcare services event called “Partnering for Progress.”

Charlotte Checkers Assist 24-Hour Charity Cycling Event in Facing off Cancer – March 14
[February 15, 2010] CHARLOTTE – 24 Hours of Booty, Inc. – which runs the Official 24-Hour Cycling Event of the Lance Armstrong Foundation and the only national 24-hour road cycling charity event in the country – and the Charlotte Checkers are teaming up for the “Second Annual Booty Day” event when the hockey team takes on the Gwinnett Gladiators at Time Warner Cable Arena on Sunday, March 14, 2010 at 2:00 p.m.

 

South Charlotte Family Receives Garage Makeover in Pea Organizing Services’ Reorganize My Space Contest
[February 8, 2010] CHARLOTTE – Pea Organizing Services, a full-service professional organizing and productivity consulting firm, announced today that The Bradley Family of Beverly Crest won the “2010 Reorganize My Space” contest in honor of National Get Organized Month.

Deborah Millhouse of CEO Inc. Discusses How to Recruit and Retain Great Sales People
[February 8, 2010]
CHARLOTTE – Deborah Millhouse, president of staffing and placement firm CEO Inc. (www.ceohr.com) was the featured speaker at Northlake Network, where she presented “How to Recruit and Retain Great Sales People.”

SouthWood Signage Grant Awarded to Charlotte Rescue Mission
[February 8, 2010]
CHARLOTTE – SouthWood Corporation (www.southwoodcorp.com), which provides image-conscious signage and graphics for clients nationwide, has awarded a $5000 “Identifying Our Community” Grant to Charlotte Rescue Mission.

NewPoint Learning Center Opens New Location in Denver, NC
[February 8, 2010]
DAVIDSON – NewPoint Learning Center (www.newpointlearning.com) is pleased to announce the opening of its newest franchise location in Denver, NC, at 3130 North Highway 16. 

ROC Advisory Group Hires Marketing Firm L.A. Management
[February 8, 2010]
CHARLOTTE – Charlotte-based marketing and video production firm, L.A. Management Company has been retained by ROC Advisory Group to provide full service marketing, web development, video production and internet marketing for the new company.

Local Attorney Alexander Named One of 2010’s “Super Lawyers”
[February 8, 2010] CHARLOTTE
– Fisher & Phillips LLP (www.laborlawyers.com) is proud to announce that Mason Alexander, the managing partner of its Charlotte office, has been named to North Carolina’s Super Lawyers 2010 list by Super Lawyers magazine. 

 
Interactive Marketing Agency WebsiteBiz Launches New Site
[February 1, 2010] CHARLOTTE –Interactive marketing agency WebsiteBiz recently launched its new Web site at www.WebsiteBiz.com with a new look and easier access to more online resources.

Charlotte Entrepreneurs’ Organization Learns from America’s Dream Coach
[February 1, 2010]
CHARLOTTE – Forget resolutions and go for your dreams! That was the message that brought together members of the Charlotte Chapter of the Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO Charlotte), their spouses and their employees on January 27 to learn from Marcia Wieder, known as America’s Dream Coach.  

24-Hour Charity Cycling Event Engages Cadence Sports
[February 1, 2010] CHARLOTTE – 24 Hours of Booty, Inc., which runs the Official 24-Hour Cycling Event of the Lance Armstrong Foundation and the only national 24-hour road cycling charity event in the country, announced today that it has hired Cadence Sports as its event management company. Cadence Sports will coordinate all event logistics for the 24 Hours of Booty events in Charlotte, Columbia, Md. and Atlanta.

Community Blood Center of the Carolinas Urges Blood Donation in Observance of World Cancer Day – Feb. 4
[February 1, 2010]
CHARLOTTE – In commemoration of World Cancer Day on (Thursday, Feb. 4), the Community Blood Center of the Carolinas (CBCC) is urging the public to donate blood in support of cancer patients in the Charlotte region.  

Local Author and Entrepreneur Murphy to Speak at Park Road Books
[February 1, 2010]
CHARLOTTE - Mary Elizabeth Murphy, Managing Director of S.T.A.R. Resources (www.starresources.biz), will lead a workshop at Park Road Books to host An Evening to RESET. 


 

Middle Schoolers See Career Opportunities Thanks to Corporate Information Technologies
[January 25, 2010] CHARLOTTE – Lawrence Cruciana, president and chief systems engineer and Tom Mount, technical account manager of Corporate Information Technologies (www.corp-infotech.com) were recently featured on FOX News Rising to discuss their work teaching middle school students about computers.

WebsiteBiz Executives Elected to Lead Charlotte Interactive Marketing Association
[January 25, 2010]
CHARLOTTE – Eric Dudley, president of interactive marketing agency WebsiteBiz (www.websitebiz.com) has been elected to serve as President of the Charlotte Interactive Marketing Association (Charlotte IMA).

Deborah Millhouse of CEO Inc. Speaks to MBC
[January 25, 2010]
CHARLOTTE – Deborah Millhouse, president of CEO Inc. (www.ceohr.com) was the featured speaker at Midweek Business Connections’ (MBC) January 6th meeting. 

S.T.A.R. RESOURCES TO BE PLATINUM SPONSOR OF POLICE OFFICERS’ CU CONFERENCE
[January 25, 2010] CHARLOTTE - S.T.A.R. Resources (www.starresources.biz), a provider of programs designed to help organizations improve performance, will be the Platinum Sponsor of the Seventh Annual Police Officers’ Credit Union Conference.  

SouthWood Signs Will Lead the Way to N.C. Dance Theatre
[January 25, 2010] CHARLOTTE – It's clear that the Patricia McBride & Jean-Pierre Bonnefoux Center for Dance will be special, right down to the details of its custom-designed signs.

Community Blood Center of the Carolinas Celebrates New Year with New Web site
[January 25, 2010]
CHARLOTTE – The Community Blood Center of the Carolinas (CBCC) announced today the launch of its newly revamped Web site, www.cbcc.us.


 

WebsiteBiz Congratulates David Zimmerman on Google Analytics IQ Certification
[January 18, 2010]
CHARLOTTE –Interactive marketing agency WebsiteBiz (www.websitebiz.com) is pleased to announce that campaign manager David Zimmerman has received his Google Analytics Individual Qualification (IQ) certification.

 

24 Hours of Booty’s 2010 Charlotte Event Reaches Capacity in Record Time
1,200 riders register in just 10 days
[January 15, 2010] CHARLOTTE – 24 Hours of Booty, Inc., which runs the Official 24-Hour Cycling Event of the Lance Armstrong Foundation and the only national 24-hour road cycling charity event in the country, announced today that has reached capacity – 1,200 riders – for its Charlotte event in just 10 days.

*MEDIA ADVISORY* 24 Hours of Booty and YMCA Join Forces to Host Virtual “Ride Days” – Jan. 14-25
[January 13, 2010] WHO: 24 Hours of Booty, Inc. and the YMCA of Greater Charlotte 
WHAT:  24 Hours of Booty is teaming up with the YMCA of Greater Charlotte to host rides during select spin classes at the Dowd, Harris and Morrison branches during “24 Days of Booty.” Each of the below classes will feature a virtual ride of all three courses in Charlotte, Columbia, Md. and Atlanta, enabling participants to experience each city’s “Booty Loop.”  

Fisher & Phillips LLP Opens Phoenix Office
[January 13, 2010] CHARLOTTE – Fisher & Phillips LLP, a national labor and employment law firm, announces its expansion into Phoenix. Attorneys Pavneet Singh Uppal and Chris M. Mason have joined Fisher & Phillips to open the new Arizona office.

S.T.A.R. Resources’ Murphy to RESET Charlotte Chapter of ASTD
[January 11, 2010] CHARLOTTE - Mary Elizabeth Murphy, Managing Director of S.T.A.R. Resources (www.starresources.biz), will appear at the January dinner meeting of the Charlotte chapter of the American Society for Training & Development (ASTD). 

Duvall Investment Group to Provide Association Management for The Iveys
[January 11, 2010]
CHARLOTTE – Duvall, Inc. (www.duvallonline.com) has been engaged by The Iveys as its association management firm. 

CEO Inc. President Deborah Millhouse Named to PRC Board
[January 11, 2010]
CHARLOTTE – Deborah Millhouse, president of CEO Inc. (www.ceohr.com) has been named to the Pregnancy Resource Center’s board of directors. 

Donald Haack Diamonds & Fine Gems Supports International House with Beautiful Donation
[January 11, 2010]
CHARLOTTE – The team at Donald Haack Diamonds & Fine Gems has a highly respected international reputation for its jewelry expertise and experience.

Web Development Firm Knowmad Technologies Introduces Web Site Management Service
[January 11, 2010] CHARLOTTE - Web consultancy and development firm Knowmad Technologies (
www.knowmad.com) has launched their new Web Site Management Service to help clients create a more effective online presence.

Panel of Experts Shares Social Media Advice for Small Businesses
[January 11, 2010]
CHARLOTTE – Lou Amico, president of marketing and video production firm, L.A. Management Company moderated a panel discussion with industry experts on social media on January 7.

Nonprofit Grant Application Deadline January 15 for SouthWood Signage Grant
[January 11, 2010]
CHARLOTTE – Free signage and services from SouthWood Corporation (www.southwoodcorp.com), the Charlotte-based image, identity and signage specialists are available to Mecklenburg County nonprofits that apply for SouthWood’s Identifying Our Community Grant Program.

 

Caribou Coffee to Host Local Author and Entrepreneur Murphy
[January 6, 2010] CHARLOTTE - Mary Elizabeth Murphy, Managing Director of S.T.A.R. Resources (www.starresources.biz), will appear at the Colony Road Caribou Coffee to host An Evening to RESET, a workshop on her new RESET behavioral style model. 


24 Hours of Booty Paints the New Year Orange with 24 Days of Booty
[January 5, 2010] CHARLOTTE – 24 Hours of Booty, Inc., which runs the Official 24-Hour Cycling Event of the Lance Armstrong Foundation and the only national 24-hour road cycling charity event in the country, is kicking off “24 Days of Booty” to celebrate the new year and the launch of its 2010 events in Charlotte, Columbia, Md. and Atlanta.


Interactive Marketing Agency WebsiteBiz to Strengthen International Online Presence for Celgard
[January 4, 2010] CHARLOTTE – Interactive marketing agency WebsiteBiz (www.websitebiz.com) has been selected by Celgard, LLC to develop and manage the company’s online marketing presence. WebsiteBiz has redesigned the Celgard.com Web site and has been engaged to translate the site into Korean, Mandarin and Japanese along with providing email marketing and search marketing to better engage their audience online.

Windchase Court Hires Duvall Investment Group Provide Association Management
[January 4, 2010]
HIGH POINT – Duvall, Inc. (www.duvallonline.com) has been engaged by Windchase Court’s Townhome Owners Association (TOA) as its association management firm. 

 

Community Blood Center of the Carolinas’s Pint for Pounds Campaign to Launch Jan. 4
Partnership to support Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina
[December 28, 2009]
CHARLOTTE – The Community Blood Center of the Carolinas (CBCC) and the Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina are collaborating again for the Second Annual “Pint for Pounds” campaign.

DMR Architecture Welcomes Mike Cognac
[December 28, 2009] CHARLOTTE – Mike Cognac has joined
DMR Architecture as Director of Business Development. Prior to joining DMR, Cognac served as a business development consultant and as Vice President of Marketing and Business development at CaroLinks in Charleston, S.C.

Duvall Investment Group Chosen to Provide Association Management to Boxwood
[December 28, 2009]
CHARLOTTE – Duvall, Inc. (www.duvallonline.com) has been engaged by Boxwood Condominiums Owners Association (COA) as its association management firm. 

Hinrichs Flanagan Financial’s Linares Shares “Pearls of Wisdom” to Help Women with Financial Goals
[December 28, 2009] CHARLOTTE – Ellen R. Linares, CLU, CLTC a Financial Services Professional with Hinrichs Flanagan Financial, a Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company (MassMutual) General Agency, recently led a “Pearls of Wisdom” seminar as part of a program hosted by the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) Charlotte, the Charlotte Business Journal and Hinrichs Flanagan Financial.

Kyle Bumgardner, WebsiteBiz Discusses Changing Marketing Landscape
[December 28, 2009]
CHARLOTTE – Kyle Bumgardner, Director of Business Development for interactive marketing agency WebsiteBiz (www.websitebiz.com) was recently a guest lecturer in an Internet Marketing course at the Belk College of Business at UNC Charlotte.

 


Community Blood Center of the Carolinas Welcomes Karen Calder
[December 21, 2009]
CHARLOTTE – Karen Calder has joined the Community Blood Center of the Carolinas (CBCC) as the director of development and public relations.

WebsiteBiz Exec Featured at International Conference
[December 21, 2009]
CHARLOTTE – Kyle Bumgardner, Director of Business Development for interactive marketing agency WebsiteBiz (www.websitebiz.com) was a featured guest speaker at the NCR Americas International Partners Conference in Miami, Florida.

Kristen LeCrone of DMR Architecture Honored
[December 21, 2009]
CHARLOTTE – Kristen LeCrone, director of marketing for DMR Architecture, PLLC was recently honored with Business Leader Media’s 2009 Women Extraordinaire Award.

Donald Haack Diamonds & Fine Gems Welcomes Leslie Englander
[December 21, 2009]
CHARLOTTE – Donald Haack Diamonds & Fine Gems is pleased to welcome Leslie Englander in her new role as Business Manager. Englander brings experience in retail jewelry to the team, as well as diverse operational and marketing experience.

Moonlight Creative Group, Envision3 Consulting and Local ACHE Chapter Host Healthcare Event – Jan. 21
[December 21, 2009]
CHARLOTTE – Greater Charlotte Healthcare Executives (an independent chapter of the ACHE) is teaming up with Envision Consulting and Moonlight Creative Group to host a healthcare services event called “Partnering for Progress” on Thursday, Jan. 21 from 5:00-8:00 p.m.

Duvall Investment Group Hires Dolinski as Association Manager
[December 21, 2009] CHARLOTTE – Duvall Investment Group, Inc., (www.duvallonline.com) which provides homeowners’ and condominium and townhome owners’ association management services for communities and neighborhoods, has hired Lori Dolinski as Association Manager.

Davidson Center to Collaborate with JCC on College Info Day
[December 21, 2009]
DAVIDSON – The Davidson Center, part of the NewPoint Learning family, (www.newpointlearning.com) is an invited participant in the upcoming Demystifying the College Application Process to be held at the Jewish Community Center of Charlotte (JCC) in January. 

 

24 Hours of Booty to Open 2010 Event Registration Jan. 4 – Slots limited to first 1,200 riders
[December 14, 2009] CHARLOTTE – 24 Hours of Booty, Inc., which runs the Official 24-Hour Cycling Event of the Lance Armstrong Foundation, announced today that registration for The Ninth Annual 24 Hours of Booty in Charlotte will officially open on Monday, Jan. 4, 2010.

Theresa Anzelone Takes on New Role at Community Blood Center of the Carolinas
[December 14, 2009] CHARLOTTE – Theresa Anzelone has assumed a new position at the Community Blood Center of the Carolinas (CBCC).

Kantor Becomes Newpoint Learning’s Regional Support Director
[December 14, 2009]
DAVIDSON – The Newpoint Learning Center (www.newpointlearning.com) has named Dr. Mary-Margaret Kantor as Regional Support Director.  

Eric Dudley, WebsiteBiz Re-appointed to Charlotte Business Advisory Committee on Economic Development
[December 14, 2009]
CHARLOTTE – Eric Dudley, president of interactive marketing agency WebsiteBiz (www.websitebiz.com) has been re-appointed by the Charlotte City Council to the Business Advisory Committee for the City of Charlotte's Economic Development program.

 


Pea Organizing Services Launches 2010 Reorganize My Space Contest – deadline is Jan. 11
[December 9, 2009]
CHARLOTTE – Pea Organizing Services, a full-service professional organizing and productivity consulting firm, is celebrating the Sixth Annual National Get Organized Month this January by offering an opportunity to win one free organizing session for a home or office space.

Community Blood Center of the Carolinas Awards $4,000 in Scholarships to Area Students

Winning students from Charlotte, Kings Mountain, Lake Norman and Midland/Monroe
[December 7, 2009] CHARLOTTE – The Community Blood Center of the Carolinas (CBCC) today announced that it has awarded $1,000 scholarships to four area students who coordinated community blood drives as part of CBCC’s “Saving Summer Scholarship” program.

SouthWood Signs to Guide Carolina Thread Trail Visitors
[December 7, 2009]
CHARLOTTE – Nearly two years ago, SouthWood Corporation (www.southwoodcorp.com), which provides image-conscious signage and graphics for clients nationwide, pledged to donate $50,000 of consulting and creative services and/or signage products to support the Carolina Thread Trail.

Davidson Center, Newpoint Learning Participate in Christmas in Davidson
[December 7, 2009]
DAVIDSON – The Davidson Center, part of the Newpoint Learning family, (www.newpointlearning.com) recently participated in Christmas in Davidson, a town-wide celebration of the holiday season.

Interactive Marketing Agency WebsiteBiz Makes Fast 50
[December 7, 2009]
CHARLOTTE – WebsiteBiz, a full-service interactive marketing agency was recently ranked No. 33 on the Charlotte Business Journal Fast 50, which honors companies that have experienced exceptional growth during the past three years. 

Moonlight Creative Group Gleams with Silver Davey Award
[December 7, 2009] CHARLOTTE – Moonlight Creative Group, a leading Charlotte marketing communications firm, received a Silver Davey Award for the advertising and marketing campaign it created for Donald Haack Diamonds & Fine Gems.

  

 


SouthWood Welcomes Natasha Kreutzer
[November 30, 2009]
CHARLOTTE – SouthWood Corporation (www.southwoodcorp.com), which provides image-conscious signage and graphics for clients nationwide, has hired Natasha Kreutzer as an Account Representative.

Bold and Beautiful - Beaufurn’s New LOUA-40 Chair is a Work of Art
[November 30, 2009]
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C.The artistic design of the new LOUA-40 chair by Beaufurn (www.Beaufurn.com) will elicit admiration and appreciation for its style and beauty, while making a bold statement about any establishment in which it is placed.

Fisher & Phillips’ Alexander to Talk EEOC with EA
[November 30, 2009]
CHARLOTTE – Mason Alexander, managing partner of the Charlotte office of labor law firm Fisher & Phillips LLP (www.laborlawyers.com) will speak to The Employers Association Thursday, January 7th at its Arrowood location.

Linares Joins Hinrichs Flanagan Financial
[November 30, 2009]
CHARLOTTE – Ellen R. Linares, CLU, CLTC, has joined Hinrichs Flanagan Financial as a Financial Services Professional.

Moonlight Creative Group Designs Poster to Raise Awareness about Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders
[November 30, 2009] CHARLOTTE – Moonlight Creative Group, a leading Charlotte marketing communications firm, recently completed design of an awareness poster for the Mecklenburg County Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders Committee (FASDC).

 


Moonlight Creative Group Honored Among Nation’s Top Healthcare Marketing Professionals
[November 23, 2009] CHARLOTTE – Moonlight Creative Group, a leading Charlotte marketing communications firm, earned a Gold CardioVascular Advertising (CVA) Award in the direct mail series category for patient story cards it created for the Community Blood Center of the Carolinas.

Law Firm Fisher & Phillips Receives Honor for Client Education Program
[November 23, 2009] CHARLOTTE
– The national labor and employment law firm Fisher & Phillips LLP has received 1st Place honors for Business Development Initiative from the Legal Marketing Association Southeast Chapter for the firm’s legal educational program “This Year, We’re Bringing It to Yousm.

Native Chicagoan Murphy Announces Book Release Party to Benefit Memorial Foundation
[November 23, 2009]
CHICAGO - Mary Elizabeth Murphy, Managing Director of S.T.A.R. Resources (www.starresources.biz), has split her time between the Windy City and Charlotte, North Carolina since founding the company in 1993. 

Wrap Guests in Comfort and Style with Beaufurn SA-378 Side Chair
[November 23, 2009]
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C.Its sophisticated style grabs attention. Its gentle curves are inviting.

Knowmad Technologies Shows Association Executives How to Get More Out of Web Technology
[November 23, 2009] CHARLOTTE – William McKee and Diona Kidd of Knowmad Technologies (www.knowmad.com) were hosted by the Charlotte Chapter of The Association Executives of North Carolina, where they presented “Doing More with Less: Getting More Out of Your Current Web Technology.”

 

Moonlight Creative Group Receives Three MarCom Awards
[November 16, 2009]
CHARLOTTE – Moonlight Creative Group, a leading Charlotte marketing communications firm, recently won three MarCom Awards from the Association of Marketing and Communication Professionals in the following categories: platinum for Queens University of Charlotte’s Hayworth College for Adult Studies’ folder and inserts package; gold for Donald Haack Diamonds & Fine Gems’ advertising campaign; and a gold for Cannon School’s “Cannon” magazine.


CEO Inc. Introduces Career Web Portal for Job Seekers 
[November 16, 2009] CHARLOTTE – CEO Inc.has launched YourCEOInc.com (www.yourceoinc.com), a free career Web portal to assist job seekers find employment.

Corporate Information Technologies’ Lawrence Cruciana Featured at Cyber Security Symposium
[November 16, 2009] CHARLOTTE – Lawrence Cruciana, president and chief systems engineer of Corporate Information Technologies (www.corp-infotech.com) was a featured panelist at the 10th Annual Cyber Security Symposium presented by University of North Carolina at Charlotte College of Computing and Informatics.

Video Production Firm L.A. Management Company to Produce PSA for AAA Carolinas
[November 16, 2009]
CHARLOTTE – Marketing and video production firm, L.A. Management Company has been engaged by AAA Carolinas to produce an informative video demonstrating the hazards of texting while driving.

WebsiteBiz Congratulates Lee Price on Google Adwords Certification
[November 16, 2009]
CHARLOTTE –Interactive marketing agency WebsiteBiz (www.websitebiz.com) is pleased to announce that campaign manager Lee Price has achieved certification as a Google Adwords Qualified Professional.


 

24-Hour Charity Cycling Event Breaks Million-Dollar Mark Two Years in a Row  
[November 9, 2009]
CHARLOTTE – 24 Hours of Booty, Inc., which runs the Official 24-Hour Cycling Event of the Lance Armstrong Foundation and the only 24-hour road cycling charity event in the country, today announced that it has raised more than $1 million from this year’s events in Charlotte, N.C. and Columbia, Md.

Hinrichs Flanagan Financial Teams up with MassMutual to Sponsor Best Places to Work
[November 9, 2009] CHARLOTTE – Hinrichs Flanagan Financial, a Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company (MassMutual) General Agency, and MassMutual participated as a presenting sponsor of the Charlotte Business Journal’s “2009 Best Places to Work” that took place on Wednesday, Nov. 4 at the Charlotte Convention Center. 

Pea Organizing Services’ Fiorella Sabato Gives Daylight Savings Time Organizing Tips on Local Radio Program
[November 9, 2009] CHARLOTTE – Fiorella Sabato, president of Charlotte-based Pea Organizing Services, a full-service professional organizing and productivity consulting firm, recently participated in an interview with Don Russell on WBT 1110-AM’s “Charlotte’s Morning News Weekend Edition” where she shared organizing tips for maximizing the extra hour gained from Daylight Savings Time.

Chronotek Receives Office Pride Award 
[November 9, 2009]
CHARLOTTE – Chronotek, a Charlotte-based premier telephone timekeeping company, has been honored with the Vendor of the Year Award by Office Pride, at the commercial cleaning service’s annual Franchise Retreat. 

CEO Inc. Honored Again as Best Place to Work in Charlotte
[November 9, 2009]
CHARLOTTE – CEO Inc. (www.ceohr.com), announced today that the firm was ranked No. 7 on the list of Best Places to Work in Charlotte in the small business category.

L.A. Management Produces Interactive Virtual Brochure for World Imports 
[November 9, 2009]
CHARLOTTE – Marketing and video production firm, L.A. Management Company has produced a virtual brochure CD for World Imports Decorative Lighting and Plumbing of Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

Bekky Zucco, WebsiteBiz Receives Google Analytics IQ Certification
[November 9, 2009]
CHARLOTTE –Interactive marketing agency WebsiteBiz (www.websitebiz.com) is pleased to announce that campaign manager Bekky Zucco has received her Google Analytics Individual Qualification (IQ) certification.

 

A HOLIDAY GIFT FOR CANCER SURVIVORS…A SPECIAL INVITE TO ATTEND KALEIDOSCOPE…AN EVENING OF SKATING SONG AND SURVIVORSHIP,

NOV. 16 IN WASHINGTON D.C.  
A celebration of survivorship featuring performances by cancer survivors Scott Hamilton, Dorothy Hamill and Olivia Newton-John to air during premiere FOX Television Thanksgiving Day event.  
CHARLOTTE, N.C. – November 4, 2009
– A prestigious group of national cancer advocacy partners, sanofi-aventis US, and Kaleidoscopeshow producers have teamed up to extend a special invitation of free tickets to the cancer community to celebrate their survivorship during the holiday season by attending the Kaleidoscopeholiday entertainment event.

Community Blood Center of the Carolinas’ Fifth Annual Puppies for Patients Program Underway
[November 2, 2009] CHARLOTTE – The Community Blood Center of the Carolinas (CBCC) has launched its Fifth Annual Puppies for Patients Program that is running now through Friday, Jan. 8, 2010.  

Donald Haack Diamonds & Fine Gems Adds Sparkle to Holidays with Open House and Christmas Tree Charm Presentation – Dec. 3  
[November 2, 2009] CHARLOTTE – Donald Haack Diamonds & Fine Gems will be kicking off the season with a Holiday Open House on Thursday, Dec. 3 from 10:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m. and the presentation of a new Christmas Tree Charm that will benefit the 55th Annual “ Singing Christmas Tree.”

Moonlight Creative Group Produces E-newsletter Campaign for Community Blood Center
[November 2, 2009] CHARLOTTE – Moonlight Creative Group, a leading Charlotte marketing communications firm, recently created an e-newsletter campaign for the Community Blood Center of the Carolinas (CBCC).

Chronotek Hires Nedrow as Director of Customer Service 
[November 2, 2009] CHARLOTTE – Chronotek, a Charlotte-based premier telephone timekeeping company, has hired Cheryl Nedrow as its Director of Customer Service. 

Mary Elizabeth Murphy to Sign Debut Work at Park Road Books   
[November 2, 2009] CHARLOTTE - Mary Elizabeth Murphy, Managing Director of S.T.A.R. Resources (www.starresources.biz), will appear at Park Road Books to sign her new book, RESET Your Buttons (Sept. 09, Author House Books). 

Mobile, Stylish, Durable Beaufurn Chairs are a Hit with Assisted Living and Health Care Facilities

[November 2, 2009] WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. – Mobility and style. Durability and comfort. Easy to store and easy to maintain. Beaufurn’s elegant and inviting SA-301AL wood frame, custom upholstered chair with casters accomplishes all of this and more.

Deborah Millhouse, CEO Inc. Presents Job Seekers with Hope for the Future  
[November 2, 2009] CHARLOTTE – Deborah Millhouse, president of CEO Inc. (www.ceohr.com) will present “Hope for Your Future” for job seekers as part of the “Happiness, Hope and Health” program at the YMCA of Greater Charlotte.

Terry Dalton of DMR Architecture Honored 
[November 2, 2009] CHARLOTTE – Terry Dalton, one of the founding partners of DMR Architecture, PLLC was recently honored with Business Leader Media’s 2009 Movers & Shakers Award. Winners are either rising leaders within companies with more than 100 employees or C-level executives leading rising companies with fewer than 100 employees.

Local Entrepreneur Chosen to Represent Charlotte Entrepreneurs’ Organization at International Leadership Academy 
[November 2, 2009] CHARLOTTE – Laurie Leonard, past president of the Charlotte Chapter of the Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO Charlotte), current EO Southeast Area Director and owner of Suite 1000, was chosen as one of the top entrepreneurial leaders from nine different countries to participate in the Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO) Leadership Academy.  

The Mint Museum Receives SouthWood Signage Grant  
[November 2, 2009] CHARLOTTE – SouthWood Corporation (www.southwoodcorp.com), which provides image-conscious signage and graphics for clients nationwide, has awarded a $5000 “Identifying Our Community” Grant to The Mint Museum.

Interactive Marketing Agency WebsiteBiz Honored for Business Ethics  
[November 2, 2009] CHARLOTTE –Interactive marketing agency WebsiteBiz (www.websitebiz.com) was honored as a finalist for the 2009 Charlotte Regional Ethics in Business Award, sponsored by the Charlotte Chapter of the Society of Financial Service Professionals.

 

Community Blood Center of the Carolinas Opens New Donation Center in Monroe Today

[October 27, 2009] CHARLOTTE – The Community Blood Center of the Carolinas (CBCC) announced today that it has opened a third regional donation center that is housed at Carolinas Medical Center-Union (CMC-Union), located at 600 Hospital Drive in Monroe.

Moonlight Creative Group Creates Marketing Materials for Hayworth College 
[October 26, 2009]
CHARLOTTE – Moonlight Creative Group, a leading Charlotte marketing communications firm, completed design and production of marketing collateral for Hayworth College for Adult and Evening Studies at Queens University of Charlotte.

McMahan Joins Duvall Investment Group as Project Manager 
[October 26, 2009]
CHARLOTTE – Duvall Investment Group, Inc., (www.duvallonline.com) which provides homeowners’ and condominium and townhome owners’ association management services for communities and neighborhoods, has hired Skye McMahan as Project Manager.

Local Author and Entrepreneur Murphy to Appear at Dilworth Coffeehouse 
[October 26, 2009]
MATTHEWS - Mary Elizabeth Murphy, Managing Director of S.T.A.R. Resources (www.starresources.biz), will appear at the Dilworth Coffeehouse on Matthews-Mint Hill Road to sign her new book, RESET Your Buttons (Sept. 09, Author House Books). 

CEO Inc. President Deborah Millhouse Delivers Message of Hope 
[October 26, 2009]
CHARLOTTE – Deborah Millhouse, president of CEO, Inc. (www.ceohr.com) was the featured guest speaker for the Church of Charlotte Employment Network Thursday Night Special Seminar.

Corporate Information Technologies Expands to Larger Office Space
[October 26, 2009]
CHARLOTTE – Corporate Information Technologies (www.corp-infotech.com) is growing.

Davidson-Based NewPoint Learning Center Expands to Nashville
[October 26, 2009] DAVIDSON, N.C. – Davidson, N.C.-based NewPoint Learning Center has expanded to Nashville, Tennessee with its first franchise location outside of the Carolinas. Founded as The Davidson Center in 1999, NewPoint Learning Center is a supplementary education school assisting students and families in the areas of tutoring, study skills, SAT and ACT preparation and college planning.


Charlotte Entrepreneurs’ Organization to Be Part of 24 Hours of Entrepreneurial Learning
[October 26, 2009]
CHARLOTTE - Over a 24-hour period on November 19, Entrepreneurs’ Organization chapters around the world will conduct events designed to drive business growth and innovation.

Curtis Walker, GDC-Total Business Solutions is Guest Lecturer for UNCC Engineering Management Seminar
[October 26, 2009] HUNTERSVILLE, N.C. – Curtis Walker, president of GDC-Total Business Solutions (www.GDC-TBS.com) was a guest lecturer at the Engineering Management Seminar Series at The University of North Carolina at Charlotte where he presented “Process Re-engineering: Leaning Out the Process.” 

Marketing Firm L.A. Management Company Rejuvenates Summit Cosmetic Surgery Web Site
[October 26, 2009]
CHARLOTTE – Marketing and Video Production firm, L.A. Management Company, has been hired by Summit Cosmetic Surgery and Skin Care Center to redesign their Web site www.SummitCosmeticSurgery.com and provide search engine marketing expertise.

Kyle Bumgardner of WebsiteBiz Discusses Using Online Social Networking
[October 26, 2009]
CHARLOTTE – Kyle Bumgardner, Director of Business Development for interactive marketing agency WebsiteBiz (www.websitebiz.com) was the featured guest speaker at Professional Network Connections in Rock Hill where he presented “Using Online Social Networking to Build Valuable Business Connections.”


 

CEO Inc. Welcomes Michelle Dalrymple
[October 19, 2009] CHARLOTTE - Michelle Dalrymple has joined CEO Inc., which specializes in direct hire placement, temporary staffing and human capital services, as Executive Assistant to the President.

Customer Service Solutions Provides Training to Johnston Health 
[October 19, 2009]
CHARLOTTE – Customer Service Solutions, Inc. (www.cssamerica.com) has been engaged by Johnston Health’s Eastern North Carolina (Smithfield, NC) building for specialized customer service (CS) training. 

Fisher & Phillips’ Alexander Explains EFCA to Triad CPN 
[October 19, 2009]
CHARLOTTE – Mason Alexander, managing partner of the Charlotte office of labor law firm Fisher & Phillips LLP (www.laborlawyers.com) recently gave a presentation to the Construction Professionals Network (CPN) in Greensboro, NC. 

Salon de Ville to Host Mary Elizabeth Murphy, Raise Money for Harrisburg Food Bank 
[October 19, 2009]
CHARLOTTE - Mary Elizabeth Murphy, Managing Director of S.T.A.R. Resources (www.starresources.biz), will appear at Salon de Ville to sign her new book, RESET Your Buttons (Sept. 09, Author House Books). 

Hinrichs Flanagan Financial Promotes David Cove to Executive Role 
[October 19, 2009]
CHARLOTTE – David V. Cove, CFP„µ, LUTCF of Hinrichs Flanagan Financial, a Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company (MassMutual) General Agency has been promoted to Vice President of Sales Operations.

Moonlight Creative Group Shines with Charlotte Ethics in Business Award 
[October 19, 2009]
CHARLOTTE – Moonlight Creative Group, a leading Charlotte marketing communications firm, won the “2009 Charlotte Regional Ethics in Business Award” in the Small Business Category from the Charlotte Chapter of Society of Financial Service Professionals.

L.A. Management Company Creates New Sites for McGrath
[October 19, 2009]
CHARLOTTE – Medical Marketing and video production firm, L.A. Management Company has been engaged by Texas-based McGrath Medical to redesign the Web site for their hair restoration practice (www.McGrathMedical.com).

WebsiteBiz Develops Online Marketing Strategy for Charlotte Dentistry
[October 19, 2009]
CHARLOTTE - Interactive marketing agency WebsiteBiz (www.websitebiz.com) has been engaged by Charlotte Dentistry Armstrong & Eshleman, P.A. to develop a comprehensive online marketing strategy.



 
S.T.A.R. Resources’ Murphy to Conclude Training of AHEC
[October 12, 2009] CHARLOTTE – Mary Elizabeth Murphy, Managing Director of S.T.A.R. Resources (www.starresources.biz), will teach the second in a series of two classes for the Charlotte Area Health Education Center (AHEC) on October 22nd at AHEC headquarters. 

Beaufurn Adds Variety and Color to Indoor and Outdoor Gathering Spots
[October 12, 2009] WINSTON-SALEM, N.C.Beaufurn introduced their new line of beautiful lacquered and tempered glass table tops and their stylish SAB-401 Barstool at the recent Hospitality Design Boutique Exposition & Conference in Miami.

CEO Inc. Launches Government and Business Partnership
[October 12, 2009] CHARLOTTE – CEO Inc., which specializes in direct hire placement, temporary staffing and human capital services, has launched a new division focusing on coordinating relationships with government and larger corporate clients.

Curtis Walker, President of GDC-Total Business Solutions Named to Business Leader List of Movers and Shakers
[October 12, 2009] HUNTERSVILLE, N.C. – Curtis Walker, president of GDC-Total Business Solutions (www.GDC-TBS.com) has been selected for the Business Leader Media’s 2009 Movers & Shakers Award.

Knowmad Technologies Brings Leading Edge Web Solutions to Clients
[October 12, 2009] CHARLOTTE – Knowmad Technologies President William McKee, Vice President Diona Kidd, and Web Developer Tessa Harmon were featured presenters at the 2009 WebGUI Users Conference, where they shared their expertise with developers, integration specialists, Web solutions providers and software users from around the globe.

L.A. Management Produces 3-D Trade Show Experience Video for Apple Rock
[October 12, 2009] CHARLOTTE – The goal at Apple Rock Displays is to create a great and memorable experience for tradeshow visitors.

Eric Dudley of WebsiteBiz Joins McColl School Entrepreneurial Leadership Circle
[October 12, 2009] CHARLOTTE –Eric Dudley, president of interactive marketing agency WebsiteBiz (www.websitebiz.com) has been awarded membership to the Entrepreneurial Leadership Circle (ELC) of the McColl School of Business at Queens University of Charlotte.

 
 

Oct. 12 to be proclaimed “24 Hours of Booty Day” in Charlotte 
[October 8, 2009] 24 Hours of Booty volunteers, participants, supporters and staff will be attending the Oct. 12 City Council Meeting when Council Member Andy Dulin presents an official proclamation for “24 Hours of Booty Day” in Charlotte. Attendees will be decked out in orange – the official color of 24 Hours of Booty – or in their team jersey to show support for the organization that has raised more than $3.5 million over the past eight years to help fight cancer.

Fisher & Phillips’ Alexander Educates TEA on EFCA
[October 5, 2009]
CHARLOTTE – Mason Alexander, managing partner of the Charlotte office of labor law firm Fisher & Phillips LLP (www.laborlawyers.com) was recently the featured speaker at The Employers’ Association’s October 1 breakfast meeting. 

Customer Service Solutions’ Relationship with NRS Media Canada Reaches New Milestone
[October 5, 2009]
CHARLOTTE – Customer Service Solutions, Inc. (www.cssamerica.com), recently completed its sixtieth Customer Satisfaction Survey for Atlanta-based NRS Media’s Canadian division. 

S.T.A.R. Resources to Sponsor Plato’s Day Benefit
[October 5, 2009]
CHARLOTTE - S.T.A.R. Resources (www.starresources.biz) has signed on to be a sponsor of Plato’s Day, a benefit for the Preston Robert Tisch Brain Tumor Center and the Discovery Club for Children at St. Luke’s Reformed Church in Salisbury, NC. 

CEO Inc. President Named Business Leader Mover & Shaker
[October 5, 2009]
CHARLOTTE – Deborah Millhouse, president of CEO, Inc. (www.ceohr.com) has been selected for the Business Leader Media’s 2009 Movers & Shakers Award.

Charlotte Entrepreneurs’ Organization Members Return to Inc. 5000
[October 5, 2009] CHARLOTTE –The Charlotte Chapter of the Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO Charlotte) is pleased to announce that the following members have been once again named to the Inc. 5000 list of fastest growing private companies in America...

Knowmad’s Diona Kidd Makes List of Movers & Shakers 
[October 5, 2009] CHARLOTTE – Diona Kidd, vice president of Knowmad Technologies (www.knowmad.com) has been selected for the Business Leader Media’s 2009 Movers & Shakers Award.

L.A. Management Company to Provide Marketing Support to Hood Hargett 
[October 5, 2009]
CHARLOTTE –Marketing and video production firm, L.A. Management Company has been retained by Hood Hargett to provide ongoing marketing support for the full service independent insurance agency.

WebsiteBiz President Eric Dudley to Speak at ExactTarget Connections Conference 
[October 5, 2009]
CHARLOTTE –Eric Dudley, president of interactive marketing agency WebsiteBiz (www.websitebiz.com) will be a featured business-to-business online marketing expert at the ExactTarget Connections ’09: Success By Design conference in Indianapolis.

 
SCOTT HAMILTON AND DOROTHY HAMILL RETURN TO THE ICE IN PREMIER FOX TELEVISION THANKSGIVING DAY EVENT: “KALEIDOSCOPE” SPONSORED BY SANOFI-AVENTIS US
Star-Studded Show To Feature Skating Champions, Recording Artists, Cancer Survivors and Health Advocates In One Unforgettable Night
CHARLOTTE, N.C. – September 23, 2009 – Television will be transformed this Thanksgiving Day into a celebration of Skating, Song and Survivorship with the debut of “Kaleidoscope” – a holiday variety special featuring Olympic skating champions and GRAMMY Award-winning music artists.


Duvall Investment Group Brings Williamson Aboard as Association Manager
[September 21, 2009] CHARLOTTE – Duvall Investment Group, Inc., (www.duvallonline.com) which provides homeowners’ and condominium and townhome owners’ association management services for communities and neighborhoods, has hired Mary Beth Williamson as Association Manager.

Fisher & Phillips LLP and InsideCounsel Magazine Bring Together Labor Law Leaders for National Symposium
[September 21, 2009] CHARLOTTE – Charlotte labor and employment law firm Fisher & Phillips LLP (www.laborlawyers.com), its national partners and InsideCounsel magazine announced that they have joined together to produce the first National Labor Law Symposium.


Mary Elizabeth Murphy RESETs PAHCOM
[September 21, 2009] CHARLOTTE - Mary Elizabeth Murphy, Managing Director of S.T.A.R. Resources (www.starresources.biz), and author of RESET Your Buttons, will be the featured speaker at the Professional Association of Health Care Office Management (PAHCOM) Metrolina chapter’s November 12th meeting. 

Knowmad.com Showcases Web Consultancy Expertise
[September 21, 2009] CHARLOTTE – Since 2002, Knowmad Technologies has been providing consulting and development that helps clients solve business challenges using Web technologies.

L.A. Management Company to Produce New Online Video for goodmortgage.com
[September 21, 2009] CHARLOTTE –Marketing and video production firm, L.A. Management Company has been re-engaged by goodmortgage.com to produce an updated series of online videos for the company.
 

Murphy Helps Innerpeace Natural Healthcare Find a World of Possibilities