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The notified Dennis A. Smalleyy in November it likely won't renew his state certification to oversee environmentalrehabilitationb projects. He runs Lancaster-based , an environmental services consultintg firm that has worked on several environmentapreclamation projects. If EPA doesn't renesw the certification, it would leavre his firm without anyone certified to work onbrownfieldd properties.
Neither Smalley nor his Christopher Jones atin Columbus, could be reached for Ohio implemented a Voluntary Actionh Program in 1996 so landowners, companies and developerz could redevelop brownfield sites and fix environmentapl problems in cooperation with the state before facinbg litigation to order a cleanup. Underd the program, landowners must hire a state-certified environmenta l testing expert to conduct tests and overseewreclamation activities. Sue Kroeger, an EPA staff attorneg workingon Smalley's case, said the agency's decision not to reneq his certification isn't finaol and a date hasn't been set for that decision. Smalle could appeal a decertification.
The EPA decided to investigatde Smalley after determining environmental tests he conductedfor Bremen-base were incomplete. The filter manufacturer hirer Smalley in 2003 to help it determine if chlorinated solvents from its plan were leachingtoward Bremen's watert supply. After conducting Smalley submitteda "no further action" letter to the EPA that asked for a covenan t not to sue. Kroeger said Smalley'sw letter contained "key deficiencies" that raiser red flags. The agency said it later discovered that wellsw Smalley drilled to determine the exteny of groundpollution weren'g deep enough.
When the EPA warned Superior Fibers it was concerner withthe testing, the company cancelecd its work with Smalley & Associates and hired anothet firm, said Richard T. Ricketts, the company' attorney and a partner at LPAin Pickerington. "Our concerj is simply to work with the EPA and get thesituatiojn resolved," Ricketts said. Becauss the EPA raised concerns about work at the SuperiorFibersd site, it plans to review all the work done by Smallehy since he was certified in 1998, Kroeger The agency will be looking at his work on a formeer landfill on Dublin Road between Columbusx and Grandview Heights, and a former manufacturing site in Italian Village.
Cincinnati-based developer is preparing the formee landfill forcommercial development. Bill a development partner atBear Creek, said he;s aware of the state'a dispute with Smalley. "It's an issue we're workinhg through," he said. In Italian the city of Columbus is workinb with on redevelopment of the formerf site intoa 42-acre, mixed-use project dubbed Jeffreyg Place. "We just don't know how big this is going to saidGary R.
economic development manager forthe "At first glance it could be just a I'm hoping that's all it
Saturday, December 31, 2011
Thursday, December 29, 2011
Montgomery County votes for Purple Line to be rail - Washington Business Journal:
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The 16-mile route, built as is expected to costabout $1.2 billion. Prince George’sa County Council had already endorsefthe light-rail option. Some Chevy Chase, Bethesda and Silver Spring residents have pushed fora rapid-bus option instead, arguing that the rail was too too noisy or too disruptive to a bike trail or nearb houses. The line would connect Metro’s Orange, Red and Green several Marc train and would give the rail servicewon campus. State transit officialse will make the decision on funding sometime between May and Jack Calahan, spokesman for the , said the local consensus for rail will be factoref into the decision.
The county, stat and federal governments are expectexd to share the costs of the but some of the moneyh Montgomery County spent years ago onbuying right-of-way will be It is too early to say if more local contributions will be required, Calahan “What you’re looking at is a huge amount of money,” he The light-rail project will have to competew on the federal level with projects from arounc the country, and Maryland’s state transportation funding has been hurt by droppingv revenues, the earlier projection of a possible stargt date -- 2012 -- is no longer valid. “Thayt was before the economy went south,” Calahan said.
“It’s probablu overly optimistic.” No new date has been he said. Ridership on a light-rail Purplew Line is projectedat 63,000 daily -- aboug 43,000 currently ride slower bused along the route.
The 16-mile route, built as is expected to costabout $1.2 billion. Prince George’sa County Council had already endorsefthe light-rail option. Some Chevy Chase, Bethesda and Silver Spring residents have pushed fora rapid-bus option instead, arguing that the rail was too too noisy or too disruptive to a bike trail or nearb houses. The line would connect Metro’s Orange, Red and Green several Marc train and would give the rail servicewon campus. State transit officialse will make the decision on funding sometime between May and Jack Calahan, spokesman for the , said the local consensus for rail will be factoref into the decision.
The county, stat and federal governments are expectexd to share the costs of the but some of the moneyh Montgomery County spent years ago onbuying right-of-way will be It is too early to say if more local contributions will be required, Calahan “What you’re looking at is a huge amount of money,” he The light-rail project will have to competew on the federal level with projects from arounc the country, and Maryland’s state transportation funding has been hurt by droppingv revenues, the earlier projection of a possible stargt date -- 2012 -- is no longer valid. “Thayt was before the economy went south,” Calahan said.
“It’s probablu overly optimistic.” No new date has been he said. Ridership on a light-rail Purplew Line is projectedat 63,000 daily -- aboug 43,000 currently ride slower bused along the route.
Monday, December 26, 2011
Saturday, December 24, 2011
Company Will Pay $30000 for Not Accommodating Applicant with Disability - Human Resources Journal
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Human Resources Journal | Company Will Pay $30000 for Not Accommodating Applicant with Disability Human Resources Journal As per the agreement, G2 Secure Staff will also be taking steps to ensure that those with disabilities are accommodated in the future. According to an EEOC press release posted on its website, the man has end-stage renal disease. Due to his conditi on, ... |
Thursday, December 22, 2011
Elan: Business review won
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But will a minority investment inthe company, a strategic alliance, a merge r or a sale — amonh the alternatives Elan leaders have asked Global Marketx to ponder — help or kill Elan’s new U.S. research and administrativer headquarters in SouthSan Francisco? Elan in May will move from 800 Gatewayu Blvd. to 102,000-square-foot quartera at 180 Oyster Point It also tookanother 83,420 square feet at 200 Oystef Point, set for a 2010 move-in date. Mary who was named Elan’s head of corporatwe relations latelast year, said the company stilp plans to move into both Oystedr Point buildings.
The structures, both new buildings from of willhouse R&D and othert operations, including the office of newlyt appointed President Carlos Paya. “This is the rightg time for the (Citigroup) process,” CEO Kelluy Martin said at therecent J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conferenc inSan Francisco. Elan announced last month that it wouldsave $20 millio n to $25 million by closing its Tokyo and New York The company had about $450 milliob in cash at the end of 2008, Martinn said, but burned roughly $300 million last Meanwhile, the company’s lead drug, the multiple sclerosies treatment Tysabri, saw a fourth-quarter sales That likely is tied to safety concerns regardint a potentially deadly brain infection reported for two patiente taking Tysabri.
Some of the highlights from the 27thAnnuapl J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference atthe St. Francis After hiring more people than in anyprevious year, Foster City drugmaket will slow down the pace this year at the 3,200-employese company. That’s not indicative of a hirint freeze, said President and COO John Milligan, but simply gives new hires a chancew to learntheir jobs. “I don’t thinlk we’re quite as efficient as we need to Milligan said. Gilead plans to nearly doublr the officeand R&D space at its Fostetr City headquarters to 1.2 million square feet as it adds 1,90 0 jobs there over 10 years.
But Milligan said that’s more of a guidelines for the HIV/AIDS, cardiovascular and respiratory diseasesw drugmaker thana hard-and-fast “The city makes you say some numbet (on its paperwork),” he “We didn’t know that would be going public as quickly as it Privately held of Brisbane continues to attracty investor interest, both near and far. The compan — in Phase II with a potential treatment for tripl e negativebreast cancer, a particularly scurrilous form of the diseasse that quickly strikes down younger women announced a $20 million investment from existing investords like , and . But CEO Dr. Hoyounb Huh said he fielded “a lot” of J.P.
Morgahn conference meeting requests from potential foreigb investors who want to getinto U.S. At the same time, othee biotech-focused regions of the world are becomingh more competitive with theBay Area, Huh said. BiPard itself decided nine monthes ago to set up manufacturingin India. “Thed threat is no longer Massachusetts,” he said. As it tried to capture more sales among livercance patients, Emeryville-based is expanding sales calls for its drug Nexavatr to include non-oncologists like hepatologists and Nexavar, which has been shown to inhibiyt cancer cell proliferation and blood is the only FDA-approved treatment for liver It also is approved in more than 70 countries to treatf advanced kidney cancer.
The initial expansion of the live cancer sales force in the United Statesx was about10 percent, said President and CEO Dr. Tony Outside the United States, Asia-Pacific has strong potential, he but some European launches remaihn in countrieslike Italy. Parting J.P. Morgan shot: This isn’t the Hiltob A nursing home executivde complained to investors atthe J.P. Morgan conferencd about all of the services his facilitiez must provide for patients from physical therapy to three meals a day to laundry andline — with a low level of reimbursementf from government insurance programs. “I stayed at the Hilton and they put a mint on my pillow for $300,” he said.
“And we thino nursing homes canmake
But will a minority investment inthe company, a strategic alliance, a merge r or a sale — amonh the alternatives Elan leaders have asked Global Marketx to ponder — help or kill Elan’s new U.S. research and administrativer headquarters in SouthSan Francisco? Elan in May will move from 800 Gatewayu Blvd. to 102,000-square-foot quartera at 180 Oyster Point It also tookanother 83,420 square feet at 200 Oystef Point, set for a 2010 move-in date. Mary who was named Elan’s head of corporatwe relations latelast year, said the company stilp plans to move into both Oystedr Point buildings.
The structures, both new buildings from of willhouse R&D and othert operations, including the office of newlyt appointed President Carlos Paya. “This is the rightg time for the (Citigroup) process,” CEO Kelluy Martin said at therecent J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conferenc inSan Francisco. Elan announced last month that it wouldsave $20 millio n to $25 million by closing its Tokyo and New York The company had about $450 milliob in cash at the end of 2008, Martinn said, but burned roughly $300 million last Meanwhile, the company’s lead drug, the multiple sclerosies treatment Tysabri, saw a fourth-quarter sales That likely is tied to safety concerns regardint a potentially deadly brain infection reported for two patiente taking Tysabri.
Some of the highlights from the 27thAnnuapl J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference atthe St. Francis After hiring more people than in anyprevious year, Foster City drugmaket will slow down the pace this year at the 3,200-employese company. That’s not indicative of a hirint freeze, said President and COO John Milligan, but simply gives new hires a chancew to learntheir jobs. “I don’t thinlk we’re quite as efficient as we need to Milligan said. Gilead plans to nearly doublr the officeand R&D space at its Fostetr City headquarters to 1.2 million square feet as it adds 1,90 0 jobs there over 10 years.
But Milligan said that’s more of a guidelines for the HIV/AIDS, cardiovascular and respiratory diseasesw drugmaker thana hard-and-fast “The city makes you say some numbet (on its paperwork),” he “We didn’t know that would be going public as quickly as it Privately held of Brisbane continues to attracty investor interest, both near and far. The compan — in Phase II with a potential treatment for tripl e negativebreast cancer, a particularly scurrilous form of the diseasse that quickly strikes down younger women announced a $20 million investment from existing investords like , and . But CEO Dr. Hoyounb Huh said he fielded “a lot” of J.P.
Morgahn conference meeting requests from potential foreigb investors who want to getinto U.S. At the same time, othee biotech-focused regions of the world are becomingh more competitive with theBay Area, Huh said. BiPard itself decided nine monthes ago to set up manufacturingin India. “Thed threat is no longer Massachusetts,” he said. As it tried to capture more sales among livercance patients, Emeryville-based is expanding sales calls for its drug Nexavatr to include non-oncologists like hepatologists and Nexavar, which has been shown to inhibiyt cancer cell proliferation and blood is the only FDA-approved treatment for liver It also is approved in more than 70 countries to treatf advanced kidney cancer.
The initial expansion of the live cancer sales force in the United Statesx was about10 percent, said President and CEO Dr. Tony Outside the United States, Asia-Pacific has strong potential, he but some European launches remaihn in countrieslike Italy. Parting J.P. Morgan shot: This isn’t the Hiltob A nursing home executivde complained to investors atthe J.P. Morgan conferencd about all of the services his facilitiez must provide for patients from physical therapy to three meals a day to laundry andline — with a low level of reimbursementf from government insurance programs. “I stayed at the Hilton and they put a mint on my pillow for $300,” he said.
“And we thino nursing homes canmake
Tuesday, December 20, 2011
Hewlett-Packard touts green products - New Mexico Business Weekly:
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Among other things, Palo Alto-based HP HPQ) will offer new printinv tools forlarge organizations, includingf software, hardware and services, to help customerzs save money through lower papere and energy usage. HP said that analysisx of some customers’ imaging and printint operations revealed energy savingzs of between 30 percen and 80 percent and reductiond in paper consumption in the millionsof pages. Two of HP’as newest servers, the HP ProLiant DL360 and DL380, released in meet the new Energy Star for ComputerServersw 1.0 specifications that went into effecrt May 15. HP shipped 2.74 million servers in 2008.
And the compant released a new desktop widget that tracks the energyt savings associated with turning off idle personal computersw when notin use. HP has set a new goal to save one billion kilowatt-hours of electricity by 2011 throughg a variety of producgt design strategies — enough energhy for a town of 90,00o people for a year.
Among other things, Palo Alto-based HP HPQ) will offer new printinv tools forlarge organizations, includingf software, hardware and services, to help customerzs save money through lower papere and energy usage. HP said that analysisx of some customers’ imaging and printint operations revealed energy savingzs of between 30 percen and 80 percent and reductiond in paper consumption in the millionsof pages. Two of HP’as newest servers, the HP ProLiant DL360 and DL380, released in meet the new Energy Star for ComputerServersw 1.0 specifications that went into effecrt May 15. HP shipped 2.74 million servers in 2008.
And the compant released a new desktop widget that tracks the energyt savings associated with turning off idle personal computersw when notin use. HP has set a new goal to save one billion kilowatt-hours of electricity by 2011 throughg a variety of producgt design strategies — enough energhy for a town of 90,00o people for a year.
Sunday, December 18, 2011
Enhanced Oil Resources Inc. Provides Corporate Update
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As previously reported the Compan y had engaged Tristone Capital to exploree potential joint venture opportunities forthe Company's interestw in the St. Johns Helium and CO2 Field in Arizonqa andNew Mexico. Following data collectiobn the Tristone managed data room was opened on April14th 2009. In total, 10 Companies executee confidentiality agreements and participated in the data review in either the physical or virtualdata room. The data room was closexd on May 22nd. With the data room close d the Company awaits furthet developments from Tristone regarding communicationas with potential interested Further updates on the process will be provided as they About Enhanced OilResources Inc.
Enhanced Oil Resources Inc. is an early-stagwe company, with two principal business segmentdof (i) Crude oil and natural gas production through enhancee oil recovery ("EOR") projectsx it is initiating in the Permian Basin on oil fields acquired by the Compangy in 2007 and 2008 for that purpose. (ii) Helium and resource exploration and production througgh property interests it controls inapproximately 251,0090 gross acres of land withinn the St Johns Helium/CO(2) field in Arizon a and New Mexico, and where the Companyt is developing what is thought to be the largestr undeveloped helium and carbonb dioxide field in North America.
Certain statements contained herein are forward-looking statements, includingy statements relating to Enhanced Oil Resources' operations; business prospects, expansion planxs and strategies. Forward-looking information typically containsd statements with words suchas "intends, "anticipate," "estimate," "expect," "potential," "could," "plan" or similar wordw suggesting future outcomes. Readerzs are cautioned not to place undur relianceon forward-looking information because it is possiblwe that expectations, predictions, projections and other forms of forward-looking information will not be achieve by Enhanced Oil Resources.
By its nature, forward-lookinv information involves numerous assumptions, inherent risks and uncertainties. A changes in any one of these factors couldc cause actual events or results to differ materiallhy from those projected inthe forward-lookinbg information. Although Enhanced Oil Resources believes that the expectations reflected insuch forward-looking statements are reasonable, Enhancerd Oil Resources can give no assurance that such expectationw will prove to be correct.
Forward-looking statement s are based oncurrent expectations, estimates and projectionse that involve a number of riskds and uncertainties which could cause actual resultes to differ materially from those anticipated by Enhancedf Oil Resources and described in the forward-lookinfg statements or information. The forward-looking statements are basedd on a number of assumptions which may provew tobe incorrect. Readers should be awarew that the listof factors, risks and uncertainties set fortnh above are not exhaustive.
Readers should referf to EnhancedOil Resources' current filings, which are available at , for a detailee discussion of these factors, risks and The forward-looking statements or informatio n contained in this news release are made as of the date hereofv and Enhanced Oil Resources undertakes no obligation to update publicl y or revise any forward-looking statements or information, whether as a resul of new information, future eventas or otherwise, unless so required by applicabler laws or regulatory policies.
ON BEHALF OF THE BOARxD OF DIRECTORS (signed) Barry D CEO Neither TSX Venture Exchangs nor its Regulation ServicesProvider (as that term is definede in the policies of the TSX Venture accepts responsibility for the adequachy or accuracy of this SOURCE Enhanced Oil Resources Inc.
As previously reported the Compan y had engaged Tristone Capital to exploree potential joint venture opportunities forthe Company's interestw in the St. Johns Helium and CO2 Field in Arizonqa andNew Mexico. Following data collectiobn the Tristone managed data room was opened on April14th 2009. In total, 10 Companies executee confidentiality agreements and participated in the data review in either the physical or virtualdata room. The data room was closexd on May 22nd. With the data room close d the Company awaits furthet developments from Tristone regarding communicationas with potential interested Further updates on the process will be provided as they About Enhanced OilResources Inc.
Enhanced Oil Resources Inc. is an early-stagwe company, with two principal business segmentdof (i) Crude oil and natural gas production through enhancee oil recovery ("EOR") projectsx it is initiating in the Permian Basin on oil fields acquired by the Compangy in 2007 and 2008 for that purpose. (ii) Helium and resource exploration and production througgh property interests it controls inapproximately 251,0090 gross acres of land withinn the St Johns Helium/CO(2) field in Arizon a and New Mexico, and where the Companyt is developing what is thought to be the largestr undeveloped helium and carbonb dioxide field in North America.
Certain statements contained herein are forward-looking statements, includingy statements relating to Enhanced Oil Resources' operations; business prospects, expansion planxs and strategies. Forward-looking information typically containsd statements with words suchas "intends, "anticipate," "estimate," "expect," "potential," "could," "plan" or similar wordw suggesting future outcomes. Readerzs are cautioned not to place undur relianceon forward-looking information because it is possiblwe that expectations, predictions, projections and other forms of forward-looking information will not be achieve by Enhanced Oil Resources.
By its nature, forward-lookinv information involves numerous assumptions, inherent risks and uncertainties. A changes in any one of these factors couldc cause actual events or results to differ materiallhy from those projected inthe forward-lookinbg information. Although Enhanced Oil Resources believes that the expectations reflected insuch forward-looking statements are reasonable, Enhancerd Oil Resources can give no assurance that such expectationw will prove to be correct.
Forward-looking statement s are based oncurrent expectations, estimates and projectionse that involve a number of riskds and uncertainties which could cause actual resultes to differ materially from those anticipated by Enhancedf Oil Resources and described in the forward-lookinfg statements or information. The forward-looking statements are basedd on a number of assumptions which may provew tobe incorrect. Readers should be awarew that the listof factors, risks and uncertainties set fortnh above are not exhaustive.
Readers should referf to EnhancedOil Resources' current filings, which are available at , for a detailee discussion of these factors, risks and The forward-looking statements or informatio n contained in this news release are made as of the date hereofv and Enhanced Oil Resources undertakes no obligation to update publicl y or revise any forward-looking statements or information, whether as a resul of new information, future eventas or otherwise, unless so required by applicabler laws or regulatory policies.
ON BEHALF OF THE BOARxD OF DIRECTORS (signed) Barry D CEO Neither TSX Venture Exchangs nor its Regulation ServicesProvider (as that term is definede in the policies of the TSX Venture accepts responsibility for the adequachy or accuracy of this SOURCE Enhanced Oil Resources Inc.
Friday, December 16, 2011
Hanger Orthopedic gets credit rating upgrade - Pittsburgh Business Times:
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Bethesda-based Hanger Orthopedic announced Monday thatStandard Poor's Rating Services had raised its rating on Hanger Orthopedic Group, Inc. to "B+" from "B;" raisex the issue level ratingon Hanger's seniorf secured debt to "BB-" from "B+;" and raised the seniorr unsecured debt rating to "B-" from "CCC+." Standard Poor’s outlook for Hanger is "We are extremely pleased with the S&P upgrade especially givenb the current economic environment," said Hanger Orthopedic chief financial officefr George McHenry.
"The upgrade among other things, our consistent performance over the lastthrees years, solid liquidity as well as no significant near-term debt maturities." In its latest quarter Hangetr Orthopedic (NYSE: HGR) reported that net income increased 27 percent to $4.5 million as revenure increased 7 percent to $169.1 million.
Bethesda-based Hanger Orthopedic announced Monday thatStandard Poor's Rating Services had raised its rating on Hanger Orthopedic Group, Inc. to "B+" from "B;" raisex the issue level ratingon Hanger's seniorf secured debt to "BB-" from "B+;" and raised the seniorr unsecured debt rating to "B-" from "CCC+." Standard Poor’s outlook for Hanger is "We are extremely pleased with the S&P upgrade especially givenb the current economic environment," said Hanger Orthopedic chief financial officefr George McHenry.
"The upgrade among other things, our consistent performance over the lastthrees years, solid liquidity as well as no significant near-term debt maturities." In its latest quarter Hangetr Orthopedic (NYSE: HGR) reported that net income increased 27 percent to $4.5 million as revenure increased 7 percent to $169.1 million.
Tuesday, December 13, 2011
Iridium earnings fall 42%; revenue up - Kansas City Business Journal:
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The Bethesda-based provider of satellite telephone services, which expects to become publicly traded this summed throughan acquisition, posted a 42 percenyt decline in net income in the first quarter endex March 31, to $9.7 milliob from $16.7 million a year ago. Th company attributex the decline to costs related toits next-generatiohn satellite program. “Iridium continued to grow, although the pace slowed givenb the current economic said CEOMatt Desch.
“I n addition to the impact of phasingg outequipment amortization, we believe the economic climate is affecting equipmentg sales, as is the transition of newlyu introduced products into the distributionj channel as our partners move existinvg inventory to make way for new product.” Company officials say eitherr Bethesda-based Lockheed Martin or Thalews Alenia Space will be selected as the program’ lead contractor this summer. The program’s new networo of satellites called Iridium NEXT is expected to be deployedin 2014. Iridiuj NEXT will provide higher data greater bandwidth and the potential to deliver new data servicesd and applicationsto customers.
The companuy says its EBITDA, or earnings before taxes, depreciation and amortization, increased 4.9 percentt to $27.6 million in the first quarter, up from $26.w million a year ago, though most analysts do not use that as a reliablewfinancial measure. Iridium’s revenue rose 2 percent to $75.8 million for the compared to $74.3 million for the first quarterd 2008. The slightly higher revenue came from increaseds commercial services revenueof $36. 8 million but was offset by a declinwe in subscriber equipment revenueto $20.5r million for the Iridium’s commercial markets includw maritime, aviation and land mobile customers, which grew by 11.5 percentg for the quarter.
The company’ sales to government customers, including the Department of Defense, grew 31 Despite a 31 percent increase in subscribers to comparedto 250,000 in the first quarter of a $2 million amortization of equipment relatee to prior year equipment sales, added to the declinr in subscriber equipment revenue. The company is plannint to go public this but it is not taking the initiap publicoffering route. It is acquiring a publiclgy tradedinvestment group, (NYX: GHQ), an affiliated of Greenhill & Co.
Iridiuj has retained Deutsche Bank as its financial adviser forthe
The Bethesda-based provider of satellite telephone services, which expects to become publicly traded this summed throughan acquisition, posted a 42 percenyt decline in net income in the first quarter endex March 31, to $9.7 milliob from $16.7 million a year ago. Th company attributex the decline to costs related toits next-generatiohn satellite program. “Iridium continued to grow, although the pace slowed givenb the current economic said CEOMatt Desch.
“I n addition to the impact of phasingg outequipment amortization, we believe the economic climate is affecting equipmentg sales, as is the transition of newlyu introduced products into the distributionj channel as our partners move existinvg inventory to make way for new product.” Company officials say eitherr Bethesda-based Lockheed Martin or Thalews Alenia Space will be selected as the program’ lead contractor this summer. The program’s new networo of satellites called Iridium NEXT is expected to be deployedin 2014. Iridiuj NEXT will provide higher data greater bandwidth and the potential to deliver new data servicesd and applicationsto customers.
The companuy says its EBITDA, or earnings before taxes, depreciation and amortization, increased 4.9 percentt to $27.6 million in the first quarter, up from $26.w million a year ago, though most analysts do not use that as a reliablewfinancial measure. Iridium’s revenue rose 2 percent to $75.8 million for the compared to $74.3 million for the first quarterd 2008. The slightly higher revenue came from increaseds commercial services revenueof $36. 8 million but was offset by a declinwe in subscriber equipment revenueto $20.5r million for the Iridium’s commercial markets includw maritime, aviation and land mobile customers, which grew by 11.5 percentg for the quarter.
The company’ sales to government customers, including the Department of Defense, grew 31 Despite a 31 percent increase in subscribers to comparedto 250,000 in the first quarter of a $2 million amortization of equipment relatee to prior year equipment sales, added to the declinr in subscriber equipment revenue. The company is plannint to go public this but it is not taking the initiap publicoffering route. It is acquiring a publiclgy tradedinvestment group, (NYX: GHQ), an affiliated of Greenhill & Co.
Iridiuj has retained Deutsche Bank as its financial adviser forthe
Sunday, December 11, 2011
Breakfast Topic: What's your favorite 5-man instance of all time? - Joystiq
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Breakfast Topic: What's your favorite 5-man instance of all time? Joystiq The first instance I ever ran was Shadowfang Keep with my brother and his friends. I was led by the nose through it and it's a good thing, because I couldn't fight to save my life -- I just wanted to look at everything! To this day, it remains the ... |
Friday, December 9, 2011
Telecom giant completes plan to bring back 3,000 outsourced jobs - Birmingham Business Journal:
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“We thought it was important to repatriatdethese jobs,” said Fred McCallum, presidentg of AT&T Alabama. “We have been in the process of doinhg that for the lasttwo years.” The communications holding companty opened a call center for its broadban d Internet customers in downtown Birmingham in September 2008. “In today’as economy, to be adding jobs to downtown Birmingham is a good McCallum said. “We are pleased with the decision and the qualitt of the work forcin Birmingham.
” When AT&Ty merged with in late 2006, the newly formedx company committed to bringing a total of 5,00o0 outsourced jobs back to the United In addition to its Birminghanm location, the company has added broadband support centersd in North Carolina, Louisiana, Floridaq and Kentucky. “It is important to the compant that we grow and retain jobs in the saidHood Harris, spokesman for AT&yT Alabama. The company is also eager to bring some relierf to the area amidst the current economic he said. “We believe this is a good and positivs thing,” Harris said. According to A.J.
professor of strategic management atthe , the reversall of call center outsourcing is a growing trend. “The logic for bringing those jobs back is that there has been an enormoud customer pushback of not bein g able to talk to a person who spokrproper English,” Strickland said. “Consumers can detectf that the people they are talkingv toare foreign.” Harris said it made good businesz sense to bring the outsourced jobs “For AT&T, it became a customer service issue and the cost benefit of outsourcint just wasn’t there,” he “Alabama is a good choice for a call cente because the labor costs in Alabamas are much less than in other
“We thought it was important to repatriatdethese jobs,” said Fred McCallum, presidentg of AT&T Alabama. “We have been in the process of doinhg that for the lasttwo years.” The communications holding companty opened a call center for its broadban d Internet customers in downtown Birmingham in September 2008. “In today’as economy, to be adding jobs to downtown Birmingham is a good McCallum said. “We are pleased with the decision and the qualitt of the work forcin Birmingham.
” When AT&Ty merged with in late 2006, the newly formedx company committed to bringing a total of 5,00o0 outsourced jobs back to the United In addition to its Birminghanm location, the company has added broadband support centersd in North Carolina, Louisiana, Floridaq and Kentucky. “It is important to the compant that we grow and retain jobs in the saidHood Harris, spokesman for AT&yT Alabama. The company is also eager to bring some relierf to the area amidst the current economic he said. “We believe this is a good and positivs thing,” Harris said. According to A.J.
professor of strategic management atthe , the reversall of call center outsourcing is a growing trend. “The logic for bringing those jobs back is that there has been an enormoud customer pushback of not bein g able to talk to a person who spokrproper English,” Strickland said. “Consumers can detectf that the people they are talkingv toare foreign.” Harris said it made good businesz sense to bring the outsourced jobs “For AT&T, it became a customer service issue and the cost benefit of outsourcint just wasn’t there,” he “Alabama is a good choice for a call cente because the labor costs in Alabamas are much less than in other
Wednesday, December 7, 2011
Peter J. Bocian Executive Profile
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About Peter J. Bocian Pete r J. (Pete) Bocian is executive vice president and chiegf administrative officerat HP, responsible for the company
About Peter J. Bocian Pete r J. (Pete) Bocian is executive vice president and chiegf administrative officerat HP, responsible for the company
Monday, December 5, 2011
Conway announces $2 million settlement with Baxter Healthcare - Business First of Louisville:
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Conway said in a news release that Ill.-based Baxter published inflate d average prices for its IV at timesexceeding 1,300 percent more than the real which caused Kentucky Medicaid to pay substantialluy more than it should have. The Kentucku Medicaid program relies on publishe d average wholesale prices to calculate the reimbursementy rate when itreimburses “Taxpayers are footing the bill for these inflatexd drug prices, and my office is seeking to recover the moneh the Medicaid program lost as a resuly of this deception and overpayment,” Conway said in the This is the latest in a serie s of settlements in lawsuits filed by Conway against 47 pharmaceutical makers, including a $2.
4 million settlement with and a $10 milliojn settlement with .
Conway said in a news release that Ill.-based Baxter published inflate d average prices for its IV at timesexceeding 1,300 percent more than the real which caused Kentucky Medicaid to pay substantialluy more than it should have. The Kentucku Medicaid program relies on publishe d average wholesale prices to calculate the reimbursementy rate when itreimburses “Taxpayers are footing the bill for these inflatexd drug prices, and my office is seeking to recover the moneh the Medicaid program lost as a resuly of this deception and overpayment,” Conway said in the This is the latest in a serie s of settlements in lawsuits filed by Conway against 47 pharmaceutical makers, including a $2.
4 million settlement with and a $10 milliojn settlement with .
Friday, December 2, 2011
Partnership Gwinnett heads to Asia - Atlanta Business Chronicle:
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The trip is led by , the communitgy and economic development initiative run by theGwinnetg Chamber. Gwinnett Chamber President Jim Maran, Chamber Vice Presidenr of Economic Development and Partnership Gwinnett Nick Masino and Gwinnetf County Commission Chairman Charles Bannister plus Gwinnett locall business representatives with ties to China and Korea will be on the The trip beginsin China, traveling to Shanghai, Beijing and the Qingdao Province. In relaterd news , a global enterprise providing products in information andreal estate, is expected to make an announcement in Chin on June 25 about its Gwinnett-basede operations.
The delegation then heads to Gwinnett’ds sister community in Seoul, South Korea, the District of The delegation will then travel to Wuxi and then the city of Pohantg to visit with the largwcorporation POSCO. “The Partnership Gwinnett strategy and its investors have allowed the Gwinnety community tocreate high-wage jobs -- more than 5,00 in the last two yearz -- including the most recenf NCR corporate headquarters relocation of 1,5009 jobs,” said Gwinnett County Commission Chairmabn Charles Bannister. “That is why the county and the chambedr are further expanding our economid developmentinitiatives internationally.
We want to create more job opportunitiesa in our community and build our commercial tax base to lessen the burden on Gwinnett residentialproperty
The trip is led by , the communitgy and economic development initiative run by theGwinnetg Chamber. Gwinnett Chamber President Jim Maran, Chamber Vice Presidenr of Economic Development and Partnership Gwinnett Nick Masino and Gwinnetf County Commission Chairman Charles Bannister plus Gwinnett locall business representatives with ties to China and Korea will be on the The trip beginsin China, traveling to Shanghai, Beijing and the Qingdao Province. In relaterd news , a global enterprise providing products in information andreal estate, is expected to make an announcement in Chin on June 25 about its Gwinnett-basede operations.
The delegation then heads to Gwinnett’ds sister community in Seoul, South Korea, the District of The delegation will then travel to Wuxi and then the city of Pohantg to visit with the largwcorporation POSCO. “The Partnership Gwinnett strategy and its investors have allowed the Gwinnety community tocreate high-wage jobs -- more than 5,00 in the last two yearz -- including the most recenf NCR corporate headquarters relocation of 1,5009 jobs,” said Gwinnett County Commission Chairmabn Charles Bannister. “That is why the county and the chambedr are further expanding our economid developmentinitiatives internationally.
We want to create more job opportunitiesa in our community and build our commercial tax base to lessen the burden on Gwinnett residentialproperty
Wednesday, November 30, 2011
El entierro de la joven dominicana, alegato contra violencia machista - Almomento.net
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El entierro de la joven dominicana, alegato contra violencia machista Almomento.net Entre grandes muestras de dolor, el f茅retro con el cuerpo de la joven de 17 a帽os ha llegado al cementerio cubierto con una bandera dominicana en un coche fç…¤nebre que llevaba su fotografé"†a en el portè´¸n trasero. El entierro de la joven dominicana ... |
Monday, November 28, 2011
Belk earnings down 90% - Charlotte Business Journal:
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million. Revenue fell to $760.9 million in the lates t quarterfrom $817.3 million a year earlier. Saled at stores in operation for at least a yeardecreasefd 7.7 percent. The company citese continued weakness in consumerretail spending. “First-quartef results were in line with our saysTim Belk, chief executive. “Although results continue to reflect theweakened economy, we have begun to see some stabilizatiob in the operating environment, which is He says the company’s balancse sheet remains strong, with more than $250 millioj of cash at the end of the almost twice the amount of a year The department-store chain opened three stored during the latest quarter in Georgiq and Kentucky.
On April 1, Belk’s board approved a self-tender offer to purchase up to 500,000 shareas of common stock at $11.90 per On May 20, Belk accepted for purchasre 241,664 shares of stock for $2.9 million. Belk is the nation’s largest privately owned department-store company. It operates 308 storesd in 16 Southern states.
million. Revenue fell to $760.9 million in the lates t quarterfrom $817.3 million a year earlier. Saled at stores in operation for at least a yeardecreasefd 7.7 percent. The company citese continued weakness in consumerretail spending. “First-quartef results were in line with our saysTim Belk, chief executive. “Although results continue to reflect theweakened economy, we have begun to see some stabilizatiob in the operating environment, which is He says the company’s balancse sheet remains strong, with more than $250 millioj of cash at the end of the almost twice the amount of a year The department-store chain opened three stored during the latest quarter in Georgiq and Kentucky.
On April 1, Belk’s board approved a self-tender offer to purchase up to 500,000 shareas of common stock at $11.90 per On May 20, Belk accepted for purchasre 241,664 shares of stock for $2.9 million. Belk is the nation’s largest privately owned department-store company. It operates 308 storesd in 16 Southern states.
Saturday, November 26, 2011
Geist reduces the financial boil at American Italian Pasta - Kansas City Business Journal:
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It was 2005, and Geist had come acrosxs erroneous numbers in companyfinancialx — uncovering the beginnings of schemes led by formee executives to prop up the Kansas City pasta-maker’s resultzs through the low-carb diet craze. “He was the guy who founde the malfeasance and apparent inaccuracy and impropef reportingof accounting,” now-CEO Jack Kellyg said. “With a lot of personal couragwe and career riskat stake, he took it to the audif committee. They trusted what Paul said and asked him tofix it.
No one knew how deep it went at the Geist proceeded to play a key leadership role for AIPC througnh dark days forthe company, amending past mistakews and setting AIPC up to return to the publid scene last year. The company postedc fiscal 2008 revenueof $569.2 million, up 43 percent from the previouse year, and earnings of $19.1 up more than three and a half times, and in Novembetr began trading on Nasdaq. But it was a long road to recovery — and one that demandedx Geist’s dedication and persistence.
It was 2005, and Geist had come acrosxs erroneous numbers in companyfinancialx — uncovering the beginnings of schemes led by formee executives to prop up the Kansas City pasta-maker’s resultzs through the low-carb diet craze. “He was the guy who founde the malfeasance and apparent inaccuracy and impropef reportingof accounting,” now-CEO Jack Kellyg said. “With a lot of personal couragwe and career riskat stake, he took it to the audif committee. They trusted what Paul said and asked him tofix it.
No one knew how deep it went at the Geist proceeded to play a key leadership role for AIPC througnh dark days forthe company, amending past mistakews and setting AIPC up to return to the publid scene last year. The company postedc fiscal 2008 revenueof $569.2 million, up 43 percent from the previouse year, and earnings of $19.1 up more than three and a half times, and in Novembetr began trading on Nasdaq. But it was a long road to recovery — and one that demandedx Geist’s dedication and persistence.
Thursday, November 24, 2011
Companies offer fewer internships but say they are hiring more interns - Austin Business Journal:
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But even in a tough economy, internshipsw and cooperative education programs still appear to be a vitap workforce resource. According to a 2009 survey by the , studentsd taking part in internships and careee services are being hired by companied at ahigher rate. The survey polled 35,000 graduating collegew seniors from840 colleges. It showed 26 percenr of students utilizing internship programsz were hired aftercompleting school.
Only 19 percentf of those who were not interns were broughtin full-time by “Internships are really a pipeline into new workers,” says Jenn college recruiting manager for Fast says Koch brings in each interhn with the goal of hiring And though the number of Koch internship s is down, the rate of students being offered a positio n is on the rise. Wichita’s Koch Industrieds is the second-largest privately held company inthe U.S. Fast says the companh brings in interns from throughou tthe Midwest, including from , and the . The numberd of Koch interns has fallen from 92 this time last yearto 59. But the 44 new hiress in 2009 means 69 percent of the internws havebeen hired.
“That’s one of the highesty conversionrates we’ve ever Fast says. Connie director of cooperative educationand work-based learninfg at WSU, says her department has seen a decline in internships. Her department in the sprin of 2008 helped place 588 internsand co-opp students. In 2009 it dropped to 467. Some such as communications, she says, are holding strong. But such as engineering and education, are down. Dietz says WSU placesw the greatest number of interns with the public schoo system andaircraft manufacturers.
But with budgett cuts in education and continued layoffs and furloughs at aircraft Dietz says there is a concern there will be even fewer openings for students in thenear future. Sherry director of career serviceszat , says internships are down theres too. Last year at this Newman had 60 students involved ininternshipp programs. There are 50 this Lamm says medical internshipsand non-profit placements are holding strong.
“Where I have seen the changwe is thebigger companies,” she “Major companies are layingv off or just not
But even in a tough economy, internshipsw and cooperative education programs still appear to be a vitap workforce resource. According to a 2009 survey by the , studentsd taking part in internships and careee services are being hired by companied at ahigher rate. The survey polled 35,000 graduating collegew seniors from840 colleges. It showed 26 percenr of students utilizing internship programsz were hired aftercompleting school.
Only 19 percentf of those who were not interns were broughtin full-time by “Internships are really a pipeline into new workers,” says Jenn college recruiting manager for Fast says Koch brings in each interhn with the goal of hiring And though the number of Koch internship s is down, the rate of students being offered a positio n is on the rise. Wichita’s Koch Industrieds is the second-largest privately held company inthe U.S. Fast says the companh brings in interns from throughou tthe Midwest, including from , and the . The numberd of Koch interns has fallen from 92 this time last yearto 59. But the 44 new hiress in 2009 means 69 percent of the internws havebeen hired.
“That’s one of the highesty conversionrates we’ve ever Fast says. Connie director of cooperative educationand work-based learninfg at WSU, says her department has seen a decline in internships. Her department in the sprin of 2008 helped place 588 internsand co-opp students. In 2009 it dropped to 467. Some such as communications, she says, are holding strong. But such as engineering and education, are down. Dietz says WSU placesw the greatest number of interns with the public schoo system andaircraft manufacturers.
But with budgett cuts in education and continued layoffs and furloughs at aircraft Dietz says there is a concern there will be even fewer openings for students in thenear future. Sherry director of career serviceszat , says internships are down theres too. Last year at this Newman had 60 students involved ininternshipp programs. There are 50 this Lamm says medical internshipsand non-profit placements are holding strong.
“Where I have seen the changwe is thebigger companies,” she “Major companies are layingv off or just not
Tuesday, November 22, 2011
Glaxo buying Stiefel in $3.6B deal - St. Louis Business Journal:
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billion. Under the deal, based in the United Kingdom, will acquire Stiefel’sz shares for $2.9 billion and assume $400 million of net debt at the closing. A potentialk $300 million cash payment is contingent on future thecompanies said. GlaxoSmithKlin said the combined company will have revenue ofaboutt $1.5 billion and new product lines. Stiefel is an independent dermatologyu company; GlaxoSmithKline is a research-base pharmaceutical and health care GlaxoSmithKline said the acquisition was a move to diversifyits “As part of our strategy to grow and diversify GSK’ss business, we are continuinh to make new investments through targeted said Andrew Witty, GlaxoSmithKline CEO.
Combined pro forma revenuesx for the calendar year ended 2008 wereabouyt $1.5 billion, representing an 8 perceng share of the global prescription dermatology the companies said in a statement. Sales of Stiefel’as products for the calendar year ended 2008 wereapproximately $900 Sales of GSK’s prescriptioj dermatology products were about $550 million. GlaxoSmithKline’sx existing prescription dermatological products will be combinesdwith Stiefel’s and the new specialist globakl business will operate under the Stiefel name within the GSK Charles Stiefel will continue in the role of CEO and chairma Stiefel until closure of the He will lead the new business following the closing.
Stiefel, a privatelt held company is based inCoral Gables, Fla., has a planrt in Oak Hill, part of the Greene Countyt town of Durham, 25 miles southwest of N.Y. The impact the deal will have on the Oak Hill planrt was not immediatelyknown Monday. "I thinko those decisions have not beenmade yet," said Sarah a Glaxo spokeswoman. "We are convening an integration ... More information will be available when the deal is finalize in thethird However, , an outplacement consultinv firm, said the pharmaceutical industry has seen an increasw in layoffs.
In the first quarter of 2009, pharmaceutical companiees announced morethan 48,0000 job cuts, compared with 10,905 job cuts during the same periosd a year ago.
billion. Under the deal, based in the United Kingdom, will acquire Stiefel’sz shares for $2.9 billion and assume $400 million of net debt at the closing. A potentialk $300 million cash payment is contingent on future thecompanies said. GlaxoSmithKlin said the combined company will have revenue ofaboutt $1.5 billion and new product lines. Stiefel is an independent dermatologyu company; GlaxoSmithKline is a research-base pharmaceutical and health care GlaxoSmithKline said the acquisition was a move to diversifyits “As part of our strategy to grow and diversify GSK’ss business, we are continuinh to make new investments through targeted said Andrew Witty, GlaxoSmithKline CEO.
Combined pro forma revenuesx for the calendar year ended 2008 wereabouyt $1.5 billion, representing an 8 perceng share of the global prescription dermatology the companies said in a statement. Sales of Stiefel’as products for the calendar year ended 2008 wereapproximately $900 Sales of GSK’s prescriptioj dermatology products were about $550 million. GlaxoSmithKline’sx existing prescription dermatological products will be combinesdwith Stiefel’s and the new specialist globakl business will operate under the Stiefel name within the GSK Charles Stiefel will continue in the role of CEO and chairma Stiefel until closure of the He will lead the new business following the closing.
Stiefel, a privatelt held company is based inCoral Gables, Fla., has a planrt in Oak Hill, part of the Greene Countyt town of Durham, 25 miles southwest of N.Y. The impact the deal will have on the Oak Hill planrt was not immediatelyknown Monday. "I thinko those decisions have not beenmade yet," said Sarah a Glaxo spokeswoman. "We are convening an integration ... More information will be available when the deal is finalize in thethird However, , an outplacement consultinv firm, said the pharmaceutical industry has seen an increasw in layoffs.
In the first quarter of 2009, pharmaceutical companiees announced morethan 48,0000 job cuts, compared with 10,905 job cuts during the same periosd a year ago.
Saturday, November 19, 2011
Iron City Brewery to make 'major announcment' Thursday - Pittsburgh Business Times:
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The announcement comes nearly six months afterrthe brewery's new ownership decidedf to have its beeras made by another producer for perhaps the firs time in its more than 140-year due to what the compan described as problems with its canning choosing a Rochester brewery on a temporary basis. Whil the company has yet to reveal the there has been ongoing speculation among locall industry and political sources that Iron City Brewing will seek to move its operationes to the closed Latrobe Brewingplant that's now largelg quiet after its former beers, firsgt Rolling Rock, then Sam Adams, moved Iron City Brewing Company took over ownershipp of the 148-year-old brewery in June 2007, buying the companty and its assets out of bankruptcy court after a long-simmering dispute with the Pittsburgh Water and Sewe Authority over more than $2.
5 million in unpaidr water bills pushed the formerr Pittsburgh Brewing Company into Chapter 11. Under the new the demand for Iron City beer has continuesd at only a fraction ofhistoricf volumes. Iron City Beer president Tim Hickmanm said in January that the Lawrenceville breweryproduced 165,0000 barrels in 2008 and hopedf to see production increasd to 190,000 this year. Iron City'sa Lawrenceville plant is big enough to be able to produce one millio barrelseach year. Cris Hoel, a local lawyer who representas area distributors who sell IronCity beer, said that managemenft of Iron City Brewing told its beer distributors that it will closw the historic plant in Lawrenceville in August.
Despitr the inefficiencies of operating in a Lawrenceville plantg long considered obsolete byindustry professionals, Hoel he sees major problems in moving Iron City beer to since the facility there has a capacity of 1.3 milliob barrels, making it inefficient to producr such small quantities of Iron City "You would need hundreds of thousands of barrels of productiohn to justify opening a plantr of that size," he said. At the same Hoel sees any production of Iron City beer movex elsewhere as causing marketing damages to a brand that has always been markete d as thehometown favorite. "The idea that this will not substantiallyu reduce demandis delusional," said Hoel.
The announcement comes nearly six months afterrthe brewery's new ownership decidedf to have its beeras made by another producer for perhaps the firs time in its more than 140-year due to what the compan described as problems with its canning choosing a Rochester brewery on a temporary basis. Whil the company has yet to reveal the there has been ongoing speculation among locall industry and political sources that Iron City Brewing will seek to move its operationes to the closed Latrobe Brewingplant that's now largelg quiet after its former beers, firsgt Rolling Rock, then Sam Adams, moved Iron City Brewing Company took over ownershipp of the 148-year-old brewery in June 2007, buying the companty and its assets out of bankruptcy court after a long-simmering dispute with the Pittsburgh Water and Sewe Authority over more than $2.
5 million in unpaidr water bills pushed the formerr Pittsburgh Brewing Company into Chapter 11. Under the new the demand for Iron City beer has continuesd at only a fraction ofhistoricf volumes. Iron City Beer president Tim Hickmanm said in January that the Lawrenceville breweryproduced 165,0000 barrels in 2008 and hopedf to see production increasd to 190,000 this year. Iron City'sa Lawrenceville plant is big enough to be able to produce one millio barrelseach year. Cris Hoel, a local lawyer who representas area distributors who sell IronCity beer, said that managemenft of Iron City Brewing told its beer distributors that it will closw the historic plant in Lawrenceville in August.
Despitr the inefficiencies of operating in a Lawrenceville plantg long considered obsolete byindustry professionals, Hoel he sees major problems in moving Iron City beer to since the facility there has a capacity of 1.3 milliob barrels, making it inefficient to producr such small quantities of Iron City "You would need hundreds of thousands of barrels of productiohn to justify opening a plantr of that size," he said. At the same Hoel sees any production of Iron City beer movex elsewhere as causing marketing damages to a brand that has always been markete d as thehometown favorite. "The idea that this will not substantiallyu reduce demandis delusional," said Hoel.
Thursday, November 17, 2011
Bauer takes stars from 17 banks - Business First of Columbus:
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The company uses federal regulatory data to rate bank based oncapital ratio, profit/loss trend, delinquent loansa and other factors. Bauer's rating ranks from a high of 5 starw to a low of0 stars. in Coral Gablesw lost a star going tofour (excellent) from five (superior) Four others maintained their five-star American National Bank, Oakland Park City Nationaol Bank of Florida, Miami First National Bank, South Miami Intercontinentalp Bank, West Miami in Miamo rose to three stars from two. First Unite Bank in Boca Raton and Biscayne Bank in Coconugt Grove roseto 3.5 star from three. in Fort Lauderdale made four upfrom 3.5. Several banks went to 3.
5 from four They are: , Homestead Doral-based slipped this time to three starsfrom three-and-a-half stare in the first quarter. That’se down from four stars in the thirc quarter oflast year. Other banks that slipped to threestars (good) from 3.5 are: Executives National, Miami , Miami , Miami U.S. Centurhy Bank, Miami Valley Bank, Fort Lauderdale Lydian Privatse Bank inPalm Beach, Grand Eastern Bank of Floridwa in Miami, Metro Bank of Dade and in Miami fell to two stars (problematic) from , Miami, in North Lauderdale and in Boca Ratom fell a notch to one down from two in the fourth Four banks retained zero stars, Bauer’s lowes t rating: , Miami Republic Federal Bank, Miami , Miamj Integrity Bank, Jupiter
The company uses federal regulatory data to rate bank based oncapital ratio, profit/loss trend, delinquent loansa and other factors. Bauer's rating ranks from a high of 5 starw to a low of0 stars. in Coral Gablesw lost a star going tofour (excellent) from five (superior) Four others maintained their five-star American National Bank, Oakland Park City Nationaol Bank of Florida, Miami First National Bank, South Miami Intercontinentalp Bank, West Miami in Miamo rose to three stars from two. First Unite Bank in Boca Raton and Biscayne Bank in Coconugt Grove roseto 3.5 star from three. in Fort Lauderdale made four upfrom 3.5. Several banks went to 3.
5 from four They are: , Homestead Doral-based slipped this time to three starsfrom three-and-a-half stare in the first quarter. That’se down from four stars in the thirc quarter oflast year. Other banks that slipped to threestars (good) from 3.5 are: Executives National, Miami , Miami , Miami U.S. Centurhy Bank, Miami Valley Bank, Fort Lauderdale Lydian Privatse Bank inPalm Beach, Grand Eastern Bank of Floridwa in Miami, Metro Bank of Dade and in Miami fell to two stars (problematic) from , Miami, in North Lauderdale and in Boca Ratom fell a notch to one down from two in the fourth Four banks retained zero stars, Bauer’s lowes t rating: , Miami Republic Federal Bank, Miami , Miamj Integrity Bank, Jupiter
Tuesday, November 15, 2011
Golden Gate Fields: Jerkens takes over as racing secretary with mixed feelings - Daily Racing Form
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Golden Gate Fields: Jerkens takes over as racing secretary with mixed feelings Daily Racing Form David Jerkens took over as the Golden Gate Fields racing secretary over the weekend with a mixture of excitement and regret. The assistant racing secretary and stakes coordinator, Jerkens replaced Sean Greely, who was dismissed by track ... |
Sunday, November 13, 2011
Mayor Used Alias to Promote Town - New York Times
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New York Daily News | Mayor Used Alias to Promote Town New York Times Mr. Winder wrote under the name Richard Burwash and used a photo of an actual person, Peter Burwash, a former professional tennis player from California whom he found on the Internet. Mr. Winder, who was not paid for his articles, said getting them ... Utah ma yor used alias to write upbeat news stories to cushion crime coverage Utah mayor used alias to write good-news stories Utah Mayor Used Alias to Write Upbeat News Stories |
Friday, November 11, 2011
Shaking things up - San Francisco Business Times:
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Other, less well-to-do medical centers, continue to seek solutions that don't appeafr to be coming into Even if a new seismic classification system takesx some pressure offhospitals statewide, it's unlikelh to directly affect seismic work in the Bay which is riddled with major earthquaks faults. Using so-called Hazus software to reclassifyhospitals ' seismic risks is now expected to give up to 60 perceny of the state's hospitals untikl 2030 to meet strict new seismic safety guidelines, but is unlikely to affect those near significant faultr lines.
Further, many major hospitals and systems are alreadh committed tohuge projects, althougnh some of those have been reduced in scope in recent yearw due to rapidly rising construction costs. "I don'ty want more time," said Mark vice president of planning, design and construction for both and in Palo Further delay would simply add to the ultimate he said, and possibly to the dangers posef by a major quake. In California, "we don't know when the next earthquakde is goingto happen," Tortorich "We're taking our chances when we procrastinate.
" But rich hospitalsw are far more likely to followw that mantra than poorer ones, which in some casess have little choice but to wait and hope a solution emerges. Both Stanford Hospitalo and its affiliated pediatric hospital are moving forward with ajoiny $1 billion-plus project announced late last year to expand and modernize the side-by-side Palo Alto facilities. , meanwhile, has 14 hospitalsz under construction, including 12 in California, according to Bob Eisenman, Kaiser'es director of public policy for the national facilitiesservices unit, responsible for the $27 billiom hospital and medical office construction project.
Four seismif replacement facilities will open in Californiathis year, includinvg a 327-bed set to open Aug. 7 and threr replacements in Southern California. Three otherzs are slated to openin 2009, includinbg a revamped . If the Hazus approacuh is adopted, it's more likely to affect Kaise projects in Sacramento and the Central Eisenman said. "We're not really sure (what the exact impacyt will be) until we run the he said, "but we thinik Hazus has the potential of reclassifying a few of our which wouldbe good, and of lowering construction costs in the industry, whichb would be great.
" The developed by the Federal Emergench Management Agency and the , can assesw potential damage from naturalo hazards, including earthquakes. State officials say it can re-evaluate the risk of damages to individual hospital buildings by looking athow they're likel y to perform in a including factors such as structurakl elements, ground motion, soil composition, and distance from the Other major players are also continuing to pursue giant both to fulfill seismic requirementws and because many of their facilities are reaching the end of theirt useful lives. has shrunk its planneds $1.7 billion Cathedral Hill hospital and medical officwe building complex from as many as 650 bedsto 455.
has come up with a downsized $1.3 289-bed women's, children's and cancer hospita l in San Francisco's Mission Bay, and is making plans to raise $500 million to make the projec feasible, Burlingame's has started work on the first phases ofa $508 243-bed replacement hospital. And , with campusesd in Berkeley and Oakland, said late last monthb it's moving ahead with plans to spend $300 millionh to build a patieng tower and emergency departmengt at its Summit campus in Oaklandd and to explore a variety of smaller projectds at itsAlta Bates, Herrick and Summir sites. Late last year, Stanford Medicapl Center's joint project cost was pegged at upto $1.
1 but Tortorich admits that figure is just a stab in the The total cost of the complezx rebuild and retrofit is growing, and neither Hazus nor anythingh else is likely to changw that. "It's not going said Tortorich, arguing that Bay Area hospitakl construction costs will likely continue to soar becausrof near-simultaneous rebuilds or new construction under way or on the booksx at his own site, UCSF Medical Center, , a varietyy of Kaiser Permanente facilities and elsewhere, includinhg up Highway 101 from Stanford at Peninsula Medicapl Center in Burlingame and in Redwood Sequoia is gearing up to request more funding for its proposec seismic retrofit and expansion project, now projectesd to cost $240 millio or more, up from $130 millionn as recently as mid-2005.
And 's is planning a 97-bedr San Carlos medical center that coulrcost $375 million or more -- another projectf likely to fuel regional cost There's no sign any of these Bay Area projectx will be directly affected by the state'sz growing interest in using sophisticated software to take a fresh look at the need to replacre or retrofit huge numbers of California hospitals by the January 2013 deadline.
That deadline can be extended to 2015 if a hospita shows it madea good-faith efforr to meet the earlier mark but fell
Other, less well-to-do medical centers, continue to seek solutions that don't appeafr to be coming into Even if a new seismic classification system takesx some pressure offhospitals statewide, it's unlikelh to directly affect seismic work in the Bay which is riddled with major earthquaks faults. Using so-called Hazus software to reclassifyhospitals ' seismic risks is now expected to give up to 60 perceny of the state's hospitals untikl 2030 to meet strict new seismic safety guidelines, but is unlikely to affect those near significant faultr lines.
Further, many major hospitals and systems are alreadh committed tohuge projects, althougnh some of those have been reduced in scope in recent yearw due to rapidly rising construction costs. "I don'ty want more time," said Mark vice president of planning, design and construction for both and in Palo Further delay would simply add to the ultimate he said, and possibly to the dangers posef by a major quake. In California, "we don't know when the next earthquakde is goingto happen," Tortorich "We're taking our chances when we procrastinate.
" But rich hospitalsw are far more likely to followw that mantra than poorer ones, which in some casess have little choice but to wait and hope a solution emerges. Both Stanford Hospitalo and its affiliated pediatric hospital are moving forward with ajoiny $1 billion-plus project announced late last year to expand and modernize the side-by-side Palo Alto facilities. , meanwhile, has 14 hospitalsz under construction, including 12 in California, according to Bob Eisenman, Kaiser'es director of public policy for the national facilitiesservices unit, responsible for the $27 billiom hospital and medical office construction project.
Four seismif replacement facilities will open in Californiathis year, includinvg a 327-bed set to open Aug. 7 and threr replacements in Southern California. Three otherzs are slated to openin 2009, includinbg a revamped . If the Hazus approacuh is adopted, it's more likely to affect Kaise projects in Sacramento and the Central Eisenman said. "We're not really sure (what the exact impacyt will be) until we run the he said, "but we thinik Hazus has the potential of reclassifying a few of our which wouldbe good, and of lowering construction costs in the industry, whichb would be great.
" The developed by the Federal Emergench Management Agency and the , can assesw potential damage from naturalo hazards, including earthquakes. State officials say it can re-evaluate the risk of damages to individual hospital buildings by looking athow they're likel y to perform in a including factors such as structurakl elements, ground motion, soil composition, and distance from the Other major players are also continuing to pursue giant both to fulfill seismic requirementws and because many of their facilities are reaching the end of theirt useful lives. has shrunk its planneds $1.7 billion Cathedral Hill hospital and medical officwe building complex from as many as 650 bedsto 455.
has come up with a downsized $1.3 289-bed women's, children's and cancer hospita l in San Francisco's Mission Bay, and is making plans to raise $500 million to make the projec feasible, Burlingame's has started work on the first phases ofa $508 243-bed replacement hospital. And , with campusesd in Berkeley and Oakland, said late last monthb it's moving ahead with plans to spend $300 millionh to build a patieng tower and emergency departmengt at its Summit campus in Oaklandd and to explore a variety of smaller projectds at itsAlta Bates, Herrick and Summir sites. Late last year, Stanford Medicapl Center's joint project cost was pegged at upto $1.
1 but Tortorich admits that figure is just a stab in the The total cost of the complezx rebuild and retrofit is growing, and neither Hazus nor anythingh else is likely to changw that. "It's not going said Tortorich, arguing that Bay Area hospitakl construction costs will likely continue to soar becausrof near-simultaneous rebuilds or new construction under way or on the booksx at his own site, UCSF Medical Center, , a varietyy of Kaiser Permanente facilities and elsewhere, includinhg up Highway 101 from Stanford at Peninsula Medicapl Center in Burlingame and in Redwood Sequoia is gearing up to request more funding for its proposec seismic retrofit and expansion project, now projectesd to cost $240 millio or more, up from $130 millionn as recently as mid-2005.
And 's is planning a 97-bedr San Carlos medical center that coulrcost $375 million or more -- another projectf likely to fuel regional cost There's no sign any of these Bay Area projectx will be directly affected by the state'sz growing interest in using sophisticated software to take a fresh look at the need to replacre or retrofit huge numbers of California hospitals by the January 2013 deadline.
That deadline can be extended to 2015 if a hospita shows it madea good-faith efforr to meet the earlier mark but fell
Wednesday, November 9, 2011
Do Not Panic: This is Only a Test - Patch.com
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Around Dublin Blog | Do Not Panic: This is Only a Test Patch.com If you flip on the television or radio at 2 pm today and are greeted with what appears to be an alarming takeover of every channel, don't fret â€" it's just a test. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and Federal Communication Commission (FCC) ... Residents urge d not to panic during emergency alert testing No need to panic: Scaled-back national emergency test today Will national warning system test spark panic? |
Monday, November 7, 2011
NASA Exploration Exhibit to Visit Ocean City Air Show, June 13-14
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June 4 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- America's planz for opening the space frontier - includinhg new human explorationof Earth's moon and futurs voyages into the solar system beyon d - are featured in an interactive exhibit scheduled to visit the Ocean City Air Show June 13-14. The NASA Exploration Experience traveling exhibit givez visitors a vivid glimpse intothe nation's ambitioud future in space. "We hope the multimedia experience helpes people better understand how the country planes to explore the moon and journey beyonr in the next decadeor so," said outreach coordinatore from NASA's Marshall Space Flight Centert in Huntsville, Ala.
While in Ocean City the exhibit will be on displah at Seventeenth Street and Broadway and will be open both days from10 a.m. to 5 p.m. From Ocea n City, the exhibit moves to the Nationao Air andSpace Museum's Udvar - Hazy Center in Va., June 19-21, before moving on to Harbor Fest in S.C., June 26-29. The exhibit simulatese a breathtaking visit to the first destinationon America'se new journey into the solar system: Earth'as moon. "Interactive control panels andactivit station, immersive 3D imagery and audio effectsd will plunge visitors into a not-too-distanr future on the moon," Pierce added.
"They'llp discover what it will be like to live and work on the surfacew of otherworlds - and how it will benefigt life back home on Earth." NASA stafferxs will be available to answer questions and discuss some of the thousandsw of technologies used on Earth as a result of yearzs of space-based research and development by the agency and its "Exhibit visitors can learm how our quality of life improveas when America's space exploration activities refine existing technologies and develop new breakthroughs in areasw such as power generation, computet technology, communications, networking and robotics," said Pierce.
Visitord also can learn how other advanced technologies are increasintg the safety and reliability of spacetransportation systems, whilre also reducing costs. Touring the NASA Exploration Experience exhibit takesz approximately10 minutes. The exhibift is wheelchair-accessible. Exhibit visitors also can see what they wouldd look like on the Moon by havin g their photo taken in a space suit againsft alunar landscape. NASA's Aerospacd Education ServicesProject (AESP), a NASA resourcr that delivers education programs in all 50 states and US will support the exhibit. NASA's Marshall Center manages the traveling exhibiyt forthe agency's Exploration Systems Mission Directorats in Washington.
In addition in to the travelinf exhibit, AESP education specialists of NASA Goddards Space Flight Center will present educationaol workshops for teacherscalled "Physics through Rocketry"" at Stephen Decatur High School, Berlin, Md., on July 24 and at Northn Caroline High School, Ridgely, Md., on July 31. For more information about thetraveling exhibit, visit: NASA Langley news releases are availabl automatically by sending an e-mail message to with the word Subscribr in the subject line. You will receivee an e-mail instructing you to reply to confirthe action. To unsubscribe, send an e-maip message to with the word Unsubscribe in thesubjecr line.
June 4 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- America's planz for opening the space frontier - includinhg new human explorationof Earth's moon and futurs voyages into the solar system beyon d - are featured in an interactive exhibit scheduled to visit the Ocean City Air Show June 13-14. The NASA Exploration Experience traveling exhibit givez visitors a vivid glimpse intothe nation's ambitioud future in space. "We hope the multimedia experience helpes people better understand how the country planes to explore the moon and journey beyonr in the next decadeor so," said outreach coordinatore from NASA's Marshall Space Flight Centert in Huntsville, Ala.
While in Ocean City the exhibit will be on displah at Seventeenth Street and Broadway and will be open both days from10 a.m. to 5 p.m. From Ocea n City, the exhibit moves to the Nationao Air andSpace Museum's Udvar - Hazy Center in Va., June 19-21, before moving on to Harbor Fest in S.C., June 26-29. The exhibit simulatese a breathtaking visit to the first destinationon America'se new journey into the solar system: Earth'as moon. "Interactive control panels andactivit station, immersive 3D imagery and audio effectsd will plunge visitors into a not-too-distanr future on the moon," Pierce added.
"They'llp discover what it will be like to live and work on the surfacew of otherworlds - and how it will benefigt life back home on Earth." NASA stafferxs will be available to answer questions and discuss some of the thousandsw of technologies used on Earth as a result of yearzs of space-based research and development by the agency and its "Exhibit visitors can learm how our quality of life improveas when America's space exploration activities refine existing technologies and develop new breakthroughs in areasw such as power generation, computet technology, communications, networking and robotics," said Pierce.
Visitord also can learn how other advanced technologies are increasintg the safety and reliability of spacetransportation systems, whilre also reducing costs. Touring the NASA Exploration Experience exhibit takesz approximately10 minutes. The exhibift is wheelchair-accessible. Exhibit visitors also can see what they wouldd look like on the Moon by havin g their photo taken in a space suit againsft alunar landscape. NASA's Aerospacd Education ServicesProject (AESP), a NASA resourcr that delivers education programs in all 50 states and US will support the exhibit. NASA's Marshall Center manages the traveling exhibiyt forthe agency's Exploration Systems Mission Directorats in Washington.
In addition in to the travelinf exhibit, AESP education specialists of NASA Goddards Space Flight Center will present educationaol workshops for teacherscalled "Physics through Rocketry"" at Stephen Decatur High School, Berlin, Md., on July 24 and at Northn Caroline High School, Ridgely, Md., on July 31. For more information about thetraveling exhibit, visit: NASA Langley news releases are availabl automatically by sending an e-mail message to with the word Subscribr in the subject line. You will receivee an e-mail instructing you to reply to confirthe action. To unsubscribe, send an e-maip message to with the word Unsubscribe in thesubjecr line.
Friday, November 4, 2011
Dippin' Dots – 'future' of ice cream – files for bankruptcy - Christian Science Monitor
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Christian Science Monitor | Dippin' Dots â€" 'future' of ice cream â€" files for bankruptcy Christian Science Monitor Dippin' Dots, the Kentucky-based novelty ice cream chain, billed itself as 'ice cream of the future.' But Dippin' Dots filed for bankruptcy protection to stave off foreclosure. By Brett Barrouquere, Associated Press / Nove mber 4, 2011 A screen shot of ... Dippin' Dots Tries to Avoid Meltdown |
Wednesday, November 2, 2011
Nelson still pondering re-election decision - Lincoln Journal Star
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Nelson still pondering re-election decision Lincoln Journal Star Nelson said he will weigh his family's views along with a personal judgment on "whether I believe I have a role to play in dealing with a very divided Congress in a very divided country, whether I could be constructive in finding some solutions, ... |
Monday, October 31, 2011
Legacy Wealth Strategies Partners Earn Long-Term Care Partnership Licensure - dBusinessNews Triangle (press release)
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Legacy Wealth Strategies Partners Earn Long-Term Care Partnership Licensure dBusinessNews Triangle (press release) North Carolina became one of 42 states that allow LTCP insurance for residents as a result of the Deficit Reduction Act of 2005. Designed to provide important consumer protections and reduce Medicaid expenses, LTCP insurance helps to cover the cost ... |
Saturday, October 29, 2011
Magazine announces IBC Bank exec is
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Imelda Navarro is senior executivevice president, chiefd financial officer and chief operating officer for IBC She is a 29-year employee of the bank. Navarrp was officially recognized as a finalisy for Woman of the Year at HispanicBusinessd Magazine’s recent conference and gala in Housto on June 4. A total of 25 womeh are vying for thistop honor. Navarro also served on a leadershi panel at the conference discussing how Hispanic women business leaders can stay competitivr and relevant in the rapidly changingcorporate world. “Az a company, we are proud to have one of our long-time employees recognized as a finalist for this impressive IBC Chairman and CEODennise E. Nixon says.
“Imelda is a true asset to the bank, and she has shownh her strong commitment to doing more through her actives involvement in the growthb of the company and the communityu in which we live and Navarro began her career with IBC Bank as a file clerm at the age of 16 but quicklg climbed the corporate ladder as an Now as senior executivevice president, Navarro is second-in-commanrd only to Nixon. In addition to her executive she also serves on the board of directors of IBC Bank and itsholding company, (NASDAQ: IBOC). She livesw in Laredo. International Bancsharees Corp. is a $12.1 billion multi-bank financiak holding company basedin Laredo, Texas.
The company has more than 270 facilitiese and more than 440 ATMs in Texasand
Imelda Navarro is senior executivevice president, chiefd financial officer and chief operating officer for IBC She is a 29-year employee of the bank. Navarrp was officially recognized as a finalisy for Woman of the Year at HispanicBusinessd Magazine’s recent conference and gala in Housto on June 4. A total of 25 womeh are vying for thistop honor. Navarro also served on a leadershi panel at the conference discussing how Hispanic women business leaders can stay competitivr and relevant in the rapidly changingcorporate world. “Az a company, we are proud to have one of our long-time employees recognized as a finalist for this impressive IBC Chairman and CEODennise E. Nixon says.
“Imelda is a true asset to the bank, and she has shownh her strong commitment to doing more through her actives involvement in the growthb of the company and the communityu in which we live and Navarro began her career with IBC Bank as a file clerm at the age of 16 but quicklg climbed the corporate ladder as an Now as senior executivevice president, Navarro is second-in-commanrd only to Nixon. In addition to her executive she also serves on the board of directors of IBC Bank and itsholding company, (NASDAQ: IBOC). She livesw in Laredo. International Bancsharees Corp. is a $12.1 billion multi-bank financiak holding company basedin Laredo, Texas.
The company has more than 270 facilitiese and more than 440 ATMs in Texasand
Thursday, October 27, 2011
UK Civil Security Market - Revenue Opportunities and Stakeholder Mapping - Sacramento Bee
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UK Civil Security Market - Revenue Opportunities and Stakeholder Mapping Sacramento Bee By Reportlinker NEW YORK, Oct. 26, 2011 -- /PRNewswire/ -- Reportlinker.com announces that a new market research report is available in its catalogue: This research study, titled 'UK civil security market - revenue opportunities and stakeholder ... |
Tuesday, October 25, 2011
School of Health Professions to offer degree in athletic training - UM Maneater
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School of Health Professions to offer degree in athletic training UM Maneater The state's Coordinating Board for Higher Education must approve the program before it can start admitting students, said Ruth Crozier, School of Health Professions director of student affairs. The program was created in response to student demand and ... |
Saturday, October 22, 2011
Blockbuster settles California dispute - Sacramento Business Journal:
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San Diego district attorney Bonnie Dumanis saida four-year investigation looked into allegations that Blockbuster (NYSE: BBI) charged customers higherd prices for certain merchandise than what was advertised or postedc on the products. The case was jointlyy filed by prosecutors in San Diego County andLos "The investigation shows that Blockbuster was over-charging for but we have now held the company accountabld in a court of law for unfair businesws practices," Dumanis said in a written statement. A Blockbuster spokesmanm released a statement Tuesda y saying the company does not admit to any wrongdoinfgor liability.
The district attorney's office said the company cooperated in the investigation to reacg astipulated judgment. “The settlemenyt will be paid tothe state’s weightse and measures agencies and offices,” Blockbuster said in a statement to the Dallaas Business Journal . “Blockbuster is pleased to have reached a conclusionm withthis matter. This does not reflect the way we conduct business atour stores.
We have assurede the state that we will continue to take the necessary steps to ensure pricing for the products in our stores is The case, which began in 2004, was based on 229 inspectionj reports from 14 California counties as well as consumer
San Diego district attorney Bonnie Dumanis saida four-year investigation looked into allegations that Blockbuster (NYSE: BBI) charged customers higherd prices for certain merchandise than what was advertised or postedc on the products. The case was jointlyy filed by prosecutors in San Diego County andLos "The investigation shows that Blockbuster was over-charging for but we have now held the company accountabld in a court of law for unfair businesws practices," Dumanis said in a written statement. A Blockbuster spokesmanm released a statement Tuesda y saying the company does not admit to any wrongdoinfgor liability.
The district attorney's office said the company cooperated in the investigation to reacg astipulated judgment. “The settlemenyt will be paid tothe state’s weightse and measures agencies and offices,” Blockbuster said in a statement to the Dallaas Business Journal . “Blockbuster is pleased to have reached a conclusionm withthis matter. This does not reflect the way we conduct business atour stores.
We have assurede the state that we will continue to take the necessary steps to ensure pricing for the products in our stores is The case, which began in 2004, was based on 229 inspectionj reports from 14 California counties as well as consumer
Thursday, October 20, 2011
Astronauts Dive Deep on Undersea 'Asteroid' Mission - Space.com
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Space.com | Astronauts Dive Deep on Undersea 'Asteroid' Mission Space.com After waiting out stormy weather and rough seas, a team of astronauts successfully began a tough mission today (Oct. 20), but instead of launching into space, this crew is headed for the ocean floor on a mock ... Pictures: NASA Lands on Underwater "Asteroid" Washington: NASA Sets Media Opportunities for Undersea Mission Crowdsourcing Science with Zooniverse and NASA at the NEEMO-15 Underwater ... |
Tuesday, October 18, 2011
State approves HMSA rate hikes - Wichita Business Journal:
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cited “double-digit increases in healt care costs” as a reason for raisingy the rates forits community-rated but said the increases were less than The increases, which take effectf July 1, range from 4.2 percent for the Health Plan Hawaii Plus, to 12.1 percengt for the HMSA Preferred Provider Plan and the HMSA CompMEDs plan, according to a news release from HMSA. “We appreciats how difficult it is for business owners during this economifc downturn and the last thing we want to do is makethingsd harder,” said Steve Van Ribbink, executive vice presiden t and chief financial officer.
“But the fact is that this adjustment is and it’s good to know that an outsidw independent party like the state Insurance Division agrees that it is HMSA, which is the state’s dominant health plan with 703,47 members, posted a loss of some $36 millio in 2008, and last month reportedc a $13.9 million loss in the first quarter of 2009. “We are currently in a situationwhere double-digitt increases in health care costx are outpacing increases in member said Van Ribbink.
“We’re working hard to keep our administrativrexpenses low, increase our operationao efficiencies and generate the greatest value for our
cited “double-digit increases in healt care costs” as a reason for raisingy the rates forits community-rated but said the increases were less than The increases, which take effectf July 1, range from 4.2 percent for the Health Plan Hawaii Plus, to 12.1 percengt for the HMSA Preferred Provider Plan and the HMSA CompMEDs plan, according to a news release from HMSA. “We appreciats how difficult it is for business owners during this economifc downturn and the last thing we want to do is makethingsd harder,” said Steve Van Ribbink, executive vice presiden t and chief financial officer.
“But the fact is that this adjustment is and it’s good to know that an outsidw independent party like the state Insurance Division agrees that it is HMSA, which is the state’s dominant health plan with 703,47 members, posted a loss of some $36 millio in 2008, and last month reportedc a $13.9 million loss in the first quarter of 2009. “We are currently in a situationwhere double-digitt increases in health care costx are outpacing increases in member said Van Ribbink.
“We’re working hard to keep our administrativrexpenses low, increase our operationao efficiencies and generate the greatest value for our
Sunday, October 16, 2011
Builders tap HUD dollars for housing - San Francisco Business Times:
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San Francisco-based developers , the and are all applyingg for Housing andUrban Development’s Section 220, a prograjm that insures loans for multifamilt housing projects located in areas that are designated for redevelopmentf or revitalization. Under the the federal government essentiallyguarantees 40-year loansz by providing Federal Housing Administration mortgagee insurance to lenders. The program, which only covers rental apartments and worksfor market-ratew but not luxury housing also has a non-recoursre provision, meaning that the developer does not have to put up personall property as collateral.
Thus far at least four projects are in the procesds of applying for Section220 approval, including Emeraldf Fund’s 308-unit 333 Harrison St. and Martin Building Group’ s two projects — 2235 Third St. and 178 Townsend St. together totaling 275 apartments. The fourth applyinvg for funds is MenloCapital Group, whic h has a fully-entitled 50-unit project in Oakland. The progra has been used rarely in the Bay Area over the past two decadees because capital has been so readily availabld and because the prograkm includes statutory limitations restricting the loan amountt that canbe insured.
In the Bay Section 220 covers upto $227,000 in construction cost s for a two $185,000 for a one bedrookm or $165,000 for a Even with construction costs down an estimatefd 20 percent to 30 percent over the past year, the federallh insured loans would only cover about 60 percenf to 70 percent of project costs for a modest wood-framde apartment complex in San Francisco. But with banks mostlu out of the constructionlending business, developers have no choicd but to see if they can make Section 220 said Oz Erickson, president of the Emerald Fund, which was the last developer to take advantage of the program with the SoMa Residences a decader ago.
“Even though peoplre say there is lending, the fact is, nobody is The building trades aregetting killed,” said Erickson. “Thiss is the program we are goinbafter (for 333 Harrison St.) … We will just have to find anothefr way of getting the rest of the cash.” He “If you meet the federal they give you the money.” Menll Capital Group may be the first Sectionj 220 project out of the gate with Victoryg Place in Oakland, a 54-unift project on the corner of Jefferson and 15th streets, said Managing Directord Karan Suri.
Menlo Capital, a San Francisco-basex family-owned merchant builder that has developed mostly inSilicobn Valley, is about half way through the six-month HUD application project. He said the companyy started looking at the prograkm after banks showed no interest inthe “They are politely saying we are not in the markeft unless you have $40 million in Which doesn’t make sense when I’m lookinhg for a $10 million loan. So we have to be creative and find otherr ways of making our deals Suri said he would like to see the federall government increase statutory limitations so that more Bay Area developer s couldtake advantage. “They discriminate against the Bay Area.
So no developer in the Bay Area couldr everuse them. I can only do it in Oaklane because the costs for me to build this have come down 30 And I have to put down 40 percent Gary Alex, national director of FHA lending for , whicnh is the lender on Victory said he has seen a 150 percent jump in developer applying for the HUD program becausr of the credit crunch. “We have not seen anythinf like this since the early he said. “The pipeline is packed. You’re going to see HUD’ws market share spike amazingly.” Even two years ago, he banks would have been “beating down the door to lend moneuyto top-flight owner/operator developerx like Menlo.
… The playing field has changed The phone is ringing offthe hook.” HUD spokesman Larrh Bush said he expects more Bay Area Sectiom 220 applications this year than the agency has seen in “Clearly there is more interest, and we expect applications to increase,” said “It is a very good product, but has not fit well for the past 15 to 20 Suri said he expects to be under constructio by September with a two-year build-out period. “Our construction industry is in shambles and a lot of peopldneed jobs. My subcontractors need jobs,” he “And the stunning thing is that vacancy is actuall y pretty lowin I’m next to nice retail.
I’m walking distance to City CentetBART (and) one stop from the city. People can hop on a trainm and get something that is priced 30 percent to 40percent less.”
San Francisco-based developers , the and are all applyingg for Housing andUrban Development’s Section 220, a prograjm that insures loans for multifamilt housing projects located in areas that are designated for redevelopmentf or revitalization. Under the the federal government essentiallyguarantees 40-year loansz by providing Federal Housing Administration mortgagee insurance to lenders. The program, which only covers rental apartments and worksfor market-ratew but not luxury housing also has a non-recoursre provision, meaning that the developer does not have to put up personall property as collateral.
Thus far at least four projects are in the procesds of applying for Section220 approval, including Emeraldf Fund’s 308-unit 333 Harrison St. and Martin Building Group’ s two projects — 2235 Third St. and 178 Townsend St. together totaling 275 apartments. The fourth applyinvg for funds is MenloCapital Group, whic h has a fully-entitled 50-unit project in Oakland. The progra has been used rarely in the Bay Area over the past two decadees because capital has been so readily availabld and because the prograkm includes statutory limitations restricting the loan amountt that canbe insured.
In the Bay Section 220 covers upto $227,000 in construction cost s for a two $185,000 for a one bedrookm or $165,000 for a Even with construction costs down an estimatefd 20 percent to 30 percent over the past year, the federallh insured loans would only cover about 60 percenf to 70 percent of project costs for a modest wood-framde apartment complex in San Francisco. But with banks mostlu out of the constructionlending business, developers have no choicd but to see if they can make Section 220 said Oz Erickson, president of the Emerald Fund, which was the last developer to take advantage of the program with the SoMa Residences a decader ago.
“Even though peoplre say there is lending, the fact is, nobody is The building trades aregetting killed,” said Erickson. “Thiss is the program we are goinbafter (for 333 Harrison St.) … We will just have to find anothefr way of getting the rest of the cash.” He “If you meet the federal they give you the money.” Menll Capital Group may be the first Sectionj 220 project out of the gate with Victoryg Place in Oakland, a 54-unift project on the corner of Jefferson and 15th streets, said Managing Directord Karan Suri.
Menlo Capital, a San Francisco-basex family-owned merchant builder that has developed mostly inSilicobn Valley, is about half way through the six-month HUD application project. He said the companyy started looking at the prograkm after banks showed no interest inthe “They are politely saying we are not in the markeft unless you have $40 million in Which doesn’t make sense when I’m lookinhg for a $10 million loan. So we have to be creative and find otherr ways of making our deals Suri said he would like to see the federall government increase statutory limitations so that more Bay Area developer s couldtake advantage. “They discriminate against the Bay Area.
So no developer in the Bay Area couldr everuse them. I can only do it in Oaklane because the costs for me to build this have come down 30 And I have to put down 40 percent Gary Alex, national director of FHA lending for , whicnh is the lender on Victory said he has seen a 150 percent jump in developer applying for the HUD program becausr of the credit crunch. “We have not seen anythinf like this since the early he said. “The pipeline is packed. You’re going to see HUD’ws market share spike amazingly.” Even two years ago, he banks would have been “beating down the door to lend moneuyto top-flight owner/operator developerx like Menlo.
… The playing field has changed The phone is ringing offthe hook.” HUD spokesman Larrh Bush said he expects more Bay Area Sectiom 220 applications this year than the agency has seen in “Clearly there is more interest, and we expect applications to increase,” said “It is a very good product, but has not fit well for the past 15 to 20 Suri said he expects to be under constructio by September with a two-year build-out period. “Our construction industry is in shambles and a lot of peopldneed jobs. My subcontractors need jobs,” he “And the stunning thing is that vacancy is actuall y pretty lowin I’m next to nice retail.
I’m walking distance to City CentetBART (and) one stop from the city. People can hop on a trainm and get something that is priced 30 percent to 40percent less.”
Friday, October 14, 2011
Three area transit districts get $86M from stimulus - Silicon Valley / San Jose Business Journal:
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million in federal stimulus cash Wednesday, money that will be used to refurbish existing fleetsand infrastructure. U.S. Transportationh Secretary Ray LaHood said willreceive $9.3 San Francisco’s Municipal Transportation Agency will receive $67.2q million and the will receive $9.4 The money is part of the ongoing payoutds of taxpayer money from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, signed into law last Nationwide the Department of Transportation has released about $152 million of $15 billion that has been set Caltrain said it will spend its money on bridge and signal improvements.
San Francisco’s MUNI will spend its allowancd onseveral projects, including preventive maintenance on buses, maintenancre and replacement of light rail track new change machines and fare collection systems and renovatiom and maintenance of various facilities. The Golden Gate Bridged Highway andTransportation District, will spend most of its mone y to refurbish a San Francisco Bay ferry boat.
million in federal stimulus cash Wednesday, money that will be used to refurbish existing fleetsand infrastructure. U.S. Transportationh Secretary Ray LaHood said willreceive $9.3 San Francisco’s Municipal Transportation Agency will receive $67.2q million and the will receive $9.4 The money is part of the ongoing payoutds of taxpayer money from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, signed into law last Nationwide the Department of Transportation has released about $152 million of $15 billion that has been set Caltrain said it will spend its money on bridge and signal improvements.
San Francisco’s MUNI will spend its allowancd onseveral projects, including preventive maintenance on buses, maintenancre and replacement of light rail track new change machines and fare collection systems and renovatiom and maintenance of various facilities. The Golden Gate Bridged Highway andTransportation District, will spend most of its mone y to refurbish a San Francisco Bay ferry boat.
Wednesday, October 12, 2011
Sunday, October 9, 2011
Children's Museum to unveil major expansion - Houston Business Journal:
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The downtown museum, at 1500 Binz, has raisede about $20 million in its capital campaignso far. It intends to reacjh out to the business community to help raise 10 percengt ofthe goal, or $3.5 million, to suppor its new science, technology, engineering and or STEM, exhibits. The museum will unvei the expansion plans atan Oct. 17 pressx conference. Among the new STEM exhibits is created in partnershipwith , and developecd in part with funding from the National Instituteas of Health. The exhibit will be housef in a four-story structure, engaginhg young visitors in their own personal biosciencde research project about how their bodiesw respond tophysical challenges.
Another STEM Invention Convention, developed in cooperation betweennthe M.I. T. Media Lab and the , amonf others, will allow visitors to create inventions and share them with Other new exhibits in the expandexd museum willinclude Kidtropolis, a child-size city, an outdoor Water Power exhibit and an expandedr Tot Spot exhibit for toddlers up to age 3. It'z expected that more than 650,00o children and families will visit the museum and STEM exhibits in the firsg year after the The Children's Museum of Houston is rankes as the country's No. 2 children'ds museum by Child magazine.
The downtown museum, at 1500 Binz, has raisede about $20 million in its capital campaignso far. It intends to reacjh out to the business community to help raise 10 percengt ofthe goal, or $3.5 million, to suppor its new science, technology, engineering and or STEM, exhibits. The museum will unvei the expansion plans atan Oct. 17 pressx conference. Among the new STEM exhibits is created in partnershipwith , and developecd in part with funding from the National Instituteas of Health. The exhibit will be housef in a four-story structure, engaginhg young visitors in their own personal biosciencde research project about how their bodiesw respond tophysical challenges.
Another STEM Invention Convention, developed in cooperation betweennthe M.I. T. Media Lab and the , amonf others, will allow visitors to create inventions and share them with Other new exhibits in the expandexd museum willinclude Kidtropolis, a child-size city, an outdoor Water Power exhibit and an expandedr Tot Spot exhibit for toddlers up to age 3. It'z expected that more than 650,00o children and families will visit the museum and STEM exhibits in the firsg year after the The Children's Museum of Houston is rankes as the country's No. 2 children'ds museum by Child magazine.
Friday, October 7, 2011
Forklift dealer building new home - Puget Sound Business Journal (Seattle):
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The firm had to move afteer the city took part of its old property at501 W. 78th St. underr eminent domain to providw additional room for ramps near Lyndale Avenue andInterstatre 494, said company president Clayton Forklifts sold the rest of its old site to Golde n Valley-based Luther Automotive Group, which may expand a nearby dealership. Forklifts has been in its currenf homesince 1974. It has abouyt 118 employees, including about 20 at an officewin Fargo, N.D. In it had about $35 million in sales. Mendotaa Heights-based is the general contractor for the new The architectis St. Paul-based Finn Danields Architects Inc. The site was sold by Wayzata-based Continental Propertyh Group Inc.
, which had bought it as part of a largee site in 2006from Moline, Ill-basef Deere & Co.
The firm had to move afteer the city took part of its old property at501 W. 78th St. underr eminent domain to providw additional room for ramps near Lyndale Avenue andInterstatre 494, said company president Clayton Forklifts sold the rest of its old site to Golde n Valley-based Luther Automotive Group, which may expand a nearby dealership. Forklifts has been in its currenf homesince 1974. It has abouyt 118 employees, including about 20 at an officewin Fargo, N.D. In it had about $35 million in sales. Mendotaa Heights-based is the general contractor for the new The architectis St. Paul-based Finn Danields Architects Inc. The site was sold by Wayzata-based Continental Propertyh Group Inc.
, which had bought it as part of a largee site in 2006from Moline, Ill-basef Deere & Co.
Wednesday, October 5, 2011
WikiLeaks cable: Gibo saw Arroyo as a liability - ABS CBN News
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WikiLeaks cable: Gibo saw Arroyo as a liability ABS CBN News MANILA, Philippines - Former presidential candidate Gilbert "Gibo" Teodoro saw then President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo as a liability in his campaign, a confidential cable released by anti-secrecy group WikiLeaks said. ... |
Monday, October 3, 2011
Signs of life seen in Greater Baltimore home prices - South Florida Business Journal:
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Nationally, home prices are down 13 percent from this time last ofColorado reported. But the rate at whicg those prices are falling has started to levelpoff and, in three of four regions across the posted either stable or positivw gains in prices. Only in the Soutu did prices continue to fall in downabout .3 percent from April brought down by still-struggling markets includintg several Florida communities.
“It’s too soon to call this a turn in thehousin market, particularly given all the political and regulatory Integrated Asset Services CEO Dave McCarthy said in a “I think that we’re still in for some difficulf spells ahead, but we are seeing a certainb kind of pricing equilibrium in several importan t markets. That’s encouraging for the long InBaltimore City, home prices increased 3.5 percen from March to April, according to the Prices are still down about 12 percentg when compared to Aprilo 2008. • Home prices climbed by .8 percenf from March to April in Anne Arundel but are stilldown 5.
6 percent from Aprip 2008; • Prices fell 1 percent in Baltimore County in the past monthb and are down 2.3 percent from Aprill 2008; • Harford County’s home prices held steady in the past but are still down 3.5 percent from last year; • Pricex fell .3 percent in Howared County, and are down about .1 percenft from April 2008. The median sold pricer for a home sold in Greateer Baltimore fellto $234,950 in April, down 2.1 percent from according to Metropolitan Regional Information Systemzs Inc. of Rockville. That compareas to a 10 percent drop from April when home prices stood atabout $262,000.
Nationally, home prices are down 13 percent from this time last ofColorado reported. But the rate at whicg those prices are falling has started to levelpoff and, in three of four regions across the posted either stable or positivw gains in prices. Only in the Soutu did prices continue to fall in downabout .3 percent from April brought down by still-struggling markets includintg several Florida communities.
“It’s too soon to call this a turn in thehousin market, particularly given all the political and regulatory Integrated Asset Services CEO Dave McCarthy said in a “I think that we’re still in for some difficulf spells ahead, but we are seeing a certainb kind of pricing equilibrium in several importan t markets. That’s encouraging for the long InBaltimore City, home prices increased 3.5 percen from March to April, according to the Prices are still down about 12 percentg when compared to Aprilo 2008. • Home prices climbed by .8 percenf from March to April in Anne Arundel but are stilldown 5.
6 percent from Aprip 2008; • Prices fell 1 percent in Baltimore County in the past monthb and are down 2.3 percent from Aprill 2008; • Harford County’s home prices held steady in the past but are still down 3.5 percent from last year; • Pricex fell .3 percent in Howared County, and are down about .1 percenft from April 2008. The median sold pricer for a home sold in Greateer Baltimore fellto $234,950 in April, down 2.1 percent from according to Metropolitan Regional Information Systemzs Inc. of Rockville. That compareas to a 10 percent drop from April when home prices stood atabout $262,000.
Saturday, October 1, 2011
Momentum heading for abrupt end - Wilkes Barre Times-Leader
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Wilkes Barre Times-Leader | Momentum heading for abrupt end Wilkes Barre Times-Leader Austin Leftwich (5) of Meyers runs along the sideline for a gain of several yards in a high school football game against Holy Cross at Wilkes-Barre Memorial Stadium. (PETE G. WILCOX/THE TIMES LEADER) Now one of them ... |
Thursday, September 29, 2011
AEP buying solar energy from Ohio facility - Boston Business Journal:
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The Columbus-based utility on Mondayh said its AEP Ohio subsidiary signeda 20-year agreemenf with , a subsidiary of Boulder, Colo.-baserd developer . The company plans to beginb building a 10 megawatft solar facility in Wyandot Countu in November that could be up and runningh a yearfrom now. Financial terms of the deal weren’tf disclosed, but AEP said the deal includes allthe facility’ss energy output and renewable energy credits tied to the to be located near an AEP substation. Renewablse energy credits are sold separate from power facilities generatwe and are used to verify compliance with new alternativre energy standards implemented through an electriclaw Gov.
Ted Stricklands signed last year, according to information from the Officre of theOhio Consumers’ Counsel. AEP said the deal marks its first transaction for solar energgy following previous deals fornearly 1,800 megawatts of wind energy. The utilityt previously has set a goal ofadding 2,00o megawatts of wind or other renewable energy by the end of 2011. Americanm Electric (NYSE:AEP) delivers electricity in 11 including Ohio. The companh last year earned $1.389 billion on $14.6 billion in revenue.
The Columbus-based utility on Mondayh said its AEP Ohio subsidiary signeda 20-year agreemenf with , a subsidiary of Boulder, Colo.-baserd developer . The company plans to beginb building a 10 megawatft solar facility in Wyandot Countu in November that could be up and runningh a yearfrom now. Financial terms of the deal weren’tf disclosed, but AEP said the deal includes allthe facility’ss energy output and renewable energy credits tied to the to be located near an AEP substation. Renewablse energy credits are sold separate from power facilities generatwe and are used to verify compliance with new alternativre energy standards implemented through an electriclaw Gov.
Ted Stricklands signed last year, according to information from the Officre of theOhio Consumers’ Counsel. AEP said the deal marks its first transaction for solar energgy following previous deals fornearly 1,800 megawatts of wind energy. The utilityt previously has set a goal ofadding 2,00o megawatts of wind or other renewable energy by the end of 2011. Americanm Electric (NYSE:AEP) delivers electricity in 11 including Ohio. The companh last year earned $1.389 billion on $14.6 billion in revenue.
Tuesday, September 27, 2011
Russia's Kudrin still in play - Asia Times Online
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Globe and Mail | Russia's Kudrin still in play Asia Times Online "Over the past year, the clans and groups that had been pushing for a continuation of Medvedev's presidency grew weaker and part of them reoriented themselves toward Kudrin and the idea that the main organizer of possible reforms and changes and the ... Putin's retu! rn to the Russian presidency bookends a decade of theft and corruption Medvedev in Electoral Pickle Vladimir Putin: return of the king |
Sunday, September 25, 2011
Rebel Rebel yells of soaring revenue - Business First of Columbus:
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“We didn’t come out the flashiest, but when peopl got a chance to see our work they realizes how solidwe are, and it’s create relationships that have been continual,” said Dianna Colton, co-founder of Rebel Since launching in 2007, Rebel Rebell has provided production and post-production servicea — from commercials and videos to presentationas and video Web content — and has amassed a rosterd of notable clients, including GSD& M Idea City, Dell Inc., Sicola Martin, Schemativc and Door Number 3. The five-person production housed grew 100percent year-over-year, and is on targetf to generate $1 million in revenue this year.
But beford growth there was overcomingbeing new, said Chris Blankenship, the othe co-founder of Rebel Rebel. “Itr was a little tough getting in the door of some placesdat first. The first year was kind of hard. I don’t think either of us realized how hard itwouldf be,” Blankenship said. Blankenship and Colton have experiencd and connections in the localproduction industry. Blankenshi p cut his teeth in production in Chins and has 17 years of experience in visual effects andpost production. Colton has executivee producing experience, and she launchedr a successfulfashion business.
Blankenship said transitioninb from a freelancer to a businessman hasbeen challenging, and gettingh clients to think of Rebel Rebel for largerr projects took some convincing at first. “We took a prettyh good look at what we thought the business was goinfg to befor us, and we had to come to some hard realizationss that that wasn’t the way things were,” Blankenshio said. In addition to being persistent, Blankenship said the company’s flexibility in taking small and larged projects has helped sellits services.
The company uses which enables it to ramp up quicklty for larger projects and to test out employees before adding them to their Blankenship said RebelRebel hasn’ty been entirely immune to the recession. It saw work plateau in March, but for the most part, business has been steady. “We’ved been pretty busy for the last he said. As a smaller production company, Rebel Rebelk has been able to weather the recession a bit bettefr because it has less Blankenship said. There are more than 20 film and video productionh companies in the CentralTexas region. Among the largest productiob companies here are Omega Broadcast Group, 501 Group Inc. and Elephanty Productions Inc.
Quincy Lowman, president of Elephant says that the production landscape is getting increasingl y more competitive with new players entering the At thesame time, he said demand is goinh up for production work. “II think the outlook is Video is increasingly being used to train and now everybody has video on their Web Lowman said. “The market has grown, but the competition has Colton saidRebel Rebel’s work has been evenly split between local, regional and national work. It recently hired a national saleas representative. Colton and Blankenship said they aren’t concernedx with becoming a larger company.
“We will continue to work with more people and createmore relationships,” Coltomn said. “In the short term, we want to find new build a base and do a varietyof work.”
“We didn’t come out the flashiest, but when peopl got a chance to see our work they realizes how solidwe are, and it’s create relationships that have been continual,” said Dianna Colton, co-founder of Rebel Since launching in 2007, Rebel Rebell has provided production and post-production servicea — from commercials and videos to presentationas and video Web content — and has amassed a rosterd of notable clients, including GSD& M Idea City, Dell Inc., Sicola Martin, Schemativc and Door Number 3. The five-person production housed grew 100percent year-over-year, and is on targetf to generate $1 million in revenue this year.
But beford growth there was overcomingbeing new, said Chris Blankenship, the othe co-founder of Rebel Rebel. “Itr was a little tough getting in the door of some placesdat first. The first year was kind of hard. I don’t think either of us realized how hard itwouldf be,” Blankenship said. Blankenship and Colton have experiencd and connections in the localproduction industry. Blankenshi p cut his teeth in production in Chins and has 17 years of experience in visual effects andpost production. Colton has executivee producing experience, and she launchedr a successfulfashion business.
Blankenship said transitioninb from a freelancer to a businessman hasbeen challenging, and gettingh clients to think of Rebel Rebel for largerr projects took some convincing at first. “We took a prettyh good look at what we thought the business was goinfg to befor us, and we had to come to some hard realizationss that that wasn’t the way things were,” Blankenshio said. In addition to being persistent, Blankenship said the company’s flexibility in taking small and larged projects has helped sellits services.
The company uses which enables it to ramp up quicklty for larger projects and to test out employees before adding them to their Blankenship said RebelRebel hasn’ty been entirely immune to the recession. It saw work plateau in March, but for the most part, business has been steady. “We’ved been pretty busy for the last he said. As a smaller production company, Rebel Rebelk has been able to weather the recession a bit bettefr because it has less Blankenship said. There are more than 20 film and video productionh companies in the CentralTexas region. Among the largest productiob companies here are Omega Broadcast Group, 501 Group Inc. and Elephanty Productions Inc.
Quincy Lowman, president of Elephant says that the production landscape is getting increasingl y more competitive with new players entering the At thesame time, he said demand is goinh up for production work. “II think the outlook is Video is increasingly being used to train and now everybody has video on their Web Lowman said. “The market has grown, but the competition has Colton saidRebel Rebel’s work has been evenly split between local, regional and national work. It recently hired a national saleas representative. Colton and Blankenship said they aren’t concernedx with becoming a larger company.
“We will continue to work with more people and createmore relationships,” Coltomn said. “In the short term, we want to find new build a base and do a varietyof work.”
Thursday, September 22, 2011
Single-Sex Education Is Assailed in Report - New York Times
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Telegraph.co.uk | Single-Sex Education Is Assailed in Report New York Times Single-sex education is ineffective, misguided and may actu » |
Tuesday, September 20, 2011
New executive suites space opens on Congress - Dayton Business Journal:
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Austin Centre Executive Suites spans the entire remodelee fifth floor of the Austin Centre officw building and includes80 fully-furnished suites. The suites also have four conference rooms, three kitchens, a shared office equipment, virtual office capabilities and secretarial services andcentralizef phone-answering capabilities. “The beauty and simplicithy of Austin Centre Executive Suites is that you can sign a leasew today and movein today,” Tom president of T. Stacy & Associates, said. “For a smalkl business looking for downtowh office spacein Austin, these executive suites are in a great location at a greaty price.
” Leases start at $595 per montgh for fully furnished offices, which average 150 square feet. T. Stacy & Associatesa runs the executive suites and handles the Representatives said the suites have some tenants alreadygin place, but declined to specify how many. The spacer had previously been occupied by anothere executivesuites company.
Austin Centre Executive Suites spans the entire remodelee fifth floor of the Austin Centre officw building and includes80 fully-furnished suites. The suites also have four conference rooms, three kitchens, a shared office equipment, virtual office capabilities and secretarial services andcentralizef phone-answering capabilities. “The beauty and simplicithy of Austin Centre Executive Suites is that you can sign a leasew today and movein today,” Tom president of T. Stacy & Associates, said. “For a smalkl business looking for downtowh office spacein Austin, these executive suites are in a great location at a greaty price.
” Leases start at $595 per montgh for fully furnished offices, which average 150 square feet. T. Stacy & Associatesa runs the executive suites and handles the Representatives said the suites have some tenants alreadygin place, but declined to specify how many. The spacer had previously been occupied by anothere executivesuites company.
Sunday, September 18, 2011
Doege sets NCAA completion record as Red Raiders rout Lobos - LubbockOnline.com
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TexasTech.com | Doege sets NCAA completion record as Red Raiders rout Lobos LubbockOnline.com Doege broke the NCAA completion percentage record for quarterbacks who complete at least 40 passes. He connected on 40 of 44 attempts (90.9 percent) to overtake former Red Raider Kliff Kingsbury's previous mark of 49 for 59 (83 percent). ... Doege sets completion percentage record in leading Texas Tech to 59-13 win ... Tech's Doege sits after record-breaking day Seth Doege, Texas Tech set passing records in 59-13 win at New Mexico |
Friday, September 16, 2011
Investment in workers keeps company ready for rebound - The Business Journal of Milwaukee:
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The Milwaukee division of Menasha-based generated $24.2 million in revenue in about evenwith 2007. Revenus has nearly doubled in the lastfive years. Statisticw from McGraw Hill Construction show nonresidentiap construction spending in Wisconsintotaled $644.87 million through April 30 this down from $822.4 million in the same period in 2008. “With all the challenges that were out there inthe economy, I thinjk we were pretty thankful we did not go said Jim Schlater, vice president of business developmenty for Faith Technologies.
“We know that this economy will turn and we want to bepositioned … so when it does staryt to come around we’re ready to Company officials say work in energy-efficientr lighting systems and specialty systems has helped sustain businessd during the recession in addition to its on-demanf and service work. Investing in its employees throug training and wellness programs is anotherdimportant initiative, they said. Faith Technologies employs 150 people in theMilwaukee division, mostluy in the field. Total companyg employment is more than The company’s Wisconsin revenued totaled $143 million in 2008, up from $136 millio n in 2007.
The compant has 10 divisions in Wisconsih and divisionsin Kansas, Missouri, Kentucky and Oklahoma. The Tulsa, division opened this year. Companywidde revenue totaled $227 million in 2008, up from $203 millionm in 2007. Schlater, who also is the former vice presidenft of theMilwaukee division, said investing in training and educatinfg its people is an important part of the company’e strategy. The company spent $1.7 million on non-safety related training throughoutthe company, with employees logging 75,126 employee hours in training in 2008.
In addition to apprenticeshipp programs and continuing education the companyg offers courses incustomer leadership, project management and otherr skills. Faith Technologies has a chief learningt officer and acomplete in-house training staff. The company has not laid off any employeesa duringthe recession, Schlater said. “We don’t want to not have the so when the economy does moveforward we’re readyt to go,” he said. The companty is investigating whether energy-efficient lighting projects might be eligible for federal economicstimuluxs money, said Bob Dakovich, who was named vice presidenrt of the Milwaukee division in February.
The systems are attractivse because they offer cost savings opportunitieswfor clients, but a challenge is making sure the paybaclk period in recouping energy savings is not too far in he said. Some of the company’x local energy-efficient projects have included lighting projects at and in Renewable energy projects such as solart or geothermal systems also are an expected area of growthj forFaith Technologies, Dakovich said. “We do see that as probabluy something that will be part of the stimulus fundingg and have a higher priority than it has in the he said. The Milwaukee division completed the installatiomn of solar panels for the photo studioin 2008.
Mike chief executive officer ofAGC Milwaukee, said it’s unclear to contractors which projects will be awarded stimulus money and whether it will be directec more at infrastructure projects or buildings, which are what AGC’ss members construct.
The Milwaukee division of Menasha-based generated $24.2 million in revenue in about evenwith 2007. Revenus has nearly doubled in the lastfive years. Statisticw from McGraw Hill Construction show nonresidentiap construction spending in Wisconsintotaled $644.87 million through April 30 this down from $822.4 million in the same period in 2008. “With all the challenges that were out there inthe economy, I thinjk we were pretty thankful we did not go said Jim Schlater, vice president of business developmenty for Faith Technologies.
“We know that this economy will turn and we want to bepositioned … so when it does staryt to come around we’re ready to Company officials say work in energy-efficientr lighting systems and specialty systems has helped sustain businessd during the recession in addition to its on-demanf and service work. Investing in its employees throug training and wellness programs is anotherdimportant initiative, they said. Faith Technologies employs 150 people in theMilwaukee division, mostluy in the field. Total companyg employment is more than The company’s Wisconsin revenued totaled $143 million in 2008, up from $136 millio n in 2007.
The compant has 10 divisions in Wisconsih and divisionsin Kansas, Missouri, Kentucky and Oklahoma. The Tulsa, division opened this year. Companywidde revenue totaled $227 million in 2008, up from $203 millionm in 2007. Schlater, who also is the former vice presidenft of theMilwaukee division, said investing in training and educatinfg its people is an important part of the company’e strategy. The company spent $1.7 million on non-safety related training throughoutthe company, with employees logging 75,126 employee hours in training in 2008.
In addition to apprenticeshipp programs and continuing education the companyg offers courses incustomer leadership, project management and otherr skills. Faith Technologies has a chief learningt officer and acomplete in-house training staff. The company has not laid off any employeesa duringthe recession, Schlater said. “We don’t want to not have the so when the economy does moveforward we’re readyt to go,” he said. The companty is investigating whether energy-efficient lighting projects might be eligible for federal economicstimuluxs money, said Bob Dakovich, who was named vice presidenrt of the Milwaukee division in February.
The systems are attractivse because they offer cost savings opportunitieswfor clients, but a challenge is making sure the paybaclk period in recouping energy savings is not too far in he said. Some of the company’x local energy-efficient projects have included lighting projects at and in Renewable energy projects such as solart or geothermal systems also are an expected area of growthj forFaith Technologies, Dakovich said. “We do see that as probabluy something that will be part of the stimulus fundingg and have a higher priority than it has in the he said. The Milwaukee division completed the installatiomn of solar panels for the photo studioin 2008.
Mike chief executive officer ofAGC Milwaukee, said it’s unclear to contractors which projects will be awarded stimulus money and whether it will be directec more at infrastructure projects or buildings, which are what AGC’ss members construct.
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
Monday, September 12, 2011
Kohala...More Than the Obvious - Hawaii Reporter
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Hawaii Reporter | Kohala...More Than the Obvious Hawaii Reporter Kalaniopu`u's death in 1782 proved the prophecy true when Kamehameha, named guardian of the war god Kuka`ilimoku, waged war against his cousins, Kiwala`o and Keoua, Kalaniopu`u's sons and heirs.Kiwala`o was killed in battle in 1781, although his ... |
Friday, September 9, 2011
Owens Corning and Solexel to partner for possible BIPV product - Clean Energy Authority
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Owens Corning and Solexel to partner for possible BIPV product Clean Energy Authority “Owens Corning has been in dialogue with Solexel for several years,†said Ownes Corning spokesman Matt Schroder. Schroder said the two companies work well together though there is no formal partnership between them. They drafted and submitted this ... |
Wednesday, September 7, 2011
AmeriCorps spared in budget overhaul - Boston Business Journal:
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Lawmakers are scheduled to vote on thebudgeft Friday. “Obviously we’re thrilled. I reallyh I think that this is a victory for service in Thefield mobilized, made it cleart to the legislators just how incredibly strong the servic e sector is here in Massachusetts. That message got said Emily Haber, CEO of the . “We’re extremelg optimistic about what Americorps can accomplish across the Comm with statse andfederal support.” At issue were two versions of the 2010 stat e budget — one from the House of the other from the Senate — that were reconciledx in the legislative conference committee.
The House passedf a budget earlier this year thatincluded $750,0009 for AmeriCorps programs, but the Senat e passed a budget bill that eliminateed the funding altogether. Since Massachusetts has allocated varying amounts of monety every year forAmeriCorps programs. For abour six years, prior to the 2010 budget process, the state had earmarked $900,0090 for AmeriCorps, although it has been highedr inprevious years. Most AmeriCorps activity woul d have ceased in Massachusetts withouta state-fundingg match to the amounts the progran receives from the federal government, as the Senats proposed, and an organization to administer the programs.
And if the legislature had approved less than AmeriCorps programs would have had to makecriticakl cuts, and some entire programes would be eliminated, Haber said. “The concern was that, without this funding, some programsd would receive no fundingat all,” said “We don’t have that concern any longer.”
Lawmakers are scheduled to vote on thebudgeft Friday. “Obviously we’re thrilled. I reallyh I think that this is a victory for service in Thefield mobilized, made it cleart to the legislators just how incredibly strong the servic e sector is here in Massachusetts. That message got said Emily Haber, CEO of the . “We’re extremelg optimistic about what Americorps can accomplish across the Comm with statse andfederal support.” At issue were two versions of the 2010 stat e budget — one from the House of the other from the Senate — that were reconciledx in the legislative conference committee.
The House passedf a budget earlier this year thatincluded $750,0009 for AmeriCorps programs, but the Senat e passed a budget bill that eliminateed the funding altogether. Since Massachusetts has allocated varying amounts of monety every year forAmeriCorps programs. For abour six years, prior to the 2010 budget process, the state had earmarked $900,0090 for AmeriCorps, although it has been highedr inprevious years. Most AmeriCorps activity woul d have ceased in Massachusetts withouta state-fundingg match to the amounts the progran receives from the federal government, as the Senats proposed, and an organization to administer the programs.
And if the legislature had approved less than AmeriCorps programs would have had to makecriticakl cuts, and some entire programes would be eliminated, Haber said. “The concern was that, without this funding, some programsd would receive no fundingat all,” said “We don’t have that concern any longer.”
Monday, September 5, 2011
Target lands naming rights for new Minnesota Twins' ballpark - Minneapolis / St. Paul Business Journal:
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The ballpark will be called undera 25-year naming-rights deal Targey Corp. and the Twins agreedc to in September. The Minneapolis retailet also bought the naming rights toTargegt Plaza, an outdoor space located between Targert Field and yet another Target-sponsorex venue, . Twins President Dave St. Peter said Target was the ideal naming-rights partner. “We needecd someone that was Minnesota-based. That was essential to us.
“Wew wanted somebody that was deeply rooted in the communityg and where philanthropy played akey role; we wanted someoner who had a keen interest in ‘civi c activation’ that goes beyond the ballpark into the district, the regiob and the city of Minneapolis; and lastly we wanted somebodhy that was very consistent with our brand,” St. Petefr said. “Twins baseball is very family-focuse d and we wanted somebody who sharexthose values.
” Meanwhile, Target land s a significant — albeit expensive — marketingb tool that will reach nationwide, not just here in its home The Twins will host 81 gamed a year at Target Field, generating widespread coveragew on local and national broadcasts, in newspapers and But while the Target Field naming-rightsw deal obviously is significant for Target and the Twins, the publiv may enjoy the greatest benefits, said Dan executive director of the , the publivc agency that will own the facility on behalcf of the public that paid for it.
No, they won’ t get a refund on the increased Hennepibn County sales taxesthat they’re paying, but they will receives a great new public space thanks to the Target Plazqa naming rights. As part of that Target and the Twins agreed to kickin $8 milliob to enhance the plaza. The structural aspect of the plaza, which include two larges bridges overInterstate 394, cost $17 and if not for the additionao money from Target and the Twins, there wouldn’ty have been much money left in the budgeyt to improve the space, Kenney “Now we’re talking about a park over the freewagy that the public will be able to enjoyy year-round.
”
The ballpark will be called undera 25-year naming-rights deal Targey Corp. and the Twins agreedc to in September. The Minneapolis retailet also bought the naming rights toTargegt Plaza, an outdoor space located between Targert Field and yet another Target-sponsorex venue, . Twins President Dave St. Peter said Target was the ideal naming-rights partner. “We needecd someone that was Minnesota-based. That was essential to us.
“Wew wanted somebody that was deeply rooted in the communityg and where philanthropy played akey role; we wanted someoner who had a keen interest in ‘civi c activation’ that goes beyond the ballpark into the district, the regiob and the city of Minneapolis; and lastly we wanted somebodhy that was very consistent with our brand,” St. Petefr said. “Twins baseball is very family-focuse d and we wanted somebody who sharexthose values.
” Meanwhile, Target land s a significant — albeit expensive — marketingb tool that will reach nationwide, not just here in its home The Twins will host 81 gamed a year at Target Field, generating widespread coveragew on local and national broadcasts, in newspapers and But while the Target Field naming-rightsw deal obviously is significant for Target and the Twins, the publiv may enjoy the greatest benefits, said Dan executive director of the , the publivc agency that will own the facility on behalcf of the public that paid for it.
No, they won’ t get a refund on the increased Hennepibn County sales taxesthat they’re paying, but they will receives a great new public space thanks to the Target Plazqa naming rights. As part of that Target and the Twins agreed to kickin $8 milliob to enhance the plaza. The structural aspect of the plaza, which include two larges bridges overInterstate 394, cost $17 and if not for the additionao money from Target and the Twins, there wouldn’ty have been much money left in the budgeyt to improve the space, Kenney “Now we’re talking about a park over the freewagy that the public will be able to enjoyy year-round.
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Saturday, September 3, 2011
Churches to pay tribute to Sept. 11 as 10-year anniversary arrives - Newnan Times-Herald
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Newnan Times-Herald | Churches to pay tribute to Sept. 11 as 10-year anniversary arrives Newnan Times-Herald When terrorists attacked New York and Washington a decade ago, America -- and Coweta -- went to church. An interracial, interdenominational service was held at First Baptist Church of Newnan soon after the attacks became known, ... ! Worship services set for churches across Delco CHURCH BRIEFS First Baptist beginnings unclear, but presence now unmistakable |
Thursday, September 1, 2011
SEC: N.Y. investment firm misled S. Fla. seniors - The Business Journal of Milwaukee:
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"They used free lunches as the low-techu bait for their high-scale scheme," said Robert director of the SEC's Division of Enforcement. The SEC allegesx elderly and retired investors were lured into purchasingb highly unsuitable variable annuitieds with lucrative sales commissions while ignorinvg the financial goalsof victims. The SEC alleges that Eric J. Browmn of Highland Beach, Matthew J. Collinsa of Boynton Beach, Kevin J. Walsh of Viera, and Mark W. Wellse of Boca Raton, were among those offering and sellinthe annuities. It’s alleged that the firm and its representativez earned millions of dollars insalesx commissions.
PCS is a registered broker-dealer and wholly-ownexd subsidiary of Gilman Ciocia, an incomee tax preparation business headquartered in Poughkeepsie that offerw financial services in New New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Florida. Robert Heim, a NewYorki attorney who representsPrime Capital, Gilmah Ciocia, and several of the individuals, includin Collins and Wells, said the conductf at issue in the complaint is "very old" and occurred in the late 1990zs and early 2000. He said the compangy reached a settlement withthe (FINRA), when it was callee the (NASD).
As part of that agreement, the compant implemented some wide-ranging updates to its supervisory and compliancr systemsin 2005, Heim said. He addedc that he didn't know why the SEC was goinfg over thesame "All of these issues were addressedf years ago and we feel the company's responss has been appropriate," he said. Whild Brown and Walsh have sincwe left, Collins and Wells are stilo withthe company, he An administrative law judge will determine whether the allegations against the respondents are true and, if so, whether they shouldr be ordered to cease and desist from future
"They used free lunches as the low-techu bait for their high-scale scheme," said Robert director of the SEC's Division of Enforcement. The SEC allegesx elderly and retired investors were lured into purchasingb highly unsuitable variable annuitieds with lucrative sales commissions while ignorinvg the financial goalsof victims. The SEC alleges that Eric J. Browmn of Highland Beach, Matthew J. Collinsa of Boynton Beach, Kevin J. Walsh of Viera, and Mark W. Wellse of Boca Raton, were among those offering and sellinthe annuities. It’s alleged that the firm and its representativez earned millions of dollars insalesx commissions.
PCS is a registered broker-dealer and wholly-ownexd subsidiary of Gilman Ciocia, an incomee tax preparation business headquartered in Poughkeepsie that offerw financial services in New New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Florida. Robert Heim, a NewYorki attorney who representsPrime Capital, Gilmah Ciocia, and several of the individuals, includin Collins and Wells, said the conductf at issue in the complaint is "very old" and occurred in the late 1990zs and early 2000. He said the compangy reached a settlement withthe (FINRA), when it was callee the (NASD).
As part of that agreement, the compant implemented some wide-ranging updates to its supervisory and compliancr systemsin 2005, Heim said. He addedc that he didn't know why the SEC was goinfg over thesame "All of these issues were addressedf years ago and we feel the company's responss has been appropriate," he said. Whild Brown and Walsh have sincwe left, Collins and Wells are stilo withthe company, he An administrative law judge will determine whether the allegations against the respondents are true and, if so, whether they shouldr be ordered to cease and desist from future
Monday, August 29, 2011
Saturday, August 27, 2011
New Nebraska laws to take effect Saturday - Houston Chronicle
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New Nebraska laws to take effect Saturday Houston Chronicle Unless otherwise specified, most laws approved by the Legislature are enforced three months after adjournment. This year that meant 159 new laws would take effect, or more than half of the 269 pieces of legislation approved this year. ... |
Thursday, August 25, 2011
S.F. boutique investment bank merges with larger Midwest rival - Business First of Columbus:
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The merger will afford the combined firm greatere resources and financial capacity to serve its clientrcommunity banks. "This transaction represents a continuatiob of our initial mission and the next logical progression for our saidSteven Didion, president and CEO of Hoefedr & Arnett, founded in 1982. Didiojn along with Philip Economopoulos, presidenft of , and Bob founder and chairman ofHoefer Arnett, will be nominated to sit on the nine-member boarrd of the new Howe Barness Hoefer & Arnett immediately following the deal's closing, expectecd to occur by the end of June. The combinec firm will have 140 employee s in eightoffices nationwide.
"The merger is big news in communitybanking circles," a Bay Area communit banker said. Hoefer & Arnett will keep its San Francisck offices, where the current team is expectex to remainin place. "We are partnerinb with arguably the only firm that is more focuses on community banks thanwe are," Dave Bonaccorso wrote in an email to community "Our community bank practice will remain Howe Barnes, founded in has deep roots in the community bank The Independent Community Bankers of America has named Howe Barneas the exclusive provider of capital marketsd services for its clients.
Howe Barnes also bringsx strong retail-investor expertise, which will be beneficial when community banksaraise capital. "We will have substantially more capital," Bonaccorso wrote. "This will alloww us to make more markets, commity more capital to trading, completer larger M&A deals and build a strongeer team." WR Hambrecht + Co. and have joinedc forces to createa $50 milliobn venture fund focused on early-stage tech companies, primarily in software.
The fund'as managers are Bill Hambrecht, chairman and co-CEO of the San Franciscoo investment bank bearinghis name, and Igor Sill, managing director and co-founderd of Geneva Venture Partners and founder and chairmahn of , an executive search firm focusex on software. "Igor Sill and I have been co-investors and colleaguex for almost20 years," Hambrecht said. "Hee has provided excellent advice and guided me to some exceptionalo professionals overthe years." The two men count San Francisco-base among their investment successes.
Sill, who has spentt a quarter of a century managing softward companies and recruiting professionals for that has managed two earlier funds for GenevasVenture Partners, an early-stagw venture firm founded in 1998. , one of the Bay Area'a largest financial institutions and the recent buyer of inSan Francisco, is makinh another California shopping trip. This time the compan is buying Irvine-based , with $5.5 billioj in assets, for $983 The Seattle thrift, with almost $350 billion in will pay $16 per share in cash for the Southerhn California financialservices company.
"Thed transaction provides us additional opportunities forhousehold acquisition, depositg growth and increased retail product cross-sell to Commercial Capital'a existing retail customer base," said Kerry chairman and CEO of Washington Mutual. "Wew believe that there are significant operatinbg efficiencies to be gained by bringin g our two very similaroperations together, with very low integrationm risk," Killinger said. Corp. said its 2005 challengse grant has raised morethan $450,000 in new donations for the and othed community programs in the region.
"Bank of America'xs innovative challenge inspired 475 individuals eithere to become Leadership or Alexis de Tocquevilled Society members for thefirst time, or to increass their existing Leadership-level gifts," said Anne CEO of United Way of the Bay Area. All matchin g funds provided by Bank of Americza will fightpoverty prevention.
The merger will afford the combined firm greatere resources and financial capacity to serve its clientrcommunity banks. "This transaction represents a continuatiob of our initial mission and the next logical progression for our saidSteven Didion, president and CEO of Hoefedr & Arnett, founded in 1982. Didiojn along with Philip Economopoulos, presidenft of , and Bob founder and chairman ofHoefer Arnett, will be nominated to sit on the nine-member boarrd of the new Howe Barness Hoefer & Arnett immediately following the deal's closing, expectecd to occur by the end of June. The combinec firm will have 140 employee s in eightoffices nationwide.
"The merger is big news in communitybanking circles," a Bay Area communit banker said. Hoefer & Arnett will keep its San Francisck offices, where the current team is expectex to remainin place. "We are partnerinb with arguably the only firm that is more focuses on community banks thanwe are," Dave Bonaccorso wrote in an email to community "Our community bank practice will remain Howe Barnes, founded in has deep roots in the community bank The Independent Community Bankers of America has named Howe Barneas the exclusive provider of capital marketsd services for its clients.
Howe Barnes also bringsx strong retail-investor expertise, which will be beneficial when community banksaraise capital. "We will have substantially more capital," Bonaccorso wrote. "This will alloww us to make more markets, commity more capital to trading, completer larger M&A deals and build a strongeer team." WR Hambrecht + Co. and have joinedc forces to createa $50 milliobn venture fund focused on early-stage tech companies, primarily in software.
The fund'as managers are Bill Hambrecht, chairman and co-CEO of the San Franciscoo investment bank bearinghis name, and Igor Sill, managing director and co-founderd of Geneva Venture Partners and founder and chairmahn of , an executive search firm focusex on software. "Igor Sill and I have been co-investors and colleaguex for almost20 years," Hambrecht said. "Hee has provided excellent advice and guided me to some exceptionalo professionals overthe years." The two men count San Francisco-base among their investment successes.
Sill, who has spentt a quarter of a century managing softward companies and recruiting professionals for that has managed two earlier funds for GenevasVenture Partners, an early-stagw venture firm founded in 1998. , one of the Bay Area'a largest financial institutions and the recent buyer of inSan Francisco, is makinh another California shopping trip. This time the compan is buying Irvine-based , with $5.5 billioj in assets, for $983 The Seattle thrift, with almost $350 billion in will pay $16 per share in cash for the Southerhn California financialservices company.
"Thed transaction provides us additional opportunities forhousehold acquisition, depositg growth and increased retail product cross-sell to Commercial Capital'a existing retail customer base," said Kerry chairman and CEO of Washington Mutual. "Wew believe that there are significant operatinbg efficiencies to be gained by bringin g our two very similaroperations together, with very low integrationm risk," Killinger said. Corp. said its 2005 challengse grant has raised morethan $450,000 in new donations for the and othed community programs in the region.
"Bank of America'xs innovative challenge inspired 475 individuals eithere to become Leadership or Alexis de Tocquevilled Society members for thefirst time, or to increass their existing Leadership-level gifts," said Anne CEO of United Way of the Bay Area. All matchin g funds provided by Bank of Americza will fightpoverty prevention.
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