B2B salespeople show increased interest in at-home Virtual Call Centers, according to CallFire.com, a hosted Virtual Call Center and Voice API provider.

Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) March 3, 2009 — A recent study performed by CallFire™ reveals increasing market interest in at-home Virtual Call Center™ services. Interest in homesourcing (http://www.callfire.com/dialer/cm/info/homesourcing.html) solutions has nearly doubled in the first quarter of 2009. Weekly sales inquiries for at-home Virtual Call Centers have increased year over year by over 34%. CallFire’s ‘new-user’ sign up rate for Loan Officers, MLM agents and Insurance agents has also shown a 38% increase.

CallFire provides web-based predictive dialing (http://www.callfire.com/dialer/cm/info/predictive_dialing.html) and contact management tools that save time and organize at-home salespeople who need to contact thousands of businesses. In this dynamic economy, many Americans have chosen to supplement household income by embracing MLM & other work-from-home opportunities. This interest has resulted in a noted increase in sales inquiries for Virtual Call Center services.

“Fluctuations of interest in Virtual Call Center (http://www.callfire.com/dialer/cm/info/virtual_call_center.html) solutions are a good barometer of our economic environment,” said Dinesh Ravishanker, CallFire CEO and co-founder. “As Americans find their time and checkbooks are increasingly leveraged they are trying to find ways to become more efficient. We’re happy to provide a cost-effective solution for at-home sales agents that want to double or triple their sales effort by leveraging technology.”

To further supplement CallFire’s forecasted increase in at-home agents, the company has released a free iPhone application called FriendCast. Salespeople using FriendCast can easily send personal voice messages to many clients while on-the-go. The ad-supported service eliminates the time and hassle of making many phone calls and typing lengthy text messages while driving. Instead iPhone users can send a free voice-recorded personal message to many contacts at once.

Click here to sign up for CallFire’s free “Virtual Call Center” webinar or to learn more about CallFire’s products and services (http://www.callfire.com/dialer/cm/info/products_and_services.html).

To speak with a CallFire representative, please call 877.897.FIRE.

CallFire provides affordable & scalable Cloud Telephony (http://www.callfire.com/dialer/cm/info/cloud_telephony.html) and Voice API (http://www.callfire.com/dialer/cm/info/voice_api.html) solutions.

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CallFire.com

http://www.CallFire.com


8778973473

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Internet more dangerous than ever for kids – new usb device puts parents in control

Tucson, AZ (PRWEB) March 3, 2009 — Most of the dangers to kids online can’t be prevented with web filters and site blocking software. That’s the conclusion of the recent report from the Internet Safety Technical Task Force that included representatives from MySpace, Google Inc., AOL and Facebook Inc.

Task force member, Attorney General Roy Cooper of North Carolina said in his recent interview “Clearly, the main responsibility is on parents.”

This conclusion mirrors what parenting experts and law enforcement officials have been advising – Parents must be vigilant and involved in their children’s daily internet use.

Advice of experts and parents used to develop PG Key

The developers of PGKey assembled law enforcement professionals, parenting experts, concerned parents, and even kids themselves to gain a clearer understanding of the technical and parenting challenges faced by today’s high-tech families.

Some of the greatest concerns from parents were the dangers of cyber-bullying, online messaging with strangers, and the problems that arise when inappropriate information and pictures are posted on kids social networking sites. These problems in particular are difficult or impossible to prevent with existing filtering products.

While the parents interviewed agreed with the strategy of monitoring as the most effective way to prevent these dangers, they repeatedly expressed the need for a simpler and more complete method to create the safe environment being advised. PG key allows parents to simulate the environment that would otherwise require the impracticality of constant supervision.

PG Key helps fight tough internet dangers

PG Key plugs into any USB port on the computer in use. Similar to a car key, the key must be inserted in order for the child to “drive” onto the internet. When PG Key is in the computer, a combination of content filters, activity recording and alert notifications are enabled for the internet session. These features allow parents to enforce the rules they set for their kids’ safe computer use.

PG Key available now

PG Key is available from the manufactures website www.pgkey.com. Requirements and product details can be found on the website. A version for Mac and a similar product for mobile devices are currently in development and due for release soon.

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Brian Lawson


PG Key LLC

http://www.pgkey.com


520-623-9971

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Key U.S.-based Partnership Signs First Joint CustomerLokion

Chicago (PRWEB) March 3, 2009 – Alterian (www.alterian.com) (LSE: ALN), a leading international integrated marketing platform provider, and Lokion, a full-service design and interactive agency, announced a partnership through which Alterian Content Management (http://www.alterian.com/products/content_management.aspx) will be available to Lokion’s customers. The first joint client, Stephens, Inc., a privately held, full-service investment banking firm, went live with its website, www.stephens.com in Fall 2008.

Lokion, with its diversified roster of mid- to enterprise-sized customers, was interested in adding Web Content Management products to its portfolio that would meet a wide range of client needs. Through its partnership with Alterian, Lokion can recommend, implement, enhance and train corporate users of Alterian Content Management, helping them build and run sophisticated intranets, extranets, websites and other digital channels.

“For companies with a significant web presence, it is extremely important to have a stable yet flexible Web Content Management system to help them expand and prosper,” said Megan Jones, CEO of Lokion (www.lokion.com). “Alterian Content Management provides operational efficiencies, ease of use and agility needed to grow with the needs of an individual organization – requirements that we’re hearing continuously from our customers.”

“Our partnership with Lokion will help us expand the global footprint of our web content management solution, Alterian Content Management, further penetrating the U.S. market,” said David Eldridge (http://www.alterian.com/products/content_management.aspx), CEO of Alterian. “As marketers are looking more and more to engage their customers, websites will become more critical than ever before as a means to provide these customers with a meaningful experience.”

About Alterian

Alterian (LSE: ALN) empowers marketers with an integrated marketing software platform combining database, online and operational marketing applications on a shared data infrastructure. The Alterian Integrated Marketing Platform makes it practical and cost effective for marketers to use actionable insight to execute an integrated marketing strategy across online and offline channels.

It is the unique integration of analytics, content and execution through our industry leading tools, such as the Alterian Messenger email platform, and the award winning Content Management solutions, which enables marketers to drive a seamless, multi-channel customer experience.

Alterian’s analytically-led software is delivered to approximately 1,000 marketing departments, across 26 countries, and an international network of more than 100 business partners, including marketing services providers, agencies and systems integrators. Its partners, such as Accenture, Acxiom, Allant Group, Cap Gemini, Carlson Marketing, Experian, Epsilon, InfoUSA, LogicaCMG, Merkle, Ogilvy One and Euro RSCG Worldwide, deliver Alterian software alongside their own domain and services expertise to help market leaders such as Princess Cruises, General Motors, Zurich, Astra Zeneca, HSBC, Limited Too, AEGON, Avis, Worldwide Wrestling Entertainment, Dell, Amnesty International and Vodafone integrate marketing processes and drive competitive advantage. For more information about Alterian, products within the Alterian Integrated Marketing Platform or our Partner Network, please visit www.alterian.com.

About Lokion

Lokion is a boutique interactive agency. The depth of their services in strategy, design and technology greatly outweighs their size, as do their clients and partners. Lokion designs and develops all aspects of large-scale B2B, B2C websites, software applications, branding solutions and more. The online experiences produced by Lokion help companies leverage brand awareness, customer loyalty, and growth, and Lokion’s client list includes top companies in manufacturing, luxury goods, banking, retail, hospitality and logistics markets. Lokion’s results stem from a commitment to immediate and long-term client business goals, plus an understanding of how consumers want to interact with brands online. From crafting personalization & content strategy, to designing dynamic, user-friendly interfaces, to architecting and developing robust technology solutions, Lokion serves clients in a collaborative, process-driven manner. For more information and a list of clients, www.lokion.com

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Adrienne McGarr


Ruder Finn

http://www.alterian.com


312-329-3907


Malti Shukla


Alterian

http://www.alterian.com


312-884-5226

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Leading global provider of outsourced, face-to-face sales teams experiences steady client retention and expansion despite down economy

Westlake Village, CA (PRWEB) March 3, 2009 — Cydcor, the leading provider of outsourced, face-to-face sales teams (http://www.cydcor.com), announced today that the company ended 2008 strong and optimistic for 2009. In the past year, Cydcor celebrated two distinguished awards, client retention and acquisition, active philanthropic programs and a brand-new headquarters as the company prepares for continued expansion.

“We are incredibly proud of what Cydcor has accomplished this year,” said Gary Polson, chief executive officer of Cydcor (http://www.cydcor.com/gary-polson-chief-executive-officer/). “We’ve increased our sales force and diversified our client base; and in 2009, we’ll continue to be able to offer our clients a unique opportunity to grow their businesses in this difficult economy.”

Through its 200 independent sales offices in 36 states and Canadian provinces, Cydcor’s made millions of face-to-face sales calls on behalf of its clients, factoring into one of the company’s best-years in terms of sales generated for its clients, which include at&t, Verizon, Quill, Intuit, and Pinnacle Security.

Early this year, Cydcor moved into Conejo Valley’s Westlake Park Place, a new 27-acre campus style office development. Occupying the entire 4th floor with nearly 20,000 square feet, Cydcor’s new space is almost twice the size of its past headquarters.

For the 7th year in a row, the company has earned at&t’s top honors for sales performance results. AT&T’s 1st Place Solution Provider Excellence 2008 Diamond Award celebrates Cydcor and its independently-owned corporate licensees (ICLs) serving at&t consumer, retail and business-to-business campaigns.

“We thank our loyal clients and customers for their continued trust,” Polson said. “Cydcor is proud to be a growing business, especially in this difficult economy. In 2009 and beyond, our dedicated team will continue to deliver top-notch results for our clients.”

In 2008, Cydcor was named among the “Best Places to Work” (http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1467184.htm) by the San Fernando Valley Business Journal and ranked #10 for area mid-sized companies. The Business Journal recognized area companies with a strong commitment to workplace excellence based on benefits, corporate philanthropy, policies, work-life balance, camaraderie and support of employees’ personal growth.

Cydcor believes in the rewards that follow hard work and dedication by its employees and this summer, Cydcor sent company leaders and owners of each independently-owned corporate licensee (ICL) to the Grand Bahama Island. The Cydcor sponsored retreat, R&R Owners’ Weekend (http://www.cydcor.com/category/pres/), comprised a blend of business, social functions, entertainment and relaxation at the Westin Our Lucaya.

The company hosted Business Building Blocks, a weekend filled with philanthropic and training activities for soon-to-be office owners and chose to sponsor the Boys & Girls Club of Venice. As part of the weekend, Cydcor team members and executives volunteered at the annual Westside Champion of Youth Dinner & Auction, an annual fundraising event. The dinner was a great success, exceeding last year’s earnings and raising $150,000 for the cause.

Cydcor continued to promote corporate philanthropy in 2008. The company launched Cydcor Cares’ Volunteer Day and Neighborhood Leaders Program, both of which are internal programs to encourage team members to become more involved in their local communities and volunteer their time to charity, occasionally during work hours. Cydcor and its employees made a donation and sent supplies to the Andinet International School in Ethiopia, where a past employee taught art and English to impoverished children. Cydcor employees also donated 26 bags of groceries and hygiene products to a Manna-sponsored food drive this fall. Amid an economic downturn that has contributed to rising need, many local food banks are seeing heavier demand during the non-holiday season.

This fall, Cydcor Team members opened their hearts and wallets to help more than 500 Sylmar families who lost their homes in the San Fernando Valley, one of the hardest hit communities. In just one week, Cydcor collected more than 50 bags and boxes of clothes, shoes, bedding, towels and even a video game system – complete with a stand, chairs, TV, game console and a box full of games – from its team members.

About Cydcor, Inc.

Cydcor, Inc., is the leading provider of outsourced, face-to-face sales teams to a diverse client base of companies in a range of industries, including telecommunications, office products, retail energy and financial services. Cydcor works with a network of independently owned corporate licensee (ICL) sales offices providing clients with access to more than 3,000 sales professionals and 200+ offices in North America. The privately held company is currently based in Westlake Village, California. For more information about Cydcor, log on to www.cydcor.com.

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Cydcor Corporation

http://www.cydcor.com


818-706-9500

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Baxa Corporation, a leading developer of technology for the safe handling, packaging and administration of fluid medications, today announced that it has acquired ForHealth Technologies, Inc., a Florida-based healthcare robotics and software company. The ForHealth acquisition adds IntelliFill i.v.® and IntelliFlowRx™ to the existing Baxa products for pharmacy operations management.

Englewood, Colo. (PRWEB) March 3, 2009 — Baxa Corporation, a leading developer of technology for the safe handling, packaging and administration of fluid medications, today announced that it has acquired ForHealth Technologies, Inc., a Florida-based healthcare robotics and software company, in a strategic expansion of its focus on health-system pharmacy automation and IV room productivity. Terms were not disclosed.

The ForHealth acquisition adds IntelliFill i.v.® and IntelliFlowRx™ to the existing Baxa products for pharmacy operations management. IntelliFill i.v., a high-speed robotic system for preparing intravenous doses, is an industry standard for performance, cost savings and patient safety. Through the preparation of more than 25 million patient doses, IntelliFill i.v. has proven itself in many of the most-respected U.S. hospitals. IntelliFlowRx IV Room Workflow Manager promotes reductions in drug costs and waste, while ensuring patient safety and improving accuracy and efficiencies in manual IV compounding.

“The acquisition of ForHealth is a strategic move that expands our commitment to improving patient safety and enhancing the quality of life in health-system pharmacies,” said Greg Baldwin, Baxa Chairman and CEO. “For decades, Baxa has led the industry in solutions for IV preparation. The powerful combination of the Baxa and ForHealth products and people will expand that leadership and accelerate customer deployment of IV automation solutions.”

“We’re excited to be joining the Baxa family. Baxa Corporation’s leadership position and established credibility in hospital pharmacies will create new opportunities for ForHealth products,” said Steve Thomas, ForHealth Chairman and CEO. “Hospital pharmacies now will have one clear choice when it comes to addressing their IV automation needs.”

ForHealth operations will continue from its US headquarters in Daytona Beach, Florida. Baldwin and Thomas both emphasized that the transition to Baxa ownership will be seamless for existing ForHealth customers.

About Baxa Corporation:

Baxa, a customer-focused medical device company, provides innovative, solution-based technologies for medication handling and delivery. Its systems and devices promote the safe and efficient preparation, handling, packaging, and administration of medications. Key products include the PadLock® Set Saver, Rapid-Fill™ Automated Syringe Fillers, Exacta-Med® Oral Dispensers, MicroFuse® Syringe Infusers, Repeater™ Pharmacy Pumps, and Exacta-Mix™ and MicroMacro™ Multi-Source Automated Compounders; used worldwide in hospitals and healthcare facilities. Privately held, Baxa Corporation has subsidiaries and sales offices in Canada and the United Kingdom; direct representation in Austria, Belgium, Finland, France, Germany, Luxembourg, The Netherlands and Switzerland; and distribution partners worldwide. Further information is available at http://www.baxa.com.

About ForHealth Technologies, Inc.:

Founded in 1998, ForHealth Technologies delivers 21st-century technology combined with professional support to enable hospital pharmacies to stay ahead of the growing challenges faced in preparing injectable medications. ForHealth Technologies’ solutions deliver quantum-leap improvements in key I.V. room performance metrics: accuracy, patient safety, clinician safety, speed, cost reduction, and regulatory compliance. More information is available at http://www.fhtinc.com. ForHealth Technologies: Innovating for Your I.V. Room’s Future™.

Contacts:

Marian Robinson, Vice President, Marketing

Baxa Corporation – http://www.baxa.com – 800.567.2292 ext. 2157 or 303.617.2157

Maggie Chamberlin Holben, APR

Absolutely Public Relations – http://www.absolutelypr.com – 303.984.9801 or 303.669.3558

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MARIAN ROBINSON


Baxa Corporation

http://www.baxa.com


303-617-2157


MAGGIE HOLBEN


Baxa Corporation

http://www.baxa.com


303-984-9801

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The all-new RX 450h will make its European debut as the centrepiece of the Lexus stand at the Geneva motor show on 3 March.

London, UK (PRWEB) March 3, 2009 — Significant revisions to the Lexus Hybrid Drive (http://www.lexus.co.uk/hybrid/what-is-hybrid.aspx) powertrain will deliver substantially lower carbon dioxide emissions when the luxury crossover goes on sale in the UK this summer, setting a new benchmark in its class, well below the figures achieved by the current best-performing diesels.

Marking the third generation of the RX, the new RX 450h displays exterior and interior styling that is the latest expression of Lexus’s L-finesse design philosophy. In the cabin the new dual-zone Crossover Cockpit showcases numerous technical innovations for improved safety, comfort and driving pleasure.

The new Lexus IS 250C will also be presented at Geneva, ahead of going on sale in the summer. With an all-aluminium folding roof that can be lowered in just 20 seconds, the IS 250C combines top-down driving pleasure with hard-top dynamic performance.

Sharing the same smooth 205bhp (208 DIN hp) 2.5-litre V6 engine and six-speed automatic transmission as the IS 250 sports saloon, the IS 250C has been engineered and styled for excellent handling and on-board comfort in open-top driving and equipped to meet the highest crash safety standards.

These new models will be joined on the Lexus stand by the IS F high performance saloon, GS 450h hybrid sports saloon and Lexus’s hybrid flagship, the LS 600h saloon.

See the current range of Lexus Hybrid Cars (http://www.lexus.co.uk/hybrid/index.aspx) at Lexus.co.uk.

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Lexus GB

http://www.lexus.co.uk


01737 367264

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Company launches affiliate program to leverage the power of its strategic partnerships, the blogosphere and social media networks.

San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) March 3, 2009 — Vinfolio, the foremost fine wine and collector services company, has launched an affiliate program to leverage its current and future strategic partnerships. Affiliates can earn store credit or cash for new customer referrals by agreeing to place a Vinfolio ad on their website, blog or via email promotion. When visitors to their site click on the ad, they are directed to Vinfolio’s online wine store and the affiliate earns credits when a new customer makes a first purchase. Credits range from $10-$100 for a first purchase of $100-$1,000+, respectively. Vinfolio is well known for its selection of fine wines (many sourced from private cellars) and with an average bottle price of over $100, it’s easy for affiliates to earn cash or credit with almost every referral. “We see this as adding value to our strategic partnerships by helping affiliates direct their site visitors to a trusted source for fine wine and rewarding them for doing so,” said Vinfolio Founder and CEO, Stephen Bachmann. Vinfolio also promotes its affiliate partners by linking to their websites or blogs from its Affiliate web page.

The company makes it easy to become an affiliate by providing customized ads, advice on how to leverage the program, as well as an easy way to monitor and redeem credits 24/7 via Vinfolio’s user friendly website. Vinfolio doesn’t place any limits on the amount of store credit an affiliate can accumulate, nor does it restrict what can be purchased with the credit. Affiliates who opt for cash rewards will receive payment on a monthly basis.

Learn more about Vinfolio’s Affiliate program at www.vinfolio.com/Affiliate .

About Vinfolio

Vinfolio is the foremost fine wine and collector services company serving wine lovers, enthusiasts and collectors worldwide. Vinfolio delivers on its commitment to “fine wine, finer service” by offering an extensive selection of over 1,500 wines and a full complement of services and resources to find, buy, sell, manage and enjoy fine wine. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in San Francisco, the company launched operations in Hong Kong the fall of 2008 to serve the Asian wine market. For more information, visit www.vinfolio.com.

Contact:

Ian Wang

Vinfolio, Inc.

415-946-1358

ian(at)vinfolio.com

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Vinfolio, Inc.

http://www.vinfolio.com


415-946-1358

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Q&A with Luiz Antonio Maia Espínola de Lemos of TozziniFreire Advogados sheds light on the issues surrounding the pre-salt discoveries, and discusses challenges facing the Brazilian government in managing these resources. Mr. Lemos is a partner with TozziniFreire, Brazil’s largest law firm, and was formerly at the Petrobras Group as General Counsel of a major gas subsidiary.

(PRWEB) March 3, 2009 — Since the discovery of potentially massive oil reserves in the “pre-salt” region off the coast of Brazil, the Brazilian government has been grappling with how to structure and regulate exploration, drilling, and the potential for a large influx of foreign investment.

The find, estimated at between 50 to 100 billion barrels, has major implications for the United States, which is looking to move away from its dependence on Middle Eastern oil. It also holds great potential for international oil companies searching for new reserves to satisfy growing global energy demands.

The Brazilian government has commissioned a task force whose members are the Brazilian Minister of Mines and Energy, the Minister of Planning, the Secretariat of State, the Minister of Finance, the President of Petrobras, the National Agency of Petroleum and Biofuels (ANP) and the Brazilian National Development Bank called BNDES. The Brazilian government is expected to promulgate new regulations which will open the pre-salt territory for more comprehensive exploration.

In the following Q&A, Luiz Antonio Maia Espínola de Lemos sheds light on the issues surrounding the pre-salt discoveries, and discusses challenges facing the Brazilian government in managing these resources. Mr. Lemos is a partner with TozziniFreire, Brazil’s largest law firm, and was formerly at the Petrobras Group as General Counsel of a major gas subsidiary.

WHAT IS THE PRE SALT REGION? WHO IS DRILLING & EXPLORING THERE?

The Pre-Salt Region is located in the offshore area and is expected to range at least from Espírito Santo to Santa Catarina State, measuring 800 kilometers (497 miles) in length and 200 kilometers (124 miles) width, approximately 170 miles off the coast of Brazil in the Atlantic Ocean. The region is named ‘pre-salt’ because its oil is held beneath deep and ultra-deep waters, around 3,000 meters of sand and rock, and an additional layer of salt that, in places, reaches thicknesses of over 2,000 meters, making extraction challenging and costly. However, the main director of the Brazilian Petroleum National Agency (ANP) Haroldo Lima stated that the exploration of the pre-salt region would remain profitable even with a barrel price around US$ 35.

Brazil is already developing the technology to drill and recover oil from this region, but as more is discovered about the sheer size of this find it is becoming clear that foreign companies will also play a very important role in exploration, drilling, the development infrastructure, capital and human resources to fully realize the potential of this region. Indeed, foreign companies have already begun to play an important role by assisting in the drilling. Companies such as Anadarko, StatoilHydro, Exxon, Devon Energy, Galp, BG Group (as well as Brazil’s own Petrobras) currently have a presence in the region; other companies, such as Shell, are projected to begin drilling in 2009.

WHY HAVE PRE-SALT AUCTIONS BEEN REDUCED?

When the pre-salt discoveries were first made, international companies moved quickly to secure positions in the region. However, more research and exploration soon revealed the magnitude of the find was much larger than previously thought, and the Brazilian government decided to drastically reduce the number of site auctions in the region until a comprehensive strategy to manage and regulate these resources is in place. In other words, as those discoveries showed up to be far larger than originally expected, the Brazilian Government realized it was important to develop a comprehensive strategy in order to fully develop these new reserves and, at the same time, guarantee that such windfall wealth would serve as much as possible to the welfare of the Brazilian people. As an example of the above mentioned reduction, the government withdrew forty one pre-salt sites from the auctions in the 9th Bid Round in 2007.

WHEN ARE REGULATIONS EXPECTED? WHAT IS THE LIKELY OUTCOME?

The task force is expected to report back to the Brazilian government by the beginning of the year; shortly thereafter it is expected the government will issue new regulations.

Still in early 2009 we will have a clearer picture, but at this point in time two potential scenarios have been discussed. The first plan, suggested by President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Energy Minister of Mines and Energy Edison Lobão, sees the government creating a state-run company that would manage the development of the oil reserves in the pre-salt region through partnerships with any firm, including Petrobras, in exploring the pre-salt areas that have yet to be auctioned. The second plan focuses on raising mining taxes and oil royalties to provide more income from the find. Either change is likely to need ratification by Brazil’s Senate. The Brazilian Government plans to invest additional funds acquired from those oil revenues in education and social development. Another goal of the future legislation is to develop the local industry related to the oil & gas sector, as well as create conditions for Brazil to become self sufficient with respect to human resources expertise and technology.

About TozziniFreire Advogados

TozziniFreire Advogados is a full service law firm, engaged in a multidisciplinary legal practice since its foundation in Sao Paulo in 1976. The firm has offices throughout Brazil, including Rio de Janeiro, as well as a representative office in New York. In addition, the firm provides its clients with comprehensive integrated services through strategic alliances with foreign law firms and other non-legal services providers.

About Luiz Antonio Maia Espínola de Lemos

Mr. Lemos is the leading partner in the Corporate, Oil and Gas practices at TozziniFreire. Prior to joining the firm he served as Assistant to the Vice President of a Petrobras Gas subsidiary, and later General Counsel. He is the President of the Natural Gas and Biofuels Commission and Member of the Oil Commission of the Brazilian Bar Association of Rio de Janeiro, and he is the author of numerous publications regarding oil and gas regulation in Brazil.

Contact:

John Dinsmore

Hellerman Baretz Communications

202-465-0050

jdinsmore(at)hellermanbaretz.com

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John Dinsmore


Hellerman Baretz Communications

http://www.hellermanbaretz.com


202-465-0050

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Entrepreneur who pioneered industry posts best-ever in 2008, adding to the mounting evidence that sustainability is here to stay. After record sales year, business growth indicators are positive for this “green” business as they look to the traditionally busy season surrounding Earth Day, and beyond.

Columbus, OH (PRWEB) March 3, 2009 — Weisenbach Recycled Products posted earnings for 2008 up 11% over 2007, the company’s previous best year. April to October brought record sales where average monthly revenue grew almost 15%. While other companies are seeing red ink and reducing staff, Weisenbach Recycled Products (http://www.recycledproducts.com) is at full production, and growing.

Owner Dan Weisenbach, 47, attributes his company’s success to a simple philosophy: “We are the real deal when it comes to being a green business. We were first in our field and we know our stuff. We make quality products from recycled materials and we take care of our customers, our employees, and the environment”.

Despite the gloomy economic climate, Weisenbach is optimistic that 2009 will be another year of growth. Trying times and adverse conditions stir creativity in the innovator who started his company in 1981 during a serious economic drought and when sustainability was not even in the dictionary of business practice. With hard work and an unerring belief in what he was doing, he persevered and created a market for environmentally preferable products (http://www.recycledproducts.com/index.php?cid=4).

Now in his 28th year of operations,Weisenbach (http://www.recycledproducts.com/index.php?cid=2) sees his efforts yield much more than fiscal success. He knows that the work he does is making a difference, and he is excited about the positive impact his products have. “The vast majority of our clients use our products to create awareness of environmental issues in their community.”

Weisenbach sees the business as a vehicle for positive social change. “Being nationally recognized and trusted for our green initiatives, we frequently receive calls on how to recycle particular waste materials and provide customers with resources. We are not just a business, but a critical resource in the green community.”

It wasn’t an easy path, but with irrepressible energy for the cause, and the know-how to back it up, Weisenbach created an industry and put it on the consumer’s radar. He holds more than 3 dozen trademarks and patents. He also serves successive terms on many environmental advisory boards.

Weisenbach pioneered the concept and commercial viability of “WARM (Waste As Raw Material) Manufacturing” demonstrating that many waste and scrap materials can be recycled to make useful, profitable products. He developed new recycled products from rubber tires, car batteries, electronic circuit boards, and plastic food containers. He convinced his suppliers to use recycled materials.

Weisenbach knows from experience that hardship opens doors for innovation. “Four or five years ago, we were day-to-day. We almost didn’t make it. We were making this really cool stuff, but there weren’t a lot of buyers.” He decided to sell off some of his equipment and retool his factory. “We worked our way out of the last recession by developing new processes and offering wider array of recycled material products. This year we’re increasing production capabilities again by adding new equipment for plastics and glass.”

As a company, Weisenbach Recycled Products’ success stems from more than environmentally friendly practices. With a culture in the workplace that inspires the best in his employees, Weisenbach sees almost no turnover in his staff. They share his vision and work as a team to provide quality products and excellent customer service. Remaining loyal and dedicated through the toughest times, this coherent team gets much of the credit when Weisenbach discusses his current success.

Going forward he sees the current economic woes as fertile ground. Understanding firsthand the pressures on business owners, he sees a landscape ripe with opportunity for those who will look for solutions, and keep working toward innovation.

“If I can make something useful out of someone’s trash, that just makes sense. Of course we aren’t going to solve the problems of solid waste by making pencils out of newspaper. But we are going to prevent at least that much material from getting buried. And more importantly, if I can inspire another business or industry to reduce their waste, re-purpose a commodity, or reinvent a process, that can make a huge impact. Sustainability and accountability are two tines of the same fork, and with commitment to each, our economy will bounce back. It may look different, and run different, but sometimes different is better.”

Weisenbach Recycled Products is online at www.RecycledProducts.com

About Weisenbach Recycled Products:

Manufacturer of Promotional Products, Awards, and Consumer Goods made from Recycled Materials

Privately held, founded 1981

President, Daniel G. Weisenbach

Member, Ohio Department of Natural Resources – DRLP Advisory Council

Member, Keep Ohio Beautiful Board of Directors

Member, Green Columbus Board of Directors

Approved for People and Planet by Green America (formerly Co-op America)

City of Columbus GreenSPOT designation

Number of Employees 16

Commercial Printer using 100% recycled paper and soy based inks and solvents since 1989

Recipient, 2008 Environmental Excellence Award from American Printer Magazine

Recipient, 2001 Best Workplace in America “Best of the Best” – PIA/GATF

Recipient 1997 Recycler of the Year – Association of Ohio Recyclers

2009 Catalog circulation – 22,000

On the web at www.RecycledProducts.com

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Dan Weisenbach


Weisenbach Recycled Products

http://www.RecycledProducts.com


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Blue Raven supports depot repair of personal computers, MP3s, MP4s, gaming consoles and flat panel TVs, as well as other consumer and industrial electronics.

Wilmington, MA (PRWEB) March 4, 2009 — Blue Raven Technology, Inc., a leading provider of parts and electronic repair services for technology products, announces record growth in its depot repair services (http://www.blueraven.com/us/corporate/logistics/solutions/Depot-Repair-Program.aspx) in 2008. This includes the company’s notebook, laptop and computer repair services.

Through new returns management service offerings, coupled with Blue Raven’s depot repair services for retailers, resellers, schools and warranty companies, Blue Raven processed a record number of depot repairs in 2008.

“The depot repair business continues to grow, even in an uncertain economy,” said Glen A. Kashgegian, president, Blue Raven Technology. “Demand has not slowed, as our clients look for ways to prolong the life of their investments. Additionally, our recent entrance into different markets began contributing to our growth in 2008 and has positioned us for a solid 2009.”

Blue Raven supports depot repair of personal computers, MP3s, MP4s, gaming consoles and flat panel TVs, as well as other consumer and industrial electronics. Since launching the depot repair initiative in 2004, Blue Raven has repaired over 400,000 devices.

Blue Raven’s state-of-the-art facility supports full BGA capability including X-Ray and endoscopic verification and an LCD repair operation, supporting screen sizes up to 60″, housed in a class 10,000 clean room.

About Blue Raven:

Blue Raven Technology, Inc., is a leading provider of in and out-of-warranty service parts, depot repair services, and returns management for computers, iPod MP3 players, gaming consoles and flat panel televisions on an exclusive and non exclusive basis to the worlds largest electronic retail chains, schools, OEMs, and warranty companies. Blue Raven has more than 23 years experience in servicing electronics products down to the component level; including BGA and SMT repair of motherboards and LCD panel repairs to 60″. For more information, please visit Blue Raven (http://www.blueraven.com).

Blue Raven and Blue Raven Technology are trademarks of Blue Raven Technology, Inc. All other products and services mentioned are products of their respective companies.

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Jeffrey Harrison


Blue Raven Technology

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