A new course from Shoestring Publishing says that the ice cream truck business can be a cash cow for startup entrepreneurs wondering how to start a startup business. For those who are interested in starting a new business, starting an ice cream kiosk, ice cream shop equipment or opening an ice cream shop, the course is a complete plan taught by people who have successfully owned this type of business. The course is taught by expert marketer and lifelong entrepreneur Perry Belcher, who has made over 100 million dollars in sales of his own products. Mr. Belcher started out with his own ice cream truck business that he says became very lucrative for him, and for which he gives all the necessary startup information in the course.

Mr. Belcher says that the ice cream truck business can be started on a shoe string budget: “I’ll show you how to get started in the ice cream truck business for less than $ 1,500. Now I’m not saying you’re going to have the Cadillac of equipment and everything that you need, but you can certainly get started there. Then you can purchase new equipment and more supplies out of profits, not out of your pocket when you start.”

According to Mr. Belcher, this startup business has key advantages:

100% recession proof
Fast to start many businesses (some can be started in less than 2 Weeks)
Low start up costs (in some cases, less than $ 500)
No special education or experience is needed
Many opportunities are very high paying
Be the boss and never lose the job
Flexible hours
Work in any city
Grow at any pace
Easy to sell in the future

The courses come with a set of bonus courses that teach accounting, legal issues, social media, sales and communications.

For more information about how to start an ice cream truck and how to start a business, visit the website Ice Cream Secrets.

About Shoestring Publishing

Shoestring Publishing brings the very best in business startup courses to the public. The recession has increased the number of people wanting to start their own businesses and Shoestring Publishing provides the books and courses to help people setup their own startup business, and to explain how to start a startup. Shoestring Publishing creates courses on how to start a startup business.

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History shows us that a dynasty is built one day, one step at a time. The foundation is critical and each decision matters. Ringor, maker of premium softball shoes, is proud to be the official shoe of the Ragin’ Cajuns.

Looking at the Ragin Cajuns of Louisiana Lafayette, it is unmistakable that a dynasty has been built:

????51-11 record in 2011
????13 consecutive years at the NCAA Regional Tournament
????Defending Sun Belt Champions
????Conference champions 10 out of the last 11 years

The 2012 season looks to be equally strong for the program as they take the field in their new custom Diamond Dynasty spike. Key players like Christi Orgeron, who was a USA Softball Collegiate Player of the Year Finalist and member of Team USA leads the Cajuns with a .414 batting average and 23 home runs. Also returning is the speedy shortstop Nerissa Myers and pitcher Ashley Brignac. Brignac will return to the circle where she won the Sun Belt Pitcher of the Year and Capital One academic All-American of the Year in 2011.

The Cajuns are lead by a co-head coaching team of Stefni and Michael Lotief. Stefni Lotief was named head coach in 2001 and holds an overall record of 548-139 (.798) posting 50-plus victories seven times in eleven seasons. Michael Lotief, who joined the program in 2001 and was named co-head coach in 2003, and is regarded as one of the best offensive minds in the game of college softball. He has made the Cajuns one of the top hitting teams in the country.

“I love to talk hitting with our players, says Michael Lotief, and analyze their mechanics, breaking down video with them and figure out a way to help our players be the best in the country and realize their dreams and potential.

The Lotiefs have built this dynasty with home grown talent. “Most of the players on this team are ‘hometown girls’,” says Stefni Lotief. “The coaches are hometown people. All of us, for the most part, were overlooked by the ‘big’ schools in the recruiting process. We had the courage to make a choice to defy the naysayers and conventional wisdom and stay close to home, near family and friends and pursue excellence,” she adds. “All of us came here with hopes and dreams. Add to that hard-work and solid preparation – it creates an environment where people care about each other – and add in a community where fans and families who support and believe in the dreams and hopes, and watch the dreams become reality.”

In 2002-03, a total of 12 members on the team were members of the Sun Belt Conference Academic Honor Roll. The Cajuns topped that mark in 2009-10 when a total of 20 members were recognized by the Sun Belt. Recently the National Fastpitch Coaches Association recognized seven members as NFCA Scholar Athletes for the 2010-11 academic year.

The dynasty created by the Ragin Cajuns continues in 2012.

Ringor, started in 1983, is based in Wilsonville, OR and will be releasing the new Diamond Dynasty shoe later this month.

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The floor mat solutions offered by The Mad Matter, Inc. have helped property managers, facility managers and owners of commercial buildings to cut operating costs, prevent slip and falls and enhance the aesthetic appeal of commercial buildings for almost two decades. As most building managers seek ways to cut costs and increase the bottom line, The Mad Matter, Inc. is proud to announce that it has developed a simple system to renovate some existing recessed mats, aluminum foot grilles and aluminum roll up mats. This renovation involves replacement of the worn portions of certain types of floor matting. The breakthrough is that this refurbishment method can be easily performed onsite by a building engineer or handyman. Refurbishment of recessed floor mats can be achieved at a fraction of the expense of replacing the entire floor mat. During tight financial times, a property manager may find that repairing an existing recessed mat is an attractive alternative.

When faced with an ugly floor mat at the main entry, a property manager faced with the costly proposition of replacement or refurbishment of an existing recessed mat. To make matters worse, this type of recessed mat is very expensive to replace and poses considerable challenges to those who do not regularly deal with this type of floor matting. Recessed aluminum floor mats are expensive. They often cost over $ 30.00 per square foot (i.e., a recessed mat that is 6′ x 6′ can cost over $ 1,000.00 to replace, etc.)

Many recessed mats fall into the category of either a deep pit aluminum foot grille or a recessed aluminum floor mat that can be rolled up. These types of recessed aluminum floor mats generally consist of sturdy aluminum tracks that are outfitted with a polypropylene, vinyl, abrasive or carpet insert designed to absorb moisture or to scrape dirt off of the shoes of pedestrians entering the building. Unfortunately, the floor mat inserts are not as sturdy as the aluminum that holds them in place. Through normal use, the floor mat inserts can become stained and/or worn resulting in an unappealing first impression to anyone who enters the building.

Fortunately, aluminum floor mats are designed to be refurbished. If the recessed mat has not been damaged, it may be a candidate for renovation. The mat inserts can be replaced with new inserts supplied by the actual manufacturer of the original mat provided. Unfortunately, most manufacturers do not label the mats, resulting in the end user being tasked with the challenge of properly identifying who originally produced the floor mat. To compound the problem, the inserts from one factory will not usually fit into another factory’s aluminum floor mat. To overcome this issue, The Mad Matter, Inc. has produced a line of carpet inserts that will fit into almost any aluminum recessed floor mat or foot grille. There is a line designed for interior use and another for exterior applications. To make installation easier, The Mad Matter, Inc. developed a method that precludes the need for special tools which serves to allow individuals which makes the refurbishment process much more simple.

Until now, renovating recessed aluminum mats has been a confusing and time consuming endeavor. The process developed by The Mad Matter, Inc. has eliminated many of the obstacles to a successful recessed mat renovation. A simple approach toward proper measurement and installation of inserts supplied by The Mad Matter, Inc. allows any person with limited technical ability to quickly transform a tired, worn-out recessed aluminum mat into a visually appealing and effective matting system.

“Here at The Mad Matter, Inc., we understand the floor maintenance and safety challenges a property manager faces each day, and we seek to offer them affordable floor mat solutions,” comments Gary D. Storz, President of The Mad Matter, Inc.

About The Mad Matter, Inc.

Based near Atlanta, GA, The Mad Matter, Inc. has been providing affordable floor mat solutions to Commercial Property Management and Governmental entities since 1992. The company provides consultation and assistance to businesses in the US and Canada at MadMatterInc.com.

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Shoe Priv?e, the Ultimate Private Shoe Club, unveiled today its completely re-designed website featuring two new shoe collections and an online magazine Priv?e.

Joining the traditional Shoe Priv?e collection of fashionable heels at $ 39.95, the Luxe collection targets a more affluent consumer market and features shoes priced from $ 49.95. These shoes feature better material, design and craftsmanship but still offer an exceptional value for the discerning buyer.

The Barganista collection offers amazing discounts on older styles. For as little as $ 19.97, including shipping, discount savvy fashionistas can take advantage of these truly spectacular deals.

In addition, Shoe Priv?e is debuting this month an online magazine called Priv?e, featuring dozens of pages on all things Shoes.

“We wanted our site to be socially engaging for our members and give it that magazine feel,” says Courtney Rheuban, Shoe Priv?e’s head buyer. And, in addition to this great new content, My Shoe Story is a place where members will be able to interact with one another, by uploading self images of their favorite shoe styles.

Shoe Priv?e once again raises the bar for online shoe clubs, says Fred Krueger, CEO of Shoe Priv?e. With no monthly fees, a huge selection of shoes at every price point, and great shoe related content why go anywhere else?

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When Jon Mason, founder of Swing Juice? Hybrid Energy Drink, decided to produce a series of online commercials, he knew that he wanted to produce an epic spot for Americas favorite day of commercials The Super Bowl. However, with the average cost of Super Bowl ads running in the multi-million dollar range, he knew that he would have to think outside the box to generate some hype. Mason felt that in this new age of digital/social media, a properly done commercial could have just as much effectiveness as some of the big budget advertisers generate, so why not give it a shot.

Having already produced a video spoofing exercise shoes and a special holiday video, Swing Juice? needed a concept to put itself on the same field as its competitors; better yet, ahead of them. At the end of a the big game, the winning teams coach will get doused in an icy cold bath of liquid a cold sensation of victory. What is one way to top this? Do it before the game. With Swing Juice?, you can Win before you Win. “I really love the look and feel of this new spot. It truly gives the viewer the vibe of the brand…fun, healthy, and active. I can’t wait for people to see it!” Mason added.

The hybrid energy drink is celebrating a brand re-boot with the release of a new commercial on the companys YouTube page. The mock Super Bowl ad, created to generate buzz without the help of a major advertising budget, stars Founder and CEO, Jon Mason. Looking for something more stimulating than soda, snacks and sodium on Sunday? Head to the official Swing Juice? channel at http://www.youtube.com/swingjuice Sunday February 5th 2012 at 3p.

For a copy of the Swing Juice? commercial to include in a story, please email Swing Juice? Hybrid Energy Drink at info(at)swingjuice(dot)com or call 781-881-4022.

About Swing Juice?

Swing Juice? is a Rhode Island based lifestyle beverage with no preservatives, no sodium, natural flavors and a small kick of caffeine. Swing Juice? is a refreshingly all-natural alternative to mainstream sports drinks and energy drinks. Areas of distribution include but are not limited to Northern New Jersey, Upstate New York, Connecticut, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Southern and Central Maine and Massachusetts. For more information about Swing Juice? or to find out where you can get a bottle, visit http://www.swingjuice.com and follow @SwingJuice on Twitter, http://www.twitter.com/swingjuice or http://www.facebook.com/swingjuiceenergydrink.

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The RA comedy troupe is up to something fishy. Well, something sushi, actually. On February 7, content creation and marketing agency Raging Artists presents “RA Dog Comedy,” a live show to be taped as part of a new Web series called “Beyond the Brick Wall.” Comics and company principals Juicy Diaz, Ernie Noh, and Hursh Rephun (http://youtu.be/YPs5L0TEMoY) will appear in the lineup, which also includes Andie Bolt, Mike Citera, Andy Dugan, and Rich Aronovich. The event will take place at new Melrose hot spot, Saba Sushi – offering a rare, hot combo of comedy, sake, and kosher sushi.

“We immersed ourselves in standup as a writing exercise, and fell in love with the medium,” said Juicy, who has poured audiences a “hot cup of truth” about race, religion, and family in multiple shows at The Ice House, Flappers, and HaHa Cafe, among other venues. “We also realized that as we have a unique perspective on standup, the creative process, and the comedy business, we wanted to share that via a Web series.” “A rebellious Web series,” added Ernie, who’s appeared in West Coast comedy spots from LA to San Diego and Oakland; he shares anecdotes and insights as a member of the Korean community — and is candid about his Asian member.

The February 7 show marks the 6-month anniversary of the Raging Artists standup journey. “Part of this experience has been meeting young comics with unique voices,” said Hursh, who has brought his own way with voices and characters to shows on both coasts, at The Comedy Store, Stand-Up NY, Comedy Cellar, and more. “We’ve known these people for many months now and watched them grow. At this point, all are taller than I am.”

In the case of Praveen Angyan – known as “Genie” (genius) – who is also doing standup, the RA team has done more than watch and support: “Genie was not a comic two weeks ago, he was an Internet guru,” Juicy explained. “As Phase 2 of our writing adventure, we took someone who would never otherwise talk to people, let alone be on stage, and collectively crafted and work-shopped his set – as we do all of our own.” Genie killed in an audition at Flappers Comedy Club Burbank and has made the first round of the Uncle Clyde’s Comedy Contest. “Superhuman Courage + Flawless Material = Hit Comedy. Easy peezy, right?” Juicy mused. Genie will make a guest appearance at the Saba Sushi show.

As a series, “Beyond the Brick Wall” will feature shows produced in venues outside the comedy club circuit. Last week, the team attended the Sundance Film Festival, where Hursh performed before a crowd on Park City’s Main Street. “Somehow, I felt there was more at stake in front of those 35 people than onstage,” he said. “We were giving comedy to those people, and they didn’t even have it coming.”

Featured recently in ComedyBeat, Raging Artists is holding true to its mantra, “Courage. Commitment. Comedy.” The firm’s objective when they initiated the standup project was twofold: to challenge themselves as writers and to bridge the gap between advertising and comedy. “Products for men are something we can market that we couldnt market before, because we didnt have the reputation for tapping into the male psyche as we now have with standup,” Juicy stated in the article. “We also talk about our wives and women in general, and weve been able to incorporate that with some of our clients like one that sells womens shoes.” “We’ve been bold just by engaging in comedy,” concluded Ernie, “and it’s our hope that brands will be inspired to match – and top – that bravery in the content they ask us to create.”

About Saba Sushi

Whoever came up with the phrase bursting with fruit flavor never tasted kosher sushi. Thats right, kosher sushi. As in yummy, seaweed wrapped fish, rice and vegetables, now approved by the Almighty. Its sushi with a higher calling. Luckily for foodies everywhere, the higher calling doesnt translate into higher cost. The brainchild of Carmela and Asher Fadlon, the retail giants behind top indie sneaker boutique Sportie LA, Saba Sushi was borne out of Carmelas love of family and cooking. I love to cook, and I wanted to create something for my children. Its an extension of my passion,” says Carmela. And anyone who has tasted her exquisite Israeli cuisine can attest to the passion behind the talent.

Saba Sushi is located at 7160 Melrose Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90046. The Raging Artists “RA Dog Comedy Show” takes place Tuesday, February 7, 2012, at 9pm PST.

Contact info(at)RagingArtists(dot)com for more info.

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Rather-Be-Shopping.com, a leading online coupon destination, has added a Printable Coupons feature which allows consumers to print coupons from home and take them to the store to redeem.

In addition to online coupons to over 750 online retailers, Rather-Be-Shopping.com now offers printable coupons to popular retailers like JCPenney, Payless Shoes, Gap, Home Depot, and Old Navy. Offers include savings up to 25% off your entire purchase.

“As we search the Internet for online coupons we inevitably find some great printable coupons to popular merchants, now we have a place to post them for all to take advantage of, said Kyle James, owner and president of Rather-Be-Shopping.com. All you have to do is print out the coupon from home and take it with you on your next shopping trip.”

Besides printable coupons, James offers 2 additional coupon tips:

~ Free Shipping. 70% of online retailers offer some type of free shipping offer. Save on gas by always looking for a free shipping coupon when shopping online.

~ Coupon Alerts. Save time and energy by signing up to receive free coupon alerts to your favorite stores at Rather-Be-Shopping.com and have offers sent directly to your inbox.

About Rather-Be-Shopping.com

Rather-Be-Shopping.com is a leading destination for savvy shoppers looking for online coupons, printable coupons, and free shipping offers. Since 2001, online shoppers have made the website their hub for coupons to over 750 national retailers like Lowes, Lands End, Kohls, Target, Old Navy, Dell, and American Eagle Outfitters. Rather-Be-Shopping.com also has a popular blog offering tips on other creative ways to save money in everyday life. For more information, please visit http://www.rather-be-shopping.com.

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Two Ten Footwear Foundations social services department fielded a whopping 2,093 intake calls last year from footwear industry professionals seeking financial assistance compared to a total of 1,826 calls received in 2010.

In just three years, the amount of intake calls at Two Ten Footwear Foundation has more than doubled.

This is a challenging economy. Shoe companies, shoepeople and families are under pressure. Whether its because of layoffs, shortened hours, unexpected family situations like divorce, the death of a loved one or an extraordinary medical condition, were preparing for the number of calls for assistance to continue to increase over the next few years, said Neal Newman, Two Tens new President.

Two Ten Chair Jim Salzano agreed, adding, The work that Two Ten does is invaluable. And more will be expected of us. Our Foundation is built on a principle of shoepeople helping shoepeople and we will continue to operate by that principle through these challenging times its what were here for.????Were going to make sure we continue responding to calls from people who need our help. And we are going to deepen our communications with our corporate donors all over the United States to make sure we assist as many shoepeople as possible.

Lets not forget. These are real people with real crises on their hands. Two Ten must be there we must be ready to provide the social services and financial assistance needed to those who are struggling. The generosity of the footwear industry is enormous. Im confident, with everyones help and support, we can continue to meet this fast-growing need, said Newman.

To make a donation to Two Ten Footwear Foundation, call (800) 346-3210, or visit Two Ten Footwear Foundation online at http://www.twoten.org/donate.

About Two Ten Footwear Foundation: Two Ten is committed to strengthening the footwear community with financial relief, scholarships, counseling support and referral services to shoepeople in need, while nurturing community building, mentorship and volunteerism within the industry. For more than 70 years, Two Ten continues to be the safety net for the shoe industry.

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Bridology.com is considered a one-stop shop when it comes to anything and everything about weddings. May it be the latest wedding trends, the best wedding theme songs, which colors make a great wedding theme, and even which foods to serve at the wedding reception. Visiting the website is like buying a whole library of wedding books. And now more than ever, Bridology has created its wedding vendor listing of over 500 wedding websites that everything from wedding dresses, catering services, jewelry, and interior designs.

To give a brief idea of what to expect; all 500 wedding vendors are divided into 10 main categories which each have at least 7 to 10 sub topics to make navigating around and looking for a wedding vendor easy:

????Wedding Guide. This is where readers will find the vendors who have all the essentials when it comes to planning a wedding. Vendors here range from music stores who sell wedding song CDs, stores where one can find the best wedding decor, places wherein couples can get the best food for their wedding reception, and even places to get books with the best wedding vows.
????Honeymoon Gear. The honeymoon is merely an extension of the wedding, by Bridology has all the links where newlywed couples can get the gear that theyll need on their out of town honeymoon vacation. One can find vendors who sell beach and scuba gear, travelling luggage, and even shoes and other accessories that one might need on that much awaited honeymoon getaway.
????Wedding Invitations. Only the best wedding invitation makers are found here.
????Wedding Jewelry. As the name suggests, brides and even grooms to be can find all the jewelry to be worn on the happiest day of their lives here.
????Wedding Apparel. Who said that picking the clothes to wear in a wedding was that easy? We all know that the bride and all the other females in a wedding have to wear a dress while the men wear tuxedos or anything formal for that matter. But on this special day, who wouldnt want the best clothes to be seen on the aisle?
????Wedding favors. Whats a party without favors? A wedding has its romantic and solemn moments, but at the end of it all, it is still a celebration of the union of two people. Its always best to give all the guests something to remember them about and Bridology make your life easier by providing all these links.
????Wedding gifts. Bridology isnt just about the bride, the groom, and the people organizing the wedding. Bridology also provides links for guests who want to find out which gift would be the best to give the newlyweds.
????Wedding Fashion. Click here for the latest trends in wedding fashion. Want to know what the newest hairdo for brides is in this season? Or which make up will look best?
????Wedding reception. Learn which vendors can offer you the best catering services and even entertainment during the party.
????Wedding travel. Planning to get married on a remote island? Bridology readers might find the perfect wedding venue on this site.

About Bridology

Bridology is one of the countrys leading wedding blog and jewelry guides, featuring weekly blog posts, a wedding vendors directory, and jewelry guide to the latest engagement rings and wedding bands, and tips for new brides!

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More than a race, it was an unforgettable experience. This is the feeling shared by Parkson and MIOX employees that participated on the last Ragnar Relay Florida Keys race that took place between January 6-7, 2012.

The companies joined together to create one team the Water Boys for the 200 mile adventure race. Starting in Miami and finishing in Key West, the relay offered a unique opportunity to run near the ocean side, and across the southern end of the state of Florida. Along the way, they ran across multiple bridges including the Seven Mile Bridge hopping from key to key, passing through Key Largo, Islamorada, Marathon Key and Big Pine Key with the race wrapping up in Key West.

Everything went just perfect! celebrated teams captain Chris Burt, Parksons Aftermarket Operations Leader. We had a blast. The weather was great, everyone was excited. This is something we will never forget.

Besides the 12 runners, who ran distances between 10 and 20 miles in three separate legs over two days, the team also counted on four drivers and safety officers, 90 bottles of water, 79 bottles of energy drinks, 30 feet of healthy sandwiches, 25 protein bars, 24 bagels and 15 bottles of chocolate milk to survive the journey.

I have to admit that I was anxious at first says Parkson CEO, Zain Mahmood. However, there was such positive energy in the air. It was simply amazing! It is something I definitely recommend to anybody. Given the opportunity, I would love to run again next year!

“It succeeded on two levels” added MIOX CEO, Carlos Perea. “There was a sense of personal accomplishment. But more significant was the team building. The excitement of supporting and rooting on teammates was infectious. Everyone developed strong personal bonds in a very short time.”

Besides the race itself that received more than 500 teams, 6,000 runners and 1,000 vehicles Parkson and MIOX employees also collected and donated 200 pairs of shoes to Soles4Souls, a Nashville-based charity that collects and distributes shoes to people in need, in over 127 countries, including Kenya, Thailand, Nepal and the United States.

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New research from the University of Arkansas quantifies benefits that apparel suppliers can gain from the use of radio frequency identification (RFID), it was announced today by the American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) and GS1 US, the studys sponsors.

In a year-long project, researchers found the potential for suppliers to realize both top- and bottom-line improvements via increased inventory accuracy, cycle count reductions and minimized chargebacks. The results were presented during a workshop held by the VICS Item Level RFID Initiative at the National Retail Federations Big Show in New York. The research is available for download from the University of Arkansas Web site.

The University of Arkansas report published today offers a greater understanding of the many uses of RFID technology for the apparel industry particularly in the area of inventory accuracy, said AAFA Special Advisor Mary Howell. By exploring these use cases, apparel and footwear brands can begin to see the full range of benefits RFID can provide when working to remain competitive in the global market by streamlining the supply chain and continuing to deliver quality, safe, and affordable clothes and shoes to American consumers.

Key Findings

The research titled Supplier Return on Investment Use Case Data Collection and Analysis is the second phase in a three-phase study commonly referred to as the Many-to-Many study. It focused on three supplier use cases identified during Phase I of this research published in January 2011.

Researchers measured the benefits that apparel suppliers can achieve by adopting RFID based on GS1 Electronic Product Code (EPC) standards. They quantified the effects of EPC-based tracking on improving the suppliers’ inventory accuracy, along with the effects on their productivity, costs, and revenues.

In one use case, increased inventory accuracy, researchers discovered that suppliers estimates for their outbound shipments were much higher than the actual shipment count accuracy, in part because the companies were auditing very small percentages of those shipments. The costs of incorrect shipments, including chargebacks, are very high. With EPC-based RFID enabling audits on 100 percent of shipments, the frequency of incorrect shipments can drop to zero, creating savings equal to the cost of implementing the RFID system.

The research captures the first efforts of retail suppliers to shift their focus from just playing catch up to retailer source tagging requirements, to truly leveraging the full value of item level tags by discovering the benefit and the value in their own supplier operations, said Justin Patton, Managing Director, ITRI/RFID Research Center, University of Arkansas.

The simple concept behind the study is to answer the question, What happens when suppliers move beyond EPC tagging just for their retail partners sake, and begin to internally capture and use EPC data from their tagged items? said Patrick Javick, vice president, industry engagement, GS1 US. Retailers use standardized RFID technology to improve inventory accuracy, and now with EPC, suppliers can also feel confident of the high level of accuracy in their shipments.

In addition to the key findings, the research highlights the critical relationship between apparel suppliers and retailers and encourages continued collaboration in the widespread adoption of RFID. As such, AAFA and GS1 US are active supporters of the VICS Item Level RFID Initiative (VILRI). The initiative, formed in 2010, is an inter-industry group of retailers, manufacturers, and industry stakeholders with the mission of exploring the benefits that EPC-enabled RFID technology holds for the retail industry.

Research results for the Phase II University of Arkansas supplier study were captured in a paper available at http://itri.uark.edu/104.asp?code=rfid&article=ITRI-WP159-1211. They were also discussed during webinars hosted by AAFA and GS1 US in December. Recordings are available for replay on the AAFA Web site.

About AAFA

The American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) is the national trade association representing apparel, footwear and other sewn products companies, and their suppliers, which compete in the global market. AAFA’s mission is to promote and enhance its members’ competitiveness, productivity and profitability in the global market by minimizing regulatory, commercial, political, and trade restraints. http://www.wewear.org????

About GS1 US

GS1 US, a member of GS1, is a not-for-profit organization that brings industry communities together to solve supply-chain problems through the adoption and implementation of GS1 standards. More than 200,000 businesses in 25 industries rely on GS1 US for trading-partner collaboration and for maximizing the cost effectiveness, speed, visibility, security and sustainability of their business processes. They achieve these benefits through solutions based on GS1 global unique numbering and identification systems, bar codes, Electronic Product Code-based RFID, data synchronization, and electronic information exchange. GS1 US also manages the United Nations Standard Products and Services Code? (UNSPSC?). http://www.GS1US.org

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Gear Aid, the gear repair and maintenance brand by McNett?, announces availability of a new odor eliminator. Specially formulated for toe shoes, barefoot shoes and other minimalist footwear, Rank Away is a safe and effective solution designed to treat, not mask, odors.

Rank Away is an all-natural enzyme-based formula armed with powerful anti-fungal agents. Its designed to break-up and remove odor-causing bacteria, mold and fungus in smelly shoes. Proven effective on Vibram? FiveFingers, outdoor sandals, climbing shoes and more, Rank Aways concentrated, biodegradable formula is safe on all mesh, canvas and neoprene footwear.

Its no secret that toe shoe wearers experience a high level of foot funk, said David Wiggs, marketing vice president at McNett. I wear mine several times a week and they stink! While they can be washed, this does not always translate to complete odor removal.

To combat smelly barefoot shoes, Gear Aid has launched Rank Away odor eliminator. The highly concentrated soak eliminates severe odors associated with funky footwear. Rank Away can also be used as a convenient spray-on application for routine maintenance.

One product tester commented, I am extremely satisfied with the product and will continue to use it for all my regular upkeep. My Vibrams are smell free after 3 months of regular use, and with Rank Away I plan to keep them that way.

Rank Away will begin hitting stores shelves in January 2012. For more information on Rank Away odor eliminator by Gear Aid, visit http://www.mcnett.com/Rank-Away-Odor-Eliminator-for-Minimalist-Footwear-P412.aspx and begin attacking the infamous toe shoe stench.

About McNett

For over 30 years, McNett has manufactured and marketed the finest specialty products for the outdoor, sporting goods, dive and military markets. The companys products are known worldwide by consumers and original equipment manufacturers. McNett brands are available in over 70 countries and include: Outgo, Gear Aid, M Essentials, Camo Form?, Aquaseal?, Seam Grip? and Freesole?. For more information see our website at http://www.McNett.com.

Contact:

David Wiggs

Marketing VP

360-671-2227

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Tekscans new F-Scan Datalogger system was the measurement tool of choice for accurate data collection on a recent episode of ESPNs Sports Science titled Dwight Howard: Max Vertical Reach. The Sports Science team has used the F-Scan system for years to capture foot pressure and force data on top athletes, and new Datalogger electronics make it even better at capturing data during quick contact activities like the high jump Howard performed for the episode.

Freedom of Movement and Improved Data Capture

In order to better understand how Howard was able to break Shaquille ONeals record for max vertical reach, the Sports Science research team needed to quantify the vertical force he applied as he pushed off the ground. They chose the F-Scan Datalogger system because of its high sampling rate and its ability to capture force and pressure information without interfering with the athletes natural motion. As Howard moved through his routine, paper-thin in-shoe sensors transmitted force, pressure and timing data to the lightweight Datalogger Unit attached at his waist. The data was recorded onto the systems internal 8 GB memory stick, where it was stored until he completed all of his jumps. Since the system does not require a physical connection to a computer, Howard had complete freedom of movement throughout his routine. And, since the sensors were in his shoes, he did not have to worry about targeting a specific area to push off of a force plate.

The F-Scan Datalogger offers scan rates of up to 750 Hz – approximately 10x faster than any similar product on the market – making it the best system available for measuring interface pressure during quick contact activities such as running or jumping. It is the newest addition to the F-Scan product line, which also offers tethered, Wireless (Wi-Fi) and Combination Units. F-Scan systems provide many biomechanical parameters, such as force and time graphs and Center of Force (CoF) trajectory during stance phases; giving the user an unparalleled understanding of what is occurring during the gait cycle.

Tekscans pressure mapping systems are used by prominent universities, hospitals, rehabilitation facilities, and corporations around the world for a variety of applications. For more information on Tekscan and the F-Scan systems, visit the F-Scan In-Shoe System webpage, call 617-464-4500, or email marketing(at)tekscan(dot)com.

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The new poetry collection unCommon Ground: Down-to-Earth Poems for Daily Living (published by WestBow Press), by Frances Parker, is poetry inspired by family, nature and life. The poems are all of a spiritual nature, focusing on the incomprehensible lure of God.

Trivial things a hutch full of rabbits, dishes left over after a church potluck, a bag of sugar, cleaning house ordinary things and ordinary activities in which Parker discovers the extraordinary. She detects the activity and the voice of God in the routine things of life and shares them with readers in an unassuming yet surprising manner. Her poetry, focusing on everyday, common happenings, encourages readers to see God in the humdrum sameness of their busy lives. She shows that opportunities to experience Him are all around.

Despite the sometimes-trivial content, Parker reveals her ultimate inspiration for writing was her current relationship with Christ: My journey from the bondage of a conservative, rule-ridden church to the freedom of a life with Jesus.

Parker offers glimpses of God in the ordinary things of life. In unCommon Ground, she invites you to take off your shoes and discover something extraordinary in the everyday, uncommon ground beneath your feet.

About the Author

Frances Parker is inspired by lifes simple experiences. Born and raised in Canada, she currently writes from the seat of her tractor or her home in Washington, where she, her husband, Jeff, and their three sons farm alfalfa. She is also the author of Fertile Ground: Down-to-Earth Poems of Spiritual Encouragement.

WestBow Press is a strategic self-publishing alliance of Thomas Nelson, Inc., the worlds largest Christian publisher, and Author Solutions, Inc. (ASI) the world leader in the popular self-publishing industry segment. Through this partnership, authors benefit from the rich publishing heritage of Thomas Nelson and the speed-to-market advantages of the ASI self-publishing model. Titles published through WestBow Press are evaluated for sales potential and considered for publication under the Thomas Nelson imprint. Thomas Nelson, Inc. continues to inspire the world with distribution of products in more than 100 countries worldwide. For more information, or to start publishing today, visit http://www.westbowpress.com or call (866)-928-1240. Follow us @westbowpress on Twitter for the latest news.

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More than 5,000 people were diagnosed with lymphoma the most common form of blood cancer in Florida last year alone. To raise critical funds for blood cancer research, the Lymphoma Research Foundation (LRF) the nations largest non-profit organization devoted exclusively to funding innovative lymphoma research and to serving those touched by the disease will host its Sixth Annual South Florida Luncheon on January 30, 2012 at St. Andrews Country Club in Boca Raton, Florida. Over the past five years, the luncheon has raised more than half a million dollars to support the Lymphoma Research Foundations mission of eradicating lymphoma and serving those touched by the disease.

The South Florida Luncheon raises funds for lymphoma research that can hopefully, one day, cure this type of blood cancer, said Judith Bronsteen, one of the Luncheons co-chairs. As the wife of a lymphoma survivor, I know firsthand the impact that investing in research can have, and I look forward to the day that we eradicate this disease.

This year, LRF has partnered with Saks Fifth Avenue, Boca Raton to present a chic fashion luncheon, which will feature a Best of Spring 2012 Fashion Show, as well as a shopping boutique in which a portion of all sales will be donated to LRF. There will also be high-end raffle prizes, including John Hardy Sterling Silver & Diamond jewelry donated by Saks Fifth Avenue, Boca Raton, as well as a live auction featuring a Canyon Ranch? spa package for two in Tucson, Arizona, and a three night stay at The Greenbrier Resort in White Sulfur Springs, West Virginia.

We are honored to partner with the Lymphoma Research Foundation for its Sixth Annual South Florida Luncheon, and to have the opportunity to use fashion to find a cure for the most common type of blood cancer, said Shauna Graham McNellis, Marketing Director for Saks Fifth Avenue, Boca Raton. Saks Fifth Avenue, Boca Raton is committed to serving those who are touched by lymphoma in its community.

The charity event, which has now become a staple in the affluent South Florida region, is co-chaired by Judith Bronsteen, Gladys Cook, Elisabeth Dalfen, Ellen Liebman, Mitzi Oreman and Jane Yudell. Dr. Morton Coleman, Clinical Professor of Medicine at Weill Medical College of Cornell University and the Director of the Center for Lymphoma and Myeloma at New York Presbyterian Hospital, will serve as the events keynote speaker.

As the mother of a lymphoma survivor, the Florida Luncheon is especially meaningful to me, said event co-chair, Jane Yudell. Each year, I am amazed at the generosity and commitment that all of our supporters have to not only making the event such a wonderful success, but to making a meaningful difference in the lives of all those touched by lymphoma.

All those interested are invited to attend this inspiring social event, which begins at 10:30 am at St. Andrews Country Club. Individual tickets for the luncheon start at $ 125 each. Event and raffle tickets can be purchased by phoning Taylor Zitay at (646) 465-9103. All proceeds from the event will support LRFs mission of eradicating lymphoma and serving those touched by the disease. For more information about lymphoma and the Annual Luncheon, please visit the LRF website: lymphoma.org.

About the Lymphoma Research Foundation

The Lymphoma Research Foundation (LRF) is the nations largest non-profit organization devoted exclusively to funding innovative research and providing people with lymphoma and healthcare professionals with up-to-date information about this type of cancer. LRF’s mission is to eradicate lymphoma and serve those touched by this disease.

LRF remains dedicated to finding a cure for lymphoma through an aggressively-funded research program and by supporting the development of improved therapies for people living with lymphoma. To date, the Foundation has awarded more than $ 47 million in lymphoma-specific research. The Foundation also provides a comprehensive series of programs and services for people with lymphoma, their loved ones and caregivers.

About Saks Fifth Avenue, Boca Raton

Saks Fifth Avenue, one of the worlds preeminent specialty retailers, is renowned for its superlative American and international designer collections, its expertly edited assortment of handbags, shoes, jewelry, cosmetics and gifts, and the first-rate fashion expertise and exemplary client service of its Associates. Today, Saks operates 46 full-line stores in 22 states, 2 licensed stores in the Middle East and 2 licensed stores in Mexico City, 61 Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5TH stores and saks.com, the companys online store.

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For the first time ever clothing brands, retailers, consumers, municipalities, charitable organizations, academics and recyclers are joining forces to promote the recycling of clothing and textiles. The Council for Textile Recycling (CTR) recently released its new website aimed at educating the public on the importance of recycling all clothing and textiles, not just those that are gently worn.

The Councils news website: http://www.weardonaterecycle.org mirrors the organizations slogan Wear. Donate. Recycle.

Our goal is to have zero post-consumer textile waste going into landfills by 2037, says Eric Stubin, CTR Chairman of the Board. In the United States the average person discards 70 pounds of their old clothing, shoes and household textiles in their local landfill each year. Were educating people that clothing and textiles are among the most recyclable items in their home.

In the United States, the Environmental Protection Agency estimates more than 25 billion pounds of clothing and textiles including clothing, linens, belts, and shoes are generated annually. The agency also reports more than 21 billion pounds (70 lbs per person) of post-consumer textile waste ends up in landfills every year with only 15% of all post-consumer textiles enter the recycling stream.

For the first time ever, all segments of the clothing industry including consumers, manufacturers, charities, retailers, and recyclers have been brought together, says Stubin. I am active in many organizations that promote sustainable clothing manufacturing and green initiatives in the apparel industry and its exciting to finally have an organization representing all of the stakeholders as we strive to bring wide scale awareness to a very solvable problem. If consumers, municipalities and the apparel industry implement, promote, and market, Wear. Donate. Recycle we will significantly divert more post consumer textile waste in the years to come.

Studies conducted at both the federal and state level show clothing and textiles make up more than 5% of all materials going into local landfills. Consumers dont realize 95% of all clothing and textiles is recyclable, says Jackie King, Executive Director of the Secondary Materials and Recycled Textiles Association and member of the Board of Directors of the Council for Textile Recycling. As long as items are clean and dry, even those that are stained or torn, they can be processed by textile recyclers extending the end-of-life of the material.

Consumers are encouraged to visit the Councils new website at: http://www.weardonaterecycle.org to learn more and to join the organization. The Council for Textile Recycling will be compiling a resource library for consumers, municipalities, apparel and footwear brands and retailers interested in developing clothing and footwear recycling programs. A database of end-users including charities and private sector recyclers from all aspects of the industry will also be available to members of the Council for Textile Recycling.

About

The Council for Textile Recycling is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, tax exempt organization incorporated in the State of Maryland. The CTR is not involved in the collection of textile waste in any form and is entirely devoted to creating more awareness about keeping post-consumer textile waste out of our solid waste stream. Our non-profit headquarters are located at 2105 Laurel Bush Rd, Suite 200, Bel Air, MD 21015. Phone: 443-640-1050.

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This fall, Sierra Trading Post put significant resources into retooling its customer referral program Get $ 10, Give $ 10 to create a more user-friendly and social-friendly platform for customers. The result has been substantial growth in new customer acquisition and program revenue for the multichannel retailer.

For the month of November, Sierra Trading Post reports new customer acquisition up 888% and program revenue up nearly 1000%.

Acquiring new customers is always one of our top company-wide initiatives, says TJ Croissant, marketing manager for Sierra Trading Post. We connect with many of our customers socially, and our hope is that these loyal fans will spread our brand message to their friends and family. Of course, rewarding new and existing customers with gift cards helps, too.

Sierra Trading Post has made the program very easy to use. It works like this:

1. An existing customer sets up a free account and invites friends to shop STP.

2. If those friends are first-time customers, they get $ 10 toward their first purchase.

3. The referring customer then gets $ 10 for each new customer.

I love the program, says David Simonsen, STP customer and Cheyenne resident. I referred my daughter in Iowa, and she has already made a purchase. I will be referring others, too.

For details about the program or to create a free account, visit http://stp.me/get10give10.

About Sierra Trading Post: Headquartered in Cheyenne, Wyo., Sierra Trading Post is a multichannel retailer known nationwide for offering Great Deals. Great Brands. Sierra Trading Post purchases brand name overstocks, closeouts and 2nds, and offers customers 35-70% savings every day. Founded in 1986, Sierra Trading Post is celebrating its 25th anniversary, and has saved customers more than $ 3.25 billion on outdoor gear, shoes, mens clothing, womens clothing, accessories and home furnishings. A top 100 Internet retailer in sales per Internet Retailer Magazine, Sierra Trading Post operates four outlet stores in Boise, Idaho; Reno, Nev.; Cheyenne and Cody, Wyo.; with customer service call centers in Cheyenne and Cody.

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The Detroit 2.0 movement took another step forward today as a group led by Quicken Loans Founder and Chairman Dan Gilbert announced that it has completed the acquisition of three additional properties in Downtown Detroit the historic Wright-Kay brownstone, as well as the Lane Bryant and the Arts League of Michigan Buildings.

The Wright-Kay Building, located at 1500 Woodward Avenue, at the corner of John R., was constructed in 1891. The six-story building is slated to offer street-level retail with offices or residential units on the floors above.

The second acquisition, the Lane Bryant Building, is located at 1520 Woodward Ave. Built in 1917, the building features nearly 45,000 square feet of space. Once renovated, it will house retail on the ground floor and office space on the floors above.

The last purchase, the Arts League of Michigan Building, is a six-story 43,000 square-foot structure built in 1915 and located at 1528 Woodward Avenue. It is expected that this building will offer a mix of retail and office space.

These three real estate purchases cap a year-long drive to acquire and renovate buildings in the heart of downtown Detroit.

Since the beginning of 2011, Gilberts real estate arm has purchased seven properties, with another building currently under contract expected to close by the end of the year. In addition, the group has purchased three parking structures and one parking lot. By the end of the year, Gilberts holdings will account for more than 1.8 million square feet of space and nearly 2,750 parking spaces in the heart of downtown Detroits growing technology district.

We are more committed than ever to creating an environment where more and more businesses and their employees will call Detroit their home. In fact, in 2012 we will put on a full-court-press to recruit many of the brightest and best businesses, as well as exciting start-up companies, to downtown, said Gilbert, also majority owner of the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Gilberts current real estate investments are managed by Bedrock Real Estate Services – a joint venture formed in late 2010.

Weve been able to both acquire and redevelop new properties at break-neck speed this year, opening the doors for many companies to move downtown in 2011, with an increasing number in the works for 2012, said Jim Ketai, Bedrocks managing director.

This year, Gilbert has invested in:

M@dison Theatre Building: Built in 1917, the M@dison Theatre Building had been vacant for years before its purchase in January 2011. Renovations were undertaken immediately on the five-story C. Howard Crane-designed building to transform the space into a hub of technology and innovation in Detroit. The redesigned M@dison Theatre Building also offers a state-of-the-art public meeting space and rooftop deck overlooking Grand Circus Park and the citys sports venues.

Chase Tower: Located in the heart of Detroits Central Business District, the Chase Tower is just steps from Campus Martius Park. Built in 1959, the 505,000 square-foot, 14-story building was acquired in April. Extensive renovations were made to the building, which became home to more than 1,500 Quicken Loans team members in October 2011.

First National Building: Snaking through an entire city block, the Albert Kahn-designed First National Building was acquired by Gilbert in August 2011. Built in 1922, the 800,000 square-foot building is currently undergoing significant improvements. The buildings anchor tenants include the law firm of Honigman, Miller, Schwartz and Cohn, as well as the United Way of Southeastern Michigan.

Dime Building: In August, Gilbert also purchased the Dime Building. Built in 1912 and designed by world famous architect Daniel Burnham, the building features more than 350,000 square feet of office space on 23 stories. The building underwent an extensive redevelopment in 2002 and is home to Ameriprise and several other companies.

Rock Ventures also has the building at 1550 Woodward under contract to purchase. The property, located just south of the Broderick Tower on Woodward, is 4,000 square feet and will be utilized for retail or commercial use.

Many companies have started to call Detroit home since 2010. These include:

M@dison Theatre Building:

? Skidmore Studio: A leading creative design firm occupying an entire floor

? Detroit Venture Partners (DVP): A venture capital firm specializing in funding early stage technology businesses

? Facility Matrix Group (FMG): The areas pre-eminent provider of office furniture

? Exxodus Pictures: A production company that recently completed its first feature film, Jinn

? Detroit Labs: A leader in the development of Android, iOS and web-based applications

? Doodle Home: An online interior design destination serving customers, designers and manufacturers of luxury home furnishings

? Are You a Human: The answer to frustrating CAPTCHA entries, Are You a Human uses fun games to verify the authenticity of people completing online forms

? OWN Point of Sale: A complete platform to run your business smarter and build brand loyalty

? GumShoe: A game where players compete against friends and a community of sleuths to solve mysteries, and earn awards, social cred and the occasional real life cache along the way

? FLUD: A news-reader application for iPad, iPhone, and Android devices that helps users save time by delivering content theyre most interested in

? hiredMYway : A company disrupting the traditional “job board” concept that provides an exceptionally better value and experience for both job seekers and employers

? UpTo: A new social platform focused on the future tense, allowing users to easily share calendar events

? Marxent Labs: Creator of ShopWith.It, a new app for social shoppers that makes it easy to take your Facebook friends shopping

? Ludlow Ventures: An angel and seed-stage capital firm investing in web and digital technologies

? Aria Ventures: A company specializing in developing and funding startup stage ventures

Dime Building:

????????? Rehmann: A company offering accounting, tax planning and financial consulting services

Chase Tower:

????????? Quicken Loans: The nations largest online mortgage lender

????????? In-House Realty: A real estate services company matching Quicken Loans clients with pre-screened agents in their community

First National Building:

????????? Tenant announcements planned for early 2012

Compuware Building:

????????? Quicken Loans: The nations largest online mortgage lender

????????? Fathead: The industry leader in authentic, life-like licensed sports and entertainment graphic products

????????? Quizzle: An innovative website that helps consumers get a better understanding of their credit and have a little fun doing it

????????? One Reverse Mortgage: The nations largest reverse-only mortgage provider

Several more companies are expected to announce their move to downtown Detroit in the coming months and throughout 2012.

About Rock Ventures LLC:

Rock Ventures LLC is an umbrella entity formed to provide operational coordination, guidance, and integration of Dan Gilberts portfolio of companies, investments and real estate.

About Quicken Loans Inc:

Quicken Loans Inc. is the nations largest online retail mortgage lender and among the five largest overall retail home lenders in the United States. The company closed a record $ 30 billion in retail home loan volume across all 50 states in 2011. Quicken Loans generates loan production from five web centers located in Detroit, Ohio and

Its not everyday that a store offers their collection of slippers for sale, but DinoDirect has decided to reward their loyal consumers by giving them the opportunity to buy their collections of winter slippers at greatly reduced prices.

To reward our beloved customers, weve decided to run this campaign to enhance your shopping experience. We have made a great effort to get a factory-direct price. You have to hurry up while the bargain is still available. Qualities are limited, when theyre gone, theyre gone. Get the now, the store manager Jack Lutz urged consumers to take up their slippers promotion while stocks last.

The store has a vast and adorable selection of women slippers which is up for sale during this promotional period. Every woman will definitely want to get their hands on a pair of the stores trendy slippers. The slippers are not only confident, but they allow women to confidently walk out to pick up their newspaper while wearing the trendy footwear.

The store has gone an extra mile and they are also offering their vast collections of shoes on sale. DinoDirect offers high quality shoes. womens shoes are popular this season, the store manager added. Several of the stores collections of footwear have been placed on clearance sale, while the rest of the shoes are up for the promotional sale with up to 70% discount off their retail price.

Men are not left out during this promotion, the store has also placed their collections of mens shoes on sale. Male consumers have the chance to buy sandals, slippers, boots, athletics, dress and casual footwear with great discount rates. Children are also represented during this promotion and the store has likewise placed their wide selections of childrens shoes on sale. Parents can stock up on formal and casual kids shoes in readiness for the New Year.

The online retailer understands that everyone needs shoes on a regular basis and that is why they have decided to reward their consumers with this befitting gift. The sale is also on time because most consumers are still searching for ideal Christmas gifts for their loved ones. The store has also placed all their products on sale with 69% off their retail prices. Apart from the store wide sale, consumers have the chance to buy their desired electronic products and novelty items in readiness for the festivities that are lined-up for this season. Shoppers will also get the chance to win a free trip to China by simply buying their desired products.

Related link:http://www.dinodirect.com/shopping-Home-Slippers-f-shoes/

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Evans plus size clothing is proving popular with plus size women in the USA since the award winning UK fashion retailer launched evansusa.com in October 2011. Millions of plus size ladies have been visiting the website from the comfort of their homes across America to view the most fashionable new styles of Evans Plus Size Clothing.

Shoppers are now able to find Evans plus size clothing in sizes 10-28 and lingerie in 34-46, cup sizes B to H, all at evansusa.com. There is no need to brave the Winter cold by going to a store or a shopping mall when plus size ladies can find every item of clothing they need to look good and feel good online. The new Winter range has been carefully though of to make sure there are outfits for all types of events from dinner parties to taking the dog for a walk.

Using an online ratings and reviews system, customers can rate their experiences of shopping at evansusa.com and some items have received five out of five stars. Shoppers can choose from tops and tunics, coats and jackets, dresses, shorts and trousers, jeans, swimwear, lingerie, shoes and accessories, all designed to flatter a plus size figure. The items have been modelled on real women to guarantee a fabulous fit. No matter whether a customer is an apple shape, a busty shape, a pear shape or has an hourglass silhouette, Evans has designed something to enhance their best assets.

The website has been designed so it is simple to navigate. To find a specific item of Evans plus size clothing, customers can scroll through the drop down menus in the top bar of evansusa.com. Categories are divided into tops and tunics, dresses, knitwear, jeans and denim, leggings and jeggings, coats and jackets and trousers. Each category is further divided into sizes and colour, making it really simple for shoppers to find whats on their shopping list.

If a woman is looking for plus size fashion for work, a holiday or wants sales items its simple to click in the apparel tab in the top bar and go through the relevant link in the drop down menu.

If a customer needs style advice or inspiration about new-in items they can sign up for the Evans newsletter and receive updates from Evans style advisors. All new subscribers are automatically entered into a grand prize draw with a chance to win a $ 1000 spending spree to spend on new season fashion at evansusa.com.

If a shopper needs inspiration about new products that may suit them, they can see what other ladies have bought by visiting the Evans Facebook page. Customers are invited to comment about their experiences of shopping at Evans and the Evans team post messages about whats popular that week. Most shoppers enjoy taking part in a conversation about style and fashion with other similar-minded women.

About Us:

Evans is a plus size ladies fashion retailer with over 330 evans stores around the UK and Ireland.

Shopping online is easy and can be done from the comfort of home, any time of day. There is a great range online exclusives available that cant be find in-store and international delivery to more than 100 countries.

Contact: Carina Sullivan, email: carina.sullivan(at)evans.co.uk

Visit: Evans Website: http://www.evans.co.uk

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/Evans

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A Plus Warehouse is pleased to announce the new section of Metal Lockers by Tennsco. Tennsco manufactures a high quality metal locker line that has a few significant differences from other manufacturers. First of all, Tennsco metal lockers are fabricated in Tennessee with skilled American labor. Be patriotic and get Tennsco Metal Lockers from A Plus Warehouse! Another feature is that these metal lockers are manufactured with legs OR without legs without significant additional costs. In fact, legless metal lockers are typically in stock for immediate delivery. According to Chris Carroll, The Presidents Circle Club award recipient for 2011 locker sales, Making legless lockers available as a standard really makes my customers buying decision much easier.

A Plus Warehouse provides Tennsco metal lockers of many different types. Of course the most popular offered are the single tier lockers, double and triple tier. A Plus Warehouse also offers the box lockers as bell as 15 and 16 person horse shoe lockers. The horse shoe locker is two stacks of 6 boxes high with 3 horizontal strip of 3 of 4 boxes and a coat rod underneath. Tennsco metal lockers are also available see through or vented as well.

A good reason to go with the see through metal locker would be for contraband checking. A student can have a secure locker, while the administration can look inside to make sure everything is in order. Of course A Plus Warehouse makes no observation or suggestion about applicable privacy laws. The vented metal lockers are especially good for gymnasiums. Ventilation is great, especially when there are users that neglect to clean out their lockers on a daily basis!

A Plus Warehouse is able to ship metal lockers promptly, and has sales people available to answer any locker question. A Plus Warehouse sales people are consummate professionals, and customers get all the attention necessary in the order and quotation process.

When customers want metal lockers, they want them right away. For this reason, a broad cross section of metal lockers is made available for immediate shipment. This particular press release has a Tennsco focus , but A Plus Warehouse is privileged to sell other locker lines as well. Some of the other lines provided at A Plus Warehouse are Hallowell List, Edsal, Penco, Republic, Lyon Work Space, ASI, Pucel Enterprises and Parent Metal. This should be considered a representative yet not an exhaustive list of metal locker manufacturers whose products A Plus Warehouse sells.

A few words about A Plus Warehouse:

A Plus Warehouse is a nationwide distributor of metal lockers providing quality lockers coast to coast for over 15 years.

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New Balance has hired Upshot as their retail creative agency with responsibility for out-of-store and in-store communications for the network of New Balance licensed stores in the U.S./North America, as well as in-store creative for New Balances wholesale customers.

Our purpose as an agency is to inspire action,” said Brian Kristofek, President & CEO of Upshot, “New Balance allows us to stretch that purpose beyond marketing to promoting active lifestyles. Were confident we can continue and build on their growth momentum by inspiring consumers through our work.

The Upshot team has a strong commitment to consumer engagement both inside and outside retail environments, making them a perfect fit to partner with New Balance, said Kevin Tripp, New Balance Senior Manager of Channel Marketing. Were looking forward to working with them to take our retail marketing to the next level.

All 157 licensed New Balance stores in North America are independently owned and operated.

About Upshot

Upshot (upshot.net) is an independent Chicago-based marketing agency that inspires people to take action with a focus on consumer, shopper and business-to-business marketing. Clients include Procter & Gamble, Crown Imports, Hilton Worldwide, SUBWAY? Restaurants, New Balance and Kraft Foods to name a few.

About New Balance

New Balance, headquartered in Boston, MA has the following mission: Demonstrating responsible leadership, we build global brands that athletes are proud to wear, associates are proud to create and communities are proud to host. New Balance is currently the only athletic shoe company that manufactures footwear in the U.S. with 25% of our U.S. footwear shipments produced at five New England facilities. The company also operates a manufacturing facility in Flimby, U.K. New Balance employs more than 4000 associates around the globe, and in 2010 reported worldwide sales of $ 1.78 billion. For more information, please visit http://www.newbalance.com.

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Jamestown provides temporary, vanilla-shelled space, for pop-up and other short-term tenants as part of its philosophy of creating opportunities for tenants with unique and time-sensitive requirements. The finished storefronts include new drywall and paint, as well as restrooms and utilities, to allow for immediate occupancy. Earlier this year, Jamestown leased 15,535 square feet of pop-up space at Alameda South Shore Center to Spirit Halloween for its holiday store. Spirit helped attract significant additional traffic to the property during the Halloween season, benefitting the centers entire retail community.

We take an innovative approach to marketing, offering flexible lease opportunities and turn-key spaces to accommodate tenants’ varying and seasonal needs, said Senior Vice President Julie Taylor of Cornish & Carey Commercial Newmark Knight Frank, the exclusive leasing agent for Alameda South Shore Center.

Daisos mission is to help customers find surprises and fun in a way that is unrivalled. With 3,200 stores worldwide, the retailer offers colorful, primarily in-house-branded merchandise with eye-catching designs. The high-quality products, including useful and popular items such as dishes, kitchenware and household goods, are recognized not only in Japan, but around the globe. Daisos low prices are made possible by their large network of stores.

South Shore is a very nice shopping mall. So we decided to try with a smaller location first. If we see people like our store, we will stay long-term and move into a bigger location in the mall, Daiso Californias Senior Vice President Yoshihide Murata told the Patch.

Most of the items Daiso carries cost $ 1.50, although the store is offering Christmas items at the special price of $ 1. Daiso at Alameda South Shore Center is open from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., seven days a week. Sales are cash only.

Connect with Us to Find Out More

For more information on holiday activities and hours, including additions, updates, and tenant promotions and giveaways, please visit AlamedaSouthShoreCenter.com or call 510-521-8100.

Jamestown

Founded in 1983 with headquarters in Atlanta, Ga. and Cologne, Germany and offices in New York City, San Francisco, Ca. and Washington, D.C., Jamestown is a leader in acquisitions and value added management. Over 28 years, Jamestown has generated approximately $ 8 billion in strategic investments. The company is focused across the risk spectrum with core, core-plus and opportunistic funds in two primary markets: 24-hour cities and Sunbelt territories with strong demographic growth. For more information, visit http://www.jamestownproperties.com.

Alameda South Shore Center

Alameda South Shore Center is an established, 594,000-square-foot open-air outdoor mall located in the Bay Area community of Alameda, Calif. The only major shopping mall on the 23-square-mile island, the recently renovated property is home to a variety of national retail stores and restaurants, including Kohls, Safeway, Trader Joes, TJ Maxx, Starbucks, Ross, Old Navy, Petco, Payless Shoe Source, Bed Bath & Beyond, Sushi House, Applebees, Lens Crafters and The Childrens Place. The center has maintained its prominence as a thriving retail destination for more than 50 years. For more information, visit http://www.alamedasouthshorecenter.com.

Alameda

The City of Alameda is located on a 23-square-mile island adjacent to Oakland in the San Francisco Bay Area. The community, home to the 270-acre Harbor Bay Business Park, Alameda College, 205-acre mixed use development Marina Village, is linked to nearby Oakland via three bridges and a tunnel system, and is served by bus and ferry lines for public transportation. Famous for its tree-lined streets and Victorian homes, Alameda was named one of the 100 Best Communities for Young People by Americas Promise Alliance in 2010. For more information on Alameda, visit http://www.cityofalamedaca.gov.

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Wedding dress designer Allure is one of House of Brides most popular bridal collections. The retailer first premiered the collections with the Spring 2010 season and received an immediate response from their brides. Renowned for its exceptional quality and craftsmanship, the collection has been in demand at the 6 bridal salons. Allures appeal is the wide selection of silhouettes and styles.

The designer offers many lines to attract an array of brides. Allure Bridals is known for its patented corset construction providing brides with the ideal fit. In addition to the excellent tailoring, Allure Bridals is rich with Swarovski crystals and other decadent design. Allure Couture is a collection with modern flare. The line uses luxurious fabrics and finishes. The Exclusive Bridals collection combines classic designs with affordable pricing. Allure Women offers fashionable designs for plus size brides. Far & Away has versatile wedding gowns ideal for Destination weddings. Allure Modest is a collection of gowns that have intricate details in conservative silhouettes.

Allure also has Allure Bridesmaids, which offers a variety of designs for every wedding party. The line has an extensive selection of over 50 colors in Satin and Chiffon. Allure Quinceanera has traditional and contemporary ball gowns for Quince celebrations. Evenings by Allure offers a wide selection of versatile special occasion gowns. Allure Footwear is the bridal shoe line and Night Moves Footwear features youthful shoes especially for Prom and homecomings.

Buyers attending the National Bridal Market in Chicago this past September raved about the new Spring 2012 Allure fashion and anticipates the new samples will generate excitement with customers. President Eva Buziecki says, This seasons dresses have an emphasis on statement details like extravagant ball gowns and jewel embellishment.

The collections are available for special order, which is approximately 12 16 weeks for delivery from the designer to House of Brides. Allure gowns are available in sizes 2 32 and Allure Women sizes 14W 32W.

The Allure collections are viewable now at houseofbrides.com and samples are due to start arriving later this month at all 6 House of Brides salons.

House of Brides staff is also excited for the arrival of the new samples. The staff has also previewed the gowns and they know their customers will be drawn to the gown styles and silhouettes.

House of Brides is open 7 days a week and has 6 bridal salons in the Chicagoland area. The locations are in Chicago, Glen Ellyn, Oak Lawn, Aurora, Orland Park and Schaumburg, the Worlds Largest Wedding Store. Appointments are suggested. Contact House of Brides for more details.

About House of Brides:

House of Brides established its first brick-and-mortar store in 1929 and has since grown to 10 Chicagoland stores and global E-Commerce website, http://www.houseofbrides.com. Millions of Brides and their wedding parties visit our salons and global website for over 30,000 wedding and special event products.

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Bottega Veneta is proud to announce the launch of bottegaveneta.cn, a website wholly dedicated to showcasing the Bottega Veneta brand to and for the Chinese customer. The Chinese-language website is designed to immerse the customer in the unsurpassed luxury and visual refinement for which the brand is known while offering a host of features designed exclusively for the Chinese market. In overall design, the site reflects the exacting standards of craftsmanship and functionality that Creative Director Tomas Maier brings to every Bottega Veneta product. In execution, it provides the customer with an experience that is engaging, sophisticated, and luxurious, an effect that parallels the experience of visiting a Bottega Veneta store.

While Bottega Veneta has received a very positive response in China, our aim to engage as fully as possible, in as many ways as possible, with our current and future customers, is the same for China as it is everywhere, says Marco Bizzarri, President and CEO of Bottega Veneta. As the brand becomes more visible, consumers understanding and appreciation toward the brand also grows. The launch of bottegaveneta.cn is the realization of an important goal, in that we are now able to engage with the Chinese consumer in a new and direct way, sharing our story and our products in an environment that reflects Bottega Venetas brand values. Our intention in developing the site was not just to offer information about the brand in Chinese but to build a complete environment that welcomes and engages the luxury customer in China. We look forward to increasing awareness of Bottega Veneta across all of China, and to interacting with our Chinese customers in ways that inspire them to shop with us.

Upon entering the site, the first thing a customer notices is the refined sophistication of the environment and the extraordinary beauty of the products. Clean, elegant layouts offer vivid, full-screen views of the merchandise. Bottega Venetas catalog, a beautifully designed expression of the collection each season, comes to life with a host of interactive features, including fashion show runway images with video capability. A customer can browse by product category and by curated theme, as he or she might in a store. Exclusive online content leads the viewer deeper into the world of the brand, as in a series of videos about the making of Bottega Veneta products entitled Hand of the Artisan. Bottega Venetas acclaimed The Art of Collaboration videos, chronicling Tomas Maiers work with prestigious art photographers who create the brands advertising campaigns each season, is also available. Videos, photos, and text stories frame each product in ways that allow the customer to explore it in multiple dimensions in one place.

Embedded within bottegaveneta.cn are tools designed to enhance the online experience for the Chinese customer. Viewers will be able to share images and video to Sina Mini Blog or via email. A wishlist function on the site makes it easy to save favorite items, and that wishlist can be shared with friends and family via Sina Mini Blog or email. When the viewer wants to shop, a store locator function helps find the store that is most convenient in terms of their proximity, additionally offering the option to email the store directly, further enhancing the experience and relationship between customers and their Bottega Veneta customer service representatives.

Im excited and proud to be launching the Bottega Veneta China website, says Bottega Veneta Creative Director Tomas Maier. The site reflects our commitment to and respect for our Chinese customers, and furthers our goal of showcasing the brand to any and all who wish to learn more about Bottega Veneta. We have a wonderful relationship with our customers in China, and this new website allows us to further engage with them in an online environment that is a true reflection of the brand.

About Bottega Veneta

Discretion, quality, and craftsmanship Bottega Veneta has created a new standard of luxury since its founding in Vicenza in 1966. Steeped in the traditions of Italys master leather craftsmen and long celebrated for its extraordinary leather goods, Bottega Veneta has recently emerged as one of the worlds premier luxury brands. The companys famous motto, When your own initials are enough, expresses a philosophy of individuality and confidence that now applies to a range of products including womens and mens ready-to-wear, fine jewelry, furniture, and more.

While Bottega Veneta continues to grow, the qualities that define it are unchanging: outstanding craftsmanship, innovative design, contemporary functionality, and the highest quality materials. Also constant is Bottega Venetas commitment to its ateliers, where artisans of remarkable skill combine traditional mastery with breathtaking innovation. Indeed, there is an unusual and inspired collaboration between artisan and designer at the heart of Bottega Venetas approach to luxury, symbolized by the houses signature intrecciato woven leather. In the summer of 2006, in recognition of the importance of artisanal craftsmanship and the fragility of this traditional way of life, Bottega Veneta opened a school to train and support future generations of leather artisans.

The most recent chapter in Bottega Venetas history began in February 2001, when the company was acquired by PPR Luxury Group, formerly known as Gucci Group. Creative Director Tomas Maier came on board in June of that year and presented his first collection, Spring-Summer 2002, to immediate critical acclaim. From the start, the houses sensibility was refined, sensuous, and intensely personal, designed for a customer who is sophisticated and self-assured. In the years since, Bottega Veneta has introduced exciting additions to the collection, including fine jewelry, a watch, furniture, and home accessories, while continuing to offer an exclusive and coveted assortment of ready-to-wear, handbags, shoes, small leather goods, eyewear, luggage, and gifts.

Distribution of Bottega Veneta products is global, encompassing Europe, Australia, Asia, North and South America, where wholesale distribution in select specialty and department stores is complemented by a growing number of Bottega Veneta-owned boutiques. These boutiques, designed by Tomas Maier and meticulously constructed to Bottega Venetas exacting standards, allow the customer to shop in complete luxury, privacy, and comfort. They are, like the products they showcase, a reflection of Bottega Venetas exceptional heritage and superlative quality.

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In an innovative new collaboration, Roots Canada and two leading Toronto-based organizations are raising funds to provide education for youth in Africa. On Thursday, December 8, Roots Canada will begin selling specially designed T-shirts to support the official launch of the This Shirt Built a School in Africa initiative. In a three-way partnership involving Roots, the Michael Pinball Clemons Foundation (MPCF) and the Academy of Lions, the project focuses on raising funds to support the building of schools in Sierra Leone and Kenya, providing marginalized youth with much-needed educational opportunities.

Dubbing the day of the launch as Build A School Day, the aim is to sell at least 500 shirts on the first day, the proceeds of which represent the amount needed to build one school. To help achieve this goal, Toronto Argonauts Vice-Chair and MPCF Co-Founder Michael Pinball Clemons has enlisted the involvement of media and sports organizations and plans to have various prominent figures wear This Shirt in public in support of the cause.

The commitment to build schools in Africa is only possible through the bounty of great, caring, compassionate Canadians, says Pinball. We hope many people will wear This Shirt because it can help change lives forever in such a positive way. We owe special thanks to community builder and visionary of This Shirt The Academy of Lions and to our friend and champion, the incomparable Bob McCown of Fan 590 Radio, for using his platform to ultimately give birth to This Shirt.

Supporters are asked to direct all social media activities toward the project by changing their Facebook profile pictures to the image of This Shirt, and using the #ThisShirtBuildASchool hashtag on Twitter.

To track the initiatives progress, ThisShirt.com will be updated regularly to provide information on where schools are being built, and how many have been constructed to date.

Retailing at $ 29.95 each, the 100% cotton T-shirts are designed by The Academy of Lions and made in Canada. They will be available in both men and womens styles, and are offered in black with the project name printed in large white lettering. The shirts can be purchased online at roots.com with free shipping across Canada and the United States and at select Roots locations in Toronto, Vancouver and Ottawa. All net proceeds will be donated to the MPCF.

The MPCF has committed to building 131 schools in seven countries in Africa through Free The Childrens Adopt A Village program for which it has raised two-thirds of the funding. Proceeds from This Shirt Built A School in Africa will go toward creating schools specifically in Sierra Leone and Kenya.

About MPCF

The mission of the Michael Pinball Clemons Foundation is to inspire hope through philanthropy and to empower the disengaged while being a conduit for accountability. The MPCF aims to develop academic excellence, infuse depth of character, promote health and vitality, and inspire generosity in our youth.

The MPCF believes that character is the foundation of good citizenship, education is the catalyst of success and progress, and health is the foundation of vitality.

About The Academy of Lions

As a collective of organizations and projects, The Academy of Lions builds functional communities locally and beyond. Located in downtown Toronto, the academy provides a diversity of services such as athletics, health, fitness and nutrition. The non-profit division, called the Academy of Lions Foundation, offers health, lifestyle and entrepreneurial skills to urban, at-risk and homeless youth. Ultimately, the Academy of Lions aims to “help youth help themselves to help others.”

About Roots

Established in Toronto in 1973, Roots has evolved into an internationally celebrated lifestyle brand known for its quality leather goods, athletic apparel, accessories and home furnishings. From a small store selling a single product (Roots negative-heel shoe), Roots now has 125 stores in Canada and the United States and more than 45 stores in Asia. A privately held company, Roots has state-of-the-art manufacturing and design facilities in Toronto.

For more information, please contact:

Jennifer Branco

Executive Director

Michael ‘Pinball’ Clemons Foundation

Tel: 416-735-4040

jennifer(at)mpcf(dot)ca

http://www.mpcf.ca

Dhani Oaks

Director

Academy of Lions/The Shirt Project

Tel: 416-557-2997

dhani(at)academyoflions(dot)com

http://www.academyoflions/thisshirt

Robert Sarner

Director of Communication and Public Affairs

Roots Canada

Tel: 416.781.3574, ext. 4280

rsarner(at)roots(dot)com

http://www.roots.com

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Tequila has been part of the surf culture since the beginning, explained surf legend Sunny Garcia, and I am stoked to be part of the Azu?ia Tequila family. Garcia first met Azu?ia owner Jim Riley at a LOORRS short course race at Glen Helen Raceway in San Bernardino, CA. The two hit it off immediately, so it is no surprise that Sunny Garcia is the newest brand ambassador for Azu?ia Tequila. Sunny represents the Azu?ia lifestyle perfectly, Riley noted. He is a world class surfer, world traveler, and connoisseur of fine food and drink. We welcome him to the Azu?ia family.

San Clemente-based Azu?ia Tequila is available in Platinum, Resposado, and Anejo. All Azu?ia Tequila starts with only perfectly aged Weber Blue Agave, which grows for 8 to 10 years in our sun-drenched fields surrounding the small Mexican town of Amatitan. The fertile volcanic soil of this territory was naturally deposited over 200,000 years ago by the once active Tequila Volcano.

Sunny Garcia holds six Triple Crown of Surfing titles and has more World Qualification Series wins than anyone in history. He enjoys the dirt as much as the ocean and first raced short course in a Super Lite last season. Riley is an off-road racer as well, piloting the first V8-powered Trophy Lite truck to success in SCORE International and Best In The Desert races. Sunny already came up with his own version of the margarita called the Island Margarita that we will be releasing shortly, Riley revealed. For more drink recipes visit Azu?ia Tequila online at http://www.AzuniaTequila.com or facebook.com/AzuniaTequila.

About Intersect Beverage

Intersect Beverage, located in San Clemente, CA, imports premium tequilas. Executives, Jim Riley and Alex Baca, have more than twenty years experience in the spirits industry. Intersect Beverage is committed to delivering the highest quality brands and products to every client, employing the best management and sales team in the industry involving each individual in the success of the company and its partners. Dedicated to redefining the spirits industry, having fun while delivering only the finest quality products to the market.

Intersect Beverages products include:

Azu?ia Tequila (ultra-premium tequila) produced from the finest quality hand-selected 100% Weber blue agave plants, grown and harvested by one of the oldest and most experienced growers in the Jalisco Region of Mexico. Azu?ias Tequila portfolio includes: Platinum Blanco (perfect choice for a refreshing Azu?ia margarita), Reposado (an authentic pleasure with a touch of smokiness) and A?ejo (the most sophisticated with hints of vanilla and nuts). Azu?ia Tequila is currently distributed in California, Texas, Florida, New York and 36 other states.

Regional Tequila (authentic premium tequila) produced from 100% Weber Blue Agave and double distilled. Regionals portfolio includes: Regional Blanco, Reposado and A?ejo.

Each brand delivering a distinct flavor for all to enjoy!

To learn more about Azu?ia Ultra-Premium Tequilas and to download a list of Azu?ia Tequila cocktails visit http://www.azuniatequila.com.

http://www.facebook.com/AzuniaTequila or Twitter: @azuniajim

Please Drink Responsibly

About Mad Media:

Mad Media is San Diego based marketing and creative agency offering professional print, web, and film production. They specialize in producing culturally relevant brand messaging using professional athletes, musicians, and artists. Mad Media focuses on sports and cultures that they are passionate about, including skateboarding, surfing, snowboarding, motocross, FMX, BMX, off-road racing, rally racing, Hip-Hop, Punk Rock and Mixed Martial Arts. Mad Media has produced over twenty major commercial and viral film projects this year for clients such as Subaru of America, DC Shoes, Monster Energy Drink, and Harley-Davidson. Mad Media has been executing immersive marketing campaigns since 1996.

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Reston Limousine and Travel Service, Inc. professional driver Robert Erby was recently named Chauffeur of the Year during the limousine and chauffeured ground transportation industry’s premier international event, the annual Limo Digest Show. Erby was selected for his professionalism and safety practices to the trade and presented the prestigious honor during the achievement awards gala at the Nov. 69 livery conference in Atlantic City, NJ.

A five-year employee of Reston Limousine, Erby has received numerous internal awards from his employer as well as being the recipient of many accolades from its clients for his outstanding service. Reston Limousine staffers say Erby’s value to the company extends far beyond his driving skills, neat appearance, and polite manners to the diverse clientele served by the metropolitan Washington’s largest limousine and shuttle bus company.

Reston Limousine President and CEO Kristina Bouweiri praised Erby’s enthusiasm for his duties and noted that he so well represents our company’s core values of customer service, safety, integrity, diversity, and being employee-centered.

Being a chauffeur in a large transportation company such as Reston Limousine demands attention to detail, flexibility, and a calm and helpful manner, as new challenges arise frequently, noted General Manger Tony Simon. Robert’s smile and positive demeanor have never failed to convert a routine trip into a customer service experience that always puts our clients at ease and creates a memorable experience, said Simon.

The success of Reston Limousine is not only due to our management, but is also based heavily on the loyalty and hard work of our qualified staff of individuals such as Robert Erby, who literally keep our company safely moving forward, said Bouweiri. Founded in 1990, Reston Limousine constantly strives toward enhancement of its service quality, as well as being recognized for its innovative ways to grow its customer base and portfolio of services. The company’s revenues have increased ($ 16.5m in 2010), more than doubling since 2003, and for the fourth consecutive year Reston Limousine was named to Inc. Magazine’s 500/5000 ranking for revenue growth.

About Reston Limousine:

Reston Limousine is the Washington, DC metropolitan area’s largest limousine/shuttle service and premier transportation provider. The award-winning company is nationally ranked in operational size, and among the top 10 largest shuttle bus fleets. With 250 employees and a 145-vehicle fleet, including buses, vans, limousines, and sedans, Reston Limousine serves the metropolitan area from headquarters in the Dulles corridor and a satellite location in Capitol Heights, MD. In addition to its government shuttle transportation services, Reston Limousine is well known locally for innovative wine country tours, wedding, social, and VIP transportation. For additional information contact Reston Limousine at 703-478-0500 or visit http://www.restonlimo.com.

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Customers looking for an iPhone solar charger that provides both instant usage and charging have increased their demand for the sCharger-5 and Suntactics (http://www.suntactics.com) is now making it available on Buy.com (http://www.buy.com) , The Internet Superstore and leading online retailer. The growing Buy.com Marketplace features an array of specialty third-party retailers and unique product selections to meet growing customer demand. Consumer interest in online shopping is increasing tremendously and Buy.com is truly a one-stop online destination for everything consumers are looking to buy this holiday season.

Customers who own USB-chargeable device including, iPad, iPod, iPhone, Droid, Blackberry, Palm, GPSs, eReaders, and all portable gaming devices require a powerful solar charger like the sCharger-5 to provide both instant usage and charging. It charges most all devices as quickly as a wall charger does. The sCharger-5 runs dead devices while charging at the same time from just the sun. The ability to charge devices so quickly while remaining operational comes from the sCharger-5s compact, high efficiency, solar array. It meets Today’s and Future needs for more powerful devices and device applications.

The sCharger-5 also features an efficient circuit design that helps continuously maximize the available solar energy from the sun for solar charging. It can operate efficiently under non-ideal sun exposure conditions.

The sCharger-5 does not include any on board batteries that interrupt the continued use of a remote device. It needs no special adapters because it directly charges devices using the supplied USB charge cord that is included with the device. It is reliable and durable, water and weather resistant and has a sleek compact folding design, lightweight and fits in CD wallets.

Customers have told us they value the powerful sCharger-5 durability, ease of use and compact size as well as its ability to remain operational under a wide variety of remote conditions, designed for long-term value and not obsolesce.

About Suntactics

Suntactics focuses on portable solar and off grid solar energy products. Their current product is a unique 5-watt handheld solar charger called the sCharger-5. This compact high power and durable solar power supply is being used by customers for a wide range of portable devices. Its simplicity in design makes it hassle-free and easy to use, just plug in your device and it starts charging instantly. The units are manufactured locally at Fastrak, a veteran owned contract manufacturer. Suntactics is located in San Jose,

About Buy.com

With more than 18 million customers, Buy.com is a leading retail marketplace, focused on providing its customers with a great shopping experience and a broad selection of retail goods at everyday low prices. Buy.com offers millions of products in a range of categories, including consumer electronics, computer hardware and software, cell phones, books, music, DVDs, games, toys, bags, fragrance, home and outdoor, baby, jewelry, shoes, apparel and sporting goods. Founded in June 1997, Buy.com is headquartered in Aliso Viejo, Calif. Buy.com is owned by Rakuten, Japan’s leading Internet Company. Together, Rakuten and Buy.com represent one of the world’s largest online retail marketplaces, offering consumers more than 70 million products from nearly 35,000 merchants around the globe.

For more information visit:

http://www.suntactics.com

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Move Dancewear are proud to introduce a brand new and exciting feature to help visitors in your online shopping this month: 360 degree shoe views.

Moves fantastic range of Capezio shoes have been further enhanced for visitors looking to explore the products a little more with the introduction of the 360 degree view. Users can rotate the shoe to see it from every angle to ensure it is the one they want, giving buyers the full picture.

Move Dancewear are also pleased to reveal an increased range of quality and great value Mirella leotards on the online dancewear suppliers site.

Mirella have released a gorgeous and quality collection of adult and childrens leotards for Autumn 2011. This range includes adult performance leotards, cute kids sets, fantastic tutus and also the most stylish of warm ups, all of which should ensure any dance lovers looking for Christmas presents at the start of December have the perfect gifts for their loved ones.

Dont leave that Christmas shopping till the last minute this year our recommended order dates for Christmas deliver are:

UK Standard Delivery – 15 Dec 2011

UK Special Next Day – 21 Dec 2011

DE, FR, IT, CH, AT, ES and Western Europe Standard Delivery – 7 Dec 2011

DE & FR Premium Delivery – 15 Dec 2011

Rest of World – 5 Dec 2011

Move Dancewear is the UKs leading dancewear store, with fantastic ranges of dancewear, dance shoes and other dance supplies. They offer delivery across the country and Europe, and now offer delivery to the US also. Head over to http://www.movedancewear.com to find out a little more.

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Evolven (http://www.evolven.com) today announced that the companys change and configuration monitoring solution was recognized in a new Enterprise Management Associates (EMA) report, calling the application the industrys most adaptive change management analytics.

In this report, EMA senior analysts, Dennis Drogseth (Vice President) and Charlie Betz (Research Director) explore why it has never been more challenging to effectively cope with the impact of change and configuration issues, and how IT operation managers can handle it effectively.

The report recognizes that today change and complexity are creating major challenges for many IT organizations. The frequency with which configuration updates are made across complex, interconnected infrastructures is increasing wildly. Moreso, with the advent of cloud and virtualization, managing changing infrastructures in support of critical applications demands huge advances in real-time currency, a flexible IT change management control, more dependency on automation, and above all a cross-domain outlook.

“Evolven’s approach to solving this problem by centralizing data across multiple customers and using analytics to help guide users on “what matters” is truly innovative,” the report declares.

The report, entitled Evolven Introduces SaaS Capability for Industry’s most Adaptive Change Management Analytics, focuses on Evolvens unique qualities over other enterprise vendors, stating: ” none appear to have delivered as distinctive and adaptive a footprint in this arena as Evolven.

“We are very excited to be recognized as a leading innovator for addressing todays IT change management and configuration management challenges, says Sasha Gilenson, CEO of Evolven, The Evolven Change Monitoring solution redefines the Change and Configuration Management space with near real-time feedback, cross-domain insights, and granular detail that leverage powerful analytics, to deliver actionable information. With Evolven, we enhance the stability and IT performance, providing immediate insight into changes.

Evolven was interviewed for this report.

The report is available for download for free from the Evolven website.

http://www.evolven.com/download-ema-report-change-management-analytics.html

About the Authors

Dennis Drogseth is VP at EMA, and brings over thirty years of experience in various aspects of marketing and business planning for service management solutions. He has leadership expertise in Business Service Management (BSM), CMDB Systems, automation systems and service-centric financial optimization. Dennis also works across practice areas to promote dialogs across critical areas of technology and market interdependencies. Dennis has pioneered research in converging management strategies such as performance/availability and integrated security.

Charlie Betz is Research Director at EMA, and has eighteen years of IT experience spanning IT support, network administration, IT consulting, technical architecture, software engineering, data management, application management, enterprise architecture, and IT portfolio management. He is author of Architecture and Patterns for IT: Service Management, Resource Planning, and Governance (Making Shoes for the Cobbler’s Children).

About EMA

Enterprise Management Associates (EMA) is a leading industry analyst and consulting firm that specializes in going beyond the surface to provide deep insight across the full spectrum of IT and data management technologies. We deliver research, analysis, and consulting services to two key client groups: Enterprise IT Professionals and IT and Data Management Vendors.

About Evolven

Evolven redefines change and configuration management with its groundbreaking Change and Configuration Monitoring solution. Evolvens software-as-a-service solution enables companies to dramatically increase the stability of their IT environments, reduce the risk of production outages, lower operating costs, and cut environment incident investigation time and effort.

Evolven is a privately held, venture backed company headquartered in the U.S., with presence in the US, Europe and the Middle East and a development center in Israel. Evolven’s executive team and advisory board include world-renowned experts from the world of IT management and enterprise software.

Evolven’s investors are leading venture capital firms Pitango Venture Capital (http://www.pitango.com) and Index Ventures (http://www.indexventures.com).

Learn more about Evolven at http://www.evolven.com

See the Evolven media kit for company highlights, background, and downloads.

Media Contact

For additional information, please contact:

Martin Perlin, Evolven, martin(at)evolven(dot)com

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Jamestown, a leading national real estate acquisition and management firm and owner of Alameda South Shore Center, is pleased to announce a full menu of holiday events, beginning on Black Friday, November 25 and continuing through the season. Alameda Mayor Marie Gilmore will be on hand to officially greet Santa upon his arrival, and kick off the biggest shopping day of the year at the Bay Area’s finest outdoor mall.

“We appreciate the energy and commitment that Jamestown brings to Alameda South Shore Center and our community, and it will give me great pleasure to represent the City of Alameda at the Black Friday celebration,” said Mayor Gilmore. “I look forward to greeting Santa, sharing in the excitement of his arrival with the many children attending the festivities and, hopefully, doing a little shopping!”

We look forward to welcoming Mayor Gilmore and the entire community November 25th, and to hosting a joyful celebration of the holidays, said Michael Phillips, managing director for Jamestown. Were particularly excited about the Santa House, which has been transformed into a festive winter wonderland for kids and their families to enjoy throughout the holiday season.

Designed to entertain and inspire every member of the family, Black Friday festivities feature classic holiday music, dance performances, tree trimming and lighting, and more.

Schedule of Events:

One highlight is the preview of Alameda Civic Ballets perennial holiday favorite, The Nutcracker.

“We are delighted to be performing excerpts of this classic at Alameda South Shore Center, a co-sponsor of The Nutcracker, for what we know will be an appreciative and enthusiastic audience, said Artistic Director Abra Rudisill.

Alameda South Shore Center Holiday Kick-Off Schedule of Events

Black Friday, November 25, 2011

11:00am????Santas procession along Park Street

11:15am????Santa and friends arrive at the Santa House and are greeted by Mayor Gilmore; photos with Santa officially begin

11:30am????Tree Trimming by Otis Elementary School Students

6pm ????????Tree Lighting Countdown with Alameda Vice Mayor Rob Bonta

Onsite performances include:

11:15am???? Alameda Church Carolers

12pm????????Oakland Youth Choir

122:30pm????Mr.Shap, Balloon Artist

12:30-1pm????Alameda Civic Ballets Nutcracker Preview

1-3pm????????Merrie Olde Carolers

3-3:30pm ????Main Island Trio

3-7pm????????Al Marshall Trio

4:30-5pm ????Main Island Trio

Revel in the Magic of the Santa House this Season

The fun continues beyond Black Friday through Dec 24. Everyone is invited to enjoy the Winter Wonderland and enchanting Santa House, featuring life-sized confections, twinkling lights, snow scenes and other festive trimmings up through Christmas Eve.

Children and their families can capture a special holiday memory by having their photos taken with Santa, and there are three opportunities to win free Santa photo packages. Also onsite at the Santa House is a student-staffed gift wrapping station with proceeds benefiting local organizations.

Were Open Longer During the Holidays

To make the holiday shopping season a bit more relaxed, Alameda South Shore Center is pleased to offer extended hours, plus free and plentiful parking.

Connect with Us to Find Out More

For more information on holiday activities and hours, including additions, updates, and tenant promotions and giveaways, please visit AlamedaSouthShoreCenter.com or call 510-521-8100.

Jamestown

Founded in 1983 with headquarters in Atlanta, Ga. and Cologne, Germany and offices in New York City, San Francisco, Ca. and Washington, D.C., Jamestown is a leader in acquisitions and value added management. Over 28 years, Jamestown has generated approximately $ 8 billion in strategic investments. The company is focused across the risk spectrum with core, core-plus and opportunistic funds in two primary markets: 24-hour cities and Sunbelt territories with strong demographic growth. For more information, visit http://www.jamestownproperties.com.

Alameda South Shore Center

Alameda South Shore Center is an established, 594,000-square-foot open-air outdoor mall located in the Bay Area community of Alameda, Calif. The only major shopping mall on the 23-square-mile island, the recently renovated property is home to a variety of national retail stores and restaurants, including Kohls, Safeway, Trader Joes, TJ Maxx, Starbucks, Ross, Old Navy, Petco, Payless Shoe Source, Bed Bath & Beyond, Sushi House, Applebees, Lens Crafters and The Childrens Place. The center has maintained its prominence as a thriving retail destination for more than 50 years. For more information, visit http://www.alamedasouthshorecenter.com.

Alameda

The City of Alameda is located on a 23-square-mile island adjacent to Oakland in the San Francisco Bay Area. The community, home to the 270-acre Harbor Bay Business Park, Alameda College, 205-acre mixed use development Marina Village, is linked to nearby Oakland via three bridges and a tunnel system, and is served by bus and ferry lines for public transportation. Famous for its tree-lined streets and Victorian homes, Alameda was named one of the 100 Best Communities for Young People by Americas Promise Alliance in 2010. For more information on Alameda, visit http://www.cityofalamedaca.gov.

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Just in time for the festive season, the Jessica Paster for JustFabulous holiday collection hit the virtual shelves on JustFab.com last week. Celebrity stylist, Jessica Pasters debut collection includes shoes and handbags in a variety of styles and colors to top off any outfit. Shoes range from stunning heels with jeweled accents to a shimmering gold flat and a show-stopping black over the knee boot that is perfect for New Years Eve celebrations. The collection also includes unique rhinestone-encrusted and hard-cased evening clutches.

Since joining JustFabulous as Chief Stylist in April 2011, this is Pasters first namesake collection with the brand. Her styling expertise and red carpet flair is reflected throughout the celeb-worthy assortment and is already at the forefront of Hollywood style. Celebrities such as Hilary Duff, Rebecca Romijn, Marcia Cross, Mia Maestro and Emily Blunt have been spotted wearing Jessica Paster for JustFabulous on the red carpet.

Im so excited to launch my first collection with JustFabulous, says Jessica Paster, Chief Stylist for the site, with the right combination of sparkle, velvet and satin, my line is perfect for the holiday season or for any woman who wants a little extra glamour in her life!

Available November 16th through January 2012, the capsule collection retails at $ 39.95 for JustFabulous members (Angelina thigh-high boot, $ 49.95).

About JustFabulous

JustFabulous (http://www.JustFab.com) is an online fashion styling service and lifestyle fashion brand that offers members a fun and engaging personalized shopping experience. Members of the fashion subscription service are given the celebrity treatment every month as they receive a customized selection of shoes and handbags, handpicked by personal stylists, along with the JustFabulous essentials including denim and sunglasses. Members have exclusive access to fashion tips and content, clickable style boards to shop complete outfits and the team of JustFabulous fashion consultants for expert advice. At mostly $ 39.95 an item, JustFabulous offers high-fashion looks off the runways at affordable prices and shipping is always free.

About Jessica Paster

Jessica Paster is considered one of the most versatile celebrity stylists in the business: she moves easily and enthusiastically between the film, commercial, advertising, and editorial worlds and has significant experience in each. This is due in part to her strong work ethic and positive energy in addition to her love for styling as a popular art form. Jessica understands that the boundaries that contain the fashion world are unfixed and always changing, and it excites her to no end that the possibilities are limitless. Jessica Paster is JustFabulous Chief Stylist.

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The great thing about Santa Claus is that he doesnt charge delivery on Christmas gifts, so leading sportswear retailer SportsDirect.com are getting into the festive spirit of things and giving their Facebook fans a chance to get their Christmas wish list delivered for free this year! And all you have to do is tell them what you want!

Whether its running shoes for mum, football boots for your brother or some new golf clubs for granddad; SportsDirect.com not only offer them at great prices, but if youre a fan of theirs on Facebook you can be in with a chance of winning free delivery- leaving your loved ones and your wallet happy come Christmas morning.

So how does it work? Simple; every day from the 17th November 2011 through to the 22nd December 2011 fans can tell SportsDirect.com whats on this years Christmas list via their official Facebook page. One lucky winner per day will receive free standard UK mainland delivery on their Christmas order! The competition runs up to the final delivery date for Christmas, making it ideal for those last minute shoppers too!

Whatever you want this Christmas, find it for less this year. Log onto http://www.sportsdirect.com today to choose what would look great wrapped up under the tree! Full terms and conditions for the competition are available on the official Facebook page. You can also keep up to date with the latest offers and sports news on Twitter!

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Originals By Weber introduces the world’s best non-electric NASA design insoles for use in work shoes with a new thin insulation material. This insulation was used by astronauts in space and is now available as business work shoe and boot foot warmer insoles for workers who must work in hot or cold locations here on earth. These non-electric temperature level control ultra thin insoles are less than 1/4 – inch thick and can be used as both shoe and boot liners. Feet are kept at a constant 72 degrees(F) at all times. Weber Toasty Feet Foot Warmer sizes for both men (M) and women (W), are available and are ready for immediate shipping from Weber in Toms River, New Jersey.

Weber announces the immediate availability of the world’s best non-electric NASA designed insoles with a new ultra thin insulation material. This insulation was used by astronauts in space and is now available as foot warmer insoles for people on earth. These non-electric temperature level control ultra thin insoles are less than 1/4 – inch thick and can be used as both shoe and boot liners. Feet are kept at a constant 72 degrees(F) at all times. Weber work shoe Foot Warmers are available in sizes for both men (M) and women (W), and are available for immediate shipping from Weber in Toms River, New Jersey.

Toms River, NJ — Originals by Weber, Terrance L. Weber, Toms River, NJ announces the immediately available Weber Toasty Feet Foot Warming Insoles with temperature level control insulation material originally developed by NASA for use in boots and space suits to give comfort, warmth and protection during astronauts’ walks in space.

These new insoles are designed for the general public to use at work or for dailey wear and will fit inside of most shoes and boots after being easily trimmed with scissors to the wearer’s shoe size. This very thin insulating material will maintain the wearer’s feet at approximately 72 degrees temperature at all times of the year, indoors and outdoors.

When working and standing on either hot or cold surfaces the insoles do not reflect the temperature of those surfaces, instead, this high-tech insulation material acts as a barrier and monitors and maintains the temperature so the wearer’s feet are never too cold nor too hot. This kind of constant temperature level control results in a level of foot comfort never before attained on earth.

When Weber was asked what kind of comments (feedback) he gets from his Weber Toasty Feet Foot Warming Insole customers he replied with these four quotes:

(1) ” Thank you. I have suffered for years from cold feet in winter, but now, thanks to your great insoles, my feet, even in tennis shoes, are always comfortably warm”

(2) “Wow! These really work!”

(3) ” I am amazed! Fabulous item, don’t hesitate to order!”

(4) “Ahwarmth at last!”

A pair of Weber Toasty Feet Foot Warming Insoles are priced at $ 25.00 plus $ 3.60 (First Class Mail) from Toms River, NJ. For more information or to order, write to: Originals By Weber, 338 Alabama Ave., Toms River, NJ 08753. To learn more about ways these new insole foot warmers can help people at work or play have feet that are always maintained at a comfortable temperature level and to see a Video about them visit: http://www.yrret.stirsite.com/page/page/3934760.htm there you can read and see all you need to know about the many benefits of this new kind of non-electric “space age” foot warming insoles and more.

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USAgain, a leader in the textile recycling industry, is proud to announce that 11-year-old Erek Hanson, who goes by Eco-Erek has collected 2,916 pairs of used shoes in his 2011 drive in partnership with USAgain.

Inspired by an article in National Geographic Kids, Eco-Erek, who lives in Ohio, began collecting denim for recycling in 2009. He has collected nearly 10,000 pairs of used jeans and other denim pieces to date. This year, Eco-Erek partnered with USAgain to expand his recycling mission and began collecting shoes in addition to denim.

USAgain compensated Eco-Erek for every pound of shoes he collected. Additionally USAgain donated $ 5 for every $ 1 Erek raised from the shoes through his collection program. The total funds, $ 685, will be donated by USAgain to a cause selected by Erek, Project Kaisei, a non-profit organization focused on increasing awareness of the scale of marine debris, its impact on the environment, and the solutions for prevention and clean-up.

Erek is such an inspiration, said Mattias Wallander, CEO of USAgain. His commitment to the environment is an example and an inspiration to us all. According to the EPA, 85% of discarded textiles end up in landfills. Ereks effort to divert these completely reusable and recyclable items from being trashed is commendable.

Eco-Erek collects denim and shoes through drives that he holds across the state of Ohio. All the denim he collects is donated to Cotton. From Blue to Green ? and manufactured into housing insulation that goes to communities that have been struck by natural disasters. Last month Eco-Erek received the Environmental Achievement Award from the Ohio Environmental Council at their annual Green Gala.

About USAgain

USAgain, a leader in the textile recycling industry, with corporate headquarters in Chicago, is a for-profit company that recycles and resells unwanted clothing and other textiles. In 2010 alone, the company collected 56 million pounds of discarded clothing. USAgain operates over 10,000 collection bins in fifteen states. Their mission is to provide consumers with a convenient and eco-friendly option to rid themselves of excess clothing, which are then diverted from landfills. For more information, visit http://www.usagain.com

About Eco-Erek

Eco Erek Hansen is an eleven year old recycling advocate. He loves to find new ways to keep useful items out of the landfill. An article he read in 2009 sparked his interest in recycling denim jeans and has led to collecting nearly 10,000 items of denim that have been kept out of the landfill. This translates into enough denim to insulate nearly 20 homes with UltraTouchTM Denim insulation. In 2011, he added shoes to his recycling mission and kept 3,000 pairs of shoes out of the landfill. By holding recycling drives, he hopes to spread awareness of the ability to recycle items that may otherwise just get thrown away. To follow Erek and his mission, visit http://www.ecoerek.org.

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Zappos.com, the online leader in clothing and shoes for men, women and kids, offers travel tips for the upcoming busy holiday travel season.

One of the best clothing items for winter travel is a vest. Offering warmth without the bulk of a winter coat, vests for men, women and kids are easy to remove for security screening and come in lots of styles and colors. Theres a vest for every member of the family, and their easy-off, easy-on nature makes vests a great alternative to a coat for kids. Paired with a scarf, a down vest offers plenty of warmth for the quick dash from car to airport and eliminates the hassle of keeping track of a winter coat.

The necessity of easily removed clothing doesnt just stop at outerwear. Easy, slip-on shoes make security screening smoother and faster. For women and girls, UGG boots are a popular and comfortable choice. Ballet flats are another fashionable choice that fit the bill. For men, a pair of loosely laced sneakers slides on and off easily.

One other travel essential is a versatile bag. Sturdy totes that have plenty of outside and inside pockets are an excellent choice. Pockets help eliminate travel snags such as the misplaced boarding pass and provide space for granola bars, water bottles and other necessities. The space under the average airplane seat is about 11 inches high, so look for a bag that can sit upright at 11 inches. Dont dismiss the humble backpack as a carry-on bag, either. Especially for long trips, even weight distribution spares shoulders and backs from unnecessary pain.

Find all the essentials to help holiday travel go smoothly from Zappos!

About Zappos.com

Established in 1999, Zappos.com, operated by Zappos Development, has quickly become the leading destination in online clothing and footwear sales by striving to provide shoppers with the best possible service and selection. The Zappos Family generates gross merchandise sales exceeding $ 1 billion annually. Zappos.com currently showcases millions of products from over 1000 clothing and shoe brands. Zappos.com, Inc. was recognized in 2009, 2010 and 2011 by FORTUNE MAGAZINE as one of the “100 BEST COMPANIES TO WORK FOR”. Zappos.com is also proud to be rated ELITE by STELLAService and was named a J.D. Power 2011 Customer Service Champion, one of only 40 companies so named in the U.S. More information about the customer service philosophy, unique culture, and job openings can be found at http://about.zappos.com.

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Health Enterprises, Inc announced today that the company has been awarded the prestigious American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA) Seal of Acceptance for its TheraTOES and TheraPED products.

The APMA Seal of Acceptance Program was created to inform podiatrists and consumers about products whose quality, safety and effectiveness promote good foot health. In order to qualify for the Seal, products are evaluated by the Podiatric Seals Committee which is made up of APMA member podiatrists. Following an extensive review process, the recommendations of the Podiatric Seals Committee are presented to the APMA Board of Trustees for final action.

Health Enterprises was awarded the coveted Seal for their hot & cold therapeutic TheraTOES and TheraPED products. Both products feature a zebra print with targeted hot/cold gel to help refresh and revitalize cramped, achy feet and toes after a long day in high heels or painful shoes. The TheraPED also includes spacers to help stretch and gently realign toes.

The TheraTOES and TheraPED products have been carefully assessed and found to safely and effectively treat foot pain using hot and cold therapies when used as directed, said Michael King, DPM, APMA president.

APMA research highlights the need for products that pamper and help soothe foot pain. 87% of women report foot pain or problems as a result of footwear and 39% of women report wearing high heels every day despite the fact that 75% report shoe related foot pain.

Receiving the APMA Seal of Acceptance is a tremendous honor for Health Enterprises. We look forward to the addition of the Seal into our packaging and communication vehicles to help educate consumers on the therapeutic benefits of these two innovative products, commented Brendan Leonard, president of Health Enterprises, Inc.

Founded in 1912, the American Podiatric Medical Association is the leading resource for foot and ankle information. The Association represents more than 11,500 podiatrists and has 53 state component locations throughout the U.S. and its territories.

Health Enterprises, Inc. is a leading supplier of branded and private label consumer healthcare products sold in retailers across the globe. For more information about Health Enterprises and its complete product line, visit http://www.healthenterprises.com.

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Now there is a way to rejuveniate that old pair of UGG boots and make them look new again. Superlamb, Inc., a leading independent retailer of UGG boots, has created a new sheepskin cleaning and redyeing service that is a convenient and affordable alternative to purchasing a new pair of expensive footwear.

The cleaning process completely eliminates odors and the vast majority of stains from UGG boots. Once cleaned, the boots are then treated with a conditioner, making them silky smooth again and shrinking them back down to their original size. Customers can also opt to redye their UGG boots, completing the rejuvenation process. Turn around time is generally less than a week, and customers can have their boots back within two weeks of sending them in.

The cleaning and conditioning process works for all types of footwear, including twin-faced sheepskin, suede and leather.

I am excited and thrilled to be offering this new service for our customers who would like to extend the life of their beloved UGG boots. The opportunity now exists for our customers to refresh their boots and save money at the same time. said Lindsay Gulliver, CEO of Superlamb, Inc.

This new service can be ordered directly on the Superlamb website, where customers can select the services desired and add any special instructions to the order. Customers will then receive email confirmation of their order, at which time she will send in her boots to Superlamb. An email confirmation of receipt at our warehouse of her boots and a final email confirmation will be sent once the cleaned boots are shipped back to the customer. Return shipping is included in the cost of the cleaning.

Shoe lovers interested in this service can learn more visiting Superlambs website at http://www.superlamb.com or can call directly 800-821-4737.

About Superlamb, Inc.

Superlamb, Inc. is a sheepskin speciaist and a leading independent retailer of UGG and other brands of sheepskin boots. Located in San Diego, CA, and has been in business since 1978.

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Following on its inaugural Golf Road Warriors trip to Ireland in July, The A Position will send four journalists to Scottsdale, Ariz. Nov. 28- Dec. 4, 2011 for a weeklong golf road adventure. The writers will create and broadcast daily original content via a collection of websites, print media, social media, podcasts, and radio that will be further disseminated by sponsor partners. The content will include course and equipment reviews; opinion pieces; travel stories and videos; and the sharp observations and commentary of four award-winning golf journalists who have worked for many of the best media outlets worldwide.

Renowned golf broadcaster and historian Peter Kessler, who will anchor the team of journalists, says, Even though I ended up in the hospital on the first Golf Road Warriors trip to Ireland, Im ready to take this show on the road to Scottsdale, home to some of the best desert golf courses on the planet.

Partners for Golf Road Warriors: Scottsdale include the Scottsdale Convention & Visitors Bureau, the official destination marketing partner for the city; CertiFresh Cigars, distributors of guaranteed fresh cigars to more than 1,000 of the best resorts and golf courses in the world; Callaway Golf, one of the top brands in the golf industry, manufacturing the very best clubs, shoes, balls, and other products; Travelpro?, the original inventor of Rollaboard? luggage and the choice of flight crews and frequent travelers; Grow The Game Golf, the first real-time scoring, live-event leaderboard and event-management system thats available right on your smart phone; and US Airways Magazine, which will be publishing feature-length stories about Golf Road Warrior trips. The Golf Road Warriors will be field testing sponsor products on the road and on golf courses such as TPC Scottsdale, Troon North, and others, reporting their findings in real time.

Sponsors receive a wide variety of benefits on the Internet, in print, on radio and video, and via social media, as well as professionally produced content they can use on their own websites and in marketing materials. Additional benefits include co-branding with other top-level entities in the industry; advertising; an ongoing content partnership with The A Position; and access to the networks more than 50 golf and travel journalists.

Golf Road Warriors: Scottsdale will follow Kessler and writers Tom Bedell, Jeff Wallach, and Terry Moore as they golf, travel, quaff, and puff through the Sonoran Desert, staying in world-class accommodations, playing half a dozen desert golf venues, and frightening roadrunners and coyotes with errant shots.

Follow this on-going adventure communicating the power of new media at Golf Road Warriors.com and at theAposition.com. The next installment of Golf Road Warriors will be coming in February.

The A Position.com is a network of websites featuring the worlds best golf and travel writers. The term The A Position refers to the best place a golfer can land his tee shot. On the web, it refers to the site readers will want to land on for great golf and travel journalism.

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UsTrendy.com is using the websites Polyvore and Facebook to find new and creative ways to get the word out about their designers. Starting October 1st, UsTrendy is holding an online contest that will allow users to create an outfit in a collage format using UsTrendy products on Polyvore’s site. The contestants will then post their creations to the UsTrendy Facebook page and the submission that receives the most “likes” will be rewarded with a $ 150 gift card to the UsTrendy.com online store.

Polyvore is one of the web’s most highly regarded fashion sites. They provide a forum for people to create their own outfits and looks using anything on the Internet, with links back to their original sites. Additionally, Polyvore provides an assortment of templates to assist users in the imaginative arrangement of the items they use.

The Polyvore website is dedicated to the creation of unique, fresh styles and has quickly become a mecca for the fashion-conscious. With 10 million visitors a month, Polyvore is also a go-to for people looking for new wardrobe inspiration. UsTrendy’s use of Polyvore for this contest is just another way the site puts a spotlight on the fashion-forward individuality of UsTrendy’s indie designers, which will also provide style-hungry users with a fresh source of material.

By utilizing Facebook as well, UsTrendy is seeking to promote their contest in a way that will be widely viewed and appreciated. By allowing Facebook users to choose the winners, they are hoping to reward popularity, creativity and wear-ability with honest feedback and unbiased opinion.

UsTrendy.com is a unique site specializing in fashions that are out of the ordinary. Through the power of the internet the site gives a voice to emerging designers that use quirky and creative styles to break the mold of the fashion world. Shoppers at UsTrendy.com are able to break free from the chains of cookie cutter fashions found in their local malls. UsTrendy sells everything from prom dresses and pants to shoes and bags and because they have different designers, there are options to suit virtually every taste and preference.

For people who have a great natural sense of fashion and who would like to show off their skills at creating innovative looks, the UsTrendy.com Polyvore contest presents an exciting opportunity. Not only can users showcase their individuality, but if they win the contest, they will be able to expand their wardrobe to include more cute, indie clothing.

The Polyvore contest runs until the winner is announced December 1st, so those interested in participating must submit a collage before the deadline.

For more information about UsTrendy, visit our website http://www.ustrendy.com/polyvore, email us at Sam(at)ustrendy(dot)com, or call 1-888-535-1187

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Sierra Trading Post is making it easier for customers to save money on great brands through its revamped Get $ 10, Give $ 10 referral program.

People are already telling their friends and family about great deals they find at Sierra Trading Post. This program just rewards them for already being great customers, and gives new customers an extra reason to give us a try, says Gary Imig, president of Sierra Trading Post.

The program is simple:

1. An existing customer sets up a free account and invites friends to shop STP.

2. If those friends are first-time customers, they get $ 10 toward their first purchase.

3. The referring customer then gets $ 10 for each new customer.

Sierra Trading Post launched the program in 2009, and has significantly revamped it to add social sharing. In addition to being able to send an invitation via email, each referring customer can send out a personal URL via Facebook, Twitter, Google+ and more. Once the invitations have been sent, the STP customer can see how many $ 10 gift cards they have simply by logging into their free account at SierraTradingPost.com. There is no limit to the amount of gift cards a customer can rack up, so its a win-win for new and existing customers.

We listened to customer feedback and knew we had to rethink the program. Its now easier than ever for our customers to share the savings with their friends and family, says TJ Croissant, marketing manager for Sierra Trading Post. After all, we anticipate the social sharing being a major driver in the success of the new Get $ 10, Give $ 10.

For details about the program or to create a free account, visit stp.me/Get10Give10.

About Sierra Trading Post: Headquartered in Cheyenne, Wyo., Sierra Trading Post is a multichannel retailer known nationwide for offering Great Deals. Great Brands. Sierra Trading Post purchases brand name overstocks, closeouts and 2nds, and offers customers 35-70% savings every day. Founded in 1986, Sierra Trading Post is celebrating its 25th anniversary, and has saved customers more than $ 3 billion on outdoor gear, shoes, mens clothing, womens clothing, accessories and home furnishings. A top 100 Internet retailer in sales per Internet Retailer Magazine, Sierra Trading Post operates four outlet stores in Boise, Idaho; Reno, Nev.; Cheyenne and Cody, Wyo.; with customer service call centers in Cheyenne and Cody.

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The employees at Health Advocate Inc., the nations leading advocacy and assistance company, have donated over 600 pairs of gently worn shoes to The Kenneth Cole Foundation. The foundation, also known as Awearness, partnered up with non-profit organization Soles 4 Souls to conduct a national shoe drive to aid the people of Haiti.

To collect shoes for the donation, boxes were placed around Health Advocates recently expanded office space, and the companys employees were more than up to the task. The shoes they donated helped William Vosseler, a floor manager at the King of Prussia, Pa., Kenneth Cole location, to win a company-wide contest amongst all employees to collect the most shoes.

What Health Advocate does is more than you would think. Theyre known for helping with insurance, finding a provider, and resolving bills, but theyre also helping a country of people here who are working every single day just to survive, said Vosseler.

Were glad to contribute to this cause, said Marty Rosen, Health Advocate cofounder and Executive Vice President. Im very proud of our employees. We hold multiple charitable events like this each year and they consistently come up big in helping other people in need.

As a result of winning the contest, Vosseler traveled with Kenneth Cole himself to Haiti to coordinate the foundations efforts. Awearness, with Soles 4 Souls, not only provide shoes to people in immediate need, but also distribute them to vendors to sell at a low cost. With this initiative, the people of Haiti get footwear at a low price while their money goes towards a community wellness center, something that is much needed in a country that is just under two years removed from devastating earthquakes.

About Health Advocate

Health Advocate, Inc., the nations leading independent healthcare advocacy and assistance company, serves 22+ million Americans through more than 8,000 client relationships, including many of the nations largest companies, helping members personally navigate healthcare and insurance-related issues, saving time and money. Our Core Health Advocacy service is centered around our Personal Health Advocates, who assist members with a range of clinical, administrative and insurance-related issues. Our spectrum of add-on, complementary employee- and employer-based solutions include our Wellness Advocate, Benefits Gateway and Health Information Dashboard, EAP+Work/Life, Personalized Health Messaging and decision support programs. The solutions are designed to lower healthcare costs, increase productivity and improve outcomes.

Founded in 2001 and headquartered in suburban Philadelphia, Health Advocate has been recognized, for the fifth consecutive year, as one of Americas fastest growing private companies by Inc. 500, named one of the fastest growing companies in North America on Deloittes 2010 Technology Fast 500, 2011 Enterprise Awards Life Sciences Company of the Year in the Greater Philadelphia Region, 2011 Entrepreneur of the Year in the Greater Philadelphia Region by Ernst & Young and is rated one of the Top 20 Best Places to Work by Philadelphia magazine.

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ZJNAC (Zhejiang Native Produce & Animal By-products I/E Group Co., Ltd), China’s most influential and professional supplier of a wide assortment of foods, garments, fashion accessories, and more, also declared that they will supply the unplanned Hijiki and Wakame orders based on the original price.

“We are appreciated that you agreed to add unplanned orders based on the original price. And we promise to supply this original price for Japan markets, to let Japanese enjoy real benefits,” Mr.S.Iwasaki, Merchandising Manager of Bamboo Business Co., Ltd, said to the Sales Manager of ZJNAC.

As one of China’s largest state-owned enterprises, ZJNAC has enjoyed an outstanding reputation in the international market with over 30 years of foreign trade experience. In addition to the total annual export-import volume adding up to 500 million USD, the annual investment of raw Hijiki and Wakame’s culture and acquisition has reached 50 million CNY in the last three years. Endowed with the function of anti-radiation, anti-cancer as well as anti-aging, its algal products have become the best-seller in Japan’s food market.

“We guarantee the supply for Japan’s marketing requirements based on the original price,” said Weicai Fang, General Manager of ZJNAC.

According to Weicai Fang, the total investment of Hijiki’s acquisition and processing hold a minimum of 50% in China, with Wakame about 15% in the recent three years. “We have satisfied the increased orders of Hijiki and Wakame since this April. According to our sales statistics, Kobe Bussan, the largest foods retailer of Japan, has increased its order from 5 to 12 containers per month; Bamboo Business added its order from 3 to 5 containers per month. Furthermore, our company has expanded business with Otomegusa, Tominaga Boeki Kaisha, Ltd., etc.,” Weicai Fang added.

In pursuit of NO.1 supplier of algal products, ZJNAC always highlights prior quality and never ceases to blaze its trail of international success. To ensure the higher-quality of algal products, the company has laid out over 20 million CNY for updating the advanced processing equipment since 2009, such as dryer, tea winnower, color sorter, metal detector, etc. Classic manufacturing installation, well-developed manufacturing technology and examining with consummate survey setup, all these prompt ZJNAC to be the first choice of Japan’s algal market.

For more information, please visit http:/http://www.global-supplier.com/

About ZJNAC

ZJNAC, one of the most influential and professional international trade companies, commits to both operation and management of commodities. It deals with more than 20 categories, over 200 kinds of goods, including clothes, home textiles, shoes and foods, etc. The company’s trade route covers over 100 countries and areas, and it has established stable business relationships with more than 2000 merchants. It has owned more than 10 brands and registered trademarks such as “EEI” for garments, “Universe” for brushes, “Feng Feng” for bee products, and “West Lake” for fireworks.

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More and more people are switching to a vegetarian diet for a variety of reasons, and many are turning to the internet for information. Virtual communities centered on vegetarianism have sprung up all over the internet. One such site is http://www.vegetarianstuff.com/ where people from around the world can meet and discuss the issues involved with vegetarianism, share important nutritional information, and trade recipes.

Many people new to vegetarianism can learn things they may not have known from the more seasoned vegetarians online. For example, many don’t know that gelatin is derived from animal hides, or that a common ingredient in cheese is rennet*, which is made from stomach lining.

Online support can also be valuable for people who face discrimination as a vegetarian. In day to day life a vegetarian may not have much contact with other vegetarians, which can be discouraging. The internet opens up a whole network of people who understand, who have been there, and who can help. The LiveJournal vegetarian community at http://www.livejournal.com/community/vegetarian/ frequently welcomes young vegetarians and helps them cope with parents who don’t accept their decision, grandmas who sneak meat into their food, and other frustrations that face a younger vegetarian. The community spans the spectrum from people on their second day of vegetarianism to those who have been strict vegans since birth.

As vegetarianism rises the change is reflected in the consumer world as well. Both Burger King and McDonals now offer veggie burgers in addition to their traditional meat fare. Shops specializing in vegetarian-friendly products have sprung up all over. Maryland-based Pangea (http://pangeaveg.com/) offers everything from eco-friendly soaps to official Doc Marten and Birkenstock footware specially made in “fake” leather. Internet based shops such as http://shop.opalcat.com/ offer whole sections of vegetarian, animal rights, and anti-fur designs alongside typical humorous shirts and geeky mugs.

If you check your supermarket, you will see cans of baked beans labelled “vegetarian” next to the pork-n-beans of yesteryear. You may see “lard-free” tortillas, “rennet-free” cheese, and an increase in shelf space devoted to soy and rice milks such as Silk, vegetarian imitation-meats and cold cuts of every type you can imagine from canadian bacon and ham to buffalo wings.

Look out! The vegetarians are coming!

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In 1978 Brian Smith, a young Australian surfer, brought a core piece of “Down Under” to the United States.

Armed with two dozen pairs of UGG sheepskin boots, he hit the streets of NYC ready to make his “sheepskin to riches” story to come true. Three days later he was “down under” by $ 950. He still had two dozen UGG boots and was feeling lonely in the Big Apple.

Being a persistent, committed and creative mate, Brian was convinced these Australian boots had a place in the US market. He then set out determined to find it. Luckily, it didn’t take him long to realize that the UGG boots would fit the same feet in the States as they do in Australia – surfers feet. In fact, he soon discovered there was already a core group of surfers who had brought UGGs back from Australia to share with their American surfing “mates.”

His first season in business Brian sold 48 pairs of boots to a whopping 5 accounts. Of course, it was the crazy California surfers who grasped the genius of these sheepskin boots – the incredible warmth, ultimate comfort and cozy sheepskin.

Now Ugg footwear is sold from LA to New York to London and all points in between. They have also grown beyond boots to incorporate shoes, slippers and clogs and all-weather products made of the same fine Australian sheepskin.

For more info on the UGG craze you may visit these two store’s http://www.uggfootwear.com or http://www.australianaura.com


They can help you with all your UGG questions and they also have the latested collection avaliable wordlwide.

Comfort in Wool….

UGG Footware’s inner foot-bed will mold to the natural contours of your foot, creating a personalized arch support.

Wool fleece allow’s air circulation, this in turn help’s your feet to breathe.

Natural properties of wool deter moisture ensuring dry and cozy feet.

Wool fleece helps maintain body temperature, making UGG Footware appropriate for all climates. In fact, the wool will keep your feet warm down to -30°F.

UGG’s for all Climates…

Australia’s finest Woolen sheepskin breathes, detering heat and moisture away to keep your feet dry and at body temperature indoors and out

In cold weather (even to -30F) the soft wool fibers act as a natural insulator, keeping your feet warm and comfortable.

Also! In warm weather (even to 80F) the soft fibers act as a natural air conditioner, keeping your feet cool and comfortable.

The thick, natural fleece on the innersole molds to the unique shape of your foot creating a natural arch support.

For more info visit http://www.uggfootwear.com or http://www.australianaura.com for a compete online UGG experiance.

Today, EZ-Shoes, an independent Z-CoiL pain relief footwear dealer, is happy to announce that they are one of the first retail outlets in the country to offer six new stylish springy soled shoes to individuals that suffer from back, leg or foot pain in the South Bay Area.

Several of the styles (Taos Zip, the Bone SideWinder Sandal, the Taos Strap and the Zueco Strap) were produced to test their marketability – meaning that if customers buy them and provide positive feedback, they will be put into the full line of production.

The brown/tan Men’s SideWinder Sandal and the Women?s Lo-Cut Dress boot are a Limited Edition ? the pain relief footwear will not be offered again once these styles sell out.

“We have had a great demand for a more dressy style for both men and women and Z-CoiL Corporate listened!” said Caesar Snee, owner of the authorized Z-CoiL San Jose store. “We have had great reception of the new styles. The “Mary Jane” style for the women fits well and holds onto the heel better than the traditional clog. It also is cut lower in the front for people who have a high instep and can’t fit into other styles.”

With these additions, Z-Coil now offers 11 different styles in various colors for women and 7 styles in various colors for men.

“We are also dying shoes different colors to provide more choices and offering hand-painted designs to really make the shoe unique,” explains Caesar.

Z-CoiLs, often referred to as “the funny-looking shoes with the spring in the heel,” are dramatically changing the lives of people across the country that once suffered from chronic, debilitating pain in their feet, legs and back. Many of the happiest Z-CoiL customers are workers in retail stores, restaurants, fairs, trade shows, hospitals and warehouses, who must spend hours every day on their feet, often on concrete floors.

The unique patented design of Z-CoiL Footwear combines a large coil under the heel with a rigid, ¾-length orthotic, is the invention of Z-CoiL’s Founder and Chairman of the Board, Al Gallegos. Al realized the many injuries he endured as an avid runner were caused by impact. His quest to develop shoes that would reduce the force of impact, while providing proper support, resulted in Z-CoiL Pain Relief Footwear.

Z-CoiL Footware?s corporate headquarters are in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

For more information and photos on ALL the Z-CoiL pain relief footwear styles, visit the EZ-Shoes web site: http://www.ez-shoes.com

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Washington state Z-CoiL® Pain Relief Footwear? independent dealers are providing the ?ultimate arthritic foot bed?: springy soled shoes, elastic Knoty Boy shoe laces, Sof Sole Socks, Sof Sole Comfort Insoles and Lynco arch supports/orthoses. The products will be presented to Arthritis Foundation Washington/Alaska Chapter Arthritis Walk chairs and honorees with arthritis at all four state events.

May is National Arthritis Month, and the Arthritis Foundation is looking for walkers to raise money to fight the painful disease.

About one of every three adults and about 300,000 children are afflicted with arthritis nationwide.

In May and June, Washington State Arthritis Walks and health fairs are scheduled in four counties:

Skagit

May 14 at the Cascade Mall in Burlington

Kitsap

May 21 at Waterfront Park in Silverdale

Pierce

June 4 at Owens Beach at Point Defiance Park in Tacoma

Spokane

June 18 at Centennial Trail at Gonzaga University in Spokane

The mission of the Arthritis Foundation is to improve lives through leadership in the prevention, control and cure of arthritis and related diseases. The Arthritis Walk is the Arthritis Foundation’s nationwide event that raises awareness and funds to fight arthritis, the nation’s leading cause of disability.

The walk serves as more than a fund-raiser and roaming support group. Another goal is to promote a greater awareness that the condition victimizes even the very young, contrary to the common misconception that arthritis is a condition striking only the elderly. Arthritis affects more children in the United States than muscular dystrophy, cystic fibrosis and sickle-cell anemia combined.

Participating Washington State Z-CoiL® Pain Relief Footwear? Independent Dealers:

Shoe Safari ? Silverdale Arthritis Walk Health Fair/Z-CoiL Donation

Our mission at Shoe Safari is to help relieve the pain of those with foot, knee, or back problems. We have an impressive track record of dramatically reducing the pain of arthritis sufferers by reducing foot shock and impact stress on the entire skeletal structure. Many of our clients have dramatically reduced the need for pain medications.

A Step In Time ? Spokane Arthritis Walk Health Fair/Z-CoiL Donation

Spring’s Pain Relief Z-CoiL Footwear ? Tacoma Arthritis Walk Health Fair/Z-CoiL Donation

Feel Good Footwear (Bellevue) Z-CoiL Donation, Tacoma

EZ Step ? Burlington Arthritis Walk Health Fair/Z-CoiL Donation

Your2Feet ? (Seattle) Z-CoiL Donation, Burlington

Washington State Z-CoiL® Pain Relief Footware? Independent Dealer Contact Information:

http://www.zcoil.com/searchresult.cfm?StateSearch=WA

?Arthritis sufferers have benefited from wearing the pain relief footwear in many circumstances. Since there are over 31 adjustments, caution is recommended for a slow break in period,? writes Dr. Lotchie M. Kerch, D.P.M, Seattle Podiatric Physician & Foot Surgeon, on her Z-CoiL blog (http://your2feet.blogspot.com). ?The main effect of the shoes is to reduce impact. You will also notice your center of gravity changes when wearing the shoes. This engages different muscles (the lateral stabilizing muscles) making it necessary to wear them for as little as an hour the first day, and increasing the wearing time gradually every day. As you become stronger, this sensation of “bouncing” and balancing dissipates. Depending on your type of arthritis, this may prove very beneficial for relieving symptoms. You are reducing impact and getting energy return, which causes a differing weight distribution. I recommend caution in more advanced arthritis since the compensation necessary may not be available.?

Knoty Boy (FST) ? The Ultimate Shoelace

http://www.knotyboy.com

Transforms lace-up footwear into an ease of use; slip-on slip-off, for Arthritic ease.

Revolutionary – Footwear Stabilization Technology (FST)

Converts each eyelet along the shoe upper into an isolated ?tension zone?;

Re-emerging knots maintain adjusted tension or looseness and never need tying.

Footwear can now be comfortably adjusted for:

Natural foot profile stabilization

Problem feet

Sport specific demands

In-step sensitivity relief

Enhances footwear technologies: outsoles, insoles, and orthotics.

About Sof Sole

http://www.sofsole.com

Sof Sole is the #1 insole, lace, and shoe care brand in sporting goods and shoe stores, with distribution in thousands of retail outlets across North America, and in 55 countries throughout the world.

Arthritis Foundation Washington/Alaska Chapter Information

WebSite: http://www.arthritis.org/Communities/Chapters/Chapter.asp?chapid=56/


Blog (New): http://arthritis-waak.blogspot.com/

Z-CoiL Customer Stories, Information, Resources, News, Links and Updates http://z-coil.blogspot.com

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A newly released set of treatment recommendations for knee and hip osteoarthritis may help millions of people worldwide who live in pain due to inconsistent treatment approaches and confusion about what therapies are most effective.

The 25 evidence-based, expert-consensus recommendations appear in the February issue of Osteoarthritis and Cartilage and can be found at http://www.oarsi.org/.

These are the first evidence-based recommendations developed by a committee that was brought together two years ago by the Osteoarthritis Research Society International (OARSI). The goals were (1) to review all of the published national and regional treatment guidelines together with the more recent evidence from clinical trials and (2) to produce a single set of up-to-date, evidence-based recommendations for the worldwide treatment of knee and hip osteoarthritis. ????

What the committee essentially did was take the scientifically proven commonalities it found in the international literature, evaluate the level of scientific evidence and propose a strength of recommendation for each modality, and condense them into one comprehensive playbook of what works, says OARSI President Dr. Steve Abramson, director of Rheumatology and professor of Medicine at New York University School of Medicine.

The first of OARSIs 25 evidence-based recommendations is that optimal treatment requires both nonpharmacologic and pharmacologic modalities. The remaining 24 recommendations fall into three categories nonpharmacologic, pharmacologic and surgical.

The effectiveness of each recommendation is associated with a level of scientific evidence available to support it. The higher the level of support (expressed as a percentage out of 100), the more evidence in the scientific literature that the treatment is effective. The following are the recommendations:

????Nonpharmacologic These 12 recommendations include education and self-management (97%); regular telephone contact (66%); referral to a physical therapist (89%); aerobic, muscle strengthening and water-based exercises (96%); weight reduction (96%); walking aids (90%); knee braces (76%); footware and insoles (77%); thermal modalities (64%); transcutaneous electrical stimulation (58%); and acupuncture (59%).

????Pharmacologic These eight recommendations include acetaminophen (92%); non-selective and selective oral nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)(93%); topical NSAIDs and capsaicin (85%); intraarticular injections of corticosteroids (78%); intraarticular injections of hyaluronans (64%); glucosamine and/or chondroitin sulphate for symptom relief (63%); glucosamine sulphate, chondroitin sulphate and/or diacerein for possible structure-modifying effects (41%); and the use of weak opioids and narcotic analgesics for the treatment of refractory pain (82%).

????Surgical These five recommendations include total joint replacement (96%); unicompartmental knee replacement (76%); osteotomy and joint preserving surgical procedures (75%); joint lavage and arthroscopic debridement in knee OA (60%); and joint fusion as a salvage procedure when joint replacement had failed (69%).

Our goal was to make these guidelines as simple as possible so that healthcare providers could determine which therapies would be most useful for an individual patient, says Dr. Francis Berenbaum, president elect of OARSI and a faculty member in the Department of Rheumatology at Pierre & Marie Curie University, APHP Saint-Antoine Hospital in Paris.

Nearly all of the previous guidelines were created before the recent discussion about the potential cardiovascular risks of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs

(NSAIDs) took place. In recent years, there has been a decline in the use of NSAIDs to reduce pain and inflammation caused by osteoarthritis, primarily due to their potential for causing gastrointestinal side effects and the perceived cardiovascular risks associated with these drugs.

However, members of the OARSI committee found that NSAIDs are often effective pain relievers and their short-term use should be considered on a case-by-case basis and not as a long-term option.

As a consequence of the confusion over NSAIDs, some people may not be getting the care they need for pain, says Abramson.

The OARSI recommendations make up the first truly international guidelines for the treatment of knee and hip osteoarthritis. The guideline committee was made up of experts from six countries, including 11 rheumatologists, two primary care physicians, one orthopedic surgeon, and two experts on evidence-based medicine.

Osteoarthritis is the most common type of arthritis and the major cause of chronic musculoskeletal pain and mobility limitation in elderly populations worldwide.????

To read the complete paper in Osteoarthritis and Cartilage go to http://www.oarsi.org/.

About OARSI:

The Osteoarthritis Research Society International (OARSI) is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting and encouraging fundamental and applied research, and to disseminate the results of that research in order to permit better knowledge of osteoarthritis and its treatment. For more information about OARSI visit http://www.oarsi.org.????

Release Contact:

Andrew Smith????????

267-884-6329 ????

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The world’s best commercial and student designers will vie this autumn for recognition – and exhibition space – at the 2008 Spark Design Awards.

Winners that catch the eye of the judges will have their work exhibited in America’s most exciting new design hot spot – the dazzling Autodesk Design Center, at One Market Street, San Francisco. A prestigious line-up of 20 multi-disciplinary Judges include Tania Aldous, Director Global Design, Whirlpool, Allison Arieff, “By Design” Columnist, New York Times and John Hoke, VP Global Footware, Converse.

A nail-biting live judging session in September will be the climax of the awards, with the nominees work premiered at a stylish launch for the Spark 2008 show, on October 3, 2008.

Returning for its second year, Spark is the exciting industry-backed competition created to promote great design and designers. Everyone is invited to participate: designers, art directors, architects, design firms, manufacturers, institutions, ad agencies, students and novices may enter and enjoy the Spark Design Awards. The global competition returns with a new, simplified entry system so firms can submit more designs from their portfolio, with less paperwork, at http://www.sparkawards.com.

Great Designers Solving Our Greatest Problems:

“Spark is a fresh, modern qualification system that recognizes new processes and technology and seeks to involve people and ideas from untapped sources,” explains Peter Kuchnicki, Executive Director of Spark. “Designers from all levels and skill-sets are welcome, be they professional, novice or student.”

“Spark Awards encourages everyone to create designs that make a difference,” explains Spark Advisory Council member Sam Lucente, VP Design, Hewlett-Packard. “As a society we face unprecedented challenges related to resources, environment and technology considerations amidst strong competition for the attention of consumers. We need every person to embrace design and make things better. Spark showcases the work of the best designers and enlightened companies behind them.”

Simple Entry Process:

The first phase for the competition requires artists to submit their work online with a brief mission statement. The deadline to enter is August 1, 2008 (late deadline: August 25). A panel, consisting of VIP design jurors, will review the online submissions and decide who will move on to the second phase as Spark “Challengers.”

Designers whose work qualifies have the option to enter the second phase. The deadline to enter is Sept.1, with the physical piece or model for the jurors to review.

Unique Live Judging Event:

All entrants are invited to attend the 2008 Spark Awards, where winners will be announced. Winners of phase two will be awarded either a prestigious Silver Spark, Gold Spark, or ultimate Spark! award. All winners will be on long-term exhibition at the new Autodesk Design Center.

The Autodesk Design Center showcases innovative and important designs from around the world. The center highlights how the pieces are created, from design to engineering to completion. It offers the public and professionals an enriched design environment, maximizes design creativity, increases collaboration across design disciplines, and facilitates innovation.

The Spark Awards sponsors and partners include Hewlett Packard, Autodesk, Automobile Magazine, RedClay Interactive, Bravo Media, Joie de Vivre Hotels, California Magazine and ArchNewsNow.

For more information on the Spark Awards and other related information, please visit their website SparksAwards.com.

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Green Design talent gets top billing this summer as the 2008 Spark Awards invite final entries for its second year. A prestigious judging team will assess industry innovations in sustainable products, process, architecture and other design media.

The global competition closes in August, but a new, simplified entry system helps firms and individual designers submit last-minute designs from their portfolio, with less paperwork, at http://www.sparkawards.com. Entry discounts apply until August 1, and the final Spark entry deadline is August 25, 2008.

“The critical design challenge of this century is to create offerings that inspire, engage and connect to people and that are more sustainable. Making sustainability desirable is crucial to generate cascading positive impact” says Ted Howes, sustainability lead at IDEO and a Spark judge. “Spark will showcase the very best.”

During his career Howes has led the assessment, design and implementation of many sustainability programs, including Starbuck’s much-lauded sustainable green coffee sourcing program, C.A.F.E. Practices. He is one of a prestigious line-up of 20 multi-disciplinary judges that includes Tania Aldous, director of global design at Whirlpool, Allison Arieff, “By Design” columnist at the New York Times, author and producer Chee Perlman and John Hoke, VP Global Footware at Converse.

“Spark Awards encourages everyone to create designs that make a difference,” explains Spark Advisory Council member Sam Lucente, VP design, Hewlett-Packard. “As a society we face unprecedented challenges related to resources, environment and technology considerations, amidst strong competition for the attention of consumers. We need every person to embrace design and make things better. Spark showcases the work of the best designers and enlightened companies behind them.”

Returning for its second year, Spark is the exciting competition created to promote great design and designers. Everyone is invited to participate: designers, art directors, architects, design firms, manufacturers, institutions, ad agencies, students and novices may enter and enjoy the Spark Design Awards.

Great Designers Solving Our Greatest Problems

“Spark is a fresh, modern qualification system that recognizes new processes and technology and seeks to involve people and ideas from untapped sources,” explains Peter Kuchnicki, executive director of Spark. “Designers from all levels and skill-sets are welcome, be they professional, novice or student.”

Simple Entry Process

The first phase for the competition requires designers to submit their work online with a brief mission statement. The deadline is August 1, 2008 (late deadline: August 25). A panel, consisting of VIP design jurors, will review the online submissions and decide who will move on to the second phase as Spark “Challengers.”

Designers whose work qualifies have the option to enter the second phase. The deadline to enter is Sept.1, with the physical piece or model for the jurors to review.

Unique Events

All entrants are invited to attend both the September Spark Pre-Jury Conference (no charge to current or past entrants) held in the Jury Rooms, and the October 2008 Spark Award Celebration, where winners will be announced and displayed. Winners of Phase II will be awarded either a prestigious Silver Spark, Gold Spark, or ultimate Spark!award. All winners will be on long-term exhibition at the new Autodesk Design Center in San Francisco.

The Autodesk Design Center showcases innovative and important designs from around the world. The center highlights how the pieces are created, from design to engineering to completion. It offers the public and professionals an enriched design environment, maximizes design creativity, increases collaboration across design disciplines, and facilitates innovation.

The Spark Awards sponsors and partners include Hewlett Packard, Autodesk, Automobile Magazine, RedClay Interactive, Bravo Media, Joie de Vivre Hotels, California Magazine, ArchNewsNow and http://www.archinect.com.

For more information on the Spark Awards and other related information, please visit their website http://www.sparkawards.com.

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