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Laradon Trusts Brivo to Provide Level of Security Needed for Special Clientele

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Bethesda, Maryland (PRWEB) March 13, 2012

Brivo Systems LLC, leader in Software as a Service (SaaS) applications for security management, today announced that Laradon, a human services agency serving children and adults with development disabilities, has chosen Brivo ACS WebService to provide access control management throughout its multi-building educational campus located in Denver, CO. Key-Rite Security is the integrator for this project.

Established in the late 1940s, Laradon was the first charitable organization in the Rocky Mountain region to offer support, education, and training to children with developmental disabilities. Today, Laradon offers 12 different programs to more than 600 children and adults at their eight-acre campus in northwest Denver.

We were dramatically affected by the Columbine tragedy, recalled Annie Green, Laradons Deputy Director. That incident caused us to examine how to better secure our campus. We tightened up security, staff started wearing ID badges, and we had mandatory check-in at our main building front desk, among other measures. We felt an even greater impact by a more recent shooting at a high school 30 minutes away. A transient had been hanging out by a rec center near the high school and ended up taking hostages at the school and shooting some students. We were really impacted by the potential vulnerability of our students. We had to do more.

A contact at another non-profit recommended Brivo Systems to Green and her staff. Laradon contacted their security integrator, Key-Rite, for a demonstration. Right away we noticed Brivo was easy to operate and it gave us the control we needed, recalled Green. We could give only the people we wanted access to certain parts of the campus at specific timesthat high level of control.

Key-Rite offered Laradon a number of access control choices. We liked Brivo the best, explained Green. We have gates for van access to the campus; Brivo was able to ensure management for those gates from the same system and interface. Also, we have older buildings so the system had to fit our need to retro-fit without a lot of extra expense and hassle.

Laradon began installing Brivo ACS WebService in 2007, and they have since scaled up to 30 doors in 15 buildings, plus three vehicle gates. Recently, a building formerly used for storage and maintenance was converted to program use and as Green recounted, Brivo was added to that building with minimal effort. Under Annie Greens direction, Laradons Quality Assurance and General Services Directors manage day-to-day system administration.

The Brivo system has provided a number of advantages that werent apparent when it was first installed. Green explained, We do use the system to monitor when and where our staff are on the campus. We have used the key strikes as a back-up Time and Attendance system when staff members forget to sign in. Also, we are able to monitor contract work done on the premises. We recently had some electrical and heat system work done. We could program Brivo to provide the workers a three-hour window in only that building and we could monitor how long they actually worked.

The advantages beyond standard access control dont stop there. Green continued, We had a termination that did not go so well, so quickly ensuring that person had no continued access gave us very important peace of mind. Also, we have a large courtyard and 40-50 doors that provide access off campus. Formerly, with a lock and key system, we had to rely on our janitorial staff to make sure all those doors were properly locked, it was a constant worry. With Brivo, we dont worry, we know. Laradon staff can also manage the Brivo system remotely on those frequent Colorado snow days, giving them access control management from wherever they happen to be.

Green and her staff use the Brivo systems alert and report functions as needed to provide them with real-time information for incident investigations. Theres one other nice side benefit to their Brivo system, All employees have their access cards attached to their IDs. This has been a natural way to improve our staff more consistently wearing their IDs. We like that.

Ultimately, we are responsible for the people we serve and our special population is at greater risk. Many dont understand dangerous situations and they cannot defend themselves. We are their eyes and ears. It is critical that we provide quality services in a safe and nurturing environment. The Brivo system allows us to do that. It takes away many things we no longer have to worry about. We are incredibly satisfied with our Brivo system and Key-Rite Security has been very responsive to our needs, Green concluded.

For more information on the Brivo Online Access Control System, contact Brivo tollfree at 1-866-692-7486, option 1 or email sales@brivo.com. To view a demo, visit http://www.brivo.com/demo


About Laradon

In 1948, at a time when the public school system denied an education to their two sons because they were “mentally retarded,” Joseph and Elizabeth Calabrese invested their life savings into the creation of a very special school – Laradon. Named after their two sons, Larry and Don, Laradon was the first charitable organization in the Rocky Mountain region to offer support, education and training to children with developmental disabilities.

News of this much needed school spread quickly and within two years, Laradon was filled to capacity. At a time when few other services were available to children with disabilities, Laradon was a blessing for the many parents who were concerned about their children’s futures.

Within a short time, Laradon gained national recognition as an innovator of educational and training services for people with special needs. As referrals dramatically increased, the need for a larger facility, additional staff, and financial support became apparent and in 1950 Laradon moved to its current facility at 5100 Lincoln Street in northwest Denver, where services continue to expand and enrollments continue to rise.

In partnership with parents, professionals, philanthropic organizations and generous community members, Joseph and Elizabeth Calabrese created a training center for people seeking the opportunity to expand their work skills, a school for children with special needs, and housing for people in need of a home.

About Brivo Systems

Brivo Systems, LLC is a SaaS-based security management systems provider for organizations that need to protect and remotely monitor buildings and perimeter entry points. When introduced in 2001, Brivos Web-hosted physical access control system was a unique solutionafter a decade of evolution and innovation, it still is. Brivos groundbreaking physical access control and video solutions empower organizations by giving administrators real-time device control, including immediate visibility of security events and video in local or remote facilitiesanytime, anywhere.

The companys innovative, secure, and open architecture-based products and services enable businesses to protect people and assets, comply with regulations, and improve business operational efficiency. These scalable systemswhether standalone or appliance-based or cloud-basedoffer a solution for every type of business. Brivos security management products are a market-proven fit for commercial office buildings, warehouses, retail stores, manufacturing plants, and sensitive areas, such as server rooms or R&D labs, where real-time control and accountability of entry are important.

With headquarters in Bethesda, MD, Brivo is a wholly-owned subsidiary of The Duchossois Group, a privately held holding company headquartered in Elmhurst, Illinois, which also owns other industry leaders such as AMX, The Chamberlain Group, and Milestone AV Technologies. Duchossois also holds strategic interests in Churchill Downs, Inc., and a numb

As Kids Return to School, Viewpoints.com Offers Mommies Top-Rated Ideas for Enjoying Some Much Needed “Me” Time

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Chicago, IL (PRWEB) August 17, 2009

Moms across the country have packed lunch boxes, filled new backpacks with school supplies and waved teary goodbyes as the big yellow bus took their little ones back to school. But when the door closes and mommy examines her silent and empty house, a euphoric realization dawns on her. The kids’ vacation may be over, but hers is just beginning–mommy time is back!

Viewpoints.com, a leading consumer-generated ratings and reviews site wants to help mommies take advantage of the coveted phenomenon known as free time, so its members have reviewed their favorite beauty products, fitness products and other relaxation ideas. Take a minute to check out a few ideas to make the most of mommy time!

MIND

A summer of chasing after kids in the heat , keeping them constantly occupied with activities and enduring long trips listening to the relentless chant of “Are we there yet?” has undoubtedly taken a toll on moms’ mental health. The Viewpoints community shares its favorite relaxation techniques to help them regain sanity.


Watch. Escape from reality (and your collection of Disney movies) with a great romantic comedy. Viewpoints members have created their list of the best romantic comedies. Some of the top picks? The Proposal, Sex and the City movie and of course, Pretty Woman.

Cook. Moms can test that new recipe they’ve wanted to try out all summer long. Viewpoints members love the Italian dishes from Giada De Laurentiis’ cookbook, “Everyday Italian: 125 Simple and Delicious Recipes.” Viewpoints member Stef42678 says, “if you love to cook Italian food, this is a great addition to your cookbook collection and a must-have for any pasta lover.”

Nap. Kids just don’t appreciate naptime like they should, but Mommies will appreciate it even more with Bath and Body Works’ The Sweetest, Softest Nap Blanket on Earth. Reviewers say they love cuddling up with this blanket from Bath and Body Works and have given it the high ratings to prove it. Called “soft and snuggly wuggly” by one reviewer, The Sweetest, Softest Nap Blanket on Earth is the perfect addition to naptime.

Reminisce. Dozens of pictures have accumulated over the summer, now it’s time to do something with them. Reviewers love the Creative Memories PicFolio Minutes Album because it’s easy to put together and looks great when finished. “To date, it’s by far my favorite scrapbook album that I have completed,” CrystaBush says.

Massage. Get rid of those knots in the neck with the Homedics Squish Massaging Neck Pillow. Once fitted, the U-shaped bean-filled pillow is not only comfy, but a flip of a switch turns it into a massager. “It’s a fun pillow and does help ease my neck pain,” says PattyTherre, who also likes using it in the car on long trips.

BEAUTY

Some days moms don’t even have enough time to shave their legs (we’ve all been there). But they can turn their homes into a day spa by following these easy steps: Take the bath toys out of the tub, turn on some relaxing music, light a few candles and check out a couple of top-rated beauty and skin care products.

Invigorate. What better way to wash off the sticky peanut butter and jelly residue than with Skindecent Bermuda Beach Smoother Body Scrub. The all-natural, hand made-to-order creamy sugar scrub that comes in more than 100 scents. “The Bermuda Beach Smoother is like a little piece of paradise,” LaurieM says.

Moisturize. A longtime favorite, Viewpoints moms love Avon Skin So Soft Bath Oil Spray for its infinite number of uses: moisturizing skin, preventing razor burn, repelling insects, taking off Band-aids and more! “Skin So Soft has a wonderful scent that I loved to pour into bathwater for a relaxing and moisturizing treat,” Buggheart says.

Exfoliate. Do-it-yourself pedicures are a snap with Dr. Scholl’s Pumice Foot Scrub. The scrub uses a creamy moisturizing base laden with pumice granules and “also includes peppermint oil to refresh and invigorate feet,” njchicaa says.

Paint. Moms can finish off a self-pedicure with OPI, a nail polish favored by the professionals. Although OPI Nail Lacquer is a tad more expensive than some other nail polishes, our budget conscious reviewers say it’s actually a steal considering how long their manicures stay fresh and unchipped.

Primp. Plagued with mom hair? Try out a new hairstyle with the Chi Flat Iron. With its silk infusion system, the Chi hair straightener makes hair silky, shiny and frizz free. Users say the Chi straightening iron has high heat, does no damage and that their hair keeps the style for days.

BODY

It’s time to rejuvenate the body! How about finding inner peace with yoga, gaining flexibility with Pilates or even starting to train for a marathon? Moms can read reviews about the best fitness products on Viewpoints.

Step. Make each stride count with the Omron Premium Pedometer. Accuracy and convenience make this pedometer a Viewpoints favorite–just stick it in a pocket and let it work its magic. “I have tried many pedometers and have found this one to be the most accurate and dependable of all,” onyx95 says.

Burn. Mommies will sweat it out with the 30 Day Shred with Jillian Michaels exercise video. Utilizing Jillian’s 3-2-1 Interval System, the Jillian Michaels 30 Shred workout delivers an intense workout in a quick 20 minute time span. “Jillian Michaels has helped me shed that Mommy Flab,” lilsquibb says.

Tone. It’s time to get rid of those problem areas. The Danskin Now Pilates Magic Circle provides resistance for faster results for improved tone and muscle strength throughout the body. The Magic Circle lets moms “get lean, toned muscles and have fun while doing so,” sarahschmitt87 says.

Balance. Stretch closer to inner peace with a Yoga Balance and Exercise Ball. The yoga ball will tone muscles and abs, while allowing moms to workout in any room of the house. Viewpoints reviewers say it may take a while to get used to balancing on it, but once you do, you’ll never want to go back to other methods of working out.

Walk. What could be easier than walking? With FitFlops, moms can get a workout by just going through their daily routine. Called the “lazy person’s workout” by one reviewer, the Fit Flop sandals are actually powerful leg exercisers that work the thighs, calves, and glutes as you walk.

With all of these great ideas for mommy time, moms will look forward to watching that big yellow bus disappear around the corner. These are only a few suggestions to help them fill the day, but the possibilities are endless! Check out Viewpoints for more ideas and a chance to review your own favorite mommy time activities.

About Viewpoints

Founded in 2006, Viewpoints Network is a social technology and media company focused on helping consumers make smarter decisions. Viewpoints specializes in building communities and motivating “social influencers” to share their experiences by writing reviews, blogs, and how to guides while also participating in forums and contributing ideas that can be voted on. The Viewpoints Technology Platform helps to organize and present those contributions to enable other consumers to make purchase decisions. The Viewpoints Technology Platform powers Viewpoints.com and branded communities for customers like Sears Holdings (MySears.com).

Viewpoints Network, LLC is a privately held company headquartered in Chicago.

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New Local Search Engine in The Bahamas Called BahamasLocal.com Geared to Help Market and Local Businesses a Much Needed Internet Presence

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Nassau, Bahamas (PRWEB) November 3, 2009

BahamasLocal.com, The Bahamas first all encompassing user friendly search engine and business directory, designed to effectively market and promote local businesses, while also providing local establishments with a much needed internet presence is up and running. Currently an estimated 15,000 companies are listed on the search engine BahamasLocal.com

Chief Executive Officer of BahamasLocal.com Jason McDowall along with local shareholders, Dayne and Dionisio D’Aguilar, the owners of Super Wash Laundromat in The Bahamas have apparently invented what appears to be a winning formula that will significantly change the face of advertising and marketing for local businesses and The Bahamas, as a whole as a leading tourist destination. Also apart of the six-member BahamasLocal.com team is Director of Sales and Marketing, Kurt Melnechuk.

BahamasLocal.com affords local business owners with an opportunity to list their company’s actual name, location, contact information and general description for free, by logging onto the search engine Bahamaslocal.com. The local search engine also features up to date news, information, movie section, classifieds and current events on The Bahamas, a real estate and weather section. The search engine is also a great source for visitors wishing to learn more about The Bahamas.

“We have been working on BahamasLocal.com for the past three years and it has grown tremendously to the point that we now have a phenomenal search engine in place. Currently we have close to 15,000 businesses based in The Bahamas in our database,” commented Mr. McDowall.

With over 10 years of internet experience under his belt, Mr. McDowall explained that the idea of BahamasLocal.com was born a few years after he came to The Bahamas, while attempting to search the internet for various businesses located here in the country. He noted that it was difficult trying to find information on line about local businesses and so the idea of BahamasLocal.com was born.

“One of the good things about BahamasLocal.com is that every business owner in The Bahamas whether or not they have a website to promote their business, can now have a web presence whereby they can actually update and edit their company’s information. There are very few website or internet products like that,” Mr. McDowall added.

“We felt that there was a void and that there was definitely a need for a local internet search engine that would be exclusive for local businesses based in The Bahamas. My family is most delighted to partner in this most exciting business venture, which will no doubt tremendously assist local businesses here in The Bahamas ” commented Mr. Dayne D’Aguilar.

“It’s been a very exciting process, just to watch this search engine grow and develop. It has certainly become a major marketing tool for local based businesses and for the country on a whole, particularly for tourists wishing to find and learn more information about The Bahamas,” said Mr. Dionisio D’Aguilar, who also serves as President of The Bahamas Chamber of Commerce.

Mr. Melnechuk explained that persons searching the web for a particular local based company in The Bahamas, for instance a restaurant or night club can simply do so by going through their internet’s designated web page, where they will receive a number of search options which will provide them with a link to Bahamaslocal.com. Or he said that persons can log on directly to BahamasLocal.com and use the search engine’s search box.

While commenting on BahamasLocal.com’s new design Melnechuk said, “The idea was to make it interesting. We did not want it to look like a directory or a search engine. We wanted it to be informative and colourful and depict a lot about The Bahamas by using tropical colours.”

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Clear Thinking and Moderation Needed in Escalating EU Aviation Carbon Standoff

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London, UK (PRWEB) February 27, 2012

In a commentary uploaded to its website today, alternative investment portal carbon-investments.co.uk looks to the implications of the dispute between the European Union and several major states over the inclusion of international aviation in the EU ETS the EUs compulsory greenhouse gas emissions trading scheme. carbon-investments.co.uk is an initiative of Dezz* and provides a range of news, information and guidance on trading in carbon credits and wider aspects of investment in climate change cmitigation.

In his commentary, carbon-investment.co.uks Frank Quin notes that, while China was the first to vocalize strident opposition to the EUs move on aviation by ordering its various international carriers not to buy carbon credits or in any other way to participate in the EU ETS without specific authorization from Beijing other states soon weighed in. These include other heavyweights – the United States, Russia and Brazil. By the third week of February, a meeting of the so-called coalition of the unwilling some 26 countries had been convened in Moscow and agreement quickly reached on a range of what Reuters dubbed a basket of retaliatory measures. The carbon-investment.co.uk commentary notes that such action could include the re-imposition by Russia of an overfly tax on European airlines, abandoned during the early 2000s, which Quin describes as a measure replete in Cold War tit-for-tat.”

Quin observes that, if not defused at an early stage, this standoff between the EU and other major states has the potential to escalate in damaging fashion. He writes, Here, surely, if ever there was one, is a situation urgently requiring clear-headed, expert and impartial intervention from a universally respected international moderator with a track record of sound, workable solutions. In the regrettable absence of such a paragon, we have to make do with the ICAO the International Civil Aviation Organisation, an appendage of the United Nations.

The commentary in carbon-investments.co.uk notes that both sides to this dispute have seemingly recognized a role for the ICAO. But, as Quin observes, the ICAO as moderator would ideally bring a clear and consistent stance on climate change, aviations contribution to the process, the importance of mitigation by trade in carbon credits and other mechanisms, and all the related wisdom on dealing with global warming. The commentary continues: Regrettably, the ICAOs track record on climate change and aviations contribution is modest, to say the least. A visit to the ICAO website reveals no evidence of cohesion amongst the organization’s 191 member states, as regards the merits of carbon credits or otherwise, and with its climate change initiative stalled in a process of soliciting national emissions reduction plans from each. Quin describes the process as [l]ike getting 10th graders to do their homework, with the responses to date begrudging and uneven.

Yet the carbon-investments.co.uk commentary ends on an upbeat note. Perhaps this standoff can bring out the best in the staid UN body. As Quin says, Cometh the hour, cometh the ICOA.

To read the full article and learn more on the EU ETS aviation issue, visit carbon-investments.co.uk.

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The Business Finance Store Advises Business Leaders to Go Where They are Needed in Times of Crisis

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Fountain Valley, CA (PRWEB) September 11, 2011

With wildfires ranging throughout the state of Texas, Governor Rick Perry made the decision to miss a Republican candidate debate in order to monitor the conditions in Texas. While many criticized him and others praised him, Governor Perry made a decision, and like many business leaders, he went where he was needed. The Business Finance Store draws lessons for small business leaders faced with difficult decisions by looking at Governor Perry’s decision to stay in Texas in the blog post “In A Crisis, Go Where You’re Needed.”

Particularly in times of crisis, leaders are faced with difficult decisions that may affect the way there are perceived within their company, as well as externally. A smart business leader must weigh the costs and benefits of either decision to find what is best for his company. Advice from the Business Finance Store will help small business leaders the next time they are faced with the unfortunate task of managing conflicting obligations during times of crisis. Read more about how to Go Where Youre Needed at the Business Finance Stores blog.

The Business Finance Store is a business financing and consulting firm that offers customized Business Financial Solutions. Seasoned professionals offer assistance in a variety of financial solutions to help small businesses succeed such as: Business Financial Solutions, Legal Solutions, and Accounting Solutions.

The staff at The Business Finance Store understand that starting and growing a business is an exciting time. They keep it exciting by taking care of some of the most difficult aspects, by providing legal advice, helping with vital responsibilities like accounting & bookkeeping, and by obtaining business finance. They can quickly and easily guide entrepreneurs through many different complicated processes, and put them on the path to success.

For 10 years The Business Finance Store has been helping startups and other small businesses legally structure their companies, find the right franchises, get the funding they need, and to achieve the American Dream of owning their own successful business. Since expanding nationwide in 2007 they have helped thousands of companies and have funded over $ 60 Million in business credit lines, not including SBA loans. The Business Finance Store sees limitless potential in the current climate, and looks forward to many strong years of growth to come. Take some time to review their services, and give them a call.

For more information, or a free, no-obligation analysis of your business needs, visit The Business Finance Store, visit http://www.businessfinancestore.com. A member of their professional staff will contact you to discuss your business’ short and long-term goals. Whatever you need, The Business Finance Store is there.

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FinancialSuccessInstitute.org Announces It is Now Providing New Critical Information Needed by Subscribers to Set Up Their Self Directed IRA LLC

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Fairfax, VA (PRWEB) January 18, 2012

Financial Success Institute today announced it will provide information and other resources subscribers need to structure and set up a self directed IRA LLC. The basic structure is to open a self directed IRA and then have the IRA create a LLC that the IRA then invests all or part of the IRA money in. There are several benefits self directed IRA LLC owners gain this way.

Richard Geller, CEO and managing director of FinancialSuccessInstitute.org, stated today, “There are many ways to structure a self directed IRA. For low risk transactions, just having a custodian overseeing an IRA account is enough. However, when investments become more complex or when more risk is involved, creating a self directed IRA LLC is often the best answer. For instance, owning a 50-unit apartment building is like running a small business. There is going to be an onsite manager, a maintenance person, and an accountant. There’s no reason to pay a custodian fee every time they cut a check to pay salaries and expenses. Instead, the self directed IRA opens a limited liability company (LLC) which in turn opens a checking account allowing the self directed IRA LLC owner to issue checks and collect rent. Alternatively, the owner can assign the responsibility to the onsite manager. The point being, unnecessary custodian fees don’t have to be paid when a self directed IRA LLC is used.”

Geller adds, “That’s only one of many reasons our subscribers need critical information about how to structure a self directed IRA LLC. Many of our subscribers have become wealthy through alternative investing. Now it’s time they protect that wealth with a self directed IRA LLC. Asset protection is another hallmark of the self directed IRA LLC. Let’s say the self directed IRA LLC owner has the 50-unit apartment building plus a few other commercial properties. He or she will want to set up separate self directed IRA LLC accounts for each property. That way any lawsuit or liability from one property is limited to the self directed IRA LLC for that single property. If all the properties were owned by a single IRA or one self directed IRA LLC, then all of the properties could be vulnerable to an issue arising from any other property.”

Geller continues, “Another reason a self directed IRA LLC is useful is when multiple investors want to combine funds to make a purchase none of them can or want to make alone. The self directed IRA LLC provides the structure and policies that the members agree will manage their jointly owned assets.”

Geller emphasizes, “Here is a short article explaining the consequences that can result when the rules aren’t followed for the Self Directed IRA LLC.

Geller concludes, “As FinancialSuccessInstitute.org subscribers avail themselves to the new self directed IRA LLC resources, the Institute will be vigilant about making sure our subscribers fully understand everything they need to about the self directed IRA LLC. When subscribers need an expert to closely examine their individual self directed IRA LLC needs, the institute will put them in contact with the best self directed IRA LLC experts in the business.”

About FinancialSuccessInstitute.org. The Institute is devoted to educating readers and subscribes about investing alternatives and safeguarding wealth once acquired. Information regarding the Self Directed IRA LLC is only a small sample of resources available to subscribers. Besides details about the Self Directed IRA LLC, other information readers can access includes the self directed 401K, debt settlement, legally minimizing taxes, tax lien investing, and precious metal investing.

Disclaimer: Information here and at FinancialSuccessInstitute.org is not legal or professional advice regarding the Self Directed IRA LLC or any other retirement account activity. It’s intended only as general information sharing. Seek professional assistance regarding your specific circumstances and applicable laws to assure you understand the Self Directed IRA LLC or before taking any other retirement account action.

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MediSend International, BHP Billiton, and Estech Systems,Inc. Make Possible a $1.5 Million Shipment of Desperately Needed Medical Supplies to Pakistan

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Dallas, Texas (PRWEB) December 21, 2005

A Pakistan Airlines plane departed Houston Intercontinental on December 16th bound for Islamabad with over $ 1.5 million in desperately needed medical supplies and equipment. MediSend International, a Dallas-based non-profit with global influence, has made the life-saving shipment possible with the cooperation and generosity of Melbourne, Austalia-based BHP Billiton, the worlds largest diversified resources company, and Dallas-based Estech Systems,Inc., designers and manufacturers of innovative business telephone systems, as well as National Freight Industries who trucked the shipment from Dallas to Houston to begin the journey by air to Pakistan. The people of Pakistan are in desperate need of medical support and supplies following the devastating earthquake and after-shocks. A harsh winter is hampering the already slow-moving rescue and relief efforts.

BHP Billiton has taken a major initiative in Pakistan to relieve the suffering caused by the earthquake devastation. Prior to the tragic earthquakes, the company already had numerous community programs in place including drinking water, healthcare, education, and support for the social and economic advancement of women. Billiton has now partnered with MediSend in this greatly needed medical relief effort.

MediSend is collaborating with the World Health Organization in Islamabad to deliver the shipments to the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences Hospital in Islamabad and to outlying communities and villages not served by the main hospital.

Barry Irani, MediSends Vice Chairman and a native of India, has worked tirelessly with contacts in Pakistan to facilitate the shipment to meet the need for supporting mobile, medical field clinics and hospitals in the earthquake ravaged country. The cooperation proves that during times of pain and suffering, the two countries can cooperate for the benefit of a common goal.

MediSend International is a non-profit agency that addresses the needs of areas worldwide that otherwise might be left with very limited medical resources or without even basic treatment. With the help of strategic partners such as manufacturers, distributors, and hospital systems that donate surplus usable medical supplies and equipment desperately needed in developing countries, MediSend provides shipments of medical aid to pre-qualified public and charitable institutions that offer medical services abroad. Often, in these areas, doctors and medical practitioners are desperate for the likes of even the simplest items such as surgical gloves or clean syringes.

After MediSend collects supplies and biomedical equipment, the items are sorted, inventoried, repaired and shipped. Generous support from corporate sponsors enables MediSend to send shipments around the world to help ease the suffering of those in dire need of medical attention.

While MediSend has provided long-term strategic medical aid to Tsunami victims in Indonesia, Sri Lanka, and India, as well as to Afghanistan, Angola, Iraq, Nigeria, Ethiopia, Mexico, Equatorial Guinea, Chad, Kenya, and Colombia, the three containers en route to Pakistan will be the largest relief effort that they have undertaken to date.

Sadly, every year in the US over nine billion dollars worth of usable new and used surplus medical equipment, supplies, and instruments ends up as environmental waste and landfill. MediSend International, has been quietly assuming a global role in the recovery and distribution of surplus medical supplies and equipment. Jane Goodall sits on the Board of Medisend International and last year Mary Jo Myers, wife of General Richard Myers, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs, visited Dallas on MediSends behalf and was honored with the 2004 MediSend Humanitarian Award.

For photo opportunities or more information/interviews, call Lou Ann York at 214 343-1599 or visit http://www.medisend.org.

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Small Business Contractors Needed in Virginia, US Federal Contractor Registration Helping Vendors Register to Meet Demand

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St. Petersburg, FL (PRWEB) December 12, 2011

US Federal Contractor Registration is reporting a high number of contracting opportunities posted to the FedBizOpps website in Virginia. There are currently over 790 listings posted by federal contracting officers looking for qualified vendors to submit their bids immediately.

Contracting officers in Virginia have already awarded over $ 1 billion in contract awards in the state since the beginning of the 2012 fiscal year on October 1st, 7.30% of the amount awarded nationwide, according to the USASpending website. Of the 10,919 contracts awarded, about half were awarded to small businesses.

However, in order to meet federal mandates that at least 23% of all contracting dollars be awarded to small businesses, more companies capable of handling these federal contracts must complete their CCR registration and ORCA filing immediately. Every year, the federal government falls short of its procurement goal. In 2009, only 22% of the $ 442 billion set aside for small businesses was awarded, according to US Federal Contractor Registration. There are not enough qualified, properly registered businesses, said Dan Driscoll, treasurer at US Federal Contractor Registration. If there were, the government wouldnt have a problem meeting that goal.

In order to bid on and work government contracts, businesses must obtain a DUNS number and must complete CCR and ORCA registration. Successful contractors also develop aggressive government marketing plans which include the creation of a profile on government websites such as the SBAs Dynamic Small Business Search and automated bid notifications to their email. Eric Knellinger, President of US Federal Contractor Registration, is strongly encouraging small businesses to ensure their registration is complete and correct so they don’t miss out on the new opportunities available in government contracting. Information on how to win federal government contracts can be requested through the Contractor Helpline at (877) 252-2700 ext 1.

Unfortunately, many vendors who try to complete their CCR registration on their own run into problems. The Georgia Tech Procurement Assistance Center has reported that nearly 20% of all current CCR records contain errors or omissions. Judy Bradt has stated that in order to win their first contract, most businesses spend an average of 20 months and $ 100,000 marketing their business to contracting agencies. Problems with CCR and ORCA will cost those businesses even more time and money as even simple mistakes can disqualify a vendor from a contract award or even result in fines and punitive actions.

To help small businesses avoid costly errors, US Federal Contractor Registration is offering a free evaluation and review of vendors government registration, including their CCR registration and ORCA filing. During the evaluation, a Placement Specialist will review the companys government contractor registration to ensure it is complete, contains the correct information and is optimized to help them win government contracts. To receive this free evaluation, interested businesses should contact the toll free Contractor Helpline at (877) 252-2700 ext 1. Placement Specialists can also prepare a free government contracting profitability assessment to help business owners review government spending trends within their industry and identify current contracting opportunities.

US Federal Contractor Registration is a third party registration firm that has helped thousands of businesses complete their CCR registration and bid on contracts. US Federal Contractor Registration pairs businesses with a dedicated case manager who helps them every step of the way from initial registration to bidding on contracts. To request a free evaluation and assessment by a Placement Specialist for your business, call the Contractor Helpline at (877) 252-2700 ext 1 or visit our website at https://www.uscontractorregistration.com/.

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A More Productive and Sustainable Agriculture is Needed to Halve Hunger by 2015

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New York (PRWeb UK) September 22, 2010

A necessary component of meeting the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) by 2015 in many parts of the world is a more productive, profitable and sustainable agriculture. Four members of the International Fertilizer Industry Association (IFA) are attending the United Nations Private Sector Forum that is taking place as part of the UN Summit on the Millennium Development Goals on September 20-22 in New York. Asad Umar, President of Engro Corp, and Jim Prokopanko, President and CEO of Mosaic, represent some of the largest fertilizer manufacturers in Pakistan and the United States respectively. Stephen Wilkinson, Executive Director of the International Zinc Association and Patrick Murphy, member of the Board of Directors of the International Fertilizer Development Center (IFDC) will also be attending. They will be highlighting the importance of investing in agriculture to achieve the MDGs and the central role of fertilizers in improving the lives of millions of farmers worldwide by increasing yields and raising incomes.

Only five years are left to achieve the eight Millennium Development Goals. For most of the poor, agriculture is critical to attaining all the MDGs. When farming families manage to increase production, they can sell their surplus and raise extra income to pay for school fees, hospital visits, medicines and more nutritious food. To this end, Mosaic currently partners with Millennium Promise and will donate 2.1 million USD in inputs in 2010, said Jim Prokopanko.

Fertilizers directly contribute to the first goal of halving hunger and poverty increasing farmers revenues by raising their crop outputs and improving their nutrition and overall livelihood. But the fertilizer industry is also committed to building innovative partnerships that will enable farmers worldwide access to knowledge, technologies and capacities. Mr Umar and Mr. Prokopanko highlighted some of the important contributions made by members of their industry in UN-related projects including: the Millennium Promise and Millennium Village projects, the UN Global Compact, the UN Global Alliance for ICT and Development, relief efforts in Haiti and Pakistan and numerous agricultural development projects in Africa and Asia.

In fact, another IFA member, Agrium, a Canada-based major retail supplier of agricultural products and services in North and South America, announced today that it will be increasing its donation to Millennium Promise from its current 500,000 USD to 1 million USD in 2011. Agrium provides urea fertilizers to the Millennium Villages in Kenya and Nigeria and covers the cost of shipment.

Returning crops and the farmer to the centre of policy decisions is fundamental to achieving the (MDGs) and to sustainable development. As the food crisis of 2008 showed, governments, businesses, scientists and civil society groups must work together to enable the millions of farm families, especially smallholders and women farmers, to increase crop production sustainably through the maintenance of effective markets, more collaborative research, and committed knowledge sharing, said Asad Umar.

In a world where population and consumption are growing, working towards food security for all, including the availability, accessibility and affordability of sufficient food with the required nutrient value, is a responsibility shared by farmers, businesses, governments and other representatives of society.

The International Fertilizer Industry Association (IFA) is a trade association representing the global fertilizer industry. IFA member companies represent all activities related to the production and distribution of every type of fertilizer, their raw materials and intermediates. IFAs membership also includes organizations involved in agronomic research and training. IFA has some 525 members in about 85 countries. The global fertilizer industry produces some 170 million tons of fertilizer nutrients annually. These are used in every corner of the globe to support sustainable agricultural production and food security. http://www.fertilizer.org

The following IFA member companies are part of the UN Global Compact: Agrium, BASF, Bayer, DSM, Engro, Fauji, Indian Farmers Fertilisers Cooperative Limited, Mitsui, Mitsubishi, Qatar Fertilizer Company, Rashtriya Chemicals & Fertilizers Ltd, Sinochem, Tata Chemicals and Yara International.

The Mosaic Company is a US-based company, the world’s leading producer and marketer of concentrated phosphate and potash. Mosaic does more than two-thirds of its business outside the US; India and Brazil are its biggest international markets. http://www.mosaicco.com

Engro Corporation Limited is one of Pakistans largest conglomerates with businesses ranging from fertilizers to power generation. http://www.engro.com

Agrium Inc. is a Canada-based producer and retailer of nitrogen, phosphate, potash, and sulfate fertilizers. Agrium produces its fertilizer at a dozen plants in Canada and the United States. It is the only publicly traded company that crosses the entire agricultural value-chain with operations in North and South America. http://www.agrium.com

The International Zinc Association (IZA) is a non-profit organization helping to sustain the long-term global demand for zinc and its markets by promoting such key end uses as corrosion protection for steel and the essentiality of zinc in human health and crop nutrition. http://www.zinc-crops.org

The International Fertilizer Development Center (IFDC) is a public international organization addressing critical issues such as international food security, the alleviation of global hunger and poverty, environmental protection and the promotion of economic development and self-sufficiency. IFDC focuses on increasing productivity across the agricultural value chain in developing countries through environmentally sound crop nutrient technology and agribusiness expertise. http://www.ifdc.org

For more information, please contact:

Ms. Morgane Danielou, Director of Communications

International Fertilizer Industry Association (IFA)

Switchboard: +33 1 53 93 05 00

http://www.fertilizer.org

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