Michael Torchia, founder of Operation Fitness, will be launching his Shape Up America Campaign 30-city tour with a free Health and Fitness Event at Pershing Square Park in Downtown Los Angeles on March 14th, 2010. Sinbad will act as Master of Ceremonies for the Awards portion of the event honoring Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger (Health Advocate Lifetime Achievement Award), Cesar Millan (Animal Health Advocate Achievement Award), Mayor Villaraigosa and Councilwoman Jan Perry.

Inside Business with Fred Thompson announces as part of its 2010 Editorial Calendar, a new series on Decreasing Costs in Corporate America through the Effective Management of Resources.

Although many of America's corporations may be equipped with a variety of valuable resources, it is the management of those resources that helps determine their success. Now, more than ever, businesses are looking to cut costs, and one of the best ways to do so is through effective management.

Inside Business with Fred Thompson announces as part of its 2010 Editorial Calendar, a new series on Increasing Efficiency in Corporate America.

In order to survive these uncertain economic times, many of America's corporations are cutting back and downsizing. And, while operational expenses are being lowered, for many businesses, the additional workload comes at a high price. From a decrease in output and productivity, to diminished customer service ratings, many of these businesses are experiencing additional losses.

Congratulations to Reggie Shropshire, ActionCOACH North Carolina, for being one of eight presenters at the America's Conference.

With just over 300 coaches in North America, Reggie was selected to deliver a powerful message around building a business via leveraged contacts. His presentation provided not only the framework but also the steps to implement the concept to build a successful business.

GoldenNetworking.com will host America Leaders Forum 2010, "Meeting the Job Creation Challenge" (http://www.AmericaLeadersForum.com), on January 21st in New York City; this forum will evaluate the need for the government to extend tax credits to strategic private investments, as requested by several think tanks through the press.

GoldenNetworking.com will host America Leaders Forum 2010, "Meeting the Job Creation Challenge" (http://www.AmericaLeadersForum.com), on January 21st in New York City. This forum is organized in response to President Obama's challenge to the private sector to identify initiatives that create jobs and grow the economy.

In her first foray into the literary market, Mississippi-native Jennifer Crane has published her novel Coopers Crossing, a story of four generations of her family struggling to come of age in the 20th century as America changes and grows.

Mrs. Crane used events from her own life to inspire this fictional work that poignantly tells how her family, through their faith, overcame The Great Depression, World War II, the Vietnam War, natural disasters, family disasters and every day events over nearly 100 years.

What does it mean to be an American citizen? Why is it important to keep God in the Pledge of Allegiance? Are there anti-Americans living among us who want to change our form of government?

Author Albert F. Chestone a retired FBI agent and proud American Patriot, addresses these questions and many more in his new book What America Means to Me. Drawing from the voices of many authors, historians and political figures, Chestone has produced a comprehensive anthology of essays and speeches about the uniqueness of America and the American experience.

The promotion of entrepreneurship in America, which in turn will lead to job creation, is the goal of GoldenNetworking.com's America Leaders Forum 2010, "Meeting the Job Creation Challenge" (http://www.AmericaLeadersForum.com), January 21st, New York City. This forum is organized in response to President Obama's announcement to convene a White House forum next month to discuss ways to create jobs and grow the economy.

GoldenNetworking.com is inviting Chief Executive Officers, Small and Medium-sized Business owners, economists and labor leaders to America Leaders Forum 2010, "Meeting the Job Creation Challenge" (http://www.AmericaLeadersForum.com), January 21st, New York City, to present their proposals to ensure sustained job creation for the next 20 years by the private sector. This forum is organized in response to President Obama's announcement to convene a White House forum next month to discuss ways to create jobs and grow the economy.

On October 29, the latest film transfer from DFRFX was seen at the Hollywood office of the Directors Guild Of America. EDI Media, Inc. (W. Covina, CA) chose DFRFX to transfer the trailer for the 2009 Chinese American Film Festival (CAFF). The CAFF festival premiered at the DGA theater, on this night.

To produce the trailer, DFRFX transferred a digital video file from DVD to 35mm motion picture film. The digital video of the trailer was delivered using Apple ProRes422 codec. Filmout was performed at the DFRFX San Diego facility.

U S Building Consultants, Inc. will be assisting in the National Training and Certification Program on Chinese and Defective Drywall in America created by the Building Envelope Science Institute (BESI) for Inspectors, Project Managers, Consultants and Remediators on October 25 – 27, 2009 at the Hyatt Regency Orlando International Airport Hotel Orlando, Florida. The training program will offer certifications for the title designation of Certified Defective Drywall Inspector (CDDI), Certified Defective Drywall Consultant (CDDC) and Certified Defective Drywall Remediator (CDDR).

U S Building Consultants, Inc. will be assisting in the National Training and Certification Program on Chinese and Defective Drywall in America created by the Building Envelope Science Institute (BESI) for Inspectors, Project Managers, Consultants and Remediators on October 25 – 27, 2009 at the Hyatt Regency Orlando International Airport Hotel Orlando, Florida. The training program will offer certifications for the title designation of Certified Defective Drywall Inspector (CDDI), Certified Defective Drywall Consultant (CDDC) and Certified Defective Drywall Remediator (CDDR).

With more and more Americans out of work, networking is becoming as ever more popular. Networking communities, online social networks and informal leads groups are springing up all over the country. However, author Bonnie Ross-Parker says “there is a difference between networking that is 'hit or miss'—'trial and error' versus networking that hits the bull's eye,” in her new book ’42 Rules for Effective Connections.”

FundingPost announced this year’s winner of the Pitching Across America Competition. Ivy Exec was elected as the National Winner for 2009. The competition aims to identify the hottest emerging companies in the country, with angel investors and VCs providing their expert opinions. This is the 6th year of the competition. All previous years winners of the competition have gone on to successfully raise capital.

Dean Hybl, a former college sports information director and long-time journalist and public relations professional, announces the creation of a new network of sports web sites under the brand Sports Then and Now that are designed to provide passionate sports fans with a place where they can find analysis and information about current sports happenings, but also remember the great moments, players and teams in the history of sports.

How often do you hear stories of struggling musicians selling their cars for a guitar and a dream, then borrowing money from their parents to traveling to L.A. or New York for a shot at their big break. Or you hear about hip-hop musicians or rappers performing on a street corner in their city just trying to get noticed by a music industry executive. Well for Hip-Hop, R&B, Latin Pop/Rap, or Reggae music artists who are unsigned and have dreamed of obtaining a recording contract, their ship has finally rolled in.

How often do you hear stories of struggling musicians selling their cars for a guitar and a dream, then borrowing money from their parents to traveling to L.A. or New York for a shot at their big break. Or you hear about hip-hop musicians or rappers performing on a street corner in their city just trying to get noticed by a music industry executive. Well for Hip-Hop, R&B, Latin Pop/Rap, or Reggae music artists who are unsigned and have dreamed of obtaining a recording contract, their ship has finally rolled in.

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The C12 Group, America’s leading peer-board network of Christian CEOs and business owners, will hold its annual Leaders Conference Nov. 4-7, 2009, in San Antonio at the Hyatt Regency Hill Country Resort & Spa.

Inc. magazine has ranked MedSource number 1232 on its third annual Inc. 5000, an exclusive ranking of the nation’s fastest-growing privately held companies. With a rapid growth rate of 258 percent over the past three years, the Houston-based Contract Research Organization (CRO) also earned a place in the top 100 health industry companies; coming in at No. 87. The Inc. 5000 is the most comprehensive look at the most important segment of the economy – America’s independent-minded entrepreneurs. Taken as a whole, these companies represent the backbone of the U.S. economy.

During the next several months NLV Media will be strategically meeting with both International Internet investors and several of the leading media companies seeking an end-user for this premium digital asset. NLV Media and other digital experts point to "America.TV" as a very unique opportunity-in-time for the investors and developers in the new-media space on an International level.

The current economy has many people second guessing a lot of personal and financial matters. No longer satisfied with following a career path defined by someone else, professionals are wondering if self-employment may be their key to a better and more fulfilling life. These people are passionate, but hesitant on making the leap to self-employment. They are looking for inspiration and advice on whether self-employment is right for them.

Cornerstone Detention Products, Inc. of Tanner, Ala. has earned a ranking of 2,223 on the 2009 Inc. 5000 list, published by Inc. magazine. The company previously appeared on the list of fastest-growing private companies in America in 2007 with a ranking of 4,221.

Cornerstone Detention Products, an international supplier of engineered detention products and services, has experienced tremendous growth since the company was formed in 1998. Current projects include:

• Cobb County Jail in Georgia with a $14,900,000 contract amount

Appia Communications has been named to Inc. magazine’s list of the nation’s fastest-growing private companies for the third straight year.

Appia, a provider of managed IT and telecom services to small and midsize companies and organizations, earned an overall ranking of 2674 on this year’s Inc. 5000. The 2009 list measures revenue growth from 2005 through 2008. Appia’s revenues more than doubled.

Inc. magazine has ranked Visix no. 2221 on its third annual Inc. 5000 with three-year sales growth of 141.5%. The list is an exclusive ranking of the nation's fastest-growing private companies and it represents the most comprehensive look at the most important segment of the economy – America’s independent-minded entrepreneurs.

Anisa International, Inc. Joins Annual List of Top 5,000 Fastest Growing Companies.

Cosmetic brush manufacturer Anisa International, Inc., joins the Inc. Magazine list for the first time as one of the fastest growing private companies in America.

Nutricap Labs, a leading provider of nutraceutical services such as contract manufacturing, packaging, labeling and order fulfillment, today announced its placement on the 2009 Inc. 5,000 list.

Je Beau International announced today that their subsidiary; Salon Beauchesne, has been named to the “Top 100 Hottest Salons in America” by Salon City Magazine of Beverly Hills CA.

It’s going to be Big. The anticipation is on for “The Big Sessions” party in Atlantic City during dance music’s newest and biggest event week. DJ Times’ 2009 International DJ Expo, held from August 10-13 in Atlantic City, N.J. is the premiere dance music industry convergence of the year. THE BIG Sesions party at Club Worship, inside the House of Blues - Atlantic City on Monday evening, August 10th kick starts the DJ Times’ DJ Expo into high gear.

The brand-new Gen2 electric vehicle charging stations have all the features and advantages of their globally networked cousins, but the improvements, all-new features and dramatically lower price of these Gen2 units put them technically and functionally light years ahead.

Significant new improvements include the electric vehicle charging stations coming in a much smaller, compact footprint that unlike the older versions are completely unobtrusive, much safer and much more convenient to use.