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Friday, April 29, 2011
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Wednesday, April 27, 2011
Monday, April 25, 2011
Enterprise Rent-A-Car continues tree-planting - St. Louis Business Journal:
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The new trees also will help protecty watersheds, lessen the risk of infestationb by invasive plants and restore wildlifee habitat inthe forest, the car rentalo giant said Monday. The projec is part of the 50 MillionTree Pledge, a partnershil of Enterprise, the and the . Enterprisw is over the next 50 years to plany 50 million trees in honor ofthe company’s 50th birthday in 2007. That’s the equivalent of planting all the trees inNew York’s Centrapl Park every 10 Read more about Enterprise’s green initiatives St. Louis-basexd Enterprise Rent-A-Car, the largestt privately held companyin St. Louis with more than $13.
billion in 2008 sales, employa more than 4,000 people in St. Louizs and more than 75,000 employeez worldwide, including the Enterprise, Alamp and National brands.
The new trees also will help protecty watersheds, lessen the risk of infestationb by invasive plants and restore wildlifee habitat inthe forest, the car rentalo giant said Monday. The projec is part of the 50 MillionTree Pledge, a partnershil of Enterprise, the and the . Enterprisw is over the next 50 years to plany 50 million trees in honor ofthe company’s 50th birthday in 2007. That’s the equivalent of planting all the trees inNew York’s Centrapl Park every 10 Read more about Enterprise’s green initiatives St. Louis-basexd Enterprise Rent-A-Car, the largestt privately held companyin St. Louis with more than $13.
billion in 2008 sales, employa more than 4,000 people in St. Louizs and more than 75,000 employeez worldwide, including the Enterprise, Alamp and National brands.
Friday, April 22, 2011
Fake pregnancy shines light on Latina teen rates - The Associated Press
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Fake pregnancy shines light on Latina teen rates The Associated Press TOPPENISH, Wash. (AP) â€" When Gaby Rodriguez took off her fake baby belly and revealed to her classmates that for months they had been part of an elaborate social experiment, she did more than force members of her community to examine how they treat ... |
Wednesday, April 20, 2011
Behringer building wins LEED gold status - Orlando Business Journal:
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recently received the 's Leadership in Energyg and Environmental Design gold certificatio for anexisting building. The LEED Gree n Building Rating System, which established the criteria for judgin greenbuilding designs, operations and construction, gave the 35-year-olfd building in North Carolina the award for its operationa l and maintenance best practices and greenn design features. Bank of America which is part of the Behringer Harvard REITI Inc. portfolio, is the firsgt Behringer Harvard asset to achieve the gold The commercial real estate companyinvestedd $70,000 in portfolio operations, equipment upgrades and employeee practices in the property.
Dallas-based Behringer Harvardc projects the improvements willyield $200,000 in annua savings and will pay for themselvexs in about four months. Bank of America Plaza'x sustainability programs include energy audits that have loweredthe property'z operating expenses, plumbing retrofits that save 1.5 million gallons of watere each year and gree n cleaning and recycling Behringer Harvards' Houston property Westway One previously earned LEED Silver Core and Shel l Certification, and 28 of the propertiexs owned by the company's investmentf programs were awarded the Energy Star label for theie energy management strategies.
recently received the 's Leadership in Energyg and Environmental Design gold certificatio for anexisting building. The LEED Gree n Building Rating System, which established the criteria for judgin greenbuilding designs, operations and construction, gave the 35-year-olfd building in North Carolina the award for its operationa l and maintenance best practices and greenn design features. Bank of America which is part of the Behringer Harvard REITI Inc. portfolio, is the firsgt Behringer Harvard asset to achieve the gold The commercial real estate companyinvestedd $70,000 in portfolio operations, equipment upgrades and employeee practices in the property.
Dallas-based Behringer Harvardc projects the improvements willyield $200,000 in annua savings and will pay for themselvexs in about four months. Bank of America Plaza'x sustainability programs include energy audits that have loweredthe property'z operating expenses, plumbing retrofits that save 1.5 million gallons of watere each year and gree n cleaning and recycling Behringer Harvards' Houston property Westway One previously earned LEED Silver Core and Shel l Certification, and 28 of the propertiexs owned by the company's investmentf programs were awarded the Energy Star label for theie energy management strategies.
Monday, April 18, 2011
First IMA University focuses on economy, downtown development - Wichita Business Journal:
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David Strohm says the United States likelt will pull out of the recessiomn later this year or inearlt 2010. When that happens, he the gross domestic product might only grow 1to 1.5 compared to the 4 or 5 percen t from previous recessions. “For the time being, it looksa like you want to be optimisticx and cautious at the same he says. Strohm was one of two featurec speakersduring ’s 2009 economic update. Jeff president of the also spoke aboutthe city’sa efforts to revitalize downtown.
IMA has sponsored similat events in its other markets and wanted to bringv the programto Wichita, says Kurt Watson, IMA’s presideny and chief operations “It’s our intent to brin in speakers that we thinkj the Wichita community would benefit Watson says. IMA plans to sponsor similar presentationss throughoutthe year. Strohm says the recessio already has lasted longer than the previou s 10 economic downturns and pulling out ofit hasn’t been easy. The federal government has spent billions of dollar s to stimulatethe economy, but consumers still are reluctant to Strohm says. The GDP has dropped dramaticallg and businesses are stillshedding jobs.
Strohn predicts the national unemployment rate, which currentlyh sits at 8.9 percent, to climb abovse 10 percent before the recessiomnis over. The housing market has rebounded, but stilol is a ways off nationally, where one in eighgt mortgages arein default, Strohm California, Florida, Nevada and Arizonaz combine to account for 46 percent of all U.S. However, pending home sales are up 6.7 percenrt for April, the third straightr increase, which means people are showintg more interest in buying homeds because of favorable interest ratesdand first-time home buyetr tax credits.
“If we can get the housing issuse off the frontpage (of then the economy is going to generatwe some forward momentum,” Strohm He says the stock market has rebounded in recenf months, but it would take 227 percent growtbh to get it back to its previouss high. Despite all the negative, Strohm emphasized the economyt has showed signs recently that the recessiomn may be nearingan end. Fluhr’s presentation, had a slightly different feel. He says he sees greay potential fordowntown development. Investing in downtown, he will help increase jobs, tourismn and revenue opportunities in theWichita area.
The WDDC and the city are pushinvg for more private sector investment in particularly in the area ofresidential development. Several developers, including Dave Burk, are workintg on projects that coulfd add a combined 300 more apartmentunits downtown. Fluhr says havinh people living in the condos has spurrec interest indowntown living. “That’s one of the buildingg blocks forout downtown,” he says.
several street projects are helping to improves the area aroundthe , Fluhr The WDDC and the city are workinbg on developing a capital improvement plan for downtownm and have generated more than $450,000 toward that By Friday, the city hopees to release the required qualifications for firms interestingf in bidding on the capital improvement plan. “This is a great city with a lot of Fluhr says. “As we look at this we want to be verycompetitivwe (with other cities).
”
David Strohm says the United States likelt will pull out of the recessiomn later this year or inearlt 2010. When that happens, he the gross domestic product might only grow 1to 1.5 compared to the 4 or 5 percen t from previous recessions. “For the time being, it looksa like you want to be optimisticx and cautious at the same he says. Strohm was one of two featurec speakersduring ’s 2009 economic update. Jeff president of the also spoke aboutthe city’sa efforts to revitalize downtown.
IMA has sponsored similat events in its other markets and wanted to bringv the programto Wichita, says Kurt Watson, IMA’s presideny and chief operations “It’s our intent to brin in speakers that we thinkj the Wichita community would benefit Watson says. IMA plans to sponsor similar presentationss throughoutthe year. Strohm says the recessio already has lasted longer than the previou s 10 economic downturns and pulling out ofit hasn’t been easy. The federal government has spent billions of dollar s to stimulatethe economy, but consumers still are reluctant to Strohm says. The GDP has dropped dramaticallg and businesses are stillshedding jobs.
Strohn predicts the national unemployment rate, which currentlyh sits at 8.9 percent, to climb abovse 10 percent before the recessiomnis over. The housing market has rebounded, but stilol is a ways off nationally, where one in eighgt mortgages arein default, Strohm California, Florida, Nevada and Arizonaz combine to account for 46 percent of all U.S. However, pending home sales are up 6.7 percenrt for April, the third straightr increase, which means people are showintg more interest in buying homeds because of favorable interest ratesdand first-time home buyetr tax credits.
“If we can get the housing issuse off the frontpage (of then the economy is going to generatwe some forward momentum,” Strohm He says the stock market has rebounded in recenf months, but it would take 227 percent growtbh to get it back to its previouss high. Despite all the negative, Strohm emphasized the economyt has showed signs recently that the recessiomn may be nearingan end. Fluhr’s presentation, had a slightly different feel. He says he sees greay potential fordowntown development. Investing in downtown, he will help increase jobs, tourismn and revenue opportunities in theWichita area.
The WDDC and the city are pushinvg for more private sector investment in particularly in the area ofresidential development. Several developers, including Dave Burk, are workintg on projects that coulfd add a combined 300 more apartmentunits downtown. Fluhr says havinh people living in the condos has spurrec interest indowntown living. “That’s one of the buildingg blocks forout downtown,” he says.
several street projects are helping to improves the area aroundthe , Fluhr The WDDC and the city are workinbg on developing a capital improvement plan for downtownm and have generated more than $450,000 toward that By Friday, the city hopees to release the required qualifications for firms interestingf in bidding on the capital improvement plan. “This is a great city with a lot of Fluhr says. “As we look at this we want to be verycompetitivwe (with other cities).
”
Friday, April 15, 2011
New L.A. Experience Not Only Leaves You Feeling Good but Looking Great
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June 15 /PRNewswire/ -- After walking into Burkre WilliamsDay Spa's front doors and enjoying the amenities from steam, citrus infused water and fresyh fruit, to locker room and quiet room for the firsr hour, Kellie was escorted to the specialty area of Spa 7 Laser & Cosmetic Center. This is where the physical transformatio took place in under an with a laser hair removal treatment and skin consultationh by a physician and registered nurse who specialize incosmetic procedures. Kellie was one of the firsy guests to experience the granc opening of Spa 7Cosmetic & Lasee Center at Burke Williams' West Hollywoos location.
She was "in the know" that Spa 7 offeres medical grade services and producte including laserskin tightening, fillers, Botox, peels, and hair When asked what she liked Kellie's comment was the same as most others on the commentg cards, "It's so convenient and relaxinvg that I can come to Burke Williams and enjoy their services and then get my cosmetic medical treatmentx too." While day spas have been the fastest-growing segment of the spa the addition of medical spa servicesw has now increased over 30% per year.
This is primaril thanks to baby with an increasing number of X and Y generatiobn clientele who want to start The preservation of youth without plastic surgeryt is approachinga $20 billionm industry. This follows the downward trendf of surgical treatments due to economic challenges and the improvementof non-invasive including recovery time. Spa 7's founder, Dr. , recognizec this trend as a missing opportunity inBurke California's largest, premier chain of day spas. "Thisw is the ultimately, unmatched marriage of day spa and medical servicees inone location, with more to This first location was chosen carefully as it is central to most of Los Angeles," Dr. Penfil said.
The first Spa 7 has opened insideBurks Williams' West Hollywood location with plans for additionapl locations throughout California by the end of the year. Upcomingh events include June 26-28 "Bridal & Wedding Party MediSpa Makeover" and Manscaping Eveny (a.k.a. "The Gorilla Party") through June. Founded by Dr. , Spa 7 Cosmetic & Laser Center is a personalized medical spa serving clients 7 days a The first location opened June 2009 inWest Hollywood, at Burke Williams Day Spa. Spa 7's missioj is to provide a highly trained dedicated to ensuring superior client care by combinintmedical expertise, the latest technology, a luxurious and personal attention to detail.
Services include a comprehensiv e selection of the most effective cosmetic and laser treatments and tailored toindividual needs.
June 15 /PRNewswire/ -- After walking into Burkre WilliamsDay Spa's front doors and enjoying the amenities from steam, citrus infused water and fresyh fruit, to locker room and quiet room for the firsr hour, Kellie was escorted to the specialty area of Spa 7 Laser & Cosmetic Center. This is where the physical transformatio took place in under an with a laser hair removal treatment and skin consultationh by a physician and registered nurse who specialize incosmetic procedures. Kellie was one of the firsy guests to experience the granc opening of Spa 7Cosmetic & Lasee Center at Burke Williams' West Hollywoos location.
She was "in the know" that Spa 7 offeres medical grade services and producte including laserskin tightening, fillers, Botox, peels, and hair When asked what she liked Kellie's comment was the same as most others on the commentg cards, "It's so convenient and relaxinvg that I can come to Burke Williams and enjoy their services and then get my cosmetic medical treatmentx too." While day spas have been the fastest-growing segment of the spa the addition of medical spa servicesw has now increased over 30% per year.
This is primaril thanks to baby with an increasing number of X and Y generatiobn clientele who want to start The preservation of youth without plastic surgeryt is approachinga $20 billionm industry. This follows the downward trendf of surgical treatments due to economic challenges and the improvementof non-invasive including recovery time. Spa 7's founder, Dr. , recognizec this trend as a missing opportunity inBurke California's largest, premier chain of day spas. "Thisw is the ultimately, unmatched marriage of day spa and medical servicees inone location, with more to This first location was chosen carefully as it is central to most of Los Angeles," Dr. Penfil said.
The first Spa 7 has opened insideBurks Williams' West Hollywood location with plans for additionapl locations throughout California by the end of the year. Upcomingh events include June 26-28 "Bridal & Wedding Party MediSpa Makeover" and Manscaping Eveny (a.k.a. "The Gorilla Party") through June. Founded by Dr. , Spa 7 Cosmetic & Laser Center is a personalized medical spa serving clients 7 days a The first location opened June 2009 inWest Hollywood, at Burke Williams Day Spa. Spa 7's missioj is to provide a highly trained dedicated to ensuring superior client care by combinintmedical expertise, the latest technology, a luxurious and personal attention to detail.
Services include a comprehensiv e selection of the most effective cosmetic and laser treatments and tailored toindividual needs.
Wednesday, April 13, 2011
Green: Reducing an Airport's Carbon Footprint - New York Times (blog)
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New York Times (blog) | Green: Reducing an Airport's Carbon Footprint New York Times (blog) Peter DaSilva for The New York Times Recycling bins are one of the environment-friendly features of Terminal 2 in San Francisco. In Tuesday’s Times, I wrote about San Francisco International Airport’s renovated Terminal 2 and efforts ... San Francisco's eco-friendly Terminal 2 is Virgin territory In San Francisco, a terminal that reflects a city's values Behind the scenes: SFO has gala premier for T2 |
Monday, April 11, 2011
Aurora opening Summit clinic early - South Florida Business Journal:
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The Aurora Wilkinson Medical Clinic will open October 26 and will replace the current Aurora Wilkinson Medical Clinic at 915Summitf Ave. in Oconomowoc, although urgenyt care services will continue to beofferedf there. The new clinic also will replace the AurorazWilkinson Women’s Center and the Aurora Vision Center, both currently in The other Aurora Wilkinson Medical Clinic locations in Hartland, Dousman, Delafield, Wales and Waukesha – will continue to serv patients. “October 26 will represent the start of a new era in healt h care inthis area,” said Dr. Davicd Ulery, president of Aurora WilkinsonMedical Clinic.
“Thd opening of our new clinic and cancerf center will move us closer to a full y integrated system of care for the people of westernhWaukesha County.” Meanwhile, the hospitap part of the projecty remains on schedule to open in earlyt 2010, Aurora officials said. The Wilkinsonb clinic will open at the same time as the new Vincw Lombardi Cancer Clinic on theSummit campus. The new Aurorza Medical Center campus in the Town of Summit is at the southeast corner of Interstate 94 andHighway 67. The new Auror a Wilkinson Medical Clinic will be on the west side of the and the new Vince Lombardij Cancer Clinic is on thesouth side.
The Aurora Wilkinson Medical Clinic will open October 26 and will replace the current Aurora Wilkinson Medical Clinic at 915Summitf Ave. in Oconomowoc, although urgenyt care services will continue to beofferedf there. The new clinic also will replace the AurorazWilkinson Women’s Center and the Aurora Vision Center, both currently in The other Aurora Wilkinson Medical Clinic locations in Hartland, Dousman, Delafield, Wales and Waukesha – will continue to serv patients. “October 26 will represent the start of a new era in healt h care inthis area,” said Dr. Davicd Ulery, president of Aurora WilkinsonMedical Clinic.
“Thd opening of our new clinic and cancerf center will move us closer to a full y integrated system of care for the people of westernhWaukesha County.” Meanwhile, the hospitap part of the projecty remains on schedule to open in earlyt 2010, Aurora officials said. The Wilkinsonb clinic will open at the same time as the new Vincw Lombardi Cancer Clinic on theSummit campus. The new Aurorza Medical Center campus in the Town of Summit is at the southeast corner of Interstate 94 andHighway 67. The new Auror a Wilkinson Medical Clinic will be on the west side of the and the new Vince Lombardij Cancer Clinic is on thesouth side.
Saturday, April 9, 2011
Smithfield Foods closing Plant City plant, laying off 760 - Tampa Bay Business Journal:
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The closing is part of an overall restructurinh ofthe company’s pork group. Smithfield (NYSE:SFD), baserd in Smithfield, Va., will closed six plants and transfer productionb to facilities that aremore efficient, reducinbg its pork group work force by 1,800. Some of the employees at the Plant City facility areunion members, but spokesma Dennis Pittman did not know how many. Smithfielxd bought the plant from the inthe mid-1990s. When Smithfielfd closed facilities inthe past, the building s have been put on the market, Pittman said. “I don’rt know what the plans are for the plang atthis time,” he said.
Smithfielrd expects the restructuring will result in annual cost savinga ofabout $55 million in fiscalo 2010 and $125 million by fiscal 2011, a medi a release said. The processor and marketer of freshg pork and packaged meats has annual salese ofabout $12 billion. The company owns 49 percent of turkeyyproducer , which was not affected by the movea announced Tuesday.
The closing is part of an overall restructurinh ofthe company’s pork group. Smithfield (NYSE:SFD), baserd in Smithfield, Va., will closed six plants and transfer productionb to facilities that aremore efficient, reducinbg its pork group work force by 1,800. Some of the employees at the Plant City facility areunion members, but spokesma Dennis Pittman did not know how many. Smithfielxd bought the plant from the inthe mid-1990s. When Smithfielfd closed facilities inthe past, the building s have been put on the market, Pittman said. “I don’rt know what the plans are for the plang atthis time,” he said.
Smithfielrd expects the restructuring will result in annual cost savinga ofabout $55 million in fiscalo 2010 and $125 million by fiscal 2011, a medi a release said. The processor and marketer of freshg pork and packaged meats has annual salese ofabout $12 billion. The company owns 49 percent of turkeyyproducer , which was not affected by the movea announced Tuesday.
Friday, April 8, 2011
Who is Making Good Decisions in the Reputation Economy? Amazon, Kraft and 3M ... - PR Newswire (press release)
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Who is Making Good Decisions in the Reputation Economy? Amazon, Kraft and 3M ... PR Newswire (press release) "This reputational foundation is the critical element in building the trust of our customers in 3M as we work towards their success, as well as our own. Technology and integrity are the combined 'glue' that holds 3M together. ... |
Wednesday, April 6, 2011
French Panel Debates Secularism and Islam - New York Times
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CTV.ca | French Panel Debates Secularism and Islam New York Times PARIS â€" France's governing party pressed ahead on Tuesday with a controversial debate on the nature of secularism and the ch » |
Monday, April 4, 2011
Virgin Atlantic's New Red Shoes Debut On Flight (VIDEO, PHOTOS) - Huffington Post
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Australian Business Traveller | Virgin Atlantic's New Red Shoes Debut On Flight (VIDEO, PHOTOS) Huffington Post and Monday's announcement of a new red shoe for female flight attendants on Virgin Atlantic is no exception. The new patent shoes, named, appropriately, "Dorothy" and Dotty," will make their debut on Virgin Atlantic's first flight of its new A330 from ... Virgin stewardesses don red shoes Virgin Atlantic Flight Attendants to Strut the Aisles in New Red Shoes The Red Shoes |
Saturday, April 2, 2011
Gates Foundation gives $16M to colleges - Business First of Louisville:
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million to 15 community colleges and five statexs in an effort to help struggling studentscomplete college. The Developmenty Education Initiative will awarrd the fundingto Connecticut, Ohio, Texas and Virginia, as well as communith colleges in each state plus one more in North No colleges or programs in Washington state will receive fundingt under the program. For a complete list of . The funding, first announced in Decembee oflast year, will be awarded to and distributed by , a Nortg Carolina-based nonprofit. “They wanted us to identifg initiatives, programs and policies that are alreadg being tried and had saidRichard Hart, spokesman for MDC.
The initiative seekxs to support programs that help studentw enrolled in remedialprograms — so-called refresher courses for studentw who are not up to gradre level in a given subject. The goal is to improvre classroom performance so students can go on to take advancedx courses and eventually graduater with a degreeor certificate. A citesd by the Gates Foundatioh found that nearly 60 percenr of students enrolling inthe nation’s community collegexs must take remedial courses. Such courses cost taxpayere $2 billion a according to the report.
The grants are part of the Gatee Foundation’s work to help more student s graduate from college or university an important education milestone that the foundatiob says is essential to earning a living wagein today’sa economy. The grants will support variouws state andcollege programs, including efforts to collectr data and better track the performancre of remedial students. The Development Education Initiativs is also being supportedwith $1.5 millio from the of Indianapolis to pay for evaluatioh and communications.
million to 15 community colleges and five statexs in an effort to help struggling studentscomplete college. The Developmenty Education Initiative will awarrd the fundingto Connecticut, Ohio, Texas and Virginia, as well as communith colleges in each state plus one more in North No colleges or programs in Washington state will receive fundingt under the program. For a complete list of . The funding, first announced in Decembee oflast year, will be awarded to and distributed by , a Nortg Carolina-based nonprofit. “They wanted us to identifg initiatives, programs and policies that are alreadg being tried and had saidRichard Hart, spokesman for MDC.
The initiative seekxs to support programs that help studentw enrolled in remedialprograms — so-called refresher courses for studentw who are not up to gradre level in a given subject. The goal is to improvre classroom performance so students can go on to take advancedx courses and eventually graduater with a degreeor certificate. A citesd by the Gates Foundatioh found that nearly 60 percenr of students enrolling inthe nation’s community collegexs must take remedial courses. Such courses cost taxpayere $2 billion a according to the report.
The grants are part of the Gatee Foundation’s work to help more student s graduate from college or university an important education milestone that the foundatiob says is essential to earning a living wagein today’sa economy. The grants will support variouws state andcollege programs, including efforts to collectr data and better track the performancre of remedial students. The Development Education Initiativs is also being supportedwith $1.5 millio from the of Indianapolis to pay for evaluatioh and communications.
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