(PRBuzz.com) January 17, 2013 -- Gerrard Larriett Aromatherapy Pet Care recently announced a partnership with Charles the Monarch in order to raise funds for Big Cat Rescue. Gerrard Larriett is the maker of a line of aromatherapy pet products including pet shampoo and pet conditioner. Charles the Monarch is the now world-famous dog, whose owner Charles Painter had him groomed to resemble the Old Dominion University mascot, a lion. The Labrador-poodle mix recently made headlines when several people in his home town of Norfolk, Virginia mistook him for an actual lion resulting in numerous 911 calls. Gerrard Larriett owner Dakarai Larriett reached out to Painter and together they are partnering to use this dog that looks like a lion to save big cats.

Larriett, Painter and Charles the Monarch hope to raise $10,000 for Big Cat Rescue over the next month by donating a portion of the proceeds from the sale of Gerrard Larriett products. Customers who purchase Gerrard Larriett grooming products from their website www.gerrardlarriett.com with promo code "Charles" will receive 25% off of the products and Larriett will donate 10% of each purchase directly to Big Cat Rescue.

Big Cat Rescue is the world's largest accredited sanctuary dedicated entirely to abused and abandoned big cats. Many of these cats are engendered and would stand no chance in the wild. Currently Big Cat rescue is caring for over 100 lions, tigers, bobcats, cougars and other species that have been abandoned, abused, orphaned or saved from poachers. Since 1992, Big Cat Rescue has been the lifeline for these at risk cats and now Gerrard Larriett and Charles the Monarch have stepped up to strengthen that lifeline.

Larriett holds a BS in Management and Economics from the University of Alabama and an MBA from NYU Stern and is a natural entrepreneur. After gaining valuable experience at large cosmetics companies like L'Oreal and Elizabeth Arden, Larriett married his cosmetics experience with his love of animals, especially his beloved miniature poodle Dada Jacob, to create the Gerrard Larriett Aromatherapy Pet Care company. The company and its line of natural pet products is the result of Larriett's childhood experience with a pet who hated taking baths.

Gerrard Larriett Aromatherapy Pet Care is an in home spa experience for pets that therapeutically tackles the odors that come along with pet ownership. The line includes pet shampoo and pet conditioner, pet freshening and shining spray and handmade deodorizing soy candles for the home. The scents have been personally chosen and each grooming product is designed to be adored by even the most demanding cat, dog or pet parent. As Larriett explains, "The collection is presented as an array of top quality fragrances that span pet shampoo & conditioner, pet freshening and shining spray and handmade deodorizing soy candles for the home. Now your pet and you can share a soothing aromatherapy experience with each bath, touch-up spray or candle burn."

Gerrard Larriett Aromatherapy Pet Care products are carried in 13 luxury pet stores across North America and have proven to be extremely popular with pet owners everywhere. The products make perfect gifts for pet lovers and the top-selling handmade aromatherapy deodorizing soy candles don't stay on the shelves for too long. What makes the products even more special is that they are all made in the USA to exacting quality specifications.

To learn more about these exciting pet products visit the Gerrard Larriett website or find them on Facebook. For more information about Big Cat Rescue visit their website and to read about Charles The Monarch view any of the many stories about him online.

Media Contact:
Gerrard Larriett Aromatherapy Pet Care
208 W23rd Street #306
New York, NY 10011
www.gerrardlarriett.com
1-888-972-7662
press@gerrardlarriett.com

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(PRBuzz.com) January 17, 2013 -- Zameen.com has rolled out its Email Alert tool. This is yet another handy tool coming from the platform of Zameen which is already known for a range of original and unique products. The site reckons that this tool will go a long way in helping people find properties in Pakistan that are up for grabs.

Zameen is one of those property portals of Pakistan which have not only vowed to offer the best of services but have also stayed true to their promise. The newly rolled out Email Alert tool is one step in this regard that will make the process of hunting the perfect property in Pakistan a whole lot easier. All anyone needs to do, in order to set up an alert is punch in their email address in alert bar. These alert bars can be found at the top and bottom of all property listings on Zameen.com. How it works is actually pretty simple. It records the search criteria of users and generates automated email alerts whenever properties, matching their search criteria, go live on Zameen.com.

Members can even choose their desired frequency for these alerts - as these emails can be sent ASAP, daily, weekly or even on a monthly basis. By sending out regular updates, this tool keeps the members updated, gives them a fair chance at striking a dream deal by letting them know about the latest properties in the market pronto, and eliminates the need and the hassle of going browsing the categories manually. These alerts can also be managed via the tools section in Zameen Profolio where users can also remove alerts for whichever property they like, add more to their list as well as view the existing alerts and make changes to their search criteria.

According to Shaista Zulfiqar, Marketing & Communication Manager at Zameen, 'Zameen is all for making original, simple yet comprehensive tools without complicating things too much.' As per Zulfiqar, the Property Alert tool too would 'go a long way in helping people stay updated as well as hunt the perfect properties in Lahore, Karachi and all other cities of Pakistan.'

About Zameen - Zameen.com, the prime Pakistan real estate portal, is also the no. 1 choice of investors, realtors, agencies, general buyers, sellers and renters. The site is credited with revolutionising the way online buying and selling is done in Pakistan. As the host of extensive property listings, Zameen.com also offers a plethora of original, unique and handy tools and features.

(PRBuzz.com) January 17, 2013 -- Love Real Estate, which operates six residential offices at Thornbury, Preston, Reservoir, Thomastown, Mill Park and Epping, has today announced the sale of a $3 million mixed use redevelopment site in Northcote.

Details of the property is as follows:
• Land area approx. 620 sqm.
• Two separate titles - approx. 12m x 24.5m and 16m x 21.5m
• Existing brick buildings
• Sought after Northcote location

According to the Love Real Estate Marketing Manager, the property is suitable for either residential or commercial redevelopment.

The building, which comprises a brick warehouse with first floor offices, plus a saw tooth brick warehouse, is being offered for lease for holding income or can be redevelop straight away.
"This is a fantastic chance to secure a development opportunity in this popular city fringe suburb," says the Melbourne real estate marketing manager.

Other buildings available through this real estate company include several commercial properties that offer versatile warehouse and office spaces, attractive sound and long term investment opportunities, and are on show at www.loverealestate.com.au.

"These opportunities don't come along very often," adds the Real estate Melbourne Marketing manager for Love Real Estate, who leads a highly experienced and dedicated team of property specialists who provide clients with straight forward, honest advice in all commercial property matters whether selling, buying or leasing.

Besides offering commercial properties for sale or lease, the Love Real Estate's spokesperson says their skilled property managers also provide professional property management services to many hundreds of clients.

"Whatever your commercial property needs, rest assured we've got you covered," assures the Marketing Manager.

ABOUT LOVE REAL ESTATE
Love Commercial represents the natural expansion of the family run Love Real Estate residential network founded in 1945 by Mr. E J Love. The original office of Love Real Estate was established in the newly created Melbourne suburb of Reservoir. Love Commercial was established in 1997 and now offers a specialist service in Commercial and Industrial Real Estate from Footscray in Melbourne's west, around the city's northern fringe, to the Dandenong ranges in Melbourne's east.

For further information about northern Melbourne real estate solution, please visit the following website:

http://www.loverealestate.com.au/

Love Real Estate, 1, 2 Ralph Street
Reservoir Victoria 3073
reservoir@loverealestate.com.au
(www.loverealestate.com.au)

(PRBuzz.com) January 17, 2013 -- Concrete has come a long way over the years, and no other company knows it better that Ryder Concreting Geelong, which is today announcing the introduction of several new ranges of fantastic decorative finishes suitable for inside or outside the home or office.

"We have had a successful year in 2012, and we are again looking forward to another productive year in 2013, and after having had a restful and celebratory Christmas, we are back and now more than ever are ready to server our loyal customers to the best of our ability," says a spokesperson at Ryder Concreting Geelong.

"We have since brought in some new finishes, and we hope they'll be used to decorate and beautify the home, we are honored to be the company of choice for our customers," adds the spokesperson.

At Ryder Concreting Geelong, there is a range of concrete services, equipment hire and concrete surfaces available that customers can chose from. Ryder sees itself as a provider of products that prevent weeds from taking over the home, offer low maintenance, are durable, last for years, give value for money, and look great in their many colours and finishes.

The other services and products that the new arrivals compliment at Geelong concreting include:
Concrete slabs Geelong and concrete floors
Geelong pool concreting
Crossover concreting Geelong
Concrete footpaths
Concrete driveways Geelong
Concrete repairs and resurfacing Geelong
Concrete tilt panel - new innovation, quick and easy to erect.

"We invite you to go see our Geelong concreting Gallery of images, which will give you an idea of the types of projects we have finished and some ideas for your own project," says the company's spokesperson.

For further information or to receive a price quote, please visit the Ryder Concreting website at www.Rydercon.com.au

Phone: 0433 235 913

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(PRBuzz.com) January 17, 2013 -- Brookside Marina Boat Rentals of Naples just announces two new additions to their boat rental options in preparation for the 2013 Naples boating season. The two new vessels are both deck boats with 115 horse power Yamaha engines and they make a great addition to the existing Brookside fleet. The owners of Brookside Marina Boat Rentals are excited to add these two new boats to their fleet and they bring the total number of vessels in the fleet to over 13 boats.

Brookside is known to have the best rental prices in Naples and each year boaters from across the region turn to the rental company for their boating needs. The company offers boats that can accommodate from one to eleven people and each boat has a large bimini to protect against the sun. Each boat is equipped with a full color chart of the waterways renters will be sailing in and all contain life jackets of every size as well as the required safety equipment as directed by the U.S. Coast Guard.

Brookside customers are usually those who want to see Naples as it was meant to be seen, from its waterways. By renting a private boat they are able to take their time and explore what Naples has to offer. This includes the beautiful homes along the waterways as well as some of Florida's most spectacular wildlife in their natural surroundings. Rentals are available for two hours, a half day or a full day. To learn more visit the Brookside Marina Boat Rentals website or call 239.793.2628. The website features the full list of rental rates by boat and length of time rented. Visitors to the website can also see the entire list of vessels available and their capacity.

CONTACT:
Brookside Marina Boat Rentals
2015 Davis Blvd
Naples, FL
239.793.2628
http://www.brooksideboatrentals.com/

(PRBuzz.com) January 17, 2013 -- A beautiful blend of technology and creativity can do wonder! Keeping this in mind every web based solution designed by VINR Corp happens to be a beautiful blend of technology with innovation.

India in recent years has emerged as hot spot outsource location for European and American nations. Thanks to its rising IT Solutions companies that have earned name and fame across the globe in delivering quality and time bound services to foreign based clients. VINR Corp, a Delhi based company is one among such companies. You will be surprised to know about the custom bound web services designed and carried out by VINR Corp. Be it Back Office Support Services, Online or Offline Data Entry Services or any other services , it expertise's in all.

The well knitted team of expert and talented professionals at VINR Corp offers a wide spectrum of IT services that includes:

• Web Designing & Development
• Back Office Support Services
• Data Entry Services
• Accounting Service
• Offline Data Entry Services
• Search Engine Optimization
• Customer Relation Services
• Internet Research & Marketing
• Database Services
• Software Development

Back Office Support Services provided by VINR Corp provides end-to-end solutions to client's need. It helps them to meet the needs of BPO industries and also wire line, wireless, and other emerging telecommunications operators. It operates across various domains including optical, IP, data, video and telephony networks, and power and energy technologies. VINR Corp with a proven track record is known for its world class Chat Support Services. Today the BPOs are hiring their Chat Support Services to get better results.

VINR Corp also acts as professional Online Data Entry Companies by delivering prompt services that helps many online retailers across the world in maintaining their online stores without compromising on the quality, productivity and turnaround time. It offers flexible pricing models to suit client's need and requirements. Outsource Accounting Services in India carried out by VINR Corp not only saves the time and money but also lowers the unnecessary work burden of their foreign clients. Today many industries across various verticals like Banking, Real Estate, Hospitals, Insurance, Legal & Marketing, etc.are benefitting from VINR Corp Outsourced Accounting Services India.

VINR Corp believes in delivering world-class and cost effective services for website design & software development. It helps clients in achieving the best from outsourcing and believes in long-term client relationships.

About The Company:

VINR Corp being a global IT Solution service provider offers latest technology enabled business solutions to its worldwide clients. With the perfect combination of innovative solutions, process excellence and quality service, the company is delivering unparallel outsourcing services.

VINR Corp provides diverse business and technology services ranging from data entry services to image processing services with the assurance high quality and efficient results. As to get you unmatched services and results, the teams at VINR Corp comprise graduates in Business Management, Computer Science, Accounting and Fine Arts with expertise in the areas of Marketing, Finance, Web Technologies, Database Management, Computer Graphics and Animation. Besides, as customer satisfaction is the priority for VINR Corp thus it always strives to maintain long lasting relations with its clients by providing more than just satisfying results.

Contact Us :
VINR Corp
Address :
342, Vardhaman Grand Plaza,
Manglam Place, Sector 3,
Rohini,
Delhi - 110085, India
Ph. : +91-11-47011639,+91-11-27948393,+91-11-27941224
Email Id : info@vinrcorp.com
Website : www.vinrcorp.com

CONTACT:
Lee Kaplan
Incredible Discoveries
954.935.3162, ext. 230
Lee@IncredibleDiscoveries.com
www.IncredibleDiscoveries.com

Incredible Discoveries Announces Cooperative National Direct Response Marketing Campaign With Footfridge™

Top direct response marketing company to employ unique go-to-market strategy with Australian manufacturer to launch FootFridge™ Innersoles in the United States.

POMPANO BEACH, FL  (PRBuzz.com) January 17, 2013 -- Incredible Discoveries®, a division of o2 Media, Inc., and one of the largest producers of direct response infomercials, today announced a cooperative direct response venture with FootFridge Innersoles International to launch FootFridge™ Innersoles in the United States.

Research indicates that up to 85% of people suffer from hot, tired feet increasing the risk of bacterial infection, foot trauma and dehydration. This, in turn, affects muscle function, posture stability and the loss of mental concentration.  The FootFridge™ Innersole is not a gel innersole, but an active paste type innersole.  This acts as a thermal shield to deflect heat away from the feet eliminating overheating, and all of the complications related to heat absorption. Not only does it cool the feet, but massages them as well.

Mark Poulsen, CEO of Footfridge said, "Footfridge is very excited to be launching our unique innersoles via direct response television in the USA,  and especially feeling confident that partnering with Incredible Discoveries will give us the edge for a successful campaign."

"We are extremely excited to be partnering with FootFridge™," said Lee Kaplan, Operations Manager for Incredible Discoveries. "We believe that they offer a truly innovative and incredible product that today's consumers will soon be discovering through the direct response marketing endeavor we're engaging in.  By employing our unique BranduWin™ strategy, which includes branding, marketing, and direct response television (DRTV), FootFridge™ will soon be a household name in the United States."   

Incredible Discoveries also occupies a unique position in the direct response industry.  They are a division of o2 Media, Inc., which produces the Lifetime Network's daily morning show for women, "The Balancing Act."   As a part of their layering approach in direct response strategy, Incredible Discoveries will be featuring the FootFridge™ in an educational segment on "Optimal Foot Health," which will assist in branding and heighten the product's chance of success.

For more information on Incredible Discoveries' unique go-to-market strategy, please contact Lee Kaplan via email Lee@IncredibleDiscoveries.com, or via phone 954.935.3162, ext. 230.

ABOUT INCREDIBLE DISCOVERIES
Incredible Discoveries, a division of o2 Media, Inc., is a fully integrated production and marketing company that specializes in both short form and long form direct response infomercial development.  Incredible Discoveries has a unique approach that allows them to work side-by-side with product manufacturers in developing go-to-market strategies via multi-media venues.  Incredible Discoveries hosts a team of dynamic professionals with years of direct response ingenuity and expertise.  Their unique and fresh approach to infomercial programming has facilitated partnerships with some of the largest agencies and manufacturers in the world. Visit us at www.IncredibleDiscoveries.com.

ABOUT 02 MEDIA™
O2 Media™ is an award-winning full-service integrated media and production company specializing in launching brand names out into the world through compelling storytelling and two-way conversations. Our team of Production, Marketing and Technology experts generate buzz and brand awareness for our customers and content partners with a fully integrated media solutions mix using our four Branded Entertainment TV shows, Direct Response, Print and Online Marketing channels.

For more information visit www.o2mediainc.com.

Buffalo, NY (PRBuzz.com) January 17, 2013 -- ECS celebrates its 12th year as a Demand Response company by being ranked highly on Business First's Book of Lists for WNY's Top Energy Companies, "Fast-Track" Companies, and Private Company Revenue.

Energy Curtailment Specialists, Inc., the world's largest privately-held Demand Response provider, received their ranking on Buffalo Business First's Book of Lists for Top Energy Companies, Top Fast-Track Companies, and Top Grossing Private Companies for 2013. ECS has enjoyed 12+ years of success in administering demand response services. ECS' Demand Response programs play a vital role in keeping wholesale electricity prices balanced as well as helping to ensure that there is enough electric supply to meet demand for end-users during times of grid crisis.

ECS is proud to announce that the company currently places near the top out of hundreds of Western New York's Energy Companies. ECS, based out of Buffalo, NY is a pioneer in the demand response industry and continues to be a leading voice as that industry has continued to expand tremendously over the past few years. The company, founded in 2001 as a two-man operation, has since seen tremendous growth and success, ranking near the top amongst all WNY companies for overall sales growth. This ranking is attributed to a 42% increase in sales growth from 2009 to 2011. ECS prides itself on the expertise and dedication of its sales staff, continually reaching peak sales numbers year after year.

Finally, ECS experienced a tremendous achievement by ranking twentieth of all Private Companies in Western New York. ECS' ranking reflects its success, challenging the current adverse economic conditions and remaining a growing company despite the nationwide recession.

"We are very pleased to be ranked among this exclusive group of top private and energy companies in western New York. We foresee the perpetuation of our phenomenal rates of growth, and we are confident that next year will be even better than last," says Jim Korczykowski, President and CEO of Energy Curtailment Specialists, Inc.

About Energy Curtailment Specialists, Inc. Energy Curtailment Specialists, Inc. (ECS) offers consultative, administrative, and turnkey demand response services. ECS is one of the largest demand response service providers in North America, with more than 10,000 customers participating in its programs nationwide. ECS is currently serving markets across North America including New York, California, Texas, the PJM territory and Ontario, Canada.

CONTACT: Jim Farrell, PR First, 781-681-6616, jfarrell@prfirst.com

Andrew Turner named President of Young Entrepreneurs of the North Shore (YENS); will assist organization in growth and official launch efforts

BILLERICA AND SALEM, MA (PRBuzz.com) January 17, 2013 -- Andrew Turner of Billerica, an entrepreneur who serves as an automotive advisor/consultant, has been chosen as President of the Young Entrepreneurs of the North Shore (YENS), an organization formed to promote entrepreneurship and support small and mid-sized businesses on the North Shore.

In this capacity, he will help guide the growth of the organization, working with the Enterprise Center at Salem State University, which has been a supporter of the group. He will further work to build membership and boost awareness of YENS by planning events to help showcase the services that the organization offers to existing and potential members.

The Billerica, MA native studied business at the University of Massachusetts/Lowell, and brings a strong and varied business background to his new responsibilities with YENS. He is the former Dining Room Assistant at Café Luigi, Bedford, MA; and worked in management/sales at Homewood Suites by Hilton. He recalls that he has had the entrepreneurial spirit since he was a young man. "My first job as a boy was mowing lawns and delivering newspapers where I hired my neighborhood friends to help," he recalls. Other positions include serving as a Real Property Specialist for the Civil Engineering Squadron at Hanscom Air Force Base. Most recently, he is the former Director of Business Development & Planning at Aerial Spectrum, a Burlington, MA telecommunication site development firm.

"I'm excited with the opportunity to lead YENS and promote job growth on the North Shore," Turner said, noting that the organization has a number of events planned for the new year, starting with one on the evening of January 24th in Salem, MA at Vic's Boathouse to officially launch YENS which they're saying "We're out of beta... ready to take over the world!" YENS will also develop educational workshops/seminars, create a CEO/Entrepreneur support group and will rebrand the group courtesy of the award winning team of LegaLogos, LLC.

About YENS
Young Entrepreneurs of the North Shore (YENS) was created with a mission to identify, educate, support and encourage young entrepreneurial women and men and, through the growth of their companies, to create jobs for others. An initial $10,000 grant from the Eastern Bank Charitable Foundation led to the establishment of YENS in 2012. Targeted to young business owners and entrepreneurs, YENS aims to provide resources by means of educating its members with seminars and a referral network to allow these business owners to reach out and connect with each other. YENS also host creative networking events for relationship building and workshops for business development in all areas. YENS has a dedicated Board of Directors committed to supporting and executing the organization's mission. For additional information, contact Andrew Turner at aturner@yenscommunity.org. YENS are in the process of upgrading its web page located at www.yenscommunity.org; more information about the organization can be found on its Facebook page located at www.facebook.com/youngentrepreneursofthenorthshore.

Carmen Brodeur, one of the top Realtors in Scottsdale, has joined Trillium Properties. The change to Trillium Properties will allow her to provide better service to her high end clientele. Trillium Properties is a boutique real estate brokerage that specializes in North Scottsdale luxury properties.

Scottsdale AZ  (PRBuzz.com) January 17, 2013 -- North Scottsdale Realtor, Carmen Brodeur of The Brodeur Luxury Group, has moved her team of real estate professionals to Trillium Properties in Scottsdale. The Brodeur Luxury Group is one of the leading groups of luxury Realtors in Scottsdale Arizona. Carmen Brodeur is in the top 1% of all real estate agents in Arizona, based on sales volume. Carmen said she wanted to be able to provide a higher level of service to her luxury clientele. By making the switch to a luxury brokerage she is better able to provide the personalized white glove service that each of her clients deserve. Carmen said "Trillium Properties rolls out the red carpet for each client and gives them five star service." Trillium Properties will provide her with a greater variety of resources for their luxury clientele. Trillium excels at providing a high level of personalized service for each client. It is a world class real estate brokerage providing superior market knowledge, online marketing expertise and negotiation experience.

Carmen specializes in Scottsdale golf course communities including Troon North real estate and Desert Mountain real estate. She wanted to reach a new level of success in 2013 and Trillium Properties was the perfect fit for her. Carmen commented, "2013 is the perfect time for this change. The Scottsdale real estate market is bouncing back in a big way so this will be a banner year. People from across the country are flocking to Scottsdale to pick up the remaining bargains, as prices are increasing fast." The typical client for Carmen Brodeur is from out of state, looking for a vacation home.

The Scottsdale real estate market experienced several years of sharp price declines from 2005-2011. The market hit bottom in October 2011 and has been gradually rising since then. The monthly median sales price has risen 22% in the past 12 months. As prices increase, more and more buyers are jumping into the market to pick up the bargains. Many people are purchasing vacation homes or pre-retirement homes while prices are still low. Scottsdale luxury condos start in the $200,000's. Scottsdale homes range from $350,000-$10 milllion.

About Carmen Brodeur and The Brodeur Luxury Group:
The Brodeur Luxury Group at Trillium Properties specializes in North Scottsdale real estate. Carmen Brodeur is the founder of The Brodeur Luxury Group at Trillium Properties. She represents both buyers and sellers in communities throughout North Scottsdale, including Troon North, Desert Mountain, Desert Highlands, Estancia and Mirabel. Carmen has lived in North Scottsdale for the past 15 years. She is very knowledgeable about Scottsdale including the golf clubs and gated communities. She can be reached at (602) 791-0536 or www.TopScottsdaleHomes.com.

Contact:
Carmen Brodeur
Trillium Properties
8755 E Bell Road, Suite 108
Scottsdale AZ 85255
(602) 791-0536
Carmen@TopScottsdaleHomes.com
http://www.TopScottsdaleHomes.com

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  

CONTACT:
Lee Kaplan
Incredible Discoveries
954.935.3162, ext. 230
Lee@IncredibleDiscoveries.com
www.IncredibleDiscoveries.com

Incredible Discoveries Announces Cooperative National Direct Response Marketing Campaign With Footfridge™

Top direct response marketing company to employ unique go-to-market strategy with Australian manufacturer to launch FootFridge™ Innersoles in the United States.

POMPANO BEACH, FL  (PRBuzz.com) January 17, 2013 -- Incredible Discoveries®, a division of o2 Media, Inc., and one of the largest producers of direct response infomercials, today announced a cooperative direct response venture with FootFridge Innersoles International to launch FootFridge™ Innersoles in the United States.

Research indicates that up to 85% of people suffer from hot, tired feet increasing the risk of bacterial infection, foot trauma and dehydration. This, in turn, affects muscle function, posture stability and the loss of mental concentration.  The FootFridge™ Innersole is not a gel innersole, but an active paste type innersole.  This acts as a thermal shield to deflect heat away from the feet eliminating overheating, and all of the complications related to heat absorption. Not only does it cool the feet, but massages them as well.

Mark Poulsen, CEO of Footfridge said, "Footfridge is very excited to be launching our unique innersoles via direct response television in the USA,  and especially feeling confident that partnering with Incredible Discoveries will give us the edge for a successful campaign."

"We are extremely excited to be partnering with FootFridge™," said Lee Kaplan, Operations Manager for Incredible Discoveries. "We believe that they offer a truly innovative and incredible product that today's consumers will soon be discovering through the direct response marketing endeavor we're engaging in.  By employing our unique BranduWin™ strategy, which includes branding, marketing, and direct response television (DRTV), FootFridge™ will soon be a household name in the United States."   

Incredible Discoveries also occupies a unique position in the direct response industry.  They are a division of o2 Media, Inc., which produces the Lifetime Network's daily morning show for women, "The Balancing Act."   As a part of their layering approach in direct response strategy, Incredible Discoveries will be featuring the FootFridge™ in an educational segment on "Optimal Foot Health," which will assist in branding and heighten the product's chance of success.

For more information on Incredible Discoveries' unique go-to-market strategy, please contact Lee Kaplan via email

Lee@IncredibleDiscoveries.com, or via phone 954.935.3162, ext. 230.

ABOUT INCREDIBLE DISCOVERIES
Incredible Discoveries, a division of o2 Media, Inc., is a fully integrated production and marketing company that specializes in both short form and long form direct response infomercial development.  Incredible Discoveries has a unique approach that allows them to work side-by-side with product manufacturers in developing go-to-market strategies via multi-media venues.  Incredible Discoveries hosts a team of dynamic professionals with years of direct response ingenuity and expertise.  Their unique and fresh approach to infomercial programming has facilitated partnerships with some of the largest agencies and manufacturers in the world. Visit us at www.IncredibleDiscoveries.com.

ABOUT 02 MEDIA™
O2 Media™ is an award-winning full-service integrated media and production company specializing in launching brand names out into the world through compelling storytelling and two-way conversations. Our team of Production, Marketing and Technology experts generate buzz and brand awareness for our customers and content partners with a fully integrated media solutions mix using our four Branded Entertainment TV shows, Direct Response, Print and Online Marketing channels.

For more information visit www.o2mediainc.com.

The Wizard's main focus is dryer fire prevention with energy saving as additional incentive to maintain dryer vents

Elizabethtown, PA (PRBuzz.com) January 17, 2013 -- When the Elizabethtown Dryer Vent Cleaning Wizard visits the customer enjoys a bonus when he shares valuable tips to help them save energy while eliminating a fire hazard. He explains that clothes dryers are one of the most expensive appliances to operate and the most likely to cause a fire. Dryer vent inspection and service by the Wizard eliminates the hazard while optimizing energy savings by up to $300 per year for dryer operation alone!

Area residents who have dryer vent service provided by the Wizard notice their dryers work more efficiently so they save money on energy cost. "I returned to a customer's home to provide dryer vent cleaning service again this year and she said she noticed a significant drop in her utility bills," said Strausbaugh. "She was also happy that her clothes dryer no longer takes several cycles to dry a load of towels."

Though many homeowners say the can do it themselves, Strausbaugh explains that while some systems may be short and simple, others are longer and have one or more elbows, or they may be vented through the roof. Dryer Vent Wizard carries special equipment to access areas that are difficult to get to. Dryer vent cleaning by the Wizard also includes cleaning inside the dryer, around the motor, drum, belts and pulleys to keep things in working order.

Education is an important part of the Wizard's service. Customers enjoy peace of mind knowing their dryer operates safely and efficiently. Jerry Strausbaugh receives positive reviews from happy customers who appreciate his diligent service and friendly advice:

"Awesome service, very knowledgeable and easy to deal with. Jerry was very professional and I have already seen the value as my dryer is now only running for half the time that it was and the clothes are dryer! Don't hesitate; start saving today and get Jerry to clean your dryer!"

"Jerry Strausbaugh (Dryer Vent Wizard of Central PA) cleaned my dryer vent and I am very pleased with the work that he did for me. I would recommend him to all my friends and colleagues. He arrived on time and acted in a very professional manner. The price was right and his workmanship is excellent. Thank you Jerry!!!!"

Though failure to clean dryer vent systems is the major cause of dryer fires, Jerry explains to his customers that improper dryer vent installation can also lead to problems. Dryer Vent Wizard service technicians find a problem with 90% of dryer vents installed by DIY homeowners and well meaning handyman services.

Dryer Vent Wizard is the largest chain of dryer vent cleaning companies in the nation with nearly 60 locations in the US. Jerry Strausbaugh serves residents and business owners in Central PA, York County and neighboring communities. Visit http://elizabethtownpa.dryerventcleaningnow.com/ to learn more.

About Dryer Vent Wizard: Dryer Vent Wizard is a member of the National Fire Protection Association and the largest chain of dryer vent cleaning, repair, replacement and alternation specialists in the U.S. with nearly 60 franchisees in major markets. Dryer Vent Wizard franchisees work to promote public awareness on the importance of dryer vent cleaning to prevent dryer fires and save energy. Consumer education while making clothes dryers safer and greener are the main focus of DVW franchisees. Dryer Vent Wizard was founded in 2004 by Dave Lavalle who is also the founder of the Mr. Handyman franchise.

Contact:
Jerry Strausbaugh
Dryer Vent Wizard of Central PA
3886 Orchard View Drive
Glenville, PA 17329
Tel: 717-479-6873
Toll Free: 1-866-498-7233
Email: jstrausbaugh@dryerventwizard.com

Positive reviews about superior service and professional workmanship are evidence the local handyman possesses all the qualities homeowners look for in a home service provider; honesty, reliability, trustworthy and affordable

Dublin, OH  (PRBuzz.com) January 17, 2013 -- Since going into the handyman business, Tom and Laurie Mills have made a great impression on area residents. Homeowners describe the family owned business as their friendly neighborhood Dublin handyman and go-to guy for affordable home repairs and remodeling service.

HandyPro Handyman Service has been in businesses since 1996 when founder, Keith Paul recognized a need for honest and dependable home repair contractors. Now there are over a dozen franchised locations in the US as HandyPro satisfies the demand on a national level.

Tom and Laurie Mills own HandyPro Handyman Service in Columbus. They understand the challenge of finding and hiring a reliable home repair contractor that is honest and affordable. Living up to the high standards of HandyPro they take pride in giving each customer the highest possible level of service backed by a one-year guarantee.

The Dublin handyman service is well known for their friendly service and professional workmanship. HandyPro (http://www.handymanservicescolumbus.com/) has earned a great reputation thanks to happy customers who post positive reviews about their home repair experience:

"Thank you for the great job you and your team did on the projects at our home. Starting with the detailed, low pressure proposal you explained to me all the way through final punch-out, you were very professional and easy to work with. My wife and I are extremely pleased with the final product, including the quality and workmanship. It is amazing how much it has changed the look and feel of our home. We have already passed your name on to several people we know." Happy customer

"My wife has repeatedly commented on how professional yet approachable and respectful your team was while they were in our house. She was very impressed with how relatively unobtrusive they were while working and most impressed with the way they cleaned up each day before leaving. They were also very punctual and kept us informed along the way of exactly who would be in our home and when. With a house as busy and bustling as ours, this was greatly appreciated." Satisfied customer

Homeowners in Columbus are confident that they can trust the Mills to provide exceptional handyman service at a fair price throughout the West and North West Columbus areas. HandyPro is perceived nationwide as a company that is affordable, professional, trustworthy and timely.

HandyPro Handyman Service technicians are fully licensed and insured. All contractors must pass a background check and drug test. HandyPro is a member of the Better Business Bureau with no reported complaints and a 4-1/2 out of 5 star rating in all categories of business. Visit http://dubinhandymanservice.blogspot.com/ to learn more.

About HandyPro Handyman Services:
What's on your to-do list? HandyPro Handyman Services offers affordable solutions to a wide variety of home repairs including home modification for seniors, home improvement and home remodeling, seasonal home maintenance and more. HandyPro specializes in helping the homeowner, business or property manager have building repairs completed professionally, in a timely manner, and guarantees 100% customer satisfaction. HandyPro Handyman Service has been in business since 1996, serving over 20,000 clients with zero complaints from the Better Business Bureau. HandyPro Handyman Services has been featured on Rachel Ray and Fox News.

Contact:
Tom and Laurie Mills
HandyPro Handyman Services
4694 Cemetery Road
Hilliard, OH 43026
Tel: 614-707-7037
Toll Free: 800-942-6394
Email: tmills@handypro.com

More than 17,000 dryer related fires are reported each year, causing deaths, injuries and nearly $200 Million in property damage

Lititz, PA  (PRBuzz.com) January 17, 2013 -- The Lititz Dryer Vent Cleaning Wizard warns area residents about a very important; yet, often neglected home maintenance task. Over 17,000 dryer fires occur each year with failure to clean dryer vents being the leading cause. Improperly installed dryer vent systems, or those made of inferior material can also be hazardous.

The Wizard recalls reading about a rapidly spreading dryer fire in a mobile home that claimed the life of a 49 year old man. Part of the mobile home had collapsed by the time firefighters arrived. They found the man's body near the door; he had died of smoke inhalation.

Jerry Strausbaugh owns Dryer Vent Wizard of Central Pennsylvania. When Jerry looked into franchising, he was intrigued with Dryer Vent Wizard, a company that focuses on dryer vent service while educating consumers about dryer fire prevention and energy savings.

Jerry explains to his customers that professional dryer vent installation and regular dryer vent cleaning service makes clothes dryers safer and more energy efficient. The clothes dryer is the most likely appliance to cause a fire and one of the biggest energy consumers in the home. A clogged dryer vent can increase the cost of operating a dryer by $300 per year.

Area residents and business owners enjoy service by Dryer Vent Wizard including homeowners, apartment managers, condo associations, public laundries, beauty shops, pet shelters, retirement homes and anyone who operates one or more clothes dryers.

Jerry Strausbaugh knows he is making a difference in his community by making clothes dryers safer and greener. His customers enjoy peace of mind that their dryer vent system is safe from fire and working efficiently to save energy. Dryer vent cleaning and proper dryer vent installation according to IRC Code prolongs the life of the clothes dryer, prevents dryer fires and improves dryer efficiency. Visit http://lititzpa.dryerventcleaningnow.com/ to learn more.

About Dryer Vent Wizard: Dryer Vent Wizard is a member of the National Fire Protection Association and the largest chain of dryer vent cleaning, repair, replacement and alternation specialists in the U.S. with nearly 60 franchisees in major markets. Dryer Vent Wizard franchisees work to promote public awareness on the importance of dryer vent cleaning to prevent dryer fires and save energy. Consumer education while making clothes dryers safer and greener are the main focus of DVW franchisees. Dryer Vent Wizard was founded in 2004 by Dave Lavalle who is also the founder of the Mr. Handyman franchise.

Contact:
Jerry Strausbaugh
Dryer Vent Wizard of Central PA
3886 Orchard View Drive
Glenville, PA 17329
Tel: 717-479-6873
Toll Free: 1-866-498-7233
Email: jstrausbaugh@dryerventwizard.com

(PRBuzz.com) January 18, 2013 -- The Travel and Tourism Competitive Index (TTCI) ranked Canada as the second-most-attractive destination in the Americas - and the ninth worldwide - to develop business in the travel and tourism sector in 2011. Canada's travel and tourism sector contributed 4.6% to national GDP in 2011, and accounted for 13.9% of the country's total employment. During the review period, the total number of trips undertaken by residents, both domestic and outbound, increased from 239.8 million in 2007 to 264.8 million in 2011, registering a CAGR of 2.50%. The key drivers for this growth are a rebound in the economy, increasing employment, rising disposable incomes and government initiatives to improve tourism in the country.

Key Highlights

* The Travel and Tourism Competitive Index (TTCI) ranked Canada as the second-most-attractive destination in the Americas - and the ninth worldwide - to develop business in the travel and tourism sector in 2011.
* During the review period, the total number of trips undertaken by residents, both domestic and outbound, increased from 239.8 million in 2007 to 264.8 million in 2011, registering a CAGR of 2.50%.
* According to the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), Canada accounted for the third-largest number of inbound tourist arrivals in the Americas in 2011. There were 30.9 million inbound tourist arrivals in the country in 2011, with the US, UK and France accounting for 88.4% of total inbound arrivals.
* Canada's tourism sector relies heavily on domestic tourism, and in 2011, domestic tourists accounted for 79% of total tourism spending in the country.
* The government launched its Federal Tourism Strategy to enhance the competitiveness of the tourism sector and position it for long-term growth. By 2015, Canada intends to generate US$100 billion in tourism revenue and the Federal Tourism Strategy will help meet this target.
* According to the World Economic Forum (WEF), Canada is ranked first for its air transport infrastructure. The country also got a high rating for its tourism and information and communication technology (ICT) infrastructure, and is ranked fourth for its policy rules and regulations, denoting that they are conducive for the development of the tourism sector and the airlines industry.
* Investors in the Canadian hotel industry have largely been domestic in the past because foreign investors were more attracted towards large markets such as the US and the fast-growing Asian markets. However, hoteliers expect the scenario to change with more foreign investors entering into the financially stable Canadian market, which offers good prospects for capital growth.
* The car rental market in Canada is seasonal in nature, with demand being strongest in the spring and summer months as these are typically the high-traffic months for vacationing travelers, while business travelers add demand in the early spring and late fall. January remains the slowest month for both business and leisure travel.
* Online travel bookings have witnessed tremendous growth in the past few years in Canada due to the increasing penetration of the internet among the population. The rapid increase in online sales has negatively impacted traditional travel intermediaries.

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This report provides an extensive analysis related to tourism demands and flows in Canada:

* It details historical values for the Canadian tourism sector for 2007-2011 along with forecast figures for 2012-2016
* It provides comprehensive analysis of travel and tourism demand factors with values for both the 2007-2011 review period and the 2012-2016 forecast period
* The report makes a detailed analysis and projection of domestic, inbound and outbound tourist flows in Canada
* It provides employment and salary trends for various categories of the travel and tourism sector
* It provides comprehensive analysis of the airline, car rental, hospitality and travel intermediaries markets with values for both the 2007-2011 review period and the 2012-2016 forecast period

Reasons to Get this Report

* Take strategic business decisions using historic and forecast market data related to the Canadian travel and tourism sector
* Understand the demand-side dynamics within the Canadian travel and tourism sector, along with key market trends and growth opportunities
* Identify the spending patterns of domestic, inbound and outbound tourists by individual categories
* Analyze key employment and compensation data related to the travel and tourism sector in Canada
* Understand the market size of other tourism sub-sectors such as airlines, hotels, car rental and travel intermediaries

Companies Mentioned in this Report: Air Canada Inc, WestJet Airlines Ltd, Chorus Aviation Inc., Air Transat AT Inc., Porter Airlines, Fairmont Raffles Hotels International Inc, Westmont Hospitality Group, Inc., InterContinental Hotels Group, Best Western International, Delta Hotels & Resorts, Discount Car & Truck Rentals Ltd, Alltime Car Rental Corporation, Budget Rent-A-Car BC Ltd, RIZ Rent a Car and Truck Ltd, CanaDream Corporation, Expedia Canada Corp., Flight Network, Red Tag Vacations, Voyages a Rabais, Sunwing Travel Group Inc

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(PRBuzz.com) January 18, 2013 -- The written premium value of the Uruguayan insurance industry increased at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 18.4% during the review period. This was mainly driven by stable economic growth during the review period. Unlike many other Latin American countries, Uruguay did not experience a recession between 2007 and 2009, with its economic indicators remaining more stable. There is a high demand for crop insurance products such as hail insurance and additional perils such as wind, freeze and excess moisture. In recent years, new insurance products such as multi-peril crop insurance (MPCI) have become popular. Forestry insurance is also very popular in Uruguay. The growth in tourism and increased investment in building infrastructure will drive the demand for property insurance over the forecast period.

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Key Highlights

* The written premium value of the Uruguayan insurance industry increased at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 18.4% during the review period.
* This was mainly driven by stable economic growth during the review period. Unlike many other Latin American countries, Uruguay did not experience a recession between 2007 and 2009, with its economic indicators remaining more stable.
* There is a high demand for crop insurance products such as hail insurance and additional perils such as wind, freeze and excess moisture. In recent years, new insurance products such as multi-peril crop insurance (MPCI) have become popular.
* Forestry insurance is also very popular in Uruguay.
* The growth in tourism and increased investment in building infrastructure will drive the demand for property insurance over the forecast period.

Scope

This report provides a comprehensive analysis of the insurance market in Uruguay:

* It provides historical values for the Uruguayan insurance market for the report's 2007-2011 review period and forecast figures for the 2012-2016 forecast period
* It offers a detailed analysis of the key segments and sub-segments in the Uruguayan insurance market, along with market forecasts until 2016
* It covers an exhaustive list of parameters, including written premium, incurred loss, loss ratio, commissions and expenses, combined ratio, total assets, total investment income and retentions
* It profiles the top insurance companies in Uruguay and outlines the key regulations affecting them

Reasons to Get this Report

* Make strategic business decisions using in depth historic and forecast market data related in the Uruguayan insurance industry and each segment within it
* Understand the demand-side dynamics, key market trends and growth opportunities within the Uruguayan insurance market
* Assess the competitive dynamics in the the Uruguayan insurance market
* Identify the growth opportunities and market dynamics within key segments
* Gain insights into key regulations governing the Uruguayan insurance market and its impact on companies and the industry's future

Companies Mentioned in this Report: Banco de Seguros del Estado, Uruguay RSA, Porto Seguro, MAPFRE Uruguay S.A, Metlife Seguros de Vida, Sancor Seguros Uruguay S.A., AIG Uruguay, Compania Cooperativa de Seguros Surco, HDI Seguros S.A.

Partial Table of Contents:

1 Executive Summary
2 Introduction
2.1 What is this Report About?
2.2 Definitions
2.3 Methodology
3 Uruguay Insurance Industry Overview
3.1 Market Definition
3.2 Uruguayan Insurance Industry - Market Size, 2007-2016
3.3 Key Industry Trends and Drivers
3.4 Challenges
3.5 Regulation
4 Market Segmentation
4.1 Life Insurance Growth Prospects by Category
4.1.1 Individual life insurance category
4.1.2 Pension insurance category
4.2 Non-Life Insurance Growth Prospects by Category
4.2.1 Property insurance category
4.2.2 Motor insurance category
4.2.3 Liability insurance category
4.2.4 Marine, aviation and transit insurance category
4.3 Personal Accident and Health Insurance Growth Prospects by Category
5 Competitive Landscape
5.1 Overview
5.2 Leading Companies
5.2.1 Banco de Seguros del Estado - company overview
5.2.2 Uruguay RSA - company overview
5.2.3 Porto Seguro - company overview
5.2.4 MAPFRE Uruguay S.A. - company overview
5.2.5 Metlife Seguros de Vida - company overview
5.2.6 Sancor Seguros Uruguay S.A. - company overview
5.2.7 AIG Uruguay - company overview
5.2.8 Compania Cooperativa de Seguros Surco - company overview
5.2.9 HDI Seguros S.A. - company overview
6 Macroeconomic Indicators
6.1 GDP at Constant Prices (US Dollar)
6.2 GDP per Capita at Constant Prices (US Dollar)
6.3 GDP at Current Prices (US Dollar)
6.4 Construction Output at Current Prices (US$ Billion)
6.5 Construction Net Output at Current Prices as a Percentage of GDP
6.6 Inflation Rate
6.7 Arable Land
6.8 Exports as a Percentage of GDP
6.9 Imports as a Percentage of GDP
6.1 Number of Air Passengers
6.11 Healthcare Expenditure per Capita
6.12 Employed Population
6.13 Annual Disposable Income
6.14 Annual Disposable Income per Capita
6.15 Total Population
7 Appendix
7.1 Methodology
7.2 Contact Us
7.3 About Timetric
7.4 Disclaimer

List of Tables

Table 1: Insurance Industry Definitions
Table 2: Uruguayan Insurance Overall Written Premium by Segment (UYU Billion), 2007-2011
Table 3: Uruguayan Insurance Overall Written Premium by Segment (UYU Billion), 2007-2011
Table 4: Uruguayan Insurance Overall Written Premium by Segment (UYU Billion), 2011-2016
Table 5: Uruguayan Insurance Overall Written Premium by Segment (UYU Billion), 2011-2016
Table 6: Uruguayan Insurance Segmentation (% Share), 2007-2016
Table 7: Uruguayan Life Insurance Written Premium by Category (UYU Billion), 2007-2011
Table 8: Uruguayan Life Insurance Written Premium by Category (UYU Billion), 2007-2011
Table 9: Uruguayan Life Insurance Written Premium by Category (UYU Billion), 2011-2016
Table 10: Uruguayan Life Insurance Written Premium by Category (UYU Billion), 2011-2016
Table 11: Uruguayan Life Insurance - Paid Claims (UYU Billion), 2007-2011
Table 12: Uruguayan Life Insurance - Paid Claims (UYU Billion), 2011-2016
Table 13: Uruguayan Life Insurance - Incurred Loss (UYU Billion), 2007-2011
Table 14: Uruguayan Life Insurance - Incurred Loss (UYU Billion), 2011-2016
Table 15: Uruguayan Life Insurance - Loss Ratio (%), 2007-2011
Table 16: Uruguayan Life Insurance - Loss Ratio (%), 2011-2016

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(PRBuzz.com) January 18, 2013 -- Ankaka brings to its customers another chance to win amazing prizes after the success of its first contest. The grand prize being a good $1000 USD followed by $100 for the winners who rank from 2nd to 11th, giving them a chance to choose from a variety of electronic gadgets as their reward.

There are 10 popularity awards of $50 each offered to those participants who have maximum number of their posts shared/liked/commented/retweeted through social media. All the remaining participants of the contest get a store coupon worth $10. The deadline to enter the contest is 31-3-2013. To get more information on the contest, log on tohttp://support.ankaka.com/ankaka-news-for-resellers/advice/

Ankaka offers its customers to create their own wholesale dropship companies. All the owner of a business needs to do is:
• Create an account on Ankaka.com which is free of cost
• Products available on the Ankaka store can be sold through an owner's own store
• The clients of the trader then orders products from his store
• The trader then conveniently can place his orders at Ankaka.com
• The dealers at Ankaka then ship the ordered items to the store from where the order has been placed. The best part is that in all the shipment process, there is no mention of Ankaka.

The dropship wholesalers have nothing to worry about. The customer receives the products he asked for without any mention of Ankaka. The invoices are specially designed that have no mention of Ankaka in them, making a particular company's clients remain faithful to them.

Dropshipping is perhaps the easiest way to start up a business without any risks involved. A person does not have to invest a large amount of money to start his own brand. All he has to do is to take orders from his clients. Once that is done, the money can be collected from the individual who placed the order. Ankaka can then be contacted for delivery of the product.
There is no restriction by Ankaka to place large amounts of products making it a vantage point for new businesses. Ankaka delivers its products all around the world removing any geographical restrictions as well. So, a business can gain clients from all over the globe.

Ankaka has been functioning since 2005 working with more than 400 Chinese Electronics Manufacturers. It supplies its products to corporate buyers, ecommerce online shops, eBay, international wholesale importers, local retail shops and works as a dropshipper too.

To find out more about Ankaka, interested folks may visit http://www.ankaka.com/

Media Contact:
Lisa Zhou
Ankaka Limited
sale@ankaka.com
Shenzhen, China
http://www.ankaka.com/

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(PRBuzz.com) January 18, 2013 -- Employee thefts, embezzlement, has business and government looking at their books and wondering what can be done to prevent embezzling.

"It's a serious matter. A recent arrest in the Motor Vehicle Department in a county in New Mexico has seen the employee charged with taking $24,000," the Rockville CPA. "In addition to the missing money, there's all the other money spent in researching how the money was taken, when it was taken and so forth. The real cost of embezzlement is often higher than the money taken."

So, what can companies do to protect the money? Internal controls are step one, said the Bethesda CPA. If in-house security procedures are not tough enough, a business is just asking to be ripped off, he said.

One simple idea is have one person fill out a deposit slip and another make the actual bank deposit. He also said deposits should be done daily for businesses with a sizable cash flow.

"A business owner also needs to look at bank reconciliation statements every month," Mr. Burton said. "If your employees are writing checks, you need to know where they are going. if you don't pay attention, they could be writing checks to themselves."

Mr, Burton offered this series of simple tips a business can use to reduce embezzlement.

1) A background check. This is not expensive in most cases and may turn up things an employer needs to know.

2) Use pre-numbered checks. Don't depend on a computer program to number checks.

3) Understand the books. A business owner who can't understand what his financial statements show is asking to be ripped off, Mr. Burton said. If the owner can't figure the books out, it's time to call in an expert and ask them to explain things, he said.

4) Require vacations. This may sound bizarre, but the vert best embezzlement schemes require regular maintenance. If the embezzler is not there to keep things running, it falls apart. By making employees take a vacation, financial matters can be monitored to see if anything changes.

5) Get a regular audit. In addition to being a good business practice, an audit can show irregularities and put a business in a much better position to explain things if the IRS comes knocking, Mr. Burton said.

For more information or to make an appointment with a CPA in Bethesda call 301-365-1974 or visit http://www.cpa-maryland.com

(PRBuzz.com) January 18, 2013 -- The Canadian market for life insurance products is mature and highly concentrated, with three large groups (Manulife, Sun Life and Great-West Life) accounting for the majority of the gross written premium. The Canadian life insurance segment is highly regulated, with regulation divided between the federal government and the governments of Canada's 13 provinces and territories. Presently, life insurers in Canada are facing a challenging operating environment as uncertain economic and market conditions along with low interest rates are prompting companies to re-examine their products and pricing strategies.

Key Highlights

* The Canadian life insurance segment accounted for the largest share of the country's total insurance industry.
* The industry plays a major role in the economy with a huge asset base providing a source of long-term investment capital.
* The Canadian market for life insurance products is mature and highly concentrated, with three large groups (Manulife, Sun Life and Great-West Life) accounting for the majority of the gross written premium.
* The Canadian life insurance segment is highly regulated, with regulation divided between the federal government and the governments of Canada's 13 provinces and territories.
* The country's aging population, reforms in pension law, and insurers' efforts to minimize cost and enhance efficiency in terms of writing new business is expected to drive the Canadian life insurance segment's growth over the forecast period (2012-2016).

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This report provides a comprehensive analysis of the life insurance market in Canada:

* It provides historical values for Canada's life insurance market for the report's 2007-2011 review period and forecast figures for the 2012-2016 forecast period
* It offers a detailed analysis of the key sub-segments in Canada's life insurance market, along with market forecasts until 2016
* It covers an exhaustive list of parameters, including written premium, incurred loss, loss ratio, commissions and expenses, combined ratio, frauds and crimes, total assets, total investment income and retentions
* It analyses the various distribution channels for life insurance products in Canada
* Using Porter's industry-standard "Five Forces" analysis, it details the competitive landscape in Canada for the life insurance business
* It provides a detailed analysis of the reinsurance market in Canada and its growth prospects
* It profiles the top life insurance companies in Canada and outlines the key regulations affecting them

Reasons to Get this Report

* Make strategic business decisions using historic and forecast market data related to the Canadian life insurance market and each sector within it
* Understand the demand-side dynamics, key market trends and growth opportunities within the Canadian life insurance market
* Assess the competitive dynamics in the life insurance market, along with the reinsurance segment
* Identify the growth opportunities and market dynamics within key product categories
* Gain insights into key regulations governing the Canadian insurance market and its impact on companies and the market's future

Companies Mentioned in this Report: Manulife Financial Corporation, Sun Life Assurance Company, The Great-West Life Assurance Company, The Canada Life Assurance Company, London Life Insurance Company

Partial Table of Contents:

1 Executive Summary
2 Introduction
2.1 What is this Report About?
2.2 Definitions
2.3 Methodology
3 Canadian Insurance Industry Attractiveness
3.1 Insurance Industry Market Size, 2007-2016
3.2 Key Industry Trends and Drivers
3.2.1 Business drivers
3.2.2 Consumer drivers
3.3 Recent Market Developments
4 Life Insurance Segment Outlook
4.1 Life Insurance Growth Prospects by Category
4.1.1 Individual life insurance category
4.1.2 Individual general annuity category
4.1.3 Group life insurance category
4.1.4 Group superannuation category
4.2 Life Insurance Growth Prospects by Product Type
4.2.1 Individual single-premium products
4.2.2 Individual non-single-premium category
4.2.3 Group single-premium category
4.2.4 Group non-single-premium category
5 Analysis by Distribution Channel
5.1 Direct Marketing
5.2 Bancassurance
5.3 Agencies
5.4 E-Commerce
5.5 Brokers
5.6 Other Channels
6 Regulatory Policies
7 Porter's Five Forces Analysis - Canada Life Insurance
7.1 Bargaining Power of Supplier: Low to Medium
7.2 Bargaining Power of Buyer: Medium to High
7.3 Barriers to Entry: Medium to High
7.4 Intensity of Rivalry: High
7.5 Threat of Substitutes: Low
8 Reinsurance Growth Dynamics and Challenges
8.1 Reinsurance market size, 2007-2016
8.2 Reinsurance market size by type of insurance, 2007-2016
9 Competitive Landscape and Strategic Insights
9.1 Overview
9.2 Leading Companies in the Canada Life Insurance Market
9.3 Manulife Financial Corporation - Overview
9.3.1 Manulife Financial Corporation - key facts
9.4 Sun Life Assurance Company - Overview
9.4.1 Sun Life Assurance Company - key facts
9.5 The Great-West Life Assurance Company - Overview
9.5.1 The Great-West Life Assurance Company - key facts
9.6 The Canada Life Assurance Company - Overview
9.6.1 The Canada Life Assurance Company - key facts
9.7 London Life Insurance Company - Overview
9.7.1 London Life Insurance Company - key facts
10 Business Environment and Country Risk
10.1 Business Confidence
10.1.1 Market capitalization trend - Canada Exchange, Canada
10.2 Economic Performance
10.2.1 GDP at constant prices (US dollars)
10.2.2 GDP per capita at constant prices (US dollars)
10.2.3 GDP at current prices (US dollars)

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www.ankaka.com is an online company that has excelled in the online shopping electronics.

(PRBuzz.com) January 18, 2013 --  There is a great variety of electronics that are very important in the day to day activities of different individuals in the world. The electronics range from Televisions, heaters, audio players and other accessories that may be of use in the household and other places where they may be used. It is important that when or before buying any type of electronic the quality of that particular product is assured. The price is also another very important factor that should be considered. It is essential that before buying any product and not only the online electronics that price is favorable in such a way that different people can access it. This mostly applies to these products and appliances that are mostly used on a day to day basis.

The availability of quality and affordably priced appliances is also a very rare thing to find. Since modernization of the world through gadgets like computers that have made the world a global village. There is now a wide and reliable online market. Through this there are new online shopping markets for electronics. The quality of these online electronics has been assured by the sellers of the products and also if the electronics are second hand the quality is also assured by the sellers of the products.

There are different companies that offer electronics on their different websites. The ability of a particular online company to posses and sell not only affordable but quality products is determined by a number of ways. First it's important to check on the ability of the company to deliver the electronics. Second is the experience of the company in delivering the electronics and this means how many years the company has been in the online electronics business. Lastly it is also very important to check on the view of other customers that have transacted with that particular company in the past. The views include both the advantages and the disadvantages and then weigh from there.

Www.ankaka.com is an online company that has excelled in the online shopping electronics. The company meets all the above criteria's that can be used in ranking how good a particular company is in online shopping electronics. The company is well known for selling wholesale electronics to its customers. In the number of years that the company has been in the business it has managed to provide a great success rate to its customers.

The website is very easy to use as everything needed to use it is clearly indicated on the website. It is also very easy for a person to register for an account on the website as there is not much information needed in the opening a new account. There should be available currency in the account before buying a particular electronic and if the account has no currency the website is approved and verified by PayPal and thus one can transfer the currencies in form of dollars from the PayPal account to the account.

There are very many categories of electronics to choose from and thus the website provides variety to its customers. It is therefore very difficult not to find the type of  electronics  from China that a person may be looking for. The company also works in conjunction with different shipping companies so that the safe delivery of the electronics is ensured. DHL, EMS and FedEx are some of the shipping companies that the company works. For more information please visit the company website or follow the company on twitter and other social media networks.

About Us:
Our team has been partnering with over 400 Chinese Electronics Manufacturers since 2005, allowing us to supply international traders with a wide range of consumer electronics.

Company Name: Ankaka Limited
Email: sale@ankaka.com
Company Location: Shenzhen, GuangDong, China
Website Address: http://www.ankaka.com/