Mountain View, California  (PRBuzz.com) March 1, 2013 -- The Computer History Museum, the world's leading institution exploring the history of computing and its impact on society, announced that it will host the 2013 Silicon Valley Poker Challenge, a tournament put together by the Silicon Valley Executive network (SVEN) and the WPT Foundation.

The Poker Challenge, a prelude to the WPT Shooting Star tour event in San Jose the week of March 4, creates a unique gathering of elite poker professionals and tech giants of the valley, consisting of senior level high tech executives, venture capitalists and entrepreneurs, all playing Hold Em poker for bragging rights for the year.

Organized by Brian Reynard, CEO and founder of SVEN, this annual event raises money for charity, with over $50,000 raised since the tournament began in 2011. This year the event will be on Sunday, March 3 from 3 pm to 9 pm, with all proceeds donated to the Computer History Museum.

"We are delighted to be chosen as host for this year's Poker Challenge. There probably isn't a institution and venue that represents the Silicon Valley better than the Computer History Museum," said Museum's Vice President of Operations, Gary Matsushita.

Highlights of the charity tournament will be aired by the WPT in broadcasts of the Shooting Star event in three parts on June 30, July 7 and July 14 on CSN Bay Area.


About the Silicon Valley Executive Network
Silicon Valley Executive Network (SVEN) is a nonprofit, private, invitation-only, business & social network for senior high-tech executives, venture capitalists, and key technologists who make up the core DNA of the tech ecosystem. SVEN also acts as an accelerator for early stage tech companies, and a trusted advisory group to various top tech companies. Formed in 2007, 52 events to date, 250+ executive members. Focus areas are: 1) Traditional IT/Internet, 2) Healthcare, 3) Cleantech/Energy, and 4) Digital Media & Entertainment.

About the WPT Foundation
WPT Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to utilizing World Poker Tour's exceptional international platform to influence positive change on a global scale. The core of WPT Foundation's fundraising efforts is the ongoing series of philanthropic poker events titled WPT Playing for a Better World. WPT Foundation and its associated charity events will help bring awareness and raise critical funds for non-profit programs of excellence. This unprecedented philanthropic effort is dedicated to improving our planet by supporting key charities in regards to human rights, education, world hunger and the environment.

About the Computer History Museum
The Computer History Museum (CHM) in Mountain View, California is a nonprofit organization with a four-decade history as the world's leading institution exploring the history of computing and its ongoing impact on society. The Museum is dedicated to the preservation and celebration of computer history and is home to the largest international collection of computing artifacts in the world, encompassing computer hardware, software, documentation, ephemera, photographs and moving images.

The Museum brings computer history to life through large-scale exhibits, an acclaimed speaker series, a dynamic website, docent-led tours and an award-winning education program. The Museum's signature exhibition is "Revolution: The First 2000 Years of Computing," described by USA Today as "the Valley's answer to the Smithsonian." Other current exhibits include "Charles Babbage's Difference Engine No. 2," and "Going Places: The History of Google Maps with Street View."

For more information and updates, call (650) 810-1059, visit www.computerhistory.org, check us out on Facebook, and follow @computerhistory on Twitter.

Media Contact:
Carina Sweet
csweet@computerhistory.org
(650) 810-1059

Media Contact:
Brian Cooley
brian@wicked.is
(424) 226-6568

(PRBuzz.com) March 1, 2013 -- The independent authority on PR, topPRagencies.com, has released their list of the ten best brand integration agencies in the PR industry for the month of March 2013. Each of the companies included in the rankings offer a service to help corporations better integrate their brand name into their marketing endeavors and push their brand further towards potential clients. Visitors use the rankings to find the top performing PR agencies offering brand integration services to assist them.

The Ten Best Brand Integration Agencies for March 2013 are:

1. Jampole Communications, Inc.
2. Borders and Gratehouse Inc.
3. SSPR
4. Chandler Chicco Companies
5. FSB Core Strategies
6. Fleming & Company, Inc.
7. Kaplow
8. Capstrat
9. Moore Consulting Group
10. Standing Partnership

The process for evaluating and ranking brand integration agencies involves delving into various strengths, weaknesses, and competitive advantages of each agency. Five areas of evaluation are used to achieve this including needs analysis, variance, integration consistency, channel selection, and overall performance. Client references are also contacted in order to better understand the results being achieved for clients and the opinions which clients have about the results achieved. Clients are often asked general and specific questions relating to the services provided to them and how the services have affected their marketing endeavors.

ABOUT topPRagencies.com

toppragencies.com is the independent authority on PR agencies. Our mission is to offer comprehensive and independent advice to assist buyers in making purchasing decisions from companies offering public relations services in a variety of areas. A specialized team of researchers examine thousands of applicants each month who are seeking to be ranked as a top public relations agency by the independent authority.

Brand integration agencies interested in being evaluated and ranked can visit:

http://www.toppragencies.com/apply-for-rankings

To view the rankings of then best brand integration companies visit:

http://www.toppragencies.com/rankings-of-best-brand-integration-agencies

Fullerton, CA  (PRBuzz.com) March 1, 2013 -- Get your helmets ready! AIDS/Lifecycle cyclists' Lynda Randall and Janet Calvert are co-hosting a Cyclist Luncheon & Bike Expo on Sunday, April 7, 2013. At the event, cyclists of all levels are invited to get together for cycle-related activities, education and fun.

Special guests Olympian for Team USA Dotsie Bausch and USA Cycling Coach Darryl MacKenzie will serve as the main event speakers and will be holding cycling clinics. Other special activities will include a catered lunch, cycle vendors with the latest bikes, gear, t-shirts and nutrition products and more. The event's proceeds will raise money and awareness in the fight against HIV/AIDS through AIDS/Lifecycle. All members of the public are invited and encouraged to sign up for this fun and educational cycling event!

Cyclist Luncheon & Bike Expo
Event Sponsor: AIDS/Lifecycle - "Ride to end AIDS"
Date: April 7, 2013 from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Vendor Expo: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. (For a full list of vendors, visit the website)
Location: Meridian Health Club (1535 Deerpark Drive, Fullerton, CA 92831)
Luncheon Cost: $35
Net event proceeds will benefit the AIDS Lifecycle.

Event Speakers
Dotsie Bauch, Team USA
Speaking on: "Motivation and Mental Toughness in the Olympics and in Life"
Darryl MacKenzie, Certified USA Cycling Coach
Speaking on: "Saying Safe on the Road"

Catering: Collete's Catering Extraordinaire
Menu: Pasta Al Fresco with Chicken, Classic Caesar Salad, Penne Pasta with Chicken, Tomato, Basil and Mushrooms in a White Wine Sauce, House Bread with Butter, Iced Tea and Cookies.

Event Cycling Clinics
"I Love My Bike" at 10 a.m.
Clinic Cost: $15
Presented by: Darryl MacKenzie, Certified USA Cycling Coach
Clinic Description: Learn about necessary care and maintenance of your bike before, during and after rides for optimal performance.
"Nutrition 101 for Cyclists" at 11 a.m.
Clinic Cost: $15
Presented by: Dotsie Bausch, Team USA
Clinic Description: Find out how to fuel your muscles and speed recovery through healthy eating and hydration on and off your bike.

Event Registration
Visit: http://cyclingexpo.eventbrite.com
Call: lrandall@fullerton.edu

Find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/AIDSLifeCycle

About the Event Speakers
Dotsie Bausch is a USA Olympic Cyclist. Over her career, she has won numerous awards including: Olympic Medal, London 2012; 2 Pan American Championship Gold Medals; and 7 National Road Championships. Dotsie is currently a member of Team USA and the co-owner of Empower Coaching Systems.

Darryl MacKenzie is a Certified USA Cycling Coach. Over the years he has completed 33 double centuries and is a veteran trainer of cyclists for 100 and 200 mile rides.

About AIDS/Lifecycle.
AIDS/LifeCycle is a fully supported, 7-day bike ride from San Francisco to Los Angeles to raise money and awareness in the fight against HIV/AIDS. Every year, this landmark ride through beautiful California delivers a life-changing experience for thousands of participants from all backgrounds and fitness levels united by a common desire to do something heroic. Read more on their website.

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Louisville, KY  (PRBuzz.com) March 1, 2013 -- Acura at Oxmoor announced today that they will be hosting an exclusive launch party to introduce the all-new 2014 Acura RLX.

Bill Haisley, General Manager, said "This is the most exciting new Acura ever! With the 310 horsepower direct injected engine it is also the most powerful Acura ever." Owner Dow Huffman said, "A car this special deserves a once in a lifetime style launch."

To unveil the 2014 Acura RLX to the Louisville area Acura at Oxmoor has announced the following details:

Where: Acura at Oxmoor, 100 Oxmoor Ct, Louisville, KY 40222
Date: Tuesday, March 5, 2013
Time: 6:00PM to 8:00PM

The event will be catered and entertainment will include legendary Indianapolis jazz band, "The Greg Bacon Group."

Bill Haisley said, "This car has been highly anticipated among current Acura owners as well as owners of other luxury brands." He added that since space is limited if you wish to attend you can contact Arthur Galitsky at (502) 429-0888 to reserve an invitation.

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Acura at Oxmoor has been a member of the Neil Huffman Auto Group since 1995 and is located at 100 Oxmoor Ct in Louisville KY adjacent to the Oxmoor Mall.

Media Contact:
Joe Turner
Neil Huffman Auto Group
100 Oxmoor Ct
Louisville, KY 40222
Phone: (502) 429-0888
eMail: joe.turner@neilhuffman.com

Needham, MA (PRBuzz.com) March 1, 2013 -- Needham Bank is proud to have supported the Needham Business Association's Annual Awards Dinner, which was held on January 16, 2013 at the Sheraton Needham Hotel on 100 Cabot St., in Needham, MA.

The event featured State Treasurer Steve Grossman as the featured speaker, who spoke on the need to support from locally owned businesses and community banks.

"We're very happy to support the Needham Business Association in their mission to promote local businesses," said Mark Whalen, President and Chief Operating Officer of Needham Bank. "At Needham Bank, we support the Buy Local movement. We believe that supporting local businesses leads to a stronger community.

"As part of that Buy Local movement", Whalen continued, "We believe that buying local means banking local. Supporting local banks means more support of local businesses and the community!"

"Needham Bank has always been a strong advocate for the Needham Business Association", said Walter Collins, President of the Needham Business Association. "Needham Bank is a focal point for the Needham Community, and a partner of many of our member organizations. Needham Bank's tireless support of local businesses is unmatched by any other local or national bank."

The Needham Business Association ("NBA") was established in 1974 with a mission is to enhance the business environment for the benefit of the public and private sectors of the Needham community. You can find out more at needhambusiness.com

Needham Bank is the quintessential community bank, serving Boston and its neighboring communities continuously since 1892. Needham Bank represents the evolution of community banking, bringing the latest financial products and technologies to our customers, while maintaining our commitment to the communities we serve. For more information please visit NeedhamBank.com or call 1-781-444-2100. Needham Bank is a member of FDIC and SIF.

San Francisco, CA (PRBuzz.com) March 1, 2013 -- The kitchen and bathroom are often the most important rooms in making a house a home. They are both a private and a shared space, requiring design and functionality while having a premium on the details that make them welcoming, relaxing environments. Binns is a Canadian company providing customized kitchens and bathrooms, and recently displayed the BeauxArts.02 kitchen in partnership with SieMatic at the Interior Design Show 2013. The Interior Design Show is Canada's design fair featuring the newest and most innovative in international and Canadian products and designs presented by 300 exhibitors.

The guiding principles of the SieMatic BeauxArts.02 kitchen are clearly defined on the Binns website as: "design using tension; a juxtaposition of unexpected elements to tell your own personal style and story."

The custom kitchens are created by Binns' designers in creative collaboration with the client, and use a variety of distinctive features. The SieMatic BeauxArts.02 uses combinations of stone-finished countertops, glossy cabinet doors and bevelled matt metal fronts, which contrast with the furniture elements of the rich ebony walnut pantry to create unique spaces inspired by unconventional kitchen elements.

The custom bathroom designs on offer demonstrate extraordinary variety and individuality, from almost fantastical high-sided freestanding bathtubs to floor-level open-plan shower spaces. The meshing of classical and contemporary furniture styles and integrated countertops has sparked excitement among industry professionals, continuing Binns' award-winning reputation.

"For those looking for custom kitchens in Toronto, there couldn't be a better choice than Binns. Our recent showcase at the Interior Design Show has reaffirmed our dedication to creativity and individuality in making a functional space one of creative design and personal expression. Our kitchens are an entirely different experience, prioritizing originality and unique layouts while still providing elegant and ergonomic functionality. The design we demonstrated at the Toronto Interior Design show was extremely well received by experts and the public alike, and we hope to be installing similar designs in homes across Ontario soon," explains Keith Binns, Director of Business Development.

About Binns: Binns has certified kitchen and bathroom designers on staff. They have knowledge and expertise, and have won many national and international design awards for creating beautiful, functional spaces. The Toronto showroom has over 5,000 square feet and our second location has over 6,000 square feet, both with fully decorated kitchen and bath displays. You can make your selections with ease when you see our showroom displays, or go online to see images. For more information, please visit: http://www.binns.net

Contact
Joe Bragg
joe@brandoutreach.com
(415) 632 1664

Contact: Joseph Mazin, President & CEO
Telephone: (818) 890-1401
Fax: (818) 890-6001
Web Site: http://www.flamemaster.com
E-mail: Releases@flamemaster.com
Dream Master Trailer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uvhUucm9efw

Pacoima, California, (PRBuzz.com) March 1, 2013 -- Flamemaster Corporation (Pink Sheets "FAME.PK") reported net income of $168,938 on sales of $4,905,073 for the year ended September 30, 2012. In the previous year earnings were $269,120 on sales of $5,075,116. Per share results were $.14 fully diluted in 2012 vs. $.22 fully diluted in 2011.

For the 4th quarter ended September 30, 2012, the Company reported net income more than doubled to $110,333 on a 10.5% sales increase to $1,265,423, compared to net income of $49,216 on sales of $1,143,200 in the prior year. Per share results for the quarter ending September 30, 2012 were $.09 compared to $.04 for the quarter ending September 30, 2011

The company continues to expand its product lines and distribution network.

Flamemaster is a Southern California based specialty chemicals manufacturer of high performance sealants, adhesives and coatings, servicing the Aerospace, Defense, Energy, and Transportation industries.

The release herein may contain or identify a forward-looking statement. These statements are based on a number of assumptions and estimates, which are inherently subject to uncertainty and contingencies, many of which are beyond the control of the Company and reflect future business decisions, which are subject to change.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

CONTACT: Pauline Sullivan, JACA Architects, 617-769-6300, www.paulines@jacaarchitects.com 
Media: Jim Farrell, PR First, 781-681-6616, jfarrell@prfirst.com

JACA Architects names Katie Arruda as new Interior Design Specialist

NORTH QUINCY, MA, (PRBuzz.com) March 1, 2013 -- JACA Architects (www.jacaarchitects.com), one of New England's premier healthcare architectural firms, has named Katie Arruda of Norwood, MA, to the position of Interior Designer, to assist in completing healthcare architecture and design.

In this role, Ms. Arruda will work with JACA's architectural team to provide successful design solutions for the firm's healthcare clients.
Prior to joining JACA Architects, she was the Director of Interiors at a Healthcare Rhode Island firm. She earned her Master's of Science at the Pratt Institute in New York, with a concentration in Interior Design.

Anthony Cavallaro, President of JACA Architects, quotes, "We are pleased to welcome Katie to our team in this very important role. She is a bright and dedicated professional, whose vast experience in interiors and understanding patient centered designs within the health care industry will be a valuable asset to our clients."

He continued, "Katie understands the patient service environment and how it affects a design solution, which is a key component for every project."
About JACA Architects

JACA Architects is a 25-employee healthcare architectural firm founded in 1991 by Anthony Cavallaro, AIA, who serves as the company's president. JACA is uniquely positioned in the architectural market in that there are very few firms specializing in the healthcare/medical design field.
For the past twenty years, Healthcare and Life Science planning and design have been the firm's only focus. JACA was one of the first firms in the area to incorporate the use of Revit as part of its Building Information Modeling (BIM) toolkit. BIM is a model-based technology linked to a database of project information. This information is parametrically coordinated and can be extracted for specifications, fabrication, project scheduling, facilities management, energy analysis, engineering and construction, LEED, and more.

With clients including BIDMC, Lahey Health, South Coast Hospital and others, JACA is a steadfast source for medical design and consultation, which positions it uniquely in the marketplace. Offices are located at 9 Billings Road, North Quincy, MA.

For additional information, please visit www.jacaarchitects.com or call, (617) 769-6300.

Huntington Beach Reads Hosts
Free Filming of 'Bully' March 13
In City's Central Library

Movie primes free live appearance of Jay Asher, author of '13 Reasons Why', March 21 at HB High School Gym

HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif.,  (PRBuzz.com) March 1, 2013 -- HBReads, (www.hbreads.org), the not-for-profit organization in Huntington Beach that promotes an understanding of diversity to young and old alike, is hosting a free filming March 13 of "Bully", a cinematic, character-driven documentary.

Beginning at 7 p.m. in Rooms C & D of the library at 7111 Talbert Ave., the film, which won the American Film Award, explores the lives of bullied children, revealing the problem that transcends racial-economic barriers.

It documents the responses of teachers and administrators to aggressive behaviors that defy "kids will be kids" clichés. Also, the film captures a growing movement among parents and youths to change how bullying is handled in schools, communities and in society as a whole.

It is the latest in a series of special events leading up to the March 21 live appearance of Jay Asher, author of the New York Times best-seller, "13 Reasons Why", which has been encouraged reading in Huntington Beach schools this academic year. It consists of a series of transcripts of audiotapes recorded by 16-year-old Hannah Baker before she committed suicide. Included are the reactions of a high school classmate who listens to them. The tapes reveal 13 separate anecdotes about classmates whose actions the girl blames for her death.

The book was on The New York Times children's books best-seller list and has been published in 29 countries. According to one Barnes & Noble executive, "Kids like to read about situations that are worse than theirs and figure out that 'O.K., my life isn't so bad."

Asher's exclusive visit to Southern California includes a reception from 4-6 p.m. at the Huntington Beach Art Center, 538 Main St. (cost: $50), and the free lecture at 7 p.m. in the Huntington Beach High School gymnasium, 1905 Main St. For reservations to the reception, visit http://www.hbreads.org/reserve.htm.

(PRBuzz.com) March 1, 2013 -- Blackout is a new iOS game that has been publicly released onto the App Store. The mobile game has been in development for quite some time, and is one of the most highly anticipated mobile games to ever be released into the Apple App Store. The game offers a unique competitive environment through allowing players to effectively compete against one another in a leader board style fashion.

There are currently two versions of the new Blackout game. The free version is available to all gamers, and offers players 15 highly addicting levels. The PRO version comes complete with 30 levels, among other perks, such as being completely ad free.

Blackout puts the player up against the challenge of cutting the power to the whole city, whilst ensuring that the players' own buildings don't become blacked out. All of this happens during a race against time - with a clock counting down in real-time. As players begin to master Blackout, they can compete and compare their scores with their friends through a Game Center leader board.

The game is simple to play too. Simply swipe across the surface of a city grid, and beat the clock. From there, a new, more challenging level will be unlocked. With a completely unique game play environment and setting; Blackout is set to become one of the most addicting games to ever be released into the Apple App Store this year.

To learn more about Blackout, head over to http://blackoutgame.com or find the official game on the Apple App Store.

About Us:

Blackout is a newly released mobile game that has been developed exclusively for the Apple iOS operating system. The game caters to all age ranges and generations.

Media Contact:
Yashar Sahaleh
info@blackoutgame.com
Irvine, CA
http://blackoutgame.com

(PRBuzz.com) March 1, 2013 -- Blackout is a new iOS game that has been publicly released onto the App Store. The mobile game has been in development for quite some time, and is one of the most highly anticipated mobile games to ever be released into the Apple App Store. The game offers a unique competitive environment through allowing players to effectively compete against one another in a leader board style fashion.

There are currently two versions of the new Blackout game. The free version is available to all gamers, and offers players 15 highly addicting levels. The PRO version comes complete with 30 levels, among other perks, such as being completely ad free.

Blackout puts the player up against the challenge of cutting the power to the whole city, whilst ensuring that the players own buildings don't become blacked out.

All of this happens during a race against time - with a clock counting down in real-time. As players begin to master Blackout, they can compete and compare their scores with their friends through a Game Center leader board.

The game is simple to play too. Simple swipe across the surface of a city grid, and beat the clock.

From there, a new, more challenging level will be unlocked. With a completely unique game play environment and setting, Blackout is set to become one of the most addicting games to ever be released into the Apple App Store this year.

To learn more about Blackout, head over to http://blackoutgame.com/ or find the official game on the Apple App Store, yashar@yasharsahaleh.com

VALETTA, MALTA (PRBuzz.com) March 1, 2013 -- Electronic Shipping Solutions, the leading provider of electronic shipping documents is pleased to announce that Cargill has commenced operational use of CargoDocs for Bulkers on a grain shipment from Houston, US to Veracruz, Mexico onboard the M/V UBC BREMEN.

eB/Ls were drafted by Cargill's Reserve Terminal and reviewed on ESS's eDocs Exchange by the carrier, UBC, in New York; Cargill Inc., the shipper in Minneapolis; and Cargill de Mexico, the receiver in Santa Fe Mexico City, before being signed electronically and issued to Cargill Inc.  All eB/Ls were produced back to the carrier within 19 minutes of issuance, ensuring that the cargo was not discharged to a Letter of Indemnity (LOI) notwithstanding the extremely short sailing time of just two days. 

ESS's entry into the dry cargo market came at the request of Cargill in 2012.  The two companies collaborated on developing agreed eDocs processes and approaching Mexican Customs to ensure the output was acceptable to them.  Cargill successfully tested CargoDocs for Bulkers over a period of two months before signing an operational pan-Group agreement to adopt CargoDocs across all market segments, i.e., Bulkers, Tankers, ARA Barges and Liner. 

Cargill has already commenced work to rollout CargoDocs across various tanker trades in Europe, agri cargo trade routes from North and South America to the Caribs and Europe and Petroleum Barge Trades in the Amsterdam-Rotterdam-Antwerp area.  The company is also preparing for a Trial of CargoDocs for Liner later this year.  Cargill adopted its first ESS Solution in 2010 when it started using ESS's eSDS Solution for REACH / GHS compliance. 

Ernst Herger, Global eBLs Project Manager of Cargill, said:
"The rapidly increasing adoption of CargoDocs for Tankers by major oil companies and large petroleum trading houses gave us the confidence that CargoDocs is the appropriate solution for Cargill to change from paper to electronic documents. Through our unique connectivity across commodities within our integrated Trade Execution group, it was a small step to build the bridge to our dry cargo business. Our Trade Execution and shipping specialists worked closely together with ESS during recent months to adapt CargoDocs for the dry bulk cargo trade. After nearly 150 years of paper Bills of Ladings, this first electronic BL represents a historical milestone for us. We would also like to express our appreciation to the owners of MV UBC Bremen for their spontaneous collaboration."

Alexander Goulandris, Chief Executive Officer of ESS, said:
"We are delighted to have been able to work with Cargill on successfully extending CargoDocs to cover dry bulk shipments, and look forward to working with them on their aggressive rollout plan.  The speed of the transition into the bulker market with just a few months of testing, is testament to our dedicated and uniquely knowledgeable team plus the 7+ years of industry-wide testing and operational use of CargoDocs in the Energy market."

About Cargill
Cargill is an international producer and marketer of food, agricultural, financial and industrial products and services. Founded in 1865, the privately held company employs 142,000 people in 65 countries. Cargill helps customers succeed through collaboration and innovation, and is committed to applying its global knowledge and experience to help meet economic, environmental and social challenges wherever it does business. For more information, visit www.Cargill.com.

About ESS
ESS delivers industry-led electronic shipping and trade document / data solutions which improve physical and financial operations, compliance and traceability. Our global leading solution, CargoDocs, offers electronic bills of lading (eB/L) and supporting documents for the Tanker, Barge, Bulker and/or Liner markets.  For more information visit www.essdocs.com.  Contact Alexander Goulandris.  Email: info@essdocs.com.

(PRBuzz.com) March 1, 2013 -- The Wild Bird Centers of America proudly congratulates these Wild Bird Center franchisees who celebrate store anniversaries this month in dedicated service to their customers and communities:

Sue Wright                            20 years                                 Akron/Fairlawn, OH                  www.wildbird.com/akron
Cynthia Fox                          17 years                                 Chapel Hill, NC                         www.wildbird.com/chapelhill
Pete Givan                            14 years                                 Rockville, MD                           www.wildbird.com/rockville
Dennis & Janice Forshee       11 years                                 Shreveport, LA                         www.wildbird.com/shreveport

The Wild Bird Centers' exclusive line of private label wild bird products includes specialty seed blends, suet cakes, bird feeders, bird houses and accessories. Many of these products also feature the art of world-renowned nature artist, Charley Harper.

The Wild Bird Centers of America is a national franchise system supporting wild bird feeding and watching specialty stores and garden center dealerships throughout the United States and Canada. For information visit www.wildbird.com, www.facebook.com/wildbirdcenters, email info@wildbird.com or call (301) 841-6404.

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(PRBuzz.com) March 1, 2013 -- With the explosion of eBooks and print-on-demand printers, it has never been easier to get a book into print. At the same time, this dramatic increase in the number of books being printed means it's harder than ever to turn that book into a success.

Kent Mauresmo and Anastasiya Petrova have teamed up to explain the secrets behind a successful book. In one word, that is marketing. Their new book "Book Publishing Blueprint: How To Self Publish & Market Your Books...Fast!" is available on the Kindle platform for $2.99. Amazon Prime members can borrow it for free.

"Marketing is the key. But there is smart marketing and not so smart marketing, Mr. Mauresmo said. "Knowing the difference is what separates success from failure."

The book offers proven tips starting with titles and a cover.

"You have just a few seconds to catch a reader's attention. If you can't catch the reader, he's on to something else and chances are he'll never come back," Mauresmo said. "These simple tips will turn a ho-hum title and cover into something that grabs a reader and won't let go."

The book also discusses how to market and promote the author, which is integral to the success of the book. Mr. Mauresmo said that people often buy a book because of the author.

"This is an important and overlooked part of writing a book. Who are you and why are you writing a book? How can you tell people about yourself?

None of the tips in the book violate Amazon's terms of service, so there is no worry about doing something which could get the book kicked off Amazon or the author sanctioned.

"Amazon is the world's bookstore now. It's important to stay on their good side. This book puts you on their good side and keeps you there," he said.

Among other things the book includes:

• How to create PDF Documents and Why You Need Them.

• How to Build an Online Presence Fast!

• YouTube: Create a Commercial the Easy Way.

• Why You Need a Website.

Reader reviews so far are uniformly positive.

The book is available at http://www.amazon.com/Book-Publishing-Blueprint-Books-Fast-ebook/dp/B009B59VKU

For more information visit the Amazon site or http://read2learn.net

About Read2Learn.net
Read2Learn.net is a blog aimed to those who want to achieve internet success. They discuss and share current proven tips about internet marketing, search engine optimization, and other small business success systems that anyone can easily follow.

Their website is loaded with plenty of useful information that will point you in the right direction, and help you launch or improve your own internet business.

Media Contact:
Kent Mauresmo
310-498-9443
Read2Learn.net
contact@read2learn.net
Los Angeles, California
http://read2learn.net

Paperless Software Platform Brings Additional Convenience for Customers and Savings of Time and Money for East Baton Rouge Parish's Oldest Chartered Bank

Providence, RI  (PRBuzz.com) March 1, 2013 -- Andera, a Software-as-a-Service company that simplifies account opening and lending for banks and credit unions, announced that Bank of Zachary has upgraded to oFlows, the first totally paperless platform for online loan applications.

Founded in 1904, the Bank of Zachary is the oldest chartered bank in East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana. With three branches and assets of approximately $192 million, the bank takes pride in meeting the financial needs of its southern Louisiana communities while delivering superior service to its customers.

Bank of Zachary's most recent initiative in improving its customers' banking experience was the launch of a new online banking system with the oFlows platform as its centerpiece. According to President and Chief Executive Officer Preston L. Kennedy, the move was a logical step in the bank's continuing quest to strengthen the bonds between it and its customers.

"We realize that without customers, we have no business. But our goal is not to simply have customers. It is to form relationships that survive in good times and bad, from generation to generation," stated Kennedy.

"Banking customers have a wide array of institutions to choose from. To remain successful, we must differentiate ourselves from the competition, and the best way to do that is through superior customer service. Our choice of Andera enables us to do that, and by eliminating paper from the loan application account opening process, it saves both time for our staff and customers and money for the bank."

Andera CEO Charlie Kroll remarked, "Consumers want their banking relationships to offer the same ease and convenience that they experience when buying goods and services in stores and on line. Technology like oFlows makes that possible. It bridges the gap between these consumers' rising expectations and financial institutions' ability to meet those expectations."

"In moving to oFlows, the Bank of Zachary is making it easy for their loyal customers to conduct their banking business from wherever they happen to be and at any time of day or night."

About Andera
Andera pioneered online account opening in 2004 and now offers a multichannel platform to over 550 bank and credit union customers. Andera's oFlows platform radically simplifies account opening and lending in branches, online, out in the field, and over the phone. The oFlows platform is a four-time winner of the "Best in Show" award at Finovate.

Recently cited as "One of the Top Ten Tech Companies to Watch" by American Banker, Andera is privately held, headquartered in Providence, and has offices in San Francisco and New York. For more information, visit www.andera.com or register for an upcoming webinar.

Andera Contact
Laurie McLachlan
lmclachlan@andera.com
(617) 921-2916

Press Contact
Tom Burke, Graber Associates
tom@graberassociates.net
(617) 326-7471

(PRBuzz.com) March 1, 2013 -- The independent authority on Search vendors, topseos.com, has released their list of the thirty best integrated Search companies offering SEO and PPC solutions for the month of March 2013. Thousands of companies are included in the evaluations each month while only the thirty best companies offering a comprehensive online marketing suite to their clients are included in the rankings. Businesses use the list to find a top ranking SEO and PPC provider which understands both paid and organic Search.

The Thirty Best Integrated Search Companies for March 2013 are:

1. Perfect Search Media
2. Exults, Inc.
3. Lead To Conversion LLC
4. Adaptivity Pro
5. Glide Interactive
6. HigherVisibility
7. 180Fusion
8. Connelly Digital
9. OneIMS - Integrated Marketing Solutions
10. WebMetro
11. Netmark.com
12. Clicks and Clients, Inc.
13. Mediative
14. Softline Solutions
15. Brand.net
16. Circ.us
17. Bruce Clay Inc.
18. Ogilvy & Mather
19. Web.com Search Agency
20. Eric Mower and Associates
21. Stillwater Media Group
22. ten24 Media
23. SmartSearch Marketing
24. InBusiness, Inc.
25. Position Tech
26. 7 Intelligent Enterprises, LLC
27. SpiderBoost LLC
28. Reprise Media
29. Pure Visibility Inc.
30. Active Media

The process for evaluating and ranking the best integrated Search companies involves an in-depth analysis of the companies providing both search engine optimization and pay per click management services through the use of five areas of evaluation. These five areas of evaluation are used in order to benchmark and compare the services provided by each online marketing agency. For Integrated Search companies the five areas of evaluation include needs analysis, keyword selection, campaign coordination, CPA minimization, and reporting.

ABOUT topseos.com

topseos.com is a well-known independent authority on search vendors. Established in 2002, the goal of topseos.com is to recognize and rank those individuals or companies providing the best online marketing services all over the world. A specialized team of researchers examine thousands of applicants each month who are seeking to be ranked as a top internet marketing service provider by the independent authority. This website is being visited daily by thousands of visitors all over the world looking for the best services available. The website also provides various types of facilities other than the independent rankings which provide useful information to customers and providers of online marketing services.

Online marketing companies interested in being evaluated and ranked can visit:

http://www.topseos.com/rankings/search-engine-marketing-agencies/apply-for-ranking

For the list of the best SEO and PPC companies visit:

http://www.topseos.com/rankings-of-best-integrated-search-seo-and-ppc-companies

VALETTA, MALTA (PRBuzz.com) March 1, 2013 -- Electronic Shipping Solutions, the leading provider of electronic shipping documents is pleased to announce that Cargill has commenced operational use of CargoDocs for Bulkers on a grain shipment from Houston, US to Veracruz, Mexico onboard the M/V UBC BREMEN.

eB/Ls were drafted by Cargill's Reserve Terminal and reviewed on ESS's eDocs Exchange by the carrier, UBC, in New York; Cargill Inc., the shipper in Minneapolis; and Cargill de Mexico, the receiver in Santa Fe Mexico City, before being signed electronically and issued to Cargill Inc.  All eB/Ls were produced back to the carrier within 19 minutes of issuance, ensuring that the cargo was not discharged to a Letter of Indemnity (LOI) notwithstanding the extremely short sailing time of just two days.

ESS's entry into the dry cargo market came at the request of Cargill in 2012.  The two companies collaborated on developing agreed eDocs processes and approaching Mexican Customs to ensure the output was acceptable to them.  Cargill successfully tested CargoDocs for Bulkers over a period of two months before signing an operational pan-Group agreement to adopt CargoDocs across all market segments, i.e., Bulkers, Tankers, ARA Barges and Liner.

Cargill has already commenced work to rollout CargoDocs across various tanker trades in Europe, agri cargo trade routes from North and South America to the Caribs and Europe and Petroleum Barge Trades in the Amsterdam-Rotterdam-Antwerp area.  The company is also preparing for a Trial of CargoDocs for Liner later this year.  Cargill adopted its first ESS Solution in 2010 when it started using ESS's eSDS Solution for REACH / GHS compliance.

Ernst Herger, Global eBLs Project Manager of Cargill, said:
"The rapidly increasing adoption of CargoDocs for Tankers by major oil companies and large petroleum trading houses gave us the confidence that CargoDocs is the appropriate solution for Cargill to change from paper to electronic documents. Through our unique connectivity across commodities within our integrated Trade Execution group, it was a small step to build the bridge to our dry cargo business. Our Trade Execution and shipping specialists worked closely together with ESS during recent months to adapt CargoDocs for the dry bulk cargo trade. After nearly 150 years of paper Bills of Ladings, this first electronic BL represents a historical milestone for us. We would also like to express our appreciation to the owners of MV UBC Bremen for their spontaneous collaboration."

Alexander Goulandris, Chief Executive Officer of ESS, said:
"We are delighted to have been able to work with Cargill on successfully extending CargoDocs to cover dry bulk shipments, and look forward to working with them on their aggressive rollout plan.  The speed of the transition into the bulker market with just a few months of testing, is testament to our dedicated and uniquely knowledgeable team plus the 7+ years of industry-wide testing and operational use of CargoDocs in the Energy market."

About Cargill
Cargill is an international producer and marketer of food, agricultural, financial and industrial products and services. Founded in 1865, the privately held company employs 142,000 people in 65 countries. Cargill helps customers succeed through collaboration and innovation, and is committed to applying its global knowledge and experience to help meet economic, environmental and social challenges wherever it does business. For more information, visit www.Cargill.com.

About ESS
ESS delivers industry-led electronic shipping and trade document / data solutions which improve physical and financial operations, compliance and traceability. Our global leading solution, CargoDocs, offers electronic bills of lading (eB/L) and supporting documents for the Tanker, Barge, Bulker and/or Liner markets.  For more information visit www.essdocs.com.  Contact Alexander Goulandris.  Email: info@essdocs.com.

(PRBuzz.com) March 1, 2013 -- The independent authority on Search vendors, topseos.com, has named the thirty best local SEO companies in the online marketing industry for the month of March 2013. Each of the companies included in the list have had their local search engine optimization offerings put to the test by an independent research team. Businesses looking for the best companies to assist them with their social media use this list in order to connect with companies with a proven track record of success in social media marketing.

The Thirty Best Local SEO Companies for March 2013 are:

1. 180Fusion
2. Online Partners
3. TopHatRank.com LLC
4. HigherVisibility
5. Glide Interactive
6. Perfect Search Media
7. iCrossing
8. Gorilla Placement
9. iProspect
10. Nifty Marketing
11. eLocal Listing
12. Marchex, Inc.
13. LocalSEO.com
14. Big Oak SEO
15. 540 SEO
16. RevLocal
17. Future Media Architects Inc
18. Localeze
19. Local Plus Marketing
20. SiteTools, Inc.
21. Annzo
22. anuvatech.com
23. Local Market Launch
24. RankLogix
25. Local SEO Sites
26. Local SEO'd
27. Crexendo, Inc.
28. GeoLocalSEO
29. Authentic Web
30. BrightLocal

The primary goal of topseos.com is to help businesses find the best online marketing companies to meet their specific needs. This is accomplished by creating a list of the top online marketing companies based on their core services with no partiality attached. Five areas of evaluation are used in order to benchmark and compare the best local SEO companies. These five areas include needs analysis, keyword selection, optimization, localization, and reporting. Client references are also contacted in order to obtain information about the level of satisfaction companies have obtained when providing services to their clients.

ABOUT topseos.com

topseos.com is a well-known independent authority on search vendors. Established in 2002, the goal of topseos.com is to recognize and rank those individuals or companies providing the best online marketing services all over the world. A specialized team of researchers examine thousands of applicants each month who are seeking to be ranked as a top internet marketing service provider by the independent authority. This website is being visited daily by thousands of visitors all over the world looking for the best services available. The website also provides various types of facilities other than the independent rankings which provide useful information to customers and providers of online marketing services.

Local SEO companies interested in being evaluated and ranked can visit:

http://www.topseos.com/rankings/search-engine-marketing-agencies/apply-for-ranking

Those looking for the best local SEO companies can visit:

http://www.topseos.com/rankings-of-best-local-seo-companies

Spring 2013 Means One Thing: The Re-Release of Bongwater on Digital Platforms!

Hollywood, CA (PRBuzz.com) March 1, 2013 -- Bongwater is a cult classic that is being re-released on digital platforms in spring of this year. For the first time ever, Bongwater will be available on iTunes, Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime, and video on demand. In the grand tradition of Fast Times at Ridgemont High, Reality Bites, and Dazed and Confused, comes the epic slacker comedy Bongwater. The film has an amazing cast - Luke Wilson, Jack Black, Brittany Murphy, Scott Caan, Alicia Witt, Jamie Kennedy, Andy Dick, and Jeremy Sisto.

In Bongwater, struggling artist David (Luke Wilson) has big plans for his life - except he can't exactly remember what they are. When slinky, sassy Serena (Alicia Witt) waltzes into his life things take a definite turn for the better, that is, until his house burns down and she bolts to New York with a wannabe rock star (Jamie Kennedy). While Serena frolics back east, lovesick David gets by with a little help from his friends, like singing farmer (Jack Black), hilariously sarcastic sidekick (Andy Dick), and oversexed rich girl (Brittany Murphy). If Serena ever returns, someone's gonna get a rude awakening, as this raucous comedy hurtles toward an outrageous and unexpected finish!

Reviews have been great for Bongwater, and its sure not to disappoint the new crowd of viewers that it may have this time around during its digital re-release. One Bongwater review says, "The title notwithstanding, this drug-laden laugh trip is more Reality Bites than Up in Smoke. David (a sweetly earnest Wilson) is a pot dealer with half-baked ambitions of becoming an artist; Serena (Witt) is his nuttily domineering love interest. Though the pair's lack of real chemistry makes the cuddly ending feel tacked on, the hysterical drug-buddy performances of Brittany Murphy, Andy Dick, and Jack Black really make this joint roll."

A fan said, "...I watch a great deal of movies and this is in my top 5 favorite movies. This is a movie that I can always watch. It's a smart stony movie that always delivers. There is a ton of very subtle, incredibly funny humor. Jack Black's role is very funny, and this is my favorite of all of Luke Wilson's movies..."

Bongwater is one of those awesome stoner movies that reels fans in and becomes a classic. Learn more about Bongwater on its iTunes page - Bongwater/iTunes

Gravitas Ventures 
http://www.gravitasventures.com
El Segundo, CA
richard@syntheticpictures.com

(PRBuzz.com) March 1, 2013 -- Bitdefender antivirus plus 2013 is the best antispyware and antivirus defense which also offers id theft protection, protection of privacy on Facebook and Twitter, detects risky websites and it is also windows 8 certified. Bitdefender autopilot feature makes all the decisions re3garding your pc safety and security to enable you to enjoy unfettered pc experience without any troubles. The Bitdefender safepay feature opens your various online shopping pages in different iron clad browsers which ensure that no private account details gets stolen.

Along with the above mentioned features the entire 2013 suite includes tune up, safe box, anti theft, anti spam, two way firewall, parental control, social network protection, search advisers, antiphising, antivirus, antispyware, usb immunizer and it is window 8 compatible.

The Bitdefender offers unparallel security with the combination of the above mentioned features as well as Mybitdefender dashboard which provides info regarding software and licenses status, security widget which helps in keeping track of all security related tasks and USB immunizer which protects the external flash drives from viruses. These are the new features which have been added to the previous versions to make enhance its utility and performance. Unlike much other antivirus software Bitdefender does not affect the speed of your pc.

Bitdefender 2013 was awarded the coveted title of "Product Of The Year" , "Best Repair of 2012"and ", "Best Antivirus For 2013" by the very popular and famous PC MAG magazine, and by two other major reviewing institutions, AV-Comparatives and AV tests. These achievements tends to show the wide scale acceptance approval and customer satisfaction which has been showered on this software. In adition to the above awards the Bitdefender antivirus 2013 plus has achieved a number of awards and accolades which consist of distinctions from CNET, Magazine, Laptop , PC PRO, WebUser, Expert reviews, Micro Hebdo and PC Achat. Thus this software has been acclaimed as the go to software for premium pc and internet protection by on e and all and it is also very cost effective.

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