Avcorp Industries announced late last week that its subsidiary, Comtek Advanced Structures (Comtek), garnered Learjet 85 manufacturing contract from Bombardier Aerospace. As part of the agree Comtek will design, manufacture and support the floor panels for the Learjet 85* business jet. Comtek currently supplies the floor panels for Bombardier's Q400* turboprop and CRJ700*, CRJ900* and CRJ1000* regional jets and has done so since the program's start. The Learjet 85 aircraft program contract marks a significant expansion of Comtek's relationship with Bombardier as a provider of similar design-build products for business aircraft. Under a separate agreement with Bombardier, Comtek also provided flooring spares through its global distribution network for Q-Series* 100/200/300 turboprop aircraft.

"Comtek is excited to expand its long-term relationship with Bombardier as a Tier 1 design-build supplier," saidPatrick Whyte, Comtek's President. "As a specialist in composite aircraft structures, we are well-positioned to grow as the use of composites in new aircraft designs continues to increase."

Launched in 2007, the Learjet 85 aircraft program fits the midsize segment of the market. It will be the first Bombardier business jet to feature a primarily composite structure.

In addition to the flooring, Comtek will also provide composite panels that are integrated into the avionics rack for the Learjet 85 aircraft.

About Avcorp

Avcorp designs and builds major airframe structures for some of the world's leading aircraft companies, including Boeing, BAES and Cessna. With more than 50 years of experience, 500 skilled employees and 354,000 square feet of facilities in Delta BC and Burlington ON, Avcorp offers integrated composite and metallic aircraft structures to aircraft manufacturers, a distinct advantage in the pursuit of contracts for new aircraft designs, which require lower-cost, light-weight, strong, reliable structures. Avcorp is a Canadian public company, traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange 

Edited by: Kristin Craik

 Twitter is partnering with American Express in releasing the fledgling system by only offering it to businesses that use or accept American Express cards with a U. S. address that have never advertised on Twitter. As an additional enticement, American Express is offering $100 in Twitter ads for each of the first 10,000 qualified businesses that sign up, check it out by clicking here.

The automated system, according to the Associate Press, will be very similar to Google's system, albeit with a 140-character limit. Advertisers will be able to specify their spending limit, the cities or regions they want their ads to appear and (Of course!) write their own 140-character commercial message tweet. Charges will be made for ads that get a user response, such as becoming a follower to the business, a retweet of the message or clicks on a link.

The tweeted ads, termed "promoted products," will begin appearing in the Twitter feed in late March. Reportedly, the automated service will become available to other cardholders later on this year.

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Twitter prepared for this move by acquiring Internet security firm Dasient, which in 2010 introduced a service to protect advertisement networks and publishers from malicious ads, according to The Globe and Mail. Experts see this as Twitter’s latest move in its strategy to become the newest online marketing powerhouse a la Google. The release also has investors buzzing about the possibility of an initial public offering in the future, although Twitter hasn’t officially commented conclusively.

Where to Stay

Located in the middle of downtown, Visitors Inn in Hamilton, Ontario prides itself in providing luxurious accommodations at an affordable price. For a relaxing or romantic getaway, Visitors Inn has Jacuzzi Suites that feature, as you can tell by the name, a large in-room Jacuzzi.

Another luxurious choice for your business accommodation is the Sheraton Hamilton Hotel. Located in the middle of the business district you’ll feel ultimately connected to the City as the hotel is situated next to Copps Coliseum, the Hamilton Convention Centre and Hamilton place. Featuring incredible views of Lake Ontario, the hotel will fulfill all of your lodging needs.

Where to Eat

Located a little outside of town is Ancaster Old Mill, a fine dining restaurant near Hamilton, Ontario. The restaurant features a dining room built out over a waterfall-fed creek affiliated with the Niagara escarpment, creating a picturesque and unique dining experience. Serving self-described “EARTH TO TABLE” cuisine, the Ancaster Mill utilizes local and seasonal ingredients from nearby farms to provide changing menus year round. 

What to Do

Featuring over 100 waterfalls around the area, it’s no surprise Hamilton is known as the “Waterfall Capital of Canada.” Get an up close and personal experience with waterfalls found along the Niagara Escarpment and Bruce Trail. Hikers and those who enjoy the natural water wonders will rejoice at the multitude of trails located in and around Hamilton.

Another gem located in Hamilton is the Royal Botanical Gardens (RGB). Visitors are welcome to explore over 2,700 acres of gardens and sanctuaries that feature over 27 kilometres of walking trails – some of which connect to the Bruce Trail. Offering guided tours, learning experiences, at-risk plant species and more, the RGB is a fantastic place to stop while in Hamilton. 

Mike Weir, a popular Canadian professional golfer who famously beat Tiger Woods in the 2007 Presidents Cup, is successful in the world of professional golf. But what’s inspiring about Weir isn’t only his successful golfing career. Finding time to not only work toward sport success despite an arm injury, Weir has also balanced running the operations of his own business and a charity organization.

Mike Weir Wine

Did you know that Weir has a passion for wine? Not many people do, as his professional golfing career overshadows his business ventures in the media. Getting into the industry with his wife based on a passion for wine, Weir entered the wine industry with just five rows of vines in his front yard. Parallel to growth of the Niagara wine industry recognition, Weir’s interest in wine-making increased and he launched his first wines in April of 2005. Today, Mike Weir Winery is award winning and has become a successful venture for Weir, something he is proud of.

“I take great interest in everything we are doing at Mike Weir Winery and I'm very passionate about the quality of our wine. I hope to get more and more involved over time but my tour schedule and young family are my priorities. Bricia and I entertain a lot at our home and I love to bring my wines out. Not so much to promote them but to watch people’s faces when they find out they're from Canada and the Niagara Peninsula. Not many Americans know that we have a burgeoning wine region and even fewer know how good the wine is. I'm very proud to be able to further the cause of Canadian and Niagara wines through my travel and the many opportunities that are afforded me,” said Weir on the Weir Wine Industry website.

The winery is additionally a way Weir raises funds for the Mike Weir Foundation, a charity run by Weir and his wife whose mission is to “advance the physical, emotional and educational welfare of children in Canada”. To date the foundation has raised over $5 million toward children’s wellness – $3 million specifically for children’s healthcare. 

“I truly hope you enjoy my wines and understand that your purchase is helping us make a difference in children's lives. I hope you share your stories about wine and golf with me as well. I can promise you that I'll bring the same passion and commitment to quality wine as I have to my golf career and I hope you join me in that journey,” said Weir.

In the professional golf realm, Weir’s career highlights,  namely in 2003, winning the Masters Tournament, placing third at the U.S. Open, ranking third in the Official World Golf Rankings, and winning the Lou Marsh trophy for outstanding Canadian athlete of the year put Weir on the map.  Today, Weir’s sports career has been on hiatus due to medical leave but has his sights set on Pebble Beach this month.

Utilizing his competitive spirit for not only his sports career but the Niagara wine community as well, it’s clear Weir has implemented his success on and off the golf course. 

In recent years, the reference-checking landscape has changed dramatically for prospective employers and job seekers alike. The advent of social media sites like LinkedIn and Facebook allow prospective employers to quickly research reference data on a prospective candidate, says professional reference checking company Allison & Taylor.

This is a boon from the hiring manager/recruiter perspective, as vast personal and professional networks can be accessed – the membership of LinkedIn alone exceeds 135 million members. Social media opens up the candidate pool; estimates suggest that a significant majority of hiring managers recruited through social networks in 2011 and that this trend will continue.

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In addition, many hiring managers use social media such using as LinkedIn, Twitter or Facebook (in addition to general Google searches) to check a potential candidate’s background. An employer can type in the candidate’s name, previous employers and dates of employment and might well come up with the names of a wide variety of current and former associates. What’s more, prospective employers can access the information on these sites even before a candidate is interviewed in person.

What are the ramifications for you, the job seeker? For one, a prospective employer might be able to access former references who are not those you would normally provide as references. Simply offering up the name of your former Human Resources representative, or of your immediate supervisor, might not be sufficient if an employer is able to utilize social media tools to access the names of your second-level supervisors or other key associates.

This being the case, what steps should you take now to ensure that your social media data isn’t used against you?

Consider these five proactive steps to manage your references in the Internet Age:

1. Take the time to research yourself online prior to beginning your interview process. (One example: “Google” yourself.) The odds are very high that your application, resume and credentials will be reviewed by prospective employers for inaccuracies – better that you identify them first, if they exist.

2. Consider expanding your reference list to prospective employers beyond simply an HR contact or supervisor. Associates like a supportive second-level supervisor or a matrix manager(s) can be key advocates in your behalf and might be more supportive than traditional references like immediate supervisors.

3. Find out what your references will say about you prior to beginning the interview process. Use a third-party reference verification firm to find out what references at your most recent places of employment (in particular) will actually say about you. Increasing the scope of your reference search (to second-level supervisors, etc.) may identify additional favorable references in senior positions whose names you may wish to invoke during the interview process.

4. When negative references are identified during a third-party search, consider taking remedial action intended to discourage such references from ever offering similar negative input to your future employers. Tools such as Cease & Desist letters have proven extremely effective in neutralizing future negative input from unfavorable references.

5. Know your rights. Be aware that employers are legally prohibited from using certain social media data they may discover about you during the hiring process, (e.g. data pertaining to your race, religion, age, sex, sexual preference, etc.). Employers open themselves up to lawsuits if they base their hiring decisions on such discriminatory information.

The ever-increasing prevalence of social media is a doubled edged sword; it has opened up countless employment opportunities, but has also given prospective employers added tools to investigate your background. By recognizing this and taking proactive steps, you use social media to your advantage - and gainful new employment.

Edited By: Kristin Craik

The portfolio provides comprehensive coverage, including Central London properties, which are well placed to take advantage of the increased demand in 2012 due to the high volume of international events taking place in the UK. 

In addition to the London locations, the portfolio is highlighted by a variety of conference centres, upscale country club estates and hotels in key regional cities.

With tourism contributing an estimated £155 a year to the UK economy the breadth of the portfolio takes advantage of an increase in domestic tourism in the region.

The deal is expected to be the largest ever made by a Canadian-based company as MINA Holdings is set to purchase the hotels from Fawkes Holdings Limited, a subsidiary of Professional Ventures Corporation.

The hotels are operated, under contract, by Marriott® International Inc., for a further 25 years, whose name will continue to provide considerable financial support and global brand recognition.

Edited by: Kristin Craik

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(San Diego, CA) Get insight into new tablet technology! Business Review Canada, this month, reviews the Sony Tablet S, its capabilities and how it can help the business professional.

Entering an already competitive tablet market place, Sony released its latest elite technology to Canada in late September 2011, the Sony Tablet S. Offering Canadians a slim Android tablet, the Sony Tablet S has the specs, productivity tools and mobility to conduct important business while away from the office.

One particular benefit is the tablet’s size. The Sony Tablet S is a much slimmer tablet than some of its competitors, such as the iPad. With dimensions of 9.5 inches in length, 6.8 inches in width and 0.3 inches in depth, the Sony Tablet S can easily fit in any briefcase, book bag or even a large purse.

Check out the article and Business Review Canada's video review in the February issue of Business Review Canada!

About Business Review Canada

Business Review Canada is a leading digital media source of news and content for C-level executives focused on business and industry-specific news throughout Canada. Business Review Canada is the territory-dedicated arm of the White Digital Media Group. Founded in 2007 by entrepreneur Glen White, White Digital Media retains a diversified portfolio of websites, magazines, daily news feeds and weekly e-newsletters that leverage technology to innovatively deliver high-quality content, analytical data, and industry news.

Business Review Canada is headquartered in Toronto, Canada. For more information, contact 1-760-827-7800 or visit http://www.businessreviewcanada.ca/

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(San Diego, CA, February 7th, 2011) – The latest issue of Business Review Canada is free online for Canadian business Executives.

Welcome to 2012, readers! This month, Business Review Canada highlights Mike Weir, a Canadian who not only has proven success on the golf course, but in business as well, and has a passion for wines.

Also, find out what industries are expecting and forecasting for the Canadian economy throughout the upcoming year. Additionally this month, find out how customer service has amplified American Express Canada’s operations. Thriving throughout a slow economy, the auto manufacturing industry in Canada can relate some of its achievements from foreign investments. Finally, this February, if you’re planning on taking a trip with your significant other, Business Review Canada ranks Canada’s Top Ten Romantic Getaways.

Check out all of this and more in the February issue of Business Review Canada!

Read all these stories and much more at: http://www.businessreviewcanada.ca/

About Business Review Canada

Business Review Canada is a leading digital media source of news and content for C-level executives focused on business and industry-specific news throughout Canada. Business Review Canada is the territory-dedicated arm of the White Digital Media Group. Founded in 2007 by entrepreneur Glen White, White Digital Media retains a diversified portfolio of websites, magazines, daily news feeds and weekly e-newsletters that leverage technology to innovatively deliver high-quality content, analytical data, and industry news.

Business Review Canada is headquartered in Toronto, Canada. For more information, contact 1-760-827-7800 or visit http://www.businessreviewcanada.ca/.

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(San Diego, CA) This month, Business Review Canada analyzed economic forecasts and predictions for Canada’s 2012. See who believes they see an optimistic upcoming year and who isn’t so sure Canada’s economy will recover.

In December 2011, the Canadian industry saw an economic upturn, something that was quite unexpected. A direct result of holiday spending, Canadians’ generosity proved beneficial to the somewhat unfruitful economy of 2011.

Despite  the economic boost the late months of 2011, the economic outlook isn’t picture perfect for 2012. In a survey conducted by the Economic Club of Canada and Pollara Strategic Insights, it was found that Canadian residents are actually “more worried than ever” about Canada’s economy in 2012.

In the end, not everyone in Canada expects economic doom. In early January it was found in a survey conducted by Sage that small business owners actually have an upbeat economic outlook, with 43 per cent expecting a better year than 2011. Sage’s results found small business is less concerned about issues such as the global economic crisis and the rating of the Canadian dollar.

Check out all of this and more in the February issue of Business Review Canada!

About Business Review Canada

Business Review Canada is a leading digital media source of news and content for C-level executives focused on business and industry-specific news throughout Canada. Business Review Canada is the territory-dedicated arm of the White Digital Media Group. Founded in 2007 by entrepreneur Glen White, White Digital Media retains a diversified portfolio of websites, magazines, daily news feeds and weekly e-newsletters that leverage technology to innovatively deliver high-quality content, analytical data, and industry news.

Business Review Canada is headquartered in Toronto, Canada. For more information, contact 1-760-827-7800 or visit http://www.businessreviewcanada.ca/

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Kristin Craik
Business Review Canada
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NEW HOLLAND, Pa., Feb. 16, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Alouette® Cheese announced the introduction of a new line of deliciously spreadable cheddar cheeses. Featuring a full body and fine robust flavor, the new spreadable flavors – Sharp Cheddar Cheese and Bacon Cheddar Cheese – are both perfect for serving as a snack or for entertaining guests.

Available in a convenient, ready-to-serve 6 oz. container, the creamy, savory cheddars can be served with crackers or pretzels, spread on a sandwich or slice of bread, or used to add great flavor to a traditional mac 'n cheese dish. The new cheddars are available in the deli section of supermarkets across the country and retail for $4.99.

"Bacon is a top 10 food trend of the decade according to the Food Network, and cheddar is the world's best selling cheese," said Director of Marketing New Products, Cristina Anton Villa. "We are very enthusiastic to add two new cheddar flavors to an award-winning line up that already includes Alouette Garlic & Herbs and Alouette Savory Vegetable Soft Spreadable Cheese."

The new cheddar flavors offer the same quality and superior taste that consumers have come to expect from a beloved brand like Alouette. Several product attributes include:

• Made with Grade A Milk
• Made with 12-month aged cheddar
• Kosher Certified (OUD)
• Gluten-free

Greg Gable, Executive Chef for Alouette, has created new serving suggestions incorporating the new cheddars. Alouette also offers recipes, serving suggestions, entertaining tips and nutritional values on www.alouettecheese.com.  

About Alouette

The Alouette® brand has grown over the years, extending its unique line of cheeses to include a wide variety of Alouette Spreadable Cheese flavors as well as other specialty cheese products, such as the 2011 Chef's Best® award-winning Alouette Baby Brie. Today, Alouette is a leading brand in the Specialty Cheese Category in the United States and is the #1 brand of Premium Spreadable Cheese.

The Chef's Best Award for Best Taste is awarded to the brand rated highest overall among leading brands by independent professional chefs. For more information regarding American Culinary Chef's Best, visit www.chefsbest.org.

About Chef Greg Gable

Chef Greg Gable joined Alouette Cheese USA, LLC in 2007 as Executive Chef.  Gable first acquired critical acclaim during his 13 years at Le Bec-Fin, one of Philadelphia's finest dining institutions. He has also received several accolades, such as the Philadelphia Inquirer's 3 Bells Award of Excellence and the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence.  Gable is a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, N.Y.

SOURCE Alouette

Oscar Aubert, political scientist and expert on West Europe, Russia and CIS, has stated that Putin remains the most popular politician in Russia despite large-scale protests in Moscow.

"The European, and, in particular, the French press often describe the situation in Russia as "Russians protest against Putin's policy," "Russians are outraged by the election frauds," etc. But let's ask ourselves how many protesters, dissatisfied, or, as people now call them, "angry" Russians there are. A fair answer to this question will make many people look at the situation in Russia from a completely different angle.

"As a starting point we take the results of opinion poll, obtained by sociological research organization Levada Center. Unlike two other companies that also specialize in national polling, Levada Center is a private company that doesn't receive governmental funding; by the way, it regularly receives orders to make sociological studies for the Russian opposition. The survey cited below was conducted on January 20-23, 2012 - the "surprise effect" of the December protests had already passed by that time, the government and the opposition were systematically preparing their supporters for mass actions on February 4.

"Let's start with a question which will allow us to determine "the degree of opposition-intensity" of the Russian society towards Prime Minister Vladimir Putin, who is going to retake the presidential chair on March 4: "Do you support the slogans "Russia without Putin" and "Putin should leave"? 6% of respondents gave the answer "definitely support", another 15% - "rather support". As a result 21% of Russians can be attributed to Vladimir Putin's opponents of various degrees of radicalism. On the other hand, the responses "rather don't support" and "don't support" were given by 29% and 32% respectively. It means that 61% of Russians can be attributed to Vladimir Putin's supporters of various degrees of loyalty. 17% found difficulty in replying.

"On a more specific question "Do you generally approve or disapprove of Vladimir Putin's activity as the Russian Prime Minister?", 64% of Russians gave the answer "approve", and only 34% answered "don't approve".

"It is obvious that in this case to speak of "a confrontation between the authorities and the people" today in Russia is at least not correct. But the expected victory of Vladimir Putin in the first round is a direct consequence of this sociology.

"Violations of law and/or fraud in the parliamentary elections in the Western and the French media were widely recognized, though of the opposition had a lot of problems with finding convincing evidence. But the Russian media convince us that "Russians protest against unfair elections." Yes, those who gather at the opposition rallies, protest against election frauds. But what about the rest? Again we turn to Levada Center's study which aked the Russians: "do you think that the elections in the State Duma of the Russian Federation, December 4, 2011 were fair?"

"The answer "fair" was given by 8% of Russians, the answer "rather fair" - by 35%. On the other "pole" are 23% that believe that the elections were "rather unfair", 14% gave the answer "unfair". 19% of respondents found difficulty in replying. Thus, the majority, though a relative one (43%), to one degree or another, believe that the parliamentary elections were fair.

"To sum up, it is necessary to mention once again - actively protesters, "angry" or even ones simply dissatisfied with Prime Minister Vladimir Putin's policy, Russians are a minority. They are, of course, can't be ignored, their voice should be heard by the authorities. But exactly to the extent that is respective to their share in the Russian society. After all, the democracy that we so willingly want to teach the Russians, first of all, is the will of the majority. And not the diktat of the minority, even if we, the West, like this protesting minority more than the majority of Russians that vote for Putin."

Oscar Aubert is a sociologist, political scientist, an expert for West Europe, Russia and CIS

SOURCE Russia Insights www.russia-insights.com

Foreign exchange is one of the most popular traded financial products, providing attractive opportunities for savvy traders in Singapore, even in volatile market conditions.

Here we look at the top five forex trading tips with a focus on using FX Accucharts from City Index Asia as a trading tool.

1. Research & Analysis

Before jumping into an FX trade it is important to learn how to use technical and fundamental tools so that you can trade more effectively.

2. Trading Plan & Tools

Fortunately, there are a number of leading trading platforms to help you to achieve more consistent trading results, one of which is FX Accucharts; developed by City Index Asia.

FX Accucharts provides traders with the convenience of rapid and accurate analysis, whilst allowing you to benefit from professional features such as real-time price feeds and multiple time frame analysis to uncover potential future market directions.

Key features include:

• Over 150 indicators/oscillator variations 
• Customisable charts to fit your individual preferences 
• Personalised chart analysis and indicators
• Ability to save and share customised workspaces with other FX Trader account holders
• Audible price alerts
  

3. Risk Management

Stop and limit orders can help you manage risk and protect potential profits by helping you get in or out of the market at specified prices.

4. Discipline

One of the most important parts of formulating a trading strategy can simply be to stick to it.

However, not every trade you make will be successful. In a losing situation, it is easy to let losses accumulate in the hope that prices will turn around.

Experienced traders tend to cut their losses quickly and run their profits to a level they expect the market to reach, using their trading strategy and trading plans to help enforce these rules.

5. Follow the News

Because your forex trades will move in tandem with the live market and are likely to be influenced by global, social and economic events, you will be in a much better position to open new trades or exit positions by keeping up to date with market events.

Summary

If you want to learn more about foreign exchange, or even start trading with City Index Asia, you can view more information here: http://www.cityindex.com.sg/fx-trading/start-trading-fx.aspx

Forex trading involves substantial risk of loss and is not suitable for some investors.

Trading CFD and FX on margin carries a high level of risk, which may not be suitable for some investors.

Consider your investment objectives, level of experience, financial resources, risk appetite and other relevant circumstances carefully. The possibility exists that you could lose some or all of your investments, including your initial deposits.

About City Index:

Today more and more individual traders are discovering the benefits of derivatives, and many of them are discovering them through a City Index trading platform.

City Index is a leading global provider of margined foreign exchange, CFD trading and in the UK, spread betting. As a group, we transact in excess of 1.5 million trades every month for individuals in over 50 countries worldwide. To learn more visit: http://www.cityindex.com.sg/

SOURCE City Index Singapore

HOUSTON, Feb. 16, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- David Braun, a Regional Vice President of GDF SUEZ Energy Resources, will be featured at the 16th annual Ohio Energy Management Conference Feb. 21-22 in Columbus.

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Braun, who oversees commercial and industrial sales in MISO and the western region of PJM for the company, will speak as part of a panel discussion entitled "Savvy Buyer…Electricity Procurement and Risk Management Best Practices." The session is scheduled for 3:15 p.m. on Feb. 21 at the Columbus Renaissance Hotel, which is hosting the two-day event.

"Although Ohio has had a deregulated environment for years, recent changes in the market present some real challenges for anyone responsible for procuring power," Braun said. "The ability to successfully meet those challenges – and to manage the risks and maximize the opportunities that come with a competitive marketplace – can have a major impact on energy strategies, usage, and costs."

Braun has more than two decades of experience in the energy and utility industries, and his remarks will focus on a broad range of issues critical to Ohio businesses. These include understanding how energy is priced; contract language and terms, including avoiding hidden costs and fees; pricing transparency; determining pricing risk tolerance; and identifying strategies to manage commodity market risks.

The Ohio Energy Management Conference is the largest event of its kind in the American Heartland, attracting over 6,700 attendees. This year's conference will include sessions on shale gas – considered an energy "game changer" – as well as best practices, case studies and instructional sessions on topics such as energy savings, energy efficiency, renewable energy, and funding and incentives for energy-efficiency projects.

The conference is being presented jointly by Industrial Energy Users-Ohio, the Ohio Chamber of Commerce and the Manufacturers' Education Council. In addition to Braun's appearance, GDF SUEZ Energy Resources is also one of the event's sponsors.

About GDF SUEZ Energy Resources NA
GDF SUEZ Energy Resources NA is one of the largest non-residential retail electricity suppliers in the U.S. and currently serves commercial, industrial and institutional customers in 12 markets: Delaware, Texas, Massachusetts, Maine, Maryland, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Connecticut, Ohio, and Washington, D.C. The company serves over 80,000 accounts for customers having a peak demand ranging from 50 KW to more than 200 MW, with an estimated peak load totaling nearly 10,000 MW. 

For more about GDF SUEZ Energy Resources, visit www.gdfsuezenergyresources.com or call 1-866-999-8374.  Follow GDF SUEZ Energy Resources on LinkedIn, Twitter: @GDFSUEZEnergy and Facebook. GDF SUEZ Energy Resources is part of International Power, which in North America manages a range of energy businesses in the U.S., Mexico, and Canada, including electricity generation and cogeneration, natural gas and liquefied natural gas (LNG) distribution and sales, asset-based trading and origination, and retail energy sales and related services to commercial and industrial customers.

International Power is listed on the London Stock Exchange with ticker symbol IPR. GDF SUEZ holds a 70% interest in International Power plc. For more information, please visit www.iprplc-gdfsuez.com and http://www.gdfsuez.com.

SOURCE GDF SUEZ Energy Resources

Enovos, official partner of the RADIOSHACK NISSAN TREK WorldTour Team, as part of the co-operation agreement with Leopard S.A., is supporting the up-and-coming generation as represented by the LEOPARD TREK Continental Team. The new team is made up mainly of successful newcomers, the next generation of professionals in the U23 category, and will serve as a training team to promote young talent and cycle sports in general in Luxemburg.

Together with Leo, NordENERGIE, and Steinergy, the Luxembourg sales companies which belong to the Enovos Group, Enovos is Luxembourg's leading provider of natural gas, electricity, and energy services. Customers include industry, SMB's, distributors and private households alike. As an energy supplier with a strong awareness of its responsibilities, Enovos is always acutely aware of future generations and sustainable energy supply by way of regenerative energy sources. "The up and coming generations are a particular concern for us. By way of this commitment, we have taken on responsibility for them, whilst remaining true to our company slogan: "Energy for today. Caring for tomorrow.", says Jean Lucius, CEO Enovos Luxembourg.

As well as the regional clientele, Enovos also attracts a significant number of customers in Germany, France, and Belgium.

The LEOPARD TREK Continental Team is made up of 11 riders of different nationalities and one triathlete. Enovos is particularly pleased to be supporting the Luxembourg riders Bob Jungels (team captain), Pit Schlechter, Alex Kirsch, Joël Zangerle, and Dirk Bockel (triathlete).

As an innovative concern where closeness to customers is a top priority, the Luxembourg energy provider knows very well how keen the nation is on cycle sports, and has already been actively involved with the sport for some time. As well as a range of different sports functions, Enovos has long been a sponsor of major events such as the "Gala Tour de France" and the "Skoda-Tour de Luxembourg".

Enovos wishes the whole team lots of energy for a successful season in 2012.

Enovos - Natural gas, electricity and services

As main energy supplier in Luxembourg, also active on the German, French and Belgian energy market, Enovos Luxembourg's mission consists of generating electricity, natural gas and renewable energy for the industry, SMB's, distributors and private households and in delivering it to them.

In addition to its traditional core business, the company is expanding its activities mostly in the field of renewable energy.

Enovos Luxembourg is 100% owned by Enovos International S.A., a holding company with its headquarters in the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg which also acts as an umbrella for the management of the grid operator, Creos Luxembourg S.A.

Expressed in numbers, the Enovos International Group currently consists of more than 1,300 employees, more than 280,000 points of delivery (electricity and natural gas), more than 8,700 km of electric lines and more than 3,600 km of gas pipelines. In 2010, the group had a turnover of
EUR 1.5 billion.

25.44% of Enovos International S.A. belongs to Luxembourg State, 10.01% belongs to the state-owned investment bank SNCI and 8.00% belongs to the City of Luxembourg. ArcelorMittal owns 23.48%, RWE owns 18.36%, E.ON has 10.00% and Electrabel holds 4.71%.

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SKIPPACK, Pa., Feb. 16, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- GeoInvesting.com today announced that it has made additional research and due diligence available on L & L Energy.

Since its initial report on January 17, 2012, the GeoTeam has continued to develop even more conclusive proof to support its case that L & L Energy never purchased the Ping Yi Mine. After the Chinese New Year holiday, the GeoTeam contacted Mr. Hu Shiwei and Mr. Zhang Baoguo, the Ping Yi Mine owners, who control a combined 70% of its equity.  They said that they never transferred their interests of Ping Yi Mine to LLEN and/or its affiliated identities. The true owners of Ping Yi Mine provided the following:

• A video made by Mr. Hu Shiwei, The executive partner and legal representative of the Ping Yi Mine, in the office of the Notary Public showing the original business license and mining permit of Ping Yi Mine. In this video he also explained, with a written statement, the true ownership structure of Ping Yi Mine and other relevant matters.
• NOTARIZED copies of the original identity card of Mr. Hu Shiwei, the Ping Yi Mine business license and the Ping Yi Mine mining permit which exactly match the current SAIC file on record.   
• A notarized letter executed by Ping Yi Mine Legal Representative and Executive Partner Hu Shiwei stating that LLEN does not and never did own the Ping Yi Mine.

For links to all of the relevant material, as well as the revealing video, please go here:
http://geoinvesting.com/companies/duediligence/true_owner_of_ping_yi_mine_speaks_out.aspx

GeoInvesting Contacts:
Dan David, Vice President
Ph. 484-991-8426
Web site: http://www.geoinvesting.com/

SOURCE GeoInvesting.com

Shawn Andrews, Managing Director of Windsor stated, "The SBA enables banks to offer borrowers the loans they need to increase productivity, hire employees and benefit their local communities.  This partnership with the SBA will ultimately provide the foundation for the next generation of entrepreneurs and innovation in the US.  We at Windsor are proud to be part of the solution by allowing our bank clients to participate profitability in this great program."

In 2011, Windsor Advantage achieved its best year to date, generating over 84 million dollars in successfully completed transactions.  This achievement is built on 150 years of collective experience working with SBA lending programs and a commitment to industry compliance as evidenced by Windsor's recent SOC 1 Type 2 certification.  From offices in Chicago, Los Angeles, Boston, Charlotte, Kansas City and the corporate headquarters in Indianapolis, the Windsor Advantage team is poised to become the nation's preeminent SBA lender service provider.

To meet the demands of its growing business, Windsor Advantage made a significant investment in human capital, hiring five new professional staff members last year.  Windsor's internal success in 2011 also resulted in meaningful growth for the United States economy.  In partnership with its bank clients, Windsor helped to create or preserve over two thousand US jobs.  Windsor has also played a pivotal role in the growth of the nearly 100 US small businesses represented in the loans closed and serviced by the company on behalf of its bank clients.

The responsible and real growth of Windsor Advantage in 2011 is a significant achievement that is made more significant by the company's success in job creation and preservation and in facilitating the flow of invaluable financial support to small businesses across the country.  This is what makes Windsor Advantage a progressive industry leader.

About Windsor Advantage, LLC
Windsor Advantage provides a comprehensive outsourced SBA department solution to banks across the country.  Services include application packaging, loan closing and compliance, secondary market sales, loan servicing and regulatory exam support.  Windsor also provides continuing training and technical assistance to banks at no cost.  With more than 150 years of collective SBA lending experience, cutting edge systems and rigid controls, Windsor Advantage is uniquely qualified to support its clients to develop and execute a thoughtful and profitable SBA 7(a) loan program. 

The company is based in Indianapolis, Indiana with offices in Chicago, Los Angeles, Boston, Charlotte and Kansas City.  For more information, call 317.602.6648 or visit www.WindsorAdvantage.com.

Media Contact:
Engage Group, Inc.
Al E. Canal
917-398-4600
Email: acanal@engagegroupinc.com

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Brooklyn tourists and residents can access Fort Greene Park's Wi-Fi near the visitor's center. The additional Central Park site joins Mineral Springs, Tavern on the Green and AT&T's seasonal Summer Stage deployment at Rumsey Playfield. Visitors to the Central Park Zoo will have access to AT&T Wi-Fi by the main entrance, food court and central garden areas.

"This initiative has been a huge success and we're thrilled that visitors to New York City's most popular parks can stay connected all year round," said Tom DeVito, AT&T vice president and general manager for New York and New Jersey. "We look forward to bringing even more parks online in the coming months so that more smartphone and tablet users can take advantage of this service."

The launch is part of a five-year digital initiative with Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg and the City of New York to provide free Wi-Fi at 26 locations in 20 New York City parks across the five boroughs. In addition to Fort Greene Park and Central Park Zoo, New Yorkers can now access free AT&T Wi-Fi at many other park locations across all five boroughs including:

• Herbert Von King Park
• McCarren Park Field House
• Pier 1 and Pier 6 at Brooklyn Bridge Park
• Prospect Park Picnic House
• Astoria Park
• Tompkins Square Park
• Marcus Garvey Park
• Clove Lakes Park
• Battery Bosque and Ferry Landing at Battery Park
• Thomas Jefferson Park
• Joyce Kilmer Park
• Mineral Springs, Tavern on the Green, Rumsey Playfield in Central Park
• Devoe Park

AT&T operates the nation's largest Wi-Fi network** with nearly 30,000 AT&T Wi-Fi Hot Spots at popular restaurants, hotels, bookstores and retailers, including more than 650 hotspot locations in New York's five boroughs.

For more information on AT&T Wi-Fi locations and instructions on how to connect, visit AT&T Wi-Fi Access.

*AT&T products and services are provided or offered by subsidiaries and affiliates of AT&T Inc. under the AT&T brand and not by AT&T Inc.

** Largest based on company branded and operated hotspots. Access includes AT&T Wi-Fi Basic.  A Wi-Fi enabled device required. Other restrictions apply. See www.attwifi.com for details and locations.

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