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Award-winning OGAWA Massage Chairs Finally Available for purchase in North America.













City of Industry, CA (PRWEB) May 30, 2015

Responding to surging demand from both seekers of best-in-class technology and foreign travelers who experienced OGAWA products while abroad, OGAWA-engineered massage products have finally been made available in the U.S.

A leader in the Asian health and wellness industry for two decades, OGAWA is a cutting-edge designer, researcher, developer and manufacturer of health and wellness equipment.

Renown for the longevity and superior craftsmanship of their products, health enthusiasts in Asia and Australia, as well as travelers weary from 13+ hour flights from the Americas, have become well-acquainted with the family-friendly brand.

Translated into English, the Japanese word OGAWA means “spring” or “stream.” This carefully selected name is representative of the company’s corporate philosophy, which focuses on propelling their customers forth on their wellness journey, nurturing them from “river source,” to emergence as a “mighty ocean.”

“OGAWA is well accepted among a demographic of those willing to spend to ensure the health, wellness and comfort of themselves and their family members. OGAWA is a trusted name and one that has a certain status and prestige attached to it,” Mr. Chong, Executive Director of Business Development, explained.

OGAWA World has a 20-year history of technological research and development in support of healthier families everywhere. Based on the extensive customer feedback it collects, the Product Design & Development team, working alongside the Manufacturing group, ensures customer preferences remain at the forefront of the design process.

Known as an innovation powerhouse, the company has been instrumental in the steady advancement of both pain and stress reduction massage technology. Their emphasis on new product design and strong brand development have earned OGAWA a number of prestigious awards including Malaysia Most Valuable Brand, Best International Brand Award and Superbrands Malaysia. They were also awarded the first overseas accreditation by Superbrands Singapore, under the Consumers’ Choice category.

Their newly released line is based on what Americans want in a massage chair, factoring in western physiques and design preferences. All products have been made available for purchase exclusively online.

Each of the three massage chairs in the OGAWA USA line offer the coveted zero gravity reclining mode option popularized by NASA astronauts and known for its relaxation effects. This feature positions the feet at the same level as the heart, creating a feeling of weightlessness and reducing the amount of physical stress on the spine. As spinal decompression occurs, stress dissipates and oxygen intake improves, bodily functions adjust and the healing process begins.

Users can also choose from six types of massage options, including Shiatsu, Swedish, clapping, kneading, rolling, and a combination option, which enables mix and match customization for the perfect massage.

A user favorite, the high-tech EC801 features optical sensor body scan technology. Utilizing infrared and pressure sensors, the EC801 maps out your body and micro adjusts the air bags, rollers and foot ottoman accordingly, customizing back height and leg length to provide the industry’s most customized massage experience. Customers will also be excited about the touch screen wireless remote and self-reporting system, which communicates any issues that arise directly to OGAWA technical support. The EC-801 will be available in the Spring of 2015.

Among the most futuristic and advanced features of the EC650, is its amazingly finger-like 30-inch back massager, which glides, kneads and loosens knots from the top of the neck all the way down to the buttocks. It’s precisely in this vertebral zone that most pain and tension tend to reside, and where massage therapists spend the majority of their time. This model will be available during the 2014 Holiday.

The simple and elegant EC361 chair offers five levels of adjustable massage strength and airbag intensity around the shoulders, back, seat, arms, palms, calves, and feet. This model also features gentle rhythmic vibration in the buttocks and heat therapy in the lumbar. This model will be available during the 2014 Holiday.

The sophisticated rotating heads of the OE3118 model massages the arch of the foot and the heels. Two automatic massage programs and three intensity settings offer adjustment of speed and strength as well as adjustment of the 16 airbags that hit pressure points and through reflexology, soothe every part of the body. Those looking to promote oxygenation and circulation in the calves and knees can also flip the direction of the machine, switch on the heating option, and slide their calves into the slots to receive a full massage.

OGAWA massage chairs are backed by the best warranties available and supported by a world-class customer support team. Interested in learning more about which highly acclaimed, previously unavailable in the U.S. OGAWA product is right for you or your loved one? View the full product line at OGAWA USA.























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Intronis Takes Home Three Awards for Marketing Excellence














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CHELMSFORD, MA (PRWEB) May 21, 2015

Intronis, Inc., a provider of world-class backup and data protection solutions for the IT channel, today announced that it is the recipient of a Silver Award of Distinction from the 21st Annual Communicator Awards for the Intronis Atari Campaign and two gold Hermes Creative Awards for the design of the Intronis logo and an original piece of music, “Intronis Is Always There.”

The Intronis Atari campaign is an ongoing, integrated direct mail campaign carried out entirely in-house by the Intronis marketing department. As part of the campaign, Atari gaming consoles were sent directly to members of Intronis’ target audience, urging them to rethink outdated data backup and storage solutions and schedule a call with Intronis. After just 12 months of conducting the campaign, Intronis shipped over 800 Atari consoles, contributed over 10 percent of new bookings, and achieved an overall return on investment (ROI) of more than 650 percent.

The Intronis logo was also created completely in-house, and the piece of original music was written, performed, and produced by two Intronis employees as a Valentine’s Day campaign to remind businesses of the importance of protecting critical corporate data through backup and disaster recovery.

“It’s a huge honor for our team to receive such well-respected awards,” said Aaron Dun, CMO at Intronis. “The team has worked tremendously hard and put an enormous amount of energy, dedication, and creativity into these campaigns and assets. It’s fantastic to have our team and our ideas recognized among other truly impressive projects from around the globe.”

About the Communicator Awards

With over 6,000 entries from across the U.S. and around the world, the Communicator Awards is the largest and most competitive awards program honoring creative excellence for communication professionals. Intronis was selected to receive the honor by The Academy of Interactive and Visual Arts (AIVA), a 600+ member organization of leading professionals from various disciplines of the visual arts.

About the Hermes Creative Awards

The Hermes Creative Awards is an international competition for creative professionals involved in the conception, writing, and design of traditional materials and programs and emerging technologies. Based on the evaluation of the Association of Marketing and Communication Professionals’ (AMCP) judges, Intronis was selected as a gold winner in two categories from hundreds of entrants around the world.

About Intronis

Intronis provides world-class data protection solutions for small businesses, delivered exclusively through the IT channel. The Intronis ECHOplatform securely protects physical and virtual data with native support for physical imaging, VMware, Hyper-V, Exchange, and SQL, all through a re-brandable central management console that integrates with major RMM and PSA tools. With Intronis’ fixed-fee storage pricing per SMB account, IT service providers are able to rapidly grow revenue and scale profit. Through Intronis ECHOshare, channel partners can easily expand their IT services portfolio to include tightly integrated business-grade file sync and share. Learn more at http://www.intronis.com.






















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Accounting for Growth: Announcing the Second Annual SUMtech (Un)accounting Conference













New York, New York (PRWEB) April 22, 2015

SUM Innovation, a leading accounting management and consulting firm, announced today that its second annual SUMtech (Un)accounting Conference is scheduled for 6 p.m. EDT Thursday, May 7, 2015, at LDI Color Toolbox in New York City. SUM Innovation is also hosting a series of free webinars in the days leading up to the conference.

The (Un)accounting Conference aims to bring to New York an inspiring, quality experience for businesses and entrepreneurs. SUMtech understands the value of sharing innovative accounting designs not only with accountants, but also with clients, entrepreneurs, business leaders, and technophiles.

“Previous accounting conferences in New York didn’t present an opportunity for the next generation of accounting professionals to thrive,” said Mathew Heggem, creator of the SUMtech conference and CEO of SUM Innovation. “Good conferences should exist for one reason — to provide accountants and entrepreneurs inspiration and information to fuel growth.”

The conference includes networking opportunities with free food and drinks. In addition, Heggem will moderate a panel discussion about small business growth and strategy. Panelists include Joshua Johnson of Influence & Co.; Samantha Stephens, chef and founder of OatMeals; Danny Mizrahi, CEO of Contango IT; and small business expert Freda Thomas. Tickets are available online at Eventbrite and must be purchased in advance.

Jonathan Kramer, CEO of Progressive Payment Solutions, praises the conference. “You are guaranteed a great time with high-caliber people,” he said.

In the days leading up to the conference, SUMtech is hosting a series of free webinars. These are scheduled for 12 p.m. EDT Monday through Wednesday, May 4-6. Representatives from Influence & Co. and Avalara, as well as Ed Kless, senior director of partner development and strategy at Sage, will be presenting these webinars. To register, visit the conference website.

For more information, visit consultation.suminnovation.com/sumtech15.

About SUM Innovation

SUM Innovation assesses, designs, implements, and manages accounting solutions for fast-growth startups, international businesses, established businesses, and nonprofits across the U.S. SUM Innovation loves tech solutions and strives to act as a tech advisor for more than 550 clients in 35 industries by using rigorous assessment methods and leveraging its experience.

Learn more about SUM Innovation at http://www.suminnovation.com.























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DuCharme Place, Detroit’s Premier Downtown Apartment Community














DuCharme Place, Detroit Michigan

Detroit, Michigan (PRWEB) April 02, 2015

The City of Detroit will soon proudly welcome its most significant new residential development in nearly half a century. Nestled in historic Lafayette Park designed by world-renowned architect Mies van der Rohe, DuCharme Place is a 185 unit, $ 42 million upscale residential community that will begin construction at 1544 E. Lafayette, just east of the iconic 1300 East Lafayette Building. Scheduled to accept residents in the first quarter of 2016, DuCharme will support the City and local employers by serving the growing need for high-quality housing in a market where rental occupancy exceeds 97%.

Set in a lush, park-like landscaped area amongst the simple steel and glass structures of Lafayette Park which epitomize the International Style of architecture, DuCharme will find its place amongst the masterpieces of Detroit’s urban gems. DuCharme is positioned to be Detroit’s premier greater downtown community with all the amenities and conveniences of contemporary living.

DuCharme is being developed by well-known local developer, Walter Cohen, who developed Stroh River Place, The Park Shelton along with more than 1,000 other apartments in the City. Over the past 30 years, Cohen and his affiliates have developed and built more than 3,000 apartments in the Metropolitan Detroit Area. Mr. Cohen commissioned McIntosh Poris to design DuCharme and Sachse Construction to build it. Long-term HUD mortgage financing was recently secured.

DuCharme is within walking distance to the attractions and employment of the Central Business District, adjacent to the Dequindre Cut and a short stroll from the River Walk. It is within close proximity to all main thoroughfares serving the downtown area and is conveniently located near public transportation.

The luxury new construction will offer an attractive floor plan mix with sizes ranging from 500 to over 1,000 square feet and rents in the $ 900 to $ 1,800 range. The apartment mix includes 107 two-bedrooms, 66 one-bedrooms and 12 studios. Each apartment will have dedicated, secured, enclosed, on-site parking along with a large range of on-site amenities not currently present in the market. With an open air feel and modern kitchen appliances, a large glass enclosed fully-equipped fitness center, rooftop gardens, high speed Internet, fully connected business center, 24/7 full-site monitored security and a resort style swimming pool with deck, residents will experience an oasis within Detroit. DuCharme will have a one-of-a-kind, private 1.5 acre sky terrace where residents can relax amongst plush landscaping, a Zen meditation area and a unique barbequing area. Select apartments will feature private balconies/terraces, fireplaces, steam showers and dual master suite for private shared living arrangements. Apartment finishes include hardwood flooring, upgraded tile, designer cabinetry with stainless steel appliances, in-unit washer/dryer and built-in dishwashers.

“DuCharme’s private, serene living is steps away from the vibrancy of downtown. With beautiful views of the Detroit River from the DuCharme Sky Terrace, residents will be able to meditate at the Zen gardens, relax with friends at the pool or enjoy a bike ride or run on the Dequindre Cut. We are excited to be the first to bring such a unique living environment to Detroit,” shared David Cohen, Co-Managing Member, DuCharme Place, LLC.

Through Detroit’s recent resurgence, the central business district has become a significant center for entertainment and the arts, with expanding theater districts, the presence of three major professional sporting venues, and the opening of three casinos. Further, major employers have moved back into the City. This significant influx has created additional demand for rental units in and around the greater downtown area.

“It is these positive developments that prompted us to continue our long-term investment in the City and build our next major community here. We are privileged to have industry leaders in our own backyard dedicated to the continued growth of the greater downtown area and look forward to long-term relationships with the many companies fueling the growth of our urban core,” affirms Mr. Cohen.

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Salesify Awarded Stevie Award for Sales & Customer Service Again














Redwood City, CA (PRWEB) March 04, 2015

Salesify, the sales acceleration company and leader in business intelligence and lead generation, was presented with its 6th consecutive Stevie® Award at last week’s Las Vegas ceremony for the ninth annual Stevie® Awards for Sales & Customer Service. The company was awarded the Bronze Stevie for a repeat-win in the Telesales Team of the Year category.

The Stevie® Awards for Sales & Customer Service are the world’s top sales awards, contact center awards, and customer service awards. The Stevie® Awards organizes several of the world’s leading business awards shows including the prestigious American Business Awards℠ and International Business Awards℠.

“Entries to the Stevie Awards for Sales & Customer Service awards have more than doubled over the past three years,” said Michael Gallagher, president and founder of the Stevie Awards. “The widespread support of this program illustrates the importance of the functions it recognizes to business success. This year’s Stevie Award winners are the highest rated in the history of the awards, and we congratulate all of the winners on their commitment to excellence and innovation.”

The company’s wins in sales growth and telesales reflect the effectiveness of Salesify’s offered services and clean data applied to customers’ strategies. By integrating a layer of big data and competitive intelligence into their existing processes, the telesales team was able to bring our clients’ revenue to new heights. Salesify has an in-depth understanding of the various technology markets and where the missing links are generally found and these were adapted and tweaked to meet the customer’s data requirements. The Telesales Team uses these methods to pinpoint exactly where there is a need for not only more, but the right information for clients, and in doing so has carried out successful lead generation campaigns time and again, leading to yet another medal and recognition from the Stevies.

“Five years, that’s really saying something, isn’t it?” remarked Chief Revenue Officer Raj Hajela. He went on to add, “If these choice Stevie Awards are any indication of innovation and growth, then I think we can proudly claim that Salesify has become a must-have tool for sales and marketers the world over. Our hard-working and constantly reinvigorating telesales team uses our own methods through the smart application of competitive intelligence from our big data sets to our existing BI processes to create never-before employed sales acceleration methods. The team is extremely honored and humbled to be awarded this repeat medal.”

Details about the Stevie Awards for Sales & Customer Service and the list of Stevie winners in all categories are available at http://www.StevieAwards.com/sales.

About Salesify

At Salesify, we help customers close deals faster. We have Integrated Service Solutions that let customers have meaningful conversations with their prospects sooner & fine-tune marketing campaigns to highly relevant targets. Our services help our clients create pipeline and accelerate revenue by identifying, profiling, nurturing and contacting the right decision makers within their targeted customer and prospect accounts. Salesify services include custom, targeted B2B contact lists;account profiling and competitive research; phone-based lead generation campaigns and content syndication;appointment setting; and CRM data cleansing. We deliver high quality, cost effective marketing services and programs, tailored to address each customer’s unique requirements. Our Customer Intelligence Platform TechLeads Online is powered by Big Data and has deep insights on companies, install base of your competition’s products, and targeted role-based contacts. Salesify has been honored with multiple awards including Silicon Valley Fast Private For more information, visit http://www.salesify.com or call 1-888-557-2537.

About the Stevie Awards

The Stevie Awards are conferred in six programs: The American Business Awards, the German Stevie Awards, The International Business Awards, the Stevie Awards for Women in Business, the Stevie Awards for Sales & Customer Service, and the Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards. Honoring organizations of all types and sizes and the people behind them, the Stevies recognize outstanding performances in the workplace worldwide. Learn more about the Stevie Awards at http://www.StevieAwards.com, and follow the Stevie Awards on Twitter @TheStevieAwards.

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Webinar Designed To Educate Employers Will Address Legal Issues Related to Reductions In Work Force And Compliance With The WARN Act














Free webinar on Friday, February 27 @ 1:00pm CST “Considerations for Planning Reductions in Force and the WARN Act”. Presented by Mike Coffey and Lon Williams

Fort Worth, Texas (PRWEB) February 17, 2015

Mike Coffey, president and owner of background investigations firm Imperative Information Group based in Fort Worth, Texas, will present the webinar – “Considerations for Planning Reductions in Force and the WARN Act” – with labor and employment attorney Lon Williams. The webinar will be held on Friday, February 27, 2015 from 1:00pm to 2:00pm Central Standard Time.

Whether due to economic factors or changes in workforce requirements, most employers will eventually have to lay off employees. When planning a reduction in force, employers should develop a sound rationale for which employees are affected, take proactive steps to manage internal and external perceptions, and ensure that state and federal legal requirements are met. In this webinar, Lon Williams, JD, and Mike Coffey, SPHR, will address the legal and practical issues related to reductions in force, including compliance with the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act.

Webinar – “Considerations for Planning Reductions in Force and the WARN Act”

Presented by: Mike Coffey, SPHR and Lon Williams, JD

When: 2/27/2015

Start Time: 1:00pm Central Time

End Time: 2:00pm Central Time

HR professionals and business owners can register for this webinar at http://www.imperativeinfo.com/2_27_2015

About Mike Coffey and Imperative Information Group:

In addition to specializing in educational sessions designed to educate employers about the technical, legal, and policy issues surrounding employment-related background investigations, Mike Coffey is an HRCI-certified Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR). He regularly speaks to professional and community groups on a wide range of topics. He started Imperative Information Group in 1999 to meet a single consulting client’s need for meaningful and reliable background checks. In the intervening sixteen years, Imperative has grown to help hundreds of employers across the country make well-informed hiring decisions. Imperative Information Group is one of three founding members of Concerned CRA’s, a group of more than 200 background screening companies raising awareness of consumer protection issues in employment background screening. For more information on Imperative Information Group, please visit imperativeinfo.com or contact Mike Coffey or Andrew Parsons at 877-473-2287.

About Lon Williams:

Lon R. Williams is an attorney and shareholder at Polsinelli PC. His employment-related litigation practice is often described as an advice and counsel practice. He regularly assists clients on matters to the Fair Labor Standards Act, Title VII, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, Uniformed Service Employment and Reemployment Rights Acts, the Family and Medical Leave Act, and Occupational Safety and Health Administration. Lon represents companies of all sizes in many industries, with particular emphasis in the health care, staffing, energy, financial services, education, and defense contracting sectors. For more information on Lon Williams, please call 214-661-5551.























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Fibre-Craft Acquired by Perpetual Capital Partners













Niles, IL (PRWEB) February 13, 2015

Fibre-Craft, the maker of Creative Hands® craft supplies and activity kits, the Springfield Collection® of dolls and accessories, and Bendastix TM bands and bracelets, announced today it has been acquired by Perpetual Capital Partners. Perpetual Capital Partners acquired the assets of the business and is providing additional capital to support the growth of Fibre-Craft going forward, as the company continues its long tradition of developing creative new products that incorporate the latest trends to appeal to children of all ages.

“Fibre-Craft has a rich history and is known for its quality and product innovation. Across all of Fibre-Craft’s brands we incorporate and are committed to providing our customers with fun, fashionable, and affordable products,” said Alan Friedman, Chief Operating Officer of Fibre-Craft. “We are excited to be working with Perpetual Capital Partners. With their support we are well positioned to meet the increasing demand for our products and to continue expanding our product lines and sales channels to effectively reach more customers.”

Duncan L. Evans, President of Perpetual Capital Partners, added “We are excited to have Fibre-Craft join our family of companies focused on long-term profitable growth. We look forward to building on Fibre-Craft’s 60-year history of innovation and quality to help the company expand its brands and product reach throughout the U.S. and internationally.”

About Fibre-Craft

Fibre-Craft has been a leader in the creative activities business for 60 years. Established in 1953, Fibre-Craft began by manufacturing wood fiber for handcrafting artificial flowers. In 1959 the award-winning company expanded to mass-market retail outlets for arts and crafts supplies, floral supplies, doll supplies and decorative accessories. Since then, Fibre-Craft has continued its high standards for quality and creativity while expanding the boundaries of children’s imagination through creative toys and arts and crafts. The company’s vision is to make a difference in the lives of children and its employees. For more information, visit http://www.fibrecraft.com.

About Perpetual Capital Partners

Perpetual Capital Partners is a private investment firm that invests in, acquires, owns and operates middle market companies. The firm is a long-term investor that employs a collaborative and proactive investment approach, providing capital, corporate and strategic resources to help companies create value and achieve long-term sustainable growth. The Perpetual Capital Partners team has extensive experience with private investing, acquisitions, transition management, corporate finance, strategic and capital planning, marketing, business development and accelerating corporate growth. Perpetual Capital Partners is based in greater Washington, DC. For more information, visit http://www.perpetualcapitalpartners.com.

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