State: Florida

Florida Business News, Entertainment, and Technology News (U.S.)

Keith J. Powell Named VP Sales at Telovations

TAMPA, Fla. -- Telovations Inc. today announced that Keith J. Powell has been named vice president of sales. Keith will be responsible for commercial direct sales, enterprise sales and the channel partner sales groups. He will report directly to the company president and CEO. Keith brings his more than 20 years of senior sales management experience in telecom and related industries to Telovations.

Mitt Romney's Presidential Campaign Brings Mormonism to Public Attention

ORLANDO, Fla. -- Today's speech by Governor Romney was in response to concerns many have about Mormonism. Many people respect and admire the members, but have problems with their understanding of doctrines and history. Reactions range from curiosity to animosity, says author Walter Scott.

Local Interim HealthCare Wellness Clinic Saves Lives in Ohio

SUNRISE, Fla. -- The local Interim HealthCare office of Columbus, OH, frequently holds Wellness Clinics for the community. However, it is not everyday when a wellness screening can save a person's life. That is what happened to two lucky citizens this past Fall at Free Diabetes Clinics offered at two different Kroger stores in the Columbus area.

Expert Reveals Mystery of Obesity and Self Destructive Conduct

ORLANDO, Fla. -- Tackling obesity from the inside out is no longer guess work. An exciting development that works to resolve this multi-source pandemic is the use of hypnoanalysis combined with hypnotherapy and Heart of the Golden Triangle Publishers has released a new book, "Core Healing, Dissolving the DIS-Eases of Our Times" (ISBN-13: 9780615165974), that gets to the core of the matter.

First-Ever Pool Party and Belly Flop Contest at NASCAR Event

MIAMI, Fla. -- It's a first for NASCAR - a pool party and belly flop contest. The event will be hosted by 1-800-Radiator at NASCAR's Miami event this weekend. Race-goers can cool their engines by getting in the swim of things at the 1-800-Radiator pool party, either as a belly flop contestant, or score keeper.

New Book by Mormon Author Walt Scott Addresses Public Interest in Mormonism

Controversy Surrounding MormonismORLANDO, Fla. -- While the Mormon Church (The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints) is now the fourth largest church in the USA, and one of the world's fastest growing, it is also one of the least well understood. Public reactions range from curiosity to animosity, says Walt Scott, author of "The Mystery and Controversy Surrounding Mormonism" (ISBN 978-159858-500-1).

Marine Exploration Ventures Employs State-of-the-Art Contract to Insulate Against Foreign Interference

MIAMI, Fla. -- Marine Exploration International (MEI) (OTC Pink Sheets: MEXP / MEXP.pk), through its joint-venture partner, Hispaniola Ventures, LLC, now has the benefit of innovative host country legal contracts; they will be used to protect all marine exploration projects. Through its joint venture and the use of industry-standard setting contracts, MEI sets the standard for protecting its investments.

Florida YouTube Talent Contest – Immediate Call for Entries

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- Entries for the Rotary Club of Jacksonville - Oceanside's TALENT EXPLOSION should be created and uploaded immediately. Voting ends December 15, 2007. Top 10 finalists perform live January 11, 2008 at Nathan H. Wilson Center for the Arts at Florida Community College in Jacksonville. First, second and third prizes of $2,500, $1,500 and $1,000 will be awarded.

Interim HealthCare to be Featured on W, the women's show 'Home Care: Real Life Stories'

SUNRISE, Fla. -- Interim HealthCare is partnering with W, the woman's show in an upcoming 30 minute television special program that explores the challenges and choices people face when themselves or loved ones need special care at home due to medical problems or aging. With the focus on the most requested choice - remaining in their home - the special program takes a look at home health care, how it works, who provides it and the many services that are available.

YouTube Video Contest for Charity: Local Rotary Club Puts 'Fun' Back in Fund Raising

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- Got talent? Then the Rotary Club of Jacksonville - Oceanside is looking for you! Participate in the Club's first Talent Explosion, a competition featuring on-line voting for your favorite performance on YouTube.com. Oceanside Rotary Charities is a 501c (3) not for profit organization.

Marine Exploration Inc. Announces Pink Sheet Trading Stock Symbol MEXP

MIAMI, Fla. -- Marine Exploration Inc. (MEI) begins Pink Sheet trading (OTC: MEXP) with over $600,000,000.00 in treasure-salvage contracts. MEI joined forces with legendary treasure explorer and salvager, Burt Webber, to begin salvage operations in the Caribbean.

L.A. Playwright James Nemec Creates an Enormous Wave with His New Book, 'Touch the Ocean'

Touch the OceanPALM BEACH, Fla. -- James Nemec, LMT, CST-D, raised on the Atlantic ocean, begins to question the power of touch and collective emotions in the CraniOcean Media release of, "Touch the Ocean: The Power of Our Collective Emotions" (ISBN: 978-09792805-0-4). "One Light Touch Can Change the World" is a theme that runs throughout this intriguing look at the power of light touch and the possible effects of positive and negative energy that is released into the world.

Prominent Non-Profit Orgs Team with North Miami Mayor's National Dollar Wi$E Campaign

Investor Education @ your libraryNORTH MIAMI, Fla. -- City of North Miami Mayor Kevin Burns along with representatives from the Florida Office of Financial Regulation kick off an initiative to show Florida citizens how easy the road to financial security can be if you know the basics of simple investing. There will be a press conference Monday September 24th at 11:00 a.m. at the North Miami Public Library.

New Elder Single Housing Option Now Available

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- ElderHomeSharing announced today its confidential matching program is available nationwide. Their exclusive "Elder Elves Preferences Questionnaire" of 50+ fun, yet selective, questions matches elder singles desiring homes to share with other elder singles having homes to share.

Intelligent Chaos CEO Elaine Myrback Offers Insight into SOA Business Value

Intelligent ChaosTAMPA, Fla. -- According to the President and CEO of EMS Consulting - Intelligent Chaos, the future is now for companies and industries looking to implement Service Oriented Architecture (SOA). "Service Oriented Architecture represents a new standard that assists the overall architecture that's been designed to be replicate-able and reusable," said Elaine Myrback.

DomRey Cigar Awarded U.S. Distribution of Royal Agio Cigar Brands

DomRey Cigar IncBRADENTON, Fla. and DUIZEL, Holland -- DomRey Cigar, Inc. is proud to announce that effective October 1, 2007, it will be the exclusive distributor of the Royal Agio Cigar brands, Panter and Mehari's, in the United States. In addition, DomRey Cigar distributes the Cuvee, Cusano, and Perfect Cut brands.

Film Florida at IFP Market in New York to Tout Filming in Sunshine State

MIAMI, Fla. -- As Florida continues to attract independent filmmakers to the state, Film Florida will be at the IFP Market in New York to tout filming in the state. To celebrate independent filmmakers at the IFP conference, Film Florida is also hosting its annual Florida Wasabi on Tuesday, September 18 at Jellado.

New Poll from Nader Anise Shows Most U.S. Lawyers Would Not Represent Bin Laden in Court

Nader AniseBOCA RATON, Fla. -- As we mark the sixth anniversary of 9/11, a new poll conducted by Nader Anise Lawyer Marketing asks lawyers whether they would represent the World's Most Wanted Man, Osama bin Laden, in court if he were found alive. (The assumption of course being that a criminal prosecution would ultimately ensue.)

Consumers Tell All on Florida-based Business Web Site

Consumer Raters LLCFT. LAUDERDALE, Fla. -- Consumer Raters, LLC, announces the launch of a new web site, ConsumerRaters.com, that allows consumers to share experiences about businesses throughout the state of Florida. It also provides businesses with the opportunity to collect and share testimonials with prospective clients.

Supercar Specialist RENNtech Becomes an Authorized DITEC Center

RENNtech and DITECDELRAY BEACH, Fla. -- DITEC International, a paint preservation and protection company focused on providing cars, airplanes, motorcycles and boats with protection and preservation services, announced today that the company has entered into an agreement with RENNtech, one of the nation's foremost authorities on high-end performance cars, which certifies RENNtech as an authorized DITEC Service Provider.

Sdoia-Satz Announces Opening of Division of Music Education Consultants and Clinicians

The Husky Gang SchoolMIAMI, Fla. -- Ms. Phyllis Sdoia-Satz, well-known educator, author, pianist, composer, clinician, lecturer and Owner/Executive Director of the prestigious music school, Sdoia-Satz Music Institute (The Husky Gang School) in Miami, FL has, this week, announced the opening of a new division of the school: DIMECC, the Division of Music Education Consultants and Clinicians.

Team TSI Expands GPS Fleet Installation Market to Major Metropolitan Cities

ORLANDO, Fla. -- Team TSI, the national leader in GPS fleet tracking, laptop, navigation and fuel management system installations, announces national coverage expansion to include: Phoenix, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, and Topeka, Kan.

GreatPorts Opens Doors for Cruise Travelers; Company Acquired by CruiseJungle

GreatPorts cruise travelSUNRISE, Fla. -- There's great news for cruise travelers departing from North American ports. www.GreatPorts.com has been re-launched under new owners in a completely updated format. The company was recently acquired by CruiseJungle Holdings, Inc. operators of consumer cruise web site www.CruiseJungle.com.

Baker County Medical Services Posts Its Charges on Their Website

MACCLENNY, Fla. -- Baker County Medical Services which operates Ed Fraser Memorial Hospital in Macclenny, Florida announced today that they have posted all of their hospital charges contained in their Charge Master on their website.

Bob Miller's Latest Book is Nothing Short of a Backstage Tour of the 3d Battalion, 506th Airborne Infantry, 101st Airborne Division...

book: Kill Me If You Can, You SOBFT. LAUDERDALE, Fla. -- This new book from Bob Miller, "Kill Me If You Can, You SOB" (ISBN: 978-1-58736-846-2), is the compelling story of Lt. Col. Manuel A. Alves (Black Hawk), at LZ Betty in Phan Thiet, Vietnam. It has been embraced by the men of the 3-506th and they have endorsed it by recommending it on their websites.