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Rite Aid Stores Nationwide Now Accept EBT Cards/Food Stamps
To help meet the needs of its customers, Rite Aid stores nationwide now accept EBT (electronic benefit transfer) cards/food stamps provided through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). More than 38 million Americans received food assistance through SNAP last year, according to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). SNAP, formerly known as the Food Stamp Program, is administered by the USDA and offers families… continue reading »
Four Cintas Customers Earn Prestigious Image of the Year Award
For the 11th straight year, customers of Cintas Corporation received Image of the Year (IOY) awards during a banquet held by the North American Association of Uniform Manufacturers and Distributors (NAUMD) in Las Vegas. Selected from a list of high-profile nominees, Cintas customers Royal Caribbean Oasis of the Seas, Panda Express, The Pierre Hotel, and Florida Hospital Cardiovascular Institute were honored based on the fashion,… continue reading »
Despite Policy Tightening Risks, Barclays Capital Remains Bullish
Barclays Capital today said in its latest flagship quarterly research publication, Global Outlook: Party Continues, But Watch the Punchbowl, that as the current global economic recovery broadens further, investors will continue to be rewarded for taking risk over the next few months. Concerns about deficits and “double dips” are unlikely to undermine the global recovery, which instead faces its chief threat from monetary tightening, particularly in… continue reading »
New MetLife Study of LGBT Boomers
LGBT Baby Boomers have withstood many years of discrimination and say their approach to retirement and aging has been shaped by these experiences. "Still Out, Still Aging: The MetLife Study of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Baby Boomers," conducted with the American Society on Aging (ASA) and its constituent group, the LGBT Aging Issues Network (LAIN), shows LGBT Boomers will approach retirement differently than the general population and… continue reading »
Unum Releases Videos to Help Spanish-Speaking Customers Understand Products and Services
As its services for Hispanic customers continue to expand, Unum (NYSE:UNM) has released a new series of educational videos in Spanish to help customers learn about its employee benefits products and services. “The Hispanic population is growing faster than any other ethnic minority,” said Bilda Acuña, assistant vice president of Unum’s Hispanic initiative. “One quarter of Unum’s customers have Spanish-speaking employees, and it is important… continue reading »
The Environmental Protection Agency Names Canon U.S.A. a 2010 ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has named Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging technologies, a 2010 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year for its outstanding contributions towards reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Canon will be honored for its leadership in the field, as well as its work to educate consumers about energy-efficient products. The Company’s accomplishments will be recognized at an awards ceremony in Washington, D.C.… continue reading »
Spectrum Brands Shares Begin Trading on the NYSE under the Symbol “SPB”
Spectrum Brands (NYSE: SPB) today announced that its common stock has begun trading on the New York Stock Exchange (“NYSE”) under the ticker symbol “SPB”. To commemorate the listing of its shares on the NYSE, members of Spectrum Brands’ senior management team today rang the Opening Bell at the NYSE. “The opening of trading of our common stock on the NYSE is an important symbol of the considerable progress Spectrum Brands has made in pursuing… continue reading »
American Express Spending & Saving Tracker Finds That 7 out of 10 Consumers Feel Stable in Their Current Jobs; Linked to Spending Patterns and Job Moves
According to a new survey by American Express, 71 percent of Americans consider their current job situation “just as stable” as or “more stable” than last year. Of these consumers, 54 percent feel their job is just as stable, while a significantly smaller number, 16 percent, feel their job is more stable. Nearly a quarter (24%) of consumers consider their job “less stable” compared to last year. The latest monthly American Express Spending… continue reading »
Ballantyne Strong to Deliver 66 Digital Cinema Projection Systems to Support 3D Rollout for Two Leading U.S. Exhibitors
Ballantyne Strong, Inc. (NYSE Amex: BTN), a provider of digital cinema projection equipment and services, cinema screens and other cinema products, announced today that it will provide 66 NEC Digital Cinema projection systems with RealD 3D technology to National Amusements, Inc. (39 systems) and Marcus Theatres Corporation, a division of The Marcus Corporation (NYSE: MCS) (27 systems). With each projector Ballantyne Strong will also provide high-gain… continue reading »
Rave Motion Pictures to Show NCAA Final Championship Games Live in 3-D
Rave Motion Pictures, the nation’s largest all digital projection theater circuit announces two historic LIVE 3-D sport events: April 3rd, 2010 NCAA Men’s Final Four® SemifinalsGame 1 & Game 2 (6:00 PM/ET, 5:00 PM/CT, 3:00 PM/PT) April 5th, 2010 NCAA Men’s Final Four® ChampionshipFinal Game (9:00 PM/ET, 8:00 PM/CT, 6:00 PM/PT) CBS Sports teams up with the NCAA, LG Electronics USA and Cinedigm Digital… continue reading »
BookIt.com® Brings New Travel Competition To San Francisco
BookIt.com, a leading online travel provider, today announced its service to San Francisco, one of the country’s most popular destinations. A recent Ypartnership survey of the top 10 U.S. destinations showed California as the second most popular destination for out-of-state travelers. To lead the Western expansion, BookIt.com promoted Dan Peters to Regional Director-West and Amy Proost to San Francisco Market Manager. “These two new… continue reading »
ScentAir Announces New Chief Marketing Officer
ScentAir Technologies, Inc., the leading global provider of scent delivery solutions for businesses, has named Gino Biondi as the company’s Chief Marketing Officer. “Gino has spent over two decades building some of the most recognizable brands, and we are honored to have him join ScentAir’s executive team,” said Tom Conroy, CEO of ScentAir. “With the depth and breadth of his experience, Gino will be integral to our growth strategy as we… continue reading »
Survey Results Raise Concerns about Women’s Perceptions on Risks Associated with Elective Deliveries
Results of a national survey point to a greater need to educate women on the risks associated with early elective cesarean sections and labor inductions. A recent survey by UnitedHealthcare of first-time mothers found more than half the respondents believe it is safe to deliver their baby before 37 weeks’ gestation even if not required because of a medical complication. However, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists… continue reading »
LJ International Announces Fourth Quarter Earnings Release Date and Conference Call
LJ International Inc. (LJI) (NASDAQ:JADE), a leading jewelry manufacturer and retailer, today announced that it will issue its fourth quarter and fiscal year 2009 financial results pre-market on Monday, March 22, 2010 followed by a conference call at 11:00 a.m. ET. WHAT: LJ International, Inc. Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2009 Earnings Conference Call WHEN: Monday, March 22, 2010 – 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time HOW: Live… continue reading »
Rob Solomon Joins Groupon As President and Chief Operating Officer
Groupon (http://www.groupon.com), the social commerce website that offers a daily deal on the best local goods, services and cultural events in more than 40 cities nationwide, is pleased to announce that Rob Solomon has joined the company as President and Chief Operating Officer. "We're thrilled to have Rob on our team," said Groupon CEO Andrew Mason. "I think it speaks volumes about Groupon that we're getting top Silicon Valley… continue reading »
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