New Online High School from Wisconsin Connections Academy Available for 2011-2012 School Year

Appelton, WI (Vocus/PRWEB) February 17, 2011

Wisconsin families looking to switch schools have a new option for virtual high school -- Wisconsin Connections Academy (WCA), the states high-quality, highly accountable virtual public school, is now offering online learning for grades K-12 starting in the 2011-2012 school year. This years public school open enrollment period started February 7th and will run through February 25th, 2011.

We have received numerous requests from satisfied parents who want their children to continue with the Connections Academy program beyond eighth grade, said Michelle Mueller, principal of WCA. I encourage families to learn about WCAs new online high school and our well-established K-8 program at one of the upcoming parent information sessions planned throughout the state. This next year is going to be very exciting for all of us.

In addition to providing a seamless K-12 school experience, WCAs comprehensive new high school program will be a challenging, standards-based curriculum offering high-schoolers a wide variety of rigorous courses that provide a solid foundation for whatever path they choose upon graduation attending college or starting a career. Each high school student will be loaned a laptop for the year. Core courses cover subjects in math, science, language arts and social studies; electives range from foreign languages to digital technology, journalism and art history. Honors and Advanced Placement (AP) courses will also available, along with comprehensive, academic, college and career-planning guidance services.

WCA, Wisconsins first virtual school, meets the needs of students who, for a variety of reasons, learn better outside of the traditional classroom, but who can still benefit from the resources a public school provides like a high-quality curriculum, textbooks and lesson plans. Students learn at home under the direction of state-certified teachers from the Appleton Area School District. Learning Coaches, typically a parent or guardian, assist the students by monitoring their progress in the home.

Mueller added that virtual schooling continues to grow in popularity in the state of Wisconsin. In fact, according to a new study by iNACOL, Keeping Pace with K-12 Online Learning, Wisconsin had 3,927 students enrolled in full-time online charter schools in the 2009-2010 school year, and that number is expected to grow in future years.

Wisconsin Connections Academy continues to be a popular choice for families not only because of the flexibility it provides, but also because of its commitment to meeting rigorous state, regional and national standards for academic excellence, said Mueller.

WCAs successful and proven track record is widely known and a driver of parent and student interest in the online school. WCA consistently meets Adequate Yearly Progress, or AYP, a measurement defined by the U.S. No Child Left Behind Act that allows the U.S. Department of Education to determine how every public school and district is performing academically according to results on standardized tests. Once again, in the 2009-2010 school year, WCA received successful AYP marks across all objectives. Also in a 2009 Connections Academy survey of parents with students enrolled in WCA, 95 percent of families in WCA gave the program an A or B when it came to grading the school. More than 96 percent of families said theyd recommend WCA to families with children attending other schools.

These favorable results help demonstrate our commitment to student success and serve as useful measures for parents comparing the public school options available in our state, especially during this open enrollment season, Mueller added.

WCA is a public school chartered through the Appleton Area School District, and there is no tuition or fee to enroll. Through Wisconsins open enrollment law, students who live outside of the district can apply for admission to WCA during Wisconsins open enrollment period. To learn more about WCA visit our website, Facebook page, or call 1.800.382-6010.

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About Connections Academy

Connections Academy is a leading, fully accredited provider of high-quality, highly accountable virtual schooling for students in grades K through 12. Through tuition-free public schools, full-time and part-time private school programs, and turnkey online programs for bricks and mortar schools, Connections Academy delivers superior, personalized education for students, with the freedom and flexibility to experience our online learning community from anywhere. The combination of certified teachers, a proven curriculum, technology tools, and community experiences creates a supportive and successful online learning opportunity for families and children who want an individualized approach to education. In the 201011 school year, Connections Academy will serve students in Arizona, California (Southern and Central), Colorado, Florida, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nevada, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas, Wisconsin, and Wyoming through its public school programs. It serves students worldwide through the online private school, National Connections Academy. Connections Academy offers grades K through 12, though some public school programs do not offer all grades. For more information, call 800-382-6010 or visit http://www.ConnectionsAcademy.com

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Top 10 New Movies to Rent from Blockbuster.co.uk to Beat Swine Flu Blues

(PRWEB) July 21, 2009

With Swine Flu fever descending across the UK, the film experts at Blockbuster.co.uk have put together a list of titles to help get through the crisis. So whether quarantined, or trying to escape from the "Flu" by watching a good film, Blockbuster have a solution for home entertainment.

Blockbuster's hand-picked collection of "Swine Flu Essentials" movies will help overcome the Swine Flu blues. Movies rented online will be delivered by post or alternatively they can be rented from the local Blockbuster store. For flu sufferers the option to "phone a friend" to pick up some DVD rentals without waiting for the postal delivery is good way to get the movies straightaway. Great value for money and very convenient, also kids' movie rentals are free in stores when 2 or more film titles are rented.

Near the top of the list is, "Knowing", which is exclusive to Blockbuster and not available anywhere else, a great sci-fi thriller starring Nicolas Cage. A time capsule is dug up at school, buried decades ago which contains the dates and locations for every major disaster from the thirties until now. Dark mysterious and intense this film is from the director of Dark City and I, Robot, definitely one you will not forget anytime soon.

Duplicity is another exclusive to Blockbuster. Starring Julia Roberts and Clive Owen, it is a caper thriller about a pair of corporate spies who team up to pull off the ultimate con on their respective bosses. Written and directed by the man behind the three Bourne movies, this is a clever film that jumps back and forth in time as the past relationship of the two main characters is revealed.

Renee Zellweger stars in the romantic comedy "New in Town". When ambitious Lucy Hill is asked to manage one of her firm's struggling manufacturing plants to bring this into line with company standards, she jumps at the chance to further her career. After moving from the big city to the remote town of New Ulm, she soon regrets her decision, but gradually warms to the local community and comes up with a fool-proof scheme to save the plant.

In Gran Torino, Clint Eastwood plays a racist, bitter old main near the end of his days who unintentionally befriends a Vietnamese family living next door when he saves their son from a gang of youths. The story and pacing of the film is perfect and it is a life affirming tale that will grip you for the duration.

From the director of 300 comes this alternative comic book thriller "Watchmen" based on one of the darkest and most influential books of the 20th Century. In an alternative 1985, superheroes are real but retired, forced out of service by President Richard Nixon, who has survived Watergate and is on his fourth term. Dark gritty and brilliant, it'll take a few views to catch everything going on in this picture. Possibly not the most uplifting movie to watch, but certainly one to escape the Swine flu outbreak, after all it could be worse!

All round nice guy Colin Firth stars in a beautifully shot drama, Genova, which is also in the list. An interesting film, it starts out as a romantic drama with Colin Firth mourning the death of his wife, and raising his daughters alone. They relocate to Italy so his family can move on from their loss but things take a darker turn when one of the daughters start to see the ghost of their dead mother. A film with a difference but worth watching!

Marley and Me is an excellent romantic comedy starring Owen Wilson and Jennifer Aniston. Based on a true story, the film tells the story of two journalists who fall in love, settle down, and have children and the impact that their feisty Labrador "Marley" has on their lives. Owen Wilson stars as John Grogan, whose memoirs the film is based on; Aniston stars as John's wife Jennifer Grogan. We follow the antics of the family from where they get a cute puppy Marley who grows into a 100 pound, impulsive dog. It's a good film, like a grown up version of Beethoven but focusing on the relationship more than the dog. By the end of the film, all your troubles will be gone unless you get a fit of coughing because of laughing so much!

If looking to entertain the whole family, Blockbuster has hundreds of family movies to choose from. Three recommendations included in the list are; Hotels for Dogs, the Secret of Moonacre and the Pick Panther 2.

Based on the children's book by Lois Duncan, Hotel for Dogs tells the story of two foster kids living in a home with a strict "no dogs" policy who stumble across an abandoned hotel and turn it into a home for their dog Friday, and in turn, all the strays in the city. A children's film best described as this year's Beethoven.

Based on the award winning children's book The Little White Horse and from the director of Bridge to Terabithia; The Secret of Moonacre tells the story of Maria, an orphaned 13 year old girl who moves in with an eccentric uncle Sir Benjamin when her father dies and discovers magic and wonder exploring her new surroundings - Moonacre Valley. A good family film that doesn't bombard you with special effects but has a decent story that's easy enough to follow and is well worth a watch.

Pink Panther 2 is the sequel to the popular 2005 remake of the sixties cool classic. Steve Martin returns as bumbling French police Inspector Jacques Clouseau, while Jean Reno returns as Clouseau's long-suffering sidekick Gendarme Gilbert Ponton. To stop a globetrotting thief responsible for stealing priceless historical artifacts, Clouseau teams up with a squad of International detectives who are just as stupid as he is. If you enjoyed the first film, you'll enjoy this - perfect for kids.

More information on all of these films can be found at Blockbuster.co.uk, where almost every DVD and Blu-ray available in the UK can be rented online and delivered to your door, with no late fees or due dates; perfect when stuck in the house for any length of time.

Blockbuster Inc. (NYSE: BBI and BBI.B) was founded in Dallas, Texas in 1985 and is a leading global provider of in-home rental, retail movie and game entertainment.

In 20 years, Blockbuster has grown from a single video rental store to nearly 9000 company-operated and franchised stores throughout the United States, its territories and 23 other countries

The first Blockbuster store in the UK opened in March 1989 (Walworth Road, London) and the UK is now the largest Blockbuster business outside the US, with over 650 stores and about 4.2 million member accounts. Blockbuster.co.uk has over 1 million registered members and about 700,000 newsletter subscribers.

Blockbuster's goal is to be a complete source for movies and games, and the company is continually looking for ways to offer its customers more value, choice and convenience. To this end, in September 2002, Blockbuster UK introduced its online DVD rental service. This service has grown and now allows customers to have access to almost every DVD available in the UK.

Blockbuster.co.uk provides the latest releases and also gives its customers much more choice from classic titles, foreign films, music DVDs, interactive game DVDs, language DVDs and popular TV series. Through its links with the major film studios, Blockbuster also feature exclusive DVD rentals that you cannot rent or buy anywhere else at the time of launch. Past exclusives have included 3.10 to Yuma, The Mist, Saw V and the box office smash Taken.

In 2009, Blockbuster.co.uk launched Online Xtra, a selection of new online rental plans that have the distinction of also including Blockbuster store rentals as part of the same Blockbuster rental package. These new plans are exclusive to Blockbuster, and combine the range and convenience of online rental with the flexibility of being able to pick up rentals in-store whenever members like. With Online Xtra Blockbuster customers can get the best of both the online and offline worlds.

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Destin Florida Condos on Sale From Holiday Isle Properties

Schenectady, NY (PRWEB) September 29, 2010

Holiday Isle Properties, a premier vacation rental management firm specializing in Destin, Florida properties, offers great deals on luxurious Destin Florida condo rentals for the fall and winter months. With cooler weather settling upon our friends in the North, it's time to consider the most suitable property for your extended stay in Destin. Holiday Isle offers a variety of vacation rental homes and condominiums, perfect for those making the migration. Their Destin vacation rentals Florida for snowbirds are the best in the area. Book your rental today to ensure the best rates.

Destin, Florida is the ideal place for a winter getaway. A temperate climate-secluded from snow emergencies and icy roads-makes this area one of the most popular places to migrate during the colder parts of the year. Sandy white beaches and deep sea fishing will make your stay even more memorable. Holiday Isle Properties offers affordable accommodations for any-sized family. Whether it's a 1-bedroom unit you're looking for, or a 6-bedroom vacation rental that suits your needs, they have the property of your Destin beach vacation rental dreams. Holiday Isle's Snowbird Specials range from $ 850-$ 2,400 per month for condos and $ 2,500-$ 5000 per month for rental homes. Guests receive $ 100 each month's rent when they book for more than two months.

The customer always comes first, and with Holiday Isle, your preferences matter. Location is a top priority for most vacationers, and Holiday Isle offers properties with Gulf and Harbor views. Their snowbird rentals feature oceanfront access from many of Destin's popular beaches, and guests also have the opportunity to rent property on the very popular Holiday Isle location, situated between the Gulf of Mexico and the Destin Harbor. All of their Destin vacation condo rentals are unique, so make sure you visit Holiday Isle Properties online to see what suits your needs.

Destin winters have a solid reputation. January and February temperatures run an average high of 62 degrees during the day, and average in the mid-40s at night. With beautiful, clear days, winter visitors can enjoy the easy-going attitude of Northwest Florida residents. While a leisurely walk on the beach is among the most popular pastimes, fishing and golfing are right up there too. Destin's motto is "the Luckiest fishing Village in the World," and the area boasts an array of the finest seafood establishments found in the South. Remember to take advantage of all the specials during the Destin Area Restaurant Week running October 24-30.

Don't waste any more time thinking about the perils of winter. Find your ideal vacation home in Destin, Florida today with Holiday Isle Properties. For more information, call toll free, 800-837-5102.

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Renters Insurance Industry Report Now Available from IBISWorld

Los Angeles, California (PRWEB) November 02, 2011

In the five years to 2016, IBISWorld, the nations largest publisher of industry research, forecasts that revenue for the Renters Insurance industry will increase to $ 550.2 million. Revenue is expected to continue increasing as more firms in the Apartment Rental industry require tenants to hold renters insurance to mitigate the risk of litigation.

In the five years to 2011, revenue from the Renters Insurance industry has grown 3.8% annually to $ 515.6 million. During that time, the industry has benefited from several trends. The recession forced many people out of their homes into cheaper dwellings. In many cases, these individuals moved into apartments. Furthermore, households that were previously considering buying homes are now waiting for the market to bottom out, while some would-be homebuyers can no longer get mortgages.

These trends have caused a shift in the demographics of the typical renter. Renters are more likely to be working professionals or middle-aged consumers than they were in the past. This shift has posed an opportunity for the industry because the demographics are more likely to invest in insurance than a typical budget-conscious renter. The Renters Insurance industry has also benefited from an increase in the number of apartment rental companies that require renters insurance. According to the National Multi Housing Council, about 66.0% of the apartment rental companies surveyed required renters to hold renters insurance in 2010, up from 24.0% in 2008.

Furthermore, some insurance companies have created partnerships with apartment rental companies. These developments have also contributed to industry growth during the past five years. In 2011, IBISWorld expects these trends will continue to influence industry growth. As a result, revenue is expected to increase 6.1% during the year. While rising demand has boosted profit margins, industry profit still fluctuates annually depending on natural disasters, which are covered by some renters insurance.

According to IBISWorld analyst, Kevin Culbert, in the five years to 2016,Renters Insurance industry revenue is forecast to increase 1.3% annually to $ 550.2 million. Demand is expected to continue rising as more firms in the Apartment Rental industry require tenants to hold renters insurance, says Culbert. An increasing number of operators are expected to form marketing agreements with apartment rental companies to bolster industry growth. Industry revenue is also expected to increase as a result of the projected decline in rental vacancy rates. The rental vacancy rate is anticipated to continue declining, from 10.1% in 2012 to 9.0% in 2016.

For more information, download the full report from IBISWorld on the Renters Insurance industry

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King Kong Gets a Character Score of 59 from Discovery Journey

Austin, TX (PRWEB) March 28, 2006 -

King Kong is now available on DVD and video and although it carries an MPAA: PG-13 rating with frightening adventure violence and some disturbing images, parents may still wonder if it is appropriate to rent or purchase for their pre-teen or teenagers sleepover.

Discovery Journey takes the guess work out of these ratings by evaluating the content of childrens books and movies for positive and negative examples of the following ten traits: self-discipline, compassion, responsibility, friendship, work, courage, perseverance, honesty, loyalty, and faith. The more strongly a book or movie presents these values-oriented messages, the higher it scores. Points are deducted for negative behavioral influences, such as violence, bad language, nudity, sexual content, scary elements, and the use of drugs, alcohol, and tobacco. The result is a Character Score, ranging from zero to 100 that parents can use to select media that have integral values messages.

The result of the recent movie review generated a Character Score of 59 as follows:

Character Traits

Self-Discipline: 4 Stars

Consumers Urged to Take Action to Stop the White House from Blocking Access to Low Cost Medicine from Pharmacies Abroad

White Plains, NY (PRWEB) April 5, 2011

PharmacyChecker.com, the leading evaluator of international online pharmacies, launched an advocacy initiative today rallying Americans to stop efforts by the White House Office of the Intellectual Property Rights Coordinator (IPEC) that may block Americans from accessing Canadian and other safe international online pharmacies. IPECs activities have received little public notice but should concern many Americans.

At a time when record numbers of Americans cannot afford prescription medicine, why is the White House trying to make the situation worse? asked Tod Cooperman, M.D., President and Founder of PharmacyChecker.com. He noted, Research shows that drugs ordered online from properly verified pharmacies in many countries, such as Canada, are just as genuine and safe as those in the U.S., but their prices are lower. There are also rogues that sell counterfeits. Unfortunately, rather than focus on the counterfeiters, the White Houses IP czar is looking to block all non-U.S. online pharmacies and force Americans to pay top-dollar for their medicines. We want the White House to stop taking cues from the pharmaceutical industry and start listening to the people.

The letter (which individuals can send to President Obama and their congressional representatives reads:

"I ask that you do what is in your power to stop a misguided campaign by the White House Office of the Intellectual Property Enforcement Coordinator (the "IP czar") to block Americans from buying their medicines online from reputable pharmacies in countries where they can be obtained at much lower cost, often 50% to 80% less than in the U.S. Such actions can make it impossible for many Americans to afford and obtain medications. According to the Centers for Disease Control, a record 25 million Americans do not take their medication due to cost, and a Harvard study shows that 120 million Americans are struggling to afford their medication.1,2

"In her recent report (http://www.cybercrime.gov/ipecreport2010.pdf) to the President and Congress, the IP czar, Victoria A. Espinel, cites (on pages 28 and 29) vague "health and safety issues," to pressure search engines, domain registrars, credit card companies and others to assist in its apparent crackdown on all non-U.S. online pharmacies that serve Americans. This plan was hatched by a pharmaceutical company-sponsored group and submitted to the IP czar in March 2010.3 The truth is that independent research (http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2921371/) shows that properly credentialed international online pharmacies are just as safe as those in the U.S., and their drugs are just as authentic. Even the FDA, which is responsible for health and safety issues, rarely interferes with consumers buying their medicine (other than controlled substances) from abroad, even though personal drug importation is technically not legal.

"The strategy of the IP czar appears to target any pharmacy not on a "White List" being developed by the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy, which excludes every non-U.S. online pharmacy, considering them all "rogue" regardless of their credentials or the authenticity of their products.4 A year ago, one could find advertisements for Canadian pharmacies on major search engines. Following government and pharmaceutical industry pressure, they are now blocked -- an action applauded by the IP czar.

"Reputable international pharmacies sell only up to a three-month supply of medication for personal use based on a prescription -- certainly not a threat to our domestic drug supply and not relevant to the IP czar's claim that her actions are meant to "secure our supply chain."

"Show us that you care. Make sure that the IP czar and all federal agencies focus their efforts only on dangerous online pharmacies and fake medications. Tell the IP czar not to block Americans from getting safe, genuine, and affordable medicine from online pharmacies in Canada and other countries."

Americans can send this letter to the President and members of Congress from the advocacy area on PharmacyChecker.com at http://action.pharmacychecker.com/4199/stop-white-house-from-blocking-access-to-low-cost-medicine/.

A free consumer guide, How to Save Money on Prescription Medications, Safely is also available, as is a blog focused on online pharmacy news and topics. Americans can take additional action through RxRights.org, a national coalition dedicated to raising awareness and spurring action around safe prescription drug importation.

PharmacyChecker.com helps Americans find the best drug prices from verified online pharmacies. PharmacyChecker.coms independent pharmacy ratings and drug price comparisons are free to consumers. PharmacyChecker.com, founded in 2002, is a privately held company based in New York with no ownership in or from companies that sell or distribute pharmacy products.

References:

1 Health, United States, 2010. U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Preventions National Center for Health Statistics (see http://www.cdc.gov/nchs/data/hus/hus10.pdf#highlights). Table 76 shows that 8.4% of total U.S. population did not get prescription drugs due to cost in 2009, up from 4.8% in 1997. This equates to approximately 25 million Americans in 2009 and 13 million in 1997.

2 The Public on Prescription Drugs and Pharmaceutical Companies, USA Today/Kaiser Family Foundation/Harvard School of Public Health, March 2008 (see http://www.kff.org/kaiserpolls/upload/7748.pdf). Chart 20 shows that 40% of the public reports difficulty affording the drugs they need. This equates to approximately 120 million Americans.

3 Response of the Alliance for Safe Online Pharmacies (ASOP) to the Request for Comments from the United States Intellectual Property Enforcement Coordinator, March 24, 2010 (See http://www.safeonlinerx.com/2010/03/our-comments-filed-with-the-us-intellectual-property-enforcement-coordinator.html). ASOP does not list its funders but its listed large business members are Eli Lilly and Merck.

4 National Associations of Boards of Pharmacy, Criteria for legitimacy for Internet pharmacies (see http://www.nabp.net/programs/consumer-protection/buying-medicine-online/criteria-1/). Criteria #4 is that the pharmacy must be domiciled in the United States.

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New Network Magic for the Mac from Pure Networks Makes Life Easier for Homes With Both Macs and PCs

Las Vegas, NV (PRWEB) January 8, 2007

Pure Networks, Inc., the home networking software pioneer and market leader, today announced Mac support for Network Magic, making sharing printers and files between all your home computers easy, no matter what operating system they are running - Mac, Windows XP, or Windows Vista. Network Magic for the Mac is a free add-on that works in conjunction with the PC version of Network Magic to enable the easy transfer of files between a Mac and PC. This add-on also makes it easy for users to print from a Mac computer to any printer on your network. Pure Networks will provide live demos of Network Magic for the Mac, Jan. 8-11 at the D-Link exhibitor's booth (South 3 31434), 2007 International CES

The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe Gets a Character Score of 75 from Discovery Journey

Austin, TX (PRWEB) April 5, 2006

The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe is now available on DVD and video and although it carries an MPAA: PG rating for battle sequences and frightening moments, parents may still wonder if it is appropriate to rent or purchase for their childrens viewing. Discovery Journey takes the guess work out of these ratings by detailing the content of childrens books and movies for positive and negative examples of the following ten traits: self-discipline, compassion, responsibility, friendship, work, courage, perseverance, honesty, loyalty, and faith. The more strongly a book or movie presents these values-oriented messages, the higher it scores. Points are deducted for negative behavioral influences, such as violence, bad language, nudity, sexual content, scary elements, and the use of drugs, alcohol, and tobacco. The result is a Character Score, ranging from zero to 100 that parents can use to select media that have integral values messages.

The result of the recent movie review generated a Character Score of 75 as follows:

Character Traits

Self-Discipline: 4 Stars

Hyper Wear

Austin, TX (PRWEB) June 07, 2011

Hyper Wear Inc., a rapidly growing fitness company that creates innovative fitness products, announces a game-changing investment by angel investors. Participants in the equity growth capital funding include members of the Central Texas Angel Network (CTAN), Concho Valley Angel Network (CVAN), Baylor Angel Network (BAN), Joel Trammell, CEO of CacheIQ and co-founder of NetQoS (acquired by CA Technologies in 2009), and William E. Simon, Jr., Co-Chairman of William E. Simon & Sons. Mr. Trammell will serve on Hyper Wears Board of Directors along with Craig Harris, CFO of Wild Basin Investment, LLC.

Hyper Wears revolutionary training solutions include the Hyper Vest

Tips from the Business Finance Store on How to Manage a Company Makeover

Fountain Valley, CA (PRWEB) September 04, 2011

Movie remakes can really be hit or miss. Sometimes you get a remake that surpasses the original, other times its simply a flop. Regardless, Hollywood is notorious for remaking old classics. This year alone there have been countless remakes: Conan, Batman, and the upcoming Blade Runner. Just like Hollywood profits from remaking films, businesses can remake their image or products to reach new audiences and greater success. Remaking ones business may be easier said than done. Luckily, the Business Finance Store offers some tips on how to renew a company in the blog post Reboot Your Corporate Reputation.

Hollywood is not the only one constantly reinventing things. Many large corporation have successfully gone through complete image and product reinventions. The Business Finance Store outlines some of the changes large corporations, such as Google and Abercrombie and Fitch, made in order to reboot. From these examples, the Business Finance Store highlights some lessons on how to manage a company makeover. Read more about how to Reboot Your Corporate Reputation at the Business Finance Stores blog.

The Business Finance Store is a business financing and consulting firm that offers customized Business Financial Solutions. Seasoned professionals offer assistance in a variety of financial solutions to help small businesses succeed such as: Business Financial Solutions , Legal Solutions, and Accounting Solutions.

The staff at The Business Finance Store understand that starting and growing a business is an exciting time. They keep it exciting by taking care of some of the most difficult aspects, by providing legal advice, helping with vital responsibilities like accounting & bookkeeping, and by obtaining business finance. They can quickly and easily guide entrepreneurs through many different complicated processes, and put them on the path to success.

For 10 years The Business Finance Store has been helping startups and other small businesses legally structure their companies, find the right franchises, get the funding they need, and to achieve the American Dream of owning their own successful business. Since expanding nationwide in 2007 they have helped thousands of companies and have funded over $ 60 Million in business credit lines, not including SBA loans. The Business Finance Store sees limitless potential in the current climate, and looks forward to many strong years of growth to come. Take some time to review their services, and give them a call.

For more information, or a free, no-obligation analysis of your business needs, visit The Business Finance Store, visit http://www.businessfinancestore.com. A member of their professional staff will contact you to discuss your business' short and long-term goals. Whatever you need, The Business Finance Store is there.

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Miss Universe Brook Lee 'From Hawaii With Love'

Phoenix, AZ (PRWEB) October 1, 2009

In the upcoming episode of "From Hawaii With Love", hosted by Jenny Fujita and Joy Koerte at 3 p.m. PT on Thursday, Oct. 1 on The VoiceAmerica Talk Radio Network Variety Channel, listeners will meet Hawaii's very own Brook Mahealani Lee, who was crowned Miss Universe 1997. Lee will share what it was like for a local Hawaii girl to win an international title in front of a worldwide audience of over 600 million viewers in 60 countries, and how her Hawaii upbringing contributed to her success.

Lee will discuss her experiences attending the prestigious Punahou School, President Barack Obama's alma mater, graduating from Kamehameha Schools, a school for indigenous Hawaiians, and her current endeavors, including being a host of "Great Cruises: Norwegian Pearl" for the Travel Channel and "Cruises We Love." She'll also play "Hawaii 5-Go," a speed round of five fun questions, and she'll answer the question hosts Fujita and Koerte ask all of their guests: what's the best lesson Hawaii can teach the world?

Lee is of mixed Hawaiian, Korean, Dutch, English, French, Portuguese, and Chinese ancestry. She is the last Miss USA to win the Miss Universe title. After her reign as Miss Universe, Lee made several appearances in TV before becoming a TV host. She has been on "The Nanny" and "Boy Meets World" and has hosted Hawaii Sports Adventure for ESPN, "Top Ten Beaches of America" for the Travel Channel, "Casting Session" and "World Premiere" for the Fox Movie Channel, "E! Behind The Scenes Look At Miss Universe" on E! Entertainment Television, and "Pacific Fusion." Her most recent project is as host of "Great Cruises: Norwegian Pearl" for the Travel Channel and as a featured host of a new series "Cruises We Love."

"From Hawaii With Love," the popular VoiceAmerica internet radio show, is hosted by Joy Koerte, a lifelong Hawaii resident, and Jenny Fujita, a once-newcomer to the islands. What makes Hawaii an exceptional destination is its inimitable, hard-to-define aloha spirit. In fact, a national survey ranked Hawaii second in the "Best Places to Live Poll." While Hawaii's millions of visitors and the many others who fantasize about life in paradise can't all live there, they can be inspired by Hawaii's beautiful customs and traditions and share them with their families and communities. On "From Hawaii With Love," Koerte and Fujita will do just that, as well as give an insider's view of how life really is in Hawaii and weave this into their interests from food to fashion, family, beauty, business, and more. Show guests include Hawaii's greatest success stories and friends and family who are among Hawaii's most colorful characters. "From Hawaii With Love" airs Thursdays at 3 PM Pacific / 5 PM Central / 6 PM Eastern on the VoiceAmerica Variety Channel. To access the show, log on at http://www.modavox.com/voiceamericavariety. All shows will be available in Jenny Fujita and Joy Koerte's Content Library on the VoiceAmerica Variety Channel for on-demand and podcast download.

The VoiceAmericaTM Network offers the latest conversations in a talk radio format, providing education, interaction, and advice on key issues live, on demand as well as through pod cast download. If interested in hosting a talk radio show on VoiceAmerica Network, contact Jeff Spenard, President of Internet Radio at 480-294-6417 or at jeff.spenard @ modavox.com.

Contact Executive Producer Sarah Ramos at 480-294-6418 for advertising / sponsorship information or other show details.

About VoiceAmerica / Modavox:

(OTC.BB MDVX), Modavox is the leading producer and distributor of online talk radio content, streaming approximately 250 hours of live programs and scheduled replays weekly on its Modavox VoiceAmerica Network (http://www.voiceamerica.com). Modavox, Inc. (http://www.modavox.com) is a pioneer in internet broadcasting, producing and syndicating online audio and video, and offering innovative, effective and comprehensive online tools for reaching targeted niche communities worldwide. Through its patented Modavox technology, Modavox delivers content straight to desktops and Internet-enabled devices. Modavox provides managed access for live and on-demand internet broadcasting and syndication, content management, online meetings, event management, enterprise communications and distance learning.

Forward-Looking Statements:

This release contains "forward-looking statements" for purposes of the Securities and Exchange Commission's "safe harbor" provisions under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and Rule 3b-6 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. These forward-looking statements are subject to various risks and uncertainties that could cause Modavox's actual results to differ materially from those currently anticipated, including the risk factors identified in Modavox's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

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