FunHi.com, pioneer in online social networking, announces model Merina Tram Vo as its July 2005, FunHi World-Wide Starlette Of The Month (FSOM). While producing fashion covers and being a model, consultant and coaching babes, Ms. Vo is going outside the box by releasing an e-book with an innovative spin on Warhol's fifteen minutes of fame. Her e-book's seductive hook, "why settle for just fifteen minutes?"

The online club is a maverick itself. Famous for its virtual economy studded with street racers, millionaires, hot babes and models, its savvy culture is enjoyed 24/7 at http://www.funhi.com

Marty Smyth received an early Christmas present courtesy of Ladbrokes Poker after scooping the top prize of $1,000,000 in the final of Ladbrokes Poker Million VII. The final leg of the tournament was played out this week beginning with two semi finals on Wednesday and Thursday which culminated in the live final on Friday.

This was Marty's third consecutive Poker Million final table and his victory was all the more impressive, as after three hands he was down to just one set of blinds after his Ace King failed to overturn Liam's pair of Kings Last year he came second winning $500,000 and the year before he collected $100,000 for a sixth place finish.

Breckenridge has done it again. SKI Magazine just announced the results of their annual resort ranking reader's poll and Breckenridge held strong with a #6 “Overall Best Resort” ranking again last year. ResortQuest Breckenridge offers over 350 Breckenridge vacation rentals in the area.

“With a base elevation of 9,600 feet, Breckenridge starts where most resorts end”, SKI Magazine. Although aided by an above average elevation and assisted by below average temperatures and reliable snow conditions, the results represent a major accomplishment for both the town and the Vail Resorts-run resort. Long-esteemed for being on the cutting-edge of the snowboard scene, Breckenridge Ski Resort has struggled against a reputation for being a “beginner’s hill”, with a severe lack of steep, expert terrain.

33third.com, an online record store, catering to DJs and producers in the hip-hop community has been a test subject for the last year. A privately held company the 33third.com goal has been to offer a discount vinyl store focused on premium customer service and and fast delivery.

Concieved on a conceptual business plan, 33third.com has analyzed their growth over the last year to assess their status in the industry and focus on their position in the future.

After analysis, the numbers show a remarkable growth for the site in one year. These number are not only translated into sales but in traffic and repeat customers as well. The results show approximately a 96% sales growth over the last year mimicked by a similar steady growth in internet traffic.

The nationally syndicated "Allen Hunt Show," talk radio's only program that talks about real life issues and the impact of faith on them, announced a dramatic listening increase for the most recent Arbitron ratings release. These new audiences hear a talk show that provides a fresh take on relevant topics influencing their everyday lives.

Two of the show's syndicated markets, WSB Atlanta and WHIO Dayton, Ohio have seen a significant growth in numbers of listeners between the ages of 35 and 64. During the rating period between fall 2007 and winter 2008, The Allen Hunt Show's audience increased 237 percent at WHIO in Dayton, Ohio, and at WSB Atlanta, the show' saw a 218 percent increase in audience. The show's rapid growth has expanded syndication to 14 states, with several new markets to be announced in the near future.

It just got easier to get your business off to a smarter start. A new incorporation assistant from BizFilings can help you make wiser choices for your business.

For some entrepreneurs, weaving through the maze of whether to form a C corporation, an S corporation or a limited liability company (LLC) can seem daunting. The BizFilings Incorporation Assistant, available at www.bizfilings.com, guides individuals through the 35 most common considerations when forming a legal entity. It helps individuals consider the ownership, personal liability, financing, industry, taxation, employee benefits, accounting, planning for the future, state selection and other important factors related to forming a corporation or LLC.

Global-Rent-a-scope (GRAS), a major provider of astronomical observing resources for members of the RAS Observatory of New Mexico and the general public, announced implementation of global access to a series of astronomical installations in strategic time zones. The location of these participating installations offer users and observers access to highly sophisticated remote astronomical imaging platforms that possess amazing pointing and tracking accuracy. Outfitted with chilled CCD cameras and special imaging and scientific filters, subscribers to this membership facility routinely conduct research and capture unbelievably detailed images of a variety of deep space objects. No previous technical experience is required to operate these systems, although some basic knowledge about possible targets of interest may be helpful. Real live support is generally available 24/7.

M7 Inc., an award-winning marketing communications firm, now offers an effective new lead generation program called "M7 1:1 Direct". This ground-breaking direct marketing strategy takes variable data messaging to a whole new level and has produced above average results with response rates over 3% and campaign ROI of 400%.

"M7 1:1 Direct" programs are highly personalized direct marketing campaigns, using technology and techniques many clients have never seen or used before," says Lisa Orrell, President of M7 Inc. "M7 delivers a personalized message to each contact on the lead list motivating them to visit a custom URL containing their own name," explains Orrell. "M7 delivers this message to each contact using a variety of methods including print, e-mail, and web."

Prodiance Corporation, a leading provider of Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) software solutions, and FCTS Consulting, France's first spreadsheet engineering services and software specialty company, today announced a formal partnership and comprehensive GRC solution to automate internal controls for mission critical spreadsheets, Access databases, and other end-user computing (EUC) applications. The joint solution combines best of breed technology from Prodiance with professional services and domain expertise from FCTS Consulting to help firms in France increase transparency and drive sustainable compliance.

The NGLCC announces Diversity Builder, Inc. as the first diversity training corporation to receive its supplier diversity certification. The NGLCC (National Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce) is the exclusive certifying body for LGBT-owned (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender) businesses and entrepreneurs.

Diversity Builder President Stanton stated, "The Diversity Builder staff has worked diligently to complete all certification requirements and was anxiously awaiting the announcement. To be the first training company to be certified by the NGLCC is an absolute honor. The supplier diversity certification will enable us to offer diversity training, website design, and Internet business marketing strategies to our new Fortune 500 and federal government partners."

Jared Coad (http://www.PimpMyLifeAZ.com ), president of Jay Dee Cee Holdings, announced yesterday that the eagerly anticipated February Earnings Report were "even better than anticipated". Coad went on to say "When We Released Passport to Wealth February 1st, 2007 we anticipated a strong month, but we blew our February numbers right off the charts. I guess it's probably due to the simplicity of the Passport to Wealth Program, the tremendous value, and the overall opportunity."

With a combined value of over $120,000.00, the Passport to Wealth system includes DVD's, Software, Books and Manuals - PLUS a full suite of marketing tools to help the home based business owner get up and running in the shortest amount of time. This is absolutely imperative to get up and earning money quick. And The System Includes Full resale rights of all the products.

BridgePoint Technologies, a full service Information Technology consulting firm, today announced the appointment of Angie Verros to the role of Senior Account Executive overseeing a newly formed division within IT Staffing Services focused solely on permanent placement recruiting.

With over 12 years of experience in financial services and technology, Verros and her team will be tasked with developing and implementing full lifecycle recruitment strategies aimed at placing seasoned professionals to permanent positions.

Jeff Glovsky, vice president of global sales at Nest Seekers International, is proud to announce the worldwide Exclusive of this remarkable 13,000 sq. ft. mansion on two verdant acres in the south of France.

The property is located a short distance from the artistic medieval village of St. Paul de Vence, just inland on the Côte d'Azur (Nice International Airport is 15 minutes away). With 9 bedrooms, 6 full baths and 6 half-baths...a Turkish bath and sauna, pool, wet bar, and pizza oven...state-of-the-art gymnasium and billiard room...With high speed, broadband internet access and a 26-seat movie theater...Le Manoir Magnifique is simply that: a magnificent manor, nestled in a spectacular garden of olive and palm trees, and overlooking a tranquil valley.

Tiny Prints, Inc. (www.tinyprints.com), a leading online consortium managing four retail brands that offer birth announcements, wedding invitations, holiday photo cards and other personalized stationery, announced that before its fiscal year ending October 31, the company made a philanthropic contribution of $25,000 to multiple children's charity causes.

"In living up to our commitment to our global and local communities, which is a core pillar of our mission statement, Tiny Prints is thrilled to be able to make a difference in four causes we feel strongly about," stated Laura Ching, VP of Marketing. "While we always are looking for opportunities to donate our time, as we approached our fiscal year end we determined that the company was in a position to make a significant financial contribution."

ABC Office announced today that it has just added new stackable chairs to its Web site. These new chairs are not the typical run-of-the-mill plastic or metal chairs. These new chairs have optional vinyl and fabric padding and can be used in a variety of locations. This new addition dramatically increases ABC Office's current selection of office furniture online (http://www.abcoffice.com/stackable-chairs.htm?NR).

Many think of stackable chairs as being basic, neutral-colored chairs that would be seen in an elementary school. This is not the case anymore. Thanks to modern day lightweight materials and superior design, stackable chairs can look like higher-end chairs that would be seen in a business boardroom. Stackable chairs are now a feasible and attractive option for any businesses, university or church.

Luke Cahill from Manchester, England, captured first place and a $220,000 prize last week at the European Championship of Online Poker's $1,000,000 GP Main Event (ECOOP) staged by Titan Poker, the largest online poker room on the iPoker Network.

Cahill defeated a field of 992 players competing in the $1000+$60 Texas Hold'em No Limit Freezeout tournament, which was the climax of the ten-day ECOOP series. The ECOOP tournaments awarded more than $2,500,000 in total prizes.

"I was awake all night," Cahill said, shortly after he won the last hand at the twelve-hour-long online poker tournament. "I wasn't as tired as I should have been towards the end."

Chicago, IL (PRWEB) January 12, 2009 - Alterian (LSE: ALN), a leading international integrated marketing platform provider, today announced that Jaguar Land Rover will use Alterian Content Management to manage its global websites. Jaguar Land Rover will use the platform to support its global markets, giving communication professionals editorial control over local website copy to engage customers and generate increased sales.

Jaguar Land Rover required a single, consolidated platform upon which to power its global websites. It selected Alterian Content Management in December 2008 for its easy to use technology, user friendly interface, multilingual capabilities and flexible working processes. Ultimately, Alterian Content Management will allow Jaguar Land Rover's digital communications channels to be managed by business people, not the IT department.

USAA, the financial services provider of choice to the military community, is making significant progress toward its goal of having at least 20 percent of its workforce made up of employees with military experience, including veterans, military spouses, and members of the National Guard and Reserve. The company's focus on the military community is part of a multi-year recruiting program that includes unprecedented outreach to wounded warriors.

In 2008, USAA hired 472 new employees with prior military experience or who are military spouses, which represented 21 percent of USAA's hires overall. The company also enhanced efforts to recruit wounded warriors by hiring a military talent manager who is a wounded warrior himself.

Buying an iPod this year? Looking for a new mobile phone this Christmas? Make sure your new cellphone or tech toy includes video.

The growth of mobile devices capable of showing short and entertaining videos is huge. For example, MP3 players capable of displaying music videos account for two-thirds of new models. This surge in video-interest is creating a brand new market for independent artists and producers who know how to create compelling content for consumers on the move.

To highlight these opportunities, Raincoast Books and partner Pocket Cine Inc. launched a mobile video contest.

Zensah® (www.zensah.com) the pioneer of seamless compression apparel has been named the official compression apparel of the Miami International Triathlon taking place on Sunday March 16, 2008. Over 1,000 elite athletes are expected to compete. The Miami International Triathlon kicks off the 2008 triathlon season. It was named on of the top 10 triathlon races for 2008.

The sport of triathlon is one of the most grueling. Compression apparel has become a staple product for triathletes as part of their training an recovery. Since the beginning of triathlon in the 1970's, triathlon compression apparel was mostly cycling gear used in the water. The pain caused by chafing triathlon gear was thought of as a given.