Archive for December, 2008

King Completes Acquisition of Alpharma

Wednesday, December 31st, 2008

King Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: KG) today announced the successful completion of the tender offer by King’s wholly-owned subsidiary, Albert Acquisition Corp., for all outstanding shares of Class A Common Stock of Alpharma Inc. (NYSE: ALO) for $37.00 per share in cash. The tender offer expired at 10:00 a.m., New York City time, on December 29, [...]

American Hospital Management Co (AHMC) signs agreement to Develop and Manage St. Paul Sinai Medical Centre in Accra, Ghana

Tuesday, December 30th, 2008

St. Paul Sinai Medical Centre (SPSMC) has engaged American Hospital Management Company (AHMC) to provide turn-key management services in the development of their new, modern, international hospital project.
“St. Paul Medical Sinai Centre is a great opportunity for Ghana to experience the high level of medical care in terms of healthcare delivery and management that [...]

Carla Bonten Honored for Long-Term Distinguished Public Service in Southwest Florida

Tuesday, December 30th, 2008

(Bonita Springs, FL – December 30, 2008) Carla Bonten, broker and owner of Carla Bonten Realty, Inc., Carla Bonten Rentals Inc. and Auctioneers by Carla Bonten has received a distinguished award for her long-term public service. During a recent gala, The Bonita Springs-Estero Association of Realtors Inc. (B.E.A.R.) presented Bonten with the Pat Lord [...]

10th Annual Entrepreneurs Law School: Tim Cartwright, Naples Investment Advisor to Deliver Keynote Address

Monday, December 29th, 2008

(Fort Myers, FL – Dec. 29, 2008) A well-known Naples investment advisor will deliver the keynote address at the 10th Annual Entrepreneurs Law School. Tim Cartwright, Managing Director of Compass Advisory Group and President of the Gulf Coast Venture Forum will speak on the topic of “The Stress and Frustration of “Maybe” – Why is [...]

New York Law Firm Zwerling, Schachter & Zwerling, LLP Representing Victims in Madoff Financial Fraud Case

Sunday, December 28th, 2008

The New York law firm of Zwerling, Schachter & Zwerling, LLP, has been retained by individuals and entities that delivered hundreds of millions of dollars to investment adviser Bernard L. Madoff, who authorities say admitted to operating what amounted to a $50 billion Ponzi scheme.
Since the December 11 arrest of Mr. Madoff, 70, the list [...]

iOffer.com Adds Currency Conversion to Localize International Transactions

Tuesday, December 23rd, 2008

Year after year, the amount of online shoppers have increased. Websites are open 24 hours a day, saving time, gas, and money. Items are always in stock, with more deals and less crowds. Online retailers found this viable way to bring international buyers and sellers together. With its new currency conversion feature, iOffer.com continues to [...]

Crystal Cruises Launches Vehicles for Charitable Giving

Tuesday, December 23rd, 2008

Through a charitable donation program extending from its shore-side headquarters to its worldwide ships, Crystal Cruises is inviting its employees, guests, travel agents and the general public to help save the lives of children under five around the world.
Nearly 10 million children in impoverished countries die every year of preventable illnesses before they reach the [...]

Disneyland Resort Cast Members Help More Than 10,000 Local Individuals

Tuesday, December 23rd, 2008

During this season of giving, more than 10,000 individuals will benefit from the contributions of food, toys, clothing and care packages that the Disneyland Resort and its Cast Members have donated to numerous nonprofit organizations throughout Orange County.
“The Disneyland Resort is focused on giving back to the community throughout the year. The holiday season makes [...]

Crestron International Expands Brussels Headquarters

Monday, December 22nd, 2008

Crestron International attracted huge crowds today at its Headquarters Grand Opening. The new state-of-the-art facility provides training, sales, technical support and product distribution for Europe, Russia and the Middle East.
Crestron International was established in Brussels in 1992 with Frank Van Meeuwen, President of Crestron International, at the helm. Over the years, the commercial and residential [...]

2009 Game Developers Choice Awards Now Open for Nominations

Friday, December 19th, 2008

Submissions are now being accepted for the 2009 Game Developers Choice Awards, the most prestigious honors in videogame development. The ten awards will be given out at a ceremony produced by the Game Developers Conference(R) (GDC) and presented by Gamasutra.com and Game Developer Magazine on Wednesday, March 25, 2009 at GDC. The celebration, held in [...]

Grupo Salinas Wins International Award for Internet Web Page www.gruposalinas.com

Friday, December 19th, 2008

Grupo Salinas, a group of dynamic companies marked by high growth, with state-of-the-art technology, and strongly committed to the modernization of the countries in which they operate, announced today that its Internet site www.gruposalinas.com has received an award for being one of the best corporate websites on a global level. The recognition was presented by [...]

Gulf Coast Venture Forum Elects 2009 Board of Directors

Thursday, December 18th, 2008

(Dec. 18, 2008 – Naples, FL) The Gulf Coast Venture Forum (GCVF) is pleased to announce the election of its 2009 Board of Directors.
Timothy J. Cartwright, Tammie Nemecek, Roger Warren, Fred Klaucke, and Bill Hagman have been elected to serve a one-year term on the board.
Cartwright serves as Managing Director of Fifth Avenue Advisors, [...]

Chicago Prostate Center Unveils New Website

Wednesday, December 17th, 2008

Chicago Prostate Center, the country’s only free-standing healthcare facility dedicated strictly to the diagnosis and treatment of prostate cancer, has unveiled a helpful new website for men and their families. The site (http://www.prostateimplant.com) was created to inform patients exploring their options and for those who are interested in learning more about brachytherapy (radioactive seed implantation). [...]

Auctioneers by Carla Bonten, Inc. Schedules February Auction.

Tuesday, December 16th, 2008

(Bonita Springs, FL- December 16, 2008) Carla Bonten, owner of Auctioneers by Carla Bonten, Inc. in Bonita Springs, Florida, is finalizing plans to hold a real estate auction in Southwest Florida in early February, 2009. A Lee County location is yet to be determined and will be based upon response from sellers and the [...]

O’Guin Decorative Arts Project Manager Receives ArcusStone Certification

Tuesday, December 16th, 2008

(Naples, FL. December 16, 2008) O’Guin Decorative Arts is pleased to announce that Project Manager, Mitchell Shields, has become professionally certified in ArcusStone.
Shields recently attended educational training for the management and utilization of this highly specialized architectural and design skill.
ArcusStone is a patented limestone coating that is known for its use in the restoration [...]




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