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Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA (PRWEB) May 09, 2012

La Playa Carmel, Carmel-by-the-Seas newest luxury boutique hotel is also one of its oldest, most cherished landmarks, harkening back to the hamlets heritage as an affluent artists community. Originally built in 1905 by California landscape artist Christian Jorgenson as a gift for his wife, La Playa has enjoyed a long and beloved history as the Grand Dame of the scenic seaside community, ensconced in a celebrated residential neighborhood, just two charming blocks from the center of town and the beach, and close to several desirable Carmel, CA restaurants. The mansion was converted into a hotel in 1916 and has remained a Monterey romantic getaway for the past century. Now, under the careful stewardship of Grossman Company Properties and Classic Hotels & Resorts, La Playa has been thoughtfully renovated and modernized, with no detail overlooked, positioning the hotel for success for the next 100 years.

When La Playa Carmel opens its doors in August 2012 after a multi-million dollar renovation, loyal guests will find all of the original old-California charm intact, but will instantly notice many upgrades. The Lobby, Library, Bar and Lounge and each of the 75 guest rooms have been transformed with new contemporary coastal style. In addition to the chic guestroom décor with crisp white paint, plantation shutters, pillow-top mattresses and a fresh citrus color palette, guests will also enjoy completely renovated bathrooms. Some of the best upgrades are the ones you only notice if they are missing, such as new plumbing, electrical and state-of-the-art soundproofing, fast-forwarding the Grand Dame 100 years.

It has been our privilege and passion to transform La Playa Carmel and restore a century of Carmel tradition, said Matt Crow, CEO of Classic Hotels & Resorts. When you are working with a storied property, one that means so much to the legacy guests and the community of Carmel, you have to exceed all expectations and most importantly, retain the soul of the place. Classic Hotels & Resorts has a strong record of restoring properties to their previous grandeur, most notably with the restoration of the Arizona Biltmore, and we look forward to building on this legacy with La Playa Carmel

Well known for its beautiful ocean, estate and garden views, La Playa Carmel has been a central player in the story of Carmel. Generations have celebrated weddings and special events on the stunning grounds. Couples have honeymooned and gotten away from it all. Companies have held retreats and meetings, inspired by the creative legacy and natural beauty of the surroundings. Steve Jobs even held some of Apples early retreats at La Playa Carmel as they were developing the first Macintosh. All of these traditions will continue in the new life of La Playa Carmel.

The Central Coast-area surrounding Carmel is known worldwide for its beautiful, rugged coastline dotted with cypress and pine, internationally-renowned golf courses, quality art galleries and boutiques, beaches, fine restaurants and famed wineries. La Playa Carmel is an ideal home base from which to explore the region. For local jaunts, the hotel will have bicycles available for hotel guests to explore the enchanting surrounding neighborhood. After a short drive, guests can find themselves on the links at Pebble Beach, at the Heller Estate Winery in Carmel Valley, at the Monterey Bay Aquarium or at a breathtaking viewpoint on Big Surs dramatic coastline. Many guests enjoy ending a day of leisure, celebrations or meetings at La Playas cozy Bar and Lounge, where classic drinks and a menu of light fare are served throughout the day and evening.

Mary Crowe has been tapped as La Playa Carmels general manager and will lead the staff with warm, professional service and thoughtful attention to all travelers. In her previous position as general manager of Villagio Inn & Spa in Napa Valley, Crowe worked with a similar clientele traveling to Californias best locations to savor the good life of art, fine wine and food and the regions natural beauty.

One of the new additions to enhance the La Playa Carmel experience will be a Signature Champagne Breakfast Buffett served overlooking tranquil garden and ocean views to all guests, included with their room rate. This will provide an ideal gathering spot for guests as they plan out their day of activities enjoying the sights of Carmel and the surrounding area.

La Playa Carmel is accepting reservations for weddings, meetings and leisure guests for stays beginning August 1, 2012. Rates begin at $ 249 per night, including full Champagne Breakfast Buffet. To make reservations, please call 800-582-8900 or visit http://www.laplayahotel.com.

About Classic Hotels:

La Playa Carmel is managed by Classic Hotels & Resorts (CHR), an affiliate of Grossman Company Properties (GCP). GCP is one of the premier commercial and residential developers in the Western United States. During the past 50 years, GCP has built, developed and managed more than 14 million square feet of high-quality properties, including Arizona Biltmore Resort & Spa, Biltmore Fashion Park, Inn at Laguna Beach and the Phoenix Spectrum Mall. Additional information is available at http://www.classichotels.com.

Easton, PA (PRWEB) April 30, 2012

Of all the causes socially conscious consumers can support, environmental sustainability and supporting small business entrepreneurship rank the highest for North American consumers. As a small business initiative launched within a more established family-owned company, ECO SWIM BY AQUA GREEN is connecting with socially conscious customers in a real way.

The Easton, PA based retailer launched in 2011 with a line of sexy and sustainable swimwear. From the beginning, the brand paid deference to both style and to the environment, using fabrics made from recycled water bottles and fishing nets to create styles inspired by their designers trips to European runways. ECO SWIM BY AQUA GREEN also hosts regular ocean and waterway cleanups with environmental partner United By Blue.

Like many new brands, ECO SWIM BY AQUA GREEN understands that championing a cause isnt just good for business, its good for everyone. The demographic of customers who choose to purchase from socially responsible companies is exploding, so there are obvious marketing benefits of communicating that we are as committed to solving problems as our customers are, says Alex Waldman of ECO SWIM BY AQUA GREEN.

Indeed, according to the Nielsen Global Survey of Corporate Citizenship, Ensuring Environmental Sustainability was ranked as the number one most important cause for socially conscious consumers across global markets.

For ECO SWIM BY AQUA GREEN, though, connecting with consumers is only one piece of the puzzle.

To really understand why were committed to keeping beaches clean for future generations you have to understand the story of ECO SWIM BY AQUA GREEN, says Waldman.

ECO SWIM BY AQUA GREENs parent company was founded in 1937 by Waldmans great-grandfather. It was the heyday of American entrepreneurship, and after many years of hard work, the family-owned and operated business became one of the leading manufacturers of swimsuits in America. Even when many companies sent their manufacturing overseas, the Waldman family still manufactures many of their swimsuits in the US.

Four generations later, the Waldman family faces a different world and rougher seas than the first. In 1937, plastic was rare both on store shelves and in the water. Today, plastic and other debris covers beaches on our coasts and on islands thousands of miles from shore. Masses of plastic soup float in each of the major ocean gyres, or currents, and over 14 billion pounds of trash enter oceans and waterways every year.

ECO SWIM BY AQUA GREEN was conceived and developed to address the problem of ocean plastic pollution by cleaning up what its team can clean up and by raising awareness.

Our family has always been committed to making women look and feel great on the beach. But how can you feel great when the beach is dirty? says Waldman. So we decided to use our familys several decades of experience in swimsuits to address that problem.

ECO SWIM BY AQUA GREEN operates much like a small business or start-up: a dedicated team with lots of passion conceives and develops products according to new environmental processes. And as a small business, ECO SWIM BY AQUA GREEN appeals even more to North American consumers, who ranked supporting small business and entrepreneurship as the most important cause for companies to support.

What better way for our grandfathers business to support a small business that helps the environment then to go out and start one? says Waldman.

ECO SWIM BY AQUA GREEN is the worlds leading sustainable swimwear brand, making suits from recycled materials. ECO SWIM BY AQUA GREEN is based in Easton, PA and its swimsuits can be purchased at specialty and department stores as well as on select websites. For more information about ECO SWIM BY AQUA GREENs environmental leadership, swimwear and events, visit the web site at http://www.ecoswim.com, find the brand on facebook at http://www.facebook.com/ecoswim, and follow the company on twitter @eco_swim.

The Nielsen Global Survey of Corporate Citizenship was conducted in August/September 2011 and polled more than 28,000 consumers in 56 countries.

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Baltimore, Maryland (PRWEB) April 18, 2012

Samuel Shapiro & Company, Inc., a 96-year old Customhouse broker and freight forwarder, has recently been featured in the Fox School of Business newsletter highlighting its successful collaboration with the university in bringing fresh talent to support its growth.

Temple University was founded in 1884 and boasts a total student body of 39,000. Its vibrant main campus is located in Philadelphia and includes its Health Sciences Center, with satellite campuses in Center City, Ambler, Fort Washington, and Harrisburg. Its Fox School of Business was established in 1918 and is the largest, most comprehensive business school in the greater Philadelphia region, and among the largest in the world with nearly 6,500 students, 175 full-time faculty and more than 59,000 alumni. Foxs Undergraduate Business Program is ranked in the top 55 in the U.S. while its International Business Undergraduate Programs are within the top 10 of the nation, according to US News & World Report. Shapiros Philadelphia office began tapping into this rich recruiting resource approximately 14 years ago to fill internship opportunities for current students and full-time positions for new graduates.

Marina Tasiopoulos, who is now the Regional Manager for the companys New York and Philadelphia offices, was one of the first Temple students to join Shapiro, back in 1997. On average, Shapiro hosts two or three Temple student interns a semester, several of whom have stayed on after graduation to become full-time employees. The company currently has three other Temple graduates in import and management positions within its Philadelphia branch, in addition to three student interns.

This partnership has steadily developed over the years due to close collaboration between Richard Lucas, Shapiros Recruiting Manager, and Gloria Angel, Foxs Assistant Director of International Programs (CIBER), plus Megan Panaccio, Director – Corporate Relations Center for Student Professional Development (CSPD). Recently, Lucas presented at an International Business Association meeting to give students a clear picture of what employers are looking for and a realistic perspective on day-to-day operations. Fox students know the real world, Lucas says. Theyve worked. Theyve held internships. They already understand customer service. Theyve already adapted to working under the pressure of real-world transactions.

Not everyone is built for the logistics industry, however. Shapiro consistently looks to build the bench, its future generation, by finding people that can handle the challenges of this ever-changing, dynamic industry and thrive. Our employees master some of the most complex transactions in the world: United States imports and exports, Lucas said. If you are fascinated by international business how companies are run, how regulations influence trade, how commodities are actually moved if youre excited by global trade, international supply chain logistics, ocean cargo, airlines and trucks, youll fit in at Samuel Shapiro & Company, Inc. And, so far, Fox students have been fitting quite well.

Samuel Shapiro & Company, Inc. has been serving the international trade community since 1915. It was founded in Baltimore, MD (headquarters) and has branch offices in Charleston, SC; Dulles, VA; Philadelphia, PA; Atlanta, GA; and Rosedale, NY. Its mission is to achieve, manage and deliver the highest quality of personalized customer service in global transportation and regulatory compliance. For more information, visit http://www.shapiro.com.

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Miami Beach, Florida (PRWEB) April 05, 2012

Without question, Miami is one of the most popular destinations in the world. Both U.S. and international visitors love its warm weather, sandy beaches, and unique multicultural atmosphere, as well as its fine restaurants, exciting nightclubs and cultural attractions.

At the heart of this unique global destination is South Beach, a celebrated community known for its fabulous celebrities, outdoor cafes and shops, historic Art Deco architecture and hidden treasures for visitors.

Now, a lavishly illustrated landmark book puts it all at your fingertips. SOUTH BEACH: Stories of a Renaissance authored by Charles J. Kropke and Eleanor Goldstein chronicles the booms and the busts, the heroes and villains, and the builders and civic leaders who turned Miami Beach into one of the travel worlds most remarkable success stories.

In its first year of publication, the locally written, photographed and illustrated souvenir edition ($ 49.95) has won rave reviews from booksellers, readers and civic organizations.

Recently, the Miami Beach Design Preservation League selected South Beach: Stories of a Renaissance as its feature book for MDPL Reads, a community reading program. The coffee table souvenir book was also featured during Art Deco Weekend, an annual event organized by the league that draws hundreds of thousands of visitors to Ocean Drive, Collins Avenue, Lincoln Road and the other storied streets of South Beach.

The book is a treasure trove of stories, photos and original artwork that brings South Beach to life, says Goldstein, noting it took more than two years of interviews and research to create the book. We have featured the people who transformed the empty, mosquito infested island of the early 1900s into the most recognized international resort in the world.

For South Beach: Stories of a Renaissance, Kropke interviewed nearly 50 influential leaders of South Beach, and their stories fill the 244-page hardcover book. South Florida painter Joe Davis created a beautiful teal and yellow cover that represents the Art Deco spirit of South Beach, as well as four fold-out original illustrations of key South Beach locales. The books 150-full-color photos were taken by Davis and local photographer Petra Mason.

For example, one chapter recounts the history of Joes Stone Crab Restaurant, an iconic landmark for the past 80 years. In fact, for eight years in the early 1900s, it was the only restaurant on Miami Beach a far cry from todays smorgasbord of dining choices. Joes is in its fourth generation of family ownership, serving 2,000 pounds of stone crabs every day during the peak of the season.

A few blocks away, Browns Hotel, the first hotel on South Beach, is still open nearly 100 years after it was built from solid Dade County pine. A modest building on the west side of Ocean Drive, Browns Hotel now features the upscale Prime 112 restaurant and Prime Hotel.

On the cultural side, South Beach: Stories of a Renaissance features local landmarks like the Holocaust Memorial, the Colony Theater, the Jewish Museum of Florida, and Books & Books, an independent bookseller on the citys famous Lincoln Road.

One of the reasons our book has taken off is that visitors appreciate the intriguing stories that bring South Beach to life, adds Kropke. Weve gotten many comments from our Facebook page that I didnt know that, or Now I want to go to South Beach. We feel passionate about South Beach and appreciate the opportunity to pass that enthusiasm to our readers around the world.

To order a copy, visit http://www.southbeachstories.com.

Dallas, Texas (PRWEB) March 30, 2012

Fatboy® USA announced today they will be part of the new Virgin Holidays Concierge Lounge at the Tropicana Hotel located in Vegas, Nevada. Located directly on the Vegas strip the new space will house operations as well as a dedicated Service Centre to assist guests while in the resort. Location is everything and the Tropicana is in the heart of it all so guests can easily walk from other nearby hotels to experience Virgin Holidays Rockstar Service and enjoy the premier casino, restaurants, and shows that the Tropicana has to offer.

The Virgin Holidays Concierge Lounge is furnished with sleek modern decor including an intimate Fatboy® avenue seating area for guests to lounge and utilize the free internet access. In addition to the exceptional environment, guests can take advantage of Personal Holiday planning with a local Concierge team member to organize their ultimate vacation from start to finish. This unique lounging experience is located on the Mezzanine level in the Tropicana and is open 7 days a week 9am 5pm.

Fatboy® is proud to add the Virgin Holidays Concierge Lounge to our family of exclusive lounges, said President of Fatboy® USA, Paula Masters. Its unique and original concept makes it a destination for savvy travelers and families looking for a special experience. Clearly we are a perfect fit for each other because Fatboy® aligns with Virgin Holidays commitment to providing innovative and unparalleled lounging experiences.

The new lounge is another example of how the Virgin Holidays brand caters to their customers, differentiating them from their competitors and delivering the brilliant, innovative customer service that Virgin Holidays is known for.

This is something we have been working towards for a long time said Kevin Kasunic Project Manager with Virgin Holidays. The New Tropicana fits perfectly with our brand as both offer innovative and trendy products. We wanted to furnish the space with trendy products as well so we teamed up with Fatboy® again for the third time. The Fatboy® Second Avenues offer a unique lounge feel and can be configured to any space.

About Fatboy®

Fatboy® is an imaginative lifestyle brand that excels in thinking outside the box. The Dutch company has been challenging the concepts of lifestyle product since 2002, when it set out to create the perfect lounge chair designed for fashion, for comfort, and tailored for an unmatched lounging experience. Today, Fatboy® brings energizing comfort and smiles to people in over sixty countries worldwide with a growing line of lifestyle products all designed in the name of a wonderfuller life. Wrap yourself in the Fatboy® brand experience and share the legacy by visiting http://www.fatboyusa.com and http://www.facebook.com/FatboyUSA.

About Virgin Holidays

Virgin Holidays is the UK’s leading long haul holiday company and its product range covers the USA, Caribbean, Africa, the Middle and Far East, the Indian Ocean and Australasia. As one of the top travel companies in the UK, Virgin Holidays strives to deliver amazing holiday experiences to all customers. Formed in 1985 following the creation of Virgin Atlantic, and built on the Virgin principles of excellent customer service, high quality and value for money, Virgin Holidays offers maximum convenience and flexibility with an emphasis on fun, excitement and innovation. The company introduced the concept of ‘rockstar service’ in 2010 to describe the kind of exceptional customer service and exclusive experiences that are only available to those who book with Virgin Holidays, including the v-room at London Gatwick (opened in 2008), ‘check in, chill out’ and dedicated hotel concierge lounges across the world. For more information, please visit virginholidays.co.uk

Playa del Carmen, Mexico (PRWEB) March 14, 2012

The restaurants at Grand Velas Riviera Maya and Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit compete with the best restaurants in Mexico, if not the world. Not willing to be categorized with other all-inclusive resorts (where cuisine is so often an afterthought), Grand Velas has created individualistic restaurants with the goal of each becoming the best in its respective genre, able to compete head-to-head with top luxury resorts’ and independent world-class restaurants.

Our restaurants are comparable to the finest free-standing restaurants in any of the worlds leading culinary capitals, assures Patrick Louis, corporate executive chef and F&B director at Grand Velas. (FYI: During his culinary apprenticeship at three-star Michelin restaurant Le Gavroche in London, Louis manned the kitchen with a young Marco Pierre White now one of Englands most revered chefs as well as Gordon Ramsay before they all moved their own way.)

Each of the fine-dining restaurants at the AAA five-diamond resort in Playa del Carmen, for example, cost between $ 1 million and $ 3 million to design and build, and each is staffed with talented and acclaimed chefs with experiences in some of the finest kitchens around the world. For resort guests, meals and beverages (always top shelf) at any and all of these restaurants are always included in the daily rate. The exceptional lineup includes Piaf (French haute cuisine), Cocina de Autor (modernist/molecular), Frida (contemporary Mexican), Lucca (Northern Italian), Chaká (Mexican regional cuisine), Sen Lin (Asian), Bistro (casual French) and Azul (classical Mexican and international). Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit operates slightly different versions of Piaf, Frida and Lucca, but the concepts are the same.

The Riviera Mayas Cocina de Autor showcases the cutting-edge cuisine of celebrity chefs Bruno Oteiza and Mikel Alonso, owners of the famed restaurant Biko in Mexico City. The two Spanish-born chefs trained under Spains legendary Juan Mari Arzak, and along with their own rising-star chef de cuisine, Mexico-native Xavier Pérez Stone, the team has created one of the most avant-garde restaurants in the country, blending the renegade spirit of the Spanish Basque Country with the flavors and finest local products from the Riviera Maya and elsewhere in Mexico. An amuse-bouche, say, might arrive as a spherification of gazpacho or perhaps a pickled Riviera Maya sardine balanced atop a fried tortilla chip.

Frida, the resorts destination Mexican restaurant, serves modern Mexican fare in an elegant indoor/outdoor setting with a bougainvillea-covered terrace overlooking the beach. A roving mixologist visits every table with a top-shelf tequila trolley, concocting a variety of seasonal margaritas, from the classic Cadillac to a more avant-garde coconut version served straight-up in a chilled flute, rimmed with toasted coconut.

And at Piaf, native Frenchman Michel Mustiere serves foie gras, escargot, black truffles, duck confit, and pillowy soufflés in a cabaret-inspired dining room awash with Swarovsky crystals and red velveta lavish ode to the great, late singer/actress from whom the restaurant borrows its name.

Additionally, Velas Resorts has teamed with Tres Generaciones Tequila and luxury spa brand Natura Bissé offering a series of sensory culinary experiences that combine haute cuisine, the finest tequila, ambient music and the aromas of natural essences. Lead by the resorts sommelier and spa staff, along with highly regarded guest chefs, guests will participate in four-course dinners that deliver full-sensory experiences encompassing the unique flavors, aromas, music and visuals of Mexico.

About Grand Velas Riviera Maya:

The AAA Five Diamond Grand Velas Riviera Maya, an all-suites and spa resort located five minutes from Playa del Carmen, is the latest and most sophisticated iteration of the ultra-luxury, all-inclusive resort experience. This Leading Hotels of the World designated resort is the preeminent one of its class boasting 491 suites, each more than 1,000 square-feet, in three separate ambiances– premium ocean-front Grand Class Suites with terrace plunge pools for families with children 12 and up, family-friendly ocean-view Ambassador Suites and Zen Grand Suites embraced by the flora and fauna of the Yucatan Peninsulas jungle. The resort presents a gastronomic tour of the Yucatan, Europe and Asia offering seven restaurants with world-class chefs from France, Spain and Mexico; dedicated butler service for each guest, and the regions largest spa sanctuary at over 89,000 square-feet specializing in signature treatments inspired by ancient cultures from around the world. The spa was named Best Spa” in the world by Virtuoso and also earned a SpaFinder Readers Choice Award. The resort was designed by lauded Mexican architecture firm Elias and Elias and features the sleek and modish interiors that fuse the serenity of the Caribbean with the vibrancy of Yucatan cultures.

About Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit:

Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit, an all-suites and spa resort located just 15 minutes north of Puerto Vallarta on Banderas Bay, is a member of The Leading Hotels of the World and a recipient of the AAA Five-Diamond Award. The resort features 267 spacious ocean-view suites. The crown jewel of the resort and a member of Leading Spas of the World, the Spa at Grand Velas features 20 treatment rooms, over 60 spa treatments, gym and exercise room, spa boutique and beauty salon. The family-friendly resort also offers tiered three-temperature infinity pools, tennis court, 25,321 total sq feet of meeting space and a Kids Club. Nearby are championship golf courses, numerous options for soft adventure, and the charming town of Puerto Vallarta with its many shops, art galleries and nightlife.

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London, UK (PRWEB) March 07, 2012

Wireless sensor network (WSN) is a wireless network consisting of spatially distributed autonomous devices using sensors to cooperatively monitor physical or environmental conditions, such as temperature, sound, vibration, pressure, motion or pollutants, at different locations. The development of new technologies is moving WSN into new areas of application. Bluetooth low energy, ZigBee green power, Wi-Fi direct and EnOcean technologies will drive growth into such areas as medical devices, healthcare, automotives, energy efficient buildings, sports and agriculture.

New research report Wireless Sensor Networks Market to 2016 – Energy Harvesting Techniques to Create New Opportunities developed by GBI Research has been recently published by Market Publishers Ltd.

Report Details:

Title: Wireless Sensor Networks Market to 2016 – Energy Harvesting Techniques to Create New Opportunities

Published: March, 2012

Pages: 57

Price: US$ 3,500

http://marketpublishers.com/report/technologies_electronics/semiconductors/wireless_sensor_networks_market_to_2016_energy_harvesting_techniques_to_create_new_opportunities.html

The research report provides in-depth analysis of the market opportunities in the global wireless sensor networks industry.

Report Scope:

    market size of chipsets for WSN in terms of sales volume historical (2008-2011) an forecast (2012-2016) data;
    key players for the year 2011;
    market size of IEEE 802.15.4, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth chipsets for WSN in terms of sales volume – historical (2008-2011) and forecast (2012-2016) data;
    coverage of market for key regions such as Asia Pacific, Europe and North America;
    overview of market for key applications, including home automation, industrial automation, building automation and smart metering;
    comprehensive profiles of leading companies;
    Porters five forces analysis.

Companies mentioned in the report include: SmartLabs Inc., Zensys, Freescale, Texas Instruments, Ember, CSR, Qualcomm Atheros, Dust Networks, and MicroStrain Inc.

Report Contents:

1 Table of Contents

1.1 List of Tables

1.2 List of Figures

2 Introduction

2.1 GBI Research Report Guidance

3 Wireless Sensor Networks Market

3.1 Overview

3.2 Wireless Sensor Network Topologies

3.2.1 Mesh Network

3.2.2 Star Network

3.2.3 Tree Network

3.3 Components Used in Wireless Sensor Networks

4 Standards and Technologies

4.1 IEEE 802.15.4 Standard

4.1.1 ZigBee

4.1.2 Wireless HART

4.1.3 6LoWPAN and ISA 100

4.2 IEEE 802.11 (Wi-Fi)

4.3 Bluetooth Low Energy

4.4 Wavenis

4.5 Z-Wave

4.6 Insteon

4.7 DECT ULE

4.8 EnOceans Energy Harvesting Wireless Sensor Technology

4.9 Comparison of Wireless Sensor Network Technologies

5 Wireless Sensor Networks Market – Key Dynamics

5.1 Wireless Sensor Networks – Key Market Drivers

5.1.1 Benefits Offered by WSN over Wired Networks

5.1.2 Emerging Technologies Help Penetration of Wireless Sensor Networks into New Applications

5.1.3 Energy Harvesting Technology

5.2 Wireless Sensor Networks – Key Market Restraint

5.2.1 No Leading Standard Delays Adoption of WSNs

5.3 Wireless Sensor Networks – Key Market Challenges

5.3.1 Reliability, Interference and Security Concerns are the Key Challenges

5.3.2 Robustness and Scalability in WSNs

5.3.3 Standard for Data Format

5.4 Wireless Sensor Networks – Key Future Trends

5.4.1 WSNs to Monitor Radiation Levels

5.4.2 Smart Parking Through WSNs

6 Wireless Sensor Networks, Porters Five Forces Analysis

6.1 Component Manufacturers, Wireless Sensor Networks, Porters Five Forces Analysis

6.2 Chipset Manufacturers, Wireless Sensor Networks, Porters Five Forces Analysis

6.3 Network Manufacturers, Wireless Sensor Networks, Porters Five Forces Analysis

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More new studies by the publisher can be found at GBI Research page.

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Cabo San Lucas, Mexico (PRWEB) February 23, 2012

Partnering with real estate sales and marketing firm Paradigm Real Estate Solutions, Hacienda Beach Club and Residences has achieved tremendous sales success with over $ 11 Million in luxury homes sales in 2012. Through their exclusive First Steps to the Beach program, home buyers are able to save up to 48% on a limited offering of Cabo San Lucas homes, complete with stunning ocean, marina and mountain views. Also, the next homebuyer at Hacienda may qualify to receive a designer furnishings package valued up to $ 175,000 depending on unit selected. Visitors to the resort may also qualify to receive credits for resort accommodations and airfare. Those who contact Hacienda and schedule a tour may also be eligible for a $ 120 spa or restaurant certificate.* See homes for sale at Hacienda.

Our buyers are recognizing the incredible and value proposition offered at Hacienda with our promotional pricing as evidenced by our strong sales in 2012 says Michael Carreno, President | COO of Paradigm Real Estate Solutions. The secluded and exclusive feel to this property while nestled in the heart of outdoor activities, night life and shopping has provided appeal to all considering Hacienda.”

Perched on a quarter mile of Cabos Medano Beach, Hacienda overlooks the iconic rock formations of Lands End and offers an unparalleled getaway experience. Hacienda Beach Club and Residences boasts a variety of real estate options including one, two, three, and four bedroom homes with modern luxury conveniences, artisan finishes, and thoughtfully designed, spacious floorplans. Hacienda offers a unique opportunity to own or rent a Cabo San Lucas beachfront home with resort amenities including a state-of-the-art fitness center, a restaurant and bar, a kids club, beach activities, and a full-service spa.

For floorplans, galleries, and more information about Hacienda Beach Club and Residences visit http://www.HaciendaCaboSanLucas.com or call US 800.670.0310 or MX 624.173.9100 to speak with a Sales Concierge.

*The prices, plans, and availability shown are subject to change without notice. All pictures, photographs and images are owned or licensed by Hacienda Beach Club and Residences and its affiliates. Any use, reproduction or distribution of pictures, photographs and images without written permission is expressly prohibited. Promotions are subject to qualifying criteria.

About Hacienda Beach Club and Residences

Fifty years ago the Hacienda Hotel played host to the likes of Bing Crosby, Desi Arnaz, John Wayne, and Raquel Welch, among many others. Today, that glorious setting has been transformed into Cabos most irresistible residential enclave. For more information visit http://www.HaciendaCaboSanLucas.com.

About Paradigm Real Estate Solutions

Paradigm Real Estate Solutions, Marketing Consultant to Hacienda Beach Club and Resorts, is a full service national Real Estate Sales and Marketing firm leveraging its proprietary technology platform Marketing Success Portal® to deliver the next generation of real estate solutions for homebuilders, developers and financial institutions. Paradigm Real Estate Solutions’ provides market research, proprietary web based technology and internet-centric methods. For more information visit http://www.ParadigmIntel.com.

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Nashville, Tenn (PRWEB) February 14, 2012

International Scholarship and Tuition Services, Inc. (ISTS) has selected four nonprofit organizations, including two Middle Tennessee-based charities, as 2012 Starfish Campaign recipients.

This year, ISTS will provide financial support to Ronald McDonald House Charities(Oak Brook, IL), To Write Love On Her Arms (Melbourne, FL), Happy Tales Humane (Franklin, TN) and the Tennessee Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence (Nashville, TN).

In 2010, ISTS President and CEO Becky Sharpe launched the Starfish Campaign to support ISTS mission of “Giving Back on a corporate level and encourage her staff to give back individually.

Sharpe said the idea for the Starfish Campaign originated from a story she heard about a young boy who was desperately trying to save hundreds of starfish that had washed up on the shore by throwing them back into the ocean, one at a time. In the story, a man approaches the boy and says, You cant possibly help all these starfish! The boy replied, No, but I can help this one.

We must not allow ourselves to be overwhelmed by the neediness of the world. Instead of doing nothing at all, we choose to be proactive and help in any way we can big or small, Sharpe said. People are energized by the opportunity to connect with a charity or organization that holds personal significance. We bring attention to these groups and it does have an impact.

Previous Starfish Campaign recipients include the American Cancer Society, Nashville Rescue Mission, Mercy Childrens Clinic and The Compassionate Friends Nashville.

Throughout the year ISTS staff members and their families give back to the community in other ways, such as volunteering at local food banks and joining fundraising efforts for various causes like the American Heart Associations Start! HeartWalk.

ISTS President & CEO Becky Sharpe is available to comment on the importance of cultivating a corporate environment that supports state and local organizations.

About International Scholarship and Tuition Services, Inc.

Founded in 1985, International Scholarship and Tuition Services, Inc. provides comprehensive scholarship, grant and tuition program management services for corporations, foundations, associations, unions and trusts worldwide. For more information about ISTS, visit http://www.applyISTS.com.

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Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) February 02, 2012

Supermodels Katie Cleary and Joanna Krupa are requesting and challenging the Kardashian family to remove all fur from their high-end clothing store, “DASH, as well as their clothing line, Kardashian Kollection.

The request is being made via the online petition website, http://www.thepetitionsite.com/28/Stop-Selling-Fur-Kardashians/, where Cleary and Krupa have set a goal to obtain 10,000 signatures of support. Although a number of similar requests have been made by various animal rights organizations, Cleary and Krupa expect to significantly exceed their goal and present the petition in person at the DASH store in Calabasas and challenge them to take a stand for animal rights!

Katie Cleary is a known animal rights activist, supermodel and actress. Katie helped in passing the ban of the sale of fur in West Hollywood which is taking effect in early 2012. Katie is perhaps best know for her four years on NBC’s hit game show, Deal or No Deal. She has also made numerous television and film appearances including NBC’s Chuck, CSI: New York, CMTs Working Class, Americas Next Top Model, and much more. Katie was also named one of People Magazines 100 most beautiful people and has graced numerous magazines covers. Cleary has raised tens of thousands of dollars for organizations such as the SPCALA and The Wildlife Way Station and last August founded and produced the charity event Diamonds Not Fur, hosted by Betty White.

Joanna Krupa has graced the covers of over 120 national and international fashion and lifestyle magazines including GQ, ESQUIRE, MAXIM, FHM, OCEAN DRIVE, Inside Sport, GLAMOUR and Shape. She was named the Sexiest Swimsuit Model in the World and sexiest woman in the world by magazines around the globe and has appeared already three times in the US Maxim Hot 100 list . She has also made a number of TV and film appearances including Dancing With the Stars and hit TV series such as Vegas and CSI. Krupa is also a TV host in Poland where she is being praised for her success with the TV show Poland’s Next Top Model (now going into 3rd season).

Videos that can be found on any number of animal advocacy websites exhibit the inhumane treatment that animals experience when their fur is removed. According to articles on the PETA website, often times, the animals have not completely died before the fur is torn from their bodies and the animals are forced to endure the excruciating pain. The stark reality is that much of the fur currently purchased in the US is imported from China and Russia, where no regulations are placed on the fur trade. As a result of the lack of regulations on international fur trade, it is not uncommon for fur labeled as fox or mink, originating from Asia, to be actually that of cat or dog. (Source: http://www.peta.org/issues/animals-used-for-clothing/chinese-fur-industry.aspx)

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