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Linor Technology, Inc. (Linortek), a research and development company that designs and builds controllers for the Internet of Things (IoT), announces an all-in-one solution to the Netbell® product line. This latest system combines Netbell's TCP/IP platform, built-in web server, web-based event scheduling software with high-quality multi-tone break buzzer into one easy-to-install, compact unit for custom sounds alarms.

The economic recovery has arrived and is in full swing. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the total number of individuals filing for unemployment benefits has plummeted to the lowest level in more than four decades. In addition, private employers have added jobs to the workforce for seven straight years in a row.

Rachel Kendall, broker and team leader of The Rachel Kendall Team of Keller Williams Realty, a full-service real estate firm, has announced that Angie Cole has joined the organization as a buyer’s specialist. In her position, Cole will assist clients with the home buying process by posting company listings online for review, setting appointments to show properties and conduct home inspections, assisting in completing necessary paperwork during closings, and providing support as needed for an efficient sales process. Cole has more than four years of real estate experience, including working in new home construction for private and nationally ranked production builders before entering general brokerage, and finishing among the top 1 percent of Pulte Sales. Cole will be featured in 2012 on an episode of HGTV’s House Hunters series.

AdvantaClean, a nationwide franchise company specializing in emergency water removal, air duct cleaning, and mold remediation, has earned a spot in Entrepreneur magazine’s 2012 Franchise 500, its annual ranking of America's top franchise opportunities. AdvantaClean’s ranking is number 257 overall, the company’s second appearance on the list, up from number 291 in 2011.

Fuentek, LLC, a local technology consulting firm that provides intellectual property (IP) management and technology transfer services, has announced that Laura A. Schoppe, president of the firm, has earned a certification from the Alliance of Technology Transfer Professionals (ATTP), the international body for professionals engaged in technology transfer. By instituting a certification process for its member professionals, ATTP has established a uniform means of practice, standards and accreditation.

Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality, has announced that several of its restaurants in the Triangle and Fayetteville, including the Red Room Tapas Lounge, Tribeca Tavern, The Twisted Fork and The Mash House, are offering special menus for New Year’s Eve dining on Saturday, Dec. 31. The featured items by each restaurant include:

Four-Year Baccalaureate University Supports Raleigh Winterfest, Annual Meeting And Downtown Achievement Awards Program For Nonprofit Organization

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Patty Briguglio, president of MMI Public Relations, a Raleigh-based full-service public relations firm, has announced that the firm has received a 2011 MarCom Gold Award from the Association of Marketing and Communication Professionals in the communications and public relations category for the firm’s execution of a press conference for Lenovo. In the press conference, which was attended by North Carolina governor Bev Perdue, Lenovo announced the company’s new agreement with ACS, a Xerox Company, which created 300 jobs in the state.

The Chef’s Academy, the Culinary Division of Harrison College, a 108-year-old, nationally accredited institution that offers more than 30 degree programs in five schools of study, has announced that Eric Gephart, lead instructor for The Chef’s Academy, was awarded for Best Presentation at the 2011 Wilmington Epicurean Evening. The event, which was held at the Wilmington Convention Center in September, raised funds for the Methodist Home for Children, an organization that educates parents and caregivers on how to eradicate social problems that lead to child abuse, neglect and abandonment. Participants, including Gephart, provided samples of food and drink to more than 400 attendees.

Bruce Clarke, president and CEO of CAI, a human resource management firm that helps organizations maximize employee engagement while minimizing employer liability, has announced the company’s January 2012 schedule of training and development seminars. All courses will be held at CAI’s Raleigh location at 2900 Highwoods Blvd., unless otherwise noted.

Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality, has announced that The Red Room Tapas Lounge will host a special New Year’s Eve celebration on Saturday, Dec. 31, with a dinner package that includes a four-course meal, champagne toast and party favors as the restaurant marks its closing night. Located at 510 Glenwood Ave., The Red Room Tapas Lounge will offer a farewell menu that includes shrimp ceviche for an appetizer; choice of lobster and arugula salad or crispy duck confit salad; entrées including grilled filet mignon, pan seared scallops and crab stuffed flounder; and desserts including chocolate hazelnut cheesecake and lemon poppyseed pound cake.

Bill Horne, CEO of Laser Spine Institute, the leader in endoscopic spine surgery, has announced that Clint Borm, director of physician relations, has been named a finalist for the Business Buddies Tampa Best in Business Awards in the category of Young Professional of the Year. Business Buddies Tampa is a network of professionals in Tampa Bay supporting Best Buddies, a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Business Buddies Tampa hosted its 2nd Annual Holiday Ball featuring the Best in Business Awards on Dec. 8 at the Mainsail Tampa Suites Hotel, located at 5108 Eisenhower Blvd. The annual Holiday Ball provided the opportunity to give back to the community while visiting with friends, colleagues and neighbors and celebrating the accomplishments of the finalists. Attendees enjoyed live entertainment, dinner, dancing and the presentation of the Best in Business Awards.

Rocky Top Hospitality Restaurant Features $20 Bottomless Beer Glasses For All Of Its Drafts On Last Night Of 2011, Deal With The Red Room Tapas Lounge As Well

Mims Distributing Company, a beer distributor that services a nine-county area in and around the Triangle, has announced the release of a podcast about responsible drinking. The podcast features Chip Mims, CEO of the company, who explains what responsible drinking means and why it is so important to drink moderately. He offers advice for individuals whose designated driver has had too much to drink as well as tips for party hosts who want to ensure that their guests get home safely.

Local Church’s CARE Ministry Team Recognized With Commissioners Community Circle Award For Outreach Efforts

Bill Horne, CEO of Laser Spine Institute, the leader in endoscopic spine surgery, has announced the company’s January 2012 schedule of medical seminars. The complimentary series of educational presentations will explore how endoscopic, laser-assisted procedures are used to treat chronic back and neck pain through the utilization of minimally invasive spine surgery. Participants are encouraged to bring MRIs or CT scans to be reviewed by physicians who can offer specific treatment options and advice.

Holiday Celebration Gives Southeast Raleigh Parents A Hand Up In Making Christmas Special For More Than 165 Children

Coldwell Banker Commercial TradeMark Properties has announced that the firm’s CEO, Billie Redmond, recently spoke at events for the Credit Suisse Veterans Network and Girl Scouts - North Carolina Coastal Pines. The Credit Suisse Veterans Network, a group invested in the community engagement of military members and their families, invited Redmond to speak at an event on Oct. 20 at the Credit Suisse campus in Morrisville, N.C., about how business and social leadership is imperative to the development and success of local communities. She was also the keynote speaker at Girl Scouts - North Carolina Coastal Pines’ “Cookie University,” an entrepreneurship-focused event on Nov. 12 at NC State’s McKimmon Center for Extension and Continuing Education in Raleigh, attended by more than 350 active Girl Scouts. Redmond spoke on successful women in sales and encouraged attendees to grow in their leadership capabilities.

Patty Briguglio, president of MMI Public Relations, a Raleigh-based full-service public relations firm, has announced that the firm was named a finalist in the Stevie Awards for Women In Business competition in the communications and public relations category. MMI Public Relations was named a finalist for efforts in a campaign for the Stanly County (N.C.) Board of Commissioners and Yadkin Riverkeeper, Inc., in order to raise awareness on the environmental dangers posed to the Yadkin River by aluminum manufacturer Alcoa. As part of the public relations campaign, Yadkin Riverkeeper Inc. enlisted the firm to involve international environmental activist Erin Brockovich in the cause.

William Peace University, a private four-year university located in downtown Raleigh, has announced that Kathleen A. Monroe has been named assistant director of career services, where she will be responsible for assisting students with career exploration, intern possibilities and searches for employment or graduate school opportunities. With more than four years of higher education experience, Monroe will teach students how to network, articulate their strengths during interviews, write resumes and manage conflict in the workplace. Other duties will include visiting internship sites to strengthen their partnership with William Peace University, developing relationships with new sites to offer more opportunities to students, hosting job fairs for students and planning events such as Career Connections, a networking activity.

Annette Taylor, executive director of the NC Center for Women in Public Service (NCCWPS), a nonpartisan organization that prepares women for elected and appointed offices statewide, has announced that the center recently hosted Eisenhower Fellow Ms. Oyungerel Tsedevdamba, president of the Democratic Women’s Union of Mongolia, a 65,000 member organization that seeks to promote women’s political engagement. As part of her six-week visit to the United States to research issues relating to women’s rights, political participation and leadership, Tsedevdamba spoke with NCCWPS about their political training programs for women, as well as North Carolina campaign finance and fundraising practices.

Maintec Technologies, a provider of Mainframe Managed Services, today announced “Mainframe on Demand” service for technology training companies, development firms and production clients with short or long-term Mainframe infrastructure requirements. The new service will be available in “pay as you go” model, thereby offering more flexibility to the customers in terms of cost and capacity planning.

Full-Service Real Estate Firm In Raleigh Raises Funds For Foundation Searching For A Cure For Type 1 Diabetes Through Percentage Of Agents’ Home Closings

North Carolina’s Fastest Growing Internet Marketing Company on the 2011 Inc. 500 List Looks to Continue Significant Growth in the Upcoming Year.

The Dune Dogs, which consists of area executives playing “country-fried swamp ‘n’ roll music,” will perform Thursday, Dec. 22 at Southland Ballroom, located at 614 N. West St. in the Glenwood South neighborhood of downtown Raleigh. The Dune Dogs will share the stage with Woodward South, a local classic rock band. Doors open at 7 p.m. and performances begin at 8 p.m. Tickets are $8 in advance, $10 at the door and an additional $3 for guests under 21.

Ralph J. DiLeone, managing partner at The DiLeone Law Group, P.C., has announced the release of a podcast on how employers should handle employee terminations. In the podcast, DiLeone discusses the steps employers should take for legal protection in the case of employee terminations, the difference between a termination and layoff, and the necessary documentation companies should have on hand for both cases if challenged by a dismissed employee.