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AgEye Technologies, provider of AI-powered IoT sensors and predictive analytics for indoor farming, today announced that Chief Science Officer, Dr. Shivangi Arvind, has been recognized by LEDs Magazine as one of the "40 under 40" young professionals who are taking an active role in advancing LED technologies and SSL applications.

Blue Gas Marine, Inc. and Dusky Marine partner to introduce natural gas fuel options to the sport fishing boat market. A Dusky Marine 252 featuring the award winning Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) fuel-system technology from Blue Gas Marine, Inc. powering its Suzuki outboard motor will be on display at the Miami International Boat Show, Pier 1/Slip 137 February 11-15th for sea trials. This is the first factory built boat designed from the ground-up to seamlessly integrate the fuel system for the sport fishing market, while maximizing range.

Event also celebrates the Raleigh-based nonprofit’s new headquarters and 12 years of helping Americans become debt-free

Cherry, Bekaert & Holland, L.L.P (CB&H) has received the Standing Ovation 2010 MetroBravo! award in the category of Professional Services – Accounting Firms by Metro Magazine. The MetroBravo! awards are voted on by readers of Metro Magazine and are based on customer service, popularity and overall experience.

The Triangle Technology Executives Council, a nonprofit organization dedicated to continuous education and economic development of technology companies in the Research Triangle region of North Carolina, has announced the recipients of its 2010 TTEC Scholarship. Peter Phillips, who is pursuing an MBA degree at Kenan-Flagler Business School in Chapel Hill, won the first place award of $6,000 for his performance at Bank of America, where he developed assessment Payment Card Industry (PCI) Compliance. R. Winslow Dalpe, currently studying at North Carolina State University, was awarded the second place prize of $4,000 for his work at Motorola, where he developed a software diagnostic tool for use by Motorola support technicians.

Nancy McFarlane, president of MedPro Rx, Inc., a provider of specialty pharmacy services to clients with chronic illnesses who need clotting factor, IVIg and other medication, has announced that MedPro Rx has been recognized by Triangle Business Journal as one of the top women-owned businesses in the Triangle. Triangle Business Journal also recognized MedPro Rx as the fastest-growing, privately-held company in the Triangle in 2008 and the 5th fastest-growing, privately-held company in the Triangle in 2009.

Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality, has announced that Tribeca Tavern has won Best Outdoor Dining and Best Burger in Raleigh by Best of CitySearch 2010. Tribeca Tavern was also a finalist in the Best Restaurant category. The contest runs nationwide throughout the year and winners are determined by consumer votes.

Longistics, a full-service provider of global logistics solutions, has announced that it recently hosted a luncheon at the North Carolina China Center in honor of Suzhou Industrial Park (SIP) business leaders. Honored guests included Yanyan Sun, vice chairman of SIP, Cindy Yin, deputy director of the SIP Investment Promotion Bureau, Jenny Zhong, chief of Euro-American division of the SIP Investment Promotion Bureau, and Charles Liu, project manager for the SIP Investment Promotion Bureau. Other guests were from the U.S. Department of Commerce, the Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce, members of N.C. Governor Bev Perdue’s China Advisory Council, various North Carolina businesses and guests from the UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School.

Sandy Abalos, managing partner of Abalos & Associates, PLLC, has announced that the firm will sponsor the Arizona Small Business Association’s (http://www.asba.com) mixer on Thursday, Oct. 28 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Arizona Historical Society, located at 1300 N. College Ave. in Tempe, Ariz. ASBA holds a monthly mixer, designed to give members an opportunity to build their professional network in a comfortable, relaxed atmosphere and great B-to-B networking environment. To register for the mixer, visit http://bit.ly/dcAigu.

Businesswomen intent on success will now have the tools for complete success at the Style & Mindset seminar on NOVEMBER 12, 2010. The day-long seminar at the Cardinal Club in Raleigh, NC will provide training in fashion, self-image, life coaching and meditation. The event is hosted by Leslie Flowers Enterprises Inc.

Theresa Clark, president of the Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS (RRAR) (http://www.rrar.com), has announced that the Association’s Community Service Committee has recently received a monetary donation from Stacey Anfindsen, secretary and treasurer at RRAR. The donation was made in the name of Anfindsen’s father-in-law, William Anthony Price, a 50-year realtor and former REALTOR of the Year in the Augusta, Ga. market.

The Chef’s Academy, the Culinary Division of Harrison College, a 107-year-old, nationally accredited institution that offers more than 30 degree programs in five schools of study, has announced that Regional President Jayson M. Boyers will become the newest member of the Development Committee of the Food Bank of Central and Eastern North Carolina.

Custom Sales Solutions Company Executive Will Present Executive Workshop In Washington, D.C.

A recent survey of 324 mothers who work full-time (and are also “mommy bloggers”) was conducted in September 2010 by TempleTouch thermometers. The subject of the survey was to find out what working mothers do about their jobs when their children become sick.

Patty Briguglio, president of MMI Public Relations, a Raleigh-based full-service public relations firm, has announced that the firm has been named the public relations agency of record for The Chef’s Academy, the Culinary Division of Harrison College opening in North Carolina’s Triangle in August 2011. MMI will assist The Chef’s Academy in developing and implementing a public relations campaign, including media relations, strategic planning, community relations and social media strategy.

Ralph J. DiLeone, managing partner at The DiLeone Law Group, P.C., has announced that Jim Beck has joined the firm as an associate attorney. His primary responsibilities will include business and employment law, as well as litigation. Beck has five years of experience working in the field of litigation, collections and business and construction law. He earned his juris doctor from Wake Forest School of Law in 2005.

David Chapman, founder and CEO for full service marketing and public relations firm 919 Marketing, was selected as a 2010 Mover & Shaker Award Winner by Business Leader Media. Chapman was honored along with the other Triangle community award winners at the Movers & Shakers ceremony on September 23, 2010 and will be featured in the October 2010 issue of Business Leader Magazine.

Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality, has announced that Bogart’s American Grill has been recognized by Metro Magazine as part of its annual MetroBravo Awards. The restaurant received honorable mentions for its martini selection, dance club and jazz music, and a standing ovation for its cosmopolitan. The MetroBravo Awards are voted on each year by readers of Metro Magazine and are based on customer service, popularity and overall experience. Results are announced in the magazine’s July and August issues.

The NC State Jenkins MBA program held a ribbon cutting ceremony and open house at their new Research Triangle Park (RTP) campus on Sept. 21. The RTP campus opened for classes on Aug. 18, and offers additional space for classrooms, conference rooms and academic advising, as well as upgraded instructional technology.

Jeff Graham, president of Allied Automation (www.alliedautomation.com), a full-service custom automation group that provides complete system integration of custom automation equipment, has announced its partnership with Emerald Machine Company, Inc. (www.emeraldmachine.com). Emerald Machine Company is an automated manufacturing specialist based in Moncure, N.C. The company will handle machinery sales for Allied Automation throughout the Southeastern United States.

To celebrate their one-year anniversary, Peppers Market & Sandwich Shop is hosting weekly events throughout the month of October to thank the customers who have helped make their first year so successful!

Michael G. Carlton, president of Crescent State Bank, a wholly owned subsidiary of Crescent Financial Corporation (NASDAQ Global MarketSM) has announced that Jeff W. Eddins, community banker and branch manager for Crescent State Bank’s Knightdale location, has been re-appointed to the reconvened Wake County Growth Issues Task Force. Made up of local officials and business leaders, the task force examines growth management strategies that will help Wake County balance growth and preserve the quality of life that its citizens have come to expect.

ABC 11 Eyewitness News has announced that community affairs specialist Angela Hampton will serve as Master of Ceremonies for the 2010 Women of Western Wake luncheon, hosted by Cary Magazine and sponsored by Crescent State Bank. The event will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 15 at the Umstead Hotel and Spa located at 100 Woodland Pond Drive in Cary. The luncheon will honor local professionals who are being recognized for their community involvement, professional accomplishments and overall leadership qualities.

Norwood Thompson, partner of Walthom Group, has announced that Portofino, a residential community located in Clayton, has been named the 2010 Master Planned Community of the Year by the North Carolina Home Builders Association at its annual STARS Awards event on Sept. 15. The Community of the Year is one of the event’s top honors and is judged on implementation and creativity of marketing plan, effectiveness and continuity of all marketing phases, overall quality of presentation and overall sales success.

Karen Albright, president of BodyLase Skin Spa, has announced that the spa has received a Standing Ovation MetroBravo award for best skin care products. The MetroBravo Awards, presented annually by Metro Magazine, showcase the best businesses in the Triangle, which are nominated and voted on by the magazine’s readers.

Eric Hobbs, president of Technology Associates, a full-service technology solutions and support firm specializing in network design, implementation, management and support to small to medium-sized businesses in North Carolina, has announced that the firm has been contracted by The Adcock Agency, Inc., an independent insurance agency that provides customized insurance to fit its customers’ needs. Under this agreement, The Adcock Agency has joined the Technology Associates NetAssure Service, which allows Technology Associates to proactively monitor and manage the agency’s network to prevent problems before they negatively impact the business.

The Triangle Technology Executives Council, a nonprofit organization dedicated to continuous education and economic development of technology companies in the Research Triangle region of North Carolina, will host a golf tournament scholarship fundraiser on Monday, Oct. 11, 2010 at Brier Creek Country Club, located at 9400 Club Hill Drive. Platinum-, gold- and silver-level sponsorships remain available; sponsors will select team members from the organization’s members list as well as external to TTEC. The nonprofit organization will use the fundraiser to sponsor two annual scholarships for students in the Triangle colleges, universities and technical schools who are pursuing an IT-related career. There will be an annual award of a first place scholarship of $6,000 and a second place award of $4,000, to be paid directly to the students’ educational institutions to cover tuition, room and board, and books.