The booming cry of “FINISH HIM!” echoes across the court as No. 3 sophomore Harsh “Hurricane” Podar encourages his teammate Oliver Embry to push on. It is followed by the quick WHOOSH of the racquet and another win for the University of Southern California Squash team.

Squash, an originally English game very similar to racquetball, is intense and quick; played with a blur of a ball so fast and so small, one wonders how the players can even keep track of it. Teams are made up of 9 players, the majority of which must win their individual best-of-five game matches for the entire team to advance.

Squash is new to USC and the West Coast in general. So too is the USC squash team, coming on the scene for the first time in 2004. On the cusp of their recent win at Yale in February, and third trip across country for Nationals in three years, the USC team is intent on heading higher.

USC’s team finished victorious after their self-paid trip across the country to participate in the College Squash Association’s Men’s Team Championships in New Haven, CT. Among colleges and Ivies that have held a squash roster for decades, USC’s new blood certainly brings an air of determination and confidence; which they back up with their performance. While currently seeking funding to gain a coach, they have led themselves thus far to a pretty considerable stance in the national rankings.

USC defeated Washington 5-4 on Friday, with Embry coming back in game 5 for the win. After leaving one teammate sleeping at the airport during a layover, the team had to win each game they played because of the forfeit. Next match the team (with their delayed teammate) saw a slight setback with a loss to the heavily-favored No. 2 seed Columbia. Saturday’s play brought them back on top, when USC defeated MIT by 6-3. Sunday the team again rose victorious over Vassar, 6-3, and moved up eight spots to a national ranking of 37. And they all had fun while they did it.

No. 2 junior Andrew “Iron Chef” Cook made fast work of his Vassar opponent, only letting him score once in each the last two sets. No. 7 junior Adam Gibbs was not so kind. Holding up Gibb’s score sheet with a crushing 9-0 scrawled three times across its face, Cook joked to Gibbs, “You should staple your bar bill from last night to this and hang it on your wall.”

Bringing a West Coast style to a traditionally East Coast sport, the team uses their relaxed and laidback approach to their advantage. The other teams just don’t see them coming.
Team captain as well as acting player/coach and founder Tyler “Typhoon” Kurlas leads the team in ranking as well as example. He perhaps gets his name not only for his style of play, but also for the sneak attack he brings to the court. Kurlas will commonly keep up a light banter with his opponent while warming up, relaxing them before throwing them off with a surprising intensity once play begins.

The team plays with ferocity and strategy, setting a standard of sportsmanship and dedication, while having a good time. This casual approach is one that translates to success. Though they were the exception at the banquet hall that weekend with nary a tie in the bunch, the team was still asked to stand to be recognized for their achievements.

The “quintessential Cali” demeanor of the USC team is what make them so fun to watch. Seeing them psyche out their opponents before the ball hits the floor is unique to this sport of cunning, anticipation and mind-bending guesses at what your opponent will do next. The sound of quick-footed maneuvers on rubber soles squeaks through the air as the USC players cover every inch of the court.

Bringing a relatively obscure sport to California isn’t an easy sell, but with their record and their approach to the game, the sport is gaining popularity and spreading good cheer at the same time. These guys have a good time - on and off the court, and as a result so do their fans. They maintain a positive outlook and never lose sight of their goal to take each bounce of that little ball in stride, while they blow past the competition.

The team practices on world-class courts at the Los Angeles Athletic Club downtown at 7th and Olive Street.

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TRAVELLING ROSTER 2006-2007.

1. Tyler Kurlas
2. Andrew Cook
3. Harsh Podar
4. Oliver Embry
5. Gautam Kakani
6. Digvijay Kathiwada
7. Adam Gibbs
8. Dominic Chan
9. Manik Khanna

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When you get married, things change. There is the obvious - a new spouse, a new home, a new pathway in life. But other things change also. Inevitably your social life and relationships will alter - sometimes for the better and sometimes for the worse. Friends can drift away as you focus on other parts of your life. This doesn’t have to happen - you can stop it - but it often does (and it is not necessarily a bad thing). Your interactions with other people and the social circles that you mix in will be different - you can’t alter it.

These people that are now a different focus on your life will have been part of the wedding arrangements. They will have wanted what’s best for you on you big day. It will have been a special day for them too. They, hopefully, will have enjoyed it and will remember it as long as you will. They will have gone out of their way to help you through that, at times, tiresome process of planning and arranging. They deserve your praise and your attention.

Others will love and cherish the memories they have of your day. The will feel the warmth of knowing that they have played a small part in your new life. These people do not stop being your friends just because you are married - but it sometimes takes an effort on your part to make these friendships last.

With your new life it is understandable that you will have new demands on your time, new horizons to aim for and a new direction to plan for. Your friends have lost a part of you in this process and will forgive you for your newly focused mindset. You can show them you care by keeping in contact.

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Conventional hearing aids take sounds from outside the ear, and then amplify this sound and play it back to the inner ear. There are hearing aids known as bone conduction hearing aids, these work very differently to the conventional hearing aids.

The bone conduction hearing aids collect sounds from the outside world, however these hearing aids transmit the signal to an oscillator, rather than playing the sound back to the inner ear. This oscillator vibrates against the skull, the inner ear is able to pick up the vibrations and interpret them as sound.

Conventional hearing aids are much more effective than the bone conduction hearing aids. However bone conduction hearing aids are designed for people that are unable to use the traditional forms of hearing aid. If the ear canal is blocked like in Atresia, then a regular hearing aid is next to useless, a bone conduction hearing aid however is much more useful.

If you have ear infections or eczema then you may be unable to wear conventional hearing aids, and so might need to look at using bone conduction hearing aids. If your ear canal is restricted, or narrower than normal then a bone conduction hearing aid may be required.

Bone conduction aids are perfectly suitable for children, and they are also great for people that suffer from temporary hearing loss.

Less than 1% of hearing aid wearers use bone conduction hearing aids, and so they can be difficult to track down. If you need one be sure to discuss it with your audiologist.

Bone conduction hearing aids are unable to perfectly reproduce sound, the sound is somewhat similar to the telephone.

Also the sound generated by bone conduction hearing aids is only mono, it isn’t stereo. The wearer of the hearing aid is unable to tell where the sound I actually coming from due to this.

A bone conduction hearing aid uses a headband to hold everything in place, they are occasionally uncomfortable because for them to be effective the headband must be kept tight.

When these hearing aids were new they were designed to be installed into glasses. At the time it was not common to have your lenses thinned, so it was possible to place a small device into the thick frames of the glasses, so the vibrations will be felt.

The latest bone conduction hearing aids use surgery to implant a device. This works directly onto the bone, and so is less irritating for the user. The device also needs less power to operate, and there is less distortion as a result of this.

If you are suffering from permanent hearing loss as a last resort you may want to try one of these implanted bone conduction hearing aids as a last resort.

Learn more about digital hearing aids frequency response on our site. You’ll also find other information such as bluetooth compatible hearing aids and discount hearing aids FirstHearingAids.com is a comprehensive resource for people suffering from hearing loss to get information on hearing aid options, prices and maintenance.

I like penny stocks. Over the years I’ve seen some really good returns. I’ve also had some of my more speculative plays tank. And whether a stock climbs or falls, I will give credit where credit’s due. I did my due diligence and was right or wrong OR I got really lucky.

While I take no credit for luck, I will take the pay off. I have no problem being right for the wrong reason.

The point is…the stock market is a gamble. No matter how exhaustive or flimsy your due diligence, your investing fate is in the hands of other investors.

When people ask me what I do, or who I work for, they invariably say, “Is there a real Peter Leeds?”, “Do you have any tips for me?” and, “I wish I knew the secret to the stock market.”

I respond, yes Virginia, there really is a Peter Leeds; no, I do not have any insider tips for you to trade on; and there is no recipe or secret sauce for picking penny stocks. I wish there was. I also wish I had the wisdom of hindsight…there’s a few penny stocks I wish I’d tapped into years ago.

If there is a secret to the stock market…I’m willing to guess that Warren Buffet and a few others know it. But I certainly don’t.

Maybe there is no secret except buying good companies with decent fundamentals and leveraged technology. Oh yes, and make sure to buy them when no-one else is. In a nutshell: buy wisely. Sadly, that’s not the kind of sexy advice anyone wants to hear.

Some pointers. It’s no surprise to learn that the stock markets have been on a tear lately, breaking records on the Dow day after day. This is due in part to large-cap stocks reporting strong earnings.

How does that help penny stock investors? Stocks, in large part, respond to marketing and speculation. Solid financial results from the blue-chips can create a sense of budding optimism… and that optimism can trickle down to both the mid and small-cap stocks.

To really capitalize on the sunny days, you need to remember that it’s good to buy what’s lagging or being overlooked. One oft mused investment kernel of investing wisdom is to “buy what’s low and not buy what’s high”.

Afraid of a recession? Don’t be. If a recession comes or even seems to be coming, it will lower interest rates and the stock market, and provide a great buying opportunity.

For most investors, it’s a no-brainer: buy low. If a recession gives you that chance, go for it. You make more when things are gloomy than when things are at their rosiest.

If the markets tank, that’s not the time to panic, that’s the time to buy. As one of my favorite columnists recently mused, “Buy when the boys and girls of CNBC are at their most gloomy, not when they’re cheerful. Buy on the sounds of muffled drums and mourning about the market, and hold on even when you get scared.”

Kick around the world of penny stocks long enough and you’ll learn that you…and you alone, are the recipe to your own success. We have a free society with free markets and unlimited opportunities.

So, what do you write on your penny stock recipe card? Do your due diligence, be aware, buy what’s lagging, know your limitations, and be patient. And ignore the stock tip you overheard at your office Christmas party.

A seasoned investor with a keen interest in international business and current affairs, John Whitefoot has been working alongside Peter Leeds for the last several years. With over ten years experience in the investing community, Whitefoot is devoted to uncovering the news, trends and ideas that shape penny stocks on a daily basis

Because some types of eczema are triggered by a woman’s menstrual cycle, progesterone is sometimes part of the treatment plan. Many women complain of worsening acne and water retention during the menstrual cycle, but a few actually have autoimmune progesterone dermatitis (APD) a condition in which the menstrual cycle is associated with an number of skin conditions such as urticaria, eczema and others.

In affected women, the flare-ups typically occur three to ten days prior to the menstrual flow and they generally resolve two days after menstruation begins. Women with irregular menses may not have a correlation that is this clear and that can make autoimmune progesterone eczema more difficult to diagnose.

Because of the association between the menstrual cycle and eczema, progesterone creams and supplements are often used to treat the condition. Most women prefer to use supplements and creams that contain natural forms of progesterone. The amount and type of progesterone may vary from woman to woman. The regimen is closely associated with a woman’s monthly hormonal changes.

In addition to hormonal changes, food allergies can play a big role in eczema. Women who suffer from autoimmune progesterone eczema should be very aware of foods that aggravate their condition and avoid those foods altogether two weeks before menstrual flow begins.

Women who suffer from this skin condition should be extremely diligent about keeping the skin moisturized, especially in the week preceding their period. Frequent moisturizing locks in the skin’s own moisture to prevent dryness and cracking. One of the best ways to lock in moisture is to apply moisturizers immediately after bathing. It is also important to avoid irritating the skin by using harsh soaps or body sponges.

Irritants that can aggravate eczema include soaps, bubble baths, perfumes, cosmetic, laundry detergents, household cleaners and certain types of jewelry. Avoid personal care products that contain alcohol. Wash clothes only in hypoallergenic detergents and send them through the rinse cycle twice. Women with autoimmune progesterone eczema should wear clothes made from 100 percent cotton with no synthetic fibers. Bed linens should also be made from 100 percent cotton.

Women who are taking estrogen supplements for menopause symptoms should talk with their physicians before using natural or synthetic progesterone. Progesterone creams may increase the sensitivity of your skin to estrogen receptors. If you are taking progestin, such as Provera, you should stop using it immediately when you begin using progesterone cream. Many types of hormone replacement therapy, especially prescription strength medications, may interact adversely with progesterone.

A qualified holistic practitioner can help you decide if progesterone is the best method for treating your eczema. Autoimmune progesterone eczema has been treated successfully with natural products for many years.

Learn more about atopic treatment for eczema on our site. You’ll also find other information such as causes of eczema and different types of eczema EczemaCureTreatment.com is a comprehensive resource to inform individuals suffering from ezcema about symptoms, prevention and treatment options.

Most of us are going to need to ship our bikes at one point or another. The right motorcycle shippers will lower the anxiety `level that is always high whenever we hand our bikes over to anyone. To hand them over to a guy that doesn’t really care is even harder.

One of the first things to consider when picking a motorcycle shipping service is their willingness and ability to come to your door. If the carrier can come to your house it makes the whole process easier.

The exception to this rule is if you live in a residential neighborhood where a tractor trailer does not have enough room to maneuver and turn around without creating a headache.

When the shipping company arrives, the next thing is loading the bike. The company that you want will supply a standard pallet and /or crating system.

This crating system should ensure an easy and secure shipping platform. This type of set up allows the shippers to handle uniform crates that can be stacked securely. This can translate into cheaper shipping rates and less bike damage.

Another major consideration is insurance. If you don’t want to source insurance on your own than you should give careful thought to the coverages and cost of the insurance provided by your shipper.

These coverages vary greatly in terms of deductibles and coverages of damage. By carefully reviewing the terms of these contracts you will know what is covered in the event of a problem.

Finally, consider where the bike is going to be delivered. If you are not going to be there to meet the driver, than make sure you have a clear plan with someone on the ground to receive the bike. This person should be someone you trust to look over the bike for damage and give it the ok before signing the release forms from the shipper.

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Nowadays, I have noticed that many of us are looking towards alternative therapies instead of traditional solutions for improving our health. A study in 2004 showed that 35% of American adults are obese and that figure looks like it will be climbing to alarmingly dangerous levels. Acupuncture weight loss treatment is one such solution, and in this article I intend to discuss the effectiveness of acupuncture weight loss treatments.

Believed to have originated more than 2,000 years ago in China, the ancient medical practice of acupuncture is now available all over the country. In fact, a study conducted in 2002 shows that 8.2 million adults in the United States reported to have tried acupuncture, but the question is do acupuncture weight loss treatments really work, or is acupuncture weight loss treatment yet another weight loss scam?

I believe it can be easier to lose the weight with regular acupuncture weight loss treatments, but note that said it can be easier. This does not mean that it is a one-stop solution, especially since it doesnt result in direct weight loss. Also realize that you only maintain weight loss by changing your lifestyle and eating habits, and this doesnt change whether you decide to take acupuncture weight loss treatments or revert to another method for losing weight.

Acupuncture weight loss treatment works by inserting thin sterile needles in specific points on the body which release hormones know as endorphins that have a calm and relaxing, effect. It is believed this makes it easier for you to deal with stress, frustration and anxiety which trigger bingeing and overeating at meal times. These endorphins also affect the digestive system which is why its also believed that acupuncture weight loss treatment could help rebalance your metabolism.

Like I said earlier, to keep the weight that you lost off for life will require lifestyle changes and this means you must commit to being more active and eating healthier. Regardless of what some say, acupuncture weight loss treatments by themselves are not enough. You may even get basic nutritional advice from your acupuncturist, but many acupuncture weight loss treatments claim to help you lose the weight without you having to do regular exercise or change your diet.

One good point to note is that when beginning acupuncture weight loss treatment you may be offered an individualized supplement program which includes vitamins, minerals, herbal antioxidants, nutraceuticals and phytochemicals that will support your diet and balance your blood sugar levels so your body has the optimum nutrition to maintain a healthy lifestyle if you make the effort.

The reason it is said that acupuncture weight loss treatments can help you lose weight is because it is believed to boost your energy levels, and this can help you exercise, and can reduce your cravings, and improve your circulation. Whats more, even with patients who were suffering from fatigue and chronic pain for as long as 40 years, surveys showed that acupuncture helped a lot to increase energy levels.

Acupuncture weight loss treatment does have a few negative side effects. These include bruising or slight swelling and soreness. You may feel a slightly sedated feeling, and some experience a wooziness or fainting as a result of the very calming effect on the bodys energy while having an acupuncture weight loss treatment. You should always discuss possible side effects before beginning acupuncture weight loss treatments. You should also be sure that needles are either disposable or have been sterilized.

In conclusion, I always like to advise that while acupuncture weight loss treatments may help aid you in losing weight, whats most important is changing your lifestyle and eating habits. Stress, level of activity and eating habits are important factors which contribute to your weight loss according to The North American Association for the Study of Obesity and if you want the best results focus on improving these. Sure, acupuncture weight loss treatments may help you, but if you want to reach your weight loss goals it will require work on your part too.

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A couple of years ago, when I used to eat at this great Thai restaurant in El-Segundo, I had absolutely no idea that such an influential corporation as DirecTV was located right in the neighborhood. El-Segundo is actually a sleepy little community sandwiched between the Los Angeles airport (LAX) and the small, but very upscale beach communities of Manhattan and Redondo beaches. It’s only an half-hour drive (when traffic cooperates) from downtown Los Angeles by the 105 and 110 freeways, but can seem a world away on Saturday night when downtown El Segundo is almost deathly quite.

The fact is El Segundo is the home of DirecTV Group Inc. (I remember now, seeing their impressive, multi-story high rise that overlooks the airport, the ocean, and a good chunk of LA) They are providers of excellent digital television entertainment in the United States and even have a presence in Latin America, where they transmit programming to almost two million subscribers. DirecTV is divided into three different groups: DirecTV U.S., Network Systems, and the Latin American group.

DirecTV distributes video programs by satellite to both residential and commercial customers in the United States. It offers a vast array of college and professional sports content including NFL Sunday Ticket, a ton of movie choices, news and much more. DirecTV has about 15 million subscribers now.
The Network System provides Internet access to businesses and consumers and the private business networks are called VSAT. The DIRECTV Group was formerly known as Hughes Electronics Corporation. It changed its name in March of 2004 and it incorporated in Delaware in 1977.

DIRECTV was launched in 1994 and became the first satellite TV Company to deliver exceptional digital quality, television programs to a compact, pizza sized, 18-inch satellite dish. For the first time, this coverage across the nation provided a needed, convenient service for customers anywhere in the continental U.S. For the first time, customers in rural areas, who had no access to cable services, now could subscribe to digital television with multi-channel choices just like their city-dwelling counterparts.

These technological advances included the first on-screen, easy to use programming guides that enabled customers to quickly find the programs that interested them and access pay-per-view programs with their remote control. These pioneering technological breakthroughs have affected every aspect of the satellite TV as they set the standard for television entertainment.

As DIRECTV continues to push the envelope of television entertainment, it allows the consumer to define the type of control they want to over their entertainment choices. Exciting new technologies permit unprecedented control, such as DVR (digital video recording), HD (High Definition) and interactive programs. The sky is the limit with DIRECTV; over 15 million consumers had made the move to their satellite TV programming.
DirecTV made history by redefining the way Americans see TV. They will continue creating these wonderful advances as they deliver the future of entertainment.

This article is for consumers looking for information on Satellite TV It provides a resource for finding Direct TV Promotions and any great Direct TV offers that are currently available.

Digital photography training courses typically cover a wide range of topics. Not all courses are created equal, however, so be sure to investigate a course before you jump in to make sure it will meet your expectations.

The cost of a digital photography course can also vary significantly. You can try local colleges to see if extension courses are offered in your area to fit your schedule. Your cities community center might also be a resource for finding local training options.

A typical digital photography training course begins by teaching you all about your camera. Photography terms like aperture, exposure, f-stop, focal length, and depth of field that may be foreign to you will be explained. Once you understand the terminology, most courses move on to help you understand the specifics of your camera.

If you want to really ease into things, you can easily find free digital photo classes online. These training courses can easily be fit into anyone’s busy schedule and the low cost means you don’t have to make a big commitment.

Most people shoot with their camera in fully automatic mode. This is usually fine if you are after “average” pictures. But to really use your camera to it’s full potential, you’ll be taught what the different modes of your camera do and when to use them. This is the point at which the digital photography training course begins to get fun.

Of course, there is lots of experimentation. One of the biggest benefits of digital photography is that you don’t have to wait for pictures to be developed before you can see the results. When you take a picture you can see the results instantly. This is great for learning the effects of different techniques and settings.

Most digital photography training courses also cover methods for digitally editing your pictures using popular photo editing software. You’ll also want to show off your new skills and digital photography knowledge to your friends and family. So, sharing your pictures is usually covered, as well. After completing your digital photography course you’re sure to take great pictures.

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Darren Rivers is an avid digital photography hobbyist. When he’s not out shooting pictures he spends his time maintaing a digital photography website that teaches others about digital photography equipment, how to find and evaluate digital photo classes, and much more.

Today, IT solutions are aiding small and mid-sized companies alike, as they compete with Fortune 500 companies for a piece of the pie. We live in an age of fierce competitiveness, fiscal concern, and global turmoil and uncertainty. Companies are working hard to continually improve operational efficiency. Many are looking to IT (information technology) to reduce operating costs and increase efficiency by automating and streamlining existing business processes.

Smart companies are achieving their business and financial goals by embracing and making technology work for them. Porcelain Patch is one such small company that has embraced Internet Technology to help improve the bottom line while enhancing customer service. Since 1938, Porcelain Patch and Glaze has prided itself on offering the finest electrostatic painting and porcelain reglazing services to homeowners, office managers and building managers all over New England. Porcelain Patch can point to over a half-century of experience and a long list of satisfied customers. At this time, the company employs 12 field technicians, 2 full time sales people and 2 customer service/marketing representatives. They have been in Watertown, MA since the mid 1960’s.

As the president and owner of Porcelain Patch, Jonathan Gleason is always looking for ways to further gain efficiency and maintain customer loyalty, while keeping operating costs down. He is a technology buff and a true believer in utilizing IT to gain a competitive edge. As a starting point, Jonathan recognized long ago that in today’s Internet-driven business environment, a strong web presence is not only mandatory, but also it is the most valuable marketing tool that can set him apart from his competitors. He also understood that a web site can ONLY be effective if it is keeps up with the dynamic nature of the Internet and provides up-to-date information to its visitors. This, he realized, was the major challenge - one that required a lot of resources.

To make the web site an effective marketing tool, Jonathan commissioned Blue Robin Inc., to build a new web infrastructure for Porcelain Patch - one that can be organic. The new platform was built with a powerful Content Management System (CMS) through which authorized personnel can update the content of the site on-the-fly.

With its EZedit™, Blue Robin focused to deliver a robust, full-featured Content Management System to Porcelain Patch with a user-friendly environment that can accommodate multiple users at the company, with varying skill levels. The CMS provides Porcelain Patch with an easy-to-use, multi-level authenticated text and HTML editor with similar features and functionalities of popular word processing applications, which their employees were already familiar with using. The company took to the implementation of the new web site with its CMS, like a duck takes to water.

As a result, in 2007, the company’s website has turned into one of the most cost effective and important lead generators and image builder. In such a short time frame, Porcelain Patch has transformed its marketing from using a full page in their local Yellow Pages book to a cyber-based strategy to increase revenue by generating more traffic to its web site.

Another item that Jonathan had identified as a cost area was his company’s traditional phone system. Beyond the cost, the phone system was posing all kinds of problems that impacted customer service and created a bottle neck. Jonathan wanted a sophisticated phone system similar to the one used by the fortune 500 companies, without the high price tag. Jonathan began looking into Voice Over IP technology (VoIP) and did a significant amount of research into what companies could provide the most useful and cost effective solutions, before committing again to Blue Robin, Inc.’s Enterprise Voip™ phone system.
The most important benefit of VoIP is its cost savings for Porcelain patch. Blue Robin’s Enterprise VoIP™ has offered significant cost savings while providing numerous new features.

Jonathan had long ago understood that to compete effectively in the eWorld, his business infrastructure must have two essential components: A High-speed Internet connection and a sophisticated phone system. The arrival of VoIP technology makes it possible to say goodbye to traditional phone and PBX phone systems as well as the high cost associated with multiple phone lines. As a matter of record, the #1 reason Porcelain Patch adopted a VoIP phone system was cost, cost and cost. The Enterprise Voip™ system from Blue Robin is much less expensive to deploy than a traditional PBX and it has been far cheaper month-to-month than paying the large phone bills Porcelain Patch used to have. In addition to the reduced monthly cost of the Enterprise Voip™ phone system, the company also looked to keep the initial and any recurring charges down, as well as ensuring ease of implementation and use. Blue Robin was able to successfully meet and exceed all of Porcelain Patch’s requirements.

Like many corporations today, Porcelain Patch is experiencing the advantages of IT first hand as a key component of its business strategies. Jonathan will continue to use new technology to drastically change their business functions and to shift cost structures resulting in what some call the, “information based organization.” Implementing today’s new technologies shows how a business can successfully grow from within, creating a cycle of cost control, leading to better products and services, leading to more growth.

About Ms. Judith Stolpner:
Judith Stolpner is the Director of Marketing for Blue Robin. Prior to joining Blue Robin Judith spent 15 years working exclusively with technology companies, providing them with a wide range of public relations and marketing services. Judith graduated from Fisher College Boston, MA.