Profiles International to Reveal Keys to High-Velocity Change at Executive Summit   Innovator and leading global provider of comprehensive employment assessments and talent management solutions, Profiles International, will host an executive summit focused on fast-paced change within organizations. The summit, Closing the 'Strategy to Execution' Leadership Gap, will be held September 10-12, 2008 at Barton Creek Golf Resort and Spa in Austin, TX. 2008-09-02 (Friend of PRWeb: 1)

World's Largest Toy Rental Company Successfully Launches On-line Vacation Toy Rental Program   BabyPlays.com now provides a Vacation Toy Rental Program. Having toys delivered to any U.S. Vacation Destination is as easy as one visit to the BabyPlays website. For a onetime fee a family can have a large box of either 5 or 8 high quality, age appropriate toys delivered right to their vacation destination. 2008-09-02

Williams Assumes Role of GSA Acting Administrator   James A. Williams assumed the role of Acting Administrator of the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) on August 30, 2008. Williams, who has devoted 28 years to the federal civil service, including 17 years as a senior executive, was designated by President Bush to become Acting Administrator on August 19, 2008. 2008-09-02

Chicago's Underground G-funk Pioneers 'Swolts' and Producer 'Eddie Sea' are Back   Swolts G-Funk Pioneer from Chicago is back onto the rap scene all over the world. His 1998 CD "Forever Tha, World has re-emerged through mix tapes, Internet radio, pod cast, bootleggers, satellite radio,ect. This cd is available through various outlets and stores around the world. You can listen at myspace.com/swolts or cdbaby.com/cd/swolts 2008-09-02

P5 Audio Announces New Radio Ready Female Vocals Music Loops Sets   P5 Audio, leader in royalty free music loops and sample sounds products, announces a new product release: Radio Ready Female Vocals Loop Sets - available now for instant download. 2008-09-02

Ogunquit Demonstrates Comprehensive Lift Station Monitoring and Control is Accessible for Small Wastewater Utilities   The new Outpost2 SCADA installed at Ogunquit, ME, provides a wealth of data for operations staff, reducing costs and improving asset management. This demonstrates that small collection systems do not have to choose SCADA systems with limited data. Outpost2 is designed for lift stations and, in conjunction with the MultiSmart pump station manager, provides comprehensive monitoring and control. 2008-09-02

Rising Energy Requirements Rudder Growth in the World Coal Industry, According to a New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.
With coal being a main source of energy in the developing world, strong growth is expected to stem from Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East. Feeding growth is the escalating demand for energy in these regions, which are typified by a scarcity of natural gas sources, and an abundance of coal resources. Consumption, and pricing patterns in the coal industry are significantly influenced by factors such as demand and supply, environmental concerns and transportation charges, among others. Successful development of emission free coal plants, which fulfill environment standards, is expected to additionally ensure and sustain growth in the long run. 2008-09-02

Electronic Media & Plastic Substrates Cannibalize Demand in the Paper Industry, According to a New Report by Global Industry Analysts
Business fundamentals in the world paper industry has drastically changed over the years. With digital media and plastic substrates making rapid inroads into the market as effective substitutes for traditional paper, and board products, growth in the paper industry in developed markets such as, North America, and Europe has been stagnant. Future growth is forecast to stem largely from developing countries in Asia-Pacific, Middle East and Latin America. In these markets, packaging and printing applications represent major driving forces for increased consumption of paper. 2008-09-02

E-Books & Electronic Publishing Drive Growth in the World Publishing Industry, According to a New Report by Global Industry Analysts
Internet, e-books, electronic editing, and emergence of online subscription business models have all irreversibly changed the publishing landscape. Technology innovation has helped publishers save time and money, and has afforded the flexibility to publish any type of information at the earliest with lesser turnaround time and minimal costs. Emergence of electronic commerce, and the ensuing efforts to digitalize publication has expedited the process of publishing virtually any kind of publishing material from newspapers to databases, in addition to reduction in cost of binding, distribution, printing, shipping and warehousing. On-line publishing is gaining in importance given the potential of this platform to reach wider audiences throughout the world. 2008-09-02

New Weight Loss Diet Shows How to Lose 10 Pounds from the Labor Day Weekend Binge   Weight loss has just gotten much simpler with this new fat loss system. Obese and over weight people now have this surprising new method to lose weight and create a natural balance from the inside-out. 2008-09-02

Digital & Online Formats to Drive Sales in the Recording Industry, According to a New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.
Worldwide recording industry is expected to witness rapid growth, driven by the advent of new recording formats, and music distribution channels. Growth is primarily anticipated to stem from increased demand for digital and online music formats. Age and gender, genre of music, interoperability of equipment and media, and consumer familiarity with latest technology are few of the factors, which influence sales in the recording industry. 2008-09-02

Functional & Healthy Organic Candy to Drive Growth in the World Candy Market, According to a New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.
Growth in the world candy market is driven largely by global trends in snacking in addition to huge untapped opportunities in burgeoning eastern markets. Consumer lifestyles, eating habits, and demographic factors represent other major factors influencing sales. Developing nations are also expected to perform splendidly with stronger growth rates that outpace growth in industrialized economies. 2008-09-02

Rising Air Traffic Fuel Growth in the Aerospace & Defense Industry, According to a New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.
Global aerospace and defense industry is deeply impacted by the level of capital investments, and changing government defense initiatives. While rising consumer incomes, growing affordability of air travel, and enhanced preference for low fare/economy air transportation are set to propel commercial aerospace sector, increasing military conflicts, rising defense budgets, and advent of new/advanced aircraft are anticipated to boost the military aircraft sector. 2008-09-02

New Park Inn Hotel opens in Ostrava
The 12th of August 2008 witnessed the inauguration of the new Park Inn Ostrava Hotel in Czech Republic's third largest city of Ostrava. Located centrally, the new Park Inn Ostrava is an ideal place to halt for business travellers who expect to carry on their business activities in the heart of the republic. It is also a perfect place to stay for those individuals who are exploring the city of Ostrava. 2008-09-02

Consumers Desire Indulgent Bakery Products in Healthier Formulations, According to a New Report Published by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.
The market for baked goods stands confronted with mixed consumer responses, where health vies with pleasure. Standard bakery products, no longer appeal to consumers who have already marked their shift towards healthier-for-you alternatives. Popular claims which send the cash register ringing, such as, 'no additives/ preservatives' and 'all natural' are now joined by 'trans fat free/reduced,' 'gluten-free' and 'whole grain' claims. 2008-09-02

Technological Developments & End-Use Markets to Propel Demand for Electronic Components, According to a New Report by Global Industry Analysts
World market for electronic components is largely driven by macroeconomic factors, technological developments, and consumer spending patterns. The market is also influenced by the level of dynamism in key end-use and original equipment markets. Rising demand for advanced technology-based products in the digital entertainment sector, greater need for communication infrastructure networks, and the move towards 3G technologies are expected to boost demand for electronic components globally. 2008-09-02

Notebook PCs & Replacement Demand to Drive Growth, According to a New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.
Market for personal computers is driven largely by rising demand for notebook PCs, and the growing need to replace older systems. Developing markets of Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and Eastern Europe hold enormous growth potential for PCs, with strong demand stemming from consumer and small to mid-sized business organizations. 2008-09-02

Convenience and Security Boost Payment Cards Market, According to a New Report by Global Industry Analysts
Payment cards have emerged as a secure alternative to paper-based mode of payment, among consumers. Convenience, security and ease of use are major factors encouraging consumers to use payment cards for day-to-day transactions. Adoption of innovative technologies such as contactless technology is expected to boost market prospects. 2008-09-02

Time Constrains & Desire for Convenience Sustain Growth in Frozen Prepared Foods Market, According to New Report by Global Industry Analysts
Increasingly busy lifestyles, diverse product offerings, and diminishing culinary skills are major contributory factors to growth in the world frozen prepared foods market. A major factor likely to wield the maximum impact on the market's performance includes innovations revolving around ease of preparation, superior taste and flavor profile, and enhanced nutritional value. 2008-09-02

BECCA Cosmetics Expand Distribution with HQhair.com   HQhair.com welcomes BECCA cosmetics to its stable of cosmetic and hair care brands, offering the customer a wide variety and the convenience of one-stop shopping. 2008-09-02

Search for Healthier and Exotic Drinking Experiences Propel Growth in the Non-Alcoholic Beverages Market, According to New Report from Global Industry Analysts
World non-alcoholic beverages market is driven largely by the growing population, rising health awareness, conducive consumer spending patterns, and lifestyle trends, among others. Lucrative segments of the market include fruit juice drinks, and sports and energy drinks, which have made an indelible mark on the market, thanks to the rising commotion over the health and safety of soft drink consumption. 2008-09-02

.UK Website Registrations Drive Past the 7 Million Mark   Confidence in the .uk TLD extension continues to grow rapidly as the 7 millionth .uk domain is registered. 2008-09-02

Lexington Spa Gives Pause to Paws, Providing In-Room Canine Massage for Road Weary Pets
Spa packages in Kentucky get pet-friendly with the latest Griffin Gate Marriott Resort & Spa offering. 2008-09-02

Keepers of the Grill Brings the Kitchen Outside   Keepers Of the Grill. Their mission is to unite a global community of grillers who love food, family, friends, fellowship, and good ol' fun. 2008-09-02