Rants and raves Jul 31, 2008
A GREAT RAVE FOR THREE outstanding clerks at Kroger on Wrightsboro Road for their outstanding personal service. That would be Shannon, Anna Laura and Richard. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Case Study: Eden Textiles Helps the Palais Coburg Achieve A New Level of Luxury Jul 29, 2008
Renown for its intimate setting, personal service and culinary excellence, November 7, 2008 marks the five-year anniversary of the hotel's public launch. As a part of the Palais Coburg's ongoing commitment to excellence, Managing Director Jan Hendrik van Dillen has diligently incorporated the latest technologies and luxury products into the overall experience of the five-star hotel. (Canada Newswire)
Online Security Service sold Jul 28, 2008
"Our leadership team and professional staff will remain the same -- as will our steadfast commitment to providing our customers with a superior level of personal service, value and reliability.". Reader Comments. (South Florida Business Journal, FL)
A pioneer in online retail branches out Jul 26, 2008
She also learned that an online enterprise was more suited to smaller items, like scarves, than to couture dresses, because the Web could not replicate the level of personal service provided by luxury boutiques. Other obstacles persist. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
Who is First National Bank of Arizona? Jul 26, 2008
2002: Company grows quickly, helped by the strong Southwestern economy, a focus on personal service and profitable niches. Assets top $1 billion for the first time. (AZCentral -- Business)
Feds shut largest Ariz.-based bank Jul 26, 2008
Lamb and other top executives stressed personal service and an ability to make quick, local decisions on lending, a slap at the large national banks that dominated and continue to dominate the landscape here. He tried to create a "heritage" company that would last for generations. (AZCentral -- News)
Chamber Chat: Reasons to shop locally Jul 23, 2008
Get local knowledge and personal service. Not sure what paint to buy. (Harwich Oracle, MA)
National future is with children Jul 20, 2008
The Bible teaches when Nebuchadnezzar conquered Jerusalem, he brought the young male Jews to his capital of Babylon to enter the king s personal service. He forced the young men to take on new names and even attempted a forced change in diet away from kosher traditional Jewish food. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Who will provide care in the end? Jul 20, 2008
Your Connection to the. Web Search powered by YAHOO. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Phone book referrals bad for business (2) Jul 20, 2008
We'd like to provide the kind of personal service that includes a list of reliable contractors and inspectors, but our hands are tied by fears of litigation, much to our dismay and disappointment ... But there are still ways of operating in this defensive business environment, without abandoning the kind of personal service that we prefer to offer in good faith to our customers. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Preferred Bank Announces Cash Dividend of $0.10 Per Common Share Jul 19, 2008
Preferred Bank believes it is well positioned to compete effectively with the smaller Chinese-American community banks, the larger commercial banks and other major banks operating in Southern California by offering a high degree of personal service and responsiveness, experienced multi-lingual staff and substantial lending limits. For Further Information: AT THE COMPANY: AT FINANCIAL RELATIONS BOARD: Edward J. Czajka Lasse Glassen Chief Financial Officer General Information (213) 891-1188 (213)... (PR Newswire)
Retailers Combining Online And In-Store Jul 19, 2008
The store's usual sales model, Sheldon says, is "high touch," that is, heavy on providing personal service, not self-service. "What Nordstrom is saying is that there are a number of dollars being left on the table by a young, affluent shopper" if a store doesn't have the pick-up option, he said. (Investors Business Daily)
New Generation Of Home Robots Have Gentle Touch Jul 15, 2008
This is made possible by an omnidirectional platform with four separately steered and driven wheels, explains Birgit Graf, who heads the domestic and personal service robotics group at IPA. In this way, the robot can even pass safely through narrow places in an apartment. The new Care-O-bot has a highly flexible arm with seven degrees of freedom and a hand with three fingers. (Science Daily)
La Crosse County’s recycling rules confusing and possibly inefficient Jul 13, 2008
Tulman doesn t think the personal service is lost, either. Eau Claire County has 11 drop-off stations across the county, all staffed by local people, said Tulman. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
eTouch SamePage Enterprise Wiki Extends Reach into Europe through Partnership Agreements; Omniplex to Sell SamePage in the United Kingdom; Szinergia Jul 8, 2008
Users receive fast, personal service and support from eTouch SamePage's professional services team. SamePage is deployed within leading SMBs and global enterprises to capture, disseminate and locate information and of the entire organization. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
United squeezes agents Jul 7, 2008
"Eventually, it will mean higher fees" and less personal service for travelers, he says. United estimates the cutbacks in travel-agency payments could save more than $100 million, or about 13% of its distribution costs. (Crain's Chicago Business)
Back into consulting Jul 5, 2008
The smaller firms can offer more personal service, they say, and may have specialty experience that is equal to or even greater than what the major accounting firms can offer. And, they point out, there are other lines of business that the big players simply can't get into anymore. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
Dunbar named Community Leader of the Year by Chamber of Commerce Jul 3, 2008
Mr. Dunbar was also cited for his many years of personal service to the community by serving in leadership roles and providing his time and experience. He currently serves on the boards of the Watertown Library, the Watertown Foundation, and the Watertown Public School Education Foundation. (Town Times, CT)
WG developing vision for downtown district Jul 3, 2008
Last Thursday's report stressed the need for drawing a more diverse variety of retail, dining, personal service, office and tech-industry businesses to the district, as well as residential space. "Successful downtowns generally bring in a residential component," he said. (Winter Garden West Orange Times, FL)
(More)Maloney honored Jul 3, 2008
Maloney was also described as a lawyer who consistently exhibited passion, zealous advocacy and personal service to the profession and to the bar. He gave generously of his time to the ISBA and other bar associations. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Allied Home opens branch office Jul 3, 2008
I do a lot of explaining and personal service, as far as making sure customers understand what product they have and how it works. When borrowers are not yet eligible for a loan or program, Fisher creates a plan to help them achieve their goals. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Dinner experience of a lifetime available to Teche area residents Jul 2, 2008
The person submitting the top bid and nine friends or family members will be lavished with personal service from members of the local United Way board. You ll enjoy an amazing variety of foods, with as many as 40 different samples of dishes that are finalists for honors in our upcoming cookbook. (New Iberia, LA)
Review: Yugma: Collaboration over IP Jul 2, 2008
The free Yugma Personal service limits the number of participants in a conference (to ten), and provides only 15-day trials of some of the most useful features such as mouse/keyboard sharing, annotation and white boarding. The Professional service comes in three versions, the main difference being the number of participants allowed per session: 20, 100, or 500. (SmallBusinessComputing)
How to Shop Around for the One Purchase Everyone Must Make Jul 2, 2008
Personalization is becoming increasingly popular, and making your arrangements in advance ensures your funeral will be the unique, personal service you desire. Emotional overspending is a common pitfall for grieving families faced with making cost decisions in the wake of a loved one's death. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Mutual Funds &Personal Finance Jun 28, 2008
A family office may also provide personal services such as overseeing a household staff and property management ... Firms often must provide personal service, too. (Investors Business Daily)
Sales Representatives - Field Sales Jun 27, 2008
At UGA our business is built on personal service and a commitment to helping other people everyday. We are a company where men and women from all walks of life share the same opportunity for success. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Service is Vanitylab's guiding principle Jun 26, 2008
Vanitylab salon emphasizes personal service- cleveland ... Vanitylab salon emphasizes personal service. (Cleveland.com)
Eagle Photo closing its doors for good in July Jun 25, 2008
After five years at its new location in Plaza 800 on Islington Street, owner Cindy Williamson said the call for personal service and high-quality photo printing has diminished to the point where it is no longer practical to operate her store, which will close July 12. "It's sad that people are willing to accept lower quality products and services," Williamson said. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Support Numbers for Colonial Life & Accident Insurance Company Customers Affected by Floods Jun 24, 2008
"We encourage customers and producers to contact us if they need help with their Colonial Life coverage or their business." Colonial Life ent Insurance Company is a market leader in providing insurance benefits for employees and their families through their workplace, along with individual benefits education, advanced yet simple-to-use enrollment technology and quality personal service. Colonial Life offers disability, life and supplemental accident and health insurance policies in 49 states,... (PR Newswire)
Jail Overcrowding a Problem Jun 24, 2008
A transfer of funds for the Woods County Treasurer s Office was approved from County General to the Treasurer s Personal Service account in the amount of $712. 35. (Alva Review Courier, OK)
Changing face Jun 22, 2008
Theres still that personal service touch, Erdman said. If you dont know how to do it or you want someone to help you, well still be here to do that. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
With eye on the Diamonds, Tourvilles opening new type of local restaurant Jun 21, 2008
The Diamond ratings indicate the extensiveness of food, decor and personal service. AAA defines a Four-Diamond status as a restaurant orchestrated by an executive chef with menus reflecting a high degree of creativity and complexity, using imaginative presentations to enhance high quality. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Cincinnati Financial Comments on Outlook for Full-year 2008 Jun 20, 2008
Benoski commented, "We are tracking claims from nine second-quarter storms classified as catastrophes by Property Claims Services. Remarkably, five of those storms just occurred in the past three weeks, including areas of Midwestern flooding. In total, second-quarter catastrophe-related weather has already produced approximately 2,500 reported claims, affecting our policyholders in 15 states where agents market Cincinnati policies. Almost half of the reported claims are closed, and those... (PR Newswire)
City gets almost $1M for airport Jun 20, 2008
Kohler said the wait between flights at larger airports can be as long as two hours, while smaller airports provide more personal service. This way they get in and get out, he said. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Small Business Strategies Jun 20, 2008
Even our UPS driver, Paul, gives us especially personal service since he's become friends with the dogs, giving them a dog biscuit every day. Makes everyone happier. (USA Today -- Money)
Federal telephone charges increase July 1 Jun 20, 2008
Triangle is committed to providing members and customers access to advanced, high quality, reliable communications services at competitive prices, while focusing on personal service and customer satisfaction. Triangle provides various telecommuni cat ions s e rvi c e s inc luding l ong di s tanc e, Broadband ADSL, Wireless and WildBlue Internet. (Havre Daily News, MT)
Feel like skipping jury duty? Tell it to the judge Jun 19, 2008
And judges were concerned about their authority to hold people in contempt when mailing notices, whereas receipt of summonses can be confirmed through personal service, Gegenheimer said ... "I think they take the personal service seriously.". (Nola.com -- Sports)
VoIPowering Your Office: Do I Really Need this VoIP Stuff? Jun 19, 2008
You don't want to replace your human receptionist with some robo-attendant, because your customers expect personal service. The human receptionist screens calls and answers a lot of questions himself, without having to pester the accounting staff for every trivial thing, so he more than earns his keep. (SmallBusinessComputing)
Loco Coco's Tacos keeps it local Jun 19, 2008
When they expanded their business, they made a point not to lose the personal service they had created with their customers. "One of our goals when we first opened was to remember people, to remember their names, and they were always excited when they came in and we would recognize them," said Robinson. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Plans to convert Fuller's building into church stall Jun 18, 2008
The building is located in the B-2 business district in downtown Ionia, which allows for most professional offices, retail establishments and personal service establishments, but does not allow for churches in this district. The matter was discussed at a recent planning commission meeting, and a text amendment to the city's zoning ordinance was presented, taking the entire city's zoning ordinance into account. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
I GUESS WE'RE JUST HOOKED Jun 17, 2008
First of all, this is a very personal service. The girl meeting him can certainly always identify him. (New York Post -- Gossip)
Games CIOs Play Jun 17, 2008
We write air-tight policies, enforce standardization without exception, provide automated service instead of personal service and make our users adjust to what is most efficient for IT. Admittedly there is some hyperbole in that last statement and some of these actions actually benefit our customers in addition to making IT more efficient. However, no matter how you look at it, we in IT are very good at making our operations efficient. (Forbes -- Technology)
Wells Fargo, NAWBO Trailblazer winners include Tucson's Adobe Rose Inn Jun 12, 2008
The three winners were selected from a nationwide pool of applicants and evaluated based on their companies' business performance, innovation, growth and personal service to the community. The winners are the in Tucson, owned by Marion Hook; Imagen LLC, a public relations and marketing firm in Modesto, Calif. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
CorVel Corporation to Adopt 10b5-1 Stock Repurchase Plan Jun 11, 2008
Leveraging its commitment to flexibility and personal service, CorVel delivers custom solutions for employers, insurers, third party administrators and government entities. Safe Harbor Statement under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 All statements included in this press release, other than statements or characterizations of historical fact, are forward-looking statements. (PR Newswire)
Ace job: Accountant for poker player pros Jun 7, 2008
"I'm able to provide personal service with very quick response.". Preparation needed for this job: Not all accountants are certified public accountants. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Rare and Important Chinese Sui Dynasty Stele to Be Sold at Auction June 18 Jun 6, 2008
The highly trained appraisers and auction specialists provide full service estate consignment management and professional promotion and marketing; all designed to maximize values with the utmost integrity and personal service. Both buyers and sellers appreciate the hands-on approach of the staff, simplified fee structure and their ability to handle estates of any size. (PR Newswire)
NOW ONLINE: Hanusas among featured families in 'Journal' Jun 3, 2008
The store already offers personal service - its main way to compete with the big-box hardware stores - and a variety of hard-to-find parts, but the rental service will allow customers to rent home-improvement equipment without having to invest in or store it. The rental department will include floor sanders, paint sprayers, drywall equipment, concrete and demolition tools, posthole diggers, generators, scaffolding and more. (Council Bluffs Daily Nonpareil, IA)
Busy NHS 'leaves no time for caring' Jun 3, 2008
He argues that the time doctors and nurses get to spend interacting with patients has dropped too far for medical services to provide an adequately personal service. Shorter stays in hospital are blamed, as are changes in working practices. (Telegraph.co.uk)
Long line of pharmacists (20) Jun 2, 2008
Even so, she s clinging to tradition by offering up the same personal service in the same store where Grandpa Stoick set the pace 43 years ago. In a time when box stores and national chains have gobbled up a big share of the pharmacy trade, that personal touch sets independent pharmacies apart. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Kupchak a survivor in Los Angeles Jun 2, 2008
The deal paid him for seven years as a player and seven more for personal service. The Bullets didn't want to lose Kupchak, a popular sixth man behind Elvin Hayes and Wes Unseld who was known for his hustle and predilection for hitting the floor for loose balls. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Bavar Law Group Launches New Web Site, LemonLawPartners.com Jun 1, 2008
The firm represents its clients with a team of expert lawyers that bring years of experience and a commitment to personal service to the table. The firm's president, Reza Bavar, is not only busy with launch of this company, but also with the unveiling of his new Lemon Law Partners Web site. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
No strangers in Henley May 28, 2008
The personal service even extends to hours of operation. The store usually closes at 8 p.m., but Plowman will stay open later if customers stop by for a six-pack of beer or soda on their way home. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Squeeze on shopsSupermarket boost puts French grocers under pressure May 28, 2008
But the government says there will continue to be room for small shops even if there are more supermarkets, because many middle-class people are prepared to pay a premium for a more personal service from the small shops. Mr Azria encourages his customers to pick up fruit, smell it and even taste it. (BBC News -- Europe)
Report: Neuheisel's UCLA deal worth up to $1.75M May 25, 2008
The contract provides Neuheisel with $250,000 in base pay and a $1 million personal service fee annually, along with a home loan of up to $1. 5 million at a 3 percent rate, according to the contract. (ESPN -- College Football News)
Excise/Equalization Board approves appropriations May 25, 2008
OSU: $2,000 from Personal Service to Travel. Assessor: $3,000 from Visual Inspection Personal Service to Travel. (Alva Review Courier, OK)
Private banks serve wealthy clientele May 25, 2008
Those customers are looking for personal service at an almost intense level, plus convenience and a banker who is willing and able to customize every transaction, said President and CEO Daryl S. Kirkham, a longtime local banker who joined others with deep banking roots to launch the bank. This article is for Paid Print Subscribers ONLY.. (Dallas Business Journal, TX)
Term Life Insurance Rate War May 22, 2008
com, a Web-based company that combines instant online term life insurance quotes with the personal service of unbiased life insurance professionals. According to AccuQuote. (Atlantic News-Telegraph, IO)
Miami, Florida, Schoolteacher and Ex-Husband Sentenced For Human Trafficking and Smuggling Charges May 21, 2008
"These defendants coerced a vulnerable 14-year-old girl into their personal service for six years," said Acting Assistant Attorney General Becker. "I applaud the courage of the victim in this case, who made this prosecution possible. The Department of Justice is committed to work vigorously to end this type of forced servitude." "Today's sentence is a first step in bringing justice to the victim and punishes those who enslaved this young girl for six years. Unfortunately, however, there is... (PR Newswire)
Memorial garden May 17, 2008
Attention to detail and personal service were important to my grandfather Sam. It's just as important to me. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Naugle Motors up for sale in Shippensburg May 16, 2008
Just Customer wrote on May 15, 2008 3:55 PM:" Naugle Motors, specifically Bill and Bob Naugle, have contributed to the Shippensburg community in more ways than can be listed here. Yet another example of what happens when the community does not support local business. How long it will take for the new Lowe's to put McCune Lumber and Pague and Fagen hardware out of business is anybody's guess. And the locals will say it's not their fault.I've purchased my last Chrysler product, and will wait to... (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Revolution Air Serves Kentucky Derby Participants May 13, 2008
Revolution Air's heightened level of personal service and experience are in high demand from clients in various industries, including corporate business travel. "No matter if we're providing solutions for high-profile individuals or corporate business travel, we treat every client with the utmost respect and privacy," said Joy Eller, Chief Operating Officer for Revolution Air. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Company investigations: Staying below the radar. By Nichola Ross Martin May 10, 2008
Company investigations: Staying below the radar. By Nichola Ross Martin - 09 May 2008. (Accounting Web, UK)
CorVel Announces Appearance at Bank of America Health Care Conference May 8, 2008
Leveraging its commitment to flexibility and personal service, CorVel delivers custom solutions for employers, insurers, third party administrators and government entities. This press release contains forward-looking statements that are subject to risks and uncertainties, including the risk that the historical financial performance of the Company may not be indicative of future financial performance and the risk that the recent performance of the Company's Common Stock may not be indicative of... (PR Newswire)
In one town, local stores outlast Home Depot May 8, 2008
The store, beloved by locals for its creaky wooden floors, peg-board displays and attentive personal service, couldn't compete with Home Depot's prices on some products, but many customers continued going there anyway. "That first year, business was flat," said manager Paul Putnam, 59, who runs it along with seven other family members. (MSNBC -- Business)
Mother's Day By The Numbers May 8, 2008
1 billion to be spent on "personal service" gifts like these. "Gift certificates are always popular during holidays, and we have noticed that Mother s Day is a time when they sell well" says Brook Temner of Bliss spas in New York City, adding that people tend to send Mom for a massage or facial. (Forbes -- Business)
