July 28, 2016 – –

This year’s 13th Annual WBEC-West Strategic Procurement Opportunity Conference and Awards Gala promises some tremendous targeted WBE networking and business matchmaking opportunities.

The conference catering to certified WBEs will be held in Las Vegas at the M Resort from Wednesday, September 07, 2016 to Friday, September 09, 2016 and features the theme, The future is built on relationships.

“This year our focus is all about making business connections today that might potentially lead to fruitful procurement opportunities in the future,” stated Dr. Pamela Williamson, President of WBEC-West.

One of the best ways to connect WBEs to procurement opportunities is to match them with buyers (both Corporate and Federal) who are looking to mitigate risk with trusted suppliers they can rely on. This year’s conference provides various business matchmaking opportunities to build these connections.

Here are the business matchmaking programs at the 13th Annual WBEC-West Conference:

Roundtable Business Connections – (Thursday, September 8, 2016)

Round Table Business Connections provides the opportunity for certified WBEs to connect with corporations and other WBEs in a round table group discussion. There will be a corporate/prime host of the table, who will connect with each WBE as well as provide an opportunity for WBEs to ask questions and interact.

The purpose of having this style of networking on the front end of the 13th Annual Strategic Procurement Conference is for WBEs to get to know each other and begin a conversation and/or relationship that can be developed over the next two days of the conference.

WBE2WBE Strategic Business Connections – (Thursday, September 8, 2016)

The WBE2WBE Strategic Business Connections will allow a select group of 40-50 WBEs to sit as buyers with all other certified WBEs who are attending the conference. If participants completed their registration for the Matchmaker Madness, they will automatically be included to be considered for one-on-one meetings with women CEOs who are the purchasing decision makers for their companies.

Throughout the conference, from registering on the event website to the Awards Dinner, participants will constantly be reminded of the importance of connecting and doing business with other certified WBEs.

Matchmaker Madness – (Friday, September 9, 2016)

Matchmaker Madness is designed to help connect certified WBENC WBE and certified NMSDC MBE companies with corporations. The system matches corporations with WBEs based on current and/or upcoming procurement opportunities. These meetings offer the opportunity for WBEs to make an introduction to the corporations and begin developing a relationship. The meetings are 10 minutes for each pre-scheduled corporate Matchmaker.

Next Level Matchmaking – Buyer Connection – (Friday, September 9, 2016)

WBEC-West has partnered with MGM Resorts new construction group and has invited contract managers/buyers to meet one-on-one with our certified WBEs for a high valued 15 minute capabilities presentation. Next Level Matchmaking is industry specific, so do not encourage individuals not providing construction services to register.

For more information about the conference please visit: http://wbecwestconference.com/.

About Women’s Business Enterprise Council West (WBEC-West)

WBEC-West, a regional partner of the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC), implements the certification standards of WBENC all across the west including, Arizona, Colorado, Southern California, Utah, Wyoming, Nevada, Hawaii and Guam. WBENC certification is recognized all over America and honored by 10,000+ major corporations. They also support corporations in their efforts to include WBENC Certified WBE’s in their supplier diversity programs.

Learn more about WBENC certification and get certified today to start doing business with large corporations.

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Contact WBEC-WEST:

Pamela Williamson, Ph.D.
(480) 969-9232.
pamela@wbec-west.org
1515 North Greenfield Road
Suite 102, Mesa AZ 85205

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July 28, 2016 – – Athens, Georgia – A leader of employment agencies in Athens, GA, Express Employment Professionals, has recently released a survey on what businesses suspect to be the root of unfilled jobs. Their new Hot Summer Jobs campaign was launched in hopes of drawing applicants to the Express Athen’s Job Openings page on their website and fill vacant jobs in the local area.

Officially released April 20, 2016, the survey taken by 340 businesses asked for their theory on why many jobs continue to go unfilled. Fifteen percent chose “lack of hard skills” while 26% said “lack of experience”. However, the top reason chosen for jobs going unfilled was “lack of available applicants”.

“We are always accepting applicants here at Express Athens,” says Express Athens’ owner, John Culpepper. “Nothing is more fulfilling than finding someone a job and finding a business a great employee.”

Express Athens’s Hot Summer Jobs campaign directs applicants to their website’s Job Openings page by promoting an available top job in the Athens region on their social media platforms. If you are in need of a job, set up an interview with Express Employment Professionals in Athens, GA by calling (706) 510-3666.

About Express Employment Professionals

The Staffing Agency located in Athens, GA helps people find employment in Athens, GA. With more than 750 locations worldwide, Express Employment Professionals intends to put a million people to work annually.

The Athens Express office is located at 824 Hawthorne Ave. and serves the Clarke County areas. Local businesses and applicants are encouraged to stop by, visit Expresspros.com/AthensGA or call (706) 510-3666.

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Contact Express Employment Professionals – Athens, GA:

John Culpeppe
(706) 510-3666
Jobs.AthensGA@ExpressPros.com
824 Hawthorne Ave
Athens, GA 30606

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July 28, 2016 – – Buying new homes in Carlsbad, CA has had a huge positive impact not only in the local economy, but also in the national economy. For the past 2 years, housing has contributed to more than 15% of GDP in the U.S.A.

Housing has contributed to the GDP through residential investments such as as home building and renovation, housing services such as rent, utility payments, and more. According to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), housing also indirectly impacts consumer spending, since homeowners enjoy an increased access to credit or income which they can use to purchase more goods and services.

The NAHB provides an estimated calculation of how building 100 new single-family homes in a typical metro area directly affects the local economy:

One Year Impact – Private Local Income Earned: $28.7 million, Government Revenue Generated: $3.6 million, Local Jobs Required: 394, Private Local Income Earned: $4.1 million, Government Revenue Generated: $1.0 million, Local Jobs Required: 69.

Using this calculation, this means that for the 530 new homes built in Carlsbad’s 15 communities in 2015, $152 million was added in private local income and 2,088 new local jobs were created. This is just based on the estimated calculation for the national average. Carlsbad’s actual figures would be even higher.

Of the 530 new homes in Carlsbad, 97 were attached homes/condos. Most of the medium to large developments in Carlsbad have a few single story Carlsbad homes for sale, but supply is limited while demand is very high and these homes get sold really quickly.

To further boost the thriving housing market, two major developments are coming to Carlsbad in 2016.

The Toll brothers started selling 100 detached homes at The Vistas and Robertson Ranch and will continue through 2016.

Toll Brothers will have 3 more developments coming in phases with 198 detached homes at Robertson Ranch, The Bluffs, The Ridge, and The Terraces.

Cornerstone will be coming in this year with 293 homes and condos at Old Creek Trails (previously known as The Preserve).

This is still a relatively small number of homes compared to the 1,880 homes for sale in Carlsbad in 2015.

All this means that homebuyers have a huge positive impact on the country’s economy. The more new homes bought, the more jobs are created and the more revenue for the local and national economy.

New homes for sale in Carlsbad can be purchased directly from the developers. Buyers can get the help of an experienced and knowledgeable Realtor like Dennis Smith of RE/MAX BY-THE-SEA for absolutely free. Dennis Smith gets paid from the builders marketing budget, thus not reducing and builders’ incentive for the buyer.

One important thing to note is the “Threshold Rule,” meaning the buyer must be with their Realtor during their first visit to the onsite office of the builder, otherwise the builder will not pay for the agent’s commission and the buyer will have no representation.

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Contact San Diego Homes for You:

Dennis Smith
760-212-8225
dennis@sandiegohomes4u.com

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July 28, 2016 – – Covington, Georgia – A leader of temp agencies in Georgia, Express Employment Professionals in Covington, GA, has recently published survey results finding that “lack of applicants” is what businesses presume to be the cause of available jobs going unfilled. Their two month long summer campaign, Hot Summer Jobs, highlights a top job in the Covington area every week with the hopes of drawing in more applicants.

Three-hundred forty businesses participated in the survey in December of 2015. When the results were finally released this past April, the survey showed that 41% of survey takers chose “lack of available applicants” as the number one reason open jobs go unfilled. Following behind, 26% said “lack of experience” and 15% chose “lack of hard skills”.

“Matching the best employees with our local businesses in Covington can be quite a feat to conquer,” says John Culpepper, the owner of Express Covington. “We hope to change that stigma promoting the best jobs out there this summer.”

The Hot Summer Jobs campaign promotes one vacant “hot job” in the Covington area a week on the employment center’s social media. Those who have a friend or a family member in need of a job are encouraged to set up an interview with Express Employment Professionals in Covington, GA by calling (678) 203-3001.

About Express Employment Professionals

The Staffing Agency located in Covington, GA helps people find jobs in the Newton County area. With more than 750 locations worldwide, Express Employment Professionals intends to put a million people to work annually.

The Covington Express office is located at 1137 Clark St. and serves the Covington, Conyers, Monroe, Social Circle, Monticello, and Madison areas. Local businesses and applicants are encouraged to stop by, visit ExpressPros.com/AthensGA or call (678) 203-3001.

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Contact Express Employment Professionals – Covington, GA:

John Culpepper
(678) 342-8244
John.Culpepper@expresspros.com
Express Employment Professionals – Covington, GA
1137 Clark St SW
Covington, GA 30014
(678) 203-3001
https://www.expresspros.com/AthensGA

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July 28, 2016 – – Eugene, Oregon – Express Employment Professionals, a local staffing agency in Eugene, OR, surveyed 340 businesses and found that “lack of applicants” is believed to be the source of unfilled job openings. Their new two-month long summer campaign promotes top jobs in the Eugene area with hopes of bringing in more applicants.

In December 2015, the survey asking why jobs continue to go unfilled found that 41% of businesses blamed “lack of available applicants”. Following behind, 26% blamed “lack of experience” while the remaining 15% pointed to “lack of hard skills”.

”With business demand and wages on the rise and unemployment on a steady decline (currently at 4.5%),” says Express Eugene’s Branch Manager, Renee Loheed. “If the job applicant is a reliable individual with good work ethic, steady employment is readily available in Eugene, OR.”

The Hot Summer Jobs campaign advertises one vacant “hot job” in Eugene or surrounding areas a week, aiming to draw in more applicants to their office to find employment in Eugene, OR. Those who might know someone who is in need of a new career could help land them a new job by visiting Express Employment Professionals in Eugene, OR.

About Express Employment Professionals

The Staffing Agency located in Eugene, OR helps people find jobs in Lane County. With more than 750 locations worldwide, Express Employment Professionals intends to put a million people to work annually.

The Eugene Express office is located at 945 Garfield St and serves the Eugene, Springfield, Cottage Grove, Junction City, and Florence areas. Local businesses and applicants are encouraged to stop by, visit ExpressPros.com/EugeneOR or call (541) 214-2619.

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Contact Express Employment Professionals – Eugene, OR:

Renee Loheed
Express.Eugene@gmail.com
945 Garfield St.
Eugene, OR 97402

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July 28, 2016 – – Bariatric Mexico Surgery, a Bariatric Service Provider in Tijuana, Baja California, Mexico, has announced that hospitals in Mexico have now been proven to be able to comply with excellent standards and have therefore established their credibility as safe places to undergo surgery. BMS, which has become the go to place for people looking for affordable yet high quality bariatric procedures, has recently released new information on the safety of weight loss surgery in Mexico, to further highlight why Mexico is a preferred option.

Alma Orozco from Bariatric Mexico Surgery says: “Hospitals in Mexico are setting global standards for bariatric surgery. In fact, some hospitals here are even safer than those in the US. On average, Mexican bariatric surgeons perform a lot more procedures than their American and even Canadian counterparts. In fact, surgeons from Canada and the United States now come to Mexico to receive training.”

It is a known fact that many bariatric procedures became available in Mexico before they were available in the US. As such, it has also long been the go to destination for bariatric surgery. To maintain this excellent reputation, clinics and hospitals are committed to safety and security, as can be seen at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3XhIgiPLGjY. In fact, even the government is playing a role in this, cleaning up cities to make them more welcoming and safer. Furthermore, the Mexico Board of Health has ensured patients can easily cross the border.

For many, bariatric surgery in Mexico is like a mini-vacation. They can travel through a specialized express lane at the border so that they can arrive at their destination much more quickly. They are then housed in a beautiful hotel before and after their procedure, where they will receive the highest standards in aftercare. Some of the hotels that cater specifically to bariatric patients include the Marriot Hotel. Tijuana in particular is proving to be very popular, not in the least because they offer the same or higher standards of care and safety, but are more affordable than places such as Monterrey, Cabo San Lucas, Cancun, or Puerto Vallarta.

Those looking for bariatric surgery in Mexico are encouraged to visit the BMS website for further information.

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Contact Bariatric Mexico Surgery:

Alma Orozco
1 (800) 316-8234
info@bariatricmexicosurgery.com
Diego Rivera 2386,
Zona Urbana Río Tijuana,
Tijuana, Baja California 22010
Mexico

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July 28, 2016 – – Mr. Rooter of Northwest Florida, based in Panama City, FL, has announced that they offer services for flooded homes. The company points out that while nobody expects their homes to flood that was exactly what happened to a number of properties in Panama City in November 2015. The company revealed that they were on call during that time, helping people rescue their belongings and, ultimately, saving their homes. The Panama City, FL plumber has set itself apart then as one of the best plumbers in the area, a reputation they continue to maintain to this day. Thus, the company has revealed that they will continue to provide services for flooded homes.

Scott Hobbs from Mr. Rooter of Northwest Florida says: “Nobody ever thinks that their home will flood, certainly not in Panama City. However, last year, following a hot summer, the ground simply wasn’t able to absorb the heavy rainfall and some low lying properties flooded. This year, the summer is incredibly hot again, and we encourage people to be prepared for the upcoming rainy season.”

Panama City, FL plumbers have rallied around to ensure people know how to deal with flooded homes. Mr. Rooter, in particular, has released information to people on how to monitor weather reports, and how to protect their homes if there is a chance of flooding. This includes placing sand bags, raising any furniture off the ground, and making sure their home insurance is up to date, switching off the electric power, and having the Mr. Rooter number on speed dial just in case something does go wrong.

Those who had to use the services of Mr. Rooter during the last flood, and who have used them for other plumbing services since, have been very happy with the work that was done for them. “The young man that came to our condo yesterday did a great job,” says Mary Jane R. on Google+. “He left everything looking a lot better than he found it.”

Offering emergency plumbing in Panama City, FL, Mr. Rooter is available 24/7, 365 days per year. No job is too big or too small for them, and they encourage anyone to contact them for information on the work they do. They also have regular specials listed on their website, so people are asked to check back frequently.

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Contact Mr. Rooter of Northwest Florida:

Scott Hobbs
920 NE Ave
plumbing.panama.city.fl@gmail.com
920 NE Ave Panama City, FL 32401

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July 28, 2016 – – San Diego Homes 4 You, a real estate company which specializes in North Coastal Communities and 55+ Residencies, has been in full support of Bill H.R. 3700 and is happy to announce that the bill has unanimously passed through the U.S. Senate as of Thursday, July 14th. The company believes that this is good news for first time home buyers.

The company, which is run by Dennis and Sunshine Smith, is deeply involved with their community, as is evident, throughout the “About Us” section of their website. The HR 3700 or the Housing Opportunity Through Modernization Act is expected to be beneficial to that community as it lessens some of the restrictions which were formerly laid upon buyers of condominiums and other residences. The team has been quoted in saying; “This will be a major step in owners and investors regaining the equity they lost in the crash. It will also help Seniors who want to buy with low down FHA or Reverse Mortgages.”

Specifically, this will lessen costs in the San Diego and surrounding areas, making it easier for those seeking new homes to finance. The FHA’s owner occupancy of 50% has been brought down to 35% by H.R. 3700, as well. Dennis Smith has said the following regarding these changes: “Finally buyers will have a larger selection of low cost condos to start their life of homeownership. First time homebuyers in Vista, San Marcos and Oceanside, CA will see a big difference once this is fully implemented.”

The Bill was passed by the U.S. House of Representatives last February and was recently passed in the U.S. Senate, making it a long awaited change for realtors and home buyers across the state. The Smiths have said that the bill will be most helpful to first time buyers and seniors who may have been impeded by the previous restrictions.

Those interested in learning more about Dennis and Sunshine Smith, their company, or the new Act can contact the San Diego Homes 4 You team online at http://www.sandiegohomes4u.com/, or by telephone.

The website also provides access to the company blog, social media platforms, relocation information, and supplies the opportunity for new buyers to search San Diego area homes for sale with the professional help of the team.

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Contact San Diego Homes for You:

Dennis Smith
760-212-8225
dennis@sandiegohomes4u.com

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July 28, 2016 – – Bellevue, Wash. – Among the top locally owned and operated staffing agencies in Bellevue, WA, Express Employment Professionals revealed results of what businesses believe to be the cause of unfilled jobs. In order to fill open jobs in throughout Bellevue and surrounding areas, their Hot Summer Jobs campaign intends to draw applicants to their Job Openings page.

The survey released April 20, 2016 asked 340 businesses of previous and current Express clients what the main reason behind jobs going unfilled was. The study shows that “lack of available applicants” was the top contributor. In second was 26% who said “lack of experience” and 15% who chose “lack of hard skills”.

“This summer campaign is a great way to draw potential applicants to jobs that are needing to be filled,” says Express Bellevue’s Branch Manager, Laura Gardiner. “We have a variety of businesses that would love to have a great employee; it’s just a matter of finding that great employee.”

Express Bellevue’s Hot Summer Jobs campaign guides applicants to their website’s Job Openings page by highlights an available top job in the Bellevue region. Those in need of a job should set up an interview with Express Employment Professionals in Bellevue, WA by calling (425) 324-3925.

About Express Employment Professionals

The Employment Agency in Bellevue, WA helps people find jobs. With more than 750 locations worldwide, Express Employment Professionals intends to put a million people to work annually.

The Bellevue Express office is located at 3055 112th Ave NE #200 and serves Bellevue, Redmond, Kirkland, Issaquah, North Bend, and Renton. Local businesses and applicants are encouraged to stop by, visit www.ExpressPros.com/BellevueWA or call (425) 324-3925.

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Contact Express Employment Professionals – Bellevue, WA:

Laura Gardiner
(425) 324-3925
Express.Bellevue@gmail.com
3055 112th Ave NE, Suite 200
Bellevue, WA 98004

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July 28, 2016 – – Braselton, Georgia – Express Employment Professionals, a major leader of temp agencies in Braselton, GA, recently released a survey revealing what businesses believe to be the cause of unfilled jobs. To guide applicants to their Job Openings page in order to fill jobs in Jackson County, they have launched a new summer campaign called Hot Summer Jobs.

The survey asking for the primary reason jobs may go unfilled, released April 20, 2016, was taken by 340 business who voted that “lack of available applicants” was the top contributor. Following, 26% said “lack of experience” and 15% chose “lack of hard skills”.

“Sometimes it is difficult to find the right staff for the job as many already know,” says Express Braselton’s franchise owner, John Culpepper. “At Express in Braselton, we strive to help local business fill their jobs with this special summer campaign.”

Express Braselton’s Hot Summer Jobs campaign leads applicants to their website’s Job Openings page by shining a light on an available top job in the Braselton region. Those who are in need of a job are encouraged to set up an interview with Express Employment Professionals in Braselton, GA by calling (706) 223-3327.

About Express Employment Professionals

The Job Center in Braselton, GA helps people find jobs. With more than 750 locations worldwide, Express Employment Professionals intends to put a million people to work annually.

The Braselton Express office is located at 6750 Highway 53, Suite 109 and serves Braselton, Hoschton, Winder, Commerce, Jefferson, Pendergrass. Local businesses and applicants are encouraged to stop by, visit www.ExpressPros.com/BraseltonGA or call (706) 223-3327.

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Contact Express Employment Professionals – Braselton, GA:

John Culpepper
(706) 223-3327
Jobs.BraseltonGA@ExpressPros.com
6750 Highway 53, Suite 109
Braselton, GA 30517

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