China is poised to overcome the United States as the world’s leading economy, according to the International Comparison Program (ICP). The study dated summer 2014 also revealed that India recently surpassed Japan for third place. The International Comparison Program serves as a part of the World Bank and assesses world economies based on PPP (purchasing power parity), which is defined ... Read More »
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The GE Pro Elite Examines Potential Warning Signs in Unhealthy Drinking Water
As the GE Pro Elite team has seen all too often, drinking water in the U.S. may come with some unwanted materials. In this conversation with Information Nation, a longtime representative from the GE Pro Elite team offers some insight into this troubling issue. Information Nation Blog: It’s terrific to have you sharing your knowledge with us today. GE Pro ... Read More »
Walking While You Work? One Minneapolis Company Allows Employees to Do Just That
At financial services company Salo, video golf games, ping-pong table and foosball tables are provided to employees through creative obstacles. But the most prominent workplace feature at this one-of-a-kind office might surprise you: treadmill desks. Founded in 2011, Salo offers human resource, accounting and senior-level finance professionals around the world. The company has offices in Minneapolis and Chicago, with 330 ... Read More »
Starting Over: Top US Cities for Finding a New Job
Hundreds of thousands of individuals will make a career move in 2014 and many of these have yet to decide just where that move will take them. Read on for the top cities in the US for young professionals or those seeking to start a new career. Anchorage, Alaska Anchorage has been protected somewhat from the effects of the economic ... Read More »
James Cullem Discusses Cell Signaling Technology’s PhosphoScan® Patent Portfolio
Cell Signaling Technology Inc.’s former Director of Intellectual Property James Cullem says that one of the highlights of his career was writing and obtaining a patent for “Immunoaffinity Isolation of Modified Peptides from Complex Mixture,” a core discovery technology that has been applied to advance biomarker and drug development. Information Nation Blog: Good morning, James Cullem and welcome. It’s a ... Read More »
Atlanta Reigns Supreme as the Best Place to Do Business, Says KPMG Study
Among the most populous U.S. metro areas, Atlanta ranks as the least costly location for business according to a new survey. The 2014 Competitive Alternatives study was created by the audit, tax and advisory firm KPMG LLP. In receiving first-place honors, Atlanta was cited for its low factory lease and transportation costs, as well as low downtown office and suburban ... Read More »
Weathershield Reviews the Differences Between Insert And Full Frame Windows
With all the talk about energy efficiency and tax rebates lately, windows have become a hot topic in the media. Today, the team at Weathershield reviews key differences between full frame and insert windows and explains the benefits of each. Information Nation: Thank you for joining us today and welcome. Weathershield Reviews Team: It’s our pleasure. Information Nation: For our ... Read More »
Sandra Dyche Kim Describes CapSpan’s Work to Reauthorize EB-5
Sandra Dyche Kim works closely with businesses and investors involved in the EB-5 program. When it was set to expire in September of last year, Sandra Dyche Kim and CapSpan took an active part in ensuring the program was extended. A firm advocate for the program she’s seen help so many, Sandra Dyche Kim was proud that CapSpan was part ... Read More »
Staff Interview – Scott Sohr Nashville Favorites: Historic East Nashville
According to Scott Sohr, Nashville entrepreneur, taking a trip to his hometown without learning a little bit about its history is like listening to country music without paying attention to the lyrics. In fact, a well-rounded appreciation of Music City may start as early as 1779, which is the year, says Scott Sohr, Nashville was founded. In the following interview, ... Read More »
Rehak Creative Services on Selecting a B2B Ad Agency
According to Bob Rehak of Rehak Creative Services, choosing the best B2B advertising agency requires thorough research. Rehak Creative Services offers a comprehensive analysis for each of its clients in order to meet their unique needs. In this interview with Information Nation, Rehak Creative Services founder Bob Rehak explains a few standard criteria for selecting the right advertising agency. Information ... Read More »