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Say I Do In Style On 12/12/12 With The Marry Me at 12 Event At The Blackstone, A Chicago Renaissance Hotel

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Chicago, Illinois (PRWEB) December 06, 2012

Atmosphere is everything when it comes to making memorable nuptials. Couples ready to take the plunge or those renewing their vows will find a setting to remember with the Marry Me At 12 event at The Blackstone, A Chicago Renaissance Hotel. The gorgeous, Beaux-Arts landmark on Chicagos South Loop will be setting up a wedding chapel in the historic Barbershop on December 12 at 12:00 p.m., complete with an officiant to marry couples or renew vows. Celebrating couples will be lavished with flowers, Champagne toasts, and upgraded wedding night accommodations for just $ 99 a night.

Say I do or I would do it all over again on December 12, 2012, with the Marry Me At 12 special from The Blackstone, A Chicago Renaissance Hotel, including:

Chicago Internet Marketing Company Announces Affordable Website Design Offering

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Chicago, IL (PRWEB) July 31, 2012

August 1st will mark the official launch of SmartSites, a new concept in affordable website design from the Chicago Internet Marketing company SmartROI Consulting. Citing the need for something more sophisticated than a generic template site and less expensive than custom web design, SmartROI is rolling out the new service on their website and will begin scheduling consultations immediately.

Traditionally, websites created from the ground up have had a very high cost because of the number of hours that it takes to produce the graphics, coding, and other components. The alternative for cost-conscious businesses has always been to go without, to keep an outdated site (both in style and functionality), or to resort to very unprofessional and generic looking template sites.

What we have done is assemble a very flexible set of the most commonly used layouts, and then we listen to the client and customize each project according to their business needs, says Elijah Litscher, Owner of SmartROI Consulting. By repurposing a basic structure, a small business can save hundreds or thousands of dollars on their website investment.

To accomplish this, SmartROI uses modified WordPress themes that have already been created and tested. These WordPress themes can then be tailored to each client, meaning that no SmartSite custom website design will ever look the same. They are each as unique as the businesses that we work with, says Litscher.

WordPress is an open-source content management website design platform, the basis for almost 15 percent of the top million websites in the world, making up nearly one quarter of all new websites created every day. The main benefits of using the WordPress platform are its content management system, its reliability when it comes to being search-engine friendly, and its ability to be rendered universally on mobile devices and tablets.

According to Litscher, Since many of our clients also are in the need of SmartROIs Internet marketing services, it makes sense for us to deliver our SmartSites on a platform that makes it easy for businesses to build great content on their own. Search engines like Google are rewarding sites with great content and modern design with high rankings in their search results, and that can mean a lot of revenue for small businesses.

SmartROI Consulting is a Chicago website design company and Internet marketing service provider. For more information, visit http://www.smartroiconsulting.com or call 312-569-9449.







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Layer One Media Expands to Chicago

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Chicago, IL (PRWEB) August 06, 2012

Digital agency Layer One Media recently opened the doors to their new 5,000 sq. ft. loft space in Chicagos West Loop neighborhood. Established in Milwaukees Third Ward, the agency has created and developed strategic digital marketing tools, intrepid concepts and user experiences for local and national brands such as Dean & DeLuca, GE Healthcare, Kohler, Sargento, Northwestern Mutual and Subzero.

Layer One Media specializes in providing services and ideation to enhance online involvement and interaction. President Brody Buss, Director of Business Development Ryan Janecek, Creative Director Jason Reimer and Director of Operations Scott Hill lead the charge for the competitive third coast player positioned to remarkably extend and diversify their client outreach.

Layer One Media has dedicated two years planning the expansion, seeking to collaborate with agencies, connect with clients and brands, and to support campaigns that will leverage and increase the companys national presence. The studio has already begun developing relationships with agencies with projects in the pipeline including a high-traffic Facebook app for a major consumer brand.

As a boutique digital shop, in order to grow we need forward thinking partners, clients and opportunities, states Buss. Chicago has great advertising agencies that are those forward thinking partners, but they might not have all the digital resources to deliver and thats where we would like to come in.

Layer One Media prides itself on utilizing non-traditional digital marketing tactics for diverse brands across several industries. The company implores proven communication methods, compelling design and technology to engage users and create memorable online experiences true brand impressions. From audience insights and competitive vulnerabilities they make decisions that are grounded in facts and real opportunities for their clients. Capable of fully integrating and collaboratively executing digital concepts, Layer One Media helps clients execute in a measurable way. Measurement and insights are at the core of what they do without sacrificing big ideas and award-winning creative.

The Chicago market is perfect for a creative, niche, ahead-of-the-curve, digital shop like ours, says Buss. Having access to collaborate with agencies and brands in a bigger market allows us to focus on what we do best. As Layer One Medias President, Buss has led the agency since founding it in 2000. Buss is a forward thinking visionary with an ambitious drive for fulfilling and sustaining business growth. He began his career in digital technology recognizing the importance and demand for a digital-only agency with an eye for design. Using a pragmatic approach and a broad understanding of current and emerging technologies, Buss implements business growth strategies, intuitively recognizes the needs of his clients and strives to help them achieve their objectives by building a team of innovators and technologists around him.

For five years Director of Business Development Ryan Janecek has managed the companys client and partner relationships and has helped Layer One win and maintain some of their key clients including Kohler Company, Dean & DeLuca, GE Healthcare, Sargento and Northwestern Mutual. He has extensive experience in technical and solution-orientated sales as well as a long history managing large accounts for fast growing companies and corporations in the technology sector including Cisco Systems, Inc.

Layer One Medias Creative Director Jason Reimer brings over 15 years of design and creative direction to the company. Hes provided creative branding and strategies on active lifestyle brands including Trek Bicycles and Nike Cycling. Reimer joined the company over a year ago and has cultivated Layer Ones team of user experience planners and visual designers to create compelling, branded digital experiences for their clients.

Director of Operations Scott Hill has been with Layer One Media for over two years in charge of production, process, quality and finance. With nearly two decades of management experience in technology and new media, Scott has a unique understanding of management and production strategy in progressive, ever-changing industries. Aside from leading the producer team and attracting top talent to the agency, Scott also leverages his business experience to help deliver strategy and digital tactics for key clients.

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Founded in 2000, Layer One Media is a digital creative agency with offices in Milwaukee and Chicago. Their accomplished digital team redefines their clients marketing trajectory using proven strategies, user-centered design and innovative technologies to activate and build meaningful connections with consumers and business-to-business audiences for clients such as Kohler, GE Healthcare, Northwestern Mutual, Sargento and Dean & DeLuca. The company applies sophisticated intelligence to align with clients goals helping them understand their obstacles, reveal opportunities, connect with new markets and increase their business.

Layer One Media, Advancing Brands Online.







Chicago Porch Construction Expert Shares Advice on Adhering to Porch and Deck Inspection Codes

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Chicago, IL (PRWEB) July 01, 2012

In 2003, sweeping reforms were made by The City of Chicago to ensure the safety of balconies, porches and decks. The City began conducting extensive inspections. As a result, any deck or porch built before 2003 must meet specific codes or property owners will receive a citation from the City of Chicago, altering them they are in violation.

Homeowners, condo associations and management companies should be proactive before they receive a visit from the City Inspectors, said Frank Knight, owner of Mr. Porch. Mr. Porch has built over 400 porches in Chicago and the surrounding area and has never failed an inspection. Renters are finding their questionable decks and porches as a reason to withhold payment from property owners. Tenants are taking note of potential problems with their deck and porch, and notifying their landlord or property owner, said Frank. If no action is taken to make repairs, dwellers can call 311 to request an inspection by a building inspector.

What are inspectors looking for? Building inspectors perform porch and deck inspections, inspecting all elements of the porch including; the joists, beams, columns, stairs, hand and guard rails, ledger boards, connections and footings. All decks and porches must be able to support 100 pounds per square foot.

We perform two on-site inspections with the City of Chicago, one for footing and the second on-site inspection is for the final inspections. We expedite every drawing through the Citys Department of Construction and Permitting. We go to court for our customers for free, we can’t represent you, but we could testify that we have entered into a contract and we are moving forward to bring your building into compliance with the City of Chicago, said Frank.

Mr. Porch can provide architectural designs and plans. They also include a six month maintenance check and 2 year warranty on all porches.

We want to help homeowners get up to code, said Frank. To help, they are offering free inspections and free estimates. If you are not sure about your deck, you can call us up and can let you know if your porch is up to current code, free of charge, said Frank

To learn more about this company, please call their toll free number 877-677-6724 or visit their website http://www.mrporch.com

About Mr. Porch

Mr. Porch services include building and repairing wood porches and decks, steel porches, and fire escape restoration. The best and most affordable in the Chicago area, they offer free estimates, inspections, plans, permits, water sealant, a two-year warranty on all craftsmanship, and a six-month maintenance check-up. They serve the entire Chicago area and the surrounding communities.







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KPMGs Chicago Office Gets New Managing Partner

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(PRWEB) June 22, 2012

Big4.com, the premier social networking forum for professionals and alumni of Accenture, Andersen, BearingPoint, Capgemini, Deloitte, Ernst & Young, KPMG and PricewaterhouseCoopers PwC, reports there will be a new managing partner at KPMGs Chicago office effective July 1.

Big4.com reports Patrick Canning will oversee the expansion of audit, tax and advisory services for KPMGs Chicago area practice. KPMGs Chicagos Office is the firms second largest office, with more than 1,850 partners and employees. Canning succeeds Phil Rohrbaugh who has announced his plans to retire in 2012.

Canning recently led KPMGs opening of a satellite office in Cambridge, Massachusetts solely dedicated to serving emerging technology and life science companies adding to his experience in serving global businesses. Big4.com reports that he has also worked with venture capital and private equity firms and their portfolio companies.

He joined KPMG in 1981 and was admitted to the partnership in 1990. He is also a member of the firms Emerging Business Opportunities Council.

About Big4.com

Big4.com is the accounting, tax, consulting and IT professions premier resource, and has been exclusively focused on Big Four firm professionals and alumni for 10 years, providing high quality content, connectivity and commerce. The Big Four Job Board offers fresh job opportunities clients include the worlds leading companies. Big Four News covers key news, developments, events, survey results, press releases and appointments. The Big Four Blog provides opinion and insight on recent and key developments, news, happenings, management changes, regulations, acquisitions and capital market activities. Big4 Video is a professionally produced news covering key global developments in this space.

Big4.com has a strong presence on key social media platforms:

Youtube: Big4Video is a professionally produced weekly news magazine.

Twitter: twitter.com/big4 has 9,000 followers.

LinkedIn: The Big Four Alumni and Professionals group is the largest corporate and alumni group with 85,000+ members.

Facebook: The Big4 fan page has 5,500 fans at facebook.com/big4page.

Xing: The Big Four Alumni and Professionals group has 1,450+ members.

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Chicago Pneumatic Debuts CP Nano Series Rotary Screw Air Compressors

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Rock Hill, S.C. (PRWEB) June 18, 2012

Chicago Pneumatic, a global leader in portable and stationary compressor technology, today announced the introduction of the new CP Nano Series rotary screw air compressor, built for high-efficiency, continuous operation and reduced operating costs in a compact, workspace-saving design.

The CP Nano Series includes five models ranging from 3-15HP to meet the demands of a wide range of automotive and light industrial applications. Designed to work continuously 24/7 when needed, the CP Nano provides stable air output at 125 psig or 150 psig standard with high-efficiency airends/elements that produce drier, cooler air up to 80 percent cooler than from a comparable piston compressor. It also features load/no-load operation with timed shutdown (CPN 5.0-7.5 single phase, CPN 10-15) to enhance durability and conserve energy.

The CP Nano Series provides customers with an advanced, high-quality rotary screw compressor that has the capacity for continuous operation in a heavy-duty environment like much larger, more expensive compressors, said Ellen Steck, President, Chicago Pneumatic. Yet its reduced footprint, energy efficiency and longer maintenance intervals make the CP Nano Series overall cost of ownership among the most affordable of any compressor on the market.

Each compressors compact dimensions take up less workspace compared to equivalent-power piston compressors. The CP Nano is also engineered with the air intake, air outlet and air cooling on the same side, making installation and ducting easier and less expensive.

When outfitted with an optional integrated refrigerant dryer, the CP Nano produces air that is stored in the receiver before entering the dryer. This design uses less energy and reduces maintenance, load on the dryer and pressure pulsations in the network.

When we were designing the CP Nano, we worked from our customers viewpoints to ensure we thought of everything to make the experience of owning and using the CP Nano as beneficial as possible, Steck said. For instance, all of the CP Nanos key maintenance components belts, air filters and oil filters are placed on one side for easy access and service. And with no wearing parts and longer maintenance intervals, the CP Nano reduces operating costs compared to an equivalent-power piston compressor.

Like all CP rotary screw compressors, the CP Nano Series is backed by a CP Secure 5-year warranty with no contracts or service agreements necessary. (Authorized start-up required.)

Overall, the CP Nano Series brings rotary screw technology and high-efficiency design to customers who are seeking a compressor thats cost-effective and enables their growing business to be even more productive, Steck said. The CP Nano also delivers the same dependable performance that people expect from Chicago Pneumatic.

For more information about the CP Nano Series or to find a distributor near you, please visit http://www.revupcp.com/nano.

About Chicago Pneumatic

Since 1901, the Chicago Pneumatic name has represented high-performance tools and equipment designed for an extensive range of applications. Today, Chicago Pneumatic has a global reach with local customer centers around the world. Chicago Pneumatic tools and air compressors are tailored to the needs of the industrial, vehicle service, and construction markets. Every day, we develop and manufacture new products that are meant not only to meet your demands today, but also tomorrow as well. To learn more about our extensive range of tools, hydraulic attachments, industrial and portable compressors, accessories and workshop equipment, please visit http://www.cp.com.







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