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Kelsey Schnell Joins Identity

kschnell — Mon, 21 Feb 2011 20:51:33 +0000

BINGHAM FARMS, Mich., February 21, 2011 — Kelsey Schnell has joined Bingham Farms, Mich.-based Identity as an account assistant.

As an account assistant, Schnell will provide research assistance, copywriting and media relations support to the firm’s varied client base.

Kelsey Schnell is a 2010 graduate of Ferris State University in Big Rapids, Mich., where he earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration. Currently, Schnell resides in Chesterfield, Mich.

Prior to joining Identity, he worked as editor-in-chief of the Ferris State University newspaper, The Ferris State Torch, and launched a nonprofit website, collegenewsroom.org, to connect college newspapers across the country.

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Jill Miller Re-Appointed to Government Relations Committee of the Electronic Transactions Association

kschnell — Mon, 27 Dec 2010 14:31:43 +0000

SOUTHFIELD, Mich., December 27, 2010 — Jill Miller, an associate with Southfield, Mich.-based Jaffe Raitt Heuer & Weiss, P.C., has been re-appointed to the Government Relations Committee of the Washington, D.C.-based Electronic Transactions Association (ETA). Jaffe CEO Richard Zussman made the announcement.

The ETA is the international trade association serving the needs of companies offering payment transaction processing and related products and services, such as credit and debit card processing, gift cards, and electronic payment systems. Serving companies throughout the United States and internationally, the ETA provides governmental advocacy, education and networking opportunities to its more than 500 member companies.

The Government Relations Committee is responsible for identifying, monitoring and evaluating legislative and regulatory activities at the national and state level, as well as communicating these important messages to members. The committee also plays a prominent role in recommending the advocacy of specific organizational stances based on ETA values. Miller will serve a one-year term on the committee, which will commence January 1, 2011.

Miller is a member of the Firm’s finance practice group. She is a 1993 graduate of Eastern Michigan University and a 2004 cum laude graduate of the Michigan State University College of Law. She is a member of the Oakland County Bar Association,

State Bar of Michigan, American Bar Association, ETA, W.net (Women Networking in Electronic Transactions), Women in Aviation and the National Aircraft Finance Association.

Among the Firm’s practice areas are appellate, aviation, corporate, criminal, e-commerce, electronic banking, employee benefits, environmental, estate planning, family law, financial services, insolvency & reorganization, insurance, intellectual property, information technology, litigation, labor, mergers & acquisitions, mortgage banking, public finance, real estate, securities and tax law.

InStar Services Group Hires 13 New Employees

bziomek — Wed, 03 Nov 2010 17:38:19 +0000

TROY, Mich., November 3, 2010 – Troy, Mich.-based InStar Services Group (InStar), a national disaster restoration and reconstruction firm with 22 offices throughout the country, recently hired 13 new employees. InStar President and CEO Mark Davis made the announcement.

The following individuals joined InStar:

Atlanta, Georgia:

Morlee Sillesky – Account Manager
Melessa Bizzarro – National Account Manager
Russell Rice – Residential Operations Manager

Baltimore, Maryland:

Russell Joseph – Account Manager

Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas:

Clint Richey – Restoration & Warehouse Project Manager

Detroit, Michigan:

Linda Helmick – Collections Manager
Kendra Pond – Controller
Jeremy Risher – Staff Accountant
Jessica Vorhees – Staff Accountant
Patricia Cleland – Staff Accountant
Michele Chittick – Assistant Controller

Southern California:

Charles Erdmann – National Account Manager

Tampa, Florida:

Lexis Wegner – Project Coordinator

“We are proud to welcome so many new faces to the InStar team,” said Davis. “Having opened four new offices this year, with plans to continue our growth, these new members will be a valuable asset to our company and our aggressive expansion.”

About InStar Services Group
With 22 offices and response centers located throughout the United States, InStar Services Group is a leading nationwide provider of disaster recovery services. Specializing in restoration, reconstruction and technical services, InStar provides a single-source solution for businesses and homeowners who have been impacted by any catastrophe, natural or man-made. For more information, visit www.instar.com.

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Jaffe Partner John Decker Named Crain’s 40 Under 40 Honoree

kschnell — Thu, 14 Oct 2010 14:34:20 +0000

SOUTHFIELD, Mich., October 14, 2010 – John P. Decker, partner with Southfield-based Jaffe Raitt Heuer & Weiss, P.C., was recently named a Crain’s Detroit Business “40 Under 40” honoree. Jaffe CEO Richard Zussman made the announcement.

Mr. Decker was selected from more than 300 nominees representing the best and brightest professionals of southeast Michigan. He considers his legal work on the substantial transition of the Detroit Zoo from the city of Detroit to the Detroit Zoological Society as his greatest accomplishment thus far.

As a member of the Firm’s corporate practice group, he specializes in formation, governance and operations, including financing, general contracts, and mergers and acquisitions. He earned his Bachelor’s degree with high distinction from the University of Michigan, his Master’s degree from the London Business School and his Juris Doctor from Harvard Law School.

Mr. Decker has been listed as a Michigan Rising Star consecutively since 2008 by Michigan Super Lawyers Magazine and was previously a Fellow with the Michigan Political Leadership Program.

Currently in its 19^th year, the Crain’s Detroit Business “40 Under 40” list recognizes a multitude of successful area professionals in industries ranging from technology, real estate, consulting and medical, among others.

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Michigan-based Jaffe Raitt Heuer & Weiss is recognized throughout the nation as a relationship-based, highly qualified, full-service business law firm. With an outstanding reputation for providing sophisticated legal services and counsel to businesses of all sizes, family-owned enterprises, individuals and entrepreneurs, Jaffe has more than 100 attorneys in its Southfield, Detroit, Ann Arbor, Naples and Jerusalem offices.
Among the Firm’s practice areas are appellate, aviation, corporate, criminal, e-commerce, electronic banking, employee benefits, environmental, estate planning, family law, financial services, immigration, insolvency & reorganization, insurance, intellectual property, information technology, litigation, labor, mergers & acquisitions, mortgage banking, property tax appeals, public finance, real estate, securities and tax law.

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Jaffe Partner Michael Khoury Featured as Speaker at Information Technology Law Seminar

kschnell — Mon, 27 Sep 2010 14:07:15 +0000

SOUTHFIELD, Mich., September 27, 2010 – Michael S. Khoury, a partner with Southfield-based Jaffe Raitt Heuer & Weiss, P.C., recently served as a featured speaker at the 3^rd annual Michigan Information Technology Law Seminar on September 22, 2010 at St. John’s Inn in Plymouth, Mich. Jaffe CEO Richard Zussman made the announcement.

Mr. Khoury shared his expertise on the intersection of insolvency, information technology and intellectual property laws including, the rights of licensees and licensors after bankruptcy and security interests in intellectual property.

Mr. Khoury is a member of the Firm’s corporate and technology practice groups specializing in computer and information technology, intellectual property and general business and corporate law. He graduated with distinction and honors from the University of Michigan and is a graduate of Wayne State University Law School.

Mr. Khoury has been recognized by Michigan Super Lawyers Magazine consecutively since 2006, a dbusiness Top Lawyer in 2009 and 2010 and serves on the advisory board for the Entrepreneurial Initiative of Southern Michigan. He is the former chair of the Business Law and the Information Technology Law sections of the State Bar of Michigan.

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Mango Languages Introduces Mango Complete v 2.0

kschnell — Thu, 23 Sep 2010 14:15:19 +0000

Enhancements Include New Features and Additional Languages

FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich., September 23, 2010 — Mango Languages today announced the official launch of its newest product, “Mango Complete v 2.0″. The latest installment of what will be a series of several additions to the Mango suite of products in the coming months, Mango Complete v 2.0 builds on the success of the original version by adding several features including new visual images, enhanced interface and voice comparison technologies. The announcement was made by Beverly Cornell, director of marketing for Mango.

Mango Complete v 2.0 will also add a number of languages to the original set. The new courses will bring the total number of languages in the Mango library to 70 by year’s end. The most popular languages currently are Spanish, French, German, Italian, Chinese and Japanese.

The courses are presented with an appreciation for cultural nuance and real-world application that goes beyond teaching vocabulary to integrate components of grammar and culture. The Mango learning model teaches actual conversation, breaking down complex conversational elements with a flexible audio-visual framework that enables the user to draw important connections between pieces of information they have already learned.

Commenting on the launch of Mango Complete v 2.0 program, Cornell said, “We view the launch of Mango Complete v 2.0 as the next step in our mission to remain a leader in our industry. By keeping the elements that made our original program successful and adding new features and languages that were born from the comments and suggestions of our users, we have been able to build a product that sets a new standard and meets the growing needs of our users.”

About Mango Languages
Founded in 2007, Mango Languages is recognized as a leading provider of online language learning services to libraries, educational institutions, government agencies, corporations and the general public. Designed by a team of linguists, teachers, software developers, human interface specialists, writers, voice talents and designers, the company’s award-winning language learning system has drawn acclaim from prominent national and international reference groups, educational resources, Web organizations and travel guides. For more information, visit www.mangolanguages.com or follow Mango Languages on Twitter at www.twitter.com/mangolanguages.

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Identity Appears on Inc. Magazine’s Annual List of the 5,000 Fastest-Growing Businesses for the Fourth Consecutive Year

thulyk — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 13:10:44 +0000

BINGHAM FARMS, Mich., August 25, 2010 — Identity Marketing & Public Relations, a fully integrated public relations agency, has earned a spot on the Inc. 5000 list of the fastest-growing private companies in the country for the fourth consecutive year. Firm principal Paul Kesman made the announcement.

“Growth only happens when you are committed to it,” said Kesman. “By creating a “fully integrated” model and providing our clients with the full range of resources and expertise that are required to achieve their marketing objectives we have demonstrated that commitment. We are pleased to be recognized for the growth that has resulted.”

About Identity
Identity is a fully integrated public relations agency leveraging creativity, talent, relationships and technology to drive strategic communications programs that leave a mark. Founded in 1998, the company provides strategy, counsel and execution in the areas of marketing, public relations, design and new media. Identity is headquartered in the Bingham Office Center in Bingham Farms, Mich.

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Inc.com, the Daily Resource for Entrepreneurs, delivers advice, tools, breaking news, and rich multi-media to help business owners and CEOs start, run and grow their businesses more successfully. Information and advice covering virtually every business and management task, including marketing, sales, finding capital, managing people can be found at http://www.inc.com.

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Arena Grand Movie Theatre to Host Premieres, Filmmakers

kschnell — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 16:52:15 +0000

COLUMBUS, Ohio, July 22, 2010 — Hollywood comes to Columbus as the Arena Grand Movie Theatre features a special screening of “The Dead Matter” on Friday, July 23, and the premiere of the film “Chosin” on Saturday, July 24 in the Arena District.

Producers Robert Kurtzman (“From Dusk Till Dawn,” Hollywood FX Legend) and Gary Jones (“Xena,” “Hercules,” “Boogeyman 3”) will be joining Director/Composer Edward Douglas for a question and answer session following the 7:30 p.m. showing. Additional showings will take place at 2 p.m., 4:30 p.m. and 9:45 p.m. Admission is $9 for adults, $7 for students and seniors.

According to the film’s website, www.thedeadmatter.com, the story takes place when a “guilt ridden young woman desperate to contact her deceased brother discovers a powerful ancient relic that can control the dead. Her dark obsession drags her into the tangled world of two warring vampire lords, each with his own sinister plans for the artifact and a hunter who will stop at nothing to destroy it.”

In recognition of the sixtieth anniversary of the Korean War, filmmakers Brian Iglesias and Anton Sattler will attend the Ohio premiere of “Chosin” at Arena Grand. The Best Documentary Feature winner from the 2010 GI Film Festival recounts the story of 15,000 US soldiers and Marines who found themselves surrounded by an overwhelming force of Chinese soldiers in the frozen mountains of North Korea. The men who survived finally tell their story. Admission for the 6 p.m. premiere is free. To reserve your seat, visit http://conta.cc/dAR1dq.

For more information, call (614) 469-5000 or go to http://www.arenagrand.com. The Arena Grand Movie Theatre is located at 175 W. Nationwide Blvd. in the Arena District.

NRI is the real estate development affiliate of Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company and the developer of the $750 million, mixed-use Arena District in Columbus, Ohio. Directly and through joint ventures, NRI owns more than $1 billion in real estate investments. For more information on the NRI, visit www.nationwiderealtyinvestors.com.

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Hunt Leibert & InStar Services Group Retain Identity

thulyk — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 15:41:09 +0000

BINGHAM FARMS, Mich., July 21, 2010 — Bingham Farms, Mich.-based Identity, a fully integrated public relations agency, announced today that it has expanded its client roster to include Hunt Leibert and InStar Services Group. Identity partner Mark Winter made the announcement.

Joining Identity is:

Hunt Leibert, based in Hartford, Conn., provides legal representation in commercial and residential finance, foreclosure, bankruptcy and mortgage-related litigation in both state and federal courts in Connecticut; and

InStar is based in Troy, Mich. and is a leading nationwide provider of disaster recovery services, specializing in restoration, reconstruction and technical services due to any natural or man-made catastrophe.

“We are happy to announce the addition of Hunt Leibert and InStar to our growing list,” said Winter. “Whether we are servicing our local or out-of-state clients, we take pride in taking a fully integrated approach to maximizing client return.”

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Baker Katz, Castle Meinhold & Stawiarski, & Dialogue Marketing Retain Identity Marketing & Public Relations

thulyk — Tue, 25 May 2010 15:25:59 +0000

BINGHAM FARMS, Mich., May 26, 2010 — Bingham Farms, Mich.-based Identity Marketing & Public Relations, a fully integrated public relations agency, announced today that it has added Baker Katz, Castle Meinhold & Starwiarski, LLC and Dialogue Marketing to its growing client roster. Identity partner Mark Winter made the announcement.

Joining Identity is:

1. Baker Katz is a Houston, Texas-based full-service retail brokerage firm specializing in fund management, project leasing, investment sales and first-class tenant representation;

2. Denver, Colo.-based Castle, Meinhold & Stawiarski provide legal representation in foreclosure, bankruptcy and mortgage-related litigation in both state and federal courts through its offices in the states of AZ, CO, NM, NV, UT and WY; and

3. Based in Auburn Hills, Mich., Dialogue Marketing provides effective customer relationship management programs that enable clients to acquire, retain and support their customers.

“Identity is thrilled to be adding these three new clients to our diverse client base,” said Winter. “As we continue to grow, we take pride in continuing to provide each new addition with the exceptional public relations, marketing, design and new media support that is associated with our firm.”

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Jeff Green Partners Moving to Phoenix

bziomek — Wed, 21 Apr 2010 13:15:11 +0000

PHOENIX, April 21, 2010—Jeff Green Partners, a leading retail real estate consulting firm providing a full spectrum of analytical and interpretive services for property owners and developers, announced today plans to move from Mill Valley, California to Phoenix on May 1. Jeff Green, president and CEO of Jeff Green Partners, made the announcement.

Serving large retailers, developers and shopping centers in the U.S. since 2004, Jeff Green Partners will continue to serve its wide client base from its new office located at 5320 North 26th Street.

“The new office provides many exciting opportunities for the firm. Moving to Phoenix will allow us to expand our services in a growing retail market, while continuing to provide the same top-notch consulting services to our clients across the U.S.,” said Green.

Green leads the firm with more than two decades of retail real estate experience, providing consulting expertise in all phases of shopping center feasibility, redevelopment and long-term viability. Big name retailers and shopping center developers such as Estee Lauder, L.L. Bean Inc., Macerich and RED Development often call upon Green for his expertise and ability to provide comprehensive retail market analyses and sustainable business strategies. Green is also regularly featured in national news and real estate publications for his keen insight regarding current market trends and predictions for the future of the retail real estate industry.

Specializing in a wide range of services, Jeff Green Partners advises clients in all aspects of retail real estate including distressed center repositioning; expansion, planning and investing; location analysis; commercial land use; and, urban redevelopment. The firm also provides one-on-one consulting services to research departments and municipalities seeking an expert opinion.

Jeff Green Partners has recently expanded its services to include medical retail consulting and expansion planning. Helping medical practices secure retail spaces, the firm offers a list of services including site feasibility studies; customer profiling; definition and analysis of trade area; target customer profiling (demographic and psychographic); competitive review; sales forecasting; image analysis; and, overall strategies for new market entry or existing market expansion.

Founded in 2004, Jeff Green Partners combines more than 20 years of retail industry experience to provide comprehensive consulting services to national retailers, developers, shopping centers and, most recently, health care facilities. The firm specializes in shopping center feasibility; distressed center repositioning; retail real estate planning and investing; medical retail consulting; retail market research and strategies; retail expansion planning; location analysis; commercial land use; urban redevelopment; retail master plans; statistical modeling; demographic and lifestyle studies; database development; and, litigation support. For more information, please visit www.jeffgreenpartners.com

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Yana Homutetski Joins Mango Languages as Operations Coordinator

bziomek — Tue, 20 Apr 2010 19:30:23 +0000

FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich., April 20, 2010 – Yana Homutetski has joined Farmington Hills, Mich.-based Mango Languages, a leading provider of online language-learning services, as operations coordinator. Mango Languages CEO Jason Teshuba made the announcement.

As operations coordinator, Homutetski will oversee Mango Language’s internal office management, administrative procedures and customer service initiatives.

“We are pleased to welcome Yana to the Mango Languages team,” said Teshuba. “Her background and skills will be a great asset to our company and enable us to ensure that our office continues to run smoothly and that our commitment to exemplary customer service is maintained.”

Ms. Homutetski earned a dual Bachelor of Arts degree from Michigan State University in Comparative Cultures and Politics and Spanish. She has previously lived in Israel and Ukraine, and speaks fluent Russian, Hebrew, Spanish and English.

Prior to joining Mango, she served as a Membership Representative at the Franklin Athletic Club in Southfield, Mich.

About Mango Languages

Founded in 2007, Mango Languages is recognized as a leading provider of online language learning services to libraries, government agencies, corporations and the general public. Designed by a team of linguists, teachers, software developers, human interface specialists, writers, voice talents and designers, the company’s award-winning language learning system has drawn acclaim from prominent national and international reference groups, educational resources, Web organizations and travel guides. For more information, visit www.mangolanguages.com or follow Mango Languages on Twitter at www.twitter.com/mangolanguages.

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Jennifer Carey Joins Identity

thulyk — Tue, 06 Apr 2010 14:09:11 +0000

BINGHAM FARMS, Mich., April 6, 2010 — Jennifer Carey has joined Bingham Farms, Mich.-based Identity as a production coordinator. Firm principal Paul Kesman made the announcement.

As a production coordinator, Carey is responsible for the management of printing bids, and coordinating the production and delivery of design projects to account executives and clients. Internally, she will also facilitate job traffic and will manage the production timeline. Prior to joining Identity, she served as a designer and production coordinator for The Engravers Journal based in Brighton, Mich. and The Laurinburg Exchange in Laurinburg, N.C. Most recently, Carey worked with Park West Gallery in Southfield, Mich., where she managed its graphics and pre-press departments.

She is a graduate of Wayne State University, where she earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree. She currently resides in Westland, Mich.

“We are pleased to welcome Jennifer to the Identity team,” said Kesman. “She is a great addition to the Design department and will be of much help in coordinating and managing job flow and production.”

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Attorneys Title Agency & Tax Appeal Team Retain Identity

thulyk — Mon, 29 Mar 2010 15:37:40 +0000

BINGHAM FARMS, Mich., March 29, 2010 — Bingham Farms, Mich.-based Identity, a fully integrated public relations agency, announced today that it has added Attorneys Title Agency and Tax Appeal Team to its growing client roster. Identity partner Mark Winter made the announcement.

Joining Identity is:

Attorneys Title Agency, LLC, a Farmington Hills, Mich.-based full-service mortgage title firm, providing comprehensive services to companies and individuals involved in residential real estate transactions; and
Southfield, Mich.-based Tax Appeal Team, which offers a comprehensive online program to guide homeowners each step of the way through constructing a strong Michigan property tax appeal case, and, ultimately, reduce expenses for eligible homeowners.

“It is humbling to continue moving forward with the addition of two new clients,” said Winter. “So far, 2010 has been filled with progress and optimism as we continue to provide our growing client base with exceptional public relations support and counsel.”

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