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Home business Empire Tower in Sathorn a showcase of 'trade-retail synergy'

PATCHAREE LUENGUTHAI THE NATION October 17, 2012 1:00 am

A new landmark will appear on Sathorn Road when the property is transformed. A nine-storey building will go up in front of the Empire Tower main office building as a lifestyle centre.

The new building will feature a hybrid of modern and contemporary architecture to facilitate convenient connectivity, business exclusivity, new lifestyles and green landscaping.

The 58-storey Empire Tower, the largest office building in the country, will be renovated to harmonise with the retail centre. The construction and renovation process was commenced early this month and is scheduled for completion in early 2014.

As it is located at the intersection of Sathorn and Narathiwat-Ratchanakarin roads, customers will enjoy easy access, connecting directly from the tower's second level to the Chong Nonsi Skytrain and Sathorn MRT stations.

On ground level, there will be an outdoor walkway canopy at the entrance with sunken court access.

The project will provide a wider and separated drop-off area and concierge, similar to a world-class hotel.

From the conservatorium main lobby, there will be a smooth connection between the business tower and retail space, with access to higher levels through double-storey escalators and a turnstile security system.

With more than 8,500 square metres of space, the retail building will feature a neo-classic, elegant executive lounge. The main intelligence room will accommodate 200 people and there will be six small meeting rooms.

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NEW YORK, Oct. 15, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --The international law firm of Chadbourne & Parke announced today it has moved its Dubai office to prime real estate in the Burj Khalifa District -- the thriving business and financial area crowned by the renowned Burj Khalifa, the world's tallest building.

This year marks the fifth anniversary of Chadbourne's Dubai office. The new Boulevard Plaza office is in excess of 10,000 square feet, and the seven-year lease reflects Chadbourne's continuing commitment to developing its client relationships in the MENA region, and the firm's growing presence in this robust emerging market.

"Chadbourne's Dubai office is the key to our MENA presence," said Dubai office Managing Partner Daniel J. Greenwald. "The new office space will provide us with the room we need to grow as we continue to develop our on-the-ground presence in this dynamic legal and financial center."

"The new Dubai office represents another step in our program of major upgrades to the working environments throughout Chadbourne's international network," said Chadbourne Managing Partner Andrew Giaccia. "In addition to our move to a prime location in Dubai, we have recently built a striking new state of the art office in Istanbul, modernized our Washington DC office to provide collaborative work areas in a contemporary light-filled environment, and signed a 20-year lease for Chadbourne's new global headquarters in midtown New York which will be built out by one of the world's leading architectural firms. The successful completion of these and other such initiatives is consistent with Chadbourne's strategy of investment to better serve our clients worldwide."

Strategically located to serve clients' needs in the Gulf region and throughout the Middle East and North Africa, lawyers in the Dubai office work closely with their colleagues in our New York, Istanbul and London offices to counsel UAE-based and international clients on a broad range of corporate, finance and disputes work, including: mergers and acquisitions, new investments, project finance, international dispute resolution, funds formation, securities compliance and corporate governance.

Chadbourne's Dubai office has been involved in some of the most groundbreaking and complex transactions in the region, including the recent representation of the sponsors, led by ACWA Power International, on the approximately $2 billion debt financing of the Qurayyah independent power project in Saudi Arabia, the largest independent power project in the world. The firm is also representing the State of Kuwait on all legal aspects relating to the competitive procurement of the 1,500 MW and 100MIGD Az-Zour North Independent Water and Power Project, the first IWPP in Kuwait.

The Dubai office is consistently recognized by leading publications for the significant depth and skill that its lawyers bring to cross-border, project finance and dispute resolution matters. Most recently, Chadbourne was ranked by Chambers Global 2012 as a leading law firm in the practices of Projects and Energy in the Middle East, and in Dispute Resolution in the United Arab Emirates.

About Chadbourne & Parke LLP

Chadbourne & Parke LLP, an international law firm headquartered in New York City, provides a full range of legal services, including mergers and acquisitions, securities, project finance, private funds, corporate finance, venture capital and emerging companies, energy/renewable energy, communications and technology, commercial and products liability litigation, arbitration/IDR, securities litigation and regulatory enforcement, special investigations and litigation, intellectual property, antitrust, domestic and international tax, insurance and reinsurance, environmental, real estate, bankruptcy and financial restructuring, executive compensation and employee benefits, employment law, trusts and estates and government contract matters. Major geographical areas of concentration include Russia, Central and Eastern Europe, Turkey, the Middle East and Latin America. The Firm has offices in New York, Washington D.C., Los Angeles, Mexico City, Sao Paulo, London, Moscow, Warsaw, Kyiv, Istanbul, Dubai and Beijing. For additional information, visit http://www.chadbourne.com.

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While the ability to evolve is pivotal in facilitating the survival of brands and service providers, the physical process of change can be difficult to manage in an age of such rapid technological advancement. Despite this, however, there are numerous brands that have evolved considerably during the last decade and subsequently emerged as market leaders in their specific fields of practice. The Swedish furniture brand Ikea is one that embodies this philosophy, with its recent innovations having empowered citizens to fulfill their social and environmental responsibilities.

IKEA: How to Evolve in an Age of Social AwarenessWhile Ikea are best known for the design and sale of affordable furniture, they have also strived hard to evolve beyond the provision of a single, core product. This has been inspired by a vision to construct entire properties and cultivate individual Ikea communities, which the brand hope will be located in major international cities across the globe. The initial stage of this project saw Ikea collaborate with Oregon architectural firm Ideabox in the design of its first flat pack housing structure, which retailed at $86,500 and tapped into the growing social awareness that had developed among U.S. consumers.

Google: Evolving in the Face of Market CompetitionLike Ikea, Google (Nasdaq:GOOG) is another global corporation that has invested both time and money into realizing a long term commercial vision, and as a brand it has evolved consistently since its launch in 1998. That said, it is the intense market competition provided by social media giant Facebook that has proved pivotal in dictating the time frame for Google's recent evolution, with the result that the latter has launched a number of new products and services ahead of schedule. So while Google continues to earn the vast majority of its revenue through its core search engine function, it has also entered into the worlds of social media and publishing with tremendous speed and decidedly mixed results.

Whenever a brand or corporation evolves, there is a strong possibility that it will encounter new competition within the market place. The now long-standing rivalry between Facebook and Google provides a relevant case in point, as it gained significant momentum when the former superseded the latter as the worlds most visited online resource in 2010. Google has subsequently responded with a series of innovations, with those relating to social and professional networking among the most prominent. While some such as Google Buzz have failed, however, Google + has achieved relative success, which proves that the brand remain uniquely equipped to grow and evolve in the face of emerging market challenges.

The rapid and seemingly relentless evolution of Facebook has been blighted by controversy, however, while there are potential factors that may hinder its future growth. Earlier this year for example, certain employers in the U.S. were criticized for requesting social media log in details from potential candidates, which forced Facebook to issue a widespread and public condemnation of the practice. This is an example of how the co-existence of personal and professional accounts has the potential to cause long term issues for the brand, and alongside a falling share price it has encouraged some analysts to predict a bleak future for Facebook and similar sites. Whether this comes to fruition is another matter, however, and for the time being, Facebook remains the most influential and popular online resource in the world.

The Bottom LineBrands such as Ikea, Google and Facebook embody the principle of continual evolution, while also providing insight into the issues facing companies who strive to change in the course of meeting both consumer and market demands. More specifically, their efforts in the face of adversity should serve as a lesson to all aspiring businesses, especially in an age where the global economy is providing a significant obstacle to commercial growth and long-term success. At the time of writing, Lewis Humphries did not own any shares in any company mentioned in this article.

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F5 Networks, Inc. (NASDAQ: FFIV), the global leader in Application Delivery Networking, today announced the appointment of Michael L. Dreyer, Chief Information Officer, Global Head of Technology for Visa Inc., to F5s board of directors.

Mikes expertise and success as an IT executive in a highly complex and competitive industry will bring great value to our board, said John McAdam, President and Chief Executive Officer of F5. We welcome his deep experience in application planning, network architecture, and development, all of which complement F5s overall strategy for market-leading application delivery.

We are very pleased that Mike has agreed to join F5s board, said Alan J. Higginson, Chairman of F5. His experience in a very security-conscious industry and his understanding of F5s technology and competitive position will greatly benefit our team.

Prior to the formation of Visa Inc., Dreyer was chief information officer of Inovant (Visas technology division), where he oversaw the development and management of Visas global systems technology. Named to the position in July 2005, Dreyer was responsible for application planning, architecture, and development in four core areas: transaction services, access and delivery, information services, and program management office/open systems.

Prior to Inovant, Dreyer served as Visa USAs senior vice president of processing and emerging products, developing products and services to provide Visa with competitive differentiation in the marketplace. Prior to that position, Dreyer was senior vice president of commercial solutions for Visa USA, where he oversaw product development and management for the large corporate, middle market, public sector, small business, and business-to-business ecommerce segments.

Before joining Visa in 1998, Dreyer was vice president of the electronic commerce center of excellence for American Express travel-related services. He has also held senior positions at Prime Financial, Inc., Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, Downey Savings, Bank of America, and the Fairmont Hotel Management Company.

Dreyer received an M.B.A. and a B.A. in Psychology from Washington State University.

About F5 Networks

F5 Networks, Inc., the global leader in Application Delivery Networking (ADN), helps the worlds largest enterprises and service providers realize the full value of virtualization, cloud computing, and on-demand IT. F5 solutions help integrate disparate technologies to provide greater control of the infrastructure, improve application delivery and data management, and give users seamless, secure, and accelerated access to applications from their corporate desktops and smart devices. An open architectural framework enables F5 customers to apply business policies at strategic points of control across the IT infrastructure and into the public cloud. F5 products give customers the agility they need to align IT with changing business conditions, deploy scalable solutions on demand, and manage mobile access to data and services. Enterprises, service and cloud providers, and leading online companies worldwide rely on F5 to optimize their IT investments and drive business forward. For more information, go to http://www.f5.com.

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Iraq's cabinet on Tuesday named an interim replacement for the country's central bank chief, who was suspended amid an inquiry over currency manipulation, the premier's spokesman told AFP.

"The cabinet decided to authorise Abdelbassit Turki, the head of the Board of Supreme Audit, to run the central bank indefinitely," Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki's spokesman Ali Mussawi said, adding that Sinan al-Shabibi had been suspended from his post by the country's anti-corruption watchdog.

The watchdog, known as the Integrity Commission, confirmed on Tuesday that it had opened an inquiry into the Central Bank of Iraq (CBI) tied to alleged manipulation of the Iraqi dinar's value against the US dollar.

"I can confirm that we received the Central Bank dossier from the integrity committee in parliament," said Hassan Aati, spokesman for the Integrity Commission.

"It is currently under investigation. The investigation has just started."

Baha al-Araji, the chairman of parliament's anti-corruption committee, said earlier that the investigation was "not about money, but about procedures that led to the weakening of the dinar against the dollar."

Shabibi, who had been in Tokyo to attend a meeting of the International Monetary Fund, was now in Europe, Deputy Governor Mudher Saleh told AFP. He did not provide details of which country or when precisely Shabibi was due to return.

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NORMAL Town leaders hope to attract favorable bids to remodel the former city hall since the work will take place inside over the winter months.

The outcome will determine how much work can be accomplished, because the town only has $100,000 budgeted. Mark Clinch, director of facilities management, said needed work amounts to $434,684.

We will have to see how aggressive the pricing is, said City Manager Mark Peterson at Monday nights city council meeting. If bidding is competitive, we may come back and ask for more money. If not, we will have to lower the scope and do some projects later.

The plan would move the parks and recreation offices from the Linden Street annex to the former council chambers and administrative offices at 100 E. Phoenix Ave., with remodeling estimated at $55,600.

Space formerly used for finance and information technology departments would be used by the police criminal investigation division, with remodeling costs about $100,000.

The bid also would include bringing restrooms in line with Americans with Disabilities Act standards at a cost of $13,073; and remodeling and expanding the police departments womens locker room for $19,516.

Clinch also would like to remodel the police vice unit on the third floor, $132,097; replace carpet, about $26,000; create offices, about $32,000; screen a mens restroom, about $1,500; and upgrade the reception counter, $3,819.

Architectural and engineering costs would amount to about $50,000.

Peterson said the space does not allow much room for growth, even with the work. Were basically catching up and meeting needs, he said.

Councilman Adam Nielsen said if the projects are on a wish list I would become less enamored with it.

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Whether home sweet home could use some insulation for the winter, a bathroom remodel, a new roof or carpet cleaning, Hoxle.com can help homeowners connect with the best local providers in their area. The new site allows contractors to bid on home improvement jobs posted by individuals; homeowners can then select the best contractor for their needs.

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Hoxle was designed to take the work out of finding the right contractor, since users submit a service request and let the contractors come to them. In addition, contractors can bid against one another, potentially driving bids down to the customers benefit.

Hoxle takes the stress out of every home project and gives you the chance to tackle those projects youve been putting off because you didnt want to go through the hassle of finding a contractor, said Craig Green, owner of Hoxle. You can submit anything from building a brand-new home to spreading loads of dirt in your yard, and contractors will compete for your work, which means they have to provide the best possible price to earn your business.

Services offered on Hoxle include: bathroom remodeling, brickwork, cabinet making and refacing, carpentry/woodwork, carpet cleaning, cleaning services, concrete, demolition, dirt/sand work, drywall and sheetrocking, electrical work, equipment repair, fencing and decks, floor installation and cleaning, garage door installation, garages/barns/sheds, general construction, handyman services, heating and air conditioning, home building and inspection, home remodeling, insulation, interior design, kitchen remodeling, land surveying, landscaping, lawn mower repair, lawn and yard work, metal fab and restoration, painting, pest control, plumbing, pool/spas, pressure washing, roofing, siding, tractor work, tree services, wallpaper removal, waterproofing, windows and yard debris removal.

With more and more people deciding to stay in their current homes, the demand for home improvement services is greater than ever, Green said. You shouldnt have to wait or worry to get the home of your dreams. Hoxle is fast, simple and effective, and it can help you find the best contractor for your project.

About Hoxle

Hoxle was developed to connect homeowners and contractors online, giving individuals the ability to select the best contractor for their needs based on their project posting. The site offers a full spectrum of home improvement services for bidding. For more information, please visit http://www.hoxle.com/.

Craig Green Hoxle 409-761-5711 Email Information

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Durabuilt Home Improvements New Website Highlights Services, Photos, and Testimonials as well as Showroom Information

Chicago, IL (PRWEB) October 16, 2012

The website will detail Durabuilt Home Improvements services, products offered, showcase project photos, provide testimonials, special offers, a blog and important contact information, making is easy for customers to find the company and see the work for themselves.

Some of the services detailed on the website include exterior services. Its critical that the exterior of your home is as resilient as it is esthetically pleasing, said Phil. The purpose of siding is to protect your home from harsh weather, especially moisture, insects and biological elements like dust and mold. Durabuilt Home Improvements carry, install and repair, siding, gutters and downspouts, leaf control systems and soffit and fascia.

Remodeling and renovations are in high demand. We offer unique yet practical solutions for a homeowners individual needs, said Phil. Durabuilt Home Improvements is a comprehensive remodeling company offering kitchen and bathroom remodeling and basement refinishing.

Letting the sunshine in will boost the mood in any home. New windows can improve your homes energy efficiency and appearance, said Phil. Double hung windows, sliding windows, bow and bay windows along with entry doors, patio doors, and security doors can be seen in their showroom.

The showroom is open Monday Thursday 9am 5pm and Friday Saturday 9am 4pm. It is located at, 747 Church Road, Suite C-2, Elmhurst, IL 60126. The showroom offers samples of siding, windows and doors. Experienced salesmen can assist customers in selecting the right products, giving homeowners the opportunity to see and feel the actual product installed into their home.

For more information about this company, please call (630)941-1800, or visit them at http://www.elmhurstremodeler.com or http://www.durabuilthi.com.

About Durabuilt Home Improvements

Durabuilt Home Improvements began with one goal in mind, total customer satisfaction. With over 20 years of experience their company has established a reputation for providing exceptional customer care and quality workmanship at competitive prices. Their services include installation of entry doors, window replacement, installation of siding, soffit, fascia, awnings, canopies, kitchen and bath remodeling and basement refinishing. Their showroom features product samples the customer can see and touch. Ownership gets involved with every aspect of the job, from initial sales to installation. They happily serve Elmhurst, Addison, Villa Park, Wheaton, Downers Grove, Naperville and Bloomingdale.

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Roofing contractor Tallahassee, FL company, Roofing Emporium, is now using wind resistant shingles for homeowner installations. This new material upgrade is designed to prevent blown off shingles and shingle deterioration from strong winds.

Tallahassee, Florida (PRWEB) October 16, 2012

Water is one of the most damaging elements to the interior and exterior sections of a home. Studies have been reported that most homeowners are unaware of leaks until visible problems are discovered. The constant rain, hail and solar rays can weaken any roof structure that is not treated with protective materials.

The new materials change made by the Roofing Emporium company will benefit homeowners that have older or newer homes. The wind resistant materials also lock out water intrusions and deflect the solar rays of the sun that can cause weakening of asphalt shingles.

Delays are not uncommon in the roofing industry. From insurance company backups to scheduling conflicts, homeowners could unfortunately wait to receive much needed help. Insurance data is reviewed annually by regulators and more emphasis is put into the hurricane zones in Florida for first responders. Homeowners that live outside of the major cities can be at a disadvantage working with companies that do not often travel outside of the city limits.

The Roofing Emporium contractor database that is used includes contractors that travel to all parts of Northern Florida. This is helping to eliminate roofing company delays as well as insurance adjuster delays.

The Roofing Emporium company expansions are part of a larger initiative to help strengthen the services offered to North Florida homeowners. A large contractor network is now helping Roofing Emporium to expand its services to other areas of Florida and surrounding states.

This is in preparation for the close of the 2012 hurricane season and the start of the 2013 season. The majority of contractors that are now available have the ability to work seven days a week to help solve roofing problems and provide new roof installations for homeowners.

About Roofing Emporium

Contractors working through Roofing Emporium are licensed in the state of Florida. This roofing contracting company offers residential as well as commercial roofing services in North Florida. By being among the first responders, referred contractors from Roofing Emporium are able to assess and repair weather damage faster. These streamlined services have helped to grow this roofing company in Florida. Recent expansions by Roofing Emporium has helped neighboring states near Florida receive these expert contracting services available to homeowners and business owners.

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Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/8vpz66/global_roofing) has announced the addition of the "Global Roofing Products - Market Opportunity and Environment, Analyses and Forecasts to 2016" report to their offering.

In 2011, the global roofing products market valued over US$28 billion, out of which the European market comprised a 35.5% share and was the largest regional market of roofing products in the world. In the same year, the Asia-Pacific and North American markets positioned themselves as the second and the third-largest regional markets, representing respective shares of 34.6% and 21%. The continuing uncertainty in Europe and weak levels of growth in the US, are anticipated to reduce the shares of markets in western regions. This situation is expected to be compounded by growth in demand from the Asia-Pacific region, especially China. Timetric projects that the market shares of Europe and North America will decline to 32.2% and 19.3% respectively in 2016.

Key Highlights

- In 2011, the global roofing products market valued over US$28 billion, out of which the European market comprised a 35.5% share and was the largest regional market of roofing products in the world.

- In 2011, the Chinese roofing products market accounted for a share of 20.4% of the global roofing products market.

- Environmentally-friendly roofing is an emerging trend, with a potential to stand out as an independent industry. Various institutional and commercial buildings are embracing the trend and demand is rising. The market has attracted US$4 billion from venture capitalists in the last 20 years.

- Continuing uncertainty in Europe and weak levels of growth in the US, are anticipated to reduce the shares of these markets. This situation is expected to be compounded by growth in demand from the Asia-Pacific region, especially China.

- Clay roofing products are projected to record a CAGR of 5.73% over the forecast period, followed by bitumen roofing felts and slate tiles, which will record respective CAGRs of 5.42% and 5.23%.

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