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Microsoft Social Network "Tulalip" Leaked? Eversave Sold For $30M, SpaceX's Big Rocket Plans, Groupon Coupons Questioned

There's a sketchy leak about a Microsoft social network. Daily deals site Eversave sold for $30M, Sony Ericsson hit by earthquake woes, SpaceX's big rocket future gets going. This and more important news from your Fast Company editors, with updates all day. READ»

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Connecticut Attorney General Leads 30-State Investigation Into Google "Data Grab"

Connecticut's Attorney General led a conference call with more than 30 states to discuss Google's recent Wi-Fi "data grab" blunder. This could get ugly.READ»

Wanna Lead? Learn How To Apologize

After being caught in a series of statements that allowed and encouraged people to believe he served in Vietnam, even though he honorably served in the Marine Corps Reserves during that time, Connecticut Attorney General and ...READ»

Craigslist CEO Responds to Subpoena Citing Prostitution Ads [Update]

Connecticut Attorney General Richard Blumenthal issued a subpoena today to Craigslist over the prostitution ads often displayed in the classifieds Web site's "casual encounters" section. Reports indicate that Craigslist may be ...READ»

Washington Post Google Maps Tracking Rapist

The police and press, usually uneasy bedfellows (see the fifth season of The Wire), have turned to crowd-sourcing in an attempt to solve a series of rapes and assaults that has left authorities in four states baffled. It's probably ...READ»

About Feb. 19, 2010 Connecticut Business Hall Of Fame Statewide Networking Event

AN EXCLUSIVE INVITATION FROM THE CONNECTICUT BUSINESS HALL OF FAME.... ....JOIN US AT CONNECTICUT'S LARGEST MONTHLY BUSINESS NETWORKING. Details About Our Next Statewide Business Networking & Leads Event: You and your guests are invited to join 100 to 150 other business professionals for the Connecticut Business Hall Of Fame Statewide Networking & Leads Event for the "total networking experience". Admission is free -- so mark your calendars now for this valuable networking experience and get connected! All executives from large, medium and small corporations are invited to attend. Remember to bring plenty of promo materials & business cards! Event: Exclusive Statewide Networking & Leads Event Featured Success Spotlights: Jennifer D'Angelo, Heartland Payment Systems; Mike McGarry, Hartford News; John Ferguson, ValuMail. Event Emcees: Ron Dresner, Dennis PR Group; Tom Worth, Calcagni Real Estate & Karen Lavigne, One Communications. When: Friday, February 19, 2010 Time: 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. (Doors open at 7 a.m.) Where: Connecticut Laborers' Council Offices, 475 Ledyard Street, Hartford, CT, Free & Easy Parking. (One minute from the Brainard Rd./Airport Rd. I-91 Exit). There's no need to RSVP, we'll just see you there. The CTBHOF Networking & Leads event is an open networking group that meets on the third Friday of every month. Our only request is that you are a motivated business professional and committed to networking. We'll provide the breakfast and coffee courtesey of David Alan Catering, www.dahospitalitygroup.com. For more information, contact Ron Dresner, Dennis PR Group, ron@dennispr.com, (860) 523.7500. The networking event and related activities are sponsored by the David Alan Catering, RP Web Design Services, Nozik Photography, Make A Wish Foundation of Connecticut, Barter Business Unlimited & Dennis PR Group. READ»

When Choosing The Right Microsoft Dynamics GP Partner, Size Does Matter

Some are too small, some are too big and some are just right. Here’s a tip on how to choose a Microsoft Dynamics GP partner or VAR - make sure you ask 2 questions about size: 1) What size companies do you typically work with as clients? 2) What size organization are you? READ»

Details About Connecticut's Largest Business Networking Event On Friday, June 19, 2009 In Hartford, CT

Connecticut's largest monthly business networking event to be held on Friday, June 19, 2009 in Hartford, CT.READ»

Project FROG's Green Modular School of the Future

Schools aren't immune to rising energy prices, and like other organizations, they are increasingly seeking innovative designs to cut costs and save energy. Project FROG, a manufacturer of smart building systems, is helping The ...READ»

Join Connecticut Business Hall Of Fame For Statewide Networking Event On May 15, 2009

You and your guests are invited to join us at Connecticut's largest monthly business networking event. Meet new business contacts, connect with existing contacts, increase your sales & market your company's goods & services. Event: Connecticut Business Hall Of Fame Statewide Networking Event. Date: Friday, May 15, 2009. Time: 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. (Doors open at 7 a.m.) Place: Connecticut Laborers' Council Offices, 475 Ledyard St., Hartford, CT, free & easy parking. Admission: Free. Featured Speakers: John Ferguson, BThrifty & Allan Ross, Arrowhead Mailing. Topic: "Top Techniques To Increase Your Sales During Challenging Times." Featured Activity: Speed Networking, coordinated by Clare Thain, LeBlanc Consulting. (Bring plenty of extra business cards for this speed networking event). Event Emcee: Ron Dresner, Dennis PR Group. Event Sponsors: Barter Business Unlimited, Dennis PR Group. General Event Information: There's NO need to RSVP, we'll just see you there. Light breakfast served. This is an open & free networking event for ALL motivated business executives that meets on the third Friday each month. General Information: Contact Ron at Dennis PR Group, ron@dennispr.com or visit www.ctbhof.com. READ»

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Ride Your Horse into Newtown, CT

Horses are a part of life here in Newtown.  It's not uncommon to see people in riding clothes (boots and all) or to see horses around town.  There are many horse trails in town - some that cross privately owned land & some ...READ»

New Year's Resolutions & the Spring Real Estate Market

Every year, prospective buyers and sellers ask us "When does the Spring real estate market begin?".  Our answer is always January 2nd! The term "Spring market" is a complete misnomer - a name that doesn't convey its true meaning.  ...READ»