New England Tech Wire - May 4, 2009

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NEW ENGLAND TECH WIRE -- May 4, 2009
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o Watertown-based Arsenal Medical Raises $8 Million in Third Round
o Majority of Mass. Legislators Urge Approval for Cape Wind by Interior Secretary
o MIT Researchers Develop Tiny Gold Particles to Kill Tumor Cells
o Framingham-based IDG Communications Consolidates, Cuts 8% of U.S. Staff
o Waltham-based Inverness Medical Plan s$200 Million Public Offering

o Briefly Noted: Johnston Blakely & Co., Perceptive Informatics, DCU Center
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JOB LISTINGS
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--Chief Financial Officer
--Business Development Specialist (Financial District)
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Social Media Marketing Associate
--Marketing and Sales Support Analyst


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Capital Connection '09 – Washington, DC - Open to All Company-Builders!
--2009 IEEE Conference on Technologies for Homeland Security
--Digital Media Conference - June 25 - Washington, DC
--Experienced Business Lawyer
--Simmons School of Management Leadership Conference

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o Watertown-based Arsenal Medical Raises $8 Million in Third Round

Watertown, Mass. -- Arsenal Medical, a Watertown-based medical technology company, has raised $8 million in its third round of venture capital, according to a report in VentureWire on Monday. Operating in “stealth mode,” Arsenal previously was called WMR Biomedical. The company is developing “localized pro-healing therapies with low-risk, known regulatory pathways to market.” Arsenal is focusing on products for cardiovascular disease first.
http://www.arsenalmedical.com/
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o Majority of Mass. Legislators Urge Approval for Cape Wind by Interior Secretary

Boston -- A majority of the members of the Massachusetts Legislature -- 107 in total -- have signed onto a letter to Interior Secretary Ken Salazar urging him to approve the Cape Wind project “as soon as possible,” according to an announcement on Monday. Cape Wind’s proposal is to build America’s first offshore wind farm on Horseshoe Shoal, which would provide three-quarters of the electricity used on Cape Cod and the surrounding islands. Salazar is expected to issue a “record of decision” on Cape Wind in the near future. The Minerals Management Service of the U.S. Department of Interior issued Cape Wind a favorable final environmental impact statement in January. In March, the Massachusetts Energy Facilities Siting Board voted unanimously to issue Cape Wind a “Composite Certificate” that will finalize state permitting.
http://www.capewind.org
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o MIT Researchers Develop Tiny Gold Particles to Kill Tumor Cells

Cambridge, Mass. -- MIT researchers have developed tiny gold particles that can home in on tumors destroy tumors by emitting heat, with minimal side effects, according to a report by the university’s news office on Monday. Called gold nanorods, the particles could diagnose as well as treat tumors, according to graduate student Geoffrey von Maltzahn, who developed the technology with Sangeeta Bhatia, a professor in the Harvard-MIT Division of Health Sciences and Technology. Most cancer patients today are treated with chemotherapy and/or radiation, which can have debilitating side effects.
http://web.mit.edu/newsoffice/2009/gold-cancer-0504.html
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o Framingham-based IDG Communications Consolidates, Cuts 8% of U.S. Staff

Framingham, Mass. – IDG Communications, a Framingham-based provider of market intelligence, advisory services, and events for the information technology, telecommunications, and consumer technology markets, has consolidated staff for some of its main brands into one business unit that now includes the CIO, Computerworld, InfoWorld, Network World, CSO, IT World and Industry Standard titles. As a result of the restructuring, about 8% of the company’s U.S. workforce has been cut, according to a report in Folio magazine. “IDG Communications began resource sharing among its b-to-b media brands several years ago when it transitioned from a print publishing to web-centric business model,” the company said in a statement, contained in the Folio report. “This restructuring completes that process and will ensure that IDG’s b-to-b brands are staffed to rapidly and effectively meet technology marketers’ need for creative, multimedia marketing programs and related services.”
http://mobile.foliomag.com/Top_Story/3138/;jsessionid=9624A317DA0C7AC9774164E3B27637FE.folio1
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o Waltham-based Inverness Medical Plan s$200 Million Public Offering

Waltham, Mass. -- Inverness Medical Innovations, a Waltham-based developer of patient diagnosis, monitoring and health management technology, announced on Monday that it intends to raise $200 million in a public offering of debt. The company said it intends to use the proceeds from the offering primarily for general corporate purposes. Inverness Medical’s products are designed to help patients take charge of improving their health and quality of life at home.
http://finance.yahoo.com/news/Inverness-Medical-Innovations-prnews-15115869.html?.v=1
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o Briefly Noted:

(Boston) Johnston Blakely & Co., a Boston-based life science investment bank, announced on Monday that John L. Brooks, III has joined the firm as senior advisor. Brooks co-founded the venture capital firm Prism Venture Partners, where he worked for ten years.
http://www.johnstonblakely.com/  

(Boston) Perceptive Informatics, a provider of e-clinical technologies, announced that it has developed a “robust medical imaging methodology” for central nervous system clinical trials involving Alzheimer's disease. The method, based on measuring ventricular size, provides a new approach to monitor brain atrophy in Alzheimer's disease and potential treatment effects, the company said.
http://www.perceptive.com/product/imaging/index-medical-imaging.html

(Worcester, Mass.) On Tuesday, May 12 at the DCU Center in Worcester, businesses from around the state will gather to learn from other companies leading the charge to energy efficiency. Companies including Staples, Pfizer, Raytheon, Boston Sand & Gravel and Kirkland Cleaners will share strategies for energy efficiency based on successful projects they have already undertaken.
http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20090504006057/en

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> Financial Officer

Synacor, Inc. provides an Internet platform and a portfolio of digital content and services for the broadband service providers. With an impressive track record and an exciting growth story on the horizon, Synacor is looking for a strategic chief financial officer to join its senior management team. This key executive will be accountable for establishing and leading the financial organization to influence significant growth and effect change across the organization while closely managing the organization's relationship with its investors. Of overarching importance, the company is looking for someone who is entrepreneurial, extremely driven, successful, can move things along and does not take no for an answer. The chief financial (CFO) should have a strong orientation toward profitable growth and inspire both confidence and a “can do” attitude throughout the organization. The CFO is expected to have sufficient experience in the media, technology, or software industry ideally combined with a financial leadership role within both public and equity backed organizations. Send resumes to lnance@synacor.com
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> Business Specialist (Financial District)


A growing full-fledged marketing firm is seeking motivated individuals interested in a career in sales and business development. TSL is located in the heart of Boston’s Financial District, and has been helping notable companies increase sales and acquire new customers for 10 years. TSL is a growing company with U.S. offices in Boston and Maryland. We are looking for hard working individuals with skills who are looking to jump start their career. Lead generation is a key component for the position, which requires strong communication skills; both written and verbal. Tremendous growth potential. Base salary with unlimited commission. Excellent bonus structure. Fun friendly work environment. Daily, weekly, and monthly incentives. Benefits (401k, health, dental, PTO). Must have an Associates degree, Bachelors a plus; 4-5 years of sales experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Access, Outlook, and Excel applications is a plus. Please send your professional resume to hr@tslmarketing.com Visit us online at www.tslmarketing.com
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> Social Media Associate

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a team of renowned industry analysts and advisors to help us build our social media brand. Bersin & Associates is a premier provider of business research and advisory services to corporate human resources, training, and recruiting leaders. Our company is well known throughout the world and we are seeking a high-energy, internet-savvy individual to help us build our brand in the social media. Requirements and Background: An avid fan and user of social networking systems. Hard-working, looking to grow your experience in business and marketing as well as social media. Excellent writing skills and ability to summarize information and write hard-hitting business copy. Willingness to work from home in a fast-paced, highly stimulating, team-based environment. Interest and background in business, human resources, training, and recruiting. Self-starter, well organized, and highly quality focused. Some experience in publishing, marketing or customer service. This is an excellent opportunity for someone building their career in social media, marketing, and publishing. How to Apply: Please include your bio, background and several writing samples of your work. Tell us about your experiences and interest in social media and why you believe you would be an excellent candidate. For more information on Bersin & Associates, please visit http://www.bersin.com
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> Marketing and Sales Analyst (Wakefield)

Primax of Wakefield, Massachusetts offers a wide range of business services that meet the credit card and debit card needs of businesses and financial institutions throughout North America and the Caribbean. Since our inception in 1981, we have prided ourselves on providing our employees a solid career path in a secure and nurturing environment. Minimum 5 – 7 years experience supporting a sales-related financial services situation. Desired experience in a comparable position internally, or specific experience in the payments industry. Ability to attain “expert” level in Microsoft products Excel, Word and PowerPoint. Exceptional understanding of preparing cost estimates and pricing comparisons. Outstanding customer service and organizational skills required. Demonstrated ability to bring projects to a successful completion. Excellent oral and written communication skills. College degree desirable but not required. Ability and willingness to work independently. Monitor and research various sales channels for new prospects. Overall proficiency and understanding of, or willingness and capability to write and prepare Requests for Proposals (RFP) and pricing comparisons. Knowledge of how to conduct general research of a prospect, products and/or competitors. Willingness to develop an understanding and improve day-to-day knowledge of current events in the payments industry. Advanced spreadsheet and word processing skills are a must. For more information on Primax, please visit us at www.primaxpayments.com Send resumes to careers@primaxpayments.com

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> Capital Connection '09 – , DC - Open to All Company-Builders!

Register TODAY to attend MAVA’s Capital Connection ‘09, the East Coast’s premier business and investor conference, May 26-27 in Washington, DC. Open to all those who develop, build, sell, buy, supply, advise and influence innovative technology businesses. Join us in the nation’s capital to hear from new federal CIO Vivek Kundra, Blackboard’s Michael Chasen, GigaOM’s Om Malik and leading entrepreneurs. Learn more about the federal stimulus programs. See the latest technology innovations in IT, cybersecurity, health care IT, green tech and more. Connect with top entrepreneurs, investors, advisors and public-sector decision-makers. Capital Connection ‘09 – the place to grow your business! For more information, visit http://www.capitalconnection.org Contact MAVA@mava.org or call 703.506.9300.
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> 2009 IEEE Conference on for Homeland Security

Melissa Hathaway, Acting Senior Director for Cyberspace at the National Security Council and the White House Homeland Security Council, plans to give the Administration's perspective on new initiatives and Rear Admiral Richard Gurnon, USMS, the President of the Massachusetts Maritime Academy will speak on the Maersk Alabama incident and the latest threats to shipping on the high seas. Produced with technical assistance from the U.S. DHS, the Domestic Nuclear. Detection Organization, the U.S. Department of Energy, National Nuclear Security Administration, and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Science and Technology Directorate. It will feature speakers from government, industry, universities, national laboratories and small businesses. May 11-12, 2009. Waltham, MA. For more information, please visit the conference website: www.ieeehomelandsecurityconference.org Send inquiries to information@ieeehomelandsecurityconference.org
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> Digital Conference - June 25 - Washington, DC


Tech Wire Media will be holding its sixth annual Digital Media Conference on June 25, 2009, at the Ritz Carlton, Tysons Corner, located about 10 miles from downtown Washington, DC. The Washington Post has called the annual event "a confab of powerful communicators and content providers in the region." The event will feature nine panel discussions, four keynotes, and several networking breaks. For more information, go to: http://www.digitalmediaconference.com/east/
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> Experienced Business

I have been a business attorney since 1982. I bring big firm thoroughness, expertise and experience to high tech businesses. I provide personal, quick turnaround of all work. There are no layers of lawyers to deal with (and pay for). I specialize in business transactions, corporate, securities, mergers and acquisitions, high tech, and intellectual property law. My rates are flexible and significantly lower than downtown firms. Send inquiries to larrykletter@kletterlawoffice.com
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> School of Management Leadership Conference - May 2, 2009


Celebrating its 30th year, the Simmons Leadership Conference is the preeminent women's leadership forum in the country and annually attracts a global audience of leading business and professional women. The day-long event provides an exceptional roster of speakers who participate in thought-provoking seminars and workshops, and significant networking opportunities. Keynote Speakers: Diane Keaton - Oscar-winning actress, Maxine Clark - founder and chief executive bear of Build-A-Bear Workshop, Charlayne Hunter-Gault - one of the world's top journalists. Signature Dialogue: Realizing Worldwide Human Rights, Mary Robinson - founder of The Ethical Globalization Initiative; former President of Ireland, Interviewed by Charlayne Hunter-Gault. Saturday, May 2 7:30a to 5:30p at Seaport Hotel: Seaport World Trade Center Boston, Boston, MA. Price: General Public - $485; Simmons alum and students - $340. More information at: http://www.simmons.edu/leadership/index.html
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