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Business New England Tech Wire 2009 NEW ENGLAND TECH WIRE -- Oct. 9, 2009
NEW ENGLAND TECH WIRE -- Oct. 9, 2009
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NEW ENGLAND TECH WIRE -- Oct. 9, 2009
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o Woburn-based Inmagic Raises $1.8 Million More for Edison Venture Fund
o Berkshire Partners Invests $125 Million in United BioSource
o Boston-based Paratek to Get up to $485 Million in Deal with Novartis
o DOE Announces $87 Million in Funding to Support Solar Energy Tech
o Boston-based Outside GC Launches Patent Firm
o Briefly Noted: BiG, Dow Jones Private Equity Analyst, INVO
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JOB LISTINGS (full listings at bottom of newsletter):
--Director of Premium Products and Services, Buffalo NY
--Director of Usability - Buffalo NY
--Search Engine Marketing Specialist - Boston
--Business Development Specialist (Financial District)
EVENT AND TECH MARKETPLACE LISTINGS (full listings at bottom):
--Inflection Point Systems’ Nearshore Software Development Services
--Effective Website Strategies for Highly Regulated Companies
--2009 Clean Energy and Smart Grid Directory
--Advertise on New England Tech Wire and Reach More than 9,000 Subscribers
Ad Descriptions Below Briefly Noted Section
Post an Ad: http://www.newenglandtechwire.
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o Woburn-based Inmagic Raises $1.8 Million More for Edison Venture Fund
Woburn, Mass. – Inmagic, a Woburn-based provider of information management, library and social knowledge network software, has received a $1.8 million follow-on investment of venture capital from Edison Venture Fund. Founded in 1984, Inmagic offers web-based software that catalogs, searches, retrieves and publishes a range of content. With the latest investment, Edison has backed Inmagic with a total of $6.8 million.
http://www.edisonventure.com/
http://www.inmagic.com
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o Berkshire Partners Invests $125 Million in United BioSource
Boston -- United BioSource Corp. (UBC), a Bethesda-based provider of services designed to help life science companies develop and commercialize medical products, said that it has landed a new $125 million equity investment from Boston-based private equity firmBerkshire Partners. The six-year-old company, which now offices in more than 20 countries and over 1,300 employees, said that it will use the proceeds to continue its rapid expansion. Formed in 2003, UBC helps life sciences companies determine the safety, economic value and medical effectiveness of their medical products.
www.berkshirepartners.com
http://www.unitedbiosource.com
http://www.unitedbiosource.
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o Boston-based Paratek to Get up to $485 Million in Deal with Novartis
Boston -- Paratek Pharmaceuticals, a privately held, Boston-based biopharmaceutical company, has signed a deal with Novartis in which it will receive up to $485 million in upfront and milestone payments in exchange for exclusive worldwide rights to a Paratek antibiotic product currently in clinical trials. Under the agreement, both companies will share responsibility and costs for developing the product candidate, PTK 0796. Paratek will be eligible to receive future milestone payments, and will also receive a royalty on net sales of the product around the world.
http://www.novartis.com/
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o DOE Announces $87 Million in Funding to Support Solar Energy Tech
Washington, DC -- Looking to speed the adoption of solar energy nationwide, theDepartment of Energy has announced $87 million in funding to support the development of new solar technologies, as well as the deployment of available carbon-free solar energy systems. The funding, which includes $50 million from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (the federal stimulus) will back 47 projects with universities, electric utilities, national labs and local governments. The goal of the project is to make solar cost-competitive with other forms of electricity by 2015. "The projects will help accelerate the use of solar energy by residents, businesses and communities, and promote the long-term viability of solar energy by investing in the technologies of the future," said Energy Secretary Steven Chu.
http://www.energy.gov/
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o Boston-based Outside GC Launches Patent Firm
Boston -- Outside GC, a provider of “on-demand in-house” legal counsel services, on Friday announced the launch of its sister firm, Patent GC, which offers patent legal services. Founded in 2002, Outside GC provides senior in-house legal counsel services, including negotiating and drafting customer, vendor and distribution agreements; debt and equity financing transactions; employee matters; dispute resolution short of litigation; and merger and acquisitions. The firm has about 25 attorneys in Massachusetts, Connecticut, New York and Colorado. The new sister firm, Patent GC, will be comprised exclusively of patent lawyers with significant in-house experience who have practiced law for at least ten years, the announcement said.
http://www.patentgc.com
http://www.outsidegc.com
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o Briefly Noted:
(Boston) Mayor Thomas M. Menino, workforce development officials, employers, non-profits, and community residents met in Mattapan on Thursday for a green jobs rally in support of the city’s application for a $4 million ARRA labor grant. “The Boston partnership of the Mayor’s Office of Jobs & Community Services and the Boston Private Industry Council recently submitted its application for what it is calling the Blue in Green Initiative (BiG), a program that is designed to build pathways out of poverty and into a green economy for residents of the Blue Hill Avenue corridor of Boston,” an announcement said.
http://www.cityofboston.gov/
(New York) U.S. private equity fundraising dropped 70% in the third quarter, with firms closing just 72 funds worth $25.2 billion, according to new figures from Dow Jones Private Equity Analyst. While leveraged buyout and corporate finance funds continue to attract the largest proportion of capital investment, venture capital fundraising through the first three quarters is now at its lowest level since 2003, raising $8.0 billion across 83 funds. "Even as a boost in public markets provided some respite to limited partners' liquidity issues, many continue to give general partners the cold shoulder," said Jennifer Rossa, the managing editor of Dow Jones Private Equity Analyst. The complete report is available at the link below.
http://www.prnewswire.com/
(Beverly, Mass.) INVO Bioscience, a Beverly-based medical device company focused on treatment options for patients diagnosed with infertility, announced that on September 29, 2009 the birth of the first baby conceived by its INVO procedure and INVOcell device. The mother is a 40 year old Pakistan woman who had suffered from infertility for 16 years.
http://www.invobioscience.com
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Job Listings:
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To Post in Job/Event/Marketplace: http://www.newenglandtechwire.
9,000 subscribers: 5 day ad: $120--10 day ad: $175--20 day - $300
> Director of Products and Services, Buffalo NY
We are seeking a Director of Premium Products and Services that will work closely with the Executive Team to define the overall strategy on Premium Products and Services of Synacor. The Director of Premium Products and Services will lead the Product Management and Engineering teams to deliver compelling product offerings by executing the defined strategy. The ideal candidate must deeply understand the business strategy around premium services in the Internet Service Provider space. They will also be responsible for combining the business strategy with an assessment of user needs and define the product strategy for premium products & services that can be monetized in free-mium model and/or effective tier-ing with high speed internet connections. Apply online atwww.synacor.com/jobs
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> Director of - Buffalo NY
We are currently in search of a Director of Usability who will be responsible for setting the visual design direction and standards for Synacor products and services. The Director of Usability will also evaluate new and existing online content and applications, recommending improvements to enhance user experience. You can expect to collaborate with Product teams and Engineering teams in the planning and development of effective online solutions, as well as contribute to online usability standards to ensure that Synacor products offer an efficient, effective and consistent user experience. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of five years of online usability experience as well as a proven significant amount of experience with user experience design, including interaction design and usability research, with a consumer-facing internet company or web design consulting firm/agency. Send resumes to jcalabrese@synacor.com
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> Search Engine Specialist - Boston
Boston Logic Technology Partners is a technology and marketing consultancy providing online marketing, web development, and IT consulting. We are looking for a Search Engine Marketing Specialist to join our team. The Search Engine Marketing Specialist will work with clients and Boston Logic staff to manage and develop online marketing initiatives for our clients. The Search Engine Marketing Specialist will be responsible for the planning and execution of campaigns involving Search Engine Optimization, Pay Per Click management, and email marketing campaign design, implementation, and tracking. Require: Working knowledge of pay-per-click advertising systems including Adwords and Overture. Google Adwords Qualified is a plus! Understanding of search engine marketing strategy, experience with industry standard analytics packages and metrics. You should have experience interacting with clients and effectively communicating with several parties to achieve results. You should have 2+ years of demonstrated success in an internet marketing role. Knowledge of search engine marketing, pay per click, email marketing, web analytics and market intelligence are must haves. The ideal candidate will not only have strong technical skills, but also demonstrate superior client interaction, communication, and time management capabilities. Experience in real estate is also helpful. Interested candidates may submit their resume to: techjobs@bostonlogic.com Learn more about us at: http://www.bostonlogic.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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Event and Tech Marketplace Listings:
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To Post in Job/Event/Marketplace: http://www.newenglandtechwire.
9,000 subscribers: 5 day ad: $120--10 day ad: $175--20 day - $300
> Inflection Point Systems’ Nearshore Software Services
Inflection Point is a world-class software consulting and product development company founded in 2003 in Columbia, Maryland with a software development center in Monterrey, Mexico. We help companies in all stages, from start-ups to mature businesses, turn their innovative ideas into superbly-executed software applications. From definition and initial concept, to architecture, testing, deployment and support, Inflection Point works as a seamless extension of your company to accelerate product development without compromising quality. For more information, please visit http://www.ipointsystems.com
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> Effective Website Strategies for Highly Companies
Whether you are a pre-market biotech company trying to convey your new brand or an established pharmaceutical manufacturer looking to recruit physicians or patients, your website will be one of the first impressions of your brand. The challenge for companies in these highly regulated industries is maintaining a clear, consistent messaging while adhering to regulatory protocol. To address that challenge, Boston Interactive and Sitecore are offering a free workshop that focuses on optimizing website usability, design, and multimedia to align with your company’s lifecycle. This free workshop will be at the Hilton Woburn/Boston on Thursday October 1st from 9am to 11am. Register today athttp://www.bostoninteractive.
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> 2009 Clean and Smart Grid Directory
The 2009 Clean Energy and Smart Grid Directory is the ideal tool for sourcing industry contacts, identifying key decision makers and building networks in the clean energy and smart grid fields. Included in the listings is contact info for over 3,500 individual business executives and managers, as well as for key officials at the U.S. Department of Energy and relevant energy agencies in all 50 states. For sample pages and screen shots of the database, go to: www.smartenergygroup.org To reserve your copy of the 2009 Clean Energy and Smart Grid Directory, please visit our website at www.smartenergygroup.org
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> on New England Tech Wire and Reach More than 9,000 Subscribers
New England Tech Wire has over 9,000 subscribers who rely on it for their daily briefing of local technology news. New England Tech Wire has various advertising offerings ideal for jobs listings, events, service offerings, and office space for rent. For more info, go to:http://www.newenglandtechwire.
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To Subscribe: www.newenglandtechwire.com
o Woburn-based Inmagic Raises $1.8 Million More for Edison Venture Fund
o Berkshire Partners Invests $125 Million in United BioSource
o Boston-based Paratek to Get up to $485 Million in Deal with Novartis
o DOE Announces $87 Million in Funding to Support Solar Energy Tech
o Boston-based Outside GC Launches Patent Firm
o Briefly Noted: BiG, Dow Jones Private Equity Analyst, INVO
______________________________
JOB LISTINGS (full listings at bottom of newsletter):
--Director of Premium Products and Services, Buffalo NY
--Director of Usability - Buffalo NY
--Search Engine Marketing Specialist - Boston
--Business Development Specialist (Financial District)
EVENT AND TECH MARKETPLACE LISTINGS (full listings at bottom):
--Inflection Point Systems’ Nearshore Software Development Services
--Effective Website Strategies for Highly Regulated Companies
--2009 Clean Energy and Smart Grid Directory
--Advertise on New England Tech Wire and Reach More than 9,000 Subscribers
Ad Descriptions Below Briefly Noted Section
Post an Ad: http://www.newenglandtechwire.
______________________________
o Woburn-based Inmagic Raises $1.8 Million More for Edison Venture Fund
Woburn, Mass. – Inmagic, a Woburn-based provider of information management, library and social knowledge network software, has received a $1.8 million follow-on investment of venture capital from Edison Venture Fund. Founded in 1984, Inmagic offers web-based software that catalogs, searches, retrieves and publishes a range of content. With the latest investment, Edison has backed Inmagic with a total of $6.8 million.
http://www.edisonventure.com/
http://www.inmagic.com
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o Berkshire Partners Invests $125 Million in United BioSource
Boston -- United BioSource Corp. (UBC), a Bethesda-based provider of services designed to help life science companies develop and commercialize medical products, said that it has landed a new $125 million equity investment from Boston-based private equity firmBerkshire Partners. The six-year-old company, which now offices in more than 20 countries and over 1,300 employees, said that it will use the proceeds to continue its rapid expansion. Formed in 2003, UBC helps life sciences companies determine the safety, economic value and medical effectiveness of their medical products.
www.berkshirepartners.com
http://www.unitedbiosource.com
http://www.unitedbiosource.
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o Boston-based Paratek to Get up to $485 Million in Deal with Novartis
Boston -- Paratek Pharmaceuticals, a privately held, Boston-based biopharmaceutical company, has signed a deal with Novartis in which it will receive up to $485 million in upfront and milestone payments in exchange for exclusive worldwide rights to a Paratek antibiotic product currently in clinical trials. Under the agreement, both companies will share responsibility and costs for developing the product candidate, PTK 0796. Paratek will be eligible to receive future milestone payments, and will also receive a royalty on net sales of the product around the world.
http://www.novartis.com/
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o DOE Announces $87 Million in Funding to Support Solar Energy Tech
Washington, DC -- Looking to speed the adoption of solar energy nationwide, theDepartment of Energy has announced $87 million in funding to support the development of new solar technologies, as well as the deployment of available carbon-free solar energy systems. The funding, which includes $50 million from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (the federal stimulus) will back 47 projects with universities, electric utilities, national labs and local governments. The goal of the project is to make solar cost-competitive with other forms of electricity by 2015. "The projects will help accelerate the use of solar energy by residents, businesses and communities, and promote the long-term viability of solar energy by investing in the technologies of the future," said Energy Secretary Steven Chu.
http://www.energy.gov/
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o Boston-based Outside GC Launches Patent Firm
Boston -- Outside GC, a provider of “on-demand in-house” legal counsel services, on Friday announced the launch of its sister firm, Patent GC, which offers patent legal services. Founded in 2002, Outside GC provides senior in-house legal counsel services, including negotiating and drafting customer, vendor and distribution agreements; debt and equity financing transactions; employee matters; dispute resolution short of litigation; and merger and acquisitions. The firm has about 25 attorneys in Massachusetts, Connecticut, New York and Colorado. The new sister firm, Patent GC, will be comprised exclusively of patent lawyers with significant in-house experience who have practiced law for at least ten years, the announcement said.
http://www.patentgc.com
http://www.outsidegc.com
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o Briefly Noted:
(Boston) Mayor Thomas M. Menino, workforce development officials, employers, non-profits, and community residents met in Mattapan on Thursday for a green jobs rally in support of the city’s application for a $4 million ARRA labor grant. “The Boston partnership of the Mayor’s Office of Jobs & Community Services and the Boston Private Industry Council recently submitted its application for what it is calling the Blue in Green Initiative (BiG), a program that is designed to build pathways out of poverty and into a green economy for residents of the Blue Hill Avenue corridor of Boston,” an announcement said.
http://www.cityofboston.gov/
(New York) U.S. private equity fundraising dropped 70% in the third quarter, with firms closing just 72 funds worth $25.2 billion, according to new figures from Dow Jones Private Equity Analyst. While leveraged buyout and corporate finance funds continue to attract the largest proportion of capital investment, venture capital fundraising through the first three quarters is now at its lowest level since 2003, raising $8.0 billion across 83 funds. "Even as a boost in public markets provided some respite to limited partners' liquidity issues, many continue to give general partners the cold shoulder," said Jennifer Rossa, the managing editor of Dow Jones Private Equity Analyst. The complete report is available at the link below.
http://www.prnewswire.com/
(Beverly, Mass.) INVO Bioscience, a Beverly-based medical device company focused on treatment options for patients diagnosed with infertility, announced that on September 29, 2009 the birth of the first baby conceived by its INVO procedure and INVOcell device. The mother is a 40 year old Pakistan woman who had suffered from infertility for 16 years.
http://www.invobioscience.com
==============================
Job Listings:
==============================
To Post in Job/Event/Marketplace: http://www.newenglandtechwire.
9,000 subscribers: 5 day ad: $120--10 day ad: $175--20 day - $300
> Director of Products and Services, Buffalo NY
We are seeking a Director of Premium Products and Services that will work closely with the Executive Team to define the overall strategy on Premium Products and Services of Synacor. The Director of Premium Products and Services will lead the Product Management and Engineering teams to deliver compelling product offerings by executing the defined strategy. The ideal candidate must deeply understand the business strategy around premium services in the Internet Service Provider space. They will also be responsible for combining the business strategy with an assessment of user needs and define the product strategy for premium products & services that can be monetized in free-mium model and/or effective tier-ing with high speed internet connections. Apply online atwww.synacor.com/jobs
______________________________
> Director of - Buffalo NY
We are currently in search of a Director of Usability who will be responsible for setting the visual design direction and standards for Synacor products and services. The Director of Usability will also evaluate new and existing online content and applications, recommending improvements to enhance user experience. You can expect to collaborate with Product teams and Engineering teams in the planning and development of effective online solutions, as well as contribute to online usability standards to ensure that Synacor products offer an efficient, effective and consistent user experience. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of five years of online usability experience as well as a proven significant amount of experience with user experience design, including interaction design and usability research, with a consumer-facing internet company or web design consulting firm/agency. Send resumes to jcalabrese@synacor.com
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> Search Engine Specialist - Boston
Boston Logic Technology Partners is a technology and marketing consultancy providing online marketing, web development, and IT consulting. We are looking for a Search Engine Marketing Specialist to join our team. The Search Engine Marketing Specialist will work with clients and Boston Logic staff to manage and develop online marketing initiatives for our clients. The Search Engine Marketing Specialist will be responsible for the planning and execution of campaigns involving Search Engine Optimization, Pay Per Click management, and email marketing campaign design, implementation, and tracking. Require: Working knowledge of pay-per-click advertising systems including Adwords and Overture. Google Adwords Qualified is a plus! Understanding of search engine marketing strategy, experience with industry standard analytics packages and metrics. You should have experience interacting with clients and effectively communicating with several parties to achieve results. You should have 2+ years of demonstrated success in an internet marketing role. Knowledge of search engine marketing, pay per click, email marketing, web analytics and market intelligence are must haves. The ideal candidate will not only have strong technical skills, but also demonstrate superior client interaction, communication, and time management capabilities. Experience in real estate is also helpful. Interested candidates may submit their resume to: techjobs@bostonlogic.com Learn more about us at: http://www.bostonlogic.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
==============================
Event and Tech Marketplace Listings:
==============================
To Post in Job/Event/Marketplace: http://www.newenglandtechwire.
9,000 subscribers: 5 day ad: $120--10 day ad: $175--20 day - $300
> Inflection Point Systems’ Nearshore Software Services
Inflection Point is a world-class software consulting and product development company founded in 2003 in Columbia, Maryland with a software development center in Monterrey, Mexico. We help companies in all stages, from start-ups to mature businesses, turn their innovative ideas into superbly-executed software applications. From definition and initial concept, to architecture, testing, deployment and support, Inflection Point works as a seamless extension of your company to accelerate product development without compromising quality. For more information, please visit http://www.ipointsystems.com
______________________________
> Effective Website Strategies for Highly Companies
Whether you are a pre-market biotech company trying to convey your new brand or an established pharmaceutical manufacturer looking to recruit physicians or patients, your website will be one of the first impressions of your brand. The challenge for companies in these highly regulated industries is maintaining a clear, consistent messaging while adhering to regulatory protocol. To address that challenge, Boston Interactive and Sitecore are offering a free workshop that focuses on optimizing website usability, design, and multimedia to align with your company’s lifecycle. This free workshop will be at the Hilton Woburn/Boston on Thursday October 1st from 9am to 11am. Register today athttp://www.bostoninteractive.
______________________________
> 2009 Clean and Smart Grid Directory
The 2009 Clean Energy and Smart Grid Directory is the ideal tool for sourcing industry contacts, identifying key decision makers and building networks in the clean energy and smart grid fields. Included in the listings is contact info for over 3,500 individual business executives and managers, as well as for key officials at the U.S. Department of Energy and relevant energy agencies in all 50 states. For sample pages and screen shots of the database, go to: www.smartenergygroup.org To reserve your copy of the 2009 Clean Energy and Smart Grid Directory, please visit our website at www.smartenergygroup.org
______________________________
> on New England Tech Wire and Reach More than 9,000 Subscribers
New England Tech Wire has over 9,000 subscribers who rely on it for their daily briefing of local technology news. New England Tech Wire has various advertising offerings ideal for jobs listings, events, service offerings, and office space for rent. For more info, go to:http://www.newenglandtechwire.
==============================
Subscribe to other newsletters from the Tech Wire Media Group:
Potomac Tech Wire: http://www.potomactechwire.com
New England Tech Wire: http://www.newenglandtechwire.
Bay Area Tech Wire: http://www.bayareatechwire.com
Digital Media Wire: http://www.digitalmediawire.
Advertising: If you are interested in advertising in our newsletters, call
Parul Nath at 1-301-656-0057 xt 1102 or send email to
parul@techwiremedia.com
For Job/Event Posting Rates, go to:
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News tips, press releases. Send email to:
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Tech Wire Mailing Address:
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Copyright: Cap Wire, Inc. 2009
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