Jason Kinard, the managing partner and broker of the Higgins Group Stanford, a real estate brokerage located in Stanford, Connecticut, was recently featured in the Fairfield County Business for his ideas on what true leadership is.

Stanford, CT -- (ReleaseWire) -- 07/28/2008 -- Jason Kinard, the managing partner and broker of the Higgins Group Sanford, a real estate brokerage based out of Stanford, Connecticut, was recently featured in Fairfield County Business for talking about what he believes true leadership is.

According to the feature, Kinard believes leadership is "as simple as influencing a group of people toward common goals and goal achievements."

"If I am a successful leader, it is because of the extraordinary people I am surrounded by at the office," Kinard continued. "I respect and admire the people with whom I work. The confidence they have shown me is my motivation to work as hard as I can to achieve our mutual goals as we build our business."

The Higgins Group Stamford is an executive affiliate of Christie's Great Estates.

For more information about the Higgins Group Stamford, go to http://www.higginsgroup.com.

About the Higgins Group Stamford:
At the Higgins Group Stamford, custom residential brokerage is not just a name, but the essence of their marketing beliefs and strategies. At The Higgins Group, representatives strive to present every property in its own unique and exclusive manner. Representatives need to find the customer home's distinct customer base, the whole objective of advertising. It is a concept the Higgins Group is trade marking, which offers the sellers with the Higgins Group clear advantages. The Higgins Group feels that their Custom Residential Brokerage is the best program of its kind in the country.

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/higgins-group-stanford-managing-partner-featured-in-fairfield-county-business-for-leadership-skills-20032.htm

Enye Media, an advertising agency helping businesses market to the Latino community, was recently featured in the Journal Record.

Norman, OK -- (ReleaseWire) -- 07/28/2008 -- Ricardo Sasaki, partner of Enye Media, a full service advertising agency specializing in marketing to the Latino Community, was recently profiled in the Journal Record. The daily newspaper provides information on local news, real estate, energy, health care, capitol, law, opinion, finance and nonprofit.

The article, titled "Achievers Under 40" explains how Sasaki started the company and how he became interested in the industry. He started Enye Media with the goal of taking the Hispanic advertising and public relations field to a higher level of quality.

"He has a strong advertising background, working more than 13 years in the advertising industry," wrote Journal Record staff writers. "In addition to his role at Enye Media, Sasaki is a partner in ARES recording studios. He is also a former part owner of S.R.L. in Bolivia, where he worked as an audio engineer and creative consultant on advertising campaigns for companies…"

Sasaki also has experience in the music industry and has been involved in the recording and production of more than 50 professional albums, 40 demos, movie soundtracks and small projects. He is also the winner of three gold records and two platinum records and is currently signed with Flagstone Records.

For more information, visit http://enye.com/index2.php.

About Enye Media:
Enye Media is a first full service advertising agency for the English and Spanish language. They specialize in both helping businesses to market their products or services to the Latino community and in helping Latino businesses grow through effective advertising. Services include consulting, media buying, creative development, advertising, production and public relations.

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/ricardo-sasaki-of-enye-media-featured-in-journal-record-20031.htm

African hang out and restaurant J’s Oasis Café is gaining local popularity and was recently reviewed in Charlotte Escape.

Charlotte, NC -- (ReleaseWire) -- 07/28/2008 -- J's Oasis Cafe, a favorite hangout among the African community in North Carolina, was recently reviewed in the Charlotte Escape. The monthly magazine provides local information on dining, lifestyle, figures, hospitality and travel.

The article titled "Van Miller's Guide to Great Dives" provides restaurant reviews of the area's best local dive restaurants. The article gives information on the location, featured menu items and the ambiance of J's Oasis Cafe. The writer has a difficult time deciding on something to order and is recommended the cassava greens and rice.

"The green sauce is stewed cassava greens (a cassava is like a yam and is a staple in West Africa. The greens are the top of the roof)," wrote Van Miller. "The stew has small chunks of aromatic chicken, with a hint of tobacco flavor. It's wonderful."

"The small dab of brown sauce on the side is made from habanero peppers, and it blows my mouth and nostrils wide open. This is my kind of place—accidental cuisine," wrote Miller.

J's Oasis Cafe is a favorite local hang out for African communities and the restaurant boasts African musical beats and reggae music. "J's Oasis is a real find. It's a dive, but it might be the best food in NoDa," wrote Miller.

About J's Oasis Cafe:
J's Oasis Cafe is a casual dining establishment featuring authentic African dining in Charlotte, NC. They are open Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. and will sometimes stay open until 2 a.m. depending on the crowd.

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/js-oasis-cafe-featured-in-charlotte-escape-20026.htm

Unitus, an organization dedicated to advancing market-based solutions to global poverty, was recently featured in the Puget Sound Business Journal.

Seattle, WA -- (ReleaseWire) -- 07/25/2008 -- Unitus, an international nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing market-based solutions to global poverty, is praised by the Puget Sound Business Journal for raising $56 million for a new private equity fund to be invested in microfinance groups aiding world poverty. The weekly journal provides Puget Sound's latest breaking business news in the marketplace, resources, events and career.

The article titled "Unitus launches fund with $56M" explains the purpose of the organization and how they raised the amount. "Legalum Group, a Dubai-based investment firm, and Omldyar Network, a philanthropy established by eBay founder Pierre Omldyar and his wife, Pam have contributed $20 million," wrote Puget Sound Business Journal staff writers.

Microfinance groups that work with Unitus provide credit in the form of small loans, insurance and savings accounts to the working poor in developing countries. Unitus' new investment fund is the second in the last two years. In 2007, the company completed a $23.4 million fund, which was invested in six microfinance institutions.

For more information, visit http://www.unitus.com.

About Unitus:
Unitus is an international nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing innovative, market-based solutions to global poverty. The company works to create pathways out of poverty by increasing access to life-changing microfinance services, such as small loans, insurance and savings programs designed to serve the poor. The Unitus portfolio currently reaches more than 4 million families through partner microfinance institutions (MFIs) in Argentina, Brazil, Cambodia, India, Indonesia, Kenya, Mexico and the Philippines. They are now laying the groundwork to expand our reach more deeply into East Africa, Southeast Asia, and also into China, areas where microfinance can benefit millions of the working poor.

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/international-nonprofit-organization-unitus-featured-in-puget-sound-business-journal-20003.htm

Denishia Jackson, the CEO of Ms.Denishia.com, a promotional and marketing company based out of Eagan, Minnesota, was recently featured in an article in the Star Tribune for showing her support for the Ebony Fashion Fair by attending the “Glam Odyssey” when it came to Minneapolis, Minnesota recently.

Eagan, MN -- (ReleaseWire) -- 07/25/2008 -- Denishia Jackson, the CEO of MsDenishia.com recently showed her support for the Ebony Fashion Fair by attending the world's largest traveling runway fashion show.

The Ebony Fashion Fair, also called the "Glam Odyssey," honored the show's 50-year history by looking at designs from different decades, including the work of Bob Mackie, Anna Sui and Missoni.

Jackson, who has walked the runway for Tommy Hilfiger, LaFayette 148 and Bob Macky among others, attended the affair in order to support the hard work of the fashion designers, as well as receive the opportunity to be able to promote her promotional and marketing company, Ms.Denishia.com.

Ms.Denishia.com currently promotes celebrity events, and allows Jackson to be able to spread her equation of success to aspiring models and fashion lovers with her Modeling Boot Camp "Be The Star That You Are" campaign. Jackson believes that education, motivation and preparation is the equation for success, and hopes to inspire many to be able to follow these steps.

For more information about MsDenishia.com, go to http://www.msdenishia.com.

About MsDenishia.com:
MsDenishia.com is a promotional and marketing company that was created by Denishia Jackson, a model who has been hosting celebrity events, writing her own column and founding the first official Modeling Boot Camp since her arrival to Minnesota from New York. Jackson believes that education, motivation and preparation is the equation for success, and she hopes to inspire others to learn this equation with her upcoming talk show with the working title, "Circle of Life."

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/msdenishiacom-founder-supports-ebony-fashion-fair-20005.htm

Geo Geovanni, owner of Real Estate Park, explains how he got into the industry to Orlando Magazine.

Orlando, FL -- (ReleaseWire) -- 07/25/2008 -- Geo Geovanni, owner of realty group Real Estate Park, explains his background and qualifications in a recent issue of Orlando Magazine. The magazine was founded in 1946 and provides entertaining and informative information on the area's arts, dining, travel, entertainment, shopping, healthcare and real estate.

The article titled "Geo Geovanni: Real Estate Park" explains how he is committed to helping people to find the home of their dreams. Geovanni has been in the real estate industry for 17 years started his career in New York City and moved to Florida in 2001.

'"My goal is to make sure that you and your family is completely satisfied with our service,'" he said in the article. '"In today's market, you need someone who can assist you throughout the transaction. That means taking the time to keep you abreast of everything that is going on in today's real estate marketplace.'"

Real Estate Park can assist buyers in looking for a family home, retirement home, get away condominium for summers and vacations, or a second home in a low-pressure atmosphere. Geovanni is also a member of the Orlando Regional Association of Realtors and the Checola Association of Realtors.

For more information, visit http://www.realestatepark.net.

About Real Estate Park:
Geo Geovanni, owner of Real Estate Park, assists homebuyers in purchasing their dream homes in the Orlando area. Geovanni has sold homes in developments including Vista Cay, Stonebridge Commons, Toscana, Sand Lake Private Residences, River Run Coach Homes, Grand Reserve at Kirkman Parke, Bermuda Dunes MetroWest, Sunset Lake, Platinum Park, The Villas at Seven Dwarfs Lane and Misty Creek.

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/real-estate-park-featured-in-orlando-magazine-20001.htm

BoatShowDirect.net, a dealer of Fountain powerboats and service, was recently featured in Hot Boat Magazine.

Stratford, CT -- (ReleaseWire) -- 07/24/2008 -- BoatShowDirect.net, the premier Connecticut dealer of Fountain powerboats and service, was featured in Hot Boat Magazine. The trade magazine provides information, news, events and interviews with those in the boating industry.

The article titled "Killer on the Loose" describes how business partners Scott Mitchell and Joe Lamberti got into the industry and founded BoatShowDirect.net. Their business is in high-quality boutique fish and race boats, as well as top quality service and products.

"Lamberti has been involved with high-performance cars and boats since the 1960s," wrote Hot Boat Magazine writer Judy Darby. "The partners' business plan is high-performance based, including Lamberti's CarShowDirect.net, which sells restored and original-equipment Corvettes and other vintage muscle cars in Rye, New York."

The article also explains how the Fountain boat, Cat Killer, will be on display at BoatShowDirect.net. '"There are only a few dealer-owned and campaigned boats,"' said Mitchell in the article. '"We feel that our ownership will strengthen customer relationships and our relationship with Fountain Powerboats. Fountain's recent purchase of Baja Marine builds on its global domination of the powerboat market and it's exciting for us to further that with the appearance of Cat Killer at important events.'"

The Cat Killer debut was on June 14 in New York City's Poker Run and was also seen at the SBI race in Sarasota on July 4.

For more information, visit http://www.boatshowdirect.net.

About BoatShowDirect.net:
BoatShowDirect.net is the premier Connecticut dealer of Fountain powerboats and service. Their fully equipped Stratford waterfront facility homes over 220 boat slips and the service center. Customers are also encouraged to visit BoatShowDirect to test drive the boats.

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/boatshowdirectnet-featured-in-hot-boat-magazine-20002.htm