RaboDirect Online Bank Launches Three New Investment Funds Opportunities in Telecom, Food & Agri and Global Allocation Sectors

RaboDirect Online Bank Launches Three New Investment Funds Opportunities in Telecom, Food & Agri and Global Allocation Sectors

RaboDirect, Europe's largest online bank, has annouced the launch of three new investment funds. As with all RaboDirect investment funds, the minimum investment is only €100. The Robeco Food & Agri Equities fund is RaboDirect's Fund of the Month for March and is available at the reduced entry fee of only 0.25%.

Dublin, Ireland (PRWEB) February 23, 2008

RaboDirect, Europe's largest online bank, has announced the launch of three new investment funds, the Robeco Telecom Services Equities Fund, the Robeco Food & Agri Equities Fund and a Euro (€) version of the BlackRock Merrill Lynch (MLIIF) Global Allocation Fund. 

The Robeco Telecom Services Equities fund invests worldwide in large companies in the telecommunication services sector, typically combining a sound business model, solid growth prospects and a reasonable valuation. It has a 4 star rating from Morningstar and invests in an average of 40 companies, primarily across Europe, America, the Far East and Africa. Launched in May 2004, the fund achieved an annual performance figure of 9.3% (1) to the end of December 2007, outperforming its benchmark. The largest proportion of the Robeco Telecom Services Equities fund is invested in Diversified Telecom Services (60.1%), followed by Wireless Telecommunication Services (31.6%) and Internet Software & Services (4.6%).

The Robeco Food & Agri Equities fund invests globally in leading companies in the food & agri sector, which includes the food industry, tobacco, household & personal care products and food supermarkets. On average, this fund invests in 50 companies worldwide and has 3 star rating from Morningstar. Launched in May 2004, the fund achieved an annual performance figure of 8.2% (2) to the end of December 2007 and outperformed its benchmark. The largest proportion of the Robeco Food and Agri Equities fund is invested in Food Products (23.5%), followed by Beverages (22.5%), Food & Drug Retailing (21.0%), Personal Products (10.9%) and Tobacco (10.8%).

The MLIIF Global Allocation fund seeks to maximize total return in Euros by investing globally in equity, debt and short-term securities, of both corporate and governmental issuers, with no prescribed limits. In normal market conditions this fund will invest in at least 70% of its total net assets in the securities of corporate and governmental issuers. Launched in April 2005, the fund achieved an annual performance figure of 23.2% to the end of December 2007 (3). The largest proportion of the MLIFF Global Allocation fund is invested in Industrial Materials (19.11%), followed by the Financial Services (18.83), Energy (14.43%), Consumer Goods (9.18%) and Healthcare (7.64%).

As with all RaboDirect investment funds, the minimum investment is only €100. Entry fees and exit fees are 0.75% and investors can exit the fund partially or in full any time they like, as there are no additional early encashment penalties or switching costs. A fund provider's management fee of 1.5% per annum will be included in the daily fund price for each of these new funds.

The Robeco Food & Agri Equities fund is RaboDirect's Fund of the Month for March and is available at the reduced entry fee of only 0.25%.

Note for Editors

Rabobank Group is based in the Netherlands and has over 58,000 employees worldwide. Internationally the group has 235 offices in 35 countries. Rabobank Ireland plc is a wholly owned subsidiary of Rabobank Nederland, one of the world's largest banks and is AAA rated by the main rating agencies. Rabobank Ireland plc commenced operations in the IFSC in 1994 and has grown to become the second largest foreign owned bank in Ireland in terms of assets. Rabobank Group acquired ACCBank in 2002.

(1) Robeco Telecom Services Equities fund December 2007 Factsheet
(2) Robeco Food & Agri Equities fund December 2007 Factsheet
(3) Morningstar Fund Report January 2008

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Making Strides To Combat Stigma Of Mental Illness: Third Annual “Walk For Mental Health” Rescheduled For Sunday, September 26

Making Strides To Combat Stigma Of Mental Illness: Third Annual “Walk For Mental Health” Rescheduled For Sunday, September 26

For the third year in a row, thousands of Long Islanders will gather at the Huntington Post Office on Gerard Street to stomp out the stigma associated with mental illness by participating in the “Long Island Festival & Walk for Mental Health” that will take place on Sunday, September 26th at 1pm.

(PRWEB) September 9, 2004

For the third year in a row, thousands of Long Islanders will gather at the Huntington Post Office on Gerard Street to stomp out the stigma associated with mental illness by participating in the “Long Island Festival & Walk for Mental Health” that will take place on Sunday, September 26th at 1pm. “The anti-stigma message of this Walk is very important to everyone who is participating,” explains MJ Pulling, one of the Walk Committee Members and Director of Development for The Pederson-Krag Center. “Stigma is a significant barrier that discourages individuals and their families from getting the help they need because they fear being discriminated against. As we become more vocal and visible, we hope to dispel the many myths that surround mental illness in our community,” she continued.

Walkers will follow a short route ending at Heckscher Park where Rhona Silver, Owner of the New Huntington Townhouse and Jo-Ann Raia, President of the Pederson-Krag Center and Huntington Town Clerk will be honored for their ongoing commitment within the community for battling the stigma associated with mental illness. Jessica Lynch, Former Miss New York State, along with Tom and Donna O’Clair, the couple behind Timothy’s Law will also attend in a “show” of support. A special presentation will be made to honor former Chief Judge of the New York State Court of Appeals Sol Wachtler who will be recognized for his efforts to overcome severe mental health obstacles in his life by using the challenges and experiences with his own mental health issues and sharing them publicly to make this world a better place for those living with mental illness. And, Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton will be honored for her continued support and endorsement of “The Keeping Families Together Act,” bipartisan federal legislation to improve access to care for children with emotional or mental disorders.

There will be an art show, music, food and plenty of exhibits to further encourage the walkÂ’s anti-stigma message. The day also offers a mix of talents from the mental health community, local schools and dignitaries.

“The toll that mental illness takes on our society cannot be ignored,” Sen. Clinton said. “The statistics are alarming. One in five people nationwide are affected by mental illness and the suicide rate among adolescents has skyrocketed over the past several years. I continue to support legislation to provide better services and ensure the rights of those suffering from mental illness including our children.”

Tom and Donna O’Clair are responsible for the effort to get Timothy’s Law passed by the New York Senate and the Assembly. The bill is named for Timothy O'Clair, their twelve-year-old son who was afflicted by mental illness and three years ago completed suicide. Because insurance companies routinely differentiate between individuals diagnosed with mental health disorders and those with physical disorders, Tom and Donna O'Clair spent years trying to access treatment for their son and Timothy was unable to get the care he needed for his problems. Timothy’s Law is intended to ensure that the state will provide coverage for mental health and chemical dependency that is on par with coverage for other illnesses. The O’Clair’s are responsible for bringing the issue of mental illness “parity” to the forefront of today’s legislative issues.

Those who would like to participate should gather at the Huntington Post Office at 12:45pm. The Walk will officially begin at 1pm and will include thousands of participants including over one hundred members from the Working Families Party along with the Chairman Chuck Pohanka. The Walk will end at Heckscher Park where walkers will be welcomed to the town by Huntington Town Supervisor Frank Petrone. Transportation to the Walk throughout Long Island may be provided to those that request it. Bus stops have been scheduled at various Long Island locations such as Hands Across Long Island in Islip, Concern for Independent Living in Medford and Sayville Project in Sayville. For more information or to arrange transportation, contact 516-822-6111, ext. 252 in Nassau or 631-434-9277, ext. 337 in Suffolk.

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25th AIDS Walk Boston to Take Place Sunday, June 6, 2010

25th AIDS Walk Boston to Take Place Sunday, June 6, 2010

AIDS Action Committee will mark the milestone of the 25th AIDS Walk in Boston by honoring 25 leaders whose contributions to the fight against AIDS over the last two-and-a-half decades have been invaluable.

Boston, MA (PRWEB) May 22, 2010

AIDS Action Committee, Inc. (AAC), New England’s largest AIDS service organization will hold the 25th AIDS Walk Boston (http://www. aidswalkboston. org) , Boston’s annual charity walk benefiting AAC. To mark the 25-year milestone, AAC is honoring 25 individuals (listed below) whose contributions to the fight against AIDS over the last two-and-a-half decades have been invaluable.

Despite the progress of the last 25 years, much work remains. In March, the U. S. Centers for Disease Control released statistics showing that men who have sex with men are 44 times more likely to contract HIV than other men. To date, 30,537 Massachusetts residents have been diagnosed with HIV and there are approximately 600 new infections each year. It is estimated that 21 percent of those infected with HIV are unaware of their status. Gay and bi men (35%) and injection drug users (24%) still account for the largest proportions of HIV infections in the state.

“Since 1999, rates of HIV infection in the Commonwealth have declined by half,” Haag said. “That’s terrific news, but we need to get the infection rate to zero. We need to have honest conversations about HIV status. We need to arm people with the tools and language that will help them stay safe. And we need to keep working to eliminate the shame and stigma that comes with an HIV/AIDS diagnosis.”

AIDS Walk Boston draws 10,000-15,000 participants; WCVB-TV StormTeam 5 meteorologist David Brown will emcee the event, which also includes a Wellness Festival and the Larry Kessler 5K run. (http://www. aac. org/site/PageServer? pagename=AIDSWALK_aboutrun)

Building upon innovations put in place for last year’s Walk, participants have multiple options for supporting and promoting the walk via social networking sites including Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and YouTube. Donors can also contribute $10 simply by texting WALK to 27722 from their cell phones.

Macy’s Foundation is the Presenting Sponsor of this year’s Walk, marking the fourth year that Macy’s has partnered with the AIDS Action Committee to highlight the continuing needs of those with HIV and AIDS. Other corporate sponsors include Bruegger’s Bagels, Whole Foods, EMD Serono, Bristol Myers Squibb, Partners HealthCare, Stop & Shop, the TJX Foundation, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and Blue Man Group. Media sponsors include are WCVB-TV, Kiss 108, WFNX, Comcast, The Boston Phoenix, and El Planeta.

Profiles of the 25 people being honored at this year’s Walk can be found at www. aac. org/25Years (http://www. aac. org/25Years). The list of those being honored follows:
 John Auerbach, M. B.A., Commissioner of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health  Gary Bailey, M. S.W., Associate Professor of Social Work, Simmons College  Calvin Cohen, M. D., M. Sc., Director of Research, Community Research Initiative New England  Pat Daoust, M. S.N., R. N., and former AIDS Action Committee board member  Belynda Dunn, R. N., founder of AIDS Action Committee’s Who Touched Me Ministry  Jeff Epperly, former editor of Bay Windows and former education director for AIDS Action Committee  Ralph Fuccillo, President, DentaQuest Foundation and former president of the AIDS Action Committee Board of Directors  Andrew Fullem, M. S.P. H., Director of John Snow, Inc.’s and World Education’s Center for HIV and AIDS, and former AIDS Action Committee board member  Richard Giglio, realtor with Keller Williams and former special events fundraiser, AIDS Action Committee  Robert Greenwald, Managing Director, Legal Services Center, Harvard Law School  Larry Killian, former finance director, AIDS Action Committee  Michael Melendez, Ph. D., M. S.W., Professor of Social Work, Simmons College  Mayor Thomas Menino  Stephen Mindich, Publisher and Chairman, Phoenix/Media Communications Group  David Mulligan, M. Ed, former Commissioner of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health  Sr. Jeannette Normandin, founder of Ruah  Bernie Toale, cofounder of ARTcetera, and former AIDS Action Committee board member  Liz Page, founder, Liz Page Associates and director of the first five AIDS Walks  Phillip Robinson, Chair, Bayard Rustin Empowerment Scholarship, and former AIDS Action Committee board member  Bryan Rafanelli, founder, Rafanelli Events and special events fundraiser, AIDS Action Committee  Louise Rice, R. N., Director of Public Health Nursing for the city of Cambridge  Valerie Stone, M. D., M. P.H., Associate Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School, Director of the Primary Care Residency Program at Massachusetts General Hospital, and AIDS Action Committee board member  Margaret Sullivan, former board member AIDS Action Committee and founder of “Everybody’s Business” fundraiser  Sunny Joe White, disc jockey, KISS 108 FM  Chris Wittke, field supervisor for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s National Health Behavioral Surveillance Survey, and longest serving employee of the AIDS Action Committee AIDS Walk Boston Events

Saturday, June 5, 2010: Reception for 25 AAC honorees from 6 to 8 p. m. at Mandarin Oriental Hotel followed by a candlelight vigil at 8:30 p. m. in Copley Square, outside Trinity Church.

Sunday, June 6, 2010: AIDS Walk Boston & Larry Kessler 5k Run registration starts at 7:30. 5k Run begins at 9:00 a. m. and Walk begins at 10:00 a. m.

ABOUT AIDS ACTION COMMITTEE
AIDS Action Committee of Massachusetts, Inc., (AAC), New England’s first and largest AIDS organization, is dedicated to stopping the spread of HIV/AIDS by preventing new infections and optimizing the health of those already infected. AAC provides free confidential services to men and women already living with HIV/AIDS, as well as conducts extensive educational and prevention outreach to those at risk of infection. AAC runs the only statewide AIDS Hotline (1.800.235.2331), Hepatitis Hotline (1.888.443.4372) and Pharmacy Access Hotline (1.800.988.5209). All Hotlines offer support in Spanish and in English. Free and confidential rapid HIV testing and counseling is available at AAC’s downtown Boston location and at its MALE Center in Boston’s South End neighborhood. AAC also advocates for effective science-based prevention programs. More information is available at aac. org (http://www. aac. org) and at AAC’s blog at blog. aac. org.

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Keynote Presentation Will Share 10 Leading Internet Advertising and Web Site Promotion Techniques

Keynote Presentation Will Share 10 Leading Internet Advertising and Web Site Promotion Techniques

Internet Marketing Speaker Jay Berkowitz will present the most effective search engine marketing strategies and leading web site marketing tips at DomainFest conference in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida.

Boca Raton, FL (PRWEB) May 10, 2010

Internet marketing speaker, Jay Berkowitz, will present at DOMAINfest in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, during the South Florida conference. The presentation, “Ten Dynamic Strategies To Make Your Domains More Valuable,” will explore the most effective search engine marketing strategies and leading web site marketing tips (http://www. tengoldenrules. com/internet-marketing-speaker-domainfest. htm). This event is set to take place May 13th at the W Hotel. These leading internet advertising and web site promotion techniques will help businesses attain market share on the web and grow their business.

Mr. Berkowitz, a Keynote Internet Marketing Speaker (http://www. tengoldenrules. com/leadership-keynote-speaker. html), will Explain:
New ways to drive domain traffic through internet advertising and website promotions The most effective tactics for search engine marketing (http://www. tengoldenrules. com/internet-marketing-speaker-domainfest. htm) Live demonstration of web site marketing tips New strategies to make money using social media Rapid content development strategies New awareness building techniques “The organizers of DOMAINfest do a great job of bringing the domain industry together and teaching cutting edge techniques. Internet advertising and web site promotions are a never ending process and business owners need to consistently stay on top of the latest trends," said Internet marketing speaker, Jay Berkowitz. “I’ll be reviewing the web industries best practices for the most effective search engine marketing and going over tips on how to continually improve your search results as well as conversions.”

About Ten Golden Rules:
Ten Golden Rules is an interactive marketing agency founded by Jay Berkowitz based in Boca Raton, Florida. This search engine marketing, social media and strategic consulting agency helps companies develop programs to drive more traffic to their website, convert traffic into leads and sales, and develop ongoing communications with prospects. The 10 Golden Rules Internet Marketing Podcast is available at Podcast. TenGoldenRules. com and on iTunes. For more information please visit TenGoldenRules. com.

About Jay Berkowitz
Jay Berkowitz has been recognized as one of the top keynote Internet marketing speakers (http://www. tengoldenrules. com/leadership-keynote-speaker. html) at many popular national and international conferences as well as a highly respected Internet marketing consultant. Mr. Berkowitz author of “The Ten Golden Rules of Online Marketing,” is also an active blogger, podcaster, and Internet strategist. He developed the University of San Francisco’s Internet Marketing Masters Certificate program and is the founder of www. InternetMarketingClub. org]. He has managed marketing departments for Fortune 500 brands: McDonald's Restaurants and Coca-Cola, and has managed online and offline programs for AT&T, Sprint, and leading health and fitness website eDiets. com. Mr. Berkowitz has received numerous awards including a SOFIE Award for Best Use of Emerging Media, a Special Bernay’s Award and the Gold Medal from Women in Communications.

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Angelus Resort St. Kitts Announces Breakfast As Part Of Each Room Rate for 2005 and 2006 Season

Angelus Resort St. Kitts Announces Breakfast As Part Of Each Room Rate for 2005 and 2006 Season

Frigate Bay St. Kitts and Nevis: The Angelus Resort St. Kitts announced starting December 18th 2005 all room rates will include breakfast.

(PRWEB) September 14, 2005

The Angelus Resort chef will off a wonderful breakfast buffet complete with hot and cold items, fresh fruit and local specialties. “Last year many of our guest had requested a buffet style break fest option so this year we added to the room rates. This will make our room price very completive with other hotels in the area.” Stated Chef Miller. We also will provide a unique verity of heart health section such as brand, oats, egg white omelets, low fat grits and fresh fruit smoothies.

The Angelus Resort located on St. Kitts and Nevis and Spa features 2 restaurants. One on the beach featureing local and seafood items and LIME a new restaurant opening Fall, stove, all kitchen necessities, a 27Â’ television, VCR and cable with HBO; mahogany 2005. The Angelus Resort furnishings with French glass doors leading to the private patio or balcony. All rooms have their own safe, and some even include a washer and dryer. Master baths include Italian ceramic tile and soaking tubs.

Although more than 72 rooms -- studios and two-room suites ranging from 900 to 1,200 square feet.

For more information on The Angelus Resort call (869) 466-624 or visit www. angelusstkitts. com or email us at info@angelusstkitts. com

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Renowned Pediatrician Ella Degtyareva, MD, is Inducted into the Illustrious Publication, The Leading Physicians of the World

Renowned Pediatrician Ella Degtyareva, MD, is Inducted into the Illustrious Publication, The Leading Physicians of the World

The International Association of Pediatricians welcomes esteemed physician Dr. Ella Degtyareva to their organization. As a highly regarded pediatrician and member of the medical community, Dr. Ella Degtyareva’s full professional biography and contact information will now be featured alongside other top physicians from around the globe. Available to consumers and healthcare institutions, The Leading Physicians of the World is a one stop reference for finding great doctors with publication limited to the top 1%-2% in each specialty.

Brooklyn, NY (PRWEB) November 14, 2010

The International Association of Pediatricians welcomes esteemed physician Dr. Ella Degtyareva to their organization. As a highly regarded pediatrician and member of the medical community, Dr. Ella Degtyareva’s full professional biography and contact information will now be featured alongside other top physicians from around the globe. Available to consumers and healthcare institutions, The Leading Physicians of the World is a one stop reference for finding great doctors with publication limited to the top 1%-2% in each specialty.

Compassionate, knowledgeable, and kind are just some of the words that are used to describe Dr. Ella Degtyareva’s demeanor with her patients. As a pediatrician in one of Brooklyn’s busiest practices, GEO Medical Care P. C., Dr. Degtyareva’s has mastered the art of providing quality care while understanding the needs of her patients, parents, and the community.

Dr. Ella Degtyareva received her medical degree in 1965 from the prestigious N. I.Pirogov Russian State Medical University. She completed her training in the United States, performing both her residency and internship at New York Methodist hospital.

Dr. Degtyareva has taken her years of pediatric experience to GEO Medical Care P. C., where she applies both her medical knowledge, and multicultural experience to Brooklyn’s ethnic melting pot. GEO Medical Care P. C. provides personalized, state-of-the-art patient care to children and adults of all ages.

Dr. Degtyareva’s devotion to her patients, and commitment to advancement in her specialty, is what makes Dr. Degtyareva a Top Pediatrician, and Leading Physician of the World.

To find out more about Dr. Ella Degtyareva, and GEO Medical Care P. C., please visit http://www. geomedicalcare. com. Also be sure to look out for her upcoming publication in The Leading Physicians of the World.

About The Leading Physicians of the World

Published yearly, and distributed exclusively to members, physicians and healthcare institutions, The Leading Physicians of the World selects the top 1%-2% of each specialty to be featured in their yearly publication.

Representing over 100 different medical specialties in all major markets across the globe The Leading Physicians of the World, allows consumers to browse the biographies of the most distinguished and desired doctors from every field.

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Pilates Digest Introduces Online Forum

Pilates Digest Introduces Online Forum

Pilates Digest (http://www. pilatesdigest. com) the online community resource for Pilates professionals and enthusiasts, has formally launched a moderated forum. The forum, located at http://www. pilatesdigest. com/forums/, is designed to be a helpful and dynamic resource for everyone with questions, answers and ideas related to Pilates.

Windermere, FL (PRWEB) August 16, 2008

Pilates Digest (http://www. pilatesdigest. com) is an online community resource for Pilates professionals and enthusiasts. Pilates Digest has formally launched a moderated forum.

The forum http://www. pilatesdigest. com/forums/ (http://www. pilatesdigest. com/forums/) is designed to be a helpful and dynamic resource for everyone with questions, answers and ideas related to Pilates. The Pilates Digest support team will be posting in the forum regularly, responding to and moderating the topics and posts that the community writes.

Forum topics include asking Pilates Digest team members general questions, business related help for owners and managers, health questions related to the fitness industry, instructional support for trainers, product reviews, sport specific topics for athletes, studio and equipment listings and an employment section with open positions.

About Pilates Digest:
Pilates Digest is an online resource engaging the Pilates community all over the world. The website is filled with interviews, product reviews, training articles, sport-specific articles, video exercises, resources, products and tips for professionals and enthusiasts.

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