"It is both an honor and a privilege to serve on the board of directors of the ThePeoplesVote.com. In light of the tumultuous political climate, the timing of their entrance to the market could not be better. I firmly believe our Founders would be proud of what ThePeoplesVote.com has set out to accomplish: to provide a platform that accurately reflects the true will of the American people. Chuck Kirkpatrick and his talented team have a far-reaching vision, and I am proud to bring my breadth of entrepreneurial experience and focus to the team. As FaceBook and Twitter has forever changed the world of social networking, I believe ThePeoplesVote.com will have the same effect on American politics," states Mr. Jensen.

Jensen Expansion Capital, Inc. offers strategic advice and assistance for emerging growth companies in the areas of expansion capital and the securing of high profile, professional board members. George Jensen, the founder and CEO, is an experienced CEO and successful entrepreneur raising in excess of $250 million dollars during his career. He is the former Founder, Chairman & CEO of USA Technologies (NASDAQ:USAT) which became the leader in providing wireless payment solutions for the self-serve market

"As an emerging company, we are very excited to have Mr. Jensen on our Board. He brings a wealth of experience and strategic contacts to the table, and he also shares our aggressive long term vision," states ThePeoplesVote.com Founder and President, Chuck Kirkpatrick.

ThePeoplesVote.com provides an internet based, "ballot enabled" social utility that removes the uncertainty as to how citizens expect their elected officials to represent them on important public policy decisions. Designed to handle tens of millions of users, this System replaces the "catch all" methods of phone, fax, email, letters, website comment forms, tweets, and FaceBook posts with one high security communication tool. This non partisan platform is based on the 100 year old Initiative and Referendum Process and will help citizens understand the issues, and communicate more effectively with their elected officials.

ThePeoplesVote.com will provide a free membership option and has an estimated market of 279 million registered and eligible to vote citizens, including a youth program for ages 13 and up, and 35 million businesses. Their Corporate Headquarters will be located in Brevard County in the city of Palm Bay, Florida.

More information can be obtained at http://www.linkedin.com/pub/george-r-jensen-jr/3/1a8/627
and http://www.ThePeoplesVote.com .

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“The people of Central Florida deserve a Congressman with a business background who knows that money spent by the federal government in Washington isn’t play money, but rather hard-earned money taken out of each of our paychecks,” said Rep. Kelly. “A Congressman must make policy decisions that help solve our economic problems, not aggravate them with more government spending.”

“I am grateful and excited about the encouragement and support that I have received district wide. I look forward to presenting my constitutionally based vision to limit government, to protect our citizens, and to promote the greatness and goodness of America,” concluded Kelly.

Rep. Kelly will formally kickoff his campaign in the coming weeks with a announcement of his campaign team and key supporters. Some of Kelly’s early endorsements include notable district conservatives, such as State Representative Stephen Precourt (Orange/Lake), Representative Eric Eisnaugle (Orange), County Commissioner Jimmy Conner (Lake), and former House Speaker Pro-Tempore Dennis Baxley (Marion).

Kurt Kelly is a strong, passionate leader who has an exceptional conservative record of accomplishments. During the 2009 Legislative Session, Rep. Kelly focused on improving Florida’s economy and protecting our citizens. Rep. Kelly was the leader of a powerful bipartisan team of legislators who passed prescription drug abuse legislation that will reduce the number of deaths from abuse of prescription drugs. He helped pass important legislation that cut taxes for businesses so they could provide jobs for Central Floridians.

During Rep. Kelly’s first Legislative Session in 2008, he spearheaded legislation that provided protection to victims of dating violence and threats to our citizens called the Barwick/Rucshak Act, a new law that gained national exposure in June 2009 on ABC’s “20/20.” Rep. Kelly recently made headlines on December 31, 2009, when Florida newspapers reviewed the one-year-old law showing that it significantly helped law enforcement keep our citizens safe. Kelly was also recognized as the 2008 Freshman Legislator of the Year by the Florida Association of Counties.

Rep. Kelly is a native of Central Florida. He is the President/CEO and founder of 3-D Background Screening, a full service pre-employment background search company. He holds a Master’s of Science in Education from the University of South Florida and a Bachelor’s of Science from Florida State University. Rep. Kelly served 6 years on the Marion County School Board, originally appointed by Governor Jeb Bush in 2001. He was elected to the Florida House of Representatives from District 24 on June 26, 2007, in a special election and has subsequently been re-elected.

Rep. Kelly has been married for 25 years to his wife Sally, a teacher at Madison Street Elementary School of the Arts. Kurt and Sally have two children: Kala and Keenan.

For more information about the Kelly for Congress campaign and Kurt Kelly’s bid to replace the polarizing, divisive Alan Grayson with a leader who has a reputation for building coalitions and getting things done, please visit the website at www.GoKurtKelly.com or call Betsy VanderLey at 407-467-6564.

The highly acclaimed Handbook of Program Management is published by McGraw Hill. It has been ranked as high as number three of all project management books on Amazon.com and has all five star reviews.

Dr. James T. Brown PMP, a recognized authority in Program and Project management, is the author of “The Handbook of Program Management,” and president of SEBA(R) Solutions Inc.

SEBA Solutions Inc. also operates the online project management training portal www.OnePdu.com.

SEBA(R) Solutions is a Registered Education Provider (REP) of the Project Management Institute.

For further information, or to contact James T. Brown, Ph.D., visit www.sebasolutions.com.

A rare opportunity exists to create a Water Management Facility, while concurrently donating wetlands, and forested uplands, all at minimal or no cost to the public. This project will provide South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) with a largely completed water treatment and transfer hub/reservoir and adjacent wetland filter marsh storm water treatment area (STA) as a land donation.

Under this proposal, Lake Point would forego its permitted plans for an equestrian/residential development, and instead provide the majority of the groundwork for the facility prior to donating it to the District. Despite the land cost being in excess of $53 million, this proposal is made possible by the owner’s potential ability to offset its costs by excavating and selling the shallow limestone rock deposits at the site, which, could be used for various infrastructure and commercial projects including rebuilding the Herbert Hoover Dike (“HHD”), the proposed lining of the nearby C-44 canal, and construction of the C-44 reservoir.

Public-private partnerships involve a collaboration of governments and private investors working toward the common goal of completing quality public works projects in a timely manner. This concept of a public-private partnership, where all parties are receiving benefits from the partnership, is a stellar example of how local governments will reach their environmental and economic conservation goals in the future.

“This partnership with Lake Point has set a precedent for future dealings with local governments around the state,” said Lake Point land owner, Jud Laird. “This project proves that partnership is possible, and we can achieve our conservation goals with these kinds of partnerships. In the future, concessions to landowners by local governments should be matched with these kind of partnerships that give back environmentally and financially to their communities. ”

When completed, the property, which is strategically located with connections to the C-44 canal, L-8 Canal and Lake Okeechobee, will contain a complex of reservoirs and storm water treatment areas. County records indicate the Lake Point Project will also reduce the amount of fresh water discharged from Lake Okeechobee into the St. Lucie River.

Susan Valliere, Martin County Commission chairwoman praised the project at the meeting saying, “It is a fabulous project. It beats 20-acre ranchettes any day in my opinion.”

Martin County Commissioner Patrick Hayes, who has been active in St. Lucie River issues for years, said at the Tuesday meeting that the project was an “extraordinary opportunity,” and complimented the benefits it can provide to the St. Lucie River.

According to records, the storm water treatment areas are expected to remove 2.6 to 7.7 metric tons of phosphorous per year from the C-44 Basin.

An additional benefit to Martin County will be a 150 acre recreation area near the Okeechobee Waterway. “This project truly enhances local restoration goals and is a great demonstration of the value of public-private partnerships.” Laird said. It will set a new standard for Counties across Florida urging landowners to give back to their communities.”

LAKE POINT RESERVOIR AND STORMWATER TREATMENT AREA PLAN
620 acres – Stormwater management reservoir
300 acres – Stormwater management reservoir
225 acres – Stormwater treatment area, Cell 1
240 acres – Stormwater treatment area, Cell 2
135 acres – Stormwater treatment area, Cell 3
150 acres – County recreation area
114 acres – Created wetlands
To be determined – Preserved wetlands

Benefits Overview
* Provides ability to cleanse and convey water (in various directions) between Lake Okeechobee, C-44 canal and L-8 waterway via 3 existing (permitted) pumps
* Property is currently agricultural. Existing 100+/- acres of wetlands will be preserved, protected and added to under this plan.
* Creates 1,000 acres of water treatment transfer hub and water quality facility
* Costs are minimal to the South Florida Water Management District
* Gifted land, with 85 percent of the earthwork completed upon delivery
* The Owners cost in the land will be in excess of $53 million
* Provides approximately 800 acres of preserved or created wetlands, mostly in the form of stormwater treatment area v Donates 150 adjacent acres of upland preserve, “rare and unique” to Martin County
* Proposes only 20 foot excavation depth as opposed to 60-80 foot depths in other areas of the state.
* Reduces air and noise pollution, and wear and tear on infrastructure, by creating local construction aggregate for necessary public work projects and environmental restoration efforts and Okeechobee levee rehab.
* Replaces 40 permitted, potentially 100 ranchette sites with a reservoir/stormwater treatment area designed in cooperation with the District.
* Expands an existing and permitted excavation operation for ‘certain mining activities already permitted rather than creating a new project in a less suitable location and with potentially adverse impacts
* Creates local jobs and stimulates local economy. Many of the current employees live within 35 miles of the site.

Information: Stacey Hetherington, of Whitaker Communications, for Okeechobee Land D, Inc., +1-772-263-0025.

“I am very conscious of what I put into my body,” says Waples, who hails from Ottawa. “I talk to groups all the time and it’s amazing how many kids 12 and 14 years old are using energy drinks and supplements. And people ask about steroids too. I just tell them that I would never put any of that in my body and that they have to discover all natural solutions. That’s why I am excited about Protein Power Mix.”

True Healthy Products used the Europa Show of Champions Sports and Supplement Expo in Orlando, Florida as a venue to launch its newest entry into the protein wars and the response was overwhelmingly positive. In addition to having Waples at the booth, the team also consisted of former Mister Florida, Corey Simpson and college and pro football legend Roger Craig.

CEO Jan Hrkach was overjoyed with the show of star power. “To have these three people, all at the top of their game, at our booth to introduce our new product was a dream come true. When everyone saw those three, they began to gravitate to our booth and try our product. We got rave reviews all over the place. While Natalie was impressing the judges from the stage, she was also impressing attendees and her fellow fitness models that all-natural is the way to go. Said Waples, “I love what True Healthy Products stands for and I feel strongly that using all natural foods and supplements should be a priority for all athletes, and really for everyone!”

Whether bodybuilders, power lifters, strongman competitors or fitness models, it was practically unanimous that a quality protein drink was a major part of their routines and that the smooth tasting, naturally sweet, all natural Protein Power Mix was an exciting newcomer. Several walked away impressed with the benefits of going natural. Even veteran bodybuilder Andy Haman was impressed by the taste. “I’ve been using protein my whole career and this is one I feel like I can recommend to everyone.”

Natalie will also be with the THP team when they introduce Protein Power Mix, as well as several of the other stellar products in their health and fitness lineup, at the Europa Show in Dallas, Texas this August 14 and 15.

According to Hrkach, “We first met Natalie while we were promoting Stemulite. She was using it with tremendous results and I was so impressed by her that I asked if she would try some of our other products. As we began to develop Protein Power Mix, Natalie was one of the first people we asked to sample it. Her feedback was invaluable and her hearty, unsolicited endorsement convinced us that we had to get her on our team. It’s an honor to have someone of that stature as one of our first celebrity endorsers.” Hrkach went on to say: “The fact that Natalie teaches and works with others, and is an all-natural athlete, means so much to a company like True Healthy products because that’s what we are all about. I won’t market anything that isn’t 100 percent natural and good for people.”

In only two short years Natalie has gone from amateur enthusiast to Champion, all while going the all natural route. That’s just one reason she is fast becoming a role model for other women interested in fitness modeling and weight training. And that’s also why teaming up with Protein Power Mix was a natural fit. “This is a ‘state-of-the-art all natural formula’ developed by nutrition expert Andrew Wood. Wood, himself a power lifter and former college baseball player has created something I can be proud to put my name on.”

According to Waples, another thing that distinguishes this blend from other proteins on the market is a dual formula approach. There’s a daytime and “slow-burn” nighttime formula that works well individually or in combination as a meal replacement or protein energy boost. There is nothing artificial – no sucrose or maltodextrin – and they added an all natural stem cell recruiter for maximum muscle gain. “It is also extremely friendly to the digestive system, and it tastes great – and that’s no small matter when you’re drinking a supplemental protein every day.”

Waples is looking to expand her schedule and will be working with Hrkach to promote several of the other all natural products in the THP line.

Protein Power Mix is available exclusively at http://www.truehealthyproducts.com.

CEO Jan Hrkach with Craig

“This is the start of what I hope will be a long standing relationship. I love the products and the philosophy and I’m looking forward to starting this week in Orlando,” said the former San Francisco star.

According to Hrkach, “Roger was one of the first people consulted as we began to develop Protein Power Mix. His ringing endorsement of our all natural formula gave our entire team a lift and we are delighted to have him join us as a marketing partner.” Hrkach continued his praise of Craig and the influence he has had on other athletes as well as consumers. “To a small but growing business like True Healthy Products, having an athlete with the high regard and creditability of Roger Craig means a lot. He’s so involved with so many worthwhile projects and we are thrilled he has chosen to work with us.”

Craig has been so impressed by this all natural formula that he has encouraged his son and daughter to take it too. 18 year old Alex Craig is following in his dad’s footsteps as a world class athlete. He runs the 400 and 200 in college and has been using Protein Power Mix as part of his training regimen.

According to Alex “I was skeptical at first, you know… here’s another protein drink. But it goes down easy and tastes real good with OJ. It gives me great energy.” Craig’s daughter, Rometra is a former USC basketball star and California Female Athlete of the Year. She too has been benefiting from Protein Power Mix as she continues to pursue a career in the WNBA.

Protein Power Mix is a “state-of-the-art all natural formula” developed by nutrition expert Andrew Wood. Wood, himself a power lifter and former college baseball player, says that what distinguishes his formula from other proteins on the market is a dual formula approach. “We have a daytime and ‘slow-burn’ nighttime formula that works well individually or in combination as a meal replacement or protein energy boost. There is nothing artificial – no sucrose or maltodextrin – and I’ve added an all natural stem cell recruiter for maximum muscle gain.” It is also extremely friendly to the digestive system, and as noted by Mr. Craig, “It tastes great, and that’s no small matter when you’re drinking a supplemental protein every day.”

According to one informal survey, over 95-percent of protein drink users tested said they preferred Protein Power Mix due to the taste and smoothness over their current brand. Now, Roger Craig will be presenting Protein Power Mix across the nation and True Healthy Products believes they’ll make an all-star combination.

Protein Power Mix is available exclusively at www.truehealthyproducts.com.

“Through education, women are better prepared to respond to work and life challenges. The news about Wall Street and Main Street shows that the time is now to equip and position self for success and the growing needs of working women demands energetic ways of helping them get ready,” says Dr. Trevicia Williams.

* Health education and information to help women live balanced lives
* Organizations: Improve the retention rate of best talent
* Enhance productivity: Become a more valuable employee

Work-life benefits research (www.wlb.com) show continued trends that professionals are declining promotions and even compensation in pursuit of work-life balance. As women pursue balance, having access to education and training that teaches them ways to improve their performance, and manage time and stress helps them create clearer boundaries across the multiple roles they have,” says Dr. Trevicia Williams.

The empowering one day get away is for this millennium’s conscientious woman and includes educational sessions with expert speakers presenting on topics spanning from effectiveness to careers, beauty, wellness, business and wealth management. There will also be a free expo with interactive seminars and exhibits designed to ignite women and give them what they need to move through today’s economy. Women can enjoy a business casual atmosphere while learning about products and services that make them look or perform better.

The 360 Degree Women Conference and Expo starts at 8:00 a.m. – Saturday March 21, 2009 at the Embassy Suite Hotel in Orlando Florida. For details, please contact Vanessa Taylor at 407-271-3755 or visit www.tmwoman.com.

About Dr. Trevicia Williams

Dr. Trevicia Williams is an author, speaker and psychologist with over a decade of academic studies in human behavior. She earned a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Houston-Downtown, Master’s degree from the University of Houston-Clear Lake and Doctorate degree from Walden University. Visit www.treviciawilliams.com for details.

The story: A kinda quirky offbeat tale about a new age artist, 30, who shuffles through life depressed until she runs into her grade school crush; together they steal off from a gas station, run from the cops, then get lost in the remote Florida woodlands. It’s a wild ride when they finally reach his “mystical haunts” off the beaten path. And what could be more fun!

The movie outlines the human struggle with depression and feeling disenfranchised. Sound familiar? In our current world, the U.S. economy, and TV news informs us of little hope instead reminding us of our daily battle with our weight, money, getting married and staying married! Oh yeah, and you really don’t have it all together.

There are terrifying moments lost in the Florida wild, meditating, spoon bending that kind of thing…but then they have each other and they have chemistry – “serious chemistry.” But their purpose becomes a mission to find the mystical bridge of illusion. That is the intention of their journey.

This prompts the thrill of adventure “…literally making a run for it!”

A common thread weaves us through the entire film – and that is “letting go” and finding out who’s actually at the wheel “when you’re sleeping…?” Good question.

A sensitive thought provoking piece, oddly comforting. The story weaves a fine line between dream and reality.

And the dreamy “Will Fishborne” is well dreamy…. And Kat (Rugg-ells) gets a big dose of “reality,” with a capital “R.”

A sort of “Cinderella story” with a new age twist. Sounds like a blast right? At a recent in screening most filmgoers agreed: “It rocked!” …eager to see it again, and again!

Coming to a theater near you!

More additional information, visit: www.whitelotusfilm.com.

The Expo (www.foreclosuresexpo.com) – which will take place at the International Plaza Resort & Spa on February 7-8, 2009 – is attracting a wide range of sponsors and exhibitors, including Wachovia, Orlando Sentinel, Southeast Professional Title, Moneycorp Inc., Bankers REO, Coast to Coast Investments, Real Living Real Estate Solutions, Aston Martin and Luxautica.

“When I created the Expo, I had a strong feeling that there was a need for an event like this,” said Phil Peachey, the event’s founder and organizer, and an Orlando area REALTOR(R). “It is encouraging to see that so many companies see the viability of the Expo, too.”

The foreclosure crisis continues to affect everyone from homeowners and mortgage brokers to real estate agents and communities, especially in Central Florida. Financial experts agree that the real estate market – and the economy as a whole – will not improve until the inventory of available homes shrinks. The Expo will serve as a forum where everyone from real estate agents and brokers, real estate attorneys and REO department representatives from banks to lenders, investors, wholesalers, builders and others in the foreclosure industry can gather under one roof to exchange ideas, offer guidance and conduct business.

A free and clear home will be given away by REO Resolution Trust, LLC, which owns and operates BankerREOs.com, buys bank-owned properties and sells them to investment groups and individual investors.

“It is unheard of to have a venue where you can talk to so many people in the industry at the same time,” said Greg Schmid, who is head of sales and acquisitions.

First Alliance Capital, LLC, a property wholesaler based in Orlando that will have a booth at the Expo. “This will be the ultimate networking event for anyone involved with foreclosures and short sales.

“Typically, we deal with seasoned investors, but we would like to work with first-time investors because there is a lot of inventory but not enough buyers,” Schmid added. “This is an ideal time if you are looking to buy your first investment property. Just as it is best to get involved in the stock market when prices are low, it makes sense to invest in real estate when you can purchase a property in the current market.”

The Expo will also allow homeowners in danger of foreclosure to list their properties and the minimum price they need. There will also be a help desk where people facing foreclosure can talk to real estate professionals about their options.

For industry professionals, the event will provide an opportunity to discuss important issues.

“The economy, the market, regulations, loan processes – everything in the real estate industry seems to change daily. The Expo will serve as a place to troubleshoot, and to explore new ways to do business,” said Debbie Farnell, who is owner of Orlando-based Southeastern Professional Title, a sponsor and exhibitor. “It will help to have so many different types of people within the industry in the same place at the same time.”

The Orlando Foreclosures Expo will break down barriers for investors, real estate professionals and homeowners alike, Peachey explained.

“Most people, even real estate professionals, do not have access to foreclosure listings or to the people who regularly buy and sell them. Wholesalers typically offer their foreclosure properties to a very select few. Also, most REO (Real Estate Owned) departments of banks will not deal with the general public,” Peachey said. “The foreclosure industry has been more like a private club where the public cannot obtain a membership. This event will change that, allowing investors of all levels to access properties.

“For people facing foreclosure, the Expo will give them access to everything from lenders who can help them find solutions they might not have known existed to investors who are looking for properties,” Peachey added. “There will be more options for homeowners, and for real estate sales professionals that have a vast inventory of properties, to find a pool of qualified buyers at the Expo than relying on the MLS.”

Peachey is getting such an overwhelming response from sponsors, exhibitors and interested attendees that he plans to hold another Orlando Foreclosures Expo later in 2009. He also plans to organize similar events across Florida in areas like Tampa/St. Petersburg, Miami, Jacksonville and Tallahassee.

More information: www.foreclosuresexpo.com.

PlumReward has developed a device and reporting system that enables service-oriented businesses such as restaurants, car washes, and video stores to send timely coupons and promotions as text messages to their customers on their cell phones. Businesses can then track customer visits and coupon redemptions at their stores via web reports.

While mobile couponing has become an increasingly popular marketing tool, PlumReward has designed a system that enhances marketing while fostering customer loyalty.

“We are not about traditional text messaging,” Jonathan Goodyear, president of PlumReward, LLC explains. “What sets us apart from the competition is our focus on tracking the entire customer transaction lifecycle: first visit to coupon distribution; coupon redemption to future visits.”

So, how does it work? A customer comes into the store and has the option of entering his cell phone number into a PlumReward device. He is then asked if he wishes to receive coupons and other promotions via text messaging. PlumReward then tracks and logs subsequent visits. Customers can also earn free items/discounts based on number of visits, even if they opt not to receive coupons on their cell phones.

Business benefits include: increased revenue; no more loyalty cards; real-time marketing; and customer tracking. Businesses can also communicate with customers at ideal times such as right before the lunch hour when they are most likely to make purchases.

And, while other mobile couponing companies require customers to install software to their phones, PlumReward does not. It also operates with any phone that can receive text messages.

“We offer less start-up friction,” Goodyear says.

Current clients include: Jersey Mike’s Subs, Buffalo Wild Wings, Arby’s, Hollywood Tans, Planet Smoothie, Quiznos Subs and Pizza Hut.

Best new product winners will be announced on September 6 at 3:00 p.m. in the New Product Gallery, booth 1269. PlumReward will be exhibiting at booth 1470.

To learn more, visit: http://www.PlumReward.com.

For more information contact:
Jonathan Goodyear, of PlumReward, LLC, 407-810-5925, jon@plumreward.com.