Home Properties Inc. Awarded for Apartment Communities

Owings Mills, MD--Real-estate investment firm Home Properties, Inc., received multiple awards for apartment communities in the Baltimore area at the Maryland Multi-Housing Association's annual Star Awards presentation.

Drug Enforcement Advocacy Group Lauds Indiana Program

The National Association of Drug Diversion Investigators (NADDI)—a nonprofit organization based in Lutherville that facilitates cooperation between law enforcement, healthcare professionals, state regulatory agencies and pharmaceutical manufacturers in the prevention and investigation of drug diversion—applauded data showing the National Precursor Log Exchange (NPLEx) in Indiana is blocking illegal sales of medications containing pseudoephedrine (PSE).

"The data released by the National Precursor Log Exchange (NPLEx) shows recently passed legislation in Indiana putting in place a real-time, stop-sale system is already having a positive impact in the battle against methamphetamine," said Charles F. Cichon, executive director of the National Association of Drug Diversion Investigators (NADDI).

"In less than six months, NPLEx has blocked the sale of more than 17,000 boxes of products containing pseudoephedrine from being sold illegally in Indiana for a total of more than 38,000 grams potentially being kept off the street. And while there is still some work to do to complete Indiana's deployment in every pharmacy and retail store selling products containing pseudoephedrine, electronic technology is proving it works in Indiana and blocks illegal sales, while ensuring law-abiding citizens with colds and allergies can access the popular and reliable medicines they need."

Universal Security Instruments Launches Plug-In Carbon Monoxide/Natural Gas Alarms

Two new plug-in carbon monoxide alarm models manufactured by Universal Security Instruments, Inc., based in Owings Mills, are now on the market in the United States.

The low-profile, compact alarm models, which plug directly into home electrical outlets, use a single sensor to detect the presence of both carbon monoxide and natural gas (methane).

"We are excited to introduce these new products to the U.S. retail market," said Harvey Grossblatt, chief executive officer. "We expect that Universal's new plug-in Carbon Monoxide alarms will be a significant growth driver for our company next year. We believe that being able to offer a dual-sensing gas detector at a cost which is similar to the current market for single gas detectors creates a compelling value for the consumer."

Over One Quarter of Marylanders Have Owned or Operated Businesses, State Survey Says

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GOVERNOR O'MALLEY: "We are fortunate 

to have within our state so many innovative 

self-starters, small and micro businesses, 

and rapidly growing gazelle firms 

that are an important part of our diverse 

business community."

A statewide survey conducted by the Maryland Department of Business and Economic Development (DBED), in partnership with the Greater Baltimore Technology Council (GBTC), has found that more than one quarter of Marylanders--28 percent--have owned or operated a business.

A report based on the survey, which was conducted by OpinionWorks, a research firm in Annapolis, reviews the business start-up by industry, life-cycle and size; identifies owner demographics, characteristics and interests; and examines policies, services and the role government and advocacy groups can play to support entrepreneurs.  

"We are fortunate to have within our State so many innovative self-starters, small and micro businesses, and rapidly growing gazelle firms that are an important part of our diverse business community," said Governor O'Malley. "The results of this survey will help guide our efforts, both through policy and programs, to provide the resources, support and infrastructure needed to sustain and advance Maryland's entrepreneur community so together we can create the next generation of companies and jobs."

NVR's Ryan Homes Debuts New Mozart Townhome Model in Owings Mills

Owings Mills, MD--NVR, Inc., owner of homebuilding and mortgage banking companies, has introduced the Mozart, a new townhome model built by NVR's Ryan Homes division, at the Park Place development in Owings Mills.

Chesapeake Urology Associates Earns National Ranking as Quality Employer

Owings Mills, MD--Modern Healthcare magazine has named Chesapeake Urology Associates, a medical group based in Owings Mills with locations throughout greater Baltimore, to the annual Best Places to Work in Healthcare list.

Systems Alliance Hires Legg Mason IT Executive

Hunt Valley, MD--Systems Alliance, a Web and IT consulting firm based in Hunt Valley, has announced that Legg Mason IT executive Tom Shipley will join the company as vice president in January.

Leader of Private School in Owings Mills Honored By International Dyslexia Association

Ben Shifrin, Head of Jemicy School in Owings Mills, was inducted November 16 to the Hall of Fame of the International Dyslexia Association (IDA), during a ceremony at the IDA headquarters in Towson.

New Sign Production Shop Opens in Reisterstown

Reisterstown, MD--Organizations in the Reisterstown area have a new, local option for their signage and graphics needs: a SIGNARAMA store at 11630 Reisterstown Road.

Owings Mills Title Firm Wins Award Recognizing Minority-Owned and Women-Owned Businesses

Bridging the Gap, a minority business development initiative of the Greater Baltimore Committee, has recognized Integrity Title & Escrow Company of Owings Mills with a Bridging the Gap award.

What Are Your Small Business Saturday Plans?

If your small business in Upper Baltimore County is actively participating in the Small Business Saturday initiative sponsored by American Express, we'd like to hear from you. What are you doing to encourage local consumers to include you in their holiday shopping plans the day after Black Friday? Are you using materials and tactics that American Express and their co-sponsors are providing? Are you promoting your Small Business Saturday efforts on social media? Are you holding a Small Business Saturday sale? Let us know at editor@upper-baltimore-business.com, and hopefully we'll be able to feature your comments in a story on Small Business Saturday in the Upper Baltimore County Business Bulletin!

A New License for Mid-Atlantic Gutters

Upperco, MD--Mid-Atlantic Gutters, Inc., of Upperco, has been awarded a license to sell and install the K-Guard Leaf Free Gutter System® produced by K-Guard LLC, based in Columbus, Ohio.

Kamenetz, Olszewski Laud New Redevelopment Partnership for Owings Mills Mall

In announcements issued yesterday by the Baltimore County Executive Office and two real estate development firms, County Executive Kevin Kamenetz and County Council Chair John Olszewski Jr. lauded a new partnership for the redevelopment of Owings Mills Mall.

Local Web/IT Firm Upgrades University's Online Presence

Image via WikipediaHunt Valley, MD--Systems Alliance, a firm that helps clients build, assess and optimize online properties, has launched a newly redesigned Web site for Mount St. Mary's University in Emmitsburg, Maryland.

Upper Baltimore County Business Bulletin Nominated for 2011 Mobbie Award as Best Baltimore County News Blog

Image via WikipediaThe Upper Baltimore County Business Bulletin has been nominated for a 2011 Mobbie Award, in a competition sponsored by the Baltimore Sun to honor the best Maryland blogs.

Conducted annually since 2009, the competition includes awards for blogs and social media sites that are either operated by Marylanders or that focus topically or geographically on Maryland or areas within the state.

Sinclair Acquires Eight TV Stations in Seven Markets

Sinclair Broadcast Group, the television broadcast company headquartered in Hunt Valley, Maryland, has announced an agreement to purchase the broadcast assets of Freedom Communications, owner and operator of eight television stations in seven markets.

Hunt Valley Biotech Firm Fights Foodborne Pathogens

Hunt Valley, MD--In a report on a U.S. Food and Drug Administration investigation of a recent outbreak of Listeria from contaminated cantaloupes, KCNC-TV CBS4 News (Denver, CO) featured disinfectant products of the Hunt Valley biotechnology firm Sterilex as potentially life-saving chemicals.

When used at food processing facilities, the products help prevent Listeria growth.

According to Sterilex, the product line has a unique ability to kill resistant organisms such as Listeria living within protective biofilm.

Hamilton Federal Bank Wins Multiple Honors

In a banking world dominated by too-big-to-fail institutions, locally based Hamilton Federal is already noteworthy for having remained an independent community business for nearly a century.

EA Engineering, Science, and Technology Wins New Directions Award

Towson, MD--County Executive Kevin Kamenetz has honored EA Engineering, Science, and Technology, Inc., headquartered in Hunt Valley, Maryland, with the 2011 Baltimore County New Directions Award, which recognizes businesses that exemplify the quality and future direction of the county's business community.

UK Private Auto Sales Firm Opens Branch in Owings Mills

webuyanycar.com, a company based in the United Kingdom that assists consumers seeking to sell their used personal automobiles on the private market, has chosen Owings Mills, Maryland, as the location of one of its first branches in the U.S.

Monkton Firm Partners with California Tech Company to Provide Social Business Platform

Monkton, MD--Gateway Technical Services, based in Monkton, has entered a solution partnership with Nimble, a social media solutions developer in Santa Monica, California.

The Nimble Social Business Platform combines relationship management and social engagement in a Web-based solution that makes contact management easier by integrating LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, Google, and email contacts and conversations.

McCormick Marks Hispanic Heritage Month with Donation

Image via WikipediaSparks, MD--McCormick & Company based in Sparks, has presented a donation of $30,000 to the Culinary Institute of America (CIA), for a scholarship fund supporting Latino students in the culinary arts. The company presented the donation at a community open house at the institute's San Antonio campus. 

Hunt Valley Payroll Provider Launches New Features

Hunt Valley, MD--Custom Payroll Services, an independent payroll provider based in Hunt Valley, has announced Dashboard Navigator, an enhancement to a set of product features designed to control, manage, and reduce labor costs.

McCormick Appoints First Chief Science Officer to Spearhead Flavor R&D

Sparks, MD--McCormick & Company, Incorporated, has appointed Dr. Hamed Faridi, a noted food scientist researcher and 14-year veteran of the Sparks-based corporation, to the new position of Chief Science Officer. According to a statement from McCormick, Faridi's appointment emphasizes the company's focus on flavor innovation and inspiring healthy choices.

Marketing Firm Launches On-Demand Document Printing and Binding Solution

Hunt Valley, MD--WebbMason, Inc., a provider of on-demand marketing solutions, has introduced on-demand document printing technology that gives companies the ability to control procurement of “on-the-fly” printing while making it easy for users to design, assemble, print and custom-order business documents right from PCs or Macs.

Latman Interactive Launches Qach Arcade Game for Android

A character from Qach!, a game
now available from Latman Interactive
Inc, Hunt Valley, MD, on Google's
Android mobile phone platform.

Hunt Valley, MD--Latman Interactive Inc., a mobile game developer based in Hunt Valley, Maryland, in upper Baltimore County, has launched the Qach! (pronounced "catch") arcade game on the Android platform, giving players the opportunity to help duck residents of Quackville beat the geese, their arch nemeses. Players can download the game for 99 cents in the Android Market.

Qach! challenges players to catch and juggle an ever expanding variety of eggs thrown by the "evil" geese, according to Latman Interactive. Each of the eggs has unique properties and, if the player can keep them in the air long enough, they will hatch and help repopulate Quackville. Throughout the gameplay players can earn bonus coins, throw eggs into special nests and combine eggs into unique and fun combinations.

Hunt Valley Web Firm Nets Award for College Site

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Flagler College

Hunt Valley, MD.--Systems Alliance, a Web and IT consulting firm helping clients build, assess and optimize online properties, has announced that it has received a 2011 Web Marketing Association WebAward for a website it designed and developed for Flagler College. 

"We're delighted that the Flagler College Web site was recognized with a 2011 Education Standard of Excellence Award-- it's well-deserved recognition for the Systems Alliance Web Effectiveness team members who designed and developed the site, and managed the project," said Mark Dabrowski, vice president, Web Effectiveness Consulting, Systems Alliance. "Kudos also go out to our colleagues at Flagler College for their vision and commitment to making the Web work for their institution." 

Now in its 15th year, the 2011 WebAward competition attracted over 2,000 sites from 45 countries in 96 industry categories. Entries were judged on design, copywriting, innovation, content, interactivity, navigation, and use of technology.

Universal Security Instruments Introduces New Carbon Monoxide, Natural Gas Alarms for Canadian Market

Owings Mills, MD--Universal Security Systems Inc. has announced the introduction of two plug-in alarms that use a single sensor to detect the presence of both carbon monoxide and natural gas (methane). These models are designed to satisfy the requirements of the Canadian market, and will be introduced by a major Canadian retailer.

Hunt Valley Publisher Milner-Fenwick Partners with Minnesota Mobile Health Application Developer on an Innovative Type of "Prescription"

Hunt Valley, MD (September 19, 2011)—Improving patient outcomes and reducing hospital readmission rates through the combination of mobile computing and prescribable educational videos is at the heart of a new approach to improving patient education in clinical settings.