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Schools are closing
300 Schools closed in 11 states
Joe Biden already stuck his foot in his mouth, saying he would not advise flying.
BRANDZ™ TOP 100 MOST VALUABLE GLOBAL BRANDS NOW WORTH $2 TRILLION
Google is the world’s first $100 billion brand, number one for the third year running
New York, New York, 29th April 2009 — the fourth annual BrandZ™ Top 100 Most Valuable Global Brands ranking published today by Millward Brown Optimor reveals that brands sustain their value, despite the tough economic environment.
The BrandZ Top 100 ranking identifies the dollar value of brands. It does this by combining financial data with research on consumers and business-to-business users from BrandZ, the world’s largest brand equity study.
The value of the top 100 brands has held its value at $1.95 tn (a marginal increase of 1.7 percent). Google is number one with a value of $100 bn, Microsoft is number two at $76.2 bn, and Coca-Cola enters the top three for the first time at $67.6 bn.
“In the current environment, where the value of many businesses has fallen, brand has become even more important because it can help to sustain companies in tough times,” said Joanna Seddon, CEO Millward Brown Optimor. “Those who continue to invest in their brand will be better positioned for business growth as the economic situation starts to improve than those who have cut spend.”
There are 15 new brands entering the ranking this year. Pampers is the highest entrant at no. 31, followed by Nintendo (no.32) and VISA (no.36). Trends identified from this year’s rankings are:
Value — Brands that represent good value for money have done well, this is about quality as much as price, for example Wal-Mart (+19 percent), ALDI (+49 percent) and Auchan (+48 percent). H&M (+8 percent) is now the number one apparel brand.
Vice — People still reward themselves with little treats when money is tight. Brands such as McDonald’s (+34 percent), Marlboro (+33 percent) and Budweiser (+23 percent) have all done well.
At Home — Brands that can be experienced at home have shown strong growth. This includes home shopping: Amazon (+85 percent) and eBay (+16 percent); Coffee that can be prepared at home: Nespresso (+27 percent) and Nescafe (+23 percent); and gaming — Nintendo jumped into the ranking for the first time at no. 32.
Wireless — The increased popularity of using the internet on the move through devices such as the iPhone and BlackBerry has led to huge increases for the mobile operators category as a whole, driven by demand for data services. Vodafone enters the top 10 for the first time this year (+45 percent).
Commenting on the ranking, Eileen Campbell, Global CEO of Millward Brown said:
“It is a fantastic achievement to be one of the most valuable brands in the world, and we congratulate all brands that are featured in this ranking. At a time when marketing spend is under greater scrutiny than ever, this ranking is a way for marketers to identify the value that their brand is creating for the business.”
About Millward Brown
Millward Brown (www.millwardbrown.com) is one of the world’s leading research agencies and is expert in effective advertising, marketing communications, media and brand equity research. Through the use of an integrated suite of validated research solutions — both qualitative and quantitative — Millward Brown helps clients build strong brands and services. Millward Brown has more than 75 offices in 48 countries. Millward Brown Optimor focuses on helping clients maximize the returns on their brand and marketing investments. Millward Brown is part of Kantar, WPP’s insight, information and consultancy group.
Contacts
Outside of North America:
Miquet Humphryes
miquet.humphryes@uk.millwardbrown.com
+44 1926 826179
U.S. and Canada:
Lauren Raisl
lauren.raisl@millwardbrown.com
212-548-7221
See the report here:
https://www.millwardbrown.com/Sites/Optimor/Media/Pdfs/en/BrandZ/BrandZ-2009-Report.pdf
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Chronic diarrhea or constipation or both
Unexplained weight loss or weight gain
Pale, foul-smelling stool
Unexplained anemia
Bone or joint pain
Behavior changes/depression/irritability
Vitamin K Deficiency
Fatigue, weakness or lack of energy
Delayed growth or onset of puberty
Failure to thrive (in infants)
Missed menstrual periods
Infertility male and female
Spontaneous miscarriages
Canker sores inside the mouth
Tooth discoloration or loss of enamel
Symptoms of Celiac Disease may include
one or more of the following:
or
Have you or a family member ever
been diagnosed with the following?
Type 1 Diabetes
Dermatitis Herpetiformis
Thyroid Disease
Osteopenia/Osteoporosis
IBS
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Fibromyalgia
Peripheral Neuropathy
Sjögren’s Syndrome
Eczema
Do not self diagnose. Talk to your healthcare
provider about Celiac blood tests
that are available for the preliminary
diagnosis. In order to get accurate test
results, it is important that you are
following a daily diet that contains
gluten.
You’ve heard of Crohn’s
Disease, Cystic Fibrosis,
Multiple Sclerosis and
Parkinson’s disease.
Have you heard of
Celiac Disease?
Celiac Disease affects more
people than all of these
disorders combined! Alarming
numbers because Celiac
affects children as well as
adults, men and women.
Yet 97% of people with Celiac
Disease go undiagnosed.
Celiac Disease is one of
the most common genetic
conditions in the world. Celiac
is a multi-symptom, multi-system
disorder, activated by eating
gluten – proteins found in
wheat, rye and barley.
Symptoms vary and are not
always gastrointestinal.
If you can identify with any of
the symptoms or diagnoses
listed here – you might have
Celiac Disease.
Since 1990, Celiac Disease Foundation
(CDF) has been dedicated to promoting
awareness of Celiac Disease to increase
the rate, and shorten the time, of
diagnosis. CDF is constantly expanding
the supportive community for patients,
families and healthcare professionals.
CDF is actively involved in advocating
for patient concerns and networking
with other national and international
organizations to improve the quality of
life for Celiacs and their families.
Celiac Disease Foundation is a
nonprofit, public benefit corporation
dedicated to providing services and
support regarding Celiac Disease
and Dermatitis Herpetiformis, through
programs of awareness, education,
advocacy and research.
CDF is a national membership
organization. Become a member and
help support our ongoing efforts to raise
awareness of Celiac Disease. Find out
more by visiting the CDF website at
www.celiac.org
CDF Annual Education Conference & Food Faire
Saturday, May 2, 2009
8:30 am to 4:00 pm
New Location!!
Pasadena Convention Center Ballroom
300 East Green Street
Pasadena, CA 91101
(Parking included with validation)
**FEATURED SPEAKERS**
STEFANO GUANDALINI, MD
Professor of Pediatrics, Section Chief, Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition, Director, University of Chicago Celiac Disease Center
FRANCISCO LEON, MD, PhD
Executive Medical Director, Clinical Development & Medical Affairs, Alba Therapeutics
JOSEPH MURRAY, MD
Professor of Medicine, adult gastroenterologist, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota
STEVEN PLOGSTED, PharmD
Clinical Pharmacist, Nutrition Support Service, Nationwide Hospital,
Columbus, Ohio, Clinical Assistant Professor of Pharmacy,
Raabe College of Pharmacy, Ohio Northern University, Columbus, Ohio
Introducing
“The Missing Ingredient” with Frank Baldassare
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ALSO FEATURING
“One on One Session” with Pediatric Gastroenterologist STEFANO GUANDALINI, MD
“One on One Session” with Adult Gastroenterologist JOSEPH MURRAY, MD
“Ask the Dieticians” – One on One with Registered Dieticians
Lunchtime sessions for newly diagnosed and parents of celiac children
CDF Connections & Chapters – meet and greet
Presentation of Champion of Celiac Disease Awareness Award
Gluten-free Goodie Bag with each registration
Continental gluten-free breakfast and lunch**
Gluten-free food demos
Gluten-free pizza and beer tasting
Extensive vendor displays with gluten-free food samples and sales
Fundraising raffle
**Please contact the CDF office if a dairy free or vegetarian meal is required.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
REGISTRATION – AFTER APRIL 15TH
| Registrations after April 15, 2009 | $130.00 |
| Youth: (under 14 years)
NOTE** There will NOT be a supervised Children’s Program this year. |
$75.00 |
| Walk-ins Day of the Conference | $130.00 |
Cancellation fee: $25
(Note: last day for online registration – April 30, 2009)
Tax deductible to the extent allowed by law
Online Registration Now Closed
For more information or to Register over the phone
call CDF office at 818-990-2354
Download the CDF Conference Program here
If you are a CDF member or are on the CDF mailing list look for your program in the mail!
EXHIBITOR/SPONSOR INFORMATION:
For sponsorship opportunities and exhibitor information contact deborah@celiac.org
DON’T WAIT! SPACE IS LIMITED, REGISTER NOW!
Hotel information
Sheraton Pasadena Hotel
303 East Cordova Street
Pasadena, California 91101
(626) 449-4000 or (800) 457-7940
Sheraton Central Reservation Office (800) 325-3535
Request the Celiac Disease Foundation group rate ($129 a night)
On-line reservations www.starwoodmeeting.com/Book/CeliacDisease
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WTG is hosting the 7th Annual Tee & Sea event May 14 & 15, 2009.
Over 10k in prizes
Provider Presenations
Awards Dinner
For more info: www.wtgcom.com
Some of the providers: Level 3, XO, Time Warner, Above Net, Integra, Qwest, TelePacfic, Covad, TNCI and more.
Vince Bradley and the team at WTG(World Telecom Group) always put on a stellar event.
Sunday, May 3rd
Cinco De Mayo Tasting!
12pm-3pm Complimentary
In celebration of Cinco De Mayo, we’re providing a full array of delicious samples! Come get a taste of our tasty meat and fresh seafood, along with the traditional rice and beans and cool refreshing beverages that go hand-in-hand!
For those looking to save money at Whole Foods, be sure to inquire about going on a Value Tour offered by Whole Foods.
You can find some of the best bargains at Whole Foods by going on this tour.
The Whole Foods in Pasadena on Arroyo offers the value tour, just call and schedule an appointment.
465 South Arroyo Parkway
Pasadena, CA 91105 USA
Cable Vision is launching a 100mb internet service. Download full length HD movies in 10min. Service is to cost $100/month
KFC and El Pollo Loco are having a Chicken War Give Away
KFC offered a free piece of chicken Monday as part of their new
grilled chicken offering. I went to the local KFC/Taco Bell in Echo
Park and noticed the homeless folks camped out at the sad Echo Park
Vons. They didn’t see the TV commercials this weekend (obviously) and
they were thrilled when I told them of the free offering so off they
went for a tasty warm morsel.
El Pollo Loco has upped the ante and is offering a free promotional
2-piece chicken + tortilla + salsa meal to anyone who asks One day
only! Want to join me in escorting the homeless in downtown LA to a
nearby El Pollo Loco?
https://www.elpolloloco.com/whatsnew/tastethefire.html
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Taste the Fire® for FREE at El Pollo Loco on April 28 Official Rules
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