--(www.USEquityNews.com)-- 09/18/2008 - Business Services industry alert provided by U.S. Equity News. Business Services industry alert provided by U.S. Equity News. PLATO Learning, Inc. (NASDAQ: TUTR), a leading provider of K-adult e-learning solutions, recently announced that it has elected John G. Lewis as an independent member of its board of directors. Lewis brings to the Company's board nearly 20 years of operating experience in executive positions at several technology and manufacturing businesses. Most recently, he served as CEO of GeoLogic Solutions, where he helped lead the turnaround of this software provider. Prior to joining GeoLogic, Lewis was COO and CFO of XATA Corporation, a provider of fleet management systems to large distribution companies, and CFO of PrimeYield Systems, a manufacturer of high-performance components utilized in the testing of semiconductor devices. He holds a bachelor of science degree in Industrial Engineering from Northwestern University, and an MBA from the university's Kellogg Graduate School of Management. "We welcome John to the board and are excited for the software-as-a-service experience he brings to PLATO Learning," said David W. Smith, chairman. "John's proven success in executive positions at both public and private businesses, most notably software companies, will be a great asset as we continue to evolve our subscription business model. We look forward to working with John."
Ongoing innovations and updates to "tech" products have not only increased the efficiency with which people connect, they also have increased the amount of meaningful connections they are making. Thanks to advancements in new technologies and enhancements to traditional methods, recently's consumers are actually reaching out more often. According to a new survey commissioned by American Greetings Corp (NYSE: AM), 84 percent of consumers said they communicate with closest friends at least once a week, with 27 percent saying they reach out to closest friends daily. The survey, conducted by Synovate, the market research arm of Aegis Group plc, examined communication trends and relationships, and is one example of the work that the greeting card company does to better understand the changing habits and needs of consumers. The social expressions leader says that people recently embrace all forms of communication to ensure they are able to reach out to friends and family as often as they would like. In fact, 88 percent of survey respondents said that communicating with those closest to them was either extremely important or very important.
Wavelit, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: WAVL) announces recently its intention to spin-off three of its wholly owned subsidiaries: Galaxy Networks, Inc., Galaxy US Networks, Inc. and Stream Horizon Studios, Inc. pro-rata to all of the Company's public stockholders.
