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Artist: Marble
Release: Demo
Release Date: 11/02/15
Record Company: Unsigned
Back in the late 80's I fell in love with an american based band called 'For Against'. With full on catchy dream-pop inspired gazing sounds I instantly became a big fan & subsequently collected everything they ever released on Vinyl. Fast forward to last week and imagine my surprise when I was contacted by a band with a sound so reminiscent of 'For Against' that I had to do a double take! 'Marble' – are Elliot C & Julian L, they formed in 2013 in Marlboro, NY over in the U.S & they take their influences from Scott Cortez, Robin Guthrie, Kevin Shields, Bulgarian Choir Music, Bela Bartok & Kate Bush. Marble display that typical 'For Against' sound – the full on high- tempo, gazing soundscape – that enthralled me back in the late 80's, but they have also intertwined a modern edge that is both captivating & laden with melodic dreamy walls of sonically immense reverb drenched guitars. Their 5 track debut EP is entitled 'Demo' & it was recorded January 2015 in New Orleans, Louisiana.
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The EP opens with the pounding – 'And'. There is a strong power-pop influence running through the 'Marble' sound. It's only when you hear the full on wall of sound explode in your eardrums do you realise just how many influences are actually streaming through their impressive soundscapes. Name a band & I can guarantee you will hear it in their sound and that just goes to show the wealth of talent in their influential musical gene pool. This track is immense! An explosive opening track. Very impressive!
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Track 2, 'Lavender & Cherry' is stuffed full of early shoegaze influences! I can hear Chapterhouse, MBV, For Against & Pale Saints all intertwining into a lush, immense, shoegaze fuelled maelstrom of beautiful sonic tones. A brilliant interlude from the full on, in your face explosion of the opening track, the chorus change in 'Lavender & Cherry' is simple breathtaking & worthy of praise on its own. You really need to check this track our for yourselves:
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'Slimy', the EP's third track is nothing short of beautiful! Immense reverb drenched vocals introduce us to waves of sonically delightful guitars. This track will have you gazing at your shoes & dreaming your life away with its soothing tones. Its builds & builds to a massive ending, sweeping you away with its walls of luscious guitars. A masterclass in this bands songwriting abilities, it is my favourite track on this release and yet again, another marvellous track from a very, very impressive band. Ones to watch for the future.
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The longest track on this release, coming in at 4 Minutes and 30 Seconds, is 'The Infinity Link'. Doing exactly as it says on the tin, this track is another shoegazing masterpiece. It's guitar lines will transfix & mesmerise you until you fall into a sonic explosion of tone & shape. This is a monster of a track. Listen to it on headphones & wonder at it's psychedelic qualities. Dreamy to a point, but immensely satisfying to this listener. Very impressive.
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The final track on this really impressive release is 'V'. Vocally ,this track will bowl you over. Hauntingly beautiful. The production qualities on them are amazing. Coupled with the explosive full on layers of reverb laden guitar lines & a solid drum track, this track is a fitting ending to a brilliant release. Easily making me want to hear more.
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Its very difficult to find fault with this band. Musically, they have ability in spades! Their production techniques are second to none! But what stands out for me about them is their ability to introduce so many of the influences that they hold dear into their music. If you need to hear something good this weekend then go and download this EP. It will entertain you! If you are a fan of the Genre, it will blow you away! Newbies to the scene could do no wrong using 'Marble' as a starting point in this new wave of gazing! This EP is a masterpiece. I can't wait to hear what they come up with next.
Del Chaney – The Primal Music Blog – March 2015 – Dublin, Ireland.
Del Chaney has spent the last two years not only fronting popular Irish Electronic duo Analogue Wave but also dedicating his time to uncovering the best artists in the Unsigned or Small Independent Label based Shoegaze, Dream Pop, Noise-Rock & Post-Rock genres of music from all over the globe & reviewing them for this blog – The Primal Music Blog. His other arm The Primal Radio Show has gained considerable respect from bands and promoters alike since its conception in 2013 & has helped him in actively promoting a genre of music that he is passionate about. He also currently writes for Canadian based online music webzine www.ReplicantEars.com. Hailing from Dublin, Ireland, he is a keen Vinyl Collector, Tattoo Fan & all round good guy! He is a self confessed music freak & is never far away from a studio console or a turntable.


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This is most versatile shoe- sneaker or otherwise-…
Materials: not sure
Use: running, dayhikes in all conditions and extensive city walking
Break-in Period: none that I recall
Weight: not sure, but fairly light
Price Paid: $69
This is most versatile shoe- sneaker or otherwise- I have ever owned. I have been searching for a replacement pair for my US Women's 9.5 that I was fortunate enough to find on Sierra Trading Post a couple of years ago.
Fit like a glove with the bungee cord. Excellent for a narrower foot. Incredibly resilient with great arch support and cushioning (this is coming from someone who wore orthotics for years). Fairly warm for hiking too despite the mesh webbing and excellent waterproofing.
Where to Buy
The Banff has been discontinued.previously retailed for:
$69.95 - $99.90
The Keen Banff is not available from the stores we monitor. It was last seen July 24, 2006 at Backcountry Outlet.

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The candidate should be able to take initiative, have an entrepreneurial spirit, and like working in a dynamic, energetic and fast moving team.
The role is 15-20 hours per week and runs from year around!
Future opportunities within the company might possible depending on the right person.
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Learn how the struggle of one American family from Texas led to changes in Brazil's cannabis oil importation laws.
"Hope 4 Harper" is a Facebook page and blog documenting the journey of a Texas family and their daughter Harper's struggle with a rare form of epilepsy called CDKL5 that causes frequent debilitating seizures. When Penny and Dustin Howard's daughter Harper was diagnosed with CDKL5 when she was an infant, the family scrambled for treatment options. Traditional pharmaceuticals were ineffective and in many cases left their daughter "catatonic," so the family looked for alternative options. Thankfully, they found relief for their daughter in the form of cannabidiol (CBD) oil. However, Harper's parents never imagined that chronicling her experience with the limited treatment options available at the time in the United States would have such an impact on families in Latin America.
Harper's Struggle for Seizure Relief
At only 19 months of age, young Harper had seizures upwards of 40 times per day. Traditional medications presented by her medical team were not effective at reducing or controlling the severity of the seizures, which frequently left her in a catatonic state.
When Harper was three-years-old and still suffering from the debilitating seizures, her mother Penny watched a CNN special called "Weed" that led her to Medical Marijuana's cannabidiol (CBD) hemp oil product Real Scientific Hemp Oil™ (RSHO™). Penny immediately ordered RSHO™ hoping it would help her daughter where traditional treatment had failed. The effect of the RSHO™on Harper's seizures was immediate. Within days, the young girl was able to make eye contact and vocalizations for the first time. Her parents saw a dramatic change in her behavior and ability to interact with her surroundings, but even more remarkable was after being administered the RSHO™ Harper was able to go up to 60 days without experiencing any seizures at all.


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A man is recovering in hospital after being attacked by a bull this afternoon.
Emergency services were called to a property in the small town of Ruawai, just south of Dargaville in Northland, shortly after midday.
Fire crews were also called to the scene.
A St John spokesman told the Herald a 70-year-old man was injured in a bull attack.
The victim was taken to the Northland Base Hospital in a moderate condition, the spokesman said.
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(Nashua, N.H.) The Rivier University Women's Basketball team suffered a 52-37 setback this evening to visiting Suffolk University in a Great Northeast Athletic Conference contest held inside the Muldoon Gymnasium. The loss sends the Raiders to an overall record of 3-17 with a 2-13 mark in league play while the Rams, who locked up a spot in the upcoming GNAC Tournament, improve to 18-6, 11-4 GNAC.
Junior Kaylee Kacavas (Dracut, Mass.) recorded a team-high 12 points and sophomore Lizzy Meehan (Nashua, N.H.) added seven points while junior Hayley Macken (Clifton Park, N.Y.) chipped in with eight points off the bench. Senior Emilee Kacavas (Dracut, Mass.) and junior Megan Hamel (Colebrook, N.H.) each pulled down double-digit rebounds as they recorded 13 and 10 respectively in the loss.
Suffolk sophomore Alexis Hackett (Charlton, Mass.) led all scorers with a game-high 16 points on 6-of-12 shooting from the floor and senior Georgia Bourikas (Hull, Mass.) netted 10 points for the Rams. Freshman Jordan Hipwell (Ballston Spa, N.Y.) and classmate Jenni-Rose DiCecco (Falmouth, Mass.) each grabbed nine rebounds as did Hackett.
The Rams outshot the Raiders, 30.6% to 25.4% and with Rivier holding the rebounding edge 49-45.
Rivier will close out the season on Saturday afternoon as they host Regis College. Game time is set for 1pm with senior day activities set to begin prior to the tip. Suffolk will also be in action on Saturday as they host the University of Saint Joseph (Conn.) in a 1pm contest.


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ROCHESTER — Despite rumors on the street to the contrary, Rochester will once again have a fireworks display on July 3.
Thanks to the community-minded congregation of The Journey Church — now with its main campus in Barrington — and the generosity of the Rochester Fairground's board of directors, many thousands of area residents will enjoy another Night before the Fourth celebration, which climaxes with a spectacular display of fireworks after the sun goes down.
According to Pastor Rob Willis, and his assistant, Lisa Ball (who had heard the rumors of no fireworks this year), the gates of the fairground will open at 5 p.m. on July 3, which falls on a Thursday this year. People attending the free event are asked, if possible, to bring nonperishable food items with them, which will be collected and — when the event is over — distributed to Gerry's Food Pantry and Joseph's Storehouse, both of which serve the needy of the city.
At 5 p.m. the activities for kids and teens will get under way, and will include various family activities. Fairground General Manager Mark Perry reminds all that there will be vendors purveying fried dough, steak and Italian sausage, hot dogs, French fries, pizza, ice cream, lemonade, cotton candy and more.
From 7 to 7:30 p.m. there will be a series of events to honor veterans. The AOH bagpipers, with Pipe Major Pat Boyle, will march in along with members of Rochester Veterans' Council. The members of the SHS Jr. ROTC will also take part. Jen Brown from The Journey Church, will sing the national anthem,
After this there will be a big DJ party, said Ball, with family friendly party favorites played by Luke Lanigan and Jeff Irwan. The music will continue up until the fireworks, which are due to commence "around 9:30-ish," according to Ball. The fireworks display will be put on by Central Maine Pyrotechnics.
Ball and Pastor Willis express their appreciation to Don Gagnon of Rochester Truck for the donation of trucks to collect and deliver the food to the pantries, to Bob Cicchetto of Rochester Sports for the loan of utility vehicles, to the fairground's board of directors, and to Troiano Waste Services of South Portland, Maine. Warm thanks also go to local organizations such as the Grange, Oddfellows, Elks, Knights, the Roland E. Patnode Post 7 American Legion family, AmVets and the Rochester Veterans Council, the local police and fire departments, ambulance crews from Farmington and Frisbie, and to local media outlets.
"We also thank the many individuals who have donated, and the 300 volunteers from The Journey Church. It is very much a collective effort," said Ball.
"I have never seen such a fine response from an organization," said Perry.
The cost of the event, this year, is estimated by Pastor Willis and Ball, to be around $45,000, and the amount that is not met through donations is picked up by The Journey Church as their way of giving back to the community.
The Journey Church's main campus is now located on 8 Eastern Ave. (Route 125) in Barrington, while Joseph's Storehouse, their local food pantry, is still located at 124 Milton Road.
For more information, visit www.thejourneynh.com, call 509-0591 or contact email@example.com.
Anyone interested in contributing to the Night Before the Fourth or Joseph's Storehouse can mail their tax deductible donation to PO Box 707, Barrington NH, 03825, Attn. Night before the Fourth.


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PONDER ON THIS by Bailey, Alice
PONDER ON THIS by Bailey, Alice
A popular and comprehensive introductory book with contents arranged in alphabetical order providing a general reference to the entire collection. Topics include The Ancient Mysteries, Courage, Crisis, Guidance, Joy, Mind, The New Age, Reincarnation, Healing and much more.
Ponder On This
The books of Alice A. Bailey, written in cooperation with a Tibetan teacher between 1919-1949, constitute a continuation of the Ageless Wisdom--a body of esoteric teaching handed down from ancient times in a form which is always suitable to each period. Intended to precede and condition the coming era, the Alice A. Bailey writings offer an unparalleled spiritual approach to such subjects as the teaching on Shamballa and the Path of spiritual evolution; the spiritual Hierarchy; the new discipleship and training in meditation as a form of service; the teaching on the seven rays and the new psychology of the soul; the teaching on esoteric astrology; and the new world religion, which emphasizes the common thread of truth linking all the major world faiths.


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With so many online stores selling SARMs, which one do you choose? Especially when you're paying over $100 for some products, you want to know you're ordering from a reputable supplier. The last thing you want is to get poor quality products after parting with your hard earned cash. Because of the effectiveness of SARMs, these products are usually expensive. However, the results will be worth it. Still , you need to make sure you're ordering from a company you can trust. That's why we recommend SARMS1.
This company sells SARMS but in capsule form instead of liquid. In this SARMS-1 review, we are going to take a look at the company itself, what products they sell, how effective SARMS capsules are in comparison to liquid sarms and what this company can do for you.
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Before purchasing sarms online, you should definitely do your research on the companies supplying them. We did the research on SARMS1 for you. And what did we discover?
First off, this company has been operating for five years. Secondly, they've provided services to over 10,000 happy customers since they've been in business. With forever available customer support, free shipping on orders over $999 and a free gift with every order of $1500+, you have so many benefits to gain from using this company. SARMS 1 also offers a selection of products that we're going to tell you about soon but first, let us talk about the pros and cons of capsule sarms because that's all this company sells right now.
Many bodybuilders have a hard time deciding which one is better. Everyone just wants the best results with the fewest negative side effects. And while people generally think of liquid sarms when they think of sarms, research has come to the fore that capsulated sarms are equally if not better than the former. And there are two main reasons why. You can find out more about what sarms are on Wikipedia.
For starters, they are harder to break down in the stomach. Capsulated SARMS are specifically designed to break down harder and longer so that all their valuable ingredients will be absorbed by your system and will not disintegrate when in contact with stomach acid. Unlike their liquid counterparts which are absorbed right away.
Secondly, the capsules only contain the right ingredients. You will often find with the illegitimate suppliers that the SARMS are formulated to contain fillers like artificial flavours. These filers are unnecessary.
Capsule sarms, on the other hand, only contain the right ingredients. You will not find fillers in the capsules. Although the taste won't be so good (because they contain zero flavourings), at least you know you are getting the real deal.
Some people like to take the liquid version of sarms because of their convenient dosing application. However, you must not forget that many of the active ingredients get lost in the liquid form, making the results less impressive.
Now let's take a look at the range of SARMS this company offers.
If you are just looking for general SARMS to buy, SARMS1 is legit and you can rely on them for a good service. They offer several products for you to choose from such as:
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Let's take a look at what people have been saying about this company. We always advise our readers to read company reviews before buying anything to make sure the company is trustworthy. Here, readers write in to share their experience with SARMS-1.
I've used sarms 1 capsules several times before and I much prefer them to their liquid counterparts. So for anyone wondering are sarms capsules legit, I can say for sure that they are. In my personal experience, I've only ever had good results from using the capsules. I've used the liquid in the past and that was great too but I just generally like the effects I get from taking the capsules. Plus, this company's prices are the best around for the quality you get. Finding a good source for sarms is hard. I've been using sarms for a few years now and it took a long time before I found a good company that also didn't close down. SARMS1 has been in business for a long time now and I believe it's because of their great products and great customer service. Highly recommended. – Pink Y
I'd heard some negative reviews about sarms1 so I had no idea whether I should order from them or not. It wouldn't be so bad if sarms were easy to get hold of but they aren't. Even when you eventually find a good company you trust, they end up closing down by the time you try to make your next order. I know SARMS1 has been around for a while now. That's why I thought I may as well give them a try. So I ordered my favourite S4 from them. They came in capsule form by the way. Frankly I wasn't so impressed with the results. Anyway, I spoke to the customer service and got some really good advice from the experts about MK-677 being a good one. So I ordered it. SARMS1 was totally right. Nutrobal is really effective and not that expensive in comparison to other providers. I could not have been more impressed with their overall service and wouldn't hesitate to use them again. If you use their coupon code, you will also notice a big difference in the price you pay for their sarms products. – Jackson Harris
Fast and useful customer service. Slightly expensive products but quality good. Well recommended. – Diesel Richards
SARMS1 is a good company. I would highly recommend them if you are looking for sarms capsules. The delivery was a bit slow but most importantly the products were good and I've definitely noticed a difference in the shape of my body since using MK-2866. – Jess Owens
By now you probably have a reasonable idea of SARMS1 as a company. We hope we've been able to give you a good insight into the company as a whole and the benefits of using sarms pills. Now it's time to decide whether you want to take the next step and buy them. SARMS1 offers a range of sarms capsules for sale. Right now, they are offering amazing discounts on their sarms1 capsules. Get yours before you miss out! You won't find better deals than the ones they are offering now.
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I have been using Research SARMS for some time now. I have found the company to be very professional. Orders arrive the next day. They are packaged appropriately and discreetly. The cost of SARMS on this site are comparable to other companies.
The PRODUCT: I am a long time user of SARMS and have purchased both good and bunk product over the years. Research SARMS are consistently good. I have had nothing but excellent results with their Products.
The negative reviews are written by users who do not understand the nature of SARMS and do not use them correctly. They are not Steroids or Prohormones. They dont behave like steroids, so please dont expect them to behave like that. There are also side effects from some of the SARMS. These are experimental drugs and you take them at your own risk.
What you will experience is s slow and controlled weight gain and/or cut I normally go on a 12 week cycle and have had extremely good results. Your diet and nutrients have to be spot on, they are not miracle drugs
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What are sarms?
Are performance enhancers. They are being developed or were developed, for the main purpose of binding to cellular androgen receptors. The purpose was to give the same beneficial effects as anabolic steroids, but in a selective manner, which means way fewer bad effects for men and especially women who use them.
SARMS have been developed since post-WWII by modifying the testosterone molecule. Big pharma has been increasing their testing over the past couple decades with the goal of having one approved that would replace testosterone replacement therapy, drugs/hormones for muscle wasting, and osteoporosis issues.
Types of sarms?
LGD-4033 (anabolicum) is an actual SARM and maybe the most consistent in terms of its use during a calorie deficit to prevent muscle wasting. Users also say they experience a boost in lean muscle mass, some strength, and fat loss. The recommended dosage is 5-10mgs a day.
MK-2866 (Ostarine) is also a SARM and is popularly used on cycle and also can be used in PCT or bridge at proper dosages. When used at 25mgs a day or less, for 4 weeks or less, it is not suppressive. It is excellent at producing lean muscle mass, fat loss, and also at helping with soft tissue health.
S4 (andarine) is a SARM which is known for its ability to increase strength better than even LGD. It also can be used for lean muscle mass and fat loss as well. Users typically run 25-75mgs per day.
RAD140 (Testolone) is the most powerful SARM that is popularly available. Users are recommended to use 10mg a day. Expect a boost in lean muscle mass, libido, and strength when using it.
Side effects
The biggest complaint with MK-677 is the hunger issue, also if abused you can develop similar side effects as you would get on human growth hormone-like internal growths, some bloating, and carpal tunnel.
LGD side effects are suppression. It is considered the most suppressive of the main SARMS that are popularly sold, so it is important to run a PCT after using.
MK-2866 is suppressive when used at more than 25mgs a day, for more than 4 weeks, therefore a PCT is needed in that situation.
S4 binds to receptors around the eyes which can cause vision issues, especially at higher dosages. I do not recommend driving at night while on S4 for this reason. It also is suppressive where a PCT is needed.
RAD140 is extremely strong and suppressive, almost as suppressive as anabolic steroids. You should always run a PCT after using it.
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If you are looking for one supplier who can not only advise on the best supplements which will suit your needs but also carry a wide range of products then look no further then: Sarms suppliers! Their website is an easy to navigate site which will guide you through their product ranges as to assure that you will find the product that you need an not the least less important: against the most competitive prices that are at this moment available! Their way of navigation from consulting and looking for your product to shopping and ordering is very easy and their actual delivery performance is amazing! I for one have always ordered my products at Sarms suppliers and can personally recommend this company to everybody…why make it difficult if it can be Sarms suppliers!!
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Opinion Columns & Blogs
Gregory Rodriguez: DREAM Act about what it means to be American
The DREAM Act, a bill that would have put some undocumented immigrants who arrived in this country before they were 16 on a path to citizenship, failed to pass the U.S. Senate in part because Republicans are in full anti-immigrant mode. But it also failed because not one American leader urged us to seriously consider what it means to be American in the 21st century.
I'm not a flaming liberal on immigration issues. I understand that we can't simply open our borders to all.
Still, critics of the DREAM Act are wrong to think the legislation somehow would encourage illegal immigration and diminish the value of U.S. citizenship. That kind of thinking stems from opponents thinking of citizenship in only the most narrow legal terms.
Ultimately, national citizenship and the rules that govern it are meant to limit membership. The assumption, of course, is that the people the rules govern are foreigners who stand on the outside looking in, desperate to qualify for membership in an exclusive club but ignorant about its culture and traditions.
The DREAM Act was meant to benefit a very different group: the already Americanized children of illegal immigrants who did not themselves break the law to come here but were brought unwittingly and often have no memory of any other home. Moreover, the law would have applied only to those who had shown a commitment to education or joined the military. In other words, the DREAM Act would have legally conferred Americanness on individuals who already were rooted culturally and geographically in the United States and in the promise of the American dream.
Air travel, international trade and digital technology have blurred all sorts of jurisdictional lines between nation states. But when push comes to shove, I think nations should require their citizens to choose one loyalty over all others. And the DREAM Act was aimed precisely at people who have done that.
Patriotism is rooted in attachment to home and community, and the DREAM Act was written to benefit people who demonstrated their attachment by pursuing an education or through service to the country. In the late 18th century, when the United States was new, it was this sort of patriotism and love of country that the founders expected from anyone who wanted to become a citizen.
The debate over the DREAM Act was disappointing in part because it was a wasted opportunity to explore the connection between community and patriotism, to examine geographic rootedness and what it means to be American. It was our chance to begin understanding Americanness more broadly as encompassing loyalty to and common fate with the people who share our towns and cities.
It's not that legality does not matter. It does. This country, like any other, has the right — and the need — to police its borders. But when we deny legal status to young people who have spent most of their lives here, have no other country and are American in everything but legal status, we miss the point and ultimate benefit of patriotism, which is to make our country and its thousands of communities more cohesive and better places to live.
The DREAM Act, which was first introduced a decade ago, is dead for now but almost certainly will be taken up again one day. Next time, proponents should push a broader, more illuminating discussion of what it means to be American.


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In a recent post, Bluetext Creative Director Jason Siegel described the differences between a top digital marketing companies, top marketing companies and top marketing agencies. Experience in developing relationships with C-Level Marketing Executives is required to sell digital marketing programs including email marketing, web site design and development, search engine marketing and social media with a focus on driving customer response, online traffic and lead generation.
Our solution was to create a brochure with several pages, step-cut and titled with the different practice areas so that anyone picking up the piece would have no choice but to see all the ways in which the firm might service their legal needs – just by looking at the cover of the material.
We were trying to make an important point, namely that, While it is certainly okay, in fact, highly recommended, to measure marketing allocations by their potential to yield a positive ROI, it is definitely not okay to consider those allocations as expenses rather as investments simply because the yield did not come as quickly as one might like." Because if you did, you'd never even consider purchasing that new couch for your office.
As a provider of a full range of marketing services, including public relations and media outreach, the use of the term marketing firm" is too limited for what we do. Marketing firms like ours do so much more than that, we cannot take the chance of being confused for a pure-play PR firm.
If that isn't the case, it could be that you have in place an attorney marketing strategy that is so darn good you couldn't keep up with it. If you experience either of those two – or even both – then you have earned the right to be smug, and what this article will talk about isn't really for you.


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Volleyball: Ridge View loses to Blythewood in Region 4-4A finale
In the final Region 4-4A match of the 2008 season for both teams, the RidgeView Blazers traveled to Blythewood to take on the Bengals on Thursday,10/23/08. The Bengals came into the match at 8-1 in the region, needing a winto assure a tie for first place with the Rock Hill Bearcats, who were also8-1. The Blazers entered the match at 5-4 in the region, and would remain in3rd place regardless of a win or loss. In the previous meeting between thesetwo teams, Blythewood prevailed in 3 close sets (25-23, 25-22, 25-21).
The first set stayed close in the early stages with Blythewood maintaining a2-point lead at 16-14. The Bengals widened the margin by scoring 3 straightpoints to go up 19-14, and went on to win the set 25-17. The Bengals came outsizzling in set 2, building a 21-5 lead, and playing a nearly perfect set.They used strong net play and aggressive hitting to overpower the Blazers formost of this set. The Blazers rallied, scoring 7 unanswered points to get towithin 9 points at 21-12, but the Bengals rebounded to win the set 25-14. Set3 saw Ridge View turn up their game using good court coverage and somewell-placed hitting, to get out to a healthy 19-13 lead. As good teamsnormally do, Blythewood made their comeback, scoring 4 straight points to getwithin 2 at 17-19, ultimately tying the score at 21. Ridge View answered,scoring a pair to go up 23-21, but could not hold off the hard-chargingBengals, as they scored the final 4 points of the set to win 25-23.
For Ridge View, senior outside hitter Lauren Fink tied for the team-lead with7 kills and 3 service aces with sophomore middle blocker Keyaira Stevenson.Junior setter Megan Woodall collected a team-leading 11 defensive digs, andadded a pair of serve aces. Junior outside hitter Hannah Cox contributed 5kills and 8 digs. Senior middle blocker Shatoya White was a strong defensiveforce at the net with 2 solo blocks and 3 block assists in the match.
Selected as leading players for this match by the Bengals' head coach weresetter Caleen Hawkins and middle blocker Andrea Keesee. The win movesBlythewood's overall record to 21-4-1, and 9-1 in the region. The loss dropsRidge View's overall record to 13-7, and region mark to 5-5.
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Lauren Fink (OH) 7 Kills, 3 Aces, 7 Digs.Megan Woodall (S) 17 Assists, 1 Kill, 2 Aces, 11 Digs, 2 Block assists.Keyaira Stevenson (MB) 7 Kills, 3 Aces, 7 Digs.Hannah Cox (OH) 5 Kills, 1 Ace, 8 Digs, 1 Assist.Jordan Dopp (RS) 1 Assist.Shatoya White (MB) 2 Aces, 4 Digs, 1 Assist, 2 Block solo, 3 Block assists.Ryann Dopp (DS) 4 Digs.Vanessa Woods (DS) 6 Digs.Chanell Rose (OH/RS) 1 Kill, 2 Aces, 1 Block solo, 1 Block assist.Diara Lewis (MB) 1 Dig, 1 Block solo.


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So, what is actually perforation? Perforation of a stamp is the pin holes on stamp sheets created by perforator (comb) so that the stamps could be parted into single pieces easily. If without perforation, stamp sheet has to be cut into single pieces by a pair of scissors or knife. If one pays extra attention on these pin holes (perforation), one would notice that some stamps have pin holes very close to each other and some have pin holes more distant to each other. The distance between two pin holes is said perforation size. The standard way of describing perforation size is the number of pin holes for a distance of 2 cm. If there are 12 pin holes for a distance of 2 cm, the perforation size is said P12. Of course, there is a special instrument (perforation gauge) to measure perforation size. One needs to lay the perforation gauge on a stamp, and then move the perforation gauge up or down along the stamp until the lines of the gauge overlaid the distance of pin holes perfectly. The reading of perforation size is given on the side of the gauge.
Of course, one could discover perforation varieties by overlaying two stamps of different perforation sizes. The pin holes of these stamps are just mis-aligned as shown in the figure below.
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Task: Following the work done by the Eastern Europe A team this team will also work alongside SunErgos International this in an orphan home for children who are considered social orphans within Eastern Europe. The team will run a day camp for the orphanage and share Bible stories with them in the hopes of reaching them with the Gospel.
Dates: June 17 – July 1
Delay in Departure
Hello, family, friends and supporters!
Due to a terminal mixup (and ultimately God's plan) the team was not able to make their first flight out of San Francisco on Saturday morning and has been delayed departing for Eastern Europe until 3:50 PM Sunday, June 18, scheduled to arrive to their destination on Monday, June 19. While they were disappointed to be delayed a day having a good night's sleep in a San Francisco hotel and free breakfast in the morning has helped ease their disappointment. 🙂 They all send their love, say they are doing well and were thankful to be able to take naps this afternoon and are REALLY looking forward finally arriving in country!
Please take a moment to pray for the team as they adjust to their new schedule and pray against any further delays in their arrival!
We will post another update as soon as the team arrives!
Team Arrival
The team has arrived! After a very LONG several days of travel the team has finally landed and connected with their field partner in the city. They are on their way to their housing location for a good night's rest before beginning cultural orientation in the morning. Please pray for good rest tonight, focused minds tomorrow and for Nick and Marlea whose bags did not make the connecting flight and will arrive tomorrow. They are thankful for teammates who are letting them borrow items and team funds to purchase a few things to tie them over until their bags arrive. Everyone is in good spirits, is SO thankful to be there and sends their love!
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Thank you for your prayers and your support!
Update #1: Wednesday, June 21
Prevyet! (Hello!)
We are in country and battling jet lag! Lucky for us, our host has a strict "no napping" rule that is supposedly going to quicken our adjustment!
Our first full day started with training through SunErgos. We learned quite a lot about the culture and language! Since then, our team has walked around counting to ten in the local language and is overjoyed at any chance we get to use one of the handful of words we actually know in the language. Our team's most often used word is "spasibo" (thank you). Our host and her family have given our team an appreciation for the difference in cultures. We are also learning to accept the very small personal space that most here people live with. 🙂 In the evening we got the opportunity to go to the ballet and see Swan Lake. To get to the ballet we got our change to ride on the underground metro for the first time! You can imagine what kind of experience this was given the small personal space here as mentioned earlier. Regardless of the crowds the ballet was beautiful, and despite jet lag (most of) our team managed to stay awake for the whole show! After the ballet that night, we all had a bonding moment with Kylee as we learned of her deep fear of birds. And we mean DEEP fear. As we exited the ballet there was a man holding two birds on his arm, he quickly approached us telling us to "touch my birds" (in a thick accent). As Kylee ran in terror, our host asked the man to stop. While not a laughing matter at the time, it is now very funny. Maybe not to Kylee.
After a good night's rest, we got to spend our first day with the kids at the center! Although slightly nervous with anticipation, our team LOVED spending time getting to know the kids. Throughout the craziness of it being our first day with them, I think we would all say that we are just so thankful to get the opportunity to know these kids. We are so excited to spend the rest of our time being the hands and feet of Jesus in this center. The language challenge was something we are still learning to navigate; however, we are all the more thankful for our translators. Even on the first day we saw kids opening up and excited to spend time getting to know us! We spent a lot of the day bonding with the kids through games that evoke laughter and a communication that does not need spoken word. We have gotten the opportunity to learn some of their stories and it has drawn our hearts to them all the more with a desire to love and serve them. As we continue to prepare for our lessons and activities we hope to instill hope, joy, and life.
After an afternoon of planning and preparing (and in an effort to stay awake until dinner because no naps!) we walked around in our neighborhood in search of caffeine. We found a promising looking place called Coffee Bar; however, it was far from what was expected. Complete with white tablecloths and a wait staff that knew no English, we attempted to order using only pictures. Given that limit, we decided on milkshakes. After the waiter repeatedly referred to our orders as "cocktails" we were unsure of what we had requested. Have no fear, when he brought them out they were definitely just milkshakes! After walking through a park in the rain and a brief stop at the grocery store we had Ossetian pies/pizzas and a wonderful team debrief tonight.
Other points of interest:
-The food here has been a hit!
-We can find our way home from the super market without Tanya's help (like true locals)
-It is currently 10:30 pm, however thanks to white nights it is as bright as mid-afternoon here!
Thank you all for your love and support! More to come soon!
Dasvidanya! (Goodbye!)
Marlea, Katie, Monique and the team
Update #2: Monday, June 26
Hello everyone!
Thanks for reading our latest update! Over the past 3 days we have spent a lot of time in the children center getting to know the kids better and building deeper relationships. The language barrier no longer seems as intimidating, which is so nice. We have learned to communicate with the kids and teens through actions, translators, and the little language phrases we have learned so far. We enjoy taking the kids outside and letting them play on the playground and run around. One night we had a game night with the teens and some of the older kids and had lots of fun playing Pterodactyl (a game that consists of us screeching at each other like dinosaurs), chair soccer, charades, and watching five teenage boys attempt (and fail) to take down Nick in wrestling.
After two days at the center, most of the teens, and a few kids, sadly left for a life skills camp. While we are excited for this opportunity for them, we were so sad to see them go. The teen group only has four teens right now, while the kids group still has ten kids. Even though the numbers are smaller it does make for more quality time with the children and teens here.
On day four at the center we started off the day by combining the kids and teens group. We played with a giant parachute and did an obstacle course together. It is fun to see the older kids interacting with the younger ones. The younger kids are very affectionate, taking every opportunity to hug and kiss us. The love the kids give us melts our hearts. The teens have been talking about really hard things they have had to overcome in their life. Although it has been really hard to hear it has also given us the opportunity to get to know them better. We hope they will continue to open up even more over these next few days. We can't believe this trip is already halfway over! We don't ever want to leave these kids.
When not at the center we have enjoyed sightseeing and exploring the city! We are getting closer to mastering using the metro. We went to a famous cathedral here in the city (see the picture below) and admired the incredible architecture all over town. Saturday our translator, Ted, took us to a fortress and attempted to be our tour guide. We got the opportunity to go on a boat ride through the rivers that run through this incredible city. On Sunday, our day off from the camp, we spent half the day at the famous museum here and then visited a local church service.
We love it here and want to make the most of every second we have left! Love you all and thank you for your support!
-Christi and the team
Update #3: Wednesday, June 28
What's up America! Glad to know that you all are still here to check up on us!
As was stated in the last update we spent Sunday at the famous museum here, which was originally the Winter Palace, and let me tell you…we had a blast! Shocking, I know; it's not everyday that you hear someone saying that they were excited about going to a museum, but this one really hit home for a lot of our team members. Just to give ya'll a little history lesson, the Winter Palace was the last residence of the last Czar, or king. That Czar was Nicholas Romanov, and what's special about that is that he had a daughter that is somewhat famous according to most Americans. If you haven't guessed it by now, I'm talking about Anastasia, the lost princess, often mistaken to be a Disney princess. Anyway, we were all super pumped to be in the palace that she lived in, the palace that was in the movie, whether accurate or not. We spent the entire time singing "Once Upon A December," a song from the movie. Aside from the excitement that came from the inner child within us all; the museum was actually really cool! We got to look at the different palace rooms and the many different exhibits. One particular that stood out was the Egyptian exhibit where we got to see a real-life mummy. That was definitely top notch! We also learned that the Egyptians would put the mummies into sarcophagi, and then into other sarcophagi, just like famous nesting dolls you see all over the place here! (I pointed it out, but no one believed me…). After the Egyptian exhibit we looked at Greek and Roman Antiquity (which I was living for, but others were not too enthused about), and then some modern art, featuring paintings by de Vinci, Michelangelo, and other famous artists. All and all it was an awesome experience, which was topped with fine authentic national dining. We ate some dumpling-type things that tasted just like pot stickers.
We ended the day by going to a protestant church with one of the translators from the center. He told us that the specific service we were at was almost like a youth group type deal because it was meant for a younger audience. The venue itself was super hip, in that it was kind of like a little coffee shop hangout with foosball tables and a little balcony. Basically what you would expect to see in a youth room. The worship was in their language, but they did play some songs we knew, like "Oceans," so we were able to sing along in English, which made for an awesome worship experience. There's nothing like two cultures coming together in worship. The message talked about the Holy Spirit and how God fills us up, but we can't just get filled once and expect that to be enough, that filled feeling has an expiration date. The pastor said that we needed to continuously be seeking God to be filled, and that we need to be pouring ourselves out into others also. The message really resonated with our work here because we're here trying to love on these kids and show them their worth and value in God, that they are wonderfully and beautifully made, but in order to do that we need to be seeking God first, otherwise we won't have anything to give them. We can only give so much to the kids, it's through God that they truly get what they need. And that's what we did Sunday!
On Monday we went back to the center in the morning where the teen group focused on the subjects of grief, loss, and depression, as these are common struggles for the kids and teens at the center. This was a really important topic to me personally as I shared with our teens my life story, and while they weren't very vocal afterwards, they seemed to be very attentive and focused as I spoke. The somber feeling didn't last for long though as the little kids soon joined the teen group in the gym for a few hours of fun. We all spread out so that all the kids could do whatever they wanted. There were kids in the ball pit, some playing with giant foam blocks, some doing crafts and others playing games. While there were many instances of chaos in the room, the overall feeling was fun!
When we left the Children Center our host informed us that we would be pairing up and going out into the city on special assignments to better immerse ourselves in the culture. What was funny about my pairing specifically was that I am easily the loudest and most extroverted person on the team, and I was paired with the quietest person on the team. That wasn't even the funny part though, because my partner told the whole group that they could tell I was nervously trying to make small talk and she just let me squirm!!! It was HILARIOUS! The assignment we had to do was take the metro, or subway, to a specific local church and find out some key facts about said church. Then we were to get back on the metro and go to a market to get some fruit and finally return home. When my partner and I got to the church we talked to a person that seemed to work there, but didn't know English, and then preceded to ask everybody in sight if they knew how to speak English until he finally found someone. After that the assignment was a cakewalk for us, but other teams weren't as lucky! Once everyone got back to the hostel we debriefed the mission and got some much needed rest.
Yesterday was by far the most energetic day, as it was Samantha's birthday! She's finally 20 years old! To celebrate we took all the kids from the center to this place call Joky Joya or something like that. Basically it's like Chuck-E-Cheese on crack! It was a blast and the kids had so much fun. It was awesome getting to see them all cut loose and not get in trouble for being loud and rambunctious kids!
On the bus ride back, the teen group got some hard news as one of our two teens, and the only male teen, was being transferred to a permanent orphanage and we wouldn't be able to say goodbye. That info shook the team pretty hard as we were hoping to be able to seem him. It has only been about a week, but the connections that we've made with these kids are real. We care about them, and even though we were going to be leaving in a few days, just loosing that time that we thought we had was hard. This was, however, a good learning experience for us because it made us realize that we aren't promised another day. God has given us today and we need to use it to the best of our ability because there might not be a tomorrow. We're only here with these kids for a few days and we need to make the most of every opportunity! Now exhausted from the play place and heartbroken from the news, the team rested for a few hours before getting some cake and ice cream to celebrate Sam's birthday. Then a few hours later we went and got Eastern European Mexican food to celebrate her birthday again! Yes…They have Mexican food…No…it wasn't as good, but what did you expect!? Nevertheless it was satisfying and made for a great end to an exhausting day!
Until next time,
Paul and all of team
Our team is currently packing up and getting ready to leave. It hardly seems real that in just a few hours we'll all be heading back on the long flight home. The last two days have been tough and full of tears, but also full of laughter and joy.
To sum up the last couple days: On Wednesday the team had a lot of fun with the kids with a lesson on friendship, complete with making friendship bracelets and giving them to each other. The kids made up some bracelets, too! Kylee and Marlea took the teen girls and had a fun girls day, painting nails and doing hair, which was lots of fun! Because there were no teen boys at the center Spencer, Nick, and Paul joined the younger kids with the rest of us. The younger kids loved it! They probably enjoyed having some guys, since all the team members with the younger kids are female. The guys took the kids outside and played soccer with the kids and even had an Easter egg hunt for them with Jolly Ranchers inside. The kids had a blast, and totally loved the surprise hunt.
After hanging out with the kids at the center, the team took advantage of the beautiful day and went to visit Saint Isaac's Cathedral. After climbing the two hundred and sixty-two steps to the top everyone was blown away at the amazing view of the city, even though it was pretty windy, actually! We all took a ton of pictures and selfies up there. Unfortunately, the inside of the cathedral was closed for the day, so we were unable to take a look inside and decided to visit it again on Friday.
Thursday was our last day with the kids. We gave the kids parting gifts, and they also had made us a really sweet picture with their names signed on it. I (Samantha) had been making them all a self-portrait for them to keep, and had only barely finished it in the nick of time that morning. I felt so happy to give it to them in person, and seeing the kids' faces light up when they saw their picture made all the late nights worth it. Katie also had brought them really sweet cards that her group of kids from Sunday school back from home had made for the kids. The kids each got one, and then were able to make some for Katie's kids back in New Mexico! It was really sweet, and the kids enjoyed decorating them with stickers. After that, we took the kids outside to play. Taryn had brought pudding packets, Oreos, and gummy worms to make dirt pudding for the kids, which they totally loved! I think they liked the worms the best of all.
Finally, it was time to say goodbye. The team visited all the kids' rooms and slowly hugged each one. It was really hard to let them go after getting to know and love them. However, we were only given these two weeks, and we made the most of it. Although we did not want to say goodbye, we know that those kids are loved and cared for by God. For the rest of the day, the team debriefed the entire trip. At first, all I wanted to do was sleep and maybe cry, but I am so glad we all got to talk through what we experienced, along with cry, and laugh together. The debrief really helped us release our tensions and bottled up emotions and become vulnerable with each other, not only bringing us closer to each other, but also preparing us to leave on a joyful note.
Later that night, the team went and saw the bridge go up at 1:15 am with our translator, Ted. It was so pretty! A lot of us said it was the best thing we had seen so far. Once it was over, Ted took us all in his car (a total of three trips) back to the hostel to finally get some sleep. The next morning, we debriefed a little more with Kylee, and did an affirmation circle. For those who don't know, an affirmation circle is where we all take turns going around the circle giving affirmation to one person, until every person has gone. It was really good for the team to build each other up and finish the trip as united with each other.
After that, Tanya took us all to Saint Isaac's Cathedral again, and we were able to go inside. As we were walking to dinner, we had a huge surprise. We saw some of our teens and kids waiting for the bus! It was so exciting that we got to say goodbye again! We loved the extra goodbye, and so did they. After they took the bus, we went and got dinner, and then some of us headed back to the hostel while others went and got a few last minute souvenirs. And now, here we all are, packing, sleeping, and preparing for our flight home.
It's been real and it's been fun! Thank you all for your support, reading along with our updates and praying for us during our time here. We are so sad to leave, but excited to share more stories with you in person!
See you all again soon!
Samantha and Team Russia B
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Team Eastern Europe B made it home safely! Thank you to everyone who prayed along with their ministry efforts and supported them through reading their blog updates!


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The Yucca Drive-In was opened February 2, 1954, when it was listed a being operated by Frontier Theatres Inc. It was closed in 1970.
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Approx. address for this drive-in was 641 US Hwy 70.
Mr. and Mrs. Marshall Sanguinet launched the predecessor to the Yucca with Alamogordo's first drive-in, the Starlite Outdoor Theatre on December 9, 1949. The Starlite was located on Highway 70 two miles southwest of the city. In 1952, Sanguinet would begin to build the Yucca north of the city but — apparently — water hook-up was challenging and the theatre would construction, two miles north of the city also on Highway 70 / Highway 54, was halted. During that prolonged process, Sanguinet would sell out to Theatre Enterprises Inc. Circuit which operated the Mesa and White Sands theatres
The ozoner finally launched with a 457-car capacity and its 62x44' screen was the largest in southern New Mexico. Cliff Keim managed both the Yucca and Starlite as well as the White Sands and Mesa though now al in the Frontier Theatres Circuit Inc.'s portfolio. Grace Methodist Church began drive-in services in 1954 at the Yucca.
Yucca Drive-In was north of town. The correct address is:
N White Sands Blvd, .15 mile north of N Scenic Dr
Alamogordo, NM 88310
The incorrect address in the current heading is for the Starlite Drive-In, which was south of town.
Google Maps cites the address as 3540 N White Sands Blvd, Alamogordo, NM. Currently, a pet adoption center and UPS Customer Center sit on the property.
However, you can see the remnants of the ramps on the north side. http://tinyurl.com/gnfhn63
The Yucca Drive-in opened on February 2, 1954. Ads go through 1970 and flea market listings thereafter.
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Before you travel overseas, take a closer look at the cards in your wallet. One credit card may come with perks and benefits to make your trip a breeze while others could stick you with a bunch of unnecessary fees. See what to look for when using credit cards while abroad and how you can avoid common points of traveling using credit.
Check Foreign Transaction Fees
Credit cards can offer better exchange rates, fraud protection and the convenience of not having to carry around large amounts of cash during your trip. However, many credit cards charge a foreign transaction fee up to 3% on purchases made over overseas. If you will be using your card to pay for your hotel stay, meals and other expenses these fees can add up. Check to see which of your credit cards is the most widely accepted abroad and which one carries the lowest foreign transaction fees. If you are planning an extended stay abroad, it may be worthwhile to apply for a card that has no foreign transaction fee at least 30 days before your trip.
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Before you go, call your issuer and inform them of your travel plans. Let them know exactly when and where you will be traveling. Failure to do so can result in your account being temporarily suspended due to suspected fraud. It's also a good opportunity to see if your card comes with any extra benefits like travel insurance and to ask for a toll-free number that will work outside the U.S. in case your wallet is lost or stolen. It may also help to have a credit card that makes it easy for you to freeze your account should your card be lost or stolen.* This can help you avoid excessive fraudulent charges to your account until you receive a replacement card.
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For the 401k Fiduciary Looking to Reduce Fiduciary Liability: Who Is and Who Isn't a Registered Investment Adviser?
The 401k fiduciary typically searches for ways to reduce fiduciary liability. This can be done by hiring what the United States Department of Labor (DOL) terms "prudent experts," particularly in the area of investments. The DOL permits a fiduciary to appoint, among others, a registered investment adviser to reduce personal fiduciary liability.
In the DOL booklet Meeting Your Fiduciary Responsibilities, the DOL explains how ERISA/401k fiduciaries can reduce their fiduciary liability:
A fiduciary can also hire a service provider or providers to handle fiduciary functions, setting up the agreement so that the person or entity then assumes liability for those functions selected. If an employer appoints an investment manager that is a bank, insurance company, or registered investment adviser, the employer is responsible for the selection of the manager, but is not liable for the individual investment decisions of that manager.
It's pretty clear what a bank or insurance company is (I hope), but it's not unusual for the fiduciary to be confused as to who is and who isn't a registered investment adviser.
First, let's explain what a registered investment adviser (RIA) is. An RIA is registered with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) under the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 (40 Act). Several years ago, the SEC no longer required certain smaller RIAs to register under the 40 Act. Instead, those smaller RIAs could register at the state level. Many states exempt certain smaller investment advisers from registering, so it's possible a firm offering investment adviser services may not be registered.
How can the plan fiduciary tell if an investment adviser is an RIA? That's pretty simple. The SEC requires all RIAs to provide prospective clients with a Form ADV Part II (or similar brochure). In addition, any RIAs registered with the SEC must file an electronic Form ADV Part I. The ERISA/401k fiduciary can then search for the particular RIA at the SEC's Investment Adviser Public Disclosure search site. It's a little bit more difficult for state registered RIAs since every state has its own rules. While there's no need to outright eliminate state registered RIAs, the prudent fiduciary may want to investigate if a state registered RIA is appropriate.
There are two common misconceptions the ERISA/401k fiduciary often has regarding who is an RIA.
Mutual Funds – Although mutual funds, or Registered Investment Companies, are registered with the SEC under the Investment Company Act of 1940 (this can be perplexing – mutual funds have their own "40 Act"), mutual funds are technically securities. So, selecting a mutual fund is similar to selecting IBM public stock – something that's obviously not an investment adviser.
Brokers – Any number of types of individuals and firms can be brokers, including insurance companies, (remember, the DOL allows plan fiduciaries to use insurance companies to legitimately reduce fiduciary liability). These firms most frequently include broker/dealers and financial planners. A simple rule of thumb is if the individual you're dealing with has a securities license, then they're probably a broker. This doesn't mean they're not also a RIA, but, again, you can verify this by checking the SEC Investment Adviser Public Disclosure search site to be sure. Of course, even if they are a RIA, the fact that they're also a broker means the ERISA/401k fiduciary must undertake suitable due diligence regarding payment terms to insure the relationship does not create a self-dealing conflicts-of-interest problem (but this is the subject for a different article).
Even though the DOL permits plan fiduciaries to reduce their personal fiduciary liability by hiring a registered investment adviser, bank or insurance company, it's good to keep in mind the following warning offered by the DOL:
However, an employer is required to monitor the manager periodically to assure that it is handling the plan's investments prudently and in accordance with the appointment.