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TuesdayJul 08, 2008 11:38 am

Universal Energy Corporation (UVSE.OB) Completes Pipeline

Universal Energy Corporation is an independent diversified energy company engaged in the acquisition, development, exploration and production of crude oil and natural gas in Louisiana and Texas. Universal Energy Corp has two subsidiaries: Universal Explorations, Inc. and Universal Services, Inc. Universal Services, Inc. has recently engaged in activities to acquire two energy services companies; Powertown Line Construction, which provides installation, maintenance and replacement for the power lines used in the transmission and distribution of energy to end users; and Williston Crane, which provides heavy equipment used in the maintenance and construction industry. On July 3, 2008, Universal Energy announced the…

TuesdayJul 08, 2008 10:44 am

Brenda Barnes – Sara Lee (SLE)

At 53, Brenda Barnes is back and in full swing. Ten years ago, her 1997 resignation as Head of Pepsico’s North American Beverage business to spend more time with her family caused a huge debate at the time for women in business. Many felt Brenda had let down their gender by opting out of the executive office. Some speculated she left to protest her husband Randy Barnes’ stalled career as Senior VP and Treasurer at Pepsico. Brenda insisted the resignation was about parenthood. Nevertheless, when Brenda left, it caused women in executive ranks around the US to take notice, but…

TuesdayJul 08, 2008 10:42 am

Susan Arnold – Procter and Gamble Co. (PG)

Susan Arnold is a bit of an enigma. Little is written about her personal life anywhere. Her corporate biography shows that she went directly from college at University of Pennsylvania to pursue her MBA at University of Pittsburgh. From there, she promptly joined Procter and Gamble in September of 1980 and has been there ever since. A career in a single company is a rarity these days, but it is more common among the women who break through. Susan was the first woman to achieve the title of President at Procter and Gamble. Along the way, she managed to have…

TuesdayJul 08, 2008 10:39 am

Angela Braly – Wellpoint, Inc. (WLP)

Known to skip monthly management team meetings for her daughter’s birthday and to reschedule a board meeting so she could attend her daughter’s 4th grade play, Angela Braly at 46 is one of the youngest women CEOs, as well as the only one running a Fortune 50 company. With three children, Angela managed the family life balance through a suggestion by her husband that he become a stay at home dad. Rather than ‘coming from nowhere’ to take the CEO position, Angela has a long history of health care involvement, first working passionately for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Missouri,…

TuesdayJul 08, 2008 9:54 am

Altair Nanotechnologies Inc. (ALTI) Reports Successful Results for Electric Grid Program

Altair Nanotechnologies Inc. (Nasdaq: ALTI) develops ceramic nanomaterials for alternative energy products, life sciences and performance materials markets based on its proprietary manufacturing process. The company’s advanced battery pack systems are used in stationary applications, as well as electric and hybrid-electric vehicles. Altair today announced the successful completion of its demonstration and validation program for a two-megawatt, 500 kilowatt-hour battery system purchased by AES Corp. (NYSE: AES), one of the largest global power companies in the world. With operations in 29 countries on five continents, AES has the capacity to serve 100 million people worldwide. Altair’s program was developed by…

TuesdayJul 08, 2008 9:52 am

Octillion Corp. (OCTL.OB) Expands Product Pipeline to Revolutionize the Renewable Energy Market

Octillion Corp. operates through its subsidiaries to identify, acquire, develop and market alternative and renewable energy technologies. The company works with universities, research institutions, start-up companies and government agencies to find those technologies to meet the renewable energy market’s demand and needs. The company today announced it will expand its product development pipeline to include technologies capable of producing clean electricity derived from kinetic energy of moving vehicles such as cars, buses, trucks, trains and rapid transit. Paired with this immediate expansion plan, the company recently formed a new, wholly-owned subsidiary, Kinetic Power Corp., focused on capturing the kinetic energy…

TuesdayJul 08, 2008 9:49 am

Bridgeline Software Inc. (BLSW) Nabs Contract from NICB

Bridgeline Software Inc. is a developer of web application management software and award-winning web applications. The company provides end-to-end solutions that help organizations optimize business processes through web-based technologies. On July 8, 2008, Bridgeline announced that the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) selected the company's software as the platform for their enterprise web initiatives, including their heavily trafficked public and member sites at http://www.nicb.org. The National Insurance Crime Bureau is the nation's premier not-for-profit organization dedicated exclusively to preventing, detecting, and defeating insurance fraud and vehicle theft. NICB partners with insurance companies and law enforcement agencies to facilitate the identification,…

TuesdayJul 08, 2008 9:04 am

Beacon Equity Research Featured Company: Mainland Resources, Inc. (MNLU.OB)

Mainland Resources, Inc. (MNLU.OB) acquires, explores, and develops oil and gas properties in the United States, with a primary focus in the East Holly Field of De Soto Parish in Louisiana, where the company has existing leases. The company is working toward capitalizing on Haynesville Shale, Cotton Valley and Hosston formations, located in Northwest Louisiana, with Haynesville Shale being the emerging big player in natural gas. Mainland Resources’ property in the DeSoto Parish is approximately 2,695 acres, and was originally acquired for exploration of the Hosston and Cotton Valley formations. Major natural gas resources in the Haynesville Shale were discovered…

TuesdayJul 08, 2008 9:01 am

Chancery Resources, Inc. (CCRY.OB)

Chancery Resources, Inc. (CCRY.OB) is working toward acquiring, developing, and expanding properties rich with gold and minerals into world-class assets. The company is focused on properties in Columbia. Chancery’s El Cafetal Gold Mine is located in the historic Valparaiso gold mining district in Columbia. The property encompasses 135 hectares. The company intends to expand and exploit the minerals, such as gold, silver, and copper deposits, that are found within the property. The Antioquia region in Columbia has been known for its strong gold producing potential, but its full potential has not yet been tapped. Chancery’s location will be integral to…

TuesdayJul 08, 2008 8:55 am

SkyPostal Networks Inc. (SKPN.OB) Recently Signed a Key Strategic Marketing Agreement with DHL Global Mail

Last week, SkyPostal Networks signed a contract with Deutsche Post's DHL Global Mail, which allows the company to expand its service coverage to Europe. Previously, SkyPostal was only focused on delivering mail to the Latin American-Caribbean region. This monumental contract is anticipated to significantly increase SkyPostal's revenues. Current statistics of mail delivery indicate that 12% of the international mail coming from the United States goes to the Latin America-Caribbean (LAC) region. In contrast, an estimated 35% of U.S. international mail is delivered into Europe. SkyPostal may now capitalize on the combined postal demand of both major regions. DHL Global Mail is…

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