A divergent cast of unforgettable characters with ambition, deception, and revenge on their minds jockey for high stakes as organized crime confronts the thoroughbred racing society in Dean DeLuke's debut thriller, Shedrow. From rolling pastures in Lexington, KY to darkened alleyways in Newark, NJ, from Manhattan's posh '21' Club to a peculiar and mysterious landfill in Eastern Kentucky, and from Saratoga Springs, NY to the tiny island of St. Lucia, Shedrow portrays a collision of characters from many divergent worlds. High society and the racing elite, medical and veterinary specialists, mob figures, and Kentucky hill folk become entangled in this unique twist on the medical thriller.

Shedrow is available August 16, 2010 in bookstores and online. Advanced copies of Shedrow and interviews with Dr. DeLuke available upon request. Dr. DeLuke is donating a portion of all sales proceeds to the Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation, which saves horses that can no longer compete on the racetrack from possible neglect, abuse, or slaughter. To learn more about Shedrow, visit www.shedrow1.com.

Let's go catch'em! Millennium's gone 'Lakes Region Fishing'

Lakes Region Fishing, based out of Vermont and New York is coming to TV and promises there is nothing quite like it on national television today. The show will be hosted by Nate Laskiewicz, a professional fisherman and highly experienced fishing guide with decades of competitive fishing success. The show is unique in that it aims to instruct, entertain and educate the amateur fisherman and their entire family.

"It's a realistic fishing show where people are going to learn how to fish in their local rivers, ponds, and lakes," states host Nate Laskiewicz. "We'll be teaching viewers how to catch more fish, and bigger fish more often, and apply these skills to their own home waters. The lake regions in Vermont and New York offer so many choices, whether you want to be on a large body of water, or the secluded lake or pond in the Green Mountains or the Adirondacks, we will be fishing them all. "

Each episode of Lakes Region Fishing will also have dedicated segments that will highlight local attractions, amenities and points of interest specific to each episodes featured location. "The show not only will educate how to fish, but will highlight the region and bring the whole family to the area for fishing and recreation," added Laskiewicz. Episodes will also feature various fishing conditions and techniques with graphics and visual demonstrations, a Q&A session with Nate, demonstrations of the latest fishing technology and sponsor products, as well as a safety or conservation tip presented by professionals in their respective fields. Nate will also educate viewers on how to maintain the local fishing resources, protecting waterways for generations to come.

With wide appeal to anglers and families alike, Lakes Region Fishing is actively seeking sponsors and advertiser's and is offering several affordable opportunities. The show has also recently retained Millennium Business Communications, a full-service marketing communications firm based in Albany, New York to coordinate the launch of the show. As agency of record Millennium will be handling public relations efforts, providing marketing support and also assisting in the securing of show sponsors.

The first season of Lakes Region Fishing will consist of 13 episodes and is currently in production. Current locale's of Vermont and New York being featured on the show include Albany, Lake George, St. Lawrence Valley, Ticonderoga, the Finger Lakes, Burlington and Rutland to name a few. Season one is scheduled to begin airing on the Sportsman Channel in late December, with filming for the second season beginning in May 2011. To learn more visit www.LakesRegionFishing.com.

Millennium News July 2010

Alteris Renewables opens new "TechCity" office

Alteris Renewables, Inc., the largest design-build and integrator of solar and renewable energy systems in the Northeast, is pleased to announce the opening of its new regional office located in Kingston, New York within TechCity, the Hudson Valley Region's first eco-friendly commercial and light industrial complex. The office officially opened for business on August 1, and sees Alteris expanding deeper into New York's Hudson Valley Region, furthering its mission to bring quality, affordable renewable energy systems to homeowners, businesses and schools in the northeast United States.

"As the solar market in New York State, and the entire Northeast continues to rapidly grow, the need to provide quality-engineered solar energy solutions has never been more important," said Michael Stangl, PE, Vice President of Regional Sales for Alteris Renewables. "With a presence in TechCity, Alteris will be able to make its affordable and reliable solar energy systems conveniently available to customers throughout New York's entire Hudson Valley Region."

Alteris entered into Albany, New York with the acquisition of Renewable Power Systems in 2009, and this past May acquired ISI Solar of New City, which saw them expanding into the Lower Hudson Valley Region and New Jersey markets. With TechCity being located mid-way between Albany and New York City, it is quickly becoming known as the HUB of Solar and Renewable Energy Reinvestment in New York State.

The new Alteris office also strengthens TechCity's cluster concept of attracting green, sustainable companies that will benefit from their proximity to one another at TechCity. Alteris now joins a list of tenants within TechCity that includes, Solartech Renewables, which is the only American owned solar panel manufacturer in the eastern United States. Both companies look to benefit by the close proximity as the interest and demand for domestically manufactured solar panels increases. "Considering the growing market for solar power within New York and specifically in this region, it is important for us as a New York company to have this presence within TechCity, the solar energy HUB in the State," added Stangl.

Daniel Wieneke, President, TechCity Properties, said, "TechCity offers a wide-variety of office and manufacturing spaces, as well as a host of amenities, that fit the needs of almost every type of business. We welcome Alteris Renewables to our campus and look forward to working with them as their business continues to grow in the years to come."

Millennium News June 2010

La Salle Institute retains Millennium Business Communications; Campaign aimed at building awareness and increasing enrollment

Millennium Business Communications, an award winning marketing communications firm in Albany, NY has been retained by La Salle Institute of Troy, NY to create and launch a multi-media marketing campaign aimed at distinguishing La Salle as a preferred and affordable alternative to Public Schools, and recruiting new students. The campaign, entitled "Trust your son's future to LaSalle," features a series of hard hitting messages to build its brand, as well as stress the fact that while public schools face uncertainty and cuts, La Salle continues to add strong academic program offerings and maintains robust athletic and award winning music programs for its students. The campaign recently kicked off and will run well into the summer.

Because La Salle Institute is located conveniently in Troy, next to the campus of Hudson Valley Community College (HVCC), it allows La Salle to be the only school in the region able to offer College courses and programs on the HVCC campus. This allows student to not only receive college credits, but also be a part of the actual college campus environment. "We feel our program offerings are tremendous in preparing students for the next level and beyond," said Brother Carl Malacalza, Principal of La Salle. "Our graduating class had 100% acceptance to Colleges and Universities across the Country, and students received over $9 million in scholarships. These are the types of students and men La Salle produces." The number of available college courses at La Salle will grow to 30 next year, and they are in development to add an alternative energy curriculum that would further allow students to take advantage of HVCC's nanotechnology and renewable energy programs.

"La Salle is the best kept secret in education in the Capital District," stated Paul Madelone, Chief Marketing Officer for Millennium Business Communications. "Their academics, athletics and arts programs are top notch, and given the cuts going on with Public Schools and the surrounding uncertainty, we want the public to know that La Salle is a viable and preferred choice for their Son's education."

"We chose Millennium Business Communications after much research. We are very pleased with the quickness of their responses, how thoroughly this has been handled and the professionalism from such a young company," said Tish LaTorre, Director of Institutional Advancement for La Salle Institute. "The expertise that Millennium brings to the table is unsurpassed in this region. Millennium understands the pulse of this community and yet it is a firm that reaches globally."

ProZone completes wood baseball lockers for ESPN

Will be on display during 2010 Sunday and Wednesday Night baseball broadcasts

Scotia, NY - ProZone, an industry leading manufacturer and installer of custom wood lockers based in Scotia, NY, has recently completed a wood locker system for the set of ESPN's Sunday and Wednesday Night Baseball broadcasts for the 2010 Major League Baseball season. The custom crafted baseball wood lockers are being used by ESPN during the "Matchup of the Night" segment for every Sunday Night and Wednesday Night baseball game aired on the network during the season. Additionally, the ProZone Lockers will be moved to the studio, so ESPN can use them on set for their nightly baseball program, Baseball Tonight.

"These lockers will allow ESPN to basically setup a locker room on their set for each team, so whatever the matchup is that evening, the jersey's and equipment of the teams and players involved will be featured in the lockers," stated Michael Caruso, President and Founder of ProZone. "ProZone worked closely with ESPN's creative team to ensure that their new baseball lockers were exactly the right size and design, and capable of hanging a jersey and storing all the equipment a major league baseball player requires."

Recent and notable ProZone Locker projects in addition to ESPN, include locker rooms for the Carmelo K. Anthony Basketball Center in Syracuse, Harvard University, Syracuse University, Union College, Siena College, RPI East Campus Athletic Village, Rutgers University, College of the Holy Cross, SUNY Geneseo, University of Hartford, Northeastern University, the AHL's Syracuse Crunch, Albany Academy and Shenendehowa High School.

Millennium puts on its "Sensible Shoes" for the 2010 Albany Kidney Walk

The National Kidney Foundation of Northeast New York's Albany Kidney Walk was held on June 6, 2010 on the UAlbany Campus and was once again a great success. Despite the rain spirits were high and a good time was had by all, with over $120,000 being raised for a great cause!

Millennium News May 2010

Problem Solved "Hair"

Millennium Business Communications, an award winning Marketing Communications firm in Albany, New York has produced media and online video assets for Dejoseph Hair Restoration, who has specialized in men's and women's Hair Restoration in the Capital District since 1964. The assets produced include a 30 second television spot that will focus on women's hair restoration, as well as a series of online video modules that will feature Joseph DiGiuseppe of Dejoseph's, discussing candidly the issues facing both men and women hair loss and the associated benefits of hair restoration solutions available.

"Society generally isn't kind to those suffering from hair loss, particularly women, who don't know their options or where to turn," said Joseph DeGiuseppe, owner of Dejoseph Hair Restoration. "However we want women, as well as men, to know that there are proven and affordable technologies out there to combat your hair loss, and solve your problem."

Flushing Bank"ing" on Millennium

Millennium Business Communications has been contracted by Flushing Bank, based in Lake Success, New York to create a business-to-business marketing campaign aimed at increasing their business banking relationships with small businesses throughout the boroughs of New York.

"Flushing Bank has always been committed to small businesses, which often get overlooked by the bigger banks," stated Paul Madelone, Chief Marketing officer for Millennium Business Communications. "They offer a variety of business products and services aimed at keeping small businesses healthy and helping them grow, and that's what is important to business owners in this challenging economy."

Flushing Bank serves consumers and businesses by offering a full complement of deposit, loan, and cash management services through its fifteen banking offices located in Queens, Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Nassau County.

Millennium News April 2010

Get your Chotchkie's and flair here...Millennium Promotional Products has arrived

Millennium Business Communications, LLC, an award winning full service Marketing Communications firm in Albany, New York has announced the launch of its new division, Millennium Promotional Products. As a certified ASI (Advertising Specialties Institute) Distributor, Millennium will be offering quality products from the industry's most reputable manufacturers and suppliers. "Offering quality promotional products allows Millennium the ability to provide additional services to our growing client base," stated Paul Madelone, Chief Marketing Officer for Millennium.

The specialty products offerings will include trade show booth displays, employee service award and recognition products, sporting event products and brand awareness products, to name a few. In addition, the new division will provide printing services for business forms and corporate identity items such as business cards, stationary, etc. Millennium Promotional products will be headquartered in Millennium's new corporate offices at 421 New Karner Road, Suite 12 in Albany, NY.

Millennium attends TEC-SMART ribbon cutting

Hudson Valley Community College's newest facility, TEC-SMART, features more than a dozen state-of-the-art classrooms and laboratories that will be used to train the workforce in green technologies, including semiconductor manufacturing, photovoltaics, home energy efficiency, geothermal, alternative fuels and wind energy. "TEC-SMART will soon be recognized as a mecca for skilled labor in the Clean Energy Field," stated Joseph Sarubbi, Executive Director of TEC-SMART.

A ribbon cutting ceremony and open house was held on April 21, 2010 at its new STEP Park facility located next to Luther Forest in Malta. Also on display was the new 62.6 kW solar panel system installed by Alteris Renewables, featuring both roof and ground mount systems. Together with the facilities other sustainable features, which includes two 5 kW wind turbines still in the construction process, it is expected to significantly reduce TEC-SMART's energy consumption by 40%.

Congrats to UAlbany football captain Dave Casale, star safety signs with Montreal of CFL

Dave Casale, the 2009 University at Albany team football captain, from Troy, New York, has signed a two year contract to play football professionally for the Montreal Alouettes of the Canadian Football League (CFL). In his four seasons with UAlbany, the standout free safety totaled 224 career tackles, ranking 17th on the program's all-time chart, and finished sixth in school history with 11 career interceptions. He received the Great Danes' top defensive back award this past season.

"It's a dream come true to now be able to play the game I love at the professional level," stated Casale, the 6'2, 230 pound free safety who was named All-ECAC and All-Northeast Conference First-Team All-Star multiple times during his career with UAlbany. "My experience at UAlbany as a Great Dane was amazing and has prepared me for the challenges ahead, I'm honored to have been part of such an outstanding program. I look forward to working as hard as I can and playing in the CFL with a championship franchise like the Alouettes."

Casale, 22, is a Troy native and graduated UAlbany with a degree in Business Administration in addition to four varsity letters. Previously he was a graduate of Troy High where he was senior captain of the football team and named to the Albany Times Union and Troy Record all-area First Team, as well as being a two-time All-Big Ten selection.

"Dave has far exceeded my expectations," said UAlbany's Bob Ford, who has served as the school's head football coach since 1970. "He not only turned into a good, he turned into a great one. He did it with hard work in the weight room and on the practice field and by paying attention to detail. He is extremely tough and a fierce competitor."

Millennium News March 2010

The Bette Companies, Bette & Cring go live!

Millennium Business Communications, an award winning full service Marketing Communications firm located in Albany, New York, is pleased to announce the launching of the brand new websites for Bette & Cring Construction Group and The Bette Companies. The sites may be found on the web at www.bettecring.com and www.thebettecompanies.com respectively.

A diversified construction management and general-contracting firm based in Latham, New York, Bette & Cring is recognized as a leading provider of construction services in New York State and throughout North America. The Bette Companies web page will unify the several operating companies owned by the Bette family including Bette & Cring, BBL Florida, Texas BBL, First Columbia and COGEN Power Technologies.

"The Bette family and Bette & Cring have long been leaders in the Construction industry, and now they will have the web presence to reflect that and how diverse they really are," stated Nick Madelone, President for Millennium. "We're unifying all of their companies under The Bette Companies name, creating a strong national brand for them as they market their construction and renewable energy services." A brand new website for Texas BBL, a leader in multi-family construction based in Dallas, Texas is currently in development. Millennium developed and launched the website for COGEN Power Technologies, in the Spring of 2009.

Hannoush Family Establishes Endowment Fund at the Children's Hospital at Albany Medical Center

David Hannoush, owner of Hannoush Jewelers, and his wife Diana Saliba Hannoush, recently presented a $10,500 donation to Albany Medical Center in support of the Hannoush Family Endowed Fund in support of the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) at the Children's Hospital at Albany Medical Center. The endowment was established in memory of Michael David Hannoush, the eldest child of the Hannoush's and will provide critical funding for equipment and amenities that will help to provide comfort for patients admitted to the Children's Hospital PICU and their families. Part of the proceeds from the donation were raised from the Hannoush Jewelers 25th Anniversary Celebration which took place this past Fall. The donation also marks the official "kick off" of the Hannoush Family Endowment Fund for the Children's Hospital, in their effort to initiate a $50,000 endowment in memory of their son.

Millennium News Feb 2010

Millennium "Moving" on up!

Millennium Business Communications has recently relocated its offices to larger space within Shaker Park West. The new Millennium offices are located at 421 New Karner Road, Suite 12, Albany, New York 12205. “As our business and client roster continues to grow there was a need for the larger space,” stated Joseph Madelone, CEO of Millennium Business Communications.

Rosetti Properties new website launched

Rosetti Properties, which offers high end apartment homes and prime commercial real estate throughout the Capital Region, has launched its new website at www.rosettiproperties.com. The site was developed by Millennium Business Communications, of Albany, New York and will market its numerous apartment complexes including Shaker Run Apartments in Colonie, Partridge Hill Apartments in North Greenbush, The Woodlands of Latham, Hawthorne Gardens of Guilderland, Williamsburg Court of Saratoga Springs, as well as the Rosetti commercial division.

The site includes detailed overviews and imagery for each of the Rosetti Properties including individual unit offerings, amenities and floor plans, as well as regional highlights specific to each location. “It has been a pleasure working with Millennium and we are very excited about this launch and the many opportunities it will provide us,” stated Jacqueline Rosetti-Falvey.

Millennium News Jan 10

Paul really does have another life!

Millennium Chief Marketing Officer Paul Madelone was recently featured in the Times Union's “My Other Life” feature. Read all about his dedication to community involvement, his taste for fine wine and how he likes to dress up as the man with the bag himself…Santa Claus! Read all about it here:

http://blog.timesunion.com/business/my-other-life-paul-madelone/17529/

3-2-1 Happy New Year!

Millennium Business Communications would like to wish everyone a happy, healthy and prosperous 2010!

Millennium News Dec 09

It's the most wonderful time of the year!

The Millennium crew would like to wish everyone a safe and happy holiday season.

TMI Companies "wood" like your attention…AMwood Products are on the way!

The TMI Companies, a leading provider of architectural woodwork and construction services throughout the Eastern United States, has contracted with Millennium Business Communications to strategically brand and launch a new manufacturing division, Amwood Products. Amwood Products will manufacture upscale wood furnishings including engineered and hardwood flooring, shelving, and a variety of other wood products directly to commercial developers and targeted retailers. Amwood will manufacture and distribute its products directly from TMI's headquarters located in Albany, NY.

Millennium will be involved with the strategic planning and marketing of the new division and its products, including the development of a complete branding and corporate identity package for Amwood Products. A new corporate website is currently in production, which will be located on the web at www.amwoodproducts.net. Millennium will also be providing strategic direction and the development of the business plan. Amwood Products is expected to be launched after the first of the year.

Amwood Products was created by TMI with the goal of diversifying its current services and offerings to include manufacturing and distribution. "Going forward we're looking to diversify by manufacturing a variety of wood products," stated Matt Biagiotti, President of TMI Companies and Amwood Products. "The manufacturing of these wood products will also stress sustainability, as we are an experienced green builder." TMI officials are also in the process of considering various renewable and energy efficient solutions for their manufacturing facility including a solar photovoltaic system.

Millennium News Nov 09

This web space for "rent" Rosetti Properties

Rosetti Properties has contracted Millennium Business Communications, of Albany, New York to design and develop a new website that will market its numerous apartment complexes and commercial properties across the Capital Region. Current properties to be featured on the website include Shaker Run Apartments in Colonie, Partridge Hill Apartments in North Greenbush, The Woodlands of Latham, Hawthorne Gardens of Guilderland, Williamsburg Court of Saratoga Springs as well as the Rosetti commercial division. The site, which will effectively bring the Rosetti Properties online for the first time, will include detailed overviews and imagery for each of the properties including individual unit offerings, amenities and floor plans, as well as regional highlights specific to each location.

"Bringing the Rosetti Properties online is something we've wanted to do for a long time," stated Jacqueline Rosetti-Falvey, Vice President of Rosetti Properties. "We're very excited about the new site and working with Millennium. Exemplary service, maintenance and quality construction is synonymous with the Rosetti name and our properties, and our new website will showcase that online." The Rosetti Properties site is expected to completed and launched soon after the first of the year and can be found on the web at www.RosettiProperties.com.

Millennium News Oct 09

"Checking Up" on new Dental Offices Website

Millennium Business Communications, an award-winning marketing communications firm based in Albany, New York, is pleased to announce the design and launch of the new website for Dental Offices LLP, of Schenectady, NY. The site can be found on the web at www.dentalofficesllp.com.

Founded in 1954 by Dr. Dominick DeLuke, Dental Offices has been providing high-quality, comprehensive dental care and services to residents of Schenectady and the Capital District for over 50 years. Its doctors and skilled practitioners are well trained and experienced in all areas of Dentistry including General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry and Oral Surgery.

Millennium welcomes Development PLUS

Millennium Business Communications is pleased to welcome Development PLUS to its growing list of clients. Development PLUS fundraising council offers non-profit organizations over 25 years experience in the fundraising industry throughout the United States and Canada, providing essential fundraising development and management expertise needed to reach and surpass their financial goals, be it for a single campaign, special fundraising event or for annual giving programs. Millennium will be providing the company with a new logo, corporate identity package, corporate brochure and website.

Millennium News Sept 09

It's an honor! Millennium's Paul Madelone appointed Chairman of the NKF of Northeast NY

Paul J. Madelone, a principal in Millennium Business Communications, LLC, has been appointed Chairman of the National Kidney Foundation of Northeast NY and a National Delegate to the General Assembly for the 2009 and 2010 terms. Madelone previously spent the past two years as the Foundation's Vice Chairman, where he was instrumental in Foundation fundraising efforts and event orchestration. He succeeds former chairman Peter Chynoweth.

"This is a cause that's very dear to my heart, and I'm honored to be named Chairman of the NKF of Northeastern, NY." stated Paul Madelone. "There is not one single day that goes by that this affiliate is not out in the community providing services that are needed by patients and family members, healthcare professionals, and community service organizations. We continue to enhance our services and expand our reach, but we can only do this through continued support from the community. I look forward to the challenges the next two years will bring."

The National Kidney Foundation of Northeast New York, Inc. is one of 27 affiliates and divisions of the National Kidney Foundation, Inc., a voluntary not-for-profit health organization. It covers 19 counties in Upstate New York including the entire Capital Region, and up to and surrounding the Plattsburgh, Utica and Binghamton regions. The Mission of the National Kidney Foundation of Northeast New York is to prevent kidney and urinary tract diseases, improve the health and well-being of individuals and families affected by these diseases, and increase the availability of all organs for transplantation.

Public support for the National Kidney Foundation provides vital funding for Kidney research, Patient and Family services and Public Health Education for the Northeast New York region. For additional information on how you can help the NKF go to www.nkfneny.org.

Are you ready for some football?

Silverman Law is! Catch their ads running during each and every Monday Night Football game this NFL season! Also know as Silverman, Silverman & Seligman, P.C., Silverman Law has been representing injured workers in the areas of Workers Compensation and Social Security Disability throughout the Capital Region since 1976. Visit them online at www.thesilvermanfirm.com.

Cellution "Solution"

Millennium Business Communications, of Albany, New York has been retained by Cellution, a leading wireless expense management company based in Upstate New York to provide marketing strategy and business coaching services. Through a series of business to business marketing initiatives, Millennium aims to guide Cellution in building its client base throughout Fortune 1000 companies. The campaign is scheduled to launch this coming Fall. Cellution can be found on the web at www.1cellution.com.

Cellution enables corporations of all sizes and industries to dramatically reduce annual wireless expenses by as much as 40%. The company's tested and proven processes provides efficient methods of meeting the increasing challenges of wireless costs and device management by streamlining expenses including billing, contract negotiation, device procurement and personalized reports.

Utilizing comprehensive and fully-customizable software, the Cellution program allows clients to cost effectively analyze their bills by monitoring and capturing wireless details that cause overages, erroneous charges and spikes in usage resulting in savings. Recent clients include Viacom, Bette & Cring, M&T Bank and CBS News. Cellution is headquartered in Rochester, New York and also has offices in Latham, NY.

Hannoush Jewelers "Celebrating 25 Years of Precious Moments"

Hannoush Jewelers has announced it will be celebrating its 25th anniversary this coming Fall. The celebration, entitled "Celebrating 25 years of Precious Moments" will take place during the final weekend of September and will be produced in conjunction with Millennium Business Communications of Albany, NY. While commemorating this milestone, the Hannoush family would like to show its sincere appreciation to the community that has supported them and has helped make Hannoush Jewelers the premier jeweler in the Capital District.

"This event is very special to us because it offers our family the opportunity to thank our loyal friends and customers who have been so supportive and generous over the last 25 years. At the same time, my brother Albert and I are able to publicly recognize the hard work and dedication that my father poured into this business and later instilled in us. And, the fact that we are able to celebrate our 25th anniversary and support a local treasure in the Children's Hospital makes this infinitely more meaningful," stated David Hannoush, Co-owner of Hannoush Jewelers.

Throughout the anniversary weekend, Hannoush Jewelers will be offering special savings to customers on its entire jewelry inventory at all three Capital District locations, including Crossgates Mall, Colonie Center and in the Village Plaza in Clifton Park. In addition, a portion of all proceeds generated from the anniversary weekend will go to support the Children's Hospital at Albany Medical Center, a very special cause to the Hannoush family.

The Anniversary weekend will culminate with a private celebration for the Hannoush Family and hundreds of their closest friends and loyal customers who have supported them throughout the years. Festivities will feature a wine tasting, live entertainment, catering by the Mallozzi Group, as well as valuable prizes and giveaways from their jewelry showcase.

"This celebration is the perfect way to reflect on our past and current success, and also a look ahead to the future, it's going to be a great weekend and help support a cause that's very dear to us," said Albert Hannoush, co-owner of Hannoush Jewelers. "25 years is an accomplishment our family is very proud of, a true testament to how committed Hannoush is to providing quality products and services, and to how loyal our customers are. We're looking forward to the next 25."

Hannoush Jewelers is a family-owned and operated jewelry manufacturer and a direct diamond importer, distinguishing them as a premier jewelry provider in the Capital District. In August of 1984, Elias Hannoush realized his dream and opened his first jewelry store in Albany, NY. Now joined by sons Albert and David, the Hannoush family continues its legacy of creating quality jewelry and providing exceptional customer service.

It is the Hannoush pride in craftsmanship and commitment to excellence that has enabled Hannoush Jewelers to commit to its mission of being a family business you can trust. Hannoush Jewelers currently has three stores in the Capital District located in Crossgates Mall, Colonie Center, and the newest location in the Village Plaza in Clifton Park.

Millennium News Aug 09

Millennium "Building" new Bette & Cring Website

Bette & Cring Construction Group has announced that Millennium Business Communications, of Albany, New York is in the process of designing its new website. The site will be elegant in design with features including an overview of Bette & Cring, its principals and turn-key services, an extensive gallery of current and completed projects, as well as a complete slide show highlighting the company's long and storied history.

Millennium is also creating a web presence for The Bette Companies, which will unify the several operating companies owned by the Bette family including Bette & Cring, BBL Florida, Texas BBL, First Columbia and COGEN Power Technologies. A preview can be seen at www.bettecring.com and www.thebettecompanies.com.

"The Bette family and Bette & Cring have been leaders in the Construction industry for decades, and now they will have a strong web presence that will reflect that," stated Paul Madelone, Chief Marketing Officer for Millennium. "At the same time, we're building a strong national brand for The Bette Companies, tying together all of their companies under one umbrella."

Calling all scholars!

Silverman Law of Schenectady, NY is offering scholarship opportunities to capital region students' grades 7-12. Scholarship Awards will be presented two (2) times per year in May and November with the top three (3) students who qualify receiving awards as follows:

• 1st Place = $250
• 2nd Place = $150
• 3rd Place = $100

Additionally, all award winners for the year will be placed in a random drawing for an additional $1,500 Gift Card for the purchase of a Laptop computer or school accessories.

Please visit the following link for more information and downloadable forms.

http://www.thesilvermanfirm.com/silverman-scholarship-program/

Millennium News June 09

Millennium triumphant at 2009 Communicator Awards!

Millennium Business Communications, a full-service advertising and marketing communications firm based in Albany, New York was recently awarded three Communicator Awards for 2009. For well over a decade, the Communicator Awards has honored the best creative work in the communications fields.

Millennium took highest honor, the Award of Excellence, given to those entries whose ability to communicate puts them among the best in the field, for its own website design which can be found on the web at www.millenniumbc.net. The firm also received the Award of Distinction, recognizing projects that exceed industry standards in quality and achievement, for its Upstate New York physician recruitment video entitled "Take a Look" for Iroquois Healthcare Alliance, and also for its business to business brochure for the emergency notification system Watchful i.

The 2009 Communicator Awards featured over 7,000 entries, making it the largest and most prestigious award of its kind. "We take great pride in producing quality work for our clients," stated Nick Madelone, Millennium's President. "To be recognized for our accomplishments by our peers is truly a remarkable honor."

Silverman Law goes world wide live!

Millennium is pleased to announce the launching of the new website for Silverman Law of Schenectady, New York. The new website was designed as part of a complete branding and marketing campaign and can be found on the web at www.thesilvermanfirm.com. Silverman Law, also know as Silverman, Silverman & Seligman, P.C. has been representing injured workers in the areas of Workers Compensation and Social Security Disability throughout the Capital Region since 1976.

Extra! Extra! Read all about...Alteris Renewables, Inc.

Millennium Business Communications has been contracted by Alteris Renewables, Inc. to plan and coordinate a Press Event in Albany on Tuesday, June 16th.

Alteris Renewables is the largest integrator of renewable energy systems in the Northeast, and recently announced that it has acquired substantially all of the assets of Renewable Power Systems, LLC (RPS), a leading solar installer in New York. This acquisition furthers Alteris' mission to bring quality, affordable renewable energy systems to homeowners, businesses and institutions throughout the Northeastern states.

With the acquisition of RPS, Alteris is further extending its lead as the company with the most solar installations and largest presence in the Northeast. Alteris has completed over 2,250 installations including hundreds of commercial installations making it the most experienced solar integrator in the region. Alteris currently has thirteen offices in six states that offer a full range of innovative services making clean solar, thermal and wind energy more attainable and affordable than ever before.

The event will feature officials from Alteris Renewables, NYSERDA, Albany Mayor Gerald D. Jennings, representatives of Congressman Paul Tonko, The Center for Economic Growth, Albany-Colonie Chamber of Commerce, Hudson Valley Community College (Tec-Smart) and others. Topics of discussion include the growing importance of renewable energy, the associated job creation as a result, and the ability of Alteris to provide a simple and affordable energy alternative to consumers.

The event will take place on June 16, 2009 at 11am, at the former Renewable Power Systems headquarters located at 120 Broadway, Menands, NY 12204.

Hannoush Jewelers proving "Diamonds are Forever"

Hannoush Jewelers has announced that it has retained Millennium Business Communications to plan, coordinate and provide public relations services for its forthcoming 25th anniversary celebration. The celebration is set to take place during the month of September and will feature a series of events including in-store festivities, special sales and promotions, charitable involvement, contests and giveaways.

Hannoush Jewelers is a family-owned jewelry manufacturer and retailer, as well as a diamond importer, distinguishing them as a leading jewelry provider in the Capital District. Hannoush currently has stores in Crossgates Mall and Colonie Center in Albany, with the newest location opening in Clifton Park Center just last year. "25 years is quite an accomplishment, a testament to how committed Hannoush is to providing quality products and services, and to how loyal their customers are. This celebration is a perfect way to reflect on past and current success, and also look ahead to the future," stated Henry J. Nahal, Senior Vice President for Millennium.

May 2009

The sun is shining on Millennium

Renewable Power Systems, LLC of Albany, New York has contracted Millennium to develop a multi-purposed print ad that has since run in the Capital District Business Review. RPS is a leading provider of solar energy throughout Upstate New York.

Lights, Camera...Silverman

The spring media campaign blitz for Silverman Law is now underway. The ads are currently running on television on WNYT Channel 13, Time Warner Cable's Nascar package, Clear Channel Radio's PYX 106 (WPYX) and 99.5 The River (WRVE) FM, as well as strategically placed outdoor placement throughout Albany, Schenectady, Troy, Amsterdam and Glens Falls. The hard hitting ads concentrate in the areas of Workers Compensation and Social Security Disability.

COGEN Power Technologies new website live!

The site can be found on the web at www.cogenpowertechnologies.com and www.cogenpowertech.com.

April 2009

Millennium Business Communications goes back...to school!!!

Millennium Business Communications, of Albany, New York has been invited to conduct an interactive panel of discussion regarding marketing and communications for Pi Sigma Epsilon, the national professional sales & marketing fraternity at the
University at Albany, SUNY.

The event will take place at the University Campus on Monday, April 27, 2009 between 6pm and 9pm and will be open to all students in addition to the fraternity. "Being a SUNY Albany graduate myself this is very exciting. It's a way to give back and hopefully help prepare the new generation of marketing experts for the challenges ahead," stated Paul Madelone, Millennium's Chief Marketing Officer.

The name's Silverman Law

The law firm of Silverman, Silverman & Seligman, P.C. will now be know as Silverman Law as part of its overall marketing and rebranding campaign by Millennium Business Communications. A new website is currently being developed at www.thesilvermanfirm.com.

March 2009

Millennium on the "Case"

The law firm Silverman, Silverman & Seligman, P.C. of Schenectady, New York has named Millennium Business Communications its marketing and communications agency of record. Millennium will re-brand and regionally market the firm, which practices in the areas of Worker's Compensation and Social Security Disability cases among others, as well as launch a Spring and Fall media campaign blitz. A new website is also being developed that is set to launch this coming spring.

Silverman, Silverman & Seligman, P.C. has been representing Claimants throughout the Capital District for over 30 years. They currently have offices in Albany, Schenectady and Glens Falls. "They are an experienced firm that gets results, and makes the process as convenient as possible for Claimants," stated Joe Madelone, the Millennium CEO.

COGEN gets front page treatment!

Bette & Cring Construction Group finds powerful niche in cogeneration as demand for systems that combine heat, power rises.

http://www.timesunion.com/AspStories/story.asp?storyID=782243

February 2009

Bette & Cring "builds" partnership with Millennium Business Communications

Bette & Cring Construction Group of Latham, New York has named Millennium its marketing and communications agency of record. Millennium has been assigned to brand and market its cogeneration power division, as well as develop its new website. The division will be called COGEN Power Technologies and the website is set to launch this coming Spring at www.cogenpowertechnologies.com. Cogeneration is a thermodynamically efficient use of fuel that simultaneously generates both electricity and useful heat, eliminating waste heat that typically results with energy production. Bette & Cring, part of The Bette Companies, is one of the largest construction and commercial developers in the country and intends to market this division throughout North America.

"We are honored to be partnered with Bette & Cring, they are one of the most well respected, proven leaders in the construction industry and Cogeneration is such a great and proven energy efficient concept," stated Nick Madelone, President of Millennium Business Communications.

January 2009

Is there a Doctor in the house? Yes!

Millennium Business Communications, one of the Capital region's largest, full-service marketing communication firms offering a full array of advertising, web development, Public Relations, Business Consulting and video/film/event production services is proud to announce the addition of Dr. Dean DeLuke as Senior Business Consultant to its Business and Healthcare consulting division. 

Dr. DeLuke has more than 25 years experience in the health care industry and brings to Millennium a wealth of expertise in the areas of strategic business planning, finance, hospital policies and procedures, practice management, professional liability and risk management, medical and dental education, fund raising and capital campaigns, media relations, and lobbying activities. Dr. DeLuke received his professional degree from Columbia University and his MBA from Union Graduate College.  

Dr. DeLuke has served as principal of a large multi-specialty group practice, a hospital department chairman, and a past-president of the New York State Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons.   He has also served in an advisory capacity to OMS National Insurance Company (OMSNIC) and has served on the boards of numerous non-profit organizations, including the Albany Academy for Girls and St Clare's Hospital Foundation. He consulted for the Veterans Administration Hospital in Albany and for the New York State Department of Health, and the Gerson Lehrman Group. 

New Vinnick Construction website goes live

Millennium Business Communications today announced the launching of the new website for Vinnick Construction Co. Inc. The site can be found on the web at www.vinnick.com. Millennium designed the site as part of an overall re-branding campaign for Vinnick, a full-service construction company which is also an authorized distributor of Star Building Systems, a pre-engineered metal building system.

December 2008

Millennium to help Hill & Markes "Build on Success"

Hill & Markes, Inc. of Amsterdam, NY has named Millennium Business Communications of Albany, New York its marketing partner. Millennium is in the process of producing a multi-purpose motivational corporate video for Hill & Markes to open the company's annual meeting this coming January. "We are a progressive company, and we are partnering with Millennium due to their vast corporate experience and forward thinking marketing strategy. The video presents a great opportunity for us to showcase what we are all about," stated Andrea Packer, Vice President of Marketing at Hill & Markes.

Themed "Building on Success", the video will feature interview footage of Hill & Markes executives along with several of its long time customers and vendors. It will embrace the company's 100 year plus history, showcase its day to day operations and high quality products and services, as well as share its overall vision for the future. "These types of videos have so much potential and so many different purposes. Hill & Markes is the best at what they do and they continue to be one of the most successful companies in the region, it's remarkable. They have such a great and fun story to tell. We're excited about the partnership and what the future will hold," said Joseph P. Madelone, Millennium's Chief Executive Officer.

Hill & Markes is the largest independent wholesale distributor in New York State offering the highest quality Food Service, Janitorial, Industrial Packaging and Office supplies throughout the State of New York and Vermont. The company is also committed to partnering with the highest quality nationally recognized manufacturers and providing its customers with sustainable solutions.

Salad Creations to be "Chamber Angel" for the Holidays

Salad Creations, of Clifton Park, NY will be helping to provide several children with Christmas gifts and every day necessities this holiday season as part of the Chamber Angels program sponsored once again by The Chamber of Southern Saratoga. Chamber Angels provides Christmas gifts to over 350 less fortunate children in the Southern Saratoga County area. 

"We always look for ways to give back to the community and help those who are less fortunate. Salad Creations is proud to be a part of such a wonderful program," noted Franchise Owner and Area Developer, Stephen Kreisler. Salad Creations offers consumers a healthy fast food alternative including salads, dressings, wraps and soups made from the freshest ingredients.

November 2008

Millennium welcomes Dori McDannold

Millennium Business Communications is pleased to announce the addition of Dori McDannold to its account services team. Dori brings extensive marketing and management experience to Millennium where she will serve as a Senior Account Manager. She previously served within the financial sector as the Director of Marketing for SEFCU and as Vice President of Sales & Marketing at Troy Savings Bank of the Capital Region.

Salad Creations serves up donation to NKF

Following the success of its Grand Opening weekend this past October, Salad Creations has raised and donated $1,000 to the National Kidney Foundation of Northeast New York. Owner and Franchise Developer Stephen Kreisler, presented the check to the NKF's Executive Director Carol Lafleur during a ceremony on November 6, 2008 at its Clifton Park Center store location. The ceremony included several Salad Creations Staff, NKF members and Nick Madelone of Millennium Business Communications, whose firm handles the stores Public Relations. Salad Creations offers consumers a healthy fast food alternative including salads, wraps and soups. The plan is to open multiple store locations throughout New York state over the next few years.

October 2008

Millennium to give Vinnick Construction a "Makeover"

Vinnick Construction Co., Inc. has appointed Millennium Business Communications, LLC of Albany, New York as its agency of record to provide a variety of marketing communication and business coaching services. As part of the complete branding campaign Millennium will create a new corporate identity and logo, new website, and produce collateral in support of a new pre-engineered building product.

Stephanie Saccocio, President of Vinnick Construction, said, "We hired Millennium because of its vast experience in construction marketing and brand development. In addition, one of its principals, Paul Madelone spent several years as a marketing executive for 3 of the region's premier construction and construction management firms." "Paul will provide Vinnick with industry-specific coaching services as we develop our strategic plan", Saccocio added.

Vinnick Construction is a full service General Contractor and Construction Manager and has recently been designated as a premier reseller of the Star Building Systems, a pre-engineered building system that has thousands of installations globally.

Say hello to National Delegate Madelone

Paul J. Madelone, a principal in Millennium Business Communications, LLC, has been appointed a national delegate to represent the National Kidney Foundation of Northeastern NY at the National Kidney Foundation's national convention October 16-19,2008 in Minneapolis, Mn. Madelone is currently the Vice Chairman of the board and incoming Chairman for a 2 year term from 2009-2010.

Millennium Business Communications, LLC of Albany, New York is a leading provider of marketing communications and business coaching services to clients throughout Northeastern US.

The National Kidney Foundation's mission is to increase awareness of kidney related diseases and the national organ donor program. Additional information on how you can help the NKF go to www.nkfneny.org.

September 2008

Oh Henry!

Millennium Business Communications is proud to announce the hiring of Henry J. Nahal Jr. as its Senior Vice President of Production. Henry brings over 8 years experience in the business communications industry and will head up Millennium's Video, Event and Web production. He previously was employed at Light and Power Communications and The VisComm Group. Millennium has recently shot and completed videos for both Iroquois Healthcare Consortium and The Preferred Group.

Millennium specializes in all aspects of advertising and marketing communications including Strategic Marketing, B2B Marketing, Business Coaching, Web Design, Video & Event Production as well as Public and Media Relations. You can visit them on the web at www.millenniumbc.net.

Millennium to shoot Iroquois Healthcare Alliance Physician Recruitment Video

Millennium Business Communications, a full-service advertising and strategic marketing firm located in Albany, NY has recently been contracted by the Iroquois Healthcare Consortium to shoot a video aimed at helping grow and strengthen the Upstate New York physician pool and the overall upstate New York healthcare system. The video will feature a series of interviews with several highly regarded physicians throughout Upstate New York, and highlight the benefits of practicing medicine and living in the Upstate New York region. The Iroquois Healthcare Alliance (IHA), located in Clifton Park, NY represents 55 hospitals and health systems in 31 counties of upstate New York.  IHA's mission is to serve as a resource and leader to support its members and the communities they serve through advocacy, education, information, cost-saving initiatives and business solutions.

Millennium "wraps up" PreFlex video for Preferred

Millennium Business Communications of Albany, NY recently wrapped up production on a complete informational presentation video for its client, The Preferred Group, on one of its premier products. The video addresses the features and benefits of Preferred's flexible benefit solution plan called "PreFlex", as told by the company's CEO Thomas J. Collins Jr. and former News Channel 6 anchor Jack Aernecke. The video will serve as an informational sales and marketing tool and will also stream on the company's website (www.thepreferredgroup.com).

It's that time of year again...Fore!!!

The National Kidney Foundation Golf Classic! This year's event will be held September 15, 2008 at Saratoga National Club located in Saratoga Springs, New York. Millennium Business Communications is creating the annual program on behalf of the NKF for the event. The tournament is expected to once again be a great success and proceeds from the event will directly benefit National Kidney Foundation of Northeast New York programs and services throughout the region. Kidney disease affects one out of every nine adults, including over 26 million Americans.

Salad Creations gets "Grand" treatment from Millennium

Salad Creations, a national fast food restaurant, has named Millennium Business Communications, of Albany, New York its Public Relations agency of record. Millennium will plan and coordinate the stores Grand-Opening for its Clifton Park Center location in Clifton Park, New York this coming fall as well as assist Salad Creations in its future advertising and marketing initiatives. Salad Creations offers consumers an alternative fast food menu featuring salads, dressings, wraps, soups and smoothies prepared with only the freshest ingredients. Guests will also be invited to create their own meals from its buffet bar of over 40 ingredients with assistance from enthusiastic and service-focused "salad chefs."

The store recently enjoyed a successful "soft" opening in early September while the Grand Opening event will take place Friday, October 10th through Sunday October 12th and will feature meal specials, activities and giveaways for both children and adults, live radio coverage from FLY 92 as well as presence from the National Kidney Foundation of Northeast New York.

August 2008

Millennium on the "Move"!

Millennium Business Communications has recently relocated its offices to 421 New Karner Road, Suite 10, Albany, New York 12205 located within Shaker Park West. "We've recently added several new clients to our roster and have seen our staff grow over the past couple of months so the new space really allows us to accommodate this growth and provide for a very professional presentation, it's certainly an upgrade and we couldn't be happier," said Joseph Madelone, CEO. Millennium is a full service advertising and marketing firm who's current clients include The Preferred Group, Iroquois Healthcare Alliance, Embassy Designs, ProZone Lockers, Fidelis Care NY, Salad Creations, Mark Thomas Men's Apparel and the Fort Orange Club among others.

Paul Madelone joins Millennium Business Communications

Millennium Business Communications of Albany, New York is proud to announce the addition of Paul Madelone as a Principal and Chief Marketing Officer. Paul brings a wealth of industry experience and over 30 years in executive level marketing communications and business management to Millennium. He previously was President and CEO of Light & Power Communications as well as founder and President of the former VisComm Group. At Millennium, who specialize in all aspects of advertising and strategic marketing, Paul will head up the business coaching and consulting division, as well as overall business development of the firm.

July 2008

"Dress for Success" with Mark Thomas Men's Apparel

Millennium Business Communications, of Albany, New York was recently contracted by Mark Thomas Men's Apparel to design and produce an upscale brochure in the spirit and elegant nature of their fine quality men's clothing products. The brochure will debut this fall and will feature the quality clothes, custom designs, experience and service that has made Mark Thomas Men's Apparel the premier men's clothing store in the Capital District. The new Mark Thomas brochure will debut this Fall and is part of their aggressive new marketing and advertising campaign this coming fall.

June 2008

Millennium contracted by Fidelis Care NY

Fidelis Care NY has contracted with Millennium Business Communications, a full-service advertising and strategic marketing firm located in Albany, NY to staff its position for Assistant Vice President of Marketing in its Upstate New York Region. Fidelis Care is one of the largest health plans in New York State offering government-sponsored programs throughout the State, serving approximately 420,000 members in 39 counties.