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The Association of Business Information Companies

Our Mission: To enhance the knowledge and best practices of leading media companies that provide quality information for business and professional markets worldwide. American Business Media is committed to growing its members’ businesses.

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UBS Expects to Post Small Loss

UBS warned of a potential small second-quarter net loss, but reassured investors that it wouldn't have to raise capital for a third time this year as tax benefits will mitigate the effect of fresh write-downs related to the mortgage crisis.

Marks & Spencer Sales Fall

Marks & Spencer posted a 5.3% drop in U.K. same-store sales and warned of tough conditions continuing.

Nvidia Warns of Charge, Softer Demand

Nvidia disclosed an overheating problem with some of its chips for notebook computers -- triggering a big charge -- and said other problems also will hurt financial results for the second quarter.

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Wall Street Journal Headlines

Flights Bring China, Taiwan Closer

China and Taiwan began the first regularly scheduled nonstop flights between them in nearly 60 years.

Jalapeños Probed in Salmonella Outbreak

Jalapeño peppers are a suspect in salmonella cases. Investigators are also looking at other ingredients used to make salsa, including cilantro and Serrano peppers. The CDC initially blamed tomatoes, leading to financial losses for that industry.

McCain to Repackage Proposals

McCain is seeking to make his political message sharper as his campaign staff is in the midst of centralizing power.

U.S. Played Role in Colombia Rescue

New details have emerged about an important supporting role for the U.S. in Colombia's daring rescue of 15 hostages held by the country's Marxist guerrillas. Ingrid Betancourt received a hero's welcome in France.

Oil Fails to Offset Costs for Alaskans

Soaring oil prices are bringing a gusher of new revenue to Alaska. But many of Alaska's industries are taking a proportionally bigger hit than their lower-48 counterparts.

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Welcome to ABM's Business-to-Business Social Network

Use this community to network freely and exchange important advice and insight. Scroll down and join one, or more, of the many specialized groups to collaborate with the best minds in business information on a wide range of relevant issues!
ABM’s social network isn’t an exclusive community, but welcomes all industry professionals who will undoubtedly gain value from it. So start inviting your friends and colleagues today!
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Groups

Digital Media Council: (30 members)
Created by Joshua Kuvin

Social Media Committee: (25 members)
Created by John Blossom

Circulation Committee: (15 members)
Created by Joshua Kuvin

Media Mixer: (14 members)
Created by Jenna Lisanti

International Development Committee: (13 members)
Created by Joshua Kuvin

Smaller Publishers Committee: (13 members)
Created by Joshua Kuvin

Talent Management Committee: (12 members)
Created by Joshua Kuvin

Custom Media Committee: (10 members)
Created by Joshua Kuvin

IT Committee: (9 members)
Created by Joshua Kuvin

Media Marketing Committee: (9 members)
Created by Joshua Kuvin

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Blog Posts

Are we becoming (global) villagers?

I used to always be amazed at the concept of personal space in the tangible world. In a crowded subway one would not mind someone breathing down one's collar. We learn to tune out the noise of a crowd and be able to drown ourselves in a book or in personal music. In the suburbs however, a friendly neighbor can border on the nosy depending on the proximity and frequency of interaction. I therefore ponder over the the concept of personal space on the web and what is considered an acceptable bound…

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Posted by Ramesh Sambasivan on June 29th, 2008 at 10:00pm — No Comments (Add)

My blog does exist!

And you can read it here: consultkeith.com

Posted by Keith Ritter on June 26th, 2008 at 11:58am — No Comments (Add)

Junta42 Match Launches - the eHarmony for custom publishing

Junta42 Match launched yesterday in full form. This free online service (for marketers) will match up businesses who have content projects (custom magazines, newsletters, web content, webcasts, white papers, events) with publ…

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Posted by Joe Pulizzi on June 25th, 2008 at 9:03am — No Comments (Add)

ABM SPRING CONFERENCE, MAY, 2008

By :Jodi Laliberte “How would you like to spend a few days in Palm Springs”, my husband asked with a smile. “We could play tennis, bike, hike, swim?” “Let me get a dog sitter and I’ll dig my summer clothes out of the cedar closet,” I replied. The capris and tank tops hadn’t been unearthed for 7 months! I was also suffering from a severe lack of sunshine and vitamin D. I’m sure other Midwestern ABM convention attendees may have had similar thoughts. It had been a long, cold Minnesota win…

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Posted by Stephen Laliberte on June 10th, 2008 at 6:17pm — No Comments (Add)

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Is Print Dead 15 Replies

Started by Michael Biggerstaff. Last reply by TJ Cardenas Jun 6.

Here is a discussion board that is being started for the pure reason of debating topics. This particular topic is that age old debate of "Is print Dead". Who better to chime in but this group. htt... Read More »

NOMINATE GREAT B-to-B WEB SITES 2 Replies

Started by Marie Griffin. Last reply by Marie Griffin May 8.

The June 2008 issue of BtoB Media Business magazine will showcase 10 outstanding business media sites in the following categories: New launch, Relaunch, IT site, trade (nontech) site, b-to-b pure p... Read More »

Tagged: awards, nominations, great web sites,, media business,

By saying nothing, we're saying something 7 Replies

Started by Marie Griffin. Last reply by Joshua Kuvin Apr 29.

Even though we in the media seem to be talking ad naseum about social media, I don't see much going on here on ABM's own social network. Is this because there's something "wrong" with this social n... Read More »

Tagged: social, google, network, abm, myspace