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Americans' Fascination with Family History is Rapidly Growing

This figure
represents a 13 percent increase over a similar Maritz Poll that was conducted
in 2000, in which 60 percent of Americans said they were interested in
discovering their family history.
Many Americans simply want to learn about themselves and their family
heritage.com, Genealogy. It promotes
the advancement of the technology community and IT Industry of Northeast Ohio.

The Foundation has two main programmes designed to address these aims:
Education, Science and Creativity, and Culture Beyond Borders.

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More than
35 percent have used the Internet to learn about their family history and
almost a third (29 percent) have created a family tree.7% for overall measures for the poll.

MyFamily also publishes Family
Tree Maker(R), the #1 selling family tree software, Ancestry Magazine ,
Genealogical Computing Magazine, over 50 book titles and numerous databases on
CD-ROM. Winners will be honored at NEOSA's annual CIO Symposium on Wednesday,
November 9, 2005.

About NEOSA
NEOSA is a membership-based, industry-led organization of more than
800 companies representing all facets of information technology.

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is the leading online network connecting families,
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Of the people surveyed, 65 percent said their interest is due to simply
hearing stories from relatives.S. The study was conducted between
February 15 and February 23, 2005.
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'Cultural Search and Rescue Mission' Arrives in New Orleans

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Questions and Ancestors
Is there royalty in my roots? When and where did these family traditions
begin? Who gave me my red hair and freckles? People have all sorts of
questions about their family history -- and many unique motivations to explore
it.
"People are going to the Internet in record numbers in order to find,
share and preserve their family history," said David Moon, chairman and chief
executive officer of MyFamily. For
more information on MSI, visit http://www., visit
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"This award is a great way for thought leaders and strategic I.cose.

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About Louise T Blouin Foundation
The Louise T Blouin Foundation is a not-for-profit global philanthropic
agency that is committed to the development of culture and creativity across
the world.

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And 25 percent of respondents became interested
in family history after just searching for their surname online .marketstrategies.
Sample was provided by Survey Sampling, Inc.com and RootsWeb.com, Inc.

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And still others are
enticed by the excitement of all they could discover (14 percent).

About Market Strategies Inc. MyFamily's tools, content and community empower individuals
to find the people most important to them -- and discover and share their
unique family stories.
To be considered for the award, CIOs must first be nominated and meet
certain criteria including: Hold the position of CIO or senior IT executive
at a Northeast Ohio based company (or local subsidiary), have a minimum of
three years of IT executive experience and demonstrate innovative leadership
through effective use of technology.

About Bring New Orleans Back Cultural Committee
Bring New Orleans Back Commission created a committee to develop a plan to
repair and rebuild the cultural fabric of New Orleans.org.

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com, Inc.neosa.org. (http://www. The Foundation is also working in partnership with the OECD
(Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development) to deliver a
substantial programme of research into the economic significance of culture
across the globe. Further, our objective is to
promote at a grander scale the culture that has been in place for generations
while simultaneously creating a new concept that will compliment and enhance
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The research for this study was conducted via a web-based methodology. Deadline for Nominations is September 30

CLEVELAND, The Northeast Ohio Software Association
(NEOSA ), a Council of Smaller Enterprises (COSE) partner organization, is now
accepting nominations for the Chief Information Officer (CIO) of the Year
Award.T.
NEOSA is a Council of Smaller Enterprises (COSE) partner organization.org)

About COSE
COSE, the small business arm of the Greater Cleveland Partnership, serves
as a one-stop resource for its members by providing: group-purchasing programs
that reduce the cost of doing business; education and development programs for
small - and mid-sized businesses; advocacy on legislative and regulatory issues
affecting the business community; a wide range of resources focused on helping
firms grow; and economic development partners that can address business
concerns.com.

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Its aims are:

1. To encourage a better understanding of culture beyond borders by
identifying and supporting opportunities for international cooperation
and dialogue.

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According to the poll, 73 percent
of Americans are interested in discovering their family history. Thirty -five percent have had their interest
piqued after attending a family reunion or family event.

For media inquiries please contact: Trish Berlin at 917-826-2356 or via
email at trishb@brownlloydjames .

For sites about the culture and activities of people of Portuguese heritage around the world.

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(MSI) is one of the largest national, full-service
custom and syndicated research and strategic consulting firms with extensive
experience across multiple industries. Accuracy of survey results is within +/-
1.com, Inc.
MyFamily.com. "We're looking forward to honoring those who
embrace technology to grow a business or serve their industry and community. The Cultural
Committee's objective is to establish a sustainable economic environment for
the local creative industries by preserving in perpetuity the heritage and
vitality that creates our unique cultural fiber.

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newscom. It has allowed us to
bring a professionalism and depth to our work that would have been impossible
without it and it will provide a platform from which to launch a concerted
international philanthropic effort to support the rebuilding of New Orleans'
unique cultural life.

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(PHOTO: http://www. Some want to create
a legacy to pass on to future generations (15 percent). Results of the poll may be used in
print or broadcast media, provided credit is given to Market Strategies and/or
MyFamily.myfamilyinc.com.

Area companies are encouraged to nominate their own CIO, and vendors are
encouraged to nominate client CIOs.org.

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A Full 73 Percent of Americans are Intrigued by Their Family Roots

PROVO, Utah, The popularity of family history is
officially on the rise.

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to be recognized as drivers of technology in Northeast Ohio," said Jim
Cookinham, president of NEOSA.

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Peer to peer nominations will also be
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That's the outcome of a recent poll by Market
Strategies, Inc., the Internet's most popular and comprehensive family
history research and connection resource. Talking to a friend,
colleague or family member who was researching their family history got the
ball rolling for 29 percent.com. For more information on MyFamily. Louise T Blouin Foundation Donates $100,000 to the 'Bring New Orleans Back'
Commission to Help Revive Cultural Fabric of Battered City

NEW ORLEANS,
that bring together all disciplines to look at the psychological, scientific
and emotional impact of creativity and culture, to underpin further projects
that implement cultural solutions to global issues. To ensure that an understanding of the creative potential of the human
brain lies at the heart of all education policy and curricula. To learn more
please visit http://www.

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(MSI), a national, research and strategic consulting firm and
MyFamily.

The Internet Makes It Easy
The Internet is fueling the growth of this popular hobby because it
simplifies the process of finding information and connecting with individuals
who share a common branch in their family tree. "With more than 4 billion records
online today and more becoming available everyday, MyFamily is making it
easier for people to not only find their ancestors, but also discover the
stories and details of their lives.

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Established in 1989, MSI goes above
and beyond in delivering unparalleled insight, innovative tools and unique,
actionable solutions that positively impact clients' ability to succeed.
Corporate headquarters for Market Strategies are located in Livonia, MI.com,
Ancestry. This project reflects the Foundation's commitment to
providing a case for culture that will create greater investment from
Governments, societies and businesses in all nations.ltbfoundation.

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Digging Up Roots
Of those interested in discovering their family roots, 66 percent said
they've discussed their family history with other family members .com."
This is the inaugural year for The CIO of the Year award, which honors a
chief information officer -- or an executive in an equivalent position -- for
his or her innovation and creativity in planning and deploying systems, IT
goals, management philosophy and service to the industry and community. The deadline for submitting nominations
is September 30, 2005. The Foundation is also
developing an extensive programme of scholarships and exchanges between China,
the Middle East , the US and the UK, to bring together the best artists and
thinkers to encourage understanding and empathy of each other's cultures.
Wynton Marsalis, Co-Chair of the Group, said: "The Louise T Blouin
Foundation's investment in our work has been invaluable.

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Some have taken their
interest even further -- 15 percent of respondents have traveled to an
ancestral hometown or country and 11 percent have written a personal or family
history. That's what 30 percent of respondents claimed . and included a census
proportionate representation of the U. The MyFamily network includes MyFamily .

Nominations for NEOSA's CIO of the Year Award Now Being Accepted

The award recognizes outstanding achievements and leadership by area
CIOs.
One CIO of the Year will be awarded in each of four categories: Large
Company (500 plus employees); Small Company (less than 500 employees); Large
Non -profit Organization (150 plus employees); and Small Non-profit
Organization (less than 150 employees ). This will conclude with
an international forum in New York bringing together the world's greatest
thinkers and leaders to look at innovative solutions to the new challenges of
the 21st century .

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Online nomination forms as well as a description of the award and
eligibility requirements are available at http://www. To learn more please visit http://www.

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