Konnects.com has launched the first professional networking platform that enables any person or organization in the world to earn revenue by creating their own professional online social network on the Konnects platform.

Konnects is a cross between Ning and Linkedin. Anyone can setup their own Konnects powered community in minutes and generate revenue through subscriptions as well as posting their own Google ads. Users have complete control over their online community with branding and communication tools as well as detailed analytical reports on community and user activity.

“We are very excited about this launch. There isn’t a tool like Konnects in the market today and we feel there is a big need to give traditional organizations a place to stay connected online,” says Jim Crabbe, Konnects CEO.

Originally posted on June 28, 2007 @ 2:27 pm

Coinciding with Internet Safety Month, imbee.com, the first parent-approved social networking destination for tweens, announced enhanced media features which enable the most comprehensive and authentic user generated experience for their target demographic (kids from 8-14). Expanding far beyond its public beta incarnation, these new offerings establish the network as the premier destination to help foster creativity and build a more purposeful relationship between tweens and the Internet.

Unlike the majority of tween oriented destinations which are either fantasy based virtual worlds or branded game and entertainment portals, imbee.com supports user generated content that is not corporate defined, allowing its members to personalize their own online user experience. The new offerings include: enhanced user interface; audio and video; exclusive media library; trading card maker; and widget library.

Because of its security features, imbee.com is also the only tween social network to have successfully launched a free school blogging program, now utilized by more than 500 schools and school districts representing every state in the continental United States.

Originally posted on June 28, 2007 @ 11:28 am

LovinLounge is a new departure from the free-for-all social networking and online dating sites for singles which have saturated the Internet. LovinLounge’s online community is modeled after the hottest lounges and nightclubs in the world. To get past the velvet ropes and inside, it’s all about who you know. You need to have an invitation.

For the 21 to 39 year old trend-setter tired of online communities with fake profiles, teenagers and people they have nothing in common with, LovinLounge provides a unique alternative to connect with others within their established social circle. “This exclusivity creates a level of assurance for our members the people they meet within the community are real and share a mutual interest and connection with one another. For them time is money,” Laura Godwin, PR Director of LovinLounge, said.

Originally posted on June 27, 2007 @ 11:07 am

HR.com, an online community and social network for HR professionals, today announced the official launch of their newly redesigned website. Membership to the HR.com community is free and through the use of innovative technologies, users will have the ability to connect with over 150,000 global HR professionals, publish their own content and share knowledge and resources in real-time.

“HR.com has always been a pioneer when it comes to delivering leading-edge HR content and resources. This new website takes HR professionals to a whole other level by leveraging Web 2.0 technology to connect them with real-world solutions to real-world challenges,” says Debbie McGrath, CEO, HR.com. In addition to building their profiles, managing their contact and network list and showcasing their expertise by publishing their own content, members will be able to search for other members who share the same interests as they do or have the experience and solutions they are looking for.

“Today’s HR professionals are continually tasked with doing more with less. Our 150,000+ members face incredible demands when it comes to both tactical and strategic HR issues. The good news is that for every problem or challenge one of our members faces, another member has been there, done that – and come out the other side successfully,” says McGrath.

Originally posted on June 27, 2007 @ 11:54 am