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Mark A. Corneiro Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Mark A. Cornerio of Frederiksted, St. Croix, Virgin Islands has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of law enforcement. About Mark A. Cornerio Mr. Corneiro was born in the U.S. Virgin Islands and... - January 23, 2014 - Strathmore Worldwide
AGC of California Announces New Affinity Partnership with ehs International, Inc.
The AGC of California is excited to announce a new Affinity Partnership with ehs International, Inc. as of 2014. Ehs International will now be the exclusive in-classroom provider of Safety Training for the AGC of California and its members. This partnership was formed in response to the industries demand for a higher quality and greater supply of safety training throughout California. - January 22, 2014 - ehs International, Inc
Federal Labs, Agencies and Industry Set to Converge in Rockville as 2014 Federal Laboratory Consortium for Technology Transfer National Meeting Registration Opens
Registration is now open for the 2014 FLC National Meeting. This year's FLC National Meeting will take place from April 21 -23, 2014 at the North Bethesda Marriott Hotel. Over the course of three days, hundreds of technology transfer professionals, scientists, and other federal and industry members of the FLC community will partake in various education and training courses, an industry day, and panel discussions all designed to advance their tech transfer knowledge and skills. - January 22, 2014 - Universal Technical Resource Services, Inc.
Fire Family Foundation Offers Assistance to Fire Victims
In response to the Colby Fire of January 16, 2014, Fire Family Foundation is offering assistance. - January 18, 2014 - Fire Family Foundation
Wheeling Businesses Deliver Water to Victims of WV Chemical Spill
Wheeling businesses teamed up to deliver over 400 gallons of water to residents of southern West Virginia affected by the recent chemical spill. On Friday, January 10, Direct Online Marketing President Justin Seibert drove a box truck loaned by Wheeling Truck Center to transport the water to... - January 14, 2014 - Direct Online Marketing
Aligned Assets Publish Two Case Studies on Local Authority Use of Business Data
Two case studies looking at the use of business data in UK by local authorities have been issued by Aligned Assets. - January 10, 2014 - Aligned Assets
North Carolina Governor Appoints Dan Dawson to Environmental Management Commission
WK Dickson & Co., Inc. is pleased to announce that Dan Dawson, PE, PLS, the firm’s Vice President and Manager of the Wilmington Regional Office, has been appointed to a six year term on the North Carolina Environmental Management Commission by Governor Pat McCrory. Mr. Dawson has more... - January 08, 2014 - WK Dickson & Co., Inc.
Youth of Merced Spend New Years Eve with 2014 California Governor Hopeful
The youth of Merced spent new years eve with the 2014 California Governor hopeful Dr. Robert Ornelas and international Hip Hop group The S.O.G. Crew. The event was a mega new years lock-in featuring local Merced artist C-Flow that took place at Christian Life Center. The celebration was aimed at junior high and high school students. All those that attended received a live concert, inflatable games, doge ball, arts and crafts, food and much more. - January 08, 2014 - Elite TV News
Stand with Wolves Featuring 2014 Governor Candidate Dr. Robert Ornelas
The Native people consider wolves sacred the same way others consider the Bible sacred. Tax payers are paying hundreds of millions of dollars to kill these animals. By saving the animals, tourism will grow and impact our economy. Tourism expenditures will increase while thousands of jobs will be generated. - January 02, 2014 - Elite TV News
Colorado Company Announces Online Solution to Calculate Colorado's New Standardized Spousal Support Guidelines
Colorado Family Law attorneys and their clients can now go online to quickly determine spousal support and child support payments that meet new state guidelines effective today. Provault LLC, announces immediate availability of the first online Spousal Support and Child Support Applications in... - January 01, 2014 - ProVault DBA DivorceHelp123
eWareness Receives State of Florida’s Office of Supplier Diversity Business Certification
Central Florida Headquartered Web-Centric Marketing Communications and Technology Firm Receives State of Florida’s Minority, Women & Service-Disabled Veteran (SDV) Business Certification - December 18, 2013 - eWareness (dba VeteranOwnedBusiness.com)
Chief of Police Invites California Gubernatorial Candidate Dr. Robert Ornelas to Santa Paula
Dr. Robert Ornelas is pretty big. He has performed for the prime minister of Israel and he has a record out. Yesterday's event was great. It was an opportunity for the youth to come out and interact with law enforcement, local churches and community. - December 18, 2013 - Elite TV News
2014 California Gubernatorial Candidate Dr. Robert Ornelas and Fresno Mayor Ashley Swearengin Support Convoy of Hope
Dr. Robert Ornelas supported Convoy of Hope because it is a faith-based organization with a driving passion to feed the world through children's feeding initiatives, community outreach, disaster response, and partner resourcing. - December 11, 2013 - Elite TV News
Texas TEA Party Leader Endorses Konni Burton for Texas Senate
In a surprise announcement today, TEAParty911.com's founder, Michael Kinzie, announced his personal endorsement of Konni Burton for Texas Senate District 10 in Tarrant County. Kinzie is known as someone who rarely gives his personal endorsement, reserving it for those candidates who have exhibited... - December 05, 2013 - TEAParty911.com
Rentricity Launches New Website for In-Pipe Renewable Energy Recovery
Rentricity Inc., the in-pipe hydro energy recovery company, is inviting the processed water community to explore its new website and improved user interface. The new website features a clean, modern design with straightforward navigation, allowing its visitors to gain access to company information... - December 03, 2013 - Rentricity Inc.
Information Governance Forum 2014 London
Strategy Partners International Limited, in partnership with the DLM Forum, will be holding a two day conference and exhibition entitled ‘Information Governance Forum 2014 London’. This high level executive event is to be held in Central London on 5th & 6th February 2014. The... - November 23, 2013 - DLM Forum
WK Dickson Wins Award for Unique Collaboration for the Preservation of a North Carolina Landmark
WK Dickson has received an Engineering Excellence Award from the American Council of Engineering Companies of North Carolina for their work on the new Barbecue Park project in Rocky Mount, North Carolina. - November 19, 2013 - WK Dickson & Co., Inc.
Bianca Porrino Received a Letter from the Human Right Campaign, Thanking Her for Her Active Support in Passing Marriage Equality Laws in Hawaii
"Love is pure in all its forms and we are a giant step closer to gaining marriage equality for all. Now same-sex couples gain even more advantage as they can celebrate their union in a grand way with a beautiful destination wedding in Hawaii.” -Bianca Porrino - November 18, 2013 - Bianca Weddings
Mobile Awareness Announces MobileTRAQ Vue Integrated with TireStat TPMS
Mobile Awareness, LLC, a provider of leading-edge transportation safety products, today announced the release of MobileTRAQ Vue, integrated with TireStat TPMS sensors, creating the most advanced tire pressure management system ever available for commercial trucks. - November 15, 2013 - Mobile Awareness, LLC
WK Dickson’s Award Winning Study Shows the Viability of Rainwater Harvesting in a Small NC Town
WK Dickson has received an Engineering Excellence Award from the American Council of Engineering Companies of North Carolina for their work on the innovative Rainwater Harvesting project in Kernersville, North Carolina. - November 13, 2013 - WK Dickson & Co., Inc.
Rentricity Partners with Cornell Pump Company to Supply NSF Certified Turbines for In-Pipe Hydro Energy Recovery
Rentricity Inc., the in-pipe hydro energy recovery company, executed an exclusive agreement with the Cornell Pump Company of Clackamas, Oregon to develop a line of NSF 61 certified turbines; better known as pumps operating as turbines (PATs). The agreement will support the growing requirement... - November 12, 2013 - Rentricity Inc.
Deteriorating Bridges Uncovered in CBC Investigative Series
"Sudbury's Big Fix" shines light on one city's looming infrastructure crisis. - November 09, 2013 - American Concrete Pipe Association
The Only Customs Broker in Albuquerque Celebrates Helping New Mexico Clients for Over One Year
It has been just over one year now since D'Ann L Brown Customs Broker has been open for business in New Mexico. In that time the business has helped a variety of clients with imports and exports spanning a variety of industries. - November 05, 2013 - D'Ann L Brown Customs Broker
ABBA Wholesale Closes Physical Store to Make Way for New LA Metro Line
After over 20 years on the Westside of Los Angeles, ABBA Wholesale has closed the doors of its physical store to make way for the new Metro Expo line construction. The business will now operate entirely online at alightingstore.com - October 31, 2013 - ABBA Wholesale
Capita Conferences Announce Their Road Maintenance and Improvement Conference – 26th November 2013, Central London
The conference provides expert advice on facilitating partnership working to achieve greater efficiencies and improve the road network in your local area. - October 23, 2013 - Capita Conferences
Colorado Based HEI Wins Decisively in Denver District Court Court; Denies Colorado Securities Commission Attempt to Expand Regulatory Authority
Colorado Springs business practices validated by Denver District Court in suit with State Securities regulators. - October 21, 2013 - Swan Energy
Denver District Court Rules in Favor of Heartland Energy Development Corporation in State Challenge Decision; Supports Joint Venture Investment Practices
The Denver District Court ruled in favor of local oil and gas exploration companies in a state challenge over securities regulations. - October 21, 2013 - Swan Energy
Capita Conferences Announces Details of Their Third Sector Commissioning Conference - 26th November 2013 - Central London
The implementation of the Public Services (Social Value) Act in January 2013 heralded a transformation in the relationship between public sector organisations and their voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) partners. This well established conference brings together sector leaders from local government, justice, public health and the third sector community on facilitating partnership working to commission and deliver effective public services. - October 19, 2013 - Capita Conferences
Capita Conferences Announce Details of Their Local Enterprise Partnerships Event - 29th January 2014, Central London
Our National Local Enterprise Partnerships Conference comes in the wake of final submission deadlines for Strategic Economic Plans, as Local Enterprise Partnerships (LEPs) prepare for the Local Growth Deal programme - October 19, 2013 - Capita Conferences
Hurricane Protection Professionals to Meet in Pensacola
Frank Browning, President of the International Hurricane Protection Association (IHPA), has announced that a meeting will take place at the Hilton Pensacola Beach Gulf Front Hotel on November the 8th. - October 18, 2013 - International Hurricane Protection Association
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Planned for Emerald Necklace Tot Park and Trail at Newly Renovated Pixley Park in City of Maywood
October 23rd from 10am-11am, Amigos de los Rios, the City of Maywood, and First5LA and Supervisor Gloria Molina–County First District invite the local community to attend a Ribbon Cutting “Re-Opening Ceremony” of Pixley “Bunny” Park, Maywood, CA. - October 17, 2013 - Amigos de los Rios
LGBTBE Certified Investigative Firm
Insurance Fraud Investigations Company becomes certified by the NGLCC. - October 15, 2013 - AG Investigations
Paralympian Embarks Monday on Cross-Country Cycling Journey
Wounded Marine Rob Jones on quest to raise $1 million for charities that supported his recovery. - October 15, 2013 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
Amazing Spaces® Storage Centers is Recognized by Mayor Parker a Valuable Partner in the New DROPoff Houston e-Waste Recycling Program
Local self storage facilities partner with the City of Houston and GREENspot DROPoff to accept residents' electronic waste free of charge to be responsibly recycled thereby keeping dangerous materials out of landfills and streams. - October 11, 2013 - Amazing Spaces Storage Centers
Capita Conferences Announce Their Commissioning Children’s Services Event – 6th Dec, London
This conference showcases emerging and well established best practice in commissioning services that achieve excellent outcomes for children and young people. - October 11, 2013 - Capita Conferences
CAMINTEL Touch2Vote™ Mobile NFC Campaign Solution Will Help Reyes Campaign Team Reach Out to Voters in Austin, TX
Aspiring politician Rico Reyes is partnering with start-up CAMINTEL in his bid for election to the Texas state legislature. Mr. Reyes' team will deploy the CAMINTEL Touch2Vote™ mobile campaign solution to connect with younger voters forming an influential minority among the diverse population of Austin's House District 50. Touch2Vote™ is an important component of CAMINTEL's "engagement marketing" platform, which leverages the power of smartphones to extend the reach of conventional marketing. - October 09, 2013 - CAMINTEL
Capita Conferences Announce Details of Their Implementing Community Budgets Conference - 21st Nov. 2013
The Implementing Community Budgets Conference is specifically tailored to provide guidance for both existing and newly-created areas in order to facilitate your locality’s ongoing redesign of public service delivery using a singular pooled budget. - October 03, 2013 - Capita Conferences
DaBrian Marketing Group, LLC Gains Board Membership with Reading Downtown Improvement District
Daniel Laws, principal owner of Reading-based DaBrian Marketing Group, LLC, has been appointed as a member of the Reading Downtown Improvement District’s board of directors. - October 01, 2013 - DaBrian Marketing Group
New Business of Education Applications Saving Money, Time and Resources
RaaWee Inc. announces their unique suite of K12 education administrative solutions at the Texas Association of School Administrators/Texas Association of School Boards (TASA/TASB) joint conference at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center in Dallas, Texas today in Booth # 314. - September 28, 2013 - RaaWee, Inc
BusinesSuites Announces Expansion to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
New Flexible Workspace Option for Entrepreneurs, Professionals and Fortune 1000 Companies to Open in Downtown Pittsburgh in December 2013. - September 27, 2013 - BusinesSuites
Deputy Richard D. Burton Jr. Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Deputy Richard D. Burton Jr. of Riverview, Florida has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of public order and safety. About Deputy Richard D. Burton Jr. Deputy Burton has 7 years of experience... - September 27, 2013 - Strathmore Worldwide
Council Candidate Jon Jones Pledges $84,000 Return to Taxpayers
Last December, Atlanta’s City Council voted to increase their own pay. City Council Candidate Jon Jones pledged to return the $21,000 raise to taxpayers, and he’s inviting residents to use Direct Democracy to decide how to spend that money instead. - September 16, 2013 - The Committee to Elect Jon Jones
400 Mayors to Join "Extra Mile" Mission
Extra Mile Day is a day to renew our commitment to going the extra mile in personal effort, volunteerism, and service, and it is a day to acknowledge and thank those around us who go the extra mile for us in our everyday lives. - September 11, 2013 - Extra Mile America
Bethlehem Authority Partners with Rentricity to Finance In-Pipe Hydropower Projects
Rentricity Inc., the in-pipe hydro energy recovery Company, executed a letter of agreement with the Bethlehem Authority in Pennsylvania to explore, finance and develop multiple small, in-pipe hydropower sites within the Authority’s water system. The agreement follows similar agreements with... - September 10, 2013 - Rentricity Inc.
A. Philip Randolph Pullman Porter Museum Re-Establishes Its National Advisory Council
Today, the A. Philip Randolph Pullman Porter Museum (APRPPM) announced they have reestablished the museum’s National Advisory Council. “Previously members of the APRPPM’s, NAC, joined us from varied sectors such as: Labor, Academia, Cultural organization, and the Business... - September 08, 2013 - APR Pullman Porter Museum
Congressman McKinley to Speak at "Export University" Event
U.S. Commercial Service, W.V. District Export Council will host day-long program to teach local businesses how to sell overseas. - September 04, 2013 - U.S. Commercial Service
Center for Autism and Related Disorders Helps New York Families Struggling with Autism Insurance Woes with Free Seminar, September 26
Center for Autism and Related Disorders will host a free, two-hour seminar on Thursday, September 26, at its Fairport treatment center from 6:00 to 8:00 pm to help parents understand New York autism insurance reform and the most effective ways to access coverage. - September 03, 2013 - Center for Autism and Related Disorders
Landry/French Construction Holds Groundbreaking Ceremony for the Start of Renovations to the Casco Bay Ferry Terminal
Groundbreaking Ceremony to be held Wednesday, September 4, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. for the start of renovations to the Casco Bay Ferry Terminal. - September 01, 2013 - Landry/French Construction Company
Jim Dodson Law Supports Crackdown to Reduce Drunk Driving Fatalities in Florida
Attorney Jim Dodson Joins Largo PD in National Campaign “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” - August 30, 2013 - Jim Dodson Law
Hydropower Efficiency Act of 2013 Will Ease Rentricity Projects for Water, Wastewater, Irrigation and Industrial Water Operators
On August 9th, the Hydropower Regulatory Efficiency Act (H.R. 267) and the Bureau of Reclamation Small Conduit Hydropower Development and Rural Jobs Act (H.R. 678) were signed into law by President Obama. Both the Senate and House of Representatives passed the bill on January 15, 2013, which was... - August 28, 2013 - Rentricity Inc.