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Federal Labs & Industry Partners Aim to Accelerate Innovation for Economic Impact at the 2014 FLC National Meeting
This year's FLC national meeting, from April 21 - 23, in Rockville, Md., aims to accelerate innovation for economic impact. This year's agenda features: technology transfer training courses; a human element panel; over a dozen agency and industry exhibitors; accomplished keynote speakers; and various networking opportunities for industry and tech transfer professionals. - April 09, 2014 - Universal Technical Resource Services, Inc.
OneRain Announces Sponsorship of ALERT Users Group 25th Flood Warning Systems Symposium
OneRain Incorporated announces that it is a Platinum-level sponsor for the ALERT User Group's 25th Flood Warning Systems Training Symposium, which will be held May 6-9, in Reno, Nevada. This nationally known and respected training symposium event has been held since 1982, and brings together many... - April 06, 2014 - OneRain Incorporated
Wounded Warrior/Paralympian Nears End of Cross-Country Cycling Journey
Double-amputee Rob Jones to complete extraordinary feat April 12 in San Diego. - April 03, 2014 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
D.C.'s Historic First Libertarian Primary Tuesday
There are 4 political party primaries in Washington, D.C. Tuesday - Democrats, Republicans, Statehood Greens, and for the first time Libertarians. Libertarians have 7 candidates on the ballot in 7 races, mayor, Congress, Shadow Senator, Shadow Rep, City Council at Large, Ward 3 city council, Ward 6 city council, and a write in candidate for City Council chair. DC allows same day registration for those not registered. Others may ask for special ballots to vote in the primary of their choice. - April 01, 2014 - D.C. Libertarian Party
Stop Common Core Colorado - National Day of Protest Against Common Core
Stop Common Core Colorado - National Day of Protest Against Common Core Saturday, 4/5/14 - 12PM to 3PM. Colorado State Capitol - West Steps. It will be a patriotic day. The group has Governor candidates, senators, representatives, elected officials and citizens who will speak out against Common Core. MC - Ken Clark from Grass Roots Radio. Everyone encouraged to join and take a stand! - March 31, 2014 - Stop Common Core Colorado
Eye On US Education, an Education "Watchdog" Network, Has Organized the "War on Common Core" National Demonstration
The "War on Common Core" is a national protest rally against the implementation of the Common Core State Standards. All statements that will be presented at the event are directed to each State Legislature. - March 31, 2014 - Eye On US Education
CSU Industries to Survey Prospective Channel Partners at the SIA Summit 2014
CSU Industries, a leading third-party provider of critical IT support services, announced today that Dean Hale, Director of CSU’s Channel Operations, will be attending the Service Industry Association’s 2014 Summit, the 29th Annual World Executive Summit for Service Leaders on March 30... - March 28, 2014 - CSU Industries
NewStart Solutions, L3C Publicly Announces First Test Pilot Program with the City of Pueblo and the Pueblo Police Department
NewStart Solutions, L3C, a Wyoming Low-Profit Limited Liability “Social Benefit” Company with operations in Colorado Springs, CO has formally introduced a new enhanced SaaS-based “Crowd Sourced Crime Fighting” solution called “CrimeSuspect.NET”. - March 27, 2014 - NewStart Solutions, L3C
NewStart Solutions, L3C Introduces CrimeSuspect.NET, a New “Crowd-Sourced Crime-Fighting” Solution
NewStart Solutions, L3C, a Wyoming Low-Profit Limited Liability “Social Benefit” Company with operations in Colorado Springs, CO has formally introduced a new enhanced SaaS-based “Crowd Sourced CrimeFighting” solution called “CrimeSuspect.NET.” - March 27, 2014 - NewStart Solutions, L3C
Matt Fecteau for Congress
Matt Fecteau of Pawtucket, Rhode Island is seeking the democratic nomination for the 1st district of Rhode Island. - March 25, 2014 - Matt Fecteau for Congress
Citizens for Responsible Trails Organized to Address Stevens Creek Trail Issues
Citizens for Responsible Trails announces a neighborhood advocacy group that was formed to provide public input into the Stevens Creek Trail issue. - March 15, 2014 - Citizens for Responsible Trails
Arc 3 Communications to Offer Social Media Training Seminar for Local Government Officials
Program Educates Local Officials about Key Social Media Platforms - March 14, 2014 - Arc 3 Communications
SANS SCOLT Luncheon Fosters Leadership for Southern Region Language Educators
The SANS Inc. SCOLT Leadership Luncheon takes place this week in Memphis, TN, as part of the annual Southern Conference on Language Teaching (SCOLT). This event is an opportunity to develop connections and foster collaboration among leaders of the 14 state associations in the SCOLT region. The theme of the 2014 Leadership Luncheon is "Strengthening the Corps: Building Leadership Across the SCOLT Region." - March 11, 2014 - SANS Inc. Instructional Technology for Language Learning
Top Quality Plants, Individuals Honored by ACPA
QCast Awards recognize plants scoring 95% or better on 2013 quality audits. - March 04, 2014 - American Concrete Pipe Association
Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes Awards 2nd $6,000 Grant to Horses Helping Heroes Project
Grant will help fund pilot program combining music and equine therapy. - March 04, 2014 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
DUECO Inc. Recognized with Wisconsin Governor’s Trailblazer Award
Award Recognizes DUECO as a Successful Third Generation Business Owned/Operated by Female Relatives of the Founder. - March 03, 2014 - Dueco, Inc.
Government Contractor The Arcanum Group Makes a Splash with CEO Waters
The Arcanum Group -- a Denver-based provider of IT, staffing and program management services to government agencies -- participated Feb. 22 in the 2014 Polar Plunge for Special Olympics Colorado fundraising event. - February 28, 2014 - The Arcanum Group
Andrew Streetman of Vysion Technology Solutions Selected to Attend Ohio State of the State Address
Streetman, Who Will Attend the State of the State Address in Medina, Ohio Monday Night, Looks Forward to Hearing Governor Kasich’s Plans for Small and Medium Businesses and Education - February 26, 2014 - VysionTech
California Small Businesses Adjust to Affordable Care Act Compliance
Small businesses are a huge driver of California's economy and their ability to adjust to new ACA regulations is vital to the underlying financial health of the state. - February 24, 2014 - Pinpay Payroll Express
Capita Conferences Announce Their Local Government Finance Conference – 24th April 2014 – Central London
Attend this important event to effectively prepare for the challenge of funding social care, the welfare reform programme and discontinuation of the council tax transitional grant scheme. - February 23, 2014 - Capita Conferences
ACPA Honors Safest Concrete Pipe Plants, Companies
Prestigious national awards recognize excellence in workplace safety. - February 21, 2014 - American Concrete Pipe Association
Capita Conferences Announce Their National Local Government Complaint Handling Conference – 28th March 2014 – Central London
Conference highlights include best practice case studies on how to develop a streamlined effective complaints procedure, moving to a two stage process to speed up resolutions and how to share the learning from complaints to inform service delivery. - February 21, 2014 - Capita Conferences
High Ranking Government Officials and Top Counsels to Continue Capacity Building Discussions on the Legal and Commercial Aspects of Public Private Partnerships
Neoedge, the leading corporate events organiser has successfully organised the gathering of the most important personalities who are involved in the in shaping the future of Public Private Partnerships (PPPs) projects in Africa. The 4-day workshop, entitled “Legal and Commercial Aspects of... - February 21, 2014 - Neoedge Pte. Ltd
Carolyn A. Cohee Selected as One of Only 50 Round Table Members by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Publication
Carolyn A. Cohee, of Milford, Delaware, has been recognized as a Round Table Member by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Government. - February 20, 2014 - Strathmore Who's Who
NewProductHelp.com Designated as Official Marketing Representative for Parker Specialty Jumpsuit Invention
Ida P., Iowa resident and inventor, recently contracted invention assistance leader NewProductHelp.com to present information about her Parker Specialty Jumpsuit concept to potential licensees. An innovative and highly functional product that could save lives, the Parker Specialty Jumpsuit features... - February 16, 2014 - New Product Help, Inc.
Daniel Levine: Municipalities Are Embracing Important New Trends
The trends expert is seeing a rise in the number of trends being adopted by cities. - February 07, 2014 - Daniel Levine
Federal Laboratories and Industry Partners Receive Prestigious Honors in Technology Transfer for Leading Innovations
The Federal Laboratory Consortium for Technology Transfer (FLC) is pleased and proud to present the 2014 FLC National Awards for excellence in technology transfer. Honorees of these awards are exceptional federal agency and laboratory employees and industry partners that have demonstrated a great deal of dedication in their technological fields. The innovative technologies that these individuals and groups see through to the marketplace help to boost the U.S. economy and benefit everyday life. - February 06, 2014 - Universal Technical Resource Services, Inc.
Greenbutts Biodegradable Cigarette Filters Receive Delegate Support in Maryland
Legislation proposed in Maryland would mandate the sale of cigarettes to only those with biodegradable filters. - February 06, 2014 - Greenbutts LLC
SANS Inc. Announces New Version of Language Lab Software Compatible with Microsoft Windows 8.1
SANS Inc., the developer and exclusive licensor of Sony language learning software solutions, has just released Version 14.0 of the Sony Virtuoso™ and Sony Soloist® digital language lab software. A key element of this software update is compatibility with the Microsoft® Windows® 8.1 Operating System (OS). - February 05, 2014 - SANS Inc. Instructional Technology for Language Learning
Security Solutions International (SSI), Provides Training for Major Transit Systems and Agencies on Improvised Explosive Devices
Having successfully trained more than 1000 Federal, State and local agencies, SSI, the nation’s premier Homeland Security training company is now diversifying by providing major transit systems with security training and awareness programs on explosives and active shooter threats. - January 29, 2014 - SSI
Double Amputee Parachutes Into College Bowl Games
Dana Bowman deploys special chute honoring Coalition to Salute America's Heroes. - January 24, 2014 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
Seminole Tribe of Florida - Native Learning Center is Awarded Training and Technical Assistance Funding from HUD
Seminole Tribe of Florida Native Learning Center (NLC) was named the only Tribe authorized to receive a cooperative agreement award from HUD. - January 24, 2014 - Native Learning Center
Four of New York’s Most Valuable Patriots to be Honored at Super Bowl Weekend Party
Decorated combat-wounded veterans to promote Troops First Foundation’s Operation Warrior Call program at the MVP Party. - January 23, 2014 - Seven 2 Events
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.