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15th Annual World Rivers Day Set for September 22nd - World Rivers Day Celebrates the Values of Rivers, Increases Awareness, and Encourages River Conservation
World Rivers Day 2019, set for September 22 (always the fourth Sunday in September), is a global celebration of our rivers. The event strives to increase public awareness of the values of our waterways while also promoting the need for sound river stewardship. The day's festivities will range from stream clean-ups and habitat restoration activities to educational programs and community riverside celebrations. More than 70 countries and millions of people will participate. - September 16, 2019 - World Rivers Day
Could You Live in 400 Square Feet or Less? Expo Offers Public Chance to Tour Tiny Homes
The City of San Luis Obispo approved tiny homes on wheels in March 2019 for qualifying backyards to help address high housing costs for residents. A tiny house and net zero expo in October gives the public the chance to tour tiny homes on wheels from several builders and attend presentations on tiny house and green living topics. - September 16, 2019 - SmartShare Housing Solutions
Matthew Prinn of RFP Advisory Group Selected to Speak at 2019 Legal Marketing Association Northeast Regional Conference
Matthew Prinn, Principal of RFP Advisory Group has been selected to present at the 2019 LMA Northeast Regional Conference. Mr. Prinn will be presenting a program titled, "The RFP Storm is Coming - Is Your Firm Ready?" RFPs are changing the way legal departments manage outside counsel... - September 16, 2019 - RFP Advisory Group LLC
CMMS Data Group Founder and CEO Ruth Hughes Makes Crain’s Notable Entrepreneurs List
CMMS Data Group’s founder and CEO, Ruth Hughes, has made the Crain’s Notable Entrepreneurs list, an accolade of Crain's Chicago Business that recognizes notable and industry-leading entrepreneurs from the Chicagoland area. The newspaper applauds Hughes for her incredible journey from a... - September 16, 2019 - CMMS Data Group
Oval Partners Makes Strategic Investment in Millennium Business Systems
Flex Technology Group adds MBS to further strengthen Midwest Presence. - September 16, 2019 - Flex Technology Group
Utah Medical Device Company Celebrates 25 Years in the Orthopedic Business
Ortho Development® Corporation Celebrates 25 Years; Utah medical device company celebrates 25 years in the orthopedic business. - September 15, 2019 - Ortho Development
Pacific Cascade Corporation (PCC) and Midwest Parking & Facility Products (MWP) Have Had a Long Term Collaborative and Business Relationship Since MWP Opened
Steve Vincelli established MWP in 1991. Prior to that, Vincelli worked for a property management company in Minneapolis, Minnesota where he oversaw the operations for several parking facilities. Early on he learned of a ramp accident where a gate arm had smashed onto the top of a car. The lot was required to pay for the expensive repairs. Steve inquired how often this happens and was surprised to be told quite often. - September 15, 2019 - The ParkingZone
New Report from yStats.com Suggests Continued Expansion of Online Retail in Vietnam
A recent publication from Hamburg-based business intelligence company yStats.com, “Vietnam B2C E-Commerce Market 2019,” projects continued strong growth of the online retail sector in the Southeast Asia nation through the middle of the next decade. Factors contributing to the growth include the entry of regional and global online merchants in Vietnam, plus the growing Internet connectivity through mobile phones. - September 15, 2019 - yStats.com GmbH & Co. KG
World’s Best Connectors Promote the New 5 C’s
Government is not the answer. Over 140 private business CEOs have taken a stand for gun control. Private industry now helps shape social, as well as economic policies. There is a new community, headquartered in Phoenix, that is borne of that philosophy. The World’s Best Connectors (The WBCs) is a virtual think tank for private C-suite executives, that will use modern technology and ideas to promote new partnerships, sustainable economies and social well-being. - September 14, 2019 - World's Best Connectors LLC
Michael Arnheiter of Baystate Financial Posts a New Video Entitled: "Protecting Your Dependents with Life Insurance" on His Website
Term or whole life? Just be sure you have adequate coverage. One survey found that 48% of current retirees had to retire earlier than they expected. - September 14, 2019 - Baystate Financial
Juliet Bulnes-Newton, DMD, Earns National Designation for Specialty in Dental Sleep Medicine
The American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine (ABDSM) Diplomate status is the gold standard for excellence in dental sleep medicine. - September 14, 2019 - Sleep Apnea Solutions Tampa
Transparent BPO to Open Contact Center in Belmopan, Belize Early 2020
Belmopan expansion will provide hundreds of employment opportunities for Cayo district residents. - September 14, 2019 - Transparent BPO
Advisors Capital Management Welcomes Kevin E. Strauss as Managing Director and Portfolio Manager
Former Abner Herrman & Brock Asset Management Vice Chairman Kevin E. Strauss joins Advisors Capital Management bringing municipal bond expertise. - September 13, 2019 - Advisors Capital Management
Fusion Medical Staffing Celebrates 10 Years in Business with 10 Days of Giving
Fusion Medical Staffing started like many small startups do...as an idea hatched in Co-founder and President Sam Wagemen’s basement in Omaha, Neb., back in 2009. Ten years later, Fusion Medical Staffing has grown to 300 employees, been recognized by Inc. Magazine as one of the top 5,000... - September 13, 2019 - Fusion Medical Staffing
International Peeling Society USA Foundation Announces Inaugural Leadership Team
New Officers and Board of Directors Appointed. - September 13, 2019 - International Peeling Society-USA
Charleston Life Coach Uses Music to Tear Down Walls, and to Start a Conversation
Margie Curry, Charleston Life Coach & Career Coach, uses “Music” to tear down walls and to start a conversation. She is the founder of Music is Healing Charleston, for veterans support groups, churches, military bases, small groups, men’s groups, and women’s groups. "We listen to Christian Music," says Ms. Curry, and then discuss the message in a song. - September 13, 2019 - Jumpstart Interview Coaching
Interview Coaching Improves Communication Skills
Charleston Career Coach, Margie Curry believes that interview coaching improves communication skills. This skilled career coach, life coach, and interview coach has seen the value of interview coaching for many of her clients during the past 14 years. "Good communication is an important Life Skill," says Ms. Curry. This coach recommends interview coaching for improving personal and professional relationships, negotiations, preparing for interviews, board meetings, and public speaking. - September 13, 2019 - Jumpstart Interview Coaching
Arek Zasowski Wins Best Inspirational Short Award with “Let Go: The Prelude” at the 2019 Silver State Film Festival in Las Vegas, NV
After being officially selected earlier this year, Arek Zasowski’s short touching emotional drama “Let Go: The Prelude” has just been named Best Inspirational Short by the 2019 Silver State Film Festival in Las Vegas, Nevada. - September 13, 2019 - Arek Zasowski
Leading Israeli CBD Brand CiiTECH is a Proud Sponsor of the Hemp & CBD Expo in the UK
The September edition of the UK's number 1 dedicated Hemp and CBD trade show is expected to be even bigger and better than the successful March edition and CiiTECH couldn’t be more excited to take part as an official Sponsor. - September 13, 2019 - CiiTECH Ltd.
Working Women Join Up with Local Charity to Give Back Together
Working Women Join up with Local Charity to Give Back Together; Service-Based Retreats for Professional Women. Philanthropy is the newest component of the Together We Seek professional women retreats organized by Tech Savvy Women. This October, women in business will come together to kick off an overnight retreat at Second Harvest Food Bank to sort, check and organize donated food. - September 13, 2019 - Tech Savvy Women
Guaranteed Removals is Named One of the Nation’s Fastest Growing Companies
Canadian Business unveils 2019 list of Canada’s Top New Growth Companies. - September 12, 2019 - Guaranteed Removals
The Population Health Alliance Announces Senator Braun of Indiana as a Keynote Speaker at Their Annual Innovation Summit and Capitol Caucus
The Senator will highlight the unique role of the employer in driving innovation in Population Health. - September 12, 2019 - Population Health Alliance
AD1 Global Wins 2019 Travel Weekly Silver Magellan Award
AD1 Global, a hospitality company based in Hollywood, Florida has been awarded a Silver Magellan Award from Travel Weekly Magazine for their Social Media/Reputation Influence program. “We are incredibly honored to receive this recognition from one of the most prestigious travel companies in... - September 12, 2019 - AD1Global
Small Businesses Across the USA Are Increasingly Benefiting from Top5 Business VoIP’s Regular Editor Reviews and Scores
Top5 Business VoIP helps cut through the noise in the VoIP arena by providing professionals a directory to choose the service provider best suited for them. - September 12, 2019 - Topicks Media Ltd.
Perrion D. Roberts Honored as a Woman of the Month for August 2019 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)
Perrion D. Roberts of Huntsville, Alabama has been honored as a Woman of the Month for August 2019 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Woman of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of automobile sales. Each month P.O.W.E.R. features women to... - September 12, 2019 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Darcy L. Knapp-Fricks Celebrated as a Top Executive for Eight Consecutive Years by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Darcy L. Knapp-Fricks of Mansfield, Texas has been celebrated as a Top Executive for eight consecutive years, 2013 through 2019 and honored with early admission for 2020, by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and great success for in the fields of... - September 12, 2019 - Strathmore Worldwide
NRHI Hosts 3rd Annual National Affordability Summit in Minneapolis
Dr. Marty Makary, Susan Dentzer and more are joining NRHI on October 15-16 to discuss critical issues impacting today’s healthcare landscape. - September 12, 2019 - Network for Regional Healthcare Improvement
The Knowledge Group Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on Vertical Merger Enforcement: How to Effectively Navigate Through the Uncharted Waters of Complexities
The Knowledge Group, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, announced today that it has scheduled a live webcast entitled: "Vertical Merger Enforcement: How to Effectively Navigate Through the Uncharted Waters of Complexities." This two-hour event is scheduled on September... - September 12, 2019 - The Knowledge Group
Home Inventory Professional Achieves Industry Designation
The National Inventory Certification Association congratulates member Trace Sargent for achieving the Certified Inventory Specialist designation. - September 12, 2019 - National Inventory Certification Association
The Knowledge Group Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on Transforming Businesses with Accounts Payable Automation: Tips and Strategies Uncovered
The Knowledge Group, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, announced today that it has scheduled a live webcast entitled: "Transforming Businesses with Accounts Payable Automation: Tips and Strategies Uncovered!" This event is scheduled on September 19, 2019 from 2:30 PM to... - September 12, 2019 - The Knowledge Group
70% Savings Expected on Treating Orthopedic Injuries with Partnership Between Kansas Regenerative Medicine Center, KRMC Physicians, LLC & CPM, Inc.
Adding KRMC’s Stem Cell Therapy to an employer’s group health benefits can produce a savings of over 70% on orthopedic injuries where, previously, surgery would have been the only option. In addition, Stem Cell Therapy shows reduced absenteeism in the workplace while reducing the risk... - September 11, 2019 - Kansas Regenerative Medicine Center
Happy Anniversary OpenJar: 10 Years Young and Still Buzzing
OpenJar Concepts, Inc., the full-service advertising agency from Temecula, CA has hit a major milestone of 10 years in business. The agency focuses on Performance Driven Media on all media platforms as well as traditional and programmatic acquisition media executions using TV, Radio, Print and Digital media outlets. - September 11, 2019 - OpenJar Concepts, Inc.
iGrad and APTA Recognized with Power of A Gold Award for Financial Solutions Center
iGrad and the American Physical Therapy Association were recognized with the Power of A Gold Award - the association industry's highest honor - for their financial wellness partnership. - September 11, 2019 - iGrad
New Website Launch – ABA Technologies Launches Brand New Website
After many months of hard work, ABA Technologies, Inc., is excited to announce the launch of its brand new, fully responsive website. The site features the company’s new logo and branding elements. With user-friendly navigation capabilities and intuitive design, customers can easily access... - September 11, 2019 - ABA Technologies, Inc.
SkySparc Expands with Murex Front-Office and Risk Expertise
SkySparc, an independent solutions provider, has recruited Emmanuel Dufrene, a highly experienced Murex consultant to join the fast-expanding Murex practice. - September 11, 2019 - SkySparc
Jennifer Rose Pagano Honored as a Woman of the Month for September 2019 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)
Jennifer Rose Pagano of Cape May, New Jersey is being honored as a Woman of the Month for September 2019 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the fields of jewelry design, music, photography and hotel... - September 11, 2019 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
IB Roof Systems and Antis Roofing and Waterproofing Gift New Roof to Thomas House Family Shelter
Thomas House Shelter's new location is off to a great start thanks to a roof donation from IB Roof Systems and Antis Roofing and Waterproofing. - September 11, 2019 - Antis Roofing and Waterproofing
Shanghai AI Innovation Closes $8MM Seed Round via Termsheets.tech
Shanghai China based Shanghai AI Innovation has closed its seed round. The company is preparing to roll out its AI based e-commerce solution globally. - September 11, 2019 - Shanghai AI Innovation
IZO Mezcal Now Available at Select Costco Locations
Starting this month, IZO Mezcal will be available at these select Costco locations in Southern California and Arizona: Vista, Temecula, Chula Vista, Tucson, Glendale, Mesa. - September 11, 2019 - IZO Mezcal
NeatPoint Launches Its First Product for Female Health in Asia
NeatPoint LLC, a California-based company dedicated to female health, announced its first product in Asia. NeatPoint tampons are now available in Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam, and Cambodia. A free NeatPoint website is created to help women learn about common female health issues, and explain the... - September 11, 2019 - NeatPoint
Go-Forth Pest Control Acquires Intersect Pest Control in China Grove, NC
Local, Growing, Family-Owned Business Continues to Grow Across the Carolinas - September 11, 2019 - Go-Forth Pest Control
Tillpoint, the Fastest-Growing EPOS Partners with SumUp
Tillpoint strikes partnership with the leading payment provider in Europe to bring integrated payments to SMEs. - September 11, 2019 - Tillpoint Enterprise Ltd.
MaiCo Industries Inc. Earns Its 21st Consecutive AISC Quality Fabrication Certification
MaiCo Industries Inc. earned its 21st consecutive American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) quality certification renewal last month. AISC certification recognizes MaiCo Industries, https://www.maicoind.com, for maintaining steel fabrication operations that meet AISC quality requirements for... - September 10, 2019 - Maico Industries
GBS Selects Larry Gibson as New Regional Marketing Director
In order to better serve an increasing client base in northern Missouri and eastern Kansas, Group Benefit Services (GBS) has selected Larry Gibson as Regional Marketing Director (RMD) for these regions. “We’re thrilled at the opportunity to add Mr. Gibson to our expanding team,”... - September 10, 2019 - Group Benefit Services, Inc.
Wildcat Discovery Technologies Awarded DOE Grant to Develop Improved Materials for Solid State Batteries
Wildcat Discovery Technologies has been selected by the U.S. Department of Energy as a recipient of a $1,223,833 grant for the discovery of materials for an all-solid battery. - September 10, 2019 - Wildcat Discovery Technologies
Brian Williams Promoted to Director of Operations for AeroGo, Inc.
AeroGo Inc. announces the promotion of Brian Williams to the Director of Operations. - September 10, 2019 - AeroGo, Inc.
Dr. Jose Martinez-Diaz Receives 2019 Distinguished Alumni Award from WVU Eberly College
Dr. Jose Martinez-Diaz, CEO of ABA Technologies, Inc. and University Professor of Behavior Analysis at Florida Institute of Technology, is the 2019 recipient of West Virginia University Eberly College’s Distinguished Alumni Award. Eberly College of Arts and Sciences offers a slate of... - September 10, 2019 - ABA Technologies, Inc.
Apex Companies Welcomes Darwin Nelson as New COO
Former Tetra Tech Business Unit President Joins Apex. - September 10, 2019 - Apex Companies, LLC
Academy Medical is Pleased to Announce Their Partnership with Medtronic Spine
Academy Medical is pleased to announce their partnership with Medtronic Spine. Medtronic Spine's extensive portfolio of spinal products will now be available on Academy Medical's SAC Top 18 contract, providing VA clinicians the tools necessary to provide optimum care for veterans. Headquartered in... - September 10, 2019 - Academy Medical
Louis A. Russo Announces Russo Law LLC, a New Law Firm Efficiently Delivering Cost-Effective Legal Representation to Clients All Over the World
Announcing the founding of Russo Law LLC - Accomplished | Cost-Effective | Technology-Driven legal representation on Corporate, Commercial, Employment, Real Estate, and Maritime matters for individuals, senior executives, startups, small businesses, and large institutions all over the globe. - September 10, 2019 - Russo Law LLC