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Jay Dubow, Partner, Pepper Hamilton LLP to Speak at the Knowledge Group’s The SEC’s Financial Fraud Issues and Probes: An Update Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Jay Dubow, Partner, Pepper Hamilton LLP will speak at the Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “The SEC’s Financial Fraud Issues and Probes:... - November 26, 2014 - The Knowledge Group
Continuing Its Core Mission, Sageworks Releases Financial Analysis Suite for Businesses
Today, Sageworks announced the official launch of its CFO platform, a financial analysis suite for CFOs, financial professionals and executives. Sageworks’ technology and products are used by thousands of financial professionals across North America, and the Sageworks CFO suite has been... - November 26, 2014 - Sageworks CFO
Lucintel Anticipates Composites in the North American Construction Market to Grow at a CAGR of 8% During 2013-2018
Composites are used in a variety of applications in the North American construction industry, such as doors and window profiles, rebar, utility poles, bridge decks, grating, cooling towers, bathtubs, swimming pools, and FRP panels. Composite materials offer design flexibility, corrosion resistance, durability, easy installation, and weight reduction, which are ideal for various applications in the construction industry. - November 26, 2014 - Lucintel
Hillsborough County, FL 504+ Acres of Prime Agricultural Land to be Sold Regardless of Price
By order of the Bankruptcy Court, three parcels in Hillsborough County will be auctioned by Tranzon Driggers on 11 December 2014. The northernmost 53+/- irrigated acres are leased to a strawberry grower and the second and third parcels are a mix of pasture and natural land. Irrigation for the... - November 25, 2014 - Tranzon Driggers
Salt Lake City Mission Community Partnerships Continue Providing Thousands in Need with a Thanksgiving Feast
"The Salt Lake City Mission seeks to serve the homeless community by providing emergency services and long-term recovery programs, the Mission helps to meet the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual needs of individuals in the greater Salt Lake area. Through daily outreaches providing food, clothing, hygiene items, counseling, life skills, education, ministry and most importantly 'A way out!'" - Pastor Wilson - November 25, 2014 - Salt Lake City Mission
TSItouch Releases the Executive Series
TSItouch LLC. Today announced the new Executive Series, sizes included 48”, 55”, 65”, and 84”. The new Advanced Interactive Collaboration (AIC) solutions are ideal for any kind of 24/7 application as well as for interactive whiteboard usages in meeting rooms and class rooms. - November 25, 2014 - TSItouch
Ebola PPE Selection Guidelines Based on Industry Tested Technical Specifications a Step in the Right Direction According to ISEA
Additional ISEA resource documents include list of ISEA members with Ebola specific PPE by product category and helpful descriptions of product standards. - November 25, 2014 - International Safety Equipment Association
SEMPO San Diego Launches with Inaugural Event
Content Marketing Platform, ClearVoice, Sponsors SEMPO San Diego Special Event on Dec. 3. - November 25, 2014 - ClearVoice
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Bruce H. Levin M.D. with Special Times Square Appearance
Bruce H. Levin, M.D., of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, has recently been recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Pain Medicine. In honor of his accomplishments and professionalism, Dr. Levin's image will be projected over Times Square, New York, on November 28th, 2014. - November 25, 2014 - Strathmore Who's Who
SCLC & F.E.A.S.T. Catering Announce 2nd Annual Lending a Hand Project
SCLC and F.E.A.S.T. Catering will partner to assist Philadelphia area families in need during the Thanksgiving holidays. - November 25, 2014 - SCLC
Weidlinger’s Adam Hapij Selected as President of Architectural Engineering Institute
Hapij, who headed the ASCE institute’s 2011 investigation into building damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, is the youngest member ever to hold the position. - November 25, 2014 - Weidlinger Associates, Inc.
Longman & Van Grack LLC Adds New Commercial Litigator
The Bethesda and Rockville, Maryland law firm of Longman & Van Grack, LLC is happy to announce a new addition to its commercial litigation practice. Seasoned litigator, Attorney Theodore Kiviat, has joined the firm on an Of Counsel basis. Attorney Theodore Kiviat is an experienced civil... - November 25, 2014 - Longman & Van Grack, LLC
FLC Launches Business Resource Tool, FLCBusiness: Boosting Our Economy by Leveraging Federal Laboratory Resources
The Federal Laboratory Consortium for Technology Transfer (FLC) announces the launch of its latest business resource tool, FLCBusiness. FLCBusiness is a comprehensive database designed to aid business development and accelerate technology transfer for industry, agencies, and academia. - November 24, 2014 - Universal Technical Resource Services, Inc.
Voicebrook to Exhibit at California Society of Pathologists Conference
Innovative AP reporting solutions to be showcased at 67th Annual Meeting. - November 24, 2014 - Voicebrook, Inc.
Morton Grove Chamber of Commerce Looks Ahead to 2015
The Morton Grove Chamber's Board of Directors has streamlined the organization by adopting a new set of bylaws and is planning to provide the local business community with new ways of promoting trade, industry and the public good in the new year. - November 24, 2014 - Morton Grove Chamber of Commerce
Durham, NC Inventory Professional Achieves Certification
National Inventory Certification Association recognizes member Robert Woodson for achieving the designation of Certified Inventory Specialist. - November 24, 2014 - National Inventory Certification Association
Dr. Subramaniam Ramanarayanan, Senior Consultant, NERA Economic Consulting to Speak at the Knowledge Group’s Risky Joint Ventures: Insurance Companies and Hospitals Event
Dr. Subramaniam Ramanarayanan, Senior Consultant, NERA Economic Consulting to Speak at the Knowledge Group’s Risky Joint Ventures: Insurance Companies and Hospitals in 2015 Live Webcast. - November 24, 2014 - The Knowledge Group
Charles Stiefel Named Vice Chair of Duke Medicine Board of Visitors
Victor Dzau, M.D., Chancellor of the Duke University Health System, appointed Charles Stiefel as Vice Chair of the Board of Visitors and member of the 3-person Executive Committee. The Board of Visitors assists the chancellor for health affairs, senior vice chancellor for academic affairs, and the... - November 23, 2014 - Charles Stiefel Philanthropy
Avasant Growth Continues with Launch of First Canadian Office
Avasant, the leading global management consulting firm providing integrated Digital Business, Digital Government, Business & IT Transformation, Strategic Sourcing and Globalization strategy services, today announced the opening of its first Canadian office in Toronto. This is Avasant’s... - November 23, 2014 - Avasant LLC
McMillan Fiberglass Stocks Hires New Production Manager
McMillan Fiberglass Stocks hires production manager to oversee McMillan's manufacturing processes. - November 22, 2014 - McMillan Group International
Jaco the Film Approaches the Finish Line, and Partners with PledgeMusic for the Final Details
Call it a labor of love. Call it the portrait of a true legend. Call it an absorbing overview of one man's incredible journey and the many, many passengers who joyfully came aboard for the ride, and call it one of the most engaging artist documentaries you will ever see. It's called Jaco - A... - November 22, 2014 - Jaco: The Documentary
Bruce H. Levin Has Recently Been Recognized by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals
For his achievements and accomplishments in the field of pain Medicine, Dr. Bruce H. Levin of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania has been selected to appear in Times Square, New York City on 11/28/2014. - November 22, 2014 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
TriStar Pension Consulting Introduces Clients to New Secure Portal
In an effort to streamline communications and further enhance existing security measures, TriStar Pension Consulting has implemented Plan Sponsor Link’s new secure web portal. - November 22, 2014 - TriStar Pension Consulting
Kate Salley, Associate, Sullivan & Worcester LLP to Speak at the Knowledge Group’s Understanding the IPO Legal and Regulatory Developments: 2015 Perspective Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today Kate Salley, Associate, Sullivan & Worcester LLP will speak at the Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “Understanding the IPO Legal and Regulatory... - November 22, 2014 - The Knowledge Group
Increased Long-Term Care Insurance Sales Will Benefit Home Care Providers Reports AALTCI
Long term care insurance companies are projected to pay billions for Americans utilizing home care services reports the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. - November 22, 2014 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Deidre J. Johnson, Counsel, Ropes & Gray LLP to Speak at the Knowledge Group’s International Merger Control: An Update from the BRICs for US Clients
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Deidre J. Johnson, Counsel, Ropes & Gray LLP will speak at the Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “International Merger Control: An Update... - November 22, 2014 - The Knowledge Group
All-Inclusive, High-Intensity Xtreme Sport Helmet Camera Hits Canadian Marketplace
Canadian company Xtreme Sport DV Ltd. launches its new website, ideal for digital recording advice for the highly active, extreme sports enthusiast. - November 21, 2014 - Xtreme Sport DV Ltd.
Premier Teak Furniture Finisher Expands to South Florida
Dr. Teak, a privately owned service business based in Los Angeles, is expanding into South Florida. From its new location in Pompano Beach, Dr. Teak will offer both private and commercial clients the same high-end furniture finishing and restoration service it has become known for in the western United States. - November 21, 2014 - Dr. Teak
Skylight Books Participate in Indies First/Small Business Saturday on November 29th
“One of the Best Bookstores in America” gears up for the shopping season with guest authors serving as honorary booksellers. Writers Geoff Dyer, Attica Locke, Mimi Pond, Steph Cha, Andrea Portes, and Anthony Breznican will be on hand to help with your book buying needs. - November 21, 2014 - Skylight Books
Keene Building Products Announces Chuck Soeder as Senior VP
Keene Building Products’ is pleased to announce Chuck Soeder as its Senior Vice President. Keene Building Products is an American manufacturer of 3-dimensional filament products for the building envelope and noise control markets. Chuck’s expanded role will include responsibility for... - November 21, 2014 - Keene Building Products
Pat Mussieux Named Female Executive of the Year in Canada - Stevie Awards
Stevie® Awards for Women in Business on Friday named Pat Mussieux as the winner of the GOLD Award for Women in Business – Female Executive of the Year in Canada. Shining a spotlight on women executives, entrepreneurs, and organizations run by women, the Stevie® Awards for Women in Business announced the results of its 2014 competition in New York City. - November 21, 2014 - Steps2Happiness
Mark Tallmadge to Speak at Knowledge Congress’ Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Mark Tallmadge, Member, Bressler, Amery & Ross, PC will speak at a 2-hour webcast entitled “Critical Issues in Liability Insurance Coverage and... - November 21, 2014 - The Knowledge Group
Thomas J. DeMayo, CISSP CIPP/US CPT CEH CHFI MCSE, Director, IT Audit and Consulting, O’Connor Davies, LLP to Speak at the Knowledge Group’s Cyber Security Plans Event
Thomas J. DeMayo, CISSP CIPP/US CPT CEH CHFI MCSE, Director, IT Audit and Consulting, O’Connor Davies, LLP to Speak at the Knowledge Group’s Cyber Security Plans: Adoption and Implementation Issues Live Webcast - November 21, 2014 - The Knowledge Group
SGS is Providing Guidance and IRCA Approved Training on the ISO 9001:2015 Revision
ISO 9001, the world's leading quality management standard, is under revision, with an updated version due by the end of 2015. SGS has a suite of training and advisory solutions to support your organization’s transition from ISO 9001:2008 to the new version. ISO/DIS 9001, the first formal... - November 21, 2014 - SGS
Dr. Michael Sperling of Stroz Friedberg to Speak at Knowledge Congress’ Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Dr. Michael Sperling, Managing Director, Development, Stroz Friedberg will speak at a 2-hour webcast entitled “Merger Investigations: The Benefits of... - November 21, 2014 - The Knowledge Group
Popular Commercial Lending Group Introduces Affiliate Program for Agricultural Loans
Popular Commercial Lending Group (PCLG) has introduced a new Affiliate Loan Program (ALP) for smaller community Banks and Credit Unions around the country seeking to capitalize on agricultural loan business. Since many smaller community Banks and Credit Unions are under capitalized and/or have... - November 20, 2014 - Popular Commercial Lending Group
Visionary CPA Presents New Roadmap for Creating the Future-Ready Accounting Firm
Jody Padar, CPA, MST, to Lead All-Day Online “Radical CPA” Workshop. - November 20, 2014 - CPA Trendlines
Lead to Succeed – the Moving and Storage Guide to Perpetual Profitability by David A. Duryee is Now Available for Purchase at Amazon.com
This book is about how to run a successful business. The primary focus is the moving and storage industry, however the principles contained in this book apply equally to running a successful business of any kind. Leadership traits and financial relationships are described in lay terms aimed at the non-financial person. - November 20, 2014 - Horizon Management Services LLC
Local Church Confirms New Lead Pastor
Mission Community Church in Gilbert, AZ has hired Joel Thomas as Lead Pastor effective January 1, 2015. Joel Thomas was previous Lead Pastor at North Point Church in Alpharetta, GA. Mission is one of the largest churches in Arizona with over 5,500 people attending weekend services. - November 20, 2014 - Mission Community Church
Elena Bajic, Founder and CEO of Ivy Exec, Named a 2014 EY North American Entrepreneurial Winning Woman
Elena is one of 13 winners in North America. - November 20, 2014 - Ivy Exec
New Jersey Chapter Chapter of Autism Speaks Awards Grants to Support Local Organizations
141 Service Providers Granted Funding for Programs Across the Country. - November 20, 2014 - Autism Speaks, New Jersey Chapter
Meet Brüel & Kjær at NCE Tunnelling Summit
Brüel & Kjær will be exhibiting its subscription-based noise management service - Noise Sentinel - at this year’s NCE Tunnelling Summit in December. - November 20, 2014 - Bruel & Kjær UK
IIC Partners Accepts New Firm Into Membership
IIC Partners accepts Marlière & Gerstlauer Executive Search into membership, adding new offices in Luxembourg and Hamburg. - November 20, 2014 - IIC Partners
WeInterpret.net Has Been Awarded the Interpreting Services Contract for Frederick County Government
Maryland Interpreting Services dba: WeInterpret.net has been awarded the Interpreting Services contract for Frederick County Government. This contract establishes an exclusive partnership between WeInterpret.net and Frederick County Government for all sign language interpreting needs within county government. - November 19, 2014 - WeInterpret.net
Working Person’s Store Introduces a New Way to Shop Black Friday
WPS is Having a Spectacular 7 Sale - November 19, 2014 - Working Person's Store
The DOR Team, REALTORS® of Prudential California Realty Join Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Real Estate Brokerage Network
The DOR Team is now part Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices, part of the HSF Affiliates LLC family of real estate brokerage franchise networks, announced on October 29, 2014 that Prudential California Realty, has joined the network and is... - November 19, 2014 - The DOR Team - Dina & Osmin Ruano
Midcoast Properties, Inc. Sells Six Property Self Storage Portfolio
Storage Village, a six property self storage portfolio in Georgia, with over 434,000 rentable square feet and over 3,100 self storage units, was sold recently to Danbury Road Holdings, IV, LLC, dba Store Here. Multiple offers were received for this portfolio which sold in mid November. Dale C. - November 19, 2014 - Midcoast Properties, Inc.
AFG Group Receives National CMAA Project Achievement Award
AFG Group, Inc. announced today that the company has been recognized with a national Project Achievement Award by the Construction Management Association of America (CMAA) at the recent CMAA National Conference held in San Francisco, California. - November 19, 2014 - AFG Group, Inc.
Rev. Loretta F. Moody, M.Div. Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Rev. Loretta F. Moody, M.Div. of Oakland, California has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the religious field. About Rev. Loretta F. Moody, M.Div. Rev. Moody has 39 years experience in the field of... - November 19, 2014 - Strathmore Worldwide
Raymond Dean Jones, Esq. Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Raymond Dean Jones, Esq. of Denver, Colorado has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of law. About Raymond Dean Jones, Esq Mr. Jones has more than 45 years of experience in the legal field. He is... - November 19, 2014 - Strathmore Worldwide