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"Make It a Bird's Weekend" at the Hitchcock Film Fest in Bodega Bay
The Bodega Bay Area Chamber of Commerce (BBACC) welcomes the public to experience Hitchcock in the town made famous by him. The 2nd Annual Hitchcock Film Festival will take place on March 28-29 and proceeds benefit area schools art programs. - March 18, 2014 - Bodega Bay Area Chamber of Commerce
Sunday Assembly Presents: Change in the Arctic: What Does It Mean for Planet Earth?
Professor Pat Abbott will speak on the subject of change in the Arctic and what it means for Planet Earth on March 23, at the Balboa Park Club. The event is free and includes a live musical performance by singer/songwriter BJ Jezbera. Everyone is welcome, and childcare will be provided. - March 18, 2014 - Sunday Assembly San Diego
Phoenix Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Shelden Martin Announces Office Move to Two New Valley Locations
Dr. Shelden Martin, a leading orthopedic surgeon with OrthoArizona - Arizona Orthopaedic Associates, has announced the relocation of his office to Phoenix and Mesa effective March 17. Dr. Martin is a board certified orthopedic surgeon with extensive training and experience in orthopedic and sports... - March 18, 2014 - Arizona Orthopaedic Associates
Gilbert Gordon, Ph.D., Has Been Recognized by America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals as a Roundtable Member in 2014
Dr. Gilbert Gordon has been honored with the distinction of being named Academic Trailblazer for his distinguished accomplishments in Education and he has been named as the Biography of the Month for November, 2014. Most recently, Professor Gordon has been named America’s Registry Industry Leader of the Year in Education for 2014. - March 18, 2014 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Capital Trust Markets Teams Up with FX Copy to Diversify Trading Solutions
Capital Trust Markets Joins Forces with FXCopy in an Attempt to Innovate Copy Trade Practices. - March 18, 2014 - Capital Trust Markets
Advanced Film Solutions, Inc. Orlando Exhibiting LLumar Vista Window Film at the Central Florida Home & Garden Show, April 4-6, 2014 Orange County Convention Center
Advanced Film Solutions, Inc. Orlando area's leading installers of Eastman Chemical's Vista, EnerLogic, LLumar, Huper Optik and SunTek solar and solar security window film has announced their participation in the Orlando Spring Home Show being held April 4-6, 2014 at the Orange County Convention... - March 17, 2014 - Advanced Film Solutions
The First Private Vietnamese Travel Firm Has Been Nominated for the "Oscars" of the Travel Industry 2014
The first travel firm from the private sector, Luxury Travel Ltd. (www.luxurytravels.asia), has been nominated in "Vietnam’s Leading Tour Operator" category at the 2014 World Travel Awards. - March 16, 2014 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Richard E. DeVaughn Becomes a Prestigious NACD Fellow
NACD Fellows Demonstrate Their Commitment to the Highest Levels of Corporate Governance and Leadership in the Boardroom - March 16, 2014 - The Arcadia Group International LLC
eXact Learning Solutions and Tribal Sign Distribution Agreement
The learning content management solutions (LCMS) provider, eXact learning solutions, has signed a distribution agreement with Tribal. The agreement will see Tribal - a global provider of products and services to the international education, training and learning markets - supply the eXact Learning... - March 16, 2014 - eXact learning solutions
Consulus Wins Singapore Good Design Mark for Brunei Project
Consulus received the inaugural Singapore Good Design Mark for its branding and experience design work for Bank Islam Brunei Darussalam. - March 16, 2014 - Consulus Pte Ltd
Consulus Introduces CastleUp, the Enterprise Social Network Based on Organisational Behaviour
CastleUp (castleup.com) - an enterprise social network built on Consulus' work, officially launches today. Developed by Consulus, a consultancy that possesses 10 years of insights into organisational collaboration, CastleUp offers companies the chance to quickly share ideas and updates, and... - March 16, 2014 - Consulus Pte Ltd
CriticMania Announces Two New Board Members and an Expansion of Services in the Healthcare Industry
CriticMania, the innovative customer-service platform that brings together businesses and consumers, announced this week an expansion of services focused on helping patients engage more meaningfully with healthcare service providers. Two new board members/advisors, Fadi Nukta, MD and Jay Kugler,... - March 15, 2014 - CriticMania
BDA Advises on Sale of Majority Stakes in ENCO and TSM to KDB Daewoo Securities
Business Development Asia (“BDA”) is pleased to announce that its clients, ENCO Co Ltd (“ENCO”) and TSM Co Ltd (“TSM”), have both sold majority stakes to KDB Daewoo Securities. ENCO and TSM are the leading Korean urban mining companies, sourcing and recycling... - March 15, 2014 - BDA Partners Ltd
Highly-Rated Market Intelligence Event in Helsinki to Help Companies Ensure Future Success
The ninth GIA Conference organised by GIA will focus on “Intelligence 3.0 - Get Ready For The Future.” Held between June 2 and 4 2014, it will be hosted at the Helsinki Congress Paasitorni in Finland. - March 15, 2014 - Global Intelligence Alliance Group
INTUITION Brand Marketing Confirms Strategic Partnership with BragFire
Perspective Group, the leading independent PR & Multimedia Company for the timeshare and vacation ownership industry has announced a strategic partnership between its INTUITION Brand Marketing service and BragFire, an innovative and engaging social video creation platform. INTUITION is a... - March 15, 2014 - Perspective Magazine
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on Emerging Issues on SEC New Rule 506(c)
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, announced today that it has scheduled a live webcast entitled Emerging Issues on SEC New Rule 506(c). This two-hour event is scheduled on April 3, 2014 at 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM... - March 15, 2014 - The Knowledge Group
Shoulder Options Receives 510(k) Clearance for Its Proprietary Fracture Plate, the GTFx
Shoulder Options Inc. announced today that it has received FDA clearance for another novel shoulder device, the Greater Tuberosity Fracture Plate (i.e. GTFx). Developed in collaboration with T. Bradley Edwards, MD, John Costouros, MD and Rhett Hobgood, MD, The patent pending GTFx plate is a... - March 14, 2014 - Shoulder Options, Inc.
ALi Unveils Smart STB Solution M3932 Based on Latest Android 4.4 KitKat at CCBN 2014
ALi Corporation today announced the launch of M3932, a high definition smart STB SoC solution based on the latest Android 4.4 KitKat, targeting applications including smart DVB or IPTV set-top boxes, OTT multimedia players, hybrid set-top boxes, and TV dongles. - March 14, 2014 - ALi Corporation
Kevin M. Shaffer Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Kevin M. Shaffer of Columbiaville, Michigan has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the utility field. About Kevin M. Shaffer Mr. Shaffer has over 35 years experience in the utility field. He is Vice... - March 14, 2014 - Strathmore Worldwide
Howard M. Gerelick, Owner Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Howard M. Gerelick of Scottsdale, Arizona has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in developing supermarket anchored shopping centers. About Howard M. Gerelick, Owner After over 40 years in developing shopping... - March 14, 2014 - Strathmore Worldwide
SGS Introduces US Food and Drug Administration New Standards for Infant Formula
On 10 February 2014 the United States Food and Drug Administration (US FDA) published their interim final rule on Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs), Quality Factors, Notification Requirements, and Records and Reports, for Infant Formula (1). - March 14, 2014 - SGS
GE Water to Continue its Domination in United States Mobile Water Treatment Market, says TechSci Research
United States mobile water treatment market is highly consolidated, with two largest players accounting for more than 60% share in 2013. - March 14, 2014 - TechSci Research
Certified Wireless Network Professional Launches Continuing Education Program
IT Certification Firm Institutes New Program That Allows Certified Professionals to Keep up with the Latest Technologies and Standards. - March 14, 2014 - Certified Wireless Network Professionals
Newton Consulting’s Chris Hafner Named Strategic Planning Society Chairman
Chris Hafner, Vice President of Strategy and Director of European Operations for Newton Consulting, LLC, was recently elected Chairman of the Strategic Planning Society, an international organization for strategy professionals headquartered in London, U.K. The Strategic Planning Society (SPS)... - March 14, 2014 - Newton Consulting, LLC
Casa Dorada Los Cabos Celebrates 6th Anniversary with Brand New Image Gallery
On January 31st, Casa Dorada Los Cabos Resort & Spa, a 5-star beachfront resort in Cabo San Lucas, celebrated six years of creating unforgettable vacation memories, destination weddings, celebrity visits and thrilling events. As part of the 6th anniversary celebration, Casa Dorada commissioned... - March 13, 2014 - Casa Dorada Los Cabos Resort & Spa
One’s Word Launches Online English School in Latin America; Provides 100 Free Trial Lessons
English will maintain and enhance its supremacy in the international business arena. In its quest to teach the English language globally, One’s Word proudly launches its online English school in Latin America. Spanish: http://oneswordonline.com/ Portuguese:... - March 13, 2014 - One's Word INC.
Buyers Group International Announces Target Acquisition & Plans to Uplist
Buyer Group International, Inc. (BYRG.PK) announced today an update to its shareholders that it intends to make a target acquisition for the Company. - March 13, 2014 - Buyer Group International, Inc.
Allison Thornhill Joins South Coast Surety
Allison brings her considerable skill and experience to National Surety Wholesaler, South Coast Surety. - March 13, 2014 - South Coast Surety
Local Communities Work Together to Save Port Jeff Village Treasure
Beloved Toy Store in Danger of Closing - March 13, 2014 - Lainie's Way
SolarCraft Completes Solar Power System at Napa Valley Country Club
Novato and Sonoma-based SolarCraft announced the completion of a 251 kW solar power system at Napa Valley Country Club in Napa, CA. The picturesque, private golf course is now powered by renewable, green energy. - March 13, 2014 - SolarCraft
SPESA VIP Event to Welcome Sewn Products and Textile Industries to Atlanta
Held in conjunction with the Texprocess Americas and co-located shows, the popular dinner and industry networking function will be held on May 13 at the Georgia Aquarium. Participation in the event helps support the future of the industry through the AAFA Educational Foundation. - March 13, 2014 - SPESA
Bo Lee, Mississippi Private Investigator with Lee & Associates, Private Bureau of Investigation Helps Solve Kidnapping Case
Renowned Mississippi Private Investigator helps solve kidnapping case. - March 13, 2014 - Lee & Associates, Private Bureau Of Investigation
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Isaac Raijman
Isaac Raijman, of Houston, Texas, has been recognized as a Lifetime VIP Member by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Gastroenterology. - March 13, 2014 - Strathmore Who's Who
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Gonzalo Goicochea as a Professional of the Year
Gonzalo Goicochea, of Miami, Florida, has recently been recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore’s Who’s for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Biometrics. - March 13, 2014 - Strathmore Who's Who
Shelley L. Johnson of Lacey, Washington, Recognized by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals as Professional of the Year 2013 in Healthcare Business Solutions
Ms. Johnson has become a VIP member and has been inducted into the America's Registry Hall of Fame. In addition, she was named Bio of the Month for December 2014. - March 13, 2014 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Nancy L. Perkins, Counsel, Arnold & Porter LLP to Speak at KC’s Health Care Information Technology Event
Nancy L. Perkins, Counsel, Arnold & Porter LLP to Speak at KC’s Health Care Information Technology: The Challenges for Privacy and Security of Personal Health Information Live Webcast - March 13, 2014 - The Knowledge Group
Talk Fusion to Welcome a Widespread Global Audience for IMAGINE Event in April
Florida company prepares for its biggest corporate event of the year in Tampa. - March 13, 2014 - Talk Fusion
Thirsty Duck, LP Announces Canadian Partnership with John Meunier, Inc.
The global leader in buoyant flow control technology secures Canadian distribution deal. - March 13, 2014 - Thirsty Duck, LP
Peel Region's First Paperless Real Estate Transaction Platform Launched by RE/MAX Realty Services Inc. & DealTap.ca
The First Paperless Real Estate transaction process launches in Peel Region "Transactions on Rails." - March 12, 2014 - DealTap Inc.
Ascendum to Demonstrate Leading-Edge Retail Business Technology at RBTE
Ascendum introduces the first-ever integrated, one-to-one, personalised digital retail shopping technology platform at the Retail Business Technology Expo in London, UK on March 11 and 12, 2014. Ascendum's ROADS (Real-time Offer and Analytics Deployment System) is designed for retailers to send individualized offers to shoppers' mobile devices in real-time. - March 12, 2014 - Ascendum Solutions
"Silent Fear: a Medical Mystery" by Barbara Ebel, M.D.
"Silent Fear: a Medical Mystery" by Barbara Ebel, M.D. is "medical mystery or thriller writing at its best." - March 12, 2014 - Barbara Ebel MD author
Seth Kahan Launches Association Transformation to Support Visionary Association Executives
Executive change expert Seth Kahan releases first report from Association Transformation, a new think tank designed to support the needs of association leaders who embrace innovation, proactive leadership and new methodologies. - March 12, 2014 - Performance Development Group
Jon Roskill, Chief Executive Officer of Acumatica, to Speak at KC’s 2014 Trends of ERP Cloud Computing Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Jon Roskill, Chief Executive Officer of Acumatica, will speak at the Knowledge Congress’s webcast entitled “2014 Trends of ERP Cloud Computing... - March 12, 2014 - The Knowledge Group
Capital Safety Australia Introduces Their New Nano-Lok™ Edge SRL Range
First and only sharp edge personal SRL with foot level tie-off. - March 12, 2014 - Capital Safety Australia
Brüel & Kjær’s Noise Monitoring Road Trip
USA Environmental and Community Noise Monitoring tour. - March 12, 2014 - Bruel & Kjær UK
View the Nudist Resort Photos and Links Posted by The Terra Cotta Inn, Palm Springs, California That Facebook Banned
Facebook's slogan is "Facebook helps you connect and share with the people in your life." That may be true, unless you have a popular skinny dipping Facebook Page. - March 11, 2014 - The Terra Cotta Inn Clothing Optional Resort and Spa
The End of the Wealth Advisor?...BP Analytics Says No!
According to Cerulli Associates Inc. more than one-third of U.S. financial advisers are planning to retire from the Industry within the next 10 years with 32% of advisors finding it difficult to find a successor. But the underlying question is, do we really need financial advisors anymore when there are so many online Wealth Management software solutions to choose from? - March 11, 2014 - BP Analytics
ReEmployAbility Reports Growth in Return-to-Work Program, Savings Through 2013
ReEmployAbility, the largest national provider of specialty early return-to-work (RTW) services and transitional employment programs, today published its latest Program Results Summary. The summary highlights the Transition2Work program’s key performance results for fiscal year 2013, as well... - March 11, 2014 - ReEmployAbility
Free Wheelchair Mission Recognized as Top Orange County Nonprofit at 2014 OC Coast Magazine Community Awards
Free Wheelchair Mission takes home the honor of Top Orange County Nonprofit at second Coast Community Awards. - March 11, 2014 - Free Wheelchair Mission
TransGuardian CEO Jim Moseley Attends Gridiron Dinner, Washington DC
The annual, exclusive Gridiron Dinner, with 65 members of the Washington’s media elite, celebrated its 129th year. The Gridiron is famous for its white-tie dress code, self-deprecating speeches by leading politicians, and satirical song-and-dance acts performed by the Fourth Estate. Jim... - March 11, 2014 - TransGuardian, Inc.