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Ryan McComas, Regional Director, Goldman Sachs Asset Management to Speak at the KC’s Event

The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Ryan McComas, Regional Director, Goldman Sachs Asset Management will speak at the Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “Fixed Income Opportunities... - March 31, 2016 - The Knowledge Group

Hazmat Training Comes to Virginia Beach

Environmental Resource Center, the leading provider of environmental and safety training, will provide mandatory RCRA and DOT in Virginia Beach, VA. - March 30, 2016 - Environmental Resource Center

Hazmat Training Comes to the Raleigh Area

Environmental Resource Center, the leading provider of environmental and safety training, will present mandatory DOT, IATA and HAZWOPER training in Cary, NC. - March 30, 2016 - Environmental Resource Center

Mobile Wireless and Cellular Communications Training Now Offered by Singer Executive Development

Singer Executive Development is now offering a Mobile Wireless and Cellular Communications training course. This new mobile wireless training course provides a comprehensive understanding of mobile communications, cellular networks and standards. The course covers the fundamentals and evolution of... - March 30, 2016 - Singer Executive Development LLC

50 National Leaders to Participate in the Inaugural SOAR Community Summit on May 6, 2016

As many as 50 national leaders, an exclusive group of C-Suite Executives, Entrepreneurs, Community and Civic Leaders, will participate at the SOAR Community Summit, during the full day of panel discussions and presentations. - March 30, 2016 - SOAR Community Network

TIAA Wins i4cp's 2016 Next Practice Award

Leading financial services provider honored for its cutting-edge people practices. - March 30, 2016 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)

Going Places Network Launches to Enhance Women’s Career Success

Dress for Success SW Florida and the Walmart Foundation provide mentorship. - March 30, 2016 - Dress for Success SWFL

NERETA Summit Will Help Establish Regional “Eco-Systems” to Spur Manufacturing Renewal Across the US

The NERETA Summit being held in Clinton, NJ, April 27-29, will teach local leadership (workforce development, economic development and higher education professionals), how to align their resources and capabilities to focus on growing manufacturing in their regions. (summit.nereta.org) - March 29, 2016 - North East Regional Employment and Training Assoc

Tom Score Joins KZSW Advertising

Successful Advertising Veteran Tom Score Joins KZSW Advertising - March 29, 2016 - Lorraine Gregory Communications

AM Technical Solutions Announces Restructured Executive Team

AMTS, founded in 1994, announces a restructured Executive Team. Tim Self is stepping down as the Chairman of the Board, and will remain the Company Principal. Kelly McAndrew will move into the role of Chairman, and Dan Codi is being announced as the new company CEO. - March 28, 2016 - AM Technical Solutions

Ez1095 Software Helps HR Managers Mail Out 1095 ACA Forms Today

ACA form software ez1095 application now allows customers to print preview forms for peace of mind. Download for test drive at www.halfpricesoft.com. - March 28, 2016 - Halfpricesoft

MyCheapJobs Now DoJobsOnline

Mycheapjobs has rebranded itself into “dojobsonline.com”. The new brand represents it’s users with a simple and easy way of exploring new jobs and professional freelancers. The purpose of this rebranding is to provide more quality services with modern freelance business tools. - March 27, 2016 - MyCheapJobs

The Kindness Connection Working with Organizations to Achieve Meaningful Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), While Building Strong Employee Teams

The Kindness Connection has developed a line of programs, specifically geared to help corporations involve their employees in volunteer service to local charities. The program names reflect the type of recipient organization which will benefit: Volunteer for Vets, Create Art for the Aging, Outfit Tots with Educational Toys, Motivate Adolescent Athletes. - March 24, 2016 - The Kindness Connection

Book About Employee Engagement Named One of the Top 5 Leadership Books of the Year

"Otherwise Engaged" by John Guaspari has been selected as one of the top five leadership books published last year by Leadership and Management Books, a brand of The Book Review Company. The book is available from most storefront and online bookstores. Visit mavenhousepress.com/our-books/otherwise-engaged for more information about the book or to read an excerpt. - March 24, 2016 - Maven House Press

HireKeep Expands Job Matching Services to Marketing and Research Fields

HireKeep is pleased to announce that it is now matching candidates with high-growth companies in the marketing and research verticals. These new services use the same data-driven approach as HireKeep’s acclaimed sales matching process, albeit with different matching criteria for different... - March 24, 2016 - HireKeep

Lawrence I. Witdorchic, Partner, Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP to Speak at the KC’s event

The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Lawrence I. Witdorchic, Partner, Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP will speak at the Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “The... - March 24, 2016 - The Knowledge Group

James Bentley, CFA, Senior Vice President, National Retirement Sales Manager, PIMCO Investments LLC to Speak at the KC’s event

The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that James Bentley, CFA, Senior Vice President, National Retirement Sales Manager, PIMCO Investments LLC will speak at the Knowledge Group’s webcast... - March 24, 2016 - The Knowledge Group

Pinnacle Performance Company Wins Four More World Human Resources Development Congress Awards in 2016

Global Communication Skills Training Firm Has Won 12 World Human Resources Development Congress Awards in the Last Six Years. - March 24, 2016 - Pinnacle Performance Company

Kelly Malafis, Founding Partner, Compensation Advisory Partners, LLC to Speak at the KC’s event

The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Kelly Malafis, Founding Partner, Compensation Advisory Partners, LLC will speak at the Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “The SEC's Final Pay... - March 24, 2016 - The Knowledge Group

DallasHR Appoints Brad Shanklin as Executive Director

DallasHR, the local affiliate for the Society for Human Resource Management (“SHRM”), has named Brad C. Shanklin, IOM, as executive director, effective March 28. He will oversee operations of the organization’s 2,000-member association and its annual regional event, The... - March 23, 2016 - DallasHR

Financial Literacy Education Leader iGrad Hits 2 Million Modules

Students engage with online financial literacy program in record numbers. - March 23, 2016 - iGrad

Donald H. Plotsky, Senior Product Manager, Head of Retail and Sub-Advisory, Western Asset to Speak at the KC’s Event

The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Donald H. Plotsky, Senior Product Manager, Head of Retail and Sub-Advisory, Western Asset will speak at the Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled:... - March 23, 2016 - The Knowledge Group

Management Training Institute Scheduling West Coast Management Training Programs

The customized management training programs offered through the Management Training Institute such as Management Success and Coaching Skills for Managers are now being widely scheduled up and down the West Coast and across the country as well. - March 23, 2016 - Management Training Institute

White Oak Advisors Named Sponsor at Knowledge Group’s Event “Fixed Income Opportunities in A Changing Rate & Regulatory Environment Live Webcast,” on 4/25/2016

White Oak Advisors teams up with The Knowledge Group for its upcoming webcast entitled “Fixed Income Opportunities in A Changing Rate & Regulatory Environment Live Webcast.” This two-hour event will be held on April 25, 2016 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm ET. For further details about... - March 20, 2016 - The Knowledge Group

ResponseHire is About to Disrupt the Job Search Industry

ResponseHire is creating an online job board with the intent to address the common resume “black hole” experienced by many job seekers and the lack of thorough, qualified applications faced by many hiring managers. - March 20, 2016 - ResponseHire

The Knowledge Group Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on the SEC's Final Pay Ratio Rules: What You Need to Know in 2016

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: The SEC's Final Pay Ratio Rules: What You Need to Know in 2016. This two-hour event is scheduled on April 12, 2016 at... - March 19, 2016 - The Knowledge Group

Team Bickel Join Crosby & Associates, Inc.

Crosby & Associates, Inc., one of Florida’s leading agricultural and commercial land real estate firms, is pleased to announce Terry Bickel and his brother, Garry Bickel are now part of the brokerage team of Land Specialists; opening a fourth branch office at 7468 Horse Lake Rd. in... - March 18, 2016 - Crosby & Associates, Inc.

Paragon Bank Appoints Senior Vice President, Specialty Lending

Paragon Bank (OTCBB: PGNN.OB) has hired Thomas "Tee" Shipmon as Senior Vice President of Specialty Lending. Shipmon will report to Robert Shaw, Chief Executive Officer at Paragon Bank, and will work out of the office at 5400 Poplar Avenue. "We are excited to add a team member with... - March 18, 2016 - Paragon Small Business Capital Group

RCRA and DOT Training Comes to San Antonio

Environmental Resource Center, the leading provider of environmental and safety training, will present mandatory RCRA and DOT training in San Antonio, TX. - March 17, 2016 - Environmental Resource Center

Hazardous Waste and Hazardous Materials Training Comes to New Orleans

Environmental Resource Center, the leading provider of environmental and safety training, will present mandatory RCRA and DOT training in New Orleans, LA. - March 17, 2016 - Environmental Resource Center

Hazmat Training Comes to Jacksonville

Environmental Resource Center, the leading provider of environmental and safety training, will present mandatory RCRA and DOT training in Jacksonville, FL. - March 16, 2016 - Environmental Resource Center

Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Training Comes to the Raleigh Area

Environmental Resource Center, the leading provider of environmental and safety training, will present mandatory 24-Hour HAZWOPER training in Cary, NC. - March 16, 2016 - Environmental Resource Center

Happy Brain Science Launches New Game: Choose Happiness @ Work

Happy Brain Science announces a game that has been played at Boeing, Intel, and other organizations is now available to the public. A business tool for team performance and employee engagement, grounded in solid science, this card game teaches the science of happiness at work. - March 16, 2016 - Happy Brain Science

Cirrus Medical Staffing Names Andrea Zveibil President & Chief Operating Officer

Cirrus Medical Staffing (Cirrus) announces the appointment of Andrea Zveibil as President & Chief Operating officer. - March 15, 2016 - Cirrus Medical Staffing

The Cedalius Group Now Offers the Verensics Integrity Test

The Cedalius Group is pleased to announce that they now offer one more way to ensure that employers are hiring the best, most qualified candidate: Verensics Employment Integrity Testing. - March 14, 2016 - The Cedalius Group

Down Syndrome in the Workplace - Making a Contribution to Our Economy Campaign

Although our society is learning to be more accepting of others' differences, it is still very difficult for adults with Down syndrome to find employment. A rewarding career that will pay them for their work. So as the world is preparing for World Down Syndrome Day on March 21, 2016, over at Special & Determined, they have already started celebrating individuals with Down syndrome who are living the American Dream by owning their own businesses or who have found fulfilling employment. - March 12, 2016 - Special & Determined

Velexo to Hire New Senior Director of Product Development

Velexo, a Software-Enabled-Services (“SES”) company, announced today that Aneet Bains will be joining their team to lead the Product Development department. Ms. Bains will serve a critical role in the advancement of products and new technology. Aneet will be the intersection between... - March 12, 2016 - Velexo

ERP Staffing Solutions Leaders PlanIT Search Highlight the Areas of Productivity Within the ERP Marketplace

Toronto, ON-based ERP staffing solutions and recruitment company, PlanIT Search, has recently begun a campaign to highlight the growth areas within the ERP marketplace. As a staffing expert, PlanIT Search can help companies pinpoint productive areas to ensure companies hire qualified staff members... - March 12, 2016 - PlanIT Search

The Weidt Group’s David Eijadi and Tom McDougall to Retire in April

Principals at Energy and Software Consulting Firm Position Top Firm Executives for Success in Transition. - March 12, 2016 - The Weidt Group

E-Book Reveals How to Achieve Your Organisation’s Goals via an LMS

An e-book, from learning management system (LMS) producers, Create eLearning, outlines how an LMS can help organisations achieve their goals via their people. - March 12, 2016 - Create eLearning

Hiring From Colleges- Strategies for a Better Fresher Workforce

Freshersworld is planning to conduct a webinar on the topic of College Hiring. The topic is – Hiring From Colleges- Strategies for a Better Fresher Workforce. - March 11, 2016 - freshersworld.com

Strategic Pursuit Group Placement/Salary Summary 1/1/16 - 3/1/16

Strategic Pursuit Group was part of the strong Jobs Report released this past Friday as the staffing network contributed over 60 hires since January 1 in many disciplines/industries and locations. A summary of job titles and average salaries is available in the Network section of the Strategic... - March 10, 2016 - Strategic Pursuit Group

NACCE Joins White House's TechHire Initiative

National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship joins White House's TechHire Initiative; NACCE Invited to Participate in National Campaign to Rapidly Train Employees for Technology Jobs - March 09, 2016 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship

Baylor University Partners with iGrad to Implement Online Financial Literacy Education Initiative

Higher education embraces online adaptive learning to ensure students succeed in making wise financial decisions. - March 09, 2016 - iGrad

E-Book Shows How to Use an LMS to Reduce Staff Turnover

A learning management system (LMS) can save the average business a great deal of time and money, according to the results various research projects, brought together in an e-book by Create eLearning. According to Create eLearning, an LMS can: · Drastically reduce the cost of recruiting,... - March 05, 2016 - Create eLearning

Sharp Decisions Announces Acquisition of CN-TEC Operations

Deal expands Sharp Decisions’ presence into Denver and Phoenix, providing a home base in the Mountain West region. - March 03, 2016 - Sharp Decisions

Greenhouse Teams Up with EasyHire.me to Help Companies Streamline Interviewing Process

EasyHire.me, an all in one interview platform, today announced details of its partnership with Greenhouse Software. EasyHire.me delivers a robust and affordable online video interviewing solution that brings consistency, efficiency and agility to the recruiting process. EasyHire.me platform... - March 03, 2016 - EasyHire.me