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PECB Signs a Partnership Agreement with Bay Mountain Security
"Bay Mountain Security offers expertise in Information Security Managed Services and Training. They specialize in Cloud and Enterprise Security Architecture, Strategy, and Compliance services. The Bay Mountain Security services portfolio strategically aligns with our innovative ISO standards," said Eric Lachapelle, CEO of PECB. - July 30, 2016 - PECB
PECB Signs a Partnership Agreement with Empire East Africa
“Empire East Africa is committed to build and maintain upon healthy choices, therefore, we are very enthusiastic for this agreement and we promise we will provide our full-time services and best efforts on behalf of this partnership,” said Eric Lachapelle, CEO of PECB. - July 30, 2016 - PECB
CommLab India Launches Mobile App for E-learning and Training Professionals
CommLab India has launched a blogging app for iPhone and Android users that gives them access to the latest happenings in the world of learning and training. - July 29, 2016 - CommLab India
4Medapproved Receives 2016 Chicago Business Service Award
4Medapproved has been selected for the 2016 Best of Chicago Award! Each year, the Chicago Award Program identifies companies that have achieved exceptional marketing success in their local community and business category. - July 29, 2016 - 4Medapproved
The Teacher's Hook Reveals How to Engage Every Student, Deal with Classroom Behavior, and Improve Pass Rate
The Teacher's Hook is a new book release in Nonfiction - Education on Amazon.com and eBooks. - July 27, 2016 - Jim Kay
Five O'Clock Steakhouse Welcomes Iconic Group of "School of Rock On Tour" Musicians
On Saturday, July 9, 2016, Five O'Clock Steakhouse welcomed a group of iconic musicians to a private dinner party including Grammy & Oscar-winning composer/producer Damon Ranger, musician Peter Distefano of Porno For Pyros/Perry Farrell, Jenny Douglas - Foote of Pink/Toto, Tanya O'Callahan of Maynard James Keenan/Ronnie Wood, Grammy award-winning signer Kendra Foster, Dimitri Coats from Off!, rocker Dan McCafferty (Dee Snider), plus bassist Eva Gardner and drummer Mark Schulman of Pink's band. - July 26, 2016 - Five O'Clock Steakhouse
Safety Center Provides One Simple Decision Driving Simulator in Northern California Schools with Funding from State Farm
Funding from Sate Farm has made it possible for Safety Center to purchase its second One Simple Decision driving simulator. Safety Center provides the driving simulator for school assemblies, back to school nights and a myriad of school and community events. - July 24, 2016 - Safety Center
PECB Signs a Partnership Agreement with Certified Risk Management Group LLC
“We are very excited for this agreement, and we promise we will provide our full-time services and best efforts on behalf of this partnership,” said Eric Lachapelle, CEO of PECB. - July 23, 2016 - PECB
PECB Signs a Partnership Agreement with Business Excellence & Management Consortium (BEMCON)
“We are very excited for this agreement, and we have always welcomed partnership opportunities with such companies that are consistent with and appropriate to our mission,” said Eric Lachapelle, CEO of PECB. - July 23, 2016 - PECB
Increasing Number of Aspirants Preferring Private Training Institutes to Boost Technical and Vocational Education Market in North America
North America Technical & Vocational Education Market Growth of 4.13% CAGR by 2020 - Analysis, Technologies & Forecasts Report 2016-2020 - Key Vendors: Acumen Global Training, City & Guilds, SAP - July 23, 2016 - Market Research Hub
PECB Signs a Partnership Agreement with Risk Mitigation Solutions Africa (PTY) LTD
“We are very excited for this agreement, and it is our obligation to provide our full-time services and best efforts on behalf of this partnership. I personally feel profoundly honored and exceedingly delighted to sign this agreement with Risk Mitigation Solutions Africa (PTY) LTD,” said Eric Lachapelle, CEO of PECB. - July 23, 2016 - PECB
Storyboard That Welcomes All Educators Who Used Bitstrips for School Alternative Digital Storytelling Website Available for Teachers
With the news of Bitstrips for School discontinuing their services, Storyboard That (http://www.storyboardthat.com) invites teachers to try their storyboarding software. Much like Bitstrips, Storyboard That allows teachers and students to illustrate books, poems, creative writing and so much more... - July 23, 2016 - Storyboard That
"Charlie" the New Family TV Series Premieres Exclusively on Roku TV September 2017
"Charlie" is a unique single camera half hour sitcom for preschoolers and their parents starring a baby and her dog who solve neighborhood problems with the help of their animal friends. - July 22, 2016 - Camille Solari
AMDG Financial Joins Aspire Financial Services’ 403(b) Advisor Network
AMDG Financial, a fee-only fiduciary Registered Investment Advisory firm, recently joined Aspire’s 403(b) Advisor Network, enabling it to use the Aspire 403(b) platform to work with faculty and staff in five districts/colleges in suburban Detroit. - July 21, 2016 - AMDG Financial
New Online School Program Expands Education Options in Texas for Students Entering Grades 3 – 8
Futura Learning announced today that it has partnered with Responsive Education Solutions (ResponsiveEd) to operate a new online school program for students entering third through eighth grade this Fall. Futura Academy of Texas, a ResponsiveEd® charter school, is a tuition–free, public... - July 21, 2016 - Futura Learning
Explore Life Beyond Boundaries; Art of Success Training Session by Success Guru AK Mishra at Amity University
With the motive to encourage our young generation to explore life beyond boundaries, AK Mishra’s Art of Success is going to organize an orientation session on its foundation course “Take Charge of Life for Teenagers” at Amity University. The seminar will be held at the auditorium... - July 21, 2016 - AK Mishra's Art of Success
Allied Real Estate Schools Announces Launch of Two Texas Real Estate Continuing Education Packages
The 18-Hour and 98-Hour CE courses are designed to satisfy the TREC requirements for continuing education. - July 20, 2016 - Allied Business Schools
Drew Steele Endorses Louise Penta for Collier County School Board District 2 Seat
Former Daybreak host throws support behind her and Lee Dixon in his parting words. - July 20, 2016 - Louise Penta
Chanakya IAS Academy Conducted a Workshop at Guwahati for Civil Services Aspirants
With a motive to spread more awareness about Civil Services and encourage the aspirants to follow the path of their dreams, Chanakya IAS Academy organized a workshop on Civil Services Examination at Chanakya IAS Academy, (Guwahati branch) located in Silpukhuri, Assam, on 16th of July 2016. The... - July 18, 2016 - AK Mishra's Art of Success
Scottish Government Names Dr. Avis Glaze as International Education Adviser
Dr. Avis Glaze has been named as one of ten expert international education advisers for the government of Scotland. Glaze, who once served as Ontario Education Commissioner, also served as Adviser to the Minister of Education in Ontario. She was the Chief Student Achievement Officer of Ontario and... - July 17, 2016 - Dr. Avis Glaze
PECB Signs a Partnership Agreement with ERCM Consultancy Pte Ltd
“PECB has built a strong reputation in the international market for its expertise and ability to develop and deliver trainings on many ISO standards,” said Eric Lachapelle, CEO of PECB. - July 17, 2016 - PECB
The Spanish Group Expands Its Certified Translation Department
The Spanish Group LLC Expands Certified Translation Department. California-based certified Spanish translation service responds to increasing number of individuals who require Spanish document translation assistance for immigration from Venezuela, Ecuador, Columbia and Mexico. - July 16, 2016 - The Spanish Group LLC
New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions and Geographic Solutions Launch Career Solutions Site for High School Students
Geographic Solutions, in partnership with the New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions, recently launched a new career solutions site designed specifically for high school students looking to plan their next step after graduation. The site provides students with current career information and... - July 16, 2016 - Geographic Solutions, Inc.
ABYC Expands Outreach to Help Solve Skilled Workforce Needs
The marine industry as a whole is facing a shortage of qualified marine technicians. Ranging from boatyards to manufacturers, the industry is worth over $121 billion to the U.S. economy. With over 34,800 businesses employing close to 500,000 people, the marine sector is in need of a skilled workforce. - July 15, 2016 - ABYC
ISKCON Turns 50
July 13th the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) celebrated the 50th anniversary of its incorporation. Iskcon of Houston will celebrate on August 25th with a Festival of Flowers at 1320 West 34th Street in Houston. - July 14, 2016 - Iskcon of Houston
EMLab P&K Announces Free IAQ Training Webinars with Continuing Education Credits
EMLab P&K’s IAQ training courses cover an array of topics including mold testing, data interpretation, Legionella contamination and more. Environmental professionals can earn continuing education credits for technical training. - July 14, 2016 - EMLab P&K IAQ Laboratory
PECB Signs a Partnership Agreement with ISQT (INSTITUT SUPÉRIEUR DE LA QUALITÉ TOTALE)
"ISQT (INSTITUT SUPÉRIEUR DE LA QUALITÉ TOTALE) has a sophisticated, well-built enterprise platform that aligns with our innovative ISO standards," said Eric Lachapelle, CEO of PECB. - July 14, 2016 - PECB
Daniels HVAC & Home Services, Known for HVAC Installation & Repair Services in Philadelphia, Announces New Website
Daniels HVAC & Home Services specializes in plumbing, air conditioning, heating and electrical services; Well experienced personnel provide outstanding support and repair services to every customer without delay - July 13, 2016 - Daniels HVAC & Home Services
Kristin Vollmer Named Principal of The Harlem Heights Community Charter School
Kristin Vollmer has been named principal of Lee County’s newest tuition-free public charter school. The Harlem Heights Community Charter School, located at The Heights Center, 15570 Hagie Drive in Fort Myers, will serve kids kindergarten through grade 3 beginning in August. Vollmer has more... - July 13, 2016 - The Heights Foundation
Art Paradise and Petals & Paws Team Up for "Paint Your Pet" Art Class Series in West Hartford, CT
Art Paradise and Petals & Paws team up for "Paint Your Pet" art class series in West Hartford, CT. Join National Award Winning Artist Rita Paradis for a special art class series and learn how to create a work of beauty honoring your very own beloved cat, dog, bird, hedge hog, or... - July 11, 2016 - ArtParadise
Goa Institute of Management Announces Program on HR Analytics
Goa Institute of Management (GIM) is holding an Executive Learning Solutions Program, on "HR Analytics for HR Effectiveness" from 15 to 16 July at its campus in Goa. - July 11, 2016 - Goa Institute of Management
PECB Signs a Partnership Agreement with NetHost Nigeria Limited
“It is increasingly important for PECB to continue encouraging and building partnerships all over the world. We are highly impressed with the work of NetHost Nigeria Limited, and that is why we have expressed our interest for this partnership. We hope that our common work will be a long-term successful journey by providing PECB training courses in Africa. PECB is bound to offering qualitative services and objective evaluation,” said Eric Lachapelle, CEO of PECB. - July 10, 2016 - PECB
PECB Signs a Partnership Agreement with ABIUD Solutions
"We believe that our common work will be a long-term successful journey by providing ISO training courses in Cyprus. PECB is bound to offering qualitative services and objective evaluation,” said Eric Lachapelle, CEO of PECB. - July 09, 2016 - PECB
PECB Signs a Partnership Agreement with Maestria Conseils
“Maestria Conseils is committed to build and maintain upon healthy choices, therefore, we are very enthusiastic for this agreement and we promise we will provide our full-time services and best efforts on behalf of this partnership,” said Eric Lachapelle, CEO of PECB. - July 09, 2016 - PECB
SKILLSdox Rebrands Itself to betterU, Focuses on Holistic Growth of the Learner
Aims to Bridge the Prevailing Gap Between the Education and Employment Industry - July 08, 2016 - betterU Canada
Green Edge System Presents K12Viewer School Digital Signage, School Digital Menu Boards and MyPlate Dry Erase Boards at ANC 2016 SNA Conference
Green Edge Systems’ K12Viewer Digital Menu Boards and MyPlate Dry Erase Menu Board are creative and effective solutions to meet USDA's clear and simple directive to Schools: "Schools must identify, near or at the beginning of the serving line(s), the food items that constitute the unit-priced reimbursable school meal(s)”; Presenting at ANC 2016 SNA Conference in San Antonio, TX - July 08, 2016 - Green Edge Systems, Inc
Lifetime Member, Isyjean P. Korenek, Has Recently Been Recognized by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals as a Professional of the Year.
Isyjean P. Korenek of Rockdale, Texas, has recently been recognized by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals as a Professional of the Year 2016 for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Reading and Language Education. - July 08, 2016 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Home Buying Seminar Offers Tips Not Shown on TV
Phillyliving.com, a full service real estate group with Keller Williams in Center City, continues an ongoing commitment to education for both home buyers and sellers with a Sip n Learn Home Buying Seminar on July 14th. - July 07, 2016 - PhillyLiving.com
America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals’ Professional of the Year 2016, Doni-Jo Minor-Munro Has Now Been Selected to be Included in the Honor Roll
Doni-Jo Minor-Munro of Santa Maria, California, esteemed member of America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals has now been selected to be included in the Honor Roll for her accomplishments in the field of American Indian Education Programs. - July 07, 2016 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Texas Trust Credit Union Gives $100,000 to Support UTA Career Development Center
UTA will name the interview suite within its new Career Development Center the Texas Trust Interview Suite in recognition of the credit union's $100,000 gift to the university. - July 07, 2016 - Texas Trust Credit Union
Child Prodigy, Autumn de Forest, Returns to Stone Harbor, NJ
“Autumn de Forest – The Journey Continues” opens at Ocean Galleries on Friday, August 5 and runs through Sunday, August 7, 2016 from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM daily, with all artwork available for acquisition. Guests will have the opportunity to meet Autumn de Forest when she signs purchased artwork from 6:00 PM until 10:00 PM on Friday, August 5 and Saturday, August 6, and from 1:00 PM until 4:00 PM on Sunday, August 7. - July 07, 2016 - Ocean Galleries
FORE Announces MDP To Help Non-Finance Executives Build Finance Skills
The Program will also prepare them to appreciate how financial numbers make sense and in understanding in what way their decisions will affect the financial performance of the companies they represent. - July 07, 2016 - FORE School of Management
Baila Baila Spanish Through Music and Movement Opens in Santa Monica
Baila Baila is an innovative studio where parents and kids ages 0 to 5 can sing, dance and play while learning Spanish. - July 05, 2016 - Baila Baila
Orders & Medals Society of America Annual Convention in Pittsburgh, PA August 11-14, 2016
The annual convention of the Orders & Medals Society of America is coming to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania in about five weeks time. Commonly known as OMSA, members of the numismatic/ faleristic specialty group collect, research and preserve award medals of all kinds, military and civilian,... - July 02, 2016 - Orders & Medals Society of America
New Mexico Public Education Department Selects eScholar as Its Early Childhood Integrated Data System (ECIDS) Vendor
eScholar’s proven technologies will enable the system to promote accountability, measure outcomes of early learning programs, and support planning for early learning investments. - July 02, 2016 - eScholar
Teq AVIT Best of Show Winner – InfoComm 2016 for AV Technology
InfoComm 2016 was a successful show for Teq AVIT, who was awarded a Best of Show award for its AirPresent WiPS710-NET wireless presentation system. The announcement was made on Friday, June 10, the final day of InfoComm 2016. "In a crowded world of wireless AV collaboration devices, the Teq... - July 01, 2016 - Teq AVIT
Hazmat Training Comes to Macon
Environmental Resource Center, the leading provider of environmental and safety training, will present mandatory RCRA and DOT training in Macon, GA. - June 30, 2016 - Environmental Resource Center
Professional of the Year 2015 Denise Campbell Has Now Been Honored as a Lifetime VIP Member by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals
For her achievements and accomplishments in the field of Physical Therapy, Denise Campbell of Las Cruces, New Mexico was named Professional of the Year 2015 by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals. She is now honored as a Lifetime VIP Member. - June 30, 2016 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
PECB Signs a Partnership Agreement with TUV Certification Limited
"We believe that our common work will be a long-term successful journey by providing PECB training courses in Nigeria. PECB is bound to offering qualitative services and objective evaluation,” said Eric Lachapelle, CEO of PECB. - June 30, 2016 - PECB
SIIA Releases 2016 Vision K-20 Professional Learning Educator Survey Report
The Education Technology Industry Network (ETIN) of SIIA releases the 2016 Vision K-20 Professional Learning Survey Report, its ninth annual national K-20 educator survey and its first survey focusing on online professional learning (PL) The survey finds that educators from PreK-12 and higher... - June 30, 2016 - SIIA