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Ecotone Named in The Inc. 5000 List of America’s Fastest Growing Private Companies - Ecotone Included in Honor List as #15 Among Top Environmental Services Companies
Inc. Magazine has ranked ecological restoration firm, Ecotone as #1834 in the 36th annual Inc. 5000 list of America’s fastest growing private companies. Ecotone was also included in the Inc. 5000 Honors list as #15 amongst Top Environmental Services companies in the nation and as #24 amongst... - August 17, 2017 - Ecotone, Inc.
Lance Lorusso, Author of When Cops Kill and Blue News to Teach at Labor Relations Information System’s Public Safety Unions: Communication Issues in the 21st on August 17
LoRusso’s Presentation Will be Critical Incident Communications - August 17, 2017 - Lance LoRusso Books
National Bar Association President Announces Affiliate Chapters to Provide Pro Bono Legal Services
In response to Trump retracting denunciation of white supremacist responsibility for Charlottesville tragedy, members of the National Bar Association (NBA) will not remain silent in the face of the clear and present danger presented by an apparent sympathizer of the white nationalist movement in the White House. - August 16, 2017 - National Bar Association (NBA)
Leveraging IT Solutions to Advance Connected Health for Military and Government
DSI’s 13th DoD/VA and Gov Health IT Summit, beginning October 17th, 2017, will bring together senior level speakers and the Health IT community from DoD, VA, Federal Agencies, Industry, and Academia for an actionable discussion & dialogue amongst all in attendance, focusing on this year’s theme of, Leveraging IT Solutions to Advance Connected Health for Military and Government. - August 16, 2017 - Defense Strategies Institute
National Bar Association Statement as Trump Evolves on White Supremacy and Hate – Two Days Later
NBA President, Juan Thomas states, "Trump's evolution in his anti-white supremacy position leaves reasonable doubt as to the truth of his conviction." - August 15, 2017 - National Bar Association (NBA)
III% United Patriots of Virginia Condemns Political Violence
III% United Patriots of Virginia condemns political violence that happened at the Unite The Right Rally. - August 15, 2017 - 3UPVA
National Bar Association (NBA) Alarmed by the Sheer Depravity of the Actions of White Supremacists
The National Bar Association today issued the following statement about the tragic events which occurred in Charlottesville, VA. - August 14, 2017 - National Bar Association (NBA)
Juan R. Thomas Sworn in as 75th President of National Bar Association
Reigniting a commitment to civil rights and social justice in these precarious times at the center of new leader’s platform - August 12, 2017 - National Bar Association (NBA)
National Bar Association Congratulates Member Rosalyn Henderson Myers on Winning South Carolina Democratic Nomination
The National Bar Association congratulates NBA member Rosalyn Henderson Myers on her successful Democratic primary runoff campaign for the South Carolina House of Representatives. “As a friend and colleague, it provides me with great pleasure to personally congratulate Rosalyn on her... - August 11, 2017 - National Bar Association (NBA)
Drone Forensics Now Offered by ReStoring Data
ReStoring Data now offers drone forensic services to its list of offerings which already includes data recovery and digital forensics for computers and mobile phones. - August 10, 2017 - ReStoring Data Inc.
Satellite Internet Helps Transmit Vital Earthquake Warning Data
Satellite Internet helps transmit vital earthquake warning data. John Whitford Communications has contracted with the USGS to upgrade out of date earthquake monitoring sites in California. The sites are used for the earthquake early warning system. - August 09, 2017 - John Whitford Communications
2017 Annual Espionage Research Institute International (ERII) Counterespionage Conference
The 2017 ERII Annual Counterespionage Conference Will Convene TSCM, Counterintelligence and Counterespionage Professionals to Discuss Key Issues, View Equipment Demonstrations and Network with Colleagues on August 17-20, 2017 in Old Town Alexandria, Virginia. - August 09, 2017 - Espionage Research Institute International
Georgia Equality Endorses Alex Wan in Race for Atlanta City Council President
Wan again gains support of statewide organization as he seeks Atlanta’s second-highest office after two successful terms as a City Councilperson. - August 09, 2017 - Alex Wan for Atlanta
TACG, LLC Becomes First IAS Accredited Certification Body in Ohio
TACG Earns Distinguished IAS 17021 Accreditation, Becoming First IAS Certification Body in Ohio. - August 09, 2017 - TACG
Solvitur Systems LLC Awarded GSA IT Schedule 70 Contract
Solvitur Systems, LLC is pleased to announce that the firm has received a five year United States General Services Administration (GSA) schedule contract award, designating the company as an approved vendor on GSA’s IT Schedule 70. “This award broadens our ability to work with federal,... - August 08, 2017 - Solvitur Systems LLC
Guy E. Griscom, CAE Recognized as a Most Distinguished Retiree by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Guy E. Griscom, CAE of Conroe, Texas has been recognized as a Most Distinguished Retiree by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of county government services. About Guy E. Griscom, CAE Mr. Griscom is currently retired after... - August 05, 2017 - Strathmore Worldwide
Establishing Effective Insider Threat Programs to Protect Organizational Security
DSI’s 2017 Insider Threat Symposium will be held on October 10-11, 2017. Attendees will convene to discuss the efforts to develop insider threat programs across government agencies and private sector industry in order to provide them with the information and tools they need to identify, contain, and combat insider threats. - August 05, 2017 - Defense Strategies Institute
NGA Continues Efforts to Meet the Increasing Demand for Geospatial Imagery and Automation
DSI seeks to foster a conversation that will expound upon solutions to common challenges faced by agencies and organizations that use GEOINT data at the GEOINT & Open Source Analytics Summit. - August 05, 2017 - Defense Strategies Institute
North Korea Peace Initiative is Focus of Boston Global Forum at World Reconciliation Day Symposium 8:30-Noon, Sept. 9, Harvard University
Soft power authority Joseph Nye and Gov. Michael Dukakis will address scholars, business leaders and diplomats on the nuclear missile crisis posed by North Korea at the annual World Reconciliation Day Symposium, 8:30 AM to Noon, September 9th, Loeb House, Harvard University, 17 Quincy Street, Cambridge, Mass. - August 03, 2017 - The Boston Global Forum
Badger Truck Equipment Achieves NTEA’s MVP Membership Status
Badger Truck Equipment becomes part of NTEA’s Member Verification Program. - July 31, 2017 - Badger Truck Equipment
Pelzer for Congress Holds Announcement Rally
Pelzer: This is not the start of a political career--it’s the end of business as usual. - July 24, 2017 - Pelzer For Congress
Bipartisan Tribute to Veterans and Those Serving in Congress Was Smashing Success
Annual event features inspiring speakers -- and a song dedicated to U.S. Rep. Steve Scalise by world-renowned tenor Anthony Kearns. - July 24, 2017 - Fedewa Consulting
Huntsville Contractor Granted GSA Professional Services Schedule
Cepeda Systems & Software Analysis, Inc., a Huntsville-based government contracting company, was recently awarded a GSA Professional Services Schedule, allowing them to be considered a preferred vendor for federal agencies looking for commercial professional services. - July 24, 2017 - Cepeda Systems & Software Analysis, Inc.
Small Town Mayor Seeks New Businesses to Take Part in Economic Development Process
Mayor Williams of White Castle, La wants to work with businesses to secure funding for the purchase of existing empty buildings and offer incentives to bring in doughnut shops, bakeries, coffee shops, upscale lofts, apartments, retail centers, shopping malls, and most importantly mentoring programs for the youth. - July 22, 2017 - Town of White Castle
Attivio and ACIS Consulting Announce Partnership to Deliver Next Generation Cognitive Search Solutions in Canada
Strategic partnership formed to jointly deliver business solutions that enable enterprises to maximize value from their data assets for competitive advantage and enhanced employee productivity. - July 21, 2017 - ACIS Consulting Inc.
OSD, USAF, CIA and U.S. Army Convene at Cyber Operations for National Defense Symposium
On August 2 & 3 senior government personnel overseeing the nation’s cyber operations will convene in Alexandria, VA, for two days of sessions discussing top mission priorities, future initiatives and briefings to industry at Defense Strategies Institute’s “town hall”... - July 20, 2017 - Defense Strategies Institute
TRI-COR Industries (TCI) Awarded GSA 8(a) STARS II GWAC
TRI-COR Industries, Inc. (TCI), a leading provider of enterprise information technology solutions, announces that it has been awarded a GSA 8(a) STARS II Government Wide Acquisition (GWAC), with a $10B program ceiling, with a five-year base period and one five-year option; through its Joint... - July 19, 2017 - TRI-COR Industries
Global Keynote Speaker Holly Dowling Leads Session at United Nations Foundation Leadership Summit
World-renowned speaker joins United Nations Foundation to support advocacy for girls and women worldwide. - July 19, 2017 - Holly Dowling
Longtime State Rep. Managing Atlanta City Council President Campaign
Atlanta native Doug Teper to serve as campaign manager for Alex Wan, who is running for Atlanta City Council President. www.AlexWanForAtlanta.com - July 18, 2017 - Alex Wan for Atlanta
Iran Recognizes Women's Rights and Opens Motorcycle Track to Female Riders
After decades of banning women from riding motorbikes in public, Iran will finally allow women to race on a public track. - July 17, 2017 - Tavak Partners
Full Agenda Released for GEOINT and Open Source Analytics Summit
Defense Strategies Institute’s 2nd GEOINT & Open Source Analytics Summit Agenda has now been released. - July 13, 2017 - Defense Strategies Institute
Continued Strong Financial Backing for Alex Wan’s Atlanta City Council President Campaign
Two-term City Councilperson Alex Wan draws support from broad cross-section of residents across Atlanta in bid for City’s second-highest office. - July 10, 2017 - Alex Wan for Atlanta
Larry G. Floren, LTC (R) USA, Multi Functional Logistician Honored as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Larry G. Floren of Colorado Springs, Colorado has been honored as a Professional of the Year for 2017 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for his outstanding contributions and achievements for over 30 years in the fields of aerospace and defense. About Larry G. Floren, LTC (R) USA,... - June 30, 2017 - Strathmore Worldwide
Worried About That New Healthcare Plan? Canada’s Got You Covered - Literally. Leave Your Woes Behind; Northwestern Ontario is Waiting for You.
Politics got you down? Or maybe you’re just looking for a superior lifestyle with affordable housing, unlimited access to nature and free healthcare? Northwestern Ontario in Canada invites you to find a new home here. Remember during the 2016 Election Night when the search “how to move... - June 28, 2017 - MovetoNWOntario.ca
Collier County Hazardous Materials Collection Center Gets LED Lighting Makeover
After thoroughly vetting LED lighting suppliers and manufacturers, Collier County’s Hazardous Materials Collection Center public utility division officials chose Florida-based LED Corporations LED Lighting to help complete the task. - June 28, 2017 - LED Corporations
Access to Advanced Materials for Defense Briefings from Leaders at RDECOM, ODASD's Maintenance Policy and Programs, U.S. Army Research Laboratory and More
DSI’s Advanced Materials Summit will focus on the efforts to develop and integrate technology-based options for advanced materials and manufacturing processes that drastically alter the affordability, survivability, lifecycle cost, and readiness capabilities to maintain current, and propel future U.S. Defensive capabilities. - June 28, 2017 - Defense Strategies Institute
KEMP 360 Central Comes to Microsoft Azure Government
Centralized Management and Monitoring Platform Compliments Virtual LoadMaster, one of the industry’s Azure-Certified FIPS 140-2 Application Delivery Controller (ADC) - June 27, 2017 - Kemp
HeadBlade Loves the Men and Women Who Shave and Protect
Proceeds of Limited Edition Models All Go to First Responders and Military. - June 27, 2017 - Todd Greene
NGA to Join Army, Air Force, NASIC and DHS at Upcoming GEOINT & Open Source Analytics Summit
DSI is pleased to announce the 2nd GEOINT and Open Source Analytics Summit, occuring on September 19-20, 2017, at the Mary M Gates Learning Center in Alexandria, VA. This summit will bring together US military commands, government agencies, academia, and technology providers for the opportunity to have an in-depth conversation about the future of open-source technologies in the GEOINT landscape. - June 26, 2017 - Defense Strategies Institute
Cyber Institute Travels to Paris to Partner with United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)
The Cyber Institute announced that Summer 2017 will be focused on its international initiatives. Andrew Vance, Executive Director of the Center for Cyber Risk Research and Policy at the Cyber Institute, said, “Our nonprofit currently participates with European partners through the North... - June 23, 2017 - Cyber Institute
Concealed Carry Weapons Training for Elected Officials
As a community service and in the interest of promoting firearm safety, In-Gauge of Polk County, a private, non-profit, NRA affiliated club specializing in firearm training will be conducting specialized concealed carry/handgun safety training for elected officials and political candidates. - June 22, 2017 - In-Gauge of Polk County
UK Space Agency Chief Executive to Present Special Host Nation Address at Global MilSatCom 2017
Dr Graham Turntock to close the 3-day conference with special host nation address this November. - June 22, 2017 - SAE Media Group
Defence Exports 2017: 4 Exclusive Workshops from BAE, Global Legal Services, SECURUS and the US Department of Commerce
SMi Group’s 12th annual Defence Exports Conference, taking place on the 27th & 28th of September in Rome, will showcase 4 exclusive workshops that will highlight best practice for complying with export controls and regulations led by key sector experts. Pre-conference workshops on... - June 21, 2017 - SAE Media Group
The President is Missing in Paris and a Dynamic Heroine Leaps Into Action in New Political Thriller
In "The Paris Plot," a nail-biting debut thriller by Joseph Aragon, the unthinkable becomes plausible when an American president goes missing after he is targeted for war crimes by a powerful French magistrate. Only Isabella "Izzy" Stone, a heroic Secret Service agent in charge... - June 20, 2017 - Joseph Aragon
CUE Offers Membership Promotion to Celebrate 40 Years
CUE is now offering free memberships to celebrate the organization’s 40-year anniversary in 2018. The promotion reduces the annual dues and is CUE’s way of thanking its members for forty years of inspiring innovative learners. Interested educators can access the CUE website and sign up for a one-year membership. - June 20, 2017 - CUE
Lance LoRusso, Author of When Cops Kill, Peacemaking and Blue News to Speak at FBI’s Law Enforcement Executive Development Seminar (LEEDS) on June 14th
LoRusso’s Presentation Will be When Cops Kill: Leading Your Agency Through A Critical Incident. - June 09, 2017 - Lance LoRusso Books
Berkeley Press Releases New Book, "The Armenian Lobby & U.S. Foreign Policy," by Raoul Lowery Contreras
The first of its kind to be published in the United States, this book offers a meticulous assessment of the Armenian lobby’s inner workings, as well as its achievements and failures. These observations will add to the growing amount of literature on the impact of ethnic lobbies in American politics. - June 07, 2017 - Berkeley Press
Leading the Fight Against Opioid Addiction
Kentucky State Senator Alice Forgy Kerr is leading the way in fighting against opioid addiction and abuse. - June 07, 2017 - DisposeRX
MediConnect to Take Part in Military Hiring Fair at 2017 Pittsburgh Expo with the Pittsburgh Pirates
MediConnect is honored to take part in the 2017 Pittsburgh Expo with the Pittsburgh Pirates, a military hiring fair that is part of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation’s Hiring Our Heroes initiative. The event is set to take place on Friday, June 16th from 9:30am-2pm at PNC Park in... - June 07, 2017 - MediConnect
Delivering EW and Cyber Capabilities for Multi-Domain Operations at 3rd Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations Summit – Free to Government/Military
On June 20 & 21, 2017, senior leaders within DoD, Military Services, Federal Agencies, Industry and Academia will convene at Defense Strategies Institute’s 3rd Annual Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations Summit. With the central theme of “Delivering EW and Cyber Capabilities for Multi-Domain Operations,” the educational summit will consist of two days of senior level briefings and informal discussions in a "Town Hall" setting. - June 07, 2017 - Defense Strategies Institute