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Odyne Systems, LLC Featured in 2015 Ford Alternative Fuel Buyers Guide
Odyne is a Ford Qualified Vehicle Modifier That Meets Ford Standards for Alternative Fuel Vehicles - January 27, 2015 - Odyne Systems, LLC
Capita Conferences Announce Their Multi-Agency Information Sharing Conference
With data sharing proving to be a key enabler for cross-organisational initiatives and integrated services, it is essential to understand best practice to reduce costs, eliminate duplication, improve outcomes and avoid delayed responses to crisis cases. The national Multi-Agency Information... - January 21, 2015 - Capita Conferences
Capita Conferences Announce Their Tackling Tenancy Fraud Conference
Local authorities now have enhanced powers of investigation and can compel certain private sector organisations to provide them with key information. The 4th Tackling Tenancy Fraud Conference will provide crucial advice on how to utilise these new powers, bringing together leading experts and... - January 21, 2015 - Capita Conferences
Odyne Systems, LLC Approved for Drive Clean Chicago Alternative Fuel Vehicle Voucher Program
Program Covers 80% of Incremental Costs of Hybrid and Electric Vehicles - January 20, 2015 - Odyne Systems, LLC
Adapt Software India Launches a New Version of Project Management System for SharePoint
Adapt Software India, a leading provider of SharePoint based Applications and Services, today announced the release of new version 1.2 of Project Management System for SharePoint. The latest version can be deployed either On-Premise or on Microsoft cloud including O365. In this release, Adapt has “improved task management” and “introduced an additional module for risk management.” - January 17, 2015 - Adapt Software Pvt. Ltd.
Crazy Diamond Performance Inc., to Offer a Dedicated CNG Vehicle and Refueling Unit as a Package
Crazy Diamond Performance Inc. (CDP) is pleased to offer BRC FuelMaker® technology, packaged with its Advanced Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) vehicle retro-fit systems. - January 16, 2015 - Crazy Diamond Performance Inc.
New Specialist Commercial Mortgage Comparison Site Launched
A new specialist commercial mortgage comparison service has been launched offering small to large businesses the ability to compare business mortgage products and find the best rates, LTV's and benefits to suit their needs. - January 14, 2015 - Commercial Mortgage Link
Thursby’s PKard for Good Secures Key Mobile Workflows with Smart Card Two-Factor Authentication
Thursby Software Systems, Inc. has released PKard® for Good v2.0, a secure version of its PKard Pro application developed on the Good Dynamics® Secure Mobility Platform. PKard for Good integrates with the Good Dynamics Platform so that it can leverage an additional level of security found... - January 14, 2015 - Thursby Software Systems, Inc.
Odyne Systems, LLC Enhances System Engineering and Support Focus
New Patents, Technical Staff Appointments Support Continued Industry Leadership - January 13, 2015 - Odyne Systems, LLC
Jeff H. Eckland, Partner, Eckland & Blando LLP to Speak at the Knowledge Group’s Compliance Programs for Government Contractors in 2015 Explored Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Jeff H. Eckland, Partner, Eckland & Blando LLP will speak at the Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “Compliance Programs for Government... - January 13, 2015 - The Knowledge Group
Weidlinger’s Dr. Mohammed Ettouney Receives National Institute of Building Sciences Honor Award
Ettouney was recognized for his “exceptional contribution to the nation and the building community.” - January 10, 2015 - Weidlinger Associates, Inc.
Onpoint Manufacturing Brings Jobs Back to America Through On-Demand Mass Customization
OnPoint Manufacturing, a Performance HealthCare Products company, today announced the launch of its high-tech apparel manufacturing facility in Florence, Alabama. The new plant helps brings jobs back to the United States through technical innovations that drive costs down, and speed and quality... - January 08, 2015 - OnPoint Manufacturing
LEAP Organizations Wish D.C. Citizens a Happy, Healthy New Year, and Show Support for New Mayor
LEAP, LLC, and LEAP Foundation DC start the New Year leading by example, by encouraging D.C. citizens to commit to fitness alongside the new Washington D.C. Mayor, Muriel Bowser. - January 05, 2015 - LEAP LLC
IR Defense Corporation Answers the Call for a Low Cost, Military Grade Thermal Monocular. Introducing the World’s Most Cost Effective 640x480 Resolution Thermal Monocular
IR Defense Corporation today announced the worldwide release of the IR Patrol family of thermal monoculars ( http://www.irdefense.com/irp-main.html ). The world’s best priced, 640x480, military grade monocular combines the high quality BAE thermal core with advanced electronics in a rugged,... - December 24, 2014 - IR Defense Corporation
National Hemophilia Foundation Statement on Donor Deferral Policy Change and National Blood Monitoring System Established
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced today they are revising the current blood donor deferral policy for men who have sex with men (MSM) from a lifetime ban to a one-year deferral and implementing a national blood surveillance monitoring system. “The policy announced today... - December 23, 2014 - National Hemophilia Foundation
Coville Recruits Nicholas Pence to Key Business Development Role
Nick Pence will join the vertically-integrated domestic provider of innovative knits and apparel on January 1, 2015 to manage current fabric, garment and Coville Brands customers and seek new business opportunities. - December 19, 2014 - Coville Inc.
Chabad of Melbourne CBD Lights Menorah at Parliament of Victoria
Victorian Premier joins Rabbi Chaim Herzog to join Chanukah Festivities at Parliament House. - December 17, 2014 - Chabad of Melbourne CBD
LTG Raymond Palumbo to Keynote Defense Strategies Institute's 2015 Automated ISR Symposium
Defense Strategies Institute is pleased to announce the dates of its 3rd annual Automated ISR Symposium taking place February 24-25, 2015 in Alexandria, VA. - December 12, 2014 - Defense Strategies Institute
Los Angeles Department of Water and Power Checks Off Bucket List Item: Receives the First Odyne Hybrid System Equipped Truck in California
Truck Delivered in Conjunction with the South Coast Air Quality Management District - December 09, 2014 - Odyne Systems, LLC
US Fire Journal Expanding to Podcasting
US Fire Journal, the leading firefighter website devoted to thoughtful commentary will begin a new podcast dedicated to thoughtfully discussing issues of importance to first responders. - December 09, 2014 - US Fire Journal
Washington D.C. Says Goodbye to Its "Mayor for Life"
Along with the rest of the nation, LEAP, LLC, and LEAP Foundation remember and mourn the loss of Former D.C. Mayor Marion Barry. - December 06, 2014 - LEAP LLC
Dr. Clayton Lawrence Testifies at Mayor-Elect Bowser’s Public Engagement Forum
This week, Dr. Clayton Lawrence was invited to speak at a public engagement forum to provide insight into key areas of concern for the health and wellness of D.C. citizens as a new mayoral administration takes office. - December 06, 2014 - LEAP LLC
First Live Video Streaming Over Inmarsat Global Xpress Passes with Flying Colors
First successful live video streaming transmission over Inmarsat's Global Xpress Ka-band satellite service with SD and HD video up to 4Mbps. - December 05, 2014 - Network Innovations
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Lee Charles Fearon
Lee Charles Fearon, of Kennewick, Washington, has recently been recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Chemistry. - December 05, 2014 - Strathmore Who's Who
Announcement of a New Book Release Titled "Arpaio De Facto Lawman" as Authored by One of His Top Commanders
A new book authored by one of Arpaio's top chiefs. The author gives a tell all candid insight into the life of this controversial sheriff. A must read for all that are interested in the current politics of this man. - December 04, 2014 - E Travel LLC
Local Governments Across the Country Are Meeting the Mandate for Operational Excellence Through Applications of the Theory of Constraints
In 2014, at the TOCICO International Conference in Washington DC, Kevin Fox presented an overview of the significant impact of the improvement projects he has led in the states of Utah, Hawaii and Texas, each of which has led to the wide-scale adoption of Theory of Constraints (TOC) principles in those states. The implementations have led to high levels of operational excellence and saved local governments millions of dollars. - December 03, 2014 - TOCICO
AFG Group Awarded 5-Year Construction Management BPA by GSA Region 4
The U.S. General Services Administration Region 4 awarded AFG Group a 5-year Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for construction management services across Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina and Tennessee. Projects will involve Federal office buildings, courthouses, border stations, and laboratories. - December 01, 2014 - AFG Group, Inc.
ISEA to Honor Christine Branche of NIOSH with Distinguished Service Award
The International Safety Equipment Association (ISEA) will honor Christine Branche, Ph.D., the Principal Associate Director and the Director of the Office of Construction Safety and Health for the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), within the Centers for Disease Control... - November 27, 2014 - International Safety Equipment Association
Leon Churchill Discusses the Hurdles That City Managers Often Face
Few jobs are as challenging as being a city manager, which entails overseeing an area’s facilities and resources so that local officials can focus their attention on passing and implementing laws. - November 27, 2014 - Leon Churchill
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.
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
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.
Alena Shautsova, New York Immigration Lawyer, Comments on New NYC Legislation Restricting Enforceability of ICE Detainers
Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has power to detain and remove persons without valid immigration status. Most of the cases are referred to ICE by local agencies. New York City decided to stop this practice by adopting legislation limiting the cooperation between NYC agencies and ICE. - November 18, 2014 - Law Office of Alena Shautsova
Revolutionary New Drug Detection Field Test, Instantly Detects All Illicit Drugs Using Amphetamines
Drug Lab 118 Ltd, has launched a unique and patented drug test which can instantly detect the presence of all amphetamines used in the production most illicit substances and designer drugs where an amine is present. - November 18, 2014 - DRUG LAB 118
Palo Alto Partners with Buildingeye to Launch an Online Tool That Displays Daily Updates of Planning Applications
The City of Palo Alto has partnered with Buildingeye to launch a new interactive online tool that allows citizens & business owners to see what new planning applications are proposed for their neighborhood, as well as view a description and map. - November 14, 2014 - Buildingeye Inc.
EmergiTech IP9-1-1 Software Selected as 2014 “Hot Product” by APCO
Software features text messaging capability for 9-1-1 call centers. - November 13, 2014 - EmergiTech, Inc.
Douglas Davison, Partner, WilmerHale to Speak at the Knowledge Group’s Enforcement: Government Agencies Perspectives in 2014 Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Douglas Davison, Partner, WilmerHale will speak at the Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “Enforcement: Government Agencies Perspectives in 2014... - November 12, 2014 - The Knowledge Group
Elizabeth P. Gray, Partner, Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP to Speak at the Knowledge Group’s Enforcement: Government Agencies Perspectives in 2014 Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Elizabeth P. Gray, Partner, Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP will be the keynote speaker at the Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “Enforcement:... - November 12, 2014 - The Knowledge Group
“Government Sales Boot Camp: Best Practices for Success,” an Upcoming Class from the Government Contracting Institute
Attendees learn valuable strategies for working effectively with the Federal Government to see more success in contracting at “Government Sales Boot Camp: Best Practices for Success.” - November 09, 2014 - Government Contracting Institute
Milholland Solar & Electric Joins Industry Leaders in Growing California’s Solar Industry
Milholland Solar & Electric (DVOB), a 25 year old family owned & operated Solar Power & Electrical Contractor joins the California Solar Energy Industries Association. - November 04, 2014 - Milholland Solar & Electric
A Successful Year for the Huntington Beach City Attorney’s Office
The Office of the Huntington Beach City Attorney releases its 2013/14 Annual Report. - November 02, 2014 - Committee to Re-Elect Jennifer McGrath City Attorney
Odyne Participated in All-Fuels Super Session at the 2014 Green Fleet Conference & Expo, October 29 in Schaumburg, IL
President and CEO Joe Dalum was one of six Fuel Ambassadors in discussion of fuel types. - October 30, 2014 - Odyne Systems, LLC
Six Trucks Featuring Odyne Plug-in Hybrid Systems Delivered to Consumers Energy
Order Includes First System Powering an Under Deck Boss Compressor Truck - October 29, 2014 - Odyne Systems, LLC
Robert Renteria, Jim Oberweis, Make Impact in Chicago Schools
Books infuse purpose in the lives of Chicago and suburban youth. - October 27, 2014 - eMediaCampaigns!
Capita Conferences Announce Details of Their 6th Annual Road Safety - Reducing Casualties Through Education, Engineering and Enforcement Conference
A One Day National Conference: Monday 26th January 2015 – Central London - October 27, 2014 - Capita Conferences
Blue Light Services Collaboration
Wednesday 28th January 2015 - Central London With successful bidders for transformation fund announced in the autumn and insightful learnings now available from existing collaboration programmes, Capita Conferences’ Blue Light Services Collaboration Conference comes at a critical time to... - October 24, 2014 - Capita Conferences
Colleges Switching to Innovative Student Loan Counseling from iGrad
Students increase knowledge retention with video-based trend. - October 22, 2014 - iGrad
Unbound Medicine Delivers Latest Ebola Guidelines to Mobile Devices Worldwide - Up-To-Date Recommendations Now Downloadable in Free Relief Central™ App
Unbound Medicine, a leader in knowledge management solutions for health care, today announced the release of Ebola Guidelines, a new resource available as part of the free Relief Central™ mobile app. Ebola Guidelines consolidates and organizes the latest diagnosis, management, and prevention... - October 22, 2014 - Unbound Medicine
Families Devastated by Physician Negligence Protest Lack of Accountability
The Coalition for Physician and Surgeon Oversight (CPSO.co) invites all interested parties to join them at 8:30 a.m. on Monday Oct 20, in front of 80 College St, the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO) building. From there the group will walk to Queen’s Park to protest Ontario’s lack of accountability for malpractice, and to demand change. - October 18, 2014 - Coalition for Physician and Surgeon Oversight (CPSO.co)
Senator Ron Johnson Scheduled to Visit Waukesha Food Connection
Senator Ron Johnson will visit the Waukesha Food Connection at True Life Church this Friday, October 17, from 4 to 5p.m., according to a church official. Senator Johnson plans to speak with families in need and help volunteer handing out food. - October 15, 2014 - True Life Church