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AFG Group Receives CMAA Metro NY/NJ Project of the Year Award for M/W/DBE Firms
AFG Group is honored to receive Project of the Year Award from the Association’s CMAA Metro NY/NJ Chapter. The award recognizes AFG’s outstanding Construction Management practices for an $8.8 million interior renovation on the Brooklyn Municipal Building, serving NYC Department of Finance. - June 24, 2014 - AFG Group, Inc.
Richmond Tax Solutions Presents Second Chance Consulting's 1st Annual Bowling Fundraiser
Richmond Tax Solutions and Second Chance Consulting are having their 1st Annual Bowling Fundraiser at King Pin Lanes in Midlothian, VA on July 12th 2014. All profits will go to help enroll more kids in the King Pin Saturday Youth Bowling League that will give our inner-city youth a chance to participate in a "non-traditional" sport. The goal is to help these kids belong to something positive and keep them off the streets. It lasts 32 weeks plus they receive lunch, prizes, scholarships and more. - June 23, 2014 - Whitewood Tax Solutions
Military Products, Inc. Announces Corporate Membership to Association of the United States Army (AUSA)
Military Products, Inc. is proud to announce its new corporate membership to the Association of the United States Army (AUSA) the Braxton Bragg Chapter. Having a corporate membership will provide the company a gateway to get to know and better support the men and women fighting for this country. - June 22, 2014 - Military Products Inc
Storage Made Easy Enterprise File Share and Sync Solution is Now Available on the UK Government Cloud
Vehera LTD, trading as Storage Made Easy has been accepted as a supplier on the UK Government G-Cloud initiative. - June 20, 2014 - Storage Made Easy
To-Increase Joins Microsoft GovCon Alliance to Support Vision of Compliance and Agility for Government Contractors
Project-driven government contractors gain comprehensive Microsoft Dynamics AX ERP solution that enables regulatory compliance, process optimization, and efficient business management. - June 18, 2014 - To-Increase
Transforming Rehabilitation to Reduce Reoffending Conference Announced by Capita Conferences - 17 September, London
Transforming Rehabilitation to Reduce Reoffending 17 September - Central London With major transformation to rehabilitation and offender services outlined in the Offender Rehabilitation Act, including the introduction of Community Rehabilitation Companies, understanding and preparing for these... - June 16, 2014 - Capita Conferences
Odyne Systems, LLC Showcased Plug-in Hybrid Systems on Early DOE Award Trucks at 2014 EUFMC
Vehicles Are Among the First of 120 to be Delivered in 2014 Under $45.4 Million DOE Award. - June 11, 2014 - Odyne Systems, LLC
Cerakote Gen II Coatings: Reduced Weapons Visual-IR Signature Detection
Cerakote Gen II Coatings: Reduced Weapons Visual-IR Signature Detection Full Technical Report. - June 11, 2014 - NIC Industries, Inc.
Eldon J. Brunner Has Recently Been Recognized by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Eldon J. Brunner of Reddick, Illinois has been recognized by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals for his contributions and achievements as “A Legend in the Nuclear Power Industry” for 2013. Most recently, he has been selected as Industry Leader of the Month for both April and May 2014. - June 11, 2014 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
EU Climate Innovation Initiative Climate-KIC Kicks-Off First Activities in Sweden at Chalmers University of Technology
Climate-KIC, the EU’s main climate innovation initiative, is set to kick-off its activities in Sweden this week with a conference at Chalmers University of Technology in Gothenburg. Climate-KIC’s expansion into Sweden comes as it is scaling up its presence across Europe this year. The organisation has recently unveiled a series of new climate change related innovation programmes worth over €100 million. - June 10, 2014 - Climate-KIC
Historian Manuel Rosa Claims Haitian Shipwreck is Not Columbus’s Santa Maria
New claims that the shipwreck found off the Northern coast of Haiti is Columbus’s famous Santa Maria flagship are allegedly not accurate according to the documentation. - June 08, 2014 - Association Cristovao Colon
Capita Conferences Release Details of Their Annual Sheltered Housing Conference
A One Day National Conference - Monday 29th September 2014 – Central London - June 08, 2014 - Capita Conferences
IBFD and Partners Hold the 3rd Asian Tax Authorities Symposium in Jakarta, Indonesia
The 3rd Asian Tax Authorities Symposium (ATAS) was held in Jakarta, Indonesia on 4 and 5 June 2014. This year’s theme was “Broadening the Revenue Base, Narrowing the Tax Gap.” ATAS brings together key personnel from Tax Policy and Tax Administration to discuss international tax issues and developments, and their impact on the Asia-Pacific region. - June 07, 2014 - IBFD
TransGuardian Platinum Sponsor at Pasadena Rose Bowl Gold Rush Seminar
TransGuardian was a Platinum Sponsor of the Fifth Annual Gold Rush Seminar and Vendor Show at the Pasadena Rose Bowl, with special guest speaker Patrick R. Donahoe, Postmaster General of the United States Postal Service. Wells Fargo Insurance, TransGuardian’s broker for small parcel... - June 06, 2014 - TransGuardian, Inc.
Rentricity Completes City of Barre In-Pipe Hydro Energy Recovery System
Innovative 12 kilowatt installation manages pressure while creating clean electricity within drinking water solid pipe infrastructure. - June 06, 2014 - Rentricity Inc.
Whitewood Solutions Has Teamed Up with Liberty Tax Service to Change the Franchised Tax Industry Across the Country
Whitewood Solutions announced their new tax resolution program to the franchise owners of Liberty Tax at Liberty’s Annual Convention in Virginia Beach on May 30, 2014. This new program will position Liberty as an innovator in the tax industry by being among the first "Full Service Tax Help Franchises" in the country. Whitewood is excited to be able to support Liberty Tax on their quest to dominate the tax preparation industry in 2014 and beyond. - June 03, 2014 - Whitewood Tax Solutions
DUECO Inc. Names Judie Taylor CEO and Marikris Coryell COO
DUECO, Inc., the largest privately owned provider of Terex Utilities and Terex® Hi-Ranger bucket trucks, digger derricks, cranes, stringing and tension equipment, and utility trailers in the country, has named President, Judie Taylor as President and Chief Executive Officer. Marikris Coryell,... - June 02, 2014 - Dueco, Inc.
Defense Strategies Institute Releases After Action Report Following Automated ISR Symposium
Defense Strategies Institute has released findings from the 2014 Automated ISR Symposium which took place in February of 2014. Critical issues were discussed along with potential solutions from leaders in the Intelligence Community. - June 02, 2014 - Defense Strategies Institute
IBFD Launches the Global Tax Treaty Commentaries, the First Digital Global Commentary of Its Kind to Assist in the Analysis of Tax Treaties
IBFD introduces the Global Tax Treaty Commentaries, the authoritative source for analysis of tax treaty practices across the globe. This unique online publication is authored by world-class academics and tax professionals. - May 26, 2014 - IBFD
Capita Conferences Announce Their Third Sector Commissioning Conference – 25th June 2014 – Central London
The conference focuses on improving partnerships working with the third sector to enable the most effective delivery of services, with both financial and social benefits. - May 23, 2014 - Capita Conferences
EOD/IED & Countermine Training Series Announced
Advancing EOD, IED & Countermine Capabilities Force Structure within a New Environment. - May 21, 2014 - Defense Strategies Institute
CSU Industries Achieves ISO 9001:2008 Certification Renewal
CSU Industries, Inc., one of the world’s fastest growing IT Support Services providers, announced today that they have once again achieved certification for the ISO 9001:2008 quality standard. After completing independent audits, CSU is proud to be among a select few companies who have passed... - May 20, 2014 - CSU Industries
Shoals Technologies Group and American Helios Constructors Partner to Provide Largest U.S. Army Base PV Project
Shoals Technologies Group, the leading manufacturer of PV Balance of Systems components, today announced it has been awarded the contract to provide 17.5 MW of ground mount racking to the Fort Huachuca U.S. Army Base. Chattanooga, Tennessee based American Helios Constructors will serve as the EPC for the project. - May 17, 2014 - Shoals Technologies Group
Over €100 Million for Climate Change Innovation Programmes Announced in Europe
Climate-KIC to unveil multimillion investment for long-term programmes at European Business Summit. - May 14, 2014 - Climate-KIC
Odyne Systems LLC Introduces Advanced Export Power System to Provide Clean, Stationary Electrical Power from the Vehicle
Odyne’s Advanced Export Power System Replaces Dedicated Generators on Trucks - May 14, 2014 - Odyne Systems, LLC
Youth Civic Summit-Educating Youth of Their Legal Rights
Glory to Glory Ministries is hosting a Youth Civic Summit, a seminar geared towards young people in order to educate them on their rights, responsibilities, and suggested strategies for getting through potential confrontations calmly and safely. All youth (ages 11-18) and parent are invited to the seminar. - May 13, 2014 - Glory to Glory Ministries
Capita Conferences Announce Their Early Years Provision Event - 4th July, London
This national Early Years Provision Conference explores the recent developments in policy and practice around improving the quality and range of early years provision - May 10, 2014 - Capita Conferences
Concert to Benefit “I Didn’t Do It” – Documentary Film on Elvis Impersonator Kevin Curtis, Innocent Victim of Ricin Arrest
Tribute Performer Returns to the Stage to Headline Benefit Funding the Documentary; “The Kevin Curtis: F.B.I.O.U. A Ricin Roll Concert” Takes the Stage on May 15 at the Lyric Oxford in Oxford, MS - May 09, 2014 - Velvet Ditch Productions
Odyne Systems, LLC Taps John Deere Electronic Solutions Inverters to Drive Electric Motors for Quiet, Efficient Work Sites
Same System that Powers John Deere Equipment, Provides Power to Drive Electric Motors with Engine Off in the Odyne System, Delivering Zero Emission, Fuel Efficient Performance. - May 07, 2014 - Odyne Systems, LLC
Altchiler LLC and Robert Altchiler Secure a Dismissal of Indictment and All Charges Against Poker-Playing Lawyer Ralph Pecorale
Altchiler LLC and Robert Altchiler Secured a Complete Dismissal of All Charges Against Its Client Ralph Pecorale, Rendering the prosecution and case against Pecorale a Nullity. - May 06, 2014 - Altchiler LLC
Odyne Systems, LLC Partners with Allison Transmission’s California Distributor, Valley Power Systems, Inc., for Plug-In Hybrid Installations
Valley Power to Install Odyne Plug-In Hybrid Systems in New Trucks and Retrofit to Existing Trucks Under Programs with CalStart and the Electric Power Research Institute - May 05, 2014 - Odyne Systems, LLC
RPAMS to Debut Two All New Innovative Vehicle Systems During SOFIC
RP Advanced Mobile Systems (RPAMS) and World of Powersports, Inc will be exhibiting at SOFIC 2014 in Tampa from 20-22 May, 2014. Included in the exhibit will be two innovative vehicle systems developed by RPAMS along with end to end sustainment and training solutions from World of Powersports. - May 04, 2014 - MilitaryAtv.com
Experience the New Capital Safety Website
Designed to be simpler, more impactful for an enhanced experience. - May 04, 2014 - Capital Safety Group Asia Pte Ltd
Odyne Systems, LLC Named a 2014 IQ Innovation Quotient Award Winner by Biz Times Magazine
Company’s Unique Plug-In Hybrid System for Medium- and Heavy-Duty Trucks Recognized. - May 01, 2014 - Odyne Systems, LLC
Capita Announce Details of Their Tackling Unemployment Conference
While the Office for National Statistics have found that UK unemployment has fallen, jobless levels remain high. The National Tackling Unemployment Conference comes at a crucial time to help you focus on removing the barriers to employment for vulnerable groups struggling to secure sustainable long-term employment. - May 01, 2014 - Capita Conferences
Capita Announce Details of Their Emergency Planning Conference
The Emergency Planning conference comes at a time when the United Kingdom has faced severe flooding and storms affecting infrastructure, businesses and communities’ safety providing national perspectives from the Environment Agency, Department for Communities and Local Government (DCLG) and Met Office. - May 01, 2014 - Capita Conferences
Capita Announce Details of Their Welfare Reform in Wales Conference
Developed after consultation with key individuals from across the Welsh public sector, their Welfare Reform in Wales conference comes amid continuing efforts towards increasing conditionality in the provision of welfare support, introduction of Universal Credit and Personal Independence Payments and the administration of Housing Benefit and the Benefit Cap. - May 01, 2014 - Capita Conferences
Innovative Flood Barrier Demonstration in Davenport, IA
The City of Davenport and the International Erosion Control Association are hosting an outdoor demonstration of a newer flood protection barrier called Big Bags USA. - April 30, 2014 - DRIPS, LLC
Kirk's Consulting Services, LLC Will Host a Series of Comprehensive Grant Proposal Development and Readiness Workshops in Southwest Florida
Kirk's Consulting Services of Fort Myers, FL will offer a comprehensive summer series of grant proposal development and grant funding research workshops for community and faith-based organizations and the general public in Southwest Florida. These workshops will teach specific skills needed to find and successfully secure grant funding, and will educate and empower staff and volunteers to aid in improving their organizations and communities likelihood of success. - April 30, 2014 - Kirk's Consulting Services, LLC
Odyne Systems, LLC Awarded $776,000 Agreement by Electric Power Research Institute Under a California Energy Commission Grant to Retrofit Trucks
Program to Retrofit Large Trucks with Odyne Plug-In Hybrid Systems will be Performed under California Energy Commission Grant ARV-11-013 with the Electric Power Research Institute. - April 30, 2014 - Odyne Systems, LLC
Meteorite Expert Geoff Notkin Speaking at Two Major Space Conferences in May
California is home to two of the biggest and best space-themed conferences in the country, and world-renowned meteorite expert Geoff Notkin has been asked to speak at both of them this May. An author, adventurer, and award-winning television show host, Notkin is best known as star of the... - April 30, 2014 - Aerolite Meteorites, LLC
Odyne Systems, LLC Has Been Named a 2014 Eureka Innovation Award Winner by the Milwaukee Business Journal
Company’s Unique Plug-In Hybrid System for Medium- and Heavy-Duty Trucks Lauded for Design Excellence - April 29, 2014 - Odyne Systems, LLC
Kenya Commercial Bank (KCB) Partners with Wavetec to Enhance Its Customers Journey and Experience
Wavetec installed its queue management solutions in 26 KCB branches where this number will grow to 52 by end of June, 2014. - April 28, 2014 - Wavetec
AFG Group Welcomes Fred Clements, Jr., PE to the Washington, DC Office
AFG Group, Inc., a leading, award-winning construction management and relocation firm, announces that Mr. Fredrick D. Clements, Jr., PE has joined the firm’s Washington, DC office. AFG welcomes Mr. Clements as the newest member of its Federal portfolio management team where he will be... - April 28, 2014 - AFG Group, Inc.
Reaction to FDA Proposed E-cigarette Regulation by Matrix Distributors Inc
An electronic cigarette distributors response to the FDA's proposed regulation to the e-cigarette industry including labeling and age restrictions. - April 25, 2014 - Matrix Distributors Inc.
Odyne Systems, LLC Partners with Allison Transmission’s Midwest Distributor, Inland Power, to Deliver on $45.4 Million Contract
Department of Energy Program Administered Through the Electric Power Research Institute to Apply Over 120 Odyne Plug-In Hybrid Systems to Trucks Throughout North America - April 24, 2014 - Odyne Systems, LLC
Special Invitation: the Iranian American Community of Arizona is Pleased to Present Mayor Rudy Giuliani at Their Symposium on the Threat of a Nuclear Iran
Invitation for upcoming event at the end of the week. - April 22, 2014 - Iranian American Community of Arizona
AFG Group Wins 2013 CMAA Project Achievement Award
AFG Group is honored to receive the 2013 CMAA Project Achievement Award from the Association’s National Capital Chapter. The award recognizes AFG’s outstanding Construction Management practices on the 5-year Steam Line & Condensate Replacement Project, serving GSA’s Heating Operations & Transmission Division. This complex $13.6M project accomplished replacing 11,000 LF of underground steam lines that serviced 21 Federal buildings within the District. - April 18, 2014 - AFG Group, Inc.
Ukraine Crisis and Asylum Seekers
Law Office of Alena Shautsova, a New York Immigration law firm located in Brooklyn , provides the full spectrum of immigration services including consultations regarding immigration benefits for citizens of troubled territories. - April 17, 2014 - Law Office of Alena Shautsova
Major Efforts to Mitigate Climate Change Well Under Way in Europe
Responding to the UN report on climate change mitigation, European innovators working across a range of climate innovation disciplines are stressing that major efforts are well under way in Europe. - April 15, 2014 - Climate-KIC