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FiberPlex Announces Fiber Optic Maintenance Agreement to Ease the Strain on Government Agencies Affected by Sequestration
Extended Service Agreement by the leading fiber optic manufacturer will help agencies leverage their investment in fiber optic technology and provide predictable fixed maintenance costs going forward, affecting some $200 million worth of fiber optic products currently in service and purchased by government agencies over the past 25 years. - March 13, 2013 - FiberPlex
National Improving Outcomes for Disabled Children and Their Families Conference Announced – 20th May 2013, London
Capita Conference's Improving Outcomes for Disabled Children and their Families event consists of leading policy experts, pathfinder areas and practitioners speaking about how best to meet the requirements of the Children and Families Bill. - March 13, 2013 - Capita Conferences
LithSafe Contracted by EPA to Protect Lithium Ion Test Facilities
The US Environmental Protection Agency has contracted LithSafe to develop lithium ion battery test chambers, design emergency response protocols, and create staff emergency training for their NVFEL test facilities. As seen with the recent Boeing 787 incident (among others), lithium (ion) batteries can present a substantial fire hazard. The EPA has deemed it necessary to protect its facilities and workers. These facilities test lithium ion batteries for use in electric and hybrid vehicles. - March 12, 2013 - LithFire-X, LLC
Odyne Systems Showcased Unique New Walk-In Van Hybrid Power Application at the 2013 NTEA Work Truck Show
U.S. Department of Energy Director of Vehicle Technologies Program Met with New GTA President, Joe Dalum, to Learn More About Odyne Plug-In Systems - March 09, 2013 - Odyne Systems, LLC
Weidlinger Receives ACEC New York Engineering Excellence Award
The FBI Portland Field Office Complex takes multihazard design to the next level. - March 09, 2013 - Weidlinger Associates, Inc.
Capita Conferences Announce Their National Effective Community Sentences Conference – 23 May 2013, London
Don’t miss the opportunity to benefit from expert advice and guidance on the Government's proposal to strengthen community sentencing to drive down crime and improve the confidence of victims and witnesses in the Criminal Justice System. - March 08, 2013 - Capita Conferences
Capita Conferences Announce Their National Customer Insight in Public Services Conference – 16 May 2013, London
The conference provides a platform for sharing best practice from across the public sector focusing on providing delegates with the skills and knowledge to deliver customer-centred local services, which enhance outcomes and deliver efficiency gains. - March 08, 2013 - Capita Conferences
Congressman Leonard Lance Signs on to Tourette Syndrome Bill
The CARE for Tourette Syndrome Act of 2013 (bill H.R. 146) has been reintroduced to help establish regional centers of excellence across the country to conduct research into the cause, diagnosis, early detection, prevention, control and treatment of TS and associated disorders. - March 07, 2013 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Mark Harper MP, the UK's Minister of State for Immigration Will be the Keynote Speaker at the Second World BORDERPOL Congress
Mark Harper MP as Minister of State for Immigration will once again provide the keynote address for this year's World BORDERPOL Congress, to be held at Central Hall Westminster, London on the 3rd-4th December. - March 06, 2013 - BORDERPOL
A Time To Kill: The Myth of Christian Pacifism by Greg Hopkins Challenges Pacifist Views on Self Defense and Prepares Readers to Protect Self and Family
Includes chapters about preparing for self defense, state laws governing self defense, understanding how criminals think, recovery from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), biblical appraisals of military and police, discussion of criminal punishment and retribution, and much more. - March 05, 2013 - MindBridge Press
OSEI Blames EPA for Costing the Gulf States & Expresses Dissatisfaction of EPA's Handling of the Gulf Oil Spill, on Fox Business Network, March 3
OSE II is a safe, non-toxic, effective oil spill clean up product that removes oil from the environment permanently by converting it to a safe end point of CO2 and water. OSE II has been used on over 23,000 spills globally since 1989. "It is time the EPA allowed US oil spill response to catch up to other countries," says Steven Pedigo. - March 01, 2013 - OSEI Corporation
Print Edition of Homicide Detective's Latest Book Released by Wisconsin Publisher
Steven Spingola, a nationally renown homicide investigator, takes readers on a de facto ride along. - February 28, 2013 - Badger Wordsmith, LLC
Capita Conferences Announce Their National Domestic Violence Conference – 22 April 2013, London
Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from key practitioners across various stakeholder agencies to gain insight into how to tailor the provision of services and support to break the cycle of domestic violence. - February 21, 2013 - Capita Conferences
Wisconsin Governor, Scott Walker, Visits Odyne Systems
Announces Plan for $25 Million in Venture Capital to Support Business Start-Ups and Growth. - February 20, 2013 - Odyne Systems, LLC
Actyl Group Returns to Ireland and Adds London to Recruit Skilled Workers
Company continues search to bring workers to rapidly growing Saskatchewan and Alberta. - February 19, 2013 - Actyl Group Inc.
Best Cities to Invest in Real Estate
The best cities to invest in real estate selected by Money Journal in 2013 have an over supply of foreclosures and other discount priced homes. - February 19, 2013 - Money Journal
Jose E. Velarde Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Jose E. Velarde of Carrollton, Texas has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of government. About Jose E. Velarde Mr. Velarde serves as a Systems Engineer with the Defense Contract Management... - February 19, 2013 - Strathmore Worldwide
New Jersey Congressman Rush Holt Co-Sponsors CARE for Tourette Syndrome Act of 2013
Representative Holt is 1 of 8 Congressmen to sign on to bill H.R. 146, which was reintroduced to the House by Congressman Albio Sires (D-NJ8) in January. - February 17, 2013 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Local Attorney Going to Washington to Sound Alarm on Emerging Student Load Debt Crisis, Other Key Issues
Meeting with congressman and senators on key issues for student loan borrowers and debtors. - February 13, 2013 - Lorene Lynn Mies, A PLC
Capita Conferences Announce Their National Rent Arrears Conference – 25 April 2013, Central London
The National Rent Arrears Conference provides an excellent opportunity to get to grips with the impending welfare reform and discover strategies to protect and maximise rental income. - February 08, 2013 - Capita Conferences
Quarter of Americans Support Current Level of Involvement with UN
How do Americans feel about the country's involvement with the United Nations? A recent survey from MPO Research Group find that only a quarter of the country is happy with the current level of involvement. - February 07, 2013 - MPO Research Group
DEA Approves iBeta’s Full Scope Certification Process for EPCS
iBeta Quality Assurance (“iBeta”), a NVLAP (National Voluntary Laboratory Accreditation Program) accredited Biometrics Testing Laboratory, was recently approved by the DEA to certify Electronic Prescriptions of Controlled Substances (EPCS) for both physician and pharmacy supporting... - February 06, 2013 - iBeta Quality Assurance
Capita Announce Details of Their Transformation in the Police Conference
The Conference provides you with the opportunity to examine how organisational structures and working practices are being transformed to meet the significant savings target of over £2 billion, laid out by the new Coalition Government. - February 03, 2013 - Capita Conferences
Marked Increase in Government Contracting Activity
Federal, state and local agencies all increase total contracts from January 2012. - February 03, 2013 - GovDirections, LLC
Capita Conferences Announce Their National Implementing Community Budgets Conference – 18 March 2013, London
Providing guidance on effective ways of pooling resources, redesigning services and realising cost savings and efficiencies, our conference is essential with the implementation of the 'Whole Place' Community Budget pilots commencing in April 2013. - February 03, 2013 - Capita Conferences
Capita Announce Details of Their Police and Crime Commissioners Conference Conference
This Conference is a critical event giving you the opportunity to examine the key challenges faced by elected Police and Crime Commissioners during their first months in post and their impact on the wider criminal justice community. - February 03, 2013 - Capita Conferences
Securing Our Borders Through Upstream Interventions
Simon Cooper is the UK Border Agency’s Regional Assistant Director responsible for leading a command of Immigration Liaison Officers covering Europe, North Africa, Russia and the Middle East. - February 03, 2013 - BORDERPOL
GovDirections Enhances Local Government Capital Improvement Plan Reviews
Upcoming bid and contract information will give greater lead-time to members. - January 30, 2013 - GovDirections, LLC
Strategist Craig Casselberry of Quorum Public Affairs Chosen as One of the "20 Politically Minded Austinites to Know" for 2013
Austin Business Journal Recognizes Casselberry as the “Go-To Resource for Many Texas Businesses” - January 29, 2013 - Quorum Public Affairs
Federal Market Identification Strategies and Tactics, the Next Class in the Government Contracting Institute
“Federal Market Identification Strategies and Tactics” focusing on the government contracting process. - January 25, 2013 - TargetGov at Marketing Outsource Associates
Government Contract Opportunities on the Rise for Small Business
Business Thru Government Forsees Big Year in Government Work - January 24, 2013 - Business Thru Government, Inc
New Jersey Congressman Albio Sires Reintroduces Tourette Syndrome Legislation
The Collaborative Academic Research Efforts for Tourette Syndome Act of 2013 would foster more research into the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of this misunderstood, misdiagnosed and inherited neurological disorder. - January 23, 2013 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
US Economy Likely to Improve in 2013
A new survey by Money Journal.com shows that the U.S. economy is likely to improve in 2013, despite headwinds facing the nation. - January 22, 2013 - Money Journal
WBB Hosts the First of It’s Thought Leadership Series- “Navigating the Business of Government”
Due to a tremendous amount of interest in learning more about how to utilize a limited amount of resources to reach maximum productivity, WBB is hosting the first of It’s Thought Leadership Series on “The Challenge of Achieving Organizational Efficiency in Government” next... - January 20, 2013 - WBB
OSEI Says "Shame on the EPA Their 'Science' Endorses Toxic Oil Spill Response"; CEO Will Discuss Non Toxic Solution to Oil Spills Globally on CNBC January 16-17th 2013
This series on CNBC Features Non-Toxic Oil Spill Cleanup Method OSE II, an alternative to the EPA's current response. OSEI CEO Steven Pedigo says "The US EPA has forced toxic antiquated spill response on the US environment for 23 years." Oil Spill Eater II is the safe non toxic oil spill clean up product that can remove 100% of a spill by converting it to a safe end point of CO2 and water, which other countries are utilizing to protect their environments. - January 16, 2013 - OSEI Corporation
Herzog Paints First Contemporary Abstract Portrait Painting of President Barack Obama for His Inauguration Day 2013
The First Presidential Portrait Painting of Barack Obama for Inauguration Day 2013. - January 15, 2013 - HBT
LEDtronics Lights Up Pasadena’s Green City Path
Post-Top LED Street Lamps Help the City of Roses Reduce Energy and Maintenance Costs, Carbon Footprint - January 15, 2013 - LEDtronics, Inc.
Planet Technologies Awarded State of Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) Contract for Microsoft Services
Company Able to Provide Full Range of Microsoft Services to Texas Agencies - January 15, 2013 - Planet Technologies
The CommLaw Group to Address Tax Consequences of Cloud Computing and Communications Services
In a one-hour TeleBriefing sponsored by Law Seminars International, their distinguished panel of attorneys and tax professionals will provide practical guidance for navigating cloud-based enterprises through the increasingly complex and dangerous tax and regulatory landscape governing the activities and transactions associated with Cloud Computing and Cloud Communications services. - January 14, 2013 - Marashlian & Donahue, LLC
Capita Conferences Announce Delivering Housing Benefit Reform Conference – 22 March 2013, Manchester
Bringing together leading experts in this field, including a Universal Credit Pathfinder, and a Direct Payment Demonstration project, gain strategic insight into delivering on the key elements of the reform and alleviating financial risk. - January 13, 2013 - Capita Conferences
Capita Conferences Announce Their National Early Years Inspections Conference – 21 March 2013, London
Designed to highlight effective practice in key judgement criteria and reflect emerging areas of focus under Ofsted’s new Early Years Inspections Framework, this conference is a must attend event for all early years stakeholders. - January 13, 2013 - Capita Conferences
Pierre F. Dobbelmann Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Pierre F. Dobbelmann of Fairfield, Connecticut has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of government economic affairs. About Pierre F. Dobbelmann Mr. Dobbelmann was the Industry Commissioner with... - January 11, 2013 - Strathmore Worldwide
Planet Technologies Becomes the First Microsoft AOS-G Partner in the United States. Agreement Enables Planet to Sell Office 365 Licenses Directly to Government Clients.
This week, Planet Technologies executed the Microsoft Office 365 Agreement for Online Services for Government clients (AOS-G) becoming the first Microsoft partner authorized under this new program. In an effort to provide greater access for procurement and support due to the rapid adoption of... - January 10, 2013 - Planet Technologies
If Kennedy Had Lived: Book Examines a Different History
New book asks what if Kennedy had survived Dallas attack? - January 04, 2013 - Ray Argyle
Thursby Awarded General Services Administration (GSA) Schedule
Thursby Software Systems, Inc., has been awarded a five year General Services Administration (GSA) Schedule, number GS-35F-132AA, effective immediately. The contract provides a vehicle for government agencies to directly procure Thursby's Apple integration, management and security solutions. - January 03, 2013 - Thursby Software Systems, Inc.
China Global Trade - Is the World Trade Organization to Blame for Rising Protectionism? New Report Explores if the WTO Trade System is Broken and How to Fix It.
Has the World Trade Organization WTO failed to ensure a level playing field for global traders? If so, is it then responsible for escalating protectionism? ChinaGlobalTrade.com’s latest report “Is the World Trade Organization Responsible for Protectionism?” analyzes the state of the WTO trade system and the role of the World Trade Organization in that system. - December 24, 2012 - ChinaGlobalTrade
Equatorial Guinea Awarded 2012 Convener of the Year
H.E. Obiang, President of Equatorial Guinea, has mastered the Art of Humanity. - December 24, 2012 - GC Media
Colin Bower, a Mass. Father of Two Kidnapped American Boys Who Has Been Working with Sen Kerry for the Past Three Years to Bring His Boys Home on Sen Kerry's Nomination
Statement by Colin Bower, a Massachusetts father of two kidnapped American boys, who has been working with Senator John Kerry for the past three years to gain the return of his boys from Egypt, on his nomination for Secretary of State of the United States. - December 21, 2012 - HelpBringNoorandRamsayHome
Joint Civil & DoD CBRN: DSI Explores the New Era of CBRN Defense
Defense Strategies Institute announces the Joint Civil & DoD CBRN Symposium for March 12 & 13, 2013 in Alexandria, VA. - December 19, 2012 - Defense Strategies Institute
James C. McMullen Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
James C. McMullen of Long Beach, California has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of law enforcement. About James C. McMullen Mr. McMullen is retired after 28 years in law enforcement. He was a... - December 18, 2012 - Strathmore Worldwide