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AmpleHarvest.org to be Presented at International Philanthropy Conference in Athens Greece
Panel exploring best practice examples and new ideas for the non-profit sector to highlight AmpleHarvest.org's solution to hunger and food waste. - June 18, 2013 - AmpleHarvest.org
Wyndham Forensic Group Expands DNA Testing Options for Canadian Police Agencies
Police investigators are now able to utilize their fee-for-service DNA testing as a complement to the RCMP Forensic Laboratory system. - June 15, 2013 - Wyndham Forensic Group
CGR to Assess Feasibility of Merging 4 Ohio Educational Service Centers with Combined Budget of $20 Million
Four Educational Service Centers (ESCs) serving 5 counties in Ohio’s west central region have engaged CGR to assess the feasibility of merger to reduce costs and improve offerings to school districts and potentially local governments. - June 14, 2013 - Center for Governmental Research
UTRS Wins 2013 SBA Prime Contractor of Year for Region II
Universal Technical Resource Services, Inc. (UTRS), a leading provider of engineering, information technology and communications services, today announced that it was named the 2013 Prime Contractor of the Year for Region II by the Small Business Administration. UTRS Chief Operating Officer and... - June 12, 2013 - Universal Technical Resource Services, Inc.
Miami Firm Engineer’s Affordable Ballistic Protection for All
Bulletproof nanotechnology fiber protection weighs less than one pound, costs less than $100. - June 11, 2013 - Armour Wear, LLC
10,000th Military Housing Unit Completed by Balfour Beatty Construction
10,000th Military Housing unit completed by Balfour Beatty Construction. Celebrated unit represents one out of 1,861 new homes built for military service men and women and their families at Ft. Bliss since 2005. - June 08, 2013 - Balfour Beatty Construction
Weidlinger’s Peggy Van Eepoel Elected Structural Engineers Association of Metropolitan Washington (SEA-MW) Chairperson
Weidlinger DC Associate Principal Peggy Van Eepoel is the first woman in the organization’s 25-year history to hold the position. - June 07, 2013 - Weidlinger Associates, Inc.
WK Dickson Welcomes Senior Project Manager to Airport Group
WK Dickson is pleased to announce the addition of Kenneth "Bud" Hawk, PE, as the firm’s newest Senior Project Manager for the Airport Group. Bud is a registered professional engineer with over 30 years of experience in the aviation industry. His impressive body of work spans the... - June 07, 2013 - WK Dickson & Co., Inc.
Sandoval Signs Bill Protecting Minors from Tanning Beds
Nevada becomes fourth state to enact an under-18 tanning ban. - June 07, 2013 - AIM at Melanoma
Indie Film Director for "Spirit of Love," the Mike Glenn Story Requests White House Screening in Support of Diversity, Disabilities in Film and Sports for Disabled Teens
Deaf and Hard of Hearing teens deliver a powerful message of Acceptance - June 06, 2013 - Film It Productions
Odyne Systems, LLC Wins Contract for Deployment of Plug-in Hybrid Medium- and Heavy-Duty Trucks
The Electric Power Research Institute, with funding from the Department of Energy and the South Coast Air Quality Management District, grants contract that will further advance plug-in hybrid technology and accelerate the commercialization of large hybrid trucks. - June 06, 2013 - Odyne Systems, LLC
Lithuania Achieves Dramatic Application Turnaround Improvements Using Theory of Constraints
Nerius Jasinavičius, a high profile Lithuanian business consultant presents how the government of Lithuania has been transformed by Theory of Constraints. The initial pilot project reduced the processing time for the guarantee fund from 388 days to 63 days. Mr. Jasinavičius also announced a Pan European conference planned for late 2013 to disseminate this knowledge across the European Union. - June 05, 2013 - TOCICO
EOD/IED & Countermine Symposium: DSI Explores Maintaining EOD, IED & Countermine Capabilities Force Structure
Defense Strategies Institute announces the EOD/IED & Countermine Symposium for July 24-25, 2013 in Alexandria, VA. - June 05, 2013 - Defense Strategies Institute
Capita Announces Details of Their Children’s Services Scotland Conference
As the Children and Young People Bill progresses through the Scottish Parliament, this event features the elements under review and addresses the key issues linked to the implementation of the Getting it Right for Every Child (GIRFEC) components. - May 31, 2013 - Capita Conferences
Panda Security Awarded Place as Government Procurement Service G-Cloud Supplier
Panda Security are a supplier for the Government G-Cloud Programme to provide Panda Cloud Office Protection, the only cloud endpoint security with URL filtering. - May 30, 2013 - Panda Security
Indonesian/American Singing Duo Make History Being Asked to Sing at Presidential Campain Rally for Prabowo Subianto Event
JohnPaul and Linda, an Indonesian and American singing duo made history by being the first Indonesian/American entertainers asked to perform at a presidential campaign rally for Prabowo Subianto's election in Los Angeles, California this past weekend successfully in front of two thousand people. - May 28, 2013 - JohnPaul and Linda
Capita Conferences Announce Their Welfare Reform Conference – 16 July, 2013, Manchester
The conference evaluates the emerging findings of the Welfare Reforms, bringing together key policy makers, including the Minister for Welfare Reform. - May 25, 2013 - Capita Conferences
"Essential Accounting Components" Class from the Government Contracting Institute
Instructors from Aronson, LLC’s Government Contract Services Group present “Essential Accounting Components” to help businesses understand the complicated world of federal contract accounting requirements. - May 18, 2013 - Government Contracting Institute
Planet Technologies Builds Microsoft Crime Prevention and Inspections Accelerator
Solution is the Latest in Line of Many Business Applications from Planet that leverage Microsoft CRM and Windows 8. - May 17, 2013 - Planet Technologies
Belkin Releases Secure KM Switch for Seamless Switching Between Multiple Monitors and Networks Using Single Keyboard and Mouse
Advanced Secure KM Switch and New Advanced Secure DVI-I KVM Switch Provide Superior Security and Data Protection for Government Agencies and Financial Markets - May 17, 2013 - Belkin
Brighton Cromwell LLC Leaders Named Finalists in Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year® 2013 Finalists in New Jersey
Brighton Cromwell President & CEO Robert Van Etten and Brighton Cromwell Chief Operating Officer Glenn Van Etten are among the finalists being recognized as finalists for the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year of 2013 Award. - May 16, 2013 - Brighton Cromwell, LLC
Y Line Product Design Responds to 3D Printed Guns
Project TRGR receives a Finalist Nomination in this year’s IDEA Awards! Y Line Product Design believes that Liberty is a two way street. If anyone can own and 3D print guns then everyone should be allowed to detect the presence of live ammunition on both private and public property. Y Line Product Design is an International IDEA Awards Finalist, and is continuing to develop project TRGR. TRGR is a big idea. It is an innovative response to gun violence. - May 15, 2013 - Y Line Product Design
Fear of a Black Republican Gets New York City Premiere - Wednesday, May 15th; Documentary Looks at Lack of Black Republicans in Two-Party System
FEAR OF A BLACK REPUBLICAN, will have its "New York City Premiere" on Wednesday, May 15th at 6:00 pm at the Women's National Republican Club, 3 West 51st Street, New York, NY. This special Screening will be followed by a Q&A session with the film's Director, Kevin J. Williams and Producer, Tamara E. Williams. The event is open to the public and tickets for non-Women's National Republican Club (WNRC) members are $25.00. For more event information, please call (212).582.5454. - May 14, 2013 - Shamrock Stine Productions
Belkin Unveils Echo Sensor Technology for Intelligent Use of Water, Energy and Natural Gas Resources
HydroPoint Data Systems Partners with Belkin Echo Water for Smart Water Management; Department of Defense Selects Belkin Echo Electricity for Military Installation Demonstration - May 12, 2013 - Belkin
Capita Conferences' Welfare Reform in Wales Conference Announced, 10th July in Cardiff
Timed to help understand the emerging findings from the implementation of some of the important changes to the welfare system. - May 02, 2013 - Capita Conferences
TELEGRID Releases New Line of Mesh Networking Kits
The horrific events in Boston last week shone a spotlight, once again, on the fragility of our cellular infrastructure. The only way to ensure communications is to deploy a standalone wireless local area network like the WZRDnet low-power mesh network. WZRDnet is a true “infrastructure-less” network that does depend on cellular towers, base stations or satellites. The WZRDnet Tactical Kit is the ideal solution for disaster communications. - April 26, 2013 - TELEGRID
Immigration Attorney Alena Shautsova Discusses Pros and Cons of Announced Immigration Reform
New York Immigration lawyer Alena Shautsova shares news about the upcoming Immigration law changes. - April 20, 2013 - Law Office of Alena Shautsova
Climate Controversy 2013 Book Release and Earth Day Find Common Ground
Four Seasons Books in Shepherdstown, WV hosted a book signing reception for the newly-released book, Climate Controversy 2013 on Sunday, April 14th. The essays of eight Jefferson County, WV student winners of the 2013 Common Ground Student Essay Competition are included in the publication. The... - April 19, 2013 - Books Motivate Foundation, Inc.
Asset LifeCycle, LLC Maintains Continued Growth, Acquires Material Recovery Processing Line and Facility
Asset LifeCycle, LLC acquires supplemental processing equipment enhancing existing line. - April 17, 2013 - Asset LifeCycle, LLC
“Illuminating the Federal Sales Process” from the Government Contracting Institute Helps Businesses Sell in the Federal Marketplace
“Illuminating the Federal Sales Process,” from the Government Contracting Institute will provide businesses with the tools necessary for success in the competitive government contracting marketplace at the full day April 23, 2013 class. - April 17, 2013 - Government Contracting Institute
New Service: Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business Technology Contractor
Veteran Technology Solutions has been recently Certified by the Veterans Affairs Administration as a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business. - April 13, 2013 - Veteran Technology Solutions
GIS for Government: Addressing the Challenges of Funding and Interoperability
IDGA’s GIS for Government will bring together 20 esteemed speakers and over 20 sessions to address the latest government challenges, strategies and initiatives in GIS, as well as the state of science in Big Data employments and technologies. Hear from GIS leaders on these developments to learn what’s actually happening on the ground. - April 12, 2013 - IDGA
Mandie Campbell, COO, Border Force (UK), to Speak at World BORDERPOL Congress
At this year's World BORDERPOL Congress, Mandie Campbell, Chief Operating Officer of the UK's Border Force, will speak about the key issues and changing trends in maintaining border security. - April 05, 2013 - BORDERPOL
Radiation Shield Technologies (RST) Anti-Nuclear Garments Awarded Patent Protection in South Korea
RST is granted a South Korean patent for Demron, a high-performance fabric that protects against CBRN threats and heat stress. - April 04, 2013 - Radiation Shield Technologies
Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes Awards $12,500 Grant to America’s Mighty Warriors
Donation enables wounded warriors, families of fallen to attend Allaso Ranch retreat in Texas. - April 03, 2013 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
Work Truck Show 2013 Green Award Goes to Odyne Systems
Odyne Receives 2013 NTEA Work Truck Show Green Award for Unique New Walk-In Van Hybrid Power Application - April 02, 2013 - Odyne Systems, LLC
Jon Jones Running for Atlanta City Council… Literally
Jon Jones, candidate for Atlanta City Council, will be participating in this year’s annual AJC Peachtree Road Race. - March 31, 2013 - The Committee to Elect Jon Jones
Open Source Software Institute Names Industry Advisory Board Members
The Open Source Software Institute (OSSI) has named several new members to its Industry Advisory Board. New Board members include: Bill Bacci of HP Federal; Dr. William Grossmann of Global Projects Design; AJ Jaghori , former CTO of L-3 Stratis; Jack Kurtz of sqrrl; and Robert Sterling, a career... - March 26, 2013 - Open Source Software Institute
Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes Awards $25,000 Grant to Boulder Crest Retreat
Donation to new Virginia facility to provide therapeutic services for wounded warriors. - March 20, 2013 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
BusinesSuites Announces Expansion to Gaithersburg, Maryland
New Flexible Workspace Option for Entrepreneurs, Professionals and Fortune 1000 Companies to Open in June 2013. - March 15, 2013 - BusinesSuites
Sandra Ellen Bell Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Sandra Ellen Bell of New York, New York has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of government healthcare. About Sandra Ellen Bell Ms. Bell has over 27 years experience in the field of healthcare... - March 13, 2013 - Strathmore Worldwide
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