District of Columbia: Washington News
Lynn McNulty, Executive Consultant at McConnell International, Receives “Hall of Fame” Award from Information Systems Security Association (ISSA)
Lynn McNulty, Executive Consultant at McConnell International, is honored by the Information Systems Security Association (ISSA) for his exceptional contributions to ISSA and the information security profession. “Throughout his career Lynn has been on the leading edge of information... - May 06, 2009 - Clinton Rubin LLC
DCIA Testifies at Congressional Hearing
CEO Addresses Problems with H.R. 1319 and Outlines Actions to Avoid Inadvertent File Sharing - May 05, 2009 - Distributed Computing Industry Association
DC Metro Food Tours Presents the Capitol Hill Culinary Experience
Three hour culinary walk highlights the cuisine and history of South East Washington DC. Thursdays-Saturdays 2:00-5:00pm beginning May 2nd, 2009. - May 03, 2009 - DC Metro Food Tours
Prescription Drug Abuse in Indian Country
Lamar Associates Announces New Training Program for Tribal law enforcement, health, education, and service providers. - May 01, 2009 - Lamar Associates
Steve Denning and Seth Kahan Teach a MasterClass: Getting Change Right Through High-Performance Teams
Steve Denning, former World Bank director and award-winning author, and Seth Kahan, change leadership expert, offer a two-day master class, June 11 & 12, in Washington, DC, on "Getting Change Right through High-Performance Teams." - April 21, 2009 - Performance Development Group
ISECOM Announces That d3 Services, Ltd. Will be Providing OSSTMM Training and Certifications in the U.S. Market
Cyber security services firm, d3 Services, Ltd., to begin providing practical security training and ISECOM certifications in the United States, beginning in April 2009. - April 21, 2009 - d3 Services, Ltd.
Sagoon Unveils Special Site "India Election 09" in English and Hindi
Internet Search Engine Sagoon, (www.sagoon.com), today announced the launch of special dedicated site “India Election 09” – for the India general election - available in English and Hindi. - April 19, 2009 - Sagoon Inc
Follow the Money: Who Controls New York City Mayors
Author Lynne Weikart puts a human face on each of New York City’s fiscal crises, analyzes their historical patterns, and compares the tenure of several mayors. This timely book, Follow the Money: Who Controls New York City Mayors, has become an invaluable book for those interested in the... - April 15, 2009 - FollowtheMoneyUS.com
Michael L. Buckner Law Firm Announces Launch of Service for Prep Schools Under NCAA Review
Non-traditional secondary and prep schools will benefit from the legal, consulting and investigative services offered by the Michael L. Buckner Law Firm. The Buckner Law Firm will leverage its experience as a former NCAA independent consultant to assist clients with navigating the NCAA high school review process. - April 14, 2009 - Michael L. Buckner Law Firm
Geosemble Secures Strategic Investment from In-Q-Tel
Through a strategic partnership with In-Q-Tel, the independent strategic investment firm that identifies innovative technology solutions to support the mission of the CIA and the broader U.S. Intelligence Community, Geosemble will expand the development of its patented geospatial data integration and layering technology for both the government and commercial markets. - April 14, 2009 - Geosemble Technologies
Making Sense of Giving Away Change
BusinesSuites Harborplace searches for nonprofit organizations in need of conference room space. - April 14, 2009 - BusinesSuites
Seth Kahan Signs Book Deal with Jossey-Bass. Title is "Getting Change Right"
Seth Kahan, Change Specialist, has signed a book deal to write "Getting Change Right: Creating Rapid, Widespread Engagement for New Ideas." The book is due to be published spring, 2010. - April 13, 2009 - Performance Development Group
Belmont Partners Lawsuit Dismissed
The law offices of Befumo & Schaeffer, PLLC announced today that, pursuant to an order of the Circuit Court of Rappahannock County, in Washington, Virginia, all claims and counter claims in the case Belmont Partners, LLC v. Andrew J. Befumo and Shelly M. Schaeffer have been dismissed. "We... - April 12, 2009 - Befumo & Schaeffer, PLLC
Liles Parker PLLC, Attorneys and Counselors at Law, Announce the Appointment of Vance R. Redmond, Esq. as Partner of the Firm
Liles Parker is pleased to announce the appointment of Vance R. Redmond, Esq. as a Partner of the firm. Mr. Redmond’s practice will focus on family law and domestic relations matters. Additionally, Mr. Redmond will continue to represent clients in commercial litigation and complex civil... - April 11, 2009 - Liles Parker, PLLC
Soblu Inc.'s, "Jazz in the Diamond District" – Opening in Select Theaters April 24th
Soblu Inc.'s debut feature film, “Jazz in the Diamond District,” will open in select theaters in D.C., New York, Atlanta and Chicago for exclusive one-week engagements through Landmark Theatres. The film will open in Washington, D.C. on April 24th and will close in Chicago, IL on May... - April 09, 2009 - Soblu Inc
"Hair Today Gone Tomorrow" Join 2008 Miss Virginia, Tara Wheeler as She Attempts to Go Bald for Charity Presented by Babes and Ballers and Pointed Magazine
Join Local and National Media, Local Celebrities and members of the Sports Community for an benefit evening helping Miss Virginia in her goal of raising $500,000 by April 11th when she will shave her head for charity. - April 05, 2009 - Pointed Magazine
Buckleysandler Continues Its Expansion with the Addition of Leading Financial Services Team
Thirteen Attorneys Join the Financial Services Law Firm at the Center of the Nation’s Financial Services Industry. - March 31, 2009 - BuckleySandler
Seth Kahan Leads CEO Symposium: “Leadership During Economic Uncertainty”
Seth Kahan lead a symposium for fourteen executives from diverse associations, Wednesday, March 25, in Washington, DC, to discuss the economy and how best to respond as leaders. - March 30, 2009 - Performance Development Group
Seth Kahan Receives Board Approval in Change Leadership
The Society for Advancement of Consulting® (SAC) has approved Seth Kahan to achieve the rare SAC® Board Approved designation in the area of Change Leadership. This means Seth Kahan is a recognized thought leader and exemplar in the area of Change Leadership. - March 26, 2009 - Performance Development Group
Ugly Hermit Finds a Home in St. Paul's Episcopal Church
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, located in Waldorf, Maryland, has opened its doors and kitchen to the Ugly Hermit Cookie Company, a Maryland-based start-up. - March 23, 2009 - Ugly Hermit Cookie Company
Newt Joins the Party
Gingrich Joins Smart Girl Politics in Nationwide Tea Party Coalition - March 19, 2009 - Smart Girl Politics
Jaguar Luxury Adopts a New Strategy to Survive
East West Beauty and Hair Group, LP, a Philadelphia, PA based manufacturer and importer of hair extensions, color cosmetics and beauty accessories tweaked its business model to stay alive and thrive in the economic crisis. While experiencing a slow down in sales during the months of May and June... - March 17, 2009 - Jaguar Luxury
Congressman Jay Inslee to Participate on Sustainability and Historic Preservation Panel Sponsored by the Trust for Architectural Easements
The third panel – How We Finance Development – will be held on March 23, 2009 from 7:30 to 9:00 pm at the SEIU Conference Center Room 1036/38 in Washington, DC. RSVP for this free event by sending an email to kgraves@islandpress.org or calling 202-232-7933 x20. - March 17, 2009 - Trust for Architectural Easements
Let There be Color
Color in fashion has never been hotter. And for the throngs of women who have are are finally coming out of 20 years of fashion industry inflicted mourning, let their be Light and Color. The latest book in the Color Me Beautiful series, Reinvent Yourself, Four Seasons of Color, Makeup and Style is... - March 13, 2009 - Color Me Beautiful
Howard University Alumni Launch Cookie Company with Hopes to Compete in $6 Billion Market
The Ugly Hermit Cookie Company hopes to compete in the $6 billion cookie market using a generations-old family recipe. - March 11, 2009 - Ugly Hermit Cookie Company
McKinley Marketing Partners, Inc., Provider of Marketing Consultants, Named Top 25 Temporary Staffing Company in the Washington D.C. Area for 2009
Premier provider of marketing consultants in Washington, DC, New York, and Dallas recognized by the Washington Business Journal. - February 27, 2009 - McKinley Marketing Partners, Inc.
VisaCenter.ca Resumes Expedited Processing of Visa Applications to Russia
Russian visa applications may now be expedited for Canadians. - February 20, 2009 - RCTC Corporation
US Mortgage Mod Announces It is Providing Services to Assist Homeowners with President Obama's Homeowner Affordability and Stability Plan
US Mortgage Mod, LLC Of Philadelphia teamed up with the Obama administration in the fight to keep every homeowner where they belong, in there homes. - February 19, 2009 - US Mortgage Mod, LLC
Concept Branding Group and Bule|Fusion Worldwide Create Design and Branding Global Alliance
Leading branding and design firms join forces to fully activate brands for start ups, small and medium sized businesses, retail and hospitality operators, trade groups and non profits - February 18, 2009 - Concept Branding Group
Trust for Architectural Easements Sponsors Sustainability and Historic Preservation Thought Leader Series – How We Regulate Development – February 23, 2009
Experts – Chris Leinberger, Martine Combal, and Chris Zimmerman - will discuss how we regulate development to create an environmentally, financially and socially sustainable future. Rebecca Flora, Senior VP of Education and Research at the US Green Building Council will moderate. - February 17, 2009 - Trust for Architectural Easements
CDIA at Boston University Hosts DC Photo Meetup
The Center for Digital Imaging Arts at Boston University’s Georgetown Campus offered a presentation and workshop to the DC-area photography community. - February 13, 2009 - Center for Digital Imaging Arts at Boston University
CDIA at Boston University Hosts TIVA-DC Meeting
The Center for Digital Imaging Arts at Boston University’s Georgetown campus presented a networking session and panel discussion of the 48 Hour Film Project. - February 13, 2009 - Center for Digital Imaging Arts at Boston University
Michelle Obama and Gant Travel Management Share Common Goal - Supporting Military Families
Gant’s 'Alliance of Veteran Business Travelers' shares the same core beliefs as Michelle Obama when it comes to supporting military families. - February 13, 2009 - Gant Travel Management
Ezega.com Interviews Miss Ethiopia 2009, Chuna Okok
In an exclusive interview with Ezega.com reporter, Eden Habtamu, Chuna Okok, the Miss Ethiopia 2009 winner, talks about her childhood, her family, her schooling, how she got into the Miss Ethiopia contest, how she felt when she won the title, and much more. - February 11, 2009 - Ezega Engineering PLC
Keely Connection Announces Grand Opening of Website That Helps Individuals and Businesses Cut Service and Wholesale Expenses
New website could help economy by increasing competitiveness and access to certain markets as it serves to connect individuals and businesses with service providers and suppliers locally, nationally, and globally. - February 06, 2009 - Keely, Inc.
Pen Boutique Takes Luxury Office Gifts to New Heights with Two Stores and Popular Website PenBoutique.com
Offering such fineries as thousand dollar pens, hard-to-find items, along with more affordable gifts, Pen Boutique marks 100,000 customers worldwide. - February 05, 2009 - Pen Boutique
$147-Sarbanes Oxley Certification, $297-Basel ii Certification, $297-Risk and Compliance Certification from Compliance LLC
Everything is included: Official presentations, up to 3 online exams, your certificate if you pass the online exam. - February 04, 2009 - Compliance LLC
Recognizing Excellence in Marketing Professional Services: McKinley Marketing Partners, Inc. Wins Three Service Industry Advertising Awards
Marketing resources provider in Washington, DC, New York, and Dallas recognized for its corporate video, direct mail campaign, and informational poster. The winners have been announced in the Sixth Annual Service Industry Advertising Awards. A national panel of judges evaluated and rated entries... - January 31, 2009 - McKinley Marketing Partners, Inc.
Students Graduate from CDIA at Boston University-Georgetown Campus
Students receive certificates at the Center for Digital Imaging Arts at Boston University’s Washington, DC campus commencement ceremony. - January 30, 2009 - Center for Digital Imaging Arts at Boston University
Marketing Services Provider, McKinley Marketing Partners, Inc. Named Top 500 Women Owned Businesses in the U.S. for 2009
Premier provider of marketing consultants in Washington, DC, New York, and Dallas recognized by DiversityBusiness.com - January 27, 2009 - McKinley Marketing Partners, Inc.
Career Transition Network Launches Holistic Transition Services to Support Those Losing Their Jobs
Career Transition Network, LLC (CTN) launches holistic transition services to support those losing their jobs. CTN's comprehensive services model brings together a team of Certified Leadership Coaches, Registered Wellness Providers and Financial Consultants to provide personal transition services... - January 26, 2009 - Career Transition Network LLC
Use of Contract Talent and Independent Contractors Growing, According to MBO Partners and HCI
According to research announced today by MBO Partners and HCI, the segment of the U.S. workforce that includes contract talent, such as independent contractors, freelancers, and independent consultants, is growing at more than twice the rate of traditional employment. - January 21, 2009 - MBO Partners
Madison & Mulholland Creates Official Celebrity VIP Gift Bags for the Creative Coalition’s 2009 Inaugural Ball
Madison & Mulholland creates coveted celebrity gift bags for the Creative Coalition’s 2009 Inaugural Ball presented by Pepsi, January 20th, 2009 in Washington, DC. The gift bag includes innovative, entrepreneurial products which echo the progressiveness of the new administration. - January 20, 2009 - Madison & Mulholland, Inc.
Punch Drunk Critics™ Announce "Win Trav's DVDs" Contest
The Punch Drunk Critics, the nation's capital's newest and fastest rising movie review tandem, are announcing the very first contest give-a-way of the new year. Listen to the Punch Drunk Podcast episode #12 this week, pay attention and listen out for the random movie clip that they'll play once... - January 16, 2009 - Punch Drunk Critics
Trust for Architectural Easements Issues Letter to President-Elect Obama on Historic Preservation, Sustainability and the Financial Crisis
The following is a letter from the Trust for Architectural Easements to President-elect Obama on historic preservation, sustainability and the financial crisis. Expansion of existing federal historic preservation tax incentives will stimulate the economy and protect the environment. - January 15, 2009 - Trust for Architectural Easements
Former Spanish Prime Minister Says Liberty Reduces Poverty
José Maria Aznar attributes prosperity to Ibero-American liberty and inspires next generation of Latin American leaders in Chile. - January 15, 2009 - The Fund for American Studies
Karen Gaylord Earns Prestigious Designation to Help Homeowners in Danger of Foreclosure
Karen Gaylord CPA, CLU, ChFC of Long & Foster Realtors Bel Air Central has earned the prestigious Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE) designation, having completed extensive training in foreclosure avoidance and short sales. This is invaluable expertise to offer at a time when the area... - January 14, 2009 - Long & Foster Realtors
Risk and Compliance Management - New Distance Learning and Online Certification Programs from Compliance LLC
Compliance LLC announced new Distance Learning and Online Certification Programs for risk, compliance, IT, audit and operations professionals at a very reasonable price. - January 08, 2009 - Compliance LLC
Trust for Architectural Easements Announces Sustainability and Historic Preservation Panel Series
The Trust for Architectural Easements announces a Sustainability and Historic Preservation panel series. The panels are titled "How Policy Influences Development," "How We Regulate Development," and "How We Finance Development." The first panel will be held on January 12th at 6:30 pm at the U.S. Green Building Council in Washington, D.C. (1800 Massachusetts Avenue, NW) - December 30, 2008 - Trust for Architectural Easements
Nubian Heritage Debut Gift Set to Benefit Tigerlily Foundation
Tigerlily Foundation (Tigerlily), a non-profit breast cancer foundation, is excited to be partnering with Sundial Creations - a creator and manufacturer of natural and organic health, beauty and personal care solutions - to offer the exclusive Nubian Heritage Organics Goat’s Milk & Chai gift set to benefit women affected by breast cancer. - December 26, 2008 - Tigerlily Foundation