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Dale Carnegie Tampa Bay 2014 Consultant of the Year
Dale Carnegie Tampa Bay Consultant Robert Graves received the prestigious 2014 Consultant of the Year Award. On Friday, Dec. 12, 2014 at the Embassy Suites Westshore, Tampa. Rick Gallegos, President and CEO, presented to Robert Graves the Consultant of the Year as part of their 2014 Annual Awards... - January 15, 2015 - Rick J. Gallegos & Associates
2014 Leadership Awards from Dale Carnegie Training Tampa Bay
Dale Carnegie Tampa Bay is pleased to announce the recognition of 6 Tampa Bay Organizations which received the Dale Carnegie Tampa Bay Leadership Award for 2014. These organizations demonstrated strong core values, excellent leadership and effective communication as an organization to qualify for... - January 15, 2015 - Rick J. Gallegos & Associates
Dale Carnegie Tampa Bay Instructor of the Year Award
Rick J. Gallegos & Associates, dba Dale Carnegie Tampa Bay has the pleasure of announcing that Mark Yegge is the 2014 winner of the Instructor of the Year Award. Mark received this award at Dale Carnegie Tampa Bay’s 2014 Leadership Award Banquet held Dec. 12, 2014 at The Embassy Suites... - January 15, 2015 - Rick J. Gallegos & Associates
Dale Carnegie Tampa Bay Wins 2014 Millennium Club Award
Dale Carnegie Training® has recognized Rick J. Gallegos & Associates, Inc.’s outstanding professional performance for 2014 with the organization’s Millennium Club Award. The award was given at their Annual Global Convention in Orlando, FL. Recipients include franchises with the... - January 15, 2015 - Rick J. Gallegos & Associates
Move Your Mountain Helps Perseverance Continue for Pancake After an Unbelievable Tragedy
Just two months after an eleven year old boy saw his father stab his mother to death, Alexander is on a path to healing. Living with extended family, Alexander still needs help from the community to pay for therapy and medical bills. The family has started a fundraising campaign at mymfunding.com to help re-establish Alexander’s new life, assuring a better future. - January 15, 2015 - Move Your Mountain
10th Annual Tampa Bay Walk Now for Autism Speaks Will Take Place April 11 at Tropicana Field
The Central Florida Chapter of Autism Speaks, the world's leading autism science and advocacy organization, today announced that the 10th annual Tampa Bay Walk Now for Autism Speaks fundraising and awareness event will take place on Saturday, April 11, 2015 at Tropicana Field, home of Major League Baseball's (MLB) Tampa Bay Rays. - January 15, 2015 - Autism Speaks -Central Florida Chapter
Youth Group Gospel Camp 2015 Sponsored by Chinese Community Church of South Bay
The Chinese Community Church of South Bay, located in the Torrance area of Los Angeles County, will be having its annual Youth Group Gospel Camp from February 13, 2015 to February 16, 2015 at the Oak Glen Christian Conference Center in the San Bernardino Mountains area. For more information about the Chinese Community Church of South Bay Gospel Camp 2015, visit: http://www.cccsb.com/youth-group-gospel-camp-2015/. - January 15, 2015 - Chinese Community Church of South Bay
Start Your New Year’s Resolution Early at the Cardio Challenge
The Gateway Family YMCA – Rahway Branch is hosting a Cardio Challenge - January 15, 2015 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Heather Cozart, Partner, Dixon Hughes Goodman, to Speak at KC’s Broker Dealer Auditing: Understanding the New SEC and PCAOB Rules and Standards in 2015 Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Heather Cozart, Partner, DHG, will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled “Broker Dealer Auditing: Understanding the New SEC and PCAOB... - January 15, 2015 - The Knowledge Group
KHM Travel Group Ends a Record-Breaking Year with Worldwide Awards from Sandals & Karisma Resorts
KHM Travel Group had an award-winning December, in which the host travel agency received Karisma Hotels & Resorts awards for "Top Growth for Gourmet Inclusive Vacation Consultant" and "Top 10 El Dorado Royale Producer," along with a Sandals & Beaches award for "Top... - January 15, 2015 - KHM Travel Group
The Landings at Skidaway Island Earns Green Community Award from Audubon International
The Landings at Skidaway Island is the first community in Georgia to earn the Green Community Award for their ongoing sustainability initiatives. Members of Audubon International’s Sustainable Communities Program are eligible for the award, which recognizes significant environmental... - January 15, 2015 - Audubon International
CFO Council Launches Charleston Chapter
Accountants aren't known for being the most social or active networkers. But, one local CFO hopes to change that perception. "We are excited to launch a chapter of the CFO Council here in Charleston," said Robert Bendetti, Charleston CFO Council President. "This is an excellent... - January 15, 2015 - Charleston CFO Council
Nomination Period Now Open for 2015 "Top 10 Public Accounting Professionals" Awards
The National Academy of Public Accounting Professionals (NAPAP) is now accepting nominations for the 2015 "Top 10 Public Accounting Professionals" awards in each state. In addition, NAPAP is also accepting nominations for the newly established "Top 10 Public Accounting Professional... - January 15, 2015 - National Academy of Public Accounting Professionals
Church of Scientology Celebrates MLK Day by Joining with Churches for Joint Service
In honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Nashville churches are coming together for a joint service on Sunday, January 18, from 2-4pm. - January 15, 2015 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
DBIA Elects Peter M. Kinsley 2015 National Board Chair
DBIA Announces 2015 Board of Directors; Peter M. Kinsley, President of Haskell’s Government & Public Services Group will serve as DBIA’s National Chairman of the Board. The Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA), the only organization that defines, teaches, and promotes best... - January 14, 2015 - DBIA
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Donna K. Neal as Professional of the Year
Donna K. Neal, of Midland, Texas, has recently been recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Business Development and Banking. - January 14, 2015 - Strathmore Who's Who
Food Bank of South Jersey, BJ’s Charitable Foundation Team to Provide 19 Pantries with Infrastructure Upgrades
Critically-Needed Refrigeration Equipment Increases Capacity to Distribute Nutrient-Rich, Perishable Foods - January 14, 2015 - Food Bank of South Jersey
Matthew 25: Ministries Continues Recovery and Rebuilding Assistance Five Years After Haiti Earthquake
Matthew 25: Ministries, an international humanitarian aid and disaster relief organization located in Cincinnati, OH continues to support recovery and rebuilding in Haiti five years after a devastating earthquake destroyed much of the capital of Port-au-Prince. Ongoing assistance includes shipments of supplies, medical missions, construction projects, micro-enterprise programs and educational enrichment. - January 14, 2015 - Matthew 25: Ministries
National Organization of Italian American Women Honors Three Wise Women at Providence Epiphany Fundraiser
This year, NOIAW will celebrate the achievements of Vittoria Pacifico-DeBenedictis, President of St. Mary’s Academy – Bay View, Lisa Silvestro Holley, Esq., Deputy Personnel Administrator for Labor Relations for the State of Rhode Island and Diana Franchitto, President and CEO of Home & Hospice Care of Rhode Island. - January 14, 2015 - National Organization of Italian American Women
Tara M. Lee, Co-Chair of Global Investigations, DLA Piper LLP to Speak at KC’s Event
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Tara M. Lee, Co-chair of Global Investigation, DLA Piper LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled “Uncovering the Secrets to... - January 14, 2015 - The Knowledge Group
Fruition Technology Labs, Houston Technology Center, Invent-It-2day™ Co-Host First Lean Invention Workshop in Houston Jan. 31
Fruition Technology Labs, Houston Technology Center and Invent-It-2day™ are proud to co-host the first Lean Invention™pat.pend. Workshop for inventors and innovators on Saturday, Jan. 31, from 8:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. at Houston Technology Center. During the interactive and... - January 14, 2015 - Fruition Technology Labs
New Mexico Bacteria Source Tracking Project Gains Media Attention
Some news organizations have featured in 2014 the microbial source tracking project undertaken by the San Juan Watershed Group in New Mexico. - January 14, 2015 - Source Molecular Corporation
Customized Uptime Solutions Announces New Office Location
Customized Uptime Solutions, Inc. (CUSI), has moved its corporate office to the heart of Westerville, Ohio. According to Craig Kalie, owner of CUSI, “This is a perfect time for us to relocate. With our continuously growing staff, this new beautiful location is ideal for us to maintain focus... - January 13, 2015 - CUSI
Sweet Celebrations Celebrates 100th Birthday Party
St. Louis non-profit agency marks sweet milestone. - January 13, 2015 - Sweet Celebrations
Nominations in the 2015 DollObservers.com Fashion Doll Awards Announced
Mattel, Barbie Collector, Integrity Toys, Tonner Doll Company, Superdoll Collectables, Kingdom Doll and more nominated for the 4th DollObservers.com Fashion Doll Awards. Public voting for the eventual winners is now open. - January 13, 2015 - DollObservers.com
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
Local Stage IV Colon Cancer Survivor, Sue Susz, Featured in “Gonna BEAT This Thing” Video to Inspire Those Living with Terminal Cancer
YES! Beat Liver Tumors Launches “Gonna BEAT This Thing” awareness campaign to create awareness and show that it is possible to say yes to hope and to live in spite of an advanced cancer diagnosis. - January 12, 2015 - Say YES to Hope
First Annual Voices of War Anthology to be Published by Veteran Publisher
The first annual VOW Anthology: Voices of War 2014 will be published by The War Writers’ Campaign later this year. An annual publication compiled of authors looking to give something back to their communities. It’s a collection highlighting their stories, their words, and an... - January 12, 2015 - The War Writers' Campaign, Inc.
Current Conditions Reflect Lower Growth Rates in Remodeling Industry
The National Association of the Remodeling Industry’s (NARI) released its fourth-quarter Remodeling Business Pulse (RBP) data of current and future remodeling business conditions that continue to point to growth. Currently 67 percent of remodelers nationwide are seeing growth compared to only 15 percent who are reporting declines. - January 12, 2015 - National Association of the Remodeling Industry
Morton Grove Chamber of Commerce Announces Event Featuring Speaker Wayne Messmer Hosted by the 4th Largest Audi Dealership in America on January 21st
The Morton Grove Chamber of Commerce Launches its 2015 "Lunch and Learn" Educational and Networking Program Featuring Chicago's Wayne Messmer (Broadcaster, Actor, Author & Businessman) along with Morton Grove's Community and Economic Development Director at McGrath Audi Morton Grove on Wednesday, January 21 at 12 noon. - January 12, 2015 - Morton Grove Chamber of Commerce
Joss Whedon (The Avengers, Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.) Donates $50,000 to Honor KNTR Co-Founder Nathan Fillion
Kids Need to Read (KNTR) sincerely thanks Mr. Joss Whedon for his extremely generous gift to the organization in the amount of $50,000. The contribution was made as a tribute to Whedon’s friend and colleague, KNTR co-founder Nathan Fillion. - January 11, 2015 - Kids Need to Read
The Knowledge Group Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on Cyber Security Litigation: What You Need to Know in 2015
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, announced today that it has scheduled a live webcast entitled: Cyber Security Litigation: What You Need to Know in 2015. This two-hour event is scheduled on January 13, 2015 at 10:00... - January 11, 2015 - The Knowledge Group
Nomadic Press of Oakland, CA, Announces Their Newest Volunteer, Justine tenZeldam, a Bay Area PR and Marketing Consultant
Nomadic Press recently welcomed Justine tenZeldam to their growing roster of volunteers and community supporters. She will be acting as the Press & Events Committee Chair for 2015 promoting their events and publications. - January 11, 2015 - Nomadic Press
David P. Grigsby Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
David P. Grigsby of Saint Louis, Missouri has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the fields of international business and investment consulting. About David P. Grigsby Mr. Grigsby has 40 years experience... - January 10, 2015 - Strathmore Worldwide
6th Annual EXPOSURE Concert Against Domestic Violence Announced
The annual, global concert uniting the world against domestic violence for 2015 has been confirmed, dates were announced this week. EXPOSURE Concert 6 will take place June 26-28, 2015. - January 10, 2015 - Love Shouldnt Hurt.TV
The Knowledge Group Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on ITAR to EAR: Mastering the Complexity and Maximizing the Benefits of the New Reform Rules in 2015 Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, announced today that it has scheduled a live webcast entitled: ITAR to EAR: Mastering the Complexity and Maximizing the Benefits of the New Reform Rules in 2015 Live Webcast. This... - January 10, 2015 - The Knowledge Group
Exceptional Children's Foundation Receives Grant from the Fred and June MacMurray Foundation
Exceptional Children’s Foundation (ECF) is pleased to announce the award of a grant from the Fred and June MacMurray Foundation. The grant will help support daily operating expenses, making it possible for ECF to improve the lives of children and adults with special needs. “ECF is... - January 10, 2015 - Exceptional Children's Foundation
Enable America Chairman Richard Salem Calls for Increased Vision Screening
Enable America founder and chairman Richard Salem called for increased efforts to detect vision loss at the 2015 Person of Vision Dinner to honor Jeff and Penny Vinik. Sponsored by Prevent Blindness Florida, the award was presented to the Viniks January 8 at Tampa’s Waterside Marriott... - January 10, 2015 - Enable America
Church of Scientology Hosts Songwriters’ Night for Freedom to Honor MLK Day
The Nashville Church of Scientology will host a special songwriters’ night to honor human rights and freedom on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Jan 19, 2015. - January 10, 2015 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Support Dogs Lives Up to the Challenge
St. Louis agency raises enough money to receive Oklahoma foundation's support. - January 10, 2015 - Support Dogs
Mark Your Calendars for the Hottest Festival of the Summer: The 14th Annual NC Blackberry Festival on July 11th
14th annual NC Blackberry Festival, scheduled for Saturday, July 11, 2015 from 10am to 4pm in Historic Lenoir. The festival will again fill historic Lenoir with outstanding festivities including the Colossal Cobbler Brigade Parade with the largest patchwork of delicious Blackberry Cobbler to be enjoyed by the festival goers, as well as the Blackberry Princess Pageant, Blackberry Eating Contests, Live Entertainment, Children's Activities and hundreds of artisan and food vendors. - January 10, 2015 - Caldwell Chamber of Commerce
Crowdfunding & Real Estate Projects in 2015 Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, brings together the world's leading authorities and industry participants through informative two -hour webcasts. It has scheduled a live webcast entitled: “Crowdfunding & Real Estate Projects in 2015 LIVE Webcast.”... - January 10, 2015 - The Knowledge Group
Jessica C. Abrahams, Partner, McKenna Long & Aldridge LLP to Speak at KC’s Event
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Jessica C. Abrahams, Partner, McKenna Long & Aldridge LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Health Care Fraud:... - January 10, 2015 - The Knowledge Group
Coming Home Rescue Will Hold Adoption Events for Homeless Dogs in January 2015
The non-profit dog rescue group will have multiple adoption events during the month of January at various pet store locations throughout Northern New Jersey. - January 09, 2015 - Coming Home Rescue
Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp) Caps off Record Year with Record Quarter of Growth
Research on the People Practices of High-Performance Organizations Drives Enterprise-Wide Subscriptions and Benchmarking Surveys - January 09, 2015 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
Professional Options Marks 20-Year Anniversary with a Year of Giveaways
Professional Options, a strategic leadership and management consulting firm, marks its 20th anniversary in 2015 with a full year of contests, giveaways and other festivities. The yearlong celebration is a way for the company to thank its clients and the community for contributing to its success,... - January 09, 2015 - Professional Options
Liz Wiseman, Leadership Expert, to Guest on Mariposa Leadership’s Popular Wise Talk Leadership Forum
Liz Wiseman, a Thinkers50 Top Leadership Thinker, will be interviewed by Sue Bethanis, CEO/Founder of Mariposa Leadership, on the popular Wise Talk Leadership Forum for executives on January 29, 2015. - January 09, 2015 - Mariposa Leadership, Inc.
The Institute of Professional Practice, Inc. Launches New Website to Promote Services for Adults and Children with Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities
The Institute of Professional Practice, Inc. (IPPI) today announced the launch of a new website designed to provide information on programs and services for adults and children with autism and other developmental disabilities in Connecticut, Maryland (dba Mid-Atlantic Human Service Corp.), Massachusetts and New Hampshire. - January 09, 2015 - The Institute of Professional Practice Inc.
First Autism Speaks National Capital Area Corporate Breakfast in Richmond to be Held at McGuireWoods February 12, 2015
The National Capital Area chapter of Autism Speaks, the world’s leading autism science and advocacy organization, will hold the first area Autism Speaks Corporate Breakfast in Richmond, VA on Thursday, February 12, 2015 at McGuireWoods. - January 09, 2015 - Autism Speaks National Capital Area
Creative Therapy Options for Tourette Syndrome and Anxiety Disorders Webinar January 21
NJ Center for Tourette Syndrome presents Wednesday Webinar series for parents, educators and healthcare professionals. - January 09, 2015 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome