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Debra S. Friedman, Member, Cozen O’Connor 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 Debra S. Friedman, Member, Cozen O’Connor will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “OFCCP Compliance Issues: Ever-Increasing Employment Obligations on Federal Contractors LIVE Webcast.” This event is scheduled for Thursday, December 11, 2014 from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM (ET). - October 18, 2014 - The Knowledge Group
Victory Over Stroke Symposium Set for November 13, 2014
The Stroke Association of Florida Announces Sarasota, Florida’s Fifth Annual "Victory Over Stroke" Symposium. - October 18, 2014 - The Stroke Association Of Florida
Leading Mobile BI Solutions Provider Forerunner Software Gears Up for the Premier Microsoft SQL Server Conference Focused on Empowering the Global SQL Server Community
Forerunner Software is taking its message of cost effective mobile BI for the masses to the Professional Association for SQL Server (PASS), when the world’s largest conference of SQL Server and BI professionals returns to the Washington State Convention & Trade Center in Seattle, WA, November 4-7, 2014. - October 18, 2014 - Forerunner Software
Earth Mom to the Rescue
Earth Mom offers an important new social media icon designed to provide the world with a means of motivating global commerce into becoming much more accountable for their environmental impact, to the citizens of the world who purchase their products. - October 17, 2014 - EarthMom.org
It’s Bullying Prevention Month and the Solution is Not Punishment, Blame or Shame
Free2Luv, a nonprofit that offers a place where youth are empowered, individuality is celebrated, bullying is not tolerated and luv rocks shares their vision for a bully-free world. - October 17, 2014 - Free2Luv
Muslims for Ohio Political Action Committee Invites Candidates Sen. Nina Turner & Rep. Connie Pillich to Break the Ice with the Ohio Muslim Community
Muslims for Ohio Political Action Committee (MOPAC) is hosting a free Meet & Greet event with candidate for Secretary of State, Sen. Nina Turner, and candidate for State Treasurer, Rep. Connie Pillich, this Sunday afternoon beginning at 4:00 p.m., October 19th at Monaco’s Palace in... - October 17, 2014 - Muslims for Ohio Political Action Committee
Broward Meals on Wheels to Celebrate 30th Anniversary and Engage Community at "Destination" Soiree
Proceeds/Sponsorships to Benefit BMOW Programs - October 17, 2014 - Meals on Wheels South Florida
Live Broadcast - NYU School of Medicine’s Breast Reconstruction: State of the Art for CME Credit (November 21 - 22, 2014)
VeoMed and The NYU School of Medicine are proud to offer the live broadcast and on-demand access of NYU’s Breast Reconstruction: State of the Art (November 21 - 22, 2014) for 15.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ . Watch NYU’s Breast Reconstruction: State of the Art, live online by... - October 17, 2014 - VeoMed LLC
3 Reasons to Dine with Friends of Karen and Mamma Rosa on November 3
The owners of Mamma Rosa Ristorante present a lovingly prepared dinner with wine to thank Friends of Karen for their support when their son battled cancer. - October 17, 2014 - Friends of Karen
Filmmaker Darla Rae to Help World War II Veteran Tell His Story of Honor and Love in "The French American"
Filmmaker to help WWII Veteran tell his story from 70 years ago. People took his money and didn't do the job, so now they're going to do it with the help of others. - October 16, 2014 - Film It Productions
Author Brian F. Martin Reaches Out to Help Adults Recover from Childhood Domestic Violence
Brian F. Martin is on a mission to move beyond "awareness" and into healing for adults who grew up with domestic violence at home. His book, "Invincible: The 10 Lies You Learn Growing Up with Domestic Violence, and the Truths to Set You Free," was published just in time to help this year's domestic violence awareness campaigns make a real difference. - October 16, 2014 - CDV – Children of Domestic Violence
SEAMS Conference to Highlight Fast-Growing Opportunities of Made in USA
The SEAMS Fall 2014 Networking Conference will focus on how apparel, textile and sewn products manufacturers, brands, retailers and suppliers can take advantage of the tangible opportunities of consumer demand for domestic products and services. The agenda features key industry issue presentations, panel discussions, and networking opportunities. - October 16, 2014 - SEAMS Association
Elvenia Dykes Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Elvenia Dykes of North Chesterfield, Virginia has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of construction. About Elvenia Dykes Ms. Dykes has over 10 years experience in the construction field. She is... - October 16, 2014 - Strathmore Worldwide
ILHA Fast Forward 2020 Conference Report Back
The International Luxury Hotel Association Fast Forward 2020 Conference held in Washington DC, Sept. 22-23, at the Gaylord National Resort and Conference Center, was a tremendous success. - October 16, 2014 - International Luxury Hotel Association
SPI Study Abroad Announces Its 2014-2015 Early Application Deadline
Leading quality provider of high school study abroad programs announces its early deadline for 2014-2015 summer program applicants. - October 16, 2014 - SPI Study Abroad
Women Business Leaders to Relate Inspiring Stories at Nov. 7 WEF Scholarship Breakfast
Four dynamic, local, women business leaders will share their inspiring stories at the “Creating Fearless Leaders” Scholarship Breakfast on Nov. 7 from 7-9 a.m. The event will be held at the ASU Kerr Cultural Center and is presented by the Women’s Enterprise Foundation (WEF). - October 16, 2014 - NAWBO Phoenix
SSMAC Sails the Seven Seas: A Spooky Nautical Halloween Adventure
The Junior Committee of the Soldiers' Sailors' Marines' Coast Guard's & Airmen's Club cordially invites you to it's annual Halloween spooktravakanza. Come dressed in your finest garb as, 'SSMAC Sails the Seven Seas: A spooky nautical adventure'. Saturday, October 25, 2014 7:00pm -... - October 16, 2014 - SSMAC
SWACHA Announces 2nd Annual Executive Leadership Payments Summit on November 6
Industry Executives Will Discuss the Future of the Payments Industry - October 16, 2014 - SWACHA
Coming Home Rescue Hosts 4th Annual Halloween Dog Party and Costume Parade at Parks Lake in Rockaway, NJ
Coming Home Rescue, a 501(c)3 non-profit dog rescue organization, will host the 4th Annual Halloween Party and Costume Parade at Parks Lake, Mt. Hope Road, Rockaway, NJ, on Sunday, October 26 from 11am-2pm. Tickets are $5 for adults and free for children and dogs. All proceeds benefit Coming Home... - October 16, 2014 - Coming Home Rescue
Junior Achievement of Central Carolinas and Accountants One Partner in the Search for Charlotte’s Funniest Accountant
Youth Nonprofit Teams with Full-Service Recruiting Firm for Night of Financial Funnies. - October 16, 2014 - Junior Achievement of Central Carolinas
Last Week to Apply: Thailand Fellowship for Young Leaders Interested in Peace-Building
Last week to apply for Peace Revolution’s International Fellowship in Thailand. Interested in learning more about peace-building through the practice of mindfulness & meditation? Apply for a two weeks intensive training before the 19th of October and learn more about conflict transformation, non-violent communication & increasing emotional intelligence in a serene scenery on an island in Thailand. Food, accommodation & participation fee fully covered; partial airfare support. http://bit.ly/1vW2d - October 16, 2014 - World Peace Initiative / Peace Revolution
Kippah.com to Unveil Exclusive Wedding Yarmulkes
Kippah is one of the cherished icons of the Jewish community and defines its presence brilliantly throughout the world. - October 16, 2014 - Kippah
Senator Ron Johnson Scheduled to Visit Waukesha Food Connection
Senator Ron Johnson will visit the Waukesha Food Connection at True Life Church this Friday, October 17, from 4 to 5p.m., according to a church official. Senator Johnson plans to speak with families in need and help volunteer handing out food. - October 15, 2014 - True Life Church
Europe’s Most Innovative Cleantech Start-Ups Compete for €65,000 Funding in Valencia, Spain on 31 October
Overall the competition provides a total of €425,000 in funding to EU start-ups to further develop their ventures; Participating companies capable of delivering global impact on sustainability by transforming cleantech ideas into commercial success; Finalists include an app to help electric vehicles locate charging points, an aquaculture and hydroponics system for sustainable urban farms, and a technology that transforms vibrations into electricity. - October 15, 2014 - Climate-KIC
Texas Self Storage Association Holds Annual Conference in Fort Worth
The Texas Self Storage Association (TSSA) is holding its annual conference on Oct. 26 - 28 at the Fort Worth Convention Center. The opening keynote is Scott Klososky, thought leader, author and entrepreneur. Dean Jernigan, former CEO of CubeSmart and Storage USA, will share his best advice from his 30-year self-storage journey. The conference features five tracks, How-to Tech Talks, a trade show with top suppliers, manager-specific training and special sessions for owners and developers. - October 15, 2014 - Texas Self Storage Association
British Library Appoints Digirati to Deliver "Universal Player"
Digirati have been appointed to develop a "universal player" for content provided through the British Library’s website for a range of exciting content including printed books, manuscripts, maps and digitised images stored in the British Library’s Digital Library system. - October 15, 2014 - Digirati
Louisville-Based FoodCare to Help Health Associations Drive Dramatic Improvements in Nutrition Literacy, Community Engagement
Next-Generation Clinical Nutrition Guidance Platform to Seamlessly Connect Patients and Caregivers with Personalized Nutrition Information. - October 15, 2014 - FoodCare Inc.
Greenhouse GO Launches CarbonPlanner Web App for California Land Planners
New web app measures and forecasts carbon emissions for new land use proposals. - October 15, 2014 - Greenhouse GO
Bill Medley, KT Tunstall and David Ryan Harris to Perform at Dream Foundation’s 13th Annual Celebration of Dreams Gala
Award-winning performers take the stage to support the Dream Foundation on November 8th at the Bacara Resort & Spa in Santa Barbara, California. - October 15, 2014 - Dream Foundation
Patrick Burke, Counsel, Reed Smith LLP to Speak at Knowledge Congress’ Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Patrick Burke, Counsel, Reed Smith LLP will speak at a 2-hour webcast entitled “Merger Investigations: The Benefits of Technology-Assisted Document... - October 15, 2014 - The Knowledge Group
Laura L. Gavioli, Partner, Dentons to Speak at KC’s Tax Controversy: Handling Audits, Appeals, Litigation, and Collections for Clients Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Laura L. Gavioli, Partner, Dentons will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Tax Controversy: Handling Audits, Appeals,... - October 15, 2014 - The Knowledge Group
Mark Dostal, Director, Government Contracts Practice, PwC to Speak at the Knowledge Group’s DCAA "Hot Buttons": 2014 Update Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Mark Dostal, Director, Government Contracts Practice, PwC will speak at the Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “DCAA "Hot Buttons":... - October 15, 2014 - The Knowledge Group
Hyper-Flexibility Critical in Always Connected Social World
Ted Coiné, author of the new book, A World Gone Social, joins the November 6 Today's Hotbed: Social, Technology and Strategy panel for World Strategy Week. The Chairman and Founder of Switch and Shift, and a Forbes Top 10 Social Influencer, Coiné brings a fascinating perspective to the panel, Today's Hotbed: Social, Technology and Strategy. His focus on how social media has fundamentally changed the way businesses innovate, build teams, and serve customers speaks to the importance of change. - October 15, 2014 - World Strategy Week
South Carolina, Texas Motorcyclists Ride for Kids with Brain Tumors
Ride for Kids motorcyclists in South Carolina and Texas raised more than $152,000 for the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation on Oct. 12. More than 500 riders attended the events in Lexington and Fort Worth to honor the Stars, local children with brain tumors: Anna, Ashley, Aynsley, Benjamin,... - October 15, 2014 - Ride for Kids
Santa to the Sea to Donate $5 for Every Runner That Registers to Run in October to the National Breast Cancer Foundation
In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Santa to the Sea will donate $5 for every person that registers for the race during the month of October to the National Breast Cancer Foundation. “It’s sad, but everyone knows someone who has been affected by this illness,” said Mike... - October 15, 2014 - Santa to the Sea
National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship Names 2014 Entrepreneurial College and Entrepreneurial President at 12th Annual Conference
Today at its 12th Annual Conference, the National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship today named Long Beach Community College District as its 2014 Entrepreneurial College and Shari Olson of South Mountain Community College in Phoenix as its 2014 Entrepreneurial President. - October 15, 2014 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
The National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship Honors Entrepreneur & Community Leader John Chemaly with Lifetime Achievement Award
John Chemaly, an entrepreneur and community leader in Massachusetts' Merrimack Valley, was honored today with a Lifetime Achievement Award at the 12th Annual Conference of the National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship. - October 15, 2014 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
Drug-Free South Reaches Out with the Truth About Drugs
To protect the youth from the disastrous effects of abusing drugs, the Drug-Free South team is bringing the truth directly to students and the community across Tennessee. - October 15, 2014 - Drug Free South
Alan S. Cooper, Of Counsel, Wiley Rein LLP to Speak at KC’s Trademark Litigation in Light of B&B Hardware, Inc. v. Hargis Industries, Inc. Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Alan S. Cooper, Of Counsel, Wiley Rein LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Trademark Litigation in Light of B&B... - October 15, 2014 - The Knowledge Group
National Timeshare Owners Association CEO Elected to CRDA Board of Directors
The Canadian Resort Development Association (CRDA) announced the appointment of Gregory G. Crist, to the Board of Directors prior to the opening of the Canadian Resort Conference, which was held in Toronto Canada on September 22nd and 23rd 2014. This marks the first time in CRDA’s history... - October 15, 2014 - National Timeshare Owners Association
National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship Honors Student Entrepreneurs at 12th Annual Conference
Five outstanding student entrepreneurs are being honored at the 12th Annual Conference of the National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship, being held this week in Phoenix, Arizona. - October 14, 2014 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship Honors Three Community College Alumni for Their Entrepreneurial Achievements
Community college alumni from Florida, Texas and Wisconsin are being honored for outstanding entrepreneurial achievements at the 12th Annual Conference of the National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship, underway this week in Phoenix, Arizona. - October 14, 2014 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship Names 2014 Intuit Impact Award Winners
Two Florida educators honored for work in entrepreneurship education and support at the 12th Annual Conference of the National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship, underway this week in Phoenix, Arizona. - October 14, 2014 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
Prevention Plus Wellness to Provide Free Prevention Programs to Non-Profits
Prevention Plus Wellness is providing non-profit organizations with free evidence-based prevention and health programs, thanks to an anonymous gift of $25,000. Prevention Plus Wellness is now accepting requests from US non-profits for a free set of its evidence-based SPORT Prevention Plus Wellness Program and training materials. SPORT is the only existing youth prevention program that cost-effectively links healthy behavior promotion with drug use prevention by targeting positive youth images. - October 14, 2014 - Prevention Plus Wellness, LLC
MaleSurvivor Statement in Response to Sayreville, NJ Football Abuse Scandal
MaleSurvivor Executive Director Christopher M. Anderson releases statement in support of the survivors in Sayreville; statistics for male sexual victimization; resources available for survivors and their families. Contact information for media included. - October 14, 2014 - MaleSurvivor: National Organization against Male Sexual Victimization
Alex Purvis, Partner, Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP to Speak at the Knowledge Group’s Data Breach Insurance Coverage: Critical Issues Explored Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Alex Purvis, Partner, Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP will speak at the Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “Data Breach Insurance Coverage:... - October 14, 2014 - The Knowledge Group
Celebrating the Third Anniversary of Forest of Angels
The third anniversary event kicks off on November 5, 2014 at Bahama Breeze restaurant in Sunrise. Tree sponsors, event sponsors and vendors are welcomed to take part in the celebration dinner and meet the Forest of Angels founders. - October 13, 2014 - Forest of Angels Inc
LESC Announces Its Third Permanent Supportive Congregate Housing Initiative
Lower Eastside Service Center (LESC), Inc. announced today the Grand Opening of Franklin Avenue Residence, its third permanent supportive congregate housing initiative in New York City. The newly constructed apartment building will provide eligible New Yorkers with affordable, permanent housing... - October 12, 2014 - Lower Eastside Service Center
Dream Jamaica Launches October Giving Campaign Coffee Cup Challenge
Dream Jamaica, a 501 C (3) charitable organization dedicated to helping Jamaican youth achieve their dreams, launched its annual fall fundraising activity. For the month of October, Dream Jamaica has issued a Coffee Cup Challenge to existing and potential donors. The Challenge asks donors to sacrifice the cost of a single cup of coffee and donate that amount to Dream Jamaica. - October 12, 2014 - Dream Jamaica
Pure Brandz Reveals Four New Colours for 2015
Pure Brandz, a leading manufacturer of premium quality outerwear that is 100% waterproof, 100% windproof, 100% recyclable, and offers optimal breathability in the most demanding weather conditions, today proudly announced the release of its 2015 range of Pure Snow and Pure Mountain Jackets and Pants with four new colours and RECCO reflectors joining the line-up. - October 12, 2014 - Pure Brandz