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Colorado Medical Device Company, dBMEDx, Wins the Venture Showcase Competition at BioWest 2014
dBMEDx (Littleton, CO) won the Venture Showcase competition at the 2014 BioWest Conference & Expo, which is organized by the Colorado BioScience Association (CBSA). Three finalists competed for the $7,500 cash prize, presenting their technologies and business plans in front of a live audience to a panel of bioscience experts and venture capitalists. - September 13, 2014 - Colorado BioScience Association
Startup that Offers Non-Profits Free Creative Work to Launch Sept 15th
Art Heroes, a philanthropic startup that matches digital media students from around the world with nonprofit causes in need of design, web and video content, will officially launch on Monday, September 15th. “In today's world, important causes can only get the word out with great digital... - September 13, 2014 - Art-Heroes.Org
DAE and Youngcare Partner Up to Change Young Lives
Award-winning holiday exchange provider, DAE, is rolling out a new initiative in partnership with Youngcare that will turn holiday guests’ spare change into life-changing donations for young people in care around Australia. The Spare Change initiative will be rolled out to DAE exchange... - September 13, 2014 - Dial An Exchange
Autism Aid Expanded to San Joaquin County Through Local Carlos Vieira Foundation Grant Program
Children with Autism receive educational and medical necessities as part of foundation grant in Central California. - September 12, 2014 - Carlos Vieira Foundation
American Venous Forum - 27th Annual Meeting Call for Abstracts Deadline Extended to September 12, 2014
The American Venous Forum (AVF) will hold its 27th Annual Meeting on February 25-27, 2015 in Palm Springs, CA. The AVF Annual Meeting offers high-quality scientific analysis to physicians interested in research, education and clinical investigation in the field of venous diseases. AVF encourages all of its colleagues to participate in the program by submission of a formal abstract. Submissions can be made by visiting www.veinforum.org. The deadline has been extended to September 12, 2014. - September 12, 2014 - American Venous Forum
American Venous Forum - SERVIER Traveling Fellowship Deadline Extended to September 12, 2014 - Fellows Encouraged to Apply
The American Venous Forum (AVF) will hold its 27th Annual Meeting on February 25-27, 2015 in Palm Springs, CA. The AVF Annual Meeting offers high-quality scientific analysis to physicians interested in research, education and clinical investigation in the field of venous diseases. The Servier Traveling Fellowship is open to fellows and residents in a vascular training program in the continental United States. Fellows/Residents must submit an abstract in order to apply for the fellowship. - September 12, 2014 - American Venous Forum
CVENT Joins Hyatt Team on ILHA Fast Forward 2020 Conference Session
Bharet Malhotra of CVENT will be moderating Tristan Dowell and Kenneth Villamil's session entitled "Design and Guest Experience Now and into the Future" at the ILHA conference in this month. - September 12, 2014 - International Luxury Hotel Association
NC Secretary of State Elaine Marshall Reveals “What Women Can Do to Get Beyond Debt Sales Pitches"
Elaine F. Marshall featured speaker at the Women's Power Networking Power Lunch September 12, 2014 in Raleigh. Topic: "Discover Clout: What's in your Pocketbook? - September 12, 2014 - Women's Power Networking
Workshop Helps Businesses Get Access to Financing
Local companies invited to learn how to secure funds for innovation, growth and expansion. - September 12, 2014 - Marlborough Economic Development Corporation
Chase D. Kaniecki, Attorney, Kirkland & Ellis 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 Chase D. Kaniecki, Attorney, Kirkland & Ellis LLP will speak at the Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “Export Controls and Economic... - September 12, 2014 - The Knowledge Group
David Stone, Managing Partner, Stone & Magnanini LLP to Speak at KC’s Legal Series 2014: International Securities Litigation Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that David Stone, Managing Partner will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Legal Series 2014: International Securities Litigation... - September 12, 2014 - The Knowledge Group
Bishop Donald M. Hilliard Lead Pastor, Cathedral International, Perth Amboy, NJ Faith, Freedom and Ferguson
Bishop Hilliard of The Cathedral International in Perth Amboy, NJ comments on the controversial situation taking place in Ferguson, MO of an unarmed Black teenager that was summarily slain by a white police officer in the middle of the street, in broad daylight, just a few blocks from his home. While the narrative has been all over the map as to what transpired leading up to Mike Brown's death, the sad reality is that a police officer shot and killed an unarmed man. - September 11, 2014 - Bishop Hilliard
Partnership for Philanthropic Planning of Lee County Presents “What’s Your Planned Giving IQ?”
The Partnership for Philanthropic Planning (PPP) of Lee County will present “What’s Your Planned Giving IQ?” at the Thursday, September 25, 2014 meeting. Attendees will have the opportunity to find out where they stand in planned giving knowledge compared to other fundraisers by... - September 11, 2014 - Partnership for Philanthropic Planning Lee Count
Wakeup Calls: mHealth Bridging Cross-Border Divides at World Medical Tourism & Global Healthcare Congress
Billion-dollar technology industry showcased at "Medical Silk Road" mobile health conference, Sept. 20-24, 2014, in Washington, D.C. - September 11, 2014 - Medical Tourism Association™
Craft Cocktail Competition Comes to Orinda
Orinda Arts Council Hosts Art of Mixology craft cocktail competition and tasting fundraiser on October 25, 2014 at Orinda Theatre Square. - September 11, 2014 - Orinda Arts Council
Generation Humanity to Host Lung Force Los Angeles Walk Kick Off Party Benefiting the American Lung Association
Media Alert: September 13 Event Will Raise Awareness for Inaugural Lung Force Los Angeles Walk - September 11, 2014 - American Lung Association in California
Channel Islands Harbor Dredging Start Date Set
Record Amount of Sand to Flow to Hueneme Beach, scheduled for Oct. 1, 2014. - September 11, 2014 - Channel Islands Harbor
National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship Names President of Maricopa Corporate College to Board
Eugene Giovannini, president of Maricopa Corporate College in Scottsdale, Arizona, is named to the board of the National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship. - September 11, 2014 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
Korean Wave Crests: Medical Korea Sponsoring World Medical Tourism & Global Healthcare Congress
Government-launched initiative to showcase revamped medical infrastructure at health travel conference, Sept. 20-24, 2014, in Washington, D.C. - September 11, 2014 - Medical Tourism Association™
The Addictions Academy is Offering a Grant for Intervention Certification
The Addictions Academy is pleased to offer 10 individuals a grant to attend their intervention training in Miami in October 2014. - September 11, 2014 - The Addictions Academy
Hon. Fred Foreman Retained as Special Counsel by Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes
Former jurist to provide guidance to Board of Directors on corporate compliance, governance and other issues. - September 10, 2014 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
Safety Center's Youth-Led Teen Safe Driving Campaigns Receive an Allstate Foundation Grant in California
High School Students Are Empowered to Lead Positive Teen Safe Driving Campaigns - September 10, 2014 - Safety Center
ELEQT and Curaçao Tourist Board Bring the Caribbean to New York with "Business as Unusual" Event at The Attic Rooftop & Lounge
ELEQT.com supported by the Curaçao Tourist Board and JetBlue bring the Caribbean to New York with an exclusive invitation-only "Business as Unusual" networking event during the New York Fashion Week. - September 10, 2014 - ELEQT
Agenda Set for the Seventh Annual Amsterdam SuperMeet
The agenda has now been set for the Seventh Annual Amsterdam SuperMeet, to take place during IBC2014 on Sunday, 14 September 2014 at the Hotel Krasnapolsky in Amsterdam. The SuperMeet agenda will feature film editors Maryann Brandon and Mary Jo Markey as well as user driven presentations from Blackmagic Design, Adobe, iZotope, Atomos, and HP. - September 10, 2014 - lafcpug
Waste Management Awards OKC Beautiful with Think Green® Grant
Eight communities nationwide receive grants of $10,000 to support local projects. - September 10, 2014 - OKC Beautiful
Columbia Comeback: New Latin America Hotspot Sponsors World Medical Tourism & Global Healthcare Congress
Medical tourism revenues top $216 million last year, marking 61 percent increase from 2012, according to Proexport Colombia, backer of health travel conference, Sept. 20-24, 2014, in Washington, D.C. - September 10, 2014 - Medical Tourism Association™
i4cp Named to the Inc. 500|5000 List of Fastest-Growing Private Companies for Fourth Consecutive Year
For the fourth successive year, Inc. Magazine has included the Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp) on its exclusive list of the fastest-growing private companies in the United States. The annual Inc. 500|5000 list represents the best independent entrepreneurs in the U.S. across a wide range... - September 10, 2014 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
Healthy Hands, Inc. Accepting Donations
Healthy Hands Inc. has started accepting donations for its series of non-profit hand-hygiene campaigns in India set to begin in April 2015. Healthy Hands’ goal is to raise $10,000 by April in order to fund educational workshop, fund original research and stock supplies for Calcutta Mercy Hospital. - September 10, 2014 - Healthy Hands Inc
Third Consecutive Participant of the First Tee of the Triangle Selected to Play in 2014 Nature Valley First Tee Open
Local Student Jonathan Paulson Chosen to Represent Triangle Chapter at National Golf Tournament in Pebble Beach, California - September 10, 2014 - First Tee Of The Triangle
Ask a Patient: Live Interactive Webcast Streaming Global Contacts at World Medical Tourism Congress
Interactive online discussion connects health travelers with healthcare providers -- hospitals, doctors, insurance executives, medical tourism facilitators -- Sept. 23, 2014, in Washington, D.C. - September 10, 2014 - Medical Tourism Association™
Puget Sound Riders Raise Money for Kids with Brain Tumors
Motorcyclists at the 22nd Puget Sound Ride for Kids raised more than $65,000 for the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation on Sept. 7. More than 200 riders attended the event in Carnation, Wash., to honor our local children with brain tumors. The Puget Sound Stars were Allison, Andrew, Claire, Olivia... - September 10, 2014 - Ride for Kids
Local Nephrologist Gives Update on Polycystic Kidney Disease Research
Nephrologists are working towards an improved understanding of how to prevent the progression of kidney disease. Dr. Scott Brimble will discuss potential new therapies for polycystic kidney disease (PKD) and polycystic liver disease. - September 10, 2014 - Hamilton Chapter, PKD Foundation of Canada
Kristopher W. J. Roberts Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Kristopher W. J. Roberts of Annapolis, Maryland has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of entertainment. About Kristopher W. J. Roberts Mr. Roberts has, over the past 20 years, been influenced by... - September 09, 2014 - Strathmore Worldwide
Karl C. Ross Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Karl C. Ross of Chicago, Illinois has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of education. About Karl C. Ross Mr. Ross has over 15 years experience in the education field. He is the External... - September 09, 2014 - Strathmore Worldwide
2014 Pinnacle Book Achievement Award Current Winners
Announcing the Summer 2014 Pinnacle Book Achievement Award Winners - September 09, 2014 - NABE (North American Bookdealers Exchange)
First Ever Bhutan International Festival in the Himalayas – Feb 14-23, 2015 Brings Together 10 Days of Arts, Music, Film, a Full and Half Marathon, TED Talks and More
First Ever International Festival in The Himalayan Kingdom of Bhutan – Feb 14-23, 2015 - September 09, 2014 - Bhutan International Festival
New Jersey High School Girl Scout Makes a Big Impact for 2014 International Literacy Day
Pre-kindergarten children in New Brunswick’s The Tiny Tot Spot will soon know that Hunterdon Central Regional High School student Kai Dennis sees them as special when they receive their backpacks filled with school supplies. Kai Dennis decided to partner with the Global Literacy Project, Inc. (GLP) to provide the basics for the entire newly entering class. - September 09, 2014 - Global Literacy Project, Inc.
Early Learning Readiness Program Returning September 15, 2014
Program supports school readiness; provides informal family, friend or neighbor caregivers with skills to enhance and support the learning experiences of children in their care. - September 09, 2014 - The Gateway Family YMCA
The Gateway Family YMCA Rahway Branch Offers Sneak Peek Construction Tours
Exclusive Tours of Expansive Renovations Planned - September 09, 2014 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Todd G. Cosenza, Partner, Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP to Speak at KC’s Legal Series 2014: International Securities Litigation Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Todd G. Cosenza, Partner will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Legal Series 2014: International Securities Litigation Live... - September 09, 2014 - The Knowledge Group
Spectrum Resource Committee Announces Plans for the 2nd Annual Resource Fair and Conference
The Spectrum Resource Committee (SRC) of Brevard County, Florida has announced the date and location of the 2nd Annual “Beyond the Spectrum” Autism Conference and Resource Fair. May 9, 2015 11am-4pm Melbourne Auditorium Melbourne, Florida Last year’s conference featured 16 guest... - September 09, 2014 - Spectrum Resource Committee
2nd Annual ASME HM Capitol Mechanical Engineering & Energy Symposium at ESPlaza
ASME Capitol Mechanical Engineering & Energy Symposium at ESPlaza, Fri.10/17, 8-5; Panel with Paul Tonko; “Next-Gen Small/Modular Nuclear Reactors"; "Solar Energy Fuels Electric Cars”; NY STEAM Girls Collaborative; PDH/CEU credit; capitolmeandenergysymposium.brownpapertickets.com - September 09, 2014 - ASME Hudson Mohawk
The Gateway Family YMCA Announces New Officers
The Gateway Family YMCA Announces New Officers for the 2014-2015 Board of Directors - September 09, 2014 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Climate-KIC’s US Start-Up Tour Gives Europe’s Brightest Cleantech Start-Ups a Crash Course in Entrepreneurship
The Start-up Tour to Silicon Valley and the Boston area plays a crucial role in the growth of a global community of cleantech entrepreneurs and innovators and coincides with the release of Climate-KIC’s "Future of Cleantech" report which highlights new opportunities for investors and calls for greater cross border collaboration and "co-opetition" to help climate innovators and entrepreneurs reach their potential. - September 08, 2014 - Climate-KIC
The PBTF and "Show Us Your Gold" for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
This month an estimated 379 children and adolescents will be diagnosed with a brain tumor. Anyone can raise awareness about childhood cancer during September by joining the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation's "Show Us Your Gold" campaign. It's as easy as asking family members, neighbors,... - September 08, 2014 - Ride for Kids
Lasting Lesbian Love Talks Tele-Summit Free, Online, Attend from the Comfort of Home September 10-12, 2014
Lesbian Love Expert Offering Free, online advice on finding & nurturing lasting lesbian love. Sept 10-12 - Join them to listen to twelve experts and celebrities share advice. - September 08, 2014 - Lasting Lesbian Love
Registration Open for Tourette Syndrome Awareness Walk in Arlington, Virginia October 25 2014
Registration is open for the first Washington DC area Tourette Syndrome 5K Awareness Walk to be held at Bluemont Park in Arlington, Virginia on Saturday, October 25, 2014. The Walk will begin at 10am at Bluemont Park and will be followed by lunch and activities for the kids sponsored by the Tourette Syndrome Association of Greater Washington. The public is invited to participate in the Walk and can register or donate to support the event at www.tsagw.org. - September 08, 2014 - Tourette Syndrome Association of Greater Washington
Bartlett Nature Center to Host 5K Walk for Peace
In celebration of World Peace Day, Play for Peace and Bartlett Nature Center are hosting a 5K Walk for Peace. - September 08, 2014 - Play for Peace
National Podcast Day is September 30
The Podcast Turns 10 and it’s Time to Celebrate. The podcast, a digital audio file made available on the Internet for downloading or streaming to a computer or portable media player is ready to have its day of celebration with National Podcast Day September 30. - September 07, 2014 - Narrational Podcast Day
Sustainable Environmental Education Kickstarts Campaign to Grow Funds for New Program
Sustainable Environmental Education (SEE), a 501(c)(3) organization, has launched its first 60-day campaign on Indiegogo.com as part of its fundraising plan of raising $10,000 to launch its newest program - SEE My Garden Grow - in an effort to provide support and self-esteem for adults with... - September 07, 2014 - sustainable environmental education