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H. Stephen Harris, Jr., Partner, Winston & Strawn LLP to Speak at the Knowledge Group’s The U.S.-China Business Relationship Event
H. Stephen Harris, Jr., Partner, Winston & Strawn LLP to Speak at the Knowledge Group’s The U.S.-China Business Relationship – The Most Important Issues: A Complex Balancing Act Live Webcast. - July 21, 2014 - The Knowledge Group
Colorado BioScience Association Recognizes Amgen Foundation’s $25,000 Investment in STEM Education in Colorado’s Classrooms
Colorado BioScience Association (CBSA) is honored to announce the Amgen Foundation’s grant of $25,000 to the Colorado BioScience Institute (CBSI) in support of the Research Experience for Teachers (RET) program in Colorado’s science classrooms. The RET program is an intensive, 4 week, hands-on program in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) for 7th-12th grade teachers. - July 21, 2014 - Colorado BioScience Association
Jennifer McGrath is the First Huntington Beach Candidate to Qualify for the November Ballot
The Committee to Re-Elect Jennifer McGrath City Attorney announces that Jennifer McGrath officially became a candidate for City Attorney of Huntington Beach, California. Ms. McGrath successfully filed nomination papers with Huntington Beach City Clerk Joan L. Flynn qualifying Ms. McGrath to be... - July 21, 2014 - Committee to Re-Elect Jennifer McGrath City Attorney
BringChivalryBack.com Awards Its "Chivalry Role Model of the Month" to ABC-TV's Program "Modern Family," Actors Sarah Hyland and Rico Rodriguez
For incorporating stories demonstrating the value of chivalry, thus providing a positive message for young men and women, ABC's TV program "Modern Family" and cast members Sarah Hyland and Rico Rodriguez have been awarded the honor of "Chivalry Role Model of the Month" for July, 2014. The award, presented by BringChivalryBack.com, recognizes noteworthy gestures of chivalry, grandiose or small, which demonstrate the positive impact such gestures can have. - July 21, 2014 - Bring Chivalry Back
The Hawai‘i Herald Goes Online
The Japanese American Journal, printed locally for over three decades, launches its online edition today at TheHawaiiHerald.com. - July 21, 2014 - Hawaii Information Service
Tourette Syndrome Conference in Hampton, Virginia August 16
The Tourette Syndrome Association of Greater Washington will host a free one-day conference open to the public on Tourette Syndrome research, treatment and impact on families at the Sentara Careplex Hospital Conference Center on Saturday August 16 from 8:30am to 4pm. - July 21, 2014 - Tourette Syndrome Association of Greater Washington
Liberty Quest Foundation Has Teamed Up with the Open Church Foundation to Launch Its Streaming Faith Initiative for Inmates in the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP)
While Federal prisoners are free to practice their individual faiths, there is limited access to real-time ministries. New initiatives are underway using well established streaming audio technologies already in the prisons to bring ministries behind bars so prisoners have a gateway to hear and read the words of their religions. - July 20, 2014 - Liberty Quest Foundation Ltd
The Knowledge Group Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on Protecting Trade Secrets in a Collaboration: 2014 Updates
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: Protecting Trade Secrets in a Collaboration: 2014 Updates. This two-hour event is scheduled on July 25, 2014 at 10:00... - July 20, 2014 - The Knowledge Group
Last Chance to Register for Diversity Leadership Retreat
Deadline to register for the 2014 Diversity Leadership Retreat is July 23. - July 20, 2014 - The Society for Diversity
Michael Varnum, Managing Director, Kroll to Speak at KC’s Mitigating Bribery Risks with Financial Controls in 2014 Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Michael Varnum, Managing Director will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Mitigating Bribery Risks with Financial Controls in... - July 19, 2014 - The Knowledge Group
Benjamin Koplin, Senior Associate, Norton Rose Fulbright to Speak at the Knowledge Group’s "Sunshine Act: 2014 Risks and Strategies Live Webcast"
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Benjamin Koplin, Senior Associate, Norton Rose Fulbright will speak at the Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “Sunshine Act: 2014 Risks and... - July 19, 2014 - The Knowledge Group
Students Learn About Materials for Energy with the Smallpeice Trust
From 7th to 10th July, forty teenagers from across the UK have been learning about the global energy situation and the work of materials scientists and engineers as they try to meet global energy demands whilst reducing carbon emissions. Sponsored and hosted by Loughborough University, this four... - July 19, 2014 - The Smallpeice Trust
Christopher K. Larus, Partner, Robins, Kaplan, Miller & Ciresi LLP to Speak at KC’s Protecting Trade Secrets in a Collaboration: 2014 Updates Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Christopher K. Larus, Partner, Robins, Kaplan, Miller & Ciresi LLP will speak at the Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “Protecting Trade... - July 19, 2014 - The Knowledge Group
Crowdsourcing Initiative Successful for Book Profiling the Signers of the Declaration of Independence
Eastern National is proud to announce that their crowdsourcing initiative through the popular website Kickstarter.com was successful. The project was launched in April 2014 to fund a new edition of the only National Park Service publication that profiles the 56 signers of the Declaration of... - July 19, 2014 - Eastern National
Coleman Foundation Will Award Up to $150,000 in Grants at National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship Conference
September 5th is the deadline for NACCE's Entrepreneurial College in Action Competition Powered by the Coleman Foundation. Grants will be awarded at NACCE2014, to be held in Phoenix, Arizona, October 12-15, 2014. - July 19, 2014 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
High-Tech Donation Helps to Bridge Digital Divide
Electronic Recycling Association donates 50 computers to United Way Toronto. - July 19, 2014 - Electronic Recycling Association
The Knowledge Group Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on CERCLA, Property Damage and Personal Injury Claims Demystified
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: CERCLA, Property Damage and Personal Injury Claims Demystified. This two-hour event is scheduled on July 23, 2014 at... - July 19, 2014 - The Knowledge Group
Networking Organization Introduces Bundle Advertising Options for Small Businesses
Bundle Business Boost! Advertising and Marketing is a cost effective way for small businesses and entrepreneurs to market business offers and reach their targeted audiences. - July 19, 2014 - Westchester Networking for Professionals
Networking Group Offers Sizzling Summer Saving to Expose Your Business and Expand Your Network
Becoming active in organization like WNFP can maximize your marketing efforts in reaching your targeted audiences. - July 19, 2014 - Westchester Networking for Professionals
Updated Limited-Use and Disposable Coveralls Standard from ISEA Includes Expanded Sizing Chart
Expansion of the sizing chart accommodates majority of the working population, standard provides detailed tests that users can perform to further validate size. - July 19, 2014 - International Safety Equipment Association
SWACHA Services Corp and Guardian Analytics Announce Partnership to Provide Financial Institutions with Solutions to Prevent Payment Fraud & Unauthorized Account Access
The partnership will result in SWACHA members and SWACHA Services Corporation clients joining hundreds of institutions with access to proven behavioral analytics solutions to expand services with confidence, improve brand reputation, and streamline fraud operations. SWACHA Services Corporation... - July 19, 2014 - SWACHA
Business Architecture Guild Adds New Executive Team
New executive team brings senior governance and strategic planning skills to growing association focused on business architecture. - July 19, 2014 - Business Architecture Guild
MEDC Showcases Downtown Redevelopment Plans
Officials reveal the results of months of planning and rezoning efforts - July 19, 2014 - Marlborough Economic Development Corporation
Clubhouse International/Fountain House New York to Receive $1.5 Million Conrad N. Hilton Humanitarian Prize
Clubhouse International/Fountain House NY, a pioneering organization that has created a successful model to help those suffering from mental illness to reclaim their lives and realize their potential through work and the support of a caring community, has been selected to receive the 2014 Conrad N. Hilton Humanitarian Prize of $1.5 million. The annual award, the world’s largest humanitarian prize, to an organization that is doing extraordinary work to alleviate human suffering. - July 18, 2014 - Clubhouse International
US Government's "Feds Feed Families" Food Drive Partners with AmpleHarvest.org
As many as one million additional growers nationwide can share excess garden produce with a local food pantry. - July 18, 2014 - AmpleHarvest.org
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Sandra L. Marshall with Special Times Square Appearance
Sandra L. Marshall, of Calgary, Alberta, Canada, has recently been recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Corporate Secretarial Services. In honor of her accomplishments and professionalism, Ms. Marshall’s image was projected over Times Square, New York on July 15th, 2014. - July 18, 2014 - Strathmore Who's Who
Catherine M. Chastain Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Catherine M. Chastain of Helotes, Texas has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the medical field. About Catherine M. Chastain Ms. Chastain has almost 30 years experience in healthcare. She is a Family... - July 18, 2014 - Strathmore Worldwide
The Seven Summits Women's Team in Los Angeles, CA from Nepal, India
EmpowHer Institute and The International Visitors Council of Los Angeles (IVCLA), are hosting The Seven Summits Women's Team in Los Angeles, CA to help them get the word out about their organization. - July 18, 2014 - EmpowHer Institute
Book 'Em - a Gathering of Authors and Readers - A Fundraiser for Books to Prisons Project - Alabama
Free Event Aug. 2 Northport Civic Center 9 am - 5 pm The first-ever book event in West Alabama where the community can join local authors and book lovers for addresses, panel discussions and readings. The event will celebrate writing, honor book culture, and promote reading and literacy. Also... - July 18, 2014 - Books to Prisons Project - Alabama
Bradley Walz, Shareholder, Winthrop & Weinstine, P.A. to Speak at KC’s Effective Use of Surveys in Trademark Litigation in 2014 Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Bradley Walz, Shareholder, Winthrop & Weinstine, P.A. will speak at the Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “Effective Use of Surveys in... - July 18, 2014 - The Knowledge Group
KOSBE Offers Small Business Association (SBA) Certification Programs Workshop
The Small Business Association (SBA) will host a certification programs workshop on Tuesday, July 22 from 9 to 11 a.m. at your Kingsport Chamber of Commerce. The event is co-sponsored by the Kingsport Office of Small Business Development and Entrepreneurship (KOSBE) and Small Business Development... - July 18, 2014 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
i4cp Study: Organizational Agility Best Practices
A new study from the Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp) outlines four key recommendations for strengthening organizational agility, including confirmation that celebrating failure and rewarding risk is a hallmark of high-performance organizations. The demise of companies that once... - July 18, 2014 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
National Lekotek Center Announces New Sensory Sensitivity Product by Undercover Tape
The National Lekotek Center is a toy lending library and resource center for children with special needs and their families. The National Lekotek Center has collaborated with Undercover Tape to make families aware of a resource that can help their children with sensory sensitivities and... - July 18, 2014 - National Lekotek Center
NIRI President and CEO Jeffrey D. Morgan to Step Down
Board of Directors Forms CEO Search Committee. - July 18, 2014 - National Investor Relations Institute
Belynda Reck, Partner, Hunton & Williams LLP to Speak at KC’s CERCLA, Property Damage and Personal Injury Claims Demystified Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Belynda Reck, Partner will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “CERCLA, Property Damage and Personal Injury Claims Demystified... - July 18, 2014 - The Knowledge Group
Heather Wyckoff, Counsel, Haynes and Boone LLP to Speak at the Knowledge Group’s Hot Topics in National Futures Association Audits 2014 Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Heather Wyckoff, Counsel, Haynes and Boone LLP will speak at the Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “Hot Topics in National Futures Association... - July 18, 2014 - The Knowledge Group
Adam J. Ondrajka Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Adam J. Ondrajka of Marlette, Michigan and Columbus, Ohio has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of aviation. About Adam J. Ondrajka Mr. Ondrajka has 4 years experience in the aviation field. He... - July 17, 2014 - Strathmore Worldwide
Sharon Tower Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Sharon Tower of Columbus, Indiana has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of education. About Sharon Tower Ms. Tower has almost 20 years experience in the education field. She is the Dean of... - July 17, 2014 - Strathmore Worldwide
Joseph M. Charneske Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Joseph M. Charneske, CPA of Bannockburn, Illinois has been selected to be included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of accounting, tax and estate planning. About Joseph M. Charneske Mr. Charneske has been... - July 17, 2014 - Strathmore Worldwide
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Gonzalo Goicochea with Special Times Square Appearance
Gonzalo Goicochea, of Coral Gables, Florida, has recently been recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Biometrics. In honor of his accomplishments and overall professionalism, Mr. Goicochea’s image and information will be projected over Times Square in New York City on July 18th, 2014. - July 17, 2014 - Strathmore Who's Who
Blood Brothers Foundation Offers Vehicle Modifications for Spinal Cord Injury Survivors at No Cost
Colorado-based nonprofit, Blood Brothers Foundation, offers vehicle modification services to spinal cord injury survivors. Modifications include, but are not limited to, hand control devices and chair lifts. Blood Brothers Foundation is now accepting applications from individuals in financial... - July 17, 2014 - Blood Brothers Foundation
Join Finish for a Cure, Raise Money for the PBTF
Lace up and join the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation’s new endurance program, Finish for a Cure. Through Finish for a Cure, you can dedicate your race to raising funds to help cure one of the deadliest forms of childhood cancer. Each day, nearly 13 kids in this country are diagnosed with... - July 17, 2014 - Ride for Kids
Area High School Students Succeed at Prestigious YMCA Youth Conference on National Affairs
Four Austin-area high school students attended the YMCA Youth Conference on National Affairs (CONA), June 28 to July 3, 2014, at the YMCA Blue Ridge Conference Center in Black Mountain, North Carolina, where they gained hands-on experience presenting and debating legislative policy... - July 17, 2014 - YMCA of Austin
Stebbins Family Fund Awards $100,000 in Matching Grants to St. Clair and Lapeer County-Based Charities
Grants of $20,000 each were awarded to St. Clair and Lapeer county-based charities, including City of Port Huron Recreation Department, Kids in Distress Services, Literacy and Beyond, Stone Soup Food Pantry and Paul Mitchell-The School Great Lakes. - July 17, 2014 - Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan
2,400 New Jobs to be Created in Haiti - Love a Child to Open Largest Marketplace in Fond Parisien
As part of its program to help the people in Haiti to address the challenge of self-sustainability, Love A Child, a nonprofit based in Fort Myers, has announced nearly 2,400 new jobs could soon be added to the Haitian economy. The largest marketplace in Haiti, Gwo Mache’ Mirak, is set to open... - July 17, 2014 - Love A Child, Inc.
Brain Tumor Foundation for Children Joins PBTF as Georgia Chapter
Two of the biggest nonprofit organizations dedicated to fighting one of the deadliest forms of childhood cancer are joining forces. The Brain Tumor Foundation for Children will be the Georgia Chapter of the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation, the world’s largest nonprofit funder of childhood... - July 17, 2014 - Ride for Kids
Drug-Free South to Participate in National Night Out
Drug-Free South will participate in National Night Out Against Crime by distributing the Truth About Drugs booklets. - July 17, 2014 - Drug Free South
DirectWomen Presents Program at NAWL Annual Meeting on July 24 in New York City
Organization Formed to Position Women Lawyers to Serve on Boards of Public Companies Presents Program at The National Association of Women Lawyers Annual Meeting. - July 17, 2014 - DirectWomen
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Ashok Dutt as a Professional of the Year
Dr. Ashok Dutt, of Hudson, Ohio, has recently been recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry as a Professional of the Year for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the fields of Geography and City Planning. - July 16, 2014 - Strathmore Who's Who
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Linda R. Moniz
Farmingdale, N.Y. – Linda R. Moniz, of Saugus, Massachusetts, has recently been recognized as a VIP member by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the Medical Education field. - July 16, 2014 - Strathmore Who's Who