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Black Transmen, Inc Announces New Leadership
Black Transmen, Inc. continues to bring unprecedented awareness to the challenges facing the transgender community. The first national non-profit organization of African American Transmen excitedly presents their impressive new leadership for 2013-2014. - August 11, 2013 - Black Transmen, Inc
Nominations for Two INCOSE Foundation Awards Now Open
International Council on Systems Engineering Foundation Offers Awards for Applied Research, Project Management Partnerships - August 11, 2013 - INCOSE
Students Steer Towards Careers in Engineering with the Smallpeice Trust
From 24th to 26th July, fifty promising young engineers from Coventry and Warwickshire enjoyed a unique hands-on learning experience at Coventry University. Sponsored by the 29th May 1961 Charitable Trust and Coventry University and organised by educational charity, The Smallpeice Trust, the... - August 10, 2013 - The Smallpeice Trust
Students Are Aided in Their Understanding of Biomedical Engineering by the Smallpeice Trust
From 29th July to 1st August, twenty-four students from across the UK, attended a Biomedical Engineering course at the University of Southampton developed by The Smallpeice Trust, and generously sponsored by the Institute of Physics and Engineering in Medicine (IPEM). - August 10, 2013 - The Smallpeice Trust
Drug-Free South Makes a Difference at National Night Out
Drug-Free South, a chapter of the Foundation for a Drug-Free World, participated in Nashville's annual National Night Out against Crime on August 6th. - August 10, 2013 - Drug Free South
Joan Block of the Hepatitis B Foundation Honored by Viral Hepatitis Action Coalition of the Centers for Disease Control Foundation
Bucks County executive honored for national advocacy on behalf of healthcare workers and medical students fighting against discrimination. - August 10, 2013 - Hepatitis B Foundation
Teen Pleads for Safe Return of Her Missing Disabled Brother
Teen sister asks national media to help find her missing disabled brother Sean Sidi. - August 10, 2013 - Next of Kin Registry (NOKR)
Local Elks Lodge to Continue Charitable Work
Austin’s local Elks Lodge #201 will continue its community outreach this Saturday, August 10th. The members of the local Lodge will proceed with the scheduled trip for special needs children and adults of the Austin area to attend Morgan’s Wonderland in San Antonio. The chartered bus... - August 10, 2013 - Elk's Lodge #201
“Outside-the-Box” Entrepreneurs to Address Resource Constraints, Crop Shortages at Fifth Ag Innovation Showcase
Premier International Innovation event will bring together Ag’s industry leaders, capital providers and emerging entrepreneurs. - August 10, 2013 - Donald Danforth Plant Science Center
Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes Awards $10,000 Grant to Expand Veteran Job Opportunities Through IVET
Career transition workshops help wounded veterans prepare for civilian life. - August 09, 2013 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
Act!vate Brain & Body Inc. Adds to Advisory Board, Preps Series A Capital Raise
Act!vate Brain & Body, the first-of-its-kind brain and body fitness company, has added to its Advisory Board as it prepares for a Series A capital raise. - August 09, 2013 - Act!vate Brain & Body
Oakland’s Dragonboat Racing Festival is Set to Paddle It Out on August 10
Oakland Renegades to host the 2-day race to determine who will be representing the United States from this region at the 2014 International Dragonboat World Championships in Italy. - August 09, 2013 - Oakland Renegades
Street-Level Youth Media Presents Headliners Ball Benefit at Double Door Nightclub Chicago
On September 26th, Street-Level Youth Media of Chicago will be putting on a benefit at the local Double Door. In addition to an engaging program showcasing young talents, complete with auction and raffle items, the second half of this 7 hour extravaganza will consist of an electronic arts performance composed of featured headliners Helen Money, DJ Spooky, and Jeremy Ellis. - August 09, 2013 - Street-Level Youth Media
National Real Estate Investment Club Presents “How Real Estate Investors Can Become Invincible to Lawsuits” and Introduces New Real Estate Technology Called “Zyplistings”
National Real Estate Investment Club (NREI Club) welcomes Ray Kasbarian to introduce a new real estate technology called “Zyplistings” as well as Larry Oxenham to present “How Real Estate Investors Can Become Invincible to Lawsuits and Save Thousands in Taxes.” On August... - August 09, 2013 - National Real Estate Investment Club, Inc.
T.C.P.R. Presents a Night of Comedy with Luenell
T.C.P.R. will be conducting a VIP treatment Red Carpet Night of Comedy with Luenell. - August 09, 2013 - TCPR
Leah Young Announces Indiegogo Campaign
Today Artist-Healer Leah Young announced the launch of her crowd funding campaign (http://www.indiegogo.com/projects/project-arts-soul/x/1331402 or use short url: http://igg.me/at/artsandsoul) to open and operate an expressive arts healing studio in the community. - August 09, 2013 - Soul(Art)iculation
Equipping the Faithful for Back to School Time
Just in time for the new school year, the National Center for Life and Liberty announces the release of their book, "Making Sense of Religion in America’s Public Schools." Christian parents have questions: Can my child opt out of an offensive assignment? Is prayer still allowed... - August 09, 2013 - National Center for Life and Liberty
Lutz Hansen to Explain the International RFI-RFQ Process at NAFA Conference
Many of the top global fleet managers in the world will be faculty members for NAFA's 3rd Annual International Fleet Academy this October. - August 09, 2013 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Making Mental Health Stigma-Free, a Priority in Paramus, New Jersey
A “Stigma-Free Zone” has been created in Paramus, NJ by citizens, business leaders, and local government officials. - August 09, 2013 - Care Plus NJ, Inc.
Dial An Exchange Sponsors Upcoming Australian Timeshare Conference
Dial An Exchange (DAE), the world’s largest, privately owned Exchange Company, will once again support the Australian Timeshare & Holiday Ownership Council (ATHOC) annual conference by participating as a Gold Sponsor. The ATHOC Conference is Australia’s official timeshare trade... - August 09, 2013 - Dial An Exchange
Building an Industry: How Private and Public Partners Can Connect Through Offshore Wind
The business community is cordially invited to join the Business Network for Maryland Offshore Wind seminar titled, “Offshore Wind: Opportunities for the Eastern Shore, Ocean City, and Maryland’s Maritime Industry.” The event sponsors include Worcester County Economic Development... - August 09, 2013 - BizMDOSW
Home Staging Inventor Featured on Radio Talk Show
Barb Schwarz, The Creator of Home Staging®, recently shared her expertise on Houston Real Estate Radio. - August 09, 2013 - International Association of Home Staging Professional®
Biomass Assessment Study Offers New Opportunity for Cumberland and Franklin County Farmers
Five Cumberland and Franklin County dairy farm owners have the opportunity to reduce their waste management costs, through participation in a new biomass energy project funded by the West Penn Power Sustainable Energy Fund. Applications are being accepted through August 26 from farm owners who are... - August 09, 2013 - Farm Pilot Project Coordination, Inc.
Scientific Breakthrough in Carbon Nanotube Photonics
Ultraclean carbon nanotubes hold promise for advances in optical fiber communications, solar cells and LEDs - August 09, 2013 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Join Puppy Love Caring Canines, Inc. for Family Fun at Edina Rosland Park, Sat., August 17th
Puppy Love Caring Canines, Inc. is hosting its annual fundraiser on August 17, 2013 from 10am-2pm to thank its loyal sponsors for all their effort over 2013. Please join them for a family festival to thank their sponsors who support their efforts in 2013. This is a thank you celebration and all are welcome to enjoy the dog training demonstrations, petting zoo, and meet Katie from KTK9.com-their hope is you can join them for a great time. - August 08, 2013 - Puppy Love Caring Canines, Inc.
Business Network for Maryland Offshore Wind Announces Operations and Maintenance Workshop
August 16th Workshop in Ocean City Will Prepare Maryland Businesses to Participate in Offshore Wind Operations, Maintenance and Supply Chain Development. - August 08, 2013 - BizMDOSW
Golish Financial Group Charity Golf Tournament Benefits the Israel Defense Forces
Come Swing with Golish Financial for Charity, at the Boca Lago Country club, on Oct. 28, 2013; Enjoy a spectacular Golf Tournament benefiting the soldiers of the IDF - August 08, 2013 - Golish Financial Group
CityReach Church is Holding a City Wide Service at Stage AE Between the Stadiums
The event at Stage AE will be a service open to all people. CityReach has done multiple services at Stage AE. Each time there is a service, it is fun, powerful, and a great way to fellowship with others who are in all seasons of their walk with Christ. Join CityReach for a city-wide worship experience between the stadiums. Including: Dynamic Worship, Powerful Message from the Bible, Fun Kids’ Ministry - August 08, 2013 - CityReach Network
Susan P. Clark, CPA, FHFMA, Senior Manager, PYA to Speak at KC’s Understanding IRS Proposed Regulations on Community Health Needs Assessments Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced that Susan P. Clark, CPA, FHFMA, Senior Manager, PYA will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Understanding IRS Proposed Regulations on... - August 08, 2013 - The Knowledge Group
Elisabetta Russo, Principal, Deloitte Consulting LLP to Speak at KC’s Enterprise Risk Management for Actuaries for 2013 and Beyond Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Elisabetta Russo, Principal, Deloitte Consulting LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Enterprise Risk Management for... - August 08, 2013 - The Knowledge Group
Janet A. Stiven, Member, Dykema to Speak at KC’s Credit Union Alert: Understanding FFIEC's Cloud Computing Guidance Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced that Janet A. Stiven, Member, Dykema will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Credit Union Alert: Understanding FFIEC's Cloud Computing... - August 08, 2013 - The Knowledge Group
CT REIA Announces Its August 2013 Monthly Meeting with Tax Sale Expert Bob Diamond
On August 12, 2013, the Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association (CT REIA) will be hosting its monthly meeting with real estate tax sale expert Bob Diamond. - August 08, 2013 - Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association - CTREIA
Stevens Researcher Wins Army Research Office Grant to Ensure Secure Wireless Communication
Research provides resilient encryption in the absence of supporting infrastructure - August 08, 2013 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Urgent Care Locations, AAUCM Partner for Exposure of Accredited Urgent Care Centers
Consumers will soon be able to find accredited urgent care centers utilizing the search and filter capabilities on UrgentCareLocations.com thus ensuring their own peace of mind regarding the quality of their healthcare provider. - August 08, 2013 - American Academy of Urgent Care Medicine
Amanda Levy Chosen to Represent the First Tee Of The Triangle in 2013 Nature Valley First Tee Open
Local High School Senior Represents the First Tee Of The Triangle at Pebble Beach. - August 08, 2013 - First Tee Of The Triangle
Stefan Drew's Advertising Secrets eBook a Best Seller in Five Countries Within Days of Publication
Stefan Drew, who is based in Marton, has seen his book "Advertising Secrets: Essential Advertising Tips That Advertising Sales Reps Prefer You NOT To Know" become a category best seller in the UK, US, Canada, France and Germany within days of going on sale. - August 08, 2013 - Stefan Drew Associates
Instilling Values with The Way to Happiness in Nashville Communities
The Way to Happiness Foundation is based in Los Angeles, California and has local chapters around the world. The team in Nashville has plans to broadly spread its message to those in need in the coming months. - August 08, 2013 - The Way to Happiness
TSBDC at ETSU Provides Free Assistance to Rural Business Owners
Aundrea Wilcox has developed a free Rural Outreach Counseling Program to serve small business owners in Sullivan, Hancock, Hawkins, Hamblen and Grainger counties. Business owners can meet with her one-on-one in a private, confidential setting - usually at a local Chamber of Commerce - to discuss anything from starting or managing a small business, marketing, operations, sources of capital, advertising, writing a business plan, to evaluating a company’s export readiness. - August 08, 2013 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
Enable America Supports National Governor's Association Report on Employment of People with Disabilities
Enable America, a non-profit working to improve employment opportunities for people with disabilities, strongly supports this month’s findings from the National Governor’s Association (NGA), as is urging government leaders to review and implement the NGA’s recommendations. The... - August 08, 2013 - Enable America
Annual Cake-Off4Kids Event Helps Local Foster Kids and At-Risk Youth
Taste over 50 cakes baked by local amateur bakers. - August 08, 2013 - Cake4Kids
6R Supply Shifts to Biobased Industrial Supply Product Line
Industrial sustainability through BioBased solutions. 6R Supply provides biobased fluids, fuels and solvents to manufacturing, energy industries, and governments that reduce toxicity throughout their operations and facilities. - August 08, 2013 - 6R Supply Inc.
4th Annual St James Beanbag Toss Tourney a Huge Success
The fourth annual Saint James R. C. Church Festival Beanbag Toss tournament was held Sunday August 4 at St. James School in Wesleyville. Showcasing a field of 26 teams comprised of 52 competitors, each team played a four-game round-robin for seeding purposes followed by a single-elimination... - August 08, 2013 - Side Project Inc.
University of Louisville Start-Up, LBIdx™, Teams Up with the James Graham Brown Cancer Center to Confirm Effective Blood Test as Improved Cancer Monitoring Tool
In collaboration with the James Graham Brown Cancer Center at the University of Louisville, LBIdx™ is advancing a breakthrough blood test, the Plasma Thermogram™ (pT™). Based on a simple blood draw, researchers at LBIdx™ and the Brown Cancer Center see great promise for the... - August 08, 2013 - LBIdx
YES! and St. Vincent Indianapolis Hospital Partner to Host Innovative Cancer Treatment Seminar
Free Event for Patients, Caregivers and Medical Community Proves There is Hope for Patients with Cancers of the Liver - August 07, 2013 - Say YES to Hope
Free Wheelchair Mission Announces Arrival of First Shipment of Wheelchairs to Paraguay
Free Wheelchair Mission’s first-ever container (550 individual units) of wheelchairs arrived in Paraguay this week. - August 07, 2013 - Free Wheelchair Mission
Independent Energy Solutions, Inc. to Install Three Photovoltaic Systems for Quartz Hill Water District
Independent Energy Solutions, Inc. (IES), a leading solar energy development and construction firm, is pleased to announce it has been awarded a contract to build three photovoltaic (PV) systems for Quartz Hill Water District at their well sites in Quartz Hill, California. Each system will be... - August 07, 2013 - Independent Energy Solutions, Inc.
Audubon International’s Green Lodging Program Partners with Clean the World
Audubon International's Green Lodging Program joins forces with soap-recycling nonprofit Clean the World to protect the environment and help save lives. - August 07, 2013 - Audubon International
Commack’s Sal Ferro to Put on the Gloves for Fight for Charity
Sal “The Hammer” Ferro, resident of Commack and President & CEO of Alure Home Improvements, the major sponsor of the 10th Long Island Fight for Charity scheduled for Monday, November 25th at the Long Island Hilton in Melville, has been selected as one of the boxers who will... - August 07, 2013 - Long Island Fight for Charity
North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association Names Dr. David Linzey as New President
NCVMA Selects Veterinarians from Across the State to Serve on 2013-2014 Executive Board - August 07, 2013 - NCVMA
The 17th Annual Dunn's Run to Benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County
What: A 5-mile run/5K run and walk through Deerfield Beach. When: Race begins at 7:30am (Hillsboro Blvd. South of Federal Highway will close at 7:00 a.m.) Starting Line: South of the Main Deerfield Beach Parking located on Ocean Way and SE 2nd Street. Course/Distance: 5M&5K Run Timed (USATF Certified) 5K Walk- (3.10 miles) (not judged or timed). Timing System: The race will use the d-tag timing system. - August 07, 2013 - Boys & Girls Clubs of South Florida