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Mike Swallow, Senior Vice-President and Senior Retirement Plan Consultant, CBIZ Retirement Plan Services to Speak at KC’s Significant Issues for 403(b) Plans in 2013
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Mike Swallow, Senior Vice-President and Senior Retirement Plan Consultant, CBIZ Retirement Plan Services will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast... - July 11, 2013 - The Knowledge Group
"The Way to Happiness" Curbs Crime 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 spread its message further. - July 11, 2013 - The Way to Happiness
Friends of the Valley Aims to Reduce Poverty in Kenya by Building Dams and Irrigation Systems
Friends of the Valley, a charitable project sponsored by United Charitable Programs (UCP), aims to reduce poverty in Kenya through the building of dams, and other community projects. - July 11, 2013 - United Charitable Programs
The SILK Program Launches its Inaugural Heroes Campaign
SILK has launched its Heroes Campaign to honor those that donate their time and effort on the front line doing amazing things to help animals in need. Shelters that we have personally verified are doing good work, yet struggling to survive. For its inaugural campaign, SILK is honoring Lynn Donovan and her family, volunteers for Castoff Pet Rescue of Blairsville, Georgia. http://www.silkprogram.org/Our_Heroes.html - July 11, 2013 - The Silk Program
Matt Wallace Promoted to Director of Projects at the Heights Center in Fort Myers
The Heights Foundation announces that Matt Wallace has been promoted to the position of Director of Projects at the Heights Center, a Cultural Arts and Community Center in the Harlem Heights neighborhood. Wallace is responsible for recruitment and coordination of volunteers, donor relations & database management, grants, event and program logistics including annual School Supply, Thanksgiving and Christmas outreaches. - July 11, 2013 - The Heights Foundation
Operation Coexist Announces Unplugged Show Raising Money for At-Risk Youth and Promoting Healing Though Music
Operation Coexist will be hosting their first ticketed event at 7 PM on Saturday, July 20th, 2013 at The Hideaway Cafe and Recording Studio in downtown St Petersburg to benefit music therapy programs in local hospitals and music programs in local school districts. - July 11, 2013 - Operation Coexist Inc.
Valley Youth House - Greater Philadelphia Receives Inaugural $10,000 Award from the Transition Network's Philadelphia Chapter Giving Circle
VYH-GP has been selected to receive a $10,000 grant by the Philadelphia Chapter of The Transition Network’s Giving Circle. This award will fund incidental education expenses for current and former foster care youth attending post-secondary programs. - July 11, 2013 - Valley Youth House
Native Healer at Red Bird Center Honored for Veterans Services
Shianne Eagleheart Honored for the Effective Healing Services for Veterans - July 11, 2013 - Pedal For Heroes
The Mud was Bittersweet - Fundraiser for The Union Beach Disaster Relief Fund Organized by The Martial Arts Arena
A group of local residents consisting of men, women, college & high school students from all walks of life & fitness levels raised $6000 for The Union Beach Disaster Relief Fund. - July 10, 2013 - The Martial Arts Arena
Fun Activities, Educational Seminars, New Friendships Highlight 9th Annual Tourette Syndrome Family Retreat Weekend
Put on by the New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome, the popular event took place June 7-9 at YMCA Camp Bernie, with the biggest take-home for families from all over New Jersey being they are not alone in the daily battle against Tourette. - July 10, 2013 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
YourCause and Silicon Valley Community Foundation Release Revolutionary Solution to Transform International Grantmaking
In partnership with Silicon Valley Community Foundation (SVCF), YourCause is offering a revolutionary approach for making international grantmaking more accessible to all companies and their employees throughout the world. Employees of companies using YourCause’s CSRconnect platform now have... - July 10, 2013 - YourCause, LLC
Steven K. Brotherton, Partner, Fragomen, Del Rey, Bernsen & Loewy, LLP to Speak at KC’s International Technology Transfers and Deemed Export Compliance Event
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Steven K. Brotherton, Partner, Fragomen, Del Rey, Bernsen & Loewy, LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “International... - July 10, 2013 - The Knowledge Group
Price of Solar PV Drops 20% Per Year in Canada
The price for solar modules dropped to C$1.52 per watt in 2011, compared with $9.41 in 2001, which is in contrast to other reports which indicate that the growth of renewable energy in Canada is increasing at a slower rate than the consumption of non-renewable energy sources. - July 10, 2013 - canadian association for renewable energies (we c.a.r.e.)
EOS 100 Receives PE Editor's Choice Award 2013
EOS Remediation, LLC's newest product, EOS 100, receives the PE Editor's Choice Award. - July 10, 2013 - EOS Remediation, LLC
The Myers Group Introduces Enhanced Provider Satisfaction Survey
The Myers Group has enhanced their proprietary Provider Satisfaction study to provide more insightful physician feedback, improved response rates, and increased reliability in measuring physician satisfaction. - July 10, 2013 - The Myers Group
Cat Daddy Jackson Galaxy Joins One Picture Saves a Life Tour in Los Angeles
Famed pet photographer Seth Casteel and "Cat Daddy" Jackson Galaxy will visit Los Angeles County’s Baldwin Park Animal Care Center on July 13 to teach anyone with a digital camera how to make a cat or dog waiting for adoption into an online picture star as part of GreaterGood's One... - July 10, 2013 - GreaterGood
Church of Scientology Confronts Education Crisis
Following the March 2013 Faith Day on the Hill at the State Capitol in Tennessee, the Church of Scientology is challenging the community to resolve the problems surrounding education. - July 10, 2013 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
The Woods Project Embarks on Educational Summer Adventure
110 students and 30 volunteers will spend two weeks in the great outdoors. The Woods Project, a Houston-based nonprofit that develops leadership capacity and life skills in low-income youth, today announced that 110 students and 30 volunteers will embark for a two-week, life-changing experience to... - July 10, 2013 - The Woods Project
Leadership Luncheon, Featuring CEO/Founder of TourDeFIT.com®
Thursday, July 18 at 11:30 AM: Charleston School of Business Club Hosts a Leadership Luncheon, Featuring CEO/Founder of TourDeFIT.com® - July 10, 2013 - CSBC Atlanta
Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation Benefits from Superwomen Boot Camp’s Summer Fitness Challenge
Folsom fitness expert and owner of Superwomen Boot Camp, Val Fujii is proud to announce a $1,200 donation to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation on behalf of all the participants in Superwomen Boot Camp’s Summer Fitness Challenge. The challenge was a voluntary fitness competition,... - July 10, 2013 - Superwomen Boot Camp
Patrik Verstreken to be Awarded 2014 IBRO-Kemali Prize for Research in the Field of Basic and Clinical Neurosciences
Young Belgian neuroscience researcher has produced seminal research on synaptic transmission and Parkinson’s disease. - July 09, 2013 - International Brain Research Organization (IBRO)
Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes Awards $5,000 Grant for Commissioning of Wounded Warrior Sculpture
“Heroic Challenges” to serve as inspiration for wounded veterans undergoing rehab. - July 09, 2013 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
ING U.S. Retirement’s Linda Segal Blinn to Speak at The Knowledge Congress’ Live Webcast on "Significant Issues for 403(b) Plans in 2013"
The Knowledge Group / The Knowledge Congress, a leading producer of regulatory-focused webcasts, has announced today that Linda Segal Blinn, vice president of Technical Services for ING U.S. Retirement, will speak on a live webcast, “Significant Issues for 403(b) Plans in 2013” on... - July 09, 2013 - The Knowledge Group
Registration Now Open for the Oakland’s First Dragon Boat Racing Festival
Oakland Renegades to host the inaugural 2-day festival and race. - July 09, 2013 - Oakland Renegades
KC Presentations Announces New Division
KC Presentations announces a company re-branding with its new division, evolve, and launches its latest information-packed newsletter, the Quarterly Compass. The new division is intended to expand the company’s presence in the holistic human development arena offering customized training,... - July 08, 2013 - evolve
Covidien and Organogenesis to Host Workshops at American Venous Forum: The Vein Forum
The Vein Forum: A Comprehensive Hands-On Course for Practicing Clinicians will take place on October 11-12 in Boston, MA. The course provides a unique educational opportunity - State of the art lectures by leaders in venous disease are complemented by hands-on practice with models. AVF would like to thank Covidien, Organogenesis, Inc., Cook Medical Inc., Tactile Systems Technology Inc., Vascular Insights LLC and Volcano Corporation for hosting workshops during The Vein Forum. - July 08, 2013 - American Venous Forum
Lee Memorial Health System Employees Spend Day of Caring at the Heights Center
Volunteers from Lee Memorial Health System selected the Heights Foundation for a United Way Day of Caring. Twenty five volunteers planted 50 coco plums around the Heights Center’s new medical clinic and started an herb garden for the culinary center. The United Way Days of Caring connects... - July 07, 2013 - The Heights Foundation
From First-Timers to Long-Timers, Families Tout Value of New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome’s Family Retreat Weekend
The 9th annual event took place June 7-9 at YMCA Camp Bernie, with scores of families taking advantage of fun activities, informational seminars and much more. - July 07, 2013 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Dedicated to the Cause: Thomas A. Johnson is Auctioning His Historic Building Linked to Tredegar Iron Works for Seed Money to Establish Woodworking School & Village
Sustainable furniture manufacturer Thomas A. Johnson is auctioning his historic riverfront property on the James River linked to Tredegar iron Works, the American Civil War, Irish & Scottish-American History and the American Railroad System for seed money for Mayflower Landing, a woodworking village centered around a state of the art woodworking school on 34 acres he owns on Mayflower Dr. - July 07, 2013 - The Elevate Media Group, LLC
Church of Scientology Community News: Independence Day Celebrations Across Nashville
The Nashville Church of Scientology supports the good works of others. Today’s highlight: Nashville celebrates Independence Day. - July 06, 2013 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
The Love Global Foundation with Their Innovative Online Fundraising Contest Sent Six Donors Overseas to Visit Missionaries in Person
Love Global foundation is dedicated to helping missionaries become fully-funded and offers charitable status and an online platform to help missionaries and their supporters. - July 06, 2013 - Love Global Foundation
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on Fair Value Measurements for Business Combinations and Impairment Testing
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 Fair Value Measurements for Business Combinations and Impairment Testing. This two-hour event is scheduled on September... - July 06, 2013 - The Knowledge Group
Matthew Holohan, Attorney, Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP to Speak at KC’s Patent Infringement Reasonable Royalty Damages Strategies Event
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Matthew Holohan, Attorney, Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Patent Infringement... - July 06, 2013 - The Knowledge Group
The Launch of Bushwise Hospitality Internship Training Courses at Luxury Safari Lodges Across South Africa
Bushwise launches Hospitality Internship Training Courses in luxury safari lodges on some of the finest game reserves in South Africa; unique and exciting career development opportunities in the African wilderness. - July 05, 2013 - Bushwise
Drug-Free South Turning the Tide of Drug Abuse Across Tennessee
The Foundation for a Drug-Free South is a chapter of the Foundation for a Drug-Free World which educates young people on the harmful effects of drugs. - July 05, 2013 - Drug Free South
Ginger Faulk, Partner, Baker Botts LLP to Speak at KC’s International Technology Transfers and Deemed Export Compliance: Updates and Strategies in 2013 and Beyond
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Ginger Faulk, Partner, Baker Botts LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “International Technology Transfers and Deemed... - July 05, 2013 - The Knowledge Group
Mexico: Dentists Have Medical Tourism Training to Sink Teeth in
Representatives of the Medical Tourism Association® met this week with the Sani Dental Group in Los Algodones, Mexico, where they conducted a training workshop and site visits leading toward their certification in International Patient Services. - July 05, 2013 - Medical Tourism Association™
Science Café Explores Controversy: First Offshore Wind Farm in the USA Now a Possibility for North Carolina
The next GO-Science Coastal Science Café on July 8th at 6:00 p.m. will explore new findings and address public questions and concerns regarding offshore wind farm development in North Carolina. Free registration for the event is now open. - July 05, 2013 - GO-Science
NAFA Offers CAFM “Boot Camps” in Tucson and Vancouver
NAFA Fleet Management Association is offering two CAFM Boot Camps this fall, including the first ever Boot Camp to be held in Canada. - July 05, 2013 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Michelle Capezza, Member, Epstein Becker & Green, P.C. to Speak at KC’s ERISA Enforcement and Compliance: A 2013 Perspective Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Michelle Capezza, Member, Epstein Becker & Green, P.C. will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “ERISA Enforcement and... - July 05, 2013 - The Knowledge Group
Carol McClarnon, Special Attorney, Sutherland Asbill & Brennan LLP to Speak at KC’s Significant Issues for 403(b) Plans in 2013 Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Carol McClarnon, Special Attorney, Sutherland Asbill & Brennan LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Significant... - July 05, 2013 - The Knowledge Group
Vinay Torani, Managing Director, Duff & Phelps, LLC to Speak at KC’s Fair Value Measurements for Business Combinations and Impairment Testing Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Vinay Torani, Managing Director, Duff & Phelps, LLC will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Fair Value Measurements for... - July 05, 2013 - The Knowledge Group
Akron Woman Becomes First Female from Ohio to Complete Race Across America as a Solo Rider
Cassie Schumacher Finishes 3,000 Endurance Race to Bring Awareness to Veterans’ Issues - July 04, 2013 - Pedal For Heroes
Disabled Army Veteran Kristine White Dreams of Colorado
Army veteran Kristine White was injured in basic training. Today, she cycles in events like the Face of America ride from World T.E.A.M. Sports, snowboards and assists other veterans. White also is planning on attending the No Barriers Summit in Telluride if she can raise the money for airfare and lodging. - July 04, 2013 - World T.E.A.M. Sports
IEEW Announces Mary Millben as Speaker at PEACE THROUGH BUSINESS® Graduation July 30
Entertainer and Activist to Speak at the Institute for Economic Empowerment of Women Ceremony - July 04, 2013 - IEEW
Evening Programs at Appalachian Trail Biennial Feature Music, Culture, and Trails
The 2013 Appalachian Trail Conservancy’s Biennial Conference organizers invite the public to attend live music, dancing, presentations about hiking trails, and a Cherokee storyteller from Sunday, July 21 to Thursday, July 25 at Western Carolina University in Cullowhee, North Carolina. Events... - July 04, 2013 - Appalachian Trail Conservancy
THEARC in SE Honored as One City Location of the Month
Ward 8 arts recreation campus serves as multi-purpose venue for any size film production. - July 04, 2013 - Town Hall Education Arts Recreation Campus
Lexington Group Chad Higgins & In Spirit and In Truth Releases Second Single
Rhythm of Gospel Award nominated group releases second single from latest project. - July 04, 2013 - Chad Higgins & In Spirit and In Truth
Timothy Muth, Shareholder, Reinhart Boerner Van Deuren s.c. 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 Timothy Muth, Shareholder, Reinhart Boerner Van Deuren s.c. will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Enterprise Risk Management... - July 04, 2013 - The Knowledge Group
Modern Day Robinhooding Efforts a Huge Success
Sacramento area residents were determined to make a difference when they donated a collection of furniture, clothing, electronics and appliances to help raise funds for the Robinhooding for Homeless (R4H) garage sale. The event took place on June 8th & 9th in Sacramento, CA and raised $800. To... - July 04, 2013 - Robinhooding for Homeless