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Dale Carnegie Tampa Bay Presented by Rick J. Gallegos & Associates, Inc. Wins Dale Carnegie Training's® Top Honors of Millennium Club Award
Dale Carnegie Training® has recognized Rick J. Gallegos & Associates, Inc.’s outstanding professional performance for 2012 with the organization’s Millennium Club Award. The award was given at their annual international convention in Honolulu, Hawaii. Recipients include... - January 05, 2013 - Rick J. Gallegos & Associates
Matthew 25: Ministries Celebrates Landmark Achievement
In December, 2012 Matthew 25: Ministries, a top-ranked international humanitarian aid and disaster relief organization headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio exceeded one billion dollars in total humanitarian aid shipped. In 1992, Matthew 25: Ministries shipped one truckload of aid valued at $177,895. In 2012, Matthew 25 shipped 722 truckloads of aid valued at $120,000,000. This spectacular growth has rocketed Matthew 25 past $1 Billion in products shipped since sending their first container. - January 05, 2013 - Matthew 25: Ministries
Plainsboro Fourth-Graders Get Lesson About Tourette Syndrome from NJCTS Peer Youth Advocate
13-year-old Tess Kowalski educates the students and teachers at Millstone River School about the neurological disorder on behalf of the New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome & Associated Disorders and her 9-year-old sister Paige. - January 05, 2013 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Tom Mecredy, Director, Vining Sparks to Speak at KC’s Bank Mergers: Significant Issues 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 Tom Mecredy, Director, Vining Sparks will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Bank Mergers: Significant Issues for 2013 and... - January 05, 2013 - The Knowledge Group
Humanity First USA Executive Director Visits Mali and Liberia
Mr. Munum Naeem travels to West Africa with leadership team to evaluate ongoing humanitarian projects. - January 05, 2013 - Humanity First
Alysse Nockels of McAfee Elected to Strategic and Competitive Intelligence Professionals’ 2013 Board
The SCIP membership elected Alysse Nockels, Director of Competitive Intelligence at McAfee to the 2013 SCIP Board of Directors. - January 05, 2013 - Strategic and Competitive Intelligence Professionals
ISLA President Wins 2013 Lifesaver of the Year Award
ISLA President, Henry Reyes, was awarded the title of “Lifesaver of the Year.” Henry competed against nine other finalists; all nominated for their impact on the lives of others in a water-related capacity. The winner was chosen based off votes from the Lifesaver Facebook Application. Voting took place from December 1, 2012 through December 31, 2012. - January 05, 2013 - International Surf Lifesaving Association (ISLA)
Friends in Adoption to Hold Adoption Workshop in Saratoga Springs, NY This Coming Friday; Registration Open to All Families
Friends in Adoption (FIA), a not-for-profit agency, is hosting a full day adoption workshop in Saratoga Springs, NY, on January 11th, 2013, for prospective adoptive parents. FIA welcomes all families and respects all choices made by pregnant women/couples. Pre-registration is required. - January 04, 2013 - Friends in Adoption
Stephanie Pearson Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Stephanie Pearson of Saint Louis, Missouri has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of education. About Stephanie Pearson Ms. Pearson has over 15 years experience in the field of education and has... - January 04, 2013 - Strathmore Worldwide
Ruth M. Detchon Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Ruth M. Detchon of Amsterdam, Ohio has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of healthcare. About Ruth M. Detchon Ms. Detchon has over 25 years experience in the healthcare field. She is a... - January 04, 2013 - Strathmore Worldwide
26 Angels Campaign Gears Up to Raise 26k for the My Sandy Hook Family Fund
The Raven Maria Blanco Foundation (RMBF), Dream Little Dreamer (DLD), Michael “Magnedo7” Crawford and Shameia LaCrawf teamed up to raise money to aid the victims of this tragedy through the 26 Angels Benefit Campaign. - January 04, 2013 - Raven Maria Blanco Foundation, Inc.
Social Workers, School Nurses Delve Into Treatment Approaches for Tourette Syndrome at Monmouth University Workshop
Dr. Richard Zakreski discussed the prevalence of co-morbid diagnosis with disorders such as anxiety, OCD, ADHD, depression and other conditions in the treatment of children and adolescents. - January 04, 2013 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Lilly Goldman, CFA, Senior Consultant, NERA Economic Consulting to Speak at KC’s FERC's Enforcement Actions in Banking and Finance Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Lilly Goldman, CFA, Senior Consultant, NERA Economic Consulting will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “FERC's Enforcement... - January 04, 2013 - The Knowledge Group
Two New Books for Nonprofit Organizations
Grant Proposal and Marketing Plan Workbooks Improve the Effectiveness of Nonprofit Organizations - January 04, 2013 - The Fruition Coalition
Harlem Globetrotter Hosts Event to Honor Black Legends in Basketball at Church of Scientology
An event to honor the Black Legends in Basketball will take place on February 16, 2013 at the Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre in Nashville, Tennessee. - January 04, 2013 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Mountain West Dental Institute to Open in Denver
The Metropolitan Denver Dental Society (MDDS), host of the annual Rocky Mountain Dental Convention, has just purchased property at 925 Lincoln St. Denver, CO in the prestigious Beauvallon Building. This first story, 9570 sq. ft. retail condo on the corner of 9th & Lincoln will house the new... - January 03, 2013 - Metro Denver Dental Society
Patricia Woodbury, Managing Director, FTI Consulting to Speak at KC’s Financial Reporting and SEC Enforcement Update for 2013 Live Webcast Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Patricia Woodbury, Managing Director, FTI Consulting will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Financial Reporting and SEC... - January 03, 2013 - The Knowledge Group
Denver Matchmaking Agency Monday at 8 to Host Speed Dating Events
Denver, Colorado's newest Dating and Matchmaking service, Monday at 8, is set to host Speed Dating Events starting 2013. These events will be held in Downtown Denver at exclusive venues. - January 03, 2013 - JJLLC
Julapa Jagtiani, Special Advisor, Supervision, Regulation, and Credit, Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia to Speak at KC’s Event on Significant Issues on Bank Mergers
Julapa Jagtiani, Special Advisor, Supervision, Regulation, and Credit, Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia to Speak at KC’s Bank Mergers: Significant Issues for 2013 and Beyond Live Webcast. - January 03, 2013 - The Knowledge Group
Ana Damonte, Counsel, Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman to Speak at KC’s Legal Series: Say on Pay and Executive Compensation Litigation Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Ana Damonte, Counsel, Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Legal Series: Say on Pay and... - January 03, 2013 - The Knowledge Group
S. Christian Platt, Partner, Paul Hastings LLP to Speak at KC’s How to Prove Damages in Patent, Trademark and Copyright Cases Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced that S. Christian Platt, Partner, Paul Hastings LLP will moderate and speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “How to Prove Damages in Patent,... - January 03, 2013 - The Knowledge Group
Innovative Professional Network In Model Health Officially Launches in Miami
This December saw the official launch of In Model Health, Miami’s newest professional network aimed at the model community. To mark the occasion over fifty guests attended an invite-only celebration at Haven Lounge on South Beach. In attendance were notable models and agencies from... - January 02, 2013 - In Model Health
2012 Year in Review: The Way to Happiness Causes Ripple Effects Across Nashville
The year began with Church of Scientology staff and parishioners teaming up to launch a campaign for The Way to Happiness (TWTH). - January 02, 2013 - The Way to Happiness
Remarkable 2012 Leads to Anniversary 2013 for World T.E.A.M. Sports
The national disabled sports organization World T.E.A.M. Sports saw its most successful year in a decade in 2012, with more than 600 registered participants at four outdoor sporting events nationally. The non-profit will celebrate its 20th anniversary in 2013. - January 02, 2013 - World T.E.A.M. Sports
Montclair State University Graduate Psychology Students Learn About Educating Students with Tourette Syndrome
Drs. Robert A. Zambrano and Rob Happich taught different therapeutic approaches for treating children and adolescents with TS -- a misunderstood, misdiagnosed, inherited neurological disorder that affects 1 in 100 people. - January 02, 2013 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Make 2013 the Year Children Stop Dying from Sarcoma Cancer
Sarcoma is a particularly deadly cancer that effects people of all ages but one strain, Rhabdomyosarcoma, mainly targets children under the age of 15. According to statistics from the National Institute of Health in Bethesda, Maryland, there are approximately 6000 new cases a year and the survival... - December 31, 2012 - Jareds Juggernaut To Cure Sarcoma
Olive Tree Initiative Alumni Loic Hostetter Receives California Newspaper Publishers Association Grant for Journalism Excellence
Olive Tree Initiative (OTI) alumni Loic Hostetter has been awarded $1,500 by the California Newspaper Publishers Association (CNPA) in the month of December for his outstanding work in journalism. Loic Hostetter is an Olive Tree Initiative core member and a third-year international development student at UCLA. - December 30, 2012 - Olive Tree Initiative
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on US Export Controls & Defense Trade Controls Program: What You Need to Know in 2013 Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, brings together the world's leading authorities and industry participants through informative two-hour webcasts. It has scheduled a live webcast entitled: “US Export Controls & Defense Trade Controls Program: What You Need to... - December 30, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
Outraged Utah Family Speaks Out Against Russian Adoption Ban
The DiGirolamo family expressed feelings of outrage and dismay at Russia’s ban on American adoptions. They adopted three Russian girls in 2002 and President Vladimir Putin’s ban on American adoptions today prevents that same opportunity from happening for thousands of Russian orphans needing parents and a good home. - December 29, 2012 - DontForgetTheChildren.com
Warrior Thunder Foundation Presents Check to Fisher House - Boston
The Warrior Thunder Foundation presented a check to the Fisher House-Boston on December 18th for $7000. The President of the Warrior Thunder Foundation, Darren Bean, and the Treasurer/Secretary, Judi Bean, presented the check to Fisher House - Boston Board Members Jen DeLuca and Rick Haddad. The... - December 29, 2012 - Warrior Thunder Foundation, Inc
2012 Year in Review – Drug-Free South Makes Major Strides with Tennessee Drug Education
The Truth About Drugs materials provide teachers, law enforcement and community groups with effective drug education tools. - December 29, 2012 - Drug Free South
North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association Releases Podcast on Pet Vaccinations
Dr. Chessie Green Discusses the Need for Appropriate Vaccinations and Which Types You Should Consider for Your Pet - December 29, 2012 - NCVMA
2012 Year in Review – a Year of Accomplishments for Human Rights
Human Rights Day 2012 was a demonstration of the year’s accomplishments. - December 29, 2012 - United for Human Rights
Kenneth L. Betts, Of Counsel, Locke Lord LLP to Speak at KC’s REITs in 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 Kenneth L. Betts, Of Counsel, Locke Lord LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “REITs in 2013 and Beyond. ” This... - December 29, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
Year-End Donations to Heifer International Are Tax-Deductible
Every donor can receive a tax deduction for a charitable contribution, easing the tax burden. - December 28, 2012 - Heifer International
New Center for Family-Centric Education, Programs and Entertainment
The ClearView Cultural Center opens a 15,000 square feet facility in Mesa, Arizona, that is dedicated to providing family-friendly programs, services and entertainment. - December 28, 2012 - ClearView Cultural Center
Memoir Author Monica Holloway to Host Autism Friendly Literacy Brunch for Charity – 1/12/13
Autism author and literacy advocate Monica Holloway will host an Autism-Friendly Literacy Brunch for charity, including 20% of brunch proceeds to benefit Autism Speaks OC with matching proceeds, up to $1,000, to benefit the National Center for Family Literacy, on Saturday, January 12, 2013 from 10... - December 27, 2012 - Author Monica Holloway
Paul Rainbow CPA, CISA, CIA, CISSP, Manager – Information Technology, Moss Adams LLP to Speak at KC’s Third Party Relationships: Risk Management and Contract Compliance
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Paul Rainbow CPA, CISA, CIA, CISSP, Manager – Information Technology, Moss Adams LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled:... - December 27, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
Anti Grover Norquist Movement Reaches Almost 1500 Members from Throughout the United States
The mission of Groverno.com is to provide a counter balance to the fear that political candidates face in primary and general elections when they have refused to sign Grover Norquist’s Taxpayer Protection Pledge. GroverNo will use its membership database to activate opposition to candidates... - December 26, 2012 - GroverNO
Robert A. McFarlane, Partner, Hanson Bridgett LLP to Speak at KC’s Markman and Claim Construction Hearing in Patent Infringement: What You Need to Know Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Robert A. McFarlane, Partner, Hanson Bridgett LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Markman and Claim Construction Hearing... - December 26, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
Dial an Exchange Announces Fantastic Options for New Year’s Eve
The timeshare exchange operator provides some outstanding destinations to ring in the New Year. - December 26, 2012 - Dial An Exchange
Urgent Black Transmen, Inc Assistance Needed: Help Find Our Missing: 19 Year Old Sage (DaShad) Smith - Missing Transgender Youth in Charlottesville, Virginia
Black Transmen, Inc. is making full nationwide awareness of Sages’ disappearance, and has deployed members to disseminate information about her disappearance. If anyone has any information regarding Sages’ disappearance please call: Charlottesville Police Department at 434.977.9041 or Black Transmen, Inc. at 1.855.BLK.TMEN - December 26, 2012 - Black Transmen, Inc
River Dell High School Senior Named 2012 New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome Youth Advocate of the Year
Emily Fleischman wrote and illustrated a children's book about Tourette Syndrome and bullying, among other accomplishments. - December 26, 2012 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Dial an Exchange Partners with Alderwood Management to Add Value
Dial An Exchange (DAE), the world’s largest privately owned timeshare exchange provider, has teamed up with the Alderwood Group, a full-service shared ownership and vacation resort management firm. - December 25, 2012 - Dial An Exchange
The WAVE Project Launches a Mentor Program to Support and Encourage Area Women
The WAVE Project is a nonprofit, charitable organization that encourages, equips and empowers women to improve their lives and achieve their vision through personal mentoring relationships. Compassionate, mature volunteer mentors are needed to further the mission of encouraging and empowering women in Oklahoma that are stressed and struggling. To learn more, attend the Free Basic Mentor Training on Friday, January 11 and Advanced Mentor Training on Saturday, January 12. - December 25, 2012 - The WAVE Project
Consumer Communications & Networking Advances Featured at IEEE CCNC 2013 from January 11 – 14, 2013 at the Flamingo Las Vegas Hotel in Nevada
Leading International Conference Held in Conjunction with CES 2013 Emphasizes the Latest Development of On-demand Entertainment & Information Technologies. - December 23, 2012 - IEEE Communications Society
Tigerlily Foundation Hosted First Annual Pink Boa 5k Run/Walk
The Tigerlily Foundation hosted its First Annual Pink Boa 5k Run/Walk to raise awareness about young women with breast cancer on Saturday, September 15, 2012 at Reston Town Center in Reston, Virginia. This year’s Pink Boa 5k Run/Walk set the tone for an inspirational morning with supporters and survivors. The event was hosted by Sarah Fraser of HOT 99.5, Anita Brikman of WUSA9, and Allyn Rose, Miss District of Columbia 2012. The event raised over $35K to support its programs. - December 23, 2012 - Tigerlily Foundation
A Few Days Left in Paws on Your Heart's 2012 Holiday Cat Photo Contest
A few days still remain for entrants to submit their best holiday-themed cat photos to Paws On Your Heart for their 2012 Holiday Cat Photo Contest. The Saskatoon cat rescue group is trying to raise awareness about their sanctuary, and to ask people to keep stray, feral and otherwise homeless cats... - December 23, 2012 - Paws On Your Heart
Local Businesses Team Up to Support Cancer Patients and Children During the Holidays
Pinellas cancer treatment facility WellSpring Oncology is partnering with Pinellas County Walgreens drug stores to provide holiday gifts for cancer patients in need. The partnership comes just as the holiday shopping season kicks into high gear. “Being diagnosed with this disease can be a... - December 23, 2012 - WellSpring Oncology
Naples Invitational Art Fest Announces 2013 Judges
Annual event supports autism programs - December 23, 2012 - Eden Autism Services Florida