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Port Arthur Honoured at Tourism Awards
The Port Arthur Historic Site Management Authority (PAHSMA) is celebrating major wins at the 2012 Tasmanian Tourism Awards, announced in Hobart on November 9. - November 16, 2012 - Port Arthur Historic Site Management Authority
Richard Mancino, Partner, Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP to Speak at KC’s Legal Series: International Securities Litigation Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today Richard Mancino, Partner, Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Legal Series: International... - November 16, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
Professional Networking Organization Raises Holiday Spirits with Coat Drive for Kids
Westchester Networking for Professionals (WNFP) has announce their Annual Keep Our Kids Warm Program. For several years WNFP has shown their support to organizations within the Westchester County area to assist in organizing charitable donation campaigns. - November 16, 2012 - Westchester Networking for Professionals
Maisha International Orphanage Hosts Light the Future Gala and Dinner
Maisha International Orphanage, a charitable project fiscally sponsored by United Charitable Programs (UCP), is hosting an event on November 17, 2012 to help support the orphans and widows living in Western Kenya, as well as to celebrate the program’s accomplishments. - November 16, 2012 - United Charitable Programs
Matthew 25: Ministries Plans 50 Truckloads of Aid to Victims of Hurricane Sandy
Matthew 25: Ministries, a top-ranked international humanitarian aid and disaster relief organization located in Cincinnati, OH continues to provide aid to Sandy victims. Matthew 25: Ministries is currently dispatching 10 semis of disaster relief (valued at over $1,000,000) to five separate locations in the hardest hit areas. Matthew 25: Ministries estimates that a total of fifty truckloads of aid will be distributed in the disaster region in the upcoming months. - November 16, 2012 - Matthew 25: Ministries
Program Targets Omaha Entrepreneurs for Accelerated Business Growth
Accelerator is the catalyst that enables first-stage entrepreneurs to catapult their business to the next level. Our mission is to empower them with the tools they need to grow their business to more than US$1 million in sales. - November 15, 2012 - EO Nebraska
Inaugural Annual KOSBE Awards eMagazine Launch
The Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship (KOSBE) today announced the first-ever release of their 2012 Annual KOSBE Awards eMagazine. The magazine features the event’s sponsors, finalists, past winners, as well pictures and details regarding the event itself. - November 15, 2012 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
New Sercos III Installation Possibilities Thanks to Topology Extension
The TopoExtension from CANNON-Automata opens up new possibilities to simplify cabling of Sercos III Automation Bus networks on large and modular machines. - November 15, 2012 - SERCOS North America
Bill Hobgood Becomes First IJIS Institute Associate
Pioneering IT Project Manager Works for Richmond, Va. Department of Information Technology - November 15, 2012 - IJIS Institute
Wish Upon a Hero Foundation, with Help from a Star, Grants Wish of Jersey Boy with Tourette Syndrome
Country music star LeAnn Rimes personally funded a new iPad for 11-year-old Manahawkin boy whose previous computer was destroyed by a bully. - November 15, 2012 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
The First Medical Directors Summit Was a Success at the Medical Tourism Congress
The first Medical Directors Summit was held on October 26th at the 5th World Medical Tourism & Global Healthcare Congress in South Florida. The Summit was a collaboration platform for medical directors from top U.S. & international hospitals and insurance companies. - November 15, 2012 - Medical Tourism Association™
National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship Celebrates Global Entrepreneurship Week by Launching New NACCE Fellows Program
Community college educators have until November 30 to apply for one of three NACCE Fellows positions for 2013. - November 15, 2012 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship Invites Community Colleges to Submit Proposals to Host Regional Entrepreneurship Education Summits
$40,000 in funding available for 8 community college summits on entrepreneurship education in 2013; proposals due December 14, 2012. - November 15, 2012 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
New Book on Religion Just Released, Heavenly Signs: Grand Design for Christ's Return
Author and businessman, Mel Gable is pleased to announce the release of his new book, Heavenly Signs: Grand Design for Christ's Return. - November 15, 2012 - Mel Gable
Local Carrollton Pastor's to Raise $100k for Community Outreach by Shooting Free Throws for 24hrs
Kendall Bridges, Lead Pastor of Freedom Life Church in Carrollton and Kolt Bridges, his youth pastor will be shooting Free Throws for 24 hours straight starting Sunday, November 18 at 5:00 PM. They are doing this in an attempt to raise $100k to go towards community outreach. Church members,... - November 15, 2012 - Freedom Life Church
ISLA Lifeguards Travel to the Dominican Republic to Minimize Drowning
This November, volunteer lifeguards from the non-profit, the International Surf Lifesaving Association (ISLA), are traveling to the Dominican Republic (DR) as part of an initiative to minimize drowning. - November 15, 2012 - International Surf Lifesaving Association (ISLA)
Church of Scientology Volunteer Ministers Collect Donations for Hurricane Sandy Survivors
Church of Scientology Volunteer Ministers teamed up with local organizations to collect donations for Hurricane Sandy relief efforts. - November 15, 2012 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Nicklaus Design Joins Audubon Lifestyles and the International Sustainability Council as a Platinum Member
By joining as a Platinum Member, Nicklaus Design has joined the growing network of businesses, municipalities, non-profits and others who are actively showing their support of Audubon Lifestyles and The International Sustainability (ISC-Audubon). - November 15, 2012 - ISC-Audubon
John Rex Endowment Announces New Board of Directors Officers and Members
North Carolina State Treasurer Janet Cowell and Jill Wells Heath join the John Rex Endowment Board of Directors. Sherry Worth is the new board chair and Jill Wright, MD, Wake Health Services New Bern Ridge Pediatrics, is the new vice chair. - November 15, 2012 - John Rex Endowment
Veloney J. Jack Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Veloney J. Jack of Houston, Texas has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of business services. About Veloney J. Jack Ms. Jack has over 10 years experience in the field of business services. She... - November 14, 2012 - Strathmore Worldwide
Inaugural World AIDS Day Concert in Downtown Los Angeles Hosted by AIDS Research Alliance, Presented by Kaiser Permanente
On Friday, November 30th, AIDS Research Alliance (ARA) will host an inaugural World AIDS Day Concert at The Colburn School in downtown Los Angeles, across from the Walt Disney Concert Hall. This community event will begin at 7:30 p.m. in Zipper Hall. Emmy Award winner, LeVar Burton, Master of... - November 14, 2012 - AIDS Research Alliance
Kona Irrigation Supply Joins Audubon Lifestyles and the International Sustainability Council as a Platinum Member
Kona Irrigation Supply recently joined Audubon Lifestyles and the International Sustainability Council as a Platinum Member - November 14, 2012 - ISC-Audubon
Memorial Fund Created to Save Homes from Foreclosure; Sponsors Sought
The Kim W. Cobb Memorial Fund was created at Carter Bank and Trust in Danville, Va., to prevent family homes across the nation from foreclosing after the death of a loved one. Donations also may be made at rally.org/saveahome. Sponsors are sought for fundraisers. - November 14, 2012 - Kim W Cobb Memorial Fund
Southern Burlington County NAACP Hosts Annual Freedom Fund Gala and Awards Ceremony – November 30, 2012, Cinnaminson, NJ
Event to recognize those who have made significant contributions to the community; Assemblywoman Sheila Oliver, keynote - November 14, 2012 - Southern Burlington County NAACP
Carolina Designer Craftsmen Guild to Host Gala Preview Party on Friday, Nov. 23
Preview Celebration Will Kick Off 43rd Annual Fine Designer Craftsmen Show at N.C. State Fairgrounds - November 14, 2012 - Carolina Designer Craftsman Guild
Colorado BioScience Association Announces Finalists for "Rising Star of the Year" Company at Its Annual Awards Celebration in December
The Colorado BioScience Association (CBSA) has announced finalists for the "Rising Star of the Year" company award at its 2012 Awards Dinner Celebration -- Thursday, December 6, at the Hyatt Convention Center, 650 15th Street, Denver. Rising Star finalists include: InDevR, Inc., Boulder; Mosaic Biosciences, Aurora & Boulder; Sophono, Inc., Boulder; and Surefire Medical, Inc., Westminster. - November 14, 2012 - Colorado BioScience Association
Social+ ("Social Positive") Launched: Campaign Increases Awareness About the Social Impact of Everyday Decisions and Actions
Social+ (“social positive”) is a new social marketing campaign from The Fruition Coalition. Social+ builds upon the idea of being carbon neutral. People who are Social+ aim to have a net positive social impact by considering the environmental and human impact of everyday decisions and... - November 14, 2012 - The Fruition Coalition
The Medical Tourism Congress Leadership Award Winners
The 5th World Medical Tourism and Global Healthcare Congress (WMT & GHC) recognized eight individuals for their achievements and dedication to the medical tourism industry by giving them a leadership award in a ceremony held at the event. - November 14, 2012 - Medical Tourism Association™
The Medical Tourism Congress Announces Success on the Beach
After four days of speeches, networking, workshops and entertainment the 5th World Medical Tourism & Global Healthcare Congress (WMT & GHC) concluded with excitement and motivation towards furthering the growth of the medical tourism industry. - November 14, 2012 - Medical Tourism Association™
Opening Day for Forest of Angels is November 17th 2012
Event attendees will enjoy daily family oriented activities such as petting zoo, puppet show, daily raffle, goodie bag for kids, story time, choir, ornament creation, drawing station, magic show, face painting, Elmo, Captain America and other lovable characters, pictures with Santa, etc. - November 14, 2012 - Forest of Angels Inc
The BizLynks Center Proves Collaboration Trumps Isolation for Entrepreneurs
Through Collaboration, The BizLynks Center will create synergy and opportunity in the Business Community. With the impending nationally recognized Global Entrepreneurs week, starting on Nov 12th, 2012. The Bizlynks Center exemplifies their tag line of "Work, Learn, Earn." - November 14, 2012 - The BizLynks Center
Lesley Fair, Senior Attorney, Bureau of Consumer Protection, Federal Trade Commission to Speak at KC’s "Advertising Law: What's New 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 Lesley Fair, Senior Attorney, Bureau of Consumer Protection, Federal Trade Commission, will speak at a 2-hour webcast entitled Advertising Law: What's New... - November 14, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
Valerie M. Caffary Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Valerie M. Caffary of Halifax, Nova Scotia has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of travel. About Valerie M. Caffary Ms. Caffary has over 29 years experience in the field of travel. She is a... - November 13, 2012 - Strathmore Worldwide
Bus to Show Nonprofit to Host Inaugural Fall Gala to Help Reduce Intoxicated Driving
Bus to Show, a nonprofit that reduces intoxicated driving by organizing bus transportation will hold gala on 11/29/12 in search of sponsors for the 2013 concert season. - November 13, 2012 - Bus to Show, Inc.
Alpha Xi Delta Fraternity Raises More Than $1 Million for Autism Speaks
Alpha Xi Delta Fraternity is excited to announce they have raised more than $1,000,000 for their philanthropic partner, Autism Speaks. Alpha Xi Delta partnered with Autism Speaks in 2009 to help raise funds and awareness for those affected by autism spectrum disorders. Since then, Alpha Xi Delta... - November 13, 2012 - Alpha Xi Delta Fraternity
Healthy Cities: Healthy Women Conference Presented by the University of Pennsylvania Explores Impact of Urban Environments on Women’s Health
November 28th Conference Highlights the Importance of Designing Cities with a Gender Perspective to Create Safer and Healthier Environments - November 13, 2012 - Penn School of Nursing
Millennials Prove Continued Force in 2012 Election
CIRCLE and Mobilize.org report Millennials active in the 2012 election. - November 13, 2012 - Mobilize.org
Behnam Dayanim, Partner, Paul Hastings LLP to Speak at KC’s Live Webcast on Advertising Sweepstakes and Contests in Social Media
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced that Behnam Dayanim, Partner, Paul Hastings LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Advertising Sweepstakes and Contests in Social... - November 13, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
Pryor Cashman LLP Partner, Robert J. deBrauwere, to Speak at KC’s Advertising Sweepstakes and Contests in Social Media Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced that Robert J. deBrauwere, Partner at Pryor Cashman LLP and co-chair of the firm’s Digital Media Practice Group, will speak at the Knowledge Congress’... - November 13, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
Dean J. Schaner, Partner, Haynes and Boone, LLP to Speak at KC’s Important Updates on Employment Law Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Dean J. Schaner, Partner, Haynes and Boone, LLP, will speak at a 2-hour webcast entitled “Important Updates on Employment Law LIVE Webcast.” This... - November 13, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
Male Sexual Abuse Conference in New York City November 15-18 at John Jay College
The 13th International MaleSurvivor Conference will be held in New York City from November 15-18 at John Jay College. It is the only conference of its kind that brings together survivors, psychologists, social workers, academic researchers, members of the law enforcement community, and friends of the cause to share information regarding their efforts to help survivors of sexual abuse. Currently, it is believed that at least 1 in 6 males are sexually abused before the age of 16. - November 12, 2012 - MaleSurvivor: National Organization against Male Sexual Victimization
Australian Parliament is Meeting with Beyond Bullies to Discuss Sexting Issues
Sexting is a growing problem that is hard to regulate in the United States and abroad. The Parliament of Victoria Australia’s Law Reform Committee is meeting with Beyond Bullies to discuss sexting among adolescents and teens. The committee intends to travel to Canada and the United States to gain an international perspective on legislative and policy responses to sexting and cyber-bullying. - November 12, 2012 - Beyond Bullies
Gwinnett County Business Center Helps Single Moms Organization Reach New Goals
According the the national Census, the United States has well over 21.8 million children being raised in a single parent household. Of that 21.8 million children, 84% of the custodial parents are women and 45% of them started out as married couples. In Gwinnett County of Georgia, over 28% of the registered businesses are owned & operated by women, including The BizLynks Center (referenced by the Census). On Saturday, September 29th, The BizLynks Center contributes to the advancement of women. - November 12, 2012 - The BizLynks Center
Boston Scientific Expanding Presence in Marlborough
2013 promises to be a busy year for companies relocating operations or moving to the city. - November 12, 2012 - Marlborough Economic Development Corporation
Preparing for Keystone House’s Annual Thanksgiving Dinner
Thanksgiving is a time to literally give thanks. And the clients of Keystone House are thankful all year for the efforts of the staff to assist them in living as independently as possible. - November 12, 2012 - Keystone House, Inc.
Comedy Night with Tommy Davidson Introduces Keystone House to a New Audience
Laughter filled the Norwalk Concert Hall during the Comedy Night featuring stage and screen star Tommy Davidson and Friends to benefit Keystone House, Inc. on Saturday, November 3, 2012. - November 11, 2012 - Keystone House, Inc.
North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association Releases Podcast on Broken and Sprained Bones
Dr. Scotty Gibbs Discusses Common Pet Injuries - November 11, 2012 - NCVMA
Samaritan’s Feet Concludes “Back to Basics” Back to School Campaign Providing Shoes, Socks and Office Depot Foundation Sackpacks to Children Across the United States
In a nationwide initiative called Back to Basics, Samaritan’s Feet partnered with organizations and sponsors across the United States to host 88 events to provide approximately 41,100 pairs of new athletic shoes and socks to children and parents as they prepared for school this fall. In... - November 11, 2012 - Samaritan's Feet International
Matthew 25: Ministries Delivers Multiple Truckloads of Relief to Sandy Victims
Matthew 25: Ministries, a top-ranked international humanitarian aid and disaster relief organization located in Cincinnati, OH has begun shipping disaster relief supplies to the victims of Hurricane Sandy. Throughout this week and next week, Matthew 25 expects to dispatch at least 10 semis of disaster relief to five separate locations in the hardest hit areas. The trucks are delivering blankets, beverages, personal care kits and products, cleaning supplies and baby products. - November 11, 2012 - Matthew 25: Ministries
Healing Heroes Network is Winner of the 2012 Mike Alstott Family Foundation Community Grant
Veterans Charity, Healing Heroes Network, wins Facebook contest to be awarded a grant by the Mike Alstott Family Foundation to help military families. - November 11, 2012 - Healing Heroes Network