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Kids on Consumer Overload? It’s Time to Get Back Outside & Explore Nature’s Gifts at Sheldrake Environmental Center
This time of year, when it can be especially hard for kids to find a commercial-free zone, Sheldrake gets them outside to explore nature's gifts. - December 14, 2012 - Sheldrake Environmental Center
Carmel M. Cosgrave with SmithAmundsen LLC to Speak at KC’s Mitigating the Risk of Health Care Data Breaches: A Practical Guide for the Industry Live Webcast
Carmel M. Cosgrave, Chair, Health Care Practice Group, SmithAmundsen LLC to Speak at KC’s Mitigating the Risk of Health Care Data Breaches: A Practical Guide for the Industry Live Webcast - December 14, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
Creativity Conference to be Held at the University of South Florida in Sarasota
The Florida Creativity Coalition and the University of South Florida (Sarasota-Manatee Campus) announce that they will partner to present the 10th Annual Florida Creativity Weekend in Sarasota in March 2013. Over 40 workshops are scheduled that address creative thinking and problem solving... - December 14, 2012 - Florida Creativity Coalition
New Guide from the Perlite Institute Highlights Use of Perlite for Rooftop Gardens
New from the Perlite Institute, the international trade association for perlite, is an online, one-page guide that highlights the benefits of using this sustainable mineral for rooftop gardens. The guide describes how rooftop gardens utilizing horticultural grade perlite can reduce the heat island... - December 14, 2012 - The Perlite Institute
August Jackson of Ernst & Young Elected 2013 Vice-Chair of Strategic and Competitive Intelligence Professionals
The SCIP Board of Directors elected August Jackson, Associate Director of Strategic Market Intelligence at Ernst & Young, as the 2013 Board Vice-Chair. He will become SCIP’s Board Chair in 2014. - December 14, 2012 - Strategic and Competitive Intelligence Professionals
Game Company Saves the World One Tree at a Time, Plants a Tree for Every New Person Playing Social Game GreenSpace™
Game Developer RocketOwl Inc.™ calls on gamers and media around the world to help plant 250,000 trees through social game GreenSpace by the end of the year. - December 14, 2012 - RocketOwl Inc
Does You or Someone in Your Family Have Tourette Syndrome? Join the Team Contributing DNA Toward a Cure.
Yale University’s Dr. Robert King will interview individuals and families interested in participating in the genetics sharing program January 24 and 25 at Rutgers University. - December 14, 2012 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Surprise Lake Camp is Proud to Announce Campership
The Foundation for Jewish Camp, in partnership with dozens of Jewish community federations, camps and camp movements across North America, provides incentive grants of $1,000 to first-time campers who attend a nonprofit Jewish overnight camp. Camp sessions must last 19 consecutive days. - December 14, 2012 - Surprise Lake Camp
Small Business Winners Announced for the 2012 Annual KOSBE Awards
The Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship (KOSBE) named the winners of the 18th Annual KOSBE Awards last night at the celebration ceremony held at the Club at Ridgefields, Kingsport. The Winner of the Business Excellence Under 10 Employees award was Signature... - December 14, 2012 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
Addison County Companies to Watch Awards Recipients Announced by Addison County Economic Development Corp
Addison County Economic Development Corp (Vermont) recognizes local business leaders for innovation, success, and commitment to the Addison County community. - December 14, 2012 - Addison County Economic Development Corporation
Paws On Your Heart Announces 2012 Holiday Cat Photo Contest
Saskatoon-based cat rescue group Paws On Your Heart has announced their 2012 Holiday Cat Photo Contest. They are asking people to submit their best photos of their cats getting into the holiday spirit. The group says on their site: "Perhaps your kitty loves to help decorate the house or the... - December 14, 2012 - Paws On Your Heart
Sponsor a Homeless Pet This Holiday -- Great Gift Idea for Animal Lovers
Searching for that perfect holiday gift? The Austin Humane Society has the answer – sponsorship of a homeless pet. Your contribution in a loved one’s name will help provide shelter, food, and veterinary care for the pet of your choice. Purchase a sponsorship by Monday, Dec. 17, and... - December 14, 2012 - Austin Humane Society
Gretchen Harders, Member, Epstein Becker & Green, P.C to Speak at KC’s Play or Pay and 90 Day Waiting Period: Emerging Issues in Health Care Reform Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced that Gretchen Harders, Member, Epstein Becker & Green, P.C will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Play or Pay and 90 Day Waiting... - December 14, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
IEEE ComSoc to Demo New Enabling Technologies for E-health Business Models & IoT Security Frameworks at International CES 2013 & IEEE CCNC 2013
The IEEE Communications Society (ComSoc), the leading non-profit professional organization dedicated to the advancement of global communications, will demonstrate new technologies for enabling new home E-health business models and “Internet of Things” (IoT) security frameworks at the... - December 13, 2012 - IEEE Communications Society
2012 IEEE Online Conference on Green Communications Addresses Next Wave of Energy-Efficient & Green Technologies
The IEEE Communications Society (ComSoc) recently held its second annual IEEE Online Conference on Green Communications (GreenCom) with participants attending the fully-virtual, three-day event from Australia, Canada, China, Italy, France, Korea, Singapore, India, United Kingdom, United States,... - December 13, 2012 - IEEE Communications Society
Xclaimed Ministries 4th Annual Community Christmas Festival
Xclaimed Ministries gives away bicycles, toys and food at their 4th Annual Community Christmas Festival. - December 13, 2012 - Xclaimed Ministries, Inc
Dr. Patrick A. Heelan Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Dr. Patrick A. Heelan of Washington, DC has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of education. About Dr. Patrick A. Heelan Dr. Patrick A. Heelan has over 45 years experience in the field of... - December 13, 2012 - Strathmore Worldwide
JeTaun F. Jamerson Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
JeTaun F. Jamerson of Chicago, Illinois has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of education. About JeTaun F. Jamerson Ms. Jamerson retired after 38 years in the field of education. She was a... - December 13, 2012 - Strathmore Worldwide
Roz Adler German Recognized by Strathmore Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Roz Adler German of Brooklyn, New York has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of educational consulting. About Roz Adler German Ms. Adler German has over 27 years experience in the field of... - December 13, 2012 - Strathmore Worldwide
A Tradition of Giving with SATA CommHealth Greeting Seals
In November, the SATA CommHealth seals were awarded third prize in the International Union against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease (IUATLD) Annual Christmas Seals Exhibit and Contest. The contest was held during the 43rd Union World Conference on Lung Health in Kuala Lumpur from 13-17 November 2012 at the KL Convention Centre, Malaysia. The production of the “SATA CommHealth Seals” was an annual affair in the past and was used mainly for fund raising. - December 13, 2012 - SATA CommHealth
Paws On Your Heart's "Name the New Kitten" Contest Winner Announced
Paws On Your Heart's "Name the New Kitten" contest has ended, and the rescue group's search for a name to give the newest member of their sanctuary has also ended. They received some excellent entries, and ultimately decided upon the name Bindi, submitted by Telane. The two-and-a-half... - December 13, 2012 - Paws On Your Heart
Israel Gap Year Program BBYO Beyond Will be Based in Tel Aviv
There are currently more than 1000 high tech companies in Tel Aviv, and Beyond expects to utilize that feature in the 2013-2014 gap year program. - December 13, 2012 - Beyond BBYO, Inc.
A Celebration Raises $73,000 for HeartShare
The holiday season kicked off with a bang as 200 supporters of HeartShare Human Services of New York gathered for a Celebration of Hope, Thanks and Giving. The evening raised $73,000 for HeartShare and included the presentation of three awards, a silent auction, wine tasting with a free raffle, and... - December 13, 2012 - HeartShare Human Services of NY
Belize Children's Project Holding Orthopedic Clinics Countrywide in January 2013
The Belize Children’s project is an ongoing collaboration with Rotary Clubs in Southern Illinois and Shriner’s Hospital for Children in St. Louis to help children throughout Belize suffering from bone abnormalities such as curvature of the spine, shortness in one leg, difficulty walking, club foot, etc. Clinics will be held in January 2013 to find children who can be helped by the program. - December 13, 2012 - Rotary Club of Belmopan
Illinois State Bar Association Law Ed Programs in January Center on Niche Legal Topics
ISBA Teleseminars feature leading practitioners delivering lectures or participating in panel discussions on a wide variety of high-quality programs and timely topics. - December 13, 2012 - Illinois State Bar Association
Dial An Exchange Italy Signs Agreement with Portofino Est Residence
The timeshare exchange provider announces the first resort agreement from its new office in Italy. - December 13, 2012 - Dial An Exchange
Jeffrey M. Jakubiak, Partner, Troutman Sanders 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 Jeffrey M. Jakubiak, Partner, Troutman Sanders will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “FERC's Enforcement Actions in Banking and... - December 13, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
Bill Schuurman, Partner, Vinson & Elkins 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 Bill Schuurman, Partner, Vinson & Elkins will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Markman and Claim Construction Hearing in... - December 13, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
Kimberly J. Kannensohn, Partner, McGuireWoods to Speak at KC’s Mitigating the Risk of Health Care Data Breaches: A Practical Guide for the Industry Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Kimberly J. Kannensohn, Partner, McGuireWoods will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Mitigating the Risk of Health Care Data... - December 13, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
Tony Brooks, CISA, CRISC, Partner, Horne LLP to Speak at KC’s Mitigating the Risk of Health Care Data Breaches: A Practical Guide for the Industry Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Tony Brooks, CISA, CRISC, Partner, Horne LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Mitigating the Risk of Health Care Data... - December 13, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
ASL Petition Reaches Milestone
25,000 signatures were successfully gathered on the ASL Petition to the White House. - December 13, 2012 - ASL for America
Jon Waterman, Partner, McGladrey LLP to Speak at KC’s New FASB Fair Value Disclosure Requirements (ASU 2011-04) Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Jon Waterman, Partner, McGladrey LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “New FASB Fair Value Disclosure Requirements (ASU... - December 13, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
Forest of Angels Charity Event Hosting Cirque Du Soleil TOTEM Promo Team
Cirque Du Soleil TOTEM Promo Team to Appear at Westfield Broward Mall Forest of Angels Charity Event Hosting Promo Team on Saturday, December 15, 2012 The Promo Team of Cirque du Soleil’s latest production TOTEM will be entertaining shoppers at the Westfield Broward Mall on Saturday,... - December 12, 2012 - Forest of Angels Inc
Douglas W. Baruch, Partner, Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP to Speak at KC’s False Claims Act: Enforcement and Compliance Issues Explored Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Douglas W. Baruch, Partner, Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “False... - December 12, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
Marlborough Reaches Highest Level of “BioReadiness”
The city is ranked within the top 7% of Massachusetts communities that are actively welcoming to biotechnology companies. - December 12, 2012 - Marlborough Economic Development Corporation
Rackspace Hosting Founder Graham Weston Celebrates Geekdom Milestone
San Antonio’s Geekdom Now Largest Coworking Space in Texas, Set to Celebrate 1st Anniversary. - December 12, 2012 - Geekdom
Registration Begins for Inclusive Face of America Bicycle Ride
World T.E.A.M. Sports’ popular Face of America bicycle ride from Washington to Gettysburg opened registration December 10 for teams and individuals participating in the inclusive April 26-28, 2013 event. The annual ride honors disabled veterans. - December 12, 2012 - World T.E.A.M. Sports
EDLink Launches Peer Learning Circles, Webinars, and Job Board Exclusively for Non-Profit Executive Directors
Services for non profit Executive Directors launched. - December 12, 2012 - EDLink
Hong Kong Securities and Investment Institute Appointed New Board Directors, Mr. Craig Blaser Lindsay Elected as Chairman
The 15th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Hong Kong Securities and Investment Institute was held on Wednesday, 5 December 2012, during which the new Board for 2013 was formed. - December 12, 2012 - Hong Kong Securities and Investment Institute
HABcore Associate Director Wins Award
HABcore Inc.’s Associate Director, Katie Maier, received this year’s Supportive Housing Association (SHA) of New Jersey Direct Support Staff Person Award on December 7, 2012 at The Pines Manor in Edison. This award is designed to acknowledge the outstanding achievements of individuals... - December 12, 2012 - HABcore, Inc.
Jan Clifton Watford Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Jan Clifton Watford of Lilburn, Georgia has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the fields of publishing and art. About Jan Clifton Watford Ms. Clifton Watford has over 30 years experience in the field of... - December 11, 2012 - Strathmore Worldwide
Theory of Constraints is Gaining Awareness and Success in Japan. Is This the Quality Movement All Over Again?
Japanese adoption of the theory of constraints is growing at a rate that rivals the quality movement started by Dr. W. Edwards Deming. The founder of the Theory of Constraints (TOC), Dr. Eliyahu Goldratt, made several personal trips to Japan. The positive impact made to Japan by TOC is rivaled only by the quality movement after World War II started by Dr. W. Edwards Deming. The United States could easily be trying to play catch up with Japan once again. - December 11, 2012 - TOCICO
The Perlite Institute Enhances Social Media Presence
New Facebook and LinkedIn presence encourages engagement and boosts awareness of perlite and the Perlite Institute. - December 11, 2012 - The Perlite Institute
STOMP Out Bullying™ and Love Our Children USA™ Honored as 2012 Top-Rated Nonprofit
New GreatNonprofits.org Award is Based on Positive Online Reviews. - December 11, 2012 - Love Our Children USA
The Pulis Family and Camp Thoreau, Inc. Continue to Support the Children’s Summer Camp Experience
Recently The Thoreau Club and Camp Thoreau was awarded The Family Business Association’s (FBA) Community Excellence Award for its philanthropic support and involvement in the Concord area community. Selected from over 400 nominations, Thoreau was honored as a Massachusetts family business... - December 10, 2012 - Family Business Association
Pure Hedonist Omnimedia Announces the Launch of Lillie
First Issue Debuts December 10, 2012 - December 10, 2012 - Lillie Magazine
Steven J. Pollinger, Principal, McKool Smith 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 Steven J. Pollinger, Principal, McKool Smith will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Markman and Claim Construction Hearing in... - December 10, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
SERCOS MultiSlave Emulator: Powerful Development and Test Tool for SERCOS
The sercos MultiSlave Emulator facilitates the emulation of a sercos network with multiple slave devices for development and testing of various network configurations. A user-friendly interface supports the emulation of complete sercos networks and their connected sercos slave devices. These... - December 10, 2012 - SERCOS North America
Jeffrey K. Sherwood, Partner, Dickstein Shapiro 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 Jeffrey K. Sherwood, Partner, Dickstein Shapiro LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Markman and Claim Construction... - December 10, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
Teachers Needed for the Philippines
The search for the top 10 exemplary Filipino-American candidates for the inaugural corps of Teach for the Philippines has been extended to Friday, December 14, 2012. Teach for the Philippines (www.teachforthephilippines.org), the national movement that empowers leaders to expand educational... - December 10, 2012 - Teach For The Philippines