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Christopher Cole, Senior Vice President and Senior Regulatory Counsel, ICBA to Speak at KC’s The Impact of Dodd-Frank Act on FDIC-Insured Banks Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Christopher Cole, Senior Vice President and Senior Regulatory Counsel, Independent Community Bankers of America will speak at the Knowledge Congress’... - September 06, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
New Data Breach Study Shows Over 806.2 Million Records Disclosed, Estimated Cost of $156.7 Billion
The Digital Forensics Association announces the release of their second annual data breach report. "The Leaking Vault 2011- Six Years of Data Breaches" analyzes 3,765 data loss incidents, with a known disclosure of 806.2 million records. - September 05, 2011 - Digital Forensics Association
Jeffrey F. Robertson, Special Counsel, Schulte Roth & Zabel LLP to Speak at KC’s Legal Series: The Attorney-Client Privilege and Internal Investigations 2011 Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Jeffrey F. Robertson, Special Counsel, Schulte Roth & Zabel LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Legal Series: The... - September 04, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Schulte Roth & Zabel LLP Named Sponsor at Knowledge Congress' Event “Legal Series: The Attorney-Client Privilege and Internal Investigations 2011 Live Webcast”
Schulte Roth & Zabel LLP, one of the world’s leading financial services law firms, teams up with The Knowledge Group for KC’s upcoming webcast entitled “Legal Series: The Attorney-Client Privilege and Internal Investigations 2011.” This two-hour event will be held on... - September 04, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Over 900 So-Cal Real Estate Professionals, Property Managers and Vendors Expected for Free 11th Annual Trade Show and Education Conference
Apartment Association of Greater Inland Empire (AAGIE) offers region’s largest rental housing industry tradeshow, attracting decision makers of over 60,000 residential units. - September 04, 2011 - Apartment Association Greater Inland Empire (AAGIE)
Comfort Zone Camp Staff Remembers 9/11 with Reunion
Volunteers who shared in the grief and healing of the children of World Trade Center victims recall their memories in preparation of a 2012 reunion event. - September 04, 2011 - Comfort Zone Camp
Virtualphoneline Virtual Phone Number Service Wins Computerworld Laureate Medal
VirtualphonelineTM, since 1999, has empowered hundreds of thousands of individuals and organizations to have a local presence anywhere around the world. Computerworld.com, a leading source of technology news and information for IT influencers, awards Virtualphoneline as a Computerworld Laureate... - September 04, 2011 - Virtual Phone Line
Passport To Your National Parks® 2012 Photo Contest Announced
Winning Photos Will Appear in the 2012 Passport To Your National Parks® Stamp Set. - September 04, 2011 - Eastern National
Perry Accepts Offer to Develop, Host Global Interactive Forum on Domestic Violence
Victim advocate Suzanne Perry was confirmed to spearhead a new in-demand broadcast segment dedicated to domestic violence and abuse. eBroadcast Network's founder and producer, Charles Lewis, announced Tuesday Perry's assignment as Coordinator and Host of the"Global Forum on Domestic Violence." Guest Speakers from all walks are knocking down e-mail doors to get their voices heard. - September 03, 2011 - Love Shouldnt Hurt.TV
Web Courseworks Recognized at the 2011 International Serious Play Awards: "Play True Challenge" for the World-Anti-Doping Agency Awarded Silver Honor
On August 24, WADA’s Play True Challenge was recognized with a silver award in the category of “Games for Good/Non-Profit” at the Serious Games Conference. Play True Challenge is a computer-based simulation/game that was developed with Web Courseworks, that allows young athletes and young people in general to explore the types of decisions they may be faced with in regards to doping and the consequences of these decisions. - September 03, 2011 - Web Courseworks
The Medical Tourism Association Gets Social with the Medical Tourism Community
The Medical Tourism Association restructures their social media outlets to spread the word for the 4th Medical Tourism & Global Healthcare Congress. - September 03, 2011 - Medical Tourism Association™
Passage Home Receives $233,688 Donation from Sunshine Lady Foundation
Donation to Help Harriet’s House Re-Entry Program - September 03, 2011 - Passage Home
Dr. Kishore Pochiraju of Stevens Co-Authors Book on Polymeric Matrix Composites
To help engineers design longer-lasting high-performance plastics, the forthcoming book, Long-Term Durability of Polymeric Matrix Composites, presents a holistic guide to environmental degradation, damage evolution, design, and application specific issues of long term structural durability. - September 03, 2011 - Stevens Institute of Technology
San Diego South County Chamber Presents Part 1 of Survive & Thrive Breakfast Series in Chula Vista
San Diego South Chamber of Commerce hosts the Chamber Breakfast: Part 1 of a life-changing “How to Survive & Thrive During Tough Economic Times” series with workshop facilitators, Jeff Morris and Gregory A. Spencer of SpendSmart.org. - September 03, 2011 - San Diego South County Chamber of Commerce
Just 4 Us Foundation Organizes a Walk-A-Thon Event
Walk will benefit children with special needs. - September 03, 2011 - Just 4 Us Foundation
Texas Self Storage Association Welcomes New Board Members
The Texas Self Storage Association (TSSA) announced the results of their recent board member elections. New officers will be elected prior to October 1 and will be introduced at the Annual TSSA Convention and Trade Show scheduled for October 16-18, 2011 in Austin. - September 03, 2011 - Texas Self Storage Association
CCA Announces Improvements to Gold Seal Construction Management Certification Program
Canadian Construction Association (CCA) today announced the planned improvement to its Gold Seal certification program for construction management professionals. In addition to changes to program requirements in terms of education, training and application fees, in the upcoming months CCA will launch an online application system, a learning management system facilitating preparing for the examination as well as improvements to how potential applicants can find information about the program. - September 03, 2011 - Canadian Construction Association
OCW Consortium Partners with leading European Universities to Expand the Impact of OpenCourseWare on Virtual Mobility in Europe
A consortium of leaders in the open education movement has been awarded a grant from the European Union’s Lifelong Learning program. The consortium partners include the OpenCourseWare Consortium, Delft University of Technology (the Netherlands), Universidad Politécnica Madrid (Spain),... - September 03, 2011 - OpenCourseWare Consortium
Terracare Associates and Progress Equity Partners Acquire Cimarron Landscape
Terracare Associates LLC, a full service landscape and public infrastructure maintenance services company and its financial partner, Progress Equity Partners, Ltd. today announced that it has acquired Cimarron Landscape of Sacramento, California. With the acquisition of Cimarron Landscape,... - September 03, 2011 - Terracare Associates
Gail C. Bernstein, Special Counsel, WilmerHale to Speak at KC’s The Impact of Dodd-Frank Act on FDIC-Insured Banks Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Gail C. Bernstein, Special Counsel, WilmerHale will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “The Impact of Dodd-Frank Act on... - September 03, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
The Humane Society of Louisiana Gets a Sweet Deal from Rescue Chocolate
The Humane Society of Louisiana has been named the September 2011 beneficiary for Rescue Chocolate, a chocolate company which donates its profits to various animal rescue organizations. - September 03, 2011 - Rescue Chocolate
Neuroreality: Galactic Black Hole Big Bang Fountains Are Emitting Missing Dark Matter
According to the "Galactic Big Bang Engine Model" of University of Hawaii’s biophysicist-cosmologist, Bruce E. Morton, "Each galaxy is a stacked double torus resulting from black hole polar big bang fountains, blasting out dark matter and dark energy. As these gather mass, they are pulled back into light matter at the inward flowing spiral arms of the galactic plane, which continuously reenter the black hole to feed its continued big bang emissions." - September 02, 2011 - Bruce Eldine Morton
A Road 2 A Cure is Proud to Announce K & G Cycles Has Come on Board as a Road 2 A Cure Sponsor
The Road 2 A Cure started out as a National Motorcycle Tour to raise awareness for Pancreatic Cancer and now that the successful tour is complete Road 2 A Cure is now on the road to accelerate change, inspire hope and change the lives of those affected by the 4th deadliest Cancer in America. - September 02, 2011 - Road 2 A Cure
Savannah Ocean Exchange Launches September 2011 with Over 30 Events Celebrating Connection with the Ocean & Coasts
Four Public Exchanges will focus on the many ways Coastal Georgia connects with the oceans: Culture & Cuisine, Vessels & Viewing, Presentations & Performances, and Events & Excursions. This event is timed to coincide with the Solutions Exchange, which will attract global leaders in industry, technology and oceans conservation to Savannah to award the 2011 Gulfstream Navigator Award for the best Solution Inspiring Action. - September 02, 2011 - Savannah Ocean Exchange
GreaterGood.org Grants to IFAW Top $1 Million for Animal Rescue
In August, IFAW, the International Fund for Animal Welfare, marked a milestone: $1 million in grants received from GreaterGood.org to help animals in crisis around the world. GreaterGood.org distributes donations received from the GreaterGood Network’s collection of websites, including The... - September 02, 2011 - GreaterGood
Evangelist Norman Moore Ministers in Exciting Revivals
“Breakthrough,” “Encouraging,” “Victories,, & “Jump-start” describe the recent local church revivals. Churches benefit from the preaching ministry of Evangelist Norman Moore. - September 02, 2011 - Norman Moore Ministries
Knowledge Congress Announces CLE/CPE Live Webcast: Dealing with Fraud and Waste in Healthcare from a Legal Perspective
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: “Dealing with Fraud and Waste in Healthcare from a Legal Perspective Live Webcast.” This two-hour event is... - September 02, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
iPAD Angola to Show How Port of Luanda is a Perfect Example of Investment Partnership Opportunity in Angola
The Port of Luanda is a perfect example of the infrastructure partnerships and private sector investment opportunities Angola has to offer, says the Port’s Technical Director, Mr. Sansão Domingos Pitra. During the upcoming annual investment forum, iPAD Angola, taking place in Luanda from 13-16 September, delegates will have the opportunity to view the facilities during a site visit. - September 02, 2011 - iPAD Angola
Washington DC International Association of Home Staging Professionals (IAHSP®) Partners with The Campagna Center
The Washington, DC Chapter of the International Association of Home Staging Professionals® (IAHSP®), has partnered with The Campagna Center as this year’s recipient for World Wide Staging Services Week (WWSSW). World Wide Staging Services Week has been an honored tradition amongst... - September 02, 2011 - Washington DC IAHSP Regional Chapter
New Guidebook to African American History in the National Parks Helps to Commemorate the Dedication of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial
Eastern National is pleased to announce their newest publication, the Guidebook to African American History in the National Parks. A concise guide to African American history in the national parks, this insightful book chronicles the legacy of African Americans through American history, from... - September 02, 2011 - Eastern National
Connecticut Real Estate Investors Assn. (CT REIA) Announces Free Webinar for Business Entrepreneurs
On September 8, 2011 the Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association will be hosting a free webinar for business entrepreneurs. Attendees will learn how to make additional income using eBay. - September 02, 2011 - Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association - CTREIA
North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association Names Dr. Chessie Green as President
Organization Dedicated to Compassionate Animal Care and Quality Medicine Names 2011-2012 Executive Board - September 02, 2011 - NCVMA
Get Back to School Savings on Blankets and Throws from BlanketAmerica.com
Blanket America, a blankets and linens retailer, is now promoting back to school savings on all its home essentials for upperclassmen. - September 02, 2011 - Blanket America BUY 1, GIVE 1 Blankets
Brady Cannon Named Programs Director for TAG Savannah Office
Technology Association of Georgia Strengthens and Expands Presence in Costal Georgia - September 02, 2011 - TAG think
Post Acute Network Spotlight - Creating Sustained Improvements in the Patient Satisfaction Survey Process
The patient satisfaction survey process is critical to health care organizations. However, many continue to struggle as they try to collect this important data. A new product may hold the answer; improving efficiency while delivering real-time results. Post Acute Network has the exclusive interview with the developers of ePatSat. - September 01, 2011 - iPACC - Integrated Post Acute Care Corporation
New Cultural Event, Blue Mountains Australia
Call for Submissions are now open for Sculpture at Scenic World, a new cultural event in World Heritage listed Blue Mountains. - September 01, 2011 - Scenic World
World Experts Meet in Cambridge to Discuss Treatments for Down Syndrome
The treatability of Down Syndrome is gaining evidence and support, but remains the "holy grail" for parents and doctors. A rare gathering of expert scientists will plan the next stage in human treatments for Down syndrome. The wider context of the impact on people with Alzheimer's with be discussed. - September 01, 2011 - Down Syndrome Research Foundation UK
WIDS Hosts User Group Conference, Nov. 1-3; Offers In-Depth Look at New WIDS Web-Based Curriculum Design Application
During its 5th annual International WIDS User Group conference, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 3, the Worldwide Instructional Design System (WIDS) unveils its new Web-harnessed, performance-based, instructional-design application – WIDS. - September 01, 2011 - Worldwide Instructional Design System
New Social Network Ignites Avid Movement to Unite Segmented Beauty Industry
Physicians, dentists, and plastic surgeons are often neglected and not included in the beauty community. The new social network, Beauty Expert Exchange, is expanding the traditional concept of the beauty industry as an elite, industry wide affair. - September 01, 2011 - Beauty Expert Exchange
WIDS Released. New Web-Based Curriculum Design, Management and Dissemination System.
The Worldwide Instructional Design System (WIDS) just released WIDS, a new Web-based curriculum design application. Harnessing the latest technologies, WIDS extends beyond desktop instructional design to encompass a complete system supporting organizational curriculum design, management and dissemination. Discover its capabilities at www.wids.org and take a video tour. - September 01, 2011 - Worldwide Instructional Design System
Kollaboration DC 2011 Contestants Announced
Kollaboration DC, the Washington Metropolitan area’s only talent competition showcasing emerging talents within the Asian American and Pacific Islander community, announces its artists for this year’s show. The September 17th show will be the second in Kollaboration DC history and will... - September 01, 2011 - Kollaboration DC
Chattanooga Film Society Debuts Acclaimed Film Series: the Southern Circuit Tour of Independent Filmmakers
The Chattanooga Film Society launches a new screening series in partnership with The Southern Circuit, one of the South's most respected touring film series. The Southern Circuit is a unique program that brings some of the best indie filmmakers from around the country and the world to communities in the South. Over the years, audiences have seen more than 200 films and have engaged filmmakers in post-screening discussions in more than 50 communities across the Southern U.S. - September 01, 2011 - Chattanooga Film Society
Annual Esther Call to Empower Women from Diverse Backgrounds
Hundreds of women will gather for the third annual Esther Call: Redefined and Refined Woman conference, September 16 - 17. - September 01, 2011 - Thee Shower of Blessings Church International
Washington Urgent Care Achieves Urgent Care Center Accreditation
Washington Urgent Care has achieved Urgent Care Center Accreditation from the American Academy of Urgent Care Medicine. - September 01, 2011 - American Academy of Urgent Care Medicine
9/11 Truthers to Converge Upon New York City for Tenth Anniversary
Friday, September 9 through Sunday, September 11, 2011, thousands of 9/11 truthers will descend on New York City, seeking answers to questions that six of the 9/11 commissioners have themselves raised. - September 01, 2011 - We Are Change NYC
ONR Funds Dr. Chang-Hwan Choi to Study Nanoscale Wetting Dynamics of Superhydrophobic Surfaces at Stevens
Dr. Choi's DURIP grant supports development of innovative anti-corrosion materials. - September 01, 2011 - Stevens Institute of Technology
American Workers Honored During Labor Day Marathon on Sportsman Channel
The American worker and sportsman will be honored during the inaugural Brotherhood Outdoors Labor Day marathon, which will feature eight back-to-back episodes airing from 1 to 5 p.m. ET. on Monday, September 5 on Sportsman Channel, the leader in outdoor TV for the American Sportsman. A... - September 01, 2011 - Union Sportsmen's Alliance
Women's Business Development Center to Present 25th Anniversary Entrepreneurial Woman's Conference September 14 in Chicago
Want to know how to build a business into one of the fastest-growing companies in the U.S.? Several nationally-renowned women entrepreneurs will share their path to business success at the 25th Anniversary Entrepreneurial Woman’s Conference presented by the Women’s Business Development... - September 01, 2011 - Women's Business Development Center
Top Atlanta Technology Executives to Discuss the Rules of Social Business
TAG and TAG Social Business Society Host Upcoming CIO Panel. The Technology Association of Georgia (TAG), the state's leading association dedicated to the promotion and economic advancement of Georgia's technology industry, and the TAG Social Business society are hosting a CIO panel discussion on... - September 01, 2011 - TAG think
Going Crazy? Or Just Visually Impaired? Free Video Explains Hallucinations Brought on by Low Vision
What many psychiatrists, psychologists, and neurologists don't know, but many low vision patients do, is that hallucinations are not all psychotic. Identified over 250 years ago, Charles Bonnet Syndrome (CBS) remains virtually unknown by most physicians. It is characterized by visual... - August 31, 2011 - Macular Degeneration Foundation