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David Foster, Associate, Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP to Speak at KC’s A Review of Supreme Court's 2010 Term and Preview of What's Coming Next Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that David W. Foster, Associate, Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “A Review of... - July 29, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
DecoBike & Miami Beach
The U.S. Conference of Mayors Honors Miami Beach for Its Successful DecoBike Bicycle Sharing Program - July 28, 2011 - DECOBIKE, LLC
Orange County Canstruction Event Back for 4th Consecutive Year
One of the most visually stunning demonstrations of talent and creativity within the architectural and engineering communities will provide a much‐needed source of food for the Orange County Food Bank, which services the more than 500,000 Orange County residents who are food insecure. - July 28, 2011 - Orange County Canstruction
IEEE ComSoc Training to Hold Five-Day "Virtual Intensive Course on Wireless Communications" 22-26 August 2011
Online Session to Offer Comprehensive Overview of Wireless Network Operations, Technology Implementations & Overall System Design - July 28, 2011 - IEEE Communications Society
INTIX’s 2012 Conference Call for Papers is Open for Submissions
Featured conference tracks include Revenue Generation, Organizational Changes & Staffing, Technology, Resource Optimization and Industry Trends - July 28, 2011 - International Ticketing Association
DC's Trinity College to Host LatPro Hispanic and Bilingual Job Fair
LatPro and the National Society for Hispanic Professionals will be holding a career fair for Hispanic and bilingual professionals at Trinity Center at Trinity College in Washington, DC August 26 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. - July 28, 2011 - LatPro Inc.
It’s Just Benign Achieves 5 Star Rating on GreatNonprofits
It’s Just Benign, Inc. announced this week that they achieved a 5 Star Ranking on the GreatNonprofits web site. It’s Just Benign, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with the mission to provide information, support, and a means of communication for those diagnosed with benign brain tumors. - July 28, 2011 - It's Just Benign, Inc.
Friends of the NCVMA Foundation Supports Canine Assisted Rehabilitation for the Elderly
Philanthropic Arm of the North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association Makes $750 Donation to Wake County Organization. - July 28, 2011 - NCVMA
Youngsters Set Sail for a Career in Nuclear Marine Engineering with the Smallpeice Trust
Leading engineering support services company, Babcock, the Defence Academy and the Royal Navy recently teamed up with educational charity, The Smallpeice Trust to offer thirty-eight students from across the UK the chance to gain an insight into nuclear marine engineering. The four-day residential... - July 28, 2011 - The Smallpeice Trust
Wildlife Management Office is Coming to Northern Alabama
A All Animal Control is opening their 36th franchise location in Northern Alabama. The owner, Tyson Giebrecht, is a Certified Marksman and is trained in the control and removal of a wide range of species, including, skunks, squirrels, raccoons, opossums, bats, birds, snakes, rats, and mice. - July 28, 2011 - A All Animal Control
Fundraising Consultants at The Fundraising Resource Group Launch New Website, www.thefundraisingresource.com
The fundraising consultants at The Fundraising Resource Group are pleased to announce the launch of their new website at www.thefundraisingresource.com that provides information on the fundraising services and marketing for capital campaigns, major gifts programs, fundraising training and other... - July 28, 2011 - The Fundraising Resource Group
Long Island Nurse Practitioner Association Member Elected New York's AANP Representative
State representatives of the AANP actively serve as the contact person and liaison for communication and other grass roots activities with members and other NPs in their states. - July 28, 2011 - Nurse Practitioner Association of Long Island
Engeye Health Clinic in Uganda Seeks Aid for Ugandan Seven-Year-Old Girl with Treatable Cancer
Please Visit http://www.engeye.org to contribute to the Noeline Fund to send Noeline to the Mulago Cancer Institute in Kampala. - July 28, 2011 - Engeye
Parents of Woman Abducted Thank Representative William Snyder for the Implementation of His DNA Legislation
The law will facilitate the taking of DNA samples from felony suspects following arrests. Parents of missing girl say thank you, applaud Representative Snyder's crucial efforts. - July 27, 2011 - Representative William D. Snyder, FL 82
GWBC® Teams up with Billion Dollar Woman-Owned Business and WNBA Team Owner at 6th Annual Power of Partnering Marketplace
Women Business Enterprises will have an opportunity to expand their business network and learn smart business practices from two industry leading executives, Lynn Tilton, CEO of Patriarch Partners and Kathy Betty, Owner of the Atlanta Dream at GWBC’s Annual Power of Partnering Marketplace. - July 27, 2011 - Greater Women's Business Council
In a Letter Released Today to President Obama and Congress, Nonviolent Peaceforce Urges Using Civilian Peacekeepers as a Cost-Effective Alternative to Global Violence
In a letter released today to President Obama and Congressional budget negotiators, the international non-profit organization Nonviolent Peaceforce urged them to look at a new way of responding to global violence and conflict that would entail great savings. According to Mel Duncan, co-founder of Nonviolent Peaceforce and the letter's author, "In some conflict situations around the world, it makes sound strategic sense to use unarmed international civilian peacekeepers to protect civilians." - July 27, 2011 - Nonviolent Peaceforce
SWACHA Announces August 19 Webinar on Durbin Amendment
What: The final ruling of the Durbin Amendment issued by the Federal Reserve Board on June 29th includes 5 major provisions and will impact all debit card issuers. This seminar will cover the implications of these changes to ensure the adherence to new policies and timelines. When: Friday August... - July 27, 2011 - SWACHA
UCAAN Prepares for 3rd Annual Charity Date Auction (Updated Info)
Fun-Raiser: Charity date auction to help raise money for local 501c3 whose goal is to aid cancer survivors now. - July 27, 2011 - United Cancer Advocacy Action Network
Akhbarna Conferred Man of the Year Award-2010 to Dr. Naseer Homoud
Dr. Naseer Homoud was felicitated by Akhbarna with its Man of the Year Award-2010 in Jordan. Dr. Homoud, earlier this year, was announced as elected nominee for this award after bagging highest votes for the award in the polls conducted by Akhbarna. - July 27, 2011 - Dr. Naseer Homoud
Community Rallies to Break Eden Autism 5k and Fun Run Fundraising Record
Eden Autism Services’ 8th annual Eden Autism 5k Race and 1-Mile Fun Run, sponsored by Munich Re, took place on July 17th and broke last year’s fundraising record with $125,000 in net proceeds. Held at the Princeton Forrestal Village, the morning was filled with plenty of fun and... - July 27, 2011 - Eden Autism Services
Exploring Science Through Underwater Robotics
The Center for Innovation in Engineering and Science Education at Stevens is leading a National Science Foundation initiative to improve K-12 STEM skills and education through fun summer camps and educator institutes. - July 27, 2011 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Medical Tourism Healthcare Leaders Awards to be Announced in Chicago October 25-28, 2011
The Medical Tourism Association™ (Global Healthcare Association) will be awarding a select group of leaders in international healthcare whose achievements have enhanced and brought innovation to the International Healthcare Industry and excelled at providing international healthcare quality and international patients services. - July 27, 2011 - Medical Tourism Association™
Aspiring Students Get "Smallpeice" of the Action
Students aged 16 and 17 were given a rare insight into the exciting and dynamic field of nanotechnology during a four-day residential course organised by The Smallpeice Trust in partnership with the University of Leeds. - July 27, 2011 - The Smallpeice Trust
YG, Kerli, Audio Push, Ty$, Savvy & Mandy, Pink Army and Austin Anderson to Perform at the SoCal Youth TakeOver Festival on August 13 in Los Angeles
A general admission ticket to the SoCal Youth TakeOver Festival provides free cotton candy and popcorn, a Fun Zone full of games and prizes, gourmet food trucks, info booths and a dance contest, poetry slam and concert with celebrity appearances. - July 27, 2011 - Loose Ends Events & Marketing
Holly G. Green Asks, "Are You Ready to be Insanely Successful?"
The Human Factor, Inc.’s CEO, Holly G. Green, will work with leaders to create strategic agility and a focus on winning in a public forum in San Diego this upcoming October. - July 26, 2011 - The Human Factor, Inc.
Suicide Prevention Organization Releases Music CD Tribute to Help Spread Awareness
Pick With Austin, Inc., has released a music CD "My Gift of Music" to help promote their mission to spread more awareness about the epidemic of youth and teen depression and suicide. The CD contains songs licensed for use in the project from composers, singers, and bands from around the world. - July 26, 2011 - Pick With Austin, Inc.
The Business Mindset of Building Wealth is the Featured Discussion on Real World Leadership Radio This Wednesday with Special Guest Will Miller
Real World Leadership Radio hosts Debora McLaughlin and Donna Price welcome special guest Will Miller this Wednesday, 27th at 12 pm EST to discuss his amazing rise to success and "The Business Mindset of Building Wealth." - July 25, 2011 - The Real World Leadership Institute, Inc.
The Antique Airplane Club Releases a Unique Calendar for 2012: Plane Janes
The Plane Janes calendar features thirteen of New York’s most beautiful women next to the country’s rarest antique airplanes. - July 25, 2011 - The Antique Airplane Club Of Greater New York
APRL GA Protesting to Remove Cruel Menu Item -- Animal Advocates Reprimand Restaurant for Fois Gras Faux Pas
APRL GA announces that this Saturday, July 23rd from 7p to 9p, approximately 15 protesters will gather outside Restaurant Eugene, located at 2277 Peachtree Road Atlanta, GA, to protest foie gras—a controversial liver appetizer made by force feeding ducks. Protest leader Rebecca Weston was... - July 24, 2011 - Animal Protection and Rights League Atlanta Chapter
Clear Water Lotus Buddhism, a New Form of Buddhist Teaching for the Human Being
Clear Water Lotus Buddhism is a new sect of Buddhist practice that contributes to inner peace. It bridges the spiritual gap and allows people to honor the God within while staying true to the 3000 year old teaching. - July 24, 2011 - Clear Water Lotus Buddhism
How Amagf Can Help Veterans Start a New Business with a Patriot Express Loan
Helping the Military Community with Business SBA's Patriot Express Initiative has new and enhanced programs and services for veterans and members of the military community wanting to establish or expand small businesses. - July 24, 2011 - American Association of Government Finance
Aspiring Students Dig Out Mining Careers with the Smallpeice Trust
Aspiring young engineers from across the UK spent four days at the University of Exeter's Camborne School of Mines (CSM), learning about mining and minerals through a jam-packed timetable of educational and fun activities. - July 24, 2011 - The Smallpeice Trust
Fiduciary Benchmarks Named Sponsor at Knowledge Congress' Event “401(k) Fees: What You Need to Know in 2011 LIVE Webcast,” on 08/9/11
Fiduciary Benchmarks, a leading service provider for benchmarking retirement plans, teams up with The Knowledge Group for KC’s upcoming webcast entitled “401(k) Fees: What You Need to Know in 2011.” This two-hour event will be held on August 9, 2011 at 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM ET. For... - July 24, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Stephen L. Stewart, Chief Technology Officer, Nuix to Speak at KC’s Legal Series for 2011: Common Discovery Issues in Employment Litigation Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group, producer of regulatory-focused expert webcasts, has announced today that leading electronic discovery (eDiscovery) and digital investigation software provider Nuix’s chief technology officer (CTO), Mr. Stephen L. Stewart, will speak at a 2-hour webcast entitled... - July 24, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Volunteers Needed to Help with 15th Anniversary Boston Arthritis Walk
The Arthritis Foundation is looking for volunteers to help plan and coordinate the 15th Anniversary Boston Arthritis Walk to be held at the DCR’s Artesani Park in Brighton, on Sunday, September, 18, 2011. Help is needed with all planning activities including publicity, recruiting walkers and... - July 23, 2011 - Arthritis Foundation
Daniel A. Masur, Partner, Mayer Brown LLP to Speak at KC’s Outsourced Billing Now! Cleaning up the Mess & Best Practices Live Webcast
KC has scheduled a live CLE/CPE webcast entitled: “Outsourced Billing Now! Cleaning up the Mess & Best Practices Live Webcast,” scheduled for January 24, 2012 from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM ET. - July 23, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Budding Young Engineers Take Part in Engineering Experience with the Smallpeice Trust
From 12th to 15th July 2011, budding young engineers from across the UK benefited from a unique engineering experience designed engage students and provide them with the opportunity to learn about engineering through a series of presentations and practical workshops. - July 23, 2011 - The Smallpeice Trust
“Secret Heroes: The Ritchie Boys” Traveling Exhibit Opens at the Holocaust Memorial Center, July 24
The exhibit, “Secret Heroes: The Ritchie Boys,” running through February 5, 2012, focuses on the lives and achievements of a special band of World War II soldiers fighting a psychological war against the Nazis. - July 23, 2011 - Holocaust Memorial Center Zekelman Family Campus
Local Colorado Firefighters to Unveil the 2012 Colorado Firefighter Calendar on August 18th
15 New Hometown Heroes Will Fire Up the Crowd in Support of The Children’s Hospital Burn Center - July 23, 2011 - Fired Up For Kids
Nashville Religion Communicators Council Hears the Challenges of Interfaith Dialogue
The Nashville Religion Communicators Council held their July meeting in the Wisdom House at Scarritt Bennett Center, where they heard from Interfaith Dialogian Chance Dillon on the perils and perks of interfaith communication. - July 23, 2011 - Religion Communicators Council
IMI Association Executives Adds Shalonda Maggitt as Administrative Manager
North Carolina-based association management firm continues to expand with addition of new administrative manager. - July 23, 2011 - IMI Association Executives
Going Beyond Google: Gathering Internet Intelligence Webinar at Strategic and Competitive Intelligence Professionals (SCIP) Greater DC
Sean Campbell and Scott Swigart provide insight into the most effective use of internet-based intelligence sources at the SCIP Greater DC meeting in McLean, Virginia, on September 13, 5:30 - 7:30 pm EDT. - July 23, 2011 - Strategic and Competitive Intelligence Professionals
Appalachian Trail Boundary Crew to Recover Large Tract of Land in Maine
For three weeks beginning on July 24, 2011, as part of the Appalachian Trail Conservancy (ATC) Land Protection Program, the ATC and volunteers from the American Hiking Society and Frostburg State University will be marking the Appalachian Trail (A.T.) boundary in Andover, Maine. Maine has more... - July 23, 2011 - Appalachian Trail Conservancy
IMC Club Opens South New Jersey Chapter
IMC Club International, Inc., headquartered in Massachusetts, opened its twenty ninth national chapter in Millville, New Jersey this week. Pilots gathered at Big Sky Aviation in Millville (KMIV) on Wednesday July 20th for the official inaugural meeting of the new Southern New Jersey Chapter. At the... - July 23, 2011 - IMCClubs.org
IEEE WCET® Certification Exam Applications Accepted for Testing Period to be Held 2 – 29 October 2011
Virtual One-Day Course Highlights “LTE for the Wireless Engineering Practitioner” on August 3 - July 22, 2011 - IEEE Communications Society
Building Resilient Communities
The InfraGard National Members Alliance (INMA) held the latest in its series of critical sector forums by examining building resilient communities with FEMA Administrator W. Craig Fugate. INMA Chairman, Dr. Kathleen Kiernan, and KeyPoint Government Solutions President and CEO, Jeff Schlanger,... - July 22, 2011 - InfraGard National Members Alliance
3rd Annual Planet Connections Theatre Festivity Awards July 24th Ceremony in New York
The winners of the 3rd Annual Planet Connections Theatre Festivity Awards will be revealed at the July 24th gala in New York City, the Subub Chelsea Center. PCTF Award nominations encompass 39 categories - from favorites like the Planet Activist Award, Greener Planet Award and the Congeniality... - July 22, 2011 - Planet Connection Theatre Festivity
Indra Public Relations Plays a Hand in Managing Another Successful Clay Walker Charity Classic at Pebble Beach
Corporate leaders, philanthropists and the sports and entertainment industries came together for the 4th Annual Clay Walker Charity Classic to raise funds to support research for Multiple Sclerosis. The event was organized by BAMS, Clay Walker’s nonprofit organization dedicated exclusively to... - July 22, 2011 - Indra Public Relations
Groom Law Group Chartered Named Sponsor at Knowledge Congress' Event “401(k) Fees: What You Need to Know in 2011 LIVE Webcast,” on 08/9/11
Groom Law Group Chartered, a leading employee benefits law firm, teams up with The Knowledge Group for KC’s upcoming webcast entitled “401(k) Fees: What You Need to Know in 2011.” This two-hour event will be held on August 9, 2011 at 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM ET. For further details... - July 22, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Hip Hop Grows Up Inc. Along with Dollyhood Records Partners with Florida A&M University to Host the C.E.O. Experience – a Music and Entertainment Industry Conference
During a press conference, Florida A&M University (FAMU) announced it will host the Creativity Education Opportunity (C.E.O.) Experience, a music and entertainment industry conference scheduled for November 3 and November 4, 2011 on FAMU’s campus. The conference will offer new artists,... - July 22, 2011 - Hip Hop Grows Up Inc