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Anthony J. Costantini, Partner, Duane Morris LLP to Speak at KC’s Event Internal Control Deficiencies: Assess/Report SAS 112 & 115
Joining the notable panel of speakers for KC’s Internal Control Deficiencies: Assess/Report SAS 112 & 115 Live Webcast is the distinguished Anthony J. Costantini, Partner, Head, Professional Liability Practice of Duane Morris LLP. (For further details, please visit:... - March 30, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Megan Zietsman, Partner, Deloitte & Touche LLP to Speak at KC’s Event Internal Control Deficiencies: Assess/Report SAS 112 & 115 Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Megan Zietsman, Partner of Deloitte & Touche LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Internal Control Deficiencies:... - March 30, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Georgia Non-Profit Raffles House as 2011 Fundraiser Event
Paralyzed real estate market motivates non-profit organization to creatively coordinate fundraiser. Home Owner Mortgage Education, Inc, scheduled to raffle four bedroom renovation in established Atlanta subdivision December of 2011. Privately funded organization struggles to meet demand for services from the State's distressed homeowners. - March 30, 2011 - Home Owner Mortgage Education, Inc.
"Get Blue" – National Effort to Educate America During April, National Child Abuse Prevention Month
April marks the 28th anniversary of National Child Abuse Prevention Month, a time dedicated to child abuse education, awareness and prevention activities. To observe National Child Abuse Prevention month, Love Our Children USA, (a national organization headquartered in New York whose mission is to break the cycle of violence against children) begins its eighth annual GET BLUE campaign – a national effort to educate and raise awareness for Child Abuse Prevention. - March 30, 2011 - Love Our Children USA
Connecticut Real Estate Investors Assn. (CT REIA) Announces April 2011 Meeting with Wealth Expert Robert Shemin
On April 11 the Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association (CT REIA) will be hosting its monthly meeting with Robert Shemin. Attendees will learn how to buy and sell real estate in today’s market. - March 29, 2011 - Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association - CTREIA
2011 Board of Directors Named for ASTD South Central Wisconsin - Tracy Nelson of Summit Credit Union Serving as President, Kimberly Frederickson as President in Training
The American Society of Training & Development South Central Wisconsin has named Tracy Nelson of Summit Credit Union as 2011 President. Kimberly Frederickson will be serving as President Elect in training for 2012. - March 29, 2011 - American Society of Training & Development, South Central Wisconsin
Free Women Veterans Entrepreneurship Training
The Women Veterans Business Resource Center supports the Women Veterans Igniting the Spirit of Entrepreneurship (V-Wise) Conference. This three-day conference includes two tracks of training; a "growth track" tailored to those participants already in business, and a "startup" track focused on potential future entrepreneurs. - March 29, 2011 - Women Veterans Business Center
The National Fire Protection Association Invites Parents and Children to Celebrate Sparky the Fire Dog's 60th Birthday in Fire-Safety Style
Famous spokesdog reminds families about the importance of fire prevention. - March 28, 2011 - National Fire Protection Association
Matthew 25: Ministries Ships Disaster Relief to Japan
Matthew 25: Ministries, an international humanitarian aid and disaster relief organization, located in Cincinnati, OH, will begin shipping aid to disaster-ravaged Japan on Monday, March 28. Matthew 25: Ministries will ship 250,000 servings of food from Matthew 25’s Food Processing Center, as well as water and blankets by both sea and air to Japan on Monday. - March 28, 2011 - Matthew 25: Ministries
Intro to Services Offered by Women's Business Development Center Scheduled for April 5 in Chicago
“Wisdom, Wine and Cheese: Introduction to WBDC Services,” an introductory session for prospective and established business owners to help clarify their needs, hosted by the Women’s Business Development Center (WBDC), will be held from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 5, at the... - March 27, 2011 - Women's Business Development Center
NASFAA.org Awarded Top Nonprofit Website Ranking by the Interactive Media Awards
Financial Aid Association's website given IMA's highest honor for planning, execution and overall professionalism. - March 27, 2011 - National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators
Kids In Need Foundation Announces Partnership with Elmer’s
Teachers Can Now Apply for Elmer’s Teacher Toolkit Grants to Conduct Classroom Projects The Kids In Need Foundation, a national, non-profit organization dedicated to providing free school supplies to economically disadvantaged school children and under-funded teachers, is introducing a new... - March 27, 2011 - Kids In Need Foundation
Adirondack Recycling Program
Members of the AWF have been collecting empty laser and inkjet cartridges and used cell phones from the community. They are sending the waste products to companies that recycle all of the material. - March 27, 2011 - American Society for the Protection of Nature
USSSA Teams with My Sports Dreams to Help Affiliated Teams Raise Money
My Sports Dreams will help teams competing under USSSA umbrella purchase gear and travel to USSSA Tournaments nationwide - March 27, 2011 - My Sports Dreams
TAG Unveils 2011 State of the Industry: Technology in Georgia Report
The Technology Association of Georgia (TAG), the state’s leading association dedicated to the promotion and economic advancement of Georgia’s technology industry, today unveiled results from its 2011 State of the Industry: Technology in Georgia Report. - March 27, 2011 - TAG think
From Kabul to Our Nation’s Capital: Countering the Threat of Improvised Explosive Devices
The InfraGard National Members Alliance (INMA) held a critical sector forum examining the counter IED efforts. INMA Chairman Dr. Kathleen Kiernan and Jeff Simons, COO of A-T Solution, welcomed a distinguished panel consisting of Louis Grever, FBI Executive Assistant Director for Science and... - March 26, 2011 - InfraGard National Members Alliance
NH Division of Economic Development Promotes Benefits of Skilled Workforce, Job Training Grants for Business Relocation Assistance
Insurance companies and other businesses thinking about relocation or reincorporation in another state must factor a number of important considerations into their decision. Two of those include the quality of people in the labor market, and the types of financial assistance available to provide specialized training to new employees. Read on to learn how New Hampshire fares in both these areas. - March 26, 2011 - NH Division of Economic Development
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webcast 2010 Corporate Income Tax Return Compliance – Understanding the Complexities
A host of tax-related changes occurred during 2010, which must be understood in order to accurately complete 2010 income tax returns while limiting exposure and maximizing tax savings opportunities. - March 26, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Doug Bennett, Partner, National Accounting & Auditing Director, BKD LLP to Speak at KC’s Tectonic Shift in Accounting & Financial Reporting Coming: Are You Ready?
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Doug Bennett, Partner, National Accounting & Auditing Director, BKD LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Tectonic... - March 26, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
GreaterGood Network Visitors Decide on $75,000 in Grants for Petfinder.com Animal Shelters
In 2011, GreaterGood Network's The Animal Rescue Site $300,000 Shelter+ Challenge allows visitors to the website to select Petfinder.com shelters and rescue groups to receive grants to help feed and care for animals. The first round of voting, which ended March 20, gave $75,000 to 68 shelters in... - March 26, 2011 - GreaterGood
Homegrown Lacrosse Introduces 1,000 Students in Duluth Minnesota to the Sport of Lacrosse
Partnership with MBSLA and MLA supports the grassroots growth of lacrosse in the state. Over the course of five days in mid-March, Homegrown Lacrosse, a Twin Cities-based nonprofit organization, introduced nearly 1,000 K-12 students in Duluth, Minn. to the sport of lacrosse with its In-School P.E. - March 26, 2011 - Homegrown Lacrosse
Blanket America Launches New Microsite, BlanketAmericaGives.com, Where Visitors Can Ask Company to "Help My State" with Blankets and Other Donated Textiles
Blanket America, a blanket manufacturer and charitable organization, expanded its community outreach program with the launch of a new website: www.BlanketAmericaGives.com. - March 26, 2011 - Blanket America BUY 1, GIVE 1 Blankets
National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship Seeks Experts in Entrepreneurship Education to Present at Conference in October
The National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship (NACCE) is asking experts in entrepreneurship to submit proposals for presentations to be presented at the organization’s 9th Annual Conference in Portland, OR, to be held October 9-12. NACCE is looking for engaging presenters... - March 26, 2011 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
The Institute for New Economic Thinking Has Announced the Latest Speaker and Panel Discussion Confirmations for Its Bretton Woods Conference
Bretton Woods conference speakers now include Jim Balsillie, Gordon Brown, Mark Carney, Richard Koo, George Soros, Joseph Stiglitz, Larry Summers, Paul Volcker, and many others. - March 26, 2011 - Institute for New Economic Thinking
Brenda M. Van, Western Managing Dir., Nonprofit Market Leader, MassMutual to Speak at KC's Event Entitled: Conquer the New World of 403(b) Retirement Plans Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Brenda M. Van, Western Managing Director, Nonprofit Market Leader, MassMutual Retirement Services will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast... - March 26, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
The GRC Group Seeks Nominations for 2010 GRC MVP Awards
The GRC Group (http://www.grcg.com/grc-mvp-nominations-2010) has announced that nominations for its GRC MVP Awards will be accepted through March 31, 2011. The 2010 GRC MVP Awards recognize individual achievement and professional contributions in governance, risk management, and compliance during... - March 25, 2011 - GRC Group
African-American Business & Professional Network Partners with Small Business Administration to Improve ROI for Minority Business Owners
Business & Professional Network Connects Members with Organizations that Increase Their Bottom Lines Despite Unstable Economy - March 25, 2011 - AABPN
Time to Create at The Crucible
Expanded Classrooms and Extra Hours at Industrial Art School - March 25, 2011 - The Crucible
Coach Todd Colbeck Helps Small Businesses Become STAR Workplaces
Todd Colbeck, the President of the Colbeck Coaching Group has become an official Workplace Stars Service Partner. - March 25, 2011 - Workplace Stars LLC
The Training, Education & Research Institute Invites the San Diego Community to Its Fourth Annual Cuvee Delle Vite Event
The Autism and Special Needs Non-profit Hosts an Afternoon of Food, Fun and Philanthropy to Celebrate its New Charles R. Cono Campus for Life Quality. - March 25, 2011 - TERI
Woodcraft Rangers and LA Galaxy Partner on Youth Soccer Tournament to Support Health Through Physical Activity
This Saturday and Sunday 28 teams of 10-14 year-olds from all over Los Angeles County will take part in WeekEndZone, a double elimination soccer tournament held at Columbia Park in Torrance. WeekEndZone is hosted by Woodcraft Rangers, a non-profit agency specializing in development programs for... - March 25, 2011 - Woodcraft Rangers
John Rex Endowment Invests $1.36 Million in Positive Youth Development
The John Rex Endowment announces the investment of $1.36 million for two Positive Youth Development grants, including $1.25 million for the Collaborative Partnership for Excellence in Youth Development and $115,322 for El Pueblo's CAPAZ initiative. - March 25, 2011 - John Rex Endowment
My Sports Dreams and Travel Champs Partner Up to Help Teams Travel More Easily and Efficiently
Nation’s Leading Fundraiser will help promote online service for coaches and event organizers - March 25, 2011 - My Sports Dreams
Boston Area Veterans First in Massachusetts to Have New Option for Companion Pet Adoption
Not-for-profit partners with Quincy Animal Shelter and Quarry Hills Animal Hospital to help U.S. veterans honorably adopt and care for companion pets - March 25, 2011 - Pets for Patriots, Inc.
AAUCM and iTriage Team Up to Help Growing Number of Mobile Users Quickly Find Urgent Care Centers
iTriage’s symptom-to-provider™ pathway is helping urgent care centers connect with patients at the exact moment a minor medical need arises. - March 25, 2011 - American Academy of Urgent Care Medicine
ICLEI USA Executive Director Martin Chávez Joins Renowned Polar Explorer, Sir Robert Swan; Global CEOs on Important Climate Change Expedition to Antarctica
Exceptional Voyage to Last Great Wilderness on Earth Will Explore the Preservation of Antarctica; Promote Recycling, Renewable Energy and Sustainability Efforts to Combat Climate Change - March 25, 2011 - ICLEI USA
GMP Synthesis Chemistry Services Organisation, Onyx Scientific, Announce Increased Demand for Early-Phase Investigational New Drug (IND) Development
Onyx Scientific excel in streamlining GMP synthesis processes. Their compliance standards minimise impurities, reduce costs and significantly improve timelines for phase I and II clinical studies. - March 25, 2011 - Onyx Scientific Ltd
The Nc Center for Women in Public Service Releases Podcast on Women in Office Institute
Cecily Timmons Discusses Leadership Program, Calls for Applications by April 1 Deadline. - March 25, 2011 - NCCWPS
Jeffrey J. Oelke of White & Case LLP at KC’s Understanding the Recent Bankruptcy Court Decision Regarding Intellectual Property Rights of Licensees from Foreign Owners
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Jeffrey J. Oelke, Partner, White & Case LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Understanding the Recent Bankruptcy... - March 25, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on the Bankruptcy Code Section 363 Explored
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: “The Bankruptcy Code Section 363 Explored.” This two-hour event is scheduled on August 5, 2011 from 12:00pm... - March 25, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
State Pediatricians Oppose Sale of “Raw Milk”: WIAAP Urges Defeat of AB 1531/2 and Senate Bill 306/2
The Wisconsin Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics (WIAAP) again voices its opposition to pending legislation that would legalize the sale of unpasteurized ("raw") milk. Raw milk is known to expose consumers to food-borne illnesses caused by bacteria capable of causing numerous illnesses and even death, and miscarriage in pregnant women. Numerous public, agricultural and veterinary health groups stand opposed to the sale of unpasteurized milk. - March 24, 2011 - Wisconsin Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics
The Crucible Gets Fired Up for Spring
The Crucible Hosts Its 10th Annual Spring Open House Expo & Art Show. - March 24, 2011 - The Crucible
Morton Grove Election Update -- Action Party "Open House" Event a Success
Irish eyes were smilin' at the Morton Grove Action Party's St. Patrick's Day Open House Event. There was a full house at the Action Party's Election Campaign Office (5836 Dempster) on St. Patrick's Day, March 17, 2011. Residents came out to meet Trustee candidates Shel Marcus, John C. Thill, and... - March 24, 2011 - Action Party of Morton Grove
Practice Development Pro Phyllis Haserot Embraces STAR Workplaces
Phyllis Weiss Haserot, the President and founder of Practice Development Counsel has become an official Workplace Stars Service Partner. - March 24, 2011 - Workplace Stars LLC
$6,500 in IT and STEM Scholarships Available to RI Students
Tech Collective, Fibertech Networks, and Lighthouse Computer Services accepting applications for three scholarships; submission deadline April 22nd, 2011. - March 24, 2011 - Tech Collective
Applications Sought for 2011 Homegrown Lacrosse Community Leadership Award
Twin Cities nonprofit, Homegrown Lacrosse is seeking applications for its 2011 Community Leadership Award. The Homegrown Lacrosse Community Leadership Award recognizes two graduating Minnesota high school boys lacrosse players who exemplify the qualities of character, confidence and... - March 24, 2011 - Homegrown Lacrosse
IJIS Institute Appoints Cisco Executive, Matthew DeZee, to Board of Directors
DeZee brings extensive government IT experience to the Board. The IJIS Institute, a nonprofit organization that focuses on mission-critical information sharing for justice, public safety and homeland security, announces that Matthew R. DeZee, PhD, has been appointed to the IJIS Institute’s... - March 24, 2011 - IJIS Institute
CAPAPA Appoints New Board Members
Distinguished members of Canada's Access and Privacy Community join Board of Directors of The Canadian Association of Professional Access and Privacy Administrators (CAPAPA) - March 24, 2011 - CAPAPA - The Canadian Association of Professional Access and Privacy Administrators
Bangladesh ICT Industry to Benefit from New Hi-Tech Survey
A Global not for profit research and advisory organisation is encouraging local Information and Communications Technology (ICT) companies to participate in a new High-Tech Survey designed to help economic growth in the region by giving industry stakeholders a unprecedented insight into the industry. - March 24, 2011 - International Institute for Software Economics, Innovation and Entrepreneurship
John Rapisardi of Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft LLP at KC’s Recent Bankruptcy Court Decision on Intellectual Property Rights of Licensees from Foreign Owners Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that John J. Rapisardi, Partner, Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Understanding the... - March 24, 2011 - The Knowledge Group