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Lions Convention Focuses on Being United in the Mission 'We Serve'

This Conference enabled Lion leaders and general members to meet other with cohorts from around our District and discuss new ideas that will help all the Lions Clubs of this area - March 03, 2011 - Lions Clubs District 24-A

MACs Women’s Group Announces Inaugural Women’s Summit

Women entrepreneurs from across the metropolitan area will gather to exchange ideas, meet like-minded women, listen to inspiring presentations and mingle with corporate sponsors on Saturday, March 26th at The Lake Isle County Club in Eastchester, New York. - March 03, 2011 - MACs Women's Group

Speakers Announced for NOCALL's Sunshine Week Event on March 23rd

Members of the public are invited to discuss how to make government more open and responsive with information experts. - March 03, 2011 - Northern California Association of Law Libraries

Coconut Creek, FL Earns Sustainable Community Certification

The City of Coconut Creek in Florida has earned the Audubon Sustainable Community Certification from Audubon International, a non-profit environmental organization. Members of Audubon International’s Sustainable Communities Program are eligible for the designation, which recognizes dedication... - March 03, 2011 - Audubon International

Chicago Lighthouse Hosts 2011 Illinois Braille Challenge March 5th

Dozens of students who are blind from all over the state will gather at The Chicago Lighthouse for the Illinois Regional Braille Challenge this Saturday. In June, the top 60 competitors in the country will gather in Los Angeles for the national Challenge. - March 03, 2011 - The Chicago Lighthouse for People Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired

Triangle Technology Executives Council Offers Innovation Scholarship

Nonprofit Organization to Reward Two Students for Innovative Solutions in Software and Information Technology Fields - March 03, 2011 - Triangle Technology Executives Council

Compass Partners Launches Annual National Summit

On April 1 over 300 innovators from around the world will gather in Washington, DC for Shift Series, a two-day summit focused on creating solutions to some of the world’s greatest problems. This conference, hosted by Compass Partners (www.compasspartners.org), will explore the ways that we can more effectively make a difference as individuals, institutions and society as a whole. Registration is now officially open at www.shiftseries.com. - March 03, 2011 - Compass Partners

Regional Conference Brings PR Heavyweights to Las Vegas

Public Relations Society of America Hosts Western District Conference in Las Vegas April 27-29 - March 03, 2011 - Public Relations Society of America-Las Vegas Valley chapter

Dr. Jocelyn Mitchell-Williams Joins Family Service’s Board of Trustees

Family Service is proud to announce Dr. Jocelyn Mitchell-Williams as the newest member of their Board of Trustees. With her recent appointment as Associate Dean for Multicultural and Community Affairs of Cooper Medical School of Rowan University, and her impressive background in the medical field,... - March 03, 2011 - Family Service

Lowndes, Drosdick, Doster, Kantor & Reed Helped Finalize $130M Loan for Miami's 600 Brickell Tower

Lowndes, Drosdick, Doster, Kantor & Reed, P.A. served as Florida legal counsel to Los Angeles-based Canyon Capital Realty Advisors, an investment advisor and money management firm, which lent $130 million to complete the construction of the 600 Brickell Office Tower in Miami, in one of the... - March 03, 2011 - Lowndes, Drosdick, Doster, Kantor & Reed, P.A.

BNI Helps Businesses Increase Referrals and Build ROI

During the current economic recession, businesses are opting to use word of mouth advertising. Why? - March 03, 2011 - Business Network International

Merchants Against Unfair Interchange’s Partner Program Brings on New Members

Merchants Against Unfair Interchange the payment industries only unbiased source of validation on fair pricing practices is thrilled to bring on new partners; XACT LLC and Matrix Cost Recovery Services. By continuing to expand channel partnerships MAUI is increasing the range of parties who can... - March 03, 2011 - Merchants Against Unfair Interchange

National Fire Protection Association Names Fire Educator Barry Brickey Winner of "Voice of Sparky" Contest

In honor of Sparky the Fire Dog’s ® 60th birthday, Barry Brickey, the Public Education Officer for Kingsport Fire Department in Kingsport, Tenn., has been selected to be the next “Voice of Sparky,” the official mascot of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). - March 03, 2011 - National Fire Protection Association

Up to $25,000 Offered to Winners in Utah Start-Up Competition

Idea Partnership of Utah is Seeking Tech Savvy Entrepreneurs to Participate in their Local Business Plan Competition. - March 03, 2011 - Idea Partnership of Utah

Ready for the Green Rush? Experts Connection Explores What It Takes to be Part of the New Green Economy

Green Guru Celia Canfield Explains How to Apply Your Expertise to Become Part of the New Environmental Career Revolution - March 03, 2011 - NETSHARE

Carbonfund.org Launches Green Twist to Internet Searching

Envirosearch.org Uses Bing Search, Ad Revenue Supports Environmental Projects - March 03, 2011 - Carbonfund.org

Pathway Advisor William LeGray Champions STAR Workplaces

William LeGray an OB/OD advisor and consultant for CBLG Associates subsidiary Fresh Eyes Visioning, and Strategies has become an official service partner with Workplace Stars. - March 03, 2011 - Workplace Stars LLC

The Founders Fund, Inc. Holds Annual High School Counselors Breakfast for 2011 Scholarships

Collier County High School guidance counselors met with The Founders Fund members as the 2011 scholarship application process begins for graduating seniors. - March 03, 2011 - The Founders Fund, Inc.

By Invitation Only Opens Doors Only for Charitable Fundraising

OC Rescue Mission is partnering with a new boutique in Tustin raising funds for the Village of Hope. By Invitation Only is a gift store that solely operates for easy fundraising events for local non-profits, charities, or any other group looking to raise funds. - March 03, 2011 - By Invitation Only

Rescue Chocolate Names Egyptian Mau Rescue Organization the March 2011 Beneficiary

Egyptian Mau Rescue Organization (EMRO) has been named the March 2011 beneficiary for Rescue Chocolate, the vegan chocolate company which donates 100% of its profits to animal rescue organizations. The continuing political upheaval in the Middle East was a factor in deciding to name EMRO as the... - March 03, 2011 - Rescue Chocolate

Dundee & Angus Chamber of Commerce's Transatlantic Collaboration

Dundee & Angus Chamber join forces with Dundee's sister city of Alexandria in the USA to host a networking event across the Atlantic. - March 02, 2011 - Dundee & Angus Chamber of Commerce

HeartShare Announces Its Spring Gala Honorees

Spring is coming and so is HeartShare’s Annual Spring Gala and Auction. Being held on Thursday, March 24 at 5:30 pm, this year’s Gala will be a night to remember. As HeartShare’s premiere fundraising event, the proceeds will benefit more than 25,000 at-risk children and adults in... - March 02, 2011 - HeartShare Human Services of NY

Good Terms Releases New Inspirational Quotation Wall Decals

Good Terms, a classy word factory churning out amazingly detailed, easy-to-install wall decals for inspirational and interior design purposes, announces a brand new product – The Quotes Collection. This collection illustrates quotes from some of the most inspirational and influential people... - March 02, 2011 - Good Terms

PANDORA, a NeuroEndocrineImmune Disorders Organization, Will Organize a May 12 Awareness and Lobby Day

PANDORA hires Michelle Lonchar to organize May 12 ME/CFS & FM Awareness and Lobby Day activities. - March 02, 2011 - PANDORA Org

Viruses Teach Researchers How to Protect Corn from Fungal Infection

Key finding has the potential to improve corn yields worldwide - March 02, 2011 - Donald Danforth Plant Science Center

CEIL’s GOVgreen Announces Call for Presentations

Conference Programming Underway for 2011 GOVgreen Conference and Exposition. - March 02, 2011 - Center for Environmental Innovation and Leadership (CEIL)

Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association (CT REIA) Announces Spring 2011 Real Estate Investment Coaching Program

On March 9, 2011 CT REIA will begin its Spring 2011 session of the real estate investment coaching program. This program is for anyone interested in buying and managing apartment buildings, multi-family homes, and other types of investment property. - March 02, 2011 - Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association - CTREIA

Painting Enhances Recovery for Local Artist

The Winter 2011 Brushes with Life exhibit, the volunteer-driven creative arts program at the UNC Center for Excellence in Community Mental Health, will be on display until late spring. - March 02, 2011 - Center for Excellence in Community Mental Health

James Weeks of Fenton Named as Vistage Michigan Group Chair

Weeks will act as the advisor, mentor, and business coach to his group - March 02, 2011 - Vistage Michigan

The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webcast Accounting for and Taxing Executive Compensation/Bonuses Best Practices

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: “Accounting for and Taxing Executive Compensation/Bonuses Best Practices” This two-hour event is scheduled... - March 02, 2011 - The Knowledge Group

FAMU Southern California Alumni Chapter Raises Scholarship Funds Through New Text Message Campaign

Text ORANGE to 50555 to donate $10 to the chapter's scholarship fund, which raises scholarship dollars to send California students to Florida A&M University. - March 02, 2011 - FAMU National Alumni Association Southern California Chapter

California STEM Learning Network Appoints Christopher Roe as New CEO

Roe will lead effort to increase California's capacity to provide high-quality learning opportunities for all students in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. - March 01, 2011 - California STEM Learning Network

Nurse Practitioner Association of Long Island Elects New President

The Nurse Practitioner Association of Long Island announced that Diane J. Bartscherer, DNP, RN, ANP-BC, has been elected president. Dr. Bartscherer has nearly 30 years of experience as a healthcare provider. - March 01, 2011 - Nurse Practitioner Association of Long Island

Paul Munter, Partner, Department of Professional Practice, KPMG LLP to Speak at KC’s Adopting IFRS: Implications on Private Companies Live Webcast

The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Paul Munter, Partner, Department of Professional Practice, KPMG LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Adopting IFRS:... - March 01, 2011 - The Knowledge Group

Beyond Bullies Launches Web Site to Connect Bullied Teens with Online Peer Mentors to Meet Digital Needs of Targets of Bullying and Cyber Bullying

Beyond Bullies has launched www.beyondbullies.org in an effort to help bullied teens, who are the targets of bullying and cyber bullying, with real time online peer mentors. Peer mentors offer teens support via instant messaging (IM), discussion boards and email. - February 28, 2011 - Beyond Bullies

Connecticut Real Estate Investors Assn. (CT REIA) Announces Real Estate Rehabbing Seminar With Robyn Thompson

On March 5, the Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association (CT REIA) will be hosting a real estate rehabbing seminar with Robyn Thompson. Robyn is an experienced Connecticut investor who knows how to be successful in today's foreclosure market. - February 28, 2011 - Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association - CTREIA

2011 Virtual Assistant Survey Helps New and Established Virtual Assistants Discover Important Industry Trends and Improve Their Businesses

Over 10,000 Virtual Assistants from around the globe invited to participate in the sixth annual survey conducted by the Virtual Assistant Chamber of Commerce - February 28, 2011 - Virtual Assistant Chamber of Commerce

Finding More Balance & Ease with Dementia Caregiving

Holly Eburne's husband was diagnosed with Frontotemporal dementia 4 years ago at age 57. Holly will share tips on how she worked through the lowest point in her life to find a more peaceful and balanced life than before her husband's illness. - February 28, 2011 - Dementia Hope

Six-Month-Old Baby Gets a New Heart and a New Start

Baby Andrew Receives a Heart Transplant and Medical Care Thanks to Angels on the Bay and St. Mary’s Healthcare System for Children - February 27, 2011 - Angels On The Bay

Crowds, Competition, and Your New Crystal Ball Presented by TAG E 2.0

Every day you're under intense pressure to make fast and accurate business decisions. Make the wrong choice – especially about your product and service releases – and your competitors will leave you in the dust. Fortunately, there's help available that can enable you make exactly the... - February 27, 2011 - TAG think

The NC Center for Women in Public Service Hosts Roundtable to Encourage Women to Serve the Public

March 5 Roundtable in Rocky Mount to Explore Status of Women in Public Office - February 27, 2011 - NCCWPS

Dayton Alumnae Panhellenic Association to Hold Annual Style Show & Fundraiser

The Dayton Alumnae Panhellenic Association (DAPA) will be presenting its annual “Sashay Into Spring” Luncheon and Fashion Show on Saturday, April 16, 2011, at the Hope Hotel and Conference Center (located near Wright-Patterson Air Force Base). Please contact your local sorority representative to reserve your ticket. (Reservations are required.) - February 27, 2011 - Dayton Alumnae Panhellenic Association

Mark Fitzpatrick, Assurance Partner, Moss Adams LLP to Speak at KC’s Adopting IFRS: Implications on Private Companies Live Webcast

Mark Fitzpatrick, Assurance Partner, Moss Adams LLP to Speak at KC’s Adopting IFRS: Implications on Private Companies Live Webcast. The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Mark Fitzpatrick,... - February 27, 2011 - The Knowledge Group

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