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Independent Adoption Center Launches Social Support Network for Birthmothers
The Independent Adoption Center announced the release of the first of its kind, exclusive social networking website to support women who choose open adoption. - January 23, 2011 - Independent Adoption Center
The Institute of Frontier Science's Own Stanton T. Friedman Appearing at High Level International Conference on Global Competitiveness
Stanton T. Friedman, MSc, FFSc, nuclear physicist, lecturer, author, and Senior Fellow at the Institute of Frontier Science, will be speaking at the Fifth Annual Global competitiveness Forum in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia from January 22 to 25, 2011. - January 23, 2011 - Institute of Frontier Science
SAGE Establishes Perpetual Annual Scholarships for the Moorpark College Foundation
SAGE Publications, an independent international publisher of journals, books and electronic media with headquarters in Thousand Oaks, has partnered with the Osher Foundation to benefit Moorpark College students every year with two $500 scholarships. The perpetual scholarships are awarded through the nonprofit Moorpark College Foundation. The scholarships are designed for students interested in English, writing, or journalism. - January 23, 2011 - Moorpark College Foundation
Entrepreneur and Comedian, Thomas Hayes, to Deliver Keynote Address at Tech10 Awards Event
Hayes to combine real-world experience and offbeat humor in discussion of innovation and the future of technology. - January 23, 2011 - Tech Collective
NAPNAP Celebrates Successful Pediatric Asthma Trainers Conference
On January 12-13 2011, approximately forty six (46) NAPNAP Pediatric Asthma Trainers attended a two day intensive Pediatric Asthma Education conference in Dallas, TX. The National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (NAPNAP) received funding in part from the National Asthma Control... - January 23, 2011 - National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners
Brian J. Massengill, Partner, Mayer Brown LLP to Speak at KC’s Legal Series for 2011: Auditors’ Liability - How to Avoid Casualties
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Brian J. Massengill, Partner, Co-Leader, Professional Liability Practice Group, Mayer Brown LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled:... - January 23, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Barrie Prinz, Associate General Counsel, Office of General Counsel, Deloitte LLP to Speak at KC’s Legal Series for 2011: Auditors’ Liability - How to Avoid Casualties
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Barrie Prinz, Associate General Counsel, Office of General Counsel, Deloitte LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Legal... - January 23, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Gary F. Bendinger, Partner, Sidley Austin LLP to Speak at KC’s Legal Series for 2011: Auditors’ Liability - How to Avoid Casualties
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Gary F. Bendinger, Partner, Sidley Austin LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Legal Series for 2011: Auditors’... - January 23, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Robert Hubbell, Partner, Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP to Speak at KC’s Legal Series for 2011: Auditors’ Liability - How to Avoid Casualties
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Robert Hubbell, Partner, Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Legal Series for 2011:... - January 23, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
LatPro’s 2011 Diversity Job Fair Series Launches in Houston
The National Diversity Job Fair Series, sponsored by LatPro and the National Society for Hispanic Professionals, will be held on February 17 at the Westin Galleria. - January 22, 2011 - LatPro Inc.
Dr. Alex Grecu, Senior Consultant, National Economic Research Associates, Inc. to Speak at KC’s Labor Law Hot Topics: Wage & Hour Issues Explored Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Dr. Alex Grecu, Senior Consultant, National Economic Research Associates, Inc. will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Labor Law... - January 22, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
James R. Beyer, Director-Employment Law- Americas, Accenture Legal Group LLP to Speak at KC’s Labor Law Hot Topics: Wage & Hour Issues Explored Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that James R. Beyer, Director-Employment Law- Americas, Accenture Legal Group will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Labor Law Hot... - January 22, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Steven M. Gutierrez, Chair, Labor and Employment Practice Group, Holland & Hart LLP to Speak at KC’s Labor Law Hot Topics: Wage & Hour Issues Explored Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Steven M. Gutierrez, Partner and Chair, Labor and Employment Practice Group, Holland & Hart LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast... - January 22, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Gregory F. Jacob, Partner, Winston & Strawn LLP to Speak at KC’s Labor Law Hot Topics: Wage & Hour Issues Explored Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Gregory F. Jacob, Partner, Winston & Strawn LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Labor Law Hot Topics: Wage &... - January 22, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Paul Bucha Medal of Honor Recipient Joins Committee to Honor Homer L. Wise
Connecticut's only living Medal of Honor recipient announced today he will become a member of the Homer L. Wise Memorial Committee. Paul W. Bucha of Ridgefield, CT was awarded the Medal of Honor while serving as a captain and commanding officer of Company D, 3rd Battalion, 101st Airborne Division,... - January 22, 2011 - Homer L. Wise Memorial Committee, Inc
MainStreetChamber to Open New Chapter in Greater Sacramento, CA
Upcoming grand-opening boosts the fastest growing chamber in the country. MainStreetChamber™ announced today that it will be opening a new local Chapter in Greater Sacramento, CA. - January 22, 2011 - MainStreetChamber
NAFA Opens Submissions for 2011 Goill Awards
The deadline to submit entries for the 2011 Larry Goill Memorial Quality Fleet Management Idea Awards is Friday, February 25. - January 22, 2011 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
The SADS Foundation Commends the Salt Lake International Airport for Getting IAED Accreditation
The SADS (Sudden Arrhythmia Death Syndromes) Foundation, founded in 1991 in Salt Lake City, UT, commends the Salt Lake International Airport on this prestigious accreditation. Quick response in the case of sudden cardiac arrest, especially with the use of an AED (automated external defibrillator),... - January 22, 2011 - Sudden Arrhythmia Death Syndromes (SADS) Foundation
Junior League of Long Island Requests Clothing Donations for Fourth Annual First Step Program
Junior League’s First Step Helps Long Island Women Re-enter the Workforce and Gain Independence. - January 22, 2011 - The Junior League of Long Island
Eco-Friendly Grocery Delivery Comes to Vancouver
Green Apple offers personalized service and smog-free delivery. - January 22, 2011 - Green Apple Delivery
Young Artists Add a Splash of Color to Naples Art Fest
This year’s Eden Autism Services Naples Invitational Art Fest, children from five to 18 years of age, are invited join the Art Fest fun by submitting their best coloring efforts for judging. - January 22, 2011 - Eden Autism Services Florida
Health & Wellness Experts Have a New Weapon to Reach 600,000 Journalists, Bloggers & RSS Feed Subscribers
EverlastingExposure.com joins forces with Woah! Media Group to launch new service designed specifically to promote the health and wellness industry - January 22, 2011 - Everlasting Exposure
Bring Home the Title at This Year's Tree-Athlon
Environmental charity Trees for Cities is urging people to take part in the 2011 Tree-Athlon and help regain a world record as registration for the event opens this week. - January 22, 2011 - Trees for Cities
THINKstrategies Named Media Partner at Knowledge Congress' Understanding Software as a Service (SaaS) 101 Live Webcast
THINKstrategies will be KC’s media partner for its webcast entitled: “Understanding Software as a Service (SaaS) 101 LIVE Webcast”. For more details about this event, please visit: http://knowledgecongress.org/event_2010_saas101.html About THINKstrategies THINKstrategies is a... - January 22, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Jay Howell, Partner, BDO to Speak at KC’s The Understanding Software as a Service (SaaS) 101 Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Jay Howell, Partner, BDO will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Understanding Software as a Service (SaaS) 101 Live... - January 22, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Christopher M. Cutler, Partner, Chair Accountants Defense Practice, McGuireWoods LLP to Speak at KC’s Legal Series for 2011: Auditors’ Liability - How to Avoid Casualties
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Christopher M. Cutler, Partner, Chair, Accountants Defense Practice, McGuireWoods LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled:... - January 22, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on Stress Testing for Community Banks in 2011
While the financial meltdown was led by the large financial intuitions, community banks suffered mightily from its aftershocks. Community banks are increasingly turning to stress testing so that they can more comprehensively understand their risk & financial health to make it easier to anticipate future problems. - January 22, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on Proxy Season - What You Need to Know in 2011
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on Proxy Season - What you need to know in 2011. 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, “Proxy... - January 22, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Mark C. Lehberg, Partner, DLA Piper to Speak at KC’s The Understanding Software as a Service (SaaS) 101 Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Mark C. Lehberg, Partner, DLA Piper will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Understanding Software as a Service (SaaS) 101 Live... - January 22, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Halamandaris Names Orsini to Help Lead the NAHC Private Duty Homecare Association of America
Val J. Halamandaris, President of NAHC, today announced that Merrily Orsini, CEO of corecubed, has agreed to help lead NAHC’s related Private Duty Homecare Association of America. “We are proud to have Ms. Orsini play this significant leadership role. There is no one who has greater... - January 21, 2011 - National Association of Homecare & Hospice
Par 3 and Executive Golf Association Charter Kickoff Event Scheduled in Bermuda on March 25, 2011
The Par 3 and Executive Golf Association Charter Kickoff Event will be held at the Fairmont Southampton, Bermuda on March 25, 2011. Optionally, members are invited to play in the 2011 Bacardi National Par-3 Championship being held the same weekend. - January 21, 2011 - Par 3 and Executive Golf
Cyber Security on InfraGard’s 2011 Agenda, Expert Panel Discusses Policy, Challenges and Recommendations for Cyber Security
The InfraGard National Members Alliance (INMA) held their first national policy event of the year on cyber security. INMA Chairman Dr. Kathleen Kiernan and Advisory Board Member James Norton welcomed a distinguished panel that included White House Cyber Security Coordinator Howard Schmidt, FBI... - January 21, 2011 - InfraGard National Members Alliance
David Martin, Partner, Co-Head Securities Practice, Covington & Burling LLP to Speak at KC’s Proxy Season - What You Need to Know in 2011 Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that David Martin, Partner, Co-Head Securities Practice, Covington & Burling LLP will speak at a 2-hour webcast entitled “Proxy Season - What you need... - January 21, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
15,000 Mile Motorized Bicycle Expedition for Charity
All the Way Around, Motor Bicycling for Charity Beginning May 18, 2011, Will Adams and Matt Riley will begin a 15,000 mile journey on motorized bicycles powered by 49cc engines and getting 150-200 miles per gallon, from Anchorage, Ak to Ushuaia, Argentina, the southernmost city in the world, to... - January 21, 2011 - All the Way Around
Climate Ride Expands Beneficiaries to Nine Leading Green Organizations; Doubles Ride Events in 2011
350.org, 1% For the Planet, Climate Counts and others to benefit from nation’s largest environmental charity bicycle ride - January 21, 2011 - Climate Ride, Inc.
Luke Coombs, Managing Director, WTAS LLC to Speak at KC’s ASC 740 – Valuation Allowances Live Webcast
ASC 740 requires a company to evaluate the need for valuation allowance against its deferred tax assets. New GAAP requirements related to acquired valuation allowances has created additional focus on this analysis in recent years. - January 21, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
David Freeman, Managing Director - Chicago, WTAS LLC to Speak at KC’s ASC 740 – Valuation Allowances Live Webcast
ASC 740 requires a company to evaluate the need for valuation allowance against its deferred tax assets. New GAAP requirements related to acquired valuation allowances has created additional focus on this analysis in recent years. - January 21, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Douglas Sayuk, Partner and Co-Founder, Clifton Douglas LLP to Speak at KC’s ASC 740 – Valuation Allowances Live Webcast
Douglas Sayuk, Partner and Co-Founder, Clifton Douglas LLP to Speak at KC’s ASC 740 – Valuation Allowances Live Webcast The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today Douglas Sayuk, Partner and... - January 21, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Catherine Fox-Simpson, Partner and Co-Founder, Crowe Horwath LLP to Speak at KC’s ASC 740 – Valuation Allowances Live Webcast
ASC 740 requires a company to evaluate the need for valuation allowance against its deferred tax assets. New GAAP requirements related to acquired valuation allowances has created additional focus on this analysis in recent years. - January 21, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Teen Engineers Team Up with MPs and The Smallpeice Trust to Power Wind of Change
Thirty school children descended on the Houses of Parliament to compete in the final of the Renewable Energy Challenge run by educational charity The Smallpeice Trust, with prizes presented by Charles Hendry, Minister for the Department of Energy & Climate Change. The event also saw the launch of the industry report “Securing Tomorrow's Workforce” which highlights the importance of STEM (science, technology, engineering and maths) education and training to Britain's future. - January 21, 2011 - The Smallpeice Trust
$1 Million Dollar Gift Made to Heights Foundation by Local Couple
John and Mary Jo Boler, part-time Sanibel Island residents, made a $1 million donation to the building fund for The Heights Foundation’s Community and Cultural Arts Center last week. The gift puts the organization just $1.2 million away from being able to complete the $6.5 million building... - January 21, 2011 - Heights Foundation
The Deadline to Apply for the Ronald McDonald House Charities® (RMHC®) Scholarship is January 28, 2011
Ronald McDonald House Charities® Northern Nevada will offer thirty-seven renewable scholarships to high school seniors who plan on attending college full-time next year. Students can apply online at www.rmhc-reno.org . All applications and supporting documents must be submitted by Friday,... - January 21, 2011 - Ronald McDonald House Charities Northern Nevada
Navistar's Shane Terblanche Announced as Keynote Speaker for NAFA's 2011 I&E
Shane Terblanche, the Vice President and General Manager for Navistar Electric Vehicles -- one of the success stories of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act -- will provide a Keynote Address at NAFA Fleet Management Association's 2011 Institute & Expo on Sunday, April 10. - January 21, 2011 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Long Island Nurse Practitioner Association's Nurse Practitioner of the Year
The Nurse Practitioner Association of Long Island recently named Donna Hallas, Phd, PNP-BC, CPNP, its 2010 Nurse Practitioner of the Year. Dr. Hallas is a pediatric nurse practitioner whose practice serves at-risk children from birth to 21 years old who receive their primary health care in a... - January 21, 2011 - Nurse Practitioner Association of Long Island
ISPU Fellows Outline Strategy to Improve US Image to Policy Makers
Scholars Mehmet Celebi and Azeem Ibrahim offer insight on how to increase understanding between the US and Muslim-majority countries. - January 20, 2011 - Institute for Social Policy and Understanding
James Young's Personal Development Program Empowers People: Empowerment Leads to Success
The James Young Empowerment Center, founded in 2009, Introduces The Personal Development Program to The Public - January 20, 2011 - The James Young Empowerment Center
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on A.S.C 740 –Valuation
A.S.C 740 requires a company to evaluate the need for valuation allowance against its deferred tax assets. New GAAP requirements related to acquired valuation allowances has created additional focus on this analysis in recent years. - January 20, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on Legal Series for 2011: U.S. Export Controls 2011 for Attorneys
A comprehensive and in-depth review of Export Control Laws and Policies is underway by the current administration. There is also a number of export control reform initiatives, which when enacted could result to significant changes in the export system. Companies must have a complete understanding of the rules and regulations in export controls to mitigate the risks of facing sanctions. Reinforcing compliance programs need to be a top priority. - January 20, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on Social Media as a Business Tool for Financial Institutions and Insurance Companies
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on Social Media as a Business Tool for Financial Institutions and Insurance Companies. The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, announced today that it has scheduled a... - January 20, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Andrew D. Irwin, Counsel, Steptoe and Johnson LLP to Speak at KC’s Legal Series for 2011: U.S. Export Controls 2011 for Attorneys Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today Andrew D. Irwin, Counsel, Steptoe and Johnson LLP will speak at a 2-hour webcast entitled “Legal Series for 2011: U.S. Export Controls 2011 for... - January 20, 2011 - The Knowledge Group