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Tradewinds Vacations Donates Conference Drawing Winnings to Shriners Children's Hospital
At the 49th annual CARE conference held in San Diego, California, the staff at Tradewinds Vacations could have had a big night on the town with their winnings from a 50-50 drawing that was held to raise money to augment the annual operating budget of CARE (Cooperative Association of Resort... - December 25, 2009 - Tradewinds Vacations
Tom Joyner Foundation® and Denny’s Celebrate Single Parent Student Scholars at Black Colleges
Tom Joyner and Denny's partnership has distributed more than $75k in scholarships to help parents finish their college education. - December 25, 2009 - Tom Joyner Foundation
Tom Joyner Foundation Kicks Off 2010 Fund raising Campaign
Foundation will help 11 Historically Black Colleges & Universities raise money to help students complete their education. - December 25, 2009 - Tom Joyner Foundation
2009: the Year of the Kinder, Gentler Office Party
With the clock winding down on the holiday office party season, 2009 will be remembered as the year that companies dialed down the extravagance and upped their goodwill quotient, according to executive coach and personal branding company The Usheroff Institute. A poll of companies by The Usheroff... - December 25, 2009 - The Usheroff Institute
Kentucky Asian Culture Association Brought Shen Yun - a Glorious Culture Reborn - to Louisville, KY the First Time
Energetic and thrilling drumming acts are just a part of the world-renowned Shen Yun show, scheduled to play at the Whitney Hall, The Kentucky Center on Mar 7, 2010 in Louisville. The show is on an international tour spanning over 100 cities on five continents. - December 24, 2009 - Kentucky Asian Culture Association
Eastern University Website Earns a Superior Grade
The Pennsylvania Christian University Earned the Third Highest Score Given by EDU Checkup. Criteria Included Graphics and Imagery, Content and Navigability and Coding. - December 24, 2009 - Eastern University
Zavitz to Take the Helm of Advocis' 2010 Board of Directors
The members of Advocis, The Financial Advisors Association of Canada, have elected a new slate of directors for their board for 2010 at their annual general meeting held in Toronto on November 30. And leading the organization will be Terry Zavitz, B.Mus.A, CFP, CLU, RHU, EPC, GBA, who will take on... - December 24, 2009 - Advocis, The Financial Advisors Association of Canada
Leadership Triangle Launches Spring 2010 College Edition Program Presented by AT&T
Winkie La Force, executive director of Leadership Triangle (www.leadershiptriangle.com), has announced the Spring 2010 Leadership Triangle College Edition program, presented by AT&T. Leadership Triangle College Edition is an experiential learning opportunity for students selected to participate... - December 24, 2009 - Leadership Triangle
E-Ville Roller Derby Announces the First Jr. Roller Derby League in Canada
E-Ville Roller Derby will be kicking off the first Junior Roller Derby league in Canada this January. - December 24, 2009 - E-Ville Roller Derby
New Galleries Open with a Series of Interactive Displays Supported by The Bonita Trust
Bonita Trust supports Victoria and Albert Museum's new Medieval & Renaissance Galleries. These galleries have a series of interactive touch screens to provide better understanding of many magnificent historic objects and writings to the new generation. These displays can also be accessed from computer terminals in the Bonita Trust Study Area. - December 24, 2009 - The Bonita Trust
Portable Storage Units Used to Develop Artist Housing
Architects design and develop innovative creative lofts from portable storage containers for artists in Scotland. - December 24, 2009 - National Portable Storage Association
Reading Horizons and Its Users Give the Gift of Literacy This Christmas Through Its Charitable Vocabulary Game
Reading Horizons is awarding a free software package to Cecily and Nicole of Pennsylvania, its latest spotlights for the Lemons for Literacy donation program. Cecily, 17, and Nicole, 15, are sisters who struggle with learning disabilities and have not received the needed assistance from their... - December 24, 2009 - Reading Horizons
Physician Botox Training Announced for 2010 by the IAPAM
The IAPAM announces the 2010 dates for its Botox & Dermal Filler Training and Advanced Dermal Filler Training programs. Only with the IAPAM, do physicians participate hands-on, cosmetic injectable and botox training, delivered in a clean medical facility, not a hotel room. - December 24, 2009 - International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine
Former President Bush Department of Homeland Security Consulting Expert Joins Advisory Board of Institute for Church Safety and Risk Management, LLC
The Institute for Church Safety and Risk Management (ICSARM) has announced that Dr. John Kim Cook has agreed to serve on the ICSARM Advisory Board. Dr. Cook is a government consultant with extensive experience as a senior-level government executive and contacts in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), other federal and state agencies, the private sector and non-profit organizations; recent experience in business development and program management - December 24, 2009 - Institute for Church Safety & Risk Management
New Survey by Smooch.com and ManCentral.com Reveals Men and Womens Opposing Attitudes Towards Cheats
As the office party looms should you worry about your partner's fidelity? A new survey reveals what men and women really feel about cheats. The results highlight the opposing views of Men and Women regardless of age and sexuality. - December 23, 2009 - ManCentral.com
Institute for Church Safety and Risk Management Announces First Canadian Advisory Board Member
The Institute for Church Safety and Risk Management (ICSARM) has announced that Melodie Bissell has agreed to serve on the ICSARM Advisory Board effective January 1, 2010. - December 23, 2009 - Institute for Church Safety & Risk Management
Jewel Miami Entertainment New Years Eve Party to be Held at an Exclusive Venue
Jewel Miami Entertainment continues its reign as premier event coordinators with its 3rd Annual New Years Eve Party to be held at the luxurious Bank of America Tower in Downtown Miami on Thursday, December 31, 2009. Attendees can expect an exclusive evening which provides an Open Bar and a fusion... - December 23, 2009 - Jewel Miami
The Crucible’s Cathedral Gallery Announces: Open Call for Art
The Crucible’s art gallery in Oakland’s historic Cathedral Building, at the triangle between Broadway and Telegraph Avenues, announces an open call for art for its first exhibition of the new year. “Metal vs. Wood/ Wood vs. Metal” will be a group exhibition “showdown” featuring new works of art of metal and/or wood. - December 23, 2009 - The Crucible
Medical Tourism Association Hosts Familiarization Tour to Medellin Colombia
The Medical Tourism Association hosts FAM Tour to the forever place of spring time Medellin, Colombia December 8th-12th 2009. Nine medical tourism facilitators, insurance companies and agents representing the United States, Canada and Caribbean explored the high quality healthcare system,... - December 23, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™
Lean Transformation Summit Reveals Keys to Lean for the Long Term
A unique group of companies, including two that have sustained lean transformations since the mid-1990s, will reveal how they are developing lean longevity at the Lean Transformation Summit conference sponsored by the Lean Enterprise Institute, March 3-4, 2010, Orlando. - December 23, 2009 - Lean Enterprise Institute
Top 5 Ways Reading Horizons Can Help You Improve Job Skills and Employment Opportunities
The Reading Horizons program has helped countless individuals obtain the skills they need to acquire and maintain a job. Every day, Reading Horizons receives calls from individuals interested in its program in order to help them gain employment in this troubled economy. Every aspect of finding,... - December 23, 2009 - Reading Horizons
CC Intelligent Solutions CEO Featured in Inaugural WCED Video Testimonial
Ken Atkins, executive director of Wake County Economic Development (www.raleigh-wake.org), has announced the release of the first video in its new testimonial series from a number of Triangle leaders offering first-hand accounts of why Wake County is a great place to live and work. The first video... - December 23, 2009 - Wake County Economic Development
Founder of Macular Degeneration Foundation Dies at 94
After dedicating his life to public awareness of ARMD (Age-Related Macular Degeneration, Edmund J. Aleksandrovich (Ed Aleks) dies at the age of 94. - December 22, 2009 - Macular Degeneration Foundation
eBuppies.com Offers New Online Dating Site for Black Urban Professionals
eBuppies.com (www.ebuppies.com) is a new online dating site that is dedicated to providing singles from all over with the opportunity to connect with other buppy singles in their local area or anywhere of their choice. - December 22, 2009 - eBuppies.com
The Power of Forgiveness
Thousand Waves Martial Arts & Self-Defense Center, NFP, Features Rev. Jacki Belile of Living Well Ministries for Upcoming Meditations on Activism Presentation. - December 22, 2009 - Thousand Waves Martial Arts & Self-Defense Center, NFP
IIMSAM Official Dr. Naseer Homoud Urged for Expressed Camaraderie for Oppressed Section of Society While Marking International Human Solidarity Day
IIMSAM Middle East Director & Goodwill Ambassador Dr. Naseer Homoud message on International Human Solidarity Day. He urged global community to show their express solidarity to the oppressed, poverty and hunger ridden and marginalized section of our society. - December 22, 2009 - Dr. Naseer Homoud
Institutional Investor News, Named Media Partner at Knowledge Congress' Event on TALF on 03/02/10
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Institutional Investor News, a real-time web-based news service will be a media partner at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled:... - December 22, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
New Training Guide Helps Small Businesses Create Successful Advertising
In an era when the talk of the town is web advertising, the fact remains that print advertising still is a powerhouse of small business promotion. So knowing how to create, or judge, a good money making advertisement is crucial to every business owner’s success. - December 21, 2009 - National Mail Order Association
InfraGard National Members Alliance Announces Dyann Bradbury as President and Reelection of Kathleen Kiernan as Chairman of the Board of Directors
Ms. Dyann Bradbury has been elected President of the InfraGard National Members Alliance (INMA) and Dr. Kathleen Kiernan has been reelected to a second term as Chairman. InfraGard was started by the FBI 13 years ago as an alliance between the FBI and the over 34,000 FBI-vetted members to provide two-way rapid interface with the Bureau and the leaders and experts of this country’s critical infrastructure. - December 21, 2009 - InfraGard National Members Alliance
Jackthedonkey.com, a Social Network Where Supporting Charities & Causes Happens Freely & Regularly
JackTheDonkey.com, a new social network turning "click-for-revenue" into "click-for-a-cause," donates dollars for pics and “deep thoughts” to charities people care about to the tune of 1.1 cents every impression….and that’s just the beginning. - December 20, 2009 - JackTheDonkey.com
Standard & Poor's James R. Rieger to Speak at Knowledge Congress’ Live Webcast on Practical Solutions to the State Budget Crisis in 2010
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, announced today that James R. Rieger, Vice President, Fixed Income Indices, Standard & Poor's Indices will speak at The Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled:... - December 20, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
NPSA Offers Portable Storage Solution Finder
The National Portable Storage Association is offering a portable storage Solution Finder to help consumers and businesses find containerized storage at locations around the world. - December 20, 2009 - National Portable Storage Association
IIMSAM Appeals to Global Community for Honoring Rights of Migrants While Marking International Migrants Day
IIMSAM Middle East Director & Goodwill Ambassador Dr. Naseer Homoud’ message on International Migrants Day. Dr. Naseer Homoud calls upon the world for an integrated approach to deal with the issues related to migrants. He further urged for global support for migrants and their families and to acknowledge the works done by them and to protect their rights. - December 20, 2009 - Dr. Naseer Homoud
NAWBO San Diego January Seminar Focuses on Estate Planning
Marguerite Lorenz of Lorenz Fiduciary Services will present the first NAWBO San Diego seminar of 2010, Estate Planning and Your Business, on Friday, Jan. 8 from noon to 1 p.m. at Brandman University. - December 20, 2009 - NAWBO San Diego
UCLA Oncologist to Present Educational Workshop on Women's Cancers at The Wellness Community
The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura will present a free educational workshop on Women’s Cancers with Amer Karam, MD on Thursday, January 21, from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. at 530 Hampshire Road in Westlake Village. Please call (805) 379-4777 to RSVP. Dr. Karam of The University of California,... - December 20, 2009 - The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura
Ford's Executive Vice President to Deliver Keynote Address at NAFA's 2010 I&E
NAFA is proud to announce that Mark Fields, Executive Vice President of Ford Motor Company, will be one of three keynote speakers for the 2010 Institute & Expo in Detroit this April. - December 20, 2009 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
American Heart Association Makes Donating Easy. Shop Online; Donate for Free.
The American Heart Association gives holiday shopping a philanthropic twist. A partnership with We-Care.com help supporters fight heart disease and stroke when shopping online at nearly 1,000 merchants - a percentage of every purchase is a donation. - December 20, 2009 - We-Care.com
Knockouts for Girls Brings Toys & Tips to Los Angeles Foster Care Children
Self-Defense and Empowerment Charity Shares Holiday Joy with Children’s Charity. - December 20, 2009 - Hillsides
UCLA Neurologist to Speak About "Chemo Brain" Jan. 28
The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura and the Community Memorial Hospital Cancer Resource Center invite cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers to a free workshop entitled “Chemo Brain” with Lorne Label, MD. The program will take place Thursday, January 28 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at... - December 20, 2009 - The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura
BBB Vice-President, Leila Perrin, Named One of Houston’s 50 Most Influential Women of 2009
Houston Woman Magazine has released a special edition featuring “Houston’s 50 Most Influential Women of 2009.” Featured in that list is Better Business Bureau VP of Marketing, Leila Perrin. Perrin has been with the bureau for 10 years and has been an integral part in continuing... - December 20, 2009 - The Better Business Bureau of Greater Houston and South Texas
CICOA Receives Grant to Provide Public Education on Medicare Issues
CICOA Aging & In-Home Solutions will use a grant from Universal American to provide information and assistance to Medicare recipients across Central Indiana. - December 20, 2009 - CICOA Aging & In-Home Solutions
SMART Recognized as Sixth Most Admired Nonprofit in Oregon
Achieves Top Ten Ranking Out of 150 Nonprofits - December 20, 2009 - SMART (Start Making A Reader Today)
New Chairman Named to Head Boston's Lodging Security Association
The Executive Director of the International Lodging Safety and Security Association, H. Skip Brandt, CPP, is pleased to announce that Mr. Michael J. Soper, CLSD, has been named as the new Chairman of the International Lodging Security and Safety Association’s Boston Founding Chapter... - December 19, 2009 - International Lodging Safety and Security Association
LatPro Announces 2010 Career Fair Schedule for Hispanic and Bilingual Professionals
Cities across the nation to host LatPro 2010 career fair series for Hispanic and Bilingual professionals. - December 19, 2009 - LatPro Inc.
NSCS and KODA Announce Partnership
NSCS is pleased to announce its partnership with KODA.US, the premier online recruiting site for young professionals. “NSCS is an honors organization for high-achieving first- and second-year students, and we’re committed to helping our members throughout their lives,” said... - December 19, 2009 - The National Society of Collegiate Scholars
Val Fujii of Fujii Fitness Proudly Announces New Trainer at Four Seasons of El Dorado Hills Fitness Camp
Val Fujii, a Folsom personal trainer and owner of Superwomen Boot Camp, proudly announces new trainer at Four Seasons of El Dorado Hills Fitness Camp - December 19, 2009 - Superwomen Boot Camp
Medical Society Announces Publication of Largest Stem Cell Safety Study to Date
The ICMS announces the publication of the largest stem cell safety study. Using the guidelines put forward by the ICMS, 227 patients were followed for complications after receiving adult stem cell therapies using a novel new protocol. No serious complications were reported. - December 19, 2009 - International Cellular Medicine Society
Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® Supports Local Charities
John Wood, president of the Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® (RRAR) (www.rrar.com), announced that the REALTOR® Foundation of the Triangle made donations to three local nonprofits organizations, which were presented at the association’s December board of director’s... - December 19, 2009 - RRAR
Jason Gregory to Run for State Rep in Missouri's 27th District’s Special Election
Jason Gregory, an entrepreneur and health care executive has officially declared his candidacy for State Representative for Missouri's 27th district. Mr. Gregory is focused on creating jobs knowing that poverty is on the rise with a local unemployment rate above 8%. "I'm running for State Rep... - December 18, 2009 - Gregory for State Representative
SurvivorsAreUs.Com a New Site; Provides Evidence on Islam's Fundamentalism by a Fundamentalist
Information on extremists ideologies within Islam; who they are and what exactly they believe. - December 18, 2009 - SurvivorsAreUs.Com