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Ronco Communications & Electronics, Inc. Becomes an Authorized Avaya Business Partner Offering Entire Enterprise Communications Portfolio
Avaya's product portfolio is a welcomed edition that compliments Ronco's committed focus to the transformation of communications using the latest advanced technologies. - October 02, 2009 - Ronco Communications & Electronics, Inc.
NETSHARE's Experts Connection Teleseminar Tells Executives How to Get Hired by Venture Capital or Private Equity Backed Companies
October Teleseminar Offers Views from VC and Equity Funded Employers Looking to Hire, and C-Level Executives Looking to Get Hired - October 02, 2009 - NETSHARE
World Vision’s Hirsch Assumes Global Ambassador Role
Dean R. Hirsch, stepping down as president and CEO of World Vision International, will become the organisation’s global ambassador, beginning October 1. Hirsch, who joined World Vision in 1976, will represent the organisation at various meetings, events and other engagements. He will be... - October 02, 2009 - World Vision US
Sakalosky Ready for Terry
Nebraska Republican Matt Sakalosky, who is challenging Lee Terry for the District 2 Republican Congressional ticket, will respond publicly this Friday to Terry's statements, from a recent Nebraskawatchdog.org interview, where Terry objected to and dismissed Sakalosky's primary challenge as a,... - October 02, 2009 - Matt Sakalosky for Congress
ICMS Publishes Comprehensive Report on Off Shore Stem Cell Clinics
The International Cellular Medicine Society, the only independent adult stem cell association, has published a first of its kind report on Off Shore Stem Cell Clinics. Working with patients and medical professionals, this report provides a unique insight into the practices of these non-US stem cells clinics. The reports looks at what stem cells are being utilized in these clinics, a comparison of costs and an evaluation of the clinical procedures against published best practice guidelines. - October 02, 2009 - International Cellular Medicine Society
Conservative Fervor Over NEA Controversy Fuels the Flames of Chicago Arts Entrepreneurship Organization
Entrepreneur the Arts® founder Lisa Canning vocally responds to claims that the White House is pushing a propagandistic agenda through the National Endowment of the Arts. - October 02, 2009 - Entrepreneur the Arts
ANZA Technology Network Announces 2009 Gateway to the US Companies for Annual Silicon Valley Summit, October 6-7
Australian tech companies set to showcase innovation at every level as part of ANZA Technology Network's Gateway to US program. - October 02, 2009 - ANZA Technology Network
Intelligent Office of Garden City is Now NCBA’s Newest Corporate Partner and Preferred Service Provider
The Nassau County Bar Association (NCBA) is proud to announce that Intelligent Office of Garden City is their Corporate Partner and Preferred Service Provider for virtual office solutions and remote receptionist services. - October 01, 2009 - Slightly Mad
NPSA Workshop to Highlight Blast-Resistant Portable Storage
The National Portable Storage Association has announced Casey Vornauf will teach an educational workshop on blast-resistant buildings at its 7th annual conference and trade show in Las Vegas. - October 01, 2009 - National Portable Storage Association
Wake County Economic Development Announces EMC Corp. To Add 100 Jobs at Apex Location
Ken Atkins, executive director of Wake County Economic Development (www.raleigh-wake.org), has announced that EMC Corp. will add 100 jobs at its Apex facility over the next five years. The jobs are part of EMC’s plans for a $280 million expansion that will ultimately add almost 400 jobs in... - October 01, 2009 - Wake County Economic Development
10 Warning Signs a Child is Being Bullied and What Parents Can do to Help Keep Them Safe
In every classroom, 2 to 3 children spend their day afraid of being bullied; this fear prompts 160,000 kids in the US to stay home from school each day. The good news is there are proven methods and bully-proofing strategies parents can learn and practice with their children to help them better deal with difficult situations, and feel safer in school. - October 01, 2009 - Child Abuse Prevention Services (CAPS)
Over 1,000 Expected to Join Together for the 2009 New Hampshire Walk Now for Autism at Greeley Park in Nashua
Autism Speaks’ New Hampshire Walk Now for Autism is a unique fundraising event which creates a safe and fun day for families who are affected with autism. The day includes a 1.5 mile walk, food and festivities and Community Resource fair with educational sources, therapists, schools, recreational organizations, and creative child-friendly activities. - October 01, 2009 - Autism Speaks - New England Chapter
State Representative for Eaton County Candidate Bob Robinson Appointed to United Way Board of Directors
Bob Robinson, candidate for state representative for Michigan House District 71 in Eaton County was appointed to the Board of Directors for the Eaton County United Way on Wednesday, September 23. - October 01, 2009 - Bob Robinson for State Representative Eaton County
New Partnership to End Hunger in the United States
The World Food Garden has partnered with two organizations, Dinner Garden and Ample Harvest, to provide support to home and community gardeners and to promote food security for all. They are calling it a 123 Partnership. For Step 1, The Dinner Garden provides free fruit and vegetable seeds,... - October 01, 2009 - WorldFoodGarden.org
Florence Reed is the Latest Subject of Robert Shetterly's Ongoing Series Americans Who Tell the Truth
Reed, Founder and President of the Maine-based environmental non-profit Sustainable Harvest International, is the latest American to grace the pages of Robert Shetterly's book and series Americans Who Tell the Truth. Her portrait was also selected as part of a Sustainability Show at Maine's College of the Atlantic. - October 01, 2009 - Sustainable Harvest International
K&L Gates’ David R. Cohen to Speak at Knowledge Congress’ Live Webcast on Legal Ethics and E-Discovery
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts announced today that David R. Cohen, Partner, Co-chair e-Discovery Analysis & Technology Group, K&L Gates LLP will speak at The Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast... - October 01, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Ernst & Young’s Eric J. Schwarz to Speak at Knowledge Congress’ Live Webcast on Legal Ethics and E-Discovery
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts announced today that Eric J. Schwarz, Americas Leader - Forensic Technology and Discovery, Ernst & Young LLP will speak at The Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled:... - October 01, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Kallman & Co.’s Arthur J. (Kip) Dellinger, Jr. to Speak at Knowledge Congress’ Live Webcast on Coping with Section 6694 - Tax Preparer Penalties
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts announced today that Arthur J. (Kip) Dellinger, Jr., Senior Tax Partner, Kallman & Co. LLP will speak at The Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “Coping... - October 01, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Sustainable Harvest International Receives Highest Rating from Charity Navigator for Fourth Consecutive Year
Sustainable Harvest International, a Maine-based environmental nonprofit, has received Charity Navigator's highest rating four years in a row, an achievement shared with only 7 percent of charities nationwide. - October 01, 2009 - Sustainable Harvest International
Bio Tuesday Networking and Informational Events Hit the Road
In a new format, the Tech Collective event series will showcase RI Biotech companies and resources at their locations. - September 30, 2009 - Tech Collective
ifpetscouldtype.com Announces a Fourth Pet Food Pantry Joins Their Feed-a-Pet Program to Help Get Pet Food to Needy Families
The Pet Project, serving the greater Minneapolis, MN community will receive funds to help restock the shelves of its pet pantry. - September 30, 2009 - ifpetscouldtype.com
DANA Downtown Living Tour Returns for Sixth Year
The Downtown Austin Neighborhood Association (DANA) has unveiled details for its sixth annual Downtown Living Tour, showcasing the rapidly growing residential landscape in downtown Austin. - September 30, 2009 - Downtown Austin Neighborhood Association
EOS Remediation Expands International Sales and Marketing Network to the Netherlands
EOS Remediation, LLC, a developer and manufacturer of advanced technologies for groundwater restoration, and QM Environmental Services Ltd. announce today that they have signed an agreement whereby QM Environmental Services will provide sales and marketing services for the EOS® family of... - September 30, 2009 - EOS Remediation, LLC
Ross Jeffryes Writes About Peter Published by Trinity Press, a Subsidiary of Bread of Life
Who could this Peter be? Could he possibly be the one and only Apostle Peter, the one who walked with Jesus? - September 30, 2009 - Bread of Life International Ministries
More Than 5,000 Will Gather in Galveston to Focus on Revised Science Standards in Texas Classrooms
The Science Teachers Association of Texas will host its 56th Annual Conference for the Advancement of Science Teaching (CAST) in Galveston, Texas in November. The conference will bring more than 5,000 attendees for professional development opportunities focused on revised TEKS initiatives. CAST is expected to bring 6.8 million dollars to city of Galveston and is open to all teachers, administrators and others interested in hands-on science education. - September 30, 2009 - Science Teachers Association of Texas
Wake County SmartStart to Step Up and Act for Children
Wake County SmartStart (WCSS) is proud to be one of the more than 30 co-sponsors of Step Up and Act for Children 2009, a national event which is organized locally by Action for Children North Carolina. On October 5 from 11:15 until 12:30 p.m., Wake County SmartStart will join child advocates from... - September 30, 2009 - Wake County SmartStart
Artspace to Offer College Prep Courses for Students Planning to Major in Fine Arts
Mary Poole, executive director of Artspace (www.artspacenc.org), has announced that the art center will offer college prep courses Sept. 22-Dec. 8 for college-bound students wishing to major in fine arts. The courses will be held from 6 p.m to 8 p.m. Tuesday evenings throughout the fall... - September 30, 2009 - Artspace
Governor Bev Perdue Honorary Co-Host of Enable America Event in Raleigh
North Carolina Governor Bev Perdue will be honorary co-host of Enable America's celebration of Disability Mentoring Day, to be held in Raleigh on October 21. Enable America is a non-profit devoted to improving employment opportunities for people with disabilities. - September 30, 2009 - Enable America
MMI Public Relations Named Agency of Record for North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association
Patty Briguglio, president of MMI Public Relations (www.mmipublicrelations.com), a Raleigh-based, full-service public relations firm, has announced that the firm has been named the public relations agency of record for the North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association (NCVMA) (www.ncvma.org). The... - September 30, 2009 - NCVMA
NAFA New England Chapter Co-Hosts AltWheels Day
NAFA's New England Chapter is co-host of the fifth annual Alt Wheels Fleet Day. The event, held on October 5, features a large display of alternative fleet vehicles, educational sessions and panels - including several involving NAFA Members. - September 30, 2009 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Bone Cancer Dogs Launches the Premier Online Resource for Dog Owners and Veterinarians
Yes, dogs can get bone cancer. Over 10,000 cases are diagnosed each year. When given this diagnosis, overwhelmed dog owners don’t know where to turn for help. Bonecancerdogs.org provides information, support and hope. - September 29, 2009 - Bone Cancer Dogs, Inc
Celebrities STOMP Out Bullying with Love Our Children USA
Love Our Children USA announced that NYC Mayor Michael Bloomberg is proclaiming October 5th Blue Shirt Day to signify the importance of National Bullying Prevention Awareness Week, October 4th – 10th. - September 29, 2009 - Love Our Children USA
Kathryn Ingram, Director of Professional Standards of MSCM LLP to Speak at KC’s Event on IFRS on October 29, 2009
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts has announced today that Kathryn Ingram, CA, Director of Professional Standards of MSCM LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast: “IFRS is Back! Interpretations,... - September 29, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
FertilityAuthority Names Dr. Tarun Jain Its Reproductive Endocrinologist of the Month
FertilityAuthority has named Dr. Tarun Jain M.D., F.A.C.O.G its Reproductive Endocrinologist of the Month. Dr. Jain “wows” people with his research on contemporary “social” fertility issues and his attempts to answer difficult questions. - September 29, 2009 - FertilityAuthority
San Francisco Mayor Declares October 8 'SFCASA Day'
Join the Celebration at ‘Hot Reggae Nights’ Benefit Event at Foreign Cinema - September 29, 2009 - San Francisco Court Appointed Special Advocate Program
Home Energy Audit the First Step for Reducing Homeowner's Energy Costs
Many homeowners think new windows, more insulation or an upgraded furnace should be the first step toward making their home more energy efficient—but it’s not. According to Pro Energy Consultants, the first step should always be a home energy audit. A customized, diagnostic home energy audit will evaluate a building’s performance and pinpoint which improvements will be the most cost-effective for maximizing a home’s energy efficiency. - September 29, 2009 - Pro Energy Consultants
New Hampshire Readies for 23rd Global Peace Event
Local Non-Profit Announces Youth Leaders Selected to Participate in the 2009/2010 Peace Initiative - September 28, 2009 - Friends Forever USA
New Association Unites 5 Million US Parents Who Work from Home
A new association has launched to help the estimated 5 million US parents who choose to work from home after having children. - September 28, 2009 - hiremyparents.com
The Style Network's Ruby Comes to the DFW Metroplex at Plus Teen USA Pageant and Conference to Provide Mentoring and Inspiration and Filming for Her Reality Show
Ruby Gettinger the morbidly obese southern belle who chronicles her inspirational weight loss journey on the Style Network’s reality show “Ruby,” will mentor plus size teens for filming on her show at the Plus Teen USA Pageant and Conference at the LaQuinta Inn & Suites in North Arlington. - September 28, 2009 - Plus Teen USA
Winnick Family Foundation Renews Support for Special Needs Program at Jerusalem Zoo
The children served by the program represent a cultural and ethnic cross-section of Israel, but all have special needs like autism, deafness, learning disabilities or mental problems. Special needs children like these are enrolled in the Jerusalem zoo program to learn concentration and self-discipline by forming a connection with the animal. - September 28, 2009 - Winnick Family Foundation
Memorial Walk a Community Event
Angel Names Association's fourth annual Memorial Walk coincides with National Pregnancy and Infant Loss Month. - September 28, 2009 - Angel Names Association
Regional Business Community Celebrates 7th Annual Erie Athena Awards
ATHENA International, Inc., National City, now a part of PNC, and the Erie Regional Chamber and Growth Partnership celebrated the seventh annual Erie ATHENA Awards during a luncheon held today at Mercyhurst College. The event paid tribute to the economic power and leadership of local women, and the... - September 28, 2009 - Erie Regional Chamber and Growth Partnership
American Foundation for Children with AIDS Climbs Up Kilimanjaro
Charity Climb a Huge Success. - September 27, 2009 - American Foundation for Children with AIDS
Australian Patent Validates EOS Remediation’s Strong Foundation of Intellectual Property
EOS Remediation, LLC, a developer and manufacturer of advanced technologies for groundwater restoration, announced that the Australian Patent Office (IP Australia) has awarded a patent to Solutions-IES. This patent, AU # 782548, is for groundwater bioremediation using emulsified oils. EOS... - September 27, 2009 - EOS Remediation, LLC
"Life, Liberty & the Pursuit of Happiness" Visionary Art Exhibition Opens Oct 3
The quest for human rights & the search for personal fulfillment, as proposed in the American Declaration of Independence, provide the starting point for this international exhibition of visionary art curated by Roger Manley. Works by the last surviving descendant of the Tsars, Iroquois Indians, French Revolutionaries, illegal immigrants, Algerian War vets, Guantanamo Bay detainees, Holocaust survivors, incarcerated prisoners, African-American civil rights activists & Iraqi doctors are featured. - September 27, 2009 - American Visionary Art Museum
Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® Board of Directors Endorses Candidates
John Wood, president of the Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® (RRAR) (www.rrar.com), has announced that the association’s board of directors through the NC REALTORS® Political Action Committee, (NC RPAC) has endorsed their candidates for the fall municipal elections. Those... - September 27, 2009 - RRAR
Georgian Gymnasium Opens Its Brand New Cafeteria and Kitchen
Counterpart International (Counterpart) reconstructs school’s facilities for neediest Georgian children - September 27, 2009 - Counterpart International
Washington DC Non-Profit Bridges of Understanding Welcomes New Executive Director to Its Ranks
Bridges of Understanding Foundation, a non-profit based in Washington, DC, announces the appointment of Ms. Carey Kluttz as Executive Director. - September 27, 2009 - Bridges of Understanding
Olympic Gold Medalist Jennifer Heil, Canadian Idol Finalist Tara Oram and Local Teen Girls Gather for National Campaign Launch
Because I Am A Girl national campaign is set in motion with the kick-off of a Canadian documentary tour. Today at Berczy Park in Toronto, local teen girls joined Olympic gold medalist and freestyle skier Jennifer Heil for the kick-off of a national campaign that aims to raise awareness in Canada... - September 27, 2009 - Plan Canada
Global Development Stifled by Lack of Investment in Girls: Plan Canada
Failing to send girls to school is costing the world’s poorest countries billions of dollars a year, a major new report from Plan International warns today. Lack of education for girls in developing countries means that millions of girls and women are confined to unskilled work – not... - September 27, 2009 - Plan Canada