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SavvyAuntie.com Nominated for “Best Family/Parenting Site” in the 13th Annual Webby Awards
Fans Can Vote Online to Help SavvyAuntie.com Win Internet's Top Honor. - April 17, 2009 - SavvyAuntie.com
Alma ICE Break Pool Tournament and Music Festival
The picturesque riverside town of Alma Wisconsin hosts its first annual Alma Ice Break festival with a focus not only on great entertainment, but on the local artists and merchants that make the Alma area so unique. The exciting two-weekend festival features a men’s and women’s pool tournament, comedians, Wisconsin Public Radio’s “Big River Radio Wave,” and an eclectic span of national, regional and local musicians ranging in genre from hip hop to bluegrass; alt-pop to jamband. - April 16, 2009 - Alma ICE Break
Rural Mobile Broadband Alliance Hits 100-Member Mark - RuMBA Launches Membership Drive to Add Hundreds of Telcos
RuMBA USA has now secured more than 100 members, comprising rural telcos, mobile broadband equipment makers, rural residents and broadband suppliers, in the effort to ensure stimulus funds will bring the best possible array of mobile broadband solutions to rural America. - April 16, 2009 - Rural Mobile and Broadband Alliance USA
Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® Participate in NCAR Legislative Day
John Wood, president of the Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® (www.rrar.com), has announced that the Association’s Triangle REALTORS® Leadership Academy will participate in the North Carolina Association of REALTORS® (NCAR) Legislative Day on April 22 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. - April 16, 2009 - RRAR
All Star Kids Pageant for Boys and Girls 0-18 Yrs
The Roswell Mall will host an All Star Kids Pageant. Contestants will have the opportunity of being selected All Star Beau/Babe (Boy/Girl, 0-47 months) or Beauty/Beau (Boy/Girl, 4-18 years). Several different categories opportunities for all ages and every contestant receives a trophy. For more info on age groups and categories visit www.AllStarKidsNM.com or Call 575-914-1137. Please come out and support the area youth in this positive event, Sunday, April 26th at 2:00 pm. - April 16, 2009 - All Star Kids Pageant
Teknos Associates, Named Sponsor at Knowledge Congress' Event on Untangling 157 & 141R: Business Combinations, M&A & Fair Value on 05/01/09
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts has announced today that Teknos Associates, an experienced valuation firm which serves emerging growth companies will be a sponsor at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast... - April 16, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Jim Timmins, Managing Director, Teknos Associates to Speak at KC’s Event on Untangling 157 & 141R: Business Combinations, M&A & Fair Value on 05/01/09
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts has announced today that Jim Timmins, Managing Director of Teknos Associates will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “The Untangling 157 &... - April 16, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Portuguese Businesses Offered Marketing Help by British Marketing Magician
Recession hit Portuguese businesses are to be offered free marketing advice by the man the BBC refer to as the Marketing Magician. UK based Marketing Magician, Stefan Drew, is offering business marketing advice in a series of consultancy surgeries planned at venues in Lisbon and the Algarve during... - April 16, 2009 - Stefan Drew Associates
Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst (CAIA) Association Acquires AllAboutAlpha.com
The CAIA Association was established with the belief that a strong foundation of knowledge specific to alternative investments is essential for all AI professionals. Other programs do not address the unique attributes associated with alternative assets, but focus primarily on traditional investments. - April 16, 2009 - Chartered Alternative Investment Analysts Association
Medical Tourism Association Releases First Patient Surveys on Medical Tourism
The Medical Tourism Association has released preliminary results from its first patient surveys in the Medical Tourism Industry. The Medical Tourism Association has created this medical tourism patient survey as part of a larger research project to study the medical tourism industry. The continuing... - April 16, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™
Connecticut Better Business Bureau Warns Consumers About "Car Cloning"
Unwitting consumers face confiscation and potential criminal charges - April 16, 2009 - Better Business Bureau CT
National Association of Health Underwriters Hosts 2009 Capitol Conference
Texas Chapter Voices Opinions of Independent State Insurance Agents. - April 16, 2009 - Texas Association of Health Underwriters
Recession Proof Insurance for the Business Woman - Are You Covered?
Atlanta women's business network, Dinner With Friends, offers skills development and effective networking to help businesses thrive in an economic down turn. - April 16, 2009 - Dinner With Friends Women's Network
Folsom Personal Trainer Val Fujii Announces the Launch of a Revolutionary Fitness Program Designed to Take Your Body from ‘Ordinary to Extraordinary’ by Summer
Val Fujii, a local Folsom certified personal trainer, has recently launched Superwomen Boot Camp, a cutting-edge fitness boot camp designed for women that promises to take your body from 'Ordinary to Extraordinary' at only a fraction of the cost of personal training. - April 16, 2009 - Superwomen Boot Camp
Latin America Medical Tourism & Health Tourism to be Featured at 1st Conference
Over 300 registrants have registered for the 1st Conference on Medical Tourism and Health Tourism in Latin America, which takes place April 27-29th, 2009, in Monterrey, Mexico. Over 50 expert speakers will share their knowledge on medical tourism and health tourism. All the top hospitals and... - April 16, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™
Southeast Electric Flight Festival Celebrates the Thrill of Flight
World’s Largest Model Electric Flight Festival Draws Huge Crowds. - April 16, 2009 - Academy of Model Aeronautics
John J. Huber, Partner, Latham & Watkins LLP to Speak at KC’s Event on Cross Border 2009: Cross-Border Tender Offers & Other Emerging Issues for 2009, on 5/27/2009
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcast announced today that John J. Huber, Partner, Latham & Watkins LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “Cross Border 2009: Cross-Border... - April 16, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
California Tax Filers Can Make Last Minute Charitable Gift
As Californians face the annual April 15th tax filing deadline, they should know they can make a charitable contribution to one or more worthwhile causes directly on their state tax return. - April 15, 2009 - Checkoff California
San Diego Mayor Jerry Sanders, Councilmember Donna Frye, Green Leaders Share Spotlight at International Earth Day Leadership Event, April 22nd 2009
Contested terrain has long been a staple of the landscape in sustainability policy choice at the city, state and federal levels. www.SanDiegoEarthWeek.com public event organizers are bringing diverse “Green” Leaders together for International Earth Day on April 22nd, as a large gesture... - April 15, 2009 - SanDiegoEarthWeek.com
GlobalLinker.com Empowers Small Businesses to Get Through the Economic Crisis
GlobalLinker.com is a free business centric website with a global business network that allows small businesses to manage and grow their business more efficiently in today's economy. GlobalLinker.com offers small businesses a virtual online office from where they can network with other businesses and access an array of powerful business tools. - April 15, 2009 - GlobalLinker.com
Asia Pacific Warmly Welcomes the Regional Head Quarter of International Association of Medical Tourism (IAMT) Upon Its Inauguration
IAMT has opened its regional office for the Asia Pacific region. This office will provide logistic support for IAMT's global operations as well provide information about US and Europe hospitals to patients in Asia Pacific countries. - April 15, 2009 - International Wellness and Healthcare Travel Association (IWHTA)
“Cutting Edge MLM”-The Symposium Experience Apr. 27-28
While a number of direct selling companies achieve brilliant success, many others barely make it out of the gate. The Symposium Group, a consortium of MLM and Party Plan experts, holds symposiums to train entrepreneurs interested in starting a company as well as executive teams of startup and existing MLM and Party Plan companies. - April 15, 2009 - The Symposium Group
The Audubon Park Neighborhood and Students from Northeast Middle School (NEMS) to Honor Our Urban Ecology at the Spring Wingding, on Saturday April 25, 11am to 2pm
The Spring WingDing, Audubon Park’s annual community festival, coincides with Earth Week and Global Youth Service Day. Students from the neighborhood’s middle school anticipate a fun event which helps raise ecological awareness. “It shows how much these kids really care about the environment,” said Barb Kapala, Beacons Coordinator at NEMS. “By taking ownership of the Spring WingDing, they set an example of service and engagement for the broader community.” - April 15, 2009 - Audbon Neighborhood Association
Ryon Harms to Present ‘Social Media for Executives in Transition’ at Pacific Executive Network in San Diego
“No matter what the industry, job hunters are told to sell themselves to potential employers,” said Mr. Harms. “During my presentation I will be challenging executives in transition to think of themselves as marketers instead. Free social media tools like LinkedIn and blogs offer us unprecedented opportunities to formulate and distribute a personal brand message that attracts rather than sells employers.” - April 15, 2009 - Pacific Executive Network
The Data Center Professionals Network Breaks 500
A recently launched business network that connects the data center industry today announced it has achieved more than 500 members in its first few months of operation. - April 15, 2009 - The Data Center Professionals Network
The Founders Fund, Inc. Launches Website
The Founders Fund, Inc. is increasing its visibility and accessibility to Collier County High School scholarship applicants. The Naples-based charitable organization has launched its initial website, located online at www.thefoundersfundinc.org in order to better serve its potential scholarship... - April 15, 2009 - The Founders Fund, Inc.
MM Deaton Joins Me Fine Foundation, Inc. Board of Advisors
Lori K. Lee, executive director of Me Fine Foundation, Inc. (www.mefinefoundation.org), has announced that MM Deaton, a marketing consultant for DL Investment Group, has been named to the organization’s board of advisors. As a board member, Deaton will use evidence-based marketing and... - April 15, 2009 - Me Fine Foundation, Inc.
WCED Assistant Executive Director to Speak at The State of Garner Panel Discussion
Ken Atkins, executive director for Wake County Economic Development (WCED) (www.raleigh-wake.org), has announced that Conni Tucker, assistant executive director, will be participating on Triangle Business Journal’s “The State of Garner” panel discussion on Friday, April 17 from... - April 15, 2009 - Wake County Economic Development
IBBA Launches BrangusVideo
The International Brangus Breeders Association (IBBA) is proud to announce the launch of BrangusVideo, a YouTube Video Channel dedicated to increasing the exposure of the Brangus breed. The video channel will become a repository for IBBA media that cannot be appropriately served by Brangus... - April 15, 2009 - International Brangus Breeders Association
Who Cares if Sexting is Legal or Not? Proactive Digital Education is the Solution.
Think about it... Despite all of the information available about internet safety, how many of us, especially tweens, teens, and young adults are really seeking out this information for ourselves? If you use the internet, cell phone, or any digital technology, www.iroc2.org provides a new way of thinking that might just save your life. - April 14, 2009 - Institute of Responsible Online and Cell-phone Communication
Trust for Architectural Easements and Island Press Promote Sustainability and Historic Preservation in Boston April 23, 2009 at the Boston Public Library
In the next twenty years, the number of urban dwellers worldwide will swell to an estimated five-billion people. Redeveloping our existing built resources to accommodate this growth will determine the future of our cities and regions, the natural environment, and the health and human welfare of all of the earth’s inhabitants. As we face the challenges of climate change and diminishing fossil fuel resources, how will urban areas accommodate a growing population while minimizing resource use? - April 14, 2009 - Trust for Architectural Easements
Craig D. Stevens, Senior Manager, Deloitte & Touche LLP, to Speak at KC’s Event on Statement 157 Implementation Issues on 6/02/2009
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcast announced today that Craig D. Stevens, Senior Manager, Complex Accounting Regulatory & Capital Markets Consulting, Deloitte & Touche LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “Statement 157 Implementation Issues”. This 2-hour event is scheduled on June 2, 2009, Tuesday at 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM ET. - April 14, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Ladies Who Launch Celebrates One Year in West Chester
Local small business women will continue to reap the benefits of incubating in 2009. - April 14, 2009 - Ladies Who Launch
BBB of Eastern NC Offers Tips to Protect Identity
Better Business Bureau of Eastern North Carolina is offering advice to help consumers protect themselves against identity theft. In addition, BBB is hosting a free document shredding event on April 18. - April 14, 2009 - Better Business Bureau of Eastern North Carolina
Indian Express: Website Launched ‘to Make a Difference in These Polls’
‘People who grudge the most about the policies of the government are those who do not vote.’ - April 14, 2009 - votechandigarh
New Community Church Raises Funds for Maryland Baby Recovering from Four Major Surgeries and Approaching Fifth Procedure Before First Birthday
Doctors at Johns Hopkins Schedule Laryngoscope for Baby Seniya to Investigate Impaired Breathing and Speech. - April 13, 2009 - New Community COGIC
NPSA Exhibits at Associated General Contractors Event
The NPSA promoted portable storage containers at The Constructor Expo, a premier annual event attended by more than 3,000 industry professionals. - April 13, 2009 - National Portable Storage Association
Non-Profit Osteonecrosis Resource Center Launches Avascular Necrosis Web Site and Research Portal
The Osteonecrosis Resource Center is a newly-formed non-profit corporation (501c filing in progress) with the mission and intent of advancing education and research into the disease Osteonecrosis, also known as Avascular Necrosis (commonly referred to as AVN). The Osteonecrosis Resource Center's... - April 12, 2009 - Osteonecrosis Resource Center
Spiritual Path Announced Timely New Book Release
A timely and thought-provoking new book release that surpasses the inquisition of "The Secret." Unlock the keys to self-mastery and manifestation through the art of "Mastering the Language of the Universe." - April 12, 2009 - Spiritual Path
Two Metro-Detroiters Are Participating in a 10,000 Mile Charity Rally from London, England to Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia This Summer
10,000 miles, three mountain ranges, and two deserts. The first Michigan-based team in rally history is raising funds to assist those in the greatest need throughout Mongolia. - April 12, 2009 - Mongol Rally Guys
Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® Announces Wake County Public Education Event
John Wood, president of the Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® (RRAR) (www.rrar.com) has announced that the Association will host a lunch and informational session featuring Chuck Delaney, assistant superintendent for growth and planning, from Wake County Public Schools on Thursday,... - April 12, 2009 - RRAR
Local Author and Investigative Reporter to be Featured Speaker at Business Club Meeting
Amanda Lamb to speak at BCA Triangle April breakfast meeting. - April 12, 2009 - Business Clubs of the Triangle
NAFA Presents the CAFM/CAFS Boot Camp
Fleet managers involved with or interested in the CAFM/CAFS programs can benefit from NAFA's CAFM/CAFS Boot Camp held during this year's Institute & Expo in New Orleans. - April 12, 2009 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
New Book Release: The Christian, Stand Up and Fight; The Law According to Gods Word
Las Vegas Christian Author Victorya released her powerful new book, The Christian, Stand Up and Fight, with biblical based answers to counter the latest assaults on Christian faith. Paperback available in large print as well as on Amazon Kindle where your purchase is instant and where digial text platform has become the new wave of the future for download reading. - April 11, 2009 - Messages of Faith Ministry
Maryland Charter School Founders’ Manual, Third Edition Released
Maryland Charter School Network releases Third Edition of the Maryland Charter School Founders' Manual. The manual covers the basics of opening a charter school in Maryland. - April 11, 2009 - Maryland Charter School Network
Freedom Debt Management Rolls Out a New Fresh Start Homeownership Initiative
Freedom Debt Management, Inc. (“FDM”) is proud to announce their new “Fresh Start” initiative to create financial literacy awareness amongst the 20 to 30 year old age group. This service will include free budget counseling and continuing education specifically designed for... - April 11, 2009 - Freedom Debt Management, Inc.
The 16th Annual Walk-Along for Lupus Donation Website is Up and Running
On Sunday, October 18th, 2009, in Eisenhower Park, Field #6, the Lupus Alliance of America LI/Q Affiliate will hold the 16th Annual Walk-Along for Lupus, Long Islands largest and longest running Lupus walk. The Walk-Along for Lupus donation website is up and running and ready for walkers to... - April 11, 2009 - The Lupus Alliance of America LI/Q Affiliate
Healthcare Reform & Addiction Treatment - Interview with Ronald W. Manderscheid, Ph.D on One Hour at a Time with host Mary Woods of WestBridge
Tune in to www.voiceamerica.com, Health and Wellness channel on April 13, 2009 to hear Ronald W. Manderscheid’s interview. One Hour at a Time with Mary Woods airs Mondays at 3pm EST, with all previous shows available for download at any time. - April 11, 2009 - WestBridge Community Services
Hutchinson Law Group, iContact Among Sponsors for CED’s Venture 2009
Joan Siefert Rose, president of the Council for Entrepreneurial Development (CED) (www.cednc.org), a private, nonprofit organization that promotes entrepreneurial efforts in the Triangle region of North Carolina, has announced sponsors for CED’s Venture 2009 conference, scheduled for... - April 11, 2009 - CED
"Fly with US. Read with Kids." Campaign Soars Again
US Airways (LCC) has joined with Reading Is Fundamental (RIF) for a second year to celebrate the wonder of reading through the "Fly with US. Read with Kids." campaign. - April 11, 2009 - Reading Is Fundamental