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In The Economic Downturn, Working Parents Look For Affordable, Quality Childcare Options
Leading au pair agency launches a promotion to help families burdened with finding affordable childcare. AuPairCare introduces families to a live-in childcare solution that doesn't immediately come to mind for many U.S. families and is much more affordable than daycare or other live-in nanny options. - March 17, 2009 - Intrax Cultural Exchange
NJ and PA Land Title Associations Join Forces for Convention
In a year of extreme cutbacks across the real estate and financial services industries, PA and NJ's land title associations have joined forces to ensure that their members can continue their professional development and strengthen their networks at their first joint annual convention ever. - March 17, 2009 - Pennsylvania Land Title Association
Congressman Jay Inslee to Participate on Sustainability and Historic Preservation Panel Sponsored by the Trust for Architectural Easements
The third panel – How We Finance Development – will be held on March 23, 2009 from 7:30 to 9:00 pm at the SEIU Conference Center Room 1036/38 in Washington, DC. RSVP for this free event by sending an email to kgraves@islandpress.org or calling 202-232-7933 x20. - March 17, 2009 - Trust for Architectural Easements
Jane Thomas Announces the Launch of WaysWomenOrgasm.org, a Blog-Based Forum for Women of All Ages, Which Takes a Fresh Approach to Discussing Women’s Sexuality
Jane Thomas, author of WaysWomenOrgasm.org, is committed to providing better sex information to women and their partners so that couples can make sex even better in long-term sexual relationships. - March 17, 2009 - WaysWomenOrgasm.org
Association of Commerical Real Estate Professionals Honors Thomas Tsilionis (Tom Tsilionis) as Their 2009 Platinum Member
Thomas Tsilionis (Tom Tsilionis) has received top honors from the Association of Commercial Real Estate Professionals (ACREPRO) and was named Platinum Member for 2009. The Platinum Award was issued by ACREPRO chairman Robert Gill in front of 100 members. At the end of the event everyone received a free copy of 'The Foreclosure Survival Answer Book'. - March 17, 2009 - Association of Commercial Real Estate Professionals
Deloitte’s Alison Clew to Speak at KC’s Event on Understanding Economic Sanctions for Banks & Financial Institutions on 05/28/2009
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcast recently announced that Alison Clew, Principal, Forensic & Dispute Services, Deloitte Financial Advisory Services LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast... - March 17, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Engeye Health Clinic in Uganda Establishes Partnerships with Ugandan Ministry of Health, Uganda CARES, FINCA International and RHSP
Dr. Carlos Elguero Joins Engeye Health Clinic's Board of Directors - March 16, 2009 - Engeye
i4cp Launches the Productivity Confidence Index
New Benchmark Tracks Productivity Expectations on a Continuing Basis - March 16, 2009 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
Free the Children Founder Visits Local School District
Dare to Be supports Free The Children through their Me to We clothing line. Free The Children's founder Craig Kielburger spoke to over a thousand students in the Kelowna BC School District about being the change. - March 16, 2009 - Dare to Be Communications
Re-Launch of Local Organization for Medical Anomalies
The Because I Care Foundation, Inc. is re-organizing to better serve and create awareness for people with Klippel Trenaunay Syndrome (KTS) and other similar lymphatic and vascular malformations. - March 15, 2009 - Because I Care Foundation
National Energy Symposium Will Explore Solutions and Initiate Dialogue for Reform
"Reforming American Energy: Encouraging Innovation, Producing Solutions" will employ unique format to address major energy issues. - March 15, 2009 - Reform Institute
Understanding Economic Sanctions for Banks & Financial Institutions Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcast recently announced that it has scheduled a live webcast on “Understanding Economic Sanctions for Banks & Financial Institutions.” This two-hour event is scheduled on Thursday, May 28, 2009, at 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM (ET – New York). - March 15, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Triangle Technology Executives Council Announces New President and 2009 Board
The Triangle Technology Executives Council (TTEC), a nonprofit organization dedicated to the economic development of technology companies in the Research Triangle region of North Carolina, has announced its new president & CEO as well as the 2009 board of directors. John Crites has been named... - March 15, 2009 - Triangle Technology Executives Council
TCREW Gathers Professional Apparel for Dress for Success
Conni Tucker, president of Triangle Commercial Real Estate Women (TCREW) (www.tcrew.org), an organization which provides a forum for fostering relationships among women commercial real estate professionals in the Triangle, has announced that its members donated professional apparel to Dress for... - March 15, 2009 - Triangle Commercial Real Estate Women
Tourette Syndrome and Other Disabilities in the Workplace: Know Your Rights
Informative webinar on March 18 from New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome - March 15, 2009 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Annual Gala to Raise Money for HeartShare
HeartShare's Annual Spring Gala and Auction is an exciting evening with celebrities, awards and a silent auction. - March 15, 2009 - HeartShare Human Services of NY
NAFA's Expo Hall is Expanding Every Week
Despite a tough economy, NAFA's Institute & Expo is proving a must event for exhibitors seeking to reach fleet managers. - March 15, 2009 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
BBB Explains Stimulus Package Benefits for Small-Business Owners
Better Business Bureau of Eastern North Carolina is offering a summary of benefits that may be available to small-business owners as a result of the recent passing of $787 billion economic stimulus plan. - March 15, 2009 - Better Business Bureau of Eastern North Carolina
Increasing Business Through Word of Mouth Marketing
Learn How at the Champions Chapter of Business Network International Visitor's Day on March 24 at Meridian Sports Club in Fullerton. - March 15, 2009 - So Cal BNI - Champions Chapter
Susan G. Komen San Francisco Partners with Grass-Roots Community Event Bake for Hope
The Bake for Hope project is hosting the first ever coordinated nation-wide bake-a-thon. Bake sales will run in cities across the country for one week in support of the cure for breast cancer. The event happens May 3rd – 9th, one week Mother's Day to honor mothers and women everywhere. 100% of the bake sale proceeds will go to local Susan G. Komen for the Cure affiliates. Volunteers can sign up as bakers and organizers and businesses can host sales at their locations, and anyone can attend. - March 14, 2009 - Cause Good
The Usheroff Institute Says It's Time to Go Guerrilla in Interviews
Sadly, cutbacks send the message that the tacit pact between employer and employee can be broken at any time. It’s also a justifiably reflex reaction for employees to become disillusioned, frustrated or fearful. This is a good opportunity, however, to stand out in tough times, according to Roz Usheroff, founder and CEO of The Usheroff Institute. - March 14, 2009 - The Usheroff Institute
Wellness Company Eases Need for Prevention
Wellco Corporation is helping even more employees maintain their health in a shaky economy, through its recent partnership with Media Genesis. - March 14, 2009 - Wellco Corporation
NAFA Announces Judges for 2nd Annual Green Fleet Awards
NAFA has lined up an impressive array of judges for the association's second annual Green Fleet Awards, which will be awarded on April 27, 2009 in New Orleans. - March 14, 2009 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
ULI Forum to Address Sustainability in the Current Economic Crisis
Experts to present sustainable development case studies in the Triangle. - March 14, 2009 - Urban Land Institute - Triangle
International Eye Care Organization Himalayan Cataract Project Earns a Rare Fourth Consecutive 4-Star Rating from Charity Navigator
The Himalayan Cataract Project works to eradicate preventable and curable blindness through high-quality ophthalmic care, education and the establishment of a world-class eye care infrastructure in the Himalaya and Sub-Saharan Africa. - March 14, 2009 - Himalayan Cataract Project
The Happily Handmade Giveaway: A Valuable Tool for Promoting Indie Business
In today's tough economic climate, many small businesses are struggling to find creative ways to reach new customers. One surefire method to lure new clients is to offer them fantastic free merchandise. The Happily Handmade Giveaway builds off this precept, creating a cost effective tool for... - March 14, 2009 - Happily Handmade Giveaway
Morton Grove Action Party Issues Early Voting Reminder
The Morton Grove Action Party issues a friendly reminder to all Morton Grove Village residents that “Early Voting” for the upcoming Municipal Election will begin on Monday, March 16, 2009. Early voting will run through April 2. Residents may vote early at Village Hall, 6101 Capulina... - March 14, 2009 - Action Party of Morton Grove
The Endeavor for Hope Foundation Brings in World-Renowned DJs Pete Tong and Deadmau5 to Help Support African Cause & Hosts V.I.P. Fundraiser Celebrating Africa & Music
The Endeavor for Hope Foundation (“The EFHF”), a Houston-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit charity has just confirmed that legendary DJ, Pete Tong* and chart-topping electronic music ingénue Deadmau5, will make special appearances at their Invite-Only V.I.P. Charity Event on Friday,... - March 13, 2009 - The Endeavor For Hope Foundation
Aetna and The National Kidney Registry Announce Aetna Foundation Grant Award
Aetna and the National Kidney Registry, a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of people facing kidney failure, have announced that the Aetna Foundation has awarded an initial grant of $50,000 to support the work of the National Kidney Registry helping patients with incompatible... - March 13, 2009 - National Kidney Registry
WOmen @ Work Founder Releases Introductory Podcast
Lisa Pineiro, president of Technical Services Inc., a privately held electrical training and recruiting firm, and founder of WOmen @ Work, a nonprofit organization dedicated to encouraging young women to explore traditionally male-dominated construction fields, has announced that WOmen @ Work has... - March 13, 2009 - WOmen @ Work
Communities in Schools of North Carolina Announces 2009 North Carolina Education Ball Date
Linda Harrill, president and CEO of Communities In Schools of North Carolina (CISNC) (www.cisnc.org), a nonprofit that helps youths stay in school, has announced that the organization will host the 2009 North Carolina Education Ball on Friday, June 26 from 6-11:30 p.m. at the RBC Center, located at... - March 13, 2009 - Communities In Schools Of North Carolina
Gospelville.com Brings Gospel Music and Ministry Together in a New Social Network Just for Christians
The Gospel Music Industry has a new online community called Gospelville.com. Gospelville founder Charles West has teamed up with Advice Interactive Group to launch the new Gospelville Community designed to unite believers, churches, religious groups and entertainers from all denominations. - March 13, 2009 - Gospelville.com
ARISE to Hold Critical Life Skills Instructor Certification Training in Sanford, FL
ARISE Life Skills Instructors learn how to conduct interactive group discussions and exciting activities with at-risk juvenile offenders, creating a mentoring relationship between juvenile justice staff and the young people in their care. ARISE Foundation will conduct its powerful ARISE two-day... - March 13, 2009 - ARISE Foundation
Triple Point Technology Named Sponsor at the Knowledge Congress’ Event on Statement 157 Implementation Issues on 06/02/09
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts has announced today that Triple Point Technology, the leading global provider of multi-market commodity and enterprise risk management software solutions will be a sponsor at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “Statement 157 Implementation Issues”. This 2-hour event is scheduled for June 2, 2009, Tuesday, at 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM ET. - March 13, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Triple Point Technology’s Elie Zabal to Speak at KC’s Event on Statement 157 Implementation Issues on 06/02/2009
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts has announced today that Elie Zabal, Senior Vice President, Treasury and Regulatory Compliance Division, Triple Point Technology, will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “Statement 157 Implementation Issues.” This 2-hour event is scheduled for June 2, 2009, Tuesday, at 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM ET. - March 13, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Michael E Straneva, Americas Director of Transaction Real Estate, Ernst & Young LLP to Speak at KC’s Event on REITS, on 5/12/2009
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcast announced today that Michael Straneva, Americas Director of Transaction Real Estate, Ernst & Young LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “REITS, How to Navigate the 2009 Credit Crunch, & Today's Economic Realities ”. This 2-hour event is scheduled on May 12, 2009, Tuesday at 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM ET. - March 13, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
RENA Networks Launches Today to Help Businesses Build Networks, Enhance Social Capital and Generate Productive Referrals
New company helps businesses and sales people build powerful referral networks - March 12, 2009 - RENA Networks
Lupus Research Institute Advocacy Results in Congressional Funding of New National Lupus Health Education Program
As a result of long term advocacy outreach by the Lupus Research Institute (LRI) National Coalition, today President Obama signed legislation appropriating $1 million in new funding for a national lupus health education program for healthcare providers. The education program will be led by the... - March 12, 2009 - Lupus Research Institute
Invisible Children Releases New Film in Preparation for World Event
Invisible Children, a media-based organization dedicated to ending Africa’s longest-running war has released their latest and most controversial film to date, ‘The Rescue of Joseph Kony’s Child Soldiers’, in a radical bid to mobilize the international community to seek... - March 12, 2009 - Invisible Children
Nine Leading Biomass Companies Form Biomass Thermal Energy Council
A group of nine leading biomass companies has formed the Biomass Thermal Energy Council (BTEC), a non-profit association dedicated to advancing the use of biomass for heat and other thermal energy applications. The founding members of BTEC include biomass fuel producers, appliance manufacturers and... - March 12, 2009 - Biomass Thermal Energy Council
Merrell Outfits AFCA’s Climb Up Kilimanjaro Team with Footwear for the Climb
The American Foundation for Children with AIDS (AFCA, www.helpchildrenwithAIDS.org) announced today that Merrell has signed on to donate footwear to the team of 12 that will climb Mount Kilimanjaro this September to raise money to help support AFCA’s programs that provide anti-retrovirals and... - March 12, 2009 - American Foundation for Children with AIDS
NYC Citizens Anxious About Upcoming City Council Vote to Legalize Beekeeping in NYC
NYC to Buzz With New Beekeeping Activity Should Bill Pass. With the recent news that Denver has joined the ranks of major cities that have decriminalized beekeeping, New York City residents are hopeful that an upcoming City Council vote will legalize beekeeping in the Big Apple. In New York City,... - March 12, 2009 - The Honeybee Conservancy
Wells Fargo CEO Stumpf to Speak at 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 the keynote speakers for the Venture 2009 conference, scheduled for... - March 12, 2009 - CED
Raleigh Named One of the Healthiest Housing Markets for 2009
Ken Atkins, executive director for Wake County Economic Development (WCED) (www.raleigh-wake.org), has announced that Raleigh was named one of the healthiest housing markets of 2009 by Builder Magazine. The publication analyzed 75 housing markets across the country and ranked them based on their... - March 12, 2009 - Wake County Economic Development
1,200 Guests Help Raise $188,100 at 24th Annual A Toast to the Triangle
Mary Freeman, president and CEO of the Tammy Lynn Center for Developmental Disabilities, announced today that $188,100 was raised at the 24th annual A Toast to the Triangle™. More than1, 200 guests attended the Center’s signature fundraising event held March 8. A Toast to the Triangle... - March 12, 2009 - A Toast To The Triangle
First-Ever U.S. National Peace Academy Launched
After decades of discussion, years of planning, and months of coordination and collaboration among hundreds of local, national, and international experts and organizations focused on the inter-related issues of peace and non-violence, plans have been formalized to establish the United States’... - March 12, 2009 - National Peace Academy
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on Auditor Independence: What You Need to Know
The Knowledge Congress, a service of Knowledge Group LLC and the leading producer of regulatory focused webcast, announced today that it has scheduled a live webcast on Auditor Independence: What You Need to Know. This two-hour event is scheduled on Tuesday, May 7, 2009, at 3:00 NN to 5:00 PM (ET... - March 12, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on REITS, How to Navigate the 2009 Credit Crunch, & Today's Economic Realities
The Knowledge Congress, a service of The Knowledge Group, LLC, and the leading producer of regulatory focused webcast, announced today that it has scheduled a live webcast on REITS, How to Navigate The 2009 Credit Crunch, & Today's Economic Realities. This two-hour event is scheduled on... - March 12, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
NPSA Resale Expo Tackles Economic Issues
Portable storage industry players will gather in Santa Barbara this May to discuss how the economy is impacting portable storage – and what to do about it. - March 12, 2009 - National Portable Storage Association
Former Co-Head of the Corporate Finance Department of Raymond James Joins American Liquor Alliance, LLC
Ron Miller of Miller Advisory Corp. has formally joined forces with American Liquor Alliance, LLC to spearhead Mergers & Acquisitions as American Liquor Alliance continues the march to revolutionize the retail wine and spirits industry. - March 12, 2009 - American Liquor Alliance, LLC