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Sean Shimamoto, Partner, Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP to Speak at KC’s Event on American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, on 5/5/2009
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcast announced today that Sean Shimamoto, Partner, Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “American... - April 04, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
World’s First Truly Sustainable Homes: Generates More Energy Than They Consume and Can Withstand the Forces of Nature
The ReGen Group™, LLC announced that it has signed a contract valued at over $2M with OceanSafe, Inc., a manufacturer of steel structural insulated panels, to develop the Nation’s first mass-produced truly sustainable homes: the OceanSafe Sustainable Home. The ReGen Group™, a... - April 03, 2009 - The REGEN Group
International Non-Profit Organization Formed to Make Quality Health Care Accessible to All
The organization aims to offer medical guidance, treatment, and assistance to the uninsured, under-insured and anyone within the U.S. in need of additional resources. - April 03, 2009 - International Wellness and Healthcare Travel Association (IWHTA)
Pennsylvania Resolution Aims to Increase Celiac Disease Awareness Statewide
PA Legislature proclaims April ‘Celiac Disease Awareness Month.’ - April 03, 2009 - National Foundation for Celiac Awareness
Madeleine Albright to Keynote 12th Annual San Francisco Child Abuse Prevention Center Luncheon on April 17
‘For the Love of a Child’ Tribute to Child Abuse Prevention Month; Former United States Secretary of State and ABC Anchor, Cheryl Jennings - April 03, 2009 - San Francisco Child Abuse Prevention Center
Nonprofit Awards $50,000 in Scholarships to College Students
The National Society of Collegiate Scholars has awarded a total of $50,000 in scholarships to 90 students at 70 schools across the country. - April 03, 2009 - The National Society of Collegiate Scholars
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on Outsourcing and Offshoring for Attorneys: A 2009 Perspective
This past year, one of the key trends affecting companies of all sizes is the “outsourcing” or “offshoring” of business functions that used to be provided internally within a company to third-party vendors who specialize in the operation and management of such functions. It... - April 03, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Dr. Charles Aird , Senior Managing Director of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP to Speak at KC’s Event on Outsourcing and Offshoring for Attorneys: on 06/23/2009
The Knowledge Group/Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcast announced today that Dr. Charles Aird, Senior Managing Director & US National Leader Shared Services and Outsourcing Advisory, of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP will speak at the Knowledge... - April 03, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Arie Y. Lewin, Director of the Center for International Business Education and Research to Speak at KC’s Event on Outsourcing and Offshoring for Attorneys on 06/23/2009
The Knowledge Group/Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcast announced today that Arie Y. Lewin, Professor, of Strategy and International Business at Duke University, Fuqua School of Business and Director of the Center for International Business... - April 03, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Communities In Schools (CIS) of North Carolina Congratulates Bill Milliken
Communities In Schools of North Carolina (CISNC) (www.cisnc.org), a nonprofit that helps youths stay in school, has announced that Bill Milliken, founder of Communities In Schools National, will receive the 2009 National Jefferson Award for Public Service from the American Institute for Public... - April 03, 2009 - Communities In Schools Of North Carolina
Connecticut Better Business Bureau Warns About Phony Publishers Clearing House Letters
Consumers told to be on alert as scam making its way across the nation - April 03, 2009 - Better Business Bureau CT
NPSA Warns of Mystery Shopper Scam
The NPSA is warning the industry about a new mystery shopping scam that seeks to wring its victims of $3,500. - April 03, 2009 - National Portable Storage Association
“SmartVolunteer: The leader in Skills-Based Volunteering - The Key to Riding out the Economic Crisis”
Whether skills-based volunteer work provides an opportunity to network, stay engaged or build skill sets, it’s what many professionals are doing to ride out the recession and nonprofit organizations are reaping the rewards. SmartVolunteer provides the venue for skilled professionals and nonprofits in need of their skills to meet. - April 03, 2009 - SmartVolunteer
April is Autism Awareness Month
April has been designated at Autism Awareness month. ne in 150 children have a diagnosis of autism. Oregon has one of the highest diagnosis rates in the country. In order to raise awareness, resources and support for the families affected by this disorder, there are several events in Portland, Oregon to support. - April 03, 2009 - Athlete2Model
Hodgkin’s Lymphoma Cancer Patient Turns Music Into Modern Art During Stem Cell Transplant
While in the depths of his second stem cell transplant to treat Stage IV Hodgkin’s Lymphoma, Erik Rosen discovered how to turn music into Modern Art. In the Fall 2009, Erik was locked in a “clean room” for 35 days while he underwent an Allogeneic Transplant at Memorial Sloan... - April 03, 2009 - cNoteART
Bobit Fleet Management Awards to be Presented at NAFA's I&E
Bobit Business Media's three industry awards will be part of the many prestigious awards presented at NAFA's Institute & Expo in New Orleans this April. - April 03, 2009 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
3rd Annual Texas Association of Healthcare Interpreters and Translators Symposium on Language Access to Focus on Increased Patient Satisfaction and Quality of Care
The Texas Association of Healthcare Interpreters and Translators (TAHIT) have officially opened registration for the 3rd Annual Symposium on Language Access to be held in Austin, Texas on April 17th-18th. The TAHIT Symposium on Language Access is the largest conference of its kind in the... - April 03, 2009 - Texas Association of Healthcare Interpreters and Translators
Beware of Last Minute Illegal Tax Tricks
Haven't filed your tax return yet? The California Tax Education Council cautions consumers to watch out for tax scams. - April 03, 2009 - California Tax Education Council
First Class Homeschool Ministries Announces New Headquarters/Open House
Christian ministry that helps churches start homeschool co-ops gets a boost in the form of free office space at US Digital's Outreach Center. - April 02, 2009 - First Class Homeschool Ministries
Yuri's Night to be Featured on Ace of Cakes
In celebration of the 50th anniversary of the NASA Goddard Space Center, Duff Goldman and his staff at Charm City Cakes are baking a Hubble Space Telescope-themed cake for Yuri's Night DC at Goddard, one of four Yuri's Night events being held in the metro Washington, DC area. The Baltimore-based... - April 02, 2009 - Yuri's Night
Latham & Watkins’ Brian W. Smith to Speak at KC’s Event on Banking and Financial Services Laws for Attorneys: A 2009 Perspective Live Webcast on 05/14/2009
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcast recently announced that Brian W. Smith, Partner, Latham & Watkins LLP, will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “Banking and Financial Services... - April 02, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
New Fundraising Forum Built to Inspire the Everyday Athlete
New Web base fundraising forum motivates the active community to lend a hand to charitable causes nationwide. - April 02, 2009 - RaceRaiser
Spreading Polar Fever: Arctic Entrepreneur Shares Adventure, Awareness with CEOs at the North Pole
Rick Sweitzer, the founder of The Northwest Passage and Polar Explorers, is leading a group of 20 top-level executives on an adventure to 90 degrees North. The team is comprised of active members of the World Presidents Organization and the Young Presidents Organization who are joining Sweitzer not just for the adventure, but to experience the Arctic environment directly. - April 02, 2009 - Polar Explorers
Urban Organizations to Question City Council and Mayoral Candidates
Ten urban-minded organizations are combining forces to question City Council and mayoral candidates about their vision for Austin’s urban core. - April 02, 2009 - Downtown Austin Neighborhood Association
Autism Speaks Announces National Capital Area Walk Now for Autism Will be Held on October 31, 2009 on the National Mall
Autism Speaks, the nation’s largest autism advocacy organization, today announced the date for the National Capital Area Walk Now for Autism. All event proceeds support Autism Speaks who’s mission is to increase awareness about the growing autism epidemic, raise funds for research,... - April 02, 2009 - Autism Speaks National Capital Area
Mitsubishi Electric America Foundation Director Honored with Kids Included Together Founders Award, Awardee Recognized for Her Ability to Create Lasting Partnerships
Rayna Aylward, Executive Director of the Mitsubishi Electric America Foundation, was presented with the Kids Included Together (KIT) Founders Award at a luncheon ceremony on March 20th in San Diego. Jan Giacinti, KIT CEO, made the surprise announcement at the 5th Annual KIT National Conference... - April 02, 2009 - Kids Included Together
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webinar on Understanding New IRS Rules That Restrict Profits Sent Overseas
Multinational corporations are subject to transfer pricing regulations under Section 482 of the tax code that are intended to ensure that companies do business with their related foreign entities at “arm’s length,” and that taxes paid in each country are commensurate with the... - April 02, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Alan Shapiro, Partner of Deloitte Tax LLP to Speak at KC’s Event on Understanding New IRS Rules That Restrict Profits Sent Overseas on 06/18/2009
The Knowledge Group/Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcast announced today that Alan Shapiro, Partner, of Deloitte Tax LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “Understanding New IRS Rules That Restrict... - April 02, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Miller Williams, Jr, Partner/Principal of Ernst & Young to Speak at KC’s Event on Understanding New IRS Rules That Restrict Profits Sent Overseas on 06/18/2009
The Knowledge Group/Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcast announced today that E. Miller Williams, Partner/Principal, of Ernst & Young’s National Transfer Pricing Group will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast... - April 02, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Suzanne E. Rothwell, Counsel, Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP to Speak at KC’s Event on REITS, on 4/21/2009
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcast announced today that Suzanne E. Rothwell, Counsel, Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom 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. - April 02, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Austin Couples Find Non-Pathologizing Local Marriage Counselors via GoodTherapy.org
Couples in Austin who seek counseling to save their marriage now get a chance to connect with non-pathologizing marriage counselors and therapists in their vicinity. - April 02, 2009 - GoodTherapy.org
New Software Package to Calculate and Report Oil Spills
A new software application has been released which simplifies and facilitates the calculation and reporting of accidental oil slicks. The tool allows personnel to assess the extent and volume of spilled oil. This vital information can then be reported in standardized formats to oil spill response teams and regulators. - April 01, 2009 - The Oil Spill Training Company Ltd.
Dr. Degruy to Keynote Austin’s 3rd Annual Louis Gregory Race Unity Symposium
Third Annual Louis Gregory Race Unity Symposium on kicks off in the morning of April 2, 2009 at Huston-Tillotson University in Austin, featuring Dr. Joy DeGruy as the keynote speaker; panel of diverse and insightful residents. The annual symposia offer constructive presentations and discussions on diversity and unity,scholarships to winning college students of the essay competition. - April 01, 2009 - Baha'i Faith, Austin
Locals Elected to National Council
Two local leaders have been named to a national council for long-term care billing. Business Office Manager Sibyl Bledsoe and Accounting Manager Jamie Keefer, both of Magnolia Manor, were recently accepted as members of the American Healthtech Enhancement Council. American Healthtech provides... - April 01, 2009 - Magnolia Manor Retirement Communities
New Online Mapping Tool Attracts Business
The Economic Development Foundation and Brenham Community Development Corporation have just sped up and simplified the process of attracting job growth and new business to Brenham with the launch of Brenhamprospector.com. A goal of the program is to simplify the process of working with local... - April 01, 2009 - Economic Development Foundation of Brenham
IBBA Hires Director of Commercial Marketing Programs
The International Brangus Breeders Association is pleased to announce that Grant R. Keenen will join the IBBA staff on March 31, 2009 as the new Director of Commercial Marketing Programs. Grant Keenen is a graduate of the University of Arkansas Agriculture, Food and Life Science program with a... - April 01, 2009 - International Brangus Breeders Association
Goodwill Announces Spring Cleaning "Sweep" Stakes
Donors to Goodwill stores in Southwest Florida have the opportunity to enter the Goodwill Spring "Sweep"stakes every time they donate until May 2, 2009. The Grand Prize winner will receive $500 towards a closet makeover and reorganization from B&B Closets, Inc. - April 01, 2009 - Goodwill Industries of Southwest Florida, Inc.
Hermosa Beach Soccer Club Clinches Consecutive League Title and Top Seed
The Hermosa Beach Soccer Club clinched the South Bay Peninsula Soccer League’s Over-30 league title for a second consecutive year. - April 01, 2009 - Hermosa Beach Soccer Club
Not Everyone Lost Money in the Stock Market, Says the "JALC Investment Club"
John A. Logan College Investment Club will host the Stock Market Summit, Saturday, April 4 from 9 AM to 5 PM in the John A. Logan College Conference Center. The summit, geared to investors and market traders of all ages and experience, will explain how to get the most from your investments and trading. - April 01, 2009 - John A. Logan College Investment Club
The Northeast Region of Sigma Gamma Rho Celebrates 70 Years of Service to the Community at Regional Conference
On April, 24, 2009 over 400 members of the international service organization Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Incorporated will convene at the Hilton Alexandria Mark Center to celebrate the Northeast Region’s 70 years of commitment to enhancing the quality of life within the community. Deborah I. - April 01, 2009 - Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Inc. Northeast Region
Take a Vacation to Ireland This Year and Receive a Tax Deduction
If you are going to take a vacation in 2009, then why not receive a tax deduction at the same time? or the same price or even less than that of a conventional walking, cycling or just a relaxing vacation you can experience Ireland at its best and receive a tax deduction on your 2009 taxes. You can even get in a little exercise if you are so inclined. - March 31, 2009 - For A Cause
52 Countries Vie for the First Annual Consuls' Regatta Trophy as Part of the XXIII Elissa Regatta at the Houston Yacht Club
On Sunday, April 5, 2009 at 10:30 a.m. vessels with the flags of 52 countries will compete in the first Annual Consuls’ Regatta during the Houston Yacht Club's annual Elissa Regatta. Co-organized by the Houston Junior Chamber (the Jaycees), the Spanish Consulate and the Houston Yacht Club,... - March 31, 2009 - Houston Junior Chamber
Buckleysandler Continues Its Expansion with the Addition of Leading Financial Services Team
Thirteen Attorneys Join the Financial Services Law Firm at the Center of the Nation’s Financial Services Industry. - March 31, 2009 - BuckleySandler
American Foundation for Children with AIDS Joins CharityCall and Truist
New Mobile Donation Platform Offers Fundraising Boost to AFCA - March 31, 2009 - American Foundation for Children with AIDS
Journey to Restoration: Healing for the Post-Abortive Woman
Frigidity, psychosomatic pregnancies, uncontrollable crying, the emotional aftermath of abortion is a real phenomena. Often considered a taboo topic, Joneen Horton, Founder of Divine Image, an online women’s ministry (http://www.DivineImage.org), tackles the topic of post-abortion in her new... - March 31, 2009 - Divine Image
New Motivational Book "Making Life's Puzzle Pieces Fit" Just Released by weLEAD Incorporated
weLEAD Incorporated just announced its second printed publication. "Making Life's Puzzle Pieces Fit" written by Greg L. Thomas, weLEAD founder and president. It offers 12 unique principles that fit together to bring greater happiness and personal fulfilment. - March 30, 2009 - weLEAD Incorporated
For Those Who Choose Cremation the Global Preservation Project Announces the Launch of New Division: My Living Reef
The Global Preservation Project an international nonprofit organization solely dedicated to ecological and cultural preservation announced today the launch of its new division; My Living Reef, a reef restoration division based out of San Diego, CA. This division is yet another example of Global Preservation Project’s dedication to eliminate the economic motivation for habitat destruction, by transforming non eco-friendly industries into eco-beneficial industries with higher returns. - March 30, 2009 - My Living Reef
Red Cross And AVMA Make First Step Towards Protecting Animals During Disasters
First responders applaud the collaboration between Red Cross and AVMA, look forward to helping AVMA and Red Cross deliver on their promise to protect animals and their owners alike during disasters. - March 30, 2009 - Lamorinda DART
EDSPA Announces Green Initiative
The Board of Directors of the Egg Donation and Surrogacy Professional Association (EDSPA), a multidisciplinary third party family formation organization, has announced the start of its Green Initiative. EDSPA, a not-for-profit organization, believes that building a strong foundation includes... - March 29, 2009 - EDSPA
Communities in Schools of North Carolina Releases Podcast on Johnson Automotive Reverse Raffle
Linda Harrill, president and CEO of Communities In Schools of North Carolina (CISNC) (www.cisnc.org), has announced the formal release of an audio podcast detailing the organization’s partnership with Johnson Automotive. The podcast features Kate Kenney, resource development consultant for... - March 29, 2009 - Communities In Schools Of North Carolina