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Deloitte’s Rick Funston to Speak at KC’s Event on Risk Management II: Perspectives on What It Takes to Make It Work on 03/17/2009
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts recently announced that Rick Funston, Principal, Deloitte & Touche LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “Risk Management II: Perspectives on What It Takes to Make It Work”. This two-hour event is scheduled on March 17, 2009, Tuesday, 12:00pm to 2:00pm ET - February 25, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Ernst & Young’s Ladd Muzzy to Speak at KC’s Event on Risk Management II: Perspectives on What It Takes to Make It Work on 03/17/2009
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts recently announced that Ladd Muzzy, Americas Leader, Enterprise Risk Management, Ernst & Young LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “Risk Management II: Perspectives on What It Takes to Make It Work”. This two-hour event is scheduled on March 17, 2009, Tuesday, 12:00pm to 2:00pm ET. - February 25, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
ACN Prepares to Host its Largest Convention as San Diego Venue Sells Out
ACN, the world’s largest direct selling telecommunications company and video phone distributor, will host a historic event to a sold-out crowd in San Diego, California. ACN’s 2009 International Convention will be held February 27 – March 1 at the San Diego Convention... - February 25, 2009 - ACN News
Publishing Innovator Victoria Blake to Show Authors/Publishers New Ways to Think About Book Content
Inventor of the "wovel" -- a serialized novel whose chapters are posted on the Web week by week as readers vote to decide where the story should go -- Victoria Blake of Underland Press will assert that books are not books, but content in book form on February 28th at Arizona Book Publishing Association's (ABPA) annual conference, Realities of Publishing: Preparing for Changes in the Industry http://azbookpub.com/events/annual-conference/. - February 25, 2009 - Arizona Book Publishing Association
As State Economy Suffers, California Non-Profit Gets Creative - House Raffle Provides Critical Funding
California’s economy is at it’s worst, and while most California businesses are feeling the pressure, at least one California non-profit is making their own way instead. DesertArc is a non-profit organization that supports developmentally disabled people in the Coachella valley area. - February 25, 2009 - DesertArc
Hiring a Professional Remodeler Saves Money, Time and Aggravation
Although Americans are tightening their belts during these tough economic times, savvy homeowners know that remodeling projects are a wise investment for the future. Many also recognize that it’s smart to hire a pro instead of undertaking a major do-it-yourself project themselves, according... - February 25, 2009 - National Association of the Remodeling Industry
World-Class Wines Chosen at Virginia Wine Showcase™
People’s Choice Medallions to be Awarded to Eleven Virginia Wines. - February 25, 2009 - Farm Wineries council, Inc.
Bowne & Co., Inc., Leading Provider of Shareholder and Marketing Communications Services Named Sponsor at the Knowledge Congress’ Event on XBRL Part II on 03/18/09
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts has announced today that Bowne & Co., Inc., a leading provider of shareholder and marketing communications services will be a sponsor at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “XBRL Part II Implementation: Are You Ready?”. This 2-hour event is scheduled for March 18, 2008, Wednesday, at 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM ET. - February 25, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
The Wellness Community Offers Personal Training Program for NJ Marathon
If you’ve ever wished you had a personal trainer to help you prepare for a marathon or half marathon, now is your chance. The Wellness Community - Northern Jersey Shore is offering a comprehensive training program to help prepare for the NJ Marathon and the Long Branch Half Marathon in exchange for joining the Strides for Hope- Team Wellness charity marathon training team. All proceeds will support the free programs for people with cancer at The Wellness Community in Eatontown. - February 25, 2009 - The Wellness Community Northern Jersey Shore
Triple Knot Productions Seeks Generous Donors
Triple Knot Productions, a 501 (c) 3, not for profit video production company seeks donations and funding. Triple Knot Productions specializes in documentaries about individuals living with disabilities and how they overcome them. - February 25, 2009 - Triple Knot Productions, Inc
Council for Entrepreneurial Development’s Biotech 2009 Shatters Attendance Record
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 that CED’s Biotech 2009 conference, held Feb. 16-17 at the Raleigh... - February 25, 2009 - CED
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on Statement 142 Mergers and Acquisitions for Non Profits
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, announced today that it has scheduled a live webcast on Statement 142 Mergers and Acquisitions for Non Profits. This two-hour event is scheduled on Thursday, May 4, 2009, at 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM (ET – New York). The... - February 25, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on XBRL Part II Implementation: Are You Ready?
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, announced today that it has scheduled a live webcast on XBRL Part II Implementation: Are You Ready?. This two-hour event is scheduled on Wednesday, March 18, 2009, at 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM (ET – New... - February 25, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
NIKA Becomes First CarbonFree® Certified Water on the Market
Company will also donate 100% of profits to charities providing clean water & sanitation. - February 24, 2009 - Carbonfund.org
What Recession? Tell That to Over 2000 Business Women on BWU
With a global financial crisis, weak exchange rates and an economic melt down, it’s a nervous time for small businesses. As businesswomen across the world are anxiously reviewing their businesses, another group of women have discovered a new way to save money and make their businesses more efficient. Business Women Unite members are pulling together and uniting against the economic down turn, by supporting each others businesses and using their skills set and experiences to help each other out. - February 24, 2009 - Business Women Unite
Doing Good One Search or One Purchase at a Time
What if even a fraction of the $140 billion generated by search engine advertisers* and online shopping was directed towards the prevention of child abuse. That is the concept behind GoodSearch.com a new search engine powered by Yahoo! GoodSearch donates 50% of its revenue, approximately a penny... - February 24, 2009 - Norwalk Exchange Club
Newly Released Bible for Makeup, Hair and Fashion Stylists Gives Primping for Success a Whole New Meaning
The 5th Edition of Crystal Wright's Hair, Makeup & Fashion Styling Career Guide is making waves as it sweeps across the image industries. For more information about the Guide, visit crystalwrightlive {dot} com and click on Books. - February 24, 2009 - Crystal Wright
Andrew Savikas of O'Reilly Media to Show How New Reading Apps Are Changing the Publishing Industry
One of the publishing industry's key thought-leaders, Andrew Savikas of O'Reilly Media, will bring his vision of the future of publishing to Phoenix on February 28th. As one of the lead presenters at Arizona Book Publishing Association's (ABPA) annual conference, Realities of Publishing: Preparing for Changes in the Industry, Savikas will discuss how changing technology is producing Different Distribution Models for content. - February 23, 2009 - Arizona Book Publishing Association
Down Syndrome Affiliates in Action Leaders from Across the Nation Bring a Unified Message to Capitol Hill
The Down Syndrome Affiliates in Action (DSAIA) conference will be convening this week from Wednesday, February 25 to Saturday, February 28 in Washington DC for the third annual gathering of Down syndrome leaders from across the nation. Approximately 300 leaders from 85 Down syndrome organizations... - February 23, 2009 - Down Syndrome Affiliates in Action
Kelly Chicas, Psychotherapist Announces Launch of New Blog, Albuquerque Family Counseling
Kelly Chicas of Albuquerque Family Counseling is committed to assisting the non-traditional individual, couple or family with improving their lives through the addition of the Albuquerque Family Counseling blog. - February 23, 2009 - Albuquerque Family Counseling
Private Main Line Boys School Academic Challenge Team to Compete for County Championship
Devon Prep's Academic Challenge Team wins Semi-Finals; will go on to compete for Chester County title and the opportunity to compete on state level. - February 23, 2009 - Devon Preparatory School
Knoxville Dogwood Arts Festival Announces Major Tree-planting Program
The Knoxville Dogwood Arts Festival has launched "Bazillion Blooms," a dogwood tree planting effort to restore East Tennessee's much-loved tree. The three year dogwood tree restoration effort will help to beautify Knox and surrounding counties and improve the environment. - February 23, 2009 - Bazillion Blooms
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on Avoiding Unfair & Deceptive Marketing Practices for Banks & Credit Unions (UDAP laws)
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, announced today that it has scheduled a live webcast on Avoiding Unfair & Deceptive Marketing Practices for Banks & Credit Unions (UDAP laws). This two-hour event is scheduled on Thursday, March 19, 2009, at 3:00... - February 23, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on Risk Management II - Practical Guidelines
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, announced today that it has scheduled a live webcast on Risk Management II - Practical Guidelines. This two-hour event is scheduled on Tuesday, March 17, 2009, at 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM (ET – New York). Risk Management... - February 23, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Arizona Women's Expo Tickets Now on Sale
First 10,000 Attendees to Receive Complimentary Gift Bags. - February 23, 2009 - Women's Expo
Gospel Recording Artist, Youth Pastor Willie S. Sanders Selects Picayune, Mississippi for Southern District Youth Conference
Pastor Sanders Stimulus Plan Geared Toward the Youth. With so much of the countries attention centered around the newly appointed President Barrack Obama and his highly anticipated Stimulus Plan. Recording artist and Youth Pastor, Willie S. Sanders focus continues to be on the future, our youth. - February 23, 2009 - Pastor Sanders
LayZgreenPeople and YouTube Celebrities Launch a Website for the Individual with Green Deficit Disorder
"Comedy Central meets the Environment." LayZgreenPeople.com targets the beginner level Green person who may not frequent Green websites, but is well-intentioned and wants to do more for the Environment. - February 22, 2009 - LayZgreenPeople.com
Jack and Jill of America Foundation, Inc. Taps Non-Profit Veteran as Its Executive Director
Pier A. Hickman Blake named Foundation's new Executive Director and Chief Development Officer. - February 22, 2009 - Jack and Jill of America Foundation, Inc.
Recession-Proof Remodel: the Wine Room
NARI remodelers find homeowners requesting wine rooms so they can enjoy their favorite vintages at home. - February 22, 2009 - National Association of the Remodeling Industry
Additional Sponsors Signed for 2009 A Toast to the Triangle
Mary Freeman, president and CEO of the Tammy Lynn Center for Developmental Disabilities, is proud to announce the additional financial sponsors signed for the 24th annual A Toast to the Triangle™. The Toast, the Center’s largest fundraising event, offers guests samples from nearly 40 of... - February 22, 2009 - A Toast To The Triangle
Triangle Commercial Real Estate Women (TCREW) Announces 2009 Board of Directors
Triangle Commercial Real Estate Women (TCREW) (www.trianglecrew.org), an organization which provides a forum for fostering relationships among commercial real estate women professionals in the Triangle market, has announced its 2009 board of directors. The selected officers will be responsible for... - February 22, 2009 - Triangle Commercial Real Estate Women
New Release: In the Realm of God, a Miraculous Visit from Jesus
New Amazon Kindle Release: In The Realm of God This is a True Story based on a Divine Manifestation that occurred in 1998, where Author Victorya came face to face with Jesus. His Message on Forgiveness. A Three Fold Controversial Story on Spirituality, Inspiration and NV. Mental Health Law. - February 22, 2009 - Messages of Faith Ministry
Recession Cafe Opens Its Doors for Discussion
From today, a new online destination for anyone affected by the current recession opens its doors for topical discussion on themes like redundancy, debt, house prices, economics, job hunting and other credit crunch related issues. - February 22, 2009 - Recession cafe
EDSPA Comments on Octuplet Birth
Published research confirms that these guidelines set out by ASRM and SART have led to a marked reduction in the number of high order multiple births. - February 21, 2009 - EDSPA
Ministrelli Women’s Heart Center to be Heart Check Up Sponsor for American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women Luncheon, Feb. 25
First and only cardiac center in Michigan designed expressly for the prevention, diagnosis and research of women’s heart disease, will provide health screening at the event. - February 21, 2009 - Beaumont Foundation
Facing Clouds of Burnout in This Economic Climate
The present crisis in the economy is bringing more pressure on workers and more opportunity to succumb to classic burnout. - February 21, 2009 - Harvest Fields Commissioning International
Communities in Schools of North Carolina Releases Podcast on Kramden Institute Partnership
Communities In Schools of North Carolina (CISNC) (www.cisnc.org) has announced the formal release of an audio podcast featuring Linda Harrill, president and CEO of CISNC, and Mark Dibner, executive director of Kramden Institute. In the podcast, Harrill and Dibner discuss why the organizations... - February 21, 2009 - Communities In Schools Of North Carolina
The Funny Side of Sobriety
Tune in to www.voiceamerica.com, Health and Wellness channel to hear Jack Lynch’s interview – and many other intriguing interviews. One Hour at a Time with Mary Woods airs Mondays at 3pm EST, with all previous shows available for download at any time. - February 21, 2009 - WestBridge Community Services
mumms® Software Announces Major Program Update - PAS™ Version 12.0.0
Now more than ever, data collection and reporting is essential in managing a successful hospice organization. In response to this increasing need, mumms® Software is announcing a major update to its Patient Activity and Statistics (PAS™) program. PAS™ 12.0.0 will be provided to all... - February 21, 2009 - mumms Software
HSPI Hosts Policy & Research Forum Discussion: Homeland Security Priorities for the 111th Congress
GW’s Homeland Security Policy Institute (HSPI) will host a Policy and Research Forum Discussion to address key Homeland Security priorities for the 111th Congress. This discussion is part of the HSPI Policy and Research Forum Series, which is designed to spotlight cutting-edge policy... - February 21, 2009 - George Washington University Homeland Security Policy Institute
Legends and Innovators Incl. Ali and Ludacris Honored @ the Inaugural … Legacy of Firsts: Bridging Generations of Leadership
AQUA-LYNK.com Project: The Butler Street YMCA celebrated its 114-year-old heritage of leadership with Atlanta’s “leading men and women” on Saturday, January 31, 2009. “It was a pleasure to be part of this historic event for the Y and the community at large. Butler Street YMCA has been known for community and business leadership throughout the years, and the direction of Legacy of Firsts is yet another bold step in that direction,” according to Xernona Clayton, Founder, of the Trumpet Awards. - February 21, 2009 - Butler Street YMCA
The Great Rock & Roll Kindle - Free Speech Has a Revival Through Eternal Youth Empire
Thanks to IT Companies like Supremus Group, independent writers and publishers can now easily and economically make their publications available on Kindle. Even dead rock stars like Kurt Cobain are being resurrected on this revolutionary device. - February 20, 2009 - Eternal Youth Empire
Georgia Residents Lobby Congress to Fight Arthritis
Key Arthritis Advocates from all over Ga. will be on Capitol Hill from March 2-4, 2009 as part of the Arthritis Foundation’s 11th annual Advocacy and Kids’ Summit. Several Georgia children and adults who have arthritis will meet with members of Congress to let them know that more needs... - February 20, 2009 - Arthritis Foundation Georgia Chapter
Energy Star Celebration, Westland Michigan
D’Orazio Contracting Corporation celebrates their ENERGY STAR status. Maintaining commitment to encourage all Americans to join with millions of others and take small steps that make a big difference in the fight against global warming. - February 20, 2009 - D'Orazio Contracting Corp.
Witness the Adventures of Annie Oakley Come to Life at the Independence Visitor Center
Families and visitors of all ages are invited to join the Independence Visitor Center on March 13, 2009, from 11 am to 1 pm to witness the life of Annie Oakley, reenacted by a historical interpreter. Annie will amaze and entertain attendees with tales of her shooting skills and adventures. This... - February 20, 2009 - Independence Visitor Center
Collegiate News Stories Wanted for Cash Prizes
Washington D.C. journalism institute seeks entries for the 2009 Robert Novak Collegiate Award. - February 20, 2009 - The Fund for American Studies
News Stories Wanted, $30,000 Cash Prizes to be Awarded
Washington D.C. journalism institute seeks entries for professional and collegiate journalism awards. - February 20, 2009 - The Fund for American Studies
ARISE Foundation Announces the Creation of an Exciting Series of New, Eye-Opening Motivational Posters, Each Featuring an Important for At-Risk Youth.
Posters offer straightforward messages on essential subjects such as drug abuse, dropout and domestic violence prevention. - February 20, 2009 - ARISE Foundation
Who Will be 2009 Travel Pub Quiz Champions? Will Anyone be Able to Triumph Over the Geniuses at Hotels.com?
The Family Holiday Association and ABTA Greater London Region are calling for travel companies to sign up to compete on 18 March in London in the annual Travel Pub Quiz held in aid of the holiday charity that gives a break to disadvantaged children. In 2008, the Hotels.com Wake Up Happy! Team... - February 20, 2009 - Family Holiday Association
NPSA Partners with Revelation Media
The National Portable Storage Association partners with Revelation Media Networks to offer preferred pricing on marketing, PR and web services. - February 20, 2009 - National Portable Storage Association