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Most Successful Viral Campaign in the History of Indian Digital Marketing
Within five days of its launch, the ‘Help Bihar’ campaign achieved an overwhelming response and support. Executed for resource mobilization campaign for Plan India with concept and design by Quasar media, this innovative promotion is the most successful viral campaign in the history of... - September 19, 2008 - Plan India
Accenture to Sponsor the National Association of Minority and Women Owned Law Firms' Annual Meeting & Law Firm Expo
Accenture (NYSE: ACN) will sponsor the National Association of Minority and Women Owned Law Firms’ (NAMWOLF) fourth Annual Meeting and Law Firm Expo, which will be held on November 13 – 14 in Dallas, Texas. Accenture recently became a Diamond Sponsor of NAMWOLF’s Annual... - September 19, 2008 - National Association of Minority and Women-Owned Law Firms
Thousands Gather for Urban Planning Conference in Hollywood
Los Angeles, CA, September 16, 2008 — The 2008 State Conference for the California Chapter of the American Planning Association (APACA) will take over Hollywood & Highland and the Renaissance Hollywood Hotel, September 21-24, 2008, with attendance expected to top 2,000 urban planning professionals from across the State. The Conference will be held over four-days and will focus on the walkability of America's 2nd largest city and the Hollywood entertainment district. - September 19, 2008 - American Planning Association California
Two More Concerts in the 2008 White Park Concert Series Brings Hot Cars & Hot Sounds to Downtown Riverside
Free community event in Downtown Riverside featuring the Cadillac Cats and recording artist JD Priest live at White Park. - September 19, 2008 - Riverside Downtown Partnership
H.E.A.L. Global Introduces First Ever “euSocial” Media Network—HEAL My Body™
Social media platform brings total wellness under a single umbrella. - September 19, 2008 - HEAL (Health Empowerment Access Links) Global, Inc.
Free Webinar Helps Teachers Recognize Tourette Syndrome in the Classroom
Group behind the world's first TS DNA Sharing Repository aims to assist educators help children with Tourette Syndrome. - September 19, 2008 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
KOSBE Web Site for Small Business Owners Updated to Include B2B and Minority Business e-Directories
The Kingsport Office of Small Business Development and Entrepreneurship (KOSBE) has substantially enhanced its web site to include a custom illustrated profile avatar named ‘Melissa’, Business to Business e-Directory, Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) Online Directory, Listing of Help... - September 19, 2008 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
Napo-DFW Encourages Americans to Get Ready During National Preparedness Month Thursday, September 25, 2008 NAPO DFW Meeting
The National Association of Professional Organizers, D/FW Chapter is proud to participate in the 5th Annual Prepardness Month (NPM)in September. Sponsored by the Department of Homeland Security's Ready Campaign, NPM is a nationwide effort designed to increase awareness as well as encourage individuals, families, businesses and communities to take action and prepare for emergencies. - September 19, 2008 - NAPO Dallas/Fort Worth
Run 3k at The Travel Convention to Give Kids a Break
The Family Holiday Association is challenging Travel Convention delegates to take part in a 3km fun run while in Gran Canaria to raise funds to help disadvantaged families with young children have a break away by the sea. - September 19, 2008 - Family Holiday Association
Ronald L. Durkin, CPA/CFF, CFE, CIRA, Senior Managing Director, Durkin Forensic to Speak at KC’s Event on Anti-Fraud Guidelines on 12/12/2008
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webinars announced today that Ronald L. Durkin, CPA/CFF, CFE, CIRA, Senior Managing Director of Durkin Forensic will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webinar entitled: “Anti-Fraud Guidelines for Financial... - September 19, 2008 - The Knowledge Group
Citi to Provide Financial Health Content to New Social Media Wellness Company
Partnership between social media wellness company, HEAL Global, and financial leader will deliver financial guidance to those in need. - September 18, 2008 - HEAL (Health Empowerment Access Links) Global, Inc.
Honor Society Donates $2,500 to University of Iowa Scholarship Fund
The National Society of Collegiate Scholars (NSCS) made a $2,500 donation to The University of Iowa’s scholarship fund. The donation is part of the Inspire Integrity Awards, an NSCS faculty award to professors who instill integrity in their students. Iowa professor Linda Bolton received the... - September 18, 2008 - The National Society of Collegiate Scholars
Brighton Center Increases Awareness of Children’s Needs Through National Step Up for Kids Event
Presentation Addresses Poverty, Education and Health Issues Affecting America’s Children. - September 18, 2008 - Brighton Center
Child Alert Center Charities Announces Missing Child Recovery Aid Service for Active Military
Child Alert Center Charities will provide donated registrations. - September 18, 2008 - Child Alert Center Charities
Make Mine A Million $ Business™ Releases Podcast on Details of Inaugural North Carolina Event
Mary Cantando, coordinator for the North Carolina Make Mine a Million $ Business™ (www.makemineamillion.org) event, has announced the release of a podcast discussing what women business owners can expect at the inaugural North Carolina Make Mine a Million $ Business™ event, which will... - September 18, 2008 - Make Mine A Million $ Business
HSFA Announces New Quarterly Publication, Awareness: Journal of Public Safety Studies in America
Important public safety information and helpful tips from industry and academic experts on how Americans can address a number of social issues, including disasters, routine crime, terrorism, energy conservation, green living and more. - September 18, 2008 - Homeland Security Foundation of America
Valpo-Fest Motorcycle/Car Show Supports Children of the Fallen; September Event to Benefit Children of Fallen Troops
Valpo-Fest Motorcycle/Car show event will feature a Motorcycle Show, Car show, Swap Meet, Tattoo Show, Live Music and more. A portion of the proceeds will benefit OperationChristmas.org for children of Fallen Troops. - September 17, 2008 - Operation Ensuring Christmas, Inc.
Corporate America Votes: McCain Better for Business
As presidential race heats up, employees are feeling political pressure at work. - September 17, 2008 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
Brian Rubin, Partner, Sutherland Asbill & Brennan LLP to Speak at KC’s Event on Regulation S-P LIVE Webinar on 11/19/08
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webinars announced today that Brian Rubin, a partner at Sutherland Asbill & Brennan LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webinar entitled “Understanding Regulation S-P Privacy of Consumer Financial... - September 17, 2008 - The Knowledge Group
ChurchNet USA Announces Online Church Resource Site Featuring Expanded Tools and Services for Churches and Faith-Based Ministries
The innovative website, which acts as a national "one-stop" portal for religious organizations, is focused on supporting the administrative needs of churches and faith-based ministries and can be found at www.churchnetusa.com. - September 17, 2008 - BizCentral USA
CharityNet USA Announces Strategic Marketing Services for Charities and Churches
CharityNet USA, a subsidiary of BizCentral USA, the web’s leading source of business services for the nonprofit sector, is proud to announce its newly redesigned marketing program for nonprofits. - September 17, 2008 - BizCentral USA
CA, Inc. Sponsors Anita Borg Institute for Women and Technology
CA Actively Supporting Grace Hopper Celebration of Women in Computing. - September 17, 2008 - Anita Borg Institute
Libel Tourism or Libel Terrorism
Libel Tourism or Libel Terrorism: A Problem and Tentative Solutions in the Wake of the Ehrenfeld Case. This Thursday September 18, Daniel J. Kornstein counsel to Dr. Rachel Ehrenfeld to co present Cle course at The Institute of American and Talmudic Law (IAT Law). Super Lawyer Daniel J. Kornstein... - September 17, 2008 - The Institute of American & Talmudic Law
Humanity First to Aid Hurricane Ike Victims
Sunday saw great devastation in Texas and other southern parts of the country when Hurricane Ike made landfall. Sweeping first through the Caribbean and claiming 80 lives, the category 2 storm proceeded into the Gulf, submerging Galveston followed by mainland Texas, Louisiana, and Arkansas. With... - September 17, 2008 - Humanity First
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webinar on Rule 163 New Rules for Bond Insurers
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, announced today that it has scheduled a live webcast on Rule 163 New Rules for Bond Insurers. This two-hour event is scheduled on Monday, March 30, 2009, at 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM (ET – New York). In an effort to... - September 17, 2008 - The Knowledge Group
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webinar on AS No. 5
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webinars, announced today that it has scheduled a live webinar on AS No. 5. This two-hour event is scheduled on Friday, January 30, 2009, at 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM (ET – New York). Recently, the PCAOB issued AS No. 5, which... - September 17, 2008 - The Knowledge Group
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webinar on Anti-Fraud Guidelines for Financial Institutions
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webinars, announced today that it has scheduled a live webinar on Anti-Fraud Guidelines for Financial Institutions. This two-hour event is scheduled on Friday, December 12, 2008, at 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM (ET – New York). All... - September 17, 2008 - The Knowledge Group
Jeanne M. Schuster, Executive Director, Exempt Organization Tax Services, Ernst & Young LLP to Speak at KC’s Event on Form 990 Update on 11/7/2008
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webinars announced today that Jeanne M. Schuster, Executive Director, Exempt Organization Tax Services of Ernst & Young LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webinar entitled: “Form 990 Update”. - September 17, 2008 - The Knowledge Group
Barry C. Hawkins, Partner, Chair, UPMIFA Drafting Committee, Shipman & Goodwin, LLP to Speak at KC’s Event on FSP FAS 117-1 on 11/14/2008
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webinars announced today that Barry C. Hawkins, Partner, Chair, UPMIFA Drafting Committee of Shipman & Goodwin, LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webinar entitled: “FSP FAS 117-1: Net Asset... - September 17, 2008 - The Knowledge Group
Online Club LaBourse Holiday Weeks
Club LaBourse Rolls Out Holiday Weeks Online Trial. - September 17, 2008 - Club LaBourse Oceania Pty Ltd
AAFR: Skyrocketing Senior Citizen Bankruptcies "A National Disgrace"
Bankruptcies among senior citizens are soaring, due largely to health-related issues. As a result, many seniors are being forced to spend the rest of their lives in poverty. AAFR, the American Association of Future Retirees, has branded the trend "a national disgrace" and called upon legislators to deal decisively with its root causes. - September 16, 2008 - American Association of Future Retirees
Learn Green / Live Green Announces Inaugural Event to Promote Eco-Friendly Family Lifestyle Options
Northeast Ohio Event to Raise Money for The Allergy and Asthma Foundation of America. - September 16, 2008 - Learn Green / Live Green
Baltimore Medical System Selects TFactor to Provide Training Solution
Baltimore Medical System upgrades staff training with TFactor’s KnowledgePortal360 enterprise Learning Management System. - September 15, 2008 - TFactor Inc
CharityNet USA Strategies Result in 2000 Nonprofit Success Stories
CharityNet USA, the nonprofit subsidiary of BizCentral USA, is celebrating their contribution to the accomplishments of over 2000 nonprofit organizations with the development of a redesigned website and implementation of an innovative support program aimed at increasing the development of vital... - September 15, 2008 - BizCentral USA
The Great American Small Business Challenge
Small business owners can receive free software, online training and support to help them gain the essential leadership skills needed to turn their business into a rewarding, profit generating enterprise. - September 15, 2008 - The Great American Small Business Challenge
More Than $200,000 Raised for Access to Health Care Fund
The Eastern North Carolina Chapter of the National MS Society Rasied more than $200,000 at its annual Dinner of Champions held September 4. - September 15, 2008 - National Multiple Sclerosis Society Eastern North Carolina Chapter
Habitat for Humanity Introduces New Name to Community
Habitat for Humanity of Moore County is on the move and is introducing a new name to the community. The local Habitat affiliate will now be known as Habitat for Humanity of the NC Sandhills. The Moore affiliate has expanded its service area to include Richmond County and has built five homes in that county since 2005. With the new affiliation will come more opportunities to combine services and meet the needs for more families. - September 14, 2008 - Habitat for Humanity of the NC Sandhills
Greater Baltimore Board of Realtors® Charitable Foundation Donates $1,000 Toward Rebuilding Playground at Stadium Place
The Greater Baltimore Board of REALTORS® Charitable Foundation is making an emergency donation of $1,000 toward the rebuilding of Baltimore’s Playground at Stadium Place, which was ravaged by a fire on September 9. The GBBR Charitable Foundation is issuing a challenge to other area... - September 14, 2008 - Greater Baltimore Board of REALTORS
NJCTS Helps Teachers Understand Tourette Syndrome on September 26th
New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome offers teachers and other education professionals strategies on identifying the signs of Tourette Syndrome and helping children with TS coping skills. - September 14, 2008 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
ARISE Foundation Receives Grant for Video Equipment from Key Biscayne Rotary Club
ARISE will use the grant from the Rotary Club to purchase a new video camera in order to better train their staff of Life Skills Instructors, and as a way to provide streaming video and webinars to its website. - September 14, 2008 - ARISE Foundation
Worlds of Discovery Parks in Florida Join Cause for Vacation Rental Awareness
Leading theme park brand partners with Discover Vacation Homes to support national awareness of Orlando vacation home rentals. - September 14, 2008 - Discover Vacation Homes
NJCTS Presents Workshop for Teachers on Understanding Tourette Syndrome on September 25th
New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome offers teachers and other education professionals strategies on identifying the signs of Tourette Syndrome and helping children with TS coping skills. - September 14, 2008 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Walk/Run/Bike-a-Thon for Small Minds That Matter
Stroke Awareness Organization Walks in Solidarity with National Stomp Out Sickle Cell. - September 14, 2008 - Minds that Matter- The Morris Foundation for Pediatric Neurology
International Affairs Council Announces Citizen of the World Event Co-Chairs
Todd Culpepper, executive director of the International Affairs Council (IAC) (www.iacnc.org), has announced that Sepi Asefnia, president of SEPI Engineering Group, and Patty Briguglio, president of MMI Associates, Inc., have been named co-chairs for the organization’s 2008 Citizen of the... - September 14, 2008 - International Affairs Council
“History Happens!” at the Mesa Historical Museum
The Mesa Historical Museum has started its first annual campaign. For over 40 years, the Mesa Historical Museum has been the leading organization in Mesa preserving and sharing who we are, where we come from and what we may become. To continue the tradition of relevant programming and expand our... - September 13, 2008 - Mesa Historical Society and Museum
Hermosa Beach Soccer Club Establishes Charity Foundation - HBSC Charitable Foundation to Benefit to At-Risk Youth
The Hermosa Beach Soccer Club today announced that it has established the HBSC Charitable Foundation. - September 13, 2008 - Hermosa Beach Soccer Club
NAFA’s Canadian Fleet Management Seminar is Completely Sold Out
Interest in NAFA’s educational programs remains at an all-time high with the announcement that the Canadian Fleet Management Seminar has completely sold out. - September 13, 2008 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Decorated Vietnam War Hero to Speak at the Business Club of the Triangle in September
Clebe McClary to be featured speaker at BCA Triangle Breakfast on September 19. - September 13, 2008 - Business Clubs of the Triangle
Brighton Center Hosts Step Up for Kids Day
A Nationwide, Non-Partisan Event Designed to Draw Public Attention to Issues Affecting America’s Children. - September 13, 2008 - Brighton Center
Gov. Michael F. Easley Welcomes Make Mine A Million $ Business Event to North Carolina
Mary Cantando, coordinator for the North Carolina Make Mine a Million $ Business™ (www.makemineamillion.org) event, has announced that North Carolina Governor Michael F. Easley and the state of North Carolina have issued a letter of welcome to the organization’s inaugural North Carolina... - September 13, 2008 - Make Mine A Million $ Business