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TechBiz Connection’s Expert Panel to Reveal Small Business Sales Strategies for Fast Growth
TechBiz Connection (http://www.techbizconnection.org) will host a distinguished panel of business leaders and innovators who will reveal how small businesses can grow sales revenue while averting shrinking profitability on Wednesday, September 17 from 6:00 to 9:00 PM at TechSpace on 65 Enterprise... - September 07, 2008 - TechBiz Connection
Explorers of Electronic Space Music Perform at Urban Laboratory Arcosanti
The Cosanti Foundation presents a Different Skies Electronic Music Festival concert and dinner on Saturday, September 20, 2008. - September 07, 2008 - Cosanti Foundation
Break-Out Session to Discuss Prenatal Testing at Down Syndrome Affiliates in Action Conference 2009
Affiliates in Action consists of Down syndrome affiliate leaders across the nation dedicated to serving Down syndrome organizations through collaboration, resource sharing, and networking. - September 07, 2008 - Down Syndrome Affiliates in Action
Real Estate Professionals and Virtual Assistants… a Match Made in Heaven
Virtual Assistance Chamber of Commerce announces Christine Wade as new Real Estate Industry Liaison. - September 07, 2008 - Virtual Assistant Chamber of Commerce
The Congress of the Union of the Mediation Centers in Romania "Mediation – Turning Disputes Into Opportunities"
The Union of the Mediation Centers in Romania organizes the 2nd Congress of mediation in Romania, in Bucharest, during the 19th – the 20th of September 2008. - September 07, 2008 - The Union of the Mediation Centers in Romania
North Carolina Make Mine A Million $ Business™ Event Invites South Carolina Women Entrepreneurs
Mary Cantando, coordinator for the North Carolina Make Mine a Million $ Business™ (www.makemineamillion.org) event, has announced that the organization is now accepting applications from South Carolina women business owners for its first North Carolina event, which will be held on Tuesday,... - September 07, 2008 - Make Mine A Million $ Business
BBB Connecticut Offers Tips for Buying a Used Car
Growing number of consumers opting to trade-in gas-guzzlers for used vehicles. - September 07, 2008 - Better Business Bureau CT
Morton Grove Action Party's 2nd Annual Jack O'Brien Golf Outing Coming Soon
The 2nd Annual Action Party of Morton Grove - Jack O'Brien Memorial Golf Outing is scheduled for Sunday, September 21, 2008 at the Mt. Prospect Golf Course which is located at 600 S. See-Gwun Avenue in Mt. Prospect, IL 60056. - September 06, 2008 - Action Party of Morton Grove
Poverty and Education Event in Colorado Connects with Kids in Central America
Join friends and neighbors from across your community and all the way from Nicaragua in celebrating education and hope at the 5th annual Fiesta de Esperanza. Empowerment International (EI), a nonprofit organization helping impoverished children receive an education, is holding their annual silent... - September 06, 2008 - Empowerment Intl.
New Hamner-UNC Center for Drug Safety Sciences
The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill announced they are establishing a joint Center for Drug Safety Sciences that will be led by Dr. Paul Watkins, one of the world’s leading experts in drug-induced liver injury. As founding director for... - September 06, 2008 - The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences
International Affairs Council Announces 2008 Citizen of the World Award Dinner
Todd Culpepper, executive director of the International Affairs Council (IAC) (www.iacnc.org), has announced that the 2008 Citizen of the World Award Dinner will be held on Thursday, Oct. 16 from 6- 9 p.m. at the Brier Creek Country Club in Raleigh. At the dinner, the IAC presents the Citizen of... - September 06, 2008 - International Affairs Council
Carmelite Science-Fiction Thriller
Author Lynden Rodriguez has written a science-fiction thriller entitled Drumwall. This is Ms. Rodriguez’s first novel about a mining colony on the planet Cumaro, beginning with the arrival of a new parish priest. Father Andrew Zamora discovers that his predecessor may have met a terrible... - September 06, 2008 - Lynden Rodriguez, OCDS
Hermosa Beach Soccer Club Enters Into Agreement with Prep Sportswear
The Hermosa Beach Soccer Club (www.HermosaBeachSoccerClub.com) today announced that it has entered into an exclusive co-branding arrangement with Prep Sportswear (www.prepsportswear.com), an on-demand retail platform offering personalized products and the Web’s largest school and team sports... - September 06, 2008 - Hermosa Beach Soccer Club
Colorado BioScience Association Seeks Region’s Top Innovators for Venture Showcase Competition at 2008 BioWest Conference & Expo
The organizers of BioWest 2008 are again looking for the best bioscience start-ups in the region as candidates for the $10,000 Dorsey & Whitney Venture Showcase Award. Six companies will be chosen to present at the showcase on Thursday, November 13, 2008, and will be judged by a panel of national venture capitalists. Deadline for entry is Monday, October 1. - September 06, 2008 - Colorado BioScience Association
Kern Schools Federal Credit Union Launches CULearn Training Portal Powered by KnowledgePortal360
CULearn Training Portal for staff and members goes live powered by TFactor’s enterprise Learning Management System. - September 05, 2008 - TFactor Inc
Women Business Owners Announces Convention Ticket Give-A-Way Contest
Enter WBO's Convention Ticket Give-A-Way Contest today. - September 05, 2008 - Women Business Owners
Tillman Troops.org™ Joined Forces to Assist with Injured Soldiers from Iraq and Afghanistan
Tillman Troops.org™ Announces that it has joined forces with Toby Keith’s TKO Management and Local Companies to Honor 4 injured service members of the Houston Area on Sept 6th. - September 05, 2008 - Tillman Troops
Study: Most University Students Self-Report Discomfort, Pain Due to Backpack Usage
Approximately 85 percent of university students self-report discomfort and pain associated with backpack usage, according to research conducted at Boston University. This study confirms assertions occupational therapy practitioners make annually on National School Backpack Awareness Day, this year... - September 05, 2008 - American Occupational Therapy Association
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webinar on SQCS No. 7 Managing Your Quality Control Systems
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webinars, announced today that it has scheduled a live webinar on SQCS No. 7 Managing Your Quality Control Systems. This two-hour event is scheduled on Tuesday, February 10th, 2009, at 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM (ET – New York). The... - September 05, 2008 - The Knowledge Group
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webinar on FSP FAS 117-1: Net Asset Classification and Enhanced Disclosures for All Endowment Funds
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webinars, announced today that it has scheduled a live webinar on FSP FAS 117-1: Net Asset Classification and Enhanced Disclosures for All Endowment Funds. This two-hour event is scheduled on Friday, November 14, 2008, at 1:00 PM to... - September 05, 2008 - The Knowledge Group
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webinar on Form 990 Update
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webinars, announced today that it has scheduled a live webinar on Form 990 Update. This two-hour event is scheduled on Friday, November 7, 2008, at 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM (ET – New York). A new version of Form 990 was issued by... - September 05, 2008 - The Knowledge Group
Action Party of Morton Grove Seeks Candidates
The Action Party of Morton Grove is once again following a long-standing tradition of reaching out into the community and asking all civic-minded citizens in Morton Grove to consider screening for elective office in the municipal government. - September 04, 2008 - Action Party of Morton Grove
Virtual Teams Now a Reality
Two out of Three Companies Say They Will Rely More on Virtual Teams in the Future. - September 04, 2008 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
UVA Student Receives $7,000 Scholar at Sea Award
The National Society of Collegiate Scholars (NSCS) has awarded Sarah Brown its Scholar at Sea Award. The $ 7,000 scholarship will partially cover her participation in the Semester at Sea program, which allows students to visit nearly a dozen countries while studying on a sailing campus. Brown is a... - September 04, 2008 - The National Society of Collegiate Scholars
UCLA Student Receives $5000 Study Abroad Scholarship
The National Society of Collegiate Scholars (NSCS) has awarded Tina Ngo the NSCS Scholar Abroad Scholarship for the fall semester. Ngo, a senior in the political science and East Asian studies program, will spend a year in Japan studying Japanese politics, history and foreign policy. “We... - September 04, 2008 - The National Society of Collegiate Scholars
Rabbi’s Approach to Interfaith Weddings Hits Home with Couples, as Demand for Services Increases
When Rabbi David S. Gruber of Frisco, Texas, a northern suburb of Dallas, started officiating at interfaith weddings he had no idea how great the need was. Having launched his website www.interfaithweddingrabbi.net in December of 2007, Gruber has worked with or is working with about twenty five... - September 04, 2008 - Bar & Bat Mitzvahs Rabbi
Florida–3 Airboat Search and Rescue Joins Search for Caylee Anthony
At the request of Texas EquuSearch, FL-3 Airboat Search and Rescue assisted in the Labor Day weekend search for Caylee Anthony. - September 04, 2008 - Florida-3 Airboat Search and Rescue
Connecticut BBB Issues Report on Top Ten Types of Businesses with Most Complaints
Numbers show consumers inquire and file complaints about different business sectors. - September 04, 2008 - Better Business Bureau CT
Insurance Agents United Association HomeCheckUp Programs Expands Nationally
The Insurance Agents United Association (IAUA) has contracted with Alliance Adjustment. - September 03, 2008 - Insurance Agents United Association
NPSA Conference Features Renowned Business Ethics Expert
Marianne Jennings, a professor of legal and ethical studies in business at Arizona State University, will share wisdom for practical ethical issues at the 6th Annual NPSA Conference. - September 03, 2008 - National Portable Storage Association
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Member, Dave Mason to Perform in Ventura, CA
Hall of Fame member, Dave Mason to perform in concert on, Saturday, September 27, 2008, at 7:30pm, at the historic "Lodge”, 11 S. Ash St, Ventura, CA, and will benefit Project Encore. - September 02, 2008 - Zoey's Live Productions
PKS Kids Announces 2nd Annual Charity Bike Run Event: Proceeds Will Support Children with Rare Genetic Disorder
PKS Kids (www.pkskids.net) today announced their 2nd Annual Charity Bike Run in support of children with a rare chromosomal disorder, Pallister-Killian Syndrome (PKS). The event will be held on Saturday September 6th, 2008 at 12:00 pm (rain date September 7, 2008) at the Double R Bar, 24 Lowell... - September 02, 2008 - GraysonZanePR
Tigerlily Foundation Founder, Maimah Karmo, Young Survivor of Breast Cancer Given "Heart of Courage Award" for Advocacy Efforts
Tigerlily Foundation (Tigerlily)’s founder was the honor of the Courage Award by the Liberian Image Awards (LIA) on August 30, 2008. Held at Bethesda Theatre, located at 7719 Wisconsin Avenue, Bethesda, MD, the theme of the event was "Embrace & Inspire Creativity in the Liberian... - September 02, 2008 - Tigerlily Foundation
September Series "Walking with Faith in a Fear Filled World" at Sacred Center New York by Nationally Recognized Speaker and Best Selling Author August Gold
New exciting and life changing talks by August Gold during the month of September at Sacred Center New York, the fastest growing spiritual center in the US. - September 01, 2008 - Sacred Center New York
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webinar on Statement 157 Fair Value Accounting and Its Critical Impact on Your Business
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webinars, announced today that it has scheduled a live webinar on Statement 157 Fair Value Accounting and Its Critical Impact on Your Business. This two-hour event is scheduled on Tuesday, January 20th, 2009, at 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM (EST – New York). - September 01, 2008 - The Knowledge Group
Charitii.com Launches Free Charity Word Game to Donate Clean Drinking Water
Every correct word will donate five ounces of clean drinking water to the charity: water nonprofit organization. - September 01, 2008 - Charitii.com
Social Networking for European Disabled
DisEuropa.eu - a new social networking website especially for disabled Europeans has been launched this week. - August 31, 2008 - DisEuropa
Me Fine Foundation, Inc. Named Company Charity of Choice for Smithfield’s Chicken ‘N Bar-B-Q
Lori K. Lee, executive director of Me Fine Foundation, Inc. (www.mefinefoundation.org), has announced that the organization has been named company charity of choice for Smithfield’s Chicken ‘N Bar-B-Q (SCNB), North Carolina’s largest barbecue chain restaurant. As SCNB’s... - August 31, 2008 - Me Fine Foundation, Inc.
Stanton Lions Provide Vision Care for 2008-2009 School Year
Stanton Lions provide eye care to needy children. - August 31, 2008 - Stanton Lions Club
Entertainment Industry Gives Back to the Kids
200 representatives from the entertainment industry raised $70,000 in one evening at The Cynopsis Foundation Charity Dinner and Auction at Chelsea Pier Sixty. 100% of the funds raised will go to Kids In Need and EarthEcho, two charities dedicated to enhancing and improving the lives of generations to come. - August 31, 2008 - The Cynopsis Foundation, Inc
IMC-USA Expresses Alarm at Anti-Christian Violence in Orissa; Demands the State and Central Governments to Act Immediately
Indian Muslim Council-USA (IMC-USA), an advocacy group working toward safeguarding India’s pluralist and tolerant ethos, denounces in the strongest terms, the ongoing massacre of Christians and the killing of the Hindutva leader in the Indian state of Orissa. According to news reports,... - August 30, 2008 - Indian Muslim Council-USA
The Ophelia Project Begins Pilot Project Addressing Cyberbullying
The Ophelia Project will launch a pilot project that addresses cyberbullying at three Erie County schools during September. This pilot project, developed by cyberbullying consultant Erika Dauber and Ophelia staff, will raise awareness about cyberbullying and provide teachers and students with... - August 30, 2008 - The Ophelia Project
Speaking Of Women’s Health Names Luncheon Keynote Speaker
Dr. Lisa Roberts, co-chair of Raleigh’s Speaking of Women’s Health Conference (www.swhraleigh.com) and president and CEO of Gynecology & Laparoscopic Surgeons, PC (www.glsi.info), has announced that Linda Larsen, a professional who helps people increase communication and self-esteem... - August 30, 2008 - Speaking of Women's Health
BizCentral USA Strategies Help Make Dreams a Reality for Small Business Owners
BizCentral USA is celebrating their contribution to the accomplishments of over 500 small businesses with the development of a redesigned website featuring enhanced products and features. Since 2005, BizCentral has been dedicated to helping small businesses achieve success. Offering a variety of... - August 30, 2008 - BizCentral USA
Weizmann Institute of Science Annual Dinner to be held Sept. 20: Northfield’s Theodore F. Perlman to Receive 2008 Leadership Award
Plans to endow first Chicago professional chair to be announced at event, which also celebrates 75 year association of Chicago with Weizmann. - August 30, 2008 - Weizmann Institute of Science / ACWIS
Mother and Child Survival Project Showing Success in the Democratic Republic of Congo
An effort to save the lives of mothers and children in the DR Congo, where maternal and infant mortality rates are among the highest in the world, is showing signs of success. - August 30, 2008 - IMA World Health
End Malaria – Blue Ribbon Campaign Engages Families from Lesoma Village in Botswana
Botswana and United States teachers and students are working together with the support of the American Embassy, the Ministry of Health, local government officials, and the Malaria Foundation International (MFI) to engage community leaders and families from the Lesoma Village, Chobe District of Botswana in today’s global fight against malaria. - August 29, 2008 - Malaria Foundation International
Child Alert Center Charities Announces Broadcast of "Still Missing" in Jacksonville, FL
Child Alert Center Charities (CAC Charities), is a 501(c)3 not for profit organization committed to bringing awareness of missing children to local communities through public television broadcasting. The company's goal is to make the shows available to 24 markets across the United States and help... - August 29, 2008 - Child Alert Center Charities
CharityNet USA Unveils Redesigned Websites with More Features and Expanded Services to Assist Nonprofits
Resources for charities and nonprofit organizations just got easier to find with the launching of the new website for CharityNet USA. The site, which acts as a national "one-stop" portal, is focused on supporting the administrative needs of the nonprofit sector and can be found at... - August 28, 2008 - BizCentral USA
New "Christian" Look for Old Company
Entrepreneur Michele Johnson has decided to transform her company into a truly "Christian" organization. "This is the best thing for the company. I feel that in order for God's hand to be on your work, you have to be doing his work." The owner is now also an author and motivational speaker, and is very excited about this new transition. - August 28, 2008 - TRINITE3