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RFID Asia to Host Prestigious RFID Asia Summit 2008 in Indonesia
International Conference on Auto-ID, RFID, Smart Card and Mobile Technology in Indonesia. - January 16, 2008 - RFID Asia
Women TIES Syracuse Luncheon Focusing on Successful Internet Marketing Strategies for Women Entrepreneurs
Women TIES, Women Together Inspiring Entrepreneurial Success, presents a February luncheon for women entrepreneurs entitled “Secrets of Web Marketing- Online PR Opportunities You Need to Know About!” - January 16, 2008 - Women TIES (Women Together Inspiring Entrepreneurial Success)
Child Abuse Prevention Services Receives Grant to Support What’s Up? Girl Talk — a Bully Prevention Program for Adolescent Girls on Long Island
Grant supports local program intended to reduce the incidence of relational and physical aggression, bullying and harassment among 7th grade girls. - January 16, 2008 - Child Abuse Prevention Services (CAPS)
Here Comes the (Doggie) Bride
Proceeds of doggie wedding to benefit Humane Society of the Treasure Coast. - January 16, 2008 - Humane Society of the Treasure Coast
Plant-Made Biotechnology a Growing Future for North Carolina’s Northeast
Economic Development officials announced plans to have ongoing meetings with educators and business representatives to bring together biotechnology resources throughout North Carolina’s northeast region and to develop a plan for future development of a viable industry in plant-made biotechnology. At a recent meeting, the group developed plans for moving plant-made biotech research from the universities to farms and businesses in North Carolina’s northeast region. - January 15, 2008 - Northeast Development Commission
Minnesota Interactive Marketing Association (MIMA) Announces Free Events for Members - New President and Board of Directors Named for 2008
The Minnesota Interactive Marketing Association is kicking off 2008 with a bang – a new President, a new Board of Directors and events absolutely free to members. - January 15, 2008 - Minnesota Interactive Marketing Association
Feminist Housewives - New Site Challenges Stereotypes
New site focuses on discussing issues and creating community among feminists who are also housewives and stay at home moms - January 14, 2008 - Feminist Housewives
23rd Annual A Toast to the Triangle Announces Ticket Sales
Mary Freeman, president and CEO of the Tammy Lynn Center for Developmental Disabilities, has announced the launch of the 23rd annual A Toast to the Triangle™ online ticket sales. Tickets are $100 per person and are available on the organization’s event Web site,... - January 14, 2008 - A Toast To The Triangle
TechBiz Connection Presents Search Engine Optimization Best Practices Advice at January Forum
TechBiz Connection (TBC) will host a distinguished panel of highly regarded search engine optimization experts who will present the best practices needed for reaching top search engine ranking at its monthly forum on Wednesday, January 16 from 6:00 to 9:00 PM at the Student Center at the University... - January 13, 2008 - TechBiz Connection
Sikhcess™ Announces Launch of Sikh Community’s Global ‘Feed the Homeless’ Campaign in March 2008
Sikhcess™ to launch worldwide ’Feed the Homeless Campaign’ on March 1, 2008 with volunteers in North America, Europe, Asia and Australia. - January 13, 2008 - Sikhcess
Karen Dietrich, Assistant Director of International Affairs, Public Company Accounting Oversight Board to Speak at KC's Event on Foreign Private Issuers on 02/21/08
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that Karen Dietrich, Assistant Director of International Affairs of Public Company Accounting Oversight Board will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming teleconference entitled: “Foreign Private Issuers”. This 2-hour event is scheduled for February 21, 2008, Thursday, at 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM EST. - January 13, 2008 - The Knowledge Group
Carol Banford, Managing Partner, International Client Services, Grant Thornton LLP to Speak at Knowledge Congress’ Foreign Private Issuers Event on 02/21/08
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that Carol Banford, CPA, Managing Partner, International Client Services of Grant Thornton LLP (US) will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming teleconference entitled: “Foreign Private Issuers.” This 2-hour event is scheduled for February 21, 2008, Thursday, at 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM EST. - January 13, 2008 - The Knowledge Group
John Fodera, Partner, Eisner’s Internal Audit & Risk Management Services (IARMS) to Speak at KC’s Event on SOX Update: New Guidelines on 03/04/08
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that John Fodera, Partner of Eisner’s Internal Audit and Risk Management Services (IARMS) Group will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming teleconference entitled: “SOX Update - Internal Control Over Financial Reporting: New Guidelines.” This 2-hour event is scheduled for March 4, 2008, Tuesday, from 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM EST. - January 13, 2008 - The Knowledge Group
Deborah R. Meshulam, Partner, Chair, National SEC Enforcement Practice, DLA Piper to Speak at KC’s Event on Foreign Private Issuers on 02/21/08
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that Deborah R. Meshulam, Partner, Chair, National SEC Enforcement Practice of DLA Piper will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming teleconference entitled: “Foreign Private Issuers.” This 2-hour event is scheduled for February 21, 2008, Thursday, at 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM EST. - January 13, 2008 - The Knowledge Group
David Hardesty, VP, Wilson Markle Stuckey Hardesty & Bott to Speak at KC’s Event on SOX Update - Internal Control Over Financial Reporting: New Guidelines on 03/04/08
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that David Hardesty, Vice President of Wilson Markle Stuckey Hardesty & Bott will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming teleconference entitled: “SOX Update - Internal Control Over Financial Reporting: New Guidelines.” This 2-hour event is scheduled for March 4, 2008, Tuesday, from 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM EST. - January 13, 2008 - The Knowledge Group
Tobias L. Knapp, Partner, Jenner & Block to Speak at Knowledge Congress’ Event on SOX Update - Internal Control Over Financial Reporting: New Guidelines on 03/04/08
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that Tobias L. Knapp, Partner of Jenner & Block will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming teleconference entitled: “SOX Update - Internal Control Over Financial Reporting: New Guidelines.” This 2-hour event is scheduled for March 4, 2008, Tuesday, from 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM EST. - January 13, 2008 - The Knowledge Group
NSCS Member Elected to Board of National Collegiate Honors Council
Hesham Elnegar, an NSCS Member from Northern Arizona University, has been elected to the board of directors of the National Collegiate Honors Council. The Honors Council serves as an association for honors programs around the country and provides them with resources on improving and maintaining... - January 13, 2008 - The National Society of Collegiate Scholars
Medical Tourism Association to Launch TV News Feeds
In January 2008, the Medical Tourism Association will launch a media/TV news feed on its website. These news feeds will bring you video interviews of the leaders in medical travel worldwide and will also feature information on trends within the medical tourism and health tourism industry. These... - January 12, 2008 - Medical Tourism Association™
Packing Electronics in Portable Storage Safe and Sound
The National Portable Storage Association offers tips for safely storing electronics equipment. - January 12, 2008 - National Portable Storage Association
South Metro Arts Center Announces 2008-2009 Events and Programs
South Metro Arts Center presents… a symposium: Art, Culture, & the South Metro Economy on Wednesday, April 30, 2008 :: 8:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. at the South Metro Denver Realtor Association Activity Center, 7899 South Lincoln Court, Littleton, Colorado 80122. Topics include affect of art and culture on surrounding business, retail, consumer community; facilities development – design & funding; facilities management; lessons learned. $35 fee includes materials, beverages, luncheon. - January 12, 2008 - South Metro Arts Center Inc
The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences Hosts Tour Stop for 2008 N.C. Science Blogging Conference
The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences (www.thehamner.org), has announced that the organization will host a tour stop for the 2008 North Carolina Science Blogging Conference on Friday, Jan. 18 from 2-4 p.m. The Hamner tour stop will feature a demonstration by Dr. Russell Thomas, director of the... - January 11, 2008 - The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences
Me Fine Foundation, Inc. Receives 2008 Maggy Award
Lori K. Lee, executive director of Me Fine Foundation, Inc. (www.mefinefoundation.org), has announced that the foundation has received a Maggy Award for Best Charity from Cary Magazine. The Third Annual Maggy Award competition gave the community an opportunity to vote for the “Best Of”... - January 11, 2008 - Me Fine Foundation, Inc.
Medical Tourism Association to Launch Patient Financing in Spring 2008
Medical Tourism Association to Launch Patient Financing up to $20,000 for international surgeries in Spring 2008. - January 11, 2008 - Medical Tourism Association™
NPSA Offers Cold Weather Storage Tips
Heated storage units not only keep goods from cold weather damage, these temperature-controlled units also help guard against mold and mildew. - January 11, 2008 - National Portable Storage Association
A Toast to the Triangle Announces Call for Volunteers
Mary Freeman, president and CEO of the Tammy Lynn Center for Developmental Disabilities, has announced a call for volunteers for the 23rd annual A Toast to the Triangle™. Volunteer positions range from guest entry, set-up staff, restaurant coordinators, judging runners, to auction staff. - January 10, 2008 - A Toast To The Triangle
Dr. Marsha Firestone Receives New York Women’s Agenda Star Award
Marsha Firestone, Ph.D., president and founder of the Women Presidents’ Organization (WPO) and Women Presidents’ Educational Organization, received a 2007 NYWA Star Award at the New York Women's Agenda (NYWA) Annual Star Breakfast. The event held on Dec. 4 at in New York City, honors... - January 10, 2008 - Women President Organization
World Vision Distributing Aid to More Than 150,000 Displaced Kenyans
Aid workers warn the humanitarian situation is likely to get worse. - January 10, 2008 - World Vision US
Intuitive Artist Jennifer Crews to Help Small Business Owners Find Their Inner Consultant at Complimentary Teleseminar on January 17
Intuitive Artist to share with small business owners the five steps in learning the art of intuition. - January 10, 2008 - Virtual Assistant Chamber of Commerce
PaintAmerica Announces 2008 Paint the Parks Call to Entries
PaintAmerica, a national, non-profit organization to support and promote the visual arts, has announced the Call to Entries for the 2008 “Paint The Parks” National Artists’ Competition. Paint The Parks will attract many of our nations’ top artists, with a $10,000 purchase... - January 10, 2008 - PaintAmerica
10th Annual Wall Street Hall of Fame Dinner and Induction Ceremony
On February 20, 2008, The National Association of Securities Professionals-New York Chapter (NASP-NY) will host its 10th Annual Wall Street Hall of Fame gala event at the Ritz Carlton-Battery Park, Two West Street in New York City. The purpose of this event is to honor individuals who have demonstrated a commitment to excellence and diversity throughout their careers in the financial service industry. - January 10, 2008 - National Association of Securities Professionals-NY Chapter
What's Old is New with a Green Twist at UandITrade
UandItrade.com formally announced today the official launch of their national e-trading site geared towards parents with growing families. The purpose of the site is to trade anything and everything relating to children including clothing, toys, nursery items etc. Though UandItrade.com can be... - January 10, 2008 - UandITrade
Comedy Night at Venus II to Raise Funds for Boys and Girls Club of Marshfield
Laugh out loud and raise funds for a great cause - the Boys and Girls Club of Marshfield - at Comedy Night at the Venus II, 277 Ocean Street in Brant Rock. - January 10, 2008 - Marshfield Boys and Girls Club
Medical Tourism Magazine
The First Edition of the Medical Tourism Magazine published by the Medical Tourism Association launched in December 2007. - January 09, 2008 - Medical Tourism Association™
Divorce Support Program to Resume at Doylestown United Methodist Church
The Spring Session of the DivorceCare program at Doylestown United Methodist Church will begin on January 14th 2008. - January 09, 2008 - Doylestown United Methodist Church
BBB Advises Consumers to Read Fine Print on Fitness Center Contracts
Complaints received by BBB for fitness clubs have increased more than 90 percent in the last 5 years. While some complaints regarding billing are basic errors, the majority of billing complaints center on being billed after the member felt their contract had expired. Many consumers either assumed their contract would not be renewed, or filed the appropriate paperwork to cancel, but continued to have fees withdrawn from their bank accounts. - January 09, 2008 - Better Business Bureau of Eastern North Carolina
ACG Chicago Names James C. Tyree 2008 Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient
Mesirow Financial Chairman and CEO Honored for Distinguished Career - January 09, 2008 - Association for Corporate Growth Chicago (ACG Chicago)
towSearch.com Offers More Detailed Search Capabilities for Trucking Fleet Managers
towPartners® today announced that its free towing and road service provider locator tool, towSearch, has been updated to significantly improve its offering to fleet clients. These updates include search capability for extra heavy duty towing and incident management. In addition, towPartners... - January 08, 2008 - towPartners
4th Annual International Pressed Flower Conference
The World Wide Pressed Flower Guild (http://www.wwpfg.org) will host the 2008 international conference from the 21st to the 23rd of June, 2008 at the Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites, 1240 S. Walnut, Anaheim, CA (close to Disney World), USA. Pressed flower art is a vibrant and friendly art form. - January 08, 2008 - World Wide Pressed Flower Guild
Mental Health Advocacy Through the Arts
On March 21, 2006, J.T. Fielder, the oldest child and only son of Colorado’s beloved nature photographer John Fielder took his life on top of a windy 13,000 foot peak. Two years later, John Fielder is honoring his son’s life by being the spokesperson for a unique program that examines... - January 08, 2008 - Carson J Spencer Foundation
The Mali Initiative Launches to Make Change Through Education
The Mali Initiative, a not-for-profit network of committed individuals around the world aspiring to make change through education, launches with the start of 2008. Nelson Mandela said “Education is the most powerful weapon you can use to change the world” stressing the fundamental... - January 08, 2008 - Mali Initiative
The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences Signs BioMedomics
The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences (www.thehamner.org) has announced that BioMedomics has joined The Hamner Accelerator for Translational Bioscience. The accelerator program provides an opportunity for leaders of emerging companies to access resources at The Hamner while also partnering on... - January 07, 2008 - The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences
Dole Presents Friends of Oak Park Schools 4th Annual Fundraiser, Viva Las Vegas January 19, 2008
Dole Food Company is presenting Friends of Oak Park Schools 4th annual fundraiser, “Viva Las Vegas – What’s Spent in Oak Park, Stays in Oak Park”, on January 19th at the North Ranch Country Club. The event will start at 6:00 pm, and feature an evening of casino games, food... - January 07, 2008 - Friends of Oak Park Schools
CTC International Directly Responds to Violence in Kenya; Resources Are Needed to Continue Progress
CTC Volunteers Currently on the Ground in Maai Mahiu Distributing Food and Aid to Refugees Displaced by the Violence. - January 06, 2008 - CTC International
Arizona State Student Wins Scholar at Sea Award
Arizona State University student wins a $7,000 scholarship through The National Society of Collegiate Scholars to participate in the Semester at Sea program. - January 06, 2008 - The National Society of Collegiate Scholars
UVA Student Wins $5000 Study Abroad Scholarship
University of Virginia student wins a $5000 study abroad scholarship from The National Society of Collegiate Scholars, an honor society inviting freshmen and sophomores. - January 06, 2008 - The National Society of Collegiate Scholars
DFW Sports Universe Announces DFW Fan Fest
DFW Sports Universe is partnering with The Frisco Thunder and Coach Joe's Sports Grille to present their first annual DFW Fan Fest. Autograph guests will include Joe Avezzano, Pat Summerall, Jake Reed, and Will McClay. Proceeds will benefit the Special Olympics. - January 05, 2008 - DFW Sports Universe
23 NSCS Members Win Fulbright
23 members of The National Society of Collegiate Scholars won Fulbright. - January 05, 2008 - The National Society of Collegiate Scholars
Online Resource Keeps Restaurant Diners on Track Once New Year’s Hype Subsides
Eating out can pose difficulties for those looking to change their eating habits. Healthydiningfinder.com is the necessary resource to keep diners on track while enjoying their dining experience. - January 05, 2008 - Healthy Dining
When the Pipes Crack: IICRC Tips to Prevent Water Damage
The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification offers advice on how to deal with cracked pipes and tips to prevent frozen pipes during subfreezing temperatures. - January 05, 2008 - Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification
International Players Tour Launches 2008 Inaugural Season
Ron Beaman, founder of both the Champions Golf Tour and American Challenge Golf Tour, announces formation of a new tour with 200+ events in multiple divisions including scratch and net competition, as well as an enhanced Senior Tour Division in 2008 - January 04, 2008 - International Players Tour