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The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences Partners with EPA
The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences (www.thehamner.org) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the U.S. Environmental Agency’s (EPA) National Center for Computational Toxicology (NCCT). The agreement establishes a one-year collaborative research effort to further the... - November 20, 2007 - The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences
Taylor Hicks CDs Sent to US Troops
The Proud Of Our Troops drive is sending CDs from American Idol winner Taylor Hicks to US troops who are overseas, and also to soldiers who were wounded in active duty and are recuperating in hospitals. The CD is titled "Taylor Hicks." - November 20, 2007 - Jewelry Sprout
BioCentury Editor Dr. Karen Bernstein Added to the Roster of National Speakers for The BioWest 2007 Conference and Expo
Karen Bernstein, Ph.D., Co-Founder, Chairman & Editor-in-Chief of the BioCentury family of publications, including the well-read “The Bernstein Report on Biobusiness” has been added to the roster of national speakers for BioWest 2007 on Thursday, December 6 (12:15 – 1 p.m.) at the Grand Hyatt Denver. Dr. Bernstein replaces Colorado Governor Bill Ritter for the Thursday luncheon address. The Governor's commitments required his speech be rescheduled to the 2:30 – 3 p.m. time slot the same day. - November 19, 2007 - Colorado BioScience Association
The Virtual Assistant Millionaire: Craze or Godsend for Working Moms?
For Tawnya Sutherland it’s a godsend. She sets her own schedule, works when she wants, and has time to tend to the unexpected. When her son literally lost his front teeth in a bicycle accident, she was on the scene to rush him to the hospital. What working mother wouldn’t like that kind of freedom and flexibility when it comes to their kids? - November 19, 2007 - Virtual Assistant Networking Association
Toledo APICS Announces Execution and Control of Operations
The Toledo Chapter of APICS, The Association for Operations Management, is proud to announce the offering of “Execution and Control of Operations” at the Betco Corporation training center in Toledo, Ohio. The course will run 9 weeks every Tuesday starting January 8, 2008 from 6 pm until... - November 19, 2007 - Toledo APICS
Merry Tuba Christmas at Glendale's Historic Alex Theatre
DowntownGlendale.com and the Alex Theatre are proud to present Glendale's annual free Merry Tuba Christmas holiday celebration. - November 19, 2007 - Alex Theatre
Anonymous Online Wingman Helps Men Soar Into Romance
Forgetful businessmen find assistance in remembering important personal dates. MisterRight is a members-only site fully committed to helping its clients become the caring and thoughtful man that women crave. - November 19, 2007 - MisterRight
BBB Warns of Scammers Using Telephone to Obtain Personal Information
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) of Eastern North Carolina warns consumers to never provide private information to an unknown or unverified caller. While callers may claim they are representing a verifiable organization, consumers should act with caution. Recently, a man contacted consumers via... - November 18, 2007 - Better Business Bureau of Eastern North Carolina
Volunteer with Angel Academy
The Angel Academy Arts Program for Iowa Children will be opening it's doors early 2008 and they are seeking loving, compassionate and nurturing individuals, with experience in working with children to volunteer their time and/or services with Angel Academy. Angel Academy is one of the facilities... - November 18, 2007 - Guardian Angel, Inc
Gingerbread Contest Has $10,000 Top Prize
Create a gingerbread house and win a variety of prizes including a package at the Hyatt Regency Chicago valued at $10,000, Chicago Bears tickets and much more all while supporting Fox Valley Volunteer Hospice. - November 18, 2007 - Fox Valley Volunteer Hospice
Virtual Assistant Networking Association Announces Seminar on Connecting Your Inner Voice
VAnetworking.com is pleased to announce a seminar presented by Sheri Andrunyk, the Founder of Women For Women and an Empowerment Coach for Entrepreneurs. - November 17, 2007 - Virtual Assistant Networking Association
Church Changes Location and Name But Not Heart
Excited church members walked door-to-door throughout the Ballast Point neighborhoods last Sunday inviting all to share in the upcoming celebration of their updated facility at 5101 Bayshore Blvd. The grand opening of South Tampa Fellowship on Sunday, November 18 will commemorate much-anticipated... - November 17, 2007 - South Tampa Fellowship
Diana J. Scott, Principal and Consultant with Towers Perrin to Speak at the Knowledge Congress’ Event on FAS 158 Pension & Postretirement Accounting on December 7, 2007
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that Diana J. Scott, CPA, Principal and Consultant, Technical Services Group with Towers Perrin will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming teleconference entitled: “Statement 158... - November 17, 2007 - The Knowledge Group
Towers Perrin, a Global Professional Services Firm Named Sponsor at the Knowledge Congress’ Event on Statement 158 Pension & Postretirement Accounting on December 7, 2007
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that Towers Perrin, a global professional services firm is a sponsor at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming teleconference entitled: “Statement 158 Pension & Postretirement... - November 17, 2007 - The Knowledge Group
William M. Smith, Esq, Director, National Tax Office, CBIZ Accounting, Tax & Advisory Services, LLC to Speak at KC’s Event on FIN 48 Update - Mid Year Review on 12/06/07
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that William M. Smith, Director of the National Tax Office of CBIZ Accounting, Tax & Advisory Services, LLC will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming teleconference entitled:... - November 17, 2007 - The Knowledge Group
Arthur J. Kip Dellinger, Jr., Managing Director, Kallman & Company, LLP to Speak at the Knowledge Congress’ Event on FIN 48 Update - Mid Year Review on December 6, 2007
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that Arthur J. Kip Dellinger, Jr., Managing Director with Kallman & Company, LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming teleconference entitled: “FIN 48 Update - Mid Year... - November 17, 2007 - The Knowledge Group
Arthur J. Kip Dellinger, Jr., Managing Director, Kallman & Company, LLP to Speak at the Knowledge Congress’ Event on FIN 48 Update - Mid Year Review on December 6, 2007
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that Arthur J. Kip Dellinger, Jr., Managing Director with Kallman & Company, LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming teleconference entitled: “FIN 48 Update - Mid Year... - November 17, 2007 - The Knowledge Group
David Leiter, Partner, Federal Tax Practice, KPMG LLP to Speak at the Knowledge Congress’ Event on FIN 48 Update - Mid Year Review on December 6, 2007
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that David Leiter, Partner, Federal Tax Practice with KPMG LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming teleconference entitled: “FIN 48 Update - Mid Year Review”. This... - November 17, 2007 - The Knowledge Group
Regional Approach for Patents Needed in Southeast Asia
Senior Southeast Asian officials agreed Wednesday with recommendations for regional cooperation to better handle the increasing number of patents filed in the region and thereby encourage greater research, innovation and investment. “A regional approach can increase efficiency of patent... - November 17, 2007 - Kenan Institute Asia
Medical Tourism Association Launches its Worldwide “Medical Tourism Magazine”
The Medical Tourism Association, the first non-profit trade association representing Global Healthcare Providers in the Medical Tourism Industry has launched the first worldwide Medical Tourism Magazine. Medical Tourism, the growing industry of patients traveling overseas for medical treatment,... - November 16, 2007 - Medical Tourism Association™
A Gift of God Pays Up to $1 Million Through The Genesis Project
The Genesis Project presents the Genealogy of Jesus, a remarkable fully embroidered chocolate suede scroll tapestry that depicts the lineage of Jesus Christ. This one-of-a-kind wall hanging brings God’s blessings into our homes. Our churches and non profit organizations will also be blessed because a portion of the profits will be donated with an additional opportunity to have up to $1 Million dollars donated as well. - November 16, 2007 - The Genesis Project
Breakfast Club to Host Marty Clarke at November Meeting
Breakfast Club of the Triangle to Meet November 16 at Brier Creek Country Club - November 16, 2007 - Business Clubs of the Triangle
Medical Tourism Association Holds World's First Medical Tourism Membership Meeting & Forum
The Medical Tourism Association will hold its first membership meeting which will be open to the general public December 3rd at 8:30 am in Washington DC. Medical Tourism otherwise known as Health Tourism or Medical Travel is where Americans travel overseas to foreign countries to receive world class medical treatment at almost 90% less than in the United States. Over 500,000 Americans traveled overseas in 2006, and it is expected in 2008 that several million Americans will travel overseas. - November 16, 2007 - Medical Tourism Association™
National Real Estate Investment Club 2nd Annual Expo Showcased at the Four Points Sheraton Hotel Features JD from Flip This House
National Real Estate Investment Club (NREI Club) is an organization for real estate investors and real estate professionals. Their monthly meetings bring investors the very best education, top-notch investment opportunities and a friendly atmosphere that fosters networking. It is their intention to educate and motivate real estate investors to achieve the success they desire. - November 15, 2007 - National Real Estate Investment Club, Inc.
The Gay Men’s Chorus of Los Angeles Kicks Off Its 29th Season with "Holidays LA"
The Gay Men’s Chorus of Los Angeles take to the Alex Theatre (216 North Brand Blvd.) stage on December 14-16, 2007 for their Annual Holiday extravaganza, “Holidays LA.” - November 15, 2007 - Alex Theatre
The Miracle Worker Foundation Launches "Rebuild Fund" to Re-Inhabit Devastated Gulf Regions
Foundation effort includes a unique housing program that allows victims to own their homes in 10 years - November 15, 2007 - The Miracle Worker Foundation
Single, Disabled Mom Motivates Others with Lollipop Lesson While Overcoming Homelessness
Kimberly Carnevale may have lost her home to a brutal attack; but she did not lose her fighting spirit. This single, disabled Mom learned the importance of giving to others; and how something as simple as a lollipop could change the lives of many. - November 15, 2007 - Canine and Abled, Inc.
Vote for Spa Person of the Year 2007
Votes Needed to Determine the Spa Person of the Year Award 2007. To be presented at the “Hearts for A Cure” Annual Awards & Charity Celebration Tuesday, February 5th, 2008 at the Sand’s Exposition Center, Las Vegas during the Day Spa Expo. The traditional “The Spa... - November 15, 2007 - The Day Spa Association
Stephen Alpert, Principal, Mercer LLC & Vice-Chair of the American Academy of Actuaries' Pension Accounting Committee to Speak at KC’s Event on SFAS 158 on 12/07/07
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that Stephen A. Alpert, Principal and Consulting Actuary of Mercer LLC and Vice-Chair of the American Academy of Actuaries' Pension Accounting Committee will speak at the Knowledge Congress’... - November 15, 2007 - The Knowledge Group
Murray S. Akresh, Partner, Global Human Resource Solutions, PricewaterhouseCoopers to Speak at the Knowledgec Congress' Event on SFAS 158 on December 7, 2007
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that Murray S. Akresh, Partner, Global Human Resource Solutions at PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP (PWC) will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming teleconference entitled: “Statement... - November 15, 2007 - The Knowledge Group
Catherine M. Fox-Simpson, Tax Partner, BDO Seidman LLP to Speak at the Knowledge Congress’ Event on FIN 48 Update - Mid Year Review on December 6, 2007
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that Catherine M. Fox-Simpson, Tax Partner of BDO Seidman LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming teleconference entitled: “Fin 48 Update - Mid Year Review.” This... - November 15, 2007 - The Knowledge Group
Israel Houghton & New Breed, Tye Tribbett & GA and J. Moss to Bring in the New Year in the Washington DC Area
Grammy, Stellar and Dove award winner Israel Houghton & New Breed and Stellar Award winner Tye Tribbett & GA are scheduled to join Pastor Lyle Dukes, Co-Pastor Deborah Dukes and the Harvest Life Changers Church, International to close out “The Year of the Open Door” and bring in 2008 beginning Friday, December 28, 2007 – Monday, December 31, 2007. - November 14, 2007 - Harvest Life Changers Church, International
The Texas Wranglers and Easter Seals Central Texas Hold Up the City of Austin
The Texas Wranglers are proud to present the 10th Annual City Wide Hold Up. This important fundraising event will be held on November 17, 2007 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at major Austin intersections. The Wranglers, a University of Texas service-based organization, will collect donations in... - November 14, 2007 - Easter Seals Central Texas
ABSOLUT® VODKA, American Express Honored for Inclusive LGBT Advertising by Commercial Closet Association
November AdRespect Honors Awards Program Previews New CCA Industry Standard Score in Gay Advertising. Commercial Closet Association’s annual Corporate AdRespect Honors is this year recognizing ABSOLUT® VODKA and American Express for excellence in inclusive portrayals of lesbian, gay,... - November 14, 2007 - Commercial Closet Association
Motorola Foundation Enables Launch of Easy Way to Volunteer at 1-800-Volunteer
Newly updated easy-to-use 1-800-Volunteer phone system provides information on how to help during and after disasters, and allows potential volunteers to find and connect to locally-based Volunteer Centers that help connect volunteers to volunteer opportunities in their community. - November 14, 2007 - Points of Light & Hands On Network
Author Suzanne Mulvehill to Help Virtual Assistants and Other Small Business Owners Break Free from Employee Mindset at November 15 Teleseminar
Founder of the Emotional Endurance Institute to share her secrets for changing employee thoughts into entrepreneurial thoughts. - November 14, 2007 - Virtual Assistant Chamber of Commerce
MN Jennings Student Lobbies in Washington, DC
MN high school student went to Wash DC, to lobby MN reps to support the Jubilee Act 2634, to cancel dept in Africa and other impoverished nations. Ms. Henry, the youngest participant, underwent lobbyist training and met MN Senate and Congress reps for bill support. On Nov. 7, the House Financial Srvcs Committee held a legislative hearing on the Act. - November 14, 2007 - Jennings Community Learning Center
Celebration of America Recycles Day on November 15
Organizations needing to raise money and who wish to positively impact the environment can now participate in a “Green Fundraising Campaign.” - November 14, 2007 - Project KOPEG
CSAH Presents Concert for Military Appreciation Night on Randolph Air Force Base
Cross Canadian Ragweed headlines concert open to all Department of Defense ID holders. - November 14, 2007 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
Amy Langer Honored by Women Presidents’ Organization and Entrepreneur Magazine
The Women Presidents’ Organization (WPO) and Entrepreneur Magazine have announced that Salo, LLC, led by Amy Langer, was named No. 1 out of the top 50 fastest-growing women-owned/women-led privately-owned businesses in the United States and Canada. Salo, LLC, a senior-level finance and... - November 13, 2007 - Women President Organization
SMPS CANstruction Long Island Competition Yields 28,627 Cans of Food to Benefit Long Island Cares, Inc., The Harry Chapin Food Bank
One of the most visually stunning demonstrations of talent and creativity in the world is also on the Long Island Cares’ largest food drives. - November 13, 2007 - SMPS Long Island c/o Cameron Engineering & Associates, LLP
Medical Tourism Association Scheduled to Visit hospitals in Philippines & Taiwan - November 18th through the 26th
The Medical Tourism Association, the industry's first non-profit trade association for international healthcare providers, departs this week for a two week visit of hospitals in the Philippines and Taiwan. - November 13, 2007 - Medical Tourism Association™
The Tammy Lynn Memorial Foundation, Inc. Announces the 2008 Date for a Toast to the Triangle
Mary Freeman, president and CEO of the Tammy Lynn Center for Developmental Disabilities, has announced the 2008 date for 23rd annual A Toast to the Triangle™. The event is scheduled for Mar. 9 at 5:30 p.m. at North Carolina State University’s McKimmon Center in Raleigh. The Toast raises... - November 12, 2007 - A Toast To The Triangle
Five Top Colorado Bioscience Company CEOs Present at This Year’s BioWest Mature Company Forum
CEOs from five of Colorado’s top bioscience companies will present at the BioWest 2007 Mature Company Forum on December 6th – registration is still open for the two-day BioWest event, which is the Rocky Mountain Region’s premier bioscience conference and expo. CEOs featured in the Mature Company Forum include Bob Conway, Array Biopharma; Greg Baldwin, Baxa Corporation; Jeff Probst, Blue Sun Biodiesel; Chris Smith, Cochlear Americas; and Bob Grieve, Heska Corporation. - November 12, 2007 - Colorado BioScience Association
Communities in Schools of NC Leader to Receive Distinguished Alumnus Award from NC State University
President and CEO, Linda Harrill, will be honored along with other recipients during the Annual Evening of Stars Gala - November 11, 2007 - Communities in Schools of NC
Lose Weight 4 Humanity Takes Its Weight Loss Campaign Global
Today, Lose Weight 4 Humanity announced it has opened its weight loss campaign to international participation, stating the obesity epidemic is not just an American problem, but a global one - November 10, 2007 - Lose Weight 4 Humanity
Jeffrey Harfenist, Managing Director, UHY Advisors FLVS, Inc. to Speak at KC’s Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) Compliance Event in 12/12/07
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that Jeffrey Harfenist, Managing Director with UHY Advisors FLVS, Inc. will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming teleconference entitled: “Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA)... - November 10, 2007 - The Knowledge Group
Gary DiBianco, Partner-Litigation & Government Enforcement Litigation with Skadden to Speak at KC’s Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) Compliance event in 12/12/07
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that Gary DiBianco, Partner - Litigation and Government Enforcement Litigation with Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher and Flom LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming teleconference... - November 10, 2007 - The Knowledge Group
Lori Leonovicz, Trial Attorney, Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, Criminal Division, Fraud Section, US Dept. of Justice to Speak at KC’s FCPA Compliance Event in 12/12/07
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that Lori A. Leonovicz, Trial Attorney - Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, Criminal Division, Fraud Section with U.S. Department of Justice will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming... - November 10, 2007 - The Knowledge Group
John J. Love, Deputy Commissioner for Patent Examination Policy, USPTO to Speak at KC’s Event on Clarifying KSR & Its Impact on Patent Law on November 20, 2007
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that John J. Love, Deputy Commissioner for Patent Examination Policy of United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming teleconference... - November 10, 2007 - The Knowledge Group