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Cambridge Who’s Who Names Victoria Conforti Professional of the Year in Millinery, Fashion Design and Retail
Victoria Conforti, designer of Victoria's Designs has been named Cambridge Who’s Who Professional of the Year in Millinery, Fashion Design and Retail. While inclusion in Cambridge Who’s Who Registry is an honor, only one member in each discipline is named the Cambridge Who’s Who... - May 20, 2007 - Cambridge Who's Who
Comforting Children in Crisis through the Hugs of Teddy Bears
The South West Florida Chapter of Hugs Across America distributes it’s first ever batch of teddy bears to the Naples Fire Department. Each chapter is responsible to its local area with "teddies at the ready" responding to circumstances of personal tragedy, as well as natural or... - May 20, 2007 - Hugs Across America - South West Florida Chapter
Santa Clarita Rotary Club Donates Play Area and Equipment to Special Needs Students at Old Orchard Elementray School in Newhall, California
The Santa Clarita valley Rotary Club completed a project with Old Orchard Elementary school in Newhall, California. The Rotary Club donated a play area and equipment to the school's special needs students. The dedication ceremony for this project was held at Old Orchard Elementary School on May 16, 2007. - May 20, 2007 - Santa Clarita Valley Rotary Club
President of Shaw Industries, Randy Merritt, to Deliver Keynote at the 2007 N.C. Sustainability Awards & Conference
Sustainable North Carolina (SNC) announced today that Randy Merritt, president of Georgia-based Shaw Industries, will be the keynote speaker for the 2007 N.C. Sustainability Awards & Conference to be held on October 22, 2007 in Chapel Hill, N.C. SNC is a non-profit that works as a catalyst for... - May 19, 2007 - Sustainable North Carolina
BBB Warns Vacationers: Travel-Related Fraud is on the Rise
With Memorial Day approaching and summer not far behind, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) is advising consumers on how to spot and avoid the threat of vacation and travel-related fraud. Vacation scams cost consumers over $10 billion each year. Out of the 3,900 industries the BBB monitors, the... - May 19, 2007 - Better Business Bureau of Eastern North Carolina
Goody® Sponsors the Mahogany Games, to Benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of America
HBCU and Greeks Face-Off to Support a Good Cause - May 19, 2007 - The HBCU Network
FreeDress for Success, a Businessman's Guide to Sartorial Disarmament
A Great New Book from Pandit Press - FreeDress For Success - May 18, 2007 - Pandit Press
Women Presidents’ Organization (WPO) to Launch Fifth Canadian Chapter
The Women Presidents’ Organization (WPO) will host a Vancouver chapter kickoff reception on Wednesday, May 23 from 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. at the Terminal City Club, located at 837 West Hastings St. The WPO has been active in Canada for five years and currently boasts five WPO chapters,... - May 18, 2007 - Women President Organization
Colorado BioScience Association Names Jack Wheeler Chairperson, Announces 2007 Sponsors and Appoints Eight New Board Members
Jack Wheeler, CEO of MicroPhage, Inc., Longmont, is the new chairperson of the board of directors for the Colorado BioScience Association (CBSA). He was appointed at the association’s 2007 annual meeting April 24th. Wheeler assumes chairperson responsibilities from Ed Wood, ArcScan, Inc. In other action, eight new board members were appointed to three-year terms. - May 18, 2007 - Colorado BioScience Association
Online Tool Released to Facilitate Utility Exchange of Solar Experiences and Lessons Learned
The Solar Electric Power Association (SEPA) announces that it has released an online Utility Peer Match tool. The tool is available at no cost to all investor owned, municipal, and rural electric cooperative utilities interested in solar electric power. Utility Peer Match is a unique service that connects utility employees with “solar savvy” peers that have years of experience in implementing solar programs and working on utility solar issues. - May 18, 2007 - Solar Electric Power Association
Chrysallis - Close to Disability to Attend the eContentPlus Information Day
Chrysallis - Close to Disability will attend the eContentPlus Information Day for the third call for proposals of the eContentplus programme on 24th of May 2007 in Luxembourg. A central Information Day presenting the objectives of the target areas for 2007 and providing details on how to submit a... - May 18, 2007 - Chrysallis-Close to Disability
Chrysallis – Close to Disability Attends the Autonomia EXPO 2007 Exhibition
Chrysallis - Close to Disability will attend the Autonomia EXPO 2007 exhibition, which will take place on 18th - 20th of May 2007 in Athens, Greece, and it will be organized by Disability Now NGO. On 18th of May 2007, Chrysallis will be presented at the "Athletics and Sport cause we feel like... - May 18, 2007 - Chrysallis-Close to Disability
Better Business Bureau Warns Home Buyers
Horror stories about victims of predatory lending are everywhere in the media these days. Abusive or “predatory” lenders target consumers who have built value in their homes, but do not have much available cash. The types of loans offered usually have sky-high interest rates and... - May 17, 2007 - Better Business Bureau of Eastern North Carolina
Business Leader Magazine Named Member of Local Business Club
Penn Shore, president of the Northwestern Mutual Financial Network Breakfast Club of the Triangle, has announced that the club has named Business Leader magazine as a member in the print media category. Through its membership, Business Leader magazine will have access to business development... - May 17, 2007 - The Northwestern Mutual Breakfast Club of the Triangle
Mexico’s First-quarter International Tourism Results Show Significant Growth
International tourism revenues up 14.6 percent compared with same period last year - May 17, 2007 - Mexico Tourism Board
Workforce Management: New Survey Determines Organizations Not Prepared to Manage Compliance
WorkForce Software, specializing in employee time clock and workforce management software for mid-sized to larger organizations, completed a recent survey on compliance preparedness and workforce management. - May 17, 2007 - WorkForce Software
Statement from People Against Censorship Regarding the Suspension of Opie and Anthony by XM Satellite Radio
In response to the suspension of the Opie and Anthony Show by XM Satellite Radio, Debbie Wolfe, co-founder of People against Censorship, has issued the following statement: "People Against Censorship is outraged by the decision of XM Radio to suspend Opie and Anthony based on a few sentences... - May 17, 2007 - People Against Censorship
Miss Universe Pageant 2007 to be Held in Mexico City
Event marks second time in 15 years that Mexico’s capital city has played host - May 17, 2007 - Mexico Tourism Board
Castro Valley Freemasons Hold Open House and Dinner
Members of Crow Canyon Masonic Lodge will be holding an Open House entitled “Satisfying Your Appetite for Knowledge” on May 25, 2007 at 8:00 PM at the Castro Valley Masonic Center located at 4521 Castro Valley Boulevard. This “Masonic Information Night” will provide families... - May 17, 2007 - Crow Canyon Masonic Lodge #551
IDEA Health & Fitness Association Announces the Health and Fitness Video Contest: What Moves You?
IDEA Health and Fitness Association, the leading membership organization of health, wellness and fitness professionals worldwide with more than 21,000 members in over 80 countries, announces IDEA’s Health and Fitness Video Contest, What Moves You. In conjunction with the 2007 IDEA World... - May 16, 2007 - IDEA Health & Fitness Association
Women Presidents’ Organization (WPO) Announces San Antonio Meet and Greet Reception
The Women Presidents’ Organization (WPO) will host a San Antonio chapter meet and greet on Tuesday, May 22 from 5:30 – 7 p.m. at the Plaza Lecea located at 5441 Babcock Road. The WPO is a nonprofit membership organization for a diverse group of women presidents who have guided their... - May 16, 2007 - Women President Organization
Amber Alert Issued for Michigan Infant (Shamarcus Edwards - 8 Months)
The Wyoming Police Department and The Michigan State Police have issued an Amber Alert for Shamarcus Edwards. The child was last seen around 10:30 p.m. Monday. Authorities believe she may have been abducted by her mentally challenged cousin Tremain McGee. The Amber Alert is active for the... - May 15, 2007 - Project Safekids
3rd Annual Red Hat Society Day at the San Francisco Zoo
The Strutting Peacocks, a Red Hat Society Chapter, will be throwing their 3rd Annual Red Hat Tea Party on July 21st at the San Francisco Zoo. Tickets are $40 per person and that includes admission to the zoo, high tea party, and Red Hat Bingo card, for a chance to win prizes. All chapters and new members are welcome to attend. - May 15, 2007 - The Strutting Peacocks
ExecUchange President Named Member of Local Business Club
Penn Shore, president of the Northwestern Mutual Financial Network Breakfast Club of the Triangle, has announced that the club has named execUchange President Linda Leake as a member in the business development category. Through her membership, Leake will have access to business development events,... - May 15, 2007 - The Northwestern Mutual Breakfast Club of the Triangle
VirtualAssistantNetworking.com Hosts May 17 Teleseminar with Marketing Consultant Jim Logan
Marketing guru to share practical ways to avoid being viewed as offering a commodity service for Virtual Assistants and other independent professionals - May 15, 2007 - Virtual Assistant Chamber of Commerce
Arthur Joseph dela Houssaye Named Cambridge Who’s Who Professional of the Year in Opthalmology
Arthur Jospeh dela Houssaye, MD, Medical Director of SEECA has been named Cambridge Who’s Who Professional of the Year in Opthalmology. While inclusion in Cambridge Who’s Who Registry is an honor, only one member in each discipline is named the Cambridge Who’s Who Professional of... - May 15, 2007 - Cambridge Who's Who
Glad Perez Named Cambridge Who’s Who Executive of the Year in Financial Marketing and e-Commerce
Glad M. Perez, Vice President of Marketing and e-Commerce of Affinity Federal Credit Union has been named Cambridge Who’s Who Executive of the Year in Financial Marketing and e-Commerce. While inclusion in Cambridge Who’s Who Registry is an honor, only one member in each discipline is... - May 15, 2007 - Cambridge Who's Who
Hydrocephalus Regional Expansion Group Holds First Official Meeting in Largo as Group Leader Becomes an American Citizen
The Tampa Bay Affiliate of the Hydrocephalus Association held its first official meeting under its new name on Sunday, April 14th, 2007. Twenty-two family members and individuals with Hydrocephalus gathered at the home of group leader, Paula Keyser to celebrate the new affiliation with the... - May 15, 2007 - HUGS of Florida, Inc.
Amber Alert Issued for Pennsylvania Teen (Rose Doran - 14)
The Pennsylvania State Police has issued an Amber Child Abduction Alert for the Avoca Borough Police Department, Luzerne County. The Avoca Borough Police Department is searching for Rose Doran, she was last seen this morning at 7:20 leaving her residence en-route to the bus stop at Packer & Mc... - May 14, 2007 - Project Safekids
Amber Alert Issued for Two Texas Children (Dakota Parker -7 & Elizabeth Michelle Parker -5)
The Garland Police Department have issued an Amber Alert for 7-year-old Dakota Parker and 5-year-old Elizabeth Michelle Parker. The two children were last seen on Friday May 11th at approximately 8:30 p.m. with 36-year-old Jonathan Benjamin Taylor. The suspect is the children's step-uncle, and he... - May 14, 2007 - Project Safekids
Will One Million American’s Stand Up for Their Country?
Will one-million American’s take a stand for their country? That is the question put to the test by one non-profit group this June. - May 14, 2007 - Let Freedom Ring America
Women Presidents’ Organization Announces Susan Masten as Keynote Speaker for 2007 International Conference
Susan Masten, co-president of Women Empower Women for Indian Nations (WEWIN), was a keynote speaker at the 2007 the Women Presidents’ Organization (WPO) International Conference “Beyond Business As Usual: The Next 10 Years” held at the Westin Kierland Resort and Spa in Scottsdale,... - May 14, 2007 - Women President Organization
New York Public Housing Leaders Mobilizing for Action
NYC CCOP Will Lead Thousands Of Public Housing Residents To Converge On Washington To Get Action And Commitment On Federal Funding And Policy; Save Our Homes In Public Housing Rally In Washington DC, Tuesday May 15, 2007; Rally Location: Upper Senate Park From 11 AM TO 4 PM - May 14, 2007 - City-Wide Council of Presidents
American Diabetes Association Tour de Cure Cycling Event
The premiere cycling event of the American Diabetes Association, the Tour de Cure helps to raise monies to continue research, education and advocacy of the organization. The American Diabetes Association challenges cyclists to take the ride of their life. - May 13, 2007 - American Diabetes Association, Tour de Cure
Local Charity Auction Gets Big Donation - Toyota Sunnyvale Donates a New Car
Toyota Sunnyvale in Sunnyvale, CA donates a 2007 Toyota Prius Hybrid with free shipping to the 48 contiguous United States to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's "Out for Blood" Charity Auction, now live on eBay at www.ebay.com/outforblood. Auction runs through May 16, 2007. All proceeds will advance the Society's mission to cure blood cancers and improve the quality of life for patients and their families. - May 13, 2007 - The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society - Silicon Valley & Monterey Bay Area Chapter
Bruce J. Himelstein to be Honored at 2007 AMA-DC M Awards Dinner
The M Awards also recognizes marketers and successful marketing campaigns that demonstrate solid strategy, brilliant innovation, and positive return on investment. - May 13, 2007 - AMA-DC
Lisa Kemp-Williams Tours Home Town with Word of God
Prophetic psalmist to minister in Word and song at New 79th Street Baptist Church, Miami, Fla. and Christ’s Kingdom Life Center International in Hollywood, Fla. - May 12, 2007 - LKW Ministries International
Doubleday Addresses Seniors’ Concerns at Buckingham Springs Town Meeting
Buckingham Supervisor Candidate Wendel Doubleday met with senior citizens on Wednesday, May 9th, to discuss his priorities for making Buckingham Township a better community for all township residents, including its seniors. - May 12, 2007 - Friends of Wendel for Supervisor
The 6th Annual Carying Place Benefit Auction Announce Silver Level Sponsors
The 6th Annual Carying Place Annual Benefit Auction, scheduled for Friday, May 11, 2007, at the Matthews House in Cary, has announced silver level sponsors. - May 12, 2007 - The Carying Place
Irma R. Harris Named Metropolitan Who’s Who Honored Member in Interior Designing
Irma R. Harris, Owner and Chief Designer for Ih Designs, has been Named Metropolitan Who’s Who Honored Member in Interior Designing. While inclusion in Metropolitan Who’s Who is an honor in itself, the Metropolitan Who’s Who selection committee hand picks these special Who’s... - May 12, 2007 - Cambridge Who's Who
Asha for Education to Explore the Impact of Education on an Individual, Society and a Nation
Over the past few years, India's educated population has given the nation a competitive edge in a global economy. The country has come to be known for its deep pool of highly-skilled, knowledge workers. Today, higher education is one of the largest service-sector activities in India. This has... - May 12, 2007 - Asha for Education NYC/NJ
The Peter Benchley Shark Conservation Awards
The Shark Research Institute created the Peter Benchley Shark Conservation Awards to honor the memory of the late Peter Benchley, and spotlight those who are working internationally to protect sharks as valuable ocean resources. The Peter Benchley Shark Conservation Awards were presented on May 8,... - May 11, 2007 - Shark Research Institute
Spiritual Entrepreneurs Use Spiritual Assets to Achieve 'Flow' and Success
In an article in the Journal of Human Values, the Rev. Ernest Chu, former investment banker and widely recognized expert on financing emerging growth companies, defines spiritual entrepreneurship and examines the processes and results typical of spiritual entrepreneurs' endeavors. - May 11, 2007 - Soul Currency Institute
The Ikologiks Center For Global Studies Presents a One Day Mini-Intensive Saturday, June 2, 2007
Join your neighbors in “Greensprings Park” for an exciting weekend of exploring the outdoor wonders of a health, through the practice of meditation, and tools for well being and stress reduction. - May 11, 2007 - Ikologiks Center for Global Study
Out4Immigration Applauds Nadler-Leahy Uniting American Families Act (UAFA)
Congress introduces bill to give same-sex binational couples same rights as heterosexuals - May 11, 2007 - Out4Immigration
HBCUs and NPHC Greeks Face-Off for an Amazing Cause
1st Annual Mahogany Games to Benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters - May 11, 2007 - The HBCU Network
William ''Brad'' Thayer Selected as Cambridge Who's Who Executive of the Year in Distribution and Logistics
William "Brad" Thayer, president and COO of DSW Distribution Centers, Inc., has been named Cambridge Who's Who Executive of the Year in Distribution and Logistics. While inclusion in Cambridge Who's Who is itself an honor, only one member in each discipline is named Cambridge Who's Who... - May 11, 2007 - Cambridge Who's Who
Laura Fletcher Named Cambridge Who’s Who Executive of the Year in Network Marketing
Laura J. Fletcher, Executive National Vice President of Arbonne International has been named Cambridge Who’s Who Executive of the Year in Network Marketing. While inclusion in Cambridge Who’s Who Registry is an honor, only one member in each discipline is named the Cambridge Who’s... - May 11, 2007 - Cambridge Who's Who
First Coast Barter Announces Launch in Jacksonville
Across the globe, thousands of business owners and managers are switching from cash to barter transactions at a record pace. A barter company makes trade flexible by allowing businesses to exchange their goods and services instead of using cash. Members are part of a cashless currency that helps them gain new customers, increase cash flow, and free up their cash for other uses. - May 11, 2007 - First Coast Barter
Amber Alert Issued for Paris, TX Girl (Alyssa Ann Frazier - 12)
The Paris Police Department has issued an Amber Alert for 12-year-old Alyssa Ann Frazier. Local law enforcement have a suspect in custody who claims to have taken Alyssa to a motel in the Dallas area. Internet activity led to a meeting with the suspect, William Lewis Rhone, 24, and police say... - May 10, 2007 - Project Safekids