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Infosys Founder S. Gopalakrishnan and Award-winning Journalist P. Sainath to Speak at Asha for Education NYC/NJ's Dinner Gala
Indian business icon and Infosys co-founder S. Gopalakrishnan will be the guest of honor at "An Evening of Hope" a dinner gala hosted by the NYC/NJ chapter of Asha for Education on May 19, 2007 at the Waldorf-Astoria. Award-winning development journalist P. Sainath will be the special... - March 29, 2007 - Asha for Education NYC/NJ
Surviving Kids Organization Founded
Memories for Surviving Kids, Inc. has been founded with a mission to encourage friends and family of deceased parents to write letters for the surviving children. Founder Bob DiPasquale has teamed with psychotherapists and grief experts to create a website (mfsk.org) that shows how best to facilitate this communication. - March 29, 2007 - Memories for Surviving Kids, Inc.
Backstreet Boy Howie Dorough Takes Fundraising Efforts to the Slopes of Whistler, Canada
Backstreet Boy Howie Dorough will hold a fundraising weekend, in support of his Dorough Lupus Foundation, on April 27-30, 2007 in Whistler, BC., Canada. - March 29, 2007 - DLF Canada
Historic Ellis Island Ferry Building to Be First South Side Building Open to Public in Over 50 Years
Historic re-opening of South Side building on Ellis Island. - March 28, 2007 - Save Ellis Island
Capitol Broadcasting Company Named Charter 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 Capitol Broadcasting Company as a charter member. As a charter member, Capitol Broadcasting will have a select seat on the Charter Member Committee, which... - March 28, 2007 - The Northwestern Mutual Breakfast Club of the Triangle
Border Security Law Enforcement Whistleblower Initiative Launched
Federal law enforcement advocacy group provides Whistleblower database. - March 28, 2007 - Friends of the Border Patrol
How to Easily Build Your Resume: Volunteer Online
Lauren Kennedy had just graduated with a Degree in Fine Arts. She knew that undertaking real-world graphic design projects would serve to build her portfolio and enhance her resume. Although unfamiliar with online volunteering, Kennedy then living in Toronto, leaped at the opportunity to help a... - March 28, 2007 - Macdonald Youth Services
Buckingham Township Approval of Unwanted Development Raises New Concerns for Rezoned Industrial Land Near Doylestown Airport
Did you know that two weeks ago, Buckingham Township Supervisors approved a development it did not want but could not reject because the plans submitted met all zoning stipulations? Did you know that Buckingham Township Supervisors could face a similar situation if it is presented with building... - March 28, 2007 - Friends of Doylestown Airport
Wisconsin Home Inspector Organization Offers Indoor Air Quality and Allergen Inspection Training
The Wisconsin Chapter of the National Association of Certified Home Inspectors (WiNACHI) is offering a 1-Day Indoor Air Quality and Allergen Inspection Training course on Saturday April 28th. The course is open to all Home Inspectors, Realtors and the general public. - March 27, 2007 - Wisconsin Chapter of the National Association of Certified Home Inspectors
Women Presidents’ Organization Announces Marti Barletta as Keynote Speaker For 2007 International Conference
Marsha Firestone, Ph.D., president of the Women Presidents’ Organization (WPO), has announced that Marti Barletta, author and founder of The TrendSight Group, will be the keynote speaker at the 2007 WPO International Conference “Beyond Business As Usual: The Next 10 Years” - April... - March 27, 2007 - Women President Organization
Brown-Forman Retailers of the Year Honored at ABL Convention
In a ceremony during the Final Night Banquet of the American Beverage Licensees 5th Annual Convention on March 6 in Las Vegas, ABL joined Brown-Forman in recognizing the 2007 Brown-Forman Retailers of the Year. Sponsored by Brown-Forman, the awards are presented annually to recognize and honor... - March 27, 2007 - American Beverage Licensees
5th Annual ABL Convention a Success
The American Beverage Licensees (ABL) 5th Annual ABL Convention, which was held on March 4-6, 2007 in Las Vegas, built upon ABL’s first five years and signaled ABL’s growth from a youthful association into a truly maturing organization with a plan for the future. Focusing on the theme... - March 27, 2007 - American Beverage Licensees
ABL & Charmer-Sunbelt Encourage Social Responsibility
Following their participation in the recent American Beverage Licensees Convention, The Charmer Sunbelt Group has agreed to strengthen its relationship with ABL by sharing resources to jointly encourage social responsibility measures by supporting and promoting public outreach programs. - March 27, 2007 - American Beverage Licensees
US Cachaca Trade Council to Launch US Brand of Frisco Fish Cachaca
Fastest growing category of new distilled spirits gets more support from the US Cachaca Trade Council. Frisco Fish Premium Cachaca, is the fastest growing brand of Cachaca in North America. - March 27, 2007 - US Cachaca Trade Council
ballet tech cincinnati's Gala of International Ballet Stars August 11, 2007
Save the Date: ballet tech cincinnati presents the 6th Annual Gala of International Ballet Stars Cincinnati’s Aronoff Center August 11, 2007. - March 27, 2007 - arts innovation movement: aim cincinnati
Amber Alert Issued for Colorado Boy (Riley Thompson - 8)
The Elbert County Sheriff's Office and The Colorado State Police have issued an Amber Alert for 8-year-old Riley Thompson, who was abducted in Elbert County about 3:15 p.m. Sunday. Riley is an African-American boy, about 4 feet tall and 45 pounds. He has brown hair and brown eyes and was last seen... - March 26, 2007 - Project Safekids
Amber Alert Issued for Two Washington Children (Lars & Remi Baugher)
The Washington State Police has issued an Amber Alert for two Walla Walla children. The suspect and the victim were last spotted in Waitsburg on Sunday afternoon. The suspect is the children's biological father, John Baugher, and due to his recent mental issues, it is believed the children... - March 26, 2007 - Project Safekids
Innovation Leads the Way in San Jose
VentureVitality Index Is Up in Silicon Valley’s Largest City: Venture Financing Increases 27 Percent to $616 Million in 2006, Bringing New Jobs, Economic Activity and Growth Opportunities to San Jose, according to a new report issued today by VentureDeal and the Business Performance Management (BPM) Forum. - March 26, 2007 - BMP Forum
Women Presidents’ Organization (WPO) Announces Nevada Chapter and New Member Reception
The Women Presidents’ Organization (WPO) Nevada Chapter will host a new member reception on Wednesday, April 11, 2007 at the Gerrity Group’s showroom located at 5193 West Oquendo Road in Las Vegas, Nevada. All potential members are invited to attend the reception to learn more about how... - March 26, 2007 - Women President Organization
NJ Teens Find Unique Ways of Raising $10,000 for Cancer Research
Captained by a 16 year old girl who has already received 4 National Awards for community service in her short life, this NJ Relay for Life teen team has become Flagship team with a fund raising goal of $10,000 to benefit the American Cancer Society. The teens have come up with creative fund raising ideas to reach their lofty goal. - March 25, 2007 - Kasey's Crew East
Girls Quest Selected for Snapple’s “Best People In NYC” Award
In January 2007, Girls Quest was selected as the first non-profit recipient of Snapple’s “Best People in NYC” award, sponsored by the Mayor’s Volunteer Center (MVC). One of Girls Quest's mentors, Alexandra Mitchell, submitted an application that, according to the... - March 25, 2007 - Girls Quest
J. John Joins “Principles of Leadership” Line-up
Greek-Cypriot evangelist J. John was recently interviewed for HFC International’s “Principles of Leadership” film series. He joins a list of notable leaders such as best-selling author Joyce Meyer and Jackie Pullinger. - March 24, 2007 - Harvest Fields Commissioning International
Professional Decal Application Association Holds Certification Training in Las Vegas
Join vinyl installers for VIP Certification training and networking opportunities on the eve of the International Sign Association’s annual Expo in Las Vegas this spring. - March 24, 2007 - Professional Decal Application Association
Containerized Storage Helps Companies Comply with SOX
As business leaders look to Congress for relief from corporate scandal-driven legislation, portable storage offers a convenient way to comply with laws. - March 24, 2007 - National Portable Storage Association
PaintAmerica Announces Jurors for “Paint the Parks” Competition
PaintAmerica, (www.PaintAmerica.org), a non-profit organization to support and promote the visual arts, has announced a panel of nationally recognized jurors for their Paint the Parks Art Competition. Paint the Parks was developed to fill the void created when the Arts for the Parks program was... - March 24, 2007 - PaintAmerica
Sutton Coldfield Folk Festival Boost for NCH
This year’s Sutton Coldfield Folk Festival, held from 15-18 February, was a fundraising success for children’s charity NCH – with over £1200 raised for its local work with vulnerable and excluded children and teenagers. The money boosts NCH’s West Midlands Every... - March 24, 2007 - NCH
Culinary Artist Makes Desserts Look Too Good to Eat
Artistic Desserts hits the ground running with a logo from LogoBee - March 24, 2007 - LogoBee Logo Design
2007 DVDA Excellence Awards Call for Enties
DVD Association Announces 2007 DVDA Excellence Awards, All Formats; DVD, Blu-Ray, and HD DVD Accepted - March 23, 2007 - International Digital Media Alliance
Women Presidents’ Organization Announces Jim Collins as Keynote Speaker for 2007 International Conference
Marsha Firestone, Ph.D., president of the Women Presidents’ Organization (WPO), has announced that Jim Collins, the author of national bestsellers including Good To Great and Built To Last, will be the keynote speaker at the 2007 WPO International Conference “Beyond Business As Usual:... - March 23, 2007 - Women President Organization
Internationally-Known New York Scientist Joins NephCure Foundation’s Mission to Cure Debilitating Kidney Conditions
With the addition of Dr. Peter Mundel, professor of medicine/nephrology at Mt. Sinai School of Medicine in New York City, the NephCure SAB now consists of 10 highly respected scientist/researchers whose work is crucial in the fight against idiopathic Nephrotic Syndrome and focal segmental glomerulosclerosis, or FSGS. (NBA star Alonzo Mourning raised the profile of FSGS after the disease forced him to undergo a kidney transplant.) - March 23, 2007 - The NephCure Foundation
Kasia E. Dupler Named Metropolitan Who's Who Honored Member in Real Estate
Kasia E. Dupler, Realtor for Keller Williams Realty, has been named Metropolitan Who's Who Honored Member Representing Real Estate. - March 23, 2007 - Cambridge Who's Who
Local Politicians to Attend New Community Center Groundbreaking in North Philadelphia
Local politicians to attend as Mercy Neighborhood Ministries in the Tioga section of Philadelphia breaks ground on March 24, 2007 for its new "green" family center. The center, the first "green" building in North Philadelphia, will provide increased space for the ministry's services to the working poor. - March 22, 2007 - Mercy Neighborhood Ministries of Philadelphia Inc.
Armenian Jewelers Association Raises Funds with Pre-Fashion Week Jewelry Runway Show
Charitable Organization Comprised of Leading Armenian Jewelry Designers Comes Together for a Good Cause - March 21, 2007 - Armenian Jewelers Association
Pintail Youth Ranch Announces New Participants Accepted to TORCH™ Program
Four inner-city, north Texas junior high students have been accepted to participate in the innovative TORCH program with the Pintail Youth Ranch. Ranchers to receive mentoring and instruction in Team building, Outdoor Recreation, Conservation and Helping. - March 21, 2007 - Pintail Youth Ranch
Marsha Firestone Speaks at University of North Carolina Dean’s Speaker Series
Marsha Firestone, Ph.D., president and founder of the Women Presidents’ Organization (WPO), will speak at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill as part of the ongoing Dean’s Speaker Series on Tuesday, March 27, at the UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School. The lecture will begin... - March 21, 2007 - Women President Organization
AIPMM Chooses 280 Group™ as an Authorized Testing Partner to Administer Product Manager Certification Exam
Association of International Product Marketing & Management (AIPMM) Names Select Few to Offer Certified Product Manager™ and Certified Product Marketing Manager™ Exam - March 21, 2007 - Association of International Product Marketing & Management
Deborah Lucci Perrone Named Metropolitan Who's Who Honored Member in Real Estate
Deborah Lucci Perrone, Realtor for Prudential Howe & Doherty Realtors, has been named Metropolitan Who's Who Honored Member in Real Estate. While inclusion in Metropolitan Who's Who is an honor in itself, the Metropolitan Who's Who selection committee handpicks these special Who's Who Honorees... - March 21, 2007 - Cambridge Who's Who
Women Presidents’ Organization Member Named Office Depot’s “Businesswomen of the Year”
Marsha Firestone, president and founder of the Women Presidents’ Organization (WPO), has announced that Laurie Sprouse, president of Ultimate Ventures, Inc, was named Office Depot’s “Businesswomen of the Year” at the Success Strategies for Businesswomen conference held on... - March 20, 2007 - Women President Organization
Rise in Food Allergies Spurs “Unexpected” Growth of National Nonprofit
The rise in childhood food allergies has led to the rapid growth of one of the first online resources dedicated to helping families of food-allergic children. Kids With Food Allergies (www.kidswithfoodallergies.org) celebrated its second anniversary this month by signing its 8,000th member,... - March 20, 2007 - Kids With Food Allergies, Inc.
SANMA Medical Missionary Team Conducts Free Clinics
SANMA volunteer team of doctors, nurses, and paramedics conducted free medical clinics in the remote villages of Garenapudi and Thanner Vari Palem in the state of Andhra Pradesh, India. - March 20, 2007 - South Asia Native Missionary Alliance
SAS Education Strategist Joins Communities in Schools of NC Board of Directors
Communities In Schools of North Carolina (CISNC) today announced the addition of Caroline McCullen of SAS as a new member of its Board of Directors. McCullen is the Education Strategist for the SAS Education Practice, a division of SAS, the leader in business intelligence. Ms. McCullen is a... - March 20, 2007 - Communities in Schools of NC
Missing Child Alert Issued for Missing North Carolina Boy Scout (Michael Auberry - 12)
Michael Auberry has been missing since Saturday March 17th. He was camping in Doughton State Park near Wilkesboro, N.C. Michael was dressed for the weather, with a heavy red coat with an inner fleece coat, and he had gloves and a hat in a pocket. He was wearing a dark blue University of North... - March 19, 2007 - Project Safekids
A Growing Network of Caring Individuals is Dedicated to Helping Kids in Need Right Here in America
Caring Pals USA was established to bring together individuals, groups, and businesses throughout the country to identify, research, promote, and support small non-profit organizations with proven-effective programs helping kids in communities across America. And when a need is discovered that no... - March 19, 2007 - Caring Pals USA
Paragon Commercial Bank Named Charter 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 Paragon Commercial Bank as a charter member. As a charter member, Paragon Commercial Bank will have a select seat on the Charter Member Committee, which controls... - March 19, 2007 - The Northwestern Mutual Breakfast Club of the Triangle
“Get Blue” – Love Our Children USA’s National Effort to Educate America During April, National Child Abuse Prevention Month
April marks the 24th anniversary of National Child Abuse Prevention Month, a time dedicated to child abuse education, awareness and prevention activities. To observe National Child Abuse Prevention month, Love Our Children USA, (a national organization headquartered in New York whose mission is to... - March 19, 2007 - Love Our Children USA
Amber Alert Issued for Kansas Girl (Jasmine Maestas - 5)
Details of Abduction: The Dodge City Police Department and The Kansas Bureau of Investigation have issued an Amber Alert for Jasmine Maestas age- 4. The child and suspects were last seen in Ellsworth Kansas area at 5:00 P.M., The suspect vehicle is a Brown Chevrolet Impala Sedan with Kansas License... - March 18, 2007 - Project Safekids
Amber Alert Issued for California Toddler (Mahanan Miles - Age 4)
After speaking with the Detectives from The Los Angeles County Sheriff's office, Project Safekids can now confirm the Manaen Miles has been found safe in Nevada. The two suspects are also in custody. - March 18, 2007 - Project Safekids
Adesh Jain Named Global Advisor for Project Management Entity PMForum
PMForum, Inc. announced today that Mr. Adesh Jain, M. Eng, CPP, MPD, immediate past President and current Chair of the International Project Management Association (IPMA), has been named a global advisor to the company. Global advisors provide advice and guidance to the company’s editorial... - March 18, 2007 - PMForum, Inc.
The Heart Touch Project Receives Generous Grant from S. Mark Taper Foundation
The Heart Touch Children’s Program expands to serve older children. - March 17, 2007 - Heart Touch Project
NPSA Demonstrates Wide-Ranging Industrial Uses for Portable Storage Containers
Industries from retail to medical and institutions from education to government are finding new and innovative uses for portable storage. - March 17, 2007 - National Portable Storage Association