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Women Presidents’ Organization Announces Board Member
Maria Coyne Named to WPO Board of Directors. - August 23, 2006 - Women President Organization
Kiteboarding Insurance Essential
According to Logan Long, president of AKSA, “It is irresponsible for our members to travel abroad and participate in this exciting but risky sport without proper insurance coverage. It is for this precise reason that AKSA has aligned with eGlobalHealth Insurers Agency, LLC and MNUI to provide... - August 23, 2006 - American Kite Surfing Association
District of Columbia Mayoral Candidate Dennis Moore Outlines Major "Out-of-the-Box" Educational Excellence Initiative - Critics Say He's Way Outside DC's Usual Candidates
Dennis Moore, the Republican D.C. mayoral candidate released his "Comprehensive Plan for Educational Excellence" to overhaul Washington's deteriorating school system. Critics say his plan strikingly distinguishes him from the Democratic mayoral front-runners, especially his GOP competitor David Kranich. Moore says his "out-of-the-box" Excellent Schools Plan (ESP) is what D.C. parents are demanding to bring "genuine educational empowerment" to all District students. The plan is as follows: - August 22, 2006 - Moore For People Mayoral Committee
The 4th National Park Passport Stampers Convention Was a Success
The 4th Annual National Park Passport Stampers Convention, sponsored by the National Park Traveler’s Club, took place at the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore in Michigan from August 11-13, 2006. Convention activities included presentations by park rangers, dinners, and a group boat tour. - August 22, 2006 - National Park Travelers Club
Woman’s Home Rescued from Foreclosure
In December 2005, Anderson was diagnosed with kidney failure, entered into dialysis treatment and enrolled in a donor program to save her life. Fortunately the dialysis program was short lived as she received a kidney transplant three months later. While her employer held a position for her throughout this health crisis, there was no source of income during her treatment and recovery. - August 22, 2006 - Buyers Fund
New Dieting Test
A leading problem-eating organization has developed a dieting behavior self-test, underpinned by a radical new understanding of what the dieting lifestyle actually comprises, to help dieters identify their relationship with food and eating. - August 22, 2006 - The Weight Foundation
American Legion Offers Local Veterans Job and Benefit Fairs at Convention
The Small Business Development Workshop Series will be held on Thursday, Aug. 24 and Friday, Aug 25, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Here, veterans will be able to learn from business leaders recognized in their fields for their expertise. Pre register at the Legion.org web site. - August 21, 2006 - Northeast Veterans Business Resource Center Inc.
Containers Filled with Educational Aid is In-route to Samoa
CERF has sent two containers filled with student and teacher kits, books, and clothing to Samoa. The containers are scheduled to arrive in Samoa on August 23rd. The much needed kits will be distributed to the students and teachers of Lalomanu, and Fasito’o primary schools. - August 20, 2006 - Children's Educational Relief Foundation
Scholarship Applications Now Available to Samoan Students
CERF scholarship applications are now available to Samoan students needing financial assistance for the 2007 academic year. Scholarships are designed to allow students to attend school that otherwise are unable to due to financial strains. - August 20, 2006 - Children's Educational Relief Foundation
OurEnergy.us Empowers Consumer to Stop Global Warming
American energy consumers are taking personal action to reduce America’s dependence on fossil fuels and slow global warming due the lack of a national energy policy. One way consumers are limiting the amount of global warming pollutants is by supporting the generation of clean domestic energy. - August 18, 2006 - OurEnergy
Colorado BioScience Association Announces Winners of Its 2006 Awards Program, Honoring the Best of Colorado's Bioscience Industry
The Colorado BioScience Association (CBSA) has released winners of its 2006 Awards Program. Official presentation of the awards occurs Thursday evening, August 24, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., at the CBSA’s annual awards banquet. Held in conjunction with the 2006 BioWest conference at the Colorado Convention Center, registration information is available at the 2006 BioWest Conference website. - August 18, 2006 - Colorado BioScience Association
Local Business Leaders Named To Committee for Speaking of Women’s Health Conference
Triangle Businesswomen Spearhead Raleigh Women’s Health Event. - August 18, 2006 - Speaking of Women's Health
Michael A. Sussmann, Fmr. Senior Counsel for US Dept. of Justice's Computer Crime & Intellectual Property Section to Speak at GKC’s “Understanding CALEA” Teleconference
The Global Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that Michael A. Sussmann, former Senior Counsel for the US Department of Justice's Computer Crime & Intellectual Property Section will speak at the upcoming teleconference on “Understanding CALEA” scheduled for October 3, 2006 at 10:00 am to 12:00 pm (EDT). - August 18, 2006 - The Knowledge Group
John Morris, Director of Internet Standards, Technology & Policy Project, Center for Democracy & Technology Will Speak at GKC’s Teleconference on “Understanding CALEA”
The Global Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that John Morris, Director of Internet Standards, Technology & Policy Project, Center For Democracy & Technology (CDT) will speak at the upcoming teleconference on “Understanding CALEA” scheduled for October 3, 2006 at 10:00 am to 12:00 pm (EDT). - August 18, 2006 - The Knowledge Group
Amber Alert Issued for Teen in Manhattan (Unknown Female)
The New York City Police Department has activated the New York State Amber Alert and is investigating a confirmed child abduction that occurred at 345 west 42 Street, in New York, New York. The child is a Black female approximately 13-15 years of age. The suspect is Percy Williams is a... - August 17, 2006 - Project Safekids
Amber Alert Issued for Houston Teen (Marlena Esquivel - 13)
The suspect is a know Sex Offender. - August 17, 2006 - Project Safekids
Amber Alert Issued for Delaware County, Pennsylvania Girl
The Pennsylvania State Police has issued an Amber Child Abduction Alert for the Ridley Township Police Department, Delaware County. Ridley Township Police are searching for a white female 15-16 years old, 5'8" tall, thin build, dark straight collar-length hair, with a bloodied face, wearing a... - August 17, 2006 - Project Safekids
Randolph J. May, President of the Free State Foundation & a Leader in Communications & Administrative Law to Speak at GKC’s “Universal Service” Teleconference
The Global Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that Randolph J. May, President of The Free State Foundation, a distinguished leader in Communications and Administrative Law will speak at the upcoming teleconference on “Universal Service” scheduled for October 5, 2006 at 10:00 am to 12:00 pm (EDT). (For an updated list of panelists, please visit: www.knowledgecongress.org). - August 17, 2006 - The Knowledge Group
Scott Barash, Acting CEO of Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC) to Speak at The Global Knowledge Congress’s Teleconference on “Universal Service”
The Global Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that Scott Barash, Acting CEO of Universal Service Administrative Company, a former trial attorney with the U.S. Department of Justice will speak at the upcoming teleconference on “Universal Service” scheduled for October 5, 2006 at 10:00 am to 12:00 pm (EDT). - August 17, 2006 - The Knowledge Group
Glenn Richards, Top VoIP Expert, Partner at Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP to Speak at The Global Knowledge Congress’s Teleconference on “Universal Service”
The Global Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that Glenn Richards, a top VoIP expert and Partner at Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP will speak at the upcoming teleconference on “Universal Service” scheduled for October 5, 2006 at 10:00 am to 12:00 pm (EDT). (For an updated list of panelists, please visit: www.knowledgecongress.org). - August 17, 2006 - The Knowledge Group
With Midterms Looming, Leaders of the $300 Billion Electronic Retail Industry to Get a Bit of Beltway Buzz
Frank Luntz to Address Electronic Retailing Association Leaders at Third Annual Leadership Dinner, Give Predictions of Political Winners & Losers. - August 17, 2006 - Electronic Retailing Association
Hurricane Katrina Anniversary to be Marked in Two Dozen Cities by Bike Ride Against Global Warming
Thousands of cyclists will be marking Hurricane Katrina's anniversary in two dozen cities across the US and Canada. Participants aim to raise awareness about the hurricane’s survivors and the effects of climate change on catastrophic weather. Locations as diverse as Asheville, North... - August 16, 2006 - Rising Tide North America
16th Annual Convention and EXPO to Highlight All Aspects of $300 Billion E-tailing Industry
More Than 3,000 Electronic Retailers Convene at ERA Annual Convention - August 16, 2006 - Electronic Retailing Association
Mexico Wins HSBC Celebration of Light
Debut showing in pyrotechnic competition dazzles Vancouver audiences. - August 16, 2006 - Mexico Tourism Board
STAR ECO Station Announces Its 3rd Annual Creepy Crawly Creature Feature
Come join the STAR ECO Station for the third annual Creepy Crawly Creature Feature. A fun filled weekend for the whole family. - August 15, 2006 - STAR Inc.
Glenn Richards, Top VoIP Expert, Partner at Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP To Speak at The Global Knowledge Congress's Teleconference on “Understanding CALEA”
The Global Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that Glenn Richards, Partner at Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP will speak at the upcoming teleconference on “Understanding CALEA” scheduled for October 3, 2006 at 10:00 am to 12:00 pm (EDT). - August 15, 2006 - The Knowledge Group
H. Michael Warren, Fmr. Chief of FBI's CALEA Implementation Section & NeuStar, Inc’s. VP Fiduciary Will Speak at GKC’s Understanding CALEA Teleconference
The Global Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that H. Michael Warren, Former Chief of the FBI's CALEA Implementation Section (CIS), currently - VP Fiduciary of NeuStar, Inc. will speak at the upcoming teleconference on “Understanding CALEA” scheduled for October 3, 2006 at 10:00 am to 12:00 pm (EDT). - August 15, 2006 - The Knowledge Group
'Happiness' Guru to Speak at UK Conference on Emotional Intelligence
Dr Richard Stevens of the ‘Make Slough Happy’ project is returning to the UK town to deliver a keynote speech on ‘The Importance of Happiness’ at a UK national conference being held on the application of emotional intelligence in the workplace. Happiness has recently... - August 13, 2006 - Centre for Applied Emotional Intelligence
Amber Alert Issued for Arizona Child (Zachary Baca - Age 3)
The suspect stabbed the child's mother and fled. - August 12, 2006 - Project Safekids
National Bdpa Launches the IT Institute at Auburn University
The National BDPA, Black Data Processing Associates (http://www.bdpa.org) will launch the Information Technology Institute Certification Program in September 2006. The BDPA IT Institute supports the computer professional by increasing technical competence, maximizing leadership potential and... - August 12, 2006 - National BDPA
Virtual Assistance Chamber of Commerce Hosts Judy Murdoch of Highly Contagious Marketing for Free Virtual Assistant Business-Building Webinar August 17
Marketing expert to talk to Virtual Assistants on How to Get More Referrals…Now. - August 12, 2006 - Virtual Assistant Chamber of Commerce
Amber Alert Issued for Colorado Children (Jessica Marbella Garcia & Jose Lewis Cerrato)
They have been abducted by a known "Sex Offender." - August 11, 2006 - Project Safekids
Amber Alert / Levi's Call for Georgia Infant (Ashley Maoctezuma - 1 Month)
A Levi's Call has been activated for a 1-month-old girl who was abducted from a home on Plantation Road about 10:30 a.m. Friday. Ashley Maoctezuma, was last seen wearing a pink shirt and red pants. The suspect is Eciseo Zunigo, Mid 30s, who has black shaved hair. He was wearing black pants and... - August 11, 2006 - Project Safekids
Amber Alert Issued for Washington Girl (Dacia Bell - Age 3)
The Suspect is considered Armed & Dangerous. - August 11, 2006 - Project Safekids
High Tech Leadership Certification Program Starts Sep. 7 in RTP, NC
CAI Announces the High Tech Certification Program for Aspiring and Experienced Technical and Scientific Leaders on Management and Strategy Starting September 7 in RTP, NC - August 11, 2006 - CAI
San Francisco Elks Lodge Celebrates 130 Years of Dedication to the Community
Bay Area charity organization established in 1876 celebrates 130 years on Saturday, August 12th, 2006 at their Union Square Lodge. - August 11, 2006 - San Francisco Elks Lodge No. 3
Multicultural Travel Club for Canadians
Canadian Unity Travel Club is a multicultural and educational travel club exclusively for Canadians enabling them to inexpensively travel Canada and get to know one another as passionate and caring people. The national goal of the Canadian Unity Travel Club is to bring people together to understand... - August 11, 2006 - Canadian Unity Travel Club
Too Much Freedom? LA Freewaves' 10th Biennial Film Festival
Freewaves announces its 10th Biennial Festival of Film, Video and Experimental New Media "Too Much Freedom?" November 2006 in Los Angeles and beyond at www.freewaves.org - August 11, 2006 - LA Freewaves
Kathryn Eshelman Named to National Women’s Business Council
WPO Member Appointed To National Organization. - August 08, 2006 - Women President Organization
San Francisco Elks Lodge Brings America’s Pastime to 100 Bay Area Children
Oakland A’s game is first annual baseball outing for new charitable elks program - August 08, 2006 - San Francisco Elks Lodge No. 3
Kathryn McHenry of KNM Creative Services Starts Meetup Group in College Park / Winter Park, FL for Social and Business Networking
A new concept in networking and meeting new people has swept the world, as www.meetup.com has begun to catch on among communities everywhere. Organizer Kathryn McHenry of KNM Creative Services saw that there were no business or social networking groups in the College Park/Winter Park, FL area, so... - August 08, 2006 - KNM Creative Services
Amber Alert Issued for Connecticut Infant (Raheem Morris - 10 Months)
The Connecticut State Police has issued a statewide Amber Alert Monday afternoon after a 10-month-old boy and his mother were reported missing from Montville. The authorities are looking for 10-month-old Raheem Morris and his mother, Amanda Judd. Raheem is has dark skin and his mother is a... - August 07, 2006 - Project Safekids
Amber Alert Issued for Denver Child (Deion Sanstivensan - 5)
The father assaulted the mother then abducted the child. - August 07, 2006 - Project Safekids
Amber Alert Philadelphia Infant Abducted (Dowayne Reid - 14 Months)
Child Abducted during Home Invasion Robbery. - August 06, 2006 - Project Safekids
Amber Alert Issued for Brooklyn Center Boy (Andrew Moua - 5)
The victim is feared to be in extreme danger. The father has threatened to kill himself and the child. - August 05, 2006 - Project Safekids
Amber Alert Issued for Detroit Girl (Raven Jeffries -7)
An Amber Alert has been issued for a seven year old girl last seen about 8:00 p.m. Friday at her home on Detroit's west side. Victim: Raven Jeffries was last seen going outside her home at 6595 McDonald near Wyoming and Warren by her 19-year-old brother. Investigators have talked with the... - August 05, 2006 - Project Safekids
The New York Royal Club Has Redefined the Way Business Networking is Done
With its monthly events, an innovative invitation system and collaboration from some of New York City’s most sought after upscale and trendy venues around the city, The New York Royal Club has created an unprecedented opportunity for professionals involved in the real estate, investment and financial fields to come together and create business connections on a more social, stylish and relaxed settings. - August 05, 2006 - Royal Executive Club
Quadrant HealthCom Inc. and the American Academy of Urgent Care Medicine Announce Launch of New Journal
Quadrant HealthCom Inc. announces the launch of Urgent Care, a multi-disciplinary journal reaching an exciting new market. Urgent Care is the official journal of the American Academy of Urgent Care Medicine (AAUCM) and is the first journal devoted to this dynamic, rapidly growing marketplace. - August 05, 2006 - American Academy of Urgent Care Medicine
NC Association of Nurse Anesthetists Board Members to Attend National Organization’s 75th Anniversary
Nurse Anesthetists Return to Founding City to Celebrate Professional Associations Anniversary. - August 05, 2006 - NC Association of Nurse Anesthetists
Bruce Clarke, President and CEO of CAI, Named Chair-Elect of the National Employer Association Group (EAG) through April 2007, Chair through 2008
Bruce Clarke, President and CEO of CAI, was named chair-elect of the national Employer Association Group (EAG), an affiliate of the National Manufacturers Association (NAM), through April 2007 and will hold a seat on the Board of NAM. In April 2007, he becomes Chair through 2008. Nationwide,... - August 04, 2006 - CAI