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Business Alliance Rally 2012 Lends Support to Alzheimers NC
Join local businesses in support of Alzheimers North Carolina at Women's Power Networking "Business Alliance Rally 2012” vendor and business expo in Raleigh, NC May 19th. - April 20, 2012 - Women's Power Networking
Rocky Mountain Urgent Care Earns Urgent Care Center Accreditation
Urgent Care Center Accreditation ensures the provision of quality healthcare and the principles of professionalism. - April 20, 2012 - American Academy of Urgent Care Medicine
Religion Communicators Council Encourages Values and Honor in Today’s World
The Religion Communicators Council held their annual convention in Philadelphia, with members flying in from all over the country. - April 20, 2012 - Religion Communicators Council
Justice and Corrections Expert Tapped as IJIS Institute's New Assistant Director for Programs
The IJIS Institute, a nonprofit organization that focuses on mission-critical information sharing for justice, public safety, and homeland security, is pleased to announce the appointment of Robert L. May II as the Institute’s new Assistant Director – Program Services. For 24 of his 36... - April 20, 2012 - IJIS Institute
IEEE DySPAN 2012 to Explore Dynamic Spectrum Access & Cognitive Radio Technologies & Policies from October 16 – 19, 2012 in Bellevue, Washington
International Event Dedicated to the Efficient Use of the Radio Spectrum Announces May 18, 2012 as “Call for Papers” Deadline - April 19, 2012 - IEEE Communications Society
Angela Barrie Joins i4cp as New SVP of Sales
Former Aon Hewitt, Towers Watson Sales Executive Will Lead New Member Development - April 19, 2012 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
Illinois Residents Can Consult a Lawyer at No Cost on Saturday, April 28
Lawyer volunteers will be able to answer questions about consumer problems, family law, estate planning, personal injury, or any other legal situations affecting individuals. - April 19, 2012 - Illinois State Bar Association
Carolina Travelers Can Come Home for Care on MedCenter Air Jets with New Partnership
MedCenter Air and Air Ambulance Card® partner for medical evacuation membership offer. Travelers can come home for treatment no matter where they fall sick or injured. MedCenter Air is the preferred provider of medical flights under the program. - April 19, 2012 - Air Ambulance Card, LLC
North Carolina Consumers Council Announces Auto Recall Alert Service
If a recall was issued for your vehicle today, would you find out about it? What if the recall involves a critical safety issue that could put your family at risk? Will you find out in time? The North Carolina Consumers Council (NCCC), a non-profit consumer advocacy organization that has been... - April 18, 2012 - North Carolina Consumers Council
KOSBE Executive Director to Have Local Book Preview and Signing
On Saturday, April 21, local author, Aundrea Wilcox, will have a local book preview and signing from 1 – 3 p.m. located at The Acoustic Coffeehouse, 415 West Walnut Street, Johnson City. Her first book, Startup Savvy: Strategies for Optimizing Small Business Survival and Success, was... - April 18, 2012 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
Patient First Earns Urgent Care Center Accreditation
Congratulations to Patient First which operates Urgent Care Centers in Pennsylvania, Virginia and Maryland, the latest group to earn Urgent Care Center Accreditation with the American Academy of Urgent Care Medicine (AAUCM). Accreditation is a voluntary process through which an Urgent Care Center... - April 18, 2012 - American Academy of Urgent Care Medicine
TSBDC-Certified Counselor Available for One-On-One Business Counseling at the Rogersville Chamber of Commerce
The Tennessee Small Business Development Center (TSBDC) at ETSU Kingsport Affiliate Office will have a certified counselor on hand by appointment only for free business counseling on the Thursday, April 26 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Rogersville Chamber of Commerce, located at 107 East Main... - April 18, 2012 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
Local 342 Members Working at Catholic Nursing Home in Queens Look to Religious Leaders for Support
"Selfish Employer’s Policies Hurting Workers and Putting Patient Care at Risk," According to the Union and its members working at the facility - April 16, 2012 - UFCW Local 342
Expanded Collection Industry Newsletter Launched called "The Debt Collector"
Distributed to over 25,000 collection industry professionals, "The Debt Collector.org" will provide news, videos, links and information covering the many facets of the accounts receivable management industry today. It will be delivered free to subscribers via email on a daily basis. - April 14, 2012 - National Board of Collection Attorneys
Triangle Engineering Firms Pay It Forward
Local transportation engineering, design, and construction firms have picked up WTS’s mission to support STEM education and outreach. They are supporting WTS’s initiatives with their time and money. Sponsors of “A Night of New Horizons” Scholarship and Awards Gala include: AECOM, Atkins Global, CH Engineering, PLLC, Ecological Engineering, LLP, Eydo, HNTB North Carolina, PC, H.W. Lochner, Inc., Martin/Alexiou/Bryson PC, Mulkey Engineers & Consultants, Inc., Richardson Smith Gardner & Associates. - April 14, 2012 - WTS - NC Triangle Chapter
Meet the Islington Chamber of Commerce's Small Business CSR Champion
The ICoC is keen to support and encourage the small business community in CSR pursuits. They are pleased to announce that one of their most active members will be representing the small business voice in the CSR agenda. Jo Langdale, Chartered Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Personnel &... - April 14, 2012 - Islington Chamber of Commerce
The Islington Chamber and Camden Business Network Want to Get Businesses Funded
In this tough economic climate, it's more difficult than ever before for small businesses to find funding to grow. Many SMEs lack confidence in the banking system to approach their local banks for bank loans. On the 18th April The ICoC and Camden Business Network are proud to present a high impact... - April 14, 2012 - Islington Chamber of Commerce
Joint Scholarships for Hong Kong Private Wealth Management Professionals
The Hong Kong Securities Institute (HKSI) today announced the offer of three scholarships for Private Wealth Management (PWM) professionals in Hong Kong. The scholarships, each worth HKD42,000, are being jointly offered by the HKSI, Association of International Wealth Management (AIWM) and AZEK. - April 14, 2012 - Hong Kong Securities and Investment Institute
Federal Labs, Industry to Meet in Pittsburgh to Foster Technology Transfer
The Federal Laboratory Consortium for Technology Transfer (FLC), which works to bring government research to the private sector, will hold its 2012 national meeting in Pittsburgh from April 30-May 3. More than 400 federal and industry technology transfer professionals, patent attorneys, licensing... - April 12, 2012 - Federal Laboratory Consortium for Technology Transfer (FLC)
Junior League’s Bargain Box Hosts Fashion Show at Citrus to Combat Childhood Hunger and Poverty
Junior League’s Bargain Box Hosts Fashion Show at Citrus to Combat Childhood Hunger and Poverty. Public tickets are available for purchase at jlgo.org. - April 12, 2012 - Junior League of Greater Orlando
Wireless Innovation Forum Announces Multiple New Projects Resulting from 71st Working Meeting
The Wireless Innovation Forum (www.WirelessInnovation.org), a non-profit international industry association dedicated to driving the future of radio communications and systems worldwide, recently held its 71st Working Meeting 12-14 March, 2012, resulting in the announcement of several new projects... - April 11, 2012 - Wireless Innovation Forum
UFCW Local 342 Donates 375 Easter Baskets to Underprivileged Children
Members of UFCW Local 342, a union that emphasizes service and enriching the local communities where its members work, recently delivered 375 Easter baskets to four charitable organizations located within its surrounding neighborhoods so that underprivileged children in the area could have an opportunity to further enjoy their Easter. - April 11, 2012 - UFCW Local 342
Astronaut Story Musgrave to Give Talk on “How to Design a Life for Yourself, One Step at a Time”
Story Musgrave, a NASA Astronaut for more than 30 years, will speak on “How to Design a Life for Yourself, One Step at a Time,” at the NC Triangle Chapter of WTS International, annual scholarship and awards gala on April 25 at Raleigh’s Cardinal Club. - April 11, 2012 - WTS - NC Triangle Chapter
ABAOC Announces Small Business Development Day on April 19 in Anaheim
Asian Business Association of Orange County is hosting Small Business Development Day on April 19 at Anaheim Marriott. Over 250 Small Business Owners, Entrepreneurs, Start-ups and Growing Businesses will participate in an engaging conference that highlights live workshops, seminars, keynotes, networking and exhibition. - April 10, 2012 - Asian Business Association Orange County
One of Europe's Largest Young Professional Networking Organizations Returns to London
EYP Global, one of Europe's largest young professional networking organizations, re-establishes its London community with a new team and a new approach. - April 10, 2012 - YoPro Global Inc
A Monthly Business Luncheon and Powerful Networking Experience for Business Professionals
Networking opportunities allow business professionals to meet other like minded professionals. It’s a great way to market and build business success. The Smart Talk Business Luncheon Series will provide a personal atmosphere for a powerful networking experience. - April 10, 2012 - Westchester Networking for Professionals
Professional Networking Association Launches 2012 Membership Drive
Membership with Westchester Networking for Professionals (WNFP) will allow area businesses to increase exposure amongst local professionals and represent business interests. The Membership Drive is one of the avenues WNFP will be using to attract new members. - April 10, 2012 - Westchester Networking for Professionals
NC Stangs Mustang Club Located in Asheville, NC is Excited to Announce Their 3rd Annual Open Car Show and Swap Meet, June 2nd 2012, Proceeds Benefit Hope for Horses
This year’s show will be on Saturday June 2nd, 2012. Show hours are 10 am - 4pm. NC Stangs will host the event at Kmart, 1001 Patton Ave, Asheville NC 28806. All cars, trucks, imports, motorcycles and “other” are welcome. All proceeds to benefit Hope for Horses. Hope for Horses works with animal control in Buncombe and surrounding counties by assisting in rescues and providing valuable rehabilitation and adoption services throughout Western North Carolina. - April 09, 2012 - NC Stangs
Raleigh’s Business Alliance Rally 2012 Spotlights Industry Experts to Lead Breakout Sessions at Expo
Women’s Power Networking’s annual event features breakout sessions with local business owners and entrepreneurs at the WPN Business Alliance Rally May 19th business expo. - April 07, 2012 - Women's Power Networking
Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville Creates Positive Change Through the Arts
Nashville Church of Scientology hosts seminar to help up and coming film makers. - April 07, 2012 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
New 6-Part Series of Guides from National Assoc. for Community College Entrepreneurship Shows How to Build a Strong Entrepreneurship Education Program
The National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship (NACCE) has introduced a series of six Quick Start Guides designed to help community colleges launch high-impact entrepreneurship programs. The guides, which can be purchased through a subscription or individually, cover essential... - April 06, 2012 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
NAFA Heads Back to the Future at 2012 Institute & Expo
NAFA Fleet Management Association is proud to announce Dr. Peter Bishop and Jim Kenzie as Keynote Speakers for NAFA's 2012 Institute & Expo. - April 06, 2012 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
NARI Members Jarro Building Industries Corp., of East Meadow, NY and Utica Avenue Plumbing Supply, of Brooklyn, NY, on NBC’s George to the Rescue
Two members of The National Association of the Remodeling Industry, Jarro Building Industries Corp. and Utica Avenue Plumbing, will be featured on an episode of NBC’s George to the Rescue television show. The program, which airs Saturday, April 7 at 10:00am, is hosted by George Oliphant, and... - April 06, 2012 - The National Association of the Remodeling Industry
Colorado BioScience Association Appoints Four Industry Leaders to Board of Directors
Four industry executives were named to the Colorado BioScience Association (CBSA) Board of Directors at its 2012 Annual All-Member Meeting. New CBSA director appointments include James Chomas, Ph.D., Founder & CEO, Surefire Medical; Scott Deeter, President & CEO, Ventria Bioscience; Brent Fassett, Partner, Cooley LLP; and Kerry Ingalls, Vice President of Colorado Operations, Amgen. - April 05, 2012 - Colorado BioScience Association
Broader, Deeper, More Universal – Sercos III Specification Update V1.3 Now Available
The Sercos vendor organizations have released an update to the specification for the Sercos III Real-time Ethernet solution. - April 05, 2012 - SERCOS North America
The Women's Venture Fund Helps Women Entrepreneurs Thrive
Maria Otero, Founder and President of the Women's Venture Fund, testifies at the joint NYC Council Committee on Small Business Issues and the Committee on Women's Issues held last Friday, March 30, 2012 at City Hall. - April 04, 2012 - Women's Venture Fund
June-Yi Lee, Ph.D. Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Publication
June-Yi Lee, Ph.D., of Honolulu, Hawaii, has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the fields of education and research. About June-Yi Lee, Ph.D. Dr. Lee has had more than eight years of experience as an... - April 01, 2012 - Strathmore Worldwide
Ravi Bulusu Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Publication
Ravi Bulusu, of Secaucus, New Jersey, has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of information technology. About Ravi Bulusu Mr. Bulusu has over nine years of experience in technology and consulting. - March 31, 2012 - Strathmore Worldwide
Estacy Porter Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Publication
Estacy Porter, of the Bronx, New York, has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of healthcare. About Estacy Porter Ms. Porter has had a varied career in the healthcare field for more than 16 years. - March 31, 2012 - Strathmore Worldwide
Wayne Meadows Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Publication
Mr. Wayne Meadows of Mount Dora, Florida, has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the Consulting industry. About Wayne Meadows Mr. Meadows is the President of Facilities Management Consulting Inc. He is... - March 31, 2012 - Strathmore Worldwide
Harvardwood Congratulates Its "Most Staffable TV Writers" for 2012
Five writers have been selected for the 2nd annual list of Harvardwood’s Most Staffable TV Writers. A panel of 22 industry professionals selected these writers based on their original TV pilots completed during the Harvardwood Writers Program this past fall. - March 31, 2012 - Harvardwood
An Exhibit of The History of Maine Labor Mural
Exhibit: The History of Maine Labor Mural - Shows the famous labor mural by artist Judy Taylor that was removed from the Maine Department of Labor by Governor Paul LePage. A vivid testimony to the debate on where art and politics meet. April 22 to May 6, 2012. Opening Reception: Sunday, April 22, 2:00 PM. Panel discussion with union officials, artists, and academics on Saturday, April 28, 1:30-2:45 PM. - March 30, 2012 - Lawrence History Center
KOSBE Calling for Entries Early This Year in the Prestigious Small Business Annual Awards Celebration
On April 1, the Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship (KOSBE) will begin accepting applications and nominations for its Annual KOSBE Awards from KOSBE clients, Kingsport Chamber members and non-members alike. - March 30, 2012 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
AACS Launches First-Ever CME Repository for Cosmetic Surgeons
The American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery's new online continuing medical education repository for doctors provides a central online solution for AACS members to view their Academy CMEs and also log their CMEs from other non-AACS educational events. - March 30, 2012 - American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery
Artist Invites Public to Engage and Observe the Creative Process
Artist-in-Residence with painter Hazel Belvo, April 9-22 at the Grand Marais Art Colony. Renowned visual artist, Hazel Belvo, will open the artist studio to the community through a daily open house and three public lectures with the intent of dispelling the untouchable mystique surrounding art to... - March 30, 2012 - Grand Marais Art Colony
WTS Annual Scholarship and Awards Gala to Feature Astronaut Story Musgrave
“A Night of New Horizons” will be the theme of WTS NC Triangle Chapter’s Annual Scholarship and Awards Gala held on April 25th, 2012 at the Cardinal Club in Raleigh, NC. The theme was inspired by featured speaker Astronaut Story Musgrave. Mr. Musgrave is an engaging modern-day renaissance man, and will share his remarkable story at the gala. In addition, the emcee will be WRAL reporter and anchor Renee Chou. WTS-NC Triangle Chapter's gala raises funds for college scholarships and outreach. - March 30, 2012 - WTS - NC Triangle Chapter
Religion Communicators Council Reaches Out
The Religion Communicators Council hold monthly programs to increase PR and communications skills. This month, Nashville’s chapter heard from a PR man with over 20 years of experience. - March 29, 2012 - Religion Communicators Council
Hartzell Propeller - Major Sponsor of the IMC Club’s Website
Hartzell Propeller Inc. has become a major sponsor of the IMC Club International’s website, enabling a far reaching overhaul and redesign of the Club’s internet presence. “I would like to extend my sincere appreciation to Hartzell Propeller’s President Joe Brown for his and... - March 29, 2012 - IMCClubs.org
Butterfly Release and Egg Hunt
St. Gregory’s Episcopal Church and The Chapel of St. Andrew Episcopal Church on the Campus of St. Andrew’s School will host the annual Butterfly Release and Easter Egg Hunt, Saturday, April 7, 2012 at 4pm at the Chapel of St. Andrew on the Campus of St. Andrew’s School in Boca... - March 28, 2012 - Saint Gregorys Episcopal Church
NC Center for Women in Public Service Executive Director Speaks at 2012 Women’s History Month Event
Annette Taylor Presents Historical Facts Regarding Women in Advocacy - March 28, 2012 - NCCWPS