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IEEE GLOBECOM 2011 Dedicated to the Advance of Real-World Telecommunications, Engineering Methods and IT Business Systems
More Than 2,000 Industry Professionals to Attend the Premier, International Communications Conference to be Held 5 – 9 December - September 22, 2011 - IEEE Communications Society
The National Pollution Prevention Roundtable Announces: the 2011 MVP2 Award Winners
The 2011 Most Valuable Pollution Prevention (MVP2) awards presented by the National Pollution Prevention Roundtable (NPPR) celebrates the successes of innovations in the areas of pollution prevention and sustainability. The MVP2 awards are presented annually during National Pollution Prevention... - September 22, 2011 - National Pollution Prevention Roundtable
Anfi Seabed Clean Up
The Anfi Group launched their “End of Summer Beach Clean Up” as it gets ready for the winter season. - September 22, 2011 - Anfi Group
Tabitha N. Lovelace Recently Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Publication
Tabitha N. Lovelace, of Austin, Texas, has been recently included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the food industry. About Tabitha N. Lovelace Ms. Lovelace has had several years of experience in the food industry. - September 21, 2011 - Strathmore Worldwide
Innovative Thought Leaders Address the 2011 Rocky Mountain Life Science Investor Conference in Denver
The 2011 Rocky Mountain Life Science Investor and Partnering Conference (RMLIPC) will host several keynote speakers who are shaping the future of bioscience. The conference is being held September 21-22 at The Brown Palace Hotel, Denver, CO. - September 21, 2011 - Colorado BioScience Association
NAFA Presents First-Ever "Mastering International Fleet Management" Seminar
NAFA Fleet Management will hold its first ever seminar on international fleet management November 1-3, 2011 at the Jupiter Beach Resort & Spa in Jupiter, Florida. - September 21, 2011 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Richard W. Platt Recently Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Publication
Richard W. Platt, of Ashtabula, Ohio, has been recently included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the information technology field. About Richard W. Platt Mr. Platt has had more than 25 years of experience in the... - September 21, 2011 - Strathmore Worldwide
Nicole Duclos Recently Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Publication
Ms. Nicole Duclos, of Punta Arenas, Chile, has been recently included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of law. About Nicole Duclos Ms. Duclos has had 10 years of experience in the legal field. She has been... - September 21, 2011 - Strathmore Worldwide
Joan W. Coner Recently Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Publication
Joan W. Coner, of Portsmouth, Virginia, has been recently included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of healthcare consulting. About Joan W. Coner Ms. Coner has more than 40 years of experience encompassing... - September 21, 2011 - Strathmore Worldwide
Arthur W. Boedecker Recently Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Publication
Arthur W. Boedecker, of Charleston, West Virginia, has been recently included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of unions/memberships. - September 21, 2011 - Strathmore Worldwide
Hillside International Chapel & Truth Center, Inc. Celebrates 40th Anniversary with Musical Drama: "The House That Faith Built" – October 1, 2011
Hillside International Chapel & Truth Center, under the leadership of Bishop Dr. Barbara L. King, is celebrating 40 years of providing spiritual teachings and services throughout the world. To culminate Hillside’s 40th anniversary celebration, Hillside will present “The House That Faith Built”, a musical drama, on Saturday, October 1, 2011 at 7:00 pm. This production will be held in Hillside’s Sanctuary at 2450 Cascade Road, SW, Atlanta, GA 30311. - September 20, 2011 - Hillside International Chapel & Truth Center, Inc.
Church of Scientology’s ARTlightenment is Setting the Stage for Its Third Year
In a city renowned for performing artists and songwriters, it’s easy to overlook the amazing visual art being produced in Nashville and Middle Tennessee. - September 19, 2011 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Early-Bird Savings for NAFA's Fleet Management Seminars End on September 21
NAFA Fleet Management Association will hold two fleet management educational seminars in New Orleans this October. - September 18, 2011 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
BTEC Next Webinar to Compare and Contrast Woody and Agricultural Biomass
This webinar will examine the similarities and differences between woody and non-woody biomass with regards to supply, feedstock processing, and combustion. Additionally, the webinar will identify opportunities and challenges for expanding agricultural biomass to new markets and end users. - September 17, 2011 - Biomass Thermal Energy Council
Tour the Homes and Inner Lives of Masters of Creative Living at the Sweet Spot Salon
Introducing The Sweet Spot Salon, a no-cost weekly teleseries presented by Claire O’Connor, a pioneer in blending the worlds of interior design, environmental psychology and spirituality. Starting October 5, join leaders in the fields of creativity and consciousness as they open their homes... - September 16, 2011 - Sweet Spot Salon
Tips on Hiring for Backyard Storm Cleanup
The Professional Landcare Network reminds consumers how to select a landscape, lawn care, or tree care company to help with prevention and after-storm cleanup. - September 16, 2011 - PLANET
Junior League Asks Orlando Community to Hustle to End Child Hunger - Volunteer Organization Hosts Fundraising 5K October 27th and Says "Bring Canned Food"
After kicking off a new League year with a focus on childhood health, hunger and poverty, the Junior League of Greater Orlando will host its fourth annual Harvest Hustle 5K run/walk October 27th in Baldwin Park to support the Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida and to fund League-sponsored community programs focused on ending childhood hunger. To register, please visit www.jlgo.org or www.run4acause.org/jlgo - September 15, 2011 - Junior League of Greater Orlando
Lauren Jones Named TAG’s Director of Membership and Corporate Events
Technology Association of Georgia Enhances Membership Team with New Hire - September 14, 2011 - TAG think
WPI to Conduct Six Sigma Green Belt Certification in Marlborough
WPI to implement its first training program in Marlborough - September 14, 2011 - Marlborough Economic Development Corporation
National Board of Collection Attorneys Aiming to Fill Marketing Niche for Collection Attorneys and Law Firms
The National Board of Collection Attorneys is an entirely new opportunity that can fill a marketing gap for collection attorneys and law firm collectors. Working in conjunction with the established credit industry associations, law lists and other certification programs, NBCA certification provides a fresh and comprehensive method to improve law firm visibility. - September 14, 2011 - National Board of Collection Attorneys
TAG Education Collaborative Announces CIO from Cbeyond to Join Board of Directors
TAG Education Collaborative (TAG-Ed), the charitable organization established by the Technology Association of Georgia (TAG) that is dedicated to preparing the next-generation workforce through better education and real-life job experiences, announced today the addition of Carrie Wheeler, Chief Information Officer at Cbeyond, to the Board of Directors. - September 12, 2011 - TAG think
Adoption Goes Mobile
Lifetime Adoption's Open Adoption iPhone app brings adoption education and pregnancy options directly to mobile devices. The free app provides information and help, but also links to over 150 families waiting to adopt. - September 12, 2011 - Lifetime Adoption Center
9/11 & Heroes Memorial Event Hosted by the Brotherhood for Sheepdog
The Brotherhood for Sheepdog is running a 9/11 & Heroes Memorial Event during the week of September 11th-18th. This is a nationwide event for people to take the time to recognize & support a noble cause and reflect on being an American. - September 12, 2011 - Brotherhood, LLC
TAG FinTech Announces Date for FinTech Georgia 2011
TAG FinTech, a society of Technology Association of Georgia (TAG), announced that FinTech Georgia 2011 will be held November 16 from 10:00 a.m. -7:00 p.m. at the Ritz Carlton, Buckhead. - September 12, 2011 - TAG think
The 2011 Longview Art and World Music Festival Will be KC's First "Zero to Landfill" Festival Event
100% of the food waste, trash and disposed products generated at the event will be recycled. - September 12, 2011 - Summit Art Inc.
First-Ever "Share Your NAFA Story Contest" is Underway
Two NAFA Members will win iPads for having the best story in NAFA's first-ever "Share Your NAFA Story Contest." - September 11, 2011 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Midwestern University College of Dental Medicine - Illinois Adds Dr. Umar Haque to Its Faculty
Midwestern University has a new Dental College in Downers Grove, Illinois. The inaugural batch has just begun and Dr. Umar Haque has joined the faculty. - September 11, 2011 - Oak Brook Smiles
The CEO University Launches in Los Angeles, Orange and Ventura Counties: Executive Organization to Host Information and Networking Sessions in New SoCal Markets
The CEO University (CEOU), a new executive organization that uniquely melds corporate culture with financial success, is launching in Los Angeles, Orange and Ventura Counties. In each of these new markets, CEOU will host networking and information sessions for local executives and entrepreneurs,... - September 10, 2011 - The CEO University
SIP Forum to Have Strong Presence at ITEXPO in Austin, TX
Association Sponsor of ITEXPO and co-located events including 4G Wireless Evolution, and the SIP Tutorial; Leadership to participate in multiple sessions, panels and tutorials, Chairman Richard Shockey to Moderate Keynote Luncheon Panel on “End of POTS” - September 09, 2011 - SIP Forum
National Board of Collection Attorneys Announces Founding Advisory Board
Founded to help collection attorneys and their collection staff meet the competition associated with Creditors' Rights and Collection Law along with the other challenges of a rapidly changing economy, a group of professionals with decades of experience in the collection industry have formed a new organization and installed an experienced Advisory Board. - September 09, 2011 - National Board of Collection Attorneys
KOSBE Client, Jennings Group to Hold Open House and Ribbon Cutting
The Kingsport Area Chamber of Commerce will host a ribbon cutting and open house for KOSBE Client, Jennings Group on Thursday, Sept. 15, at 3 p.m. located at 1567 N. Eastman Road, Suite 1, Kingsport. Jennings Group is a new and innovative tax and bookkeeping service that is unlike other accounting... - September 09, 2011 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
“Virtual Intensive Course on Wireless Communications Engineering” to be Held 26 – 30 September 2011 by IEEE ComSoc Training
Group Rates Available for Online Session Dedicated to Wireless Network Operations, Technology Implementations & Overall System Design - September 08, 2011 - IEEE Communications Society
IEEE SmartGridComm 2011 to Explore World’s Power Delivery Infrastructure from October 17 – 20, 2011 in Brussels, Belgium
2nd Annual Conference to Highlight Latest Technologies for Supporting the Two-Way Flow of Energy, Quickly Overcoming Power Outages & Optimizing Energy Consumption - September 08, 2011 - IEEE Communications Society
KOSBE Calling for Entries in the Prestigious Small Business Annual Awards Celebration
On August 12, the Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship (KOSBE) began accepting applications and nominations for its Annual KOSBE Awards from KOSBE clients, Kingsport Chamber members and non-members alike. This year there are ten categories of competition. There... - September 08, 2011 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
Companies Tying Pay to Performance Increases 17% in Last Two Years
New i4cp report reveals how high-performance organizations are more effective at using pay for performance approaches. - September 08, 2011 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
TechAmerica Georgia Announces New Advisory Board Members
TechAmerica Georgia, the national partner of the Technology Association of Georgia (TAG), today announced twelve new members to the 2011 TechAmerica Georgia Council advisory board. The new board members include: · Bruce Kopkin, Mid-Atlantic Sales Director, IBM; · Dan Mondor,... - September 08, 2011 - TAG think
WACPP Mental Health Teleconference Earns National Recognition: Special Achievement Award from the American Academy of Pediatrics
The Wisconsin Alliance of Child Psychiatry and Pediatrics (WACPP) was recently awarded a Special Achievement Award from the national American Academy of Pediatrics. WACPP hosted a series of free, accredited webinars for primary care providers on mental health assessment, diagnosis and treatment. Participants included pediatricians, family practitioners, nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants and social workers. - September 08, 2011 - Wisconsin Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics
2011 Rocky Mountain Life Science Investor and Partnering Conference Attracts More Than 30 International Investors to Denver September 21-22
More than 30 leading biotech, device, diagnostic and pharma investors from across the country and world will be coming to Denver to create the newest deals and shape the future landscape of the life science industry. The Rocky Mountain Life Science Investor & Partnering Conference (RMLIPC) is September 21-22 at the Brown Palace Hotel. - September 07, 2011 - Colorado BioScience Association
Brother2Brother Emphasizes Academic Success and Graduation at IU Northwest
The Brother2Brother (B2B) College Success Program begins its fourth year on the campus of IU Northwest in Gary, Indiana with one goal in mind: Making sure that all male college students, particularly those of ethnic minority descent, do not permanently leave campus until they have earned an undergraduate degree. - September 06, 2011 - Brother2Brother (B2B) College Success Program
New Collection Attorney Board of Certification Launched
Founded to help collection attorneys and their collection staff meet the competition associated with Creditors' Rights and Collection Law along with the other challenges of a rapidly changing economy, a group of professionals with decades of experience in the collection industry have formed a new organization. - September 06, 2011 - National Board of Collection Attorneys
Action Party of Morton Grove Announces 5th Annual Golf Outing
The "Jack O'Brien Memorial Golf Outing and Dinner" which is named for one of the Action Party of Morton Grove's founders - will be held on Sunday, September 25, 2011. - September 06, 2011 - Action Party of Morton Grove
New Data Breach Study Shows Over 806.2 Million Records Disclosed, Estimated Cost of $156.7 Billion
The Digital Forensics Association announces the release of their second annual data breach report. "The Leaking Vault 2011- Six Years of Data Breaches" analyzes 3,765 data loss incidents, with a known disclosure of 806.2 million records. - September 05, 2011 - Digital Forensics Association
Over 900 So-Cal Real Estate Professionals, Property Managers and Vendors Expected for Free 11th Annual Trade Show and Education Conference
Apartment Association of Greater Inland Empire (AAGIE) offers region’s largest rental housing industry tradeshow, attracting decision makers of over 60,000 residential units. - September 04, 2011 - Apartment Association Greater Inland Empire (AAGIE)
OCW Consortium Partners with leading European Universities to Expand the Impact of OpenCourseWare on Virtual Mobility in Europe
A consortium of leaders in the open education movement has been awarded a grant from the European Union’s Lifelong Learning program. The consortium partners include the OpenCourseWare Consortium, Delft University of Technology (the Netherlands), Universidad Politécnica Madrid (Spain),... - September 03, 2011 - OpenCourseWare Consortium
San Diego South County Chamber Presents Part 1 of Survive & Thrive Breakfast Series in Chula Vista
San Diego South Chamber of Commerce hosts the Chamber Breakfast: Part 1 of a life-changing “How to Survive & Thrive During Tough Economic Times” series with workshop facilitators, Jeff Morris and Gregory A. Spencer of SpendSmart.org. - September 03, 2011 - San Diego South County Chamber of Commerce
Brady Cannon Named Programs Director for TAG Savannah Office
Technology Association of Georgia Strengthens and Expands Presence in Costal Georgia - September 02, 2011 - TAG think
Post Acute Network Spotlight - Creating Sustained Improvements in the Patient Satisfaction Survey Process
The patient satisfaction survey process is critical to health care organizations. However, many continue to struggle as they try to collect this important data. A new product may hold the answer; improving efficiency while delivering real-time results. Post Acute Network has the exclusive interview with the developers of ePatSat. - September 01, 2011 - iPACC - Integrated Post Acute Care Corporation
Top Atlanta Technology Executives to Discuss the Rules of Social Business
TAG and TAG Social Business Society Host Upcoming CIO Panel. The Technology Association of Georgia (TAG), the state's leading association dedicated to the promotion and economic advancement of Georgia's technology industry, and the TAG Social Business society are hosting a CIO panel discussion on... - September 01, 2011 - TAG think
Washington Urgent Care Achieves Urgent Care Center Accreditation
Washington Urgent Care has achieved Urgent Care Center Accreditation from the American Academy of Urgent Care Medicine. - September 01, 2011 - American Academy of Urgent Care Medicine
Lake Norman HBA Will Host Local Economist to Discuss "Charlotte and the Lake Norman Housing Market"
The Lake Norman Home Builders Association will host Chuck Graham, local economist and principal of Newton Graham Consultants, a Charlotte, N.C.-based management consulting firm that specializes in the home building industry. Graham will be LNHBA’s featured speaker at Galway Hooker Restaurant & Irish Pub, 17044 Kenton Drive, Cornelius, NC 28031 on Thursday, September 8 at 6:00 p.m. Tickets are $25 and includes hors d'oeuvres. - August 31, 2011 - Lake Norman Home Builders Association