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iFabbo Launches in London with VIP Blogger Event
The beauty, fashion and lifestyle organization holds its first event overseas - July 02, 2011 - iFabbo - International Fashion & Beauty Bloggers' Organization
Leave it to the Pros: Wisconsin Pediatricians Urge Caregivers to Prohibit Use of Fireworks
WIAAP (Wisconsin Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics) members encourage families and caregivers to think twice before using fireworks at home. There are a surprising number of fires, injuries and deaths each year resulting from casual usage of fireworks. Instead of purchasing fireworks for use at home, WIAAP suggests taking advantage of the numerous displays available through professionals during the Independence Day holidays. - July 01, 2011 - Wisconsin Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics
NAFDMA’s 2011 Advanced Learning Retreat - Save the Date
North American Farmers’ Direct Marketing Association announces their sixth annual Advanced Learning Retreat (ALR). - July 01, 2011 - NAFDMA
Rotary District 7640 in South Jersey Inducts New Leaders
Rotary International District 7640 in South Jersey inducted a new District Governor, Leadership Team and Club Presidents for the 2011-2012 term of service. - July 01, 2011 - Rotary International District 7640
Modern Insurance Chosen by Global Risk LLC to Create Exclusive Yacht Brokers Association Professional Liability Program
Modern Insurance Consultants (MIC) is pleased to announce its selection by Global Risk LLC to be the exclusive provider of Professional Liability Insurance for the Florida Yacht Brokers Association (FYBA). “We’re very excited to be selected to provide FYBA’s membership access to... - July 01, 2011 - Modern Insurance Consultants
IEEE WCNC 2012 to Explore Wireless Communications Advances in Paris, France from April 1 – 4, 2012
Premier International Forum Announces September 12, 2011 as “Call for Papers” Deadline - June 29, 2011 - IEEE Communications Society
Colorado BioScience Association Showcases Colorado's Bioscience Industry at BIO 2011 Conference in Washington DC, June 27-30
Colorado BioScience Association (CBSA) will head the Colorado Pavilion at the Biotechnology Industry Organization’s (BIO) International Convention in Washington DC, June 27-30. The Colorado Pavilion, located in booth # 2107 of the Exhibit Hall area, includes a number of companies and partners helping to grow the bioscience industry in the state. - June 29, 2011 - Colorado BioScience Association
WikiHorseWorld.com Names Hillorie Bachmann-Vidal as Senior Vice President of Marketing
WikiHorseWorld.com, a leading horse and equestrian website, today announced Hillorie Bachmann-Vidal as the website's new Senior Vice President of Marketing. - June 29, 2011 - Dream World Technology Inc.
IEEE ICC 2011 Explores Global Advance of Wireless System & Networking Communications in Kyoto, Japan
Themed the "Source of Innovation: Back to the Origin,” the IEEE International Communications Conference (ICC 2011) recently concluded its latest annual event with over 1,800 international experts participating in 1,200 presentations dedicated to next-generation wireless and optical... - June 28, 2011 - IEEE Communications Society
The Hot Wives Club, Announces Its Launch Event: "the Coachella of Personal Growth" Here and Now
The Hot Wives Club, a positive online community dedicated to assisting women around the world, has galvanized a group of top notch coaches/speakers for the “Here and Now” event. “The Coachella of Personal Growth” will take place on Sunday, June 26th, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. - June 25, 2011 - The Hot Wives Club
AB 1148, the California DISCLOSE ACT of 2012, Sponsored by California Clean Money Campaign, Endorsed by California Church IMPACT
California Church IMPACT, an organization representing 21 denominations with 1.5 million members within the mainline and progressive Protestant communities of faith, has endorsed AB 1148, the California DISCLOSE Act of 2012, saying that "The overwhelming power of money to mislead voters is a profound moral issue." - June 24, 2011 - California Clean Money Campaign
Jeriel Roberts Achieves Significant Milestone as Toastmaster
Jeriel Roberts Achieves Significant Milestone as Competent Communicator from Toastmasters International. - June 24, 2011 - Toastmasters Club of Union
Millburn Resident Gints Gulbis Achieves Significant Milestone as Toastmaster
Toastmasters International announced today that Millburn, NJ resident, Gints Gulbis has achieved Competent Leader award. - June 24, 2011 - Toastmasters Club of Union
Texas Student Wins NWTF’s National FFA Scholarship
The NWTF has awarded David Underwood, of Dimmitt, Texas, a $5,000 National FFA Collegiate Scholarship. - June 24, 2011 - National Wild Turkey Federation
Journey of Hope: Fraternity Cyclists to Arrive in Denver, Raising Awareness for People with Disabilities
Simply put, Push America serves people with disabilities. They were founded on the premise that people with disabilities are no different than people without disabilities, and it is the organization’s vision to raise the level of awareness about people with disabilities. Journey of Hope is a vehicle for us to achieve this goal. - June 24, 2011 - Push America
KOSBE Award Winner, Picsee Studio to Hold Ribbon Cutting and Soiree
Photography with Heart - June 24, 2011 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
NAPNAP Submits Comments to FDA Regarding Dosing of Nonprescription Medications for Children
Today the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners’ (NAPNAP) submitted comments to the FDA’s Nonprescription Drugs Advisory Committee and the Pediatric Advisory Committee regarding dosing of nonprescription medications for children. Inaccurate dosing of over-the-counter... - June 23, 2011 - National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners
ICLEI USA Applauds Houston Mayor Parker for Receiving the 2011 U.S. Conference of Mayors’ Climate Protection Award
Mayor Parker and City of Houston Recognized by US Mayors for Implementing the Green Office Challenge, an Innovative ICLEI USA Program to Reduce GHG Emissions and Energy Consumption Among Businesses and Commercial Buildings – Millions of Dollars in Savings - June 22, 2011 - ICLEI USA
IFMA Phoenix Announces Winners of 2011 Awards of Excellence
The Greater Phoenix Chapter of IFMA announces the winners of the 8th Annual Awards of Excellence, which recognize groups and individuals who have made significant contributions to the facility management profession and the association. - June 22, 2011 - Greater Phoenix Chapter of IFMA
Journey of Hope: Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity Men Cycle Across Country for People with Disabilities
The Journey of Hope is a program of Push America, the national philanthropy of Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity, which raises money and awareness for people with disabilities. The three Journey of Hope teams (North, South, and Trans-America) consist of men from Pi Kappa Phi chapters across the country. The... - June 22, 2011 - Push America
The International Watch and Jewelry Guild Announces "Summer Expo 2011"
The International Watch and Jewelry Guild (IWJG) Summer Event to be held on June 27th and 28th at the Renowned Crowne Plaza O'Hare in Chicago, Illinois. - June 22, 2011 - The International Watch and Jewelry Guild
KOSBE Executive Director Releases First Book, Startup Savvy, to Help Small Businesses Stay in Business and Succeed
The new book is filled with professional advice and tips especially for potential entrepreneurs and any business in business less than five years. - June 21, 2011 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
TPC Scottsdale Becomes a Platinum Member of Audubon Lifestyles and the ISC
As a Platinum Member, TPC Scottsdale has joined a growing network of golf facilities who are actively showing their support of Audubon Lifestyles and ISC. - June 20, 2011 - ISC-Audubon
TAG Names Technology Legislators of the Year
The Technology Association of Georgia (TAG), the state’s leading association dedicated to the promotion and economic advancement of Georgia’s technology industry, today announced that Georgia Senator Barry Loudermilk (R-Cassville) and Representative Mike Dudgeon (R-Suwanee) have been... - June 18, 2011 - TAG think
National Association of Asian MBAs Announces First Global MBA Case Competition
Sponsored by Contact Singapore, Finalists Will Present at the Third Annual NAAMBA Leadership Conference & Exposition - June 17, 2011 - National Association of Asian MBAs
Call for Nominations: 2012 "Champions of Diversity"
"The List represent individuals who have demonstrated a commitment to solutions in diversity issues on a global and "national" scale. The honorees have made a significant impact on diversity issues in education, procurement, housing and employment. These unsung champions have not waved a diversity flag but rather have quietly made a difference in the lives of people by positively impacting their lives, and improving the economic conditions for their families and communities. - June 17, 2011 - DiversityBusiness.com
Capital and Innovation Topics of May 26th TAG Health Meeting
Two of the hottest topics in the Health Information Technology (HIT) field are finding capital and supporting innovation, and they were the focus of a May 26th meeting of Technology Association of Georgia (TAG) Health. TAG is the state’s leading association dedicated to the promotion and economic advancement of Georgia’s technology industry. - June 16, 2011 - TAG think
New Study: High Performance Organizations Place Greater Emphasis on Agility and Innovation
New findings available from the i4cp and Human Resource Executive® 2011 High Performance Organization Report. - June 16, 2011 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
Debra La Grone Joins Financial Aid Association as Training Specialist
New Staff Member Will Strengthen Training for Financial Aid Professionals - June 16, 2011 - National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators
12th Annual "Top Businesses in America" Awards Program Announced
The research allows entrepreneurs to be identified and honored for their business achievements on a national and regional basis. - June 16, 2011 - DiversityBusiness.com
Chrysalis Gets Organizing Make-Over by NAPO-LA
Chrysalis and NAPO-LA work together to organize the clothing that Chrysalis provides to its homeless clients. - June 16, 2011 - National Association of Professional Organizers - Los Angeles
KOSBE Award Winner Takes Reins of International Non-Profit
The Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship (KOSBE) is pleased to announce, Ellen Stroud, co-founder and vice president of Pinnacle Ranch has been elected chair of the Board of Directors for the Equine Assisted Growth and Learning Association (EAGALA). EAGALA is an... - June 16, 2011 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
KOSBE Client, Tracy's Tea House Now Open
Tracy's Tea House offers a the chance to experience a wide variety of unique Eastern and Western tea blends with mouth-watering meals on the menu. Currently, there are 19 organic and special blend teas offered and prepared in house. The teas on the menu were selected by owner, Tracy Law based on... - June 16, 2011 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
Iveta Topalova Selected as Vice-Chair of IJIS Institute Emerging Technology Advisory Committee
Microsoft’s Solutions Architect to Vice-Chair IJIS Institute Committee - June 16, 2011 - IJIS Institute
ICLEI USA and U.S. Green Building Council Launch National Press Club Leadership Speaker Series, June 28 - Washington, D.C.
Ambassador Sha Zukang, Secretary General of the United Nations Conference on Sustainable Development (Rio+20) to Deliver Inaugural Keynote Address During Important Gathering of Leading Figures from the Obama Administration, Cabinet Agencies, Academic Experts, Corporations, NGOs and Civil Society Groups. - June 16, 2011 - ICLEI USA
AUCD Convenes National Disability and Health Partners for Conference Event: Building Healthy Communities for Everyone
Today over 150 disability and health leaders from around the country will convene for “Building Healthy Communities for Everyone,” a three day conference event in Chicago, IL. The meeting is sponsored by the National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities (NCBDDD) of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in collaboration with AUCD, NCPAD and NACCHO. - June 14, 2011 - Association of University Centers on Disabilities
Biomass Thermal Energy Council to Host June 15 Webinar About Biomass Heating in Europe
On June 15 at 12 noon ET, BTEC will be hosting "Brits, Brussels and Biomass: The European Path to Renewable Heating." - June 13, 2011 - Biomass Thermal Energy Council
Cincinnati NSHMBA and State Farm Host Taste of “New” Oakley Networking Event
National Society of Hispanic MBAs Offers Insight into the Insurance Industry - June 12, 2011 - National Society of Hispanic MBAs
Virginia Student Wins National Scholarship
Ben Coates of Concord, Va., was selected from a group of 44 state scholarship recipients to be named the NWTF national scholarship winner. The combination of NWTF local, state and national funds awarded to Coates totaled $13,000. - June 11, 2011 - National Wild Turkey Federation
GRC Group (SOX Institute) Announces Winners for 2010 GRC MVP Awards
GRC Group (http://www.grcg.com) today announced the winners of its 2010 GRC MVP Awards. The 2010 GRC MVP Awards recognize individual achievement and professional contributions in governance, risk management, and compliance during the 2010 calendar year. “The GRC MVP Awards serve to draw... - June 10, 2011 - GRC Group
Nashville Church of Scientology Hosts Legendary Niacin Band Member John Novello
John Novello of Niacin, the neo-fusion instrumental trio, will be coming to Nashville on July 30th to deliver a seminar to encourage artists as well as hold a fundraiser for a local cause: helping artists. - June 10, 2011 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Primary Intelligence: Sources of Competitive Knowledge (Strategic and Competitive Intelligence Professionals Chapter Meeting)
Roger Phelps provides insight into effective primary intelligence gathering at the SCIP Greater Washington DC Chapter meeting on Tuesday, June 28, from 5-8 pm. - June 10, 2011 - Strategic and Competitive Intelligence Professionals
First Regional Hospital Wellness Conference to Take Place August 4, 2011 in Los Angeles, CA
HASC is proud to partner with the Corporate Health and Wellness Association to sponsor this important conference that will highlight on the critical role hospitals and other health care providers play in their communities in creating a culture of health. This informative event will present examples of employee wellness initiatives from leading hospitals and provide strategies and tactics to assist organization seeking to start or enhance their existing wellness program. - June 09, 2011 - Hospital Association of Southern California
First Regional Hospital Wellness Conference to Take Place August 4, 2011 in Los Angeles, CA
The Hospital Association of Southern California (HASC), www.HASC.org, has partnered with the Corporate Health and Wellness Association (CHWA), www.WellnessAssociation.com to provide an educational platform surrounding employee health and wellness within hospitals and healthcare providers in the... - June 09, 2011 - Corporate Health & Wellness Association
Voluntary Benefits Association Advisory Board Announced for Industry’s Non-Profit Trade Association
Voluntary Benefits Association Advisory Board has been selected and formally announced, drawing upon the expertise of employers who are leaders in the Voluntary Benefits Industry. www.Vbassociation.com - June 09, 2011 - Volunatry Benefits Association
Fans United Against ABC - Nationwide Rallies - June 20, 2011
On Monday, June 20, 2011, the group Fans United Against ABC will be holding a series of nationwide rallies to attempt to save the recently cancelled daytime and primetime soaps - June 08, 2011 - Fans United Against ABC
AUCD Connects Disability and Health Partners for First Time
Over 150 key disability and health leaders from around the country are expected to attend the Association of University Centers on Disabilities (AUCD) convened Disability and Health Partners Meeting, “Building Healthy Communities for Everyone,” held in collaboration with CDC's National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities. - June 08, 2011 - Association of University Centers on Disabilities
Social do Gooder Site Wamboo.com Introduces the Wamboost; a Monetizing Reward System Designed to Boost Giving to Families in Need
While Providing Much Deserved Recognition and Assistance to Nonprofits, Police and Fire Departments Active in Helping Others. - June 08, 2011 - Wamboo, LLC.
Mark Robidoux Founder and Creator of the Famous PilotWorkshops.com to be the Guest Speaker at the Norwood Chapter of IMC Club
Mark Robidoux founder and creator of the famous PilotWorkshops.com is going to be the guest speaker at the Norwood Chapter of IMC Club International on Tuesday June 14th. Mark is known nationally for his IFR online program for Instrument pilots, the IFR Mastery Series. This program is based on... - June 08, 2011 - IMCClubs.org
Commuting Tips for Bike to Work Week, June 11-17
With the warmer weather, gas prices at more than $4 per gallon and the upcoming “Bike to Work Week” from June 11-17, more people are considering riding their bike to work. LIB provides helpful tips to help people begin commuting by bike. - June 08, 2011 - League of Illinois Bicyclists