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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Annual Women Helping Women Business Expo Announces June 9th Silent Auction and Networking Event
The Triangle community supports Women’s Power Networking June 9th Women Helping Women Expo with sponsorships, two grand prizes and 50+ silent auction items. Over 100 businesses and charities are featured at the Cardinal Club in downtown Raleigh. - June 07, 2011 - Women's Power Networking
Using Social Media Monitoring to Gain Measurable Competitive Intelligence Advantages: SCIP Western New York Chapter
On Wednesday, June 22, Scott Upham of Valient Solutions is the featured speaker at the Strategic and Competitive Intelligence Professionals’ Western New York Chapter meeting, 5:30 – 7:30pm at the Rochester Area Airport. - June 07, 2011 - Strategic and Competitive Intelligence Professionals
Strategic and Competitive Intelligence Professionals’ 2011 European Conference: Open Call for Session Proposals
Strategic and Competitive Intelligence Professionals (SCIP) will present its European Competitive Intelligence Summit 8-10 November 2011 in Vienna Austria. The “Call for Proposals” is now open. - June 06, 2011 - Strategic and Competitive Intelligence Professionals
What’s Next for Competitive Intelligence? SCIP New Jersey Chapter Meeting, June 23
John McGonagle, the most-published author on competitive intelligence, will share how events and trends will change CI--into possibly something new. Newark, New Jersey, Thursday, June 23, 2011, 5:30 –7:30pm EST - June 05, 2011 - Strategic and Competitive Intelligence Professionals
The NC Center for Women in Public Service Names Annette Taylor as Executive Director
New Leadership Announced for Nonprofit Organization That Prepares Women for Elected and Appointed Offices Statewide - June 05, 2011 - NCCWPS
NAFA Helps Fleet Managers with Risk Management in New Guide
NAFA Fleet Management Association introduces its Risk Management Guide, one of three new publications offered this month by the Association. - June 04, 2011 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
IEEE ICC 2012 to Feature Latest Wireless and Wireline Service & Networking Innovations & Advances from June 10 – 15 in Ottawa, Canada
“Call for Papers” Deadline Ends September 6, 2011 for Submissions Highlighting Original Research in Voice, Data, Image & Multimedia Communications. - June 03, 2011 - IEEE Communications Society
TechWadi Hosts MENA CEOs and Silicon Valley Leaders at Stanford
Last Wednesday, business leaders from across Silicon Valley joined students and entrepreneurs from the MENA region in an important forum co-organized by TechWadi and the Stanford GSB MENA Club. The GSB event will accelerate economic development in the MENA region and reinforce Silicon Valley’s leadership in helping promote technology entrepreneurship. - June 02, 2011 - TechWadi.org
New York Chapter of BDPA to Host 15th Annual Scholarship & Awards Dinner
BDPA New York to host 15th Annual Scholarship & Awards Dinner sponsored by UBS, on June 29, 2011. - June 02, 2011 - BDPA New York
3rd Annual NAAMBA Leadership Conference & Exposition
The largest gathering of present and emerging Pan-Asian leaders in the U.S. - June 02, 2011 - National Association of Asian MBAs
Atlanta-Based Pindrop Security Wins Prestigious Business Competition
The Technology Association of Georgia (TAG) and Georgia Research Alliance (GRA) today announced that Atlanta-based start-up company, Pindrop Security, has won the 2011 GRA/TAG Business Launch Competition and will receive $50,000 cash and over $200,000 in donated services from the Atlanta business... - June 02, 2011 - TAG think
Ken Bouche Appointed as IJIS Institute Liaison to the Global Advisory Committee
Hillard Heintze’s Senior Vice President to represent the IJIS Institute. - June 02, 2011 - IJIS Institute
Colorado BioScience Association Applauds Boettcher Foundation on Announcing the Second Class of Boettcher Investigators in the Webb-Waring Biomedical Research Program
The Colorado BioScience Association applauds Boettcher Foundation on the announcement of its 2011 class of Boettcher Investigators in the Webb-Waring Biomedical Research Program. The program, launched last year, provides for the discovery of new knowledge that improves human health through the investment in and advancement of early-career scientists. - June 01, 2011 - Colorado BioScience Association
Scottish Charity Granted Planning Consent for Proposed Helensburgh Community Arts & Digital Entertainment Centre Site
Helensburgh Heroes is delighted to announce that Argyll & Bute Council has today granted change of use planning consent for the premises at 19 George Street, Helensburgh, the site of the Scottish Charity’s proposed Community Arts and Entertainment Centre. - May 29, 2011 - Helensburgh Heroes
ASDA Request to DHS Results in Change: Dentistry Added to STEM Designated Degrees
The American Student Dental Association submitted a formal request to the Department of Homeland Security regarding the addition of dentistry to the STEM designated degree program. On May 19, ASDA was informed that the DHS approved the addition of dentistry to the list of currently suggested codes they maintain. - May 28, 2011 - American Student Dental Association
Gulf Coast Venture Forum – Annual Meeting and Reception New Board of Directors and Officers Announced
At their May 12 meeting, the Gulf Coast Venture Forum, a Southwest Florida based Angel Investment group, announced the newly elected Board of Directors and officers. - May 28, 2011 - Gulf Coast Venture Forum
Colorado Bioscience Association Commends Governor John Hickenlooper's Signing of The Innovation Reinvestment Act
Colorado Governor John Hickenlooper signed The Innovation Reinvestment Act, Senate Bill 47, into law at ceremonies held May 26th at the Denver Museum of Nature and Science. Initiated by the Colorado BioScience Association and Colorado Cleantech Industry Association, Senate Bill 47 provides up to $2 million annually to each industry, creating new companies and stimulating job growth based on promising discoveries made at the state’s major research institutions. - May 27, 2011 - Colorado BioScience Association
Appriss, Inc. Joins IJIS Institute as Its 10th Sustaining Member
Institute’s prestigious member class continues to grow - May 27, 2011 - IJIS Institute
MotorGoGo Geared to Become the Premier Social Network for All Motor Enthusiasts
Targeting the Southeast, MotorGoGo is fast tracking its social network with community based marketing strategies. With a social networking platform geared for motor enthusiasts, MotorGoGo.com is revving up to grow it's member base, the company says. MotorGoGo will spend the Spring and Summer... - May 27, 2011 - motorgogo
Businessolver Helps Dreams Come True
Businessolver, a benefits administration technology firm, was proud to help bring hope, strength and joy back into the lives of children with life-threatening medical conditions by providing them a magical wish experience through a Gold sponsorship. - May 27, 2011 - Businessolver, Inc.
Financial Aid Association Issues Primer on Federal Student Aid Programs
National profile provides the latest information on the major federal student aid programs - May 27, 2011 - National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators
South Bay Women's Network Gets Focused on Emergency Preparedness
The South Bay Women's Network will be presenting an emergency preparedness overview at the SBWN June Meeting & Luncheon, in Morro Bay, CA, on Tuesday, June 7 at 12 p.m. - May 26, 2011 - South Bay Women's Network
WikiHorseWorld.com Expands Its Equine Social Network for Horse Lovers
WikiHorseWorld.com today announced that they've expanded their Equine Social Network for horse lovers to include a revolutionary site-wide Equine Community Toolbar. - May 26, 2011 - Dream World Technology Inc.
New Endowment for Future NEI Center at Florida International University
The future NEI Center(TM) has found a home at the Department of Molecular Microbiology and Infectious Diseases at the Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine at the Florida International University. - May 25, 2011 - PANDORA Org
Nashville Religion Communicators Council Elects New Officers for 2011-2013
The Nashville Religion Communicators Council elects a new executive committee. - May 25, 2011 - Religion Communicators Council
NAFA Launches Professional Development Webinar Course
NAFA Fleet Management Association launches its first ever webinar course, which will be taught by one of the Association's most experienced fleet professionals. - May 24, 2011 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
First SCIP Global Competitive Intelligence Professional Certification Program
Strategic and Competitive Intelligence Professions (SCIP) offers its first set of “SCIP CIP Conferred by ACI” certification courses in Boston on June 13 -24. - May 24, 2011 - Strategic and Competitive Intelligence Professionals
Building a World-Class Competitive Intelligence Function: SCIP Wisconsin Chapter
Join panelists Michel Bernaiche (Dunkin’ Brands), Phil Britton (Best Buy) and John Hink (Fiserv Inc) at this June 23 SCIP Wisconsin chapter full-day event to gain an inside look at the issues surrounding the creation of a competitive intelligence program. - May 23, 2011 - Strategic and Competitive Intelligence Professionals
REMA Webinar to Explore Potential Clean Energy Standard, Voluntary Market Interaction
Free registration now open for the webinar on June 2 at 2 PM ET - May 22, 2011 - Renewable Energy Markets Association