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Douglas May and Don Sibley Become AIGA Fellows
The AIGA Dallas Fort Worth chapter presented Dallas graphic designers Douglas May and Don Sibley with individual 2011 AIGA Fellow Awards. The AIGA Fellow Award Program recognizes mature designers who have made a significant contribution toward raising the standards of excellence within their local and regional design community. - April 23, 2011 - AIGA Dallas Fort Worth
Curtin Clan Surname Gathering in Chicago
The Curtin Clan Inc. will hold its seventh Clan Gathering in Chicago, June 24th-26th, 2011. Previous Gatherings have been in Massachusetts, New York, Ontario in Canada and every other year in Ireland. The conference will cover Curtin genealogy, Irish heritage, local speakers and attendees can meet Margaret Curtain of Australia, world’s foremost authority on the Curtins of Ireland. The Gathering will be held at the Irish American Heritage Center in Chicago, IL. Go to http://curtinorg for info. - April 21, 2011 - The Curtin Clan Association
Home Care Accreditation Program Hits Milestone
Home Care Alliance of Massachusetts Program Gains 50th Private Pay Home Care Agency - April 21, 2011 - Home Care Alliance of Massachusetts
iGolf Mobile is #1 Free Sports App in Amazon Appstore
iGolf, a division of L1 Technologies announced today that iGolf Mobile, a golf GPS platform for smartphones, is the top free Sports Application in the Amazon Android AppStore. - April 21, 2011 - L1 Technologies
IMC Club Releases Android Application for CFIs
An Aviation safety organization, IMC Club International, Inc. has announced the release of a new Android application exclusively design for Flight Instructors and CFI Students. - April 21, 2011 - IMCClubs.org
ODTUG Conducts Spanish Speaking Webinars: Starting with Oracle ADF 11g Release
ODTUG is creating a series of Spanish speaking webinars to interact with more Oracle users. The first webinar focused on the new Oracle ADF 11g release. - April 21, 2011 - ODTUG
California Cities and Counties Get Free, Breakthrough Tool to Measure Their Community’s Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Powerful web-based tool developed by ICLEI USA for the Statewide Energy Efficiency Collaborative meets long-identified needs, empowers hundreds of California cities and counties to pursue aggressive goals to save energy, money, and address climate change. - April 21, 2011 - ICLEI USA
Norwalk Exchange Club Strengthens America Through Volunteer Award
The Exchange Club of Norwalk will meet at 7p.m. on Wednesday (05/18/11) at the Norwalk Inn and Conference Center on East Avenue. Now is the time to celebrate the unsung heroes in our community who often go unrecognized. The Exchange Club of Norwalk is honoring a Norwalk resident with the Book of... - April 20, 2011 - Norwalk Exchange Club
Norwalk Exchange Club to Hold Certified Barbeque Judging Class in Norwalk, CT
Kansas City Barbeque Society Certified Judging Class offered in Norwalk, CT. - April 20, 2011 - Norwalk Exchange Club
Community Associations Institute – Illinois Chapter to Host Homeowners Seminar
The Illinois Chapter of the Community Associations Institute is hosting a seminar for condominium, townhome, and home owner association residents and Boards of Directors on April 28, 2011 in Lisle at the Hickory Ridge Marriott (1195 Summerhill Drive) from 6-9 pm. - April 20, 2011 - Community Association Institute of Illinois
Cincinnati’s Largest Companies Recruit Hispanic Talent
National Society of Hispanic MBA’s hosts eighth annual networking event. - April 20, 2011 - National Society of Hispanic MBAs
i4cp Continues Rapid Growth with Record First Quarter
Sales Grow by More Than 100% Compared to Same Period Last Year. - April 18, 2011 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
Diversity Superstars to be Honored at TAG Diversity Awards Dinner on April 26th
TAG Diversity, a society of Technology Association of Georgia, announces the first annual TAG Diversity Leadership Award to be presented at a dinner event on Tuesday, April 26th at Villa Christina. The award will be presented to the individual who excels at leveraging differences within their... - April 16, 2011 - TAG think
America’s Family Pet Expo Donates 134 Booth Spaces to Pet Adoption and Rescue Organizations
The Oldest Nonprofit Organization in the Pet Industry Positively Impacts Community by Supporting Adoption Efforts for All Kinds of Animals - April 15, 2011 - World Pet Association
Autohaus Import Service Named "Diamond Sponsor" of Women Helping Women Business Expo 2011 in Raleigh
AutoHaus Import Service, one of a handful of female friendly auto repair and service shops in Raleigh, takes major sponsorship role in the Women’s Power Networking annual Women Helping Women Business Expo. The event is June 9th at the Cardinal Club. - April 14, 2011 - Women's Power Networking
Career Management Alliance Announces 2011 Award Winners
This year’s Mentor, Bridge, and What Color is Your Parachute award recipients were honored at their annual spring conference in Las Vegas. - April 13, 2011 - Career Management Alliance
ASID Announces 2010 Student and Educator Design Competition Winners
National Design Competitions Celebrate Interior Design Excellence. - April 13, 2011 - ASID
IEEE GLOBECOM 2011 Expands Conference Agenda with Industry Forum & Expo
New Forum to Highlight the Advance of Real-World Telecommunications Practices, Engineering Methods & IT Business Systems. - April 12, 2011 - IEEE Communications Society
ICLEI USA Issues the Following Statement in Response to the President’s Call for Increased Energy Independence and New Investments in 21st Century Clean Energy Technology
President Obama renewed his call for America to become more energy independent by increasing the use of clean and renewable energy technologies that will reduce our reliance on foreign oil, maximize energy efficiency, and protect the environment. During a speech to students at Georgetown... - April 12, 2011 - ICLEI USA
Children of New York Honor Their Mentors for National Volunteer Appreciation Week
Across New York State Big Brothers Big Sisters agencies gathered letters from youth who wanted to show appreciation and gratitude to their volunteer mentors during National Volunteer Appreciation Week, April 10-16th. - April 10, 2011 - Big Brothers Big Sisters - New York's CHildren of Promise
Technology Association of Georgia Launches Contractor Marketplace™
Technology Association of Georgia (TAG) has partnered with Georgia-based TALENThire to launch a breakthrough, cloud-based contractor marketplace solution. - April 09, 2011 - TAG think
NAPNAP Releases New Position Statement on PNP's Role in Disasters Involving Children
The National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners’ (NAPNAP) Executive Board recently approved a new NAPNAP Position Statement on Pediatric Nurse Practitioners’ Role in Disasters Involving Children. The Position Statement calls for the inclusion of PNPs in disaster plans to help... - April 09, 2011 - National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners
Erie Regional Chamber Hires New Director of Research
The Erie Regional Chamber and Growth Partnership (ERCGP) has hired Ben Pratt as the new Director of Research for the organization. - April 09, 2011 - Erie Regional Chamber and Growth Partnership
NAPNAP Announces Recipients of 2011 Awards
The extraordinary contributions of pediatric nurse practitioners (PNPs) took center stage at the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (NAPNAP; www.napnap.org) 32nd Annual Conference on March 24, 2011, in Baltimore, MD. As in previous years, the organization honored nurses from the... - April 08, 2011 - National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners
Colorado BioScience Association Names Steve Orndorff Board Chair and Appoints Four New Board Members at 2011 Annual All-Member Meeting
Colorado BioScience Association (CBSA) announces Steve Orndorff, President & CEO of Ariel pharmaceuticals, as the new chairperson of the board of directors. Orndorff assumes chairperson responsibilities from Rick Jory, Sandhill Scientific, Inc. In other action, four new members were named to the CBSA board of directors. - April 08, 2011 - Colorado BioScience Association
Marlborough Reaches Out to Generate Public Input for City’s Economic Development Master Plan
Voice of the people to be heard through focus groups, public forum and public survey feedback. - April 08, 2011 - Marlborough Economic Development Corporation
CCC Examines Global Music Rights and Royalties
Music royalties and more will be discussed at the "Global Music Rights" event of the California Copyright Conference. The dinner and panel will be on on Wednesday, April 13, in Los Angeles. - April 08, 2011 - California Copyright Conference
Cinema St. Louis Announces Vincentennial: the Vincent Price 100th Birthday Celebration, Held May 19-28, 2011
Born in St. Louis on May 27, 1911, iconic actor Vincent Price retained a special fondness for his place of origin, and that love is now reciprocated with Vincentennial, a celebration of his 100th birthday in his hometown. - April 08, 2011 - Cinema St. Louis
Lake Norman Home Builders Association to Address Housing Regulation Issues at Luncheon Presentation
The Lake Norman Home Builders Association (LNHBA) will present a discussion on government housing regulations, and how those regulations affect the housing market and the current economy. - April 08, 2011 - Lake Norman Home Builders Association
IAPAM Announces Expansion of Its Botox Training and Aesthetic Medicine Education Programs Into China
Today, the IAPAM announced that it is expanding its respected training programs, including its Aesthetic Medicine Symposium with Botox Training into China. - April 07, 2011 - International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine
2011 GRA/TAG Business Launch Competition Announces Semifinalists
The Georgia Research Alliance (GRA) and Technology Association of Georgia (TAG) are today announcing the semifinalists for the GRA/TAG Business Launch 2011. Preliminary Application Judges have selected 11 semifinalists to compete for $50,000 in cash and over $400,000 in services. The semifinalists... - April 07, 2011 - TAG think
Maybank.MOB FUN & MoneyTree NEXT Launch Party at GSC Tropicana City Mall
With over 3000 fans on Facebook, Maybank.MOB Financial Understanding Network (FUN) held a momentous occasion for their loyal fans by upholding a launching at GSC Tropicana City Mall. The movie 127 Hours was complementary to the launch, which was supported by the fans who came from various backgrounds. - April 06, 2011 - Mainstream Online Buzz Sdn Bhd
Kids Social Network Attracts Over 1100 Members in Less Than 75 Days. Jackie Fame is Quickly Gaining National Attention.
Brother entrepreneurs, Zachary Swauger (age 12) and Joshua Swauger’s (age 10) Jackie Fame network is gaining national recognition in record time. Since the brothers launched their network, Jackie Fame “For kids, by kids, monitored by parents” in mid-January, the site has attracted over 1100 members in less than 75-days of operation. - April 06, 2011 - Jackie Fame, Inc
Wisconsin Pediatricians Urge Vaccination Against Pertussis (“Whooping Cough”). Preventable Disease on the Rise and Potentially Deadly to Newborns and Infants.
The Wisconsin Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics (WIAAP) is expressing concern over the growing number of the vaccine-preventable pertussis ("whooping cough") outbreaks nationwide. Newborns and infants are especially vulnerable to serious disease and death, and vaccination of all family members and caregivers provides protection against the disease. - April 05, 2011 - Wisconsin Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics
Donald Kirkpatrick Receives ISA Thought Leadership Award
Training industry legend Donald Kirkpatrick, of Kirkpatrick Four Levels fame, was honored this past week for his pioneering work in learning ROI and training evaluation. Kirkpatrick received the Thought Leadership Award from ISA-The Association of Learning Providers in recognition of his body of work in support of work-related learning and performance, and the significant influence he has had in helping people measure the effectiveness of training. - April 05, 2011 - ISA-The Association of Learning Providers
Lonely No More: Club Goes National to be the Solution Seeking to Inspire, Empower, and Enrich the Lives of Women Nationwide
Girlfriends Meet | Up’s nationwide expansion is the solution to the problem many women face daily: Loneliness. It is the answer women have been seeking that will give them the chance to experience the joys of life. The company’s goal is to help facilitate friendships and enhance the... - April 04, 2011 - Girlfriends Meet | Up, LLC
Remember to Vote in Morton Grove’s Election on April 5th
Now that early voting has officially ended, the Morton Grove Action Party wishes to remind all Morton Grove residents who have not yet cast their ballots to vote this Tuesday, April 5, 2011. Polling places are open from 6 a.m. until 7 p.m. Residents can locate their polling places by visiting the... - April 03, 2011 - Action Party of Morton Grove
Au Pair Clearinghouse Endorses New Au Pair Screening Test Available for Private Use by Parents
AuPairClearinghouse.com, a National Consumer Resource that Reviews Au Pair Agencies and Offers Expert Au Pair Advice to Families, gives the NannyTest an A+. - April 03, 2011 - Au Pair Clearinghouse
NAFDMA Celebrate Excellence Awards Highlight the Best of the Best at the Annual Convention.
North American Farmers’ Direct Marketing Association (NAFDMA) is pleased to announce the winners of its "Celebrate Excellence" Contests. Member farms submitted nearly one hundred items to be selected as the best in each of ten different categories. Winners were announced during the annual Celebrate Excellence Luncheon held on February 10, 2011. - April 03, 2011 - NAFDMA
NAFA's 2011 I&E Keynote Speakers Are Straight Out of Today's Headlines
Shane Terblanche, Don Esmond, and Joe Gibbs will present Keynote Addresses on three consecutive days at NAFA's 2011 Institute & Expo in Charlotte, NC. - April 03, 2011 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Leadership Development and Strategic Consulting Firm, Root Learning, Named ISA Business of the Year
Root Learning was named the 2011 Business of the Year by ISA-The Association of Learning Providers at the 2011 ISA Annual Business Retreat. The designation recognizes the financial success, quality products and services, market position and positive workplace culture of the training company, which specializes in leadership development and strategic consulting. - April 02, 2011 - ISA-The Association of Learning Providers
WikiHorseWorld.com Announces a New Social Network for Horse Lovers
WikiHorseWorld.com announces their new Equine Social Network Community free for horse lovers, horse professionals, and equine enthusiasts around the world. - April 02, 2011 - Dream World Technology Inc.
International Brangus Breeders Association Installs New Board Members for 2011
The International Brangus Breeders Association introduced its newly elected Board Directors at its annual convention held March 2-6, 2011, in Houston, Texas, in conjunction with the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. The following directors will serve for three years. - April 02, 2011 - International Brangus Breeders Association
Downtown Riverside to Host Easter-EggStravaganza
Celebrate Easter in downtown Riverside at the Easter Egg-Stravaganza with three blocks of fun festivities for the entire family. - April 02, 2011 - Riverside Downtown Partnership
NAFA Enters Endorsement Agreement with NTEA
The NTEA has joined a growing list of organizations who endorse NAFA's CAFM program as the standard of excellence for fleet management education. - April 01, 2011 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Bridgestone Babblers Toastmasters Club Wins Big at Area 53 Speech Contest
In addition to being known for always having a great time, the Bridgestone Babblers Toastmasters Club is also known for producing strong contestants for speech contests. This year is no exception. At the Area 53 Contest on March 15th, Stephen Cornwell won the International Speech Contest and Justin... - March 31, 2011 - Bridgestone Toastmasters
Greater Columbia Chamber of Commerce President Selected for Advocate Position with the United States Army
The Greater Columbia Chamber of Commerce has announced that President and CEO Ike McLeese has been reappointed as a Civilian Aide to the Secretary of the Army (CASA). McLeese was selected by Secretary John M. McHugh to represent the state of South Carolina and will serve as the official advocate... - March 31, 2011 - Columbia Chamber of Commerce
3M Awarded i4cp’s 2011 Member of the Year
3M Receives Prestigious Award for Its Dedication to Innovation, Productivity and Employee Engagement - March 30, 2011 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
TAG Unveils 2011 State of the Industry: Technology in Georgia Report
The Technology Association of Georgia (TAG), the state’s leading association dedicated to the promotion and economic advancement of Georgia’s technology industry, today unveiled results from its 2011 State of the Industry: Technology in Georgia Report. - March 27, 2011 - TAG think
NASFAA.org Awarded Top Nonprofit Website Ranking by the Interactive Media Awards
Financial Aid Association's website given IMA's highest honor for planning, execution and overall professionalism. - March 27, 2011 - National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators