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$100,000 in Grants Available from Coleman Foundation at 8th Annual NACCE Conference in October in Orlando
The Coleman Foundation will conduct an elevator grant session with the potential to award $100,000 at the 8th Annual Conference of the National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship, being held in Orlando, FL, October 10-13, 2010. Individual grants of up to $12,500 will be awarded to support programs that establish or grow entrepreneurship education in community college settings. - August 11, 2010 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
Raleigh Regional Association of Realtors® Releases “Ask the Expert” Video
RALEIGH, N.C. – Raymond Larcher, executive vice president of the Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® (RRAR) (http://www.rrar.com), has announced the release of the newest “Ask the Expert” video, featuring Stacey Anfindsen, a realtor specialist at the association. - August 08, 2010 - RRAR
First of Its Kind Culinary Club Opens in Putnam and Westchester
For the growing number of people who watch cooking shows and enjoy learning new dishes from exciting local chefs, there is a first of its kind culinary club in Putnam and Westchester Counties in New York. The club partners with chefs to offer hands on cooking classes and cooking demonstrations in local restaurants offering private event invitations to its members. - August 07, 2010 - Culinary Collaboration
Christian Military Wives Editor Wins Two National Awards
Two books authored by Christian Military Wives’ online magazine editor Jocelyn Green won national awards in the 2010 Military Writers Society of America (MWSA) contest in the spiritual/religious category. Battlefields & Blessings: Stories of Faith and Courage from the War in Iraq &... - August 07, 2010 - Christian Military Wives
6500 Mile Flight Around the United States by the IMC Club Member and His 13 Year Old Daughter
Steve Sullivan (IMC Club member since November 2009 and the member of the Board of Directors of that organization) and his daughter Delaney, 13, is undertaking the Flight Around America. They took off on Monday Aug. 2nd, 2010 for a 25 day, 6500 mile flight around the United States. They will stop... - August 07, 2010 - IMCClubs.org
Apprentice Programs Keep Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum’s Historic Fleet Afloat
The Shipwright Apprentice Program of the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum in St. Michaels, Maryland is a vibrant source of sustainability for the Museum's fleet of Bay boats, and a source of education for volunteers like Bud McIntire. - August 06, 2010 - Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum
Women’s Power Networking Launches Monthly Roundtable Series in Raleigh for Women Execs
Women’s Executive Roundtable Series focuses on interpersonal relationships in management settings. The event, hosted by Women’s Power Networking, is August 20th from 3-5pm at Brio Tuscan Grille in the Crabtree Valley Mall. - August 05, 2010 - Women's Power Networking
Leading Experts Converge for Knowledge
Hundreds of top professionals and practitioners from the forensic, homeland security, psychotherapy, behavioral sciences, and integrative medicine fields will gather at the 2010 American College of Forensic Examiners Institute’s National Conference on September 22–24, 2010 in Orlando,... - August 05, 2010 - American College of Forensic Examiners Institute
International Association of Bridal Beauty Professional Launches
Membership Organization for Bridal Beauty Professionals. - August 04, 2010 - International Association of Bridal Beauty Professionals
Colorado BioScience Association Seeks Region’s Top Innovators for Venture Showcase Competition at 2010 BioWest Conference & Expo
The organizers of the annual BioWest Conference & Expo are again looking for the best bioscience start-ups in the region as candidates for this year's $7,500 Dorsey & Whitney Venture Showcase Award. Four companies will be chosen to present at the showcase on Wednesday, September 29, 2010, and will be judged by a panel of venture capitalists. Deadline for entry is Friday, August 20. - August 04, 2010 - Colorado BioScience Association
NAFA's Canadian Fleet Management Seminar to be Offered in Both French and English if Demand Warrants It
NAFA presents a Canadian Fleet Management Seminar (CFMS) in Calagary this September 14-15, marking the first time the CFMS has been presented this far into Western Canada. The seminar is scheduled to be presented in English, but NAFA will make a French version available if there is enough demand. - August 04, 2010 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
New Version of Reorb Launches
The commercial property website adds new features to assist in online collaboration between its 3,000 users. - August 04, 2010 - Reorb
12 Million Americans Have Food Allergies: Unique New Website Helps Them Find Accommodating Restaurants
AllergyEats Allows Users to Find (and Rate) 600,000+ Restaurants, is Fastest Growing Source for Finding Allergy-Friendly Establishments. - August 04, 2010 - AllergyEats
Marlborough Business Innovation Summit to be Held in September
Event designed to highlight innovative companies operating in Marlborough and serve as a networking forum for large and small companies alike. - August 01, 2010 - Marlborough Economic Development Corporation
HRPS & i4cp Announce Strategic Human Capital Research Alliance
HR People and Strategy (HRPS) and the Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp) announced a new strategic research alliance that will enhance the award-winning content of People & Strategy, the quarterly journal of HRPS. The journal will feature a dedicated i4cp research section that will... - August 01, 2010 - HR People & Strategy (HRPS)
Ad 2 Tampa Bay Seeks Next Pro Bono Client
Each year Ad 2 Tampa Bay gathers a team from its membership of top young advertising professionals from agencies and in-house groups across Tampa Bay to work tirelessly on making the world a better place. Utilizing donated time, materials and media the team develops a full advertising campaign for little or no cost that is tailored to meet the needs of a selected non-profit organization. - August 01, 2010 - Ad 2 Tampa Bay
Constant Contact Signs on as Gold Sponsor for NACCE Conference and More
The National Association for Community College entrepreneurship has announced that Constant Contact® (Nasdaq: CTCT), a leading provider of email marketing, event marketing, social media marketing, and online survey tools for small organizations, has agreed to be a Gold Sponsor for its upcoming... - July 31, 2010 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
National Grilling Month Sparks Outdoor Living Trends
Alfresco kitchens, sitting areas and big-screen TVs turn the backyard into entertainment zones. - July 31, 2010 - National Association of the Remodeling Industry
Doctors.net.uk Strengthens Pharmaceutical Team
New hires are set to support strong business growth at Doctors.net.uk during first half of 2010. - July 31, 2010 - Doctors.net.uk
HRPS & i4cp Announce Strategic Human Capital Research Alliance
Collaborative partnership will enhance content of HRPS' quarterly journal, People & Strategy - July 30, 2010 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
Raleigh Regional Association Of REALTORS® Announces Community Service Committee Scholarship Winners
Theresa Clark, president of the Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® (RRAR) (www.rrar.com), has announced that five scholarships were awarded to high school graduates Nicholas Savage, Dana Andersen, Sarah Kline, Ashley Stacy and Kathryn Hornaday to recognize their outstanding community... - July 30, 2010 - RRAR
Pro Players Classic Partners with Thunderbird as Title Sponsor
Proceeds to benefit Thunderbird scholarship opportunities for U.S. veterans. - July 30, 2010 - Pro Players Classic
NAWBO San Diego's August Meeting Focuses on Customer Relations
NAWBO San Diego's August 15 meeting will feature a presentation by management consultant Owen Jay Murphy, "Customer Relations: Keeping Your Customers Loyal While Attracting New Ones." To learn more, visit nawbo-sd.org. - July 30, 2010 - NAWBO San Diego
"Focused Youth" Aims to Fight Childhood Obesity Through Sports Camps
Established as a charitable program at CDP by sports performance trainer Jermaine Collier, Focused Youth aims to reduce childhood obesity by creating year-round youth strength and conditioning boot camps. - July 30, 2010 - CDP
Hispanic and Bilingual Career Fair Returns to Atlanta on August 26
LatPro will host a career fair for bilingual and Hispanic professionals at the Holiday Inn Decatur Conference Center on Thursday August 26th from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. - July 29, 2010 - LatPro Inc.
Introducing the Institute of Professional Business Buyer Advisors
The Institute of Professional Business Buyer Advisors is the only trade association that focuses on the buying and merging of small and midsize businesses (SMB) - from the perspective of the buyer. - July 29, 2010 - Institute of Professional Business Buyer Advisors
AAA Launches Breakthrough Email Itinerary/Trip Planner
AAA launches the truvle Ltd. customized trip itinerary planner, replacing traditional agent emails and giving travelers instant access to travel products, information and services. - July 28, 2010 - AAA
Registration Open for 8th Annual NACCE Conference
Community college entrepreneurship faculty and administrators from across the country will head to Orlando, FL, October 10-13, for the 8th Annual Conference of the National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship, being held at Loews Royal Pacific Resort at Universal Studios®. With a... - July 28, 2010 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
NAWBO SD Donates $1,500 to City College
NAWBO San Diego donated $1,500 to City College to fund three $500 scholarships for women business students. The money was raised at a silent auction held in conjunction with the chapter's annual signature event, the BRAVO! Awards. - July 28, 2010 - NAWBO San Diego
Learn to be a Voter Registrar
The Action Party of Morton Grove is sponsoring Voter Registration training. Any citizen of voting age or older may participate in the training session and become a licensed Voter Registrar. This training offers the skills necessary to partake in a very important part of living in a democracy. The... - July 28, 2010 - Action Party of Morton Grove
Doctors.net.uk Launches GP Commissioning Resource
Dedicated micro-site is launched to help support GPs through planned healthcare commissioning reform process. - July 28, 2010 - Doctors.net.uk
Big Land Enterprise Has Reduced The Price Of Annual Membership
Big Land Enterprise has reduced annual membership to $100. Big Land Enterprise set out to make the use of land affordable and accessible to everyone. However, it was suggested that people would not take the company seriously if the prices were too low. Having given it much thought it was decided... - July 26, 2010 - Big Land Enterprise
Everlastinghealthdirectory.com Encourages Women to Discover Their True Potential with "The Summer Extravaganza For Women"
Dr. Ellie Drake, founder of Braveheart Productions, is hosting The Summer Extravaganza For Women. This teleseminar event showcases female experts who will cover topics from passion to prosperity. - July 26, 2010 - Everlasting Exposure
NAWBO San Diego August Seminar Focuses on Image
Katy Goshtasbi of Puris Image & Style will present NAWBO San Diego's August seminar, "What Is Your Image Saying About You?" on Friday the 13th. For more information, visit nawbo-sd.org. - July 25, 2010 - NAWBO San Diego
Call for Nominations: 2011 "Champions of Diversity"
DiversityBusiness.com announced its call for 2010 nominations for "Champions of Diversity" award. This distinguished group of individuals is recognized for their outstanding achievements in various diversity initiatives. The list includes such names as former U.S. presidents Bill Clinton... - July 24, 2010 - DiversityBusiness.com
NAWBO San Diego Installs 2010-2011 Board of Directors
NAWBO San Diego installed its 2010-2011 board of directors at its July 21 lunch meeting. - July 24, 2010 - NAWBO San Diego
11th Annual National Small/Diversity Business Awards Program Announced
DiversityBusiness.com, the nation's most prestigious and leading business internet portal will be conducting its 11th annual "Top Businesses in America" survey. The research allows entrepreneurs to be identified and honored for their business achievements on a national and regional... - July 24, 2010 - DiversityBusiness.com
National Program Assesses Safety and Hygiene Standards in Spas
Leading Spas of Canada (LSC) has introduced the Quality Assurance Program to provide consistent standards for safety, hygiene and business standards for the Canadian spa industry, offering reassurance and uncompromising quality for spa guests. This extensive program was developed by Leading Spas... - July 23, 2010 - Leading Spas of Canada
Tara Lightner Robbins Receives Association Management Degree
Tara Lightner Robbins, Director of Governmental Affairs for the Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS, received her Certificate Degree for Strategies in Non-Profit Management from The University of Chicago Graham School of General Studies, which recognizes exceptional efforts made by the... - July 23, 2010 - RRAR
The NC Center for Women in Public Service Hosts Women on Board Workshop July 24
Dana Jennings, CEO of The NC Center for Women in Public Service (NCCWPS), a nonpartisan organization that prepares women for elected and appointed offices statewide, has announced that the organization will host a Women on Board workshop for women interested in appointments to boards and... - July 23, 2010 - NCCWPS
NASA Administrator to Speak at the Space Generation Congress 2010
Charles F. Bolden, Jr., NASA Administrator will present at the Space Generation Congress 2010 (SGC 2010), organised by the Space Generation Advisory Council, in Prague, Czech Republic, September 23-25, 2010. - July 23, 2010 - Space Generation Advisory Council
Church of Scientology 25th Anniversary
The Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville has just celebrated their 25th year anniversary with an evening soiree in their beautifully restored building on 8th Avenue South. - July 22, 2010 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
NAWBO San Diego welcomes Its 100th member
NAWBO San Diego welcomed Karen Hutchens of Hutchens PR as its 100th member. - July 22, 2010 - NAWBO San Diego
NPSA Announces 2010 Conference and Tradeshow Dates
The Eighth Annual NPSA Conference and Tradeshow is set for Orlando this November. - July 22, 2010 - National Portable Storage Association
Results of a 2005 IoHT Study on the Physics Hot Sex, Cold Sex, and Ambient Sex Released
Newly published Journal of Human Thermodynamics article "Hot Sex, Cold Sex, and Ambient Sex" (19 Jul 2010), by American chemical engineer Libb Thims, presents the findings of a 2005 study of thirty individuals on the collective opinion of what constitutes hot sex verses cold sex verses... - July 20, 2010 - Institute of Human Thermodynamics
i4cp Launches First Market Research Panel Dedicated to High-Performance Organizations
New survey panel for human capital professionals focuses on the next practices of high-performance organizations - July 20, 2010 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
Sins Invalid Featured at the National Youth Leadership Network Conference: Reap What You Sow
A new groundbreaking performance project Sins Invalid: The Unashamed Claim to Beauty in the Face of Disability will be featured at the NYLN Conference: Reap What You Sow. Sins Invalid is the only event of its kind in the United States inspiring audiences and redefining the conversation about sexuality and disability. - July 19, 2010 - National Youth Leadership Network
The Mary Magdalene Project to Celebrate Three Decades Helping Women Prostitutes Turn Their Lives Around at the 30th Anniversary Kick-Off Party
You are invited to attend the Mary Magdalene Project's 30th Anniversary Kick-Off Party at its all new Drop-In Center to celebrate helping prostitutes get off the streets and better their lives. - July 19, 2010 - Mary Magdalene Project
P.A.N.D.O.R.A.-Patient Alliance for Neuroendocrineimmune Disorders Organization for Research & Advocacy, Inc Wins a $20K Grant on Chase Community Giving
P.A.N.D.O.R.A., the charity organization behind the NeuroEndocrineImmune (NEI) Center™, a community patient-driven scientific research center, to be located in the state of New Jersey, wins a $20,000.00 Grant from Chase Community Giving as announced on July 13, 2010. - July 17, 2010 - PANDORA Org
P.A.N.D.O.R.A. NeuroEndocrineImmune (NEI) Center Resolution Approved by the New Jersey State Senate
Resolution SR-20 supporting the establishment of the NeuroEndocrineImmune (NEI) Center™, the first research center in the state of New Jersey and in the U.S., dedicated to understanding and treating chronic neuroendocrineimmune (NEI) illnesses which includes chronic fatigue syndrome,... - July 17, 2010 - PANDORA Org