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Navesink Challenge 15k and 5k Races to be Held on November 29, 2009
On Sunday, November 29, the Jersey Shore Running Club (JSRC) together with the Middletown Youth Athletic Association (MYAA) will host the ninth annual Navesink Challenge, which starts and finishes at Bodman Park in Middletown, N.J. Proceeds from the event will benefit MYAA, which sponsors baseball, soccer and other athletic activities in Middletown. In the past eight years, the Navesink Challenge has attracted nearly 4,000 participants and raised more than $33,000 for its beneficiaries. - November 04, 2009 - Jersey Shore Running Club
The GermanAmericanBusinessForum in Washington, D.C. Seeks to Grow U.S.-German Business and Investment in 2010
The GABF is a non-profit organization based in Washington, D.C. whose mission is to strengthen the transatlantic business bridge between Germany and the United States. - November 04, 2009 - GermanAmericanBusinessForum in Washington, D.C.
New Website Fosters Entrepreneurship During Shaky Economic Times
Start-up web portal encourages aspiring entrepreneurs and bold investors to take a chance on small businesses offering help every step of the way. - November 04, 2009 - Cube Kicker
IAPAM Symposium Adds New Botox Training Video to Help Physicians Succeed
Physicians can now revisit the preeminent educational experience they receive while attending the IAPAM's Aesthetic Medicine Symposium, by using the IAPAM's 3 new clinical training DVD's, offering focused instruction on: botox training, dermal filler training and microdermabrasion training. - November 04, 2009 - International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine
NAFA Salutes Paul Condran and the City of Culver for Their Outstanding Environmental Efforts
NAFA is proud of the work Association Members like Paul Condran are doing in helping fleets go green in very meaningful ways. - November 01, 2009 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Expo at BioWest 2009 Showcases New Technology, Products and Services for the Region’s Robust Bioscience Industry
More than 40 exhibitors will be showcasing new technology, products and services for 700+ attendees at the 2009 BioWest Conference and Expo, November 10, at the Grand Hyatt Denver, 1750 Welton. BioWest, in its seventh year, is the Rocky Mountain region’s preferred venue for visiting and learning about the bioscience industry. - October 31, 2009 - Colorado BioScience Association
Heels Love Wheels - The Premiere Online Women's Car Club Now Recruiting Members
Heels Love Wheels, is the premiere, nationwide club for Women automobile enthusiasts with the purpose of philanthropy, camaraderie, networking, education and to share their enthusiasm for automobiles. It is not what one drives that is important, but rather their interest in automobiles, helping... - October 31, 2009 - Heels Love Wheels
"Colorado Culinary Inn-Spirations" Fourth Edition Recipe Collection from Bed & Breakfast Innkeepers of Colorado Hits Bookshelves - Innkeepers Meet for Annual Conference
"Inn-Spirational" recipes hot off the press in new B&B cookbook - B&B conference to be held November 8-9, 2009 in Golden, Colorado - October 31, 2009 - Bed & Breakfast Innkeepers of Colorado
NAFA Seeks Tax Credits for Fleets That Use Clean Fuel and Low-Emission Vehicles
NAFA Fleet Management Association is seeking tax credits on alternative fuel and hybrid vehicles to allow public service fleets the ability to do the right thing for the environment while remaining fiscally responsible. - October 31, 2009 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
New i4cp Report Provides Solutions to Key Integrated Talent Management Challenges
Organizations can’t rely on software to solve every talent management issue. - October 30, 2009 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
NAWBO San Diego's November Meeting Focuses on Networking
Rhonda Sher, author of The Two-Minute Networker, will be the featured speaker at the November 18 meeting of NAWBO San Diego. She will teach attendees how to turn contacts into sales, referrals and income. - October 30, 2009 - NAWBO San Diego
NAFA Members Honored for Environmental Leadership
Twenty-four Members of NAFA Fleet Management Association were among those honored with the first annual "Fleet Environmental Leadership" Awards on October 19 in Chicago. - October 29, 2009 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® Sponsors Project Angel Tree 2009
John Wood, president of the Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® (RRAR) (www.rrar.com), has announced that the Association’s Community Service Committee will be sponsoring Project Angel Tree 2009, a charity initiative that provides gifts to children of underprivileged families during... - October 29, 2009 - RRAR
Eagle Scout Networking Breakfast for Entrepreneurs Features Michael H. Holthouse
Entrepreneur and philanthropist Michael H. Holthouse will keynote an Eagle Scout Networking Breakfast for Entrepreneurs, Wednesday, November 11, 2009, 7:00 a.m. at the Cockrell Scout Center in Houston, speaking on “The Powerful Synergy of Entrepreneurship and Philanthropy.” - October 28, 2009 - The Gathering of Eagles-Houston
In Corporate Limbo: Peer Coaching Programs
Low Priority, Lack of Concept Clarity Hinder Program Development in Most Companies - October 28, 2009 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
The Public Launch of DFWforhire.com is Changing the Way Dallas Buys and Sells Services
Web startup is crowdsourcing transactions for Dallas, TX contractors and property owners. - October 28, 2009 - DFWforhire.com
MCC to Host Pathways to Entrepreneurial Success 2009 on Nov. 12
Aspiring entrepreneurs and current business owners are invited to explore programs and services to help grow their businesses at Pathways to Entrepreneurial Success 2009, a community resource forum hosted by Monroe Community College, a member of the National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship (NACCE). The forum is slated for 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 12, at MCC’s R. Thomas Flynn Campus Center, 1000 East Henrietta Road, Rochester. - October 28, 2009 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
NPSA Offers Mobile Self-Storage Magazine as New Member Benefit
The National Portable Storage Association is pleased to announce its members will now receive a digital copy of each quarterly issue of Mobile Self-Storage magazine. - October 28, 2009 - National Portable Storage Association
ChanceOL Launches Its on Site Audit Service
As a part of its e-commerce integration plan, ChanceOL launches its on site audit service. - October 28, 2009 - ChanceOL Network Technology Co., Ltd.
Oregon Restaurant Association Names Vice President of Strategic Communications
Oregon Restaurant Association (ORA) announced today that John Hamilton has been promoted to the newly developed position of Vice President of Strategic Communications and will report directly to ORA President & CEO Steve McCoid. He will be responsible for creating and managing communications... - October 26, 2009 - Oregon Restaurant Association
NAWBO San Diego November Seminar Focuses on Saving by Going Green
Christine McDannell, owner of Cleanology, will discuss how businesses can save money and help Mother Earth at the same time by making eco-friendly changes. - October 25, 2009 - NAWBO San Diego
Folsom Personal Trainer Val Fujii Participating in Nationwide Halloween Charity Boot Camp Event
Val Fujii, a Folsom personal trainer and owner of Superwomen Boot Camp, is proud to announce his participation in a nationwide charity boot camp event. - October 25, 2009 - Superwomen Boot Camp
Brangus Officers to Paraguay
Where’s the beef and who needs more of it? That was a question on the minds of three officers of the International Brangus Breeders Association (IBBA) and others who traveled to Paraguay for the 5th World Brangus Congress. Making the trip was: Dale Kirkham, President from Eureka, KS, Don Cox,... - October 25, 2009 - International Brangus Breeders Association
4 Honored at 7th Annual NACCE Conference
Five awards presented at the 7th Annual Conference of the National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship (NACCE), held in Chicago, IL, last week, show the diversity of the organization and its mission to promote entrepreneurial education. Two entrepreneurs–both educated at... - October 24, 2009 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
Superwomen Boot Camp Owner Val Fujii Proudly Announces Pacific Islands Relief Boot Camp Benefiting the Children of American Samoa
Val Fujii, a Folsom personal trainer and owner of Superwomen Boot Camp, is proud to announce a charity boot camp benefiting the tsunami victims of American Samoa. - October 23, 2009 - Superwomen Boot Camp
Information and Data Security Summit to be Held in Rochester NY
The Rochester (NY) Chapter of the Information Systems Security Association ISSA) is pleased to announce the 4th Annual Security Summit will be held Wednesday October 28 and Thursday October 29, 2009 at Woodcliff Hotel and Spa Conference Center, Fairport, NY. The conference will be held 8:00 to 5:00... - October 23, 2009 - Rochester Chapter ISSA
Moxxie Network Women Learn How to Dress with Business Moxxie - Lloyd Boston Shows Moxxie Network Women How to Look and Feel Their Best
Moxxie Network women visit Lord & Taylor, Garden City, NY, and JONES NEW YORK (JNY) for an evening of style on October 8, 2009 with JNY’s resident expert, tastemaker, , and illustrator extraordinaire—Lloyd Boston. - October 23, 2009 - Moxxie Network
New Counseling Skills Course Offered Online by the College of Mental Health Counseling
The College of Mental Health Counseling is pleased to announce the new online "Effective Counseling Skills" course as a gateway opportunity for members of the public to offer counseling services for people seeking help for depression, marriage and relationships, addiction, and much more. - October 23, 2009 - College of Mental Health Counseling
Dunn Capital Partner Withdraws Support on Emgold Mining Corp’s Gold Mining Project
After much research and deliberation, Dunn Capital Partners has decided to withdraw their support of the Idaho-Maryland Mine project in Grass Valley, California. Based on a unanimous vote, Dunn Capital Partners requires all extractive industry projects to support private equity firm’s social... - October 23, 2009 - Dunn Capital
AIA Grand Valley Among Collaborators for Joint Association Meeting
Presentation on Nov. 5 in Grand Rapids to discuss the legal issues of BIM (Building Information Modeling) and IDP (Integrated Project Delivery). - October 23, 2009 - American Institute of Architects Grand Valley
German American Business Forum Launched in Washington DC Schedules First Event
Peter H. Dehnen, transatlantic business specialist and international tax attorney of Dehnen Lawyers, announces the launch of the German American Business Forum (GABF). The GABF is a non-profit organization based in Washington, D.C. whose mission is to strengthen the transatlantic business bridge... - October 22, 2009 - GermanAmericanBusinessForum in Washington, D.C.
BioWest 2009 Registration Opens, Rolling Out a Stellar Lineup of National Speakers
Peter Sims, co-author of best selling business book “True North” and the forthcoming book “Little Bets” will provide the keynote for the 2009 BioWest Conference and Expo. In addition to Sims, nationally acclaimed speakers Ginger Graham, former CEO of Amylin Pharmaceuticals, and Eric Alexander - skier, climber, and mountaineer - will address the BioWest audience during the November 10th event at the Grand Hyatt Denver. - October 22, 2009 - Colorado BioScience Association
Social Workers Receive National Honors for Dating Site for Adults with Mental Illness
Social workers Elizabeth Barrett of New Mexico and Michael Apgar of Colorado accepted a 2009 Reintegration Award from Eli Lilly and Company (NYSE: LLY) for TrueAcceptance.com. The Reintegration Awards honor treatment teams, programs, and services for their outstanding contributions and achievements in the mental-health community. - October 22, 2009 - TrueAcceptance.com
IAPAM Announces 2010 Dates for Aesthetic Medicine Symposiums Showcasing Botox Training
Physicians continue to seek out comprehensive aesthetic medicine training programs, that include the most 'in-demand' aesthetic procedures: training in Botox, laser training, medical microdermabrasion training, chemical peel training and medical weight management programming. To meet this educational need, the IAPAM offers the most up-to date, hands-on, enduring medspa training program in the industry. Today, the IAPAM announces the dates for the Aesthetic Medicine Symposiums in 2010. - October 22, 2009 - International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine
NAPO-NY Presents "Understanding the Secret World of Women with AD/HD" Seminar
Sari Solden, pioneer in field of women with AD/HD, to be the featured speaker at the November 7, 2009 event. - October 22, 2009 - NAPO-NY
CubeKicker.com- the Newest Professional Networking Resource for Entrepreneurs and Investors
CubeKicker.com- The nation's premier resource for entrepreneurs and investors. Link with investors to finance your start up or idea or simply network with like minded individuals. - October 21, 2009 - Cube Kicker
NPSA Las Vegas Conference Mixes Business with Pleasure
The National Portable Storage Association's 7th Annual Conference and Exposition at Caesar's Palace in Las Vegas October 25-27, 2009 mixes business with pleasure. - October 21, 2009 - National Portable Storage Association
Holiday Family Fun. O'Tannenbaum - Festival of Trees.
The 16th Annual O’Tannenbaum ~ A Festival of Trees will be held on November 20th – November 21st and proceeds will once again support the various programs, such as summer reading and children’s story hour, at the Bennington Public Library. Event Details: Who: Friends of... - October 20, 2009 - Festival of Trees
Nebraska PTA Holds 86th Annual Convention
The 86th Annual Convention of the Nebraska Parent Teacher Association was held in Bellevue, Nebraska on October 10th, 2009. In attendance were delegates representing 100 PTA units, the Nebraska PTA State Board and the National PTA President Elect, Betsy Landers. Attendees heard from Betsy Landers... - October 20, 2009 - Nebraska PTA
Despite Shaky Support and Murky ROI Impact, Employee Volunteerism Programs Can Deliver in Big Ways
New i4cp study and report reveal how employee volunteerism increases recruitment, retention and engagement - October 16, 2009 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
Two Becomes One - Finding a Match
Two Becomes One is truly "Where Two Souls Become Mates!" As a top notch professional introduction service, Two Becomes One has created proven processes to making dating fun, easy, and enjoyable. - October 15, 2009 - Two Becomes One
Travelers Reveal Increasing Interest in Family Reunion Vacations
Among Them, More Than Two Million Choose Vacation Homes for Past Overnight Trips. - October 15, 2009 - Vacation Rental Managers Association
LTS LeaderBoard of St. Louis (LTSSTL) Announces the Debut of the LTS inTouch™ Social Media Marketing Services
Greg Busch of LTS LeaderBoard of St. Louis announces the debut of the LTS inTouch™ Social Media Marketing services to assist with the development and implementation of online marketing strategies in order to create influence. LTS inTouch™ specializes in helping small businesses use... - October 15, 2009 - LTS LeaderBoard of St. Louis
NPSA Honors Former Association President Dale Payne
The National Portable Storage Association offers its deepest sympathies to the family of Dale Payne, president of A Aamerican Container and Trailer Leasing Corp. - October 15, 2009 - National Portable Storage Association
Registration Opens for Product Management Educational Conference (PMEC)
Exclusive Gathering of Product and Brand Managers in the Heart of Silicon Valley. - October 14, 2009 - Association of International Product Marketing & Management
Two Students Experience Trips of a Lifetime
This summer, Project: Trip of a Lifetime, a newly formed 501(c)(3) organization sent two students on summer teen tours. Both of the students selected had amazing experiences and gained a new perspective of the country. In addition, this organization is fully operated by a group of High School Seniors from Scarsdale, NY. - October 13, 2009 - Project: Trip of a Lifetime
New Study Reveals How Firms Are Preparing to Retain Workers as Economy Improves
i4cp study shows communication, cost-cutting and engagement issues play a role in talent retention. - October 12, 2009 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
LatPro to Host Phoenix Diversity Job Fair Event in November
The final installment of LatPro’s National Diversity Job Fair Series will visit the Crowne Plaza Hotel at Phoenix Airport November 3. - October 11, 2009 - LatPro Inc.
LTS LeaderBoard of St. Louis (LTSSTL) Announces the Hiring of Bill Hippert to the Position of Manager, Business Development
Greg Busch of LTS LeaderBoard of St. Louis announces the hiring of Bill Hippert to the position of Manager, Business Development. His duties will include increased growth in the areas of fundraising golf tournaments and special events, as well as the corporate event industry. “We are excited... - October 11, 2009 - LTS LeaderBoard of St. Louis
Gov. Bev Perdue Among Women Leaders on Steering Committee for Women on Board Launch Event
Women on Board (www.nccwps.org), a program of the North Carolina Center for Women in Public Service, has announced the steering committee for the upcoming launch event to be held Thursday, Oct. 15 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Meredith College Massey House. The steering committee includes Gov. Bev... - October 10, 2009 - Women On Board