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Chamber's Business Retention and Expansion Program Works with More than 530 Local Companies During 2008-09 Fiscal Year
Erie County's Business Retention and Expansion Program (BREP), coordinated locally by the Erie Regional Chamber and Growth Partnership (ERCGP), reached more than 500 businesses during the 2008-2009 fiscal year generating more than 400 customer action plans (CAPs) that resulted in direct economic... - August 13, 2009 - Erie Regional Chamber and Growth Partnership
Superwomen Boot Camp Teaming Up with Local Resident for the Nike Women’s Marathon
Val Fujii, a Folsom personal trainer and owner of Superwomen Boot Camp, is proud to announce that they are teaming up with a local resident for The Nike Women’s Marathon. - August 13, 2009 - Superwomen Boot Camp
Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® Names New Communications Associate
John Wood, president of the Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® (RRAR) (www.rrar.com), announced that Caroline Shipman was promoted to communications associate within the communications department. The department recently expanded to include the new Communications & Public Relations... - August 13, 2009 - RRAR
Race is on for Olympic Contracts
Firms of all sizes in Coventry and Warwickshire are being urged to grab the Olympic baton and make the most out of the 2012 Games coming to London. Coventry & Warwickshire Chamber of Commerce, on behalf of Business Link West Midlands, will present two workshops on how to tender for work and to... - August 13, 2009 - Coventry and Warwickshire Chamber of Commerce
Eons “Woodstock 40th” Survey Shows Boomers Loved Their Careers, Still Pursue Their Ideals, and Chose CSNY (Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young) Over Hendrix
From proclaiming “far out” as their favorite slang term to electing an African American president as their biggest surprise, Boomers share who they were and who they’ve become. Eons.com, the online community for Baby Boomers, today announced the results of its Woodstock 40th... - August 12, 2009 - Eons, Inc.
NPSA Announces Annual Conference & Exposition Workshops
The National Portable Storage Association (NPSA) has announced a list of workshops for its 7th Annual Conference and Exposition at Caesar's Palace in Las Vegas from October 25-27, 2009. "We have chosen workshop topics for our annual conference with market conditions in mind. With the down... - August 12, 2009 - National Portable Storage Association
WBN 1st Symposium in Ibiza, 10th -13th of September 2009
"Destination Blue - See(d) a new Dream": 3 days of Inspiration, Meditation, Communication & Celebration. How then shall we live? Strategies for living in a rapidly changing world. Sharing ideas worth spreading. - August 10, 2009 - Wholistic Business Network
Most Employers Are Ineffective at Supporting New Managers
i4cp study finds most organizations don’t provide any measurement when transitioning employees to management for the first time. - August 10, 2009 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
Matt Reznicek Joins IBBA Member Cow Creek Ranch
IBBA Member Cow Creek Ranch, LLC, announced that Matt Reznicek has joined the family ranching operation located near Aliceville, AL, on August 1, 2009. Matt comes on board as a key member of the ranch management team of Cow Creek Ranch. “Matt brings a unique level of experience and history... - August 09, 2009 - International Brangus Breeders Association
NPSA Sets Seventh Annual Conference for Las Vegas
The National Portable Storage Association is holding its 7th Annual Conference and Exposition at Caesar's Palace in Las Vegas October 25-27, 2009. - August 08, 2009 - National Portable Storage Association
Michigan Chapter Meeting Highlights NAFA's Partnership with Ferris State University
NAFA's Michigan Chapter holds its next chapter meeting at Ferris State University in Big Rapids, Michigan to discuss the CAFM program and the minor in fleet management. - August 08, 2009 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® Young Professionals Network Hosts Auction Fundamentals
John Wood, president of the Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® (RRAR), (www.rrar.com) has announced that the association’s Raleigh Chapter for Young Professionals Network (RYPN) will host a mock auction on Wednesday Aug. 19 at 11:30 a.m. The workshop is going to be instructed by... - August 08, 2009 - RRAR
Local Grillers Sought for BBQ Competition Norwalk Exchange Club to Debut Bar·B·Q Pit at Norwalk Seaport Association Oyster Festival in September
The Bar·B·Q Pit at the Norwalk Seaport Association Oyster Festival will breathe smoking hot flavor and excitement into a longstanding local tradition. Created by the Norwalk Exchange Club as a new draw to the 32-year-festival, The Bar·B·Q Pit promises to pair the lure of... - August 08, 2009 - Norwalk Exchange Club
Revolutionary Social Communication Tool for Boomer Generation Sets Sights on National Multi‐ Market Rollout
Unlike other online social networks, Quintesocial is for adults who value an active social life and want to meet compatible people for fun, food, culture, and the celebration of life. - August 07, 2009 - Quintesocial LLC
2010 Hispanic Business Expo - San Diego, California | Showcase Your Business
The Hispanic Chamber of E-Commerce will host its first Hispanic Business Expo in San Diego, California in the Fall of 2010. - August 07, 2009 - Hispanic Chamber of E-Commerce
Colorado BioScience Association Announces 2009 Education Initiatives: Summer Externship Recipient, New Leadership Academy & BioNimbus Partnership
The Colorado BioScience Association (CBSA) has embarked on an ambitious roster of education initiatives. The announcement is made by John Collar, CBSA President & CEO, who says the organization is again sponsoring a high school biology teacher in a paid externship program at a member bioscience... - August 06, 2009 - Colorado BioScience Association
i4cp Experiences Growth in Membership
FedEx Ground, The Gap and Yum! Brands among several Fortune 500 companies that have selected i4cp to help improve workforce productivity. - August 06, 2009 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
Headline Capital Spearheads Charlotte Hedge Fund Forum
Accredited investors can meet largest gathering of Charlotte-based hedge fund managers on September 23, 2009 from 11am to 7pm at The Duke Mansion in Charlotte, North Carolina, USA. Visit www.charlottehedgefunds.info. - August 06, 2009 - Charlotte Hedge Fund Forum
Ohio Native Wins Community Service Competition, $15,000 Grant
Lisa Benoit of St. Marys, Ohio is the winner of a national service competition, The Engaging Race. She will receive a $15,000 grant to develop her project, a healthy living program for Mentally Retarded and Developmentally Disabled individuals in Ohio, and a trip to Washington, D.C. Benoit will receive an all-expense-paid trip to Washington, D.C. to accept the $15,000 grant at NSCS’ Convention Honor Gala on August 16, 2009. - August 06, 2009 - The National Society of Collegiate Scholars
Fitness Expert Val Fujii of Superwomen Boot Camp Reveals 4 Worst Exercises
Val Fujii is a Folsom personal trainer and owner of Superwomen Boot Camp. Today he reveals four exercises that you should avoid. - August 06, 2009 - Superwomen Boot Camp
With Markets Down, Homeowners Turn to Phased Remodeling
Whole-house remodels get turned into serial projects. - August 05, 2009 - National Association of the Remodeling Industry
ACAMS to Honor Outstanding Anti-Money Laundering Professional at Annual Conference, Past Recipients Include Organized Crime Detectives, NY State Police Investigator
The Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists (ACAMS) will once again pay tribute to its members by presenting the “ACAMS AML Professional of the Year Award” on October 1 at its 8th Annual Conference in Las Vegas, Nevada. “This is the third year we have offered... - August 04, 2009 - The Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists
Most Employers Willing to Assist Laid-Off Employees
i4cp Study: Companies primarily outsource outplacement assistance. - August 03, 2009 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
Action Party of Morton Grove to Host Its Annual Picnic
Action Party of Morton Grove to hold Annual Picnic for all residents of Morton Grove. A fun-filled afternoon for all ages with games, moonwalk, informational tables and free food; nominal cost for drinks. - August 02, 2009 - Action Party of Morton Grove
Keeping Your New Job in Tough Times Through Effective Leadership is Focus of August Experts Connection
Forty Percent of New Hires Fail in First 18 Months, But Leadership Expert George Bradt Explains How to Implement a 100-Day Plan for Ongoing Success. - August 02, 2009 - NETSHARE
Firefighter Will Perform 100 Skydives in Memory of Smoke Inhalation Victims
Joe Frolick, avid skydiver and professional firefighter, will combine his love of skydiving and passion for the fire service by performing 100 consecutive skydives on September 4, 2009. Joe’s desire to accomplish his mission is to bring attention to much needed education regarding smoke inhalation fatalities and the need for continued research and program development to save the lives of firefighters and civilians alike. - August 01, 2009 - Cyanide Poisoning Treatment Coalition
Rising Numbers of Single Women Have New Help
Today's woman--single and otherwise--has to meet challenges unheard-of in previous generations. As the number of single women continues to climb, the need to provide affordable, relevant help grows. 'Secrets you wish your mom told you' is a series of online classes that offer real help you can use right away in your everyday life. - August 01, 2009 - SWWAN(R) and the SWWAN Foundation
17 Companies Accepted During 1st-Round Vetting for Rocky Mountain Life Science Investor Conference
Organizers of the Inaugural Rocky Mountain Life Science Investor Conference (RMLIC) have chosen 17 of the thirty presenting companies in first-round vetting for the September 17th event at the Ritz Carlton in Denver. The conference will showcase the most innovative private and public life science companies in a multi-state region to a targeted audience of national investors. - August 01, 2009 - Colorado BioScience Association
Self-Help Legal Services Organization to Host Roundtable Discussion to Help the "Average Joe" be the Best Lawyer He Can be
Alliance of Legal Document Assistant Professionals (ALDAP) to host event to help California registered legal document preparers establish themselves as experienced professionals on the cutting edge of the self-help legal movement. - July 31, 2009 - Alliance of Legal Document Assistant Professionals
AIA National President-Elect to Speak at AIA Michigan Mid-Summer Conference
66th Annual Event Slated for The Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island, Aug. 6-8 - July 31, 2009 - American Institute of Architects Michigan
Cowboy Syndicate Launches Western Lifestyle Social Network
Cowboy Syndicate will launch a new social network for the western industry and lovers of the western lifestyle on September 1, 2009. This is the premier social network for everyone who loves the western way of life: cowboys, cowgirls, rodeo professionals, rodeo fans and western businesses from... - July 31, 2009 - Cowboy Syndicate
New Research Shows Collegiate Athletic Departments Playing Catch-Up on Sustainability
The 2009 Collegiate Athletic Department Sustainability Survey Report shows that while sustainability efforts appear to be growing within collegiate athletics, commitment to sustainability is lower among athletic departments than compared to their institutions as a whole and to professional sports... - July 31, 2009 - Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education
D.C. Based Honor Society Rallies Members for Day of Service
The National Society of Collegiate Scholars (NSCS) has teamed up with Big Brother Big Sisters of the National Capital Area to connect college-aged students with kids (ages 7-14) in need of a big brother or sister on Sunday, August 16, 2009. - July 31, 2009 - The National Society of Collegiate Scholars
Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® Offers August North Carolina State Certified Continuing Education Courses
John Wood, president of the Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® (RRAR) (www.rrar.com), has announced the Association’s continuing education courses for the month of August, which will be held at RRAR’s training facility, located at 111 Realtor Way in Cary. The following course... - July 31, 2009 - RRAR
Search-Aupair-Family.info Launches: New Childcare Website for the Budget and Security Conscious Family
www.search-aupair-family.info matches Au Pairs and Nannies to families in a secure and safe environment. All communication between families and Au Pairs or Nannies is done through a secure internal messaging system which means no personal contact information is displayed on the website. - July 31, 2009 - Search Aupair Family
Superwomen Boot Camper Participating in Breast Cancer 3-Day Walk
Val Fujii is a Folsom personal trainer and owner of Superwomen Boot Camp. Fujii is proud to announce that an SWBC camper is participating in a Breast Cancer 3-Day Walk. - July 30, 2009 - Superwomen Boot Camp
LatPro Diversity Career Fair Returns to Atlanta on August 27
LatPro’s job fair for Hispanic and bilingual professionals will take place at the Holiday Inn Decatur Conference Plaza on Thursday August 27th from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. - July 29, 2009 - LatPro Inc.
South Coast Bayern Opens Milk Cup 2009
South Coast Bayern Futbol Club, the premier international youth soccer organization in Orange County California, today announced that their boy's under 17 team competed in and emerged victorious in their initial 2009 Milk Cup match in Northern Ireland. The Milk Cup is one of the most prestigious... - July 29, 2009 - South Coast Bayern
Broadway Media Enters Online Entertainment Field with Discounts on Broadway Shows
Broadway Media, known in the NY area as a leader in research and promotion, is making their way into the dining and entertainment industry with the development of their new Dining and Entertainment Club. - July 29, 2009 - Broadway Values
Willow Creek Association’s Leadership Summit 2009 — CCN Edition Via Satellite. Summit Faculty to Include Tony Blair and Bono.
On August 14 and 15 leaders throughout North America will have an unprecedented opportunity to hear a world class line-up of global leaders at the Willow Creek Leadership Summit 2009 — via satellite on CCN. Willow Creek Association (WCA) has partnered with Church Communication Network (CCN)... - July 28, 2009 - Live Oak Community Church
Looking for a Job? Prepare to be Drug Tested
i4cp Study: Most Companies Drug Test, Especially During Pre-Employment - July 28, 2009 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
New Interactive Learning Community Launches Live Online Breakthrough Courses
My Rx for Living, an online learning and coaching center has begun accepting registrations for its Fall 2009 Breakthrough Courses. Utilizing a high-speed Internet connection, an interactive video, voice, and text communication interface and highly qualified and respected course leaders, the company... - July 28, 2009 - My Rx for Living
Hurricane Protection Professionals and Building Officials to Meet in New Orleans - August 21st
The International Hurricane Protection Association (IHPA) will conduct its August Meeting at the Hilton New Orleans Riverside. The event will feature a General Membership Meeting with Guest Speaker Norman Morris, CAE – Senior VP, Louisiana Realtors and Luncheon, Panel Discussions featuring noted Hurricane Protection experts and a Networking Reception. - July 27, 2009 - International Hurricane Protection Association
American Academy of Urgent Care Medicine Launches New Web Site
The American Academy of Urgent Care Medicine has launched its newly designed website. Designed by McMurry, the new site is more dynamic and user-friendly, offering five distinct areas organized to meet the specific needs of each visitor. A cleaner, simpler layout allows users to quickly locate... - July 25, 2009 - American Academy of Urgent Care Medicine
‘Works Both Ways.com’ Finally, Some Good News for Job-Hunters
A recession-busting solution for skilled jobseekers and those who need their expertise. - July 25, 2009 - Works Both Ways
Registration Deadline - September 1 - for 2009 WOW Writers Conference in Vegas
Viva Las Vegas! Experience Las Vegas And attend the 2009 WOW Writers Conference - mixing pleasure with business. Nineteen dynamic workshops, keynotes, panels, luncheon and banquet. - July 24, 2009 - Wizards of Words Writers Conference
JustJobs.com and AfterCollege Partner to Distribute Entry-Level Jobs and Internships
AfterCollege partners with JustJobs to provide more entry-level opportunities to college students and recent graduates. - July 24, 2009 - LatPro Inc.
Inspiring New Poets Teaches How to Make Money with Poetry and Publishes Poems for Just $2.00
Inspiring New poets is a poetry company dedicated in helping poets attain financial freedom through writing poems. It organizes poetry contests and continually guides members to start earning part time to full time incomes from poetry. - July 24, 2009 - Inspiring New Poets
ISPE and INTERPHEX Team Up for European Exhibition
ISPE and INTERPHEX have partnered for the first time to deliver a European product and services exhibition at the ISPE 2009 Strasbourg Conference being held 28 September - 1 October in Strasbourg, France. - July 24, 2009 - ISPE
Donna Lanier Named HVACR Woman of the Year
Local owner of All Seasons One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning received HVACR Woman of the Year award from Contracting Business Magazine. - July 23, 2009 - Clockwork Home Services