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Frontier Fort Faire and Public Archaeology Event Scheduled for May 2
Gwinnett Archaeological Research Society Announces Launch of First Annual Frontier Fort Faire at Historic Fort Daniel in Celebration of 2009 May Archaeology Month. - April 22, 2009 - Gwinnett Archaeological Research Society
Dr. Umar Haque Invited to Join the Prestigious American Dental Implant Association
Dr. Umar Haque has been invited to join the American Dental Implant Association. The goal of the American Dental Implant Association is to encourage collaboration and communication among the top dental professionals placing dental implants. - April 21, 2009 - Oak Brook Smiles
Net Impact Austin One Year Anniversary Party
Come join their 1 year anniversary on April 23rd at J Black's. Chances for prizes, free food and drinks, and supporting great nonprofits. - April 19, 2009 - Net Impact Austin
The Fleet Event for Everyone from Beginners to Experts
NAFA Fleet Management Association presents its annual Institute & Expo in New Orleans from April 25-28, 2009. Hundreds of fleet managers from the United States and Canada will take part in educational sessions ranging from beginner to advanced topics. - April 19, 2009 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
NPSA Resale Expo Offers Industry Predictions
Portable storage industry vendors will gather in Santa Barbara May 3-5 to discuss the challenges facing the industry and how to position for future growth. - April 19, 2009 - National Portable Storage Association
RRAR Member Re-Appointed as Federal Political Coordinator for Representative Brad Miller (D-NC-13)
John Wood, president of the Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® (RRAR) (www.rrar.com) has announced that Mary Edna Williams, broker and owner of RE/MAX Capital Realty, has been re-appointed as the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) Federal Political Coordinator (FPC) for... - April 18, 2009 - RRAR
AIGA Miami Presents, “Never Sleep: Graduating to Graphic Design”
On May 21, AIGA Miami presents the “Never Sleep: Graduating to Graphic Design”. For the this event, award winning design duo G. Dan Covert and Andre Andreev, of Dress Code will discuss their new book “Never Sleep: Graduating to Graphic Design” and share their insightful... - April 18, 2009 - AIGA Miami
Aiga Miami Presents, "Common Underground" an Exhibit of 30 Posters Featuring 30 Countries
On April 27, AIGA Miami presents the “Common Underground”. For this event, come examine what 30 designers have discovered in their exploration of how words can become representative of a given country. The exhibition is the result of Pedro Sarmiento’s project examining social... - April 18, 2009 - AIGA Miami
IJIS Institute Participates in Microsoft’s First Worldwide Public Safety Symposium
The IJIS Institute, a nonprofit organization focused on mission-critical information sharing, was invited to participate in MicrosoftCorp.’s first Worldwide Public Safety Symposium(PSS), April 14 - 16, 2009, at Microsoft Worldwide Headquarters in Redmond, Wa. In addition to several other... - April 18, 2009 - IJIS Institute
IJIS Institute Executive Director Appointed to National Academy of Sciences Committee
The executive director of the IJIS Institute, Paul Wormeli, has been appointed to a three-year term on the Committee on Law and Justice (CLAJ) of the National Academy of Sciences. The IJIS Institute is a nonprofit organization dedicated to merging the resources of industry with the interests of... - April 18, 2009 - IJIS Institute
IIMSAM Official Congratulates Manuel Chaves on His Inauguration as Deputy Prime Minister
Wishing all success to Manuel Chaves, IIMSAM’s official also expressed confidence that the friendly relations between the Middle East and the Spain will be further strengthened. - April 18, 2009 - IIMSAM
Ad 2 Tampa Bay Recognized as Nation's Top Chapter
Local young professional group Ad 2 Tampa Bay has been announced as the winner of the American Advertising Federation's national "Club of the Year" award for the second consecutive year, recognizing the club's contributions to the community and the advertising industry throughout their 2008-2009 club year. - April 18, 2009 - Ad 2 Tampa Bay
i4cp Launches New Strategic Workforce Planning Resource
New Knowledge Center delivers the insights leaders need to leverage workforce performance that produces results. - April 17, 2009 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
SavvyAuntie.com Nominated for “Best Family/Parenting Site” in the 13th Annual Webby Awards
Fans Can Vote Online to Help SavvyAuntie.com Win Internet's Top Honor. - April 17, 2009 - SavvyAuntie.com
NAFA, Mercury Ink Seminar Deal
NAFA Fleet Management Association and Mercury Associates, Inc. have reached an agreement to present NAFA Fleet Managmeent Seminars to areas like Alaska, Hawaii, and Puerto Rico. - April 17, 2009 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Keep Your Company Secure in a World of User Communities; Security Pros to Share Tips at ITWomen Event April 23
Top security officers from South Florida’s most privacy-sensitive institutions -- schools, healthcare, and financial services -- will share tips on securing corporate assets while meeting user demands for more information at anytime, from anywhere, at an ITWomen program in Fort Lauderdale April 23. - April 17, 2009 - ITWomen
Folsom Personal Trainer Val Fujii Announces the Launch of a Revolutionary Fitness Program Designed to Take Your Body from ‘Ordinary to Extraordinary’ by Summer
Val Fujii, a local Folsom certified personal trainer, has recently launched Superwomen Boot Camp, a cutting-edge fitness boot camp designed for women that promises to take your body from 'Ordinary to Extraordinary' at only a fraction of the cost of personal training. - April 16, 2009 - Superwomen Boot Camp
Recession Proof Insurance for the Business Woman - Are You Covered?
Atlanta women's business network, Dinner With Friends, offers skills development and effective networking to help businesses thrive in an economic down turn. - April 16, 2009 - Dinner With Friends Women's Network
Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® Participate in NCAR Legislative Day
John Wood, president of the Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® (www.rrar.com), has announced that the Association’s Triangle REALTORS® Leadership Academy will participate in the North Carolina Association of REALTORS® (NCAR) Legislative Day on April 22 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. - April 16, 2009 - RRAR
Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst (CAIA) Association Acquires AllAboutAlpha.com
The CAIA Association was established with the belief that a strong foundation of knowledge specific to alternative investments is essential for all AI professionals. Other programs do not address the unique attributes associated with alternative assets, but focus primarily on traditional investments. - April 16, 2009 - Chartered Alternative Investment Analysts Association
The Data Center Professionals Network Breaks 500
A recently launched business network that connects the data center industry today announced it has achieved more than 500 members in its first few months of operation. - April 15, 2009 - The Data Center Professionals Network
IBBA Launches BrangusVideo
The International Brangus Breeders Association (IBBA) is proud to announce the launch of BrangusVideo, a YouTube Video Channel dedicated to increasing the exposure of the Brangus breed. The video channel will become a repository for IBBA media that cannot be appropriately served by Brangus... - April 15, 2009 - International Brangus Breeders Association
BBB of Eastern NC Offers Tips to Protect Identity
Better Business Bureau of Eastern North Carolina is offering advice to help consumers protect themselves against identity theft. In addition, BBB is hosting a free document shredding event on April 18. - April 14, 2009 - Better Business Bureau of Eastern North Carolina
NPSA Exhibits at Associated General Contractors Event
The NPSA promoted portable storage containers at The Constructor Expo, a premier annual event attended by more than 3,000 industry professionals. - April 13, 2009 - National Portable Storage Association
NAFA Presents the CAFM/CAFS Boot Camp
Fleet managers involved with or interested in the CAFM/CAFS programs can benefit from NAFA's CAFM/CAFS Boot Camp held during this year's Institute & Expo in New Orleans. - April 12, 2009 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Local Author and Investigative Reporter to be Featured Speaker at Business Club Meeting
Amanda Lamb to speak at BCA Triangle April breakfast meeting. - April 12, 2009 - Business Clubs of the Triangle
Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® Announces Wake County Public Education Event
John Wood, president of the Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® (RRAR) (www.rrar.com) has announced that the Association will host a lunch and informational session featuring Chuck Delaney, assistant superintendent for growth and planning, from Wake County Public Schools on Thursday,... - April 12, 2009 - RRAR
Roatán, Honduras to Host the 7th Annual FCCA Platinum Associate Membership Conference
This June, the island of Roatán off the Caribbean coast of Honduras will host the Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association’s (FCCA), 7th Annual Platinum Associate Membership Advisory Council (PAMAC) Conference. Roatán’s cruise industry has been rapidly growing over the past... - April 11, 2009 - Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association
Louisiana Minority Supplier Development Council Names Stacie M. Williams, M.B.A. as Regional Director
Stacie M. Williams, MBA was named Regional Director for the Louisiana Minority Business Opportunity Center (MBOC), a program of the Louisiana Minority Supplier Development Council. Ms. Williams will manage the operations in the Southwest Louisiana territory which encompasses Baton Rouge, Lafayette and Lake Charles, Louisiana. Ms. Williams will be based out of the LAMSDC’s Baton Rouge, Louisiana office - April 11, 2009 - Louisiana Minority Supplier Development Council
Erie Yacht Club Announces Evening Cocktail Reception, Art Auction and Charity Regatta to Benefit the Flagship Niagara
The Erie Yacht Club, recognizing the need to show additional local support for one of Erie's premier cultural icon's the Flagship Niagara, will host an evening reception and charity regatta. The Erie Yacht Club has directly and indirectly supported marine activities from coast to coast for over a... - April 10, 2009 - Erie Yacht Club
Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® Names REALTOR® of the Year
John Wood, president of the Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® (RRAR) (www.rrar.com) has announced that the Association has named Eddie Speas, executive vice president and general manager of Coldwell Banker Advantage, as the 2008 REALTOR® of the Year. Speas has more than 15 years... - April 10, 2009 - RRAR
Morton Grove Action Party Sweeps Five Seats in Municipal Election
In the April 7 municipal race, the Morton Grove Action Party swept all five Village Board seats (Village President, Village Clerk, and three Trustee positions) up for election. - April 10, 2009 - Action Party of Morton Grove
Triangle CREW Hosts 11th Annual Champion Awards
Conni Tucker, president of Triangle Commercial Real Estate Women (Triangle CREW) (www.tcrew.org), an organization which provides a forum for fostering relationships among women commercial real estate professionals in the Triangle market, has announced that the organization will hold its 11th annual... - April 09, 2009 - Triangle Commercial Real Estate Women
AASHE and the ACUPCC Launch Online Climate Action Planning Wiki
The Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE) and the American College & University Presidents' Climate Commitment (ACUPCC) have released Climate Planning for Campuses: A How To Guide (http://www.aashe.org/wiki/climate-planning-guide), a manual to assist... - April 09, 2009 - Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education
Most Companies Aren’t Prepared for the Aftershocks of Layoffs
New i4cp report finds most don’t anticipate the dramatic decline in morale and productivity that follows. - April 08, 2009 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
IBBA Hosts Inaugural Global Brangus Roundup
The International Brangus Breeders Association (IBBA) hosted the inaugural Global Brangus Roundup on March 8, 2009, a one-day event held immediately after the 2009 IBBA Convention. The event was held at the George Ranch Historical Park in Richmond, Texas and served as a unique opportunity to both... - April 08, 2009 - International Brangus Breeders Association
Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® Announces Government Affairs Forum
John Wood, president of the Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® (RRAR) (www.rrar.com) has announced that the Association’s Triangle REALTORS® Leadership Academy will host a Government Affairs forum on April 21 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. - April 08, 2009 - RRAR
Rocky Mountain Fleet Management Association(R) Endorses CAFM, CAFS Programs
NAFA's CAFM and CAFS programs, the leading fleet educational programs, were endorsed by the Rocky Mountain Fleet Management Association. - April 08, 2009 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
NSHMBA to Host 2009 Connecting Firms with Hispanic Talent Event at Cintas Center
Hispanic Professionals to Gather for Roundtable Networking Event. - April 08, 2009 - National Society of Hispanic MBAs
Kiwanis Club of Singer Island Hosts Annual "Spring Fling" for Area Foster Families
Hosting more than 200 foster kids and parents, Singer Island Kiwanis Club's "Spring Fling" was a rousing success with fun, food and arts and crafts and games for all. "We measure our success," notes Kiwanis Club President Chet Zientek, " by both the smiles, laughs and... - April 07, 2009 - Kiwanis Club of Singer Island
Remember to Vote in Morton Grove’s Election on April 7th
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 7, 2009. Polling places are open from 6 a.m. until 7 p.m. Residents can locate their polling places by visiting the... - April 07, 2009 - Action Party of Morton Grove
Applying Behavioral Interview Techniques to Land Your Next Job is Topic of April Experts Connection
Interview Trainer and Executive Search Executive Matt Gill Shares His Secrets of “Mastering the Behavioral Interview… for Executives.” - April 05, 2009 - NETSHARE
Interest in International Youth Exchange Remains High
Report shows over 30,000 high school students study abroad during the 2008-2009 academic year. - April 04, 2009 - Council on Standards for International Educational Travel
AMHA Youth Announced Mi Pod and Mi Morgan Contest
Music and Morgans are being brought together in a fun and free youth contest. American Morgan Horse Association (AMHA) is excited to announce it is raffling off an iPod® shuffle to one lucky young equine enthusiast age 22 and under. The contest is easy to enter. Just send your e-mail address... - April 04, 2009 - The American Morgan Horse Association
Win a Morgan Horse
The 2009 AMHA/Team Morgan's Win a Morgan Horse Contest is underway and one lucky person will be the winner. The contest is open to any youth, age 21 and under, who is interested in owning a Morgan horse. The applicant will complete an application, essay, DVD, and include two letters of reference... - April 04, 2009 - The American Morgan Horse Association
Bobit Fleet Management Awards to be Presented at NAFA's I&E
Bobit Business Media's three industry awards will be part of the many prestigious awards presented at NAFA's Institute & Expo in New Orleans this April. - April 03, 2009 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
NPSA Warns of Mystery Shopper Scam
The NPSA is warning the industry about a new mystery shopping scam that seeks to wring its victims of $3,500. - April 03, 2009 - National Portable Storage Association
Nonprofit Awards $50,000 in Scholarships to College Students
The National Society of Collegiate Scholars has awarded a total of $50,000 in scholarships to 90 students at 70 schools across the country. - April 03, 2009 - The National Society of Collegiate Scholars
Austin Couples Find Non-Pathologizing Local Marriage Counselors via GoodTherapy.org
Couples in Austin who seek counseling to save their marriage now get a chance to connect with non-pathologizing marriage counselors and therapists in their vicinity. - April 02, 2009 - GoodTherapy.org
The Northeast Region of Sigma Gamma Rho Celebrates 70 Years of Service to the Community at Regional Conference
On April, 24, 2009 over 400 members of the international service organization Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Incorporated will convene at the Hilton Alexandria Mark Center to celebrate the Northeast Region’s 70 years of commitment to enhancing the quality of life within the community. Deborah I. - April 01, 2009 - Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Inc. Northeast Region