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Study: Down Economy Sparks Rise in Workplace Theft
The current economic downturn has led to an upturn in workplace theft – especially in large organizations – according to a recent Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp) study. The study found that 27% of respondents in large companies - those with 10,000 or more employees - said... - December 11, 2008 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
AIGA Miami Launches Parallel Series with "Words Make Pictures"
On Dec. 17, AIGA Miami presents "Words Make Pictures," the launch event for its new Parallels series in which guest speakers explore their profession in the context of design. For "Words Make Pictures," copywriters will review their best work and engage in a roundtable discussion on the interplay between written and visual communications. - December 11, 2008 - AIGA Miami
Portable Storage Helps Secure Corporate Information
The National Portable Storage Association offers security tips for corporate information. - December 11, 2008 - National Portable Storage Association
Cactus Kallah 2009 Early Registration to Close Soon
This year, the theme is Ushavtemayim Besason, Drawing water of Joy - Celebrating the joys of water, especially in the high desert of Tucson. TSC chose this theme to acknowledge that the intention of this gathering is indeed a sacred one: l'shem shamayim, for the sake of heaven and that all are composed mostly of water and the time in the desert helps one to see the importance of water and joy in life. - December 09, 2008 - Congregation Ner Tamid
A New Service Driving Social Responsibility on U.S. Highways
They have built a network to allow socially responsible drivers to band together and report other vehicles experiencing safety issues. This is a nationwide service intended to incorporate all vehicles registered to operate on U.S. highways. - December 08, 2008 - Drivers Helping Drivers, LLC
US Marine Corps Wins 2008 TOCICO Achievement Award
Maintenance Center Albany US Marine Corps wins the coveted 2008 TOCICO Achievement Award in recognition of their sustainable success achieved through the use of Theory of Constraints principles. These principles have provided a higher level of mission readiness at significantly lower cost to the taxpayer. - December 08, 2008 - TOCICO
AMHA Launches Redesigned Website
The American Morgan Horse Association's website, www.morganhorse.com, is newly designed. - December 07, 2008 - The American Morgan Horse Association
Lewis University Student Wins Holiday Card Design Contest
The National Society of Collegiate Scholars (NSCS) is proud to announce Lewis student Marcia Campbell won NSCS’ 2008 Holiday Card Contest. NSCS will send the card featuring her design to NSCS’ partners and vendors, as well as electronically to its half-a-million members. NSCS members... - December 07, 2008 - The National Society of Collegiate Scholars
AMHI Board Approved Morgan Pavilion at Kentucky Horse Park
The American Morgan Horse Institute approves the building of a Morgan pavilion at the Kentucky Horse Park. - December 07, 2008 - The American Morgan Horse Association
College Educational Website Shares the Wealth this Holiday Season
Do to the struggling economy the amount of donations to the needy this holiday season may unfortunately suffer a significant decline. In order to lessen the damaging blow that many needy families may face this year an online company in Indianapolis, IN plans to significantly increase its giving efforts….But here’s the catch. It’s up to college and universities students to decide just how much food, diapers, clothes and books they plan to donate. - December 05, 2008 - Isleptthroughclass, LLC
Historic Hotels of the Rockies - Holidays with Historic Presence
Spectacular light displays, elaborate decorations, holiday revelry, gourmet delights, winter lodging packages, festive New Year’s packages each with a historic flare. - December 04, 2008 - Historic Hotels of the Rockies
Kiwanis Club of Singer Island Supports "Prematurity Month" at St. Mary's Neonatal
The Kiwanis Club of Singer Island, Florida helped St. Mary's Hospital Neonatal Unit celebrate "Prematurity Month," with two gift baskets presented by Kiwanis Members Nancy Hill and Club Secretary Helen Zientek to Marsha Mitchell of the neonatal nursing staff. Citing premature birth as... - December 04, 2008 - Kiwanis Club of Singer Island
Former NAFA President, Patsy Brownson, Retires from Cox Enterprises, Inc.
Patsy Brownson, former NAFA President and long-time member of the Association, has announced her retirement from Cox Enterprises, Inc where she was Manager, Fleet Relations. - December 04, 2008 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Prague Steals Top UK Chef
The newly opened restaurant Shiso in Prague is run by the top UK chef Paul Day, former chef of Nobu in London. - December 04, 2008 - LS Club Ltd.
Event Urges CEOs to Leave Their BlackBerry at Home
Author and speaker Marty Clarke, to speak on how to tweak a company’s sales engine and increase sales revenues. - December 04, 2008 - Business Clubs of the Triangle
New Social Networking Site to Bring Central Florida Boaters Together
BoatBrevard.com announces its official launch and plans to be the best online boater resource and connection site for Central Florida boaters. BoatBrevard.com is Brevard County's newest free online community for Brevard boaters. Find out all the hot spots, islands, and upcoming events. Get involved... - December 03, 2008 - BoatFlorida.com
Hermosa Beach Soccer Club Players Selected to LAWSG Management Team
The Hermosa Beach Soccer Club (www.HermosaBeachSoccerClub.com) today announced that four of its players have been selected to the 2009 L.A. Watts Summer Games Soccer Tournament Management Team. Since 1968, the Los Angeles Junior Chamber of Commerce (www.lajcc.org) has hosted the Games... - December 03, 2008 - Hermosa Beach Soccer Club
Bay Buchanan to Speak to Conservative Students at the George Mason University Chapter of the Young Americans for Freedom
Bay Buchanan will speak on the topic of the urgency of young conservatives of the Young Americans for Freedom to stand up for their beliefs, and not back down when attacked by their liberal professors and peers. Bay will discuss what our founders sacrificed to create our system of government, and that they expected subsequent generations to protect what they started—or as George Washington stated, "The preservation of the sacred fire of liberty are…entrusted to the hands of the American people." - December 02, 2008 - Young Americans for Freedom (VA)
Bob Torgan Captures Senior Net Division Title at 2008 Tour Championship of the International Players Tour
Two Handicap Senior from Willis, TX scores impressive seven stroke victory with a net score of 227 for 54-Hole Event at Horseshoe Bay Resort in Texas. - November 29, 2008 - International Players Tour
Rotary Club of Chennai Velachery: Vocational Training Beneficiaries Felicitated
The Rotary Club of Chennai Velachery felicitated the beneficiaries of the Vocational Training Courses at a grand function held at Madras Race Club, Chennai, on Sunday, 23rd November 2008. - November 28, 2008 - Rotary Club of Chennai Velachery
Rotary Club of Chennai Velachery: Website Launched
The Rotary Club of Chennai Velachery launched its Website at a grand function held at Madras Race Club, Chennai, on Sunday, 23rd November 2008. - November 28, 2008 - Rotary Club of Chennai Velachery
Jay Mitchell Wins Over $25,000 as International Players Tour 2008 Tour Championship Winner
East Texan from Pine Dunes Resort edges out 82 competitors chasing over $91,000 in prize money at Horseshoe Bay Resort in Texas with a spectacular final-hole finish on Sunday. - November 28, 2008 - International Players Tour
Portable Storage a Boon for Black Friday Retailers
The National Portable Storage Association encourages retailers to use in-store square footage for merchandising – and portable storage for back stock – during a critical holiday shopping season. - November 28, 2008 - National Portable Storage Association
Stanton Lions Celebrate Park Dedication
Park Dedicated to Stanton Lion, Harry Dotson. - November 27, 2008 - Stanton Lions Club
Graeme Maxton Announced as NAFA’s 2009 Institute & Expo Keynote Speaker
Graeme Maxton, an internationally renowned authority on the global automotive industry, has been announced as the Keynote Speaker of NAFA’s 2009 Institute & Expo in New Orleans next April. - November 26, 2008 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Biotech Executive John Collar Named Executive Director of the Colorado BioScience Association, Effective December 8
Following an extensive national search, John Collar, Chief Operating Officer of Westminster-based Matrilinex, has been named Executive Director of the Colorado BioScience Association (CBSA), effective December 8, 2008. A seasoned senior executive, Collar has a background of solid corporate experience with a proven track record for strategic planning, managing to metrics, and c-level operational responsibilities. He succeeds Denise Brown, Founding Executive Director of CBSA, who retired Sept 30. - November 24, 2008 - Colorado BioScience Association
IIMSAM observed Universal Children's Day
The Goodwill Ambassador of the Intergovernmental Institution for the use of Micro-algae Spirulina against Malnutrition (IIMSAM), a Permanent Observer to the United Nations Economic and Social Council, Dr. Naseer Shahir Homoud today marked here the United Nations Universal Children's Day by... - November 23, 2008 - IIMSAM
Downsizing Businesses Turn to Portable Storage
The National Portable Storage Association comes to the rescue with a bailout plan for businesses that are cutting costs – or cutting space. - November 23, 2008 - National Portable Storage Association
Something Big is Happening in Racine
A new group in Racine is attracting international attention. After only one week in existence, Yes We Can Racine has already been featured on National Public Radio and the Australian Broadcasting Corporation. Tapping into the spirit of volunteerism, Yes We Can Racine is a new non-profit dedicated... - November 22, 2008 - Yes We Can Racine
Most Executives Rank Succession Planning Among Top Challenges in the Future
Despite recognition, most companies lack a formal succession planning process, according to the latest report from i4cp. - November 20, 2008 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
Kiwanis Club of Singer Island, Florida Singer Island Kiwanis Holds Annual Installation Banquet
The Kiwanis Club of Singer Island held their annual Installation Banquet September 28th at the Abacoa Golf and Country Club to salute the contributions of its officers and members working to improve the lives and scholarship of young people over the past year and to welcome incoming officers and... - November 20, 2008 - Kiwanis Club of Singer Island
Multi-Dimensional Diversity™: i4cp Launches Exclusive New Program to Help Companies Leverage Diversity as a Competitive Asset
Diversity issues today have never been more complex. Cultural, racial, religious, gender, and generational diversity, among others, have organizations scrambling not only to meet the challenge of diversity’s multi-dimensional nature, but also to leverage it to their advantage. Through an... - November 20, 2008 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
International Players Tour Announces The Glenlivet as a Presenting Sponsor for the IPT Tour Championship
Award Winning Single Malt Scotch Distiller will feature a Tasting Party at Horseshoe Bay Resort on November 22nd, 2008 - November 20, 2008 - International Players Tour
NPSA Announces 2009 Chairman of the Board
The National Portable Storage Association has elected a new board of directors for 2009. - November 20, 2008 - National Portable Storage Association
LS Club in Prague - the New Home for CEOs
Situated on a quiet cobble-stone street, in a non-descript building, man can find Prague’s newest haunt for the business elite of Central Europe’s capital. - November 19, 2008 - LS Club Ltd.
Gulf Coast Venture Forum Monthly Meeting Scheduled for December 4, 2008
The next GCVF membership meeting is scheduled for Thursday, December 4, 2008 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at Tiburon Golf Course Clubhouse, 2620 Tiburon Drive in Naples - November 19, 2008 - Gulf Coast Venture Forum
Oberon FMR, Inc., Wins the Fourth Annual Dorsey & Whitney Venture Showcase Award, Presented at BioWest 2008
Oberon FMR, Inc., has won the fourth annual Dorsey & Whitney Venture Showcase Award at the 2008 BioWest Conference & Expo in Denver. The announcement is made by Christine Shapard, Interim Executive Director of the Colorado BioScience Association (CBSA), who says the $10,000 Venture Showcase award was provided by the Dorsey & Whitney law firm and announced at the Colorado Bioscience Association (CBSA) 2008 Awards Dinner. - November 19, 2008 - Colorado BioScience Association
The American Academy of Urgent Care Medicine Announces Its 2009 Urgent Care Medicine Conference
The American Academy of Urgent Care Medicine will be holding its 2009 Urgent Care Medicine Conference September 23-25, 2009 at the Coronado Bay Resort in San Diego, California. Through strength and teamwork, urgent care professionals have developed the specialty of Urgent Care Medicine into the... - November 19, 2008 - American Academy of Urgent Care Medicine
Association Announces New Emotional Health Radio Show
Dr. Aldo R. Pucci, president of the National Association of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapists, announces his new call-in radio, "Your Emotional Health." The new radio show, aired each Sunday from 11:30 am - Noon eastern time, is based on the very popular and effective counseling approach... - November 17, 2008 - NACBT
SERCOS III in ROVEMA Packaging Machines
Through the openness and standardization of SERCOS III, ROVEMA has a universal drive and automation interface available. - November 17, 2008 - SERCOS North America
SERCOS Vendor Organizations Announce Packaging Profile for SERCOS III
The SERCOS vendor organizations have announced the development of a Pack Profile for real-time Ethernet-based SERCOS III. The Pack Profile defines a subset of the SERCOS interface® functions for packaging machinery to ease implementation of the standard and improve the multi-vendor... - November 17, 2008 - SERCOS North America
IIMSAM Participates in World Diabetes Day
Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Naseer Shahir Homoud pledged to support solidarity campaigns mounted by the World Health Organization and other allied agencies of the United Nations to cope up with this spreading disease. - November 16, 2008 - IIMSAM
Anna Symington Named Executive Director, UMass Amherst Alumni Association
The University of Massachusetts Amherst Alumni Association is pleased to announce that Anna Symington has been named Executive Director of the Alumni Association. A graduate of the UMass Amherst Stockbridge School of Agriculture in 1976, Ms. Symington went on to receive her Bachelor’s degree... - November 16, 2008 - University of Massachusetts Alumni Assocaition
Livermore Chamber of Commerce Welcomes New Members
Several new businesses recently joined the Livermore Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber is seeing its membership grow during these down economic times because of the value they provide to their membership. - November 16, 2008 - Livermore Chamber of Commerce
Naples Investment Expert Speaks at Gulf Coast Venture Forum Kick-off Meeting
Andrew D.W. Hill of Comerica Bank reviewed the current investment climate, including the fundamental, technical and behavioral economics at work in today’s economy. - November 15, 2008 - Gulf Coast Venture Forum
Navy Hero to Speak at Business Club of the Triangle in November
Scott Waddle to be the featured speaker at BCA Triangle Breakfast on November 21. - November 15, 2008 - Business Clubs of the Triangle
NAFA Launches Institute & Expo Website; Online Conference Registration Now Open
NAFA Fleet Management Association has created a new website to promote their annual Institute & Expo. - November 15, 2008 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Defense Commercial Vendors Coalition Helps Incorporate Better Use of Commercial Technology Provisions Into FY2009 National Defense Authorization Act
The efforts of the Defense Commercial Vendors Coalition and others have led Congress to strengthen enforcement provisions related to the use of commercial technology by DoD. The FY2009 NDAA requires more comprehensive market research and reporting on DoD progress in this area of the acquisitions process. This will lead to cost savings and quicker provision of needed tools to the defense and intelligence communities. - November 15, 2008 - Defense Commercial Vendors Coalition
NAFA's New Website – Just a Click Away
NAFA Fleet Management Association is proud to announce a new website design that makes navigation to any part of the website just one step away. - November 14, 2008 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
International Brangus Breeders Association Announces 2009 Editorial Plan, Launches New Publication
The International Brangus Breeders Association (IBBA) and Brangus Publications, Inc, (BPI) is extremely pleased to announce that they will be publishing six issues of the Brangus Journal and four commercial editions of a new publication, the FRONTLINE Beef Producer in 2009. The objective is to... - November 14, 2008 - International Brangus Breeders Association