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Timothy J. Cartwright Nominated to Open Finance Network Board of Directors
Timothy J. Cartwright, Managing Director of 5th Avenue Advisors and Compass Advisory Group, was recently nominated to the Open Finance Network (OFN) Board of Directors at a meeting in Miami, Florida. Open Finance Network is a financial services and software firm headquartered in Charlotte, North... - June 12, 2008 - Gulf Coast Venture Forum
Gulf Coast Venture Forum President Speaks
Gulf Coast Venture Forum President Speaks at Junior Achievement of Southwest Florida CEO Academy. - June 12, 2008 - Gulf Coast Venture Forum
Local Entrepreneurs Get Help with Emerging Businesses at Network Event Hosted by Momentum Venture Management
Momentum Venture Management will sponsor an entrepreneurs-only networking event on Tuesday, June 17, 2008 at 4:30 p.m. at the Point Moorea Room in the Wilshire Grand Hotel, 930 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA. The managing directors of Momentum Venture Management will be joined by Jack Bicer, CEO... - June 11, 2008 - TechBiz Connection
Hermosa Beach Soccer Club Out of Semi-Final on Goal Differential
The Hermosa Beach Soccer Club’s Men’s Over-30 team fails to advance to the semi-final round due to a one-point goal differential. - June 11, 2008 - Hermosa Beach Soccer Club
Qualifiers for International Players Tour 2008 Tour Championship Up 40% Over 2007 Roster
Increased Membership Levels and $20,000 Winner Share in Net Division cited as Reasons for Record-breaking Qualifying for Horseshoe Bay Resort November Event. - June 11, 2008 - International Players Tour
Going Green Creates Bond Between NAFA and NYC
NAFA recently participated in The City of New York Parks & Recreation 20th Annual Vehicle and Equipment Show just a few weeks after awarded The City of New York Parks & Recreation with NAFA's first-ever Green Fleet Award. - June 11, 2008 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Free Birthday Gift Website Celebrates Its Own Birthday by Registering Its 500,000th Member
www.freebirthdaystuff.com, which offers members free goods and services on their birthday, celebrates its first year online by passing the half million member mark. - June 10, 2008 - freebirthdaystuff.com
UGA CEO Passes the Torch
Ursula Edwards becomes the new owner, CEO & President of the newly named Urban Gospel Alliance International, Inc. About The Urban Gospel Alliance International, Inc. (UGAI) The Urban Gospel Alliance International, Inc. (UGAI) is a global Gospel music industry organization with a focus on the urban market. - June 10, 2008 - Urban Gospel Alliance International, Inc.
i4cp Study Finds Employers Struggling with How to Handle Religious Differences
Nearly a third of employers surveyed said they have seen personal clashes in the workplace linked to religion - June 09, 2008 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
National Portable Storage Association Seeks New Seminar Venue
The NPSA has launched a poll to survey industry preferences on the next location for future educational seminars. - June 07, 2008 - National Portable Storage Association
Tribute to WWII Veterans & Remembers June 6, 1944 - D-Day
View World War II remembrance photos-dedicated to all who served in the U.S. Armed Forces during World War II and moreover throughout history. - June 07, 2008 - VetFriends.com
Action Party Launches New Website
The Action Party of Morton Grove is very pleased to announce the launch of an entirely new website with dates, information and important links to many sites that will interest the citizens of Morton Grove, Illinois. - June 07, 2008 - Action Party of Morton Grove
MOMpowered Inc. Debuts with an Exclusive Business Launch Event: Birthing the Dream Boat Cruise
New MOMpowered business is dedicated to help local Moms achieve entrepreneurial success. - June 06, 2008 - MOMpowered Inc.
Looking Like a Princess is Not Enough; Girls Should Know That True Royalty Begins on the Inside
It's time for parents to recognize that girls are crying out for affirmation and self love, not more lip gloss or designer jeans. The High Princess Society offers parents help. - June 05, 2008 - BookWorm Publishing
Portable Storage Offers Safe Haven for Hurricane Season
The National Portable Storage Association sounds the alarm for a 2008 hurricane season that is busier than expected. - June 05, 2008 - National Portable Storage Association
Maryland Law Extends Trade-In Tax Credit To Automotive Leases
Marylanders who choose to lease, rather than purchase, a car may now receive a tax credit for the value of their trade in vehicle, under a law signed by Governor O"Malley and supported by the Maryland Automobile Dealers Association. - June 03, 2008 - Maryland Automobile Dealers Association
Generale Ameglio Italian Civic Association Names Honorary Lifetime President
On May 1st 2008 Generale Ameglio Italian Civic Association, New Britain CT (USA) names Gianni Boscarino Honorary Lifetime President. - June 02, 2008 - Generale Ameglio Italian Civic Association (GAICA)
Maryland Automobile Dealers Association Honors 2008 Teachers Of The Year
The Maryland Automobile Dealers Association is partnering with the Maryland State Board of Education to recognize the state’s most outstanding educators as Teachers of the Year. “With their dedication, commitment, and the passion they bring to the job every day, these outstanding... - June 02, 2008 - Maryland Automobile Dealers Association
Alliance for Affordable Services Awards $203,000 in Scholarship funds
Scholarship program takes effect and helps alleviate the cost of higher education. Offered by the Alliance for Affordable Services, a national, not-for-profit organization dedicated to helping members live better and save more. - June 02, 2008 - Alliance for Affordable Service
VAnetworking Presents Seminar on Joint Ventures
VAnetworking.com is pleased to announce a seminar presented by Lucinda Cross. - June 01, 2008 - Virtual Assistant Networking Association
Advantage Conferences Launch of Advantage Mentoring: Christ-Centered Training for Entrepreneurs
YourAbundanceSolutions.net announces the launch of Advantage Mentoring - services that provide ongoing mentoring for business people in the marketplace, particularly in the areas of home business and personal finance. Advantage Conferences focuses on the equipping of entrepreneurs and those who desire to become entrepreneurs with valuable lessons gleaned from the experience of highly successful business people. - May 31, 2008 - Advantage Conferences
NPSA Beefs Up Portable Storage Directory
Customers looking for portable storage can visit the NPSA online to find a vendor in their state. - May 30, 2008 - National Portable Storage Association
Talent Management Accelerated: i4cp Launches Exclusive New Program and Consortium
Exclusive new program for corporations designed to improve talent management initiatives across the enterprise. - May 29, 2008 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
NAFA Hands Out 5th Excellence in Education Award
The Excellence in Education Award was handed out to Matt Betz at NAFA's 2008 Institute & Expo in Salt Lake City. - May 29, 2008 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Hermosa Beach Soccer Club Urges Parents to Let Youth Play
According to recurring medical studies, youth soccer is a relatively safe sport. - May 29, 2008 - Hermosa Beach Soccer Club
New Job Board for Women at www.downtownwomensclub.com Has Recession-Proof Pricing ($30 for 30-Day Postings)
The Downtown Women's Club, a professional network and career website for women, has relaunched its website with recession-proof pricing on its new job board ($30 for 30-days). The goal is to encourage employers to hire women, as recent studies have shown that female employees can thrive better than male colleagues when switching companies during difficult times. - May 29, 2008 - DWC Services Inc.
Santa Clarita Rotary Club Receives Multiple Awards at District Conference
The Santa Clarita Rotary Club received 5 major awards at the Rotary District Conference last Saturday. Among the awards was one for the project completed at Old Orchard Elementary School in Newhall, one for public relations, one for the vocational program that included many local businesses throughout Santa Clarita, and one for the Interact Club started at West Ranch High School in Stevenson Ranch. - May 27, 2008 - Santa Clarita Valley Rotary Club
"The Ladies Room of Arlington" Opens Its Doors; Grand Opening Brings the Exclusive Ladies Room of Arlington
One of the most exclusive, members-only women’s club, The Ladies Room, will be having its grand opening Tuesday, June 10, 2008 from 3 to 7 pm. This is an elegant, yet professional social setting placed in the heart of Texas. While the name may be a little tongue-in-cheek, The Ladies Room of... - May 25, 2008 - The Ladies Room
Colorado Governor Bill Ritter to Attend 2008 BIO Conference and Expo, Marketing The State’s Bioscience Sector to 20,000 Industry Executives
Colorado Governor Bill Ritter will attend BIO 2008 in San Diego, California, June 18, 2008, marketing the State’s bioscience sector to more than 20,000 bioscience company executives, researchers, economic development agencies and service providers attending the four-day event. A Colorado Pavilion (Booth #3049), on the trade show floor, will feature the state’s research institutions and highlight Colorado’s support for bioscience companies and its business-friendly environment. - May 24, 2008 - Colorado BioScience Association
Girls Living Life on Purpose, Inc. (GLLOP) Presents the Real Deal Workshop on June 7th, 2008
Girls Living Life on Purpose, Inc. is hosting a parent/teen workshop on Saturday, June 7th, 2008 at the Doubletree Hotel – Dallas (near Galleria Mall) in Dallas, Texas geared at coaching girls in developing standards, setting healthy boundaries in relationships, and making healthy decisions. - May 24, 2008 - Girls Living Life on Purpose, Inc.
NPSA Launches All-New Media Room
The National Portable Storage Association has launched a media room to better serve journalists who write about the portable storage industry. - May 22, 2008 - National Portable Storage Association
Hermosa Beach Soccer Club’s Over-30 Men Still in the Hunt
After being downed in back-to-back matches, HBSC rebounded to a 3-2 record with one game left in round robin portion of the tournament. - May 21, 2008 - Hermosa Beach Soccer Club
Senator Bill Bradley Captivates Crowd in Salt Lake City
Senator Bill Bradley provided the Keynote Address at NAFA's 2008 Institute & Expo in Salt Lake City. - May 21, 2008 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
NAFA Partners with Ferris State University to Enhance CAFM Program
NAFA Fleet Management Association and Ferris State University have announced a partnership and a four-step degree plan that begins with awarding CAFM program participants 12 semester hours of college credit for successful completion of the program and ends with a Bachelor of Science Degree with a minor in Fleet Management. - May 21, 2008 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
A Tribute to U.S. Veterans & Military - a Historical Photo Collection
Take a moment to reflect on the many brave men and women who have given their lives in the service and protection of our great country. A military photo collection is a tribute to all of our heroes. - May 21, 2008 - VetFriends.com
USBGA's National Chapter Program is a Hit
The National Chapter Program is a platform to expand the Developmental Tour and member base of USBGA. - May 21, 2008 - United States Black Golfers Association
DVD Association Announces 2008 Excellence Award Winners
Recognizing and Rewarding Excellence in DVD, HD DVD, Blu-ray - May 20, 2008 - International Digital Media Alliance
Young Polar Scientists Take the Pulse of Permafrost Temperature
A team of young investigators from the Permafrost Young Researchers Network (http://pyrn.ways.org) have started an international project to measure climate change impacts on permafrost temperatures — with bore holes in Svalbard, northern Sweden, Norway and Finland. - May 20, 2008 - Permafrost Young Researchers Network
Ideal 4 Investors Announces Date for Summer Online Real Estate Investors Expo
Real Estate Investors Can Participate in Free Online Education Seminars and Discover Opportunities Through Online Property Tours. - May 19, 2008 - Ideal 4 Investors
The 2008 Northern California Career & Leadership Summit - Free Event Enhance Your Career: Leadership, Networking and Communication Skills
The 2008 Northern California Career Summit, hosted by Job Connections, is a free, half-day conference targeted to Bay Area professionals looking to enhance their professional skills. The Summit will be held Saturday, May 31 from 8:00 AM to 2PM at the Community Presbyterian Church in Danville,... - May 18, 2008 - CPC Job Connections
Citinannies.net Re-Launches a Service to Help Families and Nannies Fight Nigerian Scams
CitiNannies.net is the first family membership organization to offer families and candidates prescreening for the defense of fraud schemes and Nigerian scams. - May 17, 2008 - CitiNannies LLC
National Celiac Awareness Measure Garners Unprecedented Support Industry, Consumers and Policy Makers Back Legislation
The American Celiac Disease Alliance (ACDA) announces unprecedented support for bill by Rep. Nita Lowey recognizing May as National Celiac Disease Awareness Month. The measure also emphasizes the important role dietitians play in helping celiac patients, and urges more funding for celiac research. Major medical groups, pharmaceutical companies, food manufacturers and patient support groups have endorsed the bill. - May 17, 2008 - American Celiac Disease Alliance
The Makeup Show NYC Offers a Palette of Beauty Authorities as Celebrity Makeup Artists Trade Beauty-Bag Secrets at the 2-Day Pro-Focused Event, May 18-19, 2008
Touching up on the latest products, trends and techniques from Editorial Beauty, Airbrush Secrets, FX Makeup for HD TV, and The Perfect Bride via keynote presentations, forums, seminars, and hands-on workshops with Makeup Artists in the fashion, entertainment, film and TV industry. - May 16, 2008 - The Makeup Show
Del Mar Regional Chamber of Commerce Announces New Name and Identity
Effective July 1, 2008, the Del Mar Regional Chamber of Commerce will officially become the San Diego Coastal Chamber of Commerce, accompanied by a new organizational identity and tagline of: “Where business meets opportunity.” - May 16, 2008 - Del Mar Regional Chamber of Commerce
Motorcycle Towing Service Provider Locator Service Launches
towPartners today announced that it has expanded the offering of its popular towSearch service (www.towsearch.com) by adding a motorcyclist specific site, www.motorcycleroadside.com, that uses the highly developed towPartners database system. This service will allow motorcyclists to locate service providers when they have a roadside disablement. A mobile version of the application simplifies the search process for those on cell phones and other mobile devices. - May 15, 2008 - towPartners
NATF Hosts Yuri Rasovsky's Master Class in Audio Drama Directing
NATF to host award winning audio theatre producer/writer Yuri Rasovsky's Master Class: Principles of Directing Actors for Audio Drama New York City, September, 2008 - May 15, 2008 - National Audio Theatre Festivals, Inc.
Willamette Radio Workshop Joins NATF's Audio Theater Workshop
Sam Mowry and Cynthia McGean of the Willamette Radio Workshop will lead classes in the 27th Annual Audio Theater Workshop in West Plains, MO, June 22-27, 2008. - May 15, 2008 - National Audio Theatre Festivals, Inc.
NPSA Heads to Europe to Discuss New Container Opportunities
The National Portable Storage Association members are set to gather in Spain for educational and networking opportunities at the Resale Expo June 8-10, 2008. - May 15, 2008 - National Portable Storage Association
First Book-Metro Phoenix, Borders® and Waldenbooks® Stores Bring the Gift of New Books To Children in Need
First Book-Metro Phoenix was excited to grant $4,000 in Borders gift cards to local non-profits that directly serve children in need. This year First Book-Metro Phoenix had the privilege to distribute these gift cards to Motheread® Arizona, The Family School, Los Arcos United Methodist Church, Wesley Community Center, Mesa Early Learning and Lincoln Learning Center. This is the second consecutive year that Borders, Waldenbooks and First Book have joined together for a holiday fundraising drive. - May 15, 2008 - First Book - Metro Phoenix
The International Brangus Breeders Association Launches OptimaxX
The International Brangus® Breeders Association (IBBA) has launched a USDA genetics, source and age verification program, OptimaxX. As of May 5, 2008, USDA has approved IBBA to begin enrolling producers in the program and issuing the official OptimaxX tag with the USDA "Process... - May 15, 2008 - International Brangus Breeders Association