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The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webinar on Statement 5 and 141R Loss Contingency Disclosures
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webinars, announced today that it has scheduled a live webinar on Statement 5 and 141R Loss Contingency Disclosures. This two-hour event is scheduled on Tuesday, October 28, 2008, at 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM (ET – New... - October 09, 2008 - The Knowledge Group
San Diego Jewelry Buyers Publishes Online Glossary for Sellers of Diamonds, Fine Jewelry, Watches, and Gold
SDJB has published a comprehensive online buyers' glossary of terms and brands to assist those looking to sell pre-owned fine jewelry, gold, prestige watches, and diamonds. - October 09, 2008 - San Diego Jewelry Buyers
Friends of Sandhills Habitat RVers Blitz Build Chriscoe Home
Habitat for Humanity of the NC Sandhills has a special crew working on house #162, the home of Justin and Janet Chriscoe. For the past 9 years, Friends of Habitat RVers, 11 couples from all over the United States and Canada, have come to the Sandhills to build homes. Leaving their RVs at the... - October 09, 2008 - Habitat for Humanity of the NC Sandhills
Alcoa’s Relicensing Effort for the Yadkin Hydroelectric Project Poses Significant Challenge to New North Carolina Drought Bill
The N.C. Water Rights Committee is announcing that while new legislation signed into law on July 31 by Gov. Mike Easley does expand the ability of the governor and local communities to respond when drought conditions worsen, it does not apply to Alcoa’s hydroelectric operations on the Yadkin... - October 09, 2008 - N.C. Water Rights Committee
The Nationwide Veterans Day Parade Directory & Veterans Day Online Forum
In honor and support of U.S. veterans, VetFriends.com has created an online Veterans Day parade/events directory along with a Veterans Day online forum free for all visitors to view and submit information to. - October 09, 2008 - VetFriends.com
Dale Carnegie International Franchise Association Re-Elects Rick J. Gallegos President for Second Year
Rick J. Gallegos, President and CEO of Dale Carnegie Tampa Bay serves second year as President of the Dale Carnegie International Franchise Association. He shares insight on the training business world wide and the success of Dale Carnegie. - October 09, 2008 - Rick J. Gallegos & Associates
RemedyMD Releases 10 Disease Registries to Manage Pediatric Outcomes.
RemedyMD, the leading provider of disease-specific registries, today announced the release of 10 new pediatric disease registries to help physicians manage and improve pediatric outcomes. RemedyMD’s library of more than 80 pre-built Disease Registries enables physicians and researchers to... - October 09, 2008 - RemedyMD
BBB of Eastern NC Hosts Fifth Annual Golf Tournament October 13
On Monday, October 13, BBB of Eastern NC will host its fifth annual BBB Golf Tournament. Held at Devil’s Ridge Golf Course in Holly Springs, registration begins at 9 a.m., with the tournament starting at 10 a.m. - October 09, 2008 - Better Business Bureau of Eastern North Carolina
National Legal Association Recognizes KeyCorp and Joel Stern from Accenture for Diversity Efforts
The National Association of Minority and Women Owned Law Firms (NAMWOLF) has announced the recipients of its Annual Diversity Initiative Achievement Award and Annual Award for Outstanding Service by a Council Member. These two top honors will be awarded at NAMWOLF’s Annual Meeting and Law Firm Expo at the Marriott – Dallas Las Colinas Hotel on November 13-14. - October 09, 2008 - National Association of Minority and Women-Owned Law Firms
Topaz Partners’ Tim Allik to Discuss Social Media Trends at New England Direct Marketing Association Breakfast
Allik, Topaz Director of Social Media Public Relations, to focus on social media at NEDMA’s “Eyes on the prize: Implementing a social media program with a business mindset” program. - October 09, 2008 - The New England Direct Marketing Association
ADWA Explores the World with Traveling Sportsman Magazine
Hunting and fishing are healthy escapes, and the American Deer & Wildlife Alliance (ADWA) wants to relieve sportsmen of the daily grind through a partnership with Traveling Sportsman Magazine (TSM). “There are tons of publications out on the market, but the quality of Traveling Sportsman... - October 09, 2008 - American Deer & Wildlife Alliance
Resideo First to Offer TripAdvisor.com Reviews Under New Agreement
TripAdvisor reviews are now featured directly within Resideo's website. - October 09, 2008 - Resideo Reservations
Scottsdale.com, Arizona Releases Their "10 Things to do in Scottsdale"
Using local resources Scottsdale.com has put together a list of the 10 things everybody needs to experience in Scottsdale. Highlights from the list include golfing, hiking, hot air balloon rides, atv and hummer tours and helicopter tours. - October 09, 2008 - Scottsdale.com
Lewis Ferguson, Partner, Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP to Speak at KC’s Event on Statement 5 and 141R Loss Contingency Disclosures on 10/16/2008
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webinars announced today that Lewis Ferguson, Partner of Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webinar entitled: “Statement 5 and 141R Loss Contingency Disclosures”. This... - October 09, 2008 - The Knowledge Group
Linda L. Griggs, Partner, Morgan Lewis to Speak at KC’s Event on Statement 5 and 141R Loss Contingency Disclosures on 10/16/2008
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webinars announced today that Linda L. Griggs, Partner of Morgan Lewis will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webinar entitled: “Statement 5 and 141R Loss Contingency Disclosures”. This 2-hour event is... - October 09, 2008 - The Knowledge Group
Michael L. Hermsen , Partner, Mayer Brown to Speak at KC’s Event on Statement 5 and 141R Loss Contingency Disclosures on 10/16/2008
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webinars announced today that Michael L. Hermsen , Partner of Mayer Brown will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webinar entitled: “Statement 5 and 141R Loss Contingency Disclosures”. This 2-hour event is... - October 09, 2008 - The Knowledge Group
Thomas W. White, Partner, WilmerHale to Speak at KC’s Event on Statement 5 and 141R Loss Contingency Disclosures on 10/16/2008
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webinars announced today that Thomas W. White, Partner of WilmerHale will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webinar entitled: “Statement 5 and 141R Loss Contingency Disclosures”. This 2-hour event is... - October 09, 2008 - The Knowledge Group
Tech Coast Angels Closes Series A Financing for AgileNano -- Funds Will Support R&D and Commercial Development for Nanotechnology-Based Energy Absorbing Material
San Diego Tech Coast Angels announced that the group has funded a Series A round for AgileNano, a San Diego-based company developing proprietary technologies to minimize military injuries such as traumatic brain injury (TBI) resulting from explosions, and to increase comfort and protection of sporting equipment such as shoes and helmets. - October 08, 2008 - Tech Coast Angels San Diego
Gordon “Grant” Curtis to Speak at Monaco Wealth Management Conference in October 2008
Gordon “Grant” Curtis is pleased to announce that he will be speaking as a panelist at the Opal Financial Conference in Monaco on October 27, 2008. The panel topic of “alternative investment strategies” can encompass many possible targets, but of particular interest is the... - October 08, 2008 - GG Curtis Consulting
MissionSAFE Fall Programs Start Off with Drive
MissionSAFE Youth Leadership Service Corps Peer Leaders will begin the fall program with a voter registration drive. Through October 15, these youth will be out in their communities connecting with citizens and providing those who need to do so, the opportunity to register to vote. Voter Registration is just one of the many community service and civic engagement activities in which MissionSAFE YLSC Peer Leadership participants take part. - October 08, 2008 - MissionSAFE
Apogee Globalizes Its Programs for the Development of Artistic Excellence
The Apogee Foundation has begun its second decade of operations by globalizing its operations and consolidating its position as a world leader in identifying, developing and promoting the world's most gifted emerging artists. - October 08, 2008 - The Apogee Foundation
How to Build a Successful Virtual Assistant Business
New book taps experience, insight and knowledge to help aspiring VAs profit. - October 08, 2008 - Canadian Virtual Assistant Connection
Give the Gift of Medication to a Woman with Breast Cancer
Visitors to The Breast Cancer Site (www.thebreastcancersite.com) can now help underinsured patients pay for their cancer medications. Through the site’s new Gift That Gives More™, visitors can donate to the Patient Access Network (PAN) Foundation, funding a day’s or a week’s... - October 08, 2008 - GreaterGood
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webinar on Accounting for Convertible Debt Instruments (CDIs)
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webinars, announced today that it has scheduled a live webinar on Accounting for Convertible Debt Instruments (CDIs). This two-hour event is scheduled on Thursday, October 16, 2008, at 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM (ET – New York). The... - October 08, 2008 - The Knowledge Group
Matthew A. Stevens, Partner, Alston & Bird LLP to Speak at KC’s Event on Accounting for Convertible Debt Instruments (CDIs) on 10/16/2008
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webinars announced today that Matthew A. Stevens, Partner of Alston & Bird LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webinar entitled: “Accounting for Convertible Debt Instruments (CDIs)”. This 2-hour... - October 08, 2008 - The Knowledge Group
Mark Scoles, Partner, Grant Thornton to Speak at KC’s Event on Accounting for Convertible Debt Instruments (CDIs) on 10/16/2008
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webinars announced today that Mark Scoles, Partner of Grant Thornton will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webinar entitled: “Accounting for Convertible Debt Instruments (CDIs)”. This 2-hour event is... - October 08, 2008 - The Knowledge Group
Grant Casner, Manager with Regulatory, Deloitte & Touche LLP to Speak at KC’s Event on Accounting for Convertible Debt Instruments (CDIs) on 10/16/2008
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webinars announced today that Grant Casner, Manager with Regulatory & Capital Markets Consulting of Deloitte & Touche LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webinar entitled: “Accounting for... - October 08, 2008 - The Knowledge Group
Mom of Two Children Who Have Autism Launches Blog to Help Other Families Coping with Autism
A mom of two children who have autism has launched a blog, Autism Assistance Resources and Information (http://autismassistance.blogspot.com), to help families coping with autism find information about grants, financial assistance programs, autism treatment funding strategies and other resources. - October 08, 2008 - Autism Assistance Resources and Information
Habitat Needs Volunteers for Electrical Crew
Interested in learning about electrical components and how a house is wired? Habitat for Humanity of the NC Sandhills is looking for people of all skill levels. Even if plugging in the television is the extent of your electrical experience, Habitat will train you. Now is the chance to become a... - October 08, 2008 - Habitat for Humanity of the NC Sandhills
Nationally Recognized Law Firm Opens 3 New Offices Across the Country; Specializing in Supporting Dads Through the Divorce Process
Cordell & Cordell's continues its national growth by opening three new offices. - October 08, 2008 - Cordell & Cordell, P.C.
Connecticut BBB: Looking for a Fast Way to Sell a House?
Trade it in for a new home, but beware. - October 08, 2008 - Better Business Bureau CT
Women Presidents’ Organization Sponsors Make Mine A Million $ Business™ Breakfast
Mary Cantando, coordinator for the North Carolina Make Mine A Million $ Business™ event (www.makemineamillion.org), has announced that the Women Presidents’ Organization (WPO) will sponsor a breakfast for the event to be held Tuesday, Oct. 7, at the Blake Hotel, located at 555 S... - October 08, 2008 - Make Mine A Million $ Business
L-A-B Accreditation Meets Requirements of the Toy Safety Testing as Defined in the ‘Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008’
Laboratory Accreditation Bureau ISO 17025 Accreditation meets CPSIA 2008 Toy Testing Requirements. - October 08, 2008 - Laboratory Accreditation Bureau
Beloit Store Manager Todd Rennie Competing in National Auto Glass Championship
Local Janesville, WI resident Todd Rennie is traveling to Las Vegas, NV this weekend to compete in the prestigious American Master Installer Auto Glass Championship October 6th & 7th. Rennie is honored to be selected to represent Glass America, a national auto windshield repair and replacement... - October 08, 2008 - Glass America
European Seal of e-Excellence Applications Open
Applications for the European Seal of e-Excellence 2009 (http://www.seal-of-excellence.org/) are now open to award ICT and digital media companies worldwide. The European Seal of e-Excellence is widely known for promoting ICT digital companies with an excellent track record in the marketing of... - October 08, 2008 - European Multimedia Forum
Dr. Richard T. Rapp, Special Consultant, National Economic Research Associates, Inc. to Speak at KC’s Event on New Antitrust & Competition Policy Guidelines on 10/30/2008
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webinars announced today that Dr. Richard T. Rapp, Special Consultant, National Economic Research Associates, Inc. will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webinar entitled: “New Antitrust & Competition Policy Guidelines”. This 2-hour event is scheduled on October 30th, 2008, Thursday, at 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM ET. - October 08, 2008 - The Knowledge Group
Robert W. Kaufman, Managing Senior Advisor, Clark Consulting to Speak at KC’s Event on “IRC Section 409A: Deadline Looming - Are You Prepared?” on 10/24/08
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webinars announced today that Robert W. Kaufman, the Managing Senior Advisor from Clark Consulting will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webinar entitled: “IRC Section 409A: Deadline Looming - Are You... - October 08, 2008 - The Knowledge Group
Enjoy Independent Living and Peace of Mind with A-1 Alarm Protection’s Guardian Alert 911 Phone
Today, A-1 Alarm Protection redefined the face of the personal emergency response systems (PERS) industry by introducing a new exciting product – the Guardian Alert 911. Protect the ones you love with this innovative system that instantly connects to an emergency operator with just One push of a button. - October 07, 2008 - A-1 Alarm Protection
Palm Springs Clothing Optional Resort Owner's Top Ten Nude Sunbathing Beauty Secrets
In these stressful times, couples are looking for new and fun ways to put a romantic kick back into their love lives during vacations. Staying at nudist resorts is the best way to spark the romance and to remind yourselves as to why you initially fell in love with each other. - October 07, 2008 - The Terra Cotta Inn Clothing Optional Resort and Spa
High Atlas Foundation's Annual NYC Reception, Moroccan Art Exhibit, Sale, and Silent Auction - October 15th 2008, 6pm-8pm
The High Atlas Foundation (HAF) will host a Moroccan art exhibit, sale, and silent auction on Wednesday, October 15th 2008 from 6:00pm – 8:00pm at the Urban Center, New York Palace Hotel (457 Madison Avenue). Featured artists include Hamid Kachmar (mixed techniques), Alan Keohane (black and... - October 07, 2008 - High Atlas Foundation
Canis Sapiens Dog Training in Chicago Hosts a Sue Ailsby Seminar Called "Beyond Emotional Balance: Teach Your Dogs Some Skills" on October 15-19
The seminar will include the basics of clicker training and Ailsby's famous online training levels program. Ailsby understands the importance of exercise and human leadership in dog training but her levels also teach people how to communicate effectively with dogs. In addition, the program teaches dogs important skills like coming when called, settling down when asked and listening to cues even if the dogs are outside and distracted by other dogs, squirrels or chicken bones on the ground. - October 07, 2008 - Canis Sapiens Dog Training
The Unseen Angels Project Raises Money for Troops with Log Home Raffle
The Unseen Angels Project announces its log home raffle starting 9/29/08. - October 07, 2008 - The Unseen Angels Project
SCIPP International Offering Signed Books by Security Expert Winn Schwartau Free to Public
Non-Profit Security Awareness Organization Offering Free Autographed Books Along with Other Free Materials to Public in Support of National Cyber Security Awareness Month. - October 07, 2008 - SCIPP International
"Camp Hero" Chooses Tri-County Area as Site for Farm-Based Veterans' Program, Breaks Ground
A unique approach to supporting returning war heroes is underway as the building of the veterans' transitional experience at Camp Hero Farm and Retreat begins in Wilkes County, NC. - October 07, 2008 - American Heroes Return
Apogee Celebrates American Artistic Excellence with a Month of Events, Concerts and Awards in New Orleans
The Apogee Foundation has launched its international programs to discover, develop and celebrate artistic excellence in America with a month of educational events, awards and concerts in New Orleans. - October 07, 2008 - The Apogee Foundation
October 28th, 2008 INSPIRE-ites! is Having Its Kick-Off Event and Spider Jones is Speaking
Spider Jones' talk has been described as phenomenal by all that have heard him. It is sure to be a night that you’ll remember for a long time. George Chuvalo says, “Spider Jones is one of the most dynamic speakers of our time.” Treat yourself and the teens and young adults in... - October 07, 2008 - INSPIRE-ites! Corporation
National Reflexology Week a Healing Treat for Feet and Hands
National Reflexology Week is a celebration of Reflexology and all the many Reflexologist who relieve stress and pain through the power of touching 2 feet and hands at a time. - October 07, 2008 - Focus On Healing Wellness Institute
Arizona Private Investigator Firm Announces E-Verify and I-9 Compliance Services for Arizona Businesses
Agency’s low-cost E-Verify service enables compliance with Arizona Revised Statutes 23-214. - October 07, 2008 - Strategic Intelligence Services
Builderscrack.co.nz Find Tradespeople Hungry for Work in Shrinking Market
The property market continues to slow dramatically, down 42% from highs. Builderscrack.co.nz find tradespeople focused on winning small jobs, as the risk of developer bankruptcy increases their risk from winning big jobs. - October 07, 2008 - Builderscrack.co.nz
Local Brisbane Volunteers to be Recognized at Women’s Group Luncheon
Soroptimist International Brisbane City, a women's service group, is holding a luncheon timed to coincide with United Nations Day to thank volunteers in its community. Richard Cowley is guest speaker on the theme of Peace. Ticket purchases welcome. - October 07, 2008 - Soroptimist International Brisbane City