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Personal Shopper Site Asks via Online Chat: How Can I Help You?
The Shopping Wand integrates chat support to provide consumers with live, immediate access to expert shopping assistance. - August 04, 2007 - The Shopping Wand
The Worcester Photography MeetUp Group Trashes Dresses
Scott Erb of Erb Photography helped lead a group of photographers and models on a Trash the Dress Session in RI last weekend. - August 04, 2007 - Erb Photography
Nepalese Company Nominated for Responsible Tourism Awards
socialtours.com travels & socialtreks.com adventures from Kathmandu, Nepal has been nominated for the second year running as Best Tour Operator for the Responsible Tourism Awards; winners to be announced at World Travel Mart London on World Responsible Tourism Day, November 14. - August 04, 2007 - SocialTours.com
Interview with Jonathan Edelheit - VP, United Group Programs Inc.
New Medical Horizons publishes interview with Jonathan Edelheit, VP, United Group Programs Inc., in which he outlines his experience with employers and insurers who are sending employees and members abroad for medical treatment. - August 04, 2007 - New Medical Horizons Inc.
Baggallini Bags Make Traveling a Breeze
Baggallini bags make it easier than ever to travel with all the right compartments, and fashionable colors to keep you in style. - August 04, 2007 - Cinderella's Shoes and Bags
BOLD Houston 2007 Presents... "Birth," a Play by Karen Brody
BOLD Houston 2007 in cooperation with B.I.R.T.H. (Bringing Information and Resources to Houston) present the play "Birth" by Karen Brody on Labor Day Weekend at the Midtown Arts Center. “Birth” is a play based on over one hundred interviews Karen Brody conducted with mothers... - August 03, 2007 - BIRTH
Personal Assistants: What Celebrities Don't Know
Real World Professional Personal Assistants Reduce Stress and Drama - August 03, 2007 - Priorities Concierge
ANZA Technology Network Announces FocUS Marketing Workshops for Innovative Australian and New Zealand Companies
US Technology Analyst Chris Shipley and Business Coach Dan Sapp to Prep Companies in Major Australian and New Zealand Cities for US Pitch and Business Development Opportunities - August 03, 2007 - ANZA Technology Network
ProtestHealthCare.org Takes on Dallas
Texans will rally for change at Dallas City Hall in support of solving the problem of the American healthcare system - August 03, 2007 - ProtestHealthCare.org
The Nanoethics Group Publishes Major Anthology with John Wiley & Sons
First-of-its-kind collection of papers explores full range of issues, from risk to medicine to privacy to artificial intelligence and more - August 03, 2007 - The Nanoethics Group
Kids At Heart Franchisee Awarded School Photography Contract for Jackson Township, NJ
Jackson Township, NJ, Board of Education awarded the contract for Elementary and Middle School Pictures for the 2007-2008 school year to Kids At Heart Photography Franchisee, Joe Monteverde. - August 02, 2007 - Kids At Heart Photography
Online Volunteers Play a Key Role in Success of Special Events
Most not-for-profit organizations still rely (only) on face-to-face volunteers to help plan, organize and execute their special events. However, Canadian-based charitable organization, Macdonald Youth Services (MYS), has demonstrated that Internet-based volunteers can play a key role in the success... - August 02, 2007 - Macdonald Youth Services
3 New Wrecks Sunk in Grenada – Now 14 Wrecks to Dive
The freighter "Hildur," the barge "Fiona" and one Fishing boat now new dive sites. - August 02, 2007 - Aquanauts Grenada Ltd
Controversial New Book Condemns Adoption
New Jersey resident Jessica DelBalzo looks like an average, 20-something mom, but for the past ten years, she has been active in a small but growing radical movement to eradicate adoption. Her new book, Unlearning Adoption: A Guide to Family Preservation and Protection, released this week, offers a... - August 02, 2007 - Adoption: Legalized Lies
Gulf Coast Venture Forum President Tim Cartwright Speaks at 2007 Florida EDC Conference
Tim Cartwright participated in speaking panel discussing the current "Angel Investment" environment. He discussed national and regional trends in Angel Investing and how the Gulf Coast Venture Forum plays a part of the capital raising continuum in Southwest Florida. - August 02, 2007 - Gulf Coast Venture Forum
"New Look" Southern Sun Katherine Street Sandton to Open on August 1st 2007
The new look Southern Sun Katherine Street Sandton has received a R4 Million face lift. - August 02, 2007 - Southern Sun
towSearch.com Offers Discounted Towing to Consumers and Fleets in Latest Version
towPartners today announced that its towing and road service provider locator tool, towSearch, has been enhanced: 1. Users of the towSearch system can now save 10% on towing and road service with many towSearch service providers; 2. The entire towPartners network is now eligible to be listed on towSearch.com. Of the 36,000 towPartners members, approximately 20,000 service providers are currently listed. - August 01, 2007 - towPartners
Kids At Heart Photography Grants Two New Franchises in Monmouth and Mercer Counties, NJ
Joe Monteverde of Hamilton, NJ was awarded a Kids At Heart Photography franchise and will service Monmouth and Mercer Counties, NJ. “What I like best about owning a Kids At Heart franchise is the support I receive from them. Kids At Heart provide so much assistance that I get to focus on what makes me money. With all their support, I also have more time to spend enjoying my life. You will see me on the golf course more often.” - August 01, 2007 - Kids At Heart Photography
The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences Hosts Project Suc-SEED
Dr. William F. Greenlee, president and CEO of The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences, an independent, nonprofit organization that offers an open, collaborative and cross-disciplinary approach to strengthen the research investment in biomedical sciences, has announced that it will host the... - August 01, 2007 - The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences
Virtual Assistant Networking Association (VANA) Announces New Premier Partner
VANetworking.com – the website devoted to promoting Virtual Assistants and their businesses – is proud to announce Kathie M. Thomas, Principal "A Clayton's Secretary”® as a new Premier Partner to the forum. As a Premier Partner, Kathie is offering a 20% discount to... - August 01, 2007 - Virtual Assistant Networking Association
Virtual Assistant Networking Association (VANA) Announces New Premier Partner
VANetworking.com – the website devoted to promoting Virtual Assistants and their businesses – is proud to announce Penny Haynes (1st Podcast Publishing) as a new Premier Partner to the forum. As a Premier Partner, Penny is offering an exclusive price for VANA members for the 9+ hour VA... - August 01, 2007 - Virtual Assistant Networking Association
Women Presidents’ Organization (WPO) Celebrates 10th Anniversary
The Women Presidents’ Organization (WPO) will celebrate its 10-year anniversary of helping a diverse group of women presidents connect for greater personal and professional success. The WPO has approximately 1000 members and 70 chapters coast-to-coast and in Canada. The WPO is a nonprofit... - August 01, 2007 - Women President Organization
RECON Mobile Dent & Paint Repair Opens in Las Vegas
After five years in business serving the Spokane Metro Area, RECON Mobile Dent & Paint Repair has opened business in Las Vegas with two technicians. - August 01, 2007 - RECON Mobile Dent & Paint Repair
PhotographyCorner.com Announces the Winner of Contest Corner Challenge #35: Fill the Frame
Carl Chalupa of Scarborough, Ontario, Canada is the Latest Contest Corner Challenge Winner at www.PhotographyCorner.com, Winning Contest Corner Challenge #35: Fill the Frame. - August 01, 2007 - PhotographyCorner.com
Make a Power Pact With Yourself
Available only in the US at Village Health Club - The Newest Fitness Class Offers Fun and Extreme Results - August 01, 2007 - Village Health Clubs & Spas
Gowhere.com Great Deals on Tours, Attractions, Tickets, Cruises, Activities
Gowhere? is the question you may ask yourself if you are visiting a destination or are sitting at home bored. There is now an answer. Gowhere.com is Australia's latest destination for instant bookings of tours, attraction tickets, activities, adventures, show tickets, event ticket and other things to do. - August 01, 2007 - Gowhere.com Pty Ltd
Hummingbird Creative Group Named Member of Local Business Club
Penn Shore, president of the Northwestern Mutual Financial Network Breakfast Club of the Triangle, has announced that the club has named Hummingbird Creative Group as a member in the advertising category. Through its membership, Hummingbird will have access to business development events, Internet... - July 31, 2007 - The Northwestern Mutual Breakfast Club of the Triangle
Soho House to Offer Permission to Get Dirty
Slate NYC is an eco-luxury wardrobe renewal company. Already a sensation according to The Wall Street Journal, Daily Candy, New York Magazine, and the New York Sun, the company offers high-end laundry and dry cleaning services to customers all over Manhattan. Utilizing eco- and skin- friendly technologies Slate NYC offers an alternative to the harsh, toxic chemicals that most dry cleaners use. Beginning this August, guests of the Soho House hotel will have Permission to Get Dirty. - July 31, 2007 - Slate NYC Inc.
Iatria Day Spa Named Top Triangle Day Spa
Erika Mangrum, president of Iatria Day Spa, has announced that the spa has been named one of the top Triangle day spas by Citysearch.com. Readers voted for the Best Day Spa of 2007 based on customer service, atmosphere, comfort and overall experience. The Iatria Spa and Health Center is a... - July 30, 2007 - Iatria Day Spa
Alternative Spring Break Isn’t Really About Skipping the Party; It’s About Finding the Best One
i-to-i has over 22 trips that will get you out of the snow and into the sun. Choices range from building houses in Central America to caring for lions in South Africa. - July 30, 2007 - i-to-i Meaningful Travel
One of the World’s Most Popular Camping and Travel Styles Finally Comes to America
Somewhere between a tent and a popup tent trailer, the car top camper provides a comfortable room with a view on top of your car. - July 30, 2007 - CarTopCamper.com
TV Legend Donny Deutsch, Political Editor Arianna Huffington to Speak at Direct-to-Consumer Conference
The Electronic Retailing Association will hold its 2007 Annual Convention on September 30-October 2, at the Venetian Hotel in Las Vegas. More than 3,000 attendees will gather for two full days to hear top business leaders address industry trends, regulatory standards, and solutions to issues affecting direct marketers. Donny Deutsch, charismatic TV host and advertising industry legend, will be the ERA Annual Convention keynote speaker. - July 29, 2007 - Electronic Retailing Association
Dog Trainer and Author Kathie Compton Conducts Dog Manner Test to Benefit Humane Society
Marfa dog trainer Kathie Compton invites all dog owners to become part of the solution to the homeless dogs problem by proving to the world that they are a responsible pet owner and their dogs are Good Canine Citizens. Compton will be conducting the American Kennel Club's "Canine Good Citizen" (CGC) test for any dogs over 6 months of age on August 4 from 9am to 2pm in Fort Davis, TX. The cost of the test is $15 and all proceeds going to Jeff Davis County Humane Society. - July 29, 2007 - mARFa Dog Training
New Book Explores Activism of Black Club Women in Arizona
The Arizona Association of Colored Women's Clubs has just published a history of black women's activism and club activity within the state starting in 1915. It is a first of its kind, illustrated with contemporary and historic information, documents, photographs, genealogies, biographies and even recipes. - July 29, 2007 - Arizona Association of Colored Women's Clubs
Boomer Women Resource Center (BWRC) is Now Live
Boomer Women Resource Center (BWRC) - Coined a “Cybrary,” these low-cost media packages provide a one-stop, 2-for-1 shopping paradise for boomer women. Containing educational resources in the format of downloadable teleseminars, these “package-buys” offer both document files and audio files for minimal cost ensuring expert advice, engaging content, informational guidelines, and the latest answers addressing priority issues concerning 38 million of the healthiest, wealthiest, and best educate. - July 29, 2007 - National Association of Baby Boomer Women
Epoque & Avantgarde Hotels Announces Partnership with New Hospes Hotel in Cordoba
The elegant Hospes Palacio del Bailío in Cordoba joins the collection of exclusive boutique hotels. - July 29, 2007 - Epoque Hotels
NPSA Fights Internet Fraud With Web Alerts
The National Portable Storage Association is serving as a watchman for the portable storage industry, which is seeing scam e-mails make their way to vendors' inboxes. - July 29, 2007 - National Portable Storage Association
Local Dentist Contributes to Me Fine Foundation Campaign
Lori K. Lee, executive director of Me Fine Foundation, Inc., has announced that Dr. Folden Lee, III, an off-shore fishing captain, will participate in the organization’s “Fishing for the Kids” campaign through Still Outnumbered Charters, which serves the Swansboro, Morehead City... - July 29, 2007 - Me Fine Foundation, Inc.
Seeking Host Families for Youth For Understanding Exchange Students: Share Your Home, Change the World
Youth For Understanding USA is seeking host families across the country to host a high school exchange student from one of more than 60 countries to live with a family and attend a local high school for one school year. - July 29, 2007 - Youth For Understanding USA
Queers to Cuba Tour
On December 27, 2007, a group of North Americans will make history by flying to Havana on the first ever Queers to Cuba Tour. - July 28, 2007 - Cuba Education Tours
Gay and Lesbian Immigration Rights Subject of Award-Winning Film
Sebastian Cordoba’s Through Thick and Thin Wins Outfest Freedom Award - July 28, 2007 - Out4Immigration
GreenTracks’ Tours combine Machu Picchu and Amazon River Cruise
Greentracks’ Cuzco & Machu Picchu tour and Amazon Riverboat Cruise can be combined into a two-week trip that will reveal the awe-inspiring mountain-top Inca site of Machu Picchu with the splendors of the Amazon river and rainforest. - July 28, 2007 - GreenTracks, Inc.
Synergy Software Technologies and the National Council on Aging Integrate SAMS and BenefitsCheckUp
Integration Allows Case Managers to Screen Clients for Medicare Part D (LIS) Eligibility - July 28, 2007 - BenefitsCheckUp
Tampa Bay Coach Has Cure to Contagious Obesity Epidemic
The obesity epidemic is now being shown to be contagious through the avenue of friendships. Tampa Bay Coach Jim Horning has the cure to this contagious epidemic. - July 28, 2007 - Tampa Bay Adventure Boot Camp
Peggy A. Foster Inducted Into Metropolitan Who's Who Executive and Professional Registry
Metropolitan Who’s Who Registry of Executives and Professionals recognizes Peggy Foster, Realtor at Parks Jones Realty, for showing dedication, leadership and excellence in all aspects of real estate. Ms. Foster has an impressive background in real estate. It is her experience in working... - July 28, 2007 - Cambridge Who's Who
Amy Lynch, President of Frontline Compliance LLC, to Speak at the Knowledge Congress’ “NASD Rule 2821 Amendment No. 4” Event on August 2007
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that Amy Lynch, President of frontline Compliance LLC, will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming teleconference entitled: “NASD Rule 2821 Amendment No.4: Best Practices... - July 28, 2007 - The Knowledge Group
Timothy U. Morton, EVP, National Association of Independent Brokers Dealers, Inc. (NAIBD) to Speak at KC’s “NASD Rule 2821 Amendment No. 4” Event on August 2007
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that Timothy U. Morton, Executive Vice President of the National Association of Independent Brokers Dealers, Inc. (NAIBD) and Vice President - Development at WBB Securities, LLC, will speak at the... - July 28, 2007 - The Knowledge Group
Commissioner Walter Bell, NAIC President & Alabama’s Chief Insurance Regulator to Speak at KC’s “NASD Rule 2821 Amendment No. 4” Event on August 2007
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that Commissioner Walter A. Bell, President of the National Association of Insurance Commissioner (NAIC), and Alabama’s Chief Insurance Regulator will speak at the Knowledge Congress’... - July 28, 2007 - The Knowledge Group
Michael P. DeGeorge, Vice President & General Consel, NAVA to Speak at the Knowledge Congress’ “NASD Rule 2821 Amendment No. 4” Event on August 2007
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that Michael "Mike" P. DeGeorge, Vice President & General Consel of NAVA will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming teleconference entitled: “NASD Rule 2821 Amendment... - July 28, 2007 - The Knowledge Group
Gail Marshall-Smith, Of Counsel, Bingham McCutchen to Speak at KC’s “NASD Rule 2821 Amendment No. 4” Event on August 2007
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that Gail Marshall-Smith, Of Counsel of Bingham McCutchen, will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming teleconference entitled: “NASD Rule 2821 Amendment No.4: Best Practices... - July 28, 2007 - The Knowledge Group