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Breckenridge Grand Vacations Shares Expertise at ARDA World 2015
Breckenridge Grand Vacations’ executive team will be well represented at this year’s American Resort Development Association convention, ARDA World 2015. ARDA World is the premier annual gathering for timeshare professionals around the world. More than 3,000 attendees from over 35... - April 12, 2015 - Breckenridge Grand Vacations
All Around ARDA World with Global Connections, Inc.
Global Connections, Inc. (GCI), a leader in the travel industry, will have a major presence at ARDA World 2015. GCI is an active member of ARDA (American Resort Development Association) which has almost 1,000 corporate members ranging from privately held firms to publicly traded corporations with... - April 12, 2015 - Global Connections, Inc.
Grand Pacific Resorts Sponsors Student at American Resort Development Association Conference (ARDA World 2015)
Grand Pacific Resorts (GPR), one of California’s largest and oldest timeshare development and management companies, is showing its support for ARDA (American Resort Development Association) with a student sponsorship through the ARDA International Foundation (AIF). The scholarship enables a... - April 12, 2015 - Grand Pacific Resort Management
Mother to be Celebrated at The Abbey Resort
Lake Geneva area resort offers brunch, spa specials, and free family-friendly activities for Mother’s Day weekend. - April 12, 2015 - The Abbey Resort
Ron Carpenito of Prime Property Team, Just Listed a Dracut MA Home in Farm Gate Estates
Ron Carpenito's Dracut MA Real Estate Team has just listed a Large Colonial style home in Farm Gate Estates, Dracut MA. - April 12, 2015 - Ron Carpenito, Realtor
Church of Scientology to Host Open House and Musical Salute for Armed Forces
The Nashville Church of Scientology is planning a special open house and musical tribute to those who serve the nation on May 16, 2015. - April 12, 2015 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
National Timeshare Owners Association Appoints Two to Advisory Board
Bob Kobek and Dennis DiTinno Bring Experience and Expertise to Association The National Timeshare Owners Association (http://www.nationaltimeshareownersassoc.com) today announced the appointments of Dennis DiTinno and Bob Kobek to their Advisory Board. They join Board Chair Wes Sattenfield and... - April 12, 2015 - National Timeshare Owners Association
Hilliker Corporation Hires New Broker to Join Team
St. Louis company celebrates 30th anniversary, continues to grow with new agent. - April 12, 2015 - Hilliker Corporation
Food Bank of South Jersey, NJ Anti-Hunger Coalition Rally Against Reductions to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
The Food Bank of South Jersey (FBSJ) and the New Jersey Anti-Hunger Coalition (NJAHC) are teaming to give voice against the recent reductions in SNAP benefits enacted in the Agricultural Act (Farm Bill) of 2014. The non-profit organizations are holding a series of press conferences designed to... - April 11, 2015 - Food Bank of South Jersey
David Tayar, Partner, Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP to Speak at the Knowledge Group’s European Antitrust Enforcement for Pay-For-Delay Settlements Live Webcast
David Tayar, Partner, Managing Director, Regulatory Risk, Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP to Speak at the Knowledge Group’s European Antitrust Enforcement for Pay-For-Delay Settlements Live Webcast - April 11, 2015 - The Knowledge Group
Defender Resorts Selects DAE for Branded Exchange Services
DAE (Dial An Exchange) the largest independently owned vacation exchange company, has been selected by Defender Resorts, Inc. to create a branded internal exchange platform for the 60,000 owners they service at their managed resorts. The prominent Myrtle Beach, South Carolina resort management... - April 11, 2015 - Dial An Exchange
2015 R. Gene Richter Scholarship Recipients Announced
The R. Gene and Nancy D. Richter Foundation, in partnership with the Institute for Supply Management™ (ISM) have recognized the following eight students as being the 2015 recipients of the premiere R. Gene Richter Scholarship Award: Matthew Christiansen - Duquesne University Kevin Cronin -... - April 11, 2015 - R. Gene and Nancy D. Richter Foundation
Chicago Annual Business Aviation Safety Stand Down, April 23, 2015
Chicago Area Business Aviation Association to host its annual Safety Day at the Wyndham Glenview Suites near PWK. - April 11, 2015 - CABAA
Drug-Free South Hosts Leaders to Discuss Community Problems for World Health Day
The Truth About Drugs program provides teachers, law enforcement and community groups with effective drug education materials. - April 11, 2015 - Drug Free South
Drug-Free South Helps East Tennessee Coalition to Stand in the Gap
Drug-Free South is providing needed educational materials on the Truth About Drugs to anyone interested in helping students. - April 11, 2015 - Drug Free South
Shorecrest Prep Thespians Rake in State Awards
At the March 28th Florida State Thespian Festival in Tampa, FL, Shorecrest Preparatory School Thespian Troupe 3140 troupe performed their fall musical Anything Goes for an audience of more than 2,500 in Morsani Hall. The performance earned a Superior rating from the State judges, the highest rating possible. Kylie Heyman [‘15], who starred as Reno Sweeney in Anything Goes, won a prestigious Jimmy Award of The National High School Musical Theater Awards. - April 11, 2015 - Shorecrest Preparatory School
Tickets Now Available for "A Fashion Night in Black & White"
Spectacular evening to support Dress for Success SW Florida. - April 11, 2015 - Dress for Success SWFL
Infant and Early Childhood Awareness & Action Day - Transforming Wisconsin’s Policies to Support Infants, Young Children and Families
The Early Childhood Comprehensive Systems (ECCS) and other partners are hosting an Infant and Early Childhood Awareness and Action Day on April 17, 2015. The goal of the meeting is to identify infant, toddler and family practice priorities and improve professional development, intervention strategies and pursue adequate financing and reimbursement for initiatives that bolster physical and social emotional development during the critical first 1,000 days of life. - April 11, 2015 - Wisconsin Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics
Indianapolis Hair Salon, G Michael Salon Named Top in the Country
G Michael Salon in Indianapolis, Indiana is named a Top 200 Salon in the Country. - April 11, 2015 - G Michael Salon
Announcing: Herpetological Conservation International
Herpetological Conservation International is unveiling its organization on Earth day April 22nd. - April 11, 2015 - Herpetological Conservation International
Massage Envy Founder and Multi Market Regional Developer Bring Amazing Lash Studio to Nevada, Utah and Idaho
Amazing Lash Studio, the fastest growing new franchise concept offering eyelash extensions, is expanding into Nevada, Utah and Idaho. - April 11, 2015 - Amazing Lash Studio
New Kindle Book Offers Photography Lessons in Cheraw, South Carolina
A book on beginning photography is available to help learn digital photography while touring the historic town of Cheraw, South Carolina. The book History and Historgram: Exploring Cheraw Through Photography can be found on Amazon in Kindle format. - April 11, 2015 - Jackie DeBusk, Author and Photographer
Drive Forward with Alsco
Be a part of the journey as a delivery subcontractor with your own business within Alsco. - April 11, 2015 - Alsco Pty Limited
Jeffrey Schulman, Founding and Managing Partner, The Law Offices of Jeffrey L. Schulman, P.C. to Speak at the Knowledge Group’s Event
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Jeffrey Schulman, Founding and Managing Partner, The Law Offices of Jeffrey L. Schulman, P.C. will speak at the Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled:... - April 11, 2015 - The Knowledge Group
Winning Institutions of 100,000 Strong in the Americas Funding Announced at the Summit of the Americas
Thursday, at the Summit of the Americas, U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry announced the winners of the Santander Bank-sponsored competition of the 100,000 Strong in the Americas Innovation Fund. The nine winning institutions involve university partnerships between the United States and Argentina,... - April 10, 2015 - Partners of the Americas
SEAMS Conference to Focus on Growing U.S. Sewn Products Manufacturing
The SEAMS Spring 2015 Conference will focus on how fashion, textile and other soft goods companies can more effectively grow in the expanding domestic manufacturing environment. The agenda features industry leader presentations, group discussions, and numerous networking opportunities. - April 10, 2015 - SEAMS Association
Charles F. Van Pelt Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Charles F. Van Pelt of Vista, California has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of construction. About Charles F. Van Pelt Mr. Van Pelt has over 25 years experience in the construction field. He... - April 10, 2015 - Strathmore Worldwide
Multi-Channel Mayhem: Creating the Ultimate, Connected Customer Experience Webinar
Join Execs In The Know, West Interactive, and ADT for a webinar, Tuesday, April 21 at 1 PM ET. - April 10, 2015 - Execs In The Know
Ricardo Diaz Announces Candidacy for Region Director of the Florida Young Democrats
Ricardo Diaz is a Puerto Rican-American entrepreneur and leader in Affordable Home Ownership, Job Creation, Sustainable & Eco-Friendly Building, Voter & Latino Rights and Youth Advocacy. - April 10, 2015 - StartinNew.org
Chicago Urban Art Retreat Center Presents an International Art Show in North Lawndale
Unique International art show in North Lawndale neighborhood of Chicago. Opening reception April 11 from 1-4. Music, food, art. Enter to win free art by artist from the Netherlands. 1957 S. Spaulding Ave. (2 blocks west of Kedzie pink line stop.) - April 10, 2015 - Chicago Urban Art Retreat Center
Bahama House Hotel in Daytona Beach, Florida Offers Tips on Traveling with Autistic Children Over Spring Break
Daytona Beach hotel offers suggestions for a spring break beach vacation for families with an autistic child. - April 10, 2015 - Bahama House Hotel
Best Western Aku Tiki Inn Offers Tips for Families Traveling on Spring Break with an Autistic Child
Daytona Beach hotel offers tips for making a spring break beach vacation easier with an autistic child. - April 10, 2015 - Best Western Aku Tiki Inn
Food Bank of South Jersey to Benefit from Walmart Spring "Fight Hunger. Spark Change." Campaign
Public participation can result in potentially $3 million and 75 million meals to help Feeding America and member food banks – in just four weeks. - April 10, 2015 - Food Bank of South Jersey
RCA Launches Cellar Reserve
An exclusive, cost-effective wine marketplace for Australian restaurants - April 10, 2015 - Alsco Pty Limited
KOSBE Hosts Mobile App Marketing Training Opportunity: Going Mobile in a Mobile World
The Small Business Development Center ETSU – Kingsport Affiliate will host Mobile App Marketing: Going Mobile in a Mobile World on Tuesday, April 21, 12-1:30 PM, at your Kingsport Chamber of Commerce. The training is co-sponsored by the Kingsport Office of Small Business Development and... - April 10, 2015 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
U.S. Propane Industry Contributes $40B to GDP, is Leading Producer Worldwide
A study commissioned by the Propane Education & Research Council and prepared by ICF International shows the propane industry contributed $38.7 billion to U.S. gross domestic product and employed 49,721 domestic workers in 2012, the most recent year data was available. The report,... - April 10, 2015 - Propane Education & Research Council
The Partnership for Philanthropic Planning Presents the 2015 Planned Giving Symposium
The Partnership for Philanthropic Planning (PPP) of Lee County will present the 2015 Planned Giving Symposium on Friday, June 26, 2015 from 8:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. at Florida Southwestern State College. The keynote speaker is Jerold Panas. Panas is Founding Partner of one of the nation’s... - April 10, 2015 - Partnership for Philanthropic Planning Lee Count
Raleigh Business Leaders Team Up for 12th Annual Type 1 Diabetes Event
Bob and Penny Barnhill to be Honored at JDRF’s Hope Gala on Saturday, April 11, 2015. - April 10, 2015 - JDRF
Perspective Group Highlights New Revenue-Building Services at ARDA Convention
Perspective Group, the leading independent media and digital marketing company for the vacation ownership industry, will promote two innovative new services to more than 3,000 industry professionals (Exhibit Booth No. 320) during the 2015 ARDA World Convention, April 12 – 16, at the Orlando... - April 10, 2015 - Perspective Magazine
Why the Terms Near Drowning, Dry Drowning, Delayed Drowning, and Secondary Drowning Should Not be Used
Outdated and incorrect information regarding drowning is being used in numerous sources online, and in traditional and social media. The Starfish Aquatics Institute (SAI), a leader in the aquatic safety field, has released a position statement designed to clarify the correct definition and explain why the terms “dry,” “delayed,” “near” and “secondary” drowning should not be used. - April 10, 2015 - Starfish Aquatics Institute
Influential Environmental Advocates Open 2015 Conversations Series
From the Clean Water Act to Everglades Restoration: 40 Years of Conservation - April 10, 2015 - Donald Danforth Plant Science Center
Michael Whitt, Partner, Patent Agent, Trademark Agent, Co-Head of Information Technology, Bennett Jones to Speak at KC’s Event
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today Michael Whitt, Partner, Patent Agent, Trademark Agent, Co-Head of Information Technology, Bennett Jones will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast... - April 10, 2015 - The Knowledge Group
Star Named After Radio Show Host Grandmother Mazina as Memorial Tribute
Grandmother Mazina, Host of Grandmother's Basket Radio Show, passed away in March 2015; Storytellers Campfire will Host a Memorial Tribute on Friday, April 10, at 4:00 PM Pacific Time and share highlights of her life and the Star dedicated to her by fans and admirers. - April 09, 2015 - Storytellers Campfire
O.U.R Announces Kaskade as Rescue Ambassador
Operation Underground Railroad (O.U.R) is excited to announce that Kaskade is an official ambassador for the cause, which saves children sold into slavery as sex slaves, laborers or anything else. Kaskade will be involved in bringing awareness to this growing fight. Kaskade, AKA Ryan Raddon is an... - April 09, 2015 - Operation Underground Railroad
Dawn Leger, Ph.D. Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Dawn Leger, Ph.D., of Bristol, Connecticut has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of grant writing. About Dawn Leger, Ph.D. Dr. Leger has more than 20 years of experience in grant writing and... - April 09, 2015 - Strathmore Worldwide
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Ronald A. Gray as Professional of the Year
Ronald A. Gray, of Oak Brook, Illinois, has been recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore’s Who’s Who for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Legal Services. - April 09, 2015 - Strathmore Who's Who
WTM Latin America 2015; the Opportunity for Luxury Travel Ltd to Develop the Tourism Potential of Its Destinations to Latin American Markets
Luxury Travel Ltd is pleased to announce its participation in the forthcoming WTM Latin America Trade Show 2015 in Sao Paulo from April 22-24, 2015. - April 09, 2015 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
The Way to Happiness Aims Messages of Peace to the City of Nashville
The Way to Happiness is working to inspire all residents of Nashville and Middle Tennessee with messages of peace and hope. - April 09, 2015 - The Way to Happiness
LifeWalk Mission International Team Travel to Kenya
Georgia Based LifeWalk Mission International will be traveling to Nairobi, Kenya next week for its first of three scheduled Christian short-term mission trips this year. Executive Director Jerry Warren will be leading the team to work in the outlying areas of Nairobi. Because of the recent... - April 09, 2015 - LifeWalk Mission International
METALAST Surface Technology Announces Company Name Change to CHEMEON Surface Technology
The global provider of hard material surface engineering solutions will change its name to CHEMEON Surface Technology effective immediately. www.chemeon.com - April 09, 2015 - CHEMEON Surface Technology