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Coleman Foundation Boosts Amount and Size of Grants Available at Annual National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship Conference
The Coleman Foundation will provide up to $150,000 in grants in the NACCE Entrepreneurial Colleges in Action Competition, which opens now and concludes at the 2013 NACCE Conference in Charlotte, NC, Oct. 13-16. - July 13, 2013 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
IJIS Institute Welcomes Maria Cardiellos as Program Manager for the New Jersey Information Sharing Environment Project
Staff changes prepare the IJIS Institute for advanced technical projects. - July 13, 2013 - IJIS Institute
St. Louis Scientists Invited to the White House
The White House honored individuals for their dedication to increasing public engagement in science and science literacy. - July 13, 2013 - Donald Danforth Plant Science Center
TradeWinds Adds EASY BOOKING Feature to Its Website for Yacht Vacation Rentals
It has always been easy to book a cabin or a whole yacht rental with TradeWinds but now it is even easier with their new EASY BOOKING option! TradeWinds, the only fully crewed, all-inclusive vacation ownership yachting company in the world has added an EASY BOOKING feature to its website to assist... - July 13, 2013 - TradeWinds
Eastern National Publishes "American Indians and the Civil War: Official National Park Service Handbook"
A new publication, "American Indians and the Civil War: Official National Park Service Handbook," has been published by Eastern National. A collection of essays by noted scholars and historians, this book details the Native American contributions to the American Civil War, and the effects... - July 13, 2013 - Eastern National
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines Adds a Third "Solar Eclipse Cruise" Due to Huge Demand
Following huge demand for its recently-launched "Solar Eclipse Cruises" aboard Boudicca (D1504) and Black Watch (W1502), which are now both fully booked, Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has added a third cruise on board Braemar (M1505), departing from Dover on 11th March 2015. The new Braemar... - July 13, 2013 - Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
Dial An Exchange Confirms Participation of New Resorts Across Europe
Dial An Exchange (DAE), the world’s largest privately owned exchange company, expands its booking destinations across Europe by adding new resorts to their exchange system. Through participation agreements signed by numerous resorts across Europe, Dial An Exchange is bringing even greater... - July 13, 2013 - Dial An Exchange
The Bulls Won't Stop Fleet as NAFA's International Fleet Academy Leads the Way
Global Fleet managers face situations ranging from the Running of the Bulls in Spain to far more serious problems. NAFA's International Fleet Academy offers them the most extensive education on global fleet management. - July 13, 2013 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Paul Stevelman Joins Pro Bono Partnership Board of Directors
Pro Bono Partnership has announced that Paul Stevelman has been elected to its Board of Directors. Mr. Stevelman serves as Managing Director, Co-General Counsel for RBS Markets & International Banking, Americas. He was appointed Deputy General Counsel in 1999 and Co-General Counsel in 2011. - July 13, 2013 - Pro Bono Partnership
Melonhead Foundation Presents Second Annual "Maricopa Loves Melonhead"
Sponsored by Glenn Jones Auto Centers and hosted by Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino Resort, the Melonhead Foundation will proudly present the second annual “Maricopa Loves Melonhead” pancake breakfast and quarter auction on August 11, 2013. The event begins at 9:00 am and lasts for two... - July 13, 2013 - The Melonhead Foundation
Georgia's Banks Get New Way to Save on Office Products
The Georgia Bankers Association has a new strategic partnership with Office Depot that can save banks and their employees a lot of money. GBA has joined forces with 23 other state bankers associations across the country to bring its members tremendous buying power, exclusive discounts and real savings. In fact, current participants of this program have saved an average of 20-30 percent over their prior office product costs. - July 13, 2013 - Georgia Bankers Association
My Health Wealth Team Joins Forces with Organic Food Supplement Company
My Health Wealth Team, an international organization led by Tom Gruber, joins forces with Ohio-based organic food supplement company. - July 13, 2013 - My Health Wealth Team
Get Hooked on Downhill Mountain Biking with a Special, 4-Week Class from Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance
Intermediate and advanced level mountain bikers are invited to learn the skills needed to happily ride trails at Stevens Pass and Whistler Mountain Bike Parks in this special 4-class series - or just the final, one-day clinic at Stevens Pass. - July 13, 2013 - Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance
Dr. William Meisel Honored as Top Professional in Media Industry for 2013
William S. Meisel, of Tarzana, California, has recently been recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Registry for his exceptional contributions and achievements in the field of Media. About William S. Meisel Dr. William Meisel has over 30 years experience in commercial... - July 13, 2013 - Strathmore Who's Who
Energy Africa Conference to be Held at Colorado School of Mines on November 7-8, 2013
Access to affordable, reliable and clean energy is essential to Africa’s economic growth and human development. Most African countries devote a large portion of their budgets to imported energy. This money could be used to develop local energy resources. This conference brings together business executives, thought leaders, public, private and research institutions to dialog and support the work needed to stimulate domestic energy markets. - July 12, 2013 - Energy Africa Conference
BBQ Fundraiser Will Kickoff Cross-Country Bike Trip by Wounded Warrior and Paralympian Rob Jones
July 27th event by “Fired Up To Help” to benefit Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes. - July 12, 2013 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
Four Swedish Corporates Make the Top 100 Globally for Resource Efficiency
Four publicly traded Swedish companies have been included in the Osmosis Resource Efficiency Index (ticker MOREWOUT), an index that tracks the relative resource efficiency of the world largest companies in the developed markets. - July 12, 2013 - Osmosis Investment Management
Local Atlanta Organization, The Atlanta Arts Project “Stand for Art Atlanta” is Investing in Creativity
The Atlanta Arts Project "Stand for Art Atlanta," an independently funded project designed to increase opportunities for visual and performance artist, is looking to provide resources for artists. - July 12, 2013 - Atlanta Arts Project
Hotel Packages for the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum at the Courtyard by Marriott Thousand Oaks Ventura County
Marriott Courtyard Thousand Oaks hotel offers beautiful accommodations for the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum. Package includes entry tickets to the museum. Take a step back in time and journey through Reagan’s life from local hero to Hollywood stardom, and then through his campaign trail and days of being in office. - July 12, 2013 - Courtyard by Marriott
Da Vinci Science Center Sets Several New Participation, Visitation Records
The Da Vinci Science Center (DSC) set several new records for participation and visitation during its 2013 fiscal year, which ended on June 30, 2013, and topped 100,000 total participants in a year for the first time. The Da Vinci Science Center brought science to life for 125,209 people of all... - July 12, 2013 - Da Vinci Science Center
The Monmouth County Underdogs and The Inner Dog, LLC. Are Proud to Sponsor the Power of Positive Training Presented by Victoria Stilwell
The Power of Positive Training with Victoria Stilwell The Monmouth County Underdogs and The Inner Dog, LLC. are proud to sponsor The Power of Positive Training presented by Victoria Stilwell, world renowned dog trainer and star of Animal Planet’s hit TV show “It’s Me or the... - July 12, 2013 - The Monmouth County Underdogs
IMC Club Partnering with Hartzell Propeller, Hartzell Engine Technologies to Host IFR Proficiency Center at Oshkosh
IMC Club is partnering with Hartzell Propeller Inc. and its sister company Hartzell Engine Technologies to host an IFR Proficiency Center during AirVenture 2013 (Oshkosh). - July 12, 2013 - IMCClubs.org
Drug-Free South Arms Students Against Drugs
The Foundation for a Drug-Free South, a chapter of the Foundation for a Drug-Free World, is educating young people on the harmful effects of drugs throughout Tennessee. - July 12, 2013 - Drug Free South
MoveMeFit: New Online Fitness Platform Delivers High Quality and Social Workouts
MoveMeFit launches providing access to hundreds of the best workout videos. Features recommended workout videos by top fitness instructors and working out with friends, virtually. - July 12, 2013 - MoveMeFit
Launch of a WordPress Plugin to Help Nonprofits Manage Their Boards
Wired Impact, a web design company focused on nonprofits, has made it easier to manage a nonprofit board with their new, free Nonprofit Board Management plugin for WordPress. - July 12, 2013 - Wired Impact
NAFA Hosts Webinar on Right-Sizing Fleets on July 24
NAFA Fleet Management Association continues its monthly free webinar series for Members with "Right-Sizing Your Fleet Without Feeling The Pinch: Expert Advice on Where to Cut, How to Cut, and What You'll Save in the Process" on Wednesday, July 24 at 1pm. - July 12, 2013 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Keith Staats, Director, State and Local Tax Practice, Grant Thornton LLP to Speak at KC’s Tax Planning in the New E-Commerce Environment Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Keith Staats, Director, State and Local Tax Practice, Grant Thornton LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Tax Planning in... - July 12, 2013 - The Knowledge Group
Ryan Gandre, Director, Stout Risius Ross, Inc. to Speak at KC’s Fair Value Measurements for Business Combinations and Impairment Testing Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Ryan Gandre, Director, Stout Risius Ross, Inc. will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Fair Value Measurements for Business... - July 12, 2013 - The Knowledge Group
Fake "Internet Security" Virus Storms Internet, Infecting Thousands
OnlineVirusRepair.com launches new fast and highly effective removal method for users infected with the “Internet Security virus.” - July 12, 2013 - Online Virus Repair Inc.
One Power World Healing Ceremony
Daniel's powerful message of peace, love and compassion across all nations, cultures and faiths has found overwhelming acceptance wherever he has performed. - July 12, 2013 - Spiritual Unity Movement
New Appointment: Charmain Gabashe Joins United Vehicle Services
United Vehicle Services, a South African One-Stop-Vehicle Rental Convenience Shop, continues to build a solid team, filling key positions with industry experts. “We are always in the lookout for talented and experienced employees who will drive us forward as our organisation taps more into... - July 12, 2013 - United Vehicle Services
Chapman Freeborn Australia Wins Service Excellence Award
World's leading aircraft charter broker Chapman Freeborn is the winner for 2013 Australian Business Award for Service Excellence in the transport industry. - July 12, 2013 - Chapman Freeborn Airchartering Pte Ltd
Ireland and Britain Await You in 2014 with CIE Tours
Presenting the new 2014 product line including 5 new exciting tours. Over 40 fully inclusive coach tours include: Daily sightseeing and entry to major attractions, outstanding hotels, full breakfasts, some lunches, most dinners with entertainment and no hidden extras! - July 12, 2013 - CIE Tours International
Environmentally Friendly Waste King Clears a Plethora of Places
Among the recent projects for Waste King, a specialist collections, clearance and recycling company based in Hemel Hempstead, has been completely clearing the recently closed Amersham & Wycombe College. - July 12, 2013 - Waste King
Welsh Students Get Ahead with STEM
From 24th to 26th June, seventy nine students gathered at the University of South Wales, to attend a specially designed Engineering Experience residential course. In partnership with First Campus at the University of South Wales, The Smallpeice Trust ran this free course to encourage 13 and 14 year... - July 12, 2013 - The Smallpeice Trust
Students Against Violence Everywhere Welcomes New Chair, Vice Chair, Treasurer and Secretary to Executive Committee
National Nonprofit Appoints Four Members to Lead Board of Directors - July 12, 2013 - SAVE
Electronic Engineering Course Causes Buzz Amongst Teenagers
From 24th June to 27th June, sixty teenagers from across the UK enjoyed a unique learning experience at the University of Portsmouth. Sponsored by the University of Portsmouth, this 4-day residential course gave students a valuable insight into the field of electronic engineering. During the... - July 12, 2013 - The Smallpeice Trust
Dr. Yazan Manna Honored with Distinguished Teaching Faculty Award
Award from Student Government Association recognizes his dedication to enhancing students’ classroom experiences - July 12, 2013 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Dr. Alexei Miasnikov Presents Groundbreaking Mathematical Research at Prestigious International Congress of Mathematics 2014
Dr. Alexei Miasnikov, Director of the Department of Mathematical Sciences at Stevens Institute of Technology, and his frequent collaborator Dr. Olga Kharlampovich of Hunter College have been chosen as speakers at the International Congress of Mathematics (ICM) 2014, the largest conference in the... - July 12, 2013 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Top-Ranked Heavyweights Headline Friday Night Fights Aug. 23 at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
Friday Night Fights returns to the Rollins Center® on Aug. 23 with a headline title bout between two Top Ten U.S. heavyweights, unbeaten sensation Amir “Hardcore” Mansour, ranked No. 10, and Maurice “Mo Bettah” Harris, ranked No. 9. Mansour, 18(14)-0 of Penns Grove,... - July 12, 2013 - Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
Roto-Rooter Plumbers of Huntsville and Madison County Celebrates 50th Anniversary
Roto-Rooter Plumbers of Huntsville and Madison County celebrates 50th Anniversary. Three generations of family have made this business a local institution. - July 12, 2013 - Roto-Rooter Plumbers of Huntsville, AL
3rd Level Consulting Joins US Swim School Association as New Sponsor
Leading consulting agency shares Association’s interests, goals in aiding swim school businesses. - July 12, 2013 - US Swim School Association
Sewage Works Exhibition 2013 Features “Showcase of World-Class Technology” in Tokyo
The Exhibition Will Introduce Cutting-edge Technology and Equipment for Sewer Systems Locally and Abroad - July 12, 2013 - Japan Sewage Works Association
Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes Awards $5,000 Grant to Provide Housing for Homeless Female Veterans
Donation to Final Salute will provide transitional support for women and children. - July 11, 2013 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
Pluss Corporation Announces Integration with PeopleNet's Onboard Computing and Mobile Comm Systems
Pluss Corporation (http://www.pluss.net/) a leading provider of Resource Management Software for truck and heavy-equipment dealers, distributors, fleet owners and repair facilities announces today that it has completed a seamless integration with PeopleNet's integrated onboard computing and mobile communications system, streamlining the end-to-end preventative maintenance of fleet trucks and trailers. - July 11, 2013 - Pluss Corporation
The Crowd Investing Innovation Forum Unveils Its Official Agenda
The Crowdfunding Professional Association’s 2nd Annual Crowd Investing Innovation Forum will convene top crowdfunding pioneers, policymakers, entrepreneurs and investors to address the most urgent issues in capital formation, job creation, public policy as well as corporate and entrepreneurial initiatives. Through unscripted interviews, frank and intimate discussion, the goal is to spark innovation, challenge and debate conventional thinking as well as unleash new perspectives. - July 11, 2013 - Crowdnetic
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Recognizes Richard Deane Terrell
Richard Deane Terrell, of Yarralumla, Australia, has recently been recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry as an Industry Leader in Education for his outstanding contributions and achievements. About Richard Deane Terrell Richard Deane Terrell is Professor Emeritus at Australian... - July 11, 2013 - Strathmore Who's Who
David Weild Announced as Keynote Speaker for Leading Crowd Funding Industry Event
The Crowdfunding Professional Association (CfPA), the leading trade organization for the crowdfunding industry, will be holding its 2nd Annual Crowd Investing Innovation Forum on August 8-9, 2013 in Orlando, FL with former NASDAQ Vice Chairman David Weild IV as keynote speaker. - July 11, 2013 - Crowdnetic
Skills®, Online Autism Curriculum, Receives High Ranking by Behavior Analysis in Practice
Skills®: the Online Autism Solution, receives a top-notch review for its online autism treatment curriculum in the peer-reviewed journal, Behavior Analysis in Practice. - July 11, 2013 - Center for Autism and Related Disorders
Thavorn Hotels and Resorts Celebrate Launch of New Hotel Websites with Sweepstake Competition
Thavorn Hotels and Resorts, Phuket, Thailand celebrate the launch of their new hotel websites by running a sweepstake competition with 2 prizes available of a 3 Night Stay at one of their beach resorts. - July 11, 2013 - Thavorn Group