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Captain Planet Foundation Names Leesa Carter Executive Director

Former U.S. Green Building Council Georgia Chapter Executive Director to Lead Environmental Education Foundation - May 11, 2012 - Captain Planet Foundation

San Miguel Primavera Sound Festival 2012 - Central Accommodation by Apartment Barcelona

With summer just around the corner, the hospitality industry in Barcelona is preparing for thousands of music fans who will be attending San Miguel Primavera Sound Festival. Apartment Barcelona, a leading tourist apartment rental company, offers comfortable and affordable accommodation close to both venues. - May 11, 2012 - Apartment Barcelona

Carpooling.com Explodes in Italy

New vehicle sales in Italy declined by 26.7% in March, making the country the weakest major car market in Europe. Notably, while car sales declined, alternative forms of mobility such as public transport and carpooling grew strongly in popularity. - May 11, 2012 - carpooling.com

Successful Women Entrepreneurs - a Disappearing Breed?

Women entrepreneurs in scarce supply worldwide. - May 11, 2012 - Roaring Women Ltd

The CityKids Foundation Announces Spring Benefit: Conquer All

Host Committee, Wendy Finerman, Nick Cannon, Goldie Hawn, John Leguizamo, Daniel Sunjata, and Malik Yoba. Master of Ceremonies, Kelly Beaty and Shannon Lanier. - May 11, 2012 - The CityKids Foundation

Worldwide Program Empowers Kids to Make Positive Life Changes

United Charitable Programs is the fiscal sponsor of I’m a Great Child Worldwide, a program established to empower children by enhancing their own natural strengths, confidence and speaking skills. - May 11, 2012 - United Charitable Programs

Luxury Travel Has Announced a Very Positive Development with Its Myanmar Programmes

Luxury Travel (www.luxurytravels.asia) has announced a very positive development with its Myanmar programmes as it now has a joint venture with their partner in Myanmar guaranteeing better prices and stronger purchasing power with the hotels and river cruises. - May 11, 2012 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd

Cancer is Leading Cause of Critical Illness Insurance Claims According to Trade Group

Cancer is the leading cause of critical illness insurance claims in 2011 notes a just released study by the American Association for Critical Illness Insurance. - May 11, 2012 - American Association for Critical Illness Insurance

Direct Deposit Sees Vast Jump According to SWACHA Survey

Consumers continue to reduce the risk of lost or stolen checks by increasingly using Direct Deposit via ACH according to a recent survey from Dallas-based SWACHA, one of the largest not-for-profit regional electronic payment associations in the country. The results of the 2011 Consumer Insights... - May 11, 2012 - SWACHA

Cresa Forges Partnership with SRS Real Estate Partners

Cresa, North America’s largest firm exclusively representing tenants, announced today that it has formed a strategic partnership with SRS Real Estate Partners (SRS). This arrangement will allow Cresa to provide retail services to its office and industrial clients, and provide SRS’s... - May 11, 2012 - Cresa - Madison

Spring Travel Savings Are Being Offered Now at Jeff Haas Mazda in Houston, TX

Houston’s most-recognized Mazda dealer, Jeff Haas Mazda, recently announced a slew of service specials for the month of May. Drivers can prepare for the season of street paving with the money they’re saving. - May 11, 2012 - Jeff Haas Mazda

Charity Sells Car Tools with the Help of Sykes-Pickavant

Emotiv sales is a retail website run by Motov8, a registered charity that helps young people in Worcestershire. By purchasing the goods you require like Car Tools, Workshop Tools, Automotive tools, Car Diagnostic Tools, Mechanic Tools, Garage Equipment through them, you are also helping them to continue the services they provide. - May 11, 2012 - Emotiv Sales

Lou Bencardino and Bencardino Excavating Add New Employee to Crew

Bucks County, Pa. Excavating Company Hires Lead Mechanic to Manage Fleet - May 11, 2012 - Bencardino Excavating

Drywall Repair Expert in Plano, TX, Hires Local Online Marketing Firm to Improve Web Presence

Plano-area property owners will soon have an easier time finding the professional drywall repair, installation, and finishing services they need. - May 11, 2012 - CRS Drywall LLC

Burned Out, Beaten Down, Belittled and Bullied: Why Some Healthcare Workers Hate Their Jobs

Each year the public rates healthcare workers as the most honest and ethical group of professionals. It’s no wonder this group would work so hard to hide their dirty little secret—the shameful culture of incivility that has infected most healthcare workplaces. - May 11, 2012 - In the Know, Inc.

Hilton Garden Inn Houston Energy Corridor Partners with Macy’s for the Ultimate Shopping Experience

Package includes deluxe accommodations, late checkout, breakfast for two and more. - May 11, 2012 - Hilton Garden Inn Energy Corridor

Ask the Experts Introduced-Ground Breading Tool to Ask Experts About Heart Rhythm Abnormalities

The Sudden Arrhythmia Death Syndromes (SADS) Foundation has teamed up with Mayo Clinic to launch the ground-breaking program of “The Heart of the Matter – Ask the Experts." This resource serves as a crucial tool for worldwide professionals and community members to share their expertise and concerns on heart rhythm abnormalities that could cause sudden death in children and young adults - May 11, 2012 - Sudden Arrhythmia Death Syndromes (SADS) Foundation

Boston Family Seminar

The Sudden Arrhythmia Death Syndromes (SADS) Foundation, in partnership with Heart Rhythm Society (HRS), Sudden Cardiac Arrest Association (SCAA) and Mended hearts are coming together Saturday, May 12, 2012, for a Family Seminar in Boston, MA at the Boston Conference Center. - May 11, 2012 - Sudden Arrhythmia Death Syndromes (SADS) Foundation

SADS Focus on Timothy Syndrome

Although Timothy Syndrome is a rare disease, a number of new families affected by Timothy Syndrome contacted the SADS Foundation this year. An awareness campaign designed for anesthesiologists, pediatricians, cardiologists and neurologists is underway. Anesthesia is a known trigger of arrhythmias in Timothy Sydrome, therefore if surgical intervention is required for cardiac repair, extreme care in anesthesia selection and cardiac monitoring is essential to survival. - May 11, 2012 - Sudden Arrhythmia Death Syndromes (SADS) Foundation

This Mother’s Day, Take a Moment to Help Homeless Mothers and Children

HomeAid’s 5th Annual Essentials for Young Lives™ Campaign is Collecting Baby Essentials Through Mother’s Day - May 11, 2012 - Children and Families Commission of Orange County

The Mortgage Alliance of Southwest Florida Offers HARP 2.0 Refinancing

Members of the Mortgage Alliance Are Handling Home Affordable Refinance Program (HARP) Loans for Homeowners Who Would Like to Refinance to Lower Interest Rates - May 11, 2012 - Mortgage Alliance of Southwest Florida

Yampu Tours Announces a Destination Webinar Series for Travel Agents

The first webinar of the series, targeted to include one webinar per month for the remainder of 2012, is scheduled for Wednesday, May 16th at 1:00pm EST. Presented by Yampu’s Group Sales Manager Stephanie Rudolph, this first webinar will focus on Ecuador and the Galapagos. - May 11, 2012 - Yampu.com

WheelsNeedDeals.com Offering Additional 10% Discount Promo Code to Its Next 50 Twitter Followers

WheelsNeedDeals.com, the Long Island daily deal site for all things car care related, is giving an additional 10% discount promo code to its next 50 Twitter followers who tweet about WheelsNeedDeals.com between the dates of May 10 – 24. - May 10, 2012 - Wheels Need Deals LLC

Caribe Resort Wins "Best Family Fun Resort" Award

Caribe Resort in Orange Beach, Alabama, has won the "Best Family Fun Resort" award for the southeast from Convention South Magazine. - May 10, 2012 - Caribe Resort

New Personal Trainer Business Resources Website Offers Business Models, Coaching and Ideas for Personal Fitness Trainers at All Levels

A new website dedicated to personal trainer business solutions, http://personaltrainerbusiness.biz/, offers career and coaching resources for personal trainers. The site is a one-stop shop for personal trainers interested in building business. - May 10, 2012 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development

The "Princess Chambers" Arrives at the Brooklyn Marriott

Designer gowns, teenage girls and the most anticipated event of the year – senior prom! On Saturday, May 12, 2012, young fashionistas from all over the New York area will descend on the Brooklyn Marriott for the 4th annual Princess Chamber’s “Prom Boutique!” Founded by... - May 10, 2012 - Princess Chambers

Corporate Housing Expected to Grow in Canada

Canadian corporate housing is part of a $2.49 billion industry in North America. Canadian corporate housing industry was estimated to generate room revenues of $169 million annually. - May 10, 2012 - Corporate Housing Providers Assocation

OnSite Dentists of Texas – Austin Announces Name Change to Grey Owl Dental

OnSite Dentists of Texas - Austin, a family owned and operated onsite geriatric dental care provider changes its name to Grey Owl Dental effective May 1, 2012. - May 10, 2012 - Grey Owl Dental Consulting, LLC

Sofitel Manila's Snaps Sports Bar Celebrates First Anniversary

Snaps, the hippest sports bar in Manila, is celebrating its first anniversary. - May 10, 2012 - Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila

Internationally Celebrated Charlotte Artist Donates $3000 Painting to Business Alliance Rally Raffle

Stefan Duncan’s original impressionistic painting “Lady Tree Dancer” will be awarded the raffle winner at the Women's Power Networking Business Alliance Rally in Raleigh. A portion of the events’ proceeds will benefit Alzheimers. - May 10, 2012 - Women's Power Networking

Denver Volkswagen Dealer Gears Up for Upcoming Owner Appreciation Event at McDonald VW

McDonald VW recently announced that they will welcome new owners to their showroom for a complimentary sit-down dinner and an evening of vehicle safety and education. - May 10, 2012 - McDonald VW

B2B Bash: A Social Life for Your Business

To address those needs, 3D Studios presents an event unique to the Hudson River Valley: the B2B Bash will, bring together businesses and organizations in both an informal and a guided networking event. This allows business owners and executives to get in front of the people who can be most beneficial to their business or organization. BARNABY’S, located in the historic Village Hall has an upstairs room constructed of local bricks, with tabled areas to be used for VIP networking. - May 10, 2012 - 3D Studios, Inc.

Stevens Team Wins First Place in New Jersey ISPE Student Poster Competition

Diagnostic invention allows clinicians to comprehensively evaluate spinal movement - May 10, 2012 - Stevens Institute of Technology

Explosive Detection Research to be Presented at ASMS Conference

Stevens student awarded travel grant to present research in Vancouver - May 10, 2012 - Stevens Institute of Technology

Virginia Women’s Center Makes Generous Donation and Commitment in Hanover County

Richmond-based women’s health practice rallies its physicians and staff to build a house on the 1.8 acres of land the practice has donated to Hanover Habitat for Humanity in response to housing needs. - May 10, 2012 - Virginia Women's Center

Gov. Beverly Perdue Proclaims Wednesday, May 23 as North Carolina Veterinarians Day

Governor Commends Observance by N.C. Citizens of Veterinarian Impact on Health And Safety - May 10, 2012 - NCVMA

BMW Motorcycle Owners to Converge in Yosemite & California's Gold Country for Unparalleled Riding & Events at 40th Annual 49er Rally, May 24-28, 2012 in Mariposa CA

This Memorial Day weekend (May 24-28) BMW riders from all over the west, converge in Mariposa CA for the BMW Motorcycle Club of Northern California's 40th anniversary celebration of the 49er Rally, named for California's historic gold country. BMW NorCal is the oldest chartered BMW club in California. - May 09, 2012 - BMW Motorcycle Club of Northern California

Anxiety Support at New Social Network

Crippled by social anxiety? Does the thought of your next Facebook update evoke a panic attack? Now, there’s a social networking site for you. - May 09, 2012 - Anxietysocialnet

L7 Creative Launches State-of-the-Art Website for San Diego Regional Center

L7 Creative was recently selected by San Diego Regional Center to design their new corporate website. Hand-picked due to their extensive experience and talent in the digital landscape, L7 Creative’s goal was to elevate SDRC’s brand image as a proven leader and vital asset to San Diego... - May 09, 2012 - L7 Creative

NJCTS Wednesday Webinar Series Continues May 23 with Presentation on Understanding Eating Disorders

Webinar will take place from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. and will be presented by licensed psychologist Dr. Hue-Sun Ahn. - May 09, 2012 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome

Critically Ill Children Give Back to Their Moms for Mother's Day

In addition to receiving new pajamas, the critically ill children at Baltimore's Ronald McDonald House will be able to "give back" to their mothers this year for Mother's Day when they create hand decorated mirrors and make chocolates for their moms during a Casey Cares Kami's Jammies... - May 09, 2012 - Casey Cares Foundation

Casey Cares Foundation Helps Seriously Ill Children at Georgetown Hospital Celebrate Mother's Day

In addition to receiving new pajamas, the pediatric patients at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital will be able to "give back" to their mothers this year for Mother's Day when they create recipe card holders during a Casey Cares Kami's Jammies party. The Casey Cares Foundation... - May 09, 2012 - Casey Cares Foundation

The Best Things in Life Are Free and Sitacise is Launching a New Initiative to Partner with Companies to Offer New Prospects Free Fitness Products for Them

When Ohioans Called The Kim Renee Davis Nationwide Insurance Agency They Were Able to Get a Great Free Health Surprise Gift; Sitacise Will Let the Rest of America Participate - May 09, 2012 - Sitacise

Wounded Warriors from Our Nation’s Military to Cross the United States

World T.E.A.M. Sports’ Second Sea to Shining Sea Cross-Country Bicycle Ride powered by State Farm® starts May 28th in San Francisco. 20 wounded warriors will ride 4,000 miles from the Pacific to the Atlantic Ocean. - May 09, 2012 - World T.E.A.M. Sports

Women Making Connections’ Girls’ Night Out: “The Clock Keeps Ticking… Take Control of Your Time” on May 9th, 5:30pm in Ann Arbor

WMC to host a Girls’ Night Out for South East Michigan businesswomen & professionals. - May 09, 2012 - Women Making Connections

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