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Black Belt Community Foundation Announces the 2021 Community Grant Cycle
The Black Belt Community Foundation is announcing its 2021 Community Grant Cycle. Community-based organizations from Bullock, Choctaw, Dallas, Greene, Hale, Lowndes, Macon, Marengo, Perry, Pickens, Sumter and Wilcox Counties are encouraged to apply. The BBCF invites organizations based in and... - June 16, 2021 - Black Belt Community Foundation
MPAI Opens New Projects Leveraging Its Unique Approach to AI Standards
At its 9th General Assembly, the international, unaffiliated Moving Picture, Audio and Data Coding by Artificial Intelligence (MPAI) standards association has started the development of new projects while continuing the development of four standards. MPAI application standards use aggregations of... - June 16, 2021 - MPAI
100 Young Entrepreneurs Impacted by a STEM Curriculum in Puerto Rico
A hundred young entrepreneurs -- public school students from ages nine to 12 with a high economic need -- were positively impacted in 2020 by the SEEDS program developed by the nonprofit organization Friends of Puerto Rico. The unemployment rate for people in Puerto Rico between the ages of 15 and... - June 16, 2021 - Friends of Puerto Rico
Go-Forth Pest Control Named One of 2021 Best Employers in North Carolina by Business North Carolina Magazine
Go-Forth Pest Control was recently named as one of the 2021 Best Employers in North Carolina by Business North Carolina Magazine. This program was created by Best Companies Group. This survey and awards program was designed to identify, recognize and honor the best employers in North Carolina. This... - June 15, 2021 - Go-Forth Pest Control
Miami-Dade County Partners with Be Strong to Bring Project P.E.A.C.E. to Goulds Community
Project P.E.A.C.E. (People Engaged and Advocating for Community Empowerment) is hosting a Community Fun Day at Goulds Park on Friday, June 18th from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. There will be live music, food, and activities to promote unity between community members, and local community... - June 15, 2021 - Be Strong International, Inc.
Christa J. Mekki, CMP, CWP, CITP Honored as a VIP Member for 2021 by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Christa J. Mekki, CMP, CWP, CITP of Pleasanton, California has been honored as VIP Member for 2021 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of event planning. About Christa J. Mekki, CMP, CWP, CITP Christa Mekki, CMP, CWP, CITP... - June 15, 2021 - Strathmore Worldwide
55Haitao Promises Huge Prime Day Deals at Amazon Meeting in Beijing
55Haitao CEO Alan Gu participated in a panel discussion at the Amazon Overseas Shopping media communication meeting held in Beijing, where he addressed the latest ecommerce trends with senior executives from the industry. Amazon officially announced that 2021 Amazon Prime Day will take place from June 20-23 in China. The conference also marked the fifth anniversary of Amazon Prime Day in the country. - June 15, 2021 - 55Haitao
Locus AG Launches Second Line of Carbon-Accelerating Soil Probiotic Technologies with Added Phosphorus Benefits
New Pantego™ microbial soil amendment gives farmers the upper hand in crop performance and environmental impact across wider temperature ranges. - June 15, 2021 - Locus Agricultural Solutions
Professional Organizer, Discover Organizer Owner Jill Yesko Releases Debut Title "I’m Right Here: 10 Ways to Get Help for Hoarding and Chronic Disorganization"
Professional organizer, speaker and Discover Organizing Inc. founder Jill Yesko has released her debut book, titled, "I’m Right Here: 10 Ways to Get Help for Hoarding and Chronic Disorganization." An eighteen-year veteran of the professional organizing industry, Jill Yesko, a... - June 15, 2021 - Discover Organizing
Florida Inventory Professional Achieves Industry Designations
The National Inventory Certification Association congratulates member Mandy Peterson for achieving CIS and CAE Designations. - June 15, 2021 - National Inventory Certification Association
PRFC Announces the Appointment of New Board Members
Collaboration in the fight against complex fraud continues with the Payment Risk & Fraud Consortium's new Board of Directors. - June 14, 2021 - Payments Risk & Fraud Consortium
Lucky n Love Travel Has Received a Wedding Planner Certification
Michele Botnick, Owner of Lucky n Love Travel & a Romance Travel Specialist, has earned the distinguished honor of achieving certification from Wedding MBA, as a wedding planner. - June 14, 2021 - Lucky n Love Travel
Belizean Dreams Resort Wins 2021 Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best Award
Belizean Dreams Recognized Among Best in Central America, Based on Exceptional Traveler Reviews - June 13, 2021 - Belizean Dreams Resort
Southwest Tennessee Community College’s Shayla Kolheim Selected for Maxine Smith Fellows Leadership Program
The Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR) has selected Shayla Kolheim, director of Grants Development and Management at Southwest Tennessee Community College, to participate in the Class of 2021-22 Maxine Smith Fellows Program. “Ms. Kolheim is truly deserving of this opportunity. She is an... - June 12, 2021 - Southwest Tennessee Community College
Presenting the Inaugural “Great Inclusion Race & Party in the Park”
When: June 26, 2021, 10 am – 4 pm; Where: Midlothian Community Park | 3601 S. 14th St | Midlothian, TX 76065; Why: To promote disability awareness, highlight the amazing city of Midlothian and inspire everyone to be valued, respected and supported in our community. It’s about focusing on the needs of every individual and ensuring the right conditions are in place for each person to achieve his or her full potential. - June 12, 2021 - Bridges Training Foundation
Venvi Art Gallery: Post-Pandemic Art Market Landscape
Out of necessity, many artists and gallerists have found new and creative ways to sell artwork online. An ongoing survey featured on NPR says 95% of artists have experienced loss because of the pandemic. Brinda Pamulapati and Veernag Pamulapati, owners of Venvi Art Gallery located on the East side of Capital Circle at 2901 E. Park Avenue, Tallahassee, Florida have been working hard on enhancing their new website, which allows users to buy artwork from the comfort of their home. - June 12, 2021 - Venvi Art Gallery
Camps International's Real World Studies Programme Wins Innovation Award
Camps International, an award-winning school expedition provider offering educational and impactful trips in Africa, Asia and Latin America, are delighted to announce the ongoing success of their Real World Studies programme (blended learning programme), which has recently won the GoAbroad Online Programming Innovation Winner 2021. - June 12, 2021 - Camps International Limited
Nashville Religion Communicators to Hear about Resilience
The Nashville Chapter of the Religion Communicators Council (RCC) meets monthly to talk about topics of interest and hear from professionals in religious communications. - June 12, 2021 - Religion Communicators Council
The Way to Happiness Association Spreads Seeds of Hope Online
The Way to Happiness Association observed World Environment Day with special virtual messages. - June 12, 2021 - The Way to Happiness
Top Real Estate Broker Partners with Premier Luxury Team for Expansion
Rachel Sartain Tenpenny has partnered with co-founders Marian Yon Maguire and Rhonda Sanderford of YES-Homes Luxury real estate sales group with Keller Williams Realty. - June 11, 2021 - YES-Homes Luxury Group
Christ Church Prepares to Host Prayerfest 2021
A prayer and worship festival for the nation and world. - June 11, 2021 - Christ Church USA
World Health Organization Includes Clubhouse Model as Example of Rights-Based Approach to Recovery-Focused Mental Health Services
Clubhouse International welcomes and supports the launch of the World Health Organization's Guidance on community mental health services: Promoting person-centered and rights-based approaches. Clubhouse International Training Center, Phoenix Clubhouse in Hong Kong, Special Administrative Region of the People’s Republic of China, is identified as an example of community-based mental health services that are following good practices which provide quality care and support. - June 11, 2021 - Clubhouse International
Barbara Mollanazar Named One of the Top 250 Latino Agents
Barbara Mollanazar of RE/MAX Alliance Group on the Florida Gulf Coast Named One of the Top 250 Latino Agents in 2021 - June 11, 2021 - RE/MAX Alliance Group
Orchid Medical to Significantly Expand Its Workforce and Operations by 2022
Expansion includes numerous new positions within the company’s ancillary operations at its headquarters in Orlando. - June 10, 2021 - Orchid Medical
"Compassion Through the Arts" Free Online Event June 15
"Compassion through the Arts" - a free online streaming event - will be presented June 15. It features a variety of accomplished musicians, visual artists, and poets whose works express compassion. - June 10, 2021 - Compassionate Houston Inc.
George Ballew Honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award and as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide
George Ballew of Waynesboro, Virginia has been honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award and as a Professional of the Year for 2021 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding achievements and contributions in the field of finance. About George Ballew George Ballew... - June 10, 2021 - Strathmore Worldwide
Dave M. Tennen Recognized as a VIP Member for 2021 by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide
Dave M. Tennen of Santa Barbara, California has been recognized as a VIP Member for 2021 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding achievements and contributions in the field of real estate. About Dave M. Tennen Dave Tennen is a licensed real estate broker at... - June 10, 2021 - Strathmore Worldwide
Florida Black Sports Hall of Fame Announces the Class of 2021 Inductees
The Florida Black Sports Hall of Fame, Inc. announced the inductees who comprise the Hall of Fame Class of 2021. Warren Sapp, Richard Williams, Althea Gibson, and Cori “Coco” Gauff are among 22 members that make up the Hall of Fame’s 2nd class. The inaugural Hall of Fame Class of 2020 had 34 members including Richard Rellford, Deion Sanders, and Anquan Boldin. - June 10, 2021 - Florida Black Sports Hall of Fame, Inc.
Top Quality Human and Raw Hair Extensions and Lace Wigs Are Now Available Directly to the Customer from Within the United States
CROWNZ Hair and Beauty, the company raising the standard for quick shipping of human and raw hair is shipping directly from within the United States, allows customers to receive top quality human and raw hair extensions, lace wigs, and lashes without awaiting clearance from customs. CROWNZ Hair... - June 10, 2021 - CROWNZ Hair and Beauty
Malena Upsurged Quality Testing Standards Amid the COVID-19 Crisis to Provide Their Customers with 100% Hygienic Makeup Brushes
Dongguan Malena Cosmetics Company - a leading corporate of makeup brushes in China, showed no compromise with the quality standards of their makeup brushes this COVID season. On the contrary, during these critical months of the pandemic, they upsurged their quality testing standards and became a booster for most makeup stores. - June 10, 2021 - Shenzhen Malena Technology Company Limited
HotelsByDay Shares Tips on How to Take a Vaxication Without Breaking the Bank
“Vaxication” is the new term created to describe people’s post-COVID vaccination travel plans and if the numbers are any indication, the roadways and skies will be busy all summer long. A recent survey from TripAdvisor revealed 67% of Americans plan to travel this summer, with 74%... - June 10, 2021 - HotelsByDay
Vestige Concept Gallery Seeks Photographers for "Hot Summer City" Street Photography Exhibition Featuring Special Guest Curator Rafael Fuchs
Vestige Concept Gallery is calling all Street Photographers from around the globe, for a July 2021 Exhibition featuring special guest curator Rafael Fuchs: internationally acclaimed photographer and owner of Fuchs Projects, and the brand new Thames Art Center, in Bushwick, Brooklyn, NY. - June 10, 2021 - Vestige Concept Gallery
Kidney Care Community Applauds Senate Re-Introduction of Chronic Kidney Disease Improvement in Research and Treatment Act
Kidney Care Partners (KCP) – the nation’s leading kidney care multi-stakeholder coalition representing patient advocates, physician organizations, health professional groups, dialysis providers, researchers and manufacturers – today commended Senators Ben Cardin (D-MD) and Roy... - June 09, 2021 - Kidney Care Partners
Alberta L. Watson Honored as a VIP Member for Two Consecutive Years by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide
Alberta L. Watson of Birmingham, Alabama has been honored as a VIP Member for two consecutive years, 2020 and 2021, by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding achievements and high level of success in the field of mental healthcare. About Alberta L. Watson Alberta... - June 09, 2021 - Strathmore Worldwide
Bunks Across America Build a Bed Event 2021
June 12 Build a Bed for Kids Event; No Kid Sleeps on the Floor in Our Town - June 09, 2021 - Sleep in Heavenly Peace, Inc.
ISKCON NYC Announces 46th Annual Hare KrishnaParade and Festival - Celebrated on 5th Avenue with Festival at Washington Square Park
The Hare Krishna Festival, centers around the annual Hare Krishna Parade, also known as Ratha Yatra (Festival of Chariots). To be celebrated Saturday, June 12th, it will be one of New York City’s first public festivals since the start of the pandemic. The festival begins at 11:00am with a... - June 09, 2021 - ISKCON NYC
2021 Juneteenth Golf Classic Raises Funds for Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce's Microgrant Program
Announcing the 2021 Juneteenth Golf Classic; the event will be held on Saturday, June 19, 2021, at the Golf Club of Dallas, the only Black-owned golf course in Texas. This year’s benefiting sponsor is the Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce (DBCC). The goal of this event is to raise awareness... - June 09, 2021 - RAISA Agency
Ward Law Group Opens 8th Satellite Office
New Hampshire Law Firm Establishes a Concord Presence - June 09, 2021 - Ward Law Group, PLLC
Tapron Announces Website Re-Launch and Introduces New Range of Kitchen Taps
The distinguished plumbing supply company has just revamped its website and launched a new selection of state-of-the-art kitchen sink mixer taps. - June 09, 2021 - Tapron Limited
Rivkin Center Hires Molly O’Connor as Incoming Executive Director
The Rivkin Center, a Seattle-based nonprofit working to improve women’s health by helping them prevent, detect early and survive ovarian and breast cancer, has hired Molly O’Connor to lead the organization upon the retirement of the current executive director. - June 09, 2021 - Rivkin Center
Thomas Real Estate Inc. Receives Six Marketing Awards
Angie Krall, director of marketing at Thomas Real Estate, Inc., received six honors from the 27th Annual Communicator Awards. The Awards of Distinction for marketing excellence were for: individual e-mail marketing for online advertising and marketing; features-animation for online marketing;... - June 09, 2021 - Thomas Real Estate Inc.
Rev. Loretta Hives-Moody, M.Div. Showcased on the Reuters Billboard in Times Square in New York City by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide
Rev. Loretta Hives-Moody, M.Div. of Oakland, California has been showcased on the famous Reuters Billboard in Times Square in New York City by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and high level of success in the fields of healthcare and ministry. Times... - June 08, 2021 - Strathmore Worldwide
HBICHQ Reduces Recidivism in Formerly Incarcerated Women
The HBIC HQ Foundation is helping formerly incarcerated women overcome obstacles to employment through encouraging entrepreneurship will not only help reduce recidivism but also give women opportunities otherwise unavailable to them. Read on to learn how one nonprofit, www.HBICHQ.com, has created... - June 08, 2021 - HBIC HQ Foundation
Illyasha Peete Named Executive Director of CLS Racial and Social Equity Initiative
Will Lead Organizational Focus on Addressing Racial & Social Equity within Life Sciences Industry. - June 07, 2021 - California Life Sciences
Sigma Chi Chapter at Cal State Pomona Raises $100,000 to Fight Cancer
The Sigma Chi Fraternity chapter at California State Polytechnic University Pomona raises over $100,000 for its philanthropy, Huntsman Cancer Institute in Salt Lake City, Utah. - June 07, 2021 - Theta Sigma Chapter Sigma Chi
Volunteer MBC Announces Host Urz Heer, Nominees and Entertainers of the 2021 Virtual V-Oscars
Maritime Ontario presents this year's Virtual V-Oscars, Peel Region's Volunteer Recognition Awards by Volunteer MBC, hosted by UN Women Canadian Delegate, TV host, peace and human rights activist Urz Heer. - June 07, 2021 - Volunteer MBC
Leading Southport Estate Agent, Curlett Jones Assists in Making Sure Your Property is Getting Enough Viewings
Advice and tips from a leading Southport Estate Agent, on how to create more interest in your property and attract potential buyers. - June 05, 2021 - Curlett Jones Estates
Meals On Wheels Needs Volunteers to Help Deliver Food Packs for Hurricane Season on June 12
Tampa Bay Network to End Hunger (TBNEH), a tri-county leader in hunger relief, research and program development, will deliver hurricane food packs on Saturday, June 12, to all Meals On Wheels St. Petersburg (MOWSP) and Meals On Wheels for Kids (MOW4Kids) recipients in preparation for this... - June 05, 2021 - Tampa Bay Network to End Hunger
FLJC Joins Florida Rights Restoration Coalition’s #FreeTheVote Bus Tour in Miami
Legal aid organization will provide driver license and rights restoration services on June 11, 12, and 13 in Brownsville, West Perrine, and Allapattah neighborhoods of Miami. - June 05, 2021 - Florida Justice Center
Launch of the LSCCH and LCCH Virtual Therapy Centre in UK, Malaysia and Singapore; A Unique Form of Therapy
The LSCCH Therapy Centre will provide mental healthcare support using clinical hypnotherapy and related psychotherapy. It offers affordable therapy to people that have mental health issues following the pandemic and creates opportunities for therapist to treat patients online. COVID-19 has affected mental health globally, especially the immediate reaction to the crisis when people struggle to cope with the impact of the pandemic long-term. - June 05, 2021 - London School of Clinical Communication and Hypnosis