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Pet Care Trust Names New President
Brent Weinmann, CEO of Vitakraft Sunseed, Inc. has been selected to take over as President of The Pet Care Trust after Lew Sutton steps down after 9 years of service. - November 17, 2011 - Pet Care Trust
Hotel De L'Opera is Unveiled in the Heart of Hanoi
The proximity to Hanoi’s theatrical landmark induces a hotel with an operatic glamour in the heart of this ancient city. - November 17, 2011 - Accor
Jonathan A. Karen, Partner, Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP to Speak at KC’s The Capital Overhang Issue in Private Equity Funds Explored Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Jonathan A. Karen, Partner, Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “The Capital Overhang... - November 17, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP Named Sponsor at Knowledge Congress' Event “The Capital Overhang Issue in Private Equity Funds Explored Live Webcast,” on 01/25/12
Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP, a widely-renowned international law firm, teams up with The Knowledge Group for KC’s upcoming webcast entitled “The Capital Overhang Issue in Private Equity Funds Explored.” This two-hour event will be held on Wednesday, January 25, 2012 at... - November 17, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Kelley Drye & Warren LLP Named Sponsor at Social Media for Business: Boon or Bane? Live Webcast
Kelley Drye & Warren LLP named sponsor at “Social Media for Business: Boon or Bane? Live Webcast,” scheduled on December 6, 2011 from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM ET. - November 17, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Handyman Services Business in Quincy, MA, Hires SEO Pros to Reach Local Property Owners
Thompson & Sons Enterprises, a local handyman providing junk hauling and landscaping service in Quincy, MA, and surrounding towns, recently teamed up with Prospect Genius, a leader in local online advertising. - November 17, 2011 - Thompson & Sons Enterprises
NFCA Receives FDA Grant for Gluten in Medications Research
Food and Drug Administration (FDA) award to fund landmark study conducted by the National Foundation for Celiac Awareness (NFCA). - November 16, 2011 - National Foundation for Celiac Awareness
President Obama Beats Oprah 2-1 as the Person Holiday Travelers Would Most Like to Run Into
AutoSlash.com Reports Findings from Their First Annual Consumer Holiday Travel Survey - November 16, 2011 - AutoSlash.com
Small Businesses Leverage Visual Media to a Big Advantage with MarcyD.esign
You don't have to be big business to make a big impression! - November 16, 2011 - MarcyD.esign Creative Services & Photography
Definitive Homecare Solutions Launches CPR+ Customer Portal
New Customer Portal Provides Information and Insight - November 16, 2011 - Definitive Homecare Solutions
Coastal Democratic Club Meeting and Forum on Hydro Fracking and the Effects on the Environment Program
The Coastal Democratic Club(formerly The Greater Township of Ocean Democratic Club) serving Ocean, Allenhurst, Interlaken Loch Arbour and Tinton Falls is presenting a seminar on the topic of Hydro Fracking. The program will be presented after a short business meeting at 7:30 PM on Thursday,... - November 16, 2011 - Coastal Monmouth Democratic Club
North Lake Tahoe Luxury Home Sales and Prices Climb Again in Third Quarter, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Reports
Luxury home sales and the median sale price in the North Lake Tahoe and Truckee area climbed once again in the third quarter of 2011 from the previous three months, according to Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, Northern California’s leading luxury real estate services company. A total... - November 16, 2011 - Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
46th Annual Holiday Parade of Lights at Channel Islands Harbor
Channel Islands Harbor kicks off the holidays with its 46th annual holiday Parade of Lights 10 a.m. – 8 p.m., Dec. 10, with the parade beginning at 7 p.m. This year’s theme: Tropical Holidays. Everyone is invited to enjoy a full day of holiday activities and watch festively decorated boats in the parade. - November 16, 2011 - Channel Islands Harbor
Explura.com Announces Lucky Draw in the Exhibition the 2nd Malaysia’s Online Fashion Entrepreneurs’ Weekend (2011), MOFEW 2011
Explura.com has announced the winners of the lucky draw at The 2nd Malaysia’s Online Fashion Entrepreneurs’ Weekend 2011. The winners were drawn during the exhibition which was held on, 11th to 13th November 2011. The 3 winners received each a 2-nite stay in a 5 Star Hotel in Kuala... - November 16, 2011 - Explura Dot My Sdn Bhd
New Skincare Startup Offers Organic Products Helping with Skin Conditions
San Jose, California-based company offers hand-made skincare products providing relief to skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis. - November 16, 2011 - Botanolution, LLC
The IMC Club, Its President and Board Members Are Deeply Concerned by the FAA’s Unfortunate Decision to Implement Action That May Impact Lives of Many Pilots
At the meeting on November 14th, 2011 the Board of Directors of the IMC Club International, Inc. issued the following statement: “IMC Club International Inc. strongly opposes the FAA's announcement that it will begin charging for NOS chart downloads that were previously free. The new policy... - November 16, 2011 - IMCClubs.org
ASmallCircle.net – Social Networking for the Affluent Caribbean
A Small Circle - A network for business executives and high profile professionals of the Caribbean, promises its users absolute privacy and endeavors to connect the Caribbean’s most influential individuals has just been launched. - November 16, 2011 - A Small Circle
New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome to Feature Sparkee the Mascot at New Jersey Walks for TS Event
Walk set to take place Saturday, Nov. 19, at Borough Park in Mendham, N.J. - November 16, 2011 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome Rolls Out Second Blog in a Week
Center's latest venture, Teens4TS, a blog for teenagers with TS by teenagers with TS, comes on the heels of last week's successful launch of TSParentsOnline. - November 16, 2011 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Those Saving Through Direct Deposit Are Bucking Trend and Saving More According to SWACHA Survey
While savings rates in the U.S. recently hit their lowest point since 2007, with the average U.S. household saving only 3.6 percent of their income in September according to recent figures released by the Department of Commerce, a new survey from Dallas-based SWACHA, one of the largest... - November 16, 2011 - SWACHA
Houston Housing Authority Raised $8 Million from Auctioning Its Scattered Sites Properties
The Houston Housing Authority (“HHA”) successfully sold its scattered site portfolio by auction on Saturday, November 12th. The auction of the Agency’s 171 scattered homes and 3 lots raised almost $8 million that the Housing Authority will use to invest in multi-family affordable... - November 16, 2011 - Houston Housing Authority
San Francisco Luxury Home Sales Flat in Third Quarter, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Reports
Luxury home sales in San Francisco were flat in the third quarter of this year from 2010 while the median sale price dipped year over year, according to a new market report by Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, the region’s leading provider of luxury real estate services. A total of 52... - November 16, 2011 - Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
Margaret Atwood Heads San Miguel Literary Sala's International Writers’ Conference
The strikingly beautiful historic town of San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, long a Mecca for writers and artists and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is the setting for a four-day Writers’ Conference and Literary Festival, February 16 to 19, 2012, a bilingual event for writers and readers. Optional... - November 16, 2011 - San Miguel Literary Sala
The Public Adjusters Warn of Space Heater Fires
The Public Adjusters, a Tampa, Florida based public insurance adjuster firm advises home owners to remember the importance of fire safety during winter months, and how to avoid common fire hazards during the upcoming cold season. As property owners nationwide prepare to face their share of cold... - November 16, 2011 - The Public Adjusters
Pets for Patriots Offers New Ways to Connect Veterans with Last-Chance Pets
Not-for-profit marks anniversary with new site and tools to help veterans give shelter pets a second chance at life. - November 16, 2011 - Pets for Patriots, Inc.
Full Moon Party Thailand Tours Set for 2012
With the number of people frequenting Full Moon Parties in Thailand on a steep rise, Australian-based tour operator, Thirsty Swagman (http://www.asiapubtour.com), gives some tips and advice for those travelling to Koh Phangan’s renowned beaches. - November 16, 2011 - Thirsty Swagman Pty Ltd
Asma Roohi Shah Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Publication
Asma Roohi Shah, of Ellicott City, Maryland, has recently been included in Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for her outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Pharmaceuticals. About Asma Roohi Shah Asma Roohi Shah is the Managing Director at The Medicine Shoppe in Ellicott... - November 16, 2011 - Strathmore Who's Who
Arthur D. Little Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Publication
Arthur D. Little, of Effingham, New Hampshire, has recently been recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for his outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Consulting. About Arthur D. Little Arthur D. Little is the Owner and Consultant for A&J Acquisition, a sub... - November 16, 2011 - Strathmore Who's Who
Ajita Perera Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Publication
Ajita Perera, of Shrewsbury, Massachusetts, has recently been recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for her outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Marketing. About Ajita Perera Ajita Perera is responsible for all marketing activities at the state-chartered... - November 16, 2011 - Strathmore Who's Who
Longevity Wellness Resort Monchique, Algarve, Portugal, Earns Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence
Longevity Wellness Resort Monchique Honored as a Highly Rated Hotel as Reviewed by Travelers on the World’s Largest Travel Site - November 16, 2011 - Longevity Wellness Resort Monchique
NWP Names Carrie Henderson President, New Officers
Nevada Women’s Philanthropy (NWP) has named Carrie Henderson president, Nazanin Ford vice president, Kelly Petersen treasurer and Tami Hance secretary. Henderson established BEST Agency and serves as the company’s president. She is a founding member of NWP which was created in 2006. She has chaired the education and membership committees and served on the grant screening committee for the past two years. She was NWP vice president for the 2011 grant cycle. - November 16, 2011 - Nevada Women's Philanthropy
Issa Trust Foundation Sponsors Paediatric Nursing Education Programme
The Issa Trust Foundation in collaboration with the North East Regional Health Authority continues to make monumental strides in paediatric health care in northeast Jamaica. - November 16, 2011 - Issa Trust Foundation
Home Staging Professional Wins Regional Design Award
Master Home Stager Joan Inglis has won her seventh award in the past 12 months. - November 16, 2011 - Carolina Spaces, LLC
2011 Best of the Lake Design Competition Winners Announced
Lake Norman Home Builders Association recently held its annual design competition highlighting the best construction and design projects submitted by builder and associate members. - November 16, 2011 - Lake Norman Home Builders Association
ISPreview Study Finds UK Consumers Interested in Broadband IPTV Services
A new survey conducted with 590 UK readers of the independent consumer Internet Service Provider (ISP) information website, ISPreview.co.uk, has claimed that 57% are "interested" in next year's launch of broadband IPTV (internet based tv) services in the country but only if their price and content are competitive. - November 16, 2011 - ISPreview.co.uk
Luxury Travel Vietnam Ltd to Offer a Number of Unique Tours with Pounds Prices to UK Travelers
Luxury Travel Ltd to launch new website that offers discount, waves transaction free, and provides free Vietnamese visa for UK vacationers traveling to Vietnam. - November 16, 2011 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Luxury Travel Vietnam is Proud to Support Responsible Travel
Luxury Travel Vietnam is Proud to Support Responsible Travel Day at WTM London 2011 - November 16, 2011 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Mixed Martial Arts Conditioning Association Launches Affiliate Sales and Partnership Program - Program is Free to Join and Offers Increasing Rewards
The Mixed Martial Arts Conditioning Association (MMACA) now offers a lucrative affiliate program for partners. Partners earn money based on every sale made. - November 15, 2011 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
Updated Heart Rate Performance Specialist Certification Helps Fitness Trainers, Coaches and Athletes Train Smarter Not Harder
The Heart Rate Performance Specialist certification offered by NESTA utilizes heart rate training for athletic success and better feedback. The self-paced online program offers scientific information on traking athletic progress. - November 15, 2011 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
Road America Parent Company MAPFRE ASISTENCIA Elected Best Travel Insurance Company 2011 by the International Magazine Travel Insurance Journal
Road America’s parent company, MAPFRE ASISTENCIA, has received the Best Travel Insurance Company 2011 Award by the international magazine Travel Insurance Journal (ITIJ). This award, one of the most prestigious in the sector, was presented in Lisbon to Mr. Rafael Senén, Chairman of... - November 15, 2011 - Road America
Explura Dot My Sdn Bhd Announces the Launch of New Asian-Based Travel Portal
Explura has launched a new website to create a one-stop-solution for the Asian travel market. - November 15, 2011 - Explura Dot My Sdn Bhd
Lois J. de Vries Heads International Sustainability Task Force
Garden lifestyle speaker and coach Lois J. de Vries was recently appointed chair of the Garden Writers of America's Sustainability Task Force. GWA, headquartered in Manassas, Virginia, has 1,800 members worldwide including book authors, staff editors, syndicated columnists, free-lance writers, photographers, landscape designers, television and radio personalities, extension service agents, breeders, growers, and other gardening professionals. - November 15, 2011 - Lois J. de Vries
AmpleHarvest.org Announces "Centerpieces for Pantries" Initiative
Nationwide hunger/nutrition initiative recommends replacing Thanksgiving table floral centerpieces with edible arrangements to be donated to a local food pantry the next day. - November 15, 2011 - AmpleHarvest.org
Women of Color Arts & Film Festival (WOCAF) Announce Its 7th Annual Festival
Women of Color Arts & Film Festival (WOCAF) Announce Its 7th Annual Festival to Take Place on March 15-18, 2012 in Atlanta, Ga. - November 15, 2011 - WOCAF Festival
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled The Capital Overhang Issue in Private Equity Funds Explored Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, announced today that it has scheduled a live webcast entitled “The Capital Overhang Issue in Private Equity Funds Explored.” This two-hour event is scheduled on... - November 15, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
David DiManna, Office Managing Partner, Plante Moran, PLLC to Speak at KC’s Tax Document Automation Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that David DiManna, Office Managing Partner, Plante Moran, PLLC will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Tax Document... - November 15, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
2012 Olympics Evangelistic Outreach Team Being Formed
HGIM is now accepting applications to join the mission outreach team to the 2012 Summer Olympics. - November 15, 2011 - Heart of God International Ministries
Operation Kidsafe Digital Fingerprinting Event
Operation Kidsafe is coming to Vancouver for 3 weekends of Free child safety events. The Vancouver Police Department will be at the event with safety information for parents. Police contact: Constable Lindsey Houghton 604-717-2680 or Constable Andrew Pang. One of the Operation KidSafe digital... - November 15, 2011 - Operation Kidsafe
Clinicial Trial Success Brings Researchers Closer to a Cure for Blindness
Gene Therapy Restored Sight to Patients with Leber's Congenital Amaurosis. - November 14, 2011 - Macula Vision Research Foundation
Tween Publishing’ s College Readiness Series Puts Middle School Students on the Path to College
Tween Publishing provides innovative and engaging curriculum teaching middle school students essential college readiness skills. Tween is leading the way with The Middle School Student Guide to...®series. Tween recently rolled out the second program in its three-part series: The Middle School Student’s Guide to College. - November 14, 2011 - Tween Publishing