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South Carolina, Texas Motorcyclists Ride for Kids with Brain Tumors
Ride for Kids motorcyclists in South Carolina and Texas raised more than $152,000 for the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation on Oct. 12. More than 500 riders attended the events in Lexington and Fort Worth to honor the Stars, local children with brain tumors: Anna, Ashley, Aynsley, Benjamin,... - October 15, 2014 - Ride for Kids
National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship Names 2014 Entrepreneurial College and Entrepreneurial President at 12th Annual Conference
Today at its 12th Annual Conference, the National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship today named Long Beach Community College District as its 2014 Entrepreneurial College and Shari Olson of South Mountain Community College in Phoenix as its 2014 Entrepreneurial President. - October 15, 2014 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship Honors Student Entrepreneurs at 12th Annual Conference
Five outstanding student entrepreneurs are being honored at the 12th Annual Conference of the National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship, being held this week in Phoenix, Arizona. - October 14, 2014 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship Honors Three Community College Alumni for Their Entrepreneurial Achievements
Community college alumni from Florida, Texas and Wisconsin are being honored for outstanding entrepreneurial achievements at the 12th Annual Conference of the National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship, underway this week in Phoenix, Arizona. - October 14, 2014 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship Names 2014 Intuit Impact Award Winners
Two Florida educators honored for work in entrepreneurship education and support at the 12th Annual Conference of the National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship, underway this week in Phoenix, Arizona. - October 14, 2014 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
MaleSurvivor Statement in Response to Sayreville, NJ Football Abuse Scandal
MaleSurvivor Executive Director Christopher M. Anderson releases statement in support of the survivors in Sayreville; statistics for male sexual victimization; resources available for survivors and their families. Contact information for media included. - October 14, 2014 - MaleSurvivor: National Organization against Male Sexual Victimization
LESC Announces Its Third Permanent Supportive Congregate Housing Initiative
Lower Eastside Service Center (LESC), Inc. announced today the Grand Opening of Franklin Avenue Residence, its third permanent supportive congregate housing initiative in New York City. The newly constructed apartment building will provide eligible New Yorkers with affordable, permanent housing... - October 12, 2014 - Lower Eastside Service Center
Pure Brandz Reveals Four New Colours for 2015
Pure Brandz, a leading manufacturer of premium quality outerwear that is 100% waterproof, 100% windproof, 100% recyclable, and offers optimal breathability in the most demanding weather conditions, today proudly announced the release of its 2015 range of Pure Snow and Pure Mountain Jackets and Pants with four new colours and RECCO reflectors joining the line-up. - October 12, 2014 - Pure Brandz
7,000th Food Pantry Joins AmpleHarvest.org
One out of every five food pantries in America can now receive fresh food from a local grower because of the growing AmpleHarvest.org network. - October 11, 2014 - AmpleHarvest.org
Holocaust Memorial Center to Host Genocide Exhibit Dedication and Presentation, Oct. 12
World Without Genocide Executive Director Dr. Ellen Kennedy is featured speaker for the event. - October 11, 2014 - Holocaust Memorial Center Zekelman Family Campus
Drug-Free South Honors the Red Ribbon
To protect youth from the disastrous effects of abusing drugs, the Drug-Free South team is bringing the truth directly to students and the community in honor of Red Ribbon Week. - October 11, 2014 - Drug Free South
Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville Displays Fine Art by Stephen Hackley
Artwork by Stephen Hackley will be on display at the Nashville Church of Scientology during November and early December. - October 11, 2014 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
NAWBO Phoenix Strategic Connections Expo, Monthly Meeting is Nov. 12
Attendees for the Nov. 12 NAWBO luncheon can visit vendor tables and make connections through facilitated networking. - October 11, 2014 - NAWBO Phoenix
Community Leaders to be Recognized at 17th Annual HELP Dinner
CUMAC’s annual HELP Dinner will be held at The Tides in North Haledon, NJ on Tuesday, November 18. The event, celebrating its seventeenth year, honors outstanding individuals and groups contributing to the fight against hunger in New Jersey. CUMAC anticipates having over 200 guests coming... - October 11, 2014 - CUMAC
Anica Vacation Rentals, Redefining the Way We Travel
Two young Mexican entrepreneurs are trying to redefine the way we take vacations. - October 11, 2014 - Anica Ecostay
R20 in Paris: Climate-KIC CEO Calls on Climate Change Leaders to Focus Their Efforts on Creating Sustainable Cities
At the R20 World Summit of Regions for Climate in Paris on 10-11 October, CEO Bertrand van Ee of the EU's main climate innovation initiative Climate-KIC will call for more cross-sector initiatives to enable integrated climate change innovation focused on meeting the environmental challenges faced by our urban areas. - October 10, 2014 - Climate-KIC
Sylvia J. Cocca Selected as Strathmore’s Who’s Who 2014 Round Table Honoree
Sylvia J. Cocca, of Wynantskill, New York, has been selected by Strathmore’s Who’s Who as a member of the 2014 Round Table. This honor has been bestowed in recognition of her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Education. - October 10, 2014 - Strathmore Who's Who
GEF Institute Offers Sustainability Courses and Certificates for Corporations and Higher Education Institutions
Custom sustainability education courses and certificates aimed at corporate workforce development in sustainability. - October 10, 2014 - Green Education Foundation (GEF)
The GfK Group Partners with Charlotte American Marketing Association
The Charlotte Chapter of the American Marketing Association is proud to announce the addition of their newest partner, GfK Group, who will serve as official partner of a monthly Charlotte AMA event series, AMA’s regional chapter’s retreat, and an annual signature event. As part of this... - October 10, 2014 - Charlotte American Marketing Association
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Albert C. Hanna with Special Homepage Feature
Albert C. Hanna, of Chicago, Illinois, was recently recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Real Estate Finance, Mortgage Banking, and Litigation. In honor of his accomplishments and professionalism, Mr. Hanna‘s image was projected over Times Square, New York on August 15th 2014. This Times Square image of Mr. Hanna will be permanently displayed on the Strathmore’s Who’s Who homepage. - October 09, 2014 - Strathmore Who's Who
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Susie Marchini with Special Times Square Appearance
Susie Marchini, of South Lake Tahoe, California, has recently been recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Publishing. In honor of her accomplishments and professionalism, Ms. Marchini‘s image will be projected over Times Square, New York, on October 15th, 2014. - October 09, 2014 - Strathmore Who's Who
B&Bs Thank Veterans and Offer Free Stays or Discounts on 2014 Veteran’s Day for 6th Year Running
Bed and Breakfasts in US and Canada are offering free stays or discounts to Vets and Active Military for Veteran's Day. - October 09, 2014 - Professional Association of Innkeepers International
ACG and VeoMed Offer Live Webcast of the ACG 2014 Practice Management Course, Friday, October 17th
Live Broadcast of American College of Gastroenterology’s Practice Management Course - Understanding and Embracing Change to Improve Your Practice for CME Credit (October 17, 2014). - October 09, 2014 - VeoMed LLC
Juan Francisco Gutierrez-Mazorra Honored by Strathmore’s Who’s Who
Juan Francisco Gutierrez-Mazorra, of Birmingham, Alabama, was recently recognized as Strathmore’s Who’s Who Biography of the Month for August, 2014 for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Healthcare. - October 08, 2014 - Strathmore Who's Who
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Max L. Manning as Professional of the Year
Max L. Manning, of Topeka, Kansas, has recently been recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore’s Who’s Who for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Humanitarian and Missionary Services. - October 08, 2014 - Strathmore Who's Who
New Honorees Announced for Breathe LA’s 2014 Breath of Life™ Awards
Psomas and CH2MHILL Named as Honorees to Celebrate Clean Air and Healthy Lung Initiatives in Los Angeles. The Breath of Life™ Awards Gala will be held Thursday, November 20, 2014 at 6pm at the Westin Bonaventure Hotel in downtown Los Angeles. The Breath of Life™ Awards Gala is a prestigious annual event recognizing individuals, corporations and civic leaders for their successful leadership in supporting clean air and healthy lungs. - October 08, 2014 - Breathe California of Los Angeles
69th Jack Frost Bazaar is One Way to Simplify the Holidays at Niantic Community Church
The holiday season has always had a bad reputation for sucking up time, money and even joy, creating a stressed out, consumer driven Christmas, that is not particularly ecologically friendly. But the holidays don’t have to be that way. Niantic Community Church will hold its 69th Annual Jack Frost Bazaar on Saturday, November 8th from 9a.m.-2 p.m.. It is not only a holiday tradition but appeals to those who are looking to simplify their holidays by being mindful of how they spend their resources. - October 08, 2014 - Niantic Community Church
USAF Police Alumni Association Launches Virtual Museum and Memorial
On October 8, 2014, the USAF Police Alumni Association USAFPAA will officially launch. The USAFPAA will protect and preserve the history and heritage of the largest U.S. Air Force career field with an online Virtual Museum and Memorial serving as a historical account of all those who served within the Air Police, Security Police and Security Forces field and as a way to memorialize those who paid the ultimate sacrifice in defense of the United States of America. - October 08, 2014 - USAF Police Alumni Association inc.
Shine the Light on Domestic Violence Event
DVAM - domestic violence awareness month- is upon us and events are happening across the country to give recognition to victims of domestic violence and the families it impacts. Love Shouldnt Hurt.TV will be hosting an event at Howdy's Concert Venue Friday October 10th from 5-10pm. - October 08, 2014 - Love Shouldnt Hurt.TV
Northern California Motorcyclists Top $69,000 for the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation
Northern California Motorcyclists Top $69,000 for the PBTF. - October 08, 2014 - Ride for Kids
5th Annual Wine for a Cure, a Benefit for Cystic Fibrosis Research, Inc.
Wines poured by Livermore Valley’s finest Vintners, including Steven Kent, La Rochelle, McGrail, Bodegas Aguirre, Garre, and Napa’s De Fina Family Cellars. Honoring the Caregiver of the Year: Dr. Carlos Milla, Director of the Pediatric Cystic Fibrosis Center, Lucile Packard Children's Hospital at Stanford. Gourmet Food by On the Vine. Live and Silent Auctions. Live Music by Chris LeBel. - October 08, 2014 - Cystic Fibrosis Research, Inc.
NAPW Boston Chapter Leadership Event on Emotional and Competitive Intelligence Hosts at Simmons College
Keynote Speakers: Dr. Priscilla H. Douglas and Marla M. Capozzi - October 08, 2014 - National Association for Professional Women
Eliminate Internet Censorship with the OpenTellus Code
The OpenTellus project is operated outside the reach of censorship authorities and allows people within these controlled areas to practice freedom of speech and to make up their own mind about what is right or wrong. - October 07, 2014 - OpenTellus
Funding Granted for Molestation Prevention
ReInventing The Cycle has been granted $40,000 from the Honor Project to distribute Project S.T.O.P. (Stop The Oppressive Predator) molestation prevention program to 240 elementary schools throughout Ohio. - October 07, 2014 - RITC
Climate-KIC Launches New Online CO2 Meter to Indicate Carbon Emissions Threat Level
A new online meter combines a live data feed drawing on European data, updated regularly to show the precise level of CO2 in the earth’s atmosphere today, and comparison tools to show how CO2 levels have changed over time. - October 06, 2014 - Climate-KIC
Report Says Microbial Source Tracking is Important in Addressing Fecal Pollution
Microbial Source Tracking techniques play an important role in solving fecal contamination in water bodies, according to a technical report prepared by a committee of stormwater experts. - October 06, 2014 - Source Molecular Corporation
Shelter Hope Pet Shop Commemorating Over 1000 Lives Saved
Over a Thousand Dogs Adopted. Shelter Hope Pet Shop at Janss Marketplace Celebrates 3-Year Anniversary with Calendar Release. Volunteers go naked to bring awareness to animal adoption. - October 06, 2014 - Shelter Hope Pet Shop
Conservation Design Forum Celebrates 20th Anniversary as a Leader in the Sustainable Environment Field
Designers of the world-renown Chicago City Hall Green Roof celebrate the firm's 20 years of pioneering design and engineering. - October 05, 2014 - Conservation Design Forum
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Richard Hawkes with Special Times Square Appearance
Richard Hawkes, of Mendham, New Jersey, has recently been recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Management Consulting. In honor of his accomplishments and professionalism, Mr. Hawke‘s image will be projected over Times Square, New York, on October 10, 2014. - October 04, 2014 - Strathmore Who's Who
Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville Has Mission to Help Artists
The Church of Scientology has been offering a service to artists in Nashville since it opened its doors in 2009, bringing in successful musicians, actors and visual artists to present helpful guidance and tips to anyone interested in entering those industries. - October 04, 2014 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Wake Education Partnership to Host Stars of Education Event, Induct Second Hall of Fame Honorees
Local partnership will honor and celebrate notable educators, business and community leaders involved with WCPSS at inaugural gathering. - October 04, 2014 - Wake Education
Northern Virginia's First Net Positive Energy Home Earns Cold, Hard Cash on Electric Bill
Net Positive Energy Residence Earned Net Income in the Coldest, Snowiest Season in Decades - October 03, 2014 - NOVA e+ Home
Julio Garcia, M.D. Recognized by National Alliance of Male Executives-N.A.M.E.
Julio Garcia, M.D. of Las Vegas, Nevada has been recognized by the National Alliance of Male Executives-N.A.M.E. for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of healthcare. About Julio Garcia, M.D. Dr. Garcia has 26 years experience in the healthcare field. He is a self-employed... - October 03, 2014 - N.A.M.E.
Freedom Ride Through Pilots n Paws
Hundreds of animals saved from high kill shelters through the joint efforts of Pilots n Paws and volunteer animal rescue groups. - October 03, 2014 - Justin Bartlett Animal Rescue
Largest Annual Event for New Homes in the Triangle Begins Saturday
Triangle Parade of Homes runs the first three weekends in October and will feature over 250 new homes on the tour. - October 03, 2014 - Home Builders Association of Raleigh-Wake Co.
Tim Timmerman Named BSA's 2014 Distinguished Citizen
Tim Timmerman, Chairman of the Lower Colorado River Authority Board of Directors, has been named recipient of the 2014 Distinguished Citizen Award by the Capitol Area Council, Boy Scouts of America, in Central Texas. - October 03, 2014 - Capitol Area Council, Boy Scouts of America
In Her Latest Interview, Author and Domestic Violence Survivor, Rebecca Leo, Discusses Her Memoir-Based Novel, "The Flaws That Bind"
As part of National Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM), author and domestic violence survivor, Rebecca Leo, sits down for an interview with Chloé McFeters, director and producer of the domestic violence documentary You Look a Lot Like Me (www.youlookalotlikeme.com) to discuss her latest book, a memoir-based novel titled "The Flaws That Bind." - October 03, 2014 - Tortoise and Finch Productions, LLC
Human Rights Day Celebration in Tennessee Set for December 10
The planning has begun for the Tennessee celebration of International Human Rights Day in December. - October 03, 2014 - United for Human Rights
Vistage Michigan Selects Two for 2014 Soaring Eagle Award
Group for chief executives in Michigan honors WorkForce Software’s Kevin Choksi and National Food Group’s Sean Zecman with top award. - October 03, 2014 - Vistage Michigan
Climate-KIC Start-Ups Raise €59 Million in External Funding
Investment highlights increased trend for investor engagement in a more diverse range of "Cleantech 2.0" technologies; 45 start-ups are latest success stories of Climate-KIC’s unique Accelerator; now supporting over 120 cleantech start-ups in Europe every year; Climate-KIC’s 2014 Venture Competition later in October will recognise the rising stars of European cleantech. - October 02, 2014 - Climate-KIC