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Humanity First Deploys First Responders to Haiti
Since the earthquake that hit Haiti on Tuesday 12th January, estimates suggest that over 50,000 people have died, and the Interior Minister, Paul Antoine Bien-Aime is even suggesting as many as 200,000 deaths. Over 3 million people are affected, many living on the streets for fear of other... - January 18, 2010 - Humanity First
Solar-Vacation Campaign Promising to Homeowners Looking for Solar Electric Solution
Potero Launches Solar-Vacation.com to Celebrate Connection Between Homeowners Looking to Purchase Solar Electric System and Claiming Their Solar-Vacation. - January 17, 2010 - Potero Solar
Audubon Lifestyles Has Launched Its Sustainable Golf Facility Program
Audubon Lifestyles, a non-profit sustainability focused education organization, has completed development of a program geared towards assisting those seeking to become models of sustainability at their golf facilities. - January 17, 2010 - ISC-Audubon
100th Survey of Small Business Finds 7 Out of 10 Firms Seeking Face to Face Advice
'Trust' a major issue during economic crisis. - January 16, 2010 - ACCA
ACCA Accountants Reveal Steps to Recovery for Next Decade
Nine principles must be followed to reach financial stability in the next decade. - January 16, 2010 - ACCA
ILVAC Group to Hold Virtual Assistant Event
ILVAC (Illinois Virtual Assistants Connection) is hosting their first networking and educational conference in Rosemont, IL April 9-10th, 2009 at the Crowne Plaza, Rosemont, IL. - January 16, 2010 - Illinois Virtual Assistant Connection
Governor Proclaims Crime Stoppers Month in Its Fourth Decade
Minnesota Governor Tim Pawlenty has issued a proclamation declaring January to be Crime Stoppers of Minnesota Recognition Month. This non profit organization has been a useful tool in the fight against crime for law enforcement agencies across the State of Minnesota. It offers the unique ability to be separate and independent of law enforcement and a place for members of the public to come forward with information about crimes while they stay anonymous and potentially earn a reward. - January 16, 2010 - Crime Stoppers of Minnesota
EcoFair360 Celebrates the Greener Life at the Walworth County Fairgrounds July 16-18, 2010
The Walworth County Fairgrounds in Elkhorn, WI will host a three-day festival and exhibition featuring all things green beginning Friday, July 16, 2010, and running through Sunday, July 18. The festival, which is expected to bring together hundreds of exhibitors and presenters, as well as thousands of attendees looking to learn more about green energy, sustainable building, wise use practices and the green lifestyle, is being presented by the Eco-Vision Sustainable Learning Center. - January 16, 2010 - Eco-Vision Sustainable Learning Center
CED STREAK Showcase Finale Highlights Four of Area’s Top Tech, Life Sciences Startup Companies
CED, formerly the Council for Entrepreneurial Development (www.cednc.org), a private, nonprofit organization that promotes entrepreneurial efforts in the Triangle region of North Carolina, has announced that it will host the final STREAK showcase of the program’s season Thursday, Jan. 28 from... - January 16, 2010 - CED
Hoosier Trails Council CEO Announces Retirement
CEO Randy Brown announces retirement after 22 years at the Hoosier Trails Boy Scout Council. There will be a retirement party at Seasons Lodge in Nashville, Ind., to celebrate his accomplishments. - January 16, 2010 - Hoosier Trails Council, Boy Scouts of America
Ann Huang from Duquesne University Receives Autism Speaks $25,000 Family Services Community Grant
Improving Quality of Life through Person-Centered Planning: A University Based Transition Program for Young Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders - January 16, 2010 - Autism Speaks, Pennsylvania
BPSOS Joins Asian American and Pacific Islander Communities in Calling for Comprehensive Immigration
BPSOS, a national Vietnamese American community organization, announced today that it will participate in the National Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Week of Action in order to call on Congress to pass comprehensive immigration reform. - January 16, 2010 - BPSOS
SIP Forum Elects New Chairman of the Board of Directors and Board Members; Retains Managing Director
Richard Shockey named new Board Chairman; Eric Burger re-elected and named Chairman Emeritus; Alan Johnston rejoins Board; Marc Robins continues as Managing Director. - January 15, 2010 - SIP Forum
Retired Basketball Coach Dave Odom to Kick Off 2010 Breakfast Series for Business Clubs of the Triangle
Former Wake Forest & South Carolina Basketball Coach to Share Insights at January 22 Program. - January 15, 2010 - Business Clubs of the Triangle
California Against Slavery Drafts Ballot Initiative to Strengthen Human Trafficking Laws
The non-profit group aims to collect one million signatures between Jan. 25, 2010, and March 31, 2010, to place the initiative on the November 2010 ballot. - January 15, 2010 - California Against Slavery
The Institute for Church Safety and Risk Management (ICSARM) Appoints Financial Expert to Advisory Board
The Institute for Church Safety and Risk Management, LLC (ICSARM) is pleased to announce that Chester L. (Chet) Reid has agreed to serve on the ICSARM Advisory Board effective immediately. - January 15, 2010 - Institute for Church Safety & Risk Management
Kim Brown, IHS Named to CSIA Board
Kim Brown, Vice President Information Technology, IHS is named to the CSIA, Board of Directors - January 15, 2010 - CSIA, Colorado's Technology Association
Institute for Church Safety and Risk Management Considers New Designation – “Certificate in Church Risk Management”
The Institute for Church Safety and Risk Management is considering the creation of a "Church Risk Management" designation and needs assistance in completing a brief on-line survey. - January 15, 2010 - Institute for Church Safety & Risk Management
God’s Green America Honors African Leaders
God’s Green Africa, a division of God’s Green America, announced today a call for nominations for its “Change Africa, Change the World” Leadership Awards. Winners will be announced in October 2010 and championed in a book, “Change Africa, Change the World”... - January 15, 2010 - God's Green America
Why Is Your Screen Green? Greenscroll Just Teamed Up with Carbonfund.org.
Greenscroll and Carbonfund.org have decided to join forces in working together to make sure the power used to run the Internet is clean, green, and renewable. - January 14, 2010 - Greenscroll
Kathy Martinez to Appear at Enable America Disability Employment Forum
Enable America is a non-profit organization devoted to improving employment opportunities for people with disabilities. At this year's annual forum the U.S. Assistant Secretary of Labor, Kathy Martinez, will appear and speak. - January 14, 2010 - Enable America
Follow the IAPAM's Jeff Russell on His hCG Weight Loss Diet
The Executive Director of the IAPAM (http://www.iapam.com) announced he will be undertaking a new year's resolution to lose weight. Jeff Russell invites all physicians and patients interested in observing the results of his medically supervised hCG program and diet, to follow his journey on his blog at http://www.aestheticmedicinenews.com/follow-jeffs-hcg-weight-loss.htm. - January 14, 2010 - International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine
Ameriprise Financial Awards $15,000 Grant to National Multiple Sclerosis Society
Grant will support programs and services for people with MS and research for a cure. - January 14, 2010 - National MS Society, Southern California Chapter
Parkdale Baptist Church Installs New Pastor
Installation of New Pastor at Parkdale Baptist Church. - January 14, 2010 - Parkdale Baptist Church
HSBCAMPS and HSBCARES Partner with Non-Profit HOOPS 4 HOPE to Further Empower Youth in Disadvantaged Communities
HSBCAMPS Staff Join in the Fundraising Effort, Prepare for a Trip to South Africa in Summer 2010. - January 14, 2010 - HSBCAMPS
Double Edge Sword Records Announce New Project for 2010
After a feature on the Holy Hip Hop Volume 5 and the praise worthy album release “We Live Praise” JayMay returns from a two year hiatus just as the frost settles for “The Winter Classics EP”. This six song recording captivates energy and passion that demand the attention of... - January 14, 2010 - Double Edge Sword Records
Oregon Chiropractic Association 2010 Winter Convention Features "All-Star" Line Up of Presenters
The Portland-based Oregon Chiropractic Association’s (OCA’s) 2010 Winter Convention will take place Feb. 19 – 21 in Portland. The event will feature a “who’s who” roster of speakers and presenters, many of whom have shaped the profession’s most influential procedures and philosophies. Featured speaker Cami Walker will share about her triumph over Multiple Sclerosis, managing her condition with chiropractic, and her “29-Day Giving Challenge.” She will also sign copies of her book 29 Gifts. - January 14, 2010 - Oregon Chiropractic Association
Triangle Technology Executives Council Panel to Share Insight with N.C. State University Institute for Advanced Analytics
The Triangle Technology Executives Council (www.ncttec.net), a nonprofit organization dedicated to continuous education and economic development of technology companies in the Research Triangle region of North Carolina, has announced that the organization will present a panel discussing best... - January 14, 2010 - Triangle Technology Executives Council
ACCA Reminds Businesses About Tax Self Assessment January 2010 Deadline
The taxman is currently running an awareness campaign, headed by Moira Stuart, reminding self-assessment tax payers to submit their tax returns on-line by 31 January 2010. - January 14, 2010 - ACCA
In-House Agency Forum Names 2010 Board of Directors
The In-House Agency Forum (IHAF), a professional membership organization for in-house advertising agencies, is pleased to announce its 2010 Board of Directors. Capital One joins returning Board companies Bank of America, Blue Cross Blue Shield of MA, CVS Caremark, Fidelity Investments, FM Global,... - January 14, 2010 - In-House Agency Forum
Eco-Vision Sustainable Learning Center Awarded $39,549 Tourism Grant
The EcoVision Sustainable Learning Center has received a $39,549 Joint Effort Marketing grant from the Wisconsin Department of Tourism to promote EcoFair360, a three-day exposition for green energy, sustainable building and the green lifestyle which will be presented at the Walworth County... - January 14, 2010 - Eco-Vision Sustainable Learning Center
San Francisco Wine Association Announces New Leadership
New president will expand efforts toward brand building and market awareness - January 14, 2010 - San Francisco Wine Association
Web Courseworks and Clark Aldrich Chosen to Develop World Anti-Doping Agency’s Play True Generation Game
The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) selected the Web Courseworks (WCW) team and simulation designer Clark Aldrich to design and develop a computer-based game for young athletes to learn about anti-doping. Following an open bid for tenders, WADA awarded WCW the development project. Web Courseworks,... - January 14, 2010 - Web Courseworks
Official Launch of the BoatPinellas.com Network – The Only Interactive Waterway for Pinellas County
BoatPinellas.com is a free online network for local boaters and boat enthusiasts that contains boat related news, upcoming events, marine classifieds, boater business directory, discussion forums, groups, blogs, videos, and photos. - January 13, 2010 - BoatFlorida.com
Rev. Denny Finnegan Releases New Small Group Study - Foundations: Understanding Prayer Ministry
This cutting edge 13 week small group study focused on different types of prayer ministry will energize and strengthen your existing prayer team, or help you and your church establish one. Foundations - Understanding Prayer Ministry is available at http://www.dennyfinnegan.com. - January 13, 2010 - Rev. Denny Finnegan, Prayer Coach
Pro Energy Consultants Helps Homeowners Understand Which Home Energy Audit is Best
Homeowners can choose from various types of home energy audits: a do-it-yourselfer, a free or low-cost one from the utility company, or one by a professional. All can offer some degree of benefits, but according to Pro Energy Consultants, the only way to truly solve a homeowner’s pain due to discomfort or high-energy bills is with a professional home energy audit. - January 13, 2010 - Pro Energy Consultants
Revolution Radio is Now "The Revolution" on Television. Due to Popularity in St. Louis, MO on Prime Time Radio The Revolution is Seeking Advertisers for TV on CTN Network
The Revolution is a regional, independent, nonprofit 501(c)(3) Evangelistic Association offering Paid advertisements that are usually tax deductible on their new TV program to be closed captioning sponsors. "The Revolution" being an upstart TV program is offering well below cost prices as low as $100 a month for Television (times 3 months) = $300 giving advertisers a total of 8 TV shows a month for a total of 24 aired episodes with their sponsored logo, verbal name mention, & credits listing. - January 13, 2010 - The Revolution Evangelistic Association
NPSA Launches Annual Membership Drive
The National Portable Storage Association is calling for portable storage container companies and vendors to join forces with the industry's exclusive membership organization in 2010. - January 13, 2010 - National Portable Storage Association
Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® Hosts 2010 Inaugural Ball
Raymond Larcher, executive vice president of Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® (RRAR) (www.rrar.com), announced that the association will host the 2010 Inaugural Ball on Friday, Jan. 15 at 6 p.m. at the Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® offices located at 111 Realtor Way in... - January 13, 2010 - RRAR
Mobile Monday Chicago Kicks of 2010 with an Event on Protecting Intellectual Property
Mobile Monday (MoMo) Chicago today announced that it will kick off 2010 with an event this coming Monday, January 18th, on protecting intellectual property during all stages of mobile development. - January 13, 2010 - Mobile Monday - Chicago
Science Teachers Conference Gets Boost from Chevron Corporation
Chevron Corporation has made a significant financial contribution to Texas Teachers. The Science Teachers Association of Texas announced Chevron as the presenting sponsor of the Conference for the Advancement of Science Teaching to be held November 11-13, 2010 in Houston, Texas. - January 13, 2010 - Science Teachers Association of Texas
Andrew Jones to Speak at 2010 Council on Litigation Management Conference
Andrew Jones, an attorney at Southern California Edison, has been selected to speak at the 2010 Annual Conference of the Council on Litigation Management (CLM). Mr. Jones is slated to speak on the topic “Best Practices for Managing Deposition Value and Minimizing Deposition... - January 13, 2010 - Council on Litigation Management
Robert T. Horst to Speak at 2010 Council on Litigation Management Conference
Robert T. Horst, Partner at Nelson Levine deLuca & Horst, LLC, has been selected to speak at the 2010 Annual Conference of the Council on Litigation Management (CLM). Mr. Horst is slated to speak on the topic “Preventing and Defending Bad Faith Claims: Current Trends and... - January 13, 2010 - Council on Litigation Management
Dan Ruderman to Speak at 2010 Council on Litigation Management Conference
Dan Ruderman, Account Executive at LexisNexis, has been selected to speak at the 2010 Annual Conference of the Council on Litigation Management (CLM). Mr. Ruderman is slated to speak on the topic “Matter management: what it means for claims and claims legal professionals.” The... - January 13, 2010 - Council on Litigation Management
Micki Nelson, MWH Named to CSIA Board
Micki Nelson, Vice President and Chief Information Officer, MWH is named to the CSIA, Board of Directors - January 13, 2010 - CSIA, Colorado's Technology Association
Texas Self Storage Association Donates Funds to Shriners Children’s Hospital in Galveston
TSSA presented a check for almost $33,000 benfiting the Shriners Children's Hospital in Galveston, Texas for the treatment of critically burned children. - January 13, 2010 - Texas Self Storage Association
Every Kid Deserves to Hold a Frog
Tree Frog Treks would like 25,000 children in the San Francisco Bay Area to hold a frog, gecko, tortoise, snake, lizard, or bug. The purpose of this goal is to get children in touch with the environment and to create critical thinkers who will work to save, preserve, and maintain our home. The fate... - January 13, 2010 - Tree Frog Treks
Leading Home Energy Auditing Company Announces New Guarantee
Pro Energy Consultants’ new guarantee promises homeowners they won’t have to pay a penny if they don’t feel the company’s customized, diagnostic home energy audit will successfully evaluate their home’s performance. Based on the customer’s needs, the home energy audit will either pinpoint which improvements will be the most cost-effective for maximizing a home’s energy efficiency or verify the home is already energy efficient. - January 13, 2010 - Pro Energy Consultants
Local CT Arts Center Serves as Host for Gallery Event
The Comicbook Artists Guild is excited to announce the very first CAG Gallery Showing featuring a Tribute to Rusty Haller, hosted by the Green Street Arts Center in Middletown CT. Commencing with an opening celebration on Friday, January 22nd, the gallery showing will feature work from some of the... - January 12, 2010 - Comicbook Artists Guild
New Church New Vision
A new church in Alabama that's going to change the Southeast. - January 12, 2010 - Kingdom Christian Center