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Vanguard University’s Students in Free Enterprise to Hold Environmental Sustainability Conference
Targeting the Orange County business community, the conference features keynote speaker Martin Diedrich, Founder of Kéan Coffee, and focuses on environmental sustainability with an emphasis on innovation and creativity. - January 06, 2010 - Vanguard University SIFE
Comedy Night at The Wellness Community Features Karen Rontowski January 11
A free Comedy Night for people affected by cancer with featured performer Karen Rontowski will be held Monday, January 11, 7:00-8:00 p.m. at The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura, 530 Hampshire Road, Westlake Village. The monthly Comedy Night series is made possible by funds raised at the Stand Up... - January 06, 2010 - The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura
Oregon Entrepreneur Network’s Monthly ‘PubTalk’ to Now be Held at Backspace in Old Town Portland
January 13th PubTalk to feature three Pacific Northwest businesses vying for one of the final spots of Seed Oregon—a completion of seed-stage companies seeking capital - January 06, 2010 - Oregon Entrepreneuer Network
On Sat, January 16, 4pm–10pm: The National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) Charlotte Alumni Extension Chapter (CAEC) Will Have a Boston Market Family Fundraising Night
Help the NSBE-CAEC raise money and enjoy a delicious meal at the same time. Hand the cashier the Event Ticket when ordering. Boston Market will donate 15% of all sales (pre-tax) to NSBE-CAEC. - January 06, 2010 - National Society of Black Engineers - Charlotte Alumni Extension (NSBE-CAE)
National MS Society’s 1st Annual Dinner of Champions Inland Empire to Honor Local Businesswoman René Webb
René Webb, owner of eleven McDonald’s franchise locations in the Inland Empire, will be honored at the 1st annual Dinner of Champions Inland Empire, sponsored by and benefiting the Southern California Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. The gala event will take place on... - January 06, 2010 - National MS Society, Southern California Chapter
New Economy Initiative for Southeast Michigan Announces New Web Site - neweconomyinitiative.org
Site includes a media center featuring the latest videos and podcasts and blog where NEI staff, members of the Governing Council, and Economic Advisors will share information about the work NEI is doing and its impact in the region. - January 06, 2010 - New Economy Initiative for Southeast Michigan
Work-Life Balance for Small Businesses is Achievable, Finds ACCA New Enquiry Into Flexible Working
But employee and employer culture and attitudes need to change - January 05, 2010 - ACCA
Accountants Point to First Firm Evidence of Global Recovery – But Fear It Could All be an Illusion Says ACCA
Christmas fails to cheer UK finance professionals - January 05, 2010 - ACCA
Carbonfund.org Partners with U.S. Census Bureau to Offset National “Portrait of America” Road Tour
As the U.S. Census Bureau today kicks off a three-month national road tour to raise awareness of the 2010 Census, Carbonfund.org announced that it will donate the carbon offsets for the Road Tour. With 13 vehicles traveling to communities across America from January through March, the 2010 Census... - January 04, 2010 - Carbonfund.org
Coffee and Contacts Women’s Power Networking Offers Monthly Power Lunch Series
"Effective Social Networking: Boosting Your Business and Brand Online Power Lunch” hosted by Raleigh-based Coffee and Contacts, features panelists Alice Osborn, Eileen Batson, Olalah Njenga and Marilyn Shannon, Jan. 8, 2010 at Brio Tuscan Grille in Raleigh. - January 03, 2010 - Women's Power Networking
Women of the Wall - California Holds Jewish Prayer Service at Union Square, San Francisco
Jewish women and men will conduct a prayer service at Union Square, San Francisco on Sunday January 10, 2010 at 10 AM- wearing Jewish prayer shawls (tallitot) in support of the woman who was arrested at Western Wall in Jerusalem (considered the most Jewish holy site) in November 2009, for the “crime” of praying while wearing a “tallit” or Jewish prayer shawl. This is one of many prayer services that will take place in town squares across the nation. - January 02, 2010 - Women of the Wall- California
NAWBO San Diego's January Meeting Focuses on Time Management/ Learn How to do More with Less Stress
The first meeting of 2010 for NAWBO San Diego will feature Sarita Maybin presenting, "How To Get More Done With Less Stress." The January 20 lunch event will be held at a new location, the Sheraton La Jolla. More information, including online registration, is available at nawbo-sd.org. - January 01, 2010 - NAWBO San Diego
Westchester Business Connection Urges Members to Become Champions in 2010
2010 promises to be another stellar year for the Westchester Business Connection and its members. The goal for 2010 is to make many more introductions to help benefit those who participate in the group. One of the things that set the WBC apart from the rest is the ability to connect with other business professionals, both in person and online. - January 01, 2010 - The Westchester Business Connection
Global Customer Experience Management Certification Program
Global CEM Certification Program is designed and co-delivered by 15 G-CEM International Partners from North America, Europe and Asia. Endorsed by 9 leading authorities from different continents, the program has proven success for its international track record, rich content and the complementary... - December 31, 2009 - G-CEM
A Year in the Life of GVI: 2009 Review...
From Obama to H1N1 to financial crisis to the death of the King of Pop, 2009 has been some year… - December 31, 2009 - Global Vision International (GVI)
Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® Introduces Raleigh Associates Program
John Wood, president of the Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® (RRAR) (www.rrar.com), has announced that the association is introducing the Raleigh Associate Program (RAP). RAP, which will serve as a replacement for the Associate Membership Classification, will feature a decrease in... - December 30, 2009 - RRAR
Green Education Foundation (GEF) Announces National Green Week February 1-5, 2010
Nationwide event is enlisting an army of “Green Keepers,” providing schools with educational resources to jumpstart environmental studies. - December 30, 2009 - Green Education Foundation (GEF)
Power for Life Strength Team – It’s Fun & It’s Free
Power For Life Strength Team appearing at Garr Church of Charlotte, NC. - December 30, 2009 - Garr Church
SproutLaunch Pays You to Do Good
SproutLaunch.com, the only online source for good deed inspiration that rewards its users. - December 30, 2009 - SproutLaunch
Atlanta NSHMBA and ALPFA Chapters Present: An Economic Update by the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta - Is It Over?
The NSHMBA and ALPFA Atlanta chapters have partnered to sponsor Michael Bryan, Vice President & Senior Economist, Research Department for the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta, who will give the keynote address on the state of the economy for 2010 on Wednesday, January 13th at the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta. Drinks and heavy hors d'oeuvres will be served. RSVP is required at nshmba.org/atlanta. - December 29, 2009 - NSHMBA Atlanta
CHIC - Cure Her In Couture - Fashion Show at Ames
CHIC premiere event to raise funding for ovarian cancer awareness and research - December 27, 2009 - Ovations for the Cure of Ovarian Cancer
Chaplain at Norfolk FBI InfraGard and 30 Year Security Veteran Becomes Newest Member of Institute for Church Safety and Risk Management Advisory Board
The Institute for Church Safety and Risk Management (ICSARM) has announced that Bob Chauncey has agreed to serve on the Advisory Board effective January 1, 2010. Mr. Chauncey is the owner of Asset Safety Equipment and Church Security Institute, both based out of the Norfolk, Virginia area. He also serves as a Deputy Sheriff and Commercial Security Consultant, Police Chaplain and sells safety and security equipment to police, fire, and EMS departments. - December 26, 2009 - Institute for Church Safety & Risk Management
FRUITTRADE 2010 Has Already Set a Date
It will take place the 6th and 7th of October, 2010, alongside with the National Fruit and Vegetable Producers Convention in Santiago, Chile. Both events shape the most important meeting of the fruit industry in the Southern Hemisphere. - December 25, 2009 - FEDEFRUTA
NAWBO SD Supports Operation: December to Remember
NAWBO San Diego provided a donation to Optimal Nutrition to support Operation: December to Remember. As a result, a struggling military family will receive an all-organic holiday dinner for eight. - December 25, 2009 - NAWBO San Diego
Eastern University Website Earns a Superior Grade
The Pennsylvania Christian University Earned the Third Highest Score Given by EDU Checkup. Criteria Included Graphics and Imagery, Content and Navigability and Coding. - December 24, 2009 - Eastern University
Portable Storage Units Used to Develop Artist Housing
Architects design and develop innovative creative lofts from portable storage containers for artists in Scotland. - December 24, 2009 - National Portable Storage Association
Leadership Triangle Launches Spring 2010 College Edition Program Presented by AT&T
Winkie La Force, executive director of Leadership Triangle (www.leadershiptriangle.com), has announced the Spring 2010 Leadership Triangle College Edition program, presented by AT&T. Leadership Triangle College Edition is an experiential learning opportunity for students selected to participate... - December 24, 2009 - Leadership Triangle
Physician Botox Training Announced for 2010 by the IAPAM
The IAPAM announces the 2010 dates for its Botox & Dermal Filler Training and Advanced Dermal Filler Training programs. Only with the IAPAM, do physicians participate hands-on, cosmetic injectable and botox training, delivered in a clean medical facility, not a hotel room. - December 24, 2009 - International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine
Former President Bush Department of Homeland Security Consulting Expert Joins Advisory Board of Institute for Church Safety and Risk Management, LLC
The Institute for Church Safety and Risk Management (ICSARM) has announced that Dr. John Kim Cook has agreed to serve on the ICSARM Advisory Board. Dr. Cook is a government consultant with extensive experience as a senior-level government executive and contacts in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), other federal and state agencies, the private sector and non-profit organizations; recent experience in business development and program management - December 24, 2009 - Institute for Church Safety & Risk Management
Institute for Church Safety and Risk Management Announces First Canadian Advisory Board Member
The Institute for Church Safety and Risk Management (ICSARM) has announced that Melodie Bissell has agreed to serve on the ICSARM Advisory Board effective January 1, 2010. - December 23, 2009 - Institute for Church Safety & Risk Management
CC Intelligent Solutions CEO Featured in Inaugural WCED Video Testimonial
Ken Atkins, executive director of Wake County Economic Development (www.raleigh-wake.org), has announced the release of the first video in its new testimonial series from a number of Triangle leaders offering first-hand accounts of why Wake County is a great place to live and work. The first video... - December 23, 2009 - Wake County Economic Development
Medical Tourism Association Hosts Familiarization Tour to Medellin Colombia
The Medical Tourism Association hosts FAM Tour to the forever place of spring time Medellin, Colombia December 8th-12th 2009. Nine medical tourism facilitators, insurance companies and agents representing the United States, Canada and Caribbean explored the high quality healthcare system,... - December 23, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™
UCLA Oncologist to Present Educational Workshop on Women's Cancers at The Wellness Community
The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura will present a free educational workshop on Women’s Cancers with Amer Karam, MD on Thursday, January 21, from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. at 530 Hampshire Road in Westlake Village. Please call (805) 379-4777 to RSVP. Dr. Karam of The University of California,... - December 20, 2009 - The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura
NPSA Offers Portable Storage Solution Finder
The National Portable Storage Association is offering a portable storage Solution Finder to help consumers and businesses find containerized storage at locations around the world. - December 20, 2009 - National Portable Storage Association
NAWBO San Diego January Seminar Focuses on Estate Planning
Marguerite Lorenz of Lorenz Fiduciary Services will present the first NAWBO San Diego seminar of 2010, Estate Planning and Your Business, on Friday, Jan. 8 from noon to 1 p.m. at Brandman University. - December 20, 2009 - NAWBO San Diego
UCLA Neurologist to Speak About "Chemo Brain" Jan. 28
The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura and the Community Memorial Hospital Cancer Resource Center invite cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers to a free workshop entitled “Chemo Brain” with Lorne Label, MD. The program will take place Thursday, January 28 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at... - December 20, 2009 - The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura
Jackthedonkey.com, a Social Network Where Supporting Charities & Causes Happens Freely & Regularly
JackTheDonkey.com, a new social network turning "click-for-revenue" into "click-for-a-cause," donates dollars for pics and “deep thoughts” to charities people care about to the tune of 1.1 cents every impression….and that’s just the beginning. - December 20, 2009 - JackTheDonkey.com
New Chairman Named to Head Boston's Lodging Security Association
The Executive Director of the International Lodging Safety and Security Association, H. Skip Brandt, CPP, is pleased to announce that Mr. Michael J. Soper, CLSD, has been named as the new Chairman of the International Lodging Security and Safety Association’s Boston Founding Chapter... - December 19, 2009 - International Lodging Safety and Security Association
Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® Supports Local Charities
John Wood, president of the Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® (RRAR) (www.rrar.com), announced that the REALTOR® Foundation of the Triangle made donations to three local nonprofits organizations, which were presented at the association’s December board of director’s... - December 19, 2009 - RRAR
Jason Gregory to Run for State Rep in Missouri's 27th District’s Special Election
Jason Gregory, an entrepreneur and health care executive has officially declared his candidacy for State Representative for Missouri's 27th district. Mr. Gregory is focused on creating jobs knowing that poverty is on the rise with a local unemployment rate above 8%. "I'm running for State Rep... - December 18, 2009 - Gregory for State Representative
SurvivorsAreUs.Com a New Site; Provides Evidence on Islam's Fundamentalism by a Fundamentalist
Information on extremists ideologies within Islam; who they are and what exactly they believe. - December 18, 2009 - SurvivorsAreUs.Com
Rock Church's Miles McPherson to Present Mayor Jerry Sanders with Completion of 100,000 Volunteer Hours to City of San Diego
On Friday, December 18, at 10 AM at the Jackie Robinson YMCA, Pastor Miles McPherson of the Rock Church and Mayor Jerry Sanders will participate in a press conference regarding the completion of the Rock's 100,000 DO Something volunteer hours this year. Valued at more than $1.6 million*, these... - December 18, 2009 - Rock Church
NAMWOLF Lauds Congresswoman Maxine Waters and the Congressional Black Caucus for Their Efforts to Improve Opportunities for Minority-Owned Businesses
The National Association of Minority and Women Owned Law Firms applauds Representative Maxine Waters on her actions to improve the economic troubles of minorities through recently passed bills. - December 18, 2009 - National Association of Minority and Women-Owned Law Firms
Wake County Economic Development Launches Video Testimonial Series
Ken Atkins, executive director of Wake County Economic Development (www.raleigh-wake.org), has announced the launch of a new video series on why Wake County is a great place to live and work. The video series will feature testimonials from a number of local leaders offering first-hand accounts of... - December 18, 2009 - Wake County Economic Development
Sands Point Costa Rica Luxury Condominiums Goes Green
Sands Point Costa Rica Luxury Condominium developers adopt environmentally-conscious construction strategies and a commitment to the economic and social benefits of sustainability, ecological preservation and energy conservation. - December 17, 2009 - House of Code, Inc.
The Purple Heart Project: New Charity Provides Free Life Coaching for Wounded Veterans
The Purple Heart Project today announced free life coaching for wounded veterans of the Iraq and Afghanistan wars. - December 17, 2009 - The Purple Heart Project
HSBCAMPS Brings Pros and Youths Together for Basketball and Better Communities
Youth Basketball Camp Dribbles into Local Markets in Summer 2010 with a Non-Profit in its Line-Up - December 17, 2009 - HSBCAMPS
Habitat for Humanity of Oshkosh Joins National Home-Building Effort in 2010
Funding awarded for one home in Oshkosh area and 2,000th home celebrated in Minnesota Habitat for Humanity of Oshkosh learned recently that it has been awarded $58,000 to build one home in Oshkosh. This grant, providing 65 percent of the cost of construction, comes from Minneapolis-based Thrivent... - December 17, 2009 - Habitat for Humanity of Oshkosh
Almost 4,000 Would-be Accountants Sit ACCA Exams at Excel Centre, London
Finance Professionals of the future take corporate reporting and tax exams as part of global eight-day exam session. - December 17, 2009 - ACCA
Corporate Carbon Footprints - Is the Corporate World Doing Enough? Asks the ACCA
Business is the ‘elephant in the room,’ say global sustainability experts. Crucially, companies in developing countries are among leaders in climate change reporting. It is vital to monitor what enterprises are doing to measure and reduce their carbon usage. - December 16, 2009 - ACCA