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Dale Rogers Training Center Supports National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM)
America’s People, America’s Talent, America’s Strength. The Dale Rogers Training Center is joining Congress, the national AbilityOne program, and the State of Oklahoma in the observance of National Disability Employment Awareness Month in October. The Dale Rogers Training Center... - September 25, 2008 - Dale Rogers Training Center
CT Better Business Bureau Warns Consumers About iPhone Scams
Thieves targeting new technology consumers. - September 24, 2008 - Better Business Bureau CT
Avon and MTV Executives Honored by Women’s Venture Fund
Leslie Leventman, EVP of MTV Networks and Kim Azzarelli, VP, Corporate Secretary, Avon Products, to be honored by Women’s Venture Fund. The two honorees will be feted at Women’s Venture Fund’s “Defining Moments” Gala on September 23 at Capitale in New York. Bonnie... - September 24, 2008 - Women's Venture Fund
Mayor Patrick L. McCrory Proclaims Tuesday, Oct. 7 as Charlotte Make Mine a Million $ Business™ Day
Mary Cantando, coordinator for the North Carolina Make Mine a Million $ Business™ (www.makemineamillion.org) event, has announced that Charlotte Mayor Patrick L. McCrory has proclaimed Tuesday, Oct. 7 as “Charlotte Make Mine a Million $ Business™ Day” in honor of the... - September 24, 2008 - Make Mine A Million $ Business
September 24th: International Polar Day Focussing on People
On September 24th, IPY celebrates its sixth ‘International Polar Day' focusing on People in Polar Regions, especially on community and cultural well-being, health issues, and the role of the Arctic in the global economy. Information and activities have been planned for media and educators including researcher profiles, radio events, local and global discussions, and a virtual balloon launch. - September 24, 2008 - IPY
23rd National Hispanic Women's Conference Oct.9-10 - Latina Power: Call to Action
Latinas Call to Action at the Largest Gathering of Hispanic Women in the Nation. Latina Power Expo will be open to the public both days. The Hispanic Women’s Corporation (HWC) is hosting the 23rd National Hispanic Women’s Conference and Expo on Thursday and Friday, Oct. 9-10, at the... - September 24, 2008 - Hispanic Women's Corporation
Russian American Dental Association and Russian American Medical Association to Hold 6th Annual Joint National Convention
6th Annual Joint National Convention for dental and medical professionals. - September 23, 2008 - Russian American Dental Association
ACS Announces First Annual Strut for the Cure in Milwaukee
The American Cancer Society’s first annual Strut for the Cure will be held at the Intercontinental in Milwaukee on Friday February 20, 2009. The fundraising event will feature food from trendy local restaurants, fashion from area shops and music. - September 23, 2008 - American Cancer Society - Milwaukee
Entrepreneurs to Pitch Investors
Companies seeking investment capital will pitch directly to top investors at New England's leading speed-venturing event at the first annual Speed Venture Summit™ on October 28, 2008. The event will take place on Tuesday, October 28, 2008 at the Radisson Hotel in Manchester,... - September 23, 2008 - Speed Venture Summit
Indian Social Activist Wins International Award on Tobacco Control
Hemant Goswami has been awarded the Extraordinary Award for his exceptional and outstanding commitment as a dedicated smoke-free and tobacco control activist to promote the implementation of the guidelines on Article 8 (smoke-free policies) of the Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC). Hemant Goswami is credited with initiating the smoke-free movement in India and for making Chandigarh as the first smoke-free city. - September 21, 2008 - Burning Brain Society
Deep Expressions of the Human Experience Featured Through Dance at Arcosanti
Human Nature Dance Theatre returns to Arcosanti. - September 21, 2008 - Cosanti Foundation
Starbucks Marketing Mastermind Offers Insights at NPSA Conference
John Moore, the marketing genius that helped grow Starbucks and Whole Foods, is speaking at the NPSA's 6th Annual Conference and Exposition at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. - September 21, 2008 - National Portable Storage Association
National Society of Hispanic MBAs Announces College Preparation Seminar
Third Annual ‘Education for Success’ Helps Cincinnati Hispanic High School Students Prepare for College. - September 21, 2008 - National Society of Hispanic MBAs
“Park Angels” Take Flight
The Charleston Parks Conservancy, an organization dedicated to upgrading City of Charleston parks and green spaces and rallying community support and pride behind the effort, is adding a few more angels to the Holy City. - September 21, 2008 - Charleston Parks Conservancy
A New Beginning Represents a New Destination for Downtown Kingsport Local Art Gallery
As a result of attending the seminar in Kingsport offered by nationally known retail specialist, Jon Schallert of The Schallert Group, Patti Lawrence, owner of The Gallery of Local Artists in downtown Kingsport, convinced the City of Kingsport’s Public Art Program to help her make her retail store a destination. - September 20, 2008 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
RemedyMD Announces EndoEHR
RemedyMD, the leading provider of disease-specific electronic health record applications, today announced the availability of EndoEHR™, an endocrinology-specific electronic health record application that helps physicians and patients manage and improve diabetes outcomes. Recent publications... - September 20, 2008 - RemedyMD
Life Links - "Save a Life: Know the Early Warning Signs of a Stroke"
Life Links Director and spokesperson Barbara H. Marynowski announced a life-saving informational article which was just posted on the organization’s website to help the public recognize the signs of stroke. “The two goals of this latest post (located at... - September 20, 2008 - Life Links
Colorectal Cancer Patient to Hike a 160 Mile Long Stretch of the Appalachian Trail
Colorectal Cancer Patient to Hike a 160 Mile Long Stretch of the Appalachian Trail in support of the Colon Cancer Alliance. - September 20, 2008 - Colon Cancer Alliance
Police and Firefighters Back Bane for Jefferson County Commissioner
Jason Bane, candidate for the Jefferson County Board of Commissioners (District 2), is endorsed by the Jefferson County Sheriffs’ Deputies and the West Metro Firefighters. - September 20, 2008 - Elect Jason Bane
Michigan’s Best Kept Secret in Autism Treatment Continues to Expand
The Horizons Developmental Remediation Center in Caledonia, Michigan is proud to announce the addition of a 4th Certified Relationship Development Intervention (RDI) Consultant to their staff. Courtney Kowalczyk has completed twenty months of rigorous training, and was officially certified earlier... - September 20, 2008 - Horizons Developmental Remediation Center
National Christian CEO’s Roundtable Holds Annual Conference in Honolulu
C12 Group Annual Leaders Conference in Honolulu, Hawaii | Oct. 29 - Nov. 1 - Keynote speaker: Buck Jacobs, Founder and Chairman of the C12 Group - Media welcome - Open to the public (registration required) - Registration: www.c12group.com - September 19, 2008 - The C12 Group
Not Everyone Goes Home: Valley Shore Mutual Aid Association Will Host Firefighter Training Seminar
The Valley Shore Mutual Aid Association will host a one-day firefighter training symposium on fire ground safety and the art of reading smoke on Sunday, Nov. 16, 2008. The training seminar, which is a two-part event, will be held at the Old Saybrook Senior High School at 1111 Boston Post Road. The... - September 19, 2008 - Old Saybrook Fire Department
Accenture to Sponsor the National Association of Minority and Women Owned Law Firms' Annual Meeting & Law Firm Expo
Accenture (NYSE: ACN) will sponsor the National Association of Minority and Women Owned Law Firms’ (NAMWOLF) fourth Annual Meeting and Law Firm Expo, which will be held on November 13 – 14 in Dallas, Texas. Accenture recently became a Diamond Sponsor of NAMWOLF’s Annual... - September 19, 2008 - National Association of Minority and Women-Owned Law Firms
H.E.A.L. Global Introduces First Ever “euSocial” Media Network—HEAL My Body™
Social media platform brings total wellness under a single umbrella. - September 19, 2008 - HEAL (Health Empowerment Access Links) Global, Inc.
Two More Concerts in the 2008 White Park Concert Series Brings Hot Cars & Hot Sounds to Downtown Riverside
Free community event in Downtown Riverside featuring the Cadillac Cats and recording artist JD Priest live at White Park. - September 19, 2008 - Riverside Downtown Partnership
KOSBE Web Site for Small Business Owners Updated to Include B2B and Minority Business e-Directories
The Kingsport Office of Small Business Development and Entrepreneurship (KOSBE) has substantially enhanced its web site to include a custom illustrated profile avatar named ‘Melissa’, Business to Business e-Directory, Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) Online Directory, Listing of Help... - September 19, 2008 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
Citi to Provide Financial Health Content to New Social Media Wellness Company
Partnership between social media wellness company, HEAL Global, and financial leader will deliver financial guidance to those in need. - September 18, 2008 - HEAL (Health Empowerment Access Links) Global, Inc.
Brighton Center Increases Awareness of Children’s Needs Through National Step Up for Kids Event
Presentation Addresses Poverty, Education and Health Issues Affecting America’s Children. - September 18, 2008 - Brighton Center
Make Mine A Million $ Business™ Releases Podcast on Details of Inaugural North Carolina Event
Mary Cantando, coordinator for the North Carolina Make Mine a Million $ Business™ (www.makemineamillion.org) event, has announced the release of a podcast discussing what women business owners can expect at the inaugural North Carolina Make Mine a Million $ Business™ event, which will... - September 18, 2008 - Make Mine A Million $ Business
Humanity First to Aid Hurricane Ike Victims
Sunday saw great devastation in Texas and other southern parts of the country when Hurricane Ike made landfall. Sweeping first through the Caribbean and claiming 80 lives, the category 2 storm proceeded into the Gulf, submerging Galveston followed by mainland Texas, Louisiana, and Arkansas. With... - September 17, 2008 - Humanity First
CA, Inc. Sponsors Anita Borg Institute for Women and Technology
CA Actively Supporting Grace Hopper Celebration of Women in Computing. - September 17, 2008 - Anita Borg Institute
AAFR: Skyrocketing Senior Citizen Bankruptcies "A National Disgrace"
Bankruptcies among senior citizens are soaring, due largely to health-related issues. As a result, many seniors are being forced to spend the rest of their lives in poverty. AAFR, the American Association of Future Retirees, has branded the trend "a national disgrace" and called upon legislators to deal decisively with its root causes. - September 16, 2008 - American Association of Future Retirees
Learn Green / Live Green Announces Inaugural Event to Promote Eco-Friendly Family Lifestyle Options
Northeast Ohio Event to Raise Money for The Allergy and Asthma Foundation of America. - September 16, 2008 - Learn Green / Live Green
Habitat for Humanity Introduces New Name to Community
Habitat for Humanity of Moore County is on the move and is introducing a new name to the community. The local Habitat affiliate will now be known as Habitat for Humanity of the NC Sandhills. The Moore affiliate has expanded its service area to include Richmond County and has built five homes in that county since 2005. With the new affiliation will come more opportunities to combine services and meet the needs for more families. - September 14, 2008 - Habitat for Humanity of the NC Sandhills
Greater Baltimore Board of Realtors® Charitable Foundation Donates $1,000 Toward Rebuilding Playground at Stadium Place
The Greater Baltimore Board of REALTORS® Charitable Foundation is making an emergency donation of $1,000 toward the rebuilding of Baltimore’s Playground at Stadium Place, which was ravaged by a fire on September 9. The GBBR Charitable Foundation is issuing a challenge to other area... - September 14, 2008 - Greater Baltimore Board of REALTORS
Walk/Run/Bike-a-Thon for Small Minds That Matter
Stroke Awareness Organization Walks in Solidarity with National Stomp Out Sickle Cell. - September 14, 2008 - Minds that Matter- The Morris Foundation for Pediatric Neurology
Decorated Vietnam War Hero to Speak at the Business Club of the Triangle in September
Clebe McClary to be featured speaker at BCA Triangle Breakfast on September 19. - September 13, 2008 - Business Clubs of the Triangle
Gov. Michael F. Easley Welcomes Make Mine A Million $ Business Event to North Carolina
Mary Cantando, coordinator for the North Carolina Make Mine a Million $ Business™ (www.makemineamillion.org) event, has announced that North Carolina Governor Michael F. Easley and the state of North Carolina have issued a letter of welcome to the organization’s inaugural North Carolina... - September 13, 2008 - Make Mine A Million $ Business
Brighton Center Hosts Step Up for Kids Day
A Nationwide, Non-Partisan Event Designed to Draw Public Attention to Issues Affecting America’s Children. - September 13, 2008 - Brighton Center
McCain and Obama Woo Catholic Swing Vote
As the election season enters its critical final phase, John McCain and Barack Obama continue their battle for the crucial Catholic swing vote in the October issue of U.S. Catholic magazine. The two answered a set of identical questions of interest to Catholics in interviews conducted via e-mail. The questions covered a wide range of issues—from abortion, stem cell research, and the death penalty to economic justice, the environment, universal health care, immigration, and the war on terror. - September 12, 2008 - Claretian Publications
Vermont Life Wine and Harvest Festival Celebrates Vermont Wineries, Food Producers and Artisans
The Vermont Life Wine and Harvest Festival will take place the weekend of September 26-28 in Vermont’s Mount Snow Valley. Showcasing Vermont’s wines, cheeses, specialty foods, farmers and products of all types, the festival is a celebration of Vermont’s unique and rich culture in artisan-made food and crafts. - September 11, 2008 - Mount Snow Valley Chamber of Commerce
Community College Baccalaureate Association Announces 2009 Student Essay Contest Rules
The winner of the student essay contest will receive $1,000 and an all expense paid trip to the Sixth Annual Community College Baccalaureate Association Conference in Reno-Tahoe, Nevada from March 13-15, 2009. - September 11, 2008 - Community College Baccalaureate Association
New Executive Director Chosen for Southwest Tow Operators
Southwest Tow Operators is pleased to announce that Jess Horton has joined the staff as Executive Director effective September 1st. - September 11, 2008 - Southwest Tow Operators
HusbandTribe.com Debuts as the Premier Destination for Husbands and Men in Relationships
Tribal Media Group has just launched HusbandTribe.com, designed to become the #1 destination for husbands to share ideas and experiences, learn the latest news and information, seek advice, network with other husbands, have fun and participate in all-things-manly. Other features of... - September 11, 2008 - Tribal Media
Moon Handbooks Philadelphia is Here; Independence Visitor Center Hosts Book Launch Party on 9/19/08
The first edition of Moon Philadelphia, written by Philadelphia native and journalist Karrie Gavin, is now available online and will be in bookstores nationwide in early September. The release party will be held in the ballroom at the Independence Visitor Center (6th and Market Streets) on Friday, September 19, 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Media, tourism and hospitality leaders, and others are invited. Guests are asked to RSVP to moonphilly@gmail.com by September 12, 2008. - September 11, 2008 - Independence Visitor Center
Adsource Media Selected as Newest Member of The Northwestern Mutual Financial Network Business Club of the Triangle
Adsource Media joins BCA Triangle as the exclusive Promotional Products member. - September 11, 2008 - Business Clubs of the Triangle
Focus 28 Begins Shipping Next Generation Line of Meal Replacements and Food Supplements for Bariatric Patients
Focus 28, Inc. announced today that it has started shipping Bariatric RX, its new next generation line of meal replacements and nutritional supplements designed to meet the specific nutritional needs of bariatric patients. According to the company, Bariatric RX not only features some great tasting... - September 11, 2008 - Focus28, inc.
Marketing in a Down Economy, Presented by the New England Direct Marketing Association (NEDMA)
Join NEDMA for its September dinner meeting where a panel of marketers will discuss how they and their companies use smart online and offline strategies and tactics to increase sales and profits despite increasing costs and decreasing response. - September 11, 2008 - The New England Direct Marketing Association
Finding a Laugh in ITSM: Writer Makes IT Service Management Funny
New Zealand author Rob England has done what many said was impossible: written a funny book about IT (Information Technology). This feat is more startling because the topic of the book is ITSM (IT Service Management), a notoriously dull area even by IT standards. But feedback from readers is consistent: this book is funny. - September 10, 2008 - Two Hills Ltd
New Jersey Students Decide to Support International Literacy by Sending School and Basic Health Supplies to Africa
Kindergarten children in Kenya’s Kibera slum will soon know that they are seen as special by Gill St. Bernard’s students when they receive their backpacks. Kibera is the largest slum in East Africa and was hard hit by the political unrest after Kenya's elections at the beginning of the year. Alexis Grieco and Hayley Diverio decided to partner with the Global Literacy Project, Inc. (GLP) to provide the basics a child needs to complete a year or more in primary school. - September 10, 2008 - Global Literacy Project, Inc.