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Registration Open for The Ophelia Project's Third National Conference
Registration is now open online for The Ophelia Project’s third national conference, “The Bullying Crisis: Exploring Dimensions of Relational Aggression” to be held October 16-17, 2008 at Hotel Orrington in Evanston, Illinois, just minutes from downtown Chicago. This innovative... - February 20, 2008 - The Ophelia Project
Jim Horan Named Hepatitis B Foundation COO
James Horan has been named the Chief Operating and Financial Officer of the Hepatitis B Foundation, a world-class nonprofit research organization headquartered in Doylestown, Pa. - February 20, 2008 - Hepatitis B Foundation
Franklin Covey’s "7 Habits for Managers" Now in San Diego
Transform your team for breakthrough results. Recent national surveys of thousands of employees disclosed that while many people work hard, there is a worrying lack of effectiveness. The problems are not limited to one industry, one geographic location, or even one age group. Survey results... - February 19, 2008 - Small Business Development Center North San Diego County
BBB Connecticut Pulls Accreditation from Two Companies
Cromwell And Trumbull-Based Firms Cited for BBB Code Infractions - February 17, 2008 - Better Business Bureau CT
People Looking for Love Online Beware
Complaints to BBB Skyrocketing About Online Dating Services - February 17, 2008 - Better Business Bureau CT
Arizona Business Travel Association Presents Charity Golf Tournament - Wednesday, April 16, 2008
Arizona Business Travel Association presents the “Drive for Charity” Golf Tournament - Wednesday, April 16, 2008. The tournament will be held at Arizona Grand Resort (Formerly Pointe South Mountain) on 8000 South Arizona Grand Pwky at 12:30pm. - February 16, 2008 - Arizona Business Travel Association
At Joint Meeting with TSHRM, Raleigh-Wake Human Resource Management Association (RWHRMA) Presents "Non-Compete Agreements & Departing Employees"
On February 19, 2008, at a joint meeting with TSHRM (Triangle Society for Human Resource Management), RWHRMA is pleased to introduce Louis B Meyer III, JD, partner at Poyner & Spruill, to provide details on non-compete agreements. In his presentation, he will define non-compete agreements,... - February 16, 2008 - Raleigh Wake Human Resource Management Association (RWHRMA)
Lisa Kemp-Williams Ministers at Golden Gate Nondenominational Church, West Palm Beach, FL
Prophetic psalmist to minister at Golden Gate Nondenominational Church Women’s Conference West Palm Beach, Fl. - February 15, 2008 - LKW Ministries International
Businesses Fall in Love with Portable Storage
The National Portable Storage Association offers countless reasons to embrace the convenience of containerized storage this Valentine's Day. Portable storage containers have been a boon for consumers who want to take some of the hassle out of moving, but containerized storage can also be a boon... - February 15, 2008 - National Portable Storage Association
Better Business Bureau Offers New Tools for Consumers Searching for Products and Services
One Stop on the Web to Find a Trustworthy Business - February 14, 2008 - Better Business Bureau CT
Billions in Infrastructure Building Bonds Means Money for Your Small Business
Between October 1, 2007 and September 30, 2008 Caltrans anticipates receiving in excess of $6.5 billion Federal and State funding for the reconstruction of California’s roads. If your small business provides services from asphalt to fencing; from backhoes to traffic control; from catering to... - February 14, 2008 - Small Business Development Center North San Diego County
Local Business Person Nominated for Prestigious "Small Business Person of the Year" Award by Small Business Development Center (SBDC)
Every year since 1963, the President of the United States has proclaimed National Small Business Week to recognize the contributions of small businesses to the strength and economic well-being of America. Each year, the U.S. Small Business Administration also recognizes the special impact made by... - February 14, 2008 - Small Business Development Center North San Diego County
Trying to Answer Unanswered Questions - Kenya
While many questions remain unanswered about the future of the current conflict in Kenya a documentary film crew delved into the roots and solution to the problems there. - February 14, 2008 - Harvest Fields Commissioning International
Laser Image Corporate Printing Selected as Newest Member of the Business Club of the Triangle
The Northwestern Mutual Financial Network Business Club of the Triangle (BCA Triangle) has selected Laser Image Corporate Printing as their newest Executive Member. As part of the BCA Triangle, Richard Smith and his team at Laser Image will be involved in a series of business development events,... - February 14, 2008 - Business Clubs of the Triangle
NMFTA/CCSB/CRC Meeting in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida - Great Success
The National Motor Freight Traffic Association, Inc. (NMFTA) held its February Meeting in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida from Sunday, February 3rd to Wednesday, February 6th. This was the first meeting of the NMFTA since the implementation of the new organizational structure and procedures that went into... - February 13, 2008 - National Motor Freight Traffic Association, Inc.
NBC17 Signs on as Media Sponsor for Spare Some for Autism Event
NBC announcer and Olympic Gold Medalist Rowdy Gaines to participate. - February 13, 2008 - Spare Some for Autism
Local Business Club Adopts New Name and Mission
Business Club of the Triangle to Strive to Build Business Relationships. - February 13, 2008 - Business Clubs of the Triangle
ExtendLove.org to Give Out Free Roses to New Yorkers, Presidential Candidates on Valentine's Day
Valentine's Day sucks if you're single, but New Yorkers are being shown a little extra love this year. ExtendLove.org will be giving out roses at Union Square on Valentine's Day to demonstrate that love should be extended to everyone. ExtendLove.org is a new website that tracks and consolidates... - February 12, 2008 - ExtendLove.org
VAnetworking Presents Seminar on What Does Your Office Say About Your Business?
VAnetworking.com is pleased to announce a seminar presented by Stephanie McWilliams of Evolving Arts - February 12, 2008 - Virtual Assistant Networking Association
Sikhcess™ Global ‘Feed the Homeless’ Campaign Launches in Birmingham
On Saturday 1 March 2008, a group of over 60 volunteers will prepare and distribute over 2000 food packages to local homeless shelters and community centres marking the first UK ‘Feed the Homeless’ campaign, a global initiative supported by members of the Sikh community. Volunteers... - February 11, 2008 - Sikhcess
Hal Colston, Founder of Good News Garage and Neighborkeepers, Profiled in People Magazine’s “Heroes Among Us”
Hal Colston, founder of two successful anti-poverty programs, Good News Garage and Neighborkeepers, is profiled in the current issue (dated February 11, 2008) of People Magazine in their “Heroes Among Us” column. - February 11, 2008 - Good News Garage
Out4Immigration Supports National Freedom to Marry Week
Notes that Inequality in Federal Marriage Law Denies Same-Sex Binational Couples Basic Rights. - February 10, 2008 - Out4Immigration
Communities in Schools of North Carolina Calls for Increased Involvement to Fight State’s Dropout Crisis
State-wide non-profit responds to new dropout report; offers proven record to help students stay in school and graduate - February 10, 2008 - Communities in Schools of NC
Parental Alienation Awareness Organization Begins Preparations for Parental Alienation Awareness Day-April 25th
Parental Alienation Awareness Organization (PAAO) is beginning the New Year by launching its campaign to organize events for April 25th-Parental Alienation Awareness Day. - February 09, 2008 - Parental Alienation Awareness Organization
Celebrate Black History Month at the Independence Visitor Center
Hosting and supporting an array of events, the Independence Visitor Center will be providing information on various opportunities to celebrate Black History Month all throughout the month of February. - February 09, 2008 - Independence Visitor Center
96 Counties Now on Board for Statewide Operation Inasmuch
The inaugural Statewide Operation Inasmuch Day is building momentum. Coordinators from 96 North Carolina counties have now signed on to organize the one-day blitz on April 19, 2008. On this day, volunteers from all over the state will work together to provide assistance to those in need. Samples... - February 09, 2008 - Operation Inasmuch
Carolina Hurricanes’ Glen Wesley and Wife Named Honorary Chairs for Fundraising Event
Glen and Barbara Wesley to serve as Honorary Chairs for Spare Some for Autism Celebrity/CEO Kids Bowling Challenge. - February 09, 2008 - Spare Some for Autism
The Inauguration of the World Largest Peace Banner
Tens of thousands of children coming together for the very first time in Hyderabad India, with the World largest peace banner of a hundred and 91 kilometers by the time it is finished which will be signed by millions of children of all nations and will be delivered on September 11, 2008 to the... - February 08, 2008 - Global Peace Initiative
Medical Tourism Association Releases Medical Tourism Video Interviews
The Medical Tourism Association today launched a new part of its website at medicaltravelauthority.com where it will produce and publish video interviews from leaders from around the world in the area of Medical Tourism People from around the world can start to watch the experts in Medical Tourism... - February 08, 2008 - Medical Tourism Association™
Sikhcess™ Receives Approval as Not-for-Profit Organization in the United States
Sikhcess™, a community-service organization dedicated to promoting the basic Sikh principles of public service and equality, today announced that the Organization has received formal approval as an official not-for-profit organization by way of 501(c)3 non-profit, tax-exempt status, and as... - February 08, 2008 - Sikhcess
Entrepreneurs Club is a Real Success
At the beginning of the academic year, Chris Underwood, Chairman of Young Enterprise Aylesbury Vale, came up with the idea of enhancing the Young Enterprise experience by organising a monthly Entrepreneurs Club. - February 07, 2008 - Young Enterprise Aylesbury Vale
NPSA Thought Leaders Gather for Spring Seminar
Portable storage industry players will meet in Winston-Salem, N.C. this spring to share best practices for the portable storage industry. - February 07, 2008 - National Portable Storage Association
Youth for Tomorrow Participants Get Makeover from Caitlin's Closet
On Valentine’s Day, 32 at-risk teens will be honored for their participation in the Youth for Tomorrow program at the annual Sweetheart Ball and will receive a special occasion dress from Caitlin’s Closet to wear to the event. Founded by Joe Gibbs, a prominent civic leader and NFL Hall... - February 06, 2008 - Miss America's Outstanding Teen, Inc.
Theme Song for Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes Hits Airwaves to Raise Funds
42nd and Nelson, to donate 50% of proceeds from “That’s All I’m Asking For” to charity helping wounded veterans. - February 06, 2008 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
Israel Hosts World's Largest Multicultural Bonding Event
Over 2500 Guests from 53 Countries to Participate in 2008 International Kabbalah Congress, spreading a Universal Message of Love to the World the Week before Valentine's. - February 04, 2008 - Bnei Baruch Kabbalah Education & Research Institute
Fasting for a Cause this Ash Wednesday
An ancient holiday gets a new spin - young people fasting to fight global poverty. Global Fast is a youth movement that empowers young people to create real change. With the motto, "Give one day, change lives forever," fasters around the nation have already impacted hundreds or thousands of lives in Haiti, the Philippines, Sudan and Ethiopia. Launching on Feb 6 through March, this year's Global Fast will create material and spiritual change through fasting, prayer and charity. - February 01, 2008 - Global Fast
Local Advocacy Group Jumps Into Maryland Primary Season with Pre-Launch of Statewide Voter Empowerment Campaign
The GrassRoots Steering Foundation, Inc. is pleased to announce the pre-launch of its 2008 VOTE THE POWER!™ Campaign. - February 01, 2008 - The GrassRoots Steering Foundation, Inc.
Women Business Owners Survey and State of Business Forecast 2008
Despite the slump in the economy and the global economic outlook for 2008, most women agree that no matter what yesterday brought the future of business is looking bright. In fact, nearly 83% predict their businesses will do better in the coming year. - February 01, 2008 - Women's eCommerce Association
NCADA's PAC Announces Judicial Candidate Endorsement
The NC Defense Fund endorses Judge Linda Stephens for election on the NC Court of Appeals in 2008. - February 01, 2008 - NC Association of Defense Attorneys
National Small Press Month: An Initiative to Promote Independent Publishers Jointly Sponsored by PMA, CLMP, and the NYCIP
Small Press Month is a nationwide promotion highlighting the valuable work produced by independent publishers. From March 1-March 31, a string of independent, literary events will be take place from coast-to-coast, showcasing some of the most diverse, unique, and significant voices being published today. Some of this year’s featured authors include Walter Mosley, Mike Farrell, Eileen Myles, Hatti Gossett, Steve Katz and many more. - February 01, 2008 - New York Center for Independent Publishing
The Association of Settlement Companies Announces Greenspoon Marder as 2008 Convention Title Sponsor
The Association of Settlement Companies (TASC) is proud to announce that the law firm of Greenspoon Marder, P.A. will be its 2008 Convention Title Sponsor. The Firm most recently sponsored the TASC 2007 Fall Workshop in Los Angeles. With this sponsorship, Greenspoon Marder will continue its long,... - February 01, 2008 - The Association of Settlement Companies
Minnesota Interactive Marketing Association (MIMA) Partners with MCAD to Host “Conversations About the Future of Advertising” Special Speaker Series
New series of events from MIMA and the Minneapolis College of Art and Design brings experienced industry professionals to Minneapolis to discuss advertising and marketing trends. - January 31, 2008 - Minnesota Interactive Marketing Association
Voter Registration Available Through Cell Phones; Citizens Can Now Register to Vote via Cellular Phones
Eighty percent of Americans own a cellular phone and of those 63 percent send text messages regularly. Seeing this trend in cellular phone usage, The National Youth Political Action Coalition (NYPAC) and PROMOBILIZE decided to use technology to positive effect one of America’s oldest... - January 31, 2008 - The National Youth Political Action Coraltion
"Soul Currency" Author Rev. Ernest D. (Ernie) Chu Introduces Coaching Program for Clergy, Churches
The Rev. Ernest D. (Ernie) Chu, former investment banker and now assistant pastor at The Center for Spiritual Living - Ft. Lauderdale, a Religious Science center in South Florida, now offers coaching for ministers and church boards. - January 30, 2008 - Soul Currency Institute
Voluntourism ‘One of the Best Ways to Ensure Tourism Helps Reduce Poverty’ Claims Different Travel
The Different Travel Company – a UK based volunteer travel company - have today claimed that properly managed volunteer travel is one of the best ways to ensure tourism assists poverty reduction. Pointing to a number of the projects to which Different Travel take their volunteer tourists,... - January 30, 2008 - Different Travel
The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences Receives Grant for Respiratory Research
The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences has announced that Dr. Yin Chen, an assistant investigator in the Division of Translational Biology at The Hamner, has been awarded a $2.1 million grant from the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases / National Institutes of Health (NIH). - January 29, 2008 - The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences
Greater NY Business Expo to be Held at Madison Square Garden on 1/31/08
The Greater NY Chamber in conjunction with other local chambers & trade organizations throughout the Metro Region will host its 8th Business Expo and Resource Fair at MSG from 1pm until 6pm. Free information & seminars with expert panels to help small businesses and entrepreneurs grow and... - January 28, 2008 - New York Greater Chamber of Commerce
Come Celebrate and Honor New York's Puerto Rican Women
Edith Padilla, president of the New York Chapter of the National Conference of Puerto Rican Woman, Inc. invites all to the "Luncheon and Installation Ceremony of the 2008 Board of Directors" coming Saturday, Feb. 2nd, 12:30-3pm. Joel Rivera, New York City Council Member Majority Leader... - January 28, 2008 - National Conference of Puerto Rican Woman, Inc.
Oregon Bankers Association Awarded $100,000 to Assist Low Income Families Purchase Homes
The Oregon Bankers Association (OBA) today announced that it has been awarded a $100,000 grant from the Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) to fund the OBA’s Home Purchase Assistance Program (HPAP) during the 2008-2009 biennium. This is the seventh biennial grant given to HPAP from... - January 27, 2008 - Oregon Bankers Association
HTI Produces Research Report on Trends in the Medical Travel Industry (January 22, 2008)
HealthCare Tourism International, the Los Angeles-based healthcare tourism non-profit organization, recently published its first Annual Health Tourism Trends report highlighting the in-depth details of the world’s most popular destinations and health procedures for health tourism search in... - January 26, 2008 - HealthCare Tourism International, Inc