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MAA Worldwide and the Globes Awards Announce Nominees for the 2008 "Best in the World" Promotion Marketing Campaign
The annual Globes Awards recognize campaigns that have already won top honors in separate national award programs that are organized in 26 Countries for excellence in promotional marketing. A Globe Award is presented to the campaign receiving the highest marks from an international panel of judges in each of 16 qualifying categories and Each year, the top three campaigns across all categories compete for the coveted “Best in the World” Promotional Marketing Campaign. - October 02, 2008 - MAAW.org
NAMWOLF Members Push for the Inclusion of Minority and Women Owned Businesses in Bailout Legislation
NAMWOLF Members Work to Ensure Minority and Women Owned Law Firms are Included in Congress’ “Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008.” - October 02, 2008 - National Association of Minority and Women-Owned Law Firms
Home Builders Association of Middle Tennessee's Certified Builder Program Helps Provide Home Buyers Peace of Mind
The Home Builders Association of Middle Tennessee has announced that it has made its Certified Builder database available to the public through its website. "Buying a new home is one of the most important steps a person can take, but with over 15,000 single-family homes currently on the... - October 01, 2008 - Home Builders Association of Middle Tennessee
Strong Investor and Company Demand for Speed Venture Summit
The NH High Technology Council announced strong demand for the first annual Speed Venture Summit™. “Advance registrations by both companies and investors have exceeded expectations,” commented Summit Chair Hollis McGuire." The Summit will feature businesses seeking investment capital pitching directly to top investors on Tuesday, October 28, 2008 at the Radisson Hotel in Manchester, NH. - October 01, 2008 - Speed Venture Summit
Genetic Performance Solutions Launches Online Registry Service
Genetic Performance Solution, LLC (GPS) is excited to announce that the new online registry service of the Braunvieh Association of America (BAA) is being provided and maintained by GPS. The GPS advanced real time registry program will allow the Braunvieh Association members to do their own... - October 01, 2008 - International Brangus Breeders Association
A Unique New Calendar That Helps Consumers Develop Good Money Saving Habits
The Money Saving Calendar is a unique new calendar that informs people how to save and make money for every month of the year. It will help consumers develop good money saving habits. - October 01, 2008 - Adamsllc
Anita Borg Institute for Women and Technology Opens Women of Vision Awards Nominations
Awards Celebrate Women Technologists Who Demonstrate Innovation and Leadership, and Whose Work Has Significant Social Impact. - October 01, 2008 - Anita Borg Institute
Anita Borg Institute Change Agent Award Winners Announced
Women from Turkey, Pakistan, and Kenya to Be Honored at Grace Hopper Celebration of Women in Computing. - October 01, 2008 - Anita Borg Institute
Chicago Pizza Maker Chosen on America's World Pizza Champions Team
Leo Spizzirri of Giordano’s Famous Stuffed Pizza in Chicago was chosen to be a member of the World Pizza Champions: America’s # 1 Pizza Team. Leo will represent the United States at the World Pizza Championships in Salsomaggiore, Italy in 2009. The 2009 World Pizza Champions Team is... - October 01, 2008 - World Pizza Champions
Make Mine A Million $ Business™ Names Judges for Women Entrepreneur Event
Mary Cantando, coordinator for the North Carolina Make Mine A Million $ Business™ event (www.makemineamillion.org), has announced the judges for the event to be held Tuesday, Oct. 7, at the Blake Hotel, located at 555 S Mcdowell St. Each judge will review women business owners as they pitch... - October 01, 2008 - Make Mine A Million $ Business
Radiancy Introduces MicroPhototherapy for the Ultimate Facial in the Spa Market
Radiancy continues to challenge preconceived notions about light-based treatments with the Facial Skin Care Device, FSD. Radiancy is working with the Day Spa Association to make FSD available to the Spa Industry. This innovation enables owners to expand their businesses by offering their clientele... - October 01, 2008 - The Day Spa Association
www.bizymoms.com Selects Hannelore Leavy to Advise Mothers on How to Utilize Spa Services to Cope
Hannelore Leavy, Founder and Executive Director of the Day Spa Association and the International Medical Spa Association was recently appointed to be the online expert advisor for day spas and salons to busy mothers on http://www.bizymoms.com/experts “Since the beginning of our organization,... - September 29, 2008 - The Day Spa Association
NPSA Conference Offers Networking Opps on Vegas Strip
The National Portable Storage Association's 6th Annual Conference & Exposition is chock full of professional networking opportunities 24/7. - September 28, 2008 - National Portable Storage Association
Make Mine a Million $ Business™ Inks Deal with MMI Associates, Inc.
Mary Cantando, coordinator for the North Carolina Make Mine a Million $ Business™ (www.makemineamillion.org) event, has announced that the program has named MMI Associates, Inc. (www.mmimarketing.com), a Raleigh-based full-service public relations firm, its agency of record. Make Mine a... - September 28, 2008 - Make Mine A Million $ Business
DJs from Across the Globe Unite to Strategically Impact the Music Industry
Union Results in the Formation of the International DJ Trade Association. - September 27, 2008 - The International Disc Jockey Trade Association (IDJTA)
Business Club of the Triangle Donates Golf Tournament Proceeds to Statewide Nonprofit
Communities In Schools of NC chosen to receive raffle proceeds from annual golf tournament. - September 27, 2008 - Business Clubs of the Triangle
TriTech SBDC Funding Conference Shows Entrepreneurs How to Find Financing to Succeed
TriTech funding conference will allow attendees an opportunity to speak with angel investors, learn the A to Z's of raising capital, watch two deal reviews and learn what it takes to get investor attention. Workshops will cover debt financing, SBA loans, securing equity funding, bootstrapping and intellectual property. - September 26, 2008 - TriTech Small Business Development Center
In-House Counsel from America’s Largest Corporations to Participate in NAMWOLF’s Annual Meeting and Law Firm Expo 2008
The National Association of Minority and Women Owned Law Firms (NAMWOLF) is pleased to have in-house counsel from Accenture LLP, du Pont, Johnson Controls, Inc., PepsiAmericas, Pfizer, Target and Wal-Mart Stores represented at Annual Meeting 2008. - September 26, 2008 - National Association of Minority and Women-Owned Law Firms
Make Mine A Million $ Business™ Names Expert Panel for Women in Business Event
Mary Cantando, coordinator for the North Carolina Make Mine A Million $ Business™ event (www.makemineamillion.org), has announced the expert panelists for the event to be held Tuesday, Oct. 7, at the Blake Hotel, located at 555 S Mcdowell St. Each panel member is a woman in business in North... - September 26, 2008 - Make Mine A Million $ Business
Clinton Global Initiative Website Features Hashoo Foundation’s Women Empowerment Through Honey Bee Farming Project
Hashoo Foundation’s Women Empowerment Through Honey Bee Farming Project will be distinguished for its successful implementation as a "Feature Commitment" on the Clinton Global Initiative (CGI) Website during the 2008 CGI Annual Meeting in New York, September 24 - 26. - September 25, 2008 - Hashoo Foundation
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Maryland Automobile Dealers Association Announces Free Green Check-Ups for Car Owners
The Maryland Automobile Dealers Association is encouraging consumers to save on gas and increase their fuel efficiency with free “green checkups,” available at many dealerships throughout the state. “With gas prices continuing to hover at record levels, and family budgets getting... - September 10, 2008 - Maryland Automobile Dealers Association
NAMWOLF Announces Bankruptcy Initiative
Minority and women-owned law firms to provide bankruptcy services to Corporate America. - September 10, 2008 - National Association of Minority and Women-Owned Law Firms
The National Association of Minority and Women Owned Law Firms Welcomes New Law Firm Member Brown Stone Nimeroff LLC
The National Association of Minority and Women Owned Law Firms (NAMWOLF) recently welcomed to its Law Firm Membership Brown Stone Nimeroff LLC; an AV-rated, women-owned law firm with offices in Philadelphia, PA and Wilmington, DE. - September 10, 2008 - National Association of Minority and Women-Owned Law Firms
NPSA Members Prepared to Respond to Hurricane Ike
The National Portable Storage Association stands ready to respond to emergency situations in the wake of Hurricane Ike and other storms meteorologists expect to form this season. - September 10, 2008 - National Portable Storage Association
OptimaxX Calves Test the Market
The first set of USDA Age and Source Verified calves produced through the International Brangus Breeders Association (IBBA) OptimaxX program to sell in a video auction fared well. The lot of 60 steers consigned to Superior Livestock Auction by Schmidt Farms of Texarkana, TX brought a final bid of... - September 10, 2008 - International Brangus Breeders Association