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Independent Writers of Chicago: “Quidnunc: Little Known Reference Materials.”
Chief consulting editor of American Dictionaries for Oxford University Press, Erin McKean reveals unusual, unheard-of, invaluable reference books and where to find them. Tuesday, June 12th, at National-Louis University, Room 5006, 122 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago. Program 6 p.m. Networking 5 p.m. Nonmembers, $15; IWOC members free. For more information, call 847-855-6670 or visit iwoc.org. - May 31, 2007 - Independent Writers of Chicago
Immigration Reform Punishes Legal High-Skilled Immigrants, Says Immigration Voice
The 2007 Comprehensive Immigration Reform Bill, being touted as a “Grand Bargain”, ostensibly claims to reward merit. However, high-skilled workers who would supposedly benefit from the bill dispute such characterizations. After analyzing the fine-print of the Bill, the Core group... - May 31, 2007 - Immigration Voice
Press Release Writing for Virtual Assistants Just Got a Whole Lot Easier
Writing guide and template for Virtual Assistants taking the mystery out of writing press releases. - May 30, 2007 - Virtual Assistant Chamber of Commerce
National Portable Storage Association Looks Outside the Box
Containerized storage serves as a strong foundation for many newfangled uses, from portable restrooms to high-tech security checkpoints. Innovation continues to drive the industry. - May 28, 2007 - National Portable Storage Association
America Gets Invited to First Annual Pizza Cup
The World Pizza Champions, America's # 1 Pizza Team, will be competing and representing the US at the 2nd annual Trofeo Citta Di Napoli Campionato Internazionale Per Pizzaioli/ 1st Annual World Pizza Cup to be held June 12 -13, 2007. Members Tony Gemignani - CA, Bruno Di Fabio - NY, William Manzo ... - May 27, 2007 - World Pizza Champions
Alliance Hospitality Named Member of Local Business Club
Penn Shore, president of the Northwestern Mutual Financial Network Breakfast Club of the Triangle, has announced that the club has named Alliance Hospitality as a member in the hotels and motels category. Through its membership, Alliance Hospitality will have access to business development events,... - May 24, 2007 - The Northwestern Mutual Breakfast Club of the Triangle
National Portable Storage Association Urges Hurricane Preparedness
With predictions of an active storm season, the NPSA is warning businesses to reserve portable storage units ahead of time to avoid shortages that have occurred in the past. - May 24, 2007 - National Portable Storage Association
Business Leader Magazine Named Member of Local Business Club
Penn Shore, president of the Northwestern Mutual Financial Network Breakfast Club of the Triangle, has announced that the club has named Business Leader magazine as a member in the print media category. Through its membership, Business Leader magazine will have access to business development... - May 17, 2007 - The Northwestern Mutual Breakfast Club of the Triangle
ExecUchange President Named Member of Local Business Club
Penn Shore, president of the Northwestern Mutual Financial Network Breakfast Club of the Triangle, has announced that the club has named execUchange President Linda Leake as a member in the business development category. Through her membership, Leake will have access to business development events,... - May 15, 2007 - The Northwestern Mutual Breakfast Club of the Triangle
VirtualAssistantNetworking.com Hosts May 17 Teleseminar with Marketing Consultant Jim Logan
Marketing guru to share practical ways to avoid being viewed as offering a commodity service for Virtual Assistants and other independent professionals - May 15, 2007 - Virtual Assistant Chamber of Commerce
New York Public Housing Leaders Mobilizing for Action
NYC CCOP Will Lead Thousands Of Public Housing Residents To Converge On Washington To Get Action And Commitment On Federal Funding And Policy; Save Our Homes In Public Housing Rally In Washington DC, Tuesday May 15, 2007; Rally Location: Upper Senate Park From 11 AM TO 4 PM - May 14, 2007 - City-Wide Council of Presidents
Doubleday Addresses Seniors’ Concerns at Buckingham Springs Town Meeting
Buckingham Supervisor Candidate Wendel Doubleday met with senior citizens on Wednesday, May 9th, to discuss his priorities for making Buckingham Township a better community for all township residents, including its seniors. - May 12, 2007 - Friends of Wendel for Supervisor
Caribbean Conference on Sustainable Tourism Development will Focus on Health Tourism
IMSA President Eric Light to Address the Caribbean Conference on Sustainable Tourism Development will focus on Health Tourism - May 09, 2007 - The Day Spa Association
Independent Writers of Chicago: The Writing of Biographies and Mysteries
Versatile local writer Barbara Gregorich gives a two-part presentation that will help solve the many mysteries of writing for both these wildly popular genres. Tuesday, May 8th, Chicago Athletic Club’s 7th Floor Lakeshore Room, 12 S. Michigan Ave. Program 6 p.m. Networking 5 p.m. Nonmembers, $15; IWOC members free. For more information, call 847-855-6670 or visit the iwoc.org web site. - May 07, 2007 - Independent Writers of Chicago
Linuxjunkies Foundation Introduces FLOSSit.org, a Community-Based News Syndication Service with an Emphasis on FLOSS Technology and Advocacy
FLOSSit.org is a a community-based News Syndication service with an emphasis on Free Libre Open Source - FLOSS technology and advocacy. News stories and websites are submitted by the users, and then promoted to the front page through a user-based ranking system. - May 07, 2007 - Linuxjunkies Foundation
Urgent Care Journal Wins 2007 American Society of Healthcare Publication Editors Award
Urgent Care, the Official Journal of the AAUCM, Wins the Gold Award in the New Publication Category - May 06, 2007 - American Academy of Urgent Care Medicine
Captrust Financial Advisors Named Charter Member of Local Business Club
Northwestern Mutual Financial Network Breakfast Club Of The Triangle Names Founding Member - May 04, 2007 - The Northwestern Mutual Breakfast Club of the Triangle
6 Medals Won at the Pizza Olympics in Italy
Hundreds of competitors from dozens of countries including India, Sri Lanka, Croatia, Japan, Brazil, and the Ukraine converged on Salsomaggiore, Italy for the Pizza Olympics March 26-29, 2007. Opening ceremonies kicked off the four day event with each country parading through the competition hall... - May 04, 2007 - World Pizza Champions
How to Choose a Portable Storage Container
Portable storage units come in many sizes and offer bells and whistles you may not have known were available. Get some tips on how to choose the best match for your needs. - May 02, 2007 - National Portable Storage Association
Billy Packer Releases Podcast on Northwestern Mutual Financial Network Breakfast Club of the Triangle
Penn Shore, president of the Northwestern Mutual Financial Network Breakfast Club of the Triangle, has announced the release of Billy Packer’s podcast on the club. Packer is in his 25th season as lead analyst for CBS Sports’ college basketball coverage. He won a Sports Emmy Award in... - May 01, 2007 - The Northwestern Mutual Breakfast Club of the Triangle
Virtual Assistant Association Recognizes Members of the Year
Annual Honor bestowed on the year’s most inspiring Virtual Assistant volunteers - May 01, 2007 - Virtual Assistant Chamber of Commerce
Virtual Assistant Association Announces 2007 InnoVAtive Awards
Annual Honor bestowed on the year’s most inspiring Virtual Assistants - April 30, 2007 - Virtual Assistant Chamber of Commerce
David Glenn Named Member of Local Business Club
Penn Shore, president of the Northwestern Mutual Financial Network Breakfast Club of the Triangle, has announced that the club has named award-winning ACC Area Sports Journal editor and lead-writer David Glenn as a member in the print media category. Through his membership, Glenn will have access... - April 27, 2007 - The Northwestern Mutual Breakfast Club of the Triangle
International Association of Home Staging Professionals 2007 Symposium
Industry Growth, Direction, Breakthroughs and Awards Among the Attractions - April 26, 2007 - International Association of Home Staging Professional®
Barbour Photography Named Member Of Local Business Club
Penn Shore, president of the Northwestern Mutual Financial Network Breakfast Club of the Triangle, has announced that the club has named Barbour Photography as a member in the photography category. Through its membership, Barbour Photography will have access to business development events, Internet... - April 19, 2007 - The Northwestern Mutual Breakfast Club of the Triangle
RFID Tribe: My RFID Community
Association for RFID professionals creates a professional registry and community tool - April 19, 2007 - RFID Tribe
National Real Estate Investment Club’s Southern California Chapters Reveals the Secrets of Regular People Who Get Rich in Real Estate
National Real Estate Investment Club is proud to announce its three new chapters in Southern California. These new chapters will provide investors in Southern California access to the club’s unique blend of educational resources and investment opportunities. - April 18, 2007 - National Real Estate Investment Club, Inc.
Sam Ash Music Presents the North Carolina Songwriters Co-op Tenth Annual Song Contest
With over $10,000 in cash and prizes, the North Carolina Songwriters Co-op 10th Annual Song Contest officially opens June 1, 2007. The contest is the longest running, non-genre specific song contest in North Carolina. Sam Ash Music, The Musical Instrument Megastore grabbed the Presenting Sponsor slot with Oasis CD, ONLINEGIGS and the Alzheimer’s Foundation taking the three vied for Platinum levels. Some Gold, Silver and Supporter sponsorships are still available. - April 17, 2007 - North Carolina Songwriter's Co-Op
The 18th Annual Community Awards Banquet a will be in Santa Rosa, Calif.
The South and West Area Business Association – one of the largest Sonoma County business associations announced on Wednesday April 11, 2007 that it extends a cordial invitation to The 18th Annual Community Awards Banquet celebrated on Sunday, April 29th 2007 at 6:00 pm at the Santa Rosa Golf... - April 14, 2007 - SWABA
Celebrate National Preservation Month with Spring Specials at National Trust Historic Hotels of America®
This spring, members of National Trust Historic Hotels of America honor the country’s diverse and unique heritage by offering special packages and promotions during Preservation Month—May 2007. Each year, National Preservation Month promotes preservation efforts in big cities and small... - April 13, 2007 - Historic Hotels of America
THX Best Practices Lab to Host 2007 DVDA Excellence Awards
Ceremony at Historic Raleigh Studios in Hollywood, CA - April 12, 2007 - International Digital Media Alliance
Thomas, Judy & Tucker, PA Named Charter Member of Local Business Club
Northwestern Mutual Financial Network Breakfast Club Of The Triangle Names Founding Member - April 12, 2007 - The Northwestern Mutual Breakfast Club of the Triangle
Northwestern Mutual Financial Network Breakfast Club of the Triangle Announces April Events
Penn Shore, president of the Northwestern Mutual Financial Network Breakfast Club of the Triangle, has announced that charter member Wyrick Robbins Yates & Ponton LLP will host events on April 19 and 20 for club members. The events will include a cocktail reception April 19 from 5:30-7 p.m. at... - April 12, 2007 - The Northwestern Mutual Breakfast Club of the Triangle
North America Music Critics Name their Favorite Versions of Handel’s “Messiah”
On April 13th Handel’s masterwork – first performed as a benefit concert in Dublin, Ireland as a benefit fundraiser – turns 265 years old. In celebration, Music Academy Online surveyed U.S. and Canadian classical music critics, so average listeners and aficionados alike can choose from the best, this Easter holiday season. - April 10, 2007 - Music Academy Online
Wendel Doubleday Launches Web Site for Buckingham Township Supervisor Campaign
Buckingham, PA resident Wendel Doubleday kicked off his campaign for Buckingham Township Supervisor this week with an initial speech to a group of local supporters and the launch of his new campaign Web site, http://www.wendeldoubleday.com . - April 08, 2007 - Friends of Wendel for Supervisor
Independent Writers of Chicago: “Writing for Children Isn’t Kids Stuff”
To market, to market – how to break into the Youth Market? Author Marlene Targ Brill tells of the opportunities and requirements in writing for children, and how to approach publishers. Tuesday, April 10th, Chicago Athletic Club’s 7th Floor Lakeshore Room, 12 S. Michigan Ave. Program 6 p.m. Networking 5 p.m. Nonmembers, $15; IWOC members free. For more information, call 847-855-6670. - April 07, 2007 - Independent Writers of Chicago
TriSure Corporation Named Charter Member of Local Business Club
Penn Shore, president of the Northwestern Mutual Financial Network Breakfast Club of the Triangle, has announced that the club has named TriSure Corporation as a charter member. As a charter member, TriSure will have a select seat on the Charter Member Committee, which controls the recommendation... - April 06, 2007 - The Northwestern Mutual Breakfast Club of the Triangle
2007-2008 Comprehensive Guide to the Day Spa and Medical Spa Industries Increased 1/3 in Size – Includes Cutting-Edge Editorial
The Day Spa Association & The International Medical Spa Association's 2007-2008 Directory is off to the press! This 16th edition 4-color glossy nationwide guide to day spas, medical spas, spa products and service companies has been expanded to 80 pages due to a 25% increase in membership from... - April 05, 2007 - The Day Spa Association
Doubleday, Candidate for Township Supervisor, Wants to Restore Trust in Buckingham Township Government
Speaking before an engaged crowd in Doylestown on Saturday in his bid for one of the three seats on the Buckingham Township Board of Supervisors, Wendel Doubleday launched his campaign and vowed to bring transparency back to government and focus on responsible decision making, traffic safety,... - April 05, 2007 - Friends of Wendel for Supervisor
The Spa Person of the Year Award 2006
Educator, Consultant and Author, Vice President of Resources and Development, Inc. joins Douglas Preston of Preston, Inc., Linda-Anne Kahn of Beauty Kliniek Aromatherapy Day Spa and Wellness Center, Catherine Atzen of ATZEN®, Cheryl Sott of Aroma Works Software and Peggy Wynne Borgman of Preston Wynne who won this award over the past 5 years. - April 04, 2007 - The Day Spa Association
Virtual Assistant Association Creates Glossary Defining Virtual Professions
Knowing the differences help consumers find the right professionals. - April 03, 2007 - Virtual Assistant Chamber of Commerce
Portable Storage Takes a Bite Out of Construction Site Crime
As construction equipment and tool losses escalate, containerized storage offers a safe, secure stowaway to put the foreman’s mind at ease. - March 31, 2007 - National Portable Storage Association
Capitol Broadcasting Company Named Charter Member of Local Business Club
Penn Shore, president of the Northwestern Mutual Financial Network Breakfast Club of the Triangle, has announced that the club has named Capitol Broadcasting Company as a charter member. As a charter member, Capitol Broadcasting will have a select seat on the Charter Member Committee, which... - March 28, 2007 - The Northwestern Mutual Breakfast Club of the Triangle
Wisconsin Home Inspector Organization Offers Indoor Air Quality and Allergen Inspection Training
The Wisconsin Chapter of the National Association of Certified Home Inspectors (WiNACHI) is offering a 1-Day Indoor Air Quality and Allergen Inspection Training course on Saturday April 28th. The course is open to all Home Inspectors, Realtors and the general public. - March 27, 2007 - Wisconsin Chapter of the National Association of Certified Home Inspectors
Brown-Forman Retailers of the Year Honored at ABL Convention
In a ceremony during the Final Night Banquet of the American Beverage Licensees 5th Annual Convention on March 6 in Las Vegas, ABL joined Brown-Forman in recognizing the 2007 Brown-Forman Retailers of the Year. Sponsored by Brown-Forman, the awards are presented annually to recognize and honor... - March 27, 2007 - American Beverage Licensees
5th Annual ABL Convention a Success
The American Beverage Licensees (ABL) 5th Annual ABL Convention, which was held on March 4-6, 2007 in Las Vegas, built upon ABL’s first five years and signaled ABL’s growth from a youthful association into a truly maturing organization with a plan for the future. Focusing on the theme... - March 27, 2007 - American Beverage Licensees
ABL & Charmer-Sunbelt Encourage Social Responsibility
Following their participation in the recent American Beverage Licensees Convention, The Charmer Sunbelt Group has agreed to strengthen its relationship with ABL by sharing resources to jointly encourage social responsibility measures by supporting and promoting public outreach programs. - March 27, 2007 - American Beverage Licensees
US Cachaca Trade Council to Launch US Brand of Frisco Fish Cachaca
Fastest growing category of new distilled spirits gets more support from the US Cachaca Trade Council. Frisco Fish Premium Cachaca, is the fastest growing brand of Cachaca in North America. - March 27, 2007 - US Cachaca Trade Council
Containerized Storage Helps Companies Comply with SOX
As business leaders look to Congress for relief from corporate scandal-driven legislation, portable storage offers a convenient way to comply with laws. - March 24, 2007 - National Portable Storage Association
Professional Decal Application Association Holds Certification Training in Las Vegas
Join vinyl installers for VIP Certification training and networking opportunities on the eve of the International Sign Association’s annual Expo in Las Vegas this spring. - March 24, 2007 - Professional Decal Application Association