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National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship Appoints Therese Fellner as Vice President of Membership
Therese Fellner has joined the National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship as Vice President of Membership. She comes to NACCE from Wisconsin's Gateway Technical College. - January 31, 2014 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
U.S. Senate Candidate Ken Cope Offers Bold Tax Plan That Eliminates IRS
Texas U.S. Senate candidate Ken Cope has announced an income tax replacement plan that vastly simplifies federal tax collection, with the added benefit of eliminating the IRS. - January 30, 2014 - Cope Texas
New Jersey Slightly Higher Than National Average in Women on Corporate Boards
Executive Women of New Jersey’s inaugural report on the number of women on the boards of New Jersey’s leading publicly-held corporations found that New Jersey companies have elected women into board positions at a slightly higher rate than the US national average. However, women are... - January 29, 2014 - Executive Women of New Jersey (EWNJ)
Sound Auto Wholesalers Signs Vehicle Financing Agreements with Seven Auto Finance Companies and Banks
David DeVito, Vice President of Retail Auto Financing at Sound Auto Wholesalers has announced that the company has entered into retail financing agreements with seven different banks and finance companies. DeVito said "We want to offer our customers maximum flexibility to obtain financing for... - January 28, 2014 - Sound Auto Wholesalers
Small Business Assoication (SBA) Loan Workshop
The SBA will host a loan workshop on Thursday, February 13 from 2 to 4 p.m. at your Kingsport Chamber of Commerce. The workshop is open to individuals interested in starting a small business, as well as individuals who are already in business. - January 26, 2014 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
QuickBooks Training with Kathy Richard
KOSBE to host a QuickBooks Training with Kathy Richards, Wednesday, February 5 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at your Kingsort Chamber of Commerce. - January 26, 2014 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
EWNJ, PwC US to Release Report on Gender Diversity on NJ Boards
On Tuesday, January 28, 2014 at the Hilton East Brunswick, Executive Women of New Jersey (EWNJ) and PwC US will release their inaugural report on gender diversity on New Jersey corporate boards. The report will be released at a breakfast that will feature Denise Morrison, President and CEO of... - January 25, 2014 - Executive Women of New Jersey (EWNJ)
NCVMA Presents $5,000 High Five Grant to Phoenix Landing Bird Rescue
The North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association Supports Parrot Rescue Organization - January 25, 2014 - NCVMA
New Directors in UK and Australia Join Independent Authors Association
Two new directors based in the UK and Australia join the Association of Independent Authors expanding the company’s directorship across five continents. - January 24, 2014 - Association of Independent Authors
NAMWOLF’s Comment on the "Policy Statement Establishing Joint Standards for Assessing the Diversity Policies & Practices of Entities Regulated by the Agencies"
The following is NAMWOLF's Commentary on the "Policy Statement Establishing Joint Standards for Assessing the Diversity Policies & Practices of Entities Regulated by the Agencies": "The 'Policy Statement Establishing Joint Standards for Assessing the Diversity Policies &... - January 23, 2014 - National Association of Minority and Women-Owned Law Firms
"Being Anti-Social" Makes Best of Indie List
"Being Anti-Social" by multi award winning author, Leigh K Cunningham is one of IndieReader’s Best Indie Books for 2013. - January 23, 2014 - Association of Independent Authors
Georgia Bank Customers Should Beware of Email Scam Attempts
The Georgia Bankers Association and its members remind bank consumers to be on the alert for email scams trying to steal account numbers and other personal information. Banks do not ask for such information through emails and links embedded in emails. Recent non-bank data thefts raise the... - January 23, 2014 - Georgia Bankers Association
U.S. Senate Candidate Ken Cope Offers Five-Point "Contract with Texas"
US Senate candidate, Ken Cope, signed a formal contract with Texas outlining his campaign promises. Cope is challenging Sen. John Cornyn in the March 4 Republican primary. - January 23, 2014 - Cope Texas
Klee Associates, Inc. Closes SAP Training Practice to Focus Exclusively on JD Edwards
Klee Associates, Inc., with a decade of experience training SAP project teams, super users, and end users, announced today that they are closing the doors on their SAP practice. - January 22, 2014 - Klee Associates, Inc
IMC Club Chapter is Coming to Oshkosh, WI
Pilots will meet next Tuesday on January 28 at 7 PM in Oshkosh, WI, the “capital of General Aviation,” to establish the Fox Valley Chapter of the IMC Club International. Safe instrument flying is a matter of mitigating risk, personal minimums and standard operating procedures. If you... - January 22, 2014 - IMCClubs.org
Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association (CT REIA) Announces January 2014 Real Estate Investing Summit in North Haven, CT
On January 25-26, 2014 in North Haven, CT the Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association, or CT REIA, will be hosting a real estate investing summit with Andy Heller and Alan Cowgill. - January 22, 2014 - Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association - CTREIA
N.A.M.E.-National Alliance of Male Executives Recognized by Male Professionals and Executives as a Unique Online Community
N.A.M.E. is a 21st century unique online community for male executives and professionals in all industries. N.A.M.E. offers a blend of business-oriented services and entertainment services in an all inclusive venue. Their online forum and personalized staff makes their clients’ lives easier... - January 17, 2014 - N.A.M.E.
While Industry Numbers Show Overall Use of Banks Declining, Younger Adults May be Bucking That Trend According to a SWACHA Survey
Younger adults are leading the way back into banks; Use of ATMs, drive-throughs, and online banking at higher rates than older adults - January 17, 2014 - SWACHA
Excess Inventory Sale Benefiting Dress for Success Tampa Bay
The Dress for Success Tampa Bay Semi-Annual Excess Inventory Sale is right around the corner, held at Bayshore Baptist Church on Friday, February 21, from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm and Saturday, February 22, from 9:00 am to 3:00pm. Browse amazingly low priced attire, expand your wardrobe and help Dress... - January 17, 2014 - Dress for Success Tampa Bay
Become a Certified Baseball Umpire
2014 Massachusetts Baseball Umpire Association (MBUA) Patching Clinic - January 16, 2014 - Greater Lowell Baseball Umpires Association
Magnum, PERC Develop Solar/Propane Jobsite Lighting
A solar-powered and propane-fueled light tower from Magnum Power Products and developed in cooperation with the Propane Education & Research Council now offers a greener, more efficient way to illuminate construction jobsites. Incentives and tax credits are available to assist contractors and rental firms with their purchases. - January 15, 2014 - Propane Education & Research Council
Quickly Determine Heating Costs and Emissions by Fuel Type with New Energy Calculator App
New free, convenient app for Apple and Android devices gives professionals up-to-date information about heating costs and emissions for space- and water-heating systems powered by propane, heating oil, or electricity. - January 12, 2014 - Propane Education & Research Council
StagedHomes.com(R) Announces Sweepstakes to Win a Home Staging Course
StagedHomes.com(R), the leading provider of Home Staging education is conducting a sweepstakes to win a three-day Home Staging business course valued at $1795.00. The winner of the course will earn the coveted Accredited Staging Professional(R) designation. - January 11, 2014 - International Association of Home Staging Professional®
Latest Statistics Show Home Staging is Helping Homes Sell Even Faster
The most recent statistics released by StagedHomes.com(R) show that 95 percent of homes Staged by an Accredited Staging Professional(R) (ASP(R)) sell on average in 11 days or less, while the average days on market for non-staged homes is 90 days. Time on market has been reduced from a previous study that showed ASP(R) Staged homes selling within 23 days. The newest StagedHomes.com(R) statistics also show that ASP(R) Staged homes sell for 17 percent more money than homes that are not staged. - January 11, 2014 - International Association of Home Staging Professional®
IDGA's Interoperable EHR Roundtable Day
Facilitating the Conversation on Successful EHR Adoption - January 11, 2014 - IDGA
IEEE GLOBECOM 2013: Exploring the Power of Global Communications at 56th Annual International Event Held in Atlanta, Georgia
IEEE GLOBECOM 2013, the premier international conference dedicated to the advance of the entire array of global communications, highlighted its 56th annual conference in Atlanta, Georgia with the presentation of more than 1,500 technical papers, keynotes, business panels and industry forums... - January 10, 2014 - IEEE Communications Society
Ken Joyce Becomes a NACD Board Leadership Fellow
NACD Fellows Demonstrate Their Commitment to the Highest Levels of Corporate Governance and Leadership in the Boardroom. - January 09, 2014 - Ken Joyce, Corporate Director
U.S. Senate Candidate Ken Cope Names Tea Party Activist Campaign Manager
Greg Jessen, a Tea Party activist, has joined the Cope Texas campaign. Jessen will manage the campaign of Ken Cope who is running for U.S. Senate. - January 09, 2014 - Cope Texas
PRSA Delaware Elects New Board Members
The members of the Public Relations Society of America, Delaware Chapter recently elected two new directors to its board. Anthony Farina and Jean Toman will serve a two-year term. Anthony Farina, of Newark, was elected to a member-at-large position. Farina, who has more than 25 years of experience... - January 09, 2014 - PRSA Delaware
The Chairmen's RoundTable Elects Richard Earnest as New Chairman
San Diego non-profit organization announces 2014 board of director appointments. - January 08, 2014 - Chairmen's RoundTable
Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association (CT REIA) Announces Its January 2014 Monthly Meeting with Andy Heller
On January 13, 2014 the Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association, or CT REIA, will be hosting its monthly meeting with real estate investment expert Andy Heller. - January 08, 2014 - Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association - CTREIA
Chief Marketing Officer, Author and Speaker Christina Motley Chosen to Launch Women's Power Networking 2014 Power Lunch Series
Chief Marketing Officer-on-demand Christina Motley helps Triangle business owners power up their marketing skills at WPN Power Lunch January, 10, 2014 in Raleigh. - January 07, 2014 - Women's Power Networking
Nominations Open for 2014 Georgia CIO of the Year Awards
Nominations are open for the 2014 Georgia CIO of the Year Awards, the premier technology executive recognition program in the state. Anyone can nominate a deserving technology executive, including but not limited to: peers, staff, technology vendors, and the greater IT community. - January 06, 2014 - Georgia CIO Leadership Association
WildBlue Aircraft Sales & IMC Club form Joint Marketing Venture
Aircraft sales company, WildBlue, LLC, and IMC Club announced a joint marketing venture designed to give clients and members of both organizations easier access to world-class information and services. IMC Clubs, the brainchild of Radek Wyrzykowski, is a membership based Non-Profit 501(c)(3)... - January 06, 2014 - IMCClubs.org
Medical Tourism Association Certification: Something for Sani Dental Group to Smile About
The Medical Association awarded International Patient Services Certification to administrators, doctors and clinical staff from the Sani Dental Group in Los Algodones, Mexico. - January 05, 2014 - Medical Tourism Association™
Former Do-It-Yourself Internet Reputation Management Workbook is Now Available as a Kindle E-Book on Amazon.com
The Complete Do-It-Yourself Internet Reputation Management Workbook, by Austin Texas author Don Martin (Don Martin Public Affairs), previously a self-published book, is now available as a Kindle e-book on Amazon.com The book is for sale at a considerably reduced price and available to a much wider market through Kindle publishing. - January 03, 2014 - Don Martin Public Affairs
U.S. Senate Candidate Ken Cope Promises Solid Alternative to Obamacare
U.S. Senate candidate Ken Cope pledged today that within six months of being elected, he would present a comprehensive alternate health insurance plan to Americans to replace the Obamacare debacle. "I just hope the implosion of the Affordable Care Act hasn't destroyed the entire health... - January 01, 2014 - Cope Texas
Good News for Baltimore’s Most Cluttered Homes: Online Photo Contest Offers Baltimore Residents a Chance to Reclaim Space and Sanity
The Greater Baltimore Chapter of the National Association of Professional Organizers (NAPO-Baltimore) today announced the start of the “B’more Organized 2014 Photo Contest” to focus attention on how getting organized empowers people to regain control over their time, paperwork,... - December 30, 2013 - NAPO-Baltimore
A All Animal Control Franchise Celebrates 19 Years
A All Animal Control, one of the largest wildlife management franchises in the U.S. is celebrating its 19th year in business in January. "I'm excited to announce another successful year, our 19th, delivering the most gentle and complete wildlife control from coast to coast," Mark Dotson,... - December 29, 2013 - A All Animal Control
StagedHomes.com Announces Home Staging Classes for Winter/Spring 2014
Become an Accredited Staging Professional® (ASP®) through StagedHomes.com®. StagedHomes.com® is the original provider of Home Staging training since 1999. The ASP® course was designed by Barb Schwarz, The Creator of Home Staging®, after decades of instructing real estate professionals in the art of Home Staging. Get educated through the finest Home Staging training in the world. - December 28, 2013 - International Association of Home Staging Professional®
Dan Merriam Opens Sound Auto Wholesalers in East Haven, Connecticut
Dan Merriam is proud to continue his family's tradition, opening a used car dealership. The mission of Sound Auto Wholesalers is to create satisfied customers for life. - December 25, 2013 - Sound Auto Wholesalers
Home Staging Industry Leader StagedHomes.com® Hires New Marketing Director
StagedHomes.com®, the first and foremost Home Staging training organization, recently hired Brandi Cernohlavek as Director of Marketing. Brandi has over 20 years of marketing experience on both the corporate level and with small businesses. She has a background in interior design and resides in Montana. - December 23, 2013 - International Association of Home Staging Professional®
Home Staging Inventor Offers Tips for Holiday Décor
Barb Schwarz, The Creator of Home Staging®, recently shared how to tastefully Stage for the holidays – from Valentine’s Day to Christmas - on Houston Real Estate Radio. “Less is more and don’t overdue,” said Barb, “Especially if you are trying to sell your home.” - December 21, 2013 - International Association of Home Staging Professional®
Home Staging Creator Receives Prestigious Award
Barb Schwarz, The Creator of Home Staging®, recently was presented with the Lifetime Achievement Award from Seattle-King County REALTORS® (SKCR) in Bellevue, WA. According to SKCR, “Barb Schwarz is recognized nationally and internationally as the leader of the Home Staging industry and has transformed the real estate industry.” - December 20, 2013 - International Association of Home Staging Professional®
North Carolina Business Leaders, United for Education, Name CEO of Nonpartisan Advocacy Group BEST NC
Brenda Berg to lead Business for Educational Success and Transformation in North Carolina. - December 20, 2013 - Business for Educational Success and Transformation
Ken Cope Joins Race for U.S. Senate in Texas
Retired Army Lt. Colonel Ken Cope enters U.S. Senate race in Texas challenging John Cornyn. - December 20, 2013 - Cope Texas
The Certification Commission, LLC Promotes Julia Baldini to Marketing Director
Provider of Specialty Medical Assistant Certification Enhances Its Marketing Efforts to Continue Developing the Careers of Industry Professionals - December 18, 2013 - Specialty Certified Medical Assistants
New York & New Jersey Minority Supplier Development Council Honors Fortune 500 Companies Ernst & Young LLP, Johnson & Johnson and Con Edison with 2013 Partnership Awards
Top Corporations and Minority Businesses Saluted at 40th Anniversary Partnership Awards Gala in New York City - December 18, 2013 - New York & New Jersey Minority Supplier Development Council
NCVMA Presents $1,900 Animal Welfare Grant to the SPCA of Northeastern North Carolina
The North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association Supports Local SPCA Chapter. - December 15, 2013 - NCVMA
Jewell Jackson McCabe Emerging Leaders Institute Graduates 49 Women & Girls in Its 5th Leadership Class
The Jewell Jackson McCabe Emerging Leaders Institute (ELI) welcomed 49 women and girls into membership on Saturday, December 7, 2013 during its fifth graduation ceremony. The theme was “Women Rising: Prepared, Inspired and Ready to Lead” and the keynote address delivered by Motivational... - December 13, 2013 - ELI