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Chris Hailey Files Paperwork to Establish Committee for Potential 2014 Mecklenburg County Sheriff Campaign
Chris Hailey establishes "Hailey for Sheriff" committee as first step for potential campaign in 2014. Formation of the committee allows Hailey, Director of Public Safety Training at Central Piedmont Community College in Charlotte, to assemble a staff and solicit donations on his behalf per NC Campaign Finance regulations. - August 03, 2013 - Hailey for Sheriff
Local professional organizers recognize National Simplify Your Life Week Offering tips to help people live and work more simply
Today marks the start of “National Simplify Your Life Week” and with elevated levels of stress being directly linked to managing the volume of clutter(1), it is a time of the year that time-crunched home and business owners in Maryland should take very seriously. It is a week during... - August 02, 2013 - NAPO-Baltimore
New Multicore Association Working Group Will Enable Tools to Optimize and Manage Multicore and Manycore Software
The Multicore Association’s new working group, Software-Hardware Interface for Multi-Many Core (SHIM), will provide a common interface to abstract the hardware properties important to multicore tools. - August 01, 2013 - Multicore Association
National Real Estate Investment Club Presents “The Best Kept Secret in Commercial Real Estate”
National Real Estate Investment Club (NREI Club) welcomes Jason Schubert to present “The Best Kept Secret in Commercial Real Estate.” On July 31, 2013, the NREI Club will showcase Jason Schubert who will inform both new and experienced investors on the “Best Kept Secret in... - July 31, 2013 - National Real Estate Investment Club, Inc.
NCVMA Awards Animal Welfare Grant to Tri-County Animal Shelter
North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association Supports Edenton-Area Animal Control Group - July 31, 2013 - NCVMA
Engerati Focus on Lack of Revenue Collection and Assurance Which May Put Sustainability of Utility Industry at Risk
It is surprising that few utilities take revenue assurance really seriously and address these issues at the highest level, says Dean Villet, Professional Services Director of Itron, a global technology and service provider to the utility industry. Says Dean Villet: “What we find is that... - July 28, 2013 - Engerati
Congressman Phil Roe Hosts "Services for Those Who Have Served" Veterans Event 8/15
“Services for Those Who Have Served” - Veterans Event August 15th at Kingsport Higher Education Center; Congressman Roe to Host - July 27, 2013 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
American Student Dental Association Launches Advocacy Alert System, Engage
The American Student Dental Association launched Engage, a grassroots advocacy-focused system that will be used to inform dental students about critical issues and rally in response to legislative activities that impact dentistry. Since June, ASDA used Engage to mobilize members to urge... - July 27, 2013 - American Student Dental Association
NCRMA Launches Save the NC Sales Tax Holiday Campaign Ahead of the 11th Annual Sales Tax Holiday
State’s Retail Merchant Association Encourages Consumers to Shop Locally During the 2013 Sales Tax Holiday - July 24, 2013 - NCRMA
Survey Shows Consumers Continue Recession-Like Behavior Despite Increase in Spending
Even as spending continues to rebound from the recession, consumers are using debit cards more frequently than credit cards, according to a recent survey of more than 600 Texans by Dallas-based SWACHA, one of the largest regional not-for-profit electronic payment associations in the country. Debit... - July 24, 2013 - SWACHA
Wildlife Control and Removal Business Opens in Madison WI
Brian Williams, a longtime resident of Madison, WI, realized his dream of opening his own wildlife control and removal business on July 15, 2013. Williams, owner of A All Animal Control of Madison, WI, developed a passion for hunting and fishing early in his life. With the support of his family,... - July 24, 2013 - A All Animal Control
Size Acceptance Organization, PLUS Positive (PLUS+) Hosts Official Launch Party & Silent Auction Fundraiser
Atlanta based organization, PLUS Positive (PLUS+) will host their official launch party for their forming non-profit organization to benefit plus size men and women. PLUS Positive’s (PLUS+) launch party will be held on August 10, 2013 from 5-9pm, featuring a silent auction, fashion show and... - July 24, 2013 - PLUS Positive
IEEE ICC 2014 to Explore “Communications: The Centrepoint of the Digital Economy” from June 10 – 14 in Sydney, Australia
“Call for Papers” Ends September 15, 2013 for Original Submissions Detailing the Latest Findings & Research in the Complete Range of Wireless and Wireline Communications - July 23, 2013 - IEEE Communications Society
North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association Offers Five Pet Summer Safety Tips
Statewide Veterinary Medical Group Discusses The Top Ways to Keep Pets Safe This Summer - July 21, 2013 - NCVMA
Revelations from an Oracle in a Tuscan Garden
Having learned the art of meditation, author Sandy Maroney encountered the oracle, Ariel, whose wisdom and knowledge are documented in "The Episodes: Excursions to Other Dimensions: A Spiritual Memoir." - July 21, 2013 - Association of Independent Authors
New York & New Jersey Minority Supplier Development Council Salutes Veteran Multicultural Businesses from 1970s-1990s
The Council Celebrates 40th Anniversary at Business Opportunity Expo with Salute to Veteran Council-Certified Minority Business Owners and Honors Claire Scanlon, BNY Mellon, with Appreciation Award in Supplier Diversity. - July 19, 2013 - New York & New Jersey Minority Supplier Development Council
Oklahoma Gov. Mary Fallin to Meet with IEEW PEACE THROUGH BUSINESS® Students Wednesday, July 24
Governor to Meet with The Institute for Economic Empowerment of Women and the PEACE THROUGH BUSINESS® Afghan and Rwandan Students in Oklahoma City. - July 19, 2013 - IEEW
Liberté, Eden Salon Host Annual Fashion Benefit for IEEW’s PEACE THROUGH BUSINESS® Program July 23
The Institute for Economic Empowerment of Women Announces Fashion Show in Oklahoma City to Benefit PEACE THROUGH BUSINESS® Program - July 18, 2013 - IEEW
National Atheist Party Votes to Change Name to "Secular Party of America"
The membership of the National Atheist Party (NAP) has voted and is announcing name change. - July 18, 2013 - Secular Party of America
Online Therapy Institute's Magazine is Still Free - Alongside Pay-What-You-Want Subscription Options
Online Therapy Institute has offered a free trade magazine for the helping professions since 2010. Now they have opted to adopt the Pay-What-You-Want business model to support continued publication of the digital resource for therapists, coaches and other helping professionals. - July 17, 2013 - Online Therapy Institute
Afghan and Rwandan Women Come to Dallas to Celebrate Peace and Opportunity Through Business
PEACE THROUGH BUSINESS ® Empowers Women Entrepreneurs in Afghanistan and Rwanda Through Training and Mentoring. - July 17, 2013 - IEEW
Texas Self Storage Association to Feature Reality Star at Annual Conference
The Texas Self Storage Association (TSSA) is holding its annual conference on October 27 – 29 in The Woodlands at the Waterway Marriott Hotel and Convention Center. Bill Rancic, winner of the first season of “The Apprentice,” is the opening session keynote speaker. The conference features four separate tracks, How-to Tech Talks, along with a trade show highlighting industry suppliers, manager-specific training, and expanded sessions for owners. - July 16, 2013 - Texas Self Storage Association
Startup and New Media Mastermind Summit to Shine Spotlight on Growing High Tech Business Community on Long Island
Entrepreneurs, venture capitalists, marketing consultants, business journalists and new media celebrities are joining together to showcase and promote Long Island’s dynamic startup and new media community at 6:30 p.m. this Thursday, July 18 at the Woodbury Country Club. “Long Island is... - July 16, 2013 - Startup and New Media Summit
It’s Back - KOSBE's 3rd Annual Breakfast of Champions Event
The Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship (KOSBE) will host its Third Annual KOSBE Award Winners Reunion event, Breakfast of Champions on Tuesday, July 30 from 7:30 – 9 a.m., at Food City – Press Room, 300 Clinchfield Street, downtown, Kingsport. This event is free and open to the public. - July 14, 2013 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
Professional Blogger, Heidi Nazarudin Launches E-book, "Blogger Babes Manual; Intro to Blogging"
After Years of Blogging, Nazarudin Shares Her Tips and Secrets to Success in the Blogosphere - July 14, 2013 - The Blogger Babes
Aundrea Wilcox Appointed to 2013 TNCPE Board of Examiners
Aundrea Y. Wilcox, Executive Director, Office of Small Business for the Kingsport Area Chamber of Commerce, has been appointed by the Board of Directors of the Tennessee Center for Performance Excellence (TNCPE) to the 2013 Board of Examiners. Every year, the TNCPE award program recognizes... - July 14, 2013 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
Dr. William Meisel Honored as Top Professional in Media Industry for 2013
William S. Meisel, of Tarzana, California, has recently been recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Registry for his exceptional contributions and achievements in the field of Media. About William S. Meisel Dr. William Meisel has over 30 years experience in commercial... - July 13, 2013 - Strathmore Who's Who
Georgia's Banks Get New Way to Save on Office Products
The Georgia Bankers Association has a new strategic partnership with Office Depot that can save banks and their employees a lot of money. GBA has joined forces with 23 other state bankers associations across the country to bring its members tremendous buying power, exclusive discounts and real savings. In fact, current participants of this program have saved an average of 20-30 percent over their prior office product costs. - July 13, 2013 - Georgia Bankers Association
Coleman Foundation Boosts Amount and Size of Grants Available at Annual National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship Conference
The Coleman Foundation will provide up to $150,000 in grants in the NACCE Entrepreneurial Colleges in Action Competition, which opens now and concludes at the 2013 NACCE Conference in Charlotte, NC, Oct. 13-16. - July 13, 2013 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
IMC Club Partnering with Hartzell Propeller, Hartzell Engine Technologies to Host IFR Proficiency Center at Oshkosh
IMC Club is partnering with Hartzell Propeller Inc. and its sister company Hartzell Engine Technologies to host an IFR Proficiency Center during AirVenture 2013 (Oshkosh). - July 12, 2013 - IMCClubs.org
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Recognizes Richard Deane Terrell
Richard Deane Terrell, of Yarralumla, Australia, has recently been recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry as an Industry Leader in Education for his outstanding contributions and achievements. About Richard Deane Terrell Richard Deane Terrell is Professor Emeritus at Australian... - July 11, 2013 - Strathmore Who's Who
Leadership Luncheon, Featuring CEO/Founder of TourDeFIT.com®
Thursday, July 18 at 11:30 AM: Charleston School of Business Club Hosts a Leadership Luncheon, Featuring CEO/Founder of TourDeFIT.com® - July 10, 2013 - CSBC Atlanta
Mexico: Dentists Have Medical Tourism Training to Sink Teeth in
Representatives of the Medical Tourism Association® met this week with the Sani Dental Group in Los Algodones, Mexico, where they conducted a training workshop and site visits leading toward their certification in International Patient Services. - July 05, 2013 - Medical Tourism Association™
Zonta Club of Douglas County Installs New Officers; Group Awards $7,750 in Scholarships, Grants
The Zonta Club of Douglas County recently installed new officers for the 2013-14 term, awarded a scholarship to a high school senior and presented grants to six nonprofit groups. Marcy O’Toole, Zonta Lt. Gov. for District 12, installed the following members as club officers: Rhonda... - July 04, 2013 - Zonta Club of Douglas County
IEEW Announces Mary Millben as Speaker at PEACE THROUGH BUSINESS® Graduation July 30
Entertainer and Activist to Speak at the Institute for Economic Empowerment of Women Ceremony - July 04, 2013 - IEEW
The Blogger Babes to Host Exclusive Makeup Masterclass Event with Giorgio Armani Cosmetics
The Event will Feature Armani Cosmetics & will be Held at Saks Fifth Avenue on July 19, 2013. - July 03, 2013 - The Blogger Babes
The Accredited Staging Professional® (ASP®) Course is Coming to Cherry Hill, NJ – July 17-19, 2013
This class is being offered for both Realtors® and Home Stagers, and will earn both a professional accreditation and designation in Home Staging. An accreditation is the highest form of training in the Home Staging industry. - July 03, 2013 - International Association of Home Staging Professional®
Medical Tourism Association® Offers Marketing Workshop in Portugal
The Medical Tourism Association® will present a daylong workshop on “Medical Tourism Marketing and the World Health,” Wednesday, July 10, at the Hotel Vila Gale Ópera, in Lisbon, Portugal. Renee-Marie Stephano, president of the Medical Tourism Association®, will offer... - July 03, 2013 - Medical Tourism Association™
NC Retail Merchants Association Announces Sales Tax Holiday Aug. 2-4, 2013
NCRMA Reminds Consumers of the 11th Annual Sales Tax Holiday Aug. 2-4 Sales Tax Holiday Provides Multiple Economic Benefits for Consumers, Businesses and the State’s Economy - July 03, 2013 - NC Retail Merchants Association
Medical Tourism Association® Workshop to Elevate Industry Awareness in Armenia
The Medical Tourism Association® will conduct a daylong workshop outlining “Opportunities for Medical Tourism in Armenia,” Wednesday, July 3, at Yerevan State University, in Yerevan, Armenia, in collaboration with Solutions and Dental Tourism Armenia. - July 03, 2013 - Medical Tourism Association™
IEEE CCNC 2014 to Highlight Latest Advancements in Consumer Communications from January 10 – 13 in Las Vegas, Nevada
“Call for Papers” Deadline Ends August 30 for Global Technology Forum Held in Conjunction with 2014 International CES. - July 02, 2013 - IEEE Communications Society
Medical Tourism Workshop Brings Industry Stakeholders to Tbilisi, Georgia
The Medical Tourism Association® (MTA), in collaboration with MedTourGeorgia, presented a daylong workshop on “Opportunities for Medical Tourism in Georgia,” June 25, 2013, at Tbilisi State Medical University. - June 30, 2013 - Medical Tourism Association™
The Accredited Staging Professional® (ASP®) Course from Stagedhomes.com® the Industry Leader in Home Staging Training – is Coming to Syracuse, NY July 16-18, 2013
The class is being offered for both Realtors® and Home Stagers who would like to earn both a professional Accreditation and Designation for Home Staging. An Accreditation is the highest form of Training in the Home Staging industry. - June 28, 2013 - International Association of Home Staging Professional®
Georgia Bankers Association Announces New Online Commercial Property, Other Bank Asset Marketing Tool
Bank Assetpoint is a new service to help banks market their commercial real estate and other assets to potential buyers. - June 28, 2013 - Georgia Bankers Association
Advanced Educational Opportunity for Home Staging Professionals
Barb Schwarz, The Creator of Home Staging®, CEO of StagedHomes.com®, and founder of the International Association of Home Staging Professionals® (IAHSP®) will personally teach the five-day Accredited Staging Professional Master® (ASPM®) Course September 30 - October 4, 2013 on Whidbey Island, WA (Seattle). - June 28, 2013 - International Association of Home Staging Professional®
Entrepreneurs' Organization Fort Worth Announces 2013-2014 Board
Continuing with their commitment to economic development and job creation, local entrepreneurs will lead the vision and development of EO Fort Worth. - June 27, 2013 - EO - Fort Worth
Medical Tourism Association® Expands MedicalTourism.com to Heighten Healthcare Awareness, Encourage Patient Engagement
MedicalTourism.com will be expanding their massive medical tourism educational portal by some 1,000 news pages in the next few months. - June 27, 2013 - Medical Tourism Association™
KOSBE/TSBDC Hosts International Exporting Trade Seminar Double Feature for Lenders and International Trade Professionals
The Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship (KOSBE) is hosting a Double Feature event on Thursday, July 11, 2013, at the Kingsport Chamber of Commerce featuring export trade. The morning session is from 9 a.m.- 11:30 a.m. and is for lenders only, while the afternoon... - June 23, 2013 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
American Academy of Private Physicians Launches Nationwide Web Directory
The American Academy of Private Physicians announced today the launch of their new website PrivatePhysicians.com. The site serves as a national directory of private physicians and is the only one of its kind. Owned and managed by the AAPP, PrivatePhysicians.com is a valuable resource for both... - June 22, 2013 - AAPP
Learn from a Successful Agritourism Farm at NAFDMA'S Advanced Learning Retreat
The 8th annual NAFDMA Advanced Learning Retreat (ALR) takes place in August. The event at Tweite's Family Farm in Byron, Minnesota features casual sessions and a behind the scenes look at a successful agritourism farm. - June 21, 2013 - NAFDMA