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SIP Forum Names Spencer Dawkins Technical Director
The SIP Forum announced today the selection of Spencer Dawkins as its new Technical Director. A longtime member of the SIP Forum and major contributor to Forum work, Dawkins brings to this role about a decade of leadership experience helping to advance SIP and SIP-related technologies within... - May 08, 2012 - SIP Forum
Dog Training Professionals Annual Conference
Dog obedience instructors and trainers will meet in Springfield, MO on May 12-13 for the 2012 Conference, sponsored by the National Association of Dog Obedience Instructors (NADOI). - May 07, 2012 - National Association of Dog Obedience Instructors
Connecting Employers with Talent - May Sweepstakes Winner
The National Black Chamber of Commerce and Diversified Workplace announce Ms. Stephannye Crews-Myers as the May Connecting Employers with Talent Sweepstakes Winner - May 06, 2012 - Diversified Workplace
Illinois Bar Foundation Announces Grant Recipients
Thirty-six law-related organizations are recipients of fiscal year 2012 grants totaling $330,000 - May 05, 2012 - Illinois Bar Foundation
Critical Illness Insurance Claims Often Begin Prior to Age 55
Critical illness insurance which pays upon diagnosis of cancer, heart attack or stroke is benefiting younger individuals according to a report just published by the American Association for Critical Illness Insurance. - May 05, 2012 - American Association for Critical Illness Insurance
The NC Center for Women in Public Service Presents Upcoming Women on Board Workshops
Workshops Encourage Women to Seek Leadership Positions - May 05, 2012 - NCCWPS
Harry H. Godlewski Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Publication
Harry H. Godlewski, of Donora, Pennsylvania, has recently been recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for his outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Nuclear Automation and Power. About Harry H. Godlewski Harry H. Godlewski is a Principal Engineer for... - May 04, 2012 - Strathmore Who's Who
TSBDC-Certified Counselor Available for One-On-One Business Counseling at the Rogersville Chamber of Commerce
The Tennessee Small Business Development Center (TSBDC) at ETSU Kingsport Affiliate Office will have a certified counselor on hand by appointment only for free business counseling on the Thursday, May 10 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Rogersville Chamber of Commerce, located at 107 East Main Street,... - May 03, 2012 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
Selden Teen Paralyzed in Tragic Accident Returns Home with a Little Help from Nari
On Saturday, May 5, 2012, members of the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) NYC/Long Island Chapter will come together for the completion of a community service outreach program, which began in July of last year, benefiting a local family; the Rosa’s, from Selden. Andrew Rosa was 15 years old when he was riding his bike near his home and was struck by a driver, leaving him with severe traumatic brain injury and in a vegetative state. - May 03, 2012 - The National Association of the Remodeling Industry
Podcast with 2012 Economic Development Forum Speaker Joel Kotkin Touts Triangle’s Economic Promise
Forbes Columnist Highlights Growing Attractiveness of Raleigh-Durham Area - May 02, 2012 - Wake County Economic Development
ASDA Launches Leadership Development Conference for Dental Students
The American Student Dental Association opened registration today for its first-ever National Leadership Conference to take place Nov. 2-4 at the Holiday Inn Mart Plaza in Chicago. The event was created when ASDA recognized that its members experience a void in training related to... - May 02, 2012 - American Student Dental Association
Free Training at TSBDC/KOSBE Small Business Spring Night School for Existing Businesses
TSBDC at ETSU and KOSBE will host a free Small Business Spring Night School on Tuesday, May 22 from 6 - 9 p.m., at the Kingsport Chamber of Commerce, 400 Clinchfield Street, Ste. 100, downtown Kingsport. Primarily, the Small Business Fall Night School provides free training, networking... - May 02, 2012 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
Worldwide Service Provider Technical Community to Converge at SIPNOC US 2012
Senior engineering and operations personnel from domestic and international carriers, MSOs and top stakeholders across the service provider community to convene at two-day conference to be held in Herndon, VA, June 25-27, 2012. - May 01, 2012 - SIP Forum
TSBDC-Certified Counselor Available for One-On-One Business Counseling at the Morristown Chamber of Commerce
The Tennessee Small Business Development Center (TSBDC) at ETSU Kingsport Affiliate Office will have a certified counselor on hand by appointment only for free business counseling on the Thursday, May 3 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., at the Morristown Chamber of Commerce, located at 825 W. 1st North... - April 29, 2012 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
Peoria Chamber of Commerce to Sponsor 1st Annual Taste of the West Wine Festival
Wine / Art / Food / Music / Silent Auction - Proceeds to benefit a young recipient of Guardian Angel Service Dogs, Inc. - April 28, 2012 - Peoria Chamber of Commerce
SHRM-JC Holds Inaugural Charitable Golf Tournament, "Chip in for a Cause"
Society for Human Resource Management of Johnson County Holds Inaugural Charitable Golf Tournament, “Chip in for a Cause” - April 28, 2012 - Society for Human Resource Management of Johnson County
The National Association of Flight Instructors (NAFI) and IMC Club Announced Partnership
The National Association of Flight Instructors (NAFI) and IMC Club announced partnership through a mutual letter of understanding. - April 27, 2012 - IMCClubs.org
Mortgage Alliance of Southwest Florida Discusses the New HARP 2.0 Program
HARP 2.0 Allows More Homeowners to Refinance to Lower Interest Rates - April 27, 2012 - Mortgage Alliance of Southwest Florida
Local 342 Members Say Cutbacks in Staff Hours, Budget Causes Resident Neglect at Catholic Nursing Home in Queens
Union Workers Rally at Ozanam Hall - April 27, 2012 - UFCW Local 342
14th Annual Child Care Business Expo Presented by the Women’s Business Development Center to be Held June 2
Expo provides child care entrepreneurs access to creative solutions to today’s business issues and to a much-needed network of resources and support. - April 26, 2012 - Women's Business Development Center
Joel Kotkin to Deliver Keynote Address at 2012 Economic Development Forum on May 9
Forbes Columnist Will Speak at the Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce Forum and Launch of Triangle Talent Attraction Campaign - April 26, 2012 - Wake County Economic Development
Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association (CT REIA) Announces April 2012 All-Day Investment Seminar with Sue Nelson
On April 28, 2012, the Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association (CT REIA) will be hosting an all-day seminar with Sue Nelson in Meriden, CT. Attendees will learn about REO investing. - April 25, 2012 - Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association - CTREIA
Robert Lichtenfels Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Publication
Robert Lichtenfels, of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, has recently been recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for his outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Information Systems. About Robert Lichtenfels Robert Lichtenfels is Technical Support Supervisor at Pair... - April 25, 2012 - Strathmore Who's Who
Sean P. Kelly Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Publication
Sean P. Kelly, of Allen, Texas, has recently been recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for his outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Fabricated Materials/Supply Chain. About Sean P. Kelly Sean P. Kelly is the Director of Supply Chain at Amphenol Fiber Systems... - April 25, 2012 - Strathmore Who's Who
Snehalata Huzurbazar Named Deputy Director of SAMSI
Snehalata Huzurbazar, Associate Professor of Statistics at the University of Wyoming, has accepted the position of Deputy Director of the Statistical and Applied Mathematical Sciences Institute (SAMSI) for the next two years. Huzurbazar will take a leave of absence from the University of Wyoming... - April 25, 2012 - National Institute of Statistical Sciences
John F. May Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Publication
John F. May, of Bethesda, Maryland, has recently been recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for his outstanding contributions and achievements in field of International Finance. About John F. May John F. May is Lead Population Specialist with the World Bank. Dr. May’s... - April 22, 2012 - Strathmore Who's Who
Andrea Roesinger Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Publication
Andrea Roesinger, of Weinheim, Germany has recently been recognized as a Round Table Member by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for her outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Information Technology. About Andrea Roesinger Andrea Roesinger is the Senior Vice President at... - April 22, 2012 - Strathmore Who's Who
Alisa Mirabel Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Publication
Alisa Mirabel, of Henderson, Nevada, has recently been recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for her outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Marketing. About Alisa Mirabel Alisa Mirabel is Vice President of Marketing at Marketing Results, Inc. Ms. Mirabel... - April 22, 2012 - Strathmore Who's Who
Women’s Business Development Center Programs in May for Women Business Owners
Programs support and accelerate Women’s Business Ownership and strengthen the impact of women on the economy - April 22, 2012 - Women's Business Development Center
NAWBO Chicago Celebrates Success: Powered by Women
The Chicago chapter of the premier organization for women entrepreneurs, the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO), honored 10 of Chicago’s most successful and notable women in business as 2012 Corporate Women of Achievement, Woman Business Owner of the Year and Member of the Year during its Annual Achievement luncheon in downtown Chicago on April 19. - April 22, 2012 - National Association of Women Business Owners-Chicago
Business Alliance Rally 2012 Lends Support to Alzheimers NC
Join local businesses in support of Alzheimers North Carolina at Women's Power Networking "Business Alliance Rally 2012” vendor and business expo in Raleigh, NC May 19th. - April 20, 2012 - Women's Power Networking
Rocky Mountain Urgent Care Earns Urgent Care Center Accreditation
Urgent Care Center Accreditation ensures the provision of quality healthcare and the principles of professionalism. - April 20, 2012 - American Academy of Urgent Care Medicine
IEEE DySPAN 2012 to Explore Dynamic Spectrum Access & Cognitive Radio Technologies & Policies from October 16 – 19, 2012 in Bellevue, Washington
International Event Dedicated to the Efficient Use of the Radio Spectrum Announces May 18, 2012 as “Call for Papers” Deadline - April 19, 2012 - IEEE Communications Society
Lee M. Schiller Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Publication
Lee M. Schiller, of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, has recently been recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who for his outstanding contributions and achievements in field of International Packaging. About Lee M. Schiller Lee M. Schiller is the President and Owner of G/B International Packing Services,... - April 19, 2012 - Strathmore Who's Who
Illinois Residents Can Consult a Lawyer at No Cost on Saturday, April 28
Lawyer volunteers will be able to answer questions about consumer problems, family law, estate planning, personal injury, or any other legal situations affecting individuals. - April 19, 2012 - Illinois State Bar Association
NCVMA High Five Grant Helps Marshall Nonprofit Host Successful Training Session
Technical Large Animal Emergency Rescue Awareness Level Training a Success - April 19, 2012 - NCVMA
Melissa C. Martin Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Publication
Melissa C. Martin, of Gardena, California, has recently been recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for her outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Medical Physics. About Melissa C. Martin Melissa C. Martin is a Certified Medical Physicist at Therapy Physics Inc. - April 18, 2012 - Strathmore Who's Who
TSBDC-Certified Counselor Available for One-On-One Business Counseling at the Rogersville Chamber of Commerce
The Tennessee Small Business Development Center (TSBDC) at ETSU Kingsport Affiliate Office will have a certified counselor on hand by appointment only for free business counseling on the Thursday, April 26 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Rogersville Chamber of Commerce, located at 107 East Main... - April 18, 2012 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
Patient First Earns Urgent Care Center Accreditation
Congratulations to Patient First which operates Urgent Care Centers in Pennsylvania, Virginia and Maryland, the latest group to earn Urgent Care Center Accreditation with the American Academy of Urgent Care Medicine (AAUCM). Accreditation is a voluntary process through which an Urgent Care Center... - April 18, 2012 - American Academy of Urgent Care Medicine
KOSBE Executive Director to Have Local Book Preview and Signing
On Saturday, April 21, local author, Aundrea Wilcox, will have a local book preview and signing from 1 – 3 p.m. located at The Acoustic Coffeehouse, 415 West Walnut Street, Johnson City. Her first book, Startup Savvy: Strategies for Optimizing Small Business Survival and Success, was... - April 18, 2012 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
Sweat Equity Network Makes It Possible for Anyone to Race Around the Hawaiian Islands. Virtual Racing Teams Racking Up Miles on Behalf of Charity.in.
It’s an adventure race you can join from your own backyard. Sweat Equity Network has opened registration for the first ever Great Race: Hawaiian Islands. The Great Race is a virtual race that uses the company’s online Leap4Life platform to enable teams anywhere in the world to compete... - April 17, 2012 - Sweat Equity Network
Local 342 Members Working at Catholic Nursing Home in Queens Look to Religious Leaders for Support
"Selfish Employer’s Policies Hurting Workers and Putting Patient Care at Risk," According to the Union and its members working at the facility - April 16, 2012 - UFCW Local 342
SIIA Opposes California Bill Restricting Self-Insurance for Smaller Employers
The Self-Insurance Institute of America, Inc. (SIIA) today announced that it will work to defeat California legislation that would effectively eliminate the ability of smaller employers to self-insure their employee healthcare plans. As amended this week, the proposed bill, SB 1431, now would... - April 14, 2012 - Self-Insurance Institute of America, Inc.
Congresswoman Loretta Sanchez to be Keynote at ALPFA Boston Sixth Annual Latina Summit
ALPFA Boston announced details of its Sixth Annual Boston Chapter Latina Summit entitled Building Latina Leaders, Strong From the Inside Out. This year’s Latina Summit is part of ALPFA National’s 10-City Tour to recognize the tenth year for the Women of ALPFA program. The tour aims to... - April 14, 2012 - ALPFA Boston
Expanded Collection Industry Newsletter Launched called "The Debt Collector"
Distributed to over 25,000 collection industry professionals, "The Debt Collector.org" will provide news, videos, links and information covering the many facets of the accounts receivable management industry today. It will be delivered free to subscribers via email on a daily basis. - April 14, 2012 - National Board of Collection Attorneys
Triangle Engineering Firms Pay It Forward
Local transportation engineering, design, and construction firms have picked up WTS’s mission to support STEM education and outreach. They are supporting WTS’s initiatives with their time and money. Sponsors of “A Night of New Horizons” Scholarship and Awards Gala include: AECOM, Atkins Global, CH Engineering, PLLC, Ecological Engineering, LLP, Eydo, HNTB North Carolina, PC, H.W. Lochner, Inc., Martin/Alexiou/Bryson PC, Mulkey Engineers & Consultants, Inc., Richardson Smith Gardner & Associates. - April 14, 2012 - WTS - NC Triangle Chapter
Meet the Islington Chamber of Commerce's Small Business CSR Champion
The ICoC is keen to support and encourage the small business community in CSR pursuits. They are pleased to announce that one of their most active members will be representing the small business voice in the CSR agenda. Jo Langdale, Chartered Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Personnel &... - April 14, 2012 - Islington Chamber of Commerce
The Islington Chamber and Camden Business Network Want to Get Businesses Funded
In this tough economic climate, it's more difficult than ever before for small businesses to find funding to grow. Many SMEs lack confidence in the banking system to approach their local banks for bank loans. On the 18th April The ICoC and Camden Business Network are proud to present a high impact... - April 14, 2012 - Islington Chamber of Commerce
Bimrose Progressive Media Launches "Use the 19th" Campaign
Bimrose Progressive Media is announcing the launch of their most recent campaign, Use the 19th. The campaign encourages women to use their right to vote obtained in the 19th Amendment to make sure our elected representatives stand up for the rights of women. - April 12, 2012 - Bimrose Progressive Media
Astronaut Story Musgrave to Give Talk on “How to Design a Life for Yourself, One Step at a Time”
Story Musgrave, a NASA Astronaut for more than 30 years, will speak on “How to Design a Life for Yourself, One Step at a Time,” at the NC Triangle Chapter of WTS International, annual scholarship and awards gala on April 25 at Raleigh’s Cardinal Club. - April 11, 2012 - WTS - NC Triangle Chapter