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SWACHA President and CEO Dennis Simmons Appointed to 2011-2012 ASAE Government Relations Section Council
The American Society of Association Executives (ASAE) announced today the appointment of Dennis Simmons, AAP, to the 2011-2012 Government Relations Section Council. Simmons is the president and CEO of SWACHA, one of the largest not-for-profit regional payments associations in the... - July 02, 2011 - SWACHA
Setting the Sustainability Agenda for the 21st Century
Notable Figures from the Administration, Cabinet Agencies, Major Corporations, Non-Profits and Civil Society Organizations Gathered in Washington to Mark the Launch of National Leadership Speaker Series Co-hosted by ICLEI USA and USGBC. - July 02, 2011 - ICLEI USA
The North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association Releases Podcast on Travelling with Pets
Dr. Phil McHugh Discusses Pet Safety on the Road - July 02, 2011 - NCVMA
Leave it to the Pros: Wisconsin Pediatricians Urge Caregivers to Prohibit Use of Fireworks
WIAAP (Wisconsin Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics) members encourage families and caregivers to think twice before using fireworks at home. There are a surprising number of fires, injuries and deaths each year resulting from casual usage of fireworks. Instead of purchasing fireworks for use at home, WIAAP suggests taking advantage of the numerous displays available through professionals during the Independence Day holidays. - July 01, 2011 - Wisconsin Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics
NAFDMA’s 2011 Advanced Learning Retreat - Save the Date
North American Farmers’ Direct Marketing Association announces their sixth annual Advanced Learning Retreat (ALR). - July 01, 2011 - NAFDMA
Angolan Investment Opportunities to be Showcased at iPAD Angola in September
Senior Angolan cabinet members will once again head up a high-level, expert government delegation addressing prospective investors at the annual iPAD* Angola investment forum which is taking place in Luanda, Angola from 13-16 September. The conference and exhibition will focus on infrastructure... - July 01, 2011 - iPAD Angola
Democracy Gets a New Voice on Independence Day
Poliwics.com was created to support America's founding principles that government should be "of the people, by the people, and for the people." Poliwics.com is here to help raise the voice of the individual voter and to take political discourse out of the dominant realm of the politically elite and put it back into the hands of our nation's citizens. - June 30, 2011 - Poliwics
SWACHA Announces Two-Day ACH Beginners Boot Camp on July 19
What: This intense two-day seminar designed for ACH beginners will go into detail on ACH rules, risk management, compliance issues and much more. When: Tuesday, July 19, 2011 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Wednesday, July 20, 2011 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Where: SWACHA Office 1999 Bryan, Ste. - June 30, 2011 - SWACHA
IEEE WCNC 2012 to Explore Wireless Communications Advances in Paris, France from April 1 – 4, 2012
Premier International Forum Announces September 12, 2011 as “Call for Papers” Deadline - June 29, 2011 - IEEE Communications Society
The Women Empowering Women Symposium International Tour is Coming to Singapore Honoring Dee Dee Mahmood for Empowering Women Around the World
Just Fearless, LLC an international multi-media organization focused on women’s empowerment announces the Singapore Women Empowering Women Symposium, a summit designed to empower and inspire women to succeed in both their personal and professional lives and support charities that empower and... - June 29, 2011 - Just Fearless, LLC
Connecticut Real Estate Investors Assn. (CT REIA) Announces July 2011 Meeting and 8th Anniversary Celebration
On July 11, 2011 the Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association (CT REIA) will be hosting its 8th anniversary celebration and monthly meeting with pre-foreclosure expert Bob Lachance. - June 29, 2011 - Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association - CTREIA
Boston Walkers Needed to Help Fight Arthritis
Looking for volunteers and walkers for the 2011 Boston Arthritis Walk to help raise funds for arthritis research and public health programs. - June 29, 2011 - Arthritis Foundation
IEEE ICC 2011 Explores Global Advance of Wireless System & Networking Communications in Kyoto, Japan
Themed the "Source of Innovation: Back to the Origin,” the IEEE International Communications Conference (ICC 2011) recently concluded its latest annual event with over 1,800 international experts participating in 1,200 presentations dedicated to next-generation wireless and optical... - June 28, 2011 - IEEE Communications Society
AUSIB Concludes a Successful Delegation of the US' National Foundation for Women Legislators (NFWL) to India
The Alliance for US India Business (AUSIB) announces the successful completion of its National Foundation for Women Legislators (NFWL) delegation to India. - June 25, 2011 - Ausib
KOSBE Award Winner, Picsee Studio to Hold Ribbon Cutting and Soiree
Photography with Heart - June 24, 2011 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
Woodlands Area Tea Party Aims to Educate and Entertain Through Its Vacation Liberty School
The Texas Tea Party Patriots PAC is hosting a Vacation Liberty School for eight to thirteen year old children during the second and third weeks of July. Vacation Liberty School is modeled after Vacation Bible School by engaging children in a fun atmosphere to learn during their summer break from... - June 24, 2011 - Texas Tea Party Patriots PAC
North Carolina Electronic Security Association Retains IMI Association Executives for Full-Service Association Management
IMI Association Executives adds NCESA as new client. - June 24, 2011 - IMI Association Executives
ICLEI USA Applauds Houston Mayor Parker for Receiving the 2011 U.S. Conference of Mayors’ Climate Protection Award
Mayor Parker and City of Houston Recognized by US Mayors for Implementing the Green Office Challenge, an Innovative ICLEI USA Program to Reduce GHG Emissions and Energy Consumption Among Businesses and Commercial Buildings – Millions of Dollars in Savings - June 22, 2011 - ICLEI USA
Modernized Texas Self Storage Lien Bill Signed by Governor
The Texas Self Storage Association (TSSA) took an active role in this year’s Texas legislative session to support changes to the Chapter 59 foreclosure process affecting self storage operators in Texas. Their efforts paid off on Friday, June 17 when Governor Perry signed the bill modernizing... - June 22, 2011 - Texas Self Storage Association
IFMA Phoenix Announces Winners of 2011 Awards of Excellence
The Greater Phoenix Chapter of IFMA announces the winners of the 8th Annual Awards of Excellence, which recognize groups and individuals who have made significant contributions to the facility management profession and the association. - June 22, 2011 - Greater Phoenix Chapter of IFMA
MTA Announces Launch of iTunes Medical Tourism Channel
As part of the commitment to education, the MTA has launched a channel on iTunes and has released it's exclusive interviews, podcasts and webinars in order to provide accurate information to people interested in learning more about this industry. - June 22, 2011 - Medical Tourism Association™
Raleigh City Councilor Nancy McFarlane Introduces Small Business Initiative
Vows to Streamline Process to Ensure “Raleigh is Open for Business” - June 22, 2011 - Nancy McFarlane
AUSIB Congratulates Dr. Mak Jawadekar on Being Conferred a Honorary Doctor of Science (D.Sc)
The Alliance for US India Business (AUSIB) congratulates Dr. Makarand (Mak) Jawadekar on being conferred the Doctor of Science (D.Sc), Honoris Causa by the Dr. D. Y. Patil University, Mumbai, India. Dr. Jawadekar was awarded the doctorate in recognition of his valuable service to the pharmaceutical... - June 22, 2011 - Ausib
KOSBE Executive Director Releases First Book, Startup Savvy, to Help Small Businesses Stay in Business and Succeed
The new book is filled with professional advice and tips especially for potential entrepreneurs and any business in business less than five years. - June 21, 2011 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
$11 Million Invested in Saginaw County
In the 1st quarter of 2011, Saginaw Future (SF) assisted eight companies that invested nearly $11 million, creating and retaining 927 jobs. Also, seven regional companies won 23 government contracts valued at more than $75 million. - June 19, 2011 - Saginaw Future
NAAPOC Continues to Build a Strong Orange County Arab American Business Community
The Network of Arab American Professionals of Orange County (NAAPOC) held its monthly board meeting on June 1st, 2011. Among other business, the board added to its ranks new board members Dr. Ghazi Idris, DC, and Basil Istitieh with Zara Image. The addition of Idris and Istitieh is in furtherance... - June 19, 2011 - Network Of Arab American Professional
NAMWOLF Establishes New Partnership to Support Minority and Women-Owned Law Firms
Eli Lilly and Company becomes a member of The National Association of Minority and Women Owned Law Firms (NAMWOLF) as a Corporate Partner. - June 19, 2011 - National Association of Minority and Women-Owned Law Firms
TAG Names Technology Legislators of the Year
The Technology Association of Georgia (TAG), the state’s leading association dedicated to the promotion and economic advancement of Georgia’s technology industry, today announced that Georgia Senator Barry Loudermilk (R-Cassville) and Representative Mike Dudgeon (R-Suwanee) have been... - June 18, 2011 - TAG think
Central Texas Young Republicans to Host First Texas Red Conference 2011
"Cultivating the Grassroots of the GOP for Our Generation" - June 17, 2011 - Central Texas Young Republicans
International Insurance Industry Connects with Medical Tourism Industry in Chicago
The Global Benefits Association, a global nonprofit insurance trade association for international insurance companies and multi-national employers will host their second annual international Global Benefits Conference in Chicago, October 26-28th, 2011 in conjunction with the Medical Tourism Association’s annual World Medical Tourism and Global Healthcare Congress. - June 17, 2011 - Medical Tourism Association™
Junior League of Long Island Names New President
The Junior League of Long Island (www.jlli.org), a nonprofit organization of women volunteers, today announced that Georgia Gier of Oyster Bay has been appointed President for the upcoming year. The office of the Junior League President is an annual appointment by the JLLI Board of Directors. As... - June 17, 2011 - The Junior League of Long Island
Capital and Innovation Topics of May 26th TAG Health Meeting
Two of the hottest topics in the Health Information Technology (HIT) field are finding capital and supporting innovation, and they were the focus of a May 26th meeting of Technology Association of Georgia (TAG) Health. TAG is the state’s leading association dedicated to the promotion and economic advancement of Georgia’s technology industry. - June 16, 2011 - TAG think
KOSBE Award Winner Takes Reins of International Non-Profit
The Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship (KOSBE) is pleased to announce, Ellen Stroud, co-founder and vice president of Pinnacle Ranch has been elected chair of the Board of Directors for the Equine Assisted Growth and Learning Association (EAGALA). EAGALA is an... - June 16, 2011 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
KOSBE Client, Tracy's Tea House Now Open
Tracy's Tea House offers a the chance to experience a wide variety of unique Eastern and Western tea blends with mouth-watering meals on the menu. Currently, there are 19 organic and special blend teas offered and prepared in house. The teas on the menu were selected by owner, Tracy Law based on... - June 16, 2011 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
ICLEI USA and U.S. Green Building Council Launch National Press Club Leadership Speaker Series, June 28 - Washington, D.C.
Ambassador Sha Zukang, Secretary General of the United Nations Conference on Sustainable Development (Rio+20) to Deliver Inaugural Keynote Address During Important Gathering of Leading Figures from the Obama Administration, Cabinet Agencies, Academic Experts, Corporations, NGOs and Civil Society Groups. - June 16, 2011 - ICLEI USA
SWACHA Awards More Than $10,000 in Scholarships for the Nacha Payments Institute
SWACHA today awarded more than $10,000 in scholarships for the 2011 NACHA Payments Institute. This marks the 10th year SWACHA has provided the NACHA Payments Institute Scholarship and the 5th year for the Keith Daniels Memorial Scholarship. Dallas-based SWACHA awards scholarships to banking professionals for their dedication and involvement both in their financial institution and within the SWACHA membership. - June 15, 2011 - SWACHA
5 Reasons to Attend the 2011 HIDA MedSurg Conference and Expo™
Registration is open for the 2011 HIDA MedSurg Conference & Expo, October 19-21 in Charlotte, NC. Visit www.HIDA.org/Tradeshow for more information. - June 15, 2011 - Health Industry Distributors Association
IMI Association Executives Expands Client Services with Addition of New Marketing Manager
MI Association Executives, a turn-key association management company headquartered in Morrisville, N.C., recently hired Emily Canaday for the newly created marketing manager position. “We are delighted to have found a marketing professional with the experience and enthusiasm that Emily... - June 15, 2011 - IMI Association Executives
Rep. Flynn Successful in Taking Action to Support Teachers in the Classroom
Today, Representative Dan Flynn (R-Van) successfully added his original HB 2491 as an Amendment to SB 1 effectively gaining support of 139 of 150 House members in the final vote. This is an effort to provide support to teachers who may be at risk with the current revenue shortfalls and to better... - June 12, 2011 - TX State Representative Dan Flynn
Cincinnati NSHMBA and State Farm Host Taste of “New” Oakley Networking Event
National Society of Hispanic MBAs Offers Insight into the Insurance Industry - June 12, 2011 - National Society of Hispanic MBAs
Connecticut Real Estate Investors Assn. (CT REIA) Announces June 2011 Meeting with Foreclosure Expert Al Lowry
On June 20, 2011 the Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association (CT REIA) will be hosting its monthly meeting with Al Lowry. Attendees will learn the advantages of investing in foreclosures. - June 10, 2011 - Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association - CTREIA
Overnight Ghost Hunt at the White Hart, Gainsborough with Simply Ghost Nights
On Friday the 17th of June the Simply Ghost Nights team take part in a paranormal investigation at the 16th century former coaching inn. The White Hart is steeped in history; hidden rooms, suicides, and ladies of the night, are the only the fabric of the make-up that they know about this old... - June 09, 2011 - Simply Ghost Nights
Ghost Hunting Event at Chesleigh House Gainsborough, with Simply Ghost Nights on the 18th of June
Simply Ghost Nights bravely attempt spirit communication at this former maternity hospital, in Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, what waits them from this reputedly haunted building? - June 09, 2011 - Simply Ghost Nights
Nominees for CSIA’s 2011 Technology Apex Awards Announced Today
CSIA, Colorado’s Technology Association, today announced the 2011 Apex Award Nominees. - June 09, 2011 - CSIA, Colorado's Technology Association
The Medical Tourism Association Lives in Las Vegas to Bring Medical Tourism to Physician Assistants
The AAPA’s 39th Annual Conference in Las Vegas is the only annual meeting targeting all groups and medical specialties of PAs. The MTA seized the chance to deliver updated news about medical tourism to its delegates and raise awareness to the need for continuum of care. - June 09, 2011 - Medical Tourism Association™
Medical Tourism Association Announces Webinar Schedule
As part of the commitment to education, the Medical Tourism Association will be conducting 10 webinars starting on May 24, 2011 and ending September 21, 2011. - June 08, 2011 - Medical Tourism Association™
Mark Robidoux Founder and Creator of the Famous PilotWorkshops.com to be the Guest Speaker at the Norwood Chapter of IMC Club
Mark Robidoux founder and creator of the famous PilotWorkshops.com is going to be the guest speaker at the Norwood Chapter of IMC Club International on Tuesday June 14th. Mark is known nationally for his IFR online program for Instrument pilots, the IFR Mastery Series. This program is based on... - June 08, 2011 - IMCClubs.org
Turfgrass Council of North Carolina Selects IMI Association Executives to Provide Full-service Association Management
IMI Association Executives adds the Turfgrass Council of North Carolina as a new client. - June 08, 2011 - IMI Association Executives
Annual Women Helping Women Business Expo Announces June 9th Silent Auction and Networking Event
The Triangle community supports Women’s Power Networking June 9th Women Helping Women Expo with sponsorships, two grand prizes and 50+ silent auction items. Over 100 businesses and charities are featured at the Cardinal Club in downtown Raleigh. - June 07, 2011 - Women's Power Networking
Ghost Hunting in County Durham, with Simply Ghost Nights
As the Simply Ghost Nights team attempted spirit communication, they were staggered and amazed at what they witnessed at this 17th century old Manor House. - June 07, 2011 - Simply Ghost Nights