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State Pediatricians Oppose Sale of “Raw Milk”: WIAAP Urges Defeat of AB 1531/2 and Senate Bill 306/2
The Wisconsin Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics (WIAAP) again voices its opposition to pending legislation that would legalize the sale of unpasteurized ("raw") milk. Raw milk is known to expose consumers to food-borne illnesses caused by bacteria capable of causing numerous illnesses and even death, and miscarriage in pregnant women. Numerous public, agricultural and veterinary health groups stand opposed to the sale of unpasteurized milk. - March 24, 2011 - Wisconsin Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics
Judges Chosen for the 2011 GRA/TAG Business Launch Competition
The Technology Association of Georgia (TAG) and the Georgia Research Alliance (GRA) have finalized an all-star lineup of judges for the 2011 GRA/TAG Business Launch Competition finals round on May 24, 2011. Announced today are the following finals judges: Bob Bozeman, General Partner, Angel... - March 24, 2011 - TAG think
CSPA Convenes Household & Institutional Products Industry Leaders in Chicago
The Consumer Specialty Products Association (CSPA) – the voice for the household and institutional products industries – will host its annual Mid-Year Meeting on May 3-6, 2011 at the Chicago Marriott Downtown. CSPA began hosting the Mid-Year Meeting in Chicago in the late 1960s. - March 24, 2011 - Consumer Specialty Products Association
CAPAPA Appoints New Board Members
Distinguished members of Canada's Access and Privacy Community join Board of Directors of The Canadian Association of Professional Access and Privacy Administrators (CAPAPA) - March 24, 2011 - CAPAPA - The Canadian Association of Professional Access and Privacy Administrators
Home Care Alliance Opposes Recommendation of Co-Pays for Patients Cared for at Home
Industry Calls Co-payments an Inappropriate Burden and a Tax on Most Vulnerable Elders. - March 23, 2011 - Home Care Alliance of Massachusetts
TAG Think, Tripp Rackley to be Inducted Into Technology Hall of Fame of Georgia
The Technology Association of Georgia (TAG) and the Georgia Research Alliance (GRA) have finalized an all-star lineup of judges for the 2011 GRA/TAG Business Launch Competition finals round on May 24, 2011. - March 23, 2011 - TAG think
Gov. Bev Perdue Proclaims Veterinary Science Year as Part of World Veterinary Year Celebrations
Commemorative Events Will Take Place Worldwide Throughout 2011. - March 23, 2011 - NCVMA
American Student Dental Association House of Delegates Elects 2011-2012 Executive Committee and Speaker of the House of Delegates
During its Annual Session in Anaheim, CA, ASDA’s House of Delegates – 116 dental students from across the U.S. – elected its 2011-2012 Executive Committee and Speaker of the House. All leaders have been involved in organized dentistry on both national and local levels in past... - March 23, 2011 - American Student Dental Association
PR Pros to Tackle Industry Issues at Vegas Conference
Public Relations Society of America Hosts Western District Conference in Las Vegas April 27-29. - March 23, 2011 - Public Relations Society of America-Las Vegas Valley chapter
Women's Business Development Center Sets Connection Points Exclusive Networking Event for March 31
Women business owners of construction businesses as well as architects, landscape architects, interior designers and realtors who want to connect with other women-owned industry peers, should plan to attend this Connection Points, an exclusive networking event presented by the Women’s... - March 23, 2011 - Women's Business Development Center
MBEConnect Profiles Magazine Releases Inaugural Issue
MBEConnect releases the first issue of a digital magazine highlighting the best and brightest women- and minority-owned businesses in conjunction with WBENC Summit & Salute. - March 23, 2011 - MBEConnect
IEEE DySPAN 2011 to Explore Next Generation Smart Radio & Wireless System Technologies from May 3 – 6, 2011 in Aachen, Germany
The IEEE Symposium on New Frontiers in Dynamic Spectrum Access Networks (DySPAN 2011), the leading international conference dedicated to the advancement of cutting-edge wireless technologies, will hold its 5th annual meeting from May 3 – 6 in Aachen, Germany to drive the efficient and dynamic... - March 22, 2011 - IEEE Communications Society
IAPAM's hCG Training for Physicians April 15, 2011
Consumer demand for hCG for weight loss is exploding. The International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine (IAPAM) is helping physicians enter this lucrative market by offering their physician-led hCG Training in Scottsdale, Arizona on April 15, 2011. Physicians will learn everything they need to know to start safely offering hCG for weight loss to their patients. - March 21, 2011 - International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine
TSBDC at ETSU Kingsport Affiliate and KOSBE to Host SBA Community Express Live Loan Event
The Tennessee Small Business Development Center at ETSU Kingsport Affiliate Office and KOSBE, in partnership with several small business economic development lenders, is hosting a live loan application clinic highlighting SBA's Community Express Loan and Patriot Express Loan Programs, the State of... - March 19, 2011 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
Lake Norman Home Builders Association Announces 2011 Leadership Posts
The Lake Norman Home Builders Association (LNHBA) recently announced the members in leadership roles who are serving on the 2011 Board of Directors. - March 19, 2011 - Lake Norman Home Builders Association
The Lake Norman Home Builders Association (LNHBA) Recently Presented Its Annual Awards in Recognition of 2010 Excellence in Leadership
“Builder Member of the Year” was awarded to Geoff Bowen, founder and president of EFC Builders, based in Troutman, NC. Mary Ellen MacDonald, a mortgage loan originator with Peoples Bank in Cornelius, NC, was named “Associate Member of the Year.” The 2010 “Rookie Member of the Year” award went to Joan Inglis, owner and lead designer of Carolina Spaces, LLC, based in Lake Wylie, SC. - March 19, 2011 - Lake Norman Home Builders Association
Lake Norman Home Builder Named "Woman of the Year" by National Association of Home Builders Professional Women in Building
The Lake Norman Home Builders Association (LNHBA) proudly announces that Nicole Goolsby was named Woman of the Year by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) Professional Women in Building Council. She was awarded for her generous and enthusiastic support as a business mentor, and for her exceptional leadership in the council. NAHB also recognized Goolsby as a Life Director for her ten years of service on the Board of Directors. - March 19, 2011 - Lake Norman Home Builders Association
IMC Club Releases Android Application's First Webcast of IMC Report from IMC TV on Friday, March 25th
Aviation safety organization, IMC Club International, Inc. has announced the release of a new Android application. This application available also for an iPhone is designed to disseminate aviation related news to the pilot community. The newly released application delivers the IMC iNews, podcasts, and IMCTV Video and other aviation related content to a pilot’s Android wireless device in a format that is easy to read and browse. - March 19, 2011 - IMCClubs.org
IAPAM Announces Remaining 2011 Dates for Symposiums with Botox Training and hCG Training
The IAPAM is helping physicians enter this lucrative market by offering their dermatologist-led, 2-day Aesthetic Medicine Symposium with Botox Training. Physicians learn everything they need to start offering Botox and other in-demand aesthetic medicine procedures. Today, the IAPAM announces new fall dates for its respected Aesthetic Medicine Symposiums in 2011. - March 18, 2011 - International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine
Motorcoach Council Expands Board of Directors
2011 Election Results for Motorcoach Council Board of Directors - March 18, 2011 - Motorcoach Council, Inc.
American Student Dental Association Presents Dr. Arthur Dugoni with First-Ever Paragon Award
The American Student Dental Association announced its first-ever recipient of the ASDA Paragon Award. Dr. Arthur A. Dugoni, dean emeritus, professor of orthodontic and senior executive of development, University of Pacific Dental School, was presented the Association’s highest honor at the ASDA Annual Session on March 3 in Anaheim, CA. - March 18, 2011 - American Student Dental Association
The NC Center for Women in Public Service Unveils 2011 Board of Directors
Board Guides Nonprofit Organization to Prepare Women for Elected and Appointed Offices Statewide - March 18, 2011 - NCCWPS
Krysztoforski Confirms He’ll Seek House Seat
Joseph T. Krysztoforski confirmed what his supporters anticipated, he will to take advantage of the inroads made in 2010 and seek the republican nomination for House of Representatives for Maryland's 6th Congressional District. The Constitutional Republican made his formal announcement on Tuesday,... - March 17, 2011 - JTK for Congress
Notorious Check Forger Frank Abagnale to Discuss the "Art of the Steal" at the Financial Crime Day Hosted by SWACHA and the Houston FBI
SWACHA and the Houston office of the FBI have teamed up to host the 17th Financial Institution Crime Day in Houston on March 23, 2011, to help financial industry professionals reduce their exposure to fraud. Dallas-based SWACHA is one of the largest not-for-profit electronic payments associations... - March 17, 2011 - SWACHA
National Poison Prevention Week March 20-26, 2011 - Wisconsin Pediatricians Provide Guidance for Parents and Caregivers
In recognition of National Poison Prevention Week, the Wisconsin Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics offers guidelines on poison prevention, and what to do should the child in your life become poisoned. Statistics show that children are the most likely to become poisoned, and that poisonous items are most often found in our homes. - March 17, 2011 - Wisconsin Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics
North Carolina’s Defense Industry to be on Display at NCDBA’s April 19-20 Expo in Pinehurst
Gov. Perdue and military brass invited to speak - March 17, 2011 - North Carolina's Defense Business Association
New Head for ACCA South Africa
The global body for professional accountants, ACCA (the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) has appointed Nadine Kater as head of ACCA South Africa, effective 3 May 2011. - March 17, 2011 - ACCA
IAPAM's Aesthetic Medicine Symposium with Botox Training April 16-17
The International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine (IAPAM) is helping physicians enter this lucrative market by offering their dermatologist-led Botox Training in Scottsdale, Arizona on April 16-17, 2011. Physicians will learn everything they need to start offering Botox and other in demand aesthetic medicine procedures. - March 16, 2011 - International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine
Lace Up to Help Local Kids
Hanford race will benefit Golden State Family Services Runners will have a chance to get active and give back to the community next month in the first annual Hanford Run for the Peeps. The race will be held Saturday, April 23 at the Civic Auditorium. The Hanford Chamber of Commerce will be... - March 16, 2011 - Hanford Chamber of Commerce
DCIA Presents CONTENT IN THE CLOUD Conference at NAB
Special Registration Rate Now Available. - March 14, 2011 - Distributed Computing Industry Association
The Chairmen’s RoundTable Announces Partnership with BIOCOM
BIOCOM and CRT combine forces to support the local life sciences community - March 14, 2011 - Chairmen's RoundTable
Distance Credentialed Counselor (DCC™) Training is Now Available Online
Online Therapy Institute has collaborated with ReadyMinds to help create the new curriculum for the Distance Credentialed Counselor (DCC™) Training. The ReadyMinds DCC Training Program prepares qualified trainees who wish to apply for the DCC credential offered by the Center for Credentialing & Education (CCE), an affiliate of the NBCC®. - March 13, 2011 - Online Therapy Institute
Learn How to Develop Your Government Contract "Marketing Machine" at March 22 Women's Business Development Center Workshop
Business owners who want to grow their business with government contracts will learn the key elements to obtaining these contracts at a workshop, “Marketing Your Business to the Government,” on Tuesday, March 22, from 9 to 11 a.m., at the Women’s Business Development Center... - March 13, 2011 - Women's Business Development Center
Corporate Partners Support Year-Round BSCAI Initiatives: BSCAI Announces 2011 Corporate Partners
Building Service Contractors Association International (BSCAI) is proud to announce their 2011 Corporate Partners, as they join the BSCAI Corporate Partner Program, a sponsorship and advertising program for industry partners to support BSCAI and its initiatives. Corporate Partners represent... - March 13, 2011 - Building Service Contractors Association
Rep. Dan Flynn Takes Action to Support Teachers in the Classroom
Today, Representative Dan Flynn filed House Bill 2491, as a Teacher Support Act, in an effort to provide support to teachers who may be at risk with the current revenue shortfalls and to better support their resource needs in the classroom. "Teachers are the core of what works and what is good... - March 13, 2011 - TX State Representative Dan Flynn
KOSBE Becomes New Kingsport Affiliate Office of TSBDC at ETSU
The Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship (KOSBE) is proud to be the new Kingsport Affiliate Office of the Tennessee Small Business Development Center (TSBDC) at East Tennessee State University (ETSU). - March 13, 2011 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association Announces High Five Grant Recipients
Three Organizations Will Qualify for a Total of $25,000 Each Over a Five-Year Period - March 13, 2011 - NCVMA
BNI® Northeast Florida to Host Second Annual Golf Tournament
Proceeds will benefit Junior Achievement of North Florida. - March 12, 2011 - BNI, Northeast Florida
AUSIB Welcomes India's Growth Oriented 2011 Union Budget
The Alliance for US India Business (AUSIB) welcomes India’s Union Budget for FY 2011-12, and rates it as a very investor friendly budget that could help attract more investments into India. Sanjay Puri, AUSIB President said, "We are very happy that this budget is high on foreign... - March 12, 2011 - Ausib
Peregrine Academic Services Reaches Out to NACCE Members in Its Effort to Aid Community Colleges in Responding to Increased Calls for Accountability
Peregrine Academic Services, LLC, has chosen the National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship NACCE) as its partner in an effort to prepare community colleges to effectively respond to growing demands for accreditation and accountability being placed on higher education institutions. - March 12, 2011 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
Vistage Michigan Welcomes Beta Steel’s Scott Bernstein as Its Newest Member
As a member, the president of Beta Steel will engage in ongoing peer workshops, one-to-one business coaching, speaker presentations from top industry experts, social networking, webinars and an extensive online content library. - March 11, 2011 - Vistage Michigan
81% of UK in the Dark About How Much Tax They Are Really Paying, Says ACCA
ACCA launches guide to help UK consumers lighten the tax load - March 11, 2011 - ACCA
Connecticut Real Estate Investors Assn. (CT REIA) Announces March 2011 Meeting with Tax Reduction Specialist Al Aiello
On March 21, the Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association, or CT REIA, will be hosting its monthly meeting with Al Aiello. Attendees will learn how real estate investors can reduce income taxes. - March 09, 2011 - Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association - CTREIA
Women's Business Development Center to Hold Connection Points Networking and Learning Event March 10
Women business owners who are accountants, attorneys, mediators and insurance brokers, and those seeking these types of resources, who want to connect and learn with other women-owned industry peers, should plan to attend this Connection Points, a networking event exclusively for women in these... - March 09, 2011 - Women's Business Development Center
March Women’s Power Networking Events for Triangle Area Businesses
The public is invited to the WPN networking events: the Power Lunch on 2nd Fridays, Women Executives Round Table on 3rd Fridays and the after hours get-together Cocktails and Contacts. - March 09, 2011 - Women's Power Networking
IEEE GLOBECOM 2011 Extends “Call for Papers” Deadline to March 20
Premier Global Communications Conference to be Held December 5 – 9 in Houston, Texas - March 08, 2011 - IEEE Communications Society
"Energy Drinks" May Pose Health Risks: Wisconsin Pediatricians Urge Caution
The Wisconsin Chapter of the American of Pediatrics (WIAAP), in response to the results of a recent study, expresses its concern over increasing consumption of so-called "energy drinks" by adolescents. Lack of evidence that these products offer any health benefits and in fact may pose serious risks to children with pre-existing conditions illustrates the need for parents and caregivers to monitor their use. - March 08, 2011 - Wisconsin Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics
Physicians can Capture Growing Botox Market with IAPAM's Hands-On Botox Training
A new report shows that the market for botox, dermal fillers and other minimally-invasive procedures is growing at a rate of 9% annually. To capture this market "will require hands-on, physician-lead botox training like that offered by the IAPAM at its Aesthetic Medicine Symposium," recommends Jeff Russell, Executive Director of the IAPAM. - March 07, 2011 - International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine
Joseph A. Wortman of Detroit Radiant Products Co. Joins Vistage Michigan
As a member of Vistage Michigan, Wortman will enjoy an advisory board of CEO peers who meet in small groups, nine times a year, to help one another make better business decisions and achieve better results. - March 05, 2011 - Vistage Michigan
The American Business Women’s Association (ABWA) Searching for Sarasota’s Social Butterflies
15 Women to be Chosen for Sunrise Chapter's 17th Annual Runway Party Event - March 04, 2011 - American Business Women’s Association