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Saginaw Future 19th Annual Awards Luncheon
Saginaw County & the Great Lakes Bay Region - Energizing The New Economy - Saginaw Future 19th Annual Awards Luncheon - February 20, 2011 - Saginaw Future
TAG Education Collaborative Announces 2011 WEBChallenge Scholarship Competition for High School Students
TAG Education Collaborative announces registration for their 9th Annual WEBChallenge Scholarship Program begins February 16, 2011. In this year’s challenge, each team will have until April 1, 2011 to build an application of their choosing (simple game, tutorial, etc…) that will teach... - February 20, 2011 - TAG think
The American Translators Association Says Human Linguists Are Not in Jeopardy
While the television debut of IBM’s Watson has been hyped as a man-versus-machine showdown, it’s more useful to see it as a telling example of computer strengths and limitations in the realm of language, says the American Translators Association. - February 20, 2011 - American Translators Association
Community Colleges to Offer a Direct Selling Entrepreneur Certificate to Foster Business Opportunity with Education
Direct Selling Education Foundation and National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship Join to Address Educational Needs of Direct Sellers. - February 19, 2011 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
Concerned Homeowners Association Members Coalition Forms
Outraged with HOA collection practices and the wide impact on all Nevadans, CHAMP joins the battle to stop this abusive process. - February 18, 2011 - Concerned Homeowners Association Members Coalition Forms
Howard Technology Council to Host Inter-County Broadband Network Meeting
The Howard Technology Council, in partnership with the Inter-County Broadband Network (ICBN) Office, will host Inter-County Broadband Network: Business Opportunities for the Technology Community on Thursday, February 24, 2011, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon at The Center for Business and Technology... - February 18, 2011 - Howard County Economic Development Authority
Howard County Economic Development Authority Presents 2011 Strategic Plan for Economic Development
The Howard County Economic Development Authority is pleased to announce the release of the 2011 Strategic Plan for the economic development of Howard County. Released at the Howard County Council meeting today, the 2011 Plan utilizes a fresh approach to economic development that requires an even... - February 18, 2011 - Howard County Economic Development Authority
MEDC President to Speak at Saginaw Future 19th Annual Awards Luncheon
Saginaw Future (SF) will be celebrating its 19th Annual Awards Luncheon that will feature Michael A. Finney, president and CEO for the Michigan Economic Development Corporation. He will give a presentation on new economic development policies for the State of Michigan. Michael A. Finney is the... - February 16, 2011 - Saginaw Future
Connecticut Real Estate Investors Assn. (CT REIA) Announces the Women Real Estate Investors February 2011 Meeting
On February 23, 2011, the Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association (CT REIA) will be hosting the Women Real Estate Investors Association (WREIA) meeting and dinner in Meriden, CT. - February 16, 2011 - Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association - CTREIA
NAWIC Observes Women in Construction Week March 6-12
The National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) will celebrate Women in Construction (WIC) Week March 6-12, 2011. The focus of WIC Week is to highlight women as a visible component of the construction industry. NAWIC is an international association serving more than 150 chapters in the United States. - February 15, 2011 - National Association of Women in Construction
Georgia Association for Women Lawyers Announces "Art and the City" Scholarship Art Auction
Theme for Annual Art Auction to Support Legal Scholarships Announced - February 15, 2011 - Georgia Association for Women Lawyers
Connecticut Real Estate Investors Assn. (CT REIA) Announces February 2011 Monthly Meeting With Robyn Thompson
On February 21, 2011, the Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association, or CT REIA, is hosting its monthly meeting with Robyn Thompson, a real estate rehab expert who has flipped 304 homes to date. - February 14, 2011 - Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association - CTREIA
Ad 2 Tampa Bay’s 31st Annual AdAuction
Ad 2 Tampa Bay will be hosting its’ 31st Annual Advertising Auction “AdAuction” online via Ebay. Starting February 10, 2011 at 10 a.m., the auction will be live for seven (7) days ending on February 16, 2011 at midnight. This year the items up for bidding range from media... - February 13, 2011 - Ad 2 Tampa Bay
SAF Studios Presents “The Education Center at The Wall Celebrity-Charity Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament” in San Antonio
The National Concierge Association’s National Partner, SAF Studios, is presenting “The Education Center at The Wall Celebrity-Charity Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament” in San Antonio, April 15, 2011. The Celebrity-Charity Poker Tournament, hosted by Vince Van Patten from the... - February 12, 2011 - National Concierge Association
Women’s Power Networking Announces 2011 Board of Directors
Women’s Power Networking 11 member board of dedicated and committed women work as a team in a collaborative environment to provide members opportunities to grow and succeed. - February 12, 2011 - Women's Power Networking
Oil and Gas Fraud Association Announces Stay-Safe Tips
Oil and Gas Fraud Association Announces Stay-Safe Tips on how to stay safe when investing in oil and gas drilling deals. - February 11, 2011 - Oil and Gas Fraud Association
2011 IEEE Online Conference on Green Communications to be Held September 26 – 29, 2011
IEEE ComSoc Emphasizes Need to Reduce Global Greenhouse Gas Emissions by Hosting Three-Day Event on Energy-efficient Communications & Green Technologies Totally Online - February 11, 2011 - IEEE Communications Society
New Chief Executive Group Chair Named at Vistage Michigan
Chesley will act as the advisor, mentor, and business coach to his group. - February 11, 2011 - Vistage Michigan
National Concierge Association Announces Support for the Education Center at The Wall
The National Concierge Association (NCA) announced today that it has adopted the Education Center at The Wall as a national philanthropic cause for the association. - February 10, 2011 - National Concierge Association
North Carolina Travel Industry Association (NCTIA) Hires New Lobbyist
Member-based advocacy group for NC travel industry welcomes experienced lobbyist Lu-Ann Perryman as legislative advocate. - February 10, 2011 - North Carolina Travel Industry Association
Specification for SERCOS III Energy Profile Released and Whitepaper Available
The SERCOS vendor organizations have announced the release of the energy profile specification for the SERCOS III Real-time Ethernet Communications System. An 8-page whitepaper describing SERCOS Energy can be downloaded from http://www.sercos.com/literature/pdf/SERCOS_Energy_Whitepaper_V10.pdf. - February 10, 2011 - SERCOS North America
Call for Nominations for the 9th Annual Goodmon Awards, Presented by Carolina Hurricanes and Compuware
Leadership Triangle Aims to Recognize Outstanding Regional Leadership. - February 10, 2011 - Leadership Triangle
The NC Center for Women in Public Service Announces Women in Office Institute Call for Applications
Eighth Annual Leadership Program Prepares Women to Seek Elected or Appointed Office - February 10, 2011 - NCCWPS
IEEE WCET® Certification Program Examination to be Held 20 March to 16 April 2011
IEEE ComSoc Launches New Virtual and In-Person Training Programs to Help Professionals Advance Their Knowledge of Wireless Communications. - February 09, 2011 - IEEE Communications Society
Parent Coaching Endorsed by Pediatric Care Providers
The Parent Coaching Institute’s coaching model has been featured in Illinois Pediatrician, a magazine published by the Illinois Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics, in an article on parent coaching as a tool for improving family lives. - February 09, 2011 - The Parent Coaching Institute
Connecticut Real Estate Investors Assn. (CT REIA) Announces February 2011 Meeting of the Fairfield County Real Estate Investors Association
On February 16, 2011, the Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association, or CT REIA, will be sponsoring the quarterly meeting of the Fairfield County Real Estate Investors Association, or FCREIA. - February 09, 2011 - Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association - CTREIA
TiE Tri-State to Hold Its 2011 Conference in New York City
Annual event to bring together top industry leaders to discuss entrepreneurship and capital. - February 05, 2011 - TiE Tristate
IEEE CCNC 2011 Highlights Latest Advances in Anytime, Anywhere Consumer Communications & Networking Technologies
Hundreds of International Experts Explore Next Generation of On-Demand Entertainment & Information Systems at 8th Annual Event Held in Conjunction with 2011 CES in Las Vegas. - February 04, 2011 - IEEE Communications Society
IEEE GLOBECOM 2010 Explores Latest Advancements in Mobile Interactivity
More than 2,500 Attendees and Record-Setting Number of Presentations Combine to Make the Premier International Meeting the Most Successful in Conference History. - February 04, 2011 - IEEE Communications Society
MTA Gives a New Face to Medical Tourism
The Medical Tourism Association has announced it will take over management of MedicalTourism.com (http://www.medicaltourism.com), the top ranking website for medical tourism, as part of its 2011 Consumer Awareness Program. - February 04, 2011 - Medical Tourism Association™
Vistage Michigan to Host Business Breakfast for Chief Executives, Mar. 1
The event for prospective members will take place from 7:30 a.m.-9:45 a.m. at The Inn at St. John’s in Plymouth. Attendees will get an inside look at what it is like to be a member of this Chief Executive group. - February 04, 2011 - Vistage Michigan
Turnaround Management Society Awards Certified International Turnaround Manager Honor to John M. Collard, Chairman of Strategic Management Partners, Inc.
The Turnaround Management Society (TMS) awarded John M. Collard, Chairman of Strategic Management Partners, Inc. its coveted Certified International Turnaround Manager (CITM) – “Level D” qualification at its highest level. “Mr. Collard and his company have done an enormous... - February 04, 2011 - Turnaround Management Society
National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship Joins White House-Led Startup America Partnership
The National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship is participating in the White House-led alliance designed to spur entrepreneurship in America. - February 02, 2011 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
National Concierge Association-Nevada Chapter Announces 2011 Board of Directors
National Concierge Association is pleased to announce the results of its 2011 election for the Nevada Chapter Board of Directors. - February 02, 2011 - National Concierge Association
Jr. Moxxies Take Another Step Toward Success
Jr. Moxxie Program is making strides for the next generation of women! - January 31, 2011 - Moxxie Network
IEEE SmartGridComm 2011 Announces April 4, 2011 “Call for Papers” Deadline
2nd Annual Conference Dedicated to the Advance of Global Smart Grid Communications to be held October 17 – 20, 2011 in Brussels, Belgium - January 29, 2011 - IEEE Communications Society
SIIA Secures Sponsors for LRRA Legislation
SIIA today announced that it has confirmed lead sponsors for federal legislation intended to modernize the Liability Risk Retention Act (LRRA). Senator Jon Tester (D-MT) will introduce the bill in the U.S. Senate while Rep. John Campbell (R-CA) has committed to take the lead in the House of... - January 28, 2011 - Self-Insurance Institute of America, Inc.
2011 Lumber and Building Materials EXPO Sponsored by the Northeastern Retail Lumber Association Exceeds Previous
The Northeastern Retail Lumber Association has announced that its 2011 LBM EXPO moved to Foxwoods after 34 years in Boston and is seeing unprecedented growth in attendance badges (+7% Retail Members) and room reservations (+79%) so far. The trade show takes place February 2-4, 2011. For more information go to www.nrla.org or www.lbmexpo.com. - January 28, 2011 - Northeastern Retail Lumber Association
Immigration Voice: President's Vision on Immigration "in the Right Direction"
Immigration Voice applauds the President’s recognition of our broken immigration system that allows for educating foreign nationals in the best universities this country has to offer and refrain from utilizing the investment made on them. The President’s call to reform in his State of... - January 28, 2011 - Immigration Voice
Universities, Judges and Sponsors Attracted to National Security Innovation Competition 2011
Only university competition awarding scholarships for innovation serving national security needs is achieving great participation from universities, judges and sponsors for April 2011 event – but there’s still time to enter and support the competition. - January 28, 2011 - Colorado Homeland Defense Alliance
Silverstein Earns Two New Endorsements and Releases an Updated List of Endorsements in Her Bid for 50th Ward Alderman
Debra Silverstein, candidate for alderman in the 50th Ward, receives endorsements of the Fraternal Order of Police and Citizen Action/Illinois. - January 27, 2011 - Debra Silverstein for Chicago's 50th Ward Alderman
Structural Engineers Urge California Governor to Support Hospital Upgrades for Public Safety
Structural Engineers Group warns Governor that many hospitals are still hazardous and/or at risk of collapse or significant loss of life in a major quake. Funding must continue for OSHPD to continue work to replace or retrofit these facilities. - January 26, 2011 - Structural Engineers Association of California
Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association (CT REIA) Announces 2011 Real Estate Investor Workshop for New Investors
On February 3, 2011, the Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association (CT REIA) will be starting its 3 evening real estate investor workshop for new investors called "Find It, Fix It, Flip It, or Keep It." - January 26, 2011 - Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association - CTREIA
Vistage Michigan Welcomes Patricia Yulkowski of Total Door as Its Newest Member
As a member of Vistage Michigan, Yulkowski will enjoy an advisory board of CEO peers who meet in small groups to help one another make better business decisions and achieve better results. She also will partake in one-to-one business coaching. - January 26, 2011 - Vistage Michigan
Junior League of Long Island Requests Clothing Donations for Fourth Annual First Step Program
Junior League’s First Step Helps Long Island Women Re-enter the Workforce and Gain Independence. - January 22, 2011 - The Junior League of Long Island
Long Island Nurse Practitioner Association's Nurse Practitioner of the Year
The Nurse Practitioner Association of Long Island recently named Donna Hallas, Phd, PNP-BC, CPNP, its 2010 Nurse Practitioner of the Year. Dr. Hallas is a pediatric nurse practitioner whose practice serves at-risk children from birth to 21 years old who receive their primary health care in a... - January 21, 2011 - Nurse Practitioner Association of Long Island
Connecticut Real Estate Investors Assn. (CT REIA) Announces January 2011 Meeting with Cameron Dunlap
On Monday, January 24, 2011 the Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association will be hosting its monthly meeting with Cameron Dunlap. Attendees will learn how to quick-turn foreclosures with proof of funds and transactional funding. - January 20, 2011 - Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association - CTREIA
Skills on the Agenda as Chamber Directors and Members Meet to Discuss Prospects for the Economy
The directors of Dundee & Angus Chamber of Commerce and local businesses met on Tuesday 18th January to discuss the local economy's skill needs. Dundee College were in attendance at the meeting, allowing them to hear firsthand what skills local employers expect they will need in their... - January 20, 2011 - Dundee & Angus Chamber of Commerce
Embedding Sustainability Practices in SMEs is Achievable, Says ACCA
Thinking small first – sustainability and small business - January 20, 2011 - ACCA
The Chairmen’s RoundTable Elects Dave Cox as New Chairman
Non-profit organization’s leadership is armed with newly minted strategic plan - January 19, 2011 - Chairmen's RoundTable