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Bruce H. Levin Honored as Strathmore’s Who’s Who Doctor of the Year
Bruce H. Levin, of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, has been honored as Strathmore’s Who’s Who 2015 Doctor of the Year for his exceptional contributions and accomplishments in the field of Pain Medicine. - June 24, 2015 - Strathmore Who's Who
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Celebrates Nathan M. Jones Online Radio Debut
Strathmore’s Who’s Who is pleased to announce the debut of Author and Artist Nathan M. Jones to Strathmore’s Who’s Who Online Radio Program. - June 24, 2015 - Strathmore Who's Who
Elaine F. McConkey Selected as an Elite Top Ten Strathmore’s Who’s Who Member
Elaine F. McConkey, of Waldorf, Maryland, has been selected as an Elite Top 10 member of Strathmore’s Who’s Who. This special recognition is in honor of her outstanding accomplishments and achievements in the Utility field. - June 24, 2015 - Strathmore Who's Who
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Edward C. Kropa as Professional of the Year
Edward C. Kropa, of Marietta, Georgia, has recently been recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore’s Who’s Who for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Nonprofit Services. - June 19, 2015 - Strathmore Who's Who
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Phillip W. Powell
Phillip W. Powell, of Richmond, Virginia, has recently been recognized as a VIP member by Strathmore’s Who’s Who for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Energy. - June 19, 2015 - Strathmore Who's Who
NAWBO Phoenix Presents Annual Desert Diamonds Awards
Annual Desert Diamonds Award ceremony also kicks off 30th anniversary for NAWBO Phoenix Metro. - June 19, 2015 - NAWBO Phoenix
SWACHA Hires Larsen
Laura Steele, AAP president and CEO of Dallas-based SWACHA announced today that Lizz Larsen is SWACHA’s new Vice President of Marketing & Member Relations. Larsen is taking over the SWACHA activities previously directed by Tim Quisenberry, AAP, who will be focusing his attention solely on SWACHA’S for-profit entity, SWACHA Services Corp. - June 19, 2015 - SWACHA
KOSBE Hosts "Taking Your Facebook Page to the Next Level" Training with Beyond Engagement
The Small Business Development Center ETSU – Kingsport Affiliate will host Taking Your Facebook Page to the Next Level on Thursday, July 9, 12-1:30 PM, at your Kingsport Chamber of Commerce. The training is co-sponsored by the Kingsport Office of Small Business Development and Entrepreneurship (KOSBE), your Kingsport Chamber of Commerce, and Beyond Engagement—Social Media Solutions. Lunch will be provided to attendees. - June 19, 2015 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
Learn to "Harness the Power of Success" at July 8 NAWBO Meeting
NAWBO University preceding the luncheon meeting will focus on the organization's mentoring program. - June 18, 2015 - NAWBO Phoenix
FPRA Southwest Florida Chapter to Present “NewsByMe”
Innovative new crowd-sourcing app developed by Florida Media Group’s Pason Gaddis. - June 18, 2015 - Florida Public Relations Association
Gatewave Radio Moves to Brooklyn; Helen Keller Services Hosts New Headquarters of Radio Reading Service for the Blind
Helen Keller Services (HKS) in downtown Brooklyn has just opened its doors to host the new headquarters of Gatewave, New York City’s only radio reading service for the blind. The move was announced today by Thomas J. Edwards, President & CEO of HKS. “Gatewave was a natural fit,” said Mr. Edwards, “as their mission complements ours in serving those who are blind or have low vision.” - June 17, 2015 - National Minority Business Council
NTOA Renews Sponsorship for GNEX 2016 Timeshare Conference
The National Timeshare Owners Association (NTOA) has confirmed its sponsorship of the Sixth Annual Global Networking Expo known as the GNEX Conference. The event takes place, Feb. 2 – 5, 2016, in one of America’s most celebrated cities – the Big Easy – at the historic Ritz... - June 17, 2015 - National Timeshare Owners Association
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Janet L. Mitchell
Janet L. Mitchell of Glendora, California, has recently been recognized as a 2015 Professional of the Year by Strathmore’s Who’s Who for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of English Composition and Linguistics. - June 12, 2015 - Strathmore Who's Who
Social Media Pros to Bring Their Expertise to FPRA Southwest Florida Chapter Meeting
They will show you how to engage your audience and get your posts noticed. - June 12, 2015 - Florida Public Relations Association
Two Women Receive Scholarships for NAWBO
The Women's Enterprise Foundation awarded two one-year memberships to the National Association of Women Business Owners, Phoenix Chapter. - June 11, 2015 - NAWBO Phoenix
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Grazina R. Vižinas
Grazina R. Vižinas, of Chicago, Illinois, has recently been recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore’s Who’s Who for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Medical Administration. - June 10, 2015 - Strathmore Who's Who
Tony Meisner Recognized by National Alliance of Male Executives-N.A.M.E.
Tony Meisner of Gilbert, Arizona has been recognized by the National Alliance of Male Executives-N.A.M.E. for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of information technology. About Tony Meisner Mr. Meisner has over 21 years in the IT field. He is the Vice President of Sales... - June 10, 2015 - N.A.M.E.
SWACHA Announces Appointment to Board of Directors: Mark Few of Centennial Bank in Lubbock
Dallas-based SWACHA, one of the largest not-for-profit regional electronic payment associations in the country, announced today that Mark Few, EVP-COO of Centennial Bank in Lubbock, is a new member of the SWACHA Board of Directors. SWACHA’s 17-member board is made up of representatives from... - June 10, 2015 - SWACHA
Lean Construction Institute – Canada Established
The Canadian Construction Association (CCA) announces the establishment of the recently-formed Lean Construction Institute – Canada (LCI-Canada) as a special committee of the CCA. - June 07, 2015 - Canadian Construction Association
National Minority Trucking Association and SelecTrucks Establish a Partnership for the Future
The National Minority Trucking Association (NMTA) announced the launch of a partnership with SelecTrucks, a division of Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA). This partnership makes it possible for both NMTA members and SelecTrucks to harness the power of diversity to drive business for the used... - June 06, 2015 - National Minority Truckers Association
ASP® Home Staging Courses in Round Rock, TX, Sacramento, CA, Reading, MA, and by Webinar from StagedHomes.com®
Prosper in today's housing market with your ASP® Home Staging designation from StagedHomes.com®, the first and foremost provider of Home Staging education. New Accredited Staging Professional® courses have been added and announced by StagedHomes.com®. - June 06, 2015 - International Association of Home Staging Professional®
Japan Home Stagers Meet with Home Staging Inventor
Barb Schwarz, The Creator of Home Staging®, recently met with a group of officials from Home Staging Japan General Incorporated Association. Barb Schwarz invented the term and process of Home Staging in the 1970s, and went on to develop a professional Home Staging training course – Accredited Staging Professional® - in the 1990s. The Japanese Officials flew from Tokyo to Seattle to learn more about Staging and its process from Barb and her company Stagedhomes.com®. - June 04, 2015 - International Association of Home Staging Professional®
Barbara R. Taber Honored as Strathmore’s Who’s Who June Biography of the Month
Farmingdale, N.Y. – Barbara R. Taber, of Suffolk, Virginia, has recently been honored as the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Biography of the Month for June, 2015. This honor has been bestowed in recognition of her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Education. - June 04, 2015 - Strathmore Who's Who
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Janell K. Rosenberg
Janell K. Rosenberg, of Reno, Nevada, has recently been recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore’s Who’s Who for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Travel. - June 04, 2015 - Strathmore Who's Who
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Ian Sturdevant
Ian Sturdevant, of Falls Church, Virginia, has recently been recognized as a VIP member by Strathmore’s Who’s Who for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Insurance. - June 04, 2015 - Strathmore Who's Who
NAWBO Adds "sparXX" to ASU Event Honoring Women Leaders
Seven members of the National Association of Women Business Owners, Phoenix Chapter, were honored for contributions to women's entrepreneurship programs and being successful businesswomen themselves. - June 04, 2015 - NAWBO Phoenix
KOSBE Hosts Kingsport Chamber of Commerce After Hours Event
The Kingsport Office of Small Business Development and Entrepreneurship (KOSBE) will host a Kingsport Chamber of Commerce After Hours on Thursday, June 4, 5:30 PM, on the Brock Terrace of your Kingsport Chamber of Commerce. Food, beverages, and spirits will be provided, along with an excellent... - May 30, 2015 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
NAWBO Phoenix to Honor Members with Awards on June 10
Desert Diamonds Awards will be presented in six different categories. - May 30, 2015 - NAWBO Phoenix
NAWRB and FabOverFifty Form Partnership to Promote Women Real Estate Entrepreneurs
The National Association of Women in Real Estate Businesses (NAWRB) has announced a marketing alliance with FabOverFifty, a leading lifestyle website for women 45+, to promote the services of women real estate entrepreneurs to the millions of women who are making decisions about renovating,... - May 29, 2015 - The National Association of Women in Real Estate Businesses
Georgia Bank Earnings 12 Percent Higher in First Quarter
“The Georgia banking industry had a good first quarter, and that tracked alongside the generally improving state economy,” said Joe Brannen, president and CEO of the Georgia Bankers Association. “Our state’s banks grew loans, deposits and assets, and there are a low number of past-due loans." - May 29, 2015 - Georgia Bankers Association
NMBC and Diverse Visions Group Sign Strategic Alliance Agreement to Benefit NMBC Members & Other Small Business Owners
The National Minority Business Council and Diverse Visions Group have signed a strategic alliance agreement as of May 6th to benefit NMBC members & other small business owners. Founded in 2006, the DVG team is comprised of former minority corporate executives, board members and entrepreneurs... - May 29, 2015 - National Minority Business Council
Gloria Bieber Has Recently Been Honored as a Member of Strathmore’s Who’s Who Roundtable
Gloria Bieber, of Calgary, Alberta, Canada, has recently been recognized as a Roundtable member by Strathmore’s Who’s Who for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Holistic New Age Healing. - May 27, 2015 - Strathmore Who's Who
Sandra L. Marshall Honored as a Strathmore’s Who’s Who Professional of the Year
Sandra L. Marshall, of Calgary, Alberta, Canada, has recently been honored as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore’s Who’s Who for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Corporate Secretarial Services. - May 27, 2015 - Strathmore Who's Who
Larry G. Strite Honored as a 2015 Top 10 Member of Strathmore’s Who’s Who
Larry G. Strite, of Bay Springs, Mississippi, has been recognized as a 2015 Top 10 Member of Strathmore’s Who’s Who for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Agriculture. - May 27, 2015 - Strathmore Who's Who
Mary Helen Diegel Honored as Strathmore’s Who’s Who Round Table Member
Mary Helen Diegel, of Oak Park, Michigan, has recently been recognized as a member of the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Round Table for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Education. - May 26, 2015 - Strathmore Who's Who
Matthew Primous Recognized by National Alliance of Male Executives-N.A.M.E.
Matthew Primous of Rochester, New York has been recognized by the National Alliance of Male Executives-N.A.M.E. for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of arts and entertainment. About Matthew Primous Mr. Primous has been the Owner, President and CEO of Integrity Intrigue... - May 23, 2015 - N.A.M.E.
Wine Tasting with the Summer Pass
Wine tasting at the boutique wineries of California's beautiful Santa Ynez Valley all summer long with The Summer Pass. Visit 15 premier tasting rooms for one price. - May 21, 2015 - Santa Ynez Valley Wine Country Association
Spring Into a Home Staging Career Through StagedHomes.com
Become an Accredited Staging Professional® (ASP®) through StagedHomes.com®. StagedHomes.com® is the original provider of Home Staging training since 1999. The ASP® course was designed by Barb Schwarz, The Creator of Home Staging®, after decades of instructing real estate professionals in the art of Home Staging. Get educated through the finest Home Staging training in the world. - May 21, 2015 - International Association of Home Staging Professional®
StagedHomes.com® Announces 2015 Symposium Retreat for Master Home Stagers
StagedHomes.com® and International Association of Home Staging Professionals® will hold a Symposium Retreat for Accredited Staging Professional Masters® on Whidbey Island Oct. 17-19. Barb Schwarz, The Creator of Home Staging® and CEO of StagedHomes.com®, said the conference will focus on mastering your Home Staging business. For Accredited Staging Professionals® desiring to attend the Retreat and earn their master designation, the ASPM® Master Course will precede the conference Oct. 13-15. - May 21, 2015 - International Association of Home Staging Professional®
Arkansas Public Fleet Managers Association Elects 2015-2016 Chapter Officers/BOD
The APFMA elected its 2015 – 2016 leadership team at its eighth Annual Conference, which was held in Hot Springs, AR on May 7-8. - May 21, 2015 - APFMA
NTOA to Sponsor Canadian Resort Conference
The National Timeshare Owner’s Association (NTOA) has confirmed its sponsorship of the 2015 Canadian Resort Conference (CRC), Sept. 9 – 10, at the Pan Pacific Vancouver hotel in British Columbia, Canada. The annual conference is produced by Perspective Group on behalf of Canada’s... - May 21, 2015 - National Timeshare Owners Association
The Morton Grove Chamber of Commerce Announces Its First Ever "Scotch Doubles Bowling Fundraiser" at Classic Bowl in Morton Grove on June 19, 2015
In an effort to show that you can mix business with pleasure, the Morton Grove Chamber of Commerce is launching what it hopes will be the first of many annual bowling night networking events on Friday, June 19, 2015 from 6 to 8 pm. This event will help raise funds to continue the work of promoting local businesses to the community, which it has done since 1926. - May 20, 2015 - Morton Grove Chamber of Commerce
KOSBE Offers MicroMarketing and SBA Loan Workshop
The Small Business Development Center ETSU – Kingsport Affiliate will lead a MicroMarketing and SBA Loan Workshop on Thursday, May 28, from 1 to 3 PM, at the Rogersville/Hawkins County Chamber of Commerce. This training is co-sponsored by the Kingsport Office of Small Business Development and... - May 20, 2015 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
The American Ceramic Society Awarded $480k NIST AMTech Grant to Form Functional Glass Manufacturing Innovation Consortium
The FGMIC will produce an advanced glass manufacturing technology roadmap to prioritize and plan precompetitive collaborative research to solve functional glass manufacturing challenges. Functional glasses are high-performance technical glasses engineered for specific uses in energy, information, defense, communications, transportation, and biomedical applications. The FGMIC is one of 16 AMTech awards announced by NIST for a total of $7.8 million. - May 19, 2015 - The American Ceramic Society
2015 KOSBE Survey of Women Business Owners and Professional Women
The Kingsport Office of Small Business Development and Entrepreneurship (KOSBE) is asking women throughout the Northeast Tennessee region to complete a short (approximately 3 minute) survey. The survey is especially for women small business owners, entrepreneurial women non-business owners, and... - May 17, 2015 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
FPRA Southwest Florida Chapter’s Social Media Breakfast Brings Experts to the Table
The pros teach you how to engage your audience and get your posts noticed. - May 13, 2015 - Florida Public Relations Association
Egyptian IT Sector Bounces Back with 6,000 Job Opportunities Created by Foreign Investment
Egypt has established its reputation as one of the most popular BPM/ITO/KPO destinations with an average of 7.5% annual ICT exports growth rate. The country is already home to major multinational corporations including Intel, Valeo, Microsoft, Vodafone, Convergys, Sykes, Cisco, HP, Orange, Dell, Mentor Graphics, and many more exporting their services to nearly 160 destinations in different languages. - May 08, 2015 - ITIDA
New Industry Group to Advance DRM
Technology sector participants confirm that the time is right for an initiative totally focused on the advancement of digital rights management (ADRM). Internet usage trends underscore the need for improvement in access control solutions to protect the integrity of high-value content and proprietary data, provide optimal usability, and ensure the security and privacy of consumers and enterprise end-users. - May 05, 2015 - Distributed Computing Industry Association
Lin-Mar Motors/CARECARE Collision Centers in Morton Grove to Host Huge Multi-Chamber of Commerce Networking Event on May 28, 2015
Long time supporter of local Chambers of Commerce, Lin-Mar Motors and CARECARE Collision Centers will open up their facility for an after hours networking event for the members of the Morton Grove, Niles, Skokie, Lincolnwood, Park Ridge, Sauganash, Edgebrook Chambers; extending their invitation to Des Plaines and other local Chambers too for Thursday, May 28, 2015 from 5 to 8 pm at 5940 Oakton Street in Morton Grove, IL. - May 05, 2015 - Morton Grove Chamber of Commerce
Arkansas Public Fleet Managers Association to Hold 2015 Annual Conference
Fleet Professionals from AR and Surrounding States Converge on Hot Springs, AR, May 7-8 at the Hot Springs Convention Center for two days of education and networking. - May 05, 2015 - APFMA