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NCVMA Presents $1,900 Animal Welfare Grant to the SPCA of Northeastern North Carolina
The North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association Supports Local SPCA Chapter. - December 15, 2013 - NCVMA
NCVMA Presents $2,500 Animal Welfare Grant to Charlotte Animal Care & Control Shelter
North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association Supports The Animal Care & Control Division of The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department. - December 11, 2013 - NCVMA
Stephen Katsinas Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Publication
Stephen Katsinas, of Tuscaloosa, Alabama, has recently been recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Registry for his outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Education. About Stephen Katsinas Stephen Katsinas is the Director of the Education Policy Center at the University of Alabama. - December 07, 2013 - Strathmore Who's Who
Col. George Satterthwaite II Has Been Recognized as Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Publication
George Satterthwaite II has recently been recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Registry for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of National Defense. About George Satterthwaite II Col. George Satterthwaite II has served the U.S. Army in major... - December 07, 2013 - Strathmore Who's Who
SAPA 20th Anniversary Celebrations in Conjunction with the Presidents Forum and Health Care industry Forum in Beijing, China
The Sino‐American Pharmaceutical Professionals Association (SAPA) celebrated its 20th anniversary, in conjunction with the 4th SAPA Presidents’ Forum on October 20 and the 17th Healthcare Industry Forum on October 21-23, 2013 in Beijing, China. The theme of the event was... - December 06, 2013 - Sino-American Pharmaceutical Professionals Association
Forbes Small Biz Braintrust Contributor® Olalah Njenga Featured Speaker at Women's Power Networking Holiday Tea
Known for breaking a few fire codes, sharing pearls of workplace wisdom with the loyal viewers of the My Carolina Today morning show or NPR, Olalah Njenga, a 5′ 3″ champion of small business, is all about connecting and sharing. - December 04, 2013 - Women's Power Networking
EWNJ Announces January 28th Event: “A Seat at the Table – Celebrating Women and Board Leadership”
Executive Women of New Jersey (EWNJ) will host “A Seat at the Table – Celebrating Women and Board Leadership,” a January 28, 2014 breakfast and networking event that highlights the expanding role of women on corporate boards of directors. Campbell Soup Company’s President and CEO, Denise M. Morrison will serve as keynote speaker to the event, which also honors 17 New Jersey companies for commitment to board gender diversity. - December 02, 2013 - Executive Women of New Jersey (EWNJ)
NERETA Kicks Off "National Jobs Crisis Brainstorming Sessions" with Renowned Wharton Professor Peter Cappelli
The North East Regional Employment and Training Association (NERETA) is proud to present the first in a series of webinar events called, the "National Jobs Crisis Brainstorming Sessions." This first event is being held on Monday, December 2nd from 1 pm EST to 2:30 pm EST with... - December 01, 2013 - North East Regional Employment and Training Assoc
Turnaround Management Journal in the Teslar Model S
As the most innovative car of 2014 the Teslar Model S features news from the Turnaround Management Journal in the cars touch screen cockpit. - November 27, 2013 - Turnaround Management Society
#TakeYourSeat Annual Auction and Dinner Honors Portland Business Women and Benefits Oregon Non-Profit Project Lemonade
Portland Female Executives (PDXFX.ORG) and Thoroughly Modern Marketing (TMMPDX.COM) have partnered this year to present ‘A Seat at the Table,’ a silent auction and dinner designed to further the cause of a local charity. The 2013 event will be held in downtown Portland, Oregon on... - November 26, 2013 - Portland Female Executives
New York & New Jersey Minority Supplier Development Council Has 40th Anniversary Partnership Awards on December 6
The Council's 40th Anniversary Partnership Awards Gala at the New York Marriott Marquis is an Elegant Evening Celebrating Collaborations Between Multicultural Business Owners and Fortune 500 Companies, Institutions and Government Agencies. - November 23, 2013 - New York & New Jersey Minority Supplier Development Council
Local Grassroots Organization Works to Improve the Economy by Helping People Find Jobs
Join Mid-Michigan's best on Thursday, December 5th from 4:45 pm - 8:00 pm. Job-Seeker Workshops, Keynote Presentation for Businesses and Employees, then Open Networking Pre-registration is suggested at www.pinkslipmidmichigan.org. - November 21, 2013 - Pink Slip Mid-Michigan
Friends of the NCVMA Foundation Presents Grant to Support Sherrod Grove Stables
Philanthropic Arm of the North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association Supports Nonprofit Equine Sanctuary - November 21, 2013 - NCVMA
SWACHA Names Ninth-Grade Students at Dallas’ Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing and Visual Arts as the Winners of Its First Cyber Security Film Contest
Dallas-based SWACHA, one of the largest not-for-profit regional electronic payment associations in the country, today announced a team of ninth-grade students as the winner of its first annual Cyber Security Awareness Film Contest. The film contest was part of SWACHA’s participation in a... - November 21, 2013 - SWACHA
National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship Announces New Grant Program with Appalachian Regional Commission
NACCE and ARC Will Boost Resources to Foster Entrepreneurship and Grow Local Economies in Appalachia - November 20, 2013 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
Sherrill Stockton of Exchange Bank Reelected to National Association of Government Guaranteed Lenders Board of Directors
Sherrill Stockton, senior vice president and SBA Manager for Exchange Bank, Santa Rosa, CA, was reelected by her industry peers to serve another three-year term on the Board of Directors of the National Association of Government Guaranteed Lenders (NAGGL). NAGGL supports lenders that participate in... - November 19, 2013 - National Association of Government Guaranteed Lenders
African American Physicians: Cuts in Food Stamps Are Detrimental to the Health of African Americans and the Underserved
The National Medical Association states that cutting the Food Stamp program known as SNAP is a reprehensible act by Congress that will have a devastating effect on African Americans and other Minorities as we approach the Winter of 2014. - November 17, 2013 - National Medical Association
Leading Organizations Develop a National Action Plan to Combat Health Disparities
Hosted by the National Medical Association, the 2013 Summit on African American Health produces comprehensive document on health disparities and provides an aggressive roadmap for change. - November 14, 2013 - National Medical Association
Propane Education & Research Council: Seven Reasons to Get a Propane Generator Before the Next Big Storm
Following Hurricane Sandy in 2012, generators became hot items in the Northeast and in other areas of the country prone to weather- or capacity-related power outages. However, fueling a gasoline or diesel generator can be difficult in the aftermath of a big storm. For that reason and others, propane-fueled generators are often a very wise choice. - November 13, 2013 - Propane Education & Research Council
SWACHA Services Corporation Strengthens Payments Processing Opportunities for Financial Institutions Through New Partnership with Aptys Solutions
SWACHA Services Corporation, (SSC) a for-profit, wholly-owned subsidiary of SWACHA - The Electronic Payments Resource®, has officially partnered with Aptys Solutions as a technology provider for their automated clearing house (ACH) modules within PayLOGICS, the industry's only common platform... - November 09, 2013 - SWACHA
Stephanie Scotti to Advise on Perfecting Your Next Presentation at IABC Triangle Event Nov. 12
Local Chapter of Leading Organization for Local Professional Communicators Will Host Strategic Communication Advisor at Upcoming Event Open to the Public - November 09, 2013 - IABC Triangle
Survey Shows Popularity of Electronic Payments Continues to Soar
Electronic payments continue to rapidly become the most preferred form of bill payment among consumers, according to a recent survey of more than 600 Texans by Dallas-based SWACHA, one of the largest not-for-profit electronic payment associations in the country. According to SWACHA’s 2013... - November 08, 2013 - SWACHA
Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association (CT REIA) Announces Fall 2013 Real Estate Investment Coaching Program
On November 6, 2013 CT REIA will begin its Fall 2013 session of the real estate investing coaching program. This program is for anyone interested in buying and managing investment property in Connecticut. - November 02, 2013 - Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association - CTREIA
Nominations Open for 2nd Annual Addison County Companies to Watch Awards
Addison County Economic Development Corporation (ACEDC) will recognize local companies leading the way and having an impact in their communities. - November 02, 2013 - Addison County Economic Development Corporation
National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship Announces Winners of National Student Competitions
Community college students won cash awards in national competitions run by the National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship. - November 01, 2013 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
Exit Planning EDU Website Promises to Educate Business Owners with a Fresh Approach to Exit Planning
New Exit Planning EDU website launches to help business owners plan a path to their business ownership independence with a more empathetic, systematic approach to Exit Planning - October 29, 2013 - O'Hara & Company/Exit Planning EDU
Elizabeth A. Garcia-Janis Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Publication
Elizabeth A. Garcia-Jenkins, of Hill City, South Dakota, has recently been recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Registry for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Adolescent Psychiatry. About Elizabeth A. Garcia-Jenkins Dr. Elizabeth A. - October 26, 2013 - Strathmore Who's Who
Startups, Entrepreneurs, & Investors to Meet for 3rd Annual Financing the Working Landscape Conference November 7 in Middlebury
Entrepreneurs, service and capital providers, small businesses, startup ventures, and students connected to Vermont’s working lands will learn from business pitches, expert feedback, and challenge presentations, and enjoy local foods and craft beverages at the 3rd Annual Financing the Working Landscape Conference November 7 in Middlebury, VT. - October 25, 2013 - Addison County Economic Development Corporation
Fear That Enabled Increased Government Surveillance Now Driving Demands for Privacy
While the overwhelming desire for safety following 9/11 opened the door to extensive government surveillance, revelations made by former NSA contractor, Edward Snowden has brought the right to privacy back into the spotlight. - October 24, 2013 - Association of Independent Authors
Apex Chamber of Commerce Releases Survey Responses from Town Council Candidates
Apex Town Council candidates respond to questionnaire on economic development and business issues in preparation for Election Day. - October 24, 2013 - Apex Chamber of Commerce
11 Community Colleges Earn Grants Totaling $162,500 at the National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship Conference
The Coleman Foundation provides record financial support of $162,500 to 11 community colleges across the nation to build programs in key areas of NACCE's Presidents for Entrepreneurship Pledge. - October 22, 2013 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
Seven Community Colleges Chosen to Receive Grants During Year Two of NACCE/Sam's Club® "Shared Vision for Small Business" Competition
Seven community colleges across the country will receive $110,000 to support training and services for microenterprises in the National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship/Sam's Club "Shared Vision for Small Business" competition. - October 21, 2013 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
StagedHomes.com Announces Home Staging Classes for Fall/Winter 2013-2014
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. - October 20, 2013 - International Association of Home Staging Professional®
Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association (CT REIA) Announces Its October 2013 Monthly Meeting with Croix Sather
On October 21, 2013, the Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association (CT REIA) will be hosting its monthly meeting with real estate expert Croix Sather. - October 17, 2013 - Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association - CTREIA
Saginaw Future Inc. Receives Excellence in Economic Development Award from the International Economic Development Council
Saginaw Future Inc. received a Bronze Excellence in Economic Development Award for its 2012 project in the category of BRE- Single Event for communities with populations of 25,000 – 200,000 from the International Economic Development Council (IEDC). The honor was presented at an awards... - October 17, 2013 - Saginaw Future
North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association to Host Pet Care Exhibit at N.C. State Fair
Statewide Association of Veterinarians to Offer Information on Pet Care and Veterinary Medical Specialties at Annual State Fair. - October 16, 2013 - NCVMA
National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship Honors Entrepreneurship Educators & Alumni Entrepreneurs at 11th Annual Conference
NACCE names 2013 Entrepreneurial President and honors two other outstanding entrepreneurship educators, along with three community college alumni who have achieved entrepreneurial success. - October 15, 2013 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
The Chairmen’s RoundTable Mentors 400th Local Company
Non-profit organization hits major milestone after serving San Diego business community for more than 16 years. - October 14, 2013 - Chairmen's RoundTable
Alaska-Based Asset Inventory Professional Earns Certification
Erin McKay, owner of Northern Inventory in Anchorage, Alaska, has achieved her certification through National Inventory Certification Association. - October 14, 2013 - National Inventory Certification Association
Chris Winter is Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who
Chris Winter, of Devon, United Kingdom, has been named a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who for his exemplary achievements and outstanding contributions to the field of Information Technology. About Chris Winter Chris Winter is the Chief Executive Officer, Executive Consultant and... - October 11, 2013 - Strathmore Who's Who
Home Staging Pioneer Company Advances Toward Winning National Exposure
StagedHomes.com®, the original Home Staging Company founded by Barb Schwarz, The Creator of Home Staging®, has advanced to Round 2 in the competition to win a national TV commercial. The commercial will be featured during Super Bowl XLVIII in February, and is sponsored by Intuit Small Business Big Game Contest. - October 11, 2013 - International Association of Home Staging Professional®
Aiken, SC Inventory Professional Earns Certification
National Inventory Certification Association congratulates member Rachel d’Entremont, who has achieved the designation of Certified Inventory Specialist (CIS). - October 11, 2013 - National Inventory Certification Association
Entrepreneur and Philanthropist Desh Deshpande is Honored with Lifetime Achievement Award by the National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
NACCE's 2013 Lifetime Achievement Award goes to entrepreneur Desh Deshpande, founder of Sycamore Networks, among other companies. Dr. Deshpande's philanthropic work includes funding the establishment of MIT's Deshpande Center for Technological Innovation and the Merrimack Valley Social Entrepreneurship Sandbox. - October 09, 2013 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
New York & New Jersey Minority Supplier Development Council Features Green Trends in Fashion, Beauty & Style at Sustainability Summit 2013 on October 9
Sustainability Summit 2013: Expanding Green Multicultural Innovations Spotlights Business Opportunities for Minority and Diverse Businesses Offering Clean/Green Tech Products and Services. Workshops will include Experts from Sports, Beauty, Style, Data Centers, 3-D Printing and Real Estate. - October 09, 2013 - New York & New Jersey Minority Supplier Development Council
Indianapolis-Based Kendall Inventory Service Earns Certification
National Inventory Certification Association congratulates member Greg Holton, who has achieved the designation of Certified Inventory Expert (CIE). - October 08, 2013 - National Inventory Certification Association
Seonaid Mackenzie Has Recently Been Named a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who
Seonaid Mackenzie, of London, United Kingdom, has recently been recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Registry for her outstanding achievements in the field of Investment Services. About Seonaid Mackenzie Seonaid Mackenzie is Managing Partner of Sturgeon Ventures LLP,... - October 05, 2013 - Strathmore Who's Who
SWACHA Launches Its First Cyber Security Film Contest with Booker T. Washington High School for the Visual and Performing Arts
Dallas-based SWACHA, one of the largest not-for-profit regional electronic payment associations in the country, today announced its first annual Cyber Security Awareness Film Contest as part of its participation in October’s Cyber Security Awareness Month. The contest is open to students in... - October 03, 2013 - SWACHA
Consumer Confidence in Electronic Payments Remains High as 10th Annual Cyber Security Awareness Month Begins
October is the 10th annual National Cyber Security Awareness Month and according to a new survey from SWACHA, Texans are more confident than ever in the security of electronic payments. Dallas-based SWACHA is one of the largest not-for profit regional electronic payments associations in the country. - October 03, 2013 - SWACHA
New York & New Jersey Minority Supplier Development Council Presents Sustainability Summit 2013: Expanding Green Multicultural Innovations on October 9 in New York City
Spotlights Business Opportunities for Diversity in Sustainability with Leading Clean Tech/Green Tech Experts from NASCAR, National Football League, National Hockey League, HGTV, Turner Construction, Hewlett-Packard, Yahoo and Taiwan Government - September 29, 2013 - New York & New Jersey Minority Supplier Development Council
CT REIA Announces 10th Annual New England Real Estate Expo in Connecticut
On October 4, 5, and 6, 2013 the Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association will be hosting the 10th Annual New England Real Estate Expo in Meriden, CT. This event is designed for new and experienced real estate investors. - September 26, 2013 - Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association - CTREIA