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San Diego South County Chamber Names New Executives
South County’s regional chamber of commerce announced the addition of two members to the Board of Directors and named Regina Ong Garcia as the non-profit corporation’s Vice President. The San Diego South County Chamber of Commerce welcomed Merlyn Baker of Chula Vista to the Board as... - October 22, 2011 - San Diego South County Chamber of Commerce
Canadian Construction Association National Awards Program Now Open for Nominations
The Canadian Construction Association is now accepting nominations for its National Awards Program. There are 12 awards available, and are awarded at the 2012 CCA Annual Conference. - October 22, 2011 - Canadian Construction Association
NAWBO Day 2011 - We Have an App for That
NAWBO Day Specials - October 21, 2011 - NAWBO Pittsburgh
North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association to Host the 16th Annual Veterinary Conference
North Carolina Veterinary Conference to Take Place at Raleigh Convention Center - October 21, 2011 - NCVMA
CT REIA Announces Ed Rush as a Guest Speaker at 2011 New England Real Estate Investors Conference and Trade Show
Ed Rush will be a guest speaker at the 2011 New England Real Estate Investors and Entrepreneur Conference and Trade Show in Meriden, CT. This event takes place on October 29 and 30, 2011. - October 21, 2011 - Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association - CTREIA
The India Show: Book Launch and Knowledge Kit
Dr Rahul Khullar, Commerce Secretary and Chairman IBEF, today released the IBEF publication – The Best of India in Services– at the inaugural function of The India Show exhibition in Toronto. - October 20, 2011 - Indian Brand Equity Foundation
Sonam Kalra and Sharmitha Mukherjee Perform at The India Show: Cultural Evening in Toronto
A cultural evening – Toronto was treated today to a classical Indian evening as part of the cultural evening organised at The India Show in Toronto. - October 20, 2011 - Indian Brand Equity Foundation
Premiere Lithium Battery Conference Kicks Off the 2012 Educational Season
The Shenzhen International Lithium-ion Battery Summit creates a unique opportunity to learn from the giants of lithium innovation and technology. This important event will bring together a rare conclave of the industry’s most prestigious leaders from around the globe, December 3 to 6, 2011. - October 19, 2011 - Lithium-ion Battery Industry Association of North America
Illinois State Bar Association 7th Annual Solo & Small Firm Conference October 27-29
The Illinois State Bar Association’s (ISBA) 7th Annual Solo and Small Firm Conference will be held Thursday through Saturday, October 27-29, 2011, at the Hilton Springfield, 700 E. Adams St., in Springfield. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. on Thursday; for a complete schedule, visit... - October 19, 2011 - Illinois State Bar Association
CT REIA Announces Lee Phillips as a Guest Speaker at 8th Annual New England Real Estate Investors Conference and Trade Show
On October 29 and 30, 2011 the Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association will be hosting the 8th Annual New England Real Estate and Entrepreneur Conference and Trade Show in Meriden, CT. Guest speakers include Lee Phillips. - October 19, 2011 - Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association - CTREIA
The India Show, October 17-20, 2011, Toronto
The India Show, scheduled to be held from October 17-20, 2011, in Toronto, is being organised by EEPC India, Department of Commerce, Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India and India Brand Equity Foundation with support from the Indian High Commission in Ottawa and the... - October 19, 2011 - Indian Brand Equity Foundation
CT REIA Announces Scott Meyers as a Guest Speaker at 8th Annual Real Estate Investors Conference and Trade Show
On October 29 and 30, 2011 the Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association will be hosting the 8th Annual New England Real Estate and Entrepreneur Conference and Trade Show in Meriden, CT. Guest speakers include Scott Meyers. - October 15, 2011 - Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association - CTREIA
New Collection Attorney Certification Board Getting Industry Attention
Today’s rapid fire world of internet marketing and social networking is requiring collection law firms to break precedent and do something different. Adherence to the standards, terms and conditions of NBCA Certification is one new way to share what services a firm offers to those looking for collection professionals. - October 14, 2011 - National Board of Collection Attorneys
CT REIA Announces Chris Johnson as a Guest Speaker at 8th Annual Real Estate Investors Conference and Trade Show
On October 29 and 30, 2011 the Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association will be hosting the 8th Annual New England Real Estate and Entrepreneur Conference and Trade Show in Meriden, CT. Guest speakers include Chris Johnson. - October 13, 2011 - Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association - CTREIA
LMA Tampa Bay October Meeting: Law Firm Economics
Marketing professionals should have an understanding of basic law firm economics and how it plays a role in achieving marketing goals. To shed some light on law firm economics, LMA Tampa Bay will have a panel discussion on: • Basics of law firm economics • Firm profitability... - October 12, 2011 - Legal Marketing Association
South County Chamber Helps Chula Vista Businesses Thrive
San Diego South County Chamber of Commerce hosts the Chamber Breakfast: Part 2 of a life-changing THRIVE series with workshop facilitators, Jeff Morris and Gregory A. Spencer of SpendSmart.org. - October 12, 2011 - San Diego South County Chamber of Commerce
CT REIA Announces Nyrik And Linda Huuskonen as Guest Speakers at Annual Real Estate Investors Conference and Trade Show
On October 29 and 30, 2011 the Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association will be hosting the 8th Annual New England Real Estate and Entrepreneur Conference and Trade Show in Meriden, CT. Guest speakers include Nyrik and Linda Huuskonen. - October 12, 2011 - Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association - CTREIA
North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association to Host Pet Care Exhibit at 2011 N.C. State Fair
Statewide Association of Veterinarians to Offer Information on Pet Care and Animal Health - October 09, 2011 - NCVMA
Canadian Construction Association Launches New CCA Website and Opens Registration for 2012 Conference
The Canadian Construction Association (CCA) launched a brand new website for the organization, featuring streamlined navigation, a modernized look, and updated content for CCA members and the general public. The bilingual website is part of an overall strategy to improve CCA communications to its... - October 09, 2011 - Canadian Construction Association
NAWBO Greater Raleigh Launches Social Media Seminar Series
The National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) Greater Raleigh announces a new three-part seminar series focused on helping business owners take advantage of social media. The NAWBO Social Media seminar series meets once a month for three months beginning in October. The seminar series... - October 08, 2011 - NAWBO Greater Raleigh
Practical Retail Management Skills
A Development Program for Junior Retail Managers Seeking to Advance Their Careers, this program consists of 3 workshops over a 3 month period, which will be delivered by retail experts James Burke & Associates in association with Retail Excellence Ireland. - October 08, 2011 - Retail Excellence Ireland
Finalists Named for the 2011 TAG Excalibur Awards
The Technology Association of Georgia (TAG), the state’s leading association dedicated to the promotion and economic advancement of Georgia’s technology industry, in collaboration with its Business and Technology Alliance society (B&TA), today announced the finalists for the 2011 TAG Excalibur Awards. The winning companies will be recognized in one of five categories: small companies, mid-sized companies, large companies, educational and creative. - October 07, 2011 - TAG think
New Alliance in the Building Sector - ELSIA Supports the Launch of the METALS FOR BUILDINGS Alliance
METALS FOR BUILDINGS is the European metals alliance for recyclable & sustainable buildings, recently launched. It brings together nine European Metals Associations that are active in the building sector, in order to promote the unique strengths of metal products for recyclable &... - October 06, 2011 - European Lead Sheet Industry Association
SWACHA Survey Reveals Consumers Likely to Avoid Debit Card Fees by Using Alternative Payment Methods or Switching Providers
Debit card Debit card fees are currently on the minds of many Americans, but according to a recent survey conducted by SWACHA, one of the largest not-for-profit regional electronic payments associations in the country, the majority of consumers faced with monthly debit card fees are likely to... - October 06, 2011 - SWACHA
CCA Pleased with Permanent Gas Tax Fund Transfers to Aid Municipalities with Infrastructure
The Canadian Construction Association (CCA) is pleased to see the government moving forward with its commitment to introduce legislation to make permanent the annual transfer of funds to municipalities under the Gas Tax Fund. - October 06, 2011 - Canadian Construction Association
CT REIA Announces 2011 New England Real Estate Investors and Entrepreneur Conference and Trade Show in Connecticut
On October 29 and 30, 2011, the Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association will be hosting the 8th Annual New England Real Estate and Entrepreneur Conference and Trade Show in Meriden, CT. This event is designed for new and experienced real estate entrepreneurs. - October 05, 2011 - Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association - CTREIA
SWACHA Survey Reveals High Consumer Confidence in the Security of Electronic Payments as Cyber Security Awareness Month Begins
October is National Cyber Security Awareness Month and while all consumers are encouraged to protect themselves online, most show strong confidence in the security of their electronic payments according to a recent survey by Dallas-based SWACHA, one of the largest not-for profit regional electronic... - October 05, 2011 - SWACHA
NAFDMA Convention in 2012, New Opinions from the Old Dominion
27th Annual NAFDMA Convention will be held at the Williamsburg Marriott in Williamsburg Virginia on February 10-16, 2012. - October 05, 2011 - NAFDMA
PM Directed USF to Include Flood Stricken Districts of Sindh in the Proposed Telemedicine Network Immediately
Prime Minister Syed Yusuf Raza Gilani chaired the 25th meeting of Board of Directors of Universal Service Fund (USF) as Minister-Information Technology, at Prime Minister’s House this morning. The meeting approved projects budget of Rs.9.9 billion for Financial Year 2001-12 including... - October 02, 2011 - Universal Service Fund - Pakistan
ASM’s GC Showcase Offers a Rare Opportunity to Meet the Area’s Premier General Contractors
Associated Subcontractors of Massachusetts will host the GC Showcase on Tuesday, November 1, 2011 at The Westin Hotel in Waltham, MA. The GC Showcase will provide Boston-area subcontractors the opportunity to network with some of the area’s premier general contractors. The event is free and... - October 01, 2011 - Associated Subcontractors of Massachusetts
KOSBE Broadens Eligibility for 2011 Awards Competition
The Annual KOSBE Awards Committee has announced the only exception to the official rules, which pertains solely to the Innovation Award. According to KOSBE Executive Director Aundrea Wilcox, “This will be the only category in the new 2011 competition that allows a business that has not been... - September 30, 2011 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
KOSBE Award Winner Cumberland Marketing Acquires The Bliss Agency
KOSBE Award winner Cumberland Marketing announced today the acquisition of Bristol’s The Bliss Agency. The deal combines Cumberland’s expertise in marketing, branding, promotions and interactive services with Bliss’ extensive background in web development and mobile... - September 30, 2011 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
What You Need to Know Now to Make Money (Safely) in Real Estate Sponsored by Ohio Real Estate Investors Association
Ohio real estate market is the most profitable, exciting, bargain-filled it's been in 25 yrs. - September 29, 2011 - OREIA
Professional Landcare Network Adopts NYC Park
The Professional Landcare Network (PLANET) announced today that it has officially adopted Capsouto Park in New York City. Located at the intersections of Laight, Canal, and Varick streets in Manhattan, the park opened two years ago and is where hundreds of firefighters and law enforcement officials... - September 29, 2011 - PLANET
CT REIA Announces October 2011 Weekend Investing Seminar on Negotiating Strategies for Real Estate Investors
On October 1, 2011, the Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association (CT REIA) will be hosting a weekend seminar with Don DeRosa in Meriden, CT. Attendees of this seminar will learn strategies for negotiating deals. - September 28, 2011 - Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association - CTREIA
IIABNJ Announces New Day Pass at the 2011 Annual Conference
IIABNJ announces the inclusion of a Day Pass for the October annual conference, allowing agents the option to attend only the Monday educational sessions. - September 24, 2011 - Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of New Jersey (IIABNJ)
SWACHA to Educate Financial Professionals on Global Payments with Principles of International Payments Seminar
Dallas-based SWACHA, one of the largest not-for-profit regional electronic payments associations in the country, is set to host a two-day seminar in Dallas on Sept. 27 and 28 to teach financial professionals how to grow their business globally by implementing processes and procedures that allow... - September 23, 2011 - SWACHA
American Translators Association Launches ATA-Certified Translator Seal
The American Translators Association recently launched the ATA-certified translator seal which was developed for the exclusive use of ATA-certified members in good standing. The seal offers certified translators an opportunity to documents their certification for a client or translation job. It... - September 23, 2011 - American Translators Association
IBC and Canadian Construction Association Seeking Input on BIM Use in Canada
The Institute for BIM in Canada (IBC) is conducting a survey to assess the BIM environment in Canada. They are asking designers, constructors, operators, and owners of vertical and horizontal infrastructure to take part. - September 22, 2011 - Canadian Construction Association
Erin Barnette Joins IMI Association Executives as Administrative Manager
N.C.-based association management company, IMI Association Executives expands staff with the addition of Erin Barnette as Administrative Manager. - September 22, 2011 - IMI Association Executives
CT REIA Announces September 2011 Meeting and Dinner for Women Real Estate Investors in Connecticut
On September 27, 2011, the Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association (CT REIA) will be hosting the Women Real Estate Investors Association (WREIA) meeting and dinner in Wallingford, CT. Attendees of this seminar will receive powerful investment training. - September 22, 2011 - Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association - CTREIA
Chair of NY MWBE Task Force, William Thompson to Lead Panel Discussion - 8th Annual Harlem Business Economic Summit
Expanding procurement opportunities for small business owners within New York state. - September 21, 2011 - The Harlem Business Alliance
“Small Businesses, Big Ideas”: The 8th Annual Harlem Business Economic Summit
Compelling business experts and thriving entrepreneurs provide cost-effective techniques and advice on how to grow a small business in this economy - September 21, 2011 - The Harlem Business Alliance
CT REIA Announces September 2011 Seminar for Real Estate Investors and Professionals in Fairfield County, Connecticut
On September 26, 2011 the Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association will be hosting a meeting for the Fairfield County Real Estate Investors Association in Fairfield, CT. - September 21, 2011 - Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association - CTREIA
Sovereign Wealth Fund Institute to Host their First Sovereign Fund Forum in Switzerland
The Sovereign Wealth Fund Institute, the leading research institution on sovereign funds is hosting their first sovereign fund forum in Montreux, Switzerland. The Fairmont Le Montreux Palace will be the scene of the event titled Sovereign Wealth Fund Forum Europe 2011. The forum will be held on October 23 through 25, 2011. This is following the Sovereign Wealth Fund Institute’s successful inaugural sovereign wealth event in Southern California. - September 20, 2011 - Sovereign Wealth Fund Institute
LA Superior Court Judge Mark Juhas from the Elkins Implementation Task Force Will be the Keynote Speaker at the California Association of Legal Document Assistants
This conference will highlight the first decade of the Legal Document Assistant profession after Senate Bill 1418 authorized LDAs to prepare legal documents. - September 19, 2011 - California Association of Legal Document Assistants
Construction Industry Leaders Forum Gathers Top Companies in Toronto
The CCA Construction Industry Leaders Forum features roundtable and panel discussions about the construction industry and how to prepare for the future. The event also features a keynote address from Robert Herjavec, CEO of the Herjavec Group. - September 17, 2011 - Canadian Construction Association
BNI Partners for Success Chapter to Host Open House
The Partners for Success chapter of BNI (Business Network International) New Hampshire will host an open house on September 21, 2011 at 8:00am at the New Hampshire Audubon Society, 84 Silk Farm Road in Concord. The event is an opportunity for small business owners and entrepreneurs to experience... - September 17, 2011 - BNI, New Hampshire
Cityscape Latin America Will Offer Insights on the Brazilian Real Estate Market for Investors
From 7th to 9th November, worldwide investors will discuss key issues on the Brazilian Real Estate market, during the Cityscape Latin America 2011. - September 16, 2011 - IBC - International Business Communications
Tips on Hiring for Backyard Storm Cleanup
The Professional Landcare Network reminds consumers how to select a landscape, lawn care, or tree care company to help with prevention and after-storm cleanup. - September 16, 2011 - PLANET