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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

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

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

New York & New Jersey Minority Supplier Development Council Commends Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Goal to Expand Minority Business Contracts with New York State Agencies

Governor Andrew Cuomo calls on New York State agencies to double the current minority and women-owned business participation goal - January 19, 2011 - New York & New Jersey Minority Supplier Development Council

National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship Announces Partnership with Taylor Insight Aimed at Expanding and Improving Nation’s Small Businesses

The National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship (NACCE) and Taylor Insight Worldwide announced today a joint-venture aimed at improving and expanding the breadth and depth of information, resources, corporate, civic, and government partnerships available to community college... - January 15, 2011 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship

CSIA Announces the First 2011 “Celebrities” for C-Level @ A Mile High

CSIA, Colorado’s Technology Association, announces the first group of “Celebrities” participating in the March 10, 2011 event. - January 14, 2011 - CSIA, Colorado's Technology Association

New Safety Measurement System Drives Change for Iowa Motor Carriers

After months of anticipation, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) finally went live in December with its new safety measurement system – CSA, which stands for “Compliance, Safety, Accountability.” With the new system now in place, FMCSA officials say more than... - January 08, 2011 - Iowa Truck Services

VAT Rise – It’s Not Just Consumers Who Have to Pay, Says ACCA

SMEs could ask to defer their payments. - January 08, 2011 - ACCA

CT REIA Announces Quarterly Meeting of the Apartment Owners Association Of Connecticut on January 12, 2011

On Wednesday, January 12th, the Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association (CT REIA) will be sponsoring a new Apartment Owners Association Of Connecticut (AOACT) meeting. Attendees will receive helpful advice on how to manage investment properties and apartment buildings. - January 07, 2011 - Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association - CTREIA

Pittsburgh SEO Group Announces Social Media & SEO Seminars & Events

Social Media & SEO Seminars: Learn how search engines are incorporating social media into their search results and how to use social media to ensure your website can be found by people seeking your products and services. - January 06, 2011 - Pittsburgh SEO Group

CSIA Announces 2011 Board of Directors

CSIA, Colorado’s Technology Association, announces their 2011 Board of Directors. - January 06, 2011 - CSIA, Colorado's Technology Association

Coleman Foundation Elevator Grants Winners Get Year-End Boost by Earning Additional $31,800 in Matching Funds; Total Now Received via NACCE Competition is $99,300

Eight community colleges across the country have received an additional $31,800 in grants from the Coleman Foundation after having raised funds in their communities to support programs in entrepreneurship education. The additional funds come on top of $67,500 the schools earned in the Elevator Grant Competition at the National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship Conference in October. - January 06, 2011 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship

NPSA Announces Portable Storage Seminar in Virginia Beach

The National Portable Storage Association just announced its 2011 Resale Expo May 1-May 3, 2011. - January 01, 2011 - National Portable Storage Association

The City of Miami Gardens Honors Program Will Provide Paid Internships for Local Students

The City of Miami Gardens Honors Program will provide local students with paid internships at the City of Miami Gardens, sharing with them the opportunity to gain practical and professional experience in government. - December 31, 2010 - City of Miami Gardens

Universities to Compete in National Security Innovation Competition 2011

Only university competition awarding scholarships for innovation serving national security needs -- Call for papers - December 29, 2010 - Colorado Homeland Defense Alliance

The City of Miami Gardens Honors and Celebrates the Life and Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

7th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King (MLK) “Unity in the Community “Holiday Celebration - December 29, 2010 - City of Miami Gardens

North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association Executive Director Named to N.C. Agribusiness Council

NCVMA Executive Director Joins Organization Council Dedicated to Raising Awareness of the State’s Number One Industry. - December 24, 2010 - NCVMA

Iowa Truck Services Navigates Annual Licensing Renewal

Officials at Iowa Truck Services (ITS) offer expert resources to help eliminate the challenges and hassles of license renewal by managing the process for private, for-hire and specialized motor carriers. The deadline for annual licensing renewal is rapidly approaching. Notices – such as International Registration Plans, Distance Schedules and Vehicle Schedules – must be postmarked or received by the Iowa Department of Transportation (DOT) no later than January 31, 2011 - December 18, 2010 - Iowa Truck Services

Rotary Club of Fort Worth, Riverside Middle School Partner in E-Book Reader Literacy Program

Middle school receives initial 65 Kindle e-readers as part of a special reading program, “Putting E(xcitement)-Books in the Hands of Students” - December 18, 2010 - Rotary Club of Fort Worth

NPSA Applauds Tulane University Professors

The National Portable Storage Association congratulates two Tulane University professors for winning first place in a design competition that puts portable storage in the mix. - December 16, 2010 - National Portable Storage Association

NPSA Applauds Home for Hope Innovations

The National Portable Storage Association recognizes Home for Hope, a project developed by ASU students to help people in the wake of disaster. - December 12, 2010 - National Portable Storage Association

New York & New Jersey Minority Supplier Development Council Honors Top Corporations and Minority Businesses with 2010 Partnership Awards

The Partnership Awards presented top corporate honors to IBM Corporation as National Corporation of the Year; New York Life Insurance as Regional Corporation of the Year; Interpublic Group with the Chairman’s Award and Joy Crichlow of Con Edison with Advocate of the Year. Outstanding African American, Hispanic American and Asian American New York and New Jersey business-owners were saluted with Supplier Awards. - December 10, 2010 - New York & New Jersey Minority Supplier Development Council

Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® Honor Hall of Fame Members

Three Members of Local Real Estate Association Honored at Awards Ceremony. - December 09, 2010 - RRAR

DCIA Presents CONTENT IN THE CLOUD Conference at CES

Special Early Registration Rates End on December 31st. - December 08, 2010 - Distributed Computing Industry Association

Connecticut Real Estate Investors Assn. (CT REIA) Announces New Nuts and Bolts of Real Estate Investing Series

During its new Nuts and Bolts Of Real Estate webinar series, CT REIA will be interviewing leading real estate professionals in Connecticut such as insurance brokers, home inspectors, home stagers, hard money lenders, appraisers, and more. - December 08, 2010 - Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association - CTREIA

SIP Forum User Agent Configuration Recommendation Ratified and Published as RFC 6011 by the Internet Engineering Task Force

RFC 6011 provides the guidelines for consistent and simple configuration of SIP-based end-point devices. - December 07, 2010 - SIP Forum

Portable Storage Containers Prevent Leaks

The National Portable Storage Association offers records storage alternative in the wake of the WikiLeaks scandal. - December 07, 2010 - National Portable Storage Association

Small Business Winners Announced for the 2010 Annual KOSBE Awards

The winners of the 2010 Annual KOSBE Awards have been named by the Kingsport Area Chamber of Commerce Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship (KOSBE). - December 06, 2010 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE

NAHREP Orange County Hosts Annual Holiday Luncheon; Donates 300+ Unwrapped Toys to Local Children's Agencies

The Orange County Chapter of the National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals (NAHREP), a nonprofit trade organization dedicated to increasing the homeownership rate among Latinos, presented over 300 unwrapped toys yesterday to two local agencies, including the Orangewood... - December 05, 2010 - NAHREP Orange County

Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® Members Earn REALTOR® Emeritus

Nine Members of Local Real Estate Association Recognized by National Association of REALTORS® - December 05, 2010 - RRAR

North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association Finance Advisory Committee Member Wins N.C. Senate Seat

Dr. Bill Rabon Elected to District 8 Seat in North Carolina Senate - December 04, 2010 - NCVMA

Iowa Motor Truck Association Launches New Division - Emerging Regulatory Changes Drive Demand for Safety and Compliance Services

The Iowa Motor Truck Association (IMTA) is unveiling a new division – Iowa Truck Services – that will provide licensing, permitting, safety and compliance solutions for member and non-member motor carriers, as well as farmers and independent businesses with delivery... - December 02, 2010 - Iowa Truck Services

North Scottsdale Chamber of Commerce Begins Holiday Toy Drive and Sponsors Food Drive for St. Mary’s Food Bank

NSCC holds annual toy drive to benefit Helping Hands; food drive in partnership with Mercado Merchants Association - November 26, 2010 - North Scottsdale Chamber of Commerce

The NC Center For Women in Public Service Announces Steering Committee for Women On Board Event

Second Annual Event Garners Statewide Support to Increase Number of Women Appointments - November 26, 2010 - NCCWPS

NPSA Announces 2011 Chairman

The National Portable Storage Association has elected a new board of directors for 2011. - November 20, 2010 - National Portable Storage Association

Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association (CT REIA) Announces Annual Property Investment Contest

On December 6, 2010, the CT Real Estate Investors Association (CT REIA) will be having its annual contest and holiday dinner for real estate investors and professionals in Connecticut and New England. This event will take place in Meriden, CT. - November 19, 2010 - Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association - CTREIA

Global Accountancy Giants CICPA and ACCA Sign Agreement

The MoU will result in CICPA and ACCA working together on training for chief accountants and leading accounting talent in China and internationally. - November 17, 2010 - ACCA

Mobile Monday Chicago to Address Mobile Web Site Development and Strategy

On Monday, November 15, 2010 Chicago’s mobile industry professionals will gather for a presentation from J Schwan, Mobile Technology Practice Partner for Solstice Consulting, on the topic of "Mobile Web Development - 30 tips in 60 minutes." “There’s been a lot of change... - November 13, 2010 - Mobile Monday - Chicago

North Scottsdale Chamber of Commerce Partners with Doozy of a Deal for Fundraising Effort

“Deal of the Day” website provides broad exposure for Chamber businesses while donating a portion of proceeds back to the NSCC. - November 13, 2010 - North Scottsdale Chamber of Commerce

KOSBE Officially Announces Judge Panel and Guest Speaker for the 2010 Annual KOSBE Awards

KOSBE is pleased to announce the ten judges and guest speaker that have been selected for the 2010 Annual KOSBE Awards. Inaugurated in 1994, the Annual KOSBE Awards is the longest running and most recognized small business-focused awards program in the Tri-Cities area. - November 11, 2010 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE

Kingsport Chamber and KOSBE Kick Off Global Entrepreneurship Week with Small Business Night School Nov 16 & 17

In recognition of Global Entrepreneurship Week, the Kingsport Chamber of Commerce and KOSBE have teamed up to put on the Fall 2010 Small Business Night School, on Tuesday and Wednesday, November 16 & 17, from 5:00 p.m. to 9 p.m., at the Kingsport Chamber of Commerce in Downtown Kingsport. - November 11, 2010 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE

International Volunteer Programs Association Convenes Conference for Practitioners

On November 4, 2010 International Volunteer Programs Association (IVPA) convened its 2010 IVPA Conference. The event, held at Cross-Cultural Solutions’s headquarters in New Rochelle, NY, brought together executive directors from leading volunteer sending organizations from around the... - November 10, 2010 - International Volunteer Programs Association

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