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NPSA Announces 2009 Chairman of the Board
The National Portable Storage Association has elected a new board of directors for 2009. - November 20, 2008 - National Portable Storage Association
The Chairmen’s RoundTable Shares Top Ten Tips for Doing Business in Tough Times
The Chairmen’s RoundTable (CRT), a San Diego-based, non profit volunteer organization that provides gratis mentoring and business advice to CEOs and presidents of local, private businesses, recently presented a panel on “Doing Business in Tough Times.” Keynote speaker Paul Brown, President of Expedia North America was joined by an executive panel featuring CRT mentors Holly Green, Bill Lofft and Bob McRann and CSUSM Professor Martin Gannon. The presentation resulted in these top ten tips. - November 17, 2008 - Chairmen's RoundTable
SERCOS III in ROVEMA Packaging Machines
Through the openness and standardization of SERCOS III, ROVEMA has a universal drive and automation interface available. - November 17, 2008 - SERCOS North America
SERCOS Vendor Organizations Announce Packaging Profile for SERCOS III
The SERCOS vendor organizations have announced the development of a Pack Profile for real-time Ethernet-based SERCOS III. The Pack Profile defines a subset of the SERCOS interface® functions for packaging machinery to ease implementation of the standard and improve the multi-vendor... - November 17, 2008 - SERCOS North America
Anna Symington Named Executive Director, UMass Amherst Alumni Association
The University of Massachusetts Amherst Alumni Association is pleased to announce that Anna Symington has been named Executive Director of the Alumni Association. A graduate of the UMass Amherst Stockbridge School of Agriculture in 1976, Ms. Symington went on to receive her Bachelor’s degree... - November 16, 2008 - University of Massachusetts Alumni Assocaition
MobiMate and WorldMate Establish New Headquarters in Atlanta
MobiMate Ltd., a privately-held developer of award-winning mobile travel software based in Lod, Israel, along with its U.S.-based subsidiary WorldMate, Inc., has announced it will undergo a re-organization and establish its new corporate headquarters in Atlanta. - November 15, 2008 - AICCSE
TiE – Detroit Presents: TiECon Midwest on November 21 and 22, 2008
Event to help connect businesses, entrepreneurs, venture capitalists, and experts together and help all learn more about doing business in an international economy. - November 15, 2008 - The Indus Entrepreneurs-Detroit
Defense Commercial Vendors Coalition Helps Incorporate Better Use of Commercial Technology Provisions Into FY2009 National Defense Authorization Act
The efforts of the Defense Commercial Vendors Coalition and others have led Congress to strengthen enforcement provisions related to the use of commercial technology by DoD. The FY2009 NDAA requires more comprehensive market research and reporting on DoD progress in this area of the acquisitions process. This will lead to cost savings and quicker provision of needed tools to the defense and intelligence communities. - November 15, 2008 - Defense Commercial Vendors Coalition
Pioneering Business Network Focuses in on Building Up the Minority Women-Owned Business Community
Onyx Six announces its plans to revive the mentor/mentee relationship amongst minority business owners and professionals through its new Mentorship Program (launch 2009). - November 14, 2008 - Onyx Six
Don’t Get Burned by Furnace Fraud as Weather Turns Colder
Connecticut Better Business Bureau alerts homeowners about common scare tactics used by unscrupulous service providers. - November 14, 2008 - Better Business Bureau CT
International Brangus Breeders Association Announces 2009 Editorial Plan, Launches New Publication
The International Brangus Breeders Association (IBBA) and Brangus Publications, Inc, (BPI) is extremely pleased to announce that they will be publishing six issues of the Brangus Journal and four commercial editions of a new publication, the FRONTLINE Beef Producer in 2009. The objective is to... - November 14, 2008 - International Brangus Breeders Association
Georgia Leaders to Visit Israel on American-Israel Chamber of Commerce Business Mission, December 13 – 18, 2008
State Insurance Commissioner John Oxendine Joins Mission. Even as economies around the world struggle, Israel’s remains surprisingly robust, supported by extraordinary technologies, entrepreneurs, and strong business partnerships to take their products global. The American-Israel Chamber of... - November 13, 2008 - AICCSE
Portable Storage Containers Offer Hunters a Safe Haven
The National Portable Storage Association offers tips for safe shelter and storage during hunting season. - November 12, 2008 - National Portable Storage Association
The Golden State Chapter Forms as the Newest Chapter of the Club Managers Association of America
The four California chapters of the Club Managers Association of America have joined together as one. It is therefore with considerable excitement that they announce that they are now The Golden State Chapter. At an organizational meeting on October 2, 2008, members of the former Chapters met to... - November 10, 2008 - The Golden State Chapter
Advice from Connecticut BBB About Online Holiday Shopping
Protect your computer and purchases when conducting Internet commerce. - November 08, 2008 - Better Business Bureau CT
National Conference in Denver to Examine Colorado Law Barring Illegal Aliens from State Services
A national convention meeting in Denver will examine whether a recent Colorado law denying state-supported health services to illegal aliens is hurting non-profits’ ability to assess the effectiveness of their programs that target communities of color. The roundtable on Colorado House Bill... - November 05, 2008 - American Evaluation Association
GBBR Charitable Foundation Raises $14,500 to Support Baltimore Area Students Through Adopt-a-Classroom
The Greater Baltimore Board of REALTORS® Charitable Foundation is awarding $14,500 to help support local schools through the Adopt-A-Classroom Program. Twenty-nine classrooms in Baltimore area schools will receive a $500 stipend for teachers to purchase equipment, supplies and materials that... - October 31, 2008 - Greater Baltimore Board of REALTORS
Greater Baltimore Board Of Realtors Installs 2009 Board Of Directors -- Vito Simone Named President, Bob Kimball Honored as REALTOR® of the Year
The Greater Baltimore Board of REALTORS® (GBBR) has announced that Vito Simone will lead its board of directors as president for 2009. At the trade association’s annual installation of officers and awards ceremony at Baltimore’s Engineer’s Club, GBBR also appointed David W. - October 31, 2008 - Greater Baltimore Board of REALTORS
Cincinnati National Society of Hispanic MBAs Announces Professional Development Series Sponsored by Macy’s
Cincinnati NSHMBA Welcomes Highest Ranked Latina at Macy’s Corporate to Speak at Luncheon. - October 31, 2008 - National Society of Hispanic MBAs
Network for Success and Stability in a Volatile Economy: Jorge Olson Presents Unselfish Self-Promotion at the British American Business Council Young Executives' Event
Professionals and entrepreneurs are gathering at The Olde Ship for a scintillating networking and marketing presentation by Jorge Olson designed to help build one’s business and career. Economic conditions are frustrating employers and employees alike. Jorge has up-to-date insights on the value of networking, the latest networking tools and how to leverage them for success. The event is November 6th. - October 30, 2008 - BABC OC
Connecticut Better Business Bureau Helps Seasonal Job Seekers
Tips to find holiday employment in a competitive job market. - October 30, 2008 - Better Business Bureau CT
Coastal Training Technologies Receives Commonwealth of Virginia Compass Award for Excellence in International Trade
Governor Kaine recognized Coastal Training Technologies Corp. with the annual Commonwealth of Virginia Compass Award for Excellence in International Trade. The award was presented during the World Trade Conference held in Norfolk, Va. Coastal Training Technologies is the first Virginia Beach-based... - October 29, 2008 - Virginia Beach Economic Development Department
AIGA Arizona Announces Art Auction Fundraiser
The Arizona chapter of AIGA, the professional association for design, is holding its annual Art Auction fundraising event at Scottsdale Design District at 2716 N 68th Street, Suite #2 in Scottsdale on Friday, November 21st. Original works of art, including paintings, photography, sculptures, digital art, jewelry and more, will be auctioned to benefit the art programs of Free Arts of Arizona as well as AIGA Arizona’s student and professional programming. - October 28, 2008 - AIGA Arizona
Largest US Fishery Donates Seafood to Support Hunger Relief
Volunteers from the Alaska pollock fishery and US Congressman Jim McDermott (D-WA) will serve lunch, including donated seafood from the fishery, to the homeless and unemployed at Seattle's Millionair Club on Wednesday, October 22nd. With the current economic downturn, the Millionair Club is reporting a 30% increase in requests for its services. - October 23, 2008 - At-sea Processors Association (APA)
CT Better Business Bureau Urges Students Learn Financial Responsibility
Fewer than half know how to manage credit & finances - October 23, 2008 - Better Business Bureau CT
Scott Hall Joins Virginia Beach Economic Development Department as Coordinator of Business Development Programs
The City of Virginia Beach Economic Development Department announced today the hiring of Scott Hall to fill their newly created position of Business Development Coordinator. He will be responsible for managing the department’s business attraction and retention activities. “I’m... - October 22, 2008 - Virginia Beach Economic Development Department
Speed Venture Summit™ Top Companies to Receive Pitch-Off Awards
The NH High Technology Council and NH Small Business Development Center today announced the award structure for the top businesses at The Speed Venture Summit™. Fifty of New England’s fastest-growing hot companies have been selected to pitch their growth stories to the region’s leading private capital investors. The five finalists will be seeking private capital investment, and will also compete to win the new, super-thin and stylish Peek™ e-mail device, along with other accessories. - October 22, 2008 - Speed Venture Summit
Vegas Storage Conference is No Gamble in Tight Economy
The National Portable Storage Association's 6th Annual Conference & Exposition offers strategies to help businesses grow in down economy. - October 21, 2008 - National Portable Storage Association
GBBR Members Take Home Top Honors at Statewide REALTOR® Awards Grove is Maryland REALTOR® of the Year, Marsiglia Awarded Lifetime Achievement Honors
The Greater Baltimore Board of REALTORS® (GBBR) is congratulating several of its members who received top honors at the recent Maryland Association of REALTORS® (MAR) awards ceremony: Katie E. Grove was honored as Maryland’s REALTOR® of the Year. A sales associate with Coldwell... - October 18, 2008 - Greater Baltimore Board of REALTORS
AquaVida USA President Wins Make Mine A Million $ Business™ Event
AquaVida USA, LLC (www.aquavidausa.com), has announced that Elizabeth Casazza, founder and president of the company, was named a Make Mine a Million $ Business™ award recipient on Oct. 7 in Charlotte at North Carolina’s first Make Mine a Million $ Business™ event. Casazza’s... - October 17, 2008 - Make Mine A Million $ Business
Hispanic Chamber of E-Commerce – Online Small Business Association Re-launched Website
The Hispanic Chamber of E-Commerce, the online small business association focused on promoting e-business tools among small business owners, has launched its re-designed website, www.hiscec.com, with a vibrant new look and significant layout updates. - October 17, 2008 - Hispanic Chamber of E-Commerce
Speed Venture Summit™ Oversubscribed by Applicant Interest
The NH High Technology Council and NH Small Business Development Center today announced that they are oversubscribed with applications for the Speed Venture Summit™ from both businesses and investors. Members of the public may still register for the networking segment of the Summit. The featured speed-venturing segment matches companies seeking investment capital with private direct pitches to top investors on Tuesday, October 28, 2008 at the Radisson Hotel in Manchester, NH. - October 17, 2008 - Speed Venture Summit
Connecticut BBB Warns Families About “Grandparent Scam”
Seniors being bilked out of thousands of dollars by crooks posing as family members in need. - October 16, 2008 - Better Business Bureau CT
Make Mine a Million $ Business™ Names Carolina Winners
Mary Cantando, one of the key coordinators for the North Carolina Make Mine a Million $ Business™ (www.makemineamillion.org) event, announced the award winners for the event held on Oct. 7 at the Blake Hotel. Finalists were asked to deliver a business pitch to women entrepreneurs, judges and... - October 15, 2008 - Make Mine A Million $ Business
NPSA Hosts Cash Money Machine at Vegas Conference
As the turmoil on Wall Street continues, the National Portable Storage Association is offering conference attendees a sure way to collect some quick cash. - October 14, 2008 - National Portable Storage Association
Historic Attendance for Association Meeting
Over 700 persons attended a networking event for construction trade subcontractors to meet with Chicago area general contractors. - October 12, 2008 - ASA Chicago
Deer Season Puts Auto Insurance Coverage to the Test
Few people read their auto insurance policy and are unaware of limitations and extent of coverage. - October 12, 2008 - Better Business Bureau CT
Anita Borg Institute Announces Record Breaking Attendance for 8th Annual Grace Hopper Celebration of Women in Computing
Largest Gathering of Women in Computing in the World Highlighted by Keynotes from Industry Luminaries Fran Allen and Mary Lou Jepson; Dissemination of Research Study on Mid-level Technical Women. - October 12, 2008 - Anita Borg Institute
Vermont’s Mount Snow Area to Host Masquerade Dinner and Charity Art Auction
Southern Vermont’s Mount Snow Valley region is hosting a swanky formal Black and White Masquerade Charity Dinner and Auction on Saturday October 25th. The event is the grand finale of a summer long public arts project: The Vermonsters of the Deerfield Valley. The Vermonster creations are... - October 11, 2008 - Mount Snow Valley Chamber of Commerce
Topaz Partners’ Tim Allik to Discuss Social Media Trends at New England Direct Marketing Association Breakfast
Allik, Topaz Director of Social Media Public Relations, to focus on social media at NEDMA’s “Eyes on the prize: Implementing a social media program with a business mindset” program. - October 09, 2008 - The New England Direct Marketing Association
Connecticut BBB: Looking for a Fast Way to Sell a House?
Trade it in for a new home, but beware. - October 08, 2008 - Better Business Bureau CT
Women Presidents’ Organization Sponsors Make Mine A Million $ Business™ Breakfast
Mary Cantando, coordinator for the North Carolina Make Mine A Million $ Business™ event (www.makemineamillion.org), has announced that the Women Presidents’ Organization (WPO) will sponsor a breakfast for the event to be held Tuesday, Oct. 7, at the Blake Hotel, located at 555 S... - October 08, 2008 - Make Mine A Million $ Business
Kingsport Office of Small Business Seeking Entries for Annual 2008 KOSBE Awards
The Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship (KOSBE) is accepting applications and nominations for its Annual KOSBE Awards. This year there are five areas of competition: one award for Young Entrepreneur (under age 40), one for New Business (in operation for at least 12... - October 05, 2008 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
Make Mine a Million $ Business™ Names Finalists
Mary Cantando, coordinator for the North Carolina Make Mine a Million $ Business™ (www.makemineamillion.org) event, has announced the award finalists for the event scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 7 at the Blake Hotel, located at 555 S. McDowell St. Twenty finalists were selected from applicants... - October 05, 2008 - Make Mine A Million $ Business
200th Anniversary of the Abolition of U.S. Transatlantic Slave Trade Commemorated in New York City
Slave Routes: Resistance, Abolition and Creative Progress Symposium to be held at New York University from October 9 – 11, 2008 with Opening Plenary Hosted by Maya Angelou. - October 04, 2008 - Organization of Women Writers of Africa
Surging Demand Triggers Extension of Speed Venture Summit™ Application Deadline
The NH High Technology Council today announced that it has extended the Speed Venture Summit™ presenter application deadline to October 15, to accommodate surging demand among entrepreneurs to pitch their growth stories. The Speed Venture Summit will feature businesses seeking investment capital pitching directly to top investors on Tuesday, October 28, 2008 at the Radisson Hotel in Manchester, NH. - October 03, 2008 - Speed Venture Summit
Make Mine a Million $ Business™ Names Lt. Gov. Beverly Perdue and Secretary of State Elaine Marshall as Keynote Speakers for North Carolina Event
Mary Cantando, coordinator for the North Carolina Make Mine A Million $ Business™ event (www.makemineamillion.org), has announced that Lt. Gov. Beverly Perdue and Secretary of State Elaine Marshall are the keynote speakers for the event to be held Tuesday, Oct. 7, at the Blake Hotel, located... - October 03, 2008 - Make Mine A Million $ Business
MAA Worldwide and the Globes Awards Announce Nominees for the 2008 "Best in the World" Promotion Marketing Campaign
The annual Globes Awards recognize campaigns that have already won top honors in separate national award programs that are organized in 26 Countries for excellence in promotional marketing. A Globe Award is presented to the campaign receiving the highest marks from an international panel of judges in each of 16 qualifying categories and Each year, the top three campaigns across all categories compete for the coveted “Best in the World” Promotional Marketing Campaign. - October 02, 2008 - MAAW.org
Home Builders Association of Middle Tennessee's Certified Builder Program Helps Provide Home Buyers Peace of Mind
The Home Builders Association of Middle Tennessee has announced that it has made its Certified Builder database available to the public through its website. "Buying a new home is one of the most important steps a person can take, but with over 15,000 single-family homes currently on the... - October 01, 2008 - Home Builders Association of Middle Tennessee
Radiancy Introduces MicroPhototherapy for the Ultimate Facial in the Spa Market
Radiancy continues to challenge preconceived notions about light-based treatments with the Facial Skin Care Device, FSD. Radiancy is working with the Day Spa Association to make FSD available to the Spa Industry. This innovation enables owners to expand their businesses by offering their clientele... - October 01, 2008 - The Day Spa Association