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National Society of Hispanic MBAs Announces First Annual Executive Perspective Event
Cincinnati NSHMBA Welcomes Distinguished Panel of Cincinnati Area Executives to Discuss “Developing a High Performance Mindset.” - July 30, 2008 - National Society of Hispanic MBAs
New Website Guides People to New Future in Resources
Discovering how to secure a job in the resources sector needn’t be a challenge, thanks to the new Chamber of Minerals and Energy WA (CME) careers website www.peopleforthefuture.com.au. The website has been designed for job-seekers to explore the range of exciting and diverse employment... - July 30, 2008 - The Chamber of Minerals & Energy WA
The International Brangus Breeders Association Launches BrangusJournal.com
The International Brangus Breeders Association (IBBA) announces the launch of www.brangusjournal.com, the companion web site for the IBBA’s flagship publication, the Brangus Journal. The site will function as an electronic archive of past issues, as well as an opportunity to expand the... - July 27, 2008 - International Brangus Breeders Association
North Carolina Make Mine A Million $ Business™ Program Hosts Informational Workshops for Applicants
Mary Cantando, coordinator for the North Carolina Make Mine a Million $ Business™ (www.makemineamillion.org) event, has announced that the organization will host informational conference calls for North Carolina women entrepreneurs completing applications for the North Carolina Make Mine a... - July 27, 2008 - Make Mine A Million $ Business
Ct BBB Says Consumers Getting Scammed by Cheap, Counterfeit Luxury Goods Online
Connecticut Better Business Bureau advises consumers on how to protect against high-end web-based rip-offs. - July 24, 2008 - Better Business Bureau CT
Maryland Automobile Dealers Association Applauds Member Sheehy Auto Store's $50,000 Donation to Susan B. Komen
The Maryland Automobile Dealers Association (MADA) is congratulating its member Sheehy Auto Stores for the successful completion of the 2008 Sheehy 5000, which raised more than $50,000 for Susan G. Komen National Race for the Cure. The Sheehy 5000 challenged employees to sell 5000 vehicles in 55... - July 24, 2008 - Maryland Automobile Dealers Association
Oeko-Tex to Present at “ECO-Logical, Making Sense of Supply Chain Certification” Industry Event at Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2008
Oeko-Tex will participate in the 11th Annual Industry Event seminar created by FabricLink and Textile Insight on Saturday, August 9th at 7:30 a.m. in Salon A-D at the Downtown Marriott in Salt Lake City, UT. - July 24, 2008 - International Oeko-Tex Association
Texas Association of Health Underwriters Members Recognized at National Association of Health Underwriters Convention
Texas Chapters, Members Honored for Outstanding Service During 2007-08. - July 23, 2008 - Texas Association of Health Underwriters
Green Initiatives for Today’s Motorcoach Operators
Beyond the road, the motorcoach industry is making an added effort to “go green;” operators can elect to upgrade their facilities as well as vehicles in ways that are more environmentally conscious. - July 23, 2008 - Motorcoach Council, Inc.
BBB Connecticut Reports Rogue Debt Collectors Breaking the Law
Bureau says some consumers confused by what debt collectors may and may not do. - July 21, 2008 - Better Business Bureau CT
Make Mine A Million $ Business™ Event to Have Economic Impact on State
Mary Cantando, coordinator for the North Carolina Make Mine a Million $ Business™ (www.makemineamillion.org), has announced the projected economic impact of the event, which will be held Tuesday, Oct. 7 at the Blake Hotel in Charlotte. The goal of the organization is to spur 1 million women... - July 19, 2008 - Make Mine A Million $ Business
Motorcoach Council Extends Deadline for Market Research, Branding and Advertising RFP (Request for Proposals)
New RFP deadline August 1, 2008. View www.motorcoachcouncil.org for additional updates. - July 16, 2008 - Motorcoach Council, Inc.
Mount Snow Valley Chamber of Commerce Helps Organize Southern Vermont’s Giant, Blue Festival August 1-10th 2008
Berries, vintage cars, music, food and tarp displays; if it’s blue, it’s probably happening in the Mount Snow area towns of Wilmington, Whitingham and Dover in early August. The 2008 Deerfield Valley Blueberry Festival is the culmination of a community effort coordinated by Janet Boyd... - July 16, 2008 - Mount Snow Valley Chamber of Commerce
DCIA Announces Inadvertent Sharing Protection Program
The DCIA today announced an industry-wide initiative to protect P2P users against the inadvertent sharing of personal or sensitive data. This program culminates a year of work among leading private sector participants along with government agency representatives. A summary document is posted on the DCIA website at www.dcia.info/activities/ispg/inadvertentsharingprotection.pdf. - July 12, 2008 - Distributed Computing Industry Association
Connecticut Better Business Bureau Warns Drivers to be Wary of Gasoline-Saving Devices and Additives
Analysis reveals 99% of aftermarket products do not improve fuel economy. - July 10, 2008 - Better Business Bureau CT
Connecticut Better Business Bureau Warns the Public About "Extended Vehicle Warranty" Offers
Companies Flaunting Do Not Call Registry Offer “Outrageously-Priced” Service and Seek Personal Information. - July 09, 2008 - Better Business Bureau CT
East Bay Idol Winners Advance to Rhode Island’s Got Talent
The top three winners of the East Bay Idol talent show, sponsored by Bristol, Warren and Barrington Substance Abuse Task Forces, will advance to the Rhode Island’s Got Talent contest, to be held August 16, 2008 at Barrington High School. - July 09, 2008 - East Bay Chamber of Commerce
First-Ever P2P MEDIA SUMMIT Silicon Valley -- Technological Innovations & New Business Models
The Distributed Computing Industry Association (www.DCIA.info), a trade organization with more than one-hundred Member companies representing peer-to-peer and social networking software providers (P2Ps), content owners, Internet service providers (ISPs), and service-and-support companies, today... - July 03, 2008 - Distributed Computing Industry Association
North Carolina Business Owner Wins Make Mine a Million $ Business™ Event
The Make Mine a Million $ Business™ event (www.makemineamillion.org) has announced that Leah Brown, founder and president of Aten Solutions Inc., was named a Make Mine a Million $ Business™ award recipient on Oct. 26, 2007, in New York. Brown’s award package included a cash prize,... - June 29, 2008 - Make Mine A Million $ Business
Denver's Highlands Square to Roll Out Red, White, and Blue Carpet for Democratic National Convention (DNC) Visitors
Unconventional Fare in Highlands Square Days to Include Free Shuttle, Dining, Shopping, and Spa Specials. - June 27, 2008 - Highlands Merchant Association
International Brangus Breeders Association Prepares for Annual Summit in Nashville
In partnership with the Southeastern Brangus Breeders Association, the International Brangus Breeders Association (IBBA) is preparing for the 2008 Summit, to be held in Nashville, Tennessee August 7-9 at the Gaylord Opryland Resort. The Summit includes educational programs with industry-leading,... - June 27, 2008 - International Brangus Breeders Association
Vermont Passes New Festival Wine Legislation
Vermont wineries and organizers of the Vermont Life Wine & Harvest Festival were in a celebratory mood last week when Vermont’s Governor Jim Douglas signed into law new legislation beneficial to Vermont wineries and the festival. Vermont Life publisher Tom Kelly, Commissioner Bruce Hyde... - June 26, 2008 - Mount Snow Valley Chamber of Commerce
Connecticut BBB Offers Advice on Avoiding Summer Scams
Researching Before Hiring Can Save Money and Prevent Headaches. - June 25, 2008 - Better Business Bureau CT
Make Mine a Million $ Business™ Calls For Entries
Mary Cantando, coordinator for the North Carolina Make Mine a Million $ Business™ (www.makemineamillion.org) event, has announced that the organization is now accepting award applications for the event scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 7 at the Blake Hotel, located at 555 S. McDowell St. North... - June 20, 2008 - Make Mine A Million $ Business
Eisen Continues Aggressive, Managed Growth Track
Greater Cincinnati integrated public relations and marketing consultancy firm Eisen Management Group has been named agency of record (AOR) for the Cincinnati Chapter of the National Society of Hispanic MBAs. The professional organization has hired EMG to develop and implement a new communications... - June 20, 2008 - National Society of Hispanic MBAs
Al Nahda Resort & Spa Awarded Boutique’s Diamond Collection™ Status
Boutique Hotels & Resorts International® - the global alliance of genuine boutique gems - has awarded Diamond Collection™ membership to Oman's lavish new 5-star destination, Al Nahda Resort & Spa in Barka. - June 17, 2008 - Boutique Hotels & Resorts International
Motorcoach Council Seeks Start Up Capital, Launches Founding Partners Program
The not-for-profit Motorcoach Council invites and encourages support from all sectors of transportation industry; operators, associations, manufacturers, suppliers, vendors, and special interest groups alike. Qualifying contributions range from $2,000-$10,000, depending on the type of applicant. - June 17, 2008 - Motorcoach Council, Inc.
Take Off - Model Airplane Enthusiasts Experience the Thrill of Flight in the Park Academy of Model Aeronautics Launches Novel Park Pilot Program
Turn off the TV. Throw the Gameboy in the junk drawer. Instead, pick up a model airplane and head to a local park. That’s the message the Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA) is delivering to both aspiring and seasoned aviators, young and old alike, this summer as its new Park Pilot Program... - June 15, 2008 - Academy of Model Aeronautics
New Motorcoach Council Incorporates
Not-for-profit organization will benefit industry and riders. - June 14, 2008 - Motorcoach Council, Inc.
Motorcoach Council Seeks Proposals for Market Research, Branding and Advertising Campaign
The Motorcoach Council, Inc. seeks consultant(s) capable of developing and executing a comprehensive and multi-faceted marketing strategy for a two-year campaign that promotes the motorcoach industry as the safest, most convenient and cost effective, luxurious means of environmentally conscious transportation. RFP deadline 7/18/08. - June 14, 2008 - Motorcoach Council, Inc.
North Carolina Hosts Make Mine A Million $ Business™ Event
Mary Cantando, coordinator for the North Carolina Make Mine a Million $ Business™ (www.makemineamillion.org) event, has announced that the organization will host its first North Carolina event on Tuesday, Oct. 7 at the Blake Hotel, located at 555 S. McDowell St. The program provides a... - June 14, 2008 - Make Mine A Million $ Business
BizSummits Connects Chief Financial Officers and Executives Through Virtual Teleconferencing
BizSummits enables financial executives to learn and grow from one another through CFO summit, a monthly, virtual teleconferencing forum. - June 11, 2008 - BizSummits
Grace Hopper Celebration for Women in Computing Introduces New Hardware Track at 2008 Conference
Sun Microsystems Labs Sponsors First Conference Scholarships. - June 11, 2008 - Anita Borg Institute
Notice of "Official" Complaint May be a Ruse
F.B.I. And Better Business Bureau Issue Warnings about Fraudulent E-mails Containing Risky Hyperlinks. - June 11, 2008 - Better Business Bureau CT
Women Business Owners Announce July Expo
Women Business Owners holding online Expo. - June 08, 2008 - Women Business Owners
Mary Cantando Named Coordinator for Make Mine a Million $ Business™ North Carolina Event
Make Mine A Million $ Business™ has announced that Mary Cantando, president and growth expert of WomanBusinessOwner.com, will serve as the coordinator for the North Carolina event, which will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 7 at the Blake Hotel at 555 S. McDowell St. As North Carolina coordinator,... - June 08, 2008 - Make Mine A Million $ Business
National Portable Storage Association Seeks New Seminar Venue
The NPSA has launched a poll to survey industry preferences on the next location for future educational seminars. - June 07, 2008 - National Portable Storage Association
More Women Business Owners (WBO) Chapters Forming in Northern California
Women Business Owners (WBO) is an international 501c3 non-profit organization, founded in February 2004, supporting the women behind the business with online and offline resources. WBO members have been leading local business groups around the country for several months. Recently, some members of WBO have decided to start local WBO business chapters. - June 06, 2008 - Women Business Owners
Portable Storage Offers Safe Haven for Hurricane Season
The National Portable Storage Association sounds the alarm for a 2008 hurricane season that is busier than expected. - June 05, 2008 - National Portable Storage Association
Women Business Owners Announces First Annual "Free to be Me" National Business Convention
Women Business Owners (WBO) will hold its first annual “Free to be Me” National Business Convention October 10-12, 2008 in Houston, Texas. The location for the convention is the Sheraton North Houston Hotel, near the Intercontinental Airport, 15700 John F. Kennedy Boulevard, Houston, TX... - June 04, 2008 - Women Business Owners
BBB and Partners Shred Largest Volume of Documents in a Single Day in North American Identity Protection Effort
BBB Connecticut to Hold Next Shredding Event in September. - June 04, 2008 - Better Business Bureau CT
Maryland Law Extends Trade-In Tax Credit To Automotive Leases
Marylanders who choose to lease, rather than purchase, a car may now receive a tax credit for the value of their trade in vehicle, under a law signed by Governor O"Malley and supported by the Maryland Automobile Dealers Association. - June 03, 2008 - Maryland Automobile Dealers Association
Maryland Automobile Dealers Association Honors 2008 Teachers Of The Year
The Maryland Automobile Dealers Association is partnering with the Maryland State Board of Education to recognize the state’s most outstanding educators as Teachers of the Year. “With their dedication, commitment, and the passion they bring to the job every day, these outstanding... - June 02, 2008 - Maryland Automobile Dealers Association
Chinese Cultural Summer Trip for Teachers and Students Announced by Teachers Employment Network
Immersing fantastic chinese traditional cultural environment to communicate with local chinese students and teachers, to learn chinese culture and language. visit various chinese scenic spots, folks, and historic relics, etc. - May 30, 2008 - Teachers Employment Network
NPSA Beefs Up Portable Storage Directory
Customers looking for portable storage can visit the NPSA online to find a vendor in their state. - May 30, 2008 - National Portable Storage Association
Conexiones: Professional Business Speakers Bureau on the Knowledge Economy
ConeXiones is a speaker’s bureau of professional business presenters on the transition from an Industrial Economy to a Knowledge Economy being triggered by rapid progress in the evolving Information Age. They help organizations, big and small, public or private connect the dots in today's competitive business environment. - May 28, 2008 - ConeXiones
GIS Commercial Site Selector Now Available for Lewis and Clark County, Montana
Montana Business Assistance Connection's site selector is an economic development website to assist your business site selection, expansion or relocation analysis. - May 23, 2008 - Montana Business Assistance Connection
Anita Borg Institute Honors Three Prominent Women in Technology at Women of Vision Awards Banquet
Justine Cassell, Helen Greiner, and Susan Landau Lauded for Outstanding Innovation, Leadership, Social Impact. - May 23, 2008 - Anita Borg Institute
Connecticut Better Business Bureau Warns About Scams Involving Economic Stimulus Checks
Thousands of complaints filed with Internal Revenue Service. - May 23, 2008 - Better Business Bureau CT
NPSA Launches All-New Media Room
The National Portable Storage Association has launched a media room to better serve journalists who write about the portable storage industry. - May 22, 2008 - National Portable Storage Association