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Power Walk for Dress for Success® Tampa Bay This March

Indoor 5K Event to Honor Women’s History Month. - March 03, 2023 - Dress for Success Tampa Bay

WCA Presents "20 Things Every Credit Professional Needs to Know About Letters of Credit" Webinar

It is absolutely the case that what a company or employee does not know as a credit professional about Letters of Credit can and probably will hurt them. This interactive program, will examine the Twenty things that every credit professional should know about credit applications. This program is... - November 30, 2022 - WCA/BCMA

NAFA Recognizes Former Executive Director Chip Anderson with 2022 Bo Johnson Spirit Award

NAFA, the National Association for Fixed Annuities, honored its former executive director, Chip Anderson, with the 2022 Bo Johnson Spirit Award for Lifetime Achievement for a career of service to the financial services industry. This prestigious award recognizes an individual with courage, spirit... - November 29, 2022 - NAFA, National Association for Fixed Annuities

"Doctor to Doctor Pediatric Mental Health Podcast" Now Available; Show Provides Resources for Pediatric Primary Care Clinicians

The Wisconsin Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics is proud to present "Doctor to Doctor: A Pediatric Mental Health Podcast.” This series features compelling and practical conversations with psychiatrists, psychologists, and experts in pediatric mental health. Together, experts outline what clinicians need to know about common mental health concerns which are prevalent amongst children and adolescents today. - November 23, 2022 - Wisconsin Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics

"The Small Business Reorganization Act, What Creditors Need to Know" Webinar is Being Presented by WCA and KMK

Subchapter V of Chapter 11 provides specific rules for the reorganization of Small Businesses that differ in many important ways from the usual Chapter 11 reorganization. The timelines to propose and confirm a plan of reorganization are substantially shortened, so creditors must be aware of these... - October 21, 2022 - WCA/BCMA

Dress for Success Tampa Bay is "Going Places" for Annual Luncheon

When a woman is empowered, the heights she can achieve and the places she can go are unlimited. This year, “We Are Going Places” is the theme of Dress for Success Tampa Bay’s annual luncheon and fundraising event, taking place from 11:00 AM to 1:30 PM ET on Wednesday, October 19,... - October 19, 2022 - Dress for Success Tampa Bay

NJAPM 29th Annual Fall Conference

November 5, 2022 NJAPM Fall Conference. - October 07, 2022 - New Jersey Association of Professional Mediators

LHG Meat-A-Thon Challenges Participants to Eat 26 Ounces of Meat

The Heritage Corridor Business Alliance announced the inaugural LHG Meat-A-Thon, taking place on Sunday, November 13. The event is an eating challenge, where participants will visit 13 different stations (restaurants, food trucks, pop-ups) in Downtown Lemont, IL that are each serving a different two-ounce sampling of meat – including a hamburger slider, pulled pork, chili, a taco, and more. - September 30, 2022 - Heritage Corridor Business Alliance

WCA is Excited to Offer "Effective Collections: The Art of Getting Paid" Webinar

We have all heard the expression: “A sales is not a sale until the cash is in the bank.” Thus, credit professional are vital in the generation, maintenance and preservation of a company’s profit and cash-flow. Why? Because they are at the heart of the collection process. The... - September 29, 2022 - WCA/BCMA

WCA is Hosting "How to Improve Collection Performance Starting Immediately" Webinar

If there was an “Easy” button for improving collection performance in a company, this program is that button. In this interactive & fast-paced program, we will examine at least FIFTY ways that can improve collection performance starting today ... * without increasing workload *... - September 02, 2022 - WCA/BCMA

Groundbreaking Gaming Setup Wins EsportsNext 2022 Esports Trade Association’s Elevator Pitch Competition

The Command Center, a breakthrough Ergonomic Gaming Setup won the Elevator Pitch Competition at last week’s Esports Trade Association’s EsportsNext 2022 Conference in Chicago. The contest featured eight breakthrough Esports companies sharing their ideas for furthering the multi-billion dollar, and growing, competitive Esports Industry. - September 01, 2022 - Esports Trade Association

The Esports Trade Association Sets Industry Standards for 2023 with the EsportsNext 2022 Conference on August 21 - 23 in Chicago, Illinois

The Esports Trade Association set the stage for the industry trajectory of 2023 by hosting the EsportsNext 2022 Conference in Chicago, welcoming 200 esports industry professionals to the Hyatt Centric Chicago on the Magnificent Mile, 633 North Saint Clair Street, Chicago, Illinois, 60611, United States, from August 21 to 23. - August 31, 2022 - Esports Trade Association

Power Walk for Dress for Success® Returns in Tampa Bay

Celebrating Health, Wellness, and Women’s Equality Day. - August 19, 2022 - Dress for Success Tampa Bay

Esports Trade Association to Hold Fourth Annual EsportsNext Conference; August 21-23 in Chicago, Illinois

Registration is open for the 2022 EsportsNext Conference. Leaders in the esports industry, teams, brands, business professionals, and league organizers will meet at the Hyatt Centric Chicago on the Magnificent Mile—633 North Saint Clair Street, Chicago, Illinois 60611, United States - from... - July 27, 2022 - Esports Trade Association

Leadership GBA Board of Directors Elects and Installs Officers and Directors

Members of the Georgia Bankers Association (GBA) have elected and installed officers and five new members to the Leadership GBA Board of Directors for the 2022-2023 fiscal year. Candice Nanney, vice president and controller with Peach State Bank & Trust in Gainesville, was installed as chair. - July 23, 2022 - Georgia Bankers Association

Allison L. Hertz, Esq., BCS of Kaye Bender Rembaum Named Co-Chair of the Condominium & Planned Development Committee of The FL Bar's RPPTL Section

Allison L. Hertz, of Florida Community Association Law Firm Kaye Bender Rembaum, has been named Co-Chair of the Condominium & Planned Development Committee. This committee is an arm of the Real Property, Probate and Trust Law (RPPTL) Section of The Florida Bar. - July 18, 2022 - Kaye Bender Rembaum

The Next Generation of Vivace® is Announced, Introducing Vivace Ultra™

The Beginning of a New Era with Unmatched Precision, Vision, and Technology. - July 08, 2022 - Aesthetics Biomedical®

WCA & ICE Present "Understanding and Managing US Trade Controls and Sanctions on China and Russia" Seminar

This is a joint program organized by the International Credit Executives (ICE) and the Madison International Trade Association (MITA). - June 25, 2022 - WCA/BCMA

GBA Elects and Installs Officers and Directors to Its Board

Members of the Georgia Bankers Association (GBA) have elected and installed officers for the 2022-2023 fiscal year and added seven members to its board of directors. At the 130th GBA Annual Meeting, June 15, C. Rhodes McLanahan, CEO, First American Bank & Trust Company, Athens, was installed... - June 23, 2022 - Georgia Bankers Association

Dress for Success Tampa Bay and Careersource Tampa Bay Celebrate Boutique’s Second Anniversary

Two years ago, Dress for Success Tampa Bay and CareerSource Tampa Bay partnered to help more women get job-ready by opening a clothing boutique in the CareerSource Building at 9215 North Florida Avenue in Tampa. This month, they are celebrating the second anniversary of that landmark boutique in a... - June 09, 2022 - Dress for Success Tampa Bay

Premier Industry Trade Organizations Increase Momentum Behind Annuity Awareness Month

NAFA Leads Continued Growth of National Annuity Education Initiative - June 07, 2022 - NAFA, National Association for Fixed Annuities

Subchapter V Changed the Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Landscape Seminar Presented by by WCA & KMK

Time is running out for this seminar. - June 03, 2022 - WCA/BCMA

WCA Presents "Legal Aspects of Credit and Collections" Webinar

In this fast-paced hour devoted entirely to the legal aspects that affect the daily operations of the successful credit and collection department, David Balovich discusses the numerous day to day legal occurrences that credit professionals deal with that can affect productivity, success, and... - May 15, 2022 - WCA/BCMA

The Business Take Over of Medicine is Confronted in New Novel by Beverly Hurwitz M.D.

In this precautionary tale, a community hospital becomes the target of a hostile corporate takeover, causing patients and health care providers to be put at risk in unimaginable ways. - April 14, 2022 - Beverly Hurwitz M.D.

TSSA Exceeds $2 Million in Lifetime Donations to Shriners Children’s Texas

The Texas Self Storage Association, based in Round Rock, TX, has spearheaded fundraising efforts on behalf of Shriners Children's Texas for over 20 years, and recently reached the $2 million mark in lifetime donations as a result of its 2021 fundraising campaign. - April 08, 2022 - Texas Self Storage Association

New Jersey Association of Professional Mediators Online Spring Seminar on 5/6/22 Will Address Current and Future Issues for Both Civil and Divorce Mediation

The theme of “Spring Forward” for the forthcoming NJAPM Spring Seminar underscores the value of assessing current mediation practices and fine-tuning a vision of the future to best serve civil and divorce mediation clients in New Jersey. The seminar is open to all interested parties. Please visit www.NJAPM.org for more information or to register. - April 01, 2022 - New Jersey Association of Professional Mediators

Business Referrals Networking Group Seeks Buyer as Owner Announces Retirement

BRNG’s purpose eighteen years ago at its inception was and continues to be to provide professional training and development segments for regularly scheduled meetings, build business networking connections and to obtain member-to-member direct referrals. BRNG provides a membership fee based... - March 24, 2022 - Beacon Resources

New Patent for Deep Chemical Peels Revealed at “Peeling Around the World” Educational Session

International Peeling Society-USA to host in-person presentations on best practices in chemical peels during AAD’s Global Education Day at the Boston Convention Center on March 24 - March 21, 2022 - International Peeling Society-USA

Exceptional Customer Service Presented by WCA

In this fast-paced hour webinar devoted entirely to customer service; creditor, educator, author, former business owner, and occasional debtor, David Balovich will discuss the importance of customer service and skills necessary for providing exceptional customer service. Learn the importance of a... - February 15, 2022 - WCA/BCMA

WCA Presents "Providing Exceptional Customer Service" Webinar

According to US News and World Report, the average American business loses 15% of its’ customer base each year. Customers who stop buying from one business and go to another will do so not because of price or shoddy product but rather because of poor or indifferent customer service. Source:... - January 25, 2022 - WCA/BCMA

NAFA Appoints 2022 Board of Directors

Annuity Leaders Poised to Navigate Continued Uncertainty, Pending and Potential Regulatory Changes - January 24, 2022 - NAFA, National Association for Fixed Annuities

International Peeling Society-USA's "Peeling Around the World" to be Held on March 24

Program agenda and faculty announced for the upcoming event at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center. - January 24, 2022 - International Peeling Society-USA

Georgia’s Banks Continue Earnings Momentum in Third Quarter

The 153 FDIC-insured banks headquartered in Georgia through Sept. 30 reported strong third quarter performance. According to the latest FDIC data, cumulatively the state’s banks earned $579.1 million during the quarter, an increase of $128.8 million, or 29%, compared to the same three-month... - December 02, 2021 - Georgia Bankers Association

NAFA Honors Dennis Brown with 2021 Bo Johnson Spirit Award for Positively Impacting the Annuity Industry

NAFA, the National Association for Fixed Annuities, recognized Dennis Brown, CEO and owner of M&O Marketing, as the winner of its 2021 Bo Johnson Spirit Award for Lifetime Achievement. NAFA’s highest honor recognizes an individual with courage, spirit and determination that challenges the... - November 20, 2021 - NAFA, National Association for Fixed Annuities

British Columbia Multi-Faceted Entrepreneur Achieves Home Inventory Certification

Congratulations to NICA member Maureen Frost for adding this accomplishment to round out her packing/new home set-up, estate sale auction, and downsizing services. - November 03, 2021 - National Inventory Certification Association

Center for Innovating the Future Publishes a Groundbreaking New Book on the Future of Globalization

The world’s top geopolitical futurist, and author of the worldwide hit, “Go.AI (Geopolitics of Artificial Intelligence)," returns with a new book on how globalization is undergoing its most radical transformation since World War II. - November 01, 2021 - Center for Innovating the Future

Merck Grants to Friends of Puerto Rico to Create STEM Entrepreneurs

Friends of Puerto Rico, a non-profit organization focused on developing entrepreneurial initiatives for at-risk children, received a $50,000 grant from Merck, known as MSD outside the United States and Canada, to support SEEDS, a K-12 STEM-based youth entrepreneurship program. The grant project is... - October 29, 2021 - Friends of Puerto Rico

The Chairmen’s Roundtable Elects 2021 Board of Directors

Ginny Beneke continues to lead non-profit organization as Chair. - October 25, 2021 - Chairmen's RoundTable

Dress for Success Tampa Bay’s Annual Fundraiser Celebrates “The Power of Caring”

Dress for Success Tampa Bay is honoring first responders at its annual luncheon and fundraising event, taking place from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM ET on Wednesday, October 20, 2021, at the Bryan Glazer Family Jewish Community Center, 522 North Howard Avenue in Tampa. Event registration and sponsorships... - October 16, 2021 - Dress for Success Tampa Bay

WCA Welcomes Barry Elms for One Day Only

Advanced Collections & Negotiation Skills - September 26, 2021 - WCA/BCMA

Purpose of Wealth Personal Finance Live Event Hosted by The Millionaire Choice

Tony Bradshaw, author of "The Millionaire Choice" and host of The Millionaire Choice podcast, partners with Dr. Ben Graham, Founder and Pastor of Music City Baptist Church, Shaunti Feldhahn, author of "Thriving in Love and Money," and Jerremy Newsome, CEO of Real Life Trading,... - September 20, 2021 - The Millionaire Choice

Friends of Puerto Rico Charity Golf Tournament to Benefits Youth Entrepreneurs

The registration is currently open for the first Friends of Puerto Rico Charity Golf Tournament to raise funds for 40 scholarships for SEEDS, a STEM Youth Entrepreneurship Program. This year's tournament will be held on October 8th, 2021 at Punta Borinquen Golf Club in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico, with... - September 18, 2021 - Friends of Puerto Rico

AHHC of NC Partners with National Minority Health Association to Mobilize Home Care, Home Health, Hospice & Palliative Care Staff in Fight Against COVID-19

The Association for Home & Hospice Care of North Carolina (AHHC of NC) is pleased to announce that they have partnered with the National Minority Health Association (NMHA) to help launch the new Flex for Checks program as part of the ongoing fight against COVID-19. The Flex for Checks... - September 17, 2021 - Association for Home & Hospice Care of North Carolina

New Book and Author; "The Lighthouse Beams Just A Little Something" by Kathie Baset

A first time Romance Fiction author has created and published a sweet "forever love" romance fiction novel with characters that appear real, as though they could be someone’s biography. It is well written and is Book 1 of a three book series of "The Lighthouse Beams." The name of the area where the story takes place in New York State is fictional though can easily be thought to be a specific place in the Catskills and almost near the Canadian border of New York State. - September 01, 2021 - Beacon Resources

West Virginia Inventory Professional Achieves Industry Designation

The National Inventory Certification Association congratulates member Kirk Luzader for achieving Certified Inventory Specialist designation. - August 10, 2021 - National Inventory Certification Association

Leadership GBA Board of Directors Elects and Installs Officers and Directors

Members of the Georgia Bankers Association (GBA) have elected and installed officers and eight new members to the Leadership GBA Board of Directors for the 2021-2022 fiscal year. Jenny Wofford, senior vice president and director of retail banking with Pinnacle Bank in Elberton, was installed as... - July 30, 2021 - Georgia Bankers Association

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