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Modernized Texas Self Storage Lien Bill Signed by Governor
The Texas Self Storage Association (TSSA) took an active role in this year’s Texas legislative session to support changes to the Chapter 59 foreclosure process affecting self storage operators in Texas. Their efforts paid off on Friday, June 17 when Governor Perry signed the bill modernizing... - June 22, 2011 - Texas Self Storage Association
IFMA Phoenix Announces Winners of 2011 Awards of Excellence
The Greater Phoenix Chapter of IFMA announces the winners of the 8th Annual Awards of Excellence, which recognize groups and individuals who have made significant contributions to the facility management profession and the association. - June 22, 2011 - Greater Phoenix Chapter of IFMA
NAAPOC Continues to Build a Strong Orange County Arab American Business Community
The Network of Arab American Professionals of Orange County (NAAPOC) held its monthly board meeting on June 1st, 2011. Among other business, the board added to its ranks new board members Dr. Ghazi Idris, DC, and Basil Istitieh with Zara Image. The addition of Idris and Istitieh is in furtherance... - June 19, 2011 - Network Of Arab American Professional
NAMWOLF Establishes New Partnership to Support Minority and Women-Owned Law Firms
Eli Lilly and Company becomes a member of The National Association of Minority and Women Owned Law Firms (NAMWOLF) as a Corporate Partner. - June 19, 2011 - National Association of Minority and Women-Owned Law Firms
Junior League of Long Island Names New President
The Junior League of Long Island (www.jlli.org), a nonprofit organization of women volunteers, today announced that Georgia Gier of Oyster Bay has been appointed President for the upcoming year. The office of the Junior League President is an annual appointment by the JLLI Board of Directors. As... - June 17, 2011 - The Junior League of Long Island
Cincinnati NSHMBA and State Farm Host Taste of “New” Oakley Networking Event
National Society of Hispanic MBAs Offers Insight into the Insurance Industry - June 12, 2011 - National Society of Hispanic MBAs
Nominees for CSIA’s 2011 Technology Apex Awards Announced Today
CSIA, Colorado’s Technology Association, today announced the 2011 Apex Award Nominees. - June 09, 2011 - CSIA, Colorado's Technology Association
Mark Robidoux Founder and Creator of the Famous PilotWorkshops.com to be the Guest Speaker at the Norwood Chapter of IMC Club
Mark Robidoux founder and creator of the famous PilotWorkshops.com is going to be the guest speaker at the Norwood Chapter of IMC Club International on Tuesday June 14th. Mark is known nationally for his IFR online program for Instrument pilots, the IFR Mastery Series. This program is based on... - June 08, 2011 - IMCClubs.org
The NC Center for Women in Public Service Names Annette Taylor as Executive Director
New Leadership Announced for Nonprofit Organization That Prepares Women for Elected and Appointed Offices Statewide - June 05, 2011 - NCCWPS
AUSIB Partners with PennWell for Power-Gen India & Central Asia 2011
"Power-Gen India & Central Asia 2011" along with the two new launch events – Hydro Vision India and Renewable Energy World India – will take place on 5-7 May, 2011 at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi, India. AUSIB will partner with the Power-Gen India & Central Asia 2011... - June 05, 2011 - Ausib
IEEE ICC 2012 to Feature Latest Wireless and Wireline Service & Networking Innovations & Advances from June 10 – 15 in Ottawa, Canada
“Call for Papers” Deadline Ends September 6, 2011 for Submissions Highlighting Original Research in Voice, Data, Image & Multimedia Communications. - June 03, 2011 - IEEE Communications Society
The Metropolitan Denver Dental Society Elects 2011-2012 Executive Officers and Board Members
The results of the Metropolitan Denver Dental Society’s (MDDS) 2011-2012 membership election were announced on Friday, May 6, 2011. - June 03, 2011 - Metro Denver Dental Society
TechWadi Hosts MENA CEOs and Silicon Valley Leaders at Stanford
Last Wednesday, business leaders from across Silicon Valley joined students and entrepreneurs from the MENA region in an important forum co-organized by TechWadi and the Stanford GSB MENA Club. The GSB event will accelerate economic development in the MENA region and reinforce Silicon Valley’s leadership in helping promote technology entrepreneurship. - June 02, 2011 - TechWadi.org
ASDA Request to DHS Results in Change: Dentistry Added to STEM Designated Degrees
The American Student Dental Association submitted a formal request to the Department of Homeland Security regarding the addition of dentistry to the STEM designated degree program. On May 19, ASDA was informed that the DHS approved the addition of dentistry to the list of currently suggested codes they maintain. - May 28, 2011 - American Student Dental Association
NAMWOLF Expands 10th Anniversary Sponsor List: Prudential Financial, Panasonic, and We Energies
NAMWOLF announces Prudential Financial, Panasonic, and We Energies 2011 Commemorative Sponsorship to support minority and women-owned law firms. - May 26, 2011 - National Association of Minority and Women-Owned Law Firms
Metro NY Chapter of the National Black MBA Association Looking to Raise $16,000 for HBCU Tour
25 Outstanding Students from Chapter's High School Mentoring Program to Attend Annual Historically Black Colleges & Universities Tour in October. - May 25, 2011 - Metro NY Chapter of the National Black MBA Association
REMA Webinar to Explore Potential Clean Energy Standard, Voluntary Market Interaction
Free registration now open for the webinar on June 2 at 2 PM ET - May 22, 2011 - Renewable Energy Markets Association
IEEE DySPAN 2011 Expands the Research and Deploy of Next Generation Smart Radio Technologies in Aachen, Germany
The IEEE Symposium on New Frontiers in Dynamic Spectrum Access Networks (DySPAN 2011), the leading international conference dedicated to the advance of cutting-edge wireless technologies, recently celebrated its 5th annual event in Aachen, Germany with hundreds of international experts addressing... - May 21, 2011 - IEEE Communications Society
Lightspeed Aviation Becomes the First Corporate Member of the IMC Club
The IMC Club International, Inc. announced today that Lightspeed Aviation, manufacturer of premium aviation headsets has become the first corporate member of the IMC Club and sponsor of the IMC Club’s upcoming membership drive. - May 20, 2011 - IMCClubs.org
IMC Club Initiative is Sponsored by BrightLine Bags
IMC Club International, Inc. announced the launch of “Knowledge Drive” in its Aviation Knowledge Base available on the imcclubs.org website. - May 18, 2011 - IMCClubs.org
ExitCare, LLC and American Academy of Urgent Care Medicine Announce Partnership
ExitCare has partnered with the American Academy of Urgent Care Medicine (AAUCM) to offer the ExitCare Patient Education System to AAUCM members. - May 15, 2011 - American Academy of Urgent Care Medicine
Russian American Dental Association to Award Children for Anti-Smoking Artwork at Red Carpet Ceremony
The Russian American Dental Association is going to award prizes to children for the best anti-smoking artwork at annual red carpet ceremony. The association's "Kids 4 Kids" booklet is also going to be handed out to attendees. - May 12, 2011 - Russian American Dental Association
NAWIC Announces 2011 Crystal Vision Award Winners
The National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) is pleased to announce the winners of its 17th annual Crystal Vision Awards. The mission of the awards is to recognize individuals who promote, expand and encourage the role of women in the construction industry. Colleen White is the recipient of the Crystal Vision Award, which is given to a non-member of NAWIC, and Renee Conner, CIT, is the recipient of the Crystal Achievement Award, which is presented to a member. - May 12, 2011 - National Association of Women in Construction
American Academy of Urgent Care Medicine Announces Partnership with Medical Media Solutions, Inc. for Patient Waiting Area Digital Content
The AAUCM has partnered with Medical Media Solutions to bring digital education content to patients. - May 08, 2011 - American Academy of Urgent Care Medicine
GWBC and Newell Rubbermaid Team Up with United Way for 2011 Shoebox Project
Women Business Enterprises joined forces with United Way at the Greater Women’s Business Council Tables of 8-Greater Giving held at Newell Rubbermaid’s global headquarters on April 27. The networking event allowed WBEs to share experiences, best practices and business skills to help... - May 08, 2011 - Greater Women's Business Council
Potomac Edison Makes Commitment to Diversity
Potomac Edison Company partners with The National Association of Minority and Women Owned Law Firms (NAMWOLF). - May 05, 2011 - National Association of Minority and Women-Owned Law Firms
Satellite Internet Service for Rural Areas Questioned in New RuMBA Report
RuMBA USA, a leading independent non-profit working for wider access to broadband, publishes first in a series of whitepapers on technologies used to meet broadband needs of rural Americans. - May 05, 2011 - Rural Mobile and Broadband Alliance USA
Business Leaders Receive Economic Update from National Expert at Vistage Michigan Economic Summit
Economist Brian Beaulieu tells Vistage Michigan members that the recession is over and they should expect at least three years of growth ahead. - April 28, 2011 - Vistage Michigan
IMC Club Releases Android Application for CFIs
An Aviation safety organization, IMC Club International, Inc. has announced the release of a new Android application exclusively design for Flight Instructors and CFI Students. - April 21, 2011 - IMCClubs.org
ODTUG Conducts Spanish Speaking Webinars: Starting with Oracle ADF 11g Release
ODTUG is creating a series of Spanish speaking webinars to interact with more Oracle users. The first webinar focused on the new Oracle ADF 11g release. - April 21, 2011 - ODTUG
Cincinnati’s Largest Companies Recruit Hispanic Talent
National Society of Hispanic MBA’s hosts eighth annual networking event. - April 20, 2011 - National Society of Hispanic MBAs
Community Associations Institute – Illinois Chapter to Host Homeowners Seminar
The Illinois Chapter of the Community Associations Institute is hosting a seminar for condominium, townhome, and home owner association residents and Boards of Directors on April 28, 2011 in Lisle at the Hickory Ridge Marriott (1195 Summerhill Drive) from 6-9 pm. - April 20, 2011 - Community Association Institute of Illinois
The Russian American Dental Association’s Oral Cancer Awareness Program
RADA to Raise Knowledge About Oral Cancer Through Free Screenings and a Fundraiser - April 19, 2011 - Russian American Dental Association
The Chairmen’s RoundTable Offers Free Subscription to CRT Newsletter
Local businesses can sign up to receive the electronic newsletter, filled with business insights and advice, at no charge. - April 18, 2011 - Chairmen's RoundTable
13th Annual Child Care Business Expo Presented by the Women's Business Development Center to be Held May 21
The 13th Annual Child Care Business Expo, themed “Growing Businesses, Cultivating Leadership,” will be held on Saturday, May 21, 2011 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Chicago Hilton & Towers, 720 S. Michigan Ave., in Chicago. Presented in Spanish and English by the Women’s... - April 16, 2011 - Women's Business Development Center
Microsoft, Accenture, and Johnson Controls: Taking Action for Diversity
NAMWOLF announces Microsoft, Accenture, and Johnson Controls 2011 Commemorative Sponsorship to support minority and women-owned law firms. - April 13, 2011 - National Association of Minority and Women-Owned Law Firms
Non-Profit Organization Gives Teen Girls a Lesson in Leadership
Michigan Association for Female Entrepreneurs will host its Young Entrepreneurs Series Leadership Camp, a leadership development program for teen girls age 14 to 18. The camp will take place July 10 - 13, 2011 at Howell Conference & Nature Center located in Howell, Michigan. Leadership Camp is... - April 13, 2011 - Michigan Association for Female Entrepreneurs
IEEE GLOBECOM 2011 Expands Conference Agenda with Industry Forum & Expo
New Forum to Highlight the Advance of Real-World Telecommunications Practices, Engineering Methods & IT Business Systems. - April 12, 2011 - IEEE Communications Society
IAPAM Announces Expansion of Its Botox Training and Aesthetic Medicine Education Programs Into China
Today, the IAPAM announced that it is expanding its respected training programs, including its Aesthetic Medicine Symposium with Botox Training into China. - April 07, 2011 - International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine
Junior League of Long Island Hosts Fourth Annual First Step Program: LI Women Receive New Business Apparel as They Prepare to Re-Enter the Workforce and Gain Independence
The Junior League of Long Island (JLLI), a nonprofit organization of women volunteers, hosted its Fourth Annual First Step Program on Sunday, April 3, and Monday, April 4, at its Roslyn Village headquarters. Over 40 Long Island women who are transitioning back into the workforce received... - April 06, 2011 - The Junior League of Long Island
Wisconsin Pediatricians Urge Vaccination Against Pertussis (“Whooping Cough”). Preventable Disease on the Rise and Potentially Deadly to Newborns and Infants.
The Wisconsin Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics (WIAAP) is expressing concern over the growing number of the vaccine-preventable pertussis ("whooping cough") outbreaks nationwide. Newborns and infants are especially vulnerable to serious disease and death, and vaccination of all family members and caregivers provides protection against the disease. - April 05, 2011 - Wisconsin Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics
NAFDMA Celebrate Excellence Awards Highlight the Best of the Best at the Annual Convention.
North American Farmers’ Direct Marketing Association (NAFDMA) is pleased to announce the winners of its "Celebrate Excellence" Contests. Member farms submitted nearly one hundred items to be selected as the best in each of ten different categories. Winners were announced during the annual Celebrate Excellence Luncheon held on February 10, 2011. - April 03, 2011 - NAFDMA
Downtown Riverside to Host Easter-EggStravaganza
Celebrate Easter in downtown Riverside at the Easter Egg-Stravaganza with three blocks of fun festivities for the entire family. - April 02, 2011 - Riverside Downtown Partnership
CEO of ISHR Group is GWBC’s 2011 Business Star
CEO Monique Honaman of ISHR Group has been selected as GWBC’s 2011 Business Star. This is the nation’s premier award for excellence among women’s business enterprises. Honaman is one of fourteen women business leaders who received this award at the Women's Business Enterprise... - April 02, 2011 - Greater Women's Business Council
Billions of Dollars Set Aside for Women Owned Businesses
Thanks to the U.S. Small Business Administration, women business owners have a lot of opportunities to contract with the government starting in 2011. “There are potentially billions of dollars waiting for women in the federal government,” said Ana Harvey, the assistant administrator for... - March 31, 2011 - Greater Women's Business Council
Intro to Services Offered by Women's Business Development Center Scheduled for April 5 in Chicago
“Wisdom, Wine and Cheese: Introduction to WBDC Services,” an introductory session for prospective and established business owners to help clarify their needs, hosted by the Women’s Business Development Center (WBDC), will be held from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 5, at the... - March 27, 2011 - Women's Business Development Center
AAUCM and iTriage Team Up to Help Growing Number of Mobile Users Quickly Find Urgent Care Centers
iTriage’s symptom-to-provider™ pathway is helping urgent care centers connect with patients at the exact moment a minor medical need arises. - March 25, 2011 - American Academy of Urgent Care Medicine
The Nc Center for Women in Public Service Releases Podcast on Women in Office Institute
Cecily Timmons Discusses Leadership Program, Calls for Applications by April 1 Deadline. - March 25, 2011 - NCCWPS
State Pediatricians Oppose Sale of “Raw Milk”: WIAAP Urges Defeat of AB 1531/2 and Senate Bill 306/2
The Wisconsin Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics (WIAAP) again voices its opposition to pending legislation that would legalize the sale of unpasteurized ("raw") milk. Raw milk is known to expose consumers to food-borne illnesses caused by bacteria capable of causing numerous illnesses and even death, and miscarriage in pregnant women. Numerous public, agricultural and veterinary health groups stand opposed to the sale of unpasteurized milk. - March 24, 2011 - Wisconsin Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics
American Student Dental Association House of Delegates Elects 2011-2012 Executive Committee and Speaker of the House of Delegates
During its Annual Session in Anaheim, CA, ASDA’s House of Delegates – 116 dental students from across the U.S. – elected its 2011-2012 Executive Committee and Speaker of the House. All leaders have been involved in organized dentistry on both national and local levels in past... - March 23, 2011 - American Student Dental Association