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Craig Brewster’s Mandate to Educate Business Owners to Overcome Recession Won Him Accolades
ActionCOACH honored Craig Brewster with the Coaches Choice “SeminarCOACH” award at the 2009 Asia Pacific Conference. - February 27, 2009 - ActionCOACH
College Grad Triples Savings & Launches Event to Help Peers Manage Money
Instead of being upset about the economy, UCSD grad Julia Houck Whitaker decided, “to do something to help new and recent grads in the Bay Area avoid the mistakes I made. The not-for profit event, It's Your Money - Create Your Fun, Successful Financial Future is on March 14, 2009 at the Westin, San Francisco from 1-4 p.m. and was featured on CNBC’s On the Money on February 20. Speakers, web designers and others have donated time, see: http://www.itsyourmoneysf.com/. - February 27, 2009 - It's Your Money
Forty Year of Leadership in Columbus
Leadership Management Institute (LMI) celebrates 40 years of service in Columbus. LMI is based in Waco, TX and offers leadership development across the world helping leaders and organizations improve performance results. The LMI Columbus region was established in 1969 by Lou Cummins, who led the... - February 27, 2009 - Leadership Management Institute of Columbus
SAE Institute of Technology Announces Gary Platt as VP of Academics
Gary Platt, co-founder of The Recording Workshop, Full Sail University, and Ex’pression College has joined global media educator SAE Institute of Technology. Mr. Platt brings decades of experience in academics and regulatory compliance to SAE Institute’s network of audio and film schools. - February 27, 2009 - SAE Institute of Technology, US
Kids Cheer as Lawmakers Applaud New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
NJCTS Youth Spokesman says “The kids of New Jersey cannot speak for themselves” and encourages lawmakers not to forget the 28,000 NJ children with TS. - February 27, 2009 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
High School Seniors and Juniors Get a Week of Art College Experience
Many teens are confused about what to pursue in college, especially if they are interested in design industries like fashion, graphics, web, film. Here's a chance to check out an art college for 1 week this summer. - February 27, 2009 - The Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale
Michigan State University’s New Media Drivers License Course Utilizes David Meerman Scott's ‘New Rules of PR and Marketing’ as Lead Course Textbook
Undergraduate and graduate students in Michigan State University's New Media Drivers License (sm) course are using the “New Rules of Marketing and PR: How to Use News Releases, Blogs, Podcasting, Viral Marketing and Online Media to Reach Buyers Directly,” by David Meerman Scott, as their course textbook. - February 27, 2009 - New Media Drivers License (sm) - Michigan State University
Practice Management Institute Certification Programs Earn Recognition by Government Employment and Education Agencies
Practice Management Institute (PMI) today announced that all three of its certification programs for medical office professionals have received recognition by the U.S. Department of Labor and the U.S. Department of Education. The Certified Medical Coder, Certified Medical Insurance Specialist, and... - February 27, 2009 - Practice Management Institute
HRH Prince Charles Awards Traditional Building Crafts Apprentices
The UK’s leading provider of trade skills training, Apprenticeship Training Ltd (ATL) of Hedge End, Southampton has funded two apprentices to study craftsmen’s skills through the Prince’s Trust. The two, who studied stone masonry and site carpentry, recently graduated in the presence of Prince Charles, at a ceremony held in the gallery of The Prince’s Foundation for the Built Environment in London, attended by Nick Hayward, managing director of ATL. - February 27, 2009 - Apprenticeship Training Limited (ATL)
StraighterLine Announces March 19th Webinar Hosted by The Chronicle of Higher Education
StraighterLine (www.straighterline.com/institution), a company that combines award-winning technologies into a new service that provides highly-affordable, better-supported and a more flexible solution to fulfilling college general education requirements, has announced that the company will be the... - February 27, 2009 - StraighterLine
"The Flip Side of Glory," an Autobiography/Memoir Release
What Price for Glory? A story of Love, Acceptance and hope; fighting for what you believe in and Never Giving Up. - February 26, 2009 - Brandi Winans, D.F.O.C., Inc.
Solving the Housing Crisis - an Open Letter to President Obama
New solution to the housing crisis announced by national real estate trainer, author and coach, Kelle Sparta, in an open letter to President Obama. - February 26, 2009 - Sparta Success Systems
The 1st Annual Kansas City Music and Entertainment Conference Showcases Some of Kansas City’s Most Talented Up and Coming Artists
The Weirdos Music Group is proud to announce the 1st Annual Kansas City Music and Entertainment Conference. This event will take place Friday, May 1 – Sunday, May 3, 2009 at the Kansas City Convention and Entertainment Center in downtown Kansas City, MO. The goal of the Kansas City Music and... - February 26, 2009 - Kansas City Music and Entertainment Conference
Japplis Releases New Online Education Applications
Japplis has released new online applications to learn the irregular verbs, the world countries and their capital, the United States, the atomic elements, the morse code, the NAVO phonetic alphabet or the French departments. - February 26, 2009 - Japplis
FitLink Revolutionizes Health Club Industry with New Premium Location Services
FitLink.com, the premier online fitness community, proudly announces the launch of its Premium Location services for fitness facilities. The new service marks the first seamless web branding experience for health clubs to more effectively reach the ever-expanding online world. “Most clubs... - February 26, 2009 - FitLink, LLC
Australian ActionCOACH Business Coaching Firm Honored with “Firm of the Year” Award
Simon Harris and Steve Kay’s team recognized as the ActionCOACH “Firm of the Year.” - February 26, 2009 - ActionCOACH
Bulls Team Up with Dreamsports Center
The Durham Bulls and Dreamsports Center introduce children to the game of baseball. - February 26, 2009 - Dreamsports Center
ActionCOACH Ashley Thomson Received Accolades at the 2009 Asia Pacific Conference
Thomson honored with “Associate Coach of the Year” award. - February 26, 2009 - ActionCOACH
Dianne Crampton Joins the Business Expert Webinars Speaker Team
Business Expert Webinars (BEW), the leading provider of business eLearning, announced that Dianne Crampton, workplace productivity expert, has joined their speaker community. “In today’s economy, companies are searching for ways to restore productivity following a workforce reduction. - February 26, 2009 - Business Expert Webinars
LaBelle Housing for People with Disabilities Moves One Step Closer
Goodwill Industries of Southwest Florida, Inc. has broken ground on Palmetto Ranch, a 14-unit apartment complex designed for people with disabilities in LaBelle, FL. - February 26, 2009 - Goodwill Industries of Southwest Florida, Inc.
Eduminder Meets with Senator John Kerry's Office - Senator John Kerry’s Office Offers to Assist Eduminder in Efforts to Help Schools
The Eduminder senior team members met with Senator John Kerry’s office and received information, guidance and promises of future assistance in securing possible federal support for Eduminder in its mission to provide primary and secondary schools solutions for the education of children. - February 26, 2009 - Eduminder
The Wine School of Philadelphia Announces Spring 2009 Foundation and Global Wine Studies Programs
This spring, students can embark on an extensive wine education by enrolling at The Wine School of Philadelphia. - February 26, 2009 - The Wine School
Health & Fitness Expert Michael Torchia Stands Strong in His Attempt to Help Wii Users Get Proper Guidance
Although Michael Torchia has received criticism about his plight to get Nintendo Wii creators to make important changes to their system, he is not backing down. His fight is not against the creation of the system, but rather the manner in which it has been marketed as a fitness tool and the lack of proper instruction involved with the Wii system. - February 26, 2009 - Michael Torchia
Steve and Doris Colgate Release Newest Book, Fast Track to Sailing
Steve and Doris Colgate, owner/operators of Offshore Sailing School, have just released their newest book titled "Fast Track to Sailing – Learn to Sail in Three Days." The book was developed to help achieve the ultimate goal of many sailors – to go cruising. Fast Track to... - February 26, 2009 - Offshore Sailing School
Minoan International College Talent Search Competition 2009
Minoan International College will award several academic scholarships for the academic year 2009 - 2010, to gifted candidates who wish to study business or hospitality and tourism management at MIC. The competition is open to all high school graduates who meet the entrance qualifications listed... - February 26, 2009 - Minoan International College
UniversiTools Career Center Software Manages University Placement Services
White Mountain Technologies has launched UniversiTools Career Center solution, which integrates with its other management modules for universities and institutions of higher education. - February 26, 2009 - White Mountain Technologies
UniversiTools to Co-Sponsor 2009 Arab ACRAO Conference
UniversiTools university software will co-sponsor the 29th Annual Arab ACRAO Conference from 29 March to 2 April 2009 at Le Méridien Commodore in Beirut, Lebanon. - February 26, 2009 - White Mountain Technologies
Winning Resume Writer Reveals the Top Twenty Resume Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
In a time of world-wide economic crisis where the unemployment rate increases every month, professional resume writer and author, Kristopher Marek, reveals the top twenty resume mistakes in his new book – The Top Twenty Resume Mistakes And How To Avoid Them. While the average employee... - February 26, 2009 - winningresumewriter.com
SpringTrainingWatch.com Announces 2009 Spring Training Baseball Schedules
Spring Training Watch has announced its postings of the 2009 MLB spring training game schedules. Major League Baseball fans can view upcoming spring training baseball game schedules, find information about the various spring training stadium facilities, and locate nearby hotels, restaurants, and... - February 25, 2009 - Spring Training Watch
New Part Time Italian Language Courses in Milan Offered by Italian Language School on Learn Languages Abroad
Study Italian in Milan? Today it is easier thanks to part time Italian language courses organized by Italian language schools for foreign students abroad. - February 25, 2009 - Learn Languages Abroad
As State Economy Suffers, California Non-Profit Gets Creative - House Raffle Provides Critical Funding
California’s economy is at it’s worst, and while most California businesses are feeling the pressure, at least one California non-profit is making their own way instead. DesertArc is a non-profit organization that supports developmentally disabled people in the Coachella valley area. - February 25, 2009 - DesertArc
Software Training Provider Mediaroots Launches New Range of Training DVDs and Appoints Douglas Stewart EDU as Its Exclusive Educational Distributor
Video training provider Mediaroots (www.mediaroots.co.uk) have announced the immediate availability of their new Video Training DVDs and are partnering with Douglas Stewart EDU as their exclusive Educational distributor. - February 25, 2009 - Mediaroots Ltd.
Minoan International College Launches Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) Program
Minoan International College (MIC), formerly Trinity, has announced that it is offering a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) program, beginning in September of this year, in addition to its existing Degree programs in Tourism and Hospitality Management. The courses offered in MIC’s... - February 25, 2009 - Minoan International College
New FILEminimizer Office from balesio Now Compresses All Office Files by Up to 98%
balesio introduces with FILEminimizer Office the successor of the popular PPTminimizer: The software now compresses Excel files and all new Office 2007 formats in addition to PowerPoint and Word files. - February 25, 2009 - balesio AG
“Recession Buster” Package-Chicagoland Coaching Firm Enerpace, Inc. Announces a New Program to Grow Business and Leadership Skills at a $100 Discount
Enerpace, Inc., Executive and Personal Coaching announces a $100 discount on its new “Recession Buster Package”. Priced at $350, the package includes a powerful leadership tool plus an hour of Executive Telephone Coaching. The coaching helps clients debrief their extensive, customized... - February 25, 2009 - Enerpace Executive and Personal Coaching
Michael Torchia Introduces "Shape Up America Fitness Show" a Radio Program Focusing on Solving the Epidemic of Obesity in America
"Shape Up America Fitness Show" will provide listeners with fitness tips and advice but will also go after the healthcare, medical, fitness and even the video game industry. Although controversial in nature, Torchia will leave no stone unturned so that he can provide his listeners with a well rounded show that is sure to entertain and educate. - February 25, 2009 - Michael Torchia
Alumnus Returns to SA Writers’ Forum
Matthew Phelps, a former winner of the Alan Bunn Memorial Chapbook Award, will be the featured reader at the Fortner Writers’ Forum Thursday beginning at 8 p.m. in the Orange Main Lounge of St. Andrews Presbyterian College. Raised in southwestern Connecticut, Phelps spent a year working as a... - February 25, 2009 - The Learning House, Inc.
Crosswind Represents First Step for Author
Writing is a process and for Alan Bunn Memorial Chapbook winner Lisa Garber the publication of Crosswind is a baby-step in the direction of sharing a larger story. “Crosswind is a fictional piece with a fervent desire at its heart to spread the truth,” said the senior creative writing... - February 25, 2009 - The Learning House, Inc.
Sam Ash Music Store and The Caldwell Group Welcomes Indie Rock Band Sound Cannon to Atlanta for Their Debuting at I dO Music - My Band Rocks Weekend
Orlando Fl based indie rock band Sound Cannon tour stop in the Atlanta market - February 25, 2009 - The Caldwell Group
Hennion & Walsh Announces Two New Regional Vice Presidents
Hennion & Walsh (http://www.hennionandwalsh.com) hires two new Regional Vice Presidents for their SmartGrowth® Family of mutual funds. - February 25, 2009 - Hennion & Walsh
Lower Entry Costs Bring Cutting Edge Technologies Within Reach
New Partnership between Innovativ Consulting Partners and the Kuali Foundation Paves The Way - February 24, 2009 - Innovativ Consulting Partners, LLC
Fitness Foundry Sponsors 'Hal's 24th Annual Boston Marathon Day Bike Ride'; Partnering with 30 Year Veteran Triathlete Hal Gabriel
Fitness Foundry' founder Julio A. Salado, C.P.T. and author of 'Maximum Boost Workout© Advanced Core Training book is now sponsoring a Boston annual tradition, Hal's 24th Annual Boston Marathon Day Ride. The event precedes the Boston Marathon. It is a 52 miles ride, starting from Boston to Hopkington and then back. Fitness Foundry will provide free T-Shirts commemorating the event. - February 24, 2009 - Fitness Foundry
Newly Released Bible for Makeup, Hair and Fashion Stylists Gives Primping for Success a Whole New Meaning
The 5th Edition of Crystal Wright's Hair, Makeup & Fashion Styling Career Guide is making waves as it sweeps across the image industries. For more information about the Guide, visit crystalwrightlive {dot} com and click on Books. - February 24, 2009 - Crystal Wright
Cassbeth Releases New Version of Free General Document Analysis (GDA) Tool in Response to an Analysis of President Obamas' American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009
Cassbeth releases a new version of the free General Document Analysis (GDA) tool in response to an analysis of President Obamas' American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. A new parameter was added that allows the rule set to mine objects bound by various categories. In this case there was a... - February 24, 2009 - CassBeth
Private Main Line Boys School Academic Challenge Team to Compete for County Championship
Devon Prep's Academic Challenge Team wins Semi-Finals; will go on to compete for Chester County title and the opportunity to compete on state level. - February 23, 2009 - Devon Preparatory School
EduKick International Soccer Boarding Schools Offer Economic Alternative to Traditional Boarding Schools
In a difficult economy, high boarding school expenses are taking their toll on families. The 2009 launch of EduKick international soccer boarding schools offers an affordable alternative, combining high-level soccer training with unique cultural experiences for soccer players. "It's not usual... - February 23, 2009 - EduKick, Inc.
SMARTHINKING Names Independent Sales Director
SMARTHINKING, Inc. (www.smarthinking.com), the market leader in providing online tutoring and academic support to students, has announced that RegionExpert has been appointed as the partner for the company’s European representation. As an entrepreneur and leader in the field of educational... - February 22, 2009 - SMARTHINKING
Mass Educators Look to Online Learning to Aid Budget Crisis
The Massachusetts budget crisis is causing middle and high schools to cut courses. To bridge the gap, a growing number of schools are considering supplementing with online learning. - February 22, 2009 - Virtual High School Global Consortium
Business Expert Webinars Adds Wade Slome to Speaker Team
Business Expert Webinars (BEW), the leading provider of business eLearning, announced that Wade Slome, investment guru, has joined their speaker community. “Today’s uncertain economic times create opportunity and risk for today’s investor. Few people have developed a way to... - February 22, 2009 - Business Expert Webinars
Home Study College Backs Global CD Launch for Diabetes Research
Home study college SkillsTrain are backing the global CD launch of one of their CIW Web Design students. - February 22, 2009 - SkillsTrain