Latest news releases from PR.com for Membership Organizations. http://www.pr.com/press-releases Fri, 10 Oct 2008 15:50:33 -0500 http://www.pr.com/images/logo_white.jpg http://www.pr.com/ 68 69 PR.com provides Free Press Release Distribution, & is a unique Directory of Businesses, Products, Services, & Jobs - in all industries. Find Full Company Profiles. © 2008 PR Worldwide, Inc. 60 http://www.pr.com/press-release/109950 TechBiz Connection (TBC) will host a distinguished panel of highly regarded search engine optimization experts who will present the best practices of pay-per-click advertising and reaching top search engine ranking at its monthly forum on Wednesday, October 15 from 6:00 to 9:00 PM at TechSpace in Aliso Viejo. Designed to help business owners, marketers, and webmasters increase their Web site’s traffic, rankings and [PR.com - October 09, 2008] TechBiz Connection http://www.pr.com/press-release/109950 http://www.pr.com/press-release/109871 On Monday, October 13, BBB of Eastern NC will host its fifth annual BBB Golf Tournament. Held at Devil’s Ridge Golf Course in Holly Springs, registration begins at 9 a.m., with the tournament starting at 10 a.m. [PR.com - October 09, 2008] Better Business Bureau of Eastern North Carolina http://www.pr.com/press-release/109871 http://www.pr.com/press-release/109802 In honor and support of U.S. veterans, VetFriends.com has created an online Veterans Day parade/events directory along with a Veterans Day online forum free for all visitors to view and submit information to. [PR.com - October 09, 2008] VetFriends.com http://www.pr.com/press-release/109802 http://www.pr.com/press-release/109524 Applications for the European Seal of e-Excellence 2009 (http://www.seal-of-excellence.org/) are now open to award ICT and digital media companies worldwide. The European Seal of e-Excellence is widely known for promoting ICT digital companies with an excellent track record in the marketing of innovation, i.e.: • Innovative products and services; • Excellent marketing practices to promote them. By focusing on [PR.com - October 08, 2008] European Multimedia Forum http://www.pr.com/press-release/109524 http://www.pr.com/press-release/109544 At the Toastmasters Humourous contest held at Ernst & Young Toastmasters Club on 3 October, Peninsula Toastmasters Club was presented with the Spirit Award for Outstanding Attendance. The award, presented by Area Governor Evadne Kortje, recognizes Toastmasters clubs that are contribute to the Toastmasters mission "Making effective communication a worldwide reality". Club President, Craig Strachan, says that [PR.com - October 08, 2008] Craig Strachan.com http://www.pr.com/press-release/109544 http://www.pr.com/press-release/109241 Non-Profit Security Awareness Organization Offering Free Autographed Books Along with Other Free Materials to Public in Support of National Cyber Security Awareness Month. [PR.com - October 07, 2008] SCIPP International http://www.pr.com/press-release/109241 http://www.pr.com/press-release/109463 Soroptimist International Brisbane City, a women's service group, is holding a luncheon timed to coincide with United Nations Day to thank volunteers in its community. Richard Cowley is guest speaker on the theme of Peace. Ticket purchases welcome. [PR.com - October 07, 2008] Soroptimist International Brisbane City http://www.pr.com/press-release/109463 http://www.pr.com/press-release/109299 Point-of-Care Information Solution for Pediatricians Available via PDA, Web, and Wireless Powered by the Unbound ™ Platform. [PR.com - October 06, 2008] American Academy of Pediatrics http://www.pr.com/press-release/109299 http://www.pr.com/press-release/109107 A 2-day educational summit for the professional makeup artist community, featuring seminars, panel forums and hands-on workshops from top makeup artists. And introducing The Summit Shop-a unique pro-retail experience with free admission to pro makeup artists and consumers alike. [PR.com - October 05, 2008] The Makeup Show http://www.pr.com/press-release/109107 http://www.pr.com/press-release/109259 NAFA Fleet Management Association is looking for companies to partner with to help present their fleet educational seminars beyond the United States and Canada and into new parts of the world. [PR.com - October 05, 2008] NAFA Fleet Management Association http://www.pr.com/press-release/109259 http://www.pr.com/press-release/109318 The Hermosa Beach Soccer Club (www.HermosaBeachSoccerClub.com) today announced that Fox Sports en Espanol, Fox Sports’ Spanish language division, has committed its support to HBSC’s Kicks for Kids Program. HBSC launched in September Kicks for Kids, a used soccer equipment collection program for the purpose of outfitting needy youth in the U.S. and abroad. The program includes the collection of used shoes, [PR.com - October 05, 2008] Hermosa Beach Soccer Club http://www.pr.com/press-release/109318 http://www.pr.com/press-release/109291 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 months but not more than 36 months), and three awards for Business Excellence (employing 2 -9 employees, 10 - 29 employees, [PR.com - October 05, 2008] Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship KOSBE http://www.pr.com/press-release/109291 http://www.pr.com/press-release/109320 The Livermore Chamber of Commerce launched a new Web site which has drawn significantly increased traffic as well as praise from top advertising executives. [PR.com - October 05, 2008] Livermore Chamber of Commerce http://www.pr.com/press-release/109320 http://www.pr.com/press-release/108889  On October 16, AIGA Miami kicks off its 2008-2009 season in true techie form with R O B O H E A D S. This conceptual launch event will introduce the organization's new board members to the community and start the buzz for an exciting winter season. It is a chance for the new board and guests to show some of their personality and ingenuity by designing and building their own robot head, which they'll don at the launch [PR.com - October 03, 2008] AIGA Miami http://www.pr.com/press-release/108889 http://www.pr.com/press-release/108696 The Livermore Valley Film Commission, formed three years ago to promote filming in Livermore, California, has added Pleasanton and Dublin, California to its scope to foster economic development. [PR.com - October 02, 2008] Livermore Chamber of Commerce http://www.pr.com/press-release/108696 http://www.pr.com/press-release/108473 Bruce Lee's kung fu training methods will come to light in this authentic kung fu training seminar featuring the Wing Chun wooden dummy. [PR.com - October 02, 2008] Advanced Fighting Concepts http://www.pr.com/press-release/108473 http://www.pr.com/press-release/108368 Genetic Performance Solution, LLC (GPS) is excited to announce that the new online registry service of the Braunvieh Association of America (BAA) is being provided and maintained by GPS. The GPS advanced real time registry program will allow the Braunvieh Association members to do their own registration, enrollments, and transfers, pull reports and edit data. With the GPS Registry Program any member with a computer that [PR.com - October 01, 2008] International Brangus Breeders Association http://www.pr.com/press-release/108368 http://www.pr.com/press-release/107954 The National Portable Storage Association's 6th Annual Conference & Exposition is chock full of professional networking opportunities 24/7. [PR.com - September 28, 2008] National Portable Storage Association http://www.pr.com/press-release/107954 http://www.pr.com/press-release/107942 Child Alert Center establishes new division as a safety net for missing college students. [PR.com - September 28, 2008] College Alert Center http://www.pr.com/press-release/107942 http://www.pr.com/press-release/107719 Timothy J. Cartwright, Managing Director of 5th Avenue Advisors and Compass Advisory Group, has been elected to the Economic Development Council of Collier County (EDC) board of directors. Cartwright says, “I look forward to the opportunity to serve the community over the next year." [PR.com - September 27, 2008] Gulf Coast Venture Forum http://www.pr.com/press-release/107719 http://www.pr.com/press-release/107722 Communities In Schools of NC chosen to receive raffle proceeds from annual golf tournament. [PR.com - September 27, 2008] Northwest Mutual Financial Network Breakfast Club of the Triangle http://www.pr.com/press-release/107722 http://www.pr.com/press-release/107721 NAFA has changed the name of its official publication from Fleet Executive to FLEETSolutions and rebranded the magazine as an educational tool for fleet professionals. [PR.com - September 27, 2008] NAFA Fleet Management Association http://www.pr.com/press-release/107721 http://www.pr.com/press-release/107645 Sales for the 2009 chamber membership and community guide being produced for the Livermore Chamber of Commerce are underway. The updated guide will be published and distributed in the spring of 2009. [PR.com - September 27, 2008] Livermore Chamber of Commerce http://www.pr.com/press-release/107645 http://www.pr.com/press-release/107543 NAFA Fleet Management Association presents a new advanced course for fleet professionals October 17-19 in New Orleans. [PR.com - September 26, 2008] NAFA Fleet Management Association http://www.pr.com/press-release/107543 http://www.pr.com/press-release/107009 Study Shows that Most Companies Either Have or Will Expand Diversity Strategies Thanks to Globalization. [PR.com - September 24, 2008] Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp) http://www.pr.com/press-release/107009 http://www.pr.com/press-release/106794 The Colorado BioScience Association (CBSA), Colorado Springs Economic Development Corporation and CEA Technologies, Inc. are joining forces to promote the State’s burgeoning bioscience industry at the AdvaMed 2008 MedTech Conference in Washington, D.C., September 21-24. Participation in this premier event for medical device manufacturers will showcase Colorado’s CEA Technologies, Inc., a leader in the contract design and [PR.com - September 22, 2008] Colorado BioScience Association http://www.pr.com/press-release/106794 http://www.pr.com/press-release/106479 The Federation of American Consumers and Travelers (FACT) is providing immediate disaster relief to members who have been adversely affected by Hurricane Ike. Current FACT members are reminded to call 1-800-USA-FACT to request the Disaster Aid assistance. [PR.com - September 22, 2008] The Federation of American Consumers and Travelers (FACT) http://www.pr.com/press-release/106479 http://www.pr.com/press-release/106631 John Moore, the marketing genius that helped grow Starbucks and Whole Foods, is speaking at the NPSA's 6th Annual Conference and Exposition at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. [PR.com - September 21, 2008] National Portable Storage Association http://www.pr.com/press-release/106631 http://www.pr.com/press-release/106685 Third Annual ‘Education for Success’ Helps Cincinnati Hispanic High School Students Prepare for College. [PR.com - September 21, 2008] National Society of Hispanic MBAs http://www.pr.com/press-release/106685 http://www.pr.com/press-release/106586 IVAA will host their third annual online conference entitled, "Building Success through Education!" This 12-hour event (8:00 am to 8:00 pm EDT) is specifically designed for home-based business professionals who work virtually. This webinar is open to the public. [PR.com - September 21, 2008] International Virtual Assistants Association http://www.pr.com/press-release/106586 http://www.pr.com/press-release/106262 Bewitching celebrations and murder mysteries at Historic Hotels of the Rockies. [PR.com - September 20, 2008] Historic Hotels of the Rockies http://www.pr.com/press-release/106262 http://www.pr.com/press-release/106493 IPT Members and Guests will compete on the famous Pete Dye Course at PGA Village for season kickoff event on January 24-25, 2009 [PR.com - September 20, 2008] International Players Tour http://www.pr.com/press-release/106493 http://www.pr.com/press-release/106477 NARI remodelers help homeowners find some much-needed storage space. [PR.com - September 20, 2008] National Association of the Remodeling Industry http://www.pr.com/press-release/106477 http://www.pr.com/press-release/106570 As a result of attending the seminar in Kingsport offered by nationally known retail specialist, Jon Schallert of The Schallert Group, Patti Lawrence, owner of The Gallery of Local Artists in downtown Kingsport, convinced the City of Kingsport’s Public Art Program to help her make her retail store a destination. [PR.com - September 20, 2008] Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship KOSBE http://www.pr.com/press-release/106570 http://www.pr.com/press-release/106472 The Naval Enlisted Reserve Association's annual Service to the Reservist Award Winner. [PR.com - September 20, 2008] Naval Enlisted Reserve Association http://www.pr.com/press-release/106472 http://www.pr.com/press-release/106518 Colorectal Cancer Patient to Hike a 160 Mile Long Stretch of the Appalachian Trail in support of the Colon Cancer Alliance. [PR.com - September 20, 2008] Colon Cancer Alliance http://www.pr.com/press-release/106518 http://www.pr.com/press-release/106322 Free community event in Downtown Riverside featuring the Cadillac Cats and recording artist JD Priest live at White Park. [PR.com - September 19, 2008] Riverside Downtown Partnership http://www.pr.com/press-release/106322 http://www.pr.com/press-release/106208 The Kingsport Office of Small Business Development and Entrepreneurship (KOSBE) has substantially enhanced its web site to include a custom illustrated profile avatar named ‘Melissa’, Business to Business e-Directory, Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) Online Directory, Listing of Help Wanted and Professionals for Hire, Listing of Available Retail/Commercial Property not listed in the MLS, Listing of Small [PR.com - September 19, 2008] Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship KOSBE http://www.pr.com/press-release/106208 http://www.pr.com/press-release/106045 The National Society of Collegiate Scholars (NSCS) made a $2,500 donation to The University of Iowa’s scholarship fund. The donation is part of the Inspire Integrity Awards, an NSCS faculty award to professors who instill integrity in their students. Iowa professor Linda Bolton received the national award. She received a $3,000 stipend and the award at NSCS’ Convention in Orlando, FL in July [PR.com - September 18, 2008] The National Society of Collegiate Scholars http://www.pr.com/press-release/106045 http://www.pr.com/press-release/105442 As presidential race heats up, employees are feeling political pressure at work. [PR.com - September 17, 2008] Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp) http://www.pr.com/press-release/105442