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Enhance Your OPV Operations at the Offshore Patrol Vessels Technology Conference in London
Join 2 expert led panel discussions at SMi’s Offshore Patrol Vessels Technology conference and exhibition, taking place in London, 29th - 30th June 2016. - March 20, 2016 - SAE Media Group
Leading Military and Industry Mortar Experts to Meet in London
SMi Group reports: (21.03.2016, London): Brochure is now released for SMi’s exclusive new conference on Mortar Systems Technology which will take place on the 29th and 30th June 2016 in London, UK. - March 20, 2016 - SAE Media Group
Reacting to Regulatory Systems and Change: ISPS to be Discussed at International Port Security 2016
SMi Group reports: SMi’s 7th annual International Port Security will return to London on the 1st-2nd June. - March 20, 2016 - SAE Media Group
Islands Society Blog to Feature Expert Interviews
Island Voices provides senior policy makers and other leaders with a platform to share their perspectives on the most important policy issues impacting island communities around the world. - March 19, 2016 - Islands Society
Embracing Our Cuban Neighbors: A Smart Business Decision
A select regional delegation of more than 40 representatives from the public and private sectors from the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia traveled to Havana on an official mission organized by VamosGlobal. The purpose of the mission was clear: to see the country and explore... - March 18, 2016 - VamosGlobal
William R. Latham Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
William R. Latham of Victorville, California has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2016 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the government military arena. About William R. Latham Dr. Latham has over 30 years... - March 18, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
Sugarman Launches Otto Warmbier Campaign
David Sugarman launched into the political/social activism spotlight in 2013 after he launched the #BringBaeBack campaign to raise awareness for American Kenneth Bae, who is imprisoned in North Korea. Sugarman’s goal in creating this campaign was to create more public support for the release of Bae. Through this initiative, Sugarman has met with top-tier government, political and social figures that include US Representative Charles Rangel (NY-D), and Reverend Jesse Jackson. - March 16, 2016 - SugarTime Records
Crowd Reviews Partnered with INSS to Announce: Top Cyber Experts from Israel and U.S. to Converge in Washington, DC on May 18-19, 2016
As cyber attacks on critical infrastructures and enterprises surge globally, the world’s leading cybersecurity experts will convene in Washington, DC on March 18-19 for the annual DCOI 2016 conference. The two-day event, hosted by George Washington University, offers technology... - March 16, 2016 - topseos.com
DSI Announces 2nd Annual Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations Summit
Defense Strategies Institute is proud to announce their 2nd Annual Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations Summit occurring on May 18 & 19, 2016. With the central theme of “Dominating the Next Phase of EMS Warfare,” the summit will bring together senior leaders within DoD, Military... - March 16, 2016 - Defense Strategies Institute
"The Real President" by Noah Kaindama
A recently published book that examines issues of political power and governance. Set in the fictional African country of Lubanda, the book explores familiar questions many real African countries and citizens continue to grapple with as they either fight to create a true nation state or face life as pawns in a tyrant’s playground. - March 15, 2016 - Noah Kaindama, Author
Virginia to OK Electric Chair if Drugs Are Unavailable, But There’s an Alternative, Says John Banzhaf
Virginia’s legislature has just authorized the use of the electric chair when lethal-injection drugs aren’t available due to scarcities and sales restrictions caused by death penalty opponents, but many claim the language is vague and would invite a whole new round of litigation, reports the Washington Post. But there's a simple and inexpensive alternative, says public interest law professor John Banzhaf - March 14, 2016 - Public Interest Law Professor John Banzhaf
Learn How to Become Social Media Savvy Within Defence Next Month in London
SMi Training's CPD accredited masterclass: “Social Media and Defence: Rise of the Social Media Warriors” will take place on the 4th April 2016 in London, UK. - March 13, 2016 - SAE Media Group
Lance LoRusso, Author of "When Cops Kill" and "Peacemaking" to Speak at The Georgia Internal Affairs Investigators Association’s 2016 Spring Conference on March 15th
LoRusso’s Discussion to be on Current Trends in Use of Force and Critical Incident Investigation - March 12, 2016 - Lance LoRusso Books
Air Mission Planning Update: Hear from Italian Air Force Staff, U.S. Air Force, NATO, UK MoD, French Air Force...
SMi Reports (2016.03.10, London, UK): On the 20-21th of April, the top leaders in air operations planning and air mission support from across the globe will gather in London for Air Mission Planning 2016. - March 12, 2016 - SAE Media Group
DFBA Joins DHS, and DoD at Upcoming Annual Identity Management Symposium
On April 19th & 20th, 2016, senior leaders within DFBA, DHS, DoD, and the Intelligence Community will convene in Alexandria, VA, for two days of off the record briefings and informal discussions at Defense Strategies Institute’s 3rd Annual Identity Management Symposium. With the central... - March 12, 2016 - Defense Strategies Institute
U.S. SatCom Capabilities and Requirement Unveiled This June in Arlington, Virginia - Registration Now Open for MilSatCom USA 2016
SMi Group reports: SMi, the organisers of Global MilSatCom, announce the launch of MilSatCom USA in Arlington, June 2016. - March 10, 2016 - SAE Media Group
NACCE Joins White House's TechHire Initiative
National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship joins White House's TechHire Initiative; NACCE Invited to Participate in National Campaign to Rapidly Train Employees for Technology Jobs - March 09, 2016 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
Registration is Now Open for SMi’s Mortar Systems Technology 2016
SMi Group reports: (07.03.2016, London): Registration is now open for SMi’s inaugural conference on Mortar Systems Technology which will take place on the 29th and 30th June 2016 in London, UK. - March 09, 2016 - SAE Media Group
U.S. Air Force Space Command Joins Speaker Line up for MilSpace Situational Awareness 2016
SMi Reports (07.03.2016, London, UK): U.S Air Force Space Command will be speaking at SMi’s Military Space Situational Awareness conference which takes place on 18th-19th April in London. - March 07, 2016 - SAE Media Group
Agenda Released: Enhancing OPV Operations Through Advanced Future Technologies to be Discussed at Offshore Patrol Vessels Technology 2016
SMi Group reports: Registration is now open for SMi’s inaugural conference Offshore Patrol Vessels Technology which will take place in London on the 8th and 9th of June. - March 06, 2016 - SAE Media Group
Soldier Equipment Technology Advancement Forum 2016 (London, UK): a Preliminary List of Attendees Released. Registration Closing Soon.
SMi Group reports: SMi’s highly anticipated 2nd Soldier Equipment Technology Advancement Forum (SETAF) will take place in just over a week on the 14th and 15th March in London, UK. - March 06, 2016 - SAE Media Group
Italian Coastguard to Unveil Maritime Security and Security Controls at International Port Security 2016
SMi Group reports: SMi are delighted to announce the Italian Coastguard will join the speaker line-up at SMi’s 7th annual International Port Security conference which returns to London on the 1st and 2nd June 2016. - March 06, 2016 - SAE Media Group
Army, Navy, and Air Force Unmanned Systems Leaders Convene for Summit in Alexandria, VA
On March 29 - 30, 2016, Defense Strategies Institute will host senior leaders from the U.S. military services, DoD, UKMoD, Industry and Academia at their 4th DoD Unmanned Systems Summit in Alexandria, VA. Over two days, discussions and dialogue on some of the most pressing initiatives, challenges, and research in the unmanned community will occur. - March 04, 2016 - Defense Strategies Institute
Lockheed Martin and Rheinmetall Chempro Will Feature at Eastern Europe’s Most Focused Armoured Vehicles Meeting
SMi Group reports (02.03.2016): Future Armoured Vehicles Eastern Europe will return to Prague, Czech Republic on the 17th-18th May for its’ second year. - March 04, 2016 - SAE Media Group
SolarCraft Completes Solar Power System for Cloverdale Unified School District - Sonoma County School Reduces Utility Bill and Saves Money
Novato and Sonoma based SolarCraft recently completed the installation of solar panels on at Washington Middle School in the Cloverdale Unified School District (CUSD), Cloverdale, CA. The new 102 kW photovoltaic system will reduce their utility grid demand while saving the school district thousands in energy fees every year. - March 03, 2016 - SolarCraft
FCC Commissioner to Speak at CUE 2016 National Conference
CUE announced today that FCC Commissioner Jessica Rosenworcel will address attendees at the 2016 National Conference, March 17-19, 2016 in Palm Springs, California. She will give a special presentation titled “Closing the Homework Gap” on Thursday, March 17 from 4:45 to 5:15 p.m. in... - March 03, 2016 - CUE
Sun Fund Americas Signs Solar PPA in Jamaica
Sun Fund Americas, SRL, a renewable energy development company headquartered in Liberia, Guanacaste, Costa Rica, and concentrating on the Caribbean and Central American markets has signed a 20mw Solar Power Purchase Agreement in the island nation of Jamaica. The project represents an investment of $50 million. - February 25, 2016 - Sun Fund Americas
SMi Reports: SEA, German Army and Norwegian Defence Logistical Organisation to Join the Speaker Line-Up at SETAF 2016
SMi Group is delighted to welcome on board Systems Engineering and Assessment Ltd (SEA), the latest speaker to sign up for SMi's 2nd annual Soldier Equipment and Technology Advancement Forum (SETAF) taking place 14-15 March in London. - February 25, 2016 - SAE Media Group
SMi Reports: Czech Army, Poland, Estonia and Slovenia All to Reveal Armoured Vehicle Upgrade Plans in May
Returning to Prague on the 17th and 18th of May, this conference is Eastern Europe’s most focused and senior armoured vehicles meeting. - February 25, 2016 - SAE Media Group
International Ports from Across the Globe Including Rotterdam and Long Beach Will Present at International Port Security 2016
SMi Group reports: SMi’s 7th annual International Port Security conference will return to London on the 1st and 2nd June 2016 - February 25, 2016 - SAE Media Group
RastafariUnion Golden Jubilee Celebration - Emperor Haile Selassie I of Ethiopia Visit to Jamaica
RastafariUnion is hosting a seven-day celebration and informational symposium highlighting one of the most significant events in Jamaican history, an event that was the catalyst for the global spread of Reggae Music, Emperor Haile Selassie I of Ethiopia's visit to the island. The celebrations will highlight food, fashion and cultural entertainment from around the world centered on the Jamaican culture that inspired it, Rastafarians and their Roots Reggae Music. - February 20, 2016 - RastafariUnion
PiPPER STANDARD, Product for Life Enhancement
PiPPER STANDARD was recognized as the Best Business Enterprise for "Product for Life Enhancement" by the Thailand Green Design Awards 2016. - February 20, 2016 - Equator Pure Nature Co., Ltd.
DSI Announces 10th DoD/VA and Gov Health IT Summit
Defense Strategies Institute is proud to announce their 10th DoD/VA and Gov Health IT Summit occurring on May 2 & 3, 2016. With the central theme of “Developing a Connected Health IT Ecosystem for Military and Government,” the Summit will bring together senior leaders from DHA, VA, HHS, Federal and State agencies, along with leaders from Industry and Academia that support them, for two days of Government briefings and informal discussions in their "Town Hall" setting in Alexandria, VA. - February 20, 2016 - Defense Strategies Institute
SMi Reports: 5 Key Benefits of Attending Future Armoured Vehicles India
Attending this event will provide the attendees with valuable information on how best to approach key decision makers in the Indian AV programmes including the Directorate of Mechanised Forces. - February 18, 2016 - SAE Media Group
SMI Reports: NATO Agreed to Enhance Military Presence in Eastern Europe
Join the only Military Logistics Conference Exclusively focused on the Eastern European Defence Community organised by SMi. - February 18, 2016 - SAE Media Group
SMi Group Unlock the Potential of Armoured Vehicle C4i with Selex, Rhienmetall, General Dynamics, DSTL and IAI Elta
Some of the most senior military and industry representatives are set to gather next month at SMi’s conference on Future Armoured Vehicles Situational Awareness taking place on 16th and 17th March in Central London. - February 17, 2016 - SAE Media Group
DSI Announces 2016 Identity Management Symposium
Advancing Identity Intelligence and Biometric Effectiveness. - February 12, 2016 - Defense Strategies Institute
Assessment Shows Nation’s Guard is Down Against Zika Virus and Mosquito-Borne Diseases
The Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists (CSTE) supports President Barack Obama’s request of $1.8 billion to combat Zika virus. Declared a “global health emergency” by the World Health Organization, Zika virus increasingly threatens to spread local epidemics in the... - February 08, 2016 - Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists
Certified for Distinction as a Women Business Enterprise: Fuse Solutions Inc
Fuse Solutions Inc a leading-edge consulting practice, distinctly privileged to serve its global customers, is proud to announce today that it is officially re-certified as a Women's Business Enterprise by the Women's Business Council-Southwest in partnership with WBENC. - February 04, 2016 - Fuse Solutions Inc
GASB 53 Reporting and Effectiveness Testing Made Easy with pasVal
Principia Partners, a leading solution provider for derivative and structured finance operations, today announced the launch of its GASB 53 service to greatly reduce the efforts state and local governments expend complying with this standard. The service includes comprehensive hedge effectiveness... - February 03, 2016 - Principia Partners LLC
Capita Conferences’ Announces Information Sharing Conference to Take Place on 17th March in Edinburgh
Attendees will improve their information sharing policies through collaboration and gain a deeper understanding of the legislative and governmental reforms. - February 03, 2016 - Capita Conferences
Lake Hopatcong Petition Tops 1,000 Signatures Lake Hopatcong Foundation Urges Legislators to "Make 2016 the Year of Lake Hopatcong"
More than 1,000 people have already put their name to a petition that urges legislators in Trenton to properly fund the management of Lake Hopatcong. “Lake Hopatcong is the state’s largest lake, with 45 miles of shoreline and 2,500 acres of fresh water, enjoyed by hundreds of thousands... - January 31, 2016 - Lake Hopatcong Foundation
Developing Commercialism in Local Government Capita Conference Announced for 22nd March, London
Delegates will learn how to maximise their organisation’s revenue streams, make crucial efficiency savings and generate income through additional services - January 29, 2016 - Capita Conferences
MYB Awarded Contract with Army Office of the Chief of Chaplains
Mind Your Business is honored to announce that it has won a contract with the U.S. Army Office of the Chief of Chaplains (OCCH), Strong Bonds Program. This means that Soldiers who participate in Strong Bonds Programs will be assured their children are being supervised by screened law-abiding,... - January 29, 2016 - MYB
ESdat Public & Client Portal: A Powerful Online Tool to Share Environmental Data with the Public or a Selected Audience
The Shoalhaven City Council “Aquadata” branded Pubic Portal has now been operating for 12 months. Laboratory results are automatically received into ESdat Online Environmental Database Software, and council staff sent a notification triggering an internal review. Approved results are immediately displayed on the public interface. - January 25, 2016 - Earth Science Information Systems (EScIS)
ACAM Officially Addresses the Flint, MI Water Crisis
The American College for Advancement in Medicine (ACAM) is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to educating physicians and other health care professionals on the safe and effective application of integrative medicine. ACAM's healthcare model focuses on prevention of illness and strives for total wellness. ACAM has been educating physicians in metal removal techniques such as chelation therapies since 1973. - January 25, 2016 - ACAM
Transportation Grants for "Every Kid in a Park," Top Priority for National Parks Foundation Board Member
Ohio Businessman Stephen Hightower to Raise $10 Million for Making National Parks Accessible to Over One-Million African-American Youth, an Extension of “Every Kid In A Park” - January 25, 2016 - Stephen L. Hightower
V5 Systems Completes Testing with Safe Skies at San Jose Mineta Airport
V5 Systems’ report is available for distribution to Airport Security Coordinators at US commercial-service airports. V5 Systems, Inc. (“V5”) (www.v5systems.us), a leader in innovating wireless, on edge, intelligent security and Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) computing... - January 25, 2016 - V5 Systems
The Future of Indian Defence Equipment Procurement Unveiled This April in London
SMi Group reports (2016.01.22): Registration is now live for the third masterclass on How to do Business with the Indian Armed Forces. - January 24, 2016 - SAE Media Group
Governing Health IT Compliance: Agile Strategies for Global Healthcare Organizations
Confident Governance Chairman and GRC Visionary Bhavesh Bhagat along with Health IT Compliance Expert Julie Hoyte to present a Webinar in association with HCCA on how Healthcare Organizations can develop and execute an Agile Governance program for their Compliance data. - January 23, 2016 - Confident Governance