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The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webcast 2010 Corporate Income Tax Return Compliance – Understanding the Complexities
A host of tax-related changes occurred during 2010, which must be understood in order to accurately complete 2010 income tax returns while limiting exposure and maximizing tax savings opportunities. - March 26, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Doug Bennett, Partner, National Accounting & Auditing Director, BKD LLP to Speak at KC’s Tectonic Shift in Accounting & Financial Reporting Coming: Are You Ready?
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Doug Bennett, Partner, National Accounting & Auditing Director, BKD LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Tectonic... - March 26, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
The GRC Group Seeks Nominations for 2010 GRC MVP Awards
The GRC Group (http://www.grcg.com/grc-mvp-nominations-2010) has announced that nominations for its GRC MVP Awards will be accepted through March 31, 2011. The 2010 GRC MVP Awards recognize individual achievement and professional contributions in governance, risk management, and compliance during... - March 25, 2011 - GRC Group
African-American Business & Professional Network Partners with Small Business Administration to Improve ROI for Minority Business Owners
Business & Professional Network Connects Members with Organizations that Increase Their Bottom Lines Despite Unstable Economy - March 25, 2011 - AABPN
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on the Bankruptcy Code Section 363 Explored
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, announced today that it has scheduled a live webcast entitled: “The Bankruptcy Code Section 363 Explored.” This two-hour event is scheduled on August 5, 2011 from 12:00pm... - March 25, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Jeffrey J. Oelke of White & Case LLP at KC’s Understanding the Recent Bankruptcy Court Decision Regarding Intellectual Property Rights of Licensees from Foreign Owners
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Jeffrey J. Oelke, Partner, White & Case LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Understanding the Recent Bankruptcy... - March 25, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
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
GMP Synthesis Chemistry Services Organisation, Onyx Scientific, Announce Increased Demand for Early-Phase Investigational New Drug (IND) Development
Onyx Scientific excel in streamlining GMP synthesis processes. Their compliance standards minimise impurities, reduce costs and significantly improve timelines for phase I and II clinical studies. - March 25, 2011 - Onyx Scientific Ltd
ICLEI USA Executive Director Martin Chávez Joins Renowned Polar Explorer, Sir Robert Swan; Global CEOs on Important Climate Change Expedition to Antarctica
Exceptional Voyage to Last Great Wilderness on Earth Will Explore the Preservation of Antarctica; Promote Recycling, Renewable Energy and Sustainability Efforts to Combat Climate Change - March 25, 2011 - ICLEI USA
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
Boston Area Veterans First in Massachusetts to Have New Option for Companion Pet Adoption
Not-for-profit partners with Quincy Animal Shelter and Quarry Hills Animal Hospital to help U.S. veterans honorably adopt and care for companion pets - March 25, 2011 - Pets for Patriots, Inc.
My Sports Dreams and Travel Champs Partner Up to Help Teams Travel More Easily and Efficiently
Nation’s Leading Fundraiser will help promote online service for coaches and event organizers - March 25, 2011 - My Sports Dreams
John Rex Endowment Invests $1.36 Million in Positive Youth Development
The John Rex Endowment announces the investment of $1.36 million for two Positive Youth Development grants, including $1.25 million for the Collaborative Partnership for Excellence in Youth Development and $115,322 for El Pueblo's CAPAZ initiative. - March 25, 2011 - John Rex Endowment
Woodcraft Rangers and LA Galaxy Partner on Youth Soccer Tournament to Support Health Through Physical Activity
This Saturday and Sunday 28 teams of 10-14 year-olds from all over Los Angeles County will take part in WeekEndZone, a double elimination soccer tournament held at Columbia Park in Torrance. WeekEndZone is hosted by Woodcraft Rangers, a non-profit agency specializing in development programs for... - March 25, 2011 - Woodcraft Rangers
The Training, Education & Research Institute Invites the San Diego Community to Its Fourth Annual Cuvee Delle Vite Event
The Autism and Special Needs Non-profit Hosts an Afternoon of Food, Fun and Philanthropy to Celebrate its New Charles R. Cono Campus for Life Quality. - March 25, 2011 - TERI
Time to Create at The Crucible
Expanded Classrooms and Extra Hours at Industrial Art School - March 25, 2011 - The Crucible
Coach Todd Colbeck Helps Small Businesses Become STAR Workplaces
Todd Colbeck, the President of the Colbeck Coaching Group has become an official Workplace Stars Service Partner. - March 25, 2011 - Workplace Stars LLC
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
The Crucible Gets Fired Up for Spring
The Crucible Hosts Its 10th Annual Spring Open House Expo & Art Show. - March 24, 2011 - The Crucible
Morton Grove Election Update -- Action Party "Open House" Event a Success
Irish eyes were smilin' at the Morton Grove Action Party's St. Patrick's Day Open House Event. There was a full house at the Action Party's Election Campaign Office (5836 Dempster) on St. Patrick's Day, March 17, 2011. Residents came out to meet Trustee candidates Shel Marcus, John C. Thill, and... - March 24, 2011 - Action Party of Morton Grove
Practice Development Pro Phyllis Haserot Embraces STAR Workplaces
Phyllis Weiss Haserot, the President and founder of Practice Development Counsel has become an official Workplace Stars Service Partner. - March 24, 2011 - Workplace Stars LLC
CSI: Miami's Eva La Rue to Appear on FOX's "Good Day LA" on March 25
Eva La Rue, star of television's CSI: Miami and National Spokesperson for Beckstrand Cancer Foundation, will appear on FOX's "Good Day LA" morning show on March 25 to discuss her new role with the nonprofit. - March 24, 2011 - Beckstrand Cancer Foundation
John Rapisardi of Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft LLP at KC’s Recent Bankruptcy Court Decision on Intellectual Property Rights of Licensees from Foreign Owners Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that John J. Rapisardi, Partner, Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Understanding the... - March 24, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Applications Sought for 2011 Homegrown Lacrosse Community Leadership Award
Twin Cities nonprofit, Homegrown Lacrosse is seeking applications for its 2011 Community Leadership Award. The Homegrown Lacrosse Community Leadership Award recognizes two graduating Minnesota high school boys lacrosse players who exemplify the qualities of character, confidence and... - March 24, 2011 - Homegrown Lacrosse
Bangladesh ICT Industry to Benefit from New Hi-Tech Survey
A Global not for profit research and advisory organisation is encouraging local Information and Communications Technology (ICT) companies to participate in a new High-Tech Survey designed to help economic growth in the region by giving industry stakeholders a unprecedented insight into the industry. - March 24, 2011 - International Institute for Software Economics, Innovation and Entrepreneurship
CAPAPA Appoints New Board Members
Distinguished members of Canada's Access and Privacy Community join Board of Directors of The Canadian Association of Professional Access and Privacy Administrators (CAPAPA) - March 24, 2011 - CAPAPA - The Canadian Association of Professional Access and Privacy Administrators
IJIS Institute Appoints Cisco Executive, Matthew DeZee, to Board of Directors
DeZee brings extensive government IT experience to the Board. The IJIS Institute, a nonprofit organization that focuses on mission-critical information sharing for justice, public safety and homeland security, announces that Matthew R. DeZee, PhD, has been appointed to the IJIS Institute’s... - March 24, 2011 - IJIS Institute
Judges Chosen for the 2011 GRA/TAG Business Launch Competition
The Technology Association of Georgia (TAG) and the Georgia Research Alliance (GRA) have finalized an all-star lineup of judges for the 2011 GRA/TAG Business Launch Competition finals round on May 24, 2011. Announced today are the following finals judges: Bob Bozeman, General Partner, Angel... - March 24, 2011 - TAG think
John Doerr to Speak at The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s 2011 Leukemia Cup Regatta VIP Dinner
At a dinner event to signal the start of the 2011 fundraising effort for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s (LLS’s) annual Leukemia Cup Regatta, held at the The San Francisco Yacht Club (SFYC) last weekend, legendary venture capitalist and Leukemia Cup Honorary Chairman, Tom Perkins,... - March 24, 2011 - The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society - Greater San Francisco Bay Area Chapter
CSPA Convenes Household & Institutional Products Industry Leaders in Chicago
The Consumer Specialty Products Association (CSPA) – the voice for the household and institutional products industries – will host its annual Mid-Year Meeting on May 3-6, 2011 at the Chicago Marriott Downtown. CSPA began hosting the Mid-Year Meeting in Chicago in the late 1960s. - March 24, 2011 - Consumer Specialty Products Association
Maine Home Care and Hospice Providers and Nurses Head to Nation’s Capitol to Fight for the Right of Every American to be Cared for in Their Home
Home care and hospice providers from around the State will join hundreds of colleagues in Washington D.C. to keep the fight alive for the critical, high-value, high-quality care that is delivered every day to some of the nation’s most vulnerable individuals. The Home Care & Hospice... - March 24, 2011 - Home Care & Hospice Alliance of Maine
My Sports Dreams and SCHEDULESmith Partner Up to Help Teams Raise Money and Stay Organized
Nation’s Leading Fundraiser will help promote free online service for coaches. - March 24, 2011 - My Sports Dreams
Early Voting for Morton Grove Municipal Election Ends on March 31
The Morton Grove Action Party issues a friendly reminder to all Morton Grove residents that “Early Voting” for the upcoming Municipal Election will end on Thursday, March 31, 2011. Residents may vote early at Village Hall, 6101 Capulina Avenue, Morton Grove, in the Mayor’s... - March 24, 2011 - Action Party of Morton Grove
CMAP Planning Grant Awarded to Morton Grove
Morton Grove Village Trustees and Action Party Candidates Shel Marcus, John C. Thill, and Maria S. Toth are pleased to announce that Morton Grove has received a grant worth $50,000 for long-term planning in the Village’s industrial areas. Morton Grove’s Industrial Areas Plan Initiative... - March 24, 2011 - Action Party of Morton Grove
Winning Chefs Return for Third Annual Epicurious Vino Challenge
This popular event combines professional chefs, wine, and charity. - March 24, 2011 - RHA Howell Care Centers
$6,500 in IT and STEM Scholarships Available to RI Students
Tech Collective, Fibertech Networks, and Lighthouse Computer Services accepting applications for three scholarships; submission deadline April 22nd, 2011. - March 24, 2011 - Tech Collective
Run for the Gulf to Benefit Alabama Gulf Coast: Atlanta Radio Host Paul Leslie to Pay Tribute to Forrest Gump and Raise Awareness for Alabama Gulf Coast
Award-winning radio talk show host and producer Paul Leslie plans to complete a 52-mile run to benefit the Alabama Gulf Coastal Foundation. Leslie will run in honor of the 25th publication anniversary of the novel “Forrest Gump” by Winston Groom. Leslie will begin his journey on April 5th, 2011 along Heron Bay in southern Mobile County and run along the Gulf coast of Alabama until he reaches the Florida state line on April 9th, 2011. - March 23, 2011 - Alabama Coastal Foundation
ARCHIVE Builds Health Globally and Urges Action: We Must Act on Living Conditions in the Fight Against Tuberculosis
To mark World TB Day, ARCHIVE urges government, private and third sector authorities to pay greater attention to housing/living conditions as an important measure in the fight against tuberculosis (TB). - March 23, 2011 - ARCHIVE
Home Care Alliance Opposes Recommendation of Co-Pays for Patients Cared for at Home
Industry Calls Co-payments an Inappropriate Burden and a Tax on Most Vulnerable Elders. - March 23, 2011 - Home Care Alliance of Massachusetts
i4cp Study Shows More Top Companies Are Examining the Business Case for Inclusion
High-performance organizations are three times more likely to devote resources to analyze how an inclusive culture leads to business productivity. - March 23, 2011 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
TAG Think, Tripp Rackley to be Inducted Into Technology Hall of Fame of Georgia
The Technology Association of Georgia (TAG) and the Georgia Research Alliance (GRA) have finalized an all-star lineup of judges for the 2011 GRA/TAG Business Launch Competition finals round on May 24, 2011. - March 23, 2011 - TAG think
Walmart/Sam’s Club Donates $75,000 to 21st Century Parks and The Parklands of Floyds Fork
Sam’s Club, a division of Walmart Stores, Inc., announced a pledge of $75,000 to 21st Century Parks, the nonprofit organization responsible for the creation of The Parklands of Floyds Fork in Louisville, Ky. “We are grateful and appreciative to Walmart and Sam’s Club for their... - March 23, 2011 - 21st Century Parks
My Sports Dreams and Restaurant.com Help Teams Raise Money and Donors Dine Out
Campaign donors receive $50 in free dining at over 18,000 restaurants nationwide. - March 23, 2011 - My Sports Dreams
Celebrities Coming to Support HeartShare's Spring Gala
Stars from One Life to Live are supporting their co-star and HeartShare honoree Robert S. Woods. - March 23, 2011 - HeartShare Human Services of NY
PR Pros to Tackle Industry Issues at Vegas Conference
Public Relations Society of America Hosts Western District Conference in Las Vegas April 27-29. - March 23, 2011 - Public Relations Society of America-Las Vegas Valley chapter
MBEConnect Profiles Magazine Releases Inaugural Issue
MBEConnect releases the first issue of a digital magazine highlighting the best and brightest women- and minority-owned businesses in conjunction with WBENC Summit & Salute. - March 23, 2011 - MBEConnect
IIMSAM Middle East Office Marked World Water Day
IIMSAM Middle East Director & Goodwill Ambassador Dr. Naseer Homoud’s message on World Water Day. He maintained that water is the most precious element available for mankind and urged for a global partnership to preserve this precious gift of nature for mankind. - March 23, 2011 - Dr. Naseer Homoud
Compass to Care Childhood Cancer Foundation Partners with Angel Flight Central
Together the organizations will help children fly to distant medical centers for cancer care. - March 23, 2011 - Compass to Care
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
Gov. Bev Perdue Proclaims Veterinary Science Year as Part of World Veterinary Year Celebrations
Commemorative Events Will Take Place Worldwide Throughout 2011. - March 23, 2011 - NCVMA