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Gulf Coast Venture Forum Elects New Board Member in Sarasota
A new Chapter President has recently been elected in the Gulf Coast Venture Forum’s Sarasota Chapter. - March 17, 2011 - Gulf Coast Venture Forum
New Head for ACCA South Africa
The global body for professional accountants, ACCA (the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) has appointed Nadine Kater as head of ACCA South Africa, effective 3 May 2011. - March 17, 2011 - ACCA
Paul's Project Benefits from No Gift Birthday
Paul’s Project announced today that it has received more than $400 in cash donations along with in-kind items perfect for the organization’s PACKs (Personal Accessory Care Kits) from Ethan Long’s 3rd birthday celebration. Shannon Long, Ethan’s mother wanted to give back to... - March 17, 2011 - Paul's Project, Inc.
North Carolina’s Defense Industry to be on Display at NCDBA’s April 19-20 Expo in Pinehurst
Gov. Perdue and military brass invited to speak - March 17, 2011 - North Carolina's Defense Business Association
National Poison Prevention Week March 20-26, 2011 - Wisconsin Pediatricians Provide Guidance for Parents and Caregivers
In recognition of National Poison Prevention Week, the Wisconsin Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics offers guidelines on poison prevention, and what to do should the child in your life become poisoned. Statistics show that children are the most likely to become poisoned, and that poisonous items are most often found in our homes. - March 17, 2011 - Wisconsin Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics
New Lean Management Book, Gemba Walks, by James Womack, founder of the Lean Enterprise Institute, Challenges the Prevailing Management System
The researcher who led the team that coined “lean production” explores why lean management is better than the currently dominant management system. - March 17, 2011 - Lean Enterprise Institute
ICMS Announces First Participant in Stem Cell Clinic Accreditation Program
International Cellular Medicine Society and Regenerative Medicine Institute enter formal agreements to begin Accreditation Process. - March 17, 2011 - International Cellular Medicine Society
Morguard Selects Energy Advantage Inc.’s Sustainable Data Management Solution
Energy Advantage Inc., a leading energy and sustainability management provider, today announced that Morguard has selected Energy Advantage to help them establish and operate a comprehensive energy and environmental data management solution for their commercial and retail properties across... - March 17, 2011 - Energy Advantage Inc.
Shoppers Can Buy Blankets, Comforters and Other New Items Every Week at BlanketAmerica.com
Blanket America, a textile manufacturer that gives a blanket to the needy for every purchase made, has been adding new blankets, comforters and other products to its online store on a weekly basis. - March 17, 2011 - Blanket America BUY 1, GIVE 1 Blankets
Dr. John Boudreau Joins i4cp’s Board of Directors
Renowned human capital expert will provide guidance and research insight as the company continues its rapid growth. - March 16, 2011 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
Organizations Announce Coalition 4 ME/CFS, the First US Coalition to Promote a National ME/CFS Agenda
NeuroEndocrineImmune Disease (NEIDs) organizations have formed the first US coalition to serve their patient community and change public policy. The Coalition 4 ME/CFS mission is to present a unified voice with common goals and objectives that will improve the quality of life for myalgic... - March 16, 2011 - Coalition 4 Me/CFS
RMCFA Joins Coalition4ME/CFS, the First US NueroEndocrineImmune Disease Coalition
The Rocky Mountain CFS/ME & FM Association (RMCFA) and seven NeuroEndocrineImmune Disease (NEIDs) organizations have formed the first US coalition to serve their patient community and change public policy. The Coalition 4 ME/CFS is the first national project of a network of organizations... - March 16, 2011 - The Rocky Mountain CFS/ME & FM Association
IAPAM's Aesthetic Medicine Symposium with Botox Training April 16-17
The International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine (IAPAM) is helping physicians enter this lucrative market by offering their dermatologist-led Botox Training in Scottsdale, Arizona on April 16-17, 2011. Physicians will learn everything they need to start offering Botox and other in demand aesthetic medicine procedures. - March 16, 2011 - International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine
Lace Up to Help Local Kids
Hanford race will benefit Golden State Family Services Runners will have a chance to get active and give back to the community next month in the first annual Hanford Run for the Peeps. The race will be held Saturday, April 23 at the Civic Auditorium. The Hanford Chamber of Commerce will be... - March 16, 2011 - Hanford Chamber of Commerce
NAPNAP to Chart the Course for Advocacy and Innovation for Children’s Health at 32nd Annual Conference
NAPNAP will hold it's 32nd annual conference at the Baltimore Convention Center March 23-26 2011. - March 16, 2011 - National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners
Peter Bible, Partner, EisnerAmper LLP to Speak at KC’s Tectonic Shift in Accounting & Financial Reporting Coming: Are you ready? Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Peter Bible, Partner, EisnerAmper LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Tectonic Shift in Accounting & Financial... - March 16, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Matthew 25: Ministries Prepares Disaster Relief in Response to Japan’s Earthquake, Tsunami and Nuclear Crisis
Matthew 25: Ministries, an international humanitarian aid and disaster relief organization located in Cincinnati, OH is moving quickly to respond to the urgent need for aid as the result of the earthquake which struck off the shore of Japan on Friday, March 11. Matthew 25 is mobilizing disaster relief supplies, which they expect to dispatch to the disaster zone sometime the week of March 14. - March 16, 2011 - Matthew 25: Ministries
Colorado Prepares to Join Recodr-Breaking "I AM EQUAL" Project
Greater Denver area welcomes historic photo campaign for human rights. - March 16, 2011 - I AM EQUAL FOUNDATION
GreaterGood Network Launches The Veterans Site
The GreaterGood Network, Internet pioneer of "Click to Give" websites, announced today the launch of The Veterans Site. The new website will provide immediate assistance to needy veterans. - March 16, 2011 - GreaterGood
Medical Journal Using QR Codes to Link Print and Digital Video
NEUROSURGERY® Readers can now watch surgical videos from their smartphone without ever putting down an issue. - March 15, 2011 - Congress of Neurological Surgeons
Stories Without Borders Documentary to Explore Ramayana and Mahabharata Across Cultures
Scholar Jarrod Brown has teamed up with videographer Andrea Frazier to film a documentary tracing Sanskrit epics across the Hindu, Buddhist and Muslim cultures of South and Southeast Asia. - March 15, 2011 - Stories Without Borders Production Company
Get Your New York Cabaret Act Together with MAC Award-Winner Lennie Watts and Steven Ray Watkins at Singers Forum Beginning March 20
Singers Forum, a non-profit musical oasis committed to providing the highest quality vocal training for New York City residents, will be offering “Get Your Act Together,” led by MAC Award-winning Lennie Watts and musical director Steven Ray Watkins beginning Sunday, March 20 from... - March 15, 2011 - Singers Forum
Craig Martin, Partner & Co-Chair of Litigation Department, Jenner & Block to Speak at KC’s Webcast Mediating Corporate Disputes Successfully-Avoidance Litigation Perils
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Craig C. Martin, Partner, and Co-Chair of Jenner & Block’s national litigation Department will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast... - March 15, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Paul Naumoff, Global and Americas Tax Leader Ernst & Young LLP, to Speak at KC’s Webcast New Tax Provisions & Economic Incentives for 2011 Explored
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Paul Naumoff, Global and Americas Tax Leader, Climate Change and Sustainability Tax Services, Ernst & Young LLP will speak at the Knowledge... - March 15, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
DCIA Presents CONTENT IN THE CLOUD Conference at NAB
Special Registration Rate Now Available. - March 14, 2011 - Distributed Computing Industry Association
The Chairmen’s RoundTable Announces Partnership with BIOCOM
BIOCOM and CRT combine forces to support the local life sciences community - March 14, 2011 - Chairmen's RoundTable
Northern California Chapter of the AAICHE to Hold Annual Symposium – a Look Into the Future of Bio-Factories
The Northern California chapter of the American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AICHE) will be holding its 49th Annual Symposium on April 14th, 2011 beginning at 1:00 P.M. at HS Lordships in Berkeley, California. This year’s theme will be, “A look into the future of bio-factories -... - March 14, 2011 - AICHE NORCAL
Distance Credentialed Counselor (DCC™) Training is Now Available Online
Online Therapy Institute has collaborated with ReadyMinds to help create the new curriculum for the Distance Credentialed Counselor (DCC™) Training. The ReadyMinds DCC Training Program prepares qualified trainees who wish to apply for the DCC credential offered by the Center for Credentialing & Education (CCE), an affiliate of the NBCC®. - March 13, 2011 - Online Therapy Institute
2011 Spring Pinnacle Book Achievement Awards
NABE announces the winners of the Spring 2011 Pinnacle Book Achievement Awards. - March 13, 2011 - NABE (North American Bookdealers Exchange)
Learn How to Develop Your Government Contract "Marketing Machine" at March 22 Women's Business Development Center Workshop
Business owners who want to grow their business with government contracts will learn the key elements to obtaining these contracts at a workshop, “Marketing Your Business to the Government,” on Tuesday, March 22, from 9 to 11 a.m., at the Women’s Business Development Center... - March 13, 2011 - Women's Business Development Center
Corporate Partners Support Year-Round BSCAI Initiatives: BSCAI Announces 2011 Corporate Partners
Building Service Contractors Association International (BSCAI) is proud to announce their 2011 Corporate Partners, as they join the BSCAI Corporate Partner Program, a sponsorship and advertising program for industry partners to support BSCAI and its initiatives. Corporate Partners represent... - March 13, 2011 - Building Service Contractors Association
Rep. Dan Flynn Takes Action to Support Teachers in the Classroom
Today, Representative Dan Flynn filed House Bill 2491, as a Teacher Support Act, in an effort to provide support to teachers who may be at risk with the current revenue shortfalls and to better support their resource needs in the classroom. "Teachers are the core of what works and what is good... - March 13, 2011 - TX State Representative Dan Flynn
NARI Firm Gives Family Home a Second Life Through a Green Remodel
Atlanta NARI design-build firm gives family home a second life through a green remodel - March 13, 2011 - National Association of the Remodeling Industry
KOSBE Becomes New Kingsport Affiliate Office of TSBDC at ETSU
The Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship (KOSBE) is proud to be the new Kingsport Affiliate Office of the Tennessee Small Business Development Center (TSBDC) at East Tennessee State University (ETSU). - March 13, 2011 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association Announces High Five Grant Recipients
Three Organizations Will Qualify for a Total of $25,000 Each Over a Five-Year Period - March 13, 2011 - NCVMA
FDA Position on Intravenous Vitamin C Limits Access, But Does Not Render Vitamin C-IV Unlawful
On December 28, 2010, FDA issued a Warning Letter claiming that certain injectible Vitamin C products were unapproved new drugs. Many in the industry took the warning letter to stand for the proposition that FDA would not allow any Vitamin C injectible products to be made available to patients. The Vitamin C Foundation has corrected that missimpression, stating that Vitamin C injectible products can still be made available to physicians under certain conditions from compounding pharmacies. - March 13, 2011 - Vitamin C Foundation
NJ Center for Tourette Syndrome Invites You to ‘Team Up with Tim Howard’
Proceeds from “Team Up with Tim Howard” raffle to benefit children and families with Tourette Syndrome. - March 12, 2011 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
AUSIB Welcomes India's Growth Oriented 2011 Union Budget
The Alliance for US India Business (AUSIB) welcomes India’s Union Budget for FY 2011-12, and rates it as a very investor friendly budget that could help attract more investments into India. Sanjay Puri, AUSIB President said, "We are very happy that this budget is high on foreign... - March 12, 2011 - Ausib
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on 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, announced today that it has scheduled a live webcast entitled: “Understanding the Recent Bankruptcy Court Decision Threatens Intellectual Property Rights of Licensees from... - March 12, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Food Lion Family of Banners Raises $3.6 Million for Easter Seals Through Shop&Care Program
Record Year for Easter Seals Shop&Care - $3.6 Million Raised During Four-Week Campaign at Food Lion, Bloom, Bottom Dollar Food and Reid’s Stores - March 12, 2011 - Easter Seals UCP
City of Sebastian Approves Riverfront Parking Study
A parking study for Sebastian’s Riverfront area was approved unanimously Wednesday night by the Sebastian City Council. The parking study was completed by Outlier Planning of West Palm Beach, and included an inventory of mostly public parking spaces in the Riverfront, and one-per-hour counts... - March 12, 2011 - Outlier Planning
Nonprofit Homegrown Lacrosse Launches Redesigned Website
Homegrownlacrosse.org is a reflection of the organization’s personality and commitment to serving the community - March 12, 2011 - Homegrown Lacrosse
Victory Over Stroke Events Set for April in Sarasota and Bradenton, Florida
Seminars Focus on Stroke Awareness and Prevention - March 12, 2011 - The Stroke Association Of Florida
BNI® Northeast Florida to Host Second Annual Golf Tournament
Proceeds will benefit Junior Achievement of North Florida. - March 12, 2011 - BNI, Northeast Florida
Peregrine Academic Services Reaches Out to NACCE Members in Its Effort to Aid Community Colleges in Responding to Increased Calls for Accountability
Peregrine Academic Services, LLC, has chosen the National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship NACCE) as its partner in an effort to prepare community colleges to effectively respond to growing demands for accreditation and accountability being placed on higher education institutions. - March 12, 2011 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
Benefits of Integrating Microfinance and Health Protection Services Published
Oxford Journals' Health Policy and Planning has published a paper on the benefits of integrating microfinance and health protection services for very poor families and says the program should be expanded. - March 12, 2011 - Freedom From Hunger
Bluebonnet Trails and Pick With Austin, Inc., Launch Suicide Prevention Partnership; Target Young Central Texans Through Music
Round Rock based charity, Pick With Austin, Inc., and Bluebonnet Trails Community Services are partnering to increase suicide prevention efforts targeted at youth in Central Texas. The goal of this new partnership is to identify those who will benefit from services provided by Pick With Austin, Inc. and positively impact families, teens and youth in crisis. - March 12, 2011 - Pick With Austin, Inc.
Calvary Austin Pastor Terry Michaels Reaches the Hearts of Those Who Suffer Chronic Pain with New eBook Release
Pain in the Offering: Hoping and Coping in a World of Hurt by Terry Michaels. Forward written by Charlotte H. Smith MD who says: "This book will provide encouragement to those who struggle with chronic pain." - March 11, 2011 - Calvary Austin
Medical Development Group Announces Wed. April 6, 2011 Forum – "Hotbeds of Innovation: Advances in the Treatment of Diabetes and Obesity"
Medical Development Group Wed. April 6th forum - Learn from a distinguished panel of experts how far we’ve come from the “standard of care” to state-of-the-art diagnostics and novel medical devices for the treatment of diabetes and obesity. - March 11, 2011 - Medical Development Group
81% of UK in the Dark About How Much Tax They Are Really Paying, Says ACCA
ACCA launches guide to help UK consumers lighten the tax load - March 11, 2011 - ACCA