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Michael E. Bleier, Partner, Reed Smith LLP to Speak at KC’s Event on Basel II Standardized Approach for Small Banks - Implementation & Post Implementation Issues on 07/31
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that Michael E. Bleier, Partner of Reed Smith LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming teleconference entitled: “Basel II Standardized Approach for Small Banks - Implementation & Post Implementation Issues”. This 2-hour event is scheduled for July 31, 2008, Thursday, starting from 1:00 PM EDT. - July 04, 2008 - The Knowledge Group
Pete Wilson, National Managing Director of Tax Quality Control, RSM McGladrey, Inc. to Speak at KC’s Event on The Many Repercussions of Section 6694 on 09/16/08
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that Pete Wilson, National Managing Director of Tax Quality Control of RSM McGladrey, Inc. will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming teleconference entitled: “The Many... - July 04, 2008 - The Knowledge Group
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Teleconference on The Many Repercussions of Section 6694
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences, has announced today that it has scheduled a live teleconference and webinar on The Many Repercussions of Section 6694. This two-hour event is scheduled on September 16, 2008, Tuesday at 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM (EDT... - July 04, 2008 - The Knowledge Group
NAMWOLF Welcomes Dormitory Authority of the State of New York as a Public Entity Partner
The National Association of Minority & Women Owned Law Firms (NAMWOLF) is proud to announce that the Dormitory Authority of the State of New York (DASNY) has joined NAMWOLF’s Corporate and Public Entities Partnering Program. Under CPEPP, interested corporations and public entities agree... - July 04, 2008 - National Association of Minority and Women-Owned Law Firms
First-Ever P2P MEDIA SUMMIT Silicon Valley -- Technological Innovations & New Business Models
The Distributed Computing Industry Association (www.DCIA.info), a trade organization with more than one-hundred Member companies representing peer-to-peer and social networking software providers (P2Ps), content owners, Internet service providers (ISPs), and service-and-support companies, today... - July 03, 2008 - Distributed Computing Industry Association
Studies Show Hope for Reversing Trend in People with Type 2 Diabetes
Number of People with Diabetes Increases to 24 Million according to new 2007 prevalence data estimates released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Studies show hope for reversing trend in people with T2 diabetes and metabolic syndrome using carbohydrate restricted diet. - July 03, 2008 - Nutrition & Metabolism Society
Portland Guadalajara Sister City Association and BodyVox Unite Through Dance on Aug. 10 to Support Jardin Portland
Today, the Portland Guadalajara Sister City Association (PGSCA) announced that Portland-based dance company BodyVox will hold a fundraising performance at the Newmark Theatre (1111 SW Broadway) in Portland on August 10 at 5 p.m. Proceeds will support the PGSCA's development of "Garden... - July 03, 2008 - Portland-Guadalajara Sister City Association
Katherine (Kit) Anderson Elected President of National Study Group on Chronic Disorganization
The National Study Group On Chronic Disorganization is pleased to announce that Katherine D. (Kit) Anderson, CPO-CDâ, owner of Anderson Organizing Systems, has been elected president of the National Study Group on Chronic Disorganization (NSGCD). NSGCD is a non-profit organization whose... - July 03, 2008 - National Study Group on Chronic Disorganization
NSCS Awards $5,000 Graduate Scholarships to Four Members
NSCS awarded four NSCS-GEICO graduate school scholarships for the 2008-2009 academic year. These recipients are: Giang Tran; alumnus of The University of Utah; working toward an M.D. from The University of Utah School of Medicine Nicole Surico; alumnus of the University of Illinois at Urbana... - July 03, 2008 - The National Society of Collegiate Scholars
American Independent Party of California Nominates Baldwin/Castle for President/VP
The American Independent Party of California, at its State Convention in Los Angeles on June 28th and 29th at the Westin Los Angeles Airport Hotel, announces its continued affiliation with the national Constitution Party and its endorsement of Chuck Baldwin and Darrell Castle as its Presidential... - July 03, 2008 - American Independent Party of California
Americans for the Arts Presents the 2008 Alene Valkanas State Arts Advocacy Award to Judith Kaufman Weiner
At its annual convention in Philadelphia, Americans for the Arts, the nation's leading nonprofit organization for advancing the arts in America, presented the 2008 Alene Valkanas State Arts Advocacy Award to Judith Kaufman Weiner, Executive Director of NYS ARTS. The award honors an individual who has dramatically affected the political landscape through arts advocacy efforts at the state level. - July 03, 2008 - NYS ARTS
NSCS Names Verelyn Gibbs to Serve as Senior Director, Member Engagement
The National Society of Collegiate Scholars announced today that its senior management has hired Verelyn Gibbs as Senior Director, Member Engagement. NSCS is an honors organization with 650,000 high-achieving members from 230 colleges and universities across the country. Gibbs brings more than a... - July 03, 2008 - The National Society of Collegiate Scholars
2008 National Hispanic Heritage Youth Award Recipients Announced. CSI Miami's Adam Rodriguez to Receive an Inspira Award
Hispanic Heritage Foundation Honors National Youth Awardees and Teacher Award Recipient at Special Ceremony in Kansas. CSI Miami Star Adam Rodriguez to Receive Inspira Award. On Wednesday, July 9, the Hispanic Heritage Foundation (HHF) will be joined by national business and community leaders to... - July 03, 2008 - Hispanic Heritage Foundation
Hermosa Beach Soccer Club’s Men and Women Join Forces to Win Temecula
The Hermosa Beach Soccer Club’s men’s and women’s premiere teams joined forces to compete in the co-ed division of the Temecula Adult Holiday Classic. - July 03, 2008 - Hermosa Beach Soccer Club
Westminster East Celebrate 60 Years of Rotary Service
In helping to celebrate the 60th anniversary of it’s charter, Westminster East’s members were joined by Assistant Governor Trevor Johnson (Epping), past members, wives, partners, Chelsea & Westminster Inner Wheel and Westminster Rotaract. Also present were members from Ashburton... - July 03, 2008 - Rotary Club or Westminster East
Softchoice Cares Board Travels to Uganda to Support Orphan Children
Softchoice Corporation (TSX: SO), a leading North American provider of technology solutions and services, is delighted to announce their upcoming humanitarian mission to Uganda next month. - July 03, 2008 - A Broader View Volunteer Corp
Wake Field University Student Spends a Month Teaching Children in Uganda
Nicole Russo, an English major at the Wake Forest University in Winston-Salem, NC, spent four weeks this summer volunteering in a local primary school in the Mutundwe neighborhood of Kampala, Uganda as part of the Volunteer Abroad program operated by A Broader View Volunteers. - July 03, 2008 - A Broader View Volunteer Corp
Interpreters and Translators in the Gulf Coast Celebrate International Translation Day
Interpreters & translators from across the region will convene in Houston on September 26 & 27 for the HITA International Translation Day Celebration & Conference. - July 03, 2008 - Houston Interpreters & Translators Association
Children’s Theatre of Knoxville to Premiere "Treasure Island USA"
Children’s Theatre of Knoxville will present the premiere of a new play, “Treasure Island USA,” at the Emporium Center for Arts & Culture beginning July 11. Written and directed by CTK Executive Director Zack Allen, the play is based on the classic novel “Treasure Island” with a new kid-friendly twist. Set around Charleston, S.C. during 1713, the play revolves around the well-known character Long John Silver and a gang of treasure-seeking children. - July 02, 2008 - Children’s Theatre of Knoxville, Inc.
Colorado Confirmed as Top Bioscience State by National Rankings
It’s been a banner year for Colorado in the highly competitive state rankings arena. Genome Technology’s June publication ranks Colorado as one of the top 20 biotech locations in the world, and the Families USA Global Health Initiative Report ranked Colorado fourth among states that generated the most economic activity per dollar of funding from the NIH. Further, Colorado placed in the top five of all five categories in the Milken Institute’s State Technology and Science Index. - July 02, 2008 - Colorado BioScience Association
Stanly County Commissioners Rebut Alcoa Poll on the Yadkin Hydroelectric Project
In its latest attempt in its struggle to secure renewal of a 50-year federal license for a monopoly on hydroelectric power from the Yadkin River in Stanly County (“the Yadkin Hydroelectric Project”), the multinational firm Alcoa has commissioned a poll that it claims shows that... - July 02, 2008 - Stanly County
Corporate Focus on Employee Productivity Growing Rapidly
i4cp study finds that, despite the focus, more than half of companies feel they still aren’t getting enough out of their workforce. - July 02, 2008 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
Arvada Police Officers Endorse Bane for Commissioner
Jason Bane, candidate for Jefferson County (Colorado) Board of County Commissioners, announced today that he has received the endorsement of the Arvada Police Officers' Association - representing the second-largest city in the county. - July 02, 2008 - Elect Jason Bane
In Good Company
Southwest Philadelphia Review writer, Lorraine Gennaro, wrote an article about nine high school students at the Academy of Palumbo in Philadelphia, PA, who are starting a business, Kiddie Katering. The students particated in a youth entrepreneurship program, The ELITE Group, managed by a non-profit organization, Empowerment Group, which teaches entrepreneurship skills to adults and youth in economically distressed communities. Kiddie Katering recently placed third in a business competition. - July 02, 2008 - Empowerment Group
Action Party Participation in Morton Grove’s July 4th Parade
Besides their veteran members and new supporters, the Action Party’s entry into this year’s parade will also include a selection of rare, vintage WW2-era American military vehicles. - July 02, 2008 - Action Party of Morton Grove
WritingTravellers: User Generated Guidebooks; Open Guidebooks Project Rediscovers the Planet
The travel business changed tremendously because of the Internet and the travel guide business will follow the same path. WritingTravellers is a new initiative that combines techniques and technologies from the so called Web 2.0 to support the whole process of making guidebooks: from writing them to printing and distributing them. A new phenomena is born: user generated guides. - July 02, 2008 - WritingTravellers
Fish Don’t Fart™ * - Revolutionary New Invention Offers Easy Solution to Food Shortages: Portable Farms™
* EPA claims, “... in the U.S., cattle emit about 5.5 million metric tons of methane per year into the atmosphere, accounting for 20% of U.S. methane emissions.” Go green and eat more fish. Portable Farms™ LLC announces the availability of their new invention, Portable Farms™ which offers an easy way to grow 100 pounds of home-grown fish and 400 heads of lettuce (or other table vegetables) per year in a small 6 foot x 8 foot space. Units can be scaled in size. - July 01, 2008 - Portable Farms(TM)
AASHE Releases Annual Review of Sustainability in Higher Education
Cover of AASHE Digest 2007 - A new publication from the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE) documents the continued growth in campus sustainability efforts across the US and Canada. - July 01, 2008 - Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education
Love and Life from the “Me Decade”
Five young men, in the 70’s, began five new streams of Christianity that have now become internationally influential. - July 01, 2008 - Harvest Fields Commissioning International
Medical Tourism Association Releases Medical Tourism Video Showing an American Traveling to Latin America for Medical Tourism
Medical Tourism is one of the fastest growing industries in the world. Medical Tourism is a solution to the healthcare crisis ongoing in many countries such as the US, Canada, the UK and Europe. It is estimated that millions of patients from around the world travel to another country for medical... - June 30, 2008 - Medical Tourism Association™
For Your Health a Special 5-Week Beginner Chi Kung (Qigong) Class - Announced at Blue Dragon School of Martial Arts
The Blue Dragon School of Martial Arts, located in Bergen County NJ, is announcing a special adult exercise program designed especially for beginners starting July 1, 2008. This Chi Kung program, also known as Qigong, is similar to Tai Chi and promotes optimal health and physical fitness. - June 30, 2008 - Blue Dragon School of Martial Arts
North Carolina Business Owner Wins Make Mine a Million $ Business™ Event
The Make Mine a Million $ Business™ event (www.makemineamillion.org) has announced that Leah Brown, founder and president of Aten Solutions Inc., was named a Make Mine a Million $ Business™ award recipient on Oct. 26, 2007, in New York. Brown’s award package included a cash prize,... - June 29, 2008 - Make Mine A Million $ Business
Jerry O. Allen, Partner, Chair, Nonprofit Organizations Group, Bricker & Eckler LLP to Speak at KC’s Event on FIN 48 for Exempt (Non-Profit) Companies on 8/06/08
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences and webinars announced today that Jerry O. Allen, Partner, Chair, Nonprofit Organizations Group of Bricker & Eckler LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming teleconference and webinar entitled:... - June 29, 2008 - The Knowledge Group
Kane County Cougars (Baseball & BBQ) Outing
A Evening with Baseball, Barbecue and Fireworks with other Morton Grove Families and Neighbors. - June 29, 2008 - Action Party of Morton Grove
Fort Worth Offers Sizzling Summer Savings for Travelers
Understanding that many cost-conscious travelers are opting to vacation closer to home this summer, the Fort Worth Convention & Visitors Bureau is offering sizzling specials in its “Summer Stay & Save” promotion. From June 23 through September 15, travelers can visit... - June 29, 2008 - Fort Worth Convention & Visitors Bureau
VAnetworking Presents Seminar on Virtual Bookkeeping
VAnetworking.com is pleased to announce a seminar presented by Kristin Callan. - June 28, 2008 - Virtual Assistant Networking Association
VAnetworking Presents Seminar on Organize with Confidence
VAnetworking.com is pleased to announce a seminar presented by Elizabeth Hagen. - June 28, 2008 - Virtual Assistant Networking Association
North Carolina Education Ball to be Featured on ABC11
Thirty minute special to highlight work of CISNC. - June 28, 2008 - Communities in Schools of NC
International Players Tour Launches New Districts in Florida and Virginia
IPT expansion provides opportunity for new members to qualify for $20,000 Winner’s Share at the 2008 Tour Championship - Horseshoe Bay Resort in Marble Falls, TX. - June 28, 2008 - International Players Tour
Action Party Salutes NW Suburban Jewish Congregation's 50th
Action Party of Morton Grove Congratulates the Northwest Suburban Jewish Congregation's 50 years of service to the Jewish community of Morton Grove. - June 28, 2008 - Action Party of Morton Grove
Safe Rides Unlimited Promises to Maintain Current Discount Pricing on Safe Rides
During this time of high Gas prices, Safe Rides Unlimited's Founder Mohib Sattar promised to maintain the current discounted pricing for safe ride users. - June 27, 2008 - Safe Rides Unlimited non profit organization
Operation-SOS Honors Gulf War Troops with Celebration, Bike/Car Show and Vendor Fair
Operation-SOS is a custom car and bike show, a vendor fair and a welcome home celebration for the troops returning from the Gulf War. The event is scheduled for August 2nd at Wild Wing Cafe, Tampa. - June 27, 2008 - Florida Veterans Assistance Association
International Brangus Breeders Association Prepares for Annual Summit in Nashville
In partnership with the Southeastern Brangus Breeders Association, the International Brangus Breeders Association (IBBA) is preparing for the 2008 Summit, to be held in Nashville, Tennessee August 7-9 at the Gaylord Opryland Resort. The Summit includes educational programs with industry-leading,... - June 27, 2008 - International Brangus Breeders Association
Border Security Organizations Holding National Event at the Border July 4th
Gathering In CA Will Bring Various Groups Together To Celebrate National Sovereignty. A coalition of pro border security and anti illegal immigration groups announced an event designed to solidify their voice and celebrate national sovereignty. Billed as Operation Secure America Now,... - June 27, 2008 - Border Patrol Auxiliary
Denver's Highlands Square to Roll Out Red, White, and Blue Carpet for Democratic National Convention (DNC) Visitors
Unconventional Fare in Highlands Square Days to Include Free Shuttle, Dining, Shopping, and Spa Specials. - June 27, 2008 - Highlands Merchant Association
Howard Alum Joins Honor Society Staff
Howard University alum Blair A. Edwards is the new regional manager for Southern chapters of The National Society of Collegiate Scholars (NSCS). NSCS is an honor society inviting high-achieving freshmen and sophomores, and has 650,000 members at 230 colleges and universities across the United... - June 27, 2008 - The National Society of Collegiate Scholars
Western Kentucky Alum Joins NSCS Staff
Western Kentucky alumnus Luke Davis is the new regional manager for Southwestern and Midwestern chapters of The National Society of Collegiate Scholars(NSCS). NSCS is an honor society inviting high-achieving freshmen and sophomores, and has 650,000 members at 230 colleges and universities across... - June 27, 2008 - The National Society of Collegiate Scholars
Kansas Alum Joins NSCS Staff
University of Kansas alum Colleen Grosch is the new regional manager for Midwestern chapters of The National Society of Collegiate Scholars (NSCS). NSCS is an honor society inviting high-achieving freshmen and sophomores, and has 650,000 members at 230 colleges and universities across the United... - June 27, 2008 - The National Society of Collegiate Scholars
July 19th 2008: the Jenna Druck Foundation Hosts San Diego’s First Ever Young Women’s Leadership Middle School Program
On Saturday July 19th 2008, The Jenna Druck Foundation’s “Young Women’s Leadership Program” (YWL) will team up with author, advice columnist, and TV personality, Jess Weiner, to host a very special event for the middle school girls of San Diego County. After appearances on MTV, CNN and The Tyra Banks Show; Seventeen Magazine columnist Jess Weiner has designed an interactive interpretation of what it really means to be “Pretty, Hot, & Popular.” - June 27, 2008 - Jenna Druck Foundation
SOS India Celebrates SOS Day Across the Country
Opens its 32nd Children’s Village for the children of Begusarai- Bihar. - June 26, 2008 - Lexicon PR