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Tony and Milena Astorga to Chair Annual Crozier Gala
Recently retired Blue Cross Blue Shield Senior Vice President, CFO & Chief Business Development Officer, Tony Astorga, and his wife Milena have agreed to chair the Catholic Community Foundation’s annual fundraiser, the Crozier Gala. Now in its 24th year and in conjunction with... - July 15, 2011 - Catholic Community Foundation
Succession Planning in Critical Infrastructure
The InfraGard National Members Alliance (INMA) held the latest in its series of critical sector forums by examining the importance of succession planning in critical infrastructure protection with Michael Kane (Chief Human Capital Officer at the Department of Energy) and Jeff Neal (Chief Human... - July 15, 2011 - InfraGard National Members Alliance
New or Soon-to-be College Grads: Discover Job Opportunities in the Great Lakes Bay Region
Do you have a family member or friend who is a new or soon-to-be college graduate interested in employment in the Great Lakes Bay Region? - July 15, 2011 - Saginaw Future
The Rainforest Site's "Click Here To Give" Donations Benefit Sierra Cal Project
With the successful completion of El Paujil Nature Reserve, donations from The Rainforest Site’s "Click Here To Give" button will benefit the Sierra Caral project of World Land Trust-US in 2011. The Rainforest Site is part of the GreaterGood Network of "Click Here To Give"... - July 15, 2011 - GreaterGood
J. Mark Eddy Joins Partners for Our Children as New Research Director
J. Mark Eddy, Ph.D., has been named research director for Partners for Our Children (POC) at the University of Washington. In addition to his research director duties, Dr. Eddy will serve as a research professor at the University of Washington School of Social Work. For more than 20 years, Dr. - July 15, 2011 - Partners for Our Children
Real Estate Broker Kathy Marlowe of Sarasota, Florida, Featured in Reuters Blog
Expert in luxury distressed properties offers advice to real estate buyers - July 15, 2011 - Kathy Marlowe
Tortoise and Finch Productions Launches Kickstarter Campaign for the Domestic Violence Documentary, "You Look a Lot Like Me"
After four years in production, Tortoise and Finch Productions has launched its Finishing Funds Campaign on Kickstarter.com for the documentary film, "You Look a Lot Like Me." The film features interviews with domestic abuse survivors, abusers and educators. For more information, visit http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/tortoiseandfinch/you-look-a-lot-like-me. - July 15, 2011 - Tortoise and Finch Productions, LLC
Mexico-Based Stem Cell Clinic Advances in Accreditation Process
The International Cellular Medicine Society (ICMS), an independent nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing the field of adult cell based medicine, announced today that the Regenerative Medicine Institute (RMI) of Tijuana, Mexico, has successfully undergone and completed the first phase of its... - July 15, 2011 - International Cellular Medicine Society
KINAVET is Now Available from VetSource
VetSource is pleased to announce that KINAVET-CA1 (masitinib mesylate), a new treatment option to address severe mast cell tumors in dogs, is now available. Kinavet is an exciting new option for veterinarians and pet owners to manage and reduce this common form of canine skin cancer. Kinavet has... - July 15, 2011 - VetSource
Car Audio Supplier in St. Louis Hires SEO Company to Increase Accessibility to Local Customers
Audio Ace, located in St. Louis, MO, has hired Prospect Genius, a local online advertising company to better serve local residents. - July 15, 2011 - Audio Ace
Spirit Incentives Launches New Family Adventure™ Offer
Spirit Incentives, designers of innovative travel incentives and benefits programs, announced today that a new hotel offer, Family Adventure ™, will be introduced to the market. The Family Adventure™ is an ideal product for the timeshare and vacation club markets helping with customer... - July 15, 2011 - Spirit Incentives
One Concierge Network Accepting Partner Submissions for 2011/2012
One Concierge announced that it will be considering opportunities and partnership submissions from potential businesses as part of an annual application and review period extending till the end of 2011. - July 15, 2011 - One Concierge
The Medical Tourism Association Travels to Las Vegas to Spread the Word to HR Professionals
The MTA recently showcased medical tourism to one of the largest Human Resources Conferences in U.S. Over 13,000 HR professionals and decision makers attended; the MTA was able to educate employers about the benefits of medical tourism. - July 15, 2011 - Medical Tourism Association™
Specialist Machining Company Maryland Machine Selected to Work on 9/11 Memorial in Baltimore, Maryland
Maryland Machine, Machining Company, has announced that they have been selected by Ziger/Snead Architecture to complete reverse engineering work on a steel artifact from the Twin Towers, which will act as the centerpiece for a memorial to commemorate those from the state of Maryland who lost their lives lost on 9/11. - July 15, 2011 - Maryland Machine
Hillmuth Certified Automotive’s Clarksville Shop Named Nation’s Top Auto Repair Facility, Columbia Shop Ranked in Top Twelve
Hillmuth Certified Automotive’s Clarksville location www.hillmuth.com has been named the Top Repair Shop in the United States. The Automotive Training Institute (ATI), an industry trade and development association, gave Hillmuth’s Clarksville shop a score of 96 of a possible 100 points... - July 15, 2011 - Hillmuth Certified Automotive
New Jersey Minority Educational Developmental Workshop to Cover How US Tax-Dollars Are Working Against American Families
The misappropriate use of US Educational Funds with secret pact between private corporations and political leaders will be addressed at Summer National Conference. - July 15, 2011 - New Jersey Minority Educational Development
CT Real Estate Investors Association (CT REIA) Announces July 2011 Meeting of the Apartment Owners Association Of Connecticut
On July 20, 2011 the Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association (CT REIA) will be sponsoring a new Apartment Owners Association Of CT (AOACT) and Mastermind Group meeting. Attendees will receive advice on managing investment properties. - July 15, 2011 - Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association - CTREIA
Tampa-Based Cruise Planners Travel Advisor Gives the Gift of Travel
Home-based advisor adds honeymoon and travel registries to better serve clients. - July 15, 2011 - Cruise And Vacation Paradise (a Cruise Planners/American Express franchise), Eileen Tener
Affordable iPhone and Android Applications for Every Business
StellarMediaWorks, LLC makes it Easy and Affordable for Entrepreneurs and Business Owners to break in to the Mobile Application Stratosphere. - July 15, 2011 - Stellar Media Works, LLC
Technology Association of Georgia Announces IntercontinentalExchange Founder, Chairman and CEO Jeffrey C. Sprecher as Keynote Speaker for 2011 Excalibur Awards
The Technology Association of Georgia (TAG) today announced that Jeffrey C. Sprecher, founder, chairman and CEO of IntercontinentalExchange (ICE) will serve as keynote speaker at the seventh annual Excalibur Awards. He will share his insights about creating one of the country’s fastest growing companies. The event will be held October 21, 2011, at 7:30 a.m. at the Renaissance Waverly Hotel, 2450 Galleria Parkway. - July 15, 2011 - TAG think
In Response to Recent Outbreak of Gay Teen Suicides, Good Shepherd Church in Pasadena CA Launches Comprehensive LGBT Outreach Program
In response to last year’s rash of gay teen suicides, Good Shepherd Church Pasadena launches an aggressive comprehensive outreach to the LGBT Community in Pasadena CA the San Gabriel Valley. - July 15, 2011 - Good Shepherd Church Pasadena
Thomas W. White, Partner, WilmerHale to Speak at KC’s 2011 FASB Topic 450 Statement on Loss Contingency Disclosures Demystified Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Thomas W. White, Partner, WilmerHale, will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “FASB Topic 450 Statement on Loss Contingency... - July 15, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Alan W. Granwell, Partner, DLA Piper LLP to Speak at Knowledge Congress’ 2011 Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Alan W. Granwell, Partner, DLA Piper LLP, will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “2011 Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act LIVE... - July 15, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
1st Annual Colorado Photography Festival Coming to Denver
The 1st Annual Colorado Photography Festival will be held from August 13-15, 2011. Never before has an event of this kind been held in Denver! - July 15, 2011 - Colorado Photography Festival
Prepare Your Home Plumbing for Summer and Reduce That Water Bill
Seasonal Tips from the Experts at Roto-Rooter During peak water use, usually in late July or early August, the average American uses about four times as much water than they do the rest of the year. From taking more frequent showers to watering the lawn to even washing additional loads of... - July 15, 2011 - Roto-Rooter
President Preckwinkle Announces New Leadership and Focus for Criminal Justice Agency
Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle announced today the formation of the Judicial Advisory Council (JAC), an agency under the Office of the President charged with the coordination and reform on the Cook County criminal justice system. The JAC will pursue President Preckwinkle’s... - July 15, 2011 - Cook County Government
Cook County Board President Preckwinkle Unveils STAR Performance Management Report
In an unprecedented effort to implement long-term financial planning and instill a new culture of accountability in Cook County government, Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle unveiled the first Set Targets, Achieve Results (STAR) performance management report today, joined by elected... - July 15, 2011 - Cook County Government
Great Hotels of the World – Free Nights Offers
Great Hotels of the World (http://www.ghotw.com) reveals a selection of its best offers, all offering free nights. 1. Jetwing Lighthouse, Galle, Sri Lanka Rates from €103 per room, per night Receive a free night at this elegant and peaceful resort in the historical city of Galle. An... - July 15, 2011 - Great Hotels of the World
Leading Rural Broadband Group Names New Executive Director - Telecom Industry Veteran to Guide Rural Mobile Broadband Alliance (RuMBA) USA
RuMBA USA has a new Executive Director. Peter Pratt, an industry veteran, was selected to replace Luisa Handem who is stepping down from the Managing Director's Role for the organization she founded more than two years ago. - July 15, 2011 - Rural Mobile and Broadband Alliance USA
Friends of Karen Launches 2011 Back-to-School Program, Children's Charity Wants to Fill 600 Backpacks This Year
It may be beach weather, but Friends of Karen is hard at work to fill 600 back-to-school backpacks for children with cancer and their siblings. - July 15, 2011 - Friends of Karen
Best Vacuum Cleaners Under $100: New List Published
Finding a great vacuum for a great price is not easy but Vacuum Cleaner Advisor has just published a list of the Best Vacuum Cleaners for Under $100 to help buyers make the right choice. - July 14, 2011 - Vacuum Cleaner Advisor
President Preckwinkle Creates Bond Team with Focus on Local, Minority Firms
Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle submitted the County’s Master Bond Ordinance yesterday as the government takes steps to restructure its debt and establish itself on a more sound financial footing. The ordinance was introduced and referred to the Finance... - July 14, 2011 - Cook County Government
Literary Agent, Editor, and Authors to Present at Missouri Writers’ Conference
A conference for fiction writers is scheduled for 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. July 23, 2011. The annual event will feature agent and editor pitch sessions, workshops, panel discussions, break-out sessions, and networking, and will be held at the Clarion Hotel Conference Center, 3333 S. Glenstone... - July 14, 2011 - Ozarks Romance Authors
Largest Competitive Intelligence Conference in 2012 to be Held in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Hosted by Strategic & Competitive Intelligence Professionals (SCIP)
The Philadelphia Downtown Marriott location ensures that the Strategic and Competitive Intelligence Professional’s conference continues to grow and prosper as the largest annual gathering of competitive intelligence professionals in the world. - July 14, 2011 - Strategic and Competitive Intelligence Professionals
3D’s Expert Photography Trusted to Capture Icon
3D Studios - a full-service graphic communications company that prides itself on its ability to provide its clients with full-service imaging solutions from concept to completion – was hired to photograph Harry Belafonte. - July 14, 2011 - 3D Studios, Inc.
GRAPA's Telecoms Fraud Academy Launches New Website: Fresh Look, Added Features, More Information
The offerings of the Telecom Fraud Academy (TFA) are now easier to access than ever. Find the most relevant information about TFA's training events, alumni, programs, informative white papers and videos as well as exclusive member content on the completely renovated Telecom Fraud Academy... - July 14, 2011 - Global Revenue Assurance Professional Association
George B. Breen of Epstein Becker & Green, P.C. to Speak at KC’s Understanding the New System: Final Rule on Fraud Prevention in Medicaid, Medicare and CHIP Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced that George B. Breen, Member of the Firm, Co-Chair, Health Care and Life Sciences Litigation and Government Investigations Practice Group of Epstein Becker & Green,... - July 14, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
YourCause Reaches Milestone by Supporting a Network of More Than One Million Eligible Employees
CSRconnect, an employee engagement platform and product of YourCause, now supports a network of more than one million eligible employees. - July 14, 2011 - YourCause, LLC
Holocaust Memorial Center and Eastern Michigan University to Co-Host Seminar for Teachers, Aug. 15-19
Using the latest academic scholarship and best instructional practices to make lessons about the Holocaust understandable and meaningful for students, the weeklong seminar, “Reading the Holocaust: A Seminar for Teachers,” is designed to build an instructor’s content base. - July 14, 2011 - Holocaust Memorial Center Zekelman Family Campus
Charles Reinhart Company, Realtors Welcomes 5 New Agents
5 Realtors have joined the Charles Reinhart Company. - July 14, 2011 - Charles Reinhart Company, Realtors
Stroke Association of Florida Names Board of Directors
Sarasota, Florida Area Non-Profit Organization Announces Board of Directors for 2011-2012 - July 14, 2011 - The Stroke Association Of Florida
Larry and Jill Johns Join RE/MAX Alliance Group
Experienced Realtors Join the RE/MAX Siesta Key, Florida, Office. - July 14, 2011 - RE/MAX Alliance Group
haircolorxperts at the Arboretum and Cameron Village Announces Client Rewards Program
Local Hair Salon Offers New Promotion at the Arboretum in Cary and Cameron Village in Raleigh - July 14, 2011 - Haircolorxperts
Marian’s Dream Donation Helps Local Animal Charity Expand Reach in New York
Marian’s Dream, a 501(c)3 charity, announced today the awarding of a $20,000 grant to T.A.R.A., The Animal Rights Alliance, Inc. This grant will help make possible the purchase of a new mobile spay/neuter clinic to serve portions of the Hudson Valley and upstate New York. - July 14, 2011 - Marian's Dream, Inc.
New Business Owner Takes Over Previous Mr. Transmission Establishment
Local business owner offers quality service and competitive prices at Mr. Transmission in Decatur, GA. - July 14, 2011 - Moran Industries
Work Experience Energises Pupils with the Smallpeice Trust
From 4th to 8th July, 14 and 15 year old students from across the UK enjoyed a unique work experience course at the National Grid Training Centre near Newark, Nottinghamshire. This included learning about the anatomy of the nation’s energy networks and taking a close up view of high-voltage substations, lines and cables. - July 14, 2011 - The Smallpeice Trust
John R. Formica, Jr., Partner, PwC to Speak at KC’s 2011 FASB Topic 450 Statement on Loss Contingency Disclosures Demystified Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that John R. Formica, Jr., Partner, PwC, will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “FASB Topic 450 Statement on Loss Contingency... - July 14, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Business Finance Named Media Partner at Knowledge Congress' Understanding the Orderly Liquidation Authority Provisions of Dodd-Frank Live Webcast
Business Finance will be KC’s media partner for its upcoming webcast entitled: “Understanding the Orderly Liquidation Authority Provisions of Dodd-Frank Live Webcast.” For more details about this event, please visit: http://knowledgecongress.org/event_2011_AuthorityProvisions.html. - July 14, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Costa Mesa Hospice Nurse, Community Heroine, Receives O’Connor Mortuary Heart & Soul Award
Costa Mesa resident recognized with July 2011 O'Connor Mortuary Heart & Soul Award for her courage, benevolence and unyielding service. A hospice nurse by trade, Julia spends her days bringing comfort and assurance to individuals in their greatest time of need. Julia has also been lauded as a community heroine for rescuing her neighbor from a burning building. - July 14, 2011 - O’Connor Mortuary
Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa Named One of the Top 20 Resorts in Mexico by Travel + Leisure Magazine
The acclaimed property is the only destination in Cozumel to make the list of Top 20 Resorts in Mexico. - July 14, 2011 - Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa