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“What to Do About Slow Payments, Higher Risks, and Accelerating Rates of Customer Default” Webinar is Presented by WCA
The economy has suffered greatly as a result of COVID-19. We will all be dealing with slower than normal customer payments, higher risk accounts and the real potential for customer default. Recovery may take a very long time. During this program, WCA will discuss: - Tips for effective collecting... - June 02, 2020 - WCA/BCMA
Minority Businesses Team Together to Create COVID-19 Employee Safety Kits
2020vet, Inc., a California Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) focused on hiring, developing and retaining military veterans and women, has partnered with Truline and Arbill who have specialized in safety products for over 75 years to offer an affordable COVID-19 Employee Safety Kit... - May 21, 2020 - The National Association of Women in Real Estate Businesses
Infographic by the Canadian Association for Safe Supply Educates BC About Drug Safety Concerns
Be informed and understand BC's prescription supply options. - May 20, 2020 - Canadian Association for Safe Supply
America’s Job Center is moving to Oldtown Salinas
America’s Job Center, also known as the One Stop Career Center, is moving to Oldtown Salinas. AJCC will be relocating to 344 Salinas Street in Salinas on Wednesday, May 27th, 2020. - May 16, 2020 - Monterey County Workforce Development Board
NAWRB & 2020vet, Inc. Win a Multi-Year Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace Consulting Contract
Women in the Housing & Real Estate Ecosystem (NAWRB), in collaboration with 2020vet, Inc., are pleased to announce they have won a three-year contract with a one year option. Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ), Time-and-Materials (T&M) contract to provide a bench of qualified speakers to conduct seminars on Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) to public transit fixed-route operators across Los Angeles County. - May 07, 2020 - The National Association of Women in Real Estate Businesses
WCA is Presenting "How to Manage the Emerging Challenges in Credit & Collections" Webinar
During this program, WCA will address the following trends: - Credit authority combined with accountability - Trends during and after the pandemic - The need for continuous process improvement - A greater focus on proactive credit risk management - The challenges associated with increased focus on... - May 01, 2020 - WCA/BCMA
The Monterey County Workforce Development Board is Moving to Oldtown Salinas
The Monterey County Workforce Development Board is moving on May 7th and 8th, 2020. The MCWDB will be relocating its main office to 344 Salinas Street in Oldtown Salinas. “We’ve been planning this move for over a year now,” said Executive Director, Christopher Donnelly. - May 01, 2020 - Monterey County Workforce Development Board
Vape Community – Manufacturers and Retailers – Step Up to Manufacture, Sell and Donate Much Needed Hand Sanitizer During COVID-19 Pandemic
While many in America are critical of vaping, the vaping community is doing what they’ve always done: helping people in their communities and in the country stay as healthy as possible. Many vaping businesses are manufacturing, selling and donating hard-to-get hand sanitizers to local police and fire departments, EMS, meals on wheels and more. - April 16, 2020 - SFATA
WCA Presents "Lean Outlook – Simplify and Get More Done" Webinar
Students move from using Outlook as a workhorse to riding it like a racehorse. Students discover hidden efficiency tools, understand best practices and how to use Outlook in a simplified yet strategic way. This course is designed for individuals and organizations who need to work more efficiently... - April 04, 2020 - WCA/BCMA
WCA Presents "Office 365 – What Can It Do For You?" Webinar
Powerful Productivity Webinar Session; Top Tips and Tools to Improve Your Microsoft and Outlook Software Efficiency - April 04, 2020 - WCA/BCMA
WCA is Presenting “Measuring Credit Department Performance” Webinar
During this enlightening program, Michael will examine: 1. The limitations of traditional measures of credit performance 2. The ways companies often measure credit performance today 3. Other useful and relevant measures of performance of the credit team to consider 4. How to convince your company... - March 29, 2020 - WCA/BCMA
NDILC Women Leader Principle #1 Acknowledge Trailblazer with Council Member Erica Courtney
NAWRB’s Diversity & Inclusion Leadership Council (NDILC) recently introduced their Ten Women Leadership Principles, which they collectively created to help women in the workforce become more effective leaders at any stage of their careers, and empower other women to reach their full potential. This week, NDILC presents the first principle, “Acknowledge Trailblazers,” introduced by Erica Courtney, President of 2020vet and Zulu Time, U.S. Army Aviation Major, NATO Gender Advisor. - March 27, 2020 - The National Association of Women in Real Estate Businesses
Georgia’s Financial Institutions Proactive on Coronavirus
Georgia’s banks and credit unions have sprung into action to meet the financial services needs of our state’s families and businesses during the coronavirus public health emergency. The Georgia Bankers Association, Community Bankers Association of Georgia and the Georgia Credit Union... - March 22, 2020 - Georgia Bankers Association
Topgolf and Culinary Tee Off Partner to Host Fundraising Event at New Topgolf Augusta Venue
Celebrity chefs to join "Tuesday for the Troops" event benefiting Veterans Golfers Association. - March 06, 2020 - Veterans Golf Association
Two New Mentors Join the Chairmen’s RoundTable
Accomplished executives build on non-profit organization’s bench of expertise to assist local CEOs work through key business issues. - March 05, 2020 - Chairmen's RoundTable
The Nevada Restaurant Association Hosts 37th Annual Epicurean Affair with Proceeds to Support the Nevada Restaurant Association Educational Foundation
Epicurean Affair returns for its 37th year, on Thursday, May 14, 2020, produced by the Nevada Restaurant Association (NvRA); the event will feature numerous notable restaurants from around the city, along with a premier selection of libations. Guests at the Las Vegas Epicurean Affair will spend... - March 04, 2020 - Nevada Restaurant Association
NDILC Introduces Ten Women Leadership Principles
NAWRB's Diversity & Inclusion Leadership Council (NDILC) is proud to introduce their Ten Women Leadership Principles, which they collectively created to help women in the workforce become more effective leaders at any stage of their careers, and empower other women to reach their full potential. - March 04, 2020 - The National Association of Women in Real Estate Businesses
Landscape New Jersey Trade Show & Conference Breaks Records and Makes History
NJLCA has record attendance, an historic meeting and meet and greet with award winning actor Kelsey Grammer at their 43rd annual trade show. - February 28, 2020 - New Jersey Landscape Contractors Association
NACCE Celebrates National Entrepreneurship Week with Special Events, Workshops
The National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship (NACCE) will host a series of special events in observance of National Entrepreneurship Week (Feb. 15-22). - February 18, 2020 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
The National Drug And Alcohol Screening Association Announces Its 2020 Conference and Tradeshow to be Held in Jacksonville, Florida March 9-11
The National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association (NDASA) announced today that its annual National Conference and Industry Tradeshow will be held at the Hyatt Regency Riverfront located at 225 East Coastline Drive Jacksonville, FL 32202 on March 9, 10 and 11. This year’s speakers will... - February 12, 2020 - National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association
NAWRB Welcomes Former UPS Vice President Kellie Aamodt to Its Diversity & Inclusion Leadership Council (NDILC)
Women in the Housing and Real Estate Ecosystem (NAWRB) announces the addition of Kellie Aamodt, Former Vice President of Corporate Inside Sales at United Parcel Service (UPS), to its Diversity and Inclusion Leadership Council (NDILC), dedicated to raising the number of women leaders and growing... - February 02, 2020 - The National Association of Women in Real Estate Businesses
The Chairmen’s RoundTable Signs on Four New Sponsors
Sponsorships are instrumental in connecting the organization to the San Diego business community. - January 30, 2020 - Chairmen's RoundTable
Streamlining Gemmology with a Single Pen
The Canadian Gemmological Association (CGA) announced today its academic partnership with GemPen®. “With the rise of lab-created diamonds and lab enhancements, GemPen® is providing the information that gemmologists need to make accurate appraisals and determinations of diamonds, the... - January 30, 2020 - Canadian Gemmological Association (CGA)
Esports Trade Association Announces EsportsNext Conference in Chicago
A national B2B conference for esports business professionals, EsportsNext 2020, will take place at The City Hall from April 6 through 7. - January 25, 2020 - Esports Trade Association
New Online Leader in Leadership Skills Emerges
Leadership Depot, an informational site, providing insights on leadership skills development. - January 24, 2020 - Leadership Depot
Miss America to Speak at the 2020 National Conference and Trade Show of the National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association (NDASA)
Miss America 2020, Camille Schrier, will speak at the NDASA 2020 National Conference in Jacksonville, Florida March 9-11. - January 22, 2020 - National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association
Five County Board of REALTORS® Merges with Kansas City Regional Association of REALTORS®
The Kansas City Regional Association of REALTORS® (KCRAR) has announced a merger with the Five County Board of REALTORS®. With this merger, KCRAR's service area has expanded to 34 counties across Kansas and Missouri. - January 20, 2020 - KCRAR
Business Networking Memberships Work
"People often think that if you show up in a networking group, they should simply be handed leads and referrals," says Bonnie Ausfeld, founder of the Business Referrals Networking Group (brng). “The networking organization provides the forum, the professional development and the... - January 16, 2020 - BRNG, LLC
WCA is Sponsoring "How to Navigate Complex Contractor Sales and Use Tax" in Madison, WI
The Sales and Income Tax Advisory Network LLC and BCMA Wisconsin invite you to participate in a two part seminar titled, “How to Navigate Complex Contractor Sales and Use Tax Laws.” Holly Hoffman (former WI DOR auditor, speaker, and contractor tax law specialist) will share tips,... - January 07, 2020 - WCA/BCMA
WCA is Sponsoring "How to Navigate Complex Contractor Sales and Use Tax" in Milwaukee, WI
The Sales and Income Tax Advisory Network LLC and BCMA Wisconsin invite you to participate in a two part seminar titled, “How to Navigate Complex Contractor Sales and Use Tax Laws.” Holly Hoffman (former WI DOR auditor, speaker, and contractor tax law specialist) will share tips,... - January 03, 2020 - WCA/BCMA
WCA Presents “How To Manage The Emerging Challenges In Credit & Collections” Webinar
During this program, WCA will address these trends: - Credit authority combined with accountability - The need for continuous process improvement - A greater focus on proactive credit risk management - The challenges associated with increased focus one exporting - The use of automation in... - January 02, 2020 - WCA/BCMA
Mansfield Texas is Hosting a Healthy This Way Event That Will Include Mayor Betsy Price of Fort Worth
The Healthy this Way kick-off event for 2020 is focused on healthy eating. Mayor Price will speak about the progress of implementing the Blue Zones Project. Location: El Primo's Restaurant Address: 2300 Matlock Rd #21, Mansfield, TX 76063. Date/Time: Friday, January 10, 2020 at 6:00pm - January 01, 2020 - The Mansfield Area Chamber of Commerce
Mindfully Marketing is Rebranding on Social Media as Get Noticed with Video
Tanya Smith of Mindfully Marketing today officially announced a rebranding of their name to Get Noticed with Video, with a new focus on strategic video content marketing. - December 20, 2019 - Get Noticed with Video
Greater Memphis Chapter of International Association of Women Pumps & Pearls Holiday Luncheon
The Pumps & Pearls Holiday Luncheon benefiting Heal the Hood Foundation of Memphis. Guest speaker, Denise Wiggins, will be in Memphis, TN, Thursday, December 19 for live interviews and press December 20. Saturday, December 21 she will speak at a fundraising luncheon presented by the International Association of Women. Your presence and support would be greatly appreciated. - December 19, 2019 - IAW Greater Memphis Chapter
Katelyn O'Brien, Pharm,D., BCPS, CDE Sworn in as President of the Massachusetts Pharmacists Association
On Thursday, November 14, Katelyn O'Brien, Pharm,D., BCPS, CDE, an Ambulatory Care Clinical Pharmacist Specialist in the General Internal Medicine Clinic at Boston Medical Center was installed as President of the Massachusetts Pharmacists Association (MPhA). The Association's 136th Annual Awards... - November 22, 2019 - Massachusetts Pharmacists Association
Aaron Beverly, the 2019 World Champion of Public Speaking, is Keynote Speaker for the Kansas City Toastmasters Leadership Institute (TLI), December 7, 2019
District 22 of Toastmasters International is sponsoring Aaron Beverly to present the keynote address “Keep Speaking, Keep Improving, Keep Moving” at their winter leadership training event. This training event is free of charge for all Toastmaster members and will be at 8:30 am to 4:00 pm on Saturday, December 7, 2019 at the KU BEST Conference Center, 12604 Quivira Road, Overland Park, KS 66213. - November 21, 2019 - District 22, Toastmasters International
NACCE Chooses North Carolina for New National Headquarters
NACCE, the nation’s leading organization focused on promoting entrepreneurship through community colleges, has announced it is opening its headquarters to Cary, North Carolina. - November 20, 2019 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
Augusta Road’s Holiday Open House 2019 - Greenville’s Holiday Tradition Continues
Augusta Road Business Association continues their annual Holiday Open House Tradition on Sunday, November 24 from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. Participating businesses will host special events to celebrate the upcoming holidays. Shoppers can get in the holiday spirit with a visit from Santa, music, carriage rides, hot cocoa, holiday stories, door prizes, sweet treats and eats, hot cocoa, special gift ideas for Christmas and much more. It is a fun day for all ages. - November 20, 2019 - Augusta Road Business Association
Female Filmmakers Fuse Announces The Empowerment Movement Panel
During their 3rd Annual Film Festival, the nonprofit organization will host a very special event that will feature Michelle Manu, Sasha Marie Speer and a panel of courageous women to share their experience in the industry after coming forward in facing their accusers. - November 12, 2019 - Female Filmmakers Fuse
NDILC Council Member Rachel Beam-Jares Promoted to Director of Loss Mitigation at Fannie Mae
Women in the Real Estate & Housing Ecosystem (NAWRB) is pleased to announce NAWRB Diversity & Inclusion Leadership Council (NDILC) member Rachel Beam-Jares has been promoted to Director of Loss Mitigation, Single-Family Collateral Valuation, at Fannie Mae. Rachel is a valued asset to the... - November 06, 2019 - The National Association of Women in Real Estate Businesses
BCMA/WCA Helps Teach About LC’s Advanced and Basic Fundamentals Track
WCA is holding a program will be an excellent source of information for those who are new to LC’s and/or wish to brush up on the fundamentals, or are indirectly involved with LC’s and wish to have a better understanding of this longstanding and venerable trade payments instrument. - October 26, 2019 - WCA/BCMA
22 Retailers Named Finalist for Home Furnishings Association 2019 Retailer of the Year Awards
The Home Furnishings Association has announced 22 finalists for the Association’s annual Retailer of the Year, Emerging Star and Trailblazer awards, the most coveted and influential retail honors in the furniture industry. The finalists, who range from Top 100 stores to local, family-owned... - October 19, 2019 - HFA
NACCE Names Entrepreneurial College & President of the Year
NACCE has named San Diego Continuing Education (SDCE) as the 2019 Heather Van Sickle Entrepreneurial College of the Year. Paul Dale, Ed.D., president of Paradise Valley Community College (PVCC), has been named Entrepreneurial President of the Year. - October 16, 2019 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
NACCE Awards San Diego Community College District Chancellor Constance Carroll Lifetime Achievement Award
The National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship (NACCE), the nation’s leading organization focused on promoting entrepreneurship through community colleges, has awarded Constance Carroll, Ph.D., its 2019 Lifetime Achievement Award winner during its annual conference in Newport... - October 15, 2019 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
Inaugural Women's Business Resource Day October 28 in Phoenix
October is National Women's Small Business Month, dedicated to celebrating the contributions and successes of our nation's women business owners. - October 03, 2019 - NAWBO Phoenix
Economic Development Symposium Featuring John W. Rogers, Jr and Valerie Jarrett to Address Multi-Millions of Dollars at Stake for Chicago’s Southeast Lakefront Region
The South East Chicago Commission (SECC) will host the inaugural regional economic development symposium focused on strengthening the business districts in Chicago’s Southeast lakefront neighborhoods. Facing major capital investments, commercial corridor redevelopment and significant gentrification within the next three years, the SECC Symposium on Saturday, October 12, 2019 will begin a needed discourse about business development. - October 03, 2019 - South East Chicago Commission
The Chairmen’s RoundTable Elects 2019 Board of Directors
Paul Thiel continues to lead non-profit organization as Chairman. - October 02, 2019 - Chairmen's RoundTable
Valor Global Wins Silver Stevie® Award in 2019 International Business Awards®
Winners to be Celebrated at Gala Event on 19 October in Vienna, Austria. - September 29, 2019 - Valor Global
AFE Gathers Experts to Give Property Managers Best Practices on AI and Blockchain Technologies in Smart Buildings & IoT
The Association for Facilities Engineering (AFE) today announced the confirmed keynote speakers who will be featured at the 2019 Building Automation & Cyber Security FM Forum (BACS 2019). This full-day educational forum will provide practical advice to property managers preparing facilities... - September 23, 2019 - Association for Facilities Engineering
World Tourism Day 2020 Theme and Hosts Announced by ECTT President Anton Caragea
The official celebrations of World Tourism Day 2020 will be held in Djibouti and Addis Ababa, as decided by the European Council on Tourism and Trade Executive Board. The event will be structured around a high-level think tank with the aim of opening the debate on the potential of the sector to enhance global cooperation based on tourism and fostering mutual understanding. - September 21, 2019 - European Council on Tourism and Trade